Meanwhile, Vinnie had situated himself under a large tree - as a shield from the rain it was less than complete, as water still trickled readily through the leaves, but he was really there more for the company than shelter. Thankfully, the previous few days had been kind in the sunshine department, so the onset of fatigue was slow. But unless he had to, the Venusaur was just going to relax for now.

Hearing the splatter of footsteps on wet soil headed his way, his ears twitched to attention and he sat his large, warty body up in the mud. A low rumble was voiced in greeting of the trainer, somewhat surprised to see her outside and getting soaked instead of under a tent.