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--again, Praetor! That is not enough ice.

[ The feed snaps on and swivels just a bit awkwardly, as though the recorder is trying to fit the Gear in its claws before it rights itself. Then the Gear turns and shows one scantily clad Empeor with her back turned, unaware of her Pokemon's scheme for video shenanigans. Standing large, proud, but head bending low to the ground, is Saber's Gyarados Praetor and there appears to be... large chunks of ice collecting before the short blonde.

To those wondering, the answer is quickly shown as Praetor's fangs freeze over with ice before she snaps her jaws several times to have the ice fall to the collection. It seems Saber has been at this for some time as there's quite a collection and a bag in her hand before she nods in approval and begins scooping up the ice in her bag. Remember, folks! She has to bend a bit to do this. ]

Very good, Praetor. This will last me for... hmm, a few minutes. Do not worry, I will treat you for this kindness later on-- [ As she talks, it sounds as though her throat caught up on something, sounding hoarse before she has a brief coughing fit, bursts of flame accompanying the sounds. She makes a frustrated noise, and the Pokemon holding the Gear briefly shakes with an amused chuckle before a delivery bird cries and flies its appearance into the scene.

Once she's recovered, Saber arches a brow while straightening herself and turns to face the Pidgeot. In the bird's talons is a rather... large bouquet of roses. As she takes the bouquet, Saber giggles. ]

Honestly, I must commend this secret admirer of mine: even through these diseases, they find time to send such love my way! Still... [ She takes a moment to give those roses a good whiff, then shake her head. ] Woe is my power, for I cannot hold these for long lest they turn into ash within my hands! Machina!

[ A Metagross lumbers onto the scene and Saber turns to place the bouquet right on top of his metal head with an amused laugh. To its credit, the Metagross doesn't look the slightest perturbed and awaits further orders. ] Place this with the others. I have a matter in which I must address to my audience.

[ The Pokemon holding the Gear jerks in surprise to that revelation. How did she know?! The Metagross goes to do as it's asked as Saber gives a stern look to the camera (and her mischievous Pokemon). ]

Truly, Aestus, if you wished to play around with the Gear, you should have told me! No matter, this will be brief, and I shall place a proper punishment on you later. [ She clears her throat, and small pillars of steam leave the corner of her lips as she does so. ]

Lately, it has come to my attention that there are those of us who are warriors, artisans of the battlefield back in our worlds. Though this realm places an odd restriction on carrying such, the authorities do not mind the crafting of wooden, practice ones. And I do believe with current events, having these extensions of our arms would be quite useful to have. That said, I, Saber, will be starting up a business of crafting these tools for others.

Do look forward for future updates on my progress.

[ Then she gives a very imperial wave and the feed quickly shuts. ]

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[ What was that about not bending forward? Because Saber is slightly doing so to give a slightly clinical look back at him. ]

Then ask away. I will need to iron out the details eventually.

*DANGIT--*

--eh?! T-That's not really... I mean, um... The whole thing, really... It's not like we've been given a tutorial in using powers or anything!

[ Bends just a little more... ]

Tutorials? Haha! The elements are within our bodies. It is only natural we are the masters of what our body can do, and are, thus, attuned to this!

Besides, I always had an affinity for fire. I usually employed them in my attacks.

*NO STOP IT the blood rushing to his face is making him have to avert his gaze and cough repeatedly... ice in his throat okok*

T-That's a lot easier for some people than others, I think...! Even if it's part of who we are at the moment it's not like everyone is autotuned like some kind of bad music video!

[ Oh, look, he has the coughing fits too! ]

Then they must learn or have the unfortunate accident of their power overwhelming them! Besides, we are given plenty of opportunities to practice. I do not see how this task would be difficult for others.

I... I really think the side-effects everyone is dealing with is more than enough without having to deal with people being overwhelmed left and right. Especially considering things like fire...

Are you insinuating I would be irresponsible with my power, butler?

. . .

Well, given your fiery personality. . .

Would you like the true extent of this "fiery personality" to bear down on you once you complete that sentence?

... er.

While that does sound rather scary, I think you might have a bit of difficulty bearing down upon me over the gear...

Oh, I have a very good memory. I shall hold this slight once we cross paths.

... eh? Eh?! Y-You're seriously going to remember that comment-?!

Is... Is this supposed to be one of those times where I'm relieved to be in Kanto...?

Kanto, is it? How fortunate! I have someone there I wish to meet. Perhaps that will be my next destination.

... if you mean Saber-san, I regret to inform you that we are not in the same town.

And do you think that will deter me? Kanto is a land I man not familiar with. I will have much to see and much to explore!

And I conveniently might have reason to slip back to Johto sometime, so there are even odds you'll slide over here while I slip back over there!

*what kind of game of tag is this...*

[ Hey. Blame Alice for her liking games like tag, though Saber is pretty sure this wouldn't be as infuriating ast he last one. ]

Then it is a good thing I have a fowl capable of flying me quickly to places!

Hey now, using a fowl might be considered a foul.

[ She laughs. ] And you think that to inconvenience an Emperor in her conquest? That would almost be adorable, but it changes nothing!

Adorable...? I hate to burst your bubble, but you're going to have a very hard time of things if you actually start thinking of me as a conquest.

Very well. A hunting game, then!

If that's what it's coming down to, I feel like I should let you know I'm not an easy target in any regard!

*Not even sounding like he's bragging, just like he's stating a fact.*

Then that makes things exciting. A game would not be fun without a little challenge now and then.

[ Said just as casually back. She's even smiling pleasantly. ]

It's going to be a bit more often then just now and then if you play this one~

Good. You will be my entertainment for some time, then.

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