“The day has finally arrived!”
Gui Ling stepped onto the battle platform, and the cheers of the audience continuously reached his ears.
However, these sounds didn't cause much of a stir for Gui Ling, as his attention was entirely on his opponent.
“Gui Ling! We are finally on the same battle stage again! As per your promise! I’ve come to challenge you!”
“Pikachu!”
It was a six-on-six full battle, with no restrictions on battle time or Pokémon swaps. The winner would be the one whose opponent's six Pokémon were all rendered unable to battle.
Furthermore, Gigantamax, Z-Move, and Mega Evolution. All three in one match…
“Wait.”
“Trainer Gui Ling?”
Gui Ling coughed, then spoke to the audience below the stage.
“In this tournament, only Trainer Ash and I possess all three enhancement systems. Let’s use them all! This time! Both of us will use our full power to defeat the other! Do you all want to see it?!”
As soon as Gui Ling finished speaking, enthusiastic cheers erupted from the audience. This match also adopted the same conditions as Dande mentioned last time, allowing all three enhancement systems to be used freely.
The referee was caught off guard by the spectacle but quickly reacted, re-announcing the rules of the match.
“This match will follow special rules: both Trainers may freely use the three enhancement systems: Gigantamax, Z-Move, and Mega Evolution! The match begins now!”
“Go, Charizard!”
“Greninja!”
Charizard let out a roar as soon as it entered the arena, its scorching aura making the surrounding air intensely hot.
Greninja, on the other hand, agilely leaped around the stage, looking for an opportunity to attack.
“Charizard, use Flamethrower!”
A massive pillar of flame shot towards Greninja.
“Greninja, Water Shuriken!”
Several Water Shuriken met the flames, creating a large amount of steam upon impact, which enveloped the entire battle stage.
Under the cover of the steam, Greninja used Teleport behind Charizard and unleashed a Flying Water Shuriken.
Charizard reacted quickly, dodged to the side, then immediately turned and used Large Character Blaze.
Just as the two sides were in a stalemate, Ash and Gui Ling simultaneously reached for their Key Stones.
“Charizard! Let Gui Ling see our power! Mega Evolution!”
“May the ninja’s blade protect its body, granting it the ‘scabbard’ that guards all!”
In an instant, Charizard glowed brightly, evolving into Mega Charizard X. The flames on its body became even hotter, and its terrifying aura twisted the surrounding air.
“As expected of Old Flame, it feels even stronger than Dande’s!”
Greninja also completed its Mega Evolution in the light. Compared to before, Greninja now had some barbs on its head, with a particularly noticeable red mark at the very top.
Its hands and feet gained several diamond-shaped patterns, and its knees and shoulders also had four shuriken decorations. The shuriken patterns on its body grew larger and larger.
At the same time, Greninja drew the tang katana it had been carrying on its back. Since the tournament rules did not prohibit Pokémon from carrying weapons, this was considered a loophole that Greninja exploited.
(As per usual, Chapter 18 of the article has the explanation.)
Charizard opened its mouth and spewed a massive blue flame, melting the ground wherever it touched. Greninja leaped high into the air, spinning, and its tang katana carved out brilliant water screens, blocking all the flames.
The audience below was shaken by the intense battle, with cheers and gasps rising and falling.
Ash and Gui Ling’s eyes were firm, intently staring at each other, both searching for the other’s weak point. Charizard continuously launched attacks, while Greninja agilely dodged, seeking an opportunity to counterattack.
“Water Spikes!”
Suddenly, Greninja seized the opportunity, using the power of water to charge towards Charizard, its tang katana gathering water elements to fiercely stab it.
“Use Dragon Claw!”
For a moment, sparks flew everywhere as the two Pokémon engaged in a fierce brawl.
But unexpectedly, Charizard and Greninja fought from the ground to the sky. Despite the type disadvantage, Charizard surprisingly took down Greninja directly with a Seismic Toss.
“Good move, I’m impressed. Thank you, Greninja. Next up is you, Gardevoir!”
“Gardevoir, use Psychic!”
Gardevoir raised its hands, and a powerful Psychic force instantly enveloped Charizard, attempting to control it.
Charizard struggled fiercely, its wings flapping violently, and flames burning around its body, trying to break free from the restraint.
“Charizard, Flamethrower!”
Charizard opened its mouth and spewed a thick flame, breaking through part of the Psychic’s control.
Seeing this, Gardevoir quickly formed hand signs, increasing its Psychic output, while its body glowed.
“Dazzling Gleam? Gardevoir is releasing two moves consecutively?!”
This action shocked everyone present, and Charizard also didn’t expect such a significant change.
To be honest, it had a hint of arrogance within itself, and ultimately, it lost due to its own carelessness.
As the light dissipated, Charizard reverted from its Mega Evolved form and fell to the ground. It had already sustained considerable damage from its close-quarters combat with Greninja, and after taking a Dazzling Gleam head-on, it could no longer hold on and collapsed.
“Thank you, Charizard. Next up is you! Infernape!”
As soon as Infernape entered the arena, it brandished its fists, emanating a scorching aura.
“Infernape, use Close Combat!”
At Ash’s command, Infernape charged towards Gardevoir like an arrow released from a bowstring.
Gardevoir remained calm, instantly using Teleport to dodge Infernape’s attack.
“Gardevoir, Psybeam!”
Beams of colorful light shot towards Infernape. Infernape agilely leaped, avoiding most of the beams, but a few still hit it, causing its body to sway slightly.
“Infernape, Fire Punch!”
Infernape’s fists ignited with raging flames as it charged at Gardevoir again.
“Use Psychic to create a shield!”
As he said this, Gui Ling snapped his fingers, and Gardevoir immediately understood Gui Ling’s meaning.
Gardevoir concentrated its Psychic power, forming a shield that blocked the Fire Punch attack.
Just then, Gardevoir suddenly used Confusion, and Infernape’s movements instantly slowed.
“Gardevoir, follow up with Shadow Sneak!”
A black Energy Ball flew towards Infernape. Infernape endured the mental discomfort, dodged to the side.
“It didn’t hit? As expected of the senior disciple!”
Gui Ling frowned, but quickly regained his composure.
“Gardevoir, Shadow Sneak Encore, and use Psychic to control its movement.”
Gardevoir’s hands moved quickly, and a larger Shadow Sneak shot out, while its Psychic power locked onto Infernape.
“Infernape, use Mach Punch to break the Shadow Sneak, then close in for an attack!”
Infernape erupted with immense power, quickly punching to disperse the Shadow Sneak, then charged towards Gardevoir.
Gardevoir remained calm, using Teleport behind Infernape, and once again released Confusion.
Infernape’s body stiffened. Gardevoir took the opportunity to hit it with Psybeam. Infernape swayed a few times but still bravely stood its ground.
“Infernape, hold on, use Close Combat!”
Infernape roared, enduring the mental interference, and charged at Gardevoir again.
Gardevoir was about to use Teleport again but found that Infernape’s speed was faster this time, having anticipated her movement.
Infernape landed a powerful punch on Gardevoir, causing Gardevoir’s body to tilt, and its Psychic power instantly dissipated.
“Gardevoir!”
Gui Ling’s heart tightened; he then remembered that this Infernape in front of him was no ordinary Pokémon.
Gardevoir quickly adjusted its state, its hands gathering light.
“Mental Blade!”
Several sharp blades shot towards Infernape. Infernape dodged to the side, while also taking the opportunity to close in, landing another Fire Punch. Gardevoir was hit and staggered back.
“This is the only way… Ash still has two Mega aces later, I can’t fall here!”
Gui Ling once again touched the Key Stone on his wrist. Each Mega Evolution consumed a huge amount of the Trainer’s mental energy, but if he were to fall into a disadvantageous position now, it would be very difficult to win later without sending in a legendary Pokémon.
“May the Pokémon angel protect its body, granting it the ‘radiance’ that shines on all!”
Gardevoir’s entire body glowed, completing its Mega Evolution, and its aura instantly surged. She waved her hands, and a powerful Psychic force formed a storm, engulfing Infernape.
Infernape struggled to resist within the storm, and the flames on its body gradually weakened.
“Now! Psychic!”
Gardevoir concentrated its Psychic power, fiercely suppressing Infernape. Finally, Infernape could no longer hold on and fell to the ground.
However, Gardevoir’s condition wasn't very good either, and it was also uncertain how much longer the Mega Evolution would last…
【Saving drafts for the second book… Let’s see how many chapters I can save after this book is finished. Starting now, I’ll increase the update speed, aiming to update every other day.】
【Are there any good pictures of Diancie? I want to change the cover.】