Seaside City lay in the far southeastern corner of the Continent of Shenao.
It was a coastal city built along part of a cape's shoreline, and the Black Forest blocked the only route connecting it to the mainland.
Its limited land was unsuitable for large-scale farming, and the frequent threats from the sea meant the city was far from prosperous.
It was only when the current lord of Seaside City took power and drove back the sea monsters with his great strength that the city finally had a chance to develop.
In the castle's study, Lord Kare was gazing at the map of the Continent of Shenao before him.
He was an ambitious man. One day, he would lead his people across the Black Forest and seize the fertile lands beyond it.
"City of Ambition..." he murmured, moving a finger across the map until it stopped at the city beyond the Black Forest.
It was the city closest to Seaside City, a place said to be blessed by Uxie and home to the richest land in the southeastern corner of the Sinnoh Region.
However, protected by Uxie, the city had never been conquered in all its history.
"Are you really sure you can deal with that city's Guardian God?"
Suddenly, Kare's voice rang out in the quiet study. For a long while, no one answered.
"Haven't you seen for yourself?"
After some time, a deep voice suddenly sounded in the study.
A figure appeared out of nowhere within the black mist. The swirling haze obscured his face.
Kare showed no surprise at the man's sudden appearance. His gaze remained calm, and after a moment, he nodded slightly.
"I think we need to have another proper talk."
The figure in the black mist nodded at the lord, who had an impressive