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Episode 82: Dealing with Defensive Types
"Representing the Diamond side, Ash Ketchum of Kanto, and Diddy!" Roark announced as Ash stepped into the Diamond side of the arena to face Byron on the Pearl side.
"I'm ready." Byron smiled. "Count us down, please."
"Okay! Three...two...one...GO!" Roark called.
"Diddy, here we go!" Ash called, grinning as his Monferno arrived in the arena.
Roark smiled. It seems like only yesterday Diddy was just a Chimchar... he thought as Byron summoned a Bronzor.
He watched from the midpoint of the arena as Diddy jumped in the air and fired a huge Flamethrower. "How?" Ash gasped as the flames cleared--Byron' Bronzor looked unfazed by the attack.
"Seidou was able to resist your attack thanks to Heatproof." Byron explained. "I hope your Monferno knows some other tactics besides raw power."
He turned business-like again. "Use Rain Dance."
Ash grimaced as rain started to fall in the arena, never mind that the battle was taking place indoors. "Try to go underground and catch Seidou from behind!"
[Got it!] Diddy replied before digging underground.
After a few tense moments, Diddy emerged from the wet earth and heaved another Flamethrower. But he did not see the Bronzor form a massive steel ball! [Oof!]
"Gyro Ball!" Ash remembered as he watched Diddy collect himself. "Be careful!"
Diddy rolled away from a second Gyro Ball, meeting the attack head on with Flame Wheel. The collision created a huge explosion, making Brock and Dawn brace themselves in the stands.
When the smoke cleared, only Diddy was still standing! "Seidou is unable to battle--this match goes to Diamond." Roark announced.
Ash smiled. "You did well, Diddy--return."
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"Kagami, here we go!" Byron next summoned a Steelix.
"Tails, here we go!" Ash called.
"Steelix is both Steel-type and Ground-type, right?" Dawn asked as she watched Ash contemplate his first move.
"Ash did well picking Tails, as Water is very effective on Steelix." Brock explained. "The only scenario that would put Tails in danger is if Byron's Steelix knows Thunder Fang."
Byron singing Furiya, shuru shamato... and a flash of white light got everyone's attention. "Or Byron could also induce his Steelix like I can Argent to give Ash an extra layer of challenge."
In the arena, Tails fired a Water Gun as the now Mega Steelix made a horrible Screech to both repel the attack and stall Tails. "Oh yeah...Roark's Onix did this before!" Dawn remembered.
She watched as Kagami, now a Mega Steelix, used Bind to trap Tails. He next used Iron Tail to toss Tails and slam him to the ground.
"Tails!" Ash hurried to Tails' side as the dust cleared. "You okay?"
[I'm sorry....that was just too powerful...] Tails wheezed. [Not to mention that'll give me a royal headache in the morning.]
Ash smiled, relieved Tails was okay. "You did your best, Tails...return."
He heaved another Poke Ball skyward. "Welcome back, Diddy!"
[Oh yeah!] Diddy called before firing a Flamethrower, causing Byron's Mega Steelix to falter. He nimbly back flipped away as Kagami attempted Iron Tail.
After a brief moment to contemplate his next move, Diddy burrowed underground, but neither Ash or Diddy expected Kagami to use Iron Tail on the battlefield to force Diddy out. Kagami tried to bind Diddy, but Diddy rolled away. This game of Meowth and Rattata continued for a while before the ground near the Mega Steelix caved, thanks to Diddy's digging. [HAH!] Diddy cried as he hurled a Flame Wheel to the Mega Steelix's head, knocking it out.
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"Escudo, your turn!" Byron called as he summoned his prized Bastiodon.
I remember how it stopped Crystal's Head Smash... Ash thought as he looked over at Diddy wheezing in the arena. Diddy's done so much...he needs the rest.
After calling Diddy back, Ash heaved a third Poke Ball skyward. "Erin, showtime!"
"Erin?" Dawn gasped as the Riolu materialized on the battlefield. "Why didn't Ash pick Estrella for an aerial assault?" she asked as Erin flipped behind Escudo and used Force Palm, only for Escudo to repel with Iron Defense.
"This may be Erin's first Gym battle, but Ash wouldn't have chosen her if Ash didn't believe in her." Brock assured Dawn. He let that hang as Erin tried to perform Aura Sphere, but a huge green flash sent Erin flying.
"Erin!" Ash gasped as Escudo charged at the vulnerable Riolu, intent on using Iron Head.
[I would've never asked te battle here if I didn't believe in meself...] Erin growled. [I can't give up...I won't give up!]
Ash's look of horror turned to joy as Erin glowed white, stopping the Bastiodon in its tracks as she became a larger wolf-like Pokemon with spikes on its paws and stomach.
He excitedly signaled a time out so he could read up on what Erin had become:
"Lucario, the aura Pokemon. By catching the aura emanating from others, it can read their thoughts and movements."
Not one to be deterred, Escudo opted to circle around and attempt to ram Erin again. "If you don't hurry, Erin's gonna be a Lucario-cake!" Dawn called, aware of Escudo charging at the Lucario bracing itself for impact from the massive Pokemon.
Ash appeared to be unusually calm as he watched the Bastiodon charge. [Is it time?] Erin asked.
Ash nodded. "It's time."
With that, he held his right hand skyward, showing Byron the ruby Mega Ring he wore. Jao wiisha nes chiel com yutuul...
"What in the..." Byron gasped as Erin was engulfed in red flames and thunderbolts. Escudo fired another Flash Cannon, but Erin, now a Mega Lucario, leaped away from the attack. After elegantly twirling in the air, she landed on Escudo's back, grabbing the huge Pokemon's horns and landing a powered up Aura Sphere.
"Go, Erin!" Dawn called as Escudo fruitlessly tried to throw Erin off.
Finally, Escudo managed to throw off Erin, but Erin landed feet first, ready to defend again. When she saw Escudo about to fire Flash Cannon, she opted to trip Escudo, causing the Bastiodon to crash to the arena floor.
Ash watched as Escudo and Erin heaved with exhaustion. Mega Evolution's really helped Erin, but even then, a power boost may not be enough...
In the arena, Erin looked for a bone to use Bone Rush with. "New plan--take cover behind a rock!" Ash suggested, aware of the charging Bastiodon.
He winced as Escudo smashed a rock. [Missed me!] Erin taunted as she fired an Aura Sphere, finally bringing down the massive Pokemon.
"Game set! This match's winner is Diamond!" Roark smiled as he watched Erin hug Ash.
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"Ash...you've come a long way since I faced you back in Oreburgh." Roark smiled as he and Byron met the group that evening.
"You've more than earned the power of Mega Evolution." Byron agreed.
He offered Ash a badge that resembled a circle of rocks and pickaxes. "In remembrance of our Mega matchup today, I want you to have this."
"Thank you..." Ash accepted the badge. "I promise to keep training, and getting ever stronger!"
To Be Continued...
Episode 82: Dealing with Defensive Types
"Representing the Diamond side, Ash Ketchum of Kanto, and Diddy!" Roark announced as Ash stepped into the Diamond side of the arena to face Byron on the Pearl side.
"I'm ready." Byron smiled. "Count us down, please."
"Okay! Three...two...one...GO!" Roark called.
"Diddy, here we go!" Ash called, grinning as his Monferno arrived in the arena.
Roark smiled. It seems like only yesterday Diddy was just a Chimchar... he thought as Byron summoned a Bronzor.
He watched from the midpoint of the arena as Diddy jumped in the air and fired a huge Flamethrower. "How?" Ash gasped as the flames cleared--Byron' Bronzor looked unfazed by the attack.
"Seidou was able to resist your attack thanks to Heatproof." Byron explained. "I hope your Monferno knows some other tactics besides raw power."
He turned business-like again. "Use Rain Dance."
Ash grimaced as rain started to fall in the arena, never mind that the battle was taking place indoors. "Try to go underground and catch Seidou from behind!"
[Got it!] Diddy replied before digging underground.
After a few tense moments, Diddy emerged from the wet earth and heaved another Flamethrower. But he did not see the Bronzor form a massive steel ball! [Oof!]
"Gyro Ball!" Ash remembered as he watched Diddy collect himself. "Be careful!"
Diddy rolled away from a second Gyro Ball, meeting the attack head on with Flame Wheel. The collision created a huge explosion, making Brock and Dawn brace themselves in the stands.
When the smoke cleared, only Diddy was still standing! "Seidou is unable to battle--this match goes to Diamond." Roark announced.
Ash smiled. "You did well, Diddy--return."
---------
"Kagami, here we go!" Byron next summoned a Steelix.
"Tails, here we go!" Ash called.
"Steelix is both Steel-type and Ground-type, right?" Dawn asked as she watched Ash contemplate his first move.
"Ash did well picking Tails, as Water is very effective on Steelix." Brock explained. "The only scenario that would put Tails in danger is if Byron's Steelix knows Thunder Fang."
Byron singing Furiya, shuru shamato... and a flash of white light got everyone's attention. "Or Byron could also induce his Steelix like I can Argent to give Ash an extra layer of challenge."
In the arena, Tails fired a Water Gun as the now Mega Steelix made a horrible Screech to both repel the attack and stall Tails. "Oh yeah...Roark's Onix did this before!" Dawn remembered.
She watched as Kagami, now a Mega Steelix, used Bind to trap Tails. He next used Iron Tail to toss Tails and slam him to the ground.
"Tails!" Ash hurried to Tails' side as the dust cleared. "You okay?"
[I'm sorry....that was just too powerful...] Tails wheezed. [Not to mention that'll give me a royal headache in the morning.]
Ash smiled, relieved Tails was okay. "You did your best, Tails...return."
He heaved another Poke Ball skyward. "Welcome back, Diddy!"
[Oh yeah!] Diddy called before firing a Flamethrower, causing Byron's Mega Steelix to falter. He nimbly back flipped away as Kagami attempted Iron Tail.
After a brief moment to contemplate his next move, Diddy burrowed underground, but neither Ash or Diddy expected Kagami to use Iron Tail on the battlefield to force Diddy out. Kagami tried to bind Diddy, but Diddy rolled away. This game of Meowth and Rattata continued for a while before the ground near the Mega Steelix caved, thanks to Diddy's digging. [HAH!] Diddy cried as he hurled a Flame Wheel to the Mega Steelix's head, knocking it out.
---------
"Escudo, your turn!" Byron called as he summoned his prized Bastiodon.
I remember how it stopped Crystal's Head Smash... Ash thought as he looked over at Diddy wheezing in the arena. Diddy's done so much...he needs the rest.
After calling Diddy back, Ash heaved a third Poke Ball skyward. "Erin, showtime!"
"Erin?" Dawn gasped as the Riolu materialized on the battlefield. "Why didn't Ash pick Estrella for an aerial assault?" she asked as Erin flipped behind Escudo and used Force Palm, only for Escudo to repel with Iron Defense.
"This may be Erin's first Gym battle, but Ash wouldn't have chosen her if Ash didn't believe in her." Brock assured Dawn. He let that hang as Erin tried to perform Aura Sphere, but a huge green flash sent Erin flying.
"Erin!" Ash gasped as Escudo charged at the vulnerable Riolu, intent on using Iron Head.
[I would've never asked te battle here if I didn't believe in meself...] Erin growled. [I can't give up...I won't give up!]
Ash's look of horror turned to joy as Erin glowed white, stopping the Bastiodon in its tracks as she became a larger wolf-like Pokemon with spikes on its paws and stomach.
He excitedly signaled a time out so he could read up on what Erin had become:
"Lucario, the aura Pokemon. By catching the aura emanating from others, it can read their thoughts and movements."
Not one to be deterred, Escudo opted to circle around and attempt to ram Erin again. "If you don't hurry, Erin's gonna be a Lucario-cake!" Dawn called, aware of Escudo charging at the Lucario bracing itself for impact from the massive Pokemon.
Ash appeared to be unusually calm as he watched the Bastiodon charge. [Is it time?] Erin asked.
Ash nodded. "It's time."
With that, he held his right hand skyward, showing Byron the ruby Mega Ring he wore. Jao wiisha nes chiel com yutuul...
"What in the..." Byron gasped as Erin was engulfed in red flames and thunderbolts. Escudo fired another Flash Cannon, but Erin, now a Mega Lucario, leaped away from the attack. After elegantly twirling in the air, she landed on Escudo's back, grabbing the huge Pokemon's horns and landing a powered up Aura Sphere.
"Go, Erin!" Dawn called as Escudo fruitlessly tried to throw Erin off.
Finally, Escudo managed to throw off Erin, but Erin landed feet first, ready to defend again. When she saw Escudo about to fire Flash Cannon, she opted to trip Escudo, causing the Bastiodon to crash to the arena floor.
Ash watched as Escudo and Erin heaved with exhaustion. Mega Evolution's really helped Erin, but even then, a power boost may not be enough...
In the arena, Erin looked for a bone to use Bone Rush with. "New plan--take cover behind a rock!" Ash suggested, aware of the charging Bastiodon.
He winced as Escudo smashed a rock. [Missed me!] Erin taunted as she fired an Aura Sphere, finally bringing down the massive Pokemon.
"Game set! This match's winner is Diamond!" Roark smiled as he watched Erin hug Ash.
---------
"Ash...you've come a long way since I faced you back in Oreburgh." Roark smiled as he and Byron met the group that evening.
"You've more than earned the power of Mega Evolution." Byron agreed.
He offered Ash a badge that resembled a circle of rocks and pickaxes. "In remembrance of our Mega matchup today, I want you to have this."
"Thank you..." Ash accepted the badge. "I promise to keep training, and getting ever stronger!"
To Be Continued...
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