The massive shooting nearby has got me thinking: would it be different if Pokémon were real? Sure, without Pokéballs, it's probably be too inconvenient anyways. It'd be like always carrying a gun, or walking an attack dog everywhere you go.
But the idea of a random Pokémon putting an end to a shooter, while controversial, does beg the question? Would it probably result in random Rattatas and Bidoofs getting shot along with their masters? Or getting electrocuted, charbroiled, or turned into wet hamburger before the police arrived?
I think I'd feel far safer if I had my favorite Rotom following me around.
Ending this on a more pleasant note: everyday I'm working at Publix, I wish I had a Rotom-Fan or Rotom-Fridge to follow me out into the hot sun, either to give me a nice, constant breeze, or keep my favorite drinks within constant reach. And maybe a Psychic type to float me where I need to go, so I can give my feet a break every now and then. I know that is still a reiteration of my post 3 spots up, but...yeah.
Though I guess there would be possible consequences. I'd imagine trainers or owners who have the right Pokémon (such as Machop for lifting packages. Bet my boss would find that sort of help real appealing for the back stock and unloading room!) might have a far better chance to get hired (actually, I imagine trainers might find work far easier to find), while those who have Pokémon who like to get into all sorts of mischief might find themselves in trouble, even in a laid back place like where I work!
Something tells me if Danger: High-Voltage were real, he'd definitely try possessing the various machines in the store if he got bored (he is mischievous after all, according to the summary), and people getting surprised or startled would get real old, real fast. It's be even worse if one of the patrons got hurt due to one of his pranks. That would be an unusual way to get fired: can't control your pets at work.
But the idea of a random Pokémon putting an end to a shooter, while controversial, does beg the question? Would it probably result in random Rattatas and Bidoofs getting shot along with their masters? Or getting electrocuted, charbroiled, or turned into wet hamburger before the police arrived?
I think I'd feel far safer if I had my favorite Rotom following me around.
Ending this on a more pleasant note: everyday I'm working at Publix, I wish I had a Rotom-Fan or Rotom-Fridge to follow me out into the hot sun, either to give me a nice, constant breeze, or keep my favorite drinks within constant reach. And maybe a Psychic type to float me where I need to go, so I can give my feet a break every now and then. I know that is still a reiteration of my post 3 spots up, but...yeah.
Though I guess there would be possible consequences. I'd imagine trainers or owners who have the right Pokémon (such as Machop for lifting packages. Bet my boss would find that sort of help real appealing for the back stock and unloading room!) might have a far better chance to get hired (actually, I imagine trainers might find work far easier to find), while those who have Pokémon who like to get into all sorts of mischief might find themselves in trouble, even in a laid back place like where I work!
Something tells me if Danger: High-Voltage were real, he'd definitely try possessing the various machines in the store if he got bored (he is mischievous after all, according to the summary), and people getting surprised or startled would get real old, real fast. It's be even worse if one of the patrons got hurt due to one of his pranks. That would be an unusual way to get fired: can't control your pets at work.