victory_road | [Network 003]

[Prompto sits on a smooth patch of sand, a crystal blue flower tucked behind his ear as Pryna flounces about in the background, flower petals trailing behind her. Lux had made her a fresh crown today and she's been insistent on weaving some petals into Pryna's tail as well, clearly loving how the Eevee looked when adorned with fragrant blooms from the Litwick's little garden.]

So, we didn't win the Cute contest. But that's totally alright! Seriously, everyone was so good and their Pokemon were so adorable there's no way anyone could be upset about the outcome. Pryna and I sure aren't!

[He offers a gentle and heartfelt smile, honestly not upset about losing. The two of them had so much fun and he got the most adorable photos of her yet, not to mention some super stunning shots of his friends' acts. Prompto even managed a few pictures of most of the other acts, not wanting to miss a moment. He's hesitant to mention that though, unsure of how others will react to a stranger taking photographs of them and their Pokemon.]

I ... I did take a few shots of most of the other acts too. I-if anyone wants copies of their pictures just let me know? Sorry if that's like ... weird. Everyone was just so wonderful!

Uh, also we moved? Instead of me n' Iggy just kinda ... gettin' hotel rooms while we travel around, we've relocated to Olivine at Noct's ... request. [Insistence, really, but Prompto honestly wanted and needed to be close to both of his friends simultaneously and moving offered just that.]

So if you're around Olivine for a bit and wanna catch up, just shoot me a message!

[Pryna is very clearly tired of playing all by herself and has taken the opportunity to sneak up behind the unsuspecting blond, pouncing and knocking him off balance as he turns off the gear.

The video cuts out with Prompto's surprised squeal, Pryna's laughing trill, and the two of them toppling forward into the sand as residual petals from Pryna's latest flower crown fall around them.]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

Are you a hobby photographer then?

[Hello person she's never talked to. Cissnei's quite fond of photographs and couldn't help but want to ask him about it.

Flux the Raichu, with his rainbow bandanna around his neck, pops up from behind Cissnei hanging over her shoulder with a happy "Chu!" and a wave as his trainer reaches up to ruffle his ears.]

[Even knowing he definitely hasn't met everyone in this world, Prompto does not actually expect a stranger to respond. Which is kind of stupid, considering he basically advertised that he took pictures of strangers and their Pokemon during the competition.

He's taken a bit of time to play with Pryna, the Eevee happily resting on his shoulder now. Neither of them seem to care that both petals and sand are clinging to them in various patches, simply content to be resting.]

U-uh, I guess so? [Way to sound confident in his work.]

I mean -- I do it as a hobby right now but I'd really like to photography as a job one day. It's been my dream for a while. Are you a photographer too?

I've used a camera before but I wouldn't call myself a photographer.

[It was never her forte back with the Turks so she'd always left it to the ones more adapt at it when situations called for photography.]

Just curious, honestly. You could probably make quite the business for yourself just among all the people here from other worlds.

You really think so? I've just been going by word-of-mouth, sort of ... maybe I'll make a network video offering my photography services for people and for businesses!

[He is beaming as he talks, clearly excited at the prospect of finally making money by doing something he loves.

Because sure, his friends complimented his work and said they thought he could make something of it, but there's something different about hearing a total stranger who hasn't seen any of his pictures (that he's aware of) make a comment like that.]

Thanks for the vote of confidence! I-I'm Prompto. An' if you ever want any photos taken of you or of your Pokemon, let me know!

You should. I bet you'd get a lot of interested parties. People are pretty fond of their Pokemon and pictures are a great keepsake.

[Well aren't you just adorable?

Cissnei grins and Flux let's out another "Chu-Chuu!" on her shoulder.]

It's a pleasure to meet you, Prompto. I'mCissnei and this is Flux. And I definitely will. I have a few that would probably have a blast with something like that.

Hi Cissnei! It's nice to meet you too. And hi Flux! Aren't you the cutest lookin' Raichu?! [He really does find most Pokemon adorable (some of the bugs are still a little too ... bug-like, but he's started to love some of them too), and always lets them know. When their faces light up it's just so sweet and pure and he's all about bringing smiles to life.]

If you want we can set something up? I can go to you or, if you're close, you can come to Olivine and we can do the photos here.

[Holy shit he might be booking his first client! What even is life right now?!]

[Flux chirped happily and flicked his ears, bubbling over the compliment. Oh sir you are far too kind![

I'm actually in Kanto right now working on getting the rest of my badges but maybe we can work something out at the start of next month? I should be done here then I can come to Johto and we can meet in person.

[She smiles warmly as she speaks, reaching up to pet Flux who perks up in excitement.]

Y-you bet! Just shoot me a message whenever you're back in Johto and we can figure it all out.

[He gives a quick thumbs up and Pryna chirps from her spot on his shoulder, both of them saying the same thing at pretty much the same time.]

Good luck!

Good luck with your badges. I'm sure you'll do great!

That's awesome! Did you get any of Honky Tonk 'n me? I'm sure he'd really like to see them!

Oh, and I really liked Pryna too! Eevees are really cute, I loved the outfit you made for her!

Hey Kazuki! Yea, I got a bunch of you and Honky Tonk! How've you guys been? Last I saw you was for that music show you all put on, which was awesome.

And you two were fantastic too! It was really fun to watch your act.

[He scratches Pryna's ears, softly tracing a few of the petals of her current flower crown.]

I'm glad you liked our act! And honestly, Lux is the one who gets credit for Pryna's costume. She picked each flower herself and wove them all into place. She's even started a garden at our new home in Olivine!

I'm great! I've been in Saffron for the last month, and I'm headed off for Lavender Town tomorrow! I got a tip from a friend that I might be able to find some work there doing music. Like maybe for recordings or something! What've you been up to?

Gosh, everyone lives in Olivine! Ash told me he lives there too! Is it really that nice?

Oh that's so great to hear! I've honestly just kind of been travelling around with Ignis, until Noct convinced us to move to Olivine. So I've been settling in my new place, and my Pokemon are loving it here.

Dude, Ash lives like, right next to me! We're friends and now we're neighbors too! And yea, it is so nice here. We're close to the water and it's just ... peaceful.

Noct... Do you mean Noctis? The guy who won the Cool contest with his Popplio?

So that's the connection! That makes way more sense! I was starting to think it was a really crazy coincidence. But now I really have to come and check it out sometime!

[Network 003]

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]

no subject

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]

[Video]