Chapter 571: Dignity Resides in the Sword's Edge, and Truth Lies Within Range!

Chapter 571: Dignity Resides in the Sword's Edge, and Truth Lies Within Range!



Da Wu's confidence returned.

Just now, Jinghe's brief words made him realize the purpose of his participation in the "Young Master World Championship."

Firstly, he hoped to have a thrilling battle with his Pokemon, enjoying the process of the battle.

Secondly, his goal was to have a match with his teacher, Teacher Jinghe.

Thirdly, he aimed to achieve a ranking if possible.

The ranking didn't hold as much significance for Da Wu.

Even victory and defeat weren't the most important.

Moreover, the outcome was still uncertain, so why worry about these matters prematurely?

Now, he should fully enjoy the battle with Teacher Jinghe!

"Huff—"

Da Wu exhaled, his face regaining a smile, "Thank you, Teacher."

Jinghe shrugged noncommittally, feeling an urge to slap himself.

Focus on the battle, why talk so much?

But as a teacher, he instinctively wanted to remind his student.

He couldn't help it.

He was kind-hearted.

"Bring it on, Teacher!" Da Wu released his fifth Poke Ball, summoning a small, humanoid, and adorable Pokemon. It resembled a cute doll wearing a yellow skirt, with shiny black hair and a big ponytail. However, upon closer inspection, the ponytail turned out to be an exaggerated mouth!

"Lipsy, the Deceptive Pokemon, a Steel-type and Fairy-type. They are cunning Pokemon that deceive opponents with their docile and cute appearance, then bite their prey with their large mouths. How cute and scary, Loto!"

"Whoosh~~"

Lipsy playfully blinked its red eyes twice, looking pitiful.

Lipsy? Jinghe's expression was peculiar.

After glancing at the adorable Lipsy and then at the handsome and wealthy Da Wu, he nodded. They were indeed a perfect match.

This Pokemon seemed to be the one he had suggested to Da Wu.

As a Steel-type and Fairy-type Pokemon, its attributes were almost identical to Metagross, except for some differences in primary and secondary attributes. However, their resistances were exactly the same, with only two double weaknesses to Ground-type and Fire-type attacks.

But it had eight double resistances, one quadruple resistance, and one immunity!

In terms of attributes, it was exceptionally outstanding.

In reality, Lipsy's overall base stats weren't particularly impressive, even with its Mega Evolution.

During this battle, Da Wu wouldn't use his Mega Stone on Lipsy.

However, in the real Pokemon world, base stats don't represent everything, and a Pokemon's strength can't be measured solely by them.

But

Jinghe hadn't seen Da Wu summon Lipsy before.

Sensing his confusion, Da Wu smiled and explained, "I met this child when I went to the Carlos Region to search for diamonds."

Upon hearing this, Jinghe understood.

So that was it.

"Whoosh~~"

Lipsy playfully winked at Jinghe, giving him a cute wink.

Its small hands, covered in black metallic horn-like skin, gently rubbed against each other, appearing slightly nervous yet expectant of its opponent.

To deal with such a "cute" Pokemon, a "knight" was needed.

Jinghe took out a Lux Ball and threw it.

As the red light dissipated, a tall black knight emerged, its twin blades vibrating, emitting a sharp sound. A wave of heat spread out as the blades spun, creating a heat wave that rippled through the air.

"Gucha!"

Houndoom slightly moved its neck, and flames erupted from its armor.

It narrowed its eyes and slowly raised its sword, pointing it at Lipsy.

Where the sword pointed, its heart followed!

"Gucha."

"Da Wu, Lipsy."

The heat wave ruffled Jinghe's black, disheveled hair, blowing his clothes, and curving his lips into a smile.

"Come on!"

The handsome Houndoom, combined with the handsome Jinghe and his showy words, ignited the audience's emotions, eliciting cheers.

"Damn! He's showing off!"

"But you have to admit, Teacher Jinghe is so cool."

Da Wu didn't think much of it, but Lipsy seemed a bit angry, its mouth turning 180 degrees to face Houndoom, revealing its enormous black mouth with ferocious teeth and an intimidating appearance.

Intimidate!

To be honest, even those familiar with Lipsy's nature would be startled by the sudden transformation of the once cute and lovable Pokemon. It was even more surprising for those who didn't know Lipsy well.

A sudden chill down the spine was a relatively mild reaction.

Houndoom's sword tightened instinctively.

The "Intimidate" ability lowered its Attack stat.

The battle continued!

"Lipsy, Ambush it!" Da Wu took the initiative.

"Whoosh!!"

Lipsy, upon hearing Da Wu's command, rushed towards Houndoom at a decent speed, its mouth flailing behind its head seemingly without pattern.

It's worth mentioning that Da Wu had good reasons for choosing Lipsy.

Despite its short legs, Lipsy's speed was impressive. Facing the Fire-type Houndoom, it showed no fear, and with its black aura, it had already reached Houndoom's front.

Bear!!

However, as it approached Houndoom, a wave of dark blue flames erupted from Houndoom's body, enveloping it from the ground up.

The next second.

A crimson hue emerged from the azure flames, swiftly climbing and enveloping from beneath it, until the golden flames completely replaced the azure fire.

Ding!!

The huge mouth, which was originally behind the Big Mouth, somehow appeared in front, its sharp teeth biting into something metallic, emitting a crisp sound.

The crimson flames dissipated.

The golden cannon barrel was firmly grasped by the Big Mouth's maw, its teeth scraping against the metal surface, producing an ear-piercing screech.

"Screech—Screech—"

The Big Mouth's ambush failed because the Ember Blade Ghost didn't use any offensive moves.

But the ambush wasn't entirely unsuccessful; the Big Mouth successfully reached the Ember Blade Ghost's front and restrained its cannon barrel.

"Big Mouth, seize the opportunity and bite it to pieces!"

This situation wasn't necessarily bad.

"Whoosh!!"

The Big Mouth puffed up its cheeks, its maw surrounded by dense Dark-type energy.

Bite to pieces!

She had seen cannons dodging, but never one stuffed into a mouth.

"Ember Blade Ghost." Jinghe called out.

The Ember Blade Ghost naturally understood.

Buzz—

The pitch-black cannon barrel's center suddenly glowed with fire, and scorching flames rapidly converged.

Stuff it in its mouth!

Dark and Fire-type energies intertwined frantically at this moment, neither side showing any signs of retreat.

As both sides swiftly completed their accumulation—

Clang!!

The sharp teeth caused a crack to appear in the Ember Blade Ghost's armor.

In response—

Boom!!!

Scorching flames erupted from the cannon barrel, nearly filling the Big Mouth's entire maw, the intense heat and impact directly blasting it away.

Bang!!

The Big Mouth flew backwards, slamming into the arena.

"Whoosh"

This maw was actually part of the Big Mouth's Steel-type structure, similar to the hammer of a Metagross, an "original" but external feature.

Otherwise, the Ember Blade Ghost's previous cannon blast—

Fill it up, fill it up completely!

The Big Mouth shook its head vigorously, emerging from the dent, and black smoke billowed from its maw.

But the little one's expression turned "ferocious," discarding its previous gentle and cute disguise.

"Whoosh!!"

It pointed at the Ember Blade Ghost.

Today, I'll crush you!

"That collision was intense."

"A cannon blast to the mouth?"

"However, the damage from the Big Mouth's bite isn't low, right? The Ember Blade Ghost's armor exploded."

"Wait! It bit the cannon barrel, and the armor shattered?"

The armor shattered!

Jinghe winced.

But it didn't matter.

This time, Da Wu broke it, and "teaching games" could be reimbursed.

"Ember Blade Ghost, Ember!"

"Gucha!"

The Ember Blade Ghost's cannon barrel separated, and clusters of flames appeared beside it, thrown at the "ferocious" Big Mouth.

"Ambush and evade, Sword Dance!"

The black aura enveloped the Big Mouth again, and it sidestepped, its short legs running swiftly, trying to evade the Ember Blade Ghost's Ember.

At the same time—

A crisp, sword-like sound burst from its body, as if swords were clashing, and its momentum rapidly rose as it ran.

Hmm?

Da Wu's Bouldor can almost use two moves simultaneously, and although his Big Mouth is slightly inferior, it's still excellent at connecting moves.

But—

"Provoke!"

The Ember Blade Ghost's expression was disdainful, and it lightly hooked its finger at the Big Mouth.

"Whoosh!"

The Big Mouth, seeing this, became furious, its eyes showing a hint of blood, and its Sword Dance was directly interrupted!

"Although it wasn't a prediction, Teacher Jinghe's reaction was incredibly fast, and the Ember Blade Ghost's cooperation speed was also impressive," commented Danti.

The Big Mouth's speed in connecting the Sword Dance was already fast, but for it to be interrupted like this—

It can be said that Teacher Jinghe and the Ember Blade Ghost have great tacit understanding.

The Big Mouth, enraged, charged towards the Ember Blade Ghost.

Da Wu's eyes flashed.

A great opportunity!

Using Provoke as the trigger.

"Again, bite to pieces!"

The Big Mouth had already reached the Ember Blade Ghost's front, its maw open, revealing sharp fangs.

Was it going to replicate the previous scene?

Clang!

Suddenly, a verdant green screen appeared around the Ember Blade Ghost's body.

Guard!

Blocking the Big Mouth's attack triggered by Provoke.

"Teacher is truly cautious," Da Wu sighed inwardly.

Feeling slightly regretful about the failed ambush, but it didn't matter.

Roar!

Although the guard blocked the Big Mouth's bite, it wasn't easy for the Ember Blade Ghost to escape the Big Mouth's maw.

The Big Mouth bit into the Ember Blade Ghost's abdominal armor, its teeth scraping against the armor.

"Ember Blade Ghost, Mega Flame!"

The cannon barrel closed, aiming downwards at the Big Mouth's head.

"Enhanced Punch!" Da Wu's excited voice rang out.

And then—

The Big Mouth's mouth firmly bit the Ember Blade Ghost, but its fists were unrestrained.

"Bang bang," two punches landed on the Ember Blade Ghost's knees.

Ember Blade Ghost: "."

Clang clang—

Cracks reappeared in its armor, and the Big Mouth's momentum rapidly rose.

[Enhanced Punch: After successfully hitting the opponent, the user's Attack Power will increase!]



Although Enhanced Punch is a Fighting-type move with limited damage to the Ember Blade Ghost, its effect is still very good.

And more importantly, Big Mouth Baby's giant mouth grabbed the Crimson Armor Rider, and this punch was a stolen damage and buff.

Buzz—

A scorching flame erupted from the cannon, and Big Mouth Baby only felt a scorching heat on its head.

Da Wu clenched his fists slightly, his expression focused and serious.

"Big Mouth Baby, again, Enhanced Punch!"

A green barrier appeared on Big Mouth Baby's body.

It's also about blocking the move!

While blocking the Crimson Armor Rider's Mega Letter Flame, two more punches slammed into the Crimson Armor Rider's knees.

Not

The Crimson Armor Rider felt its armor shatter again.

Third time

Are you stealing this damage too?

Also, do you really think my flames are so easy to block at such close range!

Buzz—

The scorching cannon, having released the Mega Letter Flame, once again glowed with fire.

Bear!!

The raging flames completely engulfed Big Mouth Baby.

After triggering "Shattered Armor" three times, the Crimson Armor Rider's speed buff had already reached its maximum level!

"Da Wu is..." Dan Ti furrowed his brows, "Gaining buffs in such a way."

"Swoosh!"

Big Mouth Baby, its face covered in soot and its body looking dirty, pulled away from the Crimson Armor Rider with a frustrated and angry expression, huffing and puffing.

Didn't it get one-shot?

Jing He slightly raised his eyebrows.

This is what Da Wu relied on for his two Enhanced Punches?

So the meaning of this battle is probably...

"Swoosh!"

Big Mouth Baby, having retreated, crossed his arms and glared angrily at the Crimson Armor Rider.

With an expression that said, "Wait for me after school, I'll call someone."

Then, with a face covered in black soot, he grinned, revealing white teeth and a big smile.

"Take over!" Da Wu sighed in relief.

Fortunately, he endured it.

However, in order to get Big Mouth Baby to fight according to this strategy, in order to get it to cooperate, after the match, he was afraid. Da Wu shook his head.

His Big Mouth Baby has a temper as big as its mouth, and it's not small at all.

But.

It's worth it!

Sure enough.

Seeing Big Mouth Baby turn into a white light and fly back into its Poke Ball, both commentator Dan Ti and Jing He across from him sighed in relief.

Although Big Mouth Baby can use many Dark-type moves to counter the Crimson Armor Rider, Dark-type isn't Big Mouth Baby's primary type, and with the "Shattered Armor" ability, if they really fought it out, they wouldn't need to go all out, and the next move would be too much for Big Mouth Baby to handle.

So when Da Wu saw the Crimson Armor Rider, he should have been prepared to let Big Mouth Baby take over as the baton passer.

But Big Mouth Baby's Sword Dance was interrupted by Taunt.

Choosing to take a risk and use Enhanced Punch was not only for the buff but also to prolong the Taunt's duration.

Now it's just right.

"Da Wu's timing is also very precise, as expected of Teacher Jing He's student," Dan Ti said.

It's well-known that Teacher Jing He is famous for his precise timing.

Whether it's the duration of the battlefield, the duration of the magic space, or the duration of the weather, all are famous scenes.

As Teacher Jing He's student, Da Wu is also very reasonable in this regard.

"Well done, Big Mouth Baby, I'll make it up to you," Da Wu said softly to the Poke Ball.

Rustle—

The Poke Ball shook vigorously twice.

He could almost see Big Mouth Baby crossing his arms and pouting: "You better keep your word!"

Da Wu smiled, putting away the Poke Ball and taking out another one.

Looking at Jing He, he saw that Jing He was also looking at him.

The Pokemon in this Poke Ball was about to come out!

"Teacher, this is our growth!"

He threw the Poke Ball.

"Come out, Golduck!"

In the red light, a metallic sheen appeared, and it was Da Wu's extremely rare shiny legendary, the invincible Golduck!

The shiny Golduck, upon its debut, immediately took over the buffs earned by Big Mouth Baby's hard work, and its powerful aura rapidly intensified, its deep cry echoing throughout the arena.

"Conkeldurr!!"

Da Wu's signature, the shiny Conkeldurr!

"Here it comes! Da Wu's invincible shiny Conkeldurr!"

"Go! Flip Jing He, we choose you as the best in Fennel!"

"When did you become the best in Fennel, Da Wu?"

In addition to the audience cheering for Da Wu and the shiny Conkeldurr, there were naturally some who paid attention to Da Wu's previous words.

Is this our growth?

Could it be that Da Wu's shiny Conkeldurr is so invincible because of Teacher Jing He's help in training it?

But Jing He, Da Wu, and Conkeldurr are clear that what Da Wu said refers to personal growth.

The once-confused Da Wu and the once-reclusive Conkeldurr have now changed and grown!

Jing He knew that Da Wu's words would inevitably cause some misunderstandings, but it didn't matter.

Because Da Wu sent out his invincible shiny Conkeldurr!

Although the current Conkeldurr is still far from being able to compete with the Fennel's Two Fools, its strength is indeed formidable.

Jing He looked at the Crimson Armor Rider with high fighting spirit.

The armor had shattered three times, and the cost of this battle had already been paid.

Moreover, the Crimson Armor Rider seemed to have the intention to clash with Conkeldurr.

So,

"Crimson Armor Rider, Armor Cannon!" Jing He waved his hand.

Facing Conkeldurr, the opponent immediately used its ultimate move!

"Conkeldurr, Mind Hammer!"

With the buffs earned by Big Mouth Baby's hard work, Conkeldurr couldn't let down this "request" from its partner.

"Klang—"

Metagross's body gleamed with a metallic luster, its pincers clamping together as psychic energy surged towards it, following the character-like movements of its eyes.

"Gold!!!"

Bathed in psychic energy, Flash Mega Golem advanced like a destroyer, charging towards the Crimson Armor Rider.

Wherever it passed, the air rippled with intense waves.

The Crimson Armor Rider was faster than Flash Mega Golem, and as it gathered its psychic energy, a thick, scorching flame surged across its body, making it resemble a deity bathed in fire, its armor gleaming.

"Goo—"

Its eyes narrowed, and the surging flames seemed to pulse with the waves, circling towards the cannon barrel, where a buzzing sound of energy emanated from the golden barrel.

"Cha!!!"

The Crimson Armor Rider let out an invigorating cry, and a golden flame surged under its control, gathering into the cannon barrel.

Flame, life fire, wave force, and psychic power—

Four powerful energies were compressed within the cannon barrel!

Aim, lock on!

The oncoming Flash Mega Golem couldn't escape the dual lock of wave force and psychic power.

Boom!

Terrifying force erupted from the Crimson Armor Rider's cannon barrel, surging towards the approaching Flash Mega Golem.

And with its own immense force, it gouged two scorched trails into the ground with its feet.

Brilliant light illuminated the entire arena.

Witnessing this scene, the arena staff members surrounding the venue tensed up, bracing themselves.

The last time, this cannon had torn a hole in the arena's protective barrier. This time, they must hold it back!

"Here it comes, the Crimson Armor Rider's 'Wave Armor Cannon'!"

"Wrong! This is the Godslayer Wave Cannon!"

"I wonder if Da Wu and his Metagross can block it..."

On the field.

Da Wu's expression was solemn.

But on his face, in his eyes, there was not a hint of worry or unease. He had absolute confidence in Metagross's strength and believed it would be fine!

Bang!!

Two terrifying forces collided head-on.

Boom—

After a brief roar, the arena fell into an eerie silence, followed by a rumbling—

The arena's protective barrier flickered with white light, swaying violently under the impact.

As a Fire-type Pokemon trainer, Da Ye couldn't help but click his tongue and shake his head.

Exaggerated.

Teacher Jing's Ultra Gigantamax Flame Surge, no, even with its 'Blaze' Ability and boosted stats, this cannon attack was still exaggerated.

On the side, Herona's eyes didn't even blink as she watched the Metagross in the arena.

Could it block it?

Amidst the surging flames—

"Klang Gold!!!"

The pincers pierced through the flames, causing the surging flames to disperse, and the psychic barrier around it, along with the verdant protective barrier, dissipated.

"Blocked it!!!"

"Damn! As expected of Da Wu's Unbeatable Golem, it blocked this cannon attack!"

"This is the first Pokemon I've seen that can block the Crimson Armor Rider's cannon!"

"Although it took some damage, it definitely blocked it!"

Other Pokemon would struggle to activate their protection under such wave forces, but Metagross lived up to its name!

Da Wu clenched his fist and shouted, "Metagross!"

"Continue, Mind Hammer!"

"Klang Gold—"

Metagross endured the pain from the flames and scorching heat, swiftly moving through the distorted air currents, and charged towards the Crimson Armor Rider again.

"Exaggerated..."

Witnessing this, Teacher Jing's heart couldn't help but mutter in disbelief.

Despite being a weak Fire-type, it blocked this cannon attack, which was indeed exaggerated.

After firing this cannon, the Crimson Armor Rider would face a brief period of weakened power, or a recovery period.

So...

"Come back, Crimson..."

"Goocha!!!"

The Crimson Armor Rider's voice echoed in Teacher Jing's mind.

The flames on its body had extinguished, but its eyes blazed even more intensely, fixated on the approaching Metagross.

This Metagross was so strong!

But this made the battle worth continuing! As a strong fighter and the owner of the "Face Fruit," how could it back down easily?

It could still fight!

Hiss—hiss—

Thin, golden flames emerged from the Crimson Armor Rider's eyes and cracks in its armor.

The stronger the opponent, the more excited it became!

Tsk.

Teacher Jing couldn't help but click his tongue.

As expected of a Fire-type Pokemon, its fighting spirit was strong.

With renewed vigor, Teacher Jing unbuttoned his vest and rolled up his sleeves.

"If you want to keep fighting, then as your trainer, I'll accompany you!"

"Crimson Armor Rider!"

Buzz—

Wave force, residing in the heart! The stronger the heart, the stronger the wave force!

And at this moment, Metagross had already closed in.

Boom!!!

It directly struck the spot where the Crimson Armor Rider was, unleashing a violent shockwave like an earthquake, kicking up clouds of dust.

"Did the Crimson Armor Rider exhaust its strength and fail to dodge?"

"'Shattered Armor' grants speed but significantly reduces its defense..."

"Although it has double resistance to psychic, will the Crimson Armor Rider be knocked out instantly?"

"It's normal to be knocked out instantly."

The smoke and dust slowly dissipated, and everyone's attention focused on the dust cloud.

Clang!!

Suddenly, the sound of metal clashing, along with the sparks that flew after the collision, appeared in everyone's line of sight.

A Blue-Green Mars?

Huh?

"Kangaskhan!"

Metagross is launched backward, and from the other side, a figure emerges from the dust, flying backward.

The dust that obscured the view finally clears, revealing two Pokemon.

One is a Mega Metagross, and the other... Houndoom?

In the final moments, the Blazing Armor Rider transformed back into Houndoom? But isn't Houndoom more vulnerable to Psychic-type moves?

It didn't faint? Is this the so-called "Invincible Transformation Moment"?

Countering all damage?

"No! It's not just Houndoom!"

"It's not just Houndoom! The other hand! The other hand!"

Finally.

Some audience members with different angles of view discovered that at this moment, Houndoom had transformed.

Its appearance was that of Houndoom, but with a sword in its right hand and a cannon in its left!

"This..." Danti was stunned.

No, it can do this too?

Jinghe's lips curled into a smile. Well, Houndoom's speed is slightly faster than the Blazing Armor Rider, but that's not the most important thing.

The most crucial aspect is the ability to switch forms, which to some extent, counteracts the body stiffness caused by the previous cannon attack.

At the critical moment, Houndoom, with its speed enhanced by "Shattered Armor," dodged the Mega Metagross's charge.

"Guchya!"

Houndoom's sword lightly slashed through the air, leaving a faint scorch mark from the azure-blue flames.

Then, it raised its cannon, aiming at Metagross.

Honor lies at the edge of the blade, and truth within the cannon's range! Within seven steps, the sword is swift; beyond seven steps, the cannon reigns!

"Kangaskhan!"

Metagross's body suddenly emanates a psychic power.

The front pincers resist the Great Flame with their psychic might, while the rear pincers unleash a Steel-type Comet Punch! Metagross, with its four brains, is said to possess computational abilities surpassing supercomputers!

Perhaps against another Pokemon, it might have been different.

Bang! Boom! The Great Flame is blocked, and the Regret Sword clashes with the Comet Punch.

"Guchya..."

Houndoom's form flickers again, and with incredible speed, it moves out of range of Metagross's four pincers.

"It's about time, Houndoom," Jinghe's voice echoes in Houndoom's mind.

In this state, it can't maintain for long.

Back then, it could switch between Houndoom and Blazing Armor Rider forms, but maintaining this sword-cannon form is fleeting.

Now, it lasts longer, but ultimately, it's still limited.

"Guchya."

"It's okay. This shows that you have great room for improvement." Jinghe comforts with a smile.

True!

Meanwhile, Da Wu's face is filled with a gentle smile, and he slowly closes his eyes.

A gentle breeze brushes past, lifting his light blue hair. He adjusts his cuffs, flexes his fingers, and touches the brooch pinned to his collar, which shines with a rainbow-like brilliance.

Da Wu's gaze sharpens, and he says with a smile:

"It's time, Metagross."

He removes the brooch and gives it a light kiss.

"Mega Evolution!"

"Kangaskhan!"

The white Metagross roars with fury, responding to Da Wu's Mega Brooch. It emits an equally dazzling light, intertwining with the brooch's light, creating a chilling battle intent.

Da Wu's cloak flutters, and his mind aligns perfectly with Metagross's.

Your will is my ambition!

"Kangaskhan!!!"

A deeper voice resonates throughout the arena, exuding determination.

"Here it comes! The true invincible beast!"

"Come forth, my love... Ahem, wrong entrance."

"Mega Metagross!"

The audience is thrilled.

Wow. He lured out Da Wu's Mega Evolution.

PS: I went for a check-up today, so I'm a bit late. But here's the chapter. The little one is fine, thankfully not flu, thanks for your concern. I'll keep her out of kindergarten for now.

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