The Rising Volteckers arrive in the Paldea region where Rico's home is located. Rico, along with Fried and Roy, heads home and is greeted by his father, Alex. Rico tries to relax in his new home after being away for so long, but unexpectedly overhears Alex's true feelings: "I want you to stay home with me from now on." Will Rico's adventure, which has just begun, come to an end here...?

Rico and Roy head to the forest where Corsa encountered a black Rayquaza. Molly becomes interested and joins them. Along the way, the three see the horrific aftermath of a forest fire, but their destination remains largely untouched. Rico and the others begin searching for Rayquaza, but soon the three become separated. Meanwhile, Oliva, who lives in the forest, also makes a move…!?