THE JOURNEY STARTS TODAY!!!

[goingallout]

FRIENDSHIP: Turnbloom City - Battle Park

[It's been many, many weeks ever since the day he drifted into Ultern, and Ash is finally grown accustomed to the region so far. One place he likes frequently visiting to is Battle Park, as he meets many different trainers he could have battles with in order to hone his team's skills. It's a great place for him to kill some time and have fun.

Of course, today is not a day for Pokemon Battles (although he's not about to turn down to any challenge!) as he wants to get to know his newly caught Ulternian Dunsparce better. Behind Ash are his other Pokemon who seem to be either curious or worried about the newcomer.

Ash then crouches down to Dunsparce's level and opens his arms.]

C'mon now buddy, don't be shy! All you gotta do is just say hell-AGH!

[Before Ash could even finish, Dunsparce agressively slams himself against Ash's stomach.]

HSSSSS!!! HSSSSS!!!

[All of Ash's Pokemon are now protesting against Dunsparce's behavior while their Trainer is laying down, dazed, winded and now unsure how to approach this. Come and help him?]

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OUTBREAK: Route 3 - Lake Lapis

[Ash picked up on the info that there had been a sudden massive mass outbreak of Pokemon not native to Ultern appearing in the region. According to his source, they said that these Pokemon came from the region of Paldea, a place that Ash has yet to visit. And some of these groups of Paldean Pokemon are confirmed to be sighted in Route 3. With his curiosity piqued, Ash decides to head there in hopes of finding one for himself.

Soon enough, you can find both Ash and Pikachu now hiding quietly behind a bush as they watched a flock of Flamigos hanging out by the lakeshore.]

I wonder what kind of Pokemon these guys are...?

[Ash aims his camera at the Flamigos in order for his Rotom Phone to pull up a Pokedex entry about them. But unfortunately he's not getting anything, leaving the young boy to wonder.]

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SURROUNDED: Gilterrace Town

[It's lunch time, and what he's in the mood for today is a sandwich! And of course, there's a sandwich shop in Gilterrace that he's been wanting to check out for a while.

But instead, he and Pikachu found themselves at the sidewalk surrounded by a pack of Fidoughs curiously sniffing and playing with the pair.]

Haha! Stop it, that tickles!

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WILDCARD: Wherever in OHRITORI ISLAND

[If you'd like your character to meet up with Ash in some other way, go for it! Ash is happy to strike a conversation, and he's pretty much free to do whatever he likes and go wherever he likes. Unless you're Lear and have ERRANDS for him!!]

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[ulternnpc]

[Hello Dunsparce, have another Dunsparce also just as angry show up. This Dunsparce has a cute pink ribbon on while hissing at everything, and everyone. Not too far behind is Manzana, panting and trying to catch up.]

Dunsparce! Mijita, plea-huh!?

[He's unable to hide his surprise as he rushed over to Ash's side.]

Are you alright?!

[goingallout]

[Dunsparce sensing a new presence was just about to threaten the stranger with angry hisses.

But instead he just stares.]

Hsss?

[Ash is still reeling from the pain, but he manages to get up despite that. He then starts rubbing over his sore stomach.]

Augh... I think so...

[ulternnpc]

Ssss?

[Manzana's Dunsparce stopped while giving a questioning look to the other Dunsparce. She's slithering closer and flicking out her tongue in a gesture of curiosity. While she seemed distracted, it was enough for Manzana to kneel down next to Ash. He's reaching out to place a hand on him with a look of worry.]

Does your stomach hurt? Were you bitten anywhere? You may feel fine now but if you've been bitten you should get it looked at right away.

[goingallout]

[His Dunsparce, now unsually calm, also slithers closer to Manzana's. Soon the land snake starts wiggling his body... almost like he's dancing.]

Ahaha, yeah I'm fine no worries. Just got a really good taste of Dunsparce's Headbutt.

[Ash rubs his stomach for a moment before taking Manzana's hand and getting himself back on his feet. His Pokemon, now looking at Ash, all express their relief.]

Thanks, mister.

[ulternnpc]

[Manzana's Dunsparce too is calm like her crops have been watered, and her family blessed(???). She's watching as her tongue flickers out in response.]

I'm so glad you weren't poisoned...but it must have hurt still being hit like that. Dunsparce can be aggressive, and they seem to prefer their own personal space so do be careful young man.

[Manzana couldn't help express his concern. All the while, he turned his attention over to their Dunsparces, finally noting what was going on.]

Are...are they getting along?

[goingallout]

Yeah, I've been noticing that...

[He was sure he had given Dunsparce enough personal space from the time they've been together since the Land Snake Pokemon's capture. However, Ash really wanted to get to know Dunsparce a bit more. But any attempts to make amends were met with only Dunsparce's aggressive tackles.

When Manzana took notice of their Pokemon's behavior, Ash shifts his attention as he watches his Dunsparce inching closer towards Manzana's Dunsparce, and then rubbing his head against hers.]

Oh wow, I think they are!

[Without thinking, Ash eagerly approaches the two Land Snake Pokemon as he grins at them.]

I'm so happy for you Dunsparce! You got to meet a new friend!

[ulternnpc]

I've been having trouble with my Dunsparce as well. For start I had no idea mine was a...

[He trailed over to see Dunsparce rubbing his head against his Dunsparce who was more than happy to return the gesture. A, when two landsnake love each other a wholesome sight to behold.

Although when Ash came close, Manzana's Dunsparce sent a sharp glare in Ash's direction.]

SSS!

A-ah! Chiquita! It's okay, it's okay! He doesn't mean any harm!

[Manzana waved both of his hands which had his Dunsparce move her gaze away from Ash to Manzana. The glare is present, and she's clearly rumbling in anger but remained in place. W...was it safe? Manzana sent a glance over Ash's direction.]

Why don't we give them a little bit of a space?

[goingallout]

[Ash's Dunsparce too reacted with a loud hiss at his way, which made Ash immediately freeze in his tracks. And when he hears Manzana's suggestion, Ash visibly pouts at the two Land Snakes before moving away and sighing.]

Aah, I wish I knew how to get my Dunsparce to open up. I really want the two of us to get along.

[ulternnpc]

[Manzana cups is chin in thought for a brief moment. What was a good way to have a Pokemon warm up to someone? As far as he knew Dunsparce here were vastly different from the ones in Paldea, who were all quick to run when spotting a person. He closed his eyes making a "hmm" thought with his mind still back on his home region, thinking back to his time as student.]

...of course! Why hadn't I thought of it before? Here!

[Manzana will dig into his bag before producing a neatly wrapped sandwich to Ash.]

Have you considered going out and having a picnic with your Pokemon? A nice meal together always helps bring a Pokemon closer to you.