Viridian City came into view after another few hours of walking and scanning. The cobblestone streets, colorful buildings, and gentle buzz of civilization made it feel like I was stepping into a familiar save file.
But there was a difference this time: I wasn't alone. And I wasn't just a Trainer I was a crafter.
New Location Unlocked: Viridian City
Points of Interest: Poké Mart, Pokémon Center, Craft Station Detected
The last one caught my eye.
"Craft Station?"
The system pulsed. A small toolbench icon blinked on the mini-map overlay.
[CobbleForge Detected]
CobbleForge: Portable Gear Enhancement Terminal – System Compatible.
I rushed over. Tucked into the side alley near the Poké Mart, the "Craft Station" looked like a glorified vending machine, but my interface confirmed it was synced.
Upload Base MaterialsScan Registered Components: Sharp Fang, Metal Shard, Leather ScrapSuggested Gear Blueprint Available: Basic Trainer Gloves [+1 Precision, +2 Capture Rate]
Jackpot.
I slammed the materials into the tray and tapped "Craft." The machine whirred, and a pair of fingerless gloves slid out textured, real, with just a faint shimmer of blocky glow only I could see.
I put them on.
New Gear Equipped: Trainer GlovesBuffs Applied: +2% Poké Ball Accuracy, +5% Crafting Speed
"Let's goooo."
I turned to the Poké Mart, determined to grab extra supplies.
Inside, the clerk greeted me warmly.
"New in town? You've got that look. Here first-time Trainer bonus." He handed over five free Poké Balls and a potion. I pretended to be surprised, even though the system had already logged it.
[System Tip: Explore Back Alleys and Talk to Locals for Rare Materials and Recipes]
Back outside, Charmander chirped and pointed at something a flyer on a board.
WANTED: Trainers to Scout Route 22 for Aggressive Pokémon. Compensation Provided.
Looks like I had my next target.
But first…
Crafting Objective Complete
System Level Up! Crafting Tier Unlocked: Intermediate
New Blueprints Available: Type-Based Accessories, Enhanced Potions
The deeper I went, the more it felt like I was being pulled forward not just to become a Pokémon Champion, but something more.
Something blocky.
Something legendary.