After the two Pokémon faced off in the middle of the field for a moment, they attacked at the same time, and the scene grew intensely heated.
The battle was much shorter, but also far more spectacular. Hariyama's attacks were powerful and heavy, and every palm strike sent out a muffled boom as it tore through the air, leaving shallow marks on the ground.
Blaziken used its speed advantage to weave through the gaps between Hariyama's attacks, constantly searching for opportunities to counterattack. The battle was fierce, and it ultimately ended with Blaziken's victory.
The second battle was Xinhai against Senior Brother Gang Yi. Xinhai sent out Krookodile, while Senior Brother Gang Yi sent out a Hitmonlee.
Hitmonlee's kicking techniques were extremely fierce, but Krookodile was no slouch in terms of strength. In addition, Krookodile's exceptional eyesight allowed it to observe the trajectory of Hitmonlee's attacks at the first opportunity, after which it used Dragon Claw to suppress it. In the end, Krookodile overcame its type disadvantage and won.
The third battle was Brawly against Senior Brother Yingxiong. Brawly sent out Scizor, while Senior Brother Gang Yi sent out Medicham.
The two Pokémon engaged in a close-quarters battle of Steel against Fighting, and the match was spectacular. Scizor's steel pincers and Medicham's fists and feet collided repeatedly in the middle of the field, sending sparks flying and earning round after round of cheers from the dojo disciples watching at the side.
After the battles ended, the group sat beneath the veranda in the dojo's back courtyard and drank tea.
Senior Brother Gang Yi brewed a pot of clear tea produced locally in Dewford Town. The tea was bright and transparent, with a faintly sweet aftertaste.
The sea breeze blew in over the courtyard wall, stirring the wind chimes beneath the