A water-type trainer who specializes in dragon-type water.

Zhang Heng's bold conjecture about "divine beast metal as a medicinal ingredient" was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, stirring up a tidal wave in Mo Tieshan's heart.

His gaze was fixed intently on Regischiru's severed arm, his mind racing through all the possibilities.

“A genius…or rather, a madman’s idea…” Old Mo murmured, his withered fingers curling slightly with excitement.

But there's some truth to it!

The research in Britain has stagnated precisely because they have fallen into the trap of focusing on cost-effectiveness.

Spending enormous resources to gamble on an unknown evolution of an Alumina Dragon is far less worthwhile than investing the same resources in a pseudo-legendary or legendary Pokémon with clear potential.

This is a rational choice, but it also stifles infinite possibilities.

He changed the subject, a hint of the sharpness of a Chinese trainer flashing in his eyes.

"But we are different! This Registeel is the ace of the Sakura Kingdom champion, a trophy captured by Champion Li after defeating a powerful enemy on the front lines!"

"It doesn't belong to the category of 'cultivable resources' in the first place, but is received by us as 'material'! Using it to explore the evolutionary path of the Aluminum Steel Dragon, we start from an unprecedented height! This is using the blood of the enemy chieftain to forge the edge of our Chinese nation!"

These words resonated deeply, even stirring a slight emotion in Zhang Heng. However, Professor Mo, being a meticulous researcher, forced himself to calm down after a brief moment of excitement:

"Zhang Heng, your idea is very inspiring, but it is ultimately just a direction. Scientific research requires rigorous verification, not just conjecture."

"Right now, our priority is to complete the league's top priority order—to gather treatment materials for Tom's Genesis."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Heng composed himself and nodded in agreement.

He looked at the severed arm of the divine beast; even the relatively slender segment was much larger than Genesect's size.

The metal contained in this entire arm is more than enough to repair injuries, let alone give Genesect a full-body "reinforcement coating".

Of course, the legendary metal cannot be used simply by covering it. It also requires other Bug/Steel type Pokémon, such as Scizor and Escavalier, to provide more active and compatible metals as "solder" and "medium" in order to safely and effectively fuse with Genesect's body.

At this moment, a practical problem popped into Zhang Heng's mind: "Elder Mo, we've cut off this arm, but how do we transport it to South China? Should we send a large Flying-type Pokémon for airlift? But the weight and density of the steel..."

He estimated that the metal density of Regischiru far exceeded that of ordinary steel, and the weight of this arm was probably comparable to that of a small truck, making long-distance transportation an undoubtedly arduous task.

Upon hearing this, Elder Mo revealed a mysterious smile. He stroked his somewhat unkempt beard and pointed to an inconspicuous corner of the laboratory: "Why go through all that trouble? Don't we already have a 'teleportation device'?"

Zhang Heng looked in the direction that Elder Mo pointed and saw a finely crafted, silver-white instrument placed there.

The instrument has a stable base with six standard Poké Ball slots on top, and a computer terminal with a special display screen and complex interfaces in the center. The entire device exudes a low-key yet high-tech sheen.

"This is... a teleportation device?"

Zhang Heng's heart skipped a beat. In his original worldview, he had never delved into this kind of device, always regarding it as one of the unique cutting-edge technologies of this Pokémon world.

The device in front of him was extremely similar to the "Pokémon teleportation system" or "communication exchange machine" in anime and games that he remembered!

He examined the device with curiosity. In his mind, the invention of this device was said to be quite legendary—rumored to have originated from a three-year-old boy who accidentally activated the fax machine at home, mistakenly sending a Poké Ball along with it.

Inspired by this, researchers combined the principle of "Poké Balls using spatial technology to shrink and store Pokémon" to develop a technology that can transmit Pokémon data within Poké Balls.

Strictly speaking, it is more like an "exchange," which usually requires both parties to hold a Poké Ball and operate synchronously on both devices to complete the transfer of Pokémon.

This "communication exchange" has evolved into many wonderful applications in subsequent developments, the most famous of which is "communication evolution," which can promote the evolution of certain Pokémon!

After a moment's thought, Zhang Heng immediately understood Elder Mo's intention, considering the current situation: "You mean, have multiple Pokémon carry this piece of Registeel's metal arm and then send it directly to a receiving point in South China via a teleportation device?"

“That’s right!” Elder Mo nodded approvingly. “This is currently the fastest, safest, and most discreet method. However, there’s still a problem… We need at least two suitable Pokémon to carry this material during the teleportation process.”

Zhang Heng immediately realized: "So, my other mission here is to assist you in selecting the best-qualified Bug/Steel type Pokémon from the park, the most suitable for this 'transportation' mission, and also one that has some value and is worth exchanging?"

"That's exactly right." Elder Mo confirmed Zhang Heng's conjecture.

"We need Bug/Steel type Pokémon with good aptitude. Their Steel type is more compatible with legendary metals and can stabilize energy fluctuations during transportation to some extent."

"At the same time, they are also one of the auxiliary materials needed to treat genosectasis, which can be described as killing two birds with one stone."

Zhang Heng asked with some doubt: "Doesn't the research institute have sophisticated equipment specifically designed to test the aptitude of Pokémon? Wouldn't that make the screening process more efficient?"

Old Mo shook his head helplessly and explained, "Theoretically, that's true. But the problem is that Steel-type Pokémon, especially Bug/Steel-types, all have magnetic fields of varying strengths around them. These magnetic fields can severely interfere with or even distort the readings of precision testing equipment, causing data distortion."

"Therefore, in this environment, we rely more on researchers and senior medical personnel to use their rich experience to comprehensively judge the health status and potential of Pokémon by observing their appearance, condition, shell hardness, energy luster and other external manifestations."

"I see." Zhang Heng suddenly realized that this was the perfect excuse for him to use the "system's" abilities.

“I understand. Let’s not delay, I’ll go choose now.” Zhang Heng nodded in agreement.

Guided by another researcher, Zhang Heng left the core laboratory and arrived at the Bug/Steel type Pokémon breeding area located on the other side of the underground research institute.

As soon as he entered the area, Zhang Heng was captivated by the scene before him.

Unlike the cold, high-tech feel of the core laboratory, this place simulates an ecological environment more suitable for Bug/Steel type Pokémon to survive.

There are rocky areas filled with metallic ores and crystal clusters, forest areas where strange metallic plants grow, and feeding points that provide special alloy feed.

The giant mantises either stood still or moved at high speed within the area. Their red carapaces resembled meticulously crafted armor, and their huge pincers made a clanging sound as they opened and closed.

Watching their agile figures, Zhang Heng couldn't help but recall that in game battles, Scizor, with its "Master Technician" ability, priority move "Bullet Punch," and powerful physical attack, often became the core attacker in the team, making it one of the Pokémon he greatly admired and dreamed of owning.

Seeing so many scythes in person, he was almost unable to move, and his heart was filled with the urge to capture one.

However, when he secretly activated his "system" ability and his gaze swept over these giant mantises, the information he received was somewhat disappointing:

Pokémon Name: Scizor

[Attributes: Worm, Steel]

[Qualification: Gym level]

...

Pokémon Name: Scizor

[Attributes: Worm, Steel]

[Qualification: Lord Level]

...

After checking several, their aptitudes generally hovered between the Gym Leader and Lord levels, and there wasn't even a single one with near-Elite Four aptitude.

Clearly, while this park provides a good living environment, the top individuals may have already been selected by the alliance or have other arrangements.

He suppressed his regret and continued deeper. He saw knight snails, clad in gleaming armor and standing tall like medieval knights; he also saw numerous, small iron ants busily scurrying across the ground.

Zhang Heng carefully used the "system" capabilities to conduct the screening, while also exchanging ideas with the accompanying researchers.

Inquire about the Pokémon's daily behavior and health, attributing your "judgment" to meticulous observation.

The researchers were also surprised that Zhang Heng was able to quickly point out subtle differences in the luster of certain Pokémon's shells or the smoothness of energy flow during their activities, believing that the champion's son truly lived up to his reputation and had a keen eye.

After careful selection, Zhang Heng finally settled on two individuals with the most outstanding qualities.

His gaze fell upon an exceptionally robust knight snail. Its metallic leaf armor gleamed with a deep, resilient dark gold, its lance a sharp edge, and its eyes held a steady, powerful expression. The system panel clearly displayed:

Pokémon Name: Escavalier

[Attributes: Worm, Steel]

[Qualification: Heavenly King Level]

The other was an iron ant that was larger than its kind, with a shiny carapace, and moved with an air of high efficiency and speed.

Pokémon Name: Iron Ant

[Attributes: Worm, Steel]

[Qualification: Heavenly King Level]

“These are them,” Zhang Heng said to the researcher beside him, his tone certain.

The researcher nodded and skillfully used a specially made Poké Ball to recall the two selected Pokémon.

Holding the two heavy Poké Balls, Zhang Heng felt a little more at ease, now that he had these two Bug/Steel type Pokémon with Elite Four aptitude.

Whether as a "transportation carrier" or a provider of subsequent treatment materials, it should meet the requirements.

He took the selected Pokémon and hurried back to the core laboratory to report back to Elder Mo.

However, the moment he pushed open the heavy alloy door of the laboratory and stepped inside, the sight that greeted his eyes made his pupils shrink sharply!

Beside the platform where Registeel's body had been cut up, a Pokémon he had never seen before had appeared!

It has a large, stout body, with a ring of blazing flames encircling its neck, like an eternal flame.

Beneath its signature eyebrows, which arch upwards like black lightning bolts, are a pair of eyes full of wildness and power.

Most striking are its two incredibly thick arms, a deep black color, bulging with muscles, exuding explosive power. It also has a thick, black tail that ends in an explosive shape.

At this moment, the Pokémon is raising its jet-black right arm, which contains terrifying power.

The surging, reddish-brown fighting energy was highly concentrated, as if it had transformed into an invisible giant axe!

"Roar…"

With a deep, powerful roar, its arm, brimming with power, slammed down with earth-shattering force towards the incredibly hard metal arm of the divine beast that had just been severed from the platform—

It slashed down!

“That’s…?!”