@DetroitLolcat, you definitely should've gone with LG. BECAUSE STARMIE.
That being said, update.
So, yeah. I ignored the Geodude at Ravaged Path, but got Gertrude. Well, she was the MVP of the Saturn fight, KOing Zubat and ripping off half of Purugly's HP after a crit on Brandon gave me trouble. Adrian lolpunk'd with Mach Punch afterwards. Wurmples SUCK, and I ignored the ones I found in Eterna while escorting Cheryl. Also, Brandon evolved - whoo! I'm about to head to Eterna now; hopefully Dennis's HP Fire and Adrian's Ember will see me through.
The Team
Adrian the Monferno
Lax Lv. 18
- Ember
- Mach Punch
- Leer
- Taunt
Adrian's personality issues persist, but he chose to befriend Gertrude after the fight with Saturn. Perhaps he respects her, and perhaps he feels threatened...
Gertrude the West Sea Shellos
Hardy Lv. 18
- Water Pulse
- Mud Bomb
- Hidden Power (Ice) 40-50
- Harden
Gertrude is both intelligent and powerful; I'm fairly certain that she is the only team member who understands the grave danger of the challenge, but she bears the burden well. She's become close with Adrian and Dennis, but hasn't really gotten to know Brandon.
Brandon the Luxio
Adamant Lv. 19
- Spark
- Bite
- Leer
- Charge
Brandon is emerging as the leader of the team, both in strength and in teamwork. He's close with all of the fighters, and rallies them with his bravery.
Dennis the Budew
Jolly Lv. 19
- Mega Drain
- Growth
- HP Fire 55-65
- Stun Spore
Dennis is a happy go-lucky Pokémon, and he cares about (and enjoys the company of) everyone. Sadly, Adrian has little patience for his childish antics.
Carlos the Bidoof
Jolly Lv. 4
- Tackle
- Rock Smash
Carlos may be illegal, but his aid is always welcome. Dennis and he pull pranks on the other Pokémon, but most still don't really see him as part of the team.
No deaths yet; let's keep it that way.