Only after boarding the train from Motostoke to the Crown Tundra did Mingyou notice that this world's technology—or rather, the Galar Region's—seemed less advanced than in his own time.
But this timeline was also more of a utopia. There were no villainous organizations stirring up trouble, and even major natural disasters were rare. Rather than developing technology, people preferred enjoying the good things in everyday life.
The train was slow, and reaching the Crown Tundra would take nearly four hours. Along the way, Friede explained why they were going to investigate the lead on Entei, making no attempt to hide it.
"The Six Heroes?"
"That's right. A hundred years ago, six Pokémon accompanied the Adventurer Lucius on his travels. They journeyed through different regions together, seeking the Shining Paradise."
"Paradise, huh..."
Mingyou murmured to himself. Professor Turo had told him about it, but it probably wasn't the same paradise he knew. This timeline's history was entirely different from his own. Perhaps it was a new worldline branching off from some point in time.
"So Entei was one of the Six Heroes?"
"That's right. The ancient Poké Balls we're investigating were used to catch the Six Heroes. Besides Entei, they included Legendary Pokémon like Rayquaza and Moltres. If we find them, we might uncover the truth behind the story."
"Even Rayquaza..."
Mingyou listened with interest. It had nothing to do with him, but adventurers' stories were always captivating, and this was a good way to pass the time.
Once he had the gist of the story, he looked at Liko, who sat opposite him and had just finished an online class. Curious, he asked, "By the way, why did you come along? Friede obviously isn't the sort to take risks and say you'd be safer with me. So I'm guessing you