Master Craftsman of the Elven World

Chapter 209 The History of Shendu Ends Here

The stone slabs were flying, and the light of the legendary stone slabs gradually dimmed. Arceus' body began to collapse, and the originally condensed energy entity gradually transformed into nothingness. A shining gem surrounded by the Wheel of the Thousand Universes appeared in the center of the illusory body.

Wang Luo: “What is that?”

Light Moss: "The Sphere of Time and Space, Arceus is carrying that thing. It is an ultimate sphere that possesses power beyond time and space. The power of the Pokémon's moves carried by it will increase dramatically. Its effect is that the more powerful the moves used, the greater the degree of enhancement."

The Shieldsword Monster also fell down, and its giant sword fell diagonally into the ground, but when it lost its combat ability, it deliberately adjusted the angle!
Oops, I accidentally knocked out the floor tiles of the Hall of Origin!

Arceus: “.”

There was only one Pokémon standing on the battlefield at this time, and that was Giratina! The Lord of Shadows stared blankly at the fallen Pokémon on the battlefield, and even now it still felt unreal.

Suddenly like a dream.

I defeated Arceus?!

The strong desire turned into a real power, and the statue of God responded to the call of Giratina and Takeran, and formed a shallow bond between the two.

The bond was not that strong yet, but they both had a common goal at the time, so the emotions began to resonate, they depended on each other, and headed for the other side.

[This is how ties are born. It only takes a small opportunity for them to sprout. It is your choice as to who you form a bond with. This bond is a bond that will continue to be passed down from one person to another.]

[Fighting emotions, friendship, and family affection, different emotions connect and sustain different lives, and the bonds they generate are also different. Perhaps in this world, the bond, a force caused by strong emotions, makes you feel unreal, but if you are in another world, you will truly feel the authenticity of this power. ]

Arceus looked at Giratina, and a strange scarf item appeared in the latter's consciousness.

what is that?
It seemed as if all kinds of vague illusions flashed before its eyes, but Giratina could not grasp the key. However, since that was the prop that Arceus showed to it, and it did not want to explain it in person, then asking Light Moss would certainly be a better choice.

However, faced with this "hard-earned victory", Giratina, who should have been roaring to the sky with pride, was briefly worried and afraid, and even felt a little guilty!
When the amplification of the mind faded and the effect of the wine disappeared, the weak side that had been filling his heart finally had a chance to emerge, causing Giratina to start to have wild thoughts.

This time we won with the help of our partners.

If I fight again next time, will I still win? Or, this kind of victory is not really a "win" at all!
Although the last Pokémon standing here is indeed himself!

"Gaa.Ga (Victory only happens once. It won't happen again.)"

[No, you did get your victory, Giratina.]

Arceus' voice resounded across the battlefield, his ethereal form not dissipating. As the voice of God descended, the hypocrisy and worry in Giratina's heart were once again driven away and eliminated, leaving only peace and tranquility.

"In this test, I have seen the emotions you showed while fighting. I know you used some props to boost your confidence, but that's not a bad thing."

[True courage lies in the fact that when you know what fear is, you still dare to move forward. Once a thought appears, all subsequent actions are just to strengthen this thought and make yourself believe that you can do it.]

[When you have not won and have suffered a tragic defeat, your mind will be temporarily confused and fall into darkness. This is normal and correct. Although darkness can tempt one's heart, it can also make one calm down and reflect. When you step into the light again, the road ahead will be broader.]

[If you fall into rage, you will completely lose your emotions and kindness. ]

[I think that it is because of doubt that we sometimes understand what is right. Don’t forget the feeling of walking step by step in the dark. That is the treasure you get clearly.]

Arceus saw through the unreality and worry in Giratina's heart. This guy drank a confidence-boosting drink before the fight, and his confusion and fear disappeared under the mental amplification. But now that he has really won, he is a little scared instead, which makes Arceus laugh and cry.

Quite interesting.

[Your true creator will soon awaken, and this beautiful world will also be in turmoil. I will not personally do anything about the future of this world, so you will need to deal with what happens next. ]

[However, you, Giratina, have already understood what courage is and have truly passed this test. I believe you can do it and do it well. You will protect this world well. This is no longer a mission given to you by someone else, but you will definitely do it yourself.]

[With ties, courage, and knowledge of the road and future direction, life will know why it lives and how it should live. ]

[Next, I will bless you, but as the pillar of creation, I cannot give you more authority, so for you, this is just an ordinary blessing.]

[Nature came first, then Pokémon, and then there was the meaning of our existence. This is the world. 】

Arceus's body glowed with light, Giratina's injuries were healed, and the golden parts on its huge grey body glowed with a bright halo like fireflies.

[I will grant you three kinds of protection: 'Toughness', 'Fortitude' and 'Activeness', corresponding to the three Pokémon that helped you this time. You must remember their existence, and this bond cannot be forgotten.]

[The power of resilience will make your vitality even higher, allowing you to strengthen the lives and souls of others. ]

[The power of fortitude will increase the damage you inflict when you enter a negative state, allowing you to resist external malice.]

[Active power will make your friends stronger. As long as they are with you, they can do anything. 】

Giratina sensed the three powers it had received, and it lowered its head slightly, growling as if it had accepted a mission.

Is this protection normal?

This protection is not ordinary at all!

As expected, a casual blessing from his old father was unimaginable for a Pokémon of his level. Giratina clearly felt that his energy, endurance and physical strength had increased significantly, and these were the true meaning of "life"!

It is even more effective than the Secret Medicine of the Gods, and better than Poké Cubes and Legendary Fruits!

Arceus shook his head: [As I said, these are not missions or shackles. You can use them freely and use them to build your own world.]

[You did a great job and got the victory you deserved. I am very happy and have nothing else to say to you. You have shown me everything I wanted to give you and everything I wanted to witness.]

【Next, you will witness their history. 】

Giratina followed behind the phantom of Arceus, staring at the humans and other Pokémon quietly.

It nodded slightly to Zhulan, its soul filled with gratitude.

A hero like you will surely make the title of champion go down in history.

It grinned at the light moss, its soul filled with gratitude.

Descendants of Shen He, free your angry soul from the darkness and see more worlds and landscapes. Humans like you will surely become world legends.

Finally, it looked at Wang Luo who had a calm expression.

Well.
Although we had an unpleasant escape in the past, our cooperation is great now! I will never forget Pokkiss's help, and I will certainly not take all the glory of this victory!
You may be inexperienced when you resist for the first time, but the miserable failure will eventually gain useful experience and bring new success, right?

"Hmph! No matter what, our history has been restarted. Giratina..." Wang Luo's expression was still not good. After all, what happened back then was really too funny, and he was quite embarrassed to make a fool of himself in front of that "her".

"When did my history and life really begin? Of course, it started when I saw your statue and received the monster tablet you gave me!"

"Do you think I'm resenting you for being too cowardly? I'm resenting your irresponsibility! It was you who wanted to fight against Arceus with me in the beginning! You used me and wanted me to help you realize your wish, and I did the same!"

"But in the end, as the initiator and executor of the plan, you were scared! You were afraid! You didn't dare to fight Arceus at all, and you backed down because you were afraid of Xiao Zhao's strength. Pokémon like this, are you one of the gods of creation? I really didn't expect you to be like this!"

"You know, when I found you and confirmed your existence, I was ecstatic."

"Although, sometimes, I also think that if you didn't exist, I should be a traveling merchant in the Ginkgo Chamber of Commerce. I should gradually forget the bad treatment and suffering I have suffered during the hundred-year journey, and finally become an optimistic and ignorant person!"

"I will meet many new friends! Xiaozhao, Mingyao, Yinren, Xingyue, and Dr. Laben. I will see the completion of my first Pokémon encyclopedia and be happy about it. Finally, I will die of happiness at the end of my life. Isn't that a good ending for me? Isn't that the case for many people in the world?"

"You reshaped my life with your own hands and gave me the greatest hope, but when my wish was about to come true, you gave up on it!"

"When I realized that you no longer wanted to challenge Arceus and became discouraged, I knew that my history and story also completely ended at this time."

"When everything is over, where will I go? Trapped in this hopeless history of searching for Arceus, wandering around like a homeless ghost!"

"Shen He no longer exists, Xi Cui has become Shen Ao, and all the past history has vanished into thin air. Where should I go?"

Hundreds of years of hopeless pursuit and thinking, the resentment and anger accumulated towards Giratina were vented out all at once at this moment of victory, but Wang Luo did not want to throw all the problems to Giratina.

He was not bewitched by Giratina, he was just cooperating with Giratina. His current mentality was probably similar to that of a partner who suddenly ran away with the money and bankrupted the company.

"I've said too much, but congratulations anyway." Wang Luo calmed down and then showed his signature smile. Although it was still hard to tell whether it was a sincere or false smile, at least, Wang Luo no longer had any hatred in his heart at this moment.

Because history and stories start again, and the broken parts can be continued, except that I still don’t know where the future will go, my wish can be considered to have been fulfilled not very perfectly?

The new world was not created, but I learned more interesting and rare things. As a merchant of mythology, I have to explore all kinds of rare people, things and objects! If there are endless worlds in the universe as Guang Moss said, then there will always be a world that looks like what I expect!

If I want to travel, where should I go? Guang Moss's voice echoed in his mind, and Wang Luo decided to ask Arceus for this.

But for now, let the other two receive the blessing.

Arceus stared at Wang Luo and nodded slightly, but did not say anything. He shifted his gaze and did not look at Zhulan, but instead looked at Guangtai first.

As the person who delivered the final blow, although he is not good at fighting,
The superpowers and spiritual power of the mind always allow one to seize the fleeting "opportunities" in command. This is an innate advantage. Although people who can communicate with Pokémon telepathically without words and command battles instantly are rare in the Pokémon world, they do exist.

For example, a girl named Lila in a certain battle frontier also possesses this power.

【This is the ball of time and space. 】

Arceus took the initiative to mention the ball of light in the illusory body and explained its origin:

[Every time a body is created, every time a stage dedicated to me appears, a ball of time and space is born. There was such a thing in the past, but the ball is sleeping in the body of its owner. The remains of the ball of time and space are the Cloud Ruins.]

[Since you know the mysterious maze world, you should know the 'Tower of Destiny' and the 'Sculpture of Arceus'. You can also make these buildings and items.] Arceus' voice was grand and distant: [The ball of time and space in front of you is the ruins of the God's Capital. As a reward for passing the test, I will give it to you and allow you to protect it.]

[But be careful, the power of the Space-Time Sphere is enormous. Even if you have mastered its production method, you cannot create it. It will destroy the balance of the world and attract the covetousness of those with ulterior motives. In fact, the enemies in this world who are looking for this powerful item have already appeared and are ready to make a move.]

"For example, the Ginga Group! It is a strange organization that has been highly active in the Sinnoh region recently."

Zhulan took over the topic: "Although they were a serious energy development company at the beginning, researching aerospace projects, they suddenly became extreme and started some meaningless activities in various regions, including snatching Pokémon, seemingly to obtain the energy used for evolution in the Pokémon's body."

"Many people in the Sinnoh region have complained strongly about the company, but the alliance's negotiations with them have been difficult, and their members recently changed their hairstyles. How should I put it, there is a subtle feeling."

Guangtai: "The green watermelon head and the sister head."

Zhulan: "Ah, that's it. So you know. I also think it's a bit tasteless."

Wang Luo: "Team Galaxy, huh."

Zhulan: "What's wrong? Do you know the detailed information about the Galaxy Team?"

Wang Luo smiled slightly: "Now is not the time to talk about these things. I don't know much about the modern Galaxy team. Let's continue to listen to the words of God."

Arceus's eyes did not move away from Guang Moss:

[There are many humans with ambitions. Even if you defeat one group, another group will appear. However, in different worlds, Pokémon will also have evil thoughts and violence. How to overcome one's own desires and embark on the true path of glory is a test that all life must go through.]

[When all the descendants of Shen He die, this ball of time and space will return to where it should be, and this stage of light will completely lose its power.]

The Thousand Universe Wrists on Arceus' body emitted a brilliant light, and the soft golden light sprinkled on the battlefield. First of all, it was what was promised before!
A magnificent golden lightning fell from the stars and struck the Shield Sword Monster!
But the thunder was not a punishment, nor would it harm the body and life of the Shield Sword Monster. Instead, it turned into the most powerful force and infused it with it. When it floated up from the ground again, the giant sword not only expanded again, but also turned into a shining golden color all over!
"What form is this?!"

Zhulan had never seen such an appearance before and was greatly shocked. Wang Luo explained to his great-granddaughter:

"That is the image of the 'king'."

"Do you remember the story that Guang Moss told? The ancient legendary hero brought ten Pokémon to challenge Arceus. With Arceus' blessing, the ten Pokémon transformed into the kings of Pokémon. Even their descendants have the same powerful physique. They gained power from Sinnoh Great Lord, and their power is unmatched by other Pokémon!"

"I think you will receive the same blessing next, and it will only be more and greater than Lord Light Moss."

"Because you are the 'chosen hero' this time."

Information was emerging in Guang Moss's mind:
"The Shieldsword has received the "King's Blessing"! 】

"Description: Blessed by Arceus, the Shieldblade's individual values are raised to the maximum, and an additional 50% is added on top of that. In mythology, the ten Pokémon that followed the ancient heroes to challenge the Great Lord of Sinnoh received this power. They were blessed by the falling lightning and turned into the arms of mankind."

"Usable power: Fierce - The power of the King Form is displayed, releasing a force that cannot be blocked by ordinary Pokémon. It has a 'dominant body' that will not be easily knocked down and interrupted."

"Usable power: Defense - The power displayed in the King Form can ignore the impact of the opponent's attack and reduce 50% of all sources of damage. However, if the defense state is weakened by "Treasure Guard" or "Pokémon Battle", it will fall into an unguarded state and the damage received from all sources will increase by 50%. "

"Usable power: King's Land - In ancient Xicui, the king Pokémon had their own land to protect. After becoming the king, you can choose a piece of land to protect and inherit. Under the protection of the king, the life in that place will grow stronger, and the growth and prosperity will be +50%. "

"Give it uh!"

The Aegisblade Monster was shocked as he watched himself grow larger and become golden. Feeling the surging power in his body, he asked Arceus, "Is this the certification of God?"
Ha, I got the most difficult legendary Pokémon certification! Uh, but... can you give me an extra autograph?

Arceus: “.”

After a moment of hesitation, Arceus shone another ray of light on Aegisblade. Of course, Aegisblade was not the only one to receive this blessing. The second and third lightning bolts came at the same time, striking Garchomp and Togekiss!

The two Pokémon made high-pitched sounds, and they also grew in size, their bodies glowed golden, and a sacred white glow lingered in their eyes!
The form of the king!
[If you want proof, I'll give it to you.]

As Arceus' voice fell, Guang Moss learned what those "certifications" were!

It’s a “badge”!
Medals, badges, medals, ribbons... These are all certificates of honor. They do not have any special abilities either in the game or in reality. They are just a form of honor and commemoration, although they are also divided into different levels of rarity.

This is different from the "Gym Badge".

However, this time the badge is a reward from Arceus! It naturally has a little "special effect", and probably no other Pokémon in the world will have this batch of badges except the three in front of you!

"Aegisblade asked Arceus for an autograph, and as a god, Arceus agreed and gave the three Pokémon special badges."

"Hero's Certificate: This badge is made to imitate the legendary hero's deeds of challenging the Great Lord of Sinnoh. Only Pokémon who have challenged Arceus can obtain it, and it will be certified as a hero in the Pokémon world."

『Requirement: Complete "Trial of Arceus" on the Stage of Light in the Ruins of the Divine Capital.』

"Effect: When encountering ordinary Pokémon, it will inspire the Pokémon's confidence and strength, and in critical moments, it will increase all of its abilities by one level - heroes are supposed to turn the tide."

[This is the 'badge' you requested, and next, I will grant you different protections.]

Arceus' reward is generous enough!
This protection is the same as the previous protection for Giratina, except that Giratina has three types of protection, while the other challengers only have one.

This is also a warning from Arceus. When power is too great, it will breed malice. Sometimes, Pokémon and trainers themselves don't know where the malice comes from. Ambitions will swell as a result, and good people will become villains, and finally be defeated by new heroes.

[Sword Monster, your last Iron Hoof Light left a deep impression on me. As a warrior, you laid the foundation for victory, so I grant you the blessing of 'Superior'. ]

[You can ignore particularly effective attacks. When you use particularly effective attacks on enemies, the damage increases.]

[Greek, your struggle represents the glory of life and the maximization of the power of bondage. As a brave warrior, you hurt me for the first time, so I will grant you the blessing of 'Hero'.]

【When you fight the enemy, all your abilities will be enhanced. 】

[Pogekiss, your assistance has left a deep impression on me. As a helper, you cleverly reversed the battle situation and helped your partners avoid danger many times. Therefore, I grant you the blessing of "Great Swing". The range of use of all your moves will become larger.]

The three Pokémon received blessings from Arceus. Different blessings will cause changes in power and the future. Then, Arceus turned his eyes to Takenoko.

The matter of Wang Luo will be discussed last. Now, it is time to bless the "Chosen One"!

Zhulan's attire maintains the appearance of the "Al suit", with a white coat, an emerald-like pendant, and a golden halo. This posture comes from the favor of God. At the same time, Zhulan also got the title of "trainer recognized by God".

Although it is of no great use to the outside world, it will greatly strengthen her spiritual will, soul, and "idealism burst"!
In Guangtai's opinion, he suddenly felt that the challengers from the Sinnoh region might be unlucky, including the future Satoshi. The strength of the current Takeran and the original Takeran are almost two different people, the difference is like heaven and earth!

Especially for Sinnoh's Fire King Daya, she may never be able to defeat Takeran in her lifetime, after all, the Ruins of the Divine Capital is a limited copy exclusively for her.

[This is God's protection. You have been recognized by "me" during the battle, so you have this posture. However, there is no item in this world that can stimulate this power. Therefore, this power of protection can only be hidden in your heart.]

[However, when you put on the same clothes, you will get the same power as now. As for how to make clothes, the only craftsman in the capital of the gods will give you the answer.]

[Besides this, I will give you a new blessing, the same blessing that the ancient heroes once gave you.]

Ancient heroes, in addition to the unknown god who challenged Arceus with ten Pokémon, someone from the Qingcui era can also be included, and the blessings they received are different.

Judging from subsequent developments, some people speculated that the ancient man who once challenged Arceus with ten Pokémon was most likely Wusi, but some people also believed that Wusi was the incarnation of the alpaca or the "previous alpaca", and the ancient poems she wrote expressing her remembrance of her "husband" referred to the hero who once challenged her.

If that's the case, then there are three Arceus in this world.

Because Zhulan is not Light Moss's "Pokémon", Light Moss cannot know what kind of blessing Zhulan has received. She only sees light flowing around her, and her expression gradually changes from astonishment to joy, and finally she sincerely accepts this blessing.

Then, Zhulan looked at herself.

"I have received Sinnoh's blessing, but this blessing still requires the Flute of the Divine Sealing."

"Arzeus said, please go to the Pillar of the Spear."

"Well, it may take some time. I have other places to go now." Guangtai's refusal made Wang Luo slap his thigh anxiously. This was a request from God, how could he ignore it? However, Zhulan expressed her understanding:
"It's okay. Arceus said that the time for the opening of the Pillar of the Spear has not yet arrived, so you can go anytime, but this blessing will definitely be fulfilled in the future."

"Thank you, really. Thank you very much!" This time it was Zhulan herself who expressed her gratitude. She turned to Guangtai and said, "Although I still want to learn more secrets from you, I have obtained too much history now. I have to record them all. This is a difficult task!"

"But it's great to be here in the capital to witness all of this, to participate in this challenge, and to meet you."

"I am really lucky. I can't stop feeling grateful. My heart is pounding. I am so happy! I really, sincerely feel it!"

"It's great that I can do mythology research! The history of humans and the history of Pokémon, the different histories interweave to become a new legend. I will remember these words!"

"Of course, I also have to thank Mr. Wang Luo." Zhulan looked at her ancestor with a smile. Although Arceus did not say some things explicitly, Zhulan guessed that the relationship between her and Wang Luo might not be simple.

"The bond with Zhulan has sprouted!"

"The bond with Zhulan has improved!"

"The bond with Zhulan has greatly increased!"

Three messages came in succession. If this was considered as favorability, Guangtai knew that the Sinnoh champion's favorability towards him had probably reached a very high level. After all, they had fought together and faced challenges, and he also had the close identity of being the descendant of the God.

"If you have time, you must come to Shenhe Town!"

This is Zhulan's invitation.

Finally, Arceus's eyes were fixed on Wang Luo, the ancient Sinnoh man who had been searching for him for hundreds of years.
[If you were to travel, where would you like to go? ]

Arceus asked.

[The history of the Divine Capital has ended here, but it has also started anew, so, are you planning to leave this world? ]

(End of this chapter)