The first rays of dawn crept through the window, stirring Riven from his sleep. His mind was already racing with plans — today was a training day, dedicated to honing the skills of his team and tending the farm. The system had been clear: growth was a balance of nurturing Pokémon strength and improving farm infrastructure.
The soft chime of the system echoed in his room.
[Farmbound System — Morning Update]
Time: 05:45 AM
Farm Level: 2
FP: 117
SP: 74
Pokémon Owned: 4 / 60
Daily Quest #5 Available: YES
Weekly Quest #2 Available: Locked (Unlocks in 6 days)
Yearly Quest: Active
[Daily Quest #5: Morning Training Routine]
Objectives:
Conduct physical training exercises with all Pokémon (2 hours)
Perform synergy drills (teamwork-based moves)
Harvest and water 10 Berry Bushes
Report progress to system
Rewards:
15 FP
10 SP
Unlock access to new training equipment
Riven rubbed the sleep from his eyes, excitement bubbling beneath his calm exterior. Training days were his favorite — not just for the progress his Pokémon would make, but for the bond that grew with each step.
Out in the open field near the newly installed watering system, Riven called out, "Alright team! Let's get moving!"
Riolu, now sleek and powerful at Level 9, bounced eagerly on its paws. Shinx flicked its tail, eyes shining. Purrloin twitched its ears attentively, and Buneary stretched with energy.
[System Notification]
"Physical training exercises: Running, strength drills, and agility courses. Duration: 2 hours."
Riven began with simple jogging circuits around the farm perimeter. Riolu set the pace, his fists glowing faintly as he pushed himself harder with each lap.
"Keep your focus, Riolu," Riven encouraged. "Feel your aura. It's not just strength, it's control."
Riolu responded, increasing speed, landing precise jumps and sprints. Meanwhile, Shinx zipped through an agility course Riven set up with makeshift cones — weaving sharply, attacking with short Thunder Shocks on command to simulate battle pressure.
Purrloin showed impressive dexterity, darting through narrow spaces with ease, practicing feints and dodges.
Buneary, still young and inexperienced, stumbled a few times but persevered, her determination shining brighter than any skill she lacked.
[System Update]
Riolu — +800 XP
Shinx — +600 XP
Purrloin — +700 XP
Buneary — +400 XP
After the run, Riven switched to strength drills — pushing boulders with Riolu, lifting logs, and practicing quick, precise strikes with the help of Shinx's static electricity to strengthen their muscles.
"Remember, it's about technique as much as power," Riven reminded, demonstrating a controlled punch to Riolu.
The system next suggested teamwork exercises — synergy drills designed to teach the Pokémon to fight as a cohesive unit.
Riven arranged the team in pairs: Riolu with Shinx, and Purrloin with Buneary.
The goal: use combination moves that boosted each other's abilities. Riolu and Shinx practiced Metal Claw followed by Spark, maximizing physical and electric damage in sequence.
Purrloin worked on sneaky attacks, using Fake Out to distract opponents while Buneary followed with a Quick Attack strike.
Once the training session ended, Riven turned his attention to the farm itself. The watering system was working beautifully — berry bushes already showed signs of thriving with the steady irrigation.
He took a basket and harvested ripe Oran berries, careful to prune and tend the bushes afterward.
[Daily Quest Update]
"Harvest and water 10 berry bushes completed. Progress reporting…"
The system responded with a satisfying ping:
[Quest Completed — Daily Quest #5]
Rewards: 15 FP, 10 SP
New Item Unlocked: Basic Training Dummy — can be used to simulate attacks and improve move accuracy
Riven smiled — a new tool meant new possibilities.
Before nightfall, Riven set up the basic training dummy in a clearing.
"Let's work on move accuracy and timing," he said.
Riolu struck the dummy repeatedly, each hit sharp and precise, learning to focus his Metal Claw to weak points. Shinx practiced short-range Thunder Shocks, timing the sparks to hit the moving target. Purrloin danced around, using Fake Out to strike the dummy from behind, improving stealth techniques.
Buneary worked on her Quick Attack, rushing in short bursts to land solid hits.
[System Notification]
"Training efficiency increased by 15%. Pokémon happiness and bond level increased."
The last rays of sun faded behind the horizon, and Riven sat back, satisfied.
As the stars blinked awake, the system delivered a detailed message:
[System Briefing]
"Trainer, effective training requires balance. Physical exercises improve raw stats: strength, speed, stamina.""Synergy drills enhance team coordination, unlocking combination moves and battle strategies.""Consistent care of your farm increases resource generation, which funds equipment and Pokémon supplies."
"Daily quests keep progress steady; weekly and yearly quests challenge you to achieve greater milestones."
"Invest SP in abilities or farm upgrades to accelerate growth."
"Use new items like training dummies to simulate battles and refine your Pokémon's skills."
Riven absorbed the knowledge. The system wasn't just a tool; it was a mentor guiding him toward mastery.
Later that night, as the farm settled into peaceful silence, Riven found Riolu sitting beside him, eyes bright with trust.
"Good job today, buddy," Riven said softly. "We're going to get stronger… together."
Riolu let out a low, affectionate growl and nudged his hand.
The farm was growing. His Pokémon were growing. And so was Riven.
Tomorrow would bring new challenges, but for tonight, progress was enough.
[Daily Summary]
Farm Level: 2
FP: 132
SP: 84
Pokémon Team Levels: Riolu (Lvl 9), Shinx (Lvl 6), Purrloin (Lvl 7), Buneary (Lvl 2)
Quests Completed Today: Daily Quest #5 (Training and Farm Care)