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Chris put down the handheld and leaned on the bed, examining the contents carefully.

The opening chapter detailed Norman's Slaking Breeder experience—an in-depth guide spanning the entire evolutionary line from Slakoth to Vigoroth, and finally to Slaking. Each stage was meticulously documented, with nearly four-fifths of the content dedicated to the Slaking line, while the remaining portion briefly covered Swellow and some odd mentions of Kangaskhan. It was evident to Chris that Norman had a deep admiration for Slaking as a Pokémon, and he suspected no one in the world had researched it as extensively as Norman.

Chris grabbed a pen and began recording key points while reading. He was determined to uncover why Norman's Slaking was so formidable.

Slakoth Stage

Norman emphasized a peculiar strategy for raising Slakoth:

Avoid training Slakoth in any moves and do not let it battle. Completely allow it to grow at its own pace without interference. The reason? According to Norman, "The stronger the Lazy Ability during the Slakoth stage, the weaker it will be in the Slaking stage."

Chris couldn't help but mutter, "Is that even possible?" while jotting it down. This counterintuitive strategy had to be the result of countless trials. Slakoth's inherent laziness made it unpopular among Trainers, especially since Exp. Share didn't exist in either reality or the anime world. With its aversion to movement, leveling up was a daunting task. However, Norman's guide claimed that once Slakoth evolved into Vigoroth, most of the challenges faded away.

Breeding Slakoth sounded almost effortless. If no training was required, all you needed to do was feed it tasty food daily. "Convenient," Chris thought with a shrug.

Vigoroth Stage

This was described as the most critical stage for the entire evolutionary line. During this period, Lazy Ability transformed into 'Energy' Ability, and Vigoroth became highly active and energetic.

Ideal for Training: This was the perfect time to teach moves and prepare it for its Slaking stage. Learn and train as many moves as possible during this stage because Slaking's lazy nature made learning new moves nearly impossible later.

Chris wholeheartedly agreed with this reasoning. Slaking, notorious for its laziness, struggled to even complete battles, let alone train new techniques. The Vigoroth stage was clearly the time to set the foundation for a powerful Slaking.

As Chris read further, he came across Norman's curated list of recommended moves. His eyes lit up when he noticed the depth of Norman's methodology—this was where Norman's true brilliance shone through.

Norman's Secret Technique

Norman had developed a strategy that combined Machamp's strength techniques with Slaking's raw power. This ingenious method involved using Machamp's power-generating skill to amplify Slaking's contact moves.

The essence of Machamp's technique lies in maximizing muscle strength to unleash a devastating force in a single instant. Norman trained Slaking to use this technique alongside contact moves, significantly enhancing their power.

Chris thought of the destructive force of Focus Punch combined with Slaking's overwhelming physical stats. "No wonder Norman's Slaking can knock down walls with a single punch," he mused.

The Power Comparison

Norman's method allowed moves like Focus Punch (Base Power: 150) to benefit from Machamp's technique, creating absurdly high damage outputs. Chris scribbled down his thoughts:

Focus Punch + Machamp's technique A hypothetical calculation: 80 (Machamp's force) + 150 (Focus Punch) = 230 base power! This combination rivaled the devastation of Self-Destruct and was second only to Explosion.

Chris chuckled to himself, realizing the actual math was likely more nuanced, but the sheer power of Norman's technique was undeniable.

Chris's fascination deepened as he continued reading about Norman's meticulous training methods. Based on the overwhelming power of Slaking, it was clear why Norman's Slaking could deliver punches even more devastating than Self-Destruct. Chris saw no flaw in that logic.

Drawbacks of the Technique

Such terrifying combinations, however, were not without their trade-offs. Norman noted that the stamina cost for these moves skyrocketed when used in tandem.

A standard Machamp move would typically consume 1 point of stamina. A move like Focus Punch required 2 points of stamina. However, the combined use of Machamp + Focus Punch could consume anywhere from 6 to 12 points, depending on the proficiency and synchronization of the two moves.

Chris nodded thoughtfully. This immense physical drain meant that Pokémon with limited stamina wouldn't even qualify to attempt this combination. However, in his eyes, this drawback was entirely acceptable.

"In the early stages, when proficiency is low, this combination can serve as a trump card," Chris thought.

"And in the later stages, as mastery improves, it could become an unstoppable force. Just like Norman's Slaking—each blow amplified by Machamp's technique."

Force Palm + Contact Moves

Chris read further and learned about the precursor to Norman's advanced method: Force Palm + Contact Moves.

Norman explained that Force Palm, a Fighting-type move, had a similar essence to Machamp's technique. Both focused on controlling and optimizing physical strength, albeit Force Palm was a simpler, more accessible starting point.

"Begin training with Force Palm," Norman suggested, "and once it's mastered, progress to Machamp's technique."

The potential of a future combination of Machamp + Contact Moves + Force Palm was nothing short of mind-boggling.

"If that combination ever becomes reality," Chris mused, "it might rival the signature moves of legendary Pokémon in power. But even Norman, the innovator, hasn't managed to achieve it yet."

This ultimate skill would remain theoretical for now, but Chris was eager to see if someone could eventually perfect it.

Insights on Vigoroth and Slaking

The guide shifted focus back to Vigoroth and Slaking, offering more insights:

Understanding Slaking's Laziness: Norman emphasized that Slaking's so-called "laziness" wasn't true idleness. Instead, it was a deliberate way of conserving energy, storing immense reserves of strength for powerful bursts. Strategic Usage: Trainers should avoid sending Slaking out for prolonged battles. Instead, deploy it strategically for short, devastating bouts.

Chris jotted down every note, though he realized the training process would require extraordinary patience. Allowing Slakoth to "live a lazy life" meant it could take an incredibly long time to evolve into Vigoroth.

Kangaskhan, Swellow, and... T-Shirt?

The final sections of Norman's guide covered Kangaskhan, Swellow, and something oddly referred to as "T-shirt."

Swellow's Unique Strategy: Norman outlined a combination involving Endure and Endeavor. Endure would allow Swellow to survive an otherwise fatal attack. Endeavor would then reduce the opposing Pokémon's HP to match Swellow's own low HP. This strategy effectively allowed Swellow to sacrifice itself to significantly weaken an opponent, setting the stage for another Pokémon to finish the battle.

Chris was impressed. "It's a bold play," he thought, "but it ensures Swellow can take down much stronger opponents."

As for the mysterious T-shirt, it appeared to be tied to a training method for Endure, though the specifics weren't entirely clear. Chris shrugged it off, focusing instead on the practical applications he could use.

Norman's Breeder experience was a treasure trove of insight. While Chris wasn't ready to dive deeply into every strategy just yet, he was certain of one thing—Norman's methods were groundbreaking.

"If I can teach my own Pokémon even a fraction of these techniques," Chris thought, "their power will skyrocket."

With that, he closed the guide, inspired and eager to start experimenting.