Su Bai stood calmly before the assembled guards. Even though they were visibly excited—clutching their Poké Balls with eager anticipation—not a single one took the initiative to release their partner.
They clearly understood how popular Pokémon had become in Haicheng lately, and they undoubtedly knew how to use them.
But still, no one acted prematurely.
Their discipline alone proved Zhu Jianyuan's words true—
These soldiers were the true backbone of humanity's resistance against the deathbeasts.
Su Bai nodded in satisfaction and smiled.
"Alright. You may release your Pokémon now—starting from the leftmost column."
The guard on the far left, face lit with joy, tossed his Poké Ball forward.
In the next instant, the entire training field, already arranged with ample space between squads, was suddenly filled with rows of short, stout Falinks.
More precisely—a hundred squads of them.
Each squad of Falinks was made up of six units: one leader and five followers.
Their arms formed shields on either side, their round bodies reminiscent of ancient Roman helmets, and they stood on stubby legs.
Inside their "helmets" glowed piercing blue eyes—silent and focused.
As soon as the leader Falinks appeared, it instinctively took its place beside its human partner. The five followers lined up behind it in perfect formation.
The result? An adorable yet formidable miniature army, ready for battle.
Su Bai chuckled at the sight.
"Your personalities are steady, with strong discipline. That's why you were assigned this type of Pokémon."
"Falinks specialize in coordinated team battles. They're born with the move Protect, making them natural defenders."
"But don't mistake them as passive. You'll be the shield of the Corps… and the spear that pierces through all obstacles."
Zhu Jianyuan's eyes lit up.
"This is excellent! These are perfect for organized combat."
As someone who had led defensive operations during deathbeast sieges, he deeply understood the importance of coordinated formations.
A synchronized barrage was far more effective than chaotic attacks.
Discipline was the lifeblood of a military unit.
"You mentioned three types… but these Falinks seem ideal. Why not just use them for all 300?"
Meanwhile, the soldiers had already begun interacting with their new partners.
The disciplined demeanor of Falinks had clearly resonated with the guards—they were in love already.
Su Bai laughed.
"Falinks are even more expensive than Mr. Mime, you know. Are you sure your five hundred million would cover it?"
Zhu Jianyuan fell silent.
Su Bai added with a serious tone:
"Besides, while Falinks are strong in formation, they struggle to adapt to special terrain."
"Death beast habitats aren't always open plains. There are mountains… rivers… caves."
He turned to the central squadron.
"Soldiers in the middle—release your Pokémon!"
"Your minds are agile. You favor flanking and special operations. You adapt well to unfamiliar terrain."
As he spoke, the middle soldiers—already itching with anticipation—hurriedly released their Pokémon.
In a flash, the field was filled with Buizel.
They were sleek and lively, with twin tails and blue fins along their arms. Around their necks was a yellow flotation collar—designed for water movement.
Compared to the rigid Falinks, Buizel looked positively mischievous.
The moment they appeared, many scrambled up their trainers' shoulders, rubbing their faces affectionately against their new partners.
Su Bai grinned.
"Buizel were chosen specifically for mobility across all terrains."
"They're amphibious, fast, and incredibly agile. Their twin tails function like propellers, letting them cut through water with precision—and even slash targets during combat."
"They're also top-tier scouts."
"Though their frontal combat power isn't on par with Falinks, they shine in recon, flanking, and long-range raids. They're your surprise trump card."
Zhu Jianyuan nodded with growing appreciation.
He finally understood the intent behind the division.
These 300 soldiers were Haicheng's most precious fighting force.
It made perfect sense to equip them with a diverse set of Pokémon to meet all kinds of combat needs.
"And the rightmost group?" he asked.
"Falinks are for land. Buizel handles both land and water. So that must mean…"
Zhu's brow twitched knowingly.
As someone who paid close attention to the Pokémon Center, he hadn't forgotten how dominant Flying-types had been during previous battles—especially Ding Yue's notorious early win streak.
Now that land and water were covered… that could only mean one thing.
"You're absolutely right," Su Bai said, smiling.
"Soldiers of the right flank—your courage is unmatched, and your instincts are razor sharp. Therefore, your partners are… Corvisquire!"
As his voice fell, the soldiers at the far right released their Pokémon.
One after another, black-and-blue Corvisquire burst into the sky, wings flapping as they spiraled overhead.
Their feathers shimmered darkly, and around their necks and wings were deep black highlights. Their piercing red eyes gave them a stern, commanding presence—like they were wearing war masks.
Each Corvisquire exuded the aura of a dominant aerial predator.
In fact, they were even larger than Fletchinder.
As they spread their wings, they cast massive shadows across the field below.
Su Bai tilted his head up slightly, gazing at the swirling Corvisquire above.
"Looks like crows, doesn't it?"
"Well, they are. In fact, crows are some of the most intelligent birds in the world."
"Corvisquire are no different—they rank among the most clever Pokémon out there."
"They communicate well with their Trainers. They're born to be scouts."
"And with the right training, they can even assess enemy strength and report tactical details to their partners."
"A squadron of Corvisquire isn't just impressive—it's a game-changer."
Turning to Zhu Jianyuan, Su Bai grinned.
"So, City Lord… satisfied with my arrangements?"
"More than satisfied!"
Zhu Jianyuan nodded so hard it looked like his neck might snap.
This… was perfection.
Land, sea, and air—all accounted for.
With this Pokémon army under his command, Zhu Jianyuan felt a renewed surge of confidence. Even if deathbeasts attacked again—without Groudon's help—Haicheng might still stand strong.
The city's strength had soared to unimaginable levels.
All around them, other veteran Trainers like Wang Tao were wide-eyed and awestruck.
The sight was majestic.
And when Corvisquire soared into the sky, all eyes turned upward—even from those who had struggled against Flying-types before.
Only Li Xiaoyu looked on calmly.
Everyone else was burning with envy.
Corvisquire… they wanted one too!
Zhu Jianyuan took a deep breath, watching the mighty Pokémon army before him.
"Now that the Corps is fully formed," he said, eyes sparkling, "it's time we take the next step."
"Su Bai, don't tell me you've forgotten your promise?"
Su Bai smiled softly.
"Forget it? Of course not."
He took a step forward, eyes firm with resolve.
"Humanity should not hide behind high walls like frightened prey."
"Now that the Pokémon Corps has been formed…"
"Let the trumpet of humanity's counterattack against the death beasts be sounded—from Haicheng!"