Ch. 501Latias Appears
Key Plot Points and Events
- Jiang Jing's ace Pokémon, Mega Aggron, loses to Mega Tyranitar.
- Jiang Jing sends out Latias, his legendary Pokémon, as his final Pokémon.
- Latias easily defeats Mega Tyranitar in three moves, securing Jiang Jing's victory.
- The Elite Four Selection ends, and the newly appointed Elite Four members gather in the arena.
- Jiang Jing announces his intention to challenge the Steel-type King, Duan Song.
Character Developments
- Jiang Jing demonstrates his strategic thinking by keeping Latias hidden until the final moment.
- Su Yao shows sportsmanship by accepting his defeat and congratulating Jiang Jing.
- Jiang Jing displays his confidence and ambition by challenging Duan Song immediately after the Elite Four Selection.
Significant Themes
- The power of hidden strength and strategic planning.
- The importance of sportsmanship and acceptance of defeat.
- The theme of ambition and the desire to prove oneself against stronger opponents.
Character Interactions
- Jiang Jing and Su Yao exchange words after the battle, acknowledging each other's strength.
- Jiang Jing challenges Duan Song, setting the stage for their upcoming battle.
- The other Elite Four members choose their respective types, with Jiang Jing being the only one to challenge another King.