Chapter 445: The Final Showdown!
However, at this moment, small saplings suddenly grew around Zarude's body, and its injuries immediately recovered.
It was Zarude's signature move, Jungle Healing.
Taking advantage of Zarude having just finished healing, Milotic wanted to continue its attack, but then Zarude suddenly glared, and a Scary Face abruptly appeared, startling Milotic and freezing it in its Original spot, interrupting the move it was halfway through preparing.
It was Scary Face.
Seizing the moment Milotic was startled, Zarude quickly swung its arms, unleashing two massive light blades that fiercely struck its soft body.
"Miloo~~~"
Milotic cried out in pain and fell to the Ground. Just then, the effect of Taunt wore off, so Cynthia quickly commanded: "Milotic, Recover!"
However, Zarude roared at this moment. Hearing the roar, Milotic not only didn't use Recover, but instead raised its tail and fiercely whipped its own head.
Again and again, Milotic quickly became covered in injuries.
"Milotic!" Cynthia exclaimed, wanting to wake Milotic up, but it was no use.
It turned out Zarude had just used Swagger.
Swagger: Enrages the opponent, causing confusion. At the same time, due to the rage, the opponent's attack will be greatly increased.
So Milotic had fallen into a confused state, and because its own attack was forced to increase greatly, hitting itself was especially painful.
Bai Feng reminded Zarude: "Zarude, end the battle!"
"Zaroo~"
Zarude roared, swung the two green whips in its hands, and lashed Milotic.
"Miloo~~~"
After a cry of pain, Milotic fell and couldn't get up.
Seeing this, the Referee announced: "Milotic has fainted! Zarude wins! Competitor Cynthia, please send out your next Pokémon!"
Inside the Pokémon Center, Keke saw Zarude defeat Milotic and excitedly hugged Abba, "Abba, Abba, did you see? Zarude won! Zarude won!"
Salude's Dad saw this and also excitedly hugged Keke. The human and the Pokémon cheered together, attracting the attention of others in the Pokémon Center. Everyone looked strangely at the father and son duo acting so wildly.
Cynthia only had one Pokémon left. With a flash of radiance, that Pokémon appeared on the Field. It was none other than her ace—Garchomp.
Garchomp, the Supersonic Pokémon, a Dragon Type and Ground Type dual type. The evolutionary form of Gabite, the final evolution stage of Gible. It can fly in the Sky at a speed no less than a jet airplane, but its nature is rough and it is very aggressive. Garchomp in the Wilds often fight Salamence in the Sky over food, but its speed on Land is also very swift.
"Garchomp!!!"
As soon as Garchomp appeared, it let out a soul-shaking roar.
"Zaroo!!!"
Zarude was not to be outdone and responded with a roar of its own.
"Garchomp, Dragon Rush!"
Cynthia didn't waste time and immediately had Garchomp launch an attack.
"Garchomp!"
Garchomp roared towards the Sky, its entire body erupting with terrifying battle aura. The next second, its whole body was enveloped in blue-purple Dragon Type energy as it quickly charged towards Zarude.
Bai Feng also said to Zarude: "Zarude, Hammer Arm!"
"Zaroo!!"
Zarude immediately swung its arms and also charged towards Garchomp.
Boom!!!
The two Pokémon collided, stirring up rolling airwaves that made Bai Feng's and Cynthia's clothes flap loudly. The two of them even subconsciously used their hands to half-cover their eyes.
As a cry of pain rang out, Zarude was sent flying backward. Clearly, in the contest of raw strength/power, it had lost to the opposing Garchomp.
Garchomp accelerated, its claws glowing green, intending to hit Zarude again with Dragon Claw. Seeing this, Bai Feng quickly said: "Zarude, Power Whip!"
Zarude immediately swung its green whips and bound Garchomp's claws, stopping its attack.
Garchomp tugged at Zarude's green whips, letting out roars. Cynthia was heard saying: "Garchomp, Stone Edge!"
Hearing this, Garchomp lifted one foot and stomped hard on the Ground. Immediately, sharp blue stone pillars shot up from the Ground and surged towards Zarude.
Because the green whips on its arms were being restrained by Garchomp at this moment, Zarude found it difficult to dodge and could only watch as the stone pillars attacked it.
Just then, Bai Feng's voice rang out, "Zarude, Petal Blizzard!"
Zarude's eyes lit up. Immediately, countless pink petals appeared around it. The petals spun rapidly, forming a wind pillar that enveloped Zarude.
The moment the blue stone pillars struck, the spinning petals turned into sharp blades, slicing the stone pillars to pieces. Zarude's crisis was averted.
Failing to land a hit, Cynthia launched another attack. She said to Garchomp: "Garchomp, Fire Fang!"
The next second, Garchomp spewed rolling flames from its mouth and bit down on the green whips binding its claws. The green whips were ignited, and the flames traveled along the whips towards Zarude.
Seeing this, Zarude quickly severed the green whips.
However, just as its movement began, Garchomp had already seized the opportunity to flash to its side.
"Dragon Claw!"
Boom!
Zarude was sent flying and crashed hard into the barrier not far away. Garchomp didn't stop after one attack. Its figure flashed, and it appeared beside Zarude, who hadn't recovered yet, and raised its claw for another Dragon Claw.
With another cry of pain, Zarude finally couldn't get up again.
After the Referee checked Zarude's state, he announced: "Zarude has fainted! Garchomp wins! Competitor Bai Feng, please send out your next Pokémon!"
Bai Feng thought for a moment, took out a Poké Ball, and with a flash of radiance, a snow-white Pokémon appeared on the Field.
As soon as this Pokémon appeared, it happily bounced around on the Field and even tried to pounce on Bai Feng. Bai Feng quickly stopped it, saying: "Chien-Pao, we're in a competition right now, be serious."
That's right, the Pokémon Bai Feng sent out was Chien-Pao, one of the Treasures of Ruin.
Hearing Bai Feng's words, Chien-Pao stopped with a wronged expression, then turned to look at Garchomp.
As soon as Chien-Pao appeared, Garchomp's defense began to drop.
Chien-Pao's Ability is Sword of Ruin. Its effect is that while the Pokémon with this Ability is on the Field, the defense of all other Pokémon, except those with this Ability, is lowered by one quarter.
Bai Feng directly said to Chien-Pao: "Chien-Pao, Snowscape!"
"Gurululu~~"
Chien-Pao let out a soft howl towards the Sky. Immediately, dark clouds filled the Sky, and snowflakes drifted down with the wind.
As soon as the snowy weather appeared, Garchomp couldn't help but shiver. The Ice Type was too strong a counter against its Dragon Type and Ground Type.
Due to Snowscape, Chien-Pao's defense was also strengthened.
Looking at Chien-Pao, Cynthia's brows furrowed tightly. This was going to be a tough battle!
Thinking this, she took out her Key Stone. "Garchomp, answer my call! Mega Evolution!"
As her words fell, the Key Stone in her hand and the Mega Stone on Garchomp's body both erupted with intense radiance. Immediately, Garchomp's figure began to change.
When the radiance disappeared, Garchomp had completely changed its appearance. Its figure became taller, and the shark fins on its hands transformed into two giant scythes. Its entire body exuded a terrifying pressure.
Seeing this, Bai Feng said: "Since that's the case, we'll have to go all out too!"
Saying this, he took out Chien-Pao's Poké Ball again. After recalling Chien-Pao, a large amount of purple-red Dynamax Energy began to surge from the Dynamax Band on his wrist.
When Chien-Pao came out of the Poké Ball again, it had transformed into a giant creature. It first excitedly turned its head to look at its new appearance, and even stretched out a claw to pat the Dynamax Energy cloud surrounding its body, finally lowering its head to look at Garchomp.
"Gurululu~~"
It pretended to be fierce, baring its teeth at Garchomp, but its actual appearance was quite cute, making the Referee, Audience Members, and even Cynthia on the opposite side laugh.
"Garchomp, Dragon Claw!" Cynthia said first.
"Garchomp~"
Garchomp roared, leaped up, and in the blink of an eye, jumped to a height equal to Chien-Pao's, raising its giant claw and slashing towards Chien-Pao.
"Chien-Pao, Max Hailstorm!"
However, Chien-Pao's speed was faster than Garchomp's. It raised a sharp claw, which was overflowing with cold air, and swiped towards Garchomp.
Boom!!!
The leopard's claw and Garchomp collided, but Garchomp easily defended against Chien-Pao's attack.
However, after Max Hailstorm, the wind and snow in the Sky became even more intense. This was the added effect of Max Hailstorm.
Seeing this, Bai Feng said: "Chien-Pao, Max Knuckle!"
Hearing this, Chien-Pao raised its sharp claw again. Red energy lit up on it as it swiped towards Garchomp.
"Garchomp~~"
Garchomp showed no fear, flying in the Sky, using Dragon Claw to clash with Chien-Pao, not falling behind at all.
After Max Knuckle, Chien-Pao's attack began to rise. This was the added effect of Max Knuckle.
"Chien-Pao, continue using Max Knuckle!"
Chien-Pao raised its claw again and fiercely swiped at Garchomp. Due to the increase in attack, its offensive this time was even more intense than before, making Cynthia and Garchomp feel doubled pressure.
Facing such a giant Chien-Pao, Garchomp would find it difficult to stop it from powering up. Moreover, it couldn't power itself up, because as soon as it stopped its defense, Chien-Pao's attack would land on it.
With its four times weakness to Ice, Garchomp might not be able to withstand even a casual hit from Chien-Pao.
With continuous use of Max Knuckle, Chien-Pao's attack quickly strengthened to its peak.
This time, Bai Feng finally didn't have Chien-Pao use Max Knuckle again, but instead said: "Chien-Pao, Max Hailstorm!"
Chien-Pao raised its giant claw. This time, its attack was different from before, carrying an extremely strong pressure.
"Garchomp, Dragon Rush!"
"Garchomp!"
Garchomp roared and collided with Chien-Pao's claw. Unlike the previous evenly matched clash, this time Garchomp was sent flying and crashed hard into the barrier.
"Chien-Pao, Max Hailstorm!" Bai Feng said again.
"Garchomp, Outrage!" Cynthia shouted loudly.
"Roar!"
Hearing this, Garchomp's eyes immediately turned completely red. The next second, it charged towards Chien-Pao with unstoppable momentum.
"Garchomp! Garchomp!"
Garchomp seemed to go mad, crashing into Chien-Pao's claw again and again, making Chien-Pao sway back and forth.
After three collisions, Chien-Pao was not lightly injured, its claw was numb from the impact, while Garchomp suddenly stopped moving.
"Garchomp!" Suddenly, it unexpectedly slammed its head into the Ground, smashing a large pit into the Ground.
The side effect of Outrage appeared. Garchomp fell into confusion.
Bai Feng wouldn't miss such a good attack opportunity, so he said to Chien-Pao: "Chien-Pao, Max Hailstorm!"
"Gurululu~~~"
Chien-Pao didn't hesitate to raise its claw, overflowing with cold air, and swipe at Garchomp.
Bang!
The Earth trembled. The pit Garchomp had made was made even larger by the swipe, and at the same time, Garchomp in the pit was motionless.
After the Referee stepped forward and checked the situation, he announced: "Garchomp has fainted! Chien-Pao wins! Since Competitor Cynthia has lost all her Pokémon, the winner is Competitor Bai Feng!"
As the Referee's words fell, enthusiastic cheers erupted Outside the Field.
"Bai Feng! Bai Feng! Bai Feng!"
"Cynthia! Cynthia! Cynthia!"
...
The Audience Members called out Bai Feng's and Cynthia's names again and again.
After recalling her Pokémon, Cynthia walked to the center of the Field, extended her hand, and said to Bai Feng: "Congratulations, I hope you keep winning."
Bai Feng smiled and shook her hand, saying: "I'll take your good wishes!"
The moment their hands clasped, even more enthusiastic cheers erupted Outside the Field.
Click-clack~~
As the camera flashes lit up, the scene of their handshake was captured.
At the same time, the final contenders for Strongest Champion had finally appeared.
Bai Feng VS Leon!
The competition officially began the next day.
The Next Day.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the moment has finally arrived! Who will claim the title of Strongest Champion? Champion Leon? Or Mister Bai Feng, who holds the title of Pokémon League Strongest Trainer? It's truly something to look forward to!" the Host said emotionally.
"I'm sure everyone is looking forward to it just as much as I am, right? Well then, without further ado, let's invite our two Competitors to the stage!"
As the Host's words fell, camera flashes continuously flickered. Bai Feng and Leon walked step by step towards the Battlefield.
The appearance of the two brought the Audience Members' emotions to a climax. The cheers grew louder and louder.
Bai Feng and Leon smiled and waved towards the Audience Members Outside the Field as they walked.
Once they stood on opposite sides of the Field, Leon said: "The moment has finally arrived!"
Bai Feng said with emotion: "Yes, finally!"
"Please take care of me!"
"Please take care of me!"
As the Host announced the start of the competition, Bai Feng and Leon simultaneously took out their first Poké Balls. With a flash of radiance, two Pokémon appeared on the Field.
On Bai Feng's side was Ting-Lu, one of the Treasures of Ruin, while on the other side was the Fire Type starter Pokémon of the Galar Region—Cinderace.
Cinderace, the Forward Pokémon. A Single Fire Type. The evolutionary form of Raboot, the final evolution stage of Scorbunny. It has high physical strength/power, is skilled in bursts, jumping, and kicking techniques. It injects "fire energy" into small gravel, then turns the gravel into "flame soccer balls" and kicks them at the opponent to attack.
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Chapter 446: Result
The moment Ting-Lu appeared, Cinderace's Special Attack began to decrease. This was the effect of its Ability, Vessel of Ruin.
Vessel of Ruin: When the Pokémon with this Ability is on the field, the Special Attack of all other Pokémon is lowered.
However, Bai Feng knew that this Ability wouldn't have much effect on Leon's Cinderace, because compared to Special Attack, his Cinderace was more proficient in Physical Attack.
"Cinderace, Pyro Ball!"
As Leon's voice fell, Cinderace lifted its foot and stomped on the Ground. A stone shot up, and rolling flames ignited from it. The small stone instantly turned into a head-sized fireball and shot towards Ting-Lu.
Because of its heavy Body, Ting-Lu's Speed was very slow, and its large Size made it an easy target. Dodging was unrealistic, so it could only use Attack to substitute for Defense and Evasion.
Bai Feng commanded, "Ting-Lu, Ruination!"
"Woo~"
Ting-Lu let out a long roar towards the Sky. Black waves suddenly rippled around its Body. The waves spread out, instantly annihilating the fireball Cinderace had launched, and continued to spread towards Cinderace with terrifying power.
Ruination is a Move unique to the Treasures of Ruin. Its Effect is to directly reduce the Opponent's current HP by half.
Seeing this, Leon exclaimed, "Cinderace, quickly dodge!"
But Ruination has a wide Attack range. Even though Cinderace was agile, as long as it hadn't jumped Outside the Field, it would be difficult to avoid.
As expected, Cinderace had only taken two steps back when it was hit by the rapidly spreading waves, then let out a scream and knelt on the Ground.
Seeing this, Bai Feng decided to press his advantage and continued to command, "Ting-Lu, Earthquake!"
"Woo~"
Ting-Lu roared again, lifting its foot and stomping heavily on the Ground. Ground-type Energy rippled out, and the next second a Crack appeared on the Ground, rapidly spreading towards the kneeling Cinderace.
However, Cinderace was also a veteran of many Battles. It had actually anticipated this Attack from the Opponent, so it leaped up and disappeared from its Original spot, using Agility to quickly approach Ting-Lu.
Almost in the blink of an eye, Cinderace arrived next to Ting-Lu.
"Cinderace, Low Kick!"
Cinderace leaped up, kicking fiercely at one of Ting-Lu's legs.
Low Kick is a Fighting-type move. Its Effect is to fiercely kick the Opponent's foot, causing them to fall. The heavier the Opponent's weight, the higher the damage dealt.
Ting-Lu's weight is very large, so if this Move is successful, its Power can completely rival Earthquake.
Bai Feng certainly wouldn't let Ting-Lu take the hit obediently, so he said, "Ting-Lu, Stomp!"
Upon hearing this, Ting-Lu's upper Body straightened directly, lifting its foot high and stomping down fiercely towards Cinderace. The feet of the two Pokémon collided.
Bang!
The sound of the collision came, and the two Pokémon retreated after one Attack. Cinderace quickly jumped back, while Ting-Lu slid backward uncontrollably for a distance, dragging two deep Furrows in the Ground.
Seeing this, Bai Feng immediately followed up, "Ting-Lu, Body Press!"
"Woo!!"
Ting-Lu roared, its heavy Body suddenly accelerating, slamming fiercely towards Cinderace. Airwaves were even generated around its Body.
"Flare Blitz, use Agility to dodge."
Leon's voice sounded, and Cinderace agilely disappeared from its Original spot. Ting-Lu missed. Because of its immense weight, the inertia generated by the impact was naturally large, so it continued to slide for a good distance after stopping.
Seeing this, Leon quickly said, "Cinderace, Low Kick again!"
Cinderace leaped up, jumping high into Mid-air, and kicked fiercely towards Ting-Lu.
Ting-Lu had not yet stabilized its Body, and its movements were too clumsy, so it was hit squarely and fell heavily to the Ground. When it fell, its Body smashed into the Ground, and The Earth trembled.
After hitting Ting-Lu, Cinderace landed lightly, and immediately prepared to use Agility to quickly move away from Ting-Lu. Its advantage compared to Ting-Lu was its high mobility, and guerrilla warfare with hit-and-run tactics was the correct approach. If it lingered too long and engaged Ting-Lu in close combat, it would be very dangerous.
However, the moment Cinderace planned to jump away, Bai Feng's voice softly sounded, "Ting-Lu, Sand Tomb!"
Cinderace immediately found that it couldn't move. It looked down and saw that the Ground beneath its feet had turned into quicksand at some point. The quicksand flowed and spun like a whirlpool, creating a huge suction force that firmly held its feet.
Ting-Lu endured the intense pain and slowly stood up from the Ground, its eyes seeming to say, "Finally, I've caught you!"
Cinderace was a little flustered.
Ting-Lu didn't immediately Attack Cinderace, but instead used Scary Face under Bai Feng's Command to intimidate it.
Its feet couldn't move, but that didn't mean it couldn't defend or counterattack! But intimidated by Scary Face, Cinderace froze in place.
"Ting-Lu, Fissure!"
As Bai Feng's voice fell, Ting-Lu raised its two front hooves and stomped heavily on the Ground. A Crack appeared and rapidly spread towards Cinderace.
Fissure is a Ground-type One-Hit KO Move. Its drawback is that it's difficult to control, making it hard to hit the Opponent, so its practicality isn't very high.
But at this moment, Cinderace was trapped in Sand Tomb and so close to Ting-Lu. If it still couldn't hit, then Ting-Lu would be too incompetent.
As expected, with a scream, Cinderace softly fell into the quicksand.
The Referee stepped forward for an Inspection and announced, "Cinderace is fainted, Ting-Lu wins! Competitor Leon, please release your next Pokémon!"
Leon took a deep breath, then solemnly took out a Poké Ball to Recall Cinderace, and immediately released his second Pokémon, Rillaboom.
Rillaboom, the Drummer Pokémon, is a pure Grass Type. Like Cinderace, it is one of the Starter Pokémon of the Galar Region, the Evolutionary Form of Thwackey, and the Final Evolution Stage of Grookey. It can control the Power of wooden stakes by drumming to Attack Opponents.
Bai Feng had this Pokémon himself, so he was very familiar with Rillaboom.
As soon as Leon's Rillaboom appeared, it placed a wooden drum in front of itself.
Leon: "Rillaboom, Drum Beating!"
Rillaboom swung the wooden stick in its hand, hitting the wooden drum heavily. With the sound of "thump thump thump", wooden spikes grew from the drum and pierced towards Ting-Lu.
Seeing this, Bai Feng said to Ting-Lu, "Ting-Lu, Zen Headbutt!"
Purple Radiance suddenly lit up on Ting-Lu's forehead. The next second, it pushed off with its four hooves and charged forward, slamming into Rillaboom.
Crackling~~
The wooden spikes controlled by Rillaboom were broken one after another by Ting-Lu's collision. Of course, some also pierced into Ting-Lu's Body.
As Ting-Lu was about to hit Rillaboom, Rillaboom raised the wooden drum on its Body to defend itself.
Thump!
Ting-Lu collided with the wooden drum, making a muffled sound. Rillaboom slid backward uncontrollably. Seeing this, Leon quickly said, "Rillaboom, Wood Hammer!"
"Roar!!!"
Rillaboom roared, its feet suddenly exerting Power. After stabilizing its Body, the wooden stick in its hand, boosted by Grass-type energy, suddenly turned into a giant green wooden hammer, which Rillaboom raised high and then slammed heavily onto Ting-Lu's head.
Ting-Lu was already injured in the previous Battle. How could it withstand a full-Power ultimate Grass-type move that had Type Advantage against it? It immediately felt dizzy and staggered, about to fall.
At this moment, Bai Feng said, "Ting-Lu, Parting Shot!"
Ting-Lu's entire Body trembled, and streams of colorful Radiance suddenly emerged from the Bronze Cauldron on its head. The Radiance splashed onto Rillaboom like a Gift, and Rillaboom's previously spirited Aura suddenly paused.
It was indeed a Gift, but not a good one!
Parting Shot: While the user faints, it greatly lowers the Opponent's Attack and Special Attack.
After a brief Inspection by the Referee, he loudly announced, "Ting-Lu is fainted, Rillaboom wins! Competitor Bai Feng, please release your next Pokémon!"
Upon hearing this, Bai Feng decisively Recalled Ting-Lu and released his second Pokémon, also one of the Treasures of Ruin, Chien-Pao!
Chien-Pao's Ability is Beads of Ruin. As soon as it appeared, Rillaboom's Special Defense began to decrease.
Beads of Ruin: When the Pokémon with this Ability is on the field, the Special Defense of all other Pokémon is lowered.
Chien-Pao was wrapped in Flames, swimming happily in the Air. The surrounding temperature continuously rose due to its appearance. The Referee in the Air kept wiping sweat with a handkerchief.
Facing Chien-Pao, the Grass Type Rillaboom felt immense pressure!
Bai Feng: "Will-O'-Wisp!"
Leon: "High Horsepower!"
Bai Feng and Leon gave Commands to their Pokémon simultaneously.
Lotus-like blooming eerie blue Flames appeared around Chien-Pao's Body. Chien-Pao controlled the Flames, shooting them towards the opposing Rillaboom like raindrops.
At the same time, Rillaboom stomped fiercely on the Ground, and a yellowish-brown Aura rippled out, sweeping towards Chien-Pao.
After using Will-O'-Wisp, Chien-Pao lightly flicked its Tail and disappeared from its Original spot, successfully dodging Rillaboom's High Horsepower.
But Rillaboom wasn't so lucky. Its movements weren't as agile as Chien-Pao's, and Chien-Pao launched many of the Will-O'-Wisp flames, so it was hit by several in succession.
The stinging pain from the Burn made it groan.
Seeing this, Bai Feng pressed his advantage, "Chien-Pao, Flamethrower!"
Chien-Pao, which had floated to High Altitude, saw the Flames around its Body surge. It controlled a crimson column of fire to descend from the Sky and strike Rillaboom.
Leon quickly shouted, "Rillaboom, Boomburst!"
Upon hearing this, Rillaboom raised its wooden drum and drummed "thump thump thump". Sound waves rippled out, actually dispersing the column of fire Chien-Pao was spitting out, scattering red sparks everywhere.
After dispersing the column of fire, Rillaboom surprisingly dropped the wooden drum in its hand and suddenly leaped up high, swinging its fist to punch Chien-Pao.
It was the Fighting-type move, Drain Punch!
However, Chien-Pao was too fast. With another light flick of its Tail, it easily dodged Rillaboom's Attack and took the Opportunity to spit out a Flamethrower that engulfed it.
Rillaboom fell to the Ground, scorched black all over, and at the same time, a green Radiance lit up on its Body.
That was its Ability, Overgrow, activating.
Overgrow: When HP is below one-third, the Power of Grass-type moves is greatly increased.
But this Ability seemed useless at this moment, because Grass-type moves have a very limited Effect on Fire Type Chien-Pao. Rillaboom would be better off using Fighting-type and Ground-type moves!
Seemingly realizing Rillaboom's inevitable defeat, Leon decided to change tactics.
"Rillaboom, Sunny Day!"
As his voice fell, Rillaboom hit a red light ball towards the Sky. The next second, the Sun in the Sky became scorching hot.
"Chien-Pao, Flamethrower!" Bai Feng commanded Chien-Pao to Attack.
Besides benefiting Grass-type Pokémon, Sunny Day also boosts Fire-type moves.
Under Leon's Command, Rillaboom intentionally avoided Battle, constantly dodging, while Leon also commanded it, "Rillaboom, Growth!"
Rillaboom's Body emitted a faint green Radiance under the Sunlight, and then its Size began to rapidly increase.
Growth: Makes the Body grow larger, thereby increasing Attack and Special Attack. If used under Sunny Day or harsh sunlight, the boosting Effect is doubled.
Seeing Leon command Rillaboom to use Growth to strengthen itself, Bai Feng thought he was simply trying to recover Rillaboom's stats, which had been continuously lowered by Parting Shot and Burn.
However, when Rillaboom had strengthened four times, not only recovering the lowered Special Attack and Physical Attack but also maximizing them, Leon spoke, "Rillaboom, use Baton Pass!"
Hearing this, Bai Feng was stunned.
Rillaboom... can use Baton Pass? Can it learn Baton Pass? Is this Rillaboom of yours legal?
Rillaboom suddenly turned into a Green light and disappeared from the Field. Immediately after, a blue Light Beam fell onto the Field, transforming into the appearance of Inteleon.
Looking at Bai Feng's astonished expression, Leon smiled and said, "My Rillaboom learned Baton Pass due to some Special Reason."
Alright then! Bai Feng recovered. His Pokémon could even learn Legendary Pokémon's Signature Moves, so it didn't seem particularly strange for Leon's Rillaboom to learn Baton Pass due to a special encounter.
Bai Feng's Gaze fell on Inteleon. He saw that its Aura was astonishing, clearly having inherited all of Rillaboom's stat boosts. At this moment, its Physical Attack and Special Attack were both maximized.
Inteleon, the Secret Agent Pokémon, is a pure Water-type. It is the Water Type Starter Pokémon of the Galar Region, the Evolutionary Form of Drizzile, and the Final Evolution Stage of Sobble. Its sniping skills are superb, able to shoot Water Gun from its fingertips at a Speed of up to Mach 3. It also hides some unknown Special Abilities, such as being able to glide using the wing membranes on its back.
Bai Feng: "Chien-Pao, Dark Pulse!"
Bai Feng commanded Chien-Pao to Attack. Inteleon lightly tapped its toes and easily dodged Chien-Pao's Attack, leaving only a Deep Pit on the Ground where the Dark Pulse had hit.
"Inteleon, Rain Dance!"
As Leon's voice fell, the originally clear Sky suddenly became covered with Dark Clouds, followed by the sound of rain falling.
The Fire Type Chien-Pao felt very uncomfortable under the influence of the Rainwater. Its Body emitted high temperatures, rapidly evaporating the Rainwater. Before long, a thin Water Mist filled the Field.
Leon: "Inteleon, Snipe Shot!"
Bai Feng: "Chien-Pao, Dark Pulse!"
Leon and Bai Feng spoke simultaneously.
Inteleon extended its finger, and a thin stream of Water shot out, piercing towards Chien-Pao.
Chien-Pao spat out a black energy ring from its mouth, which collided with the incoming stream of Water.
Originally, Chien-Pao's Special Attack was stronger than Inteleon's, but Inteleon had inherited Rillaboom's stat boosts and received the boost from the Rain, so the stream of Water instantly broke through the Dark Pulse.
After dispersing the Dark Pulse, the stream of Water continued to shoot towards Chien-Pao at extremely high Speed. Chien-Pao had no time to dodge, cried out in pain as it was hit, and tumbled several times in the Air.
"Chien-Pao, Ruination!" Bai Feng decided immediately.
Black waves spread out from Chien-Pao's center, even annihilating the Rainwater falling from the Sky in an instant. Inteleon wanted to dodge, but there was nowhere to hide, and it was ultimately hit.
Inteleon cried out in pain and knelt on one knee. Chien-Pao's next Attack immediately followed, a black energy ring shooting straight towards it.
It was Dark Pulse.
Inteleon didn't hesitate at all. Its Body flashed and disappeared from its Original spot. Chien-Pao's Dark Pulse once again created a large pit in the Ground.
After Inteleon disappeared, one identical Inteleon after another suddenly appeared on the Field. They ran rapidly around Chien-Pao, interfering with Chien-Pao's judgment.
Those Inteleon were formed by Double Team.
Seeing this, Bai Feng shouted, "Chien-Pao, Snarl!"
Chien-Pao immediately rapidly swung its Tail, emitting a huge Sound. Rolling Airwaves spread out, instantly shattering the running Inteleon one by one.
Snarl also has an additional Effect, which is to lower the Opponent's Special Attack.
Affected by Snarl, Inteleon was forced to stop running and launched Snipe Shot again.
Chien-Pao was not to be outdone, using Dark Pulse to counterattack. As expected, it lost the Beam clash again.
Bai Feng thought for a moment and said, "Chien-Pao, use Nasty Plot!"
A special Radiance flickered in Chien-Pao's eyes, and its Aura began to rise.
"Inteleon, stop it!" Leon shouted.
Upon hearing this, Inteleon quickly extended its finger and continuously fired Water Gun to snipe Chien-Pao.
Chien-Pao dodged while continuously strengthening itself with Nasty Plot.
However, just as Chien-Pao's Special Attack was maximized, Leon said, "Inteleon, Psych Up!"
A flash of Radiance appeared on Inteleon's Body, and its stat boosts became the same as Chien-Pao's.
Previously, Inteleon's Special Attack had been lowered by one stage due to Chien-Pao's Snarl. Now, with the help of Psych Up, it had returned to its peak.
Of course, because Psych Up copies the Opponent's stat boosts, its original top-tier Physical Attack boosts returned to their starting point, but Inteleon rarely uses Physical Attack moves, so Leon simply ignored this point.
Next, the two Pokémon began to clash Beams.
After some time, Chien-Pao fell to the Ground under Inteleon's Hydro Cannon.
Inteleon's Speed was too fast, and it could see the Opponent's movements through the special membrane covering its eyes and Sense surrounding factors like temperature and air pressure to avoid Danger. Therefore, many of Chien-Pao's Attacks were dodged.
Although Chien-Pao had outstanding Special Defense, Inteleon also had Type Advantage against Chien-Pao!
However, the moment Chien-Pao fell, Bai Feng commanded, "Chien-Pao, Parting Shot!"
Countless streams of Radiance burst from Chien-Pao's Body. When they splashed onto Inteleon, Inteleon's Special Attack and Physical Attack were lowered again.
Leon: Parting Shot again?
Bai Feng: Yes, how about it? Do you like this Gift?
Leon: ...
The Referee announced, "Chien-Pao is fainted, please Competitor Bai Feng release your next Pokémon."
After Recalling Chien-Pao, Bai Feng released his last Treasure of Ruin Pokémon, Wo-Chien!
Previously, Inteleon had Type Advantage against Chien-Pao, and now it was Wo-Chien's turn to Counter it.
"Inteleon, Ice Beam!"
Facing the Grass Type Wo-Chien, Inteleon's Water-type moves were no longer effective. Leon could only have it use non-STAB Ice Type moves.
"Wo-Chien, Magical Leaf!"
As Bai Feng's voice fell, countless withered leaves floated up from Wo-Chien's Body, turning into a storm that swept towards the Opponent.
The withered leaves collided with the blue-white Light Beam. Large chunks of Ice freezing the withered leaves fell from the Air. Bai Feng took the Opportunity, "Wo-Chien, Leech Seed!"
Using the Cover of the withered leaves, a tiny Seed silently landed on Inteleon's Body and quickly took root and sprouted.
"Gah!!!"
As Leech Seed took Effect, Inteleon let out a painful wail. The Ice Beam it was preparing to fire was interrupted, and it was hit by Magical Leaf again, then thrown heavily.
However, Inteleon's reaction Speed was very fast. After falling, it rolled twice, quickly got up, leaped up, and rapidly moved away from Wo-Chien.
Bai Feng took the Opportunity to say to Wo-Chien, "Wo-Chien, Grassy Terrain!"
As Bai Feng's voice fell, green Grass-type energy spread out from Wo-Chien's center, and lush green Grass took root and sprouted.
Wo-Chien has extremely excellent Defenses and recovery provided by Grassy Terrain and Leech Seed. It would not be easy for Inteleon to defeat it.
Leon: "Inteleon, Blizzard!"
Due to the effect of Leech Seed, Inteleon had to end the Battle quickly, otherwise it would be literally drained of HP by Leech Seed.
As Leon's voice fell, a violent Blizzard descended from the Sky, sweeping towards Wo-Chien. Wo-Chien shivered from the cold, and a thick layer of frost covered the withered leaves on its Body.
At this moment, Leech Seed and Grassy Terrain began to restore its HP, while Inteleon, whose HP was being drained by Leech Seed, let out another painful wail.
Then Bai Feng said to Wo-Chien again, "Wo-Chien, Giga Drain!"
Green threads extended from Wo-Chien's Body, connecting to Inteleon's Body in the blink of an eye. Inteleon's HP was drained again, and it wailed again, panting and kneeling on the Ground.
"Inteleon, Rest!"
Seeing that Inteleon's HP was almost depleted, Leon had no choice but to have Inteleon use a recovery Move. Rest was the only recovery Move it knew.
Seeing this, Bai Feng quickly had Wo-Chien continue its Attack.
"Wo-Chien, Giga Drain!"
Green threads once again floated from Wo-Chien's Body and spread towards Inteleon.
Leon: "Inteleon, Sleep Talk!"
The sleeping Inteleon suddenly raised its Tail, and an arc-shaped Energy wave was shot out, sweeping away Wo-Chien's green threads.
The Move Inteleon just used was the Flying type move, Air Cutter.
Sleep Talk: When the user is asleep, or has the Comatose Ability, it will immediately use one of the Moves it knows.
Bai Feng said to Wo-Chien again, "Wo-Chien, use Giga Drain!" The Move used by Sleep Talk is random. He didn't believe Inteleon would be so lucky as to always use Attack moves.
Facts proved Bai Feng was right. Inteleon was a bit unlucky. The Move it used the second time with Sleep Talk was Growl.
Inteleon closed its eyes, raised its head, and let out a cute Sound.
Growl: Makes the Opponent hear a cute Sound, distracting their attention and causing them to be careless, thereby lowering the Opponent's Attack.
What was the use of lowering Wo-Chien's Attack? Wo-Chien hadn't used a single Physical Attack move so far.
Wo-Chien's Giga Drain hit Inteleon again. Inteleon woke up with a wail, and just then Leech Seed took Effect again, taking away its last bit of HP.
Just woke up and then fainted, how miserable!
After checking the situation, the Referee announced, "Inteleon is fainted, Wo-Chien wins! Competitor Leon, please release your next Pokémon!"
After Recalling Inteleon, Leon pondered for a moment before releasing his fourth Pokémon, Mr. Rime.
Mr. Rime, the Comedian Pokémon, is Ice Type and Psychic Type. It is the Evolutionary Form of Mr. Mime in the Galar Region. They love dancing and performing, are active on Television and the Internet, and are very popular with Audience Member.
As soon as Mr. Rime appeared, it started dancing towards Wo-Chien. The tapping sound of its feet was incessant, and then Wo-Chien fell into confusion.
The dancing Mr. Rime had just used Teeter Dance.
After falling into confusion, Wo-Chien began to attack itself in a daze. Brown tree roots broke out of the Ground and were controlled by Wo-Chien to continuously whip itself.
That was the Grass-type Physical Attack ultimate move, Power Whip.
Fortunately, Wo-Chien's own Physical Attack wasn't strong, and it had been weakened by Inteleon's Growl before, otherwise it would have whipped itself to "death".
Seizing the rare Opportunity, Leon commanded Mr. Rime, "Mr. Rime, Ice Beam!" A blue-white Light Beam shot out from the Cane in Mr. Rime's hand.
Seeing this, Bai Feng quickly shouted, "Wo-Chien!"
Upon hearing this, Wo-Chien's whole Body jolted, recovering from the confusion for a moment. It controlled the tree roots formed by Power Whip to block in front of itself, defending against Mr. Rime's Ice Beam.
However, Wo-Chien's clarity lasted only for a moment. Immediately after, it started attacking itself like crazy again.
Seeing this, Leon said to Mr. Rime again, "Mr. Rime, Avalanche!"
Mr. Rime responded, pointing the Cane in its hand towards the Sky. Dark Clouds appeared in the Sky, and countless Ice fell from the Dark Clouds.
Bai Feng quickly commanded Wo-Chien, "Wo-Chien, Dark Pulse!"
His original intention was to have Wo-Chien clash Beams with Avalanche using Dark Pulse. However, Wo-Chien obediently used Dark Pulse, but it fired randomly in all directions. Not only did it fail to hit Avalanche, but it also startled the Audience Member. Fortunately, there was a Barrier around the Battlefield, so there was no Danger.
Ice blocks smashed onto Wo-Chien one after another. Wo-Chien finally tilted its head and fell to the Ground. Even Grassy Terrain couldn't save it.
Seeing this, the Referee announced, "Wo-Chien is fainted, Mr. Rime wins! Competitor Bai Feng, please release your next Pokémon."
After Recalling Wo-Chien, Bai Feng thought for a moment and took out a Poké Ball.
As Radiance flashed, a gigantic purple Pokémon appeared in the Air above the Field. Seeing this Pokémon, the Audience outside the Field burst into an uproar!
What kind of Pokémon is this???
Seeing that the Pokémon Bai Feng released was actually Eternatus, Leon gave a wry smile and said, "You... you're too exaggerated. Is this necessary?"
Bai Feng asked, "Is there a problem?"
Leon: "No... no! Whatever makes you happy."
The Battle Commentator was stunned for a moment after seeing Eternatus, then stammered, "Oh my goodness, everyone, what am I seeing? Am I seeing things? How come I'm seeing Eternatus?"
Some Information about Eternatus had actually been made Public by the Galar League long ago, but not many people knew about it.
Calming down, the Commentator began to introduce Eternatus, "Many Audience Member may not know much about this mysterious Pokémon, Eternatus, but if I mention Dynamax and Gigantamax, you should be quite familiar with them. And the source of these two amazing phenomena is the Eternatus you see before you!"
As the Commentator introduced it, the Audience Member's faces grew more and more surprised.
"Could the Eternatus in Mister Bai Feng's hand be the one from our Galar?" the Commentator theorized, "It is precisely because our Galar possesses Eternatus that we can use Dynamax and Gigantamax in Battles!" Saying this, the Commentator's face showed pride.
However, after a while, the Commentator excitedly said, "Audience Member, no! No! It turns out that Mister Bai Feng's Eternatus is not the one from Galar, but another one! It's truly amazing that a second Eternatus exists in this World!"
While the Commentator was introducing Eternatus, Eternatus and Mr. Rime had already begun to engage in Battle.
In terms of Type, the Ice Type Mr. Rime actually had Type Advantage against the Dragon Type Eternatus. However, facing Eternatus, Mr. Rime had no ability to resist whatsoever.
"Mr. Rime, Blizzard!"
"Eternatus, Flamethrower!"
The howling Blizzard, controlled by Mr. Rime, blew towards Eternatus. However, Eternatus opened its mouth and spewed out surging Flames, instantly annihilating the Blizzard and engulfing Mr. Rime at the same time.
When the Flames dissipated, Mr. Rime was lying on the Ground, scorched black all over.
The Referee was stunned for a moment, then quickly announced the result loudly, "Mr... Mr. Rime is fa... fainted, Eternatus wins! Competitor Leon, please release your next Pokémon!"
Seeing Eternatus Display Great Power, the Audience Member supporting Bai Feng couldn't help but scream and cheer. In contrast, Leon's Fans were somewhat silent.
At this moment, everyone knew that Leon would face an unprecedented Crisis in this Competition.
That man named Bai Feng was like an insurmountable Mountain, lying before Leon.
After Recalling Mr. Rime, Leon released his fifth Pokémon, Dragapult.
Dragapult, the Stealth Pokémon, is a dual Dragon Type and Ghost type. It is the Evolutionary Form of Drakloak and the Final Evolution Stage of Dreepy. Dragapult can make its entire Body transparent by refining its will, making even the Dreepy in its horns difficult to see. It is a very rare Pokémon.
As soon as Dragapult appeared, it used the Move Dragon Darts, launching the two Dreepy from its horns, shooting towards the giant Eternatus in the Air.
However, Eternatus raised its Tail and used Dragon Tail to forcefully whip the two Dreepy. The two Dreepy immediately flew backward with wails. After frantically flying back into Dragapult's horns, they huddled together, trembling, and dared not come out again.
Leon said to Dragapult, "Dragapult, Dragon Rush!"
"Jula~~"
Dragapult responded, its entire Body wrapped in blue-purple Dragon-type Energy, and charged towards Eternatus.
"Eternatus, Dragon Pulse!"
As Bai Feng's voice fell, Eternatus opened its mouth and spat out a giant dragon-shaped Energy wave made of Dragon-type Energy. Dragapult was engulfed by the Dragon Pulse before it even got close to Eternatus. It cried out in pain and fell to the Ground.
Leon's Dragapult was indeed Powerful. It took a Dragon Pulse from Eternatus head-on and didn't faint. It wobbled and flew up again.
Leon: "Dragapult, Phantom Force."
Dragapult suddenly disappeared from its Original spot upon hearing this. When it reappeared, it had silently appeared behind Eternatus.
However, Eternatus seemed to have eyes on its back. As soon as Dragapult emerged from the Dimensional Space formed by Phantom Force, it was hit head-on by Eternatus's Poison Tail.
"Jula~~"
It wailed and fell to the Ground.
Bai Feng certainly wouldn't miss this good Opportunity, so he continued to say to Eternatus, "Eternatus, Dragon Pulse!"
"Roar!"
With a roar, a blue-purple dragon-shaped Energy descended from the Sky, instantly engulfing Dragapult. When the smoke and dust cleared, Dragapult was lying in the Deep Pit, having lost Consciousness.
The Referee stammered, "Drag... Dragapult is fa... fainted, Eternatus wins! Competitor Leon, please release your next Pokémon."
Leon took a deep breath, then exhaled slowly. After Recalling Dragapult, he took out the Poké Ball of his last Pokémon and said to it, "Buddy, we have a tough Battle ahead. Give it your all!"
The Poké Ball in his hand shook slightly.
"Come out, Charizard!" Leon threw the Poké Ball forcefully. With a flash of Radiance, a muscular Charizard appeared in the Sky, flapping its Wings.
This was Leon's Ace!
Leon didn't waste any time. He immediately Recalled Charizard into its Poké Ball, used his Dynamax Band, and had it Gigantamax.
"Roar!!!"
A giant Charizard appeared on the Field, roaring angrily at Eternatus.
Seeing this, Bai Feng said, "In that case, Eternatus, release your Power too!"
"Roar!!!"
Eternatus roared. The purplish-red Core in its chest burst with dazzling Radiance. The next second, countless purplish-red Dynamax Energy surged up from The Earth and was absorbed into Eternatus's Body.
In the Energy Plant Underground the Wyndon Stadium, the containers storing Dynamax Energy were rapidly depleting, and the entire Factory began to sound a piercing Alarm.
The personnel guarding the containers shouted loudly, "Report, Dynamax Energy is rapidly depleting! Should we activate the backup containers!"
The higher-ups gave an immediate reply, "Activate them, quickly, quickly, quickly!"
Finally, Eternatus completed its Eternamax Form. Its appearance underwent a huge change. The red parts of its Body became more prominent, its Body became thicker and longer, and the original spine-like appendages also became much larger. The ribcage-like part of its chest disappeared, but the Core detached from its Body and floated in the Air, surrounded by its original four Claws. The other parts of its Body formed a giant vortex around the Core, and five heads extended from the front of its Body, reaching downwards like Claws.
After Eternatus Eternamaxed, a terrifying Aura spread out.
"Max Flare!"
Leon was the first to have Charizard Attack!
"Roar!"
Charizard roared towards the Sky, spewing out Flamethrower from its mouth. A giant Fireball appeared out of nowhere and rapidly slammed towards Eternatus.
Because of Charizard's Max Flare, the scorching Sun in the Sky became even more dazzling and hot.
Bai Feng didn't hesitate either, commanding Eternatus, "Eternatus, G-Max Depletion!"
The five heads extending from Eternatus emitted dazzling Radiance. A giant blue-purple Dragon made of Dragon-type Energy was spewed from the center where the heads converged. The giant Dragon roared, instantly destroying Charizard's Max Flare.
After destroying Max Flare, G-Max Depletion continued to roar and crashed into Charizard. Charizard wailed and fell heavily to the Ground, kicking up countless smoke and dust.
Seeing this, Bai Feng said again, "Eternatus, Dynamax Cannon!"
Unlike normal Dynamax and Gigantamax, after Eternatus Eternamaxed, it could not only use Max Moves but also still use normal Moves. Dynamax Cannon is its Signature Move, and its Special Effect is that if the target is in a Dynamax State, the Move's Power is doubled.
It can be said that Eternamax Eternatus is the Counter to all Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon.
As Bai Feng's voice fell, purplish-red Radiance lit up from Eternatus's Core. The next second, an incredibly thick purplish-red Light Beam shot out, engulfing the massive Charizard.
However, when the Radiance dissipated, Charizard was unharmed because it had used Max Guard.
Max Guard: The user enters a Protect State, protecting itself from most Moves from other Pokémon.
Seeing this, Bai Feng didn't hesitate to say again, "Eternatus, Dynamax Cannon again!"
The thick purplish-red Light Beam appeared again. Charizard was powerless to stop it and could only continue to use Max Guard for Defense.
"Eternatus, Dynamax Cannon!" Bai Feng said for the third time.
Max Guard cannot be used infinitely; there is always a time when it fails.
Boom!
Dynamax Cannon hit Charizard for the third time. This time, Charizard's Max Guard was unsuccessful. Like Max Guard, Protect, King's Shield, Spiky Shield, and other Moves, the more times they are used, the lower the probability of success.
With a wail, Charizard crashed to the Ground, then reverted from its Gigantamax Form, clearly having lost its combat capability.
At this moment, the Audience outside the Field suddenly became very quiet. The Referee was stunned for a moment, then stammered, "Cha... Charizard is lo... lost... combat capability, Eternatus wins! Given that Competitor Leon has lost all his Pokémon, the winner of this Battle is... Competitor Bai Feng!"
After he finished announcing, the Audience outside the Field remained quiet for another ten seconds before erupting in thunderous cheers like a Tsunami.
The outcome was decided, the winner was Bai Feng!
"Bai Feng! Bai Feng! Bai Feng!"
"Bai Feng! Bai Feng! Bai Feng!"
"Bai Feng! Bai Feng! Bai Feng!"
...
Outside the Field, the Audience Member uniformly chanted Bai Feng's name.
The Strongest Champion is born!
(End of Chapter)
Chapter 447: The End
Bai Feng and Leon slowly walked to the center of the Field, waving to the Audience Member as they went. The Audience Member's cheers grew even more enthusiastic.
"Uncle!" Ash Ketchum waved frantically at Bai Feng from the Stands.
"Pika! Pika!"
Pikachu, wearing a cheerleader outfit and holding two pom-poms, waved them joyfully.
"Mister Bai Feng is just so cool!" May and Misty exclaimed in unison, holding hands.
On the Field, Bai Feng and Leon clasped hands.
Leon: "I accept my defeat wholeheartedly!"
Bai Feng: "Thank you, it was a pleasure battling you!"
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Fireworks soared into the Sky, celebrating the birth of the Strongest Champion and signaling the conclusion of this World Pokémon Tournament.
After the Competition ended, Bai Feng accepted a private interview with the media. This was something he couldn't refuse.
Not just on the day the Competition ended, but for several days afterward, Bai Feng remained in Hammerlocke City, participating in various media interviews, talks, and filming promotional videos and posters.
These were tasks required by the Pokémon League that he couldn't decline.
It was a week later when he finally returned Home to Biyi City.
As soon as he arrived Home, all his Pokémon swarmed around him.
Talonflame Captain descended from the Sky, embracing Bai Feng with its large wing and rubbing its fluffy neck against his head.
Bai Feng knew this was Talonflame Captain congratulating him.
Next, twelve Florges, pulled by Eldegoss, descended from the Sky, placing flower wreaths on Bai Feng's head and neck.
Then Vaporeon, Machamp, Liepard, Pheromosa, Clefable, Baodao Panda, and all the Employee from the Mountain surrounded Bai Feng, lifting him up. The Mountain was filled with a joyful, enthusiastic atmosphere.
"Alright, alright! Put me down!" Bai Feng felt dizzy from being tossed around.
After his feet touched the Ground, he felt someone tugging at his pant leg. He looked down to see Slowpoke climbing up his trousers.
Bai Feng picked it up and stroked its head, asking, "What's wrong? You look a little unhappy!"
"Yaa~~ Don~~~"
Slowpoke forcefully patted Bai Feng's arm with its hand, looking very angry.
"Oh, it's because I didn't let you compete!" Bai Feng said helplessly. "Everyone wants to compete, but there weren't enough spots. Next time, I'll definitely let you compete! But you have to train hard, don't lose to others and embarrass yourself!"
Bai Feng didn't mention the real reason he didn't let Slowpoke compete was because it was too weak.
Slowpoke patted its chest confidently, promising it would definitely win.
"Alright, let's go Home!"
Bai Feng then returned Home, surrounded by a crowd of Pokémon.
Walking into the Yard, Bai Feng immediately saw Da Meng, Er Meng, Deoxys, Audino, Lopunny, Hatterene, and Bai Ye waiting there.
Bai Ye stood at the front, watching Bai Feng with a smiling face.
Bai Feng gazed steadily at his Mother, saying with a big smile, "Mother, I'm Home!"
"Sha-na~~" Welcome Home!
Saying this, it opened its arms.
Bai Feng and his Mother shared a brief hug, then chatted and laughed with everyone as they entered the House.
For the next few days, Bai Feng was like a person without bones, spending his days lying around Home, being waited on hand and foot. Life couldn't have been more comfortable.
One day, Bai Ye came to remind him, "About that Alto Mare incident, didn't you say you wanted to thank Lugia and them? Did you forget?"
"Oh, right!" Bai Feng slapped his head, saying annoyedly, "I almost forgot about that!" He thought for a moment and said, "How about we invite everyone for dinner tomorrow? We can invite Ash Ketchum and Big Brother too?"
Bai Ye happily agreed, "Okay, but if we're inviting them tomorrow, we need to start preparing now!"
"Then let's hurry! Call Lopunny and the others, we're going to the Vegetable Market!" Bai Feng sprang up from the sofa.
Bai Ye: "Let's go!"
And so, Bai Feng, accompanied by a few Pokémon, set off for the Vegetable Market with Machamp driving.
In the car, Bai Feng called everyone.
"Hey, Big Brother, you and Sister-in-law come to my Home for dinner tomorrow, it's my treat!"
"Ash Ketchum, are you free tomorrow? Uncle is treating everyone to dinner, are you coming?"
"Alright, I'll wait for you at Home tomorrow!"
Early the next morning, Bai Feng received a telephone call from his Sister-in-law. Knowing he'd be busy hosting today, she specifically wanted to come early to help him.
So Bai Feng opened a Summoning Circle and brought Red, Delia, Blissey, Mr. Mime, and Alcremie over.
Then he brought Ash Ketchum, Brock, May, and Max over from Hoenn.
Afterward, Delia and Brock, along with their Pokémon, joined Lopunny, Hatterene, and the others in the Kitchen to get busy. Bai Feng and the others helped out, doing tasks like washing vegetables, washing plates, and handing over things.
As noon approached, Fletchinder, Corvisquire, and other Flying-type Pokémon flew into the Home one after another, carrying the baskets Bai Feng and the others had packed and flying towards the Grassland by the Reservoir.
Those baskets were filled with delicious food carefully prepared by Delia and the others.
Once the food was delivered, Machamp led Baodao Panda, Diggersby, and other Pokémon to move long tables, and then Florges, Clefable, and other Pokémon arranged the food one by one.
The weather was sunny and bright today, and the fruit trees nearby were full of colorful flowers. It was a good day for a picnic in the Wilds.
But even if the weather wasn't good, with Volcarona and Sunflora around, a rainy day could turn sunny.
At this time, Pokémon began flying down from the Mountain to the Reservoir side, Eternatus, Treasures of Ruin, Senior Ninetales, and so on, as well as Ash Ketchum's and Red's Pokémon.
They all stared eagerly at the delicious food on the tables, constantly swallowing saliva, but Bai Feng hadn't arrived yet, and Bai Ye was monitoring them sternly from the side, so they didn't dare to sneak a bite.
When all the food was ready, a Dimensional Ring Space appeared in the center of the Grassland. Bai Feng, Delia, Red, Ash Ketchum, and others, along with Lopunny, Hatterene, and others, walked out from inside.
Seeing that the dining table and food were neatly arranged, Bai Feng smiled and said, "Everyone worked hard. Once Lugia and the others arrive, the banquet will officially begin!"
Hearing this, the Pokémon immediately cheered enthusiastically.
Then Bai Feng opened two more Summoning Circles. From one circle, Lugia flew out, and from the other, Moltres, Articuno, and Zapdos flew out one after another.
Seeing them, Bai Feng immediately waved and greeted them, "Everyone, please take your seats, the banquet is about to begin!"
Lugia and the Legendary Birds nodded respectively, then found a spacious spot to land.
Next, Bai Feng activated the Summoning Circle again. This time, from one side came Calyrex riding Spectrier, followed by Glastrier with a cool expression. From the other side came Rayquaza with a grumpy expression.
As soon as Calyrex appeared, it politely and elegantly greeted everyone, then took its seat as arranged by Bai Feng.
Rayquaza loudly questioned Bai Feng, "Why is it taking so long? Are you trying to make me anxious?"
Bai Feng quickly apologized, "Sorry, sorry, it's a bit late, just eat whatever you like today!"
"Roar!!" Only then did Rayquaza snort and descend from the Sky.
Finally, Bai Feng also summoned Latias, but Bai Feng didn't expect another Latias and Latios to come along.
These two were Tobias's Pokémon.
Now, Tobias and his Latias and Latios have been officially appointed by the Pokémon League as the new guardians of Alto Mare.
"Woo~~"
As soon as Latias flew out of the Summoning Circle, she lowered her head and apologized to Bai Feng. She felt a bit abrupt for bringing Tobias's Latias and Latios without Bai Feng's permission.
Bai Feng didn't blame her, smiling and saying, "Since you're here, come join us. Today is a good day, I welcome anyone who comes."
"Woo~~"
Latias immediately flew around Bai Feng happily.
"Go ahead, the banquet is about to start!"
Latias nodded, turned, and flew to Ash Ketchum's side to play with him.
After the two Latias and one Latios took their seats, Bai Feng happily announced, "The banquet officially begins! Everyone, enjoy yourselves!"
"Oh!!"
Everyone and all the Pokémon cheered together, then began to eat heartily. For those with large size like Lugia and Rayquaza, who were inconvenient to move around, their food and drinks were delivered by Clefable, Florges, and others.
Max, holding his Buneary, ran to Rayquaza's side for a moment, then to Calyrex and Spectrier's side, then excitedly returned to May's side and said:
"Sister, they really are Legendary Pokémon! It's my first time seeing so many Legendary Pokémon."
"Yes, yes, yes!!!" May responded perfunctorily to Max, but her hands and mouth didn't stop. She was a little foodie, how could she let so much delicious food go to waste?
Everyone enjoyed the delicious food and chatted, the atmosphere was incredibly lively. At this time, Bai Feng looked at Primarina and said, "Primarina, it's a rare occasion, would you like to perform a song for everyone today?"
"La-lu, la-lu!" Then I shall perform.
Primarina stood semi-upright and elegantly bowed to everyone.
Seeing this, Bai Feng quickly applauded, and others also smiled and cheered, applauding Primarina.
Primarina controlled a giant bubble and floated to the center of the Grassland, then let out a soft hum. Kricketune, Altaria, Chatot, Lapras, the Toxtricity Brothers, and Rillaboom each flew to the center of the Field, supported by a bubble.
Du du du~~~
The enthusiastic sound of guitars and bass rang out, and the Toxtricity Brothers were the first to start the music.
"Hey! Just like that morning Sun that shines on Kalos (Flames strike, moving forward with passion)!
Come! Let's go, always ready, OK (Innovation breaks the mold, ever-changing)!
Synchronize hearts overlapping, because it will turn into a Bond that will never disappear!
We'll get stronger until the very end, as long as it's us!
Woh Woh Woh Yeah!
..."
The cheerful singing lifted everyone's emotions. Ash Ketchum's Pikachu was the first to run to the center of the Grassland, still holding a half-eaten piece of cake. Its tail twitched, its butt wiggled, and it danced with great rhythm.
"Pika~ Pika~" Everyone join in!
"Ya-don~~~"
Bai Feng's Slowpoke wasn't to be outdone. It slowly crawled to Pikachu's side, but its body wasn't as flexible as Pikachu's, so it couldn't dance. Only its tail twitched.
"I'll join too! I'll join too!"
Max, holding his Buneary, ran to Pikachu's side, put Buneary on the Ground, and also wiggled his butt along with Pikachu.
"Buneary, you too!" Max said while wiggling.
"Mi-lu~~" Buneary reluctantly copied Max's wiggling.
"We're coming too!"
Ash Ketchum pulled Brock and May, and rushed to the center of the Grassland with Gallade.
With the addition of Ash Ketchum and the others, Delia, Zarude, Latias, Mr. Mime, Gengar... more and more people and Pokémon joined in. Laughter and cheers rose and fell across the Grassland.
After the song ended, Bai Feng raised his cup and said to everyone, "Let's have a toast!"
So everyone raised their cups (which were actually filled with juice).
"Cheers!"
"Cheers!"
...
The banquet lasted until almost evening before it ended.
After the banquet, Bai Feng used the Summoning Dimensional Ring to send everyone back one by one.
"Woo~~"
Lugia let out a long cry, then plunged into the Dimensional Ring with the Legendary Birds and disappeared. Before leaving, it said to Bai Feng:
"If you ever need help with anything in the future, please call upon us anytime!"
Bai Feng nodded: "Okay, thank you!"
Next was Rayquaza. It let out a long roar and said, "Next time there's something this good, keep inviting me, or I'll get angry!"
"Don't worry, I'll definitely invite you!" Bai Feng promised with a smile.
Hearing this, Rayquaza was satisfied and drilled into the Summoning Circle, disappearing.
"Calyrex, I wish you a smooth journey." Bai Feng said to Calyrex.
Calyrex, riding Spectrier, leaped up, "And I wish you continued success!" Saying that, it disappeared into the Dimensional Ring, with Glastrier following closely behind.
Latias was very reluctant to part with Ash Ketchum. She transformed into Kanon and left a light kiss on Ash Ketchum's cheek, saying, "I will come find you, Ash Ketchum!"
The current guardians of Alto Mare are Tobias and his Latias and Latios. The original Latias has regained her freedom and can go wherever she pleases.
However, Ash Ketchum didn't understand the words Latias left behind. Bai Feng, who did understand, deliberately didn't tell him.
He figured Ash Ketchum would surely be very surprised when he saw Latias in the future!
That night, Red, Delia, Ash Ketchum, and the others stayed overnight at Bai Feng's House and helped Bai Feng clean up the leftovers from the banquet.
night fell, the bright moonlight rose into the Sky, and the entire Fangxing Mountain quieted down.
After a busy day, Bai Feng was a bit tired. He was about to go to bed after taking a shower, but when he lifted the blanket, he saw Primarina lying inside.
"La-lu~~" Bai Feng, come to sleep!
Bai Feng: "What are you doing in my bed?"
Suddenly, he seemed to remember something, so he looked around the Room, "Is there anyone else? Come out!"
With a rustling sound, a Slowpoke crawled out from under the bed, Delphox was hiding inside the cabinet, Dragonair was coiled on top of the cabinet, Meganium peeked its head out from behind the curtain…
Looking at everyone, Bai Feng shook his head helplessly, "You guys!"
"Ma-ho~"
"Woo~"
"Ga-nyu~"
...
The Pokémon smiled sheepishly.
"Alright, it's getting late, let's hurry up and sleep!" Saying this, he got into the quilt.
The Pokémon gathered around the bed, surrounding Bai Feng and closing their eyes.
As the night deepened, moonlight shone into the Room through the Window. At this time, the Room door creaked open, and Bai Ye walked into the Room.
Seeing that everyone was sound asleep, a gentle smile appeared on its face.
Walking to the bedside to tuck Bai Feng in, Bai Ye was about to turn and leave, when Bai Feng suddenly mumbled in his sleep, "Everyone, we'll always be together!"
Bai Ye's footsteps paused. It turned and looked at Bai Feng, softly saying, "Sha-na~" We will always be together.
The End!!!
Officially concluded!
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