[Game Thread] Pokerole Mystery Dungeon: Primal Shadows

[Dragonstrike]

(Gonna respond to the things that look like they need some input from me, then I'm gonna push the narrative forwards a little more.)

A bit more later, she moves alongside young Braixen, giving her a respectful smile as she bowed to them.

"Very good to see you're well, Lady Braixen. Your mother and I was quite worried about your disappearance, so it heartens me to see it hasn't done you any harm and, if I am not mistaken, earnt you the friendship of Dax. *Nods, Smiling Brightly* Quite good - you can never have enough friends, as my own mother often said."

The shiny bird gives them a considering Look then, tilting her head at the heir of the Guild curiously.

"....Forgive my impertinence for asking, but how did you go missing from the Guild in the first place? Did someone kidnap you, or otherwise force your departure? Or...was it for some other reason, perhaps? *Bows* Whatever it is, I'll keep it in strictest confidence if you are reluctant to share. I'm quite good with secrets, despite how much I tend to stand out, as it were. *Chuckles, a bit...sadly* Or perhaps because of it, in all honesty."

Braixen pouts a little, turns slightly away from Platina, and crosses her arms.  "...a girl can just leave of her own accord, you know.  And who are you, anyways, and why do you care so much?  I recognize the other members of Team Omega Seekers, but you're new."

It's pretty clear that she doesn't have a particular reason to trust Platina specifically yet.

He then stands up and makes his way to the rest of the group. He nods respectfully at Rhyperior and Roserade, waves at Kee and hesitates when he looks at Kogeki before turning around and addressing Karen, Rolycoly, Snom and Rowlet. "Right, you lot. I think... We need to start developing unique skills of our own. We've been a little unorganised in that regard but there are probably things that some of us can do better than others can. Take my little recruitment attempt. Stupid bug didn't want anything to do with me. Maybe one of us should train a little so that they can be the designated "Recruiter". And Rowlet, mate. You can fly! You might have had more luck if you tried to grab those items instead of me. What do you think? When we get back, we can start training those particular skills a bit, right?"

Rowlet tilts his head slightly, thinking it over.  "I'm not entirely sure flying would allow me to avoid those traps, but I am more than happy to attempt to grab items if you need me to in the future."

Snom is glancing at her surroundings repeatedly, despite being in a safe area.  The monster house has brought her skittish side to the forefront.

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During all of this conversation, Roserade and Rhyperior have been discussing what to do next with the rest of the pokemon present, getting updates from everyone on the events leading up to the strangers' appearance on the island and where they currently stand in regards to finding Gallade and getting off this island.

"...I see.  So that's what's on this island..."

"Pokemon with power over wind and lightning, eh?  Might very well have been the source of those storms lately."

"Most likely.  But if they went out of control because of a third party driving them to do that...I don't like the sound of this."

"...yeah, I don't either.  Odds are Gallade's gotten caught in this mess all on his own."

"I'm afraid you may be right, Rhyperior.  We need to move.  Quickly."

The two Master Rank Explorers gather everyone together soon afterwards.

"Apologies for interrupting any reunions that you were in the midst of.  Rhyperior and I were just updated on the situation.  I understand that there's a Legendary Pokemon running wild, and that the humans and Legendaries in this group are the only ones capable of fighting it effectively."

She looks at Zeraora, Keldeo, Hoopa, Daxter, Kee, Kogeki, and Karen.  Her gaze briefly lingers on Braixen, but moves on to the rest of the party just as quickly.

"There's a good chance that Gallade has run into trouble deeper in this dungeon.  I pray that he hasn't run into this Landorus, but if he has, we are going to need your help to subdue the Legendary Pokemon."

"Gallade moved on ahead to scout for useful items and dangerous wild pokemon.  He's a resourceful and crafty individual, so we don't think he'll have been KOed or captured very easily.  He can't battle a Legendary on his own though.  He's tough, but he's not that tough."

"We have reason to believe that this Landorus might have been at least partially responsible for the recent episodes of strong storms causing havoc as well, and it sounds like knocking some sense into him might be our best way to escape from this island, so there's a good chance that we're going to have to fight him anyways.  If we do not subdue him, it seems likely that the storms will continue to make the seas rough and destroy towns and villages across the world if left unchecked.  They've been very localized up until now, but they could potentially become a lot more powerful."

"So, you all in?  Don't think we have much of a choice in the matter, but there's enough of us around that I don't think we're all needed if some of ya want to hang back.  Probably should at least bring all the humans and Legendaries along though.  Would make fighting Landorus easier."

We're in This Together!: All for One, One for All! - PMD: Explorers of T/D/S

"You can count on the Expedition Society.  We're in uncharted territory, and this is where our expertise shines."

"Paradise is at your service!  If Landorus has taken Gallade prisoner, we won't let that stand!"

"I'm just here because I need to find Lord Raikou.  If I need to beat up Landorus to get my answers, I will."

"I do not know what Master Kyurem saw of my future, but I do know this: if I am here, I am here for a reason.  We all are.  You will have my assistance in the coming battle."

"Another Legendary to fight is exactly what I've been hoping for!  I can hardly wait!  Hehehe~"

Rhyperior nods approvingly.  "And how about our resident humans and their teams?  Like the Ninetales said, we're all here for a reason."

Roserade seems to agree.  "I'm looking forward to seeing you all in action.  You have some big shadows cast over you by your predecessors, but I am sure you are more than up to the task of matching their feats.  Maybe even surpassing them."

(When you're all ready, it'll be time to move on to the next half of this dungeon!)