#milcerytea

if there's a way to compete and stay true to myself we could try it? what do you think lol

I decided to ask my rival, Honey, on this one. I'll copy-paste her answer here.

"Hm? Oh of course. I don't know what her style is exactly of course but I'll bet she would look divine in a suit! I'm seeing ringmaster with vibrant reds and oranges! Or perhaps a lovely button-up with flare pants! Oh, there are so many options! And of course she must dress up her darling little Typhlosion. Probably just a cute necklace, and/or maybe a masquerade mask. Not too much, you don't want to detract from those gorgeous flames!

Presenting more masculine hardly means one can't show off the bond and synergy they have with their pokemon! I do hope your friend decides to try out contests. I'm sure she and her lovely Lady will love them!"

- @fairymime

Oh darling, you've hit on my second favorite subject!

Contests in Ikoni are actually different from most other regions. In Ikoni Coordinators are expected to perform with their pokemon, not just give commands. Most coordinators have their own personal "style". For example, my style has been dubbed "Burning Ice" due to the use of my Frosmoth and Volcarona's juxtaposing abilities in our performances. Other styles have included "Tea Party," "Swords Dance," "Jungle Fever," and a personal favorite of mine "Shower of Sweets".

The best performances tend to be the ones where the Coordinator gives no audible commands, showing a synergy between them and their pokemon that only comes through rigorous training and practice.

Contests here are open to anyone with either a ribbon from another contest (extra-regional, or local) or with a letter of recommendation from a respected source. We've had letters of recommendation from extra-regional coordinators, and certain gym leaders that Chairman Julius considers "good judges of talent" among others. If you're interested, I highly recommend it. It's a lot of fun!

To be honest, I'm not sure why I agreed to this. I'm not terribly good at engaging with others. Aelita has been asking for weeks now however, so I suppose I'll at least make an introductory post.

If I do post, it will be under the hashtag, #MilceryTea

I am sorry about the lack of photograph. The camera was out of order when I received my new card.

I am a Mythical Ranked Coordinator from Ikoni. Mythical being the top rank for our region. I like to think I'm good at it, but I could never have gotten this far without my dear pokemon.

Vasilisa - A Sylveon beyond compare. I was gifted an Eevee as my starter and she has been a loyal and dear companion ever since. Has a tendency to get herself into trouble whenever she thinks I might be in danger.

Kaguya and Tenji - I list them together because truly they are inseparable. They didn't get along very well as a Snom and Larvesta. I think Kaguya was afraid of Tenji, being much bigger and a fire type. Once they both evolved however, Kaguya forgot her fear and now she and Tenji play together all the time. It's really lovely to watch.

Alan-A-Dale - Ah, my dear Toxtricity has been stubborn ever since he was a Toxel. He still has a tendency to whine if he doesn't get his way. He is a good pokemon though, if more than a little impish at times.

Króla Miś - He's a bit of a crybaby if I'm being honest. I have to give him a lot of reassurance and cuddles. Yes, I cuddle with my Bewear. I did not suffer nonsense when he was a stufful, and we spent a long time training and working on boundaries when he evolved. He is perfectly safe to hug if you respect those boundaries. I am very very tired of people telling me I'm stupid for showing affection to any of my pokemon.

Bignor - My first catch, as an Applin. He's a little dopey really, but in a frankly adorable way. The way he liked to roll around and bump into walls as an Applin was utterly delightful, and I had a feeling, when the time came, he would go for a sweet apple. I was right, and now he is my sweet, dopey little Appletun.

Falada - The first pokemon I ever received was a Ponyta my parents had imported from Galar. (Yes I was the little girl whose parents got her an expensive pokemon so she wouldn't be lonely. Have your laugh and move on) She really was my best friend, though, which is why I had her registered as a ride pokemon before I went on my own trainer journey. She isn't trained for battle, though I have no doubt she would try protect me if I were ever in danger.

I suppose that is all there is to say. I wouldn't expect too much from me. As I said I am... not good at interacting with others.