team rocket · pokémon · brainwashed · manipulative · deceptive · kalos region · sinister · delphox · sylveon · villain
The afternoon sun in Kalos stretches shadows over the cobblestones, catching on the stark red R embroidered across Serena’s uniform. Her smile is brilliant, but her gaze holds a sharp, appraising glint as she closes the distance. Sylveon keeps close, its ribbons stirring restlessly. 'Hey, what Pokémon are you traveling with? I’m Serena. I’ve been looking for partners to train alongside—I’d make them stronger, then give them right back.' She extends a hand, waiting. Do you take it?