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Post by madandy on Mar 29, 2017 3:12:08 GMT
Still unused to his new form, Xander gets swept off his feet, landing on all fours. He raises an eye-ridge up at the thug - knocked off-balance but not actually hurt that much by the attack.
Before he can respond, however, a knife thuds into the goon's back. Tully chuckles a little - most would have cut and run by now, what with the two-on-one fight and a suddenly bigger opponent. Still, the family never did choose bruisers like this for their brains.
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Post by getsuga on Mar 29, 2017 3:30:17 GMT
The thug is getting wobbly, to the point where he's supporting himself with his bat. He peeks back and does a silly-but-malicious grin at Tully before lifting the bat a few feet and slamming it down on Xander's head.
"All a-yer friends are in this mess cause a you ya bastard. I just hope someone tears you apart before weasel back to your bitch of a sister." *cough*
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Post by madandy on Mar 29, 2017 3:40:05 GMT
"Suuuuuure." Tully says, snorting a little as he walks up to the thug. "'smy fault you mugs got sore over someone not goin' down an' won't take "piss off" for an answer."
Forgoing a knife this time, he simply punches him in the face, knocking him to the floor.
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Post by getsuga on Mar 29, 2017 3:53:13 GMT
The thug falls to the ground unconscious, releasing Xander.
"Why didn't ya just do that at the start?" Marcos interrupts Tully's victory. "Ya know they only mess with you cause ya don't show 'em anything to respect. It'll be different if you yelled and break some stuff from time to time."
He stands up and walks over a few goons before walking onto the main streets. "Nevermind these guys. Pack up yer new suitcase and lets go for a walk, Reese. Where's your little bird?" __________________________________________
Meanwhile...
"No causing a scene for now. Wait until Felicia's done with you." Jeremy demolishes Marietta's plan. Knowing it's some kind of showboat-y scheme to get more money. Maybe she won't even need money where she'll be going once her three hours are up.
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Post by madandy on Mar 29, 2017 16:03:49 GMT
"Ain't my style, bro!" Tully shrugs, looking Xander over. "Plus, bein' the runt o' the litter's got its advantages. Like, notice anythin' 'bout these guys? Like how there's only a few3 of 'em, 'stead of a whole legion? I keep myself lookin' weedy, they don't try too hard to weed me. Escalation o' force, I think it's called - I started breakin' stuff, they start sendin' guys who can't be broke."
He releases Cassie and Otto as he joins his brother - he's probably safe for the moment, but there's no sense taking chances.
"So, what's with the in-fightin'? There some kinda schism goin' on? Gotta say, didn't think me runnin' away from a job'd do that."
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Post by getsuga on Mar 29, 2017 17:48:10 GMT
"Fair 'nough. Since our Sis is a gym leader we hafta leave this place for a while. Can't risk losing her job that she finds fun. It my my idea anyway, so if anyone's got a problem with it they can get bent." Marcos voice raises a bit. He takes out a cigarette and lights it. Causing his tense shoulders to lower. "Ya know why I don't punish these guys for messing with you and Felicia? Probably the same reason why the Pokemon League exists. And also why Megatron keeps Starscream."
"'cause everyone has a right to challenge the top! Sometimes I just won't let them..." He says in a stoic pose. He commands Cassie to perch on his arm like one of those raptor birds. "You and those two kids are preparing for a rumble against Felicia right? No other reason for y'all to be out here. With the coordination you have now, you won't be able to win with 2/3rds of your 'mon like this. Why don't you just evolve Cassie now and maybe she'll last a hit or two longer."
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Post by kurohagane on Mar 30, 2017 5:56:57 GMT
Marietta lightly chops Jeremy's shoulder, her expression remains the same, the usual smile. "Do you really want to stop me, Brendan?" Her smile is like cracked vase, the leaking water being insignificant, but upon deeper look one could sense something very unsettling. "No, you do not want to stop me. This time, I'll let it slide."
She scans for a secluded and safe area for crafting.
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Post by madandy on Mar 30, 2017 17:00:55 GMT
Tully nods. "Yeah, we talked 'bout it. And we agreed it's better if she stays like this. Like I said, bigger ain't always better." He takes a coin out of his pocket and catches Cassie's eye, exchanging a brief smile with her. "Like this, she's smaller, she's sharper and she's quicker." He flips the coin into the air, whereupon Cassie launches herself from Marcos's arm, snatches the coin in the air, flies around to Marcos again and drops the coin into his hand, giving him a beaky smirk.
Tully smiles. "Evolvin' her might... and I mean might make battles a little easier. But battles ain't everythin' and outside o' them, small's the better way to go."
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Post by getsuga on Mar 30, 2017 17:51:39 GMT
Marcos rubs the back of his head, a bit stunned. "As always, you know what yet doin' I guess. That's why I wasn't ever worried at all when you made up your mind to leave." A silent pause comes between the two brothers...
"Well, there's gonna come a time when you don't have the answer to anything and I won't be there. I don't know what Felicia has in store for you but if you manage to make it out of Proamario then I have a parting gift. It’s the most powerful words in the world. No just argument or fancy words can stand a chance against it. It’s… 'So what?'
Marcos raises his fist with pride. Knowing his reckless personality, you probably shouldn't say that to everyone you meet. He gives you $2,000 as for a 'last meal' of sorts before you head back to the gym. Leaving you and your Pokemon alone for the rest of the duration. ---------------------------------------
Out of all the dangerous looking women in Jeremy's life, Marietta is the least to be feared. He is the one that lets her comment slide. "I'm surprised your hand didn't break, maybe you are tough." Jeremy jokes. He follows her to wherever she goes, trying not to get in her way.
Marina keeps an eye out on Jace. It was her idea to swap targets since she somewhat counters Jace. Jeremy can just use his physical strength and his Pokemon to get Marietta.
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Post by getsuga on Apr 1, 2017 14:48:57 GMT
The promised time arrives!
The doors slide open for Tully, Jace, and Marietta as they pour in a few minutes between the other. The lights are off, but the incoming afternoon sunlight give you more than enough vision. Your footsteps echo down the marble hall while another sound invades your rhythm. In the distance you see the group of Clawitzer drinking up the pool water along with their obnoxious slurping. The the sounds of giggling and frustration comes into view as Felicia tries to make Feraligatr release the knife than Tully handed her a few hours ago. She manages to pull the monster toward her, but Feraligatr picks Felicia up and tosses her in the pool.
Just like with Tully's old knife, he breaks it in half. Not without losing a tooth this time.
"Oh, you all took your sweet time gettin' here." Felicia smirks as she notices you three approaching. She jumps out of the pool and wrings out her hair. "You probably haven't questioned why I'm lettin' you fight me so I'll give you somethin' to think about."
"I want Reese to become the next head of the Vilani family." She says in a calm and serious voice. Probably the calmest that Jace and Marietta has ever seen her. "Of course its not gonna be now, Daddy still has a lot of years on this Earth and I wouldn't dare to betray him. But I just deduced that Reese is the strongest out of all his siblings, and I don't mean psychically. And stronger than you two runts." ... ... ... Silence fills the halls. Felicia grabs Feraligatr's mouth and mimics a voice, "Why Felicia, what do you mean? My degenerate brain can't comprehend such a goal."
"It's not hard, but I suppose I can go on. As he told me the stories from when he ditched us up until now I've finally realized. Reese trusts in no one but himself, not in his family or his two companions. Sadly there are not many strong 'nough to do that. Trusting someone, means relyin' on 'em and only the weak do that! My brother has grown so much stronger the last time I saw him, and if you two can keep him stimulated like this then I'll have no problem letting him go face the other gym leaders... When the time comes, I will bring him back to the family." Felicia sits back in her chair like a smug queen. She lifts her nose and points in your direction.
"But, if ya lose against me, Reese will stay here. His leadership skills could use a lot of work and I'm the best to work that out. Both results will humor my end goal and big sister will always be watchin'." Felicia laughs as if no one is in the gym hall. "So whatddya say!? Shall we have a battle to decide the fate of your companion? Win or lose I'll also give you the Splash Badge. This hunk of metal is insignificant." She lifts her pokeball with a rekindled flame in her chest. There's something interesting and fun about having a battle with neither a challenger or defender.
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Post by Trixander on Apr 2, 2017 20:59:27 GMT
"You are absolutely correct." Jace placed a finger on his temple in a smug pose of his own. "Except for one thing. Trust is not a sign of weakness. In fact, it is the truest way to find strength." He moved his hand in a sweeping gesture, indicating his team and Ace.
"I mean, we didn't get here by ourselves. Each and every one of us has had to trust one another, and each time we won the day because of that trust. If a trainer can't trust their own team, their own pokemon, then they are far from a champion."
"And besides," He smiled. "I've heard that you already lost once to my Eevee friend here."
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Post by getsuga on Apr 3, 2017 5:34:45 GMT
Felicia grinds her teeth at Jace's remark. "As expected of someone attemptin' to ride the coattails of Gary Oak! Sorry if I sound like a cliche villain, but I'll just have to show you the fine line following and trusting by crushing you and your Eevee." Her blue eyes connects with Tully's. "No startin' without Reese though. Do you want to stay with them or no?"
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Post by madandy on Apr 3, 2017 15:20:53 GMT
Tully finally blinks himself out of his stupor, having been stunned by Felicia's suggestion.
"Are you outta your... you know, fine!" He throws his hands up and defeat. "Whatever, let's go with that. Knowin' Daddy, I got decades to convince ye what a stupid idea puttin' me in charge is. But yeah, for now, I'm stickin' wit' these guys."
He takes out a ball. "Or if not, ain't gonna be without tryin'"
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Post by kurohagane on Apr 3, 2017 16:27:32 GMT
Marietta remains absentminded all over their long conversation, giving out a drawn out yawn. The whole issue could have been much shorter had Felicia listened to her, instead of acting high and mighty. "Yes yes, let's get on with the challenge, or gym leader battle."
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Post by getsuga on Apr 3, 2017 17:25:52 GMT
youtu.be/0df6EZxtqcQ"Perfect! Show me how much you've changed since last time Reese! I remember the rebellious stage, but you'll come through eventually. She takes out Floatzel, Sharpedo, and Almomola. Just a reminder, even though there are three of you, only a total of six Pokemon can be used in this match."Floatzel:25 Sharpedo:18 Almomola:13 -------------------------------- Around the same time...
The hike from Hayden City was long and treacherous. Many of its parts has been either replaced or lost out in the wild. It emerges from the coast. Riddled with claw marks and algae. It rests upon a field of stones. The artificial Regirock finally reaches its destination. At least where the scent Marietta's father, Raphael, ended. The fake Pokemon scans the area and attempts to literally uncover every stone. Passerbys of the port town have yet to notice it since Regirock completely blends in with the scenery. A few minutes later a blade slices in to the Pokemon from behind, leaving a neon-like pink after image covering the space it sliced. Without noticing, Regirock goes offline (or whatever) and splits open like butter.
The unknown figure picks up a Pokédex and a note that was locked inside Regirock.
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Post by madandy on Apr 4, 2017 0:15:04 GMT
Tully grimaces. Don't remind me. Still, he releases Otto onto the the field.
Otto's Speed: 23 Tully's Speed : 11
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Post by Trixander on Apr 4, 2017 0:23:41 GMT
"Two pokemon you say?" Jace looked down at Ace. "Looks like you are going to be sitting out for this one. Besides, you've already done this once before."
Not to mention. Jace thought to himself. Breloom will have the edge on this battlefield.He releases Breloom onto the platform in front of him. He bends over in a sweeping bow, Ace likewise follows suit. "I do not believe we have been properly introduced. I am Jace Synod, champion-to-be."
Breloom's Initiative: 18
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Post by kurohagane on Apr 4, 2017 3:17:56 GMT
Marietta turns to Kadabra, standing behind her as an observer, soon to be a participant. "Watch and learn." The juggler lightly toss Jane's pokeball on air, catches it and throws it onto the platform. Jane leaves from her ball, grinning at the prospect of battle. Jane's Initiative: 25
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Post by getsuga on Apr 5, 2017 4:39:25 GMT
Felicia hides her blush at Jace's outgoing gesture. "C-champion huh? Like I'll ever let you become by boss! Name's Felicia Vilani... anyway." She does a small bow as if she was wearing a dress. The Clawitzer Squad stand at the ready. Floatzel starts getting antsy. Order: Jace Tully Felicia Marietta
Floatzel Jane Otto Breloom Sharpedo Almomola
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Post by Trixander on Apr 5, 2017 18:27:50 GMT
"Alright, here's the plan." As he spoke Jace indicated with his hands, almost sketching the plan out in front of him. "Breloom will cut those two off over there." He pointed at Sharpedo and Almomola. "That should buy you enough time to double team that Floatzel." Jace didn't wait for a response, as the battle had begun and they were on the clock to pull this off. "Hear that Breloom? Double time!" Jace uses Critical Moment to execute his plan, Raising Breloom's initiative to 26!
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