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Post by Joltz on Jan 23, 2020 12:27:39 GMT
Max helps everyone recover throughout the period of 2 weeks. He uses special ointments and makes sure to change your bandages twice per day. He has a very caring nature, although over the course of those 2 weeks, he never responds to any inquiries of what you're doing here, what the plan going forward is, or what happened to the others that were present in the attack. He comes to greet you in the doorway of your room after 2 weeks. His outfit went from a nurse/doctor to that of a backpacker, with a big backpack strapped on his back. "I wish you good luck guys. I'm off to the next job. Froppy is waiting for you outside." He disappears from the doorway. When you walk outside of the facility, it becomes obvious that you’re on a volcanic island. There are many trees heading up to the top of the volcano. You deduce that it probably hasn’t erupted in very long time. Looking down, you can see the coastline, with trees spreading through the entire area up until the beach. Before you stands an otter-like creature. “Choo choo choochoooo chooooooohhhhhh”It wiggles its butt left and right as it speaks.
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Post by getsuga on Jan 23, 2020 16:24:27 GMT
"What the hell is this?" Rava says in disgust. His eyes squint away at how horrendous this creature was designed. After two weeks of seeing the same people, THIS is the first being he must talk to? Beautiful people should not be tortured in this way. The world must be wondering if the great Rava died as well considering he hasn't shown his face in two weeks.
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Post by ventix on Jan 23, 2020 18:40:29 GMT
"If this one had to guess, I would say that it is our guide. As for species, it would seem to be some manner of kappa."
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Post by oddeyes on Jan 23, 2020 19:09:28 GMT
Guinevere smiles brightly, and approaches the the tiny green thing. She bends over, and waves. "Haha! Hello, tiny friend! Are you here to lend us aid?"
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Post by Joltz on Jan 24, 2020 17:45:17 GMT
The creature keeps wiggling its butt and body left to right as it continues to explain.
"Chooo choo choo choooooochoochoooooooohhh choohh chooooooo chouuuuuuuuuuuuuuuhhhhhh"
As it's making these strange noises, you struggle to make sense of it, but at one point you start hearing words in your head.
"A master Hunter respects all of the creatures nature has to offer, and doesn't let xenophobia or narrow views of beauty guide their decision making."
"Let me take you to the top of the mountain, Cinda awaits us there."
Froppy hops over to Himeko and takes her left hand, then he takes the right hand of Guin and starts walking them upwards. After taking a couple of steps, he looks back: "Choo?"
"Coming Rava?"
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Post by ventix on Jan 24, 2020 17:56:19 GMT
"Where are we exactly? Some manner of hidden Hunter facility?" Himeko asks curiously. "Forgive mine inquisitive mood, however we have been starved for answers for two weeks now."
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Post by getsuga on Jan 24, 2020 18:03:10 GMT
Gahhh! Get out of my head you freak! Rava says in his mental communication, but on the outside he is vigorously and most frantically shaking his head and scratching his scalp.
His jaw drops when when Guin and Himeko have accepted even being touched by that. He crosses his arms while deciding to become temporary allies with this kappa. "Fine, fine. I don't really have a choice if I want to go back home. And yeah what is the situation over here?" Rava says in hopes of escalating Himeko's request.
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Post by oddeyes on Jan 25, 2020 23:48:09 GMT
Guinny happily lets the creature escort them to their destination. "And what of those we were with? The chairman, Zodiacs, and fellow hunters? I worry for their safety as well..."
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Post by Joltz on Jan 26, 2020 5:51:58 GMT
Froppy jumps up and down while holding the hands of Guin and Himeko. He seems happy.
He does set a high pace for the group. The angle of the climb is getting steeper as you move through the forest.
"Choo chooooooochoo chooooooo chuhchooo choooooooochoo choo ...."
"This is one of the islands northeast of Jappon. Mankind never settled here because of some powerful and cunning predators inhabiting the jungle. Although with current technology they obviously would be able to tame the area. The Hunter Association has so many beast hunters and bio-life researchers that they tried to buy the island. But sadly the people of Jappon seem to be good business people. We pay a hefty sum per Hunter that enters the island, as some sort of rent. Ah well it keeps them from deforesting the whole area, turning it into a volcanic theme park or whatever."
When Guin asks about the others, Froppy shrugs.
“Choo choo choochoooo chooooooohhhhhh”
"I don't know, I've been here for the last couple of years. The office of the Chairman sent a raven to deliver a message with the question if I would be able to take you to the next level. Seemed like fun. I'm Froppy by the way. We're nearly there. Do you guys like games?"
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Post by ventix on Jan 27, 2020 22:55:18 GMT
Himeko sighs. "This hopes this Cinda has some answers for us then...I have been going out of my mind with worry for two weeks straight now..."
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Post by getsuga on Jan 28, 2020 14:33:37 GMT
"...Does your game to take us to the next level include fighting these cunning predators?" Rava says as he keeps up the rear. "I'm all in for this game, but one question."
He gives a rather uneasy and lengthy pause, not trying to sound too unpleasant. "How long will you keep up that sound you're making?"
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Post by oddeyes on Jan 30, 2020 5:37:19 GMT
Gwen looks back at Rava, and grins. "No need to be so cautious, Rava! Stick close to me, and no danger will come to you. Unless it's a sneak attack of unimaginable power like last time. Then we might have a few scrapes, and scratches! Hahaha!"
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Post by Joltz on Jan 30, 2020 14:58:54 GMT
Froppy hears a discouraged Himeko and responds: "choo chooo choochocoo ch0000oooOoooo"
"There are a lot of things to worry about in the world. I understand that you care for your friends and family. Aside from that being a Hunter means that you can give full focus to that what you're hunting. You're the predator and they are your prey. You have experienced what the enemy is capable of and you were relatively defenseless against it. Your focus should be in this moment, on yourself, gaining strength for the journey that lies ahead."
When Rava makes his remark, Froppy shakes his head in disappointment. "Choo choooooohhhh"
"So much to learn …"
Together you all reach the top of the mountain. Froppy leads you to a cave opening that can only lead you inside the mountain.
"Chooo choo choooOOOooooh Choochoo chuchooooooo choooo"
"Inside Cinda awaits you to play a game of high stakes Charmander-Charmander-Squirtle. Part of the training is figuring out the rules of the game while you're playing it. The first tip I'll give you is to enjoy the game. The second tip I will give you is: watch your footing or else you'll be cookinnnng"
He giggles from delivering his rhyme, and looks you all in the eye to see what you'll do next.
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Post by getsuga on Jan 31, 2020 0:25:03 GMT
Rava peers into the dark cave, squinting as far as his eyes could see against the dark depths.
"You seem to want to me fall into something painful, don't you?" Rava says as he presses against the nearby walls for poisoned darts. Carefully tapping his foot before each committed step, he walks into the cave. "Hey Guin, not trying to turn in into our personal body shield, but would you mind leading us further into the cave? I can cover the rear." Rava takes up her offer by standing alongside the wall. A bead of sweat drops down from his brow.
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Post by ventix on Feb 1, 2020 21:16:03 GMT
After scanning the cave for traps, Himeko sighs and walks in first. "This one is rather disappointed with your lack of courage, Sir Rava. The spine of a Hunter should be made of something stronger than tofu." She scoffs as she walks past.
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Post by oddeyes on Feb 1, 2020 22:36:41 GMT
Guinevere chuckles, and marches forward with shield drawn. "Haha! I don't mind taking point. It's what i'm here for! So how long until this game starts? Also, how is it played? Anyone?"
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Post by getsuga on Feb 1, 2020 23:23:40 GMT
Rava follows close behind Guin. "Oh if only courage were beneficial in preserving my beauty and life." Rava pauses for a moment to think about the game. "With the way Froppy phrased it, we'll absolutely know when the game starts. Second I don't think we can outright fail this challenge. We may have to 'lose' a couple of times, but it's the only way to learn this game we will soon play. Yet, can we really afford to lose..." Rava was confident that him, Guin, and Himeko will get past this game in record time, but one thing about it was bothering him.
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Post by Joltz on Feb 2, 2020 16:23:18 GMT
Froppy waves you off as the team enters the dark caves with suspicion. There are no poisonous darts, or boulder traps, or anything remotely life-threatening on your path. The cave tunnel is just very long, it travels deep into the mountain. Small climbs and descends are easily dealt with along the way. Although the deeper the party travels into the cave, the warmer the temperature gets. You travel deeper and deeper, towards the mountain's core. The heat increases significantly when you go around a corner, that seems to lead to an open room. This is clearly the room where the game will take place. A sign up ahead (sign 1) reads: "Rule 1: using Pokemon = disqualification". A second sign placed just behind it (sign 2) reads: "Other rules: ...". Lava bubbles alongside the playing area. It's safe to assume that you don't wanna be touching it. Every once in a while the bubbling lava sprouts up some splashes. Up ahead you can see statues that all appear like Charmander. Across the room a rabbit-like Pokemon stands and smirks at you.
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Post by getsuga on Feb 2, 2020 19:25:33 GMT
Rava makes sure that Milly is secured on his person. "Hey! Can we pass?" Yelling to the pokemon on the opposite end. Probably wouldn't do any good, but it's always good to ask.
He squats on the edge of the concrete floor, gazing at the imitation of a Charmander. The burning tail tells Rava that it's powered on. Since the whole area is littered with them something tells Rava they wont do anything until acted upon. He goes to touch the statue and observe what it does.
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Post by oddeyes on Feb 6, 2020 1:34:49 GMT
Oh boy. It would've been great for Guinny's partner to help alive this heat. But, upon arriving at the arena, Guinevere still wasn't sure what was supposed to go on. Still she moved closer towards the tiny metal things. She waves to the pokemon nearby. "Hello! Is this where we play the game?"
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