Ash's Pokémon Travel Has Big Problems

"It should be Viridian City, Pewter City, Cerulean City, Lavender Town, Saffron City, Vermilion City, Celadon City, Cinnabar City, Cinnabar Island... and then back to Pallet Town."

"But in reality, only Rainbow City, Vermilion City, and Goldenrod City are close by, so you can change their order as you like without it having much of an impact on your journey."

Xiao Zhi said that, but there were other considerations.

“Don’t be so sensitive, Xiaoxia… Objectively speaking…” Xiaogang spoke up at this moment, “Sakaki, Natsumi, Aju, and Xiabo… are indeed stronger than us.”

"Uncle Xia is considered a senior figure."

“Sakaki and A-Kiku... are alright, they have serious and proper personalities.”

“But Naz…” Xiao Gang felt uneasy when he thought of this colleague.

The difficulty level on the Kanto Alliance side is a bit ridiculous.

All four kings have championship potential, but they are stuck because they are not compatible with each other.

The same applies to the gym leaders who are blocked by the Four Heavenly Kings.

Some people become gym leaders simply because they are the only ones with the strength to become gym leaders.

Some people become museum owners because they can't get promoted.

After all, there are only four spots for the Four Heavenly Kings, and they have already been filled.

"And there weren't any Ghost or Psychic type Pokémon. If we had gone straight to Lavender Town back then..." Ash stroked his chin—worried.

"Either nothing happens."

"Or you'll run into a lot of trouble."

Ghosts tend to huddle together, and so on.

The locals are used to it, so it's not so bad.

Outsiders going there... if they break any taboos, it'll really be tough.

In the original manga, Ash and Pikachu's souls were extracted.

This was assuming those three mischievous ghosts meant no harm.

If this is malicious...

Ok.

One point needs to be emphasized.

Most cities in the league, whether strong or weak, have gyms.

However, Lavender Town, like Maiden's Gorge, doesn't have a gym...

Lavender Town is a small town in the northeastern part of the Kanto region, known for its paranormal events and Pokémon graveyard. The town's Pokémon Tower is a place where deceased Pokémon are buried.

In short, it's quite an ominous sign.

Apart from the locals, very few outsiders go there.

Ash dared to go to Bill's Lighthouse because the Pokémon professors in this world are all very strong.

Ash doesn't go to Lavender Town because he's being cautious.

That's roughly the situation.

Well... when I actually saw a giant Dragonite, I still felt it was beyond my level.

"Even if you say that, I'm still very dissatisfied," Xiaoxia pouted.

A wounded girl's heart needs comfort.

“…Okay, okay, there’s another reason.” Ash chose to put it another way, “Meowth said it was going to Saffron City when it left.”

"I think the Rockets might have some kind of event going on in Golden City, so it's best if we don't get involved."

"But so many days have passed, and I haven't heard anything about what happened in Golden City... Maybe it's just a simple gathering?"

Ash also couldn't understand the current situation of Team Rocket's trio.

It's different from the original work.

These three clowns didn't stay with him the whole time.

Despite being an elite member of the Rockets, he lives a carefree and relaxed life.

When the trio is serious, they do have insight and intelligence.

"...In any case, it's impossible that something would happen right when we enter Saffron City, right?" Ash said sarcastically.

"That's hard to say... Thinking back on what happened on this trip with you, it was completely beyond my expectations..." Xiao Gang stroked his chin and began to think.

"That's so true! I never expected the journey to be so exciting..." Xiaoxia started stroking her chin thoughtfully, "Could it be that Ash is a jinx?"

"Pikachu!" Pikachu began to imitate the three of them, stroking its chin and starting to think.

"Mmm~" Seeing everyone else striking this pose, the dream demon also tried to strike this pose.

Then the dream demon discovered the problem.

The dream demon has no hands.

funny.

"Mah!" Misdreavus stared at Ash with wide eyes—I'm not happy!

"Okay~ Okay~" Ash hugged Misdreavus into his arms and then started stroking Misdreavus's chin.

"Mmm~" the dream demon made a comfortable sound.

As for Violet Town and such, Dream Fairy figured that since no one was asking her, she shouldn't mention it.

That place really isn't anything special.

Xiao Gang gave a reliable smile: "A very clear plan. So, target Rainbow City! Let's go."

Chapter 93 Parasitic Group VS Lampshade Night Mushroom Group

The hustle and bustle of Kureha City was left far behind.

Ash and his friends chose the northwest coastal route instead of the northern highway that leads directly to Saffron City.

Head straight north from Vermilion City, and you can reach Goldenrod City via Route 6.

If you follow the northwest coast, you can reach Rainbow City.

The sea breeze, carrying a salty, damp scent, blew by, and Pikachu squinted contentedly.

The dream demon hovered curiously on the other side, watching the scenery along the way.

Theoretically speaking, dream monsters like to sleep during the day and are very active at night.

But after all, he had just joined the team and his excitement hadn't worn off yet.

Currently, Misdreavus doesn't like going into Poké Balls either; it's quite active with Pikachu.

"Compare--!"

A clear, melodious cry pierced the sky.

Pidgey folded its large wings and landed precisely on Ash's raised arm.

It gently pecked at Xiaozhi's palm with its beak, then turned its head to face northwest and let out a few short chirps.

Pidgey is also very excited. After training for so long, it's finally its turn to make its move.

Ash is planning to have Pidgeotto make its debut at the Rainbow Gym.

As for the main reason?

On one hand, Gyarados is really not suitable, as Water-type moves are not very effective against Grass-types.

On the other hand, Pikachu's lightning is easily dispersed and blocked by plants, and grass-type plants are also good at controlling the field.

The Misdreavus has just joined the team and still needs a period of adjustment.

Although Pidgeotto is not as strong as them, Pidgeotto can fly.

And Pidgey flies very fast.

The tactic this time is—continuous high-speed star bombardment.

The training direction for Pidgey is to develop into a bomber.

Ash refused to believe that the Rainbow City Gym could produce Rowlet, Decidueye, or Sniper.

...If he could pull out a Decidueye, Ash would accept it.

"It says the direction is right. If we walk along the coast for a while, we'll see the sign for Celadon City." Ash gently stroked Pidgeotto's feathers.

The bird didn't seem to do much.

But it has actually been quietly cultivating itself all along.

It can be said that among all of Ash's Pokémon, he has the most innocent mind.

Gyarados is not only irritable but also wants to be cunning.

Pikachu is so smart.

Not to mention the dream demon.

Pidgey only had no other thoughts... it did whatever Ash told it to do.

It seems that it simply enjoys this companionship.

Pidgey nuzzled Ash affectionately, then flapped its wings and soared into the sky again, becoming a black dot in the heavens, continuing to fulfill its scouting duties.

Flying freely in the air is something Pidgey loves... It's much more comfortable than staying in a Poké Ball.

Pidgey: Flying is the ultimate freedom! ●v●

Xiao Gang frowned slightly at this moment. He looked around at the increasingly dense woods on both sides of the road and habitually stroked his chin:

"It's a bit strange... The number of Grass-type Pokémon in this area seems to be much lower than the average density recorded in the Pokédex... It's too quiet."

As if to confirm his words, a rustling sound came from the depths of the woods.

A Paras slowly crawled out from behind the bushes.

The mushroom on its back trembled slightly, and its two eyes stared blankly, as if it were somewhat lost.

"!!!"

Sensing the presence of humans, Paras was startled and quickly darted back into the shadows, disappearing from sight.

“It’s Parasya!” Xia whispered, but seeing its panicked look, she didn’t rush closer.

This is a Pokémon that is not suitable to be a trainer's Pokémon, but the mushrooms growing on its body have extremely high medicinal value.

"..." Ash took out the Pokédex, which contained various knowledge about Pokémon.

He just doesn't use it very often.

The Pokédex voice chimes in—[Paras, the Mushroom Pokémon, has a mushroom called Cordyceps on its back. As it grows, the mushroom also grows larger. Paras is found scattered at the roots of trees in damp forests. Its entire body is covered in mushroom spores, and as it grows, the mushroom on its back also grows. Commanded by the Cordyceps mushroom on its back, it digs holes and sucks the roots, ignoring the insect's will. It absorbs the essence from the tree roots, but most of the nutrients are taken by the mushroom on its back. This is a precious mushroom that can be used as a longevity elixir; it is dried, ground into powder, and used.]

Night falls quickly.

The three chose a relatively flat and open clearing in the woods near a stream to set up camp.

Xiao Gang skillfully started a fire and cooked, and the enticing aroma of the food temporarily dispelled the silence of the forest.

Pikachu and Momo were circling around the stove, while Misty was checking her Water-type Pokémon.

However, this tranquility did not last long.

late at night.

When all is quiet—

"Mah!" Momo floated to Ash's pillow first, her voice urgent and warning.

Immediately afterwards, Pikachu also launched itself, its cheek sacs crackling with electricity, and looked warily into the depths of the forest.

"???" Only the Onix, who was on night watch, was a little confused.

Well, most Rock-type Pokémon don't have very sensitive senses.

Especially powerful individuals like Onix.

He has neither safety nor food needs in the wild, so he doesn't need overly sensitive senses.