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[moon_leaf]

Who: Anyone
What: Visitin'
Where: Courtyard/Fountain
When: June 25th
Warnings: None


After a lengthy time of prodding, wink wink, hint hints and flat out demands from his trainer, he'd finally done it and simply given in to what his friend assured them was the 'BEST PLACE, I RECKON' that she'd managed to go to in the longest of times. He was skeptical of course, because there was just something so wonderful, comfortable and safe about a lack of change when it came to important life decisions. But..his trainer definitely wasn't getting any younger, and all the bright, glitzy weekends at contests were getting fewer and further apart. It was cool. Opportunity was supposed to make you feel anxious enough that you wanted to vomit, right? Right.

The better part of his morning had been spent both admiring his fresh, crisp uniform and walking--around the dormitory and court yard. An inordinate amount of time was spent simply traversing the parking lot before looping back near the library and gracelessly dropping himself onto a bench near the fountain. There was still a lot of daylight left to burn and pavement to pound, but he was going to be a little lazy just this once. Besides, there was no telling where he'd see his friend and when she'd show up, so he would make the best of getting a feel for the community.

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[rivalthunderbolts]

Suddenly, out of nowhere, a wild JOLTEON appeared! Or rather a gijinka Jolteon looking very pleased with himself, who spotted a confused and shy looking new kid on campus. Better roll out the welcome wagon!

He kept up his pace right next to the newbie, and quickly introduced himself. "So, you look lost. You new here?" he asked with a big smile.

[moon_leaf]

His surprise at being addressed quickly eased away as he returned the smile. "So new you still gotta take me outta the packagin'. Though I'm gonna say that the only reason I can claim I ain't lost is because I didn't have a destination in mind." Which is pretty much the same as being lost, but willfully so.

[rivalthunderbolts]

"Well then there's not much I can do about that, but if you've got something general in mind, I can definitely point you in the right direction!" Jolt answered. "You're not from around here, are you? You got an interesting accent!"

[moon_leaf]

"Sure do!" he exclaimed, bouncing to his feet. "I'm thinkin' anywhere we're allowed on campus during non-school hours, 'cause I'm sure I won't be able to stand 'round one place for long." Unless his shows were on, in which case he became one with the furniture.

The second question caused Rio to purse his lips into a line before answering, though he didn't seem bothered by it, otherwise. "I'm from Kanto. Way out in the boonies, where your next door neighbor is more'n a mile out."

[rivalthunderbolts]

"That's okay, we're allowed pretty much anywhere we want," Jolt told him. "But I know just the spot. Time for lunch!" He put a hand on Rio's shoulder and started to lead the way to the cafeteria, aka his favourite place in the world.

"Hey, I'm not one to talk," Jolt pointed out. "I live in Viridian City, but the boss is from Pallet Town, which is about as far out as you can get! I'm Jolt, by the way."

[blazebottom]

It was today wasn't it?! Yes, yes it was! It only took years of proding and asking and trying to convince her best friend from the farm to join her in this place and after so many attempts, and nudges from the granny he had finally said yes! And it was today that he'd be here for sure!

That's why Riwane was carrying around a small basket of pokepuffs, wrapped up nicely with a bow and looking to see if she could spot him. Knowing him he was walking around trying to figure things out and wether this was a good idea or not.

Spotting him nearby she began to run over to him, tail swaying wildly as she waved. "Riooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!"

[moon_leaf]

Rio stretched his legs on the bench and wriggled his toes in his shoes. He'd rest for just a little bit longer, and then it was back to the pathways, wandering around what going to be his new home.

With a little huff he pushed himself to his feet and turned towards the stadium, eager to see just how huge that thing really was, but hearing his name called (yelled) caused him to pause in step and turn around.

...Knowing Riwane, she was either going to bowl him over or crush him in a hug; both welcome and appreciated in a nostalgic sort of way. Instead of building a personal space perimeter or assuming the fetal position while protecting his head and eyes, he simply awaited his fate with a good-natured smile and an excited wave.

[blazebottom]

Any of those options would risk the nice pokepuffs! But he did get a nice crushing hug after she slowed to a stop and held them aside while she gave said hug.

"So glad yer here! How was the trip?" she asked excitedly as she handed the care package over.

"Got ya sum real nice pokepuffs and sum school survival items!" she smiled. It was your 'essentials', you know, a few games, some clothes, snacks, few drinks, comics and the like.

[moon_leaf]

"Reckon I didn't need m'ribs anyways," he managed through the tight hug. Once he was released, he inhaled deeply and smoothed the wrinkles from his shirt with a hand. "The trip seemed a lot longer than it actually was, probably 'cause I felt like my stomach was playin' double dutch with m'guts. But I'm real glad to see you, so there's that."

Rio sniffed in faux disappointment. "Even if it looks like you just can't stop growin'."

[blazebottom]

Riwane patted him on the head and ruffled it up, knowing full well Rio disliked getting his image getting disheveled. But he also knew she'd do it to tease him, but that's cause she loved him.

"Heh, yeah, I reckon I've done a lotta growin' since comin' here. It's been great, an' I'm a good deal stronger too!" she added proudly.

[flamedog]

Oh hello, green-haired person.

A giant wall of fuzz is walking your way.

Also, that fuzz is attached to an Arcanine.

He's headed right for you.

[moon_leaf]

Most people had a good reason to be afraid of dogs, and twice as much reason to be afraid of fire, but this was a fire dog that was over there. Casually walking towards him like there was no reason for Rio to suddenly evolve into an Olympic gold medal sprinter. Even doing so, he was pretty sure he'd only get far enough to relieve a quarter of his life in vivid, disappointing flashbacks.

So he was going to stay there and be really, really still, like a statue. Like he was not there. And this was not the worst thing.

Statues don't panic.

[flamedog]

Don't worry, green-haired man for whom a 6-foot-tall tigerdoge is padding towards.

He's here. For you. He's here for you.

You're new. Very new. Jock sees how new you are. New things are wonderful.

The giant dog. Is so close. That you can feel the heat radiating off of his body. And he is. Smelling. Your hair.

Sniff. Sniff. Sniff.

[moon_leaf]

He was having one of those moments where you're trying so hard not to look, but you want to, and your willpower gives out so you look and that look validates why you should have minded your own damn business all along. Which was a shame because the side-eyed glimpse of that enormous, fuzzy dog sure made it look darling, in a 'please don't go for the throat' way.

Rio smiled meekly as the Arcanine sniffed his hair. Surprisingly, he took little solace in the fact that if he went, at least he'd bite it smelling fantastic.

[flamedog]

You smell like a thing that Jock recognizes, person.

Jock had better taste you to make certain.

You are now being licked by a giant dog tongue.

It's over. This is it. This is the end.

[jonny_talbain]

Considering how excited for this day Riwane had been, it was no wonder that Jon was more than aware of a certain little blue turnip showing up on school premises.

He was happy too, of course. And he had promised Grams that while Rio was at the Academy, Jon would be there to make sure he was settling in and taken care of. Not to mention introduced to the Final Destination Contest Hall and its many and sundry boutiques and accessory vendors.

"Oi." he said, approaching the bench where Rio had taken up residence. "Welcome to the Academy, lad. It's good to see you made it in one piece."

[moon_leaf]

Rio hopped to his feet at the sound of a familiar voice and regarded Jon with a beaming smile. "Gladder than you that I made it in one piece, too." Hopefully he would leave the same way, but as Riwane tended to remind him, anything could and would happen when you left the comforts of home.

"You caught me when I was restin' for a spell. This place is loads bigger'n I thought and I haven't even made it halfway 'round the campus."

[jonny_talbain]

"That suits me well enough." Jon replied, gesturing toward the seat and clapping Rio on the shoulder. "I've no aversion to sitting idly for a moment or two."

He'd come from the Gym and had his scuffed up leather sports bag with him. He sat down on the bench, placed the bag between his feet and pulled out two bottles of water. They were from the vending machines near the gym so still pretty cold, no less. "Here. Enjoy this. And aye, it's a large campus. You'll learn your way about soon enough, and you've only to call me if you ever find yourself somewhere unfamiliar."

[moon_leaf]

Rio slid closer to the edge of the bench to provide Jon with more room and accepted the bottled water with both hands. "Mighty kind'a you, thanks," he slowly said, trying to hide the mirth in his voice. It was a bit silly considering his own accent, but Jon's accent amused him. Maybe it was just the way he called him lad.

"I guarantee you're right about that, as terrible as I am 'bout keepin' to one spot. Don't think I want to go around botherin' you with somethin' as muffin-headed as gettin' lost, though. I'll sort myself out. Usually do, anyways."

[jonny_talbain]

"It's no bother. For starters, I'm faculty. Helping students is something that's a part of my job description. Secondly... could you imagine the look I'd get from your Grandmother if I were to let you get lost?" Jon joked. "In all seriousness, I don't mind so don't be shy."

He took a long drink from his water bottle. Perfect weather for cold water.

"In other news, you've a lot to look forward to in regard to the city, too. There's a contest hall there I'm sure you're dying to see."

[rivalappeared]

THERE WAS A TRAINER IN YOUR PATH. Well, really it could have just been some guy. But for a Pokemon, maybe there was a special kind of vibe he gave off to really drive the point home. He pointed an accusing finger at the Oddish.

"Hey. You."

[moon_leaf]

Rio looked over each shoulder, side to side and even peered into the distance before turning his attention to the guy standing near him. "Hey...me?"

His eyes darted to the left as if he were uncertain, before addressing the accusatory finger. "It's kinda rude to point at folk you ain't properly met, you know."

[rivalappeared]

He redirected his hands to his hips, cocking his head.

"Yeah, we may not have met, but I'm pretty sure I know who you are. New student, right?"

[moon_leaf]

"Wouldn't think my reputation preceded me, none." At least, he really, really hoped it didn't. Riwane, please.

"But yeah, I'm new," he said, flashing a wide smile. "M'name's Rio."

[rivalappeared]

"Ah yeah, Rio, right," the trainer replied. "Well, I'm Green Oak. Working double time as the Viridian City Gym Leader and one of the boy's RAs. Therefore, I should be giving you your housing packet."