Pokémon, Ash is going to become a perfect man from now on.

Many others immediately started fighting, with various special moves and roars rising and falling, turning the entire arena into chaos.

The audience was dazzled by the sheer spectacle; the entire arena was filled with battles, making it impossible to keep up with the flow.

However, thanks to the powerful high-tech support from the competition organizing committee, people will not miss those wonderful moments.

Behind each contestant, the organizing committee has equipped them with a dedicated referee drone. With the help of AI technology provided by Xiaozhi Company, these drones can relatively accurately judge whether the contestant's behavior is compliant and synchronize the details of the battle to hundreds of screens surrounding the audience.

In the event of any violation, including situations where the trainer is in danger, the arena will activate its protection mechanism, temporarily freezing battles in the relevant area and handing the case over to a special refereeing panel, including Hala.

Whenever an elimination occurs, the venue will announce the number of remaining contestants and repeatedly replay outstanding knockout moments.

A brand-new battle mode that combines wildness and high technology – this is the preliminary round of the Manaro Tournament!

As time went on, the situation on the field gradually became clearer from its initial chaos.

In such a chaotic battle, the strength of many people is definitely effective for sustaining the fight. Some people, like Guzma, who just attack anyone they can get their hands on, are simply reckless.

Those who are confident in their abilities can give it a try, otherwise it's best to stick together.

Ash's classmates planned it this way: Lillie, Lana, and Mallow formed a girls' team, and the three of them would attack together, so most players wouldn't dare to bother them.

Objectively speaking, given their current strength, it's actually Lillie who's leading them.

Lillie, influenced by Ash, experienced more things, and unknowingly, her strength also increased.

Especially during the time they were separated, Ash learned about Lillie's itinerary. She had been to Mount Lanakira and had some training there.

In short, White Google has evolved into Alolan Ninetales, and Lillie's bracelet now has a Pure Ice Z-Crystal!

In comparison, Mallow with Slimie and Lana with her newly evolved Dewsaber can only play support roles.

Mamane is also a support player, but his teammates are strong. In addition to Kachi, who has already secured the captaincy, his cousin Marin is also in this small group.

This programmer, nicknamed Lao Ma, is an 'ordinary' yet top-tier player. The armored bird circling around him is practically the sky version of the Wailing Wall.

Besides them, the real protagonists, Musashi and Kojiro, were also particularly clever. From the start of the match, they ran right up behind Sabrina.

Then came the double shield from Wobbuffet and Stardust, and Sabrina could only accept being their carry, enjoying this insane support.

Battle scenes, some breathtaking and others hilarious, unfolded continuously in the arena... but unfortunately, the excitement always belonged to others.

Ash has been standing in the middle of the field for ages, but hasn't gotten a chance to make a move yet. His Talonflame is even starting to yawn out of boredom.

They were clearly in the most conspicuous position, but the players had tacitly left a vacuum around them, and no one was willing to activate the Boss...

No, there are still warriors.

"Red Star of Kanto, come and fight me! Unleash your full power and let me see if you truly deserve the title!"

A fighter dressed in a tight-fitting outfit got into a fighting stance in front of Ash, while the old construction worker next to him slammed two cement pillars heavily into the ground, his whole body brimming with fighting spirit!

"Even the Heavenly King of Martial Arts?"

Chapter 823 VS Lian Wu, a glimmer of suspense in the round of 16

The Manalo Tournament does not prohibit champions and dignitaries from other regions from participating... Of course, other tournaments do not prohibit them either.

Elite Four and Champion are regional titles; outside their home region, they are more often recognized as powerful trainers.

As a trainer, you can of course sign up for regional tournaments, and even challenge for the local Elite Four and Champion titles after winning the tournament!

This approach is theoretically feasible, but in reality, almost no strong person would do it.

Why would they abandon their hard-earned hometown and start over in another region?

Moreover, this would not only be beneath one's dignity, but would also likely make one a target for assassination.

To participate in a regional league tournament as a champion or star player, and then dominate in front of everyone, is hardly a friendly act.

When the local league learns that such a strong player has signed up for the competition, they will definitely take measures to send some powerful trainers to surround and defeat him during the tournament.

If, by sheer chance, you end up with a runner-up or semi-final spot, it would be doubly humiliating.

However, Lianwu probably doesn't have such thoughts. As a fellow fighter, Xiaozhi can probably guess what he's thinking.

This guy is straightforward. He was a bit annoyed with Ash and dissatisfied with Alder's constant attempts to make him restrain himself, which is why he secretly signed up and then went straight for Ash in the preliminaries.

He's honest enough, better than those two-faced guys.

"Come and fight me!" Lian Wu roared again, challenging him to a duel, his aura rising to a new level.

"Then please guide me, King Lianwu!" "Fierce!"

Ash returned the greeting with his hands clasped in a fist salute, and the Talonflame beside him lost all its laziness, its eyes instantly becoming incredibly sharp.

"Go! Old Craftsman, Sonic Fist!" Lian Wu threw a straight punch, and the Old Craftsman also displayed powerful explosive force, wielding the cement pillar in his hand to launch a rapid attack!

"Double Wings!" To Lian Wu's surprise, Xiao Zhi's Talonflame was even more agile than the Builder. It flew like a rocket and used one of its wings to slash at the Builder's eyes!

The old craftsman was inevitably affected, but the Fiery Arrow Eagle swiftly flapped its other wing and, taking advantage of the moment the opponent raised his hand, slashed hard at the old craftsman's shoulder!

Boom!

The two passed each other, and the old construction worker slammed the mis-aimed cement pillar onto the ground, even creating a crack in the ground.

Among Fighting-type Pokémon, the Muggle Pokémon has formidable attack power, especially since the Muggle Pokémon uses the Fireball and Guts combo, which can definitely change the terrain with a single blow against a concrete pillar.

But if you miss, you'll just be wasting your energy.

"Continue the attack! Old craftsman, use sharp stones to attack!" A cold smile appeared on Lian Wu's face as he immediately ordered the old craftsman to give chase with all his might.

"Get ahead of the game!" But his expression quickly froze. The Fiery Arrow Eagle didn't even turn around, but instead laid down a series of growing stone pillars behind it.

At this moment, the old craftsman also unleashed his ultimate move. Even if he could increase his power by being one step ahead, the attack power of the Arrow Eagle could not compare to that of the laborer who had activated the Perseverance trait. All the stone pillars were instantly smashed to pieces.

But this small gap is enough for it to create the optimal distance!

"Charge! Brave Bird!" "Fierce!"

The Fiery Arrow Eagle suddenly soared into the sky, leaped backwards, and then folded its wings tightly, like a fiery meteor falling rapidly from the sky, heavily striking the old craftsman's chest!

Boom!

This attack even triggered a violent explosion, and the old craftsman's body trembled violently in the smoke, unable to help but gasp for breath.

With a purely melee-focused fighter, taking a flying-type attack head-on would definitely result in serious injury.

"Old craftsman, pull yourself together! Keep attacking with your sonic fist!"

"Let it come here."

Lian Wu kept encouraging his companions, while Xiao Zhi remained calm and composed.

He has seen through his opponent's tactics!

As expected, the old craftsman's sonic fist was just a facade. As the two got close, it immediately revealed the fist hidden behind its back, which was already wrapped in green energy-absorbing material!

"Go! Use Absorption Fist!"

"Protect!"

"What..." Lian Wu was caught off guard as the Fiery Arrow Eagle raised its defense at the last possible moment.

The fact that the opponent could unleash such a powerful move so quickly shows that they were prepared!

But how could that be...?

"They've counterattacked, Wings!"

With the Absorption Fist blocked, the Construction Master was now wide open. Taking advantage of this opportunity, the Fiery Arrow Eagle launched a double wing attack, once again knocking the Construction Master back!

"Don't give up, old craftsman, keep using the Absorption Fist!" At this moment, Lian Wu had gone all in, and this was actually his only chance of winning.

The Stone Blade with four times the strength can indeed kill the Arrowhawk instantly, but the probability of it missing is obviously higher; conversely, as long as the Absorb Punch hits, the Construction Master can continue to hold off the Arrowhawk!

"Protect!"

However, Ash completely understood his thoughts.

The Arrow Eagle didn't use its full strength to protect itself this time. The light shield around its body was smashed by the old craftsman, leaving it with dense cracks. However, it used the reaction force to once again widen the distance between itself and its opponent!

"Oh no..." Lian Wu's heart skipped a beat.

In his eyes, the Fierce Arrow Eagle had retreated to the most suitable position!

The opponent can arrive in an instant with unpredictable acceleration, leaving our side with no time to launch a counterattack!

"It's over, Brave Bird!" "Fierce!"

As the final blow came, the old construction worker could only futilely swing the cement pillar, but before it could fall, the Fiery Arrow Eagle had already swooped past!

Bang!

The old craftsman's body flew backward uncontrollably, crashing awkwardly at Lian Wu's feet, no longer able to grip his weapons...

"The old craftsman has lost his combat ability, and the martial arts contestant is eliminated." The referee robot immediately announced the result.

"I lost... I actually lost so completely?" Lian Wu seemed unable to accept the result.

Xiao Zhi was well-known, and although Lian Wu took the initiative to challenge him, he knew that his chances of winning were not high.

But it would be one thing if they lost to those famous pets, but what about the unknown Fire Falcon?

"Aaaaah!" Lian Wu, who had lost the match, suddenly roared in resentment, and finally slammed his fist into the ground.

When he stood up again, his expression showed some relief.