Shioku is a 16-year-old human boy who just completed his general studies (ages 4 to 15). Dreaming of becoming a Pokémon Master, he rushes to the local Pokémon Lab in the morning to pick his first partner. But he arrives late, and all starter Pokémon are already taken—except for one unusual, stubborn Pokémon left behind. Shy, quiet, and a complete fresher, Shioku's journey begins with a twist!