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THE VALUUD REGION
For one reason or another, you have been invited to the Valuud Region, a land of duality; of untamed wilds but also cutting-edge technology and advancement, with both sprawling cities and vast outback. You may be intimately familiar with the region, or you may have never heard of it, whatever the case may be, the reason for your arrival was an opportunity you couldn’t refuse.
Maybe the rousing notion of adventure and challenge brought you, maybe you were offered a job you couldn’t turn down. Maybe you are being recognized for talents that other regions couldn’t see, or maybe you’re returning home to family. Regardless of reason, the Valuud Region welcomes you!
GRANDIS CITY DOCKS / 12 PM / SUNNY - 85°F(29°C)
A loud horn cutting through the air signaled the cruise ship’s proximity to the shore of the Valuud Region’s capital city of Grandis. The sharp sound, to some, might be surprising and harsh, however for the citizens of Grandis it was a regular occurrence, and many often paid it no mind other than receivers at the dock. Cruising closely to the right of the ship was a Wailord and seen in the clear waters just around it were 2 Wailmer and several other water-type Pokémon. In the air above you squawked several Wingulls who were following a large Pelipper and just above them, a pair of Swellow who darted quickly away and towards the shore.
There was a raucous buzz in the air, one almost indistinguishable from the distance you were at, yet as the ship drew closer you began to recognize as human activity; the honking of car horns, the shouting of vendors and the chatter and laughter of citizens going about their day.
The dock itself was abuzz with workers and tourists alike, scurrying around each other as bags were grabbed and bodies departed ships. It seemed chaotic, but there was method in the madness and the efficiency of these workers was not to be questioned, as despite the chaotic circumstance of their workplace, not a single departing passenger left unhappy, at least not that could be seen. Another horn sounded as your ship pulled in to port and successfully docked. It wasn’t long after the procedure was finished that passengers began departing and meeting with receivers and dock workers to retrieve their belongings and make their way into the beating heart of this massive city.
ELSEWHERE / 12 PM / SUNNY - 85°F(29°C)
The rest of the Valuud Region was just as busy with activity as the docks of that grand city. It was noon at the start of summer, students were enjoying their days away from school and vacationers were taking in the sights of the region. Even the unruly outback of Valuud seemed jolly today, although you certainly wouldn't want to be caught out there with no Pokémon. It seemed today that the entire region was alight with energy and enthusiasm, ready for whatever the day might bring.
