"Dear Father, I miss you very much. How have you been?"
"Have you seen the achievements of your handsome son recently? To further develop the gym you entrusted to me, I need your support again."
"It is said that the Alola region has a 'Incineroar.' I am very interested in it. Please ask Professor Kukui if his Incineroar has any offspring, and it would be best if they are twins, and make sure they have the Intimidate ability..."
Dylan's typing speed was very fast, and soon he had edited and sent a long message.
Although the old man was somewhat unreliable, he was still very dependable.
"If there's time, I must visit Galar."
After sending the message, Dylan fell into deep thought.
His poison-type team was basically formed, and it wasn't easy to make further improvements.
It was said that Grandma Agatha's Arbok had a secret technique called 'Death Makeup.' The principle was to enhance Arbok's abilities, such as speed, strength, and defense, by changing the patterns on its chest.
This was equivalent to the 'Critical hit' technique, but 'Death Makeup' was Agatha's unique skill and was controllable, making it a very good ability.
If there's a chance, visiting Grandma Agatha to learn from her would be worthwhile.
Then there's the simplest method, capturing legendary poison-type Pokémon!
"The poison dragon needs careful planning. That's Rose's dream. If he wants to take Eternatus, Rose might have to go all out." Dylan pondered.
Speaking of powerful poison-type Pokémon, one couldn't avoid Eternatus from the Galar region, known as the 'Calamity from the Sky.'
It was the source of Dynamax and was seen by Galar League Chairman Rose as Galar's future.
Eternatus was undoubtedly very powerful, especially in its Eternamax form. In the game, its Eternamax form had a base stat total exceeding 1,000! Absolutely absurd.
In reality, stats weren't everything, but as a reference, Eternatus was still a terrifying legendary Pokémon.
Currently, Eternatus should be kept in an underground energy plant in Hammerlocke City by Rose after being discovered.
Without sufficient strength, it's best not to think about Eternatus. Capturing it means facing Rose, the Galar League Chairman, which is no joke.
Other poison-type legendaries include Nihilego, which only exists in Ultra Deep Sea, a dangerous place due to the presence of many Ultra Beasts.
That leaves the few in Paldea.
The mythical Pokémon Pecharunt and its three followers!
"When there's a chance, I must visit Paldea." Dylan's eyes sparkled. After improving his strength a bit more, he planned to take a leave from the league to visit Paldea.
...
Time quickly passed, and it was the next day at Rota, Rota Gym.
"Hmm~ I should be able to challenge the Indigo Elite Four in a few days."
Dylan woke up from his 'dream,' rubbing his head.
In the simulated world, he had defeated Blaine of Cinnabar Island and captured the in-game Zapdos and Articuno, leaving only Moltres on Victory Road.
Once he defeats Giovanni at Viridian Gym tomorrow night, he can challenge the Indigo Elite Four.
"Wait, does this mean I can only bring one of the legendary birds?"
Dylan, about to get up and wash, suddenly realized.
The first round of the Indigo Elite Four wasn't that hard. After clearing Viridian Gym and Victory Road, defeating the Elite Four should be no problem.
Even if he couldn't level grind, he had potions!
But the problem was, Mewtwo could only be captured in the second round because Cerulean Cave was only accessible to Kanto champions.
The system mentioned that after defeating the Elite Four and entering the Hall of Fame, he could choose one Pokémon from his recorded champion team to bring out of the simulated world.
So, he couldn't bring out Mewtwo?
"Host can save the Kanto record and bring the captured Pokémon to the next region."
Dylan asked the system, and it clarified that this function was only available during the first challenge of the Elite Four and champion in each region.
"..."
So, it had to be the next region?
Dylan felt a bit regretful, thinking he could soon have a Mewtwo. But it was just a small regret.
After all, this system was extremely powerful and free. One must learn to be content.
"Which of the legendary birds should I choose?"
Dylan got up and went to the bathroom, thinking about which bird to choose.
Moltres was four times weak to rock, so he immediately dismissed it.
Articuno was also four times weak to rock, but it was ice-type...
Zapdos seemed pretty good. He'd decide later.
After washing up, Dylan went to the backyard to feed his Pokémon breakfast. A good meal led to a healthy body, and a healthy body meant strength!
No issues there.
"Meow~"
A deep, magnetic voice suddenly came from beside Dylan, and a black-green charming figure appeared next to him.
Its humanoid body was mostly covered in light green fur, with dark green legs. Its face seemed to wear a dark green mask, and its pink gemstone-like eyes were sly and alluring.
It had a pink, petal-like collar connected to a cloak with black fur on the outside and green on the inside. It also had a fluffy short tail.
Exuding coldness and charm, this was the Meowscarada evolved from Floragato!
'Beep~ Meowscarada, Grass/Dark type, Magician Pokémon
Ability: Overgrow
Moves: Flower Trick, Play Rough, Energy Ball, Night Slash, Slash, Feint Attack, Seed Bomb, Frenzy Plant...
Description: The flowers seem to float in the air, but they are hidden by the reflective fur inside the cloak.'
"I didn't forget about you. What were you doing just now?"
Dylan handed the prepared food to Meowscarada.
"Meow~"
"Bullying Slowpoke again? It's already slow, and you still mess with it. Didn't I just tell you last night?"
Dylan twitched his mouth. Floragato was lively and active, but after evolving into Meowscarada, it became a bit more mischievous.
"Meow~"
Meowscarada slightly raised its chin, indicating it didn't do such a thing.
"Then why was Slowpoke in a tree instead of by the water? And why was Beedrill's nest nearby?"
Dylan chuckled.
Recently, he relocated some wild Pokémon to the manor, including Beedrill.
Usually, Beedrill lived in the nearby woods, while Slowpoke spent its days with its tail in the pond, sitting motionless.
But last night, Dylan found Slowpoke missing. It couldn't have caught a Shellder with its tail; there were no Shellder in the pond.
After searching, Dylan found Slowpoke in a tree... with some stings from curious Beedrill, whose nest was nearby.
Could Slowpoke climb trees? Well, as a psychic-type, it might use its powers to float up.
But Dylan was sure this particularly slow Slowpoke couldn't do that!
Besides Meowscarada, Dylan couldn't think of anyone else who would move Slowpoke's 'home.'
Not that the pond was necessarily Slowpoke's home.
"Meow..."
Meowscarada's gem-like eyes narrowed, and it whistled, walking away nonchalantly.
According to its experience, Dylan would continue to nag.
"No more pranks, got it?"
"Meow~"
Meowscarada's eyes curved into crescents, and it quickly ran back to Dylan, affectionately rubbing its head against his chest, looking very cute.
Dylan, not knowing whether to laugh or cry, rubbed Meowscarada's ears.
"Gym leader!"
A crisp voice called from behind.
Dylan turned to see the receptionist and Selene.
"Gym leader!"
Selene bowed solemnly.
"I've told you not to be so formal." Dylan motioned them over.
"Have you had breakfast?"
"Yes, we did."
The receptionist smiled energetically, while Selene seemed a bit nervous. After all, it was her first day as a formal trainee at Rota Gym.
But Selene couldn't help but glance around, feeling the courtyard was too big.
And there were so many Pokémon!
Selene was amazed. It was breakfast time, and many Pokémon were gathered together.
"Alright, you two are still growing, so eat more." Dylan nodded.
"Now, to business. Selene, although you're not yet an adult, as a gym trainee, you should have your own Pokémon."
Dylan spoke to Selene. Most people wait until adulthood to receive their starter Pokémon and begin their journey.
But many receive Pokémon before adulthood, either gifted by family or encountered in the wild.
Since Selene was a Rota Gym trainee, though not old enough for a starter, Dylan could still give her a Pokémon partner as her teacher.
Selene's clear eyes lit up. Could it be?!!
"Little one, come here."
Dylan called to one of the two black and red kittens nearby.
The kitten tilted its head but obediently walked over, and the other followed.
"These are Litten from Alola. This one is the elder sister, which I plan to raise."
Dylan bent down to scratch the second Litten's chin, and it squinted comfortably.
Seeing this, Meowscarada found its food less appealing.
"This little one is the younger sister. Very cute, right? It's more docile and perfect as your first Pokémon."
Dylan picked up the younger Litten, and it snuggled in his arms.
Selene watched, eyes shining with joy and excitement.
"Gym leader... Pokémon..."
Selene hesitated, looking at Litten's pure eyes, overwhelmed with joy.
It had always been her dream to become a Pokémon trainer.
"Will you cherish and love it?"
"Of course!"