[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[Iron]

Spoiler

Everyone who watched at least one match up to this point gains 8XP - you learned something from watching.

If you stick around to watch the top 4, you'll gain another 8XP.

So, the Top 4 are the Gentleman, Fisherman Harris, Anaster, and Scientist Menlough who studies Poison-types. I'm not going to roll it out because it doesn't affect the party, but judging by their dice pools and teams it would go like this:

4. Gentleman
3. Harris
2. Menlough
1. Anaster

Anaster wins a Dark-type Trapinch with a creepy forked tongue. Getting such a cool Pokemon actually seems to mellow him out a little bit.


Burt was eliminated early in the game for using a disobedient Scyther and too many weak bug-types. He was up against Anaster anyway.

Heart and Nathan are approached by promoters! "Hey you two! Amazing battles! I saw you both trained Delta Pokemon. And Nathan, that pink Dratini! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gene. I'm a scientist for an up-and-coming startup in Stair City. We call ourselves SPARE CHANGE, and our mission is to promote Pokemon diversity at every level! Would you be interested in wearing our T-shirts? We'll give you 14 shirts, printed up with our logo and Delta Parasect and Delta Pikachu. All you have to do is wear them in all your battles for the next 3 months, and we'll cover your entrance fee for the Safari Cup right now. At the end of the 3 months, we'll give you a bonus based on where we are and where you are!"

"I'll also give you my number and you can ask me for more work anytime. We have a small office now in every city with a Gym. Except Arrowroot, if that counts."


He didn't approach Spira because you are standoffish and lost early in the tournament, but if you want to try to broker a deal for yourself you're welcome to make the attempt. Same for Shiva, really.

Heart indeed stay to watch the remaining battles so he can understand a bit more battling. He watches the Top 4 to see what those 4 people can do. Heart raise a eyebrown when he see Anaster get a Dark-type Trapinch. "Aww. I really wanted that Trapinch. That kind hurt my pride as a rare Collector, but heh, that Anaster deserved the reward."

When Heart see the guy aproaching them, Heart think for a second and then say. "I think there is no problem with that. I was indeed in need to buy a few more shirts so I accept that. And I think D-Pikachu will might like see me wearing that. He have a...Poison mood to be honest though. But he will be shocked." Say Heart once again cracking a few puns. He grab one of the shirts and ask the guy. "Do you guys have in size G?"

"Ha! You're funny! I'll have to put that on one of the shirts. Something like... you'll be SHOCKED to see how good SPARE CHANGE is... I'll work on it."

I don't know what size G is but he has every size. He also gives you a shirt for Pikachu to wear. He'll have them printed up in an hour!

[Iron]

Spira does indeed stick around for the finals, mainly to see who gets how far. If possible, he'd like to approach Anaster afterwards and congratulate him on winning it all. On another note, unfortunately Spira don't have enough money to get the salvaged Scimitar Gear back that he used for collateral to enter the cup; oh well. He checks to see which of his Safari catches they'd accept to get it back; he doesn't wanna risk the gear getting back in the wrong hands! Oh, before I forget, Spira checks on his Pumpkaboo Egg to see how close, or far away, it is from hatching

Pumpkaboo will hatch on Day 73.

[Spiritmon]

Spoiler

Spoiler

Everyone who watched at least one match up to this point gains 8XP - you learned something from watching.

If you stick around to watch the top 4, you'll gain another 8XP.

So, the Top 4 are the Gentleman, Fisherman Harris, Anaster, and Scientist Menlough who studies Poison-types. I'm not going to roll it out because it doesn't affect the party, but judging by their dice pools and teams it would go like this:

4. Gentleman
3. Harris
2. Menlough
1. Anaster

Anaster wins a Dark-type Trapinch with a creepy forked tongue. Getting such a cool Pokemon actually seems to mellow him out a little bit.


Burt was eliminated early in the game for using a disobedient Scyther and too many weak bug-types. He was up against Anaster anyway.

Heart and Nathan are approached by promoters! "Hey you two! Amazing battles! I saw you both trained Delta Pokemon. And Nathan, that pink Dratini! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gene. I'm a scientist for an up-and-coming startup in Stair City. We call ourselves SPARE CHANGE, and our mission is to promote Pokemon diversity at every level! Would you be interested in wearing our T-shirts? We'll give you 14 shirts, printed up with our logo and Delta Parasect and Delta Pikachu. All you have to do is wear them in all your battles for the next 3 months, and we'll cover your entrance fee for the Safari Cup right now. At the end of the 3 months, we'll give you a bonus based on where we are and where you are!"

"I'll also give you my number and you can ask me for more work anytime. We have a small office now in every city with a Gym. Except Arrowroot, if that counts."


He didn't approach Spira because you are standoffish and lost early in the tournament, but if you want to try to broker a deal for yourself you're welcome to make the attempt. Same for Shiva, really.

Heart indeed stay to watch the remaining battles so he can understand a bit more battling. He watches the Top 4 to see what those 4 people can do. Heart raise a eyebrown when he see Anaster get a Dark-type Trapinch. "Aww. I really wanted that Trapinch. That kind hurt my pride as a rare Collector, but heh, that Anaster deserved the reward."

When Heart see the guy aproaching them, Heart think for a second and then say. "I think there is no problem with that. I was indeed in need to buy a few more shirts so I accept that. And I think D-Pikachu will might like see me wearing that. He have a...Poison mood to be honest though. But he will be shocked." Say Heart once again cracking a few puns. He grab one of the shirts and ask the guy. "Do you guys have in size G?"

"Ha! You're funny! I'll have to put that on one of the shirts. Something like... you'll be SHOCKED to see how good SPARE CHANGE is... I'll work on it."

I don't know what size G is but he has every size. He also gives you a shirt for Pikachu to wear. He'll have them printed up in an hour!

Thats remind me: How it is the situation of D-Pikachu? Is he better than before after the nurse treat him? And he think about the shirt?

Also, after the matches have ended and Heart have a moment alone, he aproach at the place he meet the two family Kangaskan. He take their Pokeballs and release of them. "Like I have promised, you two a free to go. Sorry for the problems I make you two go. But now you are free." Heart both of Kangaskan Pokeballs and with his fire powers, he burn those Safari Balls, until it became only ashes. "You two should be careful though. The Safari Zone is filled with all kinds of Trainers who will try to capture you once again. But I will not bother any of you two ever again. Have a safe life."

Heart also take back the Silk Scarf and Razor Claw.

[Dragonstrike]

Spoiler

Heart and Nathan are approached by promoters! "Hey you two! Amazing battles! I saw you both trained Delta Pokemon. And Nathan, that pink Dratini! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gene. I'm a scientist for an up-and-coming startup in Stair City. We call ourselves SPARE CHANGE, and our mission is to promote Pokemon diversity at every level! Would you be interested in wearing our T-shirts? We'll give you 14 shirts, printed up with our logo and Delta Parasect and Delta Pikachu. All you have to do is wear them in all your battles for the next 3 months, and we'll cover your entrance fee for the Safari Cup right now. At the end of the 3 months, we'll give you a bonus based on where we are and where you are!"

"I'll also give you my number and you can ask me for more work anytime. We have a small office now in every city with a Gym. Except Arrowroot, if that counts."

After the battle end, he aproach at the crowd to find a certain person. When he see, he wave his hand towards Nathan. "Heya. How things is going buddy? Mine is okay. Didnt win the Cup but I get a good battle."

When Heart approaches Nathan and asks him how he's doing, Nathan sighs.  "...lost in a rather embarassing way. Third battle didn't go nearly as well as my first two."  He doesn't elaborate further than that for now.

When the promoter approaches and introduces himself as a Scientist, Gallade warily raises an eyebrow (or rather, does the equivalent gesture for a Gallade).  Nathan has a few questions of his own as well.  "...what does SPARE CHANGE stand for, exactly?  I'd like to know a bit more about your organization before I agree to anything."  It sounds like the kind of thing that might be right up Nathan's alley, but he's still going to approach this carefully...

Mizu isn't really paying much attention to Scientist Gene.  She's more interested in the Dratini Pokedoll that Nathan got.

[Spiritmon]

Spoiler

After the battle end, he aproach at the crowd to find a certain person. When he see, he wave his hand towards Nathan. "Heya. How things is going buddy? Mine is okay. Didnt win the Cup but I get a good battle."

When Heart approaches Nathan and asks him how he's doing, Nathan sighs.  "...lost in a rather embarassing way.  Third battle didn't go nearly as well as my first two."  He doesn't elaborate further than that for now.

Heart put a hand in his shoulder. "I can relate with that feeling Nats. In the little Cup Koa has lost to a Chansey. And back in that time, he was more obedient. We are in the same boat my friend. But dont let that depress you. There will better battles from now on. You have captured some cool Pokemon with you. Not only that but you have also captured a Delta Parasect and a Shiny Dratini. Talking about making me jealous, heh. Not that I can complain since I got a Delta Pikachu, a Exeggcute and a Gligar."

"The last its not that rare, but they have they use. I already have a Razor Claw, so I can have a fully evolved Gliscor, with is very much awesome. And Exeggcute have access to Sleep Powder. Not the most accurate move, but at least have better accuracy than Hypnosys. No offense Gallade, you are still the most awesome Telepathic fighter I ever know. Remind me to let Rose have a spar with you."

"Also, I migh need to buy a Flinch item too...that Razor Claw helped me quite a lot in Flinch foes with successive attacks like Heracross...want to help me with some info where I can buy one Nathan? You are the smart guy in Cheshire. I just the enciclopedia guy in Pokemon."

"I also pretty tired, so I might take tomorrow to take a full day of rest. After our many adventures, I didnt have a proper chance to sleep very much well. I also think in make some Berry Milkshake later before sleep. Is you and Gallade interested in drink too?"

[Iron]

Spoiler

Spoiler

Everyone who watched at least one match up to this point gains 8XP - you learned something from watching.

If you stick around to watch the top 4, you'll gain another 8XP.

So, the Top 4 are the Gentleman, Fisherman Harris, Anaster, and Scientist Menlough who studies Poison-types. I'm not going to roll it out because it doesn't affect the party, but judging by their dice pools and teams it would go like this:

4. Gentleman
3. Harris
2. Menlough
1. Anaster

Anaster wins a Dark-type Trapinch with a creepy forked tongue. Getting such a cool Pokemon actually seems to mellow him out a little bit.


Burt was eliminated early in the game for using a disobedient Scyther and too many weak bug-types. He was up against Anaster anyway.

Heart and Nathan are approached by promoters! "Hey you two! Amazing battles! I saw you both trained Delta Pokemon. And Nathan, that pink Dratini! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gene. I'm a scientist for an up-and-coming startup in Stair City. We call ourselves SPARE CHANGE, and our mission is to promote Pokemon diversity at every level! Would you be interested in wearing our T-shirts? We'll give you 14 shirts, printed up with our logo and Delta Parasect and Delta Pikachu. All you have to do is wear them in all your battles for the next 3 months, and we'll cover your entrance fee for the Safari Cup right now. At the end of the 3 months, we'll give you a bonus based on where we are and where you are!"

"I'll also give you my number and you can ask me for more work anytime. We have a small office now in every city with a Gym. Except Arrowroot, if that counts."


He didn't approach Spira because you are standoffish and lost early in the tournament, but if you want to try to broker a deal for yourself you're welcome to make the attempt. Same for Shiva, really.

Heart indeed stay to watch the remaining battles so he can understand a bit more battling. He watches the Top 4 to see what those 4 people can do. Heart raise a eyebrown when he see Anaster get a Dark-type Trapinch. "Aww. I really wanted that Trapinch. That kind hurt my pride as a rare Collector, but heh, that Anaster deserved the reward."

When Heart see the guy aproaching them, Heart think for a second and then say. "I think there is no problem with that. I was indeed in need to buy a few more shirts so I accept that. And I think D-Pikachu will might like see me wearing that. He have a...Poison mood to be honest though. But he will be shocked." Say Heart once again cracking a few puns. He grab one of the shirts and ask the guy. "Do you guys have in size G?"

"Ha! You're funny! I'll have to put that on one of the shirts. Something like... you'll be SHOCKED to see how good SPARE CHANGE is... I'll work on it."

I don't know what size G is but he has every size. He also gives you a shirt for Pikachu to wear. He'll have them printed up in an hour!

Thats remind me: How it is the situation of D-Pikachu? Is he better than before after the nurse treat him? And he think about the shirt?

Also, after the matches have ended and Heart have a moment alone, he aproach at the place he meet the two family Kangaskan. He take their Pokeballs and release of them. "Like I have promised, you two a free to go. Sorry for the problems I make you two go. But now you are free." Heart both of Kangaskan Pokeballs and with his fire powers, he burn those Safari Balls, until it became only ashes. "You two should be careful though. The Safari Zone is filled with all kinds of Trainers who will try to capture you once again. But I will not bother any of you two ever again. Have a safe life."

Heart also take back the Silk Scarf and Razor Claw.

A Pikachu is a Pikachu! They like playing dress up and they bounce back quickly from injury. Not as keen on puns, though.

The Kangas bound off, free! Maybe they'll be more wary of trainers in the future.

There are actually a few trainers releasing their Pokemon after the Cup, mostly just common fodder like Nidos and Pidges.

[Iron]

Spoiler

Heart and Nathan are approached by promoters! "Hey you two! Amazing battles! I saw you both trained Delta Pokemon. And Nathan, that pink Dratini! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gene. I'm a scientist for an up-and-coming startup in Stair City. We call ourselves SPARE CHANGE, and our mission is to promote Pokemon diversity at every level! Would you be interested in wearing our T-shirts? We'll give you 14 shirts, printed up with our logo and Delta Parasect and Delta Pikachu. All you have to do is wear them in all your battles for the next 3 months, and we'll cover your entrance fee for the Safari Cup right now. At the end of the 3 months, we'll give you a bonus based on where we are and where you are!"

"I'll also give you my number and you can ask me for more work anytime. We have a small office now in every city with a Gym. Except Arrowroot, if that counts."

After the battle end, he aproach at the crowd to find a certain person. When he see, he wave his hand towards Nathan. "Heya. How things is going buddy? Mine is okay. Didnt win the Cup but I get a good battle."

When Heart approaches Nathan and asks him how he's doing, Nathan sighs.  "...lost in a rather embarassing way.  Third battle didn't go nearly as well as my first two."  He doesn't elaborate further than that for now.

When the promoter approaches and introduces himself as a Scientist, Gallade warily raises an eyebrow (or rather, does the equivalent gesture for a Gallade).  Nathan has a few questions of his own as well.  "...what does SPARE CHANGE stand for, exactly?  I'd like to know a bit more about your organization before I agree to anything."  It sounds like the kind of thing that might be right up Nathan's alley, but he's still going to approach this carefully...

Mizu isn't really paying much attention to Scientist Gene.  She's more interested in the Dratini Pokedoll that Nathan got.

"It's not an acronym. It's ALL CAPS to gain attention! But it symbolizes the fight against those who want to only use certain strains of Pokemon, and the fight against habitat destruction - particularly for rare Pokemon. We take in donations, host battles and shows, and research safer Pokeballs."

[Dragonstrike]

"It's not an acronym. It's ALL CAPS to gain attention! But it symbolizes the fight against those who want to only use certain strains of Pokemon, and the fight against habitat destruction - particularly for rare Pokemon. We take in donations, host battles and shows, and research safer Pokeballs."

"...that's an...interesting choice of name to try and get the point across...it sounds like a helpful organization, though..."

Nathan thinks for a moment...looks at Gallade, who's also pondering something...

Gallade nods, and then Nathan turns back to Gene to do the same.

"...alright, you've got yourselves a deal.  Might even work more closely with ya guys on some things if this goes well.  If you really aim to do what ya say and help promote giving all pokemon a chance, then I'll have no qualms with backing ya.  I do have one request, though: could ya also potentially print some shirts with different pokemon pictured for me?  I wouldn't mind wearing ones with Delta Parasect on them, but some variety would be nice."

[Spiritmon]

"Same with me too. I do like have different kinds of Pokemon in my shirts too."

[Dragonstrike]

Spoiler

Heart put a hand in his shoulder. "I can relate with that feeling Nats. In the little Cup Koa has lost to a Chansey. And back in that time, he was more obedient. We are in the same boat my friend. But dont let that depress you. There will better battles from now on. You have captured some cool Pokemon with you. Not only that but you have also captured a Delta Parasect and a Shiny Dratini. Talking about making me jealous, heh. Not that I can complain since I got a Delta Pikachu, a Exeggcute and a Gligar."

"The last its not that rare, but they have they use. I already have a Razor Claw, so I can have a fully evolved Gliscor, with is very much awesome. And Exeggcute have access to Sleep Powder. Not the most accurate move, but at least have better accuracy than Hypnosys. No offense Gallade, you are still the most awesome Telepathic fighter I ever know. Remind me to let Rose have a spar with you."

"Also, I migh need to buy a Flinch item too...that Razor Claw helped me quite a lot in Flinch foes with successive attacks like Heracross...want to help me with some info where I can buy one Nathan? You are the smart guy in Cheshire. I just the enciclopedia guy in Pokemon."

"I also pretty tired, so I might take tomorrow to take a full day of rest. After our many adventures, I didnt have a proper chance to sleep very much well. I also think in make some Berry Milkshake later before sleep. Is you and Gallade interested in drink too?"

"...maybe, but I was really hoping to do better than I did..."

Since it's semi on topic, Mizu's not really paying much attention to Heart either.  She gives him a curious glance much like the one she gave Spira, then goes back to minding her own business.

Gallade shrugs non-chalantly when Heart refers to him.  He has ways to make Hypnosis work.  When Heart mentions sparring with Rose, Gallade simply nods, but there's a hidden determination underneath that stoic facade.  Next time he and Rose meet on the battlefield, he'll be ready.

Nathan's response to Heart's ramblings about the pokemon he's caught and the Razor Fang: "...well, Exeggcute aren't exactly super rare either, to be honest...but yes, they do have some good debuffs.  If you're looking to evolve that Gligar but still have a similar hold item to use, I actually do know of a place where you might be able to get one without too much trouble..."

Nathan digs through his bag and eventually pulls out a fang of some kind to show to Heart.

"Genuine Houndoom Fang," he explains.  "Or, as the salesman called it at the Violet Tent in Cress, a 'Fang of Houndoom's Rage'.  If Orthros's fascination with it is any indication, though, it's definitely the real deal.  Cost me a pretty penny, though.  $2000 for one of 'em.  Same salesman also has Dragon Fangs for $4000 apiece, and Dragon Scales for $3000 each.  Pricey, but they're definitely what the salesman says they are...even if there are some little...embellishments concerning a few details here and there.  Anyways, as far as I can tell from my own usage of the item, it has the exact same effect as holding a Razor Fang or King's Rock."

As for the milkshake offer...Nathan takes a deep breath, then slowly lets it out.  "...yeah, that might actually be kinda nice if you have the materials on hand to make one.  We'll be in the Center later.  Got a lot of plans to make and notes to review...just don't put any Chesto Berries in it. I'd rather not be up all night."