While Ralts and I were talking, Mr. Natian and I entered the Fitness Coach plaza. Incidentally, the trainers' plaza was where trainers gave their Pokémon instructions. The rules required trainers to remain inside it throughout the battle and not go outside.
As I stepped inside, the referee took his position as well, completing the preparations. The battle would begin once both trainers were ready and the referee gave the signal.
"Come on! Let me see the strength Baina has such high hopes for!"
As Mr. Natian spoke, Ralts sat on my shoulder and rested her hands on my head, claiming her recent favorite spot. Staying there meant she would obey what I had just told her, right?
"Next up is the sumo match between Captain Acong and challenger Ayou! Both sides, send your Pokémon into the ring!"
The referee's voice rang out across the arena.
All right, let's get started!
This one was my specialty!
"Leafeon, I choose you!"
"Let's go, Zaoga!"
Once the signal to begin sounded, I opened my eyes wide, determined not to miss a single move.
First, both sides sent out their opening Pokémon.
"But why is Yuto using a Grass type?"
This was a Grass-type Gym. Rather than using the same type, he could have fought with a Fire or Flying type for an advantage. Or was he trying to shut down Grass-type attacks? Still, you were an even greater Grass type expert than I was. Right, right, he could be aiming for that too...
"I see. Against another Grass type, Grass-type moves won't be as effective. You think you can shut down my main weapon. Then let me show you! Quick, use that immovable shovel!"
"Coconut!"
Let's have Nana take the initiative.
A move unleashed with nearly a hundred kilograms of weight behind it,