Chapter 997: Inspecting Sega Joypolis
Outside the door, Kenta and Fatty had not left yet.
The two stood on the curb, studying the feeding system of the Pokéwalker.
"The feeding mechanics changed this time." Kenta pressed the menu button. "It's a Pokéblock. The new protagonist in the anime uses this to feed Torchic, too."
"This definitely ties into the mechanics in the game." Fatty analyzed it logically. "The magazine says there are Contests in the Hoenn Region. I guess feeding different Pokéblocks in the Pokéwalker will make certain stats of the Pokémon particularly high once transferred into the game.
For example, Beauty or Coolness."
"How is Satoshi Tajiri's brain wired?" Kenta sighed. "He managed to turn a simple raising minigame into so many different features."
Kenta looked at the exquisitely crafted little device in his hand. The blue shell fit together seamlessly, and the button rebound force was just right.
"Let's go." Kenta hung the Pokéwalker on the zipper of his backpack. "Let's hurry up and raise it back home. I'll try to evolve it into a Marshtomp before GP2 goes on sale. When the time comes, I'll transfer it straight into the game, and it'll start at its second form. Sweeping gyms will be an absolute breeze."
"You wish. The evolution requirements are bound to be harsh." Fatty followed behind. "As for this Torchic of mine, I plan to put together a combination that uses Sunny Day. The new ability settings are too interesting; Fire-type moves get a boost under sunny weather. When double battles happen, I'll pair it with a Pokémon that can cast Sunny Day, and instantly wipe the entire field."
The two discussed tactics all the way, their figures disappearing into the crowded streets of Akihabara.
Just as the promotional warmup for the GP2 handheld was