Set in the original region of Arciel, Legends Rising is a route-inspired, but not strictly route-based, Pokemon roleplay. Pick a faction, pick a class, and strike out into the wild to take on the League, master Contest coordination, research the mysteries of Pokemon and Arciel, and much, much more. Will you be a classic trainer? A criminal? A farmer? Choose your destiny on Legends Rising.
The last he heard of his family- at least, in voice- was ill-intentioned well wishes. Siblings, cousins, and parents alike held mixed feelings for him choice in striking out on his own, his adamancy to abandon the trade he knew, and Joey knew in his heart that if he returned soon they'd only confirm their suspicions of the genetic trade laced in their blood.
Joey, though, he knew he had the capacity to change. He didn't have to fish. He didn't have to be a boring man until he died; he was gonna do something with his life, dammit. He just had to find it, first.
Most of his savings that he left for securing his future went to this appointment. He'd called in earlier, gotten this scheduled, and now all he had to do was step in. This is what he went over Route 1 for. This is what he left for.
Inhaling deeply, the man pushed in the door to the laboratory. He was prepared. The history of his water past probably ensured that he'd pick up one of the matching type. It was a given, but he'd welcome it- it's what he knew best, personally, and found himself dreading the idea that something deadly would be placed upon him. A choice would be given, right? Yeah- that's what he was told. Would this be worth it, though? Would the Pokemon like him, would he be a good trainer for them?
Only one way to find out. Footsteps brought him to the counter. A hand raised in greeting, and he started out with a quick "Hey." And, suddenly, he sincerely hoped he had the right place. Just keep going, his mind interjected, fueling his words before he tripped on the brief hesitation. "My name's Joey White, I called in earlier. I should have an appointment?" His thumbs came together and tapped, eyebrows quirking in curiosity.
[attr="class","momoPBody"] The assistant behind the counter looked up to the young man. "Hm? Ah, Joey White you said?" The androgynous pink-haired assistant pulled up a file on their computer to confirm. "Yup! Right on time, too. If you head back through this door, Professor Holly should be waiting."
When Joey went through, he would indeed find the spindly blonde looking over a case of PokeBalls, two already in her hand. She glanced briefly over her shoulder. "Mr. White, I presume. One moment." She tapped a finger on her free hand to her face a few times in thought, then carefully selected a third Pokeball. Yes, this one ought to do. Turning around to face him properly, she said, "Welcome. I hope you'll find one of these three Pokemon to your liking."
With no more fanfare, she tossed the Pokeballs out one by one, and three figures took shape. "Choose whichever you like."
He smiled in response and nodded, his thumbs folding over one another as his name was confirmed. "Nice- thank you!" He waved again as he made his way to the door and entered the next room.
It looked like the professor was already waiting for him. She'd've been able to hear him come in, of course, and his hands went back to tapping their fingers together. "Yes ma'am," he confirmed when his name was given. Part of him was beginning to rise in emotion- it was an exciting time, no matter your age, really.
Surprise lifted his eyebrows when she turned, as if he hadn't come here for this exact reason- there, in her hands, was his future. His hands unclasped when each three were revealed.
The first was a Wimpod- bug-like, familiar to him from beaches. The second a Slowpoke, a fitting choice, too- and huge. Finally, the little Marill. All of them water type (why did he feel such relief at that?) and right before him.
Oh, he could just burst from happiness, kneeling down to get to the party's level. All were approaching him in their own ways, probably curious about the stranger they were meeting, but the Wimpod drew him most as it glided across the smooth floor. It bumped against his knee, first, and let out a chittering coo when he patted its head, eyes drifting closed.
He had to laugh, just a little, as he gave his other hand to pat the other two on the head. He had to take only one? He felt bad for the other two, but, after all, it was better to have choice rather than nothing.
"I'm gonna choose the Wimpod," he spoke when he began to give it more attention. Both of his hands, now, were rubbing just behind its antennae, where it leaned in more and more with soft whimpering noises. The decision was quick, especially for him, but who could blame him? His heart felt for the bug as it nearly cuddled right up into him.
Holly watched as each Pokemon was inspected and gave a small nod when the decision was made. “Alright,” she answered returning the other two Pokemon for now and then handing over Wimpod’s Pokeball. “You should consider giving her a name, but that can be decided at a later date.”
After that, Holly turned to a shelf and grabbed a box of supplies. Handing it forward to Joey, she went on. Inside were a few Pokeballs and potions. “I have some items here for you to start your journey with. Use them wisely.” Holly waited to let that sink in before going on. “Now do you have any questions for me, or would you like to begin your journey?”