[Action] Wanna Build a SnowMon?

[innocent_royal]

[At long last, the temperature has dropped far enough that Anastasia can freely and safely roam outside without the ruby circlet or any kind of cover in the forms of hoods or parasols.

Could it really be such a surprise that Anastasia can be found lightly dressed for this weather? She can be found in various parks, playing in the snow with her Pokemon, mainly Sylveon and Glaceon. In such parks where there is plenty of snow, whether natural or produced with her magic or Glaceon's power, she is building a Snowglaceon.

The Fresh Snow Pokemon itself barks in protest at the absurd depiction of its likeness.

When she sees someone passing by, she waves to them.]

Excuse me? I'm sorry to bother you, but can you help me with a tiny project? I promise it won't take long.

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[lazuline]

[Azura hadn't been doing anything in particular that was important, so if this young lady has a request, then why not.]

What sort of project? If you're certain it won't take too long, I don't mind.

[innocent_royal]

This snow Glaceon.

[She waves her over and gestures to a spot on the snow sculpture's cheek and ear.]

If you can hold your hands on these two spots, I can add supports so the ear doesn't fall off and take the rest with it.

[The real Glaceon was barking in protest. Don't help finish this snow spoof!]

[lazuline]

[Ah, how clever! She laughs.] of course. I don't mind at all.

[she does as requested, gaze drifting over to Glaceon] Don't worry, I feel like she's doing a good job at capturing your likeness.

[innocent_royal]

[Glaceon's ears droop in response.]

Glaceon is quite stoic. Shy, but sweet.

[Once the woman got into position, Anastasia gathered up some handfuls of snow and began working on the support patches, using her ice magic to make them strong and sturdy by freezing it into ice.]

There we go. Thank you, Ma'am. It should be strobg enough for me to finish the other side.

[lazuline]

[Once she's free from holding the snow in place, she reaches out to let Glaceon sniff her fingers with the intention of maybe getting permission to pet him.]

You're welcome. I'm happy I could help. You're quiet talented.

[innocent_royal]

[The Glaceon sniffs the woman's fingers before opening its mouth wide and chomping down on what is perhaps the most shy and weak bite in the history of revenge. It probably more ticklish than anything.

It quickly let's go and stares, giving a paw a lick to groom its face in a cat-like fashion.

Meanwhile, Anastasia busily works on the other side of the SnowMon.]

Thank you. I came from a land that always saw snowfall, so playing in snow was something we always did as children.

[Except for Anastasia, mostly.]

If you're not busy, would you like to meet my other Pokemon? It's important for them to meet more people.

[lazuline]

[Azura's not sure how to take that bite, but she does reach out to gently pat glaceon a moment. Her attention turns then, back to Anastasia.]

You have others like this? [she's never heard the word pokemon, but she can assume it's in reference to the young lady's pet.]

[innocent_royal]

Well, one of them is from the same family as her.

[She nods to Glaceon. She retrieves a few capsule-like balls and tosses them to a clearing near by.

Out comes a spritely Sylveon, chirping happily to be free to play in snow. Second, a hulking Nidoking who doesnt seem amused to be called into this weather. And lastly, a beautiful Primarina who sings merrily on this occasion.]

I have two more, but... One really doesn t like this weather and the other is...a bit of a brat.

[lazuline]

Oh, goodness. What a collection. [She steps over to each in turn, giving them pats or gentle touches if it seems they're receptive.]

They all seem quite happy. You must take wonderful care of them.

[innocent_royal]

[Ever a gregarious one, Sylveon puts its paws on Azura and gives her head pats right back with its ribbon-like feelers.

Nidoking wasn't as receptive, but he is usually docile around females and reluctantly permits her to pat him.

Primarina raised a flipper for Azura to pat instead of the head or nose, singing a welcoming little tune as she approached.]

Thank you. I try my best to keep them free and entertained. They can be handfuls sometimes, especially Sylveon.

[lazuline]

[Azura is laughing by the time she's gone through this introduction.]

I can certainly tell that you have your hands full. What sorts are the two you decided not to show me today?

[innocent_royal]

[The SnowMon is alnost finished. Anastasia takes a break from the building.]

One is Ribombee, a Bug type. She hates extreme temperature changes. The other is Mismagius, a Ghost type. She likes to do her own thing and doesn't really care to listen to me.

[Speaking of not caring, Nidoking roars in a disgruntled way before dematerializing and retreating back into his Pokeball.]

[lazuline]

Ah, I see. It only makes sense to keep them put away in that case. I do hope that your Mismagius decides to listen to you eventually. Perhaps some quality time to build up trust would be a good idea.

[innocent_royal]

It's not that Phantasma doesn't like me, she just prefers to not follow orders. Ghosts are pranksters.

...Phantasma is my Mismagius.

[Speaking of pranks, Anastasia's long, loose hair is starting to rise on their own, followed by undulation like it was being chewed on. She doesn't notice this.

Weird...]

[lazuline]

Ah... [Azura, however, does notice. The shocked, somewhat worried expression on her face clear.]

Are you certain that your... ah Phantasma is in her little orb?

[innocent_royal]

Ah... She should be?

[Now Anastasia isn't positive anymore. She moves for her bag again to pick out the Pokeball belonging to Mismagius, examining it.]

...Okay, she got out again.

[Behind Anastasia, the Pokemon begins to fade into view, playfully chewing on Anastasia's hair. The young woman herself still doesn't notice.]