|
Post by Arthur Duncaté on Jun 28, 2011 18:39:17 GMT -5
"You were touching me! I came here to watch some battles! Not to be assaulted by some randomer with a freaky pokemon!" Arthur tightened his hands around his hat, gripping it tightly by his side. This was too much hassle. He needed to go someplace quiet, preferably somewhere near water, and then he can smoke his cigar and calm down. Actually he could go for some rum right now too.
Looking back at the grey-haired mans look of confusion, Arthur felt a twinge of regret, he does tend to blow things out of proportion, and he was only trying to help, he really had no basis to be angry at him. Argh, why must he be so emotionally (and mentally) stifled? Deciding to try and make amends, he turns to the other.
"Look," He sighed "Forget it, I'm leaving now. Theres no point arguing with someone I don't know and will never meet again." he paused to shrug and place his flamboyant hat back on his head, patting it down so it won't fall off.
|
|
|
Post by Ezekiel Sparrow on Jun 28, 2011 18:49:21 GMT -5
"There's no point arguing with someone I don't know and will never meet again."
Zeke blinked slowly, before standing up and holding out his hand to the other man, smiling slightly. No point losing a possible friend, especially when he already knew absolutely no one, and this guy seemed fun. Quick to explode, sure, but fun. And nice when he stopped... yelling. And whimpering. Wow, okay.
"Hello! I'm Ezekiel Sparrow, but you can call me Zeke. Nice to meet you."
|
|
|
Post by Arthur Duncaté on Jun 28, 2011 19:06:34 GMT -5
Arthur stared at the offered hand for a while, narrowing his eyes at the owner. After a few seconds he relaxed his shoulders and grabbed the stranger's- no, Ezekiel's hand. He shook Ezeiel's hand vigourously as he said, "Ezekiel huh? Well Ezekiel," At this he released his grip and flipped his black hair in an effeminate manner, then placed his hands on his hips. Smugly, he said "Ye may address me as Commodore Arthur Duncaté of East Slateport!" He grinned at the other "May the Sea guide ye, lad. No matter which direction yer ship be going"
With that he span around quickly, so his long coat could swish dramatically behind him, and he started walking off, throwing a hand casually over his shoulder as a show of goodbye. "Fare thee well lad."
It was only after he had left the stadium did he realise, he had paid to go in, but ended up missing all of the show. he threw his hat to the ground in anger and blamed his fate on the man that had managed to distract him so well. Well, at least he never has to see him again.
|
|
|
Post by Ezekiel Sparrow on Jun 28, 2011 19:18:58 GMT -5
Unable to stop the smile spreading across his face, Zeke returned the handshake, feeling a little in awe at the title of "Commodore". An actual pirate! He was a little jealous, if he was honest, that seemed such an amazing life to lead. And the treasure must be so shiny, too...
Zeke waved a little too enthusiastically as Arthur left, calling after him "Bye, Commodore! May the Sea... something intelligent! And useful!" He kept smiling, sitting back down and watching the show. This was shaping up to be quite a good day after all.
|
|
|
Post by Tamsin Shale on Jun 29, 2011 3:46:59 GMT -5
As the Hitmonchan arced through the air towards Cloyster a smile spread out across Tamsin's face. "You see the problem with jumping at your opponent," she called out, watching the fist glowing green with energy, "Is that once you commit to it, you have a very obvious movement pattern, and it's very difficult to change direction."
If Tamsin could get the attacker on the defensive, then she would truly have the upper hand. Time to teach him a lesson for being so hasty. "Use Surf!"
The violet shell split open, just a crack, and two glowing eyes shone from within, a brilliant sapphire blue. Suddenly, a huge wall of water sprung from the dirt and stone that littered the floor, blocking the Hitmonchan's path. If it didn't maneuver fast, it would hit the blockade head on...
|
|
|
Post by Nyght Zasq on Jun 29, 2011 8:23:22 GMT -5
Nyght had been waiting for an attack from the Defense, and was more ready than some may have anticipated.
"Thankfully I'm the ATK leader, not Speed! Hitmonchan, Ice Punch your way through!"
With a switch of the wrist Hitmonchan landed a solid Ice Punch on the raging Surf, and the little he hit froze over easily and became easy to shatter. Hitmonchan made it easy to get by, breaking the ice he created with its other fist and refreezing any water.
After a great effort, Hitmonchan finally got close. Nyght yelled out, "Mega Punch while it's still open!"
|
|
|
Post by Tamsin Shale on Jun 29, 2011 11:37:47 GMT -5
As one fist smashed through the wall that was now made of ice, the other swung forward with a sickly green glow that smashed into Cloyster's shell and sent her rolling across the dirt. She smashed into a boulder and a cloud of dust erupted into the air.
Tamsin blew her fringe out of her eyes and grinned. "Didn't even break a sweat, but thanks for the range boost. Cloyster, Ice Beam!"
A steely blue beacon gleamed from within the dust cloud, a layer of frost forming on the surrounding terrain. A beam cracked out, dispersing the dust and heading straight for Hitmonchan.
|
|
|
Post by Nyght Zasq on Jun 29, 2011 13:18:37 GMT -5
The hit was successful, no doubt about it. But Cloyster's defense had kept the worst from happening, which would have helped Nyght a lot...
The Ice Beam had Nyght a bit concerned though. "Fire Punch and dodge it!" Nyght called out.
Hitmonchan held up a newly lit fist and held it out in front of him, but thanks to the range the Ice Beam had the extra boost. Hitmonchan couldn't hold on long enough to make a quick getaway and had to take the blunt of the attack. Hitmonchan fell back, somewhat hurt.
It didn't help that Cloyster had range attacks and Hitmonchan did not. Nyght had to cover the distance. "Hitmonchan, quick, Drain Punch!"
Hitmonchan made a speedy recovery and ran forward, ready to land a Drain Punch in Cloyster's open shell. Hopefully this would end it all...
|
|
|
Post by Tamsin Shale on Jun 29, 2011 13:37:34 GMT -5
"Cloyster, get up into the air!" Tamsin yelled, and Cloyster abided. She couldn't stay airbourne for long, but she couldn't let that Drain Punch connect.
Tamsin had never understood how Cloysters float, but it was an ability that she often exploited. With Cloyster high above, the Hitmonchan's fist missed entirely. That was definitely a good thing, as the rock that it hit was reduced to rubble.
Cloyster was already starting to drop back down to earth, and Tamsin needed to move quickly. The Hitmonchan was directly below, a sitting duck. Hopefully it's reactions were delayed.
"Cloyster, again, Ice Beam!"
Again, the energy began to build, but this time the audience could see the sphere materialize on the tip of Cloyster's horn. The spike glowed with power, a bright white, before the sphere burst forth towards the ground.
|
|
|
Post by Nyght Zasq on Jun 29, 2011 23:15:03 GMT -5
"Get out of there Hitmonchan!" It didn't need telling twice to get Hitmonchan to move. The Ice Beam attack was much closer, and it didn't give much room for movement. Thankfully the Fighting Type managed to get out of the way before any real damage was done. Cloyster had begun to lower itself, and Nyght knew it was now or never. "Hitmonchan, Mega Punch!" (cue Tamsin )
|
|
|
Post by Tamsin Shale on Jun 30, 2011 15:39:47 GMT -5
This was getting ridiculous! The Hitmonchan was too fast! There was no way that Cloyster would be able to hit it with anything. It's all fine and dandy being able to take any hits your opponent throws, but if you can't damage them back then you might as well forfeit. But there was no way that Tamsin could do that. Not on the first match up. Not with Cloyster, one of her most powerful Pokemon.
Cloyster hit the ground hard, but nothing enough to phase her. Tamsin was running out of time as that Mega Punch quickly closed the gap on what could be a game changing hit. There was not enough time to charge an Ice Beam, and no way to dodge. Nothing to do but-
"Cloyster, withdraw! Catch it's fist!" she yelled, and that solid shell clamped down - just in time. Hitmonchan's gloved fist was gripped tightly, trapped in Cloyster's defense. It couldn't move. It couldn't dodge.
Although she was stunned that it had actually worked, a smile returned to Tamsin's face. "Let's see you get your ass out of this one!" she jeered at Nyght. "Again Cloyster, Ice Beam!"
|
|
|
Post by Nyght Zasq on Jun 30, 2011 21:39:55 GMT -5
Now THIS was unexpected.
With one swift movement Hitmonchan went from having a heavy blow to of power to becoming... well, stuck.
It was almost humorous to watch. Hitmonchan was struggling to free his fist, but it was useless. He could not move, dodge, get away.
When the Ice Beam hit, it hit hard. But Hitmonchan went down well, knowing it had been defeated.
Nyght withdrew it immediately, barely giving the ref a chance to declare the winner. "You did very well Hitmonchan."
He then looked at Tamsin, and had a huge grin. "I'll hand it to you, that's the most unusual loss I've had to take! But this is not over just yet!"
(reaction time~)
|
|
|
Post by Lorna McKinley on Jul 3, 2011 16:40:48 GMT -5
Lorna whistled as Tamsin claimed her first win. She knew Defence would be a tricky state to overcome with brute force alone but damn that had been an intense matchup!
"Atta girl Tamsin!" she hollered. She leaned forward in her chair and rested her arms on the edge of the Champion's box. It had only been the first battle and she was already just as pumped as she had been for Soren and Tobias' match - this gym leaders really knew how to put on a good show!
|
|
|
Post by Evelyn Cherry-Holme on Jul 4, 2011 13:57:40 GMT -5
(Guys, just keep going, don't bother with reaction posts :> I think we should just get this over and done with now xD)
|
|
|
Post by Nyght Zasq on Jul 5, 2011 12:15:58 GMT -5
(you got it!)
Nyght did not hesitate to pull out his next Pokemon.
"Go! Manectric!"
In a beam of red energy the blue and yellow electric type came out with a roar, ready for action.
|
|