Just from the name alone, Aaron could tell it was some kind of dedicated training space for Pokémon.
Curious, he asked in his mind,
"System… what exactly does this Pokémon Training Space do?"
"Ding~ The Pokémon Training Space can link to every Poké Ball owned by the host, allowing the Pokémon inside to enter the training space."
"It can simulate any environment, letting Pokémon live in surroundings they prefer. When training moves inside, move proficiency increases by 300%…"
"Most importantly, Pokémon within the space can rapidly recover from injuries and restore stamina and mental energy."
The system explained its functions in a faintly smug tone.
"Hiss…"
Aaron genuinely sucked in a breath.
Isn't this just blatant cheating?
Wait.
Haven't I basically been cheating this whole time?
No, no—if it's always been part of the system, it doesn't count as cheating.
So that meant whenever his Pokémon stayed inside their Poké Balls, they would automatically enter the training space.
The space could generate customized environments based on each Pokémon's preferences.
For example, Frog Boss liked… well… lounging in Aaron's room with the computer on, binge-watching the Nin-ninja series.
Training Space? Instantly replicated.
And training moves inside came with triple proficiency gains.
That was ridiculous.
Now they could train inside their Poké Balls and quietly pull ahead of everyone else.
Aside from Frog Boss—the undisputed king of hacks—the rest of his team could finally boost their move proficiency at a crazy pace too.
And with that absurd recovery effect, there was practically no need to visit a Pokémon Center anymore.
Perfect.
Without hesitation, Aaron activated the Pokémon Training Space and let his Pokémon enter to try it out.
Of course, this wasn't a vacation.
They still had to train seriously.
Snorlax, the team's most relentless grinder, started training the moment it stepped inside—ridiculously diligent as always.
...
At that moment, Grant walked over with a wide grin and clapped Aaron on the shoulder.
"Well done, Aaron!"
"Hahaha… did you see Daimon's face?"
"His face went completely dark. That was priceless"
Aaron just smiled, then asked curiously,
"Major Grant… Kieran's already at Elite-tier. Why wasn't he chosen as a special candidate?"
Grant noticed the confusion in Aaron's eyes and smiled.
"Because this year's a little different."
He looked at Aaron with a faintly amused expression, clearly waiting for him to ask more.
Aaron's lips twitched.
If it's different, just say it already…
He had no choice but to press further.
"Major Grant… stop dangling it. What's so special about this year?"
"Hahaha…"
"Didn't expect you to be this impatient."
"Alright, alright. I'll stop teasing."
Grant laughed, then gradually turned serious.
"Because this year, the League discovered a brand-new elite zone."
"It hasn't been officially ranked yet, but initial exploration teams have already gone in. So far, the strongest Pokémon found there haven't exceeded Elite tier. It'll most likely be categorized as an Intermediate-level Elite Training Zone."
"The incredible part is that there's a special area inside that can temporarily and significantly enhance a Pokémon's comprehension."
"Do you understand what that means?"
As he spoke, a sharp gleam lit up Grant's eyes.
Aaron's pupils tightened.
"Skill Apotheosis?"
Grant looked at him with clear approval and nodded, excitement flickering across his face.
"That's right. Once a Pokémon's move proficiency reaches the Apotheosis, it undergoes a true transformation."
"It's no longer just an ability—it becomes something on an entirely different level."
"But reaching the Apotheosis tier is extraordinarily difficult. Countless trainers throughout history have fallen short at that threshold."
"And the greatest obstacle… is a Pokémon's comprehension."
A trace of longing flickered in Grant's eyes as he spoke quietly.