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Chapter 339 - Chapter 160: Team Medic

Strictly speaking.

The small hillside area where Natsuhiko is currently located belongs to his territory.

In this forest, there's no distinction between humans and Pokémon; the strong become the lord, occupying a territory and its corresponding resources.

This originally belonged to Tyrantrum's territory, but now that Natsuhiko has defeated and subdued Tyrantrum, it naturally becomes his territory.

However, though Tyrantrum is not weak, having only a single Pokémon didn't allow it to possess a large territory.

Too large to manage effectively.

And the most valuable thing in Tyrantrum's territory is the small hill above the cave where they currently reside, with about a dozen fruit trees growing on it, bearing many Tree Fruits, some ripe, others still growing.

Whenever Tyrantrum was in a good mood, it would climb the hill to eat some Tree Fruits as a little snack for adjusting its taste.

But it would never eat more than two or three at a time, not daring to eat more.

Because the growth of Tree Fruits also requires cycles.

Besides these Tree Fruits, there was only a herd of ordinary wild goats living around the small hill, residing in this area due to needing water from the stream.

It could be considered a not-too-big, not-too-small "hunting ground" for Tyrantrum.

For wild Pokémon like Tyrantrum, Tree Fruits and a stable food source are the most valuable treasures of the territory.

It's much the same for other Pokémon, too.

According to Yanmega, there is a forest of Tree Fruits in the center of their territory as well, but because their population is large, they occasionally only manage to eat a few Tree Fruits.

As for food, their territory is relatively large, with abundant resources and home to many wild animals and Pokémon; they can hunt as they like when hungry.

In summary.

Tree Fruits are seen as the greatest wealth by these wild Pokémon.

With this information in hand and considering the day's collected intelligence, Natsuhiko has decided on the next course of action.

Firstly.

In the face of uncertainty of how long to stay here, ensuring food security for both Pokémon and himself always takes priority. Regular food isn't a concern; given the forest's abundance, there should be plenty of wild animals, so after each hunt, he can save some like today for dried food storage.

The key is the Pokémon's food, which is the Energy Block.

He brought quite a few Energy Blocks, enough to maintain normal consumption for a month.

But what if it lasts more than a month?

Especially with a Gourmet King like Snorlax.

Snorlax has grown picky with food; regular food no longer appeals to it, barely caring for roasted meat.

But roasted meat alone provides insufficient energy for it.

If only given roasted meat, Natsuhiko would spend an entire night grilling for it.

Therefore, the Energy Block issue must be addressed immediately, with preparation done in advance.

Fortunately, Xia Ta has always carried the full set of Energy Block-making tools, so he just needs enough and the right kinds of Tree Fruits.

The Tree Fruits within each Pokémon race territory become his primary target.

But dealing with these wild Pokémon is not easy, and taking Tree Fruits from their mouths will inevitably involve battles.

This is within Natsuhiko's range of considerations.

So many powerful wild Pokémon are the best sparring partners for Beedrill and others, aren't they?

Outside, you won't always run into such powerful wild Pokémon whenever you want; even encountering a Senior Level Pokémon in an average forest is challenging, unless venturing into extremely dangerous places like deep within Changpan Forest or the Silver Mountain Range.

Seizing this opportunity can certainly enhance the Pokémon's strength.

Honedge evolving into Doublade is the best proof of that.

Otherwise, Natsuhiko wouldn't know when Honedge would encounter such an opportunity outside, to complete a mental transformation and evolve into Doublade.

However, frequent battles will inevitably bring issues.

The recovery of Pokémon.

This must be ensured, for too many battles might hinder the Pokémon's improvement, potentially leaving unnecessary hidden injuries affecting their future.

He brought some healing potions and special medicine tools.

But in this Alternate Space, these things are incredibly precious and shouldn't be used unless absolutely necessary.

Togetic has some healing Techniques.

Like Dawn and Prayer, but these Techniques aren't mainly for Pokémon recovery, having limited effects on an injured Pokémon's state, though occasional use is fine.

But under Natsuhiko's prepared high-frequency battles, they appear somewhat inadequate.

Therefore.

After various considerations and thoughts, Natsuhiko's primary target emerged clearly.

To capture a Pokémon with genuine healing abilities!

Not necessarily to train it as a main force like Beedrill, but just to function like Tyrantrum or Yanmega.

After all, it's a choice made for the current situation, definitely having many limitations, so the selection criteria won't be stringent.

Of course, if the Pokémon is indeed outstanding, it could be nurtured.

In conclusion.

Natsuhiko currently trains only four main Pokémon: Beedrill, Yujira, Togetic, and Doublade.

These four are painstakingly trained, receiving the best resources he can offer, representing his greatest potential.

Besides these four, there's a Dragon-type Pokémon Egg, destined to become a team member after hatching.

This is his current team.

Natsuhiko maintains high standards for training Pokémon.

Either not train them, or provide maximum resources once chosen.

So his method doesn't support training many Pokémon, following an elite path.

Consequently, this training leads to limitations in some aspects, necessitating some "tool" Pokémon for various special situations.

For example, Sharpedo for water, Yanmega and previously Pidgeotto for the sky, Shuckle for Energy Block production, Ditto for disguising himself, Tyrantrum for traveling, etc.

After deciding on needing a "team doctor," Natsuhiko's gaze settled on a rough territorial distribution map he had drawn, quickly pinpointing his first target.

The stick drew circles on the ground, specially marking the target area.

He classified the danger level as Intermediate.

Not because the region's Pokémon are weak, but because their temperament is relatively gentle, even approachable.

However, classifying it as Intermediate suggests these gentle Pokémon are indeed strong.

And in the circled region, besides documenting resident Pokémon and theorized strengths, possible resources were also marked.

A few particularly prominent words indicated what he values, endeavors he's inclined to undertake regardless of healing needs.

And these words are...

Miracle Seed.

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