64th moon [video]

[paladinlost]

I've recently been thinking of acquiring another Fighting-type or two. Are any species particularly worth looking into?

[Cecil probably didn't pay much attention when centering the camera, because his bandaged hands sewing a shirt back together are taking up most of the screen.]

I'd also like to hear about monkey species. Or beautiful Pokémon. I've no intention of catching them immediately, so their natural habitat matters little at the moment.

[His hands still for a few seconds.]

Do people enjoy learning that their friends named Pokémon after them? It's... perhaps too late for me to ask that question, but I'd rather not upset anyone.

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[infinitejustice]

I have a Gallade. It's the only Fighting-type I've ever trained, but it's been a reliable part of my team. It's also part Psychic, and can learn moves of multiple types, so it's pretty versatile.

I'm afraid I can't answer the rest of your questions, though.

[Video]

[paladinlost]

Gallade? They're a relative of Gardevoir, are they not? That'd be worth looking into indeed. That information is more than helpful enough, thank you.

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[infinitejustice]

They are. The method of evolution determines what they'll evolve into; a Dawn Stone will cause a male Kirlia to evolve into a Gallade. Just make sure that the Kirlia is a male, because females can't take that evolutionary path, for some reason.

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[paladinlost]

I could always ask Lily or Terra for an egg; they've never had trouble with it before. But I suppose the gender would be the tricky part, unless I wait for a whole batch of eggs to hatch.

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[failures]

[Ooh! Stuff he can actually answer!]

Poliwrath's a good Fighting type, speaking from experience as a trainer of one. And since you're wondering about monkeys, there's actually a Fighting type that's a monkey. It's called Mankey, and it evolves into Primeape.

Aaand have you seen these guys around?

[Larry shows his Simisage to the camera. Simisage flashes a thumbs up.]

I think there's a whole set of 'em, but I've only got one.

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[paladinlost]

Poliwrath? I'd have to find a Poliwag first, but that should be simple enough. As for the monkey...

[He looks at the Simisage. Yep, that thumbs up settles it.]

That's quite close to what I'd be looking for. What sort of set is it?

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[failures]

Yeah, Poliwags aren't too hard to find.

[Larry taps his chin.]

Okay, so this guy here is Simisage. He evolved from Pansage. There's at least two more of the "sages" but in different types, if you get what I mean. There's a Water one and a Fire one.

[video]

[paladinlost]

Grass, Water and Fire... That seems to be a rather common combination here, for some reason.

[video]

[combat_butler]

I recommend a Lucario, Cecil-san! I might not have got mine with intent, but Azure has grown from a timid and shy little pup to a fierce and effective brawler! Not to mention it's really cool how she can shoot out balls of energy.

As for beauty... The most beautiful Pokemon I know is definitely Gardevoir. They just look... well, graceful and elegant.

... and regarding names... Mmm... I've only had that happen once, so mileage may vary... Yet she was somewhere between upset and embarrassed when she found out.

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[paladinlost]

[He laughs a little.]

I already have both a Lucario and two Gardevoirs, as a matter of fact. At least I can now be certain that you have excellent tastes. What did she find upsetting and embarrassing about it?

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[combat_butler]

Two Gardevoirs?! W-Wow... *That is some awesome pokeswag right there.*

But, ah... I think it was the fact I named her after my starter who was a dog...? I... I think she was kind of upset that I named a dog after her, I guess?

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[paladinlost]

They're a mother/daughter team.

[And damn right it is awesome.]

Why would she be, unless she dislikes dogs? It's not as if it was a Muk or a Beedrill.

[tearsofademon]

Can't say I know much about fighting types, and, well, beauty kind of depends on the person...

As for naming Pokémon after friends, it probably also depends on the person, I guess. I mean, I didn't mind much when Ferris named one after me... though it's been kind of awkward taking care of him ever since she left.

[paladinlost]

...That would feel rather strange, yes. Was it named after you in a positive manner, at least?

[tearsofademon]

Ah... that depends on what you think of Magikarps, really.

[paladinlost]

I love them, and I love Gyarados.

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[eagletalons]

There's an Eevee named after me, apparently. [Ain't that awkward.]

I've no knowledge of fighting types, but the most beautiful Pokémon I've seen is an Altaria.

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[paladinlost]

I've no doubt it's a very nice Eevee.

I already have an Altaria, as a matter of fact. Though I might want to obtain a second one in the future... But not for this.

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[eagletalons]

He's fine, though it's very strange to have someone say 'Hope' and we both look up. [It's already happened, yep yep.]

What are you planning on doing?

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[paladinlost]

I can imagine it would be, even after some time.

...Most of my Pokémon are named after friends and family members. I was thinking of species that could fit those who remain.

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[ex_cashcow493]

[ So many questions. Well, since she's stuck in a hospital for the day, she may as well go over his roster and answer each question. ]

Fighting-type Pokemon?
I know the Breeding Centre has a few, but I have noticed strength within my Lucario.
Although I wonder how much of that is attributed to the name I have given him above all else.

Beautiful Pokemon, on the other hand, are something I can speak with experience for.
Many of the ones that have come into my possession one way or the other are magnificent beasts.
Milotic with colours unlike that of any beast in the sea, is renowned for it's beauty.
Flareon with a mane proudly displayed, has fur that cannot be rivaled with in this place.
There are no words to describe the beautiful Togetic that has come into my possession either, but with unique colours, every trainer I see comments on her remarkable image.

As for the names, why would it be?
Personally I kept myself from doing it for many months when I first arrived in Johto.
When I realized that no one I knew would come to this place, I chose instead to begin naming them after my comrades.

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[paladinlost]

Lucario, Milotic and Togetic I already train- well, Onion is now a Togekiss, but still. A Flareon... Perhaps Edges would enjoy having a friend from a related species...

[He taps his fingers as he goes through them all.]

I also favor naming them after friends and family, as I would name any of my children. It's a nice way of showing we miss them, is it not?

[conduit]

Well, I'll tell you something~! Fighting type pokemon are definitely worth looking into. One that stands out is Lucario! He's steel and fighting and he's a pretty hard worker! [ Rangiku pans the feed to Lucario, who is silently meditating in the corner. ]

As for beautiful pokemon, because I don't know much about monkey species, Vulpix, Togepi and her evolutions, Arcanine and Eevee definitely fit the bill~! [ She briefly moves the feed around to show the hot mess that is the rest of her household! Eevee stamps on the counter. Arcanine rushes through the home with Vulpix right on top of it, knocking over item after item after item. Togekiss is at peace, and is sleeping on the couch until Arcanine whisks right by it. Rangiku, slightly bashful, turns the feed back onto her. ]

I'm not sure~! I know when Kuchiki-taichou learned that I named a pokemon after his sister, he wasn't pleased. At all. In fact, he sort of gave that face that he makes when something really upsets him but there's nothing he can do about it~! [ #LieutenantProblems. ]

[paladinlost]

My team already includes most of these, in fact. Though Vulpix and Ninetales are indeed extremely beautiful... They'd certainly be worth looking into, once I can travel freely again.

[He seems completely untroubled by the chaos, and even waves at the Pokémon as they run by.]

I do hope he was not upset because of the species you chose to bear his sister's name. Then again, it's a shame he was upset in the first place.

[conduit]

I wish I could tell you where I found Vulpix but she was my starter. If she ever has a child, I'll definitely give you an egg though!

[ She smiled. ]

He didn't seem to like Smoochum very much but he's a very stern man! Unless I named a legendary pokemon after the girl, he'd probably be upset!