[Endgame Spoilers]
Penny definitely worried about introducing the SV squad to the rest of Team Star.
She wouldn't worry about the MC, of course. They had all already been introduced in a... less than ideal manner, but at least they were introduced. The -raidons were also introduced via the MC (and they all think they're pretty cool), so nothing worrisome there.
The main problem came up with Arven and Nemona.
They were both, for lack of a better term, model students. Arven less so, but Nemona was the current student council president. Hell, they didn't even know she was involved with Team Star, much less their leader. And Team Star probably wouldn't be excited that one of her newest friends is the student council president, especially considering Nemona replaced Giacomo.
So yeah, Penny was worried.
But, as it always seems to turn out, her friends solved the issue on their own.
Nemona somehow stumbled across Mela (maybe during art class?) and, after exchanging words Penny can only imagine, Nemona asks for a battle. Mela agrees, much to Nemona's surprise. The MC is the only person to actually agree to have battles with her anymore, outside of the Academy Ace tournaments. Mela probably agreed out of anger, having remembered that Nemona was the one who replaced Giacomo.
They battle. Arven ends up watching along with the other Team Star bosses. Giacomo tries to get them to stop. They don't. Nemona wins. Nemona pleads for Arven to make her a sandwich. He pulls out the pre-made sandwich he made once he heard she was battling someone. He then offers Mela a sandwich, and the other Team Star bosses ones as well. 3/4ths of the way through her sandwich, Nemona remembers that Mela and the others were the Team Star bosses and then immediately challenges all of them to a battle because of the STC's. The cycle begins anew.
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Ride of Your Life
Giacomo x Reader
Notes: my younger sibling gave me this idea, actually! Wrote this in about 15 minutes, starting, like, as SOON as they told me the idea. Kinda OoC. Your character is meant to be your character in-game.
Word Count: 600
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"It'll be fun!"
Giacomo shook his head, taking a step back.
"I am NOT getting on that thing! Are you kidding?"
You rolled your eyes, gently scratching under your Raidon's chin. "No, I'm not. You were okay with the Starmobile, but draw the line at something that can jump?"
"Hmm…"
He shook his head, but stepped closer. "I actually value my safety, Y/n."
"That's bull."
He chuckled.
"Of course it's not! I was Student Council president for a while; put some rules in place that're still used today."
Raidon purred quietly, tilting their head at him.
"I've heard that some of 'em we're pretty stuffy."
He wrinkled his nose. "Yeah, so what? They put me in charge, then got ticked off when I tried to get a system set up. Wouldn't exactly call that a me problem."
"Whatever." You reached about again, trying to fight the urge to roll your eyes at his words. "Hop on."
He sighed, taking another step forward. "This is a terrible idea."
"So? If the Pokemon doesn't catch us, my phone will."
"Wha-"
You grabbed his hand, tugging him onto your Pokemon. Quickly hopping on in front of him, you chuckled.
"Grab on!"
"Whoa!"
He lurched forward as Raidon began moving, throwing his arms around your middle. You laughed, and could feel as he chuckled nervously against your back.
"Comfortable?"
He shifted, and you could feel his chin on your shoulder.
"'Bout as good as I'll get."
"Yeah? Then get your head offa there; don't want you to get hurt."
"Hurt- oh."
He pulled his head away, though you could feel him lean into your back some more. His fingers tightened slightly against your shirt, scrunching the fabric beneath his touch.
"Alright, Raidon!"
With no more instruction, the Pokemon leapt into the air. Giacomo tensed against your back, but you could feel him laughing as you landed.
Your ride jumped a few more times, seeming to hover in the air for a few seconds at the peak of massive leaps. Giacomo, at some point, had separated somewhat from your back, though he was still holding you by your shirt. Reaching up from the Pokemon, you squeezed one of his hands.
"Still a bad idea, mister-ex-student-council-prez?"
He chuckled, then began laughing harder again as Raidon spun around midair.
"Almost feels like Navi's Spin Out!"
Raidon landed finally, crouching down. You laughed with Giacomo, giggling dizzily as you slid off the Pokemon's back. He followed, collapsing onto his knees while laughing.
"I wasn't.. hah.. didn't expect 'ya to spin, buddy!"
Raidon churred, gently headbutting your chest.
"Hey now!"
Giacomo made his way up, gently holding Raidon's back for support.
"Wow."
"Yeah?"
He chuckled, leaning forward slightly. "Yeah."
"Never answered the question.."
He reached up, scratching beneath the Pokemon's chin the same way you had been.
"No.. not a bad idea. Thrill wise, at least. Safe, though..?"
You groaned quietly, shaking your head.
"Seriously?"
He laughed, offering you a small smile.
"Still not too bad.. probably 'cause you know what you're doing."
"Nah.." you began scratching under Raidon's chin as well, your fingers bumping into Giacomo's. "It's the partnership."
"Probably why I felt just as safe as I did while on the Starmobile."
You nodded, fingers brushing with his again. "Interpersonal connection."
"Of course."
His fingers twined gently with yours beneath the Pokemon's chin, thumb brushing against yours.
"...So."
"So?"
"..Can we do this again?"
You glanced up at him momentarily, before returning your attention to where your hands were connected.
"The ride, or just hanging out?"
"Both?"
Squeezing his hand gently, you smiled.
"Both sounds great."
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Team Star and Their Love Languages
Giacomo
I think his love language would be words of affirmations
He’s self conscious, especially after what he did as student council president. Everyone outside of team star were really mad at him
So basically, he’s nervous about what everyone else thinks of him especially as a team star admin.
Just a simple “You’re doing a great job!” or something is enough to perk him up on the worst of days
It really helps to reassure him that nobody hates him lmao
Ortega
Gifts lol
Before coming to team star, he was used to being pampered with gifts and whatnot
But after joining, he never really got any gifts besides his birthday and christmas. It really hurt him, was he not worthy of gifts anymore?
It doesn’t have to be anything expensive by any means. Something as simple as picking him up a candy bar while you’re shopping will make him so happy
It’s really the thought that counts with him. For all the artists out there, if you make him anything he will absolutely treasure it.
It’s just a gentle reassurance that someone still loves him. It’s a little taste of home, if you will
Atticus
Quality time 100%
He often likes to go out with you, even if it’s just to class or to go shopping
PLEASE sit by him while he’s sewing. He really enjoys your presence
On that note, be prepared to be a mannequin. He’s gonna make a ton of clothes for you, and he’s gonna make sure the fit just right
I think because of the way he dresses and acts he never really had anyone close to him. His team star friends are the closest people to him, but since they’re stationed at their respective bases he doesn’t see them often
Because of all that, he gets quite lonely. He will treat you only with the upmost respect while he’s with you too. You need a drink? He’s already on it. It’s a bit too cold? He’s turning on the heat and grabbing blankets
I love him so much
Eri
tbh kinda struggled with this one, but i think she goes well with acts of service
Eri appreciates the little things in life, so she notices the little things more often then not
If you give her flowers she’ll cry. Please give her flowers she deserves them sm
Show up to her wrestling tournaments and she’ll win just for you. You showing up is all the motivation she needs
And of course, just doing daily chores lifts a big burden off her back. She’s used to being the responsible, caring one, but it’s nice to sit back once in a while
Even just looking after the other team star members makes her love you
Mela
Physical touch
She’s another touch starved pokemon character.
I think she’s used to shutting herself out, being cold and tough. But really, she needs a big hug
Just holding her hand makes her blush, she really enjoys it
Cuddling? Absolutely. Soft Mela is very healthy for the soul
I absolutely love Mela if you couldn’t tell
A/N : This wasn’t written to specifically be romantic, it’s cool if you view it that way but i know everyone has different age headcanons and whatnot so i didn’t want anyone to be uncomfy with that. So please read this however you like!
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