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Post by Sheogorath Tue Dec 13, 2011 7:02 pm

Hello everyone.

By popular(?) demand, I have started a Pokemon RP.

Let's get the rules out of the way:

Rules!:
1. Pokemon have only four move slots. This can only change if you want to have certain similar moves take up the same slot. ASK to see if your particular case is ok.

Example: If you had a Castform and wanted to have the different Weather Moves take up one slot, this would be allowed.

2. We will be using Generation Five mechanics for battle.

3. We will not keep track of levels, stats, etc. (Too much hassle on everyone involved) As such, I expect common sense to be used in this. (A level 1 Pikachu can't beat a level 100 Gyarados, even with the type advantage)

4. Your starter Pokemon MUST be able evolve twice, (Everyone gets one) regardless of the method. A list below will have the ones you can choose. The starter will be at equivalent of level 5.

5. I will allow the use of this website for Pokemon, moves, etc. However, Pokemon must have all the "nuts and bolts" (moves, abilities, etc.). Also, if you want a starter from Pokemon Factory, message me and I'll see if I will allow it.

6. When choosing your starter or catching a new Pokemon, you can try to have the Pokemon have it's Dream World Ability. When you do this, roll a d20 and subtract from the result the number of abilities the Pokemon is normally capable of minus one. For Starters, it has to be 10 or higher to get the DW ability. For Wild Pokemon, it must be 15 or higher.

Approved Pokemon that can be your starter:

Dratini, Chikorita, Cyndaquil, Totodile, Cleffa, Pichu, Igglybuff, Togepi, Mareep, Hoppip, Porygon, Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip, Horsea, Magnemite, Gastly, Rhyhorn, Geodude, Zubat, Oddish, Poliwag, Abra, Machop, Bellsprout, Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Caterpie, Weedle, Pidgey, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Wurmple, Lotad, Seedot, Ralts, Slakoth, Whismur, Azurill, Aron, Trapinch, Spheal, Bagon, Beldum, Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup, Starly, Shinx, Budew, Happiny, Gible, Duskull, Elekid, Magby, Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott, Lillipup, Pidove, Roggenrola, Timburr, Tympole, Sewaddle, Venipede, Sandile, Gothita, Solosis, Vanillite, Klink, Tynamo, Litwick, Axew, and Deino.

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Aaron

-Togetic-
Gender: Male
Ability: Super Luck
Nature: Brave
Moves:
-Metronome
-Sweet Kiss
-Wish
-Yawn

-Onix-
Gender: Female
Ability: Sturdy
Nature: Brave
Moves:
-Smack Down
-Rage
-Rock Polish
-Rock Throw

-Pineco-
Gender: Male
Ability: Sturdy
Nature: Bold
Moves:
-Take Down
-Protect
-Selfdestruct
-Bug Bite

-Larvesta-
Gender: Male
Ability: Flame Body
Nature: Docile
Moves:
- Morning Sun
- Flame Charge
- Take Down
- String Shot

-Audino-
Gender: Male
Ability: Healer
Nature: Hardy
Moves:
-Refresh
-Attract
-Heal Pulse
-Covet

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Luna

-Pikachu-
Gender: Male
Ability: Lightning Rod
Nature: Brave
Moves:
-ThunderShock
-Quick Attack
-Electro Ball
-Thunder Wave
Pending Moves: Double Team, Slam

-Yanma-
Gender: Male
Ability: Frisk
Nature: Bashful
Moves:
-Tackle
-Foresight
-Quick Attack
-Double Team
Pending Moves: Uproar

-Joltik-
Gender: Male
Nature: Jolly
Ability: Compoundeyes
Moves:
-Thunder Wave
-Electroweb
-Fury Cutter
-Bug Bite
Pending moves:

-Rotom-
Gender: Genderless
Nature: Adamant
Ability: Levitate
Moves:
- Confuse Ray
- Signal Beam
- ThunderShock
- Astonish
Pending Moves:

-Kabuto-
Gender: Female
Nature: Calm
Ability: Battle Armor
Moves:
-Leer
-Absorb
-Confuse Ray
-Slash
Pending moves:

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Dawn

-Litwick-
Gender: Female
Nature: Brave
Ability: Flame Body
Moves:
-Hex
-Flame Burst
-Will-O-Wisp
-Confuse Ray
Pending Moves:

-Golett-
Gender: Genderless
Nature: Bold
Ability: Iron Fist
Moves:
- Rollout
- DynamicPunch
- Shadow Punch
- Iron Defense
Pending Moves:

-Servine-
Gender: Male
Nature: Quiet
Ability: Overgrow
Moves:
- Iron Tail
- Vine Whip
- Mega Drain
- Growth
Pending Moves:

-Mawile-
Gender: Female
Nature: Timid
Ability:Intimidate
Moves:
- Faint Attack
- Astonish
- Bite
- Ice Punch
Pending Moves:

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Venus

-Metang-
Gender: None
Ability: Clear Body
Nature: Lonely
Moves:
-Take Down
-Metal Claw
-Confusion
-Zen Headbutt
Pending Moves:

-Pawniard-
Gender: Male
Nature: Lax
Ability: Inner Focus
Moves:
- Fury Cutter
- Psycho Cut
- Faint Attack
- Scary Face
Pending Moves:

-Solosis-
Gender: Female
Nature: Naive
Ability: Magic Guard
Moves:
- Supreme Bulwark (Reflect and Light Screen put together)
- Psyshock
- Recover
- Rollout
Pending Moves:

-Sigilyph-
Gender: Female
Nature: Careful
Ability: Magic Guard
Moves:
- Psycho Shift
- Tailwind
- Psybeam
- Whirlwind
Pending Moves:

-Ralts-
EVOLUTION NOW POSSIBLE
Gender: Male
Nature: Docile
Ability: Magic Guard
Moves:
- ThunderPunch
- Magical Leaf
- Heal Pulse
- Teleport
Pending Moves:

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May

-Torterra-
Gender: Male
Nature: Naughty
Ability:Overgrow
Moves:
- Bite
- Earthquake
- Synthesis
- Razor Leaf
Pending Moves:

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Waren

-Kirlia-
Gender: Female
Nature: Bold
Ability:Synchronize
Moves:
- Teleport
- Confusion
- Magical Leaf
- Heal Pulse
Pending Moves: Calm Mind

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Jolt

-Luxio-
Gender: Male
Nature: Adamant
Ability:Intimidate
Moves:
- Spark
- Swagger
- Bite
- Roar
Pending Moves:

-Zebstrika-
Gender: Female
Nature: Jolly
Ability:Motor Drive
Moves:
- Spark
- Flame Charge
- Thunder Wave
- Pursuit
Pending Moves:


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Post by Flagmauth Tue Dec 13, 2011 9:21 pm

Out of curiosity, what are the Fifth Gen battle mechanics?

And why are there no PF Pokemon available for starters?
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Post by Sheogorath Tue Dec 13, 2011 10:35 pm

Well, some moves changed how they work, some more than others. Bulbapedia lists what each move does by generation, so we are using what it says for generation five.

Ex: In generations one through four, Explosion would treat the target as if they had half of their normal defense, dealing twice the normal damage. This was removed in generation five.

Also, (upon editing to make it clear) Pokemon from Pokemon Factory have to be checked by me; those listed are approved. I'll add any I approve to the list as time goes on.
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Post by Doomwing Tue Dec 13, 2011 10:50 pm

I shall start with a pichu. My character shall be... (for a twist) Female. She has shoulder length white hair that shines in the light. Her favorite type of pokemon is electric types. She met the Pichu over two years ago after she was attacked by a group of hungry pidgy. She has lived on the streets most of her life, and knows how to fend for herself.

The Pichu risked itself to save her, and they became best freinds. Her current age is 17. What she plans on doing is becoming an inspiration for the other kids who live on the streets in her home town.

For short: Name: Luna Evenstar
Age: 17
Hair color: White
Skin tone: Pale white
Eye color: blue
Background: Street smarts, quick thinker, and able to get out of tough situations.
Starter: Pichu
Met starter: 2 Years ago.
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Post by Sheogorath Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:03 pm

Well, look who's off to a flying start. good on you, but add a little bit about your pokemon. Gender, personality, etc. Also, your Pichu has the Static ability (As that is the only one it can have unless you want to try for the Dream World Ability, read below) and knows Thundershock, Charm, and Tail Whip.

Also, I have decided to allow the chance for Pokemon to have their "Dream World" ability. In Ian's case, its lightning rod. If you want to try for the Dream World ability, roll a d20 and subtract the number of normal abilities it can have minus one. If it is 10 or higher, you get the Dream World ability, but you only get one shot. For example, Pichu only has one ability it can normally have, so it doesn't get a penalty.
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Post by Doomwing Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:09 pm

well let's see...
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Post by Flagmauth Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:09 pm

The member 'Doomwing' has done the following action : Roll dice

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Post by Doomwing Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:13 pm

The Pichu is very untrusting of other pokemon. it wraps a red bandana around its head. the tips of its ears are a bit fuzzy. It is a male pichu. Personality wise it is somewhat arrogent, but would risk its life for Luna.
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Post by Sheogorath Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:14 pm

Congrats, you have option of your Pichu having the Lightningrod ability, which it will keep when it evolves.
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Post by Doomwing Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:16 pm

its ability is lightningrod.
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Post by Sheogorath Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:34 pm

Very well then.

My character is a boy, (Aaron) 14 years old, with "true" red hair, tan-ish skin, and golden eyes. He's about 5'0 and spends his time in the wild, choosing to observe Pokemon instead of catching them. His Pokemon is a Togepi he found when he was nine that he hid from his family, who has a less-than-positive attitude towards Pokemon. It is male and tends to be as curious as Aaron is. It knows Growl, Charm, and Metronome and it's ability is...


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Post by Flagmauth Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:34 pm

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Post by Flagmauth Wed Dec 14, 2011 9:21 pm

I'mma just use Dawn (from the games, not that fail-in-a-can excuse for a TV show), stereotypical trainer who pretty much just wants to catch and train Pokemon. Simple as that. Her starter is a Litwick, knows Ember, Astonish, Minimize, and Smog, and its ability is Flame Body.

Start the freakin' RP, Dave!
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Post by Doomwing Wed Dec 14, 2011 9:52 pm

Luna Wakes up in an Alley way, where she makes her home. It is in a Crowded city (David Picks the name). She Sleeps in a Homemade lean-to like Shack. The Pichu sleeps Next to her its cheeks letting off little sparks every time it breaths.

She brushes a small piece of dirt off of its face and Sits up. She Sighs and Stretches. "Morning Pichu." She says as she Fishes around in a sack for food. "We have left overs from last night... some wonderful Apples I picked from the Park, and some Old Cheese from the Bakery Which closed down last year."

Pichu points at the apple. "Pichu!"

"The Apples it is!" Luna Smiles. Her smile brilliantly white. She tosses one to the Pichu, whom catches it and begins to nibble on it. Luna Polishes off her apple and Eats it. Its juicy interior filling her with Warmth and happiness.

There is some rustling outside. Some of the Wild City Pokémon are waking up this early as well. Luna Sighs and looks out the door of the shack. "Just some Trubbish… Don't worry."
she says as a few Trubbish wake up and Rustle around walking into some other alleys.

She looks up and sees a Flock of Pidgy taking flight for the morning going to hunt some Caterpie or Weedle. She remembers back on the Day Pichu rescued her.

That little Pokémon risked its life to save me… I probably didn't even deserve it.
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Post by Sheogorath Thu Dec 15, 2011 12:27 am

(I have decided to have you guys start in Johto, so you will be in Goldenrod City)

Aaron awakes to find his Togepi sleeping on his head. Reaching up, he brings it down in front of him.

"What are up to?" He says, in a silly, joking tone.

Togepi smiles back at him, shaking its hands and feet.

Aaron looks up at his surroundings and opens up his map. He finds he is currently on Route 32, near Violet City. It has been 3 days since he ran away from home, after his parents threatened to sell his Togepi to Team Rocket.

With a stern, yet sad look, Aaron remembers how it happened. It started a few years back, before he found Togepi. The gym leaders were all meeting together for the first time in a while, when Team Rocket swooped in and took control of the towns. Nobody knows how they did it, some say they had help from one of the gym leaders. The Pokemon League was shut down with the loss of the gym leaders and Johto has never been the same.
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Post by President WIN Thu Dec 15, 2011 6:58 am

(Wow, pokemon noir. Never thought I'd see the day. I'll join once i get aquainted with the rules.)
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Post by Flagmauth Thu Dec 15, 2011 4:17 pm

Dawn hauled the box containing her personal belongings up the stairs to her new bedroom. She wondered if Johto had always been like this; having just moved to Goldenrod City from Mauville City in Hoenn, she wasn't at all familiar with the region. The people in charge were calling themselves "Team Rocket" or something.

Figuring out which one was her room wasn't hard; it was, of course, the smallest. She sighed, went in, and began unpacking.
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Post by Sheogorath Thu Dec 15, 2011 4:59 pm

Recalling Togepi to it's pokeball, Aaron moves quickly, trying to stay hidden. Unfortunately, he runs into a Rocket Grunt on the nearby bridge.

"Well well, what do we have here?" The Rocket Grunt walks slowly up to Aaron, a cruel grin on his face.

Aaron slowly backs away, looking for a way to get around the grunt.

"Little kids shouldn't be out this early." The Rocket Grunt reaches for a pokeball on his belt.

Aaron quickly grabs his Togepi's pokeball, sending it out.

"Ah, very fitting. A baby pokemon for a baby trainer." The grunt sends out his pokemon, an Ekans.

The Ekans flies in for a Wrap attack, but misses.

"Togepi, use Metronome!

Shaking it's hands fiercely, Togepi unleashes...

(Crunch)

Togepi sinks it's teeth into the Ekans, which hisses in pain. It swings it's tail, trying to shake Togepi off.
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Post by Flagmauth Thu Dec 15, 2011 7:17 pm

After an hour or so of unpacking and putting her stuff away, Dawn stood back and inspected the room critically. Taking Litwick's Pokeball, she sent it out. "What do you think, Litwick?"

Litwick inspected the room almost as critically. Finally, it nodded its approval.

"Good." Dawn said. "Now that that's over with, how about we have a look around the city?"

Litwick liked that idea, and so Trainer and Pokemon headed outside to do just that.
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Post by Doomwing Thu Dec 15, 2011 9:46 pm

Luna and Pichu walk side by side in the park searching for ripe apples amongst the apple trees. Luna stops at a cruise way and spots Five ripe apples on the tree. She smiles and picks them off. Pichu grabs on with its tail and breaks it in half. They Sit On a Park bench and eat the snack as the Sun finishes rising, and over in the distance they can see Team Rocket going about work.

"Those Creeps... they think they own this place. It's not true now is it Pichu." Luna says as she pats Pichu on the head.

Pichu looks up and nods its head half of its apple in its mouth.
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Post by Sheogorath Fri Dec 16, 2011 1:11 am

"Try Metronome again Togepi!"

Letting go of the Ekans, Togepi uses....

Meteor Mash

With a powerful strike, the Ekans is sent off the bridge and into the water. Aaron follows by grabbing Togepi and shoving the grunt in as well. He starts to run, putting as much distance as he can between him and the grunt.

Meanwhile, in Goldenrod... (Dawn)

Shortly after walking out, Dawn encounters a pair of rocket grunts. One steps forward.

"Quite the interesting Pokemon you have there."
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Post by Flagmauth Fri Dec 16, 2011 5:14 am

Dawn didn't quite like the look on the Grunt's face. "Thanks..." she said, starting to walk away, Litwick in tow. If she could get back to her house...
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Post by Sheogorath Fri Dec 16, 2011 4:42 pm

Suddenly a pair of metallic bugs (Durant) about Litwick size walk out, snapping at Dawn and blocking her way.

"I'm sure we can find a better use for it." the second grunt says, walking into view.

Meanwhile, Aaron makes his way to Union Cave, Togepi still in hand. Togepi retreats into its shell as they get close.

"Don't worry, we will not be in there long..." Aaron says. *I hope...*

Also meanwhile, a Yanma flies down from a nearby tree, grabbing two of Luna's apples.
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Post by Flagmauth Fri Dec 16, 2011 9:11 pm

"No! Litwick, use Ember!"

Litwick, unhappy with the way it and its Trainer were being treated by the grunts, gladly obliged, launching a bolt of fire at the nearest Durant.

[I like the double type advantage.]
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Post by Doomwing Fri Dec 16, 2011 10:50 pm

Luna frowns, "Pichu… Use Thundershock!"

Pichu gathers electricity and fires it at the Yanma.

it drops the apples and Luna grabs them. "Ha ha!"
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