In the game, Ogerpon actually does not have a completely “naked” state.
There is no “teal mask” item in the game.
An Ogerpon not carrying a mask is defaulted to the “teal mask” state.
Then the question arises: if an Ogerpon not wearing the teal mask is a mono-Grass type, and wearing the mask is also a mono-Grass type, what is the point of the teal mask?
Therefore, there is a bug here.
Whether in the game or in reality, no one has ever seen the attributes of an Ogerpon not wearing any mask.
“Interesting.” Eric looked at Ogerpon as if looking at a treasure.
Of course, Eric wouldn’t use Ogerpon for research.
What Eric wanted to do was to understand Ogerpon and then better help her unearth the power hidden within her.
“Pon-Pon, can you take off the mask for a moment?” “Pon-ny?” Ogerpon didn’t hesitate at all and took off the mask directly.
However, Ogerpon’s power did not change.
“Victini, come and test Pon-Pon’s energy level.” “Victini.” Victini landed in front of Ogerpon.
The latter didn’t know what Eric wanted to do, but she absolutely trusted Eric.
He had fulfilled their agreement and repaired the mask, so Pon-Pon would also keep her promise.
From today on, Eric was Pon-Pon’s new family.
Pon-Pon had seen that kind of red and white ball.
If Eric wanted to throw a ball at her, Pon-Pon would obediently be caught.
Catching a Pokémon doesn’t necessarily require a battle.
“Victini, Victini, Victini.” Soon, Victini finished the test, and she gave a number: “Level 77.” “So high!” Eric examined the mask in his hand and then handed it back again: “Then what about now?” Victini tested it again, and the result was the same: Level 77.
“I see.” “The mask is a tool, but also a stabilizer for your power, Pon-Pon.” “And when all the masks were lost, your power was blocked and could not be released.” This might be Ogerpon’s trait, the effect of “Embody Aspect”.
“If that’s the case, can the requirements for the mask be changed?” This is the real world, not a game.
In the game, Ogerpon’s abilities were locked to the four masks.
However, it must be noted that the masks were not innate to Ogerpon; they were crafted by the ancestors of Elder Yukito.
The four masks, representing joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness, correspond to the Grass, Fire, Water, and Rock types.
If the mask craftsman of the past had made different masks, or, say, if he had created a fifth or sixth mask, would Ogerpon be able to obtain even more power?
“It is entirely possible!” Since he had become Ogerpon’s Trainer, Eric had to take responsibility, and developing a Pokémon’s potential was precisely the duty of a Trainer.
“But before that, there is one more thing to do.” Thinking this, Eric took a green Poké Ball out of his backpack.
This was a Friend Ball that Eric had specifically purchased at a shopping mall in a large city.
The entirely green Friend Ball matched Ogerpon quite well; its implication of friendship and its effect of increasing friendship levels made it a perfect match.
“Would you like to come along, Pon-Pon?” Eric held the Friend Ball out in front of Ogerpon: “Or, do you need to have a battle first?” “Pon-ny~” Ogerpon shook her head.
A battle?
There was no need for that.
“Pop!” The little one nudged her head against the Friend Ball, and her entire body instantly turned into light and entered it.
The Friend Ball didn’t shake; it simply emitted a ‘thud’ sound, signaling that from this day forward, Ogerpon had become part of Eric’s family, who would accompany him through all kinds of challenges, never leaving his side.
“I’ve caught Ogerpon!” Having officially received Ogerpon’s acknowledgement, even Eric couldn’t help but shout out loud.
“Victini!” “Lilligant~” The two little ones were also happy about the addition of their new companion.
‘Hmm, it’s a good thing my children all have innocent and romantic personalities.’ ‘If it were someone like a Sprigatito,’ Eric thought of certain jealous Pokémon, ‘I’m afraid my household would be in constant turmoil.’ Of course, if a wild Sprigatito really appeared before Eric, he would still catch it without hesitation.
After all, who could refuse a clingy little kitten?
“Come out, Pon-Pon.” Releasing Ogerpon from the Poké Ball, the little one instinctively flew into his arms, and Eric caught her in a hug: “Haha, you’re such a good girl.” “Pon-ny~~” Having regained a family, Ogerpon pushed the word “clingy” to its absolute limit.
She held Eric’s hand and didn’t let go from start to finish.
“Pu-pu~” This scene caught Victini’s eye, making the little one cover her mouth and giggle.
But after only a moment, Victini landed on top of Eric’s head, also showing her clingy side.
“You’re no different, what gives you the right to laugh at Pon-Pon?” Eric extended his finger and tickled the belly of the Victini on his head, making her giggle uncontrollably, yet she was unwilling to leave.
“Alright, I’m going to make lunch.” After a while, Eric took Victini off his head and placed her into Ogerpon’s arms: “You two play over there for a while.” “Victini~” “Pon-ny~” Victini and Ogerpon.
One had been lonely for a thousand years, the other had been far from human settlements for several hundred.
The two were much the same.
And because of this similar experience, the two sisters got along very well.
With the addition of Lilligant, the sight of the three little ones playing and frolicking on the grass simply melted Eric’s heart.
“Ahem.” “Alright, now let’s discuss our future plans.” After eating lunch, Eric packed up the tent and other camping gear and cleaned up the surrounding trash.
Inside the cave, the three little ones sat on the ground, waiting for their Trainer’s instructions.
“The reason for coming to Kitakami this time was to find Pon-Pon.” “Now, Pon-Pon has joined the team.” Eric smiled: “Our plan has been successfully half-completed, and next is the other half.” Ogerpon tilted her head, raised her hand, and asked a question.
“It’s like this.” Eric explained his current situation to Ogerpon.
He was a Trainer, but not a Trainer registered with the League.
So-called League-registered Trainers generally refer to badge holders, or in other words, Trainers who have begun their League Tournament challenge journey.
“According to my plan, I definitely have to participate in the League Tournament.” “The tournament is the best way to make a name for oneself.” Eric stated bluntly: “In order for everyone to grow up healthy, money is indispensable.”