ITT: We are all Pokémon Trainers

Denali let out a soft smile, their tone becoming comforting, "The fact that you can even think that, and have it affect you so deeply without doubling down on how the rest of the world is wrong, shows you can fix that. If I've learned anything in my centuries of existence, is that a second chance is a rare and precious thing."

The reflective gem changed, showing figures kneeling before others, begging for forgiveness.

"You've got a rarer case of a second chance Lucius, you may not be doing the best right now but you are using it, and now you're at a big point, I think if you continue on it correctly, this may be your future."

The gem, only to be replaced by a almost perfect pearl like circle, depicting within what looked to be shadow puppet J-Teamers, who were outstretching their hands towards him, but rather in the form of angry fists or accusatory fingers, it was them stretching out open palms, a few looking worried for the Shadow Puppet Lucius, missing a arm, a cracked heart in its chest.

"Cheesy and cliche as the image is, you've made the first big step, admitting your fear of being the villain, the next step is to not close them off, but rather to talk to them, voice your concerns, ask for help and forgiveness. I've had the pleasure of meeting several of the J-Teamers Lucius, I've tested them, and one thing I've noticed is that they all care... some are even willing to move on and forgive, as hard as it is."

A gem hand floated over with a water bottle for Lucius, "You haven't made anything worse yet, in fact you're in a good position to make things better quite likely, but I'm not a seer, so I can't be certain so it's up to you."

Denali shed the human form for a few moments, looked Lucius in the eyes and said, <Do you want to make things better? Do you want to make up for your faults?>

The human shape returned, "All up to you now."

Kai: Well, hold on, back up a moment. Did you have a different idea before peer pressure reared its head?

Myrte: -clutching at their horns- No, she definitely didn't, you were just about to leave!

-Nix pecks Myrte, and he promptly shuts up.-

-Kai takes a moment to compose herself, lest she asphyxiate from laughter. Because that would be unfortunate.-

Kai: Heh... ahem, did you have something in mind? For cinematic purposes, I mean.

-She takes Alice's hand.-

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-in the musty catacombs below the Cathedral of the Deepest Self-

Truth: -holding a lantern and staring down at a tired man lying on the ground, who looks very much like her- What is it with people getting trapped in my head?

Ira(?): Sorry. Um, I hate to intrude...

Truth: Well you just did, so.

Ira(?): Sorry...

Truth: Oh my god. We are, seriously, the worst twins in the universe. Like. You can't even pull off a simple occult plot when it's handed to you on a bloody platter. What's the point of all that fancy obscura shit when you give it the structural integrity of soup?

Ira(?): Um... Aren't you... g-going to tell the rest of you about me?

Truth: Nah. You're in luck - I got an idea. C'mon, get up bro.

-someone bought out an entire booth's worth of Tinpthed merchandise-

-just so you know-

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-Gaia pauses for an almost imperceptible moment before taking hold of Kai's hand.-

Gaia: Well, such confrontations usually take place upon a balcony or similarly exposed locale, correct? It would be both suitably dramatic and remarkably private.

-She starts leading Kai up the stairs to the balconies at the top of the con hall.-

-Lucius barely seems to notice Denali's changing form, since right now he's sobbing and burying his face in his hand.-

Lucius: ...Yeah. Y-yeah, I... I want to make things better, whatever it takes. I don't know what it looks like, but... I've been so s-shit to so many of my f-friends, and I'm not sure how I can go b-back to them...

-Kai giggles as she's led up to the balcony-

Kai: Of course. Plus, no matter how despicable you might be, you don't strike me as the type to enjoy collateral damage. The middle of a convention would be quite an easy place to get citizens hurt, after all.

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Maggie: "Kinda, yeah."

Tale: <Former. With an e.>

"Well, the simplest step is usually the first one buddy," Denali responded, "Step One is also the biggest one. It involves 2 words that are the hardest to say, especially if you don't mean them."

Denali took a deep breath, "I'm Sorry" are those words."

Denali got a box of tissues for Lucius, "Judging from now, you will mean those words when you finally say them, the issue is, who do you say them to? That's step Two. Step Three is to then honestly talk to them, about why you felt the way you did, make it clear that it's a explanation, not a excuse for your behaviour."

Denali stood up and placed a hand to their chin, "In fact, I think I might need to set up a regular thing with you, I could provide some help, would that be okay Lucius?"

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Brie: I-I-I mean, if it belongs to someone, and not someone from this world, I think we have some responsibility to make sure they all get back together for ease of transition back, you know?

Halcyon: -sighs-

Shaun: "I know some people are selling food. I kinda wanna see what creative stuff they've made."

Lucina: "...my father gave it to me."

Mako: <Nice to meet you, Tale. That's my trainer, Isbrand.>

-Isrbrand nods in greeting.-

Isbrand: "'Sup?"

-Gaia giggles once again as she continues to lead Kai up to the balcony.-

Gaia: That is very true. After all, I may be a villain, but my adherence to certain moral standards allows me to grandstand over the hero, should I desire to at this point.

-She pauses for a moment, then pulls off her mask, revealing a mop of thick hair that has clearly recently been dyed red.-

Gaia Alice: That said... I'll admit, I'm not quite sure where to go from here.

-Lucius sniffs as he looks back up at Denali.-

Lucius: ...Yeah. Yeah, that would be okay with me. And... I think I can get the hang of saying that. "I'm sorry." I... I don't know how much it'll mean to the others, but... thank you. At least now I... I have something I can say, and mean it.

-He turns and starts to walk away.-

J-Con

"Machoke": Well... she was going to school here in Lumiose when suddenly she just... dropped out of contact.

The university has no leads...

She thinks for a moment.

"I don't believe we ever introduced ourselves. Lin."

She offers a hand for Lucina to shake.

Maggie nods and smiles.

Maggie: "Sounds good to me, Boris."

Tale: <Pleasure. Looks like your trainer's a tough-looking one. My trainer, Kaisei, unfortunately isn't here.>

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Shaun: "Da, comrade. Perhaps we will find borscht."

I knew that Tentacruel seemed familiar...

Mako: <Oh, cool. She's actually a big softie inside but she'd never admit it.>

Lucina: "I'm...Lucy."

Kai: Yeah, I'm not denying that. But, like... for one, the last time I picked up a sword I found on an undocumented island, it possessed me and the next several months were just awful. Not super fond of risking a repeat of that. If it is safe, then we should work with Corrin so she can retrieve it herself.

-Kai raises an eyebrow at Alice as she reveals herself, smirking.-

Kai: Well, now I definitely know you're not the real Alice. She's gone goth, haven't you heard? And she doesn't giggle so adorably. So out of character.

Ever: Worrying. But not insurmountable.

And not the first time there's been mon-nappings centered around the Lumiose area.

You have my word, random furries I met at a con, I'll do what I can to try and find her.

-the Sceptile eyes blink-

Muninn: <What the fuck.>

Brie: I...alright. Then, yeah. We should probably go.

J-Con

"On the Mimikyu! nobody knows you're a suspected J-Team member Ja-"

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She smiles.

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-Kai nods-

Kai: Yeah. We can come back later, when we're more prepared for what we're doing.

-She smiles-

Kai: I'd say this was a good date, at least.

Myrte: Ughhhhhh why

J-Con

“I suppose that makes sense,” Amaterasu shrugged as they continued to walk, fairly certain they were close to Gio Sage.

Colt was still silent under his fursuit, and would remain silent.

Lucina: "A pleasure to meet you, Lin."

-Alice flushes red, still clutching the Gaia helmet in her hands as she glances down at her feet.-

Alice: ...That is true, I must admit. I've hardly done myself justice here, given how very... out of character I've been. And yet... it's getting harder and harder for me to stick to the script when you have your own story in mind...

-She lets the helmet fall to her feet as she leans in for a kiss.-

J-Con

-The Mimikyu is quiet as they move. Well except when some cosplayer in a red and black plaid shirt and a big yellow wig gives the Mimikyu a hug and puts a fedora on it's 'head'-

Thanks.

-Kai blinks-

-And backs up as soon as Alice's lips meet hers.-

Kai: Hey hold on hold on hold on a sec whoa

edited 10th Jun '18 9:35:26 PM by BittersweetNSour

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