Meeting Kai And Starting Off

[Kiyomi]

After leaving the laboratory in Konika Village Haruko headed to High Prairie, the first stop on her journey. Haruko walked along the dirt path, it was quite relaxing as the cool breeze blew threw Haruko's long silver hair and the sun peaked out from behind some clouds.

She pulled out her new Firecub's pokeball and enlarged it before she tossed it into the air. The pokeball opened with a bright flash to reveal the small fire pokemon, who gazed up at his new trainer curiously.

"I'm Haruko, your new trainer and your name's Kai now." Haruko stated as she looked down at the small Firecub.

"<Kai huh? Well that sounds fine to me.>" Kai said as he looked up at Haruko. Of course, Haruko couldn't understand what Kai was saying. Kai gave a small nod of his head to show he was alright with that.

"Good, now come on. We need to train and find some new Pokémon." Haruko said emotionlessly as she started walking again.

"<Something tells me she doesn't smile a lot.>" Kai said with a sigh as he followed after his new trainer.

[Miss Brightside]

As the two traveled together, they could see fall setting in as the leaves changing color on the trees around them. Reds, oranges, and yellows were replacing the green that all had become accustomed to in the previous months. No, the season hadn't hit its official starting date, but since when did nature ever follow the will of man? So, as an unspoken agreement, all were bundling up and preparing for the oncoming cold.

Everyone, including the wild Pokémon. Most were beginning the forage for food, knowing that winter would make all the berries shrivel up, among other things. Others, however, had different plans. A flash of green ran through the shrub, as if it was a walking a plant. In theory, this description stood true for the weed Pokemon, however that did little to help its search for a warm, safe place to spend the winter. In its hurry, the Oddish tripped over a small rock and tumbled into the path in front of Haruko and Kai. It was somewhat dizzy and frazzled from the action, but was already making to stand and continue its task.




[ ! ] Wild Oddish has appeared! [ ! ]
What will Haruko do?

[random event roll]
no event

[Kiyomi]

[ Thanks again for modding for me. ]

Haruko and Kai stopped walking as a small Oddish tumbled into the path in front of them. Haruko was glad to have finally found a Pokémon to battle against. She looked down at Kai and motioned with her head for him to move forwards.

"<Alright, time for my first battle!>" Kai said excitedly before he turned to Haruko and gave a nod of his head. He then quickly jumped infront of Haruko, facing the Oddish. He got in a battle position and waited for Haruko to give him his first command.

"Kai, use a Scratch." Haruko ordered.

Not wasting any time, Kai quickly sprinted towards the small weed-like Pokémon in a zig-zag pattern. Once he got close enough he lunged at the Oddish and brought his claws down towards it, hoping to rake them acrossed the Oddish's side for some damage.

[Miss Brightside]

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You are very welcome. =)

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The Oddish blinked, not completely registering the fact that Haruko and Kai weren't exactly good news. His main concern was getting back up and finding shelter, and he was only starting to stumble to his feet when Kai began to rush him. <Whoa! Man, what did I do?> the grass-type Pokemon groaned, trying to move out of the way of the attack. It was fruitless, however, and the Scratch landed without a flaw. Taking heavy damage, the wild Pokemon stumbled away. <Gotta get out of here somehow...> Instinctively, he began to look for an escape. Knowing he was not very evasive himself, the Oddish let out an oddly Sweet Scent in hopes that the spring-like smell would distract the Firecub enough to allow him to slip away.



Wild Oddish was hit! Its HP has lowered significantly.
Wild Oddish used Sweet Scent!
Wild Oddish is trying to escape!

[Kiyomi]

"<Sorry about that buddy, but I got to do what the trainer tells me.>" Kai replied to the Oddish. He felt bad for just attacking him like that but it was also what he is supposed to do to help Haruko become a stronger trainer.

After attacking the Oddish, a very sweet scent filled the air and Kai began to get distracted for a moment. However, Haruko wasn't about to let Oddish get away that easily. "Kai, stay focused! Stop Oddish from getting away and use another Scratch!" Haruko commanded.

Kai snapped out of it and nodded his head as he quickly jumped over the Oddish and landed in front of him, attempting to block him from making any sort of escape. He then lunged once more towards the Oddish, slashing out at him again with another Scratch attack.

[Miss Brightside]

The Oddish's attempts of self-preservation were quickly thwarted as Kai landed another Scratch. He recoiled and pulled back, now having issues moving about. <Yeah, sure. Don't give me a "nothing personal" speech, man, I really don't want to hear it.> Out of options, the wild Pokémon sent out a desperate attack. He had the type disadvantage, he knew, and it wouldn't be affected, but, well, he couldn't just sit there, could he? Planting his feet to the ground, the Oddish seemed to connect with the earth. At the same time, Kai felt the ground trying to take hold onto his paws and tether him down. He couldn't take much from the fire cub, but the Oddish really needed to Absorb some energy.



Wild Oddish was hit! Its HP is quite low.
Wild Oddish used Absorb!

[Kiyomi]

"<Fine then, I won't.>" Kai said to the Oddish. Oddish then went on the offensive and Kai attempted to get away from the Oddish's Absorb. However, Kai wasn't able and the ground took hold of his paws, keeping him from moving as the Absorb took affect. Kai winced slightly as he felt his energy get pulled from him and absorbed by the Oddish.

"Keep it up Kai, try one more Scratch!" Haruko instructed, seeing as that was currently the only damage dealing move that Kai knows. Haruko wanted to do as much damage possible to the Oddish so it wouldn't be able to heal too much of it's health.

Kai lunged towards the Oddish, bringing his claws down towards Oddish in an attempt to slash the grass type with his claws once again.

[Miss Brightside]

The Oddish seemed to rise a bit more, seeming stronger - if only by a small amount. It wasn't nearly enough, however, to prepare the wild Pokemon for Kai's third Slash. As the lion cub Pokemon closed it, The Oddish simply remained motionless. What was the point? He couldn't get away.

<Well, crap.>

And, as Kai's claws raked the Oddish once more, the wild Pokemon recoiled back and fell to the ground, eyes closed. The battle was over; Kai and Haruko had won.



Wild Oddish fainted!
Wild Oddish can now be caught!



Congratulations! Kai has won the battle!
Kai has gained two levels of experience!

[Kiyomi]

Haruko watched as Oddish was hit by Kai's Scratch and collapsed, no longer able to battle. "Good work Kai." Haruko stated as she walked up to the Firecub and stroked his head. Kai gave a grin as he looked up at Haruko, happy to have won his very first pokemon battle for his new trainer.

"Now to catch Oddish. He will make a good addition to the team." Haruko said as she pulled her hand away from Kai's head and turned her attention to the Oddish that was now lying on the ground unconcious.

Haruko quickly pulled out a Pokeball and enlarged it before she tossed it towards the fallen Oddish.

[Miss Brightside]

As the ball spun closer and closer to the fallen Oddish, time seemed to slow down immensely. Would the wild Pokemon have a second wind? Was he, perhaps, just trying to fake it so he could escape? These questions hung in the air as the red-and-white ball tapped the Oddish and caused him to be enveloped in red light. As the light of the button faded, however, all doubts were silenced. The Oddish had been caught!



Congratulations! Haruko has caught wild Oddish!


Name: -Your Choice-
Gender: Male
Level: 5
Attacks: Absorb, Sweet Scent
Ability: Chlorophyll
Nature: Lazy, Independent: While living in the wild, this Oddish would procrastinate to no end and use as much time to relax as possible before rushing to do what should have been done long ago. It'll take a bit of urging to get him going, but once one does, he'll do what it takes to get the job done. He's also one for looking out for himself and does not have a very good sense of community, though this does not mean he lacks in social skills.
Experience: 0%
Happiness State: -3 (Annoyance)



With that all done and squared away, it seemed as if the day's deed had been done. The two began to travel again, but not before being confronted once more by another wild Pokemon. This one was a lot more aggressive than the Oddish previously seen, despite it's reputation as a "weaker" Pokemon in its first stage. Nevertheless, it was a Hoppip that now stood in Haruko's an Kai's path - and she was angry.

<What did you do with him? Where's my pumpkin-poo??> she demanded, taking a deep breath to inflate herself and make herself bigger. <I want him back!>



Wild Hoppip has appeared and challenged Kai to a battle!
What will Haruko do?


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It should also be noted that Kai has gained nine happiness points. (+5 Participating in battle, +3 Winning a battle, +1 Praising Pokemon)

[Kiyomi]

Haruko picked up her new pokemon's pokeball and placed it onto her belt next to Kai's pokeball and Kuro's Pokeball. She then turned back towards Kai. "Let's continue on our way." Haruko said before she started walking down the path. Kai gave a nod and quickly followed after her. As they walked Haruko began to wonder what she was going to nickname her Oddish.

When all of a sudden, another wild Pokémon appeared. It was a Hoppip and it was obviously upset that Haruko had captured the Oddish. Kai couldn't help but laugh slightly as the Hoppip referred to the Oddish as "pumpkin-poo". "<Haruko definately won't nickname him that.>" Kai said with a laugh.

Haruko stared at the Hoppip for a moment, not understanding anything she had said. Though Haruko guessed that the Hoppip was upset that Haruko had captured the Oddish.

Haruko sighed before calmly speaking. "My Pokémon and I battled him. Oddish lost the battle. So, I captured him...He belongs to me now." Haruko stated. Haruko glanced down at Kai to make sure he was ready in case the angry Hoppip decided to attack. Kai nodded his head and Haruko returned her attention to the Hoppip.

"I beat him fair and square. So, he will be coming with me on my journey." Haruko said before she motioned for Kai to move forward. Kai did so and stood in front of his trainer, waiting for a command. "I think I'd like to catch you as well." Haruko said to the Hoppip before she looked to Kai.

"Kai use Scratch!" Haruko commanded. Kai nodded his head and quickly lunged towards the Hoppip, bringing his claws down towards her for a Scratch.

OOC: [ Oh, thanks for reminding me. I forgot to add the happiness points. ]

[Miss Brightside]

The Hoppip only seemed to get more agitated at Kai's comment, about to explode at the lion cub. The insolent little child! How dare he laugh at her? She was the one who lost her one and only! The nerve! As Haruko went on, she only got more antsy. Capture her too? Never! From what she knew, becoming a Trainer's Pokémon was practically a death sentence. She'd fight back and get her pumpkin-poo. No one would bring her down. As Kai came down with his Scratch, the Hoppip rolled out of the way and geared up for a Tackle in exchange. No one took away her baby and then laughed at her for it! <Time to teach you a lesson!>



Kai's Scratch missed!
Wild Hoppip used Tackle!

[Kiyomi]

The Hoppip seemed to be pretty angry with them. "<Teach me a lesson huh?>" Kai said. The Hoppip was definately upset at them as she angrily charged towards Kai with a Tackle.

"Dodge Kai." Haruko commanded. Kai quickly jumped off to the side as Hoppip charged towards him. He just managed to avoid getting hit by the Tackle and turned to face the Hoppip giving a convident grin.

"<Ha, you missed me!>" Kai said as he stuck his toungue out at Hoppip.

"Kai use a Lick!" Haruko instructed. Kai nodded his head and quickly lunged towards the Hoppip, ready to deliver a Lick to the side of Hoppip's face, and hopefully even paralyze her.

[Miss Brightside]

Unable to move away in time to avoid the Lick, The Hoppip was subject to Kai's attack. Though she winced as the firecub ran his tongue over her cheek, it didn't deal much damage, and the wild Pokémon was already gearing up for another Tackle.<You'll have to try a little harder than that! > she taunted with a dark smile before launching her body at Kai once more.



Wild Hoppip was hit! It wasn't very effective...
Wild Hoppip used Tackle!

[Kiyomi]

Kai grunted in pain as he was hit by the Hoppip's Tackle. He was knocked back and hit the ground with a thud. He winced in pain as he pushed himself up to his feet.

"<That was just a lucky hit.>" Kai said through pants. He was getting quite tired now, seeing he had also battled against Oddish and he was begining to breath hard.

"Hang in there Kai. Use a Scratch!" Haruko instructed. Kai just gave a slow nod of his head and starting running towards the Hoppip. Once he got close enough he lunged towards Hoppip and brought his claws down towards her for a Scratch.

[Miss Brightside]

The Hoppip didn't even attempt to dodge Kai's next attack, simply taking another Scratch. She smirked slightly, taking in the Firecub's failing strength. <Ha! What's the matter now? Can't keep up?> Giggling quite evilly, she bounded backwards and laid out her leaves flat, letting them absorb the sun filtering down on the group. <Let me make that gap between us even greater!> Shutting her eyes, the Hoppip's wounds healed and the exhaustion faded away as the Synthesis took place.


Wild Hoppip was hit! It's not very effective...
Wild Hoppip used Synthesis! Its health was restored!

[Kiyomi]

Kai glared at the Hoppip. "<Well, beating up your little boyfriend took up some energy.>" Kai said with a smirk on his face.

Haruko sighed, this wasn't working. Kai was tired from his previous battle with Oddish, he wasn't going to be able to keep up with Hoppip. "Fine, I'll have to switch." Haruko stated as she reached into her pocket and pulled out Kai's pokeball.

Kai looked back at his trainer, she was going to switch him out for a new pokemon. He had to admit he would prefer to beat this Hoppip himself but he knew he was at a disadvantage. Oh, if only he new a fire attack...but he wasn't strong enough to learn it yet. "<Looks like I won't be able to finish our battle...it's to bad I would have liked to beat you myself.>" Kai said.

"You deserve a good rest Kai, return." Haruko said as she called the tired Firecub back to his pokeball.

Haruko then pulled out a new pokeball and tossed it into the air. "Yoru, your up!" Haruko called out. The pokeball opened with a flash of bright light and when it faded there stood Haruko's Honchkrow, Yoru.

"Yoru, use Peck on Hoppip!" Haruko instructed.

"<It will be my pleasure.>" Yoru said as he smirked. He quickly flapped his wings and flew up into the sky. He then dived straight down towards Hoppip, his beak glowing a bright white as he flew straight towards Hoppip for a Peck attack.

[Miss Brightside]

The Hoppip couldn't react fast enough and recoiled harshly after the Peck dealt out by the Honchkrow. Unfortunately for her, Yoru had the type advantage in this case, and she seemed to realize it. However, the wild Pokemon still found it in her to jump back up and glare at him. After a moment of deliberation, she took a step back towards the brush. <This isn't over,> she warned darkly. <I'll get my pumpkin-poo back yet!> And, without another word, the Hoppip darted off and disappeared back into the untamed wild.


Wild Hoppip was hit! It was super effective.
Wild Hoppip has fled!


Once again, a sort of silence fell upon Haruko and her Pokemon. All was calm, if only for the moment, though High Prairie had already proven itself in matters of activity and danger. Such a moment was a reprieve from all that happened and allowed Haruko a moment of rest and a chance to use any items on her Pokemon, if she so desired. If not, the way ahead was open, where clearly more Pokemon were to be found, but so was the way back to Kanika Village, where the opportunity to heal Pokemon or meet someone new could be found.


What will Haruko do?

[Kiyomi]

Haruko frowned as the Hoppip ran off and back into the brush. She was hoping to be able to at least finish the battle. Oh well...there was bound to be more Pokémon along the route.

"Alright Kai, come back out." Haruko said as she called the Firecub back out of his pokeball. Haruko then pulled out a purple bottle and turned to Kai. "Here Kai, take this potion to heal your wounds." Haruko said as she used the potion on Kai.

"<Ah...that feels much better.>" Kai said as he felt his strength return and his wounds heal. Haruko stroked Kai's head before placing the empty potion bottle away.

"Okay, let's continue on and see if we can find some more Pokémon to battle." Haruko said as she stood back up and started to walk down the path. Kai quickly fell into step next to Haruko while Yoru quickly flapped his wings and began to fly above the two.

As Haruko continued down the path she kept her eyes peeled for any movement, hoping to find another Pokémon soon.