Even after all that traveling and training, Tyranitar was still no match for Groudon in a one-on-one battle.
Whether in size, defense, speed, or strength, he was outclassed by far.
Although the difference between the two Pokémon's stats in the games was not that great, this was a living, breathing world, not a set of cold numbers. Unless Tyranitar underwent Mega Evolution, the gulf between their strengths was simply too difficult to cross!
That was especially true without a Pokémon Trainer directing him. In a brute-force collision like this, without any technique, even adding another Tyranitar would not allow the two of them to defeat Groudon.
Such was the terrifying strength of a Super-Ancient Legendary Pokémon!
Its sheer presence alone was enough to make most Pokémon shrink back and hesitate!
Clatter...
Tyranitar struggled out of the pile of rocks. They had only been fighting for a short while, but his body was already covered in wounds, all inflicted by Groudon during their clash. Even so, there was still no hint of retreat in his eyes!
With barely a moment's hesitation, he roared and charged at Groudon again.
Whether he could win or not, at least he had the courage to fight!
Xia You turned to glance at him.
Although his attention had not been on Tyranitar and he had not seen how he lost, he had long expected this outcome and was not surprised.
However, Tyranitar's collision had slightly obstructed Gengar's pursuit, allowing Maxie and Tabitha to seize the chance to escape a little farther.
Fortunately, it had not made much difference.
In fact, rather than Groudon, Xia You's target had always been Maxie alone.
This was not because Maxie was particularly powerful or intimidating, but because his ideas were simply too dangerous!
An ambitious man commanding such a vast