[first experiment] video/action in New Bark
[Unlike most people who have no idea how to work something technological, Sasha's pokegear turns on clear and fluid, showing the glasses-wearing man standing in New Bark Town. In the background, a rather timid Magnemite is floating around, nervous to be in range of the pokegear camera.]
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[ Because that's probably the simplest question to answer for now. ]
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Yes, I'm a newcomer to this world, it seems. And thank you for the advice, as any and all information is greatly appreciated.
I hate to be a burden, but you seem to possess a good deal of knowledge about this place. Is there any other basic facts I should know before heading out of this town?
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Ah....I think there's one thing that's important to know. If you walk in the tall grass, you might run into wild creatures who'll want to fight. In that case, your partner should be able to defend you.
And if they get tired, the Center in the next town can heal them, so don't worry...too much.
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So the grass isn't as safe as it looks. I'll be sure that my partner is ready for the challenge ahead before we move onto the next town.
[Sasha seems at ease now, while his Magnemite finally gets a burst of courage and floats in front of the camera, smiling happily at this nice lady. He, or rather it, speaks it's name a few times in a magnetic voice.]
Ah...It seems like my partner wished to thank you for all of your help.
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[The man on screen nods to the camera.] My name is Kazuma Sohma, and I would like to welcome you to Johto. I'm afraid most of us here have no more idea of how to return to our homes than you, though there is one unconfirmed rumor. But I can at least direct you to Route 29 to begin your journey.
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[Sasha just nods back in response, and Sohma might catch sight of a very sky Magnemite looking at the pokegear curiously.]
A pleasure to make your acquaintance, Sohma. I was afraid someone would tell me that home is impossible to reach right now, but I can't sit around and complain about it. That won't change anything...Route 29 is the only grassy road out of here, correct? At least this place it somewhat straightforward.
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[He does notice the Magnemite, as does the little Poliwag peeking in at the corner of his screen. It waves its little tail in a tentative greeting -- almost as shy, but not quite.]
I'm in full agreement with you there, Nein-san. The best way to deal with our situation is to meet it head on and learn as much as we can. [He nods.] That road will take you to the next city, Cherrygrove, after about three days of travel. The travel becomes a bit more complicated after that, but there should be a map function on your Pokégear that will assist.
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No one knows how to get home, but as for the journey itself, Route 29 should be a good place to start.
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It seems like the general population has suggested that route as the optimal place to start. I suppose the only thing I have yet to understand is the actual important of these 'pokemon' and why people enjoy battling with them.
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[Coop is mirroring that calm, but is studying Sasha to clear his mind - and not in a very subtle way, either. But he'll answer the indirect questions as he does.]
Your pokémon is to be your partner while you're here. Wild ones might attack you, so it protects you as well as assists you.
As for the battling, you might consider it a sport. These creatures are very ingrained in the culture here - understandably - and battling is only one way it shows.
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[And Sasha isn't staring anymore, but it's clear by his gaze that this whole encounter feels completely abnormal to him.]
So Magnemite is my intended partner...I scanned him earlier with the Pokedex and it knew quite a bit of data about him. I comprehend the battling concept, but I'm not sure if I can agree with it. Then again...
[He glances over at Magnemite, who's ever so slowly floating towards the poke'gear camera.] Perhaps I can pass my time studying these creatures carefully, whether by battle or through personal interactions with other people. [Or in other words, experiment legally on them in the name of SCIENCE.]
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Wait.
Back up a tiny bit. And time to open up video - while trying to look mature. Well, as mature as he can while riding a Vibrava across the sea and while having a Dratini wrapped around himself.
Which, I must say, is very mature. Very much so.]
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[It takes a little while for him to think of something to say, though. Only a little while.]
...I've heard that Route 29 is the best way out of that town - but it's a three-day walk to the next city. Or, at least, that's what I've heard.
[Internally, Raz is wondering why he's the only one of his friends/people from his world who woke up with Team Rocket. FML. He has never been to New Bark Town or Cherrygrove, either.]
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Razputin?
[Yeah, everything else involving the conversation is completely irrelevant now. He just wants to know if this really is the circus acrobat turned Psychonaut he's known to appreciate.]
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...Nah, if it was a dream, he wouldn't be flying over the sea right now. At least he's good at hiding his fear of falling and DYING. That, and he has to trust Turble not to drop him. But Turble is a friend. :3]
The very same! It's been months, Agent Nein! I'd give you a warm welcome in-person, but I'm not over that side of Johto right now.
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It has been a while, Agent Razputin. [And he just shakes his head lightly.] It's no trouble, given the large size of this world. Where are you right now? And please, do tell me what's you've been up to here in this land known as 'Johto'.
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Regardless, I still appreciate the support. [And he says this with a deadpan voice, not intending to be rude.]
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Anyway, you said you wanted to get out?
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It would be nice, but apparently this place traps people and keeps them here without much to explain it. [He shrugs his shoulders lightly.] Leaving New Bark, however, seems like the first thing I should do. Standing around here will get nothing done, after all.
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