Pokémon: I picked up a reborn Eevee at the start of the game

The sound of Pikachu releasing the electric net is exactly the same as in the anime. After a loud cry, an electric net gathers on Pikachu's tail.

Those watching were puzzled. Zoroark was still in the void, so who was the target of this electric net?

Is it to wait for Zoroark to come out and then slap her in the face?

But if that's the case, why not choose the more damaging 100,000 volts or thunder?

Although Xia Chen was also somewhat puzzled, his vigilance soared rapidly.

Speaking of Pikachu's signature moves, besides Thunderbolt and the all-powerful Iron Tail, the various ingenious uses of the electric net made him, a former anime fan, exclaim with amazement.

Now that they are opponents, they are naturally wary of Pikachu's sudden move.

At this moment, on the battlefield, the electric net on Pikachu's lightning-shaped tail had been thrown up and then deployed.

But then, a dazzling electric net spread out in the air like a fishing line, and then, as it fell, it formed a sphere about half a meter in diameter that enveloped Pikachu, looking like a protective shield made of lightning.

The audience was even more confused.

This method might be able to prevent digging or diving, but the stealthy attacks are ubiquitous and can even penetrate the barriers that are being defended. How can an electric grid be defended?

Soon, Zoroark proved the audience's guess right: the exit for the Phantom Raid appeared directly inside the lightning cage formed by the electric grid.

A cursed fox, brimming with resentment, emerged from the void, its attack striking Pikachu with unerring precision.

Pikachu's tiny body was covered in another wound, and he cried out in pain.

So what is the purpose of this power grid?

This was a terrible move by Crimson in a moment of desperation.

The answer is far more complex than that.

Pikachu, having been ambushed by a hidden spirit, did not hesitate for a moment and immediately gathered energy to launch a counterattack.

Mad Volt!

Pikachu, crackling with electricity, leaps and charges forward, using its entire body as a weapon to crash into Zoroark, whose first instinct is naturally to dodge.

But the cage formed by the electric grid shattered this idea instantly; in the extremely confined space, Zoroark's pride in his speed had no room to be exerted.

It will take some time to break free of the electric fence, and forcibly breaking through will result in close contact with it, and the strange energy on it will slow down Zoroark's speed.

This is something she cannot accept.

So, she could only grit her teeth and take a hit from Pikachu's Mad Volt while simultaneously blasting a Shadow Ball at the electric grid.

The powerful impact caused Zoroark's body to sway backward, but he still managed to hit the electric grid.

呲——

A powerful electric current traveled up his back and through his entire body, and Zoroark immediately noticed that his speed had slowed down.

Meanwhile, Pikachu, which was also bounced back onto the electric grid by the "recoil" of Crazy Volt, was full of energy, and even emitted a faint orange glow!

Pikachu's Lightning Rod ability activates, boosting its Special Attack!

The full effect of Pikachu's electric net has finally been revealed. This is not a common move, but a divine move!

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"Wow! It's like Meowth riding on Bulbasaur, absolutely amazing!"

This strange metaphor naturally came from Nemo, who was currently clapping and praising Crimson's actions.

"Killing two birds with one stone... no, killing three birds with one stone! Not only did it prevent Zoroark from dodging Mad Volt, but it also triggered the damage and slowing effect of the electric net, and even used the recoil of Mad Volt to activate its [Lightning Rod] ability. How amazing!"

While the others didn't react as dramatically as Nemo, their expressions clearly showed that they were also amazed by Red and Pikachu's brilliant response.

Daigo remarked, "What matters is not just how much damage was dealt, but also the change in momentum and situation. Next, it's Pikachu's turn to attack. Speaking of which, this match has been truly exciting, with the two Pokémon taking turns to shine."

Mikkel nodded, seemingly lost in thought, and said, "These two guys... they seem a bit like arch-enemies, don't they?"

The two guys he was referring to were naturally Xia Chen and Chi Hong.

Qinglu, who was standing to the side, had a complicated expression when she heard this.

I was here first... Whether it's because we grew up together or because Grandpa used me as a comparison to spur me on, I'm still here.

That rival's spot... I was here first...

Joking aside, Qinglu could see clearly the two guys standing on the battlefield.

While the difference in the strength of the spirits may not be particularly large, they fall short in terms of intelligence and creativity.

This is something that can't be bridged by hard work and training alone.

Alas, if green is born, why is red...?

Chapter 469 Dynamax Fairyclops? Dynamax Cute!

The spectators had their own opinions, but the pace of the action on the field remained as fast as ever.

Having suffered a series of losses, Zoroark quickly recovered, blasting a hole in the electric grid with a Shadow Ball and crawling out through it.

Thanks to her calm reaction, she avoided being hit by the subsequent Thunder Punch, allowing Pikachu to snowball its advantage.

After battling continuously with Poliwag, Snorlax, and Pikachu, Zoroark was starting to tire.

Fortunately, the Ghost-type has enough energy left to sustain the battle with a barrage of high-quality moves.

"Let's do it again, an eye for an eye!"

Xia Chen instructed Zoroark to continue using her signature move that relied on appearance.

It wasn't that I was acting like a gambler; it was mainly because the [Frostbite] status was very effective at limiting Pikachu's output, especially since it had just boosted its Special Attack thanks to the [Lightning Rod] ability.

The dense ghostly energy transformed into resentment and rose from the ground, completely covering the lightning cage formed by the entire power grid.

The electric net that had just bound Zoroark now became a hindrance to Pikachu, with Zoroark standing right outside the only exit created by the Shadow Ball.

It seems there's no need to think too much about how to make the choice.

"Pikachu, Wild Volt!"

Almost the instant Red finished giving the command, a powerful electric current surged through Pikachu's body. The lightning bolts, like the best engine, propelled the yellow mouse into a sudden sprint.

Although Wild Charge, being a physical attack move, cannot benefit from the boost from Lightning Rod, it is the best choice to break the deadlock in this situation.

Only a rigid and inflexible trainer would insist on using a special attack move like Thunderbolt in such a situation.

This crazy volt was a signal, giving Xia Chen and Zoroark two completely different options.

Either you step aside and let me rush out, so I can avoid endless cycles of revenge, and you won't be hit by the Mad Volt.

Either you stubbornly refuse to dodge, or neither of us will fare well.

Chi Hong bets that Xia Chen will choose the first option, which is the one that pleases everyone.

After all, in terms of physical condition, Pikachu, who had only recently appeared, was much stronger than Zoroark, which had been fighting for a long time.

If we use a game analogy, Pikachu might at most go from green to yellow health, but Zoroark would inevitably be reduced to only red health after being hit by this Mad Volt.

This is the legendary Great Cripple.

Once it hits, Soroark will have no room for error.

Crimson was 80-90% certain that this situation would occur.

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However, to his surprise, Zoroark, who was blocking the exit of the electric cage, was completely stunned and didn't move at all when faced with Pikachu's crazy Volt Charge attack!

Could it be that she didn't realize it?

Shocked, Crimson made this guess.

No, let alone Xia Chen, any Gym Leader and their Pokémon who don't exaggerate their skills would be able to figure it out. Zoroark couldn't possibly be below that level.

So there's only one answer left, and Xia Chen chose option two—mutual destruction!

This guy... still doesn't play by the rules!

Crimson muttered to himself, but he wasn't too disappointed.

After all, Xia Chen's choice was more in line with his interests to some extent. Trading injury for injury, would my Pikachu with its invincibility cheat be afraid of you?

Of course, that's a joke.

However, Pikachu's HP bar has always been a mystery. From Arceus to a level 9 Snivy, you never know which Pokémon's move it will fall to.

The cycle of revenge coiled around Pikachu from bottom to top, while Pikachu's Mad Volt landed a precise counterattack.

There's really no need to aim. Zoroark just stands there without any intention of dodging, so the probability of missing is much lower than the probability of hitting.

Zoroark was knocked back nearly ten meters by the impact of Mad Volt, and Pikachu also groaned in pain under the combined force of the Wraith attack and the recoil of Mad Volt. On the surface, neither side gained an advantage.

But anyone with a discerning eye can see that Pikachu is in much better condition than Zoroark.

On the opposite side of the battlefield, Xia Chen's brows furrowed slightly.

It wasn't that I was worried about Zoroark's condition, but rather that the additional effect of this "revenge for revenge" hadn't been triggered again!

Is my face really that dark?

Xia Chen felt indignant at first, but then immediately felt relieved.

Hmm... maybe Zoroark just had bad luck, or maybe Pikachu was just too lucky. Anyway, it's not my fault.

Joking aside, the fact that Pikachu didn't get the [Frostbite] status was quite significant.

The base power of the "revenge for revenge" move is not as good as Shadow Ball. Xia Chen's goal is to inflict the "Frostbite" status ailment on Pikachu so that it can double the power. Now it seems that this idea is really something that is visible but unattainable.

More importantly, in Xia Chen's design, by weakening Pikachu's special attack ability through [freezing], the opponent can be forced to use physical attack moves.

If Pikachu is brought into close combat, Zoroark can use the move Phantom Assault to gain an advantage and might even be able to turn the tide.

Indeed, Xia Chen was keenly aware that Pikachu now held the upper hand in the current situation.

There's nothing to be ashamed of in admitting it; after all, that's Pikachu, and Xia Chen isn't arrogant enough to think he's invincible.

This is also why he took a risky move just now and didn't let Zoroark dodge Crazy Volt.

Unfortunately, I was still a bit unlucky...

At this moment, Xia Chen felt a pang of sorrow, thinking, "How cruel is Heaven to me!"