After participating in the Kalos League, Ash decides to go to the Nessada region with his friends. Along the way, they face some unexpected events which will change the life of some of them.
Ch.8: Route to the Final Round
Ash and Tierno have started their battle and Ash's Noctowl managed to take out Tierno's Hitmontop without much problems.
"That was great Noctowl. Return and take a rest. I'm gonna need you for later," said Ash as he returned his trusty Johto flying–type.
"That was a nice one, Ash, but I'm going to win this battle," said Tierno with confidence as he sent out his Raichu.
"An electric–type. Torterra, I choose you," said Ash as he realized the Continent Pokémon.
"Torterra is actually an excellent choice against Raichu," said Brock to the rest of the gang.
"Why is that,"asked Serena.
"Torterra is not only a grass–type, but it's also a ground–type which means Raichu's electric attacks won't do a thing," explained the Pokémon Doctor.
"That was a smart move by Ash," said Clemont.
"Let's do it, Torterra," said Ash.
"Let's defeat that Pokémon, Raichu," said Tierno. "Use Signal Beam."
"Counter it with Rock Slide," ordered Ash. Raichu fired the bug–type attack, but it was blocked by Rock Slide. "Now use Energy Ball." Torterra used the moment and fired a green ball from its mouth which Raichu didn't see it coming and was hit by the grass–type attack.
"Get up, Raichu," pleaded Tierno. Apparently, Raichu was barely moving, but managed to stand to its feet. "Way to go. Use Focus Blast."
"Use Energy Ball one more time, Torterra," said Ash. Torterra managed to counter Raichu's Focus Blast. The two attacks made a huge explosion when they collided and Torterra knew this was its moment to win its first victory since it evolved from Grotle. "Torerra, use Earth Power." The Sinnoh grass–type starter stood on its hind legs and smashed its front on the ground, making a gold energy go towards Raichu. Because of the dust, Raichu didn't know from where the attack will come from was hit directly from the super effective Earth Power.
"Raichu is unable to battle. Torterra is the winner," announced the referee.
"Incredible, folks. Ash has taken down two of Tierno's Pokemon in a row. Not to mention that Ash's Noctowl and Torterra have barely taken any damage. The trainer from the Kanto region is pretty close to participate in the final round," said Goodshow.
"Things are looking pretty good for Ash," said Bonnie.
"You're right. Ash just might win this," said Clemont.
On the battlefield Tierno returned his Raichu and send out his Ludicolo who managed to confuse Torterra with Water Pulse.
"Snap out of it, Torterra. Try Energy Ball," pleaded Ash. Luckily, the Continent Pokémon managed to hit Ludicolo with Energy Ball, but it didn't like it did any damage.
"Ludicolo, use Hydro Pump," ordered Tierno. The water/grass type struck Torterra with the water – type attack. The grass/ground type barely managed to stand up, but it was no longer confused.
"Alright, Torterra. Use Synthesis," said Ash.
"I don't think so, Ash. Ludicolo, use Ice Beam," said Tierno. Just before Torterra could heal up, it was struck by the super – effective Ice Beam.
"Torterra is unable to battle. Ludicolo is the winner," announced the referee.
"Tierno manages to take out Ash's first Pokémon," shouted Goodshow. "This sure was un important win for Tierno."
"Torterra, return. You did great. Take a good rest," said Ash as he returned his Sinnoh starter.
Meanwhile, Tierno also decided to switch his Pokémon. He decided to send out his newly caught Pokémon, Zangoose. This gave Ash the idea to use one of his powerhouses.
"Krookodile, I choose you," shouted Ash.
"So Tierno sent out his Zangoose and Ash sent out his Krookodile," said Goodshow.
"I've never seen a Krookodile before. It sure looks powerful," said May as she scanned the Intimidating Pokémon.
"Krookodile, the Intimidation Pokémon and the evolved form of Krokorok. Krookodile can see faraway objects as threw binoculars. Its jaws are strong enough to crush a car," said her Pokedex. After that, she scanned Zangoose.
"Zangoose, the Cat Ferret Pokémon. Its fur would all stand on the end if it smelled a Seviper nearby. Its sharp claws tear up its foes."
The fact that these two Pokémon could tear each other apart really frightened her and Serena who was sitting next to her. Just the image of Krookodile biting Zangoose and Zangoose scratching Krookodile was enough to make both girls tremble with fear. Bonnie, on the other hand, was pretty excited to see who will be the winner between Krookodile and Zangoose.
To be continued…
Here is chapter 8 of the story. I decided to make this battle in four parts. Next time the main battle will be between Krookodile and Zangoose.
R&R