Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

"I'll wait for you here."

Mary and the cheering team didn't say much when they said goodbye, but the cheering team took out various musical instruments to see Qiao Ran off. Some people who couldn't stand this scene even wiped away their tears.

These members of the Shouting Team, who have a bad temper but are simple-minded at heart, still care about the relationships between people after they truly accept someone.

"Wait!"

However, just as Qiao Ran started the engine and was about to start the motorcycle, a small open truck suddenly drove past him.

The car was driving very fast, and it even made a sharp turn and performed a drift and sudden stop in front of Qiao Ran.

The car window rolled down, and a short-haired woman with a green hat and sunglasses on her face stuck her head out.

This person is none other than the current special attack captain of the Screaming Team and the once popular trainer - Yuri.

"You're going to the nearby Quanguan City, right? Coincidentally, I'm also going there today to see if there are any supplies. Do you want to come with me?"

She hooked her finger and actually invited Qiao Ran. This proactive attitude made Qiao Ran a little confused.

This guy... has he changed his gender?

Chapter 181 178 [Gallar: Fist Gate]

In the deserted wilderness, a half-new pickup truck was swaying on the road, and on the bed of the pickup truck was a motorcycle that was also half-new.

The short-haired girl sat bored in the driver's seat, controlling the steering wheel. Next to her was a boy about her age, holding a sword in one hand and leaning against the window with the other, looking at the scenery outside.

"so boring……"

The girl, Yuri, yawned loudly. Spike Town was located near the edge of the Galar region. If they wanted to go to other cities, they would have to go through a long journey.

Moreover, due to the natural disaster, there were no people and no Pokémon along the way. It was extremely boring.

Even a veteran like Youli would find it boring.

"Hey, are you asleep? Don't you want to talk?"

She looked at Qiao Ran next to her, trying to distract herself by chatting.

Her coming out this time was actually the daily job of the "Special Attack Captain". Due to a small accident yesterday, she did not get the food and other supplies she planned to bring back. Although it was just a mistake, it was still very fatal for the Spike Town where supplies were already very scarce.

If she returns empty-handed several times in a row, there will definitely be big problems.

So Youli chose to go out again today, and Qiao Ran happened to be planning to go out, so she invited Qiao Ran as well.

Speaking of which, ever since she heard that Qiao Ran decided to leave, she instantly felt that Qiao Ran was much more pleasing to her eyes. This man looked quite good.

"say something?"

Hearing Yu Li talking to him, Qiao Ran put down the Rotom he was fiddling with. He had never forgotten to charge the Rotom, so he started operating it as soon as he got in the car.

As the plug was inserted, the numbers on the Rotom display began to jump. It was estimated that it would take a little more time to get good results.

"Yeah, don't you have something you want to ask? Like about Quanguan City, where we're going?"

Perhaps because she was bored to a certain extent, Youli actually began to take the initiative to help Qiao Ran find topics and act as a commentator.

And what she said was indeed what Qiao Ran needed.

"Quanguan City... Indeed, I don't know much about this place. Could you introduce it to me? After all, this is my first time in Galar."

Qiao Ran wasn't lying. All he knew about Galar came from games, and there was always a gap between games and reality. If Qiao Ran wanted to survive in reality, he had to break free from the shackles of gaming thinking and replace his misconceptions with real-world experience.

"Quanguan City, hehe, you've asked the right person for this."

Yuli smiled proudly. Her ability to bring up a topic was indeed top-notch. This man was attracted to her with just one sentence.

"Quanguan City is Galar's second largest city and also the city with the longest history. It's the most strategic location in Galar. Almost the entire city is surrounded by tall castle buildings, making it a very famous tourist destination."

"Of course, Quanguan City is famous for more than just these things. It's home to Galar's strongest gym, whose owner is said to be as powerful as a champion from other regions. Furthermore, Galar's most advanced energy collection device is also located here, continuously transmitting energy to the outside world."

Yuri's words were full of boasting. As a Galar native, she had witnessed the rise of Galar and felt deeply proud of the local culture. Quanguan City was not only a city of the past, but also a city connecting the future, and it was undoubtedly a landmark of Galar.

"The strongest gym leader... But Mary said her brother also went to Quanguan City to provide support, right? Is the situation here so dire?"

Qiao Ran asked the question in his mind.

"Hmm... the situation in Quanguan City is probably the worst in all of Galar..."

Yuli sighed deeply. She had been to Quanguan City countless times, but she still felt powerless because of the tragic scene.

"That's because the energy collection device over there happens to be collecting the Dynamax energy underground... Those Dynamax Pokémon are trying to snatch the energy reserves of Quanguan City to meet their own consumption."

"In Quanguan City, the outer castle has basically been captured, and the remaining people have gathered in the inner castle and walls. The best we can do this time is to search the outer perimeter for useful supplies. It's basically impossible to directly break through the encirclement of Dynamax Pokémon."

Youli briefly told Qiao Ran about the current situation in Quanguan City. Compared with the relatively intact Jianding Town, Quanguan City had suffered a large-scale destruction. Not only was the exterior of the city completely destroyed, but even the remaining people were squeezed into the interior of the city. Fortunately, the gym leaders here were still relatively powerful, and Quanguan City did not fall into the most desperate situation.

However, at this rate, it is only a matter of time before Quanguan City is captured. The people inside the castle will certainly not be able to produce their own food, and they can only consume their original reserves.

The Pokémon outside the castle were also consuming their Gigantamax energy day by day, but this speed was still much faster than that of the people in the castle.

"Although I'm also worried about the situation over there...but...ah."

Yuli sighed again. She was willing but unable to do anything. With her strength, there was no way she could turn the tide by herself.

If there is a miracle, she hopes it will happen so much. Thinking of this, Youli glanced at the boy beside her. Does this guy... really have the ability of the legendary Sword Hero?

He...will be the one to save Galar?

"everything will get better."

Qiao Ran knew what Youli was thinking, but he couldn't give any more promises.

No, he could only promise secretly in his heart that if he had the ability, he would definitely do more things.

As time passed, Youli's pickup truck began to slowly approach its destination this time - Quanguan City.

Through the car window, the first thing Qiao Ran saw was not some pleasant scenery, but a large area of ​​rubble as Youli had said, especially the broken castle walls, which collapsed in large pieces, blocking the road.

"No choice, get out of the car and clean it up. It just happens sometimes."

Yu Li opened the car door with ease and prepared to get out to clear the way. Qiao Ran also got out after taking a look at the Rotom he had placed on the seat.

On Rotom's display, the charge level had reached 57.2% - how much longer would it take for her to awaken?

Chapter 182 179 [Fist Gate: Outer Layer]

After releasing the Pokémon to clear the gravel on the road, Qiao Ran and Youli returned to the car again.

They have actually done a lot of similar things along the way, but as long as a Gigantamax Pokémon passes near the road, it will basically cause this level of damage. In addition to clearing some obstacles, they also need to fill the damaged roads so that vehicles can pass smoothly.

To put it simply, if the road is blocked, we move the mountain; if the road collapses, we build a bridge. No matter what means are used, we must reach our destination.

"The situation in this city... is too bad..."

The small pickup truck entered the city from the road outside and began to approach the city, but the closer it got to the interior of the city, the more Qiao Ran realized that the scars suffered by the city were far beyond his imagination.

There were collapsed houses and messy, unknown debris everywhere. The entire city had been ravaged into ruins. Later, Yuli's pickup truck was no longer able to move forward because there were too many ruins and there was no other way to go forward.

"Let's go down from here. I'm going to look for any useful supplies nearby. Where are you going? Oh, right, this is a map of Quanguan City. Take it for yourself. Although I can't recognize the road now, it's still useful to take a look."

Youli took off her sunglasses and handed Qiao Ran a worn map.

After doing these things, she took off her coat and even the little green hat on her head. Today she specially wore a short-sleeved shirt and shorts that were easy to move in, so that she could move better in this doomsday city.

"I...will just look around first, to see if there's anything worth noting."

Qiao Ran took the map handed to him by Youli, opened the car door and got out. Before leaving, he picked up the half-charged Rotom and stuffed it into the backpack on his back.

"Well, I won't stop you from going wherever you want, but you have to be careful. Although we've been lucky enough not to encounter any obvious Dynamax Pokémon, there are many of them hidden in this city... and the closer you get to the interior, the more there are. Also, be careful of those in the sky."

Yuri put on her backpack and released her Pokémon to follow her. It was a green, gorilla-like Pokémon, but the most eye-catching thing was not the muscles on its body, but the thick green hair on its head that looked like leaves. Not only that, it also carried a huge stump drum on its back with two wooden drumsticks inserted diagonally.

The green gorilla stood beside Yuli like a guard, and stretched out its strong hands to help Yuli jump onto the ruins.

"...Bombard the King Kong Ape."

Looking at the Pokémon with a unique style, Qiao Ran couldn't help but read out its name. This was one of the final evolved forms of the three starter Pokémons in the Galar region - Groot.

I have to say that the three starter Pokémons in Galar are all more unique in style than the other. This green-haired gorilla is the most stable and reliable among them. Moreover, when paired with Yuri, there is always an inexplicable sense of harmony coming through their bodies. Unfortunately, Yuri does not wear her iconic green hat for the convenience of movement.

"Then let's separate for now. Be careful, if you encounter a Gigantamax Pokémon, absolutely do not fight it. Run away immediately. Got it?"

Yuli stood on the ruins, waved to Qiao Ran, and disappeared from Qiao Ran's sight. She had been here many times, so she was basically familiar with the nearby terrain. In order to transport more supplies, she had to act quickly. If she delayed too long and attracted the attention of nearby Pokémon, things would be difficult to handle.

She carries the fate of everyone in Spike Town on her shoulders, and as time goes by, many refugees from other places also flock to Spike Town. Mary can't bear to drive those people away, which makes the already difficult life even more difficult.

"Goodbye."

Qiao Ran waved his right hand, which was still usable, to say goodbye to Youli. He planned to walk around here and see what the situation was like.

This was actually his first time to come to a real town in the Pokémon world, but cruelly, what he saw was such a hellish scene.

"Dianci."

In order not to attract the attention of the Gigantamax Pokémon,

This time, Qiao Ran only released one Pokémon to accompany him. Moreover, as the princess of the underground world, Diancie's control over the earth should not be underestimated.

"Dianci, if you find anything noteworthy in the ruins, please tell me immediately. Also, if there's any danger, be sure to tell me."

"I see."

Diancie nodded, floating in the air and quietly following Qiao Ran.

The deserted Quanguan City was extremely desolate. Qiao Ran dragged his long sword and moved with difficulty among the ruins. Since there was a danger of stepping on empty air at any time, he needed Diancie to judge his next step with every step he took. This back and forth had consumed a lot of Qiao Ran's physical strength.

"The Pokémon Arena in Quanguan City... I remember it was somewhere in the innermost castle. The energy collection device should also be there."

Qiao Ran looked at the map, recalling every detail of the game. He always felt that the scenery here was inexplicably familiar. Perhaps it was because he had seen this city in the game. When he saw the scene in front of him, he always felt a sense of sadness from the bottom of his heart.

"Master, what should we do next?"

Diancie looked at Qiao Ran in front of her and expressed her inner doubts. Qiao Ran was actually running around like a headless chicken. Diancie could sense that her master didn't know what to do next.

"Let's look around first. Rotom should be around soon, and we can hear what she has to say."

Usually when Rotom was around, Qiao Ran didn't care, but now that she was gone, Qiao Ran finally remembered her kindness. He even thought in his heart, should he be a little nicer to Rotom in the future?

For example, should you cooperate with her more when she jokes in the future?

While thinking, Qiao Ran followed the map given to him by Youli and began to move towards the center of the city.

Although Youli repeatedly warned him not to go to the center, Qiao Ran insisted on going to such a place based on the idea that there is no gain without risk.

The singularity of a singularity won't come to you on its own. If it does, that's when you'll definitely fail. Qiao Ran always believes in taking the initiative and creating opportunities through action.

"Master, take my hand."

Diancie floated in the air and gave Qiao Ran a hand. Qiao Ran instantly jumped down from the ruins and walked onto a relatively clean path.

However, before Qiao Ran could take a few steps, he saw two gray humanoid Pokémon running past him. The two Pokémon were very fast, but Qiao Ran still keenly captured their appearance.

"Wait, what was that just now? ...arm wrestling???"

Qiao Ran was stunned at first, then he curled the corners of his mouth and revealed an extremely friendly smile.

Although his most important mission this time is to investigate the situation here, in order to collect 100 Pokémon this time, he will not let go of any Fighting-type Pokémon that passes by him.

Any fighting-type Pokémon is his target.

"Sui-kun! Catch those two guys in front!"

Qiao Ran released Suicune without hesitation - in such a complex terrain, her agile figure would definitely come in handy. Not only that, she also had two long ribbons on her body, which were also useful tools for tying things.

When Suicune transformed into a human form, she had actually used this function many times. The ribbon floated around her like a special prop that could help her do many things.

Chapter 183 180 [Fist Level: Fighting]

"Master, leave it to me."

With Qiao Ran's instructions, Suicune disappeared at the corner of the street in a few flashes. Her figure was indeed very suitable for moving here. Compared with Qiao Ran who could only move slowly, her speed was simply in another dimension.

Qiao Ran was still very relieved to leave the task of chasing arm wrestling to Suicune, but he immediately looked at Diancie beside him. The two looked at each other and hurriedly followed.

No matter what, this is a very dangerous area. It is better to be safe than sorry. No one knows what may happen in the next second.

"Master, let me help you lift your sword."

"it is good."

In order to make it easier for Qiao Ran to move, Diancie was very considerate and helped Qiao Ran share some of the weight of the sword. Although her body looked small, it contained energy that even Qiao Ran was afraid of. Qiao Ran had experienced this countless times.

He had been waiting for an opportunity to counterattack, but there was absolutely no way.

Of course, with Diancie's help, Qiao Ran moved much faster. Qiao Ran's physique was actually not bad. He had the foundation that was tempered by Tie Ji in the Jinling Gym before, plus the weight training of his left hand and the nutritious meals prepared for him by Suicune. You can vaguely see obvious muscles in his body now.

"What's Suicune's position...? Something troublesome happened?"