He knows Pokémon better than me.

Admittedly, the scene was dazzling and spectacular.

But upon closer inspection, this "Gigantamax" Darmanitan has too many flaws!
For example, to Dynamax, you need to first put the Pokémon back into its Poké Ball, or like with his Pikachu, you need to hold it in your arms first.

Unlike Mega Evolution, it doesn't function properly even from several meters away.

Secondly, Dynamaxed Pokémon usually have three distinctive pink and purple clouds above their heads, but this Darmanitan has nothing on its head.

Then come all sorts of Dynamax moves, which will create even bigger openings.

Giant ice is caused by a massive, dense avalanche of hailstones, rather than by freezing the surrounding area into a layer of ice.

After Max Water Strike unleashes a jet of water, it will forcibly change the weather to rain. However, after Darmanitan finishes defeating it, it will still be drizzling.

Other Dynamax moves also have weaknesses to varying degrees, unlike ordinary Dynamax moves.

Of course, there is the most important point.

momentum!

This "Gigantamax" Darmanitan completely lacks the imposing presence unique to Gigantamax!

"Pickup."

Sitting in his lap, Pikachu nodded in deep agreement, while Darmanitan's aura remained completely unchanged.

Of course, this fantastical feeling is something that most trainers, unless they are seasoned Pokémon battlers, would not be able to discern.

"So... is this Dynamax faking it?"

Sonia turned her head and asked in a low voice.

Ash nodded, then closed his eyes and spread his Aura. He then realized that besides Darmanitan, there were quite a few other Pokémon hidden on the stage.

For example, the freezing effect on the field and the fine snow effect are created by several pre-hidden ice cubes blowing snow at all times.

The massive jet of water that erupts is a thick water cannon formed by several Swamp Kings simultaneously using their water guns.

Max Darkrai and Max Muscle Fighter are also other Pokémon prepared in advance, used together to create a super multiplier effect.

As for Darmanitan, a big star, Ash is quite familiar with the techniques it uses.

"Similar to Zoroark's hallucinogenic properties?"

He squinted and examined it carefully before blurting out.

At this moment, fine snow was constantly blowing on the stage, and several snow fairies were distributed in the four corners of the stage, raising their hands like priestesses to cast illusions.

Legend has it that the Snow Fairy would create illusions on the snowy mountains during heavy snowfalls, transforming into the form of a beautiful human woman to lure passing men to stay in her cave for the night.

To some extent, it also has the ability to create illusions, just like Zoroark.

However, Zoroark can be created out of thin air, while the Snow Fairy must use snow and wind as a medium for illusion.

"Hmm? There seems to be another Pokémon that looks a lot like Mr. Mime."

Ash suddenly sensed something and asked in confusion.

On the stage, there is also a "Mr. Mime".

The other party seemed to be the key figure, releasing powerful mental energy from their abdomen from a hidden location.

The effect on the snow amplified the area of ​​the illusion created by the Snow Fairy, which transformed it into a "Gigantamax Daruma" that was over twenty meters tall!
"Bari."

Upon hearing this, the Mr. Mime instantly understood and an annoyed expression appeared on his face.

It's that guy!

After unleashing ten Dynamax moves in a row, the Dynamaxed Darmanitan shrank back to its original size. This phenomenon, far exceeding the limits of normal Dynamaxing, naturally excited the spectators, who exclaimed that the ticket price was well worth it.

"Well, if it's a normal performance, it's not a big problem."

Beside her, Sonia couldn't help but offer her sharp comments.

The illusionary projection, the simulated Dynamax, and the coordinated actions of a large group of Pokémon—it was indeed a spectacular performance.

However, the aquarium's advertising clearly uses the label "Beyond Gigantamax," which constitutes fraud.

This is understandable; if they directly said it was an illusion that created Dynamax, it would be tantamount to revealing the principle of their magic directly.

After the performance, the baboon, the big star, left the stage.

The gentleman in the purple suit remained on stage, this time accompanied by a "Mr. Mime" –

It was wearing a purplish-black suit and had a purple mustache.

He wore large, ice-blue leather shoes, had a big red nose on his navel, and was leaning on a cane.

With the yellow buttons on both sides of the chest, it's as if a face has appeared on the stomach as well.

Ash quickly pulled out his Pokédex; it was clearly a different kind of Pokémon.

"Beep beep! Ice-Treading Doll, Ice/Psychic type, an evolution only a Galar-type Mr. Mime can achieve. It's a tap-dancing master; its comical dance moves make it easy for others to like it. Then it can release its psychic power from its abdomen or use its ice staff to unleash a -200 degree Celsius cold attack on its opponent, Loto~!"

It sounds like a Pokémon whose actions don't match its appearance.

It doesn't even need to wear any extra clothes; the texture of its skin makes it look like it's already wearing a gentleman's tuxedo.

"Mr. Mime, is this your evolved form? Is it an old acquaintance?"

Xiao Zhi looked at his side with surprise.

However, upon seeing this ice-walking doll, the Mr. Mime's expression immediately darkened.

Especially when you see the other person standing on the stage, doing a fast tap dance while taking off their hat to salute the audience, looking like a kind and honest gentleman.

His comical actions drew cheers from the audience.

The Mr. Mime became even more annoyed and couldn't help but mutter curses under his breath:
"Bari bari!"

This is the Pokémon that parachuted in with the new curator to replace it.

At first, it pretended to be honest and simple, humbly asking me for advice on how to coordinate and manage the large number of Pokémon in the aquarium.

Despite being its evolved form, it's not very intelligent. It took me a long time to learn from it and get a basic grasp of the situation.

Then came the new director's sudden and sweeping reforms.

The Ice-Treading Puppet also took office, displaying a cold and mocking expression, directly replacing its position as manager and kicking it out of the game.

"Bari bari!"

Watching the ice-walking puppets awkwardly dancing on stage, Mr. Mime grew increasingly angry, having even challenged one of them at the time.

Even though the other party isn't very smart, if you gave it a Rotom phone, it probably wouldn't even know where to turn it on!
But their combat skills are truly impressive.

In the previous World Championships, it was the main Pokémon of the new curator, Shunshi, that made it into the top 50 of the Ultra Ball class.

After a series of exchanges, it was the ice-walking puppet that was steadily suppressed, even though it came with its own ice staff weapon!
Mr. Mime later became just an ordinary employee at the aquarium, unable to help other Pokémon voice their needs.

If we were to fight, we wouldn't be able to win.

With no other option, it had to abandon its operations and run away! (End of Chapter)