Chapter 748 - Control Porygon, upgrade the system

The system invaded the central computer database of the radio station through micro-currents, directly capturing the Porygon that was resting comfortably within it. The Porygon held by Aoki looked around in confusion, uncertain of what was happening. As an artificially created Pokemon, Porygon wasn't as advanced as Mewtwo. It lacked true independent thought, with all its expressions and movements being calculated responses based on data analysis. Essentially, it functioned more like an artificial intelligence computer with simulated expressions. Its advanced data processing capabilities allowed it to mimic normal Pokemon behavior with convincing expressions and decision-making abilities.

This made it somewhat similar to Rotom, though Rotom possessed genuine consciousness and a soul. Therefore, all of Porygon's displayed emotions were merely illusions. That said, its current confused expression did reflect its actual processing state. With the system's assistance, Aoki prevented the Porygon from escaping by firmly gripping its smooth, slippery body. The surface made it difficult to maintain hold through physical strength alone, requiring the system's micro-currents to keep it secured to Aoki's hand.

Creating another dimensional space with a wave of his right hand against the wall - distinct from the one used previously on the Team Galactic members - Aoki entered this new space alongside Gengar and the captured Porygon. Releasing his grip inside this electronic-free zone was necessary, as the Porygon would immediately attempt to merge with any nearby technology. Within this artificial dimension, the Porygon scanned its surroundings futilely for any interface points.

The system displayed the Porygon's profile data:

Porygon (Insufficient data for complete analysis)

Gender: Genderless

Level: 30

Type: Normal

Ability: Download

Held Items: None

Egg Moves: None

Basic Moves: Conversion, Conversion 2, Tackle, Sharpen, Psybeam, Agility, Recover, Magnet Rise, Signal Beam

TM Moves: None

Being the first encounter with this Pokemon species, the system couldn't immediately determine its potential, though extended analysis would reveal this information. Aoki had researched Porygon extensively in his previous life without success, making this his first actual encounter with the digital Pokemon.

Porygon possessed two exceptionally powerful signature moves granted by Team Rocket during its creation: Conversion and Conversion 2. The Conversion move allowed type alteration based on its first used move (slightly modified from original mechanics). For example, using a Fire-type move first would change Porygon's type to Fire. Conversion 2 worked differently, altering its type in reaction to opponents' moves to gain resistance. Against a Fire attack, it could shift to Water-type. However, dual-typed opponents created limitations - facing a Bug/Flying type using Bug attacks wouldn't permit a Flying-type shift, only Fire or Steel. Failed conversions occurred when no suitable defensive type existed. Most advantageously, using Conversion 2 against Psychic attacks would make it Dark-type, granting complete immunity.

This adaptive capability represented Porygon's greatest strength - analyzing situations to gain tactical advantages through type manipulation. However, Aoki's primary interest wasn't combat applications. Summoning Slowking, the level 30 Porygon stood little chance against the near-champion Pokemon and was quickly subdued, allowing easy capture via Pokeball.

This marked only the beginning. Releasing Porygon, Aoki placed his right hand upon it. As an emotionless data construct, what followed wouldn't violate any ethical boundaries. Aoki intended the system to establish complete control over Porygon, essentially treating it as a sophisticated computer for system integration.

"Beep. External database detected. Initiate access?" the system queried internally.

"Access granted. Full integration authorized," Aoki commanded.

"Beep! Task initialized. External subsystem creation in progress. Data backup commencing. Base connection established..." The system sequentially executed protocols. Unlike standard computers that would disconnect when Aoki severed the micro-current link, implanting a virtual subsystem within Porygon would maintain permanent access. This would allow continuous control and data sharing, with Porygon's observations transmitted visually through the system interface.

Once integrated, Aoki could command Porygon precisely while retaining its analytical functions. In this world, only Aoki himself could be completely trusted. With Porygon's capabilities, he could simultaneously manage Pokemon in separate locations. Though unable to physically interact, Porygon could project Aoki's influence and relay communications accurately through its audio systems. This remote management capacity formed the core reason for seeking Porygon.

As Aoki waited patiently for the integration process, seated on the ground, the system announced: "External subsystem established. Database import successful. External system detected. Upgrade available?"

This unexpected development surprised Aoki - an upgrade possibility had never been mentioned before. Was Porygon's unique nature enabling this?

"Proceed with upgrade," Aoki confirmed after brief hesitation.

"Upgrade initiated. Primary system entering dormant state. Basic scanning functions retained. Awaiting upgrade completion." With this announcement, both the system and the newly controlled Porygon deactivated, the Pokemon collapsing limply to the ground as both entered standby mode.

The integration process continued silently within the artificial dimension, the Porygon's digital form occasionally flickering with data pulses as the system's upgrade protocols rewrote its fundamental programming structures. Aoki observed the process carefully, noting how the Pokemon's normally rigid geometric form seemed to soften at the edges during the recalibration, its polygonal surfaces shifting through a spectrum of colors corresponding to different type energies. Nearby, Gengar monitored the procedure with professional interest, its shadowy form occasionally extending tendrils to test the boundaries of the dimensional space before withdrawing them thoughtfully.

Periodically, the Porygon would emit soft electronic chimes - not the standard mechanical sounds of its species, but rather the distinctive alert tones of the system performing diagnostic checks. The air carried a faint ozone scent from the energy exchanges occurring between Aoki's implanted systems and the artificial Pokemon's circuitry. Outside this pocket dimension, the radio station's computers continued operating normally, completely unaware that their digital guardian had been extracted and was currently undergoing profound transformation in an alternate reality mere inches from their servers.