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VIDEO : NEW BARK TOWN, THE NIGHT OF JANUARY 3RD

[ She's not looking at the camera at first, instead glancing away while she tries to steel herself. It's not that this is a big deal or anything, just... announcing her presence to the world over the internet. Hah. It doesn't last for long though before she looks almost bored at her invisible audience, chin in hand as she leans on the table. ]

I suppose you could say this is one way to start the new year. Or somebody decided I need to take "new year, new me" for more seriously than I ever have. Who knows?
[ A sentiment she's sure others here definitely share, but does it truly matter? ]

... So does everyone get a tiny unicorn- [ And it's here that a little Galarian ponyta manages to get her head on screen, peeking up curiously- ] or what?

[ Not what she actually intended on asking, but she actually does know the answer: No, people have different creatures from what she's seen in her arrival. This is just a wide net to find out what more to expect, really. Besides, if they want 'vulnerability', they'll have to pay her money. ]

ACTION : ROUTE 29, MORNING OF JANUARY 4TH

[ It's very quickly occurred to her to change into the heavier of the dresses packed, but the cold still bites. Her purple shawl draped over it does little to help, but it makes her feel better at least? Amalthea is in her pokéball, attached at her hip. Her bag is full. The map is in a pocket (and holy shit this dress has POCKETS!!) and the PokéGear in the other. As much as she hates the cold, the idea of staying in this stagnant little town feels even worse to be honest.

So she goes, a splash of pink against the white snow and dark brown bark. Definitely not going to be getting much attention like this! Internally she's already debating on whether she should risk pushing through the night to the town or not. Maybe some company will make this bitter start a bit better. Maybe not. ]

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A pleasure to meet you then Jinx!

...Oh yes this is one of the worst possible moments of the year to be arriving...

...Truthfully there are woefully few options- any local settlements equipped with proper camping supplies are a few days walking distance from where you likely are.

Yeah, no kidding.

[ Ooh. Cranky. ]

That seems poorly thought out, if 'new arrivals' are so consistent and constant as it seems to be. And it's especially stupid because I'm pretty dang sure it was spring back home!

I don't imagine much is planned at all! Though one would think that those within New Bark would have begun to set up some sort of resource for such situations by now.

Perhaps someone ought set up shelters along the routes ahead...

[It sounds like he's seriously considering doing that!]

Regardless, perhaps I could lend you a proper tent for the time being. Items are far easier to send across to others in this place compared to the manner in my homeland, and a tent fitted with a wood stove would certainly do one well in this weather I suspect!

I'm starting to realize that. I guess I thought with how prevalent this... scenario seems to be, it'd be more... structured?

[ She's incredibly unsure as to why she ever thought something like that, aside from her own desire for control and structure. But she's quickly overtaken by shock at the idea- ]

You can do that? I thought magic was gone--

Hm? Oh, goodness no not with magic. It would be by mail; pidgey mail is remarkably quick you see. I'm not certain what sort of power enables it, but most pokemon granted flight in this place are quite capable of crossing the distances between most cities and towns here in a matter of hours.

[ She tries hard to hide her disappointment- for just a moment, she'd hoped to get something back. ]

Oh- I see. ... If it's not too much trouble, I appreciate the offer a lot. Would it be too much to ask to get it tonight? I do understand if it's not a good time.

[ And she does, really. The gratitude is sincere, for all her attitude towards others- even without the knowledge that being polite can get you what you want. But the sooner she can get to something more familiar, and with a guarantee of warmth against the harsh winter, the better. ]

I'll mail it posthaste! With any fortune it'll certainly arrive that soon, but to be safe, I suggest asking the professor who lives in that town if you might stay the night. I once did similar, so I'm certain he'll be understanding! For that matter, he may be able to give some additional travelling advice.

[The tent will be plenty worth it too. For that matter, Jonathan has the foresight to include some fuel...and a cot. Sleeping on the ground even in a tent sucks!]

[ Man, she didn't even think of that- goes to show you how trusting she is. ]

Oh, that makes sense.

[ Jinx sits there for a moment, unsure of what to say while Amalthea nudges her- one might be able to see her the top of her head poke up from the countertop when she does so, as well as how happy she is to be rewarded with pets for her concern. ]

Thank you. This would be so much worse without your help.

It is the least that I can do! Do let me know if it arrives any later than that however- I would hate for unforeseen delays to leave you even more stranded!

I will. Is- Is there anything I can do to make up for it?

[ I'm sorry Johnathan she's from a 'would rather die than owe someone' culture. ]

You need not worry about any debts, I assure you- all that I ask is that I be able to ultimately retrieve the tent in good condition once you've obtained something of your own- while I certainly intend to settle into a house, there may yet be a time in the future when I wish to camp once again!

Oh, yeah, of course! Will the first town have any available? I'd hate to keep yours for too long.

[ On the map, the next town looks... pretty tiny, honestly. She's not sure what to expect. (Leave her alone she's a big city girl-) ]

I certainly hope so! It's where I purchased my own tent after all. You may need to find some method of procuring the funds necessary, but it should help to display your trainer or breeder identification depending on which you have. I find that rather often, it results in a sympathetic discount.

[Which, he felt bad taking advantage of, but also he had to eat.]

I remember seeing something about discounts mentioned in that guidebook... Or is this something different?

[ Either way, the less she has to spend, the better. Something tells her her usual method of getting things won't fly well here, even without superpowered teen vigilantes. ]

I believe it may simply be a personal matter to the shopkeeper- the tents seemed rather costly you see, and would have taken a good amount of time to earn the funds for...but between the weather and our own occupations, some sort of housing was vital after all.

Oh, that makes sense...

[ With the assurance of assistance, and the late hour, Jinx gives one last small but sincere smile. ]

Thank you for everything. I'll get it back to you as soon as possible.

Edited 2021-01-19 23:14 (UTC)

I look forward to it! Take care now.

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it's basically a large version of the swsh tents haha (large bc....jojo is 6'5'' pffff).

oh dang thank u jojo u always were my favorite jojo

he's the goodest jojo...

he really is!!

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i call it the 'i'm sorry narration but working a month for a fair tent is Bad' discount-

when u right, u right (good place to end?)

Sounds good!