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Chapter 590: Einroudak and the Dynamax Crystal!
Chapter 590: Einroudak and the Dynamax Crystal!
Unova Region, Einroudak.
This is a country within the Unova Region, but like Ordran City and the Azoth Kingdom, it is more of a small kingdom with only a single city.
Its style is somewhat reminiscent of the European countries Jinghe had learned about.
Einroudak is nestled among a range of mountains, with the entire city centered around a tall tower.
From a distance, the tower resembles a giant sword, its blade embedded in the mountain, leaving only the hilt and castle visible.
The whole of Einroudak is festively decorated, and stalls line the streets, selling various items, some unique to Einroudak and others from around the world.
"Three-in-One Magnet Monster Magnetic Plates! Not only can it help locate metal, but it can also charge your phone when the battery is low. So convenient!"
"Gearfix Workshop, your one-stop shop for all electronic repairs! For all your electronic needs, trust the Gearfix Workshop!"
"The 'Brave Crown' made from the feathers of a fallen Braviary will make you a true warrior of Einroudak!"
The streets buzz with lively hawkers.
"Genggui!"
Genggui quickly scurried from Jinghe's side to the stall selling the 'Brave Crowns'.
His sudden appearance startled the vendor, but upon seeing Genggui's eager eyes, a smile spread across his face.
"Do you want a Brave Crown?"
"Genggui!"
Genggui nodded vigorously, holding up two fingers.
Am I not worthy of the title of 'Warrior' too?
"Yuki!"
At that moment, Yuki came running over, calling out to Genggui and the vendor.
"Genggui!"
Genggui held up two fingers in response.
I think both of us deserve the title of 'Warrior'!
"Haha, of course! You are both mighty warriors, a big warrior, and a little warrior," the vendor laughed, delighted to have sold two crowns in one go.
"It's a bargain at four hundred Union Coins."
"Genggui~~"
"Yuki~~"
Genggui and Yuki turned to look at Jinghe behind them.
Jinghe: "."
You remember me when it's time to pay?
But since it's a celebration, it's only fitting to join in the festivities.
And so, Genggui, Yuki, and Da Ye all donned the so-called 'Brave Crowns', resembling a return to their indigenous roots.
As for Da Ye, he felt he deserved the title of 'Warrior' too.
"Childish," Jadylia said, her eyes filled with longing, but her expression was disdainful as she scoffed, "How silly."
Xihuona smiled and said, "This crown is said to be a custom of the Earthfolk."
"Earthfolk?" Da Ye's curiosity piqued.
"Einroudak was once the home of the ancient Earthfolk, and that sword-like tower was their castle, known as the 'Earth Sword'."
As a scholar of mythical history, Xihuona was well-versed in the history of the Earthfolk and Einroudak.
"Earth Sword?"
Da Ye, Genggui, and Yuki all turned their gaze to the massive sword embedded in the mountain at the city's center.
"Genggui," Genggui murmured.
Such a massive sword?
In his mind's eye, a scene unfolded—
A giant Genggui pulling the enormous sword from the mountain, brandishing it with the 'Brave Crown' on his head, looking utterly invincible.
So cool.
"Yuki," Yuki also stared at the 'Earth Sword' in awe.
After a while, he couldn't help but swallow.
Such a huge sword must be delicious, right?
"Legend has it that the 'Earth Sword' wasn't originally here; it flew in from that distant valley," Xihuona said, walking to the edge of the street. Below was an endless sea of lush forests, and beyond that, a valley could be faintly seen.
However, the vegetation in that valley seemed sparse, almost barren, with more sand than greenery.
"That far? It flew here?" Da Ye's eyes widened in surprise.
Is this castle really a sword? But who could have the strength to move such a massive sword from that valley to here?
The power required was indeed exaggerated.
Xihuona gently tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear and laughed, "That's the legend, but after so much time, at least a thousand years, who's to say what the truth is?"
"The original Earthfolk, who took great pride in the 'Earthsword,' gradually faded into the annals of history."
The Pokemon world has many remnants of its past.
For instance, the Earthfolk of Einroudak, the Meteor Falls residents in the Hoenn Region, and the Seafolk of Sinnoh who worship the Sea God at the Akatsuki Shrine.
As Xihuona shared these stories, Da Ye and Jadylia listened, but only Jinghe knew the truth behind her words.
The 'Earthsword' was indeed moved from that valley, harnessing the infinite energy of the 'Victini,' and its relocation was due to the ancient Dragon Vein conflict between the Black and White Dragons and the two princes, disrupting the so-called 'Dragon Vein' and necessitating the sword's move to its current location for stabilization.
As for the Earthfolk, they did indeed go into hiding, but they didn't completely disappear.
According to Jinghe's knowledge, descendants of the ancient Earthfolk still reside within Einroudak.
Some also live in the secluded valley, their ancestral home, enduring hardships rather than leaving.
The rest, however, have indeed faded into history.
Among the remaining Earthfolk descendants, there are some stubborn or, perhaps, obsessive individuals who yearn to return the 'Earthsword' to its original valley, back to their homeland.
The Earthfolk's attachment to their ancestral land runs deep, hence their name.
"It might just be true."
After listening to Xihuona's tale, Da Ye gazed at the distant valley, particularly the faintly visible massive crater, and muttered.
Jadylia wrinkled her nose, "Legends are just that, legends. There are even tales of humans and Pokemon falling in love, conceiving, and giving birth. Is that true too?"
Before she could finish, Jinghe interrupted for the first time, "That's actually true."
"Really?" Jadylia was taken aback, her disbelief evident.
Xihuona nodded, "It's true."
She had indeed come across such tales in historical documents.
Moreover, some of these stories had been corroborated.
Jadylia might not believe Jinghe, but she couldn't dismiss Xihuona's words.
Jadylia opened her mouth, momentarily at a loss for words.
Humans and Pokemon?
Could it be true?
Jinghe adjusted his hat, a slight smile on his lips.
N is a living example.
While there's no concrete evidence, the probability of N being the offspring of a human and a Pokemon is high.
Furthermore, based on N's hair color and abilities, Jinghe speculated that the Pokemon in question was most likely a Tropius!
Clearing his throat, Jinghe shook his head, "Let's go and check into the Pokemon Center first."
The Einroudak celebration was set to begin the next day, but the town was already bustling with crowds. It was essential to secure accommodation at the Pokemon Center early to avoid room shortages.
Moreover, Xinli had arranged for the Dynamax Crystal to be delivered to the Pokemon Center, which they needed to retrieve.
"Okay."
Thus, the group headed towards the Einroudak Pokemon Center.
Along the way, they couldn't help but be drawn to the various street stalls.
Xihuona's favorite ice cream and Gengue's peculiar trinkets caught their attention.
When Jinghe's group finally reached the Pokemon Center, each of them carried a few items, with Da Ye having the most.
Bags upon bags nearly engulfed him.
"Good luck, warrior," Jinghe teased.
At that moment, he was grateful that Da Ye had joined them.
He had underestimated the shopping prowess of the ladies.
Just walking from the town entrance to the Pokemon Center had almost buried Da Ye in bags.
"Okay, okay."
Jinghe and Xihuona, both dressed casually, were approached by a young woman named Joy, who excitedly asked for a photo with Jinghe, her idol. Jinghe, popular among the crowd, happily agreed. As they posed for the photo, Daye, who had just put down his belongings, wondered why Jinghe's Gengar wasn't present. Joy, eager to capture the moment, asked Daye to take the photo. After the photo, Joy excitedly shared it in a group chat, attracting attention from her friends.
After the photo session, Jinghe inquired about a package, and Joy, realizing her oversight, quickly retrieved a briefcase-like object from inside the house and presented it to Jinghe. Jinghe, intrigued, opened the briefcase to find a document. It was an application form for someone named Aoki, a middle-aged man with a dejected expression, dressed in a suit and carrying a briefcase. Unbeknownst to many, Aoki was one of the Elite Four of the Paradius Region, specializing in Flying and Normal types.
Jinghe contemplated Aoki's status, comparing him to Wu Song, another Elite Four member. Aoki, a Flying-type Elite Four member and Normal-type Gym Leader, held a dual role and was also a staff member of the Paradius Pokemon League's business department. Jinghe decided that he would introduce Wu Song to Aoki in the future, as they would likely have much to discuss.
Aoki's responsibilities were significant, especially with the other Elite Four members—Xinli, who was under ten and focused on studies, and Bashi, who was stable and capable but also a teacher like Jinghe. Jinghe set the document aside and retrieved a sealed transparent box containing a sphere resembling a Poke Ball, the Dynamax Crystal.
(End of Chapter)
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