Divine Plan? But I'm a Pokémon trainer.

Chapter 431 The Great Heist of the Illustrated Guide

Just before the new trainers arrived in Wakaba Town, Link, who was already used to the routine battles after receiving his starter, had already left the Skywood Research Lab.

His trip to the Johto region was certainly not to challenge the gym again... at least that wasn't his main purpose.

The most important task is the operation, maintenance, and optimization of HOME.

We will largely align our actions with those of the four Pokédex holders and observe their use of HOME in order to further promote this system in the future.

But to be honest, Link doesn't think this is suitable for everyone; it's enough to give it to trainers who have passed the test.

Aside from that, he mainly wanted to enjoy the scenery this time, making up for his previous rushed trip in the Hoenn region where he practically did Brownian motion on the map.

I'll also take this opportunity to practice and train, transforming my increased strength, agility, and physical potential into real physical fitness.

Together with the elves, we strolled leisurely around the city.

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"I wonder what Azure from the Kanto region chose. I guess it'll still be Squirtle."

The sky is clear and the wind is gentle and gentle.

I took the Pokémon to Route 27 on the east side of New Leaf Town to fish, but suddenly remembered Azure on the other side.

She is the senior of Kodakyu and Ayumi. Since it is her turn to set off this year, it should be the turn of the new generation of Pallet Town next year.

Professor Oak told Link that he entrusted Red and Leaf to raise these two starter Pokémon, so Link is really looking forward to the performance of his partner Pikachu and Eevee.

Just how far can these elves, who transcend racial limitations, go?

"Wang!"

Just as Link's thoughts were drifting as usual, Arcanine, who was lying by the lake, suddenly spoke up to signal him.

A fish has taken the bait.

Link tried to lift the fishing rod, but the struggle from underwater became increasingly fierce.

After a fierce struggle between the man and the fish that lasted about five minutes, the fire fox used its "telekinesis" to pull the creature out of the water.

A lively little saw-toothed crocodile emerged from the water, its jaws firmly gripping the bait.

"Is this a fish?"

The little tortoise looked in the direction of the sound and saw that almost all the creatures around the fisherman were "villains." Instinctively, it bit through the fishing line, fell into the water, and ran away.

Wild elves are indeed much more alert.

Link didn't give chase, but instead opened the map function on the Pokédex.

"Route 27 is indeed in the Kanto region, but I actually encountered a wild Totodile."

The distribution is not shown in the Pokédex; perhaps it's because the release of trainers has created an ecosystem.

Seeing that the trainer was reacting so slowly, Dual Blade, who had been slacking off, volunteered to chase after the trainer.

It moves much more easily in these small ponds than a wave dolphin or a dark-tailed pufferfish.

"Forget it, I was just fishing casually."

Link shook his head, indicating that he did not plan to capture any more Pokémon in the next few years.

To be precise, the groups traveling in the Johto region were already fixed—

Bulbasaur, Chikorita, Ampharos, MetalGreymon, Double-Edge, and Flamebug are primarily used for battles against Gym Leaders and wild Trainers.

As for the Fire Fox and the others, they don't participate in the battle at all... If any one of the main lineups could easily win a 1v6, then there's no point in having them.

Therefore, they mostly use HOME to play in the Dream Realm, train their offspring uploaded to HOME, or explore the Pokémon world as members of an adventure party. However, thanks to the establishment of HOME and the crafting function of the connecting stone tablet, Link can secretly bring one or two more Pokémon with him when he is in the wild.

When he deems it necessary or when he encounters a beautiful scene, he can still temporarily allow his Pokémon to exceed their limits... just like right now, Fennekin and Arcanine are traveling with him.

At this point, it's quite difficult to pull out a team of babies that hasn't evolved to the final stage and doesn't have a coherent system.

I caught them three years ago, so why haven't Bulbasaur and Chikorita evolved to their final stage yet?
Firstly, some Pokémon (Metal Monster, Burning Bug) evolve relatively slowly.

If no human intervention disrupts the natural growth pattern of Pokémon, their evolution tends to follow "age" rather than "strength," meaning they will only evolve when they reach a certain stage.

Secondly, the evolution of Chikorita and its companions during their adventures in another world is not a natural or effortless process; whether or not members of the adventure team evolve also depends on the needs of the team.

Although it's hard to admit, Pokémon like Venusaur, Meganium, and Seraphim are indeed not suitable for long journeys.

The growth stage has its advantages too; after all, not evolving doesn't have that much of an impact on strength...

"It's almost noon. Let's go to Wakaba Town to get something to eat and rest until it cools down in the afternoon before we set off again."

"rice wine!"

Should I say that this person truly has the temperament to handle everything?

As soon as they returned to town, they found police surrounding the Kongmu Research Institute.

"A suspicious figure is loitering outside the research institute. Please wait a moment!"

Perhaps Link riding Arcanine outside the research institute was too conspicuous, because he was soon stopped by Officer Jenny (in the form of Wakaba Town).

However, after Link landed, the latter immediately realized the other party's identity.

It's a former champion!
"Xiao...Xiao Lin, no, how come you're still so young?"

Officer Jenny was shocked to discover that the other person looked exactly like the person on television three years ago, which was exactly what she, as a police officer, found suspicious and incongruous!

"I don't look old, besides, I'm only sixteen." Link had been away for two years due to research commitments. "Miss Officer Jenny, has Dr. Elm's case come to light?"

"Fu!"

The fox nodded. It had long suspected that the doctor who spent his days making elves do this and that and researching how elves lay eggs was no good person. Now he'd finally been arrested by the police.

Officer Jenny clearly didn't understand the fox's complaint and quickly defended the professor, saying, "No, Professor Elm's lab was robbed. A set of beginner Pokémon and Pokédex prepared for new trainers was stolen."

"Fu?"

Only one copy was stolen?
"One serving?"

Officer Jenny nodded; this was precisely the point of contention in the case.

At the time of the incident, there were two starter Pokémon and three Pokédex entries in the research facility, but the thief only stole one of each, which didn't seem like he was after money... rather, it seemed like he simply wanted the starter Pokémon and the Pokédex entries.

"The location of that Poké Ball should be able to be found on the Poké Ball management system, right?" Link thought it wouldn't be long before the case was closed.

Officer Jenny looked grim; it would be troublesome if the thief knew this and threw away the Poké Ball.

Many criminals are familiar with the Poké Ball management system beforehand, and some even prepare old Poké Balls without the chip installed on the black market.

Handmade mandarin orange balls are especially popular in the Jodo area, and it's easy to find these illegal workshops.

The Poké Ball management system is not entirely reliable.

The most important problem now is what happens if the beginner Pokémon identifies the thief as its trainer...

(End of this chapter)