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[Martin looks all business. He actually has his sword visible in the Warp Band, which is obviously being held by a 'mon as Martin is gathering his pack]

I am going down to Old City to do some investigation--and before any of my nannies ask, yes I have plenty of medical supplies. You're welcome to come with me, if you'd like.

[A pause]

Matthias, if the Commander will let you, I'd like you in particular to come with me.

[[OOC: THIS IS NOT THE CONFRONTATION POST, this is just Martin going down to the Old City for some exploration to see if he can find anything out because this guy has a hero complex the size of Manhattan some times. If you signed up for Old City and want to come explore with him, please just tag the thread below!

Otherwise feel free to nag at him.]

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R-right, sorry.

[He looked sheepish as he relaxed from his salute, but still fairly happy that he'd been hand picked for this mission. He was fairly good at reconnaissance to boot, so this mission was right up his alley. Even Basil seemed in a good mood as he was tossed up by Sunflash, making a point to do a graceful spin in the air before landing in a confident pose atop her.]

Well, the more eyes we have the better...though might I also ask what about the Old City is prompting all this? I haven't heard any reports of unusual activity from below as of late. Well...nothing any more unusual that normal I mean.

[Let's be honest, any report coming from the Old City usual came with one or two unusual things, but those were par the course.]

[It's at this point when Minato joins them, a bag slung over his shoulder, as well as one strapped to Kaoru, his Skarmory who's right on his heels.

He raises a hand in greeting.] Are we all ready to go?

[Martin turns to Minato, nodding]

Just about. I was explaining to Matthias why I'm so worried about the Old City. There's strange sights and sounds coming from down there, worse that usual. I'm worried it could spread into Union itself.

...

[He was silent for a few moments as thoughts came back to him. Methuselah had always told him to avoid this place at all costs, that nothing but madness was beyond the darkness in front of him. The thought of having to contend with whatever was down there sent a sharp shiver up his spine, enough to make him draw his cloak tighter around his frame...but he couldn't let that stop him.

Martin the Warrior was here with him...and he himself was a Sword of the Savior! His nerves had to be like steel and his judgment clear, so he took in a deep breath and finally gave Martin a nod.]

Right, we can't allow that to happen. I'll follow your lead Cap...Martin; and hello there, you're the last of our party?

[He turned to Minato, his face a bit impartial in the face of a person he didn't know...but all the same, he held out a hand for Minato to shake.]

Matthias, it's a pleasure to be working with you.

I am. [He offers a small smile, shaking the proffered hand.] Minato, glad to be working with you as well.

[He tilts his head to one side thoughtfully.] I'd heard about what was happening down here, but I want to see it for myself... and to make sure the Pokémon are okay.

Agreed. Well, let's go.

[Martin draws his sword and heads down first. Boar follows right behind him but the others just sort of mingle with Matthias and Minato]

[Matthias gave a small nod of his head and a tap on the ground of his staff before he set off behind Martin. He had all his strategies in order and his mind was about as clear as it could be...it was time to face this situation head on.]

So...how well do you know the Old City, Martin? I know you've been there a few times, but are there any landmarks or such we should look towards first?

[Minato smiles and greets Martin's Pokémon before he sets off behind Matthias, adjusting his bag. He keeps silent then, remaining alert.

Kaoru lets out a few uncertain noises before awkwardly shuffling behind his trainer. He was reluctant to go on, but... he certainly didn't want to be left behind.]

There's more Ghost-types the closer you get to the Mausoleum and unless we have to I don't advise going near that right now. The Old City is safer than the Mausoleum on a good day and if it's gotten this bad?

[He shakes his head. As they head down, his glowing gets more and more noticeable. Dammit.]

There's no real landmarks, just marks on the walls from patrols to guide you back to the exit. [He taps one as they pass] If we get separated, follow them.

[A small, leatherbound journal came from underneath Matthias' cloak and the sound of scratching of a quill on parchment could be heard as he took note of his surroundings, the marks, and the information Martin was giving him. It ended almost as quickly, but it was notable to say the least.]

I'd rather avoid any unnecessary confrontations at all, least of all with Ghost Types. I'm afraid...they're a little outside my skill set.

[At least he could admit it though.]

[He'll have to remember the marks on the walls.]

Hopefully we won't get into too many scuffles--I should be fine if we come up against Ghost-types, but I agree that unnecessary confrontations would be best avoided anyway.

Agreed. I'm afraid I'm at a disadvantage down here myself, but, well. I don't mind the city as much as some people.

[At least the normal Old City. Right now, it is incredibly disturbing for him. He nearly turns straight into the wall when he tries to avoid one of the ghost-people walking around]

Savior, it wasn't this bad the other day...

[Matthias clenched his fist around his staff a little harder...he'd never seen any ghosts before outside of Pokemon and it was fairly unnerving to see them flit about. It was all he could do just to keep his eyes on Martin's back.]

If things are worse than normal here, then it was definitely worth checking out. I can't imagine anyone in Union would want this to spill out into the streets.

[Minato stiffens slightly but remains silent. The ghost-people aren't quite as worrying for him, given his place of residence, but seeing them in Old City is a cause for concern.

And the voices? The voices are not helping the Shifter's comfort levels at all.]

[Martin shudders slightly as he presses on]

Exactly. The voices are bad enough. I hope it isn't an injured Pokémon causing all this...

That...would be bad.

[Having worked almost his entire life at the Pokemon Habitat, he knew EXACTLY what an injured Pokemon was capable of. However, that left a big question if that was indeed the case.]

What...Pokemon could manifest all this while injured though? If it's worse than what normally goes on down here, then wouldn't that take quite a bit of energy to pull off?

It'd have to be something powerful, if that was the case.

[If Skarmory could pale, that's exactly what Kaoru's doing at the moment.]

Or something entirely new...which I don't want to think about, really. I'm not sure any of us are prepared to handle something new like that.

R-right...best to just observe and escape if need be.

[Did his voice just hitch a little? Nah, you're just hearing things...totally.]

As long as we exercise caution, we should be fine.

[He actually sounds a lot more confident than he feels--he's a little grateful he's in the back so the tension in his shoulders goes unnoticed.]

[It's pretty obvious, thanks to the glowing, that Martin is not comfortable.]

Agreed. Who's the fastest? I know it isn't likely me.

Um...I'm fairly quick, Basil's got me beat there though. How about you Minato?

[Basil on the other hand gave a proud pose atop his gallant steed, clearly not at all uncomfortable.]

I'd like to think I'm pretty fast if I can work my way up to a sprint. [He scratches the back of his head. Kaoru shifts uncomfortably, letting out a few uncertain chirps.]

[Tiria floats back to keep Kaoru company. Hopefully that will help his nerves.]

In that case, if something goes wrong Matthias and Basil should head back and get help. I hope nothing will go wrong but...well, better safe than sorry.

[He stops, swaying in place for a moment before shaking his head and moving on]

Am I the only one who hears the voices?

I hear...something that sounds like voices, but I can't make out what they're saying.

[It was freaking him out though, please to be stopping that.]

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