Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 379 A breathtaking view lies ahead, and the young men and women resonate with it.

Hinoki City signifies a town of renewal and development, a town that stretches out at the foot of the mountains, offering panoramic views of the entire Unova region.

All kinds of flowers bloom here, both in the city and in the forest.

The southwestern continent of Unova is characterized by towering mountains and diverse natural landscapes. Lightmoss never expected that she would unknowingly arrive at the hometown of the protagonists of Black and White 2.

The starting town of Black 2 and White 2, also the most prosperous starting town in the series, is where the dream begins.

In the special episode, Akromma, riding on Genesect, attacked Hinogi City and fought against the Interpol.

"A breathtaking view lies ahead."

"Speaking of which, Hinogi City and Genesect really do have a connection. Maybe they'll meet here."

Southern Unova also retains a relatively primitive appearance. The Pokémon Device map shows that the major city of Newt City is located on the southwestern continent of Unova, as is Arthas Nature Park. Perhaps there are also Horta Flower near Hinoki City.

The Melody Tree is also located in the mountains near Hinoki City. It was originally a treasure that grew after Meloetta sang loudly on a full moon night. However, this mythical beast lady's performance only happens once a year, and the venue for her performance is in a rocky forest with huge moonstones.

"The Melody Tree of the Glittering Concert in Meloeta is not actually a normal tree, but rather like a living musical score, but the fruit that grows on it is real."

"Alright, let's begin the search."

There's nothing particularly noteworthy about Hinoki City right now, but of course, the high platform in Hinoki City is worth a "pilgrimage."

In addition, one thing worth mentioning about this city is that it has a very large and historic Trainer School. During the Black and White 2 era, Black Ren would come here to teach and serve as a Gym Leader.

"Gurgle—"

Genesect's eyes lit up, as if it had discovered something. It carried Lightmoss and flew quickly through the sky toward a certain location. During this process, Lightmoss saw the high platform of Hinogi City.

Sure enough! There is a lake near the high platform of Higanbana City, which can be viewed from the platform. As one of the places that preserves the original ecology of Unova, there are also scattered things here that no one knows about but are extremely important.

In a corner of the lake, pure white flowers, as beautiful as water lilies, bloom quietly.

[Rare Plant: Hortaes Flower]

[Description: From 3 million years ago, the oldest living flower, once known as the flower of dreams, it has disappeared in many places due to climate change, and possesses a wondrous power to calm the mind.]

[Effect: Can be used to make special secret medicines; it is a necessary ingredient for many secret medicines. This flower is an aquatic plant and is difficult to cultivate without water.]

As Genesect completed its transformation, it picked up one of the flowers. In that instant, the shattered memories seemed to mend somewhat, and it recalled what its former homeland looked like.

Yes, that's a distant memory.

Steelbug then handed the flower to Lightmoss, as if it were a gift.

"Thank you."

Lightmoss accepted the flower, and Genesect, who had found the Ortas Flower, was also very excited.

This flower is real, not a figment of imagination from memory, which gives it a tangible sense of existence.

"Plant this flower in the water that connects to the world."

However, the tranquil and beautiful moment did not last long.

Just as Lightmoss and Genesect were admiring the beautiful lake before them, there seemed to be a slight commotion in the surrounding forest.

"It's great! Even though we're being chased, everyone has 1000% energy."

"But if we sneak out to catch Pokémon, we'll probably get scolded."

"We will never forget the injuries our comrades suffered today!"

"Uh, what's with this afro-haired buffalo here?"

Parting the forest and vegetation, what appeared in the light moss's observation were three little guys, but in terms of age, they were already 10 years old, the same age as Ash.

However, it seems that people who travel in the United States tend to be a bit older. Children as young as 10 are generally not allowed to go out unless they are exceptionally capable.

However, children are always very curious about Pokémon battles, so they don't listen to adults' orders!
If you're not hot-blooded, are you even a young person?
You have to have that feeling of being the best in the world!
Three familiar hairstyles come into view. In the Pokémon world, recognizing a person by their hairstyle is a very simple method, since most people here only have one hairstyle.

Buns, bird's nests, and afros!

"Mingyi, Gongping, Ashu?"

The three little ones were covered in dirt. In front of them, an angry buffalo with an afro was glaring menacingly at them, while in front of Ash was an injured mandible ant and an adorable bean pigeon.

As for Kyouhei and Mei, these two future heroes, they do not possess any Pokémon.

However, Guangtai noticed that Mingyi was holding some Poké Balls.

Guangtai felt that Ash's lineup was a bit off.

While Trapinch and Cuckoo are indeed his hidden Pokémon, what about his "main" Pokémon?

Throughout the series, formidable rivals would choose their "original partner" whose attributes were countered by the protagonist's. Of course, this default rule was broken in later generations.

However, Ash is the only rival who doesn't "choose" his initial partner, because his own initial partner wasn't obtained from the Doctor, but rather he hatched it from an egg himself.

"Looks like we haven't gotten that egg yet," Lightmoss thought to herself. On the battlefield.

"It seems we've angered this guy."

Mingyi was a little nervous, but her eyes were still bright. She seemed to be excited by the stimulating atmosphere. On the other side, Gongping was the same, and his expression began to become serious.

Ash remained furious!
So, the afro-haired buffalo was actually frightened by the three strange little guys!

It was clearly the one with the upper hand and was extremely angry, but the three human children in front of it dared to fight it, and as a result, it was intimidated by the aura of these children.

The afro-haired buffalo couldn't understand what was going on, but it shook its head violently!

If you can't figure it out, then stop thinking about it. Anger connects to the brain, and an afro attack replaces thinking!
Are you kidding me? You think weak humans can fight us? I'm genuinely scared of the three of you!

"It's here! This is the moment I've been waiting for!"

It is said that the afro-haired buffalo possesses immense power capable of creating flying trains. As the only one of the three with a Pokémon, Ash is naturally the main force in the battle, while the other two are only responsible for throwing Poké Balls at crucial moments.

"Mandibular ant, signal beam!"

"Bean Dove, deliver the gift!"

Ash gave the order as if victory was assured, and the two Pokémon followed the plan. Cuckoo flapped its wings, and a magical force tied the ribbon wrapped around its body directly to the eyes of the afro-haired buffalo!
The signal beam hit directly, throwing the afro-haired buffalo into disarray!

"Ha! We won! Now it's just a matter of conceding a goal." Ash's eyes lit up.

However, a terrifying aura suddenly rose up!

"Ash!" Gongping tackled Ash to the ground, while the afro-haired buffalo suddenly went berserk, smashing a large tree in half with a powerful charge!
The mandible ant was also hit and fell to the side with a thud.

"What's going on? The signal beam isn't malfunctioning?" Ash collapsed to the ground in a sorry state, staring in astonishment at the berserk, afro-haired buffalo.

"No, it's all chaotic!" Mingyi ran over: "But its power has suddenly increased! Now it's gone berserk and furious because it can't see anything!"

"Damn, I messed up." Ash said, somewhat disappointed.

This rash attempt to capture Pokémon has put his friends in danger!

"That gift. Cough cough, isn't that a silk scarf?"

The sudden sound startled the three little ones. Guangtai walked into their training area and looked thoughtfully at the blindfolded, afro-haired water buffalo in front of him.

"The silk scarf given as a gift increases the damage of normal attribute moves, thus making this afro-haired buffalo even stronger."

"Huh?" Ash was taken aback.

"Oh, I see! I've learned something new!" Mingyi clapped her hands.

"Um! Now is not the time to talk about this. Luckily, I brought this with me."

Gongping suddenly pulled out a strange blade of grass that looked like the tail of a foam squirrel: "Let's use this to escape."

"Oh, Gongping is still the most reliable!" Mingyi praised, and at the same time, she ran over and picked up the big-toothed ant, and the three little ones prepared to retreat.

"Big brother, come along too!" Mingyi explained to Guangtai, "That's Pokémon Tail Grass, a plant native to this area. Throwing it out will attract the attention of Pokémon."

However, the afro-haired buffalo relentlessly pursued them. It seemed to have broken free from its chaotic state, and even with its eyes covered, it locked onto the direction the three little ones were fleeing!
Lightmoss: "Are you here to train, or to catch wild Pokémon?"

"Hey, now's not the time to ask these questions!" the three little ones cried out. "That water buffalo is charging at us!"

Lightmoy didn't care: "Well, the reason for the power boost is not only because I used the silk scarf, but also because I just used the move [Rage]."

"When enraged, an enraged Pokémon gains 1 stage of Attack when it takes damage from a move."

"Iron wall."

Boom!
The afro-haired buffalo's violent impact felt like hitting a steel wall. The guy felt dizzy and staggered, and even the silk scarf covering his eyes came loose and fell off.

The buffalo raised its head and saw a purple, steel behemoth!

"Ironhead!"

Genesect's large head glowed with silver light, and its special ability activated, boosting its attack!

A powerful and heavy headbutt!

The afro-haired buffalo lay sprawled on the ground, the earth beneath him cracking, his eyes glazed over, rendering him unable to fight.

"It seems that after the performance was improved, the strength also increased."

No wonder tech enthusiasts are so obsessed with using technology to modify Pokémon; with the boost of powerful technology, Pokémon can indeed unleash tremendous power.

Seeing the three dumbfounded little ones, Guangtai waved to them:

"Alright, now we can subdue it."

(End of this chapter)