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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 17:18:29 GMT -5
Xavier had heard of the Crystalline Caverns from within the Rebellion group, as they had planned to use it for movement at some point in time. However, the idea was scrapped due to danger; he had been told that there were many twists and turns in these caverns, it would be easy to lose yourself. It wasn't worth it. So what exactly was Xavier doing here, then?
Well, the man has acquired a number of new Poke'mon to look after, and he knew the best way to bond with them was good ol' fashioned training. The thought of it made Xav grin; he hadn't trained like this in quite a long time. It would be very nostalgic, if anything. Also any experience would push his Poke'mon further down the road to evolving, which was always good.
Rousing himself from his thoughts, Xavier stood from where he had been sitting, taking a break. The trek down here had been rather long, but that was alright. He was here now; it was time to get to business. Cracking his knuckles, Xavier sauntered further into the caverns, keeping a keen eye open.
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 17:24:59 GMT -5
Through most of the tunnels a river of sorts could be seen flowing and carving deeper into the rock itself. There was one such river near Xavier, and if he happened to look sideways into this water, he would see a Dewgong swimming by rather peacefully. She seemed uninterested in the fact that there was someone else in the cave and was instead focusing on swimming deeper into the cave a that particular moment. Farther into the cavern, a very low sound suddenly vibrated through it. Would Xavier go to investigate it or would he notice the Dewgong?
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 17:36:29 GMT -5
Xavier had noticed the Dewgong and was tempted to bring out Shannon for some training, until a low rumble reached his ears. Blinking, he squinted further down the cavern. What the Hell had that been? He looked back to the Dewgong, then back down towards the noise. Gah, he loathed tough decisions. 'Well, there will be plenty of other water-type Poke'mon to pit Shan against...' he mused, watching the Dewgong slip away. Who knows, maybe he'd encounter it again later?
Nodding, Xav took off in the direction of the noise, carefully peering around a corner to take a look-sie. What have we got here~?
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 17:40:58 GMT -5
What finally appeared as a Lapras humming deeply in his throat could be seen, and each time he hummed a lower note than his general octave set, it would vibrate against the walls of the cavern more making the noise that Xavier had heard. Humming deeply again, he vibrated the area once more before suddenly stopping as Xavier's presence came to him. Turning his head and staring at the man, the Lapras was silent for the first time.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 17:50:37 GMT -5
Xavier blinked at the sight, somewhat taken aback. A wild Lapras? Well, thank his lucky stars! He smiled at the beast, thinking about his next course of action, when the Lapras looked straight at him. Ah. Well then. 'I thought I was being quiet...' Xavier pondered, then snapped his fingers. 'Echo-location. I should have known.' He chuckled, stepping out to reveal himself.
"Do you get many guests down here, ne? I'd think not since this cavern is so vast..." He asked the Lapras, tilting his head slightly. "You have a very nice voice by the way. I wonder if you're moves are just as graceful?" Xav challenged, considering the Lapras. He knew it was probably strong, so he'd try and use typing to his advantage.
He retrieved a Poke'ball and sent forth Shannon, his Pikachu, who greeted Xavier before regarding the Lapras warily. She turned back to Xavier, with a look saying 'You want me to fight -that-?'. Xavier chuckled and rubbed her noggin, glancing back up at the Lapras to see if he'd accept his challenge. If not... well, then Xav would have the jump on him.
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 17:56:54 GMT -5
The Lapras was quiet for a moment and simply watched as the man stepped out and voiced his challenge. Humming deep in his throat as he thought this over, the water type watched as a Pikachu was released. After a few seconds, he finally nodded his head continuing to hum. Forming a Safeguard, the Lapras waited to see what would come of this turn.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 18:03:52 GMT -5
Xavier grinned at the Lapras' choice in move, nodding. "Smart cookie." He chuckled, looking to Shannon. She was a little nervous, but nodded to Xavier anyway. "That a girl. Use Agility." Shannon smiled and complied eagerly, more than willing to up her speed. She darted about the cavern, rapidly picking up speed. Xavier folded his arms, content for now. He knew Shannon preferred speed over brawn.
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 18:06:10 GMT -5
The Lapras half smiled before suddenly forming a Bulldoze attack and charging towards the Pikachu with it. It seemed that he had grown a bit more confident now, or maybe he was simply moving forwards with his actual attacks. Only the water type knew for sure.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 18:13:27 GMT -5
The bulldoze was a bit unexpected, Xavier bracing for Shannon to get struck. But not before he called out a quick order, "Protect~" Shannon blinked, but upon seeing the large mass that was Lapras coming charging at her, she squeaked and complied eagerly. A force field went up around the small mouse Poke'mon, but would it hold under Bulldoze's impact...?
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 18:20:31 GMT -5
The Protect repelled the attack, and the Lapras backed up a bit after having used it. Forming an Ice Beam, he shot it at the Pikachu rather quickly. He was certainly on a roll with his moves now and wasn't about to back down now that the battle had started. All the while, his humming, though it had gotten considerably quieter, did not stop.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 18:25:06 GMT -5
Xavier sighed as the Bulldoze was repelled, yet the quick ice beam was very noteworthy. Xavier admired the Lapras for his quick thinking. Shannon took the ice beam with a squeal, being pushed back towards the wall. With her extra speed, she managed to push her way out of the beam, but the damage was done. Shannon shook herself, shivering a bit. She was cold~
Xavier frowned. A few more blows like that wouldn't be good. He couldn't play defensive when the Lapras was clearly offensive for the time being. "Alright Shan, Thunderbolt 'im." He declared. Shannon hopped up onto a crystal perch, her cheeks sparking while collecting electricity, which she let loose in a Thunderbolt towards the Lapras.
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 18:27:49 GMT -5
The electricity surged through the Lapras and caused him to cringe rather hard for a few seconds before returning to his normal stature. It seemed that more than that would be necessary in order to finish the job. Forming another Ice Beam, he retaliated rather quickly again not one to wait when he had already decided on his move of choice.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 18:33:30 GMT -5
Another ice beam. Xavier grunted, glancing around the cavern for any ideas. There were quite a few perches for Shannon to use, but how, and quickly... "Light Screen." He said, Shannon throwing up the screen quickly. The ice beam connected once more, but with aid of the screen, it wasn't as devastating as before. But it was still so freaking COLD ARGRHHRH-
Shannon didn't like this constant pressure, beginning to feel stressed. The extra speed she had in addition to the light screen were comforting for now, but she knew the screen would fade in due time. She decided her best bet was to keep moving, and so she did, darting to and fro.
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 18:36:29 GMT -5
The Lapras formed another Ice Beam and shot it at the Pikachu once more only to miss due to her constant movements. Backing up a bit just in case, he seemed to try and keep an eye on the Pikachu as much as possible, and because of this, his eyes constantly shifted.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 18:40:00 GMT -5
Watching the Lapras carefully, an idea came to Xavier. "Double Team Shannon, keep moving. Weave between the crystals." Shannon seemed to understand Xav's logic, as she squeaked a reply before creating four copies of herself, each one darting to and fro. Xavier glanced at the crystals, and sure enough they reflected Shannon as she wove in and out of the various ones jutting about. Each copy followed her... Pikachus everywhere~
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 18:44:53 GMT -5
Unable to accurately identify the exact Pikachu, the Lapras's head and eyes kept darting around. Finally forming yet another Ice Beam, he shot it turning his head sharply trying to hit as many as he could. This of course had two effect, one it hit more of the Pikachu, but then of course the attack was spread out and weaker than normal.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 18:52:00 GMT -5
Many Pikachus were struck, some crystal copies and some double-team clones, causing them to poof, and even Shannon was glanced upon by the beam attack. Yet with the beam weakened and her light screen, it did minimal damage. Just as Xavier hoped. "Electro Ball, hurry!" He ordered, pointing towards the Lapras.
Shannon darted around a crystal, electricity flowing to her tail. She grabbed onto the crystal and let her momentum carry the lower portion of her body forwards, releasing the Electro Ball from her tail to spiral towards Lapras. Xavier hoped the damage would be decent, if it connected, considering Shannon's boosted speed versus the Lapras.
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 18:56:42 GMT -5
The attack hit the Lapras pretty hard, and he cringed for a good few seconds before finally relaxing his form again. A more tired look had crossed his features, yet he tried to force this away in another moment and took on his determined expression once more. Forming yet another Ice Beam, he retaliated not willing to give up just yet. However, more of these super effective attacks, and he wasn't going to last much longer... and he knew it.
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Post by DJ Boomkitty on Jun 28, 2011 19:08:35 GMT -5
Shannon was getting exhausted herself; the pace she kept moving at and taking all these somewhat in-direct blows were really working her hard. However, this ice beam connected fully, as she hadn't resumed her pacing yet. The Light Screen shimmered, absorbing part of the blow, yet Shannon still felt the chill as she raced behind a crystal for cover. Panting, cold... she looked to Xavier and whined.
Xavier fixed Lapras with a steady stare, clucking his tongue in thought. He'd have to keep pushing back if he hoped to win this. He then turned his gaze to Shannon, softening up with a smile. "Just a bit more Shan. Shan the man~" He cheered awkwardly, causing the Pikachu to rub her head in embarrassment.
"Thunderbolt again. Make it count~" Shannon nodded, although she really didn't want to continue with this farce. Darting out of her cover, she released a bolt of lightning towards the Lapras once more.
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Post by Jay on Jun 28, 2011 19:11:55 GMT -5
The electricity once again hit the Lapras causing him this time to physically cry out. His neck arched a bit, and he slowly fell forwards laying his massive neck down after that and closing his eyes. It seemed that he either didn't have the strength to keep battling or was on the verge of fainting... or possibly both even.
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