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Post by seraphflonne on Jul 15, 2020 2:04:39 GMT
"I gotta say, this thing sure can take a beating, Throw down some more rocks!" The steel clawed digger reveals chunks of rocks it has in it's claws, tossing them up and letting them rain down on the scizor. Focused Orders
Rock Slide VS Head, Core, Left Arm. AC 4 Acc 12 (14) 61 Rock Physical (resisted one stage less)
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 15, 2020 3:00:06 GMT
The rocks clatter against the machine, dislodging some components - at least a few of which look pretty important. "Core integrity compromised. Warning."Ajax jumps up and gives a swing of psychic energy at the remaining functional arm, but it doesn't seem to do a whole lot. And it gets a retaliatory shocking punch in answer. "Discharging energy buildup." It releases another dazzling beam right into Wild Bill's face... and this time, the fluff falls to the ground and remains still. The Core is Staggered by Rock Slide. The Left Arm is hit by Rock Slide. The Head is hit by Rock Slide. Left Arm is hit by Psycho Cut. It's not very effective. Gallade takes an injury from Thunder Punch. Whimsicott takes 36 damage and an injury from Flash Cannon and Faints.
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Post by Robot on Jul 15, 2020 14:06:24 GMT
"Yore up Fred, best've luck, keep a lookout on Gallade there wouldja?" Theo positions Fred beside Gallade to make use of Bodyguard. Fred acts on 8.
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 15, 2020 20:33:50 GMT
Looking over the opposition, the surface of the bot seems to ripple and shift, the colour of the sterile floor weaving up its body. "Defensive structure reconstituted. Engaging refraction module.""We're down," Nicole says, "But don't count us out yet. We still have a few tricks up our sleeves. I'm no quitter, and neither is Tess."
The Head uses Camouflage. Scizor is now a Normal Type. Scizor triggers Blender.
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Post by seraphflonne on Jul 15, 2020 22:21:53 GMT
"Hm... Wait it out?" Kai's not really sure about just swinging recklessly, and feeling that hesitation and hearing that, the Mole decided to burrow down, drilling through the earth and hiding from the Mech for a turn. Mahalo Used Dig!
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 15, 2020 23:20:58 GMT
"Wait? The best defense is a good offense, Kai!" Evelyn says. "Like... so!" At her signal, Ajax lunges for the remaining arm and delivers a series of rapid strikes, cutting the last of the exposed important-looking parts, even through the difficult-to-discern outline. The arm sparks, and then goes limp. "Caution, critical damage, reactor in flux. Shutdown imminent. Estimated time to failure: two minutes. Rerouting power to remaining systems.""Go on," Nicole says, grinning. "I want to see exactly how much punishment this iteration can take."
Left Arm is destroyed from Aerial Ace. A critical hit! The Core is staggered, and takes an injury. Scizor gains +1 Accuracy and +1 Crit Range.
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Post by Robot on Jul 15, 2020 23:35:00 GMT
"Aright Fred, Reversal!" The Arcanine gives a howl and bounds high, turning and delivering an impressive kick without much faltering, landing with an impressive speed and grace. (55 Fighting Physical to the Head.)
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 15, 2020 23:52:38 GMT
There's an immense sparking from the head as it's partially torn from the neck, the eyes dimming. The voice speaks once more, though seemingly from a worse-quality speaker in the chest. "Warning, cascade, cascade, casc-"There's an explosion of energy venting from the core, burning over the pair of Pokémon around. Fred remains proud and ready, if more than a little singed, while Ajax is... not looking too great. But it's still hanging on. Suddenly, an irate chittering is heard as the Rotom piloting things exits the mech, and bolts over to Nicole and starts yammering at her. "Don't worry, Tess, you did good," Nicole reassures it, "I saw where a lot of flaws were, so those'll be fixed for next time. But, really, you should learn to eject before the last minute! I know you want to give as much helpful feedback statements as you can, but I think I can tell when things blow up! Ahem, uh, anyways, I have a job to do. We'll get back to this later."She turns to the challengers. "Anyways, well done! I very much enjoyed that. At the very least, it will be memorable in that this was the first deployment of this system. Needs some tweaking, but I agree it was a satisfactory challenge. Now, for a reward... I personally don't feel that I can give any one reward that really fits all of my particular moods and tastes, so, you get some money. Likewise, the Innovation Badge is changeable. Look at it different ways, and it's a different colour. Let that be a reminder that sometimes it's best to just... look at a problem from a different angle."
The Head is Destroyed by Reversal. It's super effective! The Core is Staggered and destroyed. Fred takes 70 damage and 2 injuries from Self-Destruct. Ajax Endures and remains at 1 HP.
You get a Milestone! And can raise your 'mon to 45. You get 2k money. You also get the Innovation Badge, which grants Mimicry. (A Gen 8 Ability.)
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Post by Robot on Jul 16, 2020 2:04:01 GMT
"Feeling better Evelyn?" Theo turned towards the girl and offered a warm smile. "Ahm still mighty restless myself, but I'd say it was a good way to burn off some steam. We should hurry on over to the center and rotate out so we can be ready fer later. Thanks fer the match Nicole, and the funds. Busy times ahead n'all that."
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Post by seraphflonne on Jul 18, 2020 4:52:35 GMT
Kai gives a gracious nod to the gym leader as he takes the badge. He eyes Theo for a minute when he mentions rotating out, scratching his chin as he thinks it over. "I'll probably just switch Keahi in for Mahalo. Wela and Puraha need some use, so it's only fair I give them both a chance, I may have caught too many Pokemon, if I'm honest."
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 18, 2020 5:20:28 GMT
"I should be thanking you," Nicole says, before laughing. "But, you're welcome. Have a safe journey, and be well on the roads ahead."
"Yeah, lot less antsy now," Evelyn says, as they leave. "Dunno if you guys want to go to the beach after the Center? I, uh, definitely am not in a good shape to battle any more steam out," she admits, laughing. "Madeline took a beating, and Ajax is just clinging on. I would rather not go seeking out fights with just one 'mon."
As the trio approaches the Center, the familiar red roof in sight, Theo's Nav gets a beep. Checking the message to see what Ruby sent... he notices the number isn't Ruby's. It's Ayah's. The text is short and to the point, just two short lines.
"I'm sorry. I still love you."
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Post by Robot on Jul 18, 2020 12:06:39 GMT
Theodore's brow knit, a sad smile tugging at the corners of his mouth, but he didn't make her wait long for an answer.
"I forgive you. I love you too, more than words can say. I'm sorry for not understanding the position you were in, please let me help? You shouldn't have to be alone."
"Ayah's contacted me... I'm going to get my team shuffled and wait, I guess."
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 18, 2020 15:59:11 GMT
"What?" Evelyn asks, her eyes going wide. "What did she say? Do we know where to find her? ...we should make sure to tell Ruby. Ohhh, I feel so stupid now, insisting on this fighting to blow off steam." It feels like she rapidly cycles through a series of emotions all fighting to get out.
No response comes from Ayah, though, even after people get their team shuffled, and the injured 'mon are in the Center.
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Post by seraphflonne on Jul 18, 2020 16:09:29 GMT
Kai's face goes from cheerful to blank at Theo's words, he still wasn't sure how to process everything. He gave out a sigh, looking over at Evelyn. "Guess we'll have to rain check the beach, I don't think it's the mood for it anymore."
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Post by Robot on Jul 18, 2020 16:30:34 GMT
"Just that she was sorry, and she loves me.". Theo responds with a sullenness. He checks his phone often hoping for more but nothing comes. His heart sinks. "I really hope that wasn't meant to be a goodbye..."
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 18, 2020 16:52:21 GMT
"Yeah, guess you're right," Evelyn replies to Kai. "Sorry, man. Should've listened to your suggestion right off the bat. Then we'd be in better shape for... whatever happens."
"I'm sure it's not a goodbye," Ruby says, having spent the last little while on her own device. She puts her hand comfortingly on Theo's shoulder, before taking a deep breath. She continues, her voice low, gathering the group around. "I got us a location," she says. "Well... Quinn did. The signal came from across the island, in the more rural part of Mossdeep. Not too many houses there, so I have a probable address. And I've... I've written up a letter to my dad, explaining everything. Telling him what we've learned. All the information. Just- just in case... something happens. It'll go out in a week, in the off chance that we're not in a position to cancel it." She gives a wan smile. "I'm sure it'll all be fine though. We're strong. I have no idea what we'll find... but at the very least I can try and punch whoever did this to us all in the face. Is there... is there anything you guys want to have put in there, for anyone, before I set it to hang there?"
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Post by seraphflonne on Jul 18, 2020 17:09:59 GMT
"I... got nothing. I don't plan on dying, but even if I did, I don't think anything I'd say would be a comfort to my mom or anyone for that matter." Kai looks rather sad, despite his confident words, Too worried about what they could find where they're going.
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Post by Robot on Jul 18, 2020 17:18:49 GMT
"A note for yer dad to make sure my mom is taken care of wouldn't Bea bad idea. I ain't saying die yet anyhow. Let's get going, good on you to ping her again like that.". Theo shouldered both packs, Six, Butch Cassidy, and Big Iron at his hip.
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Post by DataNinja on Jul 18, 2020 17:33:42 GMT
"Nah, we aren't gonna die," Evelyn says, grinning. "We're just going to meet up with an old friend. Piece of cake. Dunno why you're getting all melodramatic over it, Ruby. Anyways, soon as you're finished up there, we can grab all our stuff and head out. Glad we didn't leave Ayah's stuff at the café, though," she says, nodding at Theo's packs.
"Alright, alright," Ruby says, laughing, as she finishes up typing things, and then putting her C-Gear away. "You're right, I'm Little Miss Doom And Gloom. Lead on, Miss Sunshine."
Evelyn confidently heads towards the door, before wheeling back and saying, "...you never actually said where we were going."
Ruby holds back a giggle, trying to maintain a straight face. "You're right. I didn't. Now let's go."
The group make their way across town, before leaving the city proper. The rolling hills are lush with foliage, the roads aren't paved, and it all feels... much more pastoral. There are some farms around, the ones on the ocean side just seem to be rather large properties, with the houses that are visible in much older styles than any modern construction.
And then, eventually, Ruby brings them to a stop. The driveway that she looks down winds through a meadow of multicoloured flowers, beyond some trees, to where a house is just barely visible beyond. It's definitely a large property.
"So... here we are. I hope. Everyone... everyone ready? Man, wouldn't that be awkward if we just knocked on some random person's door?" She gives a nervous laugh.
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Post by Robot on Jul 18, 2020 17:40:57 GMT
"Not going to lie... This view is getting me excited and jumpy in weird ways...". Theo comments as he starts up the driveway. "They have lupins, bluebells, marigolds, snapdragons... I've never seen so many different kinds of flowers in one place before. Also I am pretty sure having your boyfriend stalk you to a place he's never been cross a sea is pretty awkward too, paying no mind to the whole task at hand."
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