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Post by getsuga on Dec 10, 2020 16:37:50 GMT
www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTeSLGYw9fUYou watch yourself fall through the stained glass of what resembles a chateau. Its cobblestone walls look recently cleaned. The multi-tiered building comes in three stories, and what can be assumed the champion's floor should be right at the top. A small figure wearing a colorful robe and black hair can be seen gazing out the window. She gives a highly confused look at why trainers are falling through the sky. The trainers manage to land on the sacred grounds in style only to meet another familiar face standing right next to the Pokemon League. Jeremiah turns around after the noticing their arrival equipped with his usual grin. You're pretty sure he was already grinning before you dropped in however. "HEY HEY MAD CONGRADULATIONS!!" He throws up a peace sign and the swarm of women around him fire their party poppers and champagne. The gym leader weaves through the unending fanfare to give you each a high-five. If you refused to reciprocate, he takes it upon himself to grab your hand and make it happen. "You ready to bang knuckles with the top, ya rebels?"
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Post by Trixander on Dec 10, 2020 19:32:02 GMT
Jace didn't know what to expect, but this wasn't it. Up until now, they had no idea what Jeremiah was doing or where he went. Not to mention, Jace had no clue where his loyalties lie. Maybe he was this goofball, who would probably side with them against Paradiso. Maybe it was a façade that concealed something far more sinister. Whatever the case was, Jace decided to play along. A showdown on the steps of the Pokemon League may not be the best idea.
"I've been ready for this for a long time," Jace released Ace from his Pokeball. Not between him and Jeremiah, but at his side. Ace deserved to see the Pokemon League as much as Jace did. Probably more. "The top isn't going to know what hit 'em."
"We've been stalled plenty between Rime's gym and here. Hope you weren't kept waiting," Jace tested the waters.
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Post by kurohagane on Dec 12, 2020 18:00:52 GMT
Paradiso, were they expecting their arrival? With such an overwhelming but disturbing welcome in the form of champagne and party poopers, are they the only ones able to reach the Elite Four? Sana isn't sure what to feel, was it the feeling her mind beginning to float on clouds from the having Ruby torn apart from her soul, or was it her uncleared suspicion on Paradiso? Sana thinks it's best to tread carefully. "For the sake of everyone who had supported me on my path, I have to become Nexus's Champion."
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Post by getsuga on Dec 14, 2020 15:57:43 GMT
"That's the spirit, Sana! Take all those hard feelings and wail on those elite four." At this point, the ground becomes more confetti than grass, prompting Jeramiah to call the women off. "I got a call from Haizaki saying some blonde lady did a number to his crib. Three kids showed up to help him - kinda like you." He says while pointing. "Then Rime calls and says Natasha got banged up and some kids are on their way to the Pokemon League - kinda like you." Jeremiah shows his toothy grin once again.
"Us gym leaders love gossip, ya dig."
The dragon trainer stares at what is plastered on your faces. Jace and Sana might as well be two Stoutlands digging up a freshly planted berry tree. He lets the tension between the four come to a boil before, "But who cares, baby!?" he announces gleefully. "People get in your way you squash them, I dig it. Tats was in that cave right? It looks like you settled for a friendly resolution too. I'm a gym leader first and Paradiso second, it's my duty to help you up until those pearly gates. Now get on in there, I'll tell you all about the secret passage I took. Jack will probably take it as well so time is of the essence."
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Post by Trixander on Dec 14, 2020 18:59:55 GMT
For the first time in a while, Jace felt like they were back on the Pokemon journey. If all of this worked out, they would defeat the champion, and then he and Sana would fight it out for the title. Jace didn't know what plans Tully had after all of this, but the future was in their hands now. It was as Jeremiah had said, they were going to squash them. It was also reassuring to hear that Rime was in touch with Jeremiah. Jace trusted Rime, so by extension he would trust Jeremiah.
"One last thing, before we go." Jace drew the ball he took from Natasha out from his pack. It grew to its usual softball size in his hand. Spinning around he hurled the ball as far as he could up and away from the structure. At the height of its flight he even added a telekinetic shove in an attempt to destroy the ball and send it even higher into the air. The legendary bird Zapdos that was trapped within would be free.
"There are some things in this world even a champion shouldn't have."
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Post by getsuga on Dec 14, 2020 19:12:36 GMT
Jeremiah whistles at Big Yellow flying above. "She's gonna be pretty pissed~"
"That reminds me," Jeremiah speaks plainly for the first time as far as you could remember. "Do you still have that masterball?"
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Post by Trixander on Dec 14, 2020 19:44:51 GMT
"Yeah, we've still got it," Jace said. "More than once I considered dumping it into the ocean, but some part of me doesn't like the sound of that. Better to know exactly where it is, ya dig?"
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Post by getsuga on Dec 15, 2020 14:55:50 GMT
Jeremiah chokes on his own laughter. "Yall'r turning into the COLDEST trainers!" He drapes his arms over Jace and Tully as he leads them into the Pokemon League.
"Yo Sana, it seems like that Diancie is waiting to pop a question, no pressure." He says looking back.
To Sana's side she sees the Diancie who isn't Ruby swaying from side to side with uncertainty expressed on her face. "Since I'm out of a job, do you think I can run with you and your gang?" She asks.
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Post by kurohagane on Dec 16, 2020 2:25:44 GMT
Is it okay? For a legendary Pokemon Diancie, the one she sees as her goddess, to join their journey to the top of the league? "I-is it okay? Advising Ruby may be better..."
It is then Ruby's words echoes in her mind, the one promise she made before they are separated and she ascends. To never doubt herself. Sana changes her tune, having Diancie to help her against the Elite Four, Jace and Paradiso will certainly boost her chance of victory.
"Certainly, Dinacie, the road ahead will be dangerous but let's add one more good memory for Ruby to have, my ascension as the League Champion." Sana brings her newcompanion to an embrace.
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Post by getsuga on Dec 18, 2020 5:44:29 GMT
www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHhusMnLKW8"Finally, a perfect response!" Diancie jumps in joy to Sana's proposal. ------------------------------------- You meet two guards at the entrance who collect your badges and armbands. After stepping inside you'll no longer need them. They lead you to an iron door, one that can put put bank vaults to shame. With their combined strength, they twist the locking mechanism and slowly you hear cylinders and pins coming apart. A couple more difficult-to-enter doors later you all gaze on the main hall of the league. The interior architechure was made by master of their craft. From the entrance is a manicured carpet leading to the smiling Nurse Joy sitting beside her station. The floor resembled liquid marble. The wax job was so elegantly done one misstep off the carpet and one may think they're falling into calm waters. Not a shadow could hide in such a place, the endless rows of chandeliers make sure of that. The sophistication of this palace makes you wonder if this has ever had a speck of dirt inside of it. "Congratulations for making it this far, dear trainers!" Nurse Joy cries out from her station. "Please don't be anxious over the elegance of the room! This building has to be a status symbol. It must be a place where all trainers need to be. It must also make the residents here look separate from the rest, untouchable. Buuuut I'm sure their rooms says otherwise." Nurse Joy chuckles to lighten up the mood. "My team and I can heal your Pokémon in record time! And if you need any last items we can help out with that too!"
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Post by Trixander on Dec 18, 2020 15:12:51 GMT
It was amazing to finally be here. No matter what happened next, they were part of a very exclusive group of people. Jace wasn't satisfied, but he was proud. They had all come so far, each in their own way. Life would never be the same.
"I cashed out at the bottom of the mountain," Jace said. "I'm ready." He decided to leave it at that, but Ace echoed the sentiment with the Eevee equivalent of a bark. The two of them were ready. It was time to take on the champ.
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Post by madandy on Dec 18, 2020 17:04:24 GMT
Tully hums for a few moments before shrugging and buying a PP Up, as well as, outside of any of the others view, paying the nurse for a large surgical knife he saw and liked the look of.
That done, he squares his shoulders. "Well, ain't gonna get no easier if we wait. Let's go."
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Post by getsuga on Dec 18, 2020 17:49:51 GMT
Nurse Joy points you in the direction of the Elite Four. "Your next opponents are right up the stairs and through the door. My team and I will give our full support when you come back, regardless if you're laughing or crying!"You ascend the staircase leading to a segment of the palace where you fight the elite four and the champion. This extends do an even longer and narrow area - exposing two doors on the left and right side, with a great double door across the halls. Previous door opens with startling speed. A lone man steps into the hall. The glowing lights of the main hall blinds all but his shape for the moment. His well built yet slender frame gives off a presence that he should not be messed with. He stops in his tracks as soon as he spots you. "Oh crap, I was too late hehe..." He says softly with a light scruff of his hair. The door closes from behind and the light of the chandeliers fade, giving color his features. His back-reaching lapis colored hair flutters in the closing draft. It coincidentally matches the marble flooring. Even though you have the high ground, his fierce eyes of the same color tell a different story. A steamy tomato soup spreads its aroma from the tray he's holding. Forgoing the look of someone who got caught in the act, he sends out a proper greet. "Hey, you three here for the challenge?"
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Post by Trixander on Dec 18, 2020 19:36:12 GMT
"That's us," Jace pointed to one of the side doors. "I assume we start here."
It takes Jace a moment to realize that the man was holding soup. He transferred his point from the door to the bowl. "Uh, what's that for?"
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Post by getsuga on Dec 18, 2020 20:12:00 GMT
His eyes wander to the door, Jace's decision leads him to a tragic realization. "You're gonna fight Luna first? She's pretty scary to be honest. I would go with Kaysal as an opener (not that he's weaker than her, just brace yourselves for her quirkiness)." Pointing to the door opposite of hers. Never losing his outward and friendly disposition.
"This right here... Is my lunch!" He tilts the plate, allowing the soup to roll along the edges of the bowl. "I wanted to get to my room without being spotted, but I ran into Jeremiah! I haven't seen him since I approved his proposal of being a gym leader. His chatter is a bit overwhelming, but that's just the type of guy he is and I can respect that."
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Post by Trixander on Dec 18, 2020 21:36:36 GMT
It suddenly struck Jace that this soup wielding guy was in fact the champion. This was the exact moment they were looking for. Jace was eager to take on the Elite Four, but there was somehow an even more important matter at hand.
"So then, are you the champion? The rest of the world has been going to hell and we could use your help. Paradiso's boss has been committing a takeover of... well, everything." What he wanted to ask was why. Why was the Elite Four not more involved? Why has the champion been up here all of this time, when Nexus needed him most?
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Post by getsuga on Dec 19, 2020 21:16:13 GMT
Kannon glows "Good insight, promising trainer!" He breathes in the aroma, taking some time to think about Jace's question. "In this complex situation, my thoughts are-""Do you see any towns burned to the ground? How about the screams of women and children?" A voice falls to your ears. The four doors open revealing four figures, you identify the one calling you out. Kaysal, a boy no older than Roderick should be be, looks at the group unpassionately. "No? Then I'd say everything is alright under Heaven."Vell (Travest's brother from Hayden), who is much older and taller than his peers, drops to his needs in with lament. "O WOE! O WOE!"To my chalice I weep Three Soldiers their forces were one To strike the wise and virtuous Sun, they leap So close, only to fall against Tigers with wings.He does not move from his pose, but his eyes pierce you through his jet black bangs. "If that's not a tragedy then I don't know what is..."
"Our job is to protect the Nexus League Champ! Trainers like you are always coming at Kannon like he owes you money." Luna fiercely barges out of her room. Her red floral patterned kimono slowly lags behind. She sits ontop of the still woeful Vell and reassures the trainers with an ever-stern voice. "We don't deal with the gym leader's state of affairs and defense. Now if any invader wants to tango with us, please come to me with that wonderful story." She sighs in glee for something interesting to happen. (Please remove yourself from my posterior!)
"I for one would love to listen to your stories alll night <3" Sumi Tremaux, maybe a bit older than Jace, drapes her arms around Tully from behind. Her perfume completely makes the scent of tomato soup a memory. She unravels his white scarf only to wrap it around themselves. She looks to Jace, which causes Tully to have a mouthful of her silver hair. "If you were champion, you could make us do anything. Even something as heroic as saving Nexus from this invisible enemy."Well, there you have it. Kannon says, continuing to walk past them. "Don't underestimate the power of the Nexus gym leaders. Paradiso is trending now, but if they were a threat it would be swiftly dealt with. I don't know what kind of impact Paradiso can have, but I believe people can change. Is that not so?" Kannon says in reference to their growing popularity and radical change to the Prime Minister's personality.
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Post by Trixander on Dec 20, 2020 2:11:09 GMT
He should have expected this. When you have been at the top for so long, it was probably hard not to be above it all. They didn't even know what was happening. Did they know about the thing he had in the bottom of his bag? They were talking about the grand scheme of things. Maybe Nexus would be fine, ultimately. That wasn't the time scale Jace was working with.
When the Elite Four spoke, it became clear what would have to happen. Jace smiled, it was going to happen anyway. "So if I was champion, I could make you do anything?" Jace looked to each of them in turn, measuring their response. "Because I have a feeling that there will be intruders soon, and they will break down those iron gates if they have to."
He shook his head. "But I know that won't convince you. If we must fall against the Tigers to drive them to action, then so be it. Though, know that we fully intend to crash into them with all we have. And when we win, we will defend the villages before they burn down. We will save Nexus before it is too late."
"Enough talk, time is running short. I know now that I can't just ask you to follow me into battle. Now, let us show you why we are worthy of leading you into battle." Though the situation was dire, and his words were heavy, there was an eager gleam in Jace's eyes. If the Champion wouldn't willingly help, he would become the Champion himself.
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Post by getsuga on Dec 21, 2020 21:40:45 GMT
"Excellent! Excellent!" Vell springs to his feet in approval. "Our battles will be legendary!"
"Sounds fair. Depending on your performance, I'll decide for myself to follow you." Kaysal adjusts his pokemon belt for the upcoming battle. "Though it'll be unfair 4 on 3"
Luna lets out a toothy smile. "Lets try that on them! Even I can tell these shrewd brats haven't been at their wits end in a while." Without waiting for an answer, she marches to her room's hall. Prompting everyone to follow suit.
Kaysal and Sumi follow suit without a word. "Instead of fighting you one on one, we devised a way where all of us can battle at once. Would you care for that?" Vell asks in an unobtrusive manner, but you can see the excitement he's holding back in his smile.
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Post by Trixander on Dec 22, 2020 4:11:51 GMT
Time was of the essence. If a five battle gauntlet could be avoided, then all the better. "Sounds good. If it isn't a four on three, what are the rules?" Rules, League combat. This was where Jace shined.
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