Z walked through the streets of the town with a smile. It was a rare week with cool breezes and gentle warm sunshine in the town, meaning that the residents would spend the day outdoors relaxing. Alloy and Haxorus were helping out in the mines and Kit was sleeping in the gym while Sparky kept an eye on Ruby to make sure the mischievous pokemon wouldn't get herself in any trouble. Volt was resting in his usual spot in the town's power center where he would regularly charge the generators so that the town would have electricity. Tsurara was selling frozen juice pops on the side of the street with the help of a merchant to raise some money for the town.
Post by Izzy Ishimura on Feb 26, 2015 20:04:02 GMT -6
Asemon Rangers Union (LE) Head Ranger - Izzy Ishimura
Suddenly from afar a Bicycle suddenly appeared from the direction of the sun; if the trained eye looked at it closely, it was a Special type of bicycle, more descriptively it was a Police Bike that most Stores in any region in the known Pokemon world didn't sell publicly or even dare build themselves because of the tight restrictions around it, it had a white base with a Brown and Green Decal that lined from the front to the back. in the back rested a bag with the Pokemon Ranger Logo on it, it was a vertical triangle with a picture of a mountain and forests with a Pokeball in the middle, except the red portion was replaced with Green and Blue and inside the logo above the Mountains it read 'Bureau of Pokemon and Land Management' and below 'Asemon Rangers Union'
"I dunno Tara are you sure this is the right part of the map, I mean... we've been traveling for days in this heat and I'm sure that town on the map needs to be here somewhere or you got us really lost." The young Law Enforcement Ranger turned to his Partner, a larvitar wearing a Green BPLM Ranger Floppy hat "Larvi-tar!" 'Its there, I see it, I see it!' as the young female larvitar pointed at small squares in the distance "Okay, okay... You win, you led us in the right direction."
Last Edit: Feb 26, 2015 20:22:55 GMT -6 by Izzy Ishimura
A large Aerodactyl flew over them and landed in the town next to Z. *there are newcomers here,* said Rodan to her partner. "Is that so?" said Z, "I think I should say hello then. Care to give me a ride?" The aerodactyl nodded, *hop on.* Z climbed onto the prehistoric pokemon and held on as she flew him over to where the Ranger and his Larvitar were stopped. The large pokemon landed and Z flipped off the large pokemon's back to land on his feet in front of them.
"Hiya," said the teen, "Welcome to Starfort Town. If you're here for the gym battle, you should check in at the center first, as the gym leader needs to collect his team. If you're here about mining trade agreements, then please feel free to follow me and I'll show you some of the things that our miners have pulled from the earth recently."
Rodan nodded her large head and gave something that resembled a respectful bow to the newcomers to the town.
Post by Izzy Ishimura on Feb 26, 2015 20:34:16 GMT -6
Asemon Rangers Union (LE) Head Ranger - Izzy Ishimura
The Ranger and his Larvitar dismounted from his bike, once doing so he quickly took off his Campaign hat which he placed on his stomach and bowed in respect back at the Pokemon "Howdy, I'm From the Bureau of Pokemon and Land Management and that's exactly why I'm here-" the Ranger placed his hat back on his head, tucking it tightly "I'm here to Inspect the town, the mines and your local concessions if you don't mind." he explained, until something hit him-
"My Apologies I'm being rude, I'm Head Ranger Ishimura from Camp Trail Fossil, I'm also the Chief of the BPLM's Ranger Union here and at the moment the Ranger that police's the whole back country and helps deliver the news from the Capital City."
In Response to the Gym offer, he declined shaking his head "I'm on business right now, but I'll be sure to report to the local Pokemon Center when I get the time... erm, do you have an In here I can wash my Clothes and leave my items for a while?"
"nice to meet you," said Z with a respectful bow, "I'm Z, the gym leader of this town. We don't have an inn, but the pokemon center has some nice accommodations for trainers and visitors. I can take you around the town to show you what we have around here. Is there anything specific that you are looking for? We run honest business here." Rodan spread her wings and took to the sky to get some exercise while Z talked to the pokemon ranger.
"By the way," said Z, "I didn't know we had a Ranger base."
Post by Izzy Ishimura on Feb 27, 2015 13:14:26 GMT -6
"Yes most people don't, we arrived from the mainland no more than a couple of weeks ago." The Ranger explained "And not only that, we only have one outpost and it's a ways off from here." he looked around, pulling out a green notepad from his Cargo Pocket "But the people have been really receptive anyway. it seems as if everyone is friendly here." Suddenly Something tugged on Ranger Ishimura's Pant legs, it was Tara his Larvitar "Laarrrvi-tar." and she pointed to her mouth, saying she was hungry "Ah, yes... we'll get you food and drinks a little later Tara, I'm doing business."
Last Edit: Feb 27, 2015 13:17:09 GMT -6 by Izzy Ishimura
"If she wants something to eat and drink, we can begin our tour," said Z, "we can stop at one of the market stalls to get something to cool off. In fact, one of my pokemon spends her time helping to make berry juice ice pops that is sold to townsfolk on hot days like today. I recommend saving the mines for last as it can get rather hot and sweaty in there what with it being underground with a lot of hard working miners."
Z spoke with a maturity that most people his age didn't have. He had to grow up rather fast on his journey and becoming a gym leader only sped up that process, what with all the work that went into running a successful gym and training his pokemon. He may be only 13 years old, but he was an experienced trainer that worked hard to be the best he could be.
"We should probably get going," said Z, "standing around too much in this kind of weather, only increases chances of getting sunburns and heatstroke. Well, unless you're a fire, ground, or rock type.
Post by Izzy Ishimura on Feb 27, 2015 14:49:27 GMT -6
"That sounds like a good idea, lets get it started then before Tara here gets annoyed." Izzy Laughed at the little Larvitar's expense. "And you said you were the local gym leader in this town, that's impressive?" The Chief looked around "Are you the mayor of Starfort as well, because the town looks as if it's doing well and thriving and I've gotta hand it to you, it's alot of Responsibility for such a person of your age and your doing a darn good job of it."
"Come'on Tara, they're offering you food and drinks, what do you say?" the blue haired man turned to his Partner, The Larvitar hopped up and smiled at Z 'Laaarrrrvi-tar.' *Thank you* in a happy tone as The Ranger and his Pokemon followed the young Gym Leader into town.
Z nodded to the Larvatar, "you're very welcome. And to answer your previous question, I guess I'm the closest thing this town has to a mayor. I run the gym and help oversee the mining agreements and make sure the town thrives, but there is a leading counsel that takes care of most of the daily business. Now, if you'll follow me, I can take you to the merchant stalls."
Z led through the streets that lined the slopes of the impact crater that the town was built upon until they reached a stall where Tsurara, his frostlass was freezing berry juice in molds with her ice beam in order to make juice pops. A long line was at the stall, as this was a popular attraction on a hot day and Z led the ranger to the line.
"This stall sells all natural juice pops made from berry juice. We make the juice ourselves from berries we import or grow in the mineral rich soil here," explained Z
Post by Izzy Ishimura on Feb 27, 2015 18:38:17 GMT -6
Ranger Ishimura followed the Boy down the street until they arrived at a Marketplace, it was bustling with activity, people selling fresh meats, fresh fruits and the like, it was surprising to see all of this, it wasn't anything like he'd seen back in the City.
"Mind if I just got some Cold Juice with Juice Ice?" he turned to the Gym leader "But I think Tara actually wants a pop, isn't that Right Tara?" The Larvitar smiled and nodded very quickly, after seeing so the Ranger began to look into his pockets; shuffling the left and the right until he finally found his Wallet taking out a few Pokemon Dollars and quickly shuffled it back into his cargo pocket "Hello, Frostlass, how much for one Ice pop?"
*My name is Tsurara,* said Tsurara with Z translating, *and we have a special sale today. two ice pops for five pokedollars today. we have various flavors, one for every berry, and we also sell shaved ice with toppings. excellent treats for a hot day like today.* Tsurara froze another pop with her ice beam and handed it to a child that handed her a few notes. As they talked, Ruby flew by and was blasted by a moonblast from Kit before she was dragged off again.
Post by Izzy Ishimura on Feb 27, 2015 19:42:57 GMT -6
"Tsurara" The blue haired Ranger nodded thinking about it "Well it's very nice to meet you Tsurara and if I may say so myself, it's a beautiful name." After taking off his Cover and wiping off some sweat, the man place some money on the table in front of the Buisnesspokemon "Razzberry for me-" He turned to the Larvitar right next to him "And what do you want Tara- what would you like to cool yourself off."
"Laarrrrrviii-tar." *Cheri Flavor Please.* Replied Tara the the Larvitar, pointing at the poster behind Tsurara "Alright I guess and Cheriberry Flavored Pop for my Partner here."
"Tell me Z, how long have you been on journey and how long have you been a Gym leader?" he asked "I mean... wow, it's surprising to see such a young Gym Leader... I think you might even be the first of your kind."
Z shrugged, "I began when I was about 10 and got my first pokemon, Axew, from an egg my parents gave me. I traveled a bit, training and befriending pokemon and eventually made my way here where my relatives ran the gym and the town. they were elderly and decided to give me the gym, which is how I ended up here. I traveled a lot when not battling, so I was able to become strong and gather a powerful team.
Tsurara handed them their berry juice pops and gave an elegant curtsy before Z led the ranger further into the town, through the open market where fresh produce was being sold.
Post by Izzy Ishimura on Feb 27, 2015 20:25:57 GMT -6
The Ranger smiled at the Frostlass and gave her a quick bow before taking the Ice Pops and heading off with Z to continue to the tour "It must of been a long and hard journey with that little Axew-"
"That story reminds me of the same journey that Tara and I took-" He smiled, remembering the whole thing fondly "Unlike most of the other kids who went off to be masters and the like, this little larvitar just wanted to bond a little, to see if we could trust each other, When we Battled we Battled not for fame or fortune, but for Friend and Experience."
(I think you used the wrong image post it like this [ IMG ]" ((url)" /IMG ]) and click preview) Z smiled, "it wasn't easy, but Axew was no pushover and was very stubborn. I found sparky, my second pokemon not long after heading out and she joined my little team. She was definitely a powerhouse and actually still is. She is one of my strongest pokemon at the moment."