Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 531 Water-Nourishing Duck: I will stand atop the heavens!

"These three Pokémon are so well-behaved, aren't they going to play around here? Why do they seem a little too tense?"

Even after being released from their Poké Balls, the three starter Pokémon from Padia showed no intention of leaving the area around the Moss.

This is mainly because, during the previous challenge, because of Yeji's entrustment, Hikari brought these three along with her, and they watched the entire battle when they came out of the room to fight.

However, since it wasn't a Lightmoss Pokémon, it didn't receive the team's experience points. Nevertheless, the intense battle seemed to have intimidated the three of them.

Just as the strongest Pokémon becomes the leader of its kind, the starter Pokémon also know that Moss has other incredibly powerful Pokémon. Before Moss agrees to let them play, they certainly dare not leave the side of this "humanoid monster".

Guangtai waved her hand and smiled, letting the three little ones move around freely. Only then did the three little ones dare to play nearby. At the same time, Guangtai also noticed a magnificent courtyard in the distance.

"Are you very interested in that courtyard?" Miss Joey smiled.
"They seem to be wealthy people who moved here from other areas. However, the owner of the house doesn't work in our area. Occasionally, we can see the girl from that family out and about. She seems very curious about the Pokémon in our area and keeps observing them. Sometimes she goes to quite far places."

"However, she seems to have very poor stamina. I've seen her get tired after walking only a short distance several times. Is it because she's too young?"

Guangtai knew that the blue courtyard was Nemo's home, which meant that the girl who was walking around was her.

"When I was 7 years old, we moved to the Padilla region. When I first arrived, I was very curious about the local Pokémon and natural scenery. I found it all very new and exciting. At that time, I knew nothing about battles. After getting into Pokémon battles, I gradually forgot that feeling of exploration."

"It wasn't until she went north and visited Blueberry that she rediscovered this feeling and understood what it meant to 'never forget your original intention.' Sigh, that's how children grow up; sometimes they suddenly notice scenery they've forgotten before."

"First forget, then remember, that's what growing up is all about. The Pokémon world isn't just about battles. If you're a trainer, your mindset will definitely have a breakthrough. It's not surprising if you have an instant epiphany. But that girl has already gone far enough on the path of battles."

Lightmoss pondered this.

Nemo, as a rich girl and a future champion, has a perfect life, more so than most people. Therefore, in Little Key Town, she is actually the least important person.

While the succulents waited for Clavel's arrival, the starter Pokémon began playing and exploring nearby.

Soon, they encountered a small, all-black dog that was baring its teeth and growling.

That's a Derubi.

Derubi looks like a black dog with two bony protrusions on its back, orange belly and muzzle, a bony protrusion on each ankle, and a short, thick tail.

This wild Houndoom bared its teeth at the three starter Pokémon for no reason, and the three, enraged, joined forces to fight it and quickly drove it away.

To most people, this was just an insignificant incident, and even Miss Joey thought so.

However, the moss looked directly in a more distant direction.

"The direction this Houndoom ran was towards Sparrowtown, along the Sparrow Path. Nurse Joy, you just said there are rumors of ferocious Pokémon here, right?"

“Huh? Is that so? But it’s just a rumor.” Nurse Joy was a little confused, while Moss pointed to the distance: “Houndoom is a Pokémon that is good at cooperating with its partners, has great intelligence, and can use various different calls to communicate with its partners and convey its feelings.”

"It will repeatedly emit terrifying howls that resound throughout the surrounding area before dawn to declare its territory and demonstrate the presence of its group."

"Although it is a nocturnal Pokémon, it will occupy any dark spaces nearby."

"When communicating with its partners and chasing prey, it will make different calls. It will use calls that only its partners can understand to determine their respective locations while relentlessly pursuing its prey and cornering it."

"Just now, the long howl of that Houndoom meant, 'There are invading foreign Pokémon here, come and help me, and call the leader to come too.'"

Miss Joey blinked, her expression blank for a moment before gradually turning into incredulous surprise.

"What...what are you saying? You translated the language of Pokémon?"

“I’ve done some research on this,” Lightmoy smiled. “You could also think of it as a kind of superpower. In short, there are people like me in other regions who can read the thoughts and language of Pokémon.”

Miss Nurse Joy was in a daze for a while before she gradually came to her senses. She had studied at Pokémon Centers in other regions before, and it seemed that she had actually seen people like that before!
“Now that you mention it—I think I vaguely remember,” Nurse Joy began to recall her past learning experience: “My hometown is the Padilla region, but I used to train at Pokémon Centers in other regions. It seems that in those other regions, there were often some strange people coming and going!”

"Back then, a friend I knew told me that those people had special abilities, and I thought she was joking! But they really do!"

Miss Joey's mood shifted from surprise to curiosity, and she became quite interested in the Lightmoss, but the Lightmoss looked back towards the direction of the Little Key Path.

"Now is not the time to chat, that ferocious Pokémon has come for revenge."

"Meow?" "Quack?"

"stay."

New Leaf Cat started bristling, Run Shui Duck began to dance nervously, and Silly Fire Crocodile stared wide-eyed in a certain direction.

On the mountain path of Little Key Path, a large group of Houndoom suddenly rushed out of a cave and surrounded several starter Pokémon!

An even more ferocious howl rang out!
A massive canine Pokémon, resembling Cerberus with its sharp, curved horns, white skeleton embedded in its body, leaped out of a cave in a nearby bay!

"Woof woof woof woof!!!"

Houndoom, the evolved form of Houndoom, is classified as a Dark Pokémon!

Houndoom let out a threatening growl, gnashing its teeth and contorting its face!
A few arrogant Pokémon invaded our territory.
And you two humans dared to invade my territory; you have already met your demise!
"Whoa! It really is... a Houndoom!"

Miss Joy also stepped out from behind the counter and was startled to see the massive army of Hounds nearby: "So the truth behind the rumors about the ferocious Pokémon circulating around here... is this guy!"

However, she found that the moss didn't react at all, as if the big black dog wasn't even there!
Lightmoss sized up the Blackhound in front of it:

"If the horns on its head are large and curve backward, then such a Houndoom is the leader of the pack."

That's right, this Black Rhino is the same one that attacked Guruton and the protagonist in the Gulf Cave during the Crimson Ridge storyline, and its fixed level is 40.

However, it is still far from that height. Lightmoss discovered that although the guy's horns were very curved, they were not thick enough.

Clearly, it has only been evolving for a short time!

As for the level, it's only around 24!
"When this Pokémon is angry, the flames it breathes are mixed with toxins and have a pungent smell. It can use these toxin-infused flames to kill its opponent."

"If you are burned by the flames it breathes from its mouth, the wound will be painful no matter how long it takes."

"Its characteristic is a terrifying howl. Upon hearing its terrifying howl, Pokémon will tremble and rush back to their nest."

"In some regional legends, it is regarded as an evil spirit, an embodiment of destruction, and a fearsome mastiff."

Miss Joy blinked: "Are you...a PhD in biology?"

"By the way, the way you spoke earlier made you sound like a researcher, and you even entrusted the [Original Partner] with something. But things are very dangerous right now!"

Nurse Joy also took out a Poké Ball: "If you need to battle, I can help you recover!"

"I never expected that such a ferocious Pokémon as Houndoom would exist in the peaceful town of Key Town. This is very dangerous for the surrounding residents!"

"Gagaga!" Houndoom roared fiercely at Miss Joy!

"【Don't think I don't know you're talking badly about me】, that's what it says." Lightmoss chuckled, which only annoyed Houndoom more!

As the regional leader, it will not tolerate anyone challenging its authority!

They also do not allow their territory to be invaded by other Pokémon, and they cannot tolerate their "team members" being attacked by outside Pokémon!

How can a weak Pokémon defeat a powerful Pokémon?

Guangtai looked at the three somewhat fearful [Original Companions]: "Don't be afraid, just use this guy as a stepping stone for your growth."

"As for its underlings..."

The diving ball on the Lightmoss backpack emitted light and opened with a bang!
Seek inner strength to transform into an all-powerful being.

Activate the Spell Card. Hero Arrives!

"man!"

The Dolphin Man appeared on the field, looking at the large circle of Fire and Dark type Pokémon around him, his heart of justice burning brightly!

Any evil will eventually be brought to justice!
It swung its arms, creating massive waves that swept all the dogs into the whirlpool! The roaring waves completely extinguished the power of the flames!

Lightmoss: "In group battles, moves like Rock Slide and Surf are very useful as they can attack all Pokémon on the field or all of the opponent's Pokémon."

"That, that's Dolphin Man?! It's real! Just like the illustrations in the book!"

Miss Joy was taken aback. Looking at the Ocean Ranger who had wiped out all of Deruby in one move, she was first surprised, and then showed an expression of admiration!

For the Pardia, who had no legends, Dolphin Man was a legend!
Houndoom was terrified that his minions had been wiped out in an instant!

"It's not over yet," Guangtai chuckled.

Dolphin Man used his surfing ability to wipe out a group of more than 15 Derubis!
Although these puppies are not high-level, averaging only level 3-5, the accumulated experience they provide is minimal. However, for low-level starter Pokémon, this is quite considerable!

Thus, New Leaf Cat, Silly Fire Crocodile, and Water Duck all felt their own power growing!

While this is far from enough to defeat Houndoom in a one-on-one battle, it would be possible if all three attacked together, with a suitable leader!
"As the level increases, the move pool will also expand. Although the moves that can be learned through normal leveling up are not very effective against Houndoom, there are still some underhanded tactics. After all, it's three against one now!" These three starter Pokémon were not "systematically bred" but captured and selected. For this reason, they have mastered some "unique moves" for survival in the wild.

for example!

"New Leaf Cat! Throw mud!"

"Ha!" Xin Ye Miao also breathed on the ground, slapped her little paw on the ground, and a ball of mud flew out with a whoosh!

Houndoom was hit with a thud and unexpectedly let out a painful roar!

"Rugaga!?"

It couldn't understand how the Grass-type Pokémon could throw such a powerful mud ball! Fortunately, the difference in strength between the two was like an insurmountable chasm; Houndoom was only startled by the power and immediately charged forward!

The raging fire in his mouth burst out with a thunderous roar!

Burn it to ashes! Attack your opponent with flames; if they are carrying tree fruit, burn it to render it unusable!

Intense flames surrounded New Leaf Cat, but the next moment, the chubby Silly Fire Crocodile jumped into the flames!
"Fire-type Pokémon are twice as resistant to fire. Slowpoke, throw out Neosnake, and then use Slack."

With a determined look in his eyes, the Fire Crocodile rescued New Leaf Cat from the flames, then sat down on the spot with a thud. When the flames dissipated, the Fire Crocodile was almost unharmed.

Take a break and secretly rest to restore half of your maximum HP.

The injured parts of his body shimmered under the white energy. Then, his body was instantly enveloped in a green halo, and he regained his lost strength!
Newleafy hissed again, and with two loud slaps, two clumps of mud hit Houndoom once more!

Great effect!

"Huh~!" Miss Joy also noticed something was wrong. Although the big black dog was ferocious, it was being beaten down by a kitten.

"From the perspective of strength, this situation should not have occurred."

"Meow~" New Leaf Meow threw out another clod of dirt, raising its head with great confidence!
I'm different from the rest of my kind!
"It's [Transformation at Will]," Lightmoy explained to Miss Joey, shaking her finger.

"This new Leafeon's ability is different from the others we occasionally see. Its ability to change its type allows it to match the moves it uses!"

"In other words, the current Leafeon is a Ground-type Pokémon!"

Ground-type attacks are not resistant to fire, but they are not weak to fire either. Therefore, even if Newleaf Cat is hit and surrounded by the burnt flames, it can still continue to fight!

What's more, there's also the Fire Crocodile as a "human shield"!

Miss Joy realized, "I see. So the reason we didn't let Water Duck use Water Gun to rescue us is because Newleaf Meow is a Ground-type right now!"

"Meowha!"

Xin Ye Miao nodded.

That's right, that's right. If I were to choose a trainer in the future, I would definitely choose someone like this. Only by fully understanding the habits and abilities of Pokémon can I command them to achieve the highest battle scores!
Just like now! Even the terrifying hellfire hounds can be easily taken down!
Ah! This feels so good!

Newleaf Meowth happily threw mud. Although it had used the same move to deal with Fire-type Pokémon before, this was the first time it had been able to launch an attack so smoothly and enjoyably!
Lightmoss: "That's right. Moreover, Duck is the key attacker, so it needs to build up its power. And Feraligatr's flames will be swallowed by Houndoom's ability, so it's better to just act as a support."

Enraged by the mud attack, Houndoom spewed out another burst of flame, but the flame missed its target entirely!

Lightmoss directed Newleaf and Slowpoke: "While Mud Throw is a common move, and even Pokémon that don't know this move can use it, if you successfully use this move and hit your opponent, it will lower their accuracy."

"Even if the mud doesn't blind you, your accuracy will plummet. I've already hit you five times with the mud, and your accuracy is down to only 38%!"

"At the same time, the new Leafy, now a Ground-type, will receive a Same Type Attack bonus when using Mud Throw, increasing its power from 20 to 30."

"Although it's just a small improvement."

"But when hit against an opponent who is exceptionally effective..."

"Double the weakness means double the damage."

A move with a power of only 20 becomes equivalent to a skill with a power of 60 after being doubled several times! Even for a level 24 Houndoom, this is a rather painful attack!

"Fire Crocodile, bite!"

"Slowpoke!" Slowpoke let out a fierce roar, opened its big mouth, and bit down on Houndoom's leg with a whoosh!

The big black dog's body suddenly stiffened!
"Additional effect of biting: Cowardice!"

Moreover, the chance of shrinking back is as high as 30%!

Lightmoy shook her head at Houndoom: "Even a weak move can lead to unexpected results if used at the right time. Pokémon battles are essentially battles of random numbers."

"Water Duck, aim at the water gun!"

The Pokémon was unable to move while in a state of flinching. After waiting for a long time, the Hydreigon let out a loud quack and sprayed a strong stream of water, which hit Houndoom perfectly!
Great effect!

Lightmoss: "The idea that Pokémon are weak is just people's opinion. It would be a big mistake to underestimate your opponent because of that. However, you wouldn't understand this if you were talking about wild Pokémon."

The main purpose of flinching is to make accurate shots. Houndoom's agility is definitely higher than that of the three starter Pokémon, so it needs to be constantly weakened or controlled.

"Kick him down!"

Kick your opponent's foot hard to make them fall and then attack. The heavier the opponent, the greater the power!

"Quack!" The water duck had already rushed out, patting its wing against its forehead!
These evil forces are easy to deal with, and they're not that difficult for me either. As long as I take action, everything will be over!
I'm a sliding shovel!
"Luga!"

The cowering Blackie was kicked to the ground, and the big black dog couldn't even understand what was happening!
Double the damage, an excellent effect!

"Croak, croak croak—"

The duck stroked its mane, feeling incredibly handsome.

Hmph, a Fire/Dark type Pokémon?

You are too arrogant.

No one was born in the sky, not you, not me, not even the Blazing Roaring Tiger.

The unbearable void on the throne of heaven is about to end. From this day forward, I will stand in the heavens!

"Cuck!"

"This personality trait isn't overconfidence."

Guangtai was quite surprised. After thinking for a moment, she wondered whether she should change the characteristics of this "Blue Dyke". But if she did that, she would also have to change the characteristics of the Silencer, otherwise it would be unfair.

On the other side of the small path, an elderly man with white hair, dressed in a white researcher's uniform, had somehow appeared and witnessed the entire battle.

He was quite surprised, showing great amazement at the familiarity with the habits and abilities of various Pokémon that Lightmoss displayed, as well as the process of smoothly using them!

At the same time, he confirmed that the person in front of him was the "new Four Heavenly Kings" who was waiting for him!
"Ah! The person I've been waiting for has arrived!" Guangtai also saw the old man and waved to him from not far away: "Mr. Claver, you've arrived quite punctually! Or have you been watching from nearby all along?"

The old man walked towards the moss, filled with emotion:

"Sorry, I got a little too engrossed in watching. What a fantastic battle! That powerful Houndoom was defeated without any chance to fight back. The additional effects and special moves that triggered combo attacks, as well as the aftereffects—all of this was demonstrated in the battle!"

"So, these three powerful Pokémon are the 'starter partners' that you carefully selected?"

"Lightmoss, one of the Four Heavenly Kings, an expert in steel-type attacks. Nice to meet you, I am Clavel! You are even more powerful than I've heard!"

Miss Joy looked at the moss with a blank expression, then at Clavel, and suddenly realized what the "Four Heavenly Kings" were really called.
"Hey hey hey hey! Is that the new Heavenly King with the special rumors going around lately?!"

"Hello! I am Mimosa. You participated in a bullfighting competition and won the championship! Could you please sign my autograph?"

The name made Guangtai pause slightly, then a subtle expression appeared on her face.

The nurse at the medical clinic after Mimosa Teacher Academy, on a sandbar in the South Padia Sea not far from the town of Little Key, is a model named Namiko who will briefly mention Mimosa's past.

It seems that she and that model used to work at the same Pokémon Center, but later went on to pursue different careers because of their respective dreams.

"Although they're both Nurse Joy, like Sunflower, she's the 'older sister' at the Pokémon Center, not a member of the Nurse Joy family. However, the fact that they both dye their hair pink is quite a common trait!"

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Little Key Town, under the tree near the battle location.

There was a girl, about 8 years old, with a slight glint in her eyes, who witnessed the three Pokémon defeating Houndoom, and the appearance of Dolphin Hero, who annihilated all the Houndooms in one move!

The intense and wondrous battle scenes are etched in my mind and I can't shake them off!

"That's Pokémon battles!"

(End of this chapter)