A Test of Courage

[Linwelin]

[info]Used your Command roll.[/info]

The behavior doesn't completely desist, but two of the four reappear sheepishly, with Lynne being slowly lowered to the ground. The other two seemed to continue hovering things around the room, but it felt more like they were just playing with each other now.

The two that reappeared look to Lynne and Synn apologetically.

"Well, I can't really be mad at them now! After all, it got me some amazing shots!" George said, lifting up his camera. "But these Pokemon couldn't be behind the blue light, so there must be something else here." The photographer turns to address the two ghost Pokemon. "Could you point us in the right direction? Or help us find out the mysteries of this place?"

The Misdreavus looked at him quizzically as he spoke, but when they heard 'blue light', they seemed to get a bit nervous. It seemed as though they knew what it was you were looking for, and stared past you, back out into the hall.

Those who saw the blue light on the way to the room
You imagined that they were noting the presence in the room on the way here, but from their reaction, you guessed it was something big.

[Valiancy]

Synn smiles at the apologetic sprites and thanks them before addressing the other students.

We should backtrack to that room, but please.. PLEASE don't be so brash! Any of you! Still disgruntled with how they've been handling themselves, she offers a stern glance to each member of the party.

[Mysticsage]

Grey was both terrified and awestruck by the experience, His parents had done research at places like this before but he had never been in one himself. Now that he was he couldn't stop smiling even though Hiro did his best to cling to his chest wrapping around him like a monkey. Grey did his best to stand as Hiro would now officially not be letting go anytime soon and was so freaked out that grey doubted he would stay in his pokeball. So Grey supported him with his forearm as Hiro clinged to his jackt and neck his legs wrapped around the thin trainers waist. At least this way he would not be tripping.

"Sorry, about this guys Hiro doesn't like to be spooked." He laughed lightly and seemed to be handling his own fears well enough. This was another opportunity to see if he could push himself. He moved over to be more central to the room under the ghost pokemon. "So this is your home huh? Well I hope you don't mind us barging in unannounced." He figured talking to them as if everything was normal might put him more at ease.

[info]Charm roll to chat with ghosts
using 5 karma for +1d6
[blockquote]Rolled 4d6+4 : 6, 2, 6, 3 + 4, total 21[/blockquote]

scanning misdreveaus
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[Throndir]

Nena

When the commotion began dying down, and George had started rambling about pictures again, only then did Nena peak out again. There were still two of the Ghost Pokemon playing with each other, but the last two seemed to hover around both Synne and Lynne almost apologetically. She wanted to get away from everything, and she had begun to decide that going to the haunted building wasn't the best idea. But the girl started to slowly stand up. She was hesitant at first as she removed her hands covering her eyes, willing them to unclench as she began to steadily control her once rapid pulse. She forced herself to calm down - to pacify her nerves but more importantly to ease her mind. Determined she strode forward.

[spoiler=Open/Close for music]http://www.youtube.com/v/Wq7OMrNEDpY&autoplay=1

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In truth she was slightly dismayed that her lack of her fears earlier were because of the Misdreavus draining them away. She was happy, almost elated at first knowing that she wasn't afraid of scary things. Things that she knew would cause her to jump, or even panic. Things that she knew she wouldn't have normally been able to handle very well. Yet, knowing the fact that the Pokemon had taken those fears away from her, and consumed them as if they were nothing, made that sense of achievement feel almost worthless. It was if she succeeded through someone' else's power, not her own. And this didn't set well with the young nurse-in-training.

Now and perhaps more than ever however, she was determined to overcome her fears. Not by the power of Pokemon, but by herself. Even if she didn't completely defeat it, a step in the right direction was something she truly wanted. She stepped forward, ignoring the panicky feelings within her that continued its relentless assault. She felt the fear rise again, but she pushed it away. Over and over again.

Nevermind the fact that she wanted to tell her sister stories of a haunted building, or even the sense of adventure of the seemingly haunted building. She wanted to overcome her fears. Quelling the negative emotions into submission, ignoring what her mind was telling her to do. She would have that as an accomplishment that she herself would remember in times to come. To hold on to when she was placed in similar predicaments.

To some, it would have been something silly. But to her it was important. She had always been sheltered unlike her sister who had been many times more adventurous. And even if she wasn't the bravest person in the world, she'll at least have this.

Finally reaching the two playing Misdreavus, Nena reached out for one. Her face not of fear, but one of determination, and for the young nurse, that was enough.

[Oath]

Lynne Lockley

Lynne was shaken, she let out a loud gasp, not quite a scream and did her best not to panic. It was definitely different than what she was used to, with all the years she spent around Pokemon both at home, and at her grandparents daycare, but they didn't seem to be aggressive. She definitely was uncomfortable as they flew her around. She did her best to smile. The others seemed quite upset about the play of these creatures, and after a scolding, they brought Lynne back to the ground. Her legs were wobbly as she regained her composure. "Don't worry about it little guys! It was a little scary, but it was still fun to fly through the air! Don't need to be disheartened. Do you want to help us explore the building? There's some weird stuff we want to look for, and we would feel better if you came along!

Lynne could remember the blue light, and wasn't sure what it was, but having more companions around would probably be for the best, and the rest of the group seemed to be getting along with the Misdrevus, even Nena, who seemed to be the most afraid was stepping forward.

[info]Charm! [blockquote]Rolled 4d6+3 : 2, 2, 5, 5 + 3, total 17[/blockquote][/info]

[Linwelin]

Nena

The Misdreavus ceased their playing and watched in surprise as you approached them, scanning you. It was an unexpected act from one they knew was scared; they could sense your fears, your panic, but you were surprised when they didn't absorb them like before. As you came closer, arms outstretched, the Misdreavus that had been with you from the start drew forward to meet you, recognizing your determination. The expression on the Pokemon changed from serious to gently smiling, as it floated into your arms for an embrace. It was surprisingly corporeal, and though different in texture, both its hair and body felt silken to the touch when you held it. By fighting your fears, you came to realize that though it was a ghost, Misdreavus was a ghost Pokemon. And Pokemon at their base were no different than you, just wishing to get along with those in their path. The other Misdreavus floated in circles above you, smiling at the sight.

"Wow, Nena. I'm impressed!" George said from the side, still taking pictures, mainly of Nena embracing a Ghost-Type. The rest of you also watched in surprise at the somewhat touching moment.

[info]+1 Trainer exp for Nena for confronting her fears.[/info]
Lynne

With the atmosphere from Nena and the other two Misdreavus, the two floating before you also became more friendly. At the mention of other 'weird things' that you were looking for, the Misdreavus seemed to falter, as though they knew what you were talking about. Still, despite their unsettled behavior at the mention of others, they seemed willing to follow along.

Grey

The Misdreavus didn't really seem to mind your presence. Or more specifically, Hiro's. On of them floated down to the Machop and you watched as he went through cycles of fear and calmness. It was hard to read how Hiro felt about this, but the Misdreavus seemed to be enjoying itself. After a short while the Misdreavus went back to floating around the group, a little happier. Hiro seemed unsettled.

[Throndir]

Nena

The nurse giggled as she held the Pokemon that felt like silk to the touch. Now that she could actually feel the Pokemon in her arms, and even take a good luck at the gently smiling face, Nena's fears subsided even more. There was no more worry about the Misdreavus simply eating up her fears, because in truth she felt none - at least not when she held the Misdreavus. Smiling, and at times giggling, Nena simply basked in that moment as the other Misdreavus floated around her.

She too smiled brightly as she pulled away from holding the Pokemon.

"You're just really playful, aren't you?" Nena asked the one she had been holding just moments before. She looked at the Pokemon's eyes gently, her eyes full of happiness.

"And thank you." Nena said, glad that she was able to muster enough courage to face one of her fears. It wouldn't have been able to happen with the Misdreavus.

[Throndir]

[info][blockquote]Nena's Charm for that one specific Misdreavus 3d6+1 : 5, 4, 3 + 1, total 13[/blockquote][/info]

[Throndir]

[info]Adding 1d6, 5 karma, resolved it myself.
[blockquote]Rolled 1d6 : 3, total 3[/blockquote][/info]