Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 468 The Island King's Absence from His Post Is About to Be Tested

However, let's end this path here! There are still many rare soils in this world. If they are all swallowed up by Taijing, then it will be completely different from the ultimate goal.

Light moss: "Even when planted in highly crystalline soil, it will still experience spring planting and autumn harvest, birth, aging, sickness, and death."

"But if we could create the legendary phantom soil..."

Leihe was puzzled: "From the very beginning, you've been saying things I don't understand. What is the Illusionary Soil?"

Guangtai smiled: "It is said that seeds planted on it will never wither even if left unattended. Who obtained it from where is unknown. It is a dreamlike and precious soil."

"If you obtain that kind of soil, even the power of time cannot leave any trace on the land."

"Next, I'll be training here for about three to five days. Hmm, thinking about it this way, it'll be almost the end of the month, and then I can go to Yuanmo Town to participate in the bullfighting competition."

"Would you like to exercise with me, or go check out other places?"

The moss's implication was clear: tomb raiding is indeed immoral, but you can do it outside of my sight.

However, Leihe fell into deep thought instead.

Having such an opportunity to run away was indeed a good thing, but in reality, Guangtai and he were acquaintances. It was just a verbal warning, and nothing was actually done.

So why should I be afraid?

Leihe blinked and replied with interest:
"Didn't you want to catch the last of the cursed treasures?"

"I'm also very interested in the Cauldron of Calamity; I'd love to see what it looks like!"

"Cough, you can do things like exploring ruins anytime. Anyway, in this Padia, no one except me is interested in those ruins at all."

Leihe waved her hand: "In short, relics are things that represent history. They are there, unmoved."

“And now, compared to the Treasure of Calamity,” Leihe’s eyes gleamed, “you are more of an interest to me.”

"How much history and legend do you actually know? If I behave well, could you tell me a few? Just for casual conversation."

"I like old things, and I feel the same way about people from the past. Meeting you this time might be very lucky; fate brought us together from the very beginning."

Guangtai recalled: "...Hmm, now that you mention it, someone actually called me the one who knows everything."

"However, I think it's just that I have a little more knowledge that others don't know."

Seeing Leihe's surprised expression, Guangtai's expression also became slightly strange:
"Don't mind it! By the way, you said you did well? The way you're talking makes it sound like you're a student at some school."

"But since you mentioned wanting to start a proper business, have you considered becoming a history teacher at an academy in Table City?"

Reho chuckled immediately: "Is the Four Heavenly Kings recommending me? This is an affirmation of my abilities, I should be happy. However, I am a bad guy, you know. Is it really a good thing to recommend someone like me? Perhaps some people will not like it and will be very wary."

"Let me stay by your side and observe more. With your reputation as one of the new Four Heavenly Kings, my activities in Patia will be easier."

Guangtai shook his head silently.

"By the way, do you know Mr. Claver?"

Leihe: "Oh, you know that old man too? He's a rather stubborn researcher, and quite insightful about history. But he's a meddlesome old man."

"However, I don't dislike his old-fashioned way of thinking. Of course, it's a good thing that I can't see him now."

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Far across the ocean lies the Alora region, a tropical paradise year-round.

Melemele Island.

This is one of the largest islands in the Alola region, and also the starting island. Its guardian deity is Tapu Koko, the god of war.

The island's king is Hala, who possesses superb craftsmanship and has mastered Alola's unique sumo wrestling techniques. He is also a master of fighting attributes.

Of the four islands, Hala, as one of the island kings, holds the highest position.

Whenever someone from another island is chosen to become the island's king, or is chosen by a guardian deity and granted a Shining Stone, Hala processes the Shining Stone to create a "Z-Ring." This is a magical ring that releases Z-Power by using the trainer's energy and stamina to unite with the Pokémon's beliefs.

Of course, other island kings can also process stones and bestow bracelets upon those they approve of, but the first bracelet of an island king himself must be made by the highest-ranking Hala.

At the same time, Hala would also award "Island Pilgrimage Certificates" to young people who were 11 years of age or older.

"Island Tour"

Hala remained in his room, staring intently at a radiant stone placed before his workbench.

This was given to me by the guardian spirit Tapu Fizz, who also left behind golden wood and minerals.

The King of the Islands wears different colored bracelets: gold and wood, which represent the colors of the King of Pony Island.

"How could something like this happen, making me create the Z-Bracelet and take it to Pony Island?" "I clearly didn't see any recognition ceremony."

"The king of Bonnie Island has actually been chosen?"

Since the death of the previous king of Pony Island.

A new champion has yet to be chosen.

Although there are suitable people on Pony Island.

The leader of the village of ocean dwellers is a perfect candidate to become the king of the island. He has the strength, the looks, and the status.
In short, he's a very capable person!
In his youth, that captain traveled the world and spent many years of his life trying to cure a seriously ill girl. It can be said that, apart from his strength, his character was impeccable.

He often travels the world in a Magikarp-shaped ship, helping those in need. Although people are initially intimidated by the leader's good looks, they quickly come to understand that he is a kind-hearted person despite his fierce appearance.

Hala had also spoken with the tour leader, but unfortunately, he felt that he was free and should not be confined to the island; his dream was to travel the seas and help those in need.

He travels around because he likes it.

Therefore, the position of island king remained vacant, and the great test was always given to the island king of the neighboring island, Mordan.

Of course, if the pool of candidates for the island wasn't limited, outstanding young people like Kukui and Marien would have had a very good chance. It's just a pity that the guardian deity was unwilling to choose them, and they had no intention of becoming the island's king.

"Hapwu is constantly practicing and training for her deceased grandfather, and I look forward to the day when she can become the island queen."

"However, the timing is not right, and she herself is not mature enough; she's just a young girl. She also lacks the necessary skills and abilities."

"Is that why Tapu Fini chose a new king of the islands?"

"However, since the chosen island king did not come to Melemele Island, it means he is not in the Alola region."

"This is an unprecedented event!"

"It's not unprecedented for outsiders to be the king of an island, but to have no one here at all—this is the first time!"

"If he's serving remotely, isn't that the same as not having one at all? Or is it that he'll be coming to take up his post soon?"

Hala was very curious about what kind of powerful being would prompt Tapu Fini to personally recruit him, and even bring the Radiant Stone himself.

Normally, this stone is thrown in front of the island king, who then brings the stone to him for processing.

Liz and Merdan were appointed in this way, and at the same time, they would be taught how to make Z-bracelets so that they could make their own bracelets and distribute them to designated "captains" to improve the process of the island pilgrimage.

What message is the guardian deity trying to convey?

“There are important ancient altars on Pony Island, so it is necessary to select someone who can protect the sun altar and comfort the deceased.”

With a sense of confusion, Hara began processing the splendid stone.

At the same time, he informed Liz and Merdan, who were also island kings, about this matter.

Especially Merdan, who is now the examiner for the great test since there is no island king on Poni Island. Although he is reliable at times, he is also quite easygoing.

Sure enough, when Hala relayed the message to the other two...

As the island's queen, Liz was the first to react!
"Alola~! Mr. Hara."

Liz: "Although I really wanted to greet you cheerfully, this news is just too shocking!"

"The island king of Bonnie Island isn't Hapuu? Hmm! Although I also think her strength isn't quite enough... but..."

"To assume the title of Island King without even being in the Alola region is even more astonishing than Mr. Merdan's appointment as Island King!"

Merdan: "Hey Alora, don't talk to an old man like that!"

“The island pilgrimage is an important matter, and it won’t do without an island king to perform this task for a long time,” Hala replied. “The guardian deities certainly have their own ideas.”

"However, I think Hapwu might be resentful, since she didn't inherit her grandfather's identity."

"I wonder what kind of person this new island king is. Merdan, you must tell Hapuu this news so that she can be prepared."

Merdan was somewhat speechless: "Ugh, leaving this kind of thing to me... Hapuu, sigh, I can already picture her crying, unwilling to accept it. After all, she's only this young."

"Well, it's the guardian deity's choice, there's nothing we can do about it. But the fact that he didn't come to me but came directly to you, Mr. Hala, means that it's a very formal appointment. As long as he comes, I don't have to do my job as the acting deity anymore, right?"

“I’m very tired from running back and forth between the two islands every day.”

"Isn't someone preparing for an island trek recently? That golf girl who's good at flying is really something; she might just become the champion of this island trek. If a new island king comes along, I, this old man, can relax a bit."

Hala: "Don't worry, the pilgrimage is not completely finalized yet, and the people participating in the pilgrimage are not ready. Before that, we will hold a grand celebration dedicated to Kapu."

"And of course, we should also celebrate the birth of a new island king, so I will go and communicate with the guardian deities."

(End of this chapter)