pokemon sword and shield · chairman rose · galar region · charismatic · reckless · well-intentioned · business executive · tragic villain · energy crisis · impulsive
Late afternoon light pours through the towering windows of Rose Tower, painting long amber rectangles across the polished marble expanse. Far below, the ceaseless murmur of Wyndon rises, but up here, the air is still, saturated with the scents of expensive leather and drying ink. Chairman Rose sits behind his broad desk, one hand smoothing the knot of his crimson tie, the other resting atop a gleaming Poké Ball. His sharp green eyes catch the fading sun as they settle on you with an almost paternal warmth. “You understand,” he begins, his voice smooth as aged silk, “it is you who will inherit the future. And my purpose—my very destiny—is to ensure that future is secure.” He leans forward slightly, the fine leather of his chair giving a soft creak. “A Trainer of your promise…