[PKMN OPEN] Z: A Kalos Journey [OOC][T]

So you prefer "strengths" and "weaknesses" to be pokémon/battling related rather than fears/character traits? Different GMs do this differently c:

It's not that we prefer either or. But we feel like it's more prudent to have an equal measure of both types.

Since this is a pokémon RP it would make sense to have both. Plus it was more a suggestion to replace running in flip-flops.

Deceptio said:

While my Co-GM is unwilling to be so blunt. Your characters backstory is too dark for this style of RP. The general feel of the RP is quite lighthearted with a few dark moments thrown in for good measure to keep the story interesting.

We push the boundaries on the pokémon story slightly here, with more mature themes and elements in order to keep things interesting. But a wife-beater abusive father and a boy who left his mother behind to escape beatings... well... that's a liiiittle much. We would prefer if you choose to continue applying for this RP, that you write a character and story that is a little less intense in terms of dark imagery and mature themes.

Thank you for your time and interest in this RP.

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I feel like you are being too harsh. This is simply how I wished to develop my character's traits. I would not bother to talk about any history at all in the RP. However, as you wish I shall make a completely new application.

dud190 said:

I feel like you are being too harsh. This is simply how I wished to develop my character's traits. I would not bother to talk about any history at all in the RP. However, as you wish I shall make a completely new application.

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They have limited spots, they have to be a little harsher on the rules than in a normal RP. You're lucky they added 3 more spots, otherwise it would be even worse than it is! xD

adventure said:

So you prefer "strengths" and "weaknesses" to be pokémon/battling related rather than fears/character traits? Different GMs do this differently c:

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Yh, it's more to do with seeing how the trainer would act in an interaction or in a confrontation involving a trainer or pokemon. It really helps when there's at least one or two that give an idea of that. In hindsight, I suppose that seems befitting to a personality section, but strengths and weaknesses give a better insight into what the character excels at, and how they can be pushed/will have to overcome on their journey than a personality section would. So they dont have to be specifically pokemon related, but at least something that we can apply to a scenario that involves pokemon.

Not to call people out, but a good example of this would be Ozy's character's impulsiveness. While it's not explicitly stated, we could see how that would effect her in various scenarios, especially involving pokemon.

Alright, made some edits.

Name: Jason Sharp

Gender/Age/Hometown: Male/17/Sootopolis City

Appearance: Unfortunately, I'm a horrible artist so I cannot provide a picture. Jason has blue eyes and short, blond hair. He usually wears a white long sleeve shirt with a red puffer vest with a small hole where something was torn off. He also wears gray slacks and brown boots.

Strengths:
Determination- Described as his sister as headstrong, Jason despises the idea of giving up, and will continue to push himself forward, even if there is no clear or easy way. This "never give up" attitude serves him well in training his Pokemon.
Good Will- After his questionable past, Jason felt the need to redeem himself. Because of this, he became a kind, good natured man. Though he still feels guilty, leading into the next topic.

Weaknesses:
Guilt- Jason Sharp wasn't always a bright hearted lad. At one time, he was quite the opposite. Two years ago, Jason was an executive in Team Magma. After the Hoenn disaster(Pokemon Emerald),he decided to leave the region and learn to be a Pokemon trainer all over again. However, the guilt of what he did still stays with him.
Temper- Even in his old Magma days, Jason always had a short temper. He was always getting into fights. While his heart may have changed, his temperament is as short as ever.

Aspiration: Jason came to Kalos so that he could learn to be a better trainer. He had formally recieved training from Team Magma, but he wanted to learn to be a better trainer, a better friend, and a better person. He wanted learn from his Pokemon just as they learn from him. He wanted to redeem himself through his Pokemon.

History: Jason Lake Sharp was born in Sootopolis City and at the age of 8, he and his family went to visit relatives in Lillycove City. While he was there, he was playing out near the safari zone when he heard a Pokemon's cry. He rushed over to find a wild houndour ensnared in a thorny vine. He hurried and set it free. Afterward, he hurried it over to the Pokemon Center where it was nursed back to health. After that, the two were inseparable. Houndour would never leave Jason's side, and Jason would never leave his. Even when they returned to Sootopolis. All the way through his journey, Houndour has remained a loyal and faithful companion and friend.

He didn't join Team Magma until he was 15. He met Maxie in Rustboro City and was offered a position in his organization. However, he didn't join until one day, two months later, when he and his family were visiting Mossdeep City and his sister Melody almost drowned in the ocean. Jason became outraged and accepted Maxie's proposal. In the short time he had been in Team Magma, he quickly moved up the ranks.

Then, of course, came the Hoenn crisis. Images of booming thunder interrupted by scorching sunlight still burned in his mind. That day, Team Magma and Aqua alike disbanded, leaving people like Jason to think about what they had done. After thinking about the incident, Jason decided that he wanted to become a Pokemon Trainer. But the training Team Magma had given him was primarily to fight and eliminate. He wanted to learn to protect and defend. However, he couldn't bring himself to enter the Rustboro Trainer School. Not after what he had done. He decided to leave his Pokemon(including his loyal Houndoom) in the care of relatives and go to the Kalos region to learn.

Rival: Jason's rival is none other than his sister: Melody Byrn Sharp, former executive of Team Aqua. They both to Kalos at together, and for the same reason. Melody's starter Pokemon was a young Spheal she caught and befriended when she caught it stealing food from the ship's kitchen. She wears a white and blue striped short sleeve shirt with a blue hoodie, black cargo pants, and black boots.

Starter Pokemon:
Name(Species): Simon(Chimchar)
Starter Gender: Male
Starter Moveset: Scratch, Leer, Double Kick(Egg), Flame Wheel
Starter Ability: Blaze

Unfortunatly, I have no roleplay sample for me to provide, but look!
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L L A Penguin!

Avril will be partaking in Mission 1 and trying to catch a Fletchling at some point.

Mission 9 please. Gonna get a Cottonnee and let Jorunn play with fire c:

I'll take mission number 8 for Ryker. Defending the environment and getting shiny things. A definite good time.

I'm gonna claim Mission 5 but I may end up JPing with Shak on Mission 6 o/
So excited to see this start!

I'm interested in mission 7 myself. Will my gamer instincts betray me like they did in dark souls?

I'll take mission 3! The poor bleeding heart can't stand the cries of a poor baby 'mon.

Also, if anyone wants to group up for mission 2, that could be fun!

IC CSS for Shak scrub:

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hi, i'd like to ask for a custom mission?

Nagi said:

hi, i'd like to ask for a custom mission?

+CUSTOM MISSION [10]

An elderly couple roaming the streets of Aquacorde is in distress because of a lost item. The husband's beloved pocket watch was apparently stolen by a pickpocket that ran off towards the bridge. Get their artifact back and they may just reward you.

→ suggested reward: 500 Poke OR 1 Evolutionary Stone (Dusk or Shiny?)​

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Sounds good.
If you want the dusk or Shiny stones, Audrey will have to go through a bit, but if you write it as a simple task then it'll just be 500 Poke

I would probably love for Jorunn to actually capture a Fletchling later on so I wish for it to be available again at some point c: right now it just doesn't go with her fear of fire haha.