But I’ve played with computers since I was little.

[Atsuro doesn't look as cheerful as he normally does when the feed turned on. He looks sad, even if he try not to show it. Despite his self-control, it slips sometimes.]

...Kazu and Yuzu ['Yuzu', not 'Yoohoo'. When things are serious and he doesn't need to lighten things up, he use her real name.] went home.

[He knows. It's easy for him to discover that his best friend went back. He's practically the reason why Atsuro rush over to Mahogany as fast as possible.

It's when he tried to text Yuzu about Kazu's disappearance and got the unmistakeable, automatic message, that it really sank in. He hesitated on calling the gigolo, but when he finally did, the same message spoke out of his 'Gear.

So it's just him and Midori left, huh?]

I'll...head to Blackthorn City next. It's closer than Azalea, anyway. Just need to prepare myself for the Ice Path.

[To anyone in Mahogany, they can find him at the PokeMart, picking out items he'll need for the journey ahead.]

Yo!

[For anyone paying attention, they might notice Atsuro's at Ecruteak right now. Wait, when did he get there? Expecting that question, he bring out the Zephyr Badge.]

I've beaten Falkner hours ago and finally got the Zephyr Badge. Now I can finally ride on Vidofnir and fly to places! [Because sequence breaking is clearly the best way of tackling the gyms.] And it's rather surprising but cool that I have my own battle theme now! [~♪]

So anyway, that's why I'm in Ecruteak now so quickly. I will be stocking up for the trip to Mahogany in a moment.

[A pause, before he went on his next topic.]

According to the map, Mt. Mortar's in the way. Before I go, anyone with experience there can tell me what to expect? Or the trip over to Mahogany in general? I get that there will be mountain Pokemon, but what else?

(ooc: Mod-approved badge get! ♥)

[When he woke up, Atsuro was surprised to see Asterisk with a Plusle. A very familiar Plusle who looks rather sad.]

Wait...Kodama? [The Plusle nods, confirming his name, but Atsuro only grew more worried.] Why are you here? Where's Ted?

[Instead of answering, Kodama just look upset and even sadder. Asterisk hugs him, while her trainer was confused.]

Okay, I'll call him right now.

[Grabbing his PokeGear, he try to connect to Ted: THE NUMBER YOU ARE TRYING TO CONTACT IS NO LONGER IN SERVICE]

What...?

[Again, he try to reach for Ted. A part of him already know what this mean, or suspected.

THE NUMBER YOU ARE TRYING TO CONTACT IS NO LONGER IN SERVICE
THE NUMBER YOU ARE TRYING TO CONTACT IS NO LONGER IN SERVICE
THE NUMBER YOU ARE TRYING TO CONTACT IS NO LONGER IN SERVICE]

...Dammit, Ted.

[TEXT]
Unless this is a bad joke, I think Ted's gone. His Plusle, Kodama, is with me.

[It's the first time he personally deal with this, so he feels...rather down enough to stick to text. He's not sure how well his self-control will last with video or audio.]

( Gym battle! )

-

[A while later, Atsuro reappear on the screen, looking much better than before. People might notice that he's at the Pokemon Center, and if they're there as well, a water bottle near him. He holds up a badge in his hand.]



Badge get! Pascal practically soloed the entire battle, everyone! Also, I got the Surf HM as well, but not the badge to use it outside of battle.

[Which seems to be the case for Atsuro, considering his sequence breaking. And yes, he's not mentioning his earlier dizzy spell.]

Gonna stay here in Olivine for a while before heading to Ecruteak, mostly so Pascal can rest up and relax from the battle.

(OOC: Badge is mod approved! ♥)

[It was another normal day at Olivine. Atsuro was just waking up from another peaceful sleep.

Clearly, this means his peaceful morning must be disturbed.

Yawning, he got out of bed and did a double-take when he see eggs. A batch of eggs with Asterisk looking rather embarrassed, but she's standing in front of them.]

What the...? Where did they come from? Wait, never mind that, who's the father, Asterisk?

Clefairy...

[Sighing, he thinks back. Let's see, Asterisk hang out with Fortran, his other Pokemon and...Ted's Pokemon. From what he knows about his team, they're not interested in Asterisk. Are they even compatible to breed with Clefairies?

After talking with Asterisk, he looks around the inn for Ted. Where are you, buster? 8|

Some time after that, he turns on the PokeGear to video for a broadcast.]

Hey, guys! I got four Cleffa eggs here and I couldn't take care of all of them at once. [Because three eggs at once that time was enough for him.] I'm not gonna charge for them, just that they go to trainers that can take care of them. At the moment, I'm over at Olivine, but I can have the eggs deliver to you if you're somewhere else.

[Filtered to Ted:]
Ted, where are you? [8|]

(ooc: OOC eggs claim post is here! All eggs are claimed, but other characters are free to comment.)

[The feed opens to show Atsuro at Cianwood's Pokemon Center. Asterisk the Cleffa is in his arms, clinging to his shirt.]

Atsuro here. Sorry for worrying you all with my last broadcast, but I'm now back to normal! [There's a reassuring smile, before he looks serious.] I heard about the Shedinja problem, so I'll be helping out with catching them over here in Cianwood.

[Pause.]

And I'll be careful to not look at their backs.

[Because having his soul taken isn't exactly something he want to experience again.

After the broadcast, Atsuro will be outside searching for the Shedinja around Cianwood and the nearby routes. Pascal the Growlithe is with him, for type advantages.]

[The screen shows a very confused looking Atsuro.]

Atsuro here. Did anyone found out what happened over the last few days? Somehow, I black out and found myself in Cianwood.

[He glance at something, off-screen, before turning his attention back.]

All I know was that I apparently trained Ada enough that she evolved into a Mightyena now, and I don't recall it.

[Bummer.]

So for now, I'll be taking the ferry out of here later.

[Why later? Because Atsuro want to explore Cianwood a little and maybe check out the gym. He won't challenge it right now, but at least he can try to get information.]

( Filtered to Hiro, Naoya, Gemini )

[Atsuro's mostly started this video to let Daisuke know about the Porygon egg, and, well, showing off his team so far to the network. Which means going outside and filming his Pokemon with his 'Gear.]

Hey, Daisuke! My Porygon hatched a while ago and it's doing pretty well! I'm thinking of naming it Fortran.

[Yes, Fortran and no, he won't go for the obvious 'Polygon'. He move the 'Gear to show Porygon floating not far from him...while Cleffa's riding on its back. Yes, his young Cleffa is riding on Porygon's back and the artificial Pokemon is floating around, gently and smoothly.]

Those two seems to be getting along well, too. Asterisk's rather shy, so I'm glad they can be friends.

Chinchou...

Antec, you can have your turn on Fortran...if it let you on. [Then the video moves down to show a Rattata next to Atsuro's feet. He's tugging at the trainer's pants with his teeth.] Loupe here's doing great as well. Though...he eats a lot, so I'll be looking into getting a job... Wait, let me guess, you want a snack?

[Even with his money managing skill, he don't want to run out at this rate. Geez.]

Alright, in a moment. Now, Antec's doing great, just waiting for his turn on Fortran. Man, he seems to want to try a lot of things...

[Then, he moves the 'Gear to finally show his Growlithe and Poochyena. Both canines are currently having a intense staring contest with each other. With determination.]

Some of you guys might remember them from last time, but they're Pascal and Ada. I'm pretty sure they think of each other as rivals.

[Okay, now there's growling.]

...Yeah, pretty sure. So that's my team so far. I won't be tackling the gym challenge any time soon, maybe until everyone here's strong enough for--Loupe, you can wait a little longer!

[The Rattata's been tugging at his pants, so Atsuro cut off the feed to deal with him. To anyone in Violet, they might see Atsuro dealing with his Rattata and talking to him. Or they might see Asterisk riding on Fortran.]

[After 'Mom' rushed him out of the house (which was really strange, since she's not his real, hard working mother), Atsuro's been checking out the PokeGear, studying its functions and basically memorising which buttons does what.

Soon, the video feed turns on, as he expected.]

...Okay, it should be on now! [There’s the sound of a happy ‘Chinchou!’, too. Atsuro looks down at the Pokemon, still in shock, as well as...giddy and worried. He knows Pokemon, he especially played the games, so it’s a pleasant surprise to find himself in New Bark Town...his apparent home town?]

So anyone’s watching this? You don’t mind answering some of my questions? ‘cuz I want to be sure about some things.

[Is he really in New Bark Town for real, or is this all an illusion? A dream, maybe? Even if a part of him was happy to see Pokemon (even if this one was unfamiliar), he can’t help but be worried and feel unnerved. His speculative side takes over, thinking of possible ideas on ‘how’ and ‘why’.]

Do you know how I can get back to Tokyo? And is it normal to hear music like this? [Maybe he’s the odd one out here and everyone will think he’s weird for not thinking the music’s normal.] ...I’m probably weird for asking these stuff, huh?

Chinchou?

So yeah, I’ll be grateful for any answers!