[Slow-burn + a protagonist who grows over time + both leads grow together (the female lead is Elesa, also known as Jasmine) + no overpowered Legendary Pokémon without reason.]
Have you ever seen a trial in an octagon?
I transmigrate to the Pokemon world, and my top-tier trainer pulls something like this.
“Raaah! Raaah! Raaah!”
Charizard points a foreclaw at Pidgeot and Gengar.
The first pair of opponents has been chosen.
The other three Pokemon bring an octagon from who knows where and set it down in an empty space.
Don't ask where the cage came from. Just ask Gengar. He says this is messed up.
Pidgeot and Gengar step into the makeshift arena.
“Preee! Raaah!”
Pidgeot spreads its wings, letting out a clear cry that formally challenges its opponent.
“Gengee!”
Gengar gives a strange laugh and accepts the challenge without hesitation.
At ringside, Gyarados, Gliscor, and Scizor all lower their voices and cheer on the competitor each of them supports.
Come on [what]