Elf-like Life

Chapter 63, Mountain Wind

Without a doubt, the mountain winds are the biggest challenge in Sunset Canyon.

It is precisely because of the unpredictable mountain winds that Pokémon expeditions rarely venture here, while some Pokémon who like to train on their own regard this place as a treasure trove.

For example, Kakachu trained in Wind Release ninjutsu in Sunset Canyon, and some Pokémon that are good at aerial combat also visit there often.

In short, when people see such a towering canyon, they usually think of something like the Fire-Breathing Dragon Valley.

Without a challenging and harsh environment, could it still be called the Charizard Valley, a gathering place for powerful creatures?

Of course, this is not the Fire-Breathing Dragon Valley, but the Sunset Grand Canyon.

When the three little ones successfully reached the bottom of the canyon, they all raised their little heads and looked up.

One orange-yellow rock wall after another, with unpredictable vortices constantly moving back and forth between the canyons, and barrenness accompanied by a few patches of yellow sand.

The vegetation consists mostly of small, sea buckthorn-like shrubs or needles growing in the crevices of rocky cliffs.

The overall environment is much harsher than that of the thorny cliffs.

Pikachu sensed a hidden wind pressure even before entering the canyon.

It's like the wind pressure gets stronger the higher you climb to the top of the canyon.

"Everyone must be careful of the mountain winds. I remember Kakachu mentioned before that the mountain winds here are strong enough to blow Charizard away."

Oh no, really?!

Charizard, a powerful Pokémon, is supposed to be a strong creature trained in Charizard Valley, so how could it be unable to withstand the mountain winds?

The lobster soldier solemnly raised his crab claw:

"Hehe, you're right, everyone, perk up!"

"The higher you go, the more destructive the mountain winds become."

"So I suggest we move quickly in the early stages, and just follow my old trick to get to the top of the mountain in one go, hehehe!"

The lobster soldier acted immediately after speaking, and the two little ones almost didn't have time to react. In short, if they didn't catch up, they would fall behind:

"Wait, are we leaving already?!"

The lobster soldier, seeing that the little dragon was inexperienced, sternly said from the front:

"Hey, didn't I already emphasize that?"

"There's a wind check every 20 minutes. If you don't want to be swept away by the strong winds, get moving with me and try to reach the summit in one go!"

Therefore, the Lobster Soldier's strategy was to advance at top speed and try to reach at least halfway within the first 20 minutes.

After all, it's impossible to break through the entire Sunset Canyon in 20 minutes.

You can only reach about the 10th floor for now.

When the time comes, we will be greeted by the first mountain wind, which will only have a force of 4.

So along the way, everyone was basically racing against time and didn't really have any intense battles with the wild Pokémon that inhabit Sunset Canyon.

Coincidentally,

Most of the Pokémon that inhabit Sunset Canyon are Pokémon that move with the wind.

Because the mountain winds here keep blowing.

When they get a little older, these little sprites, who are good at riding the wind, become free.

For example, those shuttlecock flowers and wind sprites, which scatter everywhere when the wind blows, and then there are those that don't move at all. The 'Nonsense Tree' is also a representative of those hidden among the rock walls.

According to their weight, the three little ones are about the same.

The initial whirlwind wasn't enough to blow away Charmander, Pikachu, and Garchomp.

However, once they reached around the 7th floor, the three little ones began to feel noticeably strained.

First, a strong wind suddenly blew up.

That kind of surprise attack is much stronger than when fighting Sylveon at Thorn Cliff; if you're not careful, you can blow Pikachu into a roll.

The lobster soldiers at the front were blown backward several times.

At this point, there were less than 5 minutes left before the first wind event.

"Hey, this can't go on!"

"We need to get the traditional remedy ready quickly. You two, come and get to work with me!!"

Such severe mountain winds are difficult for Pikachu to avoid using knowledge; only some folk remedies might work.

For example, the Lobster Soldier's home remedy:

The method of fixing with rumbling stones.

As the name suggests, this method utilizes the principle of weight-bearing during exercise.

First, collect a large number of rumblestones, then tie the stones to the little beast's legs to use the weight of the stones to stabilize its small body.

The mountainside area of ​​Sunset Canyon is home to a large number of rumblebees.

Even during the daytime, the rumble rocks don't move much, but you can see large rocks scattered everywhere after they roll.

With the help of the tight ropes provided by the Lobster Soldier, tie about 3-4 rumble stones to both sides of the little beast's legs, and then use its claws to grab onto the nearest rock. That should be enough.

"So that's what this traditional remedy is all about!"

Pikachu did as instructed, tying four slightly larger stones to the sides of the two small animal legs.

Charmander also imitated the lobster soldiers, tying on stones that were a bit heavier than the ones Pikachu had chosen.

This instantly made me feel much more stable.

Then, the lobster soldier awkwardly assumed an Asian squatting posture, lowering his center of gravity.

"Hey, Lobster Soldier, what are you doing? How can you poop in the open like that?"

"Hehe, don't talk nonsense!"

"This is called horse stance, you should all learn it!"

A lobster assumes a horse stance and then strains its two claws—isn't that the standard squatting posture?

"Hahaha, this is hilarious!" The little dragon almost died laughing at the lobster soldier.

However, Pikachu earnestly reminded Charmander that the reason why Corphish did what he did was perfectly in line with scientific knowledge.

Lowering your center of gravity, especially by stabilizing your lower body, can easily create an effect known as "grip".

This allows some Pokémon that are not heavy to have some grip when fighting mountain winds, thus compensating for their lack of weight advantage.

As the saying goes, being fat has its advantages.

Little Fatty can't be blown away by a strong wind.

Since Soldier Lobster, Charmander, and Pikachu aren't chubby, they can still try to make up for the gap between themselves and chubby guys.

Charmander suddenly realized the importance of weight:

"If I'd known it would be like this, I should have eaten more, at least gained some weight or something. If it were something like Munchlax, it would be a piece of cake~"

Pikachu: "Hey, hey, I can't turn into a Munchlax! Otherwise, Charmander will become a fat Charmander!"

"Haha, I was just kidding."

While Charmander was still chatting and laughing with Pikachu, the Slug Squad had become so serious that they couldn't bear to watch any longer.

"Hehe, why are you guys grinning like that again!"

"Listen up, everyone, the first typhoon is coming!"

"If you were accidentally blown off course into the canyon, your life would be in danger!"

Charmander + Pikachu: !

Whew, whiff, whiff—

A gust of wind is about to hit every 20 minutes. Although this is only the first wave of a level 4 gust, the little ones are starting to get nervous.

It's finally coming!

Hiding behind the rock wall that was responsible for blocking the mountain wind, with earthen blocks tied with rumbling stones, and finally settling into a horse stance.

All preparations are complete.

"Ready, prepare for the windstorm!"

"3,"

"2,"

"1, here it comes!"

Whoosh who ...

The final stage of the maze is also quite difficult to handle. Alright, is the last PY book of the week ready, dear readers? It's the Spirit Mantis King! Those who like it, come and take a look!

(End of this chapter)