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Chapter 375 Green: No, what dojo would send out a divine beast to test newcomers?!
Tuesday, May 3th.

Due to the time difference, while the sun was just rising in Padia and Aoba was still lost in his dreams, it was already noon in the Kanto region.

Qinglv, who made a splash in Qingyu's live stream yesterday, also arrived at the Crimson Lotus Gym on time as promised.

"As expected of Red Lotus Town, which is close to a volcano... it feels several degrees hotter than other cities."

Before entering the dojo, I looked around at the vast expanse of hot spring hotels and the billowing steam rising from the sky, and felt a surge of emotion.

Less than three months have passed since he set off from Pallet Town, and the Cinnabar Gym is already the seventh gym he has challenged.

Once he conquers this place, returns to Viridian City by water, and successfully challenges the Viridian Gym after it reopens, he will be able to collect all eight of the most difficult and prestigious Gym Badges and be the first to challenge the Indigo Plateau Champion Road!
Although there have been quite a few setbacks along the way, overall, Qinglv's progress is actually quite impressive.

Apart from his arch-rival Crimson, there shouldn't be anyone faster than him!
"In such an environment, it is definitely a good thing for me, who is good at using fire."

"It's just a contest of raw strength... Blaine wouldn't bring out his full strength team to fight me in a mere gym battle!"

"So, it's not a big problem!"

After quietly encouraging herself, Qinglu quickly revealed a confident smile, put her hands in her pockets, and walked into the Crimson Lotus Dojo.

"Hello, you're the guy from Green who made a reservation in advance to challenge the gym leader, right?"

A female dojo apprentice immediately noticed his arrival and came over to him.

When Qinglu nodded, she quickly revealed a slightly eerie smile and then gestured for her to proceed.

"Master Xia Bo has already entered the venue to prepare. Please follow me."

"Speaking of which, you must be a very strong trainer, right? There aren't many trainers who can make the Gym Leader take things seriously."

"Besides you, another trainer who made him go all out this year was a newcomer wearing a red baseball cap. His Pikachu was really amazing and left a deep impression on us all~"

Hearing this, Qinglu, who was walking behind her, instantly understood who the "newcomer" she was referring to was.

It's clearly crimson!
Their paths are completely opposite, so it's reasonable that Crimson would challenge the Crimson Gym before him.

"Hmm... he is indeed very strong."

Qinglu nodded, her eyes instantly becoming serious, and she revealed an extremely confident smile.

"However, I will prove that I am stronger than him."

The apprentice did not reply, but simply smiled politely.

The conversation abruptly ended.

The two remained silent for a short while before entering a secret passage deep within the dojo. After a brief journey, the path suddenly opened up, leading them to a lava field that appeared to be located inside a volcano.

For Qinglv, who was visiting for the first time, this venue was truly amazing.

Nearby are rock walls formed from cooled magma, with magma rolling in the crevices clearly visible. The temperature is so high that just standing still makes you sweat instantly.

In the center of the dojo grounds, a bald old man wearing sunglasses and a researcher's uniform stood with his arms crossed. When he noticed Qinglv appear, he silently nodded in Qinglv's direction.

Clearly, he is Xia Bo, the master of the Crimson Lotus Dojo.

Qinglu was stunned for a moment, but encouraged by the apprentice's gaze, she took the initiative to walk over.

“Hello, Mr. Chapel, I am today’s challenger, Green.”

Before the battle began, Qinglu politely introduced herself.

"I heard my grandfather, Professor Oak, mention you. He said you were a famous trainer in their time, and like my grandfather, you later became a researcher, and you have a unique understanding of Fire-type Pokémon."

"Haha! It's really gratifying to receive praise from Mr. Oki!"

Blair laughed loudly and imposingly, but quickly suppressed his laughter.

"However, let's chat after the challenge. I've been preparing for this battle all night!"

"Before you, there was a very outstanding newcomer who challenged me and made me feel like I was getting old."

"So ever since that boy named Crimson passed the test, I've become even stricter with truly capable trainers."

"Moreover... precisely because you are the grandson of Daiki and have gained the approval of that incredibly powerful young man Qingyu, even I can't help but start to look forward to your strength!"

"Enough with the small talk, let me see your full power!"

Xia Bo's words were clearly completely unexpected by Qing Lü.

It's one thing to be tricked by Teacher Yu, but along the way, which dojo didn't have Teacher Yu's shadow? I've almost gotten used to it.

But how could I possibly be tricked by this thick-browed, big-eyed guy, Chi Hong?
Even Grandpa...

Moreover, it sounds like Xia Bo was also in Qing Yu's live stream last night, so he probably already knows the general outline of his tactics...

Why do I suddenly have a bad feeling?
Perhaps due to the high ambient temperature, or perhaps simply due to the pressure he felt, large beads of sweat were already dripping from Qinglu's forehead.

However, this is only the beginning.

Under Qinglv's increasingly serious gaze, Xia Bo quickly snapped his fingers.

"Come out, old buddy."

Just as Green was about to throw the Poké Ball, he suddenly felt a jolt in his heart, and his expression became even more serious.

Because he suddenly felt a terrifying sense of oppression.

"boom--!"

Suddenly, a stream of flowing magma erupted from the huge rift behind Blair, accompanied by a loud roar filled with immense pressure.

A fiery red figure leaped out of the lava, and when Qinglu saw its true form, she couldn't help but hold her breath for a moment.

Its brown fur swayed with the air currents, and its mane flowed like smoke and clouds on its back. Its face alone exuded majesty, and it gained an even more divine aura in front of the erupting lava.

It was none other than the legendary Phoenix King's messenger, Emperor Yan!
(Emperor Yan)
When the Blue-Green Man saw the Pokémon that seemed to be sizing him up, he was dumbfounded.

This is a legendary being. Even if it is just an emissary under Ho-Oh and is known as one of the Three Holy Beasts along with Suicune and Raikou, it is still enough to be called a god to humans!

It is said that the Flame Emperor will only appear before those who are righteous and will test them with the sacred flame passed down from the Phoenix King.

Recalling the knowledge she had learned at Ooki's lab, Aomori subconsciously swallowed.

Whether it's right or wrong, I don't know, but this is definitely not something I should have encountered...

No way, what dojo would send out a mythical beast to test a newcomer?
Wait a minute... except for Teacher Yu!

Blaine seemed to have anticipated Green's shock, so he took the initiative to speak.

"Because I'm using power that surpasses the standards of a gym battle, I will only be sending out one Pokémon, Entei, for this assessment."

"As for the challenger... according to the rules of wild battles, it's fine for you to enter the battle with your six Pokémon together."

"This is a test specifically for you, Green Bro, and even Entei seems quite interested in you. Normally, it wouldn't show itself to a trainer on its own."

Seeing that Qinglu still looked troubled, Xia Bo quickly added with a smile.

"Don't worry! The Holy Flame is not fatal to trainers and Pokémon that have been recognized by Entei. Only those with evil intentions will be judged by it."

"However, because of the sacred flames bestowed by the Phoenix King, ordinary fire-attribute attacks will not have any effect on the Flame Emperor."

"As for how to break through the sacred flame, that depends on how you, Brother Qinglv, will direct it."

"..."

Qinglu fell silent.

This is targeted! It's clearly blatant targeting!

Knowing that he was going to use a Sunny Day team and that the team was mostly composed of Fire-type Pokémon, Blaine actually sent out such an overpowered legendary Pokémon to deal with him.

We can't afford to play this game!

It is obvious that Emperor Yan is not an opponent that he can deal with at his current level.

but……

Qinglu also understood that since Xia Bo had said so, it meant that she might not necessarily have no hope of winning.

Moreover, for any skilled trainer, having the opportunity to battle against a legendary god is a rare chance!
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; if you miss it, you may never have another chance.

Thinking of this, Qinglu couldn't help but take a deep breath.

In the end, he made a decision—

Without saying anything more, Green silently took out six Poké Balls from her pocket and looked at Entei, who was staring at her.

"Please allow me to take on this challenge."

That's right. If you are a truly strong-willed trainer, you will definitely choose to challenge even the creator god Arceus without hesitation!

If we can defeat Emperor Yan, our team's strength will definitely be elevated to a higher level, and the road to the championship will be much easier!

Thinking of this, Qinglu quickly revealed an excited smile.

After taking in his changes, Emperor Yan's eyes quickly revealed a hint of appreciation.

"Roar--!"

With a deafening roar from Emperor Yan...

The terrifying nightmare that Qinglv will experience for the next two weeks is about to begin.

……

While Qinglu was suffering at the Crimson Lotus Dojo, Qingyu had already escaped from her beautiful dream.

After getting up and washing up, Qingyu quickly left the dojo and tore down the note posted on the door.

The news of the Sunshine Dojo's reopening was announced to the students of Padiya during a live broadcast yesterday.

After his triumphant return from the Masters tournament, Qingyu has resumed his role as the "village chief of the newbie village".

Moreover, he also took on another important responsibility from the alliance.

On the road to the championship, he will serve as the temporary king, responsible for assessing the level of the newcomers.

Therefore, he also needs to start preparing.

"Starting today, shouldn't we let the students get used to the intensity of the road to becoming champions?"

"Xin Li said that the champions need to send out five main players, so it should be relatively easy for me to gather them."

"However, is it a bit too much to use the main lineup of the Superpower Masters Tournament to test them?"

While stretching, Qingyu looked up at the sky, muttered something to herself, and then looked at Millerton, who was sleeping soundly beside her. First, let's rule out that lazy bum!
Ever since I agreed to adopt Milton, it has always been the fastest runner in every battle, showing absolutely no dignity befitting a legendary Pokémon.

I wonder when this guy will finally stand up for himself...

If Milton were to regain its full strength, its imposing presence would far surpass that of any other Pokémon in the gym, even Mewtwo and Ursaring would probably be no match for it.

But when it comes to psychological problems, even you don't have many good solutions...

We can only wait for a future opportunity to enter Zone Zero and help Millerton overcome his inner demons and return to his peak.

After turning her gaze away from the Lung Mist Dragon, Qingyu looked around again and quickly spotted the Evil Pine, who was tending to the fields every morning as usual.

Egui Peng's strength is also exceptional; even in a top-tier lineup, he would be the absolute core of his team. If he gets serious, he might even be able to go toe-to-toe with the champion's main players.

In addition, with its unique mask crystallization mechanism, the Evil Spirit's combat power will only be more exaggerated.

However, at least in normal times, Ekipō is quite friendly, and its harmless and cute appearance makes it hard to associate it with the "Demon of Kitakami Village".

When facing newcomers, it's perfectly acceptable to hold back a little and put on a show of acting skills, just like when you battled Cattleya.

It would certainly be feasible to include it in a lineup of top stars, and it would be perfect for a grand finale appearance.

As for other main choices...

Mewtwo definitely can't be used. That little guy doesn't know his own strength, and if he gives the newcomers psychological trauma, we're doomed.

Moreover, strictly speaking, it cannot be considered a Pokémon it caught itself, and its current strength has already been tested in the Psychic Masters Tournament.

Supermodel, an absolute supermodel!

If you let it get hyped up and then let it undergo a Mega Evolution on its own, a newbie might just cry from fright.

So Mewtwo in Trainer Mode is more suitable for beginners... I guess?

As Qingyu pondered this, he returned to the Sunny Gym and looked around at the Pokémon in the customer lounge.

Sylveon and Lucario will definitely be the main force, after all, I've watched them grow up little by little.

Although they seem to have been using some overpowered abilities lately, their combat power isn't actually that much overpowered; it's just right for my current status as a temporary superstar.

"Buy?"

Sensing Qingyu's gaze, Sylveon, who was lying on the sofa waiting for dinner, suddenly opened its eyes.

Upon seeing Qingyu, the ribbon that had been hanging naturally on its body suddenly floated against gravity, swaying from side to side like a puppy's tail, allowing one to instantly discern its mood.

"It's nothing, I just think you look adorable today."

Qingyu smiled and walked over, patting its head.

"Buyi!"

Upon hearing the trainer's words, Sylveon suddenly let out a delicate shout and then disappeared in a flash as if fleeing.

Watching its somewhat disheveled back, Qingyu couldn't help but smile knowingly.

"Hmm... As expected, you still have to use Straight Ball to deal with a tsundere, even if it's a Pokémon."

With three Pokémon already confirmed, the next choice is pretty self-evident.

Qingyu quickly turned her gaze to the kitchen.

Through the half-open door, one could vaguely see the increasingly plump body of Ai-kan-sama's younger sister.

Ai-kanji, who performed well in this Superpower Master Competition, naturally has the opportunity to assess the students' abilities.

If we only compare stats, Indeedis does fall short compared to the other three Pokémon.

However... its special ability to sense the emotions of its opponents has ironically made it a good tool for testing the students' mentality.

For a trainer, cultivating a positive mindset is undoubtedly a crucial part of the journey to growth.

This is especially important when the opponent is yourself.

He can't even get past his own hurdles, let alone clear the Champion Road and become the champion?
Let's go back and reflect on it some more!
As for the choice of the last Pokémon...

Qingyu lowered her head and glanced at the little nest in the corner of the living room.

The armored dragon, its entire body covered in silvery-white armor, was curled up in a ball, enjoying its leisurely life.

Since its evolution, the Armored Dragon has been unable to speak and is also limited by its size and mobility, instantly reducing its presence in the gym to a minimum.

This kind of life will probably continue for some time before it evolves into the king of the skies, Salamence.

Although its combat power cannot compare with that of Salamence, the Shellder Dragon actually already has a certain level of combat power.

After waiting a few seconds, the Armored Dragon's attribute panel quickly appeared in Qingyu's eyes.

【Carapaceosaurus (male)】

[Attribute: Dragon]

[Characteristics: Hard Head]

[Moves: Slam, Protect, Dragon Breath, Terrifying Face, Dragon Claw, Crunch, Dragon Dive, Headbutt]

[A very stubborn personality.]

[You met it on December 20th, when it hatched in Little Key Town.]

I don't like the astringent taste.

[Yearning for the sky.]

Perhaps due to the free-range breeding method, the armored dragon did not show any obvious changes, except that it learned a new move: headbutt.

In high-level matches like the Masters Tournament, Shellder Dragon is indeed not suitable for the field. However, it's not a bad idea to let it participate more often in battles against other new trainers to get used to the battles in advance.

Perhaps battles can really grant experience, just like in a game, and help it evolve faster?
At this point, Qingyu had basically finalized his elite lineup.

Shellder Dragon, Espeon, Sylveon, Lucario, and Ursaring.

After removing Mewtwo and adding Shellder, just looking at the names, my team seems to have become much more legitimate.

After finishing the preparations, Qingyu breathed a sigh of relief and was about to go to the kitchen to help her younger sister, Aiguan.

However, as soon as he turned around, he saw the striking rainbow feathers displayed on his bedroom bookshelf.

For his Pokémon, the life energy of Rainbow Feather seems to be dispensable. Not counting Urgot with its Fire Mask, he doesn't have any Fire-type Pokémon in his team for the time being.

So I can only bring it back as a decoration.

"Speaking of which... isn't it said that whoever obtains the Rainbow Feather is essentially granted Ho-Oh's approval?"

Qingyu suddenly recalled her memories of the Phoenix King from her previous life.

"Obtaining Ho-Oh's feather is only the first step. You still need to undergo the trials of Ho-Oh's messengers to finally become the Rainbow Warrior..."

Even Ash Ketchum's super-realistic physique died once during a trial in the movie, so he shouldn't be courting death.

Recalling this, Qingyu shook her head.

It seems that Rainbow Wing can also sense the emotions of nearby trainers and has the power to absorb negative emotions.

However, when a trainer's negative emotions become too strong, Rainbow Wings seems to re-evaluate whether the trainer is qualified to become a "Rainbow Hero".

If the rainbow feathers completely fade, something terrible will happen.

"Thinking about it this way, it doesn't seem safe to leave it in the dojo at all."

Qingyu scratched his head.

He is quite confident in his ability to manage his emotions.

However, quite a few newcomers have broken down after challenging the gyms. What if Rainbow Wings can even sense their negative emotions...?

Sooner or later, Marshall will jump out of the shadows and punch himself!

Thinking of this, Qingyu subconsciously glanced at her feet.

Could it be that when I got the feather, Marshadow had already quietly slipped into my shadow?
Since it was daytime, there was no obvious shadow under his feet.

Of course, even with a shadow, he, as an ordinary human, would not be able to tell whether Marshall was there or not.

Compared to the Rainbow Hero's Trial, I'm actually more interested in Marshadow...

Qingyu couldn't help but think to herself.

Ho-Oh is too far away, and even if one were to gain its approval, there is no possibility of taming it.

In comparison, Marshadow, as Ho-Oh's messenger, is more cost-effective.

How can there be such an interesting move as "Shadow Steal"!

I wish Lucario could learn this trick too.

Of course, what Qingyu didn't know was...

At the same time, Marshall, whom he was thinking about, was also thinking about him.

……

As is well known, the Kanto region and the Padiya region are not on the same continent and span almost half the globe.

So when Aoba returned to the Padiya region across the ocean on a Dragonair flight attendant, Martha, who hadn't even had a chance to get on the bus, was instantly dumbfounded.

As the examiner of the Rainbow Hero Trials, Marshadow needs to conceal his presence as much as possible, observing the growth of the Ho-Oh Hero without revealing himself.

This is why there are almost no written records of it to this day, leaving only the legend of the "Shadow Guide".

But this was the first time Marsha had ever encountered a Rainbow Hero who had traveled to another region thousands of miles away during his trials of so many generations of Rainbow Heroes.

Unable to appear before humans and Pokémon, and missing the chance to slip into Blue Feather's shadow and leave with him through another dimension.

So now, Marshall is left with only one clumsy solution...

While Qingyu was fantasizing about "Marshad appearing beside me," Marshad, who was leisurely sailing on the vast ocean, was already filled with resentment.

"This is so troublesome... Is this the price of slacking off for too long?"

After silently giving this year's Rainbow Hero a bad review, Marshadow maintained his freestyle swimming posture while thinking to himself:
Now that you've obtained the Rainbow Feather and are qualified to become the Rainbow Hero, you should stay in Johto instead of running around!

Decided!
Once I find this year's Rainbow Warrior, I must increase the difficulty of the assessment!

Emperor Yan, Raikou, and Suijun are all indispensable; summon them all to boost the strength of this young Rainbow Warrior!
(End of this chapter)