"Not bad. Although the Swablu have evolved to their final stage, they still need more training. I need them to master Relic Song and Draco Meteor proficiently."
Draconis mused.
Relic Song, a very special Pokémon move. The Pokémon sings a song imbued with the power of death, and all Pokémon who hear it will fall into a near-death state after a period of time.
If this move is used on the battlefield in the future, it could greatly reduce the strength of the opposing Pokémon army.
And there's no need to even mention a large-scale AoE move like Draco Meteor.
"Yes, Your Highness." Gerolt nodded, committing Draconis's instructions to memory.
"Furthermore, Lairon's journey has not reached its end. Above Lairon, there is still the form of Aggron. Lairon's special training must continue," Draconis said.
Although Altaria can still evolve into Mega Altaria through a Mega Stone, that is, after all, a special form and cannot be maintained for a long time.
What's more... in this era, King Az of the Kalos Region probably hasn't activated the ultimate weapon yet, and without the influence of the ultimate weapon's energy, Mega Stones might not have appeared.
"We will continue to maintain our state." Gerolt nodded. As the Knights Order Commander, he should bear this responsibility.
Draconis nodded. He scanned the ministers below, then said:
"That's all for now. Everyone, please continue your hard work!"
"Yes, Your Highness!"
Everyone dispersed one after another.
Draconis sat on the throne, contemplating the path ahead.
So far, although everything in the territory is flourishing, there is still a considerable distance to go before entering the industrial age.
"100,000 satisfaction, a population of no less than 50,000, and public support of no less than 90..."
Of these three, Nimbasa City currently only meets the last one.
"So, the most important thing right now is to vigorously develop the population," Draconis pondered.
Several ways to increase the population came to his mind.
First, the people in the territory marry and have children on their own, but children take time to grow, and it takes a long cycle to develop.
Second, publicize through newspapers and other means to attract merchants, Commoners, and Scholars from other territories to settle here.
Third, accept refugees displaced by war and incorporate them as citizens.
At this rate, it would probably take several years of development to reach a population of 50,000.
However... Draconis suddenly remembered a clever method.
That is, Pokémon are also considered his subjects.
Therefore, an increase in the number of Pokémon in the territory can also be counted towards that 50,000 population.
So the question is, what kind of Pokémon are small, numerous, and suitable for living with humans?
Several Pokémon immediately appeared in Draconis's mind.
Flabébé, Floette, Petilil, Skitty, Milcery, Dedenne, Pichu, Eevee, Vulpix... Flabébé and Floette can take care of flower fields, Petilil can produce herbs and tend to farmland, Skitty can accompany the elderly... other Pokémon also have their own uses.
"I can try that later," Draconis thought to himself.
However, as the population grows, they also need to develop enough living spaces to accommodate so many people, as well as various supporting facilities, to meet people's daily needs.
Better housing, better food, and more entertainment options... The territory has developed to this point, and entertainment facilities are almost non-existent. It's time for his subjects to have some places to relieve boredom and enjoy themselves.
During the Roman period, nobles built the Roman Colosseum to satisfy their entertainment needs and display the empire's powerful military strength, having Slaves fight beasts for the enjoyment of the nobility and knight class.
Draconis recalled the appearance and layout of the Roman Colosseum in his mind. Perhaps they could modify it into a Trainer arena that suits the customs of the Pokémon world.
Thinking of this, Draconis sent someone to call the castle designer, Elena, and then explained his idea to her.
"Hmm... an arena, where Trainers command Magical Beasts to spar and battle, for the audience to watch and be entertained..." Elena's face showed a thoughtful expression.
Draconis nodded: "Exactly, my idea is for an open-air arena similar to this."
With that, Draconis pushed a rough sketch of the Roman Colosseum he had drawn in front of Elena.
"Some Magical Beast moves might cause damage to the roof, so I decided to adopt an open-air design. The central area at the bottom is for Magical Beast battles, and the surrounding circular stands are for the audience to watch," Draconis slowly explained.
Looking at this building, which could be called a wonder, Elena's eyes immediately lit up.
"Such a design is a miracle! Your Highness, you are truly amazing!"
Draconis: "..." There's no need to praise him so much.
"How is it? Can it be done?" Draconis asked.
"Of course!" Elena's eyes were bright: "Battles between Magical Beast Masters will definitely be a very popular event for people. At that time, countless people will come here to watch the battles!"
And not only that, Elena had a premonition that if this building could be completed, they would surely be recorded in history!
"Then I'm relieved." The more Draconis thought about it, the more he felt it was a good idea. The arena's competitions would definitely attract many nobles and Commoners from other territories to watch.
When they come to Nimbasa City, they will surely eat and stay here, and buy the local specialties produced here.
This could also greatly promote the commercial development of the entire Nimbasa City.
"In that case, the arena will be supervised by you, and Alfred and the workers will fully cooperate with your work," Draconis said.
"Rest assured, Your Highness, I, Elena, will not let you down!" Elena promised.
In fact, she had already thought about how to build it.
The bottom will be laid with mortar, and the stands will be cast with three layers of concrete... "Oh, right, Elena." Draconis suddenly remembered another thing.
"What is it, Your Highness?" Elena looked over, puzzled.
"The scale of the arena doesn't need to be too large," Draconis said. The larger the scale, the longer the construction time and the more materials required.
They would have to invest a lot of manpower and resources, which would be extremely detrimental to the development of the territory.
If Draconis remembered correctly, the Roman Colosseum could accommodate over ninety thousand spectators at its largest. Their arena doesn't need to be that large yet.
"It only needs to accommodate ten thousand people," Draconis said. "When the residents in the territory increase and there are endless gold coins in the castle's treasury, we can then expand the arena."
Elena thought for a moment and quickly understood Draconis's meaning.
She nodded gently and said, "I understand, Your Highness."
Elena, having received her new task, turned and withdrew.
Draconis, meanwhile, returned to the top floor of the castle, to his own room.
He had intended to continue handling official business, but unexpectedly, he suddenly heard a commotion from below.
"nini?"
Several Pokémon looked a bit puzzled.
Draconis was equally puzzled.
He walked to the room's balcony, and as soon as he saw the scene below, he froze in place.
The bustling humans and Pokémon... "Prince Draconis!"
Seeing Draconis emerge, all the humans and Pokémon living in the territory below were extremely happy.
Today, it was not only important to Draconis, but also very important to them.
Because Prince Draconis, who had led them from ignorance to prosperity in this unfamiliar land, finally, like other kings, had a magnificent castle!
Everyone was happy for Draconis, because everyone here believed that their Prince deserved it.
Not just humans, but many Pokémon who were once enslaved by humans in the Royal City were also very happy.
Machoke, Conkeldurr, Machop... they mingled in the crowd, vigorously waving their arms, their faces full of joyful smiles, completely devoid of their former timidity and fear.
"Sister, this is wonderful!" Joy Chun tugged at her sister Joy Rin's sleeve, her voice filled with excitement.
Joy Rin nodded gently. Since they came to this territory, they had never encountered the things they used to.
Here, no one considers them an ominous symbol. Not only that, people even thank them when they help treat injuries and illnesses!
And all of this was because of Prince Draconis.
He allowed them to live in this territory and even found them a job.
Compared to The First Prince and The Second Prince, or even the Old King, Joy Rin felt that their Prince Draconis was a true king who loved his subjects.
If the next king of the kingdom were Prince Draconis, that would be wonderful, Joy Rin couldn't help but think.
That way, all the suffering humans and Magical Beasts in this land would be liberated.
People were celebrating.
Draconis, on the other hand, suddenly received a notification.
[Public Support +5! Current Public Support: 100 (Max)!]
[Hint: When Public Support is full, all subjects in the territory will work together, and everyone's work efficiency will be greatly improved!]
Draconis paused slightly, then quickly realized.
His subjects were happy about the completion of the castle and had spontaneously gathered here to celebrate together!
At this moment, as their lord, he had to say something.
Looking at the human and Pokémon subjects below, Draconis's gaze swept over the familiar yet unfamiliar faces.
He raised his hand slightly, and the bustling crowd quickly quieted down.
Draconis said aloud: "Thank you all for your continuous efforts. I believe today is a truly significant day for us."
"The castle is built, which means our Nimbasa City is officially established. The name of Nimbasa City will slowly spread throughout the world!"
"Here, there is no oppression, no slavery. Both humans and Magical Beasts can live happily together in this city."
Below, the humans' faces showed bright smiles.
The Pokémon's faces also showed happy smiles.
They nodded, indicating that Draconis was right!
Draconis smiled slightly, then continued: "In the future, I ask everyone to continue to work hard together to build our Nimbasa City, to build our common home!"
"I announce that humans and Magical Beasts will begin to unite from this point forward!"
Night fell, the starry sky enveloped the earth, and gentle moonlight bathed the world.
With the power of Ampharos, Nimbasa City remained brightly lit even in the pitch-black night.
Thanks to Draconis's words earlier in the day, after some discussion, the people of Nimbasa City decided to designate today as Thanksgiving, to express gratitude for Prince Draconis's kindness and to commemorate the friendship between humans and Magical Beasts.
In the city, people were gathered for a banquet, celebrating the holiday together.
Draconis stood on the castle balcony, gazing at the brightly lit Nimbasa City below.
Kyurem stood silently beside him.
Dragonite and Minccino, on the other hand, had curiously run off into the town to play with the other Pokémon there.
"I sense it," Kyurem's voice suddenly echoed in Draconis's mind.
"What?" Draconis turned to look at Kyurem.
"A very mysterious power." Kyurem stared intently at the humans and Magical Beasts celebrating together below.
"Power?" Draconis was slightly taken aback. What power?
"The power of faith. This is the bond between you and these humans and Magical Beasts. That power is continuously being released from them and gathering around you," Kyurem explained.
This power is also an extremely nourishing substance for it, as a vessel, just as human belief is to Zekrom and Reshiram.
The stronger human belief is, the more powerful Zekrom and Reshiram can become than they originally were.
And it, too, can absorb these powers as sustenance, filling its vessel to gain energy.
However, when Draconis heard the name of this power, he immediately froze in place.
Power of faith?
This thing also exists in the Pokémon world?
No... emotions themselves are a form of power in the Pokémon world, Draconis quickly realized.
"Is it useful to you?" Draconis asked.
"Naturally." Kyurem nodded slightly.
"In that case, then absorb this power!" Draconis said with a smile, looking at Kyurem before him.
Kyurem was slightly startled.
"I am very grateful that you are willing to come out and help me, Kyurem," Draconis said truthfully. "If it were purely based on strength, Dragonite and I probably wouldn't have gained your approval, yet you still allowed us to pass the test."
"Kyurem, I actually heard your name a long time ago. Back then, I really liked your personality. Although you appear very cold on the surface, you actually have a very passionate heart, don't you?"
Hearing these words, Kyurem fell silent.
There was no expression on its face, and its aura remained incredibly cold.
Kyurem stared fixedly at Draconis.
A moment later, it said nothing, merely turned its massive body, took heavy steps, left the balcony, and returned to the bedroom, leaving Draconis with only a telepathic message.
"It's getting late. I should rest."
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