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battleradio-hoenn · 7 months

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[an audio file starts playing, a deep and calm voice with a strong hoennian accent is speaking:

Hello and good day everyone! We are now doing some foreign Gym Challenge Spotlights! You can call me Nakano Masumi, and I will go over a battle from the Sinnohan Gym Challenge now!

Well, let’s get to know our challenger and the baseline for the battle a bit before we start! We are looking at a rather curious trainer here, actually. It is a woman who goes by the name of Laura, and when i say woman, i should maybe say LADY because she is one of the oldest people i have ever seen try a gym challenge! She is originally from Alola and is currently travelling Sinnoh with her Wife and service Drampa while challenging the Gyms in the region!

Now, I SHOULD mention that this analysis was requested by her! So if YOU are a trainer doing a gym challenge, be it in Hoenn, Sinnoh or somewhere else in the world, you can also send us a message per Mail, to our Website or our brand new Rotumblr Blog and i or one of the other moderators will make an analysis of your Gym battles!

That being said, Laura is challenging the Grass Type Gym leader Gardenia of Eterna City today as her SECOND gym. So while i doubt we’ll see insane strategic plays like we see in the Elite 4 battles, i’m sure there will be lots of close calls and interesting decisions! Before we start, i know you can’t wait, i still want to go over the teams real quick: Gardenia is obviously bound to the gym challenge rules, and for the second Gym, she can only use 3 Pokémon! Those being a Turtwig, a Cherrim and one of her beloved Roserade! On Lauras side, we do see a full team of 6 Pokémon, but i have to say i doubt it makes a lot of sense to bring half of these. There are a Prinplup, probably her starter Pokémon from Professor Rowan, there is a Geodude who i REALLY do not expect to do anything in this battle, a Luxio who’s also a suboptimal choice and a Machop. The two promising candidates for this battle are no doubt Zubat and Staravia with their favourable typing.

Now, without further ado, let’s get this battle started! Gardenias first Pokémon is Turtwig, a classic! I should maybe mention that I do like watching battles of the Sinnoh league, big fan here. So i see my fair share of Gardenia battles. On Lauras side, we see Zubat on the field! Like i said, the favourable type is very good here. The Challengers start of strong with a Wing Attack that looks like it did considerable damage to Turtwig, i’m not sure if it could withstand one more of these hits! Zubat is common and often considered weak, but i tell you, do NOT underestimate these little buggers.

Well, Gardenia is going for a more strategic play than simply attacking, Turtwig uses Reflect! With this, it can probably take another Wing Attack, since Reflect acts as a sort of barrier for physical attacks! Laura doesn’t seem to care though and instructs Zubat to do another Wing Attack. Well, like I said Turtwig can take it like a champ and Gardenia uses Sunny Day! This is a very good decision, Tutwig will probably go down after-

WHAT IS THIS? No! No it hangs on by a thread! Turtwig is barely hanging on by the looks of it and fires a desperate Razor Leaf! That is merely tickling Zubat of course, but in the grass-type gym, this chip damage can be important later on! And now- I CAN’T BELIEVE IT! Gardenia uses a Super Potion to help Turtwig withstand the next Wing attack? Okay, a little analysis. I’m not sure if she did that to kind of give the challenger an easier time since it is just the second Gym or if that was a genuine misplay, BUT! If she would have let Turtwig get defeated here, she could have send out Cherrim with a good amount of Sun left and the Reflect would have held for a few more moments as well! This way, Cherrim would have been a dangerous foe! I am going to be honest here, i know this Turtwig and i do NOT see it do ANY work against Zubat AT ALL except to prepare the battlefield for Cherrim or Roserade! But now the Reflect is going to run out and it might be able to set it up again, but then the Sun will probably be faded away, because i can already see it getting dimmer in the room!

Well, maybe Gardenia has some other plans, let’s see what will happen next! Ah, yes Zubat is hitting another Wing Attack, but since the Reflect is still going, it’s not doing much, and Turtwig looks like its ready to put up some more resistance now! And there it goes, preparing a big attack and OH WHAT A HIT! Zubat just swooped in and took the perfect opportunity to strike at Turwigs vulnerable belly! He’s knocked out! What a turn of events! Oh and there fades the Reflect as well. I still think it was wrong of Gardenia to use the potion earlier.

Anyways, here we see Cherrim enter the field! And apparently the Sunny Day from Turtwig is still strong enough to let her bloom! This is potentially dangerous for Zubat because Cherrim in Sunshine form is more energetic and strong than the overcast form! But We simply see Laura repeat her simple strategy of using Wing attack after Wing attack, and while Cherrim is in a type disadvantage here, it takes the blow like a champ! But Gardenia is NOT using the little bit of sun to hit hard with an attacking move, instead she chooses to chip away at Zubat with Leech Seed! I do think this is the right strategy, Zubat is definitely a force to be reckoned with since it is incredibly resistant to the grass type moves that Gardenia is specialising in! Oh but we hate to see it, Cherrim can’t keep up the bloom and folds down its petals, the Sunlight is not strong enough anymore.

Well, Gardenia is still at it, this time she goes for the offensive Magical Leaf! But Zubat takes it like a champ, only a few leaves have hit him in the first place and it doesn’t look like he’s slowing down with the Wing Attacks! Honestly i think the Leech Seed gives Zubat more Trouble than the Magical Leaf! But any chip damage is good here and i think this is Gardenias strategy! wearing Zubat down and then clean the field with Roserade! Aaaah yes, it’s just like i said, two more Wing Attacks and Cherrim is DOWN for the count, and Zubat does look a little worse for wear, but i do think it can keep going a bit!

NOW it’s getting interesting though, Gardenias Ace, Roserade enters the field! OH what is this? Laura changes her strategy! That’s a switch! Zubat is recalled and Staravia comes out! And while it’s at it, Staravias intimidating warcry causes Roserade to WHIFF a stun spore! That would have been very dangerous for Laura, if that Stun Spore had afflicted Staravia, i think it would look very dire!

Now we’re at it, two fresh and energetic Pokémon, ready to fight! Roserade on Gym Leader Gardenias side, and Staravia on Challenger Lauras side!

AH! IT IS ROSERADE WHO IS FASTER! She fire a Magical Leaf and it seems Saravia does NOT like that at all, but it does swoop in to get a Wing Attack in! Roserade looks seriously hurt, Staravia are a force to be reconed with! But Gardenia did have a plan for this, Roserade is holding a Sitrus Berry to give her some much needed energy back! I don’t think she could have taken another hit without it, and even with this little boost it will be close! Staravia looks better though, maybe he can take another Magical leaf!

NO! NO HE CAN NOT! STARAVIA GOES DOWN! BY THE GUARDIAN OF THE SKY HE GOT PICKED CLEAN OUT OF THE SKY! THIS MAGICAL LEAF WAS JUST PERFECT, IT TOOK THE WIND RIGHT OUT OF ITS WINGS AND STARAVIA SIMPLY FELL DOWN TO THE GROUND! WOW! Laura is in some real trouble now! What will she do now? Zubat is tired and i doubt it could pack a punch like Staravia did, and even with the considerable type advantage, i don’t think it could take two of those Magical Leaves!

Aha! Laura has the same doubts as me, she doesn’t send in Zubat, it’s her Machop instead! What is her plan here? Surely it can’t do much against Roserade, but I’m very curious to see what her plan is!

Oh! Oh! This is too tragic! Machop fell to a single Magical Leaf! Well, Roserade is strong, it is very strong! A fully evolved Pokémon, you can’t forget that! Laura seems a little desperate, she’s taking her time thinking about the next Pokémon to send in against this MENACE of a Roserade!

There it is, she settles for Zubat! Will it take a Magical Leaf? It is flapping its wings trying to close the distance, but NO! Roserades Magical Leaf is too strong! Poor little guy, you did such a great job defeating Turtwig and Cherrim!

Well, if you recall Lauras Team, i don’t think there is anything she can do to turn the tides here! Roserade is looking rather healthy after eating that Sitrus Berry, and the Geodude Laura is sending in is not going to do much! No, no no no no, it is not! Roserade uses Grass Knot and Geodude is in such an entangled mess right now, it can’t move at all. I think it’s safe to say Geodude is unable to battle. I find it interesting to see Gardenia use Grass Knot here! She didn’t use it once before despite saying it is her favourite move to use! But she probably anticipated that Magical Leaf from Roserade and Cherrim would be stronger against Zubat and the other Pokémon.

In any case, here comes Prinplup, and i think Laura has accepted to be defeated here. But giving up is not something this Lady will do! Instead, Prinplup eats another Magical Leaf and goes down immediately as well! Ooooh you hate to see it. Here come her last Pokémon! It is Luxio! Will Luxio be able to tank such a devastating Magical Leaf? Yes! Yes i can’t believe it! Luxio hangs on! That’s incredible, i didn’t think it would! But the Tackle it set out for does not do much damage anymore, Luxio comes out of his Pokéball and immediately gets blasted like that! It nearly tripped after that strong attack, and with that the Tackle attack can’t even tickle Roserade. And now she is giving him the last with another Magical Leaf!

That’s it dear listeners, Gym Leader Gardenia won! What a shame for Challenger Laura! Her Zubat did so well, and Staravia too, but Roserade was just too strong to beat!

I do hope you had fun witnessing this battle! Despite it being just second-badge gym battle, i think it was very interesting to see! The skill difference between Laura and Gardenia was certainly noticeable, but the simple preparation on Lauras side to capture a Zubat was enough to nearly get her the victory!

Now, that’s all i have for you right now! My name is Nakano Masumi and thank you for listening!

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copperdaisy · 6 months

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Little 1:30am thinky thoughts about my two main Pokémon OCs and common threads I just picked up on. Ones that I should have noticed a long time ago tbh. Brain just worked a little slow on the uptake, I guess.

Anyway. I'm sure that Araceli needs no introduction, given how often she gets talked about. Student of Naranja Academy who sucks at taking exams but excels at finding shiny Pokémon. But before I made her there was Jules (real name Juliet) that was my 'main' character. I know that I have talked about her in the past but a brief summary of her is that she is a native of Sinnoh who spent a little over a year as the regional Champion before Things Happened™. In fact, Things Happened™ so much that she ended up leaving the region entirely. (Also, her lineage can be traced back to Hisui and the events of Legends Arceus, not that anyone in the modern era knows that, including herself.)

On the surface level she and Araceli have no connection. They have never met. Jules is at least five years older than Araceli and their interests do not overlap. But there are a few common threads.

1: They are both Champion ranked trainers. Granted, the rank is a bit different between Sinnoh and Paldea. Sinnoh only ever has one at a time while Paldea is more loose in its definition of the rank and has no hard caps. Still, at the core of it, both of them are skilled trainers.

2: Both of them have trauma they are learning to deal with. Araceli's comes from the events at the Zero Lab and not knowing whether she or her friends would survive the Paradise Protocol. Jules' comes from being grievously injured during the battle against the challenger that ended her reign as regional Champ. (Okay, and maybe a little bit of the whole Team Galactic ordeal, but that is a secondary concern for her.)

3: Both of them end up in Galar to escape the ghosts haunting them at home for a while. For Araceli it is only for a semester or two as part of the studying abroad program (which takes place before the events of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero dlc). She uses the time away to clear her head. Jules is there a lot longer. She will end up undergoing the Gym Challenge as part of her quest to overcome her fears.

Not sure if Araceli and Jules will cross paths. Originally I wanted them to but now I'm not sure. There is no real reason for them to do so, as they move in different circles even when both of them are in Galar. Maybe they can be easter egg cameos in each other's stories if I ever get around to writing them.

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market-spy · 3 months

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sqinsights · 3 months

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Concrete Reinforcing Fibers: Building the Future with a Twist of Strength and Sustainability

The Concrete Reinforcing Fiber Market Rollercoaster:

The Fiber Chronicles: From Steel to Polyethylene Adventures:

Concrete Reinforcing Fibers in Action: Applications Galore!

The Dynamics: Driving Forces and Roadblocks:

For More Information: https://www.skyquestt.com/report/concrete-reinforcing-fiber-market

Regional Showdown: North America vs. Asia-Pacific!

Market Players: The Avengers of Concrete!

Conclusion: Concrete Reinforcing Fibers — A Concrete Revolution!

And there you have it, a blog that explores the fascinating world of concrete reinforcing fibers without sounding like a robot or an overenthusiastic AI. Until next time, happy building!

About Us-

SkyQuest Technology Consulting Pvt. Ltd.

1 Apache Way,

Westford,

Massachusetts 01886

USA (+1) 617–230–0741

Email- [email protected]

Website: https://www.skyquestt.com

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theplumbnerd · 3 months

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Overcoming Sewer Line Blockage: Plumb Nerd's Case Study

Introduction

Howdy, DIY warriors! Jack Thompson here, your Plumb Nerd from Denver, and today I'm thrilled to share a real-life case study of triumph over a stubborn sewer line blockage. Dealing with a clogged sewer line can be a homeowner's nightmare, but fear not – in this narrative, I'll guide you through the steps I took to conquer a challenging sewer line blockage and restore the flow to my plumbing. So, grab your gloves and let's dive into this sewer line resolution together!

The Sewer Saga

A couple of months ago, I found myself facing the dreaded scenario – multiple drains in my house were slow, and unpleasant odors were wafting through the air. It was clear that a sewer line blockage was at play, and it was time to roll up my sleeves for a serious plumbing mission. Step 1 - Detecting the Culprit The first order of business was identifying the location and nature of the blockage. I observed the patterns of slow drains and noticed gurgling sounds when using certain fixtures. Armed with this information, I honed in on the likely area of the blockage – the main sewer line. Step 2 - DIY Camera Inspection To confirm my suspicions, I utilized a DIY sewer camera to inspect the inside of the sewer line. Threaded through a cleanout, the camera revealed the culprit – a mass of tree roots infiltrating the sewer pipe. This invasive root system was causing a significant blockage. Step 3 - Root Removal Tactics With the enemy identified, it was time to wage war on those stubborn roots. I opted for a combination of mechanical and chemical methods: - Mechanical Clearing: A sewer auger, also known as a snake, was employed to physically break up the root mass. Slow and steady progress was crucial to avoid damaging the pipe. - Chemical Treatment: Following the mechanical clearing, I introduced a foaming root killer into the sewer line. This chemical agent would inhibit root regrowth and help maintain the integrity of the pipe. Step 4 - Regular Maintenance Routine Recognizing that tree roots were the recurring nemesis, I implemented a regular maintenance routine to keep them at bay. Periodic treatments with root killer and occasional snaking of the sewer line became part of my preventive measures. Step 5 - Reinforcement of Sewer Line Protection To fortify my sewer line against future invasions, I considered installing a root barrier. This physical barrier would act as a deterrent, preventing tree roots from infiltrating the pipe. Step 6 - Monitoring and Adaptation With the blockage cleared and preventive measures in place, I made it a habit to monitor the sewer line's performance. Any signs of slowing drains or unusual sounds prompted immediate action, ensuring that issues were addressed before escalating.

Lessons Learned

This real-life sewer line blockage case taught me several valuable lessons: - Early Detection is Crucial: Observing patterns of slow drains and gurgling sounds can help pinpoint sewer line issues early. - DIY Camera Inspection Saves Time: A DIY sewer camera provides a visual diagnosis, saving time and helping formulate an effective action plan. - Mechanical and Chemical Combo Works: Combining mechanical and chemical methods for root removal offers a comprehensive solution. - Prevention is Key: Regular maintenance and preventive measures, like root killer treatments and barriers, are essential to ward off recurring problems.

Conclusion

And there you have it, DIY champs – a real-life case study of overcoming a sewer line blockage, brought to you by Jack Thompson, your Plumb Nerd. If you ever find yourself in the midst of a sewer saga, remember that with early detection, strategic methods, and a commitment to preventive measures, you can conquer even the toughest blockages. Happy plumbing! Read the full article

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eticketingcouk · 9 months

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Paris 2024: Olympic Opening Ceremony Director Says Event Must Be Militant

This ceremony must carry a sense of militancy, as we must ensure that the Olympic Games maintain their distinct identity from the Olympic Games, noted Jolly, according to a report by L'Équipe. As we celebrate Olympic athletes, I believe it's essential to address the themes of equal rights and a fundamental issue like mobility. Additionally, numerous other battles need to be fought.

"The ceremony holds significant architectural and symbolic importance due to its location in Paris, and it also carries a potent political message," he added.

The Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games is set to be centered around the Place de la Concorde, which stands as the largest square in the French capital. The Parade of Nations, featuring approximately 4,400 athletes from 184 delegations around the world, is scheduled to commence at the Champs-Élysées. The procession will cover the distance from the top of the Avenue des Champs-Élysées at the Arc de Triomphe down to the Place de la Concorde, spanning a 1.6-mile journey lasting about 30 minutes.

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Andrew Parsons, the President of the International Olympic Committee, has been presented with the initial event plans and reportedly expressed his satisfaction with what he saw. The same creative team is working on both the Opening and Closing Ceremonies for both the Olympics and Olympics, with Jolly leading as the artistic director for all four events.

While Jolly is focused on highlighting key distinctions between the Olympics and the Olympics, he also aims to weave an artistic thread with the same vigor and signature throughout the ceremonies. Similarly, the Olympic Opening Ceremony is anticipated to unfold beyond the confines of a traditional stadium setting. The Parade of Nations will feature delegations journeying down the Seine River on boats, with onlookers lining the riverbanks.

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The unique vision for the Paris 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony extends beyond the traditional boundaries of celebratory events. As Thomas Jolly and his dedicated team press on with their creative endeavor, they are breathing life into an unprecedented experience that speaks to the heart of inclusivity, diversity, and the power of human determination.

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Jolly's collaboration with experts across various artistic disciplines showcases the power of creativity as a tool for change. Music, dance, art, and fashion are more than mere embellishments; they are vehicles to convey emotions, provoke thoughts, and inspire action. These artistic expressions have the potential to break down barriers, spark conversations, and amplify the call for equal rights.

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twstmemories · 2 years

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Congratulations on the 1k+ followers! For the event may i ask for ace + “you don’t have to pretend to be fine with me”? Ty!

i was pleasantly surprised when the asks kept pouring in just minutes after i posted the event- makes me feel very happy that you all enjoy what i write though!

p.s !! all of these prompts will be incredibly short drabbles! just smth to make your heart squeeze in a particular way (and also challenge my brain to come up with different scenarios for each prompt)

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Ace often pretends that everything is fine, even when everything is not fine. He smiles and jokes throughout every situation he's been in, even when said situation has threatened his life numerous times. You've seen how he acts, you're rooming with the idiot after all.

When he almost got expelled, he joked about it to you even though you saw his eyes wander around in panic. Challenging dorm leader Riddle in the first month he enrolled? Took it like a champ, even though you could see his hands shake as he scolded said dorm leader after the fight.

The list goes on, be put in a life threatning situation, somehow make it out with his life barely hanging on a thread and then laugh it off even when you can at this point sense the fear from him.

But he never said anything, he knew you were aware and yet just gave you a closed eyed grin as to say: "I'm fine, don't worry."

He was not fine.

After a particular hard fight with S.T.Y.X personnel that left him incapacitated along with Deuce, you've somehow gotten into the role of being the said duo's caretaker, being that the transfer student ran off with Epel for some reasons you still don't know.

And when he wakes up, he's greeted with the sight of you just removing the seeds of cherries with a straw, eyes still foggy and with his every limb screaming in pain.

And yet, he lets out a weak hearted laugh, and it sounds so strained like he's trying his hardest to not cry right then and there: "God, you should've seen the state Ramshackle-" and you don't let him finish before you shove the cherry inside his mouth.

"You don't have to pretend to be fine around me," is all you say, and the boy blinks. Once, twice before letting out a small, defeated laugh. Eyes once again getting blurry (he doesn't admit it, but you could see it), and then he slowly reaches his hand out to grasp your own: "... thanks."

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lyra-bird · 6 years

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lyra & nate ; champ challenges

@shorts-over-leggings

She’d never seen a city so massive before in her life - yes, even in all of her travels. Skyscrapers truly scraped the skies. Lyra only wished she had enough time to take it all in! But oh, purpose calls. The trainer would have plenty of time to explore after her rounds in that evening’s World Tournament. Her boat ride was already pretty late, so she couldn’t waste too much time heading toward Driftveil City.

From Castelia she departed, told to go north from there and that she’d “be there in no time!” by a passerby who wasn’t too too busy to just, well, pass her by. (Did everybody here have too much on there minds that they couldn’t give her even a slight glance or a smile? Sheesh.) Lyra wasn’t entirely sure of what to expect beyond the massive city, but it certainly wasn’t a desert. Boy, was she grateful it wasn’t storming at that moment; Lyra was starting to question her choice of clothes.

The trainer traveled through most of the afternoon, and managed to make her way to Nimbasa, with a fair amount of time to spare before she needed to be at the Tournament. Lyra absolutely hated to be the least bit tardy, however, so even with all the flashy entertainment the city had to offer, she knew she had to move on from here.

A pit stop was made at the Pokemon center, to heal her team before moving forward, and to ask for some more descriptive directions. As the nurse handed Lyra back her Pokeballs, and her partner Victoria returned to her side, she decided to inquire a bit more about where she was supposed to be heading.

“Would you mind telling me how further Driftveil is from here?”

#hope this works alright for you!#prepare for thrilling new adventures! ;; ic #shorts over leggings #thread ;; champ challenges

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buffskierights · 4 years

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BUFFSKIER PROMPT: JASKIER CHALLENGING GERALT TO AN ARM-WRESTLING MATCH AND WINNING. THE BARD IS S T R O N K :D (im lov your writing so much ur the best)

I wasn’t home most of today bc of a dentist appt and then I was at my friend’s house. The root canal I had gave me an odd amount of inspiration so here we go!

The heavy thump of Lambert’s hand hitting the table is followed by uproarious cheering from Geralt’s brothers in light of his victory. Coën and Eskel laugh and jeer at Lambert, taunting the youngest Witcher as a result of being dethroned from his seat as the King of Arm Wrestling, and their mirth echoes through the empty halls of Kaer Morhen. The snow that falls gently outside the crumbling keep assures that they remain indoors and by the warm hearth, with their father sat in an armchair nearby and Jaskier plucking on the strings of his lute as he watches the proceedings with an amused grin and bright eyes.

“About damn time!” Eskel crows, thumping Geralt on the back with a gleeful bark of laughter, “Lambert’s been insufferable. Wouldn’t shut the fuck up about how he’s the strongest man alive.”

“‘Can’t nobody defeat the arm wrestling champ’!” Coën lowers his voice to mimic Lambert, who sneers and crosses his arms.

“Ha fucking ha, arseholes. It’s just because I wrestled all of you and now my arm’s fucking tired.”

Jaskier laughs from where he’s lounging at the end of the table and tilts his head to look at them, “Lambert, dear, those who lose graciously are the best in the bedroom. Are you, perhaps, finding yourself a bit lacking in that department if this is how you accept defeat?”

Lambert snarls as the others burst into laughter, “Fuck you, bard! I don’t see you even trying to compete!”

“I’ve no desire to,” Jaskier shrugs and Geralt grins as he adds:

“Besides, Jask knows he couldn’t beat a Witcher.”

The moment the words are out of his mouth, he knows he’s made an error. Jaskier has never, ever, been one to back down from a challenge, even if attempting to prove someone wrong results in him looking like a fool. Geralt looks over and sees the tell-tale spark of rebellion in Jaskier’s blue eyes as the bard sets his lute aside and gracefully gets to his feet.

“Oh, I can’t, can’t I?” He raises an eyebrow at Geralt, “I’m inclined to disagree, my love.”

Eskel’s grin contorts the scars marring his handsome face but, for once, he seems to disregard it as he taunts, “Come put your money where your mouth is, bard. I’ll put twenty on Lambert.”

“I’ve got fifteen on Jaskier,” Coën is quick to defend the bard who gives him a sympathetic look of thanks.

“I’ll put fifty on Geralt,” Lambert boldly says, leaning back in his chair, “Loverbirds aside, he should face the new champion, should he not?”

Eskel nods and sits down beside Lambert as they vacate the space across from Geralt at the table, “Seems fair to me.”

“I don’t know,” Geralt purses his lips doubtfully, “Maybe we shouldn’t.”

There’s a flash of something akin to disappointment in Jaskier’s eyes before the bard angrily sets his jaw and sits down across from Geralt, placing his elbow on the table and holding out his hand, “What, you’re not scared of being beat by a bard, now, are you, Geralt?”

The animosity in Jaskier’s taunt nearly makes Geralt flinch but he shakes his head and sighs, linking hands and positioning their arms so they’re evenly spaced apart, “Just didn’t want to hurt you,” he murmurs.

Jaskier’s expression softens and his lips quirk into a gentle smile for a moment before it quickly turns teasing, “Worry about yourself, dear Witcher, you’re about to get your just desserts.”

He resists the urge to sigh again as he locks eyes with Jaskier and Lambert places his own hbd atop their locked ones and counts them down. At one, he pulls away and both bard and Witcher tense for different reasons. Jaskier, to push against Geralt’s strength, and Geralt, in preparation for the painful smack that he expected to sound immediately.

To his surprise, Jaskier’s hand doesn’t budge. In fact, while Jaskier’s cheeks are turning pink, he otherwise looks unaffected as Geralt pushes harder against him. After a moment of stunned silence, his brothers clearly having expected the same quick outcome as himself, the other Witchers start cheering for Jaskier.

“Come on, bard!”

“Show him who’s the boss!”

“Avenge my crown, Jaskier!”

Jaskier grins and fans his mouth in a mime of a yawn even though they can all hear his heart beating harder and faster and see the small drops of sweat starting to bead up on his forehead. Geralt scowls and grunts as he throws his shoulder behind his arm, pressing as hard as he can against Jaskier’s immobile hand. To his great dismay, it still doesn’t move, and he glances at the bard’s arm to make sure he’s not cheating.

Jaskier’s shirtsleeves are rolled up to his elbows and theres wiry muscle flexed in his explosed forearm, a thin vein pushing out the tanned and densely freckled skin. His cotton shirt is tight across his thick bicep, the woven threads straining against the strong arm. Geralt swallows and his hand slips slightly as his concentration wavers, Jaskier gaining the upper hand.

It’s over in seconds, the cool wood of the table hitting the back of his knuckles with a dull thunk only moments later and his brothers cheer. Joyful, scarred hands jostle the victorious bard as they ruffle his hair and shove him around good naturedly. Geralt feels warmer than he rightfully should and quickly gets to his feet, stalking out of the room to avoid a different sort of problem.

“Geralt?” Jaskier sounds concerned behind him and he can almost feel blue eyes on his back.

“Forget him, he’s just a sore loser,” Lambert says before the door shuts and he’s left to the cold and empty halls.

It doesn’t take long for Jaskier to find him, he wasn’t exactly trying to hide anyway since he knew the bard would follow him, and when Jaskier turns the corner to pass the alcove he’s standing in Geralt’s hand shoots out to grab the bard. Jaskier yelps softly, more alarmed than frightened, and the sound turns into a delighted moan as Geralt wraps his arms around Jaskier’s waist and crushes their lips together.

“Since when are you that strong?” Geralt asks when Jaskier pulls away to breathe, looking at his bard’s wide pupils and red cheeks.

Jaskier laughs and presses another kiss to Geralt’s lips, “Since I’ve been wrangling horses as a lad for my father. You should know how wily the beasts can be, you ride one of the most ornery steeds I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing.”

He blinks before rolling his eyes, filing the information away for later while valiantly trying, and failing, to ignore the conjured mental image of Jaskier breaking a horse. “Hm, good to know,” he murmurs and tangled his fingers in Jaskier’s hair as he brings their lips together again.

#the witcher #geraskier #fanfiction #buffskier #prompt #ficlet #this is for YOU ezzie!!#my writing

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lotrolulz · 3 years

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The Couple Hours when Champs Ruled Them All

Soooo was anyone else around in early June of last year (2020)? Did you happen to remember the almost legendarily ridiculous Champion bug that had INSANE exploit potential? Honestly I do not remember the context around how I heard of it, but I did spot a forum thread demanding, “Take the game down immediately” and clicked on it for shits and giggles. It was not what I was expecting.

In case Tumblr decides to be stupid and squish the crap out of that screenshot, the jist is the following. On June 3rd, an update which included a tweak to Champions caused the skill “Champion’s Challenge” to incorrectly interact with an LI Legacy, specifically “Fight On Critical Rating”. Champion’s Challenge is meant to reduce the target’s outgoing damage along with briefly force-taunting. Instead, it was increasing the target’s outgoing damage, based on the legacy’s rating x 100, then - 30.. which maxed out at +859970% increased damage. G O D D A M N. But since it buffed the target, you might ask, how could it be exploited? Well.. one, damage reflecting skills. Two, sparring another player, who could then take that insane buff and go ape-shit with it. Normally the effect only lasts for 5 seconds, but there were reports that the “debuff” was also bugged enough to be permanent until death/defeat, and that someone could very easily take this into an instance and one-shot everything, “including T5 Remmorchant” which was the latest raid at that point. I have a champion, but he is parked at level 50 with an XP disabler for SoA instance funtimes, which means no LIs for him, which means I could not replicate this. Buuut thankfully someone provided a screenshot.

*snort* ohmygod. Meanwhile here’s my Burn Hot with its measly +74.8% damage.

I am really not sure how this got past beta testing (if there even was any...) but to their credit, this was temporarily disabled / hotfixed within a few hours of the forum post. I am not sure if anyone actually managed to use this to any nefarious intent, but personally I found this to be hilarious. FEAR THE ALMIGHTY CHAMPIONS. Here’s a link to the thread my screenshots are from if you are curious: https://www.lotro.com/forums/showthread.php?680590-Take-the-game-down-immediately

#LOTRO #LOTRO Game #LOTRO MMORPG #Lord of the Rings Online #The Lord of the Rings Online #LOTRO Champion #LOTRO Champion Class #LOTRO Champions #LOTRO Exploit #LOTRO Bug #LOTRO Lulz #LOTROLulz

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kbmercer · 3 years

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Chapter 2: A New Beginning

[Life’s A Journey]

Summary:

A lot had happened after they parted ways. Nevertheless, the threads that tie them together remained. From children to adults, a reunion that’s long overdue leads the trio to embark on another journey.

Just like old times.

Word Count: 3.8k+

The first thing (Y/n) does when they enter Sonia’s room is divebomb onto her bed. The plush mattress effectively absorbs the weight of their descent and the trainer curls in on themselves like a Litten.

“Don’t get too comfortable,” the redhead giggles as she swiftly usurps her pillow from the resting spot.

“We have a lot to catch up on,” she says as she shoots a glance at Leon. He had relegated himself to sitting in her vanity chair.

“Yeah. Let’s not let this time go to waste!”

“Ugh. Don’t we talk to each other over the phone already?” Leon laughs as Sonia beats (Y/n) with the pillow.

“I’m kidding!” They laugh as they feebly block her attacks.

“There’s no doubt that we have a lot to catch up on, even though we do talk on the phone—especially with you.” They playfully point an accusatory finger at the violet-haired man.

Leon scratches the back of his head abashedly. “Yeah…It’s been a while…”

“I swear, both of you are so limited on time. Sometimes I feel like I’m the one keeping you two in check.” With a hand on her hip, Sonia’s lip juts out in a mild pout and (Y/n) hums.

“Not just you. Hop is mighty loquacious. I’d even go as far to say that I talk to him more than the both of you.”

While Sonia let’s out a noise of surprise, Leon chuckles.

“I suspected as much. If it’s not Gloria or me, then it’s you.”

“Ah, the new champ? I can’t believe it’s been over a year already. How’s she holding up?” (Y/n) moves from their lying position to prop their head onto their hand. Leon shifts in his seat.

“She reminds me a lot of myself. I love the battles and putting a smile on the people of Galar’s face but outside of that—paperwork, meetings with businessmen, sponsorships—it’s not the best. I see the same happening with her.”

“Oof. That’s a bummer. Though, I’m sure she’s a smart kid and will push past that.” Leon agrees with a nod. As he looks back, his business relations weren’t all too terrible. As he grew into the Champion role he had the likes of Rose and Oleana to assist. He will be forever grateful for that help and has been using that knowledge to do the same for Gloria.

“The Galar League is very different from all other regions. While the League is a big deal everywhere else to some extent, Galar is on a different level entirely. It’s like battling here is integral to life, even if you don’t progress very far…”

“That may be true, but I still think that in terms of overall prowess, Galar has a lot to work on.” Leon’s expressive contemplativeness elicits quiet laughs from them and Sonia.

“Stop it. Give Galar a lil’ more credit!” They sit up and cross their legs.

“You’ve still held on to that dream, huh.” Sonia says admirably. Her phrasing was more-so a statement than a question.

It was as if the temperature grew a bit warmer as both (Y/n) and their red-headed friend watched the fire in Leon’s bright eyes glow.

“The dream to make the people of Galar the strongest in the world. A noble endeavor,” (Y/n) teases though Leon pays no mind.

“I meant it then and I mean it now. If I can contribute to making that goal a reality I’ll do what I can.”

“You’ve already done more than enough…” Sonia smiles and (Y/n) intercedes.

“You’re such an over-achiever!”

“You’re ones to talk,” the ex-Champion counters. He swiftly moves from the chair and scoops (Y/n) off Sonia’s bed. They sputter a protest as they’re lifted. The strength that both of their friends possessed was astounding.

“Speaking of champs—congrats on becoming the Unova Champ, mate!”

(E/c) eyes stare into the man’s amber before they begin laughing once more.

“You’re a little too late. Have been Champion for a few years now.”

“Yes, and in those few years we’ve yet to see you. I think it’s high-time to give a proper celebration don’t you think?” They huff before landing a light punch to his chest.

“You don’t have to do that.”

“No no. I want to.”

“Don’t let this opportunity slip, (Y/n)! We need to make the most of this while we can!” Sonia presses. (Y/n) was never one for parties but seeing both her friends adamantly agree to the idea is something that they couldn’t bring themselves to reject.

“Fine,” they concede with a sigh. “But don’t get ahead of yourselves. We’re keeping it small.”

Both nod happily. Even though Leon and Sonia are relatively private people, they weren’t above going wild at grand parties.

“I also think it’s high-time that we have a battle for old times sake!” (Y/n) huffs at his enthusiasm.

“Always the one to jump right into it, yeah?” Ah, well, it’s not like I didn’t see it coming.” They shrug as a smug smile grows on their face.

“I’m sure Hop gave you the Mega Stones?” Leon’s eyes grow as he is reminded of this. In his excitement for meeting (Y/n), he had forgotten about the items in his possession. Fishing them out of his pocket he showcases them to the two in the room. Sonia gasps, the academic in her rears its head.

“A Charizardite X?! These stones are so rare to find! How’d you get your hands on them?! Her verdant irises analyze the items. The ex-champion hands them to the professor to further examine to which she does with vigor.

“During my time in Kalos, I came across a hiker that was selling ore. It happened to be within the bunch.” Crossing their arms, (Y/n) lulls their head to the side. “It’s been sitting in my bag for a while and that’s just a waste.” They jut a thumb toward the violet-haired man. “There’s only one person I know that has a Charizard.”

“It’s nice to know that you think of me whenever Charizard is a topic.”

“Hmm. My colleagues like to drag me on escapades after the League challenges end. So, I’ve been dragged into helping study Mega Evolution.”

“You said that you didn’t find out anything new?” Sonia asks. She was fully aware of the work her childhood friend had been doing but had never gotten close to an artifact closely linked to the profound Evolution.

“We haven’t. The stones are a thing we’ve known about for a while, there just isn’t a whole lot of information about Mega Evolution’s history. As much as I’d like to explain further, we’d be here all day. Plus, it’d be better to learn first-hand right?”

“Go on then,” she agrees giving the item back to Leon and they head out the room and down the stairs.

As the trio make their way out the house, they join with Hop and Magnolia. The younger brother was busy tossing a ball out to the slew of pokémon that occupied the field. (Y/n) and Leon both had released their teams for some exercise, and it looked like they were having a blast. Most of them were passing the play-thing around before returning it to the teen while Magnolia stood elsewhere leisurely waving a feather toy at Babe and Yamper.

Noticing the pokémon’s attention being shifted away from the ball causes the boy to follow their line of sight.

“Done having your convo already?”

“Not quite,” Leon says as he rolls his shoulders. “We’re gonna take the pitch and have us a good battle.”

“This will be a one-on-one for now. We’re testing things out.” While the explanation was pretty vague on it’s own, Hop understands what the Unova Champion means. He was about to see what Mega Evolution was all about.

With a small cheer in anticipation, he is quick to help corral the pokémon away from the violet-clad battlefield. Sonia and Magnolia meet together on the sidelines and the former professor hums.

“I will take the position of referee if that is alright with you all.”

(Y/n) smiles, “Not at all.”

“That’s more than alright, Gran. Besides, I want to document as much as I possibly can.” She pulls a memo pad from her coat pocket and calls her Rotom Phone forward to record.

“Alright, Charizard. You’re up.” The fire-flying type gives out a sprightly roar and takes a battle stance on his trainer’s end of the pitch.

Lulu, (Y/n)’s Lopunny is called forward. With a prompt explanation, the rabbit pokémon shares a determined look with her trainer and confidently enters the field. Leon takes note of the pink bow that (Y/n) wrapped around the pokémon’s left ear, a stone similar to Charizard’s was in the center but in shades of yellow and brown.

The tension in the air is palpable. Both pokémon keep their eyes on each other as they stand off. Seconds feel like minutes, then Professor Magnolia commences the battle with the stamp of a cane. In a split-second, Charizard and Lulu are already at each other. Padded paws grip sharp claws as both pokémon dig their heels into the sturdy ground, their strength being pushed against one another prevent any sort of pushback before the two ultimately separate. Jumping back to their ends of the field, both pokémon lunge at each other once more to meet in the center.

“Charizard, use Dragon Claw!”

“Counter with Mega Punch!”

The physical attacks make impact, the force of both coming together leaving a blast of air in their wake as it billows throughout the area. (Y/n) feels it flow through their clothing and Leon felt it weave through his hair. The greenery that surrounds them rustle loudly as the fight continues.

“Fire Fang!”

“Dodge and use Shadow Ball!”

Taking a leap over Charizard, Lulu creates a sphere of ominous energy in between her paws and brings it down on her adversary, though Charizard is quick on his feet and redirects. The Shadow Ball is destroyed as he brings his heated fangs down on the attack. The spectral power is enough to nullify his Fire Fang however, and the flames in his maw dissipate. Lulu gives a teasing snicker and Charizard releases a low growl blowing the aftermath of smoke from his nose.

“Brutal Swing!”

“Breaking Swipe!”

Both trainers had shouted their commands in unison. The two pokémon go for a sweep but are caught at an impasse once more. (Y/n) hums amusedly. If their attacks were going to constantly be nulled, this match was going to be a lengthy one. Leon appears to share the same sentiment.

“I guess some things never change! Even now we still manage to hold each other off!” The glint in the former champ’s warm amber eyes showed a sense of renewed spirit and anticipation. (Y/n) responds in kind.

“You and I have only gotten stronger since times past. It’s only natural we’d be neck and neck with each other again.” Their smile was prideful, (e/c) eyes harboring mischief. “But we also understand that one of us will slip-up eventually. Regardless of who that may be, Lulu and I will give our 110 percent!” Leon lets out a joyful laugh.

“Well said! We won’t lose, so prepare yourself!”

As they stand by, Sonia and Hop can feel their hearts race. Spectating Leon and (Y/n) as both stand assertively and give quick-witted directions to their pokémon was a sight to behold. Swift and graceful movements between Charizard and Lopunny almost look like a dance. Neither of them let up and devote all their focus on both the opponent and the commands of their respective trainers. Directions continued to be shouted and every time both pokémon went to deal damage it would only end in a stalemate. The clock ticks and Sonia soon begins to notice that the two creatures are starting to grow tired. Movement starts to slow down little by little. Room for exploiting weak points were gradually opening for them both. Meanwhile, Hop and Professor Magnolia gauge the Mega Stones that Charizard and Lulu wear. Both had gradually begun to glow the longer the two butt heads. It was only a matter of time before their power took effect. Though, the call to transformation was a two-way street.

(Y/n) is quick to make the call.

“Alright! I think it’s time we speed up the process. As much as I love a good battle, I don’t have all day,” (Y/n)’s words are teasing as they move their hand to wrap around their Key Stone. The Key Stone activates, and Lulu’s Mega Stone reacts. The symbol that lie in the center of Lulu’s Lopunnite glows radiantly and the warm mix of yellow and brown is overtaken by an ethereal rainbow. The multicolored aura expands, encasing the pokémon in a prominent crystal before it breaks open to reveal the Lopunny’s transformation. Her appearance is more dynamic with the fur on her ears being shaved down—the tuft being more prominent at the top of the head in the reminiscent form of a butterfly. Voices of wonder flow through the audience. With a flourish, Lulu takes an arm and sweeps a long ear away from her face before taking a boxing stance.

Leon had watched their actions intently and the activation to Mega Evolution seemed simple enough. He is quick to follow suit.

“I’m game for a quick-fire round. Let’s make things more interesting!” He takes his hand and places it over the brooch he’d pinned to his outfit and the glow of the Charizardite X does the same. Charizard is encased in a similar crystal before it falls away. There was no longer a trace of warmth in the skin with orange being replaced with black. His wings have become more pointed and perhaps the most notable feature resulting from the transformation was the bright blue flames that kindle at the jaw and tail. The new power elicits a booming cry from Leon’s companion as he regards his opponent once more. Then the two fighters continue to exchange blows.

“Iron Tail,” Charizard’s tail moves hit Lopunny and she braces for the impact. The damage taken was minimal as the rabbit pokémon listens for her trainer’s orders.

“Ice Punch.” In one swift movement, Lulu utilizes their close distance to hit Charizard on the chest, giving an effective blow. With a grunt, the fire-dragon type jumps back to make space.

“Dragon Pulse.” He opens his mouth as the fire between his jaws grows larger before blowing the flames.

“Use Agility and dodge it,” Lulu just barely bypasses the heat and increases her speed.

“Go for another Ice Punch!” Frigid crystals enclose around Lulu’s fist once more as she goes in for another strike.

“Not a chance!” Leon interjects before giving another command. “Let’s take this up high!” He points skyward with vigor and Charizard follows the order, spreading his wings and lifting off the ground.

(Y/n)’s lips press into a thin line, though it’s gone as soon as it appears. It’s clear that Charizard was now at an advantage, but surely Lulu is more than capable of taking that away.

“Alrighty, Lulu. Let’s meet ‘em there with a Bounce.” In one swift motion, the normal-fighting type gauges Charizard’s location in the air before reaching him in the sky with little to no effort.

“Chip-away with Acrobatics!” With whatever momentum she had in the forever space, Lulu flips and kicks at Charizard utilizing every part of her body—arms, legs, and ears to hit at him rapidly. She manages land a few but is quickly met with retaliation.

“Take her down with an Air Slash!” Leon’s command is instantly met with the action as if they were in synch.

Charizard flaps his wings rapidly to create a razor sharp current of air to which Lopunny takes the blunt force of, being sent back to solid-ground. (Y/n)’s jaw clenches for a moment but they think fast on a method to break their partner’s fall.

“Use Acrobatics once more and land on your feet!” Having heard loud and clear, Lulu tucks in on herself as she speedily descends. Doing a few flips mid-air, Lulu lands on the battlefield safely albeit the velocity. Charizard remains in the air as it seems that Leon is banking on this tactic. It was time to change that.

“Use Bounce! One more time!”

Lulu meets with Charizard in the air once more and the fire-dragon rears for another Air Slash—a mistake that could very well hand them the match.

“Perfect. Go for the wing!” Before Lulu can suffer another super-effective blow, she intercepts by using another bout of Acrobatics to nullify both of their flying-type attacks. Lulu takes the split-second after the nullification to latch on to Charizard’s wing. This action served as a surprise to everyone watching as the rabbit pokémon utilizes Charizard’s weight to swing, using his appendage like a trapeze. Releasing the wing from her grasp, Lulu moves into a 180 back-flip effectively landing on Charizard’s back.

“Drain Punch, let’s go!” A hefty strike to the back destabilizes Charizard’s flight and in the shock brought on by the sapping of his energy, he starts to rapidly fall. Leon’s brows furrow bringing wrinkles to his forehead as he feels the pressure of the fight get heavier. While he’s had plenty of experience in battles, (Y/n)’s unconventional strategies always found a way to turn the tables. It’s something he had noticed back when they’d battled in the Gym Challenge as children. Now as adults battling once again, he’s noticed that their skill in unconventional thinking hadn’t gone away. If anything, it’s gotten stronger alongside their team. Lulu had not missed a beat despite the large risk and managed to pull through. Her partner trusted them completely—relying on them to make the correct calls and obeying without hesitation. Unfortunately for (Y/n), he could say the same for he and Charizard.

“Use this descent to your advantage! Take her down with you and use Heat Crash!” (Y/n)’s eyes widen at this command watching on in growing disdain.

Charizard moves to shake from Lulu from his back avoiding her attempts to take hold and remain on his back. The strong blue flames that flowed from his mouth along with the flame at the end of his tail grew larger and crept along Charizard’s body until he was wholly engulfed in the flame. He feels no pain, but Lulu does and continues to feel the searing heat as they torpedo into the field. Obviously, Charizard uses his opponent to break the fall and (Y/n)’s heart races—faster than it had in a long time. A crater was made in the ground kicking up chunks of dirt and leaving a larger dust cloud.

(Y/n)’s teeth grind together before they call out to their partner. Both trainers wait a bit as the cloud in front of them disperses. Taking a breath, they grin. Both partners remained conscious on the field thought they both look petered out, though Lopunny looked too worse for wear. She had endured and the Unova champ felt nothing but pride.

This conflict was reaching its end and if they wanted to win, they’d have to do it quickly. Both pokémon remained in close proximity to each other, creating distance wasn’t an option anymore.

“Dragon Claw,” Leon shouts.

“Swift,” (Y/n) commands in tandem. The star-like projectiles that come of the attack are easily destroyed by the Charizard’s heavy swipes, but they only served as a distraction.

Gotcha.

“Low Kick,” without a second to spare. Lulu kicks out their legs using his weight against him. The disorientation that follows is exactly what they need to bring this to a close.

“Alright! Finish the job with Play Rough!” Lulu holds Charizard down and uses the remainder of her energy to thrash with the fire-flying type. The dirt and debris that accumulated throughout the fight created yet another opaque cloud within the battlefield though (Y/n) didn’t need to see pass to know that the brawl was over.

Sure enough, as the dust settles, Charizard is down for the count. He had reverted back to his normal self—no black seen in his skin, just the warmth of orange. Lulu managed to stay standing but just barely. The rabbit stood in a fighting stance despite the outcome and only falters at the words spoken by Magnolia.

“Charizard is unable to battle. Lulu is the victor.”

The pokémon’s Mega transformation dissipates as the pokémon falls forward and into a kneel. The jovial cheers of their spectators mixes with (Y/n)’s own as they’re quick to assist Lulu in regaining her health.

“You did wonderfully, Lulu! I’m so proud of you!” They bring their companion in for a hug and she reciprocates in kind before separating. Turning to see Leon tending to Charizard, the Unova champion praises the winged creature.

“I’m honestly very surprised. For a first timer, he did a top-notch job.” Leon smiles as he looks up at (Y/n) from his squatting position.

“That’s good to hear,” his gaze shifts to look back at Charizard. Despite the loss, his partner was in high-spirits— more enthusiastic than he was before the fight, in fact.

“It’s one thing to see the photos and read about it. Obviously, utilizing the change in battle is a completely different experience.”

“So what’d ya think?”

“I think it’s great. Maybe the reason Charizard could get the hang of it so quickly was because the transformation is sort of like Gigantamax in a way. They change form and unlock strengths and abilities that they wouldn’t have otherwise.”

“That’s why I’m so interested in it. Dynamax and Gigantamax seem to be a capability that is exclusive to Galar with the use of hotspots and wishing stars, but Mega Evolution is something that can be utilized anytime and anywhere, no matter the region. All you need are the proper stones and a close bond with your partner.” They take their hand to make a fanning gesture.

“I’ve kinda already spieled about this, so I’ll cut to the chase. Keep the stones and add them to your arsenal. It won’t hurt to shake things up a little bit.” Leon had since moved from his squat to stand.

“Sounds like a plan. We’d never reject this opportunity to get stronger, isn’t that right?” Charizard grunts in affirmation. (Y/n) laughs.

“And we’ll look forward to it.”

After the post-battle the exchange Magnolia, Sonia, and Hop meet them on the field.

“That battle was so awesome!” The teen enthused with a twinkle settled in his already bright eyes.

“I’ve only ever seen a few Mega Evolution battles in my lifetime, and they never cease to amaze me.” Magnolia agrees.

“I’m so glad Rotom was recording. My heart was beating out of my chest that I failed to take notes,” Sonia whines. “At least I can re-watch it…”

“You’d best make use of this great power and hone your skill of it, ya hear?” The elder presses to which Leon nods his head with no hesitation.

“Definitely.”

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I started shiny hatching and just never made it back…I managed to obtain 8 new shinies in the span of a month. Hyper-fixation at its finest.

Relegating Pokémon move sets to only four at a time is boring, so I removes that aspect. I understand why this is a thing in-game, but this is a story. I feel like pokémon should have access to their entire move pool—both learned and through TM/TR.

#pokemon #pokemon sword and shield #reader insert #gender neutral reader #pokemon leon x reader #pokemon sonia x reader #professor magnolia #pokemon hop #charizard #lopunny #mega charizard #mega lopunny

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theplumbnerd · 3 months

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Overcoming Sewer Line Blockage: Plumb Nerd's Case Study

Introduction

The Sewer Saga

Lessons Learned

Conclusion

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bakugotrashpanda · 5 years

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Kinktober 6- Biting

The guys follow the girls to the club

Kirishima x Reader Word Count: 1363

Two sets of red eyes and a pair of yellow ones followed you across the club. They watched you through the flickering neon that flashed on the dance floor as you wove between strangers with a line of drunk girls towards the bar.

“Remind me why we followed the girls here?” Bakugo asked. All eyes were on you as you confidently ordered shots for the group.

“She can sure hold her liquor,” Kaminari snickered as you quickly made your way through three shots.

“Just to make sure that they stay safe,” Kirishima relaxed against the wall.

“I’ve got better things to do with my night,” Bakugo grumbled.

“And if something happened to Ochaco?” Kirishima retorted, raising an eyebrow. Bakugo glowered at him.

“She’s a strong woman, she can stand her ground,” Bakugo said, “Plus it’s not like she’s my girlfriend or something, she can do what she wants,”

Kirishima’s eyes followed you as you went back onto the dance floor without your entourage. The music beat in time with your heart and you threw your hands in the air as you wove in and out of sweaty dancing bodies. Sometimes you would pause and dance with a stranger, casually wrapping your hands around their necks before moving on to the next person.

A pang of jealousy stabbed through Kirishima every time you gave the strangers a dazzling smile as you left.

“Look at Y/N go,” Kaminari raised an eyebrow as he sipped his drink. Your arms were wrapped around some nobody as he moved your hips in time with the music. This nobody’s hands cupped your ass as you started to pull away. You twisted out of his grip and shot him a dark look. The man tried to pull you back into his grasp but you were not having it.

“Dude,” Bakugo broke Kirishima’s concentration, “Just go out there if it bothers you that much,”

“Yeah, man, take your own advice and put yourself out there,” Kaminari said as he watched Jiro take her shots like a champ. Kirishima grimaced but knew it wouldn’t be very manly to offer advice and not follow it.

“She might start a fight,” Bakugo mused. That got Kirishima’s attention. You and the girls had gone out to have a good time but getting kicked out of the club would certainly put a damper on your evening. Sighing, he left his spot against the wall and twisted through the throng of dancing bodies.

He smoothly wrapped a hand around your waist while shooting the guy bothering you a glare. You turned to snarl at the new person manhandling you, but softened as soon as you saw who it was. The man backed off and you turned in Kirishima’s arms.

“You know I wish you wouldn’t do that,” Kirishima said in your ear over the music.

“I’m a big girl, Kiri,” you said and wrapped your arms around his neck before challenging him, “If you don’t like it, do something about it,” You leaned your head back and raised an eyebrow, seeing if he’d take the bait.

Kirishima stared at your eyes. You bit your lip, unsure if he would actually do anything about your incessant flirting. You shrugged and moved to unwrap your hands from his neck but his hand moved to your hips and pulled you close. The other tilted your chin up towards him and he possessively captured your lips. Your hands threaded through his spiky locks and pulled him closer. His sharp teeth nipped your bottom lip. You pulled back and stared at him.

“I know you got more than that, what’s going to keep these guys off me for the rest of the night?” you egged him on. He grabbed your hand and pulled you towards the hallway with the bathrooms. Pushing you against the sticky wall, he grabbed your chin and moved your head to the side. Careful to not puncture your skin, he slowly bit his way down your neck. At the base of your neck he bit slightly harder and sucked your sweet skin. Sharp teeth scraped the soft flesh as they pulled back.

“Let me know if it’s too much,” he whispered huskily in your ear before his teeth latched onto your shoulder. He pressed hard enough to leave divots on your skin and sucked hard enough to leave purple blotches. A whimper escaped your lips and Kirishima pulled back. You tilted your head back and exposed your neck which Kirishima eyed hungrily.

“Don’t stop,” you pulled his head back in. His strong fingers teased your nipples into stiff peaks. Kirishima tipped your head forward and held your gaze as he grazed them with his teeth over your dress.

“Brave to go out with no bra,” he commented.

“That’s not the only thing missing,” you smiled. Kirishima stood up and pressed his hips into you to hide his actions from the rest of the world. His fingers snuck under the hem of your tight dress and felt the fluid that was dripping down your leg.

“You’ve been grinding with people all night,” he said, a hint of jealousy in his voice.

“And you’re the only one who’s made it this far,” you arched into his touch, “Wanna go further?” Kirishima nodded and you pulled him towards the exit. Crisp air hit your skin as the two of you spilled into the alley. You leaned against the cold brick wall and pulled the redhead close.

“All yours, baby,” you said. Kirishima roughly grabbed your legs and sank down to the ground.

“I’m marking what’s mine,” Kirishima said before he left sloppy bite marks up your inner thigh. You shivered as his mouth got closer and closer to your aching pussy. When his mouth was almost at your apex, he licked the juices that were spilling down your leg. You moaned as his hot breath hit your outer folds. Kirishima traced your slit slowly, gathering up your liquid on a finger. You watched as he deliberately licked it off before he pushed through your folds and inside.

“Tell me who made you this wet,” he teased as his finger languidly stroked your wall. You quivered as he ran past your g-spot.

“You did,” you shuddered.

“Louder, sweetheart,” Kirishima slipped another finger in and worked your g-spot. “I want everyone to know who did this to you,”

“You did, Kiri,” you shouted.

“And who’s going to make you cum?” Kirishima attached his mouth to your clit and worked the bundle of nerves with the tip of his tongue. The onslaught of pleasure caused you to cry out and push your hips into Kirishima’s face.

“You are, Eijiro,” you cried. Hearing his first name leave your lips, he smirked and worked faster. Your hands pulled his head as close as possible as he built up the tension in your core.

“I-I’m gonna-” you cried out as your pleasure bubbled over. Your walls tensed around Kirishima’s fingers and you grabbed his head to keep you steady. His tongue slowly lapped at your clit as your orgasm washed over you. When Kirishima could finally extract his fingers, he licked them off and stood up, pushing against you.

“You’re fucking mine, got that?” he growled in your ear.

“Yes, Eiji,” you whispered. He slowly lead you back inside and searched for his friends he was supposed to wingmanning. You stared around the club in a daze. When you caught the ash blond keeping a bubbly and very drunk Ochaco from floating away by embracing her, you giggled and nudged Kirishima’s side. Kirishima saw the faux look of irritation on Bakugo’s face.

“Looks like she took my advice and got fucking wasted,” you snickered.

“And it looks like Denki took mine and put himself out there,” Kirishima slung an arm over your shoulder and gestured to the dance floor. Kaminari was busting some funky moves that caused Jiro to laugh but move closer.

“So can we finally tell them that we’re together?” you asked and planted a kiss on his neck.

“Sweetheart I think they’ll know something’s up by all the marks on your skin,” Kirishima said and lightly nipped your ear.

#ya girl is drunk and did the best she could #kirishima #kirishima x reader #bakugou #bakugo #kaminari #ochaco #jiro #my hero academia #boku no hero academia #kinktober2019 #biting #writing #.

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welcome-to-unseasoned · 4 years

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@mythigal1966 @accioturtur

(I just wanted to start a thread to address all the things that go on while Mikey is off with Shadow!!! Feel free to respond with one-shots, anything that needs to be responded to etc!!!!n This is just a chance for a lot of character and relationship building!!)

Mikey was gone for a month, maybe more. That meant Unseasoned had to be on it’s toes. Tom was ready for it. A year ago he would have been terrified, but now he shared that responsibility with several very capable individuals. Before they had arrived Mikey had been 100% Unseasoned’s defense. And as much as he had tried and trained, Tom didn’t feel like he could ever do more than maybe kick one invader hard enough in the shin that he might fall down long enough for the other to escape to the cellar.

Politics was also not something he was comfortable with but at least he knew how to talk to people and have some kind of impact. Truth be told when Wendy came to live with them he wanted to spend most of his time with her, tinkering and inventing. But Michelangelo had taken him aside one day and explained something he hadn’t noticed.

“Wendy has had to deal with some stuff. And I’m not saying you shouldn’t be right there with her, you totally should be, I just want you to give her some space. I think she needs to prove herself, to herself. Let her get more confident, feel like she’s making a difference, like she really belongs here because she does and she is. She is brilliant. She knows she can pick your brain if she needs to, she can always ask you for help, just let her come to you first. She is really gifted and never been able to explore that gift. Let’s give her the chance.”

Growing up with three overbearing, aggressive sisters and cousin like Sheila he hadn’t had much experience with women who weren’t very confident. The thought he came up with in his brain was, for Wendy to really grow she needed the freedom work on it and learn how to just do things, the same way he needed to work hard to be more assertive and voice the ideas that Mikey kept telling him everyone needed to hear. If he put himself in her shoes he could relate. You have an incredible talent that everyone seems to acknowledge but yourself, and then you have the chance to really explore that talent under the safety of Unseasoned. It was a little bit...exhilarating.

But Wendy wasn’t expected to handle any random person that dropped in. And although she had proven time and again that she was one of the capable individuals tasked with protecting the kids, she wasn’t expected to try and prevent anything. To deescalate.

He was a bit jealous. There was a part of him that wanted to sink back into the duties of handyman, to hide away and let someone else deal with all the day to day challenges.

But just like Mikey had told him to let Wendy find her place, he encouraged him to find his. He swore that he was good with people. That he naturally navigated difficult conversations and negotiated compromised like a champ.

He wanted to believe him, and part of him did. But without having his mentor’s backup waiting in the shadows to save him, he was terrified.

Twice already officials had stopped by, both from Ironbury. He deflected their supposed concerns. If there was anyone with overly powerful magic living with them, they didn’t know about it. Sure some of the kids demonstrated talent, but they didn’t pursue it. Yes some of the adults had some skill in magic but it was only used to help the crops grow. Look at all these kids from all over the nation, strong, cared for, and educated! Feel free to ask them if their own opinions. We do not indoctrinate here!

Tom sighed as he looked out over the perimeter, watching Wendy and Clay scoping the land for where best to place alarms. He wanted to just go out and work, but Mikey had him convinced that his brain was not his strongest trait. He didn’t disagree.The easy way out was easy. And while part of him wanted the easy way, as he watched all the kids running around, laughing and playing, and the adults putting in all the work to feed, clothe, entertain and educate them, he knew he was in a unique position to help them all.

With their recent declaration of ‘hell no’ to the powers that be they had more scrutiny than ever but Tom was determined to take up the mantle. Mikey deserved a break, if that’s what you could call it. He had done so much for so many people, he needed to be able to walk away for awhile. Even if it didn’t make sense. Even if it left him in charge of managing all the relationships Unseasoned had. Even if he didn’t understand while he and Shadow had to run off on an adventure.

“You better come back with some really good stories Mikey. And next time it better be just me and Shadow going on and adventure and you can stay here and be...responsible.”

#unseasoned:spring stories

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