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Hey! I'm not sure if everyone watches the EV News - I do, and they have the catchiest little intro jingle, don't you think? [ Pausing to hum that. You're welcome. ]

Anyway! Is anyone planning to go to this prom thing? And has anyone else managed to procquire a silver ticket? I have to say that seeing all those pokeballs drop from the sky was sort of fun! I actually can't take credit for catching my silver ticket, though - Panini caught it. I think he was sort of having a field day with things to catch from the sky, actually. I'll have to keep that in mind for the future.

I've never been to a dance before. So I entirely plan to go! Besides, it sounds like it's happening in a new place, which is exciting. Have any of you been to dances before, though? I wouldn't mind hearing about them if you have!

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[Upon realizing he's showing too much emotion, he quickly steels himself, even puffing up a little bit.]

Well, I suppose I could make an exception for you.

But yes, exploring isn't a terrible idea. I haven't ventured out much in my time here. It would be a nice change to travel somewhere more exotic.

[ Hmm. That was definitely a lot of emotion just there, but she's not going to push it, just file it away, though she offers up a smile. ]

I'd appreciate it if you would! I'm not entirely familiar with the dances of this place, but I'm doing my level best to learn before the prom!

I agree! I've explored the areas I've been in, but...well, this is an area none of us have ever been to before, isn't it? There's something to be said for entirely, completely new areas. Although the locals have been there, obviously.

It is bound to be a learning experience for the both of us. I don't have much experience with dancing, especially with a partner...

[Judging by that look of hard contemplation on his face, he appears to still be surprised that this is happening at all.]

I wonder just how many locals have been there; many of them seemed just as intrigued as we are.

[ ...Does he just dance alone...? ]

Well, learning experiences are always good! Besides, I'm sure we'll have fun.

As to that...some of my friends say that the Elite Four haven't really shown their faces before?

[He's a lonely man okay.]

Fun... [He actually has to pause to consider if it'll be fun. He's so unsure about it, but also kind of excited now.] Yes, I suppose that is a possibility.

Ah yes, I've heard bits and pieces about them. Apparently they are the strongest trainers in the region and can only be challenged after collecting every badge, but no one has actually encountered them. Am I correct?

That's my understanding! I've only been here...hm, nearing six months? The friends I'm talking about have been here for well beyond that, so I find it interesting. I mean, that they're going to appear.

Yes, I suppose this is a very important event for full-time trainers. Myself, I have not seen much need for the badges after hearing that they do not guarantee a return trip to our home worlds.

Perhaps these elite trainers will have some answers for us, though.

Edited 2013-04-14 06:12 (UTC)

Well, they do net you prize money and moves you can't get from the shops, I think! So I've been doing them for that reason.

Are you a trainer, then? Or a breeder?

There's also the strange mechanic that you need badges in order to use certain moves as well. I find it a extremely superfluous limitation myself. A large Flying type Pokemon should be able to carry its trainer regardless of their badge count. Do they not consider that some people may not be interested in collecting them?

[Whoops, that certainly spouted quite a rant.]

But I digress. My card registers as a trainer, but I haven't done much competitive battling.

Edited 2013-04-19 17:18 (UTC)

I am honestly used to weird game mechanics! I just think of them like that. With the ledge thing, too, which also makes no real sense if you don't accept that "because" is also an acceptable answer from the universe at large.

[ Basically: YEP, SHIT IS CRAZY, but what can you do? ]

I see...I'm a breeder, myself. But I travel with a bunch of trainers, so I just take on gyms as we hit them anyway.

I just think it's extremely unfair to those who wish to make their lives easier but do not wish to compete. And I actually have not heard about the ledges. What are they guilty of?

[He's hardly left Goldenrod, so he has no idea.]

How convenient for you. I've considered doing some actual traveling but I would like to have easier means of travel, if you understand my reasoning.

[In other words, he wants big and comfortable Pokemon to ride on.]

You can't climb up them! Because of game-world physics, I suppose. [ That's honestly the easiest way for her to refer to it as. This place is like a video game many of her friends played, therefore the physics of this place are based on a game, yes? ]

Hm...well, you could always hitch a ride with someone who does have a fly-capable pokemon and a badge to the gym that has the badge that allows fly, and then you should be set for easier travel?

[Dist gives her a strange look as she explains the ledges.]

Well that is just ridiculous. It's a miracle that we can at least ride a Pokemon by land, with all these idiotic mechanics!

[Then, to her suggestion,]

Hmm...that's actually not a bad idea. Perhaps I can locate someone who is flying toward Violet or Celadon.

It is ridiculous, isn't it? But it's best to just learn the game mechanics rather than try to run straight into them! Once you know them, you can work around them.

[ And not hurt yourself trying to climb ledges, she guesses? ]

If you can't find someone, I wouldn't mind making time to go and take you to either one. We're in Ecruteak now, and we're planning to hit Cianwood after, but it's not as though I don't have spare time!

[He perks up a little at the suggestion. In all honesty he'd rather travel with someone he already knows...]

I would truly appreciate that if you are ever in this general area. It would be a quick trip, I assure you, because I have no interest in Violet otherwise.

Which area is that? I think you're in Johto, right? I can make it anywhere within a few days, give or take, but some places are closer than others.

Ah, my sincerest apologies. I completely neglected to mention that! I am in Goldenrod.

In that case, it'll be perfectly easy! Just let me know when you'd like to go, and I'll come and assist.

[Aradia's going to get a genuine smile from Dist for this. Believe it or not, he actually does appreciate when people are willing to help him.]

Oh Aradia, you are far too kind. I will contact you soon, and we can find a time that is convenient for the both of us.

[ He'll get a genuine smile right back! Although she actually does tend to smile. ]

It's not any trouble at all! Just let me know when.

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