<h4>Chapter 1029: Cause</h4>


    At first, Yuga didn''t pay much attention to the changes in the size of the Jangmo-o. As the size of young Pokémon tended to change daily, it wasn''t until the Jangmo-o grew to be as big as a Kommo-o that Yuga realized something was amiss.


    Ordinary Jangmo-o typically stand around 0.6 meters tall, with some reaching up to 0.7 or 0.8 meters when well-grown. Yet, in just two months, the Jangmo-o transformed from a cute little creature under 0.4 meters tall to a towering 1.4 meters in height. To put this into perspective, an average Kommo-o''s usual height is only 1.2 meters.


    After a thorough examination, Yuga discovered that Jangmo-os on the Jangmo-o''s head would asionally emit a peculiar energy field fluctuation. This fluctuation was quite peculiar, and although faint, Yuga felt a strange familiarity, which he had not noticed earlier.


    After much contemtion, Yuga remembered that this energy field bore simrities to the Ultra Aura found in Cosmoem and Kartana. However, it also exhibited significant differences, indicating it wasn''t the same kind of energy.


    In an attempt to understand Jangmo-os'' issue on the Jangmo-o, Yuga took it to a Pokémon Center. With the help of Nurse Joy, he learned that the substance found on Jangmo-os of the Jangmo-o differed from the ones on regr Jangmo-o.


    After extensively researching this matter, Yuga discovered from the information provided by Nurse Joy that the substance on the Jangmo-o''s forehead was highly likely to be a unique stone specific to the Al region—Sparkling Stone.


    The ecology of Al''s unique Pokémon has long been a hot topic in Pokémon academic research, especially concerning regional forms and Totem Pokémon.


    Many researchers suggest that the Totem Pokémon in the Al region may have a significant connection with the Sparkling Stone peculiar to that area.


    Totem Pokémon are incredibly powerful, considered anomalies among Pokémon, prompting continuous research. Unfortunately, no one has yet established a clear link between the Sparkling Stone and the Totem Pokémon.


    Additionally, how exactly are Sparkling Stones formed?


    Up to this point, the discovered Sparkling Stones in the Al region have been few and far between, with no instances of significant findings or any discovered veins.


    Long ago, some spected that the birth of Sparkling Stones is incidental and doesn''t form like regr stones under the natural environment''s gradual influence.


    Indeed, as Yuga suspected, the birth of Sparkling Stones is highly likely to be rted to the mysterious Pokémon that once appeared in the Al region—Necrozma.


    ording to Aln legends, Necrozma was known as the Briliant One, whose arrival dispersed the darkness in Al, bringing light to the region.


    This "light" should be the Ultra Aura, the fundamental reason behind the ecological changes in the Al region. The Sparkling Stones could possibly have originated from this source.


    So where did the Sparkling Stoneponent on the Jangmo-oe from? It had never left Yuga''s Ecopark since birth!


    After returning, Yuga found the Jangmo-o''s parents, the Kommo-o couple, to understand the situation. It was clear that the presence of Sparkling Stone on the Jangmo-o was rted solely to them.


    After careful questioning, Yuga learned from the couple that when they left Al, their n leader, who happened to be the Totem Kommo-o, had given them a Sparkling Stone.


    However, the couple had carelessly lost the stone right before they departed. They felt sad for a while but eventually stopped worrying about it.


    Unexpectedly, the lost Sparkling Stone ended up fused with the Jangmo-o, integrating with Jangmo-os on its head. These heart scales were crucial to them, as they would transform into a reverse scale upon evolving into their final form, capable of causing instant death upon contact. The significance of these heart scales was evident.


    Yuga spected that the current Jangmo-o had be a rare Totem Pokémon.


    However, how did the Jangmo-o be a Totem Pokémon under the influence of the Sparkling Stone? If it were as simple as the birth of a Totem Pokémon under the influence of the Sparkling Stone, researchers would have unveiled this secret by now.


    Clearly, aside from the Sparkling Stone, the birth of a Totem Pokémon requires some necessary conditions, ones that are present here and absent elsewhere. Yuga pondered but couldn''t identify these conditions.


    Sometimes, curiosity weighs heavily on a person. Even though the link between Totem Pokémon and the Sparkling Stone might not be necessary for Yuga to unravel, the puzzling doubt troubled him deeply.


    In the pursuit of truth, Yuga sought connections in Al to acquire a few Sparkling Stones. However, these stones were also rare in their native Al, as they were vital materials for crafting Z-Power Rings. Obtaining them in a short time was nearly impossible, leaving Yuga feeling resigned.


    As the New Year gradually passed, challengers started returning to the gym, and Yuga chose not to leave the gym to Beidou for the time being, and opting to manage the gym''s affairs himself.


    During his free moments, Yuga guided Cosmoem, Kartana, Abomasnow, Mimikyu, and Decidueye in their training at the gym.


    As for his oldpanions, Yuga allowed them to train on their own within the Ecopark. Their strengths had reached a certain level, and if they want further progress they need to relied on chance encounters, time, and perseverance.


    The innovation potion brought Yuga an abundance of resources. He now had no shortage of materials to create exclusive Pokéblock (Moonlight) for Cosmoem, which ensured steady growth for Cosmoem.


    Yuga''s ability to assist Cosmoem was limited. Due to its form restrictions, Cosmoem couldn''t undergo extensive move training. Hence, most of the time was spent meditating to enhance its mental power.


    Cosmoem, as a legendary Pokémon, has its own unique meditation method. Apart from providing enough Moonlight Pokéblock for Cosmoem, Yuga had to wait for its evolution into Lun to make further ns.


    Since obtaining Cosmoem, Yuga had delved into Al''s ancient legends. However, modern texts of region''s current documentation scarcely mentioned about Cosmoem, leaving modern people unaware of its rtionship with Solgaleo and Lun.


    In the ancient texts, Cosmoem was referred to as the "Cocoon of the Stars."


    Yuga spected that Cosmoem might be an energy-umting stage before evolving into Solgaleo or Lun, hence the title "cocoon."


    Based on this understanding, Yuga made no unnecessary arrangements for Cosmoem, and focusing solely on helping it umte the energy needed for evolution. Therefore, Moonlight Pokéblock remained a top priority.


    However, it was unfortunate that Al''s ancient texts were iplete, providing limited useful information.


    Regarding Cosmoem, these records mentioned a specific artifact, seemingly a flute. Unfortunately, this written record was discovered in a deteriorated state, making it impossible for archaeologists to restore it. Therefore, Yuga couldn''t extract useful information from it.


    As for Kartana''s progress, it remained steady. In terms of actualbat ability, some of Yuga''s second team members were no match for Kartana. It hadn''t encountered any significant obstacles so far, maintaining a consistent and rapid pace of improvement. Given time, it would likely surpass the rest.


    It truly lived up to its race thaparable to a Tier 2 Legendary Pokémon.


    Kartana always followed a path of speed and precision. Despite being norger than a palm, its sword arms were incredibly sharp, effortlessly slicing through heavy steel, making light work of cutting and chopping.


    Recognizing this advantage, Yuga considered finding a swordsmanship mentor for Kartana. However, reckless shing seemed to waste Kartana''s innate talents.


    Unfortunately, much like finding an archery mentor for Decidueye, finding a swordsmanship mentor was equally challenging.


    For quite some time, Yuga intended to find an archery mentor for Decidueye but hadn''t made progress. In the modern age, finding proficient archery and swordsmanship masters was indeed rare.


    Hence, this endeavor had to progress slowly. For now, Kartana''s swordsmanship and Decidueye''s archery training were self-taught.


    As for Abomasnow, it was currently undergoing Synthesis reinforcement training.


    At the moment, Abomasnow''s size seems to have reached its limit, no longer increasing with the intensity of its Synthesis. However, its current stature is already quite exaggerated, resembling a small mountain made of snow and ice,plemented by green parts akin to jade, adding a touch of charm to the snowy white mountain.


    Abomasnow exhibits remarkable resilience against attacks. Even when standing still, subjecting it to mes from fire-type Pokémon of simr levels wouldn''t cause any harm for quite some time. Strictly speaking, its recovery ability is formidable. Even if injured, it swiftly regenerates, concealing any signs of damage.


    Additionally, its offensive capability is formidable, emitting an aura of ice and snow, instantly freezing lower-level Pokémon by its breath.


    However, its substantial size is currently its greatest drawback, leading to inconvenience in movement.


    Finally, there''s Mimikyu with the purple potential.


    Of all the Pokémon, Mimikyu has shown the most rapid progress in a short time. Part of it might be due to its lower level, but its exceptional potential is not to be underestimated.


    Recently, Mimikyu went to the Distortion world and, with the help of Jellicent, spent several days with Giratina. Under Giratina''s guidance, Mimikyu returned considerably stronger.


    The Frilish that once trailed after Giratina, has since evolved into Jellicent under Giratina''s tutge and even received many perks from Giratina, bing a true pseudo-Elite Pokémon.


    This level-up was not an easy feat.


    Giratina has a great fondness for Jellicent and enjoys roaming the Distortion world with it. Currently, most of Jellicent''s time is spent there, unlike Gengar and others, which have time limits.


    Observing thepletion of today''s training tasks for the Pokémon, Yuga recalled Abomasnow, Decidueye, and Kartana into their Poké Balls, while Cosmoem and the Mimikyu remained outside.


    Cosmoem''s mental maturity is still quite low, very yful like a regr Pokémon. Once the meditation training ends, it ys with the nearby Jangmo-o.


    Due to Yuga''s ongoing research into the rtionship between Totem Pokémon and the Sparkling Stone, he always keeps the Jangmo-o close by.


    While not intending to make the Jangmo-o as his main Pokémon, its potential is excellent, inheriting its father''s blue potential. Yuga asionally guides and instructs it while training the other Pokémon.


    The Jangmo-o has a mischievous personality, yfully tapping Cosmoem with its ws, causing it to chime withughter.


    Because Cosmoem''s formidable defensive capabilities, far exceeding most Pokémon, its metallic outer shell feels sturdy. The Jangmo-o''s yful taps entertain it, resembling a foolish son of a wealthyndlord.


    These two little Pokémon have be quite familiar with each other. When Jangmo-o was just born, Cosmoem quietly approached and began ying with it. Compared to other Pokémon, Cosmoem seems to favor Jangmo-o more.


    On the other hand, Mimikyu is much quieter. Underneath its young appearance lies the soul of an old uncle.


    Recently, Gengar and Mismagius went to the Distortion world and are not at home, so Yuga''s Shadow Space is empty.


    Mimikyu buries half of its body into the Shadow Space while the other half remains visible outside, enjoying watching Cosmoem and Jangmo-o frolicking.


    Considering it will never have offspring with Wigglytuff in its life, Mimikyu always treats young Pokémon with a loving heart.


    Observing Jangmo-o and Cosmoem ying together, a thought struck Yuga: indeed, if there was something he possessed that others didn''t, wasn''t it Cosmoem?


    With this realization, Yuga suddenly became excited. Perhaps the trigger for Jangmo-o to be a Totem Pokémon is Cosmoem.


    The source of the mutation caused by the Sparkling Stone is actually rted to the Ultra Aura left behind by Necrozma. Cosmoem itself emits an Ultra Aura.


    Yuga recalls a scene from the original animation.


    The world where the Ultra Beasts lived was once very beautiful, all thanks to the existence of Necrozma.


    However, one day, a meteorite struck thend. In a bid to stop the meteorite from falling, Necrozma sacrificed itself, losing all its radiance and falling into a deep slumber, casting the world into darkness.


    The radiance here refers to the Ultra Aura.


    However, with the arrival of Solgaleo and Lun, the dormant Necrozma awoke, attempting to restore itself by consuming Solgaleo and Lun.


    This means that Solgaleo and Lun possess an Ultra Auraparable to the original Necrozma.


    Essentially, they belong to the same tier of Legendary Pokémon.


    It''s important to note that the Ultra Aura of Necrozma brought prosperity to the entire Ultra Beast world.


    Lun might havee close, but not quite up to par. So, Cosmoem''s Ultra Aura to trigger Jangmo-o into a Totem Pokémon seems quite natural.


    However, in terms of uniqueness, Lun is probably unable topete with Necrozma. Necrozma was like the source of life in the Ultra Beast world. Lun and Solgaleo clearly cannot rece it.


    Nevertheless, this is all just Yuga''s spection. The actual facts are yet to be confirmed.