In fact, the value of this Champion-level Clamperl is not just reflected in its pearl production.
If it evolves into a Gorebyss, its ability will become Swift Swim. Imagine the combat potential of a Gorebyss with Swift Swim, capable of using Shell Break, and possessing an excellent Special Attack stat.
With unrestricted movement, Shell Break's stat boosts, and powerful Special Attack output, it would become a top-tier rain team Pokémon!
Even if Aoki's strength grows in the future and this Gorebyss can no longer keep up, it is still a Pokémon capable of learning Baton Pass.
Passing its boosted stats after Shell Break—the sheer potential of such a strategy is almost too much for Aoki to fully comprehend.
In short, this Champion-level Clamperl holds immense value, and even the pseudo-Champion Clamperl are highly useful. It all depends on how Aoki chooses to utilize them.
After settling the two populations of Clamperl and Qwilfish, Aoki released the remaining captured Water-type Pokémon into the central lake.
Many Water-types already inhabited the lake—some rare, but most were common species like Magikarp.
Aoki took the time to fish out and release all the common Pokémon into the sea.
Additionally, any Pokémon with below-average potential—those with Yellow or lower ratings—were also released.
As a result, the central lake became nearly empty.
Fortunately, Aoki had captured plenty of Pokémon to replenish it.
The Pokémon from Seafloor Ruins all had strong potential, raising the average quality of the lake's inhabitants significantly.
If not for the low numbers, Aoki would have released all Pokémon below Light Green potential.
But with so few remaining, over-filtering would hinder future breeding efforts.
After several generations, further screening could be done.
Aoki hoped that eventually, every Pokémon in the lake would have at least Green potential, making each one valuable.
In the future, any high-quality Water-types caught elsewhere could also be introduced to the lake.
Of course,
It wasn't just Water-types—any wild Pokémon with good potential could be placed on the island.
This island wasn't just Aoki's personal training ground—it was also meant to become a massive Pokémon breeding sanctuary.
Aside from Aoki's own team, the rest would reproduce freely, gradually improving the overall quality of the wild Pokémon.
For now, no land-based zoning was necessary, as there weren't enough terrestrial Pokémon.
Once their numbers grew, Aoki would divide the island into habitats.
Eventually, specialized Pokémon would manage each area, ensuring organization and balance.
Additionally, Aoki's expertise as a Breeder played a crucial role.
Using his system's analysis, he could create customized Pokeblock formulas for different species.
For example, the Clamperl required extra calcium and minerals for pearl production, which Aoki incorporated into their Pokeblocks.
The Qwilfish, meanwhile, needed toxins and compounds to strengthen their spines, which were also added.
Since these were basic Pokeblocks, the ingredients weren't expensive.
Once the formulas were finalized, Porygon2 could mass-produce them autonomously after Aoki left.
Aoki didn't need to oversee this—his system would ensure Porygon2 executed the tasks precisely.
Most importantly, the Pokeblocks contained a crucial additive:
A fertility-enhancing supplement.
Pokémon typically breed only in specific seasons, but with this additive, they could reproduce year-round.
It accelerated reproduction while maintaining the offspring's potential.
Essentially, it was a non-harmful stimulant—unlike the forced breeding drugs used by unethical breeders.
Such drugs might increase reproduction rates but would degrade the Pokémon's genetic quality over time.
Reputable breeders, like Aoki, used only safe supplements that didn't damage the Pokémon's health.
With the lake's energy-rich environment, recovery was never an issue.
This method would rapidly expand the Pokémon populations.
The same approach would apply to Aoki's Cyndaquil litter.
Quantity came first—only then could superior individuals be selected.
As for the Clamperl and Qwilfish, more was better.
The only exception was Carbink—this method wouldn't work for them, or Aoki would have tried it already.
Eggs would be sent to the Pokémon Day Care for hatching.
Aoki's production line was nearly complete—all that remained was expanding the variety of Pokémon.
If he could breed rarer species, this island would become a true breeding paradise.
Most breeders rented small facilities, but Aoki had claimed an entire island.
He wasn't just a Breeder—he was the founder of a modern breeding sanctuary.
But to truly succeed, he needed more Pokémon.
After finalizing the arrangements, Aoki sat in the lakeside camp, surveying the island with satisfaction.
It was almost ready—just a few finishing touches were needed.
Soon, he could acquire maintenance robots from Team Rocket, program them via Porygon2, and automate basic tasks. Porygon2 itself would oversee Pokémon training.
As Aoki rested, his Pokémon gathered around him, taking a short break before resuming their drills.
Then, his League-issued communicator buzzed.
His Team Rocket communicator had been silent for a while—he wondered how the Mew Gene research was progressing.
Pulling out the device, he saw the caller ID: Professor Oak.
Aoki immediately straightened up, stepping aside to answer.
"Hello, Aoki? It's me," came Professor Oak's cheerful voice.
Aoki couldn't help but smile.
People like Professor Oak held no malice, no matter which faction one belonged to. He lived for Pokémon, and all who cared for Pokémon respected him.
"Yes, Professor. What can I do for you?" Aoki replied.
"Ah, I've finally finished compiling your Fairy-type research! After all this time, it's nearly complete," Professor Oak said warmly.
"Professor, you give me too much credit. I only provided some clues—the real work was done by you and the other researchers. I wouldn't dare call myself an expert..."