Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 501 Salt Giant: I am the Salt God Pillar, what kind of god pillar are you?
Piper has limited knowledge of mechanics and is not some mechanical genius. Although he lives in the Lighthouse Laboratory in the small town of Key, which is full of instruments, he is still very confused about the so-called "hijacking":

"What is this? I've never heard of it before."

“It’s normal not to have heard of it.” Guangtai paused slightly, thinking about the right words.

Actually, it would be quite difficult to tell Pipa about Dr. Orin's Tale Project all at once.

Let's leave aside things like crystallization, the Zero Void, the Paradise Guardian Dragon, the battle program, and the Paradise Defense Program for now.

Just one line: "Your mother may have already passed away, and the one being kidnapped now is both your mother and not your mother."
Real people cannot be kidnapped.

Therefore, current PhDs are already AI PhDs.

After all, the explosion at the fourth observatory had already happened, and Majestic Tooth had slipped outside, while Millerton had also hitched a ride. It was almost impossible for the Doctor to have survived the observatory explosion.

Regardless of which parallel world it is, this accident is the same; only the people who die are different.

How do you explain to a child under 10 years old that his mother has passed away?

Although Pipa is very receptive, it's still a bit troublesome to suddenly talk to a child about this.

"Go to the teleportation panel first, go back up there. I'll handle your mother's matter, and I'll have her contact you after I've resolved it."

Guangtai squatted down and gently patted Papa's shoulder.

However, Pipa's expression wavered at this moment, and he stood still without moving.

"Please, please!"

"Big brother, what...what's wrong with my mom?"

Although Piper knew almost nothing about Orin, this was based on his own account.

He looked at the teleportation panel, then suddenly shook his head and began to sob softly:

"Mom, Mom, she..."

"Actually, I've hardly ever seen my mother in all my years of life. She's always busy with her research and never comes home."

“I cook and do laundry all by myself. When I want to talk, I can only talk to Godfather Mastiff. So I know nothing about my mother.”

“My mom is amazing, and I’m proud of her. I’ve always convinced myself of that.”

"Even if she's not that great, I still hope she can stay with me."

"She used to email me, but now we've completely lost contact. I'm so worried about her and I really want to see her, that's why I came here! But this place is so scary!"

"Do you know something? Is my mother in danger right now?"

However, when confronted with Pipa's questioning, Lightmoy remained silent for a moment.

Is it dangerous?
In terms of danger, the hostage situation in Sector Zero wasn't actually that dangerous for Dr. AI himself, but it was dangerous for outsiders who entered the area.

The combat program is also part of the time machine. Once the intruders are driven out, the combat program will automatically enter sleep mode and return control to Dr. AI. However, if the intruders are too strong, the combat program will upgrade to the park defense program.

However, the AI's own system will not be damaged. As long as the program is defeated, the AI ​​can regain control.

After all, Dr. AI is not something that the technology of this era can create. She is undoubtedly a product born from the "Tai Jing Power".

Lightmoy: "It's hard for me to explain these things to you, but the lower and bottom levels of Zone Zero are indeed dangerous places. Your mother is in the Zone Zero Research Institute, and that facility is located at the very bottom."

“It’s too early for a kid like you to go down to the lower levels; you still need to get some experience.”

Lightmoss walked to the machine at the observatory, where some research notes were placed, those left behind by Dr. Orin and Dr. Futu.

After inventing the prototype of the Crystal Bead, he received funding from a company, which enabled him to build a research institute at the Lighthouse Research Institute in Little Key Town. He hopes to return to the Giant Pit in the near future to restart his research on crystals.

[It has been confirmed that the crystallization of energy is influenced by a provisional term, and the inferred primary reason is the multi-layered hexagonal structure of the shell. This phenomenon is named terrecrystallization.]

Guangtai felt in his pocket and took out the special Taijing gem.

"The areas that are smeared and illegible should refer to the [Talebaghs gemstone], which is a blue-green hexagonal crystal."

"Papa. What's wrong?" Guangtai looked at the motionless Paipa, who seemed to be thinking about something. He wiped away his tears, and suddenly seemed to have made up his mind:
"Please, please."

"Big brother! You're really strong, right? You said you're one of the Four Heavenly Kings! You chased away those monsters in an instant, so you're really strong, right!"

"Could you... could you take me to the research institute? I'll repay you."

Guangtai crossed his arms and stared at Paipa in front of him. Although he appeared resolute, he was actually trembling with fear.

Faced with the scrutiny of the light moss, Pipa became extremely nervous and stammered, pleading:

"I know this will cause you trouble. I'm very sorry."

"But I... I really want to... I don't know why, but I feel that if I don't go now, then... then I'll never go again."

Ok?
Is it a child's intuition?

Lightmoss thought for a moment.

In fact, Piper's character also has many paradoxes, and at times she is very perceptive.

In the storyline of the journey home, Pipa realized from the beginning that the AI ​​doctor's identity might be wrong, and later questioned, "Are you really my mom/dad?"

While not particularly sensitive to mechanics and technology, Piper is surprisingly good at emotional and intuitive thinking.

Moreover, he is very quick to accept information about many things. For example, when he first heard about the time machine, he accepted it almost instantly and asked, "Is that what you've been researching and has already completed?"

"Oh, I see. I understand."

Guangtai nodded: "From a security standpoint, I should force you to return to the Zero Zone gate, but from an emotional standpoint, I don't really have any reason to refuse."

"Because my visit to Zone Zero this time is actually somewhat related to you, it was at your mother's request. I should say it was your mother's request."

Another Orin AI encountered in the past requested that the AI ​​doctor of this era stay and give Pipa the familial love he lacked.

"For you, the time you spent in Little Key Town and Guleton with your mother, although not very long, must have been the happiest period of your childhood."

"Big brother, do you know where I live? Do you know about my past with Mom?" Pipa's eyes lit up with curiosity: "But I don't think I've ever seen you when I was little."

“But I’ve seen you before, though you didn’t know it.” Lightmoy patted Pipa’s head.

This is the only time I can pat the senior's head and tease the kids.

As Pipa grows older, he'll become more "adult-like" and his emotional management will become more serious, which won't be fun anymore.

"You were supposed to go to the Zero Zone Research Institute with some companions, but that was a matter for later."

"I know a lot, but I can't tell you. However, since you've expressed your willingness..."

"I! I'll repay you! Really!" Piper clenched his fist, racking his brains as he thought, "I... I'm a great cook! I've heard of a special seasoning called the Secret Seasoning. I know its effects; I can find it."

"Is this the secret seasoning you mentioned?" Guangtai waved her hand, and a small, golden twig appeared.

Secret recipe for sour seasoning.

"Huh?" Piper blinked. He looked at the seasonings, then at the moss, and then frantically tried to take off his backpack and search for books.

"Stop looking, this is the secret seasoning." Guangtai laughed. "Looks like you must have seen the recent news on TV."

"The news says that some Pokémon known as 'Pocket Masters' have been discovered, guarding a special seasoning, and the secret seasoning has also been confirmed to be true. Is that the kind of report you're seeing?"

"That's right, because I was the one who found those seasonings, so I don't need your reward."

Piper was dumbfounded. He stared blankly at the moss, his expression turning extremely dejected, as if he had suddenly lost all his strength.

The only thing I can offer in return is these ingredients that were once recorded in the "Book of Zhu".

"Think quickly! Think of something else that can be used as payment!"

"No need." Guangtai waved her hand, leaving Paipa stunned. Then Guangtai explained, "You've already paid the reward. This sour seasoning is for you too."

The secret seasonings—after all, without Pipa and the protagonist searching for and uncovering them, these things would never have come to their knowledge.

This is also a kind of "gaining from the future and using it for the past"!
Lightmoy: "However, going to the bottom of Zone Zero is, as I said before, extremely dangerous. So, I'll make you stronger along the way."

"In other words, it means you will have greater strength and be able to catch more Pokémon."

"There is no rule in the Padia region that you can only participate in Pokémon battles if you are 10 years old. This is also to quickly cultivate strong trainers."

"Of course, this rule is basically optional for other regions, and it seems that only Kanto and Johto strictly abide by it."

“Bictigini player, please protect this child.”

A cheerful cry rang out:
"Tini~!"

Piper felt a slight weight on his shoulder, turned his head, and saw a red and yellow Pokémon that looked like a fennec fox!
"Wow, so cute! What Pokémon is this? Why didn't I see it before?"

Pipa tried to touch Bictini, who didn't avoid him but instead touched Pipa in return.

Goodness gracious!
This made Pipa a little embarrassed, but she quickly laughed happily, and her frustration and fear subsided somewhat.

and.

"So warm."

For some reason, when that Pokémon touched me, I felt as if my body was filled with power.

Lightmoss: "Its name is Victini. Because of its ability to become invisible and fly, it is usually not seen occasionally, but it is always around us."

"When it pats your head, it's not treating you like a child; it's Victini's [Power Sharing]."

"Shh!" Lightmoy held up a finger and said to Pipa:
"This journey will be etched in your memory, but you need to keep the matter of Victini a secret from others. Well, it's not that you can't talk about it at all, just don't brag about it to anyone."

"Legend has it that Victini brings victory, and it can generate infinite energy within its body, which it can distribute to anything it touches. If one obtains the infinitely generated energy shared by Victini, one will be filled with power."

"Therefore, the power you feel is real. It is because of this power that you are able to continue moving forward."

Piper's eyes widened.

He's just young, but he's not stupid.

When Lightmoss said those words, and Piper had never heard of Victini before, she immediately realized something.
This Pokémon is a Legendary!
The Padia region has only one native legendary Pokémon; the others, whether they are the four calamities or the Crimson God, are all introduced species.

And the only legend, Talebagos, remains unknown to the world. Therefore, for the Parthians, the absence of legends was a defining characteristic of the region. Because there were no legends, there were no those who sought to exploit their power for evil.

Human greed has been exhausted in 1000 years of exploration. The ancient kings who tried to obtain treasures and power have turned to dust, leaving only nameless tombs visited by Leiho.

"Okay! I won't tell anyone else! This is a promise between men!"

Piper clenched his fist and made a loud promise to Lightmoist, which amused Lightmoist.

The older student was quite interesting when he was a child. However, although he was a child, he was only about 4 or 5 years older than Zhu Zi at that time.

But for young people, four or five years is enough time for a lot to happen, and even for them to create a lot of history.

These four or five years have been enough time to produce Sinnoh champions, Unova heroes, Kalos legends, and Alola kings.
Light Moss: "These are for you."

Piper: "These? They're Poké Balls!"

Lightmoss: "That's right, it's a Poké Ball. Aren't they often given to young people when they embark on their journeys? They're used to catch Pokémon."

"Although I'm not a PhD, let me play a guest role this time."

"As for the target to be subdued, I've already decided for you. Come with me."

Guangtai didn't take the notebooks with her because it wasn't necessary; they were just simple notes and not valuable items.

The Pokémon Device has no signal here, most likely due to the shielding implemented by the battle program. With the technology to create a barrier covering the entire Sector Zero, creating some kind of radio wave shielding would be a piece of cake.

In this respect, even the International Police can hardly match it.

"Woof woof!" The mastiff godfather wagged his tail, comforting Pipa!

Don't worry! Not only do you have that amazing person, but I'm also here for you!
"Thank you, Godfather Mastiff."

Although Pipa didn't know what the Mastiff Godfather was saying, he could understand the Mastiff Godfather's feelings.

After following the succulent outside, the grass was lush and green, and the place was deserted with no Pokémon around. However, they still spotted something in the distance.
It stood up with a rumble, moving slowly and seemingly without any desire to fight, looking like a white fortress and a giant.

"Do you see that?"

The moss pointed to the stone giant that seemed to have stepped out of a Minecraft game:
"New Pokémon, new companions, new power!"

"That's your target for capture! You should have seen this kind of Pokémon before, or perhaps you haven't?"

"Its name is—the Salt Giant!"

Pipa looked at the wandering stone giant in the distance and nodded:

“I know! It evolved from the Salt Rock and always appears near the salt mines in the Padia region. However, I have only read about the evolved form of the Giant in books and have never seen a real one.”

"The salt on the Salt Giant is rich in minerals. The book says that a large number of Pokémon always gather around it in order to lick its mineral-rich salt."

"As long as it rubs its fingertips together to make salt, and sprinkles it on the injured Pokémon, even the most serious wounds can be healed instantly."

"In the market, the salt from Salt Giant Spirit is also a very high-end seasoning!"

Pipa knows a lot about cooking!

Piper also mentioned.

Among the eight dojos, it is said that one of the dojo masters is a master of using the Salt Stone Giant!

"That's right, Ms. Tam, the Gym Leader with the Rock attribute."

That was the Ghost-type gym that later became, but it's still Rock-type now, and the gym leader is different.

Tam was a school teacher during the Morpheus era, responsible for the school's math curriculum. She was formerly the Gym Leader of Rock. Her name looks the same as Professor Tam from Unova, but there are actually differences.

Ms. Tem's name comes from thyme, which means "thyme".

Dr. Tim's name is Time, which means "time".

Of course, what Lightmoss wanted to tell Pipa was...

Not only is the Rock Gym Leader a master of using the Salt Rock Giant, but you will be just as skilled in the future!

"The Salt Stone Giant's design is pretty cool, isn't it?"

“In other regions, there are legendary giants with similar appearances, as well as clay giants created by ancient people.”

If you just picked out the Salt Stone Giant, you might think it was related to the Toilet King.

However, in terms of Rock type, although its base stats are not as high as those of "Regirok", which is also a Rock type, its effective base stats and ability, as well as its exclusive move, completely make up for this shortcoming!

The Salt Stone Giant has 20 more HP than Regirock, and although its defense is 70 points lower, it has a self-healing move, which makes it very powerful.

Most giants have a few special skills, except for the Toilet King.

The three Titans have extremely high resistances; the Thunder Titan has high speed, high health, and a unique ability; and the Clay Golem has clumsy tricks, a defenseless explosive punch, and the characteristics of a flying utility character.

The Salt Giant is even more overpowered. Salt is not the same as Rock!

Light Moss shook her head helplessly:
"Taijing Water avoids the weakness of rocks, holds the moves Salt, Protect/Iron Defense, Rock Slide/Pounce, and Recover. Moreover, its signature moves are super effective against Steel and Water Pokémon."

In the move pool, Egg even has the move "Ground Crack"!
Among the other moves, Rock Blast provides wide-range defense and Earthquake, Gravity Slam knocks down invisible rocks, Elemental Three Punches plus Iron Head, Rainstorm Sandstorm Sunny Day, Avalanche Throw and Big Explosion—all of these are included!

"In ranked battles, this guy, known as 'Salt King,' is the Wailing Wall of the new era, the Giant of Despair, a model design for ordinary Pokémon, boasting a base stat total of 500 that stands head and shoulders above all others. He is the Rock-type Registeel!"

"It's rock, which reminds me of Regirock."

"Speaking of which, the healer that the expedition team lacks, although I'm filling that role, actually Saltstone Giant is more suitable for the position. It's much more convenient than Riolu using Healing Wave."

"Ability: Cleansing Salt, prevents status ailments from cleansing salt. Halves the damage of Ghost-type moves. Although it affects the use of the [Rest] move, is this considered a negative effect for a Salt Giant with its self-regeneration ability?"

"It has no effect on any abnormal conditions such as poisoning, burns, paralysis, freezing, or sleep."

"How can someone in the medical profession be so cunning? Oh well, that's how all healers are; first and foremost, they have to be able to fight!"

Moreover, the remaining two traits, one is sturdiness and the other is a clean body, are also powerful traits!
"Perhaps I should take the initiative to tame a Salt Giant. It comes with cleansing salt, which is very useful for making any kind of item or dish. Plus, it can block the way! When we return to the capital, I can show the Three Divine Pillars that this is the new region's Salt Divine Pillar!"

"The Star Crystal Salt Stone Giant from the Zero Void might be a good fit."

Guangtai looked at Pipa: "Go for it. I know you're not very good at fighting, but with Victini here, don't worry!"

"To reach the lower levels, learning to fight is essential!"

Piper nodded, mustered his courage, and felt an immense surge of power coursing through his body!
"The Salt Giant's weaknesses are Fighting, Ground, Steel, Water, and Grass!" Piper recalled the stone giant's weaknesses. Rock has many weaknesses because it is a single type and there is no issue of changing resistances due to type combinations!
"Godfather of the Mastiffs, use...use [Draft]!"

The giant dog, resembling a mafia godfather, charged straight at them!

Pipa's Mastiff Godfather is level 63, and its ability is Intimidate! This wasn't trained by him, but by the professor!

"Woof woof!"

Start by leaping out of the bushes with light steps to attack the opponent, while simultaneously increasing your speed by one level!

The highest level of the Salt Stone Giant in the pit is only 50+, but its excellent durability means it doesn't need to be too afraid of moves it is weak against, especially since Grass is a low-power Grass-type move!
As soon as the Mastiff Godfather raised his hand to strike, the Salt Stone Giant merely swayed its body before its blocky eyes looked over!
"Salt!"

The Salt Giant suddenly swung its arm, and a large amount of salt gushed out from its arm!
Salted!

Watching the Mastiff Godfather get hit by salt and see salt crystals forming on his legs, Piper was on edge.
"Godfather of the Mastiff, use it, continue using the drafting!"

"Woof woof!" The Mastiff Godfather was not to be outdone and continued to attack the Salt Stone Giant, but the guy's body gradually began to glow.

“Hardened. The Saltstone Giant has increased its defense, and,” the Lightmoss pointed ahead, “it regenerates.”

Sure enough, even wild Saltstone Giants can use this smooth little combo, because hardening and self-regeneration are moves that can be learned at low levels.

And if it gets harder, it can be improved with more exercise.
"Salt!" The Salt Stone Giant's body shone brightly, and its steel-like body swung away the Mastiff Godfather!

"The Godfather of the Mastiffs!"

Piper panicked and rushed out!

After being enhanced by Victini, Senior Pai, who was already known as a speedster, became unbelievably fast! He was almost as fast as Huang Bo!
"Although the Mastiff Godfather is very strong, without proper command, it can't really do much damage when the wild Salt God Pillar attacks with its Dark attribute. So, Victini, please grant it power."

Guangtai looked at Victini, V-monster gave a peace sign, and then patted the head of the Mastiff Godfather.

The next instant! The Mastiff Godfather's eyes widened suddenly!

An immense power surged from his body as he watched the Salt King charging towards him with a heavy ramming attack. The Mastiff Godfather roared!
How dare you bully my young master!
I think you don't take me seriously at all!
With a slap of its four claws, it unleashed a self-sacrificing charge!
Normal-type attacks are not very effective against rock-type attacks, even though the power of the Charge is as high as 120. However, this attack directly sent the Salt Rock Giant flying!
With a loud rumble, the Salt King collapsed to the ground some distance away. His square eyes blinked incessantly, and although his expression was unreadable, his voice was filled with disbelief!
In Zone Zero, he was sent flying by a dog using a normal-type move?!

Is my rock attribute fake?

"However, even if he obtains unlimited power, the Godfather's salt-cured state will not be lifted. Under these circumstances, he will gradually suffer damage over time. So let's treat him first."

"Now is a good opportunity. Let's use other Pokémon to fight while the Salt Giant is stunned."

Lightmoss tossed the Diving Ball to Pipa: "During battles, rotation is also important. I'll lend you one first."

"Be careful, salting is extremely effective against Water-type Pokémon, but Giant Salt is also very afraid of water, so you have to decide the outcome with one move."

Accompanied by a bright light, the successful Dolphin Man makes his reappearance!

"Ah! This is... could it be Dolphin Man?! I've seen him in storybooks! The hero of the sea!" Piper's eyes suddenly lit up as he excitedly watched Dolphin Man pose for the stage. He never expected that the character from the storybook would actually appear before his eyes!
However, as Dolphin Man watched the giant in the distance gradually rise, he immediately nodded to Piper!

"man!"

E-HERO! Let's go!
The legend of heroes, partners of justice, begins here!
Any evil will eventually be brought to justice!
Your Salt Rock Giant's moveset and ability are absolutely insidious! I have to punish you!

Piper: "Water, water-based moves! Yes, Dolphin Man, please use [Water Slash]!"

Use the power of water to strike your opponent. This may sometimes lower their defense!
"I can actually command Dolphin Man!" Piper was incredibly excited, hugging the Mastiff Godfather, all his fear vanished!

"Man!" Dolphin Man, enveloped in turbulent waters, delivered an unstoppable elbow strike that shattered the Salt Stone Giant's arms and legs!

The power of justice cleaves through the water!

Pipa's expression changed: "Ah! It's broken, it's dead!"

“How is that possible?” Lightmoy chuckled. “Gigantamax is such a Pokémon. It doesn’t fall down after being broken, but regenerates itself. Its main body is a huge salt stone structure on its body, like a pyramid.”

"But it's weak now! It's a good opportunity to subdue it!"

(End of this chapter)