One of the strongest exercises in characterisation I've ever seen. The author does a good job of fleshing out canonical characters, providing not only extra depth to major characters such as Lillie and Lusamine, but also comparatively minor characters such as Ilima. Lillie's Journey as a trainer is compelling - the author has her catch some relatively less-used Pokemon, and every victory she achieves is one that she had to work for.
Another thing that makes this story so well-done is how the story handles Lusamine as The Atoner. The author makes no bones about the lasting impact that Lusamine's actions had, on herself and the people around her. The portrayal of Lusamine trying to become a better person - even if she still has some ways to go - and the aftereffects of the neurotoxins on her physical and mental health were also extremely well-executed.
FanficRecs A fantastic work
One of the strongest exercises in characterisation I've ever seen. The author does a good job of fleshing out canonical characters, providing not only extra depth to major characters such as Lillie and Lusamine, but also comparatively minor characters such as Ilima. Lillie's Journey as a trainer is compelling - the author has her catch some relatively less-used Pokemon, and every victory she achieves is one that she had to work for. Another thing that makes this story so well-done is how the story handles Lusamine as The Atoner. The author makes no bones about the lasting impact that Lusamine's actions had, on herself and the people around her. The portrayal of Lusamine trying to become a better person - even if she still has some ways to go - and the aftereffects of the neurotoxins on her physical and mental health were also extremely well-executed.