"A Pokémon with the rank of Champion is willing to come with you, but you don't want it?"
After a moment of silence, Raiden Ei couldn't help but be curious. Although Queen Deer is not as strong as Ursaluna, she is at the Champion level and has been nurtured by a magical stone slab, so her combat power is definitely not bad.
Having said that, since five hundred years ago, the first-generation leadership team of Inazuma, headed by Raiden Shogun and the Kitsune Saiguu, perished one after another. If the second-generation leadership team of Inazuma today encountered a disaster like the one five hundred years ago, only she and Yae Miko could resist it.
If such a Champion-level Pokémon obeyed the shogunate...
Raiden Ei couldn't help but feel tempted. Takumi raised the corner of his mouth and met Raiden Ei's slightly sparkling eyes.
Raiden Ei was slightly flustered, as if all her inner thoughts had been seen through.
"No, I don't want it."
"But if it were you, you would definitely take it, right? After all, it is a Champion-level Pokémon."
Raiden Ei's fist clenched again.
Takumi noticed the hint of anger, coughed, and said with a serious expression:
"To be honest, there are already two female heavyweights in my research institute."
"A Lurantis and a Goodra."
"If I take another one back, you know, there may be a scene of a Pokémon battle royale!"
"Furthermore..."
"This herd of Sawsbuck is very large. If their queen leaves, did you see those submissive bucks just now? It will definitely cause division within the herd and lead to fierce fighting."
"After the Liyue Trainer Competition, it's time to explore the Hisui region."
"I don't want any trouble in the Hisui region at this time, not at all..."
Takumi didn't mention the real reason.
Honestly, the Sawsbuck was still unattractive, and its appearance wasn't good enough.
Besides, it wasn't a legendary Pokémon. It was neither cute nor a Fairy-type Pokémon.
If it were one of these, Takumi might have taken it without hesitation.
"Magical slate."
At first glance, the data description looked no different from the last Flame Plate.
+20% power for Psychic-type moves.
But Takumi knew very well that in the original Pokémon games, the legendary Plates were all incredible items.
It is said that the deepest secret of the Plates is the original power of Arceus.
That's direct evidence.
In the original story of "The Legend of Arceus," which focuses on the Hisui region...
The clone of Arceus could develop countless attributes through these Plates.
"Hey, Arceus' clone, do you want to raise one?"
Putting aside this dangerous thought for now...
Takumi called Cresselia.
He handed over the magical slate that the Queen of the Deer had given him.
He turned around and tossed it to the God of Dreams without any attachment.
"Take it and study it."
The way he presented the gift so calmly made Raiden Ei, who was beside him, think he looked like a scoundrel.
The Dream God appeared and happily accepted the magical slate:
"Thank you, Takumi~"
Its voice was full of lightness and joy.
"I did notice deep energy within the stone slab."
"This is at least something only legendary Pokémon can sense!"
After that, Cresselia swung her body, her swan-like elegant form disappearing instantly as she entered a Master Ball in Takumi's pocket.
The Dream God, who was already a legendary Pokémon, seemed so eager. It appeared that the magical slate would help her greatly.
"Indeed..."
"The Queen of the Sawsbuck clearly didn't discover the true secret of the legendary Plate."
"This is a mythical resource directly derived from Arceus, and each one is unique! Non-renewable!"
Takumi was increasingly impressed by the Queen of the Deer.
Well, when he returned to the Hisui region in the future, he should visit her often. Give her a few more massages, treating it as Technician No. 1's exclusive service.
Then—
Takumi threw the Poké Ball that had tamed the Shiny Deerling to the confused Raiden Ei.
"It's rare for you to come all the way from Inazuma."
"This is a gift from the founder of my era."
Raiden Ei caught the heavy Poké Ball.
She tilted her head: "Huh?"
"A meeting gift?"
A gift...
This kind of thing, or rather, the word itself, was very unfamiliar to Raiden Ei.
Whether it was when her sister was still alive and she stood in her sister's shadow as her Kagemusha, secretly drawing her sword to protect Inazuma...
Or five hundred years ago, when her sister suddenly vanished, and she ascended to the throne in a daze. After that, she spent many years isolated in the Plane of Euthymia. A gift like this...
"A Shiny Deerling."
Suddenly, Raiden Ei thought of something and glanced at Takumi's calm profile as they continued their journey. She took out the Pokédex that came with the Pokémon Egg she had just bought from Yoimiya. Following Yoimiya's earlier instructions, she clicked on the scan icon in the notification bar.
"Beep!"
"Shiny Deerling, Normal-type, Fawn Pokémon.
Level: Lv.9.
Ability: Intimidate.
Hidden Ability: Sap Sipper.
Moves: Tackle, Confusion, Hypnosis...
Sawsbuck, Fawn Pokémon. The curved horns on its head bring a magical presence to its surroundings and create incredible spaces."
Of course, it made sense why Takumi, on their journey, changed direction to acquire the Shiny fawn from the Champion of the herd.
It wasn't just any Shiny baby with a special color!
Its potential was also incredible, and it could directly reach Champion level. Before level 79, its progression wouldn't be restricted by qualifications.
"You can post it in the group chat."
Takumi showed a mischievous smile: "Let everyone comment on the Shiny Deerling with stunning antlers."
Raiden Ei: "So, can I say it's a gift from you?"
Takumi's smile faded, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead:
"Of course not!"
"You must understand—even Rex Lapis and that drunkard Venti..."
"Those two Archons had to pay Mora to take a Pokémon from me."
Raiden Ei's lips curled into a faint smile.
It seemed she had said that on purpose, trying to regain her position after being teased by Takumi multiple times.
However, Raiden Ei was very satisfied with Takumi's answer.
Exclusive gift~
Raiden Ei followed Takumi, who was rushing along with his psychic power, her secret escape method keeping pace.
Clicking on the group chat interface of the Pokédex, she posted information about the Shiny Deerling:
Raiden Ei: (Shiny Deerling.jpg).
Yae Miko: ???
Naganohara Yoimiya: Ogosho-sama, you've just arrived in Liyue, right?
Kamisato Ayaka: Ogosho-sama, the Shiny one...
Kurumi: Holy crap, I'm so jealous!
Yoimiya: Kamisato Ayaka, Miss Ayaka, "Shiny" means one in a million, possessing extraordinary qualities and talents, and different colors! It's a symbol of nobility!
Ningguang: At this moment, an iron Beldum—no, a shiny Metagross—gracefully floats by (Shiny Metagross.jpg)...
Yelan: My fists are clenched!
Eula: Right now, a golden Charmeleon appears with an imposing presence (Shiny Charmeleon.jpg)...
Jean: (facepalm), why did it suddenly become a Shiny showcase?
Klee: (crying) Klee wants a Shiny Pokémon too. I'm going to the Mondstadt branch right now. Sister Mona, don't close the door~
Albedo: Klee, I believe in you. Try a few more times, and the bill will be sent to my office.
Raiden Ei only posted a Pokédex entry, but unexpectedly, the group chat became lively like never before.
Through this, she also obtained entries from Ningguang and Eula.
A Shiny Metagross, whose purchase price was one billion Mora!
A Shiny Charmander that evolved into Charmeleon, the purchase price was 100 million Mora!
And the third Shiny baby, the famous one in the entire group chat...
"So, my Shiny Deerling is worth at least 100 million?"
Even without fully grasping the value of Mora, her heartbeat inevitably quickened.
If Teyvat were like a GalGame, Takumi would have received system information by now that Raiden Ei's favorability had increased significantly.
The progress of his charm had increased...
However...
Takumi had no time to watch the lively discussions in the group chat.
He had already led the group to the northern foothills of Mt. Coronet.
A place known as the pure white frozen soil.
"Huh."
Raiden Ei looked around:
"I saw a demonstration of this area in the virtual Super League battle map options."
The reality, of course, was far grander than the captured scenes.
When they found Lake Acuity...
Raiden Ei stopped by the lakeside and looked around.
In the lake, there was a Psyduck tilting its head to observe the two uninvited guests.
In the woods on the shore, there were Croagunk, Glameow, and Chingling...
This area was also rich in species.
After searching for a while, Takumi's expression turned serious.
In a corner of Lake Acuity, he found a chaotic battlefield.
The Z-Move used by Tapu Koko had scorched the frozen soil in this area.
Fortunately, the electric serpent wandering around the lake had been dealt with by Uxie.
"So it's true? They are connected!"
Takumi murmured.
Suddenly, there was a strong fluctuation—a battle aura.
It came from beneath the lake.
Takumi and Raiden Ei exchanged glances.
"Let's go down and take a look!" Takumi used teleportation to reach the center of the lake.
The cave beneath Lake Acuity was very secretive, but due to the previous battle, the entrance had almost become tangible.
Whoosh!
Takumi dove in headfirst. Raiden Ei followed.
...
The deepest part of the cave was where Uxie, the lake guardian, and the deity of knowledge and wisdom, resided.
A powerful spirit had turned into a shadow and seemed to blend entirely with the darkness.
Amazingly, it was unilaterally beating Uxie, the legendary Pokémon.
"Mystical Power!"
"Swift!"
"Extrasensory!"
Uxie was clearly fighting for its life.
An incredible mystical power enveloped its body. This was an exclusive move of the lake guardians, greatly enhancing its strength. The dazzling starlight almost filled the entire mysterious cave.
Extrasensory's mysterious fluctuations spread to every tiny corner of the cave.
However, the Pokémon hiding in the shadows calmly avoided the attacks and still had ample room to maneuver. The shadow quietly sneaked behind the enraged Uxie, and its enormous shadow claw, imbued with Ghost-type energy, struck Uxie hard.
Boom!!
Uxie was sent flying, instantly seriously injured.
Takumi arrived just in time to witness this scene.
His brow furrowed:
"Is that Shadow Force?"
That skill allowed Takumi to instantly identify the Pokémon hiding in the shadowy mist.
Wasn't that Giratina's exclusive move?
A Ghost- and Dragon-type legendary Pokémon!
The counterpart of the twin deities of time and space, Dialga and Palkia!
"Why is Giratina here?"
"And attacking Uxie?"
Your gift is the motivation for my creation. Give me more motivation!