ajustcaws | 001 | ACTION FOR GOLDENROD ROCKET BASE

[ACTION:]

[It was a normal day in the Team Rocket base.

And then a hero woke up within.

Cynthia read the note; that much should be obvious from the fact that the girl is charging about the base with it in her hand. However, she clearly didn't heed the instructions, given that she's doing so in her armor rather than switching into the uniform. She looks determined, but also confused and lost.

...very slightly confused and very, very lost. She's probably wandering into every part of the base except the ones that Grunts aren't actually allowed to enter (though not for lack of trying). Behind her at all times is a worried looking Blitzle, who seems like she really wants to try and gently grab Cynthia's skirt and lead her back to their room but is very slightly to afraid to.

Do you wish to engage? ...you... might regret it, because at the very least, it's going to be a weird experience.]

[VIDEO:]

[It looks like some random Grunt has taken enough pity on the poor girl to explain to her how the Gear works, because, wonder of wonders, the Gear has turned on and there is a white-haired teenage girl on the screen, looking off to the right.]

So, am I doing this right? Can everyone see this?

[The offscreen individual's response is inaudible. However, it was apparently affirmative, because the girl turns back to the screen, a look of wonder on her face.]

Woah...

[Then her face breaks into a huge grin, and she shakily adjusts the Gear so that she, a timid-looking Blitzle, and a mildly flabbergasted looking Murkrow are...

... well, they're kind of in the frame?

They're occasionally in the frame.

Sometimes.]

Greetings, citizens, and beware, evildoers! I hope you can all see me all right, because the Great Hero Cynthia and her faithful companions, Thunderhoof and Sablefeather, have arrived in... uh, wherever this is!

[Her expression falters a bit, and the camera focuses back on her.]

Well, actually, I'm supposed to be off saving some other world... but I ended up here, instead. Does anyone know what's up with that? I've been asking around, and no one seems to know. I mean, if I'm here, then I bet this world does need saving, because psssh, why else would I have ended up here?

But, uh, I kind of need to save my past, so...

[...a realization seems to strike her.]

Oooh, wait! This has to be some kind of test run! All right, everyone!

[She... does something that shakes the camera and tries to look really dramatic and inspiring, but right now, she's probably just inspiring motion sickness...]

If you need a hero for anything, then I'm your girl! Just send me a messenger, or --- oh, wait! I guess you don't have to because you can just use this thing! Well, I can tackle anything you need me to!

[She grins.

...the camera lingers a bit. The Blitzle, apparently named Thunderhoof, attempts to hide behind Sablefeather, who just looks up at her in exasperation.

... Cynthia looks back to the grunt.]

...uh, how do you end this...?

[After a few seconds, she figures it out.]

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All right, let's check it out!

[Is the door locked?

...no it isn't, thank god. She barges into the fairly empty room and heads right for the Pokeball.]

...so, you just toss it, right?

Yep. You can throw it hard, but usually you only do that when it's time for battle. If you just want to see the Pokemon inside it's better to toss it lightly. I don't think you can break them by hurling against the wall, but better safe than sorry.

Ohhh, okay.

Well, here goes!

[...she still throws it pretty hard, because moderation? Hahahaha what's that

and so out pops a very disgruntled Murkrow, who gives them both a Look.

Cynthia is quiet for a moment, then looks delighted.]

Oh gosh, it's a crow in a hat!

You don't do things halfway, do you?

[She's just... mildly amused at the girl's enthusiasm.]

So it looks like you have a Murkrow! They're pretty common among members of the team. They're Dark/Flying types, so very different from Thunderhoof. You're starting with a good pair.

Where's the fun in that?

[Her cheer fades very slightly to a thoughtful look at that description.]

"Dark," huh? That's more fitting than I thought it would be. I guess I'll have to see how they work off each other.

It's only a type, not something to worry about.

[Ilya never really did see the point in fussing about that sort of thing, but she knows hero types have a tendency to worry over anything called "dark". And if there's ever been a girl who fit that description, it's Cynthia.]

A good battle should give you an idea. There should be plenty of wild Pokemon outside the city to test yours on.

...huh? Oh, that's actually not a problem. Dark doesn't mean bad, after all.

[It just means that you might like blood and death a little more than most people do!]

All right, I have to make my way out of town as soon as possible, then!

Well, it's good to hear you know that already.

[And really, what's wrong with a little blood?]

You'll have to get out of the base first. Do you know how?

I had to learn that really quickly, or I would have some serious problems with my dad.

[YAY BLOOD]

... that's what I was trying to find out when I ran into you, actually...

Your father? He was fond of the dark?

[Probably for different reasons than Ilya's...]

Mmmm, well I wasn't planning on leaving for a while myself, but there are maps set up every so often in the hallways. If we find one of those do you think you could use it to find your way out?

Well, he was a Dark Mage, so he kind of had to be! ...He might have been a little fonder than most, though.

[it's like if ryuunosuke were actually a great husband and father]

Oh, yeah, that would help! I wouldn't mind getting to see this new world, especially if I'm going to be here a while.

Oh my. Forbidden magic? That's a dangerous road to travel.

[Well there would be some bitter irony for you.]

Then let's go. I'll accompany you until you can find your way out of the base, but after that, you'll be on your own, alright?

Well, I don't think he's done anything too forbidden. Mostly just kind of weird and spooky.

And that's fine by me! I figure I can find my way around once I get outside.

Alright. [She turns to the door where Talos is still waiting, not really being able to get through without a great deal of shuffling.] Talos-

Right this way, Mistress. Miss Cynthia.

[Ilya immediately falls into step behind her loyal Pokemon, expecting that Cynthia will come along without being prompted.]

[And she does!]

...Do you ever get used to that? The Pokemon talking in your head thing, I mean. Don't get me wrong, it seems like it would have a multitude of great applications, like making sure your foes don't learn your secret winning strategy! ...But it is a little weird.

Actually, it was pretty easy for me to get used to it. There are types of magic in my world that can do this sort of thing, and while I can't do it myself, the idea at least is something I already know about.

Besides, they are called Psychic-type. It's only natural they could do such things. It's easier if you just think of it like talking with your mind instead of your mouth.

Oh, really...? I mean, we have magic in my world, but I don't think I've met anyone who could do that with it. I mean, I don't think I'll have a problem with it once I have a Pokemon of my own that can do it, at least.

You should really get one as soon as you can, they're very useful. They make great interpreters for your other Pokemon, for one thing.

...ooh, yeah, that would be great! I just have to find one that's really, really cool, and then I'm set.

Well I can't think of any that are more impressive than my Talos...

[If a Metagross can be said to preen, that is exactly what it's doing right now.]

But there are a lot of options. Do a little searching, I'm sure you'll find something.

Oh, yeah, it'd definitely be hard to top yours! I think I do need to look for myself, though. I can't just follow the crowd!

No, I doubt someone like you would be satisfied with that.

[Seeing the door to the outside, she points it out.]

There's the way out. This is where we part for now. But I'm sure we'll see each other again, soon.

Yeah... I mean, it's not like we're in different buildings, so I bet well be seeing each other all the time!

So, later, then!

[DORKY HEROIC WAVE GOODBYE]

I'm off to find adventure!

[And after waving her off, Ilya is polite enough to wait until Cynthia's well out of sight before leaning against Talos and bursting into laughter.]

001 | ACTION FOR GOLDENROD ROCKET BASE | VIDEO

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