After spending a few hours of searching with Lucifer, he managed to find another lump of the mineral substance that made of the coveted King's Rock, giving him just enough to craft one himself!....as soon as Ariel learned Ancient Power and they didn't make a mess of things. 'At the very least, I have the resource to make one on my person now, which is rather useful all things considered. If I can't or are unable to make the derivative item of these minerals, I can always find a trainer or craftsman and see if they can't do the job themselves, or sell it to them if I don't want the item in the end,' Ventus though, his mind already formulating ways to most efficiently and effectively profit of his excavations.
Lucifer, his task of hunting flowers over now, was now perched on his master's should, ravenously eating his favorite fruity treat in the world (Holding it just a little bit tighter/closer to himself), while Michael (who was still out this entire time) was trailing right behind him, practicing their kicks and spewing Spores in preparation for their next fight. After his battle with Gyarados, he never felts so invigorated before in his life, despite his injuries and their lose, and learning his sub-species (Mushroom Pokémon) signature move certainly added more pep to his step! He tangoed with that MONSTER and gave it a solid bruising, so he felt like he could just take about anything else on in the world! Ho-RAW!!!
Once he was done brainstorming about his King's Rock prospects, Ven began to make his way back to the group, feeling much better than earlier in the morning. The day had been a rollercoster for his emotional state of mind, and while he had iron clad and perfect control of them, it doesn't mean he liked experiencing his feeling in a manner akin to laundry in a washing machine during the spin cycle! Unfortunatly for him, the Unova Djin were not done making his life difficult today, though. He managed to spot Nathan hanging out with somebody relatively close by, and just as he was about to join them and inquire as to the new friend he made, instantly froze in his tracks when he got a closer and more detailed look at the woman the young trainer was with: A bloody fucking LEAGUE OFFICIAL.
'Oh dear Reshirim, why is Nate sharing company with a blasted federal agent of all people? Doesn't he realize that hanging out with the for extended periods of time is not the finest idea, considering the illicit and dubious act we have commited in the recent past, and/or would hinder our efforts to combat our enemies so long as she remains around us? That, and I'm not in the mood to play twenty question or having to constantly watch my back so long as I am in close proximity to her. ...*Sigh* It appears I'll be sulking around far behind the group with Valder for the time being...' the empath sullenly though, before promptly pivoting on his heels and marching away from the boy, his fighting shroom having to do a sharp turn in order to keep with them and become somewhat confused. Hey, what has gotten up with their master now? Didn't they like hanging out with that though friend of their, or has something changed recently?
As Ventus was heading back onto the main road to search and join in his mercenary's company for the time being (and informing them of the party's newest 'addition' , he happened to run straight into Shiva while he was silently brooding to himself and trying to find a way to solve this 'problem' of the groups! The sociologist almost fell over in surprise and squished Michael in the process, but to his fortune (and the mushroom's), he managed to right himself just in time, before rubbing the back of his head in an embarrassed way. "Oh my, I'm sorry about that Shiva! Just had my head in the clouds is all, and wasn't quite paying attention to my surrounding like I do on average. Though, that is not the only thing that distracted me from my vigilance, though.... *Sigh* Well, since we have meet up like we did, I should take the opportunity to inform you of a disicion of mine: I'm going to be hanging back with Valder for the time being, and let you and Nathan lead the way. The reason I'm doing this is that Nate has somehow attracted the attention of a League Official to our group, and it seems like she will be journing with us for the time being, judging by what I had seen and felt from both of them interacting with one another. I...rather not deal with her if at all possible, as I do not see eye to eye government/League enforcers, no matter who or where they are from, and do not desire to incite any conflict between me and them, or the rest of the party for that matter. If you can relay my current course of action and the reasons why to Nathan when you re-unite with him up ahead, I would highly appreciate it, my dear friend."
Order: Find Valder and auto tell him the new about the Fed in the party, before hanging back with him and away from the rest of the party. Out of sight, out of mind, as the saying goes!
Shiva had actually no idea where Nathan was and what he did, so she was quite perplexed to hear that he seemingly is with a League Official. Yes... That sounds totally like Nathan.
At hearing that Ven will stay back a little, she couldn't help but to feel a little sad on the instant, but it soon was covered up by compassion. "You don't like League Officials? Oh... Alright... You tell me at some point why? Not now, no time, I wanted to meet up with the others anyway... I bet Nathan will ask, but I'll just tell him something like you have bad experience with League Officials for now, okay?"
"You had your heads in the clouds? It's unusual for you to daydream... Did something happen that keeps your mind occupied? Did I make you feel uncomfortable with all the cuddle lately? Sorry for that..." She avoided his gaze. The flowers growing next to her were far more interesting.
"Project Silverfish and my most recent run in with the local Ranger Union has left me with sour grapes in regards to government agents, but I have other reasons for my animosity towards the League(s), and I will leave it at that," Ventus calmly but curtly replied, ending that line of questioning in a rather uncharacteristically abrupt way. He doesn't like treating Shiva with an Icy Wind shoulder on the subject, especially since so only asked the question out of honest curiosity, but he rather not have anyone prying into his past beyond what he has already revealed...
At Shiva's next inquiry, the sociologist was right back to being his cheerful, kind old self , giving them a bemused smile at their sudden shyness they were radiating. "Well, I just recently found a couple batch of minerals that, when forged together with Ancient Power, ends up producing a King's Rock, so I was going over exactly what to do with my mineral treasure. I also recently finished fighting a Fisherman by the name of Matrin, and it was a rather severe and adrenaline fraught battle for the both of us! His first two Pokémon - a Kingler and Octillery - were rather tough fighters in their own right, but his last Pokémon was truly the start of the show: a breed and fully trained Gyarados. "
"The beast pushed me and my teammates to the absolute limit, forcing me to use every trick I had with Michael, Raphael, and Apsis to even stand a chance against its might! It was a close, harrowing enchange throughout all my selected Pokémon, but the angler's Gyarados prevailed in the end by a small, small margin. The battle was so close that it was practically a tie, though, I made a new friend that day because of how much exileration I gave him, and Michael was so motivated after the fight that he learned Spore! Overall, it was a good time for my Pokémon and I, and I do hope I can challenge him again in the future! As the cuddling, they do not bother me much at all, so by all mean continue with them if you wish. Besides, it not like telling you to stop would do any good, judging by the way I saw you clinging to my side this morning, hmm?" he said, saying the very last part in a teasing voice. They still had not gotten a reaction the last time they brought it up, but maybe the second time will be the charm...
He reacted rather icy at her question whether he would tell her later - that was even more unusual for that kind researcher she knew. However, she understood it as the intended clear sign to please not ask into that direction anymore, plus what he gave as reasons matched with what she somewhat assumed could be the cause. Skunktunk-'Containment' was likely another big reason, but it was way better to not hint on that. So, she ended that line with a simply "Fine... I won't ask into that direction anymore. Sorry if I got...too curious on this. You have your good reasons, and that's enough to know." There was no anger neither sadness in her voice and emotional pattern, this topic was now Fairy Locked.
At hearing about the minerals and crafting of a King's Rock, Shiva could not hel but to feel amazed by that - minerals are another big part for Natural Magic aside from plants! - but that only lasted for short as Ven told her of his successful(!) battle against a Gyarados. The awe about this decleration was real, and immediately he found her arms around his neck, pulling him down and close into a praising embrace. He said he didn't mind cuddle, so... "You indeed won against a blasted Gyarados? How wonderful to hear!~Â You're indeed rather strong... No wonder you succeed in the Gyms... " She stayed for a while in the hug, in comfortable silence, before continuing. There were no butterflies in that hug, by far not yet, 'only' a warm 'I like you'-feeling.
...So he DID notice the cuddle, blush was incoming, but she quickly brushed that feeling off before it got intense ot awkward. Nevertheless she had issues to look him into the eye on the next words. "....So you did notice that? Weird... I thought you were asleep. Must have happened intuitively somwhere during sleep, you were so...peaceful and soft and warm... Usually I have Cottonee or that Snivy Plush from you for night cuddle - or occasionally Spectral at home - but then you were there right beside me. Thank you for letting me sleep over..." At hearing her name, Cottonee joyfully punced into her Master again and rubbing her fluff playfully against her cheek, what Shiva soon affectionately returned.
... ... *a litte later, as he was just about to leave* "Wait! Just a moment... Before we arrive at town. You heard about The Running, did you? Nathan told me about it... His cousin will participate. He also told me that YOU will participate, is that true? It's your decision, but please stay safe during it okay? I persoanlly...Am not that much interested to see it first-handed (Iron, but gladly over the PC!), and I'll be busy enough first and foremost with paying the Daycare another visit, getting my Breeder's Lisence and Gym Battle 'gainst Zamboni...Enough action for me, I feel."
(08-26-2017, 09:02 PM)PhantomUnderYourDesk Wrote: [ -> ]... ... *a litte later, as he was just about to leave* "Wait! Just a moment... Before we arrive at town. You heard about The Running, did you? Nathan told me about it... His cousin will participate. He also told me that YOU will participate, is that true? It's your decision, but please stay safe during it okay? I persoanlly...Am not that much interested to see it first-handed (Iron, but gladly over the PC!), and I'll be busy enough first and foremost with paying the Daycare another visit, getting my Breeder's Lisence and Gym Battle 'gainst Zamboni...Enough action for me, I feel."
(I was going to say more than this, but the Internet ate my post, so it has to be short now. What is my money going towards if the campus doesn't have a reliable internet connection...)
Ventus just accepted all her praise and elated/bashful affection and took them in stride, enjoying this rare moment of almost pure happiness and cameradance between them. When she asked him about the Running and his potential participation in the event, the researcher slowly disentangled himself from her, not wanting the cuddle session to stretch on longer than was appropreite and would impy anything unbecoming, before shrugging non-commitally with a neutral expression on his face.
"Yes, I have; a text informed by of the event this morning, but I didn't know that Nathan had family joining in on it as well. As for Nathan's comments, I initially wished to join in the annual event to observe/record it myself, and perhaps try and catch a creature myself, but seeing him with that League Official made me realize something: Ginger Town is likely to be swamped by Law Enforcement and federal agents. Seeing as I don't want to bumps shoulders with them, if at all possible, and quite strongly DONT want to cause a public disturbance myself, I might just hole up in the Pokémon Center until the event is over, and all them disperse to much more reasonable levels. A bit disappointing and knackering, but I would have plenty of time to review/edit my research notes and train my own Pokémon, so its not all bad. If I end up not seeing you until the Running is over because of this, then I will wish you the best of luck with your 'business' with the Daycare, acquiring a Breeder's License, and over Zamboni like Nathan and I did."
(08-26-2017, 04:47 PM)Iron Wrote: [ -> ]Starly Round 1
Both Razor Claw and Night Slash both cause crits to happen at 4 dice. So it's probably best to move that to another Pokemon if you're going to be using Night Slash often.
Night Slash
(4)(4)(4)(3)(4) Critical hit!
10 dice, -3 vit = 7 dice
(6)(3)(4)(4)(3)(4)(4) Starly takes 5 dmg 1/6hp.
Gust
3 Dex + 4 Fight + 2 -2 actions -3 pain = 4 dice
(6)(3)(5)(2) Hit
4 Str + 2 power +1 STAB - 2 vit = 5d6-1
(4)(5)(5)(5)(3) -1 Theo takes 3 dmg 2/5hp -2 pain.
Gust
(5)(6)(4)(4) Happy dice today.
(1)(1)(4)(5)(6) Theo takes 1 dmg 1/5hp -3 pain.
Starly Round 2
 I guess I'll have to move the claw over to... Froakie then. I:
 "Go again Theo, You have the atvantage!"
Starly Round 2
Night Slash
(3)(2) Theo is in too much pain to perform his Night Slash accurately. Miss!
Gust
(2)(2)(5)(5)
(6)(3)(6)(6)(2)
Theo faints!
Starly Round 3
(08-26-2017, 10:10 PM)Lord Windos Wrote: [ -> ] (08-26-2017, 09:02 PM)PhantomUnderYourDesk Wrote: [ -> ]... ... *a litte later, as he was just about to leave* "Wait! Just a moment... Before we arrive at town. You heard about The Running, did you? Nathan told me about it... His cousin will participate. He also told me that YOU will participate, is that true? It's your decision, but please stay safe during it okay? I persoanlly...Am not that much interested to see it first-handed (Iron, but gladly over the PC!), and I'll be busy enough first and foremost with paying the Daycare another visit, getting my Breeder's Lisence and Gym Battle 'gainst Zamboni...Enough action for me, I feel."
(...)
"Yes, I have; a text informed by of the event this morning, but I didn't know that Nathan had family joining in on it as well. As for Nathan's comments, I initially wished to join in the annual event to observe/record it myself, and perhaps try and catch a creature myself, but seeing him with that League Official made me realize something: Ginger Town is likely to be swamped by Law Enforcement and federal agents. Seeing as I don't want to bumps shoulders with them, if at all possible, and quite strongly DONT want to cause a public disturbance myself, I might just hole up in the Pokémon Center until the event is over, and all them disperse to much more reasonable levels. A bit disappointing and knackering, but I would have plenty of time to review/edit my research notes and train my own Pokémon, so its not all bad. If I end up not seeing you until the Running is over because of this, then I will wish you the best of luck with your 'business' with the Daycare, acquiring a Breeder's License, and over Zamboni like Nathan and I did."
Shiva just shrugged away his innocence about Nathan having family joining. "They live where the event takes place and have a Ranch full of Ponyta... It's not THAT odd that someone of them actively joins or at least watches. However, Nathan himself didn't display himself that fond of it. However, with a League Official with him and the town full of them, I hope he'll be able to cope... Ah. I'm actually sure that he'll at least fell way better to have authorities around. I personally don't mind them that much. While what the Rangers did to us two (Note: The fine etc.) wasn't that pleasant, they had their reasons. Hmm... Whatever." She quickly ended that part of the conversation, before Ven would get too fired up on this and increase his dislike even more... No need to fan the hate unnecessarily, right?
Considering for a little, the idea of Ven staying inside the Center was actually...agreeable. She expressed that with a accepting smile for him. "It's probably better this way. I'll sure pay you visits whenever I can!~ Take care of yourself, okay?" She was just about to playfully nuzzle him too as a goodbye for now just as she did with Cottonee, before... An idea came to her adult mind as he mentioned his research notes. That could actually work... Nothing spoke against that as well. "Ven... Listen, you're a trained Pokemon Sociologist, aren't you? Interested in the interactions of people with Pokemon as well as Pokemon to Pokemon.
How about... I lend you my Electric rodents to study a little there at the Center? They developed quite a fondness for me meanwhile, they likely lived with one another there at the clearing with berry bushes ever where I met them, they're a Breeding Couple and despite their playful attitude, especially Plusle has a prankful nature. I might need them for the Gym Battle, but maybe for some hours, you could have them... What do you say?" She awaited his answer with a curious smile on her face.
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(Flashing forward a little for the pace! Ventus can still reply and keep the conversation up as long as he desires.)
She watched Ventus leave then with that warm feeling still present in her. Reshiram must have blessed her that those two met there at the lab in Trillium. She couldn't help but to wonder where their friendship will lead them to, in what direction her Pokemon will develope, how she herself will grow on the progress as a Trainer/Breeder/Performer/whatever title she'd adapt in the end as well as what more is there to come not only for her but also for the whole group... Three weeks and one day if she's not mistaken has passed since the journey began, and so much has happened meanwhile on the good and bad way.
Following the main path for a little more, Shiva soon spotted Nathan in the distance and joyfully sped up her steps. As she went, she felt that she was still exhausted from the battle against Xiani and needed to relatively quick stop, catch up on breatha nd continue slowly. Probably better this way, not to unnecessarily startle or overrun Nathan, especially if he's seemingly with a League Official.
Arriving at the scene, she greeted Nathan as usual in the soft tone. That crack in trust didn't mean that she'll act cold or avoiding towards him. "Greetings, Nathan. Sorry if I'm a little late... I've spend a while residing at a flower field I came across, where I also caught a new Pokemon and soon got involved in a battle against a Healer/Herbalist on a Ponyta. I see that you made new company meanwhile... Who is she?" Given the atmosphere at the place was somewhat warm and non-threatening - or it were just her aftermaths of running into Ventus shortly before as well as having a good time with Cottonee - as well as they already arranged a campfire, she assumed they were no harm at all. Ventus was right, from the uniform she wore, she must be someone from the League.
Keeping her fluffball close to her in her arms, she greeted the unknown woman with a respectful bow, awaiting Nathan to introduce them to one another.
(Wonder how Valarie will react to Shiva? It's somewhat visible that she was at a flower field [Ventus wasn't triggered by that, better this way] due to her having a daisy and a few petals in her hair, as well as Cottonee wearing that Blue Star flower on her fluff.)
(08-27-2017, 08:58 AM)PhantomUnderYourDesk Wrote: [ -> ]Arriving at the scene, she greeted Nathan as usual in the soft tone. That crack in trust didn't mean that she'll act cold or avoiding towards him. "Greetings, Nathan. Sorry if I'm a little late... I've spend a while residing at a flower field I came across, where I also caught a new Pokemon and soon got involved in a battle against a Healer/Herbalist on a Ponyta. I see that you made new company meanwhile... Who is she?" Given the atmosphere at the place was somewhat warm and non-threatening - or it were just her aftermaths of running into Ventus shortly before as well as having a good time with Cottonee - as well as they already arranged a campfire, she assumed they were no harm at all. Ventus was right, from the uniform she wore, she must be someone from the League. Keeping her fluffball close to her in her arms, she greeted the unknown woman with a respectful bow, awaiting Nathan to introduce them to one another.
Nathan's still feeling a little glum unfortunately, even though a little of the nervousness is gone for the time being.  Neither he nor Kirlia had noticed Shiva's approach, but Kirlia's paying a little more attention now.  "Hm?  Oh, there you are, Shiva...this is Valerie.  She's one of the League's Shields."
Valerie nods her head professionally. "Hello, Shiva. Nathan asked if I could walk with you...er, some of you...as far as Ginger Town. Should keep things a little quiet on the road, but you're welcome to dive off into the underbrush if you see a Pokemon. I don't mind excursions."
She doesn't react to your flower, but she does give Cottonee a nod too.