Mind Master of the Elf World

Chapter 803 Mega Evolution VS. Crystallization!
At the referee's signal, the two players each threw out a Poké Ball.

"Go ahead, Gyarados!"

A-Lv's starting move is still the signature red "Intimidate" Gyarados!

The ferocious Gyarados, covered in red scales, was already over three meters tall when it just stood up halfway, unleashing a deafening roar!

"Roar--!!!"

A normal Gyarados can reach a length of 6.5 meters, but Lance's Gyarados evolved due to special electromagnetic interference. Not only is it shiny, but it is also superior to a normal Gyarados in terms of physical abilities and talents.

The "Intimidate" ability can cause considerable trouble for physical attack-type Pokémon at the start of a battle.

Not to mention the battle against Giovanni, who is known as "Gakki of the Earth". It goes without saying that Water-type is super effective against Ground-type, and Flying-type is immune to Ground-type moves, which makes it even more effective.

Talk about it.
Wataru has a significant advantage over Boss Sakaki in terms of attributes alone.

After all, the name "dodo bird" isn't just a random name.

at the same time.

Giovanni also threw out a Poké Ball, and then...
"Banji!!"

Tyranitar, whose ferocity was in no way inferior to Gyarados, and even more exaggerated, landed heavily on the field with a "bang" as it was covered in dark green scales.

Faced with Gyarados's "intimidation," Tyranitar showed no fear whatsoever. Instead, it glared back at Gyarados with a fierce expression, its sharp teeth bared.

As Bangalore appeared, a huge sandstorm immediately rose up and swirled in the air.

"Banji?"

When Bangiras, who was sitting next to Jinghe, saw the big green guy who appeared, he was stunned and even stopped eating.

Jing He smiled slightly.

Although it's unknown whether Giovanni's Tyranitar is related to his own Tyranitar by blood, it's likely...
By watching the game, one's own Tyranitar should be able to learn something, right?

Sure enough, the little guy squinted his eyes, seemingly getting serious.

Just as Jing He's thought crossed his mind, Tyranitar gently tugged at Jing He's clothes with its huge, thick paw.

"Banji!"

Hey! It's not as tall as me!

Jing He: "."

I suddenly feel a bit tired.

On the field.

"The battle begins!"

As the referee's flag fell, the semi-final of another "Pokémon World Masters Championship" officially began!

"Gyarados, Dragundus!"

"Roar--!!"

The red Gyarados roared to the sky, its aura rapidly increasing, making its already ferocious appearance even more monstrous.

A-Du launched the first attack, but his radical choice to start with the Dragon Dance was somewhat unexpected.

So brave.

But this also shows that A-Du's offensive desire is extremely strong today!

But Sakaki's choice was...
"Come back, Bangiras."

A beam of red light shot out, and after glaring at Tyranitar once more, the roaring Tyranitar disappeared into the arena following the red light.

"Mr. Giovanni chose to replace his Pokémon immediately!" The commentator's voice also carried a hint of surprise.

Is it simply to stir up a sandstorm?

That's one aspect.

On the other hand, Tyranitar appears unaffected by Gyarados's "intimidation," but that's only on the surface.

but.

The way both sides started made A-Du's choice seem extremely wise. Not only did he gain a Dragon Dance buff for nothing, but he also seized the initiative in the battle during the opponent's substitution.

Xiaochun, sitting in the audience, curled the corners of her lips into a smile.

Everyone thought that A-Du was not good at tactics, but only she knew that A-Du would make thorough preparations before each battle, including watching the opponent's battle videos.

Sandstorm Team is the tactical system that Giovanni has used most frequently since he started competing.

"The one taking the stage now is—Super Armored Rhino!!"

Ground/Rock type Pokémon, Rhyperior?

When everyone saw that enormous creature with a burly build, covered in orange-red stone bricks and pointed horns, appear on the field, they couldn't help but feel puzzled.

what?
Tyranitar may be twice as weak to Water and still be "intimidated", but it's still safer than Rhyperior, which is four times as weak to Water, when facing Gyarados, right?

Are you sure this won't be instantly killed by Gyarados, which just finished its Dragon Dance?
Even Jinghe was somewhat surprised.

But after a brief moment of thought, Jinghe seemed to understand something.

"Gyarados, Aqua Tail!" Lance waved his hand and launched a fierce attack without hesitation.

"Roar--!!"

The red Gyarados roared once more, using the speed gained from Dragon Dance to quickly approach the newly appeared Rhyperior.

At the same time, the sound of rushing water rose up, and its tail, carrying a surging current, slammed into the Super Armored Rhinoceros!

Sakaki's expression remained unchanged, his eyes narrowed slightly, and he said in a deep voice, "Super Armored Rhinoceros, next!"

Next?
All the audience members were stunned.

Although there was a sandstorm at the scene, it could only have a minor impact on Gyarados. Theoretically, the sandstorm strengthens the Special Defense of Rock-type Pokémon, not their Physical Defense.
Furthermore, Gyarados also received a physical attack boost from Dragon Dance.

next second.

The audience then got the answer.

boom! !

The Rhyperior roared and stretched out its incredibly thick hands to face the red Gyarados's tail, which was wrapped in surging water.

A dull thud was accompanied by the splashing sound of water.

"Did you catch it?"

"You really caught it?"

When they saw the two furrows left by the Super Armored Rhino as it slid across the ground, and when they saw the Super Armored Rhino standing tall on the field with its arms raised, the vast majority of people's faces showed astonishment and disbelief.

really.

Jing He, sitting in the audience, gently rubbed her chin and nodded slightly.

This scene seemed to have been captured by the director, and immediately a Rotom drone flew in front of it, appearing in the corner of the big screen as a narrator.

"Could Teacher Jinghe answer our questions?" came the explanation.

Ok?
Explanation?

Jing He was taken aback.

Our commentary is paid!

However, after a brief pause, he quickly replied, "Because Mr. Sakaki's Rhyperior has the ability 'Hard Rock'."

[Hard Rock: When hit by a highly effective attack, reduces the attack's power to three-quarters!]

In other words.

While Rhyperior, a Ground/Rock type, is four times weak to Water, its "Solid Rock" ability actually makes it three times weak to Water.

Furthermore, Rhyperior is a Pokémon that excels at physical defense. Forcing Lance and Gyarados to use physical attacks during the sandstorm is also a way of attacking Rhyperior's strongest defensive position.

so.
Only the Super Armored Rhino can avoid being instantly killed.

Many viewers suddenly realized what was happening.

Jinghe quickly added, "If nothing unexpected happens, the item carried by Mr. Sakaki's Super Armored Rhino should be a 'weakness insurance'."

The voice just fell.

hum-

A powerful aura suddenly surged from the Super Rhino on the field, dust swirled beneath its feet, and its momentum began to rise rapidly.

"It really is a 'weakness insurance'!" the commentator exclaimed in surprise.

It's more than just "vulnerability insurance".
Sakaki's voice came at just the right moment, "Super Armored Rhinoceros, Rock Polish!"

Bang - Bang -

The collision caused by rocks rubbing against each other, along with the rattling sound of teeth grinding together.

With the basic speed of the Super Armored Rhinoceros, how could it be polished with rocks?

Accelerated flow super armored mad rhinoceros, never seen one like it before, have you?
quickly.

The Super Armored Rhino seemed extremely familiar with this move; by the time the "Weakness Insurance" wore off, Rock Polish was already complete!
Ever since.
"Sharp Stone Attack!" Sakaki retracted his weapon.

Boom! Boom! Boom—

Sharp rock pillars rise abruptly from the ground.

Because its tail was grabbed by Rhyperior, Gyarados, after struggling to break free, directly took the brunt of the impact from the Stone Edge attack!
boom! !

The immense impact sent Lance's red Gyarados flying in an instant, the intense pain nearly knocking it unconscious.

"Gyarados, hang in there!!" Lance shouted, clenching his fist.

The audience watching this scene gasped in shock.

Rhyperior, which should have been four times weaker to water, wasn't one-shotted by Gyarados's Water Tail. Instead, Gyarados was almost one-shotted by Rhyperior's Stone Attack.
Although Gyarados is indeed twice as weak to Rock-type.

"Roar, roar!"

The red Gyarados managed to hold on thanks to Lance's shouts, panting heavily as it looked at the Rhyperior opposite it with considerable apprehension.

For the first time, a hint of surprise appeared on Sakaki's face.

Withstood it?
Clearly, the cry to "hold on" wasn't just empty words.

"Come back, Gyarados." Lance breathed a sigh of relief, took the Poké Ball, and recalled Gyarados. Gyarados with the "Intimidate" ability was very important in his team; if it was completely unable to battle right from the start, it would be a big problem.

Fortunately, they held on.

"Gyarados held on! Lance has chosen to replace his Pokémon!"

Jinghe clicked her tongue in agreement.

Is this a battle between two "cheaters"?
They're throwing out one or two "lock-in" items like they're free.

So what if they all have "the power of eternal life"?
"The one taking the stage now is—King Thorn Dragon!"

Lance's second Pokémon, a Water/Dragon type Pokémon, Kingdra!
Upon its debut, Kingdra, under Lance's command, helped Gyarados complete the final victory.

"Super Armored Rhinoceros, incapacitated!"

The referee waved his flag and announced the result.

The first Pokémon to lose its ability to battle in this match has appeared.

A'du goes to the next city first!
Despite losing one Pokémon, Giovanni remained calm, one hand in his pocket. After recalling Rhyperior and putting it back on his waist, he immediately threw out his third Poké Ball.

"The third Pokémon that Mr. Giovanni sent out was—Nidoqueen!!"

"Nedo!!"

Nidoran, clad in a light blue, armor-like body, roared at Lance's Kingdra.

"Genga—!!"

When the Gengar in front of Jinghe saw Nidoqueen, its eyes lit up immediately. It floated to the front, made a megaphone with its hands, and shouted to cheer Nidoqueen on.

They used to play together, and now they're all standing on the stage of the "Masters Tournament".

"King Thorn Dragon, summon rain!" After reaping the last "health bar" of the Super Armored Rhinoceros, Adu gave another command upon seeing Nido.

The presence of sandstorms has a significant impact.

Moreover, Lance has now mastered half of the "Storm" tactic, and his Pokémon are quite compatible with rainy weather.

"Woo—" The melodious voice of the Thorn Dragon King echoed throughout the entire arena.

The sandstorm gradually dissipated, and dark clouds filled the sky, accumulating moisture.

Just as King Thorn Dragon was praying for rain, Giovanni also gave instructions.

"Nido Queen, Freeze Fist!"

Nidoran appeared before King Thorn Dragon at some unknown time, his raised fist covered in frost.

boom! !

It was smashed out with great force.

Ice crystals scattered.

Not a single drop landed on Kingdra, yet Kingdra shot out like a cannonball.

It flew past Adu in an instant and crashed into the arena's barrier.

This punch.
The entire place was completely silent.

Is that supposed to be an "ordinary" freezing punch?

The director seemed to have learned his lesson, and the aerial view of Rotom reappeared in front of Jing He in the audience.

"If Dan Di doesn't pay his appearance fee, I'll corner him in the bathroom," Jing He explained calmly, his mind swirling with malice.

"Nidoqueen's characteristic is forcefulness. She carries the item 'Life Orb', so her explosive power is naturally not weak."

But ultimately it's not part of our department.

King Thorn Dragon has not completely lost its ability to fight.

The sandstorm had dissipated, and raindrops fell continuously like silk threads.

"King Thorn Dragon, Water Cannon!" Adu took a deep breath and shouted.

In the rain, Lance's Kingdra's speed skyrockets, with the "Easy Swim" ability doubling its speed in the rain!
The surging water column rushed towards Nido.

then
Giovanni raised his arm. "Nidoqueen, surf!"

Nido then showed everyone what it meant to "ride the waves"!

"earthquake!"

"Nedo!!"

Taking advantage of the surfing to get close to Kingdra, I bravely slammed the ground against Kingdra's water cannon, creating a terrifying tremor in the arena.

"King Thorn Dragon, incapacitated!" The referee waved his flag.

The score is now 1-1!

However, the sandstorm has passed, but the rain continues.

And Lance's third Pokémon was—Dragonite!
Surprisingly, the third one sent out their ace Dragonite.

Do not!
Soon someone realized it.

Although both are Dragonite, this one doesn't seem to be Lance's ace.

As the heir of the Dragon Clan, it's reasonable for him to have two or three Dragonite, right?
"Dragonite, Hurricane!"

Under the rain, an exaggerated storm swept in.

Giovanni glanced at the Dragonite in the sky and said to Nidoran, "Hold on."

"Nedo!"

Nido nodded heavily and stomped his foot on the ground.

The storm raged on, but Nido seemed to draw strength from the earth, remaining steadfast amidst the storm.

When I stand tall on the earth.
"avalanche!"

Just as the storm ended after Dragonite flapped its wings, an avalanche appeared out of nowhere above it and crashed down.

[Avalanche: When attacked by an opponent's move, the power of that move will be doubled!]

The Avalanche, with a base power of 60 points, suddenly jumped to an astonishing 120 points, comparable to a blizzard!

In addition, Nidoran's own characteristics and the boost from items further enhance his abilities.
"Woo——"

Dragonite cried out in pain as it was slammed down from the sky.

A-Long's pupils contracted. "Dragonite, hang in there!"

Just before crashing to the ground, Dragonite finally regained its ability to flap its wings from the extreme cold of the avalanche.

"Lightning speed! Water flow tail!"

The Dragonite, shrouded in white light, swiftly approached Nidoran and slammed its tail, which was wreathed in water, into the air, sending Nidoran flying.

"Nido has lost his ability to fight!"

Then, Giovanni sent out his fourth Pokémon, Aggron!
With a sharp stone attack, it took away Lance's Dragonite and stirred up sand and dust again, creating a sandstorm.

The score is now tied at 2-2.

Lance's fourth Pokémon is an ancient Pokémon, Aerodactyl!
This can be considered as taking advantage of the benefits brought by the sandstorm.

but.
The fossil pterosaur was no match for the Aggron with its terrifying defense, bringing the score to 2:3.

Boss Dora, a brutal two-in-a-row attack!

This is also the first time so far that Giovanni has taken the lead in the score.

Because someone lost three Pokémon, the game went into halftime to allow for a change of venue.

This also gives both sides more time to think.

The next Pokémon choice is crucial for Lance.

With more than half of his Pokémon gone, if he loses another one, he will be at a huge disadvantage. Given Giovanni's current performance, if the score reaches 2:4, a comeback will be extremely difficult.

so.
A-du made a choice that surprised many people.

Charizard!
Although Charizard isn't exactly Lance's signature Pokémon, it was indeed his first Pokémon, and the bond between them can't be measured by external standards of what constitutes a signature Pokémon.

Therefore, at the crucial moment, Wataru trusted Charizard.

Even so, when facing Giovanni, Charizard was at a significant disadvantage in terms of type.

But Charizard responded to Lance with a Ground-type move, Scorching Sands, which put Aggron into a "burning" state.

With his Brick Breaker, he defeated Aggron in a 1v1 despite the opponent's type disadvantage!
The score came to 3:3.

By any measure, they appear to be evenly matched.

Giovanni then sent out Dugtrio, but Lance and his Charizard were clearly in a trance, and in the end, Lance managed to carry Dugtrio out of the field with a single Solar Beam from Charizard.

4: 3!

This put Sakaki at a disadvantage.

But Giovanni remained calm and sent out Tyranitar, who had never appeared since his first appearance!
"Banjiras!"

Giovanni patted his chest lightly. Where the Team Rocket "R" symbol should have been, there was now a special brooch with a key stone embedded inside!

"Mega evolution!"

"Banji!!!"

Why did they choose Tyranitar as their Mega Evolution user?
Others might think, what's so strange about Tyranitar using a Mega Evolution?
but.
Lance recalled his Charizard, which was down to its last sliver of health, and then unleashed his final trump card.

"Dragonite!!"

"Soar through the sky!"

Too crystalline!
"Woo——!!"

Transparent ice crystals piled up, and Dragonite instantly completed its Crystallization, changing its type to...
"Taijing Water?!"

"Huh? When did Champion A-Lv change the Crystal type of Dragonite?"

"It's not like Taijing; this is interesting."

(End of this chapter)