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Tapu Koko also sensed the heart-stopping power of the other party's power, but its pride as a guardian deity would not allow it to back down.

“Chiu-woo!”

Tapu Koko opened its shells, unleashing the power enhanced by meditation and its own lightning at full force. A massive 100,000 volts, thicker than before, transformed into a golden torrent of lightning, roaring towards Rayquaza.

"Ray, respond to it with your fastest thrust, Electric Thousand Birds!" Tokito shouted.

After being enhanced by the [Thor Awakening], Ray's speed has reached an unbelievable level. His figure blurs instantly, and he gathers power, transforming into a golden electric drill made up of countless lightning birds, emitting a piercing scream. It shoots out at a speed that exceeds the limits of visual perception!

"Boom!"

Chidori and Thunderbolt collided again, but this time, the result was completely different.

The enhanced Chidori, with its unparalleled penetrating power, easily tore through the 100,000-volt lightning bolt and struck Tapu Koko's chest with undiminished momentum.

"Ugh!"

Tapu Koko let out a painful scream as it was sent flying backward by the terrifying power concentrated in one point, crashing heavily onto the beach and kicking up a cloud of sand.

However, as the guardian deity of Alola, Tapu Koko possesses extremely tenacious vitality and willpower. Struggling, it used its shell to support its body. Though wounded and panting heavily, the fighting spirit in its eyes did not extinguish; it had not fallen!

But clearly... they've already lost out in the battle against lightning.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

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Chapter 152 Ray: I am the Electric-type Spirit King, what kind of Spirit King are you?

Dr. Kukui was deeply shocked as he watched Tapu Koko struggle to his feet, his fighting spirit undiminished.

This elf named Ray managed to push the guardian deity to such a predicament.

Tokito looked at Tapu Koko and said solemnly, "The next clash will be the time to decide the victor. Unleash your full power, Tapu Koko!"

As he spoke, Tokito raised his left hand, and the brand-new Z-Ring on his wrist, along with the Electric Z-Crystal embedded in it, began to emit a strong golden light, echoing the surrounding Electric Field. "Let me see just how much brilliance my Rey can unleash with the support of Z-Power!"

The 150-power Instant Thunder Flash, under the sublimation of Electric Z, will transform into the Ultimate Thunder Volt Flash, whose power exceeds 200 and is capable of destroying the world.

Tapu Koko sensed Tokito's determination and the surging power contained within the Z-Bracelet, and nodded solemnly.

Conventional methods were no longer sufficient to deal with the upcoming attacks, so Tapu Koko floated up from the ground, turned to look at Professor Kukui beside him, and let out a few meaningful cries.

Under the astonished gazes of Dr. Kukui and Mei, Tapu Koko let out a long cry, radiating a soft and sacred light, as if communicating and resonating with the natural forces of the entire Melemele Island.

In the night sky, a bright light drifted slowly from afar, eventually landing in Dr. Kukui's outstretched palm, as if guided by a magic wand.

It was a uniquely shaped Z-crystal, mainly golden in color, with a pattern in the center similar to the facial markings of the Tapu family, radiating a warm and powerful energy fluctuation.

"This is……?"

Looking at the Z-pure crystal she had never seen before, Yai asked in confusion.

Dr. Kukui felt the power contained within the Z-Crystal in his hand—a power that shared the same origin as Tapu Koko yet was even more profound and ancient—and became excited, hurriedly saying, "This is... Tapu Z! It's a Z-Crystal exclusive to the four Guardians of Alola, which can only be used with the joint approval of them!"

"Legend has it that in ancient times, when Alola faced a great crisis, the Guardians fought alongside the human warriors who possessed this power, protecting this land and its people! I never imagined... that I would have the privilege of witnessing it firsthand and touching this legendary power with my own hands!"

Tokito looked at the Tapu Z in Dr. Kukui's hand, a hint of amazement flashing in his eyes, before he smiled and said, "Dr. Kukui, it seems fate has chosen you. You shall unleash Tapu Koko's strongest attack!"

Upon hearing this, Dr. Kukui was taken aback at first, then his face showed an expression of utmost solemnity and honor. He nodded vigorously and said, "I understand. I accept this trust."

As soon as he finished speaking, Dr. Kukui strode up behind Tapu Koko, facing Tokito across the room. Tapu Koko also turned around, standing back-to-back with Dr. Kukui, trustingly unleashing his full power.

Two trainers, one wielding a Z-Power inherited from an ancient guardian deity, and the other possessing a Thunder King from another world and a brand-new Z-Power, their gazes clashed fiercely across space at this moment.

Without exchanging many words, the two seemed to be in perfect sync, simultaneously assuming the unique dance moves of the Z-Move.

Shidou clasped his hands together in front of his chest, and the Z-Bracelet on his left wrist erupted with an unprecedentedly dazzling golden light. The light was so strong that it shone brightly in the night. At the same time, Pure Crystal pulsated violently, and the vast Z power surged into Lei Yi's body like a flood that had burst its banks!

"Such powerful energy!!!"

Even Ray muttered in amazement, as his golden body continuously bore the brunt of this immense power. Lightning flashed, and Ray's figure was instantly engulfed by the blinding golden lightning.

In the light, Ray rapidly expanded and transformed, eventually becoming a towering phantom of a thunder god.

This phantom of the Thunder God merged with Ray's true form, and in his hand condensed a platinum lightning spear made of extremely compressed lightning!

A thunderous roar!!

An aura of destruction enveloped the surrounding area, and the electrical field beneath their feet was boiling wildly, as if it were paying homage to its king!

Meanwhile, on the other side, Dr. Kukui was chanting a prayer passed down from the distant past:

"The legendary Z-Moves that have been passed down from ancient times to the present day can only reveal their true form when humans, Pokémon, and this vast nature coexist in harmony and share everything with each other!"

As Dr. Kukui finished speaking, Tap-Z in his hand emitted a warm pink glow, like the sun, which merged with Tap-Kouko's body.

"Boom--!"

The earth groaned in agony, as Tapu Koko trembled violently and cracked inch by inch. A massive golden pillar of light, imbued with boundless natural power, shot into the sky from the fissures, piercing straight into the heavens!

Before Dr. Kukui and Mei's stunned and frozen gazes, a giant nearly ten meters tall, constructed entirely of shimmering gold, rose abruptly from the shattered earth, as if awakened from a slumbering ancient god.

Its body is majestic, its lines full of power and ancient beauty, while Tapu Koko floats in the position of the giant Wei, infusing it with the core of soul and consciousness.

Alola, the Giants Guardian!

The ultimate power that is said to protect the peace of Alola has been revealed here. The golden giant simply stands there, and the pressure it exudes makes the surrounding space freeze!

Shi Dou suddenly thrust his clasped hands forward.

"Ray, Ultimate Thunder Volt Flash!!!"

The phantom of Thor above made the same move, throwing the platinum lightning spear in its hand, which contained all the Z power and Ray's original lightning, like a javelin, and shooting it toward the golden giant.

Wherever the lightning spear passed, space distorted, everything was annihilated, leaving only a pure trail of destruction.

"Guardian of Giants, Alora!!!"

Dr. Kukui also gave a shout of all his might!

The golden giant began to move, its golden fist clenching tightly with an unparalleled will to shatter stars, drawing upon all the natural power and guardian radiance around it, and directly slamming into the oncoming platinum lightning spear without any fancy moves!

"clang--------!!!!!!!!!"

Shocking noise!

The ultimate penetrating power of the Platinum Lightning Spear and the absolute protective power of the Golden Giant Fist clashed in mid-air.

The blinding white-gold lightning and the warm golden glow intertwined wildly, creating an energy storm that tore apart the clouds in the sky and pushed aside the seawater, forming a huge circular depression!

The scene was so magnificent and intense that it was as if a mythological epic had been reenacted in modern times.

However, Ray's "Ultimate Thunder Flash" was a condensation of the ultimate destructive power of a breakthrough. After a brief stalemate, the tip of the platinum thunder spear finally tore through the energy defense of the golden giant fist.

"Crack... Boom!!!"

The golden giant fist developed countless cracks from the point of contact, and finally shattered with a bang. Although the platinum lightning spear was dim and its size had shrunk by more than half, it still carried great power, pierced through the energy ball of the explosion, and accurately hit Tapu Koko, which was suspended in the core of the giant!

"Chirp—!!!"

Tapu Koko let out a mournful cry, and the light around it instantly went out. The massive golden giant, having lost its core of power, began to collapse and dissipate, turning into countless golden specks of light that merged back into the nature of Alola.

Tapu Koko's true form fell helplessly from mid-air, landing softly on the sand. Its eyes had turned into spirals, and it had lost its ability to fight.

Silence fell again.

Only the gradually subsiding aftershocks of energy and the sound of the slowly receding seawater proved that the divine battle just now was not an illusion!

The curtain of battle slowly fell, the air still thick with ozone and a faint smell of burning. Yi hovered in mid-air, the arcs of electricity around her gradually subsiding. Her golden eyes gazed calmly at Tapu Koko, who lay lifeless on the beach, her gaze a silent declaration:

Who is the real Thor?!

Dr. Kukui let out a long sigh of relief, walked to Tokito's side, and sincerely exclaimed, "Tokito, you are too strong... Tokito, you and your Pokémon are stronger than any other."

Shi Dou also recovered from the earth-shattering clash just now, looked down at the Z bracelet on his wrist that had dimmed, and his eyes flashed with amazement.

The power of this Z-pure crystal is truly extraordinary. Without its blessing, "Instant Thunder Flash" alone would never be able to unleash such power, let alone break through the legendary "Giant Guardian".

Even if it hits, it doesn't matter, Alola Giants can't kill anyone!

Because this is an exclusive move based on Nature's Wrath, which deducts half of the user's current HP, while Giant Guardian increases it to three-quarters...

It is indeed strong against a Pokémon with full stamina.

But alas... I can't defeat the other spirits...

However, Shi Dou still felt that collecting these Z-pure crystals was very necessary at this stage, as they could greatly enhance instant burst power.

Later on, when Pokémon's own skills come with various powerful additional effects, their reliance on Z-Moves may decrease, but on the road to the top, it is undoubtedly a powerful trump card.

Tokito walked to the unconscious Tapu Koko and summoned Psychic NONO.

Psychic NONO projects a gentle, healing beam of light, beginning to restore Tapu Koko's strength.

"Oh? This little device is so convenient!"

Dr. Kukui looked at Super NONO with curiosity, amazed by its capabilities.

“It has even more surprises in store for you,” Shi Dou said with a smile.

Under the healing power of Super NONO, Tapu Koko slowly regained consciousness. It shook its slightly dizzy head and looked at Tokito standing in front of it and Ray hovering beside it. Its eyes were complicated, but the fighting spirit and provocation from before had disappeared, replaced by a heartfelt recognition.

Therefore, it emitted a few clear and peaceful calls.

Super NONO translated at the opportune moment: "[Powerful trainers...powerful lightning...I acknowledge your strength.]"

Tokito bowed slightly and said sincerely, "Thank you for your recognition, Tapu Koko. It was a wonderful match."

Tapu Koko nodded and chirped a few more times. NONO translated, "[I'll be back... Looking forward to the next battle.]"

As soon as he finished speaking, Tapu Koko was surrounded by lightning, transforming into a streak of orange light and disappearing into the night, coming and going like the wind, just like its fickle and curious nature.

Dr. Kukui stared in the direction where Tapu Koko had disappeared, still finding it somewhat unbelievable.

“It was an unbelievable night… However, Tokito, with Tapu Koko’s personal approval, I believe Mr. Hara would be very happy to let you participate in the island pilgrimage.”

"Thank you," Shi Dou said.

Dr. Kukui glanced at the sky and continued, "It's getting late today, Mr. Hala should be resting by now. Tomorrow morning, I'll take you to see him and explain the situation in person. With the strength you've demonstrated and the Guardian's approval, you might be able to skip some of the more tedious tests and go straight to the grand test on Melemele Island."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Dr. Kukui." Tokito nodded his thanks upon hearing this.

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After saying goodbye to Dr. Kukui, who was still immersed in excitement, Tokito and Mei walked along the quiet coastline back to their seaside cottage.

The night was as still as water, and the silvery moonlight spilled onto the shimmering sea, reflecting the dazzling lights of Hao'ao in the distance. A cool sea breeze, carrying a salty and humid scent, blew in, dispelling the lingering heat of the day and calming the restless hearts after the fierce battle.

Mei walked beside Tokito, her eyes sparkling, and said excitedly, "Today's match was really amazing! Ray really gave Alola's guardian deity a taste of its own medicine."

Ya Yi used the words she had just learned, her tone tinged with a hint of pride.

Upon hearing this, Shi Dou couldn't help but smile and say, "'A show of force'? That's quite an apt description."

Thinking about Tapu Koko's journey from initial curiosity and provocation to eventual acceptance and departure, it certainly seemed like it had been given a good "lesson".

Back at the cabin, Mei picked up her change of clothes, a barely perceptible blush rising on her face. Holding the clothes, she looked at Tokito with a dazed expression and said, "Then... I'm going to take a shower first. Don't... don't peek!"

Shi Dou was taken aback for a moment, then looked somewhat amused and exasperated. He deliberately put on a stern face and said righteously, "Hey, what kind of person am I in your eyes? I'm a gentleman!"

Seeing him like this, Ya Yi couldn't help but chuckle. The shyness in her heart dissipated a lot. She made a face at him and then walked briskly into the bathroom, closing the door behind her.

Soon, the sound of dripping water could be heard from inside.

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Chapter 153 Summoning a New Spirit, Your Grandpa Gaia Has Arrived!

Shi Dou sat down on the sofa in the living room, listening to the sound of water in the bathroom. With nothing to do, he took out his phone and casually started browsing social media.

Sure enough, the news of his upcoming showdown with the King of Sheba did not lose its fervor; on the contrary, due to the passage of time and the continued promotion by the league's official channels, the discussion became even more heated.

On the trending search list:

The hashtags #TheStrongestFightingMasterBattle#, #TimeFighterVSShiba#, and #GoldenGym# still firmly occupy the top spots.

Shi Dou clicked on several popular posts, and the comments below were diverse and fascinating: