*Updated* Rules and Game Mechanics Page:
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Previous Threads:

1
http://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/qstarchive/4109135/

2
http://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/qstarchive/4151675/

3
http://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/qstarchive/4194089/

4
http://suptg.thisisnotatrueending.com/qstarchive/4241480/

Announcement:

Hello everyone. I just wanted to give a quick update on what’s going on with me and this quest. After getting a few things organized, I have finally put together a schedule which will allow me to return home from work and update from my laptop on a more consistent basis. As some of you may know, my phone was swept up in a range ban that lasted for over a month, far longer than I had expected. Now that I have a few of my IRL affairs in order, I am no longer completely reliant on mobile posting to get updates out. Things will run as they always have but in the event that something like this happens again, the show will go on without any week or month long breaks. While I don’t have an “emergency schedule” planned out, the weekends along with Wednesday evening will be guaranteed at the very least. With that said, I hope this is the last time that uncontrollable circumstances get in the way of the quest’s progression and that we can all enjoy ourselves without any more technical issues. I will note however, that I will be having a Father’s Day dinner, so the first few updates will be delayed for a few hours.

“Are you sure about this?” Questions Jordan as she leans back on the front desk.

“Give me a good reason why you think I should turn back now.”You ask, giving a quick glance at the doors just down the hall. After entering the Gym, Vernon had disappeared behind a large set of double doors, leaving you and your “rivals” at the receptionist desk.

“You’ve been at this for less than a month and you’re about to face a Gym Leader who’s infamous for being one of the hardest to beat.” Comes Jordan’s response..

“Rookie or not, I’m not leaving this city until I get a badge.”

“Badge?” Repeats Jordan in confusion.

“What did you think he came here for, a quick training session and an autograph?” Lyle cuts in sarcastically.

Ignoring Lyle’s remark, Jordan lets out a sigh and lays an elbow on the desk. “Do you even have a Trainer Card?”

You rummage through your pockets and take out your license, holding it out in front of you. “I’ve got it right here.”

Jordan’s expression is at first one of disbelief, but it shifts to one of amusement. “You really are the master of last minute surprises, huh?”

“It’s what I do best.” You reply as Jordan takes the card from your hand and steps behind the desk.

“Well, if you’re going in there, you’re gonna need a plan.” States Lyle with a serious tone. “You’ve heard a thing or two about this Gym right?”

“Well, you told me about the “stage hazards” earlier, that still seems pretty unfair.”

“Some Gym Leaders take the concept of home field advantage pretty seriously,” Says Lyle as he takes over Jordan’s former perch. “People like Vernon just take everything seriously. He and his team are ready for anything at any level.”

“I saw one of his battles a few days ago. I have a good idea of what I’m in for.”

“Well if there’s anything you need to know, now’s the time to ask.” Offers Lyle.


>Ask Lyle a question

>Ask Jordan a question

>Work with what you know

>Write in

>>4315991
>Work with what you know

>>4315991
>Ask Lyle a question

>>4315979
Gonna make a suggestion, I recommend checking out https://fiction.live it's like /qst/ but better, it has more options for QMs and a chat for your quest

>>4316019
Get that shit out of here, that's pure cancer. You are what is killing /qst/

>>4315991
>Work with what you know

>>4316019
I was tempted to look at some alternatives during my time off but I knew the transition from something as simple as /qst/ to a new system and platform would delay things further. Though I'm not completely opposed to the idea, I'd only consider taking this quest elsewhere as a last resort.

>>4315991
>Ask Lyle a question
Let’s learn as much as we can. We’re probably under leveled for this anyway.

>>4315991
>Work with what you know

>>4316038
Fair enough

>>4316021
Go kys fagget

>>4316105
Go kys fagget

>>4315998
>>4316021
>>4316097
Writing.

>>4316278
>Work with what you know

“I already have things figured out,” You decline. “There’s no point in scrambling to find new strategies now.”

“Yeah, I guess so.” Lyle replies. “Second guessing yourself now might not be the way to go. Just be sure to stay on your toes.”

“You’re in, for better or worse.” Interrupts Jordan as she hands your card back to you.

“You sound like you’re worried about him.” Teases Lyle.

“He has a Honedge and a Ralts.”

“Ooo!” Exclaims Lyle, cringing. “I can already see the look on Vernon’s face. He’s gonna come at you ten times harder for that, and he’s already in a bad mood!”

“Well then let’s see just how hard he can get.” You reply, making your way to the doors.

Lyle fails to suppress a small chuckle and follows you along with Jordan into the battle arena. The field looks just like it did in the video Shane sent you and Vernon stands on the other side of the room, looking even more intense than he did in the recording. As Lyle heads to the stands on the sidelines, Jordan takes her place in the referee box. After receiving a nod from her brother, Jordan begins with the proceedings.

“This battle will be an official match between the Nucite Gym Leader Vernon and the Challenger Walter Graff. Both the Gym Leader and the Challenger will battle until three of their Pokémon have be declared unable to battle.” As Jordan continues, two scoreboards emerge from the ceiling, displaying three lit up Poké Balls beside both of your faces. “In addition, only the Challenger will be allowed to make substitutions.” Jordan then looks from one side of the field to the other. “Are the both of you prepared to battle?”

“Yes.” Both you and Vernon reply, taking a single Poké Ball from your belts.

“Then let the battle begin!” Concludes Jordan raising two flags.


>Send out Armo

>Send out Monsoon

>Send out Sephira

>Send out Remise

>Send out Asher

>>4316338
>Send out Monsoon

>>4316338
>>Send out Remise

>>4316338
>Send out Monsoon

>>4316338
>>Send out Monsoon

>>4316369
>>4316494
>>4316559
Writing.

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>>4316573
>Send out Monsoon

“This is the big one Monsoon, give it your best shot!” You say, releasing your favorite water fowl from his ball. Upon seeing the grin Gym Leader from across the field, Monsoon jumps back and gives you a look of uncertainty. In response you give him a confident thumbs up, prompting Monsoon to puff out his chest and let out a mighty call that would make all Duckletts proud.

“Go, Koffing!” Orders Vernon simply as he stares down your Pokémon with an analytical gaze. He then looks to you and speaks. “As the Challenger, you may have the first move. Use it well.” As Vernon waits, his Koffing expels a small cloud of toxic gas in anticipation.


>Attack (Water Gun/ Wing Attack)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Defog/ Water Sport/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4316593
>Other
>Fly up high and use Water Gun

>>4316593
>>Attack Water Gun

>>4316621
Support

Rolled 32 (1d100)

>>4316621
>>4316635
>>4316915
Koffing

>Block and Toxic Spikes

DC(s)-

Block: 58

>>4317445
>Fly and Use Water Gun
VS.
>Block and Toxic Spikes

Rolled: N/A
Result(s): Success

“Fly as high as you can and hit Koffing from above with Water Gun.” You instruct Monsoon.

With another honk, the hyped up duckling beats his small wings and takes to the skies. Once he is high above the field, Monsoon launches a concentrated stream of water directly at Koffing.

“Stand your ground and use Toxic Spikes.” Orders Vernon

In response, Koffing inflates itself slightly and faces Monsoon’s attack head on, taking minimal damage despite being pushed back by the blast. The poisonous sphere then expands and launches dozens of glowing purple spikes all over the field, briefly giving the ground a dark purple hue before the effect slowly fades. Due to Monsoon’s elevation, he has nothing to fear from this attack, but you know that this will certainly cause problems in the future.


>Attack (Water Gun/ Wing Attack)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Defog/ Water Sport/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4317473
>Attack (Water Gun)
Special attacks are the way against koffing.

>>4317473
>Attack (Water Gun

>>4317473
>Other (Defog)

>>4317473
>Attack (Water Gun)

>>4317494
>>4317497
>>4317657
Koffing

>Smog

DC(s)-

Hit: 30
Inflict Poison: 60

Rolled 52, 45 = 97 (2d100)

>>4317672
Forgot to roll.

>>4317674
>Use Water Gun
VS.
>Smog

Rolled: Irrelevant
Result(s): Success

“Keep it up!” You call out to Monsoon.

Once again, Monsoon propels a strong jet of water at his noxious opponent, scoring a direct hit. Despite this, Koffing seems to largely unaffected by Monsoon’s efforts.

“Counter with Smog.” Vernon retorts.

After shaking off Monsoon’s attack, Koffing expels a thick cloud of gas from his mouth at the duckling’s stationary form. The cloud quickly surrounds Monsoon, causing him to cough and hack as he frantically attempts to get away from the dangerous fumes. As Monsoon emerges from the cloud, it becomes obvious to everyone in the room that he won’t last long in a sustained back and forth with Koffing.


>Attack (Water Gun/ Wing Attack)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Defog/ Water Sport/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4317692
>Other
Use Defog to cancel out Koffing’s Smog attack then use Water Gun

>>4317776
+1

>>4317776
Support

>>4317776
>>4317835
>>4317847
Writing.

>>4317966
>Use Defog then Water Gun
VS.
>Smog

Rolled: Irrelevant
Result(s): Success

As Monsoon remains in the air awaiting your instructions, you simply look between your Pokémon and Vernon’s as if confused as to what to do next. Mistaking your ruse for uncertainty, Vernon orders Koffing to send another wave of poisonous gas at Monsoon. Just before the attack can smother Monsoon once more however, you intervene.

“Monsoon. use Defog to blow away the cloud and follow up with Water Gun!” You call to the distressed duckling.

At the last second, Monsoon flaps his tiny wings vigorously, creating a large gust of wind that causes Koffing’s noxious attack to dissipate mere inches away from him. As Koffing’s eyes widen with shock, another strong blast of water cuts through the wind and nails the poisonous sphere in the face for a third time. As Koffing recovers from this unexpected turn of events and rises once more, Vernon’s expression remains as stoic as always.


>Attack (Water Gun/ Wing Attack)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Defog/ Water Sport/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4317981
>Attack (Wing Attack)

>>4317981
>Attack (Water Gun)

>>4317986
Support

>>4317986
Support

Rolled 74, 79, 89 = 242 (3d100)

>>4317986
>>4318064
>>4318652
It’s time for a clash! As per the new rules, I will now roll 3d100 and three players will roll 1d100 to oppose my results.

Neither side will receive a bonus for this clash.

Rolled 94 (1d100)

>>4318774

Rolled 13 (1d100)

>>4318774

Rolled 75 (1d100)

>>4318774

>>4318801
Nice roll. Writing.

>>4318846
>Attack (Wing Attack)

Rolled: 94
Result(s): Success

Koffing rises once more and narrows his eyes at Monsoon, spewing thick puffs of smog in frustration. The hope for an easy victory against the duckling has now become a distant memory.

“Koffing, take the fight to him with Assurance.” Orders Vernon, remaining calm.

“Meet his charge with Wing Attack!” You say, refusing to stifle your momentum.

Koffing surrounds himself with in a dark energy field and makes a beeline for his airborne opponent. Monsoon is quick to act and attempts to crash into the toxic sphere with his glowing wings. The two collide, and after a small struggle break off and pass by each other. Koffing falls to the ground yet again, hurt but not defeated. On the other side of the field, Monsoon also goes down but is quick to get back on his feet. Of the two, it’s clear that Monsoon emerged as the victor in this test of strength.

As you take a quick glance at the sidelines, both Jordan and Lyle seem to be fairly impressed by the performance of you and your Pokémon thus far. Even Monsoon seems to surprised at how well he’s doing. Vernon’s face however, still remains as stern and focused as always.


>Attack (Water Gun/ Wing Attack)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Defog/ Water Sport/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4318910
>Attack (Water Gun)

>>4318910
>Attack (Wing Attack)

>>4318910
>Attack (Water Gun)

>>4318910
>Attack (Water Gun)

>>4318910
>>Attack (Water Gun)

>>4318935
>>4318964
>>4318984
>>4318996
Writing.

>>4319027
>Use Water Gun
VS.
>Toxic Spikes and Assurance

Rolled: Irrelevant
Result(s): Success

Happy with how things are going so far, you continue to apply the pressure. “We have him on the ropes! Use Water Gun once more!”

Monsoon takes to the skies once more and fires another torrent at Koffing who is still licking his wounds.

“Use Toxic Spikes once more and follow up with Assurance.” Vernon commands.

As before, Koffing takes another shot from Monsoon and rises again. Though he has been gradually worn down throughout the battle, Koffing refuses to give in and scatters another round of Toxic Spikes around the field. He then flies after Monsoon and slams into him from above, utilizing the dark energy around him to empower his attack. The attack leaves Monsoon reeling and he plummets towards a bed of poisonous spikes just as Vernon had planned. Unfortunately Monsoon is unable to recover in time and crashes into the ground once more, making contact with many of the spikes as he skids along the floor.

Vernon looks to Jordan as if to remind her of her job but for some reason, she simply continues to observe in silence. Moments later, to both your shock and Vernon’s, Monsoon somehow manages to get up once more despite his injuries, Jordan on the other hand seems to have remember what happened the last time your determined duckling took a nasty spill and wears a subtle yet satisfied smile. Monsoon twitches every few seconds in reaction to the poison, but it seems he has enough in him for one more round.


>Attack (Water Gun/ Wing Attack)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Defog/ Water Sport/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4319120
>>Use Defog then Water Gun

>>4319145
Supporting.

>>4319145
+1

>>4319145
support
>>4319120
glad you´re back QM. Sure as hell I missed this

>>4319145
+1

>>4319145
Support

>>4319145
>>4319171
>>4319196
>>4319237
>>4319249
>>4319263
I’m locking this in and getting dinner. I should be back in less than an hour.

>>4319237
I’m glad that you and everyone else stuck around while I was out of commission. I’ve had a great time running this quest for these last few threads.

>>4319295
You're doing a good work QM, last few threads were good, they served to shape up our boy and it's good to see Walter bonding with his team and turning from a loser to a decent rainer. Truth to be though I though QM curse had finally got you, it's nice to see you still around Just wish that guy from the other pokemon quest come back as well, the QM left so suddenly..

>>4319295
Writing.

>>4319327
I was kind of worried about the pacing and progression at first, but I feel as if I’m getting better as I go. It’s a shame we never got to see how the other ones would have turned out.

>>4319414
Talking from experience, the first few threads you run are the rough ones. It's take a bit of time to get that feel of how much is enough for you.

>>4319425
Yeah, there are definitely some things I could’ve done better in the first few threads and I’m sure that I’m still missing some things here and there. I know I’ve said this before, but I appreciate all of the feedback and support you guys give me.

>>4319414
>Use Defog then Water Gun
VS.
>Assurance

Rolled: Irrelevant
Result(s): Success

“Let’s show then how tough you really are Monsoon! Use Defog and Water Gun one more time!”

Pulling himself together, Monsoon whips up a powerful wind and disposes of the poisonous hazards littering the field.

“Finish him off with Assurance.” Commands Vernon.

As Monsoon prepares to nail Koffing with one final blast, the noxious sphere surrounds itself with dark energy once more and rushes at him. Monsoon is barely able to fire off the powerful stream before he is rammed by another powerful charge from Koffing, As Monsoon lies on the ground, Koffing pants heavily as it struggles to hold himself up.

“Ducklett is no longer able to battle,” Proclaims Jordan as she raises one of the flags. “Koffing is the winner.”

Holding out Monsoon’s ball, you recall the battered duckling back to safety. “That Koffing never knew what hit him. Way to hang in there Monsoon.”

As you place Monsoon’s ball back on your belt, you contemplate your next move. Though Vernon’s Koffing is far more formidable than the video lead you to believe, it appears as if a strong wind would be enough to finish him off now. For some reason however, you feel as if Vernon’s plans for Koffing are just beginning.


>Send out Armo

>Send out Sephira

>Send out Remise

>Send out Asher

>>4319463
>>Send out Remise
Finish gim off with a shadow sneak.

>>4319463
>Send out Sephira

>>4319463
>Send out Remise

>>4319463
>Send out Remise

>>4319482
>>4319534
>>4319535
Writing.

>>4319575
>Send out Remise

“Ok Remise, you’re up next!” You announce as you release the ghostly blade onto the field.

In response to seeing the Steel/Ghost Pokémon, Vernon’s eyes narrow slightly, a far cry from whatever outburst you were expecting from him. As a Poison-type Gym Leader, you can imagine that he’s had to put up with many Trainers who put all their weight behind their Pokémon’s immunity to his specialty over the years. Though you can’t say for sure, you think that disappointment in his gaze may have shifted into a twisted form of enthusiasm at some point.


>Attack (Fury Cutter/ Shadow Sneak/ Aerial Ace)

>Defend (Block)

>Other (Autotomize/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4319638
>Attack Shadow Sneak

>>4319638
>Attack (Shadow Sneak)

>>4319638
>Attack (Shadow Sneak)

>>4319656
>>4319665
>>4319686
Writing.

>>4319698
>Use Shadow Sneak
VS.
>Pain Split

Rolled: Irrelevant
Result(s): Success

Not wanting to fall prey to Vernon’s plan, you decide to go for speed over power. “Remise, use Shadow Sneak and take Koffing out quickly!”

Remise takes on a shadowy glimmer and speeds across the field in seconds, scoring a hit against the weakened Koffing. Unfortunately, he just barely manages to hold on by a thread and begins to hover low to the ground in exhaustion.

On the sidelines, Jordan and Lyle’s expressions tell you that you’ve made a terrible miscalculation. This is soon confirmed by Vernons next command.

“Koffing, focus and use Pain Split.” Vernon orders.

As you watch on in horror, both Remsie and Koffing rise as some useable force grips both of their forms. When the force releases its hold, Koffing looks like he did during the middle of his battle with Monsoon, whereas Remise looks as if he’s already been in a battle for several minutes.

“You were doing well at first,” Vernon comments as your mind races to process what just occured. “It’s a shame that you decided to throw this match away.” The Gym Leader seems much more relaxed now, as if some sort of order has been restored to his world.

‘Oh no.’ You think to yourself as you realize just how dramatically the tide of the battle has turned.


>Attack (Fury Cutter/ Shadow Sneak/ Aerial Ace)

>Defend (Block)

>Other (Autotomize/ Something Else)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4319760
>Attack (Aerial Ace)
Fuck this douchebag. Why the hell does his Koffing know Pain Split?

>>4319760
>Switch (Armo)
Time to bring out the big guns and shut this down ASAP.

>>4319760
>Switch (Armo)

>>4319773
>>4319778
Supporting these. We’ll need Remise later and assurance will tear him up if we don’t get him out of there.

>>4319773
>>4319778
>>4319793
I’ll write this update as quickly as possible and turn in for the night. We’ll continue the battle tomorrow.

>>4319813
>Switch (To Armo)

Now that your advantage has slipped away, you decide to regroup and bring out your trump card. “That’s enough for now Remise, return.” You say, recalling Remsie to his ball.

Across the field, Vernon continues to watch your every move with an unrivaled level of focus. If he’s prepared to deal with Steel and Psychic-types, you know that the Ground typing has a place on his hit list as well. Regardless, you’re sure that the grim Gym Leader isn’t prepared for what your starter brings to the table.

“It’s up to you now Armo.” You say taking his ball and holding it out. “We’re going all out!”

Your armored partner in crime emerges in a flash of light with a yawn and brandishes his flashing claws at his floating opponent, ready for action!


>Attack (Fury Cutter/ Rollout/ Dig)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Counter/ Something Else)

>Alt Tech (Buzz Drill Lv. 1)

>Switch (To Remise)

>>4319828
Rollout

>>4319828
>Attack (Rollout)

>>4319857
Koffing is immune to Dig, their ability is Levitate.

>>4319837
>>4319860
I think we’re in need of another overpowered Rollout variant.

>>4319925
We could try to make Arno do like in the Sonic Movie.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=emb_title&time_continue=2&v=my5OzAcQ56c

>>4319863
Yeah I know, I meant to choose rollout.

>>4319933
As cool as that would be to pull off I don’t think that we’re allowed to go out of bounds. We could try getting Armo to bounce on Koffing and ricochet off the ceiling to hit him over and over again.

>>4320010
I’m fine with trying this out.

>>4319837
>>4319860
Do you want to side with >>4320010 and >>4320503 or do you want to go for a normal Rollout?

>>4320548
I'm a little late, but sure, go ahead.

>>4320010
Supporting

>>4320010
>>4320503
>>4320642
This will work a bit differently from a normal Rollout since everything will presumably take place in one turn. To balance things out, I’ll be treating this as a multi-strike move with a standard BP of 30. The first three anons to respond will roll 1d33 and these rolls will be added up to determine how many times Armo will hit Koffing. These odds may be subject to change if things are too heavily skewed to one side.


Strike Count:

[1-15] 1x

[16-33] 2x

[34-66] 3x

[67-84] 4x

[85-100] 5x

Rolled 23 (1d33)

>>4320706

Rolled 10 (1d33)

>>4320706
rollig for 24

>>4320776
well shiet

Rolled 5 (1d33)

>>4320706

>>4320733
>>4320776
>>4320784
I’m about to hit the road and go home. I should begin writing in an hour.

>>4320795
Writing.

>>4320864
>Use Rollout (Crusher Variant)
VS.
>Toxic Spikes

Rolled: 38
Result(s): Success

“It seems that you haven’t learned your lesson yet. ” Vernon comments as Armo gets into a fighting stance. “Koffing, set up Toxic Spikes once more.”

As before, Koffing expands and scatters another wave of Toxic Spikes around the field, adding another complication to the battle.

“I think it’s time that Armo and I taught you something!” You retort. “Armo, use Rollout and avoid the spikes!”

Armo takes a running start and curls up, gaining a massive boost in speed as he approaches Koffing.

Vernon simply shakes his head at your tactics. “Rise and stay out of his range.”

As Armo reaches the edge of his section of the field, Koffing floats even higher than before in order to undermine any chances of Armo reaching him with his rolling attack.

Just before Armo runs over the ledge and falls into the polluted water below, you flip Vernon’s plan right on its head. “Jump!” You call out to Armo.

Armo responds to your directions quickly and leaps over the gap, carrying the momentum he built up with him. You balled up companion then slams into Koffing with a considerable amount of force and bounces off of him towards the direction of the ceiling. As everyone looks on with shocked expressions, Armo hits the ceiling and comes crashing back down onto Koffing for a second time, before repeating his performance and rocketing towards the ceiling once more. The noxious ball of gas attempts to recover from Armo’s surprising display of agility but his efforts prove to be in vain as Armo descends upon him once more, forcefully bringing them both back to ground level and flattening Koffing beneath him.

“No way!” Exclaims Lyle from his spot in the stands. Armo strikes an exaggerated pose in response to the praise.

Pushing her shock aside, Jordan raises a flag in Armo’s direction. “Koffing is unable to battle. Sandshrew wins.”

Even Vernon seems somewhat surprised by this sudden turn of events and he returns Koffing to his ball. “Good work as always Koffing, return.” He then retrieves another Poké Ball from his belt and releases a new Pokémon onto the field. “Prepare yourself Stunky.”


>Attack (Fury Cutter/ Rollout/ Dig)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Counter/ Something Else)

>Alt Tech (Buzz Drill Lv. 1)

>Switch (To Remise)

>>4320941
>Attack (Dig)

>>4320941
>Attack (Dig)

>>4320941
>Attack (Dig)

>>4320941
>>Attack (Dig)

>>4320955
>>4320961
>>4320965
>>4321004
Locked in.

>>4321052
Writing.

>>4321115
>Use Dig
VS.
>Assurance

Rolled: Irrelevant
Result(s): Success

“Let’s take him out quickly with Dig!” You say.

“Stunky, use Assurance.” Vernon responds.

Leaping over the river of sludge, Stunky charges at Armo and hits him with a tail empowered by dark energy. Armo is pushed back by Stunky’s aggressive approach but is quick to recover and dives through the ground as if he were taking a swim. For a moment, the action dies down as Armo waits for the perfect opportunity to strike.


>Commit to Dig

>Interrupt Dig (Specify how)

>>4321136
>Commit to Dig

>>4321136
>Commit to Dig

>>4321136
>Commit to Dig

>>4321136
>Commit to Dig

>>4321148
>>4321154
>>4321177
>>4321203
Writing.

Rolled 22 (1d100)

>>4321261
Forgot my rolls.

Stunky

>Dodge and Nasty Plot

DC(s)-

Dodge: 32

>>4321276
>Dig (2nd Turn)
VS.
>Dodge and Nasty Plot

Rolled: N/A
Result(s): Success

After a bit of waiting, your patience is rewarded by the sound of shifting dirt from below.

“Avoid his attack, Stunky.” Vernon commands as the ground becomes uneven.

Unfortunately for the Stunky, Armo’s tunneling speed is far more than the skunk Pokémon was prepared for and he is sent flying as Armo emerges from the ground. As Armo lands back on his feet, Stunky struggles to pick himself back up after taking such a massive hit from the rugged Ground-type.

Though the tide has turned once again, Vernon keeps his cool and continues without hesitation. “Use Nasty Plot and prepare to execute.”

Stunky struggles to his feet and increases his power as a red and orange aura swirls around him.

“This is far from over.” Vernon informs you as Stunky finishes charging up.


>Attack (Fury Cutter/ Rollout/ Dig)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Counter/ Something Else)

>Alt Tech (Buzz Drill Lv. 1)

>Switch (To Remise)

>>4321308
>Other
Use Rollout but instead of going for the skunk go inside the hole and use the tunnel Arno mad to built speed then roll over the skunk.

>>4321319
Support

>>4321319
Supporting

>>4321319
support

>>4315987
>As some of you may know, my phone was swept up in a range ban that lasted for over a month
Damn that sucks. You should stop spamming and getting banned over it so that we can enjoy this wonderful quest

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>>4321308
i vote switch

>>4322045
you would have never noticed this thread's archive if you werent the qm. you are posting the proof for >>4321881.

>>4321319
>>4321405
>>4321537
>>4321753
Writing.

>>4322082
I guess we’re being subjected to a one man raid. I saw that someone was messing with the votes when I was linking the archived threads on this one but I didn’t know that it got that crazy and I wasn’t expecting the troll to actually show up and cause trouble. I don’t know what he’s trying to accomplish here but neither being a troll or feeding trolls is anywhere on my priorities list. All I can do is continue with the thread and if he tries to disrupt this quest any further then he’ll be in violation of the rules.

>>4322215
I’m still here, and I made a plan for if my phone was ever caught up in a range ban again.

>>4322263
Please stop responding to the shitposter, his only posts in the thread are related to this "drama".

>>4322265
>Other (Use Rollout through the tunnel to build momentum)
VS.
>Nasty Plot and Acid Spray

Rolled: Irrelevant
Result(s): Success

“We’re finishing this now! Armo, use Rollout and aim from the tunnel.”

Armo curls up once more and begins rolling backwards towards the hole he had used to attack Stunky from.

“Use Nasty Plot again and follow up with Acid Spray.” Vernon commands.

As Armo continues to withdraw, Stunky powers up once more and sends a spray of corrosive liquid onto Armo’s curled up form. The attack does little to stop the armored rodent’s escape however and he disappears into the tunnel once more.

“Chase him down.” Says Vernon simply, intent on stopping Armo before he can cause any more damage.

The skunk Pokémon nods and chases Armo through the tunnel. Seconds after Stunky disappears down the hole Armo emerges from the other side and flies into the air before coming back down and falling into the hole once more. You hear the sound of panicked squeaks and before you know it, Stunky scrambles out of the tunnel in a hurry, only to be run over by Armo and his increased momentum. As Stunky lies face first on the ground, Jordan raises her flag again.

“Stunky is unable to battle! Sandshrew wins!”

“So what have we learned?” You ask Vernon smugly as he returns Stunky to his ball.

“I’ve learned that I’ve been far too lenient in the past. If people like you still think that battling is simply a matter of exploiting weaknesses then I haven’t been doing my job properly. I think it’s time that your methods came back to bite you.”

Vernon takes off one last Poké Ball from his belt and releases a spiky looking fish into the polluted water. It then emerges from the depths and flashes an angry glare at Armo, causing him to take a cautionary step back.

“Now the real battle begins.” States Vernon, brimming with conviction.


>Keep Armo in

>Switch (To Remise)

>>4322311
>Keep Armo in

>>4322311
>Keep Armo in

>>4322311
>Keep Armo in

>>4322311
>Keep Armo in

>>4322316
>>4322327
>>4322345
>>4322354
Writing.

>>4322331
Thanks for your help man, but I can handle things from here. It’s obvious that this guy is only here to start trouble and collect (You)s. We all know what to do if he causes any more problems in the future.

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>>4322367
I was wondering how you came up with the name "Cycad Town", is it related to Prof. Cycad?

>>4322367
>Keep Armo in

“Are you still with me buddy?” You ask Armo as he continues to nervously stare at the Qwilfish.

Armo puts on a brave face and gives you a shaky thumbs up before dropping down on all fours, ready for an uphill battle.

“That’s the spirit! It’s going to take more than a fish to make us back down!” You exclaim.

Vernon simply narrows his eyes at the both of you and prepares to execute his latest plan.


>Attack (Fury Cutter/ Rollout/ Dig)

>Defend (Block/ Dodge)

>Other (Counter/ Something Else)

>Alt Tech (Buzz Drill Lv. 1)

>Switch (To who?)

>>4322394
>Attack (Dig)

>>4322394
>Alt Tech (Buzz Drill Lv. 1)

>>4322394
>Other (Counter)
Let’s use its high Atk against it.

>>4322419
+1

>>4322423
Support

>>4322423
Support on this

>>4322423
>>4322431
>>4322469
>>4322514
You sly dogs. Writing.

>>4322534
Strategy, from the greek stratigikí (στρατηγική)

>>4322534
>Use Counter
VS.
>Aqua Jet

Rolled: Pending
Result(s): ???

“Your opponent is worn down, finish him off with Aqua Jet.” Vernon commands as the two Pokémon on the field stare each other down.

Qwilfish puffs himself up and begins circling the field at an unbelievable pace in order to take Armo by surprise. Armo attempts to keep a watchful eye at the spiky blurred menace but neither he nor you can keep track of his movements. What you do see however, is a risky opportunity to finish this fight before it even begins. As quickly as he approached , Qwilfish leaps from the water and hurls himself at Armo while surrounded by a trail of murky water. There’s no doubt that this move has the capability to do some serious damage, and that is what you’re counting on to win the day.

“Brace yourself and use Counter Armo!” You call just before Qwilfish makes contact.


>Roll 1d100


DC(s)-

Survive and Strike Back: 70

>>4322545
You certainly used it well.

Rolled 24 (1d100)

>>4322591

Rolled 42 (1d100)

>>4322591

Rolled 42 (1d100)

>>4322591

Rolled 27 (1d100)

>>4322591

rolling for 81

>>4322622
>>4322616
>>4322609
>>4322604
OH SHIT. Lurkers we need your rolls.

Rolled 55 (1d100)

>>4322591
>>4322630
It's only first three but I guess I'll roll anyways

Rolled 76 (1d100)

>>4322591

>>4322647
OH SHIET THANK YOU

>>4322647
This was supposed to be BO3 but I’ll make an exception this time and take it just because you guys outplayed me so well. Writing.

>>4322647
We're safe.

>>4322646
I don't think so anon. The mechanics bin says it's only the first three when QM rolls a 3d100. Since it's a 1d100 we're saved.

>>4322657
Nevermind. Guess we lucked out this time.

>>4322657
Rolled: 76
Result(s): King of the Ground-types

Armo glows a bright orange color and puts his arms in front of him in order to absorb the oncoming blow. This does little to protect Armo as he is struck with the full force of the speeding Qwilfish and his watery cloak. The attack pushes Armo back several feet and eventually, Qwilfish breaks through the rugged shrew’s defenses and knocks him off of his feet. Qwilfish then rockets past him and lands back into the water where it watches the aftermath of its devastating attack as Armo collapses to the ground. For what seems like hours, Armo remains on the ground motionless, but the orange aura surrounding him proves that he’s somehow managing to hold on. Suddenly, Armo springs to life once more and rises to his feet as the aura surrounding him grows exponentially. As everyone looks on with awe, Armo curls up and rolls towards the hazardous water without a care in the world before leaping high into the air. He then ricochets off of the ceiling once more and performs a cannonball right on top of the stunned Qwilfish, bringing them both under and splashing foul smelling water all over the room with a deafening smack.

Another long period of waiting begins as everyone watches the water with undivided attention. After a while, bubbles start to rise to the surface of the water. At first they are infrequent but they then become more numerous, only to be disrupted by Armo breaking through the surface of the water and collapsing next to a startled Jordan. As soon as Armo makes it back on dry ground, the unconscious form of Qwilfish floats to the surface, drifting only a few feet away from where Armo initially landed.

“Both Qwilfish and Sandshrew are unable to battle!” Jordan announces raising both flags. “However, all members of the Gym Leader’s team has been defeated. Therefore, the winner is the Challenger Walter Graff from Cycad Town!”

“All right!” You cheer, rushing over to the sidelines while trying your best not ruin the moment by slipping.

Upon reaching Armo, you pick up the drenched Sandshrew and hold him above your head. “We did it Armo! We just won our first badge together!”

Armo coughs up some water and gives you a tired yet satisfied look as he shakes some more water off of him. Realizing just how exhausted your dependable starter is, you remove his ball from your belt and recall him for a long rest. “You’re the best starter a Trainer could ask for.”

As you put Armo’s ball away, the room’s three occupants begin to approach you, some looking a bit more pleased than others.


>Talk to Vernon

>Talk to Jordan

>Talk to Lyle

>Write in

>>4322748
>>Talk to Vernon

But please in a polite not cocky way

>>4322748
>>4322754
>Talk to Vernon
Yes, let's try to be polite.

>>4322748
>Talk to Vernon
Yeah thank him for taking his time to accept our challenge. After all the gym wasn't even supposed to be open.

>>4322748
>Talk to Vernon

>>4322754
>>4322758
>>4322775
>>4322779
Locked in. I’ll be back in a bit.

>>4322831
This might take much longer than I originally thought. If I’m not back within the next hour we’ll continue this tomorrow afternoon.

>>4322748
>Result(s): King of the Ground-types
Wow nice callback to the first thread, Walter wasn't kidding, Arno did clean up his team (Almost) by himself.

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>>4322385
oi answer this

>>4322854
I’m trying to wrap up some work related stuff right now but I should have the update posted sometime within the hour.

>>4323327
There’s going to be a few more of those depending on which direction you guys decide to take the rest of thread.

>>4324138
>Talk to Vernon

“I would be lying if I said that I was convinced by your performance,” Vernon begins as he approaches you. “What I can’t argue with however, is results. If nothing else, by facing me you’ve proven that you have the right to call yourself a Trainer.”

“Thanks, I guess. I appreciate you accepting my challenge on your day off.” You say, doing your best to keep things professional.

“My work is never done, there’s still a few matters for me to take care of. Before I get to that, I must carry out the rest of my duties as a Gym Leader.” Vernon reaches into his pocket and withdraws a small remote. With the push of a button, a pedestal containing a purple badge and disk rises from the ground beside him. “In recognition of your victory, I award you with the Stinger Badge and this TM containing the move Poison Jab.”

You graciously accept both items as Vernon continues. “Though this is only a small step in your journey, I feel confident kn saying that in time, I will have the opportunity to test you once more in one capacity or another.” Vernon then looks at the state of the room and shakes his head. “If you’ll excuse me, I need to call someone to repair the damages.”

Between the upturned ground, dented ceiling, and all water covering the area, Armo certainly made a mess of the place. “Sorry about that, Armo’s battling style can be a little destructive sometimes.”

“Think nothing of it. Despite his reckless use of his surroundings, I can tell that there is skill hidden underneath that raw ability. You would do well to make good use of it.” With that, Vernon turns and begins walking towards a door located on the far side of the room.

You take another look at the badge in your hand, feeling a sense of pride that you’ve never known before. Though Vernon is right in saying that this is only the beginning, in this moment, you feel as if you’ve become Isoin’s newest Champion. Your internal celebration is interrupted however, as you remember that Armo was under those poisonous waters for quite some time. Along with Monsoon and to a lesser extent, Remise, Armo is in need of medical attention.


>Use the restoration station in the Gym and hang out with your “rivals”

>Go back to the Pokémon Center and relax for a few hours

>>4324235
>Use the restoration station in the Gym and hang out with your “rivals”

>>4324235
>Use the restoration station in the Gym and hang out with your “rivals”

>>4324235
>Use the restoration station in the Gym and hang out with your “rivals”

>>4324235
>Use the restoration station in the Gym and hang out with your “rivals”

>>4324334
>>4324338
>>4324357
>>4324361
Writing.

>>4324451
>Use the restoration station in the Gym and hang out with your “rivals”

“Is there a healing station here?” You ask Jordan as Vernon exits the room. “That water probably poisoned Armo.”

“More like badly poisoned.” Corrects Jordan as she picks up a towel that was conveniently sitting on the bleachers. “We should get him to the station before his condition gets worse.” She says as she attempts to dry herself off.

“Lead the way.” You reply.

With a “follow me” motion, Jordan leads you around the field to another door on the room’s west side. As you step inside, you find yourself in the Gym’s in-house Pokémon Center where you insert your battle worn teammates into one of the many healing stations lined up along the walls. The two of you are soon joined by Lyle who is quick to congratulate you.

“So, how does victory taste Champ?” Asks Lyle as he closes the door behind him.

“It feels familiar,” You say, a smile creeping onto your face. “Almost as if I had predicted it a few weeks ago.”

“I was wondering how long it would take for you to start gloating.” Jordan says. “You know there were at least four different ways he could’ve won that battle right?” Despite her words, you can tell that she’s somewhat impressed with you how far you’ve come in such a short period of time.

“Maybe you should start being Vernon’s coach instead of his part time secretary and ref.” Lyle chuckles.

“They both did well, but Vernon was too busy trying to teach Walter a lesson instead of winning.” Jordan insists.

Lyle simply shrugs in response. “Well there’s always next time. If he’s lucky, he’ll battle Vernon again in the tournament.”


cont.

>>4324587
“Wait, why is Vernon battling in the tournament?” You ask.

“There’s a spot opening up on the Elite Four and he wants it badly. If you asked him yourself, he’d give you a big speech about it.” Jordan explains, rolling her eyes. “He says that he’s tired of ‘separating the wheat from the chaff.’”

“He’s doing a pretty good job either way.” Lyle interjects. “You don’t see as many scrubs entering the tournament anymore thanks to him. Remember back when the Tourmalines used to run this Gym?”

“I’d rather not.”

“So I’m guessing that you’re taking over the Gym if he becomes a member?” You ask Jordan.

“She wishes,” Says Lyle with a cocky smirk. “Everyone knows that I’m the best Trainer this city will ever see.”

“Your the only one in this room without a badge.” Jordan reminds him.

“I simply avoid battling Vernon because I respect his craft. If he wants a real battle without a ton of rules and limitations then I’ll be the one to give it to him! I just need some time to get ready.”

“It won’t be much of a fight if all you ever do is battle me every day and occasionally go to the Battle Circuit.”

“You’re just good competition that’s all.” Says Lyle defensively. “If I could find a better rival, you’d be lucky to get another battle with me.”

“Sure.” Jordan laughs.

As the two continue bantering, you feel a buzz in your pocket, prompting you to reach inside and dig out the phone you had stolen from the hitman. You have no idea who could be messaging you considering the fact that you’ve never given your number out to anyone and if you’re being honest with yourself, you don’t want to know.


>Ask Jordan and Lyle what they plan on doing for the rest of the day

>Hang out for a while and ditch the phone later

>Check the message

>Write in

>>4324589
>>Check the message

>>4324589
>Write in
Give a quick check to the message, and talk with them about like what's the closest gym, any interresting sights or places in the city or any good spots for training. Oh Yeah if we got any leftover money let's buy a new chip for it so the stolen phone can be ours or ditch it away.

>>4324589
>Ask Jordan and Lyle what they plan on doing for the rest of the day

>>4324589
>Check the message

>>4324605
changing to this, includes the cheking message stuff, so yeah

>>4324605
Support

>>4324605
Support.

Also welcome back QM.

>>4324605
>>4324670
>>4324710
>>4324724
Locked in. I'll begin writing soon.

>>4324790
Writing.

>>4324724
Thanks it's good to be back.

>>4324859
>Give a quick check to the message, and talk with them about like what's the closest gym, any interesting sights or places in the city or any good spots for training

With a sigh, you check your phone and check the messages. Once again, the message contains many references to places, people, and events that you were unaware of before. One section that catches your eye however, is a short sentence referring to the kidnapping of someone named “RH” along with several other who were apparently connected to the museum. It doesn’t take you long to figure out that RH is Gabe’s father, but who took him and what they wanted with him along with several other archeologists and technicians is beyond you. Thinking back, you also remember the chaos that occurred yesterday and then it dawns on you—the empty streets, Vernon’s referral to “yesterday’s incident”, and this message must all be connected.


>Tell the others and get Vernon

>Tell the others and go to the police

>Make an excuse to leave and go to the police

>Don’t get involved

>Write in

>>4324883
>Tell the others and get Vernon
>Tell the others and go to the police
Why not both?

>>4324895
Support. We’ll need everyone.

>>4324895
support but don't get further involved, come up with an excuse of how we got the phone. I don't want more hitmans plus the police on our hides especially because Gabe gonna become our traveling partner for a while.

>>4325008
supporting this support

>>4325008
This.

>>4325008
Support

>>4324895
>>4324900
>>4325008
>>4325269
>>4325291
>>4325457
Writing.

>>4325666
>Notify Vernon and the authorities without getting involved

“Is something wrong?” Asks Lyle, taking notice of your shift in mood.

“We need to get Vernon and go to the police.” You explain.

“What’s this about?” Jordan inquires.

“I don’t know the full story, but we need to get moving before someone gets hurt.”

You deactivate the healing station and place the three balls back onto your belt as Lyle throws the door open and exits the room in a hurry. Jordan is quick to follow his lead and you trail after her in the direction of Vernon’s office. By the time you make it to the door, both Vernon and Lyle emerge from the room with the energized skater already making his way towards the front entrance.

“You can explain what you know on the way.” Vernon says as he passes you.

Moments later, the four of you are packed into Vernon’s car and speeding through the streets on your way to the police station. As Vernon drives, you explain what you could interpret from the message and how it may relate to the events of yesterday.

“I had a feeling this wasn’t over.” Vernon comments as he makes another sharp turn.

“Do you know what this is all about?” You ask as you jerk to one side.

“There was an attack on an armored car caravan and a raid on the Safari Zone carried out by Team Offset yesterday. I assumed the two were connected and that the raid was simply a distraction but there was no way to prove it. It seems that whoever was behind the ambush needs someone to tie up any remaining loose ends.”

“Do you know who these loose ends are?”

“I can only hazard a guess. As soon as we get in contact with the authorities we should have more information to work with.”


>Ask for more details on the ambush

>Ask for more details on the raid

>Bring up the robbery at the Pokémon Center

>Write in

>>4325744
>Bring up the robbery at the Pokémon Center

>>4325744
>Bring up the robbery at the Pokémon Center

>>4325744
>Ask for more details on the ambush

>>4325744
>Bring up the robbery at the Pokémon Center

>>4325754
>>4325777
>>4326064
Writing.

>>4326153
>Bring up the robbery at the Pokémon Center

“Did you hear about the robbery on Tuesday?” You ask as the wild ride continues.

“I was informed of it by the police as soon as they received a call,” Vernon replies. “But that case seems to be an isolated incident. There were no attacks on any other Pokémon Centers that night and none of the Pokémon who were reported as missing have shown up on any illegal markets.”

“Even stranger, Team Offset didn’t take responsibility for the robbery.” Jordan adds. “It’s almost as if the two thieves didn’t have any help in planning the heist.”

“All we know for sure is that they’ve been much more active in these last few months. I have a feeling that these robberies and kidnappings are only the beginning.” With that statement, Vernon pulls into the parking lot of the police station and takes the first spot he sees. He then turns in his seat to face you. “Are you coming along?”

“I’d rather not get involved.” You reply handing over the stolen phone.

Vernon nods. “I understand. I won’t keep you here against your will, but I suggest you stay here until everything is sorted out. I doubt that anyone would be foolish enough to cause trouble in front of a police station .”

The Gym Leader takes a quick look at the message before exiting the car, leaving the three of you alone.

“What a letdown, I thought we were gonna see some action.” Lyle complains.

“We only have an idea of what’s going on.” You reply. “We’d only be getting in the way,”

“No one ever starts out knowing everything, but that’s no excuse not to try and figure things out. The cops will be going through that old phone of yours for days.”

“What are you suggesting?” Jordan asks.

“We know that Team Offset hit the Safari Zone, right? Since it’s only a few blocks away, I say we go over there and check things out.”

“The whole place is an active crime scene, what can we do that they aren’t already doing.”

“We won’t know until we get there now will we?” Lyle retorts as he lies back in his seat. “Besides, we might find some of the escaped Pokémon wandering around the area. Just sitting around won’t do anyone any favors.”


>Wait in the car

>Go to the Safari Zone

>>4326212
>Go to the Safari Zone
If it's open and we have enough money let sign for a course to catch some mons.

>>4326212
>Go to the Safari Zone

>>4326212
>Go to the Safari Zone

>>4326212
>Go to the Safari Zone

>>4326234
I’m pretty sure it’s shut down right now

>>4326212
>>Go to the Safari Zone

>>4326234
>>4326246
>>4326319
>>4326437
>>4326487
Writing.

>>4326543
>Go to the Safari Zone

“You may actually have a point,” you say, shifting in your seat. “If nothing else, we can at least catch some new Pokémon and if we happen to find anything about the break in then we can tell somebody.”

“I always have a point, people just need to look outside of the box to see it.” Lyle then begins to drum on the back of Jordan’s headrest. “So, aren’t you gonna tag along to keep us out of trouble?” He asks jokingly.

Jordan exhales and quickly types out a message on her phone before opening her door. “Let’s get going.”

The three of you exit the car and begin walking through the mostly empty sidewalks towards the Nucite City Safari Zone. Along the way, you tell the others about your journey to the city and elaborate on what you’ve been doing since you first came. Jordan and Lyle take great interest in your tale and ask you about your future plans. You admit that you haven’t decided on where to go next but you know for a fact that you plan on taking on another Gym as soon as possible. You know that the closest Gyms are located in Seloras City and Aresi City but your knowledge on the Gym Leaders there is limited to what little you managed to see on TV. As you discuss the pros and cons of going to one city or the other, you get the feeling that your being watched but you simply chalk it up to the fact that you’re walking with the Gym Leader’s younger sister and try to focus on the conversation. Eventually, you stop a few blocks away from your destination and look on at all of the police cars surrounding the area. The place is practically covered in yellow tape and several roadblocks section off the Safari Zone from the rest of the city.

“So what’s your plan now, genius?” Jordan questions as the police officers watch you from a distance.

Lyle’s eyes take on a mischievous look. “I’ve got a little trick up my sleeve to get us in.”

Both you and Jordan cross your arms and look at the eccentric skater skeptically. “Now this I have to see.” You reply.

Lyle subtly motions for the two of you to follow him and he takes you across the street and into a nearby alleyway. After giving the place a once over and a subsequent nod of approval, Lyle turns back towards to both you and Jordan.

“If any of you wanna back out now, this is your chance to do so without looking totally lame.” Lyle announces with a grin.


>Go along with his undoubtedly reckless idea

>Suggest looking for the escaped Pokémon instead

>Ask Jordan if she knows what he’s up to

>>4326628
>Suggest looking for the escaped Pokémon instead
I want to try caught some of those safari's escapees, but let's be fair and make it a vote to see what our companions want. That reminds me do we have any balls to use?

>>4326628
>Go along with his undoubtedly reckless idea

>>4326628
>Go along with his undoubtedly reckless idea

>>4326628
>Go along with his undoubtedly reckless idea

>>4326648
>>4326710
>>4327497
Writing

>>4327847
>Go along with his undoubtedly reckless idea

“Bring it on.” You reply boldly.

Lyle grins at your response and reaches for one of the three Poké Balls on his belt. He then twirls the ball around on his finger and releases a Shellos onto the ground. “Hey Shellos, can you help us get up there?”

Shellos lets out an inaudible gurgle and Lyle kneels down, allowing Shellos to crawl all over his hands, covering them with slime. He then applies some of the gel to the bottom of his shoes and begins climbing the wall without any hesitation.

After a minute of climbing, the skater makes it to the roof top and pokes he head over the side. “Don’t keep me waiting up here guys!”

Jordan shakes her head in disbelief and extends her hands towards Shellos. The sea slug repeats the process and soon Jordan’s hands are covered in the sticky substance as well. “I should’ve hung out with Audrey today.” She grumbles as she begins scaling the small building.

Shellos looks at you with confusion as if unsure wether you’re a part of the group.

“Yeah, I’m with them.” You say, holding your hands.

Shellos cautiously crawls over your hands causing your fingers to practically stick together. The slime is a bit more cold and wet than you would have expected but you do your best to ignore it and apply the slime to the tips of your shoes. You then approach the wall and begin to slowly climb up the structure. As you start your slow ascent, Shellos breezes past you and Jordan, making her way to the roof within no time. For you, the climb is far more difficult and you even have a few close calls as the amount of slime on your hands and shoes begins to run out. Though, you make it to the top without falling to the ground below, the experience was nothing short of nerve racking.

As you lie down on the rooftop to catch your breath, Lyle begins scoping out the Safari Zone down below. “Ok, on to phase two. I hope you none of you are afraid of heights.”

“Where exactly do you think we are?” Jordan asks as she takes a seat on the ledge.

“I meant to say flying.” Lyle states, correcting himself. “If I’ve got this right, we should land right in the middle of the Safari Zone.”


>Continue with the plan

>Suggest climbing down the fire escape instead

>Suggest using the roof hatch instead

>>4327913
>Continue with the plan

>>4327913
>Continue with the plan

>>4327913
>Continue with the plan

>>4327923
>>4327930
>>4327972
Locked in.

>>4327983
Writing.

>>4328350
>Continue with the plan

“What’s next?” You ask as you join the others on the ledge.

Lyle wipes the remaining slime off of his hands and takes out another Poké Ball. “You’re up next Drifloon!” The skater tosses the ball into the air and purple balloon Pokémon emerges in a flash of light.

Drifloon takes a look at his surroundings, prompting Lyle to point at an open field in the Safari Zone. In response, Drifloon uses his string like appendages to make a shrugging motion.

“Don’t worry, you aren’t carrying us down there.” Lyle replies. “Remember the move I taught you yesterday?”

Drifloon nods and floats into Lyle’s arms. “Three, two, one, lift off!” Lyle chants before throwing the balloon Pokémon high into the air. As soon as his upward momentum fizzles out, Drifloon begins to drift down to his destination.

“And now we wait.” Lyle announces brimming with excitement.

After several minutes of waiting, Drifloon becomes nothing more than a purple speck in the distance, prompting Lyle to extend his hand towards both you and Jordan. “He should be there any second now so you better hold on tight.”

“How is he supposed to help us from over there?” You ask as you compare the distance between the rooftop and the spot where Lyle had pointed out.

“I taught him a new trick for situations like these.” Lyle explains as he squints into the distance. “It’s not much help in a regular battle but getting around is super easy with it. Just make sure you don’t scream.”

The three of you stand near the ledge hand in hand as you wait for Drifloon to deliver. Seconds later, you find yourself being yanked by Lyle as a powerful force sends him over the edge, dragging both you and Jordan with him. You do your best to resist the urge to scream as buildings and streets below you go flying by as the force continues to drag your group towards your destination. Along the way you pass Drifloon, who gives the three of you a cheerful wave as he crosses your path. The trip them abruptly ends, and you find yourself standing back on solid ground and inside the sprawling Safari Zone.

“Am I a genius or what?” Lyle asks spreading his arms out wide as he looks back at the building where you were originally standing.

“Well you didn’t get us killed so there is that.” You say as you look around for any signs of life.

“We should get moving before anyone knows where here.” Jordan asserts. “The farther we get from the entrance, the less likely we’ll get caught.”

Lyle shakes his head and points back at the building. “I’m gonna wait for Drifloon to float back down here, I’ll catch up later.”

“Just make sure nobody see you” Jordan then turns towards you. “Since you’re leaving in a few days, you can decide where we search.”


>Check the grassy area

>Check the caves

>Check the ponds

>Use the Poké Watch (Specify which type you want to look for)

>>4328408
>>Use the Poké Watch (Grass)

>>4328431
Support

>>4328408
>Use the Poké Watch (Electric)

>>4328514
Supporting.

>>4328408
Oh yeah one important thing we do before we go looking for Pokémon, teach Arno Poison jab, replacing Fury cutter.

>>4328683
Support (also wanna know how this works in this universe)

>>4328514
Support

>>4328514
>>4328517
>>4328683
>>4328800
Writing.

>>4329534
>Use the Poké Watch (Electric)

You take a look at your wrist and begin to scroll through the small number of apps built into your new Poké Watch. Upon activating the tracker function, you click on the specific type that you’re looking for and the radar begins to point you towards the few Electric-type Pokémon in the general area.

“Let’s search over there.” You say as you point in the direction of one of the markers.

“Alright, but remember, we need to be as quiet as possible.” Jordan warns as she takes a cautionary look around. “If we send our Pokémon out against the Pokémon here, the battle will attract unwanted attention.”

“Got it.” You reply simply as you begin following the watch’s directions.

After a short hike you find yourself in an open field with a few trees scattered around. As you take another look at your watch, you find that you’re right on top of the marker.

“I think I found something,” you say, focusing your gaze on the tall grass.

>>4329595
>Roll 1d100

[1-15] Budew
[16-29] Pachirisu
[30] Tauros
[31-50] Blitzel
[51-70] Helioptile
[71-85] Charjabug
[86-100] Toxel

Rolled 17 (1d100)

>>4329600

Rolled 14 (1d100)

>>4329600

Rolled 4 (1d100)

>>4329600

Just so that there’s no confusion, this one isn't BO3. Anyone who has yet to roll is welcomed to do so.

Rolled 36 (1d100)

>>4329600

Rolled 61 (1d100)

>>4329600

>>4329624
It's biggest, average or just the one most of the rolls fall into?

Rolled 37 (1d100)

>>4329624

>>4329638
It’s the one most of the rolls fall into. I considered doing averages when I was updating the rules, but that would always keep the results low.

Rolled 31 (1d100)

>>4329600

>>4329626
>>4329642
>>4329696
Writing.

>>4329730
Rolled: 36, 37, and 31
Result(s): Blitzel

Your instincts are proven correct as a wild Blitzel gallops through the grass and comes to a stop upon seeing you. It appears to be more curious than hostile, but that could change at any moment.

“Do you have any spare Poké Balls?” You ask as Blitzel stares at the two of you. “I sort of ran out before I came to the city.”

“I wasn’t planning on sneak into the Safari Zone today.” Jordan reminds you as she checks her pockets. After a few seconds, she manages to find a single Great Ball. “This is the only one I have on me.” She says as she enlarges it and tosses the ball to you.


>Engage (Specify how)

>Capture (Specify how)

>Avoid (Specify how)

>>4329750
>>Capture (Specify how)
Give some kind of candy or snack, Try to pet it, and if, JUST IF, its's friendly to us, use the great ball

>>4329763
this

>>4329750
>>Avoid (Go Away)
I am against capturing a eletric type, our team is pretty ground weak with only moonsoon as switch in, at least we should go for a better eletric mon than Blitzle.

>>4329779
Support

>>4329763
This

>>4329779
Support.

>>4329763
>>4329768
>>4329779
>>4329841
>>4329845
>>4330057
If I recall correctly, there’s only one or two people left who haven't shown up. I’ll give it another 15 minutes before doing a coin toss.

>>4329750
>>4329779
Supporting avoid, unless an upcoming gym leader is extremely weak to electricity.

>>4330209
The nearest Gyms are Fighting and Flying with Fighting being the closest.

>>4330267
Then let's go to Fighting, we got an entire set on Remise, Moonsoon and Asher. But for now run from the blitzle.

>>4330286
You’ll get to the decision on where to travel later but for now we need to wait for >>4330209 to pick a side.
to make

>>4330333
But QM, >>4330209 was supporting Avoid, my comment was even quoted as well.

>>4330333
I'll go with avoid then if that's a hold up.

>>4330350
He made a conditional statement and I wanted to avoid making any decisions for him.

>>4329779
>>4329841
>>4330057
>>4330366
Writing.

>>4330407
>Avoid (Run)

“I’m not too sure about this one,” you say as you put the Great Ball away. “Let’s check somewhere else.”

With that, you slowly back away from the wild Blitzel who also loses interest and disappears back into the grass.

“Well we can’t stay and search forever.” Jordan comments as she watch the Blitzel leave. “We’re on thin ice as it is.”

“Maybe, but coming all the way out here bought us some time.” There’s no way anyones patrolling over here.”

“Let’s hope not.” Jordan replies as you start planning your next move.


>Check the grassy area

>Check the caves

>Check the ponds

>Use the Poké Watch (Specify which type you want to look for)

>>4330464
>>Use the Poké Watch (Grass)
I still think we should find a grass type, having something to handle ground and water types is pretty good.

>>4330464
>Use the Poké Watch (Grass)
Fine

>>4330473
this

>>4330473
>>4330475
>>4330867
Writing.

>>4331627
>Use the Poké Watch (Grass)

You consult the Poké Watch once more and set the specification to the Grass-type. After a few seconds, several markers appear on the tiny screen.

“Let’s see where it takes us this time.” You muse to yourself as you choose one of the markers at random.


>Roll 1d100

[1-10] Chikorita
[11-15] Heracross
[16-30] Nuzleaf
[31-55] Budew
[56-70] Sewaddle
[71-89] Skiddo
[90-100] Ferroseed