Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 460 I'm sorry, I'm one of the Four Heavenly Kings

They traversed vast mining areas and unearthed and collected a large quantity of glittering ores and treasures, making a fortune.

Especially the few that like to scavenge for trash, they huddle together and make strange noises.

Then a light bulb suddenly lit up on one of the guys' heads!

The Spirit of Wealth commanded the surging waters and the aluminum-steel bridge dragon to deliver all the unearthed antiques and treasures to the Ancient Slippery Wo.

The little man carrying coins tilted his head back, watching the ancient snail reading bamboo slips. The way this giant snail read bamboo slips was quite ingenious; the spiral-shaped wooden slips could be partially pulled from behind, and the vine whip served as an alternative to an arm for retrieving and reading, making it very convenient.

"Cool~"

Wow, you're so tall!

But Little Snail, please help us determine the age of these treasures and their value!

Gu Jianwo glanced at the mess of ancient treasures, then at the three Pokémon.

"Gu Xi?"

Although the distinction between "tomb raiding" and "ruins exploration" is blurred in the Pokémon world, that doesn't mean there aren't tomb raiders here!
Where did you three find so many ancient treasures? Although most of them look useless, antiques are sold for their age, not their practicality.

Up close, turn it over, it looks kind of real!
Where did you get it?
Yes, it's an obvious old brand, undeniably old!
There are some things inside that look strangely familiar.

Just you wait, I'll write a couple of lines in the history books saying that they looted the tomb!

"Gu Xi~"

In the distant past, the ancient Padawan region was not a single country. The Padawan Empire was merely the most powerful one. There were also many scattered city-states and kingdoms that refused to be governed. They traded with various countries in the Far East and West, and thus acquired many things that did not belong to this region.

After the kingdom they founded was destroyed, these treasures were buried underground along with the kingdom.

"That area is said to be a mining area, but it has only been developed in modern times. So, it may have been part of the territory of a country in ancient times."

Although they were discussing the mining area, in reality, after a long journey, they had arrived in the northeast of Padiya.

North Second District.

Here, mountains rise majestically, shrouded in mist, and steep cliffs and narrow paths stretch as far as the eye can see.

One part is a vast bamboo forest, where the waterfall is Luang Pui Waterfall, one of the "Ten Views of Padiya". The other part is grasslands and lakes surrounded by mountains.

Strange rocks resembling dragon teeth and claws are everywhere, breaking through the peaks and roaring towards the higher heavens, as if they truly possess life, or like the gaping maw of a dragon, or like obsidian swords.

You can find the move learning tool "Sword Dance" in a lake at the foot of a certain sword mountain.

It is said that the dragon tamers of Padia live in seclusion in the nearby mountains. However, in the game, this clan does not have a base of operations. It is not until a certain storyline in the Academy that everyone learns that there are dragon tamers in the Padia region.

However, deep within the North Second District, there are three dragon tamers known as the claws and tails of the dragon. Based on the three towers they reside in, it can be inferred that this race most likely lives in seclusion within the North Second District.

There is also a vast bamboo forest and a huge waterfall cascading down. If you have the corresponding legendary Pokémon snack, you can meet a "Bear Apprentice" without a teacher here.

"But it seems we won't be seeing Master Xiong this time."

Among the four ancestral halls, the Shrine of Fire Disaster is sealed deep within a waterfall in the second northern district. However, finding the waterfall that seals the fire disaster among the countless waterfalls is still a bit difficult.

There are many ruins in this area, and it leads directly to the high mountain range that separates the Padiya region from other regions. It probably existed as a fortified area that was easy to defend and difficult to attack long ago.

The nearby ruins contain the TM64 "Giga Impact," a technique that hints at a past war between this area and a certain nation.

This is the place that excites the Money-Seeking Spirit. There are broken ruins everywhere, and there are coins minted by the ancient Parthian Empire and surrounding kingdoms. These are all important to its evolution, so it rushes in excitedly. While carrying the silver coins, it can also see its own kind wandering around.

That was another money-grabbing spirit carrying a treasure chest!

Well then, let's see what we've got, buddy!

Activate the magic card and steal it!

They'll steal your coins and never give them back!
If you want your coins back, come and get them yourself!

The two Money Spirits clashed fiercely, and after a heated battle, the Moss Money Spirit emerged victorious. After all, this creature had learned Tricks, Tricks, and Power Gems, while the wild Money Spirit was only frightened.

A burst of dazzling gem-like light erupted, and at the same time, the Moss Treasure Spirit swung its treasure chest and smashed it into the Treasure Spirit's chest opposite, causing gold coins to scatter all over the ground!
"Cool~"

Hey friend! Your treasure chest isn't as pretty or as heavy as mine!

The other money-grubbing spirit fled in panic, even taking the box with it, only managing to hurl insults from afar!
The money-grubbing spirit said that it would soon send someone to retaliate against you, so don't run away, just wait here!

"Tsk tsk tsk~"

The Moss Spirit, standing atop the treasure chest, watched its fleeing kin and let out a mocking laugh.

Who would wait in the same place twice?
Even if you bring back a lot more people to seek revenge, I'm not afraid! My trainers are not at a disadvantage either!
What's the use of having a large rabble?

Let's evolve two stages upwards to become a Super Padia before we come back.

Haha, today's earnings: +157 gold coins!
The future is expected!

"Gu Xi?"

At this moment, Gu Jianwo moved his body, stretched out his vine whip, and examined the ruins in front of him that had been completely destroyed by the battle. As dust flew up, a strange ornament was "pulled out" by Gu Jianwo.

The thing looked very abstract, like an ancient totem from a distant region. Gu Jianwo looked at it for a while and vaguely remembered something. The bamboo slips on its back spun around and stretched out as if they were infinitely long. Gu Jianwo quickly examined the bamboo slips and flicked the leopard that was sneaking over with its vine whip.

Don't bother me while I'm looking for something! Hagi leopard!

Cats have very small brains, so when the Gujian Leopard sees something, it tries to touch it. At this time, you need to use the "whip of love" to slap it!
"Gu Xi!"

Oh, found it! It's a [mysterious ornament] from a distant, warm region. It says that it was made in imitation of Pokémon that were called guardian deities in ancient times.

Yes, that's what it says in the record, but I don't quite understand the text on the decorations.

This ornament, however, possesses a trace of ancient ghostly energy, which seems to be what attracts many Gastly to linger near this ruin.

Even with my extensive knowledge, I still couldn't understand it.

"This is indeed a statue from the Alola region, also known as a mystery ornament."

“In remote regions, people carve these ornaments to worship the four guardian deities of the islands.”

Guangtai walked over and looked at the ornament that Gu Jianwo had picked up with a vine whip.

"Well, when I first saw it, I thought it was Tapu Koko, but it's not actually like that."

"Gu Xi?" Gu Jianwo looked at Guangtai, his eyes filled with inquiry and curiosity.

Oh! You know a lot about these antiques! No wonder you're a tamer; you've traveled to many places and have a broad knowledge of various legends and treasures.
I've seen similar things before; that merchant once dragged something similar to sell in the Padiya region.

So those goods came from a region called "Alora"?

By the way, is the guardian spirit of that place a ghost? That's quite intriguing.

"A guardian deity without the ghost attribute."

Guangmo turned the statue over. Although it looked like a guardian deity, it was actually not like that at all!

"It's interesting that the ancient kings of Parthia spent money to buy all sorts of strange and wonderful things from distant regions in order to collect treasures, but with the collapse of the empire and kingdom, the treasures they once cherished were all lost in the sands and mountains."

"This mysterious ornament is not dedicated to a guardian deity, but to another unknown Pokémon!"

"Legend has it that the spirits of the night wandering, favored by the gods, make torches shine brighter wherever they go. Some say they are the spirits of the ancient warriors of Alola, but others say they are also considered an incredible Pokémon."

"It is said that the spirit of the night wanders into the shadow of a master of martial arts, imitating his movements and power. In the process of imitation, it becomes stronger than the original and eventually learns the ultimate secret."

"Therefore, trainers who seek power will pray for the protection of the Night Wanderer after leaving their homeland."

"This is what is recorded on this display."

"In strange regions, this Pokémon is known as the Guide in the Shadows."

“Mashad. Its name means ‘shadow of martial arts’.”

Guangtai never expected to see antiques related to Masado in the Padiya region.

It clearly doesn't have a visa here.

However, ancient antiques always drift with the tide, being taken to various regions by merchants.

Although Marcia did not get a visa.

However, there is indeed a person in the Parthian region who has some connection with Masyato.

"Gu Xi!" The Ancient Slipper Snail's eyes lit up, and various characters appeared on its bamboo slips, recording what Guang Tai had just said. The little snail was in high spirits, like an old scholar who loved history and had finally met someone with whom he could have in-depth conversations, no longer having to endure the Ancient Sword Leopard's interference!
I never knew there were Pokémon like this! It's truly an eye-opener!

As Guangtai looked at the bamboo slips of the Ancient Simplified Snail, he realized that the reason this thing could stretch infinitely was because the bamboo slips were the very body of the Ancient Simplified Snail.

"Perhaps, people in ancient times used bamboo slips as Pokémon encyclopedias."

"Although the illustrations are a modern concept that only appeared during the period of jadeite washing, similar things may have existed long before that."

"Thinking about it this way, the little snail can also serve as an illustrated guide, but modern illustrated guides are still too comprehensive in their functionality. Writing things down on bamboo slips is time-consuming and laborious."

Little Snail diligently wrote down the details of the legend. At the same time, it rolled up the Pokédex of Lightmoss and began examining it with excited "hmm hmm hmm" sounds.

This is called comparing the old and new!
"Besides recording Pokémon information, perhaps it can also record various lost legends and stories. If we compile them into a book in the future, whoever finds you again will know all the legends in this world. Isn't that interesting?"

Guangtai made grand promises to Xiaowo, while Gujianwo thought about it carefully.

Is it interesting?
No, it might just evolve into a completely new, greedy struggle for all knowledge.

But that's for the future!

Meanwhile, the money-grubbing spirit that had been driven away had returned with help!
However, the helper paused for a moment when he saw Guangtai, then glanced at the "decoration" in Guangtai's hand. A glint of light immediately flashed behind those glasses!

"Hehehe, I didn't expect to meet a fellow professional here."

"Your money-grabbing spirit stole my money-grabbing spirit's gold coins! I was wondering where this other money-grabbing spirit carrying a treasure chest came from in this desolate wilderness!"

"Although I was going to say that this is just competition between Pokémon, you have something in your hand that interests me."

"Anyway, could you please return those gold coins to me? Of course, I will offer a reasonable price to buy them back."

"Also, I'm very interested in that antique you have. Your analysis just now was very impressive. Although I overheard it uninvited, could you explain it to me in more detail?"

"Huh? Looking closer, many of those Pokémon look quite suspicious. Especially that one that looks like a snail, and that one that looks like a leopard."

Historical records of disasters, personal diaries. I studied various materials, and there are many facts that can prove the authenticity of a certain story.

Therefore, as soon as those two Pokémon appeared in her sight, she felt that they were very similar to two Pokémon in the records.

"A colleague? I'm not your colleague."

Upon seeing the newcomer, Guangtai paused slightly, then burst into laughter:

“Miss Leiho, ancient explorer, it’s nice to meet you. I am Guangtai.”

The woman who appeared here was none other than the famous, number one tomb raider of Patia, "Leihe"!
And the person Guangtai mentioned who had some connection with Mashado was none other than her!
In the story, Reho is suspected to be a descendant of the Padia royal family and has some connection with Dean Claver, who claims that he will "keep an eye on you even until death."

Meanwhile, rapper Lem has certified that she is surrounded by a large number of ghosts and curses, but Reho herself doesn't feel anything, only occasionally experiencing shoulder pain and loss of appetite.

Leihe's clothing incorporates many elements from legendary Pokémon.

The name tag on her chest is modeled after Articuno.

The headdress was modeled after Marchado.

The bracelet on her wrist is modeled after Tapu Koko.

The belt buckle is based on Lunayana.

Basically, there are quite a few elements related to the Alola region. At the same time, she is also skilled at deciphering ancient texts. Although her methods are not entirely clean, in terms of historical research, only a few people such as Cynthia and Gryphon can compare with her.

This made Guangtai wonder if Leihe had ever robbed the Alora royal family's tombs before? But upon closer inspection, that seemed impossible.

The Alola royal family is buried at "Memory Hill" so they can be near Tapu Lele and truly rest in peace. That place is actually a large cemetery.

"Speaking of which, that money-grabbing spirit wasn't actually wild, was it?" Guangtai stroked his chin, looking at the somewhat panicked little coinless figure.

Because the treasure chest was also stolen, he is now a penniless little man.

So, this money-grabbing spirit is actually the one that you can exchange with the protagonist in the Blueberry Academy Alliance Club after completing a dialogue with Reho outside of class and reaching the "trust" level!

Its personality is arrogant, its trait is cowardice, its only moves are startle and ram, and its level is 30.

No wonder they can't beat their own villains.

Moreover, the little guy on the other side was only level 30 during the Blueberry Academy era, and he's probably only level 10 now!

"The store manager?" Leihe was taken aback at first, then pushed up her glasses in disbelief!

In the past few months, there has only been one person who can be called the store manager and with whom I have had business dealings!
"You're the store manager?! Unbelievable, what a coincidence to run into you here!"

"Of course it's me. Look, the Curse Talisman and the Cleansing Talisman." Guangtai casually pulled out the talismans. Although he basically didn't need these talismans now, they were still best-selling items among his customers.

Although I often raid tombs in various ruins, the probability of running into an acquaintance is very small!
Leihe suddenly became very enthusiastic, and regarding the matter of the money-hunting spirits fighting each other, this tomb raider waved her hand dismissively!
Hey, isn't this ridiculous? Look at the mess you've made! We're all in this together, why are you making such a big deal about life and death, superiority and inferiority, or even just ten or eight dollars!

They're all friends and acquaintances in the underworld; we deal with graves together!

Only Leihe's money-grubbing spirit was deeply affected. It never expected that its master would not only fail to help it get justice, but also say that the money didn't need to be returned!
Keep the change, please?!
Are you even speaking human language?! I've been following you for so long, and tomb raiding is clearly the fastest way to make money, yet you haven't evolved at all. Don't you know why?!

"Give me gold!"

Looking at Guangtai's money-gathering spirit, and that treasure chest filled with all sorts of ancient coins, that's a real "treasure chest"! Mine is just a piggy bank!
Leihe selectively ignored her money-grubbing spirit's outburst and began to actively chat with Guangtai!
"Shopkeeper, I sent you a message before, inviting you to the Padia region. Now you've finally arrived. By the way, have you read those legends about the Treasure of Calamity?"

"It seems incredible, doesn't it? Those valuable things actually exist!"

Leihe was overjoyed!

He had gone to great lengths to investigate the treasures of the disaster and to claim them for himself!
Guangtai chuckled and nodded: "I know, Dingjian Sword Jade, right? The four most valuable treasures that the Parthian Empire purchased from the ancient Eastern region."

Leihe, on the other hand, was in high spirits: "That's right, that's right! Ah, to meet you here is like a sign from heaven!"

"That's right, guidance."

"Now, perhaps the time is ripe."

Leihe's glasses gleamed:
"After a long investigation, it has been confirmed that there are four shrines sealed somewhere in Parthia. However, we will need to continue our investigation to find out their exact locations."

"Then, by chance, I found the truth in a recent interview report!"

"A carpenter claimed to be a descendant of a legendary tamer, who said that the Pokémon messenger used a sacred stake to seal the cursed treasures in the shrine."

"Each Pokémon corresponds to one shrine. Eight stakes were driven into many unknown places to suppress the power of disaster."

"In other words, as long as all the corresponding stakes are removed, the Pokémon known as the 'Disaster Treasure' can be freed!"

"Did you know that there might be a calamity treasure hidden in the mountains around here? For the past month, I've endured wind and rain here, and finally found the location of the shrine, however..."

According to the descendants of the Pokémon messengers, to remove the stake, one needs a bond with a Pokémon, or in other words, a pure and untainted mind.

"Actually, I did find the stake and tried it, but unfortunately, the stake didn't budge."

"So, I'm planning to ask you for help! I'll offer a very high price."

"Is this the sacred stake you mentioned?" Lightmoss retrieved the nearly shattered sacred stake from the connected space. The moment the stake appeared before Leihe's eyes, the black beauty teacher's pupils immediately contracted!
Although the stake had lost its color and its power was negligible, she recognized it as one of those stakes!
"Yes, it really is a stake?! You, you pulled it out?!" Leihe was surprised. After a careful inspection, she confirmed that it was the exact same stake that she had finally found before!

He was overjoyed!
The time for the treasures of calamity to be unsealed is approaching. Originally, I planned to obtain the treasures of calamity and keep them for myself!

Now, with the help of "someone who can pull out the stakes," getting those four will be no problem at all!

Guangtai pointed to the ancient snail and the ancient sword leopard:
"Hmm, and also, do you think there's a possibility?"

"The treasure of calamity is already before your eyes?"

"Now, the bamboo slips that recorded the evil deeds, as well as the swords used for killing, have been brought back to light."

"So, what do you plan to do with these adorable Pokémon in your search for the treasures that bring disaster, Miss Reho?"

"Their power is too great. We must make it clear beforehand that we cannot allow them to be corrupted by people with desires again. This region is very peaceful and we do not need anyone to act as villains for the time being."

"As one of the Four Heavenly Kings of this region, I feel obligated to remind you."

Leihe stood there stunned for a long time before suddenly pushing up her glasses, as if she was sorting out her thoughts.

"what?"

"What did you say? You're one of the Four Heavenly Kings of this area?"

The wind in the valley had become a bit chilly.

The mysterious ornament in Guangtai's hand also had its eyes flicker slightly.

(End of this chapter)