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I've a question, and this is purely hypothetical, but how might one remove the odor of sludge?

Cologne would likely prove ineffective, and I doubt that a shower would eliminate such raw, nauseating sewage.

I ask because we're clearly in the midst of a crisis, and with such a diverse selection of creatures running amok, it pays to have a solution for every potential attack.

And, frankly, poison types tend to have some of the filthiest moves...

[He could leave it at that, but--]

I do hope there aren't too many of you who have fallen victim to their atttttaskjcs

[...Drat. All that goop dripping from his being's spread over his 'Gear. Give him a moment.]

My apologies. I... seem to be having some technical difficulties. In any case, I eagerly look forward to your replies.

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Certain Grass-types can use a move known as Sweet Scent, which does exactly what its name claims. It has the disadvantage of attracting wild Pokémon to you, but it should cover the smell of most Poison-type attacks.

[Please ignore the gray ears and the crystals sticking out of Cecil's head, Ringabel. Cecil certainly is.]

Have your hands been affected by this madness?

[He appears to be off camera for... some reason, so have a lovely view of a dozing Ninetales while Ringabel speaks from... somewhere else.]

Hmm, Sweet Scent could help at least a little. I've been told tomato sauce is useful as well, though that seems a bit... messier by comparison.

[He pauses, chuckling.]

I assure you that I'm fine-- as I said, it was a precaution in light of some recent developments.

[Except he's still offscreen, the loser.]

Perhaps the combination of both would lead to the best results? Though it'd be equally likely to make the smell worse.

[And that's not a risk that should be taken under these circumstances, as far as Cecil is concerned.]

Thank goodness. Too many people have been missing fingers, or even whole hands, which greatly complicates the use of the Pokégear.

That's what worries me. What may work alone could utterly clash when combined... And frankly, should I fall victim to such repulsive waste, I'd like a solution that won't leave women fleeing in disgust!

[Though he remains off camera, he's clasping a hand over his chest, grimacing at the thought.]

I admit, this whole ordeal's quite shocking. The fusions alone were strange enough, but the side effects go beyond mere magic.

The disgust of women would be the least of your worry, if it occured. There's a high chance you'd lose consciousness from the poison and collapse, leaving you to the mercy of every creature out there.

[A very unpleasant prospect, at best.]

It's certainly even less pleasant than being it with a Toad spell. That one also involves a transformation, but at least there's no biting or scratching involved.

...A valid point, and with so many dastardly creatures running about, I could very well sustain a great deal of injuries.

[The mention of a spell piques his interest, though, almost getting him to poke his head onscreen, though for now he'll resist.]

So you're accustomed to these sorts of transformations? I admit, the notion of "Toad" spells is an entirely new one, though I'm assuming its name is indicative of the results.

[Cecil nods at that.]

I am, yes. My world's black mages can often cast both Toad and Pig, while our white mages can learn Mini. The transformations are complete, unlike our current predicament, and can be passed on to descendants if those afflicted have children without being cured.

[Which he's strongly hoping is not the case here. Please.]

Fascinating! So the affliction is permanent, then? Well, ignoring the aforementioned cure. That must be some incredible magic to yield such a potent and lasting effect...

[He certainly hopes this is temporary! He'd hate to live out the rest of his days as a living blob of sludge.]

It can be, though curing it is so simple that I've no idea why certain people never bothered. They are useful spells, truly; they might not have Firaga's or Meteor's destructive power, but an opponent who can barely fight back is no opponent at all.

[That would be a very unpleasant fate indeed.]

Tomato sauce.

That's really all it takes?

About how much would you recommend? I suspect a single can wouldn't suffice.

An old lady recommend when she told me about running into a Stunky.

Enough to cover yourself with. Take a bath in it.

An entire tub worth? Good heavens... Well, I can't say I'm thrilled by the prospect, but I do appreciate your suggestion.

I suppose we all must suffer at times in the same of proper hygiene.

Don't cover it with colones. It'll make it worse.

Mm... yes, I can't imagine cologne and tomato would compliment each other very well, nor would even the finest cologne carry the potency to make a Muk's presence desirable.

I don't know how anyone can stand them, truth be told.

They're a powerful poison type. Some people find that balances out the smell.

Uh oh. You stink? (That's sad and this is her way of empathizing.) Ever tried tomato paste?

As I said, it's hypothetical!

Though tomato paste is a method I intend to try, should I endure such terrible circumstances.

I do hope you're faring better than some of the others, however. Seems there's a bit of an... epidemic at large.

*please kindly ignore the fact that Sion is sporting white fur and generally some vaguely canine touches to his features*

Well, if the source of the smell is still present, the most you can do is cover it up.

*assuming he's talking about having a smelly pokemon insist on joining his team or such--hey, it's been known to happen!*

Otherwise, apparently baking soda helps to nullify odors.

[He'll try his best, though at the moment Ringabel's well hidden under... a cloak? A blanket? Some form of cloth, as well as a dim lighting situation.]

Hmm... Baking soda could work, and it certainly sounds tidier than tomato paste. I wonder how much would be required to cover up a mess left by... well, a Muk, for example.

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I suppose that depends on just how large a mess it is, and whether or not the source of it is still around. In which case, as I said, you may have to simply settle for covering up the smell rather than removing it entirely...

Hmm... In that case, I wonder what would be the most effective means. Ideally, I'd isolate the smell to a select area, but that would require removing it first, and the stains...

Do you have experience with Muks, perchance?

Not with them, specifically, no. Goodra, certainly, however they're simply more messy than smelly.

Perhaps, if limiting where it can go isn't practical, perhaps instead protecting anything that could absorb the smell from direct contact would be a start. It would prevent it from lingering as much, at least.

I suppose I could invest in a tarp to shield the floor. Locking bedrooms may prevent it from spreading too far as well, until it's pacified long enough for me to contain it.

I'd intended to observe it a bit longer, but these hybrid creatures are a menace even with my team's assistance.

Both of those are certainly possible solutions.

And yes, they are proving to be somewhat troublesome, aren't they?

*...that probably goes without saying for him, given what he looks like right now, really*

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