Why is my Pokémon acting a little weird?

In the world, it seemed that only the brilliance of this sword remained, and it seemed that only the sound of this sword could be heard in the ears.

"tread."

In an instant, Cang Xiang's four legs had already stepped lightly on the ground. The huge fireball did not hinder her nimble movements, not even causing the slightest hindrance. Behind her, the fireball had lost its original shape, being cut and disintegrated evenly.

"Click."

The huge fireball turned into countless flames and flew around.

As the flames dissipated, people were surprised to find that in every small fireball that was not cut off, there was a tiny stone - that was the degraded stone kicked out by the Flash Ace before...

No one noticed when Cang Xiang swung so many swords, splitting the fireball and the stone in the middle into countless pieces. From the perspective of the world, even Qiao Ran, no one discovered the real reason.

However, it was this unfathomable mystery and this incredible result that made them more determined in their inner guesses.

"Holy... This is definitely a holy sword!"

"This Pokémon is indeed!"

Looking at Cang Xiang who had chopped down the huge fireball with such ease, the residents of Spike Town all shouted excitedly.

"The end of the world is coming! The end of the world is coming!"

"The brave one is coming to save us!"

When they saw Qiao Ran before, they only recognized his identity as a hero based on Mary's assurance and Yveltal's proof, but this time it was completely different.

——This is the true sword of the king, the legend that saved Galar truly appeared before them.

Galar...is saved!

Chapter 256 252 [Meteor]

"Very good... Really amazing."

The crowd overwhelmingly supported Qiao Ran, and You Li on the other side didn't feel anything wrong. She touched her nose, and the smile on her face never stopped.

Although she was overshadowed by the other party, as a Galar, she was naturally happy to see such a powerful Cang Xiang. Not only that, she also deeply felt a certain "gap" between the two sides. This gap came not only from strength, but also from some unknown "rules".

Most Pokémon's skills are understandable to trainers. Even the few skills that are unique to certain Pokémon are usually special abilities developed due to their unique appearance. However, when the opponent uses a power beyond imagination and beyond their understanding, this gap has already appeared.

Just like Yveltal's power of death, just like the sword slashed by Cang Xiang - only they themselves can understand these things, and as humans, as Pokémon, all they can do is observe the results after the explosion of this power, but they cannot predict the reason why this power is generated.

"..."

This is the power of rules.

"Sure enough, there is still a gap in strength?"

Qiao Ran glanced at the opposite Flash Ace. The opponent's level was also exposed under Rotom's gaze. Although it had not reached level 50, it was still a powerful existence of more than level 40.

However, in Cang Xiang's eyes, this kind of strength is not a strong opponent.

After joining Qiao Ran's team, her strength and level have greatly improved the quality of Qiao Ran's entire team.

【Name: Cang Xiang】

【Level: 50】

When ordinary Pokémon reach the average level of the so-called "King" strength, which is above level 50 as mentioned by Qiao Ran, they will comprehend some special abilities related to certain rules. Qiao Ran has experienced this once in the Juqu Gym. However, for legends of the level of Cang Xiang, the so-called "rules"... Even if their level is only one level, they can still use these things.

This is the difference between ordinary Pokémon and legendary Pokémon.

However, even if the Cang Xiang reached level 50, it wouldn't experience the same rapid growth as ordinary Pokémon. After all, for them, level 50 is probably just a starting point. However, for most Pokémon, it is already the end point, or even an unattainable goal.

How many Pokémon can reach the level of Elite, and how many Pokémon trainers can have a team of six Elite Pokémon?

Qiao Ran narrowed his eyes. You Li in front of him could definitely be considered one. After all, she was the woman who defeated the undefeated champion, Dan Di, in the game plot.

However, she obviously hasn't reached that level of strength yet.

"Cang Xiang, sword dance!"

Qiao Ran is ready to press on with his victory. He is confident and it is necessary to win this battle. This is not just a battle for him alone, but also Cang Xiang's debut in front of the public. He must do it beautifully.

You have to win it all.

"Let's do this too, Flare Ace, use Bodybuilding!"

Yuri on the opposite side seemed to have noticed this as well, so she also had Flame Ace use a skill to enhance its own abilities. Generally speaking, this skill is not often used in battle. Compared with Sword Dance, which can increase the second attack power, Bodybuilding, which can only increase the first attack power and the first defense power, is really too mediocre.

However, this is Yuli's best choice now.

She wanted to fight, and she wanted to have a head-on confrontation with Cang Xiang, even if the final outcome was defeat.

——This is not only her expectation as a trainer, but also her expectation as a Galar.

Only if Cang Xiang is strong enough can he give them enough confidence and make them believe that there is hope.

“Gu…hohohoho!”

Enveloped in flames, the Flame Ace roared like a wild beast and struck a pose like a bodybuilder.

When the flames dissipated, its already strong body became more energetic, and its physical strength increased to an unprecedented level.

"Come on, our strongest fireball!!"

Yuri immediately gave the next order, and this time - Flame Ace actually raised one foot and picked up several stones from the ground at once.

After upgrading its physical body to a higher level, the Flash Ace's movements were seamless. Like an extremely skilled football player, it kicked the three stones that had turned into fireballs into the air at once.

Then, in mid-air, it leaned back, its head drawing a semicircle in the air. As it did this, its right foot kicked out three times like lightning.

Barb!

"Boom boom boom!!"

Three fireballs expanded instantly and flew towards Cang Xiang with a scorching breath. This move was not only visually breathtaking, but its power was also more than just one plus one equals two.

The kicking method and position of these three fireballs have almost predicted all possible directions of Sora Aoi's movement. In ordinary Pokémon competitions, this move is definitely the "ultimate move" to end the game.

In the real world of Pokémon, there's no such thing as skill values ​​or skill cooldowns. As long as a Pokémon has enough power and stamina, it's possible to release skills at an excessive frequency. However, Pokémon that can do this are few and far between, and only certain Pokémon that have undergone extensive training can achieve this.

"Ow—!"

Looking at the three fireballs coming towards her like meteors, the fighting spirit in Cang Xiang's eyes became stronger and stronger. The opponent was also an opponent worthy of her fight.

However, like her opponent, her sword is not to be trifled with.

"Cang Xiang, use the Holy Sword!!"

This time, Qiao Ran did not let Cang Xiang use the same Behemoth Slash as before, but chose the fighting skill "Holy Sword".

Giant Beast Slash is a special move for Cang Xiang, dealing double the damage to Gigantamax Pokémon, but offering no additional damage boost to normal Pokémon. However, Holy Sword is different; this move ignores the opponent's ability changes when striking—in other words, the defense boost from Flare Ace's Bodybuilding move is completely negated.

Qiao Ran wanted to decide the winner directly in this contest.

"Stab!"

In Cang Xiang's mouth, the long sword burst out with light again, extending out a light blade that was several meters long.

The power of the holy sword wielded by Cang Xiang, whose attack power has been increased by three stages, seems to have reached a terrifying level.

She and the sword have completely become one.

Chapter 257 253 [Hope]

Holy Sword - is the representative move of the three... no, four legendary Holy Swordsman Pokémon in the Unova region. However, unlike the exclusive move, many other more unique Pokémon can also use this skill, such as Aegisblade.

Of course, as the King of Swords, Cang Xiang is no exception. The so-called "Holy Sword" is almost a name tailor-made for her.

The huge and agile body bounced up, and the light blade tightly bitten in the mouth flew up and down. Although it was not using parts like human hands, it was more flexible and powerful than hands.

"Swish swish."

In another moment, a sword was swung out.

...Or rather, countless swords that have not been observed.

Just like neatly cut butter or steak, the three meteorite-sized fireballs did not cause much hindrance to Cang Xiang. They were subjected to precise "surgery" and turned into even fragments that fell to the ground.

There was no drag or preparation, everything was done naturally and smoothly, like breathing.

However, it is this smoothness that creates such a huge contrast.

"..."

Everything went quiet.

What about the powerful fireball?

Where's that huge, oppressive fireball from just now?

"..."

The place was completely silent, almost no one made a sound. They had originally thought that they would see Cang Xiang "slightly" exert some effort before

could solve these troubles, but what they saw was that she just slashed with her sword as before, and everything was over.

“…You…are you kidding me?”

Yuri's eyes widened instantly. What was the most terrifying thing? It was the unknown darkness and the bottomless abyss. Her strongest move couldn't even reveal Cang Xiang's strength. Not only that, the sword he swung left her deeply shocked and confused.

How did she manage to attack fireballs from three directions at the same time when she swung her sword?

Is it fast enough? Or is it...

There seemed to be no answer to this question. Trainers like Yuri could still think and analyze it, but the other townspeople of Spike Town, after gradually reacting, were already shouting the name of the hero.

"Brave! Brave! Brave!!"

"My lord, my lord, my lord!"

There was an unprecedented fanaticism in their eyes and happy smiles on their faces. This incomprehensible and overwhelming power, as well as abilities beyond imagination, simply made them happy to accept it.

...This feeling is like establishing some kind of strange belief.

Qiao Ran glanced at them, seemed to want to say something but then shut his mouth. He also understood that these residents had been depressed for too long, and what he should do was to lead them out of their predicament.

"Yuli, it's time to end."

Qiao Ran turned his attention back to the battlefield.

Others may not understand, but Qiao Ran understands the essence of the previous sword.

Cang Xiang's strength lies in offense, while her weakness lies in defense. However, when Cang Xiang's strength is higher than her opponent's, she can easily neutralize the opponent's attacks with her attacks. Every one of her actions can be considered "good-looking" by ordinary people, and is extremely practical.

Not only that, when Cang Xiang swings his sword, he has a speed that ordinary people can't imagine. Moreover, with a short sword blade, he can swing out blade energy that can attack the entire body of a Gigantamax Pokémon.

This is——"Giant Beast Slash".

Sora's unique skill can cause double damage to Gigantamax Pokémon. If her sword cannot reach the huge body of Gigantamax Pokémon, no matter how powerful her attack is, it will not cause enough damage.

So, although it seemed that Cang Xiang swung a sword before, in fact he swung countless swords with a huge range, attacking three fireballs at the same time.

Compared to the Gigantamax Pokémon, the coverage of this fireball is just child's play.

"……Um."

By the last moment, Yuri's excitement had calmed down, and a slight smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.

She gradually understood everything, and also understood the gap between herself and the legendary sword.

However, this battle only made her stronger.

"Go! Flare Ace, use Flare Charge!"

“…Guwu!”

The flame-wrapped rabbit Pokémon also showed no fear and began running across the arena.

This battle has come to an end.

"Cang Xiang, do it again, Giant Beast Slash!"

"Ow!"

The huge sword blade expanded again in Cang Xiang's mouth.

The two sides finally collided with each other.

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"boom!!!"

It was soon noon, several hours after the battle.

Even after such a long time, the aftermath of the battle seemed to still be fresh in our ears. Although Yuli's Flame Ace fell as expected, the residents of Spike Town did not think she was weak at all. Instead, they admired the commando captain who had fought with the "hero" even more.