[Game Thread] Pokerole: Mount Coronet Mystery

[Spiritmon]

"To you maybe. But I don't like be used to Legendary or people. If they are so powerful, why should we be involved? I don't know about you too, but I already have other things to be worry about. I just accepted their quest with the reward of find the answers I looking for. But I don't trust them. Legendary Pokemon in general, just think of themselves as selfish beings, caring little to human or Pokemon life."

"Oh, and about not be worship? Tell that to Tsukinami members who worship Aotios and Mutios. Or Sinnohsians who worship Arceus. I suppose you gonna find quite a answer."

"But I suppose you right. They never asked to be worship. But then again, I not asked to lost a arm or part of my body….and much more. Or asked to accept that quest. That bring to us to have this conversation right?" Kogeki said those words without emotion, almost like he knows very well what he have lost.

Kogeki stand up, holding the new mask. "You three don't mind, I will put this mask in my room. I prefer not show my real face in public. It will just take a minute. Again, thanks for the mask Randolph. And thank you for the conversation and your insight Kee."

Then he go to his room, without the presence of any people close. He takes off the white scarf he had used to wrap his face, and put Rans mask.

How exactly is looks like the new mask @Dragonstrike?

[Dragonstrike]

Then he go to his room, without the presence of any people close. He takes off the white scarf he had used to wrap his face, and put Rans mask.

How exactly is looks like the new mask Dragonstrike?

Up to you and @Lord Windos to describe any exact details that I don't.  The crafting roll for it had 3 successes, so it's simple and possibly a little crude, but it'll get the job done.  There's some holes in the side for looping fabric or some other material through so it's wearable, and some padding on the inside to keep the face from directly touching the metal (touching metal for long periods of time in extreme temperatures could be uncomfortable and harmful).

[Dragonstrike]

I'd say this happens just after she recalls Mightyena, "Just had someone pull an awful prank... I'll be fine, though."
[/spoiler]

Lucas frowns for a moment, but he backs off.  "Well, if you're sure you'll be okay, I'll stay out of it for now.  Don't hesitate to ask if you need some help though, alright?  I'd be more than happy to assist if I can."

[Dragonstrike]

With Amethyst(Might as well do that reaction now)!

Ran would let out a heavy *Sigh* at her non-answer, and his stare turns a bit more weary and admonishing, like a teacher catching a student doing something bad but not being surprised by it.

"I need a yes or no answer, Amethyst. If you're going to end up sometimes or completely disregarding me on the rules,  I'd rather you'd just straight up told me so I can plan for and around that, instead of being blindsided or being left vulnerable if you dropping everything and leaving me and the group behind to take care things all by yourself is going to be the norm. After all, you do realize it ain't just yourself you're putting in danger by being a lone ranger, or that doing so could end up causing disaster for yourself and everyone instead of preventing it, don't ya?"

Amethyst shrugs, then starts staring out of a window instead of looking at her new trainer.  If Randolph looks out of it as well, he can see the wind's starting to pick up a little again.  It doesn't look nearly as strong as the snowstorm the Mega Abomasnow were able to conjure, but it certainly looks cold out there.

[Dragonstrike]

Fuuuuu, the opening that Ran made it to approach the icy Gym Leader before he himself could do causes Kee to halt for a moment and give Candice a faintly suprised gaze. More to himself than to her he mumbles "So he managed it to preempt me? Oh Ran, how clever and sly of you....~~ The market's indeed saturated at the moment, hmpf."

Now to Candice! Ah, his attempt to sweet-talk her into parting with that Item was in vain, but that doesn't seem to bother him as he continues just as calm-courteous. "*cough* Sorry to keep ya waiting. None of these googles available at your noble Gym? That's fine. I'll pay that Trade a visit then right away, good advice!~"

Onward to a more fun topic: Berries!!~ ヽ(・∀・)ﾉ "Ohhh, you share that liking of mine for those kind of Berries most people including Trainers either are indifferent 'bout, see lil' use or plain overlook?~ How adorable, now we're talking! ~☆ Let's seeeeeeee... *very wide smile* Two different species for that cute icy shrew and that nice Grip Glaw, how's that?~~ Oh no, ya don't have to worry, I'll use them to grow more instead of outright use 'em up. They'll be in good hands!"

Prefered Berries Kee will accept

- Petaya. It raises Special in a pinch. I couldn't find out by how much though. 
- Custap. Lets the holder move first just once in a pinch.

For simplicity's sake, you can assume that Kee'll stop by that hinted Trading House then (after having asked for direction from Candice and having gave her thanks and goodbyes) to find someone willing to part for an exemplar of Safety Googles there for that icy Sandslash, he'll attempt to charm then into the trade as well if they hesitate and throw in as a bonus, I dunno, that they may pet Octavia if they like. "'Cuz ya don't see a pretty blue Sylveon everyday, dontcha?~"

Petaya and other pinch berries typically increase their corresponding stat by 1 when they activate.

Candice is definitely willing to do that trade for those two berries.  "Definitely grow some more of those berries.  That'll make Candice happy. Thanks for the trade!"

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At the Trade House, Kee finds a few people hanging around.  Some of them are here partially because they're taking shelter from the suddenly stronger wind.  Some of them are there to trade, though.

Rolling 3 random trades.  Rarity and difficulty of negotiations will both be rolled.


Trade 1
R: (5) Rare!
D: (2) Easy!
Ace Trainer Donna is trading Safety Goggles to those who are taking shelter from the developing snowstorm.  Conveniently, she has 5 pairs left.

Trade 2
R: (3) Uncommon
D: (4) Moderate
Youngster Chris is trying to trade a Wingull and TMs for Aerial Ace and Rain Dance, but nobody seems to be taking the deal so far.

Trade 3
R: (6) Super rare!
D: (2) Also Easy!
Pokemon Breeder Missy from Alola has a pokemon to trade!  A Salazzle is standing next to her, glaring at almost everyone in the room.

Looks like Kee's gotten lucky!  Kee can do as many of these trades as he'd like, as well as negotiate terms for each one.  (Not all of these are from his wish list, I should mention)

[Mikaruge108]

Spoiler

I'd say this happens just after she recalls Mightyena, "Just had someone pull an awful prank... I'll be fine, though."

Lucas frowns for a moment, but he backs off.  "Well, if you're sure you'll be okay, I'll stay out of it for now.  Don't hesitate to ask if you need some help though, alright?  I'd be more than happy to assist if I can."

Karen stares blankly for a couple seconds, "Huhn? For some weird reason I just felt like I spaced out for a month."
In response to Lucas, "Yeah, I'll be sure to let you know."

[PhantomUnderYourDesk]

Petaya and other pinch berries typically increase their corresponding stat by 1 when they activate.

Candice is definitely willing to do that trade for those two berries.  "Definitely grow some more of those berries.  That'll make Candice happy.  Thanks for the trade!"

Alola Sandshrew removed, Berries added to freshly-dusted charasheet.

Thankfully accepting and packing the Berries away somewhere safe, Kee gently shakes Candice's hand before making amends to leave again. "Oh, it's a pleasure doing business with you, iciest but not coldest of all Gym Leaders!~ Now, if you excuse me, I'll get going, I'll make sure to put those Berries into good use. Until we see again, bye!~~" And off he is, with Octavia in tow and a sufficiant smile in his face. He may not have gotten those Safety Googles he's been looking for, but something different of just as much use in his view, hehehehe!

Kee hates how the wind picks up, causes him him to pick up pace as well to reach the trade house. Ohohoho, and it QUICKLY shows that it's been a lucky strike that Candice wasn't able to help him out! Octavia shakes some snowflakes from her beautiful blue fur.

Trade 1
R: (5) Rare!
D: (2) Easy!
Ace Trainer Donna is trading Safety Goggles to those who are taking shelter from the developing snowstorm.  Conveniently, she has 5 pairs left.

*charming business-mode activated right away* "Oh hello, skillfull and beautiful Ace Trainer, watcha doing here by coincidence?☆ Trading useful Held Items?~ How generous of you, and how lucky I am that I'm crossing your path on that snowy and windy day!~ *cough* Because, how do I say it at best, you've got just what I was looking to trade, which are Safety Googles! A shame that most Trainers I came across consider them niche and prefer different Items for their dear Pokemon, but that's a matter of taste and battle style. Well, either way... I've got this rare and nice Sandslash in its icy and steely regional form, interested?"

Trade 3
R: (6) Super rare!
D: (2) Also Easy!
Pokemon Breeder Missy from Alola has a pokemon to trade!  A Salazzle is standing next to her, glaring at almost everyone in the room.

Now THIS is something that nicely catches the colorful musician's attention and interest!! He makes sure not to stare at that Salazzle for too long too directly as well as keep some safety distance when when approaching Missiy, knowing that source of pheromones of a Pokemon can be quite dangerous if you're male and get too close. Octavia wants to be extra-sure, one gaze at this big black and puple lizard is enough for the Sylveon to seek some cover behind her Master.

"Hello there, and what an impressive exemplar of a Salazzle you've got there!~~ You're probably not here to trade her away, now are you?"

[Dragonstrike]

Spoiler

Trade 1
R: (5) Rare!
D: (2) Easy!
Ace Trainer Donna is trading Safety Goggles to those who are taking shelter from the developing snowstorm.  Conveniently, she has 5 pairs left.

*charming business-mode activated right away* "Oh hello, skillfull and beautiful Ace Trainer, watcha doing here by coincidence?☆ Trading useful Held Items?~ How generous of you, and how lucky I am that I'm crossing your path on that snowy and windy day!~ *cough* Because, how do I say it at best, you've got just what I was looking to trade, which are Safety Googles! A shame that most Trainers I came across consider them niche and prefer different Items for their dear Pokemon, but that's a matter of taste and battle style. Well, either way... I've got this rare and nice Sandslash in its icy and steely regional form, interested?"

Trade 3
R: (6) Super rare!
D: (2) Also Easy!
Pokemon Breeder Missy from Alola has a pokemon to trade!  A Salazzle is standing next to her, glaring at almost everyone in the room.

Now THIS is something that nicely catches the colorful musician's attention and interest!! He makes sure not to stare at that Salazzle for too long too directly as well as keep some safety distance when when approaching Missiy, knowing that source of pheromones of a Pokemon can be quite dangerous if you're male and get too close. Octavia wants to be extra-sure, one gaze at this big black and puple lizard is enough for the Sylveon to seek some cover behind her Master.

"Hello there, and what an impressive exemplar of a Salazzle you've got there!~~ You're probably not here to trade her away, now are you?"

Donna: "Just got off of a hot streak in the Battle Frontier!  Had a few spare Battle Points to burn and didn't know what to do with them all, to be honest.  So yeah, I'm trading a few items that I picked up.  I HATE how cold it is here, and how it's Hailing almost all the time.  Figured I'd do a good deed and give some of these rare items to those looking for them."

She raises her eyebrows in surprise when Kee offers an Ice type Sandslash.  "An Alolan Sandslash?  Wow, that's...okay.  Well, if they're really worth that much to you, I'll give ya all five of the Safety Goggles I've got left in exchange for that Sandslash.  Sound fair?"

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Salazzle stares Kee and Octavia down.

Missy:  "Well hey there!  Thanks for the compliment!  And you're absolutely right!  Salazzle's not the one up for trade here.  I'll give ya three guesses why she's Leering at everyone in the room, though!~"

[Spiritmon]

(Well, for the lack of reactions about Kogeki last words, I suppose the conversation over I guess)

[PhantomUnderYourDesk]

WHAT, five exemplars?! ヽ(°〇°)ﾉ That feels like a jackpot. "NownowNOW, Donna, you're sure about that? Those Safety Googles are somewhat hard to get, even if or maybe because they're niche and hardly used. What you're offering doesn't just sound 'fair', it's sounding more like 'rather generous' - though, on the other hand, that Sandslash's obediant and has some nice moves in its repertoire, sooooo...... *dramatic break* If it makes you happy, I'd be more than willing to let you have that Pokemon of ice and steel for all five Items, it'll allow me to protect several Pokemon of mine, have some stock if one exemplars break, or gift an exemplar to my travel companions if desired. .......Do we have a deal on that?~~"

Kee's not quite sure whether Donna's honestly that generous or interested in that Sandslash, or just wants to get rid of her Safety Googles; but quite honestly he doesn't care too much because he's getting more than what he wished for. Hehehehe, lucky.


Kee and his fairylike Eeveelution adamantly try to avoid that big Salazzle's stare, which is notably getting harder the longer they are in that 'Mon's presence. "Huuuummmm..... Because she wants to make damn sure that either her offsprings or members of her reverse harem end up in good hands?~ This is a trade house after all. Or rather, that's what it's saying at the entrance~~"