Purrloin Jani by shrubBird
*Doug chuckles, then sighs* This is 'bout the kidnappin', right? 'fraid I witnessed the whole thing — and to be honest with ya, my first guess as to where that Onix might go was them tunnels yer talkin' 'bout. *then giving Doug a more square look in the eye, he remarks* Therein lies the rub — there are more tunnels beneath this city than there are Digletts in this house countin' my wife and I as six, all cut off from each other and difficult to access t'boot! I'm 'fraid my wife might be the authority on this issue, and she clearly has priorities of her own. *it's a good thing Doug's in the kitchen, or that would get awkward*
Yes, yes, I've been told about the orbs. *Triss first addresses Goo Crew* Even I have some amount of — discomfort regarding their being sold here, but I'd never admit that to the voters. *she chuckles* Agartha will be THE go-to tourist destination for anything a Pokémon could ever want! Well, almost anything. *not unlike her husband, she can't help but think of the savage meat eaters*
*then addressing Marlon, she states* Now that is quite remarkable — the carnival is what, over by Hoard, unless I am mistaken? That must be fifty or so kilometers from here! You didn't happen to witness the goings on there — it's been quite the buzz all day, two pokémon nearly leveled the town! *then somewhat half-heartedly adding* We will, of course, send them whatever aid we can...
edited 25th Sep '17 6:21:25 PM by sarysa
Current WHABP alts: Jani (Sarah) the Purrloin, Hudson the Togetic. Tilly/Lilly (Digletts) are being Put on a Bus.Yeah. One of the two Pokémon actually gave me the gash that's underneath this bandage. (I say, pointing to my bandage.) Same one also ruined Delilah's swimsuit and gave her a gash on her hip...but it looks like that one's gone now.
(I chalk up Delilah's disappearing wound to the effects of the Transfer Orb on her.)
"Hey, least I didn't lose all my artistic talent when I crash landed in the arena here."
Purrloin Jani by shrubBird
You...FOUGHT them? *in spite of the facade she normally keeps up, Triss actually reacts in genuine surprise from the news* Why, it is wonderful to hear that there were so few casualties, but...you DO realize they were likely inflicted by the Surge, don't you? *she takes a good look at Goobert's bandages, adding* Remarkable — an old friend of the family was here not but a week ago, said it was his mission to see the Surge purged — lost several friends to it and everything.
Talkin' 'bout Digda, eh? *Doug peeks out from the kitchen, before bringing the last food items and more or less solidifying his place at the table* Turns out they met 'im! Small world, eh?
*Digda then looks around, noticing someone missing from earlier (aside from Fila) and asks* If ya don't mind me askin', what happened to yer Smeargle friend? *the mention of which turns on a lightbulb in Triss' head* (A Smeargle, a Goodra...the others could be transformed. I wonder...) *before she looks intently at Goobert*
*all this time Jani has just been exchanging looks with the sisters while trying to keep to herself*
edited 25th Sep '17 6:44:13 PM by sarysa
Current WHABP alts: Jani (Sarah) the Purrloin, Hudson the Togetic. Tilly/Lilly (Digletts) are being Put on a Bus.Andy groaned. You know what? He points to the sisters. Y'all can dig, and that's good enough. I put forth a search party int the tunnels, and declare we shall not return above ground till we've found our friends. Any of you willing to do something heroic come down, as for the rest, stay. Because you're clearly to pre-occupied with catch-up, and not with saving lives. We can chat in the tunnels. We just need to find them. Am I clear?
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Purrloin Jani by shrubBird
*realizing she's looked at Goobert for a little too long, she remarks* Where are my manners... *though Andy's remark causes Triss to then give Andy a stare* ...and speaking of manners... *to which Doug then whispers to Andy* Watch it there, kiddo! Ya've gotta be careful with how y'handle the missus! She comes from a somewhat...refined background.
*turning to Noriaki to address his statement, Triss nods* Indeed, first those poor folks at Silversand, and now Hoard. Before you know it, it could be Gleamscape, or Oric... *well that was an unexpected slip up* ahem, or perhaps even us...
*the tension causes Jani to remark* Doctor Durango Durant's, actually. Funny name, but he seemed alright. *Jani adds, not sure why she did, though Triss barbs* You might also remember him from your annual checkups, I should hope. *to which Jani simply sighs*
*she then turns to address Goobert properly, and says* I apologize sir, but I do believe I never got your name...and come to think of it, author fuckup found I've neglected to introduce myself as well! Most folks call me "the Mayor", but as friends of Milly here, by all means...call me Triss.
edited 25th Sep '17 7:00:30 PM by sarysa
Current WHABP alts: Jani (Sarah) the Purrloin, Hudson the Togetic. Tilly/Lilly (Digletts) are being Put on a Bus.My name is Goobert. (I say.) It's, uh, nice to meet you. The Swampert is Marsha, and the Dragonite is Delilah. We also have another friend with us, but he's with Eliot at the clinic...
(I'm still wondering why she was staring at me so intently, and I can tell from the looks on Marsha and Delilah's faces that they are, too.)
"Hey, least I didn't lose all my artistic talent when I crash landed in the arena here."
Purrloin Jani by shrubBird
*with a smile, Triss states* Such refined manners, Noriaki! Or is it Sir Noriaki? *she then bows to Noriaki in kind* I must say, you remind me of some folks from a certain kingdom on an island not far from our own...at least in terms of presentation. *she is indeed referring to the not-yet-visited kingdom Noriaki's arena rival hailed from* I can only imagine you brought that level of elegance to the battlefield during that terrible incident.
And Goobert, such a wonderfully fitting name. You two do seem to be quite close. *perhaps for the first time, Triss actually takes a bite herself, while figuring out what her next move should be. In the meantime, Lilly asides to the gang* Your friend there seems a bit spaced... *she's referring to the Leafeon* Is she going to be okay?
*after folks have time to address Lilly's question, Triss opts to ask an unusual question. Actually somewhat of a roulette, but she goes for it anyway* That Ribombee friend of yours...he doesn't seem to be around. I've heard all about him, he wouldn't happen to be out shopping or something?
Current WHABP alts: Jani (Sarah) the Purrloin, Hudson the Togetic. Tilly/Lilly (Digletts) are being Put on a Bus.

*Doug happened to be in when Goobert spoke, and he responds* Think nothing of it! Y'all might say it's a past time of mine — plus, my wife here is always havin' guests over, so I've had quite a bit of practice over the years! *before turning to Andy and saying* Which tunnels, exactly? City's full of 'em — but don't think we all go tunnelin' willy nilly after all! We've got structural concerns to worry 'bout, aesthetic cohesion, and with the influx of new tourists and residents, it's more important than ever ta curb our diggin'!
*noticing the party's discomfort, Triss sighs, realizing she came on too string* Looks like I've done it again, I'm afraid. I should apologize — if you folks had come in by normal means, you likely would have been aware that I am the mayor of this fine city.
*she then adds* Now, I did not mean to come off as accusatory, but from your reactions and what my daughters tell me, something has clearly happened — and an understanding is clearly needed. *then Lilly launches off her mother's statement, adding a home-spun touch* We're just as confused as you are! I'm sorry for what I did, but...that's our sister there, plain and simple!
*the other family members opt not to amend Lilly's statement*
Current WHABP alts: Jani (Sarah) the Purrloin, Hudson the Togetic. Tilly/Lilly (Digletts) are being Put on a Bus.