[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[Lord Windos]

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Speaking of him, the antics of Anubi do bring held-back chuckle to her, in silence she enjoys how he seems to enjoy being with Terra and lets out a pleased sigh all while smiling ALMOST mischievously at him. „Neat to see that you're doing good!~“ *reaching into her belongings, rummaging a bit in them and facing Anubi before drawing something from there* „Maybe a small sweet snack will make you feel even better ? If your Master allow you, that is...“ A questioning look is thrown to Terra, if he agrees a small PirsifBerry-Cookie from her stock is given to the aural dog to munch on.



Onwards to Dunsparce then, which now that she allowed receives a few careful and warm strokes over her head. Shiva much likes the smoothness of the scales and how soft they feel so shortly after hatching, she soon witdraws her hand to not overdo it. „Thank you for the granted trust, lil' one... So 'Angie's your name? What a fine choice. I hope you'll grow into a good and strong exemplar of a Dunsparce under your new father's care...“ Though Shiva's dear smile towards the young one is soon interrupted as Terra raises his sentiments of help towards her, earning some awkward seconds of silence from her as a first reaction as she only stares at him; he managed to catch her off-guard.

Inside her though, she realizes that she does appreciate him coming to her for help on this, much actually; it's a shy feeling of 'You've come to the right person' she's non-verbally sending to him. Eventually, she looks to the ground and runs a hand through her hair in faint embarrasment. „I, well, eh... I guess I can...indeed help you a little on that? Most what I know has been...thaught to me by Dad, so it should be...fine... Hehe.“

*more awkward sieconds before she coughs and tries to look and sound competent*


„What's important is getting the...young one used to one, to start off the right foot. Trying to set stone for a fruitful bond right from the beginning, you, ehm, see...? That's mostly achieved by handling the young Pokemon lovingly and respectfully, trying to provide a feeling of safety. Making it getting used to your touch and closure, Angie seems to be...comfortable to be held in your arms. That's a good sign!“ She gifts a slight smile to Terra. „Most young Pokemon do respond well to that, some earlier and some later, depends on the species and circumstances.“

„Spending time with the young one is always good, just playing if it is up for that, being in its presence or doing things that go after the innate nature of it. Whatever...it could like, encouraging it to some quality time is rarely wrong.“

Some silence follows where Shiva faces Terra a little more as a different thougth comes to her mind. Given how capable he wandering monk is when it comes to Pokemon Fights: „Ah, battles... I, ehm, have experienced that young Pokemon are usually fine with fighting against others upon birth, against opponents that match their skill level of course. Doing some...training of its moves, especially if it inherited an egg move, at first would do both Pokemon and owner well though. Like young Pokemon playfully train with their sisters, brothers and parents in the wild, you understand...? Species that naturally try to avoid fighting or express dislike for that do need some more careful approach, but I think that... uh, Angie should be fine. Wll you, smol one?“ A last soft pat on the head is given to the landsnake.

Upon having shared all of this, Shiva falls into some comfortable silence. She's feeling simultaneously weird and okay, hopes that Terra has gotten what she told him as she gives him a short glance from below before choosing to gaze at the surroundings again. „If you're...having more questions or concerns, don't be...uhm, shy to come to me, alright? Terra...?“ That's meant honest, but rather shortly after that Cliff came towards them all, introduced himself and therefor ends up being dragged away for a friendly Pokemon Battle by Shiva, but she'll hear it if Terra has anything to add or respond to her. She just won't respond herself!

*Flashback!

The blue bomber persisted in his gangrenous smiles as the Fairy Trainer, though when offered the cookie he politely turned it down with a shake of his head. He's hungry for a meaty, challenging fight right now, not sweets! Thanks anyway, though!

With the chubby little snake, she hummed out contently at the woman's touch and words, plainly and uncomplicatedly pleased with her gentle and encouragement. If these first few hours of her life was any indication for how the rest of them would turn, then she was going to enjoy all the love and attention she'd receive from everyone. For now, though, she'll just cuddle in her papa's arms, as per her desire.

Shiva's initial silence and minute floundering to his entreaty caused Terra to grimace and figit a bit uncomfortably, as he thought that he'd somehow managed to commit a unknown yet grave faux pas against the woman. He couldn't think of what his simple consultation had done to unnerve her so, but it wouldn't be the first time he said/did something he thought was innocuous, but in reality was anything but.

To his immense relief, his fears were completely disarmed as the Fairy Trainer kindly agreeing to his request, and his listened with quiet raptness as she bandied about the Knowledge of her trade. Some of the advice she gave he'd already figured out (like bonding with Angie well), but the rest of it was a highly enlightening and easy for the rugged wanderer to comprehend. All in all, with the newly acquired Knowledge in mind, he felt more confidant he could take care of his seraph to be, though of course he still had his doubts about his own ability as a baby's caretake . Ah well, he'll learn more about Pokechildcare in due time to correct such negative presumptions, whether it be from Shiva, organically, or from other people he'd yet to ask...

Moments after she finished speaking, he expressed his gratitude to the mystical lass by bowing to her, smiling slightly yet brightly.

"Thank you for sharing your teachings,  Shiva. Now, I can take very good care of Angie with less fear and worry in my heart. Or, not have as many problems. Either way, I am in your debt. Will come to you if I need more help, but only if that does not bother you. Okay?"

Saying thus, Terra bid farewell to the caretaker pixie for the time being, waving her off as she found went off to meet, chat, and battle with her fellow breeder named Cliff.

*Flashback End!*