Pottery will be the next skill to learn.

I was reminded some time ago about certain rituals we observed before we were forced to flee. Since then, I’ve taken to studying another world’s alchemy under a mentor. It’s simple chemistry, I’ve found, with elements of magical properties. Aetherology, it’s called.

The overabundance of silks accumulating in our den bespeaks Ino’s remarkable health these days. Never thought he or I would live to see it.

Imagine my surprise, seeing a notification from here. Might’ve forgotten about it. This year’s been busy. Too much being said over text or not at all, if not on a call.

I doubt we’ll stay here long. Glimwood Tangle and the Crowned Tundra both have a sense of uncanny about them. Too dark, too bright. We weren’t built for the snow.

Cold here. Blinding compared to the forest we were just in.

@volitate.bsky.social We’re going to Galar middle of next month with Atlas. Maybe not too long. It’s a touchy time for you, I know, so you were owed a warning in case you want to visit before then.

Been doing my research. Kanto might be on the list of places to visit some day.

Exploration might be what’s missing from my life these days. Countless years of my life spent among the planets of other stars and galaxies. Reduced to nothing but two small white rooms, and now buried beneath quick, simple-minded tasks to occupy my time.

Strange sense of nostalgia.

Of course it rains the first day we’re out here.

With Ino more established, I would be keen to get him his own Pokemon. A bird, first and foremost. Something which could produce fire, water, at minimum. I often leave the bugs and the tree with him. In the past I’ve left one of the birds, but that leaves me at a similar disadvantage on the field.

@liminalstasis.bsky.social I’m taking that as you volunteering yourself. If it’s not, too bad. Make some time. You’re coming with me on a scouting mission in the near future.

I need more hobbies. Ones that don’t involve so much wait time.

Whether for distractions or currency, I need some jobs to do. Remaining in one place for long never brought about anything good. It’s caught up to me. Not fit for these extended breaks. Never was.

Says he’s glad about the new acquaintance. You don’t need to be shy about saying it where he can see if you already told it to his face. Same acquaintance who asked me to make this. Glad we all get along.

Talking about me before I even got here. Figures.