Ditto doesn't move

Ring the bell three times!

The bell tolls long and deep, and the psychic waves and resonant audio frequencies travel to the four islands!

The Elite Four members have arrived with the help of the teleportation ability of the Psychic Pokémon.

"Hey everyone, are you all feeling refreshed today?"

The emperor's voice was transmitted through the bronze bell.

Wow! Eh! The Emperor! Eh!

Slurp! Slurp! Slurp! Slurp!

Your Majesty, we love you dearly!!!

Somewhere on the four islands, a series of ghostly wails and howls echoed simultaneously.

Compared to the number of members who once set out to conquer the four islands, the total number of Dream Beast Team members on the four islands now is several times greater!

Between the moon and the sky.

The pale purple Ditto lay lazily on one side of the stone round table as always, speaking to the five Pokémon sitting imposingly like naval admirals.

"Change (Hehe, judging from your expressions, you seem to be expecting something.)"

The Heavenly Kings remained silent, but their undisguised bloodlust and awe-inspiring fighting spirit spoke volumes about their thoughts.

It's not just the mosquito coil frog that's made progress lately!

Clearly, the frog that was the first to cross the high wall, while living up to its reputation as the earliest follower of the emperor, has become the primary target that the kings want to cross and surpass!

"(The battle will, of course, continue as before.)"

"Change (But don't you guys think it's been a bit too noisy on the human side lately?)"

One of the Heavenly Kings immediately discerned something from the Emperor's teasing tone.

Based on the previous instructions to intensify training of subordinates, the possibility of these speculations becoming reality is increasing.

His whole body trembled slightly, as if he were sick.

The Emperor will never let us down!

Although it is important, the competition can be held at any time.

Have you prepared a stage for us, like the mosquito coil frog, where encountering it once in a lifetime is already enough to bring glory and happiness?

"Change (that's exactly it.)"

Ditto slightly straightened up and looked at the Elite Four members opposite him:

"Change (In the process of personally training disciples, you have already noticed it, haven't you? That undeniable fact.)"

"Change (talent and hard work aren't the most important things; the most important thing is your heart. The bigger your heart, the bigger your world will be.)"

"Change (It's time to let those members whose strength has reached its limit choose their preferred human partners and begin our great expedition)."

"Change (Of course, our Dream Beast Team doesn't let others pick and choose our human partners.)"

"Come on, this time I need a leader to lead our team on a wild hunt against humanity."

"Change (I call this contract with humanity: the Crisis Contract)"

Half a day later, the outcome of the Heavenly Kings' Council battle was announced:

The Flame King, led by the Duckbill Fire Beast, sets out on the expedition.

Image: "Operation Wild Hunt", Location: "Images/1737467771-100422757-112581528.jpg"

P.S.: Chao, I was brainwashed by Shada and Elite for an entire afternoon, I almost passed out.

Middle-aged and elderly people have a strong superstition about relationships.

Impressed.

Volume 2, Grand League Arc: Chapter 120: Ribbit! That Pokémon knocked the trainer to the ground!

[Red and White Ball Level New Trainer Survey Questionnaire]

Do you think it would be difficult to embark on a journey with Pokémon and challenge the tournament?

[Answer: The difficulty balance is clearly problematic; the early stages are very easy, while the later stages are extremely difficult.]

Couldn't they have designed it more reasonably, like the Sky Expedition team, instead of having those cliff-like drops and ascents?

Okay, we have received your feedback.

It's very simple, right?

……

The phrase "handsome international police officer" suddenly popped into my head, along with a popular internet meme.

This joke is used to satirize the world, which seems to have suddenly changed after that Pokémon battle:

The plumber next door took off his work clothes and transformed into a combat expert.

The mother who uses a giant beaked seagull to deliver packages was once a champion in a flying competition.

The disliked father pulled out a terrifying Lapras and gave his brat, who had just earned his first badge, a good beating.

Even the top gym leaders from various regions, who are often looked down upon, have stated:

We're not going to pretend anymore.

It's a game you can play with kids while pretending to be a child, and you can do it when challenging the gym.

Adults have their own stage to fight on.

These situations have actually existed for a long time, but people just didn't pay attention to them before.

Although he is middle-aged, the handsome operator considers himself to be relatively open-minded and good at accepting change.

I try to learn about the latest trends and popular topics, since this job also has certain requirements.

But at that moment, he suddenly felt that he was old and couldn't keep up with the times.

Is this the era after the widespread adoption of the internet?

Is this the era of globalization?

Originally, there were dogs, insects, and birds at the doorstep that could offer some comfort to new trainers.

just now……

The beast horde, which had been silent since that battle, began to move again half a day after the bell rang.

With the arrogant stride personally passed down from the Emperor of the Dream Beast Team, and with expressions of excitement and fervor, they stormed out of Clawprint Hill.

Its direction of travel is towards Hao Aola, the largest city on Melemele Island!

Are Pokémon going to attack Alola?

For a fleeting moment, the handsome operator almost pressed the special contact number that led directly to headquarters.

No, we can't be so hasty!

Handsome operator, you must stay calm!

If this sparks a war between Pokémon and humans, you will be a sinner in history!

No, I have to follow them and observe the situation carefully!

Grabbing the communicator hastily and without regard for other disguise tools, the handsome man hurriedly left the cave.

However, what he didn't notice was that a Pokémon emerged from the shadows in the cave.

With a mischievous grin, Weavile licked its paws.

"(This is a bit tricky. The Emperor says we can only send battle requests to people who have Poké Balls hanging from their waists.)"

"(But I'm really interested in this human~)"

………………

"Warning! Warning!"

As if it were about to be bombed, Hao'ola City sounded the piercing alarm that usually sounds when a giant typhoon is approaching!

"Attention all citizens! A suspected Pokémon riot has occurred in the suburbs outside the city! A suspected Pokémon riot has occurred in the suburbs outside the city!"

"All citizens, please immediately stop what you are doing and go to the nearest evacuation point!"

"All League-registered Trainers, please assemble at the eastern entrance of Hauor City! We need your help!"

Ah? ? ?

Lillie, who had been granted special leave to go out because she had already registered for the Red and White Ball Cup, was visibly stunned for a moment when she heard the alarm.

Beside her were Mizuki and Mari, who had clearly formed a travel team according to the usual practice of a three-person squad.

Miss Poison had been haggling with the shopkeeper for ages with her Poké Ball, while Mary was seriously considering whether to buy a Vitality Shard or a Vitality Block.

"No, manager. The announcement was so urgent, why aren't you running?"

"Young people are just inexperienced."

The manager of the friendly store calmly said:

"I've seen plenty of things like giant Dragonite, ancient Gengar, and super Teostra, and I've learned from experience."

"No need to run away from minor disasters, but you can't escape major disasters."

"Besides, think about it. Alola is currently hosting a regional invitational tournament, and at least eight teams have come early to get used to the competition. Those are all trainers at least at the Gym Leader level, not to mention the Elite Four members."

The ordinary people, who were clearly a bit flustered, seemed to realize what was going on immediately after hearing his statement.

Oh right, Alola is running a league now.

You could throw a random stone down the street and hit a trainer at the level of a Super Ball or higher.

What's there to be afraid of? Keep playing the music and keep buying.

But at this moment, a clear division emerged among the crowd compared to ordinary tourists who simply wanted to have fun.

Trainers from all over the world, young and old, dressed in various styles, wore the same knowing smiles:

My youth has returned!!!

My Poké Ball is vibrating; something must be happening nearby.

For the group of trainers who are both idle and powerful, and who were specifically described by the Emperor as having nothing better to do than eat their fill...

If you don't join in the fun, are you even a trainer?

Can't you see all the newbies with red and white badges eager to try it out?

…………

Highway 1.

As if cursed, ever since this person came into this world, he has never properly fulfilled his duties as the head of Liu Ba Cuwu Dam Lin Siqiu House No. 1 Road.

First, wild, domesticated Pokémon inexplicably started leveling up, then a whole bunch of old men brought Pokémon rehabilitation services, and now…

The so-called "big waaaaaagh" wouldn't be considered "big" without the participation of my Dream Beast Team.

Horror, absolutely terrifying!

The black tide formed by the beast horde seemed endless, blocking the eastern exit of Hao'ola City.

This place has been transformed into a battlefield!

"Quack! You can't! You can't eat it!"

The Mountain Men team, who were being beaten to the ground, let out a terrifying scream, helplessly clutching their bodies as if they had encountered a scene more terrifying than a murderer.

The muscles that one is usually proud of are of no use at this time.

only because……

A terrifying Pokémon is examining them with its tentacles.

"Come here, let me see! Let me see if you're developing normally!"

He's an octopus-wielding martial artist!