[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[Lord Windos]

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....As if to underline this thought even more, it shoot a Power Gem as a farewell at Swiftfire, which caused Shiva, in a matter of startle, shock and unpleasant surpise, to hug Nathan in front of her tightly.

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As soon as they have retreated to the others, Shiva ONCE AGAIN practicaly flung her arms around Ventus' neck to pull him into another close embrace, not minding Malphena being outside and beside him. She could barely hold a sob back, and she's still somewhat scared. "Veeeeeeen! My, I'm incredibly delighted to see you again.... Danger...ahead. Malicious Fairy Type! Carbink, and three Geodude ready to explode! Scary.... Willing to attack.... Could cause a cave-in! Nathan tried to talk 'em down, no avail. We fled. *sniffle* ......That Durant of yours....can it dug a tunnel to avoid us meeting them again?"

Judging by the downright maniacal laugher pouring forth from Malphena after an intense brainstorming session with Raphael, along with as a tangible sense of sinister power that flooded his sense and sent a chill down his spine but put a wide grin on his face, his sister had successfully mastered/learned Nasty Plot. The archangel themselves also clearly detected this influx of negative feeling energy and couldn't help but shiver themselves at how perverse it felt to them, but at the same time they couldn't help but smile in kind, supporting joy at helping their fellow family member achieve such a feat, hovering over to her and giving them a great big hug! This interrupted the terrifying banshee from reveling in her newfound might, causing her to let out an undignified squack at the surprise snuggle, before she recovered and let out an half amused, half exasberated huff and leaned in to the radient flier's embrace. Honestly, it could do with not being interrupted her post Nasty Plot learning revelation/revelry, but she supposes that a hug from a cheery Togekiss is also a suitable reward for their efforts too, te he...~

"Excellent job, Malphena! With Nasty Plot, you're now able to inspire fathomless terror in our foes as you curse their very souls for trespassing against us, and produce an even great feast for yourself in the progress! We'll have to find a Pokémon for you to test the move for you to fully ingrain it, but for now I believe that's enough practice. Once again, good work!" Ventus said, hands on his hips as he beamed at his two family members with pure pride and earnest happiness over their accomplishments. No doubt that such a move will come quite in handy as the group descend deeper into the depths of this mountain, so he suspects it won't be before too long until he and his 'horrifying' sister will get to test it out, mwahahaha!

Such a celebratory mood didn't last for long, sadly, as before too long Shiva and Nathan came barreling back into camp with varying degree of scared and dispodant feelings between them and Swiftfire looking roughed up from something that tangled with them. Already this inspired a suitable level of surprise and alarm in the researcher, but when his most blessed girlfriend came barreling into and gave him what would have been a back breaking and terrified hug if it were not for his immense Vitality and frantically explained the situation.....well, his worries became all to severe. A fairly calm/neutral frown took over his expression that wonderfully concealed the seething fury of such repugnant actions from a twisted Fairy type, as he returned her hug and did his best to wordlessly sooth her all he could as she speak by rubbing her back and softly murmuring the Fireflies song to them.

During this time he also listen to Nathan explaination of why those foul murderous Pokémon would attempt to do such terrible things to them, which actually helped dispel some of the righteous ANGER over their actions as he thought about it.

'I won't forgive them for what they could have done to my beloved and the boy, but if they are truly guardians of Anthenum, then I can understand why they committed themselves to do such a catastrophic, abominable folly. How could I not, for I too have defended people and ideals I believed in with blind fevor and loyalty, even if doing such wasn't the right and correct thing to do. Pray we never cross paths, Carbink and Geodudes, for while I will not pursue revenge for you fulfilling your duties, I will not hesitate to met it out for what you could have done to my love if you show yourselves....'

The empath could also tell that the boy was torn up over his failure to parly with the cretinous guardens, and it didn't take his empathy and Insightfulness to figure out why that was, which nearly caused him to sigh and shake his head at it in disbelief and....tired sorrow. 'Such a tender hearted fool, thinking of the safety of those that would not have hesitated to see injured or worse. I wonder for how long he can so idealistic and caring, before our enemies and the very world wields itsel such compassion against him, like a spear through the heart......? ....Still, let boy have those qualities, for he need not travel down darker paths like I have if he chooses otherwise....' 

After listening to them completely and hearing them both squabble over the details, Ventus heaved a great big *Sigh* , catching both their attention as he let go of Shiva and addressed the both of them, neutral frown still in place but no longer carrying such harsh vibes as he crossed his arms.

"Enough you two. Arguing about the Carbink and Geodude's perported roles or your escapes serves no purpose but to rile up each other needlessly, so becalm yourselves please. If they possess the capacity to Self Destruct or Explode between them, then avoiding those Pokémon entirely would be the safest course of action, as not only could they inflict grevious injuries among us, but could aslo end up collapsing this tunnel and bury us all alive too. Because of this, I agree with Shiva's proposal to tunnel around Carbink's forces with Turiel. Ditto Transforming into her and assisting in the Digging would be of great help too, and if I summon Lucifer to provide them Tailwinds it then altogether that should expedite the excavation greatly. The rest of the group and their Pokémon can help clear the tunnel and provide support. That is my contribution and suggestions for our plan of action. Do you agree with it, Shiva? Nathan? Heart, Valder (presuming they are going to be here by the time this conversation happens)? (Assuming everyone does) *Nods head* Hmm, then let's proceed. *Recalls Malphena and Raphael, before summoning Lucifer and calling Turiel over from wherever she's at* Turiel, Lucifer......!"

Order: Have Turiel and Ditto Turiel dig a path around the Kingly Carbink, with Lucifer providing Tailwinds to spend up the process to the point that it only takes an Encounter to get this done. For now, Ven's keeping an even head about this whole 'Evil Fairy trying to blow up his girlfriend in the name of defense' , so hopefully nothing comes along to set him of something FIERCE....