Pokémon: Did you play Pokémon today?

Chapter 297 Zygarde, the Order Pokémon

"It was dodged?!"

His green eyebrows furrowed tightly, and his face was somber.

He meticulously calculated the angle, predicted the speed, and even considered the optimal moment for the Crimson "Aid" enhancement, launching an absolute attack under near-surprise circumstances—

How could it be dodged like that?!

Even the subsequent vortex-like restraint effect was anticipated and neutralized by the opponent?!

Coincidence? No! This is absolutely not a coincidence!

However, thankfully—

"Although the water cannon missed, it did effectively delay Brother Bai Zhou's voyage."

The cold, green voice made the judgment.

In that short time, propelled by the giant surfing waves, the distance between them and the white boat was rapidly reduced to less than a hundred meters!

This distance is already within the "battle zone" for trainers and Pokémon of their level!

"Gyarados! Water Pulse!"

Qinglu crossed his arms and stared intently at the figure in front of him that he both respected and annoyed.

"roar!"

Gyarados surged up from beneath the sea once more, its body enveloped in a surge of water vapor that rapidly coalesced into ever-expanding blue ripples of energy.

As it leaped out of the sea, the ripples in the water were violently pushed into the air, and then suddenly exploded!

However, its target was not Bai Zhou himself or his small boat, but rather it spread to the air diagonally above Bai Zhou!

The water rippled and burst into countless tiny droplets, instantly forming a dense mist that covered a very wide area.

Like a semi-transparent cage lid, it subtly blocked the possibility of the white boat being moved from the air.

"Pikachu! Now! Electromagnetic wave!"

The crimson commander followed closely behind, seamlessly connecting the two!

Espeon is recalled to its Poké Ball.

Pikachu, which had been perched on Crimson Shoulder, suddenly flashed with lightning in its eyes and with a few nimble leaps, climbed onto Gyarados's tall body.

Then, using the momentum of Gyarados's body, it leaped high into the air and completed a beautiful 360-degree front flip!

A highly compressed ball of electrical energy had already condensed at the tip of its tail, and it was thrown out using the inertia of its rotation!

Sizzle sizzle—

The electric ball made contact with the dense water mist in the air the instant!

Fine golden currents spread, connected, and intertwined along each water droplet at an astonishing speed!

In the blink of an eye, a massive, three-dimensional electromagnetic net, covering an area with nowhere to hide, was woven in mid-air and slowly descended upon the white boat below!

The crimson and cyan did not exchange a single word or even glance at each other throughout the entire exchange.

But the instant their opponent made their move, they coordinated their next move with perfect synergy, creating a near-perfect tactical combo!

First, use water waves to create a water mist environment to block the airspace above, then use electromagnetic waves to utilize the conductive properties of the water mist to form a full-coverage attack!

Interlocking steps, each one more pressing than the last!

The sense of oppression reached its peak at this moment!

Bai Zhou slightly raised his head, looking at the "net of heaven and earth" composed of electric current and water mist, his gaze finally focusing completely.

He admitted that the two lads, Crimson and Green, were indeed formidable when they teamed up.

So powerful that even with his reflexes and Gardevoir's Instant Transmission, at such close range and with such a meticulously planned scheme, it seemed there was no way for him to escape.

but----

Again and again!

They even skipped the pre-fight trash talk and started fighting without any warning.

Do you really think he has no temper?

The helplessness that arose in Bai Zhou's heart due to the sudden attack was gradually replaced by a genuine anger.

My patience has its limits!

"Kygerd————"

Bai Zhou's voice was unusually calm, almost icy.

He took out the pure white sphere of order inlaid with jade patterns, and without even looking at it, casually tossed it in front of him.

"Come out—get some fresh air."

Time seemed to stretch out infinitely at this moment.

A steady telepathic connection resonated within Bai Zhou's heart.

"I will obey the guardian's command!"

The white light swirled and deconstructed rapidly in mid-air, then burst out as a phantom!

The afterimage weaved through the gaps in the "electric cage" formed by the condensed water mist, stretching out several dazzling afterimages.

The next moment, the perception of the world returned to normal.

Whoosh—

The "electric cage" that was about to close and shrink under the influence of gravity suddenly exploded, turning into a sky full of fine water droplets that refracted a rainbow of light in the sunlight.

A sudden sun shower began, falling in profusion.

In the heart of the drizzle, Bai Zhou stood calmly atop a small boat.

And in front of him.

A hound-shaped Pokémon with a pure white body, a strange emerald-colored armor around its neck, and a lithe and majestic posture.

He was crouching low, emitting a threatening growl.

Its hexagonal eyes were fixed intently on the crimson and green in front of it.

An aura of order originating from the fundamental rules of the world quietly spread out from it.

This aura is invisible and intangible.

Yet it truly affects everything within the field.

The sea, which had been churning with waves by Gyarados and Lapras, was now enveloped by this aura.

They fell into a chillingly absolute calm!

Even the restless particles of energy in the air seemed to become docile and sluggish under this force.

This inexplicable suppressive force also affected all the Pokémon present.

Pikachu nimbly landed back on the red shoulder, but it was no longer as relaxed as before.

Instead, it lowered its body slightly, and the electrical sacs on its cheeks emitted fine golden currents uncontrollably.

Lapras and Gyarados were on high alert, immediately swimming back and using their massive bodies to block the crimson and turquoise boat.

They stood with their backs to the trainer and facing Zygarde, adopting the most rigorous defensive posture.

Both the crimson and green brows furrowed simultaneously, and a strange feeling of being gently pressed down by some kind of force field came from their skin.

They weren't surprised that Bai Zhou was unharmed; after all, he was Brother Bai Zhou.

But they never expected that the way to break the deadlock would be like this.

In their tactical simulation, Bai Zhou was the only known person who might possess the ability to break the deadlock instantly.

It's that elusive Gengar.

However, Gengar did not appear.

Instead, they encountered a Pokémon they had never seen before!

"Another Pokémon I've never seen before!"

The green eyes locked onto Zygarde, attempting to analyze its race and weaknesses.

But then, a vague sense of familiarity welled up in his heart, and he immediately changed his words.

"No—this aura—it's that strange cell next to Brother Bai Zhou!" Pokémon! It changed form! Is it evolution? Or—"

"Evolution? It does seem a bit like it—"

Crimson stared intently at Zygarde, the curiosity and excitement of battle burning brighter and brighter in her eyes.

"However, I thought Brother Bai Zhou would send out Gengar—"

As he spoke, he pulled out his special encyclopedia and began scanning the Quasi-Zygard.

"Beep beep beep————"

"Zygard, the Order Pokémon."

"A portion of the Zygarde, known as 'cells,' comprised about 10% of the cells."

Specific information: None.

"The above basic information was kindly provided by Dr. Bai Zhou and is for internal learning and exchange purposes only. Dissemination outside the company is strictly prohibited!"

The information reported in the Pokédex was brief to the point of being stingy, but it confirmed the suspicions in Crimson and Blue-Green's hearts.

The powerful white hunting dog in front of them was the same soft, cumbersome "cell" they had seen at Bai Zhou's house!

It's not evolution!

The illustration clearly states: This is what it looks like when 10% of the cells have gathered!

It changes form!

In their understanding, apart from the life leap of "evolution," almost no Pokémon can freely change its form and structure during battle.

This incredible ability, based on their knowledge and logical reasoning, points to a heart-pounding possibility—

"Legendary Pokémon!?"

Even though I had a vague premonition in my heart.

But when this conjecture was indirectly confirmed by the information in the Pokédex, and when they witnessed this extraordinary power firsthand...

The crimson and the green involuntarily exclaimed in surprise at the same time.

What followed was...

It wasn't fear, but rather the burning fighting spirit of two trainers!

What a rare opportunity it is to battle against legendary Pokémon!

However, Bai Zhou didn't give them much time to process their shock.

He stared expressionlessly at the two whose gazes were growing increasingly intense, his thin lips parted slightly, and he calmly uttered only one word.

"Fifty percent."

"What?"

Qinglu didn't understand this nonsensical statement.

But the next second, Zygard gave him an answer with his actions.

"Aww!!!"

Suddenly, Zygard looked up at the sky and let out a long howl that resonated with the rules!

Buzz—

The once clear sky suddenly darkened for a moment!

Immediately afterwards, countless white streaks of light, as if summoned, streaked across the sky, the sea, and even the void from all directions, rushing and roaring towards us!

Their sheer number and brilliance were like a meteor shower in reverse!

All the flowing light has only one target: Zygarde!

A dazzling emerald green and pure white light burst forth on Zygarde!

Its body, under the infusion of endless streams of light, began to expand, stretch, and deform wildly!

One hexagonal structure after another emerged from the light, stacking, interlocking, and expanding layer by layer!

Within just two or three seconds, the original hound form had disappeared.

Instead, it is now entrenched on the surface of the sea.

A giant dragon form composed entirely of white and emerald-colored hexagonal armor, exuding an orderly beauty and boundless power!

Zygarde's 50% form has arrived!

boom-

An even more powerful and tangible aura of terror crashed down!

The sea level was forced down again by this force, forming a huge depression!

The slight pressure on my skin from the crimson and green hues instantly turned into a burning sting, making it hard to breathe!

If the aura just now was a gentle "caress", then this is a merciless "suppression"!

"Come back, Laplace!"

"Gyarados! Come back here!"

The two men's expressions changed drastically, and they abandoned their last thought of probing.

In an instant, his mindset shifted from "challenge" to "dealing with the legendary threat," and he immediately recalled his exposed Water-type partner to his Poké Ball.

The previous form might have been able to hold its own, but the current Zygarde exudes an oppressive aura of energy and rules.

These are Pokémon that are no longer at the level of Lapras and Gyarados, and cannot be dealt with head-on!

The two of them reached for their waists almost simultaneously!

"I choose you! Bulbasaur!"

"Go, Charizard!"

A flash of light!

The moment Venusaur's heavy body landed on the sea, countless thick and tough vines surged wildly from the huge flower bud on its back.

Like living things, they intertwined and coiled on the sea surface, instantly forming a wide and stable plant platform to support the two trainers.

The fire-breathing dragon let out a deafening roar, spewing scorching flames from its mouth, spreading its wings furiously, and soaring into the sky.

After circling in the air, it landed steadily beside Crimson and Green like a guardian deity, forming a perfect protective formation with Venusaur, one in the air and one on the ground.

When facing legendary Pokémon, seizing the initiative is crucial!

They would never make the basic mistake of "villains dying from talking too much"!

Crimson and turquoise eyes met in the air, instantly reaching a tacit understanding.

"Bulbasaur! Tie a grass knot to restrict its movement, then whip it hard!"

"Charizard! Unleash your most powerful Flamethrower! Covert Attack!"

The commands were issued almost simultaneously!

however.

Just as Venusaur's vines extended out of the platform, and Charizard's chest burst into flames.

Bai Zhou finally spoke his second sentence, his voice still calm and composed.

"Zygard, the Core Punisher."

A buzzing sound with a sense of order suddenly rang out from the void.

On Zygarde's massive body, countless emerald-colored hexagonal scales lit up one by one, like circuits being ignited!

The light is transmitted and converges in waves with a specific sequence and frequency!

Various elemental energies diffused in the surrounding space, including the grass-type energy that Venusaur had just generated and the fire-type energy that Charizard had condensed.

They were all drawn by an irresistible call, and frantically converged toward Zygarde's open mouth!

An emerald-colored energy sphere containing countless hexagonal structures that are constantly being created and destroyed, radiating an aura of both destruction and order!

It takes shape and expands at an astonishing speed in its mouth!

Danger!

Deadly danger!

The battle instincts of crimson and cyan screamed wildly at this moment!

The energy contained within that unreleased sphere of light made their very souls tremble!

Force a change in command! Immediately!

Bulbasaur! Come back!

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"Charizard! Fly! Take us away from here!!!"

In a fraction of a second, the energy sphere in Zygarde's mouth expanded to its maximum size, about to burst forth.

Venusaur turned into red light and withdrew.

Charizard's claws gripped Crimson and Green's shoulders with incredible speed, and its wings unleashed their full power, flapping out with a thunderous roar!

It shot straight up into the sky!

At the very instant their figures disappeared from the spot!

boom!!!!!

Heaven and earth fell silent, and all things lost their color.

A torrent of emerald-colored energy, condensed to its fullest extent, roared out from Zygarde's mouth!

It was not a simple beam of light; wherever it passed, space itself was distorted by that pure force of "order" and "destruction."

Vague!

The light was swallowed up, the sound was annihilated, leaving only the death trail that pierced through everything!

The beam of light pierced through the plant platform left by Venusaur without any obstruction, evaporating a large area of ​​seawater below the platform!

It left behind only a terrifying, mirror-like hole, then shot straight towards the distant horizon, finally disappearing into the distance.

As the devastating light pollution gradually dissipated, the cavities created by the evaporated seawater were filled by the surrounding seawater flowing back in.

When it emitted a deafening roar and stirred up towering waves—

The world has only just begun to turn again.

In mid-air, the Charizard was breathing heavily.

The crimson and green beneath their claws looked down at the ravaged sea below, and the scattered fragments of their small boat drifting slowly on the surface.

Their faces were pale, but more than anything, they showed a deep, lingering shock that seemed to originate from the depths of their souls.

Their small boat, along with the platform constructed by Venusaur, had already been destroyed in that attack—

Completely annihilated.