"What a fresh scent, and such vivid flowers! Moe, you've raised this Sylveon well!" Although it was a shame he had failed to hit Mienshao and settle the first matchup, Liu Qing showed no regret. Instead, he sniffed the air and praised the newly appeared Pokémon.
"Thanks for the compliment!" Any Pokémon Trainer would be delighted to have someone acknowledge the Pokémon they had raised, and Moe was no exception. After speaking, she glanced at the panting Rhyperior across from her. Even with its formidable defenses and stamina, two High Jump Kicks had clearly taken a heavy toll. Yet Liu Qing showed no sign of recalling it. She felt relieved, but remained quietly on guard.
Liu Qing naturally understood Rhyperior's condition. He had not recalled it because, as a power-oriented Pokémon, Rhyperior excelled in close combat but struggled against special attacks. Every battle against a ranged attacker offered valuable experience, especially when it faced a type disadvantage like this. If it could win under these circumstances, the victory would be immensely valuable to both Liu Qing and Rhyperior.
"Rhyperior, Stone Edge!" At Liu Qing's command, Rhyperior roared. Its rapidly gathering power formed two intersecting rings of sharp stones that spun around its body before shooting forward with powerful, whistling rushes.
"Sylveon, Double Team!" Moe reacted swiftly, giving her command just as Stone Edge launched. White light flashed across Sylveon's body, and more than a dozen shadow clones appeared in an instant. They dodged Stone Edge and surrounded Rhyperior. Seizing the opportunity, Moe ordered a follow-up attack. "Sylveon, Sleep Powder!"
Good strategy, but will it work? Liu Qing silently praised her, yet remained completely calm as he commanded, "Arm Thrust!"
Both Pokémon attacked at their Trainers' commands. Sylveon swayed rhythmically, the flower on its forehead opening and closing as powder glowing