Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 343 Kyurem and the Holy Swordsman!
Reshiram's flames ripped through the sky, flying at high speed in the heated atmosphere, its turbine propulsion breaking through the sea of ​​clouds, and it traversed half of Unova in almost no time!
The distant mountains are clearly visible, sweeping across the skies above Shuanglong City once more. The waterfalls along Highway 11 stretch endlessly, and the village bridge spans the wide river. The sounds of musicians playing can be faintly heard.

The Village Sandwich at Village Bridge is also a unique snack in the United States. Compared to the famous but mediocre Fei Yun Ice Cream, the Village Sandwich has both rich flavor and a great reputation. However, it is only sold at Village Bridge, so it is impossible to find it in big cities.

Route 12 is a hilly area; crossing this hilly region leads to Kagome Town, a town steeped in Kyurem's dark history.

The Giant's Cave is nearby!

Amidst intense fire and light, Lightmoss, using the "pilot's vision" it gained from Wind Dew, located a strangely shaped mountain range.

The towering mountains resembled fissures in the earth, riddled with countless deep pits and depressions, like remnants left after being struck by a massive meteorite long ago. Within those pits lay even darker caves, difficult to spot.

Rashiram landed nearby, observing its surroundings and feeling a call from a place of shared origin.

"You sensed the Kyurem's call."

This is also the case in the special episode. The black and white dragons can sense Kyurem's approach, and Kyurem can also sense their positions because they are originally one entity and will feel each other as they get closer.

Rahiram inquired about the light moss.

Why have we come here seeking the Kyurem? To gain ancient knowledge?

Kyurem must also possess unique knowledge, but it has almost never passed that knowledge on to anyone. Moreover, it has almost forgotten the knowledge of itself and Zekrom, so how could Kyurem possibly remember those things?

"Well, actually, I didn't come here for knowledge. Speaking of which, if you and Zekrom represent alchemy, then I'm wondering if the knowledge Kyurem possesses is physics?"

This idea was somewhat far-fetched. The white dragon blinked its beautiful blue eyes, and even the knowledgeable creature was momentarily stunned.

Physics?
Bai Long looked confused and deep in thought.

"Ah, perhaps it would have been called natural philosophy or something in ancient times. The name would probably be different from the modern one."

"We're here mainly to take the exam."

Seeing the puzzled white dragon, Guangtai explained to her, "Didn't you say it in the dream? Or maybe you didn't?"

"Kyurem has never slept; it has always been here. By passing Kyurem's trials, one can become a recognized Holy Swordsman. So, in this sense, isn't the so-called Holy Swordsman just a 'vain hero'?"

Lightmoss and White Dragon entered the depths of Giant's Cave, descending from the sky just like when the Plasma Destroyer arrives in the game. The surrounding ancient forest was slightly distorted, and various space Pokémon hiding in the mountains peeked out.

Clefairy, Sunrock, Moonstone, and even Metallica and Ditto.

These guys who liked to observe in secret gathered together, pointing and whispering about the beautiful white dragon. Lightmoss could understand what they were saying.

The comparison between Reshiram and Kyurem's designs led to this conclusion.
"Aren't you saying that too hurtful to Kyurem?"

Although the Ice Dragon's design is somewhat strange, it is quite handsome in a way. Of course, it is far less beautiful than the White Dragon!

The Pokémon of the universe were astonished that the humans before them could understand their conversation.

The initial wariness vanished instantly, replaced by enthusiasm and intense curiosity. Upon hearing that Lightmoss had come to apply for the "Saint Swordsman Exam" for a certain Pokémon, the Pokémon's eyes lit up!
Hey! Something good to see again! Last time, some guy applied for the Holy Swordsman exam and got beaten to a pulp!

This time, even if I die, it's worth it!
"Just now? Who?"

"Pipi!" A Pipi raised its hand and described it vividly:

That's the Pokémon Cobalion brought. It looks like a little pony with a hairstyle, it's so cute!
Although it failed the test, it remained in the cave and did not leave!

"Keldio? Why is it taking a test now?"

The moss was quite surprised.

Shouldn't Keldeo's test have started when Ash and his friends travel to the Unova region?

When it challenged Kyurem without permission, the three swordsmen were frozen, and it was forced to flee in a sorry state, chased and beaten by Kyurem, until it regained its courage and took the second test, and then the matter came to an end.

Moreover, the assessment location should be the Total War Factory, not the Cave of Giants.

With questions in mind, Lightmoss and White Dragon entered the Giant's Cave, only to find a large group of Pokémon gathered around them to watch the spectacle. They chatted excitedly, as if they were watching some kind of gladiatorial match, and even forgot to eat!

Inside the Giant's Cave, there are fragments of stars and comets everywhere, and meteorites that are over a thousand years old can be seen all around!
"If Daigo came here, this would be paradise! It's even better than Meteor Falls!"

Lightmoss picked up many star fragments along the way. These are important crafting materials, and comet fragments are even rarer. She had only gotten one piece in Darkrai before, but here, she found several pieces after walking only a short distance!

These meteorites also contained strange energy, which surprised Deoxys in the Master Ball.

It really likes the power emanating from these meteorites, which can effectively promote its growth!
As we reached the depths of the cave, a chill began to spread!
Thump! A pair of golden, pupil-less eyes appeared in the dark cave. It was a gray-blue Pokémon standing on two legs, with ice-blue thorny wings on its body and no energy-generating structure at the end of its tail.

Kyurem, a Pokémon of the Boundary, is the empty shell of the Dragon God of the Way, a giant dragon born from a cosmic comet!

"Leshiram?"

Kyurem, like the Black and White Dragons, possesses telepathy. Its voice was deep, as if it had never expected to see Reshiram again after thousands of years, which stunned it.

No villains have arrived here, and no one is looking for it. Although it was prepared for a human attack and tried to gather strength in its lair where the meteorite fell, it didn't expect this.
"Oh? You brought your hero with you? It's been a long time. What brings you here?"

Thump! The Poké Ball opened, and Aegislash floated out, sizing up the gray-blue dragon in front of it!

Is this Kyurem, the Ice Dragon? The examiner of the Holy Swordsmen; passing its test earns one the title of Holy Swordsman!

"Your aura?"

Kyurem sensed the same aura from the Shielded Swordsman as the Three Sword Saints.

In an instant, it seemed to understand something and let out a low laugh.

"So, you've come to challenge me? Hmph, Holy Swordsman!"

"I have indeed heard Gopaleon mention that it has another disciple. Is that you? Do you have the qualifications to fight me?" "Why aren't you four-legged?"

Kyurem couldn't help but complain, after all, the three sword saints and Keldeo are all four-legged Pokémon, while Aegislash Kyurem was thinking to itself that it had never seen anything like this "giant sword that came to life".

Although in appearance they look similar to his underlings, the "Geometric Snowflakes," as a Holy Swordsman...
A Holy Swordsman is, first and foremost, a being who uses the Holy Sword, not a being who has come to life from the Holy Sword itself!
"Here you go~"

The Shielded Swordsman was somewhat speechless.

Hey, it's the new era's holy swordsman! The holy sword itself is also a swordsman!
As for the qualifications for fighting...
“If you think that ‘if we can’t beat them, Reshiram will help us,’ I will not let you pass the test. I will show you that this idea is completely wrong.”

"Your fellow disciple just lost to me. What a useless disciple! Is this what you call a Pokémon from the Training Rock? So, what level of skill can you possibly demonstrate?"

"I'm sure I'll pass this test!"

The Aegislash is full of confidence!
However, Kyurem suddenly said, "Humans are not allowed to interfere in this exam, nor are they allowed to bring any props. You must earn this title through your own strength."

That's right, trainers are not allowed to participate in Kyurem's assessment!

After thinking for a moment, the Shielded Sword Monster readily agreed.

"Hmph! Then come in, Reshiram, with your chosen king." Kyurem paused mid-sentence, carefully observing the Lightmoss. It not only sensed the Lightmoss's true nature as a dragon tamer, but also detected a certain...
Is this the aura?

The Lightmoss called out to the Raging Waters, and when the Raging Waters roared, Kyurem immediately understood everything!
"So it was you! The imposter's master, so that's how it is! The so-called 'Dreamland Paradise' is the Sky Island you created. You're the only human who can enter the Pokémon Dream World! You're the guy Cobalion mentioned!"

"Ha, interesting!"

Humans who can enter the dream world, those who create dream paradises, chosen heroes or kings, and Pokémon that possess the title of Holy Swordsman.

Kyurem laughed out loud: "Anyway, I have to thank you. Because of the imposter, some people were blinded and couldn't find my hiding place. To repay your help, I will use my full strength in the next test."

Aegislash: ".?"

However, Kyurem made no further move because it sensed another power within the Lightmoss's backpack.

That is the power that shares the same origin as oneself.
What's in your backpack? A divine stone?

Kyurem questioned him, but Reshiram roared and gestured for Kyurem to step back!
"Hmph! You sycophant! Listen carefully, I mean no harm, I just want to know the source of that power."

When Kyurem asked her question, Lightmoss remembered one of the stones she had obtained at the beginning, so she took the stone out of her backpack.

"The 'Fantasy Wedge Stone' you mentioned? It's an item that the forest gave me in the Cornerwood Forest. It seems to be part of a huge meteorite from space, just like the Trial Rock."

"This thing does seem to be related to the divine stone."

"That's right, that's it!" Kyurem suddenly exclaimed excitedly, "A fragment of the Divine Stone. The so-called Divine Stone is a part of the Origin Meteorite, the very first one!"

“The First Dragon,” Lightmoss continued, “We learned these things in the Dragon Spiral Tower; you are an empty shell of the First Dragon.”

Kyurem remained silent for a while, then a chill emanated from his body, but it was not hostile; rather, it was a power that was released due to a slight excitement.

"Let's make a deal."

Kyurem suddenly said:
"I heard from Gopaleon that you seem to be able to make all sorts of strange things?"

“I bestow upon you ancient knowledge, and you help me forge that magical stone into an important tool, so that what I lack will be completed.”

"The tool I need is called the Gene Wedge!"

Lightmoss glanced at the Shielded Sword Monster and suddenly suggested, "Can we go easy on them in the test?"

Aegislash and Kyurem: "."

The Aegislash patted its shield, indicating that there was no need to hold back and that it could handle the situation!

Returning to the most primal way of fighting, I am no longer what I used to be, so don't worry about me. I am the "King" of Pokémon!
Kyurem: "The trial is a serious matter. If it really wants to become a Holy Swordsman, fighting with all its might is the best choice for it."

"After becoming a Holy Swordsman, one must shoulder an important mission: to fight for the harmony of nature. It is not a simple matter; if one is not strong enough, one's life will be in danger."

Rahiram was somewhat surprised.

You, this empty dragon shell, seem to possess a burning heart! After thousands of years, have you now developed such a fiery spirit?

Were they infected by the Holy Swordsmen?

Kyurem: "Hmph, strong and righteous, I'm just bored."

"Speaking of which, you call yourself a king? What kind of king are you?"

The Aegislash patted its shield, indicating that you would understand once you entered the exam!

This piqued Kyurem's interest, making him realize that this "student" was no ordinary individual.

"Interesting! So, would you like to consider our deal?"

Lightmoss: "I have a question. What are you going to do after you get the Gene Wedge? Are you going to fuse Reshiram and Zekrom?"

In the game, Kyurem needs to fuse with the Black and White Dragons to transform further. However, in the movie, Kyurem has the power to "transform autonomously." Perhaps this is because the Black and White Dragons had already awakened in the anime and may have communicated with Kyurem, giving it some of their power.

Kyurem glanced at Reshiram: "Don't worry, I'll fuse them."

"I only need a portion of their power to change my form on my own. The Gene Wedge is the key to activate this power."

“I don’t have an energy tail, so I have to get energy from the outside. This is not a dangerous thing for Rehiram and Zekrom. What we get from them is only the original and the same genes. We are one.”

(End of this chapter)