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farawayplace2022-10-18 12:13 pm
snakewithacape) wrote in farawayplace2022-10-18 12:13 pm
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Intro Post
Edge of Turnbloom City
[A Seviper wearing a number of things hovers at the edge of Turnbloom City. It has a red and orange cape on, is wearing a carry bag, and an amulet is tied around its neck. The Seviper makes no attempt to enter the city, opting only to stare into it, shifting its focus from one thing to another.
And then it catches sight of you approaching, tensing up a little. Unfortunately, if a human happens to approach him, he'll start backing away.]
Shrouded Woods, closed to Non-Humans
[The Seviper doesn't stay there forever. He eventually retreats into the neighboring forest, opting to try and hide from human civilization. Whatever you're doing in the forest, A Seviper enters your view. He quickly notices you, too, and courteously bows down to you, speaking in the language only Pokemon can understand, as all Pokemon can.]
I greet you. It sure is a beautiful day, is it not?
[A Seviper wearing a number of things hovers at the edge of Turnbloom City. It has a red and orange cape on, is wearing a carry bag, and an amulet is tied around its neck. The Seviper makes no attempt to enter the city, opting only to stare into it, shifting its focus from one thing to another.
And then it catches sight of you approaching, tensing up a little. Unfortunately, if a human happens to approach him, he'll start backing away.]
Shrouded Woods, closed to Non-Humans
[The Seviper doesn't stay there forever. He eventually retreats into the neighboring forest, opting to try and hide from human civilization. Whatever you're doing in the forest, A Seviper enters your view. He quickly notices you, too, and courteously bows down to you, speaking in the language only Pokemon can understand, as all Pokemon can.]
I greet you. It sure is a beautiful day, is it not?
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I'm sorry to hear that you've gotten caught up in all of that. Fun adventuring is fine, but when the lives of everyone being on the line can be nerve wracking, if I may.
[Kebi goes to finish the last of his berry as well until he's suddenly petted and whyyyyyyy. He flinches away from the petting and gives Ash a look that says 'please don't demean me like that'. Well, he's trying to hide that as giving a look like that to someone would be rude.]
Er, apologies, but may I ask you to tell Ash not to pet me like that...? I'm afraid it makes me uncomfortable..
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You do have a point...
[Fortunately Pikachu didn't need to tell Ash, as the moment he sees Kebi flinch in response, it surprises him and immediately pulls his hand back.]
Ah, sorry... I didn't mean to make you feel on edge.
[He frowns. It's a little upsetting to know that the Seviper didn't like to be petted. Maybe it's because he's still a stranger to him? But for know, it looks like that is a no-go.
Pikachu looks at Kebi reassuringly.]
He understands, don't worry! It's just his way of wanting to make friends with Pokemon, you see.
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[Kebi glances at Ash, then at the city. Hmm...]
May I ask a favor? Is there some way to act as if Ash has captured me even though I'm not? It would help me explore the city more comfortably.
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I'll lead the way! Just stay next to me and Ash will figure out that you just want to tag along.
[He then jumps away from Ash's shoulder and starts looking at his trainer expectantly.]
Oh right! We better get moving and grab some supplies. We'll be going ahead then, Seviper!
[And so both Ash and Pikachu start walking. Pikachu then nods at Kebi, as it's his cue to come along with them.]
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I thank you.
[Kebi slithers close beside Ash, but not too close. He wants to give off the impression that he's a captured Pokemon, not clingy.]
It's... nice to see a human trainer not really jumping at the chance to catch wild Pokemon.
[Kebi knows that while it is possible that Ash is leading him into a false sense of security, it's unlikely. He's trying not to be paranoid, forcing himself to take a risk like this.]
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Oh, you're coming along with us? [Then he looks at his partner.] Isn't that nice, Pikachu? I guess you two became pretty fast friends! Hehe!
See? He thinks we're friends now.
[And Pikachu smiles at Kebi reassuringly.]
Ash is very considerate towards how we Pokemon feel. Or at least he tries to!
We made friends with a lot of wild Pokemon along the way, but most of the time he would only catch Pokemon when they express their wish to join him. So he always leaves them with a choice. It sounds strange for a human trainer, I know.
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My guildmates and I all believe humans noticing us and where we set up camp would negatively interfere with our affairs, so we try to do our best to avoid them, if possible.
I am appreciative for how empathetic Ash is, though. If this keeps up, I believe he may become my first human friend!
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[Though what the snake said got Pikachu to look at Kebi curiously.]
Guildmates? What's that?
[Meanwhile Ash remains oblivious to what the two are talking about (although he does wish he could understand them) and continues to walk alongside them. Already they have passed by the city's entrance and ahead of them are streets lined with various tall buildings decorated with colorful flower-shaped pinwheels spinning due to the coastal breeze.
And as they walked, the people don't seem to be bothered by the sight of Seviper tagging along the young boy and his Pikachu. One of them even happily greeted the trio as they passed by.]
Ulsai!
[Ash waves back before continuing on his way.]
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Ah, I'm currently an explorer in a Pokémon Guild. Wild Pokémon work together, and the guildmasters often direct groups, though I only know of two. Lamont, a Smeargle, in Ilaan, and Yancy, an Oshawott, in Hoenn. They're the ones that usually provide the missions and tasks we are to partake in. As I've said, we explore various things, but we've also been directed to help others.
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Wow, so it's like going around with your friends and help Pokemon along the way, right? That sounds cool!
[It's then Ash suddenly speaks up to Kebi after looking at the serpentine Pokemon in thought.]
By the way, we're heading to the market to get some stuff for the road. [Ash points to the large building with shop stalls at the front.] What about you? Is there someplace you wanted to go? You've been following us for a while, so I'm just wondering...
He's asking where you're heading to.
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[As for the matter of where he wants to go...]
I'm afraid I don't really have a specific location in mind. I'm more than willing to just explore. You know, try to map things out, if I may.
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I see! Then I hope you don't mind coming with us to go shopping!
We're going shopping!
[Ash continues walking until they arrive at Turnbloom Market. Inside, there's an assortment of shops lined up in rows ranging from food to textiles to pottery and even some local souvenirs. While it's not too crowded at this time of hour, there are many shoppers that can be seeing passing by and browsing around. Some of them even have a Pokemon or two walking alongside them. And the same goes with the vendors too, with some of the shops having a Pokemon being the one at the front and calling in potential customers to buy their goods.
After some looking around, Ash spots a shop that he needed to go.]
Okay, this is the place!
[At the storefront is a wide assortment of snacks, most of them sundried berries and local delicacies such as Turnbloom Crepes. An elderly woman and her Meowth greets them all before talking to Ash on what he'll be getting for the trip.
While both the trainer and his partner seem focused on shopping, Kebi is free to explore around the market if he pleases. Or he can stick around with Ash for a bit longer too!]