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[It's been around two weeks and finally Dante's making his first post on the network. He still seems rather tense around the Gear, almost as if he's expecting some demon to pop out of the screen, but two weeks isn't enough to catch up on nearly 900 years of technological advancement.]

Good day. My name is Dante Alighieri and I have been here for twelve days. The last sight I remember before I awoke here was a tall mountain in the distance, it's peak stretching far into the clouds in the sky. I had thought to begin my ascent, to submit myself to further trials and redeem myself of my sins, but before I had yet to take the first step I found myself here instead.

Wherever here may be.

I must ask; is this Johto part of Purgatory? Are these children's battles and pets part of my penance?

Even if you do not have an answer, I would like to hear of your thoughts.

Thank you for your time and God bless.

[The feed then switches off after some minor fumbling. Serious one, isn't he?]

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Where you are is a matter of personal perspective. Some believe this place to be a slice of heaven, I'm sure there are others who feel it to be their own personal hell. For many, it is a second chance, one they may ... or may not, deserve. A higher power than mere men saw fit to bring you here, I would not waste the chance if I were you.

But be advised. The 'pets' you speak of are as intelligent as a man. They will understand you, though you may not understand them any better than the barking of a dog. You have been granted a companion, yes? Learn to rely on it, for weapons of other sorts are forbidden.

...so perhaps it is yet another step in this new path that I walk on. I do not know why I was brought here, but God works in His ways. There must be a reason that has not been revealed to me.

I no longer seek battles; I seek peace and redemption. Though I am in agreement that these Pokemon are far more intelligent than a common steed. I have not spoken to them of my past life yet I feel that they know of the burden I carry. It is due to their help and the patience and kindness of the locals of New Bark Town, that I am slowly able to understand Johto.

Perhaps then you are here to recover from your ordeals. This land is by and large a peaceful one, the troubles and risks not terrible to the wary and the experienced. I am told it is easy to find great comfort in the companionship of one's pokemon as well. For a battered soul, perhaps few better places to be in this lifetime.

It is not comfort that I am in need of, but it is welcomed all the same.

[Battered soul is right. Out of Earth, into Hell and on his way to Purgatory, he's seen and caused quite a lot of suffering of his own.]

I shall treasure my time here then. Thank you for your time, sir. God be with you.