[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[Lord Windos]

"Thank you Ventus. Do not worry, we will not find any trouble, but it is a good idea to keep Lucifer what over us just in case. We fairly imagine what lurk around here or how much the vines change the bioma here. Better be prepare then sorry." Heart then go in direction of Ventus and grab his shoulder and talk in a way only Ventus could hear. "Also, this is a good chance to leave you and Shiva alone to not bother. Dont do anything funny when we exploring alright? Heh. Also: Dont forget to dream with Shiva :3" Heart stop whisper and leave the shoulder of Ventus. "We will back soon people do not worry! In two hours or less we might return. We go back soon people!" Then Heart follow Nathan, ready to begin the exploration. "So what way we explore? We will use the Metagross or we going explore by feet?"

(Yes it is Heart and Nathan going explore and Shiva, Valder and Ventus go resting)

The eccentric researcher gave an nod of his head, a smile on his face as Heart support/encouragement of his Lucifer Scout idea was quite nice to receive, even if he believed it wasn't necessary. His reaction to the rare collector's teasing/coy look, however, earned the man a far more subdued reaction, as his expression smoothly shifted into one of complete calm/innocence/non-suspicion, giving absolutely NOTHING away about his true feelings on the matter. Not even Kirlia would be able to get read/crack the affable façade Ventus constructed in record time! "Duly noted, Heart. I wish you a safe, serene exploration, and may Reshirim's flames guide and protect you from that which lurks in the inky night...." he responded, watching the man leave with Nathan as they conducted their sweep of the surroundings....where hopefully nothing would go amiss.

(...)

"Hey... Ven... Do you happen to have a compass? In which direction are we gazing right now? ... Oh. Thank you!" *noting*

'In this moment
We pretend we're all that matters.
We're endless.
Do you think this is forever?
Pretending
Believing that we're safe here.
This moment is endless.'


It's incredibly quiet up here in the mountains. Oh, was that the sound of waves on the shore far away?! Then, while she was inspecting her creation"Now we're here, at the presumed end of the earth... Hehe... These stars... Valder, Ventus... Do you... Do you think we can make it? Saving the city and the region, I mean?" Suprisingly, there was barely a trace of doubt in her voice and emotions. It was just a question, and she desired for an answer. That weak yet honest smile of hers spoke a lot for itself. Oh, the others can take their time exoloring, none is rushing them to come back. She's not going anywhere.

(Lyrics are not mine, ©Birthday Massacre)

Keen as his senses are (When he's not distracted, that is!) , Ventus was able to pick up his fae like friend humming/singing to herself as she observed the constalations in the nights sky, which caused him to grin as he kept sharp vigil with Lucifer. While astrology or astronomy were not particular fields of interest to the Pokémon Researcher/Sociologist, even he could appreciate the glimmering stars splayed out across the clear night sky, their light unfiltered and unhindered by light pollution from civilization. Not to the same extent as Shiva, of course, but he did enjoy them none of the less! When she asked for a compass he easily retrieved one from his satchel, as what good former? field researcher didn't carry a few on their person, when braving the wilds/frontier?

Her question concerning Stair/Cheshire's fate caused Ventus to frown to himself as he thought it over, gazing into the sparkling heavens as if silently requesting their aid in answer his most beloved friend, before he let out a tired sigh. "I honestly don't know, dear. We have come so far on our journey, and seem so close to our goal....yet I feel that will hardly be the end to our efforts in saving Stair and Cheshire from those vile, loathsome Vines. From what I saw, the damage they have already wrought on the city is.....severe, and I expect it has only worsen in the time we've spent traveling to this location. Even if we do make it in time and eradicate the Vines in their entirety, Stair and the surrounding areas will be reeling from their assault for an untold amount of time....."

"But that is a possibility, far flung in the future. Let us for now focus on the present, and what we can immediately do to solve this crisis, alright Shiva?"