(The discussion thread is here
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Welcome to HGS: Another Side Another Story. It is a roleplay spinoff for the Hunger Games Simulator forum game, akin to both the RP's in the Roleplaying section as well as the ITTs in Forum Games. It tells the story of the Hunger Games in the Arena of Panem, the nominators who sent the tributes, the tributes themselves both in and out of the Arena or even other people relevant to the Games. In addition, it also tells their stories beyond the Arena.
You can jump right in with any character, like your nominator self, your tributes, etc. The structure of this RP will be open-world. Don't worry about not being skilled/experienced enough or being new to RP'ing. Finally, ASAS accepts any skill level or RP style. Other than these, there are some important rules to note, which are:
- No godmodding will be allowed or tolerated here. The offending player will be given punishment depending on the severity.
- Please communicate anything important you plan on another player with the said player first. Don't just execute it without their consent.
- Don't be rude to other players, both out and in-universe. This extends to RP offenses like railroading, guilt-tripping, coercing, or other forms of forcing them.
- This RP is related to the Hunger Games Simulation:Beyond the Possibilities forum game. Thus it will have events based from that game, including the tributes. This means if you want to RP as tributes, please nominate them officially on the thread first, with misses not being counted. This has to be done after an incident with a player who hasn't joined the game itself yet.
- Since this RP is Loose Canon in relation to the main HGS thread, the host's interpretation of events isn't necessarily 100% canon. Every player has the right to deviate from what the host says and go with their own interpretations. If multiple players have their tributes involved in the same event(s), please communicate with each other so that you're on the same page regarding how you see them.
- This RP chronicles the lives of the nominators and their tributes behind the scenes. While dark plots are acceptable, the overall tone of the RP should be light-hearted and comedic. This RP is not a Cosmic Horror Story or action story about defeating evil. It is a Slice of Life comedy with some adventure to it, first and foremost. Our previous RP, Convergence, is not representative of the intended tone, and the grimdark tone of that RP is one of the main reasons it was retooled.
- Nominators and tributes alike can transform into Pokemon whenever they enter a Pokemon Mystery Dungeon World (but they can bypass this with certain items/methods or shapeshifting) or via other means outside it such as a season event, Transformation Trinkets, or shapeshifting. The players are free to choose the Pokéforms that best suit their characters and even give them color schemes outside the standard and Shiny colors, but there is a hard rule for this. If you want your character's Pokéform to be a Legendary, Mythical, or Ultra Beast, please ask the RP mods for approval. Outside the Arena, these Pokéforms are still OP, but we want to give leeway for tributes who theoretically can have them such as deities.
- Other rules are covered in the RP guides: https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/posts.php?discussion=13414403220A81433600&page=1#comment-1
Other guides to help you can be found below:
Here's my opening RP post:
Detective Gamechanger's Base
A sharp-dressed man in a green suit and yellow tie is standing by the entrance of the base. He is of average height and has whitish skin, though still a bit darker. He is Billy, one of the nominators and the organizer of the party.
Indeed, after the nominators' returned and settled their problems, they decide to have fun with a party. Billy also sent invites for all the other nominators out there, as well as basically anyone else, including tributes, non associated parties, interested nominators who haven't participate yet, or even those who just wants to hang out.
The place itself in the base is refurbished for party purposes. Fancy chairs and tables are set everywhere for people to relax, as well as put food and other objects for the latter. There's also various collections showcased, including those belonging to the Detective, like his classic cars. Various themes to the base are set too, including detective noir as GC would have preferred.
Billy is now awaiting for other guests to arrive. He is also ready to give them a pleasant surprise during the party pertaining to his nation.
Edited by Billy5545 on Aug 23rd 2023 at 12:18:55 AM
10,000 grams of pure caffeine
Eye-Sicle's Lair
"Malleable? Like a reality warper's own custom house, eh...anyway alright I'll tell the others."
Cassie gets another phonecall from Lily regarding what to do with the Battle Royale.
"Uh, got that worked out. Took opportunity of a favor during our trip and me and Riley are gonna be apart for a while, you know what I mean."
Cassie then tells Riley a bit.
"Um, yeah, Riley, enjoy what you can with your own body, it's not gonna last long probably given why I even asked for this shit." Cassie pats Riley on the shoulder.
"...oh. But...what if you ended up on my body, given that...y'know, you'd very much likely die over there?" Riley asks back.
"..."
"...I dunno how to feel about that, fuck..."
Cassie | he/they | But will it stop the pain forever? / I just can't be sure
Not an evil Thievul
Eye-Sicle's Lair
You're quite welcome! (Hildegarde chuckles.)
(Taki mimics Riley's twirl and ends up falling flat on his back, dizzy.)
Is everything alright, Cassie? (Stanford asks.)
Hall of Origin
(The Bugtrio are floored at being in the presence of so many Legendaries.)
W-W-Well...erm...ah...yes, it IS for my name... (Henry stammers, trying to find the words to say. Both the overall situation and Xerneas of all Pokémon complimenting him on his tabard has him feeling a bit overwhelmed. "Aha! Wait until I tell everyone who thought I looked ridiculous in this!")
(But given Giratina's reaction to James mentioning Phoebe, it seems they know about Phoebe as well.)
W-We stumbled into a parallel version of a town from our world that she had taken over by manipulating its version of Henry. (Shelley says.) But...pardon me for asking, but how do YOU all know about her? (Shelley asks.)
'Cause we told 'em. (The Bugtrio whirl around to see a SECOND Dialga and Palkia emerging through a portal.) Heyo, we're the Dialga and Palkia from the Bugtrio's universe.
(Tenn gestures around, wanting to know what on earth is going on here.)
The Scizor appears to be demanding an explanation. (Dialga-W says.)
Good, you can tell 'em, D. (Palkia-W says.)
But it is quite embarrassing-
D, I'm embarrassed about it, too. We can tell 'em what's going on.
Edited by kablammin45 on Mar 1st 2022 at 10:17:14 AM
"Lucian, don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through this."
10,000 grams of pure caffeine
Eye-Sicle's Lair
"Bleh, the whole situation between Riley and me is pretty complicated given that both of us originate from the same body and mind." Cassie answers.
"Oh also..." Cassie informs the folks at the lair about the Tempests' presence, as well as texting some of the other nominators about it.
Cassie | he/they | But will it stop the pain forever? / I just can't be sure
Léodagan, the Bloodthirsty
Hall of Origin
The FBW were shocked too when another Palkia and Dialga showed up. At this point, even Arthur's brain started to fry.
"Do not worry. In truth, most of us were also quite surprised when they first appeared here." Reshiram reassured the six rescuers with a kind smile.
"And quite annoyed. Between this Diala who speaks like we were 500 years ago and this Palkia who is visibly just as moronic as Lugia..." Zekrom growled.
"Hey! That ain't a bad thing!" Lugia protested.
"It is... tolerable in your case, Lugia. But this is the master of space we are talking about. We expected a more... dignified counterpart." Ho-Oh said.
"We are sssstill reluctant to ally with them." Zygarde hissed, staring at them with Rayquaza.
"Please, stop talking about our counterparts. This is getting uncomfortable." Palkia sighed.
"More importantly, you said that you stumbled with her. What happened next?" Dialga asked the two rescue teams.
"W-We... We managed to free said town from her grasp, but she teleported away." James explained, Giratina still staring dangerously at him and Henry.
Fortunately, upon hearing those words, the Renegade calmed down a bit and backed down, causing James to wipe his forehead and sigh in relief. Nick also regained more or less his composure as he let go of Shelley.
"Wait, really? That's great guys!" Lugia exclaimed.
"THEY STILL FAILED TO CAPTURE HER." Rayquaza dryly said.
"Hmph... Those mortalsssss are not assss foolish as we firsssssst thought. We will let that failure ssssssslide... for now." Zygarde ominously hissed.
"Our lords the Creator is here." Zacian and Zamazenta suddenly interrupted as a glowing light slowly walked down the stairway.
Soon enough, the light touched the ground, and Arceus in person revealed himself, prompting all gods, save for Giratina, to bow at their Creator.
"Giratina..." Arceus spoke.
Giratina grunted and bowed his head too. Arceus then turned towards Dialga and Palkia-W.
"I take it you are the counterparts Dialga and Palkia told me about. I bid you welcome, children."
The Alpha Pokémon noticed the Bugtrio and the FBW.
"How... peculiar. Why are those mortals here?" Arceus asked.
"Creator! The Gorebyss that we tried to capture has been defeated by those two rescue teams!" Xerneas chirped.
"Buuut she slithered away." Yveltal sighed.
Arceus silently nodded, and slowly approached the six Pokémons. James stared at him with wide eyes and mouth. It was a miracle he hadn't fainted yet from awe and fear.
"...Oh my god guys, this is literally God." Nick squeaked.
"...T-Tenn is right. We would like to know what's going on with Phoebe." Arthur asked, he too taken aback by Arceus being so close to the group. Arceus nodded and waved at Palkia.
"You may know this by now, but this specific Gorebyss does not come from any of our worlds. She comes from one that is similar to the Bugtrio's one."
"Wait... Does that mean that there's another Phoebe in our friends' world?" Nick asked, worried.
"Possibly. But you would have known by now if she is a threat." Dialga reassured.
"We do not know how she received her powers, or what he true goals are. But the universe you have visited is not the only one she has desecrated... You would not like to see what she did in some of them."
The FBW all cringed, remembering how Phoebe brainwashed an entire town. Could she do worse than that?
"I already had my suspicions about her existence, but our unexpected meeting with our counterparts enlightened us greatly about Phoebe. She can do worse than simply enslaving towns. I fear that if left unchecked, she would harm our respective universes as well. She is cunning, and might not hesitate to ally with problems we are already dealing with."
"Ermm... You mean like Groudon and Kyogre in our universe?" James hesitantly asked, earning an angry glare from Rayquaza.
"Yes. For now, Rayquaza managed to contain the two great titans despite their seals being broken. But their immense power and hatred from one another will not be forever contained." Dialga said, causing the FBW to all shudder.
"Another one who comes to mind is... Kyurem. The body that I and my twin once shared and who is confined in the Great North regions." Reshiram sighed sadly.
"That... thing is more a soulless undead than an actual living being. A creature that freezes anything that comes too close to it. The first time Reshiram discovered it, it tried to..." Zekrom said. To the FBW's surprise, the grumpy god stopped talking and gripped Reshiram tighter, sighing, while Reshiram himself looked fearful and clung on tightly to him.
"Reshiram, Zekrom, and Kyurem were once a god on the same level as Lord Rayquaza and Lord Zygarde. But this deity was so powerful they could not control well their power. The Creation Trio was forced to intervene and separated the Pokémon in two, leaving Kyurem as a shell. Since then, that almost-mindless creature is obsessed with trying to reform itself, and the consequences would be catastrophic." Ho-Oh explained, noticing the duo's distress.
"Lastly, there are aliens. We already allowed a powerful one, Deoxys, to enter our pantheon after it crashed on our planet, but there are many more in dimensions between dimensions. We know the nominators came across some of them when they rescued their friend Psychedelicate from being abducted by Nihilegos. We mainly know two of the most powerful, but only by name: Necrozma and Eternatus. Fortunately, they seem to mind their own business for now."
"And before I forget, there are also deities and many more species from another region that most of you have yet to fully discover. They have not visited us since eons, but I do not remember if they are hostile or not."
"So much for your knowledge, Palkia." Giratina sarcastically said.
"...Wow. That's a lot to take in." Nick said. But the message was clear. After seeing how immoral Phoebe seemed to be, they couldn't let her approach such dangerous Pokémons.
"You may have not caught Phoebe, but by freeing this town from her, you have saved countless lives. As such, you will be rewarded for your help, but first..." Arceus said to the rescuers. James' eyes popped up from his skull as Arceus bowed his head to him and Henry.
"You have proved your worth this day. As gods, we cannot leave our world and track Phoebe down, but you could. I humbly ask that you stop Phoebe's multiversal rampage and bring her to justice."
James let go of Henry and stared at Arceus, dumbfounded.
T-This has to be a dream... This must be a dream! he thought, blinking several times in shock.
James was shaking like a leaf. He was proud, he lived for glory, but God asking his and Henry's team's help? That was a bit too much. This caused a flurry of emotions to go through him as he struggled to even speak or know what to do next.
And after nearly losing himself because of Phoebe, could he really stand up against her?
James gasped when Nick and Arthur tightly grabbed their boyfriend's hands. Nick was smiling reassuringly at him while Arthur nodded with a small smile. They weren't going to give up on him.
James took a deep breath and looked at Henry with an honest smile, motioning at him to get close. He then looked at Arceus.
"Yes, Original One. On behalf of my team, I accept your request. We will do everything in our power to prevent Phoebe from causing more havoc."
Edited by Scipion3 on Mar 2nd 2022 at 1:18:49 PM
"You're married like me, you know monstrosity can take many forms."
I'm helping!
Tempest Zone - Hallway
Ringo has been going from room to room, Libby idly following her. Eventually she realizes...
"Where in the world is the front door to this place?!"
"We don't have one," Libby says. "Thus the gates."
"What? You mean this whole place is completely isolated!?"
"Yeah? Thus the gates?"
"How'd it even get built like this?"
"The gates?"
"I don't know what you mean gates, you can't just keep saying the same word without explaining it!"
Trouble Cube continues to be a general-purpose forum for those who desire such a thing.
Braids From S286 Not Included
Castle Town
Ralsei and the others follow Queen to the town center, and they gather around to watch her build the other telepad. The other citizens, even Topchef and Malius, drop by to see what's going on, and Ralsei tells them how the trade went. Some of them are concerned about opening up to another world when they're not ready for the Light World yet, but they're still excited to buy new goods from Whispering Pines.
"Mama miba!" says Topchef while crying Tears of Joy, "new-a ingredients for my one-of-a-kind-a Spin Cake!"
"I'll see if I can fix up and fuse these new equipment with my technique!" adds Malius while flexing their neck muscles.
After an hour, Queen finishes building the telepad and gestures to it.
And Now We Shall Test If The Trading System Is Fully Functional (Cheers) she turns to Ralsei and says, Please Send Cam Snail Mail With This So She Will Know
"Got it!"
He retreats to his castle to get a quill and parchment, then returns with the finished letter. He sets it on the telepad and types in the coordinates to send it to Cam.
Power's Home
Twilight widens her eyes as Power tells her story.
"So yeah... what happened between Fluttershy and Angel happened to me and Ralsei, except that we kept our own voices."
"So all this time... 'Angel' was telling me and Spike that she was actually Fluttershy stuck in his body all along?!"
"Yeah, we were lucky to keep our voices because it wasn't Wanda's Soulstorm that swapped us."
"Interesting... I should ask Fluttershy about that since she looked like she was in trouble back then, but anyway! I'm so proud that you two successfully accomplished the mission despite that!"
"Heehee, yep! It was one big learning experience for both of us! But now that I've learned how to walk on two legs, I'm planning to visit the world beyond the Crystal Mirror someday."
"Really? Why is that?"
"I want to look for my second human counterpart."
The Database Library, Basement
6k1 and Mimi enter the family room and see Ally laying the mats on the floor. The Databot gets up, puts her hands in a praying position, and bows to them.
Welcome to today's yoga session, she says. This combination of exercise and meditation will relax your muscles and aid in releasing any emotional tension you still have.
6k1 and Mimi go on their mats and bow to her, too.
"But sis, I thought you're not flexible enough!" says the latter.
Not flexible enough to effectively shapeshift like the original Garnet, but I will do my best.
"Alright!"
"But nothing that only a professional contortionist can do, okay?" asks 6k1.
Do not worry, I will teach you the basic yoga positions first. But before we begin, Cassie has messaged me that the Tempest System has contacted us after the Nominator Games.
"Really? Um, I'd like to meet them someday, but tell them that I'm busy right now."
Roger that.
Ally sends an electronic signal back to Cassie to tell him just that.
Anyway, she says to 6k1 and Mimi, let us initiate this healing exercise by performing warm-up stretches...
"Rarity, are you okay? We gotta get you and your friends outta here soon!"
Not an evil Thievul
Eye-Sicle's Lair
They aren't anybody you all have to worry about, right? (Argus asks.)
No they ain't, they're just nominators like me. (Eye-Sicle says.) More the merrier, I reckon.
Whispering Pines
(Cam is waiting by the telepad with her father and a few other Pokémon when the letter appears.) Think they're ready on their end, Dad! (She tells Bradley.)
(To let the Darkners know the telepad works, Cam writes her name on the letter before sending the letter back to Castle Town along with a basket of Berries.)
Henry Pines
(Dialga-W gives Palkia-W an indignant look when their counterparts are not impressed with the latter's more casual demeanor (especially considering just which Legendary he is). Palkia-W just shrugs in response, not seeming to really be bothered by it.) Well, I'm happy with myself...
(Then who should show up but Arceus himself.)
Heya, glad to be here. (Palkia-W says, waving at Arceus.)
Aye, greetings. (Dialga-W says, giving Palkia-W an annoyed glance for his less-than-formal greeting.)
(Henry feels like he's going to faint when Arceus commends the two rescue teams for their efforts in stopping Phoebe, and instructs them to bring her to justice before she causes anymore damage.) I-I-It would b-b-be an honor to s-s-stop her!! (Henry stammers, still shocked at just who he is hearing this from.)
(Tenn nods, while Shelley is still staring in awe.)
Just as a head's up, catching Phoebe's not going to be easy. This rogue Phoebe's not only been causing trouble in different Pokémon worlds, but she's also been looking for ways to add to her own power in other universes, whether it's science or magic, which is why she has powers far beyond those of a normal Gorebyss. (Palkia warns.) One minute she was in old Massachusetts being chased out of a house by three evil sisters after trying to steal some old magic book of theirs, and then the next she was in a mysterious mountain lab where a prodigious but troublesome child was showing Phoebe the secrets of time travel before Phoebe was discovered by Azelf and the child's robotic guardian and escaped.
M-Maybe our Phoebe could help? If they're the same person, maybe she would know the actions her other self would take. (Shelley suggests.)
That would depend on if the true Phoebe would actually be willing to help. She is conducting herself in a far peaceful manner than she used to be. (Dialga-W says.)
(Palkia opens up a small window in space, allowing the group to lay eyes on the Phoebe of the Bugtrio's world. This Phoebe does not appear to be insane in the slightest. She's calmly running a flower shop in a small town. The only thing that seems off is that she is considerably bigger than what is normal for a Gorebyss (even moreso than the Phoebe the rescue teams just fought).)
I am not sure if you know her story, but in your timeline, Phoebe was a dreamer who aspired to live up to her famous grandfather, a well-known scientist. However, she made a serious error in school and was expelled. She took it so badly that she completely lost all sense of reality and quite nearly destroyed her hometown in a bid to do prove everyone wrong. One of the things she did was create an evil serum made from Wonder Orbs to control other Pokémon, change their form, and force them to agree with her. (Dialga-W says.) But luckily, she had her friends to prevent her from going too far.
(In the window, Phoebe puts up a "Will Be Back" sign up on her stand as an Alolan Golem walks in. Phoebe cheerfully greets him and the two of them head toward to a nearby restaurant.)
Her childhood friend there, Stellan, quite literally shocked some sense into Phoebe and awoke her to the damage she was doing to both herself, her town, and the people around her. (Dialga-W continues.) '' She surrendered and turned herself in. Now, although she has never gone back to her home village again, she has made a new life for herself in this small village and uses herself as an example of why one must know to not let your ambitions blind you to what is truly important.
I suppose the other Phoebe we dealt with was her if she hadn't been stopped? (Shelley asks.)
Also, why is our Phoebe so big? (Henry asks.)
Okay, first, your Phoebe sorta forced herself into a Dynamax state without a Power Spot nearby through one of her experiments, and it left her permanently stuck at a much bigger size when it wore off. (Palkia explains.) Secondly, Shelley's right on the money. The timeline the other Phoebe is from was never meant to happen, but she slipped out through a time distortion that happened while D and I were...indisposed during the Hunger Games season we were in a while back, and now she's on the loose. We've been doing what we can to find her and stop her.
"Lucian, don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through this."
Léodagan, the Bloodthirsty
Silver Mountain
Aaron watched happily as an awestruck Lucian kept howling in happiness as the aurora borealis kept going.
"This is incredible! Oh my god! Wooooooooo!!" Lucian laughed, happily hugging Oscar while huddling against Aaron and June.
Aaron giggled at the two shy Pokémons and rested his head on June's shoulder.
"June... Gosh, I feel so happy right now. I think I have literal Buterflees in my chest." he said to the Zoroark, hugging her too.
Hall of Origin
Lugia cackled at James and Henry's reactions at Arceus but stopped when Ho-Oh nudged him. The two rescue teams then listened carefully to Palkia and Dialga-W.
"Well shit... She's quite something." Arthur exclaimed, he and his teammates shocked by Phoebe's story.
"Right... If she's that resourceful, we might need some help from Aaron's team. I know the kids are good and have helped the noms on several occasions." Nick said.
"I guess so. One thing's sure, we'll have to find the normal Phoebe and ask her to help us. Maybe she could knock some sense into the evil one. Because if she could brainwash others and turn into a Dynamax form before her escapade, there's no telling what she can do now."
"I agree. This may be probably one of the toughest missions we will have to do." James agreed.
"Hold on, you two. You did not mention that you are responsible for that distortion." Giratina snarled at Dialga-W and Palkia-W.
"Giratina, please. This was something they could not control." Arceus said. Giratina stared at Arceus and reluctantly sighed.
"...Remind me to contact their Giratina when this crisis is dealt with. Dealing with my siblings is one thing. Dealing with their idiotic counterparts is beneath my patience." the Renegade growled.
Arceus sighed, then turned towards the alternate Dialga and Palkia, as well as the rescue teams.
"Again, I thank you all for your assistance. I am confident we will meet again, my children. I pray for your success" he said. In awe, Arthur and Nick nodded while James, just as shocked as Henry did an exaggerated bow.
"Ho-Oh? I let you take care of them." Arceus said. The phoenix smiled and more than happily bowed at him.
The legendary Alpha glowed brightly again and disappeared in a flash of light.
Rayquaza was the first Pokémon to leave, roaring aggressively at the alternate Dialga and Palkia as well as the Bugtrio before flying away.
"We will ssssstill watch you... clossssssely. Our eyesssss are everywhere." Zygarde warned them too before slithering away, silently ordering Xerneas and Yveltal to leave.
"But Lord Zygarde, I want to stay a bit to know those strangers more!" Xerneas protested.
"Come on. You don't want to anger the big guy." Yveltal groaned, grabbing Xerneas by the tail and pulling her away. Zacian and Zamazenta were next as they silently walked away.
"We must regain our dimensions and resume our watch over our respective aspects. Learning about you two was certainly... something that I expected at a later time." Dialga said to his counterpart.
"Indeed. If we meet again though... Could you both improve your language?" Palkia asked before both disappeared.
Giratina silently stared at the six friends with an unreadable expression, then at the alternate Dialga and Palkia with a hateful look before retreating into the shadows.
"So guys? How do you feel meeting with the big guy and almost dying because of big scary Ray'?" Lugia asked as he, Ho-Oh, Reshiram, and Zekrom approached the group.
"I'm gonna be frank for once. That was the most amazing and the scariest thing I've ever done. I'm still not sure if I'm dreaming or not." Arthur said, sighing.
"Yeah. I-I mean already meeting with one legendary is shocking, but meeting with so many legendary Pokémons is terrifying and awesome." Nick exclaimed.
"I... fully agree. That was an incredible roller coaster of emotions." James said before turning towards Henry.
"And goodness, to think that... t-that Arceus in person would bless us and ask us for help. I don't know about you dear Henry, but I almost fainted when he did so. I still have goosebumps. Oh, I believe I will remember this moment for the rest of my life." he said to the Flygon, pulling an hand on his friend's shoulder.
James took a deep breath to calm himself and looked at the remaining legendaries.
"Great Pokémons, I would like to apologize for my frightened behavior. I must have looked quite ridiculous." James said, rubbing his head.
"Oh please, we understand." Reshiram hastily reassured, chuckling gracefully.
"I won't hold it against you either. You have almost been incinerated by Raqyquaza moments ago. It must have been quite a shock." Zekrom grunted.
"AH! You bet, Zeky! Especially James and Henry! They were like that, BLEEEEEEEEH!!" Lugia cackled before mimicking their faces and suddenly hugging Ho-Oh.
James cringed and hid his face with his face when Arthur and Nick started to snort. Even Reshiram let out a light girlish chuckle.
"Lugia?? W-What on Earth are you doing??" Ho-Oh exclaimed, trying to get loose.
"I'm imitating them! Hey, let me quote you guys! "WAAAAAAAIIIIEEEEE"!! "WE'RE GONNA DIIEEEEE!!"" Lugia kept mimicking in a high-pitched voice, not letting go of his sibling.
"OW, MY BEAUTIFUL EARS! U-UNHAND ME AT ONCE!! LUGIA LET ME-AUGH!!" Ho-Oh screamed, only to trip and fall on the floor, with Lugia on top of him.
"Huh? Sorry bro, I can't hear you!" Lugia giggled as Ho-Oh futilely flapped his wings and kept shrieking in indignation.
"That's enough Lugia. Keep going, and I am going to fry you on spot." Zekrom menacingly growled, his patience becoming low.
"Oh Zekrom..." Reshiram sighed, intimidated. Lugia sighed and jumped away from Ho-Oh before helping him get up.
"Hey, sorry 'bout that. Just had a very long day so I kina have to relax. You're kicking, dude?"
"I am... Somehow... By the stars, you are a heavy one." Ho-Oh croaked.
"...Wait, are you calling me fat-"
"AHEM! AHEM! First things first, where should we teleport you? Back at Whispering Pines, or at the Inteleon's mansion?"
"Oh right, you guys have never visited James's mansion! It's really something!" Nick suggested a the Bugtrio.
"Indeed! It would be my greatest pleasure to welcome you into my ancestors' residence for the night!" James added, bowing at them with his cocky smirk.
"We'll see later about that. Arceus said he planned some kind of... reward for us?" Arthur asked.
"He did. Tenn, the Scizor. It falls to me to reward you and your teammates. I cannot help but notice that... nasty wound you have on your throat." Ho-Oh said.
"Little bro? You're not gonna incinerate her, are you? She's a Scizor, ya know? She's not buddy-buddy with fire." Lugia said.
"Are you mocking me, Lugia? I am the great Ho-Oh! I can resurrect Pokémons from the dead. My sacred fire will not harm her if I decide so!" Ho-Oh scoffed.
"In truth, I believe he is just concerned about her safety. She is important to the rest of her companions... More for some than others." Reshiram said, glancing at Henry and Tenn with an amused smile, feeling that something was going on between the two.
"...Pardon me great Reshiram, but what do you mean by that?" James asked, confused.
"That is for us to know, and you to find out." Zekrom dryly answered.
"Lord Arceus said you needed a reward. And I am offering you one. If you wish so Tenn, I can heal your wound before we send you home." Ho-Oh explained.
"You're married like me, you know monstrosity can take many forms."
What, me worry?
As he waits for the season to begin, Matthew is feeling like he needs to get out there, to see some of the people there. As sometime ago, he did go to a party, only to freeze up and fade into the background. He's felt bad about it and is looking to try and redeem himself over that.
He decides to set out to the Database Library, and stands around, hoping to see 6K1, somebody who he thought was good people. How will she react to him when he's finally showed up after all this time? Guess he'll find out...
10,000 grams of pure caffeine
Eye-Sicle's Lair
"Riley, remind me what we're supposed to do again?" Cassie asks.
"...um...I don't know?" Riley answers.
"It's fine, I remember. I was just checking if you did."
"Remember...what?"
"...we're gonna fucking find CG-"
"Oh...right...sorry about that!"
"Hey? Therese? We set to go?" Riley asks her.
Cassie | he/they | But will it stop the pain forever? / I just can't be sure
CG for short
Eye-Sicle's Lair, Thérèse
"Right, I believe all of us are ready now. So, Stanford, where should we start looking?"
Victor of HGS S320 | "There's rosemary, that's for remembrance. Pray you, love, remember."
Not an evil Thievul
Eye-Sicle's Lair
Erm...well, after being here so long, I've realized that I have not really had the chance to explore District 9. The most I've gone to out here is the farmhouse up the street where Kay and her friends were living in before they came here. (Stanford says.) And that time I didn't see anyone fitting CG's description there.
Hall of Origin
Sheesh, we're really in for it now, D. I hope our Giratina isn't too hard on us. (Palkia-W asides to Dialga-W.)
(Arceus leaves and Henry nearly faints before Tenn and Shelley catch him.)
I...I cannot believe this just happened. Truly, I'll remember this as well. (Henry wheezes.)
This has been one of the most amazing experiences of my life... (Shelley agrees.)
Not sure I can completely go back to talking the way I used to at this point, but, uh, I'll definitely try. (Palkia-W tells his counterpart.)
(Palkia-W bursts with laughter upon seeing Lugia playfully tease James and Henry and messing around with Ho-Oh (while Dialga-W just looks embarrassed).)
It would be an honor to visit your mansion, James! (Henry says. Tenn nods in agreement.)
(Then comes the biggest question. Tenn looks shocked that she has the opportunity to get her throat injury healed (and quite possibly regain her voice).)
Well, Tenn, will you take it? (Henry asks her.) This feels like a once in a lifetime chance, doesn't it? And from a Legendary Pokémon, no less.
(Tenn nods. Although she's definitely not saying no, she still seems nervous.)
Tenn, d-do you want m-...us to hold your hands while Ho-Oh does this? (Shelley asks Tenn.)
(Tenn nods. Henry and Shelley get on either side of her.)
(Shelley looks up at Ho-Oh.) Fire was how Tenn got hurt and lost her voice in the first place, so she's very nervous. Please be careful.
"Lucian, don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through this."
Kirby
Database Library
After Therese and the others left, Mr. Star then left too.
Star Angel Palace
Sometime after, Mr. Star receives Cassie's message about the Tempests.
"Oh, new people!"
I'm helping!
Tempest Zone - Radio Room
Dream and Ana continue to fiddle with knobs... and they stop. "Think that should do it."Ana picks up a small handheld device as Dream merges with them once more. "Channels should be open for anyone wanting to contact us now. ... How's Libby doing with Ringo, you think?"
Tempest Zone - Libby's Room
Libby is painting her nails.Absolutely nothing else of interest is happening.
...
...
Oh, okay, Ringo's yelling about something, but that's not interesting. To Libby.
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CG for short
Eye-Sicle's Lair, Thérèse
"That's fine by me. We have to start somewhere after all. Let's head over to the farmhouse now."Edited by Cutegirl920fire on Mar 2nd 2022 at 9:16:29 AM
Victor of HGS S320 | "There's rosemary, that's for remembrance. Pray you, love, remember."
10,000 grams of pure caffeine
Eye-Sicle's Lair
"Waaaaait, am I okay to come along or do I just stay around here until it's Battle Royale time?" Cassie asks.
Cassie | he/they | But will it stop the pain forever? / I just can't be sure
Not an evil Thievul
Eye-Sicle's Lair
Up to you, kid. I know I'm not going 'cause of that. But also I just don't wanna go out there again lookin' like this! (Eye-Sicle says.)
Me either! (Bi-Sicle agrees.)
Silver Mountain
Oh, y' need help gettin' 'em out? (June jokes.) Aw, I'm kiddin'. This is AMAZIN'! I'nt Oscar?
Yeah... (Oscar sighs. He can't think of a better place to be right now. Watching these amazing lights with his best friends...)
(Dess watches the lights from atop the illusionary cafe as well. They emit a slightly wistful sigh.)
Edited by kablammin45 on Mar 2nd 2022 at 10:21:19 AM
"Lucian, don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through this."
Léodagan, the Bloodthirsty
Silver Mountain
Aaron laughed at June's joke and happily snuggled with her. Transported, Lucian kept snuggling with Oscar too.
After a while, the lights slowly disappeared. Aaron and Lucian panted for a moment, trying to regain their senses.
"W-Wow... T-That was... wow! Just wow!!" Aaron exclaimed, clapping.
"Yeah! Wow!!" Lucian chirped, laughing and putting a hand on his bumping chest.
The two canine Pokémons giggled a bit and Aaron petted Lucian's neck.
"Oh Aaron... T-Thank you sooooo much for getting us here."
"Anytime, Lucian. Anytime." Aaron answered.
The Lucario then looked at Dess who stood alone atop the illusionary cafe. He sighed and looked at June with an encouraging smile.
"Lucian? Oscar? Don't move from here, we'll be back." Aaron said. Lucian nodded and he watched as Aaron "exited" the cafe.
"Dess!! You're alright up there?" he called out to them.
As for Lucian, he sheepishly looked at the ground for a moment, not knowing what to say. The Lycanroc looked at Oscar and smiled as he happily snuggled against him.
"Oh Oscar... I'm so glad you're here with me. Without you and your clothes, I don't think today would have been that enjoyable." he muttered.
Hall of Origin
"Of course! Since you are close though, you are also going to be in my fire's radius. But fear not, mortals, no harm shall come upon you." Ho-Oh answered Shelley as she and Henry grabbed Tenn's hands.
To the legendaries' surprise, the FBW also got very close to the Bugtrio.
"What are you three doing?" Ho-Oh asked.
"As rescuers, it is of our duty to assist every Pokémons in need. And right now, our dear Tenn needs as much moral support as possible." James explained.
"Aaaaw, that's nice of you guys!" Lugia exclaimed while Reshiram and Zekrom silently approved.
"Very well. Know that this will be an intense experience though. My fire will even affect Henry despite his type immunity." Ho-Oh warned.
"That's not gonna stop us." Nick said, winking.
"I have with my beloveds here. I know I will be alright." James confidently said, grabbing his two boyfriends' hands.
"Y-Yeah..." Arthur sighed, though he was a bit nervous, being a Grass-type. He still smiled when Nick grabbed his wing too.
"Hey Tenn! Try to relax! You're gonna be fine!!" the Cinderace encouraged Tenn.
"Indeed, my good woman! Just hold tight to Henry and Shelley!" James added. Arthur simply nodded at her, silently saying You're tough. You can do this.
Ho-Oh's surprised and doubtful look turned into a smile.
"Very well! Ready yourselves! Do not use any moves or this is not going to work!" the phoenix exclaimed as he emitted a golden light. The FBW instinctively closed their eyes and tightened their grip when Ho-Oh unleashed his Sacred Fire at them.
The ground the fire blast hit got littered with multicolored flames. It barely took a second for the fire to also get on every Pokémons, even Henry.
"A-Aaaaah...! O-Ohhhh g-goodness...!!" James exclaimed, both in awe and in fear upon watching himself being doused in colorful flames. The rainbow fire didn't emit smoke to smother the Pokémons, it didn't even hurt them.
It was like the six Pokémons were burning alive but without any disfiguration or pain.
That was perhaps a bit too much for James after everything he went through and, on the verge of fainting, he lost his balance. Luckily, Arthur and Nick caught him.
"F-Fuck...! S-So... hot...!!" Arthur moaned, feeling the heat more because of his weakness. Feeling dizzy, he was forced to sit on the ground and painted, hugging tightly James.
"D-Don't be scared! I-It's okay!" Nick exclaimed at the two, sweating as well. The FBW hugged each other tight, trying to resist the heat and to reassure one another.
"T-Tenn!! Y-You're going to be alright!!" Nick called out to Tenn, knowing that she hated heat even more than Arthur.
"Aughh... You'll get through this...!" Arthur said.
"Have... Have faith, friends!!" James whizzed.
After some time, Tenn's wound shone in gold and progressively started to disappear, healing. It was just as intense as the flames around, but still not painful at all.
Edited by Scipion3 on Mar 3rd 2022 at 4:13:29 PM
"You're married like me, you know monstrosity can take many forms."
Not an evil Thievul
Silver Mountain
Yeah, thanks! (June says.)
This has been amazing! (Oscar agrees.)
(Suspecting that Aaron must be going out to find Dess, June follows him.) Be back in a sec! (She says.)
Oh, well, thank you. I'm glad you're here, too. (Oscar tells Lucian, leaning against him.) I mean, I think we would have had a good time regardless, but this has still been one of the best days I've ever had...
(Sure enough, Dess is only on top of the cafe.)
Oh, uh, yeah! Didja guys enjoy th' lights? (Dess asks.)
Yeah! They were fantastic! But...uh...why'd you leave? (June says.)
(Dess just shrugs.)
Hall of Origin
(The flame hits all six of them.)
Myfriendsthisisthemostpainfulyetpainlessexperienceivegonethroughinmylife!! (Henry squeaks, gripping Tenn as tight as he can.)
(Tenn starts inaudibly screaming, not from pain but from fear at being so close to fire.)
Tenn, hang on!! (Shelley exclaims, gripping Tenn's wrist tighter.)
(As the wound starts to heal up, Tenn's voice starts to become more audible.) AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!
It's working! It's WORKING!! (Henry exclaims.)
"Lucian, don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through this."
Léodagan, the Bloodthirsty
Silver Mountain
"Yeah... That was one of the best days I ever had too. I think we both needed this." Lucian answered Oscar, watching the night sky with him.
After a moment, the Lycanroc yawned and let out a small chuckle.
"...As fun as it was, I'm feeling a bit tired. I think we could rest in Aaron's home. It's not June's big family's house, but it has four beds and it's rather nice."
Aaron rubbed his snow hat at Dess shrugging. Much like Skyler, he had trouble reading them.
"It's alright, Dess. We're not going to hurt you. You can stay around if you want." Aaron said to Dess
Hall of Origin
"I-Indeeeeeeeed!!" James squeaked back at Henry. The FBW all widened their eyes when Tenn's inaudible scream became audible.
"G-Guys...? I-Is that...?"
"That must be... her voice!" Arthur exclaimed in shock.
"This is Tenn's voice? She sounds so low!"
"You... You're right!! TENN HOLD ON!!" Nick bellowed with a smile.
"Y-YES! Be strong Tenn! You are almost there!" James shouted to the panicked Scizor.
Ho-Oh kept breathing his Sacred Fire for some seconds, to make sure Tenn was fully healed. The Legendary then stopped, and the rainbow flames slowly disappeared.
"O-Oof... Y-You're okay guys?" Nick asked James and Arthur.
"F-Fuck I should have thought twice about doing that. I-I am feeling so hot so much right now." Arthur groaned, catching his breath and internally thanking himself for being bulky enough to stand up the heat.
"I-I guess the Great Ho-Oh was not kidding about his flames being intense... T-Thank goodness you two were there for me." James whizzed with a smile.
"Yeah... But hey, as intense as it was, that rainbow fire was pretty to look at." Nick giggled.
"I agree. Dare I say, I feel as my body has been... purified?" James said.
Nick's ears suddenly perked up upon realizing something important.
"...Guys. Tenn can talk now!! HEY TENN, YOU DID IT!!" the Cinderace exclaimed, rushing with his team towards the Scizor to help her.
"Oh my goodness, dear Tenn are you alright? This is truly a miracle!" James asked. Arthur said nothing but looked at her smiling, genuinely happy for her.
"Aaah... There you go. All good as new." Ho-Oh said with a proud smirk.
"Nice! Well done, bro! I have to handle it to Tenn, she's brave." Lugia added.
"In truth, I find it poetic that the same element who took away her voice gave it back to her." Reshiram remarked with a smile.
"You're married like me, you know monstrosity can take many forms."
Not an evil Thievul
Silver Mountain
That’s not a bad idea. June and I haven’t even seen your place yet. (Oscar says.)
(Outside, Dess disappears again, but luckily they reappear back on the ground with June and Aaron.) Sorry I flaked put on you guys. Dunno what came over me.
Hey, it’s all good! (June says. She goes to give her other self a reassuring hug, but Dess dissolves into snow again as June is walking up and reappears beside Aaron.)
Just not a huggin’ type of person? (June asks.)
Maybe that’s it! I dunno what it is, but I just keep findin’ myself feelin’ really nervous ‘n scared whenever you guys are tryin’ to hug me, and I don’t know why… (Dess shrugs.)
…………
Hall of Origin
(The flame wears off, and Tenn’s scar is visibly gone. Tenn feels the spot before looking at everyone and saying:) …That…was…rough… (in her deep natural speaking voice.) …guys…I can really talk again!
SHE SPEAKS!! MY ASSOCIATE TENN SPEAKS!! (Henry cheers, hugging the Scizor as tightly as he can, followed by Shelley hugging them both.)
Oh my gosh, I can’t believe this really just happened. My father is never going to believe this… (Tenn says. As it finally registers what just happened, Tenn actually starts to shed tears. She looks over at Ho-Oh.) Thank you SO much…
"Lucian, don’t be afraid, we’ll make it through this."
Braids From S286 Not Included
Castle Town
Everyone applauds at Cam's delivery, and Topchef purchases the Berry basket.
"Mama shiba!" he says, "I'll give-a you a sample of-a my new Spin Cake!"
"And I'll also provide you with some of my wares!" adds Malius.
They both get to work in their respective shops. Topchef then delivers a slice of the Berry Cake, priced higher than the usual Spin Cake, while Malius sends over a DD-Burger, a Silver Card, a Spike Band, and a Tension Bow.
"We hope our new Pokémon friends like these, too!" says Ralsei.
The Database Library, 1st Floor
Timothy greets Matt when he enters the Library.
"So you're the nominator whom 6001 hugged back in S172? Well... excuse me while I call Ally if the Database Manger's available right now because she wasn't feeling well this morning..."
He does so, but Ally tells him that she's busy giving 6k1 yoga lessons. Timothy relays that to Matt, telling him not to disturb her in the meantime.
"Anything else you need from us?"
"Rarity, are you okay? We gotta get you and your friends outta here soon!"
What, me worry?
"I see. If you can just give her my card whenever she's free, that would be cool."
Matthew hands his card which has contact info to Timothy.
"Thank you, I'll be on my way."
He makes his leave from the library and back to his hut, just waiting for something to happen, like the new season.
"Come on, my icons of spaghetti Western, make me proud."
Léodagan, the Bloodthirsty
Silver Mountain
"Yeah... I mean, I have my own house too, but I don't have enough stuff for four people. And... w-well, I also spend a lot of time with Aaron, so I sleep with him often." Lucian said to Oscar.
Lucian shivered a bit, starting to feel cold. His smile however stayed on his face and the Lycanroc snuggled further against Oscar.
He didn't say anything. He didn't know what to say and he didn't need to. He just enjoyed cuddling with his friend.
"Whoah!" Aaron yelped when Dess reappeared beside him, avoiding June's hug.
"That's odd...Maybe it's something with your past-life?" the Lucario theorized upon the trio guessing that they didn't like hugs.
Aaron thought for a moment, then shook his head.
"Listen. If you're scared of hugs, then we won't hug you. I admit it feels weird considering June and I like hugging others, but that's okay." Aaron reassured Dess, smiling at her.
Aaron then looked at Oscar and Lucian from afar and sighed at how happy they were together.
"I think we'll have to leave soon. I feel like they're going to feel sleepy soon, and I am not letting Lucian nor Oscar sleep on snow." he giggled.
Aaron stretched his limbs and groaned.
"Oof! I think I'm starting to be beaten up too... I guess I could make a portal towards my home, it would take much less energy than one towards Eye-Sicle's lair and Whispering Pines. I have four beds, with one for me, the second one usually for Lucian, and the two others for Alex and Tokage whenever they show up. Denn, you want to come with us?"
Hall of Origin
"You are welcome. You taught that Gorebyss a lesson for us so it is us who thank you." Ho-Oh proudly said to Tenn, bowing gracefully at her.
James couldn't help but tear up a bit at Tenn being overjoyed.
"Aaaw, someone's moved out?" Nick teased.
"I... suppose I am." James admitted, rubbing his head. The Inteleon stopped when Nick kissed him on the mouth, startling him as his tail suddenly became stiff.
"C-Can you stop surprising me like that? Cannot you do surprise kisses with Arthur too." James exclaimed, his cheeks red.
"Oh, I tried! But unless he wants it, he usually ends up screeching insults while chasing me around. I mean, running around is good for your health, but not too much when a mad Decidueye wants to smother you with a pillow." Nick said, pointing at Arthur from afar.
"Hmph... Jackass." Arthur hissed with a defiant grin. James chuckled, then looked at Tenn.
"We are all very happy for you Tenn. And I must say, this is quite a beautiful voice you have." the Inteleon said to her, Nick and Arthur nodding behind them.
"Ahem! I don't wish to interrupt you six, but I believe we all have to leave." Zekrom grumpily said.
"My twin is right. Again, I wish to thank you for your aid, rescuers. May you rest well until the time comes." Reshiram wished the rescue teams. The white dragon kindly waved at the other legendaries before he and Zekrom flew away.
"We too, shall take our leave. But before that..." Ho-Oh said. The phoenix cawed and breathed a stream of fire in front of the teams. Lugia did the same, breathing a jet of wind. The two attacks combined and created a portal towards James's mansion.
"Tadaaa! I guess you guys should go rest, you have a lot on your plate." Lugia exclaimed.
"Finally..." Arthur sighed. He couldn't wait to finally rest on a bed and doing... things with his boyfriends.
"Nice! Thanks for everything!" Nick said to Lugia, Ho-Oh, Dialga-W, and Palkia-W
"Indeed! I hope we will meet again under better circumstances!" James added, bowing at them.
"We hope so too..." Ho-Oh said. The bird politely nodded at Dialga-W and Palkia-W before leaving.
"Right. It's been nice meeting with you guys again. And... before I leave, I've got to say you make a good couple."
"O-Oh... W-W-Why thank you, Lord Lugia!" James exclaimed, bashful.
"Uh? Oh nah, I didn't mean you and your team, James! Don't get me wrong, you're cute too but... well, you'll figure that out." Lugia teased with a wink.
"...Hold on, what the fu-and he left..." Arthur said only for Lugia to fly after his sibling.
"...What did he mean by that?" Nick asked, confused. James rubbed his chin and looked at the Bugtrio for a moment, thoughtful.
"Bah! I propose we settle this after recovering. For now, we have to sleep." James said, shrugging. The Inteleon turned towards the Bugtrio and bowed at them.
"Well dear friends, I insist, be my guests." he chuckled before leading everyone inside the portal.
"You're married like me, you know monstrosity can take many forms."
Tempest Zone - Radio Room
"The threads? You know —""He really doesn't."
"What? Why not!?"
"We've been completely incommunicado until now, how could he have possibly found out about them?"
"... oh yeah. Right, we'll explain the threads in full detail later, but short version is that stuff around here is kinda malleable. ... Oh, and yeah, go ahead and tell the others we're around. We'll see about opening a gate if anyone needs and/or wants to show up here in person..."
Tempest Zone - Hallway
"What are you keeping me around here for, anyway?"Libby shrugs. "Beats me. My understanding is that we can't send you home, but there's other options we have, other than just keeping you here, and I never paid attention to why we picked this one."
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