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Ash couldn't believe that the legendary Pokémon was actually injured, but the fact was right in front of him. Zapdos, below, had closed its eyes and let out low cries periodically.
"But why did it come here if it was injured?" Officer Jenny asked, puzzled.
"This is normal. Zapdos is an Electric-type Pokémon. Like other Electric-types, it's drawn to strong electricity," Ash explained. "Zapdos is the same."
"It's injured and recovering its strength by absorbing powerful electricity!" Ash looked at the Zapdos below, which was draining the power plant's electricity to restore its energy.
The electricity emitted from its body was a defensive mechanism. Many Pokémon do this. When injured, their energy surges uncontrollably, releasing power as a protective instinct.
While absorbing electricity, it was also discharging power. Its energy coursed through the circuits, causing an imbalance in the power plant, which led to the current situation.
"But if this continues, the power plant will..." Officer Jenny said, worry evident in her voice.
Although Zapdos was a legendary Pokémon, its actions were causing a city-wide crisis. But how could it be stopped?
As Officer Jenny worried, Zapdos seemed to sense something at the generator below. Its eyes suddenly opened, its head raised slightly, and it locked its gaze on Ash and the others.
A chill ran through the group as Zapdos' piercing gaze focused on them. Brock and Misty stiffened, startled by its sharp expression.
"It...it noticed us!" Misty stammered in panic.
"I don't think we provoked it. It shouldn't attack us, right?" Brock tried to reason, hoping that even a legendary Pokémon wouldn't attack without cause.
"But it will!" Ash frowned as he caught Zapdos' gaze. He sensed the danger, and Brock's optimism quickly dissolved.
Crackling!
Zapdos let out a thunderous roar, rising to its feet and spreading its massive wings. Lightning sparked violently around it before erupting into powerful currents.
Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!
Electricity surged uncontrollably, striking the walls and escaping through shattered windows. Explosions echoed as sparks rained down on the group.
"Get down!" Ash shouted urgently.
Everyone ducked, obeying Ash's warning just in time. A bolt of lightning shot over their heads, slamming into the metal wall behind them, which erupted into smoke and debris.
When the lightning subsided, they turned to see a long, molten scar carved into the metal wall. The high temperature had left the edges glowing red. Everyone was awestruck by Zapdos' immense power.
"How does it still have this much power, even after being injured?" Brock asked, disbelief etched on his face.
Zapdos turned its gaze back to Ash and the group, clearly perceiving them as threats.
Crackling!!!
After narrowly evading the attack, Zapdos shifted its full focus onto Ash and the others. This time, it didn't release its electricity randomly in all directions. Instead, the lightning on its body concentrated into a single massive charge, aiming directly at Ash's group.
Misty and the others wore panicked expressions. Ash frowned, realizing he had no choice but to respond.
"Pikachu, use Thunderbolt!"
"Pika~~Chuu!!!"
Pikachu leapt high into the air, fully aware of the strength of this powerful opponent. It summoned all its energy and unleashed a massive Thunderbolt.
Boom!!
The two thunderbolts collided mid-air in a spectacular clash. Though both were Thunderbolt attacks, Zapdos' lightning was visibly much larger and more intense than Pikachu's. Pikachu gritted its teeth, struggling to hold its ground as Zapdos' eyes glowed with determination.
Zapdos increased its energy output even further.
Although Pikachu fought valiantly, it was clear to everyone that it was being overpowered. Despite its unwavering effort, Pikachu was at a distinct disadvantage.
"Ti!"
At that moment, a figure leapt into the air. Blue electricity surged from the antenna atop its head before releasing a powerful current.
The energy joined Pikachu's Thunderbolt, combining forces to stand against Zapdos' overwhelming attack.
"Elekid?!" Ash exclaimed in surprise.
Boom!!
Before anyone could react further, the combined energy of the three clashing attacks destabilized. A deafening explosion echoed through the air as a powerful shockwave burst outward, forcing everyone to shield their faces with their arms.
The battlefield was engulfed in smoke.
"Pika!"
"Elekid!"
As the dust settled, Pikachu and Elekid landed side by side. Pikachu glanced at Elekid, a hint of gratitude visible in its eyes. Elekid, on the other hand, gave a self-assured smirk, clearly proud of its intervention.
Crackling!!!
Zapdos roared, flapping its massive wings with slow, deliberate movements as it ascended from the generator. In an instant, it was hovering above Ash and the others, its presence even more imposing.
"Hurry back!" Ash yelled urgently, recognizing the escalating danger. The sheer power radiating from Zapdos was undeniable. He had no time to ensure everyone's safety as his full focus was now on the looming threat.
Boom!!!
A deafening explosion suddenly erupted from above. The ceiling groaned under the force, and a burst of fire illuminated the room. Metal fragments rained down as the structure cracked. Zapdos narrowed its piercing eyes and turned its gaze upward.
Thick smoke filled the air, and amidst the haze, a massive spaceship resembling a fighter jet slowly emerged. Its descent was ominous, its size almost overwhelming. The room, vast as it was, barely seemed capable of accommodating the massive craft.
"What's happening??" Misty exclaimed, her wide eyes fixed on the descending spaceship. Brock and the others stared in equal disbelief.
The spaceship landed swiftly, coming to a stop in front of Zapdos. The legendary Pokémon regarded the armed vessel with an intense, sharp gaze, its feathers sparking as if in preparation for another attack.
The air grew heavy with tension as both sides seemed ready for a confrontation.