The Strongest Trainer - (Translator/editor)

Ash lay on his bed, his consciousness immersed in the system space, with Pichu sleeping beside him.

The system listed the lottery items.

"I'm about to start the lottery. In two years, I haven't received a single attribute point. This is cheating!"

The system disregarded Ash's complaint and presented a slot machine featuring grids in five colors: gold (rare items), black (high-level items), red (intermediate items), blue (ordinary items), and white (empty).

"Start!"

Understanding the lottery's mechanics, Ash initiated it, knowing the system adhered strictly to its rules.

"Ding~!"

[Congratulations, host! You've obtained a blue item: ten stamina recovery potions, capable of restoring half the stamina of novice to advanced Pokémon.]

[Congratulations, host! You've obtained a black item: ten rare candies, offering Pokémon below the champion level a 50% chance to successfully advance to the next level.]

[Congratulations, host! You've obtained a white item: better luck next time!]

"Not bad. Three attribute points, with one wasted, but I drew a black item!"

Ash felt he had gained valuable items.

The system also imparted the manufacturing methods for these items directly into his mind.

The blue item, the stamina recovery potion, seemed suitable for mass production.

However, the black item, the rare candy, required scarce materials and a bit of luck to create.

"I should keep the rare candies confidential.

Even though it's safe to share with Grandpa, widespread knowledge could attract unwanted attention from other families or illegal organizations."

"But the stamina recovery potion is different.

It's easy to produce and more effective than those sold by the Alliance and the Joy family.

It could be a profitable venture and strengthen the Oak clan's economic foundation."

After analyzing the items, Ash stored the rare candies in his system space and set aside the stamina recovery potion for further study.

Given the rarity of materials for rare candies and the uncertainty of obtaining another black item, he decided to reserve them for future use.

When his Pokémon reach the quasi-champion level, using a rare candy could provide a significant chance for advancement—a remarkable advantage.

Ash understood that a Pokémon's potential is innate, with some having a head start due to favorable conditions.

According to the data obtained by research, the potential of Pokémon is 100%, but innate conditions can make a small part of Pokémon be ahead of other in the starting point.

Some Pokémon have potential when they are still eggs, some been developed to 10%, and some are very low, so there will be Pokémon with good and bad talents.

For Pokémon with low innate potential, when it evolves, it will increase its potential, but this increased amount is also different.

If you build a good foundation, plus enough development before evolution, in this case, as it evolves, the increased in potential will be more bigger.

For example, Pichu, the current potential is 100%, but only 21% is developed.

When Ash evolves Pichu, Pikachu's potential will become between 22% and 25%.

But if you evolve when the potential is not fully developed, then after the evolution, the increased potential will become very small, which also limits the chance of breakthrough.

The development of potential is also very difficult. Not only must you be fully proficient in your own skills, but also develop according to the advantages of Pokémon, otherwise, the potential will be wasted and not developed.

The observation of the potential is also very simple, that is to look at the cell activity of the Pokémon.

The stronger the cell is, the greater the potential, but this method can only be known by Ash.

Because he has the mind and eyes, he can observe the cells of any living body.

Coupled with the digitalization of the system, Ash can be said to be the best potential evaluator of pokemon.

For instance, Pichu's potential was at 100%, but only 21% had been developed.

Evolving Pichu at this stage would slightly increase its potential, but evolving too early could limit future growth.

Developing potential requires mastering skills and leveraging a Pokémon's strengths; otherwise, potential remains untapped.

Ash's unique ability to observe cellular activity allowed him to assess a Pokémon's potential accurately.

"Pichu's potential is 21% developed.

A bit more progress, and it can evolve into Pikachu.

The timing seems right; otherwise, upcoming skills will be challenging for Pichu to learn alone."

Looking at the sleeping Pichu beside him, Ash smiled.

Over two years, their bond had grown strong, and their mutual understanding was profound.

At five o'clock the next morning, Ash rose, dressed in white short sleeves, a red and white shirt, light black slacks, and white sneakers.

After a quick wash, he headed to the Oak Research Institute with the stamina recovery potion, leaving Pichu to rest, as there was no rush to train.

As Dr. Oak's grandson, Ash had access to the institute.

He entered easily and called his uncle, Samuel Oak Junior, the current patriarch of the Oak clan and a champion-level trainer.

"Hello? Who's calling so early?"

"Uncle Samuel, it's Ash."

"Ash, what's the matter so early?"

"Over the past two years, I've studied various aspects of Pokémon.

Yesterday, I discovered a method to create a potion that restores half the stamina of novice to advanced Pokémon."

Samuel Oak Junior, recognizing his nephew's talent and maturity, listened attentively to Ash's findings.

Ash's innovation could significantly benefit Pokémon training and the Oki clan's standing in the community.

He eagerly anticipated further discussions on the potential applications of the stamina recovery potion.

Ash's dedication to his research and his Pokémon's development reflected his commitment to excellence and the well-being of his companions.

His discoveries promised to enhance their training regimen and strengthen their bonds.

As he prepared to share his findings with his uncle, Ash felt a sense of accomplishment and excitement for the future endeavors that awaited him and his Pokémon team.

The journey ahead was filled with possibilities, and Ash was ready to embrace them with determination and confidence.

N/t: please, if you see something wrong, say, please.