Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

"However, Xia Yan was already able to go toe-to-toe with the champion Aldrich during the last Masters tournament, so now... he's probably even stronger, right?"

"That makes sense. To be honest, I'm really looking forward to seeing what kind of Pokémon, tactics, and system Xia Yan will use."

"If you don't understand, just ask. 'Road to the Championship'... what is that? A competition?"

"..."

The news caused a huge uproar online as soon as it was announced.

As the news spread, more and more people joined the discussion.

although.

Many people like Xia Yan.

But to be honest, the saying that there are just as many people who like it as there are people who hate it is absolutely true.

Xia Yan's excellent performance usually forces some haters to shut up, or they try to smear him from some tricky angles.

But this time...

This gave the little black guys a clear direction.

In summary, it can be summed up in one sentence.

Having been one of the Four Heavenly Kings for less than a year, his audacity in daring to challenge the "Road to the Champion" is truly outrageous.

to this end.

Naturally, there were many people who liked Xia Yan, and they engaged in fierce online battles with these haters.

In fact, it's not uncommon for people who aren't satisfied with online matches to arrange offline matches.

Regardless, this incident has instantly ignited a lot of public interest.

...

...

Hoenn region.

The Devon Corporation building houses the Network Business Department, News Department, Public Relations Department, and Operations Department.

"I don't care what methods you use, I want to see Xia Yan's promotional posters hanging on all of our Devon Company's properties within three days."

It's rare for the young master, Daigo, to get involved in the company's operations.

It seems that the investment would be very large, and the returns are currently unknown, so it's not a very good project.

But both the young master and Chairman Zvoich gave the project tremendous support and authority.

...

Kanto region.

Baiyinshan Alliance Headquarters.

"Hmm, Daigo has already started making his move, we shouldn't fall behind." Wataru closed his laptop and said to Lorelei.

“I have already spoken with the teachers and professors in the college, and they will use their connections.”

Kona had clearly been prepared for this for some time.

"The Kanto region is yours, and the Johto region is mine," Watari said, assigning the responsibilities.

In terms of influence, the Dragon Clan is still more influential in the Johto region than in the Kanto region.

"it is good!"

...

Joban City.

Inside the Viridian Gym, Team Rocket's secret base.

What are some recent events worth paying attention to?

Having just returned from the ruins of the capital, Sakaki was preparing to hear a report from Makoto on the matters that had accumulated over the past few days.

"Leader, the Sinnoh region has announced that Natsuhiko, who has been in office for less than a year, will be challenging the 'Path to Victory'."

During his report, Masahiro also mentioned this matter.

Upon hearing this...

Sakaki's hand, which was gently stroking the cat's lap, paused slightly.

His eyes were half-closed.

The corners of his mouth slowly turned up.

"Then let's add fuel to the fire."

...

Alora.

The Ether Foundation.

After listening to Bi Ke's report about Xia Yan, she did not hesitate at all.

Lusamine made the decision immediately.

"Spread the word!"

“Yes, Chairperson Rosamund.”

...

Galler.

A martial arts gym located in a remote mountainous area.

An elderly man dressed in casual clothes, with a hunched back, was watching the news broadcast on an old television with a cheerful smile.

"Hehe—Xiao Dandan, that amazing trainer Xia Yan you mentioned, he seems to have been on TV."

Then a series of hurried footsteps could be heard.

Wearing his training clothes, Dan Di's forehead was covered in sweat. His eyes lit up instantly as he watched the news broadcast on TV.

"Xia Yan is going to challenge the 'Road to the Champion'?!"

“Little Dandan, I think you seem to care about him a lot.”

"Master! Please increase the intensity of my training. I can't fall so far behind anymore!" Dan Di didn't answer, but said earnestly.

The old man's deep eyes flickered slightly.

He then said cheerfully, "Little Dandan, you'd better get ready."

...

Sinnoh region.

Xia Yan stared at the computer screen, his expression somewhat stiff.

He slowly raised his head to look at Cynthia, his lips twitching.

"Isn't this news spreading a little too fast?"

Chapter 142 The Road to Champion? No! The Talent Market!

"So complicated?!"

Xia Yan looked bewildered.

Cynthia picked up her mocha, took a small sip, crossed her legs, and easily changed her posture. Looking at Xia Yan's astonished expression, her eyes curved into crescent shapes.

"It seems you really don't know the specific details before announcing your intention to challenge the 'Road to the Champion'."

Upon hearing this...

Xia Yan coughed lightly, slightly embarrassed.

The main reason is that in recent years, the league has not released any information or reports related to "The Road to the Championship".

He was taking things for granted a tiny bit.

of course.

It was during his conversation with Daigo and Wataru that Natsuhiko realized they also wanted to take on the "Road to the Champion".

Cynthia gently rubbed the rim of the glass with her slender fingertips and said slowly:

"The reason why the 'Road to Champion' in the Kanto region is the most difficult is because there are too many talented and top-notch trainers in the Kanto region. It's not just the Elite Four who are strong; many trainers who may not have high positions in the League also have considerable strength."

Xia Yan pressed his temple.

“I really didn’t expect that ‘Road to Champion’ would allow local trainers to participate and become part of the champion’s assessment.”

Just now.

Xia Yan only learned this during his conversation with Cynthia.

It turns out that the so-called "road to the championship" really does exist.

For example, in the Kanto and Johto regions, their "Champion Road" is a road that runs from the foot of Mt. Silver to the Kanto Alliance headquarters in Mt. Silver.

And on this road.

The league does not object to some local trainers going there, regardless of whether they are obstructing, participating, or challenging it.

This is a tradition of the "Road to Champions".

It is said that...

This was because when the league was first established, the first champion took office, and he wanted to demonstrate his strength enough to intimidate others. Also, because there were many obstacles and opposing forces when the league was established, they simply resolved them all at once.

even.

Even the tradition of having to defeat the Four Heavenly Kings to become a champion started from that time.

Because in the early days of the alliance, the Four Heavenly Kings belonged to different camps and factions, and they were scheming against each other and difficult to unite, so the position of champion was created as a coordinator above the Four Heavenly Kings.

only.