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[quecheugy]

[The camera flicked on, with a bearded man in a lab coat adjusting the lens, squinting at it, before nodding in confirmation, glancing back at a man out of view of the camera. Some people may recognize the visible man as the Professor who had been sticking around the Pokémon vending machine, giving advice to others upon receiving their Pokémon.]

I believe the camera is working properly-- shall we begin?

It is- and angled properly now as well, so we shall indeed begin.

[Just once last extra-check to ensure the phone was well propped, and wouldn't slip if any of the pokémon out of view decided to investigate/get nosy while this was being done. An older man finally came into view, smoothing down a jacket and adjusting round glasses- some would likely easily recognize Clavell as the other person that had been sticking around the vending machine dispensing pokémon, motioning to Turo that he could take whatever place he desired for this.

Turo moved to stand next to Clavell, also adjusting his lab coat collar, he paused--]

...Clavell, I believe it is already broadcasting.

[Whoopsie.

Clavell squinted towards the broadcasting phone, another idle adjustment to how his glasses were position on his face.]

—Ah, so it is. Well, good a time as any to get started on the announcement then, no?

Indeed.

[Though the taller man did seem slightly ill at ease, he cleared his throat--]

Hello, fellow Otherworlders. My name is Professor Turo, from the Region of Paldea.

And I am Director Clavell, also from the Region of Paldea. We're here to announce that, after a lot of work during our own free time, we've managed to adapt a phone application from our world to work on these phones here.

[Better to get down to business, simply to help push ahead and hope Turo settled some as they continued on.]

As some of you are aware, a vending machine located at the Underground Mall has been giving out creatures known as ‘Pokémon’. These beings are native to our homeworld, and we’ve both worked to help further the study of them.

[So to speak, in his case… but regardless.]

Our companion, Jacq, developed what is called a ‘Pokédex’, an encyclopaedia of all known Pokémon in Paldea. Due to the fact Pokémon from outside our Region have been appearing here, we felt it prudent to make a version of the Pokédex accessible to all of you, updated with all known Pokémon.

[Clavell tipped his head, a small gesture made towards the camera- more indicating the phone broadcasting them—]

We have also added the necessary information to help you care for your new Pokémon companions; from dietary needs to helping keep a level of cleanliness and happiness. All in an effort to help build what can hopefully grow into a strong bond between you and them, as Pokémon are very wonderful creatures.

[Whatever they could think of that needed to be known about every pokémon within the Pokédex that could be helpful, since between Turo and Clavell they certainly knew quite a bit about pokémon as a whole.]

I have done my best to ensure the application is easy to use once downloaded to your phones, given I am used to altering the Pokedex app program here and there due to familiarity with Jacq's work. If there is some trouble, do not hesitate to bring it up to either of us.

Also, there’s two modes for the Pokedex; Normal Mode and Unlocked.


[Turo holding up two fingers to indicate--]

Normal mode works as it was intended for Pokémon Trainers from our world; Pokémon are blacked out until you encounter them-- thus your own Pokémon will show up instantly, and you will be able to unlock more as you meet new Pokémon from your fellows around the city. Unlocked has all Pokémon available to see and learn about, including Pokémon that are rarely seen and often considered Legends or Myths in our world.

[Clavell nodded along as Turo spoke—]

You will be able to choose which Mode to keep your Pokédex application in, and either will still have full information available to you under each Pokémon's entry. So far there are only various starter pokémon to be seen, from that Vending Machine in the Underground Mall, unless you encounter one of the other people from some region of our world; chances are that Pokémon of our own teams are with us.

[Such as the Houndoom that wandered to sit just by Clavell after a long stretch.

And the Rotom that-- started buzzing around the camera.]

--Rotom, please behave.

[The exasperation in Turo’s voice could not be hidden, but after giving the camera a raspberry, the Rotom darted away with a buzzy giggle.

Clavell hid a chuckle behind his hand briefly, the other resting just at the top of Houndoom's head as the pokémon peered at the phone broadcasting them-]

So, we do hope this Pokédex phone application comes in handy for those of you who decide to download it, and again do not hesitate to reach out to either of us as needed.

[There was an attached file, the Download link to the Pokédex application.]

(OOC: The pokédex app does have all known pokémon in it- except for the ancient paradox pokémon, as these two are from Violet rather than Scarlet. Those tagging in may, of course, get replies from both Clavell and Turo. Speaking of- regular font is Clavell, and the purple font is Turo.)

Comments

[quecheugy]

The worst of it is, apparently, no one knows how that machine ended up there nor the pokémon in it. It simply appeared there once it was time for the underground mall's grand opening. Pokémon and all, and no one ever came to stock it.

Please do, some of them are far kinder than others at least- if any ever do appear.

[abnormalizes]

Huh. That's... weird, but not the weirdest thing I've ever heard. It explains why they don't cost more at least.

[quecheugy]

It certainly does, but brings up far more questions than answers that may never be answered.

[abnormalizes]

Considering that, I guess we should be grateful it didn't give out much stronger Pokemon?

[quecheugy]

Very grateful, and at the very least it means those who found themselves with a new pokémon partner have gotten what those starting their journeys into the world of pokémon training receive. Starters are selected to help ease beginners into learning, to give both the best chance of a successful start.

[abnormalizes]

How do you choose which starter to give someone? What makes somebody suited for a water type or a fire type?

[She's a big nerd, she won't deny it.]

[quecheugy]

Well, I tend to allow the trainer to choose for themselves- usually by suggesting they take a walk with all three to get to know them. Which one they are more drawn to, and usually the pokémon is drawn to them in turn.

I find it best to allow them that time, to observe and be observed in turn.

[What better way to get to know a pokémon than spend a little time with them?]

[abnormalizes]

Oooh. That makes a lot of sense, but then, don't the other two get disappointed?

[Those poor babies.]

[quecheugy]

There will always be some disappointment, more so if I am only visiting one new student that day. I tend to take the remaining for my own should they not be chosen.

I've the final evolution for all three starters of the Paldea region with me here, in fact.

[He always made sure no one felt as if they were left over. He still knew a thing o two about training pokémon, after all.]

[abnormalizes]

I'm glad someone ends up taking good care of them! I look forward to meeting them later and seeing how these little guys will grow up.

[quecheugy]

I try to be as hands on as possible with the process for that reason. Rather see that sot of thing through, rather than leaving it to some other way. I'm sure they will enjoy meeting you as well.

1/2

[abnormalizes]

I think that's all the questions I have right now. Hopefully I can visit soon - take care until then.

2/2, later, after her thread with turo

[abnormalizes]

Clavell why didn't you tell me some of them were on the intelligence level of children or animals I've made so many mistakes-

R I P

[quecheugy]

--oh dear, I thought it was obvious for some of them. My apologies.

[HE MEANT IT-]

Then again, I suppose it is a mistake given the differences and similarities here and there.

she is Mortified

[abnormalizes]

It's obvious with Abnormalities, or at least it is if you talk to them for two seconds, but Turo said it's harder to tell with Pokemon and the idea of getting it wrong is horrifying.

WhEN THE REALIZATION *HITS*

[quecheugy]

I would imagine so, and given how some people treat pokémon as another part of their household in quite a few ways... [People with Mr. Mimes for example.

... That was an interesting one.] The history of it has quite a few interesting things written down, after all.

[abnormalizes]

I really don't care about cultural taboos, I'm definitely a weirdo in my own world, but like. Consent is important.

[quecheugy]

I am most certainly not disagreeing on matters of consent- Ah.

I suppose I need mention Polteageist is certainly much higher on that scale, so there was no issue with them.

[Not completely oblivious at least.]

[abnormalizes]

Well, that's good at least. Are any of the rest of your team off limits?

[quecheugy]

Polteageist is amongst those of my team I know I can trust with errands, so they are certainly sapient and can get their point across like anyone else despite a language barrier. Some Ghost types are definitely harder to pinpoint, while others were clearly children. [Like Phantumps.

... The fact he was going to answer—]

Amoonguss for a start, and Litten is quite young as a starter- I suppose she would be between 'house pet' and 'child' somewhere. [It was A Range okay, and trying to think of the best way to put it.] The bird shaped flame that balances on Skeledirge's snout is like an intelligent bird, and is a lost soul itself, while Skeledirge himself would be more of an adult.

The rest should be fine.

[—and that was simply because of how well he knew his team.]

[abnormalizes]

Okay, good to know. Sorry to have to ask.

With Abnormalities - Child of the Galaxy and Laetitia look close to human children, and while the Dreaming Current is... a shark with needles, his voice is very childish. So there's not really any ambiguity.

[It's a lot easier to tell when they can speak in a human language, admittedly.]

[quecheugy]

Given your particular interest, I can imagine it is far better to know than not. [Consent good— and not thinking past it any further, because it had been enough to read of past marriages and the like when he was younger]

With pokémon -especially those who may have once been human in a past life, given Ghost Types- it can be incredibly hard to tell without observation and interaction. Some are very much pet-like, others more like children, and those that are more or less adults in attitude and intelligence. Appearance cannot be all that are gone by, as there are some bipedal pokémon that are far more like a child or intelligent pet than not- and those that are not above using their quadrupedal nature to be catered on if they don't mind being treated below their level of intelligence.

[abnormalizes]

[Clavell's poor heart is too delicate for this.]

-I mean, I can relate to that last one. I might be an intelligent human, but I also like getting treats and headpats as much as the next girl. If you turned into a were-something, you'd probably like having your ears scritched, too.

[quecheugy]

[He will survive- the things he has read and seen...]

Honestly, I don't doubt it a bit if I were to ever find myself in that position. Even those of my team enjoy the bit of praise and care I take with them when they can't or don't want to do it themselves. Meowscarada certainly enjoys attention, while Quaquaval takes great care in his own grooming habits and would rather tend to that himself.

[abnormalizes]

Right, exactly. There's nothing wrong with enjoying a little bit of pampering and praise, and I certainly hope I haven't been demeaning anyone like that.

[She'd have so many apologies to give.]