Test 9.

[azumods]

SPACE The base in Eterna City is neither as large nor imposing as the Veilstone building; however, you've likely noticed by now that it's just as odd-looking, if not moreso. Located in the northwestern portion of town, it stands at the epicenter of the spatial disturbances plaguing the city; it doesn't seem unaffected by them - there are parts of it that seem...out of place, the building itself just as patchwork as the rest of the surrounding area - but it still seems structurally sound and the door is still in place and looks like it belongs to the original building. So it'll probably take you where you want to go upon walking through it. Probably. That said, while it's not the best idea to kick down the front doors and hope no one notices, it doesn't seem that you have much of a choice; unlike the Veilstone base, there doesn't seem to be another entrance. So it's either front doors or nothing; hopefully there isn't anything too hostile immediately inside. There don't seem to be any guards stationed outside the building, at least - it seems that they're staying inside just as much as the locals are. Either that or they have other reasons for not being around. On the one hand, Dialga may have given you some idea of what you're likely in for eventually; on the other, Palkia is an entirely different creature, holding dominion over another aspect of the universe entirely. Hopefully you've steeled yourselves, either way; best of luck to you.

Comments

[gekkaju]

[It seems very much like they've gotten in the habit of just barging into these bases to look for solutions to problems, or in most cases the problem of which they are intending to be the solution. Atsushi's only Pokemon out with him right now is Chazuke, who is by and large the strongest of the four, but also the largest, which is why he doesn't let him out until they're inside. Doors are difficult these days.

Atsushi seems a bit on edge, pensive, but otherwise determined to move forward.]

I wonder if they're expecting us...I don't see anybody yet.

[takestheblame]

Cyrus is aware of what we're doing. They must be expecting us.

[None of Kiryu's Pokemon is out, because they're all terrified of the space distortions. Better do this by himself for the time being, he figures]

[niceoppai]

I'm kinda on edge myself... Don't think there's any other way to do this, though.

[anythingforyou]

It's rather concerning, isn't it.

[Camilla herself has Haar out with her--as strong as Arion and Travant are in comparison to the rest of her team, she doesn't want to risk the more impulsive of the two running on ahead and attracting trouble. Haar's got very good hearing, just as well; he'll likely be able to help somewhat.]

We need to keep our eyes and ears peeled, then, in case they try something sneaky.

[gekkaju]

[If Chazuke was still tiny, he'd definitely be in his ball. But....if Atsushi is honest, he's out just as much for his own comfort as the Pokemon's. This shit is scary.]

We better be ready, then, given what we came up on with Dialga. Let's try to stick together.

[semistableman]

We should go in expecting to be stopped.

[gekkaju]

No, not really. Especially not when this is the only way in...at least it looks to be anyway.

[azumods]

[The front door opens up into a lobby of sorts - again, nothing as impressive as the Veilstone base, but it seems to serve a purpose and that purpose is probably "customer service", judging from the reception counter directly in front of you. There are tables and benches arranged in a general seating area, and there's an open doorway that's immediately noticeable to the left that seems to lead to some back area.

There are also hallways to the right branching off the main foyer, but they look like they lead deeper into the base, probably.]

[gekkaju]

No kidding. We're walking right into their turf, after all.

[Not the first time, definitely probably won't be the last.]

Let's try not to get separated, whatever happens. I don't like the thought of one of us going missing with all these distortions.

[gekkaju]

[Of course there are multiple ways to take here...]

Which way should we go?

[thunderwolf]

[Eustace follows up, Pup right beside him just like in Veilstone.]

Not sure how sneaky they can be with all this instability, but you're right that we should be prepared for anything.

[If he were to be completely honest though, he's more concerned about the building itself being their biggest threat rather than potential grunts.]

[greydients]

Maybe we should split into groups like we did in Veilstone? We'll cover more ground that way.

[eudaimonikos]

Can't say I love the idea, with space being how it is.

[Although that's not an outright refusal.]

[gekkaju]

As long as everyone is with at least one other person, that might be a good idea, Rey.

[Don't want to split up too much.]

Chazuke is going to have a hard time getting through that door back there, so I'd probably take those hallways with whoever else wants to come along.

[radiantflame]

There are enough of us that it shouldn't be a problem.

[Hopefully.]

I am heading deeper inside as well.

[thunderwolf]

Yeah... Might be worth it, though. Given the instability, there's a risk of separation in general.

[So it could end up happening anyway despite their efforts.]

[anythingforyou]

[Camilla nods her head in agreement--as long as nobody decides to run off by themselves, they should at least present some chance at being safe.]

I'll go with you, dear. As long as we stick together, I do believe we should be fine.

[greydients]

I think it makes sense for a larger group to head inside; chances are the path will branch off into different directions once we're a bit deeper into the base.

[Hopefully not with too many nasty surprises.]

I'm happy to go with the group heading inside.

[eudaimonikos]

Fair enough. Let's at least stay close to our groups...

[He's got Jane and Cat Janet both out, flanking him closely.]

My Pokemon are mostly small, I can check around back there. [He indicates the door to the left.]

[gekkaju]

[YEAH THAT'S HONESTLY MOSTLY WHAT HE'S WORRIED ABOUT...]

I'll try to keep doing a mental headcount whenever I can while we're in there. Just in case.

[Chazuke chitters, patting the top of Atsushi's head with a giant clawed hand. Don't worry, he's tall enough that he can see everybody, so he'll sound the alarm if he notices someone's gone missing.]

[semistableman]

Flora's usually willing to help out in situations like this.

[The Skiddo is out of her Pokeball and nodding enthusiastically.]

[azumods]

[You'll likely notice two things off about that door to the left almost immediately, if you guys decide to approach it - namely, it's both pitch black and really cold, just doing a spot check near it.]

[greydients]

Shall we go, then?

[Getting a Pokemon out is a good idea, however, so Rey will soon be joined by her Gallade.]

[eudaimonikos]

Ah. Good.

[He's just gonna uh, stick his hand in there and feel around the wall by the door where light switches often go?]

[azumods]

[A lightswitch should probably be there! ...Unfortunately, there does not seem to be one.

Weird.]