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islandshore) wrote2015-06-27 08:34 pm
islandshore) wrote2015-06-27 08:34 pm
Entry tags:
65 - video/action for Celadon/backdated to yesterday;
[The feed opens with a view of the sky as twin Charizards zoom by, scattering streamers and confetti. One is large and bright orange, the other black and red, and as the duo swerves down, so does the camera, panning down to a sign with brightly colored letters and words that viewers may not be expecting.
Breeding Center.
A Hawlucha stands at the top of the sign, a rose in his talons as he takes a dramatic bow. He trills and dives at the camera, swooping up at the last second. Whoever's recording this is going a bit crazy with the choreography. Well, assuming it wasn't the Pokémon's idea.
A rose drifts to the ground, caught by a leaping Heliolisk who does a quick spin, and... okay. This is getting kinda silly. So silly that there's a whistle off screen, and the camera pans away from this silly display to show a silver-haired dork, about six feet tall and twenty years old, smiling wryly at his goofy party.
For a long time, the Breeding Center was one of the top trainer-run businesses in Johto and Kanto. It got its start around four or five years ago and kept going strong until last fall, when its owner disappeared and the place finally shut down.
It sucked, because the place had a lot going for it. Free eggs for newbies, a Foster Home for abandoned Pokémon. It was the go-to place for trainers and breeders alike. So, Sora and I decided to start working on bringing it back to life. And speaking of goofs, there happens to be a spiky-haired dork with him.
But what's the deal? Why the fanfare? Turning away from the building, Riku addresses the camera.]
So, some of you guys might remember the Breeding Center. Before it shut down, it was the place to go if you wanted to scoop up new Pokémon eggs. Thing is, they closed down last fall, and ever since, there hasn't been a central hub for egg sales. So, Sora and I got the bright idea to bring it back, and we're planning on bringing back the Foster Home for good measure.
[He casts a side glance to Sora.]
And no, you can't keep them all.
[It's said as a joke more than anything. Sora's roster's already huge. They're definitely gonna have their work cut out for them if people put their 'mons up for adoption.]
[ of course Sora has his arms full of eggs. as Riku makes the comment, he sticks out his tongue. ]
Ignore him. He's the one that always wants to breed. And it's not my fault that these guys like me!
[ Sora. the pied piper of pokemon. ]
[Well, that didn't sound awkward at all. So, it's not even remotely intentional, but it's enough to make Riku cough and avert his eyes for a moment.]
Hey, c'mon. It's not like eggs come out of thin air.
[Plus, it's a good way to make money and get people the Pokémon they've always wanted. A win/win situation in his book.]
Anyway, if you're new or just looking to expand your team, we've got a roster of about fifty-four species to start, and newbies get a free pick of one egg, plus a fifty percent discount on all other eggs. But more than that, we could use your help. See, Sora and I have a lot of Pokémon, but there's no way we can cover every species out there. So if you've got spare eggs or don't mind lending a few of your teammates, we'd appreciate it. Or heck, if you're out of town, we're always up for donated catches.
[And just when he's about to wrap things up, a Weavile takes his turn onscreen, speaking with a fake accent, though in fluent English. He's kind of a nerd.]
I, for one, would adore the company of an intelligent and refined member of my fine species. Or a Sneasel. The point being, I'm--
[Riku pushes him away.]
Getting kinda desperate, and this isn't a dating service.
[Ugh. Why's he gotta ruin the mood?]
So, if you've got questions, we'll do our best to answer them. And for those of you who just popped up, I finally got around to updating my guide if you're still feeling a little lost.
[This is still sounding like a glorified ad, so just to give people something to talk about...]
Think I'll close this off with a few quick questions. What kind of Pokémon do you prefer? Big, tough and intimidating? Small and cute? Do you like evolution or hate it? And just for a random curve ball, what's your favorite background music here?
[With that the feed ends, leaving a few attachments.]
Training for Dummies.txt
Breeding Center Contact
Foster Home Contact
Breeding Center.
A Hawlucha stands at the top of the sign, a rose in his talons as he takes a dramatic bow. He trills and dives at the camera, swooping up at the last second. Whoever's recording this is going a bit crazy with the choreography. Well, assuming it wasn't the Pokémon's idea.
A rose drifts to the ground, caught by a leaping Heliolisk who does a quick spin, and... okay. This is getting kinda silly. So silly that there's a whistle off screen, and the camera pans away from this silly display to show a silver-haired dork, about six feet tall and twenty years old, smiling wryly at his goofy party.
For a long time, the Breeding Center was one of the top trainer-run businesses in Johto and Kanto. It got its start around four or five years ago and kept going strong until last fall, when its owner disappeared and the place finally shut down.
It sucked, because the place had a lot going for it. Free eggs for newbies, a Foster Home for abandoned Pokémon. It was the go-to place for trainers and breeders alike. So, Sora and I decided to start working on bringing it back to life. And speaking of goofs, there happens to be a spiky-haired dork with him.
But what's the deal? Why the fanfare? Turning away from the building, Riku addresses the camera.]
So, some of you guys might remember the Breeding Center. Before it shut down, it was the place to go if you wanted to scoop up new Pokémon eggs. Thing is, they closed down last fall, and ever since, there hasn't been a central hub for egg sales. So, Sora and I got the bright idea to bring it back, and we're planning on bringing back the Foster Home for good measure.
[He casts a side glance to Sora.]
And no, you can't keep them all.
[It's said as a joke more than anything. Sora's roster's already huge. They're definitely gonna have their work cut out for them if people put their 'mons up for adoption.]
[ of course Sora has his arms full of eggs. as Riku makes the comment, he sticks out his tongue. ]
Ignore him. He's the one that always wants to breed. And it's not my fault that these guys like me!
[ Sora. the pied piper of pokemon. ]
[Well, that didn't sound awkward at all. So, it's not even remotely intentional, but it's enough to make Riku cough and avert his eyes for a moment.]
Hey, c'mon. It's not like eggs come out of thin air.
[Plus, it's a good way to make money and get people the Pokémon they've always wanted. A win/win situation in his book.]
Anyway, if you're new or just looking to expand your team, we've got a roster of about fifty-four species to start, and newbies get a free pick of one egg, plus a fifty percent discount on all other eggs. But more than that, we could use your help. See, Sora and I have a lot of Pokémon, but there's no way we can cover every species out there. So if you've got spare eggs or don't mind lending a few of your teammates, we'd appreciate it. Or heck, if you're out of town, we're always up for donated catches.
[And just when he's about to wrap things up, a Weavile takes his turn onscreen, speaking with a fake accent, though in fluent English. He's kind of a nerd.]
I, for one, would adore the company of an intelligent and refined member of my fine species. Or a Sneasel. The point being, I'm--
[Riku pushes him away.]
Getting kinda desperate, and this isn't a dating service.
[Ugh. Why's he gotta ruin the mood?]
So, if you've got questions, we'll do our best to answer them. And for those of you who just popped up, I finally got around to updating my guide if you're still feeling a little lost.
[This is still sounding like a glorified ad, so just to give people something to talk about...]
Think I'll close this off with a few quick questions. What kind of Pokémon do you prefer? Big, tough and intimidating? Small and cute? Do you like evolution or hate it? And just for a random curve ball, what's your favorite background music here?
[With that the feed ends, leaving a few attachments.]
Training for Dummies.txt
Breeding Center Contact
Foster Home Contact
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[He chuckles at the mental image. He's had to deal with plenty of biters.]
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Um, Riku.
You do know that I literally grew up in the middle of the woods, right? And that I can understand Pokéspeak? I know how to take care of baby animals.
--Oh, wait, I probably never told you that, did I? Nya ha ha, whoops!
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There's a long, drawn out pause while Riku stares at the screen.
Henry grew up in the woods... that kind of explains a lot. And he actually cares for animals?
... ... ...
Cue facepalm.]
You know, you could've said that sooner.
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But I said it now, so what's the harm?
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[Darn it, Henry. Since when do you actually make sense?]
Can't say how many of these guys are gonna hatch, but if the Foster Home gets too crowded, I can definitely send some your way.
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W-- wait, really?!
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[ of course they mean it, you dummy! ]
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--That's a joke, right? Ehehe...
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[And he's just gonna jab Sora with his elbow now. Way to go, bro. Way to go...]
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[Just like that, he's back to his usual self.]
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[ B( Riku that's rude. ]
Not even allowed to rattle anyone a little...
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[Grinning. Absolutely grinning like the smug dork that he is.]
But Henry, how many do you think you can handle?