[Celeste Bonnaire]

Celeste fought back the urge to grumble to herself as she paused to untangle her long hair from the thorny vines. She had already torn part of her shirt entering the Thorn Citadel, and now she was wondering if her struggle was worth it, especially since the Pokémon she was searching for could also be found in more easily accessible areas on campus. However, as she finally freed herself, Celeste straightened up to the pure sound of silence. The lack of people made the trip worth it. 

Pulling a Pokéball out of her pocket, Celeste released Aimee into the empty court. Smiling at the Gabite, Celeste spoke, "I know you wanted a chance to spread your limbs, so I'm giving you the opportunity. But, since we don't want to traumatize any new additions to the team, be careful and control your strength, alright?"

As per usual, Aimee growled under her breath, obviously displeased with the turn of events, just not enough to make a big deal about it.

((Looking for a shiny Eevee. Celeste has the fifth contest ribbon.))

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+1 to Helioptile, Axew, Swablu, and Houndour hatch counts

[Bena]

The odds are not in your favor



Species: Pinsir
Gender: Female
Ability: Mold Breaker
Moves: Submission | Seismic Toss | Trash | Swords Dance

[Celeste Bonnaire]

The further into the ruins they went, the sparser the vines became. And, Celeste was grateful for that. Glancing back at Aimee, she realized that dragon-type disliked cramped places to some extent, and the lessening vegetation was opening up the area around them. However, when Celeste turned the corner to come face-to-face with a Pinsir, she stumbled backwards in shock. The wild Pokémon seemed just as startled, and buzzed angrily, although it didn't rush to attack.

Keeping her distance, Celeste contemplated the situation. She could catch the Pinsir, but there really wasn't any need to. She wasn't a trainer, and Pinsirs weren't particularly well-liked onstage. If anything, she may as well take the chance to let Aimee blow off some steam. Glancing back at the Gabite, Celeste nodded, and Aimee leapt forward eagerly.

"Use Dragon Claw!" Celeste commanded as the Pinsir chattered in agitation. Aimee was quick to oblige, and stuck the wild Pokémon with two harsh, well-timed blows. "Good job! Now, use Dragon Rush!"

Taking advantage of the enemy's loss of balance, Aimee lowered her center of gravity and went careening into the Pinsir, throwing it across the room with a triumphant roar. Aimee knew she had won, and the Pinsir seemed to know it to, as it made no efforts to get back to its feet, accepting its defeat in silence.

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Pinsir defeated
+1 to Aimee's EXP
+1 to Helioptile, Axew, Swablu, and Houndour hatch counts