Future Pokémon Master

After crossing Evergreen Forest, Ethan and Riolu arrived at Pewter City. Ethan had already returned Ralts to its Poké Ball—it couldn't be helped. The shiny Ralts attracted too much attention and caused quite a stir along the way. Every player he encountered asked, "Where can I catch a shiny Pokémon?" Annoyed by the constant questions, Ethan decided to keep Ralts in its Poké Ball for now.

Pewter City—a stone city extending to the foot of a massive rocky mountain. Its rugged architectural style matched its nickname, "Stone City." After stepping into Pewter City, Ethan's first stop was the Pokémon Center to ensure both Riolu and Ralts were in peak condition. Then, he planned to head to Pewter Gym to inquire about the details of the League Challenge.

When Ethan and Riolu entered the Pokémon Center, Nurse Joy and Jigglypuff were busy running around. The center was packed with players, and Ethan was puzzled. When he was in Viridian City, he hardly saw any players—just NPCs.

"Excuse me, are you also a player? Why are there so many players here in Pewter City's Pokémon Center?"

Ethan grabbed a chubby boy dressed in casual sportswear and asked. The boy glanced at Ethan, then at Riolu by his side. After a moment of thought, he asked back.

"Are you the player who got caught by Mewtwo in the dungeon? You have a Riolu with you, so it must be you, right?"

The series of questions left Ethan speechless. He hadn't expected his struggles in the dungeon to make him the focus of players' attention! But it didn't bother him—he had nothing to hide. Losing to Mewtwo wasn't something to be ashamed of, especially since many players failed to defeat it. So, Ethan admitted that he was the player defeated by Mewtwo.

"It's you! My name is Leo—nice to meet you! But I'm surprised to see you here in Pewter City. Have you not started the League Challenge yet?"

"My name's Ethan! Why would it be strange for me to be here? What does that have to do with the League Challenge?"

Ethan had no idea how Leo was so sure he hadn't begun the League Challenge. In Pokémon World, players could choose different career paths—Pokémon Master, Coordinator, Breeder, or even a villain like Team Rocket. Why was he being linked to the League Challenge just for being in Pewter City?

"You don't know? Currently, this version of the game only includes four regions: Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh. Based on the first Pokémon you choose—one of the three starter Pokémon from each region—you'll start in the corresponding region. Since you have a Riolu, I assumed you were a Sinnoh player. But here you are in Kanto! And Pewter City is the starting point for the Kanto League Challenge. If you're carrying a League Recommendation Letter from Professor Oak, this is where you'd start the League Challenge. That's why so many players are in the Pokémon Center—they're preparing for the gym battle!"

Ethan finally understood. The Pokémon Center was bustling because it was the starting point for the League Challenge. Since he also wanted to take on the League, it seemed this was where he'd begin as well.

"You haven't started the League Challenge yet, which means you don't know the rules!"

"There are rules for the League Challenge? The recommendation letter just said to collect eight gym badges within six months and reach the Indigo Plateau. Are there more requirements?"

"When you take the recommendation letter to challenge Pewter Gym, the Gym Council will explain it to you! The League Challenge has two modes.

"The first mode is straightforward—just like in traditional Pokémon games. Collect eight gym badges from one region, participate in the League Tournament, and compete for a spot in the top four. Players in the top four can then enter the Elite Four Challenge to battle for an Elite Four position. After becoming an Elite Four member, you can challenge the reigning League Champion! However, because this mode is so similar to past Pokémon games, most players skip it.

"The second mode is much more exciting! Instead of just eight gyms in one region, this mode requires you to challenge eight designated gyms across all four regions. Players can choose from 100 'Kings'—Elite Four-level trainers scattered across the regions. After selecting a King to challenge, you'll need to collect their designated gym badges and then defeat the King themselves to take their position. From there, you can challenge the Alliance Champion and, eventually, the champions of the other two Alliances to claim the title of Strongest in the Alliance! This title is the pinnacle of achievement for any player."

Ethan finally understood why so many players preferred the second League Challenge mode. Traveling through four regions made the game much more immersive, and the title "Strongest in the Alliance" was the ultimate goal for many. For Ethan, someone striving for absolute strength, this title was the perfect proof of his abilities.

However, a concern crossed his mind. The recommendation letter mentioned that the League Tournament would be held in six months. Would six months be enough time to travel across four regions?

"You don't have to worry about that! The six-month deadline only applies to the first League Challenge mode. The second mode has no time limit. As long as you collect the required gym badges, you can start the Elite Four Tournament whenever you're ready!"

Leo's explanation helped Ethan make up his mind. He would choose the second League Challenge mode. Traveling across four regions, challenging powerful trainers, defeating a King, and earning the title of Champion—it was the perfect path for him.

"I knew you'd choose the second League Challenge mode! But let me warn you: in this mode, gym battles are full-scale six-on-six matches. Whether or not you have six Pokémon, the gym leaders will use their six strongest Pokémon!"

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