Chapter 137: Enel’s New Goal!

Leo introduced, "Zapdos, Raikou, Tapu Koko, and Thundurus are all rare legendary Pokémon from the Pokémon world, known as 'mythical beasts.'"

"Each of these Pokémon has electric-type attributes, which align perfectly with your current abilities."

As he spoke, Leo extended his hand, causing the thunder and lightning within Enel's body to surge forth, materializing into four distinct Pokémon before him.

Suddenly, a large bird bathed in dazzling electric light appeared before Enel.

Leo continued, "Zapdos is a bird Pokémon that resides among thunderclouds. It is protected by the leader of the Zapdos clan, and each Zapdos possesses the magical ability to control the weather. They can freely release lightning and summon thunderclouds, creating an environment that gives them a significant advantage in battle."

"Summon thunderclouds?" Enel's eyes gleamed at the mention of this special skill.

Even with his Goro Goro no Mi (Rumble-Rumble Fruit), he could only create thunderclouds within existing clouds. Yet, this Pokémon from another world could generate them at will. It was indeed a legendary Pokémon!

Despite his amazement, Enel didn't immediately make a decision. Under Leo's guidance, the second electric Pokémon appeared before him.

The lightning once again transformed, this time into a saber-toothed tiger-like beast that charged toward Enel.

Leo explained, "Raikou has no fixed home, and its origins are shrouded in mystery. Due to its mistrust of humans, it wanders the land. However, if it encounters someone in need, it will not hesitate to help."

"Though Raikou cannot control the weather like Zapdos, its strong body and sharp fangs give it exceptional physical resistance, far beyond that of other Pokémon."

"A Pokémon skilled in close combat?" Enel quickly grasped Leo's point, but his interest waned. Since eating the Goro Goro no Mi, he hadn't engaged in physical combat for years. His electrical discharges had always been sufficient to defeat any opponent.

After Raikou, the third Pokémon, created from lightning, quickly flew into view.

This Pokémon had a unique appearance: a black body, orange hair and legs, and metallic shell-like hands that seemed to store immense energy.

To be honest, Enel found this Pokémon's appearance off-putting. Its flamboyant crest resembled a garish hat, completely at odds with his own sense of pride.

Leo introduced, "Tapu Koko has a playful personality, but if something displeases it, it can become fierce. Though it's a powerful ally, it may not always align with your goals."

Enel dismissed Tapu Koko without hesitation. He was searching for a partner to help him ascend to godhood, not a companion with a quirky personality.

With Tapu Koko out of the picture, Enel focused on the final Pokémon.

By this point, he had almost made up his mind. Zapdos, with its ability to summon lightning and fly in battle, seemed like the perfect fit.

However, one detail irked him—this Zapdos was merely an outstanding member of its species, not the leader.

Soon, the fourth Pokémon appeared before him.

"This is Thundurus," Leo said, a smile playing on his lips as he summoned the Pokémon with a world-weary expression.

"This mythical Pokémon shares many similarities with Zapdos. In addition to its electric and flying abilities, Thundurus can also release thunderclouds, create thunderstorms, and even trigger volcanic eruptions."

"It's a well-rounded and powerful Pokémon! And there's only one Thundurus in the entire Pokémon world!"

"!?"

Enel, who had initially been unimpressed by Thundurus's arrogant demeanor, suddenly felt a jolt of excitement at Leo's words. Only one in the entire Pokémon world? A limited edition Pokémon?

For someone as prideful as Enel, words like "limited" and "unique" were irresistible.

But...

"He's so ugly!" Enel thought, finding Thundurus's appearance neither majestic nor amusing. Despite its rarity, Enel wasn't interested in this one-of-a-kind mythical Pokémon.

After much deliberation, Enel was ready to choose Zapdos, the fierce-looking and powerful Pokémon that matched his aesthetic.

But before he could voice his decision, Leo added with a sly smile, "Oh, that's right!"

Leo waved his hand, and another Pokémon took shape, similar in appearance to Thundurus, but with a more dragon-like body, sharp claws, and a long tail.

"This is Thundurus's Therian Form, awakened after being bathed in the energy of the Reveal Glass. In this form, Thundurus is a Dragon-like Pokémon!"

"Unlike its ordinary form, the Therian Form of Thundurus not only retains its powerful control over lightning but also boasts a robust physical body like Raikou."

"This is a Pokémon with almost no weaknesses!"

"Of course, due to the special nature of the Reveal Glass, Thundurus prefers its original form, only transforming into its Therian Form during battle."

"Now that I've introduced all four Pokémon, it's time for you to choose, Enel. Each is priced at 60,000 points, reflecting their unique strengths and features."

With the final reveal of Thundurus's Therian Form, Leo dispersed the lightning and presented Enel with the Pokémon information interface on the screen.

But suddenly, Enel fell silent.

He had been set on choosing Zapdos, which resonated with him on many levels. But after seeing Thundurus's Therian Form, he changed his mind instantly!

A Pokémon that could transform? How cool is that? No man can resist the allure of transformation! 

Moreover, Thundurus's Therian Form not only improved its appearance but also added powerful physical strength.

The only limited edition Pokémon that combined Zapdos's weather control, Raikou's robust physique, and the unique look of Tapu Koko!

Although Enel didn't prioritize physical strength, the value of getting so much in one package was undeniable. It was like discovering a hidden treasure!

Without hesitation, Enel raised his head, flashing a broad grin, and declared, "I've decided! Sir Leo, I want this Thundurus!"

"A wise choice," Leo said with his usual chuckle.

In truth, there wasn't much difference between these four Pokémon, each priced at 60,000 points. Each had its own unique strengths.

But Thundurus did offer more versatility than the other three.

Leo retrieved a high-level Poké Ball and a Thundurus from the system, handing them over to Enel.

Enel took the Poké Ball excitedly, cradling it like the most precious treasure in the world, while the information about Thundurus appeared on his Rotom Phone.

[Pokémon: Thundurus]

[Attributes: Electric, Flying]

[Ability: Defiant (increases attack power when under negative effects)]

[Level: 83]

"Thundurus!"

Gripping the Poké Ball tightly, Enel's eyes sparked with electricity as he laughed and declared:

"Let's walk the path to godhood together!!!"

As the surge of lightning from the Poké Ball resonated with him, Enel knew instantly—Thundurus had recognized the power of thunder within him!

One was a wielder of the Thunder Fruit, the god of Sky Island…

The other, a mythical Pokémon that commands lightning and protects its domain…

They were a perfect match!

In that moment, Enel couldn't help but recall his old dream…

To build an ark and reach the endless land.

But now, that dream has evolved!

After watching several Pokémon shows, Enel not only saw the richness and diversity of the Pokémon world but also absorbed a wealth of advanced knowledge.

Now, Enel understood...

The endless land?

It's just a barren planet!

After acquiring Pokémon, his first thought was, of course, to become an even more powerful trainer!

With these thoughts racing through his mind, Enel turned his gaze toward Leo with newfound determination.

At first, there was a flicker of hesitation on his face, but it was quickly replaced by a surge of excitement.

Taking a deep breath, Enel looked at Leo intently and asked:

"Sir Leo, would you be willing to have a Pokémon battle with me? I want to see how much of a gap there is between me and a true god!"

"..."

The air suddenly stilled.

Leo, taken aback by Enel's challenge, wore an expression of surprise.

"Oh? You want to battle me?"

Leo was genuinely astonished by Enel's request.

It wasn't Enel's audacity to challenge someone as formidable as Leo that surprised him.

Rather, what surprised Leo was the idea that flashed through his mind the moment Enel proposed the battle…

The thought of making Enel an assistant to the dimensional merchant on the Grand Line!

In truth…

As his trade operations expanded, Leo had become acutely aware of the serious issue of lacking manpower.

It couldn't be helped—there were simply too few suitable candidates in the Pokémon world!

There was only one truly perfect assistant like Team Rocket.

But the Rocket Trio was already swamped, handling just one area of the East Blue Sea.

As for others in the Pokémon world…

The good-hearted characters weren't suited to be mercenaries.

The villains each had their own ambitions and were difficult to fully control.

But now…

With the development of the Grand Line imminent, Leo urgently needed more people to help improve this world-class [Pokémon Game].

He had originally planned to carefully select individuals from the Pokémon world.

But just now, he realized…

Isn't this Chūnibyō Enel standing before him an excellent candidate for an assistant!?

Having watched the plot unfold, Leo knew…

Enel was shunned by the Sky Islanders because he was born without wings, and was treated as an outcast.

So, he harbored no attachment to the sky island where he was born and raised!

And having spent his entire life on the sky island, he knew nothing of the outside world and had no ties to anyone else!

These two traits made Enel feel even more disconnected from the pirate world than Leo, a time traveler.

And this kind of detachment was exactly what Leo needed now!

Members of the Transdimensional Chamber of Commerce required this detachment!

Unbound by the world, free from worry, focused solely on completing their tasks!

Enel perfectly fits this requirement!

Moreover, with his considerable talent, Enel could be nurtured into an exceptional assistant!

However, Leo couldn't help but feel amused when he remembered how Enel had merely wanted to say goodbye at the dock, only to be forcefully convinced to stay.

But for the sake of his points, Leo had to do what was necessary.

"If I could persuade you once, I can do it again!"

Countless thoughts flashed through Leo's mind.

With this newfound purpose, Leo smiled knowingly.

"Alright! No problem!"

He nodded and accepted Enel's battle challenge.

As he spoke, Leo gently patted Eevee on the shoulder and whispered:

"Don't hold back! Show him the harsh realities of life!"

Leo's mischievous smile disappeared in an instant.

"Eevee!"

Eevee's ears perked up with excitement at the prospect of a battle.

Poor thing!

It wasn't that Eevee wanted to stay home and play video games every day.

It's just that, as a Pokémon belonging to a dimensional merchant, its opportunities to battle were few and far between.

As Leo's first Pokémon, Eevee had received more training than anyone else, second only to Leo himself.

Now, little Eevee's strength had reached a solid level 90, far surpassing the three Admirals of the Navy.

In the world of pirates, only someone as powerful as Garp could stand against Eevee.

And besides…

In today's world, who would dare challenge a dimensional merchant!

It was precisely because of this that little Eevee, once passionate about training, had lost its drive and become a laid-back Pokémon without dreams after realizing that Leo could make it overwhelmingly powerful with just a flick of his fingers.

But now, hearing that there was finally another battle to be had, and that the opponent was a legendary Pokémon, Eevee was instantly interested.

On the other side, Enel was momentarily stunned by how readily the great dimensional merchant accepted his battle request...

But then, he was overwhelmed with excitement.

"Thank you, Sir!"

He bowed deeply, then gathered the power of lightning in his palm.

Enel shouted loudly:

"The mythical Pokémon that commands lightning and roams the earth..."

"Let the world witness your power!"

"Come forth, Thundurus!!!"

Crack!!! 

With a flash of brilliant white light, a blue figure suddenly appeared before Enel.

"Thunder!"

Thundurus roared, and the lightning coursing through Enel's body surged out from its own. A satisfied smile appeared on its face.

It was clear—Thundurus was pleased with its trainer.

After all, Thundurus was a deity in the Pokémon world.

Even in a world that had crumbled, it still carried an aura of pride.

If its trainer had been an ordinary person, it would have been sorely disappointed!

"We'll go first!"

Having watched many battles with Ash, Enel was no stranger to Pokémon battles. He immediately shouted:

"Thundurus, use Wild Charge!!!"

(End of this chapter)