You're not allowed to play Pokémon!

After a hard-fought victory in Chapter 226, it was suddenly discovered that the BOSS had a second phase...

If one word could describe the current feelings of this challenger wielding the Fierce Leg Locust, it would be—

hemp!
This isn't what we agreed on!
Shouldn't he be the one to command the Fierce Leg Locust to kick the evil Soul-Hooking Eye away, giving all the comrades who had been victimized a chance to vent their anger?

Then, after easily winning the dojo assessment, amidst the unanimous praise and admiring glances from the viewers in the live stream, will you receive the Sunshine Dojo badge personally awarded by Teacher Qingyu, becoming the most dazzling person in Padia today?

It would be even better if there were a few more compliments, and even better if they came from Teacher Yu herself!

but……

Why did Teacher Yu suddenly switch to a different Pokémon?
Wasn't it supposed to be Sableye to keep things in check? Where did this Riolu come from?

Watching Riolu moving its wrists, the little boy suddenly felt a tremor in his heart for no apparent reason.

After a hard-fought victory, I suddenly discovered that the boss had a second phase...

I think I've heard that Teacher Yu usually borrows Pokémon from the League for his assessments.

However, Yu-sensei also bred several Pokémon herself, and even caught a powerful Pokémon in Kitakami Township, which even possessed the terrifying strength to take on four legendary powerful beings in a one-on-one battle...

This Riolu was one of the first Pokémon that Teacher Yu presented to the challengers.

Perhaps it's because using the main Pokémon is too unfair to beginners, so they sent out a Pokémon that hasn't evolved yet?
Thinking this way, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.

If it's just a Riolu, it probably won't be that strong!
"Riolus is just a mere Riolu, let's get past it together!"

Locust instinctively turned around and looked at its trainer with a strange gaze.

"Sa?"

Even Qingyu could understand its meaning.

【Me, fighting Riolu? Really?】

Because they are born with a fighting instinct, Pokémon are far more sensitive to momentum or fighting power than humans.

Especially for Fighting-type Pokémon that aim for the ultimate goal of "mind's eye," their sixth sense rarely fails.

Although the Fierce Leg Locust doesn't have any fighting attributes, it is very good at judging the strength of its opponents.

Therefore, the shrew could clearly sense that something was wrong with this Riolu.

What Pokémon that hasn't evolved yet has such an intimidating aura? It feels more like I'm facing a Machamp!

But since the trainer has said so...

"Sa!"

After nodding, the Fierce-Legged Locust quickly assumed a fighting stance, and its third pair of legs, which had been folded up on its back, swiftly landed on the ground for balance.

Since it was the first time he had seen this Pokémon, Qingyu couldn't help but take a few more glances at it.

They really do look like they escaped from the tokusatsu studio next door...

At the same time, the panel of the Fierce Leg Locust also appeared in his eyes.

【Female Fierce-legged Locust】

[Attribute: Insect + Dark]

【Features: Colored glasses】

"So you were viewing things with prejudice all along?"

Qingyu muttered to herself, and immediately understood why this little classmate was so confident in going against the elemental advantage.

Although in reality, Bug/Dark isn't that afraid of Fighting types...

The trait of colored glasses is that it can double the power of moves that have a poor effect.

Except in cases where the attack is resisted by multiple attributes, it can usually unleash its moves with normal power.

It doesn't seem to be of any use, and in fact, it is.

Instead of forcing the battle to continue using its special ability, it's better to switch to another Pokémon that is more effective against the opponent.

This is also part of the "joint defense" that Qingyu just mentioned.

Clearly, the students at Orange Academy don't quite understand this yet.

However, I believe they will understand after today's match.

[Are you sure this is okay? Is this challenger a bit too stubborn?]

[Maybe it's a secret weapon they've been holding back. Getting Teacher Yu to pull out a second Pokémon is already quite an achievement!]

[That makes sense, keep it up! Big brother using the Fierce Leg Locust!]

On the battlefield, Riolu was also observing its opponent.

Judging from the muscle distribution of this cricket Pokémon, it should be a master of using its legs.

Although waveguide energy may not seem particularly special at first glance, it could be hiding some terrifying techniques...

"Fierce-Legged Locust, use Head-on Strike!"

The opponent quickly gave instructions and shouted to launch the first attack.

Headbutt is a move that can only be used when a Pokémon enters the battle or at the start of the battle. The principle is to use momentum to attack the opponent in one go, catching them off guard, so the power is very considerable.

but……

"Riolu, quick retaliation!"

Qingyu quickly smiled.

The young man is still too young; he shouldn't make his intentions too obvious.

As an apprentice who has endured long periods of rigorous training from the combo-style master, Riolu has honed its reaction speed to an astonishing level. Almost the instant its opponent's hind leg muscles engage, Riolu keenly senses this through its Aura and prepares for it.

Therefore, when the scorpion kicked off with both feet and attacked him, Riolu simply braced himself with both hands and then swiftly took a step forward to slide tackle.

"Snapped--"

A crisp sound rang out as Riolu dodged the attack and, with a light touch, slapped the scorching grasshopper on the abdomen, interrupting its offensive.

Seeing this, Qingyu silently smiled.

Despite its mischievous nature, Riolu doesn't have many moves that can utilize this ability. Aside from assisting teammates with guidance and some boosting moves, its only options are Protect, Quick Defense, and Substitute.

Compared to these, in singles, its high-five attack, which it somehow learned, and its quick counterattack are obviously more effective.

Quick counterattack is a technique that relies on reaction to interrupt the opponent's attack. It involves using the heel of the palm to strike after noticing the opponent's movement, causing the opponent to flinch briefly.

If the opponent's move is not a preemptive strike, you will fail because you give the opponent a chance to react.

In the game, this is a move that requires a lot of strategic thinking.

However, in reality, Riolu has the powerful "waveguide" ability, which allows it to anticipate its opponent's actions, resulting in a relatively high success rate.

This move isn't particularly powerful, but thanks to Riolu's training over the past two months, its combat strength is now vastly different.

The slap left the raging locust completely stunned, and it took him a while to get up after falling to the ground in bewilderment.

who am I? where am I?
"Damn it, show us your spirit, Fierce Leg Locust!"

The challenger immediately clenched his fists, seemingly cheering on his Pokémon.

However, for the Fierce-Legged Locust, this statement is a bit more complicated.

The Fiery-Legged Locust struggled to sit up, clutching its stomach.

The opponent must have held back with that palm strike, otherwise I might have already collapsed...

Under such circumstances, is there really any need to continue fighting?
Locust instinctively looked at its trainer.

"Aren't you considering changing your Pokémon? Razorback is obviously not good against Riolu, right?"

Just then, Qingyu spoke up to offer a reminder.

"The so-called 'team defense' means finding the right moment to switch Pokémon during a battle, so as to gain an advantage in the matchup with minimal losses."

"The ability to assess the situation and make adjustments is one of the basic qualities of a trainer."

Qingyu's words quickly made the challenger on the other side blush.

He originally intended to use this sneak attack to severely injure Riolu and make Teacher Yu look at him with new eyes.

But to my surprise, it seemed as if Teacher Yu had anticipated my thoughts...

So, is there really no Pokémon from Paradis that Yu-sensei doesn't know?
After some thought, he resolutely listened to advice and withdrew the Fierce-Leg Locust.

"My next Pokémon is—"

"Leaping Duck!"

With a powerful shout, the opponent sent out their second Pokémon.

A duck-shaped Pokémon with white and dark blue feathers, huge webbed feet, and movements like a dancer appeared on the battlefield.

(Evolved form of Leap Duck, the evolved form of the Water-type starter)
"Riolu, Sword Dance."

Taking advantage of the opponent's substitution, Qingyu quickly directed Riolu to seize the opportunity to strengthen itself on the spot.

After being boosted by Swords Dance, Riolu's combat power surged again, leaving the challenger, who had just switched Pokémon and was still thinking about tactics, stunned.

"Making rotations during a match is risky, and it's very likely that, like now, your opponent will seize the opportunity to use their power-up moves."

Qingyu maintained her gentle smile, but to the challenger, it looked like the gaping lips of a demon...

what's the situation?
Didn't you tell me to rotate?
He was stunned, but after recalling what Qingyu had said earlier, he quickly came to his senses—

Holy crap, so I've become a negative example!
Although he did hope to become famous in Teacher Yu's live stream one day...

But that's not the kind of fame I want!

How can I ever show my face on the school forum again?!
"Correspondingly, you can seize the opportunity of the opponent's substitution to make preparations in advance, and decisively make enhancements or other moves, or even make substitutions to adjust. As for how to choose, that is a matter of opinion."

After speaking into the Rotom phone during the live stream, Qingyu turned back to the challenger with a complex expression and smiled.

"So, what solution would you come up with when facing a Riolu that has been strengthened once?"

The challenger's lips twitched.

What other solution could he possibly have...?

The atmosphere has gotten this heated, I have no choice but to lose!
……

After several rounds of "difficult" struggle, both of the challenger's Pokémon were eventually unable to battle.

Meanwhile, the battle that just took place sparked discussion among the audience.

[Teacher Yu definitely left enough opportunities for the opposing team to rotate their players, just to show us the cost of rotation, right?]

The road I've seen most often is Teacher Yu's routine!

[But to be fair, that trainer on the other side will probably never forget this defensive duo; it's definitely a vivid memory...]

[I have to say, this kind of hands-on explanation seems easier to understand. No wonder it's Teacher Yu!]

[Teacher Yu, YYDS!]

(End of this chapter)