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[seeingeyesteward]

(Video, Network Post)

[The video opens to Ignis seated in what appears to be in a hotel location. His hair, while still neat, is hardly styled, falling across his forehead. He looks a bit more tired than usual and seems to be fumbling a little with the gear to get it set right.]

I apologize for my appearance. I just woke from ... an unpleasant dream. I can't recall.. It doesn't matter. I saw a few concerned messages on the network in regards to a Pokemon peering into the windows when they awoke. I want to report the same occurrence tonight.

[Something nudges up under him arm then a white Vulpix is climbing onto his lap. He rests a hand gently on her head to ruffle the fluffy curls there.]

Has anyone attempted to approach? Earlier today my Pidgeot attempted to accost a Phantump to less than pleasant results for him...

[Namely, Ravioli plowed head first into the ground after diving at a Phantump who teleported away.]

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Open, Sprout Tower. Tourists on Parade.



It was most likely due to living in a decade of darkness and terror. He was glad to have the sunlight on his back and a friend at his side as they walked towards their current destination for photographs.. The Sprout Tower.

On an honest level Ignis hardly cared about the particular landmarks as he doubted he would remember them anyway. He also was never one for enjoying locations for what they were because he was too busy worrying about the future. But, on an equal level of honesty and forthrightness in his mind... It was nice. He could continue the charade that everything was okay for awhile and that this would be a fond memory that would cut through the darkness that was life at the moment.

And Dahlia looked so delighted running ahead. She was happier without having to babysit Pimpkaboo though had been sad without seeing Puff Trouble for a few days. It was good to distract her. Oleander was at his new usual place on Ignis's shoulders and next to him was Cid.

Cid the Pancham had made it clear that he also wanted to tour and he wasn't going to take no for an answer. He had that stern look his namesake always had when demanding something so Ignis was glad to allow it. Prompto had wanted to see the sights as well. Why not really?

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[cyan_maid]

[Though he can't see it, Ignis is getting a response from a similarly sleepy-looking young lady. She doesn't even bother to put her glasses on correctly, letting them stay perched on her head as she rubs at one eye.]

I'm not sure about dreams? I can't remember any of mine lately, just...kind of a gross feeling afterwards. But I've...[A pause as she yawns.] I saw one of the little tree ghosts a couple of nights ago...coming home from the Pokemon Center...I got such a shiver on my back, and when I turned around it was floating away. So, um...maybe they're being nosy and checking folks out? Last year, Mimikyu started appearing everywhere, and I made friends with one, but this feels different...

[There's a chirp of Kyu! from behind Jane as Ribbon the Mimikyu reaches out a little clawed hand to help pull her up so she can see out the window. She might've spotted one of the stalkers...]

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[seeingeyesteward]

I do find not remembering them unusual, for me at least. I often remember my dreams because they are usuaully recurrent but I wake feeling drained and with no memory of them.

[Having a decade of the same nightmare meant it was cemented rather well into his head but now he only felt that he had a bad dream, not what it was specifically.

Luna chirps back at the Kyu, turning her head to look at the gear.]

What happened with the Mimikyu..?

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[cyan_maid]

[Oh, that's...interesting.]

They started swarming around in unusual places. In alleys, under porches, basically anyplace they could swarm. This was before we could even tell what they were, too. After a while, they settled permanently, and a lot of other new Pokemon showed up to live in the area as well. Though...I don't know if the same thing is going to happen now.

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[timelesschampion]

[Hey, it's this guy.

Link had been making his way to Lavender Town and it was..slow going because of how tired he'd been. The Drowzees had just not relented at all and he'd been having issues with Phantumps as well.

Tons of fun. Really.

He's seated on a log when he replies, Gem resting on his shoulder while Pumpkin the Floatzel sits with his head resting on Link's legs, dozing lightly.]

Link says we've had the same problem. We can't get close to any of the ghosts! And the Drowzees keep coming at night. Link hasn't been sleeping well.

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[seeingeyesteward]

I'm not surprised. We haven't been sleeping the best either, myself and my traveling companion. My Pidgeot is nursing quite an injury at the Pokemon center but should be well enough soon.

[So no more attacking Phantumps. And the Drowzees would be approached with equal caution.]

Unfortunately, it seems that its our deep sleep that is being interrupted. I expect many people will be exhausted for the remainder of this migration.

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[freckledfocus]

[Hearing Iggy talk into his gear, Prompto looks up from where he was sitting as he finagled with his own gear. He's trying to go through his pictures to remove the less-good ones so he can make room for new ones, but his eyes would just not stay open.

Gods, he's so tired.

But he can't deny his curiosity so, with Pryna on his shoulder, Prompto shuffles over to stand off to Iggy's side and chime in.]

I tried getting a picture of one of the Drowzees, but by the time I got close enough it ran off. I was hopin' we'd sleep better when it left but that didn't happen. How long has this been going on with you?

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[brokencode]

[Angel's feed clicks on, adding to the parade of sleepy faces. Her normally haggard face looked all the more more worn, and the dark circles under her eyes seemed to have deepened over the past week.]

I... admittedly have not been keeping tabs on the network. Do you mean to say that this has been a common occurrence?

[Bad dreams were normal for her. She figured she had a bad run of it over the past few days.]

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[seeingeyesteward]

Admittedly, they were normal for Ignis as well. It was regrettable Oleander was sleeping at the moment, as he would have offered some condolence on how sleeplessness was clearly wearing on her.

Her voice would be enough though, the tone clear.

You have been working through the loss of a friend, it is understandable. From my understanding, I am not the only one. I have seen many others mentioning trouble sleeping and strange Pokemon encounters. Ms. Crocker noted that last year there was an influx of Mimikyu, so perhaps it is another migratory pattern.

[brokencode]

[She winced at the man's words. She hated the idea of being so caught up in her grief that she missed important things happening. It certainly wasn't the first time that she felt as if she were emotionally neglecting those she cared about, either.]

I don't remember the Mimikyu having such a dreadful effect on people though. Or why any creature would want to do that to us.

[Logically, she knew that not every Pokemon would be as friendly as her own party seemed to be. But there seemed to be a very distinct line between the occasional maliciousness of a handful of creatures, and the sort of animosity that might drive an entire migratory group to cause nightmares en-masse.]

I hope nothing is amiss out there...

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[charcoalfeather]

[Rakka's the latest face to pop onto the feed, looking at least as tired as the next person. She opens her mouth to speak... only for a yawn to slip out. The espurr in her lap can only look up at her with wide, confused eyes. Or, maybe she was worried. It's hard to tell.]

Phantump? You mean... there's been Phantump sightings along with the Drowzee? I thought it was only those...

[Those weird little guys that climb to her bedroom window...]

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[seeingeyesteward]

[Its okay, Espurrs seem to have a very narrow range of expressions. Ignis had experience with that.]

Here and there. I encountered one and it didn't seem aggressive or even interested in interaction. My Pidgeot... attempted but failed to say the least.

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[charcoalfeather]

[She's had this Espurr for a long time, and she still has trouble figuring out just what Bright is feeling sometimes.]

Oh... [She winces a bit, for his Pidgeot.] I'm sorry? Sometimes they like to keep to themselves, but other times...

[Looks down, looks back up.]

I, uh, found this one literally climbing on me when I came out of some tall grass.

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[paladinlost]

...It's so strange. When Phantumps last visited us in such large numbers, they were not nearly so...

[Odd? Shy? Creepy? He doesn't finish the thought.]

I asked my Trevenant to attempt contact, but even he could not approach them successfully.

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[seeingeyesteward]

Whatever mission they appear to be on thus far seems hardly intrusive.. just strange. If I notice an escalation I will be glad to post about it.

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[paladinlost]

Do be careful. They might not be causing terrible fog, possessing bodies or stealing souls at the moment, but swarms of Ghost-types are rarely good news.

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[anexcitableboy]

Bad dreams seem to be going around. I couldn't tell ya what the hell I been dreaming about, but it ain't good.

Ain't seen no Pokemon at my windows, either, but I haven't been looking.

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[seeingeyesteward]

If you do it seems advisable to not interact with them.

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[anexcitableboy]

Why, they mean or something?

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[overtwohundred]

Your Pidgeot sounds like a dumbass.

[ ... sorry, Ignis. ]

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[seeingeyesteward]

[Wow. Well.. actually.]

I was thinking more arrogant but close enough. It teleported before he could hit. It was unfortunate and he has thoroughly learned his lesson..

He does enjoy his fighting a little too much.

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[overtwohundred]

Pfffft! That's why I don't go for those squishy birds. You should get somethin' sturdier.

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[pipers_son]

[Joker looks a little exhausted himself, but hey- he's working on keeping the carnival going. And a double life. Things always pick up around this month, don't they?]

Ah, a few of mine have been curious, but... Well, no luck there. Too quick, I think.

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[seeingeyesteward]

They truly are. I've decided to observe where I can but otherwise allow them to do whatever it is they desire. So long as it isn't harming anyone.

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[freckledfocus]

Prompto can't contain himself. There are so many things to take pictures of! His newest additions are the cutest things he's ever seen, second only to Pryna because nothing can replace her in his heart.

The sun is shining, Pryna is playing tag with Fulgur and Kirby, and Dahlia is practically giggling as she runs around. Ignis looks calm ... er, less tense and Olly and Cid both look completely at ease on Iggy's shoulders. Compared to his last nightmare, both in reality and the one he had last night, this is ... this is heaven. And he wants to remember it forever.

"Iggy, stop here for a sec. The lighting's great and I gotta get a pic of this. Just stay there and I'll get the others, okay?"

Prompto's grinning as he chases after his Eevee, his newly acquired Pachirisu and Hoppip, and Iggy's Audino. Pryna, Fulgur, and Dahlia come back to where Ignis waits though the Hoppip is a little reluctant to stop his play. He's gripped the grass with his feet and only the bribe of a sweet berry gets him to loosen his hold enough so that Prompto can scoop him up into his arms. Rustling the leaves on Kirby's head, Prompto gently chides the pink Pokemon.

"You little rascal. I just want a picture of everyone then you can go back to playing, okay? I'll see if I can get one of Iggy's home-made Poffins for you if you stay still for the picture."

His voice trills a little on the last word, excitement plain as day. Making his way back to Ignis, who is now completely covered and surrounded by Pokemon (Pryna has hopped up onto Iggy's other shoulder, Cid is standing close to one leg, and Fulgur has latched on to his other leg. Prompto can't help the laughter that escapes him as he approaches and places Kirby in Iggy's currently empty arms.

"Now this is a moment worth remembering. Everybody smile!"

He holds up his gear and snaps the shot, smiling brighter than the sun all the while.

[seeingeyesteward]

Ignis wasn't sure if Prompto realized how heavy these Pokemon could get as his shoulders are.. burdened with more creatures. He accepts it easily enough though, having become used to Oleander's presence.

Cid cross his arms, rolling his eyes at the whole thing. Really? They were doing group photos? This kid was weird, it wasn't like they needed photos of--

Dahlia nudges him, pushing his head gently before smiling bright into the camera. Cid sighs and then grins, somehow still looking angry. They could be walking around right now!

And once the photo was snapped he starts towards the tower again, waving for them to hurry it up.

Ignis patted Kirby gently on the head, rustling the leaves as he moves towards Prompto.

"Is the gear working well for you, in regards to taking photos?"