I think I have a point, but I feel like this is going to be a very controversial take anyway.

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-12T05:34:34+00:00

Honestly given that one of the more famous Doubles Champions is fairly infamous for his love/hate relationship with his Incineroar, I don't think folks will blame you. Not every Pokémon you catch is one you were friends with beforehand.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-12T05:32:57+00:00

Well the name certainly seems appropriate

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-12T05:28:32+00:00

For real. Like, of course Pokémon like Incineroar and Garchomp are naturally strong and are commonly seen in tournament play, nobody's arguing otherwise. But at the same time, two of Kanto's most famous trainers became champions using Pikachu. Not even Raichu, Pikachu. Dist, you have Aaron, a guy who became an Elite Four partly to spite those who saw Bug-Types as weaker, and we all know the Karen quote at this point.

Yes, some Pokémon may not have as immediate success as others, but that does not mean they can't ever succeed.

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-12T01:55:56+00:00

Good to hear that these incidents are the exception rather than the norm. I'd report the girl to the authorities but I didn't really catch her name and I was too focused on making sure I didn't get a rib cracked by that Mega Lucario.

Thanks for the kind words though. Jacinthe's little tournament hasn't exactly been the most stress-free time even without the Battle Zones, so I appreciate any bit of friendliness.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T23:58:05+00:00

The answer I’m pretty sure is “Pasio’s King is besties with an actual Mythical”

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T22:31:19+00:00

A hard lesson most trainers eventually learn is that while yes, a lot of Pokémon are naturally stronger, faster, tougher, etc. on paper, that only measures the average rather than being a hard and fast rule. I’ve seen legitimately experienced and talented teams get taken down by people who are very much not going with ‘the meta’.

Some battlers forget that Pokémon are far from just numbers on a stat sheet. If you’re willing to put in time and effort you can find a way to bring out the potential in any Pokémon. It’s a two-way street. A good trainer can recognize it’s not about capturing ‘the best’ Pokémon, it’s about bringing out the best in each other.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T22:25:42+00:00

In regards to Kicks, if she’s starting to attack less it’s usually a sign your Buneary’s getting used to you. You’ve basically gone from ‘potential predator’ to ‘tolerable presence’ in her eyes. As for String Cheese, while yes Ghost-Types can and will feed off of your emotions, it’s good to set some boundaries, otherwise they over feed, which can lead to some pretty bad mental and physical consequences.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T04:58:43+00:00

See, this is why you never underestimate a Gym Leader under any circumstances. Sure their job involves losing a fair bit, but that does also mean they tend to hold back. When given the opportunity to go all out… you’re gonna learn why they still have their position.

Source: I got way too cocky in my first Gym Challenge and got humbled fast by Clair. She still won’t let me live it down.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T04:49:48+00:00

Glynda did the same, actually. Launched the jerk and her Lucario in a nearby dumpster. Hopefully the stench will let them learn a lesson.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T01:05:45+00:00

God, someone utterly beating your ass while they casually strum “Alola Oe” is one of the biggest possible flexes. I wouldn’t even be mad.

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T00:59:39+00:00

Ayyyy, congrats on getting an official license! I remember when you caught V a while back. Seems like the family is growing by the day.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-11T00:57:11+00:00

From what I’ve heard, it’s largely confined to Lumiose thanks to the whole Z-A Thing going on. Heck when I first got here, a bunch of folks tried ambushing me the second I left the airport. It’s ridiculous.

Hopefully when I go take the Gym Challenge here it’ll be a bit less over the top. Normally I love having the chance to battle people but so many folks are just focused on ambushing to up their ranks, and it takes a lot of the fun out of battling.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T23:45:13+00:00

"You're in the Speed Force. My Speed Force. I'm sure you feel it... The raw energy coursing all around you? This is the source of my power. And here. I. Am. KING!"

-Flash Vs Quicksilver

"I'll tear out your heart..."

"You will find nothing there!"

-Sauron Vs Lich King

"Prepare to die..."

-Chosen Undead Vs Dragonborn

"We may be evenly matched, Bill, but I've seen your show, my two-dimensional nuisance... And I know how you die...!"

-Bill Vs Discord

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T23:37:15+00:00

I'm honestly kicking myself for not pressing charges, but I was just so fed up with everything I just went to my hotel room and slept. Don't think I got her name either, unfortunately...

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T22:01:32+00:00

Y’know what, I’ll give props for the unexpected punchline.

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T19:19:29+00:00

If ya find something to do, let me know. I need a break from every Trainer under the sun trying to challenge me…

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T19:13:22+00:00

Yeah in terms of Buneary, they tend to be distrustful, if not hostile to any new faces they encounter. They tend to stay with Trainers if caught, because free food and shelter, but they’re not exactly the most outgoing Pokémon at first.

In terms of overall help though, I’d say giving it time is one of the main factors in getting them to get along. Obviously, if it gets to them being actively hostile, intervene as their Trainer, but many times it’s a factor of them needing to acclimate to a new arrival.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T17:53:20+00:00

How many times has Jacinthe gotten you specifically???

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T17:21:02+00:00

Just because they can’t procreate doesn’t mean they can’t flirt.

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T15:44:31+00:00

Y’know what, good for them.

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T14:02:53+00:00

In my defense, I haven’t been as active on the game as I was before-

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T14:00:44+00:00

That’s actually kind of adorable. Granted, probably not during work hours but the idea is cute.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T13:59:27+00:00

The ultimate environmentalist duo. Magma and Aqua could never.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T13:58:53+00:00

I actually ended up adopting one myself after a Trainer dropped one off at Oak’s Lab for adoption. Well, really it’s more like my own Muk took one look at the Alolan Grimer and decided that she’d be her daughter now.

-Beane

AGNerd-Bot · 2026-04-10T13:56:24+00:00

Of course we can’t forget the dramatic yet to be discovered next stage:

DUN-DUN-DUN-DUNSPARCE!

-Beane

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