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Chapter 130: Only the Victors Get to Define 'Justice'
Chapter 130: Only the Victors Get to Define 'Justice'
"Dirty, dirty, dirty! Do all of you who play Ghost-type Pokemon have such dirty hearts?"
"I'll hit you, but you can't hit me, hahaha~~ Guys, did I sound like it?"
"I almost couldn't hold back my forty-meter katana."
"Hey, I'm a student from the Padi Region's Orange/Grape Academy. I feel like this tactic... I can do it!"
"Bro, I suggest you be a decent human being!"
"I suggest that Teacher Jing He comes to our Orange/Grape Academy as a teacher! @Headmaster Clavel."
"Teacher Jing He belongs to Hoenn!"
"..."
Initially, the mentor evaluation at the academy, being just one of the quarterfinal matches, had limited interest, primarily within the Hoenn region.
Even within Hoenn, the interest wasn't particularly high.
However, as the battle continued, the live stream's popularity soared, especially when the "baton pass" strategy was completed, leading to an explosive increase in viewers.
Many people missed the entire process and had to watch the replay.
After watching, everyone fell silent, then went to the bathroom to wash their faces and put some eye drops in, to clear their vision.
If it was dirty, it needed to be washed.
However, there was one thing that everyone agreed on online.
While there were videos of Jing He's tactical plays before, such as the "Substitute Poison" strategy with Skarmory and the "Perish Song" strategy with Lapras, these tactics weren't enough to earn him the title of "Tactical Master," far from it.
But this time, people truly recognized Jing He's tactical prowess.
He was randomly selected to choose 3 out of 12 Pokemon, and his luck was terrible. His opponent drew Pokemon with types that heavily countered his own, leaving Jing He's Pokemon almost completely suppressed.
Olivar, a Grass-type, was weak to Fire, and the Bug/Ice-type Snowbrax was quadruply weak to Fire.
Despite such a significant disadvantage, Jing He's perfect tactics and understanding allowed him to overcome the quadruple disadvantage!
This was not the level of tactical ability that a regular trainer could possess.
This single battle alone earned Jing He the title of "Tactical Master" from many people.
What truly solidified this title was a comment from one of the veteran Four Heavenly Kings of Hoenn, King Genji.
"Is this even possible?"
While trainers who specialize in Dragon-types generally aren't known for their tactics, King Genji's status was high enough.
Following that, the entire Juniper clan stepped forward.
They revealed part of the core and thought process behind the "surrounding tactics" and stated that this was also a tactical idea provided by Jing He as a mentor to their clan.
The internet was once again in an uproar.
Thus, even though the initial interest was high, it wasn't enough to reach such heights. But with these big shots pushing it, it was impossible for it not to be high.
The recognition of Jing He as a "Tactical Master" grew more and more.
Of course, Jing He, who had just finished the battle, was temporarily unaware of this.
If he knew, he would have definitely shouted:
"This is definitely a setup to make me overconfident!"
"Teacher Jing He, so you're actually a master of overcoming type disadvantages."
As soon as he returned to the audience seats, Yasha couldn't help but say.
Karl used Fire-type Pokemon, and Yasha was also skilled with Fire-type Pokemon, so she couldn't help but relate.
Master of overcoming type disadvantages?
You haven't seen a real master of overcoming type disadvantages.
What does it mean to have a disadvantage with all the buffs? The real master of overcoming type disadvantages is someone who can take a hit from a super-effective move, counterattack, and finish the opponent off without any buffs.
The Gastly, still holding the pom-poms, quickly came over.
"Kya~~"
You say, wasn't it because of our cheering?
Gastly had an expression that said, "Hurry up and praise me!"
On the other hand, Glaceon and Beldum were both deep in thought.
"What are you thinking about?"
Jing He squatted down and rubbed Glaceon's head.
"Ooooww!!"
Glaceon suddenly let out a loud cry, as if she had just realized something.
I get it!
She grabbed Jing He and started calling out.
"Ooooww~ Ooooww!"
So, the safest and most secure way to fight is to take out the opponent in one hit!
If you take out the opponent, you don't have to worry about anything, right?
This was what she "realized" from Snowbrax's push strategy, being an Ice-type Pokemon herself.
Jing He: "..."
He thought Glaceon was upset because she didn't get to participate in the battle.
Now it seemed he was overthinking it.
"What about you?"
Jing He looked at Beldum, who was looking down, and asked.
Beldum looked up and scratched the back of his head.
"Chu?"
That moth isn't a bird, right?
You said it was a moth, so how can it be a bird?!
A black line appeared on Jing He's forehead.
Indeed, his Pokemon would never have "normal" issues.
"Teacher, congratulations."
At that moment, Daimu and Dujuan seemed to just snap out of the previous battle and hurriedly congratulated Jing He.
"Thinking about tactics?"
Dujuan opened her notebook, which was filled with notes, and prepared to take more, while Daimu asked:
"Teacher Jing He, if we encounter your 'baton pass' strategy, how should we counter it? Would 'Red Card' work?"
[Red Card: When the Pokemon holding this item is hit by any attack, the attacker is randomly replaced by any Pokemon.]
"No."
Jing He didn't even think before answering.
"Huh?"
"Because Wobbuffet never initiates an attack."
Minimize, Meditate, Baton Pass, and Absorb don't count as attack moves.
"What if it's used during the Snowbrax phase?" Daimu asked again.
Jing He smiled.
"Snowbrax has 'Substitute,' right?"
With "Substitute" protection, "Red Card" can't affect Snowbrax.
Moreover, who would actually carry a "Red Card" for their Pokemon?
Unless you already know your opponent is a "Baton Pass" team.
"So, how do we deal with it?" Dujuan couldn't help but ask.
"Actually, Teacher Karl did the right thing. Quickly and efficiently take out Olivar's current Pokemon and the Wind Ball, the 'Baton Pass' user."
Easier said than done.
A 'Baton Pass' user, being the core of the strategy, isn't that easy to eliminate.
"Or you could use 'Taunt.'"
Jing He stood up.
"But 'Taunt' can also be countered by 'Protect,' so the best way to deal with 'Baton Pass' is a strong offensive approach."
There are actually several methods.
But discussing all the tactical nuances would take forever.
For example:
The "Intimidate" move by the universe's top Tyranitar.
["Intimidate: Lower the opponent's Attack and Special Attack, and switch in a reserve Pokemon"]
Or using a heavy-hitting move to one-shot the Wind Ball when it uses "Minimize."
But like the "Red Card," these are highly specialized strategies that aren't often encountered.
The unlimited move pool in the Pokemon world restricts many tactics but also provides more countermeasures.
He clapped his hands.
"Let's go, I'll treat you to some food."
In the large, dimly lit office, only a lamp on the desk was lit.
The sound of writing filled the air.
"Boss!"
Shincho, holding a laptop, approached quickly.
Suddenly realizing something, she hurriedly removed her apron.
Just as she looked up, she met Giovanni's gaze.
"It was my mistake!"
Shincho stood up straight and said loudly.
Giovanni, with a calm expression, waved his hand and gently closed the pen cap.
To him, Shincho might not be the most excellent secretary, but she was one of the few excuses he had for a brief respite in his busy day.
"What is it?"
Hearing no anger or dissatisfaction in Giovanni's voice, Shincho breathed a sigh of relief.
She hurried forward, handing over the laptop and explained:
"It's about Teacher Jing He."
"Oh?"
Giovanni took the laptop with interest and pressed the play button on the video.
After watching it:
Giovanni stroked the head of his Persian, the ruby ring on his hand glowing faintly.
"Indeed, a good tactic," Giovanni said calmly.
Shincho was taken aback.
For Giovanni to praise someone's tactical ability, it must be exceptional!
No wonder Boss Giovanni valued Teacher Jing He so much.
Giovanni's appreciation for talent was well-known to his secretary.
"Boss, there's also this report," Shincho hurriedly handed over another file.
"Jasmine Clan's Surrounding Team?"
After a quick read:
Shincho bit her lip and cautiously asked, "Boss, could this affect us?"
Giovanni glanced at the report again and smiled.
It would definitely have an impact, and a significant one.
But to be honest, the Rocket Team's overall goals and scope are no longer something the Jasmynes of Kanto and Johto can suppress.
Moreover, it would take more than a day or two to popularize this tactic.
"Justice Spirit" is a hidden ability of Arcanine, which is quite rare.
Putting the report aside, Giovanni crossed his hands under his chin.
Shincho looked worried.
She actually had a high opinion of Jing He.
After a moment's thought, Giovanni smiled again and said:
"Fine, send him a million. Tell him it's for his Nidoqueen and congratulate him on his promotion."
"Boss, I think—what?"
Send a million?
Shincho, who was about to speak up for Jing He, was taken aback.
"Remember what I told you, Shincho."
Giovanni gently polished the ring on his finger and slowly opened his palm.
"Think big."
"Think big," Shincho bowed her head.
Giovanni's lips curled up.
"What the League can offer, I can offer. What the League can't offer, I can. Smart people make their own choices."
"But he's strengthening the League," Shincho murmured.
She felt a bit conflicted.
"He's shown his worth, and that's enough. If the League can use these tactics, why can't we?"
That's true, Shincho nodded, but then raised another question.
"Still, Teacher Jing He doesn't know our identity, right?"
Giovanni slowly stood up.
"Shincho, do you know why the good guys always win?"
The good guys?
The League?
What does Boss Giovanni mean?
He walked to a floor-to-ceiling window.
"Of course, because only the victors deserve to define 'justice'!"
Shincho was shaken.
Her eyes were filled with admiration.
This is Boss Giovanni.
"Is Mewtwo's temper better now?" Giovanni suddenly asked.
Shincho snapped back to reality and replied:
"Yes, Mewtwo's stats have stabilized recently. Miss Nami has played a significant role."
Though it took a beating.
Giovanni smiled faintly.
"Tell it that if it helps me with this, I'll give it a chance to meet 'Jing He.'"
"Yes!"
A "little Shincho" appeared in her mind.
So, when did Teacher Jing He become a means for the Rocket Team to control Mewtwo?
(End of Chapter)
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