Compared to the Golett beside it, Yong preferred this big fellow!
It had to reach level 43 to evolve. Although that was nowhere near a Pseudo-Legendary Pokémon or Larvesta, it was still a long growth cycle.
For Yong right now, catching Pokémon with potential that could fight immediately was the best choice.
Before all his partners had matured, catching young Pokémon to raise would cost more than it was worth.
"All right! Golurk! This is your opponent!"
A Pokémon Ball flew into the air!
Pop!
Dazzling light shone out, illuminating the dim surroundings!
"Lachi!"
A low growl sounded from within the white light. Swampert slowly emerged, arms hanging at its sides, its gaze calm as it looked at the giant opposite it.
Azure and red-gold streaks of light flowed across its body from time to time...
The already damp air grew even more humid the moment Swampert appeared, and white mist even began to form!
"Yoshao~"
Larvesta shuddered, and its dark golden markings quietly dimmed...
Sensing that the little one had reined in its light and heat, Yong held it in his arms understandingly and said with a smile,
"Don't be scared. Swampert just hasn't finished absorbing the natural power Kyogre and Groudon gave it. It'll be fine after a little more time..."
"Lachi!"
Swampert also turned back and gave a calm nod, reassuring Larvesta.
The little one finally relaxed somewhat...
It couldn't be helped. Swampert was currently level 72!
As it continued absorbing the natural power, its level had risen again in a short span of time!
So Yong planned to keep it with him for the foreseeable future. Whenever there was a chance to fight, he would send Swampert out so it could stabilize and hone its dramatically increased strength through real combat...
But... was the aura of