"There's no concrete evidence yet that N is Team Plasma's 'king,' but his influence in Unova is growing."
The aged detective stroked his chin with a frown. "I'm worried this might lead to another 'new world' incident..."
Receiving no response, 'Handsome' glanced at his lost-in-thought superior and tentatively asked:
"Sir? Consultant Natsume?"
Snapping back to reality, Natsume studied the old man. "Does your Unova mission fall under my jurisdiction?"
"Technically,...
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June 30, Wednesday.
Lumiose City, Pokémon Café.
Natsume stood in the garden, arms crossed with one hand against his chin, watching the rambunctious Pupitar.
"Pupitar!!"
Pupitar’s cocoon-like body had mask-like spikes protruding near its eyes, with stubby feet peeking out from its armored shell.
Right now, it was hopping around the sandpit, kicking up clouds of dust that settled over the entire garden like a thin blanket.
In the hologra...
2025-06-30 09:52:52 +0000 UTC
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Accept the Iceberg Badge?
Natsume blinked in surprise.
Old Man Wulfric gazed warmly at Pupitar, grinning:
"Evolution is a monumental moment in a Pokémon's life. Evolving to achieve victory deserves proper commemoration."
"I've always admired trainers and Pokémon striving together."
The broad-shouldered white-haired elder smiled at Pupitar: "Don't push yourself too hard now, little one."
"Pupitar..." Pupitar's masked eyes flickered shyly beneath its armore...
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The howling blizzard raged across the battlefield.
Wulfric clenched the Key Stone pendant in his hand, its rainbow light bursting over Abomasnow's massive form as the icy winds intensified!
"Abomasnow, Mega Evolve!"
The buds on Abomasnow's back cracked and expanded into enormous ice pillars, its fur sharpening into icicles. A rainbow Mega symbol glowed on its forehead as it unleashed a thunderous roar amidst the blizzard!
"Abomasnow!!"
Mega Abomasnow's Ability—...
2025-06-30 00:00:08 +0000 UTC
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Wulfric, the Ice-type Gym Leader from Pokémon XY, was a tough yet warm-hearted old man - Kalos's eighth and strongest Gym Leader.
Wulfric specialized in hail strategies, with his Abomasnow serving as the core of his "hail team." Mastering Mega Evolution, his Mega Abomasnow became the absolute centerpiece of this strategy.
During Ash's journey through Kalos, he struggled immensely against Wulfric. Not only did Greninja lose to Abomasnow, but Ash himself nearly fell into despair.
2025-06-29 12:30:01 +0000 UTC
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As sunset painted the sky, the first day of Battle Castle's ranked matches concluded.
Newly-titled nobles strolled through the castle halls, still buzzing about the battles.
"That Larvitar's Earthquake one-shot Leader Grant's Tyrantrum!"
"Well, it is Natsume-sensei's Larvitar..."
"His training methods are legendary."
Golden light gilded the castle walls while fountains shimmered, waitstaff gliding through arched corridors.
On a second-floor balcony overlook...
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"Tyrantrum!!"
Tyrantrum resembled a massive dark-red tyrannosaur, its body covered in orange rock protrusions with gray fur around its neck. Its powerful jaw bristled with sharp fangs, supported by muscular hind legs and comically short forelimbs.
"Tyrantrum evolves from Jaw Fossil-revived Amaura," Viola explained softly. "They were said to rule the land millions of years ago."
Rotom Dex floated beside Natsume, announcing:
"Beep... Tyrantrum's jaw strength can shred st...
2025-06-29 00:00:05 +0000 UTC
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The blonde girl before them wore a helmet and protective gear, gliding over smoothly on rollerblades. Her single ponytail swayed behind her as she flashed a bright, cheerful smile.
"Yo, Master!"
Korrina skidded to a stop before Natsume and Viola, grinning widely:
"Long time no see!"
Natsume nodded. "Last time was at Kanto's P1 Grand Prix."
"Bea ended up winning the championship in the end."
Korrina's eyes burned with competitive spirit as she recalled the t...
2025-06-28 09:00:08 +0000 UTC
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Sunday, June 27th.
Natsume decided to head toward Route 7’s Battle Castle, stopping along the way to set up camp.
Clear streams murmured softly, their surfaces glistening under the sunlight.
Natsume rolled up his pants and picked up a smooth river stone, squinting as he skipped it across the water.
Plink, plink, plink—
“Togepi doo-ee~”
Togepi stood by the riverbank, wide-eyed, looking utterly amazed.
Natsume chuckled. “You can try it too.”...
2025-06-28 05:36:09 +0000 UTC
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The next day.
"Natsume-sensei Teaches Battling 017: Sandstorm Team" topped the daily trending charts.
This was Natsume-sensei’s first livestream since his "brutal sweep" through the Champion League—and also the first time Cynthia appeared as a guest commentator.
"Missing person finally returns!"
"Who are you, and why are you on my follow list?"
"NATSUME-SENSEI ACTUALLY UPLOADED?!"
Every day, fans would check the rankings, hoping to find Natsume-sensei...
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"Tyranitar!!"
Tyranitar threw back its head and bellowed, its gray-green armor bristling with spikes as yellow sand swirled violently through the arena.
The sandstorm raged, obscuring vision, yet Tyranitar's overwhelming presence remained undeniable.
The undisputed core of Sandstorm teams—while other weather strategies rotated their setters, Sandstorm had only one true monarch.
Natsume shouted: "BANGIRAS!"
"Headphone users just got obliterated."
"Why so l...
2025-06-27 10:46:08 +0000 UTC
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The news of Natsume’s return to streaming slowly spread, with fans eagerly sharing the announcement. The forums were buzzing with excitement.
"On this day, That Man finally remembered his account password."
"He’s not doing a Baby Cup but a tutorial match? My youth is back!"
"Oh no, tonight’s stream is gonna be a comedy duo act!"
On the surface, it was just a normal livestream announcement.
But the fans had already picked up on a faint, unmistakable scent—...
2025-06-27 06:12:58 +0000 UTC
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Friday, June 25th
Nearly a week had passed since Natsume arrived in Kalos.
If Alain and his Water Absorb Charizard counted as the first guests, Bonnie and Clemont were undoubtedly the second pair.
As for the "Kalos Region" mission issued by the System, Natsume decided to put it out of his mind for now.
The scorching summer heat lingered.
Cool air whispered through the café, now fully renovated and radiating a cozy, serene atmosphere.
White wooden tables we...
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"Brother, are you sure this is the right place?"
"It shouldn't be wrong."
"But..." Bonnie pointed at the "Under Construction" sign, tilting her head. "This place is still being renovated."
"Gengar! (~ ̄▽ ̄)~"
Clemont adjusted his backpack, watching as Gengar floated straight inside. He nodded.
"This is it."
Seizing the opportunity after Gengar's impromptu Gym challenge, the siblings decided to visit the famed Natsume-sensei.
Following Gengar's...
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"Larvitar… (í_ì)"
The now sober Larvitar hung its head low, the picture of perfect repentance. Behind it, the garden lay in complete devastation.
Behind it, the garden lay in ruins.
Conkeldurr bellowed work chants while the Renovation Captain from Kalos twirled his mustache, supervising with a serious expression.
Natsume crossed his arms, noticing Larvitar sneak a glance upward before quickly bowing its head again.
"Togepi doo-ee! (`▽`)" Togepi trotted ...
2025-06-26 07:00:06 +0000 UTC
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It was midsummer, and the heat was sweltering.
Natsume opted not to ride Arcanine and instead pedaled leisurely down the street on his Rotom Bike.
The Professor Sycamore Research Institute, located on the same Southern Street as his café, stood as one of the most prominent buildings in the area.
Due to its location in Lumiose City, the institute's backyard was relatively cramped—nowhere near as spacious as Professor Oak's sprawling grounds.
"Guess I can't borrow the...
2025-06-26 05:38:56 +0000 UTC
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Night was deepening.
On his first day in Kalos, Natsume inspected the café and even participated in an exhibition match against a Water Absorb Charizard.
Like how Cynthia loves ice cream, Steven is obsessed with mining, and Leon... well, Leon's busy taking endorsement deals.
Returning to the house in the backyard,
Blastoise's aquarium was already set up. Blastoise was inside, withdrawn, blowing bubbles while recovering.
"Blastoise..."
Taking two Dragon Cla...
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Alain raised his right arm, left hand sweeping past the rainbow-glowing Key Stone on his wristband. With that supremely chuunibyou declaration, a shockwave blasted outward as brilliant evolution light erupted through the garden.
Natsume squinted at Alain's dramatic pose. No wonder Ash picked up so many flashy battle gestures later—he definitely learned from this guy.
Whoosh—
The Evolutionary Stone around Charizard's neck erupted with radiant light, linking to the Key Sto...
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When Alain stepped into the café, his footsteps faltered for just a moment.
He had visited the original Café Soleil—its style lavish, with sunlight streaming through stained glass, casting a soft glow over every piece of furniture. Some even claimed to have spotted the movie star Diantha there.
But this café was entirely different. Its atmosphere left a single, immediate impression—
Cute.
A cozy warmth that instantly put visitors at ease. The space was open and ...
2025-06-25 07:00:06 +0000 UTC
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『The Kalosian heartland stretches outward from Lumiose City—a vast plain of dense forests and winding rivers, where walled towns nestle between ancient castles.』
Natsume flipped through the travel guide as the plane shuddered slightly. In the window's reflection, Togepi stood tiptoed against the glass.
Sunlight streamed through scattered clouds as they descended over Kalos' emerald-green landscape.
Closing the handbook, Natsume scooped the wriggling Togepi onto his lap...
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June 12th, Saturday.
A gentle night. The wine-dark sky glittered with stars.
Palm trees rustled in the breeze, their fronds whispering.
Natsume lay on the balcony’s wicker chair, eyes closed, sensing the Power of One.
He saw it—bright white threads connecting him to Darkrai, and to the little ones playing in the yard.
Each bond had its own texture, its own neighborhood of emotion.
Inside, Cynthia pored over mythological texts, Her Pokémon are also beco...
2025-06-25 00:00:06 +0000 UTC
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Delibird gave Natsume-sensei a puzzled look.
Switching jobs? It didn’t mind—it was just earning some extra snacks anyway.
But even it didn’t know what else it could do besides delivering packages.
"Just a change of workplace."
Natsume smiled. "I’ll submit a request to your company."
These Pokémon working for humans weren’t technically caught.
In Sandgem Town, this quiet little countryside town, Pokémon and humans were part...
2025-06-24 07:27:23 +0000 UTC
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Three days had passed since the conclusion of the Champion League.
Ash had arrived in the Unova region, embarking on his "five leagues, zero championships" career starting with the upcoming Vertress Conference.
Each regional league operated on different schedules.
While the Vertress Conference would commence in four months, the Lumiose Conference wasn't until early next year.
Meaning whenever Ash lost one tournament—
He could simply pack up and proceed to lose ...
2025-06-24 05:46:40 +0000 UTC
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Kalos, Lumiose City.
Augustine Sycamore Research Institute.
In the lush gardens, a young man in a black jacket with a blue neck accessory walked along the corridor, followed by a Charizard with its tail flame burning brightly. The Charizard wore a distinctive Mega Evolution device around its neck, with a Mega Stone gleaming at its center.
Professor Sycamore, one hand in the pocket of his white coat and the other stroking his stubble, brightened upon seeing the young man and ...
2025-06-24 04:57:26 +0000 UTC
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June 8th, Tuesday.
Two days had passed since the conclusion of the Champion League.
The tale of Natsume shutting out Sinnoh's strongest Elite Four and confessing to the Champion was still the talk of the town.
What shocked the spectators most was the revelation that the two Champions had already been in a relationship, choosing this moment to make it official.
The day's trending topics were dominated by the news.
"I approve of this marriage!"
"Who could res...
2025-06-24 00:00:05 +0000 UTC
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Boom! Boom!
Vibrant fireworks still illuminated the arena sky as deafening cheers celebrated the Champion League victor.
The jumbotron displayed the black-haired young man's unwavering smile while his Gengar floated beside him, stretching its mouth wide and waggling its tongue at the screen. "ReoReo~"
The crowd erupted in good-natured laughter.
"Bro! Natsume-sensei's flexing hard!"
"Since when does your Gengar have Levitate?!"
"Is he aiming for the Sinnoh C...
2025-06-23 07:00:07 +0000 UTC
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Brilliant evolution light erupted across the arena.
Gengar stuck out its tongue, a shimmering evolutionary stone resting on the tip, its grin stretching wide.
"Gengar~ヽ(≧▽≦)ノ"
Dazzling white light engulfed Gengar, a shockwave rippling outward, making Mega Gallade’s cape flutter.
The audience gasped in shock and disbelief.
"Here it comes—Gengar’s Mega Evolution!"
"Natsume-sensei’s Gengar has mastered Mega Evolution too?!"
"Th...
2025-06-23 05:19:54 +0000 UTC
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"Elite Four Lucian's Espeon is unable to battle—"
The commentator's booming voice echoed through the arena.
"The score is now 1:0!"
The Eeveelution showdown had concluded with Sylveon's glorious victory.
The crowd's cheers and applause showered the battlefield.
"That's Pixilate for you!"
"Sylveon in a hurry? More like Sylveon in a fury!"
"All hail Sylveon-sister—!"
Sylveon's Pixilate ability converted Normal-type moves into Fairy-type while ...
2025-06-23 00:00:07 +0000 UTC
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Sunlight bathed the arena.
The deafening cheers from spectators in all directions shook the stadium.
On the massive screens overhead, four Poké Balls lit up beneath Natsume and Lucian's names.
The Champion League followed a 6-pick-4 single battle format with move restrictions, making strategic choices crucial.
Lucian's burgundy suit gleamed under the sun. Left hand holding a book against his chest, right hand adjusting his lavender glasses, he fought to steady his ris...
2025-06-22 05:10:47 +0000 UTC
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The match against Lucian was scheduled for tomorrow morning.
Until then, training and slacking off continued as usual.
Natsume lounged on the sofa, flipping through one of Shauntal's novels to pass the time.
Snow-white Sylveon perched beside him, summer drowsiness gradually taking hold as its azure eyes narrowed slightly: "Sylveon..."
Holding the book with one hand, Natsume's eyes scanned the pages while his free hand absently rubbed Sylveon's pink ears. He read aloud ...
2025-06-22 02:19:21 +0000 UTC
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