I Popularized the Pokemons in the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 122: I Want to Participate Too!

When Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, heard that a Pokémon Contest was going to be held, he was overjoyed!

The top sixteen contestants from the 5,000 participants would be selected for official positions within the imperial court.

The top three would be granted high-ranking 2,000-stone positions, significantly boosting the empire's strength.

This would undoubtedly stabilize the imperial power of the Han Dynasty.

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"Good! Good! Good!"

"I have decided to directly confer the title of 2,000-stone on the top three. What do you think, my dear son-in-law?"

For a moment, Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, looked at Lin Yu anxiously, seeking his approval.

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"Of course, there is no problem. The ranks of the officials behind will gradually decrease."

Lin Yu agreed without hesitation.

If he wanted to quickly spread Pokémon culture, he had to rely on the power of Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong.

Doing it alone would take far too long.

With the temptation of official positions, more people would sign up, and Pokémon training would spread even faster!

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In ancient times, becoming an official and bringing honor to one's family was the lifelong pursuit of many.

After the Sui Dynasty, scholars could at least study hard and take the imperial exams.

But in the Eastern Han Dynasty?

Sorry—if you weren't born into a noble family, you had no chance.

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However, now everything had changed.

With Pokémon, even ordinary people had a chance!

All you needed was a Poké Ball, and you could enter the competition to become an official!

Tell me, isn't that tempting?

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Lin Yu was confident this announcement would drive the people of the Han Dynasty crazy.

Catching Pokémon was dangerous, sure.

But what was that compared to the chance to become an official in the imperial court?

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"Your Majesty, not only will you grant official positions, but I will also provide additional rewards!"

Lin Yu smirked.

If they were going to host the first-ever Pokémon Contest in the Eastern Han Dynasty, it had to be a grand success.

Everything had to be perfect.

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"The top sixteen in the Pokémon Contest can choose one Pokémon Evolution Stone."

"The top eight will each receive a random Pokémon."

"The top three will receive a random quasi-legendary Pokémon hatchling!"

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As soon as Lin Yu announced the rewards, Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, grabbed his hand excitedly.

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"Well… can I participate too?"

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The top three get a quasi-legendary Pokémon?!

This reward is way too tempting!

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Don't think Liu Hong didn't know how rare a quasi-legendary Pokémon was.

So far, in the entire Eastern Han Dynasty, only the Yuan family had drawn one.

And it cost them a full 6,000 gold!

Even as an emperor, he still felt the pain of spending so much money.

But now?

If he placed in the top three, he could get a quasi-legendary Pokémon for free!

Wasn't this like earning 6,000 gold instantly?

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"Your Majesty, are you tired of being an emperor? Do you want to experience being a high-ranking official instead?"

Lin Yu teased as he looked at the excited emperor.

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"Don't worry, I'll disguise myself. No one will recognize me!"

Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, completely ignored Lin Yu's sarcasm.

He was already immersed in the fantasy of obtaining a quasi-legendary Pokémon!

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DB...

Fine, there's no point in persuading him!

He won't listen!

He even thought of a disguise, so why bother arguing?

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But the result might not be what you expect, Your Majesty.

Being an emperor meant heavy responsibilities.

Even if Liu Hong had high ambitions, could he actually beat trainers who dedicated their lives to Pokémon battles?

This outcome was far from guaranteed.

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Of course, Liu Hong had no idea what Lin Yu was thinking.

His mind was completely focused on the Pokémon Contest.

He looked full of confidence, like a general heading into battle.

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Fine!

Lin Yu had planned to tease him, but seeing his enthusiasm, he decided to stay silent.

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What if this guy actually makes it into the top three?

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The Next Day – Deyang Palace

The imperial court gathered for a major announcement.

Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, formally declared the establishment of a Pokémon department, separate from the Nine Ministries.

It was officially named "The Imperial Spirit Department."

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Additionally, a Pokémon Contest would be held in Luoyang.

The official positions and rewards were publicly announced.

This immediately caused an uproar in the court.

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Some officials agreed.

Some opposed.

Some remained silent.

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But Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, was determined.

He completely ignored the opposition and sent orders to post notices in all major cities.

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Luckily, he had Ponyta!

Thanks to its speed, the emperor's decree spread across the land in record time.

Who would have thought the Eastern Han Dynasty would one day have modern communication speeds?

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Luoyang – The First City to Receive the News

The capital, Luoyang, was the most prosperous city in the Han Dynasty.

Naturally, it was the first city to see the imperial notice.

A large crowd gathered around the bulletin board.

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"What?! Is this real?!"

"If you place in the top sixteen, you can become an official?!"

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Many literate citizens read the notice aloud.

Hearing the news, people's eyes widened in disbelief.

Their voices trembled with excitement, and even their breathing became rapid.

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Those who lived in Luoyang had already heard about Pokémon.

Many nobles owned them, and wild Pokémon had even appeared in the suburbs.

It was said that Pokémon possessed magical powers.

Some even called them immortal beasts.

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But becoming an official just by training a Pokémon?!

No one expected this!

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A guard standing beside the notice began reading it aloud:

"By decree of His Majesty, the top sixteen competitors in the Pokémon Contest will receive official government positions."

"The top three will be granted the high rank of 2,000-stone."

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As he read, more and more people gathered.

The excitement was contagious.

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"Are you serious? Even commoners can participate?"

A 30-year-old man asked excitedly.

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"Of course!"

The guard nodded firmly.

"His Majesty issued this decree today. It has already been sent to all thirteen provinces of the Han Dynasty. How could it be fake?"

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Even the guard himself felt like he was dreaming.

He silently thought to himself:

"I should get a Pokémon too… Maybe I can become an official!"

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Unlike modern Pokémon battles, the Eastern Han only required one Pokémon to enter.

This made it easier for commoners to participate.

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After hearing the guard's confirmation, the crowd exploded with excitement.

People rushed home to spread the news.

The entire city was buzzing.

A new era had begun.