Team Dog Paddle

EXPLORERS GUILD: Team Dog Paddle
Date Joined: May 9
Current Funds: 0 St

Merits: 0
Strikes: 0

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Osh
Species: Dewott
Nature: Jolly
-Characteristic: Often lost in thought
Gender: Female             Age: 21
Ability: Torrent

Strength: 1                  Agility: 2
Intelligence: 4              Charisma: 3

Total Points Left: 0/10
Razor Shell
Water Pulse
Swords Dance
Surf

Inventory:

-Free Accessory Voucher
----Description: A voucher for one free accessory.

-Item 2
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-Item 3
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Rikona
Species: Lucario
Nature: Rash
-Characteristic: Quick Tempered
Gender: Female                Age: 21
Ability:Steadfast

Strength: 4                   Agility: 1
Intelligence: 2               Charisma: 3

Total Points Left: 0/10

Hyper Beam
Shadow Ball
Bone Rush
Aura Sphere

Inventory:
-Arm Band
----Description: An arm band. Rikona uses it to tie back her hair.

-Item 2
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-Item 3
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========== WRITTEN TEST ==========

A single streak of blue sky between the dense clouds above Andalusst City marks the start of an unpredictable morning, and it seems like rain or shine could develop at a whim. The assorted traders and pedestrians mulling about seem to be a little wary, trying to park their stalls and carts in shaded areas or making efforts to keep their dry produce hidden away for now.

While the Explorers Guild Hall isn't exactly the most eye-catching building, it still has a somewhat homely feel to it, even though your party has only just finished registering. The Explorers seem to have a certain unmistakable aura to them, though one in particular happens to meet your gaze.

The Servine leaning against a nearby wall inclines her narrow snout toward you and gives a little nod, her bright eyes briefly visible under the shadow of her hat.

"Hey... New, are you?" She speaks with a hint of caution, but her tone is otherwise welcoming. "Hmm, stupid question. 'Course you are, I saw you sign in. Admittedly I'm not great with this meet and greet stuff, so how about exchanging names to start things off? You first."
"My name's Rikona!" said the Lucario. "And this is my girlfriend, Osh!" Rikona kissed the Dewott next to her on the cheek.

Upon receiving this response, she relaxes a little, folding her small arms across her chest. "Ahh, that's great. Yeah, when you said your name just then, it had that... that "zing". It means you're serious about this, yeah? As for me, my name's Teresa. I'm what you'd call a Guild Assistant, which makes me your Serperior.
Osh giggled. "Well, I guess so.. Man. I don't know what to DEW-ott."

She stares at you with a blank face for a moment, then giggles quietly. "You know, you don't have to be so polite. I don't really care about rank and file, but I do care about honesty. If I tell a joke and it sucks, feel free to roll your eyes."

She extends one of her thin, green vines and nods, expecting a handshake even though she keeps her arms folded. "So what brings you here, anyway? You from out of town, or...?"

"Yeah." said Rikona. "We come from this small village, but the Guilds have always been our dream!"
Satisfied with your answer, Teresa nods and withdraws her vine. "Cool, cool... Well, whatever the case, you've got a name in mind for your group, right? I didn't get a chance to check your papers, but I do want to get more familiar with our rookie members when I have the time. I'm kinda new to this whole assistant thing, honestly."

"The Dog Paddle." Osh smiled. "It's a joke, get it? Because I'm a water type and she's a dog?"
A smile creeps over her narrow features when she hears the given name of your team, though it's ambiguous as to whether she found it inspiring or amusing for other reasons. "There's that "zing" again. Feels good to know we've got Pokémon like you joining our Guild. I guess Cassidy wasn't exaggerating when he said the standouts just keep pouring in. Just don't get cocky - confidence is good, but overconfidence in a dungeon is a quick way to get yourself in trouble, along with everyone else in your party." She taps the side of her snout, then clicks her tiny fingers as another question enters her mind. "Oh right, this is very important - why did you want to become an Explorer, hm? Just curious..."

"As we said," said Rikona. "The Guilds have always been our dream."
She listens patiently to the explanation, but as soon as you're done with the tale, she immediately begins speaking again, her words leaving her mouth more rapidly and urgently than before. "...Because ultimately, the people come first, yeah? There's lots of food in the dungeons, and materials for clothing and medicine! When we go out and find that stuff, it means everyone here gets to have dinner. I mean, you know that, obviously, but just don't forget!"

Teresa sways her leaf-adorned tail from side to side and taps her foot, momentarily distracted by her own thoughts, a wanting grin plastered across her face. When she snaps back to reality, she lifts her snout into the air and clears her throat. "N-not to sound standoffish, but what exactly do you do, anyway? What skills or talents do you have to offer the Guild? Everyone's good at something, I think."

"Well-"
Even before you've finished properly answering, Teresa clicks her fingers and purses her lips, as if hearing that mythical zing yet again. "I can just feel it, you do what you do and do it with everything you've got. 'Cause in this guild, when a giver gives, then the giver gets... gotten... gets give-- eh, well you get what you give, or something. Whatever, it's written down on that big plaque in the hall. Just do your best and come see me if you need any help."

Sounding much more cheerful than when she'd first approached, she gives you a little wave and turns to immediately engage another group of recruits nearby, no doubt asking them similar questions. The life of a Guild Assistant must be a busy one.