"Odd," a man remarked as he came out to the front of the group, his green and white cloak almost glistening in the sun. "Normally the Imperium sends at least a low-ranking general to carry prisoners. Well, no matter," he continued, turning to the group. "End fusion." A bright light surrounded the group. When it faded, Collin noticed they were all in clothing similar to his, and the Pokemon that their armor had been themed after were now standing beside them.
"Now, onto other matters," the man continued, now facing Collin and Darend again. "My name is Jason Kale. This is Serena," he added, motioning towards his Gardevoir as she gave a little curtsy, and we are the leaders of the First Legion of the Republic of Spiritonia. May I ask, what are your names?
"I am Darend, from the village of Ambleside."
"Ambleside? I thought that the village was burned down."
"It was. I am the only survivor, and the Imperium captured me before I could escape."
Lucas, that seems a little hard to believe. Can you check to see if he's telling the truth?
… No, he's blocking me.
Hmm…
Jason gave a nod. "That makes sense." He turned to Collin. "And you are?"
"I am Collin, and this is Lucas, Tenkai, and Richard."
"Where do you hail from?"
"I don't think you'd believe me if I told you."
"Try me."
"I come from the Hoenn Region."
Jason gave a gasp. "Hoenn Region? Then- You must be another Spirit Master!" He knelt down, and the crowd followed. "Hail, Collin of the Hoenn Region!"
The crowd gave a hearty "Hear, Hear!" followed by a cheer.
Collin wasn't sure how to respond. It took everything he had to keep his cool.
Jason got up. "We must take you to speak with our leader! Serena?"
She gave a nod, moving her arms in a sweeping motion, forming a bubble around everyone. There was a bright flash, and suddenly everyone was in a cave.
This chapter is more or less the same as it was in the original. Got rid of some awkward dialogue, but that's about it.
~Tenkai