The sky was vibrant blue, not a single cloud.
Hoenn League, Emergency Response HQ.
A giant monitor was broadcasting the live stream from Mossdeep City Space Center.
Rayquaza, encased in a dazzling golden barrier, rushed straight into the sky, the streams of air outside his energy orb blazing fiercely!
A close-up showed a figure in a spacesuit standing atop Rayquaza’s head, gripping the crown fins of the Dragon God!
Employees stared, transfixed. In an instant, t...
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The condition for Rayquaza’s Mega Evolution is that the Successor resonates with Rayquaza, and then uses the move ‘Dragon Ascent’.
Similar to the Ultimate Moves for Starter Pokémon trios, it requires a deep Bond between Trainer and Pokémon, only then can it be used freely.
At this moment, the Unown markings on the Scroll flowed with golden light, vivid and lively, as if warmly responding to Natsume-sensei.
Unown: (′▽`)
Natsume: “……”
I think I ...
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The unexpected turn happened so fast.
When Steven and the others reached the rooftop, they were stunned by Rayquaza’s mountainous pressure, witnessing a wild orb of energy blazing in Rayquaza’s maw!
Natsume was the first to react. Latias sped in, whisking Zinnia away behind the cover of a giant rock.
This black-haired young man stepped forward, lifting his striking, angular face and locking eyes with Rayquaza’s awe-inspiring form!
What in the world was he trying ...
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Sky Pillar towered into the clouds, shrouded in mist, the top invisible from the ground.
Natsume, riding on Latias, landed on the platform at the bottom of Sky Pillar, glanced at the entrance, and speculated:
“So, Ruby and Sapphire were the first to enter the trial... and then another Trainer entered Sky Pillar as well?”
Steven was crouched down, examining the footprints.
“That’s entirely possible.” Steven stood up, frowning. “I think Ruby and the others wa...
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Sinnoh Region, Floaroma Town.
This is a small town embraced by a sea of flowers. A gentle breeze sweeps over the fields, carrying with it the fragrance of petals and berries.
Not far from Floaroma Town lies Gracidea Sea, where Natsume once encountered Shaymin.
Parting the tall, wild grass, a rarely visited, mirror-smooth lake comes into view.
A cobalt-blue four-legged beast is lowering its head to drink, ears pricked to the faint ripples in space. It raises its head an...
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The two Orb Fragments were almost identical in size.
One shone with fiery brilliance, as if molten magma flowed through its veins; the other was as deep as the ocean, shimmering with the shifting light of water.
Both were peerless ores that could make Steven Stone swallow his tongue in awe.
According to the primal pulse provided by these Fragments for training, it was enough to master Groudon and Kyogre’s signature moves—
“Origin Pulse” and “Precipice Blades...
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Twenty hours after the awakening of Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre, the incident finally subsided.
According to energy tracing by the Emergency Response HQ, the Hoenn duo had returned to Mt. Chimney and Seafloor Cavern and fallen back into slumber.
During this incident, Hoenn’s two Champions, Steven and Wallace, both demonstrated the true strength and conviction of a Champion.
Across battlefields east and west, Gym Leaders and Trainers coordinated efforts, securing preci...
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Hoenn Region, Mt. Chimney.
Silver, wearing gloves, retrieved a crimson Orb Fragment from beneath a blazing-hot rock and glanced back at Boss Giovanni, who stood with his hands in his pockets.
“Is this it?”
“Yes. A Fragment of the Red Orb, containing part of Groudon’s strength. A complete Red Orb can even control Groudon.”
Giovanni spoke calmly, “But right now, it’s nothing more than a harmless Fragment.”
“The one you sent Lt. Surge to find at Se...
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Above the waters, a towering golden sandcastle rose—like a gigantic Palossand wrought from endless grains.
The colossal Tyranitar stood atop the fortress, a furious sandstorm swirling around him. Beneath the bleak sky, Regigigas planted both feet in the ocean, gripping the sky-piercing Precipice Blades with iron limbs, and the crystals embedded in his metallic body pulsed with light!
CRACK, CRACK!
Regigigas, using both massive hands, Crush Gripped the Precipice Blades in h...
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Above the waters near Rustboro City.
Natsume was riding Latias, making a rapid return from Slateport City Port, heading swiftly toward the western battlefield.
Thanks to Latias’s flight speed, it would only take half an hour to cross a major portion of the Hoenn Region.
Leaning forward, equipped with safety goggles, his entire body shielded by a transparent light screen against the raging wind, Natsume yelled:
"Rotom, what time is it now!"
Rotom, hidden in the ...
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The sea churned violently as the torrential downpour gradually lightened to a drizzle.
The sea churned violently as the torrential downpour gradually lightened to a drizzle.
Boss Giovanni stood on the submarine's upper deck, hands in his pockets, scanning the waters for any sign of the colossal shadow's return.
The image of Blastoise's Hydro Cannon shattering Origin Pulse and sending Primal Kyogre crashing into the waves was burned into his mind.
His sharp, calculating...
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Hoenn Region, Slateport City
Two hours ago, Natsume had been here, playing with Corsola and admiring the swaying red seaweed.
Now, two hours after Kyogre’s movement began—
The tsunami had swallowed the famous scenic beach. White waves pushed lounge chairs, umbrellas, and volleyball nets inland. Schools of Tentacool rode the currents, their tangled tentacles forming a deadly barrier for humans—yet also ensuring their companions wouldn’t be swept away.
"Magikarp~...
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"No time for explanations!" Steven shouted over the roaring helicopter blades, gripping the open doorframe as his blue hair whipped wildly.
"I'm sending Kyogre and Groudon's movement patterns to your Rotom Phone! If possible, we need you reinforcing the trainers along their paths!"
The usually composed Champion's eyes burned with rare intensity as he pleaded:
"Please, Natsume-sensei!"
Raindrops streaked through the mist churned up by spinning rotors. In the distance, M...
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Half an Hour Earlier
Rustboro City, H17 Waters
The sea lay unnervingly calm, yet a terrifying energy pulse churned beneath its surface.
Devon Corporation, Emergency Response Division
A researcher sat drenched in sweat before a massive monitor, fingers flying across the keyboard as he shouted into his headset:
"Unidentified energy source detected at H17 Waters! Energy spikes exceeding thresholds at Lilycove City and Mt. Chimney! Recommend activating Protocol Level...
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Hoenn Region, Rustboro City
Forty-eight hours had passed since the disappearance of the Legendary Giant Rock.
And now, only seventeen days remained before the colossal Meteorite would descend upon them.
Steven had decided it was time to inform Wallace about the situation and present their options:
Plan One
The successor would ascend Sky Pillar to form a bond with Rayquaza. Using the energy of the Rainbow Meteorite, they would unleash Dragon Ascent as Mega Rayquaz...
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August 9th, Monday.
The pristine white cruise ship S.S. Aqua cut through the waters of Hoenn, leaving ripples and white foam in its wake as Wingulls fluttered overhead.
On the ship’s deck, Lt. Surge sat in a fishing chair, clad in a camouflage vest and sunglasses, gripping a deep-sea fishing rod.
Beside him, a black-haired young man in a floral shirt and cargo shorts, also wearing sunglasses and sipping an iced cola, held his own fishing rod.
The buoy bobbed up and d...
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"Gengar~( ≧◇≦)"
The ever-enthusiastic "Badge Collector" Gengar proudly waved the newly acquired badge, its tiny backside wiggling triumphantly.
Another badge for Trainer!~
Through The Power of One, Natsume could practically hear Gengar's jubilant thoughts—and wanted to cry.
Couldn't Olympia have sent a normal request? Did she have to use a badge as her calling card?
Even when I don't challenge gyms, badges just fly into my hands!
[Badges Collected: ...
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August 8th, Sunday.
As summer waned, a gentle evening breeze swept across the twilight-shrouded Seafoam Islands.
Natsume, clad in an Alolan floral shirt, listened to Old Man Blaine's tearful lament.
"Just a year ago, I had rows of hot spring resorts on Cinnabar Island! Then the volcano erupted—poof, all gone!" Blaine wiped his eyes dramatically.
"Didn't you despise those hot spring owners?" Natsume asked.
"What's wrong with hating competitors while running my o...
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August 7th, Saturday.
Though autumn had begun, the weather remained sweltering.
Natsume's Kanto gym evaluations were already halfway complete.
Despite Janine's constant worries about failing, her mastery of poison techniques as Elite Four Koga's daughter—the ninja Janine—was undeniable.
Natsume had located Fuchsia Gym deep in the mountains, witnessing firsthand the so-called "ninja" trainer style.
Her partners included a "Mist Veil" Weezing and a "Binding Art...
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Following the planned itinerary, Natsume took Latias to nearby Cerulean City for a gym evaluation.
「So Saffron Gym has already passed inspection?」 Little Latias asked inquisitively.
"Correct," Natsume replied.
Sabrina's father was merely an interim Leader. Once Sabrina herself underwent evaluation, they'd need to stay in Saffron City for a few more days.
Besides, if they were to have a serious battle with Sabrina, the entire gym might be at risk.
Sabrina's st...
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Hoenn Region, Rustboro City.
About ten kilometers north lay the famous Meteor Falls, known for its natural meteorite craters and eroded terrain.
Adjacent to Meteor Falls stood the ruins of an ancient town—crumbling walls overgrown with bushes, weathered steles barely legible.
Morning mist swirled densely, the light unable to pierce through, adding to the ruins' mystique.
On a raised mound overlooking the lowlands, a blue-haired man in a tailored suit strolled leisure...
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"It's for safety reasons," Natsume said with complete seriousness. "I strongly recommend Trainers equip guardrail-like mounts when riding flying partners!"
Soaring through the sky on a Pokémon might look cool, but the psychological pressure was immense. One glance down at the dizzying heights was enough to make anyone's heart race.
That was why Natsume's ideal flying mounts either had guardrail-like riding gear—like Alola's Charizard—or were naturally broad-backed with built-...
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The roads in Kalos are numbered starting from 1, symbolizing the geographical isolation between Kalos Region and other regions.
Between Kanto Region and Johto Region lies only Mt. Silver - one can reach the other side by climbing the waterfall.
As for Touran Region and Unova Region, like the island-style Sinnoh Region, they require either boat or flight to access.
Natsume-sensei's itinerary involves taking a flight from Lumiose City to Kanto.
After completing league in...
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With the Tree of Beginning now connected to the café, Mew's visits became much more convenient.
Moreover, the life-infused energy radiating from the portal accelerated the growth of Blastoise's Revival Herbs in the courtyard.
Natsume pondered—why not just step through the portal and cultivate herbs directly inside the Tree?
What did this make his café now?
A training sanctuary was one thing, but a private dimension for growing miracle plants?
"The vibe's gett...
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The Nurse Joy mentioned by Lance belonged to the Pokémon Inspection Bureau, responsible for supervising and evaluating Gyms across regions.
Through Lance's negotiations, the Bureau agreed to provide a "Champion-worthy" flying partner
on the condition that Natsume earned both Joy and the Pokémon's approval, while taking on Gym evaluation duties.
Nurse Joy's approval would be easy; the real challenge was bonding with the partner...
"So I have to tour Kanto's Gyms?" Nat...
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August 1st, Sunday.
Natsume had already returned to his café in Lumiose City.
Meanwhile, Cynthia went back to the Sinnoh League to deliver her Champion report.
The resolution of the Unova incident involving the Tao trio and Team Plasma was largely thanks to the efforts of these two Champions.
As for the rewards from his Unova trip—
Natsume glanced at Victini inside the café, sitting on a rookie chair, crumbs of macarons stuck to its mouth as it happily munche...
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Under the spotlight of anticipation, the World Tournament Youth Tournament semifinals were about to begin.
Thirty minutes until match time.
Wally stood outside the guest commentator lounge, taking a deep breath to steady himself.
Three days in Lacunosa Town... and he still hadn't spoken to Natsume-sensei.
Every time he saw the man surrounded by admirers, he wanted to ask if he remembered him—but surely Natsume-sensei had too many students to recall...
Just like...
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The World Championships Youth Tournament was in full swing, with the top 64 competitors decided by the first afternoon.
Ash, Iris, Wally, and others had all advanced.
Except for Trip... After being utterly crushed by Paul, the devastated Trip was packing his luggage to return home.
Ash had been through similar humiliations before - like the "Lake Acuity Massacre."
From a growth perspective, Paul's influence on Ash might have been even greater than rival Alain's.
...
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The arena roared with excitement as the giant screen replayed the battle, drawing continuous gasps from the crowd.
After taking their bows, Natsume and Champion Alder exited the stage, making way for Cynthia and Caitlin's exhibition match.
With two Champions having set such a high bar, the competitive Sinnoh Champion wasn't about to be outdone.
Following a brief intermission, the arena erupted in cheers again. Team Rocket seized the opportunity to peddle drinks and snacks.
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The roar of the crowd echoed through the arena.
Fans waved banners and flags, their cheers deafening. Trainers in the contestant section watched with excitement burning in their eyes.
On one side of the field, a rising platform unveiled the figure of Unova’s Champion.
Under the dazzling spotlight—
Alder stood with unruly red hair, arms crossed, a string of Poké Balls slung over his shoulder. He flashed a grin at the cameras.
"Champion Alder!" Trip’s eyes b...
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