To the Skies: A Pokémon Adventure[369]

"A long time ago," Naoki began, "there were two legendary Pokémon known as Groudon and Kyogre."

"One represented the land, and the other the sea. They were locked in an endless battle, each trying to expand their dominion. Groudon's power caused the earth to scorch and the volcanoes to erupt, while Kyogre's influence brought torrential rains and massive floods."

"Their clash was so intense that the entire world was plunged into chaos. Heavy rains and dense dark clouds blanketed the skies, making it seem like the world was nearing its end."

"The people, desperate and terrified, began to pray for salvation. They turned their hopes to the heavens, pleading for someone to intervene and save them."

Naoki's voice grew softer, more dramatic. "And then, as if in response to their prayers, the dark clouds parted, and a beam of radiant light pierced through the sky."

"A majestic and heroic Dragon-type Pokémon descended from the heavens. It was Rayquaza, the protector of the skies."

"Rayquaza's power was unparalleled. It confronted Groudon and Kyogre and engaged them in a fierce battle. The Dragon Pokémon's strength and will proved superior, and after punishing them severely, it forced Groudon to retreat deep into the volcanoes and Kyogre to slumber in an underwater cave."

"The world was saved. To honor Rayquaza's heroism, the people built the Sky Pillar, a towering monument that reaches the heavens. Inside, murals were painted to immortalize the tale of Rayquaza's bravery and its act of saving the world."

As Naoki finished, he looked at the three dragon-type Pokémon before him. They gazed at him with wide-eyed admiration, fully enraptured by the story.

Cyclizar was the first to react. "Gaoo!" (That's amazing!)

Dragonite was so immersed in the tale that it puffed out its chest as though imagining itself as the hero of the story. Koraidon's face twitched with emotion, its usually calm demeanor showing a flicker of awe.

Naoki chuckled. "Dragonite, you know, you've actually seen Rayquaza and Kyogre before," he said, recalling an old story.

Dragonite tilted its head, confused. "Awoo?" (Really?)

"Remember last year, when you told me about encountering a mysterious shiny dragon in the eye of a typhoon at sea?" Naoki prompted.

Dragonite froze, its eyes widening as a shiny, serpentine figure flashed in its memory.

"Awoo!" (That was Rayquaza?)

Naoki nodded with a grin. "And the enormous blue Pokémon you battled at sea, the one that bested you, was none other than Kyogre, the lord of the oceans."

Dragonite seemed a bit taken aback. Back then, the Pokémon hadn't introduced itself, so it had always assumed it was just a particularly strong, big fish-like Pokémon."

"You're incredibly lucky," Naoki said.

Dragonite's chest swelled with pride, while Cyclizar looked at it with newfound admiration.

"Alright, the story's over. Time for bed," Naoki said, rising to his feet.

But Dragonite was too excited to sleep. Once Naoki left, it turned to Koraidon and Cyclizar, its eyes gleaming with determination. "Awooo!" (Let's go find Rayquaza!)

Koraidon sighed, its expression unreadable. "Ah gah…" (Sounds pointless.) It turned and flopped onto the grass, uninterested.

Dragonite then turned to Cyclizar. "Awooo?" (What about you?)

Cyclizar hesitated. "Gao..." (I'd love to, but I don't have wings to fly.)

Dragonite frowned thoughtfully but soon brightened with an idea. It proposed putting Cyclizar into its Poké Ball and carrying it in a backpack while flying.

Cyclizar's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Gaoo!" (That's brilliant!)

But the plan wasn't foolproof. Naoki wouldn't approve of them leaving the ranch unsupervised.

Dragonite, however, puffed out its chest confidently. "Awoo awooo!" (Don't worry! I'll fly so fast we'll be back by sunrise, before Naoki even notices!)

Cyclizar, swept up in Dragonite's enthusiasm, agreed. The two began planning their secret nighttime adventure.

Cyclizar scurried back into the living room, where Calyrex was still watching TV. The king caught a glimpse of the Cyclizar's sneaky movements and, while a bit surprised, didn't say anything.

Cyclizar quickly found its Poké Ball from the rack and darted out the door.

Cyclizar felt a mix of nerves and excitement coursing through it.

Outside, some of the Pokémon in the ranch were still awake.

Ogerpon was sitting on the grass, chatting with Butterfree. When Ogerpon spotted Cyclizar and Dragonite moving with a sense of urgency, it called out curiously:

"Pon?" (Where are you off to?)

Cyclizar and Dragonite turned around, and Cyclizar enthusiastically shared Dragonite's idea with Ogerpon and Butterfree.

When the pair revealed their plan to search for the legendary hero Rayquaza, Ogerpon's adventurous spirit flared up immediately.

"Pon! Pon!" (I want to come too!) Ogerpon's starry eyes sparkled with excitement.

Butterfree, who had spent most of its life on the ranch, buzzed with anticipation at the thought of such an adventure.

Dragonite, exuding an air of authority, puffed out its chest and declared, "Awoo, awoo!" (Alright, but you both have to follow my lead!)

Ogerpon and Butterfree nodded eagerly.

Without delay, the two Pokémon snuck into the living room, retrieved their Poké Balls from the rack, and hopped into them for easier travel.

Dragonite slung its trusty delivery bag over its shoulder, placed the three Poké Balls inside, and waved a wing at Koraidon, bidding farewell before setting off. Their silhouettes disappeared into the night sky as they embarked on their journey to find the legendary Rayquaza.

Watching them vanish into the stars, Koraidon let out a soft sigh.

"Raooo…"

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