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Post by Jacob on Nov 3, 2010 0:01:00 GMT -5
Nathara winced slightly at the loud noise of the impact. The snubbull wasn't going to be happy about her home being damaged. As she predicted, the pokemon was shocked and angered by the mess.
"Sorry..."
It was doubtful that her quiet apology would be heard by the snubbull, but it didn't hurt.
Orbit watched in interest as his opponent wagged her tail cutely, his mind instantly aware of the move's negative effect. His defense fell, which was very unfortunate, considering that the snubbull's species had very high attack.
As the normal type charged forward in an attempt to bite him, he quickly formulated a strategy. While his opponent was very attack heavy, she severely lacked when it came to speed. Speed just happened to be his strength. If he could simply avoid the attacks, he could theoretically last long enough to come out victorious. He rolled to the side, and out of the charging pokemon's way.
"Use Tackle again!"
Tackle was the stronger of Orbit's two offensive moves. As long as his attack wasn't penalized, they could rely on it.
::voltorb::
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Post by Black Ranger Talis on Nov 3, 2010 8:13:08 GMT -5
Snubbull snarled as the Voltorb slammed into her with the Tackle, then stepped back a little, opening her mouth to reveal her fearsome fangs. Although short, they were sharp and gleaming. >You insubordinate fiend!< she snarled, four of her teeth glowing a bright red, a heat haze forming around her. Rushing towards the Voltorb, she kept her eye on the prize. As Queen, she had to know how to battle, and she knew that the first rule of battle was to always keep your opponent in your sights. This was foremost in her thoughts as she tried to latch her heated canines around the Voltorb's durable form. ::snubbull:: Snubbull used Fire Fang. [/B]
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Post by Jacob on Nov 3, 2010 9:09:22 GMT -5
Nathara nodded to herself, recognizing Orbit's tactic. The voltorb must have known from experience that his speed would be a greater asset than his defense. While she thought this was wonderful, it also made her feel a little useless. Orbit could probably choose his own moves, too.
The voltorb observed carefully as the city pokemon set up for her next move. Her teeth became cloaked with a blanket of fire, before coming once again to try and bite him. The battle so far had left the two in very close proximity, and so it was very improbable that he would be able to fully dodge the attack. Despite his skepticism, he tried anyway.
The blazing teeth found a hold on the side of his spherical form. It helped that they weren't very long teeth, but the flame added to the damage, searing the wound. He rolled away as quickly as he could, to put some distance between them.
"Let's try Sonicboom."
Now that she knew her pokemon's strategy, she could switch the commanded moves to compensate. If a large enough distance remained between the two opponents, it would be easier for Orbit to dodge.
The sphere took a second to power up the move, before releasing a shockwave at the snubbull. It wasn't the strongest move, but it was guaranteed to hurt almost anyone it hit.
::voltorb::
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Post by Dracken on Nov 3, 2010 9:55:38 GMT -5
The Sonicboom whacked her from behind, being once again thrown into her stuff. Now crushing her so called 'home' the cardboard box was crushed. <Oh no!> The Snubbull looked back with a angered face. <LOOK WHAT YOU DID! MY HOME IS GONE!> Angered, the Snubbul's teeth became red and fiery. Using Fire Fang once more she went at the ball Pokémon. used Fire Fang.
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Post by Jacob on Nov 3, 2010 10:24:38 GMT -5
Had they just destroyed this pokemon's only home? Nathara's heart sank at the thought. If the snubbull won, where would she go from there? She would probably have to find a new home, or even sleep on the cold ground.
She was the one who asked for a battle.
That didn't help to ease the guilt.
Orbit had a look on his face that might have been dismay.
<Regretful.>
The tragedy didn't distract him for too long, however, and he was able to dodge the second Fire Fang with relative ease.
"Sonicboom again, Orbit."
Following the same pattern as earlier, he rolled backwards, then shot another wave at the snubbull.
::voltorb::
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Post by (ノಠ益ಠ on Nov 3, 2010 11:23:54 GMT -5
Regretful?
Regretful?
Snubbull was absolutely furious. <If you regretted it, you wouldn't have done it in the first place!> she shrieked at Orbit, curling her hands into fists and practically trembling with the weight of her anger. Gone was the peaceful, calm Snubbull of before. The situation had switched from docile to parlous in a matter of seconds. Perhaps she was bipolar? Perhaps something in her past had affected her? Or perhaps the bulldog Pokémon had never had pleasant intentions in the first place.
Whatever the case, her home had been expropriated from her by this girl and her Pokemon, and even if it was only a cardboard box, it had been all she had. So, her fangs glowing a threatening red for the third time, she launched herself toward the Voltorb with the intent to sink her teeth into him. During this, she was hit by the Sonicboom, losing massive momentum. Instead of barreling into him in hopes of a critical hit, she merely had to settle for attempting to scrape her jaws against his rough surface.
Snubbull used Fire Fang!
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Post by Jacob on Nov 3, 2010 11:45:31 GMT -5
Orbit was confused as to the source of the snubbull's anger. There was no way that he could have known that the attack would damage the pokemon's housing. Why did this furious canine blame him for something he had little control over?
The Sonicboom helped him avoid a much more serious injury, as his opponent was only able to scrape her flaming teeth against his tough exterior. The fire did the only real damage, licking against his surface and causing a small burn. It stung painfully, but the damage was still minimal.
"Use Tackle!"
The battle had once again brought the two pokemon close together. A tackle at this range had the possibility of serious damage. Obediently, the orb shot himself at the snubbull, careful to not let his burn scrape against anything.
::voltorb::
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Post by (ノಠ益ಠ on Nov 3, 2010 11:55:34 GMT -5
The Tackle did indeed hit it's mark, and it dealt critical damage as she was blasted backward yet again, sliding to a painful halt amongst the rubble of her home. Growling in her rage, she shoved herself to her feet and faced off with the orb-shaped Pokemon yet again. She would have loved to pound him into bits and pieces and scatter him across the city for what he'd done to her home. Where was she going to go now? Where was she going to curl up and sleep in the winter months, when it got cold and snowy? As she thought of this, her anger only intensified.
Switching back to her old tactics, she pretended to give up as she huffed out a breath. <I'm so sorry for overreacting,> she said, speaking to both Nathara and her Pokemon, but looking straight at Orbit. <I just... just don't have anywhere to go, and I was worried...> Sighing, she batted her lashes a little. <Could you find it in your heart to forgive me?> She was attempting a Charm, which would sharply lower her opponents attack.
After this was through, she snarled ferociously and lunged at the Voltorb, trying to Bite him without the aid of fire, this time around. That had been getting repetitive.
::snubbull:: Snubbull used Charm and Bite!
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Post by Jacob on Nov 3, 2010 12:58:51 GMT -5
Orbit relaxed as the snubbull's fierce anger turned into a gently apology. The battle was over. Now they could turn to the issue of finding a new dwelling for the city pokemon.
Nathara was just as relieved by the change of heart, but something felt wrong. It seemed too easy, somehow, that the snubbull would just give up like this. It just didn't make sense. She was startled, therefore, but not surprised when the normal type suddenly launched into another attack.
Orbit was taken completely by surprise when the battle started up again without any warning. The sharp teeth attacked his form, forfeiting a little damage by not using Fire Fang, but still managing to puncture his capsule-like shell.
"Quick, use Sonicboom!"
The voltorb complied, using his backup attack that wouldn't be affected by the stat-lowering Charm.
::voltorb::
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Post by Dracken on Nov 3, 2010 16:43:27 GMT -5
Snubbull was once again thrown back into her other trash can. The impact sent pain through her body. She got up and shook her head, she was going to defend what she had left of a home. But what would happen to her afterwards? She'd grow to be a wizened old Snubbull who had no home! This Trainer taking everything she had! Her rage taking over her, her teeth lit up with fire as she charged at the ball once more.
::snubbull::
Used Fire Fang.
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Post by Jacob on Nov 3, 2010 19:34:40 GMT -5
Orbit narrowed his eyes it concentration as he tried to analyze his opponent's reactions. Why was this snubbull so distressed? A cardboard box could be easily replaced. He was sure that Nathara would even help in the search, from what he knew of the human. He rolled out of the way of the attack, his burn scraping painfully against the rough cement.
Nathara bit her lip in worry as the last remnants of the snubbull's home was destroyed. This was absolutely terrible! All she had wanted to do was help, but look what was happening! They had demolished her only possessions.
Irene watched the trash can roll across the ground with downcast eyes. She knew what it was like to lose a home. She had left her family when she decided to come with Nathara. It was only yesterday, but it felt like a lifetime ago.
But she had a new family now.
"Sonicboom again."
Orbit prepared another shock wave, and sent it flying.
::voltorb::
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Post by Black Ranger Talis on Nov 4, 2010 5:10:10 GMT -5
Snubbull stumbled, and briefly fell, blood trickling from her fanged mouth as the powerful move hit with its typical insurmountable accuracy. She actually struggled to get back on her feet. This battle was taking its toll on the self proclaimed Queen of Ile Electrique, not that she'd ever admit it. This time, her fangs lit up with white light, a chilled mist forming around her as she again rushed for the Voltorb, this time with a slight limp in her step. Perhaps ice would puncture the Voltorb's shell better than fire. ::snubbull:: Snubbull used Ice Fang. [/B]
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Post by Jacob on Nov 4, 2010 9:34:19 GMT -5
Orbit noticed these signs of weakness. Much of that damage could have been avoided if the snubbull had used more status affecting moves. Why didn't she take advantage of this? Had rage so clouded her mind that she couldn't strategize properly? The voltorb must have been too deep in his musings, because suddenly he felt the agonizing cold of the city pokemon's fangs break through his shell. The cold must have made his surface brittle. The new wound sapped his energy, along with the still-painful burn.
Nathara shifted her weight uneasily. Both fighters were definitely declining in health. This battle seemed like it was coming to a close, but the outcome was still a mystery.
"Again, Orbit."
Sonicboom was becoming repetitive, but it was his only offensive move not affected by the attack-lowering Charm. A little unsteadily, the voltorb prepared the move. It took a second or two longer than usual, but he was able to send another wave at his foe.
::voltorb::
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Post by Xerian on Nov 4, 2010 10:19:13 GMT -5
This was starting to get dull. Snubbull was reaching the end of her tether as the tenacious little pokéball-shaped voltorb kept finding the strength to attack her back. She turned her rear to the red and white pokémon and wagged her stumpy tail at him with as much enthusiasm as she could muster. Her body was starting to ache from the continued Sonic Booms of the Voltorb, a rosy purple bruise blooming on her flank from where the last had hit. If she didn't do something to end this battle soon, it was going to get a whole lot worse.
Spinning back on her little paws, Snubbull raced towards the Voltorb and aimed to sink her teeth into the electric pokémon's body. If her Tail Whip had been successful, she should deal more damage with the Bite. At least, she hoped that would be the case.
::snubbull:: used tail whip and bite on Orbit
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Post by Jacob on Nov 4, 2010 11:08:51 GMT -5
This battle wasn't going anywhere quickly. They were both injured, with the snubbull covered with bruises and Orbit dotted with puncture marks. His plan to avoid as many attacks as possible seemed to have been completely forgotten, as well.
Nathara was just as unsatisfied. These two were beating on each-other like the barbarians that the snubbull had insulted not too long ago. Did all city pokemon fight this brutally? She had found more honor in the pokemon of the forest. Irene's father had backed down from the fight with Razel, after realizing that there was nothing to gain. The pidgey that had attacked Anima left after realizing that her anger was irrational. Such levelheadedness didn't seem like a trait present in these stray pokemon.
Irene's dislike of this battle bordered on revulsion. This fight wasn't at all the friendly battle that had been suggested, although she doubted that the snubbull ever had that in mind in the first place. This seemed more like revenge for the lost home. If that was so, then an understanding could be reached.
Orbit removed himself from the intensity of his opponent's emotions, and forced himself to regain his usual calm logic. The burn still throbbing painfully, he tried to dodge again, but his declining energy level didn't allow him enough speed to succeed. With his defense lowered by the Tail Whip, the attack was more devastating than usual.
<Look, we know you're angry!>
Irene sudden outburst caused both Nathara and Orbit to look at her curiously.
<But this isn't going to accomplish anything. Please, can't we work this out like civilized pokemon?>
::voltorb::
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Post by (ノಠ益ಠ on Nov 5, 2010 0:08:42 GMT -5
Snubbull growled with satisfaction when her icy fangs scored successfully across the Voltorb's surface, damaging him further. She would drive this trainer and her ungrateful Pokémon away from the ruins of her home, and then she'd be faced with the difficult task of rebuilding it. These tame Pokémon didn't know what it was like, living on the streets! It was a hard life, if you could call it a life at all! And some of the trainers that passed by were outright cruel, kicking out at her and trying to capture her without her permission. City life was all this tough Snubbull had ever known, why the hell couldn't they understand that?
But despite her satisfaction with scoring a hit on him, her strength had waned greatly from what it had been before. Panting heavily, the poor dog Pokémon gave a weakened snarl, wincing from the bruises she'd developed from several Sonic Booms hitting her flank, again and again. Might she... lose...? She'd lost battles before, but only against other city Pokémon. Never against a trainer. What would she do if she were defeated? But no! She wouldn't go down without a fight. And so, upon the Sentret's desperate plea, she snarled, <Never!> and lunged again.
But she fell short of her mark, collapsing in a weakened heap. Just barely clinging to her consciousness, the battered dog huffed out a defeated breath. <Happy now?> she snarled. <You've taken my home, my pride... want to take my life, as well?> Her tone was bitter. <It would hardly make a difference.> Unable to stand it any longer, she closed her eyes and momentarily drifted into unconsciousness.
Snubbull was defeated. Orbit gains +1 level. Waken, capture, or move on?
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Post by Jacob on Nov 5, 2010 9:12:21 GMT -5
Orbit regretted his lack of an attack on the previous turn as the snubbull refused to back down, charging once more at him. Bracing for the impact, he was surprised when his opponent suddenly collapsed, unable to move another inch. After her defeated announcement, the city pokemon fell into unconsciousness. With a thoughtful hum, he turned to his trainer.
Nathara's heart throbbed under the weight of her decision. Did she capture the pokemon that Orbit had fought so hard to defeat? She seemed so broken and lost. The cold, reasonable part of her mind spoke up at this point.
Nathara, if you care too much about every pokemon you encounter, you'll never be able to become a powerful trainer.
That was true. If she left every pokemon alone, her team would never grow. At least, it wouldn't grow very quickly. Right now, her team wasn't nearly strong enough to challenge the gym leader. This snubbull could mean the difference between success and defeat.
Sometimes strength is important enough to make sacrifices for.
The moral rang oddly in her head, as if it had come from an outside source. It felt wrong, somehow. No, she couldn't capture this pokemon. Not without her permission. With a heavy sigh, she sat down next to the limp form and waited for her to wake. Irene hid herself behind the trainer, just incase the snubbull's anger hadn't dissipated by the time she woke. Orbit rolled a little closer, glancing curiously between Nathara and his downed opponent.
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Post by Sp❣rit on Nov 5, 2010 9:28:42 GMT -5
- The Snubbull slowly began to wake up as the cold air covered her body like an uncomfortable, wet blanket. At first her foot began to switch, and then she suddenly rolled over on her side, curling up into a ball in order to preserve her body heat. Ever so slowly, her eyes began to flutter open, before relaxing back down. This repeated until she sensed the presence of another nearby and she carefully sat upright, afraid to upset any injuries.
- <You're still here?> She asked in a soft, weak tone. Her entire body felt sore from the battle, and she could feel various parts on her chest where bruises were likely to form. She grunted at the pain, but sighed when the tension was released.
- <So. You've got me. What now?> She bitterly chuckled, not happy with her defeat. But curiosity did get the better of her, and she was curious to know why Nathara and Orbit took such an interest in her. Her eye sight was starting to get fuzzy again, what a bother.
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Post by Jacob on Nov 5, 2010 10:30:25 GMT -5
Nathara watched in concern as the snubbull laboriously opened her eyes, taking in the surroundings dully. The cold must have bothered her, because she curled up slightly in an attempt to conserve body heat. At the bitter question, she gave a sad smile.
"I suppose we have to find you a new home. We can't leave you like this."
Irene, realizing that there wasn't any danger, stepped out from behind the girl and looked over at the ruined cardboard box. The trash cans sat on their sides, dotted with dents and scrapes.
<We're sorry about this, really. The least we can do is help you relocate.>
<Affirmative.>
She pulled out a potion from her bag.
"You should probably have one of these, as well. I have plenty."
Nathara brought the purple container into the pokemon's line of sight, before setting it on the ground.
"Orbit, you should probably return to your ball."
Suddenly, the whole city went dark. She could hear startled cries from people in the street, and everyone stopped to look around. Was this some sort of power outage? Didn't they usually only affect a block or two? It looked like the entire street was down, including the electric signs and display televisions in shop windows.
"What in the world...?"
Orbit glanced around him nervously, and Irene skittered back to hide once again behind Nathara.
"Both of you, back into your balls!"
She reached back into her bag, and procured two pokeballs. To her surprise, small sparks were shooting out of the button.
"Um, Orbit, would you mind entering your pokeball, to see if it still works? The sparks shouldn't hurt you."
<That is acceptable.>
Biting her lip in concern for her new pokemon, she called the voltorb back inside. The transfer completed without any difficulty. At least the pokeballs still worked.
"Irene, it's your turn."
The sentret nodded, trembling slightly as she too was pulled safely into the sphere.
"Snubbull, I'm not sure what's going on, but it looks like our plans have changed."
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Post by Dracken on Nov 5, 2010 11:12:27 GMT -5
Snubbull's wizened face looked up at the Trainer. They just destoried her home, healed her and then needed to take off so quickly? She was left to wander the parlous world herself! But then the Trainer said she was welcomed to come along? Wait, she didn't wanna come a long! She wantd a new home! <W-wait! You promised to find me a new home!> She yelled. She had no choice, she had to follow the Trainer. Crossing her stubby little arms she snorted. <Fine, I'll come along for the time being until I find a home!> She yelled and then walked up the Trainer.
::snubbull::
is going to come along. Atemp capture?
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