While others were still diligently studying Pokémon knowledge, Ron had already begun training his Pokémon to grow. While others were training their Pokémon, Ron had already started teaching his Pokémon the Six Powers. While others were still challenging Gym Leaders and collecting badges to prepare for tournaments, Ron had already started competing with the older generation of trainers. Moving between the light and dark sides, the only things Ron could rely on were his infinitely versatile Pokémon, the Six Powers in his mind, and a mysterious power—one whose origins were uncertain, whether it came from a past life or was a built-in cheat of his own making.