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The Three Dragons of the Way (Tao Trio) refers to the legendary Pokémon Zekrom, Reshiram, and Kyurem of the Unova region.
As for why they are called that?
"Legend has it that two thousand five hundred years ago, the Unova region was founded by a pair of twins and a divine dragon. The elder twin pursued truth, while the younger twin pursued ideals."
"Due to conflicting goals, the ideological differences between the brothers grew more and more severe, eventually escalating into war."
Inside Dragonspiral Tower, Ryuga and the two girls had already arrived.
Looking at the ancient, crumbling interior and the broken stone pillars, Ryuga walked ahead, recounting the Unova legend he knew.
"What happened then?"
Marnie and Blue also knew a little, as this was history passed down in the Unova region since ancient times.
But to say they truly understood much was not the case at all.
"The divine dragon, due to the twins' ideologies, split into the Dragon of Ideals, Zekrom, and the Dragon of Truth, Reshiram. This war lasted for a very long time, with neither side able to gain the upper hand."
"Neither the Black Dragon Zekrom nor Reshiram could defeat the other, and both exhausted their strength. The twin brothers finally realized their mistakes, ended the war, and peace returned."
Ryuga recounted in a low voice, this was the history of the Unova region.
"Then why did Zekrom and Reshiram end up here?" Marnie tilted her head, confused.
"Because the war didn't truly end. After the twin brothers passed away, the ideological differences were inherited by their sons who succeeded them, reigniting the flames of war."
"The enraged Zekrom and Reshiram scorched the Unova region with fire and lightning. Finally, both dragons were severely wounded and turned into stone to slumber and recover."
Ryuga chuckled.
Human conflicts arise from various sources, but ideological differences will always be an indelible theme.
The same goes for truth and ideals.
These opposing forces are almost irreconcilable unless one is willing to abandon their own beliefs.
"But I remember, Unova has a third dragon, right?"
After thinking for a moment, Marnie spoke.
The legend circulating in the Unova region, besides the Black Dragon Zekrom and Reshiram, also mentioned another dragon!
"That's right, the Black Dragon Zekrom represents ideals, and White Dragon Reshiram represents truth, but above them is the strongest Ice Dragon Kyurem!"
Ryuga's eyes flickered slightly.
These were the Three Dragons of the Way of the Unova region!
Truth, ideals, and the Strongest!
In reality, compared to the Black Dragon Zekrom and Reshiram, Ryuga was definitely more enthusiastic about the Ice Dragon Kyurem!
Kyurem is hailed as the strongest dragon, its strength definitely surpasses the Black Dragon Zekrom and Reshiram, and it can even fuse their powers for its own use.
Of course, the title of Strongest Dragon isn't truly accurate…
Mega Rayquaza, Zygarde's Core Enforcer Form, Ultra Necrozma, Eternamax Eternatus, and so on.
Not to mention Mega Rayquaza and Zygarde, as for Ultra Necrozma and Eternamax Eternatus, it's basically impossible for Kyurem to defeat them…
But this wasn't a boastful title Kyurem gave itself.
In Ryuga's previous life, before Kyurem appeared, the only dragons that could contend with Kyurem were Rayquaza and the Sinnoh Creation Trio.
But at that time, there was no Mega form.
How could Rayquaza possibly compare to the Ice Dragon Kyurem with its dual typing?
Rayquaza without Mega Evolution was quadruple weak to Ice!
As for the Sinnoh Creation Trio, it would be extremely difficult to defeat Kyurem in its White Kyurem or Black Kyurem forms.
But each generation brings a new top-tier Pokémon.
Later, when Rayquaza got its Mega form, Kyurem's title of Strongest Dragon became precarious.
Not to mention the Sun and Moon versions introduced Ultra Necrozma, defined as 'surpassing all previous legends'… and then came Eternamax Eternatus with a base stat total over a thousand.
Our Ice Dragon is having a tough time.
Of course, that being said, Kyurem's strength is definitely among the top-ranked of the top-tier legends.
"If I can't get Reshiram's approval, I'll try again."
Ryuga mused, the Ice Dragon's power is very strong.
Ryuga was naturally very enthusiastic about the Ice Dragon Kyurem, but its personality was extremely volatile.
And if Ryuga remembered correctly, although in the games Kyurem needed the DNA Splicers to change forms.
In the two movies featuring Kyurem, it didn't need any DNA Splicers at all.
Changing forms was as easy as eating and drinking, switching between the two modes with great delight.
Ryuga couldn't be sure what the Ice Dragon Kyurem in this world was like.
To be safe, he decided to try his luck at Dragonspiral Tower first.
After all, Eternatus hadn't recovered to its peak yet.
What if that Kyurem could freely transform and, with its bad temper, wanted to teach Ryuga a lesson for trying to capture it?
If it really came to a fight, Ryuga honestly wasn't confident he could defeat Kyurem.
Hmm, pick the soft persimmon to squeeze.
Reshiram is not bad.
Even if it doesn't approve of him, there won't be any problems at all.
"Ryuga, do you know where the Ice Dragon Kyurem is?"
Marnie curiously asked Ryuga.
In her impression, Ryuga knew too much about the legends of various regions.
It seemed there was nothing he didn't know.
"If there are no surprises, I know its location. However, the Ice Dragon Kyurem is very dangerous, so if you really want to find it, you'll need to be prepared."
Ryuga nodded, then added.
Among all legends, Kyurem's temper is considered to be quite volatile.
There are even rumors that Kyurem devours humans and Pokémon.
Of course, Ryuga didn't believe this rumor, but he did believe that Kyurem had a bad temper.
Because from the movies where Kyurem appeared, it was clear that Kyurem was not to be messed with.
We didn't fly. We just accidentally sprayed fire on it, and as a result, Kyurem unreasonably 'accidentally' froze the entire non-flying object.
This was clearly revenge!
As they talked, Ryuga, Marnie, and Blue arrived at the top of Dragonspiral Tower.
But to Blue and Marnie's surprise, a girl had already appeared there!
A graceful figure, long brown hair, wearing a red and white hat, a white sleeveless top, and a black sleeveless jacket over it.
Below, she wore navy blue hot pants, revealing long, fair, and slender legs.
Ryuga's eyes flickered slightly.
This outfit couldn't be wrong, it was Hilda, the female protagonist of Black and White!
"Oh? Someone else came too."
Hilda also heard footsteps, turned around, and looked at Ryuga and the two girls curiously, full of youthful vitality.
Blue and Marnie's eyebrows furrowed slightly.
The outside was guarded by Team Plasma members.
How did this girl get up here?
"I happened to hear about Dragonspiral Tower and came up to take a look. Miss, did you come alone?"
Ryuga revealed a gentle smile and asked Hilda.
Hilda didn't look very old, probably only sixteen or seventeen, and appearing in Dragonspiral Tower…
She was stealing his business!
Ryuga instantly realized this.
(A/N: No, you're stealing her's 😭)
Now that the ideal Black Dragon Zekrom had been awakened and taken away by N, the fated encounter between truth and ideals had already begun!
Reshiram would also inevitably choose its Truthful Hero to emerge and battle the Black Dragon Zekrom.
In the game, if the female protagonist Hilda was chosen, then Hilda would be N's fated rival.
"Ah~ yes, because of some special reasons."
Hilda blinked her clear eyes.
She had a good impression of this young man who seemed gentle.
Of course, the main reason was Ryuga's handsome face.
Looks~
While not the most important thing, it's undeniable that a person's outstanding temperament and appearance can easily give others a good first impression.
And coincidentally, Ryuga's face was very handsome, and his temperament was also outstanding.
"Oh, by the way, when you came up, were you stopped by anyone?"
Then, as if remembering something, Hilda asked Ryuga and the two girls.
"There were indeed a few strangely dressed people who tried to attack us, but we defeated them."
Ryuga didn't think much of it and replied casually.
"Hmph! Those Team Plasma villains, I really shouldn't have shown them mercy just now."
Hilda's pretty face showed annoyance upon hearing this.
When she came earlier, she was stopped by those people.
Then Hilda gave them a good lesson on what 'benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom, and trustworthiness' meant, and finally, seeing them admit their mistakes, she let them go.
She didn't expect them to still be blocking the entrance to Dragonspiral Tower.
"No matter the region, there are always such overbearing people. Miss, you don't need to take it to heart."
"It's a kind of fate to meet in the wild. I'm Ryuga, and these are my companions Marnie and Blue."
Ryuga extended his hand to Hilda with a smile, making a simple self-introduction.
"Um… I'm Hilda from Nuvema Town. Nice to meet you all."
Hilda stared at the hand extended before her, stunned.
Then she quickly wiped her hand on her clothes, took Ryuga's hand, and replied with a slight shyness.
She had just thoroughly explored Dragonspiral Tower and touched some stone pillars, so her hands were a bit dirty.
She felt it was very impolite.
"Don't be shy, Miss Hilda is truly cute."
Seeing the girl's embarrassment, Ryuga chuckled lightly.
Indeed, the protagonists in the original work were all pure-hearted and innocent children.
Upon hearing this, Hilda's face flushed, and she didn't even dare to look up at Ryuga, her gaze somewhat unfocused.
Blue clicked her tongue upon seeing this, thinking about him flirting.
She glanced at Marnie, but found Marnie still had an expressionless face, even her eyes were calm.
Goodness, your man is flirting?
Is that all the reaction you have?
Blue was startled.
Was Marnie too calm?
But Marnie really didn't care much.
After all, she considered herself to understand Ryuga well.
Although he sometimes got handsy, Ryuga was definitely not a man who couldn't walk straight when he saw a beautiful woman.
Marnie didn't take a verbal compliment like 'cute' to a girl seriously at all.
"By the way, Miss Hilda, what was that 'special reason' you mentioned for coming here?"
Ryuga's eyes flickered slightly, asking as if inadvertently.
"Huh? Ryuga, you don't have to be so formal. Just call me Hilda."
Hilda snapped back to reality upon hearing this, patted her face, composed herself, and said with a pure smile to Ryuga.
Her personality was naturally cheerful and generous.
Itwas just that very few people praised her so directly to her face, especially someone she had just met, which made her a little shy.
Now that she had calmed down, she naturally returned to her usual demeanor.
"Then Hilda can just call me Ryuga."
"Okay~ It's like this, recently…"
Hilda's smile was bright and charming as she agreed, but then she hesitated.
"For the past few days, a voice has been appearing in my mind, almost every day."
"I answer it, but it doesn't respond to me. Then I've been traveling in a daze these past few days, and I don't know how I ended up here."
Hilda's bright eyes held a hint of confusion.
That's right, she actually didn't even know why she came here.
She just traveled in a daze and then appeared at Dragonspiral Tower.
"Guided by subconscious? It's Reshiram indeed…"
Ryuga's eyes narrowed imperceptibly.
Clearly, Reshiram was guiding Hilda.
Hilda was chosen after all.
Ryuga felt a little regretful.
He could, of course, drive Hilda away and then search for Reshiram himself.
But for high-level legendaries like Reshiram, it's never just the Trainer choosing them.
It's more about whether they will acknowledge the Trainer.
"Hilda, do you know the legend of Dragonspiral Tower?"
Ryuga composed himself and smiled at Hilda.
Although it was highly likely that Reshiram was out of the picture, the problem wasn't too big.
What's Reshiram?
Isn't the Strongest Ice Dragon Kyurem more appealing?
Once he left Dragonspiral Tower, he would go find the Ice Dragon Kyurem!
Ryuga set his next goal in his heart. Reshiram?
Does he care?
"I know, it's said that the legendary dragon god slumbers here, but that's just a legend, right? Ryuga?"
Hilda blinked, frowning as she spoke.
As a local, she had naturally heard a thing or two about the legend of Dragonspiral Tower.
But hadn't it already been confirmed to be just a rumor?
But as she spoke, Hilda looked at Ryuga's strange expression and gently called out twice.
Ryuga seemed to be spacing out?
And Ryuga was indeed spacing out at the moment, which caused his expression not to revert.
"Hilda?"
"Ah? I'm here."
"What did that voice tell you?"
"Let me think." Hilda recalled, her small face furrowed.
"The voice was a bit blurry, so I couldn't hear it very clearly, but it seemed to be asking me about something 'Truth'."
Because the voice was very blurry, and most of the time it sounded when she was resting at night, she really couldn't remember it clearly.
Upon hearing this, Ryuga's expression became even stranger.
Because he had also just heard a faint, gender-neutral voice...
"Truth… What is your Truth?"
And it was at this moment that the ethereal, melodious, and hollow words once again echoed in Ryuga's mind, even clearer this time.
Ryuga was almost certain now.
This kind of question, asking people about their Truth, was definitely Reshiram.
Goodness, is this Reshiram?
It chose Hilda and now it's interested in him too?
Casting a wide net? What a player!
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