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Chapter 495: Motostoke Rhyhorn vs. Teddiursa, the Ancient Flaming Jade Fish!
Chapter 495: Motostoke Rhyhorn vs. Teddiursa, the Ancient Flaming Jade Fish!
Amidst the chaotic waterfall and bamboo forest, Naoki pulled out Energy Squares and Poke Blocks from his bag to offer to the group of Pokemon before him.
"Thank you all for your help. Here, these Poke Blocks are my token of gratitude. Please accept them!"
"Woof!"
Aipom let out an excited cry and eagerly stepped forward to accept the gift, its face lit up with joy.
Spoink also hopped over and took the box of Energy Squares from Naoki's hand.
The rest of the Pokemon followed suit, each receiving their share of the gift.
Porygon, Gastly, Skiploom, Jumpluff, and Butterfree all claimed their rewards.
Soon, the only Pokemon remaining in front of Naoki was a lone Teddiursa.
The Teddiursa turned to look at the other Pokemon and then back up at Naoki. Its small face wore an earnest expression.
"Beaar!"
Naoki had other plans for this particular Teddiursa.
He crouched down, bringing himself to the bear's eye level, and asked, "Teddiursa, would you like to join us?"
"Beaar!"
Teddiursa nodded, feeling a sense of camaraderie with this human after spending a few hours together.
Naoki was delighted to see that the Teddiursa had taken a liking to him as well.
However, at that moment, the Teddiursa looked at him with utmost seriousness.
"Beaar!"
Naoki was slightly taken aback. "Are you challenging me to a battle?"
Teddiursa nodded earnestly.
Realizing the situation, Naoki immediately understood.
Of course, this was in line with the tone of the Pokemon world! Especially for a Pokemon like Teddiursa.
He had to defeat Teddiursa himself to prove that he had the skills to be its trainer. Only then would he earn the bear's recognition.
However, looking at the earnest Teddiursa before him, Naoki suddenly thought of something amusing. Feigning worry, he asked, "What if I lose?"
Hearing this, even Teddiursa was left dumbfounded.
It stood motionless for a couple of seconds, a conflicted expression on its face.
"Beear... beaar!"
Teddiursa glanced at Motostoke, as if suggesting that the latter was a formidable opponent and Naoki could use it for the battle.
Naoki couldn't help but laugh. "Alright, I was just joking. Since you want to battle me, I should also give it my all."
Teddiursa breathed a sigh of relief.
"Motostoke Rhyhorn, this battle is yours!" Naoki called out.
It wouldn't be fair to send out Goleadon against Teddiursa, so this was a perfect opportunity for Motostoke to showcase the fruits of its recent training.
True to Naoki's expectations, Motostoke's eyes widened with surprise at hearing its name, but this quickly turned into a thrilled cry.
"Rhyhorn, let's battle!"
Motostoke Rhyhorn vs. Teddiursa!
Without further ado, the two Pokemon readied themselves, and the battle commenced.
Teddiursa, with a determined gaze, clenched its right fist and charged at Motostoke, leading with a Rock Smash attack.
"Draco Meteor!" Naoki commanded calmly.
Motostoke fixed its gaze on the charging Teddiursa, and a powerful Dragon-type energy surged from its body.
The purple energy rose into the sky, coalescing into meteors that blazed with fiery tails as they plummeted downward!
The massive meteors halted Teddiursa's advance.
The cool-headed Teddiursa decisively punched and shattered a meteor, but the next second, it was struck by another falling meteor.
The impact sent Teddiursa flying, but it quickly regained its footing and began dodging and weaving through the onslaught of meteors.
As it neared the edge of the meteor shower's coverage, Teddiursa leaped high into the air, its right hand transformed into a blade as it slashed downward toward Motostoke.
However, the next moment, something surprising happened.
The Motostoke Rhyhorn below suddenly accelerated, evading Teddiursa's attack!
"Beaar?!" Such speed!
"Shift Gear!" Naoki's voice rang out.
Motostoke's air sacs immediately glowed, resembling spinning tires as they rotated at high speed.
Teddiursa landed and swiftly turned, delivering a kick aimed at Motostoke.
Motostoke hastily raised its arms to block.
Teddiursa seized the opportunity, abandoning its defense to rush into Motostoke's embrace, unleashing a rapid flurry of punches.
It was employing... close-quarters combat!
"Pound! Pound! Pound! Pound!"
The relentless punches rained down on Motostoke, forcing it to retreat.
"This Teddiursa's strength is truly extraordinary!" Naoki couldn't help but exclaim inwardly.
Even before evolving into a Ursaring, its mastery of martial arts was already impressive, bearing the hallmarks of a master.
"Shift Gear once more!" Naoki continued.
Teddiursa stumbled from the force.
Seizing the opportunity, Naoki gave his next order without hesitation:
"Now, use Dragon Rush!"
The second gear shift brought Motostoke's speed to an absurd level.
As it released a terrifying killing intent, it jumped high into the air and dove towards Teddiursa.
Its speed was so incredible that Teddiursa couldn't react in time to dodge!
"Boom!"
A deafening explosion echoed through the air, sending dust and debris flying in all directions. The force of the battle created a powerful gust that blew away a large number of bamboo leaves.
As the light from the battle faded, Motostoke slowly emerged from the dust.
Teddiursa lay on the ground, its fighting capacity seemingly exhausted.
Naoki retrieved a Poke Ball from his waist and threw it towards Teddiursa.
The Poke Ball, having made a direct hit, opened up and engulfed Teddiursa's body, turning it into a beam of red light that was drawn into the ball.
The Poke Ball fell to the ground, gently rocking back and forth as it emitted a red light.
Once... Twice... Thrice...
The red light on the Poke Ball stopped flashing, replaced by a brilliant white starlight.
This meant that the capture was successful!
Naoki excitedly picked up Teddiursa's Poke Ball.
"Teddiursa, come on out!"
With a flash of white light, the battered Teddiursa reappeared in the bamboo forest.
"Let's get along from now on, Teddiursa!" Naoki said with a smile as he extended his hand.
Seeing the formidable human before him, Teddiursa jumped for joy and bumped his fist.
"Beaar!"
Naoki offered the Life Sheep Milk to Teddiursa to heal its wounds.
Teddiursa curiously took a sip and was astonished to find its injuries completely healed the next second!
"Beear! Beeaaar?!"
"Gaorrr~" Motostoke walked over and cheerfully introduced Teddiursa to the wonders of Life Sheep Milk.
Seeing the two Pokemon getting along so well, a smile spread across Naoki's face.
Now that the Ancient Flaming Jade Fish had been captured, it was time for them to return to the ranch.
Naoki recalled the Eerie Datils and placed Teddiursa and Motostoke back into their Poke Balls before bidding farewell to the group of Pokemon in front of him.
"Goodbye, everyone!"
"Kaw!"
The group of wild Pokemon stood in the bamboo forest, watching them leave.
Naoki mounted Goleadon, with Teddiursa in his arms, and soared into the sky.
As he gazed down at the distant Roaring Falls, Naoki finally turned away when it was out of sight and said to Goleadon, "Let's go home!"
"Beear?" Teddiursa, nestled in Naoki's arms, looked forward to its new life with eager anticipation.
"Home is where I live with Goleadon and the others. It's a ranch where we all live together," Naoki explained with a smile.
"Beear!" Teddiursa's excitement grew.
"Agghhh..."
Goleadon, beneath them, narrowed its eyes and glanced back.
It recalled the events of the past and knew in its heart that this little bear Pokemon, harmless as it seemed now, would one day become its greatest rival...
Of course, this wasn't about strength.
It was because this little guy had a cute coat of fur and an adorable appearance.
Damn, why can't I grow fur? Goleadon grumbled inwardly.
It couldn't help but fantasize about having beautiful fur of its own, with Naoki holding it and brushing its coat lovingly.
However, it was unfortunate that, based on its observations, neither Motostoke nor Goleadon could grow fur.
Among the Pokemon from the past, only Howltail, Flutterbuzz, and Craw-Yamper had fur.
Goleadon had encountered Craw-Yamper before and even fought with it.
It was a particularly large insect Pokemon with thick and abundant fur, and Goleadon had always wondered how it managed to grow so much hair.
Decision made, Goleadon resolved to consult with Flutterbuzz later and ask for the secret to its lush and beautiful coat.
Upon returning to the ranch, the first thing Naoki did was use the Reverse World Water to brew a cup of Reverse Black Tea, which he then offered to the Ancient Flaming Jade Fish.
Like the Ancient Bouncing Doe, the Ancient Flaming Jade Fish became calm and quiet after being captured, no longer as enthusiastic about melting rocks and sand to create a sea of lava.
"Moo!" (It's been a long time, Ancient Flaming Jade Fish! Do you still remember me?)
The Ancient Bouncing Doe greeted the Ancient Flaming Jade Fish with a cheerful smile.
The Ancient Flaming Jade Fish regarded the Ancient Bouncing Doe and the human before it with a calm gaze: "Fish Fish?" (Of course I remember, but... what happened to you? How did you become like this?)
Confusion filled the Ancient Flaming Jade Fish's large eyes.
The Ancient Bouncing Doe explained, "Moo!" (It's thanks to Naoki. He helped me purify the calamity energy, and now I'm a Pokemon that brings good fortune!)
Ancient Flaming Jade Fish: "?
Upon hearing this, the Ancient Jade Fish was taken aback for a moment.
Naoki handed over the freshly brewed Reverse Black Tea and placed it in front of the Ancient Jade Fish. "Drink this, and the calamity energy within you will be purified."
Although it was called a reverse, in essence, it was no different from purification.
The Ancient Jade Fish remained silent for a moment before finally deciding to trust the Ancient Bouncing Doe and this pure-hearted human.
It swam forward and gently sipped the tea.
And when it had finished the cup, the Ancient Jade Fish suddenly felt an unprecedented power surging within its body.
Golden light enveloped its form.
After a moment, the golden light faded, and while the Ancient Jade Fish didn't seem to have undergone any significant changes, Naoki noticed that its flames had become noticeably gentler.
They no longer carried the same sense of threat as before!
Just like the Ancient Bouncing Doe, after consuming the reverse-cooked meal, it had undergone a corresponding transformation.
For the Ancient Bouncing Doe, the crack in the cauldron on its head had been mended.
And for the Ancient Jade Fish, it was a change in its flames.
This raised a question: What had become of the calamity energy within the Ancient Jade Fish? Naoki immediately asked, "Ancient Jade Fish, do you feel any different compared to before?"
The Ancient Jade Fish paused, and it was then that it realized its mind had gained access to a strange, new piece of information.
Through its flames, it could bring auspiciousness and blessings to people and Pokemon, making the surrounding temperature warmer, and its flames now held the power of prayer. When someone prayed to the flames, it could bring them good fortune...
What was going on?! The Ancient Jade Fish was filled with astonishment.
"How does it feel? Do you notice any changes?" Naoki asked curiously.
The Ancient Jade Fish explained the changes it was experiencing to Naoki.
After listening, Naoki also felt surprised by this unexpected development.
An alternative Fire God, perhaps?
Looking at the Ancient Jade Fish and the Ancient Bouncing Doe before him, Naoki grew even more curious about the powers the Ancient Scroll Snail and the Ancient Saber Cat would possess after their reversal.
If his guess was correct, the Ancient Scroll Snail's ability would likely be related to bringing life to withered plants, a blessing that provided nourishment.
As for the Ancient Saber Cat... that was a tougher one to predict.
Would it be about suppressing evil or bestowing protection against the harsh elements? He wished it was a power related to abundance; then, all four of these calamity Pokemon could be arranged as patron gods for Rayquaza.
"Alright, that's it for today!" Naoki said to the two Pokemon. "This ranch is my territory, and you can stay here without any worries. Tomorrow, I'll go look for the Ancient Saber Cat and the Ancient Scroll Snail, and then the four of you can be reunited!"
Next, he would be taking his bear apprentice to tour the ranch.
Additionally, he planned to try and communicate with Kyogre, asking it to use its power as the Sea God to help his bear apprentice comprehend the ultimate water mystery.
His bear apprentice was currently with Motostoke, and on their way to find them, Naoki contacted Rei via phone, informing her that the Ancient Jade Fish and the Ancient Bouncing Doe had arrived at the ranch.
Hearing this news, Rei's voice on the other end of the line was filled with excitement.
"That's wonderful! At this rate, all four artifacts of calamity will be liberated soon!"
"Yes! Then I'll take them to Desktop City."
"I'll be waiting for you here, then." Rei replied.
Meanwhile, in the room...
Fluttabuzz, as usual, flew into the refrigerator to inspect the food storage.
Goleadon stumbled over, "Agas!"
"Mew!"
Fluttabuzz was startled and turned to see Goleadon, letting out a sigh of relief.
However, it was confused as to why Goleadon had suddenly come to find it.
"Mew?"
Goleadon explained, "Agas?!" (Do you know how to grow fur?)
Grow fur? Fluttabuzz paused.
Then, it suddenly remembered something.
It was about the Oran Berry it had hidden away.
That Oran Berry had been forgotten in a corner, and when Fluttabuzz had checked on it, it found that the berry was covered in green fur, turning it into a hairy ball.
Goleadon was probably talking about this, right?
Fluttabuzz realized and proceeded to tell Goleadon what it knew.
It explained that if you left an Oran Berry for too long, it would be covered in green fur, and if Pokemon were left for too long, perhaps they would grow fur too.
A light bulb lit up in Goleadon's head.
"Agas!"
(End of Chapter)
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