The morning sun glinted off the sea, turning the waves into a tapestry of shifting silver and blue. Alex stood at the helm of the League vessel, Infernape balanced lightly on his shoulder, flames flickering softly in the gentle breeze. Hydreigon circled above, wings slicing the air, while Talonflame performed tight reconnaissance loops. Garchomp flexed claws along the deck, Ceruledge's blade hummed quietly at his side, Heatran radiated controlled warmth, Typhlosion H exhaled measured bursts, and Roserade and Gardevoir hovered, ready for psychic coordination.
"Kyogre is moving northeast, following ocean currents," Lance said from the side, Dragonite hovering. His tone was calm, but Alex could see the tautness in his posture. "We'll need to anticipate its trajectory and contain it before it reaches the populated eastern coast. Karen and Bruno have redeployed units to strategic positions offshore, but the operation will rely heavily on your coordination."
Alex nodded, adjusting the communicator. "Gym helpers, siblings, and support units, report positions."
Tomas Vale's voice crackled through. "Rhyperior and Onix are positioned along the northern reef, providing a barricade. Gigalith scanning subsea currents for anomalies."
Sophie chimed in, Magmortar's heat bursts sparking through the waves in the background. "Flareon and Torkoal ready for water disruption simulations."
Eli's calm voice followed. "Alakazam and Jolteon in surveillance orbit, Crobat overhead. We've got multiple sensor feeds on Kyogre's movement."
Rina Holt's Vileplume, Ludicolo, and Venusaur were stationed along shallow channels, manipulating water flow and terrain for the safest containment path.
Alex surveyed his core team. "Hydreigon, Talonflame, maintain aerial surveillance and distraction. Infernape, Ceruledge, and Garchomp, prepare direct interventions if it approaches dangerously. Heatran, Roserade, Gardevoir, control water currents and maintain barriers. Typhlosion H, coordinate fire bursts to assist in directional control."
The ocean rippled suddenly, and Kyogre's massive form surged upward, towering over the waves. The sheer power of its presence sent tremors through the water, but Alex remained calm. This was precisely why he had orchestrated such meticulous positioning.
"Engage simultaneously," Alex commanded.
Hydreigon dove low, claws slashing through the water to divert Kyogre's momentum, while Talonflame executed high-speed dives to bait defensive maneuvers. Infernape's blazing punches struck precise targets along the dorsal fins, Ceruledge followed with coordinated blade strikes, and Garchomp surged through the water, forcing Kyogre to alter course repeatedly.
Heatran radiated a controlled heat wave, evaporating excess water near vessels, while Roserade's vines and Gardevoir's psychic shields manipulated debris and reinforced temporary barriers. Typhlosion H exhaled rhythmic fire bursts, creating pressure zones to steer the Legendary in the intended direction.
Onshore, gym helpers executed supportive maneuvers. Tomas Vale's Rhyperior and Onix formed semi-permanent barriers in the northern reef, redirecting excess water and protecting shallow zones. Sophie's Flareon and Magmortar executed precision strikes on minor waves, neutralizing rogue currents. Eli's Alakazam levitated debris, while Jolteon and Crobat harassed mechanical threats deployed by residual Magma forces attempting interference. Rina Holt's team continued to manipulate water flow and terrain, ensuring both containment safety and efficiency.
Kai's Talonflame executed perfect dive loops to distract Kyogre, while Lila's Gardevoir maintained psychic shields over critical areas. Arcanine sprinted across vessels, assisting where needed, ensuring younger Pokémon and trainers remained unharmed.
Hours passed. Waves rose and fell like rolling mountains, yet every maneuver was precise, every strike coordinated. Alex's calm voice carried across communicators, directing Pokémon and trainers with unmatched clarity. Each Pokémon in his core team performed like extensions of his own mind, the synergy a demonstration of Elite Four-level control.
Finally, a shift in the currents indicated success. Kyogre's thrashes slowed, its energy partially dissipated from sustained precision strikes and tactical manipulation of water flows. Alex assessed the situation. "All units, maintain pressure while gradually guiding Kyogre toward containment channels near open sea. Do not allow any missteps—it's exhausted but unpredictable."
Lance's Dragonite and Salamence executed sweeping maneuvers, blocking potential escape routes. Karen's Umbreon and Bisharp monitored for sudden deviations, and Bruno's Hitmonlee and Machamp reinforced alignment with the controlled path.
Alex raised Infernape slightly, signaling a final coordinated strike. "Hydreigon, Talonflame—diversion complete. Core strike team, engage."
The team moved in unison: Infernape's flames struck, Ceruledge's blades sliced precise lines along dorsal fins, Garchomp applied pressure, Typhlosion H's bursts created directional flow, Heatran stabilized water currents, and Roserade and Gardevoir solidified barriers. The combined effort forced Kyogre into the designated containment channel.
Kyogre, exhausted and under strategic control, finally calmed in the deep channel. The ocean rippled less violently, and the supporting units slowly relaxed.
Alex exhaled, leaning slightly against the rail. "Containment successful. Minimal environmental disruption, no casualties."
Lance landed beside him. "You've orchestrated this flawlessly, Alex. The coordination between your core, siblings, gym helpers, and the Elite Four has turned what could have been a catastrophe into a controlled operation."
Alex glanced toward the horizon, watching Kyogre swim safely in the channel, free yet guided. "It's about strategy, timing, and trust. Pokémon, trainers, and people working together. That's how we protect what matters."
Infernape gave a small grunt, flames flickering in agreement. The calm after the storm was deceptive; they all knew more challenges awaited. But for now, Cinnabar was untouched, the ocean was controlled, and the Jewel of Kanto remained safe.