Chapter 91 Charizard vs?
Professor Magnolia nodded solemnly. "Not only in the Galar region, but also in the Kalos region, Hoenn region, and so on, there are research labs established by these academic organizations.
The purpose is self-evident; you can probably guess it. It's to study whether Pokémon have an eighteenth type. After all, this kind of thing has happened before..."
"You mean, a new type has been discovered, and there is sufficient evidence, and it is currently being investigated in practice?" Blaine asked in shock.
Professor Magnolia adjusted her glasses and continued, "Yes, part of the reason I came to the Kanto region this time was to study the Pokémon there, looking for any traces of Fairy-type Pokémon.
Xia Mu surprised me; Gardevoir's Moonblast move has been officially classified as a Fairy-type move, exceeding the Psychic-type category."
"What? Gardevoir has a Fairy-type?" Blaine was astonished, looking back at the battle arena.
He hadn't seen Moonblast before and was wondering what this new move was, but now he knew some special information.
"Whether Gardevoir has a Fairy-type requires further investigation.
But how did Xia Mu know about Moonblast?
Did Gardevoir learn the move itself and then use psychic telepathy to tell Xia Mu?" Professor Magnolia was filled with doubt.
"Gardevoir from the Hoenn region, as a Psychic-type Pokémon, is also linked to the Fairy-type..."
As Professor Magnolia finished speaking, Blaine remained stunned for a long time.
If Fairy-type were officially listed as the eighteenth type, it would mean that the balance of power in the past could be broken.
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Haunter was unable to battle, and San Yang was eliminated.
Although he was strong enough to deserve the Crimson Badge from Xia Mu, he was too arrogant and ruthless towards his Pokémon.
Especially after recalling Haunter, the look of disgust and his critical words were clearly punishment for Haunter's loss.
This behavior of blaming only the Pokémon without considering his own shortcomings was too despicable.
Even if he had some strength, Xia Mu wouldn't take him seriously.
If he weren't currently playing the role of a substitute Gym Leader, he would have really been able to teach him a lesson, showing him how to treat his Pokémon and how to recognize how worthless he was.
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Next, three more battles followed. The opponents' levels weren't high: one was only level 29, one was level 31, and the other was level 35.
Xia Mu still used Gardevoir. After all, with continuous battles, its experience points were nearing the point of leveling up, and it would be a waste to switch it out now.
Having had many experiences, Xia Mu had a clear understanding of how much experience points are needed to level up.
Gardevoir successfully reached level 48.
Only then did Xia Mu recall it into her Ultra Ball, letting it rest and prepare for future battles.
As Xia Mu had initially planned, if possible, he didn't intend to send out any Pokémon other than Gardevoir and Charizard.
He wanted to allocate resources most efficiently to the Pokémon he needed most, thus reducing the League Coins required for training.
"Next challenger, Ash, please step onto the battle stage."
With the referee's command, Ash, who had been waiting in the stands for a long time, jumped up excitedly.
"Finally, it's my turn! I can hardly contain myself!"
'Pikachu!' Pikachu also eagerly jumped for the challenge.
At this point, Pikachu and Ash had reached a point of perfect understanding, allowing them to convey their emotions to each other.
"You have to be careful, Ash.
Xia Mu's strength is extraordinary. And since he recalled Gardevoir, you'll be facing other Pokémon next, so you won't have the advantage of stamina anymore," Brock warned. "
I know, I know, don't worry. Pikachu and I won't lose to any opponent.
And don't forget, I defeated Blaine! I already got the Volcano Badge hehe," Ash, still unaware of the difference in strength, boasted about already possessing the Volcano Badge.
Misty , standing to the side, was clearly speechless. She said, "That badge of yours is somewhat questionable.
You'd better remember Brock's warning, and the information we gave you before, right? Don't send Pikachu against every opponent."
"Okay, okay, I know. You're really long-winded, Misty.
" Ash replied dismissively, running off the stands with Pikachu, much to Misty 's annoyance.
Passing by Corey, Fergus, Neesha, and Xiao Tian, who were all familiar with each other, they all offered Ash words of encouragement.
This further excited Ash, making him confident that he could win against any opponent.
On the arena, Ash and Xia Mu faced each other across the distance.
"Finally, it's your turn, Ash. You've been waiting long, haven't you?"
Xia Mu said with a smile, his gaze fixed on Pikachu.
He had noticed it before, but hadn't paid much attention. Now, looking at it again, Pikachu's level wasn't low; at least he was considered a mid-elite.
It's a pity that this Pikachu is only mediocre at the moment; he hasn't learned many moves, such as Iron Tail.
[Pikachu]
[LV: 38]
[Gender: Male]
[Type: Electric]
[Nature: Timid]
[Ability: Static (Consumes static electricity, sometimes paralyzing opponents it touches)]
[Moves: Nuzzle, Quick Attack, Tail Wag, Electric Shock, Growl, Thunder Wave, Double Team, Agility, Thunderbolt, Thunder.]
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I wonder if Ash will use Pikachu. If he does, Xia Mu wants to see if this Pikachu can create a miracle for him.
"Hehe~! Brother Xia Mu, send out your Pokémon! Pikachu and I are already itching to go!"
Ash's words clearly indicated that he wanted to use Pikachu in the battle.
Having received this answer, Xia Mu no longer hesitated: "In that case, get ready! Go, Charizard!"
With a Ultra Ball released, Charizard appeared, unleashing a loud roar.
"It really is Charizard?
Pikachu, I choose you!" Ash shouted.
'Pikachu!' Pikachu cried out, leaping forward into the battle arena, ready for battle.
This matchup surprised many, while others were intrigued.
A battle between Charizard and Pikachu... Although Electric Mouse was only a regular Pokémon, he was an Electric-type, which was super effective against Charizard's Flying-type.
With a high enough level, defeating Charizard wasn't impossible.
Especially after hearing that Ash
had obtained the Volcano Badge, even if not from Xia Mu, it still made people curious about his strength.
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