Hello there, my names Wren, and I saw that you have an alpha Luxray and Noivern which got me thinking. Have you ever considered training them to be ride Pokémon? Since both species are very well adapted to their respective terrains. The reason I’m asking is because some of my extended family train their alpha Pokémon to be ridden. Why my family does this is because we’ve always preferred getting around on a Pokémon for generations now, not to mention Pokémon have always been super friendly around my family. It should also be said that quite a few of us also get really bad motion sickness on other modes of transportation that doesn’t involve a Pokémon for some strange reason.
Hi! Cyclo and Zap-Zip are ride Pokémon I often use! Zap-Zip is more friendly and will often let other members of the ranch ride on his back and help where he can. He got me around a lot and I wouldn’t have made it in Hisui without him.
Cyclo is a bit more cautious but will let a very few people ride on his back. When I was staying in Lumiose he was my ride around the city.
I also have an alpha Walrien named Loch who helps me and others out around the waters edges of the island. He’s quite friendly when he warms up to you.
Getting around on Pokémon definitely feels more natural and I don’t feel cramped or hindered or anything negative one can sometimes get in a vehicle. It’s by far my preferred option. When I need to make quick trips to the mainland I have a plethora of mons willing to help me get there. No offense to the ferries but I much prefer the ocean or sky air!
I really like to see other people agree with this notion. Especially if the Pokémon is friendly and is willing. Glad to see another person with alphas. I’m kinda glad they’re making a comeback, it feels like that part of nature that allowed alphas to exist is healing.
-Spade