Pokemon : Rewind-Chapter 489 - 76: Advertising and Big Sales

Ash might not be well-versed in business matters, but he understood one crucial principle: people work hardest when they have a personal stake in their endeavors.

It was with this in mind that Ash allocated shares of his brand to Daisy, Lily, and their team before officially launching the venture.

Initially, Daisy and her team hesitated, insisting they were only helping out of goodwill. However, Ash's persistent persuasion eventually won them over.

The shares granted to them weren't significant in Ash's view—just 10% divided among the three of them and Misty—but from their perspective, it was an extraordinary gesture.

Their involvement in the brand had been built entirely on Ash's fame, and now they had tangible ownership in its future success.

Motivated by this trust, Daisy and her team poured their hearts into the project. Over several weeks, they sacrificed sleep, working tirelessly to ensure every detail was perfect.

Their dedication paid off, and they could now proudly assure Ash that they had lived up to his expectations.

"Just leave it to us, Ash!" Daisy said confidently during one of their calls. "We'll handle everything. You just focus on getting stronger and becoming more famous. The bigger your name, the more successful this brand will be!"

Ash smiled. "I'll leave it in your hands, then. Thanks for all your hard work."

Their belief in his potential was unwavering. If Ash could rise to the pinnacle of Pokémon mastery, their brand could expand far beyond the Kanto Region, becoming a global phenomenon.

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Meanwhile, in Goldenrod City, the bustling metropolis of the Johto Region, Whitney had arranged an interview at the Goldenrod Radio Tower.

The host, Mary, was known for her lively personality and subtle knack for weaving advertisements into conversations.

As the interview began, Mary smoothly transitioned the conversation. "So, Whitney, has anything exciting or memorable happened to you recently?"

Listeners who were familiar with Mary's style chuckled, recognizing her subtle buildup to an advertisement.

"It's happening! She's setting up for the sponsor plug!" one online commenter joked.

Despite the predictability, Mary's approach always entertained her audience, transforming promotional content into an engaging experience.

Whitney pretended to think for a moment before replying with a smile, "Actually, yes! Something interesting did happen recently."

"Oh? Do tell!" Mary prompted with enthusiasm.

"Well, about two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Ash Ketchum while he was passing through Goldenrod City,"

Whitney began. "He and his companions visited my grandfather's ranch, and I showed them around the city."

The audience listened intently, intrigued by the mention of Ash, a rising star in the Pokémon world.

"The next day, Ash challenged me to a Gym Battle," Whitney continued, feigning a sheepish expression. "I have to admit, his Haunter completely swept me. It was impressive!"

Mary nodded, pretending to be surprised even though she already knew the story. "It sounds like Ash's skills are exceptional!"

Whitney then dropped a piece of exciting news. "I've also invited Ash to participate in the grand opening of the new stadium northwest of Goldenrod City next year. We'll be hosting an exhibition match to celebrate the occasion!"

Listeners buzzed with excitement. The announcement of the new stadium and Ash's involvement gave them something to look forward to.

Finally, Whitney revealed her real reason for the interview. "By the way, Ash's personal clothing brand launched today in the Kanto Region. It's available for purchase online through the Cerulean Gym's official website."

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The audience erupted with understanding. "Ah, so this was all leading to a plug for Ash's brand!" one commenter quipped.

Despite the transparency of the strategy, interest in Ash's brand soared. Many viewers visited the Cerulean Gym's website to check out the collection, which featured stylish designs created by Delia Ketchum, Ash's mother.

Her unique aesthetic appealed to fans across the region, driving sales to new heights.

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The marketing efforts didn't stop there. Silph Co., whose CEO owed Ash a favor, also promoted the brand on their platform.

Coupled with Whitney's influence and advertisements across Kanto and Johto, Ash's brand gained widespread attention.

In addition to physical stores, the Daisy team implemented an online ordering system to cater to regions where they hadn't yet established distribution channels. These efforts paid off spectacularly.

By the end of the first day, sales exceeded 30 million Pokedollars, leaving everyone in awe of Ash's growing popularity and connections. At just eleven years old, he had achieved what many could only dream of in a lifetime.

Ash might have started his journey to become a Pokémon Master, but his path was now intertwined with a burgeoning business empire—one destined for global success.

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