Pokémon Headcanons & Fun Facts with Professor Albies

Just the simple life of an old professor and his love for Grass- Type Pokémon.

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Introductory Post

Greetings and Bienvenue, fellow Trainers and Researchers of all kinds!

My name is Professor Max Albies, and while it may not look like it judging by the shape of my personal team, I am an expert on Grass- Type Pokémon, from the most unassuming of Sunkern all the way to the mythical Celebi (the latter of whom I’ve had more than one personal encounter with) and beyond.

If anyone has any questions regarding my research, or are seeking general health and wellness tips in regards to owning Grass- Types for the first time, I’m all ears, and no question is too big or small.

If you wish, we can also settle down for a pint of tea. I do happen to fancy a piping hot cup of Earl Grey, after all.

Ahem, I do seem to be getting off topic. Regardless, I do hope you enjoy your time here on my new... Er, what do the kids call it? A “Blog”? Ah, yes, that’s it.

[realpokemon]

rotomblr: reblog with the worst injury you’ve ever gotten from a pokémon, wild or domestic

[grass-expert-albies]

My worst injury...

If I recall correctly, I believe I was once bit by a Sceptile. Nearly took my whole arm clean off, it did!

I believe I was only spared because Sceptile notoriously do not have the bite force or jaw strength needed to cut through bone.

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Fun Fact #36:

According to some research conducted by the staff of both Uva-Naranja and Blueberry Academies before this past year's school trip to Kitakami, the mythical Pokémon known as Pecharunt apparently had a much more common Grass/Ghost- Type ancestor long ago, around the Early Meiji period (circa 1868), the era of time in which Hisui (Ancient Sinnoh) was first settled by the Galaxy Expedition Team.

This Pecharunt ancestor was apparently an ally of Shaymin, using delicious mochi of all flavors to feed populations suffering from cataclysm while Shaymin healed the land and restored lost crops. However, for unknown reasons, a good majority of the population died out and one individual was left, adapting to the new situation via a sudden and extraordinary power, being its new hypnotic and far more toxic flavor of mochi.

This theory was reached after trace elements of Shaymin DNA was found within the peach shells of Pecharunt, and not its main body, but it ultimately remains a theory until more evidence can be found.

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Fun Fact #35:

According to some records, myths and legends outside of the land of Kitakami, the legendary Pokémon Ogerpon fluently wore Masks of all 17 types that let it fight off any foe with ease, which were gifted to her by Arceus themself.

However, when she and her trainer, a man known simply as "AZ", traveled the world, all were eventually lost or destroyed in some way, one by one, before they arrived in Kitakami and were besieged by the greedy and villainous Loyal Three.

The four masks then carved by the mask maker of Mossui Town were crafted in the image of the 17 previously lost Masks, in hopes that Ogerpon would reclaim a fraction of her lost power.

The results of the mask maker's craftsmanship speak for themselves.

[grass-expert-albies]

Anon that grew up on a farm in Southern Unova. I should have prefaced.. I'm terrified of bug types! Swaddle is cute! But I'm so scared of them lolol.

Ah! My bad, then. In that case, how about a Sunkern? They have nearly identical care routines as Sewaddle, but with the key exception of not being a Bug-Type.

You will have to still be wary of Bird Pokémon, but not nearly as much as with Sewaddle.

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Hi there! I grew up on a small farm in the south of the Unova region. We didn't have Pokemon on the farm, as it was for food production and my parents weren't big on letting us have Pokemon growing up. Plenty were around the area, but I've never had one to call my own. I still live in Unova, just in a bigger city now. Any suggestions on a good partner? I've been around other people's Pokemon and I have a general idea how to care for them. I work from home, which leads to me being home for most of the day. We have a yard they could play in, but the house itself isn't very big. I was thinking a smaller mon possibly, that way they can always be with me no matter where I go. I have anxiety, so having a buddy close by can help me with that. I'm pretty laid back and easy going, so nothing too high strung.

I believe the perfect partner for you would be a Sewaddle! They're small and low maintenance, perfect for your living situation.

For some general advice, on caring for Sewaddle, here's a few basics;

Sewaddle tend to grow and evolve rather quickly, but there's little to worry about in that department all around, as due to standing at only 3'11", Leavanny still don't take up much space compared to their past evolutionary stages.

Sewaddle are almost always constantly hungry, so make sure to buy plenty of food. When it evolves into Swadloon and Leavanny, it will desire to make new clothes for you, due to its natural instincts, so I would recommend planting a tree in your yard if possible so that your new pal has a fresh supply of leaves to do its thing.

The whole line will require plenty of exercise, no matter what, so be sure to go out often. However, keep a close eye on it, as some local Bird Pokémon or Fire- Types-- especially Talonflame-- may see your partner as a tasty treat. When not exercising, be sure to keep it indoors at all times, or at the very least, do not let it out without proper supervision.

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Hmm... It appears that today is going to be rather slow.

Being cooped up here in Uva Academy while on this excursion to study the Grass- Types of Paldea has remarkably left me with little to do, recreationally speaking.

Would anyone like to send me some asks, just to pass the time?

[realpokemon]

favorite pokemon type (if you say grass water or fire im punching you)

you really think those are the most popular types on this site??

what is your favorite type

bug

ghost

other

Voting ended onJul 17, 2023

be honest

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Fun Fact #34:

Through much more sophisticated gathering of evidence in the modern day compared to past expeditions into Area Zero, it has been scientifically confirmed that the spores of Ungabunguss (aka Brute Bonnet) contain a highly sophisticated and unknown chemical that, when inhaled, increase the victim's adrenaline output by a dangerous degree, as well as inducing auditory and visual hallucinations intended to drive victim to madness.

Despite extensive testing, it has also been confirmed that, much like the neurotoxic venom used by UB-01 "Symbiont" (aka Nihilego), Ungabunguss' spores have no natural cure and is rather difficult to flush from one's system. However, there is little need to fear, as scientists are working around the clock to develop a cure ASAP as more sightings of Paradox Pokémon and Ultra Beasts alike appear around the globe, well outside their "home" regions of Paldea and Alola.

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Fun Fact #33:

According to some rather dubious sources, the Paradox Pokémon known as Lazeroph (aka Iron Leaves) was built by a mad scientist to be a direct rival for the legendary Pokémon Virizion, one of the four Swords of Justice from Unova, meant to match and even surpass its organic counterpart in every way by copying the fighting techniques of Virizion itself, along with its companions Cobalion, Terrakion and Keldeo.

Naturally, very few believe this as truth, but I am not so quick to cast aside any potential information.

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Fun Fact #32:

Sprigatito have knowledge on many things when they are born, but their lack of being able to communicate prevents them from sharing their profane wisdom.

As they grow and evolve into Floragato and Meowscarada, this knowledge will gradually dissipate and vanish, being replaced by their desire to preform and entertain.

[grass-expert-albies]

Hello, everyone!

Happy Pride Month all around!

Never be afraid to express who you truly are or want to be, I say. Everyone deserves love, support and admiration!

[realpokemon]

Other than Teak, who do you think is the hottest professor?

sometimes i just imagine you guys scrolling on ratemyprofessor and kicking your legs while sighing dreamily

[grass-expert-albies]

...I do hope the answer ISN'T me. Or else that would just be embarrassing.

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To whoever has sent me an ask, I do apologize, but I can't seem to answer it.

Rotumblr decided that it was hungry, apparently.

It has been eaten, and there is little hope for it now.

[realpokemon]

to answer the absol owners question. my absol has been Vocal about horrible calamites such as:

not enough food in bowl

too much food in bowl

snack cabinet locked

I will sneeze in an hour

he will sneeze in an hour

don't forget the classic Stranger At Door (its the Mail delivery) and Home Intruder (cutiefly on porch)

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While not in my field of expertise, I can confirm Absol owned by trainers are incredibly vocal about even the smallest things.

Only the wild ones are reliable for avoiding disasters on a large scale.

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It's funny how I keep seeing all these posts mentioning how high-maintenance the Surperior line is when my first partner was a Snivy. Since I grew up in unova as a small serpent loving child, Snivy was the obvious choice. Honestly, I never realized how easy it is to take care of some of the other grass starters until I came to Paldea and got Smoke, my Florigato. Surprisingly enough, 10 y/o me took very good care of that Snivy and grew her all the way to a Surperior (her name is Royale, by the way!), although I don't battle with her all that much anymore, Royale still stays with me through all my travels, I even got special accommodations for her at Uva Accademy! Anyways, I'd love to hear some of your tips and tricks for the Surperior line! Especially things that Uva could to to make my gal feel right at home. -Ember Whitemoon

While I admittedly don't have as much material as I would prefer on care for the Serperior line as I would like, I still know plenty for a few tips and tricks.

1: As stated before, they're like snobbish royalty and will hate you and everything you do if they are not treated as such during every waking moment. Do not let this discourage you, however, as all they require is some discipline in order to respect you more. This process can take up to several decades to complete, and they will most likely evolve both times far before their respect it earned.

2: In spite of being Grass- Types, the Serperior line are still cold-blooded reptiles and require vast amounts of heat to stay active, so a heat lamp is important to own when one is in your care. They will also leave their shed skin everywhere, so be prepared to clean that up every so often.

3: The Serperior line are INCREDIBLY picky eaters and may often starve themselves all together if they don't get exactly what they want every time they're fed. They are omnivores and can eat just about anything, but just because they can doesn't mean they will. I don't have much advice on what to do to alleviate this problem, myself, so feel free to experiment, just so long as you don't kill the poor thing.

And 4: In their efforts to retain heat at all times, the Serperior line enjoy taking long baths in scalding hot water, so long as they have efficient space for it. Prepare for your water heating bill to skyrocket and all your own baths and showers to be borderline freezing.

All things considered, however, it seems Royale is incredibly well-behaved and she may very well be an outlier/exception to how I've portrayed the species through my admittedly biased point of view.

While what I have said may apply to many every individual of any Pokémon species is unique and no two Pokémon are ever truly the same!

[realpokemon]

ya got any other pokemon besides bart?

if this post hits 100,000 notes i will adopt a salamence

[realpokemon]

how much is 20% of a salamence worth

[grass-expert-albies]

I'm no expert in Dragon- Types, but I believe you can find a good Bagon breeder and purchase one for about 200,000 PokéDollars.

I would also recommend starting with Bagon, anyway, as forming bonds with any Pokémon from an early age is incredibly important, and Salamence who are disloyal do not tend to have happy lives for very long.