PMDU Explorers Team Monkeybone Written App

EXPLORERS GUILD: Team Monkeybone
Date Joined: June 30th 2015
Current Funds: 0 St

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Twig
Species: Aipom
Nature: Naughty
-Characteristic: Mischievous
Gender: Male               Age: 14
Ability: Pickup

Strength: 3                 Agility: 3
Intelligence: 2            Charisma: 2

Total Points Left: 0/10
Type Bonus: Normal -> Charisma + 2

Move 1 Swift
Move 2 Focus Punch
Move 3 Shadow Claw
Move 4 Double Team

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Caesar
Species: Chimchar
Nature: Modest
-Characteristic: Good Perseverance
Gender: Male                Age: 13
Ability: Blaze

Strength: 2                  Agility: 3
Intelligence: 3             Charisma: 2

Total Points Left: 0/10
Type Bonus: Fire -> Charisma

Move 1 Ember
Move 2 Dig
Move 3 Firespin
Move 4 Will-o-wisp

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========== WRITTEN TEST ==========


A single streak of blue sky between the dense clouds above Andalusst City marks the start of an unpredictable morning, and it seems like rain or shine could develop at a whim. The assorted traders and pedestrians mulling about seem to be a little wary, trying to park their stalls and carts in shaded areas or making efforts to keep their dry produce hidden away for now.

But not too far away at the edge of a nearby forest a rumbling rustling noise is heard before what sounds like a yell begins to sound, growing louder and closer.

“aaaaaaaaaaaAAAAAAAAAHHH!!!!” Out of the clearing come a pair of pokemon; an Aipom and a Chimchar, the latter of which is screaming in terror, comical tears spraying from his eyes whilst the former is giggling like…well, a monkey. What’s more, his arms are full of berries; orans, aspears, pechas and many more, but mostly nanabs. As the pair of simians speed across the clearing, the Aipom using his tail to bounce along like a spring, a roar sounds right behind them as a furious Ursaring comes crashing out of the forest, snarling ferociously as it chases after the two monkeys.

“DARN IT, TWIG!! I told you it was bad idea stealing that Ursaring’s fruit! He’s gonna grind our bones for his bread!”


“Oh relax, Caesar. Where’s your sense of adventure?!” the Aipom now known as Twig laughed as he peeled and ate a nanab berry before tossing the peel behind him which the Ursaring proceeded to slip on, sending the purple primate into an even greater fit. “If we wanna be explorers we gotta be fearless. Besides, we ran out of food on our journey so we had to get more if we’re gonna make it to the guild alive.” But as Twig turned away from his friend he saw the town just a few yards ahead. “Well speak of the Darkrai. There it is! We’re almost there!”

“In that case get rid of the berries! It’s not like were gonna starve now! Plus we need to get rid of that brute back there or we’re gonna lead him right into town! I don’t wanna go to prison on my first day for property damage!” Twig whined as he hugged his fruity stash to his chest. “Twig…”

“Fine you win, Caesar.” Twig grumbled before he turned to face the Ursaring. “Hey, Baloo! Here’re your bare necessities!” he shouted before throwing the fruit at the grizzly pokemon, a belue berry ironically being the first one to hit him in the face and knock him to the ground as Twig and Caesar got away. The bear snarled grumpily and gathered the remaining fruit before returning to the forest.

“We are not doing that again, Twig.” Caesar said as the two friends made their way into town. Twig responded by blowing an apathetic raspberry. But as they made their way further through town they finally reached the place they were looking for.

While the Explorers Guild Hall isn't exactly the most eye-catching building, it still has a somewhat homely feel to it, even though your party has only just finished registering. The Explorers seem to have a certain unmistakable aura to them, though one in particular happens to meet your gaze.

“Well this is it, buddy.” Twig grinned as he turned to Caesar. “You and me: the next big legends of the guild.”

“Always the big dreamer, Twig.” Caesar chuckled back before they heard someone clear their throat.

The Servine leaning against a nearby wall inclines her narrow snout toward you and gives a little nod, her bright eyes briefly visible under the shadow of her hat.

“Hey, gorgeous. Nice hat.” Twig complimented.

"Hey... New, are you?" She speaks with a hint of caution, but her tone is otherwise welcoming. "Hmm, stupid question. 'Course you are, I saw you sign in. Admittedly I'm not great with this meet and greet stuff, so how about exchanging names to start things off? You first."

“The name’s Twig, pecha blossom.” Twig winked while Caesar rolled his eyes.

“My name’s Caesar, Ms.” He greeted.

Upon receiving this response, she relaxes a little, folding her small arms across her chest. "Ahh, that's great. Yeah, when you said your name just then, it had that... that "zing". It means you're serious about this, yeah? As for me, my name's Teresa. I'm what you'd call a Guild Assistant, which makes me your Serperior."

“Kikikikikiki~!” Twig sniggered while Caesar squinted his eye a little at the pun.

She stares at you with a blank face for a moment, then giggles quietly. "You know, you don't have to be so polite. I don't really care about rank and file, but I do care about honesty. If I tell a joke and it sucks, feel free to roll your eyes." The pair of monkeys proceeded to roll their eyes, earning another chuckle from Teresa.

She extends one of her thin, green vines and nods, expecting a handshake even though she keeps her arms folded. "So what brings you here, anyway? You from out of town, or...?"

“Way out of town. Across the great mountains and deep oceans.” Twig said, waving his paw across the sky to emphasize the vastness of their supposed journey. Caesar however sighed.

“Our village is actually just a few days travel from here.”

Satisfied with your answer, Teresa nods and withdraws her vine. "Cool, cool... Well, whatever the case, you've got a name in mind for your group, right? I didn't get a chance to check your papers, but I do want to get more familiar with our rookie members when I have the time. I'm kinda new to this whole assistant thing, honestly."

“No problem, sweet leaves. We are the unstoppable Team Monkeybone. We’ll save the day, but we’ll make you laugh too.” Twig grinned proudly as he and Caesar slung their arms around each other’s shoulders while he pointed his tail thumb to them in addition.

A smile creeps over her narrow features when she hears the given name of your team, though it's ambiguous as to whether she found it inspiring or amusing for other reasons. "There's that "zing" again. Feels good to know we've got Pokémon like you joining our Guild. I guess Cassidy wasn't exaggerating when he said the standouts just keep pouring in. Just don't get cocky - confidence is good, but overconfidence in a dungeon is a quick way to get yourself in trouble, along with everyone else in your party." She taps the side of her snout, then clicks her tiny fingers as another question enters her mind. "Oh right, this is very important - why did you want to become an Explorer, hm? Just curious..."

“Well we’ve seen so many explorers since we hatched and we’ve always wanted to be like them. Getting in on the adventures and make a big bunch of guild buddies in the process.” Twig smiled.

“That’s right. I want to be much more than I am, which isn’t much.” Caesar said. “So me and Twig wanna leave our mark on the explorer’s guild and be known for the great things we’ve done.”

She listens patiently to the explanation, but as soon as you're done with the tale, she immediately begins speaking again, her words leaving her mouth more rapidly and urgently than before. "...Because ultimately, the people come first, yeah? There's lots of food in the dungeons, and materials for clothing and medicine! When we go out and find that stuff, it means everyone here gets to have dinner. I mean, you know that, obviously, but just don't forget!"

“Oh Twig’ll never forget the importance of food. We just escaped a raging Ursaring whom Twig was willing to steal his lunch from.”

“You know I can’t resist my nanabs!” Twig pouted.

Teresa sways her leaf-adorned tail from side to side and taps her foot, momentarily distracted by her own thoughts, a wanting grin plastered across her face. When she snaps back to reality, she lifts her snout into the air and clears her throat. "N-not to sound standoffish, but what exactly do you do, anyway? What skills or talents do you have to offer the Guild? Everyone's good at something, I think."

“Well I prefer to use my smarts to deal with the situation, but when the going gets tough I can power up with my Blaze to help get us out of a tight spot. I’m still not fully in control of it though so I might go a bit crazy when I use it. But don’t worry; Twig knows how to calm me down.” The Aipom patted him on the shoulder before he spoke.

“As for me, I’m quite the sneaky simian, since my Pickup can let me pinch items and treasure of any bad guys. If you need any retrieval missions done I’m your monkey. And with all the swiping I’ll be doing you won’t have to worry about, as you say, everyone getting dinner.”

Even before you've finished properly answering, Teresa clicks her fingers and purses her lips, as if hearing that mythical zing yet again. "I can just feel it, you do what you do and do it with everything you've got. 'Cause in this guild, when a giver gives, then the giver gets... gotten... gets give-- eh, well you get what you give, or something. Whatever, it's written down on that big plaque in the hall. Just do your best and come see me if you need any help."

“You hear that, Caesar?! We did it! We’re officially Explorers!”

“Kakakakakakaka!!” Caesar laughed happily.

“Kikikikikikiki!!” Twig laughed back before the pair leapt into the air, punching the air and high-fiving.

“WE’RE GONNA BE TEAM MONKEYBONE! SO ENEMIES BEWARE!!”

Sounding much more cheerful than when she'd first approached, she gives you a little wave and turns to immediately engage another group of recruits nearby, no doubt asking them similar questions. The life of a Guild Assistant must be a busy one.