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February 28th, Saturday.
Midnight. At a time no one expected, a user named "Azure Wings" suddenly uploaded a video on Pokémon TV.
Many were idly scrolling through their phones when a notification popped up: "Your followed streamer has posted a new video." They froze instantly, then subconsciously spoke aloud, expressions shifting to disbelief:
"Why is Teacher Azure posting a new video a day early?"
"Has the sun risen from the west? Teacher Azure actually got diligent? Am I dreaming..."
"Did his Vital Spirit ability make a limited-time comeback?"
Of course, complaints aside, Aiden's night-owl fans didn't hesitate—clicking into the video immediately to savor this unexpected gift.
This time, the title was simple—
"The Origin of Pokémon – Mew"
Clearly not part of Aiden's regular tactic tutorial series, but rather the long-abandoned "Mythology" series he'd started weeks ago.
Viewers promptly flooded the comments:
"This damn streamer who leaves holes unfilled finally remembered this series exists? What about legendary Pokémon after Arceus? Can you just release one every day from now on!"
"This time it's Mew, huh? Based on academic research of Mew's genes, it's basically confirmed to be the common ancestor of all Pokémon. It's even classified as an even rarer Mythical Pokémon, though sightings are incredibly rare..."
"Rayquaza fans are furious! When do we get our handsome Sky Guardian? With Mr. Steven's connections to Teacher Azure, I'm sure he'd be happy to sponsor it!"
"If it's Mr. Steven… are you sure he wouldn't sponsor Groudon, the Continent Pokémon, first?"
Mew had always been shrouded in mystery, appearing before humans only a handful of times. Though included in Professor Oak's original Kanto Pokédex and accompanied by legends in Rota City claiming "Mew is the guardian of the World Tree," humanity's understanding of this Mythical Pokémon remained minimal.
Curious, viewers settled in, waiting for Aiden to unveil the secrets of this enigmatic legendary.
But this video didn't begin as usual—with Aiden's signature greeting.
First on screen was a tiny pink cat floating mid-air, covering its mouth while giggling mischievously.
As it appeared, it not only stared unflinchingly at the camera but also struck poses—flashing peace signs and winks like a seasoned celebrity.
"M-Mew?"
Some viewers instantly recognized the Pokémon. Today's star was none other than the elusive Mythical Pokémon Mew—a creature rarely witnessed by human eyes!
[Holy cow! Teacher Azure's influence in battles is one thing, but now he's summoning legendary Pokémon too?]
[Combined with his last video, I'm seriously starting to suspect Teacher Azure is Arceus's secret son. How else would he know so much hidden history and have legendaries bending over backwards for him...]
[Wait, you didn't know Teacher Azure and Mew are close? He even commands it in battles. That video where he and Mr. Lance took down Team Rocket leader Giovanni? The Kanto League's official account shared it!]
[Who has time to follow that... wait? What did Teacher Azure do?]
After Kanto viewers explained, Paldea fans finally understood why Aiden had vanished for two days.
They were stunned.
So when Teacher Azure said he was "saving the world" during his leave request... it was actually true?
Because Paldea was too peaceful, he traveled all the way to Kanto to assist Mr. Lance in wiping out Team Rocket?
Honestly, Teacher Azure's versatility knows no bounds!
As chat buzzed in shock, Aiden's voice finally cut through.
"Hello everyone. Today's episode is an unofficial lecture on official knowledge."
Along with his voice appeared Aiden's familiar handsome face.
In the frame, Aiden gently stroked Mew's head—his motions practiced and natural. Mew, seemingly accustomed to this affection, even nuzzled his palm.
Where was the aura of a legendary Pokémon? It looked like a perfectly domesticated house cat.
"That's right—this little one is the legendary Mew."
As viewers gaped, Aiden continued, his expression turning serious as he stopped petting Mew.
Floating beside him, Mew mimicked his posture, face suddenly stern—before bursting into muffled laughter after barely two seconds, paws covering its mouth.
[??? Is this really Mew? Its personality is nothing like I imagined...]
[Wasn't it said to rarely appear before humans? Centuries of no sightings, yet it instantly turns adorable around Teacher Azure?]
[POG Teacher Azure's truly a master breeder—he's trained a legendary Pokémon this well. There's no way he doesn't have some special trait...]
[Instead of teaching about legendary Pokémon, is Teacher Azure just showing off Mew? Who even asked for this???]
Chat erupted over Aiden and Mew's intimate interaction.
Legendaries had always been seen as powerful, aloof beings radiating authority—each possessing unimaginable power beyond human comprehension.
Like Hoenn's Groudon and Kyogre, bitter rivals whose appearances drastically altered climates, triggering tsunamis and earthquakes that devastated regions.
Or Johto's revered Ho-Oh, whose three bodyguards were said to be resurrected from Pokémon who died in the Burned Tower—a tragedy that drove the once human-friendly Ho-Oh to vanish completely for years.
But a legendary like Mew—utterly unpretentious, interacting with Aiden like an ordinary Pokémon—only made people adore it more.
Naturally, viewers grew deeply curious about its existence.
Aiden soon resumed his explanation:
"What we know about Mew is indeed limited. But evidence supporting it being the ancestor of all Pokémon is quite solid."
"Mew's body contains the complete genetic code of every Pokémon. This alone reveals its connection to all other Pokémon."
"And proving this is simple..."
"Mew, show them what you've got."
As Aiden smiled, Mew obediently let out a cute "Mew," spreading its tiny arms as its body erupted in white light.
When the glow faded, Mew was gone. In its place stood a Pokémon instantly recognizable to Paldea students.
Teacher Azure's starter—Sylveon!
"Mew~"
Without its signature voice, viewers might have thought he was performing magic tricks.
"Because it holds every Pokémon's genes, Mew possesses a unique ability: it can freely transform into any Pokémon's form, perfectly replicating their characteristics and moves."
As Aiden spoke, Mew—seemingly unsatisfied—voluntarily demonstrated again, shifting through the forms of Aiden's other Pokémon.
Finally, a massive blue fish covered in patterns appeared on screen. Its sheer size dwarfed Aiden's 6-foot frame, forcing the camera to pull back to fit it entirely.
As Kyogre materialized, the clear sky darkened with gathering storm clouds, hinting at imminent downpours.
The appearance of this Pokémon struck like thunder, sending chills down viewers' spines.
[What's going on? That's Kyogre—the ocean-controlling legend of Hoenn! Can Mew even transform into legendary Pokémon? This is insane...]
[I'm convinced now—Teacher Azure's blatantly showing off! Owning Mew means owning every Legendary Pokémon. This is too broken!]
[Is this hinting at next week's episode? No wonder Teacher Azure dared to start the Mythology series! Will he just have Mew transform into other legendaries for zero-distance commentary...]
[Seriously, don't you think Mew's compatibility with Teacher Azure is freakishly perfect? One can pull out almost any Pokémon tactic, the other doesn't even bother pretending—just transforms into every Pokémon. I can't even imagine how underhanded their combo would be!]
[Hiss... Could it be that Teacher Azure's been merciful during gym challenges? Does he have a whole army of Legendaries he hasn't revealed yet?]
[Suddenly I'm grateful Teacher Azure's just a Gym Leader. If he became an Elite Four or Champion... rookies would never stand a chance...]
Unaware of the viewers' despair, Aiden in the video kept smiling at Mew-as-Kyogre, continuing calmly:
"Many trainers might find this transformation ability familiar. After all, a special Pokémon called Ditto can do the same thing."
Before rain could fall, Mew swiftly reverted to its original form, pouting and shaking a tiny fist at Aiden mid-air—clearly displeased at being compared to Ditto.
Aiden merely chuckled.
He hadn't expected Mew to be so camera-savvy—not only agreeing immediately to star in the video but also generously showcasing its power.
Though...
Aiden truly hadn't planned for it to transform into legendaries. But how could he refuse when Mew insisted on performing?
Might as well smooth things over.
"Since this is part of our Mythology series, a Pokémon with just special abilities wouldn't typically qualify for its own episode."
"Myth and lore—at minimum, this Pokémon should have its own legend, right?"
"Ah! Besides being the origin of Pokémon, Mew actually has one highly credible legend tied to it."
"I mentioned earlier the hypothesis that 'Mew is the origin of Pokémon.' What I'm about to share indirectly supports this."
Even Mew froze mid-pout, halting its playful gestures.
A legend? What legend? Even it, the subject itself, had no idea!
Other viewers were equally baffled.
Aiden soon revealed the answer:
"North of Kanto's Rota City stands a colossal tree piercing the clouds, called the 'Tree of Beginning' by ancient people. Said to have been created alongside the world itself, it's considered the origin of all life."
"And this World Tree shares a deep bond with Mew."
Some Kanto viewers immediately recognized this.
[Come to think of it, there really is such a place near Rota City. The 'Aura Hero' legend is also connected to the World Tree.]
[I know this one—my house is on Rota Street. Look north and you can see the World Tree's direction.]
[Centuries ago, an Aura Guardian supposedly entered the World Tree, bringing peace to humanity. We hold annual festivals to commemorate him.]
"Mew..."
Mew facepalmed internally.
Its expression was crystal clear.
I thought it was some obscure legend even I didn't know! This old story again?
Just say it's my home already—no one understands "World Tree" anyway...
But its eyes softened with nostalgia, as if recalling distant memories.
Seeing this, Aiden continued.
"We don't know when the World Tree first appeared. Earliest Kanto records already mention it. Its power seems intrinsically linked to the hearts of all living things."
"Mew and the World Tree share a symbiotic relationship. We can consider Mew Arceus's failsafe for the tree—not just residing there, but also serving as its guardian."
"Hundreds of years ago, before Poké Balls existed, humans harnessed the power of 'beasts'—fueling ambitions that plunged the world into endless wars. A cataclysm loomed, threatening to reshape reality itself."
"Just as annihilation neared, Aura Guardian Aaron of Rota Kingdom ventured deep into the World Tree. With Mew's power, he restored peace—a harmony enduring to this day."
"This is the origin of the 'Aura Hero' legend."
"Precisely because this obscure legend exists, we know Mew wields extraordinary power. Its very being is intertwined with the inner worlds of humans and Pokémon."
[??? How does Teacher Azure know such niche lore? Rota is barely known in Kanto...]
[He's spot-on. Every year Queen Ilene tells this story at our festival—matches almost exactly.]
[Teacher Azure: Surprise! Before becoming a trainer, I was already a mythologist! How else would I have met my cute little pal here?]
[Looking at it this way, Teacher Azure's pretty amazing. If he controlled Mew's power, could he enter the World Tree like the Aura Guardian centuries ago and reshape the world?]
Aiden's words stirred Mew deeply.
Centuries were brief to Mew—but that human who entered the World Tree left a lasting impression.
Brimming with justice, perfectly embodying Arceus's vision for humanity. Willing to sacrifice himself for world peace, taking Mew's place as guardian.
Truly a perfect man...
His arrival sparked Mew's curiosity about humans. For centuries, it disguised itself as various Pokémon, silently observing them, trying to understand their hearts.
Yet humans rarely noticed it—hence their limited knowledge of Mew.
Mew shook its head inwardly, glancing at Aiden with a soft sigh.
Though it never knew how Aiden pierced through its flawless disguises, Mew sensed something special about him.
Like that Aura Hero centuries ago—perhaps his appearance would profoundly reshape this world too.
That's why the reclusive Mew clung to Aiden with such affection.
Its instincts proved correct.
Knowing Mew was a rare Mythical Pokémon—understanding its sacred duty—Aiden still treated it like any ordinary Pokémon.
Unlike others who sought to capture it for its power, Aiden asked for nothing.
This was precisely what Mew found most fascinating about him.
Mew grew deeply curious about how Aiden would treat future legendary Pokémon he might meet.
Noticing Mew's softened gaze, Aiden smiled, gently rubbing its head.
He'd shared most of Mew's story.
Time for one final note.
"Of course, I must warn Kanto students about something."
"The World Tree holds immense power—but it's not just an ancient tree. It's an extremely dangerous place."
"Besides Mew, the approachable guardian, powerful Pokémon like the Regigigas-crafted Legendary Titans also guard the tree, eliminating any intruders."
"This is why the World Tree remains so mysterious."
Truthfully, the tree's power ran deeper. It likely retained its "programmer" Alpaca's virus-cleanup protocols—shown in movies.
When intruders were detected, crystalline lifeforms within the tree activated, absorbing trespassers like an immune system attacking pathogens.
Without Administrator Mew's help, survival was impossible.
While filming, Aiden had been slightly anxious.
Would curious kids rush to explore after this video? Cause unnecessary trouble...
But chat reactions suggested he'd overthought it.
[Teacher Azure... you clearly haven't visited Rota. You overestimate us! Just look at the Pokémon outside the World Tree—each as terrifying as Mt. Silver's rampaging Ursaring during mating season. Normal people couldn't possibly fight their way in!]
[Even if you miraculously reached the tree, there's no entrance! Can't exactly fly up, right?]
[Might Teacher Azure's definition of 'normal person' be... wildly different from ours?]
[Teacher Azure: Even the weakest human should have a Pokémon capable of soloing Mt. Silver. Basic setup, right?]
[Do you even hear yourself? That's not human speech...]
With Mew's legend concluded, the video neared its end.
Aiden's tone shifted from serious to lighthearted.
"Well, this episode is almost over."
"As the first Pokémon featured in this series after Arceus's creation myth, Mew holds profound significance for the Pokémon world."
Aiden felt a pang of emotion.
His words applied to both worlds—the one he lived in, and the game world he remembered.
Pokémon's early days weren't smooth. Initial sales were mediocre, the franchise nearly collapsing.
If not for Mew—a "glitch" added to the game—boosting its popularity alongside the hit manga Pokémon Adventures, this global phenomenon might never have existed.
In a way, Mew truly saved the Pokémon world.
"And that's all for today's video~"
"The Mythology series will continue updating irregularly as before. As for when exactly..."
"When Teacher Azure can record footage of the corresponding Legendary Pokémon... updates should come quickly. Stay tuned!"
The screen cut to black.
Viewers blinked, then jolted awake—
[Good grief, that excuse is ridiculous. So if he doesn't meet legendary Pokémon, he'll just keep ghosting forever...]
[Demand updates! Must demand updates fiercely!]
[This isn't just laziness—it requires a heavy punch! Teacher Azure, I really need to control your upload schedule!]
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