The Saann Region [open to the public]

Welcome to the Saann Region! This was my very first custom region that I built, and with new ideas flourishing, this had become something different from the original idea that I had. Come join us as the Saann Region is shining with technological advancements and the minimalistic care of the nature around it.

COMING SOON to the SAANN REGION

❋ Expanded Pokedex
❋ Diplomatic relations
❋ And many more...​

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THE SAANNEWS LOG​

#1: Saann's opening and Libreal's birth
#2: OPERATION PINKEYE Part 1
#3: OPERATION PINKEYE Part 2
#4: OPERATION PINKEYE Part 3
#5: OPERATION PINKEYE Part 4​

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THE SAANNITES CITIZENSHIP EXAM​

To join the Saann Region, we have devised a way to group the citizens into 3 categories.

❋ Saann-born

People born in the Saann Region, can only have Pokemon native to the Saann Region.

❋ Foreigner

People born outside the Saann Region, can have Pokemon outside the Saann Region but are only limited to 3 foreign Pokemon.

❋ Ambassador

People with the intention of setting up diplomatic relations with other regions. Can have any number of foreign Pokemon, only one Ambassador per region.​

As a Saann-born citizen, you may choose to become a Trainer, a Coordinator, a Gym Leader, or an E4.

As a Foreigner, you may only choose to become a Trainer, or a Coordinator.

As an Ambassador, all diplomatic relations and embassies in Saann will be held in Libreal City.

Here are the sign-ups for Trainers and Coordinators:

Name: Trainer Name
Type of Citizen: Saann-born or Foreigner
Trainer Class: Lass, Bug Catcher, Beauty, etc etc.
Pokemon on hand: Up to 6, no foreign Pokemon for Saann-born, 3 foreign Pokemon for Foreigner
Description: A very short description about yourself​

Here are the sign-ups for Gym Leaders and E4 (note, you must be Saann-born to apply)

Name: Trainer Name
Position: Gym Leader or E4 (state your chosen city for Gym Leaders, your chosen rank for E4)
Pokemon on hand: Check the Saann League section to see what and how many Pokemon you can use. Allowing 1 foreign Pokemon to Virade, Scorpulean, Purpricorn, and Fuchsces Gym Leaders, and 2 foreign Pokemon to E4.
Description: A very short description about yourself​

For ambassadors, an opening post with your introduction, wishing to conduct diplomatic relations to Saann, will suffice as your sign-up.​

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THE SAANNITES CITIZENS LIST​

Here is the current list of Saannites in the region.

Lady Emmelie by arachnidsGrip
Elite 1 Cedar by Eros
Elite 2 Isabella by 「sarcasm
Elite 3 Eliza by Lost Heart
Purpricorn Gym Leader Melaise by Fantome
Ace Trainer Elizabeth by NumberOnett
Artist Adrienne by Aquacorde
Sanctuare Ambassador Gargantua by Bacteriophage​

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HISTORY​

About 200 years ago, immigrants from Hoenn and Sinnoh traveled far and wide in search for a new place.

After sailing for a very long time, they discovered a new continent, it was filled with diverse Pokemon, and a temperate climate. Not too hot for Sinnoh folk, and not too cold for the Hoennians. They established this land and originally named it Sinnenn, a portmanteau of Sinnoh and Hoenn.

During the first 100 years of Sinnenn's existence, it was peaceful, however during the 1960's, war broke out between the Sinnites, and the Hoennians. The region was split into two, the west, which favors the Sinnites, and the east, which favors the Hoennians.

It took a lot of time, and lives but in 1973, the war had ended. It was great that it did, but Sinnenn wasn't as great as it used to be. The former leaders then decided to unify the two states once more and establish a new government, which is headed by the then Sinnenn Champion, who helped stop the war. This was also the time Sinnenn was formally changed to Saann.

After the Sinnenn Civil War, Saann has flourished greatly. The diversified wildlife that was lost during the war came back, the innovation that was wasted on weapons has been used to do things that generations before them could never do.

In 2008, they were planning to make a new city, wherein the innovative minds of the Saannites were put to the test. Henceforth, Skynet City was born.

In 2010, they found Paradise Cove, which lore dictates is the source of all life in Saann. They then built an underwater utopia around the site, which is now known as Fuchsces Town.

In 2014, Saann has then crowned the current head of state, who is the descendant of the first Saann Champion, who now resides as the current Saann Champion, Lady Emmelie.

And now, Saann has opened its doors to the foreign world, making new diplomatic relations, new tourists, and new opportunities.​

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LEGENDS AND LORE​

Innovation and Diversity

"That's what our ancestors said about Saann."

"They believed that when the region formed, the mythical Pokemon, Jirachi, blessed the land with innovation, wishing that this promising land would flourish and become one of the most advanced regions of the world. Others believed in the power of the mythical Pokemon, Meloetta, who instead graced the land with diversity, saying that the land is promised with uniqueness and new oppurtunities."

"Most of our ancestors believed in that myth but others also believed in other small myths."

"There was one myth that all life on Saann started in the bottom of its ocean, wherein a paradise can be seen. They said that Meloetta did infact live here, and is the reason why the place exists on the bottom of the ocean. After a few years, the life that was given in that paradise goes back on a hill not far from the origin. They say the mythical Pokemon, Shaymin, calms their souls and helps them return back to the heavens."

"There is also one last myth that Saann was created by two mythical Pokemon. They say Victini created the land while Manaphy and Phione helped create the sea. Due to both forces helping one another, they created a beautiful region that shines brightly in the horizon."

- Professor Camellia on the Saann Myths during the Saann Museum of History's Centennial anniversary, 2 years ago​

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LOCATIONS​

Currently there are 11 official cities and towns in the Saann Region. Although there are 4 more towns and cities, they are currently insignificant or too small to be counted, and therefore not recognized as part of the Saann Region as of yet. Here are the following cities and towns of the Saann Region, along with notable locations.

CITIES AND TOWNS

❋ Prospert Town

The starting town, passes through Route 1 and 15, Professor Camellia's lab is located here.

❋ Bargundies City

Saann's first gym (Psychic) is located here, the Saann Musuem of History is also located here. Connected by Route 2 and 3.

❋ Scorpulean City

Saann's sixth gym (Bug) is located here, the Saann Department Store is also located here. Connected by Route 3, 4, and 17.

❋ Tauronze City

Saann's second gym (Fairy) is located here. The local bike shop is also located here. Connected by Route 4 and 5.

❋ Cangred Town

Saann's third gym (Fire) is located here. This is the center of energy production of Saann, using geothermal and magma energy from Mt. Noire. Connected by Route 7 and 8.

❋ Oleove City

Saann's contest hall is located here along with Orb Tower, the tallest structure of Saann. Connected by Route 8, 9, and 10.

❋ Skynet City

Saann's technological center. Saann's fourth gym (Flying) is located here. It is only connected by Skyleove Railway (Route 9).

❋ Virade City

Saann's fifth gym (Poison) is located here. The Saann Space Protocol is also located here. It is connected by Route 11 and 12.

❋ Libreal City

Saann's law center. Houses all of the foreign embassies in Saann. Connected by Route 13 and 14.

❋ Purpricorn City

Saann's seventh gym (Ghost) is located here. Noble Hill, Saann's resting place is also located here. Connected by Route 16

❋ Fuchsces Town

Saann's underwater utopia. Saann's eighth gym (Water) is located here along with Paradise Cove. Connected by the Saann Watertube (Route 18) and the Saann Badge Tram (Route 19).​

NOTABLE LOCATIONS

❋ Esder Village

A rest stop that connects Prospert and Bargundies by Route 1 and 2.

❋ Gemillow Village

A humble village that connects Tauronze and Cangred by Route 5 and 6.

❋ Cobatarius Port

One of Saann's main ports. Connected by Route 15 and 16.

❋ Violarius Port

One of Saann's main ports. Connected by Route 17 and 18.

❋ Skyleove Railway

Also known as Route 9, this train line connects Skynet City to the rest of Saann via Oleove City.

❋ Saann Watertube

Also known as Route 18, this underwater tube connects Fuchsces Town to the rest of Saann via Violarius Port

❋ Saann Badge Tram

Also known as Route 19, this underwater transit line serves as a badge checker, who checks all 8 badges of Saann before departing to Victory Road.

❋ Orb Tower

Saann's tallest structure, it is basically a white and green tower with a spherical top. Sometimes, a mythical Pokemon called Jirachi shows up on top of the tower, blessing the region for its innovation. It is located in Oleove City.

❋ Noble Hill

Saann's resting place, there's a lot of flowers in this hill, all thanks to a mysterious mythical Pokemon called Shaymin. It is located in Purpricorn City.

❋ Paradise Cove

Saann's origin place, they say this cove is home to a dazzling mythical Pokemon called Meloetta who decided to shower this region full of diversity and grace. It is located deep in Fuchsces Town.

❋ Mt. Noire

Saann's highest point. It is the main source of energy due to Cangred Town's geothermal and magma plants in the vicinity. There arent a lot of ways inside Mt. Noire but if you do manage to find one, they say its the location of the mythical Pokemon, Victini.

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THE SAANN LEAGUE​

The Saann League is composed of 8 gyms that are scattered all through Saann. The current lineup is as follows.

❋ Bargundies Gym

Gym Leader: Vacant position

Type: Psychic

Badge: The Quartz Badge

Pokemon: Lv 13 [???], Lv 15 [???]

❋ Tauronze Gym

Gym Leader: Vacant position

Type: Fairy

Badge: The Dream Badge

Pokemon: Lv 20 [???], Lv 23 [???]

❋ Cangred Gym

Gym Leader: Vacant position

Type: Fire

Badge: The Blood Badge

Pokemon: Lv 25 [???], Lv 27 [???], Lv 28 [???]

❋ Skynet Gym

Gym Leader: Vacant position

Type: Flying

Badge: The Soar Badge

Pokemon: Lv 30 [???], Lv 30 [???], Lv 33 [???]

❋ Virade Gym

Gym Leader: Vacant position

Type: Poison

Badge: The Cosmos Badge

Pokemon: Lv 35 [???], Lv 35 [???], Lv 36 [???], Lv 36 [???]

❋ Scorpulean Gym

Gym Leader: Vacant position

Type: Bug

Badge: The Scarab Badge

Pokemon: Lv 40 [???], Lv 40 [???], Lv 40 [???], Lv 43 [???]

❋ Purpricorn Gym

Gym Leader: Melaise

Type: Ghost

Badge: The Phantom Badge

Pokemon: Lv 45 Drifblim, Lv 46 Aegislash, Lv 46 Sableye, Lv 46 Chandelure, Lv 47 Froslass

❋ Fuchsces Gym

Gym Leader: Vacant position

Type: Water

Badge: The Origin Badge

Pokemon: Lv 48 [???], Lv 48 [???], Lv 49 [???], Lv 49 [???], Lv 50 [???], Lv 50 [???]​

After defeating all 8 gym leaders, then comes the Elite 4 challenge, which is located on an island northeast of Oleove City. the current lineup is as follows.

❋ Elite 4 [???]

Type: Rock

Pokemon: Lv 55 [???], Lv 55 [???], Lv 56 [???], Lv 56 [???], Lv 57 [???], Lv 57 [???]

❋ Elite 3 Eliza

Type: Electric

Pokemon: Lv 56 Emolga, Lv 56 Zebstrika, Lv 57 Luxray, Lv 57 Ampharos, Lv 58 Raichu, Lv 58 Ampharos

❋ Elite 2 Isabella

Type: Normal

Pokemon: Lv 57 Furret, Lv 57 Miltank, Lv 58 Cinccino Lv 58 Pyroar, Lv 59 Blissey, Lv 59 Audino

❋ Elite 1 Cedar

Type: Grass

Pokemon: Lv 58 Sudowoodo, Lv 58 Vileplume, Lv 59 Lilligant, Lv 59 Whimsicott, Lv 60 Ludicolo, Lv 60 Roserade​

After them, you get to fight the Saann Champion, Lady Emmelie.

❋ Lady Emmelie

Type: Various

Pokemon: Lv 60 Archeops, Lv 60 Meowstic, Lv 62 Hydreigon, Lv 62 Florges, Lv 63 Delphox, Lv 65 Bellossom​

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THE SAANN DEX​

The Saann Dex currently has 144 Pokemon in it. Due to innovations and diversified life in Saann, some Pokemon mutated and were received type changes. Only 12 Pokemon possess this mutated gene.​

001 Chespin
002 Quilladin (Grass/Fighting)
003 Chestnaught
004 Fennekin
005 Braixen (Fire/Psychic)
006 Delphox
007 Froakie
008 Frogadier (Water/Dark)
009 Greninja
010 Sentret
011 Furret
012 Fletchling
013 Fletchinder
014 Talonflame
015 Purrloin
016 Liepard
017 Wurmple
018 Silcoon
019 Beautifly
020 Cascoon
021 Dustox
022 Ekans
023 Arbok
024 Mareep
025 Flaaffy
026 Ampharos
027 Oddish
028 Gloom
029 Vileplume
030 Bellossom (Grass/Fairy)
031 Makuhita
032 Hariyama
033 Buizel
034 Floatzel
035 Drifloon
036 Drifblim
037 Woobat
038 Swoobat
039 Audino
040 Espurr
041 Meowstic
042 Skorupi
043 Drapion
044 Minccino
045 Cinccino
046 Cottonee
047 Whimsicott
048 Petilil (Grass/Fairy)
049 Lilligant (Grass/Fairy)
050 Swablu
051 Altaria
052 Riolu
053 Lucario
054 Sewaddle
055 Swadloon
056 Leavanny
057 Darumaka
058 Darmanitan
059 Swinub
060 Piloswine
061 Mamoswine
062 Skrelp
063 Dragalge
064 Clauncher
065 Clawitzer (Water/Dark)
066 Rhyhorn
067 Rhydon
068 Rhyperior
069 Houndour
070 Houndoom
071 Lunatone
072 Solrock
073 Honedge
074 Doublade
075 Aegislash
076 Litleo
077 Pyroar
078 Timburr
079 Gurdurr
080 Conkeldurr
081 Flabebe
082 Floette (Fairy/Grass)
083 Florges (Fairy/Grass)
084 Omanyte
085 Omastar
086 Archen
087 Archeops
088 Castform
089 Ralts
090 Kirlia
091 Gardevoir
092 Gallade
093 Croagunk
094 Toxicroak
095 Hawlucha
096 Trapinch
097 Vibrava
098 Flygon
099 Bonsly
100 Sudowoodo (Rock/Grass)
101 Snorunt
102 Glalie
103 Froslass
104 Shinx
105 Luxio (Electric/Dark)
106 Luxray (Electric/Dark)
107 Heracross
108 Druddigon
109 Yamask
110 Cofagrigus
111 Sableye
112 Aron
113 Lairon
114 Aggron
115 Carbink
116 Chingling
117 Chimecho
118 Golett
119 Golurk
120 Nosepass
121 Probopass
122 Bergmite
123 Avalugg
124 Blitzle
125 Zebstrika
126 Gible
127 Gabite
128 Garchomp
129 Litwick
130 Lampent
131 Chandelure
132 Inkay
133 Malamar
134 Klefki
135 Spiritomb
136 Deino
137 Zwelious
138 Hydreigon
139 Manaphy
140 Phione
141 Shaymin
142 Victini
143 Jirachi
144 Meloetta​

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THE SAANNEWS

bringing you quality news over Saann​

SAANN REGION NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC​

After countless hearings held in Oleove City, the Saann Law Court has decided to open the Saann Region to everyone starting today. Now, foreigners from other regions can experience the wonders of innovation and diversity here in Saann. To join, you must pass the Citizenship Exam, which is located at the first post.​

LIBREAL CITY HAS FINISHED CONSTRUCTION​

Another good news, Libreal City has finished it's construction. This makes it Saann's 11th official city. This has been designated as Saann's law center and all future embassies will be located here. This is also now home to the Saann Law Court, who has been assigned to Oleove City before Libreal City's construction.​

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OPERATION PINKEYE

PART 1​

THE SAANNEWS

bringing you quality news over Saann​

POKEMON IN THE SAANN REGION ARE ATTACKING PEOPLE​

There has been numerous reports of Pokemon in the Saann Region attacking and wreaking havoc amongst the Saannites. One of the first attacks was in Scorpulean City wherein a flock of Fletchling pecked at a local businesskeeper. Reports say that he is in critical condition. So far, the attacks have been consistent all over Western Saann, while there are still no reports of attacks in Eastern Saann. As of yet, there hasn't been an official statement from the Saann government concerning these attacks. However, officials say that there will be a press conference about it tomorrow at Libreal City.​

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MEANWHILE, BACK IN THE SAANN POKEMON LEAGUE​

I watched as the helicopter landed on the helipad. I'm not sure why this mess is happening to be honest.

I boarded the helicopter as we flew to Skynet City to get some answers about the Pokemon attacks.

As we landed in Skynet City, I was greeted by an old colleague.

"Oh hey Somayca. What's happening?" I asked. Somayca is the head developer of the Double Doom system, the Saann version of the Pokemon Storage System.

"A lot is happening, Lady Emmelie. Come inside, we need to debrief you of our status." Somayca ushered me inside.

We walked through the hallways until we reached the control room, where i was met with a sensible woman in a lab coat.

"Hello Lady Emmelie, it is nice of you to join us in such a desperate time." the woman said while shaking my hand.

"Oh it's no problem Professor Keriah. What's the status?" I asked. Professor Keriah is the head of the Saann Space Protocol, and is currently leading the operation concerning the Pokemon attacks.

"Well, it seems we aren't the only ones who are dealing with these attacks. It seems the whole world is plunged into Pokemon anarchy. We also noticed that the attacks seems to be coordinated, like there is someone controlling it. We've gathered some samples and all of them seem to have red eyes and are acting hostile." Professor Keriah explained.

"The source of it, we aren't 100% sure but researchers concluded it came from a legendary Pokemon named Mewtwo." the professor added further.

"Well whatever the source is, we need to neutralize the threat. I want the whole research division of Saann to be working on a cure, Professor, we need more samples, and Somayca, can you book me a press conference tomorrow? With all these attacks becoming more and more aggresive, I might have to initiate Protocol Omega Alpha Delta." I said sternly.​

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OPERATION PINKEYE

PART 2​

THE SAANNEWS

bringing you quality news over Saann​

SAANN GOVERNMENT INITIATES PROTOCOL OMEGA ALPHA DELTA​

Just moments ago, Lady Emmelie has addressed the issue of the Pokemon attacks during the press conference held in Libreal City. This is the full quote from her speech.

"As you all may know, the Pokemon attacks in the Saann Region are getting worse and worse as we speak. Apparently, this has also been the case with the other regions as well. While we don't know the true cause of these attacks, we believe it's the work of the legendary Pokemon, Mewtwo. Even though we are working on a cure to stop these attacks, for the safety of every Saannite and Pokemon on the region I'm initiating Protocol Omega Alpha Delta under the Saann Region. The Saann Region will currently be under a mandatory martial law, All owned Pokemon must be sealed in their Pokeballs to avoid getting influenced, and everyone must stay indoors just to be safe. We will be handing out relief goods, and other necessities while this problem persists. For now, I would advise everyone to go back to your homes and keep yourselves safe from harm."

Lady Emmelie has issued Protocol Omega Alpha Delta, which means the Saann Region is currently under martial law. More news about the attacks will be posted here on the Saannews. Stay tuned.​

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MEANWHILE, BACK IN SKYNET CITY​

I arrived in Skynet City minutes after I left the press conference. It was a hard decision, but it must be done for the safety of everyone.

I walked in the building as Somayca kept me up to speed with the new info.

Apparently the research division has been pretty successful, they managed to formulate the cure but there was one problem...

"The Pokemon weren't fully healed. After a few minutes, they return to their aggressive nature." Somayca pointed out.

I went to see Professor Keriah to see if she has a solution to the problem.

"Well, to be quite frank, we're stumped. We don't know what other ways we can fix the cure..." Professor Keriah explained.

"Have you tried using the SecretPotion in Johto? I heard they can fully heal any Pokemon ailment." I said.

"Well, I guess it's worth a shot. We could find the compound that helps with the healing process." Professor Keriah said.

Great! Now we just have to hold out for the next few weeks...​

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The salon was abuzz with the recent news of martial law. Where normally one would have seen a plethora of gossiping trainers grooming genteel Pokémon, there were only humans. Confused, unsettled Coordinators made up the majority with Groomers, Breeders, and other contest-loving folk peppered through the growing crowd.

"Why do we have to keep them cooped up like this?" demanded a fussy-looking lady, gesturing and speaking to the room at large. "I don't know anyone whose Pokémon have gone mad!"
"My poor Vulpix gets antsy when she spends more than a day inside!" whined a heavyset man.
"And it's a Luxury Ball too, that spoiled little turd." another guy muttered, a little bit too loudly.

Oh, the drama, Adrienne thought, hastily vacating her seat as the bickering began. Even in a crisis, still fighting over petty things. She flicked through articles on her holo-tablet as she walked toward the exit. Only about fifty percent affected, hmm?

She paused in the doorway, causing the automatic doors to slide and the majority of her peers to pay attention to the motion.

"I'm gonna take my chances. Keeping my Pokémon indefinitely trapped is cruel. Besides, we've got work to do. Right, Brockway?"

An Aipom released itself from its capsule on cue and jumped up to her shoulder, chittering happily. As they left the salon, Adrienne heard the unmistakable sounds of PokéBalls opening. She smiled.

"Let's get back to training."

SPIRITUAL MALAISE

PART 1​

A few hours ago, Lady Emmelie had put into motion Protocol Omega Alpha Delta, placing a martial law on Saannites. As her responsibilities as Purpricorn's Gym Leader, Melaise had closed down her Gym until further notice, spending the hours with her gym trainers to assist the local police force in ensuring that every child, adult and elderly citizen of Purpricorn were safe at home. She had her trainers remain vigilant while they stayed indoors, such that they could swiftly mobilize and handle any unexpected situations that may hit Purpricorn.

While the rest of the Saann waged their battles against the recent phenomenon in the day, Melaise's battlefield took place in the cloak of the night. Ever since Pokemon started going berserk, she had sensed a paradigm shift in the aura enveloping Noble Hill. Its usual tranquility during the day had been replaced with an unsettling atmosphere. The vivid flowers appeared jarring, juxtaposed against the hostile energy emanating from the hill. Even she had notice her close affinity with Noble Hill diminishing.

Among all the cities, Purpricorn had its least share of Pokemon attacks in broad daylight. But that was only because the wild Pokemon native to Purpricorn were not early risers. As dusk fell, the denizens of the hill grew in power and strength. Just a night ago, a Sableye had broken into the Pokemon Center, causing damage to the equipment. A Drifloon had also attempted to spirit a child away. They barely dodged the bullet, saved by Charon's hasty intervention. The Queen of Ghosts was having none of it. If the phantoms wanted to threaten the sanctuary of Purpricorn, she would put them in their place.

She crossed through the gates that separated the city and the hill, with Acheron by her side, blade unsheathed. She felt the tension in the cold air, like taut metallic wires that she could just pluck with her fingers. She could feel the hill stirring with signs of life lurking in the shadows. Out of the corner of her eye, Melaise spotted a shadow darting out of the bushes, straight towards her. She heard a sharp clang of metal, as Acheron intercepted the sneak attack with his shield. Aggravated as if it wasn't already in berserk mode, the Honedge vehemently lashed out at Acheron with a bombardment of moves. The Aegislash merely blocked each blow with his shield, coated in a gleaming metallic aura, with an unflinching stance. The Honedge started to show signs of fatigue, as its attacks slowed and weakened upon contact, having its blade gradually made blunt by the King's Shield. When it paused for just a partial second in its offense, Acheron instantly switched stances and exploited the opening, executing the ghost with a deadly Shadow Claw.

The sounds of combat had caught the notice of the resident specters, as a swarm of Yamasks rose out of the sea of gravestones, raising up a ghastly dirge of sobbing and moaning. Melaise summoned Charon to quickly end the tragedy; the Drifblim blasted the Yamasks away with a strong gust of dark energy.

As if it wasn't already too early in the night, Melaise and her pokemon heard a crack, loud as a peal of thunder. With tense strides, she headed towards its source – the peak.
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