Nimbasa City, the Central Plaza was bustling with people.
The citizens living in this territory crowded together, looking up at Lord Alfred in front of them.
"I wonder why Lord Alfred suddenly summoned us?"
"Could it be that war is about to begin?"
"No, that can't be, right?!"
Just as everyone was filled with uncertainty and apprehension, Alfred's gaze swept over the crowd. He coughed a few times, and the previously noisy Commoners immediately quieted down, their eyes turning towards Alfred.
"Everyone, I have gathered you here today on the orders of His Highness Draconis."
"His Highness Draconis intends to establish a Trainer Association — what is a Trainer? Someone who trains Magical Beasts and lives with them. In other words, they are what you know as Magical Beast Masters."
"Nimbasa City is currently in a state of revival, and this is a time when we need people. His Highness plans to use this association to cultivate Trainers, solely for the purpose of protecting the territory and guiding newly arrived Magical Beasts to better integrate into our lives."
As soon as these words were spoken, a huge uproar immediately broke out among the crowd.
"Oh my! Magical Beast Masters?!" Those are people who can control Magical Beasts; no matter where they are, their status is extremely noble!
"Can I also become a Magical Beast Master?"
"Sounds so cool! If I could also become a Magical Beast Master, ah no, a Trainer, I'd be able to ride flying Magical Beasts into the sky, wouldn't I?!"
Some people looked on with longing.
After a year of development, Magical Beasts have long been integrated into human life in Nimbasa City.
Regarding these creatures, many people have long lost their initial fear and instead feel immense curiosity about the magical powers they possess.
After the initial shock, the citizens gradually calmed down.
His Highness Draconis wants to establish such a department; surely there must be many conditions to join?
Thinking of this, a man standing at the very front immediately couldn't help but ask.
"Lord Alfred, what do we need to do to join the Trainer Association?!"
Alfred said with a smile, "His Highness said that to become a Trainer, regardless of origin or class, anyone who is interested in Magical Beasts, likes them, can accept them, and takes good care of them can become a Trainer."
"This is a Royal Organization directly under His Highness Draconis. After joining, His Highness Draconis will personally teach you how to train Magical Beasts and will also provide you with initial Magical Beasts for you to choose from."
"On a daily basis, you will need to help deal with incidents caused by Magical Beasts, and as compensation, Trainers can collect a generous bonus from the association on the fifteenth of each month to support their lives and the raising of Magical Beasts."
Upon hearing these words, everyone's eyes immediately lit up.
There's such a good thing?!
However, Alfred then changed the subject.
"However, if anyone is found to intentionally harm Magical Beasts, or if there are any who try to shirk their duties, the association will punish them severely."
"From now on, any child aged between ten and fifteen can go to the City Hall to register."
"Only children aged between ten and fifteen can become Trainers?" Some Commoners who didn't meet the criteria were a bit confused: "Why can't we adults become Trainers?"
They also really like Magical Beasts, okay?!
"Of course not." Alfred shook his head. "His Highness Draconis has his own plans, but you don't need to worry. This is a trial run. Once the association develops and matures in the future, the method of becoming a Trainer can be passed on to all of you. By then, everyone can become a Trainer."
Upon hearing this, these Commoners immediately felt relieved.
Some clever people could even vaguely sense the meaning behind His Highness Draconis's actions.
After returning home, they immediately took their children to the City Hall.
*
The next morning, inside the City Hall.
Draconis looked at the group of children, whose faces were filled with excitement and longing, and roughly counted their number in his mind.
There were about forty-odd people, both boys and girls.
Seeing Draconis approach, the children, who hadn't seen much of the world, immediately showed nervous expressions.
But some children still bravely bowed and shouted, "Your Highness!"
Seeing this, the other somewhat reserved children also followed suit and bowed.
Draconis nodded gently. "No need to be nervous, everyone. Welcome to the world of Magical Beasts."
As his voice fell, Draconis took out a Poké Ball made from an oran berry from his pocket.
With a flash of white light, Dragonite's figure appeared from within.
Its round appearance, cute face, soft belly, and clear eyes, along with the powerful dragon's might emanating from its body, immediately captured the children's attention.
"Wow!" They all gasped in surprise.
Draconis smiled slightly and continued, "These are the creatures we call 'Magical Beasts.' Like humans, they live together in this world."
"You can see them in the sea, the sky, the forests, and the grasslands."
"Perhaps in the past, humans and Magical Beasts were incompatible and hostile to each other, but now — humans and Magical Beasts play together, help each other, and have become good partners."
"In life, they will work together with us — but sometimes, we will also fight alongside Magical Beasts."
"And those who raise Magical Beasts, command them in battles, and spar with each other are called Magical Beast Trainers."
"So cool!"
Most of the children who came here had already witnessed how humans use the power of Magical Beasts to live and fight, so upon hearing these words, their eyes immediately burst forth with a light of excitement.
"Everyone, do you also want to become a Trainer, live and fight alongside Magical Beasts, and become the strongest partners?" Draconis asked loudly.
"Yes!" everyone shouted in unison.
"Very good. Then, find me at the Nursery outside the territory!" Draconis turned around, went outside, and flew into the sky riding Dragonite.
Seeing the children standing still in a daze, Alfred reminded them with a chuckle, "His Highness has already prepared your initial Magical Beast partners. Go find His Highness at the Nursery with your own strength! This is also the first test His Highness has given you."
A test?!
Upon hearing this, a strong fighting spirit immediately burst forth in the children's eyes.
They must complete the test and live up to His Highness's expectations!
Thinking of this, a group of children immediately ran out of the City Hall. They had always lived in the city, and the Nursery had only recently been completed, so they didn't know its exact location.
But there are always more solutions than problems.
Some clever children immediately thought of asking adults for directions!
There is a short distance between Nimbasa City and the Nursery, but most of the Pokémon residing along the way are docile, timid Grass-type Pokémon, such as Budew, Minccino, and Pidove.
They are not aggressive, so the children would not encounter danger.
Even if there was danger, they wouldn't need to worry.
Because Draconis had already ordered Dragonite and Serperior to secretly guard the country road to ensure the children's safety.
Meanwhile, Draconis went to the Nursery alone.
He looked at the Tepig, Clefairy, Psyduck, Buneary, Watchog, and other Pokémon, all with expectant faces, and said to them with a smile, "Don't worry, those children will be here soon."
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