Pokémon, Inkaros, my starter Pokémon

Shi Dou accepted the reward with satisfaction, and then sighed, "This Tower of Heroes is indeed a great place. Not only can I quickly gain experience, but I can also capture all kinds of promising elf larvae."

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Enter the Tower of Heroes, third floor.

My consciousness traveled through time again, and when the surrounding scenery stabilized, I could feel a scorching heat even through my protective gear.

Shi Dou found himself standing on a cracked, scorched earth, with an active volcano in the distance constantly erupting smoke and lava, and the air filled with the pungent smell of sulfur. He had automatically donned a heavy heat-resistant suit to ensure he could move around in this extreme environment.

The system introduction then follows:

[Scene from the third floor of the Tower of Heroes: Pano Galaxy - Volcano Star.]

[Located near the Pano Sun, this planet has an unusually high temperature and is called Volcano Planet. It is an extremely hot planet, surrounded by magma and volcanoes, within which mysterious and powerful forces are nurtured.]

"Volcano Star... its guardian spirit is Rios."

Shi Dou fell into deep thought.

Rios is naturally warlike, with a volatile and unpredictable temper. She once nearly burned Allison, who tried to subdue her, to death, but was stopped by the younger Sailors, allowing Allison to escape. In the early main storyline of Sailor Moon, Rios and Axia had their fire genes extracted by the Obi Organization and the Evil Spirit Organization, creating the mutated spirit Axias, who was defeated by Ray and then disappeared from the story.

In the early stages of the game, Rios was once hailed as a god-tier pet due to its high special defense and its signature skill, "Wildfire," which has a power of 150 points and no negative effects.

Unfortunately, with each version update, more Pokémon have obtained Mega Evolution and Ultimate forms, and Rios has gradually faded from the mainstream view. However, with subsequent reinforcement plans, Rios will have various forms such as Mega Evolution, making it a very good Fire-type Pokémon.

This third-floor boss is not as easy to deal with as the previous two. Even the water-type Pokémon caught on Ocean Star could not withstand Rios' ultimate move, Grill. Fortunately, Shidou's main Pokémon was Eevee, which evolved into Balus and made it relatively easy to defeat.

Thinking of this, Shi Dou's heart stirred.

Doesn't he currently possess Iyoda, who has just undergone fusion, reincarnation, and level unification?

As a water-type spirit, it is the best choice to fight Rios!

"It seems that today's challenge can only end here for now."

Shi Dou did not rashly venture into the depths of the third level to search for Rios. With a thought, he chose to exit the Tower of Heroes scene and his consciousness returned to the main control area of ​​the space station.

They walked straight to the module marked "Special Training Pod".

It was a technologically advanced cylindrical cabin, with gentle streams of energy flowing inside.

"System, inject all the experience energy gained from defeating the Mushroom Monster and Steel-Toothed Shark into the Special Training Chamber!"

【Instructions received.】

[Experience Energy Statistics: 1000 points + 2500 points = 3500 points. Injecting... Injection complete.]

Please select the Pokémon that requires special training.

The virtual panel listed all of Shidou's current Pokémon. His gaze fell on Eota, whose level was only LV20.

"Choose, Eyoda."

[Confirmed. Spirit: Eioda (LV20). Begins special training on experience energy conversion and absorption.]

Estimated completion time: 12 hours.

"Does it really take 12 hours? If so, then we can only rest for now and wait for tomorrow's results."

Shi Dou checked the time; it was already late at night in reality, so he could only rest for the time being.

He exited the system, his consciousness fully returning to reality. He took off his connecting glasses, and the moonlight was bright outside the window. Lying on the soft bed, Shi Dou closed his eyes with anticipation.

3500 experience points, I wonder if that's enough for Iouda to evolve directly into King Russ?

If successful, the main force of the Water-type will officially return, and in a stronger form!

With anticipation for tomorrow, Shidou slowly drifted off to sleep.

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P.S.: There will be another update tonight, I'm going to go play with my sister now~

Chapter 93 King Ruth: If you have something to say, go tell my Wave-Strike Thousand Strike!!

That night, Shi Dou slept exceptionally well, dreaming of being gently surrounded by flowing blue water. The next morning, the warm sunlight streamed into the room through the gaps in the curtains, waking Shi Dou from his slumber.

Shi Dou woke up feeling refreshed and, after washing up, went to the dining room. Mei had already prepared breakfast and was turning around with the plate when Shi Dou happened to walk to the door, and the two almost bumped into each other.

"Ah! Mr. Tokito, good morning!" Mei was startled, a blush instantly rising to her face. She took a half step back like a frightened deer, almost dropping the plate in her hand.

"Good morning, Mei." Shi Dou quickly steadied her arm, steadying the plate, and said with a smile, "Be careful."

"Yes, yes! Thank you, Master!"

Ya Yi quickly lowered her head, her heart pounding inexplicably. She dared not look Shi Dou in the eye and hurriedly set the breakfast on the table. A faint, ambiguous atmosphere seemed to permeate the air.

The museum owner was standing really close just now...

After breakfast, as usual, Tokito handed over the morning's gym operations to Mei. Tokito observed from the side and couldn't help but marvel once again at Mei's exceptional talent as a trainer.

Yai and Ken's teamwork became increasingly seamless. They commanded with composure and their tactics were flexible and varied. They were able to deal with all kinds of challengers with ease. Ken also showed great combat intelligence and made full use of his fighting skills, defeating several strong challengers in succession.

"You did a fantastic job, Mei! Ken too, you're getting more and more reliable!" Tokito didn't hold back his praise.

Receiving Tokito's approval, Mei's face lit up with a bright smile, as radiant as the sun. "Thank you, Mr. Tokito! We will continue to work hard!"

The time soon came to noon.

After lunch, during a break from his nap, Shi Dou finally couldn't contain his anticipation and returned to his room. He put on the special connection device again and lay flat on the bed.

"Lincoln, damn head!"

His consciousness ascended once more, traversing the galaxy and returning to the technologically advanced Seer Space Station. Shi Dou immediately went to the training pod.

[Special Training Status: Completed.]

[Pokémon: Iouda → Evolution complete!]

As the hatch slowly opened, a lithe and majestic figure leaped out and landed steadily in front of Shi Dou.

That was no longer the small and cute Eioda from before, but its advanced evolved form—King Russ!

With its streamlined, long body covered in blue scales, strong tail fin, and naturally surrounded by moist air and abundant water energy, it seems to be a born master of water.

Shi Dou immediately checked its details through the system:

[Elf]: King Russ

[Attribute]: Water

[Level]: 44

[Racial Stats]:

HP: 124

Attack: 120

Defense: 93

Special Attack: 95

Special Defense: 92

Speed: 86

Total: 610

[Information]: The evolved form of Claw Julian, its noble demeanor makes even the most turbulent waves pale in comparison, so it always wields the power of water with a proud and free-flowing manner.

[Newly Learned Moves]:

【Tsunami Cyclone】: A water-type special attack with a base power of 70. It has a 10% chance to inflict frostbite on the target upon hit.

【Sword Dance:】When the skill is successfully used, there is a 100% chance to increase the user's attack level by 2.

【Dragon Fang】: A Dragon-type physical attack with a base power of 80.

【Wave Strike】: A water-type physical attack that unleashes a series of attacks by swinging its claws and creating giant waves. It has a base power of 20 and attacks 5-8 times per turn.

【Overwhelming Force】: A water-type special attack with a base power of 75. The power is doubled when the opponent's HP is less than half.

Looking at the imposing King Luce before him, Tokito was filled with excitement and pride. The former Balus had not only regained his power through fusion and special training, but had also surpassed his past self, returning in a more perfect and more promising form!

"Welcome back, King Ruth!" Tokito reached out and stroked its cool, smooth scales. "You are stronger than before. Let's conquer the battles together."

King Luce let out a deep, powerful cry and gently nuzzled Tokito's palm with its head. Although it maintained its proud posture, its eyes were filled with trust in its trainer and the joy of reunion.

The return of the Water-type King has taken Shidou's team to the next level!

His consciousness traveled again, and Shi Dou returned to that scorching, desolate volcanic planet. Wearing a heat-resistant suit, he followed the path leading to the depths of the volcano from his memory. Under his feet were scalding rocks, and the air was filled with a suffocating smell of sulfur.

As Dou stepped into a massive cavern with dark red lava churning in the center, a system notification suddenly sounded:

[WARNING! Entering the boss area!]

[Battle Triggered: Rios (LV40), the final boss of the third floor of the Tower of Heroes!]

"Gululu..."

The lava pool in the center of the cave surged violently, and with a wild roar, a fiery red figure leaped out of the lava and landed steadily on a huge volcanic rock.

Its appearance resembles that of a lithe deer, its entire body covered in fiery red fur, its tail burning with incessant flames, its eyes fierce, and its body radiating terrifying heat and fighting spirit—

It is Rios, the guardian of Volcano Star!

As a boss, it is level 40, and its health bar is much thicker than any of the Pokémon in its team.

"Perfect timing! It's time to test your new power!" Tokito threw out the light blue spirit capsule without hesitation. "Go, King Ruth!"

"Roar--!"

With a majestic roar, the evolved King Ruth made a powerful entrance!

His blue and white body contrasted sharply with the surrounding crimson environment. The water vapor swirling around him hissed under the high temperature, but the arrogance and composure in King Russ's eyes remained undiminished.

The battle is imminent!

Faced with the invaders, Rios opened his mouth and spat out an extremely thick and condensed pillar of blazing white fire. In the volcanic arena, the power of the flames was greatly amplified, and the heat wave rushed over, as if it could melt everything!

Fire-type signature move —

Jet flames.

"King Ruth, use the tsunami whirlwind to hold them off!"

In an instant, King Ruth's giant tail slammed into the ground, instantly creating a huge swirling wave of highly compressed water in front of him, which quickly met the jet of flames!

"Boom——!!!"

The icy water collided violently with the raging fire, unleashing a deafening roar. A large amount of water vapor instantly rose up, filling the entire cave and blurring the view.

However, Volcano Star was, after all, Rios's territory. Taking advantage of the pervasive moisture, a glint flashed in Rios's eyes, and instantly, an invisible power spread out—

seal!

A strange power enveloped King Rus, attempting to weaken the edge of its claws. King Rus suddenly felt its body sink, and its desire to attack and the gathering of special energy became somewhat sluggish.

Seal, a normal-type attack. When the skill is successfully used, it has a 100% chance to reduce the opponent's Attack rank by 1; when the skill is successfully used, it has a 100% chance to reduce the opponent's Special Attack rank by 1.

King Beerus's Attack and Special Attack levels will be reduced by 1.

"Trying to weaken us?" Shi Dou's lips curled into a smile as he commanded, "King Russ, show it what true power is! Use Sword Dance!"

"Roar!!!"

King Russ let out a deafening dragon roar, forcibly dispelling the weakened discomfort. Then, his proud body began to spin rapidly in place, bringing with it a sharp airflow. His aura rose steadily like a drawn sword, becoming even more incomparably sharp!

Sword Dance: Increases attack power by two levels!

Instantly, King Russ's attack level increased by 2. Not only did it negate the sealing effect, but it also increased its attack level by 1. Although its special attack still could not be restored, it only needed to attack at close range now.

After all, King Russ's attack stat is as high as 120, and his ultimate move is also a physical attack. His special attack stat is only 90, so a reduction is not a big deal.

Rios used his technique again. Facing the extremely hot [Spiral Flame] swirling and condensing around Rios, Tokito did not choose to dodge, but instead issued a command to launch a strong attack:

"King Ruth, take this, then unleash the Thousand Waves!"

"Roar!" King Russ roared, and water vapor instantly rose around him as he withstood the scorching spiral flames. Enduring the pain, he swung his huge claws fiercely!

In an instant, countless claw-like shadows formed by highly compressed water flow crashed down on Rios like endless, raging waves!

“Bang bang bang bang bang—!”