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[styxiedust]

[Quite frankly, Botan is way too embarrassed to show her face for the post. She tries typing something long, then something medium, then all that comes out for a moment is:]

HELP.

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Sorry, Botan here--what I meant to write was I need some help.

Er.

Not quite sure how to phrase this, though. I have one breeder-specific question and one general question.

Do we have a Breeders Union? For trading around and borrowing Pokemon and such. If not, we should, I know there's a lot more of us around than before.

And in general, anybody out there interested in looking at some Pokemon up for adoption? I've been trying to hang onto these for my friends for [...] a bit, but I can't quite handle it anymore. I don't have the space and I don't do much traveling or battling, so I'm not serving them well enough as a trainer.

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Don't mind their levels, I really couldn't care less if you're some master trainer or not, as long as you're ready and willing to care for a displaced Pokemon.

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That's all, thanks

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[findingbeasts]

A breeder's union would be quite handy. I would be more than happy to help you organize such a thing.

And I would also be more than happy to take on a few of the Pokemon you are looking to rehome. I have more than enough space right now and always have Pokemon coming and going as it is.

[styxiedust]

I don't doubt that, Mr. Scamander, you've been quite generous with opening your home to Pokemon. Actually, it was you and Dr. Pines that made me think of it, he's borrowed my Ditto for some projects and I figured hey--Jirou likes being able to get out and socialize with other Pokemon, surely my others would too, there's also still some I haven't even seen yet. It's not a very good look for a shop owner to just up and leave for who knows how long, know what I mean?

Sorry, I run my mouth too much sometimes.

[findingbeasts]

There is no need to apologize at all, Miss Botan.

I know quite a few of my companions would love to get out and travel some so I could definitely contribute to a Breeder's Union! As I said, if you need help getting the foundation built I would be more than happy to help you gather up information on all the current breeders in this world and what Pokemon of theirs that are interested in taking part.

I believe I saw someone mention a breeder's convention down below. Has something of that nature happened before?

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[lordofthefries]

Hi Miss Botan!

[She's yelling into the gear because EXCITEMENT and reading drives her nuts so to hell with text.]

I could take a couple! I need to rebuild my roster and could use the help if they don't mind coming to live with me.

VOICE RIGHT BACK and also forever

[styxiedust]

Oh, eh--

[It's one of The Kids, Botan can respond back in kind.]

Of course, sweetie. I think any Pokemon would be lucky to have a trainer as energetic as you. Do you need help figuring out which type you'd want?

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[paladinlost]

If a Breeders' Union does exist, could you please suggest that they organize another breeder's convention? The previous one was a wonderful opportunity to be and sell eggs, but it was so long ago...

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[styxiedust]

[She's given it some time to calm her nerves and look Not Flustered enough, so Botan flicks on the video to respond.]

Convention? That's certainly something I could bring up. We're all usually so far apart, though, I wonder how we'd even put our heads together about something like that, video conference perhaps? Where was the convention held originally?

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[moneylogues]

hoooooly shit it's like you've been running a poke-orphanage

[styxiedust]

Well done, that's the most apt description I can think for it. [Though she usually wouldn't swear, sometimes it's needed.] And believe it or not that's not even the first time I ended up with a load of homeless Pokemon, except that time they were Phantump and I kept those.

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[meteorman]

I don't believe there is an official Union but there absolutely should be. Something like an inter-library loan system, except with Pokémon, where breeders can request to borrow from other breeders to expand their stock options.

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[styxiedust]

Actually, you're the inspiration for that, Dr. Pines! Jirou enjoyed being able to get out and about to meet new Pokemon, like I said to Mr. Scamander what the heck, I have a couple of other unique ones that might want to explore and meet new friends. There's some I haven't even seen yet myself that I'm sure others here have.

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[logical_lioness]

It's quite surprising that one doesn't exist yet, though perhaps there is a lot of bureaucratic red tape that has prevented its creation. Still, I think it's something worth pursuing, and it would be a great resource for breeders to learn from each other, as well as about different kinds of pokemon.

There also needs to be a registry, not only of current breeders but pokemon bloodlines. The entire breeding aspect isn't very well managed from a centralised point of view.

I'd be happy to assist you in caring for some of those pokemon though.

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[styxiedust]

[Gosh! This is a girl who uses her brain, quite a lot like Keiko in the straightforward thinking things through aspect.]

You're right, some of us don't keep track of lineages very well [mostly her. Okay, entirely her.], it's only by chance that I managed to keep some of my Pokemon's children, I wouldn't know where the others are now until encountering them again. I think since a lot of us are scattered most of the time and there hasn't been a real central hub specifically for breeders since the Johto branch of the breeding center shut down, it just hasn't come up. With the coming and going of other people sometimes it ends up falling on one single person to manage and that just can't be done, unless that person is very driven or very determined to wear themselves out.

[...Much like her in taking care of Pokemon.]

Whichever Pokemon you'd like, I'm sure they'd be pleased to travel with a smart young lady like yourself.

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[shiro2hero]

How about Voltorbs.




Tell me you'd take in Voltorbs.

[styxiedust]

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How do you mean? Like in a temporary for breeding sense or adoption sense?

Do you have a problem, Shiro?

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[toxicodendron_isley]

[Ivy remembers Botan. She bought her very handsome shiny Lapras from the woman.]

I agree with the statements above. A Union sounds like a wonderful idea with avenues we could explore.

Perhaps opening a forum to collect out thoughts and ideas, as well as a quick and easy means of contact should be our first step?

As for your overcrowding problem, I'm located in an area with a large amount of space and would be happy to take couple off your hands.

[styxiedust]

I agree, totally. Dr. Pines and I are tossing around the idea of a living document online that can be edited for and by different breeders.

We may, er, need to help some more technologically challenged breeders with that, however.

[As in Newt or a very young breeder.]

I appreciate it, dear. These Pokemon are quite energetic and deserve a big space to run around in.

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[thenightsky]

I'm not home at the moment but if you want to send Marlin to my PC, I can have someone in Olivine let him out so he can join the Squad.

[While normally he'd be excited at the prospect of adding to the Squad and taking on another of his favorite Pokemon...the past few days have kind of sucked. So please excused how tired he looks, Botan.]

I've got a few other Gyarados that were left with me by people that left so he'll have company in that sense.

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[styxiedust]

[A whole...squad? Botan doesn't doubt what Noct is saying or anything, but with a face like that--]

Of course, but are you in good health? You can't take care of one Gyarados, let alone multiple, if you're wearing yourself out.

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[guiltyeyes]

I'd love to see a Breeder's Union.

Not all of us have access to Pokemon with certain movesets or useful traits that would benefit the offspring. As a business tactic, I see being able to give, take, and share as an excellent means to network with one another! It may be a good idea to advertise one another too! If you need help running or forming it, I have a long history with managing business and even my own school at home!

On that note: I'm looking for some new Pokemon to train and take care of.

I'm kind of blessed to see a Doublade there since my Honedge found a new home with someone who felt it would have sentimental value to a friend. I don't have any Fire-types, so the Delphox would be excellent. Annnnd the stronger of the Spritzee if I can have that too.

This is awesome.

[styxiedust]

[Gosh, kids these days are so energetic and industrious! It's a nice change from the cynical malaise that youth in the 90s tended to have.]

We're discussing the idea of a 'gear-based document that any breeder can edit and any person can access, there's also the idea of a forum that would probably have to be 'gear-based considering our usual distance from each other. I'm happy to receive any input and ideas from breeders that are willing!

And, of course, these three would be honored to travel with an energetic young lady like yourself. [She thinks so, anyway, and if they're not they should be. Who wouldn't be happy to be around a cute, positive girl?]

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[bent_the_world]

Wow you have a whole lot of Pokemon, huh?

[styxiedust]

Yeah, that's the result of when you've got a taste for friends who cycle out of here, I suppose.




Sorry that was a little too sarcastic for my liking, point is yes. I have lots.

[alltoblame]

Some sort of collaboration between breeders would be helpful. For research if nothing else.

[styxiedust]

In retrospect, it's rather silly that I didn't ask about it sooner. I didn't realize there were so many other breeders now interested in the idea of a directory for us!

[Almost like she's been in Johto for upwards of five years or something.]

You're interested in research specifically? I don't suppose you've ever met with Dr. Pines or perhaps Newt Scamander?