Divine Plan? But I'm a Pokémon trainer.

Chapter 380: Common Normal-type Pokémon like Lizard are perfect as beginner Pokémon.
Referring to the example of Merdan (choose one of three Alolan Meowths), Link, as a Normal-type Gym Leader, would naturally choose to send out Normal-type Pokémon.

Then he needs to consider the growth rate of these Pokémon. Ideally, they should have a solid strength and a smooth growth curve, so that they can ignore the trainer's level and grow to the level of the gym leader's main Pokémon step by step.

Furthermore, based on the idea of ​​"the importance of fundamentals," it's best if it can adapt to all situations, like stray dogs everywhere...

Furthermore, she has a good personality, which is a significant advantage.

Honestly, very few Pokémon can meet these requirements, let alone the fact that he needs to limit the attributes and list three types.

These requirements directly excluded Pokémon that were difficult to "control," such as Chansey, Kangaskhan, and Slaking.

Link had Porygon list out all the known Normal-type Pokémon and carefully analyzed their advantages and disadvantages.

"Of course, woofers are definitely one of the options."

The advantages and strength of this type of Pokémon have been mentioned before, so I will not repeat them here.

"Considering it's the Unova region, Yorktown seems like a good option?"

They are friendly towards humans, possess a "threatening" characteristic, and in rare cases, even exhibit "courage."
They can naturally learn moves that dog-type Pokémon must master, such as Trifang, Bite, and Play Rough. They can also learn Ground, Psychic, Rock, Fighting, Steel, and Electric-type physical moves. Their basic abilities after full growth are very close to those of the starter Pokémon.

A real stray dog ​​on the street.

"But the third type of spirit..."

Link couldn't think of anyone who could do the job.

“Okay, the trainer wants to find a Normal-type starter Pokémon similar to Venusaur, Charizard, or Blastoise,” Porygon suggested. “How about Staraptor from the Sinnoh region?”

"Absolutely not. He has a fierce and warlike personality and prefers self-harming techniques, making him unsuitable for training new recruits."

Ergui Peng seemed to be deep in thought. "Then what about Oliva?"

It remembered that this was a very gentle yet powerful Pokémon, whose abilities, such as "Drop Seed" and "Harvest," could greatly improve the experience for new trainers.

"Grass-type + slow speed, let alone a newbie, even I might not be able to train well."

Actually, Link has never been very good at slow-speed Pokémon, but his lack of skill is not comparable to that of ordinary people.

Before giving newcomers slow or Grass-type Pokémon, think about the plight of Chikorita in the Johto region and Snivy in the Unova region.

The rookie trainer's Snivy doesn't have the "contrarian" trait...

"Fu~"

It seems there aren't many suitable Pokémon to offer to new trainers as beginner Pokémon. Why not lower the requirements or just offer these two types?

Link pondered for a long time before finally realizing, "No, there's another way—why not just give it to the new trainer, Lizard?"

Upon hearing this, Polygon immediately retrieved the information on the Motor Lizard.

[Motorlizard, Mount Pokémon, Dragon/Normal type, Abilities: Shed Skin/Regenerator.]

[The back can be warmed by human body heat, restoring vitality. Since ancient times, people have been carried on their backs, traveling at speeds of up to 120 kilometers per hour.]

In the remote Padia region, there are more Motolizards than Pikachu in the Evergreen Forest. As such a common Pokémon, yet surprisingly powerful, it's hard to imagine what kind of predators a large group of Motolizards in the wild might encounter.

"In terms of smooth growth, Motolizard is slightly inferior to those beginner Pokémon that can evolve twice, and belongs to the category of Pokémon with a slower growth rate."

"But the dragon-type resistance and the moves that come with it make up for this very well."

Motor lizards are born with the ability to "bump" and "make noises".

Based on the gym challenge progress of most trainers...

With 1 badge, the Motor Lizard can learn "High-Speed ​​Spin" and "Taunt" on its own;
With 2 badges, the Moto Lizard can learn "Wide Area Destruction" and "Quick Shot" on its own;
When you have 3/4 badges, the Motolizard can learn "Bite" and "U-turn" on its own;
With 5/6 badges, the Moto Lizard can learn "Tail Cut" and "Dragon Claw" on its own;
With 7/8 badges, the Moto Lizard can learn "Shift" and "Dragon Pulse" on its own;
In addition, it can inherit four moves: "Iron Tail", "Slap", "Water Tail", and "Power Whip".

Not to mention, you can also learn moves like "Ice Spin," "Scale Shot," "Dragon Star Gathering," and "Brute Force" using TMs...

What kind of skill pool is this?

This is a skill pool that's meant for 6v6 singles from birth!

High-speed "Regeneration" and "Tail Cut" mean the ability to rotate at minimal cost, allowing newcomers to easily avoid losses from misjudgments or ensure that the newly entered Pokémon is in good condition.

"High-Speed ​​Spin" can clear spikes, break parasites, and break bonds while increasing speed. High-speed "Taunt" can disrupt the opponent's moves first, and the inherited "Slam" can knock down the opponent's berries and other items.

Even just the few moves available in the early stages (with 2 badges) are enough to provide new trainers with the right battle strategies.

"Wide Area Destruction" has a huge range and hinders the opponent's attack, while "Rapid Return" can also make newcomers realize the value of rotation in the early stages.

The high-speed "bite", the preemptive strike "lightning flash", and the idealistic "brute force" are of greater strategic significance.

Before the tournament, there's an even greater chance to master "Shift," an upgraded version of "Dragon Dance" that not only boosts physical attack but also significantly increases speed. A certain pseudo-legendary character next door is practically drooling with envy...

Of course, the only beginner Pokémon provided to new trainers has the most common ability – "Shedding Skin" – which can heal abnormal statuses more quickly.

This is very effective for paralysis and burns that beginners often struggle to cope with.

If the necessary constraints are in place, it's essentially equivalent to an immune abnormality... although that's unlikely.

While the "Regeneration" ability is rare, this potential makes Lizard's recovery ability stronger than that of ordinary Pokémon, giving it relatively better endurance in the wild. This indirectly solves the problem of new trainers having difficulty getting started and having to return to the Pokémon Center every few days.

A truly skilled trainer can easily train a battle-hardened Lizard to master the "Regenerate" ability.

Trainers with mediocre skills... even if you gave them to them, they wouldn't be able to make good use of them.

"Wow, Motosh is just too perfect! How can there be such a perfect starter Pokémon?"

Link's eyes lit up, and he immediately decided on the starter Pokémon that his gym would distribute in the future, wishing he could delete the three options and keep only the unique Lizard!

However, Porygon reminded them, "According to the regulations, whether it's a Pokémon Center, a professor, or a Gym Leader, they all need to provide three options for newcomers to choose from when distributing starter Pokémon."

Unfortunately, it seems that Lizard cannot be recommended as a beginner Pokémon for all new trainers.

Link expressed his deep regret over this...

(End of this chapter)