Pokemon: This Ash Is Too Versatile

Even if a Pokemon like Pikachu reaches Champion Level, its ability values won’t be particularly high.

After all, its inherent disadvantage is right there.

Moreover, Raihan also felt that although this Pikachu was formidable, there was still a difference in level compared to Duraludon.

So Ash choosing to go head-to-head with Pikachu also surprised him greatly.

Following Ash’s instruction, Pikachu’s lightning-shaped tail suddenly lit up with a layer of silvery metallic luster, turning entirely as hard as iron.

Pikachu suddenly kicked off, the small figure like a golden lightning bolt charging straight at Duraludon’s Dragon Claw.

"Clang——!!"

Iron Tail and Dragon Claw collided fiercely in mid-air.

A piercing metallic crash sounded throughout the entire gym, the collision point suddenly bursting into a brilliant spark.

The terrifying shockwave surged out from the collision point in all directions, cracking the already battered ground in the center of the arena.

The cracks spread like a web towards every corner of the arena, while the surrounding barriers rippled with dense waves.

At this moment, Pikachu’s level was fully revealed.

Champion Advanced Level!

After the form upgrade with his partner, Pikachu’s level had leapt from Champion Intermediate Level to Champion Advanced Level.

Though in doing so, Pikachu’s level was still a notch below that of Duraludon.

But Pikachu’s formidable attack power was enough to make up for that notch of difference!

He carried a Light Ball that could directly double his attack and special attack.

Added to Pikachu’s own attack abilities reaching SS-level, the small Pikachu was surprisingly evenly matched with the massive Duraludon in a direct confrontation!

"Clang clang clang!"

Iron Tail and Dragon Claw collided several times, yet neither side was able to overpower the other.

Eventually, both Pikachu and Duraludon were repelled by the recoil force, each retreating to their original positions.

Raihan looked at the Pikachu that landed steadily, his eyes full of admiration.

"Well done, Ash, your Pikachu is really incredible."

"A Pikachu at Champion Advanced Level can actually hold its own against my Champion Peak Duraludon."

"No wonder it’s your Pokemon, another unconventional oddball!"

Ash rubbed his head, feeling a bit embarrassed at the term "oddball."

However, he didn’t say much and quickly issued the next command.

"Pikachu, Thunderbolt!"

Pikachu’s cheeks suddenly burst with dazzling electric light, a thick golden-yellow current shot towards Duraludon.

When an Electric Type faces a Dragon Type, the effect is naturally weak, so this strike posed limited damage to Duraludon.

"Duraludon, Dragon Pulse!"

Raihan gave the command calmly.

Duraludon opened its mouth, its throat condensing a deep purple Energy Ball, which flew into the air, transforming into a solid Dragon Pulse aimed at Pikachu’s Thunderbolt.

"Boom!"

The two energies collided fiercely in mid-air, the golden-yellow current entwined with the deep purple Dragon-type energy, finally exploding simultaneously.

The shockwave once again sent dust flying from the center of the arena.

After the move confrontation, both sides remained evenly matched, neither being able to do anything to the other.

Raihan’s brow furrowed slightly.

Despite everything so far, Pikachu was still firmly clinging to his Duraludon, not allowing him even a bit of an upper hand.

He subconsciously raised his hand, wanting to Dynamax Duraludon.

But as the hand was halfway up, he suddenly realized—this is Johto, where the Dynamax energy environment doesn’t exist.

Only then did he sheepishly lower his hand again, a trace of frustration flashing across his face.

Without the trump card of Dynamaxing, his advantage was significantly diminished.

But Ash’s side wasn’t being so courteous.

"Pikachu, Zippy Zap!"

Receiving the command, Pikachu’s small figure was suddenly enveloped in a circle of dazzling golden lightning.

The lightning rapidly gathered on him, instantly boosting his whole body’s speed to a new height.

In the next moment, Pikachu’s entire figure transformed into a streak of golden lightning.

The lightning’s speed was so fast it was difficult to catch with the naked eye, in the blink of an eye, it had already rushed to Duraludon’s face.

"Clang——!!!"

Pikachu, wrapped in lightning, slammed into Duraludon’s body.

The force of that hit was terrifyingly strong, forcibly knocking Duraludon’s massive body backward.

Duraludon slid several meters on the ground, its snow-white steel scales bearing a clear burn mark.

Raihan’s pupils suddenly contracted.

"That speed——!"

Raihan was shocked by Pikachu’s speed, and even more by the move Pikachu had used.

Zippy Zap.

This was a move Raihan had never heard of, just like that Psystrike by Gardevoir before.

As he subconsciously thought whether this was another Legendary Move, he quickly dismissed the thought.

If it was a Legendary Move, the power would definitely not be so limited.

An Electric Type move would have its power halved against Duraludon, but if it were a Legendary Move, it would definitely inflict more than just this slight damage.

The only trait of this move from start to finish was its speed.

Exceptionally, exceptionally fast!

In the audience, Lance also raised an eyebrow, his eyes carrying a hint of confusion.

"Zippy Zap...what kind of move is this? I don’t think I’ve heard of it either."