[Coolshaymin]

"Metal Gear Blue! How's the Rocket Takedown been going? The science girl too! And a new one to the casino! Welcome!~" At least none of them look so young I could get sued. "Very well, these Pokeballs ought to suffice." Game Guy scooped up the Pokeballs and put them on the center of the table where a hole opened up to drop them into. The guy at the table Game Guy was standing on seemed very mad at this point. Positively boiling. Fitting when Grass+Fire+Water=Stew. "Now, we have a special showroom set up in the back. The doors are simply marked with the proper symbols. Just make a thread each with the name of the challenge, Gamble Guy Challenge in the description in the Rainbow Square detailing the thematic lobbies of Fire, Water and Grass as well as picking which Starter you will contend with first! There will be a door for each starter in the lobby. When you feel you had enough and can not go on, you may quit after the second. Beware though that quitting early will not net as great loot. Stay in as long as you can!~ Ready to test your mights?"

"Also, for anyone else, this gamble is special in that multiple people can do it at the same time. But you must accept it before the deadline."

[Coolshaymin]

"Hello! And welcome back to the Gamble Guy Casino! A new year has started and Li is still needing of entertainment to maintain morale! And you know how we should celebrate a new year? A new Gamble Type and a new event of course! The Type shall be known as the "Champion's Challenge". The Champion Challenge is unique and sure to test your might against the greatest of enemies. The foe will be a secret until the Gamble starts but I assure you, they will be some of the strongest and most powerful opponents in the multiverse. And this Gamble Type even has a special feature. If you so wish, you may bring a friend to help you in your duel. You paying for yourself pays for both of you but the consequence is that it will be deducted from your prize. If you go solo, you get special rewards. However, I can not assure your sanity."

"Now we come to the event! This sample will be at a significantly lower cost than normal. In addition, bringing a friend will not have consequence. This gamble can be challenged once per person and there is no limit to who can participate in it. This offer only lasts until March 1st. It's a steal~! Now, are you ready to die?!... I mean... Risk your life and probably take serious injury for fabulous prizes?"

Challenge Creator	Title	Details	Challenge Type	Price	Challengers(Unlimited)
Game Guy	Gamble Casino: Prepare to Die Edition.	Face and try not to be utterly destroyed by a mystery opponenet that holds unrivaled opponent. Can be solo'd or you can invite one other to increase the chance of you not dying quickly, pathetically and lose a significantly higher amount of ego... Or you could lose more.	Champion's Challenge	200 Coins or 2 items of any type	Cynthia and Valorie Unlimited

[PolarStarQuote]

Paying 200 coins, for Cynthia and Valorie's entry, for the Prepare to Die champion challenge.



"Oh, and when im done, you and i are going to have to have a very long 'chat' about you hurting my precious child, Gamble Guy."


...That was the scariest thing ive ever seen in my life.

[Mari]

Valorie's looking even smaller than usual! ...Shame about her ladylike figure too. She very was very shy about having her entry fee paid for her, but she'd be lying if she said she didn't like the idea of maybe defeating the strongest things in the whole multiverse! Valorie accepts Cynthia's offer, moving to hide underneath her coattails. From who? You.

[Coolshaymin]

"...." Game Guy remained silent as Cynthia laid down the cash and proceeded to... Threaten him for bringing harm to a child... Well, excuse me lady but she is the one that agreed to gamble her life away... Literally. "... I am sorry, but Gamble Guy is the owner and all talks must be done with him about management, miss. I am Game Guy, his partner that simply runs the show while he is out during whatever. I can see about scheduling an appointment for you though... After your hospital appointment if that is necessary. Regardless, let me just spin Wheel Decide here and... Hehehehehe..." Game Guy suddenly let out a chuckle as he seemed to get the results.

"Your opponent can be found in the cellar of Crestfallen Castle. Deep down in the ritual room is where they can be challenged. That is to say, Cynthia, make a Thread in Crestfallen Castle called "A Deadly Dance from Hell" with Gamble Casino:"Prepare to Die Edition"  in the description. I hope you two have fun. Hehehehehehehe..."

*200 money taken from Quote for Cynthia and Valorie.

[Mari]

Some annoyed girls arrive at the casino looking for answers from Game Guy. Apparently their challenges just kind of inexplicably ended prematurely due to ... difficulties? It's not really clear why, but they want him to make things right. They're owed a refund at the very least! And some of them were doing quite well too! What will you do, Game Guy? You made Little Arle cry for goodness sake! Now even Peach isn't smiling.

[Coolshaymin]

Shortly after marching into the casino, the most fearsome army known to man, Magical Girls, would see no sign of Game Guy. This was odd, he was usually always here as frequent customers would tell you by him jumping on tables while they were eating or drinking. Instead,  on the Gambles counter was a note in his place that said one simple phrase. "I.O.U."... Well, it would appear Game Guy has went into hiding due to all the death threats from parents. Come on, parents, you are the ones letting your kids go to a Casino! You are held responsible for any trauma or pain they endure. It's in the fine fine print of the contract. Why does no one read that?

"My apologies, my acquaintice is not one for confrontations... And he has been getting letters so I gave him a vacation," a voice called behind the girls. The voice came from a purple shy guy in a purple top hat and a red bow tie holding a cane despite not appearing to have any issue walking. Those familiar with the management of the Casino would know this as the 2nd guy next to Game Guy on the Neon Sign above the Casino Doors. Otherwise known as the owner and Shy Guy the Casino is named after. "I take it you ladies are here over the gambles being on hold for so long? I do apologize we called that but we have a bit of a problem. You see, some of our workers have gone on strike saying Captain Guy was a better boss because he was always around or something. Specifically our Observation Shy Guys that are responsible for reporting progress and retrieving those that fail. Obviously it's unsafe if I let you go and kind of difficult to reward you without them there," Gamble Guy explained calmly and with confidence.

"However, we do have a few still willing to work. Unfortunately, I must ask you to each only go out one at a time so that we can keep resources. I assure you however this will allow in swifter results. If any of you wish to resign, let me know and I will give you back your entry fees. For any that want to continue, who first?" he added on explaining a new rule.

New Rule: For sake of fairness and also making things easier on the Casino, Members are only allowed to tackle one Gamble at a time per member. If the member is a companion in the Super Boss Challenge then they can participate but the maker has to not be in another gamble.

(Mari please say which gamble to finish up first and if you want to abandon any.)

(PolarStarQuote I will give you back the entry fee for King of the Ring. I want confirmation on if you want to do the Super Boss mission with Valorie still)

[Mari]

((I'd like to continue Little Arle's first, and I'd like to cancel Ciel's and Peach's, which I paid 2 pokeballs, 1 super mushroom and 450 coins for vwv))

Peach is now happy again and will pick up a newly determined Little Arle in offering.

[Coolshaymin]

"Alright, here are your coins and items and we will get the Challenge for this young girl set back up first."

(2 Pokeballs and 1 Super Mushroom can be added back to the bank or to Ciel/Peach. 450 Coins have already been returned.)

[PolarStarQuote]

Mm, Unfortunately i think ill have to drop Cynthia from the gamble guy match. I still need to update her very broken moveset and the like!

[Mari]

A familiar tiny girl awkwardly waddled her way into the casino, carrying a treasure chest in her arms. A vaporeon trailed slightly behind her, watching her struggle a bit with whatever it was she was lugging around. Marching her way up to the counter, Little Arle heaved the box up onto it before struggling to lift herself in turn. She seemed like she might not make it for a moment, only for her newfound companion to give her a boost from underneath. Plopping down next to the treasure chest, Little Arle sighed in relief "I did it!" she cheerily remarked, only for Aqua to jump up onto the table and affectionately snuggle into her lap, eliciting a little squeal-giggle of joy from the mage. "An' I found a friend while I was there! She gots lost."" Little Arle cheerily explained, cuddling Aqua rather affectionately in her lap.

[Coolshaymin]

Game Guy was still wondering a bit what happened to that kid. There wasn't any deadly traps in that temple or anything... Right? He did not really check, he just heard of a box that contained great power inside it and... Oh, she's back... And... Is that a Fish Dog? Animals were getting weirder by the day.... Oh well, time to pass his usually spie-....

....

.... Oh my Wart! That's so adorable! How could I ever send a small girl so precious to a potentially dangerous temple?!... His thoughts being disguised by his mask as he had a bit of a mental freakout. "... Um... Uh.... Ahem,"... His voice not being nearly as disguising. "Great job! A+! This is exactly what we were looking for! If you ever want to find more treasure, you can use this map. Whatever is marked on there is pretty good too... Just bring friends next time, okay?" Game Guy suggested to not be so dangerous as he handed the girl a map.

Marauder's Treasure Map (Rare): This map details the location of a Marauder's loot cache. Grab a few friends and go treasure hunting! To redeem the map for its reward, simple create a mission in the listed location where one of the objectives is to find the marauder's hidden cache. The reward for this object should be listed as the Marauder's Chache, followed by its quality. If the objective is completed and the mission is successful, everyone involved will get the cache item and may redeem it at the hands of a staff member for a single item of the listed quality. Alternatively, you could sell the map for some easy money (500 coins) and let someone else worry about collecting the loot.

"Anyway, for your prize, you get to keep the box... And the key. Here you go," Game Guy said as he flipped a coin towards the girl that had the insignia of a Shy Guy Mask. It seemed like it would fit in the gap. Before she could test it though he put an arm in front of it. "Don't go opening it in here though! This artifact is VERY powerful and dangerous. Be EXTRA careful while using it, okay? It can protect you but it can also make more danger for you. Just... ask an adult for permission or something, okay?" Game Guy advised. What was so dangerous inside this box?

Pandora's Box: A small oriental and golden chest that is said to have been the seal for all evil in the world by the gods... But clearly someone has already opened it so doing so again will probably not have any worst consequences. However, there is still great power contained with the chest that can provide powerful magical support against your foes with powerful echantments... However, the powers of Chaos and Discord are impossible to ally with so there is a chance every spell it has can backfire on the user. All spells are resisted with the INT stat vs a flat roll of 15. However, the box can not be opened up more than once per thread and using it is a gamble in of itself so may the luck of the cosmos be on your side.

Pandora's Rage: For 2 turns, the user can infuse themselves or an ally with the power of the gods. This inflicts Titan, a combination of both the negative and positive aspects of Metal and Mega. However, the power of the gods wear off fast and the power has a 50% chance of going to an enemy instead and making your time much harder.

Pandora's Wish: The user can make a wish upon an ally or themself to achieve a better condition and re-energize them. This can turn into a powerful blessing that heals a target for 40% HP and resets all the cooldowns on their moves if they have any. However, it can turn into a deadly life draining curse that saps their energy and weakens them severely. This negative effect will inflict 30% damage, Triggers all Cooldowns and Doubles Recoil, Debuffs inflicted on self and Ammo/Mana Consumption of moves for 3 turns. The fail rate is 50%.

Pandora's Wrath: Unleashes a powerful storm that calls down a great disaster on your foes... Or you and your allies if it backfires. The form of the wrath can vary, but is generally bad luck like a storm or event of the environment, and it does 35% damage on the whole team of either side, and is the only curse to be avoided by DEX. It has a 50% chance of smiting all your enemies, but an equal chance of backfiring on you and your friends.

Pandora's Passion: A powerful Infatuation Curse eminates from the box and seeks to possess a target, any target. It inflicts an obsession, or Infatuation, into you or an ally, or an enemy by the choice of the caster if it is not resisted. Whether it targets a friend or foe is 50% chance.

"Well, there you go, one powerful artifact of unknown power given to a child. Have fun with you... Fish... Fox... Thing... Oh, and remember to ask your parents before you use that!... Wait, why did I give a 5 year old key to a cursed chest?... Eh, probably will be fine."


But wait! Arle has also collected a new companion!
Vaporeon (Aqua/Agwa): The Water Type of the Eeevee family and a loyal companion. They can turn their body into water to fit into small spaces and perform acts only a liquid body can manage. Even more portable Pocket Monster than usual and useful for support. Though not much of a fighter, they are key for good support.


Stats:
Str: 4
Dex: 6
Con: 18
Wis: 12
Int: 4
Cha: 16

Primary Attacks:
Water Pulse: Projecting a pulse of water that strikes a foe with a mental shock. The primary way of offensive support for this primarily defensive Pokemon, it damages and has a 30% chance of inflicting Mind Melted. (Medium Wisdom Attack, 12%)

Aqua Ring: Creates a ring of water around an ally or herself that heals them overtime but is not very strong. For 3 turns, it inflicts Aqua Ring on an ally which heals 1d3+Vaporeon's Charisma. After the healing is done, it has a 4 turn cooldown.

Special Attacks:
Acid Armor: Vaporeon melt their bodies to take on a purely water like form. This form has many utility purposes for the creative and could hinder foes with a Wisdom Based Grapple. It lowers the damage the Vaporeon takes by 5 for 3 turns before she can not maintain the buff. However, a special function is the Vaporeon can use it's body to encase an ally in a Watery Armor that cuts damage in half, but makes half the damage they would of been dealt gets dealt to the Vaporeon instead. The Vaporeon can only endure three blows before it has taken too much pain to withold it's watery form and reverts to normal.

[Coolshaymin]

For the longest time the casino was desolate. Game Guy has left due to several debts to the Mafia to keep the place running under the blackmail that he sent kids to death guantlets for the promise of "Top Tier Prizes". However, life suddenly arose at the sign of a: "Gamble of Training". Inside was not the Game Guy but the rare owner of the establishment Gamble Guy. "Pardon me but my partner seemed to hold... unsavory arrangements during my absence. He is currently in training in our new VR Simulator Room. This will provide a different kind of challenge than normal, allowing virtual fights to train against foes. You'll learn new abilities and we will even give you prizes for winning. However, lose and well... You gambled it. I will note however, if a Gamble fails by forfeit rather than loss I will give you back what you betted with. Unlike my associate, I believe in fair trade and if the customer is unhappy with their training then I shall give them back what they are owed. Now, would you like to partake in a Virtual Training? It is far superior to that gym, I assure you."

"There are three types of challenges so far. Solo Training where you can take on a powerful foe by yourself. Of course you need only pay your own fee. Secondly, there is Titan Training where you can bring up to a team of 4 to take down an overwhealmingly powerful foe. Finally there is Team Training where you and up to 3 Partners may fight a team of powerful combatants. Keep in mind these foes are not real but their AI is... quite advanced. We spared no expense. Any match only requires one person to pay the fee."

Solo Training

Gamble Name	Description	Price	Rewards
Dark Matter	Fight a fearsome monster from Dreamland in a battle to the finish. He fights with sword but can shift forms and properties at will once per turn.	500 Coins or 2 Melee Weapons	Samus Training Manual A special Item based on Dark Matter A Dark Matter Move
Super Shadow	A Fight against a super powered hedgehog. Quite resilient and his Chaos Powers can afflict you with a variety of problems.	500 Coins or a Transformation Item	Samus Training Manual A Special Item Based on Shadow A Shadow Move
Giga Bowser	A mutated form of Bowser with insane power. Easy to hit but he can take some hits and he can definitely dish them back out.	500 Coins or a Mario Item	Samus Training Manual A Special Item Based on Giga Bowser A Giga Bowser Move

Titan Battle

Gamble Name	Description	Price	Rewards
Void Termina	A God that can destroy the entire universe if he so desires. Hopefully the simulation is not too tough. Tough with powerful moves but poor at evasion. However lower health than average, he has a hidden form...	500 Coins or a Kirby Item	Samus Training Manual A Friendship Based Move A Kirby Inspired Item
King of Ganon	Face off against a copy of the Ganondorf of Twilight. He may start at lower health, but he will turn into Beast Ganon on defeat.	500 Coins or a Zelda Item	Samus Training Manual A Ganondorf Based Move A Ganondorf Themed Item

Team Training

Gamble Name	Description	Price	Rewards
Samus PTSD	Face off against 3 different versions of Ridley in a no holds bar death match, these 3 dragons will give you a run for your money.	500 Coins or 2 Ranged Items	Samus Training Manual A Metroid Based Move A Metroid Based Item