[Game Thread] Lord Windos’ PokeRole Adventure 2: The Wild Lands

[Dragonstrike]

Spoiler

Both the actors looked surprised by your suggestion, before a competitive gleam entered their eyes as the two face each other once more. Bayhama's Chatot let out what sounded like an ominos gong going *BOING!* while her Infernape grinned and started tapping its fists together. On the other side The Graveler's Arbok Coiled itself tight and let out an ominous *Hiss* that sent shivers down everyone's back, whilte the leafy Electrvire slowly lumbered forward in stern opposition.

"I believe the Stalwart Ranger has made an excellent point. If my logic and the future prosperity my people can bring failed to convince, then perhaps a demonstration of the fruits of our labor is in order..."

"Heh. You show more Wisdom than us both combined, Warden of Nature. Very well - if these Outsiders can not be made to Understand Us and This Land, then we Must Do What We Must.

Tension built as both sides of the conflict - Settler vs Native - hit an all time high, before they suddenly started Fighting! Well, not quite : it was more akin to the Grand Performances put on in Kalos, with a general helping of Hoen Style Contest showery. Still, it look thrilling and quite dangerous, as the flaming ape sent a storm of fire fanned by the winds their chatty bird conjured, while the resplendid serpent sent great clouds of dust with its furious tail beats and the bioelectric simion summoning a surge of plant life to combat and defend!

Despite both sides put on one hell of a good Performance it was clear that Bayhama had the upper hand, as slowly but surely her Mons were beating back Rag'Esmi 's forces, causing a triumphant smirk to appear on her face and a scowl of defiance to appear on his. 

"Ha, see?! This is what you get for - "

"I Warned. The Land is tolerant, but with this No More. "

Suddenly, a cloud of dust, mist, and smoke exploded onto the set, obscuring everyone on it and causing the crowd to gasp and oooh !

"What in Distortion's name - !?"

"Now."

You hear Carmine's voice in your ear -  and with the scene set and a que like that it doesn't take a genius to know what to do.

You send their Pokemon, and with a great burst of Light that drives away the Haze Goodra the Friendly but Fierce Dragon appears. Bayhama, once she can see, openlyg gawks at the Pseudo hugger that has so neatly intervened, while The Graveler simply smile and bow to the Great Dragon.

"Oh Mighty Dragon, My People Beseech You - Drive Away These Foolish Outsiders, So That We May All Persevere."

Goodra turns to blink at the actor, but with remarkable quickness caught on and simply smile, before bouncing around and giving the same one to Bayhama and her partners. Only this one was far more Challenging and the wrong kind of playful. The actor took a half-step back, mirrored by her Mons, before scowling at her rival and the Dragon they 'summoned' 

"Fine!" , she spats, a rictus snarl on her face, "You win this battle, you...you lout! Rest assure of this, though: me and my people will not be stopped. Even if the very land rises up to topple and challenge us, we WILL prevail in the end! So swears I, Bayhama and my people!!!"

She then turns to 'run away' with her Mons, disappearing behind the stage while the crowd cheered, booed, and generally bad a blast. Rag'Esmi walked forward and bowed his head to the Great Dragon, prompting them to be lifted right back up into a hug that had the audience cooing and them laughing.

"Ha ha! I see, I see. If it is not my reverance you want, this take this as a Token of Friendship."

The man hands Goodra a Bag of Stardust ($1500) with a Haban Berry ($500), giving them one last bow of thanks.

"Thank you, Great Dragon. Though this is not the End of My People's Strife with the Outsiders, you have Graciously Given Us Hope that we yet Withstand these Outsiders. And, maybe, one day get them to See How We See."

The Graveler then simply walks off the stage with his Mons, leaving just Goodra to blink at the gift they've been given...until they smile, turn to the audience, and gives them the brightest, happiest wave they could!

Everyone goes wild ! The clapping and cheering is near Boomburst levels of LOUD, and bags of Poke and other goodies are thrown at the stage to show just HOW MUCH they loved the show! Your Dragon, in remarkable restraint, elected to ignore these treasures and simply returned to your side, parting the crowd like nothing and giving you the Items they were gifted.

"Now that's what I call a showstopper. I knew I had a good feeling about you, cowboy. Stick around if you want continue playing a part in this grand performance, or reach out to me later if not. Either way, I hope you enjoyed our show~"

Their voice echoes in your ears once more, barely overheard as the crowd around you cheers you and Goodra on - some look ready to hug the most huggable drago and lift you up high, with how excited they were getting!

Minor Encounter Done: If you want to continue, either spend another Minor Encounter , or spend a Moderate Encounter if you really want to be a Star of the Show. Otherwise, you got 2 Moderate and 1 Minor Slot remaining.

(I believe I actually carried over an unused Minor encounter from yesterday, so I should have 2 left.  Which is important because...)

Seddi will give Goodra a thankful tip of the hat for playing along, and gladly takes the items from the friendly dragon when offered them.  "Right then, I do believe we have places to be.  Certainly was fun, though.  Who knows?  Maybe we can come back later."

Seddi will start making his way over to the park where he said he'd meet Sylvia, but he passes by a berry stand on the way there.  And that there gives Seddi an idea.

Nevermind that the stall seems to be run by a Grass/Dragon pokemon of some variety.  He's seen stranger and has no doubt he will continue to see even stranger things than a dragon running a fruit stand.  Seddi's perusing the berries and fruits for something that might have a particular kind of effect, though it's probably worth asking the shopkeep if they have any suggestions.

"Say, ya got any wares that might help with a killer headache?  One of my partners is strugglin' to speak right now without doin' psychic damage to herself.  Quite literally."