evilfrenzy | 4 | text/action + rocket video

[text/action for the Goldenrod Pokemon Center]

[Rideaux's latest post to the network is very short and sweet...and also in text form!]

What would you consider to be the most essential Pokemon-related items to bring along for extended travel? Is there something you always forget to stock up on and regret it midway through a route? I'm about to finally take a full tour of Johto myself and I'd like to be prepared.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[There are totally no devious intentions behind this post at all.

Around the time Rideaux makes this post, he can actually be found out in the open! He's currently in the Goldenrod Pokemon Center, dressed in the full and very pink Pokemon Center uniform, lounging around in the lobby and texting on his 'Gear.

...He's on break, okay? But hey, that doesn't mean he's free of being bothered for medical care. Or hassled for looking like he's slacking on the job.]

[Rocket video]

[A few hours after his public network post and now that he's off the clock and back in his nondescript Rocket dorm room, Rideaux decides to inform his fellow Rockets as to what's going on.

He's twirling one of his bangs when he flips the feed on. He's leaning against a table that the 'Gear is propped up on, his neatly-folded Pokemon Center visible on the bed in the background.]

Rideaux here. I'm going to be out of the base for an undetermined amount of time. I've been offered a position to be a traveling medic for the Pokemon Center- some sort of new service they're testing out. I decided to take it, as I could use an excuse to get out of this city for a while and continue collecting those badges. Rest assured that I will find a way to make this opportunity beneficial for the Team.

[Now bored with his hair-twirling, he moves to light finger-tapping against the surface of his table.]

That said, should you find me on the routes, do not hesitate to ask for aid. Though try not to blow my cover, would you? I'd like to enjoy this little stint while I can.

[And that's it apparently! With a half-hearted flick of his wrist that's supposed to be some sort of wave, he ends the feed.]

[[OOC: Rideaux's new job position was mod approved upon his promotion!]]

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[There is a brief moment where Cobra is reminded of that complete idiot that served as the G.I. Joe's medic, but that moment quickly passes.]

How exactly are you planning to turn thissss into an opportunity for ussss?

[Because he's having trouble seeing it.]

Edited (how did I even end up with html in the subject) 2015-05-08 19:56 (UTC)

[Fortunately he has thought about this, so he's not scrambling for an answer for a frickin' Alpha member.

He's got his chin propped up by an arm as he holds the 'Gear.]

I've been informed that this is supposed to be a strictly non-profit service. As in, I will be provided with healing items by the various Centers themselves while trainers requesting my aid will not have to pay a cent.

[Okay prefacing over, smug smirk time is a go.]

However, this service is currently being soft-tested and therefore not widely recognized. Trainers would not suspect a thing if I were to charge a slight fee for an a la carte Center service.

Believe me it's going to take more than a ssslight fee if you plan to do anything with it other than line your own pockets.

[They may have different ideas as to what constitutes a slight fee.]

[Rideaux stares blankly at the 'Gear for a moment before chuckling lightly.]

Ah, maybe I'm misusing the word "slight" again.

The current target price I have in mind is P10,000 per healing session. It's reasonable enough to not cause suspicion- trainers with Pokemon in desperate need of healing should recognize the convenience and luxury this service provides, and will be willing to pay at least that much to access it. While at the same time, it'll provide a decent chunk of income for the team.

[Now sitting up straight, he taps at the desk again.]

I would love to charge more, but I have to build up demand first- and a good reputation, of course.

Edited 2015-05-11 04:04 (UTC)

I ssssee. That would certainly make a difference. And I would assume there would be ssssome sort of reduced rate for team members as well. |

[Like free. Free sounds good to him, but that's probably not happening.]

I don't see why there couldn't be one. Members can look at it this way: they will be doing a good service to the team in addition to having their Pokemon healed.

[Maybe that would be the money he would pocket for himself...hmmm.]

And that would do a great deal to further your cover sssstory.

[This could actually work.]

Most I've seen think of healing items - potions and the like. What they don't tend to concern themselves with is move depletion. A bit less necessary the higher-leveled you are, but annoying just the same once you run out of things that are actually useful and have to start tapping everything to death - a week of that gets old fast.

[Well, look who's actually being helpful for once.]

That said, best of luck to you on this endeavor of yours.

[...Bless you for actually taking things seriously, Jinnai.]

I see you saw my text post. I'm afraid I wasn't quite truthful with it for the sake of gathering information- I've done a bit of traveling around the Violet and Azalea area, and I have to agree with you. Ethers are an often forgotten tool- I wouldn't be surprised if some trainers aren't even aware of them.

And thank you- it's...a different sort of job that I'm used to, but Goldenrod has grown far too stifling for my tastes. I could use a change of scenery.

[...Actually.]

By the way, have we spoken before? I like to think I'm aware of newcomers but some do slip through the cracks.

We haven't! But I like people who actually go out and seize opportunities, so I thought I should change that - Jinnai Katsuhiko, pleasure is mine.

The novelty of this place hasn't quite worn off for me yet; I've been here a reasonably short time, though, nothing like the years that some have mentioned.

Private Rideaux- a pleasure indeed. [He really didn't need to mention his rank, but of course he wants to anyway.] It's a shame we haven't run into each other sooner, because you sound like someone who has their priorities in order.

[In other words, he returns the sentiments. If there's one thing he's looking for in other members, it's ambition and motivation to do things. There are way too many goalless Grunts around here.]

I haven't reached that long myself, it's been about eight months I believe? But I had intended to collect badges and the winter months left me holed up back in the base. I guess you could say I'm suffering from a bit of cabin fever.

How long have you been here, Jinnai?

[Of course it wasn't necessary, but if you have rank, why wouldn't you mention it?]

I made my arrival in early February - so about three months ago myself! Obviously, getting acquainted with a new world entirely is an interesting process, and this past winter didn't help...ah, but there's no sense in complaining or remaining down about it! I've learned a good amount in my time here, it's been useful indeed.

cookiing supplies!!!!!!!!

Oh? You actually like to do cooking on the road? Is it inconvenient to carry all that equipment around in addition to the other necessities?

[He managed fine with some real basic food rations the last time he did some traveling, not being much of a cook himself. So he's curious to see if he can learn something from this.]

nah not really especially if you have pokemon that dont mind doing any heavy lifting while traveling lik my dodrio

besides then youre always prepared if you have th eculinary knwohow and something happens to your other supplies

its more filling too1!

_{[Wrath very rarely, if EVER, ventures to the Pokemon Center on account of finding the sheer number of near-identical pink-haired ladies EXTREMELY ALARMING.]

[So he hasn't had the good fortune of seeing Rideaux in action with his non-Rocket job.]

[Despite his rather distasteful first impression of the doctor, Wrath's is BOGGLING IN SHOCK rather than scowling when he pops up on video.]}

You work at the Pokemon Center?

Edited 2015-05-12 18:17 (UTC)

[Well, now he can imagine this dude amongst all those pink-haired ladies.

...that's gotta be alarming for a whole different reason, actually.

That said, Rideaux answers with a scoff to start. Ah yes, the kid he had a real good time messing around with. This should be fun.]

I don't know why you're so surprised- you know I'm a doctor. Why wouldn't I look for similar work in this world?

Edited (HTML...) 2015-05-13 04:09 (UTC)

_{[It's alarming for A NUMBER OF REASONS.]

[Wrath FROWNS, tilting his head.]}

But... you don't have pink hair.

_{[HE'S KIND OF ASSUMING THAT'S A PREREQUISITE.]}

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