LRAB Chapter 283 The Majestic Arcanine! A Rock Slug with a Body Made of Hard Stone! Professional Battles
Chapter 283 The Majestic Arcanine! A Rock Slug with a Body Made of Hard Stone! Professional Battles
Chapter 283 The imposing Arcanine! A Rock Slug covered in hard rock! Professional battles never discriminate based on the terrain!
Wait a minute? It requires a team of three or more, so what are you doing going solo?
[Questioning the streamer's skill? Every single one of the streamer's Pokémon is comparable to someone else's main Pokémon.]
Discussion in the live chat.
Ye Yinchuan walked calmly toward the entrance area.
The Brilliant Cave is a medium-sized wilderness area, but it does cover a considerable area. The term "medium-sized" only applies relative to larger and more complex wilderness areas.
Therefore, the Brilliant Cave has a total of four entrances.
Ye Yinchuan entered through the entrance closest to Baizhi School, passing through a desolate path surrounded by increasingly dense, overgrown grass...
But further ahead, you'll see a modern building with exterior walls made of colored metal panels and tempered glass, which looks very sturdy and is decorated with some gemstones. The words "Brilliant Cave - Professional Base" are prominently displayed on it.
The entrance wasn't complicated. Ye Yinchuan went straight in. To pass through, he had to swipe his professional trainer license and undergo facial recognition.
[Thai pants are hot! This is a real jungle outpost!]
I heard that initially, these were all for defense against attacks from wild Pokémon!
Ye Yinchuan observed for a moment, then entered. Inside, there were detailed signs.
Upon entering, he saw a large electronic display screen that provided information such as today's weather and the latest requests.
Within this outpost, there are also a Pokémon Center and an item shop.
If a Pokémon gets injured in the wild, it can receive timely treatment. If it needs something, such as a Poké Ball or healing items, it can be purchased directly from the item shop.
Ye Yinchuan shared a similar sentiment with the comments section: a formal wilderness area like the Brilliant Cave is completely different from a trial area like the Water Painting Forest.
See, that's what you call professional.
Ye Yinchuan also went to the prop shop for a look. As soon as he entered, he saw a young female shop assistant in uniform who greeted him with a smile and asked if he needed any help. She was very friendly.
The surrounding shelves were neatly arranged, and the goods on them were dazzling.
This item shop is amazing! I bet only professional trainers can experience this!
It seems there are four sets of these facilities in total?
Wow, am I seeing a luxury ball stadium? A whole row of them!
The luxury ball costs five times more than the standard ball, which is 100,000 yuan per ball.
It's called the Luxury Ball because of its superior internal micro-design, which provides Pokémon with the most comfortable environment. It's also made with top-quality materials, highlighting its luxurious nature.
However, in actual use, the improvement is not significant compared to the overtaking ball.
It's not that the luxury ball isn't good enough, but rather that the superior ball offers better value for money!
"Dear professional trainer, this is a reminder that this is your first time entering the Brilliant Cave. We recommend that you purchase these high-top hiking boots. The soles are thick and non-slip, suitable for walking on mountain and cave surfaces. The boots are also fluorescent, so if they come undone in the dark, you can find them and fasten them immediately... In addition, have you prepared gloves, a helmet, goggles, and other equipment?"
"Well……"
Ye Yinchuan said that the store is quite user-friendly.
And so, when he left the store, he had changed his clothes.
Gloves, helmet, goggles, non-slip shoes...
[Haha, did the streamer get successfully sold to?]
[You're so pretty, can I have your contact information?]
[Serious criticism: The anchor's preparation was insufficient!]
Seeing the last comment, Ye Yinchuan gave up.
Having been too relaxed after his last trip to the Water Forest, he didn't make sufficient preparations for this trip to the Brilliant Caves, and it could be said that he came in a hurry.
Fortunately, the outpost's reminders and services are quite thoughtful. Although it may be slightly more expensive than online shopping, it meets basic needs and the quality is absolutely guaranteed.
I have to say, it feels so good to have new gear, just like buying new clothes for Chinese New Year.
Especially now that we're rich, a mid-range pair of goggles costs at least 2000 yuan. Before, we couldn't afford that! It would have been enough for a month's living expenses! But now… it's a piece of cake!
Wow, this streamer is an appraiser and a professional trainer, he must be making way more money than everyone else!
[Extravagant beyond belief!]
Ye Yinchuan's small shopping trip elicited amazement from the live chat.
After all, although there are many wealthy young men and women in the audience, the majority are still ordinary people.
Immediately afterwards, Ye Yinchuan walked towards the real entrance to the jungle area, where he saw two Arcanines in front of him, tall and imposing.
Many people misunderstand Growlithe because of its small and cute size, thinking that dogs can't be that big...
But in fact, Arcanine's size can be quite exaggerated.
Take these two for example. They are nearly two meters tall. Even standing on all fours, they are about a head taller than Ye Yinchuan. Their fur is very fluffy, and with the orange and black stripes on their bodies, they look like lions and tigers.
The four words "tall and mighty" perfectly describe it.
"Did you guys see that? Aren't those two Growlithe dogs cool?"
Growlithe and Arcanine are familiar Pokémon to many Pokémon fans.
In reality, Growlithe is common, while Arcanine is quite rare.
It's worth noting that Arcanine was once incredibly mysterious and powerful, and was known as a legendary Pokémon.
[So handsome!]
I've heard that in some ancient time, Arcanine was a guardian beast of the nation!
[Are you sure you're not confusing Entei with Arcanine?]
Seeing the last comment, Ye Yinchuan couldn't help but chuckle.
Arcanine and Entei are indeed somewhat similar, as they are both Fire-type Pokémon that run on the ground and are associated with legends and mythical Pokémon.
Having witnessed the domineering and handsome appearance of Arcanine, Ye Yinchuan was already considering getting an Arcanine to play with, if he didn't already have a top-quality Motostoma egg.
"I can't keep regular Growlithes right now, but if I come across an exceptional one someday, that might not be an option..."
In principle, Ye Yinchuan already has enough Pokémon; he couldn't possibly manage any more.
But when you see an amazing Pokémon, who can resist capturing it?
You can never have too many mounts; you can just ride them in rotation!
Of course, even if he really wanted to subdue it, Ye Yinchuan would definitely think of a way to settle it, treating it as his companion rather than as a tool to be thrown away casually and only used when needed!
I want to get a Growlithe, but how does it evolve?
[You don't know this? It's the Fire Stone! It's just too expensive. If you can't afford a Fire Stone, I don't recommend getting Growlithe!]
[Heh, a Fire Stone? A Water Stone costs seventy or eighty thousand, but a Fire Stone costs twice as much!]
Ye Yinchuan also saw the discussion in the comments about Arcanine and Fire Stone.
The reason why Fire Stones are more expensive than Water Stones, even much more expensive, is that, besides their rarity—they are only produced in certain special high-temperature areas—...
It's about supply and demand.
The Fire Stone is not only the key to Eevee evolving into Flareon.
Evolutions like Vulpix evolving into Ninetales, Growlithe evolving into Arcanine, and Ape evolving into Ape all require this kind of evolution stone.
Ninetales and Arcanine are both popular Pokémon.
Most importantly, it's not a 100% complete evolution; there's a possibility of needing to discard parts...
Therefore, demand far exceeds supply, and the price of Firestone naturally rises accordingly.
Ye Yinchuan did not intend to elaborate on this topic.
At this moment, the two Growlithe noticed his arrival. They stared at him intently, but were very well-behaved and did not bark or anything, which showed that they were well-trained.
As Ye Yinchuan approached, he sized up the two Growlithe dogs.
But then they saw two Growlithe sniff Ye Yinchuan's scent, and one of them couldn't help but lower its head and get closer to Ye Yinchuan.
Ye Yinchuan knew that this was the passive effect of [Heavenly Hands], which allowed him to gain the favor of Pokémon and possess the Pokémon Succubus physique.
Because he doesn't usually show it intentionally, it only becomes apparent when you get close.
Like the Cotton Ball before, which became so close to him and was completely captured shortly after entering the Poké Ball, it is also inseparable from the influence of the Heavenly Hand.
"Oh? A new face... My Arcanine is rarely this friendly."
Upon hearing the voice, Ye Yinchuan looked up and saw a man with long, dyed brown hair. He had strong features and a muscular build, was wearing a uniform, and had a smile on his face.
"I am the administrator and guard of this sentry post. You can call me Kai."
"Hello, professional trainer, Ye Yinchuan... You can call me Xiaochuan or whatever."
Ye Yinchuan also introduced himself.
"I saw your profile. You just got promoted, right? You actually dared to come to the Brilliant Cave all by yourself. Do you want me to introduce you to some teammates?"
Ah Kai said enthusiastically.
"No, I think I'll just walk around the perimeter. It shouldn't be that dangerous."
Ye Yinchuan declined.
"Well, you rarely see older models like yours anymore. If you get lost in the wilderness, you won't be able to make satellite calls at all—there's no signal!"
Akai reminded him.
Upon hearing this, Ye Yinchuan realized that he had indeed been somewhat inconsiderate.
The phone he's using is the one the Jinzhu Guild required him to use for live streaming; he bought it himself, and its specs are actually quite outdated...
But he was a simple man and didn't have much of a desire for material things, so he kept using the same things without replacing them.
Actually, the style is timeless.
It's just that professional trainers use the most advanced equipment; it's all about relativity.
"Here's what we'll do: I have some equipment over there, I'll lend you one, just in case."
Akai also offered his assistance enthusiastically, but then he changed the subject.
"We have rules here. If you want to enter the wilderness alone, you have to prove your strength first. Let's have a thrilling Pokémon battle! As long as you can convince me that you have the ability to enter the wilderness alone, I'll let you pass!"
Ye Yinchuan: "...?"
Although he could understand the logic behind it, Ye Yinchuan still slowly typed out a question mark.
In this Pokémon game, encountering random people always triggers a battle. Why is that?
Even the battle background music has started playing in my head!
"Let me think... If you're active outside the Brilliant Cave, the Pokémon you'll most likely encounter is... Grubbish! Yes, let me battle you with my recently caught Grubbish!"
As they were talking, Akai started taking out Poké Balls.
"Huh? We're going to fight here?"
Ye Yinchuan glanced around and found that the surrounding area was fairly spacious and there was nothing fragile.
"Hey! Wild Pokémon battles don't let you choose the location! A qualified professional trainer should be able to adapt to any battle situation! Besides, our outpost is made of resistant materials, enough to withstand the attacks of most Pokémon!"
Akai gradually became excited, pressed the button on the Poké Ball, and a red light fell to the ground, revealing a Pokémon named Slateport.
As the name suggests, stone balls are shaped like stones.
However, the difference between Geodude and Rockball is that Geodude only has two arms, while Rockball only has two feet and a rock standing on its head.
The main body of the stone ball is dark blue, while the stone on its head and the multi-faceted stone below that serves as its feet are brownish-brown.
In the very center of its body is a hexagonal, recessed hole, surrounded by a pale yellow ring.
If you think this hole is its eye, you are very wrong.
This thing is actually its ear, and it will absolutely get angry if you try to touch it or stick anything in it!
Upon seeing the stone ball, Ye Yinchuan activated his discerning eye and immediately understood its meaning.
[The Earth-mantle Pokémon: Rockruff]
[Level: 25]
[Attribute: Rock]
【Characteristics: Sturdy】
[Moves: Tackle, Sand Throw, Invisible Rock...]
"This level...it's almost evolved, isn't it?"
Ye Yinchuan looked at the stone ball and pondered for a moment which Pokémon he should use in the battle.
"How about we have a rock-on-rock battle? That would give CocoDora more opportunities to fight?"
Such a thought flashed through my mind.
"Although I really want to let the cotton ball play, the cotton ball's level is too low."
Ye Yinchuan took out a Poké Ball:
"I choose you, Cocodora!"
The red light landed, and Cocodora's figure appeared.
Both are Rock-type Pokémon with tough bodies, making them similar in type. Judging from their size alone, they are evenly matched opponents!
However, in terms of attributes...
Cocodora is made of steel and rock; theoretically, its physical and energy strength surpasses that of a stone ball!
However, Stone Golem also has potential in the Steel type, so the type advantage/disadvantage relationship is not as obvious as in the game; it is essentially a head-on clash.
"Stone Ball, Harden! Sand Breaker! Invisible Rock! Smash! Follow with Impact and Headbutt!"
Akai quickly gave the order to launch the first attack.
He speaks very fast, almost like he's compressing syllables.
If it were a magician, Gao Di would be a master of rapid chanting.
"CocoDora, get hard! Use your metal claws!"
[God's fucking hard!]
[The streamer looks like a green recruit!]
Ye Yinchuan glanced at the comments amidst his busy schedule and thought to himself, "What do you guys know?"
In a head-on clash between Steel and Rock types like this, fancy tricks are useless; what really matters is strength!
The two sides clashed quickly.
The result of the collision was obvious: Ye Yinchuan's Cocoa Dula remained completely still, while the opponent's Stone Ball was pushed back a full five steps!
A deep scratch appeared on Stone Ball's body, and gravel fell down with a clatter, while Coco Dora only had slight collision marks on its body!
Akai's pupils contracted, and he instantly realized that the training level of the opponent's Coco Dora was extraordinary!
You should know that his stone pellets have a sturdy characteristic, making his body stronger than average.
[When he fought Tutu Dog before, it wasn't obvious, but the impact of their head-on collisions was too strong!]
[It's full of pebbles!]
[Upstairs, is there a typo?]
[You didn't mistype, didn't you see the stone balls scattered all over the ground?]
"Is it cool? Is it tough? It was fed with ore and iron!"
Noticing Akai's reaction and seeing the comments on the screen, Ye Yinchuan felt a surge of pride!
Cocodora's move "Metal Claws," a Steel-type move, is not only super effective against Rock-type Grit, but it also retains power in its claws, temporarily increasing the attack's power...
In such head-on clashes, they can be described as getting stronger with each battle.
"It seems..."
Just as Akai was amazed by Ye Yinchuan's excellence and was about to concede defeat...
A light gradually shone from the stone ball's body—it was the light of evolution!
(End of this chapter)