Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 311 The Four Heavenly Kings' Sales Experience
"Interesting, a legendary herb!"

The Pokémon All-Around Competition is a special sporting event that has appeared in the games and special episodes, equivalent to the Olympics in the Pokémon world.

Gin, one of the Pokédex holders, participated in this competition during the Kanto Ruins arc and won all the medals. He even defeated Shiba, one of the Kanto Elite Four, in a sporting event!

"I remember that the origin of this tournament is said to be that an ancient hero from the Johto region, with three Pokémon, was guided by an entity that resembled Arceus. They overcame ten difficulties and found Celebi at the end of the world, where they obtained a legendary medicine that could cure all diseases and injuries."

Lightmoss recalls the setting of the All-Around Competition.

"To commemorate the friendship between humans and three Pokémon overcoming obstacles, this competition has been passed down as a tradition and has become a mega-event like the Olympic Games."

It is indeed a competition from mythology.

The P1 Fighting Tournament is a Fighting-type tournament in the Pokémon anime world, bringing together fighting experts from various regions. However, it seems that Pokémon that are not Fighting-type can also participate; at least the Rock type is not restricted.
As for the Pokémon Tekken Tournament
"Wait, isn't this a martial arts tournament in the Ironclad region?"

Guangtai asked Lianwu with a puzzled look.

Could there be regions of solid iron in this world?!
"Oh, that's true!" Lian Wu smiled.
"The Ironclad region is an extremely remote area from us. The alliance there is isolated from the world and hardly participates in any events outside of tourism. There is a popular event there called 'Ironclad Battle,' which is actually the Iron Fist Championship, also known as the Martial Arts League."

"It is said that the Ironclad region also pushed for this merger of events as a way to promote the Pokémon Tournament, but the Indigo League is the main driving force. In any case, this is an extremely rare martial arts event for fighters around the world."

"It can be called the world's number one martial arts tournament."

Guangtai was dumbfounded.

It's not uncommon for combat sports to include matches in competitive sports events.
However, generally speaking, martial arts is not considered an official event in large-scale competitive sports events. It is usually held as a separate large-scale event and is not integrated with other competitive sports.

"When martial artists spar and compete with each other, they are generally not interested in the prize money, but rather in verifying their own martial arts skills and fighting techniques."

"Hey! I've never heard you mention anything this interesting before!" Wanlong pushed up her glasses, quite curious.

Lian Wu said helplessly, "You're not a fighter, so it's no use talking to you. Besides, Ghost Pokémon are banned from participating in competitions."

Wanlong: "?"

Attribution discrimination?
Feng Lu chuckled: "Haha, it's probably because Fighting moves can't hit Ghost-type Pokémon, which is why Ghost Pokémon are restricted. But if there's a Ghost/Fighting type Pokémon, could it participate?"

Kiku-sama was also curious: "But... there shouldn't be that kind of Pokémon, right?"

Lian Wu listened to their conversation and muttered to himself.

That's hard to say!

Kiku-sama: "Speaking of which, this Pokémon Iron Fist Tournament sounds pretty impressive. Also, I heard that some events in the All-Around Competition require trainers to participate as well?"

"So, you fighters aren't going to be participating in Mortal Kombat in this new tournament that combines arena battles and P1, are you?"

Just imagining that scene is already incredibly exaggerated!
"Hey, this has nothing to do with Pokémon battles anymore, does it?"

Why did the art style suddenly turn into a fighting game?
It wasn't just Boss Ju who wanted to complain; Guangtai thought the same thing too, judging from Fenglu and Wanlong's expressions.

"Exchanging blows with Pokémon through physical combat is an important part of a fighter's training, and fighting matches are the perfect opportunity to prove this."

Lian Wu crossed his arms and said, "I heard from Mr. Mash of Galar that when Pokémon battles were not as well-developed, there were indeed tournaments where fighters could challenge Pokémon, or even compete alongside Pokémon. Many martial arts techniques were developed during that time."

"Fighting techniques themselves are a fighting style that humans developed and refined from the fighting patterns of Pokémon in order to combat dangerous wild Pokémon."

"However, considering the importance of this event, it is unlikely that trainers will be allowed to participate in battles."

"Otherwise, an elderly master like Mr. Ma Shide would be at a great disadvantage when fighting against a young man."

Kiku stroked his chin: "Ha! The old man from the Armor Island Martial Arts School, I heard of his great name when I was young! It is said that he is a super master who has not been defeated for more than ten years! Moreover, there are rumors that his strength has become even more refined in his old age. Lianwu, you really can't underestimate him."

Lian Wu lowered his head and said humbly, "Not at all, my strength is still far from sufficient. First, I need to defeat Shiba of Kanto."

Then he looked at the moss:

"So, are you planning to participate?"

Lightmoss nodded: "I am indeed very interested in the legendary herbs." Although she only knew one Celebi, that guy went on a time-travel trip and she didn't know when she would see him again.

Finding rare plants is also one of his travel goals, and of course, it's also the goal of the Pokémon.

Upon hearing this news, the Pokémon seemed to perk up their ears. Miss Skirt was getting restless, while Riolu looked quite interested.

One of the most important steps in training is to test your skills in battle.

But what I care about most is the earth turtle.

When the turtle heard about the legendary herb, its eyes lit up, but then it realized it had no chance of participating in the competition and became quite disappointed.

But thinking about it carefully, maybe I could participate in other sports? As long as I win a championship in one of them, that would be great, wouldn't it?
However, the Swordsman was even more disappointed.

Huh? Ghost attribute isn't allowed to participate in fighting tournaments?

How could there be such an outrageous rule!
We were hoping to use our Ghost Resistance to show off a bit! What a waste of learning the Holy Sword skill!

Lian Wu: "Your Pokémon seem quite interested too. Riolu, and there's another one that should also be a Fighting-type, right?"

"Hmm, it seems we've talked a bit too much! As for the secret to expressing my gratitude, I think I'll save it for when you arrive at the Pokémon League."

"Arriving at the Pokémon League? No, I didn't intend to challenge the League."

Guangtai waved his hand. He collected badges only to increase his strength and gain special knowledge, but challenging the Four Heavenly Kings wouldn't yield anything.

In addition to increasing the growth experience of emerging forces?
While this is good, challenging the Four Heavenly Kings is quite troublesome.

The proper way to challenge is to participate in the local league tournament and win the championship. Only after winning against all four local champions can you challenge the current champion.

Moreover, I am not a trainer who focuses on battles; fighting is merely a means to achieve my goals.

There's absolutely no need to challenge the league; they can just arrange a fight in private!
"Huh?" Kiku's expression was taken aback: "Although I know you seem to have some kind of job, after you got my Wind and Dew badge, you only have two left, right? You're just one step away from joining the Pokémon League!"

"You don't think attending the conference is too much trouble, do you?"

Lightmoy: "That's what I was thinking. Besides, I'm not a registered trainer, and I don't have a trainer card, because my main job is a craftsman."

Kiku-sama: "Unregistered trainers can just register! Ah, you're only challenging gyms out of interest?!"

"There are also people who can directly challenge the Four Heavenly Kings without going through the challenge tournament. For example, one of the current Four Heavenly Kings, Cattleya. See, am I right, Wanlong?"

“Ah, indeed.” Wanlong pressed her fingers to her cheek, pretending to recall: “However, Cattleya’s challenge to the current Four Heavenly Kings was a rather special one.”

"If the shopkeeper finds it troublesome, he can also issue a solo challenge to one of the Elite Four. If you win, you will become the new Elite Four of the Unova region! That guy named Denji said he wanted to challenge me. If he wins, he will become the Electric-type Elite Four here. However, he is the Gym Leader, so he has the privilege of challenging others."

"Becoming one of the Four Heavenly Kings would make things much easier, like promoting products and selling goods!"

Wanlong did offer an interesting suggestion: "I often use my status as one of the Four Heavenly Kings to sell autographed novels!"

"I think I've thought of a certain unusual character." Feng Lu was a little embarrassed: "Isn't there someone similar to this in the Galar region across the sea?"

"But isn't there still that? Even if you don't participate in the tournament, as long as you clear the Champion's Path, you can directly challenge the Four Heavenly Kings and the Champion, right?"

Feng Lu raised a finger: "Each region has a special location, the Champion Road! A large number of elite trainers and powerful and fierce wild Pokémon reside there. Anyone who can pass through the Champion Road is a powerful trainer!"

"The tournament is open to everyone, but only those with the ability can participate in the championship! Therefore..."

Feng Lu smiled and said, "No matter what, let's have a match first to confirm the shopkeeper's strength!"

"Oh! Let's draw lots then!" Wanlong pulled out a small piece of paper from somewhere and waved it excitedly:

"In a two-on-two doubles battle, each player can use one Pokémon!"

(End of this chapter)