The forest trembled beneath our feet, and the scent of ozone mixed with molten rock filled the air. Sparks arced violently between scorched trees, while small fissures opened in the ground, releasing steam and heat. This was no longer a simple anomaly—Johto's disturbances were converging, magma meeting lightning, creating a volatile environment where any misstep could spark catastrophe.
I crouched on a ridge overlooking the chaos, Infernape at my side, flames flickering in low arcs. Hydreigon circled overhead, wings slicing through charged air, while Talonflame flitted between treetops, scanning for hotspots. Garchomp flexed claws into the unstable soil, Ceruledge hovered near a fissure, blade humming, and Heatran radiated controlled warmth, stabilizing nearby magma flows. Typhlosion H's presence added additional heat control, ready to respond to erratic eruptions.
"This is the perfect storm," I muttered, scanning the holographic anomaly map. Red nodes indicated high-risk magma zones overlapping electrical disturbances. Yellow nodes marked secondary zones where fires were already igniting. Core team, stay sharp. Trainers, deploy immediately. Coordination will be everything."
The six League trainers released their Pokémon with practiced precision. Jolteon sparked as electricity arced around it, Manectric's mane flared bright, Ampharos emitted steady pulses, Venusaur's vines adjusted to channel energy safely, Breloom reinforced soil stability, and Flygon hovered for aerial observation.
I raised my hand. "Hydreigon, map high-voltage paths and airflow. Talonflame, monitor fire and electrical arcs. Infernape, Typhlosion H, Heatran, control fires and magma. Garchomp and Ceruledge, stabilize terrain and redirect hazards. Trainers, contain peripheral hazards and assist affected Pokémon."
Hydreigon swooped low, creating air currents that dispersed sparks and molten debris. Talonflame guided minor electrical arcs toward safe channels, flames low but steady. Infernape and Typhlosion H herded panicked Pokémon away from dangerous magma fissures. Heatran stabilized the ground with controlled heat pulses. Garchomp reinforced weak patches, while Ceruledge deflected falling debris.
A sudden roar shattered the tense atmosphere—a wild Magmortar had been pushed into a frenzy by overlapping heat and electricity. Sparks and flames erupted from its body, and its eyes glowed dangerously.
"Infernape, Typhlosion H—contain without harm! Ceruledge, shield trainers! Hydreigon, redirect airflow!" I commanded sharply.
Infernape leapt forward, flames dancing around Magmortar in a controlled perimeter, nudging it away from other wild Pokémon. Typhlosion H flared precise heat pulses to guide it toward safer zones. Ceruledge intercepted falling branches, protecting trainers. Hydreigon generated controlled gusts that disrupted unstable electrical currents. Heatran's immense presence radiated stability, dampening minor magma eruptions.
Supporting trainers moved in perfect synchronization. Jolteon guided sparks safely into grounded channels, Manectric directed excess energy, Ampharos stabilized nearby Pokémon, Venusaur and Breloom controlled vegetation, and Flygon relayed positions of panicked Pokémon. The combination of strategy, observation, and teamwork began to calm the forest.
Minutes of precise coordination passed. Sparks diminished, minor eruptions subsided, and wild Pokémon returned to normal behavior. I exhaled, crouching beside Infernape. Flames danced along its arms as it nudged my shoulder, a quiet affirmation. Hydreigon circled above, Talonflame hovered, Ceruledge floated calmly, Garchomp flexed claws, Typhlosion H stabilized nearby heat, and Heatran radiated steady warmth.
"Zone stabilized," I said. "But anomalies are converging faster than predicted. Electrical and magma disruptions may continue to overlap—prepare for rapid redeployment."
The trainers nodded, recovering quickly. "We're ready, Alex," said the Jolteon trainer. "Just give the command."
As we advanced deeper into the zone, a fissure split the forest floor, releasing both molten rock and erratic electrical discharges. Wild Ampharos, Quilava, and Electivire moved frantically, fleeing from unstable terrain.
"Formation Gamma," I commanded. "Hydreigon and Talonflame cover aerial oversight. Infernape, Typhlosion H, Heatran, control fires and magma. Garchomp and Ceruledge, stabilize terrain. Trainers, secure perimeter and calm Pokémon."
Hydreigon created gusts to disperse sparks and molten debris. Talonflame nudged electrical arcs into safe channels. Infernape and Typhlosion H guided panicked Pokémon away from danger. Heatran radiated controlled warmth to stabilize the ground. Garchomp reinforced weak soil patches, and Ceruledge deflected falling debris. Supporting trainers moved in coordination, Pokémon acting in perfect synchronization.
After several tense minutes, the zone stabilized. Electrical arcs dimmed, minor magma vents cooled, and wild Pokémon calmed. I exhaled, scanning the horizon. "First major convergence zone secured. But these anomalies are persistent—this pattern may continue into multiple regions. Core team, Hydreigon, Talonflame, Infernape—stay ready for rapid response."
Hydreigon circled higher, wings angled for observation. Talonflame perched lightly, flames flickering low. Ceruledge floated in orbit, blade humming. Garchomp dug lightly into the soil, sensing tremors. Infernape nudged my shoulder, flames flickering in affirmation. Heatran radiated calm energy. Typhlosion H maintained controlled heat pulses.
I turned to the trainers. "Excellent work. Johto is unstable, but each zone we stabilize brings us closer to understanding the source. Monitor Pokémon, respond to anomalies, and maintain formation. Coordination, timing, and observation will be critical for the next zones."
The young trainers nodded, determination in their eyes. "We're ready, Alex. Let's do this."
I allowed a brief, quiet smile, keeping my gaze forward. "Then let's move. The anomalies won't wait, and neither can we. Core team, lead the way."
Infernape surged forward, flames dancing. Hydreigon arced overhead. Talonflame flitted between treetops. Garchomp and Ceruledge stabilized terrain. Typhlosion H and Heatran radiated controlled energy. Supporting trainers followed in tight formation, Pokémon aligned perfectly, ready for the next convergence of magma and lightning.