1. The Story Begins [Video]

[trainingblitz]

[The camera is on a new face today. Ludwig stares into the camera with an even gaze, then begins his little introductory speech.]

Hello. I am Ludwig Beilschmidt, a new arrival to Johto. The first matter I would like to ask about is... I was recently informed by a nurse at the Pokemon Center here in New Bark Town that I have been started on what is called a "Pokemon journey." I received some details on what to do, but I would like to ask the rest of you... how should I start this "journey?" I think I'll stay in New Bark Town for a day or two before I begin traveling, but I need to know what to do from there.

The second matter is about the flyers for the breeding center that I have seen posted around town. I would like to take advantage of the "newbie deal" to get another Pokemon, but I'm unsure of what Pokemon I should get. Can you give me any recommendations? My first Pokemon is Elekid, an electric-type, so that should factor in your recommendations. [The camera pans to an Elekid, who jumps and gives a cheery "Ele!" in response to the camera being pointed at him. The camera then goes back to Ludwig's face.] See?

My final request is that, if you have encountered any people who refer to themselves as "countries" or "nations," please tell me who they are. I might know them. Thank you, and goodbye.

[The video feed ends here.]

Comments

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[timelymaid]

Hello, Ludwig! I'm Aradia Megido. As to how to start - that depends! Are you a trainer or a breeder?

I think the pokemon question hinges on that, too, although practical choices would be fire or water types. I'd suggest a flying type, too, but you can catch one of those easily enough.

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[usedlaserbeam]

Most people head west from New Bark Town to the next city over — it's called Cherrygrove, and it's a three-day walk from your current location.

As for the Pokemon you ought to get, I'd personally recommend something you'll be able to use for transportation once it hatches. An Onix or a Growlithe, perhaps, though you'd need to evolve the Growlithe before it'd be of a rideable size.

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[subtlecoruscate]

Most people head for Cherrygrove City. From then on, what you do is your choice.

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[islandshore]

Your best bet's to go with a grass or a water to deal with any ground types-- preferably water, since grass types have about twice as many weaknesses compared to water's two.

But if you want more details, I could always toss my guide your way. It's designed specifically for newbies like you.

[And while Riku may only be eighteen, that Charizard looming in the background suggests at least some level of experience.]

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[ragnarok_strike]

I met a guy who called himself a nation!
Don't know where's he's gotten off to...

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[gochuugoku]

[The feed shows China, except... it's not really China. It's his Zorua, Daji, in disguise, but no one would be able to tell just by the video.

Daji blinked her eyes a couple of times, tilting her head to the side slightly as she sent a curious look at Ludwig.]