A Day with Archer

Scottie came to the forest after hearing rumors that disturbing cries were heard there.

[EN:Gen Ref="255" M="He" F="She" ] arrived at the spot to investigate and found Archer and Houndoom.

My, my. What's a child doing here at this hour?

Oh. I see.

If you want to know the truth behind that rumor, people were probably hearing Houndoom's cry.

I'm the one asking the questions.

But fine.

I come here regularly with Houndoom for special training.

If Team Rocket is seen at a time or place that's too conspicuous, people will make a fuss.

Although it's irritating, we have to train in a place where people won't easily see us.

But Houndoom doesn't seem to care when or where we train.

I received Houndoom from Giovanni when he was a Houndour, so I feel strongly attached to him.

We must train ourselves to work in a way that meets Giovanni's expectations.

Since Houndoom became my partner, I have drilled Team Rocket's values into him.

One might even say that Houndoom is an elite Pokémon.

He grew up to be a worthy Pokémon that can be of use to Giovanni.

If Houndoom and I can show our unwavering loyalty to Team Rocket...

I'm sure Giovanni will be pleased with us.

You don't understand anything, do you?

Oh? Does it seem that way?

I have chosen, of my own will, to serve Giovanni.

If I were to take control of Team Rocket temporarily, it would only be in his absence.

Nobody other than Giovanni is capable of leading Team Rocket.

Houndoom feels the same way.

We have a powerful connection.

For you, perhaps the word "bond" makes more sense?

Houndoom shows me loyalty and makes a steady effort to carry out my orders.

You would call that a "sync pair," correct?

Houndoom's mission is to support me, and my mission is to support Giovanni.

Sometimes you meet those who can inspire lifelong devotion...

Someday you will understand.