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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Jan 13, 2021 6:42:16 GMT -6
The Corviknight Taxi was comfortable... a bit comfortable that Tetsu thought he had fell asleep for a moment, really. Using Durandal, while the sword did not sip his life force, still took considerable amount of stamina because it's basically possession. But either way, he was glad that he could hold it in until he's inside the taxi.
"We're soon going to arrive at Cerise. Dear passengers, please make sure that you're ready for landing!"
The voice of the cab pilot woke him up. Tetsu blearily rubs his eyes and looked at the window outside. True enough, its the sight of the city he was living in for a while now... close to three years? The moment the cab landed, Tetsu first exit the cab then offered his hand to help Ettie to come out. He was to say to her "watch your head" before once again reminded that she's even shorter than he is. If he doesn't need to watch his head, I guess she doesn't either. Tetsu quickly stretched right after, making sure his body is well warmed up from the journey before looking back at the city again.
"Well, home sweet home! My home is a bit of a walk to the outskirt, so there's no need to go there immediately... how about we just enjoy the city first, Ettie? I'm sure you're hungry... Plus we should visit Pokemon center just in case to heal our Pokemons. Anyway, where do you want to go first?"
Riku however was quick to the follow up.
<Ettie, hold Tetsu's hand.>
He too signed the same with Tetsu.
"EH!? Hold her hand? Um... uuuuh..."
<If you don't hold her hand, she'll get lost. Just do it.>
No other choice. The older boy scratched his head before offering a hand to his friend. "You hear him."
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Post by Ettie on Jan 17, 2021 2:35:43 GMT -6
It seemed that Tetsu would not be the only one to have dozed off, on the Corviknight Taxi ride back to Cerise. Tuckered out from a long trek through the Badlands and the excitement of the duo's mutual fights, Ettie would be leaned against Tetsu - peacefully asleep just as he was. Despite the awkward angle her head was cocked at, it seemed that she was perfectly comfortable - occasionally mumbling softly (albeit incoherently) in her sleep during the ride.
Due to the space in the taxi, only Anne would be out of her pokeball at the very moment; though the Rockruff was making full use of what room she did have, to sprawl over Ettie's lap and partway onto Tetsu's. Her head would be rested on her front paws, eyes halflidded - clearly just as relaxed as the duo were, but still nonetheless awake and alert to their surroundings.
As the pilot spoke up though, Anne's ears would perk, and Ettie would begin to stir; mumbling out a still-incoherent "Mmm..." as she awoke, yawning. That was a nice nap... Glancing over to Tetsu, she would cast him a drowsy but warm smile, her aura-ears beginning to perk and tail beginning to wag lazily; as though she was pleased to wake up to Tetsu by her side. (Which, she was! Tetsu was her packmate, after all!)
As the taxi finally landed though, Ettie was happy to hold his hand as they stepped out - Anne following at their heels - as the two sisters admired the scenery around them. "Woaaaaah...." Cerise City was big, bigger than Shire Town was - making the tall buildings and bustling streets a bit of a whole new set of input for her senses. It was almost overwhelming, and yet... "... Everything's so new and exciting!" Once more, her tail was wagging - although much more alert and energetic, now that she had a chance to awaken proper. She wanted to explore everything, and would nearly wander off just like this - until Tetsu's voice stopped her in her tracks.
"Yeah! Enjoying sounds good!" Ettie would chirp, all perked up like a dog waiting for the ball to be thrown. "Getting everyone all checked up sounds good, too!" Besides, she wanted to give her absols a chance to socialize with the pack, and give Cassie and Prince some love, too! Maybe even familiarize herself with that Honedge Tetsu had given her earlier! The ghost sword needed a name, for that matter...
In the meantime though, most of the rest of the pack on hand - Duchess, Ruffian, and Aurien - would come out of their pokeballs, equally eager to explore the big city. <So many people!> Duchess would chirp with awe, to which Anne nodded in agreement. <Stay close, don't get lost.> The only ones who'd stay in their pokeball was Pierre - due to both a mix of wanting to rest, and also perhaps being a bit on the big side for all of this - and Princess, who was likely still tuckered out.
As Riku spoke up though, it seemed that the Riolu would know quite well that Ettie was going to have wandered off, if it weren't for his interference. At the pup's insistence that the two hold hands, Ettie would blink a bit, before smiling and giggling. "Eheheh; okay!" She'd chirp in response; reaching a hand over to hold Tetsu's own. Though her hand was a bit on the dainty side - just like how the rest of her was smallset and thin - her fingers and palm were somewhat rough and had callouses, from climbing and scavenging about, it seemed.
"So where are we going, first? The Pokemon Center?" Ettie would question Tetsu, already walking as she lightly tugged him with. "C'mon, let's go!" At her heels, the pack would follow; everyone sniffing about with varying degrees of excitement, alertness, or wariness.
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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Jan 17, 2021 3:01:03 GMT -6
There's something about Ettie that makes him want to pat her or rub her cheeks as she woke up. There's just something about her smile that tugs his heartstring in way that says "I'm really comfortable with her after all" that makes him thankful of her presence... he still had no idea what kind of feeling this is, but all he knows is that he feels really happy with her around. Tetsu can't help but to reflexively strokes her head.
"Did you slept well? Sorry my body is a bit on the harder side... Many called me brick wall, heh."
Enjoying sounds good indeed. Just in case Tetsu checked his phone for map, looking for stores that are open and stores that are closed. When he felt Ettie's hand clasped on his, he gently gave it a squeeze, as if confirming that he's ready to move along with her. His team at the moment prefers to stay in their Pokeballs, still mostly tuckered out. All beside Riku seem to prefer it that way.
"The Pokemon Center seems good. I think I also need to switch my Pokemon out later."
Sphalerite came to mind. He would love to go on a walk like this... "Let's see, the nearest Pokemon Center in this block is around..."
Tetsu's musing was cut by Ettie's tugging. He laughed and ruffled her hair. "Hey, I'm the one who's familiar with the city! Where are you going tugging me along like that? Seriously~ You're just so excited, huh? Anyway, here. First! No climbing streetlamps or anything you see! Two: If you want something in the city, you have to pay for it! So don't just grab and eat! That's not polite! Think it like this: If some Pokemon take your food from your den, won't you get angry? It's the same! So give them something in exchange! That is money! We got some from Prof. Pear and Officer Jenny! Third: Walk only on this side of the road. It's in similar shape everywhere," Tetsu pointed at the pedestrian walk. "Don't walk on that part of the street. That one is for car, and that one for bikes. By the way if you want to ride with Pierre next time you're here, ride him on the bike side of the road. Now with that being said, let's go!"
Tetsu guided the pack to the right, where at the end of the block there are a huge Pokemon Center. It's unmistakable thanks to its red roof.
"...Come to think of it, how often have you been to Pokemon Center, Ettie?" Tetsu asked. "I think you at least knows that they offer service to heal Pokemon, right? But have you ever tried to go to the Cafe?"
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Post by Ettie on Jan 18, 2021 22:42:59 GMT -6
"Mmm... 's okay... Slept good..." Ettie would murmur, letting out a relaxed hum as Tetsu's hand stroked over the top of her head. Her 'tail' continued to lazily wag, and she would press her head up into his touch; eyes drifting closed once more in bliss. The gentle touch, it seemed, would be just about enough to put Ettie back to sleep, if Tetsu kept it up!
(Anne, however, would take the time to nudge Ettie awake once more; given the fact that they were just about to land.)
In the city proper though, as Tetsu laughed and ruffled the young girl's hair, Ettie would laugh with; grinning his direction. However, it seemed that there would be some rules to keep in mind, while they were out in the city; rules that Tetsu would begin to list off one by one. No climbing around wily-nily, no stealing, and stay off the car and bike parts of the road. With each rule, Ettie would nod along a little - but Anne could tell at a glance that her sister was only processing perhaps half of everything that was being said, with the brief spacey look that would drift over the child's face.
Ah well. Anne could help keep Ettie on track, at least. <You heard,> She would state to the other pups in the meantime - adding <Be behaved.>
<Got it!> Duchess confirmed with a yip, her tail wagging happily.
<Be BeHaVeD~> Ruffian would mockingly grumble to himself, meanwhile; meeting Anne's glare evenly, when the Rockruff would give him a look.
Aurien, meanwhile, was simply curious to glance about - wondering just what all sort of exciting stuff they could get up to, in such a big city!
And for as far as what Ettie could process and comprehend went, the young girl would tilt her head a little. "Why can't we climb? I guess some of these buildings are way too big and tall to climb, but surely those ladders and stuff are there for a reason, right?" Briefly, she would point into an alley they'd pass by, at the fire escape ladders. "It'd be faster getting around if we can climb, right?"
Nonetheless, with Tetsu taking the lead, the group would eventually make their way to a Pokemon Center; the red roof sticking out plainly amongst the other buildings on the block. As Tetsu asked Ettie about it, the young girl would hum and think for a moment. "I've been in the one in Shire Town once or twice! But it's nowhere as big as this one... And I don't think it had a Cafe, either?" That, or she never noticed it.
"What's a Cafe, though?" She would soon ask though, tilting her head as she gave Tetsu a quizzical glance.
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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Jan 19, 2021 1:12:36 GMT -6
"'zat so? I'm glad, I'm glad~" Tetsu was about to give Ettie more stroking, but seems Anne prefer that her sister stays awake, so he'll hold himself for the meantime.
"Why there are rules huh," Tetsu mused as he walked with Ettie on his side. "Well, think it like this... human have human rules, just like Pokemon have Pokemon rules, you see. Like in a pack, you have to act certain way, right? It's the same for humans, except the scope is bigger. It's not just one pack. It's one city. There are also similar rules between cities to cities.
Climbing and jumping around would definitely gets you to your destination faster compared to say using the road, but... if everyone moves as they pleased, they'll be disturbing other people who are resting inside their home. Imagine if another pack suddenly just walked on top of your den. Wouldn't you feel at least annoyed? And at worst, you'll feel threatened, won't you? That's the idea.
Not to mention it would make younger kids who knows nothing about rules thinks what we're doing is cool, and they will want to emulate us... That is dangerous, especially because not everyone are able to climb skillfully, or have the leg strength to make the jump. That's why, when visiting human city, you must act like the humans inside. It's so that it's easier for everyone, and so for both you and them to feel safe."
Then Tetsu pointed at the emergency fire stairs.
"Those ways are like escape area in case of emergency. You're not supposed to climb it, because... uuuh... let's see... Let's say there's a den, and then a den have an exit that only used in case of attack. In case of humans, we know what is it used for. It's in case of the building caught fire, this part is used to get out from it. If you enter through this part, it would often leads to someone's house so... don't enter, alright? Only those who stays in that building can use the facilities.
He's not even sure his answers makes sense at this point.
"What are cafes huh... Let's see, it's like a store that sells good food and drinks! If you give them money they'll make you tasty food and drinks! I'll treat you guys this time around! Here here, let's go inside!"
Just as Riku wanted to enter the building, he suddenly would rapidly change. His height now towered over Tetsu greatly and spikes starts coming out from the center of his chest and paw. The evolution was complete soon afer. The previously Riolu now has become a Lucario. Tetsu blinked owlishly.
"Oh wow... I did not expect that you evolve this fast, Riku!"
<Me neither,> the Lucario barked an answer. <I do feel stronger>
"Well I guess this means we can splurge a little! Come on guys! Over here!"
The seating table in this particular Pokemon Center does not limited to just counterfront ones, but also family sized tables too. Tetsu immediately picked an empty one and pat an empty space for Ettie to sit on. Once everyone has been seated, he pressed a button at the table. A waitress immediately approached.
"Yes, coming! What would you like, young miss and young mister?"
"I'd like to order Berry Juice for myself... give my friend here caramel almond milk. And hmmm... something good for the Pokemon, give them treats too."
"Certainly! Your order will be ready in five minutes. Today's snack to go with the drink is Shalour Sable!"
"Thank you!"
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Post by Ettie on Jan 21, 2021 23:58:35 GMT -6
While it seemed like some of the comparisons and similes Tetsu used had gone over Ettie's head, she at least understood the gist of what the boy was trying to convey - that these buildings were other peoples' dens and territories, so it was probably rude to go climbing around on them! "Alright," She'd confirm with a nod, "No climbing, then!"
Nonetheless though, the idea of a cafe making yummy foods and drinks for them would make Ettie's aura-ears perk, visibly curious about having whatever it was the cafe might offer them. "Alright! Let's go, then!" She would chirp, to which Duchess' tail began to wag eagerly.
<Yummy food! Yummy food!> She would bark in excitement; wondering just what all the cafe would have to offer to eat! <Could go food.> Aurien hummed with a nod, rubbing his belly a little with one of his flippers.
Before they were able to enter the Pokecenter proper though, a big change would suddenly occur; Riku was evolving! Taller and taller he would grow, with the characteristic spikes of a Lucario to match - Ettie's pack couldn't help but pause and look on in awe, at seeing their peer and technically-packmate evolve like this! "Woaaah...." Once the light faded from Riku's body, Ettie was immediately giggling with glee; gesturing widely with her arms! "Riku is so big now! Congratulations, Riku!"
<I gotta catch up,> Anne would remark wryly in the Lucario's direction, as Duchess would excitedly run circles around Riku - chirping <He's bigger! Bigger Riku!>
Laughing at her pups' enthusiasm, Ettie couldn't help but have a wry smile of her own - glancing up to Riku and mentioning "I wanna ride on your shoulders, sometime! You're taller than even Koa!"
Following after Tetsu, she would take the time to drop Pierre off with the nurse at the front counter before she'd sit down next to him; the rest of the pack finding places to idle about under and around the table. Anne in particular would sit down on the ground next to Ettie, as she watched the surrounding staff carefully; her head resting in the girl's lap. As Tetsu ordered her some caramel almond milk though, Ettie tilted her head a bit curiously. "Almond milk?" She'd question. "What's Shalour Sable, too?"
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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Jan 22, 2021 3:49:29 GMT -6
"Good~!" Tetsu strokes her head. "Ehehe, I can't wait to get to show you around what's fun in the city! There's game center where we can play tons of stuff... also there are arcade where the games are more interactive based... oh there are also restaurants... a lot of thing to do in the city! Of course the outdoor is nice too, but sometimes you can just take new experience you know?"
Riku founds the collective attention at him a bit stiffling. He scratched the back of his neck awkwardly <...not used, to this> he commented. <Not used... being taller than Anat, either>. At the comment of catching up, he grinned in return <Goodluck. Will not lose>. Now that he's evolved though, Riku seem have better mastery of Aura compared to before. He took a moment to calm himself down from all the sensory overload that just happened.
<Ettie, want to ride? Sometimes, sure. But now, not.>
Ah right, Ettie have no idea what's almond. "Uhhh... just asking first but are you allergic to nuts? Almond milk are basically milk made from nuts called Almond. They have slightly nutty flavor. I like them personally, but I prefer if they just add the flavor and the milk is actually moomoo milk. Caramel is what happened when you melt sugar!"
Just as he was about to explain the Shalour Sable, the waitress came with a huge plate stacked with Poke Puffs. Looking at that, Riku smacked his muzzle in approval. She set the huge plate on the table. "Please feed your Pokemons at your leisure! And here is your ordered Berry Juice and Caramel drizzled Almond Milk! As said prior, your drink came with free Shalour Sable!"
"Oh thank you very much! Well then Ettie! This is Poke Puffs. They're snacks for Pokemon! Here, Riku," Tetsu took a chocolate one with fancy looking milk chocolate one the top. "Your favorite, right?"
Immediately, he took it and savored the taste. It's rare to see Riku's tail wagging in happiness, but here it is. It's wagging happily. Tetsu also let out his Pokemons, letting them eat one Poke Puffs each. That leaves six for Ettie's own Pokemon. "Because we did something really awesome today, don't hesitate to ask for more if you want more, alright? Ah, but we're still going to eat real meal after this, so don't eat too much desserts!"
Tetsu sipped his berry juice and seem to enjoy the flavor a lot. "Ahhh, after the badlands... I felt rejuvenated!"
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Post by Ettie on Jan 25, 2021 22:04:15 GMT -6
At her head being stroked, Ettie's aura-tail was wagging once again; giggling gleefully and grinning wide. "I'm happy to do lots of stuff with you!" She'd chirp, adding "And I wanna play lots of games with you! Tons and tons!" It was highly likely that Ettie was misunderstanding what 'games' meant, at least in regards to arcades; but she still looked absolutely thrilled to just be spending time with Tetsu!
As if sharing in this sentiment, Anne's tail was wagging, as she'd briefly nuzzle Tetsu and Ettie both on the sides/hips. Duchess, too, would eagerly bark <Lets play! Lets play lots!> as she pranced circles around the group; playfully nipping at one of Tetsu's ankles as she passed!
At Riku's sheepish response to everyone's attention though, Ettie would briefly giggle and pat the Lucario on the back. "You matter to us; Tetsu's our packmate, so you're our packmate, too!" She'd chirp happily, her aura-tail wagging as usual.
Then came the explanation of nuts, and almonds, and the like - to which Ettie tilted her head a bit, giggling. "I can eat nuts! And I know what almonds are! But how do they make milk from almonds?" As she asked the question, she tilted her head a little - adding "I thought milk comes from mamas to feed their babies!" Did this mean almonds could be mothers? Could almonds have babies???
Before they could figure out what a Shalour Sable was though, the waitress would arrive with their orders - yummy drinks, shalour sables, and plenty of pokepuffs! A recently healed-up Pierre, too, would arrive at the table; his tail wagging slightly as he settled down with his packmates. Duchess was happy to nuzzle Pierre, glad to see he was alright; and even Princess would come out from her pokeball, huffing as she snuggled up to the Furfrou.
As Tetsu fed his pokemon pokepuffs, Ettie would (after nibbling on one of them a little) share the pokepuffs with her pack; smiling happily. "There you go, everyone!" Anne would give the puffs a quizzical look initially, unsure of what they were; although upon sniffing one, would decide that she approved of the sweet smell, and munched down on one. Though she was new to pokepuffs, this was delicious! <Hm... I approve.> Princess, too, would comment.
Once everyone had their shares of pokepuffs though, Ettie would turn her attention to the caramel almond milk and shalour sable; sniffing them both curiously. Huhm... She'd nibble on the sable first, finding the crumbly texture quite curious - but the taste seemed to be to her approval, for she'd munch the rest down without any hesitation! The milk was sweet thanks to the caramel - although not quite as creamy as true milk, from the looks of things.
She was still content to sip on it though, smiling over at Tetsu as he expressed feeling rejuvenated. "I think we all do, eheh!" She'd chirp in response, leaning her head against Tetsu's shoulder with a wag of her aura-tail. "Let's get some more pokepuffs before we go, I wanna share some with the other packmembers when I switch them out."
She also was curious about eating one, herself, admittedly.
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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Jan 29, 2021 7:33:01 GMT -6
Eheh, there's something that makes him really enjoy stroking Ettie's head after all. Part of him wondering if this how it feels to have super high chemistry with someone. "Is that so? Eheh, then I'll make sure to browse a lot of fun stuff to do with you while we're in this city! I think we should take a break before you know... going on another exploration and all that."
Duchess is eager to play too it seems! "Eehehe, alright, I'll play a lot with you too, Duchess! But hey, careful alright? There are a lot of people walking in this city so watch where you're going! Don't get too excited! If you want to play after this, we can go to the park alright?" Play nipping his feet might be fine and all, but he's worried that it might disturb people around here!
<Packmates... Yes. That, reassuring,> Riku answered.
<Hmph> Rutile harrumphed <Joined Ettie pack, but reject me!>
<I'm leader, Tetsu Boss. Will not follow anyone but Tetsu.>
The two canine Pokemon locked in glaring match for a bit before they nodded.
<Family, is fine?> Rutile asked.
<Family, is fine. Will not follow Rutile order like underling. But, will work together with Rutile. Equal>
<Equal good enough,> the Rockruff agreed.
Now that's a good question on almonds. "Well, no, plants aren't like mammal in sense that they care for their youngs. Although it's called "milk" I guess it's more correct to call it "juice" instead? Basically a soaked almond is crushed and the juice is then made into this creamy milk-like drink. So it's kind of a drink?"
<Not smoothie?> Riku retorted. Tetsu however did not quite get it, except the vibe that he got it wrong.
"Oh you want more Pokepuff? Alright! Hmmm, let's see... How about we get six each then? Excuse me! I'd like to order a dozen more of Pokepuff please!"
...He can't realy leave the table with Ettie's leaning against him, so he manually switched out some of his Pokemons with his phone. Technology be praised. One that he called out is Verdelite who is very eager to explore the city! On top of it, he also called out Sarafina and Alexandrite. For the last one he called out Sphalerite. "Alright, city exploration team is here! Heheh, here hoping that it'll be a fun excursion, right guys?"
But for the meantime, he gave the girl beside him a light squeeze with one arm. "You know, I'm really happy that I got to meet ya! Everyday has been really fun!"
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Post by Ettie on Jan 31, 2021 15:10:04 GMT -6
As Tetsu explained why almond milk was called such, Ettie would nod a bit; still looking somewhat quizzical, but otherwise understanding the explanation. "Wonder why they call it 'milk', then, and not 'Almond Juice'..." She'd wonder out loud, humming a bit as she continued sipping at her drink. She supposed it did make sense to call it milk if it was basically milk-like, but she still felt like it would cause confusion to not call it juice, right? At Riku's retort regarding a 'smoothie' though, Ettie tilted her head a bit. "What is a smoothie...?" was her next question. She'd heard it mentioned before by other people, but what it was had never been explained to her proper!
The next batch of pokepuffs would soon be ordered though - and as Tetsu got to work switching out his team, Ettie would as well! "Alright everyone; rest up back at the den, I'll switch you guys back out soon!" She'd mention as she recalled and switched out Duchess, Princess, Ruffian, and Aurien; and in turn, brought out the three Yamper brothers - Adhara, Sirius, and Mirzam - and Prince.
Before she could let the four out of their pokeballs, though, Tetsu would embrace her - prompting a warm surprised giggle. "I'm happy that I got to meet you, too!" She'd respond, nuzzling Tetsu's shoulder. "I've had so much fun exploring with you, and I've been learning so much about how humans live, thanks to you!"
With that though, Ettie would take the time to let the foursome out - the yampers perking up and glancing about curiously as they came out, whilst Prince would wordlessly shuffle to snuggle against Pierre's side. <Where's this?> Mirzam would ask first, the smallest of the trio sniffing the air briefly. <Seems nice!> Sirius would chirp next, already beginning to wander off before Adhara was quick to turn the absentminded Yamper back on track, reminding him <Stay close, okay?> as they collectively settled about Ettie's seat.
At all of this, Ettie couldn't help a giggle, mentioning "I haven't given you guys a lot of time out and about, so I'll take all of you with me, while we go explore the city together!"
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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Feb 5, 2021 0:15:21 GMT -6
"Did Riku said that? Huh, interesting, so I guess he does know what is a smoothie. I thought it wouldn't translate right to Pokelanguage. I thought it would end up like 'milky juice' or something..." Tetsu mused. "Ah, but returning to the topic, smoothie is basically a juice with milky texture. Basically if a juice mostly water, smoothie tends to be more solid? No not quite... something... thicker or something, thus more milky. Smoothies are usually smooth, that's the reason for their name. They're not exactly watery, so they're not quite juice, but in the end they're just liquid, just like any other drinks." Tetsu explained. "So I guess the reason why it's called milk is because the color and the texture is similar to milk. There's also soy milk too."
Riku seem to be happy with that explanation. He can't help but to grin teasingly at the two who getting really comfortable with each other. Not like Tetsu saw him grinning however as he's busy blushing at the nuzzle. "O-ou, you're welcome. Don't mention it. I know it's often fun to learn more about different cultures. I think I'll need you to teach me how to live in packs too later!"
Seeing the three Yampers, Tetsu almost immediately scritched Sirius on his head. "Eheh, it's you three after all! How about I give some bellyrubs to you huh? Been long since you guys are out and about to new place right? Ehehehe~"
Riku chuckled before explaining to Ettie <When Tetsu feared Pokemon, a Yamper helped. He, teaches Tetsu, not fear Pokemon. He, brings us together. Tetsu, likes Yamper, since then. Want to have one, but never found a good match.>
"Oh right, after this, what should we do? Should we go to the park? Or perhaps should we go on shopping? We can also just walk around and see what catches our attention!"
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Post by Ettie on Feb 10, 2021 2:13:15 GMT -6
Ettie was pretty oblivious to Riku's teasing grin as well; the young girl seeming to completely miss the point of why the Lucario was grinning like that. Instead, she was far more focused on Tetsu; her aura-tail wagging as he mentioned wanting to learn how to live in a pack. "Well, we already share a den!" She'd chirp, adding "That's a pretty good start, I'd think! We could always go gathering and hunting together out in the woods - maybe go for a run with our pokemon, or just snuggle up and howl together...."
Anne, though, was quite aware of Riku's look, and couldn't help but roll her eyes goodnaturedly; a gentle smile on her face. Tetsu and Ettie were bonding fast, and she was happy to see it.
As Sirius got a scratch on the head though, the Yamper would eagerly try to press his head up into Tetsu's hand; pushing himself up onto his tippytoes more and more, tilting himself to the side so that Tetsu could scratch his head just right... ... Until he proceeded to tip over onto his side, with a surprised little yelp! <Yipe!> Immediately, Adhara and Mirzam were at his sides, the duo nudging him back upright - <Be careful, Sirius.> - but despite his brothers' concerns, Sirius' tail would be wagging as he was helped back onto his feet, as if the tiny tumble he took never happened at all! <I'm okay!>
Between all of this, as well as Riku's explanation, Ettie would nod and giggle a bit. "If any of the brothers are ever willing, I wouldn't mind letting Tetsu borrow them for his adventures!" She'd respond to the Lucario, adding "I'm sure they'd even be happy to snuggle, when we're all back in the den."
<Snuggles good,> Mirzam would concur with a gentle nod.
With the options that Tetsu would present, of places to go or things to do, Ettie would hum thoughtfully, glancing down towards the pack. "What do you guys think?" She'd ask, smiling warmly - to which the Yampers were first to pipe up.
<Park?> Mirzam questioned, his tail wagging almost hopefully. <Play ball?>
<Ball fun!> Sirius agreed, bouncing a bit - and nearly tripping over his own paws in the process. Wordlessly, Adhara would be there to help Sirius regain his balance, only letting out a gentle sigh.
<... Park sounds nice.> Prince would eventually speak up next, to which Pierre and Anne both would nod.
"Park it is, then!" Ettie giggled, smiling to Tetsu. "Let's go play in the park for a bit!"
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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Feb 11, 2021 6:50:46 GMT -6
"Hmm sounds good... Foraging would increase my ability to provide for my Pokemons," he mused. Well, all thing considered he really does have a problem with overcatching with his idea that all Pokemons will be useful for his journey. Sure technically when Pokemon stored in PC, there are some way for the government to feed them... but he feel like he prefers more if his Pokemons could do what they want outside. So that means he have to provide for them somehow. Well he just take it in stride he guess!
Sirius is a goofball! Tetsu chuckled after he too helped to right the poor Yamper's position. "There there, you sure are eager for headrubs huh? How about Mirzam and Adhara? Wanna some headscritches too~?" he asked, grinning at the two. He offered both of his hands toward the two Yampers, hoping to give them the same affection. Oh he guess later when he's in the park he won't have any sort of freedom on his arm huh! He probably would be busy with scritching the head of the pokemons!
"Park huh? Well, then let's go!" Tetsu took boxed Pokepuff and handed the Ettie's portion to her. "Hmm, let's see... if we want to go to park where we can relax and not having any Pokemon battle then..." Tetsu opened the app again and looked for the place. "Oh right, it's over here! It's quite close, lucky! I guess it's made with the passenger of Air Taxi in mind."
As it's afternoon, there are more people pouring after their work hour. Late shift people also starting to come in to their assigned workpost. Tetsu watched as some salaryman and salarywoman decided to go to the park with their Pokemon, meal on their hands. No matter what kind of place it is, looks like the effect of Pokemon's presence to the soul is more often positive. He smiled as he saw the sight.
<Ice cream,> Riku pointed at several snack stands, their roof slightly higher than the park's low walls. <Saw one from Castelia>
"Oh, Casteliacones! That takes me back! Been a year since I last tasted one!" Tetsu mused. While waiting for the light to turn green for crossing, Tetsu once again holds Ettie's arm to sign at her that she should stop like the rest. Riku too barked lightly to tell the rest to stop. He pointed at the light and tell them what it means briefly. Once it turns green, the pack crossed the street. As expected of a park in a big city, it's wide, with ponds and even water fountain.
"There's nothing much to say over here! Just don't be too loud or disruptive to other people alright? Let's see..."
Tetsu took out a frisbee from his bag. "Heh heh, well then, who want to play first~?"
Riku decided that he will instead browse for the food stalls. He know that once the team done playing they'll be famished again, so perhaps he should get them some food ready by then. Juices too. Juices sounds nice.
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Post by Ettie on Feb 14, 2021 2:02:04 GMT -6
Adhara and Mirzam both would accept Tetsu's offer for headscritches; the two Yampers happily tilting their heads into his touch. Adhara was rather relaxed about recieving this attention - simply sighing calmly as he closed his eyes, tail wagging in a casual fashion. <Thank you,> Mirzam, meanwhile, was a bit more enthusiastic; affectionately licking Tetsu's hand, before pressing his head right up into the boy's palm!
Ettie would giggle at this, petting along both Yampers' backs as Tetsu petted their heads; musing "All three of you love attention lots and lots, huh~?" Turning her attention to Prince and Pierre though, Ettie would soon reach over to pet them both next - mentioning "But don't think I forgot about you guys, either!"
Pierre, in response, would hum softly at the touch; although Prince, on the other hand, would shy away ever so briefly before he - hesitantly, but surely - leaned into Ettie's hand. "Aww..." Ettie would coo softly, smiling sympathetically to the Fennekin in particular. "Are you still not used to us yet, Prince?"
<...> Briefly, Prince would be silent - though as he found his words, would murmur <It's... It's okay.> as he leaned further into Ettie's touch - as though to prove that he was okay. Maybe he could get used to this; just maybe....
With the agreement to go to the park though, the group would begin packing up and preparing to move - Ettie smiling warmly to her pups, as they began gathering around her. "I'll give you guys your share of Pokepuffs once we reach the park, okay?" She'd mention to Prince and the Yampers - to which they'd yip their affirmatives, and Sirius even exclaiming <Oh boy! Treats!> as he pranced along.
Following after Tetsu though on Pierre's back, the group would make their way through the streets - Ettie peering around at the surrounding people they passed by with visible curiosity. So many different faces; Ettie wanted to say hello and get to know everyone they were seeing - and even the Yampers seemed to regard everyone with the occasional friendly yip of greeting - but these people seemed so busy, too... Huhm...
(Anne, on the other hand, would stick close to Pierre and Ettie; eyeing these strangers suspiciously.)
Nonetheless though, the mention of icecream would make Ettie perk up curiously. "Ice cream?" She'd ask, glancing at the snack stands that Riku indicated. "What's that?" At the group's instruction, Ettie and her pack would pause - peering towards the indicated red light. So the light told people when it was safe to go, too? Huhm...
As the group finally entered the park proper though, Tetsu took out a frisbee; something that'd near-immediately get the attention of the Yampers. <Frisbee!> Sirius would yip eagerly, immediately going into a playbow - tail wagging cheerfully. Mirzam, too, would bark a brief <Playtime!> as he hunkered down - as if preparing to chase after the toy once it was thrown!
Anne would tilt her head a bit quizzically, wondering what had the pups so excited over the frisbee - and Prince, too, seemed only passingly interested. The Fennekin and Rockruff both would still gather near the Yampers though, wondering what the appeal to all of this might be. Pierre, meanwhile, would simply settle down near a bench - keeping an eye on Ettie's things, as she set down her bag. "Eheheh; everyone already looks ready to go, huh?"
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Post by Tetsu Asterite on Feb 14, 2021 2:58:45 GMT -6
Ehehe, scritching the two doggos does make him happy. He wondered if they want any bellyrubs later. Bellyrubs are always nice! Even Riku often unable to resist him whenever he scritches his neck, chest and especially stomach! But now that Riku is far taller than him, he wonder how to go with it...?
"Ehehehe, it's fine if they love attentions! I have tons to give!"
<That is, false> Riku retorted, referring to Tetsu's tendency to get distracted very easily.
"Ah right, that reminds me... If Prince felt a bit out of place, um... I think I have someone who can help him! I'm not sure that his documents already passed or not, but I'm sure he could be a nice friend for him! His name is Rubedo."
<Rubedo, not a fighter> Riku would began <but his flames, pretty. Caring toward younger Pokemons. Best not to make angry.>
Technically Rubedo is probably one of few of his Pokemon that does not have mineral related name, but it's still alchemic related.
<Ice cream, will show later> Riku told Ettie as they arrived to the park. <Cold, but sweet. Go play, for now.>
Tetsu was glad that it's seem many of the dogs knows what is Frisbee! That's great! Verdelite looked around while admiring some Pokemon's fashion. Sarafina following her. Alexandrite merely looked around before deciding to flop himself near Pierre. The Galarian Ponyta simply greeted the Furfrou with slight neigh. Sphalerite meanwhile curiously following Riku, enticed by smell of food. Back to Tetsu, he's tossing his frisbee! The saucer made an arc as it flew. If not caught, it would return to Tetsu's waiting hand, but that's almost impossible right? Considering there are three eager Yampers after all!
<Hot dog?> Sphalerite pointed at the booth
<Too meaty, too heavy. Kebab is better> Riku answered.
<Kebab! Kebab good!> he licked his lips.
<Not forget good drink>
<Lemonade?>
<Not sure. Ettie, doglike. Dog no like lemon. Fruit juice, good. Tetsu, already drink fruit. Something else>
<Cold chocolate?>
<Sounds good!>
Looks like Riku and Sphalerite is discussing about foods and drinks while they both visited booth to booth.
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