Pokémon: Chronicles of Freedom

"Larvitar!" Cain noticed Larvitar's unusual reaction and called out firmly.

Larvitar, upon hearing Cain's voice, seemed to regain control. Its eyes, which had started glowing a strange red, returned to normal.

"Larr...?" it asked in confusion, looking at Cain as if it didn't understand what had just happened.

"This isn't just energy; it feels like something much deeper," Cain murmured as he kept his eyes on the pendant, which was slowly beginning to disintegrate.

Once the pendant had completely broken, the chains binding the mysterious coffin began to slide off and fall. In a short time, the coffin was entirely free of restraints.

A dry sound echoed as a cloud of dust rose. A thin crack appeared on the surface of the coffin, from which a faint red vapor emerged.

Cain slowly stepped back, bringing his Pokémon with him. Although the ancient king's calculations suggested the coffin should be safe, no one could truly guarantee what was about to emerge after so long.

A soft clink broke the tense silence. Something fell from the coffin to the floor and rolled until it stopped at Cain's feet.

It was a small red crystal orb that, as it settled, reflected a warm and gentle glow.

Larvitar's eyes lit up instantly at the sight of the orb. It even seemed like drool was beginning to gather at its mouth.

Cain cautiously crouched to pick up the orb. As he took it, he felt a soft warmth emanating from it. Inside the orb, the "Ω" symbol could clearly be seen in a pale yellow hue.

Cain immediately recognized its resemblance to the Red Orb that, in the future, would be coveted by Team Magma—although this version was noticeably smaller.

"Larr... Larr..." Larvitar murmured, its voice filled with impatience and desire as it stared at the orb in Cain's hands.

"Scan this orb," Cain ordered the system in his mind, holding the orb in front of him without handing it over to Larvitar just yet.

Item Name: Red Orb (Small)

Description: Contains a significant concentration of energy from the legendary Pokémon Groudon, known as the god of the land.

Effect: Can provide a large amount of energy to Pokémon, with a small chance of granting Groudon's unique moves.

Warning: Excessive use could result in loss of mental control.

The analysis confirmed Cain's suspicions. This small orb had properties similar to the authentic Red Orb, but with less power. While it couldn't summon or control Groudon like the original, it did contain energy that Pokémon could absorb.

Cain reflected on the possible moves Larvitar could gain from the orb. Groudon was known for its immense power, with the move Precipice Blades being one of its most iconic.

According to legend, Groudon developed this move to overcome its inability to fly, allowing it to strike airborne enemies with devastating Ground-type power.

A loud Bang! Bang! interrupted his thoughts. Something else seemed to be emerging from the coffin.

Cain looked up and saw massive legs, similar to Groudon's, slowly coming out of the coffin. The same "Ω" symbols adorned their surface, though they lacked the golden glow characteristic of Primal Groudon.

Instead, the markings were black, and the rest of the body was covered in a deep red hue.

Gradually, a full figure emerged from the coffin.

Cain instinctively stepped back upon seeing what stood before him. For a moment, he almost believed it was the real Groudon.

The Pokémon had the same imposing design: the head, limbs, and tail were identical to the legendary Pokémon. However, upon closer inspection, Cain noticed critical differences.

The creature's chest was decorated with strange runes, similar to those seen on a Golurk, and a protective panel protruded from its torso. It was evident that this compartment housed its energy core.

It was a Golurk with Groudon's appearance.

Its eyes weren't real, but rather a pair of glowing symbols meant to simulate eyes. Although its size was smaller than the real Groudon, its presence was just as intimidating.

Cain quickly analyzed the situation while his system scanned the Pokémon.

Pokémon: Golurk – Groudon-Type (Unknown)

Gender: Genderless

Level: 69

Type: Ground + Fire

Ability: None

Held Item: Groudon Energy Core

Egg Moves: None

Basic Moves: Heavy Slam, High Horsepower, Pound, Astonish, Defense Curl, Mud-Slap, Rollout, Shadow Punch, Iron Defense, Stomping Tantrum, Mega Punch, Magnitude, Dynamic Punch, Night Shade, Curse, Earthquake, Hammer Arm, Focus Punch

Learned Moves: Fire Punch, Thunder Punch, Ice Punch, Earth Power, Drain Punch

TM Moves: None

Cain was impressed by the ancient technology and knowledge that had gone into creating this Pokémon. It was an impressive tribute to Groudon, designed to replicate both its appearance and power.

The Pokémon remained motionless, its eyes fixed on the small Red Orb in Cain's hands. It showed no signs of aggression, but its very presence was unsettling.

"Could this orb be the key to controlling it?" Cain wondered, though he quickly recalled that the ancient king's records stated this Golurk had been impossible to control, which led to its sealing.

"Maybe it's the effect of the coffin... The long duration of containment and energy depletion may have dissipated its original aggression," Cain reasoned as he held the orb.

Whatever the case, the creation now before him was a testament to the ingenuity of the ancients—but also a reminder of the dangers of tampering with powers beyond understanding.

(End of chapter)