He knows Pokémon better than me.

Yuji's ace Dragonite is strong enough, and with Mega Evolution, it's enough to compete head-on with other regional champions.

Of course, the other Pokémon in Yuuji's team were still quite a bit lower in level.

Overall, their foundation is not as strong as that of a typical regional champion.

But what if he were to face Alice, whom he had just fought not long ago?
It seems like there's still a chance?
However, Yuji's answer surprised Ash.

"No, I won't be participating in the upcoming World Championships."

Yuji hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and replied in a deep voice.

He was quite aware of his own abilities, especially after his battle with Ash.

It's not impossible for me to break into the top ten of the advanced level, but breaking into the master level is basically impossible.

"Apart from Dragonite, the levels of other Pokémon cannot be increased in a short period of time."

After all, this was an old team of his, having followed him since the Orange Islands era—

Unlike Ash's Galar team, which are all in a rapidly growing young stage, their combat power may change dramatically every ten days or half a month.

Therefore, his current focus remains on developing Dragonite.

"So the upcoming matches are no longer of much significance to me."

Yongci took a deep breath and said in a deep voice.

A trainer's strength is determined by their ability to clearly assess their own capabilities.

Clearly, Yuuji is capable of doing that now.

Xiao Zhi was a little disappointed, and could only ask out of curiosity:
"So if you're not going to participate in the World Championships, what are you going to do?"

He actually really wanted to see scenes like Yuji facing off against Champion Lance, or a Dragonite battle against another Dragonite!

Yuji then tilted his head back and laughed, before suddenly saying seriously:

"I've heard that recently in the Padia region, Dragonite has developed a very strong tactic that is in some ways no weaker than Mega Dragonite."

It appears to be a mechanism called terecrystalline.

Unfortunately, even though Dragonite was his ace, he had to admit that Mega Dragonite was somewhat weak.

Its ability remains Multiscale, and its physical and special attack are not particularly outstanding; its main strength lies in one aspect—

general.

The fact that Dragonite can fight Magearna on equal terms during the day is purely because it is already extremely strong in its normal state, and not because it temporarily increases its strength through Mega Evolution.

"really."

Xiao Zhi nodded, quite agreeing.

Aside from the extra pair of wings on its head that make it look cool, Mega Dragonite doesn't seem to have anything particularly special about it.

However, the crystallization in the Parthian region is different!

It's said that you can modify a Pokémon's type, granting it a type advantage and allowing it to use Extreme Speed. This should further enhance Dragonite's strength.

The fact that Mega Dragonite didn't get the Flying or Dragon skin traits still bothers Yuuji!

I can't even imagine how intense it will be!
The crystallization and speed are, in a way, a way of making up for this regret.

However, it seems that the World Championships are not popular in the Padiya region, so we have to say goodbye to this competition for the time being.

"Is there such a tactic?"

Xiao Zhi listened with amazement.

He'd heard of crystallization many times before, and had even witnessed it firsthand. It's probably the battle mechanic that demands the most skill from the trainer, right?

If it can switch attributes, combined with Yuji, a Dragonite that has mastered 80 moves, it does seem to be more powerful than Mega Evolution?
This time it was Yuuji's turn to extend his palm to Ash, and he said quite seriously:
"Xiao Zhi, keep up the good work at the upcoming World Championships. I'll be following all your matches."

It's clear that today's match was far from Ash's full potential.

If the teams that I fought against back then were brought out again, their strength would probably be even more terrifying, right?

And there's the electric mouse on Ash's shoulder.
I really don't know how this guy trains!

Xiao Zhi nodded, smiled, and shook hands with him in return.

"Then I also wish Mr. Yuji could help Dragonite master the crystallization technique you mentioned~"

They let go of each other's hands and continued chatting and strolling around.

After all, we've both traveled to different regions, so we have so many topics to talk about.

However, Yuji does not plan to leave the Galar region immediately.

Tomorrow there's also the Gym Challenge for Kibana, and he wants to see how strong his old friend is now!
At the same time, two people from Northeast China were strolling around the city.

Meanwhile, Marnie was making her final preparations alone in the backyard practice area of ​​the Pokémon Center.

The other Pokémon's status has been adjusted, so there's no major problem.

However, standing in front of her was a thug with a turban, grinning and showing his teeth, his slender arms holding up his "pants".

Holding her breath, Mary then slammed her hand on the keystone bracelet and shouted:
"Mega Evolution, you bandana thug!!"

In an instant, a dazzling seven-colored light connected the Mega Stone and Key Stone in the bandana thug's pocket.

The ball of light spread out and quickly enveloped the turban-wearing hoodlum's entire body.

As the light film burst open, the latter successfully transformed into a completely new form!
Beside them, the long-haired troll and the cleaver commander were watching intently, their bodies tense, ready to strike at any moment.

After completing its Mega Evolution, the bandana-wearing thug trembled all over, its eyes gleaming with a fierce red light, as if it were about to go berserk at any moment.

Fortunately, after three or four minutes, the red light in the bandana thug's eyes dissipated, and his emotions gradually stabilized.

This made Marie and the two Pokémon next to her breathe a sigh of relief.

Mega evolution is risky.

—These are the words Ash gave to Marie when he lent her the Keystone Bracelet that evening.

"It seems to be normal."

After accepting Ash's Bandana Mega Stone, she naturally wanted to use its power in the upcoming Punch Gate Arena challenge.

Our opponent is Cibana, so naturally we'll try to improve as much as we can.

Seeing that the Mega Bandana thug had completely calmed down, Marie also began to try to cooperate and give commands.

Starting with the simplest basic moves like tile breaking and smashing, the intensity of the moves gradually increases, culminating in the flying knee kick and double-edged headbutt.
They can all be used normally!
Furthermore, the power had visibly increased significantly. The flying knee kick aimed at the sandbag was so powerful that it made the long-haired troll and the cleaver commander beside them both frown.

Normally, Bandana is a more durable Pokémon, and its attack power is not particularly outstanding.

However, it seems that the defense has not decreased, while the attack power can now be regarded as a specialty.

Mary was relieved and her eyes crinkled into a smile.

We can use this power in tomorrow's match!
It's the new look of the mega bandana thug, and there's a strange feeling of being overwhelmed by its extravagance.
Originally carrying the shed skin around his waist, he now wears a hood, hands in his pockets, and walks with a slightly hunched back, exuding a cool and aloof vibe.

His extravagance is off the charts! (End of Chapter)