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[nightyorb]

Hypothetically speaking, is it ever okay to steal a pokemon?

Unrelated second question -- what's a better name, Chief or Sarge?

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[mywayistheway]

[Well this is random.]

Depends on the motive and circumstances.

Though I don’t know why anyone would ever have need to. Pokémon seem plentiful here and they’re well taken care of from what I’ve seen.

[nightyorb]

Right. I should've told you about Team Rocket...

[mywayistheway]

Team Rocket?

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[heartofalioness]

[Allura's FIRST reaction is RIZ WHY! But... thinking about it, that doesn't seem like something he'd do out of the blue at all. So she's just... going to private this to not implicate him.]

If it were a case of abuse, or if it was a Pokemon that someone else stole that you are rescuing on behalf of the owners... then yes.

I assume that's the hypothetical case here?

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[nightyorb]

Is it really stealing if you are just taking back a pokemon that was stolen in the first place?

[That doesn't even have super much to do with this, just a general musing.]

Hypothetically speaking, what if you knew a pokemon was being neglected because its owners cared more about hurting each other than anything else?

[heartofalioness]

Only technically.

And how badly do you mean? Hypothetically?

[epitaffio]

I'm pretty sure it's a crime, if that's what you're asking.

Also, it's kinda hard to just pick a name without knowing what it's for.
I mean, how are you gonna know which one's more fitting?

[nightyorb]

Just cause it is a crime doesn't mean it isn't the right thing to do.

Okay, fair point.

[It takes a moment, but then Doppio will receive a picture of a Mabosstiff. The Mabosstiff in question still looks a bit wet, like he was just given a bath, and age seems to have made his face even droopier than your standard individual. His dark 'moustache' is even starting to show signs of greying.]

So, what do you think? Chief or Sarge? His face kind of reminds me of the kind of guys you see cast as chief of police in cop shows.

[You know, the older human or dwarf character, grumpy but fair, a father to his men. Also the character that gets shot in the third season cliffhanger when they need to boost the ratings a bit. Riz has seen enough cop shows to know the tropes!]

[epitaffio]

[Doppio may or may not be avoiding voicing his opinions on legality vs. morality. Skewed as his sense of right and wrong may be, he does have some awareness that there are things he can't say in civilian company.

But you know what's more important than morality? Cute dogs!]

Oh wow!
That's definitely a "Chief," if you ask me.

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[mamalike]

Well, really, I can't imagine there isn't a case for that. Just be careful, kid. I know firsthand you're a good sneak, but if you're planning anything, posting it here is a bit of a gamble.

Although I'd hope nobody would rat you out.

Can't say I'm a big fan of either of those names, though. But between the two? Chief.

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[nightyorb]

Really? I thought the names sounded cool. Like the grizzled old dude on a cop show.

And don't worry about it. I wouldn't post about something I'm planning. Not giving away your plans beforehand is like Rogue 101.

[chickenchoicejudy]

[Hm, Min-Gi sure made a face at his PokéGear and walked away. Time to log on and see what that was all about.]

I mean, probably? there's exceptions to everything, right?

[Like for example, winding up in a totally new world in Team Rocket Boot Camp and being told you had to steal pokemon or else. ...Not that it applies to anyone they know or anything.]

Chief and Sarge would both be wild names for a stolen pokemon though. yknow. ...since they're police ranks.

[nightyorb]

Like what though?

[Riz... might not consider that an exception. Though then again, he also super wouldn't blame the person. It's still doing a wrong thing, but for an understandable reason! The real villain here is capitalism Team Rocket.]

Good thing I definitely did not steal this pokemon.

[hottemper]

I'm not really sure. Maybe if the Pokemon was being hurt? But I can't think of too many reasons to steal a Pokemon.

What brought this kinda question on, anyway?

[nightyorb]

How about neglect? Just not paying the pokemon any attention cause they are too busy fighting with each other?

Hypothetically speaking, of course.

[sassymaru]

I am, as a detective, obligated to say "no".

However -

Why seems more pertinent at the moment.

[nightyorb]

But isn't it ever right for a detective to break the rules to save someone?

You don't need a reason to post a hypothetical. But also, I've got a new pokemon now. You should come meet him. You'd like him. He's a dog.

[nastyboy]

I hope so, or I believe I may have a problem, on account of having stolen approximately three.

[It's probably fine.]

[nightyorb]

That's a lot of stolen pokemon. What did you steal 'em for?

[Riz is absolutely a hypocrite being so suspicious right now, seeing as he just stole acquired a pokemon under slightly dubious circumstances himself.]

[rhythmaction]

chief. definitely chief

this is hypothetical, right?

[nightyorb]

Super hypothetical.

Except the name. That is completely un-hypothetical.

And chief, huh? What makes you say Chief over Sarge? I keep going back and forth between the two.

[singlespacedad]

[Siiiiiigh.]

Better question: did you steal it from someone who'll want it back?

[nightyorb]

It's like you don't have faith in my rogueing skills at all.

[and added after a moment.]

I also technically did not steal anything.

[islandshore]

Is the Pokémon being treated unethically?

Alternatively, did you get stuck with Team Rocket and now you gotta play by their rules?

If the former, go for it. Just don't let the cops catch you.

If the latter... just steal from people who deserve it and see if you can find a way outta that mess.

[nightyorb]

[Forget those other questions--]

Why would I ever play by Team Rocket's rules?