What is a heavy girl? I want to be a Pokémon master!

As a Steel-type trainer, Yushina couldn't help but feel overwhelmed by the sight of the battlefield.

Fortunately, she subdued Sidran yesterday.

Heatran's ability is Flash Fire, so Fire-type moves are ineffective against Heatran.

Ignite: When attacked by a fire-type move, absorb the flames, and your own fire-type moves will become stronger.

Currently, Houndoom and Riolu are on the battlefield.

In terms of type, Riolu has an advantage, while Fighting is super effective against Dark.

Riolu is a baby Pokémon, which is vastly different from a fully evolved Houndoom.

However, this only applies to other Riolus. Little Smart understands that his own Riolu has an inexplicable compatibility with him.

At the same time, Ash believed that Riolu would win, and he would never doubt his companion.

"Awoo!!" Riolu seemed to sense Ash's emotions and nodded vigorously in response.

The two dog-type Pokémon locked eyes, their fighting spirit escalating.

"Is the first one Riolu? Charge! Houndoom, use Fire Fang!"

Setsuna has a very hot-blooded personality and doesn't consider tactics at all; she just wants to strike first.

"Ow!!"

Houndoom sped toward Riolu.

It opened its mouth, and flames burst forth from its teeth, instantly releasing intense heat.

Due to the high temperature environment of the volcano, Houndoom's fire power has been further enhanced, making its Fire Fang move even more dangerous and difficult to deal with.

It's the same principle as how the power of Fire-type attacks increases by 1.5 times under sunny skies.

"So fast..."

Xiao Zhi knew that if he got hit, the chances of survival would be slim, as the opponent's Pokémon was clearly stronger than Riolu.

The difference in Pokémon themselves means that Riolu, which hasn't evolved yet, is still too weak.

In that case, just avoid getting attacked!

"see through!"

"Awooo!" Riolu's eyes narrowed, easily seeing through Houndoom's attack trajectory.

With a slight sway of his body, he easily dodged the attack of the Flame Fang.

"Now's the time! Give it your all!"

"Awooo—!" After dodging the Flame Fang, Riolu quickly stretched out its palm and forcefully struck Houndoom's upper abdomen.

The force of its strike was so great that it put pressure on Houndoom.

"Roar~~~~" At the moment of contact, Riolu fired an energy shockwave from its hand. The power of this shockwave sent Houndoom flying backward, landing in the distance of the battlefield.

"Roar..."

With its outstanding effect and STAB (Same Type Attack), Houndoom let out a gasp and a wail after being hit by Riolu's powerful attack.

"Are you alright, Houndoom?"

It struggled to its feet and resumed its standing posture, but at this moment, its entire body was enveloped in a weak electric current. This weak current slowed down Houndoom's body, affecting its movement speed and combat efficiency.

Paralyzed!

There is a 3% chance that the force exerted will paralyze the opponent, which is quite effective.

Actually... Pikachu's Thunderbolt has a one-in-ten chance of paralyzing, but Ash doesn't know why Pikachu can't always trigger this effect. It's probably because the Acting ability is activated, which removes this additional effect.

He would be satisfied if even one out of a hundred 100,000 volts could paralyze him!

"Don't let this opportunity slip by, Riolu, use Power Surge again!"

“Ouch!!”

Riolu seized the perfect opportunity before Setsuna and Houndoom could recover from Houndoom's paralysis.

"Work hard!"

It charged forward, and Ash and Riolu, in perfect unison, swung their hands forward together, unleashing Riolu's signature move – Power Surge.

"Oh no! Houndoom, get out of the way!"

At that moment, Yukina's heart was filled with alarm bells, but unfortunately, she didn't have the chance.

Riolu had already attacked Houndoom!

The moment the palm touched Houndoom, a powerful burst of energy erupted.

The force struck Houndoom accurately.

"Roar..." Houndoom lost its balance after being hit by the force and charged violently towards the rock wall behind it. The impact created a loud noise, leaving a clear impact mark on the rock face.

It lay on the ground, unable to move.

"The battle ended in an instant... It was my carelessness, I'm sorry, Houndoom."

Slightly disappointed, Yukina recalled Houndoom and then turned her gaze to Ash, who was waiting for her with anticipation and excitement.

"Hehe~ Then I'll show you my true skills. Infernape, it's yours to handle!"

"Mocha!"

Yukina immediately threw out a Poké Ball and summoned Infernape.

"Alright! Let's press our advantage! Riolu! Charge forward!"

"Ow!"

Seeing this, Ash's lips curled up slightly, revealing a confident smile, and he waved his hand forward.

Riolu rushed forward, ready to launch another attack.

However, Yukina and her Pokémon Infernape exchanged a glance, and Infernape's fist flashed with silver light for a moment. Just as Riolu was about to make contact with Infernape, Infernape quickly struck and punched Riolu.

"Mocha!"

"Ouch..." The monster knocked Riolu back a few steps, leaving wounds on its body.

Such fast movements...

Ash immediately noticed the speed difference and chose to abandon relying on speed.

Sonic Punch [Fighting]: A punch delivered with lightning speed. It guarantees the first strike.

"She didn't say what the move was, but Infernape understood it! What amazing teamwork!"

Heart of the Orchid was astonished to witness this scene, and a touch of envy welled up in her heart. Because of her unusually jumpy thinking, no Pokémon could synchronize with her unique thought process, so she always had to explain her thoughts herself.

"This is just the beginning, Ash, do your best..."

Meanwhile, Miyuki felt nervous and uneasy, so much so that she unconsciously clenched her fists, and fine beads of cold sweat appeared on her fingertips.

"Wow, that's fast! Well then, we'll take that Sonic Punch! Riolu, use Imitation!"

754 Riolu vs. Infernape

"Fight back with a sonic punch!"

Riolu and Infernape quickly approached, their hands releasing silver light.

"Awooo!!" Riolu's fierce fist struck Infernape first, accompanied by a series of explosions.

"Mocha!!" Infernape was not deterred and, with the same determination, fiercely struck Riolu with Mach Punch.

boom! boom! boom!

The sheer force of their attacks caused the rocks on the battlefield to rise into the air.

Each attack was accompanied by a tremendous sound and the release of energy.

Ash and Setsuna both understood that they absolutely could not let the battle remain deadlocked; they had to win the battle at the very least.

"Spray flames!"

"see through!"

"Mocha—!" A burst of blazing flame shot out from Infernape's mouth and rushed towards Riolu.

Riolu's eyes narrowed as it faced Infernape's Flamethrower. It leaped high into the air and circled behind Infernape, avoiding its frontal attack.

"Sonic punch!"

Yukina threw a punch forward, issuing the command with overwhelming force.

"Work hard!"

In that split second, Infernape's right hand suddenly burst forth with a dazzling silver light. It quickly turned around, concentrated all its power into its right fist, and then swung its right fist with lightning speed.

At the same moment, Riolu also swung its palm, using Sonic Punch and Power Shot. The two forces collided in the air, creating a powerful gust of wind.

"Close-range flamethrower!"

"Mocha!"

Infernape unleashed a jet of flame, shooting it from its mouth at Riolu.

"Use Foresight again! Jump! Riolu, unleash your power from mid-air!"

"Awooo!!" Riolu leaped into the air, then suddenly opened its palm, about to strike Infernape.

"Hmph! I'll take this battle by storm!"

Yukina had been waiting for this moment for a long time!

"Fire Monkey, Acrobatics!"

Faced with all this, Setsuna waved her hand aggressively and gave the order.

"Mocha!!!"

The Infernape was surrounded by a dazzling white light, and its movements were extremely agile.

In the midst of the ever-changing battle, with only a slight pause, he swiftly dodged Riolu's powerful attack. In that instant, time seemed to stand still, and the air seemed to freeze into a scorching heat.

"Mocha!!"

Bathed in this radiant light, Infernape unleashed a powerful right punch at Riolu, the force of which was unstoppable.

Well... this was also within Ash's prediction range.

He also understood that it was impossible to defeat the Infernape without taking any damage.

Infernape is stronger than Orochi in every aspect!

Next, Ash will have to put his will to the test!

Let's see who falls first!

"Don't let this opportunity slip by! Use your insight to seize it!"

"Roar!!" Riolu's sharp eyes instantly saw through Infernape's attack trajectory.

Suddenly, he stretched out his arm and accurately grabbed Infernape's right fist.

"What?! There's actually this method... But my Infernape has another hand!"

The situation reversed instantly, and Setsuna's eyes widened in panic.

"Mocha—!"

Immediately afterwards, Infernape's second wave of attacks came swiftly, its left fist striking towards Riolu.

...I understand! I understand what Ash is thinking!

"Awooo!!" Riolu reacted quickly, stomping on Infernape's foot to stop it from escaping.

This also bought them valuable time to retaliate.

Ash and Riolu are like a fusion, able to understand each other's thoughts instantly. Therefore, Riolu entrusts Ash with all its trust and the opportunity to unleash its last bit of power.

"Awooo~~~!!" Riolu took the acrobatic attack from Infernape head-on, its pupils revealing pain and groans.

The force of the blow caused Riolu pain, but Riolu endured the pain, its body surging with an indomitable will and power.

The conditions have been met!