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[goingbythebook]

[The feed doesn't take long to focus. It's a little shakey at first but then levels out, and a kid with white hair and a Ranger outfit steps back. He's muttering to himself that it "seems like it's working" and then, once the focus kicks in, he clears his throat.]

Ah, Huey Duck here, trainer ID [Number]. Transmitting from New Bark Town. I am a fresh arrival, and this is a call for assistance by anyone more experienced at being here than I am.

[There. With the business up front and out of the way, he can get on with the rest of the message now.]

I arrived not too long ago and, as I understand many others have, I have acquired a PokeGear and a Pokemon. [He leans and adjusts the feed until it shows a Castform, spinning happily nearby, more concerned with what seems to be watching the clouds than anything else.] As it seems to resemble a water molecule, I have currently nicknamed it Cavendish.

[A little chuckle at his own joke, then it petered off and he cleared his throat, setting the PokeGear back where it was.]

I must confess I am quite... well, not exactly out of my element, finding new worlds and monsters is all part and parcel of being part of the adventuring family I am. Even if it does come with... [And he looked at his hand, flipping it over and wagging his fingers.] ...strange transformations.

[Then he shook his head and looked back at the camera.]

But I do feel a little over my head. So, if anyone out there has any advice, I am- more! -than willing to listen. After all, Junior Woodchuck Guidebook rule number two states, "All Junior Woodchucks must be open to the unknown in their quest for truth."

[Here his business attitude drops a bit, as he taps his forefingers together, looking off; likely watching Cavendish just off-screen.]

Even when the unknown is... like this.

[He looked back and leaned to cut the feed, though not without a-]

Huey Duck, initial transmission complete.

[And off.]

Comments

[goingbythebook]

I know I certainly have been. Calling it a "battle" connotates something more than a sparring match, at least when you take it at face value. But it's a sport, one with elements of choice and tactics.

[He's not the best at sports, but tactics he can do. Maybe he doesn't see all the angles as well as his brother does, but he's no slouch either.]

Thank you for taking the time to show me it all in more depth. I really appreciate it.

[nastyboy]

It was no trouble at all. We were only doing what we were going to do anyway.

[Adjusting Galloway into the crook of one arm, Dimitri picks up the Gear and straightens up.]

You may be interested in a school in Violet City, which is over a week's journey from where you are now - at least if you travel on foot. It goes into the basics of battling, so you can ask the teachers there for more.

Of course, I am always available for discussing training and battling, if you are ever interested.

[goingbythebook]

[To say Huey was interested would be an understatement; his eyebrows nearly flew off his head at that information.]

Really. I'll have to ask Louie about it. Thank you again, for the tip! And any future ones you give me too.

Maybe someday, once I'm better practiced, you and I can have a match between us. It should be enlightening and fun!

[nastyboy]

Of course. I will look forward to it. I actually have a wide range of experience amongst all of my companions... So whenever you are ready, I will gladly meet your challenge.

Will you be fine, over in New Bark, or is there anything you need assistance with?

[goingbythebook]

Excellent. I look forward to it!

And as to your other inquiry, I should be just fine. My brother is here in this world too, and should be meeting me around here sometime today.

[nastyboy]

That is good to hear. As wonderful as this place can be, it can be rather overwhelming initially.

[Dimitri knows, because his brain's reaction was to just dissociate for like three days.]

If your brother is here, then the two of you should be just fine together. Still, if you are ever in any need of assistance, or have a question... Please don't be afraid to contact me.