Bottom-tier trainers in the Pokémon world

It was afternoon.

Finally, it was time for Xia Yan's match.

Players' entrance.

Xia Yan pressed down on Zhi Mi, who was leaning against the entrance.

He discovered something.

It seems that everyone who is going to fight him waits for him in the player tunnel first.

However, since Zhimi's gaze had already fallen on him, Xia Yan adjusted his hat and stepped forward.

“Mr. Xia Yan.” Zhi Mi smiled and said, “I wanted to have a match with you during the last Youth Tournament, but unfortunately we didn’t meet. This time, I’m quite lucky.”

Xia Yan also smiled.

"Actually, I'm really looking forward to eating the food you make, Mr. Zhimi. I've heard that it's not something that just anyone can get to eat."

“Really? That’s my honor. If you ever come to Carlos, Xia Yan, feel free to contact me anytime. I’m always happy to help.” Zhi Mi placed one hand on his chest and bowed slightly.

“Carlos? I believe I will be going there soon, and I will be inconvenient to trouble you then,” Xia Yan said.

Zhimi chuckled, "Of course. But before that, I also hope to have a good match with you, Xia Yan."

"I will do my best," Xia Yan nodded.

"That's the best!"

Zhimi, however, still didn't know what Xia Yan meant by "going all out".

The two stepped onto the field together.

Amidst cheers from thousands.

Xia Yan has many supporters, but there are also many people who are "conquered" by Zhi Mi's cooking skills and humble attitude.

"They're here—!! Our genius researcher Xia Yan! And our three-star chef Zhi Mi!!"

Now.

The popularity of the "Islands Competition" and the popularity brought by Xia Yan's paper collided.

The number of viewers of online TV has increased dramatically.

Xia Yan said he would prove the existence of the new attribute in the competition.

But nobody knows which match it will be.

Therefore, before he has fully announced his match, every one of his matches will receive a great deal of attention.

"Both players, please summon your spirits!"

The referee's voice rang out, causing the cheers in the stadium to gradually subside.

Xia Yan and Zhi Mi exchanged a glance.

At the same time, throw out a Poké Ball.

The same Eevee appeared before Xia Yan as before!

"Bu-i~~"

"Xia Yan has once again chosen Eevee as his starting Pokémon. I wonder what kind of 'relay' tactical arrangement Xia Yan will bring us this time?"

This competition.

Xia Yan can be said to have made the most of the "baton passing" tactic, which has benefited many people.

With Eevee now officially at the Gym Leader level, Natsuhiko can confidently send it out to battle.

Even if the opponent sends out a near-elite-level player.

What appeared before Zhimi was a purple star with ten horns—a gem starfish!

"Cosmic Telegraph Machine" Gemstone Starfish.

And his strength has indeed reached the level of a near-Heavenly King.

"Battle begins!"

As the referee's flag was lowered, the battle officially began.

“Gemstone starfish, cosmic power.” Zhimi said calmly.

Instead of launching a hasty attack and trying to gain an advantage just because Xia Yan's Eevee was only a Gym Leader-level creature, he decisively chose to strengthen himself.

Cosmic Power: Enhances the user's defense and special defense capabilities.

Since we can't defeat Eevee instantly to prevent it from boosting, then let it boost itself and boost back and forth, and that will even things out, right?

"Zhimi has opted for a conservative strategy! Let's see how Xia Yan will respond?"

But then Xia Yan grinned.

Cross your arms in front of your chest.

The orange "Eevee Z" logo on the white "Z" bracelet on her wrist shone brightly, emitting a dazzling light.

"W-What?! Xia Yan actually chose to use 'Z-Move' right from the start?! What kind of tactic is this?" The host's voice was full of astonishment.

This also represents the feelings of most people.

Xia Yan's expression remained unchanged as he softly said, "The nine colors sublime and gather at the top."

"Buyi!!"

Eevee roared to the sky, and the nine-colored energy gathered in his body, instantly giving his five attributes a huge boost.

next second.

After the "Nine Colors Ascend and Gather at the Top" event ended, Eevee immediately transformed into a beam of white light and returned to its Poké Ball.

at the same time.

Xia Yan opened the Poké Ball on his waist.

"Hiss!!"

"Xia Yan directly brought back Eevee to 'take the baton,' and replaced it with Beedrill, which is also the first Pokémon Xia Yan has summoned in this tournament!"

Eevee had barely had time to enjoy the blessing it received before passing it all on to Beedrill.

This terrifying, all-around increase allowed Ibrahimovic to almost complete a challenge beyond his level.

Now, let's buff Beedrill again...

Zhimi immediately felt immense pressure.

But he remained calm and continued to command: "Gemstone Starfish, continue with the power of the universe!"

hum-

But then a faint, trembling sound was heard in the air.

With a faint buzzing sound, Beedrill's long, silvery stinger appeared in front of Starmie.

Zhimi's pupils contracted.

So fast?!

"Hiss!"

Under the soft whisper of the Beedrill.

The sharp needles crossed and struck directly at the gem starfish, hitting it while it was still mobilizing cosmic power.

Bang——! !

The gem starfish was sent flying backward as if it had been hit by a car.

It crashed into the wall of the stands next to the stadium.

The wall burst open with a loud crash, and large amounts of rubble and debris were scattered everywhere.

"Fatal Needle Strike," Xia Yan's light voice rang out.

hum-

This time.

Zhimi caught it.

In his line of sight, he saw a golden figure flash by.

The next moment.

I heard another crashing sound behind me.

The entire hall was completely silent.

Many people stared blankly at the scene, mouths agape, unable to utter a sound.

What the hell? !

"Instant kill?! The gem starfish is unable to fight?" The host rubbed his eyes in disbelief.

"So fast!"

"If I remember correctly, this Beedrill is Mr. Xia Yan's ace Pokémon, right?"

"But this... is too outrageous."

"No, the boost from 'Nine-Colored Ascension Gathering at the Top' has raised Beedrill's strength to a whole new level. Coupled with type advantage and the activation of its 'Sniper' ability, the one-hit kill is not unexpected. What I really find hard to accept is Beedrill's speed."

"..."

After a few seconds of silence, the entire audience erupted in cheers, along with various whispers and discussions.

Yesterday and even a few days ago, when Xia Yan battled against opponents whose main Pokémon were Gym Leader level, although he had a significant advantage, at least they went back and forth.

This... it ended even faster when it encountered a near-Heavenly King level opponent.

"Xia Yan's Beedrill is already top-notch at seizing opportunities, and its explosive power is its strongest point. Now it also has the boost from Eevee's exclusive 'Z-Move'. It's not going to hold back at all from the start." On the contestant's bench, Daigo clicked his tongue, with a hint of amazement still lingering on his face.

“No, it’s not just that. Beedrill has converted speed into power. Its speed is no longer just speed.” Wataru couldn’t help but speak up.

Cynthia gently smoothed her hair, took a deep breath, and slowly said, "There's still energy. Is Xia Yan's Beedrill preparing to break through to the Elite Four level?"