Yeah, he really doesn't like people that aren't me, so far as I can tell. Scared of 'em. Not sure why, yet. I'd work on it more, but I've got a few more problems kids taking priority- like the deer. ... Really? What's she saying?
[Oh. That's. That's not how Egon's voice should sound. That's not how Egon's voice should ever sound. Still, his reply is chipper.]
It seems that most of your Pokémon are not particularly inclined to be in your presence. Kölliker keeps saying "glasses dad happy kölliker happy baby", or some variation of that.
[Hello, Ray. Egon pauses before wrapping his own arm around Ray. It's kind of weird to be spending time with...yourself, technically?]
We were discussing your...gift? [The corner of his mouth twitches upward.] Slimer, Jr., I believe.
[You think that's bad, Venkman, just try listening to Egon's voice as he wakes up at the mention of Slimer Jr, and there's pure excitement in his voice.]
You corrupted our daughter, Pete. I hope you're happy with yourself.
[He's half joking he loves you.]
Oh. Sorry about that; that bit was sort of unintentional. I was just so excited to see a Grimer in person that I guess his first impression of you was someone who loves affection like that.
But hey, at least this will be a great bonding experience for you two!
[Venkman scrambles to get on his feet and takes several steps away from Slimer Jr. Roach makes a surprised noise at being jostled and clings tightly to Venkman's shoulder.
Slimer Jr., undeterred, burbles softly and follows Venkman, even as he desperately tries to put as much distance between himself and the Grimer as possible.]
[Egon listens to the commotion, frowning lightly. Overall, he...doesn't actually seem that concerned about the fact that it's toxic.]
I would take the opportunity to embrace this behavior, Venkman. Such friendliness makes it a prime subject for any tests or observations you wish to make.
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You do know you can return it to its containment unit, yes?
Then you can run some tests on the eggs, instead. [A pause.] Ray, you may be glad to know that I was successfully able to obtain a clutch of eggs from a breeding pair of Pokémon while in Venkman's body. Inkays and Squirtles.
[The corner of his mouth twitches upwards. It's a surprising relief to finally hear Venkman the way he's supposed to sound.]
You seem to be back to normal. Compared to Ray and I, at least. Tell me, do you feel any lingering after-effects due to the psychokinetic brainwave transfer?
Egon! You already got arrested this week! You can't keep getting us arrested like this! How are we supposed to go on fun adventures if we're all in jail?
Yeah, Egon, how're we supposed to meet back up if one of us is in jail all the time?
[At this point Venkman's clearly not mad anymore and just teasing. Egon and Ray might be able to hear him trying to stifle quiet laughter on the other end.]
I'll be fine, Ray, really. Worse comes to worse, the other guy'll still look like he's in bad shape when I'm through with 'em. And I'm gonna give him one of the eggs as a peace offering, anyway, so hopefully he'll either calm down because of that, or he won't want to punch me while I'm holding a baby.
...Hm. What is the difference between edible eggs in this world and Pokémon eggs? Are Pokémon eggs technically edible? [Another pause.] I wonder what would occur if one were to crack an egg open.
Considering that my current theory that the Pokemon is grown in a pocket dimension inside of the egg shell, I'm pretty sure eating it would be a bad idea all around.
[Yeah Ray's distracted again. Congrats, Egon! His arms are now around you again.]
... Actually, know that you mention it, the egg shells seemed a lot tougher than most normal shells. Not that I tried breaking it, but just by knocking on it I could tell that they felt unusually thick.
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Yeah, he really doesn't like people that aren't me, so far as I can tell. Scared of 'em. Not sure why, yet. I'd work on it more, but I've got a few more problems kids taking priority- like the deer. ... Really? What's she saying?
[Oh. That's. That's not how Egon's voice should sound. That's not how Egon's voice should ever sound. Still, his reply is chipper.]
Good morning, sleeping beauty.
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It seems that most of your Pokémon are not particularly inclined to be in your presence. Kölliker keeps saying "glasses dad happy kölliker happy baby", or some variation of that.
[Hello, Ray. Egon pauses before wrapping his own arm around Ray. It's kind of weird to be spending time with...yourself, technically?]
We were discussing your...gift? [The corner of his mouth twitches upward.] Slimer, Jr., I believe.
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[You think that's bad, Venkman, just try listening to Egon's voice as he wakes up at the mention of Slimer Jr, and there's pure excitement in his voice.]
Oh yeah! Did Venkie finally get to meet him?
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[Don't be fucking rude Egon]
Has Ko asked about me?
... Oh, dear God. Ray, tone it down, you're gonna give me an aneurysm. And yeah. He's wrapped up around my leg like slimy cast.
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...Yes, actually. I believe she said something along the lines of "loud box dad where fun bastard". She's still swearing.
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Grimers exude a toxic sludge from their pores, correct? If possible, could you tell us the effects this sludge has on your skin?
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You corrupted our daughter, Pete. I hope you're happy with yourself.
[He's half joking he loves you.]
Oh. Sorry about that; that bit was sort of unintentional. I was just so excited to see a Grimer in person that I guess his first impression of you was someone who loves affection like that.
But hey, at least this will be a great bonding experience for you two!
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I knew she'd think I was the fun dad.
... Wait. Wait, wait, you gave me a TOXIC SLIMER?
[Venkman scrambles to get on his feet and takes several steps away from Slimer Jr. Roach makes a surprised noise at being jostled and clings tightly to Venkman's shoulder.
Slimer Jr., undeterred, burbles softly and follows Venkman, even as he desperately tries to put as much distance between himself and the Grimer as possible.]
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I would take the opportunity to embrace this behavior, Venkman. Such friendliness makes it a prime subject for any tests or observations you wish to make.
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You do know you can return it to its containment unit, yes?
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Aww c'mon, Pete! When I played with Slime Jr., he didn't hurt me that badly!
[He maybe got some minor burns.
It's fine he's fine.]
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[Right, the containment unit. He inches around the Grimer until he reaches his desk, and recalls Slimer Jr.]
Thanks for the walking biohazard, Ray.
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[The corner of his mouth twitches upwards. It's a surprising relief to finally hear Venkman the way he's supposed to sound.]
You seem to be back to normal. Compared to Ray and I, at least. Tell me, do you feel any lingering after-effects due to the psychokinetic brainwave transfer?
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I think he's cute!
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Oh that's great! I wish I was there to see it. Were you able to see their breeding habits?
Venkie you should save one of those Inkay eggs for me! I always wanted one of them.
[Ray never talked about them before he just loves all Pokemon.]
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[He's still a little pissed. But mostly he just wants to force Egon to admit he stole a fucking squid.]
He's not cute, he's a living wad of sludge that you've forcibly bonded to me.
... And yeah, I'll give you one of the eggs.
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I'm sure that's not entirely necessary. I fully intended to return the Inkay but became curious about what Pokémon could breed with it.
[...Trying very hard not to say he accidentally stole someone's Pokémon.]
I'm sure Luca is very proud of her clutch. Although I don't understand how the Inkay was able to breed with her in the first place.
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[Ray sticks his tongue out at Venkman, and it's probably a good thing he can't see this because it looks ridiculous coming from Egon's body.]
I'll name him after you as a thanks, Pete.
[-Wait what.]
What do you mean "intended to return"?
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Yeah, Egon. Whaddya mean by "intended to return"? How about ya enlighten the audience?
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[Egon falls silent for a moment, pointedly avoiding eye contact with Ray. He picks at the side of the PokéGear.]
I...may have...accidentally placed Peter under suspicion of arrest. [A pause.] Because I may have accidentally stole someone's Pokémon.
[There. Happy, Venkman?]
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[Yeah Ray lets go of Egon at that.]
Egon! You already got arrested this week! You can't keep getting us arrested like this! How are we supposed to go on fun adventures if we're all in jail?
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[At this point Venkman's clearly not mad anymore and just teasing. Egon and Ray might be able to hear him trying to stifle quiet laughter on the other end.]
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[He coughs, his face turning red. He's just going to lie here. Alone.]
Granted, Venkman has not actually been arrested yet. As long as he can return the Pokémon without incident, we should be fine.
...And if he doesn't kill him, of course, but death is only temporary.
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[You big baby, Ray is still lying next to you.
Ray picks up on the laughter but he's still kind of concerned???]
Even if we can't die in this dimension, I don't really like the idea of someone hurting Pete over this.
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Yes. Babies and eggs are quite fragile.
[...Thanks. After a pause, he blinks and says--]
...Hm. What is the difference between edible eggs in this world and Pokémon eggs? Are Pokémon eggs technically edible? [Another pause.] I wonder what would occur if one were to crack an egg open.
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Considering that my current theory that the Pokemon is grown in a pocket dimension inside of the egg shell, I'm pretty sure eating it would be a bad idea all around.
[Yeah Ray's distracted again. Congrats, Egon! His arms are now around you again.]
... Actually, know that you mention it, the egg shells seemed a lot tougher than most normal shells. Not that I tried breaking it, but just by knocking on it I could tell that they felt unusually thick.
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No, they're not gonna break your babies. I won't let them be that stupid.
Egon, at this point, I've given up trying to figure out what's going on with the food here. It just leads to headaches.
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