Melemele Island in the Alola Region.
Somewhere in the forest.
Natsuhiko slowly opened his eyes.
"Kapu——"
Tapu Koko hovered in front of him, its colorful eyes watching Natsuhiko.
"Have I returned?"
Natsuhiko looked around, the dense jungle confirmed the world he was in now.
And the color of Tapu Koko's body was quite normal.
He let out a slight sigh of relief.
Originally, the plot was for Diya and Ash Ketchum to send Guzzlord back to the Ultimate Cave, which might have been just one of the goals.
The main point was for Tapu Koko to use Ash Ketchum as a warning to the Alola Region at that time, so as not to repeat past mistakes.
Even though the Alola Region is called the countryside of the Pokemon Realm, its development is average.
But it is precisely because of this that the Alola Region has continued to endure.
Dealing with Guzzlord is minor; having Ash Ketchum to warn or alert is major.
However, because of Natsuhiko's intervention, the original plot has also changed significantly.
The sudden appearance of Buzzwole was the largest anomaly.
But upon further thought.
The reason Tapu Koko chose to transport Natsuhiko over.
Was perhaps to have Natsuhiko take on a role similar to Ash Ketchum's?
To use the outcome of that world's Melemele Island as a warning to the people of this world.
Especially now, when the Alola Region has just opened up, and a massive influx of people and capital is pouring into the region, it's a critical turning point.
"Is this what you mean, Tapu Koko?" Natsuhiko whispered.
Seeing the contemplative Natsuhiko finally understand his meaning, Tapu Koko's expression changed for the first time.
Its eyes curved, revealing a smile.
"Kapu~~"
No wonder it called him "the hero of truth and ideals" right from the start, perhaps because Tapu Koko thought someone with such a status would have sufficient influence... Natsuhiko couldn't help but think.
When relating Tapu Koko's words, it also involved Tapu Bulu...
Natsuhiko showed a helpless smile, scratching his head:
"Although I understand your intention and will try to help you ensure this world's Alola Region does not turn out like that, but... I'm just an ordinary Trainer, you know what I mean?"
Reshiram and Zekrom can't come to Alola; otherwise, it wouldn't be strange if you teamed up.
So, Natsuhiko is really just an ordinary Trainer, perhaps with slightly more influence.
"Kapu!"
Tapu Koko nodded calmly.
[I believe in you.]
The voice echoed in Natsuhiko's mind.
Natsuhiko pressed his lips together.
Alright.
It's good that you believe; I'll do my best.
Natsuhiko also doesn't want this world's Alola Region to become as desolate as the one where Diya is from.
Whether out of personal motives or good intentions.
"Kapu!"
Tapu Koko let out a low cry.
The "Radiant Stone" flew out from Natsuhiko's pocket.
It hovered in front of Tapu Koko.
Then.
Clack—!
Tapu Koko brought its wings, which resembled both wings and armor, together into the shape of a bird's head.
The Radiant Stone was enshrined within.
A brief clang was heard.
When Tapu Koko revealed again, the Radiant Stone had turned into a "Z Bracelet" and fell into Natsuhiko's hand.
"Kapu~~"
After accomplishing this, Tapu Koko prepared to leave.
Glancing at the "Z Bracelet" in his hand, it seemed a bit different from the usual "Z Bracelet," yet he couldn't pinpoint how.
It was also not like the "Z Power Bracelet."
Natsuhiko hastily said:
"Wait a minute! Tapu Koko!"
"Kapu?"
Natsuhiko showed a slight awkward expression, scratching the back of his head:
"Um... do you have an extra 'Z Bracelet'? My influence alone isn't enough, but I have a few friends who are also quite strong. I believe that together we should be able to better prevent that situation, so..."
While Natsuhiko was smiling sheepishly, Tapu Koko paused.
Then another ordinary "Z Bracelet" flew from its body.
[Is that enough?]
Catching the "Z Bracelet," Natsuhiko paused.
"Ahem, if... there's still more, maybe... ahem..."
Tapu Koko's gaze changed slightly.
After a brief pause.
It tossed out another "Z Bracelet."
Hmm.
With a bit more force.
It slightly hurt Natsuhiko's palm.
"Kapu!"
Tapu Koko spoke directly, interrupting Natsuhiko, who opened his mouth awkwardly, still wanting to say more.
Without looking back, it flew off angrily.
Natsuhiko touched his nose, smacking his lips, "Did I overdo it and offend it?"
"Hmm?"
While thinking about whether he had offended Tapu Koko, Natsuhiko noticed that the spot where Tapu Koko had been hovering earlier was glistening slightly.
Taking a few steps forward, he saw it.
Lying on the ground was a pink Pure Crystal.
Natsuhiko's expression turned peculiar.
"Fairy Z?"
Looking up in the direction where Tapu Koko disappeared, the golden dust was still glimmering in the air like stars, lingering for a long time.
He slowly grinned.
"Hard on the outside? But really easy to talk to..."
He picked up the "Fairy Z," then took out the "Eevee Z" he had obtained earlier, as well as the "Insect Z" given by the Tapu Koko from the Otherworld.
In an instant, his "Z Move" collection had significantly increased.
Some Pokémon cannot use Super Evolution, but there are no such restrictions with "Z Moves."