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[beacon]

Serious question. Are Pokémon really so weird to most people here? A lot of people I've talked to say stuff like, "animals where I come from can't call down lightning or breathe fire"... I'm gonna be honest with you, your animals sound kinda boring.

[ speaking of which, there's one such Pokémon -- a Raichu -- sitting on his lap. every once in a while, there seems to be a crackle of electricity that sparks around its cheeks. Volkner is utterly unfazed, even when some of them seem to actually hit him. ]

... Ah. Another question. I'm in Crystalden now, but I haven't left very much... what are the other districts like? Anything interesting to see?

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[ex_shadowstep567]

Animals who don't have superpowers are boring? I think that's a little unfair.

[beacon]

Sounds boring. Feel free to prove me wrong. [ he is fully aware that his opinions are opinions. that said, he's also probably not inclined to actually change his mind. ]

[ex_shadowstep567]

More that I think you'd have a hard time trying to convince a biologist of that sentiment.

How's your little shock bunny?

[beacon]

Good thing I'm not trying. [ ... ] He's not a bunny. And doing alright, I guess?

[ruleofschool]

Those Pokemon can do things like that—!?

[beacon]

They can do lots of different stuff -- it depends on what kind they are.

[ruleofschool]

That's— dangerous!! And people are keeping these creatures as pets!? Are there no regulations for handling such dangerous animals!?

[beacon]

They're not pets -- more like partners. There are some rules, but -- [ he shrugs ] -- pretty much anybody can train them, as long as they follow them.

[keybearer]

Hey, not all animals are completely powerless. I'm friends with a duck who knows a ton of powerful magic, including fire and electric spells.

[...That Raichu catches Riku's eye, though. Pardon him if he watches the electric mouse a little bit.]

As for other districts, Orlea's all right. Just like any modern city, I'd say.

[beacon]

Well, that's definitely less boring. Are all of them like that, where you come from?

[ there's a pause as he considers this -- ] How modern's modern, to you? [ since it seems like it's not completely the same across the board. ]

[keybearer]

Well, first you have to understand that Donald's not from the same world. Back home, we've just got ordinary fish and seagulls. Donald's a bit more human-like than your average duck, and he's a magician to boot.

But magic's one of those things anyone can pick up with enough practice. I know I've learned a few tricks.

[And for the second question, give him a second because... hm. He forgot to consider that different worlds have different technology levels.]

Working electricity comes to mind. Indoor plumbing. Radios, television, cell phones... things like that. It's not exactly as advanced as Crystalden, but at least it's got some conveniences.

[beacon]

Ah... if it's something that can be learned, I think that's kinda different from Pokémon. But it also seems different from what most people here are used to, as well. [ ... ] Do most people learn it?

[ ... ] That's about the same level I'm used to, as well. Seems a little boring, compared to the rest of the districts, somehow...

[methemystery]

Can you call down lightning or breathe fire?

[beacon]

Only in a metaphorical sense. This guy, though -- [ he pats the head of his Raichu ] -- he can do it literally, too.

[methemystery]

You sound kinda boring. Maybe I should be talking to him?

[Sissel obviously isn't offended, he's just poking a little fun.]

[beacon]

[ he might actually smile a little at that. ]

His speaking skills might be a bit lacking, but I personally find him a riveting conversationalist.

[always_running]

Yes... It is weird but at this point I gave up trying to make sense of it all.

[beacon]

Better to just accept things and go with it, right?

[always_running]

Pretty much....

Back home, Pokemon don't exist physically.

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[devotionary]

[WELL. Mitsuhide sort of agrees with that, though he... wouldn't be that open about it. Volkner, you're a little rude.]

It is disconcerting, indeed, that so many of our comrades in this land are not familiar with Pokemon. Although I find the sort of treatment they offer to their pet companions reason for greater concern.

[And judging from the look on his Pokemon's face, Lapras is none too happy about the stuff they've heard, either.]

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[beacon]

[ he knows he's rude and embraces it with his whole heart ]

It does seem a bit demeaning... although, some of the animals here seem to be intelligent. [ this place is Confusing. ]

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[devotionary]

[Wow, don't go giving Pokemon people a bad reputation, Volkner! :|]

Do they? I don't believe I have met any of the sort yet. [Pokemon are pretty intelligent in their own right, if you ask him.]

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[overheats]

Volkner, I'm pretty sure the pillows are alive.

My bathroom is made up of pillows. Which are alive.

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[beacon]

[ guess who's having a good laugh at your expense, Flint? ]

So. How do you feel when you have to take a piss?

[overheats]

Volkner, sometimes I feel like I shouldn't even bother with the toilet.