Pokémon: Starting with Lucario and Gardevoir

After all, the slow-moving North Pole relies on high defense and ranged attacks to fight.

boom!

The attacks from the two Pokémon clashed in mid-air once again, creating a huge explosion.

Dust billowed once again on the battlefield.

... ...

"Two attacks in a row have been blocked. It's time to try some different moves!"

"Yes, the Great North is very slow. If we attack it at close range, it might be quite effective."

"That's right. Constantly using Aura Sphere will only deplete the Pokémon's energy."

"Cuckoo's Pokémon is the least afraid of running out of energy!"

“If this drags on, Haoyan will be the one who suffers.”

In the audience, there were several older, more mature-looking trainers chatting animatedly.

Several of them were veterans who had earned four badges.

Hearing this, Safia couldn't help but worry about Haoyan.

After all, that's Cuckoo's main battle Pokémon!

"Go, Haoyan!"

... ...

Just when most people thought Hao Yan would change his tactics, Hao Yan once again sent Lucario to act.

With his signature hands crossed, a basketball-sized wave missile reappears once again.

It was thrown at the big baby.

"Still a wave missile?" Du Juan squinted at Lucario's attack amidst the dust, her dissatisfaction and doubt growing.

However, during crucial moments of the battle, she didn't have much time to think.

"Big North, continue with Triple Attack!"

Just like the previous two times, an explosion occurred.

A cloud of dust rose from the ground.

Dust filled the air, significantly reducing visibility on the battlefield.

At the moment of the explosion, Hao Yan gave Lucario the order to attack.

"Xiao Ou, rush over and use a feint attack."

Lucario's expression hardened, he left a footprint on the ground, and immediately charged forward.

Lucario's figure was not noticeable in the dusty battlefield.

Although the dust will obstruct Lucario's vision.

However, Lucario can use the aura within its body to sense the approximate location of the opponent.

Big Baby doesn't move very fast, so it's not difficult to pinpoint its location.

This is Haoyan, the real attack!

Looking at the dust-filled arena, Du Juan's extensive combat experience told her that something unusual was going on.

Especially when she saw a dark blue figure emerge from the dust and mist, she realized what was happening!

At this moment, she finally understood what Haoyan's killer move was!

He immediately shouted, "Big North Baby, use Protect!"

Dujuan, as expected of the dojo master, reacted very quickly!

Her Pokémon, Noseturner, reacts very quickly!

A white energy shield appeared around Da Chao Bei Bi.

In an attempt to block Lucario's attack.

However, what Haoyan made Lucario use was a feint.

Feint is a Normal-type skill with very low power, only 30 points.

However, it has a special effect: it can attack opponents who use Guard and remove their Guard effect.

Lucario's fist landed precisely on Nosegate.

The immense impact sent the big baby flying backward.

Even if a Normal-type attack hits, it will only deal a quarter of the original damage to a Steel or Rock-type Nose Bridge.

Furthermore, Lucario doesn't have a normal type, so it deals less damage.

However, what Haoyan wanted was not damage, but impact!

Lucario can wear super-heavy armor, which amplifies its impact force due to the acceleration of gravity!

Hao Yan, who had been waiting for this moment, immediately commanded, "Now! Lucario, use Power Punch!"

Lucario, who shares the same feelings as Haoyan, how could he not know Haoyan's feelings?

He stomped his feet furiously, leaving a deep footprint on the battlefield, using all his strength to step forward!

At the same time, he swung his spiked fist!

Clang~

A few sparks flashed through the dust and mist.

That's a collision between metals!

The effect is outstanding!

After landing a hit, Lucario had gained a huge advantage, and victory was within reach.

Faced with victory within reach, Hao Yan stopped Lucario from attacking and instead reminded him, "Little Lucario, Noseback will counterattack later, so be careful to dodge."

... ...

After suffering a series of setbacks, Dujuan finally understood Haoyan's plan!

His face turned bright red with anxiety!

Once Lucario gets close, Nosegate is completely at a disadvantage!

The massive iron block, moving at an extremely slow speed, had no chance to retaliate.

In a moment of desperation, he immediately shouted, "Big North, use 100,000 volts!"

Although Nosebridge is a Steel/Rock type Pokémon, it can learn many Electric-type moves.

We had no choice but to settle for second best and use 100,000 volts!

Thunderbolt is the most powerful and fastest-forming Electric-type move in the Great North Kids Club!

The big nose turned north and emitted a crackling flash of electricity.

With Haoyan's reminder, Lucario was already prepared to dodge, and with a sidestep, he avoided the attack.

The electric light shot towards the edge of the field.

Hao Yan's eyes narrowed, and he commanded Lucario to launch the final attack: "Now! Lucario, use Power Surge to finish off the opponent!"

Lucario's eyes were filled with the desire to attack. He raised his fist and slammed it down on Nosegate, which was unsteady on its feet.

A loud thud, like a heavy object hitting the ground, echoed across the battlefield.

Dust flying everywhere!

After a long while, when the dust settled, everyone could see the battle situation clearly.

The referee raised the flag and announced the result: "Haoyan defeats Ruxie, the Gym Leader of the Kanazono Gym, in the second round!"

The entire room fell silent!

... ...

Chapter 22 Are you crazy? Wearing super-heavy protective gear in a fight?

The outcome of a match can often be decided in a single moment.

In less than ten seconds, Hao Yan's Lucario had already taken down Nosegate, which was good at defense.

What just happened?!

"Can any expert explain this?"

Many trainers didn't realize what was happening.

A seasoned-looking trainer who had earned four badges exclaimed, "Haoyan's tactics are absolutely perfect!"

"This is absolutely a textbook example of a perfect tactic!"

"Let Lucario use Aura Strike three times in a row. Because of the type advantage and Nosegate's slow movement speed, Gym Leader Cuckoo will definitely find a way to blast away the Aura Strike."

"To disperse an energy-type wave missile, you can only use an attack of the same energy type."

"Three consecutive exchanges of fire destroyed the battlefield and stirred up sandstorms to reduce visibility."

"Finally, take advantage of this crucial moment to rush in and inflict damage."

"At first, everyone thought that the wave missiles were used for offense, but in reality, they were used for cover!"

"It's absolutely perfect!"

After the experienced trainer's explanation, the surrounding audience understood the general idea.

One of the quicker-thinking trainers asked in confusion, "I remember that at the end, the Cuckoo Gym Leader had Nosegate use Thunderbolt. At such close range, how come it didn't hit Lucario? Can someone explain why?"

Upon hearing this question, the experienced trainer couldn't help but clap his hands in admiration, exclaiming, "Well asked!"

"A perfect plan requires an understanding of human nature!"

"Once Lucario gets close, he has an absolute advantage."