Individual Value: D Grade (30) → D Grade (31)]
Seeing the individual value on Snorlax's stat panel rise, even by just a single point, Lovy was thrilled.
It was only one point—but that one point was incredibly valuable.
While individual values don't necessarily determine whether a Pokémon is "trash," they significantly influence its growth speed and potential.
This is especially true for Pokémon raised by professional trainers for the purpose of battle.
What's more, individual values are innate and extremely difficult to change after the fact.
There are a few rare items or lucky encounters that might increase them, but the chances are very slim.
For instance, there's a known story of a professional trainer whose Pokémon happened to encounter a legendary beast in a secret realm and, through its power, gained 3 individual value points.
Just encountering a legendary beast grants 3 points—yet Lovy increased his Snorlax's IV by 1 just through streaming.
The impact of his "super influence" was already becoming clear.
"If I keep streaming, continuously using this super influence to boost Snorlax's IVs, then over time… could it one day reach S-grade, or even surpass the limit to reach an unimaginable level?"
Right now, Lovy's primary goal was to build his streaming career.
But in a world of Pokémon, what teenager hasn't dreamed of becoming a professional trainer?
Even becoming an amateur trainer would be a massive leap for Lovy—from impossible to possible.
After all, with Snorlax's original D-grade IVs, it was more suitable as a companion Pokémon.
Its base stats weren't low, and with enough effort it could battle—but the path would be long and filled with hardship.
Besides, raising Pokémon is practically ingrained in the bones of every person in this world.
If given the chance, who wouldn't want a stronger Pokémon?
Even without the system and super influence, Lovy would still have slowly started raising Snorlax—leveling up, learning skills, training for battle…
Now, with influence points gained from streaming, he could directly boost its individual values.
It was like giving Lovy a head start on his training plan—one that was full of promise and the envy of others.
"Get a good rest. Tomorrow we stream again!"
Lovy was so excited, he couldn't sleep.
Streaming for money and training his Snorlax at the same time—how could he not be fired up?
This was the first time he felt such meaning and motivation in his streaming career.
Tossing and turning with insomnia, he finally fell asleep to the sound of rain outside and Snorlax's gentle snoring.
By the time he woke up the next day, it was already past noon.
After tidying up and grabbing a meal downstairs, Lovy couldn't wait to start streaming again.
It was 2 PM.
Although he was used to streaming from 7 PM to midnight, he was riding the momentum and decided to add an extra stream.
He tapped away at the keyboard and titled his stream:
"Live Pokémon Appraisal – Professional Streamer! Ask Anything! New Streamer Day 2 – Free Consultations for a Limited Time!"
As Lovy sat down to work again, Snorlax waddled over and silently sat beside him, appearing in the camera frame.
Lovy noticed this little gesture and felt a warmth in his heart.
This was the value of a mascot—emotional support.
Even if Snorlax did nothing but stay by his side, it gave Lovy a sense of peace and determination.
As the stream started, the first wave of traffic quickly arrived.
[Professional streamer? How pro can he be?][Says we can ask anything—don't be a fraud, streamer!][Wait, he's raising a Snorlax? How many mines does his family own?]
Apparently, yesterday's stream had good traction, so the platform's algorithm was giving him even more exposure today.
The viewer count was clearly climbing—you could tell just from the chat.
"How pro am I? I've appraised more Pokémon than you've eaten Farfetch'd!"
"I never bluff—this streamer rides a Miltank motorcycle!"
"I had two mines… but we already mined them dry!"
Still energized from the excitement of streaming, Lovy was in the zone, responding wittily to all the comments.
[Haha, this streamer's got jokes.][Someone brave enough should call in and test the streamer's skills!][Wait, what's 'riding a Miltank motorcycle' mean?]
The vibe was good—but without any call-ins, there was no real content.
Most viewers would check out the stream, and if nothing hooked them, they'd leave immediately.
As viewer growth started to slow and some began leaving, Lovy waited patiently:
"No one wants to call in? Free Pokémon appraisal! Ask anything! I'll check anything for you!"
Just when he thought the first traffic wave might slip through his fingers:
[User "NidoranIsMyWife" is requesting a call-in!]
Lovy perked up. Finally!
But that username…
Sure, in the Pokémon world it's not unusual to be a little too into your favorite mon. There've even been weddings with Pokémon.
But dude… your taste is something else.
If it was Gardevoir, I could understand…
But Nidoran? That thing's like a poison rodent with spikes.
[Call-in successful!]
"Mr. Husband-of-Nidoran, what can I help you with today? Appraisal? Or do you have a question?"
On camera appeared a chubby high schooler wearing glasses. Lovy greeted him first.
The kid adjusted his glasses and said in a slightly youthful voice:
"Streamer, I've got a question. I've been trying to breed my Nidoran lately, but no matter how many Nidoran♂ I bring in, she just isn't interested. What's going on?"
[Wait, is this kid even old enough for this?][Your name + your question = legendary vibes][Maybe she's just picky?][Nidoran is a looks snob confirmed!]
The chat lit up with reactions.
Lovy was relieved to see the call-in had helped retain viewers for now.
It wasn't about self-doubt—it was that algorithmic exposure depended on data. If he could hold the audience through each wave, his stream would blow up fast.
"Well, Pokémon are emotional beings with many traits similar to humans. Breeding is like dating—you need chemistry, emotional connection… You can't just throw them together and expect it to happen, right?"
Lovy gave a thoughtful explanation based on his Pokémon knowledge.
But the chubby kid shook his head in disappointment:
"I know that. The Nidoran♂ I brought in are all high-quality, handsome, and really popular with other Nidoran♀. But mine? She's not just uninterested—she actively rejects them and even gets aggressive. This isn't just about attraction anymore."
"If you don't know the answer, that's okay. My friend's bringing another Nidoran♂ soon. If it doesn't work, I'll probably have to go to a Pokémon clinic."
Clearly, the kid didn't have high expectations from the streamer—he was just testing the waters.
[Haha, let's see if the streamer's got game][He's clearly single—can he even handle a breeding question?]
Lovy wouldn't take that lying down:
"Bring your Nidoran here! I'll figure out what's wrong the moment I see her!"
The chubby kid hesitated, about to end the call, when his phone rang.
"That fast? Okay. I'm still on a call with a Pokémon streamer. I'll let him take a look—should be fine."
He hung up and turned to the camera with a "last chance" tone:
"Streamer, I'm going to pick up my friend and his Nidoran♂. When I get back, we'll let you see what's up. If you can actually figure it out—I'll send you a gift."
"No problem."
Lovy understood the lack of trust. He was just a no-name streamer, and hadn't shown off any skills yet. The guy had no reason to believe in him.
The fact that he didn't hang up was already a gesture of goodwill.
But no matter what—today Lovy was going to show this kid what real skill looked like.
With his appraisal talent, no issue was beyond him!
[Is this even allowed to be streamed?][Streamer, stay sharp! Don't embarrass yourself!][I don't think he's got what it takes…]
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