Robin and I arrived at the peaceful Accumula Town, however, we both sense the hostility in the air. The people of the town were gathered at the square.
"I wonder what all the commotion is about." said Robin as she squeezed her way through the crowd. When the events that were transpiring in the square came in sight, we stopped dead in our tracks. There were about twenty men and women dressed in a black suit. With the logo P stitched onto the front.
Robin said, "I recognize these people. They are called Team Plasma. My mother told me about this organization and that they were up to no good and to stay away from them. But, that's all I know"
They don't like hostile to me. I said. After a few minutes watching the townspeople chatter nervously and speculating about what was happening, a tallish, middle-aged man wearing a black cape and green hair, appeared from the mass of the Team Plasma members. He stepped in front of the crowd and announced, "Good Day to you all, the people of Accumula Town. I am Ghetsis, the leader of Team Plasma. I have come to deliver a message of our dreams and goals."
Everyone began muttering chatting in confusion as Ghetsis continued on. "Pokemon are beautiful creatures created by nature. It is a blessing that us humans can live beside pokemon. We can not and shall not take advantage of these creatures. However, the pokemon that we live beside do not get equality. They are treated as less than people. This is the wrong way of treating pokemon. Trainers shall not oppress the pokemon and command them to train and fight battles. It is inhumane. We should treat pokemon as our equals, not as slaves."
"What is this guy talking about?!" commented Robin. "We don't treat pokemon like slaves."
Ghetsis continued on, "The first step you can take to alleviate this wrong doing is if all trainers release their pokemon into the wild. This way, your pokemon will truly be free and happy."
With this statement, the crowd started rioting. People were yelling at Ghetsis, saying how that was unrealistic, and how it was outrageous he was even suggesting that.
"This guy is nuts." said Robin. A man ran up to try and punch Ghetsis. One of the members held up their weapon and shot the man, point blank. The man fell to the ground and he was dead. This caused everyone to scream in panic. "We have to get out of here!" said Robin.
Ghetsis shouted out, "Wait! We do not mean harm! If you cooperate, no one will get hurt. This man was foolish and did not want to conform. Before we take our leave, keep in mind of our goal, or ideal world for the pokemon. Let your pokemon go. Its what's best for them. "
With this statement, Team Plasma left the town square and got into their aircrafts, and they flew off toward the North. I don't agree with this Ghetsis guy. You seem to treat me with care and respect. I said to Robin.
"Yeah, but he seems to have created quite an influence" said Robin as she motioned towards the people in front of us letting their pokemon go. Shouldn't we stop those people. They are making a mistake. Right, Robin?
"I don't know anymore. It's not up to us to make that decision for them." The atmosphere seemed to be of mixed emotions. Some people were persuaded and released their pokemon, but others were angry and were ignoring Ghetsis's words.
Robin approached the pokemon store. "I don't have a lot of money, but I believe have to buy some potions." She entered the store and bought a few items. She came out and saw that all the townsfolk had moved on and continued with their daily routines. Robin took a deep breath of fresh air and said, "Wow. I was so distracted that I never realized how fresh the air smelled hear. Accumula City is surely the most peaceful city of Unova."
She looked at me and asked, "John, do you think it looks weird to constantly be holding a magikarp."
I responded, Well, people do glance at us every now and then.
"Well, good. I want to stand out!" said Robin jokingly. "Team Plasma downed the mood a bit, but I believe what should put the events that happened today behind us and get moving to Striaton City. I will be getting my first badge there! Would be willing battle there with Tepig."
Yes, I would like to battle there for you. I said. Robin replied, "John. You changed a bit from the first time I met you. You don't seem to be as timid." I blushed at her comment, but Robin didn't notice.
"First things, first. I have to start training you two. Strength does not just come from doing nothing!" said Robin. We headed into the woods and Robin called out Tepig. That was our first session training. Robin allowed Tepig to practice strengthening his ember and tackle while she allowed me to spare with Tepig. I was looking forward to the gym battle at Striaton City.