(08-21-2017, 02:11 PM)Dragonstrike Wrote: [ -> ]Nathan doesn't comment on that either...Shiva mentioning his need to apologize wasn't helping matters any...he didn't need to be reminded about it constantly...
The researcher remained silent throughout Shiva 's speech , his expression calm , neutral , and pleasant while she was explaining thier perspective on the matter. He did frown a couple times during her talk , though , namely when she started to drag thier respective families into the conversatin in an attempt to needle answers out of aNate . Neither Ventus nor the boy were takative about thier parents for a great deal of reasons , and lkewise did not appreciate it when they are brought up just to make. a point or get one across.Â
The empath also was not that ethusiastic to forshake his base raid / hunting plans being dismantled before his eyes because Shiva sent him into a funk again , but it was too late for him to object now , if he ridnt want to restart tensions between them again. So , with a heavy sigh anda vaguely disappointed look on his face , be said to the both of them : " Very well then . If Nathan has need to hurry and is concerned of imminent retaliation from the Scimitars , well leave Winesberry once everyone has finished thier business here . We can always return if their is need to raid thier base for more intell , or deal them another blow if those vile mages become particularly troublesome for us. And Nathan , if you feel like opening up about this family matter of yours , I am here for you , my friend . "
(08-21-2017, 03:09 PM)Lord Windos Wrote: [ -> ]And Nathan , if you feel like opening up about this family matter of yours , I am here for you , my friend."
"...no family matter to talk about..."
And there isn't. Â Everything was fine between him and his mom. Â Nathan just doesn't want to go back to Trillium yet...
At Shiva's PC, she notices a new Pokemon in the PC! (or a pop-up message for one, rather - you can't just jam a Pokemon into someone else's PC without their permission.) It's just a common Oddish - but it's holding something!
The item held by Oddish is a thickly bound book of sheet music, with a sticky note on it.
"Found this rascal in my garden. I know you like Grass types - I don't know if this counts or not. But it doesn't matter! I don't want him either way. The important thing is the book he's holding. This is a collection of native music from the Hog Peanut/Potato Swamp. Strangely, that swamp contains one of the oldest settlements on Creshire still in existence. This is one of only three original copies of a work by Professor Tupelo, encoding all the music of the native culture into a form playable by...er....civilized humans. Pay attention to that first piece in particular - it's a traditional Hogsong written for flute, such as the one the Skald is currently working on repairing for me! If you don't feel like using this book, feel free to sell it, as it's quite valuable."
SKIRL OF THE SOUTH WIND
Sheet by Professor Tupelo
Performed to me by Archechen "Chichi" Coatlatl
Folk; author unknown
Hum
Breathe
Your breath is the southern wind.
Hum
Breathe
The forests have been thinned.
Cotton
And fruit
Grown tall by summer storm
Cotton
Fruit
Her wool will keep you warm
Hum and breath throughout the mangroves ring
Now bathed in water borne of swamp and spring.
The sleepy hunter watched the sky and grinned
His spirit carried on the breath of southern wind.
Hum
Breathe
The seasons pass us by
Hum
Breathe
See Mother Nature cry
Hum
Breathe
See Mother Nature cry.
Shiva (and Ventus, right?) visit the power spot. The book indicates it will not be active now.
At the power spot, Braixen gets down on all fours and goes snuffling around the den. He comes out bearing a strange, sparkling, holographic rock, which is crudely affixed to a braided strand of grass.
When you try to take it, he runs back into the lair and hangs it up again.
(08-21-2017, 05:15 PM)Dragonstrike Wrote: [ -> ] (08-21-2017, 03:09 PM)Lord Windos Wrote: [ -> ]And Nathan , if you feel like opening up about this family matter of yours , I am here for you , my friend."
"...no family matter to talk about..."
And there isn't. Â Everything was fine between him and his mom. Â Nathan just doesn't want to go back to Trillium yet...
"Alrigh then , my friend . I am still curious why you don't want to make a return trip to your home , but I will respect your privact , and not inquire further about it."
At the Power Spot ( Yes, he is with Shiva ):
Ventus was quite intrigued with the strange rock , and wanted a closer at it to see if it was something he could , but Braixen "s swift action put a stop to that. Letting out another sigh at being denied yet again So soon , he just decided to see if there was any useful herbs or berries around , before leaving the area with Shiva later.
Nathan's prep for the journey back down Route 02 involves switching Grid and Porygon2 out for the Combee this time.  He also purchases three servings of Gourmet Food ($150), three Pokeballs ($600), one Potion ($200), two Paralyz Heals ($400), two Ice Heals ($500) and one Burn Heal ($250).  (Total of $2100 spent)  He wanted to be prepared for whatever might happen.
While Shiva and Ventus are at the 'power spot,' Nathan spends a little quality time with the combee. Â Some Gourmet Food as a treat to thank them for all their hard work once again doesn't seem like a bad idea, after all, and he wanted to get to know Princess a little better still.
Plus, he needed the break from human company for the time being...
The bees are very happy nibbling on the Gourmet Food. She's been hoping to get some time with Nathan too: she thinks of him as a member of her hive. She's trying to figure out what SORT of member he is in the hive structure.
(08-21-2017, 06:37 PM)Iron Wrote: [ -> ]The bees are very happy nibbling on the Gourmet Food. She's been hoping to get some time with Nathan too: she thinks of him as a member of her hive. She's trying to figure out what SORT of member he is in the hive structure.
"Hehe...trying to determine roles, huh?  Can't say I'm surprised.  You'll make a fine queen someday, I'm sure.  Can I ask you something, though?  What'd you think of that Drowzee and the role she played in the hive?"  It's an honest question.  That tapir pokemon being in that hive had been rather...disturbing to Nathan, to say the least...
A very insightful question! Princess' eyes glaze over ever so slightly and a dim smile appears on her face. Then she shakes her head as if to clear it. Then she makes a noncommittal shrug by tilting her body in the air.
(08-21-2017, 06:48 PM)Iron Wrote: [ -> ]A very insightful question! Princess' eyes glaze over ever so slightly and a dim smile appears on her face. Then she shakes her head as if to clear it. Then she makes a noncommittal shrug by tilting her body in the air.
Nathan and Kirlia definitely don't miss that strange reaction.  'Hmmm...so that's how it is?  That's a little worrying...wonder if I can help her push past that...'
"Really, no opinion?  I'm surprised.  She seemed rather important to how that hive functions from what I saw.  As a future queen yourself, you'll need a great deal of opinions concerning how you intend to rule, and knowing where you stand with how your predecessors ruled is a great place to start developing your own opinion on the matter.  It's something you should think about."