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[As the video starts, Mewtwo can be seen back in Fayren, surrounded by as serene a picture he could find. He didn't like politics, but it was an easily manipulable image he could produce. He was seated cross-legged on the ground, looking into the camera as it floated in front of him.]

It has recently come to my attention that the window for voting on the guardianship of Fayren is now open. I would encourage all to vote, and should there be any questions regarding the issues, I would gladly answer them in this venue. Also, I would like to take this opportunity to invite Azula - my opponent - to join me here, so as to remove both of ourselves from the voting process, ensuring neither of us have any hand in manipulating, intimidating, or otherwise coercing the outcome in our favor.

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Aha, so this is what that message was about!

[Mewtwo is met by a smiling blond face, Richard's enthusiastic charms just about radiating off of him. Mewtwo may or may not be blinded by his beauty. (Probably not.)]

I've never witnessed an election firsthand myself, the idea is fascinating to me. How does one determine their ability to rule if they are not born into the role, sir?

[He's not even questioning the weird monster thing that's talking to him. Being whisked away to another world meant strange changes, after all!]

By evaluating track records and credentials. Whoever has the talent to change what needs to be changed in a timely manner for the benefit of all. Of course, the election is a majority rule. The candidate that receives the most votes wins.

The implication is that the most qualified for the job would be picked by the majority.

[Being artificially created without a sense of beauty or any kind of libido helps him remain completely and utterly unimpressed with the man's smile.]

And if the majority has chosen wrong? I assume usurpation would be the only choice.

[Richard is a king in his homeland, this is all a bit difficult to grasp.]

Usually, there are procedures in place to provide the people with a way of removing those who are unqualified or abuse their positions, yes. However, I'm unsure as to how those work in this place.

I suppose you should find out then, should you not?

Of course, I'm not assuming you're a terrible candidate, I'm simple unsure of the rules.

I would prefer to have faith in the people that they choose the best suited candidate for the job.

[In reality, he's got contingency plans, most of which involve moving to one of the other cities.]

Ah, I see. It's good to know the people here have had a good education to know the right choices to make. It's wonderful to see!

[Ah, then he realizes...]

I've yet to introduce myself, please forgive my rudeness. My name is Richard.

And you may call me Mewtwo.

It's good to make your acquaintance, sir.

[Richard bows his head a little.]

Now, if you're a candidate could you elaborate as to why you would be the better of your competition?

Because I have a vested interest in keeping this place safe and doing a satisfactory job in the position. My diet is very limited, and the berries that are produced in Fayren are the closest thing to the berries native to my world. However, I lack the money to buy, and my appearance prevents most from hiring me in other venues. However, I am exceptionally skilled in battle, and can easily safeguard this place.

Couple with it that my opponent has been shown to lash out violently at those that would deny her demands, and I would say she is unpredictable at best, and unhinged at worst.

Oh. So you're one of the running, eh?

[Then a quirked brow.] What in Heaven's name are you? [For someone who was their while the song of creation was being sung, he doesn't quite remember something like Mewtwo in the mix.]

[There's a brief moment of exasperation on Mewtwo's face before he launches into his description.]

In my world, there are beings known as Pokemon, each coming in various shapes and sizes. One such Pokemon - the long thought extinct Mew - is said to be one of the most powerful psychic-types to ever exist. I am a genetically modified clone of Mew, using a DNA sample retrieved from the fossilized remains of a Mew.

I was created with the intent of being the single most powerful Pokemon in existence so that my creator could use me to bring the world to his knees. However, I rebelled against my creator, preferring to seek my own path, rather than have a human claim me as property.

Are you...a talking cat...?

...No. In my world, there are beings known as Pokemon, creatures with powers far beyond those of humans. I am a psychic-type Pokemon. I communicate through telepathy, and these devices allow for the translation of thought to sound.

Sorry. You just look kind of... well. You definitely don't look like that much of a cat but it seemed as good a guess as any.

[He means this completely without malice.]

Do you have a question regarding my candidacy or not?

[Shrug.]

Not really. I don't live in Fayren, and I don't know you or Azula well enough to make an educated choice.

I was just a little flabbergasted by a talking ca--Pokemon.

So...you just...telepathically transmit your thoughts through this thing?

[Just... have this face for a bit.]

Yes, generally I rely solely on telepathy for communication purposes, but this device can somehow translate my thoughts into audible sound.

[At least he's honest.]

Well, that's good.

Good luck in the election, then!

What is this election for and why should I vote for you? [Yes, he is new.]

These elections are for the appointment of guardians of the various cities that make up this place. The victor is charged with overseeing and organizing the defense of each city. I believe I am the most suited for this office because I am the more powerful candidate, and this has been my home for several months.

I have an intimate knowledge of the ecosystem this city contains, as well as the layout of this place, not to mention a vested interest in defending it to the best of my ability.

My opponent, on the other hand, has shown herself to think she is above others, demanding what she wants, and using her powers against those who stand up for themselves. She is unpredictable at best, and unhinged at worst.

Pretty powerful position you want for yourself then. Tell me, what are your faults? No one is perfect.

I suppose that would depend on your definition of "fault", however, I will oblige. I was created to be perfect, the most powerful psychic entity the world had ever seen. However, in my infancy, I was inexperienced, and allowed the thoughts of others to overwhelm my mind. A combination of that flood of thoughts by those that wished to create and control me, and other experiences I've had, I once tried to wipe humanity from my world.

I still have no love for humanity, but have put my feelings aside for the most part, preferring to seclude myself from the humans of my world. Here, however, I have found humans that do not share the faults of those in mine, and I have been making a concerted effort to live in harmony with them.

See. A major problem here is saying you have no love for humanity. How can I give you my vote for Guardian when you say you have no love for humanity? I've been down that road. I've hated humanity, despised some of my own kind. That resentment of humanity won't do a thing for you.

And do you believe that you are perfect?

I'm well aware of that, which is why I am attempting to integrate more into the society here. It should be a rather symbiotic relationship, helping me to grow, while safeguarding those within these walls.

[He shakes his head.]

I believe perfection is a lofty goal to pursue, however, the moment you accept yourself as perfect is the moment you cease to improve, leading only to stagnation.

You need to learn to like humanity first. You can't get a position of protection and then just assume you will eventually grow to like them. That's like being married to someone and then assuming you will eventually fall in love with them. That feeling should come first, not after.

You do get points for that second answer, though. Arrogance of that level just wouldn't be cool.

When I was poised to wipe humanity off the face of the world, I had thought of all things as tainted by humanity. In order to start anew, I gathered a handful of Pokemon trainers together, and cloned their Pokemon, much in the same way I had been created. They were free of what I saw as human's taint. However, something happened.

For so long, I had only seen the darkness in humans. I only saw the evils they were capable of. Even when their Pokemon attacked mine, I saw it as a result of the humans' brainwashing. ...But when a young boy sacrificed himself for the good of all Pokemon, those I had created as well as the others, I saw something I had not seen before; light.

I do not like humans, no. Years of enslavement are difficult to forgive. However, I bear them no ill will. I do not dislike or hate humans. Perhaps that clarifies my position better.

That does help to clarify things a bit. And it does show that you at least know there is some good in humans. Still, it’s a bit hard to trust you with guarding humans as you are not. Though honestly, if you have the power and will to do it, you don’t need a position or title to look after people. There are many heroes in my world that do it, and they didn’t have that title given to them in some election. They just decided that they wanted to help protect people, so they do it. Some of the heroes are even hated or disliked, but they still protect people.

Unfortunately, in my case, it is more of an issue of survival. By design, I have a very limited diet. It was another check used to keep me in line. However, the berries produced in Fayren have been a satisfactory replacement for those that are found in my own world. However, the berries that grow wild are few and far between, and I have no money to purchase them.

In receiving this position, I would be granted access to funds that would not only be used to strengthen the infrastructure of Fayren itself, but be used to purchase the food I require.

Huh. So your diet isn't the same as humans. [He feels a little bad now. He could only imagine how he might be if food was scarce.]

What do the berries look like? You have any there?

Any of the berries found in the marketplace would do.

There is a lot of noise. A lot of fumbling and crackling showing a variety of things... Mostly large burly creatures with horns eating, drinking, and shouting. Eventually the screen focuses on a very familiar face.

"Purple psychic number thing! Hello!"

At least he wouldn't have to use grass clippings this way.

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With the aid of his device this time, he will at least be capable of translating his telepathy into audible sound. Still, he's actually more comfortable speaking with her like this.

"...Hello again."

Koishi was all smiles as usual, a small crash causing her to glance up and scoot over quickly as an elbow crashed down where she had been before. It must have been a lively party...

"Wow! You can talk now. I like your voice!" She jittered happily. "I saw your call. I saw it and I answered! You should come by sometime. You would like my sister!"

He sighed a bit, slight exasperation settling on his face. The last thing he wanted was to be exposed to a party of that level of activity.

"I will have to do so at a later point. For now, I must see to my place here."

It seemed the party was going on around Koishi, but she didn't seem to be participating, other than occasionally moving to avoid things. She was amazingly adept at it, her gaze never breaking from the screen.

"Okay. I would introduce you but I'm at the ancient city right now. The oni are having a party. It's only just starting so everyone is grumpy because the food is still cooking and the good alcohol hasn't been opened yet. It will calm down soon... Probably."

Just have a look for a bit. "Yes, I'm sure the addition of alcohol will do wonders for calming them down." Can you feel the sarcasm wafting off his voice, Koishi?

"Well..." A pause. "It keeps them from fighting so much. Instead they sing really loudly and then pass out. It's silly to watch. Sometimes Miss Yuugi ruffles my hat and buys me meat and I cheer her on when she gets into big fights with the other oni. She only has one horn instead of two but that's okay. She's more oni than most oni here."

"I see." He rolls his eyes a bit. "I'm afraid for now I will have to pass. I do not generally keep the company of others. I prefer solitude for the most part."

"Ohhh. Ok. Sis doesn't like the city much either. I bet you'd do better at Chireiden though. Just sis and I live there along with the animals." Koishi had to pause to duck a flying cup shaking her head and wiping her face where she had been splashed with some sake. "You don't mind pets, do you? They're quite charming and sweet." She licked the alcohol off her fingers. Probably not the best thing for such a petite creature but it wasn't anything more than a taste.

Clearly you trust me so much.

[She takes a sip of her tea. And if he's keen enough, he'd identify it as a cup from the tea shoppe where Zuko was working for.]

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Strictly speaking, I trust no humans. I take it you are declining my offer to ensure neither of us interfere with the election?

Think what you want. But I'm sure you're already aware that manipulation of a massive number of people would be close to impossible.

So if you wish, you can enjoy tea with me. But if not, remain there and meditate as you see fit. [She's tense. She barely drinks tea because of her disappointment with their uncle, and yet, she's drinking way too much of it.]

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I totally did. I was so confused because I didn't think we had a Toph.

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So many fighting types...

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Actually, in touhoumon (its a thing) Koishi is a minimize tank normal type with always hit attacks.

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