Ye Lan still remembered the instant Garchomp completed its Mega Evolution. An overwhelming Dragon-type pressure had burst outward, and its low growl had made the air tremble beside his ears. Its golden slit pupils had locked onto the opponent ahead, fierce and seemingly impossible to overcome.
But now, the tables had turned!
Ye Lan remained composed, not the least bit intimidated by the Champion's presence.
He raised his Poké Ball high. A deep crimson pillar of Gigantamax light plunged from the sky, and immense energy engulfed the entire arena.
Rillaboom's body swelled and shot upward within the light. His muscles grew thicker, while the vines on his shoulders surged into wild growth.
The giant wooden mallet in his hand hung heavily at his side. The instant it struck the ground, it sent rubble flying and cracks spreading across the arena.
His wooden drum, once only half his height, had become enormous too. From atop it, Rillaboom could look down at Mega Garchomp below.
Gigantamax Rillaboom had arrived!
A colossal Gigantamax Grass-type beast faced a Mega Evolved Ground Dragon. Ye Lan's determination to win blazed like a wildfire!
"Let's bring this battle into our rhythm!" Ye Lan called out, calm and certain.
There was no need to hesitate or hold back. At this moment, he was a true challenger for the Champion's throne!
Ye Lan cast aside the idea of a reckless assault. He would not let his newfound power go to his head. "Rillaboom, Noble Roar!"
Boom!
The giant wooden mallet struck the ground, sending deep, heavy sound waves surging outward from Rillaboom.
Combined with Rillaboom's own skill, a unique sound field spread across the entire arena.
Flecks of green energy swirled through the air. They steadied his presence while steadily constricting Mega Garchomp's room to maneuver, slightly blunting his