Event - The White Dragon Travel Log

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[It's a lengthy journey even by air, that our intrepid heroes find themselves on. The veteran fliers set a quick, but not grueling pace at the suggestion of the Valkyries. Arriving to a battleground when a god had taken the field tired was not wise, they'd said, and who could really blame them? The prospect alone of facing down one of the beasts of legend would be enough to send most men fleeing in the opposite direction, but one who was working with a human? That was all the more reason to make sure that proper care was taken on the trek. And so for a day the party traveled, a caravan of birds, dragons, reptiles and the odd flying robot making steady time across the Rolling Plains before setting down at the north-eastern edge.

The curious would find that not far from where the tents were pitched, the green hills turned jagged, the land going from verdant to a sea of dark glass. Obsidian shards spiked upwards, spires gleaming in the moonlight like razor sharp teeth, setting an ominous tone for the evening's respite. Tents were pitched, fires were lit, and the more warlike companions even began a drum circle and dance. Valkyries and shirtless Calderan volunteers, a small number of visiting mages, and other more mysterious folks all curious to see the god and to help with the relief efforts. The camp, despite the circumstances, was at least a lively one.

And then came the final day.

Over the Obsidian Flats they went, the massive shapes of Boldore and Tyranitar visible even from up in the sky. And...further perhaps even more stunningly, a gigantic lake almost large enough to call an inland sea, sprawled out below. Rivers snaked out of it all around, and the water itself was a pure crystal blue. But perhaps the most awe inspiring sight of the whole journey came once they cleared the Flats and the area around Glacier came into view. An expanse of white, thick snow covering the ground this early in the year. Arctic forests cropped up here and there, snowcapped trees and a frigid looking river marring the perfect canvas beneath. And more Pokemon , of course. Gigantic Avalugg shook the ground below, and a new species plodded along, chewing amiably on the trees, largely unconcerned by the humans overhead, and the occurrences in the distance.

Along the coast a city was in flames, people streaming out of its ruined gates, desperately fleeing along the rivers before whatever it was came back. Smoke curled up along the skyline, burned hamlets and outlying settlements that'd already been destroyed.

It seems like they weren't too late, and it in the moment of respite there was a chance for our heroes to at least get their bearings and prepare for the Dragon God's return...]

[OOC: We will be opening some of these areas for bonding within the next few days for everyone who is taking part in the expedition.]

Comments

[wise_maiden]

[She shakes her head.]

I'm afraid I haven't. I've observed fighting, but... do you think that will become a problem?

[faithfulflame]

Probably not. You have a good head on your shoulders, obviously.

[She was a teacher, after all.]

The thing to remember about a battle is that everyone is scared. If they're not? Then they're insane.

[wise_maiden]

That seems reasonable enough.

[A little too reasonable, but then again, she had a lot to be afraid of, new situation aside.] I can tell you that I won't be of use for anything... direct, but I can lend support in other ways.

[faithfulflame]

[Rei nods, her hands leaving her hips, resting on the shoulders of the two powerful Psychics with her.]

You don't need to worry. Direct confrontation is something Maka-chan and I excel at. And our Pokemon do too. We've got a balanced group.

[wise_maiden]

It sounds like you're used to facing these kind of situations as well...

[Though with what she knew of Rei already, that wasn't too surprising.] I just hope I won't slow any of you down.

[faithfulflame]

You won't. A team sticks together, Raine-san.

[The two Pokemon nod in unison, gliding forward to take seats on either side of Raine.]

This is Sarek. [Beheeyem] and Deimos. [The Gardevoir] They'll likely be helping you on the defensive and healing. I've three other Pokemon with me, as well. A Charizard, Xatu, and Gyarados. If you're familiar with the species.

[wise_maiden]

I know of most of them, though only Xatu is really native to us.

[She nods and smiles politely to both of the Pokemon in acknowledgement, though tilts her head at Beheeyem, taking a better look and gauging it's type.]

... I can't say that I'm familiar with Sarek's species, however. Fascinating...

[faithfulflame]

Beheeyem are native to the Coastal Ruins to the south.

[Pure psychic typed, of course.]

A recent discovery, last fall I believe. Absolutely brilliant.

Indeed.

[Says a voice in their heads.]

[wise_maiden]

[She blinks, not having expected that. Then again, when psychic types were concerned... not entirely surprising, either.

Besides, she's too busy fangirling the discovery of a "new" species to begin with.]

How marvelous! Union just seems so far ahead where discoveries are concerned...

[faithfulflame]

Union's Rangers and Seekers both have been poking around for a number of years. It's unsurprising, Miss Sage. The ruins I call home though, are home to a number of psychic types. All recent discoveries, in Union's eyes. Though, Xatu is one of them.

[Rei's content to let Sarek talk, and instead of continuing, calls Olympus Mons the Charizard back from the Habitat to check on him.]

[wise_maiden]

Is that so? Is there something special about the area that attracts psychic types to it in particular?

[The pokemon has her rapt attention, so she's not paying too much mind to Rei's actions.]

[faithfulflame]

There is a lot of psychic energy there. I cannot explain it, unfortunately. I was merely born there.

[And until Rei? He had no reason to leave.]

[wise_maiden]

Even so, that's still fascinating! There must be a rich history tucked within them as well...

[faithfulflame]

Well, Union documented it well. When this is all over, I'm sure you can find records in the library. Or speak to the woman named Merrill. She was one of the Seekers there, as I recall.

[wise_maiden]

I see... I'll have to make a note of it. There's so much new information to catch up on!