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The quaint adoption center at the northern end of Driftvel was bustling with life, as trainers lined up to enter the premises of the abode of pokemon. It seems that the fields nearby were entirely set up for meeting and bonding with pokemon! Desks were set up in rows, with helpful attendants ready to answer questions and set up adoptions for trainers and pokemon who have bonded over a short period of time. Many other helpers roamed the premises, ready to answer questions, with them and their pokemon ever vigilant as they were the ones who were to ensure the comfort and safety of the pokemon. Occasionally, a man with a wide brimmed hat can be seen around the premises: Driftveil city’s own gym leader Clay was here to assist where he could, as well as ensure that those who formerly belonged to Team Plasma.

N, meanwhile, was holding a tympole, caressing it’s smooth skin as he positioned himself in front of a microphone for a loudspeaker. He was nervous, of course, but for some reason he felt a level of excitement he hadn’t felt in a while.

“Attention. Some of my frie... I mean, some of the pokemon under our care wish to find a trainer through battle. If you wish to test your skills and impress one of them, please come to the allotted battle arena.”

Phew, that wasn’t that bad, was it? Though guess it was time to head over to the arena himself.

Adoption Info:

Adoptions happen in one of two ways: Battle and Non-Battle

Battle adoptions occur via a challenge to this blog! Send in an ask or an IM to me via @truthaspired or @theamazingtrainernate and we can arrange something. 

Battles will happen over Pokemon Showdown. Once everything arranged, you can challenge the showdown ID theamazingnate to start the battle!

“Unfortunately, that is up to the pokemon here. They wish to be won over and impressed, not picked out. Still, it seems that these accept my challenge.” Something about this man irked N, but he would not deny a challenge to a stranger just because he was off-putting. “... I can’t say that I’m not curious to see what kind of bonds you have forged with the pokemon at your side.”

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Knocked Out: Ferrothorn, Excadrill, Hydreigon

One intent glare from Hydregion to N was all that N needed to understand. After all, he had noticed that Hydreigon was intent on testing this man himself. The connection was strange, for sure, but still surprisingly strong. “Many of your pokemon, although are cold, state a strong loyalty to you.... and it seems that Hydregion wants that same kind of bond. I suggest you do not take that bond for granted.”

Hydreigon

Gender: Male

Ability: Levitate

Nature: Modest

Background: A unique case, this pokemon was taken in from the wild by rangers as it’s aggression was too dangerous for the local habitat. Only N was able to tame such an aggressive pokemon, having experience with Hydregion in the past as well as the assistance and power of Reshiram. Still aggressive by nature, Hydregion prefers to keep to himself when he’s not trying to get what he wants.

It took some time, but it was apparent that a small pokemon was following warren this entire time. A small Cubchoo, timidly walking several steps behind him, sniffling every few minutes. It was apparent that he wanted to be friends, but was unsure of how to approach.

“I believe someone has taken a liking to you, my friend.” N pointed behind the young man, to a Cubchoo who was hiding behind a small fencepost nearby. Oddly enough, he barely had any mucus dripping from his nose, indicating that this one was not so healthy. “You wish to be his friend, right?” N turns to the small cub pokemon, giving him a reassuring smile. “Please, come here. I’m sure my friend over her will be happy to take you in.”

Cubchoo

Gender: Male

Nature: Timid

Ability: Snow Cloak

Background: A formerly liberated pokemon, his previous owner passed away before the Driftveil City Rescue Center could return him. Thankfully, this one has had time to grieve, and now wishes to move on with his life and befriend a new trainer.

“Poliiiiiii-” A somewhat large toad-like pokemon can be seen struggling to carry a large pot with a growing berry bush, stumbling every which way but trying her hardest to continue to move forward. Thankfully, N was able to spot this one struggling, and with the help of his Darmanitan he was able to relieve the struggling pokemon. A short reassuring conversation later, the duo manage to understand what this Poliwhirl wishes to do:

Deliver this berry bush to the Nurse Joy, of course!

“Hello there, Nurse Joy. My friend over here wishes to give you this berry bush. She seems to have taken a liking to you, enough to want to be adopted by you. Not surprising, given that her many trips to the pokemon center for physical therapy assistance meant that her ideal new friend would be a nurse as well. Would you mind becoming her friend?”

Poliwhirl!

Gender: Female

Nature: Hasty

Ability: Swift Swim

Background: Bred as a Poliwag for a trainer who challenged the Unova League gyms. Unfortunately, she did not have the fortitude or the right mindset to succeed in battling, resulting in many lost battles. The stubborn trainer decided to retire her, which resulted in her feeling rejected and deciding to overwork herself to the point of damaging the muscles in her limbs. Eventually, the trainer released her, at which soon after N found her and brought her in for rehabilitation. 

Notes: 

She still tends to overexert herself as she wishes to prove useful to someone. She wished to be adopted as she wanted to find a trainer who she could impress and feel useful for. 

It is suggested you find other ways that do not involve heavy lifting, pulling, or pushing to assist her with this need, and catch her when she tries to exert her arms and legs. 

“It seems that your friends loved the thrill of battling as much as you do! I could hear the joy and passion in their voices. I believe your Lucario -- Garnet I believe she called herself -- emphasized how much far she would go for you to win.” Part of him wished things had turned out differently, but he was still satisfied with the results.

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Knocked Out: Excadrill, Hydreigon, Jellicent

It wasn’t long before Hydreigon quickly rushed over towards Lucas, seemingly just as excited about their battle as Lucas was. “She says she wants more thrilling battles like this one, and wishes to join you on your adventures, if that’s okay with you.”

Hydreigon

Gender: Female

Nature: Hasty

Ability: Levitate

Background: A formerly liberated pokemon, this trainer was killed by Zinzolin for getting in the way of his plans. Taken in as a Deino, this pokemon was aggressive towards many of team Plasma, to the point that N had to take her in himself. Slowly, he managed to calm her rage, but it wasn’t until Anthea and Concordia gave him love and attention that she began to soften back up again. She still hasn’t gotten over the loss of her trainer, but is now willing to move on.

“Your pokemon say you and them wish for a challenge... well, if that is the case, then let some of my friends test your skill!”

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Knocked out pokemon: Weavile, Rillaboom, Clefable, Volcarona

As soon as Weavile was revived, he began tugging on N’s pant leg, speaking up to him with an eager expression. “Yes, if that is what you wish, you can join him.” Smiling, Weavile thanked the former king, then rushed over to grab Kaneda’s attention. 

Weavile

Gender: Male

Nature: Jolly

Ability: Pressure

Background: A formerly liberated pokemon, this weavile was rejected by his trainer as he was deemed “too weak as if he was strong he wouldn’t be stolen.” Doesn’t like to have his weaknesses brought up as a result.

“It’s only a few days away... soon, so many new reactions will form in front of our very eyes. Isn’t it exciting?”

“It is promising, although I will have to see how this plays out for myself. After all, we both know that not every human that shows up on our doorstep will be a good person.”

“I suppose you are right, but all the humans here are trustworthy, and I trust them to help us sort out the negatives from the positives. Not to mention that many of our pokemon are able to spot the signs of bad trainers. I trust their judgement as much as I trust the staff’s.”