002 @ Video | Action for Violet City

[gyaooon]

[So, Ryo's back in Violet City again. The trip was less arduous this time around, with the exception of that lovely detour to Dark Cave, courtesy of Ai. Yeah, that probably won an award in the Greatest Idea Ever category. Well, it probably was worth it for the Geodude. Geodude is cool.

Anyway, due to that incident, Ryo thinks that he should prepare for any other unexpected detours and, um... accidents... before they set out once more for Violet City. To do that, they'll need a bit more money that what they currently have collectively.  Now, what could they do to gain more income rather than battling other trainers? What's an idol to do?

That's when the idea came up: To perform in front of the Pokemon Center. You know, like those random street performers in the city? Even if they may get mistaken for hobos or something, it would be a good way to maintain practice while making some extra money. But their regular clothes aren't too appealing, are they? Maybe there's some interesting costumes in one of the Marts---

Though, with their budget, they could only afford a single maid outfit. Such an unfortunate turn of events. So it seems that for now, they will need to take turns in singing. The decision of who will don the maid outfit rests upon a game of rock paper scissors---

... And that's why, during a sunny afternoon, in Violet City and on the PokeGear (courtesy of Ryo's Ralts), people will be seeing an adorable(?) girl in a maid outfit singing and dancing, with a small jar containing a few Pokedollars sitting in front of "her".

Yeah. Being Ryo is suffering. MONY PLZ??? huehuehue]

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[fullmoonfortune]

[Have some clapping, Ryo! Ryoji is quite amazed by your performance; it's been a while if ever that he's seen an idol perform, and to have one so close is exhilarating. Well, 'close' being the next town over, but details details --]

You're amazing, Ryo-chan! Although, I'd never imagine an idol to sing in an outfit like that... Still, it's based on your musical ability, not how you're dressed.

[And then he notices the jar. Huh... He leans in to get a better look-- yeah, that's a jar for money, and he leans back again, frowning a little.]

Are you guys running short on money? I could send you some if that's the case, but I don't know if it'll be enough...

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[gyaooon]

[Looks like the "long distance advertising" plan worked. Unfortunately. Ryo would really like to do without the attention, really... But his co-workers are counting on him! He couldn't say "no" to such high expectations!]

Thanks, Ryoji-san. To be honest, I'd rather not wear something like this, but apparently wearing a flashy costume would attract more attention. It was a choice between this or the sailor swimsuit, so I picked the lesser evil...

[Sigh. Oh well, this is all to become top idol, another landmark down the road to manliness. Back to smiles! An idol has to keep cool during PR events, after all!]

I'm pretty much the caretaker of these two girls with me---[He quickly points the camera to Ai and Eri, then back to himself.]---and our funds are kind of dipping, especially with our tendency to take, um, detours... I won't force you to donate, though!

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[impulsives]

[...Well it was a catchy song but wow that's just...]

...You... do know that you can get a job right.

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[gyaooon]

[Shut up. This was a result of coercion! /shakingandcryingemote.gif

And well. Looks like someone brought up the argument Ryo himself used a while back.]

We're not planning to stay here long, and apparently "this is the quickest way". [Oh, right. Charm, must be charming.] But I hope you enjoyed the show~!

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[itsudemoissho]

[Street performers? Takuto got curious after walking out to his lunch break for today, so he might as well see what's happening.

... and find a familiar looking girl dancing in a maid outfit with a jar in front of her. Well, that's one way to earn money, he guesses.

And he'll drop you some Pokedollars, because hey... it's a nice song?]

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[gyaooon]

[GASP. Another donor? Ryo is glad but a little terrified that this idea was working.]

Thank you~!♥

[So he says in the most radiant smile he could muster. Wait hold the phone---]

Ah! You're Takuto-san, from before...

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[combat_butler]

*Hayate's already heard Yayoi sing that song before, so it's definitely more a surprise to hear what Ryo's proper singing voice is like... Yet there's a far more important detail here...*

A... Akizuki-san... Why... Why a maid uniform of all things...?

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[gyaooon]

[OH GOOD BRO YOU'RE HERE. Ryo will maintain his "I am an Incredibly Cute and Shining Totally Female Idol" smile as he quickly ducks to the side of the PokeCenter, hopefully hiding in the shadows.]

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[gyaooon]

[And his expression becomes one of utter humiliation and horror. OBVIOUSLY THIS IS ALL AGAINST RYO'S WILL...]

It was a choice between this or the bikini, Ayasaki-san... I had to go with the lesser evil.

[PLEASE UNDERSTAND.]

I mean, can you imagine?! A bikini rubs against very uncomfortable places, and it's very revealing, making hiding rather difficult... Not to mention tape is really painful...

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[honeygatherer]

[ Hee! ] That's such a great idea!

[ Why didn't she think of it herself? ]

You're going to end up with a lot of fans with a video performance like this!

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[gyaooon]

[Well, it seems like there's at least one good thing coming from all this humiliation.]

Eh, really? I'm really honored to hear than from you, Miki-san! [Smilesmile.] Though, I still have a long ways to go if I want to get to your level.

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[aidolmaster]

[ and Ai's nearby, shooting wide-eyed and appealing looks to anyone who thinks they can get away with watching the idol dance around in their one hard-earned maid outfit without paying for it.

SHE'S GOT YOUR BACK, RYO. ]

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[gyaooon]

[Boy, is Ryo tired from that last song. He remembers the first time he performed this with Yayoi... He nearly died trying to keep up.]

Ai-chan, I don't know how long I can go on in this heat...

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[nuko]

[ Eri is nearby as well, the maid outfit was nicely made considering how cheap they got it for and it looked really cute on Ryo. What more could you ask for really, well besides more money since they need it.

But yeah Eri's got your back as well Ryo.]

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[gyaooon]

[Thanks, Eri! But why are you standing all the way over there?]

Um, Eri-chan... Would you like to take over for a bit?

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[melodicnocturne]

...Uhh, hey tumbleweed? What's with the get-up?

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[gyaooon]

T-'Tumbleweed'?!

[WOW RUDE WHAT KIND OF NICKNAME IS THAT.]

Look, I'm not wearing this by choice, okay? I'd rather wear something less gaudy, but with out budget...

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[amiroll]

Ah.. Has Ryohime evolved into Combat Meido Ryo-ho-ho?

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[gyaooon]

[Oh, Ami. Long time no see. Why did it have to be now...]

Sh-Shouldn't Ryo-ho-ho be reserved for Santa Outfits? [WAIT NO BAD IDEA.] Besides, what part of this gives the impression of "combat"?

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[tobeyourhero]

[Well, color him impressed! When he expected a straight ball from a idol, he ends up with the curveball.]

Interesting technique! Instead of getting a normal job, you're aiming to spread your name more quickly through doing something like this!

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[gyaooon]

[Oh, it's Mister Testosterone Poisoning---Er, Captain!]

Believe me, I'd love to work a normal job, but Those Who Must Be Obeyed thought this would be a better course of action. Though if you're pointing it out, I'm hoping that it's working~?

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[10yen_idol]

[ BUILD SING KIRAMEKIRARI, AND SHE WILL COME ]

[ Yayoi can't help it- she's literally just singing along on the Pokegear, her camera wobbling as she runs along the dance motions almost as well as the day she first learned the steps...! ]

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[gyaooon]

[Oh? Incoming call---WHOA MOTION SICKNESS. Well, Ryo's glad Yayoi's having fun.]

Eheh, you're better at performing this one than I am, Yayoi-san...

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[positivelynormal]

Ahh! Ryo-chan! I wish I was there to sing with you! You look super cute!

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[gyaooon]

["Cute"? OW. Critical hit in the kokoro! Ryo can't help but blush furiously as he tries to maintain a smile.]

Eheh, th-thank you~ I think Ai-chan would be ecstatic to have you sing with us! Maybe all of us can do a concert or something when we regroup?