After recalling Poliwag into its Poké Ball, the gray-clad boy ran out.
Wu Neng also recalled the Geodude that had lost its ability to battle.
He handed it to the staff member beside him, then prepared for the next challenge.
"Challenger Number Two, please get ready."
The boy sitting beside Eichi was Challenger Number Two.
Number Two walked down from the stands and took the position where Number One had stood.
"Both sides, please send out your Pokémon."
"Go, Slowpoke."
"Go, Geodude."
The Geodude Wu Neng sent out was about the same as the one that had just battled.
Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon
Type: Water, Psychic
Abilities: Oblivious, Own Tempo
Hidden Ability: Regenerator
Slowpoke was pink all over and somewhat plump. Its ears curled inward; its large, round eye sockets held only tiny pupils, giving it a vacant stare; its mouth was cream-colored, with two teeth visible on its upper jaw. Its limbs were short, with one claw on each hand and foot; it had a long pink tail that faded to light pink at the tip.
Aptitude: Good
Level: Novice
This Slowpoke was quite good, and its Trainer had clearly done some research. He knew this Gym specialized in Rock-types, which were weak to Water-types.
That was why he had specifically prepared a Water-type Slowpoke.
"The challenge begins."
"Slowpoke, use Water Gun."
Lying on the ground, Slowpoke opened its mouth and fired a Water Pillar even thicker than the Poliwag's from the previous challenger at Geodude.
"Geodude, hide behind the rock."
There happened to be a rock beside Geodude. With a turn, it ducked behind it.
The Water Pillar struck the rock. Although Geodude had avoided it, the rock did not look like it would hold for long.
"Geodude, use Defense Curl."
A silver glow appeared around Geodude's body.