Oscarus

I have an idea for Pokemon fangane, which may inspire some creators. 

Basically, not your typical "go beat Pokemon League, and save the world in the meantime", but a plot more focused on adventures and goals. 

In short, the game happens somewhere in the future (I don't know how far in the future, but when putting this on "universal Pokemon timeline", the game would happen at least 3 years after Rejuvenation). You're a member of foundation of sorts who executes various kinds of missions, and their goal is, as they say: "To cleanse our world". You, as beginner agent, are climbing up the rankings, while performing tasks given by your executives, and at the same time, you try to remember who you are - the player character has awoken one day in a abandoned, damaged building without any memory, except their own name (and basic human skills like speaking, walking, etc.). 

But, at the same time, another mysterious organization is being founded, who openly oppose yours and sabotages the missions. While the characters in-game have no idea who the admins (executives/higher-ups/lieutenants/commanders) are, players do - the leaders of the organization are Champions of various Pokemon Leagues across the world, selected from different timelines; all being in their prime (so the characters might be in the same age as when they are seen in games, might be younger, might be older; also there's no need to worry about the time of their appearances, because as I said, they're being "selected" across time). But even if NPCs knew who they were basing on the name alone, all those Champions are using codenames/aliases and their appearance will be altered. In addition to that, they'll have also "number" assigned, basically serving as a 'ranking' of sorts; even though they are pretty much equal in terms of power within the organization, except #1 who's above the others. They are a mix between The Timeless from Pokemon Insurgence and Fatui Harbingers from Genshin Impact. 

The story, as I said, wouldn't focus on journey through the region, but on performing missions, clashing with Champions across time, and trying to discover the true origin of the protagonist. Also, the truth about MC, and both of the organizations, might be much more shocking than you coulda imagine. 

I... I do realize that this idea will be seen by a grand total of 5 people, if I'm lucky, but at least say if the idea at least is intriguing. 

After... I'd say 2 years I've returned to Pokemon Masters. I was thinking about it for some months, but I couldn't pluck up the courage as I have a... "complicated relationship" with gacha games. It's complex (but it isn't about money; I'm pure F2P). 

As complex as new system mechanics, my Arceus, back in the day it was far simpler!

Of course, it's not like I had trouble assimilating to it - I have been watching many challenge videos by likes of Zinfogel, skippingmud and a few others, so I know the basics of new building systems. But... easier said than done. 

But I think I'm capable - as I was able to defeat The Third Trial against Sawyer, with just levels 75 against his 100, without losing a single Pokemon. So that's impressive, I think. 

Of course, as this is gacha game, the biggest part of the game is summoning new Trainers. I've grinded up a bit in order to gain some precious diamonds, and rolled a few times - one free x11 Anime roll, and three x11 rolls on Synga Suit Pallet Trio. 

And, must say, the loots were impressive, for someone as me. I've gained quite a few 5 stars, some of them being able to be EX'd, and even more units upgradeable to EX status, but I think the most super gains were Lisia from Anime roll, SS Blue from first SSPT roll, and SS Leaf from third SSPT roll. I'll get SS Red from Championship Stadium. 

To be fair, I have some vouchers and gems so I could roll more... but I wanna save them for later. 

Still... I think I'm gonna need help in Grid Building... 

#linisinnocent

I think this quote perfectly sums up the plot of Pokemon Reborn, both figuratively, and literally: 

"In this war, not even a single pawn may be spared...

Because on this chessboard, "checkmate" is not where the game ends"

After watching "Spheal sweeps Saphira" video, I've noticed something truly pelicular... And not in a good way... 

In her Gym Battle team... 4 OUT OF 6 POKEMON ARE X4 WEAK TO ICE!!! AND ONLY ONE OF THE REMAINING TWO ISN'T WEAK TO, BUT GETS ANNIHILATED BY ROCKS! 

The only thing that saves her is the Field, which halfs the damage taken from Ice attacks. But if you change or destroy it, and have strong and fast Ice type like Weavile, Ninetales or Choice Scarf Mamoswine, or simply a powerful Pokemon with powerful Ice attack, Saphira's gonna get smashed like raw, undercooked salmon served to Gordon Ramsay. 

And if you also bring Stealth Rock... Basically that makes her battle an even bigger joke that Luna could have ever been.

Seriously, her team is perhaps one of the worst in terms of type-and-role balance of all major Trainers... AND SHE'S THE LAST GYM LEADER! 3 Dragon-Flying, 1 Dragon-Ground, 1 Dragon, and 1 Fire-Flying/Fire-Dragon, and all are Fast Sweepers. You don't need to be Wolfe Glick to figure out something's wrong... To think we were laughing at Hardy for having terribly unbalanced team. 

Maybe that's just me, but I think devs thought that players wouldn't get out of the way to create a special strategies to defeat her... But after revealing the 99,2% win rate on Dragon's Den, they've practically dug their own (and Saphira's) grave. 

I ain't team-creating expert, and I'm not trying to sound like one, but... You can't ignore that Saphira's Gym team can make her either the most challenging opponent thus far... or a total pushover. 

Now I've just realized how little 4 MB of attachments are. 

I've send designs of a few characters for my fanmade game to Evi, and that took over a MB. How am I supposed to show her the remaining 50+ without forcing to delete the other ones? 

And also why that limit is so low? I get that in order to not trash the place with scraps, they put it, but... 4 MB is so little... 

Okay, I now see my problem with creating characters' designs - they're as simple as those of NES games. 

And by that I mean colors - like, except biological structures like hair, eyes, skin, etc., so basically outfit... Their clothings are simple-colored; with one palette. Usually different shades of one/two colors, but sometimes it's even worse; being almost completely monotone. 

The designs themselves aren't bad, I think (and hope), but I can't force myself into more... crazy color pallettes. My friend, Nike, knows how to do it and make unique designs with many colors and decorations so it all matches. But me? 3 colors and their shades at a absolute maximum. In some cases, that's a good thing, but it some they look... boring. And also I have a problem with creating a super design that doesn't scream their type speciality. Or I'm being paranoid. 

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...i can see why everyone thinks of me as lamenting...i cannot shut my mouth and stop complaining about myself...

Houses in Pokemon World: exist

MC: https://youtu.be/4nFldvWS9RM

Reasons for those characters to become our rivals:

Victoria: "I have to hone my skills in order to protect those I care the most; be that fellow students of Apophyll or friends outside of it. MC is not only a dear friend of mine, helping whether I was in trouble, but also with a honest heart, they assist everyone who need help, be that ally or foe. They truly impress me, and I'm certain they'll help me reach new levels..."

Cain: "I still can't find my place in the world. Unable to face the difficulties, I've been running away from problems and duties, covering my fears with jokes, songs and light-headed attitude. But MC... MC know their goals; they know what they want to do and where to go. And they're relatable, friendly, understanding and quite~ cute. I hope they'll help me in finding out where I belong..."

Fern: 

Seriously, gender balancing is truly awful. 

'Nother meme for ya

Man... How I wish to be a part of Pokemon Online League when it was still existing. It looked so fun!

Either as a challenger or as a Gym Leader, doesn't matter - it would love to interact with all the League Representatives and/or fellow challengers, while honing my skills.

I... I do realize that I'd be crushed, pummeled and tenderized by basically anyone back then because I SUCKED back then (my first even Pokemon gameplay; in FireRed; consisted of 4 Flying types, 2 of them being x4 weak to Rock, and movesets like they were taken from Gen 1, like Charizard knowing Flamethrower, Fire Blast and Blast Burn... plus I didn't care about stats of Pokemon, only moves, and back then status moves for me were more than useless) 

But now, being much more experienced and seemingly more talented... I think... I could have a chance of getting at least half of the Badges, with a glimpse of defeating Champion, and maybe, JUST MAYBE, becoming Gym Leader myself. 

The last part woulda be very fun; like an soccer superstar on giant stadium filled to brim, people would want to see and interact with me, and have a shot at challenging myself. 

Of course, it's not about fame or glory, but having the opportunity to meet many new, interesting people and having the chance to become stronger. 

Don't worry, I'll be keeping kayfabe alive. I'm not a loose cannon. 

My fresh year in college is basically over. Finally, that was one hell of a ride; an emotional ride, and not necessarily in a good sense. 

But now I have over 3 months for myself; I can finally start repairing garages, picking up strawberries, riding bike for hours, and... actually begin learning how to sprite. 

I finally want to make some actual progresses for the game, and not just "writing storylines and designing characters in my head". Still, programming and music will be difficult, both for my allies and myself, but I'm not going to drop the project because of minor inconveniences. 

But, to be fair, I don't say the game will be completed in a month or a few, even if we started right away and we all knew how to program, sprite, design, and everything. It's gonna take years - Reborn was created by literally hundreds of people in the span of over 10 years. 

But, like I said, neither I nor they are going anywhere... maybe in a year or less there will be some demo of the first few chapters~, who knows...

"Yes, yes, I killed your father. What is it with you, woman, anyway? 

I killed my father too, and you don't hear me whining about it!" 

~ Paul "Sirius" Clark, probably 

People: "Champions are God-like human beings with immense power, impregnable defenses and unshakable will. Only the very few are equal to them both in combat and in wisefulness" 

Champions: 

I am starting to think, since my 1st year of college is about to end, so I'll be stress-free...

...should I begin a Nuzlocke? 

I've never played a Nuzlocke, despite playing Pokemon games for 6-7 years. The main reason is because I tend to get emotionally attached to Pokemon, and just thinking about them dying causes a emotional distress. 

But, on the other side, Nuzlockes are a good way to test one's capabilites in Pokemon games and testing their skills and thinking. 

I was wondering if I should do it, and write down the relation of the events here. I don't know which game I'd like to do; but I'm leaning towards the mainline games, since I'm not a masochist :) 

You may suggest the game to play. 

I was checking Reborn Wiki for my little "project" and... 

Cass, if you see this, I just wanna say... "You rock! "

Oh my Arceus... Was I truly able to create 40 characters for fanmade game, with, like, only 4 existing beforehand, which are modified OCs of my real-life friends?

I know you couldn't care less... but I had to "brag" about it somewhere, you know...  The more I think about it, the more I hope that the dream will come true, and the more I pursue in creation. 

Fortunately, I'm not alone - there are a few of us out there: some do more, some do less, but all do something. The day the first chapters are released, may be the happiest day of my life.

But I know from experience that rushing is a bad way of creating; masterpieces take even years to create (Reborn took a whole decade to fully complete, and it's not perfect yet because of various cats in the game). Still, no need to worry as the world isn't about to end soon, is it?  ...well, as someone who lives in Poland has all the reason to be afraid for the life, but my friends taught me not to be pessimistic and ultra-realistic/paranoid 24/7/365

So, a lesson for me, and you - be happy, and try to think that the next day will be at least as good as the previous one. Which isn't gonna happen, but maybe... maybe...

You know what would be truly hilarious...? 

If in the game there was an Easter Egg where there's a secret room with devs (before the possibly of actually meeting and challenging them) who were talking about some projects or life... but each one in their own, native language. 

And, just like in Tekken, everyone would understand each other and continue like nothing happened. 

That would work if every person in the said room was from different nation, and no two selected people would speak the same laungage. Also bonus points if the spoken laungage isn't some who is spoken by large masses and is common like English, Spanish, French, Italian etc. 

Maybe some like: Hungarian, Swedish, or some "exotic" ones like Hebrew, Arabic, Mandarin, Japanese (so those who use different alphabets than Latin or Cyrillic, which are the most common ones used in Europe and American continents) 

I don't know, but it'd be unusual... and hilarious. 

I've never noticed it before... but seeing how Tyranitar can be dangerous on Glitch Field, it truly comes as a surprise how versatile this Pokemon is. 

Why, you ask? Because I have just recently realized, while playing some competitive, how Tyranitar's special bulk might come onto play. But step by step: 

• Tyranitar has 100 Base Special Defense, which equals to a maximum of 328.
• Thanks to Sand Stream, its' Special Defense is increased by 50%, as a nature of being a Rock type
• Assault Vest also increases Special Defense by 50%, but wearer can use attacks (which isn't a issue in Tyranitar's case as it don't have any reliable status move that increases Special Defense or such) 
• That makes its' Special Defense (and therefore a Special Attack as well) an astounding 738! For comparison, Mega Mewtwo Y's Special Attack caps at 535, barring any stat changes. 
• Tyranitar also has powerful Special movepool with:
  • Flamethrower/Fire Blast 
  • Thunderbolt/Thunder 
  • Ice Beam/Blizzard 
  • Dragon Claw/Outrage (which are Special on Glitch Field) 
  • Surf

Honestly, I've gotta check and try if my theory is true. If yes, then I'm much better battle-designer than I thought I was

I'm so ashamed of not realizing that up until now! 

Gen 9 will introduce the first region with TWO primary professors. Of course, there were regions with more professors (Unova had Aurea, Cedric and Fennel; Alola had Kukui, Burnet and Samson; and Galar had Magnolia, Sonia and Hop {to some degree}). But only 1 of them was the main one, while the new one will have two. 

We don't know if they will be version-exclusive or be in the same game but one of them is going to be our mentor and the other not, but we know that their names are Sada and Turo. 

And only now have I realized that their names come from Spanish words "pasada" and "futuro", which mean "past" and "future" respectively, with the first one being used in "feminine" form and the other in "masculine", since in Spanish nouns (and adjectives) have two forms, if they can refer to either masculine or feminine objects. And that matches well since Sada is a beautiful, wild female, and Turo is a hot, chad man. 

Still... I feel stupid for not realizing that despite being learnt Spanish for 6 whole years! 

Children cry because they do not understand

~ me, basically every time I see pointless complaints on the Internet 

For the fanmade game I'm planning to create one day, I have already created a set of 18 Gym Leaders (one of each time). 

And might I say, that is the most impressive set of characters I've ever done! 

I don't think they will topple Gym Leaders of Reborn or Aevium in terms of overall character or designs... But I'm so proud of myself right now! 

Oh, and also huge thanks to @Dark Warrior for giving me some tips for creating a few of them! Thank you Jade <3