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As impassive as his features remain, there's no hiding his true feelings from Caitlin in this case.
Normally, she tries her best to give Thorton's thoughts the confidentiality they deserve... but when they're so LOUD, she can't help but overhear. A part of her wishes to state that he need not be so anxious over his self-proclaimed state of under-dress and that he looks just fine, but she has a feeling that it would only exacerbate the situation. Instead, she chooses to snatch up the opportunity he has presented her with.
She nods at his inquiry. "Let us grab some breakfast first. After, I would like to show you around the town."
There is a clever little pop-up boutique near Rosa's home that specializes in outfitting customers for the winter in timeless, no-fuss pieces. She recalls seeing something on the display windows that she believes will suit him nicely.
@analuein / continued from here
#analuein#⚜ ; interactions ( ic )#vbholidayfestival2023#dash event#i'm pretty sure this was pancake day :eyes emoji:
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"Good morning, Thorton!" Caitlin is waiting for him when he finally exits his cabin, clad in a wonderfully fuzzy white winter coat and matching. "I hope you found your accomodations to your liking?" / from @psychicbloom
"Oh, good morning, Caitlin," Thorton stifles a yawn. Thanks to the incredible power of jetlag, Thorton has slept soundly for the first time in weeks in his Snom-themed cabin, a frosty little grub that he has yet to behold in person. There wasn't much about it that he took in before collapsing the night before, but at morning light, it was impossible to ignore how comfortable the space had been with it's soft white linens, and basal decorations.
"It's too bad we couldn't meet up yesterday, I—" I UNDERDRESSED! Thorton's mind immediately grows frantic the moment he sees Caitlin dressed so nicely for the festival, all in white and shining just like a fresh snowfall. It doesn't show on his quiet face — aside from a single twitch — as he crams his hands into his sweater pockets, all too aware of how drab he must seem next to her. My preparations appear to be suboptimal, I must have delayed too long...
"You—" His voice catches in his throat, and he nervously rolls a ball of lint he found in between his fingers. So many thoughts are colliding with one another, he's not sure which to address first.
"You look nice!" He spits it out at last, choosing not to focus so must on himself, lest he retreats back into the furthest depths of the cozy white cabin for the duration of the trip in shame. "Is there... something you'd like to do first?"
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from @psychicbloom c:
OH, WOW... That's an 84% sheet completion! Impressive...! "I suppose it's to be expected... You have always had a way of better understanding me than everyone else." How does she do it, anyway??
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"When I couldn't fall asleep at night, my Gothitelle used to use her powers to create beautiful starry skies for me. It was like having my own planetarium in my bedroom." Such fond, precious memories.
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"You're quite adorable, aren't you?" Bearing in mind Thorton's carefully penned notes, Caitlin offers the little Cleffa a cut-up piece of pinap berry as a treat. The star-shaped pokémon lets out a happy trill and grabs the fruit piece with its tiny hands, taking a few moments to examine it before it gobbles it up.
The two of them repeat the process until the Cleffa has eaten its share and decides that it's time for yet another nap. For some reason, it's determined the top of Caitlin's hat to be the most desirable place for that and the Elite obliges. Closing her eyes, she concentrates her powers enough to levitate the Cleffa into the air and gently settle her on top of the hat. The baby pokémon's initial surprise quickly fades into a yawn and it curls up placidly, its breathing soon growing even as it drifts off to sleep.
Knowing she's in it for the long haul, Caitlin levitates a nearby book straight into her hands. She supposes now's a good a time as any to catch up on some reading.
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📲 for Cait and Blue?
BATTLE FACTORY POKÉMON ADOPTION DAY! ➡️ accepting!
"For Caitlin — A Pokémon that I met late one night, with stars in it's eyes and the smallest voice that I have ever heard."
POKÉMON : Cleffa
TYPE : Fairy
ABILITY : Cute Charm
KNOWN MOVES : Calm Mind / Metronome / ??? / ???
It likes SOUR food!
It is SOMEWHAT VAIN!
"It's still only a baby, so it can fall asleep anywhere, but be sure to take it out on nights when the sky is clear, as it loves to dance under the stars."
"And for Blue... This egg, which has A LOT of potential!"
POKÉMON EGG INCUBATION ANALYSIS
CYCLES ELAPSED : 5
MOVEMENTS PER HOUR : 32
POKÉMON EGG BIOLOGY ANALYSIS
EEVEE : 54%
MEOWTH : 22%
TEDDIURSA : 13%
BUNEARY : 11%
"I trust that you will study it closely and attain new knowledge through this experience! You have my sincere hope for the most optimal results!"
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"There's just... no way that is an actual artwork??" Even she is perplexed by the unusual turn of events. "I have so many questions..."
"...THIS is EXACTLY what I'm talking about!" Thorton's voice grows shrill in the respectful hush of the gallery, gesturing pointedly and frantically with both arms toward the Nanab Berry adhered to the wall. "Just what am I supposed to make of this? Is this ART or is it NOT?" The lines are too thin here, people!
#analuein#⚜ ; interactions ( ic )#grandgala2023#world-class trainers broken by a piece of produce taped to the wall#more at 11
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As expected of Thorton, this plan is brilliant! In less than a minute, he has managed to cut the electrical interference and the major offending force in half. Faced with the very real possibility of bringing this unforeseen event to a swift end, Caitlin is immediately all in.
"Got it! Let's go, you two!" she calls out to her partners, receiving their battle cries in positive agreement.
Though she hadn't had the foresight to keep any Poké Balls tucked away within the satin folds of her gown, her team's collaborative efforts can weaken the remaining Magneton and perhaps make them easier for Thorton to capture.
[ d6: 4 ➟ Magnet Rise used. Ground-type moves are not effective. ]
As expected, Brutus is the first to spring into action, sights set on a specific Magneton. Its quarry lets out a horrid metallic screech before discharging a fierce wave of electricity that the Metagross takes head-on without so much as flinching. Stunned by its opponent's daring, the Magneton attempts to flee, but not before Brutus slams its heavy glowing fist into it. THUNK!
[ d20: 7; d100: 64 ➟ ( 2 x 7 ) / 45 ➟ 31 HP remaining ]
"Now, Genevieve! Psybeam!"
[ d6: 5 ➟ No Magnet Rise used. ]
At her trainer's command, the Gothitelle unleashes a kaleidoscopic ray of powerful psychic energy that hits the other Magneton head-on. The robotic creature staggers, its three eyes tightly shut as it attempts to shake off the beam's after-effects.
[ d20: 11; d100: 54 ➟ ( 11 ) / 45 ➟ 34 HP remaining ]
[ d6: 1 ➟ Target avoids confusion. ]
Startled by the vicious onslaught, the two attempt to scatter to the winds to make themselves harder targets ; before they can do so, however, Genevieve extends both hands and freezes them in place with a powerful Psychic attack.
Caitlin turns to the Frontier Brain. "Thorton, now's your chance!"
"Yes, I do..."Thorton is still staring down the horde of Magneton, who are still incredibly energized and organizing to defend their feast, even though their numbers have dwindled so significantly.
"With a sixty three percent rate of success, the plan is this — " Thorton readies an empty Pokeball as Electivire stands again, keeping Breloom to her back, preparing to lunge at the crackling army with another cross-chop. "CATCH THEM and get them out of our hair! NOW!" Electivire tromps forward, expertly absorbing all of the discharged electricity, chopping at the nearest Magneton who attempts to zip out of her reach, but with little luck. CLUNK!
D6 : 4 ➟ MAGNET RISE SUCCESSFUL
D20 : 9 ; D100 : 71 ➟ ( 9 x 2 ) / 45 ➟ 27HP REMAINING!
He doesn't particularly need more Magneton or anything — Thorton has already raised many of his own, but that sort of EXPERIENCE of his lends itself to a sound solution for this group of misplaced Pokémon in particular. He might just feel a bit guilty for it later, if he didn't at least try. If anyone had the means to care for the needs of magnetic electricity-eaters, it was Thorton. Without missing a beat, he throws the capsule at the first of the Magneton just as it hits the pavement —
USED THE POKEBALL! D100 : 87 + 25 ➟ MAGNETON WAS CAUGHT!
It feels good, to get out and capture Pokémon of his own — to put his mind to work in order to solve problems, as simple yet effective as his plan may be. Already, the horde feels enormously more manageable with just one of their allies out of the running, the capsule of it's new home still freshly buzzing with static in Thorton's hand.
By then, Breloom is back on her feet, yapping LOUDLY with her fists upraised at the three remaining Magneton — She's completely unable to take even the most minor of hits laying down, it seems. She darts forward with her fists now aglow with another drain punch, just barley grazing the Magneton through the storm of crackling electricity that it emits in it's defense.
D6 : 6 ➟ MAGNET RISE SKIPPED
D20 : 1 ; D100 : 80 ➟ ( 1 x 2 ) / 45 ➟ 43HP REMAINING!
Even though Breloom's attack wasn't dead-on, Thorton takes a chance with the odds of issuing another Pokeball, confident that they can DO THIS and rescue the Gala —
USED THE POKEBALL! D100 : 75 + 25 ➟ MAGNETON WAS CAUGHT!
#analuein#⚜ ; interactions ( ic )#grandgala2023#random event: blackout#FUCKING FINALLY#we're almost there ash!#bring it home Thorton!
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As a reminder, Caitlin is a side blog! All follows originally came from @unovasrose but I have linked her to @evoblue as well. :)
#⚜ ; ooc#tbd#having her attached to both of my main blogs makes things easier#especially when Blue has been more awake lately
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I was really excited to see Caitlin in the Pokemon Masters trailer that came out today! She’s one of my favorite pokegirls💛
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gawd I have THREE muses throwing down for Magnemite Mayhem and Cait has the worst RNG luck BY FAR
#⚜ ; ooc#grandgala2023#random event: blackout#blue is the MVP#and Cait's rolls are absolute garbage lmao
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"Andre," Caitlin repeats, doing her best to replicate his accent. "Is that a hint of Kalosian I detect? So succinct and yet I wouldn't be surprised if you told me other guests in attendance have struggled with pronouncing it."
She studies him carefully. The Kalosian accent is genuine, though she's not so sure about his name. Although she's inclined to take a peek, she will restrain herself for the time being. Caitlin is also not her real name ; she has her reasons for not going by her given name and he most likely does, as well.
"Well, Andre, if you don't mind me prying... what do you seek out when you travel? Are you an academic or perhaps just a soul smitten by wanderlust?" If he's not much of a trainer, he must not challenge any gym circuits. She's nonetheless intrigued ; it's not often that she finds herself in the presence of others that aren't hardened battlers.
"I'm not from Unova, but I've been to many times. As a traveler, I enjoy learning about the places I travel to. The League circuits are no exception. I may not be the biggest trainer, but it is nice to know about those involved with it."
It isn't entirely a falsehood. Noir does like learning about the culture of the regions he goes to, but it's also done as a means of blending in with the locals more. Familiarizing himself with his surroundings and the people makes for smoother hits and getaways, after all. So of course he's going to know about the League big shots should a chance encounter ever make that knowledge necessary. If not the police, then a Gym Leader or even an Elite Four member may prove to be an issue.
"Ah yes— How rude of me. My name's Andre. It's a pleasure to meet you, Ms. Caitlin."
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"Very well, Ajax. Thank you for inviting me along. I'm sure we will both have an exuberant experience." Indeed, her dance partner moves with an ease and confidence one would not expect of one with his lanky frame. Caitlin allows him to lead, her voluminous skirts creating the illusion that she is floating across the dance floor as she twirls in his arms with delight.
"I will share a bit about myself but you must promise to share in exchange, hmm?" Not that she couldn't pry the information from his mind if she so desired, but it's far more civilized and fun this way.
"I'm originally from northern Sinnoh. I used to be a Frontier Brain until I moved to Unova to develop my talents and perfect my battling techniques. I'm particularly fond of psychic-type pokémon." And a psychic herself but there's no need to volunteer that information just yet. She'd hate to spook him when she's enjoying herself. "What about you?"
For a moment, his body tenses up at her touch despite seeing the hand approach, but he swiftly gets into the swing of movement. Now comfortably placing his hand against her back. Ajax's confidence shone brightly; he couldn't disappoint on the first dance after all. As they danced, he would lead with fluid movements; he was no stranger to the act.
"It's a pleasure to share this dance with you, Caitlin. You can call me Ajax if you'd like." The agent smiles as they turn in cue with the song. Perhaps it was thanks to her attire, but the area felt peaceful, as if every care in the world just vanished.
He meets her eyes with his head tilted down to compensate for the difference. Despite his tactical advantage from his position, he was baffled. Caitlin's eyes were kind. She carried herself with such care it was hard not to become mesmerized. "Care to tell me a little about yourself, Miss Caitlin?"
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Brutus doesn't seem too keen to be outdone in the battling department by his comrades. Seeking vengeance, it takes off full-speed after the Magnemite that had managed to dodge Breloom's punch.
[ d6: 2 ➟ No Magnet Rise used. ]
The Metagross comes in so hot that it completely takes the magnet pokémon by surprise. The Magnemite lets out an unbearable metallic screech as it raises a defensive Light Screen but Brutus just punches right through it with a vicious Brick Break and sends it flying into a heap. Now that's more like it!
[ d20: 18; d100: 1 ➟ ( 18 x 2 ) / 11 KO! ]
"Well done, Brutus." Caitlin praises lightly and the iron leg pokémon almost seems to preen. Can it be blamed? It likes to destroy things.
The psychic-type expert almost expects a retaliating onslaught from the remaining Magnet pokémon — the cluster of Magnemite and Magneton seem oddly defensive of one another other — but it never comes. With Rosa and the man she remembers as Andre raising a bigger threat somewhere nearby, the remaining Magnemite swarm toward them, leaving her and Thorton to face the root of the problem.
"It appears our allies have succeeded in clearing the field for us. Now, we should be able to focus." Already, with far less metallic chatter and electrical interference in the air, she can think more clearly. "Thorton, you said you had a plan?"
With the vicious onslaught now diverted, Genevieve gracefully makes her way over to stand beside Caitlin. The remaining quartet of Magneton instantly turn defensive at the Gothitelle's presence, their metallic bodies already sizzling with electricity just waiting to be discharged. Genevieve disregards their aggression and instead closes her eyes, focusing her mind and spirit to strengthen her own abilities with Calm Mind.
This is ridiculous! In such a large group, the Pokémon were unbearable. Even though the trainers gathered were doing quite the NUMBER ON THEM, it couldn't end soon enough. The sound, the awful grating sound of steel against steel and the crackle of stray electricity make it immensely difficult for human and Pokémon alike to concentrate. Thorton clenches his jaw tight as a new idea begins to form in his mind, his stern gaze boring into the large Magneton that devours the most of the power.
With the help of Metagross, the Magnemite that swirl their opponents are stunned, and it allows for Electivire to dive in with another well-aimed cross chop.
D6 : 6 ➟ MAGNET RISE SKIPPED
D20 : 16 ; D100 : 50 ➟ ( 16 x 2 ) / 15 OHKO!
Yet another Magnemite clatters unto the pavement, and Breloom, light-footed and keen of fist, sets her sights on another, but even her own swiftness can be outdone when the Magnemite begin to return to their senses and whiz just out of reach, her drain punch connecting only briefly with one of it's ornamental screws.
D6 : 2 ➟ MAGNET RISE SKIPPED
D20 : 2 ; ( 2 x 2 ) / 15 ➟ 11 HP REMAINING!
Enraged, the Magnemite begins to discharge electricity in a way indiscriminate and wild, brushing Breloom with it's thundershock and causing her to stumble backward, momentarily disoriented. Thorton crouches by her side, and even Electivire tromps over to check in on it's comrade before turning back toward the magnetic swarm with a heightening sense of ferocity. "Hey, are you alright? Don't worry — I know you can shake it off. I have a plan...!"
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Thorton is correct in identifying the root of the problem but their prey is making this endeavor far more difficult than either of them could have anticipated. It's all awful metallic whirring and screeching sounds as the Magnemite zip around them angrily, discharging electricity at will.
"They don't appreciate their feast being interrupted," she ventures a guess. "Since they're so far away from Olivine, they must not have had a stable food source for a while now and see this fault as a boon. If we don't take care of it soon, it'll continue to attract even more electric-types to the city."
Hopefully, Whitney and the rest of the Johto gym leaders are having better luck on their end.
The angry Magnemite band together to discharge Thunderbolts at everyone in the area, which Genevieve promptly blocks with powerful Light Screens. As much as Caitlin would like her partner to be on the offensive, the Gothitelle will have to be relegated to a supportive role until things calm down a bit. This leaves only Brutus to face off their enemies.
[ d6: 5 ➟ No Magnet Rise used. ]
The Metagross glowers at its opponents, frustrated with the way the magnet pokémon have taken to circling it in tandem. It swings out one of its powerful arms in an attempt to scatter the Magnemite with Hammer Arm but the Magnemite are spinning too quickly. As is it, it only manages to nick one of them.
[ d20: 1; d100: 91 ➟ ( 1 x 2 ) / 15 ➟ 13 HP remaining ]
"Well, that is terribly disappointing. Brutus, surely we can do better? Slow them down!"
The Metagross bellows out in frustration before unleashing a terrifying Scary Face, frightening the Magnemite and stopping them in their tracks.
Reaffirmed to be in the accompaniment of Caitlin and her impressive transcendental partners for the skirmish, Thorton selects his own Pokémon from their capsules — Breloom, who bounce-steps in place while her head whips from side to side in an attempt to get a feel for the situation in the dark, and Electivire, who simply grunts as she seems to stare into the distance, antennae twitching. The thunderbolt Pokémon, steadfast and powerful, does well to physically resist the pull of the magnetic nuisances, but the sense of trouble that speaks to her through static energy is gripping, and she seems to act as a compass, her focus pointing unbendingly in the direction of the station.
"I thought so. Let's go."
The station is abuzz with activity — trainers and their Pokémon butt heads with the mites while officials stand guard and attempt to make a path for the workers, who are still unable to reach the fault.
The fault...!
That's where the energy is at it's most powerful, and its produced several Magneton in the short amount of time that's passed since the blackout. That's where Thorton hatches his strategy. "In order to nip this problem in the bud efficiently, we need to take out those Magneton at the fault. Electivire — !"
Already having a sense for her trainer's idea, Electivire tramps forward with arms up, readying a CROSS CHOP aimed for one of the Magneton, but the magnet Pokémon anticipate the attack, and the Magnemite that flank their tri-bodied allies leap forward to take the brunt of the attack.
D6 : 5 ➟ MAGNET RISE SKIPPED
D20 : 19 ; D100 : 81 ➟ ( 19 x 2 ) / 15 OHKO!
Highly agitated now, another of the Magnemite guards whistles forward before Electivire can regain footing, and the energetic Breloom, especially attuned for combat leaps forward in a flash at the hasty command. "Drain punch!"
D6 : 2 ➟ MAGNET RISE SKIPPED
Breloom lands a well-placed punch, right in the center of the Magnemite eye with a THUNK!
D20 : 12 ; ( 12 x 2 ) / 15 OHKO!
Breloom bounces back, with even MORE energy than before, courtesy of her opponent, and the Magnemite falls to the ground with it's cohort. But there are still at least three more of the guards, now staring straight at them with ill intent as the energy in the air grows with their aggravation. Thorton grumbles, forever miffed when things don't operate according to their plan. "There seems to be no end to them!"
#analuein#my dice absolutely clowned me ghkfdhsja#here let me set you up so you can continue to carry this team LMAO#Brutus is NOT happy lmao#⚜ ; interactions ( ic )#grandgala2023#random event: blackout
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@analuein / continued from here
Caitlin flashes Thorton a relaxed smile. "Naturally, I'm not one to just sit by idly and miss all the fun, especially when both my champion and an old friend of mine are jumping straight into the fray. Besides, if we go together, we'll have nothing to worry about."
Taking on an eerie pink glow, she flicks her wrist and levitates a pair of Poké Balls from among her tulle and satin skirts. Genevieve materializes from the first, regal and impassive as she stands tall beside Caitlin. The other yields Brutus, her Metagross, who chooses to loom menacingly in the penumbra.
"We're ready. You can count on me to watch your back."
#analuein#⚜ ; interactions ( ic )#grandgala2023#ghkdfjhkj ELECTIVIRE BONKING MAGNET BOIS#i need to see this hgjkdfhdj#also i'm never over just how perfect your Thorton is
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