Ugh… where am I? Why do I feel all weird…?

Welcome. This is the portal that leads to the world of Pokémon. But before I can let you through, I have a few questions for you.

World of… Pokémon? Wait, what?

Yes. The world of Pokémon. That's where you're going.

Um… Okay…?

First, I need to figure out what kind of a Pokémon you should be turned into. So I'm going to give you a personality test.

Wait… you're going to TURN ME into a Pokémon?!

Yes. I know it sounds strange, but if it is a form that suits you, you'll do well enough.

Can I be a Charmander?

*Sigh* Only if you answer the questions right.

How about a Totodile? I've always wondered how-

Can we PLEASE just get on with this?

Okay! Okay! Sorry!!

Alright. Now… I'm going to ask you some questions. I want you answer them sincerely.

Okay…

Alright, let the interview begin.

Have you ever made a pitfall trap?

Um… No.

Do you hate to be the last person to leave class at the end of a school day?

Not really… but what kind of questions are these? Are these supposed to be—

Excuse me, I believe I'M the one asking the questions, not you.

Okay, fine!

Now… moving on. Pretend you're going bungee jumping for the first time. Since it's scary, you decide to test the jump first with a doll.

A… doll?

Yes, a doll. And when you do, the bungee cord snaps. Will you still try to make the jump anyway?

Heck no! That would be c- wait! Wait a minute. Yes. Yes, I would.

*Sigh* You're only saying that because you think it'll help you get a Charmander.

Um… yeah… So?

Whatever. It's not my place to question the motives of your answers. But just know that if you answer sincerely, you will get a form that suits you better. So anyway… next question:

You come across a treasure chest. What do you do?

Um… open it?

Wait, wait. I forgot. This is a multiple choice question. Your choices are: A) Open it right away, B) Wait a minute, it could be a trap, or C) Don't bother, because it's going to be empty.

Uh… it really depends. Where did I find this treasure chest? What does it look like?

Just pick the first answer that comes to mind.

I already told you the first thing that came to mind. I'd open it.

… Of course. Next question… When the going gets tough, do you get going?

Yeah!!

Figured. Next… there is a person you like. But there's no opportunity to get close. What do you do?

Multiple choice, I'm guessing?

Yes, but go ahead and give me your first thought. It might match with one of the options again.

I'd… say hello.

Very good, that was indeed one of the choices. The choices were: A) Bravely declare your love, B) Maybe say hello,

Wait, hold it!! Declare my love?? You didn't mention I had a CRUSH on this person!! You just said I liked them. I thought that meant I just… well, admired them.

Alright, fine! So be it! I thought I could hurry this up a little, but I suppose not. From now on, I'll just tell you the answers up front, and you choose between them. Fair enough?

Fine. And in that case, I'd choose to bravely declare my love. Charmanders are brave.

So be it. Next question… Do you occasionally consider yourself dull and overly cautious?

No. Charmanders are awesome and exciting.

Do you get the feeling that you've slowed down lately?

No way! Charmanders are full of energy all the time!

Last question. For crying out loud, you only got two multiple choice questions after all… Are you male or female?

Male.

Finally… alright, now let me see what kind of nature you have. You appear to be… the brave type.

Yes!! Yes!! I'm a Charmander! I knew it!!

Hold on a moment. I have to read this part to you first:

You have a strong sense of justice. You hate evil. You will take on any opponent. You are truly a hero. So go forth and fight for justice, for peace on earth. Fight the forces of evil. …Is this sounding like you at all?

Not really. I'm actually pretty shy… Never been called a hero before…

Well, in that case, work on becoming a hero. But anyway… since you're so brave and all… I have selected a Pokémon based on your answers. Ready to hear it?

Yessss….

Machop.

WHAT?!!

You can't say I didn't warn you.

WAIT!! MACHOP?! Don't those, like, have a low IQ?! I—I don't want to be a Machop!!

For crying out loud… I told you to answer truthfully, but did you listen? No… Instead, you gave me mixed answers, and it made your final result unpredictable. I really hope you're happy with yourself.

No!! No!! How is Machop a braver Pokémon than Charmander? They… they breathe fire and aren't afraid of anything!! They even grow up to be dragons!!

*Sigh* Well, the good news for you is that you get to choose who your best friend will be. No strings attached. So, mind getting this over with?

Wait… voice… whoever you are… can I… can I please start all over? Please??

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Once again, a human is changed into a Pokémon and thrust into a world full of rescue teams and mystery dungeons…

Once again, an unbreakable friendship is formed…

Yeah… you've heard this story before. There's nothing really new about it.

ScytheRider presents…

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team Pokémon