You are not allowed to be a Pokémon Trainer!

Chapter 218, "Analyzing the Rationality of Team Composition Through the Reason Why the Blazing Roaring Tiger is a God" (5k)
The test drive experience of Devon's first high-tech flying car was absolutely perfect.

Although Rie Kuroda explained that its top speed can reach 300 kilometers per hour, comparable to a high-speed train.

High-speed trains have tracks to ensure unobstructed travel, but flying cars do not.

Fearing he might transform into a prison guard, Xia Chi gave the newly crowned racing legend Rotom a death order: he could not drive at speeds exceeding 150 km/h.

Rotom doesn't joke about such important security matters, and he readily agreed.

After driving along the coastline of Kanaz for more than half an hour, Xia Chi, having had her fill of fun, returned to the top floor of the Devon Building where she had started.

Rie Kuroda remained dutifully waiting in the same spot.

Turn off the engine and open the door.

Xia Chi stepped out of the car feeling refreshed. He casually put his bear apprentice, who was drowsy from the smooth flight, as well as Victini and Winged Flying, who were tired from playing, back into their Poké Balls.

Tire Cat gracefully jumped out of the passenger seat and flicked her tail.

"Mr. Xia Chi, how was the experience?"

Rie Kuroda asked jokingly, "You are the first person outside of Devon to test drive it, and we really need feedback from potential customers like you."

Xia Chi praised without reservation: "Great, it's even more stable than riding sprites."

This is certainly not an exaggeration; in terms of comfort and quietness, a fully enclosed cabin is definitely better than a "panoramic sunroof" style flying elf.

Unless you're sitting in the beak of a huge beaked gull.

However, the thought of such a bizarre scene is hardly comfortable.

Therefore, Xia Chi was very satisfied with President Zifuqi's little gift, which was even better than receiving a Flying-type Pokémon as a gift.

After all, compared to something as "ordinary" as the Steel Armored Raven, a high-tech flying car is a hundred times more eye-catching in the air.

"The only problem, or rather, the pain point that can be improved, is..."

Xia Chi stroked his chin and suggested, "It would be great if we could catch them into the ball like elves."

Rie Kuroda smiled wryly and said, "We've considered this idea, but it's difficult to implement."

Xia Chi looked at Rotom, who had just emerged from the carriage, and a thought flashed through his mind. "What if we combine it with Rotom to create a [flying car Rotom] similar to an elf?"

Just like how ordinary microwave ovens and lawnmowers can't fit into Poké Balls, when combined with Rotom to form "FireCloth" and "GrassCloth," they can be considered as Pokémon that are caught in the ball.

In fact, Rotom can also be stored in a Poké Ball, but it's not very big to begin with, so there's usually no need for it.

Xia Chi's suggestion made Kuroda Rie's eyes light up, and she said excitedly, "It's a very constructive suggestion. Our internal engineers are stuck in the mindset of traditional mechanical engineering, only thinking about vehicle-machine interconnection, and have overlooked the unique solution path of 'Rotom Evolution' for Pokémon. Thank you for your suggestion."

After the test drive, Xia Chi went downstairs and chatted with President Zvoich for a while. Xia Chi politely declined his offer to stay for dinner and took his leave.

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Since he was a guest from afar, President Zifuqi naturally made proper arrangements for Xia Chi's food and lodging.

Xia Chi continued to stay in the most luxurious hotel suite in all of Kanaz.

In total, from Shanghai to Beishang Township, and then to Niangguang City in Padiya and Gongmen City in Galar, Xia Chi has visited almost all the famous luxury hotels in the world.

The hardship he endured while traveling was probably drinking iced Americano.

Well, if it's from the Pokémon world, it should be called "Ice Unova"?
As usual, I had a video call with Daigo, the stone fanatic, who was far away in Carlos, searching for the legend of the "Diamond Kingdom".

Daigo said he would probably be able to return to Kanaz City in about five days, and hoped that Natsumi would wait for him to come back so they could meet before setting off on their exploration.

There is nothing wrong with Xia Chi.

His trip to the Hoenn region wasn't solely for battle rounds, or rather, it wasn't just that.

In the Pokémon world, there is also an eternal "main quest," which is for trainers to become stronger.

I haven't even fully evolved my "starter Pokémon" Tirecat into Magic Masked Cat yet, so there's huge room for improvement in my strength.

This is a good opportunity to improve the strength of the Pokémon during this Hoenn journey.

As for how to improve, the answer is, of course, to compete with the best.

Besides Devon, a technological gem, another shining name in Kanaz City is the Kanaz Trainer School.

Ruby, whom Xia Chi had faced at the World Pokémon Academy Tournament in Kitakami Township a few months ago, was representing the Kanaz Trainer School.

Although he seems to be a traveling trainer, he was only nominally recruited to represent this academy.
But it doesn't matter, Xia Chi isn't going to challenge the students here—

To put it arrogantly, even Ruby, who represents the highest combat power, was defeated by them. The level of the other students is probably not much stronger than the senior students of the combat academy of Shanghai universities.

So Xia Chi went to challenge the teacher!
For example, Ms. Dujuan, who also serves as the head of the Kanaz Gym.

"Speaking of which, I suddenly remembered that when Cuckoo heard you were coming to Hoenn, she specifically asked me to invite you to the Trainer Academy. Well, not a challenge, but a lecture."

Xia Chi was thinking about challenging Du Juan when Dai Wu suddenly mentioned her during a video call.

"me?"

Xia Chi asked incredulously, "I'm going to the Kanaz Trainer Academy to give lectures?"

I'm still a freshman in college myself.

They asked me to teach other students, saying that...

"Is Teacher Mizuya really that modest?"

Steven's icy blue eyes held a mischievous smile. "Now the whole world knows that your tactical philosophy has influenced the champions of at least the last two Pokémon Championships in the past six months."

Xia Chi frowned slightly. Who would win the championship in two consecutive years?
How come I didn't know I had this ability?

A thought flashed through his mind, "Oh, you mean the Electric and Multi-Attribute Specialist Competition?"

Daigo nodded and said, "That's right. Not to mention Mismagius, which is almost a direct descendant of your Winged Beast, even Cynthia's Rockruff and Milotic show the influence of your video tactical explanations."

Xia Chi: "."

The gym leader and the champion are, as I say, the shadows of a rookie trainer.
You've turned the Heavenly Gang upside down, buddy!
"Du Juan is your loyal fan."

Daigo continued with a laugh, his tone slightly teasing, "She breaks down almost every one of your tactical analysis videos into classic lesson plans to use in teaching her students. So, you could say she's a little fangirl of yours?"

The image of a cuckoo appeared in Xia Chi's mind.

Calm and meticulous in personality, passionate about teaching, and well-versed in tactics, he is known by his students as a "walking Pokémon textbook".

However, these are not the key points.

A beautifully styled double ponytail bun, a long, bookish dress, and those classic red tights.
"go with!"

Xia Chi sat up straight instantly, his expression solemn, his tone righteous and indignant.

"I believe that sharing and exchanging tactical insights with outstanding students from the Kanaz Trainer School is an excellent opportunity to promote academic exchange between the East and Hoenn Leagues and enhance friendship between trainers from both regions. This is very meaningful!"

Daiwu: "."

Although I don't know why Xia Chi's attitude suddenly changed drastically, the result is always good.

He nodded and said, "Then I'll talk to my cousin in a bit. You can just go to the Trainer Academy tomorrow."

Xia Chi asked in surprise, "Cousin?"

Daigo naturally replied, "Yes, in terms of blood relations, Azalea is my distant cousin."

"So this is ah."

This was the first time Xia Chi had ever heard of this claim.

It seems that this point has not been mentioned in any other media, whether games, animations, or comics.

But then again, it's no wonder that Dujuan is also a stone enthusiast.

Now the case is solved.

It is a family tradition of learning passed down through generations.

I accepted the invitation and hung up the call with Daigo.

Xia Chi was in the hotel thinking about the content of the lecture he would be giving at the Trainer Academy the next day.

First, the underhanded tactics used in most games cannot be copied directly.

As mentioned many times before, in real-world combat there are no restrictions on moves, and tactics that rely too much on specific skill combinations can be rendered useless by a single [Taunt].

Cynthia's success stemmed from exploiting an information gap in her opponent's abilities.

Moreover, explaining individual tactics is not very practical.

Should students be encouraged to train specific Pokémon for competitions?

This is somewhat of an overcorrection and could easily mislead students into the misconception of "only following the formula".

Therefore, the course content still needs to be more universal.
Xia Chi suddenly had some ideas.

For a group of students who have not yet formed a complete team of six elves.

Nothing is more universal and more important than the basic team composition.

After determining the core issues, Xia Chi asked Rotom to prepare some relevant materials.

After Xia Chi had completely organized the "lesson plan", she was finally able to go to sleep peacefully.

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The next morning.

I usually train my Pokémon in the small training room of the hotel suite.

After breakfast, Xia Chi drove his newly acquired "Rotom Flying Car" to the Kanaz Trainer School.

Actually, the Trainer Academy is also located in the city center, not far from the hotel where Xia Chi is staying.

But it's a brand new car, and it would be a shame not to drive it. The cool flying car slowly landed from the sky in front of the rather large trainer school.

The futuristic-looking scene drew gasps of amazement and admiration from those around them.

Xia Chi, who had long since transcended vulgar tastes, would not feel secretly pleased by such a gaze.

After parking the car, he led Tiree into the gates of the Trainer School.

In fact, since he went to Beishang Township, he has never returned to his alma mater, Shanghai University.

This time, at the world-renowned Kanaz Trainer School, he actually took on the role of a guest instructor.

Reflecting on the unpredictability of life, Xia Chi looked around at this school in the Pokémon world, which was perhaps second only to Celadon University in the Kanto region.

Swampert, Blaziken, and Sceptile, which can be seen everywhere by the roadside, certainly outclass their own Shanghai university trainers in terms of quality.

After all, even Xia Chi's own Tire Cat is still three or four levels away from completing its final evolution.

We waited for a moment at the agreed-upon location, not far from the main gate of the campus, where the "standing confrontation statues" were located.

Soon, a familiar, scholarly figure came running up, carrying a thick hardcover book.

It is a cuckoo.

She was still wearing her signature black long dress, full of preppy style.

Her twin ponytails swayed gently as she ran, and her fair cheeks were flushed with a lovely blush from the exercise.

What's most eye-catching is still that pair of bright red pantyhose that cover her shapely calves.

"Teacher Xia Chi!"

Du Juan ran up to her, slightly out of breath, her voice filled with barely concealed excitement and a hint of nervousness at meeting her idol.

Her cheeks were flushed; I couldn't tell if it was from exercise or from being emotionally agitated.

She pressed down on the hem of her skirt, which was fluttering slightly as she ran, and bowed slightly, saying, "I'm sorry to have kept you waiting!"

Her manners, movements, and demeanor were impeccable, befitting a lady from a distinguished family.

Xia Chi was somewhat flattered and quickly replied, "You're too kind, Master Dujuan. I've only been here a short time, and you can just call me Xia Chi. I really don't deserve to be called 'teacher'."

Du Juan straightened up, her bright eyes sparkling with pure light: "No, no, you deserve it. Last night, when I heard from my cousin Da Wu that you had agreed to teach, I was so excited that I almost couldn't sleep!"

Her face flushed even more, whether from lingering heat or emotional excitement, it was hard to tell.

"Your tactical ideas have been very inspiring to my teaching. It is an honor for Kanaz Trainer School to have you here in person to share them!"

Xia Chi smiled slightly and said, "Not at all, it is my honor to receive the invitation from the Azalea Pavilion Master."

Du Juan is very well-known at the school. The two of them had only been there for a short time when many passing students had already noticed them.

Feeling the increasing number of curious gazes from the students around her, Du Juan realized that she had lost her composure.

He quickly composed himself, and said apologetically, "Ah, I'm sorry, I got a little too excited. It's not convenient here. Please come to my office to talk in detail."

"of course."

Xia Chi nodded with a smile.

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Although they said they would talk in detail in the office, Du Juan clearly couldn't resist.

Along the way, she couldn't wait to discuss tactics with Xia Chi.

The topics mostly revolved around what Xia Chi had shown in the game when he was a streamer half a year ago.

Things like scattering nails, heavy space, improved rain and sunshine, and even the "Chemical Squad" that defeated the Galar champions two months ago.

Even Xia Chi himself was somewhat surprised by the few obscure tactics he heard: "So I've used these before?"

Xia Chi's familiarity with the story made her believe what Daigo had said last night, which seemed like a joke: "Dujuan is your fangirl."

To be honest, Cuckoo is a famous beauty gym leader in the Hoenn region, and her fame is comparable to that of Wallace's goddess, Naughty.

Having such a famous fan who appreciates her talent rather than her looks, it's impossible for Xia Chi not to be happy.

They chatted with Du Juan, the most tactical expert among the museum owners, until they arrived at Du Juan's office.

"So, what tactics is Teacher Xia Chi going to explain today?"

As soon as she sat down, Du Juan asked expectantly, "Don't worry about the tactical chain being too long. You can talk for several days in a row. My students can handle it!"

You guys can endure it, but I can't!
Xia Chi thought to himself, but made up a reason: "Daiwu said he would be back in a few days, so I won't say it will be too long."

"It's alright, don't worry about it."

Du Juan smiled kindly: "I can find a way to make my cousin Da Wu come back a few days later."

Xia Chi: "."

What a display of brotherly and sisterly respect!

Xia Chi had no choice but to say helplessly, "But I have other matters to attend to in Fengyuan, some important investigations and research."

"Oh, is that so?"

Du Juan looked very disappointed.

However, she knew that Xia Chi did indeed have some academic research work, and to some extent, his achievements in this area were even greater than in tactical development.

Du Juan bit her lip slightly and asked, "Okay, then... before you leave Kanaz City, could you try to teach a few more classes?"

"I can give you a few of my treasured items!"

Xia Chi's lips twitched. "Excuse me, does this 'treasured collection' refer to stones?"

The mention of stones made Du Juan's eyes light up even more: "Hmm, Teacher Xia Chi, are you also interested in stones?"

Xia Chi replied vaguely, "You could say that, right?"

His core objective for this trip was indeed to find the Keystone and the Megastone, so it wasn't entirely unfounded.

I just don't have much interest in ordinary rocks normally.

However, he ultimately couldn't bear to refuse Du Juan's warm invitation.

I'll just be teaching a few classes, and this is a good opportunity to stay at the Trainer Academy for a few more days and exchange ideas with the instructors.

Anyway, there are no other arrangements in Kanaz City for the time being.

"Okay, I'll give the lecture."

Xia Chi nodded. "There's no need for that."

He paused for a moment, then added, "Of course, if there's a stone I particularly like, that's a different story."

"Good~"

Du Juan's smile became even brighter after she unexpectedly discovered that she shared a "common hobby" with her idol.

"So what will Teacher Xia Chi be talking about today?"

Du Juan brought the topic back to the main point, saying, "I want the students to preview the material in advance."

Xia Chi replied, "No need for pre-reading. This is just one person's opinion; treat it as a lecture. As for the content..."

He thought for a moment and described it as, "It's probably related to the team's overall strategy?"

"The overall strategy for building the team"

Du Juan pondered these relatively unfamiliar words carefully.

To be honest, in this world that values ​​intense battles and relies more on the individual strength of the Pokémon and the trainer's intuition...

The systematic thinking about team composition, attribute-based defense, tactical coordination, and complementary abilities—these "holistic" concepts do seem somewhat ahead of their time.

Most trainers choose their Pokémon based on personal preference.

Including Xia Chi himself.

However, Xia Chi himself is overpowered, so he's an exception that doesn't need to be considered.

If it weren't for Tongzi, he would have definitely considered these factors more carefully when choosing his elf partner.

However, for most ordinary trainers, the choice of Pokémon pairings is very important if they want to achieve greater success in their trainer career.

In fact, champions like Cynthia, Dante, and Yajima, whose strength is clearly a level above in recent years, are examples of this.
Their team structure is much more scientific and rational.

You might say they weren't even aware of this, but that's not necessarily true.

However, a complete academic system has not yet been formed.

There are many reasons for this. Firstly, the champions have a lot on their plate, including training, league affairs, and personal hobbies such as excavating ruins, shooting commercials, and making movies.
There was simply no time to summarize and conclude.

Secondly, Leon and his team may not have noticed something when choosing their Pokémon partners, and only realized it after becoming champions and looking back.

My team is actually so scientific and well-organized!

In other words, it's not that they formed this team because they were champions, but rather that they became champions because they formed this team.

This statement is certainly an exaggeration and may deny the personal efforts and talent of the champions.

But the meaning is similar.

"So my topic today is..."

Pulling himself back to reality, Xia Chi smiled slightly and said, "Let's analyze the rationality of team composition by examining 'Why the Blazing Roaring Tiger is a god'."

(Daily 10,000 words completed, update progress 37/43)

P.S. What would you like to see in the next side story? I feel like writing side stories is quite a mood-lifting activity (lol).
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