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

[Dragonstrike]

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GROUP MESSAGE (TEXT): Greeting everyone....and good-bye. I regret to inform you that I won't be joining your group for the time being. After doing some reflection after Oz' recovery, I have come to realize that I am not yet ready for the Role I found myself in. Possibly ever, if I'm to be completely honest. The strange things, the looming destiny, and all the wild excitement....it is just too much for a simple Espeon like myself - well, not so simple, but I hope you get my point.

Maybe I am being over-cautious. Maybe I do not have enough faith in my abilities. Perhaps my most recent experience is overly impacting and shadowing my judgement.

I do know this for certain, though: I need more time. Time to recover, to think, and time to grow into my own. I could do it with you all, but....I don't want to hold you back. Especially at a critical moment, which I predict will be all too common.

So. I'm departing for the time being. I'll be staying with a new friend of mine, who'll help me 'Come into my own, exactly how you want.' Can't promise I'll visit or have visitors, but I can promise you this: I'll keep in touch. I'll try to give you updates on what's happening to me, and if you have any questions that can use my Insight or expertise I will try to get to them post-haste.

I'm sorry I'm leaving you all like this. I truly, truly wish I could stay and be a part of your guys adventure. I know without a shadow of a doubt you all will do great things...and that is in part why I must step down. I have to become the best I can be, before I can be the best for everyone.

Thank you so much for the precious memories. No matter what happens, I'll cherish them and the time we had together.

Sincerely,

Sylvia

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Sylvia has left the Party, but Everyone has access to a new Function: Ask Sylvia! Once per Day per PC, you can Ask for advice/Insight on anything in a Encounter or about another Topic that has been bothering you, and I will do a Roll using her Stats, with various modifiers added and subtracted based on what's asked. These answers can be used to Confirm/'solve' things in an Encounter, or as a jumping off point for your own inquiries.

The prompt to do the Function :  Ask Sylvia! : " [Insert Question/Context Here] "

She'll also occasionally give updates on how's she doing, as well as what's happening in her neck of Sutalor.

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And so, the Day draws to a close. Bayhama does not rest, however, for its gearing up for something big Tomorrow. For tomorrow brings...!


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DAY 7: THE DAY OF THE FESTIVAL!!!

Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Hvg9keoJ70 (Battle! Sinnoh Frontier Brain: Remix ► Pokémon Platinum/Heart Gold & Soul Silver)

Excitement and fervor was in the air as all across the city the party was the year was about to begin! Each distinct of Bayhama was either closed or gearing up their own local big attractions and mini-events, while all throughout Settlers, Tourists, and a few Native and Magi were all bustling with cheer as they were ready to P-A-R-T-Y!!! Even the local Pokemon were getting in on the fun, with several of the critters joining right in the festivities or taking the chance to see how much they could get away with now that the event was in full swing.

After several long days of CHAOS, intrigue, and general malarkey, a day or two of respite was exactly what the Nurses ordered! Speaking of which -

For Oz - Recall your Encounter Limits due to Reviving Glinda. The doctors on hand seeing to your own recovery and the Good Witch continuing to ride herd on you HARD to take it easy certainly put none too fine a point on you NOT overexerting yourself after your heart-to-heart with the Abyss and DEATH. Everyone but Hecate and Dite had calmed down somewhat by now - the former still refusing to see you and the later too stressed out to stand the sight of you for very long.

For Seddi - Iron Leave's Headache had, thankfully, fully resolved by the time you two awoke (with the Verdant Sword again sleeping by your bed underneath a sheet). However, and most frustrating to Her, was that Her SOUL Communications were now down, as apparently after Her Systems cleared the 'corruption and software damage' caused by whatever made you all lose time they shut down THAT function to repair, update, and then troubleshoot it before functionality was restored. However long that takes is Unown to her - her estimate is anywhere between sometime today to a long weekened.

Sadda has nothing good to report: despite doing everything in her power to get International Comms back online (and dealing with the local bureaucracy all the while) she has only BARELY enabled brief, simple texts to Paldea. The less said about the GTS, the better - with how extensive the damages were done to THAT it may be quicker to chart a path to a different town to use their connection or try to find more dubiously legal relays 'off the grind' . Right now she says that she got a simple response back from your Boss: Everything was fine back home, but that you should report immediately once Comms are stable enough for Video Conversation. Your Mentor also sent a message that also got straight to the point, though is their own unique way: "Pls pls call w.y.c. I getting SO worried, running out of stuff to chase the bad feelings away ;((( 0n0 < _ > "

The only good news is that the government hasn't bothered you lately about doing your 'extra' duties, either because its the holidays or (more likely) a certain Godmother has put the fear of Her in them, and like Drilbur they were Dig deep and not poking their head out until they felt the coast was clear.

For Akamu: If you're still seeing your date then you can easily start your day there (and with her). In other news, as you woke up you got a message from Sada, telling you that Nalu's Special Training and 'Period of Recovery' was complete, and that you could get them from the PC anytime. This doesn't take long, but when you do and Release him for a check up he all but collapses on the spot, spreading out like half-melted jello as they let out a burbling half-groan, half joy at seeing you and being away from those slave drivers. Never again did he want to undergo another 'Stress Test' like those again! Aarrrrggggh...

Evolution Progress: (4) Good Progress! Perhaps a few more challenging battles or dedicating a good chuck of energy (and XP) could get him over the threshold!
XP Gained: (5)(3) * 5 = 40 XP Gained!
Move Gained ?: (5)(5) Yes! Nalu Learned Endure!
Surprise!:
- Rarity: (6)(4) Uncommon!
- Kind: (3) Move! Which one?: Acid Spray!
- Quality: (94) + 3 (U) = 97!!
Move Changes: It has become Spread (Min 3 Targets) and can Ignore Steel Type Immunity to deal Resisted Damage!
Nalu currently is Exhausted AND at - 1 Pain; he needs some time before he's fully Battle Ready. He's also not entirely happy with you throwing him into the Deep like that - Greatly decreased Bond Gain for the rest of the Day.

For Vernon- You wake up at your preferred haunt, ready to explore the city that has fully transformed into a Party Central for Sutalör! You did receive a text message from an unknown number, simply saying 'Here. Let me know when you are free.' Munchlax and Pwee look especially excited about the Festival (and all the yum yums they could get), while your new Catches feel quite the opposite, rather antsy or irritated (or both) about the increased energy levels. Turtwig was mellow as every, while your last Mon was content as they could be.

For Darron: Nothing bothers you as you rest for the night, nor did Aaron Bug you about your day - apparently they were tired after a busy day following your example and helping the Center you guys were staying in. Which was a good thing, considering how likely he would have questions about the Astral Stone 'acting up' or why you have a very particular and Dangerous combination of a specific Bug and Item despite such Potential being WELL out of your League.

Speaking of said Princess: when you checked it seems she has grown quite a bit since yesterday, ever since you gave her the Royal Jelly to hold/nom on. Looks like she's making progress on her Coronation FAST in typical Bug-like expediency - you're going to have to decide if you want to take the Jelly away and risk them becoming upset or letting them keep it to maintain the good start but potentially having to deal with a real Queen sooner than is preferable...

Chloe also made you a new silk scarf as a sign of her overwhelming support to you - she looks quite eager to see you try it on!

For Bern: You wake up in the Embassy....spooned between Zephy and your newest Team Member Umbrelong (What WOULD be a good name for this...minx), the later of which had you in a literal Grapple as they snoozed peacefully beside you. They/she felt quite cuddly, surprising - their/her skin was like sleek, furry scales that easily deformed to the touch, and they/she were pleasantly warm and emitted vibrations of sort that relaxed as much as they tingled. By now your Paralysis had cleared up (as was the right state of mind you were in) and Myra had been returned (what a frantic and almost tearful reunion THAT was), and the rest of your Mons were feeling better and Refreshed from a good night's sleep. Oh, better remember to get your Ingredients for the day from them too, if you deem them ready for extraction!

You got a message from Morgana, yet again a text: she said that she'll be ready to join you for an outing at around mid-day or so (Spend at least 1 Moderate Encounter and 1 Minor Encounter) , but that you shouldn't wait on her to 'fully indulge in summertime festivities of hardy recollections' . No message back yet from your Mentor either - which was not unusual, considering how busy he was and this time of year/recent events no doubt keeping him well distracted and thoroughly vexed.

Finally, you got a message and request from the Bayhama government of all people: they wish you come to the City Hall - where the Festival is officially and traditionally started from - and give a small speech as a sign of mutual solidarity, support, and honor/Happiness between the Settlers and Mageocracy to help kick things off. Given your station and rank as one of the highest ranked Magi and Scimitar in these lands it should come as no surprise that the city had the idea to latch onto your continued presence and try to capitalize on that to bolster relations and ease troubled minds. Whether you humor them or not is up to you.


Now, onto the Big Festivities each Part of Bayhama is gearing up to have!

Commercial Sector

Boardwalk Strip: The Koffee Shop is giving 1 Free Raffle per paying Customer today! They also have a Special Razz-Leppa Espresso for Sale (Limit 1) for $500 that'll restore 1 Will and bolster Will Recovery/Ease Exhaustion!

The Sutalor Department Building Mega Store: 25% Off Discounts on most EVERYTHING that is on sale or could be found in here! The TM Shop is an exception, though: instead they're offering a Limited Run of the following TMs:

- Blizzard $5000
- Thunder $5k
- Flamethrower $3000
- Grass Know (Regular) $2500
- Bubblebeam $1000
- Counter and Mirror Coat for $1500
- Facade $5k

Princely Prizes Update (Limited Time Only!)

- Earthquake OR Fissure $20000
- Protect (3 Uses) $10000
- Steel Beam $7500
- Draco Meteor $7500
- Meteor Beam $10000 (Comes with a free Power Herb!)
- Thief EX (+ 1 Power, Items can be stolen regardless of Held Item; Items Obtained this way still work and is tournament legal) $10000
- Tailwind (3 Uses) $10000

Link to TM Shop: https://pokemonuranium.co/forum/showthre...5#pid80875

In addition, anyone that buys a TM will be entered into a sweepstakes to win a Move EXemplifier!

In general: You can Sell Items for 1.5X their Value, if they're 'hot' enough!

Business Sector

All Day Performances, hosted by Fanstasio - Looks like with the smash hit from yesterday they want to keep up the momentum!

Fortune Teller Wilma: A Strange Fate Seer has set up shop here of all places - and they appeared to be Cheshirian to boot, much to local disgust and alarm

In general: Better Business Opportunities!

Industrial Sector: Closed due to Festivities!

**City Hall**

- Hosting the 'Shining Start' to the Festivities, where the leaders and bigwigs of Bayhama give their speeches about the event, address outstanding public issues, and generally trying to hype things up. Pretty good opportunity to meet all sorts of people, and those that stay for the speeches usually manage to get a few goodies or learn some juicy news that kickstarts their fun in a big way!

S.Gov. Seat: Unchanged, though it's running at low capacity besides the IT Department and the various law and investigation agencies trying to keep Order in the city.

Groudon's Grand Stadium: The Pokeathalon is here! Come watch some exciting Pokemon Sports, or sign up yourselfs and compete for the Gold!

Kyorge's M.A. Hall: The Grand Orchestra is playing! Come enjoy some classics to set the mood, or try your own luck Performing with or against them!

Ray's Weather Center: Closed due to Maintenance and the understandable fear of not wanting rowdy visators riling up the Mons here TOO much. Oz or Bern might be able to get in (along with friends) for a Private Tour though, due to good connections.

Wild Life Center: No changes, beyond expanded tours. They're mostly active concerning the any rogue threat that requires their prompt action to deter, contain, or exterminate.

The Beaches: Party Central! Come here if you want to mingle with every walk of life, and maybe uncover a boatload of treasure shaken up by all the activity or carelessly lost.

Ports/Marina: Closed for the most part, but their are a myriad of informal Fishing Contests you could angle your way in. Maybe a private tour or cruise, if you can swing it.

Last but not least The Afterlife Bar is having both a 'Ultimate Dance Off' and 'No Hold Bar Elite Underground Tourney' , both of them thrilling experiences that may or may not be as Dangerous as they are Rewarding.

Aaaaaaand that's it! Go on out there and HAVE A FANTASTICAL TIME~!!!

Seddi's not sure how to feel about Sylvia suddenly deciding to be reclusive.  He'd send a short text back.

You ever need something' from me, Sylvia, don't hesitate to ask, alright?  You've helped several members of this lil' group of ours out, and I won't soon forget that.  Stay safe, ya hear?

Hearing from Sada that international comms are still down gets a worried frown from Seddi as well.  Who the hell managed to mess them up this badly?!  Well, at least they can send a text based message back to Paldea.  And Seddi would do just that.

Try not to be too drunk once comms are fully restored, Poppy.  I got ya a lil' somethin' as thanks recently, and you're gonna want to make a good impression when I give them to ya.

Leaves not being able to talk efficiently at all now is troubling too.  Especially since it's a software issue that she'll have to handle entirely on her own.  Pros and cons of advanced tech ahead of its time, I suppose.  Amazing when it works, a nightmare to fix when it breaks.

Well, one thing at a time.  Maybe he can use the lull in the amount of work to wrap up some loose ends.  Or maybe just take a much needed break.  Speaking of...

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She decided to send a message to some people and maybe...Get some help. The first person she though was Tiffany. She really likes her, and she did help her quite a lot. The other one was Dodger. Its been a while since she get a call from him, and have a nice time with him could help. And...there Seddi. His look of disapointing and anger still haunt Oz, but after what happened yesterday, she fear she would not able to escape the sigh of him, specially since he is problably worry sick of her.

With a defeat sigh, she send a message to the cowboy hero. And to the rest of the gang.


To everyone: Good day people. I fine today. Dont need to worry to much about me.

Seddi: Hi. Good day Seddi. How you doing? I...I...Good. I woke up fine...Listen. I thank you for what you did for me yesterday too. I...You problably still angry at me. And that would understanble.

She stop from writting for a second, and then sigh to give him a straight answer.

Seddi: ...There gonna be a festival today. I wanted to go there to...enjoy a good time, and maybe help rebuild my relantioship with my sisters...They are still upset because of yesterday. I also...think we didnt had time to enjoy a good time together as...companions, so I wanted to know if you are free today? If not, I will understand.

Seddi's still on top of responding to messages, as per usual!

Me, mad?  Maybe a little still, but I've had some time to think what happened over.  I can imagine you had good reason for pullin' that stunt, of course, but some context would be nice if you're up for swappin' some stories later.  Yeah, I don't expect you to tell me for free.  You give me a story, and I'll tell you one in return.  Sound fair?

And I don't mind spendin' some time with ya at the festival today.  Honestly, I probably need the break, though I'm still keepin' an ear out for any news about the WH Huntin' Party.  Any particular plans ya had in mind?