Getting closer and closer to victory (Tyson is shown in a blue backfield with Lucario tossing an Aura Sphere, Gabite running in with Dragon Claw, and Frogadier clouds the screen with Smokescreen)
I know greatness is my destiny (Alexis is in a pink backfield as Buneary freezes the screen, Braixen burns it into a circle, and Hawlucha flies through it)
They will remember me for centuries! (Bolt in a yellow slide with Luxio and Manectric as both run forward with Wild Charge)
I know it's hard to keep some memories (Tyson stands afar from Frogadier, as Ryan and Chesnaught are in the backfield using Seed Bomb, then Lucas and Roserade using Petal Dance, and ends with Molly and Dewott using Razor Shell)
But separation is our greatest defeat (Frogadier walks away with Tyson chasing him. Once the hatted boy got close, Frogadier was created into water and dropped down)
When we join, we become complete! (Tyson's hat drops and his tears fall. Once his tears hit the ground, a figure in water armor with glowing silver eyes and Tyson began to form together)
Show us (2x) your hidden power! (Gabite takes out a horde of Pokemon, then glows and flies forward)
Our training (2x) is our superpower! (Ramos and Gogoat slides past as his Pokemon shoots his vines out in a green backfield)
My drive (2x) will never dour! (A girl with brown hair turns around and reveals her gray eyes)
It's time (2x) to reach our dreams! (Tyson, Alexis, Bolt, Ryan, Lucas, Molly, Beatrice, and Leon stand around each other and puts their arms with their Mega Bracelets into the sky)
Pokemon!
How's it going folks? I'm back with another, but exciting chapter of PKL! Last time we left off, Alexis and Molly battle got out of control and Tyson's mom showed up to stop it. Now, this is an epic rival battle between Tyson and Molly!
Warrior of Hope: Yeah, that was bad of Aegislash, but Hawlucha shouldn't have fought back. The two had some unfinished business and it was good for the both of them that happened. And Alexis will only get better, as will Molly!
MysticBeatz21: Thanks, but what were you saying no to? You wasn't really clear with your review.
El Torro: I had the same though my while I was planning the chapter out about the length. And Alexis and Molly will push each during this arc, in particular.
ShadowDragon9000: You know, I never really thought of Aegislash and Hawlucha as eternal rivals. I might actually add some more battles with them now!
Tyson's team
Frogadier, (m), level 34, Cut, Quick Attack, Water Pulse, Ice Punch, *Double Team*, *Aerial Ace*
Fletchinder, (m), level 29, Razor Wind, Steel Wing, Quick Attack, Aerial Ace, *Double Team*, *Flame Charge*
Elekid, (m), level 27, Shock Wave,Brick Break, Thunderbolt, Thunder Punch
Monferno, (m), level 29, Flamethrower, Flame Wheel, Mach Punch, Fire Punch, *Dig*
Gabite, (m), level 30, Dragon Rage, Sandstorm, Take Down, Dig, *Dragon Claw*, *Sand Tomb*
Cranidos, (m), level 26, Zen Headbutt, Headbutt, Rock Tomb, Pursuit
At Professor Sycamore:
Munchlax, (m), level 27, Tackle, Metronome, Focus Punch, Protect, *Lick*, *Trump Card*
Sylveon, (f), level 32, Fairy Wind, Shadow Ball, Moonblast , Quick Attack, *Refresh*
Lucario, (m), level 38, Metal Claw, Aura Sphere, Quick Attack, Blaze Kick, *Bone Rush*, *Metal Sound*
Episode 38: Buzz on Sparkplug! A Fiery Rematch!
"Start off with Ice Beam, Delibird!"
Delibird opened his beak as inside glowed a light blue color. Cranidos prepared for the attack and just ran forward, which was exactly on Tyson's mind.
"Run through with Zen Headbutt!"
Cranidos's head glowed a faint light purple as he continued his stride. The stream of ice smashed into the Sinnoh Pokemon, but wasn't enough to damage Cranidos. The Headbutt Pokemon ultimately smashed into Delibird to Molly's dismay. Delibird was sent flying back to the ground as Tyson shot a hand forward.
"Now shoot a shoot a Rock Tomb!" Tyson commanded, not wanting to lose the momentum.
Cranidos roared as four large rocks circled him. Looking down, he shot his head down, which sent the boulders flying down.
"Take them out with Steel Wing!"
Delibird lifted his arms and revealed his hidden wings. The wings gained silver armor as their owner flew towards the descending boulders. The ice type was able to take out each large piece of rock. Delibird landed with a proud smile, which Tyson nodded at.
"We're stopping this boost of confidence now," the hatred boy announced. "Cranidos, use Pursuit!"
Cranidos glowed light purple before he disappeared. Molly bit her lip as she tried to figure out a way to counter the attack. Smiling, she threw her arm out to the side when an idea came.
"Present!" Molly cried, confusing her opponent.
Delibird dug around in his bag and pulled out a nicely wrapped gift. Grinning, once Cranidos appeared, the ice type launched the present at the rock type. Once the gift made contact with Cranidos, a bomb popped out and dropped on the Sinnoh Pokemon. Cranidos flew back from the strong impact as Tyson growled.
"Regain your bearings, then attack with Headbutt!"
"Use Hail!"
Cranidos spun around before he jetted off towards Delibird. The Johto Pokemon meanwhile, raised his hands in the air as huge storm clouds hovered above. In nanoseconds, a storm of ice fell to the ground as Cranidos couldn't keep up with the hard weather.
"If we can't go psychical, we'll go direct!" Tyson started. "Fire Rock Tomb!"
Cranidos roared once more as four new large boulders levitated near him. A dark purple aura surrounded the rocks as they flew towards Delibird.
"Let's show them how you won the Plant Badge!" Molly called making Delibird nod. "Go all out with Ice Beam!"
Delibird lifted his head proudly and opened his beak, which had a ball of pure white energy growing by size. The Johto Pokemon shot his head forward, releasing a zig zag stream of pure ice. The blast froze the boulders and kept pushing them towards Cranidos until they ultimately smashed into him. Once the smoke cleared, Cranidos was shown frozen in a block of ice, unconscious.
"Cranidos is unable to battle! The victor is Delibird! Tyson, choose your second Pokemon!" Bolt declared, raising his arm high in the air.
Tyson smiled faintly and grabbed another capsule and pressed the center button. Out from the ball was Monferno, who laughed when he saw Cranidos frozen.
"I got him," Monferno said, running to his teammate. Twirling his hand, Monferno smashed it on the ice prison, releasing the restored Pokemon. Cranidos dropped to the ground before Tyson returned him. The Sinnoh fire type eyed Delibird and shook his head.
"Why are you shaking your head?" Molly asked curiously.
"How could Cranidos lose to Santa's Little Helper?" Monferno asked. "Looks like once more, it's up to me to bring the team up."
"You have a great team player, Tyson," Kira said, laughing a bit.
"This will be a battle between Delibird and Monferno! Begin!"
Tyson + Monferno + 2 Pokemon vs Molly + Delibird + 3 Pokemon
"Let's use Flamethrower, Monferno!" Tyson called.
Monferno took a huge breath before spitting out a stream of mixed orange and red flames. Delibird panicked as Molly pushed her arm forward.
"Fly away with Steel Wing, then hit Monferno with Giga Impact!"
Just as Delibird flew away with his metal wings, Monferno's flames hit the ground. Growling, Monferno continued his fire and tried to burn Delibird out of the sky. Sadly, Delibird was able to avoid the super effective move before engulfing himself in a spiral of purple and yellow energy. The ice type flew down towards Monferno, who remained calm.
"Monferno, use Flame Wheel to avoid Delibird's Giga Impact!" Tyson ordered, winking at Monferno, who then did the same.
The Playful Pokemon did a few front flips before turning into a wheel of flames. The battling duo played a game of cat and mouse with Monferno looking back at his trainer. Tyson tipped his hat, which made the monkey nod. Monferno jumped into the air as he saw Delibird smash into the ground. The Sinnoh Pokemon got out of his fire armor and hovered over the recovering ice type.
"Clobber him with Fire Punch!" Tyson cried, shocking the spectators, and their opponents.
While in the air, Monferno bucked his fist back before it was engulfed in flames. Delibird looked up in fear and saw his opponent flying down towards him.
"Delibird, get out the way and use Ice Beam!"
Delibird scampered out the way, but was hit on his wing by Monferno's burning fist. Fighting through the pain, Delibird turned around and opened his beak to fire another ice stream. The ice hit Monferno off of Delibird and froze one of his arms.
"Alright! Fly in with Mach Punch!"
Monferno used his unfrozen arm and flew across the field. Molly grinned as she pointed at her rival's obnoxious Pokemon.
"Use a Steel Wing assault!"
Delibird's wings gained the silver armor once more as he waited for the Playful Pokemon to get close. Once Monferno was near, Delibird smacked him repeatedly with his wings until Monferno grabbed one with his free hand.
"Stop Delibird by hitting him with your frozen arm!"
The Sinnoh Pokemon put the rest of his strength and lifted his frozen arm high. Keeping Delibird in place, Monferno slammed in down on the ice type. The arm was freed of its bondage before Monferno flew up into the air again.
"Now use Flamethrower, Monferno!"
Bucking out, Monferno reared his head back and then shot it down. A huge stream of red and orange flames descended down and swallowed Delibird whole. Once Monferno landed on the ground, the hail stopped as Delibird laid out unconscious.
"Delibird is unable to battle, Monferno's the victor! Molly, choose your next Pokemon!"
"You were great out there," Molly said, returning her fainted Pokemon. The girl smiled and then tossed another Poke Ball into the air. "Sandslash, battle dance!" Once the ball reached its apex, the capsule opened, releasing the ground type.
"Let's win this time!" Tyson cheered, making his Pokemon nod confidently.
"Sandslash has gotten better since our last battle," Molly informed her rival. "It won't be a walk in the park!"
"This will now be a battle between Sandslash and Monferno, begin!"
Tyson + Monferno + 2 Pokemon vs Molly + Sandslash + 2 Pokemon
"Fire a Swift!" Molly ordered, making Tyson growl at the non evasive move.
Sandslash spat a storm of large stars Monferno's way. Monferno crouched into a track position and looked back at his trainer.
"Run through with a Fire Punch ready!"
With a strong dash, Monferno ran towards the flurry of storms. The Playful Pokemon was able to maneuver most of the large stars until some flew towards him. Monferno, who had his attack ready, took out the stars and used to momentum to hit Sandslash. The ground type flew back before shaking off the pain.
"Return the favor with Earthquake!"
Sandslash raised his head and shrieked. Following the loud cry. The ground began to shake as huge pillars shot up.
"Avoid with Flame Wheel!"
Monferno was into another wheel of fire as he moved out the way of any pillars that shot up. Tyson smiled proudly at his quick thinking, but he didn't notice Molly's grin. The Sinnoh Pokemon continued his stride as he set his eyes on Sandslash once more.
"Stop Monferno with an uppercut Crush Claw!"
The ground type crouched down and extended his sharp claws. Monferno flew in confidently and was prepared to smash into Sandslash until his opponent lifted the claw. Monferno stopped his attack once Sandslash lifted his sharp claw up on Monferno's chin. The Playful Pokemon was thrown high up into the air as Tyson looked up in shock.
"Sandslash has gotten stronger," Tyson noticed, looked and the barely injured Pokemon. "But so has Monferno! Fly back down with Mach Punch!"
Monferno finally opened his eyes fixed his body position. The monkey shot his fist forward, which sent him flying down fast. With her mind racing, Molly selected a counter and spoke up.
"Cloud Monferno's vision with Sandstorm! Then begin to use Swords Dance!"
Once more, Sandslash's cry created another devastating attack. This time, a huge flurry of sand filled the area as Monferno could no longer see his target. Meanwhile, Sandslash was slashing his claws, boosting his attacks.
"Use Dig to find Sandslash!" Tyson called, ready with the comeback.
Monferno grinned as he burrowed underneath the ground. What Tyson's counterattack did was make Molly's next move hurt big time. The Plateau female raised her hand high as Sandslash felt a command on its way.
"Take Monferno out if the ground with Earthquake!"
Sandslash roared before he slashed ground. Immediately following the cut, the earth shook with great force as Molly smiled. She stopped, however, once she saw the hatred boy smile as well.
"Thanks for doing that!" Tyson shouted. "Now we can do this; use Flamethrower!"
The ground continued to shake, but started to emit some smoke. Sandslash's feet started to burn as he ran around the field. Monferno then flew up from under the ground type as both Pokemon were in the air.
"End this with Flame Wheel!" Tyson ordered confidently.
Monferno left some distance between him and his opponent as he transformed into a wheel of fire again. The flames flew onto the descending Sandslash as his trainer watched in horror as Monferno flew down after him.
"Not again!" Molly promised. "Use Gyro Ball!"
Sandslash twirled in a circle as a he glowed a bright silver color. Sandslash's speed couldn't be tracked anymore as he collided with Monferno's Flame Wheel. The two were at a steady pace at first, with the dual type doing slightly better. Surprisingly, Sandslash's speed gave him the upper hand as he broke through the flames and rammed into Monferno. The Playful Pokemon fell fast through the sandstorm and landed on his back. Swirls in Monferno's eyes meant Sandslash was victorious.
"Monferno is unable to battle, the victor is Sandslash! Tyson, choose your next Pokemon!"
Tyson smiled as he returned Monferno back to his capsule. The hatred boy pondered on his next choice before getting a huge grin. Quickly snatching another Poke Ball, he held in it his hands before throwing it forward. "Gabite, it's fighting time!"
His dual type Pokemon emerged from his containment and dug his teeth into his trainer's side. Everyone else became worried until Tyson pulled his hyper Pokemon off.
"Are you okay, honey?" Kira questioned.
"Yeah, he does this all the time!" Tyson reassured. Molly eyed the Gabite seriously before something in the back of her mind flew up.
"That was the egg at the Parfum Palace!" Molly realized. Tyson nodded as his rival smiled at Gabite. "He sure does look strong."
"Thanks! Gabite was a big help in my gym battle against Korrina and her Lucario!"
"Let's start already!" Gabite whined. "I'm too excited I can't contain myself!"
"Looks like Gabite got his impatience from his trainer," Bolt whispered to the spectators.
"Like trainer like Pokemon," Alexis giggled.
"This will be a battle between Sandslash and Gabite! Begin!"
Tyson + Gabite + 1 Pokemon vs Molly + Sandslash + 2 Pokemon
"Start off with Take Down!"
Gabite scratched his feet, kicking dirt behind him in anticipation. Gabite then dashed forward, coated in bronze energy.
"Charge head on with another Gyro Ball!"
Once again, Sandslash spun into another silver ball and flew forward. The ground types clashed only for a few seconds until Gabite pushed him back due to raw strength. However, Sandslash was able to use his claws and sped up his recovery process.
"Let's get an even playing field! Use Sandstorm!" Molly announced.
Once again, Sandslash picked up another fierce storm of sand. Gabite stood proudly in his natural habitat as Tyson turned his hat back in excitement.
"Find Sandslash, but use Dig to stay hidden!"
Gabite roared powerfully as he dug into the ground. His fin was out into the air, which was more threatening than not being seen. The Cave Pokemon wasn't wasting time as he moved faster through the storm.
"Take Gabite out the ground with Earthquake! Then attack with Crush Claw!" Molly cried, pushing her arm out.
The mouse dug his claws into the ground, causing it to roar. Gabite was still able to avoid, but decided to jump out and fly down towards Sandslash. The Kanto Pokemon leaped after Gabite and held his arms in place, ready to strike.
"Counter with Dragon Claw!"
Immediately, Gabite shot his claws out as they glowed a bright neon light. The duo clashed as both decided to still hit one another. Each was doing a decent job blocking one another until Sandslash pushed a claw forward. Gabite pushed both of Sandslash's arms down as Tyson's voiced echoed in the storm.
"Sand Tomb!" the golden haired teen shouted.
Gabite pressed his hands on the ground as a twister of sand spun around Sandslash. The mouse couldn't move as Gabite reared his head back, mouth closed and stomach glowing light blue.
"Strike now with Dragon Rage!"
Gabite shot his head forward, releasing a blast of blue flames at Sandslash. The pure ground type cried in pain as he was thrown backwards by the burning sensation on his stomach. Sandslash rolled in front on his trainer and slowly picked himself up.
"That's the spirit, Sandslash!" Molly cheered, getting a slight wave from her Pokemon. "Use Swift!"
Sandslash spat out another flurry of stars flying towards the Cave Pokemon. Gabite roared once more in excitement, which was felt by his trainer.
"Evade and keep going with Dig!"
Gabite burrowed into the ground once more and kept his fin high. The stars smashed into the ground with Gabite still pushed his way on ward.
"Let's try this differently! Use Earthquake!"
Sandslash waited until his opponent was close and dug his claws into the ground once more. The usual large pillars formed from the ground as Gabite used the momentum to fly fast towards Sandslash.
"Now attack with Crush Claw!"
Before Gabite could react, Sandslash slashed his claws on the dual type's body. Gabite slid back in pain as Sandslash continued to strike.
"Get Sandslash away with a Take Down!"
The dragon regained his focus and tackled the mouse. As he ran with Sandslash, he gained the bronze aura and pushed him off. Suddenly, an idea popped in Tyson's mind as he heard Molly say another order.
"Fly back in with Gyro Ball!"
Sandslash quickly spun in a circle. The pure ground type became a ball of silver energy. Sandslash flew towards Gabite, who calmly awaited his trainer's command.
"Dragon Rage countershield!"
Molly's eyes widened as she witnessed Gabite get on his back and twirl in a circle. Gabite's stomach glowed blue as he spat his orange fire in the air. The blast was strong enough to get the sandstorm into the mix. The force pulled Sandslash in as the twister exploded. Sandslash rolled in front of his trainer, swirls in his eyes while Gabite roared.
"Sandslash is unable to battle, the winner is Gabite! Molly, choose your next Pokemon!"
Molly returned her fainted Pokemon back before throwing another forward. "Pangoro, battle dance!"
Molly's huge panda landed on the battlefield and crossed her arms. Tyson looked up and chuckled in fear.
"Wow, Pangoro got a growth spurt," Tyson joked.
"The bigger the opponent, the easier it is to take down!" Gabite announced. "Come on, Tyson! We got this in the bag!"
Tyson nodded as Gabite walked back in front of his opponent.
"This will be a battle between Pangoro and Gabite! Begin!"
Tyson + Gabite + 1 Pokemon vs Molly + Pangoro + 1 Pokemon
"Fire a Dragon Rage!"
Gabite spat out another ball of orange flames. The blast collided with Pangoro's body, and pushed her back a bit.
"Throw a double Dark Pulse!"
Pangoro held her two hands high as two black and purple orbs levitated. Angling herself, Pangoro swung her arms, throwing the spheres of darkness.
"Move out the way with Dig!"
Gabite burrowed himself into the ground just in time as the balls left craters in their respective spots. The Cave Pokemon continued his stride towards the dual type. Pangoro cracked her knuckles as her trainer announced another command.
"Hammer Arm the ground, the use Sky Uppercut!"
Pangoro lifted her arm high into the air and slammed it down on the ground. The earth responded with huge explosions around, sending Gabite into the air. Tyson looked in horror as Pangoro fused her fist with Gabite's face as both flew in the air. Gabite dropped to the ground, not moving.
"Gabite is unable to-" Bolt was cut off by a huge roar by Gabite. The dragon picked himself up and ran forward, his claws glowing purple. Taking a huge leap, Gabite flew in and slashed Pangoro with one of his claws, followed by a hammer of the other. Pangoro dropped to the broken field as Gabite stood straight, a new sense of respect was given to him.
"That was Dual Chop," Kira stated, looking at her son's Pokemon with pride. "There's not a lot of Pokemon that can make a Pangoro drop like that."
"Are you alright?" Molly questioned. Pangoro lifted herself up and breathed heavily. The panda got into a crouching position, ready for payback. "Return the favor with Slash!"
Pangoro's claw extended to a sharp point as she ran forward. Gabite remained calm as Tyson punched a fist forward.
"Dragon Rage Countershield!"
Gabite recreated his finishing move against Sandslash and continued to twirl. The flames were strong enough to push Pangoro back, but not before she took the move out.
"Run forward with a charged Dark Pulse!"
Pangoro lifted her palm as another orb of darkness was created. The Daunting Pokemon made tracks in the already torn battlefield as she dashed to Gabite.
"Let's charge with Dragon Claw!"
Gabite extended his neon claws and followed Pangoro's lead. Gabite roared once more as he leaped in the air, prepared to hit Pangoro. However, Molly had other plans as she stepped forward confidently.
"Now fall down with Body Slam!"
Tyson and Gabite's eyes widened at Pangoro falling forward. Gabite quickly stopped his move and tried to fly down. The Daunting Pokemon eventually slammed on the ground, leaving a huge cloud of smoke. Tyson cringed until he saw Gabite's claw poked out from the ground. It turned into a thumbs up as Tyson nodded.
"Now use Sand Tomb!" Tyson commanded, shocking everyone.
"Gabite wasn't hit?" Molly questioned in shock.
Underneath Pangoro was a huge twister of sand around her. The sand smashed into the Daunting Pokemon as Gabite shot out from the ground. The spectators squinted their eyes to see Gabite blocking the sun.
"Slam down with a Dragon Drill!"
Gabite pushed his two neon glowing claws out off his body. Everyone became captivated by the sun glowing off of Gabite, they didn't see him duck down and spin with his claws out. The Cave Pokemon turned into a neon drill as he collided with Pangoro. The huge panda was thrown behind Molly, who looked in front of her in shock as Gabite poised.
"Pangoro is unable to battle! The victor is Gabite! Molly, choose your final Pokemon!"
"You fought hard," Molly said, zapping Pangoro to her capsule. The blonde looked down at her two starters, and nodded at Charmeleon. The Kanto Pokemon walked forward until he was at arms distant to Gabite.
"Yo, I know you're going to be a tough opponent," Charmeleon said.
"Maybe I can finally have a fun fight!" Gabite responded. The duo shook claws, then gave each other space.
"This will be a battle between Charmeleon and Gabite! If Charmeleon loses, Tyson will become the winner. Begin!"
Tyson + Gabite + 1 Pokemon vs Molly + Charmeleon
"Scorch him with Flamethrower!"
Charmeleon whipped his head forward and released a stream of red and orange flames. Charmeleon kept a balanced stance, increasing the intensity of his flames.
"Cancel it out with Sand Tomb, then blast him with Dragon Rage!" Tyson countered eagerly.
Gabite lifted his claws high into the air, awaiting the closeness of the fire. Once Gabite saw ready, the Cave Pokemon slammed his claws hard into the ground, creating a twister of sand in front of the fire. The two attacks canceled one another out and created a huge smoke cloud. From out the cloud, a ball of orange flames shot through the cloudtowards Charmeleon.
"Evade and charge with Dig!"
Charmeleon hurriedly burrowed himself underground, narrowly avoiding the fire. Gabite stood his ground until he was thrown across the torn battlefield. Charmeleon resurfaced and ran after Gabite.
"Use Fire Fang!"
Once Gabite stood up, he immediately felt a burning sensation on his arm. Charmeleon dug his flaming teeth deep inside Gabite, who was in pain.
"Get Charmeleon off you with Dual Chop!"
Gabite's undamaged claw gained a purple aura as he hammered it on the Flame Pokemon's head. Charmeleon released Gabite from his grip, so that he could slam his other claw in his stomach. The Fire type was thrown back as slid in front of Tyson, who was surprised at how fast Charmeleon shook off his damage.
"Return the favor with Slash!"
Charmeleon started to run after Gabite once more. This time, his claws shot up from their original position and glowed white with power.
"Take Charmeleon head on with Dragon Claw!"
Gabite eagerly extended his now neon glowing claws. The Cave Pokemon decided to take the fight to Charmeleon and prepared to attack. Molly hid a smile on her face as she cleared her throat.
"Now use a Metal Claw assault!"
Charmeleon's claws gained titanium armor as the duo clashed. Unlike the Sandslash vs Gabite clash, both Pokemon were neck and neck with their attacks.
Charmeleon attempted to strike Gabite with a quick jab, but was thrown in the air by a neon claw. The Cave Pokemon then tried to use the moment of unbalance to slash Charmeleon on his stomach. The Kanto Pokemon used his other metal claw to send his opponent's attack to the ground. Both Pokemon, seeing the other in a stalemate, opened their mouth, ready to fire an attack.
"Send them flying with Dragon Rage!" Tyson roared.
"Show them your flames are superior! Flamethrower!" Molly commanded.
Both Pokemon fired their respective attacks as the duo fought for dominance. Due to the immense power of the attacks, both Pokemon were tossed back. However, not before one trainer could be satisfied.
"Use the opportunity for a Scary Face!" Molly shouted.
Using the smoke as a portrait, Gabite saw a silhouette of Charmeleon's face roaring at him. The sight brought the already tired Pokemon to his knees.
"End this with another Flamethrower!"
Gabite, who was still paralyzed in fear and exhaustion, didn't notice the stream of red and orange flames coming his way. The fire swallowed the Cave Pokemon whole as he laid out on the ground.
"Gabite's unable to battle, the winner is Charmeleon! Tyson, choose your final Pokemon!"
Tyson started to grab Gabite's Poke Ball, but was stopped by Charmeleon who helped Gabite to Tyson's side.
"Thanks," Gabite said, looking over to Tyson, who gave him an Oran Berry.
"No problemo. I just you to have a front row seat for when I wipe the floor with the last Pokemon," Charmeleon replied with a smirk. Gabite chuckled as the Flame Pokemon walked away.
"We still got this, Gabite," Tyson reassured his Pokemon. "Elekid, it's all on you!"
Tossing the Poke Ball high into the air, Tyson's electric type landed and looked around at the torn battlefield.
"Spakrplug, you my last Pokemon!" Tyson announced, getting an angry glare from his Pokemon.
"This will be a battle between Charmeleon and Elekid! Whoever wins this battle will be victorious! Begin!"
Tyson +Elekid vs Molly + Charmeleon
"Shock them with Thunderbolt!"
Elekid rolled his arms as sparks of voltage circled them. Shooting his head forward, a huge stream of electricity was flying towards the Kanto Pokemon.
"Run through with Metal Drill!" Molly countered.
Tyson growled as he saw Charmeleon backflipping to give himself so room. His claws glowed silver as he ran forward and spun like a top at the same time. The Kanto Pokemon became a metal drill that rammed through the electricity and smashed into Elekid. Elekid picked himself up after that attack, not before seeing Charmeleon move once more.
"Show them true power with Flamethrower!"
Charmeleon swung his head back, gathering all of the fire in his body. Tyson's mind raced as he saw the pure fire type spit out the stream. An idea suddenly clicked in Tyson's mind as he swung an arm out.
"Jump up and stop the flames with Shock Wave!"
The famous Sparkplug hurriedly leaped into the sky, avoiding the fire. Before Charmeleon could lift his head, Elekid swung a ring of voltage down on the stream, stopping it in its tracks. Sparks of electricity then moved from the blast to the user, sending him sliding to his trainer.
"Now ride Swift!" Tyson shouted, not wanting to lose the momentum.
Elekid then spat out growing yellow stars from his mouth and hopped on one of them. Pointing a tiny finger forward, Elekid and his stars flew across the field. Charmeleon quickly got up, awaiting his neck command.
"Run with Slash!" Molly countered, surprising Tyson.
Charmeleon held his claw in place as he waited for the storm of stars to come his way. Once the stars circled him, Charmeleon took out each star with his powered up claw. Tyson grinned as he crossed his arms.
"Looks like somebody learned from their mistake," Tyson joked.
"I should say the same to you," Molly replied with a smile. "You know, Dragon Drill and what not."
"Thanks. But this won't be like the last!" Tyson proclaimed. "Use Thunder Punch!"
From up above, tiny yellow sparkles fell around Charmeleon. Suddenly, the Flame Pokemon looked up and saw Elekid descend down with his arms covered in electricity. The Kanto Pokemon attempted to scamper out the way, but was still was hit on his tail. Charmeleon grunted in pain before turning his gaze on Elekid.
"Get some payback with Fire Fang!"
Charmeleon growled as flames swirled around his teeth. Elekid wasn't paying attention as the his opponent dug his flaming teeth in Elekid's yellow body. Elekid and Charmeleon fought through the pain and continued their attacks. The duo's actions resulted in them being thrown backwards. Both Pokemon stood up proudly before they were enveloped in bright blue lights.
Charmeleon stood taller and gained wings. His body gained a more orange shade as his tail grew with his body.
Elekid was still a chubby Pokemon, but had his arms and legs grow out. The Johto Pokemon now had a tail, but kept his yellow and black color.
Charizard, the Flame Pokemon. Its wings can carry this Pokémon close to an altitude of 4,600 feet. It blows out fire at very high temperatures.
New learned moves: Aerial Ace, Dragon Claw, Seismic Toss, and Will-O-Wisp
Electabuzz, the Electric Pokemon. It loves to feed on strong electricity. It occasionally appears around large power plants and so on.
New learned move: Light Screen
"Seems like this battle was just getting started," Ramos said, rubbing his white beard.
"Most of Charizard's moves were replaced by his new ones," Molly said to herself.
"You totally look stronger, Sparkplug!" Tyson complemented with a smile. Electabuzz nodded as he paid attention on his opponent. "And now we have a new advantage! Use Brick Break!"
Electabuzz lifted his longer arm and dashed forward. Tyson grinned as he saw his newly evolved Pokemon appear right in from it of Charizard in seconds.
"Counter with Dragon Claw!"
Charizard quickly protected himself with his two neon claws. Electabuzz and Charizard smiled at their new power as both slid back.
"Let's show them your huge power boost! Zap 'em with Thunderbolt!"
"We'll play that game too! Flamethrower, Charizard!"
Electabuzz rolled his arms at a faster pace, getting more voltage charged up. Charizard roared as his tail fire shot up in the air. At the same time, Charizard and Electabuzz fired their signature attacks. Both attacks canceled one another out as a huge wind picked up on the battlefield. Charizard stretched out his wings and took off into the air.
"Take them out the air with Shock Wave!"
The Electric Pokemon opened his hand as a growing ring of voltage levitated. Adjusting his range, Electabuzz tossed it at the flying Pokemon. Charizard was struck with the non evasive move and began to fall.
"Go after him with Thunder Punch!"
Electabuzz's arm had voltage swirling around it as he dashed forward. With a huge leap, Electabuzz was flying towards the falling dual type.
"Regain your focus and strike with Aerial Ace!"
The Flame Pokemon spread his wings out once again and shook off the damage. Once Charizard was ready, he zipped towards Electabuzz as super sonic speeds. All that was seen was Electabuzz fall back on the ground. Charizard continued to fly above his recovering opponent.
"Let's get tactical, Charizard," Molly called out. Her Pokemon roared in excitement as Molly lifted her arm. "Burn Electabuzz with Will-O-Wisp!"
Charizard's tail flame turned blue as three balls of fire lifted off the tail. The Kanto Pokemon whipped his tail down as the flames flew down at Electabuzz.
"Electabuzz, use Light Screen as protection!"
Electabuzz, whose back was still on the ground, struggled to lift his arms. With a quick burst of strength, the Kanto Pokemon lifted his arms as a huge cubic barrier was created around his body and more. The fire disintegrated once it laid contact with the protective barrier. Charizard landed in front of his trainer, who held up her Mega Bracelet.
"Let's turn up the heat! Let's show them what the sacred bond of people and Pokemon can do! Beyond Evolution; Mega Evolve!" Molly chanted, tapping her Key Stone. The lines began to connect between the duo's stones. Charizard was swallowed in a purple sphere, which then broke and revealed his new form.
Charizard became more sleek and kept his orange color. He gained small wings on his arms and his own wings grew in size. Charizard released a loud roar, which silenced the wind. The sun grew in size and brightened the battlefield.
"This, Tyson, is Mega Charizard Y!" Molly announced. "Do you think you can handle this?"
"Electabuzz and I are more than capable!" Tyson reassured, making his electric type nod in agreement.
"Alright, show your power with Flamethrower!"
Charizard spat out another stream of orange and red flames. This time, more powerful and flew towards Electabuzz. However, even though Electabuzz had the Light Screen protecting him, the flames broke the barrier and sent Electabuzz back.
"Once you get your bearings, run with Thunder Punch!" Tyson countered.
Electabuzz finished sliding as voltage circled his arm. The Kanto Pokemon dashed forward and pivoted his arm back. Charizard snorted flames from his new chiseled snout as he felt his new power surge through his veins.
"Grab Electabuzz and use Seismic Toss!"
Charizard grabbed Electabuzz by his electric arm and held him tight. The Flame Pokemon flapped his wings off the ground and flew high into the air. Once the duo were high enough, the Mega Pokemon descended down fast. Tyson bit his lip as he cracked his knuckles and got a huge grin.
"Bind Charizard and use Thunderbolt!"
Electabuzz stretched his arms and wrapped them around his wings. With a loud roar, a huge blast of electricity swallowed the flying duo. Both Pokemon let out a last battle cry as they collided with the ground. A huge cloud of smoke was created and both trainers hoped to see their Pokemon still stand. The only winged Pokemon stood over a laid out Electabuzz.
"Electabuzz is unable to battle, the winner is Mega Charizard Y! That means Molly Plateau is victorious!" Bolt announced. Charizard devolved as his trainer and Dewott ran up to the Kanto Pokemon.
"Electabuzz, you were fantastic," Tyson complemented his new evolved Pokemon.
"You did better than I could against Charizard," Gabite said, which made Electabuzz grin a bit.
"Wait, how did you know I was a Plateau?" Molly questioned.
"Your dad, I mean, Owen, gave Bolt, Alexis, and I our Mega Bracelets. Not to mention Kiyo of the Elite Four told us," Tyson said. "We understand why you didn't want people to know. My dad beat the Kalos league and took down the Elite Four and the Champion a year before Owen got to Kalos."
"Really? Wow, I guess you and I are kinda the same," Molly said with a smile. Tyson's face flushed red as he quickly turned around in an attempt to hide it.
"Tyson, I look forward to battling you after that show!" Ramos announced, laughing.
"Thanks! So do I!" Tyson replied. Gabite walked up to Charizard and extended his claw.
"Great job," Gabite complemented. "But when we battle again, I'll be victorious."
Charizard chuckled and shook his new rival's claw, signaling a new bond between them.
The End! Now this mini hype train has concluded, so now on to a gym battle, which didn't take almost 10 chapters to reach! Ya?
1. This battle though?
2. MVP for both Tyson and Molly?
3. Gym hype, new rivalry hype, both, or none?
Next Time: Ape vs Goat: True King of the Jungle!
The arrival of Tyson's fourth gym battle has come! While Tyson and Ramos surprise one another, their battle is a fight between new styles vs old. Will Tyson seise victory, or will he get caught up in the jungle?
Comarine Arc:
40: Wallace Cup Dance
41: Water Spectacular
42: Rivals vs Rivals: Fight to the Finales
43: Conclusion! Dancing Eagle vs Elegant Otter