Thread: Pokemon: A Trainer's Crutch (LilGunner/BennyQ)

Kaya Murasakino still hadn't decided if she wanted to head into the Johto region or not. She had spent all of her years, the last seven, strictly in Kanto. She was only missing the Earth badge to be able to make her journey up to the Indigo Plateau. Kaya wanted to face the league so badly but the leader of the Viridian City gym was never there! No one seemed to know who it was or where the hell they were constantly. It was infuriating. Kaya traveled all over Kanto, visiting several places many times but never caught the Viridian gym leader. As time passed and never getting the final badge she had started to wonder if it was even worth it. She wasn't too old but as she approached her mid twenties she needed something else. Either make her way to Johto or settle somewhere in Kanto and do...something. With no real path she finally chose to head to Johto to try her luck with that league. She had to pass through Silver City and, per habit, she stopped by the Pokemon center there. Such a small town it was quiet. Nurse joy was cheery and pleasant as usual. Kaya turned over her Pokemon, though they didn't really need treatment, and settled down in the waiting room. There a poster caught her eye. A caretaker for pokemon at a ranch...near Mt. Silver? That was odd, she didn't even know there was a ranch up there. A dangerous place for a ranch. It was wild territory with strong Pokemon roaming the wilds. This Ayden must be kind of crazy putting a ranch up there. Still it was something and it was only a half day ride to Viridian City. She could keep dogging that gym until its stupid leader, whoever the hell they were, decided to show up. Maybe this wasn't a totally crazy idea. She would much prefer to finish out league matches in Kanto before leaving for Johto anyways. Besides the fact her Pokemon might love some time to run about totally free at a ranch. She didn't have many, not even in storage, choosing to be selective and focus her attentions on a few rather than try and raise a lot of them. Hey...Nurse Joy... she said as she turned to the counter with the pamphlet in hand. Do you know this place...? Her choice was made, the dice were cast. Good luck! I will call Mr. Durov to let him know to expect you! Nurse Joy truly embodied her name. Kaya waved a farewell and thanks to the pink haired woman as she left the center. It would be a long walk and possibly a dangerous walk. Kaya lifted up her demur, sandy colored turtleneck to reveal her belt with six pokeballs. Rapidash, Fearow, Butterfree, and Pikachu were released from their balls. Ok guys we have a bit of a hike and it's kind of dangerous. So stay alert. Fearow and Butterfree fly above up and keep an eye out for any trouble. Kaya hopped up onto Rapidash's back after a kindly pet. Ever since she evolved Kaya rarely traveled long distance on foot. Hell she preferred to keep her Pokemon out of possible. Lapras wouldn't do so well on dry land and Gloom...well Gloom had been a little odd lately. He wouldn't stop release noxious gasses. All the nurses said he wasn't ill and Kaya couldn't figure out why Gloom was behaving so badly. She could have chosen to evolve him but the last thing she needed was a much larger Vileplume being naughty. With Fearow and Butterfree circling above and Pikachu on her shoulder they were off at a stately trot down Route 28. It shouldn't be too long before they arrived. They could get there in no time if Rapidash ran at her full speed but there was no need to rush and on unfamiliar roads rushing could be dangerous. So near the mountains it was a little chill for Kaya's taste. She was more than glad to be wearing her warm turtleneck and black leggings. The heat from Rapidash, never too hot but warm as a soothing bath, was more than welcome. Everything was quiet for a long while. Kaya admired the forest around them, glad of a path though. Traipsing around in dark forests was not her favorite activity. Any where dark really. Ever since the Rock Tunnel. She shivered to remember that dark cave, wildly happen where Spearow Evolved and she could fly on his back over the tunnel rather than trying to pass through it ever again. Fearow gave a sudden, harsh cry. Rapidash slid to a halt. Pikachu's ear perked up. Rustling at the forest edge. Kaya slid off of Rapidash and moved cautiously towards the sound, Pikachu's legs locked and ready to spring. A dark shape moved around in the bushes. Ok...come out now or go away, Kaya said. Her Pokemon were strong enough she didn't feel the need to make them fight every wild Pokemon they stumbled across. Not unless the wild Pokemon wouldn't back down and away. The shape stopped a moment then a little, brown blurr leaped from the shadows. Oh...? Kaya tilted her head at the tiny bear. She had hear of Teddiursas before but hadn't seen on in person. Wow, Johto Pokemon really do blend with Kanto here huh? Hey little one, she said as she crouched down. The Teddiursa turned it's big, shiny eyes on her in wonder and just a little fear. It's ok...we're not going to hurt you. Are you out here alone? Another harsh cry from Fearow. More rustling but this time it was trees. Out of the shadows loomed three Ursarings. Oh...crap... Kaya mumbled to herself as the Teddiursa went currying to the group of Ursarings. Furious roars echoed through the trees as the three Ursarings charged in unison. Her pokemon were well trained. No need for regular rules in the wilds. Go! Kaya shouted as she stumbled back. Pikachu leaped to action first with a thundershock. Fearow dove at the Ursaring while Butterfree flew overhead releasing sleep powder. Slowly the Ursaring succumbed to the innoculating effects of the powder and laid down to sleep. Kaya released a slow breath. No one was injured, even the Ursaring were barely affected. Good job everyone, she said with a proud grin, lavishing pets and affection on her Pokemon. Ok...let's finish this trip. There were only a handful more incidents but the group came out only a little tired from exertion. Some food and water would set them to rights. Finally past the trees they came upon a tall manse and sweet pastures for Pokemon. Ohhh...wow... Kaya breathed as she looked around. This place is beautiful! Rapidash whickered in agreement. Butterfree and Fearow flew closer as she approached the two story home. Kaya blinked at the man seated outfront. Somehow she expected some wizened old geezer. This was a very pleasant surprise. Kaya slipped down from Rapidash's back, Butterfree and Fearow landing on the horse's back, and walked up the porch towards who she assumed was Ayden. Hi. You must be Ayden Durov? I'm Kaya Murasakino, Nurse Joy called about me, about the caretaker job, she extended her hand with a bright grin. If it's still available I'd love the opportunity for the position.