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Pokemon Ranger: Crimson Dawn (No SV You are a Kanto Warlord)

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The New Sherriff

Sheriff Leon Clark.

Stats:

Diplomacy: D20 => 8+1+1=10
Though blunt and straightforward in his approach, Leon has a deep sense of care for his community. He's not a smooth talker, but when he speaks, his sincerity and dedication often resonate with those who know him well. He's effective at getting the job done, even if his wordsmithing isn't the most elegant.

Martial: D20 => 18+1+5+1=25
Leon's true strength lies in his tactical and strategic abilities. He was a bright star during his time in Tactical Ops and is known for his brilliance in coordinating both Pokémon and human resources in high-pressure situations. His battlefield instincts, coupled with his sheer physical power, make him a formidable opponent, whether dealing with outlaws or wild Pokémon.

Stewardship: D20 => 17+1+1=19
A fantastic manager of resources and finances, Leon is adept at making the most of limited funds or supplies. His sharp mind ensures that his precinct runs smoothly, and he can stretch every dollar to its fullest potential, often turning even small budgets into great outcomes for his team.

Intrigue: D20 => 12+1+1=14
While not a master of deception or subterfuge, Leon is no fool. His experience as a Pokémon Ranger in Tactical Ops has given him an understanding of the shadows and the games people play. Though he doesn't excel in intricate schemes, he has a nose for sniffing out hidden motives and potential dangers.

Learning: D20 => 17+1+1=19
Leon is a well-read and intelligent man, constantly absorbing knowledge about tactics, law enforcement, and various Pokémon ecosystems. His intellectual curiosity has made him a capable leader who is always looking for innovative ways to solve problems and improve his community.

Personal Combat Skill: D20 => 3+1+5+1=10*
While Leon's physical body is in excellent shape, circumstances beyond his control—perhaps an injury or illness—have diminished his ability to engage in prolonged personal combat. Despite this, his resolve remains strong, and he can still hold his own in short bursts when necessary.

Occult Potential: D20 => 5+1+1=7
Though Leon isn't particularly superstitious, he's witnessed firsthand the strange and unsettling phenomena surrounding Lavender Town's ghosts. He doesn't fully understand the supernatural, but he's not entirely closed off to its existence, either. However, it remains a realm he would rather avoid.


Traits!:

"Pokemon Ranger (Tactical): You are Pokemon Ranger, a Specialized Law enforcement officer who operates above and beyond the Rule of any individual nation or law, when relating to matters of Pokemon and the stability of the Regions. You are in Tactical, the specialized combat team.(+1 all stats, +5 Martial and Personal Combat. +5 to all rolls within the Kanto Region, can intimidate people with authority. +10 to all martial rolls and Combat rolls when learning a team)

"Sheriff"-You are a Sheriff of Pallet Town, the head of the police and arm of the criminal justice system that stretches across Kanto. (+1 all Stats, +5 to all rolls related to Improving civil infrastructure and tax collection and combat rolls, can rally a posse and grant an additional +15 to combat rolls)

"Marked"- One does not simply Walk Away from Lavander Town unscathed. (???, Personal Combat Halved.)
 
Cyberphilosipher said:
The New Sherriff

Sheriff Leon Clark.

Stats:

Diplomacy: D20 => 8+1+1=10
Though blunt and straightforward in his approach, Leon has a deep sense of care for his community. He's not a smooth talker, but when he speaks, his sincerity and dedication often resonate with those who know him well. He's effective at getting the job done, even if his wordsmithing isn't the most elegant.

Martial: D20 => 18+1+5+1=25
Leon's true strength lies in his tactical and strategic abilities. He was a bright star during his time in Tactical Ops and is known for his brilliance in coordinating both Pokémon and human resources in high-pressure situations. His battlefield instincts, coupled with his sheer physical power, make him a formidable opponent, whether dealing with outlaws or wild Pokémon.

Stewardship: D20 => 17+1+1=19
A fantastic manager of resources and finances, Leon is adept at making the most of limited funds or supplies. His sharp mind ensures that his precinct runs smoothly, and he can stretch every dollar to its fullest potential, often turning even small budgets into great outcomes for his team.

Intrigue: D20 => 12+1+1=14
While not a master of deception or subterfuge, Leon is no fool. His experience as a Pokémon Ranger in Tactical Ops has given him an understanding of the shadows and the games people play. Though he doesn't excel in intricate schemes, he has a nose for sniffing out hidden motives and potential dangers.

Learning: D20 => 17+1+1=19
Leon is a well-read and intelligent man, constantly absorbing knowledge about tactics, law enforcement, and various Pokémon ecosystems. His intellectual curiosity has made him a capable leader who is always looking for innovative ways to solve problems and improve his community.

Personal Combat Skill: D20 => 3+1+5+1=10*
While Leon's physical body is in excellent shape, circumstances beyond his control—perhaps an injury or illness—have diminished his ability to engage in prolonged personal combat. Despite this, his resolve remains strong, and he can still hold his own in short bursts when necessary.

Occult Potential: D20 => 5+1+1=7
Though Leon isn't particularly superstitious, he's witnessed firsthand the strange and unsettling phenomena surrounding Lavender Town's ghosts. He doesn't fully understand the supernatural, but he's not entirely closed off to its existence, either. However, it remains a realm he would rather avoid.


Traits!:

"Pokemon Ranger (Tactical): You are Pokemon Ranger, a Specialized Law enforcement officer who operates above and beyond the Rule of any individual nation or law, when relating to matters of Pokemon and the stability of the Regions. You are in Tactical, the specialized combat team.(+1 all stats, +5 Martial and Personal Combat. +5 to all rolls within the Kanto Region, can intimidate people with authority. +10 to all martial rolls and Combat rolls when learning a team)

"Sheriff"-You are a Sheriff of Pallet Town, the head of the police and arm of the criminal justice system that stretches across Kanto. (+1 all Stats, +5 to all rolls related to Improving civil infrastructure and tax collection and combat rolls, can rally a posse and grant an additional +15 to combat rolls)

"Marked"- One does not simply Walk Away from Lavander Town unscathed. (???, Personal Combat Halved.)
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Interesting, i can imagine either a big boss or solid snake expy working for the ranger union, a person who is not above warcrimes to get the mission done
 
I almost forgot the Beancounter.

Fox Masters

Stats

Diplomacy: 7+4=11 (Civil and urbane, and very competent.)

Martial: 2+3=5 (His battling days were short and he was uneventful)

Stewardship:17+6+3=26 (A Master beancounter and administrator)

Intrigue: 1+2=3 (A Terrible lier)

Learning:14 (Skilled in practical sciences)

Personal Combat Skill: 20+3=23 (A fit and powerful man)

Occult Potential: 1 (He has no belief in the supernatural at all)

Traits!:

"Civil Administrator"- You are a Civil Administrator, a man skilled in the art of making budgets get to where they need to go. (+6 Stewardship, +4 Diplomacy, +2 intrigue)

"Badass Buracrat"- You are no stranger to being intimidated and trained your body and pokemon to be the pinicle of human combat ability. (+3 PC, Martial and Stewardship, +10 to combat rolls)
 
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    (Oak POV)

    He had hoped that the new blood would make the preperations easier.

    Another explosion rocked the Lab.

    Damn it Bill.

    He had been mistaken. Dispite everything, He was still losing money and the help had lightened the load, but even so…

    He would soon be out of seed money and he needed to firm up an administration.

    Properly.


    Resources 760
    Income:

    +100 (Lecture Series Royalties)
    +300 (Pallet Town Protector Tribute)
    +200 (Rent from Lab)

    Total: 600 Wealth.

    Expenditures:

    -600 (Pokemon Ranch Upkeep)

    (You may assign, Oak, Luna and Anabel, Dr Velt, Clark and Fox to one action, Bill is locked on the research action)


    Diplomacy: A Quiet town like Pallet is a place where everyone knows everyone. It was charming.
    (Choose 2)

    []Outreach and you (Veridian City): You know damn well that a fleet is only as good as the ships in it…now you don't like that damn city or Giovanni, but you think an honest conversation is in order. Cost: 100 DC:50/60/70/100 Reward: You meet with Giovanni, and find out whats going on.

    []A Small Visit: Blaine knew that you would come by to visit again for an expanded discussion, at least one of your advisors will, and he's correct, trade is in order. Cost: 10 DC:60/70, Reward: Unlock Income from Trade with Blaine.

    []Public Outreach and The Works of All: What people need to know about is confidence and results, the thing is getting them primed to hear it. Cost: 100 DC:50/60 Reward: You learn about the Public Perception in Pallet town.

    []Outreach and you (Fuchsia City): With the Sea Lanes being open somewhat we can finally go across the way to the nearest ports, Koga is many things, but dishonest to Pallet Town has never been one of them. Cost: 100 DC:50/60/70/100 Reward: You meet with Koga and learn what he's doing.

    []Outreach and you (Cerulean City): Poor Cerulean City, held together by public works and fear, now we can actually visit and see how things are going. Cost: 100 DC:50/60/70/100 Reward: Meet Misty and see how bad things are going.

    Martial: Defending a Town From Bandits…what has this world come to.
    (Choose 2)

    []The Terrors of Route 1: So some teenager, who probably had authority problems, is now running what is essentially a racketeering ring on Route One. A bit of terror attacks should make them clear up. Cost: 40 DC:??? Reward: You scare off one of the ruffians on Route One.

    []Arm a Militia: You don't think someone with a Pokemon will be enough for keeping a town watch up, lets see can be found to arm them properly. Cost: 20 DC:??? Reward: Find what weapons you have and give them to the youth.

    []Combat hands make Light work: You are going to train the Ranch Hands Personally how to be better trainers and people, the Ranch needs such things now. Cost: 10 DC:??? Reward: Train the Ranch Hands in combat, to be better trainers.

    Stewardship: It is You and the Ranch, always your ranch.
    (Choose 2)

    []Finally, Beguin to Levy the Taxes: It is time to levy the Emergency Tax Revenues so you can finally fix things. Cost: 0, DC:??? Reward: Income, finally more income.

    []Open the Markets: Pallet Town's Old Port hasn't seen real trade in years, but now with the chaos perhaps we have a Niche in the Market open to exploit.

    []Ranch Care and You: You care for the Pokemon, and see if anyone catches your eye. Cost:0 DC:10 Reward: You care for your Pokemon on the Ranch.

    []Spend time with the Ranch Hands: The Hands are honest folk, they need more guidance or just a decent time to listen. Cost:0 DC:10 Reward: You spend time with the Hands.


    Intrigue: Even now you had poor thoughts on using your intellect for such things.
    (Choose 1)

    []Hire a Spy: You never saw the need for such a man, but you needed to be realistic. Cost: 120 DC:60 Reward: Hire a spy

    []Padlock The Ranch: You don't want any of your Pokemon stolen, an extra Padlock on the gate shouldn't hurt. Cost: 20 DC:100 Reward: Lock up the Ranch.

    []An Outside Bet: What is the Outside world doing, the Rangers are busy and well everyone else seems to be confused. Cost: 30 DC:?? Reward: Find out what the government is doing and unlock the Johto/ Pokemon Ranger Rumor mill.

    []Information for Sale: Its been a while since you've visited New Bark Town, perhaps a visit is in order, of course anyone who goes will have to break the Ranger Blockade, but that is easy enough. Cost: 50 DC: 65/75/85 Reward: You sell information to Professor Elm and hope he gets it to the right people.

    []Into the Forests of Veridian: The City was Giovanni's…he worked hard to make sure that it was so, but you didn't want to be behind the times. Cost: 10 DC:50/60/80 Reward: You spy on Veridian City

    []Winthin Cinnibar's Wake: Blaine was never one to be forthcoming with things, its time to see what he's hiding properly. Cost 10 DC: 40/60/70 Reward: You Spy on Cinnibar Island.

    Learning: You shut down the Lab to Save Money, and supplies, you hope that wasn't a mistake.
    (Choose 1)

    Continuing action:

    [x] Devion Corp Running Shoes: The Devion Corp Running Shoes are cutting-edge footwear
    designed for trainers on the move. Crafted with lightweight, breathable materials, these shoes feature a reinforced sole that adapts to any terrain, whether you're sprinting through grassy fields or trekking up rocky mountains. Cost: 500 DC:600 Progress, Reward: You create The Running Shoes.
    - [x] Bill
    Current Progress: 256

    []Restart the Lab: Okay…reopen the Lab, you hope you have the supplies to do it. Cost: 1000 DC:100 Reward: You reopen the Lab.

    []Silph Co. Travel and PokéPack: The Silph Co. Travel and PokéPack is a groundbreaking, state-of-the-art backpack engineered for elite Pokémon trainers. Designed with cutting-edge technology, this high-end gear revolutionizes how trainers operate in the field. Crafted from ultra-light yet incredibly durable materials, the PokéPack is both water-resistant and shockproof, ensuring it can withstand the harshest environments, from the depths of caves to the heights of mountains. Cost: 1000 DC: 1000 Progress, Reward: Make the PokePack and sell it.

    []The Pokémon PC Network: Bill's Pride and Joy, an advanced interconnected storage network that can send, store, and protect any and all trainer's Pokemon. It would have if sucessful created a Pokenet. Alas such ambitions are beyond him now, but a work could be salvaged. Cost: 2500 DC: 10,000 Progress, Reward: The PC network is online.

    []Unusual Migration Patterns (Route 1): "Rattatats of Unusual Size, Pidgy's who can block out the sun, and Caterpies that are larger than average, what is going on here." Cost: 200 DC:??? Reward: You get to the bottom of this unusual Upset.

    []Unusual Migration Patterns (Route 21): "Tentecools with strangely advanced hunting tactics and Tentecruel's big enough to destroy ships? It normally takes a whole school of them to do that." Cost: 200 DC:??? Reward: You get to the bottom of this unusual Upset.

    Occult: You do not trust this, but you know it exists.
    (Choose 1)

    []Read Myths: Do you think there is an explanation for this? Or something to enjoy. Cost: 0 DC: 0 Reward: Read a myth.

    []Dust off old Books: You think there are old answers from a text. Cost: 0 DC:0 Reward: Read a book.

    []Read the Children's stories: Well it's time to see what has been written. Cost: 0 DC:0 Reward: Read a story to the children…and Pokemon.

    []Anabel's Asperations Part 1: "Professor, do you have any information of Gym Leader Natsuama? I want to see what we're up against if only as a precaution." Cost: 30 DC:??? Reward: Anabel begins preparing…countermeasures.

    AN: Plan format please!
     
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    • I've had this tabbed for a while and am glad I got around to reading it; Oak's POV as a retired-badass taking up the mantle again fits so well

    Here's my plan suggestion:
    [X] Plan Securing Home
    -[X][Diplomacy] A Small Visit: Cost: 10 DC:60/70 (Assign Doctor Velt)
    -[X][Diplomacy] Public Outreach and The Works of All: Cost: 100 DC:50/60 (Assign: Luna)
    -[X][Martial] Arm a Militia: Cost: 20 DC:???
    - [X][Martial] Combat hands make Light work: Cost: 10 DC:???
    - [X][Stewardship] Finally, Begin to Levy the Taxes: Cost: 0, DC:??? (Assign: Fox)
    - [X][Stewardship] Open the Markets: (Assign: Anabel)
    - [X][Intrigue] Padlock The Ranch: Cost: 20 DC:100 (Assign: Leon Clark)
    -[X][Learning] Unusual Migration Patterns (Route 1): Cost: 200 DC:??? (Assign: Oak)
    -[X][Occult] Dust off old Books: Cost: 0 DC:0

    General theme is trying to build security and some financial stability for Pallet right now

    I'm pretty sure that Leon's Ranger trait should proc on Padlocking making him the best for it aside from Oak and Velt

    I decided against poking the Sabrina option this time given the fact that the DC has likely risen and Anabel isn't at her best

    Actually @Cyberphilosipher could you clarify what the Insomnia debuff does?
     
    [X]Plan: Completed Council
    -[X]National Actions
    -[X]Diplomacy: A Small Visit DC60/70 (Oak)
    -[X]Diplomacy: Public Outreach and The Works of All 50/60 (Luna)
    -[X]Martial: Arm A Militia DC??? (Leon)
    -[X]Martial: Combat Hands Make Light Work DC???
    -[X]Stewardship: Finally, Begin To Levy The Taxes DC??? (Fox)
    -[X]Stewardship: Open The Markets DC???
    -[X]Intrigue: Hire A Spy (Velt)
    -[X]Learning: Unusual Migration Patterns DC??? (Anabel)
    -[X]Occult: Dust Off Old Books

    We need a spy. The world is going absolutely bat shit insane, we need a spy to understand what this new world is looking like.
     
    I got a very odd thought about Lance.

    Based on the knowledge we have from this and previous quests, he was born with the 'talent' that nearly every dragon considered him an alpha, and that his social skills basically fall apart at the seems when faced with a situation where he isn't the boss. And that, alongside many of the older league trainers, was fighting in the war era that formed the Rangers.

    Well… What if, Lance happened to be channeling Ciaphas Cain here? Given that he was born in a dragon tamer clan with a natural gift from being born in viridian forest, and that just like there are certain actions not acceptable for a non-alpha, there are almost certainly those not acceptable for an alpha to do. And well, Lance, outside of certain cases like baby Pokemon with their parents, and exceptionally bonded trainer Pokemon, his ranking naturally sits as alpha. And then there is the human interactions, where outside of the elders whom naturally sit at the top, as the scion and golden child of the Blackthorn clan, is naturally on top. It's entirely possible that, between the gift and the clan he was raised in, he was basically taught to always act in charge when dealing with dragons after multiple mistakes that stemmed from failure to act in a way an alpha is expected, only to be piled on by other experiences, between becoming the golden boy of the clan, his stint in the military( possibly thrusting himself into a command warposition accidentally just acting the way he thinks others expects of him), then he becomes elite 4 through his own merit….

    Then Oak retires and someone needs to fill the role of 'interim champion', and as the strongest of the four he 'wins' the honor filling in for the now retired champion, at least it's temporary, right? Smash cut to now, with him STILL in that seat even as the League collapses, with a conspicuously absent seat reminding him that he didn't earn his title as champion, that there is four when there should have been five, with him sitting in a seat he did not earn…
     
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    Cyberphilosipher said:
    Let me tell you a secret since your playing as Oak.

    Oak…Let Lance win because he wanted to retire peacefully…

    Think about it for but a moment.
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    ….Seems things are a lot more complicated then. Cause I am kinda sitting here thinking that the setup is like in the games, where Lance is pulling double-duty as Elite four and champion, until someone(blue/green) manages to defeat the elite 4, allowing Lance to return to merely be the best of the elite four, but with this comment….

    OUCH. It speaks VOLUMES that Lance purposefully didn't recruit a new elite four member to fill out the numbers, given his promotion. Things have got to be ROUGH for the poor guy, given it's clear he, and likely others have realized what happened there. He may fall flat on his face when talking to people outside the hierarchy he is in, but he is struggling to live up to his perceived reputation isn't he.
     
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    [X][Diplomacy] A Small Visit: Cost: 10 DC:60/70 (Assign Doctor Velt)
    Rolled: D100 => 34+29=63

    (Dr. Velt's POV)

    "Dr. Velt, this is a surprise to be sure," Blaine said, his eyes widening slightly as you handed over a stack of carefully organized files—research notes from Professor Oak, all detailing the latest anomalies with those accursed birds. The files captured their unnatural, erratic behavior, defying reason and, at times, even their own nature. Oak's observations were typically astute, but he wanted your input, perhaps to uncover whatever deeper, unsettling patterns lay hidden within.

    "With the recent calamities hitting the region, I was asked to resume service," you replied evenly. "If nothing else, Oak's research will make for enlightening reading once this crisis has passed."

    Blaine scoffed, tucking the files into his worn leather briefcase. "Indeed, they always seem to. But the troubles here have kept me from truly enjoying my own research—I've been putting out fires, both literal and otherwise."

    "Yet here we are to help one another," you remarked, adjusting your spectacles, "A crisis should never mean an end to manners and sense."

    Blaine's lips twitched into a rare smile. "It's reassuring to see that such things still survive, even amidst this turmoil."

    "Yes," you said, glancing out over the horizon, where ominous clouds rolled over the sea, a faint echo of thunder underscoring your words. "These times are certainly… interesting."

    Blaine nodded, eyes narrowing as he followed your gaze. "Interesting, indeed. Perhaps when the skies clear, we'll find something worthwhile in the chaos."

    Reward: +200 Resources are traded for information, Blaine is now open to larger talks of an alliance.

    -[X][Diplomacy] Public Outreach and The Works of All: Cost: 100 DC:50/60 (Assign: Luna)
    Rolled:D100 => 35 +21=56

    (Luna's POV)

    Luna looked down at the survey report in her hands, eyebrows furrowing. "Oh boy..."

    Professor Oak's approval rating had come back positive—but only barely. The numbers suggested a lukewarm acceptance, thinly stretched between respect and apprehension. She sighed, realizing that, to most, Oak was still "Professor Oak the Teacher," a beloved, if eccentric, figurehead known for his research on Pokémon evolution and their connection to humans. Now, though, the title "Professor Oak the Warlord" felt like a foreign and unsettling label.

    "People don't know what to make of him," she murmured, fingers tapping on the paper. The results underscored a truth she couldn't ignore: Oak's shift into a tactical leader during this crisis had thrown the public off-balance. To them, he was a scholar, not a strategist.

    But as she glanced at the bottom of the page, Luna noticed that support among younger trainers—those who'd witnessed the chaos firsthand—was stronger. They appreciated Oak's decisiveness, and, despite their initial hesitation, seemed willing to follow his lead.

    "Let's hope this old professor can live up to his new reputation," Luna whispered to herself, tucking the report back into her folder.

    Reward: Oak's on some degree of thin ice now…because people are fickle and scared.

    -[X][Martial] Arm a Militia: Cost: 20 DC:???
    Rolled: D100 => 70

    (Oak's POV)

    "Sir, when were you planning to tell us you had a stash of Howa Type-64 battle rifles in the shed?" Leon asked, his tone steady but his expression equal parts shock and exasperation.

    You gave a slow nod, barely looking up from your notes. "Old leftovers from when the garrison stayed here," you replied casually. "They never bothered to pick them up, and, well, they came with the ranch expansion."

    Leon blinked, clearly processing this. "And you just... had these lying in the shed?"

    You shrugged, finally glancing his way. "It seemed a good idea to keep them as a little memento, you know?"

    Leon sighed, folding his arms. "A memento of... what exactly?"

    "Oh, you know, the old days," you replied, voice tinged with nostalgia. "A reminder of when things were simpler—or at least when my research didn't involve dodging artillery fire."

    Leon shook his head, unable to hide a smile. "You're full of surprises, Professor."

    Reward: You have armed the Malita with old Battle rifles, not many of them but they can fight more. They gain a +5 to all combat and martial rolls.

    - [X][Martial] Combat hands make Light work: Cost: 10 DC:???
    Rolled: D100 => 34

    The real challenge lay in training them. Though the ranch hands were young and in good physical shape, they weren't exactly combat-ready—not with Pokémon, and certainly not with firearms.

    Leon sighed, surveying the group as they awkwardly handled the Howa rifles, their discomfort palpable. "Right," he muttered under his breath, "this isn't Unova. Getting these folks comfortable with guns is going to be an uphill battle."

    It wasn't their fault, though. Growing up in Kanto with its strict gun laws, most of them had never even seen a firearm up close, let alone handled one. Kanto's heavy restrictions made sure of that. Here, battles were resolved with Pokémon, not bullets, and the mindset was a world apart from regions like Unova, where firearms training was more common.

    "They're good kids," Leon thought, "but they've got a lot to learn." This was more than just handing over weapons; it was about shifting a whole mentality, bringing a new layer of skills into a region that had long relied on Pokémon battles alone.

    With a deep breath, he stepped forward, prepared to begin the long process of turning ranch hands into a fighting force—one step at a time.

    Failure: DC Revealed for the action: 65

    - [X][Stewardship] Finally, Begin to Levy the Taxes: Cost: 0, DC:??? (Assign: Fox)
    Rolled: D100 => 82+25=107

    Fox Masters felt a surge of confidence, here, he was the master of the numbers, the unseen hand guiding the town's finances with skill and, if necessary, a bit of guile.

    "Alright," he began, scanning the budget sheets. "We have a few taxes we can introduce or adjust without completely riling up the population."

    Oak arched an eyebrow, glancing over the ledgers. "So, what obscure and convoluted loophole have you unearthed to help us this time?"

    Fox smirked, tapping on a line in the books. "Well, for starters, there's this 'Pallet Town Wall Fund' that's supposed to maintain a cash reserve for fortification repairs. We could leverage it as a necessary expense, especially given the current... climate. With tensions rising, a well-defended Pallet could seem more appealing, even to those with lighter wallets."

    "They'll grumble," Oak acknowledged with a shrug, "but they'll accept it. What else?"

    "We could also impose a small unloading tax on certain Pokémon-related goods entering town," Fox suggested. "It's not a huge hike, just enough to offset the added labor costs."

    Oak looked at him knowingly. "You mean because the cranes are still down?"

    "Exactly," Fox said. "Until those cranes get repaired, unloading everything manually isn't cheap. We might as well make it work in our favor."

    Oak paused, considering it, then nodded with a resolute expression. "Fine, let's move on it. Implement these adjustments as soon as possible, and keep an eye on public reaction."

    "Done," Fox replied, already mentally noting the steps.

    Reward: Gain INCOME: +600 Resources (Unloading and Storage fees)

    - [X][Stewardship] Open the Markets: (Assign: Anabel)
    Rolled: D100 => 56+14=70-10=60

    (Anabel POV)

    Anabel fought to stay awake, her tired eyes fixed on the International Police representative from New Bark Town, Johto. The hours were wearing thin, but so was their time to secure a solution.

    "I need to get these trade documents sorted," she said firmly, tapping the papers before her.

    The representative sighed. "I understand, but opening the port fully might lead to a buildup we can't afford right now. The risk of unsanctioned traffic is... significant."

    Anabel leaned in, frustration tempered by pragmatism. "So, what *can* you get me?"

    He gave a resigned nod. "I know a smuggler, someone discreet and trustworthy. They can get goods in without stirring up attention. If you arrange the unloading, they'll cover the payment."

    Anabel raised an eyebrow. "Someone's trying to skirt around Johto Customs, are they?"

    "With the state of things," he admitted, "some of the honest traders miss Kanto's market. Business has taken a serious hit."

    Anabel smirked, her voice laced with a touch of irony. "I never thought the Minister of the Interior would look the other way on something like this."

    The representative leaned closer, lowering his voice. "We're sitting on a surplus of goods that need to reach Kanto for even minor profiteering. It's being pitched as a 'humanitarian effort' to maintain public morale, but we both know the reality. Without this, people will be suffering the consequences soon enough."

    Anabel nodded, the weight of the situation pressing down on her. "Then let's move fast. Every day we wait is a day closer to unrest."

    "Why are we needing to resort to smuggling?" You asked.

    "The Prime Minister wants to keep his government serplus, and wants to make a quick buck as well…shady, but not wholly illegal." He said.

    Reward: Johto Merchant Unrest is now Known, and you have opened the Port.

    Gain Income: +300 (Smuggler Port offloading)

    - [X][Intrigue] Padlock The Ranch: Cost: 20 DC:100 (Assign: Leon Clark)
    Rolled:D100 => 94+14=108

    Leon was having a very very strange day on the Ranch.

    "Professor, how have you had this on the Ranch?" He said.

    "Oh…I forgot I had that." Oak said.

    (Continued in Unforeseen Madness!)

    -[X][Learning] Unusual Migration Patterns (Route 1): Cost: 200 DC:??? (Assign: Oak)
    Rolled: D100 => 74+55=129

    "Oh no…it got out." Oak said calmly looking at the destroyed holding cell.

    "WHAT WAS IN THAT!" Leon said.

    "A Giant Pidgeotto…" He said.

    "A Giant what!" Leon shouted.

    "Old Government Project…I didn't have the heart to kill it, so I took care of it, but now she got out and that explains everything." He said.

    (Continued in Unforeseen Madness!)

    Learning: Devion Corp Running Shoes [Bill]
    Current Progress:256
    Rolled: D100 => 90+31+10=131
    GENUS!: D10 => 4

    "I'm A GENIUS!" BILL shouted running around with Coffee, the first prototype attempts seemed to be working for the running shoes.

    The Problem now…was getting them all fitted in multiple shoe sizes and other things.

    Reward: +131 Progress.

    -[X][Occult] Dust off old Books: Cost: 0 DC:0
    Rolled: D100 => 3

    Oak did not feel like reading today.

    Reward: +5 to next turn occult rolls.

    AN: Enjoy and...Yeah, Oak forgot something.
     
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