John's Team
Tyrant - Slaking
Vordt - Ursaluna
Smough - Snorlax
Klee - Blissey
Port - Mantine
Zephyr - Pidgeot
Klaus - Wyrdeer
Luna - Clefable
Pixel - Porygon
Euphie - Eevee
Ornstein - D-Zigzagoon
The New Normal – 4-12 – Interlude – Pokenet Reactions
[LANCE WINS! WE HAVE A NEW INDIGO CHAMPION!] By the Indigo Post
In a stunning match between now ex-Champion Pryce and Lance, Lance came out on top and secured his new title as Champion with a convincing 6-3 win against Pryce! An unbelievably exciting match between the two trainers at the pinnacle of skill, but Lance's Dragons managed to overcome Pryce's Ice types in the end.
Despite the final score, the match was not without its tense moments. Pryce really surprised all of us with his never-before-seen Abomasnow, which he cunningly used to knock out Lance's Gyarados. However, Lance was quick to adapt and caught it in the fiery grasps of his Charizard, preventing the Abomasnow from switching out and finishing it off with a devastating Flare Blitz.
The match remained close until Lance sent out his starter. The regal Dragonite lived up to its title as Lance's ace as it tore through the remains of Pryce's team. Pryce's Glaceon was quickly knocked out, failing to achieve much of anything, while Pryce's own starter and ace, Mamoswine, was able to put up more of a fight, but nonetheless fell when faced up against the overwhelming might of Lance's Dragonite.
And thus, Indigo is blessed with a new Champion. And with the necessary might to back up his title, this writer hopes that this is the beginning of an age of prosperity for Indigo.
Comments
IceColdSimp
WHAT THE FUCK?! HOW COULD AN ICE TYPE LOSE TO A BRAINDEAD DRAGON TRAINER?! Pryce really must have lost it in his old age. LORELEI would not have performed so badly! Let her have a shot!
DragonPower
IceColdSimp HAHAHAHA! I don't know what you expected. Puny Ice types get crushed by their mighty Dragon masters. Dragons win, as is normal. All is right in the world.
ANormalFan
DragonPower but what about John's victory over Drake?! He crushed those Dragons!
DragonPower
Don't even get me started on that Water trainer. He's a disgrace to the Dragon community for having field 3 Water types instead of just relying on Dragons. Only a fool would do that.
FlyingHigh
*cough* Lance has 6 Flying types *cough*
FearTheRat
Anyone else think that the match should have been a lot closer than this? I mean, considering Pryce's experience and type advantage, I was kinda expecting a closer match between the two.
GeneralistGeneral
Yeah…I mean Pryce even had a better variety of types and fighting styles compared to Lance, who mainly just relied on overwhelming force. I mean, it worked out for Lance, but…
SlugmaBalls
Now THAT was a match! I haven't been so hyped for match since Drake's battle against John! We haven't had any recent challenges for the position of Champion and Elite Four in a while in Hoenn, which is kinda boring. Hope things get shaken up soon!
FutureAce
WOOO LANCE IS CHAMPION! Now that we have a new Champion, do you think we'll be seeing more challenges towards the Elite Four?!
TangelaThoughts
FearTheRat Yeah, I thought the same too while I was watching the battle. Now, this is just some armchair analysis, but I feel like Pryce underutilised his Pokémon and failed to play to his strengths. His Pokémon were strong and well-trained, sure, but I felt that they should have been able to achieve a bit more.
FutureAce Yep. Fully expect to see some turmoil within the Elite Four soon. It's very common to expect challenges after there is a change in Champion; it's just how our society is like.
[WHAT SHOULD WE EXPECT FROM LANCE AS THE NEW CHAMPION OF INDIGO? AN EDUCATED PREDICTION AND ANALYSIS OF HIS POTENTIAL FUTURE POLICIES!] by The Indigo Post
With Lance as our new Champion, he spoke in his winner's interview that he intends to diverge away from Pryce's politics. Most notably, he has explicitly invited the Elite Four to sit in on Committee meetings and add their opinion towards any discussed proposal.
He then refused to make any more comment about his potential future policies until he has discussed it with the Elite Four. Thus, what we expect is that the political role of the Elite Four may rise during Lance's reign as Champion, and we may see them play an increasingly large role in determining the policies of Indigo.
As for his other potential policies, we here predict that, in line with his stated comments about going against Pryce's politics, we think that…[Click here to continue reading].
Comments
KantoRepresent
Hmm…this is a very interesting period that we're going to be going through. I like the fact that the Elite Four are getting involved, especially with John and Agatha being able to Champion the Kanto cause. Hope Kanto doesn't get left behind again!
Good riddance that Pryce is finally out though.
ILoveGoldenRod
Arceus, is it always about Kanto with you? I just hope that Lance doesn't go too far with favouring Kanto that he forgets about Johto! He has to spread the love!
NotTooMuchWater
I will admit to being very intrigued about what's happening over there in Indigo with a new Champion. Pryce has done a lot of damage to the Indigo-Hoenn relations, so I hope Lance is ready and willing to address this and repair our friendship.
TangelaThoughts
Well…it's going to be very interesting to see what Lance does in the future. I agree that I like that he's going to be communicating more with the Elite Four. I think one of the bigger issues with Pryce's reign as Champion was that he didn't let anyone but himself make decisions, which proved detrimental to Indigo in the long run.
Here's hoping that, with advice from the Elite Four, Lance won't make the same mistake!
ANormalFan
OF COURSE! Now that John is there being a proper advisor, things are going to be better than ever! You'll see!
AlluteNinja
At least with someone like Lance in charge I doubt that we'll be seeing a resurgence of Team Rocket any time soon. Lance doesn't strike me as someone who would allow these criminals a free hand.
[CHAMPION OAK SPEAKS TO AND CONGRATULATES OUR LATEST CHAMPION LANCE! WHAT DID THEY CONVERSE ABOUT?!] by The Indigo Post
Ex-Champion Oak graced us all with his presence today as he came by to congratulate Champion Lance for his victory against Ex-Champion Pryce. Unfortunately, our reporters were not able to overhear the discussions that took place between the group, but Ex-Champion Oak was seen conversing with both new and old Champions.
We here at The Indigo Post are very curious about what was discussed, although we understand that whatever wisdom that was passed on by Ex-Champion Oak was likely not meant for outsider's ears. We very much respect the privacy of the esteemed Oak and wish him all the best.
We believe that his blessings towards the new Champion Lance is a great omen for Indigo, and we have faith that Lance will deliver on Ex-Champion Oak's expectations. What do you all think about this encounter?
Comments
KantoRepresent
If Oak is willing to personally come down and give his blessing towards Lance, then I am willing to believe that we have good times ahead. Really hope that Lance lives up to this.
ILoveGoldenRod
Same. With Oak's blessing, Lance surely is the best Champion for us!
AreYouSlowBro
I don't get it. Why is Oak's blessing such a big deal? I mean, he gave one to Pryce too, but look how he turned out.
FearTheRat
AreYouSlowBro It's because it's Samuel Oak. I can understand that, since you're not from Indigo, you are unable to comprehend the enormity that is Champion Oak. But Pryce is responsible for his own failings.
FutureAce
ALL HAIL OAK! My parents always say that he should be Champion again! Hey, if Lance doesn't work out, why not have Oak replace him?! That would be so cooool!
A.N I didn't think this Pokenet Interlude about the champion battle warranted a full chapter, so I hoped you still enjoyed this much shortened version.
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