Compared to other regions, Alo is truly unique.
Unlike most regions, Alo does not have a Pokémon League yet, but instead, it is protected by four Guardian Deities—the Legendary Pokémon known as the Tapu.
Each of Alo's four main isnds has its own guardian. On Aka Isnd, the isnd's protector is Tapu Lele.
If Naoki remembered correctly, Kiawe also lived on Aka Isnd.
Among all the Alon isnds, Aka Isnd seemed like the perfect pce to establish a ranch.
The volcanic ash from We Volcano had enriched the soil over time, making the nd exceptionally fertile—ideal for raising Pokémon and growing crops.
With that in mind, Naoki made up his mind.
He spoke to the real estate agent on the phone:
"Can I see the property in person?"
"Of course! Are you currently in the Alo region? If so, I can pick you up, and we can head to Aka Isnd together for an inspection."
Naoki was about to say no, but then he remembered something—if he traveled through Giratina's Reverse World, he could reach Alo in just a couple of hours.
Since it was currently snowing heavily in Paldea, and there wasn't much else to do, this was the perfect time for a quick trip.
"I have some things to take care of first, but I'll be there in about two hours," Naoki said.
"No problem! I'll wait for you."
After ending the call, the two exchanged contact information, and the agent quickly shared the location.
Naoki opened the link, checked the coordinates, and then went to expin his trip to sister Indeedee.
"I'm heading out for a bit. I'll be back soon. And you, little guy," he said, reaching down to pat Greavard's head, "make sure you eat while I'm gone."
"Woof!"
Greavard barked happily, wagging its tail excitedly. It trotted beside Naoki, escorting him to the door, then stood in the snow, watching him leave.
Even after Naoki's figure had long disappeared into the distance, Greavard was still wagging its tail, eyes fixed on the horizon.
Nearby, Pawmot and Cyclizar also stared in the same direction.
Suddenly, a gust of cold wind howled through the air, carrying a flurry of snowfkes with it.
Cyclizar shivered at the sudden chill.
Indeedee gently stepped forward and spoke softly, "Ai Ai." (Come inside, everyone.)
One by one, the Pokémon returned inside.
But with Naoki gone, Cyclizar quickly grew bored.
The Eevee siblings had gone off to py on the World Tree, while Alcremie had gone to visit Garganacl in the Salt Shelter underground.
That left Indeedee, Greavard, Pawmot, Cyclizar, Flutter Mane, Dragonite, and Dratini at home.
As they sat there, unsure of what to do, Pawmot suddenly had an idea.
Its eyes lit up, and it turned to the others excitedly.
"Pawmot!" (Let's py hide-and-seek!)
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At the same time, Naoki and Koraidon were soaring through the Distortion World, their journey cutting through the surreal, ever-shifting ndscape.
After nearly two hours of flying, they finally emerged in the Alo region.
Standing on the bustling streets of the city on Melemele Isnd, Naoki took a deep breath, taking in the sights around him.
The streets were alive with people and Pokémon from various regions, the energy of the city buzzing with excitement.
As one of the most popur tourist destinations in the Pokémon world, Melemele Isnd was even livelier during the holiday season.
For Naoki, however, the overwhelming crowds were a bit too much.
Not wanting to get swept away in the hustle and bustle, he quickly guided Koraidon toward the quieter side of the street and pulled out his Rotom Phone for navigation.
Fortunately, the real estate office wasn't far.
After crossing several streets, Naoki arrived at the Redfin Real Estate Company.
Upon entering the office and expining his visit, a man in a professional suit soon approached him.
"Excuse me, are you Mr. Naoki?"
"That's me." Naoki gave a small nod.
"Welcome to Alo. Please wait a moment—I'll be taking you to Aka Isnd to inspect the ranch."
The agent quickly delegated some st-minute tasks to his colleagues before returning to Naoki with a polite smile.
"Alright, shall we go? By the way, how would you prefer to travel to Aka Isnd? You can take a yacht and enjoy the beautiful tropical ocean scenery, or we can fly there directly using Pokémon."
Naoki thought for a moment before deciding, "Let's fly over. My Pokémon can handle it just fine."
The agent gnced at Koraidon beside Naoki and raised an eyebrow in surprise.
"That's an incredible Pokémon! In that case, let's take to the skies!"
With that, the agent reached for a Poké Ball and tossed it into the air.
In a fsh of white light, a Charizard appeared, fpping its powerful wings.
The agent mounted Charizard while Naoki hopped onto Koraidon, and together, they set off toward Aka Isnd.
As they gained altitude, the ndscape beneath them shrank away, and the towering skyline of the city faded into the distance.
Below, the endless blue ocean stretched out, glimmering under the midday sun.
Above, the sky was a brilliant azure, with Wingull soaring through the air, their cries echoing as they glided effortlessly on the wind.
A gentle sea breeze brushed against Naoki's face.
The warm, tropical climate of Alo was a stark contrast to the snow-covered ndscapes of Paldea.
Naoki couldn't help but rex—Alo truly was paradise.
As they flew, the agent struck up a conversation.
"You're not from Alo, are you?" he asked casually.
"No, I'm from Paldea," Naoki replied.
"Ah, that makes sense. I've heard that agricultural products from Paldea are very popur here! Every month, a special cargo ship arrives in Alo, bringing in fresh produce from Paldea."
The agent smiled as he spoke, clearly a fan of Paldean goods.
"Maybe it's because many farmers in Paldea believe in the King of Bountiful Harvests, Calyrex"
The high priest of the King of Bountiful Harvests cult began his sermon once again.
As expected, the man flying alongside him was intrigued by the topic.
"Calyrex? You mean the legendary Pokémon that can use the internet?"
"That's right! It's incredible that a Pokémon in this world is capable of operating human technology."
Naoki feigned the expression of a curious traveler, maintaining a perfectly straight face.
The man chuckled. "Pokémon are smarter than people give them credit for. My Charizard even watches movies with me."
As if responding to the compliment, Charizard let out a small roar and breathed out a flickering fme.
Both Pokémon flew swiftly, cutting through the sky.
Before long, a lush green isnd emerged on the horizon, standing against the vast blue sea.
A towering volcano dominated the ndscape, its base surrounded by thick jungles and rolling fields of greenery.
The real estate agent gestured ahead. "We're here! This is Aka Isnd! If I remember correctly, the ranch is located near Panio Town."
As they neared their destination, Charizard began its descent.
Naoki and Koraidon followed closely behind.
They passed over a sprawling countryside, flying low above golden fields and meandering rivers, before a quaint Western-style town appeared in view.
The roads were nothing but dusty dirt paths, and the architecture exuded a distinct cowboy aesthetic.
For a moment, Naoki felt like he had stepped into an old Western film.
He half-expected a cowboy to gallop down the street on a Mudsdale, ready to challenge someone to a high noon duel.
Fortunately, his imagination did not become reality.
The two continued forward, soaring past the town and into the expansive farmnds beyond.
The ndscape opened up, stretching far and wide under the afternoon sun.
As far as the eye could see, lush grassnds spread across the pins, kissed by the gentle breeze.
A sparkling river wound its way through the fields, glimmering under the daylight.
And there, nestled in the heart of the open countryside, stood a fenced-off ranch.
The real estate agent pointed downward.
"We've arrived! This is the pce!"
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