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Post by DataNinja on Dec 13, 2019 23:27:59 GMT
As the group leaves Verdanturf, Rainbow mentions "...thank you for last night. It was nice to have some time in the company of people who didn't judge, who really didn't even care. In a different way than people who've gone through those struggles. Because that's always still hanging there, even if it's never discussed. Here, at least. It's always a different feeling than back home."
"So, you wanting a boring day today," Yellow asks, "or what? Because I hope it's not just walking..."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 1:17:25 GMT
"Well, after you flipped your gender so casually yesterday, I had sort of wondered what it'd be like to be a guy for a day. So... I wish to live the day like I was born and raised a guy?" Bee shrugs halfheartedly. "That aside it's probably just going to be walking yeah."
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 1:26:22 GMT
Yellow laughs. "Man, I can't change your past. You now, can do that. But all that you've been? That's all beyond anything I can touch. Glad you have such faith in my abilities, but, believe me... that sort of stuff might be beyond even the height of my capabilities. Anyways, don't imagine it'll really be any different, but, eh, whatever floats your boat. Might spice things up, who knows." He chuckles again, and Bea feels a little... lighter in the front. And in the hair. Her clothes seem to adjust, at least, so it's not all loose.
"Hmm," Rainbow says, looking at her... him? "I don't know how I feel about it," she teases. "I'm used to the way you usually look."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 2:02:25 GMT
"This is... different." He chuckles, adjusting the collar of his coat, his expression seguing into surprise. "I can feel my voice in my chest. Haha... this is too cool." Giving a little twirl, arms out to his sides, he came to a stop.
"Well, pardon me for playing with powers beyond my comprehension." Bee teased Yellow. "Well Rainbow, you've got a day to decide if you like it or not. You look really nice still. Don't suppose I could be a Pokemon one of these days, or is that too far too?"
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 2:16:12 GMT
"...why would I look different?" Rainbow asks, looking herself over concernedly. "I didn't change too, did I?"
"No, no, don't worry," Yellow says dismissively. "I wouldn't do it if someone didn't ask. Again, I don't really just do things." He considers Bee's request. "That is... trickier. I could probably try, but it would likely be a lot more... different. Humans and Pokémon are different, physiologically. You'd likely end up with a lot more instinctual behaviour. It's why the stones don't make humans go crazy. Just hurts 'em, since your bodies aren't made of energy."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 2:25:38 GMT
"You didn't change, I did. Though I guess I did start giving thought to some stuff yesterday that is typically pretty far from my mind. Haven't really met too many male intellectuals, which is always where I thought romance started. Yesterday was firsts in a lot of ways." Color tinged his cheeks, and he shoved his hands in his pockets for lack of something to do with them. "I figure we can go poking around the water near Mauville when we get there, give my team a day of rest before trying the next gym." His attempt at changing the subject, and any scrutiny as a result of that only made him turn redder.
"Rainbow, do you think we should get a sample from other meteors while we move about the region? Will the one be enough, purified? Scary as that was, and reluctant as I am to repeat it, I would rather be more prepared, not less. That said, we don't have an undying companion to retrieve a sample for us..."
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 2:31:27 GMT
"Ah, okay… but, I mean, your change is only skin-deep, right? So, unless you got brand-new eyes," she giggles, "the world and people in it should look the same right?"
"Sorry that there's not exactly a lot of intellectuals with you on this trip," she says. "Hopefully we're not that bad of company, though. And... sure, we can go to the beach. I'll still stay away from the water, but it'd be nice to see and smell the ocean again."
She thinks over his question. "...I think it'll be enough. Probably. It all depends on if the tech's the same now as in my time or not. If it's less efficient... it might not be enough. But... I'd rather go get more if we find we need it, rather than risking dying for something we turn out to not need."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 2:40:18 GMT
"Every major experience in our lives should give us a moment's pause to consider our place in the world. Since I met you, there has been incredible development every other day or so. You have been a catalyst, for my betterment, and both of you are great company, even if Yellow prefers to be hands off." He gave the Pokemon a playful nudge. "I'll get a feel for it eventually. I can't imagine not experimenting constantly with what you have, but it seems you are more interested in the social and emotional reactions then the ability itself. Guessing you already have a strong grasp on what it can and can't do."
"I wouldn't worry too much Rainbow, being with people that are different is what highlights the things that make them special. Do you have any talents you are particularly proud of?"
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 2:45:22 GMT
"Oh, uh, I'm flattered," Rainbow says, "but I think you give me, at least, too much credit. You're the reason you grew. I'm sure it would have happened without me. All... all I can do is span. I mean, that makes me special, but... I dunno, I guess I won't really feel pride about it unless I can do some good. It doesn't feel like I've actually done much to help people so far."
"Remember, I don't think like you. You people are interesting, but I couldn't imagine living my live like you all do, hustling and bustling as slaves to your whims, rarely thinking the consequences truly through."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 2:51:04 GMT
There's a stutter in his step, and the boy comes to a stop, turning towards Rainbow with a concerned look on his face that doesn't abate after he observes her for another moment. "No, I meant like cooking, drawing, singing, dancing? Is the future really that dark that you don't have any hobbies or things you did just because you enjoyed them? Spanning is an incredible and powerful tool, and it's certainly a part of you... but...?" His head cocked a bit to one side and he gave yellow a little nod of acknowledgement.
"When your life is measured in centuries, a decision made over the course of years must seem impulsive." He comments while Rainbow considers the question.
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 3:06:32 GMT
"Oh, uh, there are things like that, yeah," she says, "I'm just not... good at any of them. That's why I want so hard to make a difference. Because I'm not really good at anything else. I like, just... watching nature, staring at things for hours. Seeing the clouds, the flowers, the waves. All that stuff. But... it's not a talent. It's just me goofing off, really."
Yellow snorts. "Years. You act like spending years making a choice is the norm. Days if you're lucky. A lot of the time it's moment-to-moment."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 3:14:50 GMT
Bee shakes his head and chuckles, the smile returning again. "Nothing wrong with that either, as long as you enjoy it. Thanks for coming along stargazing last night. Even if she was nice, I wasn't really alright to be alone with strangers." Conversation from there drifted into the usual smalltalk, Bee taking notice of the difference in his gait.
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 3:57:48 GMT
It's not that long before Mauville begins to loom on the horizon, heralding the fact that this will indeed be a relatively short walk. But, before getting to that area, the group first encounters a group of guys clearly training for... well, a variety of sporting activities. There're some running, some biking to and fro, some doing just some basic exercises. There's at least a dozen, plus various Pokémon either running alongside or giving encouragement. Or, in the case of one Slaking, just lazing around doing nothing.
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 15:40:51 GMT
"When in Rome." Bee shrugged and approached one of the trainees that was tending to a more stationary activity like crunches or pushups. "Are you guys working out for any reason in particular, or just taking a day to bond?" Conceptually, the idea of getting stronger made sense, but in practice performing activities for the sole purpose of doing so just sounded boring. Probably tiring too.
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 17:45:48 GMT
The trainer takes a moment, seeming to get to a specific number, before taking a break and getting up. "Oh, hey dude. There's a triathlon next month, and it's always easier training in a group. Oh, hello there," he adds, seeing Rainbow follow Bea's approach, and rather ignoring Bea. "What brings you to this neck of the woods?"
"I... uh, don't know what woods you're meaning," she says, "but... walking?"
He chuckles. "Cute. So, hey, what say you ditch your boyfriend there and I take you out for a nice dinner tonight?"
"I... what?" Rainbow flushes. "First... not my, uh, boyfriend. Second... I think... I'm good."
"Look, I'm not asking for any commitment," he says, protesting, "just a guy like that probably doesn't know how to show a girl a nice night."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 18:57:42 GMT
"Oh, I don't know about that." Bee retorts, a sly smile touching the corners of his mouth. "I figure a little time together just observing nature, maybe taking in a sunset over ice cream, then stargazing would be a great time together. I wouldn't know the first thing about dating a girl though." He shrugs, a twinkle in his eyes. Seeing his friend so flustered gave the boy butterflies and another sensation to which he was not familiar. She really was beautiful the way color spread across her face when she was embarrassed, and how her wings and antennae twitched just so with that nervousness.
"Anyway, she said no, so what can you do?" A gloved hand slid inside of his coat to get a grip on one of his Pokeballs. He was touchy and ready for another fight over this sort of thing.
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 19:05:42 GMT
Rainbow flushes harder at it all, while Yellow seems to just be smug hanging back, taking it all in.
"Look, dude, I know what it means. I also know that sometimes people say things without thinking on it," the man says, irately. "Look, you want to go at it? Insulting me, like I'm some creep? Thaddeus over there needs a workout," he gestures to the Slaking, "but he's only interested in battling. So, let's go. He'll take on your best, little smarmy punk."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 19:23:31 GMT
"You -did- just make a pass at a perfect stranger." He reminds the other boy, drawing a ball from his coat. "My best... Well..." He considers the impressive musculature of the Slaking for a moment, before releasing Limul. "Not that I'd -mind- being Rainbow's boyfriend, I think she is great, but you should at least know someone's name before you go asking stuff like that."
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Post by DataNinja on Dec 14, 2019 19:36:28 GMT
"Look, dude, you miss 100% of the shots you never take. No chance if you don't try," he nods sagely before blinking at Rainbow. "Rainbow? What kind of parent names their kid 'Rainbow?'"
"What kind of Trainer names their Pokémon 'Thaddeus', Trevor?" another voice calls over, as one of the other people seems to have also started on a break. There's a bit of laughter from others around.
"Hey, Thaddeus is a perfectly respectable name! Strong name for a strong 'mon. Lots of powerful syllables!" The Slaking flexes one arm lazily, showing its muscles. Trevor looks down at the Anorith. "What's that guy's name? Can't be any better. And I guess I'll need yours to know who I flexed on."
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Post by Robot on Dec 14, 2019 19:48:28 GMT
"That's Limul, and I'm just Bee for short. Mauville will be gym four for me, let's see how hard Thaddius can flex." His hands slid back into his pockets and he waited with some measure of confidence for the battle to begin. (Limul has Adaptability from the Rainbow Badge).
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