Brandon clearly came for Sam.
He walked straight up to him and asked with interest, "Young man, are you the one who captured Regirock?"
Sam didn't deny it, but there was a hint of curiosity in his eyes.
Seeing that, Brandon smiled.
"Don't you know yet? The video you uploaded has already gone viral across the entire internet. Anyone who's online has probably seen it by now."
Sam suddenly understood.
So that's how the news spread so fast.
"Mr. Brandon, you've seen our video too?" Keiko asked excitedly.
"An excellent adventure video," Brandon replied, giving a thumbs-up.
"YES!!!"
Keiko and the others immediately burst into celebration. Being praised by someone like Brandon was a huge honor.
Brandon turned his attention back to Sam.
"Would you like to challenge the Battle Pyramid? I'm very interested in your Bangira—the one that defeated Regirock."
At Brandon's level, it wasn't easy to find worthy opponents anymore. Most of the Trainers at his level were already familiar faces.
So discovering a rising newcomer like Sam genuinely excited him.
Battles against strong opponents were the fastest way to improve—something Brandon understood well.
And Sam did too.
To be honest, if not for his current priorities, he would've accepted immediately.
"I'm really sorry, Mr. Brandon," Sam said after a moment. "I still have something important to take care of, so I can't accept right now."
It was a pity—but a necessary one.
Brandon was slightly surprised to be refused, but he didn't take it to heart.
"Then we'll leave it for next time," he said calmly.
"Definitely," Sam nodded.
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Just as Brandon had said, the video uploaded by Keiko's group had exploded in popularity.
On the largest explorer forum in the Hoenn Region, the video shot to the top within minutes.
The title alone grabbed everyone's attention:
"Conquering a Legendary Pokémon."
At first, most users assumed it was clickbait.
But curiosity still got the better of them.
And once they clicked…
Everything changed.
---
The video showcased the full might of Regirock.
From its terrifying awakening…
To its ability to restore itself by devouring rock…
Every frame made viewers realize—
This was no exaggeration.
This was real.
The audience watched in growing anticipation.
If Regirock was this powerful…
Who could possibly defeat it?
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Then came the climax.
Regirock emerged from the depths, rampaging through the desert ruins—
And then—
A massive sandstorm erupted.
Out of it…
Sam and his Tyranitar (Bangira) slowly stepped forward.
The entire forum fell silent.
Everyone held their breath.
What followed was a battle that shattered expectations.
---
After the video ended, one feeling echoed across the forum:
"That's it?!"
It wasn't dissatisfaction—
It was disbelief.
They wanted more.
The comment section exploded.
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Floor 1:
"Who is that Trainer?! This is insane. If I hadn't seen Regirock's power earlier in the video, I'd think it was weak based on how easily it got defeated!"
This comment perfectly captured everyone's thoughts.
Who was this Trainer?
---
The internet didn't take long to find out.
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Floor 12:
"That's Sam! Champion of this year's Indigo Plateau Conference! I'd recognize that Bangira anywhere—his sand control is unmatched. I saw it in the finals. It's definitely him!"
---
And just like that—
Sam's name exploded across the internet.
He had already gained recognition in Kanto and Johto, but now—
Thanks to this video—
He became known across Hoenn as well.
---
It didn't stop there.
Netizens quickly compiled detailed information about him:
His past battles
His Pokémon lineup
Strength analysis of each Pokémon
The level of breakdown was almost professional.
---
Keiko and her Shocking Adventure Group also skyrocketed in popularity.
From unknown explorers…
To one of the hottest names on the forum.
It wouldn't be long before sponsorships and offers came flooding in.
---
But the biggest impact?
The Hoenn Desert.
---
The video reignited something in countless Trainers.
Many quickly identified the location—
The desert where Regirock had appeared.
Even if they couldn't capture a legendary Pokémon like Sam…
Just seeing one in person would be enough.
---
Adventure teams began preparing immediately.
To them, danger wasn't a deterrent—
It was the point.
And just like that—
The Hoenn Desert became the next hotspot for explorers across the region.
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