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[lightningbearer]

Oh look, it's another... very off-center and somewhat awkwardly angled image. As is typical of pretty much any time Geddoe attempts to use his 'gear.

Actually, wait, on second thought, there appears to be a reason for that: the feed isn't centered on Geddoe's face because instead it's focused on his shoulder, where a now palm-sized Heliolisk and Raichu are both perched. And looking kind of pleased about it, to be quite honest.

"Something weird going on for anyone else?"

Please tell him it's not just him.

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[lightningbearer]

"People have wars over less."

Far, far less.

"Why just make assumptions, though? There's people here who've been here long enough to meet some of those legendary Pokémon. If you want to know what they think, get information before jumping to conclusions."

Honestly, Geddoe doesn't particularly care about the matter. But he also doesn't see any point in continuing to debate hypotheticals when he knows there's more information to be had.

[lorentzforcego]

Quite true.

[He tilts his head.]

I'm simply curious, is all. I do apologize if I've offend you in any manner. It wasn't my intention to do so or to jump to conclusions. Moreso just to bounce thoughts and ideas off of someone.

[lightningbearer]

Geddoe just shakes his head a bit.

"You're just jumping to conclusions too quickly. If you try to gather information with too much of an outcome in mind, you're likely to miss things, especially if they don't seem to agree with it. Ask questions first, then make conclusions."

He'd frankly be quite pleased if someone figured out the whole matter of how and why people wind up here. He just has some doubts about the 'whims of a Pokégod' theory and if it is true is none too keen on dealing directly with that nonsense himself.

One godlike being messing directly with his life is already more than enough.

[lorentzforcego]

[Honestly, the one theory he thinks fits is that this is some strange form of afterlife considering both he and his boss died before waking up here. A simulation isn't out of the question though.]

Oh, of course! I'm open to all ideas. I've simply found, in my world whether it be works of fiction or otherwise, people are more receptive to the prospect of world hopping if a deity is behind it rather than a human.

[lightningbearer]

Ah, now there's the disconnect: being from a world where magic that can open portals between worlds to summon monsters exists, to Geddoe the idea of a rogue mage is actually the more believable and logical explanation.

"I'm guessing your world doesn't have magic either, like this one?"

[lorentzforcego]

It does not. Magic is a work of fiction. The technology is very similar although the teleportation is new. Now that is impressive.

[lightningbearer]

"Almost like magic?"

Total deadpan delivery, there.

[lorentzforcego]

...

[Monsoon smirks.]

If you want to get technical, yes. I suppose like magic.

[lightningbearer]

Excellent, someone who gets his dry sense of humor.

"Different worlds work differently, anyway. Not just whether there's magic or not. If we want to find out what's going on here, we need to know how this world works."

[lorentzforcego]

[He's used to all sorts.]

Of course. From our talk alone and the information you've given me, it seems as if this place runs on a mix of magic and technology. Something I've only seen happen in fiction. Still, it is quite impressive to see in person.

Do you know if there are many books on the subject or on the origin of this world? Or is it mostly word of mouth?

[lightningbearer]

"Probably."

Geddoe hasn't looked into the topic much, but he does pay attention to what he hears other people talking about.

"The really old stuff is most likely just legends, though."

[lorentzforcego]

Hmm. I see. I suppose I'll actually need to start traveling and look at what the different cities have to offer as far as stories and libraries go...

[lightningbearer]

"Pretty sure there's people who already research that stuff, if you ask around."

It's not his interest area, but despite appearances he does pay attention to what gets posted about on the network. One never knows what information may come in handy!

[lorentzforcego]

Where's the fun in just asking around though?

[lightningbearer]

Geddoe just raises an eyebrow.

"You'd rather do things the hard way?"

[lorentzforcego]

Maybe at first. I'm a patient man. I enjoy reading and learning through media.

[lightningbearer]

"If you say so."

Look, it's not Geddoe's problem if someone else wants to make things more difficult than necessary. Not unless it directly impacts him, of course.

[lorentzforcego]

If I find out anything new and exciting, I'll let you know.

[lightningbearer]

"All right."

It's not particularly a major interest area of Geddoe's, but who's he to turn down an offer of information?

"I've heard some of the people who've been stuck here a long time have met some of the legendary Pokémon, if that's someplace you wanna start."

He also knows that it's usually best to offer at least something in exchange. Goodwill makes for good informants.

[lorentzforcego]

[It's mutually beneficial, clearly. A win-win situation for them both.]

Oh, that is quite fascinating. I do believe I'll start there. Thank you for the information!

[lightningbearer]

There are two secrets to Geddoe's success as a mercenary: one is that he's really freaking old and therefore knows things. The other is that he's good at making and maintaining contacts and informants to stay on top of the latest goings-on.

"You're welcome."