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[wing_attack]

[There's a... very uncertain-looking young man peering into the camera. He's really not sure what to make of any of this. It's a little hard to believe that he's like this, and he can't morph, and that there are Pokemon.]

[... He's trying to keep it together.]

So... uh.

[Great start, Tobias.]

I guess... I'm stuck here? No one in town really had anything useful to say. None of this makes much sense. And I'm guessing asking how to get home isn't going to get me any real answers, either.

[There's a squawk off-camera, and he looks concerned for a minute.]

I'm guessing the first step is to head to the next town, right? And start building up a team...

[... Why did he make this broadcast anyway?]

... If anyone's got any advice for that kind of thing, feel free to give it.

[He clicks the broadcast off.]

[Action]

[He's not in New Bark Town anymore. He's nearby, but he's sitting in a small area free of tall grass, staring down his Pokemon. What's a Rufflet, anyway? ... At least the body language is familiar. He holds out his hand, waiting for the little Pokemon to approach.]

[... This might take a while.]

Comments

[video] BIIIIIRD

[ironface]

There are a lot of different subjects to seek advice on. What exactly do you wish to know?

[video] SO MUCH BIRD

[wing_attack]

[... Okay good this works like he thought it did.]

I meant mostly on building a team. I'm... okay at surviving on my own, I don't need help with that.

[bertall]

...What kind of advice are you looking for? I mean, it's really up to you on how you wanna build a team.

[wing_attack]

I was thinking 'balanced' might work for now. I mean, there's going to be all different kinds of types I'll have to fight.

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[dreamsofahero]

Well, learning how to work with the partner you have is probably a good start...

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[wing_attack]

I think we should be okay. I'm... ah. Good with birds.

[It's not wrong...]

[sincereheart]

[ Hey, someone has a problem Mimi can help with! Sort of. ]

If you want to get to the next town, you should go west! Just stay on that route and in a few days you'll make it to Cherrygrove! That's where I am, and it has the most darling little inn... [ Mimi. Mimi there's only one route out of the town. He would have figured it out by himself sooner or later. ]

My name's Mimi, by the way! Mimi Tachikawa. [ A sunny smile. ] What's yours?

[wing_attack]

I kind of figured. That's what the map says, at least.

[... Uh. Should he give his name? His name is kind of common...]

My name's... Tobias.

video;

[in_praetego]

[ Ah man he knows that feeling. This guy must be new. ]

I can't pretend to be an expert but I can offer what advice I can.

Did you just come in?

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[wing_attack]

Team building advice would be good. And... yeah, I did.

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[teammother]

Heading to the next town does look like it's the best option right now. I guess you must be new here, too?

[Video]

[wing_attack]

Yeah. It seemed like getting out of that town was probably the best option.

[Video]

[awesmazings]

[Well it sounds like a lot of people have given Tobias some good advice already, but you're wrong if you think Jimmy isn't going to welcome wagon it up regardless.]

Head to the next town, build your team- yep, you got it! I dunno what kinda Pokemon you think you might wanna look for, but the Route between New Bark and Cherrygrove has a lot of cool ones!

[Even as he says this, a Furret pokes her head into view of the camera, dropping her head on Jimmy's shoulder.]

[Video]

[wing_attack]

A lot of different kinds. I want to make a balanced team.

[Rufflet watches Cherry carefully as he perches on Tobias' shoulder.]

Someone said the first gym had a weakness against electric types? Where would I find one of those?

[video]

[no_ufo_ending]

_{[Advice Henry is here!]}

Try to travel in a group if you can. It's harder to protect yourself from wild pokemon at night if you're just starting out.

[video]

[wing_attack]

I don't know anyone here. Traveling in a group is a bad idea.

[Not letting anyone get the chance to shove his head in a toilet again, nope.]

[Video]

[babel_hacker]

Welcome to this world! It can be pretty fun and challenging, depending on your approach to Pokemon.

I can give you some advice. Which one do you want first?

[Video]

[wing_attack]

I need to work on making a balanced team, I think.

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[islandshore]

I know everyone's saying to head west, but don't think that's your only option. If you're feeling more adventurous, you could always try catching the fairy and heading out to Kanto instead.

[Riku smirks. Why yes, there might be some personal bias involved here. Kanto's awesome and deserves more love.

It also means he won't be stuck in the dreaded Violet City.

...yep, totally biased.]

Anyway, team building... You've already got people talking about balance, but I think it's important to look past typing and think about the individual strengths of the Pokémon. Are they fast? Slow? Sturdy? Frail? Personally, I like to get as much variety as possible, but I doubt you'll want to have a team of fifty...

[Yeah, he's... kinda silly in that regard.]

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[wing_attack]

Well, if I can get that many...

[He grins a little bit. Then again...]

Doesn't that ferry cost a bunch of money?

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[bookslap]

{Nanao approaches slowly, cautiously. Although she's talked to people via the network, she's not yet met someone else who's been pulled here.}

Hello, there.

{She stops at the edge of the clearing, looking slightly unsure.}

[wing_attack]

[He looks up, and Rufflet shuffles over to stand in front of him.]

Uh... hi.

[He attempts to smile, but... how does he human body again?]

Video; late what i'm not late sh

[artificialrose]

It looks like everyone has already given you a lot of good advice! You probably don't need anymore, but...

Well, in my two cents, from what I've read, Jolteon is a really wonderful electric type to balance out that Rufflet you have. [Yes, he may have eavesdropped on the other conversations, sssshhh they were public anyway] They're extremely quick! So if getting the drop on your opponent is something you're interested in, they're a good choice.

I actually breed Eevees, which are a pre-evolution for Jolteon... I wouldn't mind giving you one for free when my next batch is bred. When you have enough money after working in maybe Cherrygrove, I wouldn't mind buying a Thunderstone for you here in Goldenrod and sending it to you over the PC.

There are some thing it seems you can only get here in the big city, I'm afraid...

[Garry, helpful Eevee guy. To be fair, they're a good investment Pokemon.]

I'm Garry, by the way.

Video; YEAH WHATEVER LOSER <3

[wing_attack]

[... He vaguely remembers Eevees. He remembers them being cute and useful, at least. And something fast would be incredibly helpful.]

That sounds good. Speed is almost always useful in fights. I... uh. How much would I owe you? And what kind of jobs could someone like me get?

[Video] a little late I know but TOBIAS

[foolishwren]

You've got the right idea.

Main advice is be prepared to spend a few nights sleeping outdoors, it's a little bit of a trek to the next town on foot. Hope you like sleepin' under the stars.

_{[Heather you have NO IDEA.]}

[Video] it's okay and HEATHER :D

[wing_attack]

I don't mind sleeping under the stars. I'm kind of used to it. I think I actually prefer it.

[It'll save money on inns, at least.]

[video]

[neededlassie]

[OH. BOY.

...Literally, a boy!! Not that his other friends aren't really great, but it's kind of nice to see someone who looks closer to his own age.

Probably a little older, but closer. Closer is good.]

I've got something that'll help you travel! It's a handbook that my friend Norman worked really hard on while he was here. I can send it to you if you want.

My name's Shaun, by the way. What's yours?

[video]

[wing_attack]

[... Oh. He attempts to make his expression less sharp but it doesn't work very well. He's going to have to get used to this.]

Uh... sure. Thanks. I'm Tobias.