sculpted | 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.

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[...given that he's actually in the city proper, it actually makes sense to video this...]

Have you considered not trying to use her at all, or trading her to someone who she seems to get on decently with? At some point, it really just stops being worth it.

My Hoot Hoot hated me ever since I caught it, but once I tried to tell it to leave, he warmed up to me all the sudden. Then we got attacked by Jigglypuffs and he saved me. That was pretty cool.

[Honestly when it comes to Armstrong, video is usually the safest option....]

Mr Archibald, I can't just give up on her! That would be far too callous!

[Even though she just...tried to kill him, um]

Besides, I'm sure it's nothing too serious. We're just going through a rough patch.

Hmm....I would prefer to not have to use such harsh tactics. It doesn't seem fair.

[NEITHER IS TRYING TO TRAMPLE YOU but nbd]

My idea was that if Walter hated me so much, maybe he'd go find a trainer he liked better. It just worked out that way.

[.......hmm. Interesting thought.]

I can see the merit in that line of thinking, but...

[Dammit, his other nineteen Pokemon love him! Why does this one seem to hate him? Especially when his muscles are so beautiful!]

I'd much rather save that as a last resort, and I don't think we're quite at that point yet.

_{[Henry looks thoughtful. Now that he's spoken up, he's trying not to be intimidated by the Major because jeeebus.]}

Maybe find a pet-psychic?

Ah, you mean like one of those 'Psychic' types? I have actually been pondering them, lately, since I'm yet to train a Pokemon of that type.

[Don't worry Henry, he's harmless! Well, as long as you stay on his good side, which is....really really easy, sadly enough...]

Are there any that you recommend?

No, I mean pet-psychics. Like, people who can talk to pets--er, pokemon I guess. I'm sure there's gotta be some around here somewhere.

Maybe she wants you to prove yourself to her! [ though he seems plenty strong from that little broadcast... she's staring at those bulging muscles a bit. ]

Or um, maybe treats? Xiao'yu seems to be liking me a bit better with some treats. [ when in doubt, use food. but Xiaoqiao is the simple sort. ]

I see what you mean now! While that would certainly solve the problem, I am unaware of any such 'Pokemon-psychics'.

[Which is a bummer, really.]

I don't suppose you've heard of any, even just through rumours?

[Don't be afraid to stare; he knows his muscle are simply fascinating!!]

Alas, I have tried using treats, but it's useless! She simply refuses!

[Really, he's at a complete loss.]

How do you think I could prove myself to her?

[...It's something he's seen plenty of times before, both from personal experience and with other trainers. Applejack's 'Dozer comes to mind. Pardon Riku if he shuddered a little-- if Armstrong weren't so... well, massive, those charges could've flattened him.]

So she was like that even as a Swinub?

Um... I could try talking to her, if you want...

You...you took it down with your bare hands!

[ yeah don't worry, she isn't afraid to stare. this man is more built than Huang Gai. ]

Hm... my husband fought me to prove himself to me! [ did she just compare herself to a pokemon? there must be something more fitting... how did Guan Yu tame Red Hare? ]

You just have to show her you won't give up on her no matter what! Show her how strong you are! And also show her how important she is to you! [ have an encouraging fist pump. ]

When my Alun was a Pidgey, he didn't like anyone really. I gave him some responsibility to show I trusted him, and he warmed up to me after that. He is still fairly grumpy, though.

_{[Henry wilts slightly and shakes his head.]}

No, sir...maybe you could check the newspaper or something.

[Well...that happened. Honestly, if she was one for giving out compliments she'd say that was impressive.]

Have you tried asserting your authority? None of mine have given me any problems, mostly because they know better. If she sees you as a push-over, then she's going to walk all over you.

No matter how far you can throw her.

_{[... Wow. She's had her issues with aggressive, disagreeable Pokemon, but she's never actually had one that's attacked her out of pure rage before. Unless you count that thing with the Totodile....]

[So she's torn between being sympathetic, and impressed at the fact that he can fight that massive thing off with brute strength alone.]}

... Jeez... she REALLY looks mad...

What have you tried so far?

[And at that, Armstrong perks up...almost instantly because he does that, um]

Of course! The newspaper! How could I have not thought of that?

I suppose I could make it the topic of my next broadcast, too! How clever you are, my friend!

I just guessed...we can't be the only people who've had pokemon that hate them.

Your husband fought to prove himself to you! How magnificent!

[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?

[Armstrong nods grimly, crossing his arms over his chest.]

She was always angry and standoffish, but it really only came to this level of aggression once she evolved to her final form. I can't get her to do a thing I say.

[...that's because she's got a Rocket Microchip, but Armstrong doesn't know that...]

Have you ever suffered this sort of thing from any of your Pokemon, my friend?

[...!!]

You can talk to Pokemon, miss?

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