Chapter 187 - 187: Grimer
Suddenly, Cain realized that this method for luring enemies seemed much more efficient. At the very least, after traversing the tunnel, they would probably no longer encounter Zubats and Golbats, or if they did, it would likely be a long distance before seeing them again.
Just as Cain was about to call back Sneasel and the others, a nauseating stench suddenly flooded the tunnel.
It wasn't the smell from the gas that Gastly had previously absorbed, but a distinct odor: as if something was rotting or mold was growing, filling the entire tunnel with its foulness.
The stench slowly spread throughout the tunnel, causing Cain to frown, unable to contain his disgust.
There was no other way; the smell was simply too strong, and in such a confined space, it became even more intense.
Not only did Cain notice it, but Murkrow, Slowpoke, and Sneasel also found the odor unbearable, covering their noses with their hands. Miltank even firmly covered its nose with its front hooves.
Except for Skorupi and Gastly, who seemed immune to the smell, all the other Pokémon were affected to some extent.
Soon, two purple sludge piles came into Cain and the others' view. It was evident that the stench was coming from them, as the closer they got, the stronger the odor became.
"Is it a Grimer?" Cain observed the amorphous sludge piles and remembered the name of a Pokémon.
Who would have thought that in this underground tunnel, he would encounter Grimer?
It's known that Grimers feed on garbage, and most of the time, they're found in large city dumps. While they get their food, they also help humans dispose of waste.