PUZZLE 001 [ROUTE 29 - VIDEO/ACTION]

[snapandscoot]

[[With a flicker of static, a concerned young woman comes into view, peering into the screen. Behind her, a Machop is also staring into the camera, albeit with a more positive expression.]]

That appears to have done it...not that tricky of a puzzle, all things considered. Hello? Professor? Luke? Anyone?

[[Frowning slightly, the girl casts a somewhat concerned look at the Pokemon beaming beside her, before furrowing her brow, appearing to be deep in thought.]]

I think I'm alone, but...where? What is this place?

[[The serious look lasts another two seconds before her expression changes to a perky smile, and she looks down at the Pokemon.]]

Well, if I am alone, perhaps that could mean that this is the big puzzle I'm destined to solve! The professor did mention something like that for himself, so why not for me! I can use this as training to become the best assistant he's ever had!

My first challenge, however, will be unraveling the mystery of you...whatever you are...

[[-and her focus shifts once again to the Machop, who promptly cries happily and kicks her arm!]]

Ow! What was tha-....ooh, do you...you want to fight?

...

[[Congratulations, you are now being treated to the (albeit distorted) sight of a woman sparring with a Machop! Emmy appears to have forgotten she's left the PGC on; she's too busy laughing and combatting Machop's strikes with practiced ease. Feel free to interrupt, although be prepared to yell; they're rather involved with their 'battle'!]]

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[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

Three day hike? Consider it done, Professor! The city sounds divine!

...before I head off, however....could you tell me about Machop, here? Do you know what she is? I'm calling her Machop because that's...all she really says...

[puzzling]

Then I will see you there then soon, Emmy.

And of course. The gear that you holding at the moment, point it in the direction of your Machop. It should then give you information on it to read. I'm afraid I do not know much about your certain Pokemon.

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

I look forward to it, Professor!

[[And she will promptly obey those instructions....!]]

Oh wow, there's so much information! And her name actually is Machop! How fascinating!

[[Brb, snapping another photo of Machop!]]

I think I'm going to enjoy this world, Professor!

[puzzling]

All Pokemon here tend to only be able to speak with their species' name. This world really is quite curious as to everything. It is quite big as well, so there will be much to see.

Have you spoken to Luke yet?

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

Luke? Luke is here too? That's fantastic! We'll have quite the adventure!

Anyone else I'd know?

[puzzling]

If you happen to remember Lando, his teenaged self is here as well. There is also a Big Luke along with the Luke that you remember. I believe Big Luke is about in his twenties, if I remember correctly.

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

...Lando?

.....Big Luke?

[[Ah, Professor....]]

...I'm afraid I'm not following, Professor.

[puzzling]

[ Big Luke should be a new thing for everyone, but she doesn't even remember Lando? A small pause. ]

Emmy, what do you remember last before arriving here?

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

What do I remember last?

...well, apart from the usual, we recently thwarted Descole's scheme for Ambrosia!

Why, Professor?

[puzzling]

[ Oh dear... ]

If memory serves correctly, that has occurred almost three years ago from my time back at home.

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

Wha....three years?! That's...it's not possible, it was only last week!

[puzzling]

I'm afraid that time here in Johto does not matter as it may grab whoever it may please. Lando here is from about twenty years into my past and Big Luke is about ten years into my future. The Luke that you know is also from my time, three years ahead from your time.

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

[[OH GOD THIS IS GETTING CONFUSING]]

How do you manage to keep up with all that, Professor?!

[puzzling]

[ IT'S LIKE A PUZZLE!! ]

I do write it down in my journal to help me keep track of it all. You will get used to it all once you have been here as long as Luke and I have.

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

[[IT DOES REMIND HER OF ONE, YES....]]

....how long have you been here, Professor?

[puzzling]

[ 99 PICARATS. SOLVE IT RIGHT NOW ]

A year and some months. My birthday has passed twice during my stay so I am now 39 years old. [ Nope, not 34 anymore! ]

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

[[FMLLLLLLL CAN SHE HAVE A HINT COIN]]

....that long?! Does...does that mean there's no way to leave?

[puzzling]

[ NO. HINT COINS ARE FOR LITTLE PANSIES ]

Fortunately, there is a way to return back home, but it is by completely random choices. In fact, you have left Johto twice. This is your third return.

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

[[STOP MAKING THE PUZZLE HARDER OTL]]

But I swear I've never been here before! Not in my life!

[puzzling]

[ BUT THE ASSISTANT OF THE GREAT PROFESSOR LAYTON SHOULD BE ABLE TO SOLVE THIS SIMPLE PUZZLE ]

Yes, that is a common occurrence for those who return to Johto without any memory of it before. Big Luke does not remember his previous stay here as well. It's rather quite confusing.

[snapandscoot.livejournal.com]

[[OH GOD YES SHE SHOULD BRB IDENTITY CRISIS]]

Well, I....I'm sorry Professor, but I simply can't recall anything about Johto! This must be very confusing for you; I'm sorry.

[puzzling]

[ AND SHE CALLS HERSELF LAYTON'S NUMBER ONE ASSISTANT ]

No need for apologies. It is just good to see you once again. [ Even if it has only been a few weeks. ]