video | june 18th

[pokexplorer]

[The video feed opens up to the image of a man with a weird coat and an even weirder hairstyle. It'd be weird enough without the translucence provided by his Iris Moonblessing, honestly. He is located somewhere in one of Greatmoon Groves' parks from the looks of things in the background, and he seems very excited to speak with the network.]

Greetings! I've yet to make a post to the network, so I would like to introduce myself first and foremost. I am Colress, a scientist working for the Lunar Scientia and a fellow Moonblessed!

I am addressing the network today with an inquiry! But before I get to that, I would like to make just a few more introductions. This will be related to my inquiry.

[Colress then pans the camera to five creatures whom he introduces as Klinklang, Beheeyem, Magneton, Rotom and Porygon-Z. Klinklang and Rotom seem particularly interested in crowding around the communication band to get their time to shine, while Beheeyem and Magneton hang out as far off-screen as possible. Porygon-Z looks like it has no idea what's going on, honestly.

Colress manages to settle them all down before returning his attention to the feed.]

These are my Pokemon! I have been here for about two months, and have taken notice to the fact that everyone I've spoken to has had no idea what Pokemon are. Allow me to provide a brief description: Pokemon are creatures in my world with unique abilities and affinities to various elements. There are hundreds of species, and they have had a long-standing symbiotic relationship with humans. Pokemon are a cornerstone of my world's culture and my primary subject of study, so you can imagine my surprise when I discovered that I seem to be the only one with knowledge of them here!

However, I have met several individuals with similar companions. This brings me to my inquiry: Are there others present in Lunatia that arrived with pets or companions similar to Pokemon? I would love to compare and contrast our experiences, and learn more about the creatures of your worlds!

[As Colress goes on, the upside-down head of Porygon-Z can be seen peering in from the top left corner of the feed.]

Of course, I am also happy to elaborate on the subject of Pokemon as well, if anyone found interest in my description.

Thank you for your time!

Comments

[badluckblues]

i'm sorry is that a sentient, floating he washing machine

and a pile of gears

and a wad of magnets

[pokexplorer]

It is indeed! Pokémon physiology is incredibly varied, and there are plenty of inorganic species.

In the case of the washing machine however, Rotom is simply possessing it. Rotom's actual body is made of plasma.

[badluckblues]

oh okay yeah, possession, that makes more sense

[ it does not. ]

and they just chill with you like pets? they do anything useful?

[pokexplorer]

"Useful" is quite subjective. Some people find the companionship of a pet to be useful on its own.

[He'll digress on that, though.]

As I said in my post, my Pokémon have elemental affinities that I find helpful in my daily life. Several of them can release electric charges for providing power or charging devices, while Beheeyem has psychokinetic and telepathic abilities that have a variety of uses.

They all are also capable fighters. My Pokémon and I provided defense from the wildlife on the way to Lyestellus.

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[bloodisthicker]

You know, I still want to actually visit your world if we actually find a way to do that so I can see more of those things.

[it's weird that all these creatures are so charming despite being so fucking weird. but anyway.]

You know, though, I was thinking about it, and while it never came up directly, it does remind me a bit of a cultural figure we have known as the Avatar. They're kind of complicated to explain, but they're both the only person who can bend all four elements along with being the only person who can actually remember and contact their past lives. This makes them kind of a unifying figure, and historically they've usually traveled around with an animal companion of sorts.

[pokexplorer]

Hello, Tarrlok! [He gets a cheerful greeting with a smile, because. Y'know.] Actually... Have you heard about the Amphoria Room that the Lunar Scientia has been inviting Moonblessed to experience? I would not be opposed to making use of that if you would like a preview.

[Colress listens to Tarrlok's description with rapt attention, his eyebrows raising with curiosity with every new detail.]

My, they sound amazing! The concept of bending is fascinating enough, but to be able to wield all elements... [He can only think of one Pokemon that would be able to be all elemental types, and that's...essentially God, really.] I can certainly imagine that they would be a major figure in your world. Is there something special that determines who becomes the Avatar?

[bloodisthicker]

[Aw hell, that thing. The offer’s really tempting, but...]

Honestly, I don’t want to be the sort of person who distrusts technology, but the idea of uploading my memories to some sort of database makes me a bit uncomfortable. If you’re fine with it and I don’t have to upload mine, though, it sounds like it could be a good time.

[...like, on the one hand, Tarrlok has things to hide. On the other hand, it still seems potentially invasive and creepy even if you don’t.]

But yes, they definitely are a major figure. Basically, well, it’s something of a cycle, really... you don’t really become the Avatar as much as you’re born the Avatar. The last Avatar was an Air Nomad, so when he died, a girl from the Water Tribe was born as the new Avatar. When she dies, it’ll be a child from the Earth Kingdom, then a child from the Fire Nation, and then it’ll cycle back to an Air Nomad.

[wildsorcery]

I have... um... a ferret that isn't really a ferret? She's... um, my familiar. So... kind of?

I like your friends, they're lovely.

[pokexplorer]

A familiar, is it? I would certainly say that counts! Would you mind telling me more about her?

And thank you very much! [Considering the variety of noises coming from off-screen, they must've heard the compliment. Colress laughs.] They are likewise grateful for your kind words.

[wildsorcery]

Um, I...

[ He's a little distracted by the fact that the weird-looking creatures understood him. Then again, so does Grace. ]

Well, I summoned her... with a spell. M-magic? I learned it from my master, and she's... kind of a spirit. She just looks like a ferret, but I can make her any animal if I have to components for it. I just prefer a ferret.

[ He flushes a bit. ]

...they're cute.

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[spah]

Huh. [Give him a second to like, process what the heck he's looking at.] ... They're kinda cute. What're their names?

[Also, that is an extremely Texan accent.]

You said you work at Lunatia Scientia? Same here. R&D department.

[pokexplorer]

[That's an accent he recognizes!! It's an accent from a small part of his home region, so it's actually surprising for him to hear it from someone not familiar with Pokemon.]

Thank you! I think so as well. [He thinks they are very, cute. But he's the proud Trainer of them so he's biased.] I mentioned their species names in my post, and while nicknaming Pokemon is not uncommon, I tend to simply call them by their species names.

[He gets rather excited by the mention of the Lunar Scientia. Ah, a coworker he has yet to cross paths with! How exciting!]

And yes, I did say that! Coincidentally, I too work in Research and Development! While I primarily study Pokemon back home, I have a similarly long history in engineering that I put to use for research purposes. That is what the Lunar Scientia has hired me on for, as well as my mutual interest in unlocking the secrets of us Moonblessed.

That said, how about yourself, Mr...?

oops I can't read

[spah]

Oh - gotcha. Didn't realize those were the names.

[huh.]

Conagher. Dell Conagher. [Nodding.] I'm a mechanical engineer myself, so seein' living parts and calling them an animal is... a hell of a something. Like that, uh... what's it's name? Klinklang?

[Anyway. He shakes his head.]

Surprised I ain't seen you. Then again, it's a big damn place.

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[erasemymyth]

I have heard of familiars and creatures created through Magecraft, but this seems to be fauna alien to my lands.

[If they are in fact native creatures and not creations. Have elemental affinities sounds strange for natural creatures.]

[pokexplorer]

Ah! That is the second time I've heard of magic familiars. So they are not an uncommon concept in some worlds. Interesting!

Pokémon have abilities that could be likened to magic from what I have learned, but their existence is natural. They have existed long before humans, even.

[erasemymyth]

I see. Who else spoke of Familiars to you, if you do not mind me asking?

And as for these creatures, are they common around this world now?

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[wisdomprevails]

[PINGED because she's seen a Pokemon before. Several, even!]

I know of Pokemon! I've never seen ones like yours before. Are you familiar with the species called 'Pikachu'?

[pokexplorer]

[Wait what-- Someone knows?!]

Y-Yes! Of course! Pikachu's popularity spans multiple regions.

[It's not as surprising that someone would be unfamiliar with his own Pokemon. There are tons of species, so not everyone knows of all species.]

I am elated to know that someone here is actually aware of Pokemon! May I ask what region you are from, Miss?

[wisdomprevails]

[Gives a small giggle.] I hail from the kingdom of Hyrule. I'm afraid there are no Pokemon there, I've merely met some on my travels.

[kayssistant]

[Kay peers intently at all the Pokémon. Some of them look like robots or even animatronic toys. It's weird to think that they're actual creatures.]

Ooh, what kind of abilities? You mean like superpowers?

[She doesn't have a pet with her but shhhh let her gush.]

[pokexplorer]

[Colress happily allows Kay to gush! He was serious about being totally willing to talk about just Pokemon, too.]

I suppose they could be categorized as such, yes! Depending on their elemental affinity, they are capable of wielding and producing said element. For example, several of my Pokemon are Electric-type, and thus can expel electrical charges from their bodies. Beheeyem, meanwhile, is capable of psychokinesis- he can manipulate objects or make them float, for instance.

[kayssistant]

Wow! Can Beheeyem also make people float? [YOUR PRIORITIES, KAY.]

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[abidethewalls]

[Is...is that a flying washing machine...?]

While I cannot say that there are any elemental affinities, I have arrived with my Ghost, though I would say that she's far more a companion than a creature. Are there particular things you are looking for?

[pokexplorer]

[It sure is. :)]

Your "Ghost"? A definition would be very much appreciated, to start! You see, I imagine a Pokémon like my Rotom when I hear "Ghost", as it is a Ghost-type itself!

[abidethewalls]

I think that we have two different views of Ghosts. There are Ghosts who are also pokemon in your world?

[This has become confusing very quickly.]

But a definition, of course. It may be easier to show, one moment.

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My Ghost. She is a trusted companion whom I owe my life to many times over, and a conduit to the Light of the Traveler back in my own world. I've been told that it is similar to the magic that many individuals here possess.