[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[PhantomUnderYourDesk]

Shiva actually reacted somewhat startled as he wrapped that cloak around her... Mostly because she wasn't used yet to be treated so endearingly. Least of all from a 7 years older researcher with a faible for Steel and Dragon Types. But if felt warm, comfy and overly upper class, again pretty much to her taste, so she greatly appreciated it. Couldn't hide a faint blush, though.

If her Espurr gets cold, he's still wearing that gifted tartan scarf. Or he can always ask for cuddles from his owner. Not sure about that young man in green tweed though... Maybe after being chased by those Houndour, Espurr was a little careful around strangers.

The sea was absolutely beautiful in the faint light of the candles and Lanturn... The emotions dwelling here were absolutely soothing... Almost a little romantic. (...What? Noooooo! Why should he care about her?)

She was practically lost in these thoughts and the magnificient view that she needed a moment to realise that Ven was asking her something. Immediately, she turned her attention away from the wide open sea and faced him, still that faint blush in her expression. "Huh, what? Eh... What to order... Don't know, but maybe they can recommend something? Until then, probably just pure White Tea. Alongside - if they indeed import them from Alola - patterned Pokebeans for Kyuu..." Shiva was actually fine with any kind of fish and had a liking for the exotic and noble, but absolutely disliked any crustaceans. They taste weird and you barely get something for the money paid.

It didn't take long for her to realise that Raphael was not around, although Ventus said he is... Nope, wait... "Eh, Ven... since when do you ow- No, when did you evolve him to final form?" He's such a graceful Pokemon... One of the happier and fortune Fairy Types. Pretty rare and strong under the right hands on top of that, all hidden behind a cute and carefull apperance..

[Iron]

"Perhaps, if madame is undecided, she would like to try our fine sushi sample platter? We do have many excellent teas as well. And Pokebeans for your Espurr."

Kyuu goes stalking along on two legs, watching all the fish in the clear waters. Doesn't seem to have a problem with Ven, who brought Espurr to this fishy paradise!

[PhantomUnderYourDesk]

"Oh... Fine, then I'll take that one, please." What a service here!

It also was adorable to see how Kyuu seemingly was enjoying the small trip. Cats and fish, should have known. That man was a good person, he led Master to an interesting place! Too afraid to attempt catching one of these fish, though. Well, hopefully, because Shiva wouldn't appreciate a wet kitten to deal with.

[Lord Windos]

The sea was absolutely beautiful in the faint light of the candles and Lanturn... The emotions dwelling here were absolutely soothing... Almost a little romantic. (...What? Noooooo! Why should he care about her?)

She was practically lost in these thoughts and the magnificient view that she needed a moment to realise that Ven was asking her something. Immediately, she turned her attention away from the wide open sea and faced him, still that faint blush in her expression. "Huh, what? Eh... What to order... Don't know, but maybe they can recommend something? Until then, probably just pure White Tea. Alongside - if they indeed import them from Alola - patterned Pokebeans for Kyuu..." 

It didn't take long for her to realise that Raphael was not around, although Ventus said he is... Nope, wait... "Eh, Ven... since when do you ow- No, when did you evolve him to final form?" He's such a graceful Pokemon... One of the happier and fortune Fairy Types. Pretty rare and strong under the right hands on top of that, all hidden behind a cute and carefull apperance..

The empath quickly picked up on Shiva ' s nervous feelings and just a hint of affection towards him , so he gave her another on of his gentle , cosy smile . " Worry not , my dear ( ' Darn it , why did I say that ? ' ) , about being distracted by the nightime sea . It is rather lovely , and it's easy to get lost in the motion of the waves. " The researcher also noticed her blush , but tactifully choose not to comment on it. He did not want to offend her , or lead her astry with his natural charm ... 

Hearing her speak up about Raphael , he flicked his wrist to the side of their table , summoning them in a flash of light . Lucifer , who had been snuggled in his tweed sweeter per usual , spotted his family member and shuttered excitedly about it's drastic changes. Wiggling out of Ven 's sweeter , the devil bat hopped out and glided over to ther much larger friend , landing on thier head as the peered down and began chattering with them . Raphael took it's status as a perch in stride , and happily tweeted back to them , catching them up on what happened to it lately . 

" Ah , my sweet archangel ... You remembered that Shiny Stinky I caught , yes ? Well , I managed to trade it for a Shiny Stone , a Toxic Orb , and quite the but of cash. U have the later to Michael , but I immediately used the Stone to help my child reach it's dullest potential . I could have waited longer , but I didn't want to keep them waiting in suspend like that !"

Later on , Ventus eventually ( and finally ) noticed Espurr , seeing them hovering nearby Shiva , and made the connection that she had aquired a new friend . While he was curious as to how she got her hands on one in Cheshire , he decide it was not too big of a deal to point this out ( for now ) , and continued to enjoy the night with his 'date' .

( I'm ready to transition to dinner and start the new day , Iron , but what about you , @PhantomUnderYourDesk ? )

[PhantomUnderYourDesk]

Ah, right... The motion of the waves. Almost hypnotic at nightime. To think about that Shiva's mind was telling her that it's not that hard to drown herself in those beautiful waves some hours ago... It scared her.

But now, things has been eased. Not overcome, by far not, but with a little effort that suttered self-confidence could be repaired and rebuilt, can it? Maybe even increased by just a little... Suirviving dark times was encouraging. She was not alone on this, even if tended to think in that direction in weak moments. In the end, she stil had her Pokemon. Those that were calling her as their Master and caretaker. And as their friend, hopefully...

"I remember that pink skunk... Hehe, hopefully it's in good hands by now. You surely are lucky for making such a deal. Now you have a Final Form... while I am still working on evolving my own rows..." ... "However... You mentioned your brother had an Abra as Starter, had he? Maybe you can tell me someday later how he handled it, how he worked on his psychic powers and some basic things about Psychic Types, seeing that I own several of those amazing Type meanwhile ."

[Lord Windos]

"I remember that pink skunk... Hehe, hopefully it's in good hands by now. You surely are lucky for making such a deal. Now you have a Final Form... while I am still working on evolving my own rows..." ... "However... You mentioned your brother had an Abra as Starter, had he? Maybe you can tell me someday later how he handled it, how he worked on his psychic powers and some basic things about Psychic Types, seeing that I own several of those amazing Type meanwhile ."

Ventus minutely flitched  the mentions of Sans , but covered smoothly by nodding his head at Shiva . His ... ' talk ' with his brother left him a little sore about him , and he didn't want to discuss them at the moment . " Hmm ... I believe that can be arranged . Perhaps after we leave Corsage ? This dreay place is not the most conducive to for Psychic practise ... Oh , and don't worry about evolution , my friend . You'll have an entire team of vallient , strong fighters at you command someday , so don't distress !"

[Iron]

The restaurant brings your food, and you're treated to a light show as the Spheal cast their Aurora Beams into the burgeoning dusk, while Lanturns light it from below. Everything is delicious and your every whim is catered to.

Where is Ventus rooming for the night? Either way, no one is tormented by any unusual nightmares. Seems the Delta Houndour pack is driven away, or perhaps not powerful enough without the mega stone to affect mass dreams.

In the morning, Corsage Port is more active than you've yet seen it. It's starting to regain a little of the grandeur and cheer of a Driftveil or Vermillion, though always with an undercurrent understanding of how harsh the sea can be.

[Lord Windos]

Where is Ventus rooming for the night? ( ... )

In the morning, Corsage Port is more active than you've yet seen it. It's starting to regain a little of the grandeur and cheer of a Driftveil or Vermillion, though always with an undercurrent understanding of how harsh the sea can be.

After his marvelous meal with Shiva ( and receiving her 'thanks ' that almost got him blushing thinking about it , he escorted her back to the Pokemon Center and decided to get a room there himself for the night . It was too late for him to set up camp outside of town , so he only hopped that he would not have dreams about his 'mother' .

Fortunately for him , his rest went unmolested by vile dream demons or memories from the past , and he soon woke up and conducted his morning rituals , got a shower and dressed , before he left his room . Ventus swig by the cafeteria to pick up some breakfast and coffee for himself , and then went to the lobby to await his friends . ' I desire to finally go and partake in combat with Chuckles , but it would be rude for me to leave without my friends . Tme may be finite , but I can spend some waiting here ..."

[Dragonstrike]

Nathan wakes up rather tired feeling, but well rested.  He'd felt it again last night.  There was something off about Kirlia's psychic powers...just what it was, he couldn't quite pinpoint, but it felt incredibly strong last night...well, at least he hadn't been plagued by nightmares last night.  Seems their interference had thrown a wrench into that Houndour pack's 'fun' after all.  Hopefully, they wouldn't come back...

He gets up, gets dressed, grabs the gloves Vincent had given him, spends the early morning practicing his fighting (Fight levels up to 3 for 16 EXP thanks to the 1 EXP from the day changing!), then gives them and himself a much needed washing.

Today was the day.  They'd been here for over a week now, and he'd been waiting for this moment.

It was time to get ready for the Gym Battle.

It was going to be tough.  But he figured he'd be able to manage it.  Kirlia has a few tricks up his metaphorical sleeves, after all, and Porygon2 has more than just Tackle to attack with.  And depending on what secondary types his opponent's pokemon have, he might still have an edge with his decent variety of types.  If it came down to it, he also has Orthros with Beat Up, but he still didn't think the hound would be reliable in battle...well, he'd just have to bring it along for the ride.  Orthros could see for himself just how tightly knit Nathan is with his pokemon.  Or tries to be, anyways...the dog had seemed rather pleased with the treat last night, at least, so that was good.  Feeding him shouldn't be a problem.

But what a way to start the day off...when he finds himself in the lobby, Ventus is waiting there already.  Of course he was.  Initially, Nathan just heads over to the PC to swap out the Combee duo for Swiftfire and Porygon2 (for the strategic advantage, since flying doesn't offer much against most ghosts that other types he has can't handle), not saying a word to Ventus.

Once that's done, he walks over to the table Ventus is at and sits down across from him.  He's not sure what to say...and he still doesn't really want to risk bringing out Orthros...he's got Starmie's pokeball palmed though, ready to bring the starfish out if Orthros forces his way out, just in case...

Kirlia looks a little nervous in contrast to Nathan's glum focus, but does his best to try and relax.  No reason to get worked up over nothing, right?

[Iron]

Orthros stays put - he knows more about Ventus than he wants to know!