Running through the forest with his eyes closed, Hunter was still following the small glimmer that wound its way across Sinnoh.
Spotting a break in the trees, Hunter braced himself, and jumped over a path running through the woods.
He heard someone shout after him, but didn't pause until he noticed that the person on the path had a very strong Aura signature.
Hunter turned abruptly, scoring deep marks in the wood and jumped back to the path, finally landing on it.
He looked up at the man that had called after him.
The stranger wore a large, wide-brimmed blue hat with a peculiar symbol in the center. The back of the hat was jagged, as if it had been torn by something. He also wore a dark blue, long sleeved shirt and his black hair stuck out at odd angles.
The man folded his arms. "I've never seen anyone jump like that before. Who are you?"
"My name is Hunter. I should ask you the same question."
The man stuck out his hand. "I'm Riley. I can tell you're an Aura user."
Hunter nodded and shook. "The same to you."
Riley looked in the direction Hunter had been running. "What were you running like that for?"
"I'm looking for someone. He's disappeared and I need to find him."
"What's the rush for, though?"
"His…mate…is pregnant. She's almost due."
"He's a Pokémon, isn't he?"
Hunter nodded. "A Lucario I've had since he was a Riolu. I released him a year ago but he's disappeared."
Riley rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "Interesting. But can't you find them using Aura?"
"His signature's dropped off of my vision. I'm following a faint trial right now."
Riley nodded. "I see. I could probably help you."
"I'm fine on my own."
Riley folded his arms. "Isn't there anything I can do to help you?"
"Not really, but another caretaker for Mara couldn't hurt…"
"Mara?"
"My Lucario's mate. She used to be owned, too."
Riley nodded. "Alright then. Where do you live?"
"Veilstone City. There's a house on the outskirts of town, on a hill. Just follow her imprint and you should find her."
Riley nodded. "Alright. I hope I get the chance to know you better, Hunter. A pleasure meeting you."
He took out a Poké Ball and released the inhabitant.
Hunter watched as a Lucario appeared from the flash of light, then closed its eyes and ran in the direction of Veilstone.
Hunter watched Riley run after it, then continued on his own way. He could be a big help to Maylene, but he could also be a powerful ally. I hope I can find Taren, wherever he is.
He continued following the trail, heading towards Mt. Coronet.
I don't really think I introduced Riley very well, but I couldn't think of anything else.