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Anon Text;

[The feed begins with a series of snapshots. It starts with images of a war-torn battlefield lined with giant crystals, Team Aqua and Magma grunts and hordes of Pokémon and trainers alike.]

This world isn't safe.

[The images shift. New snapshots appear of Primal Kyogre and Primal Groudon, taken from a safe distance above, but distinct in that they are indeed giant, glowing monsters.]

What happened last week is proof of that. You may all be content to enjoy a carefree lifestyle, but if it weren't for divine intervention, life as we know it would have ended with a whimper.

Together, we were able to hold off Team Aqua and Magma's forces, but the battle doesn't end there. If you could make a difference in the protection of this world, would you do it?

[The message ends there. About a half hour later, another text appears on the network, this time from a non-anonymous source.]

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So, I think we all learned something valuable from that mess down at Tohjo: Don't summon giant lizards and whales to start the apocalypse. God doesn't like it.

There's a lot I could say. It was a busy few days, but if you look past all the legendaries, the explosions, and those cornball teams, there are two things that stick out to me: the weird power up some of our Pokémon got and the Pokémon god himself.

[Case in point? Here's an image of a Mega Sharpedo getting punched in the nose by a Mega Charizard X.]

So, what do you guys think that power was? Did any of you get a straight answer from Arceus? And how about that fairy type?

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By the way, looking for a status report from all remaining members. With so many of us gone, we're gonna have to shuffle the squads. That's also why I sent out a recruitment message.

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[And thank goodness for text - far less stressful than having to make sure she isn't overheard!]

How are you holding up after that big battle, Riku? I'm quite alright, myself. I don't think I've fought so many people at once in a long time!

A bit tired, but can't really complain. Honestly, I was waiting for something big to come up. I don't want to wish disaster on this place, but too much peace gets kinda unsettling after a while.

Plus, it was fun to beat up on those pirate dorks.

Wasn't it just! I had them running scared!

[She's still got it!]

I'm a little disappointed that none of my Pokemon got that special evolution, but they are a little on the young side. I just hope that the Science Department doesn't see that as some sort of challenge; I've heard they're rather tricksy like that.

Man, I wish I could've seen that, but I had my hands full just trying to keep those punks off my back. Plus, I had to keep an eye out for Kairi and Xion.

[Babysitting responsibilities, y'know. All part of being the eldest of the Key-kids.]

Something tells me that they might try and replicate it. I don't know much about them, but I've gotten word that they're kinda insane. Something about one of their members viewing destruction as an art.

I wouldn't be surprised if that's the case - I've received some information about them.

[And she didn't even have to work very hard for it!]

It's nothing overly interesting, but I've been warned about visiting the Science Department because of the people who work there. Apparently they're flamboyant, but dangerous, and one of them is particularly violent.

[....]

I'm happy to go have a look around, however, if you think it could be worth it.

Hmm, wonder if the violent one is Kato.

I'd be careful, but if you think you can slip under the radar and if you think it's worth it, then go for it. Otherwise, it can always wait until you're more prepared.

By the way, how are you settling in?

Ah, one of them is named Kato? I'll remember that! I'm not going to go rushing in there, but I'll keep my ear to the ground and see if there's a chance to have a poke around.

[She has another reason for why she wants to have a look, after all...Descole had spoken to her of a man named 'Kato', back when he worked in the Science Department. Maybe he could tell her about him?

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...anyway, back to business!]

As for how I'm going, well...it's not too bad. I've been given permission to wear the male uniform, which I'm really happy with. That female uniform is horrible!

[Especially when you like to kick!]

But really, I don't think there's too much for you to worry about just yet. How is the recruiting going?

That's what I heard from Ren, back when he was still around, but he's the only scientist I know by name. Couldn't tell you about the others.

[Good thing this is text, because the comment on uniforms actually got him to chuckle.]

I hope it's more comfortable. Never did like the look of their get ups, but I guess beggars can't be choosers.

And so far, it's going pretty well. Got a couple potential recruits, someone who may be interested in selling his skills to the Corps, and a new ally located in Pewter. I'm trying to stay cautious just in case, but nobody's been too suspicious, at any rate.

Lots more comfortable! Plus, it hides my identity a bit more, which I like.

I'm pleased to hear that you've gotten a few bites. That's the difficult thing, isn't it? We need to boost our numbers, but we need to be so careful about how we go about recruiting people...mind you, at least if we get any sneaky Team Rocket members trying to get in, I should be able to pick them!

[Hopefully, anyway. It's amazing, how different people can look once they're out of uniform...]

If anyone seems dodgy, just let me know. For now, I'm happy to keep being our eyes and ears on the ground.

Yeah, it's a pretty big juggling act. One of my potentials is apparently with the team, but she seems to have been forced into it. I'll try to be cautious before I let her in for sure, but if we can get another fly on the wall, it could give us an extra edge.

She acts like she's some kind of superhero and doesn't seem like the type to pull wool over our eyes, but you can never be too sure. Trainer ID is coming up as Cynthia.

Wait a minute, did you say Cynthia? I swear I've spoken to someone with that name...! If it's the same girl, she's young, but she's certainly on the perky side...

I suppose you're texting with her, rather than video? Hmm. If you like, I can try and talk to the Cynthia I've spoken to - although I had no idea she was a fellow TR member!

Young and perky? Then it's gotta be her. She seems pretty trustworthy. Maybe a little too confident, but there's definitely a lot of enthusiasm.

I've been using text, but we have met before. Still, if you want to meet with her in the flesh, that'd be great. I'm gonna be on the move while I meet with the other newbies, so I'd definitely appreciate the extra hand.

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