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Maybe so, but you at least caught it in the first place. I had so many things die because of Pokemon I hated. (My Watchog with a speed-losing nature, that stupid Audino...)
Ah, I've just started putting them to sleep, and spamming poke-balls
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EDIT: One could argue that this wasn't in by the end of the week, but just live with it. You get Pokemon, be happy.
Yay, it's back! The story continues!
Chapter 17: The Long Way
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Let’s try this out. Marvin, smash that boulder.
You must have a very effective means of determining the use of actions, because I cannot see any reason for this.
Wait, what?
I thought you wanted an interview?
Ah, well. Get ‘em, guys!
Nice! Get the other one, Marvin!
Told you that was a good idea!
Name’s Michael. And you are?
Gabby, and this is Ty.
Sure, why not?
Well, I think that there’s something that drives people to battle Pokemon. Some sort of
That makes trainers who they are. So, I suppose battling you makes me feel… right. Like things are as they should be.
See ya round!
I’d love to.
And that’s that.
There are two ways I could take that, and I’m going to assume you mean entergetic.
Gah! Frikin’ sandstorm popped outta nowhere! There was no wayI was making headway through that. So, we turned back and searched for an alternate path.
Initiating rules of irony.
You will not find my things!
You’re enough trouble without frolicking in the mud.
Told you so.
Ookay…
Iii’d rather not.
THEN FIGHT!
Sheesh!
And the rules of irony dictate that you will collapse when I beat you.
Close enough.
Okay, let’s see what’s up with this.
Let’s do it!
It was Magma again. This time, they were blocking access to the cable car *sigh* You morons again?
Well, I’m not getting anywhere that way. Let’s try this out.
Wow, it’s hot in here.
Hey, there! What’s your name?
I am Ember, and I shall be the greatest fire Pokemon ever!
My, my wonderful dream…
LIDDAAA!
*sob* I’m sorry! I’m sorry… *sob*
And who are you?
I am Victoria, daughter of the great battle mount Victor, in whose steps I follow!
So… you want to be mounted by big sweaty men.
Azgard, shut up before I duct tape your mouth. Victoria, would you like to join our little band?
That would be great!
Welcome to the team, then. Numel the battle mount Pokemon. Numel live in the shadow of their warrior parents, hoping to become like them.
FIRE BAD!
You asked for it.
Why? Just, why? At least try, man!
You’re talking to me like you know me. Have I thrashed you before?
They’re not actors. They’re the real thing.
You mean fight, right?
How is that thing still standing?
Told you so.
We made our way to Route 113, where we were greeted with a scene the likes of which I’d never even heard of. It would have looked like any other route in the world, except for the layer of ash that clung like snow to the ground, as gray flakes lazily tumbled out of the sky.
Yeesh, look at this place. It’s freaking buried in ash.
Sneak peek at the end of the world, huh?
Maybe just.
Man, that’s something. Everything but your footsteps covered in soot. It’s just so… desolate.
Characters that speak in this chapter:
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Michael
Azgard
Lidda
Petey
Marvin
And introducing:
Victoria
Thoughts:
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First off: dammit, Lidda, why'd you kill the recruit?! I actually put my finger on the buttong, thought "As long as she doesn't crit..." and pressed it. There are times when there is no barrier between my mind and Michael's mouth. Eh, at least we got the Numel. In other news, the Route 113 music is awesome: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5D8T9pB284
Also: Carol likes to sing: Joke or coincidence of translation?
Also, I need a grinding level for Flannery. She has:
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Two Lv.26 Slugma and a Lv. 28 Torkoal
If I don't get suggestions, I will default to the level of the opponent's highest level Pokemon, in this case 28.
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Well, since we never got any of the Poocheyna pups in the game, we have yet to establish that they exist in the same multiverse.
I think the best way to describe Azgard at this point would be a CoD player, minus the ****** jokes and random f-bombs. We'll see what happens with him.
And, yeah, Maxie slipped my mind there. Lemme look that up.
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Mightyena Lv. 24, Golbat Lv. 24 and Camerupt Lv. 25
So I'm thinking I'll grind to meet Flannery, and then do the both of them.
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Well, since we never got any of the Poocheyna pups in the game, we have yet to establish that they exist in the same multiverse.
I think the best way to describe Azgard at this point would be a CoD player, minus the ****** jokes and random f-bombs. We'll see what happens with him.
And, yeah, Maxie slipped my mind there. Lemme look that up.
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Mightyena Lv. 24, Golbat Lv. 24 and Camerupt Lv. 25
So I'm thinking I'll grind to meet Flannery, and then do the both of them.
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*Scrolls through thread* Oh, crap, did I say I was going to update this? Ugh, well, that's what going out of town will do for you. Monday/Tuesday is the new release date.
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I spent most of my afternoon reading this LP, an afternoon well spent in my books. Posting to subscribe and letting you know you are doing a great job.
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Oh, wait, I did update that one I said I was going to. Well, that makes me an idiot all over again. I'll get the Pokemon available for suggestions up soon, and then finish up the next chapter.
Also: I just got a thought in my head. I suck at drawing, so if I could get someone to draw Playachu for me, I would be vary grateful.
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Swablu Cloud. A JRPG protagonist with a tragic secret.
Zangoose Rabbit. Hunting for a bear that keeps bothering it.
Marill Optimus. A team captain. Has a battle phrase. "Dittos! Transform and roll-out!"
Geodude Tehboulder! A famous wrestler
Zubat The count. Counts everything.
Solrock Illmination. Wants to light up your life!
Tailiow Bandit Keith! A true american!
Tentacool Cthulhu. A mis-understood loner
Electrike. Follows the religion of Spike
Kecleon A master thief.
Tropius. Wants to believe it is a dragon.
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I won't name anyone since I suck at doing that; but I have some ideas for personalities.
Zangoose: Regardless of gender it is in love with a Seviper they can breed IG!); but has to keep his love secret due the racial hatred between the species.
Electrike/Manectric: Has been just expelled from the pack, depresed because of that challenges Michael looking for a Warrior's death and it is incredibly furious when he/she is captured.
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Swablu Cloud. A JRPG protagonist with a tragic secret.
Zangoose Rabbit. Hunting for a bear that keeps bothering it.
Marill Optimus. A team captain. Has a battle phrase. "Dittos! Transform and roll-out!"
Geodude Tehboulder! A famous wrestler
Zubat The count. Counts everything. Solrock Illmiation. Wants to light up your life!
Tailiow Bandit Keith! A true american!
Tentacool Cthulhu. A mis-understood loner
Electrike. Follows the religion of Spike
Kecleon A master thief.
Tropius. Wants to believe it is a dragon.
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Well, it's not the surprise I had in mind, but to commemerate our not blowing up, I have a 100-image update for you!
Chapter 18: Magma, Magma Everywhere
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Control, this is Recon Theta-One. Movement detected. Trainer and six Pokemon. Maneuvering close for initial assessment. Over.
Holy cow, a Skarmory?!
Control, this is Recon Theta-One. I have been detected, now commencing initial assessment. Over.
Alright, Petey, let’s get this one!
Gah’t iht, Chief!
Firing homing projectiles.
Control, guidance and navigation systems are being jammed. Do you copy? Over?
Control, taking direct fire!
Control, this is Recon Theta-One. Subject is believed to be possible HVI. Entering close assessment protocols. Recon Theta-One out.
Skarmory the spy Pokemon. Skarmory seem to be reconnaissance units for a group scouting out trainers of some form of value.
Fallabor Town. I’ll never forget that place. Out of all the places I visited on that trip, it sticks out as one of the most prominent. Not because of what it was or what happened there, but simply that it was there. It stood in the shadow of a volcano, the buildings built upon volcanic soil, and everyone knowing full well that all it took for their world to come to a fiery end was Mother Nature waking up on the wrong side of the bed. And yet, in the face of this, the people continued on, going about their daily lives with smiles on their faces. They weren’t convicts or exiles, they were people who had willingly chosen to live there, and enjoyed it despite, or maybe because of, the ever-present reminder of their frailty as humans.
Okay, Lidda, I can’t deal with you anymore right now. You’re on time out now, we’ll talk about your “finding” and killing recruits later.
Wait, no, please! Please don’t put me in the-
Pokemon storage successful.
Let’s see, who to bring out. Eh, how about Victoria? We could use a fire type.
Pokemon withdraw successful.
Thank you, Captain! Are you going to be training me in the arts of battle?
Something like that.
Uhh, Chief?
Yeah, Petey?
Yer not gunna box anee of us, are ya?
I could tell that she was worried. She was thinking ‘What would it take for him to box me?’ Lidda had been part of the team for even longer than Petey, and it must have shaken her up to see me box her like that. Don’t worry, Petey. I’m not about to box anyone. I care about you. All of you. Even Lidda, I’m just giving her a time out. You guys drive me crazy sometimes, but in the end, I’ve never had friends like you guys.
‘anks, Chief.
At means so much ta me.
Yew need me, an ah’ll be thar fer ya.
Always.
That’s very touching and all, but you might notice that we wandered into the tall grass?
I smiled and shook my head. It had taken forever, but I could finally take Azgard’s crap in stride.
Okay.
And done.
What do you want?
Jeez, man! What’s up with you?
Nothing. Get outta here.
Well, sorry, I can’t do that without catching you first.
I’m warning you, get outta here!
Sorry, no.
Then you shall meet your end by the hand of Romeo of the house of-
Yeah, sure. Zangoose the hostile Pokemon. For some reason, Zangoose are very cranky when met by trainers.
Sure, why not.
Wow, that is something.
Eht’s beutufhul!
Burn…
I mean it’s amazing!
I know, it’s just beautiful, isn’t it?
Who are you?
My name is Illumination, and I am here to light up your life!
Then why wouldn’t you stay in the damn ball?
Not in that way!
Whatever, screw you.
Ah, hell. Magma again.
Do tell, what form of insanity are you up to today?
You’re not getting away that easy!
Three guys in blue. My first thought was that they were Southside to Magma’s North. I wasn’t far off.
You don’t stand a chance.
If I’m really honest, I think my biggest advantage over Magma was that they usually felt the need to battle me before I’d get out of their way. If they decided instead to just bum rush me, then they had a bit more success.
Name’s Michael. And if you’re another crime gang, I guess I’m going to end up trashing you guys as well.
And why would that be?
So, you’re a vigilante group, and not a gang?
Yes. We were founded for the sole purpose of defeating Team Magma, and ending their schemes before they destroy the region.
Oh, don’t worry, I’ve always got my eye out for them.
And you believed them?
*sigh*
Guess we might as well find out.
Well, look who’s not guarding the cable car anymore.
Sure, why not?
Because you’re going to get us all killed up there.
Oh, come on, nobody’s going to die.
Out the front door, and the first thing I saw was a pair of Poocheyna tearing into each other as a Magma and Aqua grunt yelled at them. It sounded like a fight to the death.
But the fight that really sticks in my mind was the one Archie was in. Somehow, his Pokemon was holding its own despite being outnumbered three to one.
Wait, what?!
I’ll hold these ones off, but I can’t get past them! Get Maxie while I keep them busy!
Hey, Maxie! Remember me? I’m here to kick your ass!
After killing everything on the land it covers. You didn’t think this through, did you?
Then maybe you should, I dunno, not cover it in lava?
*sigh* Why do I waste my breath trying to talk to idiots like you?
Come and get me!
Your petty insults cannot provoke me. I shall simply defeat you and move along with my plan.
You know the drill, Petey, Water Gun!
The Mightyena struggled, kicking sand about and desperately gnawing at Petey, but in the end, the barrage of water knocked it to the ground, unconscious.
And again!
Yep, we got this, Petey.
FIRE BAD! FIRE BAD!
What?!
And trashed.
Remind me to quote you on that next time I stomp you.
Archie’s leg was wrapped in a bloodstained bandage, and he was limping. But on the other hand, that was probably better than could be said of his Pokemon.
We’ll see.
Better not leave this lying around, though.
Characters that speak in this chapter:
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Michael
Azgard
Lidda
Petey
The... Spores and Mr. Shroom
Victoria
And introducing:
Theta-One
Romeo
Thoughts:
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Well, get two and loose one to RNG crap. At least the fight with Maxie went that well. I didn't show it, but that Golbat wouldn't die, with us both using 2 Super Potions there. Anyway, with our end-of-the-world (in more way than one) update over, it's time to go for the next badge!
So, who should I bring for Flannery? She has:
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Two Lv.26 Slugma and a Lv. 28 Torkoal
A grinding level of 28 has been suggested, although that's what I would have defaulted to anyway. Any objections?
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They say time flies when you're having fun, but this? No, it can't have been a full year that I've been on GitP. Really? Huh. Well, then, to celebrate: BADLY NEEDED UPDATES TO ALL LPs!
Chapter 19: Prepare for Battle!
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Let’s roll!
Well, I’d certainly call that jagged.
To say the least.
Really? Hang on a sec…
You guys ready?
You’re insane.
Here goes!
Woah!
It worked!
Dude, that’s frikin’ awesome!
Thanks for the tip, that was great!
Lavaridge was awfully small for a gym town, smaller even than Dewford. But at the same time, it felt busier. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but it just felt like there was more bustle there.
Alright, Lidda, welcome back. Please stop stealing every shiny thing you see.
She scampered up to me and hugged my leg I’m sorry, I’m so sorry! Please don’t put me back in the box!
I patted her head It’s okay, Lidda. I forgive you.
Let’s check it out, guys.
Wow, that’s warm. Feels good, don’t it, guys?
Okay, I’ll admit it. You know how to pick a good vacation spot.
That I do.
That is, if you like trading bikini girls for saggy bags of-*mff*
You are not going to finish that sentence.
Wow, um, yeah, thanks.
Hmm…
That sounds like something bad’s coming my way.
What, me? Do something bad to you?
Sounds perfect.
You actually bought that crap?
Next time I put my hand over your mouth, I’m going to have this in my palm.
Alright, guys, let’s get some more training in before we hit this.
Actually…
The one and only.
Sure. Not like I have any use for it. Dang heavy, too.
Return, huh? Fitting, I guess.
Nice work, Lidda. Take a breather.
No box?
*sigh* Lidda, no box.
Nice work, Victoria!
I am growing closer to the power of my father!
I must be focused on my goal above all else!
Victoria, you’re doing great! Just a little more!
Nice effort, Victoria. You’re done.
Nice, Marvin!
In video games, they call it grinding. Endlessly beating up random opponents for experience points. The funny thing is, every now and then, something truly unexpected happens.
Holy frikin’!
Characters that speak in this chapter:
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Michael
Azgard
Lidda
Victoria
Thoughts:
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I was going to make this longer, but then that happened. You know the drill!
So, I'm thinking Petey, Lidda, and Victoria for the gym. Dang, I've gotten screwed for water types...
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Hi, I’m Lounge! I’m limited edition! There’s only 500 like me in the world!
And that means you’re coming with me. Spinda the teddy bear Pokemon. Spinda come in standard and limited edition varieties.
And with that, I think we’re ready!
Petey, it’s going to be all you today. You ready for this?
Ah’m reddy, Chief!
Let’s roll.
Damn, I can’t see anything in here.
*Thunk* Ow! What the- is that the wall? There’s gotta be more to this gym.
Huh? What’s that?
Gah!
Where the hell did you come from?!
Surprise!
FIRE BAD FIRE BAD!
Douse ‘em good, Petey. Just don’t kill ‘em.
FIRE BAD!
You sure that’s sweat?
FIRE BAD!
Petey, stop with the Water Gun for a second!
FIRE Ba- ah, sarry, Chief.
Huh, nobody’s jumping out of this one…
Woah!
Gah! Oh, my ankle! I was not prepared for that! Agh! What the hell kind of a gym is this?!
Another one, huh? Well, looks like the only way out.
Aaaagh!
Gah! I hate this gym!
Aw, crap.
Oh, sh-
That’s not a fire type.
Ow! Arceus damn the architect who designed this place!
Not again…
Don’t you dare talk to me about stress!
FIRE BAD!
Petey, give him a bath!
Wait, there’s no way up…
Aw, dammit.
So hopefully that means this one goes on.
Yep.
What is with you people?!
Petey, douse him.
Will this place never end?!
Oh.
Once again cracking my neck, I got a series of small cracks and one big pop. I fished through my pockets and grabbed my Pokenav, plugging in my headphones as I went.
Ah, damn it, I had this all planned out, but it had to be you to walk through the door!
I see I’m making an impression among the gym leaders.
Oh, make no mistake; there is something very special about you. But we’re not here to ponder your destiny.
We’re here to bring it one step closer.
We shall see.
~Love is a burnin’ thing
Go, Flamer
~And it makes a fiery ring
Petey, do this!
~Bound by wild desire
Water Gun!
~I fell into a ring of fire
FIRE BAD!
~I fell into a burnin’ ring of fire
Use Smog!
~I went down, down, down
~And the flames went up higher
Ha, that was nothing! Water Gun again!
~And it burns, burns, burns
Arceus, dammit, is there one gym leader who doesn’t have a lifetime supply of potions?
~The ring of fire, the ring of fire
FIRE BAD FIRE BAD!
~The taste of love is sweet
FIRE BAD!
~When hearts like ours meet
That’s better.
~I fell for you like a child
~Oh, but the fire went wild
Torch, go!
~I fell into a burnin’ ring of fire
FIRE BAD!
~I went down, down, down
Ha!
~And the flames went up higher
Alright, Coal, it’s up to you!
~And it burns, burns, burns
FIRE BAD FIRE BAD!
~The ring of fire, the ring of fire
~I fell into a burnin’ ring of fire
Agh!
Oh, crap!
~I went down, down, down
Well, Arceus dammit!
~And the flames went up higher
Gah!
~And it burns, burns, burns
That’s not good.
~The ring of fire, the ring of fire.
Alright, Petey!
~And it burns, burns, burns
Finish it fast, Petey!
~The ring of fire
Oh, sh-
~The ring of fire
PETEY!
FIRE BA-
I don’t remember much of what happened right after that. I remember the taste of salt in my mouth, the feel of charred feathers in my hands and against my face. I remember that I said something, probably begging Petey not to die.
And I remember seeing Lidda tearing the Torkal’s artery out. Honestly, I don’t remember if I ordered her to attack or not. I don’t even remember staying to collect the badge, but I must have, because it was on the inside of my vest the next morning.
Thoughts:
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Petey... just... Petey...
Characters that speak in this chapter:
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Petey
And introducing:
Lounge
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And this is why you choose Mudkip as your starter (Taste double resistance bitch!)
But did you run out of healing potions or something? I mean counting STAB and resistance Overheat is still stronger then Bodyslam. Why would you think 23 hp would cut it?
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