He knows Pokémon better than me.

On the other hand, Pikachu is in a terrible situation.

Faced with encirclement from three sides, it appeared to be struggling to defend itself.

King Toad would sometimes spew out mud bombs, and sometimes gather pebbles around its body that would fly out, forcing Pikachu to dodge them frequently.

Then there's the bronze bell, which frequently unleashes psychic powers to interfere with Pikachu's agile movements, or releases illusionary beams that cause dizziness.

On the other side, Aegislash kept changing its sword techniques. One second it was using the Holy Sword move, and the next second it was covered in gray-green light and turned into a series of slashes, aiming at Pikachu's vitals.

Each time, they were just a hair's breadth away from meeting, making Syldi and Sord's eyes widen with anticipation, only to be quickly disappointed and frown, creating an endless cycle.

The scene of constant congestion followed by calming and then congestion again made both of their faces turn bright red.

"What's going on? We should have won!"

"Damn it, how come I almost missed it again!"

The two men gradually lost their aristocratic manners, and the profanity in their language became increasingly vulgar.

Who can stand this!

It was clearly a crushing victory for them, so why did it play so agonizingly?
And for some reason, I always had a strange feeling that I was being mocked by that electric mouse?
For example, when Aegislash unleashed a heavy slash, Pikachu clearly had other moves it could have used to dodge it.

However, it chose to circle in place, dodging the attack while simultaneously flicking its forehead with a confident and smug expression.
"Sodor, it seems like it's playing us."

"That damn Electric Mouse! It's just a common Pokémon!!"

After a brief exchange, the two upper-class nobles finally realized what was happening.

After fighting for so long, Pikachu didn't even have a single scratch from the mud bomb.

What followed was an utter humiliation. A Pikachu dared to display an aristocratic expression that only they could make!

"Hey! Hunter K, what on earth are you doing?!"

"I'll give you more money, now! Kill this electric mouse right now!"

Faced with pressure from both clients, Hunter K was also in a difficult situation, feeling overwhelmed.

This Zarud is too difficult to deal with!
After the initial frenzy, Zarude had clearly calmed down and begun to employ tactics.

If the Blazing Roaring Tiger isn't in a hurry to attack, it can use Jungle Healing on the spot to restore its stamina.

If they dare to attack.
Its power is second to none!
Uh, Ash's pink bear is an exception for now.

"Damn it, the Great Fireball Spell!!"

Flames shot skyward from the belt of the Blazing Roaring Tiger, and scorching flames were about to burst forth.

However, Zarude was faster, sliding along the ground and transforming into a green light shockwave, kicking the Roaring Tiger's right foot before the Flame Burst could even reach it.

On the grassy field, the grass slide is the first move.

“Blazing roar.”

The latter, in pain, half-knelt on the ground, his explosive attack interrupted.

"Now! Use Flame Fang!"

The tiger roared with flames bursting between its teeth, trying to take the opportunity to pounce on its target, biting down on Zarude's shoulder.

However, Zarude now had the upper hand, and the vines on his arms quickly extended and pulled out, wrapping around the upper and lower jaws of the Roaring Tiger like chains.

The Indotiger has an amazing bite force, but it is extremely difficult for it to open its mouth when it is completely restrained.

Snapped! !

Zarud grabbed the vine from his arm and flung it to the ground, sending the Blazing Roaring Tiger crashing to the ground, leaving it dazed and confused.

When he struggled to get up again, he was covered in injuries and had clearly reached the limit of his strength.

call out--!
On the other side, Zarude activated Jungle Healing again to maintain his stamina at a healthy level.

"This signature move is really powerful."

Xiao Zhi couldn't help but sigh.

It's not noticeable when you're at a disadvantage, since using Jungle Heal will be interrupted by your opponent.

But when you have the advantage, it's a completely different story. You have plenty of time to use this move—of course, only super-fast recovery moves like Jungle Heal can work.

Techniques like photosynthesis and self-recovery are too slow and have too many limitations in combat.

Finally, Zarude seized the opportunity, leaped close to his target, and delivered a simple, straightforward hand chop to the head of the Fiery Roaring Tiger.

Clang!

With a muffled thud, the Blazing Roaring Tiger's eyes rolled back, it lost consciousness, and its entire body tilted backward.

The effect is outstanding!

"pretty."

Ash nodded; he didn't need Ash's help in this battle.

With jungle healing, Zarude is undoubtedly an excellent tank warrior, perfect for a poke/attack playstyle.

Of course, there's another reason why they didn't help—

It's not water.

He noticed the little Zarud, still bound by a leather strap, staring at Zarud with longing and hope.

If I were to intervene and help, wouldn't that somewhat tarnish Zarud's esteemed image as a senior member of his race?

"Damn it. We actually lost."

Hunter K's face darkened. His ace had actually been defeated head-on?!
Faced with Zarude slowly approaching him, Hunter K hesitated to make any rash moves.

It advocates violent hunting, rather than taking a technological approach like Hunter J, who carries a petrification ray device with him.

If Incineroar is defeated now, King Toad will also be unable to defeat its opponent for a long time. Since its other Pokémon are not high enough level, it can only watch helplessly.

Was the Toad King throwing the match?
With absolute elemental advantage, how can you still not defeat your opponent?!
“Saru!”

Zarude then leaped over Hunter K and went straight to Little Zarude's side.

Hiss!

With a tearing claw, the hand swiftly moved, the claws fell, and the leather strap snapped open.

Throughout the entire process, Hunter K dared not make any rash moves.

"Saruru!!"

Little Sarud was immediately moved and adored Sarud, then a huge sense of grievance welled up in his heart.

It's been suffering terribly these past few days!

Every day I'm forced to wear strange belts and do all sorts of weird things.
very painful!
"Salut! Salut!!"

Little Sarud, like a child who had finally found his parents to complain to, immediately pointed at several humans and started yelling.

“Saru!”

Upon hearing this, Zarud's eyes flashed with ferocity, and his claws were once again covered in blood.

In the past, it would have already taught everyone a bloody lesson with its tearing claws.

But now
After hesitating for a moment, Zarude put away its Tear Claw and turned to look at Ash.

This time, it was Ash who helped it find Zarude.

Indeed, there are good and evil among humans.

Let humans decide how to deal with them.

“Saru?!”

Seeing this, Little Sarud didn't react for a long time.

He then widened his eyes in surprise, suspecting that the person who came to his rescue was a fake elder brother.

Is this...believing in humanity?! (End of Chapter)