[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[PhantomUnderYourDesk]

Ventus was a tad bit puzzled about his dearest's irreverence towards Kingdra, but he soon shrugged it off, figuring it was just an offshoot of her fae nature that made her so blasé about Dragon types. 'I just hope that relative fearlessness won't lead her to recklessness, as that last thing I want is to rescue her from a drake's ferocity I she invariably pissess one of......' Either that, or......no, he doesn't want to even CONSIDER that possibility......

It was scant moments after this comment, however, that Shiva's mood took a precipitous drop into the dismal, and that odd and curious twin tailed emotional pattern emerged once more, immediately alerted the empath that all was not well with his sweetheart. A frown tugged on his lips as shortly after this discovery she explained what put her in such a tizzy, and could not help but let out a sigh and he carefully placed a hand on her left shoulder. "If I recall correctly, he mainly wanted one for research and mail service, or at least that was the case when I trade away the Tarous I caught to him. Nothing more, nothing less. ......Shiva, I can't advise you on whether or not what is the right or correct choice to keep or relinquish Skelp, my dear, as this is a deeply personal decision on your part, and my interference could only cause problems when their are not."

The researcher rubbed his face with his other hand, before continuing. "I can only give you my opinion as a Pokémon Researcher and Sociologist.  Dragalge is one of the most toxious and foul tempered Pokémon that is known to man, and when provoked can and will indiscriminate fire off highly corrosive blasts of Poison at whatever set it off. Even if you make it completely Loyal toward yourself, their is always the chance it will not share the same camaradence with you towards others, especially if they pose any significant threat towards themselves or you. I'm also not too sure whether or not it will get along with the rest of your Pokémon, as your current team is mainly composed of Grass, Fairy, and Psychic types, all of which either loathe or fear Poison types, or would otherwise greatly intimidate one. Cottenee will certainly not appreciate the company of Skelp, or will be highly adverse in interacting with it due to their 4X weakness to Poison. I've heard and researched it takes great time and effort on a Trainer's part to evolve a Skelp into a Dragalge, so you'll also have to dedicate a large portion of your time bonding and training with them in order to achieve that goal. "

"Overall, the Skelp line would be a rather challenging for you in particular to raise to adulthood, but if you are commited to raising them, then by all means do so. Dragalge is a powerful draconic threat that can resolutely counter its biggest threats in Fairy types, and its corrosive poison can have all sorts of useful applications depending on how its used. This is only my advise as a Pokémon Researcher/Sociologist, of course. If you have opinions that differ greatly from mine, then feel free to ignore me and carve your own path ahead. After all, like I said, only you can make this choice, Shiva......"

Ven's support, emotional one by being with her and giving advice as well as physical one by that careful hand of his on her shoulder, was greatly appreciated. Sadly, it only gave Shiva more worries, especially about the thought of this young tiny Skrelp evolving into a big, highly toxic, impressive Dragalge... Taking a look at how her hatchling was joyfully spreading her tiny blue fins when Shiva/Mum made eyecontact caused her to frown - this tiny bittersweet Pokemon, a mighty dragon one day? That was...a little hard to believe for her, at least for now.

The whole time Ven was giving her advice from the point of view of a sociologist/researcher she was closely listening without any real change in her expression and pool of emotions. She took effort to remain matter-of-fact about his shared thoughts and experiences with the species and place her Breeder-feels + enjoyment over small rare Pokemon she could raise from the start a little aside for now. The latter turned our more difficult than the other.

As soon as Ventus has finished, silence roamed for a little as Shiva mulled over the spoken things for a little bit. She made up her mind about a few things:

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1. She does not feel ready at all yet to attempt evolving a Dragalge, not even speaking about taming and comanding one. That does not mean she may never feel ready. Her current companion Pokemon and Gothitelle will keep her busy enough.

2. Dragalge, even if loyal and calm, sounded even worse than Nidoking. Never would Shiva endanger close people and Pokemon by keeping a highly toxic Pokemon around when it does not certainly obey, neither is she suicidal to even try handling it on her own then.

3. If bonded and trained from the moment of hatching it, any Pokemon can learn to behave. This tiny Skrelp saw Shiva has her mother. A special diet has influence on the toxicity of a Poison Type, that much she knew as well.

4. Since she's planning to remain in Chresire for studies/apparenticeship after journeying, handing Skrelp to Professor Mallorn would hopefully not be farewell forever. 

A few moments later, Shiva placed one of her gloved hands (not stained with poison) onto Ven's one still on her shoulder, squeezing a thank-you. When she spoke up, she faced him in a more calm state now. "T...Thank you for all that advice, Ven... I'll think about what would be the best choice, one none of the ones affected have to suffer least. I don't feel capable to handle a Dragalge nor am I feeling inclinged to go for the path of evolving Nymue - that'll be your name from now on, lil' Skrelp - not now. Maybe, ever, but certainly not now... But for now, let me register you to a Ball anyway, dear one. How about a Safari Ball, I feel like the camouflage pattern neatly matches you evolution line?"


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Young Skrelp registered to a Safari Ball as that must be done regardless of keeping her or not, Ventus' receiving a faint kiss on cheek for his aid towards Shiva, now it's my turn to mull over what to do. Chances are one or two PMs will be exchanged with GM.