Chapter 205
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Steel-type Pokémon are very difficult to deal with.
For Dianxi, this had always been the case; she had known this since the time at the Jinling Gym. But what truly made her feel threatened was seeing Zacian and experiencing his strength firsthand in the Wild Area.
If a regular Pokémon easily crush Zacian, then Dianxi against Zacian would be like a fish on a chopping board, easily Fissure with a single stroke.
Dianxi had also thought about how she could change the situation, since not every Pokémon four times the damage, and every weakness that deals four times the damage would be a major concern for them.
Finally, everything changed after Reshiram appeared. Although Reshiram represents "truth," her control over "fire" surpasses most Legendary Pokémon. Dianxi even learned a Fire-type- type move from Reshiram.
However, she hadn't mastered this skill for very long, and shouldn't have put it into battle so quickly. But the current situation didn't allow her to hesitate any longer.
"Mystical Fire!"
Surrounded by a ring of flames, crimson magical fire Spit Up from Dianxi's mouth, catching Metagross completely off guard at close range. Even the Old Man Nian Hai probably hadn't expected Dianxi to use such a move.
"*!@*&@#*(@!"
Metagross let out a strange, slightly painful sound, and even its movements slowed down. Despite its relatively low Special Defense, it managed to withstand such a move from Mega Dianxi whose Attack and Special Attack were maximized, and the resulting damage was definitely not to be underestimated.
Taking advantage of this time, Dianxi quietly created some distance and used her ability to fill the cracks in the Diamond Shield to prevent Metagross from suddenly attacking again.
"..."
Old Man Nian Hai took a deep breath. The sudden turn of events had caught him somewhat off guard, but since everything had already happened, he would continue fighting.
A single Mystical Fire wasn't enough to bring Metagross down. As the wisps of Smokescreen gradually dissipated, Metagross's slightly charred body appeared before everyone.
Who do you think will win this Competition?
In the audience, Lillie glanced nervously at the two "senior Trainer" sitting next to her. With the battle reaching this level, she was actually a little afraid to continue watching.
"Metagross."
Sabrina voted for Metagross without hesitation, adding in her mind that she wasn't settling a personal score; she was simply hoping the old man could win, as a fellow Psychic Gym Leader.
Moreover, judging from their strength on paper, that Metagross is indeed stronger. However... Sabrina wasn't sure if it was just her imagination, but she seemed to sense that Dianxi seemed to have become stronger compared to when they fought before.
Has there been a breakthrough in strength during these past few days?
Or is it...?
"Since you're voting for Metagross, then I'll vote for Dianxi."
On the other side, Mei chose Qiao Ran's Dianxi, because from her perspective, she also hoped that Dianxi would win.
Besides, Dianxi isn't weak either.
"Hmm..." Hearing the two give different results, Lillie became even more confused. However, she already had the answer in her heart.
Dianxi, Qiao Ran.
You absolutely have to win!
The battle on the field continued. After taking a hit from Mystical Fire, Metagross was starting to get tired. As for Dianxi, although she had used her diamond shield to block several times in the previous exchanges, she had still been knocked away several times.
Furthermore, even if a block is made, it doesn't mean that Dianxi is 100% immune to the damage from the opponent. To some extent, the damage from the opponent's skills will still be transmitted to her.
"..."
Perhaps because it had been exposed to the Mystical Fire, Old Man Nian Hai did not allow Metagross to continue its reckless approach to Dianxi. Metagross's physical attack power was stronger than its special attack, but that did not mean it had no means of launching a special attack.
"Metagross, Flash Cannon!"
Following the voice of Old Man Nian Hai, the two front eyes of the Metagross...
Its claws began to rise, and a grayish-white light began to spread across its entire body. Then, the light converged into a single point—and condensed into a silvery-gray ray.
Steel-type Special Attack move: Flash Cannon!
"You want to use a ranged attack?"
Qiao Ran's lips curled up slightly. If Dianxi was still wary of Metagross's physical attacks, Dianxi didn't need to worry too much about its special attacks.
Mega Dianxi, with both attack stats at 150, is a dual-wielder with no weaknesses, seamlessly switching between physical and special attacks.
"Mystical Fire!"
A ring of fire once again condensed in front of Dianxi, and surging flames Spit Up from it. Although Dianxi was not using a move of her own type and her proficiency was not satisfactory, the two energies actually began to contend with each other in mid-air thanks to her significantly higher base stats and the type advantage of her move.
Ultimately, these two incompatible energies caused a series of explosions at the center, and even the air was filled with the smell of burning and Heat Wave.
"Boom!!!!!"
The intense explosions made the already dilapidated Battle Court even worse. After today's Competition, the renovation of the Venue alone will probably take a very long time.
The Referee, standing at the edge of the Battle Court, covered his ears, trying to block out the deafening roar. He had initially thought this fight would be better than the previous ones, but it turned out his assumption was far too naive.
"As expected, it's not that simple."
Having failed in his first attack, Old Man Nian Hai sighed, but a relieved smile appeared on his face.
"This old man... it's been a long time since I fought here, this long."
Enjoying the battle is the best summary of Trainer's life.
When he was young, Nian Hai once thought that it would be a romantic thing if he could spend the last second of his life on the field.
However, when the moment actually arrived, such thoughts had long since disappeared from his mind.
Now, he actually hopes to live a long, long life, because only in this way can he experience more battles and feel the excitement that he has never experienced as Gym Leader.
"Metagross!"
"...&!@...#&!!"
Hearing the response from his old friend, Nian Hai's eyes widened, as if he had crossed a long Battlefield and was staring directly at Qiao Ran on the other side.
"Now, it's time to end this! Young man!"
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This battle may not have taken very long, but the intensity of the fight was still a huge burden for Qiao Ran.
"Bring it on!"
Qiao Ran beckoned, and Dianxi in the arena made the exact same gesture. No one could predict the outcome of the battle, and they would not fall easily here.
"Well!"
On the other side, Nian Hai was also at his limit. Although he was still standing on the Battle Court, only he knew his physical condition. As an old man, his energy and strength were no longer enough to support long-term high-intensity command.
"Metagross! Meteor Mash! Flash Cannon!"
Metagross's front fists gathered immense brute Superpower, while its rear fists suddenly bent, shooting out Silver White rays towards Dianxi.
"Dianxi, stop it!"
Faced with the incoming rays, Dianxi didn't immediately use a skill to block them. Instead, she raised the diamond shield in her hand. The rays Tackle the shield without causing much of a ripple, and some of the rays were even reflected away by the diamonds in all directions.
"... Then, Mystical Fire!"
"...!"
After blocking Metagross's ranged attack, Dianxi unleashed her own skill; her target was undoubtedly Metagross, which was charging towards her!
It's too late!
A bead of sweat rolled down the forehead of the Old Man Nian Hai.
What exactly is that diamond, and why is it so difficult to deal with?
After a moment's thought, a resolute glint flashed in Old Man Nian Hai's eyes.
"Continue
Attack! Metagross!
"&...!@&*!"
Facing the Ring charging towards it, Metagross let out a metallic Roar. Its silvery-white light had not faded, and its huge body, like a shooting star, passed through the flames, leaving a scarlet trail behind it.
"Increase the firepower, Dianxi!"
Qiao Ran also sensed the opponent's determination. At this distance, it was impossible to dodge anymore. All he could do was continue to strengthen his connection with Dianxi, allowing Dianxi to unleash an unprecedentedly powerful attack and completely suppress the opponent with firepower.
"Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!"
Energy surged from Qiao Ran's body and began to flow into Dianxi. Enveloped by the Ring of flames, Dianxi's white ribbons fluttered violently, and the pink Gem shimmered with the glow of energy. Moreover, the size of the flames increased once again, dyeing half of the sky above the Battlefield red.
"...!!"
However, even amidst such flames, a meteor still descended from the sky, striking Dianxi's body with unparalleled force, and then—the meteor, along with Dianxi, crashed to the ground.
"Boom!!!!"
In an instant, the ground shook violently, rocks flew everywhere, and the entire Battlefield seemed to be collapsing.
Various alarms blared incessantly, and even the spectators in the stands showed expressions of panic.
"What... happened?"
"Could it be... going to collapse?"
A commotion broke out among the crowd, but fortunately the tremors did not last long, and everything gradually calmed down.
"Please return to your seats in an orderly manner. This is a normal part of the Competition, so please don't panic... Our Magic City Gym has comprehensive safety measures in place..."
The broadcast spread, calming the agitated crowd.
Only then did the people who had returned to their seats look back at the Battlefield... what had happened there?
What was the outcome of the battle?
Also, who exactly are Gym Leader Nian Hai and that young man...?
Are they... alright?
As the smoke and dust dissipated, the appearance of the Battle Court was revealed. The once flat and clean Battle Court had been ravaged into a pile of rubble, like a ruin ravaged by a monster. Even the places where the players stood were broken. There was not a single intact spot on the entire Battle Court.
On one side of the Battle Court, the Old Man Nian Hai's body Levitate slightly in the air, his face a little pale, and there was still a lingering fear on his face.
"..."
His gaze was fixed on the other side of the Battle Court. He had initially been somewhat worried about the young man's situation, but... now it seemed that he had been overthinking things.