Chapter 43: Snivy Joins!
Contrary Snivy?
The first time Lei Wen saw this Ability, his reaction was that if it turned back, couldn’t it infinitely repeat Leaf Storm?
Contrary: Changes in stats are reversed. What would normally raise stats will lower them, and what would normally lower stats will raise them.
Leaf Storm: A storm of sharp leaves is whipped up to attack the enemy. After using this move, the user’s Special Attack is greatly reduced due to the recoil.
When these two are combined, they can produce some wonderful chemical reactions, reversing the side effects of Leaf Storm into positive effects.
Especially in this era when humans knew nothing about Pokémon.
It’s likely no one could have thought of a way to deal with a Snivy that could infinitely repeat Leaf Storm.
Moreover, more than these things, Lei Wen was more concerned that this Snivy’s strength was clearly greater than Dratini’s.
Besides Vine Whip, it had also mastered the move Grass Knot.
More importantly, the great incident that occurred at the end of its Pokédex Entry.
It was attacked by five Sneasel but still managed to escape…
This Snivy’s strength is not ordinary!
Lei Wen was a bit surprised, but he remained calm.
Because for now, Snivy had only temporarily joined his Territory and had not yet agreed to become his Pokémon like Dratini had.
After confirming that Snivy’s injuries were not serious, Lei Wen prepared to take it home to familiarize itself with the area and introduce it to his Territory.
However, when Lei Wen reached out to pick up Snivy, it refused.
Thus, the scene became Lei Wen walking ahead, with Snivy silently following behind.
“Snivy, this is where we live.”
Lei Wen looked at the small wooden houses scattered across the open ground around them and then began to introduce them to Snivy.
“That river over there is where we usually fish and get water. Some residents also wash their clothes there. Oh, right, you probably haven’t eaten fish before, have you? You should try it sometime. Whether it’s steamed, made into fish soup, or roasted fish, it’s all very delicious.”
“Snivy…” Snivy looked at the wide River. It had indeed never eaten fish before and rarely came this way.
At this moment, Snivy suddenly noticed a patch of land ahead that seemed different from the surrounding land.
There were even three Snowrunt gathered around the Field, doing something unknown.
Snivy couldn’t help but be drawn to the sight.
Lei Wen followed its gaze and then explained:
“That’s the Field we’ve specially reclaimed for Farming. It’s planted with many Crop seeds. Next spring, these seeds will sprout from the ground and bear abundant Fruit. Those Pokémon are Snowrunt; they are helping us take care of the Crops in the Field.”
The Snowrunt’s method of caring for the Crops was very special. They would first use Ingrain to extend some of their roots into the Underground, and then, through their roots, release Grass-type energy to irrigate the seeds.
“Next year, we will also use this method to replant trees and build a Berry Orchard.”
As he spoke, a noticeably larger wooden house appeared ahead.
Lei Wen stepped forward and pushed open the door. He turned to Snivy and said:
“Alright, we’re here. This is our home. Until the Blizzard passes, you’ll be staying here with us for now!”
As the wooden door was pushed open, Snivy immediately felt a wave of warmth wash over it.
It calmly looked inside and then saw several Poffin on the Carpet inside, using their tails to clean, as well as a Dratini curled up on a Cushion, fast asleep.
Lei Wen walked into the house. The Firewood from last night was almost gone, so he added a few more pieces to the Stone Fireplace.
The almost extinguished fire quickly reignited and burned fiercely. The cold air that had blown in when the door was opened was quickly dispelled by the warmth.
So, so warm!
Snivy was a little surprised.
At this moment, the Poffin and Dratini also noticed it.
They gathered around Lei Wen, looking at it curiously.
“Poffin?”
Lei Wen introduced: “This is Snivy. Like you, it’s a Pokémon that originally lived in the Forest. For the time being, Snivy will live with us.”
The Poffin had no objections and instead cheered happily.
“Poffin!”
Seeing this, Lei Wen smiled.
It was morning, and the snow outside had stopped. After settling Snivy, Lei Wen planned to continue Special Training with Dratini.
“Snivy, Dratini and I are going to train. You just recovered from your injuries, so stay here and get plenty of Rest!” Lei Wen reminded it.
“Snivy.” Snivy nodded gently.
Lei Wen smiled, turned, and left the house with Dratini.
Snivy watched for a long time. Then, it hopped to the window and, to the surprise of the Poffin, ran outside.
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Lei Wen’s golden finger could not provide much help in the Special Training of Pokémon.
Therefore, they could only adopt the simplest and most direct method of Special Training.
Lei Wen had people establish a dedicated area for Special Training within the Territory.
Although called a Special Training area, it was essentially a large open space with a thick wooden Stake erected in the middle.
At this very moment, under Lei Wen’s Command, Dratini repeatedly swung its Tail, striking the wooden Stake.
However, because Dratini’s Power was limited at the moment, no matter how hard it tried, it couldn’t leave a mark on the wooden Stake. Instead, its soft tail was covered in many bruises.
Lei Wen couldn’t help but feel heartache, but he did not call a halt.
Because this was the only way for Dratini to become stronger.
To grow into a Pokémon with great Strength, one must undergo rigorous tempering to make one’s body more robust and transform every part of oneself into a Weapon.
Only then can it master 【Dragon Tail】.
Fortunately, Dratini itself was also very diligent and did not give up despite the pain.
Time ticked by, and Lei Wen mentally counted the number of times Dratini struck the wooden Stake. When he felt it was enough, he called a halt.
“Let’s rest, Dratini!”
“Wooo!”
Dratini stopped its movements and curled up in Lei Wen’s arms as usual.
Lei Wen sat on the wooden Stake, took out Medicine, and gently applied it to the bruises on Dratini’s tail. He then gently massaged its tail to help it relax its muscles and improve blood circulation.
“Alright, let’s continue!”
After a brief Rest, it was time for Energy Special Training.
Although Dragonite was a Pokémon that excelled more in Physical Attack, Special Attack training could not be neglected.
By training Twister, it would continuously improve its control over Dragon-type energy. Only by building a solid foundation now would it be easier to learn powerful moves like Dragon Pulse and Draco Meteor in the future.
Improving proficiency with Thunder Wave might allow Dratini to learn more Electric-type moves, such as the well-known move Thunderbolt.
Behind a large tree not far away, Snivy quietly watched the scene, its thoughts unknown.
