Pokémon: Charizard
Level: 54
Type: Fire / Flying
Ability: Blaze (When Charizard is weakened, its Blaze ability activates, increasing the power of Fire-type moves by one-third.)
Gender: Male
Moves: Wing Attack, Air Slash, Dragon Claw, Smokescreen, Scary Face, Fire Fang, Flamethrower, Fire Spin, Dragon Rage
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"Damn it! Did I really have to beat your daughter once for you to pull out your trump card immediately?"
Renjiro's face darkened the moment Charizard appeared on the battlefield, its powerful presence casting a fiery glow across the gym. Li Fei wasn't holding anything back—Charizard, his strongest Pokémon, was out from the start.
"He's going all-in from the beginning! Master Li really wants to settle this fast."
"Isn't that overkill? Renjiro's good, but bringing out Charizard right away? Seems excessive."
"What do you know? This isn't just about strength. Master Li's avenging his daughter's loss! Of course, he's using everything he's got."
"I can't wait to see how this plays out."
Meanwhile, in the Pokémon Center, Li Mengxue watched the match unfold on her phone as she waited for Nurse Joy to heal her Charmeleon. A playful smile tugged at her lips.
"Dad's a fool for sending out Charizard so early," she muttered—but in truth, she was thrilled to see how Renjiro would handle it.
Sipping milk tea, she leaned forward, eyes glued to the screen.
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On the battlefield, Li Fei crossed his arms. "The Pokémon I'll use is Charizard. Come on—let's see that Beedrill of yours."
Renjiro took a deep breath. "As you wish. Go, Beedrill!"
With a flash of red light, Beedrill burst from its Poké Ball, wings buzzing as it took to the air.
"Bzzzt!"
Renjiro looked at his partner. "I'm counting on you, Beedrill. This will be our toughest battle yet."
Li Mengxue's fingers flew over her battle watch, checking Beedrill's data through the livestream.
"Level 28… he's gotten stronger since last time," she murmured.
The crowd in the waiting room began whispering among themselves.
"A 26-level gap between Beedrill and Charizard? That's insane."
"Don't forget—Renjiro's Beedrill fought a Salamence that was 30 levels higher. But that Salamence didn't have a skilled trainer behind it."
"This time it's different. Master Li's no joke."
Phones came out as trainers began recording, some even starting livestreams of their own.
"Check this out! Renjiro's about to get crushed by Master Li's Charizard!"
Far away, elite trainer Gan Fengyu was handed a phone by his assistant. "Renjiro's challenging the Twin Flame Gym? Let's see how far this kid's come."
He watched the livestream, intrigued. "Charizard, huh? Master Li's not taking chances."
On the field, Li Fei studied Beedrill closely. So this is the Beedrill that's caused so much talk... No room for mistakes.
"Renjiro, make your move. Let's see what that Beedrill of yours can do!"
Renjiro nodded, his eyes sharp with focus. "Beedrill, Twineedle Sucker Punch—go!"
With a loud buzz, Beedrill launched forward, twin stingers glinting in the gym's lights.
Li Fei's eyes narrowed. Fast.
"Charizard, Fire Spin around yourself!"
Charizard let out a roar, flames spiraling from its mouth to encircle its body in a fiery shield. The intense heat made the air shimmer.
How will you break through that, Renjiro?
Gan Fengyu watched eagerly. If Beedrill charges through, it'll get scorched.
Renjiro didn't hesitate. "Beedrill, Agility! Circle Charizard at top speed!"
"Bzzt!"
Beedrill zipped around Charizard, wings beating so fast they generated small whirlwinds. The swirling air began pulling oxygen away from the flames.
Spectators gasped.
"What the—why are the flames dying down?"
"It's basic science! Without oxygen, fire can't burn. The vortex Beedrill's creating is snuffing it out!"
"Holy—did he just outsmart Charizard's defense?"
Gan Fengyu's grin widened. Smart kid.
Li Mengxue stared at her screen, stunned. I never would've thought to use Agility like that.
But Li Fei was ready. "Charizard, Dragon Claw! Cut through the vortex!"
Charizard let out a mighty cry, its claws glowing as it slashed through the swirling air like it was nothing. The winds broke apart, and Charizard took flight, turning mid-air.
"Flamethrower!"
A blast of searing fire shot at Beedrill.
"Dodge! Then Twineedle Sucker Punch again!"
Beedrill weaved through the flames, darting closer.
"Scary Face! Then Dragon Claw!"
As Beedrill neared, Charizard unleashed a terrifying glare. Beedrill hesitated for a fraction of a second—just enough for Charizard's Dragon Claw to strike.
"Block it, Beedrill!"
Beedrill crossed its stingers to shield itself, but the force sent it crashing to the ground.
A hush fell over the gym.
"Wow… that power. Master Li's a beast."
"Renjiro's Beedrill actually blocked it… but can it get up?"
Li Fei exhaled, certain it was over. "That's the end of it."
But Renjiro clenched his fists. "It's not over yet! Beedrill, get up!"
Silence. Then, with a low buzz, Beedrill stirred. Slowly, it rose, battered but defiant.
"Unbelievable," Li Fei whispered.
The crowd erupted.
"No way! Beedrill's still standing!"
"That's one tough Pokémon."
Gan Fengyu chuckled. This kid just keeps surprising me.
Li Fei shook his head. "If you have no other tricks, you'll just be knocked down again!"
"Oh, I have one more move."
Renjiro's eyes flashed with determination. "Beedrill, Pin Missile! Destroy the surveillance cameras!"
"Bzzt!"
Beedrill fired a barrage of needles, taking out the cameras in seconds.
"What the heck? Why'd he do that?"
"Is he hiding something?"
"Now? When it's getting good?!"
Li Mengxue blinked. What's he planning?
"Master Li, I want my next move to be a secret. Please, have the ref leave and turn off your phone."
Li Fei hesitated—then grinned. "Alright, kid. I'll respect that. Referee, step out. And someone cut the feed."
The referee obeyed, leaving the field. Li Fei powered down his device.
As the last camera flickered off, a tense silence fell.
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Author's Note:
Renjiro's battle against Charizard escalates with clever tactics, grit, and an unexpected move that leaves everyone guessing. What secret weapon is Renjiro about to reveal?
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