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Chapter 305: Good Friends - Bubudiva vs. Vibrava!
Chapter 305: Good Friends - Bubudiva vs. Vibrava!
"Pik!" (World Tree?)
What was that? Zapdos had never heard of it.
For a Pokemon like it, changing territories was a common occurrence.
Thus far, it had changed residences thirty-eight times, and the only place that had satisfied it was this abandoned power plant forsaken by humans.
Now, Mew and Teddiursa were inviting it to live in their hometown, which surprised Zapdos.
Teddiursa nodded, "Usa! Usa usa!" (That's right! It's the World Tree! It's a wonderful place! Latios also likes it there!)
Zapdos was even more perplexed, "Pik? (Latios? Is it also a Pokemon? Is the World Tree a tree? But how could there be a tree as big as a mountain!?")
For the curious Zapdos, Teddiursa didn't know where to start answering.
Mew, on the other hand, took up the conversation, "Miu!" (Latios is a Pokemon who once served as a king to humans! The World Tree is indeed a tree! I hadn't seen it before either, but that's where it is! You'll know once you see it!)
Hearing this, Zapdos opened its beak in astonishment, and a sense of curiosity arose from the depths of its being.
Moreover, this place had started to become restless, with humans disturbing its peace every few days.
Zapdos had grown weary of this life and was tempted by Mew and Teddiursa's proposal.
However, in its understanding, some powerful Pokemon didn't take kindly to intruders in their territory, just as it disliked humans intruding on its life in the power plant.
With this in mind, Zapdos asked hesitantly, "Pik? (If I go, will Latios expel me?)
"
Mew and Teddiursa hadn't expected this question. They glanced at each other and shook their heads together.
"Usa! (Of course not! Latios is a very kind Pokemon!)
"
Upon hearing this, Zapdos fell into deep thought.
Staring at the hopeful Mew and Teddiursa before it, Zapdos asked its final question.
"Pik? (Why did you come to invite me to live on that tree?)
"
Without hesitation, Mew replied, "Miu! (So we can always be together and play! Never to part again!)
"
Teddiursa nodded, adding, "Usa! (That's right! Zapdos, you're our good friend, too! We want to be with you always and not have to say goodbye ever again!)
"
Good friends...
These three words struck a chord deep within Zapdos' heart.
It gazed at the earnest Mew and Teddiursa before it, their eyes shining with sincerity.
Zapdos felt its face growing warm, blushing visibly.
It turned away, closed its eyes, and gave its answer, "Pik." (In that case, I accept your invitation.)
Hearing this, Mew and Teddiursa's eyes lit up instantly.
"Miu!"
"Usa!"
Witnessing this, Zapdos felt a warm glow in its heart.
Was this what having good friends felt like?
Zapdos had accepted their invitation, and the next step was to take it back to the ranch to see the World Tree.
Mew and Teddiursa thought carefully and decided to return to the ranch with Zapdos to see if the World Tree had grown large enough to accommodate them.
Thus, the two Pokemon climbed onto Zapdos' back.
Once they were settled, Zapdos flapped its wings, bidding farewell to the power plant where it had lived for many years. With its friends aboard, it soared into the blue sky, flying toward their hometown.
And with Zapdos' departure, the abandoned power plant fell silent once more.
In the year 199 of the League Calendar, on February 9th, spring had brought a vibrant scene to the ranch.
Part-time Aerodactyls from Dragon Island received orders from Naoki for MooMoo Milk placed by customers and flew off toward Rustboro City one after another.
Mounted Gogoats gathered by the farmlands, and green grass energy poured out from their bodies, merging with the earth below.
In an instant, the entire farm was submerged in an ocean of green energy.
Over ten minutes earlier, the Aerodactyls had used Rain Dance above the farmlands.
At this moment, every crop in the fields was nourished with ample moisture and nutrients, thriving under the irrigation of the Gogoats' grass energy.
Meanwhile, the Big Milk Tanks had come to a spacious grass field, brimming with vitality as they rolled about energetically, seemingly exercising their bodies.
In the living room, Latias sat on the sofa, watching the Pokemon anime "Renee's Dream" on TV.
Lei Guanwang was thoroughly focused, its eyes glued to the screen, as it indulged in the captivating stories. So engrossed was it that it didn't even notice its tea going cold on the coffee table.
Not far away, by the fireplace, Babudiva, Frost Cream, Glaceon, and Alolan Ninetales huddled together, watching Vibrava, who was snoring loudly as it slept on a cushion.
Babudiva scratched its head in confusion as it watched the sleeping Pokemon. "Ba mo..." (Why is it sleeping during the day...)
"Mama," Frost Cream shook its head, indicating it had no idea either.
Looking at the large Pokemon, Frost Cream exclaimed in surprise, "Mama!" (It's so huge!)
It seemed even bigger than Yan Shi Lei!
Glaceon remained silent, sensing a hint of wildness and ferocity emanating from Vibrava.
Suddenly, as if sensing something, Vibrava, who had been deep in sleep, opened its eyes and stared directly at Babudiva.
"Ba mo!"
Babudiva jumped in fright, its bottom landing on the wooden floor with a thud.
Vibrava's eyes were blood-red and looked downright terrifying.
Frightened by Vibrava's intense gaze, Glaceon's fur stood on end. Frost Cream and Alolan Ninetales quickly hid behind Babudiva, cautiously poking their heads out to observe the strange Pokemon.
Vibrava's eyes were half-lidded, as if it hadn't fully woken up yet. It yawned sleepily before continuing to study the group of unfamiliar Pokemon before it.
The Pokemon stared at each other, none daring to break the silence that had fallen over the room.
Suddenly, Vibrava opened its mouth wide, revealing sharp, tiny fangs. "Roar!"
"Mama!"
"Bui!"
"Ba mo!"
"Nyu!"
The four Pokemon were startled, Glaceon's fur bristling, Frost Cream's cream flying everywhere, and Alolan Ninetales covering its eyes with its hands, trembling.
Babudiva swallowed hard and summoned its courage. Standing in front of Frost Cream and the others, it gripped its tiny hammer tightly, ready to face the larger Vibrava.
It wouldn't back down; it was Babudiva, aspiring to be a superhero, and it would protect everyone!
Vibrava's interest was piqued by Babudiva's fearless stance. The ferocity within it stirred, and it seemed eager to engage in a battle with the smaller Pokemon.
Just then, the door opened, and Naoki entered the room with Garchomp and Lizardon in tow.
"...What are you guys doing?"
Upon seeing Naoki, Frost Cream and the others quickly scurried behind him, seeking protection.
Vibrava, its eyes gleaming with battle intent, turned to Babudiva, issuing a challenge.
Babudiva paused, slightly taken aback. It seemed this Pokemon wanted to engage in a battle with it. Babudiva didn't back down, for it was no longer the weak Bidoof it used to be!
With newfound determination, it tightened its grip on its tiny hammer and loudly accepted the challenge. "Ba mo!"
Garchomp sighed in resignation. "Ah gah see..."
Naoki asked uncertainly, "Are they about to battle?"
Garchomp nodded its large head. "Ah gah."
"I see..." Naoki had initially thought that Vibrava might be out of control and was about to harm Frost Cream and the others.
But now it appeared that Vibrava was simply intrigued by Babudiva and wanted to engage in a friendly spar.
"You scared me," Naoki breathed a sigh of relief. Turning to Babudiva and Vibrava, he said, "If you want to spar, let's take it outside! I'll be the referee!"
This would also give him a chance to assess Vibrava's strength.
So, Naoki led the group of Pokemon to the arena prepared for the Grass Trial, located next to the mountain goat pen.
Naoki first asked Garchomp to explain the modern battle rules to Vibrava—that there was no need to kill the opponent, and victory could be achieved by rendering the opponent incapable of continuing the battle.
After listening, Vibrava nodded and quietly responded, "Mmm."
"Then, get ready!" Naoki stood at the referee's position and blew the whistle around his neck after the two Pokemon took their places.
The whistle signaled the start of the battle.
Babudiva took the initiative, soaring into the air with a whoosh and swinging its Thunder Hammer toward Vibrava.
"A Power Gem?" Naoki exclaimed in surprise, not expecting Vibrava to counter with such a move. He had anticipated it to use a Sneaky Spirit Attack, but instead, Vibrava boldly faced the assault head-on, disregarding type advantages.
Furthermore, this ancient Vibrava from the primeval world seemed oblivious to type match-ups as it used a Rock-type Power Gem against Bubudiva's Electric and Fighting combination.
"Truly a primitive world Ancient Pokemon," Naoki mused to himself, impressed by the direct and aggressive combat style.
In the next moment, Bubudiva and Vibrava collided in mid-air.
The hammer in Bubudiva's hand smashed down on Vibrava's head, causing a violent explosion as the Electric-type energy and Vibrava's radiant aura clashed.
The force of the collision sent both Pokemon flying backward.
Vibrava winced in pain, but its eyes gleamed with even greater excitement, its battle intent nearly palpable.
It roared, flailing its wing claws in a manner reminiscent of a chest-thumping gorilla. As it did so, a Shadow Ball formed between its claws, which it then hurled at Bubudiva.
Bubudiva swiftly dodged by flying upward, simultaneously channeling electricity into its hammer and throwing it at Vibrava.
This time, Vibrava didn't rush headlong into the attack. Instead, it mimicked Bubudiva's evasive maneuver, narrowly avoiding the electrified hammer as it whizzed past.
Just as Vibrava thought it had dodged the attack, Bubudiva opened its mouth wide.
"Ba mo..."
In the next instant, it extended its padded claws, and the hammer that had been thrown returned as if drawn by a magnetic force, spinning rapidly back towards Vibrava.
"That move..." Naoki's eyes widened in realization as he witnessed Bubudiva's impressive display of skill. He had not realized that Bubudiva had become so adept at manipulating its hammer. From his vantage point, he could clearly see what was happening, but Vibrava, focused on its opponent, seemed oblivious to the danger lurking behind it.
The hammer struck Vibrava's back with force, and at the same time, a surge of electricity erupted from Bubudiva's body, engulfing Vibrava.
The combination of the electric shock and the hammer strike from both sides rendered Vibrava incapable of continuing the battle.
Bubudiva extended its padded paw, and the hammer that had fallen to the ground flew back into its grasp.
Holding the hammer tightly, Bubudiva proudly faced the defeated Vibrava, its vibrant red cape fluttering in the wind, exuding an aura of triumph.
The audience, including Frost Cream, Glaceon, and Alolan Ninetales, were captivated by Bubudiva's valiant display.
"Mama!" they exclaimed in admiration.
Naoki walked forward and fed Vibrava some Life Sheep Milk to revive it.
Compared to Bubudiva's sturdy build, Vibrava's smaller frame was more fragile.
According to Naoki's recollection, Vibrava had impressive Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed base stats of 135, but its HP and Defense were only 55.
Additionally, this Vibrava from the distant ancient world fought like a reckless warrior, disregarding its own weaknesses in close-quarters combat, which put it at a severe disadvantage against Bubudiva.
As Vibrava drank the sheep's milk, it slowly regained consciousness.
It opened its eyes slowly, first focusing on Naoki and then on the Electric-type Pokemon floating by his side.
"Are you feeling better now?" Naoki asked gently.
Bubudiva, standing beside Naoki, looked at Vibrava with bright eyes and asked with concern, "Ba mo?" ("Are you okay?")
"Mmm..." Vibrava murmured, staring at Bubudiva in a daze.
What a formidable Pokemon...
At that moment, Lizardon stepped forward and shook its head, saying, "Ah gah see!" ("I told you so! The Pokemon Naoki raises are all incredible!")
Vibrava's eyes widened, and it looked at Naoki with excitement, then back at Lizardon, asking, "Mmm?" ("Can I become stronger too?")
Lizardon nodded confidently, "Ah gah." ("As long as you listen to Naoki.")
If Lizardon's memory served correctly, this Vibrava had lost to many other Pokemon in the past and had even been driven out of its territory by aggressive Pokemon, forcing it to wander aimlessly.
Under such circumstances, the temptation to become stronger was irresistible.
True to Lizardon's prediction, Vibrava's eyes lit up as it fixed its gaze on Naoki, its voice eager, "Mmm!" ("I'll listen! Make me stronger!")
(End of Chapter)
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