♕ TENTH COMMAND | VIDEO

[determinator]

[The video opens to two badge cases, each with all eight Johto Gym Badges arranged neatly. The camera turns to focus on Archer then; he's smirking even more than usual, if that's even possible.]

If I'm not mistaken, I believe the previous record for earning all the Gym Badges was eleven months?

[It's not really a question. He remembers exactly what Mustang said.]

Kimblee and I have done it in eight.

[He'll give you all a moment to absorb that knowledge. Yes, yes, they're amazing, he knows~]

We're both seeking challenges from others who have gathered the Gym Badges. We both have teams at level 100, though we also have lowered-leveled Pokémon, if you're interested in challenging either of us. We would be interested in double battling as well, if any of you are interested.

[...Well, he would, at least. Sorry, Kimblee, you have no choice~]

We look forward to it.

[OOC: This is a double post! You'll receive replies from either Kimblee or Archer!]

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[best_laid_plans]

I see they don't promote just anybody. Not that it surprises me.

[This is a compliment, okay. He's not the greatest at those, but he's impressed, which is rare.]

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[determinator]

Thank you. I've done what I can to ensure I'll be a benefit to Team Rocket.

[Can you sense the smug, Malik?]

I'm also in Goldenrod, if you wanted to meet up and discuss Psychic-types. I can travel if it's necessary.

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[best_laid_plans]

[He supposes, given your accomplishments, he'll grant you the right to be smug.]

I'm afraid long-distance will have to suffice: a separate set-up's required I travel, and a few complications arose.

My Psychic-types have grown only stronger for the effort, however, and it shouldn't take much longer. Will you be there long?

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[determinator]

I don't have any other plans.

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Ah, actually, I may be moving up to Mahogany Town in the future, but it won't be any issue to return to Goldenrod or wherever you want to meet.

I'm pleased to hear of your progress; I've been looking into obtaining and raising other Psychic-types, but none have really caught my attention at the moment. I've been working with what I have to ensure they'll pose enough of a threat in the future.

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[best_laid_plans]

There's no better place to begin testing than a city like Goldenrod, I'd think. With that many citizens, a few odd cases might get lost in the crowd, provided you select your targets carefully.

--Incidentally, I'll be able to provide you with your egg upon my return. I also happen to have stumbled upon a variety of unusual Psychic-types lately. Luck, I suppose.

[Malik. "I got tackled by a Solrock while trapped in a cave" does not count as luck.]

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[determinator]

As I thought; that works wonderfully. Let me know when you'll be in town, then.

Indeed? Which ones?

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[best_laid_plans]

Ever explore the Ruins of Alph?

A regular nesting ground for the type, it seems. Particularly some interesting hybrids.

I believe the one may be solar-powered.

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[determinator]

No, I haven't, but that certainly sounds like a place I need to visit.

Indeed? What more can you tell me?

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[best_laid_plans]

I'm still experimenting on how best it can be put to use. However, it's a Psychic/Rock type capable of learning Fire-type moves both naturally and through the use of Technical Machines. Flexible, if nothing else. I'll keep you updated.

Meanwhile, I'm banking more on Pokémon we've already discussed for our particular upcoming plans.

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[determinator]

A Psychic/Rock type? Interesting. My battling partner has one; I don't believe it can learn Fire-type moves, however.

Indeed? How is that going?

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[best_laid_plans]

I've heard of a similar species, yes.

I'm pleased to report great success so far. Upon further consideration, I evolved my Smoochum, and couldn't be happier.

[Further consideration be damned - Smoochum evolved when she was ready. But he will totally take the credit for that, since she did it to save him. Totally makes it his decision.]