Ash flipped through the pages of the book in his hand, his mind absorbing the words he read silently:

"A Pokémon trainer refers to any individual that has the capability to utilize a Pokémon for a task, with the individual serving as a guide or trainer to the Pokémon. The term 'Pokémon trainer' is a broad category that encompasses every profession in society that deals with Pokémon.

Although many professions, such as doctors who use Pokémon, can technically be called Pokémon trainers, a Pokemon trainer is commonly synonymous with the term 'Pokémon battlers,' due to the sport's popularity and the hands-on approach between Pokémon and humans in training.

Pokémon trainers can be divided into two major categories:

Operational Trainers: Trainers involved in active, hands-on roles that may involve direct engagement with risks, emergencies, or competitive scenarios. Examples include Pokémon rangers, Pokémon battlers, and so forth.

Specialist Trainers: Trainers whose roles are crucial but generally involve less direct risk. These trainers focus on the care, development, and application of Pokémon, such as Pokémon healers, breeders, and others."

"Good to know, now get to the good stuff," Ash thought, eager to uncover more exciting details.

He quickly flipped through the book to the section on Pokémon battlers.

"Fuck that, I'm just going to call it Pokémon trainers," he decided, simplifying the terms to suit his own understanding as he prepared to dive deeper into the content.

Ash paused as he read about Pokémon battlers, or as commonly referred to, Pokémon trainers.

They were essentially athletes registered to participate in the sport of Pokémon battles through the Pokémon League.

"Guess I need to register to the Pokémon League," Ash thought, his curiosity piqued.

"I wonder if this book has a section on what the League actually is?"

He continued reading.

Pokémon battlers were categorized into various classes by the Pokémon League, divided by skill, ability, and performance, all culminating into points awarded by the League known as a battle rating.

A newbie battler who hadn't competed in an official match was given a battle rating of 1000.

This rating could increase or decrease based on their win-loss rate.

The classes were divided as follows:

- Class E or Novice: Below 1200

- Class D or Beginner: 1200 to 1399

- Class C or Intermediate: 1400 to 1599

- Class B or Advanced: 1600 to 1799

- Class A or Expert: 1800 to 1999

- Class S or Gym Leader: 2000 to 2199

- Class Ace Trainer: 2200 to 2399

- Class Elite 4: 2400

- Class Champion: 2500

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Ash blinked, feeling a bit overwhelmed. "Okay, that's a lot of information to take in," he sighed.

Why am I even surprised? It's not like this world was going to be like the anime, which was always vague about stuff that was never brought up. Gym Leader and Ace Trainer—I guess I know now how you become one of them. Hmm, I wonder what that means for Brock and Misty. I remember they were Ash's companions in the anime; them being gym leaders, how does that affect me?

He flipped to the pages that detailed each class more thoroughly, looking for answers. Suddenly, something else caught his eye.

"Pokémon Master."

"No way!"

Ash felt his heart leap into his throat, the excitement and curiosity nearly overwhelming him as he prepared to uncover one of the biggest mysteries from his childhood: What exactly is a Pokémon Master?

He eagerly turned the page.

"A Pokémon Master refers to the highest class of a Pokémon battler. This coveted title is the dream of many, yet over the last 40 years, only two Pokémon Masters have ever been crowned by the United Regions Pokémon League (URPL). While the categories below this are newer, the title of Pokémon Master has ancient roots. Historically, emperors would bestow this title upon the strongest of their civilization. Even as ancient civilizations fell, the title remained unchanged. It is theorized that throughout history, only about 100 individuals have had the capabilities to achieve the title of Pokémon Master."

Ash's mind raced with astonishment. Throughout history, only a hundred? He imagined himself dramatically spitting out a drink in shock.

He gulped and continued reading about the unchanged requirements needed to become a Pokémon Master.

"Have a battle rating of 2500 minimum." Ash blinked. The bare minimum to be considered was being a champion, the strongest in a region.

"Defeating three other champions from different regions in a tournament."

Ash's first thought was, How are you supposed to get multiple regional champions in one tournament?

"Be judged to have the skills necessary to be worthy of the title by a council."

Given the first two requirements, Ash mused that this council was surely not composed of ordinary individuals but rather very important figures within the Pokémon world.

Overwhelmed by the gravity and near-impossibility of these requirements, Ash closed the book and sighed deeply.

"What's got you so shook?"

Ash looked up to see Yellow approaching, her appearance disheveled as if she had just woken up, and she yawned loudly.

"You want good morning, afternoon, or goodnight?" Ash joked, noting it was 3 PM.

"I like to sleep," Yellow huffed as she plopped down beside him.

"Well, I was just shocked at the requirements of a Pokémon Master," Ash replied, still reeling from what he had read.

"Haha, are you still keeping that dream alive?" Yellow teased.

"Hn," Ash grunted.

I guess even in this new world, some things are always going to be the same. Ash Ketchum still dreamed of becoming a pokemon master.

"What's the plan?" Yellow then asked, her tone shifting to something more serious.

"What plan?" Ash responded, puzzled.

"The plan on what we are going to do? Your dream of becoming a Pokémon Master," Yellow said, pausing as she noticed the unsure look on Ash's face.

"What's wrong, babe?" she asked gently, placing her hand over his.

Ash sighed deeply.

Pokémon Master, that's Ash Ketchum's dream, not mine.

Ash looked at Yellow earnestly and admitted, "I don’t know if I want to be a Pokémon Master."

Ash waited for some kind of reaction, and what he got was a radiant smile from Yellow that made his heart skip a beat.

"That's great," Yellow said enthusiastically.

"Huh?" Ash responded, slightly confused.

"No, no, I mean it’s great that you can do what you want. It’s not like you have to chase after being a Pokémon Master. Dreams aren’t always meant to be fulfilled. We change and understand that we are meant for different things. You know what I mean, right?" Yellow explained.

Ash nodded in agreement.

"So, what’s the new dream?" Yellow asked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.

"For now, nothing, maybe travel, who knows," Ash replied casually.

"Welcome aboard," Yellow announced cheerfully.

"What?"

"Remember how I said I wanted to be a wildlife photographer?" Yellow continued.

"Yes," Ash lied, playing along.

"Well, I lied because I don't know what to do with my life. Maybe eat and sleep, other than that, I don’t know," Yellow admitted with a candid shrug.

"Okay, but why wildlife photography?" Ash probed further.

"Simple, it was something that will allow us to be together. You can go on training and battles, and I can snap a photo here and there, and we will be together…" Yellow blushed as she shared her thoughts.

"Thanks," Ash replied, touched by her consideration.

"Guess, with our aimless lives exposed, looks like our decision on what type of Pokémon trainers we are going to be is going to be different?" Yellow mused aloud.

"Like Specialist Trainers or Operational Trainers?" Ash asked, trying to categorize their path.

"No, I mean the type under the context of Trainer Mobility," Yellow corrected with a smile.

Ash gave a blank expression.

Of course, another new term that I don't know of.