[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[Iron]

Nathan walks into the gym, feeling confident. "Hello again, Zamboni. I think it's about time I cashed in my chances to battle you, no?
I've been looking forward to this, as have Ralts and Swiftfire." Everyone except Shiva was able to make it to see his first attempt to beat Zamboni, the majority of their business at the festival concluded already, though Valder seemed to only be there just because he could be. Shiva had apparently been too busy with her business at the Daycare. He presents the first CarnyCoin to Zamboni so the serial number can be registered as used. "Well, your battle, your terms. What're the rules?"

"Here's the rules! 3 Pokemon apiece; you can choose them as you see each of my Pokemon. I'll be starting with Delibird! Held items are fine. You can use one Potion during the battle if you have one, and I'll be doing the same if I feel it will keep my Pokemon safer or give me a chance. I'm not a fan of using them just to draw out a lost battle. You can switch Pokemon at any time as many times as you like. Any questions about that, or shall we begin?"

This all happens in a room with a huge skating rink. There are two or three boulders, one much higher than the others, with sandy spots surrounding them. The formal battlefield is drawn out on the ice; Pokemon are expected to try to stay within these lines for the safety of the assembled trainers.

There are stands for spectators, and Nurses nearby, and hot chocolate served with icy cool peppermint floating in it.