Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 271 Physical Wrestling in the Enchanted Forest

“Look, that’s the tree I was talking about.”

In Guangtai's memory, the most prominent feature of the Enchanted Forest was a hollow tree stump covered with moss at the entrance. However, although that thing had its own characteristics, it was not a particularly good material. At this moment, the backpacker led Guangtai to a place where many tall trees intertwined.

It is located in the eastern part of the Enchanted Forest.

This is a quiet, hidden cave.

[Celebration Quest: The Mystical Hidden Cave.]

[Description: Discover the source of this unique power! Although the hallucinogenic nature of the Enchanted Forest originates from Zoroark, this small forest, though not particularly vast, seems to possess mysterious natural forces.]

[Rewards: Released Jade x1, Enchanted Forest Badge x1, Sound of Plants x1, Enchanted Branch x1.]

Since the Tree of Connection has issued a mission, it proves that this forest does indeed possess power that can be utilized.

"It is indeed excellent wood. Of course, lend me some."

Sunlight emanated from the moss-covered hands, simultaneously mobilizing "the power of nature."

Natural plants provide guidance and direction at crucial moments, offering unique assistance in nature and occasionally yielding fruit.

The backpackers watching the power of the light moss were stunned until suddenly the sound of a branch breaking came, but they couldn't see where the broken branch was. In the distance, deep in the tree cave, a piece of wood that was shimmering with light was placed on the ground.

"this?!"

The backpacker stared wide-eyed, unable to believe what he was seeing!

This little forest seemed to come alive. Could it be that it was communicating with that human just now?
If that's the case, then this human is very strange! Really very strange, isn't he!
Guangtai picked up the wood and gestured briefly, indicating that it could definitely be used to make a ukulele. This is actually a rare instrument, which looks similar to a guitar or bass. Non-musicians can't tell the difference, just like many people call a bass a "somewhat strange guitar".

Then, the Silver inspection mirror was put back on his head.

Hmm. This time it wasn't as smooth as before. The Silver Observation Mirror could only see some strange ripples, but it couldn't observe the Dream Rift.

After all, even if your Silver Corporation has some green skin genes, you can't block the path for other subsequent technological creations!

Finding the Rift of Dreams is the job of the Pokémon AR Searcher!

Those who are not professional mechanics should not offer their opinions!
The stylos could only summon Torterra and Riolu. Like everyone else, when the backpacker saw Torterra and Riolu, its Pokémon instincts told it that these two Pokémon were very strange and unusual!
This piqued the backpacker's curiosity, and he observed the two Pokémon with great interest. When the moss looked at it, seemingly to hide his interest, the backpacker casually remarked:

"Don't let my appearance fool you, I'm actually a Pokémon observer too!"

Pokémon observers are a profession that appears in the anime. Well-known examples include Professor Oak and Tracey. They know how to observe Pokémon from the right place and are dedicated to studying Pokémon's lifestyles, habits, and interactions. They travel the world to find all kinds of Pokémon in order to observe and study their personalities and characteristics.

For Pokémon research, observers' records are invaluable and useful because they often travel the world and encounter many Pokémon that are difficult for ordinary people to see, and they record them.

The backpacker began sketching Torterra and Riolu, genuinely intrigued by these two Pokémon companions. Meanwhile, Lightmoss thought to herself, "This Zoroark disguised as a human is quite curious."

No wonder they looked down on the Zoroark mother and son in the forest.

Isn't it better to actively go out and experience the world than to passively retreat into seclusion? Yes, travel is a good thing; as the saying goes, offense is the best defense.

With the help of Torterra and Riolu, the dream gap quickly appeared before the Lightmoss's eyes, where hazy dream clouds dissipated, symbolizing the dream of the Enchanted Forest.

Dark clouds seeped out from fingertips, gradually engulfing the dream clouds. Perhaps because the forest was smaller, the Enchanted Forest awakened much faster than the Cornerwood Forest!

A smaller forest seal stone faintly appears, and just like in the Cornerwood Forest, when the secrets of the forest are revealed in the real world, the Pokémon that protect the secrets will also appear!

A huge creature fell with a thud from the crack in the dream, startling the backpacker!
What a commotion! I almost revealed my true form!

The backpacker was internally complaining, but when he looked closely, he realized that the guy in front of him was...!

A pink Heracross!

Its defining characteristic is overconfidence!

This is a female Heracross, which can be identified by the shape of its horns. Its eyes suddenly turned to the light moss, ignoring the backpacker behind it, and then the sunlight from the light moss directly hit its face.

Sunlight has no hostility whatsoever; on the contrary, it has the power to soothe the hearts of people and Pokémon, slightly reducing hostility. At the same time, Moss also has the ability to be friends with insects. Although it doesn't work on these shiny Pokémon that leap out of the Dream Rift, at least it can communicate with them normally, so that they don't have to fight each other when they meet.

Similarly, blue crystals also have the power to soothe the mind, but generally they only light up when there is a warning; this time is an exception.

"Hera?"

Heracross had originally intended to come out and fight, but now he was inexplicably somewhat disinterested. However, when Lightmoss pointed to the Forest Sealing Stone, Heracross still guarded the stone warily.

"What is that stone, no, that stone slab?"

The backpacker was astonished. The stone slab was indistinct, seemingly both real and an illusion. He rubbed his eyes, having never seen anything so strange in all his years wandering through the forest.

"The sealing stones of the forest, also known as the dreams of the forest, are the secrets of the forest, containing incredible power, and are usually not seen by people."

Lightmoss doesn't mind sharing this secret with the backpacker, because the backpacker's true form is a Zoroark, which isn't human at all. There's no need to worry about it spreading rumors. In fact, it's too busy keeping these secrets about the forest to itself.

The backpacker became very interested: "Generally speaking, does that mean you're the unusual thing?"

“That’s right, defeating the guardian of the sealing stone will grant you the forest’s bounty.” Lightmoss suddenly looked at the backpacker: “Would you like to give it a try?”

"Ah, but never mind!" The backpacker shook his head, worried about revealing his true form to the moss.

Lightmoss originally intended to resolve the matter peacefully, but it seems that even if the hostility of the guardian Pokémon is eliminated, the power of the stone cannot be easily obtained. Just as Lightmoss was about to send Torterra into battle, and Torterra was also thinking of doing so, Heracross suddenly pointed at Lightmoss.

"Hera Hera!"

Heracross ignored Torterra and Riolu, and instead made a few gestures towards Luminous.

I'm no longer interested in Pokémon battles, but if you want stones, come at me head-on!

However, you'll have to do it yourself!
"I?"

Lightmoss pointed at itself in surprise. So, the Pokémon wanted it to wrestle with it?!
Is this some kind of village rule?

Well, it's not like there aren't such people. Mayor Shaka of Odd-Dragon City wrestles with Haxorus, and Professor Kukui of Alola battles Incineroar. Fighting Gym Leaders in various regions also basically fight Fighting Pokémon with their bare hands, and are tough guys who can hit Pulse Missiles with their bare hands.

Guangtai felt that he could do it too, and his current physical fitness might even be a little stronger than that of the fighting gym owners.

After all, Land Cloud had already taken a punch!

"Okay! I'll go!"

Lightmoss accepted Heracross's invitation, and while Heracross appeared somewhat dazed, he was secretly overjoyed, a smug smile playing on his lips, which the backpacker caught perfectly.

Ha! Foolish humans!
Everyone says I'm stupid, but actually I'm incredibly clever!
How could a human possibly compete with a Pokémon in strength, especially since I am a Pokémon known for its strength!
The human in front of me seems to be the kind of person who follows the rules quite well; these are the easiest people to bully.

“I think this Heracross is thinking about something rude.” The backpacker rubbed his chin, looking suspicious. Heracross suddenly stood up straight, staring straight ahead to avoid eye contact with the backpacker.

Backpacker: "Hey! It won't even make eye contact with me! It's definitely hiding something!"

Guangtai chuckled: "It's okay. Maybe it thinks that if it defeats the trainer, it won't have to battle Pokémon anymore. But that's not bad either. Trainers need to warm up by battling Pokémon sometimes. I've heard that there are people like that in many places."

Backpacker: "Now that you mention it, it does seem true. No, you're not one of those monsters who wrestles with Pokémon, are you?"

"But this is Heracross! It's incredibly strong, and it can even use its horns to lift you up and fling you away at crucial moments. If you fall from the sky, you'll break your bones!"

"It's okay, it's okay!" Lightmoss stretched her body, while Torterra and Riolu turned into bloodthirsty spectators, cheering her on from behind. Heracross was completely puzzled by this scene.

The Pokémon were just watching from the sidelines, while the trainers took to the field, and you guys weren't worried at all!

Hmph! This is the fragile bond between foolish humans and Pokémon; it's less about trust and more about stupidity!
Hercules thumped its chest, confident of victory in the contest. Then, as the breeze blew through the gaps in the forest cave, Hercules moved instantly!
Strike first! Watch my powerful push!

"This guy actually used a move secretly, that's so cheating!"

Even the backpacker Zoroark transformed into said so!

But when Heracross crashed into the moss, it felt like he had hit a wall!

Whoosh! Heracross felt incredulously the immense force coming from in front of him, a force that not only blocked his attack but was also gradually pushing him back!
Are you kidding me?! Are you even human?!
"What incredible strength! It's inhuman!"

The backpacker was utterly shocked and couldn't help but complain again, while Heracross completely agreed with the "fake man's" words.

Compared to the monster in front of them, the fake humans next to them looked more like people!

Oh no! At this rate, we're going to lose! Pokémon being defeated by human power? How could I have such a dream?

"Hera!"

Hercules sensed danger; its strength was no match for the human before it. Its eyes darted around as a plan came to mind!
Hmm! Now is the time to forget about martial ethics. I am a Pokémon, and my rules are the rules. I set the village rules!
Super Corner Strike!

Heracross lowered his body, and the large horns on his head shone with a powerful light!

Backpacker: "Watch out! This guy's using another attack!"

"Hera~! (Just let it go!)"

Hercules swung his horn violently, attempting to lift the moss off the ground and send it flying!
If the plan succeeds, all that matters is that I win!
Then suddenly he lifted it up!
Ugh! It stopped. Why?
Hercules opened its eyes wide, only to find itself seemingly bound by an invisible force, while the laughter of the Lightmoss rang in its ears!

"I'm a psychic, so if Pokémon use moves, isn't it natural for a psychic to use their psychic powers too!"

The restraint we just experienced was due to "supernatural power"!
Although the moss does not possess telekinesis, supernatural powers can sometimes achieve similar effects to telekinesis. In any case, both are intangible spiritual forces. With the amplification of ancient spiritual power, it can enhance mental control techniques. Although it takes a little more effort, it can achieve results similar to telekinetic control.

Of course, the controlled entity wants to speak out!
These are completely different!
Psychic only stops things, while psychic powers are used to attack. The invisible force puts pressure on Pokémon, which makes Heracross feel very uncomfortable. Then, it is suddenly pushed by Moss and lifted off the ground!

"Whoa! Whoa! Whoa!" Heracross was horrified! In its astonishment, it was lifted up by the moss and thrown away!

The outcome is decided!

"A human wrestled with a Pokémon, and the human won? You're a monster!"

The backpacker watched as Heracross was thrown and crashed to the ground, marveling at the strange human's physical abilities. He was not only a powerful fighter but also a superhuman!

There are so many strange people in the Unova region! Hmm, but the stranger someone is, the more trustworthy they are. Conversely, those who seem like good people might be in disguise. That's the deception of human society.

After throwing Heracross, Moss waved to its Pokémon, Riolu and Torterra cheered excitedly, while Heracross, who had been thrown, lay on the ground with its eyes wide open and its little mind blank.

Who am I? Where am I? What did I just do?
I lost, I lost, I lost—my mind is filled with these meaningless words!

Then it curled up in the corner, as if it had turned into ashes, even its color had turned faintly white, and a ding sound could be heard in the distance.
"Losing to humans has made it so frustrated," the backpacker complained.

After the Pokémon came over, the Lightmoss bent down and touched the Forest Seal Stone.

Forest stones cannot be taken out of the forest, so blessings can only be obtained from them. Although it's possible to craft stones and place them on a turtle's body.
[Obtain: The Blessing of the Enchanted Forest.]

[Description: The Forest Sealing Stone contains the power of the forest, the source of which is the power of VSTAR Heaven. Because you defeated the Forest Guardian, you have received the blessing of this power and can now gift it to a Pokémon that can receive the power of Heaven!]

Torterra has gained a special power: Evolution Suppression! Its suppression power is increased when facing unevolved Pokémon, causing additional damage.

The blessing of the forest is of course most suitable for the Earth-type Tortoise, and it also draws some power from the dream world. This power nourishes the small tree that connects to its back and makes the three white stones emit a hazy glow.

As for bestowing power upon Heaven, Tortoise truly lacks it. The sealing stone of the Arrowwood Forest did not grant Heaven's great power. Lightmoss tried to bestow this power upon Turtle, but found it didn't work.

The Earth-based Tortoise cannot accept the power from Heaven. Although the three stones on its back have been connected with the Guardian Stone, the power of Heaven is simply not enough. However, the benefits of the forest can be stacked infinitely.

This made the moss sigh.

It's all Arceus's fault for not giving Torterra a VSTAR card. But I vaguely remember Torterra having a special mode; looks like I won't get it for now.

(End of this chapter)