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Post by Robot on Aug 8, 2017 0:30:12 GMT
"I'm not disoriented at all, this is how I normally am." Mica nodded, matter-of-factly. "You can ask me anything, but especially about being a Pokemon, cause I've always wanted to be the subject of somebody's research! You'd have to be super cool, or really interesting to be studied." Mica's expression showed not the slightest hint that she might be joking, bright-eyed, rosy cheeked, and genuine.
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Post by DataNinja on Aug 8, 2017 22:37:31 GMT
"Ah, all right, good to know..." Lana says, a little cautiously. "Well, I don't think we can spare anyone to study you right now, so, I'm sorry about that." She says this in just such a tone that you can't tell if she's being serious or not. "Let's just get on with those questions..." She continues on with a serious of questions, mostly stuff that's easily read off of one's ID like height and weight, as well as some slightly more in-depth things, such as why one would want to be a trainer.
After about fifteen minutes, though, Lana says, "Alright, thank you, Mica. You should be able to pick your Trainer Card and PokéDex up from the PC at any local Pokémon Center by tomorrow morning at the latest. It all depends how much everyone else is using our systems. Are their any more questions either of you have before I go and start doing that?"
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Post by Breakthelevee on Aug 10, 2017 1:22:05 GMT
Donovan shook his head "No, no questions. I'll just tell the people at the conference that the Professor got caught up in some work and wont be able to make it, but she sends her regards?" His mouth scrunched up as a look of displeasure shot across his face "Actually that doesn't sound right. I'll say that she's come down with an illness and can't make it! That seems a little more believable...Well the most believable thing would be to say that she didn't come because she didn't want to, but I don't want to ruin her reputation..." By this point, Donovan had devolved into rambling mostly to himself as he tried to figure out what he would say
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Post by Robot on Aug 12, 2017 21:48:49 GMT
Mica stared at Donovan quietly while he went on his winding road in circles, blinking periodically but otherwise not changing facial expressions. As he at last trailed off she turned towards Lana on-screen. "Actually I think it would be best if we were to tell them that she's making the discovery of a lifetime, but that we aren't at liberty to share details at this time. It's not a lie at all, cause the temples opening has never happened before! I also don't think there have every been any Axew-yums or any talking Lucretias before now, so as long as we hold onto hope that she's okay, she's probably learning all kinds of neat stuff!"
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Post by DataNinja on Aug 12, 2017 23:31:22 GMT
"Well, whatever you feel is best," Lana says. "I'll leave it up to your best judgement. Regardless, best of luck on your journey, and make sure to check your PC at the Pokémon Center before setting off. Give my regards to Desiree and Avani too, since I imagine you aren't going to call again unless you need something." With that, the call ends, as the connection is broken.
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Post by Breakthelevee on Aug 16, 2017 1:55:06 GMT
As the call ended, Donovan looked at Mica and stifled a giggle "Lucario. She was a Lucario. And Axiom. Just in case we have to tell the story again, there's no S, she's singular."
He sighed and stood up "We should go see Des and Avani at the Center and then go to the conference and give an excuse for the professor, and maybe we should just keep what we say brief?"
He set his hand on Aster's head "And then we should decide where we're going next. Or maybe we can just do that when we meet up with the other two, I dont really know!"
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Post by Robot on Aug 17, 2017 11:27:20 GMT
"Oh... well if she's singular, maybe she just kidnapped the professor for a date?" Mica suggested honestly. "Deciding as a group sounds good, if you want to still go as a group. I was doing kinda okay on my own, but it's way nicer having someone to talk to while I'm doing all this walking. Let's go!"
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Post by DataNinja on Aug 17, 2017 16:52:42 GMT
You manage to quickly make your excuses to Donovan's dad - though the disappointment at having his son leave so quickly is clearly visible - and walk from the house to the nearest Pokémon Center, where Desiree and Avani are.
It takes a few moments to actually locate them, because the Center is actually fairly large and filled with people. But, eventually, you spot them sitting at a table off to the side, chatting.
Desiree spots you, and waves you over, but when you reach the table, the faces around it aren't exactly the most cheerful you've ever seen.
"You're back faster than I expected," Desiree says, "Hopefully everything went well."
"So, uh," Avani says, "We've been discussing some things. And... I don't want to go back to those temples. My body still aches all over from that last one. And... it just feels too dangerous. What with the whole Axiom thing. I don't want to get mixed up in that..."
"We've got to split up anyways, since Gyms don't let four challenge," Desiree continues, "So, we were kinda thinking that I could go with Avani. We just continue with the Gyms, avoid the Temples. I'll keep her safe. And if Axiom decides to try messing with her, well, I'll be stronger by that point." There's a glint in her eye at that.
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Post by Breakthelevee on Aug 19, 2017 22:48:50 GMT
Donovan frowns "Well, I cant say that I'm happy about it but...." He shrugged "I wish you both the best! Don't think that just cause you're gonna be only hitting the gyms that you'll be stronger than me next time we meet!" He smirked and reached out a hand "I'll have to beat you for the championship after all"
He turned to Avani and smiled "Be sure to be safe, and keep an eye on Des, make sure she doesn't do anything too rash" He shook his head "I can't say this is what I was expecting when I met back up with you two, but just....promise me you both will stay safe and lemme know if you come across anything involving Axiom or the Professor. After what we saw...well I think my next stop is gonna be another one of the Temples, as long as Mica is OK with it. I need to see if they opened as well"
With that he looked at Mica "Actually, are you OK with travelling with just me? Like I was saying, I wanna go to more of the Temples, and see if I can get it, and what they're like inside. It might be dangerous...but I just feel like it's what I need to do"
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Post by Robot on Aug 20, 2017 23:37:10 GMT
Mica's brow knit as she watched Ava and Des talk about splitting up their trio with Des, it made her pretty sad that they'd make that decision based on gym requirements. Just because they couldn't challenge together didn't mean they couldn't travel together or at least be friends. Her mouth turned down at sharp angles and pulled into a pout until Donovan addressed her directly, which seemed to startle her. "Oh! Well we won't be lonely that way, and I have all my Pokemon friends too. I'd give anything to be a Pokemon again! I need more of that in my life, I don't care how dangerous it is!"
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Post by DataNinja on Aug 22, 2017 3:51:15 GMT
"I'm hurt," Desiree says, with mock seriousness, "How dare you think that I'd do something rash?" There's a grin on her face. "You're the one who stepped out of cover in the temple."
"Just... be careful, okay?" Avani interjects, "We'll make sure to stay safe, but you both should, too. Especially be careful if you're planning on trying to visit other temples. If they're anything like that last one... and with Axiom in the picture..."
"Don't worry, I'm sure they'll be fine," Desiree says, reassuringly, before turning back to Mica and Donovan. "I was planning on visiting my place before heading out, surprise my parents and all. If you want to come visiting, the door's open. But, I'm sure you two both have other things you'd rather do. I know I'm antsy to get on the road, I just want to take this chance while I can get it."
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Post by Breakthelevee on Aug 26, 2017 22:36:00 GMT
Donovan smiled "We uh....well we have to go cover for the professor, make sure people don't panic or anything since she's gone." He shook his head, his disappointment showing that the little group was splitting up already "I wish I could take you up on that offer though."
He turned to walk away "Well....Mica, I guess its time we go to that Conference"
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Post by Robot on Aug 28, 2017 2:53:17 GMT
Mica bounded along after Donovan quietly, but didn't interrupt his somber thoughts with her usual whimsy. Goodbyes were hard, it wasn't a fact lost on her at all. Though she'd only known the two girls a very brief time, she cast a sad glance over her shoulder before they departed. She'd make a nice sketch of the pair for Donovan when they had a moment to sit still, hopefully that would cheer him up. Her notebook felt oddly heavy, with all the faces she'd scrawled into it. It really made her miss home more than ever.
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Post by DataNinja on Aug 29, 2017 18:54:04 GMT
After saying your goodbyes and waiting a few minutes near the counter for your Pokémon to be healed - and asking for directions - you're well on your way to the place where the conference is being held.
It's a fair distance away, so it gives you some time to take in the city. All of its tall buildings, people in a hurry, and traffic. Lots of traffic. Unlike the serene paths leading to the city, the roads here are noisy and crowded. Walking certainly seems like the faster option, at least right now.
Eventually, after a few detours, you enter a fairly non-descript building that matches the address that was given to you. And are greeted by a woman in seemingly her early thirties, who does not fit the description 'non-descript'. Or seem to know the meaning of the word 'subdued'. She has bright pink hair down past her shoulders, and a similar shade of lipstick. Her shirt is bright green, her jeans a vivid blue, and her nails on each hand appear to be painted each an individual colour, in a red-orange-yellow-green-blue rainbow.
"Hello," she says in a cheerful voice, "Welcome, welcome. My name is Cherilyn. But you can just call me Cherry if you want. Always nice to see people your age visiting. Are you hobbyists? Or perhaps thinking about a career in Vesperia History? Or, I suppose, you could just be coming here to learn more about the Temples. They're a wonderfully interesting topic. For instance, did you know that, based on the rock around them, they seem to be older than the last Ice Age here. And that was, to our best estimates, over eighty thousand years ago." She beams, and looks like she's going to continue, before she stops herself, and takes a deep breath. "Sorry, sorry, I get a little bit carried away. Hopefully I didn't scare you away or anything. Feel free to wander around, and talk with people. They'll probably be happy to answer any questions you have. We may call this a 'conference', but that's mainly because it's in a conference hall. Really, it's just a place for people with similar interests to gather, exchange notes, and maybe figure some more stuff out. We've got a few speakers over the next couple of days, but that's really about it. Sorry, I'm going on again, I'll stop."
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Post by Breakthelevee on Sept 3, 2017 17:15:17 GMT
Donovans eyes grew wide "Eighty thousand years ago?"
He shook his head "Actually, we were stopping by to let you know that unfortunately Professor Maple won't be able to make it to the conference this year."
Not wanting to explain, he quickly turned the conversation back to it's previous topic "So, the Temples? Other than the age of them, is there anything else that's been figured out about them? The main thing I know is that no one can get into them"
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Post by Robot on Sept 5, 2017 1:33:07 GMT
"Youuu mean used to not be able to get into them Donovan!" Mica nodded. "That's the really cool thing about science! Nothing is set in eighty thousand year old stone cause stuff's always changing whenever they learn something new! Oh... yeah, the Professor is uh... indisposed!" She parroted, half skipping past Donovan and Cherry. So many people to meet!
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Post by DataNinja on Sept 5, 2017 20:39:31 GMT
"Ah, well," Cherry's face falls, "That's disappointing to hear. I was looking forwards to hearing her speak. I've always been a great admirer of hers. I trust that she wouldn't do so at the last minute without a good reason, in any case. At least you talked to the right person."
She takes a momentary pause, before continuing, responding to Donovan. "Most of what's been figured out is how little we know. The material that they're made out of seems to look like stone... but it's not. It's like nothing anyone's ever seen before. Then there's the images on them. Some of those are recognizable Pokémon, but there are many things that we have no idea what they are. I know there are a few people who are just trying to try and extrapolate Pokémon from those images. If that's actually what they are."
Cherry stops when Mica speaks, and looks quizzically at her. She seems to want to say something, before thinking better of it, and pausing. "Yes, that's right. In a sense. We're always learning more. In this case, it's slowly. Temple research itself is going even slower right now, because near one of them seems to be some of the remains of what could be a village. We're hoping maybe looking into that might help give us some clues as to what the Temples actual purpose is. They very well might not be temples. That's just the closest analogue we have. Why else would they be so ornate?" She cuts herself off. "Sorry, sorry, I'm rambling again. If you're more interested in any of this, you can ask around for the people who're actually looking into each thing. Hopefully you don't find it all too boring."
As Mica slides past, she sees a fair bit of people, who are tending to cluster into small groups, chatting. Clearly there's some food and drink being served somewhere, considering how many people have plates of the stuff in their hands.
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Post by Robot on Sept 7, 2017 16:56:51 GMT
Mica knew she had just eaten, but when you were never really sure where your next meal was coming from it was always better to eat as often as possible! Slowly following the crowd of people, she went foraging for snacks, and also people of importance! Spot clung to her hair like a tiny buggy helmet, and watched the procession with a great deal of curiosity. Mica had always been interested in being in this kind of place! She'd never been to a conference before.
Q2_LnvxW4d6+2 Perception to notice things of interest, also food! 4d6+2
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Post by Breakthelevee on Sept 9, 2017 23:26:55 GMT
Donovan raised an eyebrow at the mention of the carvings of Pokemon an idea forming in his head "No, no! You arent rambling! I actually find this really interesting. Before you go, I do have another question. These images, have you noticed any pattern with the Pokemon carved into each Temple? Like say, the one south of the city?" His eyes showed his genuine interest, though they had a slightly sinister glint to them
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Post by DataNinja on Sept 10, 2017 5:49:22 GMT
Mica
The aroma of food comes from down a hallway, a few doors down. Inside, there's a scattering of people, mostly gathered around the tables of food within, before clearing out. There's plenty of food you recognize, but some you don't. Either way, it's food, and there's sure to be at least something good within.
There aren't really any people that stand out, although you do notice some people staring at your buggy hat.
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Cherry lets out a chuckle at Donovan's question. "I have no idea. There are many thousands of images on each temple. At least. We haven't even catalogued a fraction of them. If you ask around, you could probably find someone working on that particular temple, though. They'll likely be here, since it's such a short distance." She shakes her head at Donovan. "But, we aren't miracle workers. Research on the images alone is probably going to take decades. You might be able to get an inkling of if there are patterns on the Temple itself, but cross-referencing all of them? We're working on a database, but that takes time. Feel free to ask around, though. The people working on it would know better than I. I don't know where they'd be, though."
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