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[pruto]

[As far as abrupt and sudden changes went, this was far from the worst Naveen faced. He was human, for one, which was already an improvement on his previous experiences. He was also not being pursued for his blood, at least as far as he saw.

His wife wasn't here, which was less than ideal, but... well, if there was one thing Naveen was good at, it was rolling with the unexpected with a smile on his face.

So exploring the town it was, a peculiar creature at his side. To any crossing his path, Naveen was quick to approach them.]

Ah, excuse me! Do you have a moment, my friend?

[occultigen]

[As it happened, the person crossing his path at the moment was a frail-looking girl with shoulder-length blonde hair, dressed somewhat oddly for the afternoon in a dated vintage dress and accompanied by a small animal of her own.

However, the boldness with which she was hailed made her pause and turn to face the man approaching her, looking vaguely uncertain but not altogether unreceptive to the greeting.]

Oh! Why, yes, certainly. Is there something I might help you with, perhaps, or...?

Prince Naveen | The Princess and the Frog | (putting this here because I forgot orz)

[pruto]

[Another of the strange animals! Apparently it was common for them to pick someone and stick close by, though Naveen couldn't for the life of him understand why.

But he had more important questions to ask.]

I'm afraid I have found myself... woefully lost, my lady. [He flashed a smile at the girl, bowing slightly.] Could you be so kind to tell me the name of this place?

[occultigen]

[A-hah. Well, it would be difficult to say which managed to get her to warm up faster — the explanation of being lost, or the good manners.

(Spoilers: it was mostly the good manners.) ]

Oh, of course! This is Goldenrod City. Have you only just arrived, perhaps? I'm...not entirely certain of how one gets here, to be perfectly honest, but I think I might still be able to offer you proper directions to wherever it is you ought rather be, if you should like.

[pruto]

Achidanza! [Whether she could answer all his questions or not, she could answer some. And in his own confusion, "some" was invaluable to him.] Could you point me in the direction of a woman. Not very tall, but very beautiful, with dark hair and eyes. I seem to have mislaid her.

[occultigen]

Dark...hair and eyes?

[Her brow furrowed a bit, as much from personal recollection as from actually trying to work out if she knew who he was referring to.]

...I can think of a few people who might fit such a description — if you'll pardon my asking, does the lady in question go by the name of Emmy?

[pruto]

[Hearing his own vague description delivered back to him, Naveen couldn't help taking a moment to chuckle at himself. How many dark haired, dark eyed ladies were there in this strange town, he wondered?]

No, no, it is Tiana, she is my wife. [A beat.] ... She may also go by "princess," depending on the company.

[occultigen]

Princess! My goodness, I — oh, please do forgive me, I suppose it must be "your highness", then?

[And, like a good and properly-mannered lady, she proceeded to drop into a practiced curtsey.]

I must please beg your pardon, your highness, both for the poor manners and that I must regretfully admit I've not been acquainted with anyone by that name here yet.

[pruto]

[For all his affects of casualness, Naveen couldn't deny being tickled by her concern for ceremony. Flattery was his Achilles heel, after all.]

Please, please, do not worry yourself. [For all he was drinking it in.] I was never much for formality, though it seems you are well practiced... what was your name again?

[loveisanopendoor]

Of course I do, friend!

[ Anna seems more than enthusiastic enough to return the greeting with a smile; cradled in her arms is a creature of her own, a cute, slightly chubby and clearly affectionate little pink fairy, nuzzling against her as she approaches the stranger! ]

What do you need?

[pruto]

[The creature at his side, Naveen could at least peg as a frog like animal (whoever put him here had a sense of humor, though whether it was a good one or not was debatable).

The... thing in this girl's arms, well. Naveen completely forgot his question.]

What is that?

[loveisanopendoor]

Oh, this is Noel, my Clefairy!

[ She holds her up to Naveen, and she clearly takes after her trainer; the hello that she gives is as energetic as can be as she gives him an enthusiastic wave with both arms and a cheer!]

Have you never seen one before? Isn't she cute?

[pruto]

She is... intriguing, yes.

[She's not not cute at the very, least.]

Is it some sort of cat?

[loveisanopendoor]

[Noel, to her credit, seems to be a bit puzzled at the compliment, but Anna just laughs.]

You must be kind of new here, huh? A lot of Pokemon here aren't really based off any sort of animals in particular, even though a bunch of them are! Like, your Froakie is definitely as frog-like as they come! But I don't think Clefairy is like any kind of animal out there, or at least, none that I've ever seen!

[pruto]

Oh, no, you are mistaken. [Naveen was quick to correct, edging away from the Froakie (who promptly followed, ensuring the distance between them remained the same).] This strange... frog, it enjoys my company apparently, but it is not mine.

[loveisanopendoor]

Oh, come now, don't say that! It looks like he really enjoys traveling with you! Do you have a Poke Ball for him?

[She reaches into the bag slung over her shoulder, pulling out a peculiar looking red and white orb...]

One of these?

[equallybad]

Huh? Oh hey, of course man! What's up?

[The teenager stops, and when he turns to face Naveen it's clear there's a small bird nesting in his hair, otherwise hidden by their matching colors. It chirps curiously]

[pruto]

[His relief over seeing a friendly face quickly morphed into amused curiosity when his eyes followed up to the bird in his hair.]

I was curious what the name of this town was, but... do you realize, my friend, that your head has been made into a home for birds?

[equallybad]

It's New Bark Town! In , uhh... Johto? At least that's what people told me! I'm not from here, so I'm not the best source of info.

[He blinks and looks up as if he can actually see the bird there]

Oh, that's just Leon. If he's not there he's in my bag. Don't worry, he can't make it any messier then it already is. You know, unless he poops.

You wouldn't, right?

[The Fletchling chirps in dismay. Apparently he most certainly would not, lil' bro!]

AW YIS COME TO US

[defyingfrigidity]

[The person he approaches is a fair-haired young lady, walking down the road with what is unmistakably an eight-foot tall dinosaur trotting calmly at her side. There's a look of curiosity on her face as he approaches, but it melts quickly into a small smile.]

Yes? Is something wrong?

[pruto]

[Naveen was glad -- for the space of a moment -- that Tiana was not present to see his eyes widen at the sight of her. Whether it was her or the monster beside her that captured his attention so thoroughly wasn't very clear.]

A-Ah... that is...

[He'd completely forgotten what he was going to say (for once), staring up at the great beast with a mixture of fear and intrigue.]

It is... is it tame?

[defyingfrigidity]

[... Well that certainly came out of the blue.]

Oh... you're new, aren't you? [It would make sense.] I assure you, she can be a bit of a brat sometimes, but yes. She's completely tame.

[As if to prove the young woman's point, the dinosaur lets out a short huff, dropping it's head on her shoulder. The lady, in turn, gives a small "oof!"] H-Hey, be careful! You know how heavy you are.

[the_pilgrim]

[Gnome child here turns at Naveen's call, his cotton winged Swablu clinging to his shoulder as he does.] Uh, yeah? Did you need something?

[doesntdomuch]

[Perry was busy buying supplies to go back out training somewhere, but heck it's not that urgent. Perry turns around and gives this stranger a questioning look.]

one of us one of us (hi it's nao)

[solas_ion]

Huh?

[As it happened, Naveen had gotten the attention of a guy with the worst fashion sense known to mankind, judging by the blinding Hawaiian shirt and leather pants he was wearing.]

Yeah, sure. What'd you want?