[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[Lord Windos]

Unbeknowest to Nathan (Perhaps), Ventus was just as intently scrutinizing over their mental state as well, using almost his complete and undivided attention on making sure that the boy's self induced apathy and the bizaare dual emotional conflict were not undermining his mental intergrety. Michael was more or less just following the will of his master at the moment, but given the researcher empathy and the strong familial bonds he's forged with his Pokémon, the kick boxing shroom more or less knows exactly what to do! That, and they were extremely competent at fighting against lopsided odds, whether with a partner or alone; the fact that he was able to solo a Garaydos for a few Rounds with only Absorb show just how tenacious he can be in any fight!

'Hmm...more muted frustrations between the two sides of feeling, one trying to be....'reasonable', while the other has a feeling of trepidation and a slightest hint of....desperation? And beneath it all, a churning vortex of stress, distress, and a deep loaming pit of doubt.... What in Reshirim's is going on within him? My recent transgression towards him is certainly the spark that put him in such dour straights, and the party's history together can be charitably described as 'hectic at times', but it can't just be those things at this point, not with how deeply disturbed he feels to my senses. Oh dear, now he's in actual pain from his inner turmoil, judging from his facial and body language, and that throbbing sensation in his head is only bound to get worse as this battle drags on. This is supposed to be a good, friendly fight, but if its literally inflicting suffering onto him instead...' the researcher thought to himself, smile still present of his face and that air of serene calm clinging to him like syrane wrap. He has to stay in control, he must be strong, and be the pillar of support everyone needs, whether they know it or not...

He gives Shiva's hand a gentle squeeze, gracing her with kind, caring smile to ease any feelings of discontent she might be having right now, before he re-focuses his attention on the fight unfolding in front of him, both within and without.

"Taking advantage of no Item usage to inflict Paralysis on both our Pokémon, I see! I thought inflicting status and deleterious effects was my domain, but I suppose I don't mind ceading it over to you for just this fight. Let remember not to get carried away in the fevor of battle, though, as this battle is already too shockingly serious as it is now! This is a Heart Swap battle, not a life or death Struggle my friend!" he said, trying to point out and simultaneously lighten the already buzzing tension that lay between them and Nate. Maybe a couple of terrible puns would help Freeze over his Confusion...