I went north from Laverre City to reach the Poke' Ball Factory, where all Poke' Balls in Kalos were produced. I found Shauna and Trevor there, talking among themselves about whether someone would let them into the factory. Shauna rushed ahead, and Trevor ran after her. Serena and Tierno came soon after, confused as to why Shauna and Trevor had just rushed off like that.
We heard a scream, and Shauna and Trevor ran away to the city, with a Flare Grunt chasing after them! Tierno ran off to help them, and Serena was concerned about the presence of Team Flare there. I went to the factory, and snagged a Max Revive before I went inside to clear Team Flare out of the factory.
I quickly got spotted by a Flare Grunt, and she told me that they weren't doing tours today. Shauna came by to support me, and asked the Flare Grunt if she needed to work a job at the factory to pay for her ugly suit. The Flare Grunt wasn't amused, and Shauna fought her so I could go on and battle the other grunts.
I quickly got into a battle with a Flare Grunt, but Logan took them out quick and he grew to Level 47. I continued through on a conveyor belt, and got into a battle with another Flare Grunt, and through it Axel grew to Level 46. I continued my way through on the conveyor belts, and got into another battle with a Flare Grunt.
I healed my team, and continued on more conveyor belts. I snagged a Timer Ball at the end of one of the belts, then I made my way up some stairs to a hanging path above. I had to battle another Flare Grunt, then I found a small office on that hanging path where the few workers of the highly-automated factory. I got my team healed by one of them, and another told me how to reverse the path of the conveyor belt.
I flipped the switch, and made my way around the place to find another office. When I got there, I found the man who ran the factory being confronted by a trio of Team Flare members. The leader of the trio demanded the old man work for Team Flare, either helping them get the Poke' Balls to their gang or to contribute 5 MILLION Pokedollars to become a member.
The owner demanded to know what they were thinking, and told them he would never forgive any group that tries to take all the Poke' Balls for itself. The green-haired one told the leader to quit wasting her time, and she agreed and suggested that they BLOW UP THE FACTORY! I couldn't allow that, and I made my presence known.
The owner requested my help, and the Team Flare Admin mocked the man before she battled me. She sent out Scraggy, and I sent out Axel against it. Axel attacked with Thunderbolt for massive damage, then Scraggy countered with Scary Face to lower Axel's speed. I had Axel attack with Slam next, and it was enough to knock Scraggy out.
Houndoom was sent out next, and I sent Cadence out against it. Cadence hit it with Moonblast, and it did massive damage, then Houndoom countered with Feint for minor damage. Cadence attacked with Dazzling Gleam next, and it did great damage to knock out Houndoom and win the battle.
After the battle, the Flare Admin was mocked by the other Team Flare Scientists, and they said they would work together to bring me down. Serena came by after that, and helped me to fight against the scientists in a Double Battle!
The Team Flare Scientists, Celosia and Bryony, sent out Liepard and Manectric while I sent out Axel and Serena sent out Meowstic. Axel used Thunderbolt against Liepard, but Manectric took the attack thanks to it's ability and raised it's attack. Meowstic used Light Screen to defend, then Manectric used Thunder Fang against Meowstic for good damage, and Liepard used Taunt against Meowstic.
I switched Axel out for Jack, and Manectric used Bite against Jack for minor damage, then Liepard used Assurance against Jack for good damage, before Meowstic hit Manectric with Psychic for good damage. Jack used Smackdown against Manectric for great damage, then it countered with Thunder Fang for great damage against Jack, then Liepard used Assurance against Meowstic for massive damage which knocked it out.
Serena sent out Chesnaught, and I switched Jack out for Brody. Manectric used Thunder Fang against Brody but it did nothing, then Liepard used Assurance against Chesnaught for minor damage, before it countered with Seed Bomb for massive damage. Manectric used Bite against Brody next for minor damage, and Liepard used Taunt against Brody, then Brody used Strength to knock out Manectric before Chesnaught used Seed Bomb to knock out Liepard.
Through the battle Axel, Jack, Cadence, and Brody all grew to Level 47, while Gabriel grew to Level 48. After the battle, the Team Flare Admin told them that they had already stolen what they needed, and should call it a day. The trio left, and the owner thanked Serena and I for saving him and his employees. He offered to give me a Master Ball or a Big Nugget as thanks, and I chose the Master Ball as my reward. He also gave me the Big Nugget as well, and he gave both to Shauna as well.
I left the office and went to the other one to heal my team, then I made my way to the entrance to leave. I met up with Shauna, Trevor, and Tierno near the entrance, and Serena came by behind me to meet up with the others. She told them that Team Flare messed everything up, and that it wasn't a good time to explore the factory. It turned out that the others barely even heard of Team Flare before that moment, and Serena told them what they had done at the factory.
After she explained the situation, the three commented their disapproval at the actions of Team Flare, and Trevor thought it best not to get involved. Trevor and Tierno left, and Shauna commented on how awesome Serena and I were for beating Team Flare. Shauna left after that, leaving Serena and I. Serena thanked me for saving the factory, though she worried that if she kept relying on me like this that going on this journey would lose its meaning.
I left the factory and received a Holo Clip. I had received a message, an emergency broadcast telling everyone that the Poke' Ball Factory had been attacked, and said that while the perpetrators were unknown the sales of Poke' Balls was expected to be unaffected.
I headed back into Laverre City, proud of myself for stopping Team Flare, and glad to have been able to save the factory.
Current Team:
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 47)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 47)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 47)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 47)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 48)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 47)
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Pokemon Y - Laverre City and the Laverre Gym
While at the Laverre City Pokemon Center, I met up with Mr. Bonding again, and he gave me Encounter Power Lv. 1 to go with my other O-Powers. I also heard a little song about the end of the ancient war in Kalos, and tipped the singer before I left.
Laverre City was called "The city of otherworldly dreams" according to the sign there, and then I visited the Laverre Boutique where I bought a nice black v-neck t-shirt, and I went to the Pokemon Center to change my outfit with the black hat I had bought the other week as well. With a new style going on, I left the Pokemon Center again to explore the city further.
I received TM41 (Torment) from a kid before I went into a house to meet some of the other people living there. I didn't find much there, so I left and talked to a man at the nearby gate after that and received a Poke' Doll from him. I continued through the town, and received a Gengarite from a Hex Girl, then I did a bit more exploring.
I relaxed at a cafe there at the north side of the city, then I decided I would go to the Laverre Gym, which was an old building built inside of a mushroom-covered tree.
My team consisted of:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 45)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 46)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 45)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 45)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 45)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 45)
I was told by the Gym Guide that the Laverre Gym was a Fairy-Type Gym, and that I needed to make my way around the brightly-colored gym with warp panels. I went right, and found myself in another room of this fairy-tale designed Gym.
The first room I found myself in was a sewing room with fabrics, books, and shelves where someone would design dresses. I took another warp panel and found myself in a bathroom. I continued on and found myself in a study where I finally met with a Trainer. I got into a quick battle and won, and I continued on.
I found myself in some kind of living room where another Trainer stood there waiting for me. We had a short battle, and Logan grew to Level 46, then I continued onto another warp panel. I went back a couple times through the panels I tried, then after a time I found myself in another room, some kind of dressing room it seemed.
There was nobody there, so I continued on, and found a kitchen and dining room where I managed to sneak by a Trainer, before I got onto another warp panel and reached a bedroom. I got into another battle with another Trainer here, and through the battle Brody grew to Level 46. I continued on, and finally found the Gym Leader.
I went up to her, and the Gym Leader introduced herself as Valerie. She spoke of the surprising strength of Fairy-Type Pokemon, and then we battled.
I sent out Logan against her Mawile, and he struck with Petal Dance for massive damage, before it countered with Crunch for minor damage. Logan struck again with Petal Dance, being locked into the attack, and it knocked out Mawile before Logan grew confused.
I kept Logan in the fight when Mr. Mime was sent out, and while though he was confused Logan managed to attack with Venoshock for massive damage that left Mr. Mime deep in the red, and then Mr. Mime used Light Screen to increase it's special defense. Valerie used a Hyper Potion after that, and Logan was still confused and hurt himself. I had Logan try again, but he hurt himself once more before he got hit by Pschic for massive damage.
I switched over to Gabriel, who received a Psychic attack for great damage. I had Gabriel go high, and Mr. Mime used Reflect to increase defense before Fly struck for good damage, then it used Psychic to do massive damage to Gabriel. I decided to switch to Axel, who took a Psychic attack for massive damage. Axel attacked next with Thunderbolt for great damage, then Mr. Mime knocked him out with Psychic.
I sent Cadence out next, and Valerie used a Hyper Potion to heal Mr. Mime before Cadence attacked with Magical Leaf for minor damage. I found myself in trouble, and sent Brody out when Mr. Mime used Light Screen once more to increase special defense. I had Brody go underground, and Mr. Mime used Reflect next to increase defense, before Brody struck with Dig for great damage. Mr. Mime attacked with Psychic after that for minor damage.
I found that Brody could take the attack without much difficulty, so I had Brody attack with Strength for great damage, and Mr. Mime countered with Psychic for good damage. I had Brody attack once more with Strength, and Mr. Mime was knocked out!
Gabriel grew to Level 47, and there was only one Pokemon left. I switched to Logan while Valerie sent out Sylveon. I used a Hyper Potion to heal Logan, who got hit by Dazzling Gleam for minor damage, and then reflect wore off. Logan struck with Venoshock next, and it did great damage, then Sylveon countered with Dazzling Gleam once more for minor damage. Logan kept up the attack with Venoshock, and it did massive damage to knock Sylveon out and win the battle!
Cadence grew to Level 46, and learned Moon Blast in place of Fairy Wind, and Jack also grew to Level 46. After the battle, Valerie handed me the Fairy Badge, which would allow me control of Pokemon up to Level 80, and she also handed over TM99 (Dazzling Gleam) as well. She talked about the designs of her dresses, telling me they were like that because she always wanted to be a Pokemon, but admitted that she found the only time she feels truly at one with Pokemon is when she's in a battle.
I left the Laverre Gym, proud of my team and feeling a newfound respect for Fairy-Type Pokemon after the difficulty I had beating her. I heard someone calling to me when I left, and I found Shauna and Trevor there to greet me. Shauna told me she and Trevor were going to go to the Poke' Ball Factory, and asked that I come with them.
I went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team, and I taught Dazzling Gleam to Cadence in place of Magical Leaf before I decided to call it a day. I would have to check out the Poke' Ball Factory later.
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, LV. 46)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 47)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 46)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 46)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 46)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 45)
Laverre City was called "The city of otherworldly dreams" according to the sign there, and then I visited the Laverre Boutique where I bought a nice black v-neck t-shirt, and I went to the Pokemon Center to change my outfit with the black hat I had bought the other week as well. With a new style going on, I left the Pokemon Center again to explore the city further.
I received TM41 (Torment) from a kid before I went into a house to meet some of the other people living there. I didn't find much there, so I left and talked to a man at the nearby gate after that and received a Poke' Doll from him. I continued through the town, and received a Gengarite from a Hex Girl, then I did a bit more exploring.
I relaxed at a cafe there at the north side of the city, then I decided I would go to the Laverre Gym, which was an old building built inside of a mushroom-covered tree.
My team consisted of:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 45)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 46)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 45)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 45)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 45)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 45)
I was told by the Gym Guide that the Laverre Gym was a Fairy-Type Gym, and that I needed to make my way around the brightly-colored gym with warp panels. I went right, and found myself in another room of this fairy-tale designed Gym.
The first room I found myself in was a sewing room with fabrics, books, and shelves where someone would design dresses. I took another warp panel and found myself in a bathroom. I continued on and found myself in a study where I finally met with a Trainer. I got into a quick battle and won, and I continued on.
I found myself in some kind of living room where another Trainer stood there waiting for me. We had a short battle, and Logan grew to Level 46, then I continued onto another warp panel. I went back a couple times through the panels I tried, then after a time I found myself in another room, some kind of dressing room it seemed.
There was nobody there, so I continued on, and found a kitchen and dining room where I managed to sneak by a Trainer, before I got onto another warp panel and reached a bedroom. I got into another battle with another Trainer here, and through the battle Brody grew to Level 46. I continued on, and finally found the Gym Leader.
I went up to her, and the Gym Leader introduced herself as Valerie. She spoke of the surprising strength of Fairy-Type Pokemon, and then we battled.
I sent out Logan against her Mawile, and he struck with Petal Dance for massive damage, before it countered with Crunch for minor damage. Logan struck again with Petal Dance, being locked into the attack, and it knocked out Mawile before Logan grew confused.
I kept Logan in the fight when Mr. Mime was sent out, and while though he was confused Logan managed to attack with Venoshock for massive damage that left Mr. Mime deep in the red, and then Mr. Mime used Light Screen to increase it's special defense. Valerie used a Hyper Potion after that, and Logan was still confused and hurt himself. I had Logan try again, but he hurt himself once more before he got hit by Pschic for massive damage.
I switched over to Gabriel, who received a Psychic attack for great damage. I had Gabriel go high, and Mr. Mime used Reflect to increase defense before Fly struck for good damage, then it used Psychic to do massive damage to Gabriel. I decided to switch to Axel, who took a Psychic attack for massive damage. Axel attacked next with Thunderbolt for great damage, then Mr. Mime knocked him out with Psychic.
I sent Cadence out next, and Valerie used a Hyper Potion to heal Mr. Mime before Cadence attacked with Magical Leaf for minor damage. I found myself in trouble, and sent Brody out when Mr. Mime used Light Screen once more to increase special defense. I had Brody go underground, and Mr. Mime used Reflect next to increase defense, before Brody struck with Dig for great damage. Mr. Mime attacked with Psychic after that for minor damage.
I found that Brody could take the attack without much difficulty, so I had Brody attack with Strength for great damage, and Mr. Mime countered with Psychic for good damage. I had Brody attack once more with Strength, and Mr. Mime was knocked out!
Gabriel grew to Level 47, and there was only one Pokemon left. I switched to Logan while Valerie sent out Sylveon. I used a Hyper Potion to heal Logan, who got hit by Dazzling Gleam for minor damage, and then reflect wore off. Logan struck with Venoshock next, and it did great damage, then Sylveon countered with Dazzling Gleam once more for minor damage. Logan kept up the attack with Venoshock, and it did massive damage to knock Sylveon out and win the battle!
Cadence grew to Level 46, and learned Moon Blast in place of Fairy Wind, and Jack also grew to Level 46. After the battle, Valerie handed me the Fairy Badge, which would allow me control of Pokemon up to Level 80, and she also handed over TM99 (Dazzling Gleam) as well. She talked about the designs of her dresses, telling me they were like that because she always wanted to be a Pokemon, but admitted that she found the only time she feels truly at one with Pokemon is when she's in a battle.
I left the Laverre Gym, proud of my team and feeling a newfound respect for Fairy-Type Pokemon after the difficulty I had beating her. I heard someone calling to me when I left, and I found Shauna and Trevor there to greet me. Shauna told me she and Trevor were going to go to the Poke' Ball Factory, and asked that I come with them.
I went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team, and I taught Dazzling Gleam to Cadence in place of Magical Leaf before I decided to call it a day. I would have to check out the Poke' Ball Factory later.
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, LV. 46)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 47)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 46)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 46)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 46)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 45)
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Pokemon Y - Going to Laverre City
I headed north through the gate to Route 14, and I couldn't even get past the stone steps before I heard Trevor calling to me from further north. He stood by Serena, and told me that they were comparing their Pokedex entries. Trevor won the comparison between them, but I saw more Pokemon in the Kalos Mountain Region than he did.
Serena wanted a battle after that, and she sent out Meowstic while I sent out Logan against it. I suspected it was an Ice-Type Pokemon, and I switched out to Gabriel, who took a hit but burned Meowstic thanks to his ability. Gabriel struck with Flame Charge for great damage, then Meowstic countered with Psychic for great damage, then it got hurt by burn. Gabriel struck with another Flame Charge for great damage, and it attacked with Disarming Voice for minor damage before it was knocked out by it's burn.
Logan grew to Level 44, and then I sent Cadence out against Serena's Absol. Absol attacked with Quick Attack for minor damage, then Cadence attacked with Fairy Wind for massive damage. Cadence attacked with Fairy Wind once more, and Absol was knocked out.
Gabriel grew to Level 45, and Jack grew to Level 44, then I sent Gabriel out against Serena's last Pokemon, Chesnaught. Gabriel attacked with Flame Charge for great damage, then it countered with Seed Bomb for minor damage. Gabriel struck next with Acrobatics, and it did massive damage to knock out Chesnaught. Cadence grew to Level 44, and the battle was won.
Shauna came by, and complimented us on having an intense battle. She asked where Tierno was, and Trevor told her that he was at the Fighting dojo. Tierno came by quickly, telling us he lost track of time during a sparring dance. Serena asked him if he found any good Pokemon for his dance team, and he told us that he did, that he was very close to his ideal dance team. I was glad he had managed to get something worthwhile done on his journey thus far, as he seemed to be the least capable of the bunch.
Shauna told us we should all go to the scary house, by Laverre City, which Trevor thought was just a rumor, but Shauna was determined to find out if it was real. Serena said she'd pass, sure it was just a rumor. She went north, and Trevor and Tierno followed, and Shauna started on, before she asked why I was traveling. She said that everyone is working really hard at what they want to do, but told me that she's just all about memories, goofing around. She left after that, and I went back to Lumiose City to heal my team before I went north.
I quickly got into a battle with a Pokemon Ranger, and Axel grew to Level 44. I found a Big Mushroom nearby, then I wandered over to some tall grass where I found a new Pokemon, Goomy, but it was knocked out by Axel after escaping a couple Pokeballs. Brody grew to Level 45, and I looked around for another.
After some time I found another Goomy (Dragon, Female, Lv. 30) and after a time I finally caught it. It took some effort to catch it, but I had another new Pokemon. I went through the marsh and found a Cleanse Tag, then I got into another battle with another Pokemon Ranger. It went quickly, and then I got into another battle with a Hex Girl.
I beat the Hex Girl and continued through the marsh to get into another battle with another Pokemon Ranger, and through the battle Logan grew to Level 45, and learned Synthesis in place of Leech Seed, and Gabriel grew to Level 46. I got TM06 (Toxic) from a Hex Girl nearby, then I got into a battle with another Trainer, and Axel grew to Level 45. I grabbed TM61 (Will-O-Wisp) nearby before I continued north.
I was spotted by Shauna, who ledt me off the main path to find a spooky house. Trevor and Tierno were both there as well, and Trevor suggested we go inside, though Tierno was scared of the house. Shauna and Trevor were both eager to go inside, and I figured I'd check it out too. We found a man inside, who told us a story.
He told us it was a dark and stormy night many years ago when he arrived at this house while lost. He said the lights wouldn't turn on, so he looked around the house and found his way to the kitchen with no sign of anyone there. He said he opened the fridge, and a faint light leaked out, and he could make out his surroundings.
It was in the light that he saw the faint outline of a man huddling in the corner of the room, and he tried to tell the man that he was lost and hoping he could stay until morning, but when he approached the man screamed "Stay back!" He apologized, and asked if the man could help him, but the man shouted "I'm not talking to you!"
He was surprised, and the man asked him "Can't you see them? Behind you! A horde of faceless men!" He asked for a tip after that creepy story, and everyone was confused that he was charging us for a story. He told us that even haunted houses aren't free, and I gave him a small tip before we all left.
Everyone left, and I continued north to finally reach Laverre City. I went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team, and decided to call it a day.
Current Team:
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 45)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 45)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 45)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 45)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 45)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 46)
Serena wanted a battle after that, and she sent out Meowstic while I sent out Logan against it. I suspected it was an Ice-Type Pokemon, and I switched out to Gabriel, who took a hit but burned Meowstic thanks to his ability. Gabriel struck with Flame Charge for great damage, then Meowstic countered with Psychic for great damage, then it got hurt by burn. Gabriel struck with another Flame Charge for great damage, and it attacked with Disarming Voice for minor damage before it was knocked out by it's burn.
Logan grew to Level 44, and then I sent Cadence out against Serena's Absol. Absol attacked with Quick Attack for minor damage, then Cadence attacked with Fairy Wind for massive damage. Cadence attacked with Fairy Wind once more, and Absol was knocked out.
Gabriel grew to Level 45, and Jack grew to Level 44, then I sent Gabriel out against Serena's last Pokemon, Chesnaught. Gabriel attacked with Flame Charge for great damage, then it countered with Seed Bomb for minor damage. Gabriel struck next with Acrobatics, and it did massive damage to knock out Chesnaught. Cadence grew to Level 44, and the battle was won.
Shauna came by, and complimented us on having an intense battle. She asked where Tierno was, and Trevor told her that he was at the Fighting dojo. Tierno came by quickly, telling us he lost track of time during a sparring dance. Serena asked him if he found any good Pokemon for his dance team, and he told us that he did, that he was very close to his ideal dance team. I was glad he had managed to get something worthwhile done on his journey thus far, as he seemed to be the least capable of the bunch.
Shauna told us we should all go to the scary house, by Laverre City, which Trevor thought was just a rumor, but Shauna was determined to find out if it was real. Serena said she'd pass, sure it was just a rumor. She went north, and Trevor and Tierno followed, and Shauna started on, before she asked why I was traveling. She said that everyone is working really hard at what they want to do, but told me that she's just all about memories, goofing around. She left after that, and I went back to Lumiose City to heal my team before I went north.
I quickly got into a battle with a Pokemon Ranger, and Axel grew to Level 44. I found a Big Mushroom nearby, then I wandered over to some tall grass where I found a new Pokemon, Goomy, but it was knocked out by Axel after escaping a couple Pokeballs. Brody grew to Level 45, and I looked around for another.
After some time I found another Goomy (Dragon, Female, Lv. 30) and after a time I finally caught it. It took some effort to catch it, but I had another new Pokemon. I went through the marsh and found a Cleanse Tag, then I got into another battle with another Pokemon Ranger. It went quickly, and then I got into another battle with a Hex Girl.
I beat the Hex Girl and continued through the marsh to get into another battle with another Pokemon Ranger, and through the battle Logan grew to Level 45, and learned Synthesis in place of Leech Seed, and Gabriel grew to Level 46. I got TM06 (Toxic) from a Hex Girl nearby, then I got into a battle with another Trainer, and Axel grew to Level 45. I grabbed TM61 (Will-O-Wisp) nearby before I continued north.
I was spotted by Shauna, who ledt me off the main path to find a spooky house. Trevor and Tierno were both there as well, and Trevor suggested we go inside, though Tierno was scared of the house. Shauna and Trevor were both eager to go inside, and I figured I'd check it out too. We found a man inside, who told us a story.
He told us it was a dark and stormy night many years ago when he arrived at this house while lost. He said the lights wouldn't turn on, so he looked around the house and found his way to the kitchen with no sign of anyone there. He said he opened the fridge, and a faint light leaked out, and he could make out his surroundings.
It was in the light that he saw the faint outline of a man huddling in the corner of the room, and he tried to tell the man that he was lost and hoping he could stay until morning, but when he approached the man screamed "Stay back!" He apologized, and asked if the man could help him, but the man shouted "I'm not talking to you!"
He was surprised, and the man asked him "Can't you see them? Behind you! A horde of faceless men!" He asked for a tip after that creepy story, and everyone was confused that he was charging us for a story. He told us that even haunted houses aren't free, and I gave him a small tip before we all left.
Everyone left, and I continued north to finally reach Laverre City. I went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team, and decided to call it a day.
Current Team:
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 45)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 45)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 45)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 45)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 45)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 46)
Monday, September 14, 2015
Pokemon Y - Exploring Lumiose City
I wandered around Lumiose City for a bit, and I found a couple Skaters who taught me new moves, one being a "Drift-and-Dash" and the other being a backflip I could perform off of ledges. I also found a nice little shop offered baked goods called Lumiose Galettes, and I bought one and received a free Moomoo Milk to go with it.
I found a couple Trainers willing to battle as I wandered around the maze-like city, one being lost by a cafe and others just standing around in alleyways. I defeated them all, and through the battles Axel, Cadence, and Logan all grew to Level 43, and Brody grew to Level 44. I also received an Elixir from a Beauty that I defeated, which was a pleasant surprise.
I went to the northern Pokemon Center and healed my team, then I decided to look up a map of Lumiose City so that I could best explore this massive, winding city. I went into Hotel Richissime on North Boulevard, and found Mr. Bonding, and he gave me Bargain Power Lv. 1 which would allow me to more cheaply purchase items at Poke' Marts. This seemed like it would be very useful for what I had heard of acquiring Style Points in Lumiose City.
I talked to people in the lobby, and spoke with some members of the staff. I was surprised when one of them offered me a job there, and I accepted for some quick cash. I could chose to do Room Service, make beds, or work Lost and Found. I decided to work Room Service. I met with the concierge, Stew, and he told me that he wanted me to correctly remember guests' orders. I soon got a call at the desk, and the guest placed an order for Mild Iapapa Berry Stroganoff, Sludge Wave style, and I gave Stew the order.
The woman at the desk told me my work was perfect after the guest was absolutely thrilled with getting their order, and I received $2000 for my work. After that I decided to explore the hotel floor by floor, and talk with the guests staying there. One of the guests was an odd girl who wanted to listen to the elevator, and another guest on the top floor gave me TM49 (Echoed Voice), but there was little else to see at that point so after that I went back down to the lobby to leave.
My next stop was the Lumiose Museum, which stored much beautiful artwork free to view, but I decided to spend some cash on an audio guide so I could learn more of the artwork. I went to the right and found several paintings that were part of a set, all depicting scenery that inspired overseas artists while they were visiting Kalos.
I went to the left after that and looked at more artwork, which depicted scenes of other regions, which included Sinnoh's Battle Frontier, Unova's Castelia City, and Johto's Ecruteak City. I decided to talk to some of the people there who were admiring the artwork, and one of them gave me TM82 (Dragon Tail).
I headed up to the next floor after that, where I found some lovely artwork of people interacting with Pokemon. One was of Mr. Briney and his Wingull, Peeko, both of whom I had met when I started my journey in Hoenn. I went to the right side of the second floor, and found artwork depicting the marvels of engineering that were the Kalos Power Plant and the Pokeball Factory, all four part of a series focused on technology in Kalos.
I went to the top floor, and checked out the artwork to the right which seemed to depict historical Kalos in different styles. The artwork was interesting, but nothing really stood out to note except for one of a portrait of royalty that requested the artist add Mew to the picture to make him seem more regal.
I went to the left side of the top floor and found a few pieces of artwork that depicted various subjects. One of the pieces was about the Battle Subway of Unova, featuring a couple Trainers and their pokemon battling it out on a speeding subway train, while another featured a Trainer and his Pokemon finding a fossil in the Sinnoh Underground. I felt myself missing the underground and the excitement of finding new items and fossils, and building up my own secret base.
I left the museum after that, and referred to the map I found to see more of the city. I went along North Boulevard and found Cafe Ultimo, a place for Super Training fanatics. The people there described Super Training to me, and it seemed like I would need to do some research on this Super Training if I wanted to make my ultimate team.
I found Cafe Action nearby, which was apparently for those who were fanatical about Trainer PR Videos. One of the people there gave me a new text style, but there wasn't much else to do there. I had remade my own Trainer PR video and set it to my favorites the night before, so that I could have something good to show.
I left the cafe and went into another building nearby. I was given a Star Piece from a scientist who was there as thanks for letting her see Cadence. I went up in the elevator and talked with people on the second floor who were working in cubicles, and most of them were predictably annoyed at having to work on such a lovely day. I went up to the fourth floor and talked with more people who were working up there, and I received a Prism Scale from a little girl.
I left the building and looked to my map to see where I was and what else I could do. I quickly found the Battle Institute, which would give me Battle Points and prizes based on how skilled I was battling against five Trainers in a row. It seemed that I would have to become the Champion to even attempt a test though, so I left soon after.
I found Cafe Bataille and went inside, and was told it was a cafe for Trainers dedicated to Pokemon Battles. I saw four Black Belts along the wall, and I talked with each of them to get very useful advice on Abilities and moves that Pokemon can use and how they could work in my favor.
I went down Autumnal Avenue and found several places to explore, the first of which being the Poke' Ball Botique. I talked to the people inside and received Heal Balls from one girl before I talked with the lady working at the counter. I had heard that getting lots of style points was as easy as buying lots of the Premier Balls which were sold there for a good price, but I would have to buy them one at a time.
I sold the Star Piece I had for almost $5000, and I started buying up a bunch of Premier Balls, one at a time, until I had 20 of them in my bag. I thought that would be enough to get into Botique Couture, which was the only reason I wanted to increase my Style to begin with. I went ahead and bought a few Dusk Balls while I was at it, for later use, then I left.
I went into nearby Cafe Pokemon-Amie, which was for Trainers who dedicated themselves to Pokemon-Amie. Pokemon-Amie is a system that allows a Trainer to play with their Pokemon and grow closer through fun activities. While I did spot a new Pokemon in the cafe, there wasn't much for me to do there, so I left and continued to explore.
I found Restaurant Le Yeah nearby, a two-star restaurant which featured Triple Battles, four in a row, and at the end of each battle I would eat a different course of my meal. I didn't feel like going through all that at this time, because it still seemed like I had a lot to explore, but I knew I would have to come back later.
The next place I found was the Juice Shoppe, which offered either premium Berry Juice or fresh-made Berry Juice created from my own stock of berries. I did a bit of research and found out that depending on what Berries I selected I could create juices that would alter the growth of my Pokemon, and I wasn't exactly interested in trying to figure all that out.
I continued exploring and found myself in Rogue Alley where I spotted a vacant storefront that was recently rented out, though the renter had not gotten there yet. I left there and also found Sushi High Roller, but the bouncer wouldn't let me in unless I got famous, because it was a restaurant for VIPs only.
I continued on to Hibernal Avenue, and first checked out Cafe Kizuna, which seemed to be a Cafe popular with people who had strong friendships with Pokemon. I left the cafe and went next door to Restaurant Le Wow, which was only open to Trainers who were as strong as the Champion.
I went to Jaune Alley and found an apartment there, which I discovered was the home of Trevor. It turned out that his parents were Pokemon Trainers who were out in the world training their Pokemon, and it seemed they left Trevor and his siblings there in Kalos.
I next visited Vert Alley, and got into a battle with a Punk Girl, though it only took Logan one attack to win the battle. I visited Cafe Cyclone after that, which didn't seem to have a focus to it. I heard a poem, saw someone put on a costume, and met a poor Furfrou who wanted to get a proper grooming. I tipped them all and left for new sights.
Finally I reached Estival Avenue, the last road I needed to visit. I went to the Loto-ID Center, which had a daily lotto ticket number to be matched to your Pokemon's ID number. I didn't win, but I knew I could keep coming back for the chance of getting some good items.
I checked out Cafe Rouleau after that, a place for Roller Skaters like myself to gather. It was there I learned my last trick, "the 360" which I could use to spin off a ramp. I left there to check out the last cafe in the city, Cafe Gallant, which seemed almost empty of customers but seemed to employ only men.
I ended my exploration of Lumiose City with a visit to Lumiose Press, the major newspaper publisher of Lumiose City. I was told by a woman in the office that the editor-in-chief had been gone for a long time, and that she left a note on the desk. The memo on the desk said she'd be away to pursue the Mythical Pokemon, and that she would first go deep into the mountains.
I met up with the woman who gave me the Exp. Share, the journalist Alexa, and she told me that while she would go around the world for news that her focus was Lumiose City. Alexa told me that she knew everything about the city, and offered to tell me about all of Lumiose's hottest spots upon request.
Before I would call it a day, I decided to go to the Boutique Couture and see if I could even get in, and to my pleasant surprise I was allowed to shop there. The shop had two floors, the first floor dedicated to women's clothing and the second floor dedicated to men's clothing. They had some great styles I was interested in purchasing, but I didn't have the cash necessary to purchase what I wanted.
I went to a nearby Pokemon Center to heal my team, and called it a day. I spent enough time sightseeing, it was time to get back to my journey!
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 43)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 43)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 43)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 43)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 44)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 44)
I found a couple Trainers willing to battle as I wandered around the maze-like city, one being lost by a cafe and others just standing around in alleyways. I defeated them all, and through the battles Axel, Cadence, and Logan all grew to Level 43, and Brody grew to Level 44. I also received an Elixir from a Beauty that I defeated, which was a pleasant surprise.
I went to the northern Pokemon Center and healed my team, then I decided to look up a map of Lumiose City so that I could best explore this massive, winding city. I went into Hotel Richissime on North Boulevard, and found Mr. Bonding, and he gave me Bargain Power Lv. 1 which would allow me to more cheaply purchase items at Poke' Marts. This seemed like it would be very useful for what I had heard of acquiring Style Points in Lumiose City.
I talked to people in the lobby, and spoke with some members of the staff. I was surprised when one of them offered me a job there, and I accepted for some quick cash. I could chose to do Room Service, make beds, or work Lost and Found. I decided to work Room Service. I met with the concierge, Stew, and he told me that he wanted me to correctly remember guests' orders. I soon got a call at the desk, and the guest placed an order for Mild Iapapa Berry Stroganoff, Sludge Wave style, and I gave Stew the order.
The woman at the desk told me my work was perfect after the guest was absolutely thrilled with getting their order, and I received $2000 for my work. After that I decided to explore the hotel floor by floor, and talk with the guests staying there. One of the guests was an odd girl who wanted to listen to the elevator, and another guest on the top floor gave me TM49 (Echoed Voice), but there was little else to see at that point so after that I went back down to the lobby to leave.
My next stop was the Lumiose Museum, which stored much beautiful artwork free to view, but I decided to spend some cash on an audio guide so I could learn more of the artwork. I went to the right and found several paintings that were part of a set, all depicting scenery that inspired overseas artists while they were visiting Kalos.
I went to the left after that and looked at more artwork, which depicted scenes of other regions, which included Sinnoh's Battle Frontier, Unova's Castelia City, and Johto's Ecruteak City. I decided to talk to some of the people there who were admiring the artwork, and one of them gave me TM82 (Dragon Tail).
I headed up to the next floor after that, where I found some lovely artwork of people interacting with Pokemon. One was of Mr. Briney and his Wingull, Peeko, both of whom I had met when I started my journey in Hoenn. I went to the right side of the second floor, and found artwork depicting the marvels of engineering that were the Kalos Power Plant and the Pokeball Factory, all four part of a series focused on technology in Kalos.
I went to the top floor, and checked out the artwork to the right which seemed to depict historical Kalos in different styles. The artwork was interesting, but nothing really stood out to note except for one of a portrait of royalty that requested the artist add Mew to the picture to make him seem more regal.
I went to the left side of the top floor and found a few pieces of artwork that depicted various subjects. One of the pieces was about the Battle Subway of Unova, featuring a couple Trainers and their pokemon battling it out on a speeding subway train, while another featured a Trainer and his Pokemon finding a fossil in the Sinnoh Underground. I felt myself missing the underground and the excitement of finding new items and fossils, and building up my own secret base.
I left the museum after that, and referred to the map I found to see more of the city. I went along North Boulevard and found Cafe Ultimo, a place for Super Training fanatics. The people there described Super Training to me, and it seemed like I would need to do some research on this Super Training if I wanted to make my ultimate team.
I found Cafe Action nearby, which was apparently for those who were fanatical about Trainer PR Videos. One of the people there gave me a new text style, but there wasn't much else to do there. I had remade my own Trainer PR video and set it to my favorites the night before, so that I could have something good to show.
I left the cafe and went into another building nearby. I was given a Star Piece from a scientist who was there as thanks for letting her see Cadence. I went up in the elevator and talked with people on the second floor who were working in cubicles, and most of them were predictably annoyed at having to work on such a lovely day. I went up to the fourth floor and talked with more people who were working up there, and I received a Prism Scale from a little girl.
I left the building and looked to my map to see where I was and what else I could do. I quickly found the Battle Institute, which would give me Battle Points and prizes based on how skilled I was battling against five Trainers in a row. It seemed that I would have to become the Champion to even attempt a test though, so I left soon after.
I found Cafe Bataille and went inside, and was told it was a cafe for Trainers dedicated to Pokemon Battles. I saw four Black Belts along the wall, and I talked with each of them to get very useful advice on Abilities and moves that Pokemon can use and how they could work in my favor.
I went down Autumnal Avenue and found several places to explore, the first of which being the Poke' Ball Botique. I talked to the people inside and received Heal Balls from one girl before I talked with the lady working at the counter. I had heard that getting lots of style points was as easy as buying lots of the Premier Balls which were sold there for a good price, but I would have to buy them one at a time.
I sold the Star Piece I had for almost $5000, and I started buying up a bunch of Premier Balls, one at a time, until I had 20 of them in my bag. I thought that would be enough to get into Botique Couture, which was the only reason I wanted to increase my Style to begin with. I went ahead and bought a few Dusk Balls while I was at it, for later use, then I left.
I went into nearby Cafe Pokemon-Amie, which was for Trainers who dedicated themselves to Pokemon-Amie. Pokemon-Amie is a system that allows a Trainer to play with their Pokemon and grow closer through fun activities. While I did spot a new Pokemon in the cafe, there wasn't much for me to do there, so I left and continued to explore.
I found Restaurant Le Yeah nearby, a two-star restaurant which featured Triple Battles, four in a row, and at the end of each battle I would eat a different course of my meal. I didn't feel like going through all that at this time, because it still seemed like I had a lot to explore, but I knew I would have to come back later.
The next place I found was the Juice Shoppe, which offered either premium Berry Juice or fresh-made Berry Juice created from my own stock of berries. I did a bit of research and found out that depending on what Berries I selected I could create juices that would alter the growth of my Pokemon, and I wasn't exactly interested in trying to figure all that out.
I continued exploring and found myself in Rogue Alley where I spotted a vacant storefront that was recently rented out, though the renter had not gotten there yet. I left there and also found Sushi High Roller, but the bouncer wouldn't let me in unless I got famous, because it was a restaurant for VIPs only.
I continued on to Hibernal Avenue, and first checked out Cafe Kizuna, which seemed to be a Cafe popular with people who had strong friendships with Pokemon. I left the cafe and went next door to Restaurant Le Wow, which was only open to Trainers who were as strong as the Champion.
I went to Jaune Alley and found an apartment there, which I discovered was the home of Trevor. It turned out that his parents were Pokemon Trainers who were out in the world training their Pokemon, and it seemed they left Trevor and his siblings there in Kalos.
I next visited Vert Alley, and got into a battle with a Punk Girl, though it only took Logan one attack to win the battle. I visited Cafe Cyclone after that, which didn't seem to have a focus to it. I heard a poem, saw someone put on a costume, and met a poor Furfrou who wanted to get a proper grooming. I tipped them all and left for new sights.
Finally I reached Estival Avenue, the last road I needed to visit. I went to the Loto-ID Center, which had a daily lotto ticket number to be matched to your Pokemon's ID number. I didn't win, but I knew I could keep coming back for the chance of getting some good items.
I checked out Cafe Rouleau after that, a place for Roller Skaters like myself to gather. It was there I learned my last trick, "the 360" which I could use to spin off a ramp. I left there to check out the last cafe in the city, Cafe Gallant, which seemed almost empty of customers but seemed to employ only men.
I ended my exploration of Lumiose City with a visit to Lumiose Press, the major newspaper publisher of Lumiose City. I was told by a woman in the office that the editor-in-chief had been gone for a long time, and that she left a note on the desk. The memo on the desk said she'd be away to pursue the Mythical Pokemon, and that she would first go deep into the mountains.
I met up with the woman who gave me the Exp. Share, the journalist Alexa, and she told me that while she would go around the world for news that her focus was Lumiose City. Alexa told me that she knew everything about the city, and offered to tell me about all of Lumiose's hottest spots upon request.
Before I would call it a day, I decided to go to the Boutique Couture and see if I could even get in, and to my pleasant surprise I was allowed to shop there. The shop had two floors, the first floor dedicated to women's clothing and the second floor dedicated to men's clothing. They had some great styles I was interested in purchasing, but I didn't have the cash necessary to purchase what I wanted.
I went to a nearby Pokemon Center to heal my team, and called it a day. I spent enough time sightseeing, it was time to get back to my journey!
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 43)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 43)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 43)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 43)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 44)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 44)
Sunday, September 13, 2015
Pokemon Y - The Lumiose Gym and Lysandre Cafe
I headed toward the central tower in Lumiose City, called Prism Tower, and I noticed a Gym logo on the tower, just above what looked like a large doorway. I met up with Shauna there, and she pointed out a boy standing at this doorway. She told me his name was Clemont, and that he was the Lumiose City Gym Leader. She went on to explain that he's an inventor who has apparently created many different things. I also found out that she and Clemont were friends.
I watched as Clemont and a little girl stood by the tower, the former checking out the lighting circuit to make sure it was in working order. The girl noticed Shauna there, and called out to her, wondering if she was a challenger, and asked her to wait a moment. She demanded that Clemont hurry up, and he was soon ready to light up the tower. I watched as he activated the lighting system, and the Prism Tower suddenly glowed brightly, lights activating from the bottom to the top.
Shauna commented on feeling entranced, and told me she was happy to share another great memory with me. Meanwhile, Clemont was happy to see his Prism Tower lighting system working just as well as all his other inventions, but the girl (I assumed to be his sister) wasn't impressed. She reminded him that challengers were waiting for him, and then she told Shauna and I that Prism Tower itself is Lumiose City's Pokemon Gym, which I was surprised by.
The two went inside, and Shauna admired his inventions. She told me she had been given an invention of his that solves puzzles, but told me that it always feels like a shame to use it, and so she hasn't yet. She wished me luck at the Gym, and I was free to take on the challenge.
My team consisted of:
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 41)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 42)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 41)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 42)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 41)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 43)
I was informed by the Gym Guide that the Lumiose Gym was focused on Electric-Type Pokemon, and that it was also known as a quiz gym. I wondered what he meant by that, but he wouldn't elaborate further. I found myself wishing that Brody knew more Ground-Type moves than just Dig, but it would have to do. At least Logan was resistant to Electric-Type moves because of being a Grass-Type Pokemon.
The bottom floor was a place with blue and green lights flashing on the walls, and glowing white panels on the floors. There was also a central pillar at the center with doors, and I talked to a couple sightseers before I went to the pillar and headed up.
I went up to the next floor, and found a room with three doors, a small stage, and a screen on the wall. The room lit up and Trainers came out of the doors, while the little girl from before greeted me at the stage. She introduced herself as Bonnie, and told me that she was in fact Clemont's sister. She advised me to step on a panel ahead of me.
I was quizzed on Pokemon, having to name the Pokemon that was outlined. The picture was of a Pikachu like Axel, and I went to door 3 to battle the Trainer there. The Trainer's Dedenne went down fairly quickly, and Logan and Cadence grew to Level 42. I went into the elevator, ans was told my answer was correct, and I headed up to the next floor.
On the next floor I was shown the outline of a Fletchling, like Gabriel was when I first caught him. I went to door 1 and gave Brody a Lucky Egg before I battled the Trainer there. The Trainer's Raichu went down with a single Dig attack, and Brody grew to Level 42, and I taught him Bounce in place of Agility. My answer was correct, and I moved on.
I stepped forward for another quiz, and I saw a picture of one of the elemental monkey Pokemon, which looked to be Panpour. I went to door 3 and battled the Trainer there, who had an Ampharos, and his Pokemon went down after a short battle. Diggersby was paralyzed by the Ampharos' Static ability, and I went into the elevator and was told that my answer was correct.
I went up to the next floor, and healed Brody of his paralysis and gave him a Potion before I stepped forward to see an outline of Butterfree, and another Kalos Bug/Flying-Type Pokemon I believed to be named Vivillion, and then another Bug/Flying-Type Pokemon I recognized as another that originated from Sinnoh, though I couldn't remember the name.
She asked me which one was Vivillion, and choose which of the doors I believed would be the answer. I was sure it was door 2, and got into another battle. The Trainer's Plusle went down with one Strength attack, and Brody grew to Level 43. I went into the elevator and found that I was correct, and I went up to face the Gym Leader.
I took the Lucky Egg from Brody so he wouldn't go too far ahead of the others, and I stepped forward to confront Clemont. I stepped onto the stage that he was standing on, and he thanked me for coming before his sister, Bonnie, introduced him formally. She warned me that her brother was strong, and Clemont pulled her aside to tell her that strength of the Trainers had nothing to do with anything, that we were only here because of the strength of our Pokemon.
The battle started with Clemont popping a couple mechanical arms from his backpack, and he sent out Emolga while I sent Brody out against it. Emolga used Aerial Ace for good damage before Brody countered with Strength for great damage. Emolga used another Aerial Ace for good damage before Brody knocked it out with Strength.
Heliolisk was sent out next, and I kept Brody in the fight. Heliolisk used Quick Attack for good damage, then Brody burrowed underground. Brody avoided a Quick Attack, and then struck with Dig to knock Heliolisk out.
Jack grew to Level 43, and then I sent Gabriel out to fight against the last Pokemon, Magneton. Gabriel struck with Flame Charge for massive damage, but it clung on to use Electric Terrain which made electricity flow through the ground. The move seemed to do nothing, and I had Gabriel attack with Flame Charge once more for great damage which knocked out Magneton. Gabriel grew to Level 44, and learned Acrobatics in place of Razor Wind.
The battle was won, and when Bonnie was shocked at her brother's loss, Clemont told her that there's no shame in losing. He told her that he's glad whenever he gets to learn something new thanks to strong challengers like myself. With that, Clemont handed me the Voltage Badge, which would allow me to control Pokemon up to Level 70. Clemont also handed over TM24 (Thunderbolt) as well.
Clemont got irritated with Bonnie when she told me about the move, apparently regularly interrupted by his sister because of her youthful energy, though he didn't seem like he was much older than she was. He told me that his desire was to enjoy every day to the fullest with his Pokemon while doing the science that he loves with his inventing.
- - -
I left the gym, and received a Holo Clip from Professor Sycamore. He wanted to talk with me for a bit, and asked that I come to the Lysandre Cafe, which was located by the Pokemon Center by Prism Tower. He said it was the red Cafe, and that I could hop into a taxi if I couldn't find it.
I went around Centrico Plaza and found a Photo Spot and got a picture of myself in front of Prism Tower. I found myself desperately wishing that Lumiose City had it's own map on my device, but I made my way to the Magenta Plaza, and quickly found the Lysandre Cafe. I saw Professor Sycamore and Lysandre there talking, and Sycamore called me over.
I made my way to them inside this red cafe, and Sycamore told me they were having a conversation about Mega Evolution. Lysandre congratulated me and told me that he wished he too could use Mega Evolution. Sycamore revealed to me that Lysandre is of royal ancestry, descended from the king's younger brother. He admitted though that because the story was 3,000 years old it might not be entirely reliable.
Sycamore asked if I knew where the Holo Caster is made, to which I told him no, I didn't, and he said that they're made in Lysandre's lab. He touted Lysandre qualities, and said that he supports Trainers and Pokemon research with some profits from the Holo Caster. Lysandre told me that people could be divided into two groups, those who give and those who take. He said it was just as the Kalos region's two Legendary Pokemon gave life and took life.
Lysandre continued, telling me he wanted to be the kind of person who gives, but said that in this world some foolish humans exist who would show show their strength by taking what isn't theirs. He denounced those people as filth, and told me about the king of Kalos who wanted to take everything for his own, and how in that greed he created a terrible weapon which unleashed a fire of destruction.
Lysandre said that Kalos was currently beautiful, and that there would be no foolish actions if the number of people and Pokemon don't increase. He continued on to say that the future isn't decided, and said that you can't be sure that each day will be like the one before. Lysandre did have something good to say of the king though, that while his actions were reprehensible that the ultimate weapon DID manage to wash the world clean of that era's filth.
Lysandre gave me a King's Rock and thanked me for listening, and said that the King's Rock was an apology for taking up my time. Lysandre left, leaving Sycamore and I alone with the other patrons. Sycamore commented on Lysandre's passion, like a blazing flame, and wondered if the pride in his lineage is what makes him burn so intensely.
Sycamore told me that what Lysandre says is only one way of looking at things, and that it wasn't necessarily the truth. He told me that what was truly important is the time you spend together with others, and told me to treasure these moments spent traveling the Kalos region with my Pokemon.
I left the Lysandre Cafe, and got another Holo Clip, this time from Trevor. He told me that they were all going to meet on Route 14, and asked that I join them. I would eventually meet up with the others, but I decided I would go to the Pokemon Center to heal my team.
I called it a day, because I knew I would have to explore this huge city before I could continue on. There was so much to see and do, and I wanted to experience it all while I had a break on my journey!
Current Team:
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 42)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 42)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 42)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 43)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 43)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 44)
I watched as Clemont and a little girl stood by the tower, the former checking out the lighting circuit to make sure it was in working order. The girl noticed Shauna there, and called out to her, wondering if she was a challenger, and asked her to wait a moment. She demanded that Clemont hurry up, and he was soon ready to light up the tower. I watched as he activated the lighting system, and the Prism Tower suddenly glowed brightly, lights activating from the bottom to the top.
Shauna commented on feeling entranced, and told me she was happy to share another great memory with me. Meanwhile, Clemont was happy to see his Prism Tower lighting system working just as well as all his other inventions, but the girl (I assumed to be his sister) wasn't impressed. She reminded him that challengers were waiting for him, and then she told Shauna and I that Prism Tower itself is Lumiose City's Pokemon Gym, which I was surprised by.
The two went inside, and Shauna admired his inventions. She told me she had been given an invention of his that solves puzzles, but told me that it always feels like a shame to use it, and so she hasn't yet. She wished me luck at the Gym, and I was free to take on the challenge.
My team consisted of:
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 41)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 42)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 41)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 42)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 41)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 43)
I was informed by the Gym Guide that the Lumiose Gym was focused on Electric-Type Pokemon, and that it was also known as a quiz gym. I wondered what he meant by that, but he wouldn't elaborate further. I found myself wishing that Brody knew more Ground-Type moves than just Dig, but it would have to do. At least Logan was resistant to Electric-Type moves because of being a Grass-Type Pokemon.
The bottom floor was a place with blue and green lights flashing on the walls, and glowing white panels on the floors. There was also a central pillar at the center with doors, and I talked to a couple sightseers before I went to the pillar and headed up.
I went up to the next floor, and found a room with three doors, a small stage, and a screen on the wall. The room lit up and Trainers came out of the doors, while the little girl from before greeted me at the stage. She introduced herself as Bonnie, and told me that she was in fact Clemont's sister. She advised me to step on a panel ahead of me.
I was quizzed on Pokemon, having to name the Pokemon that was outlined. The picture was of a Pikachu like Axel, and I went to door 3 to battle the Trainer there. The Trainer's Dedenne went down fairly quickly, and Logan and Cadence grew to Level 42. I went into the elevator, ans was told my answer was correct, and I headed up to the next floor.
On the next floor I was shown the outline of a Fletchling, like Gabriel was when I first caught him. I went to door 1 and gave Brody a Lucky Egg before I battled the Trainer there. The Trainer's Raichu went down with a single Dig attack, and Brody grew to Level 42, and I taught him Bounce in place of Agility. My answer was correct, and I moved on.
I stepped forward for another quiz, and I saw a picture of one of the elemental monkey Pokemon, which looked to be Panpour. I went to door 3 and battled the Trainer there, who had an Ampharos, and his Pokemon went down after a short battle. Diggersby was paralyzed by the Ampharos' Static ability, and I went into the elevator and was told that my answer was correct.
I went up to the next floor, and healed Brody of his paralysis and gave him a Potion before I stepped forward to see an outline of Butterfree, and another Kalos Bug/Flying-Type Pokemon I believed to be named Vivillion, and then another Bug/Flying-Type Pokemon I recognized as another that originated from Sinnoh, though I couldn't remember the name.
She asked me which one was Vivillion, and choose which of the doors I believed would be the answer. I was sure it was door 2, and got into another battle. The Trainer's Plusle went down with one Strength attack, and Brody grew to Level 43. I went into the elevator and found that I was correct, and I went up to face the Gym Leader.
I took the Lucky Egg from Brody so he wouldn't go too far ahead of the others, and I stepped forward to confront Clemont. I stepped onto the stage that he was standing on, and he thanked me for coming before his sister, Bonnie, introduced him formally. She warned me that her brother was strong, and Clemont pulled her aside to tell her that strength of the Trainers had nothing to do with anything, that we were only here because of the strength of our Pokemon.
The battle started with Clemont popping a couple mechanical arms from his backpack, and he sent out Emolga while I sent Brody out against it. Emolga used Aerial Ace for good damage before Brody countered with Strength for great damage. Emolga used another Aerial Ace for good damage before Brody knocked it out with Strength.
Heliolisk was sent out next, and I kept Brody in the fight. Heliolisk used Quick Attack for good damage, then Brody burrowed underground. Brody avoided a Quick Attack, and then struck with Dig to knock Heliolisk out.
Jack grew to Level 43, and then I sent Gabriel out to fight against the last Pokemon, Magneton. Gabriel struck with Flame Charge for massive damage, but it clung on to use Electric Terrain which made electricity flow through the ground. The move seemed to do nothing, and I had Gabriel attack with Flame Charge once more for great damage which knocked out Magneton. Gabriel grew to Level 44, and learned Acrobatics in place of Razor Wind.
The battle was won, and when Bonnie was shocked at her brother's loss, Clemont told her that there's no shame in losing. He told her that he's glad whenever he gets to learn something new thanks to strong challengers like myself. With that, Clemont handed me the Voltage Badge, which would allow me to control Pokemon up to Level 70. Clemont also handed over TM24 (Thunderbolt) as well.
Clemont got irritated with Bonnie when she told me about the move, apparently regularly interrupted by his sister because of her youthful energy, though he didn't seem like he was much older than she was. He told me that his desire was to enjoy every day to the fullest with his Pokemon while doing the science that he loves with his inventing.
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I left the gym, and received a Holo Clip from Professor Sycamore. He wanted to talk with me for a bit, and asked that I come to the Lysandre Cafe, which was located by the Pokemon Center by Prism Tower. He said it was the red Cafe, and that I could hop into a taxi if I couldn't find it.
I went around Centrico Plaza and found a Photo Spot and got a picture of myself in front of Prism Tower. I found myself desperately wishing that Lumiose City had it's own map on my device, but I made my way to the Magenta Plaza, and quickly found the Lysandre Cafe. I saw Professor Sycamore and Lysandre there talking, and Sycamore called me over.
I made my way to them inside this red cafe, and Sycamore told me they were having a conversation about Mega Evolution. Lysandre congratulated me and told me that he wished he too could use Mega Evolution. Sycamore revealed to me that Lysandre is of royal ancestry, descended from the king's younger brother. He admitted though that because the story was 3,000 years old it might not be entirely reliable.
Sycamore asked if I knew where the Holo Caster is made, to which I told him no, I didn't, and he said that they're made in Lysandre's lab. He touted Lysandre qualities, and said that he supports Trainers and Pokemon research with some profits from the Holo Caster. Lysandre told me that people could be divided into two groups, those who give and those who take. He said it was just as the Kalos region's two Legendary Pokemon gave life and took life.
Lysandre continued, telling me he wanted to be the kind of person who gives, but said that in this world some foolish humans exist who would show show their strength by taking what isn't theirs. He denounced those people as filth, and told me about the king of Kalos who wanted to take everything for his own, and how in that greed he created a terrible weapon which unleashed a fire of destruction.
Lysandre said that Kalos was currently beautiful, and that there would be no foolish actions if the number of people and Pokemon don't increase. He continued on to say that the future isn't decided, and said that you can't be sure that each day will be like the one before. Lysandre did have something good to say of the king though, that while his actions were reprehensible that the ultimate weapon DID manage to wash the world clean of that era's filth.
Lysandre gave me a King's Rock and thanked me for listening, and said that the King's Rock was an apology for taking up my time. Lysandre left, leaving Sycamore and I alone with the other patrons. Sycamore commented on Lysandre's passion, like a blazing flame, and wondered if the pride in his lineage is what makes him burn so intensely.
Sycamore told me that what Lysandre says is only one way of looking at things, and that it wasn't necessarily the truth. He told me that what was truly important is the time you spend together with others, and told me to treasure these moments spent traveling the Kalos region with my Pokemon.
I left the Lysandre Cafe, and got another Holo Clip, this time from Trevor. He told me that they were all going to meet on Route 14, and asked that I join them. I would eventually meet up with the others, but I decided I would go to the Pokemon Center to heal my team.
I called it a day, because I knew I would have to explore this huge city before I could continue on. There was so much to see and do, and I wanted to experience it all while I had a break on my journey!
Current Team:
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 42)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 42)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 42)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 43)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 43)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 44)
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Pokemon Y - Kalos Power Plant
I started the day taking care of some berries, and thanks to a few battles I got into with Bug-Type Pokemon who were attacking the trees I was able to get Logan and Brody both to Level 39. I looked around the boutique shops and didn't find much I was interested in, so I went ahead and started south from Coumarine City.
I couldn't even reach the gate to Route 13 when I got a Holo Clip. It was from Lysandre, the red-haired man I met earlier. He was informed by Professor Sycamore that I could use Mega Evolution, and congratulated me. He said I could steer my future in a better direction, then commented on how we can't cover up the old filth with new filth. He then asked me to consider what we need to do to change the world into a new and beautiful world.
The Holo Clip ended, and with that odd message I continued to the gate. While at the gate I heard of the Kalos Power Plant being located on Route 13, and I was given Black Sludge before I started heading south. Before I could even leave the gate, I heard someone shouting at me, and found the two scientists, Sina and Dexio, waiting for me. They told me they were on their way to the Power Plant at Professor Sycamore's request, but said that the gate connecting Lumiose City to Route 13 had been shut by a power outage.
Sina reminded me of Central Kalos and Costal Kalos, and then Dexio told me that there was another area, called Mountain Kalos. They updated my Pokedex with the Mountain Kalos Pokedex entries, and then Sina commented on how I looked more mature than the last time we met. They left after that, and finally I could move on.
I went south on the rocky terrain of Route 13, and I found a PP Up, Smooth Stone, and an X Accuracy, and through several battles with Wild Pokemon both Cadence and Axel grew to Level 39. I continued on and kept having Pokemon chasing after me from underground, and through several more battles Jack grew to Level 40.
I kept going through Route 13 but kept getting attacked by Ground-Type Pokemon who prevented me from escaping by because of their Arena Trap abilities. I managed to find a Flame Plate as I continued on, and soon enough I found a member of Team Flare guarding a bridge.
I confronted the Flare Grunt and fought him, and through the battle Logan and Axel both grew to Level 40. It turned out that this was a Grunt that I had fought previously, and I wondered just how many of these useless jokers were ACTUALLY causing harm in the region. He tried to run away, but realized that he lost his Power Plant Pass.
I managed to find it, and I healed my Pokemon before I went to the mechanical door and used the Pass to enter the Power Plant. I ran down a long hallway before I reached the Power Plant proper. I was quickly spotted by another useless Flare Grunt, and through it both Brody and Cadence grew to Level 40.
After I beat the Flare Grunt, he revealed that Team Flare was redirecting the power that's supposed to go to Lumiose City, but didn't reveal where it was going or for what. He warned me not to get in their way, but I went past him to stop his buddies. I found a room nearby where all the workers and scientists were currently held by Team Flare. I snagged a Zap Plate there and continued through the Power Plant.
I fought against another Flare Grunt, but she was beaten quickly enough, and afterwards I continued through the Power Plant. I found myself in a major part of the Power Plant, and I was stopped by another Flare Grunt who was itching for a fight. His Pokemon went down quickly, and Gabriel grew to Level 42.
The Flare Grunt refused to move out of my way, so I had to try finding another way through, and I quickly got into another battle with another Flare Grunt. Jack grew to Level 41 through the battle, and I continued along trying to stop Team Flare. I got into another battle, and through the battle Logan grew to Level 41.
I got into yet another battle with another Flare Grunt, and Axel, Cadence, and Brody ALL grew to Level 41, then I healed my team before I continued along. I got into another battle after that, and the Flare Grunt went down quick. I had to deal with another Flare Grunt after that, and I started to get frustrated at the amount of these useless assholes I had to deal with.
Finally I found the assholes running the operation at the heart of the Power Plant. They were talking among themselves about having enough energy to power some device, but they noticed me before they could reveal anything else. I fought against a Team Flare Admin, whose Houndoom went down easily against Jack, and through the battle Jack grew to Level 42 while Gabriel grew to Level 43.
The Flare Admin backed off after his defeat, and ordered his scientist to fight me. I put Logan at the head of the team, and fought against the scientist, Aliana, who sent out Mightyena, while Logan went out against it. I had Logan Mega Evolve before he used Petal Dance for massive damage, which knocked Mightyena out instantly.
Axel grew to Level 42, and the battle was over. The scientist, Aliana, laughed, and said she didn't expect me to be so interesting. She hoped we could meet again, and left with the other members of Team Flare. Soon enough Sina and Dexio came up to me, dressed in unusual costumes, and disappointed that I had taken care of Team Flare before they could get there.
Sina healed my team as thanks for saving the Power Plant, and complimented the strength of my team while simultaneously warning me not to push myself too hard. Dexio handed over some Full Restores, and told me that power was back on in Lumiose City. He told me I could go through the gate at Route 13 to Lumiose City once more, and they left.
I checked on the workers before I left, and I received TM43 (Flame Charge) and a Magnet as thanks for saving the Power Plant. I left the Power Plant and went south, and I snagged a Sun Stone before I went down some stairs, and found myself before a towering stranger. He mentioned a flower Pokemon, one that was given eternal life, and then wandered off toward Lumiose City.
I got back to Lumiose City, and heard Shauna call for me. She ran up to me and told me she had been running after me for a while. She had heard that the power had been returned to Lumoise City, and that the Power Plant had been under attack by Team Flare. I told her that I was the one who saved the Power Plant, and she couldn't believe it. Shauna told me they were going to light up the big tower at the center of the city, which we could see from our position.
The tower, called Prism Tower, was at the center of the city. I decided I would call it a day though, and explore more of the city later. My team had deserved a break after all that work, but I would continue on soon.
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 41)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 42)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 41)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 42)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 41)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 43)
I couldn't even reach the gate to Route 13 when I got a Holo Clip. It was from Lysandre, the red-haired man I met earlier. He was informed by Professor Sycamore that I could use Mega Evolution, and congratulated me. He said I could steer my future in a better direction, then commented on how we can't cover up the old filth with new filth. He then asked me to consider what we need to do to change the world into a new and beautiful world.
The Holo Clip ended, and with that odd message I continued to the gate. While at the gate I heard of the Kalos Power Plant being located on Route 13, and I was given Black Sludge before I started heading south. Before I could even leave the gate, I heard someone shouting at me, and found the two scientists, Sina and Dexio, waiting for me. They told me they were on their way to the Power Plant at Professor Sycamore's request, but said that the gate connecting Lumiose City to Route 13 had been shut by a power outage.
Sina reminded me of Central Kalos and Costal Kalos, and then Dexio told me that there was another area, called Mountain Kalos. They updated my Pokedex with the Mountain Kalos Pokedex entries, and then Sina commented on how I looked more mature than the last time we met. They left after that, and finally I could move on.
I went south on the rocky terrain of Route 13, and I found a PP Up, Smooth Stone, and an X Accuracy, and through several battles with Wild Pokemon both Cadence and Axel grew to Level 39. I continued on and kept having Pokemon chasing after me from underground, and through several more battles Jack grew to Level 40.
I kept going through Route 13 but kept getting attacked by Ground-Type Pokemon who prevented me from escaping by because of their Arena Trap abilities. I managed to find a Flame Plate as I continued on, and soon enough I found a member of Team Flare guarding a bridge.
I confronted the Flare Grunt and fought him, and through the battle Logan and Axel both grew to Level 40. It turned out that this was a Grunt that I had fought previously, and I wondered just how many of these useless jokers were ACTUALLY causing harm in the region. He tried to run away, but realized that he lost his Power Plant Pass.
I managed to find it, and I healed my Pokemon before I went to the mechanical door and used the Pass to enter the Power Plant. I ran down a long hallway before I reached the Power Plant proper. I was quickly spotted by another useless Flare Grunt, and through it both Brody and Cadence grew to Level 40.
After I beat the Flare Grunt, he revealed that Team Flare was redirecting the power that's supposed to go to Lumiose City, but didn't reveal where it was going or for what. He warned me not to get in their way, but I went past him to stop his buddies. I found a room nearby where all the workers and scientists were currently held by Team Flare. I snagged a Zap Plate there and continued through the Power Plant.
I fought against another Flare Grunt, but she was beaten quickly enough, and afterwards I continued through the Power Plant. I found myself in a major part of the Power Plant, and I was stopped by another Flare Grunt who was itching for a fight. His Pokemon went down quickly, and Gabriel grew to Level 42.
The Flare Grunt refused to move out of my way, so I had to try finding another way through, and I quickly got into another battle with another Flare Grunt. Jack grew to Level 41 through the battle, and I continued along trying to stop Team Flare. I got into another battle, and through the battle Logan grew to Level 41.
I got into yet another battle with another Flare Grunt, and Axel, Cadence, and Brody ALL grew to Level 41, then I healed my team before I continued along. I got into another battle after that, and the Flare Grunt went down quick. I had to deal with another Flare Grunt after that, and I started to get frustrated at the amount of these useless assholes I had to deal with.
Finally I found the assholes running the operation at the heart of the Power Plant. They were talking among themselves about having enough energy to power some device, but they noticed me before they could reveal anything else. I fought against a Team Flare Admin, whose Houndoom went down easily against Jack, and through the battle Jack grew to Level 42 while Gabriel grew to Level 43.
The Flare Admin backed off after his defeat, and ordered his scientist to fight me. I put Logan at the head of the team, and fought against the scientist, Aliana, who sent out Mightyena, while Logan went out against it. I had Logan Mega Evolve before he used Petal Dance for massive damage, which knocked Mightyena out instantly.
Axel grew to Level 42, and the battle was over. The scientist, Aliana, laughed, and said she didn't expect me to be so interesting. She hoped we could meet again, and left with the other members of Team Flare. Soon enough Sina and Dexio came up to me, dressed in unusual costumes, and disappointed that I had taken care of Team Flare before they could get there.
Sina healed my team as thanks for saving the Power Plant, and complimented the strength of my team while simultaneously warning me not to push myself too hard. Dexio handed over some Full Restores, and told me that power was back on in Lumiose City. He told me I could go through the gate at Route 13 to Lumiose City once more, and they left.
I checked on the workers before I left, and I received TM43 (Flame Charge) and a Magnet as thanks for saving the Power Plant. I left the Power Plant and went south, and I snagged a Sun Stone before I went down some stairs, and found myself before a towering stranger. He mentioned a flower Pokemon, one that was given eternal life, and then wandered off toward Lumiose City.
I got back to Lumiose City, and heard Shauna call for me. She ran up to me and told me she had been running after me for a while. She had heard that the power had been returned to Lumoise City, and that the Power Plant had been under attack by Team Flare. I told her that I was the one who saved the Power Plant, and she couldn't believe it. Shauna told me they were going to light up the big tower at the center of the city, which we could see from our position.
The tower, called Prism Tower, was at the center of the city. I decided I would call it a day though, and explore more of the city later. My team had deserved a break after all that work, but I would continue on soon.
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 41)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 42)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 41)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 42)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 41)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 43)
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Pokemon Y - Azure Bay, Coumarine City, and the Coumarine Gym
I decided to go back on the Monorail to reach the first part of Coumarine City where the docks were, because I wanted to go and check out the bay near there. I rode the Monorail, and when I got there I found a girl on a hill overlooking the dock. I passed a quiz she had, and I received TM63 (Embargo) for my prize.
I visited the Coumarine Hotel, where I received a Lucky Egg from a girl in the lobby. I went up to the second floor, where I met the Director, who asked that I show him my Pokedex when I've filled it up. With little else to do there, I handed the Lucky Egg to Brody before I left.
I continued along to the bay, and I got a Good Rod as I crossed the port, and I also received a Silk Scarf from an elderly man before I reached Route 12. I surfed on Jack and went north from Route 12 to find a Water Stone, then I continued heading north to reach Azure Bay.
I soon got into a battle, and afterward Brody grew to Level 36. I kept him holding the Lucky Egg so he could get more experience to keep up with the others, and I continued along Azure Bay. I got into another battle after that, and the Swimmer's Slowpoke went down quickly with a single attack from Logan.
I kept going north, and found myself on a small island, where an old man gave me Ampharosite when he saw the Mega Ring I had on my wrist. I also got into a battle with a Trainer there, and afterwards I got a photo on the island with Phil, where I got a photo of myself riding a Lapras.
I continued along Azure Bay and got into another battle, and Axel grew to Level 37. I kept on exploring, and I found another island that I could explore after I went through a side path. While there I found a Deep Sea Tooth, a Deep Sea Scale, and TM81 (X-Scissor), and with nothing else to find there I left to explore more of Azure Bay.
I found a couple small islands in the shallows to the north of that island I had explored, and I snagged a Dive Ball before I headed east to find another island with a cave. I snagged a Splash Plate on the shore before I went into the cave. Inside the cave I found nothing, a large area but nothing else to see. I figured I had seen everything I could, and I headed south after that to reach Coumarine City once more.
I rode on the Monorail again to reach the main part of Coumarine City, and went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team. After that I explored the town, talking to the citizens. I found one person who could do Pokemon calls, and I received a Poke' Toy from them when I identified Pikachu's call. I also found a Sky Plate when I looked through the last of the city before I reached the Coumarine Gym.
When I got to the Gym, Serena came running up from behind, apologizing for being late. She asked that I show her Mega Evolution, wanting to know what the potential of a Pokemon really is. I was more than happy to show her, especially with Logan at the head of my team.
Serena sent out Meowstic, adn I sent Logan out against it. I had Logan Mega Evolve into Mega Venusaur, and Meowstic used Fake Out to make Logan flinch. Meowstic used Light Screen next to increase special defense, before Logan struck with Petal Dance for great damage. Meowstic used Psybeam for great damage after that, before Logan attacked with Petal Dance once more to knock it out.
Absol was sent out next, and I sent Cadence out against it. Cadence struck with Fairy Wind for good damage, then Absol countered with Slash for great damage. Absol struck with Quick Attack after that for good damage, and Cadence countered with another Fairy Wind for good damage. I saw that her attacks, while super effective, weren't good enough to take down Absol, and so I switched Cadence out for Brody.
Brody got hit by Quick Attack for good damage, and then Light Screen wore off, then Brody struck with Mud Shot for good damage before it countered with Slash for great damage. Brody attacked with Mud Shot once more, and knocked Absol out to grow to Level 37 and learned Dig in place of Mud Shot. Cadence and Logan also grew to Level 37, while Gabriel grew to Level 38.
Quilladin was sent out last, and I sent Gabriel out against it. Gabriel went high, and avoided Bite, then he attacked with Fly to knock Quilladin out instantly! Jack grew to Level 37, and the battle was won!
Serena reflected on how powerful I had become compared to her, even though we both started in Vaniville Town. She wondered what could be so different about us, but wished me luck with my Gym Battle before she left. I went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team, and gave Jack the Lucky Egg before I went to the Coumarine Gym to earn my next Badge.
My team consisted of:
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 38)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 37)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 37)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 37)
Axel (Pikachu, Electirc, Lv. 37)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 37)
When I went inside the Gym, I found a MASSIVE tree growing at the center, with ropes leading up the tree to the top. I was informed that the Gym Leader specialized in Grass-Type Pokemon, and I knew Gabriel would be all over this. I had found out that there was a TM I missed earlier in my journey which could have been useful here, something I could have taught to Logan, but at least I knew where to find it after I could use Fly.
I climbed up the first rope, and saw two different paths I could go around the tree. I swung on a rope to the right, and got into a battle with a Pokemon Ranger. The battle was short, and I continued on up another rope. I swung across a couple more gaps, then climbed up another rope, before I found three different directions to go.
I could go left, right, or up, and I decided to try going left, but only found a path down. I went back, then right, and only found another Pokemon Ranger to battle. Through the battle Gabriel grew to Level 39, and learned Flame Charge in place of Ember. I went back and up that rope, only to find a dead end.
I went to the left, and down a rope, then further left before I got into another battle. Through the battle Brody grew to Level 38, and so did Axel, then I moved on. I climbed up the rope, then went left, and climbed up another rope. I found myself able to go left or right, though not feeling any sense of getting closer to the Gym Leader. I went right and got into another battle, and Jack, Logan, and Cadence all grew to Level 38. Cadence also learned Aromatherapy in place of Tackle.
I healed Gabriel, and climbed up the rope, then I went right and right again to finally reach the Gym Leader. He stood inside a library built at the top of the tree-like structure, and introduced himself as Ramos. He was an old man who somehow reached the top of this tall structure each and every day. He wondered if I had enjoyed his garden playground, and warned me of the strength of his team before the battle started.
Ramos sent out Jumpluff, and I sent out Gabriel against it. Gabriel used Flame Charge for massive damage, and an increase in speed, before Jumpluff used Acrobatics for good damage. Gabriel struck with Flame Charge again to knock it out, and to increase his speed further.
Gabriel grew to Level 40, and I kept him in the fight when Gogoat was sent out. Gabriel went high and avoided Take Down, before he attacked with Fly for massive damage which knocked Gogoat out. Jack grew to Level 39, and I kept Gabriel in the fight to battle against the last Pokemon, Weepinbell. Gabriel went high once more, and avoided Poison Powder, before he attacked with Fly to knock out Weepinbell and win the battle!
Ramos saw how I believed in my Pokemon, and how they believed in me, and he handed over the Plant Badge! With the Plant Badge I could use Fly outside of battle, and Pokemon up to Level 60 would obey me. Ramos also handed over TM86 (Grass Knot) which is a move that does more damage the heavier the opponent is.
I slid down the tree and left the Gym to heal my team at the Pokemon Center. After that, I decided to take a quick flight back to Camphrier Town so I could head to Route 6 once more. While I was there I took a trip to the Berry Fields to plant a Sitrus berry and get the other berries taken care of.
After that I went to Route 6 toward the Parfum Palace before I went south once more on the eastern path to find an Antidote and TM09 (Venoshock), and to get into several battles. I taught Venoshock to Logan in place of Poison Powder, which meant he finally had a powerful Poison-Type move to fight with.
I decided to call it a day after that, and knew I'd have to go back to old towns and cities to look for items I might have missed, as well as to get some new clothes now that I could reliably check stock each day.
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 38)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 38)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 38)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 38)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 39)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 40)
I visited the Coumarine Hotel, where I received a Lucky Egg from a girl in the lobby. I went up to the second floor, where I met the Director, who asked that I show him my Pokedex when I've filled it up. With little else to do there, I handed the Lucky Egg to Brody before I left.
I continued along to the bay, and I got a Good Rod as I crossed the port, and I also received a Silk Scarf from an elderly man before I reached Route 12. I surfed on Jack and went north from Route 12 to find a Water Stone, then I continued heading north to reach Azure Bay.
I soon got into a battle, and afterward Brody grew to Level 36. I kept him holding the Lucky Egg so he could get more experience to keep up with the others, and I continued along Azure Bay. I got into another battle after that, and the Swimmer's Slowpoke went down quickly with a single attack from Logan.
I kept going north, and found myself on a small island, where an old man gave me Ampharosite when he saw the Mega Ring I had on my wrist. I also got into a battle with a Trainer there, and afterwards I got a photo on the island with Phil, where I got a photo of myself riding a Lapras.
I continued along Azure Bay and got into another battle, and Axel grew to Level 37. I kept on exploring, and I found another island that I could explore after I went through a side path. While there I found a Deep Sea Tooth, a Deep Sea Scale, and TM81 (X-Scissor), and with nothing else to find there I left to explore more of Azure Bay.
I found a couple small islands in the shallows to the north of that island I had explored, and I snagged a Dive Ball before I headed east to find another island with a cave. I snagged a Splash Plate on the shore before I went into the cave. Inside the cave I found nothing, a large area but nothing else to see. I figured I had seen everything I could, and I headed south after that to reach Coumarine City once more.
I rode on the Monorail again to reach the main part of Coumarine City, and went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team. After that I explored the town, talking to the citizens. I found one person who could do Pokemon calls, and I received a Poke' Toy from them when I identified Pikachu's call. I also found a Sky Plate when I looked through the last of the city before I reached the Coumarine Gym.
When I got to the Gym, Serena came running up from behind, apologizing for being late. She asked that I show her Mega Evolution, wanting to know what the potential of a Pokemon really is. I was more than happy to show her, especially with Logan at the head of my team.
Serena sent out Meowstic, adn I sent Logan out against it. I had Logan Mega Evolve into Mega Venusaur, and Meowstic used Fake Out to make Logan flinch. Meowstic used Light Screen next to increase special defense, before Logan struck with Petal Dance for great damage. Meowstic used Psybeam for great damage after that, before Logan attacked with Petal Dance once more to knock it out.
Absol was sent out next, and I sent Cadence out against it. Cadence struck with Fairy Wind for good damage, then Absol countered with Slash for great damage. Absol struck with Quick Attack after that for good damage, and Cadence countered with another Fairy Wind for good damage. I saw that her attacks, while super effective, weren't good enough to take down Absol, and so I switched Cadence out for Brody.
Brody got hit by Quick Attack for good damage, and then Light Screen wore off, then Brody struck with Mud Shot for good damage before it countered with Slash for great damage. Brody attacked with Mud Shot once more, and knocked Absol out to grow to Level 37 and learned Dig in place of Mud Shot. Cadence and Logan also grew to Level 37, while Gabriel grew to Level 38.
Quilladin was sent out last, and I sent Gabriel out against it. Gabriel went high, and avoided Bite, then he attacked with Fly to knock Quilladin out instantly! Jack grew to Level 37, and the battle was won!
Serena reflected on how powerful I had become compared to her, even though we both started in Vaniville Town. She wondered what could be so different about us, but wished me luck with my Gym Battle before she left. I went to the Pokemon Center to heal my team, and gave Jack the Lucky Egg before I went to the Coumarine Gym to earn my next Badge.
My team consisted of:
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 38)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 37)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 37)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 37)
Axel (Pikachu, Electirc, Lv. 37)
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 37)
When I went inside the Gym, I found a MASSIVE tree growing at the center, with ropes leading up the tree to the top. I was informed that the Gym Leader specialized in Grass-Type Pokemon, and I knew Gabriel would be all over this. I had found out that there was a TM I missed earlier in my journey which could have been useful here, something I could have taught to Logan, but at least I knew where to find it after I could use Fly.
I climbed up the first rope, and saw two different paths I could go around the tree. I swung on a rope to the right, and got into a battle with a Pokemon Ranger. The battle was short, and I continued on up another rope. I swung across a couple more gaps, then climbed up another rope, before I found three different directions to go.
I could go left, right, or up, and I decided to try going left, but only found a path down. I went back, then right, and only found another Pokemon Ranger to battle. Through the battle Gabriel grew to Level 39, and learned Flame Charge in place of Ember. I went back and up that rope, only to find a dead end.
I went to the left, and down a rope, then further left before I got into another battle. Through the battle Brody grew to Level 38, and so did Axel, then I moved on. I climbed up the rope, then went left, and climbed up another rope. I found myself able to go left or right, though not feeling any sense of getting closer to the Gym Leader. I went right and got into another battle, and Jack, Logan, and Cadence all grew to Level 38. Cadence also learned Aromatherapy in place of Tackle.
I healed Gabriel, and climbed up the rope, then I went right and right again to finally reach the Gym Leader. He stood inside a library built at the top of the tree-like structure, and introduced himself as Ramos. He was an old man who somehow reached the top of this tall structure each and every day. He wondered if I had enjoyed his garden playground, and warned me of the strength of his team before the battle started.
Ramos sent out Jumpluff, and I sent out Gabriel against it. Gabriel used Flame Charge for massive damage, and an increase in speed, before Jumpluff used Acrobatics for good damage. Gabriel struck with Flame Charge again to knock it out, and to increase his speed further.
Gabriel grew to Level 40, and I kept him in the fight when Gogoat was sent out. Gabriel went high and avoided Take Down, before he attacked with Fly for massive damage which knocked Gogoat out. Jack grew to Level 39, and I kept Gabriel in the fight to battle against the last Pokemon, Weepinbell. Gabriel went high once more, and avoided Poison Powder, before he attacked with Fly to knock out Weepinbell and win the battle!
Ramos saw how I believed in my Pokemon, and how they believed in me, and he handed over the Plant Badge! With the Plant Badge I could use Fly outside of battle, and Pokemon up to Level 60 would obey me. Ramos also handed over TM86 (Grass Knot) which is a move that does more damage the heavier the opponent is.
I slid down the tree and left the Gym to heal my team at the Pokemon Center. After that, I decided to take a quick flight back to Camphrier Town so I could head to Route 6 once more. While I was there I took a trip to the Berry Fields to plant a Sitrus berry and get the other berries taken care of.
After that I went to Route 6 toward the Parfum Palace before I went south once more on the eastern path to find an Antidote and TM09 (Venoshock), and to get into several battles. I taught Venoshock to Logan in place of Poison Powder, which meant he finally had a powerful Poison-Type move to fight with.
I decided to call it a day after that, and knew I'd have to go back to old towns and cities to look for items I might have missed, as well as to get some new clothes now that I could reliably check stock each day.
Current Team:
Logan (Venusaur, Grass/Poison, Lv. 38)
Cadence (Floette, Fairy, Lv. 38)
Brody (Diggersby, Normal/Ground, Lv. 38)
Axel (Pikachu, Electric, Lv. 38)
Jack (Greninja, Water/Dark, Lv. 39)
Gabriel (Talonflame, Fire/Flying, Lv. 40)
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