Pokémon Farming Story

In the anime, the process of making Pokéblocks is very simple: just throw the Pokéblock into the machine and press the button, then relax and wait.

However, in reality, making Pokéblocks is an incredibly complex task that requires meticulous patience.

Even the simplest Pokéblock must go through processes like washing the Berries, juicing them, settling, purifying by removing impurities, and blending in proportions.

Some Berries even require multiple rounds of processing to achieve satisfactory results.

This is just the basic process of making Pokéblocks.

In Natsume's mind, the creation of certain Pokéblocks had reached an almost mystical level.

A variety of random materials are used, some of which can only be made by a Psychic.

Therefore, Pokéblocks in reality can be a significant expense for Trainers.

If you don't want to become a powerful Trainer and merely see your Pokémon as family, everyday meals are sufficient.

But if you want to grow stronger...

"Excuse me, sir. Would you like to purchase this Ground Type Pokéblock for 799 yen per bag, or this one for 1288 yen per bag?"

Or perhaps you're interested in a series of Pokéblocks tailored for a specific Pokémon?

Custom orders are also available, but they may require a little extra payment~

With just a little more money, you can become stronger. What are you hesitating for?

Due to the complicated process of making Pokéblocks, and the way most breeders pass down their craft—starting with menial tasks, learning, and always holding back a few secrets during the teaching process—the prices for Pokéblocks have always been quite high.

While it's not at a level only rich kids can afford, it remains a substantial expense.

"Alright, let's set it down here."

After placing the delivery box on the floor, Natsume got up to stretch his shoulders.

He had cleared out the bedroom on the first floor to set up a small workspace for making Pokéblocks.

Of course, Natsume had no intention of using this room as a long-term workspace.

Considering efficiency, he would definitely need to change it later.

For big manufacturers, ordinary Pokéblocks have already been produced on assembly lines.

While Natsume doesn't plan to replicate that, a larger room will surely be necessary to meet the needs of the Pokémon on the farm.

"Li."

"Ulee."

Sitting cross-legged on the floor, Natsume began to take out the items from the box one by one.

Beside him, Furret and Butterfree helped organize the items.

Aside from a few Berries, there were some strange devices and a couple of small bags.

Furret swayed its large tail, its ears twitching occasionally.

It was trying hard to understand the purpose of these things.

Berries can be eaten, but what are those items for?

Are they utensils?

Furret expressed confusion.

Once all the items were out, Natsume casually pushed the box aside.

Seeing this, Butterfree used Confusion to float the empty box into the adjacent storage room.

At the same time, it assisted Natsume in sorting the Berries and devices neatly.

"Alright, it's time to start making Pokéblocks."

"Are you ready, Butterfree?"

Looking at the clean and tidy workspace, Natsume nodded in satisfaction.

While it would surely get messy later, a neat environment always makes one feel good.

"Ulee."

Nodding, Butterfree indicated that it was ready.

Previously, when Natsume made Pokéblocks, Butterfree helped him with the preparation.

Just as Natsume was about to say something, he noticed Furret looking at him eagerly from the side.

Newcomers like Furret instinctively hope to be given something to do, rather than just sitting there awkwardly alone.

After a moment of thought, Natsume said to Furret:

"Furret, could you please go notify Buneary and ask it to bring over the Berries I prepared earlier?"

"And then go over to the fields to inform Sandshrew to come back, just tell it that the seeds have arrived."

"Li!!"

Upon receiving the instructions, Furret's eyes brightened, its ears perked up like antennas receiving a signal.

It called out to Natsume to acknowledge it and hurriedly ran outside.

This is Natsume's first task for me, and I have to do well!

Watching Furret leave, Natsume smiled and began preparing to make Pokéblocks.

First, he washed the Berries thoroughly, cut them into pieces, and removed the pits.

He juiced them and filtered out the remaining pulp.

Then, he set that aside to settle while he handled the other materials.

The small room was filled with the sounds of busy activity.

Meanwhile, after notifying Buneary, Furret dashed across the fields to find Sandshrew.

In order to complete Natsume's task quickly, it even used Quick Attack.

Zigzagoon, rummaging through the grass by the roadside, felt like it heard something.

Looking up, it saw a pink and white "shooting star" zooming past it at ground level.

A strong gust of wind swept the bewildered Zigzagoon into the air.

In that moment, one thought flashed through Zigzagoon's mind.

Mom, I can fly now!!

But unfortunately, it was just a fantasy.

With a loud "thud," Zigzagoon crashed onto the ground.

Flipping over, Zigzagoon stared blankly at the sky.

What just happened?

After a few seconds, Zigzagoon suddenly sprang back onto its feet.

Damn it, it's definitely those Poochyena causing trouble again!

Wait for me; I'm going back to get help!

With a loud yelp, Zigzagoon ran toward home, ready to call its friends to swarm those pesky dogs.

Don't ask whether they'll win; the spirit of the boys can't lose!

If they can't win today, they'll keep trying tomorrow! Always stay in battle mode!

Five against three, the advantage is mine!

On the edge of the farm, Sandshrew looked somewhat troubled at the plot of land before it.

While it was nice to have land to dig up, isn't this meant for fields?

Shouldn't they at least plant something?

The internet always says there's no land that can't be cultivated, only cows that can't keep up.

But Sandshrew felt that if this continued, it might dig up the land too much.

Just as Sandshrew was wondering what to do, a pink figure rushed over from the distance.

The voice arrived before the figure.

"Li Li."

Natsume said the seeds had arrived, so it was time to head back!

Upon hearing this, Sandshrew's eyes lit up from its previous worries.

In one spot, it curled into a Defense Curl and then used Rollout.

Genshin Impact initiation (just kidding)

Like a rapidly spinning wheel, after a brief moment of charge, it shot forward.

Furret, who had to work hard to come to a sudden stop, watched Sandshrew rush past and looked a bit confused.

"Li?"

Forget it, I'll just go back and find Natsume.

Shaking its head, Furret quickly followed Sandshrew toward home.

In the workshop, Natsume had finished making the first batch of Pokéblock in the farm.

A hot, steamy aroma of berries wafted throughout the entire house.

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