Moon Version, Part 30: Advancing Scientific Knowledge
- Nintai3301
- May 6, 2017
- 4 min read
Ren and Nuztai shook hands and began to prepare for their next missions. Ren was one of the other skilled trainers Looker had recruited, and after finally getting to meet him, Nuztai understood why. Each had caught multiples of the UBs they were sent after, and upon agreeing to trade, Ren was sure to examine them carefully before choosing which he wanted. They agreed to trade again after their next mission, should they both be so successful. Nuztai was just glad to be able to add the UB Kartana to his living ‘dex.As Nuztai and Anabel were about to leave for their next destination, Anabel grew faint, nearly collapsing. Looker and Nuztai caught her, and she described it as a sudden bout of vertigo.
“I’ve felt fine for the most part, but I’ve really pushed myself against these UBs.” She explained. “They always seem unusually aggressive when they spot me, as if they are treating me as prey or an enemy…”
“I… I am sure it is only your imagination, Chief!” replied Looker. “You must just be exhausted!”
“...I let myself in.” said a voice from the doorway. Everyone turned to see officer Nanu enter the room. “What a crew you have here, Anabel. 100kr, or wait, no… It’s ‘Looker’ now, isn’t it? And the First Champion of Alola, now wanted for questioning regarding the island guardians.”
“He’s protecting the people of Alola! You can’t take him in!” Begged Anabel as she got up.
“Relax.” Nanu said with a motion of his hands, “I’m not under any orders to take him in. I’m only here to bring you intel on the UB sighting on Ula’Ula. It’s the one you’re calling Blaster.”
“You’re sure of this?” Asked Looker
“I’m the Kahuna of Ula’ula.” assured Nanu. “If you don’t do something about that monster for me, our guardian’s not gonna be happy”
“What do I care about your ‘guardian’s’ happiness?” scoffed Nuztai.
“Careful, lad.” growled Nanu. “Mess with Tapu Bulu and I WILL have to arrest you. Stick to catching these UBs and I’ll work on clearing your name.”
“Oh but I…”
“Don’t finish that sentence…” Interrupted Nanu. “unless you want me to drag you out of here in cuffs right now.” He shot an irritated glance to Nuztai and left.
The sightings, fortunately for Nuztai, were in the secluded Haina Desert, where he was unlikely to be spotted. UNfortunately, the sandstorms of the desert seemed unusually active, and made visibility rough. After a short while of looking, Nuztai walked into what he thought was a steel pole. But when the pole moved to attack him, he realized it was the UB he was looking for.
Bela led with Hypnosis, followed by Dragon Hammer and Seed Bomb, but they had little effect. Nuztai swapped to Gadreel and attacked with Psychic. Blaster awoke and protected itself with an Iron Defense, and began firing seed bombs. Gadreel Yawned while brushing off the attack. Blaster boosted its Iron Defense, only to be blasted by Gadreel’s Shadow Ball, and then succumb to sleep. Another Shadow Ball and Psychic attack later, Blaster was weak, but awoke to fire Seed Bombs at Gadreel once more. Nuztai used a Max Potion, but the Seed Bomb barrage continued. Gadreel got in another Yawn, but Nuztai still had to use another Max Potion to keep him in it before Blaster fell asleep. A toss of a Beast Ball and Celesteela was registered to the living ‘dex.
No sooner had Nuztai transferred the Celesteela’s Pokéball then another appeared to challenge him. Nuztai reflexively sent in Bela, but used the chance to use Hypnosis and switch immediately to Gadreel. Gadreel blasted with Shadow Ball and Ice Beam, but Celesteela awoke and began firing Seed Bombs. Nuztai decided to take the hits and keep firing Ice Beams, intermittently healing, until Celesteela was weak. Finally, Gadreel used Yawn, Nuztai healed him once more, and as Celesteela fell asleep, Nuztai tossed a Beast Ball, successfully capturing another.
But the surprises weren’t over yet. As the second ball transferred away, a third shadow appeared. A form appeared through the sand and wind to quickly slam a punch, barely missing Nuztai. Given the size and shape, Nuztai could only assume it was none other than Tapu Bulu. The midst of the dessert turned green with the effects of its Grassy Terrain and Nuztai sent in Bela. Natures Madness weakened Bela, who tried to follow up with Hypnosis. But Tapu Bulu withstood and slammed Bela with Megahorn, ending the massive plant dragon. Nuztai send in Metatron to continue weakening the pig fairy. The two began trading blows, the grass terrain healing Tapu Bulu regularly.
But just as Bulu was weakened, the Grass Terrain dissipated, and Nuztai switched in Gadreel. Bulu hit with a Zen Headbutt, but Gadreel used its Yawn. Nuztai swapped to Metatron again, knowing it could take the Megahorn better than Gadreel should it happen again. Instead, Metatron was hit with a Zen Headbutt before Bulu fell asleep. It took three Timer Balls before it was caught.
“What have you done?!” expressed a voice from the sands. Nuztai squinted to see Nanu walking up.
“I’m advancing scientific knowledge.” replied Nuztai.
“By taking Tapu Bulu from it’s home?!” growled Nanu. “Get off my island. If I ever see you again, I’m putting you behind bars.” Nuztai wasted no time and used the ride pager to summon his escape. Nanu watched him fly off and Nuztai just looked back at the body of Bela the Exeggutor he was forced to leave behind…
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