Pokemon:Trainer

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Developing superpowers is a long process, with little immediate reward.

Perhaps in the future, Link could improve this talent by adding points to his perception, intelligence, and charm. For now, though, the focus remained on nurturing his infant Pokémon, Fennekin.

Link continued studying his reference books, learning numerous training methods for both general skills and superpowers. He planned to implement these once Fennekin grew accustomed to regular training.

Next, he turned to "The Secret of Fire." After all, he couldn't let his Fennekin's fire-based talents fall behind.

Unfortunately, this book was far less reliable than Professor Oak's guides. Its descriptions of fire-type moves were superficial and lacked depth.

"Sparks" simply involved releasing fire energy. "Flamethrower" involved increasing heat and pressure. "Fire Blast" was described as "just more heat, condensed further."

Moves like "Flame Wheel," "Fire Punch," and "Fire Kick" merely involved wrapping fire energy around specific limbs or bodies, while "Flare Blitz" was basically just a reckless, self-damaging charge.

And what about finesse? Techniques?

There were only three nuanced fire moves: "Sunny Day," "Will-O-Wisp," and "Mystical Fire." Everything else boiled down to variations of setting things on fire.

The overly simplistic approach left Link frustrated. He felt as though he'd wasted an hour wading through poorly written academic garbage.

After his disappointing reading session, Link decided to relax. He turned on the Hoenn Coordination Channel and watched it alongside Fennekin.

As they observed the dazzling performances, Link noticed something curious about Fennekin—it seemed unusually fixated on the battles.

"You're saying you can see the flow of energy in their moves?" Link asked, intrigued.

"Fu!" Fennekin replied with a firm nod.

"And you think they're using those moves incorrectly?"

"Fu..."

Link scratched his head. It wasn't entirely wrong—coordinators often prioritized visual appeal over efficiency. Moves weren't always used in optimal ways during performances.

Still, he didn't want to discourage Fennekin. "So, how would you do it differently?"

Fennekin hesitated. It knew something was "off" about the moves on TV, but it couldn't articulate a better solution.

After a moment of contemplation, the little fox released a small "Spark" toward Link.

"Hey!" he exclaimed, startled.

But this "Spark" didn't behave like a typical attack. Instead, Fennekin manipulated it with its psychic abilities, forming a ring of fire that danced in the air around Link.

"That's impressive!" Link clapped in approval. "But isn't that just another variation of what they do on TV? Coordinators regularly reshape their moves for visual effect."

Fennekin shook its head emphatically, as if to say, No, this is different.

"Fufu!" it explained animatedly, detailing its plan.

Fennekin wanted to take it a step further—absorbing the energy from an opponent's attack, converting it into fire, and redirecting it as its own move.

Link blinked in astonishment. "Are you saying you can steal their energy and turn it into fire?"

"Fu!" Fennekin nodded confidently.

Link was both impressed and skeptical. "That sounds ambitious. But instead of stealing energy from the opponent, wouldn't it be easier to harness natural energy instead?"

He pondered for a moment before offering a suggestion.

"Try this: use your own energy as a guide to attract fire energy from the environment. Then, release a flame that can entangle the opponent and weaken their special attacks."

Fennekin tilted its head, deep in thought. This seemed like a feasible alternative.

In nature, fire energy existed in abundance, often stored in plants, fruits, and other organic materials. For example, berries like Cheri, Bluk, and Magost were rich in fire energy. Pokémon breeders often used these fruits to craft specialized rations.

The idea of channeling natural fire energy intrigued Fennekin, sparking its curiosity.

Eager to experiment, Fennekin trotted to the window. Link opened it, allowing the little fox to test its moves safely toward the sea.

Meanwhile, Link picked up a new book, intending to take a mental break.

His choice? "Trainer Character Biography."

As a time traveler, Link felt it was crucial to pinpoint the era he had landed in.

From what he'd gathered:

1. The events of FireRed and LeafGreen took place around this time.

2. Those events were set three years before Gold and Silver.

3. Diamond and Pearl happened shortly after Gold and Silver.

4. Black and White occurred about ten years after Diamond and Pearl, followed by Black 2 and White 2 two years later.

5. X and Y occurred during the same period as Black 2 and White 2, while Sun and Moon came shortly after.

"If we're in the pre-FireRed timeline, that means we're years away from major events like Galar's Dynamax phenomenon or Kalos' Champion battles."

The realization left Link with a mix of excitement and responsibility. There was still time to influence the course of history.

But first, he needed to confirm his exact timeframe. If he could determine the ages of key figures like Steven Stone, Wallace, or Professor Birch, he'd have a clearer picture.

"Still," he muttered, "if this world operates on that strange, ageless timeline where Ash stays 10 forever…"

Link let the thought trail off, shaking his head. He had more immediate concerns—like preparing Fennekin for its next big step.

(End of Chapter)