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Chapter 207 Fighting Attributes, the Bear Disciple's Exclusive "Dual Martial Arts" Bond! (5k)

Two months later on the Isle of Armor, Xia Chi was just one step away from completing the mission, but he still couldn't find any information about his apprentice's Pokémon.

Now that it has been officially captured today, the new bonds between the bear apprentices can finally be unveiled.

"Brother Tong, check on Xiong's information."

[Bear's Apprentice]

[Attribute: Fighting]

[Gender: Male]

【Level: 32】

[Characteristic: Mental Power]

【能力：生命179（+42），物攻141（+28），物防88（+28），特攻70（+28），特防78（+28），速度116（+28）】

[Techniques: Bodybuilding, Eye-Catching, Brick Break, Headbutt, Swallow Return, Sword Dance, Close Combat, Flame Fist, Lightning Fist, Ice Fist, Endurance, Rapid Return.]

[Equipment: None]

【羁绊：格斗（2）战斗开始后，羁绊宝可梦每个命中对手的[接触类招式]，都将在对手身上形成一层[致残印记]：降低20%的双防和速度，至多迭加（3/5/7）层，羁绊宝可梦每损失5%的生命体力，便能获得（3/4/5）%的生命汲取！（六格斗：羁绊宝可梦在濒死时有50%的概率以两点生命值的状态脱离濒死！）】

[Bond: ?]

【Bond: Dual Martial Arts (1) Dual Martial Arts grants the Bear Disciple special effects when using fist-type moves. When using a [fist-type move] with the left fist, the move's casting speed will be increased by 200%, and when using a [fist-type move] with the right fist, the move's power will be increased by 200%! (All of the Bear Disciple's [contact moves] are considered [fist-type moves]!)】

【Bonds: Legendary Shadows (1) The reputation of legends imbues Pokémon with mystery, granting them a higher potential! The level cap is increased to 120. After breaking through level 100, all stats increase by 20% for each level gained!】

Looking at the subtitles on the virtual blue screen in front of him, Xia Chi fell into deep thought.

He was somewhat surprised that his apprentice was level 32.

After all, it has only been born for a little over two years, and because of its powerful species, the growth rate of legendary elves is naturally a little slower than that of ordinary elves.

Therefore, this level is considered quite high.

Considering the bear disciple's earnest nature, he must have been training tirelessly day and night on Armor Island.

There's not much to say about the moves; with two powerful martial arts bear masters teaching them, the bear apprentices can basically learn everything.

Then comes the most important bond.

The Fighting Bond effect aligns with the general impression of this type of Pokémon: extreme attack with no defense.

The effect of [Crippling Mark] is very simple and brutal: it reduces the opponent's defense and speed by hitting them with contact moves.

With the Victini [Victory Star] bond present, Xia Chi, who doesn't have any other Fighting Pokémon in his team, can still create a basic Fighting bond for his Bear Apprentice.

It's worth mentioning that the three-layer [Crippling Mark] doesn't reduce attributes by 60%, but rather by approximately 50%.

Because reducing this kind of thing, the upper limit is that it infinitely approaches 99.9999% of 100%.
Therefore, the algorithm should be that the second layer is subtracted from the first layer's imprint, which is 0.8 multiplied by 0.8.

Otherwise, after six Fighter Bonds are formed, seven Crippling Marks will result in a 140% attribute reduction.
Surely your opponent can't owe you 40% of your defense and speed, right?
Even so, a 50% reduction in both defenses and speed is roughly equivalent to the opponent having "Physical Defense -2, Special Defense -2, Speed ​​-2".

For a basic bond to have such an effect is already considered incredibly powerful.

Even more impressively, the Fighting Bond also grants the Bear Apprentice the "Berserker" attribute.

The less blood you have, the higher the blood you can suck; the higher the blood you suck, the more blood you have.

The argument is that the less blood there is, the more blood is lost!

discharge!

This is obviously a joke, but if you do a simple calculation, when the bear apprentice has half health left, it already has 30% lifesteal.

It's like getting a Bloodthirster for free!
If the bear apprentice is in a dead blood state, he has a life steal bonus of nearly 60%!

If you manage your stamina properly, a single [Absorb Fist] can turn the tide and kill someone with a sliver of health!
In short, the [Fighting Attribute] synergy, though simple, is quite practical.

Oh, I almost forgot about the six-fight effect.

There is a 50% chance of surviving when near death.
This incorporates Zhou Tai's [Unyielding] general skill from the Three Kingdoms Kill game.

Although the mechanisms are different, the effects are similar.

If you're lucky, your opponent will really think you've activated an invincibility cheat.

However, the synergy effect of six fighters is too far off, so we don't need to consider it for now.

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After analyzing the [Fighting Attribute] bond, Xia Chi looked at Xiong's apprentice's exclusive bond called [Martial Arts Dual Extremes].

However, when he saw the results, Xia Chi couldn't help but groan.

Dual Martial Arts?

Heroic spirit on the battlefield!

Isn't this Sett's passive ability?

However, to be fair, a quick left punch increases attack speed, while a heavy right punch increases damage.

It pairs quite well with the two evolutionary forms of the bear apprentice: [Combo Style] and [One-Hit Style]!
Although the mechanisms are similar, the numerical values ​​are vastly different.

Increases move casting speed and power by 200%!
What is this concept?
It's like the right fist punching out a move that's equivalent to two sword dances combined!
Xia Chi believes that a 200% increase in skill release speed should reduce the skill charge time from 1 second to 0.5 seconds with a 100% increase, and then to 0.25 seconds with another 100% increase!
Basically, it's as if every move Xiong's apprentice made with his left fist was a "preemptive strike"!

As for the restriction on [fist-style moves]?

Didn't you see that the [Martial Arts Dual Extremes] bond also has an entry that says "All [contact moves] are considered [fist moves]"?

This means that most physical attacks, including Brick Break, Close Combat, and Poison Strike, will be affected.
Even moves like [Rapid Reversal] and [Mindful Hammer], which have nothing to do with "fists," are classified as [fist-type moves]!

Furthermore, the special bond of [Martial Arts Dual Extremes] can perfectly complement [Fighting Attribute].

One provides the numerical values, the other provides the mechanism!
It's a match made in heaven!

The legendary bond [Shadow of Legends] that unites the elves goes without saying, and we won't need it for the time being.

Finally, there's that mysterious question mark.

"Is it because the bear apprentice has two evolutionary branches with different attributes that it hasn't been confirmed yet, Brother Tong?"

Xia Chi asked himself.

[A clever host!]

"All right."

Unlike Tiree, Magic Masked Cat's final evolution form is confirmed to be Grass/Dark type, so it's understandable that it unlocked the [Dark type] bond when it evolved into New Leaf Cat.

But the bear apprentice is different; choosing different evolution paths will determine whether its final type is Dark or Water.

Its final bond will also arise from these two attributes.

If we're just talking about bonds, Xia Chi would definitely lean towards the evil attribute of a one-hit kill style.

After all, Xia Chi prioritizes maxing out the Dark attribute bond. Once evolved, Martial Arts Bear Master will possess the terrifying value of "Six Evils," which increases damage by 150%!
Furthermore, it benefits from the 200% increase in fist-type move damage from its [Martial Arts Dual Extremes] special bond.

When the time comes, a single [Dark Nether Strike] will truly be enough to defeat a bear in one punch!

While the Water Bear build with its combo attacks is slightly stronger in terms of attribute combinations, it suffers from a disadvantage because its Water attribute bond is only at the initial stage.

However, such an important matter as the evolution of the bear apprentice could not be considered solely in terms of bonds. Xia Chi was more concerned with the wishes of the spirit itself.

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After spending two months together, he had gained a considerable understanding of Xiong's apprentice.

Its martial arts philosophy is very balanced.

This is not a derogatory term. Perhaps it is because the bear apprentice's parents were martial arts bear masters of the One-Strike Style and the Combo Style, respectively, and he was very proficient in both styles.

Of course, it's not an exaggeration to say that it has both the high burst damage of a one-hit combo and the high frequency of a combo.

This combination of both is a bit too much like a supermodel's.

However, Xiong's apprentice, who inherited his parents' martial arts talent, was able to switch perfectly between these two attack forms.

Therefore, Xia Chi didn't know whether this little guy was more inclined to evolve into a vicious bear or a water bear.

Actually, there's no rush to evolve.

Although the evolution of the bear apprentice does not require a level, it can be completed by using the corresponding "Evil Scroll" or "Water Scroll".

However, the evolution of Pokémon requires a gradual accumulation of knowledge and experience before it can be fully realized.

The more solid the foundation laid during the Bear Apprentice stage, the stronger the Bear will be after evolving into a Martial Arts Bear Master.

This is the lesson that Ma Shide told Xia Chi at the farewell banquet today.

His two martial arts bear masters evolved after a long period of training.

Then, as soon as it evolved, it easily helped Mashde win the Galar League championship.

This marked the beginning of his eighteen-year professional career, during which he dominated the entire Pokémon League.

Xia Chi estimated that even if the overall strength of trainers back then was not as good as that of modern trainers.

Those two bear apprentices would need to be at least level 50 before evolving, so that Ma Shide could easily win the championship.

Therefore, there's no rush to evolve my bear apprentice. It's enough to let it maintain a balanced growth for a while before determining its evolutionary direction.

However, on the other hand, equilibrium
Xia Chi had another mischievous idea flash through his mind. What if the martial arts bear master evolved from the bear apprentice could switch between two forms: [One-Strike Style] and [Combo Style]?
Imagine this: in the midst of battle, the martial arts bear master first uses the "Combo Style Form" water bear to unleash a frenzied "Ora Ora" with his left fist.

Then, catching the enemy off guard, the evil bear suddenly switched to "one-hit style form" and knocked out the enemy with a single [Dark Strike] with its right fist!

Wow—just thinking about this scene is so exciting!
What, illegal?

Xia Chi certainly knew it was illegal!
If it's not illegal, can it be called a crazy idea?

Moreover, there's still room for maneuver; one can emulate the skillful maneuvers Xia Chi learned two months ago with the [Wave Missile]—

First, the waveguide is sensed, then the need to learn the [Aura Sphere] arises, and finally, the corresponding move learner is obtained from the lucky lantern.

The illegal martial arts bear master who deduced the "dual nature of evil water" is—

This will make Xiong's apprentice think, "I'm good at both styles and I want to use both."

Then induce it to think, "Why can it only evolve into one form? I want them all!"

Finally, there's the chance of getting an illegal item like the "Scroll of Evil Water" from the lucky lantern, if it exists.

This can be described as a risk-free, illegal method for creating a "transformable martial arts bear master".

Whether it will succeed or not depends on whether the [Lucky Lantern] exists as an illegal item.

Yes, it's perfect.

If you don't have it, it's not a loss; just honestly evolve one of the two forms.

Pulling his thoughts away from the system, Xia Chi looked down at his sleeping apprentice Xiong in his arms and made a decision.

Starting tomorrow, consciously cultivate the "one strike, multiple strikes, I want them all" mindset in Xiong's apprentice!

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The last night before leaving the Isle of Armor went without any further incidents.

The next afternoon, the sun was shining brightly, and the sea breeze, carrying a salty and damp scent, swept across the open space in front of the martial arts school.

With a powerful flapping of wings, the Steel-Armored Raven Flying Taxi that Xia Chi had booked arrived as scheduled and landed steadily in front of the martial arts gym.

At the entrance of the martial arts school, Ma Shide and Mi Ye, an older man and a younger woman, stood side by side to see Xia Chi and the elves off.

"Little Chichi, don't slack off even after you return to Donghuang. Remember what the old man taught you."

Ma Shide patted Xia Chi on the shoulder, his touch as firm as ever.

"If you back down next time we meet, just wait and see how this old man deals with you!"

Xia Chi smiled and readily agreed, "Don't worry, I definitely won't let you down next time we meet!"

Honey Leaf handed the food box to Xia Chi and said, "Be careful on the road. Here are some freshly made energy cubes and some snacks. Share them with the elves."

She looked down at her apprentice Xiong and said softly, "Apprentice Xiong, you must listen to Xia Chi."

"Kuma!"

The apprentice nodded earnestly, clasped his hands in farewell to Ma Shide and Mi Ye.

Xia Chi also bid a final farewell to everyone at the martial arts school and the elves, his gaze sweeping over Clara in the crowd.

The latter lashed out at him, his eyes filled with unwavering hope for the future.

As Xia Chi picked up his bear apprentice and was about to board the carriage next to Steel-Armored Raven, the little guy in his arms suddenly struggled.

Xia Chi understood and gently placed it back on the ground.

The bear apprentice turned around, his small figure facing the entrance of the martial arts school.

The martial arts school's rustic eaves, the familiar traces on the training ground, and the twin trial towers faintly visible in the distance.
No matter how resolute his will was, when faced with the real separation, Xiong's apprentice still felt a pang of reluctance.

Xia Chi didn't urge it, but simply stood quietly behind it.

The waveguide within his body could clearly sense the complex sorrow of parting in Xiong's heart.

"It's okay, we'll come back again in the future."

Xia Chi squatted down, patted his bear apprentice's fluffy little head, and smiled, "When you come back again, you might be a majestic martial arts bear master."

"Kuma!"

Xia Chi's words instantly dispelled the faint moisture in Xiong's eyes, replacing it with a burning fighting spirit and a determined light.

It nodded vigorously, its tiny paws clenched, its heart filled with a firm belief in becoming stronger.

"Tini~"

Bictini flew over and affectionately nuzzled the bear apprentice's cheek, as if to cheer it on.

"Then, let's set off."

Xia Chi picked up his now-rejuvenated apprentice, Xiong, and stepped into the Steel-Armored Raven taxi.

Tire Meow, Ponpo, and Victini followed closely behind.

As for Fa Jie and Shakiras, one was too big and the other was too heavy, so Xia Chi put them into a Poké Ball.

"Guest, please be seated."

The driver's voice came through the loudspeaker in the carriage.

The Steel Raven let out a loud cry, its huge steel wings suddenly unfurled, creating a powerful gust of air that lifted the carriages beneath its claws into the air, rapidly ascending.

On the ground, Ma Shide and Mi Ye's figures grew smaller and smaller, until they, along with Master Ma's martial arts school, finally disappeared into the verdant mountains and azure coastline.

The bear apprentice nestled in Xia Chi's arms, taking one last look through the car window at the land that held its childhood memories.

So the Isle of Armor is only this big?

Its dark, round eyes were full of curiosity and surprise.

An unprecedented and wondrous feeling impacted the bear apprentice's understanding of the world.

The Isle of Armor has always been its entire world.

But now, looking down from this high sky, what it once thought was boundless is actually just a small, isolated island floating in the sea.

The apprentice's gaze involuntarily drifted to a more distant view.

The boundless azure blue stretched to the horizon.

For the first time, a question arose in its mind.

What's on the other side of the sea?

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The bear apprentice in his arms was curious about what was on the other side of the sea, and Xia Chi suddenly remembered something very important.

I came to the Isle of Armor to learn how to build my own island in the future!

Why did he neglect his proper duties and awaken his Aura, cultivate martial arts, and even bring back a bear disciple along the way?

Well, at least we've secured a future housekeeper for the island, so it wasn't a complete failure.

Xia Chi thought to himself.

If people found out about Versailles' ideas, he might be beaten to death and then whipped into mincemeat.

But then again.

From the initial Pokémon, the beginning of the dream, to the "regressed evolution" of Winged, Shakiras, Evil Phantom, Victini, and the newly captured Kushala Daora.

Xia Chi's starting lineup of six Pokémon is already full!
Half of them are legendary elves.
The lineup is so impressive that it surpasses not only the champions, but even the villains who control legendary Pokémon.

Even more legendary Pokémon than Darkrai from the Lily of the Valley Conference—if all his Pokémon other than Darkrai and Latias were Magikarp.
But this does not mean that Xia Chi is invincible.

Rather, we are still far from that level.

After all, apart from Ponpo, both Xiong's apprentice and Victini are still very young, and their strength is estimated to be about equal to Zhenyi's.

One can only say that he is a late bloomer, but his future is promising.

However, as the number of elves increases, the problem of not having enough equipment to distribute becomes a problem.

The current situation is that some are suffering from drought while others are suffering from floods.

Tirey, Winged, and Shakiras already have "three divine gears," while the other Pokémon are quite lacking.

It's not that we lack basic equipment; we still have quite a few chainmails and giant belts in our inventory.

But Ponpo and Bear Apprentice clearly need physical damage items like Infinity Edge, Bloodthirster, or even Guinsoo's Rageblade.

But Xia Chi had already given all that equipment to Tire and the others.

By the time it got to Xiong's apprentices, all that was left were some armor parts.

Xia Chi desperately needs an [Equipment Reforging Device] right now, and it all depends on whether the Prism Orb will explode in the next battle round.

The Steel Crow flew leisurely through the air. After watching the scenery for a while, Xia Chi and the elves found it rather uninteresting.

Seascapes are indeed breathtaking at first glance, but after a while they just get the same.

Xia Chi opened her phone, ready to see if any major news had happened in the past two months.

(End of this chapter)