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"Talking"

'Mouthing/sign language'

'Thinking'

"Radio/Telephone/Telepathy/Eavesdropping"

"Spells"

'Notes, Books, Scrolls'

"Higher Power Talking"

'Higher Power Thinking'

Chapter Ten: Nerima Brawl! Fight for the Badge!

Outskirts of Nerima Town

The group looked around as they stood on the outskirts of Nerima Town. "Well, here we are," Kouji remarked. "Nerima Town - home of the Martial Artists of the Edo League."

"Umm…" Hermione started, watching as a group of people brawled it out in the streets. "Is it always like this?"

"Sometimes it's worse," Kouji replied. "In Nerima, people tend to rely on strength more than finesse, and they prize strength with one's fists, feet, and body more than anything - people who rely on weapons, or on their own 'girls to do the fighting, are considered 'weak' by them."

"And magic users?" Hermione asked. "What are their opinions on them?"

"They acknowledge the strength of magic users, though look down on focus items such as wands, staves, and weapons as 'crutches'," Kouji informed. "Not to mention that using magic to attack from a distance is often considered a 'cheat' by them - to the people of Nerima, it's close combat or 'cheat' combat."

"Well, they won't like me then!" Jade stated, twirling Shinku Ryuujin with a small spark of magic. "I do both!"

"Yeah… luckily the Gym Leader knows that one needs to use every advantage possible in battle, though they still do tend to think those that use weapons are 'weaker' than those who can operate just fine without weapons, be they physical attackers or magic-users. That should give you a bit of an edge."

"Any special rules for this gym?" Hermione asked curiously.

"Only one major rule," Kouji replied. "The Tamer needs to participate in the match at some point, meaning there are 2-7 combatants per team in a match, as opposed to the 1-6 for other Gyms."

Hermione hummed in response. "Well, it'll give me a good chance to test some of the spells I learn in live combat…" she mused. "Also, is the Gym Leader male or female?"

"Female, though I don't know much more than that," Kouji replied. "I guess we'll find out more when we get there."

Hermione chuckled in a manner that raised the hairs of everyone's necks. "Good…"

They all looked at her nervously as they made their way into the town, heading for the Gym.

Nerima Town Pokegirl Gym

After dodging several running fist fights throughout the city, the group finally arrived at the Gym and registered themselves. "So… how should we decide who goes first, Kouji?" Hermione asked curiously.

"How about a coin flip?" Sirius asked, pulling out a regular SLC coin, having converted all the money in his Gringotts Vaults to the currency of this world before they'd come over. "Heads, Hermione goes first, and tails, Kouji goes first. Does that work?"

"Works for me," Kouji replied. "How about you, Hermione-chan?"

Hermione nodded, prompting Sirius to flip the coin into the air before catching it and slapping it against his palm. "TAILS!" he declared. "Looks like you're up first, Kouji."

"Alright," Kouji replied. "Well, this will be fun."

"Please, Ranko is waiting for you, sir," the attendant informed. "Please enter into the arena."

Kouji nodded, before heading through the doorway leading to the arena, Mai at his side.

"Welcome!" A busty red-headed girl with blue eyes called out, she was wearing a red chinese shirt and black slacks with a pair of chinese slippers. "I hope you're ready to get your ass kicked, how many are you fighting with today?"

"Three, counting myself," Kouji replied. "I only recently got a third 'girl, and she's not really a combat-type."

"Alright then!" Ranko agreed as she stretched in preparation. "Let's get this party started! Sai, come on out!"

Ranko threw the ball into the arena, releasing an Amazonchan with brown eyes and hair, her fists already up and ready for combat.

"Come on out, Silva!" Kouji called out, releasing the Coyotits, who somersaulted in the air a couple of times before landing, ready for action.

"Are the two battlers ready?" the referee questioned, a crowd building up in the stands. "BEGIN!"

"SAI, GATLING PUNCH!" Ranko shouted as the Amazonchan launched forward with a massive flurry of punches.

"Counter with your own Gatling Punch!" Kouji ordered, and Silva unleashed her own flurry of punches, meeting the Amazonchan's barrage head on.

Sai grinned as the Coyotits met her punch for punch, their knuckles colliding with every blow. "Not bad," she applauded. "Glad to see a fist fighter in a Yamato Harem…"

"Thank you," Kouji replied. "None of my 'girls so far use weapons - I do, but it's only one of my focuses." He then focused back to the battle. "Silva, Magic Fist!"

The Coyotits coated her right fist in magical energy, before sending it slamming into the Amazonchan.

"GAH!" Sai coughed up some blood as she was sent back from the blow. "SKY UPPERCUT!" Ranko shouted out, motivating Sai to rush forward suddenly, landing a powerful uppercut to Silva's jaw.

Silva was launched high into the air from the uppercut, something Kouji decided to capitalize on. "Drill Kick!" he ordered, and the Coyotits began spinning in the air as she descended, foot outstretched as it slammed into Sai.

"Dynamic Punch!" Ranko cried out as Sai began to focus on gathering energy into her first.

"Gatling Punch!" Kouji ordered, as Silva charged forward with another barrage of punches.

Sai gritted her teeth as she endured the punches from the barrage, only for her focus to waver on maintaining the punch. "GAH!" she cried out as she was sent back by a rather powerful strike. She struggled to regain her feet, but collapsed, unconscious. "Winner! Silva!" the ref cried out at the crowd cheered.

"You tried your best, Sai," Ranko said as she withdrew, only to pause as she saw what looked to be a spectral image of what looked like a feminine Anubis over Silva that faded away shortly before Silva began to glow.

"S-Silva-chan?" Kouji asked as Silva began changing inside the glow.

When the glow had faded, Silva had changed, with a creamy colored torso with D-Cup breasts and a steel spike between her cleavage, thighs and upper arms a beautiful blue, and her legs from the knees down and forearms being complete black, with a steel spike on the back of her hands, her head, while mostly blue furred, had black fur throughout her face that gave her a mask-like look.

"I… wow, Anubust… she gave me her blessing…" Silva whispered as she looked herself over. "Isn't that cool, Master?"

"Y… yeah…" Kouji replied, looking over his newly-evolved Lickario. "Congratulations, Silva-chan!"

Ranko let out a small humph as she picked up the next ball. "Jenice!" she cried out, releasing an Amazonlee from the ball.

"Second match, BEGIN!"

"Alright, Silva, start off with another Gatling Punch!" Kouji ordered, as Silva blitzed forth with another barrage of punches.

"FIRE KICK!" Ranko shouted as Jenice's foot became wreathed in flames, before she met the gatling punch with her kick.

"Kh!" Silva winced as she got launched backwards - her Evolution had changed her to part Steel-Type, meaning that she was weak to the Fire Kick.

"You can do it, Silva-chan!" Kouji cheered. "Meteor Mash!"

Silva charged in again, hitting Jenice with an incredibly powerful punch.

"LOW KICK!" Ranko cheered, a wide, excited grin on her face as Jenice crouched low and launched a kick at the Lickario's shins.

"Evade, then follow up with Drill Kick!" Kouji ordered, as Silva leapt into the air, dodging the Low Kick, before spinning as she came down in another kick, nailing the Amazonlee.

Jenice cried out in pain as she skidded back. "JENICE!" Ranko shouted. "Put everything into your Hurricane kick!" Jenice nodded as she prepared herself and launched forward with a massive spinning roundhouse.

The kick hit Silva dead on, sending her flying to the other side of the Arena. "SILVA-CHAN!" Kouji called out worriedly. The Lickario tried to get back to her feet, but after a moment, she collapsed, unconscious.

"WINNER! JENICE!" The ref shouted as the town roared in excitement at the close match.

Kouji recalled the Lickario. "Good job, Silva-chan," he said. "Have a nice long rest." He then picked up another ball. "Ready to go, Mai?" he asked his Alpha.

"You know it," the Fire Elementalist said as she stepped forward.

"Third Round, BEGIN!"

"End it quick," Ranko shouted quickly. "Get in there and knock her out with a Hurricane Kick!"

"It'll be over quick, all right!" Mai shouted as she spun her staff around, Fire Magic gathering within it. "FLAME…" she leveled the tip of the staff at the charging Amazonlee. "…BUSTER!"

As happened in the battle with Greg, a large beam of red energy leapt from the tip of the staff, engulfing the Amazonlee and continuing on to punch a hole in the Arena wall.

Jaws dropped at the sight of the blast, and the damage it caused. "Ummm… winner… Mai?" the ref announced as Jenice's burned and unconscious body hit the ground.

"Good work, Mai… though I think that might have been overkill…" Kouji remarked.

"There is no 'Overkill', Kouji," Mai remarked, quoting a very old comic strip. "There is only 'Open Fire' and 'Reload'."

"Well, guess it's my turn now," Ranko announced as she jumped into the arena. "Shall we do this, Yamato?"

"Alright," Kouji replied. "Try not to use the Flame Buster again, though, Mai - we need to leave Ranko-san in reasonable shape for Hermione-chan."

"No promises, Kouji," Mai replied. "I'll do my best, though."

"Fourth match… BEGIN!"

"Let's go!" Ranko shouted as she shocked Mai with a burst of speed as she planted a fist into Mai's stomach.

"OOF!" Mai let out as she was knocked back a few feet. "FLAME SHOCK!" she called out, instantly blasting Ranko with flames.

Ranko was consumed by the flames that she was blasted with, and when they cleared Mai was shocked to see Ranko covered in an a yellow aura, her clothing singed a bit. "Ha…" Ranko took in a deep breath. DRAGON'S… ROAR!"

Mai threw up a Flame Shield Spell, a barrier of flames springing to life and absorbing the Dragon's Roar, buying time to cast her next spell. "May the power of fire incinerate my enemies!" she chanted. "May the intense flames reduce them to cinders! PYROBLAST!" A massive ball of flames was then launched at Ranko.

Ranko dodged out of the way before the yellow aura surrounded her hand. "PALM FORCE WAVE!" she shouted as she blasted a massive blast of air at Mai.

Mai leapt out of the way, her Flame Shield staying with her. 'I'll need to stick with instant damage or AoE Spells,' she thought to herself. 'She's too mobile for single-targets.' Luckily, that Flame Shock Spell had the side effect of a Nasty Burn, which caused additional damage over time, which would certainly help. "May my foes be bathed in the power of a massive Flamestrike!" she chanted, calling down a blast of fire that not only hit where Ranko was standing when Mai cast the spell, but up to five meters away from that location, as well.

"FLAME… CUT!" Ranko cried out as she launched a powerful kick that separated the flames, parting them to either side of her before charging in close. "It's over," she declared. "DRAGON'S CLAW!" she cried out as her aura took the shape of claws and slashed at Mai.

The claws pierced the Flame Shield, causing a few seconds of contact damage before the shield shattered, and impacted Mai directly, sending her flying back. Surprisingly, Mai managed to remain standing. "I… I won't lose…" she said. "LIVING BOMB!"

All of a sudden, Ranko felt a mass of Fire Magic come into being inside her, and could feel it causing damage to her.

"I surrender!" Ranko shouted out.

Mai smiled. "A wise choice," she replied as she cast a Dispel Magic, causing the Fire Magic inside Ranko to disperse. "If that had gone off, it wouldn't have killed you, but you would have been in rather bad shape."

"THIS GYM BATTLE IS OVER! WINNER! KOUJI YAMATO OF VALE!"

Mai smiled as Kouji walked over to her. "Great work, Mai, though, again, probably a bit of overkill."

Mai's eyelids started to droop. "No such thing… as overkill… Kouji…" she said, before she passed out, Kouji catching her before she could hit the floor.

"Congratulations on the win," Ranko informed as she walked up, holding out a boxing glove-shaped bade. "The Brawler Badge is yours."

"Thank you very much," Kouji replied. "To be honest, this'll be my third Badge, but the first that wasn't awarded on a technicality, so it means a lot."

"I heard about those!" Ranko said. "Greg's just a crazy psycho and Kenji knows potential, so don't worry about it!"

Kouji blinked. "I'd ask how you learned about that, but something tells me I don't want to know," he replied. "Still, thank you very much."

Ranko grinned and gave him a thumbs up. "Good luck in your future battles!" she told him.

Kouji waved in reply as he left the Arena, Hermione walking in at the same time, Daphne behind her. "Congratulations, Kouji," she said to him.

"Thanks, Hermione-chan," Kouji replied, kissing her on the cheek. "And good luck to you, as well."

Hermione nodded, then continued into the Arena.

Ranko had taken her place at her end of the Gym, sitting crosslegged as a Megami tended to her wounds. "Alright then, second battle," she said. "Ref?"

"MATCH… BEGIN!"

"Go for it, Larcei!" Hermione called out as she released the Slicer onto the battlefield.

"Go! Less!" Ranko called, tossing a ball, releasing an Amazonkapoeraa. "FLYING KICK!"

Larcei leapt out of the way of the strike, backflipping away before leaping back in, slashing out with her katana at Less.

The Amazonkapoeraa showed off her flexibility as she dodged the attack and planted her hands on the ground before attempting to kick Larcei in the chin.

Larcei took the hit square on the chin, getting launched into the air, before coming back down in a somersaulting slash.

Less managed to dodge the worst of the blow, taking a small cut on her stomach before spinning, using her hand to balance herself on the ground as she kicked at Larcei again.

Larcei grunted as she was kicked away once again. 'I… I'll lose at this rate!' she thought as she tried pouring on the speed, the main advantage of Ataru, blurring forward as she attacked again.

Less blocked the blow, using an armored shin plate before kicking Larcei twice in the gut and another time in the chin, knocking her away.

Larcei struggled to get back to her feet. 'I… I can't lose here…' she thought. 'If I lost against my very first opponent, I'd be letting Mistress down… I can't do that… I WON'T!' She let out a wordless cry of determination as she got back to her feet, and her body began to glow.

Larcei's body began to shift, her breasts swelling up a cup size as her hair grew a few more inches, nordic inspired armor appearing on her body, a breastplate that showed off her navel and a good bit of her cleavage, a steel skirt that ended high up on her heels, a pair of five inch heeled armored boots and greaves that ended inches away from the skirt along with a pair of armored gauntlets that left her fingers bare, finally, and most uniquely, a solid metal collar with a D-ring attached appeared around her neck. When the glow faded, it showed that her once slightly tanned skin had paled and looked incredibly soft while her once violet hair was now silver, with her formerly amethyst colored eyes now a light blue. Sprouting from her back were a pair of soft white feathered wings that flapped a bit as the glow dispersed.

'S… such power…' Larcei thought, feeling the new strength she possessed flowing through her body. She then grinned. 'I… I can do this!'

Larcei blurred forward, faster than before, and came back into focus holding her sword - which had changed from a Katana to a western longsword - out to the side.

"Shit!" Less shouted as she desperately threw a kick at the newly evolved Valkyrie.

The kick was blocked by a shield that now rested on Larcei's left forearm, and Larcei slashed her sword at Less, cutting deeply into the Amazonkapoera's flesh, though not deeply enough to be fatal.

Ranko tsk'd. "Less, return!" she called out. "You did amazing out there, my friend."

"WINNER BY FORFEIT! LARCEI!"

"Nice work, Larcei!" Hermione cheered.

"Thank you very much, Mistress," Larcei replied, smiling.

Ranko hummed in thought as she fingered the next ball. "Time for my Alpha, I suppose…" she informed as she threw another ball. "Natsumi!"

The ball released a black haired, green eyed woman wearing a rather flamboyant outfit, consisting of a loose tunic and pants that fluttered in a non-existence breeze, that marked her as a Heroine. "I'm ready, Ranko-chan!" Natsumi declared readily.

"MATCH… START!"

"Then start it with a bang!" Ranko declared. "PSYCHO CRUSHER!"

"Right!" Natsumi declared as psychic energies began to swirl around her before launching a massive psychic blast at Larcei. "SUCK IT!"

The attack hit Larcei before she could dodge - and while she tried to endure it, it was simply too much, and she was launched onto her back. "Ugh…" she groaned.

"WINNER! NATSUMI!"

"Return, Larcei!" Hermione called out, bringing the Valkyrie back into her ball. "Good work. Take a nice long rest." She then brought out another 'ball. "You're up, Jade!" she called out as she threw the 'ball, releasing the War Magess.

"A War Magess, huh?" Natsumi questioned, raising an eyebrow. "Should be interesting."

"MATCH… BEGIN!"

"Psycho Crusher!" Ranko commanded.

"Transcend space to cut my foes…" Jade chanted, bringing Shinku Ryujin up. "VOID BLADE!"

She slashed at the air ahead of her, releasing a blast of energy and slicing the air before her, the blast meeting and cancelling the Psycho Crusher blast before continuing on towards Natsumi.

Natsumi used a psychic enhanced leap to avoid the blade of power and the wake of the attack. "NATSUMI, Psychic!" Ranko shouted, prompting Natsumi to launch a blast of energy at the War Magess.

"Forged with Endless will… Shield of Swords!" Jade chanted, bringing up a cluster of swords around her, blocking the blast of energy. "Burn Creation to Ash… HOLY BLAZING SWORD!" A sword of white flames launched forth at Natsumi from the cluster, crossing the distance before she had a chance to react.

"NATSUMI! RETURN!" Ranko shouted, recalling her Alpha before the flames reached her, saving her from harm.

"WINNER BY FORFEIT! JADE!"

"Nice work, Jade!" Hermione cheered. "Keep it up!"

"Thank you, Mistress," Jade replied, as she took a ready stance with Shinku Ryujin again.

Ranko sighed as she checked her body, the Megumi giving her a thumbs up before she leapt into the ring. "Blade Magic… huh… as destructive as they said…" she mused, following the path of Jade's last attack. "Alright then, let's do this…"

"MATCH… BEGIN!"

"I call upon you to chain my enemy, BLADES OF IMPRISONMENT!" Jade chanted, hoping to try for a quick win as the chains of blades came up to bind Ranko.

Ranko disappeared from the chains and appeared behind Jade. "CHI BLADE!" She shouted, making a cutting motion with her hand, launching a cutting blast of Chi, hitting Jade in the back.

Jade cried out in pain as she stumbled forward. Spinning around to face the Leader, she called out, "Rise up, and rain blood on the world below, SHINKU RYUJIN!" causing her blade to shift into its Katana form. "Focus onto my blade, and smite my foe… TWIN SLASH!" she chanted, slashing twice and releasing two blasts of energy practically point blank at Ranko.

"DRAGON'S ROAR!" Ranko shouted, the attacks meeting in a massive explosion that sent the two flying away from each other.

Jade landed, panting. "Mistress…" she said. "I… I don't think I can continue."

Hermione nodded. "She's definitely a formidable opponent…" she said. "Alright, Jade, come on back. You did well."

"WINNER BY FORFEIT! RANKO!"

Ranko smirked as she cracked her neck. "Now… your turn I believe, missy…"

Jade stepped off the field, as a Megami went to tend to her wounds, while Hermione stepped onto the field.

"FINAL MATCH! BEGIN!"

Hermione smirked as she began to summon her magic power. "I call you from the depths of the netherworld: INCUBUS!" she cried out, a summoning circle appearing on the ground as a masculine demonic looking creature with several dick shaped tentacles and a rather large cock that bobbed between his legs. "Have fun with her," she announced, pointing to Ranko, who blinked.

* * * LEMON START! * * *

"This… shit right here, is why I hate Magic-Users," Ranko declared with a sigh as she dodged a group of tentacles, only to get caught by another group, entrapping her arms and legs and tearing away her clothing. "Oh man…"

The demonic creature approached her, as a pair of tentacles began wrapping around and playing with her breasts, lining his cock up with her pussy.

"Goddammit!" Ranko cursed as she tried to free herself from the Tentacles, she was just about to when Hermione pointed her staff at her.

"Mens Torquet," Hermione whispered as the displacement of Air hit against Ranko's body, working quickly she grabbed ahold of Ranko's sexual preference strand and twisted it so that she would enjoy rape, pausing for a moment, she quickly took a hold of her loyalty strand and added a timer to the point where it would twist to loyalty to her, should enact shortly after the battle was completed.

When Hermione ended the spell, Ranko paused in her struggle to let out a moan in response to the Incubus shoving its cock into her, splitting her open.

The Incubus shoved its cock all the way into her, then began thrusting within her, one of its tentacles thrusting into her ass, as well.

Ranko cried out in pleasure as the crowd roared in approval as the gym leader was fucked by the demon. "So… good!" she cried out finally. "Please, rape me more!"

The demon increased its pace, slamming into her with its cock harder and faster, its tentacle maintaining a similar pace in her ass. Another tentacle found its way to her mouth, and started thrusting within her mouth.

Ranko moaned in pleasure and screamed around the cock, the aphrodisiac pre-cum driving her wild with lust as she bucked her hips into the Incubus' thrusts, manipulating her ass and pussy to tighten around the demonic phalluses.

The demon was drawing close to its orgasm, the feel of her body around its cock and the two tentacles driving it close to the limit. With one final thrust, it bottomed out inside of her, releasing its cum into her womb, ass, and mouth.

Ranko screamed out in pure bliss as it triggered her own orgasm making her go limp. "You are dismissed," Hermione informed the Demon, who faded from existence. "So… did I win?"

The ref blinked out of his shock as he raised his hand. "WINNER! HERMIONE OF VALE!"

* * * END LEMON! * * *

Jade, healed up from her battle, ran up and glomped Hermione, Daphne close behind her. "Good match, Mistress!" Jade called.

Hermione giggled in response as she hugged the two, the Megami quickly removing the Aphrodisiac from Ranko and rousing her. "Well… definitely an unconventional win… but… a win is a win," she declared. "Here, the Brawler Badge is yours."

"Thank you very much," Hermione replied, taking the Badge.

Ranko smiled at her before her eyes seemed to dull for a moment, before regaining their luster. "Mistress," she whispered, barely audible above the noise of the crowd's cheers. "Command me…"

Hermione smiled. "Wait until we have been gone for a few hours, while your 'girls are healed, then declare you are taking a leave of absence from the Gym," she whispered back. "Appoint your successor, then wait for us at the entrance. We will tell the rest of the group that you decided you wanted to travel with us for a while."

"Yes, Mistress," Ranko confirmed before turning away to head towards the Gym Leader's area to rest and recover her pokemon.

"Wow… you really used that spell on her," Jade whispered in surprise.

"Yeah… I felt we might need her help on the journey, somehow," Hermione whispered back.

Kouji then walked up. "What was the Gym Leader talking with you about at the end there, Hermione-chan?" he asked.

Hermione smiled in response. "Well, she said she wanted to travel with us," she half-lied smoothly. "Who am I to say no to a gym leader?"

Kouji looked at her for a moment, before leaning in. "You didn't use that spell, did you?" he asked.

Soon after they had first admitted their relationship, Hermione, not wanting to keep secrets from him, decided to come clean about how Larcei had ended up in her Harem. While Kouji had been honestly upset that Hermione had basically taken advantage of his sister, and applied a form of mind control to her, albeit slight, he did forgive her, knowing she and Daphne had nearly identical natures even though Hermione was human. That said, Kouji now knew about the Mens Torquet spell.

Hermione nodded. "There's a reason why," she informed him. "We need someone to help train us in fighting, while we've got experience, I just don't feel we've had enough training…"

He nodded, though he was frowning. "I can understand that," he replied. "Still, just make sure you don't abuse that spell."

Hermione nodded. "I know, Kouji," she informed, placing hand on his chest as she leaned into him. "I won't, I promise."

"Alright," Kouji replied. "And I'll keep your use of that spell a secret, unless there's something that requires us to inform the others about it."

Hermione nodded. "After all, don't want Sirius and Remus thinking I'm becoming a Dark Witch," she informed before adopting a thoughtful expression. "Although… Dark Lady Granger doesn't sound too bad…"

Kouji chuckled. "Well, let's go ahead and get to the Pokegirl Center, get our 'girls patched up."

Hermione nodded in agreement. "Let's," she said with a smile, linking her arm with his. "So… the next stop is the Wilds of Shanto, right?"

"I think so…" Kouji replied. "Not sure if there are other towns in the way, but I think we will be reaching the Wilds of Shanto in about five days."

Hermione hummed as they headed to meet with the others. "We should stock up on supplies then, shouldn't we?" she questioned. "If we're not sure any towns are on the way…"

"Yeah," Kouji replied. "Also think we should see if there's a store selling Evolution Stones - I'll need a Water and Leaf Stone, and it might be a good idea to just stock up on Stones for a variety of situations."

Hermione nodded as she thought slightly for a moment. "Larcei mentioned that she wanted to evolve into an Armsmistress if she ever evolved into a Valkyrie…" she informed. "So I think I'll pick up a Dawn stone if they have any for her."

"That'll work," Kouji replied. "We should also see if they have Angel Stones - I'd imagine Onee-san would make a powerful Seraph if she wanted to evolve past Armsmistress…"

Hermione nodded in agreement as they rejoined the others and headed for the Pokegirl Center.

Valley of the Voids

"To release my seal… a blood sacrifice of a loved one must be made," Malum instructed Victoria as she and her Harem approached the only other living thing, a tree of massive proportions that seemed to raise into the heavens. "What seals me is ancient Communal Magic that used the blood of a loved one as a catalyst, my own folly I suppose for killing the girl before Hisanaga…"

Victoria nodded. "Alright…" she said. This was going to be even tougher than the one she'd done to evolve Ilya, since they didn't have anyone who was despairing and wanting to die… And she wasn't sacrificing Ilya, no matter what - she didn't think she'd be able to live without the one she was doing this for.

"Mistress," Ntask, a Fiendish Warhound, spoke up as she stepped forward. "I volunteer myself for this task."

Victoria looked at her, and nodded, drawing her ritual dagger. (1.) "Alright," she said. "You are sure about this?"

Ntask nodded. "Yes, Mistress," she informed. "I am certain."

Victoria nodded, stepping up to Ntask and giving her one final kiss, trying to convey through that kiss just how much Victoria loved her, how grateful she was for Ntask volunteering, and how much she would be missed.

When the kiss ended, Ntask took up position laying on the roots of the tree and nodded to Victoria. "I am ready," she declared firmly.

Victoria knelt beside Ntask, placing the edge of her dagger on the Warhound's neck. "Thank you for offering to do this, Ntask," she said. "Goodbye…" once that was said, she drew the knife across Ntask's neck, cutting deeply into it and severing her carotid arteries, jugular veins, and throat.

A psychotic laugh was heard as the blood spilled onto the roots, the entire tree rotting away almost immediately, revealing a woman with dark grey skin, white hair, firm, a soft, round ass, trim hips that weren't too wide or too small, DD-cup breasts that don't sag in the slightest despite her age, and glowing, enchanting white eyes; and wearing a rather ragged looking white dress.

Victoria had looked up from her dead 'girl as she heard the laughter, and she and Victoria both recognized 'Malum's' true identity, having heard the rumors of her existence, even though she hadn't been seen in years. "Jenova…" the Tamer and Dark Queen breathed in unison.

"Yes," Jenova hissed. "I am Jenova, the Mother of Calamity, and… I will be the destroyer of this world…"

"We will help you, Lady Jenova," Victoria said as she and her Harem bowed. "This world is corrupt, and those who could change it either don't go far enough or are afraid of Infernals like my Harem… destroying it would be a mercy, and would pave the way for a new world, one where we can be accepted."

Jenova smirked as she held a hand out to Victoria. "Give me your hand," she commanded.

Victoria nodded, grasping Jenova's hand in her own.

"Ah… how amusing…" Jenova declared with a psychotic looking smile. "Tell me, who were your parents, Victoria?"

"Jonathan and Sakana Imperatrix," Victoria replied, wondering why Jenova was asking. "We lived in the Amethyst League before our town was attacked by Team Violet, killing all but the two of us and another friend our age."

"Tell me, did you know your mother's parents?" Jenova asked, her eyes growing a bit more psychotic. "More specifically, her father?"

"No… I didn't," Victoria replied. "My mother never said anything - either she wanted to hide it for some reason, or she didn't know who they were."

"I can see it in your face, your eyes, your blood," Jenova informed. "Your grandfather… it is the very man who sealed me here… Ryu Hisanaga."

With Ryu

Ryu snapped awake with a loud gasp, leaping to his feet as he stared off towards the Northwest. "It's happened…" he breathed out, waking the three girls who had been snuggling up to him. "She's been unsealed… pack up, our timetable has been sped up."

"Master?" Arturia asked, worried. "What is going on?"

"Jenova has been unsealed," Ryu informed, causing the girls to gasp in shock. "And… I think the one to unseal her… was Victoria…"

Helen paled. "No…" she breathed. "I don't doubt that she'd do it if she thought it would help her goals… but… how would she know how to do it?"

"The seal has been slowly decaying," Ryu informed. "And if it had decayed enough, Jenova would have been able to communicate with people… she must have chosen Victoria because of her wish to raze the world…"

Helen's eyes narrowed determinedly. "If that is the case, then we do need to hurry… there's no telling what the two of them, three if you count Ilya, will be able to do together."

Ryu nodded. "It looks like I will have to initiate plan B with Jade," he informed. "I was hoping to ease her into the power… but… now I have to throw her into the lions den…"

"Hopefully she is ready," Arturia replied. "I do not know if she has completed her second task yet, but she should be ready by now."

Ryu nodded. "Whether she is or isn't, she now has no choice…" he said regretfully. "Let's go."

And with that, the group headed out, to meet up with Jade and her group.

The clock was ticking, now. And time was against them.

END CHAPTER!

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Pokedex Entries

AMAZONCHAN, the Fist Fighter Pokégirl
Type: Very Near Human
Element: Fighting
Frequency: Uncommon (mainly found in Jozetsuzoku Preserve)
Diet: any human style food except alcoholic beverages and milk
Role: Fighters, craftswomen
Libido: Low (High with a master they like/trust)
Strong Vs: Bug, Dark, Ice, Rock, Normal, Steel
Weak Vs: Flying, Psychic
Attacks: Pummel, Dynamic Punch, Uppercut, Comet Punch, Gatling Punch, Chi Blast
Enhancements: Enhanced Strength (x5), Enhanced Agility (x3), Enhanced Speed (x4), Durability
Evolves: Herochan (normal), Armsmistress (special training; works on it's speed), Heroine (works on her kick attacks, Delta Bonded)
Evolves From: Tyamazon(battle stress; special)

Amazonchans are usually not much taller than their previous evolution as a Tyamazon, and are usually between a B or C-cup. Bigger breasts are not entirely unheard of, but they are very uncommon to say the least. Amazonchans also tend to have hair colors which are not normally in the human color palette, such as dark green or neon pink. Stripes of other colors in their hair are also seen, though like large breasts, these aren't very common. Amazonchan are more commonly found than any of the other Amazon-types, due to the Jozetsuzoku Preserve. Although Tamers wanting an Amazonchan from the preserve must prove him or herself to the elders of the preserve, they find that these Amazonchans are more dedicated to their training than ones that were evolved from fully-feral Tyamazons.

The Amazonchan are stronger but slower than their sisters, the Amazonlees, and slower still when compared to Amazonkapoeraa. They are also more human in appearance than the Amachop or Amachoke. They are quite skilled at fighting hand-to-hand, but focus largely on punches and other hand-skills over kicks. Amazonchans usually study Tae Kwon Do, Boxing or other largely upper-body based styles. Some may even study Sumotori, though they study the principles and moves, and do NOT seek to gain the often-associated body weight. Amazonchans have a strong almost cat/dog-like rivalry with Amazonlees. And like Pre-Sukebe Era cats and dogs, only those who've grown up together will lack this animosity. This animosity will reassert itself if the Amazonchan meets a different Amazonlee, but it will be directed entirely towards the other Amazonlee. However, when the Amazonkapoeraa are considered, the Amazonlee and Amazonchan have been known to work together grudgingly to deal with the annoying Amazonkapoeraa before resuming their own feud.

Amazonchans usually enjoy activities that involve using their hands, such as whittling, sculpting, sewing and such, making them a bit more popular with tamers on a budget. They tend to be more patient and careful than Amazonlees, except when around their leggy-kin. Amazonchans also like lifting weights to build up their arm muscles and can sometimes be workout partners for Amachops. It is recommended that Amazonchans not spar with any rock or steel type Pokégirls, as sometimes they have difficulty regulating their strength during training sessions. Tamers are advised to procure a Titapod or a Damsel whenever they obtain an Amazonchan- they are perfect sparring partners, as the former has defenses that are difficult to overcome and the latter cannot feel pain.

Amazonchans have a peculiarity when it comes to foods, alcohol will make an Amazonchan ill while milk products will actually act as an intoxicant. Some Amazonchans have been known to join a Milk Anonymous program while in large towns. This one week, crash-course program teaches Amazonchans how to avoid milk and keep from becoming addicted later on in life. Often, this program will take the place of the Amazonchan's standard training. Tamers have noticed that their Pokégirl's libido spikes whenever they take time off for training… some can never seem to wait for the program to be finished after getting only a few days into it.

ANUBUST, The Legendary Horus Hound Pokégirl
Type: Animorphic - Jackal
Element: Ghost
Frequency: Extremely Rare (Unique)
Diet: Energy, (can eat human-style foods in physical state)
Role: Spy, final reality check
Libido: Average
Strong Vs: Bug, Fighting, Ghost, Poison, Psychic, Cat-types
Weak Vs: Dark, Ghost
Attacks: Night Shade, Phantom Blade, Illusion, Invis 3, Phase, Posses (Physical form adds Evil Wind, Noxious Wind, Soothing Mist, Transcend Sword)
Enhancements: Legendary Salient Qualities, Incorporeal, Sleeplessness, Undetectable Aura, Greater Possession
Evolves: None
Evolves From: None

NOTE: UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE ALL INFORMATION BELOW IS TO BE CLASSFIED TOP-SECRET. NO ONE IS TO READ THIS FILE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION.

Sukebe has fooled us all...

We have known the history and stories of the Legendaries for years now. Even the Legendary Demoness Hild, whom has set up her web of lies and manipulated many people, the truth was still known to the League Officials that were in the know. And yet, with all the intelligence gathering, the networks comprised of researchers and allies... we have only RECENTLY discovered something important that we have been missing for centuries, something which the Legendary Pokégirls themselves might not have ever known about.

The fact remains we now know that there had been one last Legendary Pokégirl to the Second Generation of Sukebe's incredible and all-powerful creations.

Anubust.

We can't fault ourselves for not knowing about this Pokégirl. From the initial information gathered, it would seem that any knowledge about her existence was heavily guarded by Sukebe's own coding skills, and he even wove a special web of lies and deceit around her existence. She was not allowed contact with the other Legendaries, her place amongst the sisters that were closest to her was hidden with the creation of another Legendary, and her aura was treated in ways currently not understood, (yet can only be attributed as being a Legendary Salient quality) as to remain untraceable by all.

Created to make a Trio of Legendary Pokégirls based on the Egyptian Pantheon with the likes of the G-Splices Bastit and Sexmet, Anubust was modeled after the Egyptian God of Death, Lost Souls, and Orphans. Indeed, Sukebe took this to heart as Anubust is a surprisingly terrifying sight to initially behold, and that's managed without an Aura of Fear! The mass that makes up the body of this translucent being is almost a complete black, with eyes that shine of solid gold on a very canine face with no mouth to speak of, and with tall ears atop her head. While obviously muscular and feminine, it is hard to get any definition to Anubust's with the exception of her chest that looks to be D-Cup. While Anubust does have arms and legs, the latter just seem to hang as she floats there. Her arms, however, do move, mostly when she is attacking or is trying to show further expression, since her main form of communication in this state is telepathy, and without true facial features can have difficulty getting her point across otherwise.

However, once she takes possession of someone, the truth of her appearance unfolds. It does not matter whom she possesses, but once she does, an incredible change occurs. The body of the possessed goes through a transformation process that ignores the laws of conservation of mass, the body simulating what the Legendary Horus Hound would be in physical form, even any clothing the possessed was wearing will shift to suit her style. Standing tall at 6'8", the anthropomorphic Jackal woman's true physical strength is finally revealed, yet still maintaining an obviously feminine and alluring frame; the definition of her muscles and firm and rounded D-Cup breasts are accentuated by purest, darkest ebony fur. Her eyes, now with dark pupils, hold a fierce gaze and are outlined with a brilliantly shining color of gold.

For clothing, when she can, Anubust prefers to wear everything in gold. Her pleated-skirt is done in gold, sandals of golden thread with laces that go up to above her knees, and a golden Egyptian Headdress outlined with dark blue lapis luzi. When she removes her headdress, one can see her lengthy hair is done up in dreadlocks. However, her valued item that appears no matter what is a golden Ahnk on gold chain that she wears around her neck.

Interestingly, while in a physical form, it should be noted that there is a trade-off of Anubust's capabilities. When in a flesh and blood state, the Legendary Horus Hound is capable of being hurt, as now the possessed makes up her current body, and that is what takes the attack rather than her nearly impenetrable spirit. However, because of the capacity for good and evil that is within the hearts of all living beings, (even if they won't admit to it) Anubust can take control of a few techniques of Divine and Infernal natures when in a mortal state, adding to her already solid ghostly arsenal of attacks. Considering all of this which makes Anubust such an incredible addition to the ranks of his intimidating and oppressive Legendaries, it is a surprise that Sukebe chose to keep her existence a secret from all.

There was no mention of Anubust in any of the documents he allowed his forces access to, even the ones that required a higher rank of clearance. To throw off the idea of Bastit and Sexmet being Egyptian-themed for a reason, he created Macavity, a Legendary Cat-type so unlike the other two, yet still served the purpose in making it a 'trio' of Legendary Felines.

One has to wonder and worry about just how Macavity would feel if she ever found out she had been used as a cats-paw herself.

Indeed, the only one who would know about Anubust, and for over three centuries would ever know of her, would be Sukebe himself. It is only recently that Anubust herself has broken her vow of silence and come forth to only a select few, sharing knowledge of herself, the world around us, and forewarning about things that are going on without many knowing, and what is to come. Indeed, she plays a part of a most cryptic soothsayer, a true oracle.

Still, even with all the darkness that seems to surround her being, the Legendary does have one streak of light to her. As a guardian of orphans, she gives blessing to children whom have lost their parents. It does not matter their gender nor species, as she seems to have an affection for all children whom not have anyone who cares for them. This blessing seems to add an impressive 'luck' factor.

As contact with this Legendary has been severely limited in all ways so far, this PokéDex entry remains to support all currently known knowledge of the Legendary. Hopefully, if we can learn more, we can add onto what Anubust's exploits were during the War of Revenge, as well as how it is she passed through the centuries.

LICKARIO, the Orgasmic Oracle Pokégirl
Type: Anthropomorphic - Jackal
Element: Fighting/Steel
Frequency: Extremely Rare (Sunshine League), Unknown (All other Leagues)
Diet: Human-style foods, with preference for raw meat
Role: Anubust's avatar, oracle
Libido: Average (Very High during the Full Moon)
Strong Vs: Bug, Dark, Dragon, Ice, Plant, Normal, Rock, Steel
Weak Vs: Electric, Fire, Flying, Psychic
Attacks: Backhand, Drill Kick, Gatling Punch, Evade, Focus, Iron Punch, Iron Defense, Meteor Mash, Future Sight
Enhancements: Foresight, natural fighting skill, enhanced strength (x8), inner focus
Evolves: None
Evolves From: Coyotits (Anubust's Blessing)

NOTE: UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE ALL INFORMATION BELOW IS TO BE CLASSFIED TOP-SECRET. NO ONE IS TO READ THIS FILE WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORIZATION.

With the revelation of Anubust, slowly more information comes forth related to the Legendary Horus Hound Pokégirl. It would now seem that the rather rare breed of Pokégirl, the Coyotits of the Shunshine League is linked to Anubust. It appears that Sexmet isn't the only one whose 'blessing' and 'curse' can have the effect of incredible evolution.

Aaron Cameron, a professor in chi studies at Sunshine League's Diversity U, was teaching his class the ways of aura manipulation when Anubust came onto the scene, literally possessing his assistant, his Alpha Pokégirl, Maria. The Coyotits turned into a physical representation of Anubust, with the Legendary forewarning Aaron that his Pokégirl and teachings were vitally important, and that he should take good care of her and continue to train her, not just his students.

When Anubust left the Coyotits, the Brawling Bitch Pokégirl began to glow with a bright light as she evolved. When it was over, her magical essence, seemingly taken from her by Anubust, was replaced with the armored nature and raw power of steel. She was now what would become known as a Lickario. Since then, more and more Lickario has popped up, as it seems that Anubust has an affection for this species of Pokégirl. While still rarer than the Coyotits breeds, this canine species is becoming more of a sight in the Sunshine League. As one can surmise, keeping information about Anubust secret has become difficult in the Sunshine League as the rumor mill has already churned.

When it comes to look, the Lickario is considered awe-inspiring like her source. While before, one could say the Coyotits were borderline anthropomorphic, the Lickario definitely is. Once released of Anubust, a Lickario retains many of the Legendary's features, however, her pelt is far more varied, and she has a number of additions. A creamy colored torso with CC-Cup breasts and a steel spike between her cleavage, thighs and upper arms a beautiful blue, and her legs from the knees down and forearms being complete black, with a steel spike on the back of her hands, (which enhance the attack Backhand). Her head, while mostly blue furred, has black fur throughout her face that gives her a mask-like look. Also, it seems to be a preference for Lickario to fix their hair into dreadlocks as soon as possible, a nod to Anubust whom had blessed them.

When it comes to battle, a Lickario loves what has been done to her. While their magical potential is gone, the species come to embrace how they're something akin to an Armsmistress now. They can damage a lot more elemental Pokégirls due to their Steel sub-type, and because it is a sub-type, they are still on equal footing with other Fighting-type Pokégirls, just now harder to hurt and hitting back much harder. Iron Punch becomes their absolute favorite attack.

Amazingly however, a trademark of the Coyotits, resorting to dirty fighting, is no longer an aspect to their tactic skills... at least on the outside.

Thanks to the Future Sight technique, the Lickario has a form of precognition; allowing her to easily feel when and where an attack is going to come from, especially when she uses Evade and Focus in tandem with it. A Lickario will use this trio of techniques to keep ahead of her opponent as much as possible.

Still, with all these incredible aspects, one has to wonder if there are any downsides. Sadly, there are. While her physical defense is now astounding, the Lickario is surprisingly lacking with special defense. A solid hit from an attack like Flamethrower or Thunder could easily K.O. a Lickario in one hit.

Also, Taming is a bit limited in positions and practices when it comes to the fact that the Lickario has a steel spike coming out from the center of her sternum!

As one can guess, Doggy-style is going to be the safest way to Tame a Lickario from now on thanks to the trio of spikes coming out of her body. Thankfully, while they don't mind that, they do want

some attention on their breasts now and again. It's advised for a Tamer of a Lickario to be careful.

At this point in time, it is completely unheard of for a woman to Threshold into a Lickario. There are only the few Domestic and numerous Feral Coyotits that have been blessed by the Legendary Anubust, and none have been bred as of yet. Interestingly, the Domestic Lickario blush when such a concept is brought up to them.

AMAZONLEE, the Kicking Fiend Pokégirl
Type: Very Near Human
Element: Fighting
Frequency: Uncommon (mainly found in Fight City)
Diet: any human style food except high sugar foods
Role: Scouts, Fighters
Libido: Low (High twice a year)
Strong Vs: Dark, Ice, Rock, Normal, Steel
Weak Vs: Flying, Psychic
Attacks: Gatling Kick, Double Knee, Hurricane Kick, Chi Blast, Leg Sweep, Low Kick, Dodge, Drill Kick, and one of the following: Fire Kick, Water Kick, or Lightning Kick.
Enhancements: Enhanced Strength (x4), Enhanced Agility (x3), Enhanced Speed (x5), Flexibility
Evolves: Herolee (normal), Armsmistress (special training; works on it's strength), Heroine (Works on her fist attacks, Delta Bonded)
Evolves From: Tyamazon (battle stress; special)

Amazonlees are usually much taller than they were as Tyamazons. They generally stand an extra foot or so in height, and they have a habit of frequently bouncing, rocking or otherwise keeping their legs active. They don't like sitting unless it's to eat, rest, relax or go to the bathroom. If it's for any other reason (such as waiting or reading), they prefer to be on their feet. Like Amazonchans, Amazonlees often have unusual hair colors, but Amazonlees are more likely to have larger breasts, usually C- to D-cups.

Amazonlees are faster than Amazonchans, and love to lord their speed over their stronger, but slower sisters. Their flexibility allows them to do rather incredible dodges, which only serve to raise their counterparts' ire. However, Amazonlees are not quite as quick on their feet as the Amazonkapoeraa is. Amazonlees study leg-and-aerial-based martial arts, primarily Wu Shu and various forms of Kung Fu (no, not Matrix-like Kung Fu). Some also study kick-boxing, although many Amazonlee consider this a lesser form of martial arts and eschew this in favor of the more Edo-based forms of martial arts. Most Amazonlee Pokégirls may also learn one of three elemental kicks, but find that once mastering one of them, the others become too difficult to practice, as their abilities attune to using this element over any others. Evolving seems to correct this issue, however, as Herolee Pokégirls have been known to utilize a range of elemental kick attacks.

Amazonlees have a strong almost cat/dog-like rivalry with Amazonchans. And like Pre-Sukebe Era cats and dogs, only those who've grown up together will lack this animosity. This animosity will reassert itself if the Amazonlee meets a different Amazonchan, but it will be directed entirely towards the other Amazonchan. When dealing with Amazonkapoeraa, the Amazonlee will always attempt to defeat her as quickly as possible- the Amazonkapoeraa are more annoying than the Amazonchan, and both Amazonlee and Amazonchan have been known to ignore their differences to deal with the Amazonkapoeraa opponent first. To these two breeds, their rivalry is more important than the one they have with the Amazonkapoeraa.

Amazonlees enjoy various activities involving their legs, such as jogging, dancing or gymnastics. They can even learn various Dance Techniques. However, they tend to be more eager for action (or movement at least) than Amazonchans, and as such, are oftentimes viewed as impatient. As such, an Amazonlee's tamer had best be in into travel or at least have a lot of "running" errands for her. Some Amazonlee are used for courier services after they are given an ident-tag and/or collar, due to their speed, to give the Pokégirls a good way to exercise and train while doing something important, such as delivering packages. In some large cities throughout the world, some can be found as what's called Slowtit mail-girls: physical letters sent via the league's postal service.

Due to a peculiarity of their endocrine system, Amazonlee who eat high sugar foods grow torpid very quickly until they've had a chance to digest it and recover. Tamers running across wild Amazonlee have used this to capture the Pokégirl without exhausting her in a battle.

Once every six months, the Amazonlee take a two-day break from their training to meditate and relax, often referring to this period as their holiday. However, also during this time, their libidos spike from low to high. This has led researchers to the conclusion that the Amazonlee actually has a rather high libido normally, but is so focused on training during the rest of the year that it never has a chance to show itself otherwise. Any researchers or tamers that have attempted to get their Amazonlee to stop training for a day outside the holiday usually winds up with the Amazonlee ducking all their attempts to make them stop, or even to the point where the Amazonlee will disappear for the rest of the day in order to continue her training without her owner.

MEGAMI, the Goddess Pokégirl
Type: Very Near Human
Element: Psychic/Magic (Celestial)
Frequency: Unknown
Diet: human style diet
Role: varies
Libido: varies
Strong Vs: Poison, Varies
Weak Vs: Varies
Attacks: Smile, Cry, Aura Barrier, (all others vary)
Enhancements: Unnatural Beauty (or Cuteness), (all others vary)
Evolves: Demon-Goddess (E-Stone Ceremony), Megami-sama (Angel Stone, several conditions must be met)
Evolves From: Cherry (mechanism unknown), Drag King (mechanism unknown), Goth (by Sarcastic Goth sub-type only; mechanism unknown), Rooder (Passing the Trial), Kamichu (if very kind-hearted), (others possible)

Megami are the most mysterious of the Pokégirls. The number that exist is unknown as the number seems to change every time there's a poll. It is not recorded if there are feral Megami or not. There is no set description for a Megami, as they come in all shapes and sizes.

However, all Megami tend to be very attractive or cute, if not outright beautiful. No information exists to answer the question, "Do other females spontaneously evolve INTO Megami?"

Not much is known about Megamis because few people understand how they even GOT a Megami when they think about it logically and those who do have a Megami either don't ask or don't think it's a big deal. When a Megami shows up, they are acknowledged as if they had always been there. However, it is when a Pokégirl that is already a part of a harem evolves into a Megami that there are many questions from the Pokégirl's Tamer and other Pokégirls to be answered. Unfortunately for them, it is rare that any Megami give any straight-out answers to such questions. It is the mystery that compels people to ask, but it's the sly smile of the Megami that is given that is the only answer.

The only consistent numbers of Megami are from Pokécenters and hospitals, where Megami are often found with various other nurse-type Pokégirls. However, even these numbers tend to fluctuate somewhat when disasters occur, and Megami from who knows where flock to the area to help tend the wounded and assess the situation. And the few times that this has been seen, it was soon found that some sort of Infernal Pokégirl, Widow, or dark plot was involved in the same area. It is assumed by most researchers that many Megami will only gather in one place if it is a supreme event, and few wish to ever see such an event.

Megami can only be assessed as individuals when it comes to their own strengths and weaknesses. Statistically speaking, they have no average stats when compared to other Pokégirls. They are either excellent at something, or lousy. As such, their skills, attacks, defenses, and most enhancements are unknown until they are studied. And as no Megami allow themselves to be studied by anyone other than their Tamer, obviously one can only take a Megami at face value. As Celestial Pokégirls, Megami excel in vague remarks and keeping secrets, although only some of them consider it necessary to be completely vague in most anything of true import to them. The only way it has been found to get a straight answer from a Megami when regarding events to come, or something that they know but she is unwilling to speak of, is to trick them. This can be difficult, or simple, depending on the individual. Some Megami don't worry so much about this, however. Still, a number of Megami that have been reported show that they enjoy being vague.

There are, however, some standards among the Megami that have evolved from certain other Pokégirls. For example, Megami that evolve from a Cherry still lactate, but may use their enhanced magical abilities to change the effect of their milk from simple sweet and nutritious to act as a sedative, to induce lust, act as a healing drink, or other such effects. Megami that evolved from a Drag King may sometimes be mistaken as men, at times of their own choosing. Megami that evolve from a Rooder show a preference to drinking Lavender Water and creating Holy Water. Those that evolve from a Sarcastic Goth tend to retain their penchant for snide or biting comments when dealing with others, including her own tamer. These Megami also retain most, if not all of their attacks from their previous evolution. Researchers are attempting to discover if they can trace a Megami's previous evolution through this knowledge, but no progress has been made as of yet.

Ceremony Description

Elemental Stones Needed: Angel Stone, Dark Stone, Metal Jacket, Mana Crystal
Area & Time Conditions: Any time, with at least one respected individual in attendence.
Ceremony Itself: This ceremony is quite simple. When the Megami feels the time is right, she will admit her selfish ways are stronger than her need to follow the greater good. Her witnesses, an individual or individuals, whom she respects greatly (or even a legendary in attendance, perhaps) must hear her and believe in the truth that she speaks. When her mind and being believes her words fully, and with all four different evolutionary items placed nearby, the evolution items will activate and the Megami will evolve into a Demon-Goddess. Wearing an Everstone does negate this, however.

AMAZONKAPOERAA, the Acrobatic Fighter Pokégirl
Type: Very Near Human
Element: Fighting
Frequency: Uncommon (known to be found only in the southern rain forests)
Diet: vegetarian
Role: none known except to fight
Libido: Average (High with a master they like/trust)
Strong Vs: Bug, Dark, Ice, Rock, Normal, Steel
Weak Vs: Flying, Psychic
Attacks: Flying Kick, Hurricane Kick, Chi Blast, Leg Sweep, Super Jump Tackle
Enhancements: Enhanced Agility (x6), Enhanced Stamina (x5), Enhanced Strength (x2)
Evolves: Herokapoeraa (normal), Acrobabe (Psi-Crystal)
Evolves From: Tyamazon (battle stress; special)

Easily to identify by their always-tanned skin and dark hair, Amazonkapoeraa is a recently discovered Pokégirl that has been found to live in the unexplored sections of the southern rain forests. And like all Fighting-types, they have a rivalry with other Fighting-types Pokégirls as to which one is the best fighter. Unfortunately, their contribution to the inter-Amazon rivalries is the worst of the bunch.

While the Amazonchan and Amazonlee are like cats and dogs, the Amazonkapoeraa are more like the annoying mosquitoes that would get the cats and dogs to ignore each other in order to swat first. The Amazonwu, on the other hand, just ignores the Amazonkapoeraa as if they were Neo Iczels and Demon-Goddess'.

While Amazonchans are strong and Amazonlees are fast, Amazonkapoeraa are more acrobatic. They do all sort of jumps and rolls during a fight, looking almost like they were dancing. This dancing is something that annoys almost any Pokégirl, but once they get started it's almost impossible to land a hit unless their opponent is faster and stronger. Their movements are designed to keep the Pokégirl's attacking options open, as well as to keep from being struck by any attacks. If struck, they can usually roll with it to keep from getting hit with the majority of the attack's power.

Like other Amazon-subtype Pokégirls, Amazonkapoeraas have an odd dietary quirk: carbonated beverages are alcoholic to them. The more soda they drink, the more drunken they become, until they finally pass out. They often are found, when hungover, with at least half a dozen sodas around. Being defeated often depresses these Pokégirls to the point that they will drink sodas until they pass out, and the hangover just doesn't help. Being defeated by another Amazon-type, however, will cause a week-long soda-drinking binge that Tamers have complained that they couldn't get her to do anything else at all.

One thing that these Pokégirls hate is to be ignored. Their antics towards the 'chan and 'lee aside, they try to impress the Amazonwu... or at least, attempt to be noticed by them. The Amazonkapoeraa's attitude of chastising their opponents in battle is something that the Amazonwu hate, and the 'chan and 'lee can't stand- but while the 'chan and 'lee will turn their attention to the 'kapoeraa, the 'wu will just simply ignore them. It is considered the mark of a good Tamer to get both a 'wu and a 'kapoeraa to work together, which is considered almost as difficult as getting an Amazonchan and an Amazonlee to do the same.

VALKYRIE, the Northern Swordmistress Pokégirl
Type: Very Near Human Metamorph
Element: Fighting/Flying
Frequency: Very Rare
Diet: human-style diet
Role: Capture and rescue
Libido: Low to Average
Strong Vs: Bug, Dark, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel
Weak Vs: Flying, Psychic
Attacks: Slash, Double Slash, Cut, Sword Dance, Focus Energy, Wingover, Dive
Enhancements: Enhanced Speed (x6), Enhanced Strength (x7), Enhanced Endurance (x4), Can summon weapons and armor. Can make wings appear and disappear.
Evolves: Armsmistress (Dawn Stone)
Evolves From: Slicer (battle stress), Airmaiden (battle stress)

Valkyries bear a resemblance to Angels in appearance, and are often mistaken as such. They are tall and athletically built. They aren't as muscled as some types, and still possess softness and curves, but one can easily see the strength in their limbs and the dangerous grace of a warrior. Their hair is usually golden blonde (occasionally silver, and other shades of blonde), and almost always kept long, though it is usually tied in braids or pigtails. Eye color is light, either blue or green. Skin color is pale. Valkyries typically appear with a breastplate, a helm with wing motifs, greaves, longsword, and in the off-hand either a shortsword or a shield. Some Valkyries have been known to use a spear instead. Finally, they have a pair of white feathered wings, separate from their arms, much like an Angel. These wings can be summoned or dismissed by touching a jewel on her chest. Valkyries usually insist on wearing some clothes, though they need not be terribly modest, and will rarely take off their armor outside of taming or bathing.

Valkyries have an ingrained habit of searching battlefields for powerful, defeated Pokégirls, and rescuing or capturing them. This should be noted, since if a Valkyrie can access a tamer's Pokégirls after a tough battle, a tamer can suddenly find themselves out of spare Pokéballs and with an extra handful of Pokégirls added to their harem. They will also consider getting a downed harem sister out of the battlefield to be of higher priority than defeating their enemy. However, they will stop all this behavior (begrudgingly) at their tamer's insistence. It is sometimes considered a bad omen to see a flock of feral Valkyries in flight, as it can suggest that a large battle with many injured or dead is, has, or will soon occur. The phrase "flight of the Valkyries" is sometimes used as a euphemism for war in literature.

Valkyries are excellent fighters with their weapons, on par with all the other Slicer evolutions. They are also brilliant at evaluating the strength of a fighter. They tend to fight defensively, economizing movement, warding blows away with armor and shield while they wait for an opening. With great strength and precision, they seek to end the fight quickly with as little effort on their part as possible, so that they have the energy to evacuate any allies from the fight, if needed. A Valkyrie often uses her wings to quickly charge her foes, either for hit and run attacks or to quickly get into a defensive position. Valkyries usually only use their wings for movement, however, and dismiss them once in the melee. She can also use them for distance attacks against ground targets. It should be noted that in aerial combat, a Valkyrie will usually prove inferior to other flying types, especially birds.

Resembling Angels in more than just appearance, Valkyries are polite but serious and aloof, at least in public. The only exception to this is if she is drunk, which will prompt very different behavior, namely: loud merrymaking, singing, boasting, and much more friendly behavior towards her tamer. While sober, a Valkyrie won't publicly show her tamer affection; or at least nothing more than a smile and holding hands. Though, if her tamer initiates affectionate behavior with her, she will not push them away unless they try for more than a lip kiss. In a private setting, a Valkyrie is much more open and loving, though mildly bashful. Feral Valkyries are fairly docile, and do not commonly attack humans. However, they will defend themselves from direct attack, and will resist capture to the best of their abilities. Once captured, they do not provide much, if any trouble to their new masters. If any battles occur near them, feral Valkyries will take any unconscious Pokégirls a safe distance away from the fight.

Valkyries will often concern themselves with the safety of their harem sisters. They make fine alphas for this reason, though generally they are content in any position as long as the harem is in good health. Valkyries may have problems with infernal Pokégirls, but likely will not get violent with them unless attacked or unless they are doing something actively evil.

There is little to note in regards to taming Valkyries. There is, of course, the standard advice for all flying types. When their wings are out, most do not like positions where weight is put on the wings (e.g.: the missionary position), and it is best to tame them in the open air, as they sometimes beat their wings during orgasm. Finally, as with many flying Pokégirls, a fair few may entertain fantasies about mid-air taming.

To date, there have been no reported cases of thresholding directly to a Valkyrie.

HEROINE, the Heroic Prodigal Pokégirl
Type: Very Near Human
Element: Fighting/Psychic
Frequency: Very Rare
Diet: human diet
Role: Martial Art masters
Libido: Average
Strong Vs: Fighting, Ice, Normal, Poison, Rock, Steel
Weak Vs: Flying, Ghost
Attacks: Comet Punch, Gatling Punch, Crescent Kick, Legsweep, Hypnotize, Telekinesis, Psychic, Psycho Crusher, Counterstrike, Double Team, Foresight, Final Strike
Enhancements: Enhanced Strength (x10), Enhanced Agility (x6), Enhanced Speed (x8), Enhanced
Endurance (x5), Telepathy
Evolves: None
Evolves From: Loner (Works on martial arts, attempts to open up, Delta Bonded), Amazonchan (works on her kick attacks, Delta Bonded), Amazonlee (Works on her fist attacks, Delta Bonded)

When a Loner, Amazonchan, or Amazonlee gain a close enough bond with their masters, and devote themselves to mastering their untapped martial abilities, a startling transformation can occur. The Heroine is a powerful blend of martial arts and psychic attacks. They are equally adept at attacking with their hands or feet, and are capable of striking out with their very will, making her a dangerous opponent to face. Heroines find their mastery over mind and body to be a tremendous edge over many foes.

Very little can be said of the Heroine's physical appearance, for it is highly variable, with no known trends in skin tone, hair or eye color, or bust size. They tend to prefer more flamboyant outfits, but exceptions are known. Some people have noted mysterious fluttering of the Heroine's clothes, as if they were pushed by a light wind – regardless of whether there is a source of wind in the area or not – but this, too, is not universal.

The Heroine's abilities depend somewhat on her evolutionary part. Those that evolved from Loners tend to be more proficient in using their Psychic attacks, and those evolved from Amazons tend to focus more on their physical skills. On the average, however, the Heroine is capable of using both skillfully regardless of path. Unfortunately, though keeping (or in some cases, gaining) the Psychic type, the Heroine does not possess the Teleport technique, even if it possessed it before. While this is can be a source of frustration for those who were once Loners, most come to accept it, reveling in their new strength.

Heroines tend to be very social, enjoying the company of others. They are energetic and gung-ho, and love a challenge. Those who evolved from Amazons may yet enjoy the company of the Amazons, though those not yet evolved to the 'Hero-' level may balk at her strange fighting style and 'weird' psychic abilities.

Heroines do, however, have to be treated with some care, as they are perhaps too eager. They think little of putting themselves in harms way if it will protect someone else, even if a simpler and less-injury-prone solution could be found, and in particularly intense battles, it doesn't hurt to remind them that killing themselves to accomplish a task isn't such a good idea.

Researchers are curious as to how the Loner, evolved from a human-designed Pokégirl, can evolve into the same Pokégirl that the Amazonchan and Amazonlee can. However, like the Goth's ability to evolve into a Megami, they cannot deny, however strange, that it works.

There has only been one recorded instance of Thresholding directly into a Heroine, when in 283 AS a girl who was undergoing threshold with strong Goth ancestry Recognized with a wandering Tamer. There is still some debate over if she simply thresholded into a Loner then evolved into a Heroine or not. Feral Heroine's are unheard of, because – while bonds between Ferals is not unheard of - the path to becoming a Heroine would require a feral to go directly counter to her base instincts – an unlikely event indeed.

Final Strike - (ATK 260) A powerful series of physical and telekinetic attacks, ending with a devastating, explosive chi strike. Deals full damage only if all hits connect, making it of little use on slippery opponents. Tends to be very draining on the user, and so is considered a move of last resort.

FIENDISH (insert name here), the Infernal (insert title here) Pokégirl
Type: as base type
Element: as base type (Infernal)
Frequency: Very Rare
Diet: as base type
Role: agent of havoc
Libido: as base type
Strong Vs: as base type, Normal, Poison
Weak Vs: as base type, Ghost
Attacks: Hell Fire, Damnation, plus base type's attacks
Enhancements: Healthy, Toughness, Pristine Sensuality, plus base type's enhancements
Evolves: None
Evolves From: base type (dark blessing by an infernal Pokégirl)

A Fiendish Pokégirl is one who has been given a dark blessing by a powerful infernal Pokégirl, such as a Demoness or a Mazouku (and is not already of an infernal nature). This blessing is never given to an unknowing subject; the giver always makes sure the supplicant is not only ready, but willing to serve her as well. The evolution occurs immediately, but instead of a flash of light that signifies most evolutions, this one occurs in a flash of darkness. It's for this and other reasons that the infernal Pokégirl and the one receiving the blessing almost always do this in seclusion. An infernal Pokégirl usually only grants this to a Pokégirl who has been under her wing for some time now. Since most infernal Pokégirls are weak against their celestial counterparts, they tend to use a Fiendish Pokégirl that they've trained to do their dirty work for them, since Fiendish Pokégirls aren't weak versus celestials. However, an infernal Pokégirl knows she's walking a thin line with this. Any Pokégirl trained by an infernal is sure to be as sneaky and self-serving as her mentor, and giving her extra power could set up the infernal Pokégirl to be stabbed in the back. Add to this that most Pokégirls are very upset to learn that once they become Fiendish, they can no longer evolve, and it tends to be only a matter of time before they turn on their mentor, usually with disastrous results.

Because of this, infernal Pokégirls usually chose moderately-powerful Pokégirls to transform into Fiendish Pokégirls, a great irony when one considers that this usually denies the Fiendish Pokégirl the power she would need to defeat a celestial.

A Fiendish Pokégirl is one who is harder to hurt than before. Her Toughness enhancement allows her to soak up more damage and still keep going than she could have previously, and her Healthy enhancement lets her resist all but the most virulent diseases. A Fiendish Pokégirl also has the Pristine Sensuality enhancement, which increases her beauty subtly, smoothing out small imperfections that existed before to make her stunning now. Further, it somehow makes her seem incredibly sultry. Everything she does, every move she makes, just seems suggestive and erotic somehow.

Fiendish Pokégirls become stronger in battle as well. Their new status helps render them resistant to poison, making them favored fighters against Poison-type Pokégirls. They are also easily able to walk all over Pokégirls with no favored element. However, they have a harder time affecting Ghost-type Pokégirls than they did before, finding it more difficult to affect those Pokégirls who have already stepped beyond the veil of death, and so have little to fear from hellish concerns.

A Fiendish Pokégirl has two new attacks: Hell Fire and Damnation. Damnation is a more powerful version of the Witch's Curse attack. Whereas that conveys a very temporary bout of minor bad luck to the target, Damnation inflicts a lasting case of ill fortune. The results are never major, but the recipient can usually count on being in the wrong place at the wrong time, subject to unfair circumstances, etc. This aura of ill luck can only be cancelled by the one who bestowed it, by a stronger infernal Pokégirl, or by a kiss from a celestial Pokégirl. Hell Fire is a much more dramatic attack. The Pokégirl can form black fire in her hands to throw at her opponents. Hell Fire is very intense, but this is due to magic more than any degree of heat, and it is able to burn both living things and inanimate objects with astounding tenacity, even setting afire things that should be inflammable. It is still a fire and magic attack though, and can be blocked by defenses that stop those elements. Fiendish Pokégirls are no better or worse at pokesex battles than they were before evolving.

A Fiendish Pokégirl cannot be evolved by any method. Furthermore, the Pokégirl who granted the base type her Fiendish status can remove that same blessing at any time, from any distance (though she otherwise has no connection of any sort to her supplicant). When this happens, the base-type can again evolve normally. However, unbecoming a Fiendish Pokégirl results in the base type falling under the effects of a Damnation attack, and in her eyes turning completely black (although her vision is in no way changed). The base type Pokégirl cannot remove the Damnation herself, and the brand identifies her nature to those in the know, which means that most celestial or infernal Pokégirls will want nothing to do with the base type Pokégirl. When the Damnation is removed, her eyes return to normal.

There have never been reports of a Feral Fiendish Pokégirl, but considering how rare they are and how easily they'd be able to get laid, this isn't too surprising. There likewise have never been any cases of a Threshold girl becoming a Fiendish Pokégirl of any sort, something researchers guess to be impossible short of an infernal Pokégirl taking a hand before the transformation to Pokégirl.

WAR HOUND, the Fighting Dog Pokégirl
Type: Animorph (canine)
Element: Dark/Fighting
Frequency: Very Rare
Diet: meat with the occasional plant
Role: Combat, training other girls to fight
Libido: Average (High monthly)
Strong Vs: Normal, Ghost, Psychic
Weak Vs: Bug, Fighting, Rock, olfactory attacks
Attacks: Bite, Crunch, Counter, Evade, Stone Palm, Focus, Backhand, Uppercut, Resist, Crushing Punch, Gatling Kick, Flying Kick, Legsweep, Crescent Kick, Reverse Crescent, Drill Kick, Chump Change, Calm Soul
Enhancements: Enhanced Strength (x7), Enhanced Olfactory Sense (x8), Enhanced Speed (x4),
Enhanced Endurance (x4), Enhanced Agility (x4)
Evolves: None
Evolves From: Hound (battle stress)

War Hounds are a rare occurrence amongst Hounds. Because Hounds are so territorial, they rare end up in a battle situation tense enough for the evolution to occur. When it does occur, however, a strong, powerful ally is gained. War Hounds gain a greatly increased muscle mass, an increased bust-size, short bone-spurs grow out of their elbows and knees (strangely, these do not impede their movements at all), and twin horns grow out of the Pokégirl's head, curving around the top of their skulls.

In addition to becoming better at fighting, they also become more willing to go wandering, as they gain a desire to do battle more often, even in just friendly sparring competitions. They are fierce fighters, and use their new bone spurs to great advantage in battle, most War Hounds adopting a Muay Thai style of fighting without knowing it. In the former Thai Empire area, where the martial art is still actively practiced, War Hounds are popular because of their eagerness to learn the art.

Due to their rarity, they fetch a high price on the black market. However they are very hard to get, as they retain the loyalty and loving nature of their previous forms, and will not let themselves be turned to evil no matter what. There's also the problem of catching a Hound to begin with and forcing it to evolve into a War Hound.

They do not make very good Domestics, trading in domestic skills for combat ones, but many still employ War Hounds as guards anyway, sometimes even having them train other dog-type Pokégirls assigned to the area. They are excellent teachers, treating their students firmly and not tolerating lollygagging, but fairly, making sure that everyone learns and everyone gets a chance. Several local police forces in the Thai Empire area of the Ruby League employ War Hounds to train the Pokégirls working with the force.

Due to the rarity of the War Hound, no cases of Thresholding into one have been reported.

JENOVA, the Calamity Pokégirl
Type: Very Near Human
Element: Unsure, assumed to be Ghost/Magic
Frequency: Extremely Rare (Unique)
Diet: Presumed human-style
Role: Disasters, general trouble-making, advance scout (Wartime only)
Libido: Unknown
Strong Vs: Normal, Magic, Psychic, Fighting
Weak Vs: Ground, Poison
Attacks: Ghost Blade, Night Shade, Telekinesis, Dominate, Hypnotize, Fade, Heal, Flash, Foresight, Confusion, Disable, Disable Max, Mirror Coat, Metronome, Feel the Burn, Phase, Invis 1, 2, 3, Absorb, Imitate, Steal Luck, Dazzle, Teleport, Temperature Barrier, Aura Barrier, Barrier, Ashen Wings
Enhancements: Magic affinity, Psychic affinity, low-level uncontrollable ability to affect probabilities in a negative fashion, high intelligence, psychotic
Evolves: None
Evolves From: None

WARNING: THE INFORMATION IN THIS RECORD IS CLASSIFIED EYES ONLY TOP SECRET. NO, REPEAT NO INFORMATION ABOUT JENOVA EXCEPT FOR THE "Calamity from the Sky" COVER STORY IS TO BE PLACED IN THE PUBLIC ACCESS POKÉDEX! PERSONS WHO VIOLATE THIS WILL BE SUBJECT TO IMMEDIATE SANCTIONING. WE DO NOT WANT TAMERS GOING AFTER HER!

If there were no other reason to hate Sukebe, Jenova would be it.

While nowhere near as powerful as the Legendaries and not classified as such despite her seeming agelessness, she is more powerful than most other Pokégirls out there. She's beautiful, like the vast majority of Pokégirls, with dark grey skin, white hair, firm, a soft, round ass, trim hips that aren't too wide or too small, DD-cup breasts that don't sag in the slightest despite her age, and glowing, enchanting white eyes. She moves gracefully, with swift, elegant movements and when seen, she is usually clad in a silken white robe that flows like water when she moves.

That's about where the attractiveness ends.

Jenova is a wicked Pokégirl, cruel and vicious and loving to cause trouble and chaos. When she shows up, it means something bad is about to happen, no question whatsoever, whether she causes it directly or not. She delights in causing even the slightest kind of trouble, and laughs when she sees someone in pain. During the War, her favorite tricks involved sabotaging vehicles so that they'd explode when airmen tried to start them up.

Needless to say, Macavity adores her.

She was one of the most hated Pokégirls during the War, and the arising Leagues scrambled for ways to try to kill her. Surviving witnesses place her at the site of many Pokégirl-related disasters before they happened, including a horde of Manti invading a Russian fortress and slaughtering several scientists who were working on a device based on psychic energy to try and pacify other Pokégirls. Shortly beforehand, Jenova was seen casually sitting on the roof of the main building in the fortress, whistling softly. Only one woman survived, and that's because Jenova had captured her and was Taming her.

However, there is a small ray of hope, as her ability to have things go wrong can work against her as well as for her. During one of Atmuff's earliest rampages, she came across Jenova and nearly killed her, the powerful warrior overwhelming Jenova completely and nearly beating her to death. She went into seclusion for several years after that.

For years, her presence was lost. Then she was sighted investigating the ruins of the first Widow attack, an amused expression on her face. She has shown up a few more times since then, sometimes assisting a cadre of Limbec Pirates. And there are also unconfirmed reports of Jenova being in direct contact with the infamous Athena of the Crimson League. Frequently she has been seen in the company of Macavity, usually with Macavity making Jenova squirm and moan in ecstasy.

Bootleg videos of some of their encounters are available.

As Macavity, despite her chaotic and borderline psychotic tendencies, is one of the easier to find and more 'amiable' Legendaries, we were able to convince her to tell us a little about Jenova. Unfortunately, it all related to Taming techniques, as apparently Jenova, while having high endurance, also has a low pleasure threshold. This, however, was taken as good news, as it means that she is potentially controllable.

There are also unconfirmed reports of Jenova's DNA being used to breed super soldiers. One rumored to have DNA is a tamer who's only known name is Sephiroth, however he disappeared shortly after murdering his rival, Cloud Strife, and his Pokégirls.

All information on Jenova MUST BE CONCEALED. She is too dangerous a Pokégirl for anyone to try and catch. If Tamers should try to go after her, the body count is practically guaranteed to be enormous. League officials should keep spreading false knowledge, rumors, and lies about her. A cover story based on a mythological society that predates even Pre-Sukebe human society has been included in a separate file. Repeat: The Cetra cover story is the ONLY information allowed within the public Pokédex. Revealing of any true information about Jenova is punishable by having the S-Goths set on your trail, and they are confirmed to be able to have fates worse than death at their disposal…

Recent Update: A friendly within Sanctuary has told us about a legend within the culture of the S-Goths. The earliest S-Goths report having visions of a ghostly, shadowy woman, her face partially masked by a steel helmet, guiding them to a mystical power. This story has led to several distressing theories about the S-Goths, such as the increasingly strong possibility that they may have acquired their power from Jenova herself…