The moment Kai touched the Pokéball, the System pulsed again—quiet, confident, and absolute.
[SELECTION CONFIRMED]Partner Chosen: Shinx ♂Potential: MasterLevel: 5 (Beginner)Type: ElectricNature: BraveGender: Male
Shinx stepped forward from the lineup. His fur shimmered faintly with static as his gold eyes locked onto Kai. The little Electric-type didn't flinch or hesitate.
He simply nodded, like the choice had been mutual.
Kai grinned.
"Hey there… Volt."
The System responded with a soft ping:
Nickname Registered: Volt
Starter Bonus Unlocked– 500₽ Added to Balance– Pokéball ×4 Received– League ID (Provisional) Generated
A side drawer on the wall slid open with a mechanical click. Inside was a trainer's pouch with four Pokéballs, a temporary ID card, and a basic League communicator.
Kai grabbed it, thumbing over the card.
Trainer Class: IndependentRegistration: Pending Final League ApprovalOrigin: Unverified
He pocketed it and turned to Volt, who now sat by his feet, tail swishing with energy.
STATS — SHINX (Volt)Level: 5HP: 21Attack: 14Defense: 10Sp. Attack: 10Sp. Defense: 9Speed: 13
Ability: Intimidate – Lowers opponent's Attack when entering battleMoves: Tackle, Leer, ChargeStatus: HealthyBond Level: 1
Kai exhaled slowly.
"Alright. You're not just my first partner… you're the start of something big."
[SYSTEM UPDATE – FUNCTION: SCAN]Scan allows you to analyze Pokémon, items, and opponents.In battle, reveals stats and traits of enemies (based on bond and experience).Out of battle, offers insight into growth paths, evolution hints, and more.
[SYSTEM UPDATE – FUNCTION: STORE]Access limited shop inventory. More unlocks through Trainer Rank.Current Stock:– Pokéball: 200₽– Potion: 300₽– Oran Berry: 100₽– Antidote: 150₽
[QUEST UNLOCKED: First Clash]Objective: Win your first Trainer Battle within 48 hours.Optional Condition: Battle a registered trainer during League Registration.
Rewards:– 1000₽– Pokéball ×4– Oran Berry ×1– Unlock Feature: Trainer Rank– System XP Boost
Kai read the screen and raised an eyebrow.
"Trainer battle, huh? Not wild Pokémon—another person."
His fingers closed around Volt's Pokéball.
"Guess I'll register properly at Viridian City… and punch someone in the ego while I'm at it."
Professor Oak, who had been watching silently, finally spoke.
"You'll have to walk, I'm afraid. No transport for unregistered trainers."
"Wasn't expecting a limo," Kai replied. "I'll take my steps like everyone else. Or... like the people who aren't everyone else."
Oak's expression was unreadable. But there was something in his eyes—like he saw a shadow stirring in the boy standing in front of him.
Kai turned toward the door, Volt hopping beside him with silent steps and lightning crackling from his paws.
The road ahead wasn't paved with privilege. No guaranteed sponsorships. No elite starter. No fame.
But he had a partner.
He had the System.
And most of all—
He had something to prove.