Berber the Servine

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**Berber** is a Tier C guild member of Everhope currently residing in Lightpoint.

## History

Berber was raised as an egg from the wild, with a Charmeleon caretaker a long time ago. He does not remember very much from his past at all, but at a young age he was picked up by the Lightpoint Guild, Everhope. Raised into their care, he decided to join their cause for good, helping other Pokemon.

After maturing enough, Berber earned his explorer badge and took out to the world, mainly scavenging the Great Forest for berries that had fallen from the trees. It was on one of these walks that he encountered his current love interest, Sakura "Crystal" Tenshin, who had mistaken him for his ex-boyfriend, Cornelius "Zoom" Thompson. Together, they had done a work-out, had some fun, and after finding out Berber's true identity and the extent of his poverty, Crystal formed a friendship with him.

Saving what little gilders he could from his work, he bought Crystal a dark-blue scarf as a gift for her companionship. By the time he had happened upon Crystal again, she had a violent falling-out with Zoom, who would have killed her had it not been for Mina to restrain him. Zoom scarred Sakura's eye with a Leaf Blade, which Berber could not forgive Zoom for. He was unaware of the conditions of their last relationship, however, and maybe it's best that it stays that way.

The night that he gave her the scarf, Crystal showed Berber her hideout, and her thieving fortune. As a guild worker, he was besides himself for a long time about this development, and about whether Crystal was a good influence on him. But seeing Crystal in such an emotionally sensitive state convinced him to forgive her, on the condition that Crystal helps Berber attain his dream of becoming stronger, to protect others and help people. He eventually set aside his doubts and committed fully into standing by Sakura after all that had happened to her.

The following morning, Berber was confronted by Sparky and Hunter, who picked up the scent of Crystal on his body. After trying to lie about their affiliation and getting his face seared by Hunter, he surrendered and reluctantly led him to Crystal's hideout.

It was burnt to the ground, and a fight between Hunter and Crystal followed. Berber helped all he could to stop Hunter from killing Crystal, including mixing a Sleep Seed with a Blast Seed to put him to rest. However, Hunter became enraged by his Blaze ability, Crystal evolved into a Dewott, and she accidentally incapacitated Hunter after underestimating her newfound strength.

Hunter was delivered to the guild infirmary, and Crystal turned herself in, despite Berber's complaints. She remained in the guild prison for about one night before Hunter came back and had a change of heart, and the three of them put aside their differences. On the way back to Sparky's, he tripped, and they had their first kiss, sparking their relationship.

Fast-forward a few weeks: Berber and Crystal share a small cottage on the outskirts of Lightpoint, after her hideout was incinerated. Berber handles her errands, on the account of her being banned from all shops for being a thief, and Sakura handles domestic affairs at home, as well as Berber's physical training regimen. Crystal had trained Berber all the way from power Tier C to Tier B, although he still has much to learn before he approaches Crystal's strength.

## Guild Work

Berber took on a mission to rescue a Torchic from a haunted manor in the woods. There, he saw terrible things and returned empty-handed, but was rewarded with a Lunar Wing for his troubles, keeping him safe from reliving nightmares of the event.

Berber took on a guild mission to investigate an ancient gate at a ruins site, under a Krookodile's supervision. He was completely befuddled by the transcription on the door, and unable to force it open with his vines. He left, and wasn't even able to recognize any of the symbols he saw on the gate in the local library.

Berber's day-to-day work consists of gathering resources in the Great Forest, considering its relatively low threat level and great quantity of berries. Berber has **a terrible sense of direction**, so he relies on a map and compass to get around. Some of the missions he is qualified to complete as a C-tier guildmember is *item retrieval* from low-risk areas.

## Personality

Berber is someone who appreciates beauty in everything. He is somewhat naive to some of the things in this world, but nowhere near the extent that Bolreo is. Berber's attention to detail also lends to a useful ability to observe and gain a heightened awareness of his surroundings, using his senses to gather information. For example, he observed a tied log in the Great Woods and deduced that Crystal's hideout was surrounded by traps, before he could fall prey to one.

Berber has a passion for the arts; story-telling, drawing, and music are all part of that. Some day, he wishes to go to Silver City to obtain some of the advanced technology they have, such as cameras and radio. He translates his passion into keeping a journal, and drawing when Crystal is asleep.

### Current Status

Berber wants to become stronger, and know more about the world around him so that he can be successful as a guild worker. He dares not engage in activities that may undermine the guild's public image, unlike some other freelance workers with nothing to lose.

After living with Crystal, Berber has been able to live more comfortably, even living in his own humble home around Lightpoint Town, moving out of the guild. Berber receives special physical training from Crystal, and Berber handles all of her external errands for her, such as shopping and work. In return, Berber promises to reform her.

### Aspirations

Berber's main goals in life are to become strong enough to serve the guilds properly, and to pursue his passion for the arts into retirement. He doesn't know what the future holds for him, but he hopes that Crystal can be there to see them be realized.

## Relationships

Berber's adoptive mother is a benevolent Charizard. Her current whereabouts are unknown. None of Berber's biological parents are currently known.

Berber is currently in a romantic relationship with Crystal. He is best friends with Limmy the Flaffaloo and Sparky the Pikachu.

He is friends with Hunter, but he knows personally how temperamental he can get.

Berber has made a mental note to be wary of Zoom, although Zoom is unaware of Berber's distaste for him. It wouldn't take long for Zoom to reciprocate these feelings after seeing him with his ex, however.