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A Faraway Place is a Pokemon Dressing Room, taking place in the fictional region of Ultern where characters get drifted into this strange isolated region disconnected from the rest of the world. How your character will fare in this brand new world is all up to you. Create new adventures, meet new people, and see new Pokemon while under the bright tropical sun of Ultern!

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kenfrompokemon

A. HEAT WAVE

It's a hot day in Ultern. The kind of day where you just can't muster the energy for anything. The kind of day where you feel like you could fry an egg on a car hood. On the radio, the usual DJ's voice reminds you to drink plenty of water, wear a hat and use sun screen, and to make sure your Pokemon are protected from the heat as well.

How are you spending a day like this? Eating ice cream or shaved ice? Resting in the shade? Taking advantage of the Pokemon Center's cooling system? Are you the type who trains outside no matter the weather? Or are you one of those poor souls who have to work outside in the blazing sun?

B. NATURE POWER

On another day, there's a sudden rainstorm. Water droplets attack the roofs in a loud barrage, wind howls, and you can hear the distant roars of thunder. It was hot just earlier, what happened? On this day, even the local radio station broadcasts nothing but static.

What are you doing on this stormy day? Caught by surprise while travelling? Staying inside and shutting all windows tightly? Listening to the rain with a cup of hot chocolate, or going out to enjoy the blasts of rain and wind on your skin? Taking shelter in the Pokemon Center, or knocking on the door of the closest house you can find to escape the rain? Exploring caves? Helping wild Pokemon deal with the weather?

Or maybe something completely different?

ulternnpc

Today in Ultern the delicious smell of Petal Cookies may waft throughout! It looks like there's someone out there already practicing for the upcoming Harvesting Bonds Festival by baking a lot of cookies. Like, a lot! So much so they've set up advertising free cookies for all in a variety of colors, flavors and shapes too!

Why not go ahead and take a few? It looks like there's plenty of Ulternians and Drifters alike already enjoying some without any signs of adverse effects anyway-

Haha just kidding! Once again apologies to any Domeists in the area.

THE COOKIES
1. SPICY
Telling lies?
Whatever you meant to say, it's not coming out! In fact only lies keep piling up! Gosh dang it, why can't you spit out the truth!?

2. DRY
Uncontrollable Impulsive Action
You're just compelled to act out any thought you've got going on in that head of yours! Uh-oh!

3. BITTER
Fortunes have turned
Do you generally have good luck? Well T-O-O BAD! You're in for the worst luck today, and it's the reverse if your luck is generally bad. Have some great fortune!

4. SWEET
Turn into a Pokemon
Won't it be neat to become a Pokemon? Well now you are. Are you already a Pokemon? Well enjoy being human!

5. SOUR
Personality Change
Either your personality went up a notch by like... a 100, or it's completely swapped! Either way it might be a bit unpleasant to be around you for the folks and Pokemon nearby...

6. SALTY
Wild Card Option
Any other ideas and prompts go here!!! Go nuts!

🌺(OOC: When replying to a thread feel free to RNG or choose one of the prompts below!

Of course, the person being replied to should also partake in any of the cookies for added fun!
Feel free to enjoy more than one type of cookies! All the effects of the cookies can be combined, you know. For fun!

Enjoy!)🌺

ulternnpc

In the coastal city of Turnbloom yet again, the sun is bright and warm--but of course it's not the only place. All over Ultern everyone is enjoying the summer weather. Little by little, Ulternians and long-time Drifters alike have started to put out summer decorations throughout the start of August, which replaced the ones from Tanabata (if any had been left out to begin with).

There's a distinct sound of waves, and bustling of people nearby. Followed with the cool gentle breeze that carried the salty scent of the sea. Things seem to be at peace, as usual--or is it?

After all, there were always new Drifters popping in. Maybe today there just might be some new faces wandering through looking confused. Now's the time to step up and lend a helping hand. Icharibachoude, we're all brothers, as they say in Ultern!

Or heck, just feel free to enjoy the fun festivities filled with food and music.

That is, if you can--as behind the walls of houses in Ultern that day the familiar friendly faces all wake up with a surprise no one's expecting.

(🌺Ulsai! Happy anniversary everyone, and thank you so much for a whole year of time in Ultern! Please note NPCs will be popping up here and there! But for some reason they’re all different…? For any comments, concerns and questions head on over to the OOC post! Plot with your fellow players there as well!🌺)

kenfrompokemon

[If you're listening to the radio today, there's a special announcement in the middle of the afternoon, after Ken's usual program has ended.]

-We interrupt this program for some special news! In Ohritori Island, a large swarm of Cutiefly have appeared in Route 2, near the Berry Farm! It seems they've drifted in from Alola. We ask any trainers to help with managing the swarm. A Cutiefly's natural habitat is in the Wildflower Cape, in Route 4, so we'd appreciate the help in relocating them there! So if you catch a lot of Cutiefly, please release them in Route 4 instead of anywhere else! I'd love to be there and do that myself, but I'm all the way at Chura Islands...

[Ken goes on to describe Cutiefly, it's habits and habitats. But maybe you're not listening to the radio, and doing something else instead?]

[[ooc: This is a mingle post, so I probably won't be replying much myself! If you've got anything you've been thinking about having your characters doing, but don't want to make a whole post about it, this is for you! Or you can go play around with Cutiefly. Maybe you'll encounter a shiny? The chances of meeting them are higher during swarms after all!]]

ulternnpc

Those from the four regions of Kanto, Johto, Hoenn and Sinnoh will be very familiar with the sight of bamboo stalks that are left outside decorated with colorful and sparkly paper decorations. There are people gathering around, helping one another put up paper amulet of varying colors to tie around the bamboo branches. On each amulet is a single wish that’s been handwritten by someone.

One can only hope that their wish will be heard…

At night, there’s a surprise to be found: an alternate colored Jirachi is out dressed in what’s clearly a handmade costume. Around its neck, is a colorful paper chain made of sparkly origami paper.

Not only has Jirachi come to grant wishes, Miniors are out and about bright and colorful. They’ll be dancing around seemingly trying to invite people to come join them in the festivities.

((OOC: Happy Tanabata! In the morning is a general mingle post. But as the evening sets in and Jirachi appears, it will start granting the wish written on your amulet whether big or small -- wealth, a long life, or maybe a way to return home. You're free to catch Miniors too, and there's a slightly better chance of encountering a shiny one as well. Just be careful of the ones still in their shell or you might just get a rather explosive surprise...

This event can take place at any town, so feel free to specify a location!))

churanger

Whichever Pokemon Center you’ve visited, you may come across a particular flyer at the bulletin board. At the front of the flyer is decorated with various Pokemon, a couple of which aren’t seen in Ohritori Island. The wordings of course, are in its Ulternian script, but luckily there’s a translation of it just below the text.

— LIMITED TIME OFFER —
SWAYING HAVEN SUMMER CAMP

SEE THE GREAT POKEMON PARADISE OF ULTERN IN CHURA ISLAND

FREE ADMISSION

For inquiries or sign-ups, just ask the Pokemon Center’s attendant to help you out.

It seems like the camping event is going to take place on an island further from where you currently are. Upon inquiry, you’ve been told that the travel fees are covered and the only thing you’re advised is to bring a tent or sleeping bag, an extra set of clothes, and your own food. The camp itself lasts for three days, making the rainforest trip seemingly worthwhile. With your interest piqued, you’ve set forth towards Chura Island.

After taking the ferry to Port Opportune, a Pokemon Ranger (introducing herself as Willy) guides you and the rest of the group as you pass through Crabrawler Coast and Adanook Town, then took the bright yellow-roped trail upon entering the forest until finally… you reach the campsite. A large wooden arch greets you and the visitors with large words etched on the signboard affixed to it.

Welcome to Lakeside Camp

((ooc: Introducing Swaying Haven, the largest rainforest in all of Ultern! You can create a starter thread underneath each day. Of course, your character is free to leave camp and explore the rest of Chura Island on their own if they like! Enjoy your stay!))

ulternnpc

[OPEN TO ALL - Location: Everywhere, Ohritori]
[It's quiet at night, but not dead silent. In the streets of towns, there's still sounds of people, families gathered at home enjoying time together. Or Nocturnal Pokemon who'd skitter about, and communicating amongst one another.

There's a lone Parasol Lady walking down the nightly path--her parasol in one hand, and her phone in another. She's clearly panicked and will immediately stop anyone who's nearby.]

Did you see just now!? Up in the sky?! I saw it! I really did!

[Just what was she going on about?]

[In fact, if one were to go online that night many people of Ultern seemed to be buzzed with something up in the sky--]

[PIPPI POST]
xXxBL4ZExXx @(ulterniantraveler)
Did anyone see this up in the sky just now?

[Attached is a blurry photo of something flying in the sky. A blue fish? It was hard to tell, really.]

How kewl is that?! If anyone knows what Pokemon it is tell me!!!!!!! I wanna catch it!!!

[Turnbloom + Gilterrace]
[Manzana, one of the flowershop keeper is out with his Marine pattern Vivillon not too far. There's a worried look on his face, as he seems to be searching for something. He'll soon approach anyone that's near by.]

Excuse me? I'm looking for a friend of mine...have you happen to see him? He's this tall, muscular, blonde...

(Happy May everyone! Feel free to pester any of the NPCs here, or mingle amongst yourselves, speculate about the strange sighting etc!)

ulternnpc

The reverse of that.

*image vaguely related

Silly white lies? No, none of that will be coming out of anyone's mouths today. Instead, anyone you meet and talk to you be shocked to realize you're incapable of lying. Staying silent may be an option--or is it? For whatever reason, it's really hard to keep your words in today.

You just might be spouting the first thing that comes out of your mind!

What another, peaceful day in Ultern it is!

...what do you mean that it's not? Well, things have been mostly peaceful for a while anyway. Some chaos is always in order! (Apologies to any Domeists in our midst).

(🌺You thought there'd be no April Fools event?! Surprise! It's true, this is reverse-April Fools. Please enjoy, and don't forget about the OOC plotting post!🌺)

ulternprofessor

[Over at the Banyan Research Lab it's not hard to notice Professor Banyan right outside. His lab coat is left by front porch with his Ulternian Pikachu having taken over it during its nap time, as he's tending to his front yard. He can be heard humming a song while working away.

For anyone passing by he'll be more than happy to have a chat.

Otherwise aside from gardening, the Professor will be seen nearby the shores intensely studying nearby Pokemon on the beach. He's got a notepad in hand to occasionally jot down his observations.]

(🌺Come have a chat with the local Professor! Also for those who are interested he's more than happy to hand out one of the Ulternian Starter Pokemon as well!🌺)

ulternnpc

Anywhere, and everywhere within Ultern a Wild Manaphy appears! It seems to be in a great mood too. So great in fact that it can be heard giggling as it’s passing by that it’s hard for anyone to miss.

Walking across a Manaphy on its own is a rare occasion but aside from that, things are getting weird! People and Pokemon alike are suddenly finding themselves having swapped places, or witnessing those in utter confusion having been hit by Manaphy’s signature move: Heart Swap.

"Mana, manaaa!"

Manaphy’s giggle continues to be heard loud and clear for all! This little mischievous mythical Pokemon was clearly having the best time of it's life at that very moment.

(💖Happy Valentine’s everyone! Please enjoy this short in game 1 day event! Feel free to either having swapped bodies with someone/a pokemon or witness the chaos that’s unfolded because of Manaphy!💖)

ulternnpc

No matter in the fire, water, through grass or the forest--eating is essential! Even in the sunny and peaceful island region of Ultern people are out and about getting ready for today's meal. Now, what's on the menu for today?

( Kuwacchi Sabitan! )

gold_drum

It's a nice, crisp autumn day... Until a sudden storm strikes, leaving everyone rushing to look for cover. You find yourself in a cave, under an awning, under a tree... Anywhere where you might be safe from the rain. And it looks like somebody else has taken cover in the exact same place as you! You might as well introduce yourself, since it seems like you'll be sharing the same space for a while.

But be careful, it seems the rain might've gotten the Dunsparces out of hiding...

(OOC: This is a mingle post! I won't be responding to everybody, so talk among each other! Maybe take this opportunity to thread with a character you haven't talked to before? You can set the thread anywhere you want on Ohritori Island! And if you want to thread with Gold, he'll be both here and the Halloween event later!)

(edit: oops, posted this before I meant to :P)

ulternnpc

There's a distinct sound of waves, and bustling of people nearby.

In the coastal city of Turnbloom the sun is bright and warm, and the scent of the sea wafts through with the cool gentle breeze that makes the glittering pinwheels spin, and the leaves on the palm tree dance.

Today the streets are extra decorated with these cute, colorful and floral shaped pinwheels. It seemed the people who were out in the streets were dressed in colorful summer attire--either casual, or the more traditional yukata. It seemed like with the booths were set out for both food and games for festival of some kind that was currently underway.

Just how did you get here, and why? A mystery, and it seemed the people in the streets didn't seem to notice anything out of the ordinary as they go about enjoying their time out on this bright sunny day.

(🌺Please don't forget to check out the OOC post for those who haven't yet!🌺)

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Petal Cookie Meme

In midst of a Summer Festival, yet again!

Mingle Post

[MINI EVENT] ☆T A N A B A T A☆

let's gather 'round the campfire

Oh?

You heard of April Fools, get ready for-

Spring is around the corner-

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Mingle Post

Suddenly in the midst of a Summer Festival--