[Game Thread] Pokerole Mystery Dungeon: Primal Shadows

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All the preparation done, the large group of pokemon follow Roserade and Rhyperior deeper into the dungeon...

Woodland of Storms 1F

Much like Platina, Roserade dons a pair of X-Ray Specs, looking around carefully for items and wild pokemon as the trees close in, forming the typical walls, rooms, and passages of a Mystery Dungeon.

And both of them are the first to spot trouble brewing.  Roserade has to take off her X-Ray specs briefly and clean them with a scarf she's wearing, then put them back on to make sure she's not seeing things.

"Oh dear.  That's not good.  Not good at all."

Through the walls formed of trees, both Platina and Roserade can see a gigantic snake pokemon coiled in the center of a room.  Dark, shadowy clouds tinged with red energy swirl over its head, and a low, menacing hisssssssss can be heard echoing through the passageways.  There are no items nor other wild pokemon on this floor.  No sign of Gallade yet either.



Roserade takes an orb out of her bag and smashes it.  It doesn't appear to have much of an effect at first, but Roserade focuses for a moment, as if looking for something.  Platina's not sure what Roserade's looking for or why she used that orb initially, but it doesn't take long for Roserade to find whatever it is the X-Ray Specs weren't showing her.

"...I was afraid of that."  Rhyperior gives Roserade a questioning glance as the flower pokemon turns to address everyone.

"Well, what'd that Stairs Orb show you?  Where's our exit?"

"It's being blocked by a giant Sandaconda.  Unusual to see a rare pokemon like that here, if I'm being honest.  It's far too large though.  Maybe ten times your height, Rhyperior.  And it's surrounded by clouds of that dark energy we encountered earlier."

"...and we're going to need to fight our way past it while Gallade's dealing with who knows what.  Fun."

Roserade pauses for a moment, crossing her arms as she ponders what to do.

...and then she has an idea.

"Well technically, we don't all need to fight it..."
 
She looks at both team Omega Seekers and Team Night Wardens, then at all of the other assembled pokemon.

"I think it's going to take almost all of us to take down that giant snake in a timely manner.  It looks incredibly durable, and it's large enough that it could easily stop a large group of pokemon from getting past it.  Smaller groups might be able to sneak past while it's preoccupied though."

"Hold up, are you suggesting that we send these kids deeper into the dungeon to potentially face Landorus alone?  They've not even evolved, Roserade!"

"And yet, they managed to take down Tornadus and Thundurus because there are humans among their number.  I think they could manage to defeat Landorus as well with their combined strength, especially if they find Gallade and enlist his aid.  Or at the very least, hold the Legendary pokemon off until we can get there."

Rhyperior shakes his head, still skeptical.  "Listen, I know humans have pulled off some pretty crazy feats before as unevolved pokemon, but isn't this a bit much?"

Roserade turns to Teams OS and NW.  "Well, how about we hear their thoughts on this?  This next foe looks like it'll be incredibly powerful.  Maybe a bit too much for your current forms.  But if you wish to fight together with us instead of splitting up, I would not fault you for that.  I would feel better though if you continued on and looked for Gallade while the rest of us distract the snake.  We must find him as soon as possible.  And while I'm confidant that you could fight Landorus on somewhat equal terms if you encounter him, this giant Sandaconda might be a bit...rough to fight, if I'm being honest.  It will likely be a long, drawn out battle, and something of that size will probably be incredibly powerful as well as resilient."

"Alright, I'll bite, even though I'm worried about these kids' safety.  What do you all want to do, huh?  Fight the giant snake with all of us, or sneak on ahead and keep looking for Gallade on your own until we catch up?"

Kogeki think for a few seconds. That enemy is dangerous, and powerfull. And that Aura is very menacing...He thinks for a few more seconds and then said. "I vote for go after that creature. Be separated at this moment is not a good idea...I have a idea, but I need to discuss with some members of both Team Omega Seekers and Night Wardens in private. More specific Platina/ @Lord Windos, Kee/ @PhantomUnderYourDesk, Karen/ @Mikaruge108, Hoopa and Daxter/ @no one. One minute Roserade and Rhyperior."

If the members accept Kogeki request, he taken a place a bit more private to discuss without the eyes or ears of the others members. He sight and said. "I have a idea in a possible way to weak the creature. But it is dangerous. Platina, remember when I told there was somethig I wanted to talk with you? Well, it is related. The others members know, but I will explain to you Platina: Normally, Riolu and Lucarios have the ability to sense the aura, and somehow use at their favor upon evolution: But by my colors you can see I am not a regular Riolu."

"Instead of Fighting-Type, I a Ghost-type. And Delta Riolu also have the same Aura sensibility. But...with a difference. Instead of Detect Aura, I can Drain Auras. More or less like a Vampire. And before you ask: No. I never Drain the Aura of a Pokemon and kill him. I only used Aura Drain on Pokemon we beat to the point of unconscious. And the only side effect we could see so far, is they get take more time than normally to wake up."

Kogeki than look at distance the Giant Pokemon. "My plan is use my Aura Drain ability to absorb some of the energy of that Pokemon, who might weaker. However...he is a shadow Pokemon. And well, we defeat a Shadow Pokemon once, a Shadow Zoroark. We though they were freed of the darkness...but..." Kogeki show his hand, with some dark energy. Platina might reconize some of that dark essence from the battle against Tornadus. "I get infected. I learn a Shadow Move. And felt closer to become a Primal Pokemon. Or worse, a Shadow Pokemon."

"With this plan, I could might be able to weak him by draining some its energy and make the battle balance in our favor. However, there is a chance I could not be able to handle the energy from Sandaconda, and the Shadow Aura. The infection could get worse, and I there a chance in become either a Primal Pokemon, or worse: A Shadow Pokemon. However I still have my logic pretty hight, so I can survive the side effects, albeit with some psychological wounds."

Kogeki look at Daxter in the eyes and tell him. "Look, I know you hate me...and I not proud of my previous actions. I not asking you to forgive me, nor to we both become friends. But one thing you should never tell me: That I am a coward. I always go forward, risking my life for my team. I was rude back there? Yes. But never dare to think I never risk my life. And at the moment, you are the currently leader of Team Wardens. All emotions must be leave behind. What you feel and I feel must be left behind for the sake of the mission."

Kogeki than look at Platina, with determination in his eyes. "Chief, you are the currently leader of Team Omega Seekers. Everyone can speak their opinion, but you ask and Daxter have the final word. Do you guys want me to try absorb the Aura of Sandaconda and try to weak him?"