Chapter 423: The Function of the Plates
Then, he put on an impatient expression, "Are you still trading the remaining Plates?"
"Trading, of course, we're trading!"
Randa looked at the Charizard blood in his hand, his face flushed red.
These Plates, to him, were merely some secret treasures.
But Mega Evolution!
If Mewtwo could also possess Mega Evolution or Bond Evolution, that would be simply too profitable.
Although his intuition told him that these few Plates were far from as simple as he imagined.
Unfortunately, this kid's strength was already so formidable.
And Latias in human form was always by his side. Otherwise, he would definitely let him know what the Team Rocket style was.
And so...
The two immediately left Alto Mare and arrived at a stretch of water outside the city.
Hikaru didn't waste words, "Take out the Plates first!"
Randa, seated on a Honchkrow, tossed out another Normal-type Plate, then held the Fire-type Plate in his palm, "You demonstrate Mega Evolution first!"
"So much trouble."
Hikaru first summoned Greninja, having it use Ice Beam on the water surface to provide a foothold, then summoned Lucario.
Randa's eyelid twitched as he watched.
A Greninja that could use Ice-type and Electric-type moves undoubtedly had great research value.
Mainly the Electric-type.
However, the urgent matter at hand was to record the fluctuations and various data of the opponent's Mega Evolution. Seeing Hikaru quickly begin, an instrument appeared in his hand, and he swiftly started recording.
Neither side had any intention of cheating.
So this transaction was very easy.
In a short while, both sides gathered together again.
"A very pleasant transaction!"
Hikaru nodded, "Indeed, very pleasant!"
But seeing such Pokémon, Randa was still somewhat unwilling to give up. He said with a fawning smile, "Young friend, look at your Greninja and that Tyranitar... using other secret treasures that can regulate energy speed..."
"Let's talk again when you find new Plates."
Hikaru patted Latias's head. The latter transformed into a streak of light and flew towards the horizon, giving Randa no chance to speak.
Leaving only Randa sitting on Honchkrow, his face instantly turning cold.
These Plates, they are indeed not ordinary. This kid definitely knows their secrets.
Unfortunately, he had researched for a long time and only figured out two functions.
One was to mobilize the energy circulation speed within a Pokémon's body.
The second was to borrow the energy within it for a one-time boost to strengthen a Pokémon, but this method would cause changes in the Pokémon's personality and emotions. If the powerful force couldn't be controlled, it would cause the Pokémon to go berserk and disobey the trainer's commands.
Such a method, if paired with Sakura Country's Compulsory Training Device, would actually have quite good effects.
It could create a powerful and obedient Pokémon team.
But now, what was more important was the research on Mega Evolution and Mewtwo.
Soon...
It was about to come out!
Mewtwo, capable of rivaling top-tier Legendary Pokémon!
...
"Next time I want to trade Plates with this old fellow, it won't be so easy."
In the sky, Hikaru examined the Plate in his hand.
[Arceus's Plate (Fire-type): SSS-rank secret treasure, a Plate possessing a portion of Arceus's origin power, containing incredible strength. Long-term carrying can enhance a Pokémon's talent.
Note: Forcibly absorbing the energy within will cause irreversible damage to the Pokémon's body!]
No matter how much he expressed his disdain for this transaction, Randa's emotions had always been very wary.
And from his last question, Hikaru knew that it was already impossible to trade for more Plates from him.
"So eager for Charizard's blood, what research is it for?"
Looking at Alto Mare close by, Hikaru murmured to himself, then suddenly had an idea, "Latias, stop for a moment. I need to go to the training house."
"Ngh..."
Latias stopped. Then, the two of them disappeared from their spot.
The next moment, they appeared in the training house.
As usual, obtaining a complete Fire Plate, plus a complete Normal Plate,
Would grant a total of two "Yearly Entry" opportunities.
It's worth mentioning here.
On February 4th, there were Monthly Entries and Quarterly Entries.
Among them, the Monthly Entry yielded a purple [Entry Duplication].
As for the Quarterly Entry.
It yielded a red [Night Walker].
[Red Entry (Night Walker) – At night, speed increases by 50%.]
This entry, combined with the previous [Shadow of the Moonlight].
Clearly, many of his Pokémon could benefit, perhaps even doubling their combat power at night.
Two Yearly Entries.
There was no need to save them.
Holding the two Plates, listening to the system's absorption sounds.
Hikaru waited quietly.
Until a [Ding! Congratulations, Host, for obtaining two Yearly Entry refresh opportunities.]
Only then did Hikaru put down the Plates and call Charizard over.
"Roar?"
Charizard looked at the Plate in Hikaru's hand, its eyes lighting up.
This Plate, it had seen it on Lucario and Bulbasaur.
It was very beneficial for Pokémon.
"This is yours."
Hikaru didn't need to say much about the Plate's use.
However, a complete Plate, coupled with attribute compatibility, its effect exceeded Hikaru's imagination.
If worn long-term, it could elevate Charizard's talent to First-Tier Deity, allowing it to better comprehend the origin of Fire!
Unfortunately, Hikaru didn't have a Normal-type Pokémon.
Combining the three fragmented Normal-type Plates could raise the talent of a Pokémon of another type to Second-Tier Deity.
Separately, they could raise the talent of three Pokémon to Third-Tier Deity.
After thinking for a moment, Hikaru chose the second option.
He redistributed the three Normal-type Plates to Gardevoir, Greninja, and Tyranitar. As for Lucario, it had a fragmented Fighting-type Plate.
Now, Bulbasaur's talent had also reached Champion. It was improving too quickly; it was better to let it consolidate for a while.
"Roar!"
After allocating all the Plates, a roar attracted Hikaru's attention.
Looking behind.
It turned out that Charizard, holding the Fire Plate, had been stimulated by something and was now soaring in the training house sky, roaring wantonly, its aura continuously climbing.
Hikaru's heart tightened.
This kid, it wouldn't forcibly mobilize the energy in the Plate, would it?
"Latias..."
He really wanted Latias to stop it.
But after opening [Eye of Scrutiny], his words paused.
This wasn't Charizard forcibly absorbing the energy inside.
Rather, the energy within was itself sufficiently abundant, and upon contact with a power of the same origin, it overflowed on its own.
To give an analogy.
It was like communicating vessels; when the water on one side was full, it would naturally flow to the other side.
It was just that this flow had restrictions.
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