[And while the Eevee is still stunned, Ryner takes the opportunity to pick it up, running his fingers through its fur to get rid of its explosion-blown-ness. The Eevee immediately starts rubbing up against his hand, all interest in chasing the Igglybuff forgotten.]

It's such a huge pain when things explode... Haa, well, at least he's still young, so hopefully I can convince him not to do that very often...