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Chapter 104: Twenty-Nine Years Left in Thirty, So No Problem
Chapter 104: Twenty-Nine Years Left in Thirty, So No Problem
Jing He had been pondering something for a while.
In the games, a Pokemon can only carry one item, but does this rule apply in the real Pokemon world?
He hadn't really done much research on this.
If there were no restrictions, he had a bold idea.
Other Pokemon carrying items are visibly "carrying" them, so something like a Gengar wrapped in "Focus Scarves" wouldn't work; it would look like twelve "Focus Scarves" carrying one Gengar.
But Gengar has a pocket dimension. What if it carried eight "Shell Bells" and twelve "Leftovers"? Or at the very least, a belly full of "Pecha Berries" should be possible, right?
However, when he saw the gym staff informing the first challenger about the rules for carrying items, he understood.
In the official Pokemon battles, the rules are quite strict.
The above scenario is explicitly forbidden.
Otherwise, the gap between wealthy trainers and those with less money would be too wide.
Of course, in non-official battles, like wild battles, it's a different story.
For example, a certain Lycanroc wearing twelve stone slabs, challenging Kyurem?
"Please welcome the next challenger, Saena from Viridian City!"
At the same time, the gym leader appeared.
Hmm?
Mizuki?
When Jing He saw that the gym leader was Mizuki, he was clearly taken aback.
Most Pokemon gyms are passed down from father to child or from teacher to student.
There are some exceptions, like Mikel, the gym leader of Mauville City, who became the Champion of Hoenn and then handed the gym over to his master Adam, a rare case of a student passing the gym to their teacher.
So,
Is Mizuki temporarily taking over the gym leader role during the break?
Indeed, the referee's brief introduction referred to Mizuki as the "acting gym leader," confirming this.
This made Jing He hesitate.
After all, it's a teacher challenging a student.
If the teacher loses, it's embarrassing.
If the teacher wins, it's seen as expected, and if the student is strong, it might be suspected that the teacher let them win.
But then he thought about it and relaxed.
He's a Pokemon psychology mentor, not a battle trainer.
Besides, he's here to help Gengar and the others gain battle experience; the outcome isn't as important.
"Rhyperior, Stomp!!"
Boom!!
In the arena, Mizuki's Rhyperior stomped the ground, causing a violent tremor that immediately incapacitated the opponent's Pokemon.
"Leader Mizuki is so strong."
"Apparently, Leader Mizuki could have taken over the gym leader role a long time ago, but she had to finish her studies first."
"Leader Mizuki only caught and trained this Rhyperior recently, and it's already so strong?"
In the audience, there were clearly many supporters of Mizuki.
Jing He recognized that Rhyperior.
Wasn't it the "Stone Overlord" from before?
After being "educated" by Gengar, it was indeed much more obedient now.
Although it still had a look of disdain on its face, it followed Mizuki's commands well, and their teamwork seemed to be quite good.
"I'm starting to understand why Electivire avoids gym battles."
After watching the first match, Jing He couldn't help but murmur to himself.
Mizuki's Rhyperior completed a three-streak with little pressure.
Afterward, Mizuki kindly explained the flaws to the defeated challenger and offered comfort.
"You know Electivire?"
Cynthia, who was leaning on her chin, was a bit surprised.
"I've met him once," Jing He nodded.
He continued, "By the way, when you return to Sinnoh, I might have to ask you for a favor."
With Cynthia's help, the problem with Electivire might be solved.
"Sure."
"Please welcome the next challenger, Jing He, the psychology mentor from Kanaz Pokemon Academy!"
At the referee's signal, Jing He approached the challenger's side of the arena.
However, many in the audience couldn't help but discuss it.
"A teacher from Kanaz Pokemon Academy? Isn't that Leader Mizuki's teacher? But he looks so young... doesn't seem much older than Leader Mizuki."
"Didn't you hear? He's a Pokemon psychology mentor, not a battle trainer. He probably isn't very good at battling."
"Wait, Jing He? Why does that name sound familiar?"
"..."
"Teacher Jing He."
Across the arena, Mizuki bowed slightly to Jing He, her face tense and serious.
She had no idea how strong Teacher Jing He was.
To be honest, Jing He, who had already braced himself, felt a bit uneasy now.
A teacher battling a student... it doesn't sound good.
Moreover, he didn't know much about Mizuki's strength either, but since she was acting as the gym leader, she must have some of the old gym leader's Pokemon to back her up, right?
"Gengar, be careful," Jing He whispered.
"Kya ha~"
Gengar's voice and laughter echoed from the shadows.
Don't worry, I feel incredibly brave now!
The referee briefly explained the rules: the Kanaz Gym is a 3V3 rotational battle, and the match ends when all three Pokemon of one side are unable to battle.
"Please send out your Pokemon!"
"Go, Gengar," Jing He said calmly.
Gengar immediately floated out from his shadow, surrounded by black mist and a sinister grin.
"Kya ha! (▼⊿▼)"
"Rhyperior?"
On the other side, Mizuki looked at her Rhyperior, noticing its unnatural expression and slightly pale face.
It recognized Gastly, the same one that had "educated" it in the past—a time it would rather forget.
But soon, after taking two deep breaths, Rhyhorn's expression grew serious.
It remembered what Jing He had said: as long as it worked well with Fuecoco, they had a chance to defeat Gastly!
Suddenly, its confidence returned!
"Rhyhorn!"
"Very good!"
Fuecoco's face lit up with joy, and she waved her arm. "Go, Rhyhorn!"
Let's show Teacher Jing He how much we've improved!
Rhyhorn, a Rock and Ground-type Pokemon, is the evolved form of Geodude.
"Kya~~" Gastly clearly recognized Rhyhorn as well, smiling and removing its sunglasses.
"Hey! How are you, little stone?"
But Rhyhorn's face remained stern, and it let out a deep call.
"Rhyhorn—"
Thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west; don't look down on a poor stone!
It seemed that the "Gastly trauma" was no longer an issue.
Jing He was quite satisfied with this outcome. After all, this was the first Pokemon he had "cured" in this world. He didn't want to solve one psychological issue only to create another.
However, Rhyhorn's Defense and Special Defense, along with its Speed, were still concerns.
The referee's whistle blew.
"The battle begins!"
"Rhyhorn, Dig!"
The battlefield was instantly filled with flying pebbles as Rhyhorn burrowed underground, leaving behind a trail of jagged rocks.
Jing He was slightly taken aback.
Fuecoco must know that the Ground-type move "Dig" is ineffective against Gastly, which has the "Levitate" ability. So, was this to avoid a direct confrontation?
He quickly gave his command.
"Gastly, use Foul Play, and watch out for the ground."
"Kya~~"
Gastly's eyes glowed with a dark light, its already cunning nature becoming even more deceptive, almost like a "Slaking."
Seeing Gastly remain in place and successfully use Foul Play, Fuecoco's heart tightened. She knew that prolonging the battle would be to her disadvantage.
If Gastly used Foul Play a few more times, even her father's Pokemon would be overpowered!
"Rhyhorn, take this opportunity and use Rollout!"
The ground erupted with a loud crack as Rhyhorn burst out from beneath Gastly, its arms crossed and body spinning rapidly, heading straight for Gastly.
By changing the follow-up to "Dig" into "Rollout," Rhyhorn was aiming to get closer to Gastly.
The Rock-type move "Rollout" has a base power of only 30, but its power increases exponentially with each turn it continues!
This means that the initial power of 30 quickly becomes 60, 120, 240, and eventually a staggering 480!
If "Defense Curl" is used before "Rollout," the move's power doubles, reaching a terrifying 960!
It's practically a game-breaking move.
The only downside is that the move has a slightly lower accuracy, and Rhyhorn cannot use any other moves while performing "Rollout." However, the high speed of "Rollout" compensates for Rhyhorn's lack of Speed.
Jing He remembered how the "Rollout" Metang in Goldenrod City during his playthrough of Pokemon Gold/Silver had given him a tough time.
Not only could it roll, but it could also heal itself, making it a true bug.
Jing He narrowed his eyes.
No matter how strong "Rollout" is, it needs to build up speed to be effective.
At the start, the speed and power of "Rollout" are within Gastly's tolerance.
"Shadow Ball!"
"Kya!"
Gastly's eyes flashed, and a dark, spherical energy formed on its raised claw, smashing into the oncoming Rhyhorn.
Boom!!
A burst of concentrated Ghost-type energy exploded.
"Rhyhorn—"
Rhyhorn landed on the ground in pain, its eyes filled with confusion.
It had never encountered a situation where "Rollout" was interrupted.
And what was the intense pain coursing through its body?
Is there really a chance to win?
Fuecoco was also stunned.
Teacher Jing He's Gastly... seems much stronger than during the "Tower Climb" tournament.
The audience was in an uproar.
"Is this the same 'Rollout' that flattened three Pokemon earlier?"
"Shouldn't you be asking, is this guy a Pokemon psychologist?"
"Is this even fair?"
In a corner of the audience, Cilan sighed.
"Indeed, the progress has been remarkable."
Cynthia smiled.
"When a Trainer and their Pokemon are in sync, the rate of improvement is unimaginable."
She had seen Gastly use "Shadow Ball" on itself to learn.
Learning through "tasting" was something she had never seen before.
But Jing He was not surprised by the events on the field.
Logically speaking.
Given Rhyhorn's Special Defense, Gastly's "Curse" and "Foul Play," it was surprising that Rhyhorn lasted this long.
"Gastly, use Lick."
Gastly quickly appeared beside the fallen Rhyhorn, gently licking it.
"Kya~~"
You still have twenty-nine years and nine months left, little stone. You can do it.
Whether it was from the physical exhaustion or Gastly's words, Rhyhorn's eyes rolled back, and it fainted.
"Rhyhorn is unable to battle!"
The Gym's referee, despite the shock on his face, reported the situation accurately.
"Kya~~ヽ(▼▼；)"
Stay calm, next one up.
(End of Chapter)
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