[Shane Norwood]

He had been wondering, asking himself why he hadn't explored this portion of Harmonia Island yet. In fact, any sensible person would probably ask him the exact same thing. Supposedly, it was one of the highlights of the academy, and would likely be Shane's new favorite hangout spot during the dog days of summer. Clear waters, white sands, the occasional swift breeze. What better way to spend your day than out on the beach? In his mind, there was no other way right now.

Some rest and relaxation didn't hurt anyone. Mickey the Pichu seemed to agree with that particular as he was laid out on his back in the sand, soaking up the sun's rays. Gladius the Pawniard on the other hand? Not so much. Sure, he could use the downtime, just not here though. He preferred a more...dry...setting. The bladed pokemon stood standing, peering out into the ocean as far away from the shore as possible. He couldn't afford to have his body rusting up on him. Come to think of it, was rusting even possible?

In any case, Shane made it a point to explore as many areas as possible in order to assemble an all-around diverse and versatile team. Today would be no different. While he may be here savoring the tropical feel, apparently, water-type pokemon seemed to frequent the beach. And really, what kind of water pokemon wouldn't? Why not try and see what Shane and company could potentially dig up from the sands or fish out of from the water?

{squirtle would be nice! or maybe corphish? piplup? ducklett? or maybe...lapras!?}

[Kitten4u]

Behold!



Species: Ducklett
Gender: Male
Ability: Big Pecks
~Moves~
Feather Dance
Rain Dance
Air Slash
Brave Bird

[Shane Norwood]

Shane had contemplated going for a swim, as did Mickey. But not before a blue feathery pokemon had swooped in on them, as if it had decided that it was playtime. Using its wings, it proceeded to splash waves upon waves of water from the ocean shore on them. "Uhhh hey!" Shane cried out in distress. Spotting from a fair amount of distance away, Gladius had intervened, taking a few swipes with his bladed arms at this species that very much resembled a duck.

"Thanks for the save Gladius!" The Pawniard shrugged off the praise, eyeing the wild duckling. "Quite the mischievous little monster, are you?" the Bolt student called out to the blue bird. "Let's see just what sort of monster you are exactly..."

Cue the pokedex! "Ducklett, the Water Bird Pokémon. A skilled diver, Ducklett swims underwater in search of its favorite food: peat moss. When attacked, it uses its feathers to splash water, escaping under cover of the spray."

"Ducklett, eh? Well then..." Shane began, before Gladius stepped in again, as if he had some kind of intention to teach that naughty bird a lesson in respect. "You wanna give it a go, Gladius?" Looking up at his trainer upon hearing his inquiry, the dark-and-steel-type pokemon nodded. "Alright then, let's show 'em how we play!" They were ready.

The Ducklett took flight and waved its wings in a forward motion, and from seemingly out of nowhere, a slash attack was emanating. Shane and Gladius barely managed to sidestep out of harm's way. "Whoa, was that an Air Slash? Pretty nifty move." The blue bird then took a dive, an air dive that is, straight at them. "Wait for it..." Gladius waited. "Now! Fury Cutter!" And so he did, dealing slightly more damage with its successive blow.

The water bird pokemon took flight again, only this time, while engulfing itself in a bright light. Then, at a speed comparable to that of a sonic jet, Ducklett flew at Gladius again. Bam! A direct hit with what appeared to be a Brave Bird. Birdy took a hit as well, or it seemed. Nonetheless, the dirty-playing high-flyer went in for a second strike. But this time..."Slash!" And so he did. A critical hit, and it turned out to be enough of a hit to the ground that pesky web-footed devil.

"How about we show you how to play nice every once in a while?" With that being said, Shane heaved a pokeball at the wild feather-head.

Ducklett has been defeated!
Ducklett has been captured!