Chapter 62

"Awoooooo!!"

"It's just an owl, I'm fine!!"

Yveltal's pride prevented her from making such a strategy; as the embodiment of death, she would only want to utterly destroy her opponent.

Moreover,

She had considerable confidence in her abilities; in her mind, only that annoying Xerneas could completely neutralize her attacks.

"Alright, then I'll leave it to you."

Qiao Ran respected Yveltal's will. Since she had chosen this path, as her Trainer, he would accompany her all the way.

"Not planning to change your Pokémon? Looks like you're very confident in your abilities."

The Old Lady Ouyang across from them watched the interaction between Qiao Ran and Yveltal with a smile. During this time, she also exchanged a few brief glances with the Flash Decidueye.

"The Decidueye will be quite different from the opponents you've faced before, young man. Let this old woman see just how far you can go."

"Juun!"

As if in harmony with her words, the Decidueye, which seemed to be draped in a cloak of night, also let out a crisp and sharp cry, its sharp eyes hidden beneath its dark green hood.

Although it's a Grass-type Pokémon, it's one of the few Grass-type that can truly fly. In aerial combat, Decidueye would be a formidable opponent. After all, before its third evolution, it was indeed a Flying type Pokémon.

"Alright, both sides are ready, the third battle now begins!!"

After all preparations were completed, the Referee officially announced the start of the third battle. As the Referee of the Gym, she couldn't help but look forward to the Competition. On one side was the Gym Leader she admired so much, and on the other side was a challenger using an unknown Pokémon. This was sure to be a very exciting Competition.

She was even somewhat glad that she had taken on the Referee job for this match; otherwise, she wouldn't have been able to witness such a unique Competition.

"Here it comes, Yveltal, the Dark Pulse!"

At the start of the Competition, Qiao Ran once again let Yveltal strike first. To win this Competition, Yveltal's only advantage was its status as Legendary Pokémon and its type advantage that was very effective against its opponent.

Decidueye, a dual-type Grass/ Ghost Type Pokémon, has two STAB moves that are not very effective against Yveltal, dealing half damage each time. Yveltal, on the other hand, can deal double damage to Decidueye with both Flying type and Dark Type moves.

This is also what Qiao Ran believes is the key to victory. Simply put, Yveltal has gained two positive buffs, "double damage" and "double defense," due to the attribute advantage.

"I-hoo-hoo-hoo!!"

With Yveltal's Roar, the dark purple light wave mercilessly surged towards the Decidueye, its wings flapping rapidly like two dark clouds in the sky.

Oblivion Wing's energy is filled with overwhelming tyranny, suppressing and ravaging any life. Even though Yveltal is currently unable to unleash Oblivion Wing's true power due to his level, the fear of death as a living being is etched into his soul.

"..." The Referee swallowed hard. Even though she wasn't a participant in the battle, even though she was just watching from the sidelines, she could feel the power of this skill.

This Dark Pulse... is so powerful!

"Juuuuuuuu!!"

Faced with the energy wave rushing towards its face, the Decidueye narrowed its eyes. Its body was not small, but in front of Yveltal, it was like a slightly taller child; everything about it was tiny.

"Decidueye, dodge that attack."

The Old Lady Ouyang's calm voice came through, without a trace of panic. Although she was shocked when she first witnessed Yveltal's Dark Pulse, she gradually got used to it after seeing it many times.

"Juuun!"

Upon hearing Old Lady Ouyang's words, the Decidueye also began to move. Although Old Lady Ouyang's command was very broad, the Decidueye seemed to understand and began to fly in a certain direction in the sky.

"Yveltal, change direction!"

Qiao Ran reacted immediately. Yveltal's Oblivion Wing can be redirected, but the angle cannot be too large, otherwise Yveltal herself would have difficulty controlling the skill in this confined room.

"Now! Decidueye, Spirit Shackle!"

Old Lady Ouyang shook her cane, her eyes gleaming with a blue light. At the same time, the Decidueye also took a stance in the air, using its wings as a bow and bowstring, and pulled hard.

A shadow arrow shot out from between its wings, flying at incredible speed towards Yveltal's location and piercing through Yveltal's wing.

"Irohahahahahahaha!!!!"

The pain made Yveltal Roar even more Rage, which sounded like a vicious curse to Qiao Ran, but to others it was the beginning of a violent outburst.

At the same time, Yveltal's Oblivion Wing also engulfed the Decidueye, completely enveloping it in a torrent of energy.

Yveltal launched this attack with the intention of trading injury for injury, however—after the Black and Red light wave dissipated, neither Qiao Ran nor Yveltal could find any trace of the Decidueye.

"...!"

Disappeared???

What on earth is going on???

Qiao Ran stared in astonishment, his mouth agape. He simply couldn't comprehend how the other had managed to do that. But just as he was marveling, the Decidueye emerged from the shadows beneath Yveltal's wings, right where the shadow arrow had struck...!

Section 117, Chapter 114 [The Last Move]

The Decidueye darted out of the shadows, and then its wings emitted an emerald light, transforming into two blades that slashed at Yveltal.

--Leaf Blade!

Although Grass-type moves only deal half the damage to Yveltal, the level difference still caused Yveltal considerable damage.

"Cough...!"

Qiao Ran clutched his chest; he could feel a burning pain spreading across his body.

His connection with Yveltal wasn't strong, but he still felt intense pain. Yveltal's injury was probably more serious than he had imagined.

Also, why can the other person suddenly disappear and then reappear in the shadows???

What's the underlying principle?

To be honest, Qiao Ran was a little stunned when she saw what the other party did.

If this were a Gengar, Qiao Ran might be able to understand it. After all, Gengar's body is quite special, and its ability to blend into the shadows could be explained. Moreover, the creature does indeed possess this ability.

However, why can the Decidueye also emerge from the shadows???

Could it be that its Ghost Type nature grants it a special effect?

"Don't dwell on things you don't know. Instead of thinking about those things, focus your attention on fighting this old woman."

Old Lady Ouyang seemed to have guessed that Qiao Ran would have questions, but she told him not to think about them for the time being.

"Commanding the battle is what Trainer should do. Once the opponent is Defeat, what they use becomes irrelevant."

"... really."

Qiao Ran slightly taken aback, took a deep breath, and temporarily snapped out of her thoughts.

He is a thoughtful person, which is sometimes a good thing, but at other times it can also become a hindrance.

For example... when encountering something you don't understand.

Old Lady Ouyang's words were actually quite simple. If Qiao Ran were to summarize them, it would simply be. "Don't worry about what fancy tricks your opponent has up their sleeve; just Defeat them."

"Alright, let's show them what you're really capable of. We can't fall behind!"

"Yveltal, Sucker Punch!"

Since Oblivion Wing, which requires a short Stockpile, couldn't hit the opponent, Qiao Ran began to change his strategy, and the Dark Type move "Sucker Punch," with a power of 70, was an excellent choice.

This is a preemptive skill that guarantees the opponent's move. Although the game has a limitation that "if the opponent does not use an attack skill, the skill fails," this does not exist in reality.

In short, in reality, this is a Dark Type version of Extreme Speed. Moreover, under the influence of Yveltal's Ability — Dark Aura —the power of this move will be increased by one-third!

"Roar roar roar!"

Yveltal's body was surging with black energy as she rapidly flew Battle Court, charging straight at the Decidueye, which was also in mid-air.

"Are you planning to change your tactics? Good command..." Old Lady Ouyang nodded with a smile, acknowledging the correctness of Qiao Ran's decision. However, she couldn't just sit idly by and wait for her fate.

If this move hits Decidueye, the double damage from its counter effect is not to be underestimated.

"Decidueye, Spirit Shackle!"

"Juuuuun!"

The cloaked owl once again drew its bow and nocked an arrow, its eyes gleaming with a sharp light. This time, it was still aiming at Yveltal's wings.

"Whoosh!"

The arrow made of shadow flew towards Yveltal, piercing Yveltal wing precisely. In this confined Battle Court, Yveltal's space to dodge was always limited, and its enormous size also made it a target.

"Irohahahaha!"

Even after being pierced, Yveltal's speed remained undiminished as it charged straight at the Decidueye. However, just like before, the Decidueye vanished from its spot after firing its arrow. Then, its figure appeared on the back of Yveltal's wing, directly dodging the fierce charge.

"This... I knew it."

Witnessing this scene once again, Qiao Ran's eyes were filled with deep incomprehension and shock. At the same time, a sense of certainty arose in his heart. He gritted his teeth and had a bizarre idea.

Could it be that the guy hid in the shadow he shot out, and then took refuge in Yveltal's shadow?

Does that mean that as long as it's a shadow, the other person can blend in?

Damn it... I don't know anything like this.

"You can't Defeat me like that. If this Pokémon can't do it, why not try other Pokémon?"

Old Lady Ouyang gently

She shook her head. Using this huge bird in indoor battles was actually a huge hindrance; if it were any other smaller Pokémon, this tactic wouldn't be feasible at all.

"... This is her choice, and I won't replace her with anyone else."

Qiao Ran didn't give up; he felt that he needed to find some tricks of the trade.

The battle continues.

The Decidueye, relying on its ability to shoot shadow arrows and then suddenly appear, dodged countless skills from Yveltal. However, during this process, Qiao Ran also discovered some suspicious points.

First, did the Decidueye never shoot an arrow at the ground because the shadows on the ground were too thin?

Secondly, he noticed something unusual about the Old Lady Ouyang. Every time she used her skill to Decidueye, her eyes would flash with the same eerie light. Was this normal? A Grass-type Gym Leader, yet her eyes were flashing with an eerie light...

Countless questions began to swirl in Qiao Ran's mind. He pursed his lips in frustration, feeling inexplicably at a loss.

"No... no, that's not what I need to think about right now."

What I should be thinking about is how to Defeat the opponent.

Qiao Ran patted her cheeks, trying to calm herself down.

At the same time, Yveltal also spoke.

"Roar roar roar roar roar!"

"Don't hesitate any longer, can I kill this ugly bird now? I trust you!"

"Believe me..."

Yveltal's words made Qiao Ran's breath catch in his throat. The Pokémon battling on the field had all chosen to believe him, so why was he standing here lost?

What I should be thinking about is how to Defeat the opponent and bring victory to Yveltal.

So, how can you Defeat your opponent?

--Of course, the skill needs to hit.

So, how do you land a skill? And how do you land a skill without the opponent dodging it?

This...

Qiao Ran's train of thought suddenly hit a dead end.

However, he quickly regained his composure.

Dodge... dodge... can't dodge...

Yeah, yeah! As long as the other side can't dodge, isn't that enough?

Gradually, a completely new path began to unfold before Qiao Ran, and an idea emerged in his mind.

Previously, he had overlooked a skill, a skill that his former opponent had used.

In the Real World, Pokémon are not limited to four moves, but how many more they can have depends on the Pokémon's own talent.

Yveltal should know about the skill that Qiao Ran is thinking about now.

"Decidueye, Spirit Shackle!"

Once again, the Decidueye pierced Yveltal's wing and appeared in Yveltal's shadow. At such close range, Yveltal was unable to react.

--Its wings emitted a green light, which was the radiance of its Leaf Blade.