suncrushed | 1st seed ❀ video/action for new bark town!

E-Excuse me...

[The voice speaking from the PokéGear is faint and hesitant, and the speaker's face perfectly demonstrates the nervousness laced within her voice. Her eyebrows are furrowed, and her eyes are quivering slightly; she honestly looks frightened out of her mind and a bit pale.]

I... I don't know who's listening, but for those who are, um...

[Juniper pauses, suddenly coughing into her fist, though the fit lasts for nothing more than a minute at the most. She reaches for the sunflower adorning her hat, breathing into it to calm herself down. When she's done, she looks rather sheepish about her recent spell, but it doesn't deter her from continuing to speak.]

My name is Juniper Woods. I just arrived here. I don't, ah, know where I am, or how I got here for that matter... I know that it's called New Bark Town, but...that doesn't really answer my question. I-If anyone could give me an explanation as to what is going on, then I... I would really appreciate it.

[The feed suddenly loses focus as Juniper kneels down, but it quickly returns, now settled on a small seed-like creature: a Sunkern. It looks relatively cheerful, beaming brightly at the camera. As Juniper speaks off-screen, she reaches out a hand to brush one of its leaves gently and almost distractedly. She's still confused as to what's going on, but she doesn't seem to be startled by the creature.]

I understand that...these creatures are known as Pokémon and that we're supposed to go on a journey of some sort with them, but... Um. Well, I-I don't know how to care for Pokémon. I've never...owned one before. This is all so strange...

[The last word of her sentence sounds choked, as if she's sobbing, but her expression doesn't seem to be tearful. Sunkern, concerned, seems to nudge Juniper's hand in an effort to calm her down. She flashes the Pokémon a grateful smile and returns to her feet, facing the camera towards her again.]

A-Ah, I... I'm sorry about that. But, um, like I said before, if...anyone could help me out, I'd really appreciate it. O-Oh! One last thing... I was wondering if any of you have seen or heard of my friends...? Their names are Athena Cykes, Apollo Justice, Robin Newman, Hugh O'Conner, and Phoenix Wright. If you've seen them, could you please let them know that I'm here? ...T-Thank you.

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Oh, um, it's nothing you need to apologise about... b-but thank you anyway.

[She offers a gentle smile before it falters slightly.]

A-And no, they haven't... I don't know if they're here for sure, but I figured I would try anyway. If you said that Mr. Wright was here before, then...it's possible they may be here as well.

You're welcome.

[Well, now, he'll just have to try to bring it back.]

Even if they happen to not be here at the moment, your presence might draw them to this world. It's happened quite a few times before, so I can keep an ear out for any of those names, if you wish.

If it wouldn't be too much trouble for you, then...I'd really appreciate it. Thank you.

[She seems a bit more chipper now at the very least.]

Is...um, is this common?

Very. There are new arrivals in New Bark Town every two weeks or so, and there have been for almost four years. In all cases, newcomers are thrown out of that house by 'Mother', and receive their first Pokémon along with a free bag of supplies. We've no idea why.

Oh my! That's...peculiar.

[...It's convenient to receive supplies though, she'll admit.]

So, what is it we're supposed to do after receiving those things?

We are expected to travel the world and obtain more Pokémon along the way, with either winning all badges or breeding them as the ultimate goal. But no one will ever force you to do so, should you prefer to find work and a home in a town instead.

[Besides, considering the average team level for the locals, he doubts they could force foreign trainers to do anything if they tried.]

Ah, all right. Well, I'm a breeder, so...once I understand breeding, I suppose I'll do that...

[Though it's hardly anything of an ultimate goal for her.]

Or maybe I'll find a job, too, once I've settled down...

Or you can do both at once. A few of the most experienced breeders own the Breeding Centre, which offers room and board to their employees. That would limit you to only two cities, however.

[Good cities, though. Useful cities.]

But you'll have plenty of time to think about that over the next few weeks. In the meantime, you should enjoy the sights and your new Sunkern friend.

[That is very helpful to know, and while she will take the other's advice as to enjoying the sights and her new Pokémon, she'll also be deciding what it is she wants to do when she does arrive in those cities.]

You're right. Thank you...for the help.

You're welcome. It's always a pleasure to help newcomers who ask questions and are willing to learn more about this world.

[The ones who are in completely in denial are usually less of a pleasure.]

Um... If I have any more questions, would it be all right to contact you again?

Of course! This land is filled with mysteries none of us have reseolved yet, but I'd be glad to share what we've already learned. Do you have any particularly pressing questions?

Not at the moment. You've already answered most of them, but just to make sure - I should head to Goldenrod City, yes?

If you wish to join the Breeding Centre or access most of this world's convenient services, yes. But you'll have to go through Cherrygrove and Violet on your way.

All right, thank you very much.

[...]

Oh! Um, what was your name again?

It's Cecil. Cecil Harvey, from the kingdom of Baron. It's a pleasure to meet you.

I-It's a pleasure to meet you too, Mr. Harvey!

[This girl is very formal.]

[But at least she's not saying 'Your Majesty'. He's learned to appreciate that.]

So, do you feel ready to discover what awaits you on route 29? To see for yourself the purple rats and lion cubs that can control electricity?

I... I think so.

[She gives a nod; despite the hesitance in her voice, it's determined.]

I'll keep everything you've said in mind, so...thank you.

You're welcome. I hope your stay will be a pleasant one, and that you and your Sunkern will get along well.

[A call of Fable fable clefable! rings out in the background. Yes, young Sunkern, get along with your trainer! She sounds very nice!]

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