Pokémon, Ash is going to become a perfect man from now on.

“It seems like Sinnoh’s journey will last a very long time,” Brock chimed in with a smile.

"The longer it lasts, the more fun we'll have!" Xiao Guang had fully regained his liveliness and excitedly made a wish, "This time, I'm definitely going to win the championship at the grand celebration!"

"Hey, why aren't they the double champions of the celebration and the league tournament?" Xiao Gang asked, puzzled.

"Because I'm waiting. What exactly does someone want to do in Sinnoh?" Dawn glanced meaningfully at Ash. "Keeping a promise and traveling with me sounds touching, but we can't just go on a journey without any goals, can we?"

"You'll wait, and it won't be long," Ash whispered his promise.

He has also been gathering some intelligence recently, and once all the assessments are completed, his attitude toward the Sinnoh League will be finalized.

Chapter 1185 Grass Turtle...and an Old Friend Reunited

"Grass Turtle, run faster! And watch out for dodges!"

As they approached the last forest in Zhuqing City, the group was practicing their daily routine in the woods.

A new figure has joined our companions: Sinnoh's Grass-type starter Pokémon, Torterra.

It was running back and forth in the open space, so fast that it left a trail of dust behind it.

This is the same Turtwig from the 'original work', and it shares similar personality and circumstances with the Seeds from the original series...

However, the person who is training it is Xiaoguang.

Youlin released 108 soul flames, which scattered in various places to surround and intercept the grass seed turtle. The little guy had to keep running and dodging, and absolutely could not be touched by the soul flames.

At the same time, it also frequently unleashes its leaf blades to shatter Piplup's occasional water wave attacks.

This training is quite physically demanding; the baby turtle was soon panting heavily, but it did make it more agile and swift.

"Xiao Guang is amazing! He developed such speed so quickly," Xiao Gang remarked meaningfully while preparing food.

The little AI could tell that he was worried about Xiao Guang's training methods.

Uncle Gang also awakened this part of the 'memory' in the original work when he traveled to another world in Asakusa City, so he also knew about the 'future' of the Turtles.

To put it bluntly, they were the main force before evolution, but became cannon fodder as they evolved.

The agility that Torterra honed during its Grassy Turtwig stage was completely sealed away by its evolved size. Even with the encouragement of a formidable rival, Torterra ultimately couldn't salvage its record.

Objectively speaking, this type of tank-type Pokémon really doesn't suit Ash's style, and the training methods are naturally...

"Don't worry, Xiao Guang will be fine training like this." Xiao Zhi shook his head with a smile. "The Turtwig type is not a pure tank. It must always maintain the necessary mobility and bursts of power in order to exert its strongest offensive power."

Ash's assessment of Torterra was that it was born at the wrong time.

He used to share Xiao Gang's views, but after his trip to Xicui, he realized something...

The Tortoise is not a pure heavy tank at all, but a front-line attacker capable of both attacking and tanking!

Its special attack isn't particularly impressive, so its herb-like skills like Leaf Storm and Energy Ball only serve to restrain it; its real damage output comes from its close-range Wood Hammer.

As for the Earth type, besides Earthquake, the Green Tortoise, like the Moon Bear, can learn the most powerful Ground-type move, Leap Attack.

In addition, Stone Edge, which is usually used to cover blinds, has terrible accuracy... All of this means that Torterra must get close and use its ultimate ability to unleash its full power.

To get close enough to the face, mobility is essential.

Based on this analysis, it's clear that Zhiye's approach to breeding baby grass turtles was actually correct... but he didn't implement it thoroughly enough.

In the original story, the tortoise wanted to go from being cannon fodder to becoming a main force, but it lacked a crucial skill!

Rock Polishing can increase Speed ​​by 2 levels. The Giant Iron Raptor is very good at this move. After activating it, it can easily outmaneuver Ash's Torterra in battle.

Torterra is slightly heavier than Tyrannosaurus Rex, but its quadrupedal footing allows it to better support its weight, and its base speed is also faster than Tyrannosaurus Rex…

Therefore, in theory, as long as Torterra trains its limb strength and masters the Rock Cutter move, it is entirely possible for it to charge at high speed with its massive and heavy body.

Now that Sinnoh's journey has 'reopened,' Dawn has taken over the task of catching Turtwig, and she will turn this theory into reality through a series of training programs!

"Stop! Running training is over. After a short rest, do push-ups... Chizi, remember to apply gravity!"

In terms of Pokémon training, Light Temple obviously doesn't need Ash and Grimm to worry about it anymore.

After completing the agility training of shuttle runs, the next course for the baby turtles is to improve their physical strength, and gravity push-ups are undoubtedly the most scientific and efficient way.

Seeing Dawn's occasional pointers and Turtwig's profuse sweating, Ash could completely foresee...

In the near future, it will definitely shed its reputation as 'cannon fodder'!

...

"Xiao Guang, Xiao Gang, you two rest first, I'm going to see some friends."

After the group had lunch, Ash sensed a familiar aura approaching, so he temporarily separated from the two.

"Who did he go to see?" Xiao Guang asked curiously.

"They're probably two people and a cat from Kanto," Xiao Gang explained. "The three of them haven't been online for a long time either..."

"Isn't that the Rockets?"

"So you knew about them too, but they're called Team Rocket now." Brock didn't suspect anything, assuming that Ash had mentioned it to the girl before.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the forest, Ash had already met the true protagonist, who was tense all over.

Jessie, Kojiro, and Meowth all looked tense in front of Ash, barely daring to breathe.

"Forget it, Giovanni has already run away, I don't plan to pursue it any further." Ash glanced indifferently at the main character, "After all, it's for Jessie's mother... and Kojiro's mother-in-law."

"Hey, you brat..." *2

I wonder if any couples who were just pretending to be lovers have actually fallen for each other, and I couldn't help but shout at the same time.

But they were also relieved... Ash still had the mood to tease them, so he didn't seem too angry.

"This is a one-time exception!" Ash's expression turned serious. "And I need you to understand... after this incident, Giovanni has completely given up on you! From now on, you are not allowed to have any disloyal thoughts towards me for any reason!!"

"Yes (meow)!" *3

The three of them stood at attention at the same time, as if they had been granted a pardon.

"Alright, now you can start your activities in Sinnoh." Ash waved his hand and gave the order directly. "I need you to interfere with the activities of Team Dark, Team Kidnapping, and Team Galactic. The specific action plan is the same as in Hoenn. Jessie can still participate in the Grand Contests here."

"Yes..." *3

Ash's instructions made the three of them feel both guilty and moved.

The same strategy as in Hoenn is to do whatever you want, fight if you find an enemy, and call for Ash's help if you can't win.

In short, he was still willing to support the three of them!

"Also, I need you to investigate a group of people." Ash changed the subject and brought up another matter. "There's a professor named Hodaka who's leading a 'Dream Project.' See if you can find a way to infiltrate it."

"The Dream Project refers to..." Musashi's expression turned serious.

"They plan to go to a plateau on a small island near the border to search for Mew!" Ash said seriously. "That's also where your mother disappeared!"

"I understand, I will definitely do it!" Musashi immediately swore an oath.

"We won't let you down!" "We'll definitely break into that plan, meow!"

Kojiro and Nyanko also agreed.

In their view, Ash was simply using the mission as an excuse to give Musashi a chance to find his mother, so of course he had to do his best to do it well!

"Then you guys should do your best... From now on, when you resume your activities under the name 'Rockets,' I will have the league issue an arrest warrant, and we will switch to secret communication from now on."

Throughout the journey, Ash felt there was more to the fantastical plan of flattering Gouhou's stinky feet than he expected.

Unfortunately, after encountering some clues in Alola, he never had the time to investigate. Perhaps he should just leave it to the main character to handle... it's their own business anyway.

"And... Meowth!" After explaining the main tasks, Ash suddenly called out to Meowth separately, "When are you finally going to finish the upgraded Rotom catalog?"

"Meow...meow, I...I'll be there soon, meow..." Meow stammered, but it hadn't actually done anything.

After the incident with Sakaki, he was as anxious as the other two, and had no interest in making inventions.

"Hold on tight... Take these two balls." Ash handed the Den Poké Ball and the Mega Ball to Meowth. "Steelcore has special meteorites on its body. Tyranitar will help you cut and stabilize the meteorite energy... The appliances for Rotom will be made using those meteorites."

"I...I understand! Meow will do my best!" Meow immediately saluted and promised.

Ash is a very ambitious person. Even though he has already absorbed the Source of Life, he will continue to explore the path to strengthen his companions.

Rotom has reached its energy limit; all that's left is technology.

With such a great material as the Nightfall Meteorite, Ash is confident that Meowth will create a masterpiece that will amaze the entire era!

As for the trio's persistent worry—the escaped Sakaki…

That's great!

Only such an indomitable and ruthless hero deserves to be Xiao Zhi's true enemy!

Chapter 1186 Arrival in Zhuqing City

West of Sinnoh, in the city of Jubilee.

This is the most populous and technologically advanced city in Sinnoh, ranking among the top ten in the world.

"It really feels like the world has changed so much..." Standing among the high-rise buildings, Xiao Gang, who had been to Xicui once, couldn't help but sigh, "Who would have thought that Zhuqing Village could have developed to this scale?"

"Hey, just to correct you... geographically speaking, Zhuqing Village developed into Canal City," Ash said with a smile. "Also, the Zhuqing City gazetteer says that it was built by residents of the neighboring Black Gold City, who hollowed out the mountain..."