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Post by Dmitri Khvostov on Jul 19, 2015 19:09:36 GMT
"Alright, they should all be here within the hour!" He finished dialing all their numbers in, finishing his draft and sending it out to them via pokenav. I hope they're closer than their updates suggest. He flipped his phone shut, and turned back to face Usagi. They were sitting together, alone, in the depths of Granit Cave.
"You said your brother couldn't be too far behind, right?~ I guess that means we don't have much time left alone with each other." He grew a little more somber as he finished the sentence, but sitting here with Usagi cleared his head and allowed him to think. The sound of the ocean waters outside pounding against the bluffs was hypnotizing.
"I wonder how Sylvester will feel when he realizes I paired him with Risu." He chuckled, and imagined him being distrought and distrustful of the matching. Perhaps Scizor would change his mind at that. Risu shouldn't be discounted so easily.
He leaned against Usa then, trying to get a vibe going. But he supposed Usagi wasn't interested, now that Risu and Sylvester were bound to appear any minute now. Ah well, it was fun while it lasted.
Now he merely grew impatient waiting on the rest of them to arrive. Twiddling his thumbs together, he started counting backwards from one-hundred. If they're not here by then, I'm giving Usagi a peck on the cheek. He rarely went against his word.
He wasn't quite sure if he should hope they arrived before he finished counting; Usagi might slap him for something like this. Ugh... Dmitri's cheek wasn't made for abuse. Where are they already?!
Usa looked impatiently at the watch on his pokenav. His brother promised he would be there for the battle, but minutes passed the rendezvous time and he still hasn't showed up. He sighed as he began to pace. I bet he's out somewhere eating or catching Pokemon...wonder what he's caught...
He looked over at Dmitri: "I'm sure Risu will be here soon--I'm sure of it", he said in an impatient tone. With nothing else to do, he planted his butt on a rock and folded his arms. Absol stood next to him like a guard dark, just incase any strange Pokemon or people decided to try anything funny...
Post by Sylvester Blackburne on Jul 20, 2015 2:15:08 GMT
Sylvester had just gotten out of the Dewford pokemon center when Dmitri hit him up with a text. The way it was worded, it sounded as if other people were going to be there. 'I should've told him I am not good company to keep.' Yet, the implication of a battle aroused his curiosities, so of course Sylvester would be going to Granite Cave anyways. 'I hope they're not some random kids he picked up.' Sylvester was looking for ways to test himself.
Upon arriving within the cave, he used a flashlight to see things better. It wasn't long before he noticed a pokemon standing next to two trainers. "Yo, Dmitri." Sylvester was sure he would know who he was, even if the flashlight was probably blinding him for a moment before Sylvester turned it off. "We still waiting on someone?" He looked towards the other trainer, at least that was what he took the peach-haired male for. "Nice to meet you...?" Sylvester's body and tone suggested he was looking for the peach-haired male to give his name.
Risu had been used to being the last one to arrive to a scene of the crime. After all he was the one that was someone forced to come he didn't like hanging around Dimitri but it sounded like Usa wanted him there. The real reason he was late was due to eating after all you can't battle on an empty stomach right? What was the reason for them even coming here for a battle he had already proven himself to Dimitri that he was no fool.
The boy simply danced around the sand inside of the cave is where he was wanted and needed what could he need? He looked at his team before him and smiled they were getting stronger and he was no where near the amount of strength of Syndra but he could see the potential. "Oi! oi! I'm here." He looked towards the other people he really only cared about his brother being there. "I am Risu Keji" He extended his hand to Sylvester. There wasn't too much to say after all that was the only person he didn't know that.
Post by Dmitri Khvostov on Jul 20, 2015 17:07:11 GMT
Ninety-seven, Ninety-eight, Ninety-... Oh, look who's here. He gawked at Sylvester's flashlight, dazed as his retinas were scarred by the intense light. I never understood what this was supposed to be. He could see a blotch of purple overlapping what was actually set before him: Sylvester and Risu exchanging a handshake as he pulled Usagi up from the rock to stand with him.
"I was thinking, we're all trying to get better, right?" It was a simple enough explanation, really, one that would go smoothly and transition into their battle soon enough. "But it takes a lot of training, so I figured why not see how we do in a Double Battle? Three on three teams, for a total of six on either side. It wasn't unalike traditional team versus team battling except that there would be two pokemon at a time independently guided by two separate trainers.
Y'know, I haven't ever seen any of Usagi's pokemon other than Zubat and Absol. He wondered if his partner was even equipped for this battle. Worst case scenario, it would be a single double battle. Still worth the training.
"Since we showed up first, Usa and I get to pick teams, so we're Team1!" Number 1 because we're going to win! Dmitri tightened his grip on Usagi's hand, trying to remind himself that win or lose, he was still a winner.
It's time to get this show on the road!
"So Risu and Sylvester, you're on Team 2!" He pointed at them, expecting their compliance. Dmitri switched his eyes between the three of them, and considered them some of his most steadfast friends. Well, they showed up anyways.
Usa tilted his head to the side as he examined the stranger's face. This must be Sylvester, he thought as he tried to gage what the man was about by studying his body language. He seemed friendly enough. He greeted Dmitri pretty casually...
...Usa, he replied quickly. I'm Usa. Nice to meet you. He leaned in closer for a handshake.
I guess that means only Risu... His face lit up at the sight of his brother walking towards the group. You're late! Usa yelled, as he ran over to meet his brother. With a grin that spread from ear to ear, and eyes that shimmered from the excitement of being reunited with his look-alike, Usa wrapped his arms around Risu and gave him a bearhug. One would think they hadn't seen each other in years.
Where've you been, Usa hummed as he hoisted his brother off the ground and spun him around. I've missed you! This lasted for a few seconds well, until Dmitri began to explain why he had organized the get together. Dropping his brother to his feet, Usa smiled and nodded as Dmitri spoke. As soon as Dmitri was done speaking, he tilted his head and gave a salute. Aye aye captain... He flashed a smile at his brother and then walked over to Dmitri. Guess we get to demonstrate our growth since route 101, right Risu!?
Post by Sylvester Blackburne on Jul 21, 2015 23:27:00 GMT
Sylvester wasted no time giving Usa's hand a brief shake, letting go so that he could be reunited with his kin. Sylvester did not share the same enthusiasm, instead prying a pokeball from the confines of his trench coat and releasing the pokemon inside at the mention of demonstrating their growth since Route 101. 'Looks like I get to see whether or not they're any good myself.' With one on his team and another pitted against him, he would be able to see their experience from both sides of the battle.
"I'll start off with Flint. Feel free to take advantage of knowing what my first pokemon in this double battle will be." Perhaps this was a foolish move, but Sylvester wanted Dmitri to know he was going to do his very best to win. Having witnessed the strength of Sylvester's Combusken first-hand, Dmitri would likely take the hint.
Risu had an idea seemed like Sylvester wasn't too keen on saying hello to him as a partner. How rude can some people get? Looks like he was going to be on the rude man's team. He looked dead down seeing a Combuskin be sent out. Going straight off the bat with his strongest pokemon wasn't the sharpest of ideas. He just had to go out there with someone a bit weaker.
He reached to the back of his pokeball and tossed it out. Atsu the sandshrew she was ready to hit center stage. He was more curious on what his brother would do in a battle the two of them didn't quite have the knack for double battles with each other maybe with others they would. "Alright Atsu let's show them what we're made of!"
Post by Dmitri Khvostov on Jul 22, 2015 20:46:18 GMT
"Let's go with... Broski!" It wasn't an easy choice; he always instinctively reached for Abra, but he didn't have a single Psychic-type move as of yet. However, Broski had something none of them would be prepared for.
"Usa, maybe use Zubat for this one?~" He hated feeling like Usagi shouldn't have a choice of his own, but Broski had learned something special just for this sort of ocassion. It would be a shame to ruin Usa's fun with an ill-advised pairing.
"Alright, looks like everyone's set." I just hope those two start getting along better. It seemed like Risu was put off by Sylvester for a moment. Why was that? Maybe Sylvester had neglected to return the handshake Risu offered so generously.
So... who's going to make the first move? Swinub was loafing about, daunted by the Combusken and yet the Sandshrew did little to move him. Both have weaknesses against Broski, but Combusken is strong against him too. It wasn't an easy choice.
"Broski, set the pace with Powder Snow." Is it smart to be using this... inside a cave? He wondered if it would insulate the cold, and freeze them all alive. Oh dear. Hopefully they were all warm enough, despite the rampantly freezing enviornment. "S-s-sorry!" Even I'm shivering.
Broski used Powder Snow! x2 Strikes all adjacent targets.
The call for which Pokemon to choose for the first round wasn't such a tough one. It was pretty obvious to Usa that a Zubat would have the upper-hand against a Combusken and a Sanshrew. Assuming neither of them knew a rock-type move, of course.
Still, at Dmitri's request, Usa smiled and nodded as if he wasn't already planning on using his Zubat. She probably would have popped out on her own if I didn't choose her, anyway. His lips slowly curled into a smirk as he reached for the tiny bat's pokeball. Take the spotlight, Dani he yelled, as the Pokemon emerged from a brilliant white light.
The tiny Zubat was surprised. She had never heard her trainer so enthused when he called for her. This made her little heart tingle. With a smile on her face, she fluttered about joyously as she awaited his command.
Usa braced himself for another one of Dani's kisses. When it didn't happen, his draw dropped. It was startling to see the Pokemon fluttering about much like a normal flying Pokemon would. But, this was just not his Zubat. Not his Dani. He flung his arms wide open and called out for the Zubat to come. Hesitantly, she flew into his embrace. This made her feel warm and energized. Give it your all, he uttered as he slowly released his hold, allowing the Pokemon to return to the battlefield. Now then, let's get this battle started...
As soon as Dmitri made the first move, Usa followed with the second. He called out to the tiny bat to use supersonic on his brother's Sandshrew. He continued by ordering a wing attack on Sylvester's Combusken.
Post by Sylvester Blackburne on Jul 22, 2015 23:07:29 GMT
Apparently Dmitri was ready for the challenge, as him and his first pokemon, Broski, came out swinging "Flint, dodge that first attack." Jumping up into the air, the snow hurried swiftly below the Combusken, barely stopping at Sylvester. 'That wasn't nice...'
"Flint, use ember before you land." As his pokemon came down, a shower of fire spread over the immediate vicinity surrounding the Swinub. Landing soon, however, another burst of snow rolled by and Combusken was caught in it's way. The bipedal bird let out a mad scream, though was still on it's feet and ready to keep going. "Use another ember." That was about all Sylvester and his Combusken could do for the time being.
'I wonder what Risu has up his sleeve...'
Blaze - Lv.20 - Mildly Injured Flint dodges Powder-Snow (1/2 dodges used)! Flint uses Ember! Flint is hurt by Powder-Snow! Flint is hurt by Wing Attack! Flint uses Ember!
He merely squinted he couldn't see too well there was no point to pull out his glasses he gleamed towards Atsu who started pumping her own chest she was usually nervous but didn't want to lose to her strange friend that was met the same time she was. That Zubat her friend was now her enemy.
Risu examined the situation for once he would be reactive instead of proactive. He watched as the Swinub was the first to take battle using Powder snow. He had wondered if that Swinub had gotten stronger from the last time they had battled. He gripped his fist and called out to Atsu. "Dodge the Powder Snow with Rollout!" The small rodent managed to avoid the first attack by rolling onward to the ceiling , however could not avoid the second one causing a large amount of damage to her. Broski has definitely gotten stronger since the last time.
"Rollout again!" He pointed towards the Zubat, his brother wouldn't fall for this strategy so easily it was clear he would most likely have the first pokemon to fall. The ground type rolled at a great speed before bouncing into the air attempting to land on top of Zubat to bring his flight to an end. Before long a loud pitch strung his own ears which was sure to hit Atsu. A super sonic!? Guess confusion was his brothers route this time.
Hey black hair, we are gonna need a strategy. I'll save it for my third pokemon, will you back me up?"
Post by Dmitri Khvostov on Jul 25, 2015 18:10:40 GMT
"Go ahead and let Ember strike you, you're ready." Thick Fat should keep him stable, right? Eyeing Swinub warily incase it was a miscalculation, he was gladdened to see his bravura undiminished by the attack. Good, hang in there. He glanced towards Sandshrew and Combusken. One was nearly down for the count, though it had made some devastating attacks against Dani.
"Is she alright?" Broski was seared by another Ember but it wasn't nearly as effective as it could've been. This might not be the best idea ever, but... "Another Powder Snow!" It was aiming for Sandshrew, but the adjacent target Combusken was still caught in the crossfire.
"Alright, Bowser it's your turn!" He retrieved Swinub from the situation and sent out Skorupi. He clittered across the rocky cave floor and clamped his claws, eager to put the squeeze on something. "Use Bite on whatever replaces Sandshrew!" That's assuming he truly is down for the count. It seemed to be the case, at any rate.
Broski was hit by Ember! x2 Powder Snow @ Sandshrew & Combusken 10% to Freeze targets. Dmitri swapped Broski with Bowser! Bowser used Bite @ Risu's pokemon!
BROSKI
LEVEL 21 | MALE
ABILITY : thick fat HP STATUS : injured (~55%) BTL STATUS : -- MOVES : odor sleuth, tackle, mud shot, freeze-dry, powder snow, earthquake DODGES LEFT : 2/2
BOWSER
LEVEL 19 | MALE
ABILITY : battle armor HP STATUS : healthy (100%) BTL STATUS : -- MOVES : bite, leer, poison sting, knock off, acupressure, pin missile DODGES LEFT : 2/2
LAIKA OF GANGNAM STYLE
Usa Keji, Sylvester Blackburne, Risu Keji Say what their target is with @ "___" please, makes keeping track much easier though I won't get nitpicky if you don't, just a request really!<3 Also Risu Keji you can ignore levels if you want. I don't mind we're free form after all.<3
At the sound of Usa's command, and without a moment's delay, Zubat dropped her altitude and spun out of the way of Sandshrew's rollout. Her wings flapped vigorously as she quickly stabilized herself in the air. Good job,Usa shouted as his excitement for the battle caused him to leap into the air. Now attack Combusken with wing attack!
The tiny bat wasted no time. She dashed towards the Combusken with killer intent. As she flew, a subtle whistling sound echoed throughout the cave. As soon as she was close enough to her target, she extended her wings and stiffened them, making them almost as sharp as blades. One after the other, she slashed at the Combusken with her wings...
Post by Sylvester Blackburne on Jul 28, 2015 7:35:49 GMT
Sylvester decided to play things safe, commanding Flint to avoid the Powder-Snow. "Get out of the way, Flint!" With sheer speed alone, the Combusken was able to avoid the ice type attack all-together. Once Dmitri had decided to use a different pokemon, he decided to go all out in order to take down the pokemon. "Use a double serving of your ember attack on that Skorupi!" Within a few moments, a barrage of embers battered down upon the field of battle like rain. Once one wave was over and done with, another followed just a step behind.
"A strategy?" Sylvester noticed his teammate calling over to him. "Maybe attack the same pokemon?" That would certainly make things go by quicker, though it left the other open to attacking as he saw fit. Not to mention, they could always mimic their tactics. 'We probably shouldn't be saying this sort of thing aloud...maybe next time we'll have to discuss the battle plan before actually going on with the battle.' Observing the opposing pokemon carefully, he waited to resume attacking.
Blaze - Lv.20 - Injured Flint dodges Powder-Snow (2/2 dodges used)! Flint is hurt by Wing-Attack! Flint is hurt by Wing-Attack! Flint uses Ember @ Bowser! Flint uses Ember @ Bowser!
