On Wednesday, October 9th.
"Teacher Luke's Battle Guide 10: Tailwind Squad" firmly secured the top position in the gaming category shortly after being uploaded. It not only earned a spot in the "Must-See of the Week" list but also surpassed the viewership of the latest "Professor Oak's Backyard" episode, amassing over 300,000 views in just three days.
Turning to the Tailwind Squad itself, the strategy was hailed for its simplicity, user-friendliness, and received unanimous acclaim.
"Even my grandma could become a Pokémon Master with the Tailwind Squad!"
"I've finally mastered it. Tears of joy."
"Playing recklessly is now a thing of the past!"
The video content of this episode also sparked fervent discussions among viewers. As one of the "Eight Masters," Raihan was practically dominated by Teacher Luke from start to finish. This incredible predictive ability left viewers in awe.
"Why did Raihan switch to Flying Type after previously using Ground Type?"
"Is it all about type advantages?"
Once again, Teacher Luke's comprehensive understanding of tactics showcased his incredible expertise in the field.
"Except for his "black" face, he's an absolute pro."
"That's why us amateurs admire him. As a seasoned Trainer, I bow down to his skill."
With the release of the Tailwind Squad video, numerous renowned Trainers also shared it. Prominent figures like Flying Type Gym Leader Skyla, Johto's Gym Leader Falkner, and Dragon Master Lance reposted it, further solidifying Teacher Luke's professional recognition.
Adhering to his obsessive-compulsive habits, Luke clicked on the backend of his platform. His account was on the cusp of reaching 4 million followers, and this achievement was attained in only six months of operation.
Across other platforms like YouTube and Nexus, Teacher Luke was hailed as a top-notch content creator. However, the surge in popularity had not translated into financial gain, leaving Luke somewhat bewildered.
"Never mind," Luke mused, stroking his chin. "The creditors can wait; I'll take my time…"
In the afternoon, Gengar headed out to buy groceries while Squirtle focused on lifting dumbbells. Luke lounged on the sofa, gently running his fingers through the soft, white hair of Sylveon while playing with the pink bow perched on her ear.
The combing was gentle and effortless, and Sylveon stared up at Luke with her blue eyes, cheeks puffed, and remained silent.
Unlike cats, Sylveon didn't shed hair, and a periodic combing served as both a massage and a bonding experience.
Perhaps too comfortable, as Luke continued combing, Sylveon's eyes slowly drooped, and she let out an adorable yawn. She then stretched out on Luke's lap, half-closed her eyes, and emitted a soft, contented sigh.
A loving smile graced Luke's face as he embraced the serene moment. However, the bliss was short-lived. He suddenly realized his legs were becoming numb due to Sylveon's weight. Despite the discomfort, Luke didn't want to disturb the slumbering Pokémon.
Luke shifted his focus to his phone's chat group to divert his attention.
Teacher Luke: [Picture]
The picture featured Sylveon napping, softly snoring and even displaying an amusingly exaggerated sleeping face.
Old Aunt Lorelei's heart melted: "Oh!! So adorable!!"
Gold: "I've always felt that Aunt Lorelei's comments are a bit risky..."
Silver: "...true."
Their astute and diplomatic friend, Red, noticed the conversation's direction. With good intentions, he promptly muted both Gold and Silver.
[Group members 'Gold' and 'Silver' have been temporarily muted by 'Red' for 2 hours]
It's not that I want to mute you... it's just that I'm worried Aunt Lorelei might cast a spell, turning you into Mr. Rime!
Red, with an innocent thought, suddenly froze. After some contemplation, he made an interesting offer: "Maybe you should come to Mt. Silver for some personal growth..."
Red grinned, embracing the idea of nurturing his companions, despite the potentially hazardous notion.
Teacher Luke observed this exchange with a peculiar expression.
"Do you two really want some peace and quiet, or is this true love?!" Gold's cheeky comment altered the tone of the conversation.
Wattson, the seasoned Pokémon Trainer, responded with a voice message, evoking hearty laughter from his end.
"Hahaha! Rookie, who ventured from Pallet Town, scored a perfect zero today! Hahaha!"
Yellow from Viridian Forest: [Dumbfounded]
Erika: "Are you... seriously okay?"
A quizzical expression played on Luke's lips. Could someone genuinely be ecstatic about receiving a perfect zero score?
Wattson, are you from the cheeriest family on Earth?
Wait...
A Rookie from Pallet Town?
Luke paused for a moment and noticed Blue's message:
"Oh, did you encounter Ash?"
"Yes, he's right next to me!"
Wattson sent a picture, featuring Ash with Taillow and Pikachu in the frame, and Wattson with his arm around Ash's shoulder.
Astonishingly, it was Ash!
Luke's eyes widened as he gazed at the young boy with an innocent grin on his face. He couldn't have been more than 13 years old. Indeed, he left home at the age of 10, so the Mega Time Freeze character had officially entered the world of Trainers as a Rookie.
Green inquired with curiosity: "@Blue, did you commission Teacher Luke before just for Ash?"
Blue affirmed: "Given his IQ, he struggles with complex tactics. Tailwind suits him perfectly."
Luke was taken aback. Blue had commissioned him to create new tactics for Ash?
By that definition, wasn't Luke Ash's tactical mentor?
"I guess I've gained a new title," Luke mused, absentmindedly touching his chin. "These weird titles just keep piling up..."
While Luke was intrigued about Wattson's mention of Ash's zero score, he decided not to delve further into it, especially considering Wattson's reputation.
As he contemplated signing off, Blue added, "@Teacher Luke, I've prepared a thank-you gift that might assist Gengar."
A change came over Luke's face. He had offered his assistance with tactics, but now Blue seemed to have designs on his wallet.
...
After exiting the Pokémon game's realm, Wattson rubbed his chin and remarked, "I wonder when the next game from Little Luke will be released. You'll need to find a sponsor to act as a plug-in..."
"And speaking of sponsors," Wattson presented Ash with the Dynamo Badge and chuckled heartily, "You had Taillow compete for you, but that kid scared me silly. I didn't expect you to win for real!"
During the Gym battle, Pikachu had been knocked out early, leaving Wattson quite surprised. Moreover, Taillow, against Wattson's Magneton, displayed incredible resilience.
Wattson genuinely admired this young Trainer and his tenacity. "He's got quite the stubborn spirit," Wattson mused.
"Ta-da!" Taillow proudly stood on Ash's shoulder and chirped victoriously.
"This little guy is quite persistent," Ash said, scratching his head shyly but with unwavering determination, "I want to become a Trainer like Teacher Luke and follow in the footsteps of Senior Red, alongside my partner."
The previous day's lesson on Tailwind tactics had left Ash incredibly inspired, and he hadn't slept the entire night. In the day's Gym battle, he had unleashed the spirited Taillow, securing victory and bolstering his confidence.
Indeed, learning from the senior Trainers was the way to go!
"Teacher Luke?"
Wattson, his chin resting on his hand, suddenly shook his phone and inquired, "Did you... also play 'Angry Pidove'?"
"I'm a hardcore player!" Ash exclaimed, his eyes gleaming. "I've even cracked some controllers!"
"Hmph, you don't need any controllers; just play the pirated version!"
"Eh?!"