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While Eli "observed" the tactical briefing via our mental link—broadcasting her fashion critiques directly into my subconscious—Steven led the rest of us into the secure war room of the Mossdeep Space Center.
The Tactical Briefing: The "Giga-Siphon"
Steven projected a holographic map of the Sootopolis Crater. "The Coalition has built a massive rig over the Origin Cave. They're using a combination of Magma's thermal tech and Aqua's pressure tech to bore into the planet's mantle. If they breach the core, the Infinity Energy will flood their 'Mecha-Tentacruel' guardian, making it invincible."
"We aren't just stopping a machine," I noted, checking the Stamina Band's battery. "We're stopping a heart attack for the planet."
The "Titan" Loadout: Final Gear
Steven opened a high-security Devon container. "You're going into a war zone. You need gear that matches your authority."
For Kage (Grovyle): An Adrenaline Orb embedded into his ninja-pouch. It will boost his reaction time even further during Sun Breathing.
For Jerry (Rattata): A Focus Sash woven into a tactical collar. As a "Speed Surprise," he needs to survive at least one hit from the big guns.
For Raven (Absol): Steven handed me the Absolite. "She's the disaster omen. Let her show them the ultimate disaster." Raven tilted her head, the Mega Stone sensing her resolve.
For Tammy (Liepard): A Black Glasses upgrade for her night-vision goggles, boosting her Dark-type output for those critical Night Slashes.
For May's Team: Steven provided a King's Rock for Genji (Frogadier) to increase flinch-locks, and Expert Belts for the whole squad.
Eli's Wardrobe: The "Stage-Ready" Armor
While we were talking logistics, Eli was busy. She didn't just find a wardrobe; she commissioned one using the local Space Center's 3D-printers and some high-grade "Lawful Acquisition" materials Tammy had swiped.
When she walked back into the briefing room, the team was transformed.
The Look: Everyone was fitted with high-collared, navy-blue and silver tactical vests that looked like a cross between a S.W.A.T. uniform and a J-Pop idol costume.
The Diva's Touch: Eli herself wore a shimmering white cape that acted as a Light Clay enhancer for her Reflect and Light Screen moves.
The Singer's Gear: I received a tactical headset that linked my voice directly to Eli's Hyper Voice frequency.
The Final Push: The Evolution Trigger
"Steven," I said, looking at the squad. "They're on the edge. They need one more massive spike of energy to reach their final forms."
Steven nodded. "The Sootopolis Blockade is guarded by an EMP-field. The moment you breach it, the atmospheric pressure and electrical discharge will act as a natural catalyst. If your 'Titans' can hold their focus while under fire, they will evolve."
[Chat Log: PRIVATE - EMERALD CHANNEL]
Steven_Stone: The Grovyle and Combusken are showing 98% maturity. The Frogadier is at 95%.
Sidney: They're gonna pop like corn once the fighting starts. I'll be leading the fleet to give them an opening.
IceCreamQueen_C: Jake, look at May. She's looking at that Absolite. She's ready for the Mega-Link."Titans," I said, the Stamina Band glowing as my heart rate climbed in anticipation. "This is the series finale. Lens, prep the 'Mega-Evolution' graphics and the heavy metal playlist. We're going in hot."