Mission 002 [Video]: Allowance Problems

[yoyoboy]

So... I got an invite about this "Pokemon Prom" thing and I managed to snag an outfit from a store right here in Violet City for the event.

[He then shows the said outfit to the camera as it is hanging on the hanger he was holding.]

And unfortunately, I spent my whole allowance on that outfit. Yeah, it costs a lot, but I had to because it only allows anyone wearing a tuxedo or something!

[Tony groans in dismay, now wondering what he will do now that he's short on cash.]

I know I will earn some money from any Pokemon battles I've won, but is there any way I earn more after the prom?

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[dreamsofahero]

Defeating gym leaders earns you quite a bit more than battling regular trainers, but aside from that, you can get part-time work at the various businesses in most towns.

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[yoyoboy]

Really? I can get more money if I beat the gym leader?!

[He is in Violet City right now where the Pokemon gym is, which is his original goal after all.]

Cool! I'll go there and battle right now.

[Uh oh... Someone stop him!]

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[dreamsofahero]

If you win. And the leaders are generally quite a bit more challenging than the trainers you may have fought on the routes and around town. You should make sure you know what you're up against and that your party's ready for it, first.

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[yoyoboy]

Oh, okay...

[Guess battling the gym leader without any training is out of the question now.]

You said something about part-time jobs, right? Can they even accept me into the job?

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[dreamsofahero]

Probably. I believe for minors they simply only offer limited hours.

*something about child labor and all*

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[yoyoboy]

Well, as long they give me some enough cash for me on the road, it's better than nothing.

[Plus, he might able to brag to Lee that he got a job at the age of 11.]

Although, is there a catch to this?

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[dreamsofahero]

Not so far as I'm aware? What sort of catch do you think there'd be?

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[yoyoboy]

I don't know. Contracts or stuff?

I really don't want any trouble, so I planning to get one right after the prom.

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[dreamsofahero]

Ah, most places are quite used to the fact that trainers travel quite a bit and don't have time for anything elaborate, so you shouldn't have problems with that. Just make sure to give sufficient notice before you leave.

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[yoyoboy]

Well, at least that's one less problem down. But... "Suffi-sent notice"?

[Yeah, he's not good with big words. Sorry about that.]

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[dreamsofahero]

Tell them in advance before you leave, ideally a week or so, if possible.

*don't worry, Sion's patient!*

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[yoyoboy]

Oh, I think I get it now. Thanks, Mr...

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[dreamsofahero]

Ah, my name's Sion. Sion Astal.

And you're quite welcome.

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[yoyoboy]

I'm Tony Clark and...

Are you planning to go to this Pokemon Prom as well?

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[dreamsofahero]

A pleasure to meet you.

And of course. I wouldn't want to miss the chance to see Tohjo Falls again, after all.

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[yoyoboy]

Well, I don't want to miss out on the buffet and music!

In fact, my Pokemon are very excited about it right now.

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[dreamsofahero]

Well, then I hope you enjoy yourself there.

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[yoyoboy]

Okay.

Also, I might able to see you soon there as well!

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[dreamsofahero]

Of course.

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[yoyoboy]

Okay! See ya then!

[rambling_runner]

Shit, it's formal dress only? [ :C that sucks! ] But man, that's a sweet looking suit you got!

But like, if you're looking for money then you can pick up a job around here; seems like they don't care how old you are, long as you can do the work. [ What are child labour laws ]

[yoyoboy]

I did find it by a clothing boutique here. Besides, I rather spent almost all of my allowance rather than being left out.

And I see. I found some part-time jobs in this city. Might as well take them to the prom.

[rambling_runner]

[ Ash would rather steal it than spend all his cash but he can hear his Dad lecturing him on that already, so he's not gonna encourage Tony ]

Yeah, it's easy enough work. And the economy here is like...really, really good. You'll be able to save up some cash in no time!

[yoyoboy]

Well, that's good news. I hope I can start work after the prom then.

[Not to mention training his Pokemon on a nearby route for a Gym Battle.]

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[veggie_vamp]

Oh, that's so easy - catch a Meowth!

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[yoyoboy]

A... Meowth?

How can a Pokemon help me earn more money?

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[veggie_vamp]

It knows a move called Pay Day! It gets you way more money in battle!

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[yoyoboy]

Wow. Really?

But... Where do I get one?

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[veggie_vamp]

In Goldenrod, they hang out in the alleys!

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[yoyoboy]

Great...

Except I'm not in Goldenrod.

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[veggie_vamp]

Um... How far away are you?

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[yoyoboy]

Violet City. Sorry...

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[veggie_vamp]

Okay! Then after Prom, I'll catch a Meowth, and have my Honckrow deliver it!

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[yoyoboy]

Really?! Thanks!

[Looks like he found an alternate mean of earning more money! Also after the Prom, he might not able to go anywhere from Violet City, so it might be good for him to wait until her Pokemon arrives.]

Umm... Might I have your name, Ms.?

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[veggie_vamp]

I'm Draculaura! Totes nice to meet you!

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[yoyoboy]

Nice to meet you, too!

I'm Tony Clark! Are you going to the prom as well?

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[veggie_vamp]

Of course! I wouldn't miss it for the world!

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[yoyoboy]

I really can say the same! Maybe we can meet each other there at the prom?

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[veggie_vamp]

That'd be perfect! I'll save you a dance!

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[yoyoboy]

I can't wait!

[For the prom or dancing with a girl?

Regardless, he knows this will be the best prom ever!]