#001 | VIDEO (UN; PROFESSEUR)

[sycamour]

[It's been a few days since Sycamore arrived in Lunatia, and he feels he's managed to learn the ropes well enough; there's been one thing that has stood out to him more than anything else, however. It's likely not what he should be focusing on, but...well, he's always believed in following one's intuition whenever it strikes.

When his image pops up, it's framed quite nicely, as if this isn't the first time he's spoken to others through a video network. He's seated himself in a quiet corner of Cafe Azure, leaning back in the chair and smiling softly into the camera.]

Salut! I do hope I'm doing this right.

[One moment! A waiter has appeared off-screen bearing a beverage, and the professor chats with them for a moment before he returns his attention to the feed.]

It's come to my attention that most people in this city have no idea what Pokémon are! Such an odd experience, but not an unwelcome one! I see this as an opportunity to educate those who are interested!

[Reaching underneath the table for a moment, he soon emerges with what looks like a small orange fox. Said fox is obviously very pleased with being on-camera, if the little pose it makes has anything to do with it. Sycamore, meanwhile, takes a quick sip of coffee after Fennekin has settled himself on the table, looking momentarily pensive.]

Ah, where to begin with such a topic...I am used to beginner trainers, yes, but not those who have no experience with Pokémon whatsoever! I have been mulling this over for a few days now-

[-while spending ample time in whatever café is nearby, because that helps the academic process-]

-and have decided that perhaps it would be easier if I gave anyone who was interested the chance to contact me personally!

[Smiling again, Sycamore pauses for a moment, as if finished...before slapping the table and surging forward towards the camera, scaring the life out of poor Fennekin-]

I cannot believe this! I have forgotten to introduce myself, amidst all this Pokémon-related excitement! I am Professor Sycamore, a researcher from the Kalos region! It would truly be my pleasure to share my knowledge with any of you who are interested in learning more about these wonderful creatures we call Pokémon! Let me give you an introduction-

[...or not, because as soon as Sycamore is ready to launch into his monologue, two more Pokemon pop up into the video...before the latter one accidentally bumps the camera and switches it off.

...

enchanté...]

Comments

[sycamour]

[That...is a lot to take in, wow. 500 years before he'll be born? The mysteries of this world truly have no limits...]

That's alright; thank you for answering me. You've been far more helpful than you needed to be already.

You said you've been here a considerable number of months...did you find it became easier to deal with everything your moonblessing brings, the longer your stay?

[starmark]

yeah absolutely
the first time i got hit with sanguis i wanted to just
hmm
i felt like i had to find everything that belonged to me and make sure everyone else in the world knew it was mine
plus i felt...agitated
i couldn't stop pacing and i wanted to fight

by now i've gotten better at separating out what's sanguis and what's me
for me that helps
the one exception is the iris i mentioned
i'll still get just as worked up about things where he's involved

[sycamour]

That makes sense. One of the key traits of Sanguis is possessiveness, no? Of course you would want to ensure everyone was aware of what was yours. I've actually seen the odd post on the network that makes me think there are some others struggling with it right now. You seem to have an admirable hold on it!

Although, it's interesting, what you said, about your Iris companion. I take it your relationship is quite intimate?

[....]

If you don't mind me asking, of course! There I go again, talking before thinking....

[starmark]

oh yeah
i saw the guy telling everybody to stay away from his firefighter

that's pretty standard sanguis

anyway yeah we're uh
like i said it's a little more complicated than just the moonblessings
he's important to me
and he needs me

[sycamour]

I must admit, I was referring to the gentleman asking everyone to stay away from his firefighter. I suppose it was rather adorable, in a possessive way? A good taste of what Sanguis is like, anyway.

I can imagine that adding moonblessings into an already complicated relationship would cause some strain. I hope it doesn't trouble you both too much.

[starmark]

yeah i saw that and was like
well now everybody knows what moonblessing you've got
good job, guy

anyway that's the other thing i like about sanguis
it kind of helps me understand my important person a little better
i can relate better to some of the things he says
because i've felt something like them too