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10 ❀ text + video on the Rocket frequency/action for the Goldenrod base [backdated to 5/16]
[On the evening of 5/15, an interesting text appears on the Rocket filter.]
You are all invited to a very special presentation of Dist the Rose's latest and greatest creation! Stop by the labs in the Goldenrod base at noon tomorrow and feast your eyes upon something you have never seen before.
For those interested but are unable to make it to the presentation in person, fear not. I will also post a recording for your viewing pleasure.
Believe me when I say this is something you do not want to miss. Especially if you'd like to play with my creations yourself.
I look forward to seeing you there!
[As promised, a little after noon on 5/16, a video is posted to all Rockets. For those who chose to attend, this will all go down in real time.]
The video takes place in a darkened lab room in the Goldenrod base. The only major light source is a single overhead light, which is illuminating a makeshift stand on which stands a sharply-dressed Dist along with a menacing-looking Beedrill floating beside him. When Dist is given the signal by whatever is holding his 'Gear, he gives a small bow to his audiences, in person and over the network.]
Thank you all for taking the time out of your busy schedules to be here for this momentous occasion. I'd like to remind you that you've chosen wisely by making yourself present for this, because you are about to see something truly fascinating.
[He produces an item from his pocket and holds it up for the audience to see. It's a metal cylinder that those who have been in the Pokeworld for a while should recognize.]
This is a Metal Coat. It is used to evolve certain Pokemon into highly resilient Steel-type Pokemon. The only documented Pokemon that react to this item are Onix, which evolves into Steelix, and Scyther, which evolves into Scizor.
[As he says "Scizor", he motions beside the stage where the very Pokemon has suddenly appeared. Her arms are crossed as she sternly gazes at the audience.]
As an owner of both, I can say that they are very dependable Pokemon and have served me well these last two years.
With that in mind, I asked myself: what if I could evolve more than just these two Pokemon with a Metal Coat? Certainly many Pokemon could benefit from a reinforced defense. Some could benefit from a resistance from types that normally give them trouble. For example, this Beedrill here...
[He motions to the large deathbee beside him, which is still obediently hovering in place.]
...has a major weakness to Flying type attacks. But if it had a steel reinforcement, that weakness would be reduced. In addition, Rock and Poison attacks would be less of a problem. It becomes more versatile that way. This hypothesis can be applied to any other Pokemon that has weaknesses that a steel reinforcement could negate.
Alas, it seems that not many Pokemon are programmed to evolve with this special item. In fact, the gene that reacts to a Metal Coat is only found in Onix and Scizor. So how can a Metal Coat be applied to a Pokemon that does not possess the gene? That is what I set out to discover several months ago.
Some of you may remember my post about an evolution recording machine. That was the first step in figuring out a process to transfer the Metal Coat-evolving gene into other Pokemon. With the machine, I was able to record what gene triggered the evolution. I then removed that gene from either an Onix or Scyther, and transferred it to another Pokemon to see what would happen. With enough tweaking, I finally found some Pokemon that reacted positively to this process.
Observe.
[Dist turns to face the Beedrill and steadily holds up the Metal Coat. After gently pressing it against the Beedrill's body, the Pokemon is suddenly engulfed in a bright light. Dist narrates as this goes down.]
You may recognize this process; it is no different than presenting an evolutionary stone to a compatible Pokemon. Normally, evolving a Pokemon with a Metal Coat requires trading the Pokemon as well, but I was able to modify the gene somewhat so that annoying extra step has been removed. Behold!
[The light fades, and while the Beedrill's shape has not changed like a normal evolution would cause, the Metal Coat has definitely done its job. The Pokemon is now completely coated in a steel shell. Its ability to see and fly does not appear to be hindered at all by this small evolution, and neither does its mobility, judging by the sudden jabbing at the air it performs with its now steel needle arms.]
As you can see, this mutation is not quite the same as a normal evolution, but I assure you that the all the advantages of a Steel type Pokemon are present in this one here. [Out of nowhere, he suddenly calls out an attack.] Gale, use Aerial Ace on that Beedrill!
[The Scizor, now known to the crowd as Gale, does as she's told. She slowly uncrosses her arms and in a flash, makes a sweeping slash at the Beedrill with her giant claws. The metal-coated bee doesn't make any effort to dodge the attack and simply takes the full brunt of it. Gale's attack leaves a huge scrape in the steel armor, but the Beedrill doesn't seem to be going down immediately like it should with a 4x Flying weakness. In fact, the attack only seemed to knock it back for a moment or two before recovering.
Dist can't help but grin at what he's created here.]
Normally a Beedrill would succumb to this move very quickly, but with my modifications it can now withstand it! Imagine how useful this is going to be when applied to all sorts of different Pokemon!
Fortunately for you all, I've already done just that. And I have a special treat. A reward to those of you who bothered to view my magnificent presentation! [He extends out one of his hands, displaying five fingers.] I currently have five different steel-coated Pokemon, including this Beedrill, for five lucky individuals to take ownership of for a limited amount of time. The catch is that you must record everything you do with it. I want you to test these Pokemon out to assist me in maximizing their potential. And work out any kinks, of course.
That said, step forward or contact me, for those of you watching, if you would like to temporarily own a special, never before seen and potentially devastatingly resilient Pokemon! I will present to you the Pokemon in question and give you the full details if I deem you worthy of testing it for me. I will also answer any questions you may have about this process.
I do hope you enjoyed this little presentation. After all, how often do you get to see the bending of DNA? You should feel honored!
[With that, he and the Pokemon on stage give a closing bow before ending the presentation.]
[[OOC: Pokemon claims reserved for the winners of this OOC lottery. Dist will be standing by to take requests! If you attended/watched the presentation and are a winner of the OOC lottery, feel free to step up and ask for a Pokemon or contact Dist by replying to the post! He'll show off the Pokemon listed in the OOC post and your character can claim whichever one they won.]]
You are all invited to a very special presentation of Dist the Rose's latest and greatest creation! Stop by the labs in the Goldenrod base at noon tomorrow and feast your eyes upon something you have never seen before.
For those interested but are unable to make it to the presentation in person, fear not. I will also post a recording for your viewing pleasure.
Believe me when I say this is something you do not want to miss. Especially if you'd like to play with my creations yourself.
I look forward to seeing you there!
[As promised, a little after noon on 5/16, a video is posted to all Rockets. For those who chose to attend, this will all go down in real time.]
The video takes place in a darkened lab room in the Goldenrod base. The only major light source is a single overhead light, which is illuminating a makeshift stand on which stands a sharply-dressed Dist along with a menacing-looking Beedrill floating beside him. When Dist is given the signal by whatever is holding his 'Gear, he gives a small bow to his audiences, in person and over the network.]
Thank you all for taking the time out of your busy schedules to be here for this momentous occasion. I'd like to remind you that you've chosen wisely by making yourself present for this, because you are about to see something truly fascinating.
[He produces an item from his pocket and holds it up for the audience to see. It's a metal cylinder that those who have been in the Pokeworld for a while should recognize.]
This is a Metal Coat. It is used to evolve certain Pokemon into highly resilient Steel-type Pokemon. The only documented Pokemon that react to this item are Onix, which evolves into Steelix, and Scyther, which evolves into Scizor.
[As he says "Scizor", he motions beside the stage where the very Pokemon has suddenly appeared. Her arms are crossed as she sternly gazes at the audience.]
As an owner of both, I can say that they are very dependable Pokemon and have served me well these last two years.
With that in mind, I asked myself: what if I could evolve more than just these two Pokemon with a Metal Coat? Certainly many Pokemon could benefit from a reinforced defense. Some could benefit from a resistance from types that normally give them trouble. For example, this Beedrill here...
[He motions to the large deathbee beside him, which is still obediently hovering in place.]
...has a major weakness to Flying type attacks. But if it had a steel reinforcement, that weakness would be reduced. In addition, Rock and Poison attacks would be less of a problem. It becomes more versatile that way. This hypothesis can be applied to any other Pokemon that has weaknesses that a steel reinforcement could negate.
Alas, it seems that not many Pokemon are programmed to evolve with this special item. In fact, the gene that reacts to a Metal Coat is only found in Onix and Scizor. So how can a Metal Coat be applied to a Pokemon that does not possess the gene? That is what I set out to discover several months ago.
Some of you may remember my post about an evolution recording machine. That was the first step in figuring out a process to transfer the Metal Coat-evolving gene into other Pokemon. With the machine, I was able to record what gene triggered the evolution. I then removed that gene from either an Onix or Scyther, and transferred it to another Pokemon to see what would happen. With enough tweaking, I finally found some Pokemon that reacted positively to this process.
Observe.
[Dist turns to face the Beedrill and steadily holds up the Metal Coat. After gently pressing it against the Beedrill's body, the Pokemon is suddenly engulfed in a bright light. Dist narrates as this goes down.]
You may recognize this process; it is no different than presenting an evolutionary stone to a compatible Pokemon. Normally, evolving a Pokemon with a Metal Coat requires trading the Pokemon as well, but I was able to modify the gene somewhat so that annoying extra step has been removed. Behold!
[The light fades, and while the Beedrill's shape has not changed like a normal evolution would cause, the Metal Coat has definitely done its job. The Pokemon is now completely coated in a steel shell. Its ability to see and fly does not appear to be hindered at all by this small evolution, and neither does its mobility, judging by the sudden jabbing at the air it performs with its now steel needle arms.]
As you can see, this mutation is not quite the same as a normal evolution, but I assure you that the all the advantages of a Steel type Pokemon are present in this one here. [Out of nowhere, he suddenly calls out an attack.] Gale, use Aerial Ace on that Beedrill!
[The Scizor, now known to the crowd as Gale, does as she's told. She slowly uncrosses her arms and in a flash, makes a sweeping slash at the Beedrill with her giant claws. The metal-coated bee doesn't make any effort to dodge the attack and simply takes the full brunt of it. Gale's attack leaves a huge scrape in the steel armor, but the Beedrill doesn't seem to be going down immediately like it should with a 4x Flying weakness. In fact, the attack only seemed to knock it back for a moment or two before recovering.
Dist can't help but grin at what he's created here.]
Normally a Beedrill would succumb to this move very quickly, but with my modifications it can now withstand it! Imagine how useful this is going to be when applied to all sorts of different Pokemon!
Fortunately for you all, I've already done just that. And I have a special treat. A reward to those of you who bothered to view my magnificent presentation! [He extends out one of his hands, displaying five fingers.] I currently have five different steel-coated Pokemon, including this Beedrill, for five lucky individuals to take ownership of for a limited amount of time. The catch is that you must record everything you do with it. I want you to test these Pokemon out to assist me in maximizing their potential. And work out any kinks, of course.
That said, step forward or contact me, for those of you watching, if you would like to temporarily own a special, never before seen and potentially devastatingly resilient Pokemon! I will present to you the Pokemon in question and give you the full details if I deem you worthy of testing it for me. I will also answer any questions you may have about this process.
I do hope you enjoyed this little presentation. After all, how often do you get to see the bending of DNA? You should feel honored!
[With that, he and the Pokemon on stage give a closing bow before ending the presentation.]
[[OOC: Pokemon claims reserved for the winners of this OOC lottery. Dist will be standing by to take requests! If you attended/watched the presentation and are a winner of the OOC lottery, feel free to step up and ask for a Pokemon or contact Dist by replying to the post! He'll show off the Pokemon listed in the OOC post and your character can claim whichever one they won.]]
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Well, I must say that I'm terribly impressed, and that isn't something that happens often. Well done.
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I did tell you to have faith in me, did I not?
Are you interested in testing one of these Pokemon out?
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You mean I can...?
[jesus christ he is a child on christmas right now, what have you done]
I would rather appreciate the opportunity, actually - for how long would you allow it?
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He nods.]
Of course. I have planned for initial testing to last until the end of this month. Is that long enough for you?
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[He wanders over to retrieve a couple Pokeballs, and releases the Pokemon inside once he's back by the stage. At this point it's down to three Pokemon including the Beedrill (we'll just say Alfred was third in line). The other two are a Jigglypuff and a Cryogonal.]
These are the ones I have left. Do any of them call out to you specifically?
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...God, the poor motherfucker that gets strapped with that...]
Oh, the Beedrill is an option? I wasn't entirely certain if it was just for the demonstration, or one you're planning on using personally...
[He is eyeballing it so hard.]
Insects have personal significance to me, you see. So if you wouldn't mind...?
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It's intimidating okay.]
Yes, yes! I want all of my creations to get out there and do great things.
["Insects have personal significance to me." That's not...strange or anything. But he won't judge because after all, this is the science department.
He smirks instead, not passing up on an opportunity to give Alfred a little jab.]
As long as you don't set it loose in the base, by all means.
[He motions for the Beedrill to come over, which it does. It's now floating in front of Alfred for him to examine to his heart's content to make sure he really wants this one.]