“Well,” Ash said, “I guess we should have a uh, wait, I know... give me a second, Iºll think of something.”
Soun waited a few seconds. "Son, I realize it's a difficult decision, all my daughters are so attractive and enormously skilled. Any would make a fine Alpha. I remember your father having a similar dilemma. Let me remind you of the duties of an Alpha. Normally the Alpha is the leader of the pack, your second in command.
"The one you choose as an Alpha, if you keep her in that position, tells the world exactly what kind of Tamer you are. It is the Alpha who is normally not put in her PokeBall. Are you the sort that inspires fear? Then choose an Alpha like Naga or Horror. Do you want to be friends with people? Then choose an Alpha like an Eva or Bunnygirl. Do you want others to perceive you as tough or strong? Choose an Alpha like an Amachop or Succubus. Do you want to be thought of as clever and sneaky? An Alpha like a Merrowl or a Kunoichi will advertise those qualities.
"The Alpha is also the position that keeps the others in line, assisting you in controlling your harem. Strength is important there, but good management skills can substitute."
"Uhm, yeah, I knew that." Ash adjusted his had in a nervous gesture.
"Well, I'm going to go work out! Hmmmph! BOYS!" One of the PokeWomen declared and started making her way towards the back. Others started to move away, also disheartened or glad to remove themselves from consideration.
"Well... I..." Ash fidgeted. "How many can I choose?"
Soun smiled. "One as your Alpha. However, some of my daughters are quite... persistant so I wouldn't be too surprised if you ended up with one or two others tagging along."
Ash nodded. "Well then... errr..."
"A clever Master would read the compiled Profiles and decide based on that..." The one named Nabiki purred, holding up a notebook.
"A foresightful Master would check horoscopes to see who the best choice would be!" Another PokeWoman argued.
Kasumi cleared her throat. "A nice Master would want to go with the nicest PokeWoman, don't you agree?"
"Three words, Master! Wild passionate sex!" A Nymph seemed ready to go for it right there and then.
"Hey, go for a contest. Cooking or Fighting, Shampoo is ready!"
"Raw power?" A small breasted Sorceress suggested.
"What a crock," a Tomboy argued. "If he's better than Ataru, Mamoru, Kuno, or Mousse, that's a plus, but is he really worth fighting over?"
Ash blinked. He'd thought she was leaving. "Who're they?"
"Other arrangements made," Soun sighed. "A PokeBreeder's duties."
"Well, then..." Ash began
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