Mind Master of the Elf World

Chapter 187 Jinghe VS Xiba! The Master Blacksmith: They're all mine! (Seeking monthly votes!)
The fight was so intense, it felt like every punch landed.
The speaker was none other than the famous Four Heavenly Kings of Fighting.

"Um, Elite Four member, do you mean Pokémon battles or trainers?" Aysa asked quietly from the side.

Shiba smiled and said, "Either is fine."

Jing He: "."

He glared at Aysa.

You little rascal, you just love to stir up trouble, don't you?

Trainers can also battle each other.

Shiba is not just a fighting king; he is a being who has achieved physical sainthood and can fight the giant Onix in hand-to-hand combat.

The only thing that could withstand it is probably something like Crimson.

At the very least, one would need to possess some kind of superpower, aura, or super-countering ability to contend with it.

so
The Pokémon world is indeed a world of high martial arts.

of course.

Watching the hand-to-hand combat with Shiba is just for fun.

If you really want to watch, you should watch Ash Ketchum, the super rookie from Pallet Town.

Jing He pursed her lips and said to Shiba:

"King Shiba, let's just forget about it."

After all, the difference in strength between him and Shiba was too great.

Little did he know that Shiba would slap Jinghe on the shoulder.

He laughed heartily and said:

"Young Master Jinghe, don't you want to see how your skilled blacksmith practices precise control of strength?"

click -

Hearing the sounds coming from inside her body and feeling the numbness and heat in her shoulders, Jing He's face flushed slightly.

It also involves the control of power.

Do you know how hard that slap was?

"Moreover, Brother Jinghe, your physical fitness is also quite good; you actually have a lot of potential for development."

Develop yourself?
Jinghe instinctively chose to refuse.

He doesn't really like his body turning into lumps.

but.

Shiba's words, however, enlightened him.

The blacksmith's strength is indeed great, and he has also received guidance from Cynthia Lucario on the use of weapons.

However, its control and use of power, especially in terms of precise mastery, is indeed somewhat lacking.

However, Jinghe had little experience in this area.

He originally planned to wait until the celebration was over before going back to do some research, think it over, and ask others for advice.

For example, the former principal.

It's clear that the former headmaster of the Kanaz Pokémon Academy must have been an outstanding fighter in his youth, and all of his Pokémon were Fighting-type Pokémon.

However, with guidance from the demonic flesh-man Shiba, the results would likely be even better.
"A master blacksmith!" Jing He called out.

"Chirp?"

The skilled blacksmith, who was examining the bench, cast a questioning glance at him.

"Want to try your luck with this uncle?"

Jinghe pointed to Xiba.

Uncle?
Shiba's expression froze instantly, and he subconsciously rubbed his chin.

After a long period of travel and experience, it seems he hasn't shaved for quite some time.

"Chirp?"

The skilled blacksmith tilted his head and winked at Shiba.

He then nodded emphatically.

"Chirp!"

Battles are Hammer's favorite thing!
Jinghe's four little guys, Gengar and Crafty, are the two most combative.

woohoo-

The skilled blacksmith wielded the hammer with great force, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

"That's quite a fighting spirit!" Shiba couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

"Then I'll have to trouble King Shiba," Jing He said wistfully.
After a brief moment of contemplation, Shiba also took out a Poké Ball.

"Then, it would be most suitable to have it as your opponent."

In a battle against Jinghe, Shiba naturally wouldn't send out its main Pokémon.

It can't be a shiny female monster, can it?
A strange look flashed across Jing He's eyes.

Upon hearing that there was a battle, people immediately gathered around, and many of them recognized Shiba at a glance.

"It's actually King Shiba!"

"Who is this person? How can he possibly fight against the Heavenly King Shiba?"

"It looks like... Teacher Jinghe? It really is Teacher Jinghe!"

"Teacher Jinghe can actually fight against the Four Heavenly Kings?"

"."

Jinghe is somewhat well-known online.

Of course, he is no match for Shiba, one of the Four Heavenly Kings.

"Go, Haoli!"

Amidst the flashing red light, a humanoid creature with a light green body, a gold belt around its waist, and dark green underwear appeared in front of Shiba.

It's a Shiny Machoke!
For some reason, a hint of disappointment flashed through Jinghe's heart.

"Cool!"

Haoli let out a low cry, spread his arms, and assumed a starting stance, his eyes sharp and resolute.

"chirp"

The skilled blacksmith glanced at Haoli, who was looking very serious, and then shook the hammer in his hand.

This green guy looks incredibly strong, and his fighting skills are probably even more outstanding.

but.

If you want to beat me, you'll have to ask the hammer in my hand if it agrees!

A faint pink thread appeared on the blacksmith's hammer.

It took a deep breath.

next moment.

"Chirp!"

The skilled blacksmith slowly tossed aside the "power wristband" he was wearing on his wrist.

boom! !

The wristband, though small, felt like it weighed dozens of kilograms when dropped on the ground!
hiss--

Upon seeing this, the surrounding crowd gasped in shock.

That cute little pink creature with its tiny arms and legs is actually carrying such a heavy load?
"It seems the master blacksmith has taken this seriously," Daigo exclaimed.

If Jinghe is the one who understands the skilled blacksmith the most, then Daigo should be the second most understanding.

no way.

He was aware of the terrifying power of the blacksmith, since he always sought the help of the blacksmith to repair the metal shells of his Steel-type Pokémon.

Shiba's lips curled into a smile.

This is right.

His gaze sharpened, and he clenched his fist, saying:
"Bullet punch!"

A white light burst forth from Haoli's body, and he took a step forward, approaching the master blacksmith at an extremely fast speed.

It displayed a strong aggressiveness from the very beginning.

Jinghe's eyes flashed with the image of Haoli, and she learned about the moves and characteristics it possessed.

呲——

Flames erupted from Haoli's body as he ran at full speed.

It actually voluntarily entered a "burned" state!
However, Hao Li's momentum did not weaken because of this state; on the contrary, it became even more fierce and powerful.

It is named "perseverance" simply because of its characteristic.

[Guts: Pokémon with this ability gain a huge boost to their Attack when afflicted with a status condition, and can ignore the damage reduction effect of 'Burst' on physical moves.]

The burning pain will only make me stronger!

This is my way of martial arts!
The reason why Haoli was in a "burning" state was because he was carrying a special item - the Flame Orb.

[Flame Orb: The Pokémon holding this item will be afflicted with a 'burn' status.] In a battle like this, the Blacksmith's "Swords Dance" boost is definitely useless.

Otherwise, before the "Sword Dance" could even be completed, the approaching Hao Li would probably use an exaggerated combination of fighting techniques and moves to take down the skilled blacksmith.

so.
The only way is to fight back!

"Master blacksmith, prepare your ice hammer!"

ka ka ka-

As Haoli swung his fist, the skilled blacksmith's hammer was quickly covered with frost, and he swung the hammer to meet the fist.

But on the other side, Shiba suddenly shouted:
"Split the tiles!"

In an instant, Hao Li transformed his fist into a palm, his body suddenly adopting a very tricky angle to avoid the blacksmith's hammer as he swung his palm.

At the same time, Shiba on the sidelines made almost the exact same move as Ghalib.

"A master blacksmith!" Jing He suddenly exclaimed.

I saw.

The hammer he was swinging suddenly stopped, and he actually aimed it at Hao Li after he changed his move!
Feint!

"Did the teacher see through King Shiba and Haoli's intentions?" Du Juan asked in surprise from the sidelines.

Those are the Four Heavenly Kings!

The teacher can actually read the Four Heavenly Kings first?
boom!
A hand as sharp as a blade collided with a massive metal hammer.

The two sides immediately turned into a pure contest of strength.
No, there are techniques involved.

A glint flashed in Shiba's eyes, and his body movements changed, almost mirroring Haoli's.

After his palm made contact with the hammer, it slid down the handle and struck the skilled blacksmith's chest.

boom--

The skilled blacksmith, who was sent flying backwards, showed a look of astonishment on his face.

That was just now.
A look of surprise appeared in Haoli's eyes.

That little guy's strength...something's not right!
Something is very wrong!

It even felt a slight soreness in its wrist.

"good chance!"

But then Shiba shouted excitedly.

An opponent flying in the air is the best target for any top fighter.

Haoli could only suppress his surprise, push off with both feet, and chased after him.

"Ice Hammer, throw the hammer!"

"Chirp!"

The skilled blacksmith, unsuspecting, immediately struck out with his hammer.

"Grab the hammer and use the momentum to throw it!"

As Machoke closed in, he dodged the hammer's head and precisely grabbed the handle. Dark red Fighting-type energy surged from his body.
whoosh-

Haoli lost his footing and was taken down by the hammer!
Shiba & Haoli: "?"

What kind of hammer is this? It's so heavy!

Is that an exaggeration?

Jing He smiled slightly.

Now it's our turn to attack.

"on!"

The skilled blacksmith, having landed, pushed off with both legs, his speed increasing dramatically. In a flash, he reached Haoli and grabbed the hammer handle.

Frost froze instantly.

"Chirp!!"

The seemingly small arms unleashed terrifying power.

Swing it in a circle!

"Well done!"

Shiba temporarily put aside the issue of the hammer's absurd weight and said with great enthusiasm:

"Heroic Power, Close Combat!"

Bang, bang bang——

After exchanging blows with their fists and hammers, the two sides separated and called it a day.

Both Haoli and the skilled blacksmith were slightly out of breath.

But without a doubt, in that exchange of blows just now, the skilled blacksmith was at a disadvantage.

However, the "burned" state of Haoli also consumed a lot of its energy.

And this is indeed what Jinghe wanted to see.

because
"Swap the characteristics!" Jing He commanded.

A glimmer of light flashed in the eyes of the skilled blacksmith.

With the blessing of special power, it gained the characteristic of Majesty - perseverance.

The onlookers all looked puzzled.

Haoli's special properties require special items to work with, like those from a skilled blacksmith.
"Cool?!"

Haoli seemed to realize something, and when he checked his belt, he found that the item was gone!
"Chirp?"

Are you looking for this?
The skilled blacksmith raised his hand with a smile.

A fiery red jewel lay quietly in its palm.

Ok? !

Stealing something while you can!

"Good heavens!" Aysa exclaimed, "Your special ability is mine, your items are mine, everything that's yours is mine, right?"

The skilled blacksmith bared his teeth, and flames rose from his body.

The "Perseverance" trait is triggered!
'If the skilled blacksmith masters 'Playful Play,' this battle will actually be quite simple.'

Jinghe thought to herself, but continued to give instructions verbally.

"Go for it, bring on the ice hammer again!"

Shiba and Hawley's momentum did not diminish.

"Haoli, let's have one more time, close combat!"

boom--

The terrifying force of the collision nearly shook the ground, leaving cracks and ripples of air spreading outwards in waves.

The surrounding spectators had to use their arms to shield their eyes in order to continue seeing what was happening in the arena.

a long time.

All sounds are silent.

All that remains are dilapidated streets.

On the field, a battered blacksmith struggled to stand against his hammer, while beside him, the eyes of the gleaming ghoul had turned into spirals.

While "close combat" is powerful, it also reduces the user's physical and special defense, which is one of the main reasons for Macho Might's defeat.

"chirp"

The skilled blacksmith, dragging his weary body, found his "power wristband" amidst the chaotic ruins and silently put it on his wrist.

"Chirp! (▼⊿▼)"

For an instant.

The crowd went wild.

Jinghe, with her keen eyes, noticed that the little guy had hidden the "Flame Orb" under his wristband!
"Teacher Jinghe actually beat the Four Heavenly Kings?!"

"Even though that's definitely not Shiba's main Pokémon, who cares! Spread the word, Teacher Jinghe beat the Elite Four who didn't use their main Pokémon!"

"Pass it on, Teacher Jinghe has defeated the Four Heavenly Kings!"

"Pass this down: Teacher Jinghe is going to beat up the Four Heavenly Kings!"

"."

As the rumors grew increasingly outrageous, Jinghe's eyes twitched slightly.

He quickly stepped forward and embraced the swaying blacksmith.

Shiba also came over.

Looking at Jinghe and the skilled blacksmith.

“I see in you an indomitable will, the will of the brave!” Shiba said in a deep voice.

Brave?
It’s not fun to say this!
But Jinghe was indeed very gratified by the skillful blacksmith's will.

After being embraced by him, the skilled blacksmith fell into a deep sleep.
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