Ronan had specially designed this evolutionary path by taking advantage of the semi-botanical traits unique to Grass-type Pokémon.
Ivysaur used Ingrain in soil enriched with Leaf Stone powder while Lilligant maintained Sunny Day and Grassy Terrain.
Utilizing its Chlorophyll ability, Ivysaur performed Synthesis under the harsh sunlight to accumulate energy.
Finally, it consumed the Grass and Poison-type energy potions Ronan had formulated, perfectly balancing its dual-type reserves.
Sunny Day, Synthesis, Ingrain, and the two specialized potions acted as a key, unlocking the latent energy stored within Ivysaur’s body.
This process also triggered a continuous growth in size as it transitioned into Venusaur.
Ronan’s Ivysaur was already much larger than its peers, and with the guidance and catalysis of this unique method, the light of evolution only faded once Venusaur had reached a towering height of over three meters.
Following its evolution, the bud on Venusaur’s back had fully bloomed into a massive, nearly red flower supported by a thick brown trunk, with several large leaves sprouting at its base.
Its enormous light-blue body was now covered in small, purple-black bumps.
The vibrant, colossal flower and the venomous bumps on its skin served as clear warnings that this Venusaur’s toxicity was not to be underestimated.
Data regarding Venusaur flickered across Ronan’s vision.
Species: Venusaur Potential: Cyan Gender: Male Ability: Chlorophyll Level: 61 Moves: Tackle, Vine Whip, Razor Leaf, Leech Seed, Solar Beam, Mega Drain, Ingrain, Synthesis, Hidden Power (Water), Energy Ball, Grassy Terrain, Sweet Scent, Sunny Day, Stun Spore, Sleep Powder, Poison Powder, Venoshock, Frenzy Plant, Grass Whistle, Substitute, Petal Dance, Sludge Bomb, Earthquake, Hyper Beam, Grass Pledge Technical Machines: Protect, Swords Dance, Bullet Seed After evolving, Venusaur’s strength had not only surged into the Pseudo-Elite Four rank, but its cyan potential aura was also exceptionally brilliant.
Furthermore, Venusaur had mastered Frenzy Plant and Earthquake, Grass and Ground-type moves respectively, elevating its offensive capabilities to a new peak.
One could catch a faint, lingering fragrance drifting from the massive flower on its back simply by standing near it.
The scent was not fresh or natural; rather, it was somewhat cloying and sweet, enough to make anyone who inhaled it feel slightly lightheaded.
This was because Venusaur had just broken through and was not yet proficient in controlling its own energy, causing the floral scent to leak.
It was also a testament to the abundance of Poison-type energy within its body.
If Venusaur were to utilize Sweet Scent in a battle now, it would likely plunge its opponents into a state of hallucination or unconsciousness.
Under Ronan’s specialized cultivation, this Sweet Scent—infused with trace amounts of toxin—could prove invaluable during wilderness explorations.
Weaker Pokémon might lose consciousness the moment they caught the scent.
Even in battles against opponents of the same rank, Venusaur’s Sweet Scent could serve as a powerful surprise tactic.
Ronan brought over several Pokémon for testing and found that this specialized Sweet Scent was highly effective.
The Pokémon quickly began to hallucinate within the peculiar aroma.
Compared to more aggressive toxins, the poison within this fragrance was less immediately harmful, which in turn made a Pokémon’s body less likely to sense and resist the threat.
To Ronan’s surprise, Grass and Poison-type Pokémon were not nearly as resistant to Venusaur’s Sweet Scent as he had expected, showing only about a twenty percent higher resilience than ordinary Pokémon.
This was a remarkable discovery.
Ronan could potentially formulate a specialized protective spray based on Venusaur’s toxin or even establish a dedicated production line for it.
However, Ronan ultimately dismissed the idea.
For one, Venusaur’s toxin was limited in quantity and could not be mass-produced.
The unique scent indicated a mutation in its toxins, and even if he wanted to research a synthetic substitute, it would take an immense amount of time.
Moreover, his existing family businesses already demanded all of his attention.
He didn’t have the spare time to pursue every whim that crossed his mind.
Making potions, crafting Pokéblocks, growing herbs, training Pokémon, inspecting the orchards, and fulfilling League Breeding House orders…
Ronan was incredibly busy and had a large family of Pokémon to support.
He felt that his time was better spent taking on a few more high-paying breeding orders.
“Ba-na…
ba-na…” Venusaur lowered its massive green head and gently nuzzled Ronan’s palm.
The large flower on its back ceased its intoxicating aroma, instead emitting a subtle, pleasant scent.
This indicated that Venusaur was beginning to adapt to the explosive surge of energy within its body.
What remained was to refine its control over that energy and practice its new skills.
Taking advantage of the momentum from its evolution, Ronan spent the next few days putting Venusaur through rigorous training to master its moves.
Beyond that, Venusaur’s deep reservoir of accumulated energy allowed it to grow by another level during the process.
Venusaur was now Level 62.
Although it had only just entered the Pseudo-Elite Four rank, it was already enough to ensure Ronan had a reliable degree of safety within Petalburg Woods.
What delighted Ronan most was the significant improvement in the effectiveness of Venusaur’s Grassy Terrain.
Under the enhancement of Grassy Terrain, combined with Synthesis and Ingrain, Venusaur’s terrifying recovery and stamina, coupled with its immense damage output, had effectively turned it into a formidable living fortress.