pipers_son | 009 // Video (Action for Goldenrod)

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009 // Video (Action for Goldenrod)

[From the looks of things, Joker is somehow stuck in a tree. Also from the look of things, he fell in it.]

Well, that was a bit of a failure, far as things go.

So, any folks wanna suggest somethin' of the flyin' variety? Me and Torch gave it a try but, well, she's a bit too fond a goin' fast and doesn't care for the gloomy weather.

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[Anyone actually in Goldenrod and passing through the local park... Well, you can probably spot Joker still stuck in the tree. Every now and then he gives a bit of a wiggle, shifts to the one arm, looks down... and then apparently decides to stay stuck. The Charizard flapping about and giving dismissive snorts doesn't seem impressed.]

[Could you look any less uncool, trainer?]

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Um, something like that...

[Didn't Nanami describe it as being like a dinosaur? He forgets now...]

It has, um....bananas under its chin. Or...something that looks like bananas.

...Can ya eat those?

[Pokemon continue to be bewildering.]

I...I'm not sure, to tell you the truth.

[He's not actually sure if they're...fruit, or....just a weird body part or something.]

...Pokemon keep surprisin' us in this place, huh?

[Chihiro smiles slightly, nodding.]

Mhm. It looks that way. But...as for a suitable Pokemon for flying, I would recommend Tropius, I think.

They...they are rather large Pokemon, though.

Not a problem in my book! I'm findin' I love most a these creatures. Keep things interestin'.

That's good, then. I hope you're able to find what you're looking for, Joker-kun.

[And, with an apologetic look for Torch, there-]

N-not that your flying isn't good too, I'm sure.

[Torch gives a snort and crosses her arms. You darn bet she's better than 'good'! Joker just laughs.]

We'll keep her ta showboatin' in the ring instead a doin' travel service!

[Chihiro laughs a little, too, stifling it with his hand. Sorry Torch.]

Eheheh...that sounds good. When is your next show, by the way?

Always once a month, middle weekend! Which is next week, in this case.

I was gonna think a goin' ta Olivine while I still had some spare time just ta get that badge, but maybe I'll hold off until my flyin' is a bit better and see what Jims wants- he's my assistant. He does some side acts in the shows.

I see. I hope everything with your next performance goes well. I enjoyed the first one.

[So much so that he got a new Pokemon out of the deal.]

Then I've done my job well! And everyone else, too, for the matter. Been real lucky with who I've met.

[There's a brief pause and something in his expression seems to become a little less lighthearted.]

Real lucky..

[Chihiro notices Joker's slight shift in his demeanor, and for a long moment he debates whether or not he should ask about it. In the end, he decides that he can't just leave it, but if he doesn't want to talk about it then that's fine too.]

...Is everything okay?

Mm. Well.

[He shifts, almost uncomfortable.]

Couldn't get through ta Doll's 'Gear.

[Oh.]

...I see. I'm sorry.

[If it helps, she may very well come back...goodness knows Togami didn't stay gone for long.]

...Ain't nothin' good for her back home. Woulda preferred if I'd gone myself.

Didn't tell her about it either. If she remembers both here and there, she'll be upset I lied.

[......oh.]

I-....mmm...

[...]

I'm...very sorry, Joker-kun.

[He wishes he knew of more to say, but he really can't think of anything on the spot.]

Nah, nah. [He sighs and leans his 'Gear against his legs so he can wave his hand.] Don't worry about it. Sorry for droppin' all that on ya.

Ain't much a birthday present, I'll ya that.

E-eh? It....is it your birthday?

[WOW that is a seriously low move, powers that be that make people come and go in this place.]

It will be soon.

I nearly forgot about it, but Miss Tsumiki was inquirin' about it a while back!

[He puts on a smile since it matches the mood, sort of, but Chihiro might pick up that after that last bit of business, it isn't honest.]

It's the one my father gave me after I got off the streets, so ya could say it ain't my real one... But better somethin' than nothin', eh?

[He can tell, and he really doesn't know what to do to help. It's one thing having someone you're close to disappear, and still another to have it happen so close to your birthday. It makes him wish he were there with him...though that would just be worse.

...that, or he wishes he were texting. Maybe then he would be able to respond properly without stumbling over every word.]

O-oh yes, yes of....of course it is.

Are you planning on...doing anything special for it?

Didn't have anythin' in particular planned, but who knows what the future holds?

I'm sure Angel'll be good company.

[Chihiro nods a bit, tightening his grip on his Gear.]

Yes...of course. ...I hope you have a good birthday. Hopefully...hopefully the weather will be nicer for it.

Fingers crossed, but it ain't like I haven't celebrated in shoddy weather before!

...You know what I should do?

Mmm? ...N-no, I'm afraid I don't...what should you do, Joker-kun?

[It's been a long time since he's celebrated any of his own birthdays, so he's not going to be much help there.]

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