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    Rockin'. Thanks, Blade.

    (I hate having to say this, though, but please wait until you actually get the eggs bought until you do this. ^^;)
    Quote Originally Posted by Heald View Post
    Maybe he figured he 'sold out' when he accepted a modding position and hanged himself. At least, that's what I would do.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Weasel Overlord View Post
    Then the Earth Egg goes to Dream Breaker, cos he's all new but seems like a really nice guy. ^_^ Plus, you're a damn good contest ref, my friend. Enjoy!

    Y'all check back on the 17th now, and make sure you tell me what you get! Also, if it's something you have already, or you don't want, I dun mind if you give them away. Share the Crimbo spirit, hehe.
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    NEW GIFTS!

    I bought FOUR Wonder Eggs... One for each of the following people:

    -Chris 2.1Dream Breaker

    You guys can fight over 'em. I've got more shopping to do.



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    Heh, thanks for the gifts, guys, I appreciate it a lot. ^^;

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    I believe you dropped this, Blade.



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    Hypotenuse Man: .....Hm..... No.

    Dream Breaker: Appreciate the fact that I got you that gift BEFORE I saw the results of the December Contest. :p

    Grey: HOT DAMN! The best gift I could ask for... It looks great AND it's good to know that you haven't abandoned us yet. Thanks!

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    Abandoned is such a harsh word; I prefer leaving without saying goodbye for an undisclosed amount of time (usually until you become very successful football stars with more money than God).

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    Quote Originally Posted by Blademaster View Post
    Hypotenuse Man: .....Hm..... No.
    Hm... yes. I am actually being serious here, dude. Have some patience.
    Quote Originally Posted by Heald View Post
    Maybe he figured he 'sold out' when he accepted a modding position and hanged himself. At least, that's what I would do.

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    Sor-ry... Didn't know it was a big deal since Eggs don't need to be approved.

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    Still, suppose you had had issues with your bank account that you didn't catch. Then we would have had to sort through that and then come in here and start retracting gifts, and nobody wants that. P:
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    Maybe he figured he 'sold out' when he accepted a modding position and hanged himself. At least, that's what I would do.

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    Well, since they wouldn't be my gifts...

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    OK, OK! >< I'll be good. I promise!

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    Maybe.

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    Well, the two Wonder Eggs hatched into a female Sneasel and a male Mudkip, so you two (River and UC) fight over them, heh. Although I know River has a Sneasy already, cos I got her it, hehe. ^_^


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    @Blade: Sweet! Thanks for the egg, dude!

    Gifts here, gifts here. Now, let's see...

    DarkestLight: Thank you for subreffing the gym battle between Blademaster and TML. For that, you deserve this: here's 8 points for ya.
    Blademaster: I'm not too sure what type of Pokemon you would like to have, so here's 1 point for you to spend as you like.

    More to come later, folks (hopefully...).

    EDIT: Can someone clarify me if the said wonder egg was actually brought or not...?
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    I already have a Sneasel so if its ok by River id like to claim the Mudkip....

    ....my Army of Starters continues to grow!

    Oh and thanks DL. I really wasnt expecting so much.
    Also since theyre the only points i have my giving will be reciprocate those that have given me.

    So an egg of your choice to DL and WO.
    Just pm me or something when u know which type u want.

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    Hot damn, I've finally gotten people to give me points! Thanks, Faiz!

    (runs off to bank)

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    n_n Faiz. bring yer butt back to ASB ...:peeds to claim points.:: The rise has begun.

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    Err... did I really get the egg? Cause from what I saw in the egg topic, it seems that you have two eggs that has just hatched, Blade. And since Jeff refers to them as the Blademaster's, so...

    Please take it easy~

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    I referred to them as Blade's because I wasn't keeping track of who specifically he gave them to. If he gave it to you before it hatched, it's yours.
    Quote Originally Posted by Heald View Post
    Maybe he figured he 'sold out' when he accepted a modding position and hanged himself. At least, that's what I would do.

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    Mm. So, Blade brought 3 eggs - which would then land him an extra. So, 4 eggs... for Bulba4, DB, Jeff, and me. Jeff and DB took the eggs, which leaves me and B4...

    So, an Eevee and a Lunatone? I think B4 already has an Eevee, so... can I get the Eevee then? Unless if you want 2 Eevee-lotion...

    Excuse my confusion.
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    The Eevee and the Lunatone are indeed still up for grabs. You can PM Kalah and ask which one she wants.

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    More Presents!!!

    Weasel Overlord: Happy Winter Solstice! You've been pretty awesome to talk to and we have had some interesting conversations in the past. To commorate the occasion, I give to you



    Pele Female
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    Carcharo Male
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    River: For you, I give the following. For no other reason than i wanted to. =^^=



    Wild Fire Female
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    Ooo, a Magby! I've never used the Magmar line before, they could be interesting! Thanks a lot, MM!


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    Four points each to Dragonis and Vermillion to say I'm sorry for dragging the battle out for as long as I did
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    I am hereby giving my shiny female Ninjask to my baby bro, Mike Mysterio.

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    Gift time, gift time:


    Crystal Tears: Here's a Misdreavus. Enjoy

    Persephone (F)



    Weasel Overlord: Hope your team could use some more water Pokemon ^^. Here's a Squirtle for ya:

    Tsunamizu (M)

    (Pokemon smilies, cool!)

    Mind the lack of speech... oh, and merry x-mas!
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    Bigods, another gift?! And a Squirtle, lol! Cool! ^_^ Thanks Faizy! Is there any particular egg you'd be liking? Or should I just go with the ol' Wonder Egg? Let me know.

    EDIT: You already know, but I gots you a Diapea Egg! Should be hatchin' soon, neh? Hope you get something you want. ^_^
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    Thanks, Kirsten!
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    Yo yo CT! I has a pressie for you, when he's approved! ^_^ (Hint hint, prod your sister into approving my shiz! )

    It's a;


    Chinchou [M] Reddas

    He's called Reddas cos Reddas is a badass. Only a man truly at home with himself can wear massive pink pants and bugger grips the size of a continent. That, and I've already stolen the names of the electric and water Espers, haha.


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    Well, it's Christmas atleast, time for some presents.

    DL: I give you my male Beedrill, Set, I'm very attached to it, but it's time to let it go. It has served me well in the best, especially contests, but with DP moves, it really is a great pokemon. It just screams 'ubercoolness'. I hope you like it, if not, don't shoot me in the head.

    DT and TBA you both get two points. Merry Christmas.

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    Whoa.

    MLG . You sure? I mean, I never expected someone to give one of their beloved ones away to me :O.

    >>Though I think I can keep up the respect of having a Beedrill >D..and it'll be my first fully evolved type :O. Man, thanks !

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    Ok, im still waiting for them to be Approved but when they are....

    Weasel, you get a Bonsly (f)
    Darkest Light, i know its not an ancient rock type but thats therisk with eggs. Its a Makuhita (f).

    And also, i have a Magby(f) going for anyone deserving (ie the first person to claim it)

    But as i said these are only as and when they are ok'd so dont be snatching them just yet untill my approval has gone through.

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    Ho ho ho, ASB! I'm over my non-alcoholic eggnog hangover and ready to give some Christmas gifts out on the appropriate day for once! Here's what I got:

    Lady Vulpix: You said you wanted points? OK, here's 2 of mine. Happy Hanukkah!

    Master of Paradox: You have a penchant for oddball Pokemon, it seems. So, I bestow upon you my Relicanth(M), Fishbone. He's not doing so well in my hands... Maybe you can take better care of him. Have an unhappy holiday, my friend.

    Mega Horny: Uhhhhh... Camerupt(M). Forgot his name. Don't know or care if you still want him. He's yours. Merry whatever. Bye now.

    Mew Master: OK, Denny, you seem to like giving away Fire Pokemon... So, I'm returning the favor and giving you back the Houndoom(F) you gave me long ago. I just have too many Fire-types... and you like prehistoric Pokemon, anyway. He's based off the oldest dog in mythology, and besides, he's covered with bones. So...

    CAN I GET A LITTLE... UNDERCHOMP???

    Enjoy.

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    ...Uh... I guess just DarkestLight now...


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    Hey UC, I'll take that Magby. If thats ok?

    Forgot to say thank you to my stupid big brother for the cool pokemon.
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    UC: Thanx Yeah, eggs are risky, but I'll make use of Chitlin Bag. Hrm, this will be fun, a Makuhita >D

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    Sure mike, all urs just as i say make sure my approval has gone through before u try to get it approved for urself.

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    I lack puncutality and snazy graphics, but finally!!!


    ^_______^ To my Blademaster, lord of all that is sharp and pointy I give to you a Luvdisc (F) named Princess Peach ^_^. But I'm sure she'll let you call her Peach(y). Or any variations of the fruit.

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    A Luvdisc, huh? This is because I gave you a Caterpie, isn't it?

    I'm just joking... Thanks, Houndsy. ^^ I'll go get the little lady approved right now.

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    NooooOoooo! I promised you get since like forever, remember? ^_^ You're welcome!

    Edit: ^.^ Now all I need is to get you a troop of little shroom pokemon and you'll have a kingdom!
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    Wow, two points! Thanks, MLG
    Please take it easy~

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    :O Blade: Just saw I'm the last guy on yer list. Dun feel obligated to get me something. Dun want you to like frantically search for something for me :p

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    He's guilt tripping you! You need to spring for more loot now!!!
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