Lavender-Eyed Traveler (OPEN)

A heavy, misty rain hung like a blanket over the town of Grassveil. It hung, thick and heavy as precipitation rained down in pattering sheets.The stone streets ran with water along the gutters, and those who lived in the town ran for their nearest shelter. The rumble of thunder vibrated above them, and lightening would occasionally fork and flash.

A small figure entered town by the gate, barely more than a foot tall. The features were concealed, as the figure was wearing a linen traveling cloak as it stepped through town. However, every time a flash of lightening would occur, those who caught a glimpse of the traveler would shudder… They would shudder when they saw the glowing lavender eyes that stared at nothing and the neutral, somber expression that didn't seem capable of changing. Some were unnerved by the seemingly creepy facial expression, but those that knew better avoided the visitor like the plague.

The espurr continued to walk through Grassveil as it stormed around him, lavender eyes occasionally flicking past shops and other buildings.

It was almost as if he were looking for something.

The wind kicked up, causing the cloak to billow and whip upward. Giving a startled squeak, the feline pokemon grabbed at the hood with his paws, desperate to keep it firmly secured down on his head.

As the wind died down a little, the espurr opened his lavender eyes again, only to befall a wooden sign that rocked in the wind.

The Creepy Cafe

Seeing low light peek through the shaded window blinds, the espurr gently pushed the door open as the ringing bell above him foretold everyone of his presence.

Instantly, he felt a dry warmth no doubt caused by a tended fire as he entered the building. It was a welcome presence, but at that moment, the visitor was taking in the sights…

The interior looked like something out of a high society, horror set piece. The interior had a low light, the only source of any brightness being the roaring fireplace in the back and the eerie, ephemeral looking candles above him suspended by chandelier. Multiple cushy tables and furniture of very fine make were organized in the room, their designs looking like something out of an old castle. With the dark tapestries of red and black, medieval furniture, and even suit of blackened armor in the back, the atmosphere spoke of a mix between horror gothic and high class Victorianism. There didn't seem to be any other customers in this particular part of the cafe, but there seemed to be rooms in the back so who knew.

Whatever the traveler thought of this place on the inside, his expression that he bore was still the same with the wide-eyed stare and perpetual frown. Dripping on the hard wood floor slightly, he shivered as he glanced around, wondering where the employees were.

As the thunderstorm rumbled and lightning screamed across th sky, one other Pokémon was rushing through the streets. Of all the Pokémon to be caught out in the horrible storm, a Growlithe dashed through the rain, soaked and feeling the chill of the cold rain slicing through her fur. Desperately she searched for somewhere to get out of the rain, but most everyone had already shut their doors to keep out the torrentious water. One sign suddenly jumped out at the soaked Pokémon, reading 'The Creepy Café'. For one moment the Growlithe entertained the thought of continuing on and searching for a different spot to get out of the rain. The Creepy Café sounded exactly as it was named, and the Pokémon could not help but feel a sense of foreboding. However, another burst of lightning and the cold wind quickly forced her decision, and she entered the café.
Although it was much warmer inside, the Fire-type shivered from the rain that had soaked through her fur, and thanked the heavens when she spotted the  fire roaring in the fireplace. The Growlithe did not seem to notice that she was not alone, as she was more concentrated on blowing a small Ember onto the fire, even though it didn't need it at all.
Huddling by the fire, the Fire-type shivered, then spoke to herself.
"Brrr! I can not stand being out in the rain like that!"