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002 [video/action for Goldenrod]

[Lightning and Phoenix had gone pretty much directly to Goldenrod after dropping Namine off in Cherrygrove, so Phoenix has arrived in the Big City significantly faster than he had the first time he'd tried getting here.

The video feed opens with a small Shinx curled up on a bench next to the lawyer, dozing happily, with Phoenix's Aipom perched on his lap, nibbling happily on a treat.]

I'd forgotten how big this city is. It's a little like home, at least, moreso than Violet or Cherrygrove -- but is it just me, or is it even BIGGER than it was before?

[Maybe he's just not used to the train actually running. Prin looks up from her snack, giggles up at him. Phoenix's hand comes into frame to give the Aipom some very welcome head pets.] Anyway, I was wondering what the job market here is like nowadays. Is there a demand for defense attorneys yet? It's hard to believe no one here has done anything illegal. (Or done anything illegal and gotten CAUGHT.)

[Then again, there aren't really any courts here either, huh? You might just be shit outta luck for applying your skill set here, Phoenix.]

If I have to go back to my minimum-wage college days, it's not like I mind, but -- after finally getting my badge back, I feel weird not putting it to work. So if anyone ever needs any kind of legal counsel...just give me a call.

Oh! Right. [Phoenix pans back to the snoozing Shinx, who has rolled over onto his back, little feet kicking in the air a little.] I haven't thought of a name for this guy yet. Any suggestions?

[Private audio to Killua Zoldyck:]

Hey, sorry for not getting in touch sooner! We were in a bit of a rush.

I got those flowers you wanted in Cherrygrove. Were you going to send someone to come get them, or...? I'm in Goldenrod at the moment, if that helps.

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Aw, he's cute!

_{[Yes, that's about what she took away from your message there.]}

Does he remind you of someone? Or something. Cause if he does you can name him that.

[THANKS, MOLLY.]

...not really? Mostly he just sleeps a lot.

He reminds me of what I wished I could be in college: actually sleeping.

But other than that, nothing is coming to mind...

Maybe you can go with Simba.

_{[This one was raised on Disney.]}

Or something to do with his power.

...you know, Simba works. I mean, I haven't seen The Lion King in years, but...

What do you think of that, little guy?

[Nope, too busy sleeping. No comment. Looks like he's officially Simba now, though.]

_{[She grins.]}

It's really good.

I guess there are worse names, huh? 'Mufasa' might be a bit forboding.

[He also doesn't want anyone getting any smart ideas around ledges. The chance to make the reference might be too tempting for some.]

Pokémon can't die, though.

_{[You know, so it's probably okay.]}

It's the thought that counts.

Yeah, I guess.

... you don't think it's rude to name them after dead people, do you? I mean, people do that all the time. Like with the presidents.

Oh -- no? I mean, I don't think so, at least. I did that last time I was here.

Was it after someone you knew?

Yeah. One of my Pokemon was named after my old mentor.

Perfect timing, I'm currently in Goldenrod so you can drop them off at my place.

Sounds great! Mind giving me some directions? I'm still not quite used to being back in the city...

[He sends over some basic directions on text.]

Just follow that and you should end up in the warehouse district, my build is the one that says the Dojo on it.

[That seems fairly straightforward.] Alright. I'll be there soon.

[Click!]

[The district is a little ways away from where Phoenix was at, so it takes a little while for him to navigate through the busy streets to the much calmer warehouse district. Glancing around, he seeks out the sign Killua mentioned, and beelines towards it once spotted.]

[The clear front doors give a view into lounge area, where Killua happens to be sitting and relaxing. He just moves his arm up and motions for Phoenix to come inside, he should be easy to see.]

[Phoenix pushes open the doors at Killua's beckoning, walking towards the guy with a little wave.] Hey! Sorry it took me a while, I'm still getting used to how the city's laid out...again...

It's fine, I didn't need them by a dead line, these are just for test recipes.

[He gets up and stretches before turning to face Phoenix.]

As least the warehouse district is easy to get through there aren't many shops over here.

I'm glad to hear that. Well, then, I have them right here...

[Phoenix fishes around in his bag, pulls out the flowers he's had protected in plastic wrapping and damp towels.] Are these fine?

Gotta tell ya, I've been running out of names myself.

[Coming from a guy that named a Pichu 'Samhildánach'.]

This is far too early for me to be running out of names. I only have two!

Molly dubbed him Simba, though, which works for me.

Does it?

[watch and you can see the reference sail over his head]

Well, guess if it fits that's all that counts.

...I take it you've never seen The Lion King?

[Continues to forget that people come from other worlds until he's dutifully reminded.]

Sorry, afraid I've never heard of it.

[You're trying, Phoenix.]

This the kinda thing I should really know about?

I'm going to guess that you're from a different world, then, given that where I'm from it's a bit of a cultural phenomenon.

It's a kid's movie that came out when I was growing up. Simba is the main character. He's a lion -- er. If you know what a lion is.

Yeah, I know what a lion is. [He lived with Saber, after all.]

If it makes you feel better, they probably had it in my world--I'm kinda out of touch with modern things like that.

Ok, well that's good. One less thing I have to explain. [Huh. Maybe, but judging from how this guy looks...hmm...Phoenix wonders.] But I guess it's not really important in the end. Because you can at least agree with me that he looks a bit like a lion, right?

[Phoenix lifts the sleeping cat up the the camera. He doesn't wake up.]

PHOENIX!

_{[In one fluid movement, a huge dark blur leaps over the back of the bench, colliding with Phoenix's shoulders and sending him to the ground. He's been on the move ever since he bumped into Lightning.]}

[Phoenix is appropriately startled, and makes a sudden noise of alarm at being so suddenly knocked over. Simba, who had been continuing to doze, yowls and scrambles away with his tail fluffed up.

Phoenix pushes himself up a bit, winded, trying to see who his sudden assailant was --

-- and once he does, he breaks into a laugh, shakes his head.] That's my name, Jack. It's good to see you too.

_{[Jack is quick to hop off and work to stand his friend back up. The ex-skeleton is grinning ear to ear. He's gained quite a few more grey hairs but he's still the same old Jack.]}

I ran into a friend of yours and heard that you had already made it into town. I wish my Freedom Goat project was further along, but don't worry, you'll have one before you know it! How was your trip? Have you caught any new Pokemon? Are you hungry?

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[Mister Skellington, you gotta settle down. ~~or skettle down, as it were.~~ Phoenix laughs again, takes the offered help and gets back on his feet, tries to answer as many of Jack's questions as he can.]

Yeah, it was. I made some new friends in New Bark town -- we dropped one off in Cherrygrove, and then I showed Lightning the rest of the way here. I haven't been in town for long -- I've only really been able to see Heather, aside from -- well, you, of course.

[New Pokemon? OF COURSE! Prin bounds back up Phoenix's shoulder the second she's brought up, giggles and extends a paw towards Jack. The Shinx, though, is having none of it, cowering behind the bench.] Yeah, uh -- Jack, this is Prin. She's my starter Pokemon this time around, it looks like. And...you spooked Simba. C'mon, little guy, Jack won't hurt you.

[Phoenix crouches, trying to coax the Shinx out, but -- no such luck. He hisses a little, paws angrily at the ground.]

_{[He can't stop grinning. Everything Phoenix says is good news. He bends down to address the little lion Pokemon under the bench with a more apologetic smile.]}

I'm sorry, Simba. I forget every month isn't October. Even though it should be.

[Simba is having none of it. His fur is all fluffed up, static cracking around him like nothing else. Phoenix does his best to soothe him.] Hey, I know Jack here can be a pretty scary guy! [Pfffff.] But no one's going to hurt you when I'm around, okay? [Phoenix extends a hand, trying to coax the little guy out and towards him. Simba still seems wary.]

Maybe I should stand back.

_{[And he does, making sure he's a good yard or two away from the frightened Electric-type.]}

Once your new friend has calmed down, is there anything you would like to do in particular before I give you the grand tour of Skellington House?

[After a lot of coaxing, Simba finally seems ready to emerge from under the bench, and Phoenix scoops him up, pets soothing circles into his fur.] There we go. See, that wasn't so hard, was it?

[Simba disagrees.]

Um... I'm not sure, Jack. Has there been anything new since the last time I was here?

Oh, yes! New places to eat, a school was added, there's a circus now! I'll have to contact Joker and see when the next show is--we combined forces last Halloween and it was something to behold!

Yeah? Sounds like you've been enjoying these new additions quite a bit too, Jack.

[A circus...wow. That's right up Jack's alley.]

To be honest, they hardly feel new any more!

_{[He heaves a big sigh and can't help but smiling wistfully.]}

Well, Phoenix, we're burning daylight! Let's go!

_{[And whether Phoenix likes it or not, he'll be dragged all over Goldenrod.]}

[It's...odd, almost, knowing that time has been passing here since he's been gone, while meanwhile at home, he knows everything has come to a standstill. What makes Johto different from home? Phoenix doesn't know, but maybe it's better that way.]

Okay, okay, right behind you. [SLOW DOWN, JACK. Remember, he's an OLD MAN now.]

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