Master Craftsman of the Pokémon World-Chapter 151

"Ha-ya?"

The Grotle, the Bush Pokémon, had its shell turned yellow and segmented into several parts. Its body beneath the shell was still green, but its lower jaw and feet had also become yellow, giving it a slightly dopey appearance.

Clearly, Grotle hadn't expected to evolve so soon. Meanwhile, a stream of information popped up for Hikaru:

[Grotle has completed a task and gained experience and growth!]

The same message repeated several times—repetition in labor often led to new knowledge.

[Gained Insight: Ecological Nurturing – Grotle can completely absorb various beneficial elements from the soil. With the knowledge of soil chemistry, it can enhance soil fertility and nutrients. Soil fertility +100%.]

[Learned move: Grassy Terrain!]

[Gained Insight: Multiple Sprouts – Because of its pre-evolution's ability to regulate soil and promote plant growth, under the blessing of the Guardian Stone, the vegetation on Grotle's back will continuously mutate, producing rare new plants. Mutation rate of plants +50%.]

[Learned move: Seed Bomb!]

"Congratulations, Grotle, you've obtained new power!" Hikaru stroked Grotle's newly formed shell. Unlike the earthy texture from when it was still a Turtwig, it was now much harder. Hikaru wondered whether he could still "change soil" for Grotle like before.

Since this shell was still formed of soil, did "changing soil" equate to "changing armor"? Perhaps if he used different kinds of soil on various parts of its shell, he could develop an all-terrain planting strategy.

Then there were the red-and-green bushes—plants Hikaru had never seen before. After plucking one of the red leaves, a new entry appeared in his mind.

[Mutated Material: Power Bush Leaf!]

[Description: A plant mutated from Power Herb, retaining the same effect. This bush bears unique fruit that is favored by many Pokémon. Due to the mutation, eating it grants a brief 'power' boost of 10% and helps increase effort values.]

Originally, Grotle would naturally grow special fruits on its back that looked like acorns. While soft and favored by Pokémon, they weren't particularly palatable to humans.

"Ha-ya!" Grotle moved a bit and realized its body had become noticeably heavier. But thanks to its extensive training and many consumed Pokéblocks and elixirs, it had greatly developed its stats, condition, and physical strength. It didn't suffer a loss of confidence like Ash's Grotle did after evolution.

After adjusting to its new body, Grotle began running swiftly. Its heavy steps thudded against the ground as it activated the move "Grassy Terrain!"

It moved faster and faster.

"Ha-ya!"

Feeling pretty good! That's what Grotle meant as the red-and-green shrubs on its back swayed, soaking up sunlight and giving it a massive stamina boost.

"It evolved... but it's different from normal Grotle?"

"Mm. Aside from my personal cultivation, the Guardian Stone's blessing also played a role."

"That mysterious stone again... it's amazing," said Steven, astonished as he looked at the unusually colored Grotle. Just then, both of them watched as Grotle unleashed a special move toward a patch of newly tilled soil!

A radiant green light, sparkling like stardust, gathered around Grotle and suddenly burst outward from its body. The powerful light spread in all directions, green energy rising from the land, blanketing hill after hill!

Soon, almost half the valley was covered in this shimmering green brilliance!

Next, Grotle opened its mouth and began firing seeds into the newly treated soil.

"Is that Grassy Terrain?! That range is huge!" Steven murmured, stunned.

This was the largest Grassy Terrain Steven had ever seen!

Within this field, all grounded Pokémon would continuously restore HP, Grass-type moves would get a power boost, and Ground-based moves like Earthquake, Magnitude, and Stomping Tantrum would have their damage reduced.

"This is completely different from the usual Grassy Terrain. At this scale, it's practically a domain."

Steven hadn't battled Hikaru before, so he wasn't familiar with Turtwig's strength. Though he already knew Hikaru's Pokémon were strong, he hadn't expected this—Turtwig, once the weakest-looking partner, had become a powerhouse after evolving.

"Using Grassy Terrain to restore the land... and firing seeds from Seed Bomb to... plant crops?" Steven looked puzzled.

Who knew Seed Bomb could be used that way?

Many Pokémon could learn Seed Bomb, and often the seeds they fired weren't even physical—they were energy-based projectiles. But the seeds Grotle shot just now seemed like actual, viable plant seeds.

Hikaru walked over and picked one up for a closer look.

[Mutated Material: Mixed Seed!]

[Description: Mixed Seeds are plantable in spring, summer, and autumn. The resulting crops will vary by season and environment.]

Hikaru froze.

These seeds... were familiar!

"Ha-ya," Grotle explained. The seeds were created within its own body, though it wasn't entirely sure what kinds of plants would grow. But it believed they would help restore the valley's ecosystem.

"In that case... come out, Lilligant!"

Hikaru summoned Lilligant. "Use Growth!"

"Doreree♪" Lilligant first noticed the transformed "Turtwig" and curiously circled around Grotle. Once she confirmed it was her old partner, she was amazed and then gracefully approached the new soil, activating Growth!

Vitality surged through the earth, and under the influence of Grassy Terrain, the power of Lilligant's move was further enhanced. Soon, countless sprouts began to grow!

"Gah-chomp!" Bloodmoon Ursaluna was the most excited. It stomped the earth, lowering itself to gently inspect the newborn sprouts, amazed that this once-desolate valley was now filled with life!

"And we're not done yet." Hikaru took out the Earth Plate and the Symbol Plate.

The Earth Plate's usage was simple—just place it on the ground and trigger it with a Ground-type move to activate its power.

As for the Symbol Plate... Hikaru altered the original letters for Calyrex's name. After all, Calyrex's current power was limited, and expecting it to restore a barren valley from afar wasn't realistic. Instead, he chose another Legendary Pokémon tied to the soil—

Landorus—the Abundance Pokémon!

As he completed the spelling of its name, the entire valley's soil seemed to come alive. A latent vitality stirred beneath the earth, and the sky above began to stir with wind.

"After storms and lightning, the land shall flourish—absorbing their energy, the soil grows rich, and abundance follows."

Such was Landorus's power. Now, the shifting skies mirrored that legend!

"Oh? You need storm, wind, and lightning energy? That's no problem."

While Hikaru was still considering bringing back Hisuian Electrode or Regirock—or even asking Giratina for help—Steven smiled and offered to assist with this step himself.

"Come out, Aggron! Skarmory!"

A massive armored beast landed with a roar!

Its entire body was encased in heavy steel armor, its head, neck, and spine covered with silver plating, and three sharp horns sprouted from its head. With piercing blue eyes and reinforced limbs, it had a massive black tail.

Skarmory, in contrast, had silvery armor-plated feathers and red underwings. Though it looked heavy, its armor was surprisingly light, and its feathers made for top-tier metal weapons!

Steven pointed skyward.

"Use Rain Dance! Then... strike the soil with Thunderbolt!"

He then turned to Skarmory.

"Use Hurricane on the land!"

Aggron roared, the weather shifting instantly. Dark clouds gathered, and soon rain poured down!

Then electricity surged from the spikes on Aggron's head and launched skyward. Thunder boomed, and a massive yellow bolt crashed down from the clouds!

The Symbol Plate that bore Landorus's name suddenly lit up!

An immense wave of Ground-type energy swept across the valley, drawing in the wind and lightning energy!

[Interesting... Let me help as well.]

A voice echoed from deep within Hikaru's soul. Giratina had been watching through the mirror, intrigued by the scene, and now volunteered to help. But instead of entering from his realm—

[Raise the mirror.]

Hikaru curiously held the mirror aloft. The surface rippled, and then—

BOOM!

A massive golden lightning bolt burst from the mirror!

Giratina had cast Thunderbolt!

But this wasn't ordinary lightning—it was charged with overwhelming energy. This was the "Thunder of Rage", once used by Giratina during the ancient Hisui era to drive the Hero Pokémon's descendants into a frenzy!

Now, it was being repurposed—to breathe life into the land!

"The mirror... shot out lightning?!"

Steven was stunned.

"That's the power of my friend!" Hikaru quickly explained. "That move came from another world!"

"What tremendous power!" Steven thought to himself. This isn't a move ordinary Pokémon can use.

So... could that "friend" be a Legendary Pokémon?

Hmm, if that were the case—it'd all make sense.

After all, Hikaru is a mysterious craftsman who even forged bonds with the Legendary Titans!

The valley transformed before their eyes. The once barren surface crumbled into dust, replaced by fertile soil from the distance that began to merge and spread. The transformation was so fast—it was practically a miracle!

The scattered seeds germinated rapidly, growing into a variety of plants and crops. Hikaru performed the final step: summoning Doublade and Unown to unleash Secret Power and Hidden Power on the valley's miniature model.

And just like that—this once-dead valley came fully back to life!

Bloodmoon Ursaluna's quest was completed. Hikaru received a precious Guardian Stone. Steven was ready to let Metagross take everyone back...

But Hikaru stopped him—this land had changed.

The leylines here now connected to the Iron Temple!

"Look there! Isn't that the Iron Temple? It's connected now!" Hikaru pointed to the valley entrance. Just beyond, the silhouette of a temple appeared!

A fantastical paradise could now be created—starting right here!

At that moment, a faint golden light shimmered across the Guardian Stone.

Far away at the Iron Temple, Regirock and Registeel were still conversing when the Steel Giant turned and noticed a new valley entrance.

Huh? Was it seeing things?

This place should've been all forest and moss—how did a valley entrance appear?

Haha, must've been chatting too long—it was hallucinating!

In the Distortion World, Giratina was gleeful.

It had done a good deed and was proud. The Thunder of Rage had reappeared after centuries—but this time, to restore nature.

Watching Hikaru's manipulation of the land made Giratina even more amazed.

[Wait... his abilities are starting to resemble Regigigas?]

Linking different lands and even worlds—how impressive for its contract partner!

Only the descendants of the Divine Gate could pull off something like this!

Cheerfully, Giratina flew toward the apple grove. Now that the barren land was revitalized, it planned to replicate the process in the Distortion World.

Just needed the Legendary Titans to dig up the Weather Stones and send Hikaru over a few more times—soon the whole place would be lush and green!

Giratina eyed the apple trees. Thanks to all kinds of buffs, the apple trees had already started bearing fruit—though they still looked a little green. Their speed of growth was odd, but Giratina was excited.

It decided to take a bite. Even if it was sour, that was fine—delicious is delicious.

But just as it was about to bite, the apple fell... and rolled away!

The apple sprouted eyes that blinked at Giratina and let out a weird shriek.

Then... dozens of apples in the trees sprouted similar eyes!

Giratina blinked.

Wait... these apples have pests?!

(End of Chapter)

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