Vance Maxwell's Cinnabar Chronicle

[Monkey D. Luffy]

"Welcome to the official Pokémon compendium, an omnibus digest chronicling all the merry happenings of the Grand Fighting Festival! I am your battle reporter and esteemed journalist, Vance Maxwell, here with my trusty cohort Patrat, acting as my auxiliary set of eyes and ears. Reporting in from the isle of Cinnabar, I shall broadcast the scoop as fresh events unfold! Patrat will also be compiling a roster of contestants, detailing their prowess and achievements. To view all the indexed info, click right Here!"

[float=right]February 15th, 2015[/float]

"Unfortunately, despite my neutrality, inter-species prohibitions prevent me from relaying information directly from the island. Damn scalawags! How can they deny me such an opportunity? ME! Ahem, thus, for now I shall rely upon Patrat to infiltrate and deliver feedback. Sorry for the inconvenience!"
[float=right]Frustrated Reporter,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[float=right]March 10th, 2015[/float]

"After many pleas, the embargo has been lifted folks! Higher ups must've realized their error in preventing such an incredible white-collar with boundless renown such as myself from gracing their sanctuary with my presence. I, ??, am traveling via helicopter at this very moment. In approximately forty-seven minutes I will set foot upon the legendary isle of Pokémon! I probably should've mentioned to the pilot that I'm afraid of heights, WAAAHHH!!!—"
[float=right]First Time Tourist,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[float=right]March 25th, 2015[/float]

"Wretched monkeys stole my laptop no sooner than my feet hit the sandy beach! They even threw poo at me! What sort of barbaric welcome is that?! Luckily I brought my back up. Hah, imbeciles, thought you got one over on me eh? Though my brand new suit smells like feces, guh! Anyways, I'm back in business now. I bore witness to a climactic mashup of blades verses brawn, as today the tenacious Bisharp prevailed over the brutish Gurdurr in a test of might during the preliminary qualifying match! Just a sample of what we can expect in this heated competition!"
[float=right]Hot-Blooded Spectator,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[float=right]April 6th, 2015[/float]

"The officially sanctioned competition is underway, and boy what a doozy it proved to be. The first matchup included a peculiar young lad by the name of Luffy, a human like myself if you can believe it, going head to head with the 'train-stopper' Hariyama. Persevering through prejudice and trepidation, the seafarer triumphed spectacularly by pulverizing his husky opponent with a single strike! According to fans, never before has Hariyama been thrown off his feet, yet Luffy jettisoned the brute all the way into the arena's barricade. Keep your eyes on Team Mugiwara, I have an inkling this won't be the last time they slump our jaws!"

"I was also able to swing a quick interview with the three guest commentators. Not one of them seemed too inclined to speak with me at first, but throwing in some Pokepuffs seemed to sweeten them up, pun intended! Booyah!"

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  —| Interview with Pikachu |—
  
  So, Pikachu, who is your most favored team in the competition?
  
  Pi! Team Mugiwara sure is causing some static, and they seem pretty interesting, but my vote still goes to the electrifying Greased Lightning squad.
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  If you weren't busy as an officiator of the festival, what would you be doing elsewhere?
  
  Eating pecha berries, playing with Pichu, or just lounging around. It's better I stay active and energetic-kachu.
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  What impressions do you harbor of your fellow commenters?
  
  Roserade is pretty and smells nice, but she's quiet. Can come off as a bit snobby, but that's just her 'resting bitch face,' 'cause she's actually very polite and proper-pika.
  
  Machamp is a big, brawny lug-head, but he's actually sharper and more insightful than he looks, and works harder than anybody I've ever seen. Well deserving of his championship title.
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  It's no secret you covet an affectionate following. Anything you'd like to relay to your adoring fans?
  
  Pika Pi!
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  —| Interview with Roserade |—
  
  I bet the ladies are dying to know, just what is your secret to retaining such beauty and elegance?
  
  Nothing special.
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  Hailing from the Royal Kingdom yourself, can you describe the luxurious majesty of the imperial dominion?
  
  Nothing special.
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  Don't take this the wrong way, but you smell fantabulous! What sort of perfume do you wear?
  
  Nothing special.
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  Being head instructor of the royal dancers tribe, how have you mastered such eloquent and magnificent choreography?
  
  Practice.
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  —| Interview with Machamp |—
  
  So tell us, how does the reigning champ stay in such impressive shape?
  
  Heh, just a typical training regiment. 5,000 push-ups, 10,000 squats, 8,000 crunches, 40 mile jogging session, 1,000 boulder tosses, 3,000 Snorlax bench-presses, and 3 swimming laps around the island. After that warm-up I cook breakfast and prepare for mid-day training.
  
  . . . right, typical regiment . . .
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  How do you think this contest will compare to last year?
  
  If it's anythin' like the last festival, fans 'er in fer' a treat. They ain't just one on one battles on the reg. The Grand Fightin' Festival always tosses in some wild cards!
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  Any words of encouragement for aspiring contestants?
  
  My motto is simple. 'Might is right!' If ya' don't have the power to demolish obstacles in yer' way, then gain the power!
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  And what of those who desire to meet you toe to toe in the arena?
  
  Feh, bring it on!
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[float=right]Exulted Fan,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[Monkey D. Luffy]

[float=right]April 7th, 2015 @ 07:00 AM[/float]

"Early this morning, as the sun crept over the horizon, it was announced that today the festival will experience a brief intermission. We've been informed such is necessary in order to mend the damaged barricades of the arena. We can thank Mugiwara for that, folks! In his very first matchup, the daftly daffy captain displayed an uncanny level of strength one would never foresee a sprig of a man could possess. The higher-ups mentioned a special treat to compensate, however. I know I'm excited!"
[float=right]Intrigued Fan,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[float=right]April 7th, 2015 @ 10:00 AM[/float]

"OH BOY did the GFF administration deliver their promise. Drawing a crowd to the dainty competitive gymnasium fixed just to the colosseum's flank, a Junior Division of feisty little tykes was established! Jetting things off in the first match, we had the adorably vigorous Timburr flitting toe-to-toe with the preciously tenacious Oshawott!

The petit punch-off was timely, yet entertaining. Timburr's coveted log clashed against Oshawott's razor-edged scalchop, shattering both in the fender-bender of spirits. The pint-sized pugilists thus resorted to fisticuffs, wearing one another down, devoid signs of submission. Channeling everything they had left into a single blow of finality, the duo charged in.

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In a flash, the fiery match snuffed out. Both valiant juniors lye limp against the soot. Deemed a double knock-out, the two were unable to continue, and were accordingly eliminated. I feel for the participants that follow, as they have quite a duke to measure up to!"
[float=right]Overloaded By Cute,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[float=right]April 7th, 2015 @ 11:00 AM[/float]

"The next Junior Division matchup exhibited Riolu against Snivy. It was hot to the touch! They performed with hearts on shoulders. To be completely transparent, it's difficult to tell that I'm truly watching mere trainees. Any number of these talented combatants could give the adults a run for their money! The Fighting pokémon had Snivy on the ropes, but she persevered with determined resolve!

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After taking some hefty beatings on both ends, the grass-snake pokémon lashed out, using Riolu as a bipedal flyswatter with her ever-flexible vines. Seriously, she painted the floor with his face!

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However, quick on the recovery, the aura pokémon summoned a turbulent upsurge of power before taking the bull by the horns! Well, more accurately, taking Snivy by the tail!

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In a calamitous display of power, Riolu relinquished a pulsing Force Palm attack, succeeded by a smashing tail to conclude the match once and for all. Bring on the next one please!"
[float=right]Fired Up!,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[float=right]April 7th, 2015 @ 12:00 PM[/float]

"This one is a doozy folks! A spectacle, to be certain! Deviating from standard practice, the execs in the pokébiz have decidedly altered the next matchup to be a two-on-two scuffle! It's a male and female Meowstic butting heads against Plusle and Minun. Tag-team match baby!

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This fetching battle of cuddly versus cutesy invited me to reminisce about my old kitten Mr. Whiskers . . . sad face. Anywho, both couplets worked together in perfect harmony during this bout. It was, quite literally, a game of cat and mouse! The Meowstic duo gripped the reins, expelling powerful bursts of psionic energy. Though swift to react, Plusle and Minun fed off one another, so to speak, to amplify their intertwined virility!

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The psychic felines were relentless on the offensive, but the electrifying minimons proved far too agile. It all came down to brass tacks. Plusle and Minun charged up and sprung into action for a final combo. In a beautiful display of superiority, the Meowstic twins unleashed their full power typically held in check by both ears.

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Restraining their aggressors with supernatural forces, the kitties made short work of their peppy adversaries. The cat caught the mouse on this one! I feel dizzy from simply trying to keep up with this scurrying skirmish. Let's hope there's a break before the last match of the day!"
[float=right]Dizzied Deposer,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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[float=right]April 7th, 2015 @ 1:30 PM[/float]

"Alright peeps, this journalist is ripe and ready for the next sanctioned tussle. Raring to go, we've got the dustbunny Minccino prepped to sweep away the filthy attitude of her opponent, Pancham. The teensy panda's size sure does contradict his sizable personality! Attempting to quell the little guy's temperament, Minccino exuded a captivating Charm. To much dismay, Pancham's disposition held strong, soliciting him to mock the poor rodent.

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With her 'Baby-Doll Eyes' elicitation, Minccino nearly broke through the cub's pretension. Shaking himself free of her bewitching, Pancham let loose with a profane string of salacious insults. Minccino, perturbed by the enemy's vulgarity, twirled around and razed him with a battalion of pelting stars, compliments of her Swift attack. As retort, Pancham blasted his downtrodden opponent with a malicious discharge!

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With waning stamina, Minccino admirably stood to her feet with conviction smeared across her visage. Such fortitude evidently served as a catalyst for evolution! The crowd clamored while the dainty duster was suddenly enshrouded beneath a blanket of energy. Emerging from the luminous wreathes, what once was Minccino now stood a . . . a Cinccino!! The Pokémon evolved! An aghast Pancham soon become the victim, trounced by the powered-up chinchilla.

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Hurling dense, curled projectiles of dusty energy via Tail Slap, followed by a hammering Take Down, the panda bear's parting shots were silenced as he collapsed. Rising as not only a new victor, but a new pokémon, Cinccino had triumphed. What a day it has been! These little juniors have proven that size is of no consequence, I am looking forward to the main division now more than ever!"
[float=right]Striding Onward!,
~Vance Maxwell, Out![/float]

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