We're all gonna get in a fight! [EVENT: FITE NITE][Warning: Violence and Blood]

[smartass_captain]

People have been disappearing in the Nexus.

Going missing from work, from their homes, from the Plaza.

Locals are staying in their homes, shutting their doors. Even the more shut-in of Nexus goers will be able to tell that something is amiss around here. The Plaza is strangely sparse as far as foot traffic; many of the shops downtown are closing early.

Word is spreading in the Industrial District of an anomaly in the anti-violence field. Easy money for betting in cage fighting. Less easy money but larger amounts for competing in said cage matches. One on one, matches with and without weapons. Rounds go until someone surrenders, is knocked out, or dies. Who would set up such a thing? It's becoming very popular and many a coin is being generated. Are so many people really signing up for this?

Some are. Others are captured and drugged, thrown into the ring against their will with the ultimatum: Fight and get free, or die.

What do you do?

Are you looking to bet your wages? Sign up for a chance at riches? Are you one of the unwilling laying in a dark room?

Or.

Are you going to stand for this if not?

((Please view this OOC post to chat with other players before you jump into a fight! All fights must be agreed upon by participants ahead of time for severity of injuries. Outcomes can be agreed upon or will be decided by a coinflip by myself. Please do not come into this expecting to clean sweep someone without sustaining injuries unless you and your fight partner have agreed ahead of time that would be hilarious. If there are questins, concerns, or complaints PM me. TL:DR Have fun and don't be a dick!))

Comments

[youmeandpokemon]

[It seems that the turtle could be considered like one of Kaz's recruits, determined and ready to prove his worth to the Commander. He gives Kaz a nod, an agreement and understanding to the pain this battle might bring. The pokemon doesn't even attempt to take a cheap shot at Kaz, jumping back a few feet, tail twitching furiously.]

Squirtle!!! [The best way to show Kaz what he's learned is actually acting out. He concentrates, aiming carefully, and begins firing rapid shots of water at Kaz. Time to see how the commander responds to this assault of the tides.]

[hellburger]

After their last encounter, Miller was expecting a ranged attack. He dodges narrowly, not anticipating the increased speed. "Wow, you've really got some power behind those things. Great for hitting your mark. So long as it holds still."

He reaches down to draw the combat knife from the sheath at his ankle and holds it blade-down in one fist, keeping the other hand free to block or grapple as needed. Thus armed, he charges forward to close the distance and take a swipe at the creature. The motion isn't incredibly elegant; he's not accustomed to fighting opponents this small.

[youmeandpokemon]

[Seeing Miller dodge the water doesn't catch Squirtle off guard, in fact, he was preparing himself for that to happen. Being in the wrong mindset is a weakness, and this pokemon knows his opponent is tough, someone he can't let his guard down against.]

[When Miller rushes in with the knife, the turtle hops backwards, his shell being lightly scratched by the blade. A small amount of damage there, but what worries the turtle is that Kaz kept his arm open. He's seen fighting pokemon do this, a way to keep their opponent in check. Close range combat is something the turtle is trying to avoid, so he takes a deep breath and breathes a stream of bubbles at his opponent, hoping to at least distract Kaz long enough to get some space between them.]

[hellburger]

The bubbles prove to be super effective thanks in part to those sunglasses. They cling, pop, and distort the view through the lenses, making Kaz pause long enough to prop them up on his hairline. He guffaws and wipes his face against his upper sleeve as he extends his arm back out. "Cute trick! Haven't seen that one before."

The attempt to maintain distance is obvious, and the bubbles have definitely bought the Squirtle several yards of buffer. That space is going to close up quickly, though.

[youmeandpokemon]

[The turtle would respond, but it's clear that he's filled with determination, focused on the fight. He can socialize or compliment Kaz later, once a clear winner is settled. Squirtle doesn't get much time to react when being rushed down, trying to duck into his shell quickly. Running away wont help, as the pokemon knows Kaz is fast.

From the looks of it, however, the pokemon isn't going to win this speed tie. Kaz should have enough time to score a hit or two if he tries.]