He knows Pokémon better than me.

As dusk fell, the streets and alleys of Binhai City gradually lit up with lights.

Meanwhile, in the center of the viaduct, on the rocky track, the final battle of the day was underway. The fourth and fifth rounds would be held tomorrow.

"Interesting, these two have actually gone head-to-head!"

Xiao Zhi leaned against the railing, watching with great interest.

On stage were all his old acquaintances, with Da Ye's younger brother Michael, a fiery and excited teenager, on one side.

On the other side is the cold and taciturn Shinji, whose appearance and temperament form a stark contrast.

However, in the first match, both sides used Fire-type Pokémon.

"Duckbill Flame Beast, use Flame Burst!!"

"Coal Turtle, use Volcano Eruption!!"

The battle had reached a fever pitch, with both sides unleashing their ultimate moves.

However, the battle had been going on for some time, and Coalossal's stamina wasn't at full, which meant that the power of its Great Flamethrower wasn't very high.

The holes on the back of the Coal Turtle spewed out scorching air waves and magma flint, while the Duckbill Flame Beast stood upright, like a crazed arsonist raising its arm-shaped jetpack, spewing out a continuous stream of flames and expanding the scale of the flaming text.
In the end, the massive burst of flames overwhelmed the volcanic eruption, carrying a wave of heat as it swept towards the Coal Turtle.

Boom! !
After a burst of flames, the Coal Turtle lay on the ground, its limbs curled up.

"Coal Tortoise is unable to fight!"

Hearing Rotom's voice, Michael frowned and could only quickly recall Coalossal, take a deep breath, and release his ace.

"I was originally planning to save Shinji for Ash, but I've heard you're strong, so I'll let you test the strength of my Heatran first!"

As the red light fell, a ferocious lava beast resembling a turtle appeared, its reddish-brown body covered with grayish-brown hard steel rock on its head and limbs, bringing with it a blast of hot air as it entered the scene.

The appearance of the mythical beast instantly drew cheers and applause from the entire audience.

Ever since that Lily of the Valley Conference, after watching Darkroc's match, Sinnoh fans now generally agree that "a match is only considered a qualified match if a legendary Pokémon appears."

“Sidoran”.

Shinji had expected this, but his expression still tightened when they faced each other.

He decisively recalled the still-powerful Duckbill Flame Beast, knowing it was no match for Heatran in a firepower contest, and decided not to use it as cannon fodder.

"Ready to fight!"

Shinji countered by sending out his general, Electabuzz, whose fighting style, which combined lightning with wrestling, was equally impressive in the previous match.

"It's interesting to end today with this game!"

Ash stroked his chin, feeling that both sides had a chance of winning.

The battle has begun!
"Shridran, use Lava Storm!"

It started with its signature move: Heatran opened its mouth and spewed out reddish-brown flames, mixed with volcanic lava, which enveloped and entangled Electabuzz like a vortex of fire.
The additional effects of Lava Storm are similar to those of Flame Vortex, both of which have the effect of limiting and continuously draining the target. The difference is that Lava Storm itself is extremely powerful.

Amidst the flames, the electric monster gritted its teeth, feeling an unbearable burning sensation on its skin.

"Charge out and use a cross slash!!"

The next moment, Electivire assumed a cross stance, attempting to break free from the encirclement of flames.

"It's useless. The limiting effect of Lava Storm is much stronger than that of Flame Vortex, huh?"

Michael was only halfway through his smug speech when the Electric Beast burst out of the Lava Storm and forcefully cleaved a gap in the air.

"how is this possible?"

Michael was taken aback. The lava storm was mixed with magma and firestone, so it shouldn't be able to break through. But upon closer inspection, he could see that the Electivire was surrounded by a layer of golden electricity, and even the fur on its chin and neck was standing on end like a hedgehog.

"It's not a cross cleave, but a thunderous cross cleave?!"

Michael finally realized that he had also seen Shinji's match earlier.

But the Electrified Beast's attack wasn't over yet; its entire body crackled with electricity as it charged forward, maintaining its cross-shaped slash.

"Sidran, block this with your iron head!"

The latter quickly raised its glans, which was already made of steel and stone, and was covered with a layer of metallic silver light, making it even harder.

It's just that the Fighting type is effective against the Steel type.

Clang!

Thunder Cross struck Heatran's head, and everyone seemed to hear the sound of stone cracking. Even Heatran, a divine beast, had his head smashed heavily to the ground.

Next, an electric current erupted around the Electrified Beast, blasting Heatran away and causing a second instance of damage.

"Wow, that damage!"

Ash realized he had underestimated the Electivire in front of him.

However, as a divine beast, Heatran's inherent super durability allowed it to quickly regain its senses and adjust its posture.

"The power of the earth!!"

When Heatran stomped its forelimbs on the ground, the ground trembled, and the ground beneath the Electrified Beast's feet cracked open, releasing a surge of geothermal energy.

Shinji, on the other hand, continued his direct attacks:
"Jump up! Smash the tile!!"

The Electrified Beast leaped into the air and pounced directly towards Heatran, its lightning, which had not yet dissipated, shifted to its arms.

With his fingers together, Thunderous Brick Breaker slammed down on Heatran's face!
"Smoke!!"

At the critical moment, Heatran's back spewed out scalding hot smoke, just like a coal turtle. The swooping electric monster had no way to avoid it and was covered in smoke.

Shinji coldly commanded:
"Ignore it, break the tile!!"

The Electrified Beast grinned maliciously, forcibly ignoring the scorching heat around it, and Thunder Brick Smash successfully struck Heatran on the head.

Clang!
The latter's head suddenly slumped down, and his chin slammed hard against the ground.

Outstanding effect!

As dusk fell, the battle had reached its climax.

"Electric Beast, Low Kick!!"

"Split the tiles!"

"True Qi Fist!!"

The electric monster uses both hands and feet, whether it's a downward kick from mid-air like a heavy axe, a hand strike aimed horizontally at the opponent's neck, or a full-force punch from the front.

But with each strike, his entire body crackled with electricity, greatly amplifying both his power and speed.
"So it's an electric engine?"

Staring intently at the arena, Ash noticed that every time Electivire unleashed a Thunder series attack, it would first rapidly rotate its arms in place, discharging electricity like a generator.

This must be the principle behind these violent attacks. Pikachu can't steal them anymore.

However, given Pikachu's short arms and legs, even if it learns the method, it won't be very useful. On the contrary, Electivire, with its thick arms and legs, can perfectly bring out this fighting style!
He quickly looked towards the arena; the relentless attacks had already decided the outcome. (End of Chapter)