[All geese, huh?]
[Penguins are technically geese.]
[These penguin-like Pokémon are kinda cute.]
[They don't seem dangerous. Even the host's comfortable around them.]
"True, Eiscue aren't dangerous. They're gentle, almost zen-like," Su Feng said, patting an Eiscue's smooth head. The cold seeped through his gloves.
"Eiscue, the Penguin Pokémon. Pure Ice-type."
"Aside from their heads, they resemble regular penguins, with a faint blue pattern on their bellies."
"Though they live near water, Eiscue aren't strong swimmers. They mostly float using their ice blocks."
"The antenna on their heads connects to their brain. When they think, cold air forms ice blocks, creating their helmets."
"They're highly adaptable, thriving in cold climates but also capable of living in tropical areas."
"As I said, they're zen Pokémon. Even if provoked, they'll avoid conflict rather than fight back."
"So, Eiscue are practically zero danger. Unless someone's asking for trouble, they're harmless."
To prove his point, an Eiscue nuzzled Su Feng.
[Clumsy, cute, and chill—perfect for a slacker like me!]
[No beating around the bush—I want one!]
[Penguins are protected, but Pokémon aren't. I'm getting one too!]
[Host, drop the link!]
"No links," Su Feng said, exasperated. "If you really want an Eiscue, head to a cold region and see if one's willing to join you."
"As for whether Pokémon are protected, that's still up in the air."
Su Feng checked the calendar. The Pokémon Protection Act would be announced in a few days.
Once enacted, Pokémon in the country would be safeguarded. Ideally, Su Feng hoped for global protection—provided Pokémon also refrained from harming humans.
Only then would the world align with his vision of human-Pokémon coexistence.
But that was a distant goal. For now, he focused on the present.
Catching a snowflake, Su Feng noticed the snowfall intensifying.
His gaze shifted to the lake. Something felt off.
The ice chunks seemed to have moved. And there were odd protrusions on them.
Natural ice should be smooth. Was he seeing things?
Su Feng squinted. Then he saw it—a two-meter ice chunk blinked. The protrusions on its back turned to look at him.
"Whoa!"
Su Feng realized these weren't ice chunks—they were Bergmite and their evolved form, Avalugg!
He adjusted the drone to capture the scene.
[What's the host doing? Admiring the snow?]
[The snowy lake and ice chunks are picturesque. Screenshotting for my wallpaper.]
[Why isn't the lake frozen in this cold?]
[No idea.]
[Wait, are those things on the ice chunks?]
[Yeah… and that one just blinked!]
[Whoa, I saw it too!]
Seeing the chat catch on, Su Feng cleared his throat.
"These 'ice chunks' are Avalugg, and the smaller ones on their backs are Bergmite, their pre-evolved form."
"Avalugg and Bergmite are pure Ice-types. Bergmite are classified as Ice Chunk Pokémon, while Avalugg are Iceberg Pokémon. Fitting, right?"
"Avalugg resemble giant ice turtles. Their bodies blend seamlessly with ice, making them hard to spot."
"The only non-ice part is their amber eyes."
"People in cold regions, be careful on frozen lakes. Avalugg don't mind being stepped on, but if they move, you might end up in the water."
"Avalugg's bodies are as hard as steel. They crush obstacles to move forward."
"During the day, Avalugg's back cracks widen from activity but heal overnight. They carry Bergmite on their backs, which freeze their feet to stay put."
"Avalugg are as calm as turtles but can accidentally harm others due to their size. Danger rating: two stars."
[Hard to tell they're Pokémon at a glance.]
[Carrying kids on their backs? Reminds me of opossums.]
[Avalugg's too big for my apartment!]
[They look strong but kinda scary…]
"Unless you live in a cold region, I wouldn't recommend keeping an Avalugg," Su Feng said.
"They emit intense cold, and melting ice could flood your home. Avalugg also dislike heat, making cohabitation miserable."
"Unless you're rich enough to build them a giant ice cellar, that is."