As far as Natsuhiko knows.
Professor Oak's cousin, also named Oak, had entered the Alola region early and established the "Trainer School," where he serves as the principal.
He is also an expert in the study of Pokémon forms in the Alola region.
Although certainly not as famous as Professor Oak.
But his identity represents the attitude of the Alliance.
The Alliance has long been ready to open up the Alola region, just waiting for the right moment.
And as a hunting and selling Pokémon Hunter Guild, how could they not notice this new region that hasn't been "developed" yet?
"According to reliable information, the Alliance will soon announce the new region, named Alola," Miss Q stated with certainty.
"So... our competition ground is chosen to be this Alola region?"
Natsuhiko suppressed his surprise.
Regarding the Alola region, he actually knows quite a bit.
Especially some of the unique Pokémon forms in the Alola region.
"That's about right."
"Then the rules and victory conditions?" Natsuhiko asked again.
Miss Q chuckled softly.
"We are the Hunter Guild. We are hunters, and Pokémon battles are just one of the ways we hunters operate. What do you think are the requirements to become a qualified Hunter Guild management?"
She didn't answer Natsuhiko's question, but she more or less explained the point.
The important thing is the term "management."
It's not the ordinary hunter status; the responsibility one needs to bear is different.
After a moment of silence, Natsuhiko said, "Make money."
Snap!
Miss Q snapped her fingers.
"Correct. So each of you competing this time will receive a starting fund of ten million Alliance Coins and ten assistants, and within fifteen days, the three who earn the most will get a seat."
Natsuhiko's expression was peculiar.
How did the good "Pictionary Otherworld Competition" turn into "Developing and Cultivating the Otherworld"?
"Uh, by the way, help the guild explore the new market?" Natsuhiko said without any qualms.
"Of course." Miss Q didn't oppose it.
She quickly leaned forward, "Do you know what this means?"
So white.
Uh.
Natsuhiko discreetly glanced twice, then looked away.
No way, the clothes are so white.
Saying, "The competition for the seventh seat."
Seeing Natsuhiko still sneaking a glance while averting his gaze, Miss Q smiled triumphantly.
Let you pretend with me.
"As long as you understand."
Appearances suggest Tom Rokicki placed two positions for competition for the remaining three seats, but the actual aim is set higher for the top seat.
"Those so-called assistants..."
"You choose them yourselves. Core members or peripheral ones, as long as they are willing to follow you, up to ten people," Miss Q settled back onto the sofa.
Then she added, "Of course, don't think this is purely just a management game. If you have to kill, kill; if collision is needed, collide."
Natsuhiko nodded.
This is certainly understood.
Fifteen days is neither too long nor too short.
If done well, a lot of money can be made.
However, the simplest way is to deal with all the competitors, eliminating the need for any so-called earnings comparison.
"I got it, when do we set out?"
Miss Q looked at the clock on the wall.
"Very soon, so go gather your people now. If you really can't find anyone, you can ask me."
"Alright."
With that, Natsuhiko didn't say much and turned to leave.
Watching Natsuhiko's departing figure, Miss Q spun the lollipop in her mouth, muttering.
"Identity checks out, intelligence checks out, a ruthless person. I wonder if you can climb up?"
Eyes flashing with curiosity and interest.
...
...
Three days later.
Aboard a Hunter Guild ship.
After the captain adeptly avoided some ocean whirlpools, the outline of a sizable island finally appeared in front of Natsuhiko.
The Alola region is located in the southern area with a hot climate.
The entire region is made up of four large islands.
They are connected to each other.
In the sea areas around the Alona region, there are numerous whirlpools, some visible to the naked eye, some not discernible at all.
One careless move, and the ship might get sucked in, which is very dangerous.
Currently, the Alola region is not completely open, so there are no flights to the Alola region.
Additionally, some main routes are controlled by the Alliance, so if one wants to smuggle in, it can only be done through some riskier waters.
Thankfully.
The Hunter Guild has already made certain preparations for this.
Each participant will be randomly assigned to an island.
And Natsuhiko's "luck" is good, as he's about to enter the easternmost island of the entire Alola region, Ula ula Island.
Ula ula Island is the largest island in the Alola region, with diverse terrain and changeable climate.
It has tropical beaches as well as towering ice mountains.
This so-called "luck" is actually Miss Q discreetly manipulating things.
After all, for a Pokemon Hunter.
A large area means more resources available.
And more resources mean more Wild Pokémon.
Actually, the simplest way to make money in a place like the Alola region is to catch the Pokémon and sell them outside.
But now, with Alola's transportation link to the outside world being extremely inconvenient, this idea is a pass.