Lin Fan looked down at the Joltik shaking its head. Perhaps because its level was too low right after birth, its aura visibly strengthened under the effect of the Insect Plate.
However, in response, it needed more energy, meaning its appetite grew larger...
Fortunately, the Joltik at this time didn't require much electricity; otherwise, Lin Fan was truly afraid this adorable little guy would drain his home's power.
To be safe, Lin Fan quickly chose to Charge his phone, just in case.
The moment the phone screen lit up upon connecting to the charger, the Joltik's gaze was immediately drawn to it, curiously observing this strange object.
"Joltik?"
Can it also eat electricity?
Lin Fan stroked the Joltik's fluff and said with a smile, "This is called a phone; it also needs electricity to work."
The Joltik nodded thoughtfully, then lay on the power strip, staring intently at the charging phone, who knows what it was thinking in its tiny head.
After confirming the little guy was quietly absorbing electricity, Lin Fan also sat down, opened his computer, and pondered how to train the Joltik.
Compound Eyes is a pretty good ability. Pokémon with this ability possess extremely excellent dynamic vision, allowing them to capture the movements of opposing Pokémon, thereby increasing their move's accuracy.
However, besides anticipating the opponent's actions, significantly reducing the opponent's speed directly might be a more convenient method.
Joltik can learn the move "Electroweb." Pokémon enveloped by Electroweb will experience a certain slowing effect.
Aside from Electroweb, Joltik will automatically learn the move "Sticky Web" upon evolving into Galvantula, which also reduces the speed of opponents who come into contact with the web. Lin Fan guessed this is because the stickiness of Joltik's silk will automatically increase after evolution. If that's the reason, by conducting relevant training and cultivation for Joltik beforehand, it might be able to learn this move early.
Unlike Electroweb, this is a field move, meaning it will persist unless cleared by the opponent, continuously slowing down Pokémon that come into contact with it.
Combining the two would definitely make opposing Pokémon suffer immensely.
Furthermore, as an Electric-type Pokémon, Joltik can naturally learn "Thunder Wave," an incredibly annoying status move. Opponents afflicted with paralysis will not only be slowed down but also occasionally experience muscle spasms due to the current, rendering them unable to move.
The combination of all three is truly as disgusting as a troublemaker.
Thinking of this, Lin Fan's gaze flickered to the Joltik, coincidentally meeting its eyes.
Looking at the little guy's eyes, full of innocence and childlike purity, Lin Fan suddenly felt a strange sense of guilt.
He felt like he was that evil uncle who leads children astray, what was going on...
Shaking his head to clear the strange thoughts, Lin Fan closed his computer, deciding to take a break before starting to train the Joltik.
After all, the little guy had just been born, so it was better not to rush things.
Although Pokémon possess a physique similar to a human child of three to five years old right after birth, and with the Insect Plate further enhancing its physique, the current Joltik could already participate in a formal battle, but...
Hmm, the more he thought about it, the more something felt off. What 'but'? If he thought any further, Joltik would be able to punch Kyogre and kick Groudon directly.
Interrupting his dangerous thoughts, Lin Fan was deep in thought when he suddenly remembered something.
"Hey, Beedrill, why are you so quiet? This is your new companion, you know."
He shook Beedrill's Poké Ball in his hand, and only then did Beedrill reluctantly emerge, completely devoid of its previous battle-hardened coolness, instead appearing somewhat shy.
Lin Fan marveled, never expecting Beedrill to have this side to it.
Compared to Beedrill's shyness, the newly born and well-fed Joltik was quite bold. It scurried on its short legs towards Beedrill, curiously looking up at it, and tentatively poked Beedrill's round belly with its front leg.
"Joltik ~"
Facing the little guy's friendliness, Beedrill's body instantly tensed for a moment, but quickly returned to normal. It extended its right hand and touched Joltik, indicating friendliness.
"Screech!"
Lin Fan, who had watched the entire interaction, nodded with relief. If children don't get along, it's often the elder's fault. Fortunately, he was an upright young man, and his Pokémon automatically inherited his excellent virtues, being very affectionate with each other.
Amidst his musings, Joltik suddenly let out a big yawn, its body swaying from side to side.
Beedrill's eyes widened. Had it used too much force just now and hurt Joltik?
Lin Fan gave Beedrill a speechless flick on the head as it moved its body left and right, trying to figure out what was wrong with Joltik.
"Joltik was just born and just ate its fill. It's sleepy, don't disturb it. Beedrill, you're acting strange. You can't even tell Joltik wants to sleep. What's wrong, is this your first time having a new companion, and you're not mentally prepared yet?"
Facing Lin Fan's inquiry, Beedrill squirmed a bit, then nodded sheepishly.
It was very good at battling, even like a cold-blooded assassin.
But it wasn't ready to live with another Pokémon from now on.
After all, it used to survive alone in the wild and had no experience living with other Pokémon; instead, it had more experience being with humans.
Lin Fan chuckled, patting Beedrill reassuringly.
"We'll have more companions in the future. You're the big brother of the team. When I'm not around, I'll rely on you to look after the younger ones. You need to adapt soon."
Facing Lin Fan's teasing words, Beedrill was silent for a moment, then nodded firmly. It turned to look at the Joltik, who had fallen into a deep sleep at some point, and carefully extended its Double Needle, cradling the Joltik, slowly transferring it to its soft nest.
The sleeping Joltik groggily kicked its legs, rolled over, and continued to snore peacefully, a serene expression on its face, looking very relaxed.
"Screech!"
The Trainer's will, I shall inherit!
Lin Fan was speechless; next time, he wouldn't let Beedrill watch those chuunibyou shows.
Stretching, Lin Fan's mood also relaxed considerably.
He had been wondering what to fill the wild combat training part with, but now it was good; he could use that time to take care of Joltik.
Speaking of which, Zhang Rou has an Elite-level Ampharos. Her research on Electric-type Pokémon should be very deep. After some time, when Joltik grows a bit, he can go ask her for advice.
Tsk, thinking about it this way, it felt full of future potential.
......
The first week of school, Lin Fan's life was very fulfilling.
Training classes at school, sparring missions at the club, daily training, taking care of Joltik, and writing papers when he had time—everything was proceeding in an orderly manner.
Time flew by like a white steed, and in a blink of an eye, it was Saturday, the start date of the first training plan.