Chapter 5: Seed Flare
“The Dragon Power of Shinto Town…” Akagi looked at the purple glow around Cynthia, a hint of jealousy involuntarily appearing in his eyes.
Even though he was from the Temple, not everyone could master such extraordinary power. While Akagi was the youngest Full Moon Priest in the Temple, he didn't possess the potential to master any extraordinary power.
However, compared to Zilan's Leaf Power, Cynthia's mastery of Dragon Power was incredibly skilled.
A purple glow flashed across Cynthia's body, and then a similar faint purple glow appeared on Garchomp.
At the same time, Garchomp's aura underwent a dramatic transformation.
Not only did Garchomp's physical attributes seem to have fundamentally improved, but it also exuded the unique oppressive feeling characteristic of Dragon-type Pokémon. This was the special effect of Dragon Power when bestowed upon a Dragon-type Pokémon.
Dragon Power could not only comprehensively boost a Dragon-type Pokémon's combat ability but also awaken a Dragon-type Pokémon's characteristic similar to Dragon's Roar, thereby mentally oppressing any Pokémon it battled.
If the Dragon-type Pokémon also had the Intimidate or Pressure ability, it would make Pokémon weaker than it lose their will to fight.
In other words, the combination of Dragon Power and a Dragon-type Pokémon would create a Conqueror's Haki-like effect, capable of instantly defeating weaker opponents.
And any area within Garchomp's sphere of influence would become Garchomp's royal domain.
As the Dragon Power erupted from Garchomp, its strength was greatly amplified.
The Vine Whip that had bound it was directly broken free by Garchomp's amplified struggle.
“Is this Dragon Power… Too bad you chose the wrong opponent!”
Chenxi watched Garchomp easily break free from Florges's Vine Whip, showing no signs of panic.
Instead, at this moment, Chenxi decisively commanded Florges, “Misty Terrain!”
In an instant, Florges's eyes turned pink, and a pink force field spread outwards from Florges as its center.
As this pink force field spread, everyone on the field clearly felt the oppressive sensation from Garchomp, caused by its Dragon Power, gradually disappear. Even Garchomp itself no longer possessed that awe-inspiring presence.
“Garchomp's Dragon's Roar is being suppressed by this pink power… or even disintegrated?”
Drasna watched Florges gradually turn the tide of the battle as the Fairy force field expanded, feeling an instinctive tremor.
At this moment, as she looked at this pink glowing force field, it was as if she had encountered a power that was its natural enemy.
A natural enemy power to dragons!
Meanwhile, the confrontation on the arena continued.
Garchomp, empowered by Dragon Power, had just broken free from the Vine Whip's restraints, but before it could attack, it felt an incredibly suppressing pink force field pressing down on it.
This pink force field not only weakened its will but also suppressed its strength. Even the Dragon Power Cynthia had bestowed upon it seemed to be forcibly dispelled by this power.
This unfamiliar sensation was something Garchomp had never experienced before, and even as a pseudo-legendary Pokémon, it felt somewhat at a loss.
“Sure enough, even the psychic abilities of this world can be suppressed by the power of Pokémon!”
Chenxi watched as the expanded Misty Terrain successfully suppressed Garchomp, confirming his thoughts.
“Petal Dance!” Chenxi didn't hesitate. After his conjecture was confirmed, he immediately ordered Florges to attack!
Florges unleashed a flurry of Petal Dance, but after these petals came into contact with the Fairy Terrain, all the originally vibrant red flowers turned pink.
The Grass-type Petal Dance completed its transformation at this moment, becoming a Fairy-type Petal Dance.
These flying petals seemed to transform into sharp blades, attacking Garchomp!
Garchomp, suppressed by the Misty Terrain, instinctively raised its arms to block.
However, the damage inflicted by this Fairy-type Petal Dance far exceeded Garchomp's expectations.
Garchomp was directly knocked flying by the Petal Dance. Compared to the Fairy Wind just now, this attack was even more lethal!
“Hmm? This is… type conversion?” Elite Four Bertha stood up in surprise at the sight.
“A twelve-year-old Master-level trainer? How is that possible?” Akagi also looked at Chenxi in surprise, but he quickly sat down, saying, “However, it's a shame… he took the wrong path.”
“Cynthia…” Drasna looked at Cynthia with a hint of worry.
Type conversion was a skill that only Master-level Pokémon could master. Although it had been proven to be a wrong path, any Pokémon that mastered this technique was definitely a Master-level Pokémon.
Although this trial was meant to temper Cynthia, and they were even prepared for her to lose.
But they absolutely didn't expect that among the Five Divine Authority Families, there would actually be such a monster who became a Master-level trainer at the age of twelve.
If Cynthia were to lose this time, it would undoubtedly be a very difficult tempering experience for her.
But at this moment, Yuan Jin looked at Chenxi with a hint of bewilderment, even disbelief.
This son, whom he had barely paid any attention to, had actually raised a Master-level Pokémon at the age of twelve.
“Is he… that excellent?”
No one could answer his question, but the battle on the arena was not over yet.
Garchomp, knocked flying by the Fairy-powered Petal Dance, stood up again, relying on its superior Dragon-type physique.
It must be said that before the discovery of the Fairy type, the Dragon type being called the strongest type was well-justified.
Putting aside the inherent moves of the Dragon type, the extraordinary physique alone brought by the Dragon type made many non-Dragon-type Pokémon far inferior.
If an ordinary Pokémon took a super-effective Petal Dance, it would basically have lost its combat ability.
But the physique of Garchomp before them was clearly extraordinary; it actually endured the damage and held on.
And as its HP plummeted, it further unleashed Garchomp's spirit, along with Cynthia's strong will to win.
“Trainer and Pokémon's will synchronized…” Chenxi pondered as he watched Garchomp stand up again.
Finally, Chenxi's gaze fell on Cynthia.
This girl, who not only mastered Dragon Power but also formed a resonance of will with Garchomp.
Chenxi finally understood why, at only twelve years old, she had gained the recognition of such a powerful Pokémon as Garchomp.
Aside from the Dragon Power passed down in Shinto Town, what was more important was this extraordinary will that could resonate with Pokémon.
Just as Froakie awaited Ash, this Garchomp had always been waiting for Cynthia.
It was precisely because of this resonance that even without a Mega Stone and Key Stone as a medium, both sides were still able to build a corresponding resonance.
They could even provide each other with the physical and mental energy needed for battle when necessary.
At this moment, Cynthia continuously supplied Dragon Power to Garchomp, becoming its strength to continue fighting.
And Cynthia's own fighting spirit was clearly transmitted to Garchomp.
Because she didn't want to lose, she wanted to go out and see the world.
As Dragon Power continuously poured in, Garchomp's life underwent an unparalleled sublimation.
At this moment, Garchomp's arms began to emit a purple glow. As this power appeared, the few people who had been sitting in the stands all stood up, and Drasna said in disbelief, “Origin Pulse!”
This was the mark of a Master-level Pokémon. When a Pokémon's innate power matured, it could awaken Origin Pulse, attaching it to its body. When using a move of its own type, it could further enhance that move.
This was also an important reason why Master-level trainers could suppress Elite-level trainers; the two were no longer on the same level.
Chenxi watched Garchomp's advancement in surprise, not expecting that this Garchomp would actually level up from level 59 to level 60 during the battle.
Although it was only one level, this was the difference between a Master-level Pokémon and an Elite-level Pokémon.
“A Master-level Pokémon, huh…” Chenxi looked at the scene before him with a faint smile, saying, “I'm sorry, but Florges stopped being an Elite-level Pokémon a long time ago!”
“Huh?” “Oh!” “What?!”… Everyone on the arena who heard Chenxi's words was stunned.
But before Chenxi could say anything more, he saw Chenxi give his command to Florges.
“One Thought, Flower Blooms!”
In an instant, the Gracidea flower in Florges's hand bloomed at this very moment.
As this flower bloomed, everyone clearly felt the unparalleled power contained within the Gracidea flower.
The accumulation of this power was even comparable to that of a Champion-level Pokémon.
Everyone felt a degree of disbelief as they sensed this power, because it was truly difficult for them to imagine how this Pokémon could contain such immense power within this seemingly delicate flower.
Just as everyone seemed to have forgotten that the battle was still ongoing, all were mesmerized by the blooming flower in Florges's hand.
But Cynthia didn't forget!
She clearly knew that if this power was allowed to be unleashed, her Garchomp would simply be unable to withstand it.
So at this moment, Cynthia commanded Garchomp: “Maximum power Dragon Rush!”
Garchomp let out a roar, and then Garchomp integrated its Origin Pulse into its body, charging towards Florges in a straight line at that moment.
This was a desperate struggle, and also an unyielding roar.
Garchomp could be said to have perfectly embodied the phrase “stubborn as an ox” at this moment.
In a flash of lightning, Garchomp transformed into a jet plane, charging forward relentlessly towards Florges.
And facing Garchomp's charge, Florges simply lowered the blooming flower in its hand slightly.
In an instant, a green glow burst forth from the flower, its brilliant radiance seemingly dimming the entire world.
Seed Flare!
This green beam of light instantly pierced through the heavens and earth. Garchomp, being the first in its path, showed no intention of dodging this beam, or rather, having already charged with all its might, it was too late to dodge.
Dragon Rush VS Seed Flare
Garchomp, in its charge, felt an indescribably immense energy surge from this beam of light. This enormous power, even for itself, having reached the Master level, was difficult to contend with.
In a flash, Garchomp was knocked to the ground by the green beam of light, losing its ability to battle.
Cynthia and Garchomp's final counterattack was directly and forcefully suppressed by Florges.
“Garchomp is unable to battle. The victor is Young Master Chenxi's Florges!” The Yuan Family's referee appeared at the appropriate moment and announced the outcome of the confrontation.
“Yay, we won!” “Long live the Young Master!” “He defeated Garchomp!”…
The Yuan Family trainers cheered at the sight, delighted by this victory.
As for Young Master Chenxi, who had always had little presence, he became their hero, making them feel proud.
Meanwhile, the several top trainers on the arena observed Chenxi and Cynthia with meaningful looks.
“The younger generation is truly formidable, truly formidable!” Elite Four Bertha exclaimed, “I didn't expect there to be a twelve-year-old Master-level trainer.”
“This move… is Seed Flare, isn't it!” Akagi looked at Yuan Jin and said, “The Yuan Family's foundation is indeed astonishing. I didn't expect them to have a connection with the Grass-type Mythical Pokémon, Shaymin. And the Young Master has even mastered Shaymin's exclusive move. It's truly admirable!”
“Miss Cynthia's Dragon Power is equally outstanding. To be able to use Dragon Power to this extent at twelve years old, perhaps only Miss Cynthia can do it.”
Yuan Jin chatted desultorily with Akagi, feeling as if he were in a dream at this moment.
He truly hadn't known that Chenxi would be so strong.
In Yuan Jin's impression, Chenxi was merely a direct descendant of the Yuan family who couldn't even awaken Leaf Power.
But he never expected Chenxi to be able to train a Master-level Pokémon, even more powerful than he had anticipated.
Chenxi recalled his Florges at this moment and walked up to Cynthia. Seeing Cynthia's pouting yet compelled to extend her hand due to her upbringing, he found her somewhat adorable.
After all, the loser is always cute, and a little girl loser is even cuter.
Chenxi also extended his hand to shake Cynthia's, a brief touch and then they parted.
At this moment, Chenxi was exceptionally graceful, or rather, the victor is always graceful.
“You fought well. Keep up the good work next time.” After saying that, Chenxi turned and left, without a trace of fanfare.
But this understated attitude, even Cynthia found it somewhat infuriating. Looking at Chenxi's retreating figure, as if making a promise, or perhaps a declaration of self-confidence, Cynthia said to Chenxi's back,
“Next time, next time, I will definitely win it back!”
“Good luck!” Chenxi waved his hand without looking back, as if casually dismissing a child, as he replied to Cynthia.
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