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"Is this… Froakie?"
Misty looked at this light blue Pokémon with curiosity.
Its overall shape resembled a frog, with large yellow eyes and white foam on its snout, back, and neck.
Misty, who loved Water-type Pokémon, immediately recognized this Pokémon as the Water-type Froakie.
"Froakie?" Ash looked at this seemingly small and cute Froakie with great interest and picked up his Pokedex.
'Beep~ Froakie, Water-type, Bubble Frog Pokémon.
It emits bubbles from its chest and back, using these elastic bubbles to deflect attacks and reduce damage.'
"Froakie, isn't that the Water-type Pokémon given to new Trainers in Kalos?"
Brock recalled.
"That's right, I think it's very suitable for you, Ash. Its final evolution is Greninja, a Water/Dark-type Pokémon," Mammon said with a smile.
"I quite like it, and it can even spit bubbles?"
Ash bent down slightly and poked the foam on Froakie's back with his finger; it was very elastic.
The first time he saw this Froakie, he immediately felt a strong liking for it.
The concept of 'eye-edge' (affinity at first sight) is inherently indescribable. Some people just instantly fall in love with a certain Pokémon, even if that Pokémon's appearance is not considered beautiful by the general public.
But that's what affinity is.
Feeling Ash's action, Froakie tilted its head slightly, its eyes fixed on Mammon.
"Yes, it's best if you like it. And Ash, there's a very interesting piece of information I need to tell you," Mammon looked at Froakie.
"In the Kalos region, there's a village called Ninja Village. It's said that in the history of this Ninja Village, a heroic Greninja once saved the village, and since then, a legend of heroes has been passed down in this village," Mammon slowly narrated.
"Wow amazing!" Ash was very interested.
"When your bond with a Pokémon is strong enough, perhaps your Greninja can also become your 'hero', Ash. If you are willing to accept this Froakie, I hope you will treat it well."
Mammon pondered for a moment, still not deliberately telling Ash about Greninja's Bond Phenomenon form.
The Bond Phenomenon is the special bond between Ash and his Greninja in the anime.
After Bond Transformation, Greninja can 'evolve' into Ash-Greninja.
And this form of Greninja was also officially incorporated into the game, with its base stats increasing by 110 points, which is 10 points more than Mega Evolution.
Normally, there is no legitimate way to obtain Ash-Greninja in the game, because to transform, only a Greninja with the 'Battle Bond' ability can do it.
Under normal circumstances, Greninja only has the abilities Torrent and Protean.
Greninja with the Battle Bond ability was only given through the story in the "Sun/Moon Special Demo Version."
And in this world, can this Froakie, when it finally evolves into Greninja, form a strong Bond Phenomenon with Ash and transform?
Mammon felt that if it was Ash, it was possible.
After all, when it comes to loving Pokémon and believing in Pokémon, Ash, who is inherently the easiest to form bonds with Pokémon, has a natural advantage.
"Please rest assured and entrust it to me! I will definitely train it well!"
Ash was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, then broke into a wide smile, assuring Mammon with a firm tone.
He had actually heard some special meaning in Mammon's words, but Ash didn't understand what it was. Was this Froakie very special?
But no matter what, even if Mammon didn't say it, as long as he was willing to accept this Froakie, Ash would treat it with all his heart.
Because he truly loved all Pokémon, let alone the Pokémon he caught himself.
"That's good. I look forward to the day you bring it to shine brightly," Mammon nodded with a smile. Yes, he was indeed looking forward to seeing Ash battle opponents with Ash-Greninja.
But speaking of which…
Mammon suddenly thought of something: Mega Evolution, Z-Moves, Dynamax, and Terastallization – everyone has four enhancement methods.
But Ash can also use the Bond Transformation with Greninja. Isn't that five systems against other people's four systems?
Well, it's very reasonable, after all, Ash in the anime always uses more systems against fewer systems.
Moreover, the anime has already clearly stated the drawbacks of the Bond Transformation: if the Bond Transformation Greninja is injured, Ash will also bear a portion of the pain.
The Bond Transformation also consumes a lot of Ash's own stamina.
Compared to the Bond Transformation, other enhancement methods do not have such serious drawbacks.
After handing Froakie to Ash, Mammon took Caitlin and Platinum back to the hotel.
"Froakie, it's very cute, but it seems a bit clumsy," Ash picked up Froakie, liking it more and more, and couldn't help but smile.
"It does look a bit clumsy and cute, but since it's from Mammon, there's no need to worry about its talent and aptitude," Brock said with a smile.
"That's right, Mammon wouldn't give you a flawed Pokémon, and Ash, Mammon is really good to you."
Misty also agreed, and as she spoke, she felt very envious of Ash.
Honestly, she felt that Mammon was truly too good to Ash.
Not only did he give him an Ultra Beast, but knowing that Ash's Squirtle was currently Ash's 'flaw,' he immediately gave him a Froakie that could be trained as a Water-type ace.
This was undoubtedly a Pokémon specifically sought out to help Ash.
What kind of divine boss is this?!
Truly too thoughtful!
"Haha~" Ash scratched his head, a little embarrassed.
"I misunderstood Mammon before, but it's okay, I will help Mammon from now on!"
Ash said this with determination. That's right, in his eyes, his impression of Mammon had completely reversed!
As long as Mammon doesn't do anything bad from now on, no one can change his mind, Ash said it!
Mammon is a good person!
On the other side.
"You've put a lot of thought into Ash, Mammon."
In the hotel suite, Caitlin tilted her head and said to Mammon.
Platinum also didn't rush into her own room, but sat aside, holding a cup of Moomoo Milk, curiously watching the two.
Hmm, this was a habit she learned from Caitlin.
It was said that drinking milk was good for health and development.
"Ash has that potential, and his network of connections is not ordinary," Mammon poured himself a glass of juice, and after taking a sip, the corners of his mouth curved upwards.
"Oh?"
Caitlin was curious. If it was just about potential, Rosa and Hilda also had extremely high potential.
However, it was clear that Mammon hadn't invested so much thought into them yet.
"Ash comes from Pallet Town, Caitlin. Pallet Town is not a simple place," Mammon leaned back comfortably on the sofa and glanced at the sofa on the other side.
Tapu Fini, Jirachi, and Victini, the three 'old seniors,' were currently curiously examining the newcomer Marshadow.
Marshadow had tried its best to shrink its body inwards. Hmm, it felt like its body was about to melt.
So much pressure!
"Pallet Town, isn't that the town where Professor Oak currently lives?" Platinum remembered.
Because she had worked as an assistant at Professor Rowan's research lab, she had heard Professor Rowan mention this point.
"That's right, Ash and Professor Oak have a deep relationship; Ash is like a child Professor Oak watched grow up, and Ash's mother also has a very good relationship with Professor Oak."
"Of course, this point isn't actually that important. The main reason is Ash's brother," Mammon nodded.
"Oh?" Caitlin understood that the key point was coming.
"This generation of Pallet Town is actually very exaggerated. Ash and his twin brother Red are both incredibly talented Trainers, especially Red. I once met him in Celadon City."
"That guy is the most outstanding Trainer in terms of battle talent I've ever seen. There are only a few people in the whole world who can compare to him," Mammon clicked his tongue in wonder.
Upon hearing this, Caitlin and Platinum were both quite surprised. They didn't think Mammon would joke about something like this.
So that meant Red was really that exaggerated!
"What kind of mother is this? Both twins born are so talented?" Platinum adorablely clicked her tongue.
This could truly be described as one family, two prodigies.
"Not only that, as far as I know, besides Red and Ash, Professor Oak's eldest grandson Green is also a monster. His talent for raising Pokémon is extremely outstanding, and his battle strength is also very strong. He is a formidable rival to Red, difficult to distinguish who is stronger," Mammon lightly moved his right palm, speaking with interest.
The only regret was that, as of now, he hadn't met Green yet.
The true first Champion, Green, was undoubtedly also a 'monster.'
As Red's childhood rival, Green's Trainer talent needs no further explanation. Even before the final Champion battle,
He and Red had many battles during their travels, and they were always evenly matched, with both having victories and losses. One could even say Green slightly suppressed Red.
However, in the most important Champion battle, Red defeated Green, taking the Champion throne he had just sat on, and it was a hard-fought victory.
Yet, after this Champion battle, perhaps because the defeat was too deeply ingrained, the proud and arrogant Green reined in his arrogance and became the Viridian Gym Leader. One could say his spirit was broken by Red.
Red, who became the Kanto Champion, continued to grow in strength, eventually entering Mt. Silver in search of a worthy opponent, becoming a legend of Mt. Silver.
And while Green was also called a 'battle legend,' his strength clearly didn't keep up with Red's later on.
"Huh?"
Platinum tilted her head, quite astonished.
No, three 'monsters'? And from the same generation, the same town?
"It's incredible, isn't it? Yet this era is just that grand and turbulent," Mammon couldn't help but sigh. Originally, 'monsters' that appeared once every few decades were now popping up one after another in this era.
In reality, what Mammon didn't say was that besides the three, Red, there was also Leaf in Pallet Town.
Although Leaf's Trainer talent was not as outstanding as the three of them, it was definitely at a 'monster' level.
In other words, Pallet Town produced four 'monsters' at once!
Damn, this is the Kanto region!!
"There will definitely be a World Tournament in the future, Caitlin, Xiao Guang, you must not slack off. Let others see the strength of our Team Rockets," Mammon's lips curved upwards, and he spoke leisurely to the two women, crossing his legs.
A World Tournament to determine the strongest Trainer in the world. Mammon believed the League would definitely hold one in the future.
Hmm, the Elite Eight?
He would simply let the Team Rockets dream team dominate the rankings!