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Chapter 556: When I Stand Upon the Ground, I Am Invincible!
Chapter 556: When I Stand Upon the Ground, I Am Invincible!
Tyrogue vs. Coal Turtle?
To the audience, this matchup seemed a bit one-sided.
After all, this wasn't just any Coal Turtle, but Kibana's Coal Turtle.
But to Jinghe and Tyrogue, the situation was different.
Ground-type and Rock-type moves were both super effective against Fire-types.
The advantage was theirs!
So, despite being its first time on the battlefield, Tyrogue showed no fear, appearing excited, even frenzied! The turtle's shell, clearly tempered by fire, was undoubtedly rich in nutrients and perfectly crispy.
"Yoki!"
Tyrogue clenched its tiny fists, exuding a powerful aura.
"Ssss—"
White smoke billowed from the Coal Turtle's nose and the holes in its shell, its eyes fixed on Tyrogue, and the subtle sense of "danger" became increasingly apparent.
Why did Tyrogue feel like it was being treated as "prey"?
"Battle, begin!"
After both sides were ready, the referee signaled the official start of the battle!
"Coal Turtle, Sunbeam!" Kibana boldly initiated the attack.
Although Coal Turtle was a Fire-type Pokemon, it didn't mean it couldn't use moves of other types, especially Ground, Rock, and Water, all of which were super effective against Fire-types. These moves, however, were all weak against Grass-type moves.
With Bright Sun's boost, Sunbeam didn't require time to gather sunlight and could be used as quickly as any other move.
As a Ground and Rock-type Pokemon, Tyrogue was four times weak to Grass-type moves. Even though Sunbeam wasn't a Fire-type move, Coal Turtle's power, combined with Bright Sun, couldn't be underestimated, and it might deal significant damage to Tyrogue.
Kibana showed no sign of underestimating Jinghe's choice of Tyrogue as the first Pokemon, immediately using a powerful move.
Sand, sand, sand—
But as Coal Turtle prepared to absorb sunlight, it suddenly noticed its vision becoming blurry, filled with countless sand particles.
Sand?
In that brief moment of distraction, the sand intensified.
The Coal Turtle realized what was happening.
Its weather was being taken?
By such a tiny Pokemon?
"Yoki!!"
Taste the Sandstorm of the Desert Tyrant Hatchling!
Tyrogue clenched its fists, and a powerful Ground-type energy surged from its feet, swirling with a yellowish-brown current. Sand began to swirl.
Sandstorm!
Kibana was startled at first but quickly understood. Jinghe's Tyrogue was disrupting and interfering with Coal Turtle's move by stealing its weather.
If Coal Turtle abandoned Sunbeam and fought for the weather, it would fall into Jinghe's battle rhythm, letting him lead.
But if Coal Turtle didn't fight for the weather, Sunbeam would need time to gather sunlight, giving Tyrogue more opportunities.
Kibana felt the challenge from the start.
However, after a brief moment of hesitation, Kibana made a decision.
"Abandon Sunbeam, Bright Sun!"
This weather was indispensable.
As a "Weather Child," Kibana was well-versed in various weather conditions. He knew that weather wasn't just about who used weather moves first; it was a battle of strength. The one with greater power, skill, and understanding of weather would control it.
Although Tyrogue was strong, it was no match for Coal Turtle, a Pokemon inherently capable of controlling weather through its abilities.
"Haa—!"
Coal Turtle raised its head and let out a low growl. The flames on its shell, like burning coal, intensified, and its heat resonated with the sun above.
The weather battle had begun!
Tyrogue immediately felt its Sandstorm being affected, its power diminishing.
"Tyrogue." Jinghe's voice resonated with a calm declaration.
"Yo-ki—!!!"
Tyrogue, with its head held high, unleashed a ferocious dragon's roar!
This is my desert!
The battlefield they stood on was clearly a Grass Field, but under Tyrogue's influence, a trickle of sand began to flow from the grass beneath its feet, gradually gathering and increasing in intensity!
Hmm?
Kibana and Coal Turtle, surprised, turned their attention to Tyrogue, the little guy.
His words from before were a bit arrogant!
As a "Weather Child," Kibana and Coal Turtle also had their pride, but to lose the weather battle to a Desert Tyrant Hatchling?
Disagree!
"Hmm—!!!"
Flames erupted from Coal Turtle's body, unleashing its full power!
However, Tyrogue was not one to back down.
Is its Instinct powerful?
Yes.
Your Coal Turtle possesses the "Drought" Ability, and Bright Sun can be considered your Instinct.
But!
As a Desert Tyrant Hatchling, I am born to control the desert, to command Sandstorms. In this moment, my genes, deep within my bones, will not lose to your so-called "Instinct," right?
"Yo-ki!!!"
Hum—
Tyrogue's body trembled slightly, and the yellow-brown energy surrounding it exploded in an instant.
Boom!!!
The unruly Sandstorm, the blinding yellow sand, the golden sand flurry, formed a fortress of splendor.
This is my territory!
Sandstorm, go wild!
"Yo-ki!!!"
Tyrogue's eyes blazed with intensity as it pointed a single finger at the ground, roaring loudly.
When I stand upon this ground, I am invincible!
The endless flow of Ground Energy, guided by Tyrogue, gathered within its body.
The Desert Tyrant Hatchling, showing its might!
"Didn't get it back." Herona on the Announcer Stand witnessed the entire process, her pink lips slightly parted in surprise, her eyes mirroring the same emotion.
Even though they knew Jinghe's Tyrogue was extraordinary, they didn't expect Kibana's Coal Turtle to lose the weather battle to Tyrogue.
Didn't get it back?
The audience heard Herona's surprised voice, finally understanding the outcome of this weather battle.
Tyrogue had taken the weather from Coal Turtle, turning Bright Sun into a Sandstorm. Afterward, Coal Turtle tried to reclaim it, but... it didn't get it back?
"Damn! Is this really a Hatchling?"
"This Tyrogue... it's a bit strong."
The Rocket Team trio, acting as vendors within the arena, also witnessed the entire process while selling their goods.
"As expected of Teacher Jinghe, even a Tyrogue is this exaggerated," Koushirou muttered.
"Even more exaggerated is what that Tyrogue said, meow," Myu Myu, who could understand Tyrogue's words, translated.
When standing on the ground, is it truly invincible?
So domineering!
After listening to Myu Myu's translation, Musashi swallowed, his eyes gleaming, "Should we also try to catch a Tyrogue?"
"Hmm~ Meow~!! ∠(°ゝ°)"
As Coal Turtle failed to reclaim the weather from Tyrogue, the rhythm of this battle officially returned to Jinghe's hands.
"Tyrogue, Dragon Dance!" Jinghe waved his hand grandly.
The little guy's determination made him feel a surge of excitement.
"Yo-ki!"
Tyrogue stomped hard, and a Dragon Energy aura instantly enveloped its body, its momentum rising.
Dragon Dance?
Tyrogue?
This combination seemed a bit...
Herona's Poke Ball on the Announcer Stand swayed slightly.
"I understand! Teacher Jinghe must have given Tyrogue an Everstone, he's pretending to be a weakling!"
"Brother, you've found the key point!"
"Damn, so that's how it is. Jinghe, you're really sly!"
Not only the Dragon Dance, but a faint flame also rose from Tyrogue's body.
Flame?
The item Tyrogue held was a Flame Orb?
Because Tyrogue's Ability is "Guts," which allows Pokemon to ignore the Physical Attack reduction from the Burned status and increases Attack by 50%.
In fact, after Tyrogue evolves into Tyrantrum, the best item for it is the Weakness Policy.
[Weakness Policy: When held by a Pokemon, if it is hit by a Super Effective Move, its Attack and Special Attack rise by 2 stages.]
As Tyrantrum has seven weaknesses due to its Dark and Rock Types, the Weakness Policy has a high probability of being triggered.
The best state is actually when Tyrantrum Gigantamaxes, as the significant increase in HP gives Tyrantrum more leeway.
This strategy is also applicable to Tyrogue, but Tyrogue's HP might not withstand Super Effective Moves.
Of course, the Tyrogue that Jinghe had cultivated with "Earth's Esoteric Art," Earth Tablet Fragments, and countless Rare Minerals was indeed physically robust.
However, for the current Tyrogue, the Flame Orb was still more suitable for it.
At least, the initiative to strengthen was in its own hands.
"It's our turn to attack, Tyrogue, Stomp!" It was Jinghe and Tyrogue's turn to take the offensive.
"Yo!"
The tiny feet gently stepped down.
Boom!!
A crack appeared from under Tyrogue's feet, like thunder, following a winding path towards the Coal Turtle.
"Coal Turtle, Smoke Screen yourself!"
Kibana felt a bit of toothache.
On the one hand, he couldn't believe he was outmaneuvered in Weather by a small Tyrogue.
On the other hand, Jinghe's Tyrogue was holding the Flame Orb, as if saying, "You don't need to help burn me, I'll set myself on fire."
The intimidation of Coal Turtle's Fire-type moves instantly diminished.
"Tsk—"
Thick smoke spewed from Coal Turtle's shell, completely enveloping it.
To be honest, Coal Turtle couldn't quite accept the previous result either.
But there was no other way, the battle continued.
The thick smoke's cover, combined with Coal Turtle's evasiveness, made Tyrogue's attack miss.
"Yo!"
The little guy was getting angry.
As the smoke continued to spread and linger, it seemed to be intensifying.
Jinghe's eyebrows slightly raised, and he lightly shouted:
"Tyrogue, use Sandstorm to disperse the smoke!"
Sand, sand, sand—
Countless grains of sand danced, swirling and forming a Sandstorm that blew away the smoke spewed by Coal Turtle.
And when the smoke dissipated...
It was then revealed that Coal Turtle had already used the expanding smoke to approach Tyrogue.
"Good opportunity! Headbutt!" Kibana shouted.
Sandstorm Weather increases the Special Defense of Rock-type Pokemon, which was fortunate as his Coal Turtle was a dual-wielding type, capable of using both Physical and Special Attacks, and "Headbutt" was based on Physical Defense.
"Tyrogue," Jinghe's tone remained calm, as steady as the earth itself.
Damn!
Kibana's heart skipped a beat at this sight.
Just then, Jinghe's voice was heard.
"Stomp!"
Tyrogue showed no fear as the Coal Turtle rushed towards it, stomping hard once more.
Boom!!
The ground cracked open with a terrifying fissure, and countless pebbles and debris flew in all directions.
"Is it really Stomp?"
"Earthquake! Teacher Jing He is fooling us again!"
"I'll eat this Stomp."
The audience erupted in surprise.
But Herona explained,
"When the previous move misses the opponent, the power of Stomp will double."
She lightly brushed her hair, her eyes gleaming.
"Of course, even with this, the noise from this move is indeed a bit loud."
So the power of Stomp doubles?
Was Jinghe's previous Stomp move meant to lower the opponent's Speed and create more opportunities for Tyrogue, or was it a preparation for Stomp? Or perhaps both?
Boom, boom, boom—
The terrifying ground tremors hit Coal Turtle head-on, but it didn't faint!
Indeed, Coal Turtle's Physical Defense was exaggerated, and although Tyrogue had the boost from Dragon Dance and its "Stamina" Ability, it was still a Tyrogue, and the level gap with Coal Turtle couldn't be easily bridged.
However, Coal Turtle was also in a tough spot.
As Coal Turtle endured the impact of Stomp, it continued its charge towards Tyrogue.
Headbutt!
The next second...
The once lively arena fell into an eerie silence, and everyone witnessed Tyrogue's mouth stretching wide, biting down on the charging Coal Turtle's shell.
"Bite...it bit down?"
"Damn."
"Chicken flavor, crispy!"
At this moment, Coal Turtle's expression: (⊙⊙)
Crack, crack, crack—
A cracking sound emanated from its thick shell, which was known for its formidable defense.
Under Tyrogue's teeth, the shell seemed somewhat fragile.
Tyrogue endured the damage from the Headbutt but also gained a significant "boost."
Supreme Turtle Ginseng!
Jinghe touched his forehead and couldn't help but turn his head slightly.
Cough, cough.
At the same time, a red glow enveloped Coal Turtle, and it was recalled.
Kibana's mouth twitched.
He felt that if the battle continued, Tyrogue was likely to lose, but Coal Turtle had an even higher chance of losing its shell.
Are you here for a battle or a feast?
You're here for a feast, aren't you?
(End of Chapter)
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