Chapter 92 92: Hardworking Enough, But Not Qualified
If a Pokémon capable of Mega Evolution joined the team in the future, Victini could probably perform an instant recharge of a Mega Bracelet on the spot.
Mm.
And even Infinite Mega Evolution.
One move, and Sora plus every Mega-capable Pokémon on his team could all Mega Evolve simultaneously.
"Alright, continue."
Sora said:
"Start with the simplest application of Steam Eruption."
"So what exactly should I do?"
Volcanion asked.
Sora thought for a moment before replying:
"Suppress the power of Steam Eruption to the absolute minimum."
"Reduce the output, then cast it as many times as possible."
Lower the power.
Increase the number of uses.
Then repeatedly experience and comprehend the changes occurring within the move itself.
"When your energy runs out, go find Vee."
"If your body suffers damage or strain from overusing energy, go find her too."
"The same applies to mental exhaustion."
Victini truly was absurdly versatile.
Whenever anything happened—
just let her pat you once.
Problem solved.
What could Volcanion even say at this point?
It suddenly felt like Victini was the actual trainer, while Sora was merely the strategist behind the scenes.
At the same time, Volcanion finally understood why Sora had confidently promised to make it stronger.
With this kind of training efficiency—under normal circumstances, given Volcanion's energy reserves, even the weakest possible Steam Eruptions would exhaust it after only a dozen or so uses.
Even with abundant nutrition and food, the burden on the body and mental fatigue would still prevent long-duration training.
But now?
Victini alone had increased Volcanion's training efficiency dozens of times over.
It could literally train nonstop from morning until night without pause.
The efficiency was terrifying.
Even more frightening—with every replenishment from Victini, Volcanion realized the attribute energy within its body was continuously being purified.
Without question, this was yet another path toward strength.
And thanks to the repeated cycle of bodily strain and restoration, Volcanion's "container" itself was gradually expanding.
A larger container meant storing more energy.
Which was effectively equivalent to increasing Pokémon level.
Three paths.
Move mastery.
Energy purity.
Pokémon level.
At this moment, Volcanion no longer held even the slightest doubt that Sora truly could make it stronger.
In fact—it felt somewhat grateful.
Fortunately, it had made the correct decision.
"…Thanks."
Volcanion quietly thanked Sora.
Having someone like this as its trainer felt strangely wonderful.
At the very least—it definitely wasn't bad.
"Ursaluna."
Returning from the frozen lake, Sora called over Bloodmoon Ursaluna.
Each newly joined Pokémon had their own training plan.
The remaining issue was how to arrange training for Ursaluna and Aurorus.
Aurorus was still far too weak.
Undeniably the weakest member of the team.
At present, she couldn't even beat Buneary.
For her training, Sora planned to do the same thing he had done for Buneary at first:
restore the foundation damaged by harsh wild living conditions.
Once that was complete, he would begin teaching her new moves and expanding her movepool.
Sylveon was currently undergoing exactly this kind of training.
"Wuuu~~"
Bloodmoon Ursaluna lay sprawled lazily on the ground, completely unaffected by the surrounding commotion.
Its expression looked thoroughly content.
Its level was extremely high.
Already beyond the limits most ordinary Pokémon could ever touch.
From Level 82 to Level 83—it had taken an entire month.
At this rate, Sora was confident he could raise Ursaluna to Level 89 within a year—
the absolute peak of the Level 80 realm.
As for Level 90 and beyond…
If Level 80 represented ordinary Pokémon breaking through their limits and becoming unique special individuals—
then Level 90 represented the birth of divinity within the body.
A mortal Pokémon stepping into the domain of gods.
The ten nobles influenced by Almighty Sinnoh's power in Pokémon Legends: Arceus were all beings who possessed the potential to enter that divine realm.
Oh, to clarify—
they only possessed the potential, not the actual strength.
The Noble Pokémon in Legends: Arceus generally ranged between Levels 70 and 80.
None had truly broken into the Level 90 domain.
Bloodmoon Ursaluna, on the other hand, had already broken through in level first—
but lacked divine blessing, forcing it to stop there.
Meanwhile, the Noble Pokémon theoretically had no Level 90 bottleneck at all.
Unfortunately—
because they had not been properly trained, they never even surpassed Level 80.
Forget Level 90.
Honestly, it was rather awkward.
Those who worked hard lacked qualification.
Those who possessed qualification weren't hardworking enough.
Because of this, Sora genuinely felt it was unfair for Ursaluna.
"Don't worry."
"I'll find an opportunity for you to advance further."
Sora stroked Ursaluna's head.
"For now, stay on the highlands and rest for a while."
"And while you're at it, help me guard this place."
"Don't let wild Pokémon interrupt the construction work."
"Awoo~~"
Ursaluna indicated that this posed no problem.
It had originally been the guardian of the Timeless Woods.
Now it was merely changing territories.
"Good. Then I'm counting on you, Ursaluna."
Sora planned to temporarily leave Ursaluna behind.
First—the construction of the reserve required powerful Pokémon protection to prevent wild Pokémon from causing trouble.
Ursaluna was more than strong enough for that role.
Second—
Volcanion could already replace many of Ursaluna's functions.
And honestly, Ursaluna had worked very hard recently.
Sora wanted it to recuperate peacefully on the Nebel Plateau for a while.
As for becoming stronger—there was no rush to special training until Sora found a method capable of helping Ursaluna break through further.
"Wuuu~~"
Ursaluna nodded and accepted Sora's proposal without objection.
It actually liked the environment of the Nebel Plateau.
This place was far more comfortable than the Timeless Woods.
And during the month spent following Sora, Ursaluna had honestly lived a very pleasant life.
"Oh right."
"If I recruit new companions later, I'll need you to help take care of them too."
Sora intended to continue traveling soon.
The legendary team definitely had to come with him.
After all, he had promised them they would witness a broader world.
Ursaluna was tired of constant travel—
but the other little ones were still excited about adventures.
Additionally—
Lilligant, Sylveon, Buneary, Aurorus, and the Pokémon Egg all needed to stay with him.
Adding it all up:
four legendary Pokémon, five regular team members, for a total of nine Pokémon.
Considering that Lilligant and Buneary were both reliable and helped care for the others—
the number of companions Sora personally needed to manage was effectively still only around six.
(The Egg didn't count yet since it hadn't hatched.)
"Awoo~~"
Ursaluna quite liked this place.
Recently, several fairly strong wild Pokémon had come to challenge it.
The results?
Naturally, every one of them had been completely crushed by Bloodmoon Ursaluna.
Against Pokémon below Level 60—
if they managed to survive even one move without collapsing, Ursaluna would generously praise them:
"I acknowledge your strength!"
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