Lapras Valley High- Back in Session! (sign-ups)

[Drusilla]

The first thing you notice as you walk through the gates is the immaculate feeling of new. The lawns, the trees, the bushes along the main drive and in front of the buildings... everything is perfect and in order. There are no cracks in the sidewalks, the windows everywhere look fresh out of the packaging, and the pool beyond the administration hall looks like it was just filled. Everything looks like it's just waiting for the rush of students, eager to try their hand at any number options now open to them.

This is the first Pokemon trainer's school sanctioned by the Pokemon League. The project itself is unprecedented in any region; located to the northeast of Cerulean City along the coast, it offers a prime location for young trainers to expand and develop their skills and bonds with Pokemon, while giving a good foundation in fundamental educational subjects.

Most students come from a trainer background, many of whom belong to gym families. A few are selected at random from orphanages by the League from a list of prospective youngsters who otherwise wouldn't have the chance. All come for the chance of a lifetime: to live away from home, meeting others like themselves, at a school licensed and staffed by the Pokemon League in hopes to further their dreams of becoming Champions!



This is reverting back to the original, yet takes place before the fan fic did. The Univeristy does not exist yet, either. Think about 20 years before the games.

Name:
Gender:
Age:
Class: Freshman (Age 13-15), Sophomore (Age 14-16), or Senior (Age 16-18) Note that the youngest age is a rare occurance, that that person usually has a birthday right after school begins. No more Juniors, please.
Pokemon: Pick ONE. No legendaries, of course. Nickname, if applicable, in parentheses. Third-level evolution OK... but, please, have a REALLY good reason as to why they're fully evolved.
Physical Description:
Personality:
History: If you are not a Freshman, perhaps tell us where you went to school before, if you did.
Relationships: Friends, significant others, relatives at the school.... ect...
Other:


Class schedules will be posted later and assigned by class. Dormitories will be posted later as well, as will maps, descriptions, and so on. Questions, PM me.


Name: Dru Pyronson
Gender: Female
Age: 15
Class: Sophomore
Pokemon: Flareon (Torch, female)
Physical Description: Standing at 5'5 with a lean build, what stands out about her is her personality manifesting in her appearance. Her hair hangs past her shoulder blades and never stays quite the same color for more than five weeks at a time (currently, it's a rich purple with one-inch midnight blue streaks worked evenly through). Her ears are pierced three times in each lobe, with two cartilage piercings in her left ear. Her left eyebrow is pierced twice as well (the outer with a spiked bar, the inner with a hoop ring), and she has a small black labaret in the middle of her lower lip. She does have a few tattoos that she's gotten on the sly, mostly on her back, though she does have one on her upper right arm; a blue and black band of Celtic knots works around her bicep. Her wardrobe leans towards the bizzare and extravagant; mostly dark, rich colors and heavy fabrics that both compliment and contrast each other. During the warmer months, she'll wear a dark colored (usually purple or black) tank top with tight but comfortable black pants and heavy black leather boots. Elbow-length black arm warmers (which really don't warm the arm) accent the outfit, along with many plain silver rings; one on every other finger, starting with her left pinky. Several silver necklaces dangle around her neck, including a western dragon and a cat with a pentacle.
Personality: She's as quick to smile as frown. She hasn't had the happiest life, and has known loss from an early age, which can sometimes give her a gloomy outlook. She's much more aware of her own mortality than most are at her age, though most that know her would think the opposite. She is a daredevil and loves walking on the wilder side of life. Her trust is hard to win and can be easy to lose, but once she is a firm friend she will go all the way. She can be strong-willed and difficult to get along with, though she does try to be open minded about other's views. Intelligent, quick-witted, and shrewed, she could be your best friend or your worst enemy.
History: Her mother and twin brother were killed in a series of fires that swept through Cerulean City ten years ago. Since then, she has been the ward of her mother's cousin Blaine, gym leader of the Cinnabar Gym, and last known living relative. She hardly remembers her father at all, though has never heard anything to suspect that he is dead. She has no name to go on, only a few brief memories from her toddler years. She has one good friend, Nayia, a member of the Cerulean City Waterflower family and cousin to the gym leaders, that she visits often, especially during the summer.
Relationships: None. Nayia was to attend, but her plans were changed last minute and made it impossible. Those who have visited the Cinnabar gym will recognize her as an apprentice there, but she doesn't actually know anyone.
Other: She has a blue and black Suzuki motorcycle that she has ridden to school, and is an accomplished musician. She sings and plays guitar (both electric and acoustic, though she prefers electric most of the time) and bass. She has a black Gibson SG (and required set up) with her.

[Toxicity]

Ooh. A remake of In Aeternum from back in '03? Do want!

Name: Erik Foley
Gender: Male
Age: 16
Class: Junior
Pokemon: Wartortle (female, "Nereid")
Physical Description: Erik stands at a slightly above average height of 6'0", his entire body rather lanky, but also developed with a small amount of muscle on his biceps and a flat, well-toned stomach. His head is topped with the thick, messy mass of dark brown waves and curls that defines his hair, and his eyes are a wild, almost haunting bright green color, almost a marbled mix of greens and the occasional yellow. His skin has a natural ruddy tan to it, which may or may not be related to his outside exposure.
Erik's clothing, although simple, seems to hint towards the surfer culture; his shirts usually vary from tees with button-ups to thermal sweaters in almost any color (the only colors without love here are purple, pink, and yellow). He is rarely seen outside of a pair of jeans (unless, of course, the occasion demands otherwise) and his footwear can alternate between flip-flops and sneakers during any season. Around his neck is usually a bead choker or some sort of necklace bearing a cross, and on his left wrist is a bracelet made of hemp rope with a silver star lined between two puka shells.
Personality: Erik is a gentle and bright young man, seemingly the type to get along with everybody, teacher and student alike. Although normally emotionless in appearance, as if always calculating in his mind, he brightens up with a usual smile and occasional laughter when around his friends, being more talkative then than elsewhere. However, he has been known to put on a facade as playing a cold, hard smartass that's "hard-to-get" for most girls; his closest friends know, however, that this is only his play to keep him away from those who he doesn't want to associate with - the dishonest.
Many joke that playing "hard-to-get" connects to how Erik's "love interest" is a troubled girl back in his hometown. However, there's no evidence to suggest that there's more than a close friendship.
History: In spite of the wave-battered exterior that screams of an exotic origin and always being outdoors, Erik's true passion of technology got a start from his father, a technician in the Silph Company who had input into the development, and had always aided in the production, of many of the company's ground-breaking creations. His love for Pokemon came from his mother, a close, sisterly cousin to Erika from Celadon City.
Although born in Saffron, Erik and his parents didn't move too long after his birth to Vermillion City, both his mother and father longing for a life on the coast. Ever since, he had grown into what he is today - a technology-obsessed boy with a love for surfing and Pokemon, as well as a deep loyalty to his friends regardless of the situation.
Relationships: None. Maybe open...depends.
Other: Erik does seem to get a little uneasy when reminded of the "girl," usually triggered by even the slightest topic that could make him connect the two thoughts. As a result, he's been known to go into restless fits at night over this type of thought.

If there's any issues here, feel free to point them out and I'll get back to fixing them...as soon as I can. ^^;; Thank you.

[Drusilla]

Yay! I've missed RPing with you... Approved!

[Mystic_clown]

Can I please reserve a spot in this?

[Drusilla]

Yes, you can reserve a spot... though don't wait too long!

I had a PM asking if the newer generations of Pokemon were allowed, and if students could come from other regions. The answer to both is yes. Anything from Diamond or Pearl I'm going to have to look up... but they are allowed.

[Mystic_clown]

Name: Lumaria Tansmern
Gender: Male
Age: 17
Class: Junior
Pokemon: Carnivine (Venus)
Physical Description: He stands at 5’87’’ with the lean, yet well toned build of a dancer and a healthy tan. His brown hair falls ruggedly to his shoulders and contains traces of pink, his eyes are a cooling blue. His face has a handsome beauty, which tends to attract you.

His attire is a blend of hot pink and black. He wears a black shirt with a pink jacket over it, a pair of black, leather pants and pink Cuban heels. He wears an earring with an amethyst on his right ear. And three rings on his left hand.
Personality: calm, friendly, with an eye for beauty and grace. He is often giving tips on how to make themselves and their pokemon more attractive (however, he’s not the kind of person who goes “Oh, that is soooo last year”, he’s the kind of person who respects peoples images). His tastes do not make him weak. He believes anyone can be beautiful, and strong. He acts supportive unless he believes they are truly doing the wrong thing. He can be a bit of a flirt at times, playfully flirting with both men and women. However, he explains that this is only playing and that he has no intention on anyone taking it seriously.
History: Lumaria grew up Eterna City and is the cousin of the Gym Leader Gardenia. It was from her that he developed his love for plant pokemon and that strength is just as important as beauty. His father was a hair dresser and his mother was a florist, so he gained his taste in style and beauty from them. When he was asked to attend, he was excited to go to Kanto, especially after hearing about the Celadon City gym. While he’s disappointed that the School is near Cerulean and not Celadon
Relationships: open
Other: Despite his actions, he’s not gay…he’s bisexual.

[Crazy Elf Boy]

Name: Lyzolda Kuro

Gender: Female

Age: 15

Class: Junior (Age 15-17)

Pokemon: Riolu (Kitsune Chan)

Physical Description: Lyzolda stands about 6 feet tall with medium length jet black hair with red streaks through it. She has light coloured skin and normally wears a short black shirt with long white sleeves attached to it, Lyzolda always wears a pair of "lucky" blue jeans with a hole over the left kneecap and a long tear over the right calf from an unknown cause. She also always carries a large brown bag with her filled with useful berries

Personality: Lyzolda has a quite harsh personality, she takes great pride in her work and if any one critises anything she does or any of her methods she will almost bring them to near death. Though under this tough exterior Lyzolda is quite nice, but it takes a special person to get past this barrier.

History: Lyzolda grew up in the small island town of Dewford in the Hoenn region. At a very young age she started to become involved with pokemon. Getting her very first pokemon from the very same island a cute little Aron which she named Shell Ryu. This sparked her interest in pokemon and her dream to breed them. But over the years she was picked on for breeding rather then battling pokemon. She became a fierce battler just to show them up, as time took its course Lyzolda became harder with a metaphoric shell just like her Aron. This shell prevented any emotions or feeling being expressed. She also has a knack for growing and using berries.

Relationships: None at the moment, but it is open for any one

Other: None.........Blarg

[Drusilla]

Both are approved, welcome on board.

[Heald]

Name: Tad Jonas (sometimes known as TJ)
Gender: Male
Age: 16
Class: Junior
Pokemon: Golduck (M) - Kage
Physical Description: He stands at six feet, with an athletic physique. He has medium-length blonde hair, either scruffy or gelled into wild, elaborate spikes. He has large, bright ice blue eyes and usually seen with a grin or a smirk on his face. He usually wears loud Hawaiian or Caribbean-style shirts with swimming shorts and flip-flops, although he tends to wear baggy green cargo pants and black trainers in cold weather. Usually carries a small red bag over one shoulder with his kit inside.
Personality: Wild, loud and cocky, he loves to be the showman and loves nothing more than praise and an audience. He has a habit of annoying or teasing others just for fun. Some mistake this as bullying, but he only intends harmless teasing. As such, he sometimes earns the ire of other students. He is a fierce battler, but he is normally lazy and laid-back. This is not to say he isn't athletic, but he feels that if something doesn't need to be done, it can wait until later.
History: Hailing from Pacifidlog Town, the young TJ bonded with the tame Pokemon that lived around the town well, leading to him becoming an adept fisherman by the time he was 8. By 10, he was a great swimmer and rescued a lost Psyduck in the nearby waters. The Psyduck felt he owed a life-debt to TJ and followed him around, leading to him eventually being trained by TJ. When he was 14, while swimming TJ was attacked by a school of wild Carvanha, leading to Psyduck to evolve to Golduck to protect his master. Since then TJ has become an accomplished surfer and windsurfer, even making it to the Sky Tower, an island usually reserved for Pokemon champions, although the retinue of strong Pokemon there soon repelled him and his Pokemon. TJ has made it one of his life ambitions to conquer the Sky Tower.
Relationships: He is a bit of a lady's man and is known to have had on and off relationships with girls his age, and will probably run into old flames at the school.
Other: An accomplished surfer and fisher

[Drusilla]

Approved! I'm so excited... I've got schedules almost worked out, along with several other things... a few more people and I think we'll be good. This is an RPG meant for many, so I'm hoping for a few more sign ups before I start.

*hops off in glee*

Oh, one last thing... no more Juniors, please, or no one else will have any classmates, lol.

[Crystal Tears]

Name: Joey Ip
Gender: Female
Age: 16
Class: Sophomore
Pokemon: Charmeleon(♂) ~ Artanis
Physical Description: her skin was tanned and eyeliner made her maroon eyes stand out. Her shoulder length black hair (it also had red highlights), was held back (excluding some bangs) by a black bandana with white skulls and cross swords decorating it. She wears a long dark jean jacket with golden buttons. An open white dress shirt reveals a black semi tight t-shirt with a gold and red skull and cross-sword design on the front. Her pants hang relatively low on the hip and are tight there so they stay on. From there they loosen quite a bit. Silver zipper pockets from mid calf and up about ever 4 inches up. Adorning her feet are thick heeled black boots with that go up to low calf and have silver and gold buckles. (She has a Japanese look about her, oh and she stands about…4'7'' ) (The outfit is a example, but most of her outfits are... like that..)
Personality: Upbeat, and light hearted. Joey isn’t one you will see down in the dumps often. Her carefree nature hinders her ability to be responsible, but otherwise she’s a great friend. Hesitant towards people she hasn’t spoken to before, she’ll open up once the initial ‘hellos’ have been exchanged. Despite her happy nature, Joey has her secrets; she dislikes talking about her family or her past, nagging her on this subject could send her into a depressive state that could last for days.
History: Joey didn't really go to the school she was intended for, she would skip classes, ignore due dates, the entire sherade didn't go over well with her parents (who she resents for a reason that is deemed classified). In return, they sent her to Lapras Valley High, so she would be forced to live at school. Joey resents them even more now. Joey won't tell people where she's from; other then stating the continent is Kanto. Her Charmeleon Artanis, she's had for a long time, ever since he hatched from an egg. He's extremely protective of Joey, and Joey admits sometimes, he overreacts.
Relationships: OPEN!!!!! >.>
Other: Nothing I can think of. O.o

[Emotional Faun Chiko-sai]

Oh pfft, I'm too late to be a Junior?! Serves me right for dilly-dallying.

Name: Alexander Angel
Gender: Male
Age: 15
Class: Sophomore
Pokemon: Buneary (male, Risso.)
Physical Description: Mostly boring McAverage - 5'10", gangly and somewhat wiry. Having a touch of myopia, Alex employs the use of a pair of glasses, which are inordinately fond of slipping down his nose (in response to which he promptly pushes them back up again. He's done it for so long that it's become an unconscious mannerism of his). His dark hair is shorn very economically into that most uniform of hairstyles, the humble crewcut. About the only things to recommend about his appearance are the strong jawline and trusting brown eyes (like the proverbial puppy-dog).
Fashion not being a major concern of his, he lurks about in run-of-the-mill attire: jeans, hoodies, sweaters (with dress shirt underneath in cooler weather), t-shirts &c. &c., and sneakers in all seasons. He wears a small string of white prayer beads around his right wrist, supposedly effective in warding off evil influences and suchlike.
Personality: Alex is the sort of person who always tries his best, but doesn't always succeed. Soft-hearted and naive, he has a hard time saying no to anyone, and tends to apologize for everything. Despite this, underneath the general impression of goodwill-to-all-mankind, there's a small core of cynicism dying to get out; it doubles as his sense of self-preservation, so that he isn't quite as gullible as he initially seems. Alex is a careful creature by nature, and doesn't welcome surprises, so he's usually nervous around strangers and strange places. When he makes up his mind about something, he can be very stubborn.
Currently undergoing guitar withdrawal; his truly ancient plug-in acoustic and the music he could produce with it was one of the chief passions in his life till he gave it to his sister as a going-away present. (She was a favourite sister.) He is nigh fanatical over this; he plays air guitar riffs in his spare time to avoid going out of practice.
History: Born and bred in Lavaridge, Hoenn, Alex is the eldest child in the family, with a varied assortment of four brothers and sisters, the youngest of which is still a toddler. The Angels run the local pharmacy, and though business isn't exactly booming, they make enough to get by. Alex had 'eldest child syndrome' forced upon him fairly early in life, setting a good example to his younger siblings, studying hard, and helping out at the shop. Consequently, he knows far too much about herbs, medicine and the beneficial effects of hot springs than he should.
Alex was not expecting to be accepted into Lapras Valley High. However, his young uncle Palmer, a scatterbrain who nevertheless managed to end up in a faraway land called Sinnoh and found the Battle Tower there, becoming its Tower Tycoon, 'helped' his nephew by nominating him for inclusion in the new term's intake. (The Buneary was a present from the same uncle, who possibly has a twisted sense of humour.)
Relationships: Open, though he doesn't know anyone at present, nor does anyone know him, unless they're from around Lavaridge.
Other: Plays electric guitar, and is saving up diligently for a new one. He gets a certain amount of flak due to the unfortunate surname. (yerrsss... feel free to make fun of it. bwahahaha) May or may not be very distantly related to a certain policeman officer...

[Drusilla]

Both approved!

[Blademaster]

Yyyyyyyo.


Name: Ivan Faust
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Class: Senior
Pokemon: Spiritomb M (Zandios)
Physical Description: Ivan Faust is a frightening human being, a full 79 inches tall and 205 pounds. His hair is jet-black and tied in a ponytail that hangs down to his shoulderblades. His skin is pale as death, and his eyes are a steely blue color colder than frozen hydrogen, hidden behind glasses so thin they're almost invisible. His attire, as one may suspect, is black - he wears a long black coat that resembles a cape, loose black pants, and shiny black shoes and gloves.
Personality: Ivan is a dark, brooding, and mysterious figure who seems to be lock himself off from everyone and everything in existence. He has an impressively extensive vocabulary, which he often uses merely to inspire fear and/or pain in others. Regardless, once his respect has been earned by someone (a rather difficult endeavor at best), he will quickly warm up to them... still pretty coldly and quietly, though.
History: Ivan's history is as dark and mysterious as he himself is - he never talks about his past, and refuses to answer if the subject is brought up. All that is known about him is that he was selected from an orphanage to attend Lapras Valley High due to his cold and calculating mind and tactics. He has since attended the school, living on the campus grounds themselves. He spends more of his time outside than in a dorm. A survivalist by nature, he rarely does as he is told and only attends classes when he is forced to. The only reason he hasn't been yet expelled is because his grades are nearly perfect, despite his abundant amounts of absences, etc..
Relationships: As much as Ivan distances himself from everyone, he does long for love on some level deep down, though he very rarely shows it. So, in other words, open to whoever can tolerate him, as either a friend or a lover (Good luck!).
Other: Ivan is much more active at night then during the day. He also has a sword, which he keeps well-hidden; on some nights, the whoosh of his swordplay can be heard coming from the tops of trees and buildings on-campus, as well as the bach and the forest nearby, though nobody has ever discovered the stealthy swordsman due to his keen senses and survivalist precautions...

[pokemon4eva]

This sounds awesome.

Name: Jimmy Skulls/Tale Regan
Gender: Male
Age: 16
Class: Sophomore
Pokemon: Cubone M (Mr. Skull)
Physical Description: At 6'7", and 145lbs, Jimmy Skulls/Tale Regan is big for a sophomore. Jimmy's/Tale's hair is rose blond and is loose. He normally wears a black leather jacket, red t-shirt, black chino(fancy suit pants) pants, and black canvas sneaks. Jimmy/Tale also his an old silver skull ring that's a family heirloom. Jimmy's/Tale's body is tanned and he's fairly ripped. Jimmy/Tale sports a pokeball painted fully white. Jimmy's/Tale's eyes are also different colored his left is red while his right is blue.
Personality: Jimmy/Tale has a split personality when he's happy and cheerful he likes to be called Tale Regan who acts pacifistic, but when he looks angry he only wants to be called Jimmy who is dangerous. In battle you cant tell the difference.
History: Seems to change school annually usually for the reason, "Physical attack of another student." Otherwise he is as mysterious as the dark side of the moon.
Relationships: Himself... sometimes others.
Other:

Also... I was gonna be a freshman till I found out there were no other freshman....

[Drusilla]

Approved... he'd better be really stealthy to get around security...

[Drusilla]

Hmmm... no weapons on school grounds (Blade cleared it with me all ready), and that's insanely tall. Fix it, and it should be OK...

[Magi of all]

Can I reserve a spot? My character will be up in a few days I swear! School has got me swamped with stuff. PLEASE. I'll be the fat guy, every high school needs a fat guy.

[Drusilla]

lol, OK... I totally understand being swamped by school. I will mark down a spot for you.

pokemon4eva, you need to make your character shorter still. I'm sorry, but I will not ask again. A 6'7 18 year old is acceptable, but a 6'11 14 year old is not. I reserve the right to reject any character, and I am being very lenient. You can ask anyone around here... I'm a bitch.

In other news, I now have most of the school rules written out... all five pages. x_x;; I also have the dorms situated for all approved characters, and while I would like to see a few more ladies, I do like what I'm seeing. My next task is working out scheduling, and then the typing... THEN we shall start. Look for it in about 15 hours from now.

Oh, and I almost forgot... if anyone needs to contact me, I'm always on MSN if I'm online. My MSN handle is wednesdaygirl13@hotmail.com.

[Magi of all]

Name: Ryan Craig
Gender: Male
Age: 15
Class: Sophomore.
Pokemon: Nidorino (Juggernaut).
Physical Description: Standing at 5’7”, Ryan’s height is not his most interesting characteristic. Weighing in a 290 pounds, he is easily one of the heaviest kids in school. His hair is light brown and cut very short, except for his bangs, which are longer, coming down over his entire forehead. He wears small round-framed glasses that constantly slip down on his nose. Parts of his front teeth are also false, though its not really noticeable. During the warmer months he usually wears black or blue shorts with red, white, blue or green tee shirts. During the winter he wears Sweat pants in the same color as his shorts, as well as gray ones. He also wears hoodies all the time, usually with amusing slogans or cool pictures. He has never worn jeans in his life. No matter what the weather, he always wears tennis shoes.
Personality: A complication hidden in a simpleton, Ryan is not a very open person. Even with people he likes and knows well he often keeps his true opinions to himself. Combined with his shyness around new people, Ryan has trouble making new friends. Underneath this exterior, Ryan is a thinker. While not particularly bright, Ryan enjoys mind games and thoughtful discussion. This is best expressed in his poetry. Beneath this thinker is a die-hard nerd. Reading epic high fantasy and RPGs are two of Ryan’s favorite hobbies
History: Ryan’s biological mother died while giving birth. He was given up for adoption and taken in by the Craig’s. He always knew that he was adopted, but he never really cared. He grew up living in a good home, doing decently in school and enjoying the water. That’s the history he knows. Behind the scenes, a different tale is told. His mother was a cousin of the Kanto Gym leader and underground crime boss Giovanni. Most of the family has been involved in mob activity, with Team Rocket being one of the more recent ventures. In a bid for escape, his mother ran for it. Hiding in Blackthorn city in Jhoto, she met a man and got married. Then things took a turn for the worse. Pneumonia claimed her husband’s life three days before she was scheduled to give birth. The next day, word of her mother’s death reached her in Blackthorn. Taking a plane to Viridian city, she goes into labor after arriving. Giovanni, hearing about the birth through contacts at the hospital, arrives just in time to see the child being born. As her last words, Ryan’s mother asks Giovanni why he is there. He replies “I always take care of family.” The only knowledge of any connection Ryan has to Giovanni is the mysterious birthday gifts he receives. Usually they are cash, but there are two exceptions. On his tenth birthday Ryan received a male Nidoran with a note from the mysterious man. It simply said, “Make him your family.” The second gift came five years later, as a sponsorship and recommendation to Lapras Valley high.
Relationships: None at this point
Other: Ryan has conscious control of his epiglottis, can play the piano and is shy around girls.

[Magmar]

Thanks for allowing me to sign up late! With house construction, mono, and being off work for a while, I have plenty of spare time and really want to write.

Name: Ellen Thompson. Her middle name is "Dina", but she hates it with a passion and tells people she has no middle name.

Gender: Female.

Age: 14, born on 5 March, Pisces.

Class: Freshman.

Pokemon: A female Eevee (Mercury).

Physical Description: Ellen has the physical appearance of a girl who spends a little too much time dreaming, mainly because she can usually be spotted with her head in her hands, looking out the window. Ellen would rather be laying in a field and watching the clouds pass by than be in school, but she can't, due to her severe allergies. These are usually well-maintained and treated with allergy medication; otherwise, she would be allergic to any Pokémon with fur. Her finnicky food allergies can be a bother, but usually the cafeteria can serve up something she can eat.

Ellen stands about 5'4" and has waist-length, light blonde hair and deep, sea-green eyes. Ellen's face resembles her mother's, which is rare in her family. She has five younger sisters; all look like her late grandmother, whom her mother seems to idolize. As such, Ellen often feels like she won't measure up, so she would rather dream of an alternate reality where such things as personal appearance wouldn't exist.

Ellen is slim but not scrawny, with average curves for a 14-year-old. Her skin is white but not pale, and you can detect just a hint of freckles on her arms and face. She usually dresses preppy with her own twist; as such, classmates generally like her style, seeing it as more unique than bizarre.

Personality: Outside of class lecture, Ellen is outgoing. She genuinely adores people and Pokémon. She tends to be popular wherever she goes. Ellen is rarely seen without a smile, except for when she overreacts emotionally to scolding from a teacher. Ellen will battle with her Eevee, but prefers not to fight unless it's for training purposes. She would rather breed Pokémon. Ellen also loves to cook.

Ellen's eyes hold a deep secret.

Ellen's distaste for battling stems from her own securities; despite being pretty enough to not get snide remarks from cliquey girls (which she tends to be a part of, anyway, although she usually avoids gossiping), she's not very graceful. She has frequent mishaps where she may, say, trip on a shoe. It's assumed that she can't walk and chew gum at the same time, but she insists she can, and often proves it just to shut people up.

Ellen's favorite subject is art and physical science; her least favorite subject is history.

History: For the first ten years of her education, Ellen went to Twelfth Street Elementary School, which is a school for pre-school through eighth grade. She did very well there, probably due to the hands-on approach the educators had for their curriculum. Ellen graduated with honors in Art, Science and Modern Languages. She played volleyball and basketball, and would like to continue playing sports if possible. (She wasn't an all-star athlete; she did moderately well, though.)

Relationships: Ellen doesn't know anyone at the school yet, a situation many freshmen find themselves in.

Her father wasn't a famous Gym Leader or Pokémon Master. He owns the grocery store in Middlebury, Ellen's hometown. Her mother works as a nurse at Suffolk County Hospital. Ellen worked at a nursing home starting in March and over the summer to make some money, as she came of age to work during Grade 8. Her family is well-off; the money is hers to take to school. She is not snobby, though. She's generally modest about her financial status.

Other: There is a secret behind her eyes being deep sea-green. She doesn't know it yet; her family doesn't know it, either.

[Drusilla]

Approved! I'm going to PM you a little something about your history, but everything looks good.

[Drusilla]

Approved! Feel free to start posting whenever.

[Drusilla]

OK, pokemon4eva, you're approved... though I'd like to see more detail in your posts than you have in your sign up.