MISSION 004 [SOUTHERN ROUTE 35 - ACTION/VIDEO]

[sculpted]

[[GOOD MORNING, JOHTO! Should you be watching your video feed this fine day, or in the vicinity of the outskirts of Goldenrod City, you'll soon catch sight of Alex Louis Armstrong posing dramatically in front of the camera, shirtless. Of course.]]

I have a marvel for you all today! My beautiful Stein has evolved into his final form!

[[And suddenly, popping up in front of the camera is....



....a swan in a purple bra. A sparkly purple bra.]]

Witness the way the sunlight catches his glossy feathers! The way the light sparkles across his wings! Have you ever seen such a magnificent sight, Johto?!

[[As Armstrong speaks, the Swanna goes through a series of triumphant poses. And if one looks closely, they might even see some....pink sparkles near his eyes? Could he have learned the art of the Armstrong sparkle, passed down in the Major's family for generations?]]

My Pokemon are now all in their final forms! And so I pose this question to you, noble viewers; what Gyms do you recommend we take on? We have been training our bodies firmly and dutifully in preparation for this day!

[[And behind him, Armstrong's team of Pokemon sit quietly, mostly looking amused at his display. Some look annoyed, but more at the Swanna's posing rather than their trainer.]]

Alternatively, should you wish to come and marvel at the sight that is the magnificent and beautiful Stein the Swanna, I welcome you all with open arms!

Comments

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[[Armstrong puts up a hand to stop Descole.]]

You needn't apologize for anything, Mr Descole. I'm sorry for burdening you with my issues; forgive me.

[[He turns to look back at his Pokemon, continuing to frown.]]

Oh it changed him alright. Changed him to the point where he murdered five superior officers and did 7 years in solitary confinement for it.

You need to stay away from him, Mr Descole.

[scientificflair]

...yes, I understand.

[And his tone implies that he does; at the same time, he can't say that he cares to dwell on the topic for now, so he shifts his focus toward the first few statements once that acknowledgement of the warning is out there.]

And I'm not exactly apologizing, Major Armstrong, nor do you need to apologize yourself. I asked you about the incident, so you're hardly burdening me in the first place - even if you were, I asked you to do so; clearly I don't mind.

No, that was more an expression of sympathy, my friend - as far as I'm concerned, you deserve at least that much.

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[[Armstrong nods silently, returning his gaze to Descole.]]

It's all in the past, Mr Descole. Sometimes, however, I wish it would just stay there. But I don't deserve that. I don't know if I ever will.

[[Clearing his throat, he searches for a quick topic change.]]

How do you know Archer and Kimblee, anyway?

[scientificflair]

[...Well. He hadn't realized how welcome a subject change would be until one finally happened; good god, Major.]

Ah, well - Mr. Kimblee is more one I know of, as he tends to be a little...hard to miss, when he posts to the network; we have a few mutual acquaintances, however, and so I've seen him in person here and there, as well as heard a good deal about him. As I've said, he seemed polite and rather charming, although I admit that he seems a bit...strange; what you've told me certainly does explain why.

As for Colonel Archer and I, we met over the network; he was rather helpful upon my arrival here. He's a little abrasive for my tastes most of the time, but in general he seems rather knowledgeable about the place, and he's not bad for conversation once in a while.

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Well. I ensure you that I'm not trying to scare you away from Kimblee, just....exercise caution around him. I can't think of a reason why he'd do you any harm, but be vigilant just in case. I would be most distressed if you were injured due to his....ways, Mr Descole.

[[Forcing a more pleasant expression on his face, Armstrong bows again.]]

After all, it's not often that I meet a man with such excellent taste!

[scientificflair]

Ah, likewise, Major, likewise.

[...that swan, tho...]

Might I ask where you obtained that one? He - is it a 'he'? I believe that's what you said earlier...either way! He isn't anything like what I've seen on the routes.

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[[....that beautiful swan tho ;w;]]

Ah, well! I hope you don't mind me bragging a little, but he's actually of a species that cannot be found in Johto; Swanna! Add that onto the fact that he's got a very rare colouration, well...I'm sure you understand why I like to show him off!

[[HAVE SOME MORE POSING FROM THIS DARN SWAN]]

What Pokemon do you train, Mr Descole?

[scientificflair]

Oh, believe me, I understand quite well.

[...Armstrong, honey, you are the sort of person that Team Rocket loves, albeit for horrible reasons; at least Descole has no personal desire to screw you over.]

As for myself - I find myself rather drawn to the steel-type; as one who specialized in both machines and swordsmanship back in England, I find that it plays into my interests quite well.

[sculpted]

[[....at least he's not your average ten-yo with a rare Pokemon? orz]]

Machines and swordsmanship, you say? Why, you are certainly a man of many talents, Mr Descole! You must show me some of your work sometime!