Pokémon Mystery Dungeon A New Era

Season 1 Episode 20: Weavile's Story

Weavile: …Ugh, where am I! Hold on, this isn't my place. Where the hell am I and why is my journal here with me? (A lamp is turned on and the audience (Ahem… you all) is staring at Weavile) Why are you all looking at me? Did you witness me tripping on my personal journal and felt unconscious for hours? (Someone from the audience points at the journal) Ehh… what? My personal journal, you must be crazy right? (Shocked) You want to know more about how I have become malicious and cold-hearted? (The audience nods yes) Hold on, you do? (Scoffs) Why are you all so interested in learning about my past? Did you all wish to hear me out for once? How much of a fool Herdier was? I don't know what to say, other than admiring how attentive and devoted you all are. Before I begin, I guess there's nothing else to say other than Happy Halloween, Happy Thanksgiving, Happy Holidays, Happy New Years and hope you all are safe at home during quarantine while I am telling you all this. Well then, I guess it is time to narrate. (Opens the journal) My name is Weavile, and I am going to tell you how this all began.

Flashbacks to the Snow Continent

Forty-years ago, before recently stumbling across my old personal journal, the Snow Continent was once a flourished continent. I grew up in a city called Glacier Square, also known as the Icicle Garden. This region, located up north of the world, is where most ice-types live. In your home world, our Snow Continent is identical to your Antarctica, in exclusion to no countries or continents have territorial claims in the Snow Continent. I can tell this sounds like a dream for those of you who want to experience a White Christmas even though Christmas has passed, and play in the mountains that are covered in sheets of snow, but not everyone gets to express joy during the holidays. You'd probably expect that for an ice-type, this would be a dream of a lifetime, which is true considering some Pokémon gain benefits from the snow, but we are all raised differently even if the environment serves an benefit for our survival.

Life for me wasn't always the greatest and on a personal level, I'm pretty sure not all of you, but some of you can relate. For those who can truly relate, have you ever been raised to those type of parents where they begin to regret the choice, they made to bring you into the world? As you grow over time, you get to learn more about their intentions in getting rid of you? Well, have they ever admitted, that they did not bother to put the time and effort to raise you and have done numerous times to abandon you as child? Well then, I shall explain to you all how my life was as a Sneasel was complete hell. Other than said, this is where it all started.

Mother: Gerald, what are we going to do with him? He is simply carrying a lot of weight in this house and we won't be able to maintain this house with him around.

Father: (Spots Sneasel from the living room) Lucile, this is not a good time to talk about this when Sneasel is around.

As a Sneasel, I was very ill-informed about the problems my mother and father had. I always grew close to them despite the circumstances.

Father: Sneasel, your mother and I have some personal… adult business to take care of, why don't you head over to your room and play with your toys.

Sneasel: (Groans) Dad, but you promised to take me to the game tonight!

Father: I'm afraid that won't be possible Sneasel.

Sneasel: (Tugs his father's arms) You keep making promises, but you never maintain them.

Father: (Fed up with Sneasel's complaints) Enough! I made my intentions clear Sneasel. Go to your room please.

Sneasel: (Storms at his room, locks the door, and stares at the ceiling for a while) I never get to have any fun. (Gets out of his bed and stares at the window watching the other Pokémon have fun in the snow) I have only lived here for three years but not a chance to go outside like the rest of the other Pokémon. Mom did question something about me, maybe a surprise?

I was never really a huge fan of surprises, but I was more than excited to hear that change was bound to come.

Father: Sneasel, come on, we're heading out.

Sneasel: Dad, where are we going?

Father: Your mother and I have decided that it is best that you start school at such a young age. Think of this as a grand opportunity where you get to explore new ideas and make new friends.

Sneasel: Will I be able to go play in the snow and explore dungeons?

Father: (Smiles) Oh, of course.

The way he said "oh", I knew something didn't seem right, but who am I to blame when you are a three-year old who is still learning new vocabulary and feel accustomed to the world. Though, their persuasion convinced me enough and I was excited to go to school because I have always sought for curiosity. We passed by a building that was exceptionally small, though, this is not what I've expected a school look like. I couldn't tell what the sign said because there was gunk covering most of the letters, not to mention some are faded making it difficult for me to view. When my parents spoke with the Pokémon in the desk, they told me that school is like being at home except you will be spending time there for a while meeting new faces. In other words, this felt like prison. I may or may not be correct, but isn't that for junior college though? Never mind.

I did what my father told about making new friends. As always, I wanted to make a good first impression, so I got to introduce myself to the new kids here at the school. Nevertheless, I did not get the same response back.

Sneasel: (Smiles gleefully) Hi, I'm Sneasel.

Machop: Who are you supposed to be?

Misdreavus: I do not like you.

Shinx: Me neither.

Regardless of their judgement, I had high expectations that this would be a great first year, to explore new things and maybe learn how to prepare for any expeditions, but I guess I was wrong. My first year living in this dump was not what I always have imagined. Day by day, kids began to tease me and insult me for who I am.

Charmander: Hey, Sneasel. I drew a picture for you!

Sneasel: Can I see?

Charmander: Sure, here you go! (Slams the drawing onto Sneasel's face and everyone laughs)

Sneasel: Hey, that hurts! You should apologize for your actions.

Charmander: Okay then, I'm sorry I did not slam this harder on your face! (Slams the drawing to his face harder and the kids laugh again)

After class, I asked Charmander why he slammed the drawing to me. He told me that he didn't like me at all. Everyone else agreed with him that they didn't like my caring personality, nor did they like my appearance. One even said that she feared the Dark types as they are thought to represent the worse out of the eighteen types because they are viewed quote by quote, "gruesome, malicious, cheaters". That is all a complete lie because we are not evil. Plus, one changes morale over time when the only thing they desire are inflicting pain to others in any way. These assumptions were getting on my nerves every day. I was a victim of getting bullied. And the bullying got worse over time. It went from verbal petty insults to physical acts of violence. (Flashbacks of several kids use their attacks on Sneasel) A Signal Beam on your left, a Mud-Slap on your right, they have begun to use their attacks on me. I was more of a pacifist because I didn't believe that retaliation was the way to differentiate our problems with each other. I tried so many times talking about our feelings so we can work things out but that didn't work. In the end, I felt hopeless.

After a rough year of living in that proclaimed school of mines, I see that there were families waiting for their kids to take back home. Though, there was something odd about this school. There was a total of fifty-eight kids in our group and a couple finished school because their parents were picking them up, assuming they finished school already.

A week has passed, and day by day, I grew concerned about mom and dad not showing up to take me back home. I began to worry about their safety hoping nothing had happen to them. I searched for one of the caretakers if they can provide me some answers to my parent's whereabouts, but they were all busy now. Later that night, I managed to find the caretaker that took me in.

Sneasel: Mister, do you think my mother and father will ever come and pick me up?

Caretaker: (Disgusted to tell him the truth) Sneasel, come with me. (Runs to the Caretaker's room) I believe we will be safe inside here. Look, I know that I am not allowed to tell you this because if any of the rest were to find out, I'd may lose my position here. A week before you were brought to us, your parents called me enquiring about an orphanage that takes care of children. I asked why they were enquiring for an orphanage and turns out that they could not support the child because this child was abandoned on the streets. They were not able to support him in any way which may cause financial issues. I'm reckoning the lost child they were referring to is you.

Sneasel: But I wasn't lost, my parents were there with me the whole time!

Caretaker: These kind Pokémon did bring you here where we will always protect you.

Sneasel: Kind? (Raises his voice) KIND?!

Caretaker: Lower your voice Sneasel.

Sneasel: (Horrified by the outcome) After all these years of existing, my parents wanted to get rid of me just so they can live happy?! I cannot believe that they would be this rotten to pull such a scheme like this!

I could not believe the bullshit they pull just to find a way to get rid of me. And their idea of finding a "lost child" it was best to disown me and put me into an orphanage. Falsely giving them information about how I was found on the streets and they decided on bringing me to this orphanage. Anger wasn't the only thing that was building inside of me, the hatred towards the other children inside the orphanage and my parents who have disowned me and abandoned me here.

The first time I got out of the orphanage was when I had the urge to go buy myself some berry juice. I know that we were supposed to be accompanied by one of the caretakers, but I decided that I didn't really need anyone to take care of me. So, I went off to the store, bought my berry juice, and went back to the orphanage. I had second thoughts about running away so that I can get away from there, but I knew that they would send a search party just to look for me. Nevertheless, I went out at the wrong time. It turns out that that I wasn't alone, Machop's gang snuck out of the orphanage.

Machop: What's this, Sneasel's outside? You are such a bad Pokémon.

Sneasel: Your taunts don't scare me.

Misdreavus: Oh, what's wrong Sneasel? Meowth got your tongue?

Shinx: Relax mate, you can always keep your cool with us.

Sneasel: I am not your mate, nor did I ask to join your petty group.

Machop: I wonder who taught you how to defend yourself.

Shinx: You know, we would have like you to be with us so we can show you the wonders of the outside world.

Sneasel: (Flashbacks about the day he was brought to the orphanage) I prefer to be alone.

Misdreavus: (Get closer blocking Sneasel's path) You see Sneasel, we are just a bunch of little kids, we get support from them. We never get in trouble for our mistakes. Even if it means we must do a little roughhousing.

Sneasel: I do not want to fight any of you.

Shinx: Oh, come on Sneasel. No one is watching to see you or hear you scream for help. (Tackles Sneasel)

Machop: Not everyone gets their fair share of a wondrous life Sneasel. (Karate Chops Sneasel)

The other day, they brought all the children ice cream as a merit for our well-being and by the time I got up to head to my room, the door was shut.

Sneasel: (Tries to open the door but is stuck) Why won't you open? (Uses Tackle and the door finally opens) My room! (Sees the entire room burnt to ashes) The toys, the bed, and my posters of famous explorers are all gone. (Begins to tear up and notices the opened window) Who would do such a thing?

Caretaker: Sneasel, what is all the… what happened here?! (Looks at the room and spots Sneasel leaning closer to the window) Where do you think you're going?

Sneasel: I saw this when I entered my room. I cannot believe they went to the extreme

Caretaker: Oh Sneasel, it's going to be okay. (Reaches his arm to Sneasel)

Sneasel: (Removes the Caretaker's arm away from his shoulder) No, it's been almost a year since this has been going on. I grew tired coming to you all whenever something happens to me. All this time, you nor anyone else haven't done a single thing to end this bullying. (The Caretaker tries to speak) You do not get a saying in this. If you were doing your job properly, this wouldn't have happened in the first place. Hell, I wouldn't have even been here in the first place! Some orphanage this turned out to be.

Caretaker: (Yells) Enough, Sneasel! We as caretakers have a responsibility to make. We have a plate full of tasks to do such as raising all the children here, making sure everyone is healthy and educated. Even taking care of this orphanage. We can't always prioritize you to be our focus.

Sneasel: So then, you prefer to ignore the safety of others and put their lives at risk? Like the time you found me outside beaten almost to death on the snow by Machop and his gang. You don't think that incident came to realization that something must be done immediately?! You don't think I have to deal with the prejudice of others not liking me for who I am as a Pokémon regardless of my typing? I did my best to get along with everyone but not one would have the confidence or the will to invite me to play or engage in any activity with me. You have done nothing other than breaking my mental state just to watch me suffer in the damn snow. I can't even look on the faces of you all!

After the argument, I haven't been the same since then. Four years after constant beatdowns and misery inside this dump, I knew I had to take initiative. I could no longer put myself get out immediately.

I asked the caretaker if there was a way, I can contact someone who can take me home. Turns out that I remember my grandmother. Oh, my sweet grandmother, how I adored her when she first saw me. She adored playing with me and always supported me when mother and father were always busy. She would tell me lots about her adventures as a legendary explorer. The expeditions she went to and the rare treasures she found. It's these moments in life that makes me fell warmhearted. (Sob) I was wondering if she had the same phone number even though I haven't seen her since forever, but I managed to successfully call her to pick me up. When she came to the orphanage, I was truly delighted to see her face, but I do not know if she will still recognize me. As soon as she saw me, she was surprised to see me here. I explained to her everything about how I ended up here and what was it like living here for four years, and she was not pleased to hear all this. Later, she signed adopted papers to adopt me and were approved. She pretty much helped me get caught up in school and right where I wanted to be.

(Slowly sobbing) Forgive me if I am sobbing, it's just that throughout the four years of living in the orphanage, I had to deal with constant hell every day. All the fights, insults, and injuries I had during my time staying. Even the time I had snuck out just to go get some food. I am trying very hard to maintain my cool. Years later, the Alp Continent had a feud against the Snowy Continent because several cities suffered heavy rainfall and destroyed several homes. They were in desperate need of supplies and required assistance from all continents to help by providing them a share of our goods to be delivered to them, many have agreed but the leader of the Snow Continent refused to accept their goods. However, we were in a dilemma ourselves as we were also in a decline of resources. Due to heavy snowfall, food supply was dropping at a faster rate, including warmth. Another of those reasons were that there were reports on several villages were caught on fire due to a group of outlaws.

They called themselves the Pyromaniacs, and yes, they were a group of fire-types. Their leader was Typhlosion and the rest consist of other fire-types who were from another continent. They are known to incinerate everything down to ashes, but when you're from a continent where it's mostly snowy every day, they found our greatest weakness.

Grandma: Weavile, did you hear about the news?

Sneasel: No, I haven't grandma.

Grandma: One of the cities close from our city has been burnt down.

Sneasel: Could it be the Pyromaniacs?

Grandma: Most likely.

(Lights go off)

Sneasel: What the hell?

Grandma: Language. I have a bad feeling about this.

Sneasel: Grandma, stay close to me. (Smokescreen inside the house) Ambush!

Pyroar: Hyper Voice!

Magcargo: Lava Plume!

Grandma Weavile: Protect!

Magmar: Fire Spin!

Sneasel: (Avoids the Fire Spin; smoke clears out) Ice Shard!

Magmar: (Takes the attack) Is that all you got?

Sneasel: Slash!

Magmar: (Gets hit) Ahh! (Groans) Little boy, you are beginning to get on my nerves.

Rapidash: Magmar, we got everything they have!

Magmar: Excellent. Magcargo, burn everything you see!

Magcargo: (Magmar used Smokescreen) Lava Plume! (Burns Sneasel)

(Pyromaniacs' grunts escape leaving the entire house on fire)

Grandma Weavile: Sneasel, we need to get out of here asap!

Sneasel: Let's move!

We dashed our way down the stair to escape from the apartment. A couple of Pokémon have evacuated, but there were still others climbing down the stairs to go. Unfortunately, the ceiling collapsed on us both.

Sneasel: (Sees his grandma unconscious covered in the fallen debris) Grandma, Grandma! Get up, come on, we must get out!

(Outside)

Chief Herdier: There are more Pokémon that are caught on da fire!

Chief Magnezone: Rain Dance! (Clouds begin to pile causing a rainfall) Herdier, there's more reports of other parts of the city being caught on fire!

Chief Herdier: (Groans) Damnit! Look, I'll deal with 'tis one. Stand back if anyone can hear me! Take Down! (Tries to break the down the door but the fallen debris prevents the door to break) Damnit, Tauros, break da door!

Officer Tauros: Giga Impact! (Breaks the door and smiles) There you go!

Chief Herdier: Carbink, can you swap abilities with Klinklang and exchange his Minus ability with mines?

Chief Carbink: I'll see. Klinklang!

Chief Klinklang: What?

Chief Carbink: Switch abilities with me!

Chief Klinklang: It's one of Herdier's tactics isn't it? Alright then (Carbink uses Skill Swap swapping Sturdy for Minus)

Chief Carbink: Herdier! (Herdier hears and Carbink uses Skill Swap swapping Intimidate for Minus)

Chief Herdier: Klinklang, do you have Magnetic Flux with ya by any chance?

Chief Klinklang: Say no more! (Uses Magnetic Flux on Herdier raising his Defense and Special Defense stats)

Chief Herdier: Thanks, I'm goin' in. (Clears out the door and debris from the entrance) Everyone evacuates immediately! (Gets hit by a fallen piece of lumber) 'Dis damn fire! Hold on, is that a child? (Spots Sneasel). Hold up, I'll get ya 'outta here. (Carries him outside)

Sneasel: (Tries to get up and tries to get back inside the house) My grandmother is still inside.

Chief Herdier: Kid, don't be crazy! Are ya tryin' to get killed?!

Sneasel: But my grandmother!

Chief Herdier: Listen to me kid, there are more lives at stake, so your grandmother isn't the only one who needs help. Someone watches the kid and don' let him get near the house! Magnezone, we must go in and save the rest.

Sneasel: Can you make a promise?

Chief Herdier: I cannot guarantee you something kid.

Chief Magnezone: Alright then, let's move in.

(Minutes later)

Chief Magnezone: (Spots Grandma Weavile's claws) Herdier, the debris!

Chief Herdier: (Muffles) Is that the grandmother Sneas' was talkin' 'bout? (Ceiling collapses to her) Shit! Hold on! (Clears out the debris)

Chief Magnezone: (Hears a loud roar from above the building) Herd, the building! (The entire building collapse) Protect!

Chief Klinklang: Arceus Christ!

Sneasel: (Watches the building collapse to the floor collapse) NOOO! (Other officers pull him back)

Chief Watchog: Do not put yourself in a dangerous situation Sneasel!

Chief Carbink: Let's go! Let's go!

Several officers rushed to see if there were any more survivors left especially Herdier and Magnezone. They managed to find them two from the debris (Watchog shouting to the rest, "Over here!") while some were found critically injured.

Chief Herdier: Thanks lad. Magnezone, (struggles to get up) *coughs* how are ya holdin'?

Chief Magnezone: Like tanking a Drill Run.

Chief Herdier: (Chuckles) I'm glad yuh' still alive. How are the rest?

Chief Carbink: Not good, a couple of casualties including the kid's grandmother.

Chief Herdier: (Sees Sneasel) He's not goin' to be proud about what I'm goin' to tell him. Machamp and Nidoking, take me to Sneasel, please. I have a… personal request to make. (Reaches towards Sneasel) Hey kid, I found your grandmother, paramedics tried to check on her vitals, but she wasn't breathin' at all. Her ribs got fractured and punctured her lungs and heart, she couldn't make it.

Sneasel: (Shocked in horror and breaks down in tears) Why?

Chief Herdier: I'm sorry, we have done everything we can do to get her out of here safely. (Sees Watchog and speaks in a low tone) Have him go to the hospital and examine if he suffered any injuries or illnesses. Also, what's the status between the few that remain?

Chief Watchog: Seven suffered critical injuries, twelve with minor injuries.

Chief Herdier: Let's hope that they all get better once they get treated. Us as well since we're probably going to stay there for the night.

That night, I didn't remember much about how I got transported to the hospital since I passed out due to being lightheaded, but I do remember multiple voices in my room.

Officer Hitmontop: Hey, the kid has finally awoken.

Chief Magnezone: So, did everyone else in other rooms. Hitmontop, turn on the tv. I want to tune in on the news. (Hitmontop turns on the tv)

TV Reporter: In other news, the Snow Continent has been under a sea of fire as reports say that more than two hundred and fifty million Pokemon injured and two million casualties. Officials say that these numbers may rise over time. We will keep you live up to date.

I watched the news as they broadcast live of the entire continent engulfed in fire. Worst of yet, the entire continent. The Pyromaniacs did a good job shattering all these memories I have cherished. Reminds me so much about the time I spent at the orphanage.

Chief Herdier: An entire continent down, yet reinforcements of our own and from other continents are not enough. (Looks at Sneasel but he turns his head away from him)

Chief Magnezone: The kid is still upset about his grandmother, isn't he?

Chief Herdier: Unfortunately, so. Though we should remain confident that we were able to rescue all the ones who are still alive being treated. We can only do what's best. Any news on the warden yet?

Chief Magnezone: He has only contacted Klinklang and reported we're all here. He's coming down here.

Chief Herdier: He may finally get a view of what was remained. (Looks at Sneasel one more time) (Speaks softly to Magnezone) Hey, let me have some time to speak with the kid. I'll try talkin' to him whether he wishes to speak or not. Even if it's against protocol or not.

Officer Magnezone: (Takes a deep breath) There's no stopping you Herdier. Alright, let me know if there's any trouble.

Officer Herdier: Under everyone's condition, I don't think none of us are going to cause a scene. (Approaches closer to Sneasel) Hey ki… I meant Sneasel, I know you don' wan' to see my face or listen to me but hear me out.

Sneasel: (Long silence until Sneasel decides to speak in a low tone) My grandmother died because of them and because of you.

Officer Herdier: I can tell these thoughts of yours aren't goin' to fade away anytime soon. We had a reason why we held you back when you witnessed that building collapse on us. Nothin' is deceiving your eyes kid, but you can't let your thoughts take control of you. (Sneasel stares at his claws and quenches them tightly) If your grandmother was still alive, she would have done the same thing to if you'd seen us enter and not able to get out.

Sneasel: (Tightly shuts his eyes) *Sobs* This wasn't supposed to happen.

Herdier: (Comforts Sneasel) I know, that feeling of losing someone who has been there through your best and rough moments. (Waits a while until Sneasel calms down. He then takes a deep breath) My mother passed away not so long ago, a week to say. And father passed away a year after I was born as a Lillipup. He lost his life at the task force and my mother was a nurse. Years before, I found out that she has been suffering from a cancer known as Leukemia. I knew I had to take the initiative, so I had to take her to the hospital so she can be treated. I pay her hospital bill when it came. Often or not, I visited her every Sunday to check up on her and see if she has been takin' her medications they tell her to take, if she has been constantly fed, and love from her only son that she was able to raise from the beginning. I loved her to death no matter what happens to her. When I went to see her one last time, she felt worse than I expected. And I needed to scream out for help so that they can check on her. Minutes later, she stopped breathin' and even with the defibrillators, she heart was no longer functioning. I knew her time would be up at some point, but I wanted to stay optimistic and humble that she was going to make it.

Sneasel: (Calms down and takes a deep breath) Did you have a family?

Officer Herdier: My wife Tsareena and two kids. One is a Lillipup and the other's a Bounsweet.

Days later…

Chief Magnezone: (Approaches) Herdier, sorry to interrupt, but we must go. Aggron wants us to meet up at the cruise Conkeldurr built to leave the continent.

Chief Herdier: Hmm… alright then. I just received some good news that the kid is going to be alright.

Back at the burnt Police Department…

Warden Aggron: Everyone, I want to borrow some of your time to make this announcement. Although what happened in the Snow Continent has been resulted a group failure, we all did our absolute best maintaining peace for our home as well as for other citizens. I have been informed by several officials and doctors that zero deaths have been reported for those who have been hospitalized as well as our own crew.

Chief Herdier: What a relief.

Warden Aggron: We will also plan to relocate to another area in hopes that we can expand our numbers soon. The entire continent is burned down, homes are destroyed, and many have lost their lives out there. All we can do is getting everyone evacuated immediately to safety by the docks. Other than said, I will meet you all there. Herdier, can I see you and Magnezone?

Chief Magnezone: He wants us both?

Chief Herdier: Beats me.

Warden Aggron: Come with me. (Both follow Aggron) I summoned you both because as you may have known, there was speculation about retirement several months ago. And after serving here for fifty-five years, I believe it is time for me to step down and have someone else lead our division to new heights.

Chief Herdier: With all due respect Warden, but may I ask where are we going to relocate?

Warden Aggron: There is a remote continent on the other side of the world, southeast of here. This continent prefers not to be classified, but I have worked there before transferring here. It is called Treasure Town. Plus, I think it is time to finally head back home.

Chief Magnezone: Treasure Town, huh. I may have heard of that place before. Wasn't Treasure Town known for the Ancient Heroes once living there a long time ago?

Warden Aggron: Yes actually, there used to have a department there but was abandoned for a very long time. Now with the approval of the courts, I finally got the certification for the department to open. Treasure Town is also known the Wigglytuff Guild headquarters. This is where many dedicated explorers are to sign up if they want to be certified explorers. Though, I was able to meet a couple of them decades ago. A Riolu, Eevee, and a Vulpix. Other than that, I have decided to appoint you as our new Warden, Herdier.

Chief Herdier: Me?!

Warden Aggron: If there's anyone who shares the same level of tenacity and devotion for others, then this is how I define a strong leader. Even in those times when you have been a pain in the ass. Excuse me for a bit, I will use the lavatory.

Chief Magnezone: Congratulations on getting the Warden's position Herdier.

Chief Herdier: (Looks down) Oh umm… thanks.

Chief Magnezone: (Notices the expression on Herdier's face) Don't feel bad that the Warden has given you this position Herdier. Despite what we're going through, you have showed more charisma and influential to us all. Maybe everyone can learn a thing or two about your techniques.

Chief Herdier: Hmm…

Later at night, in the dining hall…

Chief Herdier: Warden, sorry to bother ya, do you have a minute?

Warden Aggron: Sure? What seems to be the problem?

Chief Herdier: Look, I appreciate your offer in promoting me as Warden, but I'm afraid that I will have to turn down your offer.

Warden Aggron: (Long pause) I understand. (Smiles) After years of knowing you from the day I took you in to how much you have grown, never have I thought that someone like you would turn down such a prestigious offer.

Chief Herdier: I know sir, I believe that the position of Warden should be given to a young leader who has years of experience who has dealt with any given situation and has a better relationship with everyone in our department. And that person is...

As we sailed to Treasure Town, I got to take one last glimpse on a continent that I once called home. I had second thoughts about staying to take on the Pyromaniacs to retake back the Snow Continent, but I do not stand a chance against the hundreds and thousands of members that are part of the clan. Adding on to that, I have very little experience in battling. So, I knew I had to get stronger. Three days have passed and surprisingly we have not been ambushed by anyone. Which is a good sign. However, one of the officers ended up getting seasick as well as many others, so this made our voyage not so pleasant.

Chief Herdier: Heya, kid.

Sneasel: (Scoffs) Shouldn't you be on duty?

Chief Herdier: I'm off duty for the day. Lucky for me, I am not the one who's seasick. You've been starin' at the distance for a long time. What's botherin' ya?

Sneasel: That day, when you told your crew to hold me back from entering the building to save my grandmother, I wanted to fight back, but there was no point since I will probably get arrested in doing so.

Chief Herdier: Not probably, immediately. That's assault kiddo. Though, I understand your point-of-view of wanting to save a life from any natural or unnatural disaster. Tell ya' what kiddo, I'll train ya', but under one condition.

Sneasel: Which is?

Chief Herdier: Whatever I tell ya' to do, ya' do it alright? Meaning you will not question my training methods on self-defense nor will ya beat yourself down all the time. Do I make myself clear boy?

Sneasel: (Thinks long and hard about Herdier's offer) Fine then.

Chief Herdier: Very well, training begins in five minutes.

Sneasel: Wait, five minutes?!

Chief Herdier: Are ya really tryin' to break da first rule kid?

Sneasel: We're at a ship!

Chief Herdier: So? You still see Pokémon fightin' in a ship, don't ya?

Sneasel: Well, I suppose. (Speaks inside his mind) [So much for wanting to be educated by a teacher. I hate my fucking self.]

With all honesty, I couldn't believe he was devoted in getting me stronger.

Chief Herdier: Alright kiddo, we will fight here in the front. Time to see what you can show this old Herdier what you got. (Intimidate activates lowering Sneasel's Attack)

Sneasel: Slash! (Herdier dodges quickly) What?!

Chief Herdier: You can't teach an old dog new tricks they say. I possess tremendous speed. Work Up! (Raises his Attack and Sp. Attack)

Sneasel: Quick Attack!

Chief Herdier: Mud-Slap! (Mud is hurled onto Sneasel's face)

Sneasel: What the hell? I can't see. (Uses Slash multiple times)

Chief Herdier: Don't tire yourself easily boy. Stay calm and concentrate. Your eyes are not the only senses you are gifted with. Strength!

Sneasel: (Gets hit by multiple Strength attacks) (Speaks inside of his mind) [My eyes are not the only senses I was gifted. (Listens to Herdier's feet thumping on the floor) There] Icy Wind! (Hits Herdier but listens to ice crashing) Ice crashing?

Chief Herdier: Not bad kid, you just learned Icicle Crash from your Icy WInd. I may say this is sheer luck, but the tides are not in your favor. Fire Fang!

Sneasel: (Listens to where Herdier is going to attack but hears nothing) Where did he—? (Gets hit)

Chief Herdier: You lack speed kiddo.

Sneasel: (Insulted by Herdier's comments, he gets some water to clean out the mud in his face)

Chief Herdier: I was hopin' you would still fight with mud on ya face, but I guess not. (Jumps) Fire Fang!

Sneasel: Feint Attack! (Approaches from behind and hits Herdier)

Chief Herdier: Mud Slap! (Hits Sneasel) Huh?

Sneasel: You missed. (Throws the mud back at Herdier at his eyes)

Chief Herdier: (Scoffs) So, you got me back. I am a little impressed, but I don't have to see at you throughout the entire battle. I am a dog after all, I can just sniff out where you can be. I think it is time to change things up a notch. Helping Hand!

Sneasel: Helping Hand? (Hears something rise above the water from behind) What the—?

Chief Octillery: (Jumps from the water) Octazooka! (Hits Sneasel)

Sneasel: Two against one? How is this fair?!

Chief Herdier: Are ya really complainin' boy? You should know that there will always be more than one target that you will have to fight. (Octillery squirts some water on Herdier's eyes) Thanks Oc. You lost a fraction of your strength and stamina slashing the air other than utilizing your senses.

Sneasel: This is my first time battling someone smartass!

Chief Herdier: Smartarse? Oh, now you have truly pissed off the old Herd. We will see how you can withstand both of our attacks with the leftover strength you have. Helping Hand!

Chief Octillery: Bullet Seed! (Multiple seeds aiming towards Sneasel)

Sneasel: (Blocks the Bullet Seeds) Damnit, Ice Shard! (Hits both targets)

Chief Herdier: (From behind) Fire Fang! (Approaches closer to Sneasel) Now Oc!

Sneasel: Wait, what?!

Chief Octillery: Aurora Beam! (Sneasel dodges the Fire Fang but gets hit by the Aurora Beam)

Sneasel: *Pant pant* I can't hold much longer.

Chief Herdier: (Looks at Octillery) What'd ya think Oc?

Chief Octillery: I'd say we should call it a day.

Chief Herdier: We're done for today, kiddo. That smartarse you called just whooped you.

After the battle, I got lectured by him about how reckless and subpar my fighting skills were. Countless times I had to explain the old fool that I never really had battling experience from family. I have never been involved in any explorations nor have I gone to any dojos for training. Upon hearing this, he knew that there was so much I had to learn. He did admit that this was a battle to observe what moves I learn and how I battle.

Chief Herdier: Kiddo, you should eat up.

Sneasel: (Turned away) I'm not that hungry.

Chief Herdier: You want to regain your strength for tomorrow's exploration session.

Sneasel: Exploration session?

Chief Herdier: I'd figure that your sloppy performance would need some improvements. I'm going to have to train you on how to take advantage of your offense, defense, and speed. I will also discuss with others if they can educate you on how you can take advantage of your stats and how to improve them. We might not make it to Treasure Town until a week, so we'll have to make some time management.

Sneasel: (Looks at his food and slowly eats it) Herdier, why do you care for others so much?

Chief Herdier: It's my job and a moral obligation. You may learn how to stay resilient and focused, but the voices of Pokémon truly matter. Their safety will always be a priority. (Yawns) Excuse me, I am calling it a day. Get some rest when your done kid. (Goes inside his cabin)

The next morning, while I was munching on my breakfast, I continue to stare at the sky wondering why Herdier is so devoted in getting me stronger. In addition to this, he mentioned about an exploration session.

Sneasel: Where exactly are we going to?

Chief Herdier: Down to the ocean floor. Oc, it's your turn.

Chief Octillery: I am sparing the narrator from not having to write this information down. (Narrator hands him a set of guidelines) (Octillery facepalms) And yet you still must. Anyways, welcome to Faraway Sea! An eighteen-floor sea-based dungeon located down below sea floor. Home to hostile Pokémon such as Seel, Dewgong, Shellder, Cloyster, Krabby, Kingler, Lapras, Chinchou, Lanturn, Remoraid, Octillery, Wingull, Pelipper, Spheal, Sealeo, Walrein, Shellos (East Sea), Gastrodon (East Sea) Wailmer, Wailord, Carvanha, Sharpedo, Relicanth, Clamperl, Gorebyss, Huntail, Basculin, Frillish, Jellicent, Skrelp, Dragalge, Clauncher, Clawitzer, Binacle, and Barbaracle. How do I know this? Years ago, a group of famous explorers known as Team Sol began an expedition here at the Faraway Sea and discovered that there is a pathway to Craggy Coast. In other words, this is an alternative route to get closer to Craggy Coast and from there, we will take a short trip to Treasure Town. So this dungeon will not go below sea level or else that will take us to a different dungeon.

Chief Herdier: It's really that simple.

Chief Octillery: Which also explains why some Pokémon from the Craggy Coast have migrated here to the Faraway Sea.

Sneasel: How do you two know this?

Chief Herdier: Oc?

Chief Octillery: I don't want to brag, but I was one of those explorers in that group. There were eight of us, until we all had to disband since everyone wanted to move on to their lives.

Sneasel: I don't think I have ever heard of you guys before.

Chief Octillery: (Feels unappreciated) Wow, Sneasel. Hearing your words really breaks my heart.

Chief Herdier: Any who, we will travel here to get you some training. You will be joining alongside with Officer Kingdra who will aid you in improving your agility.

Officer Kingdra: So, you're Sneasel. A pleasure to finally meet you mate.

Sneasel: Hey.

Chief Herdier: Other than that, put on your breathing tube and let's dive down.

I cannot believe that I am literally going under the sea to explore a dungeon. Though, who thought that this was a good idea to train anyone who spends most of their entirety on land to sea? I think something was up with that brain of Herdier's.

Dungeon: Faraway Sea

Floors: 18Fs

Pokémon Listing: Seel, Dewgong, Shellder, Cloyster, Krabby, Kingler, Lapras, Chinchou, Lanturn, Remoraid, Octillery, Wingull, Pelipper, Spheal, Sealeo, Walrein, Shellos (East Sea), Gastrodon (East Sea) Wailmer, Wailord, Carvanha, Sharpedo, Relicanth, Clamperl, Gorebyss, Huntail, Basculin, Frillish, Jellicent, Skrelp, Dragalge, Clauncher, Clawitzer, Binacle, and Barbaracle

(1F)

Chief Kingdra: Alright kid, as Herdier mentioned earlier, I am here to teach you on how you can utilize and enhance your speed. We know that water greatly reduces your speed if you are not a Water-type, but with proper training, you will learn how to be quick and build more stamina.

Sneasel: So, this is a trial then?

Chief Kingdra: If you like to call this a trial, then sure. (Spots some enemy Pokémon) Octillery should have brought up how very territorial the Pokémon here can be.

Sneasel: Wait… are you serious?!

Foe Basculin: Aqua Jet!

Sneasel: (Takes multiple hits) How am I supposed to strike it back?

Chief Kingdra: Concentrate on your opponent's agility.

Sneasel: (Looks for a direct land) There! Slash!

Foe Basculin: (Gets hit) Argh! Crunch!

Sneasel: (Dodges) Ice Shard!

Foe Basculin: (Gets hit by the Ice Shard) Agh! (Faints)

Chief Kingdra: Not bad, but a little frail. The staircase is this way, come on.

(3F)

Chief Kingdra: Herdier told me a little bit about you, quite the character you are.

Sneasel: He rambles too much, don't you think?

Chief Kingdra: (Light chuckle) He tends to a little. Though, he is one of the chiefs at our department and favorite among many. He was a part of the team for several years, longer than I have served here. (Sneasel tries to ask a question but Kingdra cuts him off) Get ready, incoming swarm of Huntail!

Sneasel: Wait what?

(HeartGold/SoulSilver Team Rocket Battle theme plays)

Foe Huntails: Barrier! (All raised their Defense sharply)

Chief Kingdra: You have Swords Dance at your disposal, don't you?

Sneasel: Yes.

Chief Kingdra: Alright, there are six of them, I'll take have of them. Show me what you got.

Sneasel: (Sharpens his claws) Come at me!

Foe Huntail: Aqua Tail! (Sneasel avoids the attack)

Sneasel: Slash! (Critical hit on Huntail!)

Foe Huntail #3: Rock Tomb! (Sneasel avoids the rocks)

Sneasel: Icicle Crash! (Hits Huntail)

Foe Huntail #2: Infestation! (Sneasel avoids the attack)

Sneasel: Ice Shard! (Hits Huntail)

Foe Huntail #4: (Angered) He's avoiding our attacks!

Foe Huntail #6: We'll have to improvise, Water Pulse!

Sneasel: (Cuts the Water Pulse but gets hit by a couple of Crunch attacks) My turn, Slash! (Slashes a Huntail)

Foe Huntail #5: You will regret that. Super Fang! (Sneasel grabs Huntail by the head) What the?!

Sneasel: (Swings the Huntail to hit other Huntails and releases it) Ice Shard! (Not very effective but enough to defeat them all)

Chief Kingdra: *pant pant* That was impressive, frail but impressive. I can see why Herdier decided to take you in. However, I believe this is just the beginning.

(9F)

Sneasel: I'm getting a little tired from all this swimming.

Chief Kingdra: (Smiles) I'm not.

Sneasel: Easy for you to say since you are a Water-type. Earlier, I didn't get to ask you my question, was there ever a requirement upon joining the police force?

Chief Kingdra: Other than taking a basic entry exam, one of the requirements was to acquire an exploration badge. Being a part of an exploration team was one of the most important requirements because we want every officer to have experience exploring dungeons, understanding the fundamentals of exploring mystery dungeons. We do not know how they exist, but we have heard reports from many about a strange beam or mysterious glowing that forms a mystery dungeon.

Sneasel: In other words, you guys are also an exploration guild?

Chief Kingdra: Technically, no but we only offer a unique badge that is like the one you earn at the guild. Here Sneasel, look. (Shows his badge to Sneasel) Round-shaped, Pokéball design in the middle, and a purple-black patterned ribbon. The major difference is the color of the ribbon. Purple symbolizes unity, while black is trustworthy. On the day that you have graduated from the academy, you will be awarded this special badge as well as being selected on a precinct. The Wardens from every continent visit for orientation and graduation day, and Herdier is the speaker for both.

Sneasel: Do you think I can have one as well?

Chief Kingdra: Believe it or not, this is the final test for every student: Explore a dungeon with your mentor and at the end, you must face them one on one. If the student emerges victorious, he will be awarded with an invitation for graduation by his/her mentor. If they fail to beat their mentor, they have another opportunity to face them again. Each student will be given up to three tries. After the three tries, they must retake the course for another year. (Sneasel hesitates) In your case, we thought about offering you one, even if you are not a part of our academy. Though, this is an endorsement by all of us and we did get approval from Aggron.

Sneasel: What must I do?

Chief Kingdra: Defeat any one of us, we will offer you an invitation. (Sees enemy Pokémon coming towards them) Incoming Relicanth.

Foe Relicanth: Ancient Power!

Sneasel: (Blocks the Ancient Power) Icicle Crash!

(12F)

Chief Kingdra: Hydro Pump! (Hits Wailord)

(15F)

Sneasel: Slash! (Slashes Sharpedo but gets hurt by Rough Skin)

Foe Sharpedo: Poison Fangs!

Sneasel: Ice Shard! (Strikes Sharpedo and faints)

End of Faraway Sea…

Chief Kingdra: Finally, we have reached the surface.

Chief Herdier: That was a good swim. Don't you think, Oc?

Chief Octillery: That was worth the while.

Chief Kingdra: I am impressed, Sneasel. You have shown to handle these wild Pokémon on your own. However, there is one last thing to do. Your final test awaits.

Sneasel: Wait, there's a final test?

Chief Kingdra: Yes. Before the warden retired, he had promoted me to Chief due to my excellent report card over the years. Herdier then asked me for a favor and that was to be a part of your training sessions in which I inclined. (Sneasel seems shocked) As soon as we reach the entrance of Craggy Coast, we would all head out to a coastal area where there are lakes around to begin your final trial, facing me.

Sneasel: Sounds like a deal.

Chief Octillery: Very well, come with me. I know the way. (Half a mile away from the entrance) Here we are guys. This was my favorite training spot during my days with Team Sol.

Sneasel: Let's do it. (Hops on some rocks to reach the center of the lake)

Chief Herdier: Here we go. I will referee for today's battle Sneasel against Kingdra. Now then, there will be three rules: 1.) The use of items such as Reviver Seeds, Orbs, Ammo, and Berries and other items are prohibited in this fight. 2.) The use of seeds such as Violent, Vile, Type Change*, and other seeds are permitted for this battle 3.) Utilize your surroundings within the vicinity of this coastal area. Going outside of the borders will result in automatic disqualification. Therefore, your opponent wins the match. Kingdra, as an officer of the law, you still must follow protocol in accordance to battlin'.

Chief Kingdra: I understand, Herdier.

Chief Herdier: Very well. Sneasel, we as officers are permitted to use a total of six moves, so Kingdra will be allowed to use them against you.

Sneasel: That's fine Herdier.

Chief Herdier: Alright then. As Kingdra may have mentioned, beating one of us, will grant you the special exploration police badge.

Chief Kingdra: I will warn you, Sneasel. There's a reason why we Kingdra are referred as "King of the sea". (Prepares) My blood is pumping for a well-fought battle, when you're ready Sneasel.

Sneasel: I am ready to go.

Chief Herdier: When the geyser gushes, you may begin. (The loud roar of a geyser gushes) Let the battte begin!

(HeartGold/SoulSilver Lugia's theme plays)

Sneasel: Reflect! (Raises Defense for a while)

Chief Kingdra: (Surprised) Well this is new, never expected you to have Reflect at your disposal. In fact, I didn't expect you to make some last-minute changes!

Sneasel: Ice Shard! (Kingdra dives under water to avoid the Ice Shard) Where did you go now? (Observes the water around him; turns around)

Chief Kingdra: Behind you, Hydro Pump! (Direct hit on Sneasel)

Sneasel: Slash! (Misses and Kingdra dives again) Stop diving underwater!

Chief Kingdra: (Rises from the water) Hydro Pump! (Sneasel dodges) Impressive, but not for long. Look.

Sneasel: (Looks around and sees several copies of Kingdra) There's so many!

Chief Kingdra: While I dove underwater, I took my advantage by maximizing my speed using Agility and performed a Double Team. Good luck finding the real me. (All dive down)

Sneasel: There's so many of him, how the hell am I supposed to find the right one? (Four copies of Kindgra appear)

Chief Octillery: He got himself into a tricky situation.

Chief Herdier: Yes, but let's see how the kiddo will counter this.

Chief Kingdra: Hydro Pump! (Sneasel jumps to avoid) Blast! (Dives)

Sneasel: Stay calm, Sneasel. Just need to look around if Kingdra appears, (Sees bubbles in certain areas) There, Ice Shard!

Chief Kingdra: (Takes the hit) (Groans) Not bad, I'm impressed that you found the right one, but this battle has only begun. Aurora Beam! (Sneasel dodges the attack, but gets countered with Icicle Crash) Maybe, I'm going a little too easy on you. Let's see if you can survive this attack, Draco Meteor! (Meteors fall on Sneasel's way)

Sneasel: (Looks at the meteors) Uh-oh! (Hops on the meteors) Slash! (Breaks the meteors and launches some at Kingdra)

Chief Kingdra: (Sp. Attack harshly lowers) Not bad, I'm generally surprised that you are the first to utilize my Draco Meteor at your advantage. Not even Herdier couldn't find a way to counter.

Chief Herdier: Wait what?! King, why do you have to put me in the spot?

Chief Octillery: (Laughs) Shots have been fired.

Chief Herdier: Shut up Oc.

Chief Kingdra: Double Team! (Makes several copies of himself)

Sneasel: He dove again, now what? Wait, the Type Change Seeds. I just have to time this.

Chief Kingdra: (Locks at Sneasel) I got you. (Submerges) Hydro Pump! (Sees a decoy) What?!

Sneasel: Expecting someone? (Throws the Type Change Seed and Kingdra sees and eats it; type changes from Grass/Normal)

Chief Kingdra: Wait what?!

Sneasel: Slash! (Sends him flying towards some rocks)

Chief Octillery: Woah, a critical hit!

Chief Kingdra: *Pant pant* He's good. I cannot believe that I felt for that seed. Hold on, where did you go?

Sneasel: Behind you, Kingdra. Ice Shard! (Hits Kingdra)

Chief Kingdra: Augh! (Groans) Damnit, now I'm heated up.

Sneasel: Allow me to cool it down, Icicle Crash!

Chief Kingdra: (Dodges the attack) Hydro Pump! (Breaks the substitute) Another substitute?

Sneasel: *Glub glub* (Now I got you) (Tosses Kingdra from below)

Chief Kingdra: HE DOVE DOWN?! HOW?!

Sneasel: Slash! (Strikes Kingdra)

Chief Kingdra: Augh!

Chief Octillery: A critical hit!

Chief Herdier: Wow. I am surprised by that plan. However, there's something may Sneasel have not suspected.

Chief Kingdra: This battle is not over yet. Behind you Sneasel.

Sneasel: What's behind me? (Turns around and sees three copies of Kingdra)

Chief Kingdra: Aurora Beam! (Hits Sneasel)

Sneasel: (Attack lowers) *Pant pant* Ice Shard! (Destroys the copies)

Chief Kingdra: A little overconfident don't you think?

Sneasel: Shut up! Slash! (Misses)

Chief Kingdra: Hydro Pump! (Hits Sneasel)

Sneasel: (Gets hit by multiple Hydro Pumps) Augh! Slash!

Chief Kingdra: Aurora Beam!

Sneasel: (Breaks the Aurora Beam) I will not fall.

Chief Kingdra: I believe it is time to wrap this up, Draco Meteor!

Sneasel: (Slowly losing sight of the oncoming meteors) I'm too tired to move, but I must keep going! (Jumps)

Chief Kingdra: Got you where I want you to be. (Slaps Sneasel to one of the meteors)

Chief Herdier: Whoa.

Chief Octillery: I did not see that.

Sneasel: (Slowly tries to get up and gets closer to Kingdra) *Pant pant* I cannot fall.

Chief Kingdra: *Pant pant* You didn't forget that I'm still heated up. Outrage!

Sneasel: What?! (Gets hit) No… I still… can fight. (Collapses and faints)

(Theme ends)

Chief Herdier: (He runs to check on Sneasel but does not respond) Sneasel is unable to battle, Kingdra is the victor for this battle!

Chief Kingdra: that was quite a show.

Sneasel: (Finally becomes responsive) It's over, isn't it?

Chief Kingdra: Hey Sneasel, you fought very well. Hopefully we can battle again.

Sneasel: (Feeling disappointed) Yeah…

Chief Herdier: (Helps Sneasel get up) Your battle against Kingdra was very intriguing, but many mistakes were made in the end. You let your guard down assuming you were winning.

Sneasel: I had the chance.

Chief Herdier: You'll do well next time. For now, we'll set up camp so we can eat.

Chief Octillery: Herdier, the rest have arrived.

Chief Herdier: I just informed Magnezone that we are outside the entrance of Craggy Coast.

Later that night…

Sneasel: Fucking shit! (Slashes the barks of the tree) Why the hell can I not beat him?! (Flashbacks of him getting beat up by Machop, Misdreavus, and Shinx) Fuck! (Loses control of his conscious and starts scratching himself)

Chief Herdier: (Wakes up) Hey, Sneasel are you okay? (Sees Sneasel hurting himself) Sneasel! (Stops him from doing further harm) I need you to relax Sneasel! (Sneasel refuses to listen) Sneasel, come to your senses! (Sneasel finally calms down) (Breathes hard and speaks to him in a low voice) What the hell is going on with you?

Sneasel: I just need to be alone Herdier.

Herdier: Look, I know that your lost against Kingdra was devastating, but hurtin' yourself is not going to solve anythin' Sneasel. Don't always focus on improving physically, rather focus mentally. Get some rest and please don't ever do that again.

Hours later…

Chief Herdier: (Wakes up) Hey kiddo, you're still awake?

Sneasel: … Yeah, you?

Chief Herdier: I haven't been able to sleep since my memory of you hurting yourself kept me awake.

Sneasel: (Stares at the campfire) Can I ask you something?

Chief Herdier: What is it?

Sneasel: Is it wrong for someone to carry a burden or grudge?

Chief Herdier: It depends but I don't think it's healthy for someone to have a grudge or burden over something.

Sneasel: Ever since we left the Snow Continent, I didn't want to leave behind everything and fight back. Take out every single member of the Pyromaniacs and punish those who ruined my life.

Chief Herdier: You said your parent placed you in an orphanage, no?

Sneasel: I was. This was a despicable move they made, but what angered me more, was the police department around the block. (Herdier understands what Sneasel is referring to) It was snowing hard when I wanted to explore the outside, but I had an encounter with the bullies that made my life hell every single day in the orphanage. I was cornered by them, inexperienced, brutally injured until I can no longer move. Hours have passed and no one of the officers that passed by the area searched the alley way to rescue a weak Sneasel who couldn't call for help.

Chief Herdier: I don't know what to say, Sneasel.

Sneasel: I was dying out there Herdier, no one even bothered to help me out because they assume that I was a smuggler who was playing an act routine.

Chief Herdier: (Stays silent for a while) When the time comes, all departments will unite, and we will take back the Snow Continent. However, now isn't the time since we weren't the only ones the Pyromaniacs, but you are taking on every single member is not probable. I know you want to retaliate Sneasel, but don't do anything that will cost your life. Now then, get some rest Sneasel, we have something to do in the morning.

Two hours I couldn't get enough sleep even though Herdier told me to rest up until morning comes. I just can't help thinking about my defeat against Kingdra. I really had the chance of beating him. In the morning, everyone in the camping ground packed their gear and began walking the final stretch to Treasure Town. As soon as we got there, we head our way to the police department that was abandoned for a while. When we entered, everything looked dilapidated. The place had several cracked openings on the ceiling, all the windows were nailed with wooden planks, and the place was growing moss on the edges and corners of the walls.

Chief Herdier: Hmm. (Checks the pipes but water pours on his face) Bleh! Anyone good at plumbing?

Officer Machoke: Leave that to me. There's a large crate of pipes that I brought just in case.

Chief Herdier: Maybe filter the water as well.

Chief Carbink: And I am a marvel interior decorator.

With the assistance of several officers and others who went to the journey with us, we were able to finish restoring the place back to normal in hours. While getting settled for the week, I had training sessions with Carbink, Octillery, Magnezone, and Watchog in Treasure Town. The same as Herdier and Kingdra, I failed to beat them. Over time, I kept scratching myself only to cause permanent damage to one of my claws. Herdier caught me hurting myself again when I lost to Octillery. He saw the scratches and bruises and had me healed. He was pissed to see how much of a fool I was becoming.

Herdier: Sneasel, what are you doin' to yourself?! You can't beat yourself down every time you lose.

Sneasel: Herdier, how the hell am I supposed to beat you all if I can't get passed you?

Herdier: You must find a way how to outsmart your opponents. We are very experienced, but one can utilize their own strengths and find a way to stop any opponent of any size. Come, we have a room with beds for those who want to be under police protection. Rest here for the night. (Leaves a glass of water and something else) We'll talk tomorrow mornin'.

Sneasel: (Awake) Ugh, why can I not sleep? How exactly can I outsmart them? (Looks at the sachet Herdier) What is this? (Opens to reveal a Razor Claw and a letter that is wrapped around the Razor Claw) A Razor Claw, but why? (Reads the letter) "Sneasel, if you are reading this, I understand the frustration of losing to your mentors. Even I too have lost to my mentor, four times. However, I don't want you to situate your troubles by hurting yourself more. Attached to this note is a Razor Claw, knowing this is an item needed for a Sneasel to evolve into Weavile. All I will say is this, if you ever think of getting stronger, maybe evolution will help you get stronger. The choice is yours. Have a good rest, Sneasel."

Did Herdier assume that I was weak? No. He knew that I wanted to get stronger, but the way he wrote the letter, seemed as if he lost all his confidence in me. I looked at myself and I began to wonder if everything he had said in that letter was right. I tied the Razor Claw with a string and wore it as a necklace, then head out to a dungeon nearby from the station. I took the time taking out Pokémon and I was hoping that the Razor Claw would react, but no. After reaching the end of the dungeon, I exchanged the chests for Xatu to open, but the Razor Claw still would not react. I began to question why I couldn't evolve. I was on the verge of giving up.

The next morning…

Chief Kingdra: Octillery, where did you say the sugar was?

Chief Octillery: Third cabinet.

Chief Kingdra: Found it.

Chief Herdier: Mornin' crew.

Everyone: Mornin' Herdier.

Chief Herdier: I'm sorry to interrupt you all during breakfast. (Everyone is fuming) (Embarrassed from everyone's complaints) I guess this was a bad idea. but I have a special announcement to make. After restorin' back the department here in Treasure Town, I hereby present to you all our new Warden, Magnezone! (Everyone claps)

Warden Magnezone: Thank you, Herdier. I will do my best to maintain order here in this department and our paradise. Other than that, finish eating and get to work.

Sneasel: Herdier, I was thinking, I want to perform tasks just as you all do to gain more experience.

Chief Herdier: Is that so? Alright then, I will let you. Oc, bring the jobs Pelipper delivered to us this morning.

Chief Octilery: (Carries the box) Here it is!

Sneasel: (Lifts the box) Why is this so heavy?!

Chief Herdier: A lot of them are cases as well as jobs with items attached. You will only do jobs since the cases are for us. Let's see if there were any from here, (Digs one out) here's one for you.

Sneasel: Let me see, stop Machoke and his band of thieves from stealing valuables from others. Located at the tenth floor of Mystifying Forest. I can do that one.

Chief Herdier: Alright then, I'll accompany you since we do have to arrest them.

Mystifying Forest…

(1F)

Chief Herdier: I see that you have the Razor Claw as a necklace.

Sneasel: Yeah. Herdier, the way you wrote the letter to me sounded like you were losing faith in me and I was unteachable.

Chief Herdier: You are not unteachable; you can sometimes be a pain in the ass. I find that okay because every rookie in our academy have a similar mentality just like you where they believe that their constant mistakes will cost them their opportunity working for us, but that's not the case. Failure is the greatest teacher because learning from those mistakes allows you to improvise more. "Failure is the greatest teacher", I once heard that saying somewhere.

Sneasel: I have no clue where it comes from.

Foe Skuntank: Flamethrower!

Chief Herdier: Sneasel, to your left!

Sneasel: (Sees the Flamethrower attack and jumps) Ice Shard!

Foe Skuntank: Night Slash! (Breaks the shards of ice)

Chief Herdier: Thunder Fang! (Strikes Skuntank)

Foe Skuntank: Yow!

Sneasel: Slash! (Hits Skuntank and it faints)

Chief Herdier: Not bad.

Sneasel: You hardly do much Herdier, why not fight alongside with me more often?

Chief Herdier: You know what, you're right. I shall fight alongside with you then.

(5F)

Sneasel: Ice Shard! (Attacks a wild Koffing)

(7F)

Chief Herdier: Ice Fang! (Strikes a Torterra)

(10F)

Sneasel: Herdier, I found the hideout and there's our client Growlithe!

Chief Herdier: Hold on Sneasel, (Looks around the hideout) something isn't right. (Sees Growlithe) Growlithe, my name is Chief Herdier, and this my student Sneasel. We are both Treasure Town Police Department. We officers are also explorers who partake in tasks in helping others and bring criminals to justice. If you are responsive, please tell me that you are okay.

Growlithe: Help me. (Struggles to get up but falls) (Groans)

Chief Herdier: Please remain still. We don't want you to sustain any further injuries. (Whispers to Sneasel) Sneasel, we are going to be very cautious. We'll approach to Growlithe slowly. (Takes small steps forward)

Growlithe: (Sees Herdier and Sneasel approaching) Watch out, below you.

Chief Herdier: Below us? Sneasel, watch out! (Tackles Sneasel)

Machoke: (Rises from the ground) Brick Break! (Hits Herdier from underground)

Chief Herdier: Agh! (Severely injured)

Sneasel: Herdier! Who are you?

Machoke: I'm surprised that you don't know who I am. Think long and hard Sneasel.

Sneasel: (Looks at him and suddenly remembers who Machoke was) It's you!

Mismagius: (Mismagius appears from behind) Hello Sneasel, long time no see.

Luxray: Well, well, well. This is a pleasant surprise.

Sneasel: (Angered by their presence) You guys have caused a lot of problems back home.

Machoke: Well, I apologize that we couldn't cut your life short sooner. Well, you know how notorious we were beating up wimps like you back at the orphanage. The Pokémon here are just like the ones at the Snow Continent, cowards. Now that you're here, we can finish where we left off, (Several Pokémon appeared) but with a bigger group! And… (Machoke begins to evolve) I get to have loads of fun. Get ready to suffer like Growlithe here, Cross Chop! (Sneasel hops on his arms) What the?!

Sneasel: Ice Shard! (Hits Machamp)

Mismagius: Mystical Fire! (Hits Sneasel)

Luxray: Thunder Fang! (Hits Sneasel and gets paralyzed)

Hippowdon: Earth Power! (Hits Sneasel)

Pangoro: Circle Throw! (Launches Sneasel)

Machamp: Smack Down! (Smacks Sneasel to the ground)

Sneasel: (Struggles to get up) *Pant pant* Screw you Machamp.

Machamp: Hahaha! What's wrong Sneasel, tired already? (Grabs him by the throat) What's this wrapped around your neck? (Notices the Razor Claw) A Razor Claw, huh? Well then, (Strips the Razor Claw from his neck) your chances of winning this battle has diminished here! (Crushes the Razor Claw and Focus Punches Sneasel; Sneasel whited out)

Sneasel: (Speaks in his conscious) [*Pant pant* Everything, that I have fought for: my grandmother, my home, my own people, all lost. I don't know what to do next. (Fainted laughter from Machamp and the rest; flashbacks of them during his time at the orphanage) The Razor Claw, crushed into dust, I have no chance of beating him. (Sees a gleam of a rock) Wait, is that? A piece of the Razor Claw. Please let me evolve.]

Everyone: (Everyone laughs at Sneasel, but he begins to radiate in a blue light) Wait, what?!

(Sneasel is undergoing evolution)

Weavile: (Gets up and whispers) You fuckers are going to die.

Machamp: What did you say?

Weavile: I said you fuckers are going to die! Icicle Crash! (Hits Hippowdon and pierces his head)

Pangoro: What the—? Did he just—?

Mismagius: Won't matter, just take him out!

Pangoro: Sky Uppercut!

Weavile: (Avoids the attack) Slash follow up with Icicle Crash! (Hits Pangoro and slams him to the ground fracturing his skull)

Mismagius: This can't be possible!

Machamp: (Groans) This is bad. (Sees Luxray lose his life in front of him) Cross Chop!

Weavile: (Looks at Mismagius) You're next.

Mismagius: Wait Weavile, this is a misunderstanding. Mystical Fire! (Weavile jumps to avoid the attack)

Weavile: No, this is. (Uses Icicle Crash)

Chief Herdier: (His vision is slowly restoring) Snea-, no wait. Weavile?

Weavile: Are you okay?

Growlithe: (Petrified in fear) Y-y-yes.

Weavile: Hold on, we're bringing help for you.

Chief Herdier: (Looks around and sees blood around) Oh no… Weavile.

Weavile: (Looks behind to see Herdier trying to get up) Wait Herd, help is coming.

Chief Herdier: You look like you have taken a beatin'. Weavile, please tell me you didn't do this.

Weavile: It was the only way, Herdier. (Feels the stings from the bruises he had from the battle and collapses)

Chief Carbink: I found them all!

Chief Klinklang: Oh, my Arceus what the hell happened here?

Officer Magneton: This is one hell of a bloodbath.

The next morning…

Chief Octillery: Weavile, wake up. Come with me.

Weavile: (Groans) What is it? (Slowly gets up) (Enters the roof and sees the entire staff) What is this?

Warden Magnezone: Good morning Weavile, how are you feeling?

Weavile: My joints sting every time I move my limbs.

Warden Magnezone: I'm glad you and Herdier are back. About yesterday's rescue mission, your client had confessed about what happened yesterday. We do appreciate that you have demonstrated heroic bravery for your client as well as rescuing one of our fellow officers, but there was a result of a bloodbath. This would have entitled you the badge, but I'm afraid that I cannot hand it to you. I'm sorry, Weavile.

Weavile: (Looks down and creates a fist) They don't deserve to live.

Chief Klinklang: Weavile, what are you saying?

Weavile: The ones who attacked Herdier and I, do not deserve to live.

Chief Carbink: What do you mean they do not deserve to live?

Weavile: They deserve to be fucking dead! Every single member! Their blood spilled all over the ground! Growlithe was petrified in fear thinking he was next to die. They do not deserve to live after they treated me like hell in that orphanage!

Chief Herdier: (Approaches closer to Weavile) Weavile, remain calm. We acknowledge what you are going through but slashing the throats of others is not a solution to your troubles.

Weavile: What would you know?! Did you report this to Magnezone as well? (Herdier turns away) I trusted you Herdier, as if you were a better version of my father. These fuckers shouldn't see daylight in their lives ever again ever since I lived four miserable years in the orphanage. Worst of all, the day I was attacked by them, your department was a block away from the pit of despair! Neither one of your officers including you patrolled the area to check the Sneasel who was buried in the snow, ready to die from the multiple injuries he sustained from these bastards! I heard both Carbink and Klinklang's voice and yet not one of the two had searched to see me attempting to call for help! (Approaches closer towards Magnezone)

Warden Magnezone: (Everyone except Herdier readies for an attack) Hold on all of you. Weavile, your tone and demeanor will not be tolerated here. Listen to me, every Pokémon living in this world has free will, they have the power to make choices and learn how one can truly benefit from these choices. If one were to abuse with their free will and use it for their own selfish desires, it is our job to correct them, even if they cannot maintain hold of their morality.

Weavile: (Angered by his emotions, Weavile snatches the badge and uses an Escape Orb to escape) To hell with this place!

Chief Herdier: (Everyone prepares to chase after Weavile) Don't. I'm going outside to look for him.

Chief Kingdra: Hold on Herd, I think it is best for him to sort his mind on his own, without us intervening.

After fleeing from the department, I decided to leave the continent without them knowing. I looked at my sharp claws as flashbacks of me slaughtering those lifeless thugs kept playing in my mind. Even if it felt wrong to commit murder, it felt alleviating to take out my rage on the ones who made my life hell. I took the time being away from civilization by travelling to remote islands. Learning how to channel my anger, I cannot take away the killer instinct I had that wanted me to punish those who judged my way of thinking. I looked at my badge and thought to myself, "Just how special is this piece of junk worth to anyone?" I tossed it to the ground and fled to the pier. Something brought up to mind, I had unfinished business to do. I decided there was one last thing to do and that was to find the two ungrateful Pokémon who have turned my life upside down. I took a ferry that would take me to the Grass Continent. As soon as I arrived, without revealing my overall intentions, I asked several Pokémon around if they knew who Gerald and Lucile Weavile were. I told them that they were my parents and they told me to meet up here in Windmill Town. Eventually, Kangaskhan, the owner of Kangaskhan Café told me that they recognize who they are and told me that they were weekend customers and live southwest. I was more than amused to hear this bit of information. I remember my parents wanting to come live here because this was their dream of living in a town where it's "more serene and has a great view of the mountains".

Weavile: I hope this is the right address. (Knocks on the door) Hello?

Gerald: (Hears a voice) In a minute! (Opens the door) Why hello there, who might you be?

Lucile: Gerald, who is at the door?

Weavile: (Clears his throat and makes a smirk) Hello mother and father, it's so nice to see you both again.

Gerald: Pardon? I'm sorry, but what are you talking about? We never had any children.

Weavile: (Slams the door shut) Cut the crap dad, you know what you both did a long time ago. You left me to rot in that "school" you sent me to.

Lucile: (Takes a good look at Weavile) (Gasps) It is you!

Gerald: We left you there because we wanted someone to give you a future that we ourselves couldn't provide.

Weavile: Bullshit! I remembered long ago about that conversation you had with mom about wanting to disown me because you didn't want me to live in your paradise! (Takes a deep breath) Now that I have found you, I can finally repay you both for leaving me there. (Uses Swords Dance)

Gerald: (Nervous) Weavile, we know what we both did was wrong, but now that you are here, we can tell you in person how sorry we both are.

Weavile: Too late for apologizes.

Lucile: Please Weavile, we can continue where we left off.

Weavile: (Slashes Lucile) You're next… dad.

Gerald: LUCILE! (Prepares to attack) Weavile, you have gone too far.

Weavile: And so, did you. (Sounds of slashing)

Years later…

Warden Magnezone: Herd, I have been meaning to ask. You were never fond of evolution, why is it so?

Chief Klinklang: Now that I think about it, you have served for this department longer than anyone around, especially when you were there when Aggron was Warden.

Warden Magnezone: So, did I.

Chief Herdier: Look, Warden.

Warden Magnezone: (Light chuckle) I did tell you before to call me by Mag.

Chief Herdier: I prefer to name yuh based on your merit. Being a Stoutland would be great n' all, but I prefer to stay as a Herdier. Plus, when my kids were young, (squints his eyes) they love getting on top of me and I would always give them rides. I have always been more reluctant as a Herdier. Even age wouldn't make a difference because I was very active. I always had that mindset where I can do so much without the need of evolvin'. Also, in case you haven't forgotten, you have always asked me why I carry this piece of rock as a pendant. Well, it's because I am carrying a piece of an Everstone around.

Warden Magnezone: That explains everything. I have done some research and found out something interesting from Aggron and you. This wasn't the only time you have pissed off Aggron by him. I even heard that he was kind of pissed that you regretted his offer as Warden. I feel that every time I step into my office, I can imagine seeing you sitting down on this leather chair handing you files of several classified cases.

Chief Herdier: Mag, you deserve this position more than I do. I have always enjoyed putting myself into dire situations and taking risks just to save keep our regions safe and for others. I have always put others then myself because it is our job as peacekeepers. Plus, I enjoy meetin' the new cadets in orientation every year and having the privilege to train them together every day. I believe in these young, devoted rookies to make a dramatic impact in our community because once we all step down, a new generation will review the flaws we made in the past and learn how to resolve these past mistakes. You demonstrate more tenacity and positivity than I do.

Chief Klinklang: (Scoffs) You should be a dean for an institution considering you are well at delivering speeches.

Chief Herdier: Years of experience as a Public Speaker, Klinklang. Also, don't ask about my proficiency in speakin' English because I appreciated the dialect, we had in the Snow Continent.

Chief Klinklang: Wasn't intending on asking that.

Chief Herdier: Very well.

Warden Magnezone: Speaking of which, how has Weavile been?

Chief Herdier: Bringin' up his name concerns me Mag. I have not seen or heard him in years.

Chief Carbink: Has he ever sent anything to you? Post cards, letters, telegrams, anything?

Chief Herdier: No.

Chief Klinklang: (Something brings up to his mind) Crap, call me crazy Herdier, but since Weavile was close to you, he may have some talked with you more than us. Has he ever had grudges towards anything or anyone?

Chief Herdier: Now that you brought it up, yes, he does bear some grudges. I remember that night we camped outside of Craggy Coast, after he fought with Kingdra, he mentioned how much he wanted to come back home. Telling me about how much he wanted to take on the Pyromaniacs. However, I told him that we are in no condition nor did we have the numbers to take on an entire clan.

Chief Octillery: Herd, you don't think he spend all this time formulating a plot on returning to the Snow Continent to take out the Pyromaniacs, don't you?

Chief Herdier: (Realizes something) Fuckin' hell, he may have.

Chief Octillery: Herdier, does he ever bear a grudge against you?

Herdier: Not that I know of, but he has gotten mad at me several times.

Officer Magneton: Warden, I just got notified from another precinct that the tribes are attacking from the Mist and Snow Continent. Herdier, you want to see this.

Chief Herdier: (In disbelief that he reads a newspaper clipping showing Weavile being one of the tribe leaders attacking the Snow Continent) I cannot believe it.

Officer Magneton: There's no doubt that it's him. I'm very sorry Herdier.

Chief Herdier: Klinklang, I'm going to need your help on this one.

Chief Klinklang: Wow, so much for not acknowledging type weaknesses.

Chief Herdier: Shut up. I do not know what this boy was thinkin' tryin' to take out an entire clan and joinin' the tribes.

Warden Magnezone: Take Kingdra and Octillery with you.

Chief Herdier: Oc knows the Faraway Sea well more than I do.

Chief Octillery: I know another dungeon that connects Faraway Sea to the Snow Continent.

Chief Klinklang: If only we knew that sooner.

Chief Herdier: It's fine (Spots Kingdra). Kingdra, I need you to come with us.

Chief Kingdra: Why?

Chief Herdier: It's Weavile. The kid's back at the Snow Continent.

Chief Kingdra: I do not like where this is going. I'll come. (Blast from the walls) What the?!

Tribe Leader Metagross: Greetings officers, as you may have heard, we do plan on taking control of Treasure Town, the Mist and Snow Continent. Do not interfere with our plans of world domination, or else I will obliterate you and your entire precinct. (Spots Herdier) You must be the infamous Chief Herdier, Weavile had mentioned before. Your reputation precedes Chief. Before I depart, on his behalf, he told me that he left you a gift back home. I wonder what he got you. (Notices Magnezone's ability Magnet Pull is pulling him closer; Counters with Hyper Beam) Did you really think that you were going to stop me that easily with your ability? I knew studying you would be a smart knowing that this may occur. Until then, don't waste every bit of your strength against us. (Levitates out of here)

Chief Herdier: (Wonders about the gift) Mag, give me your walkie-talkie, I accidently left mines at home (Contacts Tsareena) Honey, if you are hearing this, protect the kids while I come back home. Weavile is trying to harm you all! He's one of the tribe leaders everyone has been looking for! Again, please protect the kids while I get back home! (Ends the call). Tomorrow, we will go by morning. I need to go now to check on my family.

Warden Magnezone: I'll go with you Herdier.

Chief Herdier: Thanks Mag. (Hops on Magnezone, as soon as he arrives back home, he notices something is blocking the door) What the hell? Take Down! (Breaks the obstacle and notices blood smeared on the walls and everyone else on the ground) Honey! Lillipup, (Hears Bounsweet coughing) Bounsweet! (Holds her) Sweetie, who has done this to you all?

Bounsweet: *Pant pant* It was someone named Weavile. I… overheard mommy talking to someone who knows you… from the Snow Continent *coughs*.

Chief Herdier: (Puts a paw on Bounsweet's lip and presses his cheek on her) No more talkin' Bounsweet. (She takes one last glimpse of her father as she passes away) (Gives a soft kiss on Bounsweet's cheek) I'm sorry… everyone.

Earlier…

Tribe Leader Metagross: Seriously, why are we here Weavile? We should be attacking the Mist and Snow Continent by now.

Weavile: I have personal matters to do right now.

Tribe Leader Metagross: You made an oath that personal problems will not be situated when joining the tribes, Weavile.

Weavile: Shut up, inform the police department in Treasure Town about their little surprise and go to the Mist Continent. I will let you know once the Snow Continent is under my total control.

Tribe Leader Metagross: Ugh… I begin to regret the decision I made to recruit you. (Leaves)

Weavile: (Knocks on the door) I hope this is the right house.

Tsareena: Give me a minute. (Door opens) Why hello, who are you supposed to be?

Weavile: I am a friend of Herdier, he helped me out during the incident at the Snow Continent. I don't know if he ever discusses about a Sneasel, but he was referring to me. (Shows his explorer's badge and she recognized the same exact design of the badge Herdier once had)

Tsareena: Oh, it is you. Why come in, tea?

Weavile: I'd be delighted thank you.

Tsareena: I heard so much about what happened at the Snow Continent. When the Pyromaniacs torched the entire continent, the leader of the Snow Continent demanded that everyone were to flee.

Weavile: Yeah, (Tsareena hands him his cup of tea) thank you. My anger grew when they took everything that I have cherished.

Tsareena: I understand the pain you have, Weavile. Though, you still do cherish what you have in your heart. If I may recall, Herdier did train you during our voyage to Treasure Town, am I correct?

Weavile: Yes, still to this time, I have always yet to wonder why made the choice to do so.

Tsareena: I believe he sees a future in you. He truly understands your background as well as how much

Lillipup: Are you the Sneasel my father has told me about?

Weavile: Uh… yeah.

Lillipup: (Excited) Cool, I can't believe it's really you! I have so many questions to ask you!

Weavile: (A little amused by Lillipup's excitement) (Smiles) Maybe for another time.

Tsareena: (Hears Herdier's walkie-talkie) Herdier forgot it, again did he?

Chief Herdier: Honey, if you are hearing this, protect the kids while I come back home. Weavile is trying to harm you all! He's one of the tribe leaders everyone has been looking for! Again, please protect the kids while I get back home!

Tsaereena: Trop Kick! (Critical hit on Weavile)

Weavile: Oomph, that hurts.

Tsareena: (Angered) I think it is best for you to leave now.

Weavile: Try and stop me then. (Tsareena draws another attack but Weavile strikes her with several Icicle Crash attacks) You have failed miserably, not just as an independent, but a mother as well. (She tries to breathe) Don't worry Tsareena, I'll send a message to Herdier saying how much his endearing wife would love to see you join her. (Metal Claws Tsareena piercing her heart as she goes breathless)

Bounsweet and Lillipup: Mommy!

Lillipup: You monster, you killed Mommy! You will pay for this! (Releases out a battle cry) Take Down!

Bounsweet: No wait, Lillipup!

Weavile: Hehehe! Slash! (Slashes Lillipup)

Bounsweet: Lillipup! (Petrified in fear as she watches Weavile walks towards her) (Cries) Please, I do not to lose my life!

I watch Bounsweet plead for mercy as she doesn't want to end up like her brother and mother. However, she knows my identity from Herdier and I cannot risk anyone revealing any details about me. Executing her was my only choice and indeed have I. Or so it may seem… she was found by Herdier and told him that I was responsible for the lives of his family. All he needs to know is where I'm at.

(Pokémon Sun/Moon Rescuing Lillie theme plays)

The next morning…

Chief Herdier: Is everyone ready?

Chief Octillery: Yeah.

Chief Kingdra: Supplies are packed on each bag.

Chief Klinklang: Everyone have their moves set?

Everyone: Yes!

Chief Herdier: Killin' my family was the worst he has ever done. Ladies and gentlemen, we got someone to catch.

Moments later at the Faraway Sea…

Chief Klinklang: Hold on a minute, before we left, you mentioned about killing someone's family.

Chief Herdier: Last night, my family was killed. Bounsweet's final words were that she overheard a conversation with Tsareena and Weavile about how he wanted to come back to the Snow Continent and get revenge on the Pyromaniacs. Does that ring a bell to anyone?

Chief Kingdra: (Looks down on the ground) I can't believe it.

Chief Klinklang: Whether he has committed this or not, we must turn in him still, Herdier.

Chief Herdier: I'm afraid so.

Chief Kingdra: A long time ago, when I took a swim at the pier, I found one of our exploration badges, but this one had a tear on the ribbon. (Hands the badge to Herdier)

Chief Herdier: (Sniffs the badge) There's no doubt about it, it has Weavile's scent. We need to get there quickly.

(Theme ends)

Hours later

(Gates to Infinity Kyurem battle theme plays)

Tribe Leader Weavile: Slash! (Slashes a Heatmor)

Foe Infernape: Mach Punch!

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Dodges quick and counters with Icicle Crash) I will slay every single one of you, even if I must tear out all your fucking organs! (Crushes a Charmeleon)

Foe Houndoom: Flamethrower! (Hits Weavile)

Tribe Leader Weavile: Swords Dance follow up with Slash! (Lands a critical hit on Houndoom)

Foe Flareon: (Collapses on the ground but is dragged by the tail) No… no, no, no, no! (Slashing sounds)

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Grabs Magmar's neck and snaps its neck) That should be every single one. (Notices a Vulpix) Seems like there's one more. (Grabs her on the neck and slashes her face and throws her like a ragdoll)

Foe Vulpix: (Tears up) Please… don't hurt me.

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Grabs Vulpix by the tail) You all made a mistake leaving this continent to cinders.

Chief Herdier: Put her down, Weavile!

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Looks behind) Herdier. (Tosses Vulpix as he prepares to attack her)

Chief Herdier: (Shields Vulpix from Weavile's Slash) Head to the harbor, a Klinklang and an Octillery will help you get to safety. (Vulpix runs away) I had a feeling that you'd come back here to take out the Pyromaniacs all by yourself and I can see you did.

Tribe Leader Weavile: They all deserve death, every single one of them!

Chief Herdier: Not every fire-type here were a part of the Pyromaniacs clan Weavile. And speakin' of death, these aren't the only deaths you caused. Takin' out my family just for your troubles was the last straw Weavile.

Tribe Leader Weavile: I should have ended you sooner when I heard you trying to communicate to Tsareena.

Chief Herdier: So, it was you. I don't understand you, Weavile. You began to blame me for the loss of your grandmother, slaughtered my wife and kids, blame us for not teachin' you how to defend yourself, killed your own family and suddenly, you appear on the outlaw's most wanted for joinin' an organization that goes way against what we are fighting for. All this just to retaliate against those who remind you of your past failures. And to make things worse, you went back to take on the Pyromaniacs and killin' them all until they no longer see life once more. Is startin' a bloody massacre your definition of being a "hero"?

Tribe Leader Weavile: They all deserve to die, Herdier! Every single member in that clan including the children to prevent them from taking over other continents.

Chief Herdier: And what did you achieve from murderin' every single clan member?

Tribe Leader Weavile: A blanket of blood all over their hideouts and camps to show their true nature.

Chief Herdier: This is not the humane way to live Weavile.

Tribe Leader Weavile: This all would have not happened if these fuckers never raided our continent and started a bonfire all over the city.

Chief Herdier: And this is how you respond? Murderin' them all just to watch them slowly die? Weavile, you've made a complete fool of yourself! The moment the world saw what you were doin', they knew that they had to call us to prevent this mess from happenin'. Several officers from other departments had to come to our aid. They knew what I was doing everything that I can to reason with you.

Tribe Leader Weavile: There was really no point for all of you to show up and stop me from what I have finally done in such a long time ago.

(Theme ends)

Chief Herdier: Not in this manner! (Looks down to the ground) I knew this would be the right time to tell you this. Weavile, I'm goin' to do what I like to call the one-question response, I will only ask you one question, and your response must be truthful and on point. Back at the hospital, when you were just a Sneasel, I asked if you know anyone in your family who can be there to take you back home, you responded no. Time flew by and I even told Tsareena about this and I was considerin' adoptin' you to be a part of our family. Hopin' this would brighten your life a bit more. Despite everything you have done, I had confidence in you that you would grow to be a good kid, but now I see who you truly are. Now I ask you this: Everythin' you have done, do you really think your grandmother will be proud of what you have become from above?

(Pokémon Sword/Shield Macro Cosmos Rose Battle theme plays)

Tribe Leader Weavile: Who are you to ask about my well-being?!

Chief Herdier: 'Cus I care for you damnit! I have given you an opportunity to make an honest livin' for yourself. A chance to fulfill your true potential. I even trained you on how to defend yourself in any situation for Arceus' sake! You don't think that you're the only one refusin' to accept life's injustices? This is how life is for all of us boy, you must accept life in its physical and mental state, even if life wants to do the worst of others including yourself. You learn self-awareness from these experiences and learn how you can prevent this from happening to someone else who may have a similar experience as yours. I told you that watching my mother die in her bed was the worst I had seen with my own eyes, yet I am still moving on with my career as an officer of the law. And because of this, I must take you in.

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Groans) Ice Shard!

Chief Herdier: (Takes the hit) I gave you a chance to look at yourself and to think about who you are and task yourself what you have always wanted to achieve. I even trained you while we were sailin' to Treasure Town!

Tribe Leader Weavile: To hell with you Herdier! Slash!

Chief Herdier: (Dodges) I do not want to hurt you Weavile. Somewhere inside of you is that Sneasel that have always wanted a life of happiness before this mess has happened.

Tribe Leader Weavile: Brick Break! (Herdier blocks by kicking back the Brick Break)

Chief Herdier: If you are saying that you have took down the Pyromaniacs all by yourself, then why are you falling so quickly now? If you wanted the death of me boy, then where is all the strength and effort at?

Tribe Leader Weavile: You are truly getting on my damn nerves! Swords Dance follow up with Night Slash!

Chief Herdier: (Waits for Night Slash to draw in closer) Fire Fang! (Critical hit on Weavile) Retaliate!

Tribe Leader Weavile: Ahh! (Slams to a tree; struggles to get up) How?

Chief Herdier: I care for what I do Weavile. You don't fuck with those who mean the world to me. Magnezone, Carbink, Klinklang, Octillery, and Tsareena. You made your mistake targetin' and murderin' every single one of them. It's over Weavile, you're coming with me.

Tribe Leader Weavile: I HATE YOU HERDIER, ICE SHARD!

Chief Herdier: (Gets hit by several Ice Shards and falls) *Groans* I will not fall from those who bring malice to this world… even if it was you, Weavile. Giga Impact!

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Gets hit) No… I cannot fall.

Chief Herdier: It is over Weavile, I will always stand tall no matter what you do. Turn yourself in Weavile, I do not want you to keep hurting yourself. There's always a second chance to move on.

Tribe Leader Weavile: *Pant pant* Fuck… you. (Spits out blood but notices Metagross' shadow) It's about damn time you showed up.

Tribe Leader Metagross: How about you defend the bridge from the rest of the law enforcement instead of you having this family reunion?

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Hold's a King's Rock) Here Herdier, (Uses Fling and Herdier flinches; hops on Metagross) The fact that you blew my one and only chance to take back what should have been done a long time ago. Yet, that chance was taken away by the ones who call themselves saviors of this world. Pokémon like you are the ones who shouldn't deserve to live in this world. (Both leave)

(Theme ends)

Chief Herdier: Weavile wait! (Collapses and faints)

Watchog: (Fainted voice) I found him!

Several days later…

Magnezone: Glad to see you back on duty.

Chief Herdier: (Feels down) Thanks. (Groans) I don't know what went wrong Mag.

Warden Magnezone: Herdier, it wasn't your fault that Weavile's fate has come to this.

Chief Herdier: I could have done a better job Mag; I feel like a father who has tried everything to connect with his own son but failed to.

Warden Magnezone: You have done everything you could do. When the time comes, Weavile will be stopped. In the meantime, we will inform all departments from other continents to update on Weavile's recent whereabouts. How are you holding from yesterday's funeral?

Chief Herdier: I'll last. Only thing was that days later after cleaning up the mess Weavile made, I knew my time in that place was up, therefore I put the house on sale. Except, I did not include blood smeared on the walls and carpet from my wife and kids. I'd thought it's time for a new family to move in and start their memories there. All those memories I've had in that place.

Warden Magnezone: Any offers?

Chief Herdier: Yes actually, an hour ago when before I showed up here. I received an offer from a couple that wanted to begin a new life here in this house. I might have to leave in an hour or so because I wanted to meet them both in person to finish negotiations. Either way, I have already found a place for myself.

Chief Kindgra: (Enters) Hey, got news for you all. They cleaned out all the mess at the Snow Continent.

Warden Magnezone: Wow, I am more surprised to hear about this.

Chief Kingdra: It's only a matter of time before they restructure the towns and cities.

Chief Carbink: Does this mean we get to move back over there?

Warden Magnezone: Nah, I like it here. Treasure Town may be peaceful but has a lot of evildoers who needs to be punished.

Chief Herdier: Mag, just keep in mind that I am officially retiring from the department tomorrow.

Chief Kingdra: These cadets will really miss the person they look up to every day. The department will also be silent without you.

Chief Herdier: (Blushes) Oh, stop Kingdra. I can't become emotional right now.

Chief Klinklang: What do you plan on doing now, Herdier?

Chief Herdier: I do not know anymore. (Looks at a business card) I met a young fellow who wanted to start his own detective agency. Somethin' about him reminded so much about me. He has this tenacious and passionate persona I used to have when I was little. Plus, an old friend of mines I knew from college, Vigoroth, thought about joinin'. That's how I was informed about this project of his.

Chief Kingdra: Who exactly is this fellow of yours?

Chief Herdier: He's an Aegislash.

Chief Kingdra: Aegislash… doesn't ring a bell to me.

Warden Magnezone: Ahh I remember the good old days when I was a detective. We handled so many cases including finding rare treasures in dungeons. Hell, we had to stop an entire group because they were attacking exploration teams.

Chief Herdier: Mag, never have you mention anything about this to us or even me.

Warden Magnezone: You never asked.

Chief Herdier: Jesus… (Looks at the time) it's almost time, I'll see you guys later.

Warden Magnezone: Take care Herdier.

(Later that night…)

Herdier: (Reads his book while staring at the river) It's beginning to feel a lot like home, now that the house is finally sold. (Looks at his photo of Tsareena and the kids he uses as a bookmark) *Sigh* Tsareena, I miss you lots and the kids.

Weavile: (Weavile stands on top of a tree branch hearing Herdier's words) Hmph. (Tosses his explorer's badge to Herdier and disappears)

Herdier: (Notices something hitting him on the head) Hmm? (The gleam of the slashed badge shines on him) (Groans) You were once a good kid Weavile.

Herdier was always dense for not acknowledging about my past. Not everyone can leave behind the past at the same rate as others. Now, you are probably wondering why Metagross has brought your attention and why I became a tribe leader. (Drinks his cup of tea) By the way, thanks for the tea, my throat was getting a little sore. Before Herdier handed me the police exploration badge, I've met Metagross at Kangaskhan's Café. Of course, I knew who he was. Not only was Metagross a leader of one of the tribes, he was also the chairman of the Prairie Continent. How he kept this a secret from others was an enigma at first, but it was easy. Allow me to provide some info for you all. Look, I may be a class-act, but hey, having a grandmother who has taught you well on respecting others was a gift I held. Located on the other side of the world, northwest

Tribe Leader Persian: Now then, you will be working with the Shiny Scrafty twins and Arcanine on the downfall of these explorers.

Weavile: This plan of yours better work

Tribe Leader Persian: I am never wrong Weavile.

Weavile: Says the doctor who still falls under a trance with a ball of yarn.

Tribe Leader Persian: Okay, I am seriously going to bring this up for our next meeting.

Hours later…

Did I ever tell you how much I despised the Scrafty twins? Well allow me to explain, these twins are two psychotic idiots that prefer to get their hands dirty every time they are assigned to do a task. Kind of the reason why Persian was always pissed off and stopped sending them both on "stealth" missions. (Flashbacks to one of their missions) One of our missions was to shut down an exploration guild in the Volcanic Continent, located in the southeastern hemisphere.

Scrafty 1: Salutations explorers (Everyone stops eating).

Scrafty 2: Sorry to interrupt your dinner time.

Sandslash: Get cover! Crush Claw!

Scrafty 1: (Yawns) Payback. (Breaks Sandslash)

Weavile: Icicle Crash! (Hits several Pokemon) Wait, did you kill Sandslash?! This wasn't part of our plan!

Scrafty 2: It's better to keep them dead other than letting them breathe again! Brother don't you think it is would be better to destroy what is radiating this strange mysterious power that prevents the use of our orbs?

Scrafty 1: (Focus Punches an Umbreon) Oh… yeah. I was really having fun torturing our guests, brother.

Guildmaster Camerupt: You really think that we're going to let you escape from the intolerable acts you have caused?

Scrafty 2: Yes actually, we manage to end several lives as well as this one here.

Furret: Help me… (Lost breath as she gets her neck snapped by Scrafty 1)

Weavile: You two irritate me. That's why you both do not accompany me. Alright Camerupt, you just witness all your members perish, so we want you to hand over the secrets you have in your chest.

Camerupt: I will never hand them to you three. Flamethrower!

Weavile: Fake Out! (Hits Camerupt in time to prevent Flamethrower from being used) Scraftys, now!

Both Scraftys: Focus Punch! (Both land critical hits sending Camerupt flying to the wall)

Camerupt: You can't—.

Weavile: Slash! (Ends Camerupt's life) The Guild master is who we are supposed to target. Now then, let's see what you have been hiding in this chest of yours.

Scrafty 2: (Opens the chest only to reveal a map) A map… (scans the map) of all the locations of the guilds all over the globe!

Scrafty 1: Well what a waste. I was hoping for gold or very rare items.

Weavile: Shut up, do you know what this means? We have the locations to all exploration guilds. Long have the tribes wanted to get their hands on a map. (Calls Persian) Persian, we got the map and a couple of bodies.

Persian: Bodies?! Let me guess… the Scrafty… oh never mind. We shall maintain hold of all their resources as well as the information Camerupt has kept. Head back, I will have Hydreigon begin preparations.

The Scrafty twins and I snatched all the jobs from the bulletin boards and took advantage of them. Some of them I participated. Honestly, I will tell you how gruesome and terrifying it was doing these tasks. Especially if you are the client. Those who have requested for item delivery, acquiring an exploration team to open a sealed or golden chamber, or needed to be rescued, would have their items stolen and the requestee would be slaughtered left to rot. Jobs posted by the police department for exploration teams to search for outlaws are defeated and outlaws are to be an ally of us. Using their talents, we would reward them very generously or they can become a part of our tribe. Now we take a huge time lapse to where I encountered Herdier one last time. Only did it result in beating him and finishing his life right before his eyes!

(Breathes hard) There… I did it. I have finally stopped Herdier. Yet, my heart feels like it is bleeding on the inside. I look at the dust piling in his body. I began to tear up and cry. I let out a roar to releasing all my burdens on Herdier for everything he has prevented me to do in order to make the world "a better place". Well that idea has been scrapped many years ago. I put his body in a cardboard box Persian kept in case he needed to store away tools. I remember having a delivery postman hat I used as a disguise to take out one of the camps. I left the package outside of Aegislash's building waiting on the rooftop hoping he would open the box.

Tribe Leader Weavile: (Knocks on the door) Delivery!

Aegislash: Hold on a minute. (Sees the box) That's interesting, my package doesn't arrive until next week and I don't think my package requires that size. (A foul stench lingers from the box) Something smells odd. (Takes the box inside)

Vigoroth: What's inside the box, and why does it smell?

Watchog: (Smells the odor) What is that? I can literally smell it from upstairs! What can this possibly be … (Opens the box) (Shocked) Oh, shit!

Aegislash and Vigoroth: HERDIER!

Watchog: I'm calling emergency services right away! (His voice fades away)

Upon waiting for these fools at the Sacred Circle, I stopped Herdier's house by the lake. I stared down looking at my reflection asking myself the same question over and over. What did I achieve from ending Herdier? Was it the satisfaction of ending the life of my former mentor? Distant from the lake, I began to see an illusion of Herdier.

Herdier's Spirit: So, you finally did it. You finally slaughtered my entire family and me. However, I do not understand the choice you made joining them. (Nods his head left to right) I told you before, if you were to turn yourself in, I would still forgive you and use the time to become a better person. Humans and Pokémon are not born malevolent by heart Weavile, it is the actions they make that will lead to their fate. You had time, but you didn't use it wisely.

Weavile: You're nothing but a faded memory Herdier. Anything you say will not interfere with my mental state. (Leaves the area)

(Weavile closes the book) And there you have it, you got to learn more about my troubled past. Aside from my malevolent side, I share thanks to you all for having the opportunity to hear me out. I think it is time for me to head back. These heroes are finally going to get what they deserve. A desirable end to all who dream of forming an exploration team. (Herdier's spirit appear leaving his badge on the red leather chair)

End of Episode 20.

This took several months to finish, especially since I had to change things up a notch since Galar was introduced. ;D I'm glad I got to finish this and hope you all enjoyed this chapter/episode. More character biographies will be made soon. Stay tuned for the next episode/chapter.

Type Change Seed – Special seed that only the police department can utilize. Eating this seed will change your current typing to a random type. In most cases, if a Pokémon were to possess two types, both would change to random types. Can restore belly by a little.