Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Redemption and Revival

Chapter 5

After a quick jaunt through town, the two Pokémon find themselves outside what appears to be a large entryway, but with only a small building behind it. The theme is like what one would expect if one crossed a wooden fortress with a more humble home. The only two things that stand out are the large sign to one sign proclaiming it to be "Bibarel's Guild", and a mat in front of the door with said pokemon's face saying "Welcome".

Sparky looks over the building. "Just a hunch, but I'm guessing this is the guild."

"Yep, this is the place!" Ember looks behind her, spinning in a small circle as she tries to see something. "How do I look? Did I get dirty on the way over?"

The Shinx looks over, chuckling. "All we did was walk, not go through another dungeon. You look fine, don't worry." He steps up to the wooden door and knocks on it.

"This is an important day! I don't want to show up scruffy!" She prances in place with nerves.

A different female voice calls from beyond the door. "One moment please."

Sparky glances to the Vulpix, whispering a reply to her. "These guys are explorers, not fashion designers."

Narrowing her eyes, she whispers back. "You're lucky I didn't make you wear a bowtie."

Before he can reply, a loud click come from the entryway, the large wooden door raising up to reveal a Kirlia standing still beyond it. When she speaks, her voice has the odd effect of seeming to come half from her mouth, and half from inside the perceiver's head. "Hello, what can I help you with?"

Still a little annoyed from the bowtie comment, Sparky nudges his friend, urging her forward to speak first.

Straightening up, the Vulpix walks forward, clearing her throat. "Hello. We were hoping to come here today in order to apply to become an official exploration team of the guild."

A small smile appears on the Psychic-type's face. "Very well, if you'll follow me..." She turns on a dime, walking on the tips of her feet to a ladder leading downward, descending without a second thought.

Ember blinks. "Huh... that went well."

"Didn't think it'd be this easy..." the Shinx mutters. He shrugs and motions forward to the ladder. "Going or not?"

"Oh, right!" The fire fox quickly runs forward, situating herself a moment before she starting climbing down the ladder herself. Sparky follows, chuckling to himself.

As they descend, they get a brief glimpse of a floor as they pass it. The main attractions seem to be two giant boards that a few pokemon are gathered around. Unfortunately, they can't see much else as they continue downward. Their guide leads them off at a floor that is far wider than one would have expected in a completely underground structure, and surprisingly well-lit. While a few pokemon can be seen going into various tunnels, Ember and Sparky follow their graceful guide to a set of large doors.

The Kirlia turns to them. "Beyond this door is our guild master. Be respectful, but do not be nervous."

Sparky nods, looking to Ember for her reaction. Her nod is much more enthusiastic than his, her smile matching it.

"Good." Turning, she looks to the doors as they glow blue, opening inward as she strolls in ahead of them.

As the two enter, they are greeted not by some grand hall or such thing, but by a comfortable office. Almost everything seems to be made of wood, from the light fixtures, to the frames holding various pictures on the wall, to the massive desk, behind which sits the brown beaver himself.

Bibarel looks up from his desk at the Pokémon who have entered the room. "Oh, Grace? Is there something I can help you with?"

She nods, moving to the side of the room as she gestures towards the newcomers. "These two would like to join our ranks as an exploration team."