[Day 195] Around the Bastion + Skyway (open)

[littlerat]

Who: Red and anybody.
Open: Open
When: Days 195
Where: Multiple options.
What: Just another pokémon kid at the Bastion with no fashion sense.
Format: Pick your poison, I shall go with the flow.
Warnings: None at the moment.

[ Red was given the low-down on the state of the End of the World upon his arrival, thanks to the people who have long ago come to terms with it and know that people didn't always stay gone with their homes. Whether he came from a past, the present, or whatever, that kind of questioning hadn't entered Red's mind, nor yet why him out of what would be millions of others.

It could be a lie; of course it could be. And yet the strange delusion that was the Bastion hadn't disappeared to him over the hours of being there, or during the night that he and his pokémon slept. He woke up to a new morning away from snow and familiarity of the mountain he came from, in the same room offered to him in this fractured world.

But Red wasn't one to sit around and do nothing. That much was still a part of him after years of living that way. The idea of his world being gone was still too surreal a concept for him to sit around and mourn over. Bumbling around and figuring something out, whatever that something might be, seemed a much better use of his and his pokémon's times. ]

[ Location: Bastion - early morning to early noon ]

For the most part, Red can be located around the Bastion during morning-to-noon. The idea is to explore, with his starting point being from the apartments early in the day, to the arsenal, the training building, and generally just looking around at different locations there are. Also the monument because who doesn't end up there at least once, right. Oh yes, that ranch looks interesting to check out too.

He can be found with his Pikachu out, who usually sniffs and pokes his nose around ahead of Red, though he's keeping closer to his trainer due to. Well, the situation.

Dragonfield
[ A large body of a water is a good location to spend some time at. It's free water, plus the creatures around it are unusual and different. None he knows, but hey, there's plenty of unknown pokémon out there to him.

Here's a spot that he'll let out his team, who pay some attention to drinking and having Red check them over, speaking to the creatures that... make sounds, but aren't exactly speaking the same language back to him.

But then half of their attention is on everything else. Particularly the fact that there's floating islands in the sky. Sure, some of them saw that yesterday, but it's not exactly a thing that one gets used to right away. ]

Donut Trees
[ It is a doughnut tree. Surely this is actually fantasy. A tasty fantasy that Red just. Examines. In disbelief. Because there are doughnut trees growing here Pikachu do you see this too.

You know what, fantasy actually tastes pretty good. For a short while Red and his whole team will be out to sample a few. Not the whole lot, no worry about that, though Snorlax and Charizard do enjoy them the most and so have more than just two. And yes, even some of the leaves because Pikachu and Snorlax both got curious about them and woah. ]

[ Location: Skyway - afternoon ]

After noon, Red will head to the Skyway to investigate and explore. There's items of interest that can be found around here supposedly from what he's heard, particularly the Shards. He's not sure what he wants to do right now - if to believe that he should be helping or not or if there's something bigger going on despite appearances, but his curiosity for the floating islands and his desire to see what he can find are both pulls towards exploring

Open Plains
[ Red and his team end up here at different times throughout their exploration. It connects to most of the different locations and it's a good place to rest while still getting used to what's out there. The monsters are different from what they're used to, but nothing's been too difficult so far fortunately. He can be spotted here now and then, whether travelling through or taking a rest, with one or two of his team mates out. ]

Residential District
[ It's here that items of interest could be found (or so he was told) if one was to look. It's not as glamorous looking as it once all obviously was, but time and ruin will do that to most buildings not prepared for disaster. ]


[ Location: Back the Bastion - late evening, night ]

[ It's dark by the time Red returns with his team back to the Bastion, exhausted in a way that isn't entirely unusual to him, but different for what they've been doing. He ends up checking out that Donut Tree again (hey, look, more doughnuts), as well as getting some proper food for items that he retrieved. It's a modest amount of food, which he decides to take outside so his team can eat it together. The dragonfield seems like a good place for this, doesn't it. ]

( ooc: sooo i tried to make up a few options but yeah. if you have any ideas you wanna go with try it. )

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Morning - Dragonfield

[wayofvoice]

[One of these days, you people are going to realize why Dragonfield is called Dragonfield.]

[The main reason being the giant dragon that's suddenly diving into the water from above with a massive splash, the effects being a series of small waves and ripples extending to the shore Red is on. After a moment, Paarthurnax resurfaces just to spread out his wings and sort of float on the surface.]

[Yes he is sunning. What do you want from him?]

Donut Trees - Morning

[fuckthemancers]

Don't ask. Just. Please do not ask.

[That's all Zulf has to say as he pauses while he's passing by, catching sight of a newcomer staring at the monstrosities that Aoi has created.]

[littlerat]

[ Guy, how can he not ask. ]

... Are they edible?

[ Just let him have this one question. Pikachu really looks ready to climb up one of the trees!! ]

[fuckthemancers]

...Yes. For some strange reason, yes.

[littlerat]

[ We're never going to learn.

But wow, it's certainly a good thing that Red didn't take out Charizard right after seeing the massive amounts of water; a charizard's flame were resilient to some degrees of exposure to water, but it didn't make for a happy fire-type at all to get soaked.

Too bad Red and Pikachu aren't as lucky. The front of the electric rodent gets covered, causing the animal's cheeks to spark one moment, then to shake off the unwelcome bath from his body. Red's jeans soak it in before he can move back from what comes over, and. Oh dear. Nobody likes wet jeans.

But when he sees the dragon resurface, he's not going to grumble about it to them. He's not exactly the Animal Whisperer here, and the dragon seems... much more content to mind his own business.

Though Red is going to stare at him while he floats there, in some awe at the beast, as he's bent down trying to fruitlessly get rid of some excess liquid from his trousers.

But hey. That dragon's very big, but there's still plenty of space to get water, isn't there? So after giving up on his jeans, he takes off one pokéball from his waist, releasing his Blastoise onto the ground beside him. He gives the large turtle-like creature a pat on his side as he stands back up, looking over to the dragon.... still just gonna sun over there, right dude? ]

[wayofvoice]

[Yes. He is so happy, you have no idea. Grampadragon needs some time to himself, sometimes, and sunning is the perfect way to do that. Listen, he's a just winged lizard, what do you want from him?]

[The sound of the Blastoise being released seems to make him pay a bit more attention, although he doesn't move from his floating position on the water. There's just a low rumble- although not particularly threatening- before he speaks.]

Drem yol lok. You are one of those who are known as trainers, correct?

[littlerat]

[ THAT'S ALL HE NEEDS TO KNOW. He thinks. But there's no warning that he shouldn't, and a look with Pikachu makes the rodent decide that heck, he's gonna climb up to this tree and grab one for himself.

And Red? ... why wouldn't he. Why not. He hasn't eaten doughnuts in forever and he hasn't had anything sweet in forever either. He takes a small bite out of the frosted, sprinkled doughnut that he ends up grabbing...

...

. . . ]

It's actually a doughnut tree.

[fuckthemancers]

Yes.

You have one Aoi Asahina to thank for that, if you ever meet her. I'm also fairly certain we can blame Ippo as well.

[Goddammit you two]

[littlerat]

[ You keep being a big ol' grampadragon dude. Nobody can stop you. The other voice certainly catches their attention - Red looking around, but then focusing on the dragon. It's the only other one there with them, and... creatures being able to communicate isn't too weird. Though that's usually with telepathy that they do so.

Right. Better not keep them waiting for an answer. ]

... That's right, I'm a pokémon trainer. Are you a dragon-type?

[littlerat]

How? [ He asked him not to ask, but it comes out with a scoff as he looks at the doughnut in his hand. It actually exists, and it actually tastes like food. Pikachu, meanwhile, does not seem as bothered by this.

But let Red follow that up with a better question. Maybe a little better? ] Is this normal here?

[wayofvoice]

[Red, no, don't try to catch him in a Pokeball]

I am a dragon, one of dov, but I am not any kind of type. I am known as Paarthurnax.

[fuckthemancers]

[What did he just say, Red? What did he just say.]

[Zulf ignores the first question entirely, since he did give due warning, and focuses on the second.]

As a matter of fact, no, not really. However, the Bastion is apparently... capable of more than we thought it was capable of.

[He really has to ask Rucks sometimes if he ever thought donut trees would be a thing made with his creation.]

[littlerat]

[ Don't worry, he's saving his Master Ball for the Mew under the truck.

But a good thing that name was said and not written; Red has a clue of how to pronounce it. ] Paarthurnax.

[ He repeats it, just so he try to remember that. He hasn't a clue what he means by 'one of dov' though. But as he's gone and introduced himself... ]

I'm Red. [ He motions a hand towards Pikachu and Blastoise. ] And this is Blastoise and Pikachu.

[ It's the end of the world and he's talking to a dragon... dragon. What a day. ]

Is this lake yours?

[wayofvoice]

It is a pleasure to meet all of you.

[But communicating at this much of a distance seems to be a bit of a hassle. Paarthurnax dives underneath the water again, large form visible as he swims beneath the surface. It's only when he's closer to the shallows does he rise up again. Still in the water, but now closer and able to rest against the ground.]

Niid. This lake is for all. I simply reside in the field besides this. It is the best place for me, after all.

[Size and all.]

[littlerat]

[ It's fine that he did not receive the answer for that first question. But sometimes you can't keep them in your mouth, okay. It's hard.

At least the end of the world isn't so weird? Sorta? (Just kidding it's the weirdest--) The answer does make him look at the different collection of trees bearing sweet snacks from their branches. ]

So they just showed up one day? Because of Aoi and -- Ippo, somehow?

[littlerat]

[ Ah, so they weren't encroaching on this dragon's territory. Red nods now that Paarthurnax is facing towards him. There's a lot to be curious about with them, and he half-wishes he could whip out his pokédex to get some details.

He hasn't gotten to do that much over the years. ]

I wanted to let my pokémon out to get some water; they shouldn't bother you at all. [ Ah. ] And it's nice to meet you too.

[ Pikachu chirps in agreement! Even if he did get wet and all. Red undoes another ball from his belt, lifting it up to show to Paarthurnax before pointing it to the ground beside himself. A light shines and generates a shape, and Venusaur stands in the place. There's a soft scent that comes from her large flower, and she looks to Paarthurnax who is in her view, then to her trainer. ]

This is Venusaur. Is it okay if I let out the next one into the water with you? He does better in water.

[wayofvoice]

It takes much to bother me.

[If there's one thing you learn when sitting meditating on top of a mountain for thousands of years, after all, it's how to be patient. Besides, these interesting creatures have always fascinated him.[

I do not mind it. As I said- this lake is for all.

[fuckthemancers]

Hm. Well... Have you seen these?

[Zulf reaches into his shirt and pulls out his shard amulet.]

[littlerat]

[ That's good to hear. He takes another pokéball, this time looking at it for a second before nodding, then points it towards the water. The same white light comes out and forms a shape, and Lapras comes out, flippers under the water. Lapras nods his head to Paarthunarx should he look towards his direction, also offering, should mind telepathy work as a form of communication with the dragon, a simple greeting of Hello to go with it. ]

So, are you from one of the...other worlds?

[ It's not a topic for conversation Red's had yet (or started, at least), and it's the reason for his slight hesitation. But after asking it, he lets out his last pokémon out onto the grass - a female charizard that stretches out her wings upon her release. ]

[wayofvoice]

[Thanks to Kitten, Paarthurnax has grown more than used to telepathy. He offers up a nod of his own to the Lapras before looking to Red again at the question.]

I am. It was known, wholely, as Nirn. I preferred to make my home in a place known as Skyrim.

[littlerat]

Oh -- yeah.

[ He fishes out his own from his pocket, holding it up. ]

I was told it'll help me search around the Skyway.

[fuckthemancers]

That's true- the amulet will help pull the pieces of the Skyway together so that you can traverse it. However, you can often find them scattered about the Skyway or dropped by any creatures you defeat.

The Bastion- specifically, the Monument runs on shards and Cores alike, although you'll hardly find Cores as easily as you do shards. With enough shards, you can have the Bastion craft something for you. A building, or an item... Even creatures.

[littlerat]

[ He listens, though he remembers being told about the shards and cores as well. But it's the last part he hadn't heard about.

So somebody gathered enough shards...to make a doughnut tree. ]


... Was it an experiment, do you think? [ He points towards the trees. ]

[fuckthemancers]

No. I'm almost certain she knew exactly what she was doing.

[Aoi Asahina cannot be trusted, that much is certain. He's realized that now.]

[littlerat]

[ He points his pokémon towards the waters where they won't get in Paarthurnax's way, then turns his attention back onto the dragon. ]

I heard there were other pokémon trainers here yesterday. Do you know any of them?

[ Since he did ask him about being one too. ]