Chapter 1 (MOD)

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,background-color: #008080; width: 453px; padding: 5px;][style=float: right; border: 2px solid #F0F0F0; ][/style] [style=color: #F0F0F0; font-size: 25px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -3px;]WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO[/style][style=color: #F0F0F0; margin-top: -13px; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: -2px; font-family: century gothic;]when the best part of me was always you?[/style][style=border-top: 2px solid #F0F0F0; margin-top: -4px;] [/style] [style=background-color: #03A89E; font-size: 10px; padding: 8px; color: #DFF1F1; text-align: justify; width: 380;]"Ahhhh! The sun feels great!" Opal let out as she stretched her arms up into the air, spinning around in a circle one time before letting them fall to her sides. This was her first visit to a different region, she knew. Unova was so much different then back at Hoenn. But she liked it here already. Digging into her bag, she pulled out the Pokeball that contained her new partner, a female Oshawott. Grinning with excitement, she threw the sphere up into the air, releasing the small sea otter Pokemon. The water type shook herself off to stretch out her body after being contained inside the Pokeball, looking up at the strange girl before her and blinked. "Osha?" she cried out, tilting her head curiously. Opal couldn't help but grin in adoration of the small creature, kneeling down to her level. "Hey, little guy." she giggled, only to earn a scowl from the Oshawott. "Osha! Oshawott!" she retorted, making the girl blink. "Oh... Sorry! You're a girl, aren't you?" she asked the critter, earning an eager nod from her. Smiling, she lifted the Oshawott up and held her. "Now you need a name..." she said, placing an index finger on her chin to think. The Oshawott tilted her head in curiosity, blinking. "Osha?" she let out, tugging at Opal's sleeve. Opal looked down at the Pokemon, a gentle smile creasing her lips. "Back home in Pacifidlog Town, we worshipped the masters of the sea. I grew up on the ocean, so you deserve something fitting because of your element. I think I'll name you Mizu. What do you think?" she spoke, earning a wide smile from the Oshawott, and a nod. Grinning, she placed her down and patted her head gently. "Shall we move ahead?" Opal asked, earning another nod from the Oshawott. Nodding in return, the pair started to walk side by side on the path to the next town. [/style]

[atrb=style,background-color: #03A89E; color: #DFF1F1;][style=font-size: 10px; text-align: center;] WORDS: 320 made by garden of on the edge[/style]

[NOKI --- ♥]

A WILD SURSKIT APPEARED!
LEVEL 2 | ABILITY RAIN DISH | FEMALE
MOVES: BUBBLE

In a near by pond, a wild Surskit watching the union between Pokemon and its new found trainer. It seems to be just a little jealous of the companionship... seeing as it seems to be the only one in the pond so far. Frowning, it sends out a [BUBBLE] attack to the two in its jealousy, wishing for some kind of attention.

WILD SURSKIT USED BUBBLE!

OOC: it would be best if next time you post in this thread so you won't get forgotten~

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,background-color: #008080; width: 453px; padding: 5px;][style=float: right; border: 2px solid #F0F0F0; ][/style] [style=color: #F0F0F0; font-size: 25px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -3px;]WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO[/style][style=color: #F0F0F0; margin-top: -13px; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: -2px; font-family: century gothic;]when the best part of me was always you?[/style][style=border-top: 2px solid #F0F0F0; margin-top: -4px;] [/style] [style=background-color: #03A89E; font-size: 10px; padding: 8px; color: #DFF1F1; text-align: justify; width: 380;]Opal blinked as she noticed how her new partner cried out in sudden surprise, turning to see her dodging a Bubble attack. Looking to where the attack came from, she noticed a Surskit. Tilting her head, she recognized the small Pokemon. She had seen them back in Hoenn. The Oshawott didn't seem very pleased with the fact that the strange Pokemon tried to attack her, puffing up her chest and face with rage. Opal giggled at this and poked her Pokemon's stomach, laughing at her temper. "Too cute!" she exclaimed. Mizu blushed at the comment, covering her face with her small hands to hide the redness in her cheeks, a shy smile appearing. She then turned to the Surskit with a harsh glare, puffing up her cheeks again in determination. Opal noticed this and turned to the Surskit. She grinned, standing tall. "So, Mizu! You ready for your first battle?" she asked her partner. "Osha!" The sea otter Pokemon replied, swaying her flat tail back and forth. Opal nodded at the response and pumped her fist in the air. "If it's a fight you want, it's a fight you'll get! Use Tackle!" The girl commanded, earning an eager nod from the Oshawott. She soon dashed towards the Surskit head on, hoping to land a successful hit. Her eyes were fierce and sharp, aimed directly at the female Surskit. Mizu was a stubborn lady, and wasn't going to back down from the fight until she was the victor. This being her first battle, she was going to give it her all and prove her worth to her new mistress. [/style]

[atrb=style,background-color: #03A89E; color: #DFF1F1;][style=font-size: 10px; text-align: center;] WORDS: 266 made by garden of on the edge[/style]

[NOKI --- ♥]

A WILD SURSKIT APPEARED!
LEVEL 2 | ABILITY RAIN DISH | FEMALE
MOVES: BUBBLE

The Surskit was quite pleased with its self seeing the Oshawott getting all flustered. At least she was noticed! That was enough for a celebration! However her little victory was cut short hearing the attack command. She took a serious glance at her opponent as it rushed to her for a tackle.

She wasn't going to avoid it, taking this moment, swallowing any fear, and used another [BUBBLE] before taking the Tackle attack head on.

WILD SURSKIT WAS HIT BY TACKLE!
WILD SURSKIT USED BUBBLE not like she can use anything else !

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,background-color: #008080; width: 453px; padding: 5px;][style=float: right; border: 2px solid #F0F0F0; ][/style] [style=color: #F0F0F0; font-size: 25px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -3px;]WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO[/style][style=color: #F0F0F0; margin-top: -13px; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: -2px; font-family: century gothic;]when the best part of me was always you?[/style][style=border-top: 2px solid #F0F0F0; margin-top: -4px;] [/style] [style=background-color: #03A89E; font-size: 10px; padding: 8px; color: #DFF1F1; text-align: justify; width: 380;]Just as the Tackle attack successfully hit the Surskit, the Bubble attack was also successful. Mizu yelped in surprise as the bunch of bubbles hit her belly, shaking it off and puffed up her face again. She could tell that this Surskit originally wanted attention, and tilted her head. But with the urge to fight and prove herself worthy, she puffed up her chest and looked towards Opal for guidance. Opal could also see that the Surskit originally wanted attention, but now tha she had put the Pokemon in the position of a battle, it was too late to back down now. She turned to Mizu with a grin, the duo nodding to one another as they both faced the Surskit before them. It was time to finish this battle. "Mizu! Use Tail Whip! Then go for another Tackle!" she commanded. Mizu nodded in response, turning her backside towards the Surskit and swayed her small tail back and forth to create the Tail Whip. Once she managed to get the Surskit distracted, she faced the Pokemon and charged at her once again. [/style]

[atrb=style,background-color: #03A89E; color: #DFF1F1;][style=font-size: 10px; text-align: center;] WORDS: 180 made by garden of on the edge[/style]

[NOKI --- ♥]

A WILD SURSKIT APPEARED!
LEVEL 2 | ABILITY RAIN DISH | FEMALE
MOVES: BUBBLE

The tail whip was entrancing, a little show all on its own. Why in the world was that? Nothing special about a tail waiving back and fourth; it didn't click in immediately that it was a move, that was until the other rushed in for a nother tackle. Hit on the forehead. Dazed and out of energy to fight, the Surskit just floated there.

WILD SURSKIT WAS HIT BY TAIL WHIP AND TACKLE!
SURSKIT FAINTED! WILL YOU CAPTURE OR ADD A LEVEL TO OSHAWOTT FOR ITS VICTORY?

A WILD HOUNDOUR APPEARED!
LEVEL 6 | ABILITY FLASH FIRE | MALE
MOVES: HOWL, EMBER, LEER

Lost and looking for its pack members, a wild Houndour is sniffing around in some grass nearby. Hearing the commotion, not taking any chances with two water types near by, even though one seems too tired to fight. The thing lifted its head and let out a long [HOWL], boosting his confidence and Attack...

WILD HOUNDOUR USED HOWL!
WILL YOU STAY AND FIGHT? OR MOVE ON TO YOUR NEXT ENCOUNTER?

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,background-color: #008080; width: 453px; padding: 5px;][style=float: right; border: 2px solid #F0F0F0; ][/style] [style=color: #F0F0F0; font-size: 25px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -3px;]WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO[/style][style=color: #F0F0F0; margin-top: -13px; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: -2px; font-family: century gothic;]when the best part of me was always you?[/style][style=border-top: 2px solid #F0F0F0; margin-top: -4px;] [/style] [style=background-color: #03A89E; font-size: 10px; padding: 8px; color: #DFF1F1; text-align: justify; width: 380;]Opal grinned as the small Surskit fainted. Mizu felt herself grow stronger at that moment, grinning at her trainer with a look of triumph. The girl placed a hand on her partner's head, smiling gently. "I'm so proud of you, Mizu!" she grinned, earning a jump for joy from the Oshawott. She then heard a howl, turning to the side to see a lone male Houndour. Opal's eyes widened with wonder, taking out her Pokedex to reveal the creature she had never seen before. Houndour. The Fire Hound Pokemon. They usually travel in packs. The Pokedex informed in a robotic monotone sound, making the girl look up at the Fire type. Kneeling down to his level she tilted her head. "You lost, big guy?" she asked. Mizu trotted forward towards the Houndour, tilting her head as well. "Osha? Oshawott?" she spoke, trying to communicate with him without causing a fight. [/style]

[atrb=style,background-color: #03A89E; color: #DFF1F1;][style=font-size: 10px; text-align: center;] WORDS: 149 Stays to encounter the Houndour; Mizu gains a level! made by garden of on the edge[/style]

[NOKI --- ♥]

A WILD HOUNDOUR APPEARED!
LEVEL 6 | ABILITY FLASH FIRE | MALE
MOVES: HOWL, EMBER, LEER

He quirked his head to one side, eying the duo as they approached. [LEERing] at the two he warned them to stay at bay, even though the girl spoke to him in a rather calm manner. One could not be so certain about these humans, this being only the first time he ever laid eyes on one. He nodded finally, kind of understanding what the girl was saying. It was more of a guessing game, considering the Oshawott seemed to ask the same question. He's nervous without his pack...

WILD HOUNDOUR USED LEER TO WARN THE TWO!

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,background-color: #008080; width: 453px; padding: 5px;][style=float: right; border: 2px solid #F0F0F0; ][/style] [style=color: #F0F0F0; font-size: 25px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -3px;]WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO[/style][style=color: #F0F0F0; margin-top: -13px; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: -2px; font-family: century gothic;]when the best part of me was always you?[/style][style=border-top: 2px solid #F0F0F0; margin-top: -4px;] [/style] [style=background-color: #03A89E; font-size: 10px; padding: 8px; color: #DFF1F1; text-align: justify; width: 380;]Opal's gaze softened at the Houndour, realizing that he was separated from his pack. "I'm sorry..." she spoke, looking down with a somewhat sad look in her eyes. She felt a slight tinge of jealousy towards the fire type, know that he had a family that was probably looking for him. She never knew what it was like to have a family, and it made her sad. Mizu noticed this and tugged at the hem of her blue dress. "Osha??" she let out, concerned. Opal snapped out of her daze and smiled at the Oshawott, patting her head. She then looked up at the Houndour with a wide grin. "Don't worry! We'll help you find your pack! Right, Mizu?" she spoke with enthusiasm, turning to her partner, who nodded towards the Houndour. [/style]

[atrb=style,background-color: #03A89E; color: #DFF1F1;][style=font-size: 10px; text-align: center;] WORDS: 132 made by garden of on the edge[/style]

[NOKI --- ♥]

A WILD HOUNDOUR APPEARED!
LEVEL 6 | ABILITY FLASH FIRE | MALE
MOVES: HOWL, EMBER, LEER

His head fell to one side, tilting as if his neck was on some kind of hinge. This human seemed very kind in contrary to what his family use to say. He blinked a couple times before taking a few daring steps towards the two, sniffing in curiosity. Maybe his family was gone, and he can make a new one here. They seemed kind enough, however... would they accept him into their own little mini pack?

The black hound barked at the girl, wagging his little stub of a tail slowly. He almost seemed like he wanted to play.

HOUNDOUR SEEMS INTERESTED!

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,background-color: #008080; width: 453px; padding: 5px;][style=float: right; border: 2px solid #F0F0F0; ][/style] [style=color: #F0F0F0; font-size: 25px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -3px;]WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO[/style][style=color: #F0F0F0; margin-top: -13px; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: -2px; font-family: century gothic;]when the best part of me was always you?[/style][style=border-top: 2px solid #F0F0F0; margin-top: -4px;] [/style] [style=background-color: #03A89E; font-size: 10px; padding: 8px; color: #DFF1F1; text-align: justify; width: 380;]Opal blinked at the sudden approach from the Houndour. She watched him with soft and curious eyes, jumping slighlty in startlement at his sudden bark. Seeing his small tail wagging, she smiled gently. Mizu watched the two and smiled to herself, sensing that the Houndour wanted to join them. Extending her hand to the Houndour, Opal smiled gently at the fire type. "You want to come with us?" she asked with a small giggle, her smile widening as it turned into a gentle grin. She watched and waited for the Houndour to respond, wondering if he would accept her offer. [/style]

[atrb=style,background-color: #03A89E; color: #DFF1F1;][style=font-size: 10px; text-align: center;] WORDS: 100 made by garden of on the edge[/style]

[NOKI --- ♥]

A WILD HOUNDOUR APPEARED!
LEVEL 6 | ABILITY FLASH FIRE | MALE
MOVES: HOWL, EMBER, LEER

He noded his head at her question. If he couldn't find his own pack, mid aswell make his own, or join a smaller one and watch them grow! He lost his own a couple days ago, chances now of finding them seemed dim... perhaps it was time to just move on. Now all he had to do was wait for that little sphere thing to come out. Or so he was told was the magical contraption that 'captured' them, time to make it official at least. It was safe to say that he was just a little nervous about the whole ordeal... the stories were all that flattering to sooth any kind of uneasy feeling about being 'captured'... better than roaming alone he guessed.

HOUNDOUR IS ON STANDBY

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style,background-color: #008080; width: 453px; padding: 5px;][style=float: right; border: 2px solid #F0F0F0; ][/style] [style=color: #F0F0F0; font-size: 25px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: -3px;]WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO[/style][style=color: #F0F0F0; margin-top: -13px; font-size: 20px; letter-spacing: -2px; font-family: century gothic;]when the best part of me was always you?[/style][style=border-top: 2px solid #F0F0F0; margin-top: -4px;] [/style] [style=background-color: #03A89E; font-size: 10px; padding: 8px; color: #DFF1F1; text-align: justify; width: 380;]Opal grinned as the male Houndour nodded his head in response. Reaching out to him, she placed a hand gently on his head, stroking his neck. "You don't have to be in a Pokeball if it makes you uncomfortable." she said, noticing his tension towards the sphere shaped object. "You can still travel with us, without being kept in there, okay?" she asked, grinning. She then rubbed him behind the ears, giggling gently. "You need a name... I think I'll call you Dante. You like?" she asked again, earning an approving nod from Mizu. "Osha! Oshawott!" she cried, jumping up and down with joy. She was happy to have made a new friend, it seemed. [/style]

[atrb=style,background-color: #03A89E; color: #DFF1F1;][style=font-size: 10px; text-align: center;] WORDS: 114 made by garden of on the edge[/style]

[NOKI --- ♥]

A WILD HOUNDOUR APPEARED!
LEVEL 6 | ABILITY FLASH FIRE | MALE
MOVES: HOWL, EMBER, LEER

He smiled as much as a canine could, already he liked this human. Her offer eased his worries about the Spheres, and immmediately he relaxed a little more. This would be his new pack from now on.

HOUNDOUR JOINED OPAL'S TEAM!

A WILD ZIGZAGOON APPEARED!
LEVEL 2 | ABILITY QUICK FEET | MALE
MOVES: TACKLE, GROWL

A rambunctuous little Zigzagoon is prancing around through the brushes near by, eating all the berries he can find. He seems playful enough. Will you stay, or finish your Pokemon hunt here?

ooc: try to get the 250 word minimum girl~ i know its difficult at times, but i can only let it slide for so long. staff are allowed to do shorter posts due to the large quantities of posts we normally do daily |D

[OPAL MCCLOUD]

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Opal laughed as her new partner ran around her in circles, seeing his happiness. A smile graced the girl's lips as she patted his head gently, holding Mizu in her arms. Dante then sniffed the air, catching the scent of another Pokemon. Opal noticed this and blinked. "What is it, boy?" she asked, following her Houndour as he moved forward, sniffing the ground as he followed the strange scent. He caught the sight of a male Zigzagoon, a low growl rumbling in his throat. The growl instantly faded as Opal placed a reassuring hand on his head, giving her an affectionate whine. Opal watched the Zigzagoon eat the berries from bush to bush, a slight giggle leaving her lips. She took out a Pokeball and gently tossed it in the air, revealing her male Skitty, Kyo. "Skit!" he cried out, shaking himself off from being contained in the sphere. The girl knelt down to him and grinned. "Kyo, I want you to sneak up on that Zigzagoon and surprise him with a Growl attack." she spoke softly, hoping that the Pokemon didn't hear. Kyo grinned and nodded. It was his time to shine now! Turning to the Raccoon Pokemon, he slowly creeped behind it, not making a sound. He crept silently like a wolf readying to catch its prey. Once he reached the Zigzagoon's tail, he grinned a toothy grin, his large tail swaying back and forth. Making sure the male Zigzagoon didn't notice, Kyo leaned slowly towards its hear and unleashed a loud Growl attack, increasing his attack and hoping to have scared the poor critter.