Three years passed like the wind,
Days lost in the sky, undefined.
Springs bloomed, leaves did fall,
And time took choices, one and all.
In a modest house, you could see a three-year-old child running through the corridors, sometimes jumping, running, or stretching in a playful manner. This was Karl, who, despite being too young for strenuous exercise, disguised light stretching and physical activities as play. Three years had passed since he arrived in this world.
Thank goodness, this new place was technologically advanced enough to have computers. At two years old, Karl had already conducted numerous research projects. The world he found himself in was quite different from the one he knew from Pokémon anime and films. If he had to put it into words, he would say he only knew about 10% of this world based on what he had watched.
Inventions, unknown regions, and even forbidden areas for humans were far beyond his imagination. Here, Pokémon weren't just companions like in the anime; they were central to many aspects of life and livelihood. Many tasks, from basic chores to major constructions, relied on the abilities of Pokémon, as there were limits to what humans could do alone.
Even with this reliance on Pokémon, humanity hadn't stagnated. They evolved together, side by side, creating a society that, in many ways, surpassed Karl's old world. He was impressed with how people worked alongside Pokémon to progress, never becoming complacent. This changed his initial plans slightly.
At first, Karl thought his only mission would be to explore and train his fire-type Pokémon. However, now that he saw how deeply this world depended on Pokémon and how much humanity had advanced, he realized he needed something more. He couldn't rely solely on his Pokémon for every situation. He needed to strengthen himself as well. Even though it was impossible for a human to match a Pokémon's brute strength, learning how to run, defend himself, and protect himself in times of need would already be a significant step.
Karl understood that his journey would be long. Over the past few years, he had devised detailed plans for the future, using the information he had gathered. He remembered every detail from the anime—each battle, each ability. However, over time, he realized that this world had its own rules.
Gym battles weren't as simple as they seemed in the games and anime. They involved not only strength and strategy but also a deep understanding of the bond between trainer and Pokémon. There was an emotional connection between the two, something Karl was beginning to understand better.
He also discovered that the concept of Pokémon evolution, which he thought was automatic, often depended on a series of complicated factors, such as diet, environment, and even the emotional energy the Pokémon received from their trainers. Now, he knew that it wasn't enough just to fight to make his Pokémon evolve. He would need to create a strong, genuine bond to unlock their true potential.
As Karl ran through the house's corridors, his mind raced. What else could he do to become stronger? He already knew that training would be a priority, but he needed to find a way to balance that with his personal growth.
Karl looked at his small hands as they swung while he ran. He was just a child, but his mind was far beyond that. Sometimes, he felt frustrated being trapped in this fragile, limited body. However, he knew that time was on his side. Three years had passed quickly, and he had the feeling that the next few years would bring significant changes.
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System, I want to see my status.
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Name: Karl (Daniel)
Class: Dimensional Hero
Level: 1
Race: Human
Title: Reborn / The Child's Protector
HP: 40/40
MP: 100/100
Strength: 3
Agility: 4
Intelligence: 10
Vitality: 3
Endurance: 4
Luck: 8
Skills:
1. Dimensional Adaptation (Passive):
Allows the user to quickly adjust to the new physical and magical laws of different dimensions.
2. Inspiration Power:
Allows you to inspire and motivate Pokémon and allies around you, increasing their morale and abilities in battle. The effect is activated whenever you wish.
Equipment:
None at the moment
Basic children's clothes (durability: 100/100)
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"That's good enough. A strong, healthy man has his stats at ten. My MP skyrocketed to 100 points—I think it's related to intelligence, but it was strange. It increased month by month until it reached 100. I suspect the system did this to prevent me from being overwhelmed by too much MP. I remember the day it filled up; I felt really nauseous.
Setting that aside, I think it's time to use two more things from the system package. My first Pokémon... I'd already thought about this. There are stories of children who got lost and returned the next day with a Pokémon, even without a Pokéball. These kids stayed with them until they were old enough to start their Pokémon journey.
Karl stepped outside and went to the backyard.
Karl sat in the backyard, looking up at the sky. He was ready for the next step. 'It's time.'
'System, initiate the egg lottery,' he said, his voice calm but full of anticipation.
The air around him seemed to vibrate slightly, and a transparent screen appeared in front of him. A counter started spinning, showing various types of fire Pokémon in rapid succession. Karl watched carefully, feeling the adrenaline rise as the options passed before his eyes.
System: 'Starting lottery... 10%... 50%... 80%... 100%.'
With a faint popping sound, a soft glow began to appear in Karl's hands. When the light disappeared, an egg appeared in his lap, warm to the touch and radiating familiar energy.
'A Fire-type Pokémon egg!' Karl whispered, surprised. He looked at the egg with admiration, already imagining the partner he was about to meet. 'Now, I just have to wait for it to hatch,' he thought with a smile.
When the egg appeared in Karl's lap, he felt a vibrant energy pulse through his hands. The warmth emanating from the egg was comforting, but it also indicated the power forming inside. A soft sound echoed in his mind, and the system revealed more information about what lay within the egg.
System: 'Congratulations, Karl! You received a Charcadet egg.'
Immediately, a screen appeared in front of him with detailed data about his first Pokémon.
Pokémon: Charcadet
Type: Fire
Level: 1
HP: 35/35
Attack: 12
Defense: 9
Speed: 10
Ability: Flash Fire (absorbs fire attacks to strengthen its own fire power)
Moves:
1. Ember
2. Leer
3. Astonish (an unusual move for Charcadet, revealed as part of a system bonus)
Karl stared at the screen in awe. He knew Charcadet from the games and anime, but having the little fire warrior as his partner felt exciting and real now. He could hardly wait to begin his journey with his new companion.
'Charcadet... This is going to be amazing.'**