"We've mostly understood the specifics of the situation."
Seeing Cynthia speak, Irida showed a hint of surprise in her eyes.
She originally thought that Ash and Cynthia had spent the past month completing Team Galactic's commissions and focusing most of their energy on training their Pokemon.
Unexpectedly, the two had also taken the time to investigate the King and the Stone Tablet information.
"Then let's hear about what you've found out."
Cynthia nodded slightly and said, "The King of the Obsidian Fieldlands is named Kleavor, an evolved form of Scyther."
Modern studies have confirmed that Scyther can evolve into Scizor.
But a thousand years ago in the Hisui Region, Scyther had another evolutionary path.
Other Kleavors living in the Obsidian Fieldlands prove that Kleavor is not solely produced by the King's power.
However, the people of Hisui Region have not fully grasped the specific evolution conditions yet.
"Kleavor is worshipped by the Pearl Clan and is currently among the relatively weaker of the reigning Kings, but this weakness is only in comparison to other Kings; its power still vastly exceeds that of ordinary Boss Pokemon."
Irida nodded in agreement, acknowledging that even the weakest King is powerful in comparison to others.
Compared to other Boss Pokemon, it's still considerably stronger.
Cynthia continued, "There are originally five Kings in the Hisui Region, corresponding to five major areas."
"However, the situation on the Cobalt Coastlands is somewhat special. According to the information we've gathered, the previous King of the Cobalt Coastlands has passed away, and a new King hasn't been officially chosen yet."
"Therefore, there currently isn't a reigning King being worshipped on the Cobalt Coastlands."
Irida's gaze subtly shifted. The death of the Cobalt Coastlands King wasn't entirely a secret, but it was hard for ordinary people to investigate to this extent in a short time.
"You even found that out?"
"We just gathered clues from different people and confirmed them with each other."
Cynthia didn't elaborate further.
She naturally wouldn't disclose all investigative results to Irida.
There was even less need to proactively reveal clues about the Stone Tablet.
According to the information previously provided by Kamado and Mai, when a King accepts inheritance, it's likely they also receive a Stone Tablet left by the Venerable Sinnoh.
The current four Kings should each possess one.
Although the previous King of the Cobalt Coastlands has passed away, the Stone Tablet couldn't simply disappear because of this.
That Stone Tablet is likely still there on the Cobalt Coastlands or has been preserved by the person responsible for the King's succession.
When a new King is chosen, that Stone Tablet might also be passed along with the throne.
So, the five thrones still correspond to five Stone Tablets.
Additionally, considering the area guarded by the King and the Stone Tablets that might be owned by the Mount Pokemon, the clues they calculated before have not truly decreased.
The situation in the Cobalt Coastlands is just more complicated, and finding the Stone Tablet there may require first investigating the succession arrangements after the death of the previous King.
These matters belong to Ash and Cynthia's plan to find the Stone Tablets, so there's no need to explain to others.
Irida didn't notice Cynthia's reservations, merely surprised at the speed of their investigation.
"In just one month, not only have you completed numerous commissions, but you've also gathered so much information. That's truly remarkable."
Cynthia smiled slightly.
"After all, the situation of the Kings is also related to our upcoming missions."
Irida didn't pursue it further, her expression gradually becoming serious.
"The information you've gathered is essentially correct."
"The mission this time is to head to the Grandtree Arena to quell Kleavor." Saying this, Irida looked at Ash, "This is where your special power comes in, Ash."
Previously, when dealing with Boss Pokemon, they had tried to use medicine to soothe them, but it had no effect at all.
This time, with a King that's even more wild than a Boss, thinking about using medicine to soothe it is nothing but a pipe dream.
Therefore, it will rely on Ash's power to soothe it instead.
Ash nodded, this was similar to when he had soothed the Boss Kricketune previously.
Relying purely on battle won't solve the problem; only by restoring Kleavor's rationality can the quelling truly be considered complete.
That means after defeating Kleavor, they must use the Power of Viridian on the incapacitated Kleavor.
They were already prepared for this.
"However, you shouldn't underestimate Kleavor's danger just because it is relatively weaker." Irida looked at the two.
"You've indeed completed many tasks this month, but there is still a significant gap between those wild Pokemon and the King."
"Even with Garchomp and Pikachu, there's no guarantee unexpected situations won't arise in the entire process."
She hoped the two would take action but was still worried that they might get hurt because of her request. This concern didn't stem from testing them.
Cynthia could naturally perceive Irida's genuine concern.
"Since Irida is worried about our strength, why not hold a friendly match first."
Irida was slightly taken aback: "Battle with you?"
"Either me or Ash will do."
Cynthia said with a smile, "Confirming our strength firsthand might also ease your concerns."
Irida thought for a moment, then turned her gaze to Ash.
Irida already knew about Cynthia having a profoundly strong Garchomp from Mai.
Comparatively, she was more interested in Ash.
After all, when quelling the King, Ash would likely need to approach Kleavor personally, and the bond between him and his Pokemon would directly affect the entire mission.
So, she wanted to see for herself... exactly how strong the bond between Ash and his Pokemon was.