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Explorers Team Hot Mess Written App

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Published: Jul 12, 2015

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EXPLORERS GUILD: Hot Mess

Date Joined: 7/12/2015

Current Funds: 0 St

Merits:

Strikes:

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Caleb

Species: Pignite

Nature: Sassy

-Characteristic: Likes to fight

Gender: Male Age: 16

Ability: Blaze

Strength: 3 Agility: 3

Intelligence: 3 Charisma: 1 + 1

Total Points Left: 0/10

Type Bonus: Fire -> Charisma

Heat Crash

Brick Break

Grass Knot

Attract

Inventory:

-Item 1 (<- replace this text with the item name)

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-Item 2

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-Item 3

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Oliver

Species: Tepig

Nature: Jolly

-Characteristic: Impetuous and silly

Gender: Male Age: 5

Ability: Blaze

Strength: 2 Agility: 3

Intelligence: 3 Charisma: 2 + 1

Total Points Left: 0/10

Type Bonus: Fire -> Charisma

Incinerate

Toxic

Facade

Wild Charge

Inventory:

-Item 1

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-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 the party has only just finished registering. The Explorers seem to have a certain unmistakable aura to them, though one in particular happens to meet their gaze.

The Servine leaning against a nearby wall inclines her narrow snout toward the Fire-types 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."

"The name's Caleb." The Pignite said in a rude tone.

"I'm Oliver~!" The Tepig greeted with a wide smile.

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."

Oliver keeps smiling.

She stares at the Tepig 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."

"Sure thing, toots." Caleb assured her.

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, we're from out of town." Caleb answers.

Satisfied with Caleb's 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."

"Hot Mess, girl. Hot Mess." Caleb answers.

A smile creeps over her narrow features when she hears the given name of the 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..."

"...We love dungeons and explorering and helping others!" Oliver smiled.

At least he does..., Caleb thought.

She listens patiently to the explanation, but as soon as Oliver's 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."

"Yeah, good at messing 'mons up and setting them on fire!" Caleb laughed.

"And pranking them!" Oliver added.

Even before they'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."

Caleb snorted.

Sounding much more cheerful than when she'd first approached, she gives them 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.