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[ordalias]

Bahamut-- Look, I know you're happy you evolved, but, please-

[ The feed snaps open, with the Gear facing towards the ground, and what looks to be a... mouth? Indeed, it looks like a certain dragon's just gotten even more mischievous. The Gear dances, it twirls, and jumps!

[ And Xion, sometimes glimpsed upon the feed below, is trying to chase after her wayward dragon. At least she's moving around enough despite her condition, showing that she did, at least, listen for the most part of recovering. Still- ]

... Enough. Stop that. [ There's an edge to her voice, a slight strain to hide it, but then-- ] Bahamut!

[ Screech. The feed stops, but Xion's quick sputter and scramble from her outburst, and the feed is freed from Bahamut's mouth. She takes a brief moment to clutch her side for a moment, but she turns to the feed with a slightly exasperated smile. ]

Sorry about that, he was just really excited. [ She takes a moment to walk, sit upon a bed and let out a breath before turning back to the Gear. Then a Garchomp's head slowly eases back into the feed to gently nudge her under her chin, sort of as a way of saying "I'm sorry"? Xion laughs just a bit and strokes the top of his head as a way of accepting his apology. ]

Seems like I'm going back to Goldenrod. I think now... Now I'm ready to face the Gym leaders. It's been over a year now. [ Pause. ] Get the Badges, beat the Elite Four, then... what? What else is left for people? For those who are already more than halfway to getting all of the Badges... what are you going to do?

[ Sounding a bit frustrated here. Another bad night? Maybe. Maybe. And after a moment of staring down on the Gear... ]

[ Private Message Sent to Saber ]

Um, hello. It's been a while since we talked, Saber, I hope you're doing well. I was wondering if I could ask you something... Sorry if this is a bit random.

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[paladinlost]

[First things first...]

Congratulations, Bahamut.

[And second things second.]

Perhaps I'll settle down, once I've earned all the badges. Unless a new challenge presents itself, of course.

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[ordalias]

[ He goes all GAAAAARRRR at the feed. ]

Hmm... maybe it will? But it seems like the Badge challenge itself is tough. I haven't heard anyone get all sixteen yet.

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[paladinlost]

[He waves back at him.]

The Kanto Gyms were turning challengers away not so long ago. We merely need some time to catch up.

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[ordalias]

Turning them away? Why?

[seasaltkeys]

Namine and I were thinking of heading to Mahogany on Thursday. Will you be back by then?

[He's really happy to see her up and about and not coughing up blood]

[ordalias]

Hmm... maybe? Even then, the nurses say I should keep on resting, just to ensure a full recover faster.

[seasaltkeys]

That's a good point. You probably shouldn't be travelling right away. But you could always ride on a Pokemon or something.

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[islandshore]

So you're heading back?

[Grraoooarrrghhhh. Ope, seems Riku's grouchy Garchomp appeared, and he's shouting nasty insults in Garchomp... ese? Why? Because he's an asshole.

Riku pushes him out of the way, though.]

Well, good luck on the gym challenge.

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[ordalias]

[ And Bahamut just brushes it off! lolololol, I am now a Garchomp and I'm so big! /hits the 7' mark ]

Yeah. I've been really wanting to get out, anyway.

Thank you, Riku.

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[islandshore]

Hey, no problem. Maybe I'll see you around.

[It's just... torn between staying in Kanto or going with Ven to Johto. Wryyy?]

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[conduit]

Happy birthday, Xion! [ Rangiku isn't sure how to answer her question, but she still wanted to congratulate her for her birthday anyways! Even if it means ignoring the content ignorantly.

She views it like this: She hasn't even gotten one badge yet! So how is she supposed to get all 8!? As such, she's completely unqualified to answer the question since she isn't even close to her level! ]

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[ordalias]

[ ffff! She thought no one would mention this! Xion shies a bit, hoping no one else heard. It's just a day, so... ]

O-Oh, um. Thank you, Rangiku.

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[conduit]

You're welcome, Xion! You know, I'm not sure why you didn't state here publicly so everyone can cherish you~! [ Operation-surprise-party-for-Xion-three-months-later-so-she-forgets is totally a go! ]

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[babel_hacker]

Congrats on your evolution, Bahamut.

[As for her other question...]

Well, I guess I'd either travel around or settle down and start working.

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[ordalias]

[ Bahamut roars his thanks! ]

That's what another of my friends said. The settling down plan.

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[babel_hacker]

After travelling around, they probably would like to stay in one place for the long term.

[suzakufeather]

[There's some amused laughter on this side of the line as Yukiko enjoys all the chasing and whatever else going on there. It's cute, especially with the way Bahamut seems so pleased and excited to have evolved.]

Congratulations! He seems to be quite a handful now.

[She thinks Xion's question over after her laughing fit though, glancing away.] To be honest I haven't even thought about the gyms yet, I'm just enjoying all the time I can get with my friends here.

[ordalias]

[ He is also now 7' and full of Gar. He really is going to be a handful. Xion gives out a nervous laugh. ]

Thank you! [ Bahamut roars his gratitude out as well. ]

That's always good too, but... do you think you might challenge it anyway?

[suzakufeather]

[Yes, a little too big to play around with now, isn't he?]

You're welcome. Hmm, I have thought about it just for the Fly HM and maybe a few others, but I'm happy where I am at the moment.

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[lif]

[ She's got a hand propped on her hip. She noticed that wince! ]

Tell that fool dragon of yours that he should know better.

[ Her posture relaxes slightly. ]

Or at least that he won't get his part of the present if he doesn't start behavin'.

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[ordalias]

Oh, hey, Fang. [ Doesn't seem to register what Fang first said. She pauses and blinks. ] His present?

[lif]

[ Her answering smile is one-sided; when Lightning told her about going to pick up Hope, of course the other woman had been in a hurry. Not wanting to get left (too far) behind, and very much wanting to see Hope herself, Fang had been forced to move quickly. Since she can't be in two places at once, it can't be helped, but she still regrets that she's doing this over the gear. ]

'bout that - tell one of the nurses that Fang said you could have your present now. 'Cause it really is yours, I just threw in a couple of things for your friends as well, since it's your anniversary too. Happy birthday, Sunshine.

private; sorry for the delay >o<

[ex_cashcow493]

Of course, Xion. I doubt it is terribly random, but let us hear it.

private; it's fine! always nice to hear from you o/

[ordalias]

Okay. Um... Some of my friends want to go back to New Bark Town, but I can only go so far as Goldenrod City because of my injuries. I remembered you were staying there, so I was wondering if I could stay... ah, with you. For a bit.

private; fsahfsd aw thank you ;w; <33

[ex_cashcow493]

I am actually out on a small trip with a friend as of this moment. He needed to get away and soothe his temper. [ Lancer getting mad isn't a good thing. A ríastrad in Johto would be a terrible thing. ] It should not take me too long to return though, so I would be pleased to accommodate you. With Kanji out on his travels, our room has an extra bed.

[ Although that comment about her injuries concerns her. ]

If I am not there, you can ask Souji if it is alright. If Kanji returns in the mean time, you can have my bed. [ A bed she hasn't sleep in herself for a few weeks now admittedly. ] Will you be alright until I return in that situation?