The reason was Aura.
Through the bond resonance brought about by the power of the mind and Aura, Torchic had ultimately completed its Bond Evolution.
Only after becoming proficient in this method did Dark have a foundation for researching how to induce Bond Evolution in other Pokémon-type Magic Spirits.
He already had a vague feeling about it.
As for this duel, Torchic, being the only offensive option in his hand, was not suitable for an opening play.
His gaze finally settled on Marshmallon.
Marshmallon's passive effect still needed to be tested, so this was the perfect opportunity.
"Beep—"
[Battle Phase (1)][30s)
As the round shifted, Dark immediately began his summon.
"In the name of Dark Demon, Magic Guidance Summon—Marshmallon!"
Three seconds later, he completed the summon.
Marshmallon, giving off a sweet fragrance, was summoned before him. He directly grasped Marshmallon in his left hand and used it as a physical-defense shield. Then, during the three-second waiting interval, he observed his opponent.
Atoro's opening summon was a Magic Spirit that looked like a traveler straight out of a fairy tale.
The Human Species Magic Spirit wore clothing that seemed sewn together from green leaves, with an exquisite longbow strapped to its back.
It made it look somewhat like an elf, but it was not one. The moment it was summoned, the faint sound of wind rose around it, and the concentration of wind elements began to increase.
From this, it was clear that it was a Human Species but Flying Type Magic Spirit.
Its name was Wind Traveler, the very source of Atoro's nickname.
"Wind Traveler, shoot through him!"
Almost simultaneously with the command—
Wind Traveler pulled an arrow from the quiver on its back with lightning speed, drew its bow, and fired in one fluid motion!
The arrow flew at