The two Pokémon now stood on opposing sides, both fighting for victory.
Once this match ended, if Hu Bin and Zacian won, Hu Bin would truly stand at the top of the world.
Facing Red, the strongest man in the world, Hu Bin's heart had settled into calm. This was the final battle. Red had once seemed impossible to defeat, but now he no longer felt quite so daunting.
Hu Bin turned toward the spectator stands and the Elite Four's seats. Hu Jiaxing and Hu Jiawang nodded at him, while the other Elite Four members and Champions, including Blue, Steven, Cynthia, and Leon, all encouraged him.
In the stands, Qin An and Zhao Lifang cheered for Hu Bin at the top of their lungs.
Hu Bin's father-in-law, Qin Shunlong, also threw caution to the wind and cheered, shouting, "Hu Bin, if you win, I'll approve this marriage and let you marry my daughter!"
Hu Bin smiled faintly. With so many people supporting him, warmth filled his heart.
Hu Bin lowered his head and closed his eyes. When he opened them again, they blazed with fighting spirit!
Red smiled at the fired-up Hu Bin. "Come on, Hu Bin. This is our final battle. Let's see who's left standing!"
Hu Bin nodded, his face brimming with determination. "Then let's do this! Go, Zacian, use Behemoth Blade!"
"Go, Zamazenta, use Behemoth Bash!"
Zamazenta's signature move, Behemoth Bash, turned the Pokémon into a giant shield that slammed into its opponent.
Zamazenta was already equipped with the Rusted Shield and was in Shield King Form.
Zamazenta's shield rapidly expanded as the Pokémon charged straight at Zacian.
Not to be outdone, Zacian's sword grew enormous in its jaws, and Zacian slashed it down at Zamazenta's shield.
This clash was truly a contest of sword against shield.