First… Glow? [Video]

[heartofalioness]

[So… you know Route 31, right? Nice quiet forest path, cute little pond, entrance to Dark Cave… way too many ledges?

A couple of days after the Snorunt leave their blessings (or “blessings,” in some cases…), the PokéGear feed will open up to… a yelp! A young, very feminine, oh-so dignified yelp, and a camera showing lots of rolling dirt, grass, trees, a rock or two, flashes of the winter noon sky, and occasionally a ball of pink coat and LONG moon white curls! (Hopefully no one in the audience has a fear of heights or vertigo.)

Thankfully, the fall only lasts a few seconds, and the audio of a groan after a few seconds lets everyone know both the PokéGear and its owner still function. Well, at least the camera does. The bad news… well, when Allura attempts to inspect device, everyone gets a good look at her mud-splattered face, AND at least three small branches jammed into her hair!]

Oh no, please don’t be broken!

Comments

[neverfinishanyth]

I'm not entirely sure, either? But you seem... somewhat familiar? Does the name Leonardo ring any bells?

[heartofalioness]

No--wait... [She vaguely remembers the name being tossed around in...] Were you... also captured by the Beheeyem in October?

[neverfinishanyth]

Oh! You mean the... ones with the odd dreams? I think I remember those, yes.

[heartofalioness]

Yes, exactly. I remember a gliding machine of some sort...

[neverfinishanyth]

Oh! Yes, my flying machine! What did you think of it? I think it could use some refinement, but to be honest, I'm still somewhat amazed we were able to make it work to begin with.

[heartofalioness]

Honestly? Quite impressive, especially since the materials constrained you from adding an engine to the craft itself. And very aesthetic.

[neverfinishanyth]

Yes, I am quite proud of how it looks, as well. If it is going to fly, it should look a little stylish while it does, I think.

[heartofalioness]

Indeed. Since we didn't have a chance for a proper introduction last time, I am Princess Allura of Altea.

[Not to be confused with the tiny port city in Alicante, Spain.]

[neverfinishanyth]

And I am Leonardo, of Vinci.

[Not to be confused with a ninja turtle.]

That icon was supposed to be a nice pleasant smile like this one, WOOPS

[heartofalioness]

[It's very unclear whether her humans would've mentioned TMNT or some off-brand version to her. ... Hopefully so, otherwise Pidge has failed as a nerd.]

Pleased to meet you properly, Leonardo.

[neverfinishanyth]

Likewise! I am not usually found in the company of princesses, would Allura be an acceptable method of addressing you?

[heartofalioness]

[A light nod of her head.]

Yes, it would be. Especially since I have no authority in this world.

[Or... in her own, since Altea was quite literally wiped off the map.]