Gary found himself intrigued as he gazed at the three small Growlithe, each eagerly vying for his attention.
"Are all Growlithe this enthusiastic?" Gary asked, observing their excitement.
"Yes," Colby responded with a nod. "Growlithe raised in the police force aspire to join the police dog team. They see being selected by a trainer as a badge of honor."
Gary understood the reason for their eagerness—they were raised to be dependable and loyal, embodying the ideals of a police dog. With that in mind, he made his decision swiftly.
"I'll choose this one," Gary said, pointing to the Growlithe with elite potential.
"Woof woof!" The chosen Growlithe barked excitedly, its tail wagging furiously. It seemed eager to leap over the fence to reach its new trainer.
Colby noticed Gary's choice and raised an eyebrow. As someone who had cared for the Growlithe litter, he knew the potential of each pup well. Gary had made the best choice among the three, showcasing his keen understanding of Pokémon.
"This is Growlithe's Poké Ball," Colby said, handing it over. "Take good care of him."
Gary accepted the Poké Ball with a smile. "Growlithe, I look forward to our journey together."
With Growlithe now part of his team, Gary felt another step closer to achieving his ultimate goal. However, his thoughts also wandered to his next objectives. There were only a few Pokémon left to complete his ideal team, but obtaining them wouldn't be simple.
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Growlithe's Data:
Pokémon: Growlithe
Type: Fire
Level: 5
Potential: Elite
Ability: Intimidate (Lowers the opponent's Attack upon entry into battle.)
Moves: Leer, Ember
Intimacy: 126/255
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After leaving the police station, Gary reviewed Growlithe's stats. While the pup's skillset was modest, its potential promised a bright future.
"It's too early to evolve you now," Gary murmured, looking at Growlithe's Poké Ball. "We'll focus on training and nurturing your skills first."
That afternoon, Gary explored Route 25 near Cerulean City. He was also scouting for a high-potential Pidgey, another important addition to his team. However, hours passed with no success.
"Not a single Pidgey with gym-level potential..." Gary sighed, feeling a pang of frustration. He had expected to encounter one of his signature Pokémon, but the wild Pidgey seemed unremarkable.
He considered his options. "I might have to buy one."
In the Pokémon world, purchasing Pokémon was an accepted practice as long as the Pokémon in question weren't rare or banned from trade. Vermilion City, with its weekly auctions, seemed like a promising destination. Ships from other regions often docked there, bringing exotic Pokémon to the market.
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Back in Cerulean City, Gary decided to focus on training. He released his Pokémon, including his newest member, Growlithe. While his older Pokémon practiced battle strategies, Growlithe engaged in basic exercises, such as fetching a frisbee. Despite being young, Growlithe's innate physical prowess was evident.
After an hour of vigorous play, Gary smiled. "You've got a lot of potential, Growlithe. Keep it up, and you'll become one of the strongest on my team."
Later, Gary treated his Pokémon to a special dinner at the best Pokémon restaurant in Cerulean City. The establishment offered custom feeds tailored to each Pokémon's type and dietary needs.
Golbat, in particular, required special attention. As a blood-feeding Pokémon, Golbat thrived on a specific diet that wasn't readily available in standard stores. The restaurant allowed trainers to craft their own energy cubes, using custom ingredients. For Golbat, Gary replaced water with a small amount of blood in the energy cube recipe. The result was a batch of crimson cubes that Golbat eagerly devoured.
"Glad you like it," Gary said with satisfaction. With these, Golbat's nutritional needs would be met without hassle during their travels.
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Preparing for the Cerulean Gym
That evening, Gary planned his strategy for challenging the Cerulean Gym. Despite its reputation as one of the weakest gyms in Kanto, he couldn't underestimate the home-field advantage provided by its aquatic battlefield. Water-type Pokémon thrived in such an environment, and land-based Pokémon would struggle to maneuver on the limited floating platforms.
Gary decided to rely on Butterfree and Exeggutor for the battle. Both had an advantage against Water-types, though Exeggutor's effectiveness might be hindered by the battlefield setup. He instructed them to rest well for the night to ensure they were in peak condition for the challenge.
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Looking Ahead
With Growlithe now on his team and plans to expand further in Vermilion City, Gary felt his journey gaining momentum. His goal of building the ultimate team seemed within reach, though challenges undoubtedly lay ahead. For now, he focused on one step at a time, confident that his decisions would lead to success.
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