On the way, Cynthia also explained her thoughts. She had wanted to Roy when she was giving Roy the Ice Stone and Ice Crystal.
But Roy suddenly pulled out a parchment scroll, making her forget the purpose of her trip to Hoenn.
"Roy, do you know the Sootopolis People and the Meteor People?"
Roy:?
"That's what I want..."
Roy understood Cynthia's idea; she hoped to visit these two ancient ethnic groups during her two months in Hoenn.
I hope to find the Meteor People and the Sootopolis People to learn about the rumors surrounding Rayquaza.
However, she herself was unfamiliar with the place and the people there, and both Professor Rowan and Researcher Professor Sycamore had their own research to do.
Then she thought of Roy, whom she had just met; maybe he could help.
The Meteor People and the Sootopolis People?
Alai, the Dragon Tamer in the Arena, is a Meteor People.
The Sootopolis People are generally a branch of the Meteor People; it seems that Wallace is one of the Sootopolis People.
"I think I actually know two Meteor People and Sootopolis People."
Do you know him?
Cynthia's eyes revealed surprise, and her hand unconsciously grabbed Roy's forearm.
"Is that possible...?"
Meteor Village is easy to go; it's just north of Rustboro City. I even know Alai, so we're on good terms. It shouldn't be a problem to Cynthia ask her about it.
However, Sootopolis City is not so easy to reach, as it is located inside the crater.
Legend has it that long ago, an underwater volcano erupted and rose above the sea. The crater in the center of the land formed a lake due to the accumulation of rainwater.
Soon, people discovered that the climate here was very warm and suitable for living, so they built the Sootopolis City inside the crater.
Pokémon like Garchomp, which can only glide at low altitudes, definitely won't work. We'll need to use Pokémon like Tropius or Pidgeot, which can fly long distances.
Furthermore, I need to make an appointment with Wallace and his master Adam, as Sootopolis City is usually not open to outsiders.
"Okay, I understand, but I need to make an appointment with those two first."
"It's alright, we can go before the professor finishes his research and leaves."
Upon learning that Roy was willing to help her, Cynthia Splash, and before she knew it, the distance between them had grown considerably.
The two talked as they walked and soon arrived at the back of the mountain...
Cynthia had achieved her goal, but it seemed inappropriate for her to leave now, as it would make her appear too goal-oriented. Therefore, she chose to stay in the back mountain to watch Roy test his skills.
"Drakloak! Use Draco Meteor!"
"Doryu!"
After evolving, Drakloak's abilities were greatly enhanced, and even the meteors it summoned were much larger than before.
This is also Roy's first Pokémon to reach the Pseudo-Elite Four level.
Countless energy meteorites fell from the sky and crashed to the ground. With the blessing of the Life Orb, the meteorites also carried a mysterious purple energy.
However, Drakloak and Dreepy above him showed expressions of pain. While the Life Orb gave him a huge boost, it also took away some of his strength.
Roy didn't dare let Drakloak try out too many skills, only using two of the more powerful ones: Draco Meteor and Phantom Force.
Next up are transformation-type skills.
Roy subconsciously glanced back at Cynthia, who had already released Garchomp and was leaning against it, watching the Draco Meteor Garchomp falling from the sky.
25 minutes later...
Cynthia seemed to know why Roy was asking if she wanted to come along too.
In mid-air, the swirling figure of Drakloak resembled some kind of mysterious and ancient dragon dance.
Dragon Dance
Cynthia glanced at Roy speechlessly. What did it mean to let Drakloak use this skill right in front of her?
Roy shrugged, indicating that he meant no harm and that Roy had insisted on coming along.
It's definitely more fun to use memes in front of the person who actually used them.
However, in response to the slightly resentful look in Cynthia's eyes, Roy explained that he just wanted Drakloak to try and stack up to 4 layers of Dragon Dance.
Cynthia, could you please stop projecting your own feelings onto me? You're overthinking it.
"Roar!"
Garchomp wanted to imitate Drakloak's Dragon Dance, but no matter how she Mimic, she only managed to mimic it without achieving the true power-up of the Dragon Dance.
Damn it! Even Scrafty can learn Dragon Dance that has absolutely nothing to do with anything!
Why can't she learn the Dragon Dance?!
Enraged Garchomp scratched the ground with its Metal Claw.
Roy didn't know what to say when he saw this.
Let's not ask why.
After you Mega Evolution, your Speed stat will drop by 10 points. Ask both questions together then.
Cynthia quickly Garchomp.
She was initially quite happy when Roy agreed to take her to meet the Meteor People and the Sootopolis People.
Now, she has to spend time comforting her Garchomp.
Before leaving, Cynthia, increasingly angry, nudged Roy with her elbow one last time before finally departing, satisfied.
However, Cynthia just now was just like the slap she gave Garchomp at dusk—it was like Tickle.