Pokémon: Chronicles of Freedom-Chapter 536 - 535: The Growth of the Young Ones

Even Larvitar, who was just entering its growth phase, joined the battles.

However, unlike Torchic, who was participating in its first battle, Larvitar displayed a fierce intensity, similar to Aron.

Both were robust Pokémon, with similar combat strategies.

Additionally, Aron and Larvitar had developed a strong friendship, and Larvitar learned a lot from Aron's battle tactics.

Thanks to its mastery over ground and rock-type energy and its impressive egg moves, Larvitar didn't lag behind compared to Pokémon like Mudkip.

The wild Pokémon ranged from levels 10 to 20, which allowed Torchic, Aron, Poliwag, Mudkip, and Larvitar to face them in coordinated efforts.

When Pokémon above level 20 appeared, Weavile, observing from a distance, stepped in to protect them and defeat the opponent.

This process allowed everyone to improve their skills without risk.

Torchic and Mudkip reached level 12, and with just a few more levels, these starter Pokémon would be ready to evolve, expanding their combat strategies.

Poliwag reached level 15. Although it didn't have as many opportunities to shine due to the environment, its progress wasn't as rapid as Torchic's.

Aron reached level 18. After following Cain and recovering from the wounds of past battles, Aron felt its growth was more significant than ever.

Even Larvitar, in its first battle, managed to reach level 10, catching up with Cain's second-string Pokémon.

This was the progress of Cain's second-string team.

Furthermore, after helping to face higher-level Pokémon, Weavile also advanced to the advanced level.

Following in Honchkrow's footsteps, Weavile became Cain's third Pokémon to reach the advanced level.

With the first-string Pokémon starting to reach the advanced level, Cain's overall strength also reached that tier.

The second-string team was also receiving training when time allowed, gradually increasing their levels.

Overall, Cain had entered a period of balanced development.

This situation was ideal.

Cain no longer had to push his Pokémon for survival, which might have drained their potential.

Now, with a steady growth pace, every Pokémon could reach their full potential.

Especially the young ones in the second-string team, who, thanks to the support of Honchkrow and the others, could develop quickly.

It wouldn't be surprising if, by the time the first-string Pokémon reached the elite level, Torchic and the others were already at the quasi-elite level, making for a seamless transition.

Cain was quite satisfied with his Pokémon's progress.

The main purpose of his visit to Mt. Pyre was to evolve Haunter into Gengar. Once achieved, he would have an even greater advantage in terms of power.

Cain also had a Mega Stone, although he wasn't sure which Pokémon it was for. However, Gengar was a Pokémon capable of mega evolving.

If he was lucky, and the Mega Stone turned out to be for Gengar, he would only need to acquire a Key Stone. Along with a good bond with Gengar, mega evolution would be possible.

Cain already had a Soothe Bell, so he wasn't worried about strengthening his bond with Haunter. They had already built a solid connection during their time on the Trial Island.

Additionally, although Mega Stones were hard to find, Key Stones were relatively easier to obtain.

Therefore, evolving Haunter was one of Cain's main priorities.

Mt. Pyre was a place where the remains of many Pokémon were buried, mainly those who had been trainers' companions.

Some had fallen in battle, while others simply reached the end of their life cycle.

Regardless of the cause, in the Hoenn region, trainers brought their Pokémon to Mt. Pyre for burial.

Over time, the place became filled with Pokémon graves, and ghost-type energy began to concentrate in the area, attracting ghost Pokémon.

These ghost Pokémon roamed around the mountain.

If one visited Mt. Pyre at night and encountered ghost Pokémon, there was no need to be afraid. As long as you didn't act recklessly, the ghost Pokémon wouldn't harm you, though they might play a few pranks.

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However, if you acted rashly and angered the ghost Pokémon, the consequences could be severe.

Due to the strong ghost energy presence, trainers specializing in this type frequently visited Mt. Pyre, either to catch ghost Pokémon or to train theirs.

However, most stayed in the outer areas of the mountain, where there weren't significant dangers.

But if one ventured into the interior of Mt. Pyre, they needed to be cautious, as much more aggressive ghost Pokémon resided there.

Standing at the base of Mt. Pyre, Cain looked at the mountain, which was slightly smaller than Mt. Chimney, and lost himself in thought.

Wasn't Phoebe, the future ghost-type Elite Four member of the Hoenn region, said to have come from Mt. Pyre?

(End of Chapter)