kaisou | [Semi-Closed] Catch-all log for threads

[When Sorey starts talking about different types of pokemon that can be used, Jun will actually pull out a small notepad and jot down a couple notes so he can remember. Alakazam and Zubat...alright. He'll have to research those later.]

That makes sense. I'm pretty used to using non-modern methods for things, so I don't mind doing it the old fashion way.

[One of the small benefits of growing up in isolated cults.]

I'll let you know if I find anything, they're mostly shops that tend to be full of strange odds and ends. [...] We should try to be careful about the Goodwill though, I've known a few people end up with questionable items from it.

[The less said the better. He glances over at Yuuki. Not sure why he's being so boastful, but if he's insisting]

Alright Yuuki, if it's really no trouble for you. Thank you.

[At Jun's comment, Yuuki just glares at him before muttering "whatever" and pulling his headphones on to listen to anything but that annoying, holier-than-thou jerk. He knows exactly what he's doing, and Yuuki is not having any of it.

That Jun might not, actually, have any idea how he's coming off is lost on Yuuki. No one is that oblivious.]

[Sorey scratches his cheek at that comment about the Goodwill.]

Ahaha... yeah, I've been hearing things about that. I haven't gone inside it much myself, to be honest. It makes me a little nervous.

[Which, honestly, says a lot considering who's saying that.

HOO BOY, THOUGH. These two really know how to unintentionally get under the other's skin. Sorey is doing his level best to keep his expression from changing too much. ...Although, given his current company, that might not be too hard to pull off.]

How far out are we, Jun?

[....Jun blinks at Yuuki's sudden turn in attitude. Just what was that about? He thought he was being polite and professional.

...

Whatever. ]

I can go with you, I've been there a few times with Ryouta. [Looking for items he'll never tell Sorey about] And hmm...I'd say we're halfway there?

[Sorey gives Jun a smile.]

I'd appreciate it!

[He also appreciates not being told about whatever items the couple were looking for. That said, the fact that they're only halfway to the berry trees has the gears in Sorey's head turning.]

Hm... perhaps we should consider catching Pokemon we can ride for the next excursion. Even for us, hiking all around the region will be difficult and time-consuming for long-term projects.

[Ugh, and the longer he's here, the itchier he feels. A telltale sign that his fae curse is acting up, making him want to transform into a dragon. He sighs softly, looking a little apologetic at Jun.]

I may have to meditate for a few minutes when we reach our destination. I've found it helps me stay human longer in Spirit Realms.

[Riding Pokemon huh? He considers that. He'll have to take riding lessons certainly, but he could see the merit]

That's not a bad idea. I have teleportation, but there's a lot of limits to it that makes it less ideal in the Spirit Realm. [- And knowing there's probably someone in this group that might point out why he didn't use it today] Like how all the wild Pokemon roaming around in this realm means there's always a chance I might teleport us next to a hostile one.

[He says it with a knowing tone that implies that definitely happened to him before. Just what made that Paras so angry? But in other words, he wasn't holding out on them out of spite! That honor goes to Varian and Varian alone.

But ah...so Sorey's having trouble huh? Jun isn't feeling the effects as much, but they weren't anywhere near the full moon, so that's to be expected. He'll give Sorey a concerning glance]

Oh ... Do you want to take a meditation break now? I can scout ahead to make sure I'm not sending us on a wild goose chase.

[Yuuki slips his headphones off. He's not itching at all, but with how often he's a cat that's no surprise. He's just used to it.]

What do you turn into, Doctor?

[At the explanation for Jun's reluctance to teleport, Sorey gives a nod to that.]

The caution is certainly appreciated. Developing safe areas to teleport to might not be a bad idea, but we'll consider our priorities and goals after we've completed this request.

[The brunet considers his current state of itchiness and how mentally he's doing. His draconic instincts outside of Spirit Realms tends to be more subtle. They're becoming a little more overt right now, but it's still manageable so far.]

No, not yet, but I'm keeping an eye on it, I promise. My instincts aren't trying to assert themselves, and the itchiness is uncomfortable, but not too bad just yet. I might have to transform when we're ready to head back, though.

[He glances over to Yuuki, smiling but a little embarrassed. Because of unknown reasons that honestly only Mikleo knows right now, and it'll stay that way.]

Um, a dragon. According to the fae that cursed me, that was my 'inner beast.' I think it surprised them just as much as it did me.

[Jun will give a nod of understanding. He jots down "teleport safe areas?" on his notepad before he puts it away]

Alright, we'll keep going then. But if you do need a break, let us know okay? Same goes to you too Yuuki.

[Jun is confident he won't need a break, but he is well aware what he can handle far surpasses a normal person.

And he gives a softest of snorts]

...Considering how some people react to you, it's less of a surprise to me. You have people who fight gods get anxious at the sound of your name.

Yeah, because he's a therapist and people who fight gods probably aren't good at therapy or whatever.

[He's just saying, the characters in video games who fight gods super aren't okay.]

[Sorey sweats in therapist. He sees three Warriors of Light as their therapist, and, honestly, he very much agrees with Yuuki and Jun's assessments.]

They do have... interesting ways to cope with their trauma, certainly. That they've asked me what a psychologist is spoke much about how mental health is in their world. Still... all I can do is my best to put them at ease. It's not like I'm a scary or bad person.

[Pause.]

I'm... fairly certain, anyway.

[With some people's reactions, he really does have to wonder sometimes.]

[Okay yeah that gets a snort out of Jun because he can't deny it either.]

You're not wrong. Considering Amal tried to fight even Santa last Christmas...

[Who the frick sees St. Nick and goes "I'm gonna fight that" and can still be called mentally sound]

Well, I don't think you're scary.

[says the tiny nuke]

[Choking on laughter yep--]

Doctor, if you're scary then Sensei's not a prickly asshole.

[He likes Abasi, he swears.]

[Aw, Jun.]

Cheers, dove.

[Honestly, Yuuki laughing at the thought is comforting in a weird way.]

He certainly has a way with people. [He's trying, Abasi, he really is.] Anyways, I appreciate you both for the kind words! I was starting to doubt myself a little, unfortunately.

[He'll grin at the nickname. He hasn't met Abasi so he can't comment on him]

Aw, I wouldn't let it get to you, Sorey. I have also been having people ask about you ever since you posted to Smash-or-Simp, so I think you have admirers too.

Smash or what?

[Hi, he's eighteen and has no idea that happened.]

[Sorey chuckles and scratches his cheek in slight embarrassment.]

I really hadn't thought I'd get that kind of response, but I suppose it makes sense. Maybe I should've used a different picture.

[Oh, no, Yuuki asks and he's gone from slightly embarrassed to very embarrassed judging by how red his face goes.]

It's... nothing! Mmhm, nothing!

[HELP—]

[THE GODS HAVE DECIDED THERE'LL BE NO HELP. Jun considers for a moment- but Yuuki's 18, he's old enough to at least know]

Smash or Simp. It's a post the older app users do once and awhile. They all post hot photos of themselves and others comment and talk about how attractive they are and if they'd like to well.......smash.

[. . .]

Why.

[Like, Yuuki gets the desire to look at hot people, but why the people on the app?!]

Oh, lots of reasons, but I think most of it is simply for fun and body positivity. They were all quite nice about it when I posted.

[Not that the old photo quite reflects what he looks like right now. He's had dragon scales on his shoulders since the first day he arrived in Kaisou, after all.]

[Wow Sorey manages to turn it to something positive and wholesome. Well played.]

Mm. I watched through Mikleo's account because I was curious and everyone participating seemed to be really nice to each other, but sincere at the same time. [It's not really his thing and he probably won't participate once he hits of age, but he doesn't see the harm in it]

I was particularly glad to see so many people react so well to Vash. He's...really sensitive about being seen as a freak, so I know it probably took a lot for him to put himself out there.

[You know, the guy Yuuki openly called a freak. So if Yuuki is wondering why Jun snapped at him, it's that. ]

[Your jabs, sir, are not subtle and only serve to annoy Yuuki, who's tail starts lashing in annoyance. He glances back down at his phone with a scoff.]

Smash or Simp makes it sound like everyone's thirsty, though. Maybe get a new name.

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[This has given Sorey some much needed context. He can empathize with Vash, even if only a little.]

Well, it's true that some people are, and some do post thirst trap pictures, but there's no harm in it. The ones who run it keep a careful eye out to make sure everyone is safe, consenting, and unnecessarily mean. It's certainly better than hot or not.

[He gives a nod to Jun.]

I hadn't known that about Vash, but I'll be sure to keep that in mind from now on.

[There will be a Talk about that. It's just a matter of getting Yuuki alone and willing to learn without completely tanking the trust both boys have for him.]

[It was meant less a jab and more just giving him an explanation without directly calling him out and making a scene. One that Yuuki clearly didn't like. Well...whatever.

He does bite back a remark about how he's supposed to be the Christian prude here, choosing to avoid that jab and keeping his remark more neutral]

Mm. And there's nothing wrong with people engaging with sexual things if everyone's into it.

[Will he participate once he's 20? Probably not. Witnessing it this time, he could tell it's not really his scene. But he didn't have an issue with it. ]

Tch. Obviously--

[Whatever he was going to say is cut off by Maru yipping and tugging on Yuuki's pants before dashing a few steps ahead and to the left.]

Maru might have spotted something. Be right back.

[And off he goes to see what his Fidough found. Hopefully berries.]

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