testing, testing, one two three (gameverse!)

[outbounds]

Hello! I am Emmet. I am a Subway Boss! Ah, but you already know that. Don't you, Station Master?

You don't have to be concerned. Not about me being without Ingo. Or Ingo being without me for a while. Ingo works verrrrry hard, after all. We both do. Long hours on each of our lines! This won't be the first time we've been apart. We're a two-car train. But we can separate when we need to. We work better that way!

You're worried. I can tell. You're boarding a different train than the line you usually ride. You'll be going through unfamiliar terrain. That's okay! You choose your destination, and the trip is half the fun!

So! Follow the rules! Safe driving! Check safety! Everybody smile! Everything's ready! All aboard!

Comments

[isntkawaii]

There's no point in sucking up to your boss if they've already brought you here.

[She's trying to say "You're mun must already care about you, so you don't have to be so nice."]

[outbounds]

Maybe.

But being encouraging doesn't hurt. You know.

[infinitefrown]

Emmet. [Hey, bro!!] You are right that we are a two-car train; and again in that we can also separate. [They do it on the subway all the time!]

Still, do take all proper safety precautions. Extended periods of separation can wear down cars if they aren't careful. [fuss fuss, worry worry.]

[outbounds]

Of course! Check safety. I always do! [c'mon bro he works at the subway too he knows that!] That's what regular maintenance is for, isn't it?

[don't mind him as he casually invades your personal space okay.]

So! How have you been holding up while we were unlinked? There are lots of unfamiliar stations around here, I hear!

[infinitefrown]

Right. [just let him double check okay, it makes him feel better...

Emmet the space invader is tolerated as usual, of course.] Ah... this train has been holding up all right on its detour, I suppose. Perhaps not operating at full capacity, but well enough.

It is certainly a learning experience. [Which is good! He actually has to... meet new people. gasp.] You, also, seem to be doing well.. or are at the very least optimistic.

[outbounds]

I've just arrived at this station recently. I've been given no reason not to be. [yet, if one wants to be cynical about it, but Emmet certainly isn't. a detour, though?]

You've been seeing new things! That's good! [...] Not bad things, though? You said you're not at full capacity. I always tell you, you work too hard! [and worry too much; that's going to catch up someday!]

[creative_lovebug]

Ah, Emmet. How are you?

I trust you are keeping the Subway up and running like clockwork?

[outbounds]

[that is the silliest thing to ask, Burgh. of course he is! it's the Subway.] Always! Safe driving! I am a Subway Boss after all. It is expected of us. So we oblige! [also because if the Subway isn't functional then there aren't challengers and when there aren't challengers there aren't battles and no battles means no double battles.]

Tip-top condition! And you? Your Gym? How are things in Castelia?

[creative_lovebug]

Of course. You are good at your job, Emmet. I enjoy travelling on the Subway when I get around to it. It's something different than walking around in Pinwheel Forest. I do like the change of season, as they say.

My Gym is fine, thank you. Perhaps, you could visit one day? It's always open, Emmet. If you have time, of course. I'm sure you and Ingo and always busy running this operation.

[outbounds]

Aaah, probably not. The visiting thing. Always busy, you see. There are always people challenging the Battle Subway! [and it is amazing.]

But you should challenge it too, if you enjoy riding the trains. Yup! We could have a battle! A double battle!

Chandelure in the avatar <3

[creative_lovebug]

It's quite alright. I understand. [He nodded.]

Between battles, I like to spend time with my bug types and also paint and sketch too. [He smiled.]

A double battle? Double the fun, right?

It's cute, isn't it? I can't take credit, though.

[outbounds]

Exactly! Battles are great, but double battles are even better! The combination of two Pokemon, each using their own moves! To support each other... that's what makes double battles great!

[well, while we're being forthright with hobbies and all TRAINS BATTLES TRAIN TRAINS DOUBLE BATTLES TRAINS]

Re: Yes it is :D

[creative_lovebug]

Oh, I quite agree! I love tag battles and even rotation battles are becoming something I enjoy at the PWT. [He nodded.]

I agree that trainer and Pokemon should exist as one in perfect harmony between their pure hearts. Such beauty.

[outbounds]

[oh, right, rotation battles. they'd considered a line for it and triple battles before, but they were still pretty new formats then... seemed to be getting bigger, though! maybe they'd have to revisit that train of thought sometime.]

Harmony! Yes. Good combinations and good synergy, synchrony! Being able to see down the line beforehand and conduct appropriately! That is one of the marks of a good Trainer. [they're the most fun kind to battle, after all.

I am Emmet and what is a one-track mind]

[creative_lovebug]

Yes. A synergy synchrony? How perfect. [He got out his sketch pad and scribbled some things down. He did that.]

Such inspiration I am feeling from just coming down here. Thank you. [He patted Emmet's shoulder.]

[outbounds]

[sure, okay. you do that. he'll take this in stride, since, well. they get all sorts at the Subway, Artists included. this isn't anything new.]

No problem at all. Always happy to serve!

Maybe you should come here more often! [Emmet, forever attempting to enable people into trying out the Battle Subway. it's totally 100% safe c'mon. they should know.]

[creative_lovebug]

Perhaps I should. [He thought on that idea for a moment.] The Subway is always open isn't it?

[outbounds]

That would be nice.

But it isn't. We wish. We do try to accommodate everyone who wants to ride the trains. Gear Station opens early and closes late. But we all must rest too. And cars must be maintained. It can't be helped. You know. That's why schedules are important. Follow the schedule! [Emmet calm down stop talking it was a simple question]

I'm sorry for any inconvenience.

[creative_lovebug]

Ah, I see. So, timing is everything then? I wouldn't want to turn up when the subway is closed. [He blushed slightly.]

It sounds exciting though, Emmet.

[unova_champ]

Emmet! How are you? [He slapped the man on the back.]

Are the trains running on time? [Yep, a joke.]

[outbounds]

[oof. Alder, you are a bigger man than he.] Always on time. Always on schedule! The trains are running smoothly!

[yes, that was an answer to both questions...]

[unova_champ]

Great! Just as they should.

So, is Ingo around or just you today? I was thinking of travelling on the Subway myself.

[outbounds]

Ingo? He's around. Our lines crossed just recently. Were you thinking of challenging either of us?

[or both, you know. but you need a partner for that.]

[unova_champ]

Of course. You two seem to go around together like clockwork. It suits. [He laughed deeply then slapped a huge hand on Emmet's shoulder.]

A challenge? I love challenges!

[outbounds]

[like klinklang yup don't they know it. also, oh boy, at least he was prepared for that one.] Haha! Ingo is Ingo. I am Emmet. Together, we are a two-car train!

You should ride the trains sometime then! We'll challenge you if you get a long enough winning streak!

It depends on which line you ride though. The green ones are Ingo's. The red ones are mine. If you challenge the orange ones, we both will battle you! At the same time! Tag battle!

[unova_champ]

[He listened then burst out laughing in his deep voice.]

A double battle sounds like my kind of ride! The orange line it is. [He smirked and rubbed his hands together.] How about I ride both of you at the same time? [Bad, change it quickly...]

...I mean the trains. Ride both trains. Uh, you know what I mean.

[outbounds]

[............






that. was some slip there. Champion Alder.]

[unova_champ]

[He just made a huge cock up of what he was saying. He coughed.]

Sorry, slip of the tongue there, Emmet. I'm just excited to ride all these different trains. [Just the trains, honestly! I'm a strong guy, come on! I don't dress like Burgh...]

[outbounds]

Right. [right.] That would be sort of difficult, though. You would need to be able to stretch verrrrry far. To ride both the green and red lines at once.

Anyway! The orange line is for Tag Battles. Doubles are red. My line! You can still challenge the orange line, if you want. But you need a partner for that. A human one! [because their Pokemon are their partners, yes, but they don't quite count for this.]

[...that might be interesting, though. a Pokemon challenger, that is. what's the precedent on that. maybe they'll need to set one.]

[unova_champ]

Oh, a partner, hm? I don't know who I'd team up with. Perhaps, that Cheren or maybe Burgh from Castelia. They're always keen for a battle everytime I speak with them.

Maybe I should ride the red first? Would you like to face me first?

[outbounds]

Confident. You're confident. Good!

But you'll still need to defeat everyone else on-board first, Champion. No exceptions! [really, he doesn't care quite so much about who he battles as much as how they battle...]

[and oho, champion or no, you seem to be taking this tag battle thing prettttty casually.] Should you challenge the orange line, you and your partner will have to be in sync. Tag Battles aren't like Double Battles. They are similar! But not the same. You will have to work with your partner. Cover for them. Be covered by them. Choose well! [battles are no fun if they are not serious, after all.]

[unova_champ]

Being confident helps keep me in the game. I enjoy the rush which comes with battling. [He nodded.]

Of course I'll beat everyone else! Or give it my best shot anyway! [He laughed deeply.]

Alright, being in sync is something I have within myself and my Pokemon also know timing within the battle. I guess I'll have to pick someone close to me so we can get along like clockwork.

[outbounds]

[the rush, who doesn't enjoy the rush?]

You believe in your Pokemon, that's a good attitude to have. I wouldn't expect any less of you!

But don't underestimate our employees. Or our patrons. You might be surprised! [especially if you run into those Hilbert and Hilda kids. they can give him and his brother a run for their money! their battles are always something exciting-- and whoops now he's excited at the thought of it.]

We'll be waiting. Anytime! Your belief is strong. If you choose to travel our lines, we'll test that strength! Your partner's too!

[if the champion (former or not) of unova were to challenge the Subway... now, wouldn't that be something? take that, PWT.]

[unova_champ]

Of course! It sounds a good lot of fun and battle experience gets my blood pumping. [He smirked and gave Emmet a slap across the shoulder.]

You've got my interest going, Emmet.