divinitea | 1 ♣ [TEXT/ACTION FOR GOLDENROD CITY + ACTION FOR THE ROCKET BASE]

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[Having grown tired of the sparseness of her room, Celes has taken it upon herself to investigate her new surroundings - in her regular clothes, of course. She's walking slowly, peering around the halls and taking in everything she can, eyes flicking back and forth suspiciously, as if expecting something to pop out at any moment.]

How mysterious....

[Behind her, a Gothita and Vulpix are pattering along, doing their best to keep up with their new trainer, despite the fact that she's ignoring them. The Gothita appears to be doing worse than the Vulpix (having tiny legs will do that to you), but she struggles furiously on, watching her trainer with wide, reverent eyes.

Feel free to interrupt Celes' wanderings if you happen to spot her - she'd be grateful for the information. Maybe.]

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[It's later in the day, and Celes has managed to find her way out of the Rocket Base and into the heart of Goldenrod City. She's currently seated at a table outside a rather quaint cafe, sipping from a cup and idly flicking through the feed on her Pokegear. Seated opposite her, sharing the chair, are her two Pokemon, eagerly watching both their trainer and the small cake sitting in front of her. Celes hasn't touched her food, but is onto her second pot of tea, murmuring to herself.]

...it's perfect....just how I like it.

[Her appetite hasn't really kicked in since she awoke in her room in the Rocket base, so with a slightly repulsed look she roughly cuts the cake into two pieces with her fork and pushes the plate over to her Pokemon. They fall on it in grateful desperation. However-

Do try to have some decorum.

[Celes' words are calm and even, but her Pokemon immediately freeze and start to eat slowly, any traces of their prior frantic feeding completely gone. Her Gothita even attempts to use the fork.

Having dealt with her Pokemon, Celes goes right back to ignoring them and instead focuses on her Pokegear, placing her teacup neatly back in the saucer.

She's spent most of her day gathering what information she can from the citizens around Goldenrod and her fellow Rocket members - now it's time to see if this 'feed' works as well as she's heard.]

I have a few questions that I would appreciate answers to, should any of you be able to help.

1) Are any of you familiar with a place called Hope's Peak Academy?

2) What can you tell me about 'Gothita' and 'Vulpix'?

3) What exactly is Team Rocket's purpose? Should I fear them?

Thank you very much for your time.

- Celestia Ludenberg

[Those aren't her only questions - by far - but at the moment they're the most pressing. If she finds someone helpful she'll pick their brain, anyway.

For now, her tea is waiting.]

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[...He's been trying to figure out if this is the most fake individual he's ever spoken to, or just the Strange Japanese Child version of Miss Altava; right now, his radar is pinging this as so fake it's going to break the scale. The knowledge that she awakened in Goldenrod is really not helping with that impression - not that that's a bad thing, mind you. If anything, it just makes it more interesting. Adds another element to the game, if you will.]

It's very convenient, really, that time stops, particularly for that reason; after all, some have been brought here from the middle of important battles and the like - it would be rather unfortunate for their home worlds if time didn't stop for them, wouldn't it?

My name is Solf J Kimblee; I prefer last name over first.

I assume you're a high school student, if Mr. Oowada and Mr. Ishimaru are your classmates; I've been told a little bit about your school, but not much. It's some sort of boarding school for the gifted, correct? Am I to assume you have a particular talent or specialty as well?

[hopefully it's something he's heard of

what the fuck's a hall monitor]

[...Celestia is nothing if not...interesting. And very, very good at games.

Shall we continue to play~?]

Kimblee-san, then; a pleasure to meet you. My name is Celestia Ludenberg, as I'm sure you realised, but just Celes is fine. That's what my classmates call me. I am indeed a student of that particular academy.

[If only you could see her, Kimblee-san; she's smiling in the most adorably devilish way!]

My specialty is gambling. I'm rather good at it.

Perhaps we could play a game sometime.

Edited 2013-08-22 10:08 (UTC)

[>gambling
>high school student

between this, the child soldiers, the kidnapped...everybody, the criminal underworld and that one person who got their organs sold to the yakuza or something, what the hell is wrong with the japanese police]

That depends. What sort of game would you be interested in?

[Well she never said it was legal gambling!

...

that totally makes it better and all]

Anything, really - it's been such a while since I've been able to exercise my talents. We don't even have to play for stakes, if you don't like that sort of thing. It does tend to make it all the more exciting, however.

[Especially when you put your life on the line! Or, you know...the lives of others.

^_^]

Forgive my forwardness - with my lifestyle, I've learned to take opportunities when they arise, and you've been so very helpful to me so far.

I really do appreciate it, Kimblee-san.

Don't mention it, and don't apologize; there's no need.

I'll warn you, however, that I like my stakes high.

[Oho, now you're speaking her language~]

If you like them as high as me, then we'll get along fine.

[Hmm, she's getting a bit too...eager, here; better get her desu back.]

Ah, but I've let my passion for my hobby take over - I hope you don't mind, Kimblee-san. I tend to be a bit excitable when asked about my talents.

[Hmm.

Under a lock this goes, actually.]

Name your preferred bet.

[How scandalous~]

That depends on what you could offer me, Kimblee-san.

Playing for money alone bores me, shall we say.

How do you like to play, then?

[She can guess....]

Where I'm from, the human soul has potential to be a tangible and very powerful commodity. It's possibly the most valuable thing I've laid down.

You're willing to bet your very soul?

[........

what is this feeling...]

Never have I played a game with such stakes....

[T-This....is this...true ecstasy....?!]

Of course. Only when one's laid their soul on the line can they say their work is truly beautiful.

So really, I'm not opposed to any stakes you may happen to set, assuming you're truly interested in playing.

Kimblee-san...it's been such a long time since I've spoken to someone who speaks my language so fluently.

I would quite like to meet you in person.

Consider the sentiment returned, on all counts. Unfortunately, I'm out of town at the moment, though I'll return to Goldenrod City eventually; we can discuss details then, if you'd like.

Until then, I have another piece of advice for you, should you want it.

Ah, my classmates are coming to take me to Violet City soon, although I'm sure I'll have to return to Goldenrod City eventually. We will have to ensure we meet for tea.

[Like the classy people they are.]

Please - I'd love to hear it.

Well, in fairness it's more a bit of general information, though it can also be both advice and a rather...useful thing to know, if you decide to utilize it.

Only Team Rocket members awaken in Goldenrod.

[............]

I'll have to ensure I look out for any, then. Thank you for informing me.

Good girl.

Give my regards to Mr. Oowada and Mr. Ishimaru, when you see them, seeing as we all seem to share a hometown.

[....is that so. Ohohoho....Ishimaru-kun and Oowada-kun had conveniently forgotten to mention that.]

I like your style, Kimblee-san.

It appears there are many things I can learn from you.

Perhaps, though that depends on where your ambition lies. For the time being, however, spend time with your classmates; enjoy yourself.

And as I suspect that you'll be waiting for at least a few days while they come to get you, there's a casino in the middle of town.

[....she may just have to giggle at that one. Very gleefully.]

You certainly know how to speak to a lady, Kimblee-san.

I feel at home already.

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