"Caitlin?"
Cynthia seemed equally surprised.
Clad in a pale pink robe with translucent shoulder drapes and a white round hat, Caitlin's long, curled golden hair cascaded down to her calves. She tilted her head up to meet the taller Cynthia and Natsume's gazes.
Without acknowledging Natsume, Caitlin strode directly to Cynthia's side, looping her arm through the Champion's smooth, porcelain-like one.
"Cynthia, battle me later," Caitlin stated.
Cynthia blinked befor...
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Unova Region, Lacunosa Town.
To host the World Championships Youth Tournament, Lacunosa Town had constructed a brand-new arena and surrounding grounds.
The stadium—a massive, dome-covered colosseum—stood at the center of the complex, colorful balloons drifting above its sealed roof.
Freshly paved brick paths branched out in all directions, leading to the Contestant Village, main arena, retail district, and other facilities.
"What’s our mission, meow?"
A ras...
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July 18th, Sunday.
Kalos Region, Vaniville Town.
A baby-blue sky cradled drifting clouds as a Fletchling flitted from the windowsill to the flower-filled front yard. A Rhyhorn dozed beside dew-kissed blossoms, its back fitted with riding gear—clearly the mount of a "Rhyhorn Rider."
The window slid open. A young woman with short hair leaned on the sill, smiling at the garden below.
A window slid open. A young woman with short hair leaned against the sill, gazing at th...
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"Meowth's Song" had always been one of Natsume's favorite ending themes. Hearing Meowth perform it live stirred something different within him.
The bond between humans and Pokémon wasn't just about "catching"—it was family, comrades-in-arms, companions...
Meowth's romantic endeavors had been disastrous, but fortunately, it had met Jessie, James, and Wobbuffet.
And, of course, their money-grubbing yet unexpectedly reliable Executive.
Meowth glanced at Natsume beside ...
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Night fell. Spotlights crisscrossed in neon hues above the Music Hall as a full moon hung over Nimbasa City's skyline.
Elesa, her black hair in twin braids trailing past her hot pants, wore gleaming yellow shoulder pads and antenna headphones. She offered a polite smile to her seatmate.
"Good evening, Miss Sabrina... The night breeze is quite lovely, isn't it?"
Sabrina, clad in a purple bodysuit, gave a curt nod.
"Hello."
Silence.
Elesa studied the Kanto Gy...
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Unlike the high-pressure corporate atmosphere of Castelia City, Nimbasa City was a vibrant hub of leisure and entertainment.
Theme parks, concert halls, amusement rides, battle arenas—it was the perfect place for humans and Pokémon to thrive together.
The Nimbasa Music Hall, in particular, was where Natsume and Cynthia planned to hold Meloetta's vocal concert.
The audience would consist mostly of Pokémon, with invitations extended to nearby Gym Leaders like Caitlin and S...
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"One ticket for the Ferris wheel, please."
The ticket booth attendant, who had been dozing off (since few chose manual ticketing), straightened up at the gentle voice.
"One ticket? Here you go."
The fingers accepting the ticket were slender and well-defined. When the attendant looked up, she smiled sincerely.
"It's you again... Enjoy your ride."
The green-haired young man wore a white shirt with a pendant at the collar and a cap. He pocketed the ticket in his gra...
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The aftermath of the Team Plasma incident gradually settled, and across Unova, legends began to circulate about the "Convergence of Truth and Ideals."
Rumors spoke of a hero who had won the favor of both Reshiram and Zekrom, single-handedly dismantling Team Plasma's schemes.
A feat rivaling even "Red's Solo Takedown of Team Rocket."
The International Police never publicly named this hero, leaving people to speculate wildly.
"Could it be Champion Alder? Or that prodigy ...
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Natsume distinctly remembered the last Berry he'd drawn—the Chople Berry. Spicy in taste, its effect could be dubbed "Anti-Fighting Fruit."
Given Tyranitar's garbage resistances, he wouldn't have minded pulling an "Anti-Water" or "Anti-Grass Berry" either.
But... this time, the pity pull seemed to have missed the mark again.
[Wow, GOLDEN LEGENDARY!]
Natsume: "Stop using random sound effects. You'll get sued for copyright infringement."
The System didn't bother ...
2025-07-08 14:00:17 +0000 UTC
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Yin and Yang oppose yet complement each other—an endless cycle.
The DNA Splicers, as a key item influencing the Tao Trio, weren’t just capable of fusion—they could also separate!
Black Kyurem’s ferocious face turned toward the black-haired young man standing in the snow, his coat fluttering. A flicker of hesitation crossed its eyes.
This human carried not just the pulse of the world’s beginning but also the power to transcend time and space.
A fusion of two L...
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Colress stared at Natsume, speaking slowly through his paralysis:
"Give me a chance..."
"What kind of chance?"
"My inventions could serve the Unova League," Colress said calmly. "I wish to remain a scientist."
"Sorry."
Natsume shook his head. "Maintaining world peace is a Champion's duty."
Colress fell silent.
The world's savior - simultaneously a Team Rocket Executive and International Police consultant.
Now that's truth for you!
Ghetsis ...
2025-07-07 15:30:02 +0000 UTC
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Under a clear baby-blue sky,
Natsume rode atop Reshiram's back as they pierced through layers of clouds. His face paled slightly.
"That's high enough! No need to go higher!"
"We haven't even reached the stratosphere yet," Reshiram replied, exasperated.
Though protected by a transparent Light Screen, the sheer visibility of the swirling clouds and endless sea of white beneath them made it worse.
Peering down at the miniature buildings below, Natsume hugged Reshira...
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The castle's tremors grew more violent.
"Victini~" Victini clung weakly to Natsume's head, trembling as it gripped his hair.
This might make him go bald...
The thought flashed through Natsume's mind as he closed his eyes, sensing the threads of white light connecting him to Victini through the Power of One.
"Victini..." Victini lifted its head slightly, peering down at Natsume.
"It's alright."
Natsume flashed a reassuring smile. "I'm here."
Victini's ...
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On the way to the castle, aftershocks continued to rock the area.
Boulders tumbled down the hillside, shattering with a crack, as townsfolk scattered, watching the white beam of light shooting into the sky from atop higher ground.
The pillar of light surged from the cracked earth into the clouds, churning them into a swirling vortex that spread outward.
At the same time, the glowing barrier enveloping Eindoak Town splintered with fissures!
"This—this is the Light Sto...
2025-07-06 13:00:14 +0000 UTC
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BOOM!!
A torrential blast of water slammed into Emboar, hurling it against the barrier before it collapsed, its eyes spinning in defeat.
The spectators gulped in unison.
"That’s it? It’s over already?"
"I heard Natsume-sensei just say ‘Use Water Gun’—and that was it."
Emboar’s trainer had initially considered forfeiting, but then realized this was a rare chance to learn. Gritting his teeth, he sent out his next Pokémon—Bisharp.
Natsume recall...
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July 13th, Tuesday
The night at the Pokémon Center passed without incident.
As thanks for their stay, Natsume prepared a lavish breakfast and invited Nurse Joy and Audino to join them.
Judging by Nurse Joy’s flushed cheeks, shaky breathing, and trembling hands as she held her spoon…
Today’s medicine (crossed out)… today’s Berries were still exceptionally fresh.
Amid Nurse Joy’s farewell of “Thanks for the meal!”
Natsume and Ash—who carrie...
2025-07-06 00:00:05 +0000 UTC
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Since Meloetta had chosen to continue traveling with Natsume.
Karus had no intention of forcing it to return.
After all, Meloetta possessed the ability to hear heartsongs—if Natsume hadn't earned its trust, it would never have grown so close to him.
For the Karus tribe, focusing solely on guarding the undersea temple would make their duties much simpler.
As for Natsume? He'd just gained another permanent resident at his café.
Darkrai's Pokéblock bill for savi...
2025-07-05 13:21:06 +0000 UTC
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With Colress having escaped with Kyurem, the top priority was confirming the status of the two imprisoned dragons' stones.
According to Mayor Drayden:
The Dark Stone imprisoning Zekrom was located at Dragonspiral Tower near Icirrus City.
The Light Stone sealing Reshiram rested at Sword of the Vale, hundreds of miles away.
Between these towers lay the ancient battlefield where Unova's twin heroes had once clashed.
Drayden contacted Champion Alder to investigate Dr...
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The full moon hung high.
Many witnesses in Opelucid City were still reeling from the spectacle they'd just seen.
A colossal battleship, wreathed in explosions and flames, plummeting from the sky—only to be slowed by Mega Gengar's blue-hued Gravity, before Darkrai tore open black holes and swallowed the entire warship whole!
Man recounted the scene to his young daughter, who giggled and kicked her legs on the sofa, no longer sleepy.
"Daddy, are you a Trainer too?" Her...
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Snowflakes drifted over Opelucid City, half the metropolis frozen solid by the bitter cold.
Above the ice-sculpted buildings, under the glow of lights piercing the snowy night, two massive battleships loomed in the sky.
The Plasma Frigate and Team Rocket’s battleship.
Engines roared, propellers thrummed—the pale blue battleship and the black-and-gold one stood in tense opposition.
Both Team Plasma and Team Rocket, along with the International Police, stared up at t...
2025-07-04 10:49:12 +0000 UTC
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Night had fallen.
The towering skyscrapers of Opelucid City pierced the sky, while a massive full moon loomed overhead, its meteorite craters clearly visible.
Natsume stepped out of Opelucid City Airport, greeted by a desolate night wind. The streets were nearly empty of tourists.
"Did everyone already go to sleep?" Ash scratched his head.
"Opelucid City has implemented a curfew recently," Cynthia explained. "Likely to prepare for potential Team Plasma threats."
...
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The two days spent in Undella Town were peaceful and relaxing.
Several amusing incidents occurred during that time.
For instance, Iris's newly caught Dragonite threw a tantrum while Natsume and Cynthia were out shopping—until Sylveon taught it some manners with a well-placed Giga Impact, after which it became much more obedient.
Then there was Gengar, who sought Meloetta's advice on singing techniques—
According to Great Detective Rotom's later account, the little ...
2025-07-03 09:30:01 +0000 UTC
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July 6th, Tuesday, early morning.
A flight cut through the night sky, its red lights blinking intermittently.
The luxurious cabin accommodated only four passengers, with ample space for Pokémon to stretch out.
Ash had reclined his seat into a soft "bed," snoring loudly with Pikachu curled against him.
Iris was also fast asleep, hugging Axew while mumbling:
"Drayden... Dragon Envoy..."
"Arcanine~" Arcanine lay sprawled on the floor, tail wagging gently in d...
2025-07-03 06:59:16 +0000 UTC
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A bench in Virbank City's plaza.
Natsume remained deep in thought, still wondering why he had to run into Ash.
The fountain glittered under the sunlight, water arcing into a rainbow. Togepi, Axew, and Pikachu lined up along the fountain’s edge, tiptoeing to keep their balance.
Gengar made faces at the water, its tongue lolling, while the mirror-like surface reflected Darkrai's exasperated expression.
Ash, licking his ice cream, turned to Cynthia. "Honestly, I was pre...
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Virbank City was an industrial port town, its skyline dotted with smokestacks and vibrant graffiti.
Though shrouded in haze, the city buzzed with energy. Movie theaters, studios, and concert halls thrived here.
It was especially famous for its "Beartic Ice Cream."
Natsume mused that it probably had the same status-healing effects as "Castelia Ice Cream."
Summer sunlight glittered on the ocean, white ships docked at the port, and Wingulls wheeled overhead.
Natsume...
2025-07-02 11:15:23 +0000 UTC
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Less than a day since meeting N, and the melancholic youth had already left a profound impression on Natsume.
Gentle, kind-hearted, yearning for companionship - striving to change the world yet trapped within it.
Ghetsis called N "a heartless monster," yet N understood humans and Pokémon better than anyone.
After glimpsing the world's harsh truths, he still chose to love it. That was heroism in its purest form.
"N will likely awaken the Dragon of Ideals, Zekrom," Nats...
2025-07-02 09:12:14 +0000 UTC
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Mistralton City in the Unova region was famous for its airport. The expansive runways and thriving air cargo industry made it a hub of activity.
The city's Flying-type Gym Leader, Skyla, was also a pilot who operated a cargo plane.
When she heard Natsume-sensei was heading to Opelucid City, Skyla invited him to travel aboard her aircraft.
However, considering Skyla needed to attend to Gym challenges, Natsume opted for a nearby flight—one that would reach Opelucid City in j...
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Unova Region – Opelucid City Outskirts, Wilderness
A full day had passed since receiving the "Mentor’s" orders.
The bushes rustled as three sneaky figures pushed through the foliage, stacking their heads one atop the other as they crouched low, binoculars in hand.
Meowth pressed down Jessie’s long red hair, standing on her head to adjust his binoculars and mutter,
"Da Executive told us ta investigate dat guy called N… He oughta be right over dere, meow~"
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2025-07-01 13:31:06 +0000 UTC
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Natsume stared at the two gleaming badges in his palm, his expression turning peculiar.
Just when I was getting sentimental, you hit me with this?
Glancing in the direction Delibird had gone, Natsume resolved to give it a couple of good forehead flicks once it started working at the café.
"Wait, this isn’t Delibird’s fault…"
Pondering, Natsume pulled out the notebook he always carried and flipped through its thick pages. Between the lines, every inch seemed to s...
2025-07-01 08:57:15 +0000 UTC
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Natsume browsed the herb shop's display cases, examining various medicinal products.
Unlike Eterna City's apothecary, Kalos' herb shops were bright, spacious, and distinctly modern.
"These traditional medicines require prescriptions. While fast-acting, they significantly reduce Pokémon's Friendship," the clerk explained.
"No worries. My team's Friendship actually increases with this stuff," Natsume remarked casually.
The clerk blinked. The customer didn'...
2025-07-01 08:55:44 +0000 UTC
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