001 @ Video | Action for Route 31

[gyaooon]

[It's raining, it's pouring. This really put a dent in the Idol Caravan's traveling plans, but Ryo's making the most of it. Shit happens, after all. Even if it does make some things more... difficult. So the feed opens to the novice idol sitting in a tent, spreading some mayonnaise on a slice of bread. In the background are a Ralts and a Rattata happily muching on some diagonally cut sandwiches that seem to contain some whipped cream and Oran berries. It seems that the PokeGear has been set on the ground, so that Ryo's "cooking" duty can continue during the broadcast.

Ryo lets out a small sigh.]

I feel bad that I can't make a nicer meal for everyone... but I suppose there's no helping it with this kind of weather. Haruka-san and everyone, I'm sorry.

[After glancing back at the Pokemon stuffing their faces, Ryo turns to look at the camera again with a smile.]

The berry sandwiches I made seem to be a hit, though~ I'm glad.

Anyway, I'd like to ask about these Pokemon Gyms, since I'm thinking of challenging them once I'm strong enough. How should I prepare? And how do I know when I'm ready?

[Ryo glances to the side, mumbling in a barely audible and lower pitched voice---]

Then again, I really wonder if this is the answer to my---

[Suddenly, that train of thought is interrupted when the Ralts and Rattata begin to fight over the last sandwich. Ryo quickly drops the unprepared sandwich in hand and picks up the PokeGear to turn it off, since trying to diffuse this situation is probably not something people should see.]

RITSU, NEZU, NO----!

[The camera's view rapidly flies from one crazy angle to another, with a loud "GYAOOOOOOOON!" ringing through the tent before the feed shuts off.]

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[islandshore]

If you want a detailed guide on all the gyms, I can pass one your way. But for Falkner specifically... Well, you're gonna want to hit at least level thirty before you even think of challenging him. It'd also help if you pick up an electric, rock, or ice type, since he's a flying type leader.

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[gyaooon]

I see... So types also play a huge role in gaining the advantage in battle.

[Ryo puts a hand under his chin thoughtfully.]

You seem to be really experienced with this! It's like you're an expert or something.

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[islandshore]

Well, I've had two years to learn the ropes, and I've beaten all sixteen gyms. Guess that counts as expertise.

[He laughs.]

Type definitely is a huge part of battles. That and status effects.

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[gyaooon]

Two years... And you've beaten all of them?

[Amazing... This guy must be really good!]

I already suspected that winning the badges wouldn't actually let us go home, but that's not really what I'm aiming for...

Though, status effects? [Hello I have yet to ecounter evil things like Weedles and what is this.]

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[islandshore]

Yeah. For example, Pokémon can get poisoned, burned, paralyzed, frozen... The list goes on. Status effects make battles a nightmare unless you're the one inflicting them.

[Part of the reason why he loves ghosts so much, really.]

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[gyaooon]

That sounds brutal... It makes me rethink if I really want to challenge the gyms, but my Pokemon seem to enjoy battling a lot.