Pokémon: Simultaneous time travel, this Ash is too versatile

Chapter 282 As long as the will remains, it will not fall! Super Perpetual Motion Machine Infernape!

The azure flames ignited once more on Infernape's body. This time, not only Shinji, but even the Elite Four and Champion Steven were completely baffled by the match.

Infernape's stamina was undoubtedly reduced to a mere sliver, to the point where it could barely stand. Even though it managed to recover from its inability to battle thanks to sheer willpower, it didn't mean that Infernape could continue fighting.

It's safe to say that not losing consciousness is already a great success.

But Infernape proved that not only could it stand up, it could even use its ultimate Fire-type move, Flare Blitz, again!

I don't understand it at all!

The fiery Infernape stomped its paws on the ground and leaped forward, leaving a long trail of eerie blue flames that set the entire area ablaze.

Shinji suddenly snapped out of his daze and said coldly, "Don't be afraid. They're just putting on a show. Use Fireball!"

Shinji didn't believe that the opponent, while using Flare Blitz, would still have the strength to dodge Flare Burst. Infernape in its normal state might be able to do it, but it was impossible for Infernape in its current state.

Magmar pointed its gun barrels at Infernape, but before it could gather its flames, Infernape suddenly disappeared from its sight. The next second, Magmar felt a scorching flame pressing down from above!

"Boom!!" Infernape, which flashed above Magmortar, slammed into Magmortar. The power of Flare Charge was poured into Magmortar's body without reservation. Even though they were both Fire-type Pokémon, Magmortar couldn't withstand the heat of the flames.

The situation is now completely reversed from what it was just a few minutes ago.

Before evolving into Infernape, Infernape, as a Fire-type Pokémon, was also seriously injured by Magmortar's flames. This is because Magmortar's flames have an overwhelmingly high temperature, which exceeds Infernape's fire resistance, thus causing great damage to Infernape.

The same applies now. After Infernape used Flare Blitz with the added power of Mega Blaze, the temperature of Flare Blitz became so high that it was unbelievable. So even Magmortar, which is resistant to high temperatures, felt extremely hot and even felt a burning sensation on its skin.

If even a Fire-type Pokémon can feel this way, you can imagine just how powerful and hot Infernape's Flare Charge really is.

"boom!!"

A massive explosion resounded across the area, and a striking blue figure emerged from the smoke, tumbling several times in the air before landing steadily on the ground.

Infernape used the recoil from Flare Strike to launch itself away, avoiding being caught directly by Magmortar.

However, at the same time, the moment Infernape landed, a clearly visible electric current shot out from its body, which was a manifestation of the reaction force triggered by Flare Charge.

Shinji ignored the Magmar in the smoke and stared intently at Infernape. Although the opponent's speed was beyond his expectations, and Magmar had already hit him with Flare Blitz before he could launch Flare Burst, Infernape was destined to suffer the backlash from Flare Blitz.

Given Infernape's stamina, it should have collapsed from the backlash of that powerful Flare Charge, right?

However, as the electric current surged through Infernape's body, Infernape merely knelt down, and then slowly stood up to everyone's astonishment.

Even the spectators who were cheering for Infernape were a bit confused, and some people who knew about Pokémon battles even started swearing.

No way, this is cheating!

After being beaten up like that, and then using Flame Charge twice in a row, how is he still able to stand up?!

So you have unlimited stamina?

In the special audience section, Lance rubbed his temples, looking puzzled and saying, "What kind of freak is Ash's Infernape? Is it immune to the recoil from Flare Blitz? But that doesn't make sense. The pain on Infernape's face just now proves that the recoil from Infernape is real."

Kona shook her head, puzzled, and said, "I don't know, I play with ice."

Shiba shook his head as well: "I don't know, I'm a boxer."

Daigo rolled his eyes. If you don't know, you don't know. You don't need to make such a point. Am I supposed to say that I'm a metal-wielding guy and therefore don't know why Infernape can stand up?

"Ash's Infernape is a bit different from the usual Infernape. I think the problem lies in the burst of flames before it evolves. Although the flames seem to disappear after it evolves, I can still feel the power of those flames when it uses Flare Blitz," Steven analyzed seriously.

Unlike those other pranksters, he was quite serious about finding out why Infernape could use Flare Blitz so many times without falling down.

After thinking for a while, he could only guess that it might be related to Infernape's Blaze. With the help of Infernape's Blaze and his super strong willpower, Infernape managed to hold on.

Although Infernape appears to be constantly on the verge of collapse, it has actually unleashed countless attacks in this state, using moves like Flare Blitz that reflect damage – it's simply unbelievable.

If we had to use a single word to explain this phenomenon, it would probably be "miracle." And what creates miracles is the bond between humans and spirits.

But then again, how long have Ash and Infernape spent together? Can their bond really reach this level? Therefore, Steven is more inclined to believe that this is the effect of Infernape's Super Blaze.

Adu and the others also thought there was some truth to it. The most amazing thing about this Infernape was its Blazing Fire. Maybe this Blazing Fire could have other effects besides enhancing its strength?

In reality, we can only say that A-Du and the others guessed half of it correctly.

Infernape's ability to hold on until now is indeed related to its Blaze, but it is mostly supported by the power provided by Ash.

Although Infernape has a strong will, if its physical strength is completely exhausted, it will be impossible for it to muster any strength at all.

The reason he can still move and even use Flare Blitz is entirely due to the power provided by Ash's Aura Fusion. With his body on the verge of its limit, Infernape fought with all its might.

As long as his will remains, coupled with the boost to his body from Super Blaze, Ash will be able to retain his last bit of strength and continue fighting until his body completely collapses!

In other words, when Infernape is unable to fight, it means that not only its physical strength, but also its life may become precarious, and it may even die!

This is practically risking one's life for the battle, and it's not something a normal Pokémon can do.

When an elf is said to lose the ability to fight, it is generally because the body has suffered too severe a blow, causing the body's functions to protect itself and enter a coma. This is to preserve the maximum amount of life force and prevent damage to life.

Infernape's approach was to forcibly shut down its body's self-protection mechanism through sheer willpower. In addition, the Super Blaze burned even hotter as Infernape's body became more critical, and Ash provided the necessary support, which allowed Infernape to stay standing until now.

Even the Elite Four didn't realize that Infernape's second Flare Charge was actually more powerful than the first one!

This is the amplification brought about by the super-fiery flames; the more critical the life is, the hotter it burns, just like the dazzling moment of a firework explosion.

However, it goes without saying what the consequences will be after the brilliance of the fireworks explosion.

Under normal circumstances, Ash would never let Infernape do that. Just like Shinji thought, he is not the kind of person who would force a Pokémon to fight when it is exhausted.

But this was Infernape's own will. After the Aura fusion, Ash and Infernape were almost one. Ash knew better than anyone how much Infernape wanted to win this battle.

Even if it means burning oneself out completely, Ash wanted to dedicate everything to this battle, and so he responded to Infernape's idea.

If you're going to fight to the death, then I'll fight to the death with you!

As long as Infernape's body doesn't completely collapse, Ash can cover for it with the power of Viridian, the life force of Venusaur, the rebirth power of Rainbow Wings, and Mewtwo.

With these insurances in place, it's difficult for Infernape to die even if it wants to, which is why Ash would go through all sorts of trouble with Infernape.

Seeing Infernape stand up again, even Shinji's expression turned very ugly. He knew from the time Infernape was a baby Infernape that it was a very stubborn and strong-willed monkey.

No matter what kind of training or pressure he puts on his opponent, Chimchar can persevere. If his strength doesn't improve or his talent isn't there, that's another matter. But in terms of willpower, Chimchar is second to none. Shinji thinks no other Pokémon can claim to be number one.

But the willpower that Infernape is showing now is a bit too exaggerated. This is no longer willpower, is it? It feels like it has a cheat code, becoming a perpetual motion machine that will never fall down.

"Let's try again, use Flame Charge!"

As Ash's voice faded, Infernape was once again covered in azure flames. Shinji and Magmortar were already somewhat numb; this guy used Flare Blitz as if it were a joke.

It looks like you'll be injured by a counterattack, it looks like you'll fall over with just a touch, but it's actually a complete lie!

"Mammoth, Scorching Sands!" Scorching Sands is a Ground-type move that uses Fire-type power to generate scorching sand to attack the opponent. So even though it's a Ground-type move, Mammoth's attack speed is not slow.

Scorching sand appeared around the Duckbill Flame Beast, then shot out like bullets.

This time, Infernape didn't dodge. Instead, it made its rear eyes burn even hotter, and the blue flames enveloping its body even showed a faint tendency to turn black.

The scorching sand that came crashing down melted instantly upon contact with Flame Charge. The next second, Infernape, wreathed in flames that seemed capable of burning even space itself, arrived in front of Magmortar. With Magmortar looking slightly terrified, Infernape rammed into it fiercely!

"Boom!!" A blue pillar of fire shot into the sky, directly hitting the protective shield in the sky, and then spread out violently.

In an instant, blue flames filled the entire arena, and the surrounding barriers tightly contained all the flames, turning the entire arena blue. The spectators outside, and even Shinji, could not see what was happening inside.

Perhaps only Ash Ketchum knows what's really going on inside.

As the flames slowly dissipated, Infernape's enlightened figure stood behind Magmortar, a current of electricity coursing through its body. However, this time, Infernape didn't even kneel down; it merely trembled slightly, bent over a little, and then quickly returned to normal.

On the contrary, the Magmortar slowly turned around, its gaze towards Infernape filled with complex emotions, and that was the last time it looked at Infernape.

"boom!!"

The Magmortar collapsed to the ground with a thud, and the surrounding area fell silent. The audience who supported Shinji were as if they had become mute, unable to utter a single word, while the audience who supported Ash, after a brief silence, erupted into cheers that shook the entire arena.

Even they never expected that Infernape would win this battle. Despite countless times Infernape being knocked down by its opponent, it was Infernape that ultimately stood out.

You call this a flickering candle in the wind? Your remaining flame must be made of holy fire, the kind that can't be blown out at all!

"Magga is unable to battle, Infernape wins!" The referee was also quite incredulous, but as a professional referee, he immediately declared Infernape the winner.

As the referee announced the result, Infernape finally relaxed, followed by an overwhelming sense of exhaustion.

The pain and exhaustion throughout its body reached its brain, leaving Infernape almost unable to stand. Even with Ash's Aura power supporting it, Infernape's tense nerves had relaxed, and its willpower could no longer support it to continue fighting or even stand up.

"You've had a tough time, Infernape, come back now." Ash barely had time to be happy before he quickly took out a Poké Ball and recalled Infernape. Infernape's current condition needed to be stabilized with the power of Viridian.

After the battle is over, let Venusaur help Infernape recover properly.

"You did a great job. Now it's up to your partner," Ash encouraged the Infernape in its Poké Ball, then turned his gaze to Shinji, who had calmed down.

>