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MISSION 008 [VIDEO/ACTION FOR JUST OUTSIDE GOLDENROD CITY]
[The feed opens to the sight of a rather frazzled-looking Alex Louis Armstrong, who is in the middle of placing his Gear down on a flat surface. He’s shirtless, squatting down in front of the camera with a bemused expression on his face.]
Greetings, my friends! I was wondering if any of you had advice for dealing with a Pokemon who doesn’t really-
[Suddenly, Armstrong rises quickly, twists, and opens his arms, just in time to take a rather furious charge from a rather furious Mamoswine. Digging his feet into the earth, Armstrong fights to keep the Pokemon from trampling him, managing to stay standing and refusing to budge. Grunting and growling, the two struggle for a minute before the beast backs off, galloping away to prepare for another attempt.
Wiping sweat from his brow, Armstrong places his hands on his hips and turns back to the camera, exasperated.]
-doesn’t...really seem to like you all that much. I raised my dear Seldi from an egg, but she’s never taken to me.
[In the background, Seldi is scraping a foot against the ground, kicking up a small cloud of dust as she prepares to charge once more. Armstrong’s frown deepens; he doesn’t appear scared, just frustrated.]
I must admit that I am at a loss at what to do. Nothing seems to help! So, if any of you have been in this situation before and have any advice, it would be most appreciated-!!!
[The next charge is far faster than the last and far more aggressive, the Mamoswine roaring angrily as she pounds towards her trainer, who grimaces and prepares to intercept her, fists flexing. Again, she slams her tusks into him, but even with all her force he manages to stop her cold, dirt piling up around his boots as he forcefully digs his feet into the ground, sweat pouring down his back as he fights to stay up, teeth clenched and (exceptionally beautiful) muscles straining.
For a moment it looks like she might have overwhelmed him, as Armstrong drops to one knee, but it’s all part of his plan; suddenly unbalanced by the lack of force from one side, Seldi stumbles, allowing her trainer to hurl her sideways onto the ground. Once she’s down, he collapses onto hands and knees for a moment, panting, before straightening up and returning his eyes to the camera.]
Thank you very much for listening.
Greetings, my friends! I was wondering if any of you had advice for dealing with a Pokemon who doesn’t really-
[Suddenly, Armstrong rises quickly, twists, and opens his arms, just in time to take a rather furious charge from a rather furious Mamoswine. Digging his feet into the earth, Armstrong fights to keep the Pokemon from trampling him, managing to stay standing and refusing to budge. Grunting and growling, the two struggle for a minute before the beast backs off, galloping away to prepare for another attempt.
Wiping sweat from his brow, Armstrong places his hands on his hips and turns back to the camera, exasperated.]
-doesn’t...really seem to like you all that much. I raised my dear Seldi from an egg, but she’s never taken to me.
[In the background, Seldi is scraping a foot against the ground, kicking up a small cloud of dust as she prepares to charge once more. Armstrong’s frown deepens; he doesn’t appear scared, just frustrated.]
I must admit that I am at a loss at what to do. Nothing seems to help! So, if any of you have been in this situation before and have any advice, it would be most appreciated-!!!
[The next charge is far faster than the last and far more aggressive, the Mamoswine roaring angrily as she pounds towards her trainer, who grimaces and prepares to intercept her, fists flexing. Again, she slams her tusks into him, but even with all her force he manages to stop her cold, dirt piling up around his boots as he forcefully digs his feet into the ground, sweat pouring down his back as he fights to stay up, teeth clenched and (exceptionally beautiful) muscles straining.
For a moment it looks like she might have overwhelmed him, as Armstrong drops to one knee, but it’s all part of his plan; suddenly unbalanced by the lack of force from one side, Seldi stumbles, allowing her trainer to hurl her sideways onto the ground. Once she’s down, he collapses onto hands and knees for a moment, panting, before straightening up and returning his eyes to the camera.]
Thank you very much for listening.
[ video ]
[SORRY JUST. LET HIM SPARKLE ABOUT THAT FOR A BIT, OBVIOUSLY YOUR HUSBAND IS A TRUE MAN AND WORTHY OF YOUR LOVE]
Perhaps I should take a leaf out of his book and continue these bouts of wrestling with Seldi, in order to show her that I am worthy of being her trainer! Her affection may be hard to win, but that makes it all the more worthwhile!
[....meanwhile, in the background, the Mamoswine is...looking insanely unimpressed with this latest display of...
...Armstrong...ness...]
Your passion inspires me greatly, madam! Tell me, what did your husband fight to prove himself to you?
[ video ]
I think you definitely should! [ even if her opinion is hideously biased. ] Show her you'll win her over no matter what she throws at you! Even if you were trapped in a fire you would never abandon her! That's the dedication of a true man!
[ ...don't take her too literally, even if she does kind of mean it literally. ]
He fought some tigers! And a few of the generals helped too...and then he fought me! [ she is so proud of her husband ♥ ] Oh! And please call me Xiaoqiao, my lord.
[ video ]
To earn your love by defeating you in battle...is there no better way to bond with a future spouse?!
[....pro...bably....but the other ways don't matter]
It is truly an honour to meet you, Mrs Xiaoqiao! In honour of this new friendship, I will do my best to show Seldi that I am a true and loyal Pokemon trainer worthy of her companionship!!
[....
yep she's still looking pretty damn annoyed over there, OH WELL]
Pray tell, is your husband here with you today? I would love to meet such a man!
[ video ]
I'm so happy to have met such a dedicated man like yourself, and Seldi as well! [ hi, grouchy sort of elephant pokemon thing! she has character, Xiaoqiao thinks. ]
Oh... [ hey look, a little bit of that energy dies down. ] No, he isn't... It looks like this world didn't bring him with me.
[ video ]
[This is terrible news! He's ready to burst into tears on your behalf!]
Forgive me for bringing up such a sore topic, my dear; I didn't realise! Truly, as beautiful as this place is, below the kindly facade beats a cruel, cruel heart! To separate you from your dear husband....!!!
[let him just
compose himself
...
it's just really sad]
Have faith; I know you two lovebirds will be reunited one day! Time does not pass back home while we are here, so he will not be missing you! Worry not!!
[ video ]
You don't have to worry about me! I heard about the time thingie so...at least I don't have to worry about my husband! [ even if she thinks it's terribly unfair that he won't miss her when she most definitely misses him. ]
Until I can return to my love's side I will do my best here! [ so cheer up! ]
[ video ]
That is the sort of spirit I like to see! We must embrace this new opportunity we have been given and rise to our full potential as noble Pokemon Trainers!
[god if he wasn't already shirtless he would be whipping it off so hard!!
...maybe he could put it back on, then rip it off....]
I have the utmost faith that you will make your husband proud, Mrs Xiaoqiao! Tell me, how long have you been in Johto?
[ video ]
[ for some reason...she wants to clap every time he so much as flexes. if he put his shirt on and whipped it off she'd probably clap too. ]
I've been here nine days now! There's still much for me to learn about this world!
[ video ]
[...let him just. pause and think for a moment...]
...fourteen months! My goodness, how the time has flown...nowadays I barely think of home. I don't think I could ever forget it, however.
[He still wears the uniform, after all.]
Please know that should you ever have any questions about this world, I can do my best to answer them for you! I do have a bit of experience now, ohoho~
[ video ]
Oh, thank you! I'll definitely keep that in mind, I can use all the help offered since this world is so different from my home.