Sevii Islands form a cluster of landmasses situated to the south of Kanto region.
They also constitute one of the Kanto Elite Four locations and serve as the hometown of the Ice Type Elite, Lorelei.
Found within the Icefall Cave on Floe Island, a Lapras can be heard calling out with a resounding voice.
A cascade of icy blue beams radiate horizontally along the roaring waterfall, transforming the cascades into solid ice!
"Ka-cha ——"
A sizable icicle crashes down with a resounding clang, and the frozen waterfall resumes its flow, creating a chilling chorus of echoed voices.
Lorelei, a slim and tall red-haired woman, steps elegantly in high heels. Her legs are encased in warm black silk stockings, and she sports a black skirt of modest length. A pair of flat glasses perches on the bridge of her nose.
With her firm demeanor, she pats Lapras affectionately, who returns the gesture by rubbing its head against the woman's white cheeks.
Inside the dim cave, a faint glint of Ice Beam sparkles, causing the woman's communicator to light up.
"This is Lorelei."
The communicator broadcasts the cheerful voice of a girl, "Sister Lorelei! You need to check out the video I just reposted on Youtube!"
"It's Misty."
Lorelei crosses her arms, holding her mobile phone in one hand as she smiles, "Is it another drama you've been following lately?"
"No, it's an instructional video about Perish Song tactics!"
Lorelei pauses for a moment, her curiosity piqued, "Perish Song tactics?"
"I was skeptical too; I thought it was just another gimmick, but it turns out to be quite effective!"
Lorelei offers a faint smile, "Is there really valuable content in there? I don't dare to use that tactic in the Master group right now."
"They're using Gengar as the core instead of Lapras!"
Lorelei raises an eyebrow in surprise.
Gengar's Perish Song tactics?
Can Gengar, with its fragile physique, truly withstand the moment when the opponent loses its will to fight?
Intrigued, Lorelei recalls Lapras to its Poké Ball and heads back to her dwelling on Floe Island, also known as the "Fourth Island."
Inside Lorelei's room, the decor surprisingly carries a girlish touch.
Pink wallpaper covers the walls, plush carpets are adorned with dolls and pillows, and a poster of a movie celebrity hangs on the wall.
Despite the outwardly icy appearance, girls of Lorelei and Misty's age share common interests. They both enjoy reading girl manga and idol dramas.
Turning on her computer, Lorelei clicks on the link that Misty had sent.
"Teacher Luke's Battle Instructions 05: Perish Song Squad."
"A Trainer from the Orient Region?" Lorelei's eyebrows furrow in surprise.
From what Lorelei knows, the Orient Region doesn't seem to be known for trainers who specialize in Perish Song tactics.
Even the Ghost Type Gym Leader in the Orient's Luxurian City excels in Destiny Bond tactics.
However, as Lorelei watches the battle unfold between the two Pokémon, her attention is immediately captured.
Gengar versus Garchomp is a common matchup in the Master group.
The commands from both sides are incredibly sophisticated, a hallmark of the Master Group's style.
Lorelei even spots a very familiar silhouette commanding that Garchomp.
Lorelei's pupils contract slightly, "Cynthia?"
The more Lorelei observes, the stronger her hunch becomes.
Lorelei has crossed paths with Cynthia multiple times during Master group matches.
Lorelei was greatly impressed by the Champion, both in terms of his commanding style and his gameplay approach.
It was a stark contrast to the fierce and intense demeanor often seen in battles with female trainers.
This unique combination of strategy and gameplay, marked by swift and precise actions, was something Lorelei had mostly associated with Cynthia's Garchomp.
However, what truly astonished Lorelei came next.
As she watched the video, it became evident that Gengar was skillfully controlling the rhythm of the battle against Garchomp.
Lorelei found herself unable to look away, her eyes fixed on the Trainer from the Orient Region.
Who exactly are you, capable of holding your own against Cynthia herself?
After a moment of fascination, Lorelei supported her chin on her hand, her eyes reflecting a burning intensity as she mused, "Is that so..."
The first round utilized the Perish Song tactic at the cost of offensive moves, compelling the opponent to launch a fierce assault.
The technique, utilizing Protect as a support, may seem convoluted, but even the slightest mistake in the opponent's command can result in Perish Song playing a pivotal role.
This implies that the key to victory lies not solely on the battlefield, but off it as well.
Had the opponent not been Champion Cynthia, their mental state would likely have faltered, leading to command errors.
A faint smile crept across Lorelei's lips, "What an intriguing Trainer."
Although Cynthia didn't make any missteps, the limitations of the game mechanics hindered her from showcasing her true strength.
In the video, Cynthia attempted to recall Garchomp, only to be Locked On by Gengar's Mean Look, effectively ending the "Stepping on the Shadow Perish Song" tactic.
Despite the lack of an actual demonstration, Lorelei felt a sense of disappointment.
However, this battle still offered valuable insights.
"It can be used effectively in actual battles, but the conditions are quite stringent."
Stretching her arms, Lorelei leaned back lazily at her computer desk, murmuring to herself.
"I guess this is a routine developed by someone with too much free time on their hands."
"Oh, and... this tactic is absolutely sneaky!"
The video garnered high praise on Youtube, yet many people remained unable to replicate this tactic due to the limitations of their Pokémon.
As a result, they had to consult other Ghost Type experts for advice.
Curious, Lorelei browsed through the comments section, liking the video and finding it both informative and intriguing.
"Teacher Luke has already shared three tactical tutorials!"
"Why are they all about games? When will Teacher Luke take the field?"
"Real battles may involve privacy concerns for the trainers, which is why some tactics can't be showcased."
"@Morty, please provide a detailed explanation!"
Morty, the Ghost Type Gym Leader of Ecruteak City in Johto Region, was also a staunch supporter of Perish Song tactics.
Though Lorelei had met him before, Perish Song tactics weren't her specialty.
Her pride lay in her mastery of the ultimate Ice Type field.
[Morty: These tutorials are of exceptional quality. To ensure better understanding, the game's footage is supplemented with insightful commentary.
I've optimized this tactic. The pairing of "Gengar + Gothitelle" is viable for doubles. Those interested can witness this tactic in action at this year's Attribute Expert Cup.]
"People playing Ghost Type tactics so slyly!"
"Are Ghost Type trainers really so devious?"
"Seriously, Teacher Luke, you aren't a Grass Type expert or a Poison Type specialist? Why the shift to Ghost Type now?!"
"Complete Attribute mastery?! Grandmaster level!"
Amused by the comments, Lorelei chuckled to herself. The emergence of "Teacher Luke" piqued her curiosity.
Though suspicions lingered, the fact that this Trainer managed to hold his own against Cynthia surpassed her expectations.
With a sense of intrigue, Lorelei clicked on Teacher Luke's profile, which offered information on joining fan groups from various regions.
Without hesitation, Lorelei confidently joined the chat group, causing the conversations to abruptly fade away.
"A duplicate account?"
"No one can believe an Elite Four member is a fan of Teacher Luke, right?"
"Kanto's Ice Type Elite? It's too unbelievable!"
With a blank expression, Lorelei gazed at her screen.
Any questions?
[Admin "The Fighter" invites you to join the "Master Trainer chat group"]
[Agree and decline]
"Red?" Lorelei smiled.
"The excitement always revolves around him!"
[You have a new message]
[User "Ice Type Elite Lorelei" has joined the chat group!]