Fairy Association, The 8th Attribute

Chapter 79 Fairy Association, the Eighteenth Attribute

"This is just the beginning!" Sanyang muttered smugly, then commanded his Gastly to launch an attack once again.

Dark-type moves are indeed doubly effective against Psychic-type moves.

However, having learned his lesson the hard way, Xia Mu was determined not to repeat it.

After inquiring about Gardevoir's situation and receiving her highly motivated reply, Natsuki also entered true battle mode.

While ordinary trainers might play along, Xia Mu would naturally take those skilled in tactics and possessing considerable strength seriously.

……

As time went on, the battle between Gardevoir and Haunter continued.

The intensity of this battle has reached a new level, leaving most onlookers stunned and incredulous.

Trainers who are particularly familiar with Sanyang admire his superb skills and meticulous thinking.

Even so, Xia Mu handled it with ease, and Gardevoir's strength was indeed far superior to Haunter's.

They weren't even in the same league; Gardevoir was level 47, while Haunter was only level 39.

If it weren't for Sanyang's superb command skills, Gastly would have been defeated by Natsuki long ago.

"It's a pity your Haunter isn't high enough level and its damage is insufficient. If you could train it better, or evolve it into Gengar, you might be able to win."

"However, your tactics are too underhanded. While they may suit Ghost-type Pokémon, Ghost-type Pokémon can't win just by sneaking around and using clever tricks. You can explore the power of Ghost-type Pokémon more deeply."

Xia Mu gave him his evaluation.

While praising, it also carries a hint of belittling.

This Sanyang is indeed not weak. At least he is adept at commanding Ghost-type Gastly. It is clear that he is very skilled at using his sneak attack strategy. In the past, many trainers must have suffered losses at his hands.

"Don't get too cocky! We've only broken through the surprise attack and Dark Lurker's ambush. Stop giving me grand theories; the battle isn't over yet." San Yang ignored Xia Mu's advice, his impatience growing as Gastly couldn't quickly defeat Gardevoir.

Indeed, his tactics had been exposed, and his tried-and-true methods had become ineffective. This meant that if he wanted to use this approach in future battles, it would be ineffective against at least those present.

A surprise attack can be blocked with Guard or with a Substitute. In fact, during a battle experiment, Natsuki discovered that teleportation techniques can also anticipate the execution of a surprise attack and allow for a preemptive teleportation dodge. However, he hasn't had time to try other support skills yet.

However, Xia Mu believes that although ambush skills have become purely stealth attacks in the real world, their fundamental nature has not changed.

For example, the setting that would prevent a surprise attack from working when the opponent uses a non-offensive move is now being used by Gardevoir to dodge, which is equivalent to rendering the surprise attack ineffective.

However, the real world is still the real world, and skills have changed to some extent.

Instant teleportation is no longer a skill for escaping battle, but rather a skill for moving and dodging within a certain range.

If we're talking about skills that allow you to immediately leave combat, Xia Mu currently only knows that Rapid Return is the same as in the game and hasn't changed.

After using U-turn, the Pokémon automatically returns to its Poké Ball.

As for the stealthy ambush move, it's even simpler to counter.

In the game, you either use a substitute to defend yourself, or you use a stealth attack to break through.

Of course, speed is crucial. For example, if both sides use Stealth Strike, the side with the faster speed will attack first, and the side that attacks later can then attack the side that attacked first.

After all, the stealth attack is a tactic that involves hiding and launching a surprise attack. Once you expose yourself, you will become the target of the latter.

Gardevoir doesn't know the Phantom Strikes move, so for now, Natsuki's only way to counter it is by using a Substitute.

However, although the Substitute move doesn't have the same HP-based limitations as in the game, it still consumes a lot of stamina.

In fact, Xia Mu had many skills in his mind about breaking through the first round of concealment and attacking in the second round.

For example, what would happen if real-world flying skills met stealth attacks...?

"That's enough. You've been attacking all along, now it's my turn. I've completely figured out your fighting style. Gardevoir, Moon Power." With Natsuki's command, he gave Sanyang no more chances.

Moon Power, a special attack move that is not exclusive to Fairy-type characters!

Although the damage to Ghost-types is only average, and even halved against Poison-types, the level advantage and the previous losses mean this move is enough to instantly kill Gastly.

As for the move Moon Power, even seasoned trainers, let alone ordinary trainers, have never heard of it, let alone seen it.

Fairy type has not yet been officially recognized as a new attribute in this era.

Ultimately, it's because the Fairy type is too special. Most of its moves are exclusive skills, and currently only some regional leagues have established Fairy type investigation teams.

For example, there is research on Fairy-type monsters in the Galar region.

……

Inside a secluded room.

Blaine watched Natsuki and Gardevoir on the battle stage and shook his head helplessly.

Although he had already hinted to Xia Mu to be lenient and send out some badges, and Xia Mu had agreed, so far, only two badges had been sent out yesterday.

Moreover, the two badges were given away rather reluctantly. Although the two trainers were very excited to receive the badges, it was essentially no different from charity.

"This kid is steady in his actions, but he's too sharp. I wonder if he can send out a few more badges this afternoon," Blaine muttered to himself, then looked at Mulan, who was intently watching Gardevoir.

"What's wrong, old woman?" Uncle Xia's address was very affectionate, as if he were addressing his wife.

Hearing his question, Mulan turned her head to look at him, not minding the way he addressed her, and continued, "Have you heard of the Fairy Association that was recently established in academia?"

"Fairy-type Association?" Blaine paused slightly, then shook her head. "I've never heard of that. There shouldn't be such an association in the Kanto region. Is it a new organization established in your Galar region?"

Mulan nodded solemnly: "It's not just in the Galar region; in the Kalos and Hoenn regions, there are research labs established by these academic organizations. Their purpose is obvious, and you can probably guess—to research whether Pokémon have an eighteenth type. After all, this isn't unprecedented..."

"You mean, new properties have been discovered, and there's ample evidence, so they're currently being investigated in practice?" Blair asked in shock.

Mulan pushed up her glasses and continued, "Yes, part of the reason I came to the Kanto region this time was to study the Pokémon there and look for any traces of Fairy-type Pokémon. Xia Mu surprised me; Gardevoir's Moon Power move has been officially classified as a Fairy-type move, which is beyond the Psychic-type category."

"What did you say? Gardevoir has the Fairy type?" Blaine was taken aback and looked back at the battle arena.

He had never seen the Moon Power move before and was wondering what kind of new technique it was, but now he knew some special information about it.

"Whether Gardevoir has the Fairy-type attribute needs further investigation. But how did Natsuki know about Moon Power? Could it be that Gardevoir learned this move itself and then used its psychic telepathic abilities to tell Natsuki?" Mulan was filled with doubt. "Gardevoir from the Hoenn region, as a Psychic-type Pokémon, is also associated with the Fairy-type..."

As Mulan finished speaking, Xia Bo, who was standing to the side, remained stunned for a long time.

If Fairy is officially listed as the eighteenth attribute, it means that the balance of power in the past is very likely to be broken.

……

Gastly lost its ability to fight, and Sanyang was eliminated.

Although he was strong enough to deserve the Crimson Badge from Natsuki, he was too arrogant and ruthless towards his Pokémon.

Especially after he retrieved Gastly, the look of disgust he showed and the critical words he uttered were clearly punishment for Gastly losing the battle.

This kind of behavior—blaming the Pokémon without considering whether one's own actions are wrong—is utterly despicable.

Even if he has some strength, Xia Mu will not take him seriously.

If he weren't currently playing the role of a substitute Gym Leader, he really wouldn't be able to resist teaching him a lesson, showing him how to treat his Pokémon properly, and how to recognize just how worthless he is.

……

Next came three more matches.

The opponents weren't very high level; 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 had reached the point of leveling up, and it would be a pity to switch it out at this time.

Having gone through many experiences, Xia Mu has developed a clear understanding of how to estimate experience points for leveling up.

Gardevoir also successfully leveled up to level 48.

Only then did Xia Mu retrieve her into the Advanced Ball, allowing her to rest and prepare for the upcoming battles.

Just as Xia Mu had initially planned, if possible, he did not intend to send out any Pokémon other than Gardevoir and Charizard.

By allocating resources most efficiently to the Pokémon that need them most, the League Coins required for training will be reduced accordingly.

"Next challenger, Ash, please step onto the battle stage."

As soon as the referee in black gave the order, Ash, who had been waiting in the stands for a long time, jumped up excitedly.

"It's finally my turn, I can hardly contain myself anymore."

"Pikachu!" Pikachu excitedly jumped up, eager to try.

It should be said that at this point, Pikachu and Ash had already reached a point of mutual understanding, so they could convey their feelings to each other.

"You have to be careful, Ash. Natsume's strength is extraordinary. Also, Natsume recalled Gardevoir, so the next Pokémon you'll be facing will definitely be a different one. 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 even defeated Blaine. I already got the Crimson Badge, hehe." Ash hadn't realized the difference in strength yet, and was still showing off that he had already obtained the Crimson Badge.

Xiaoxia, standing to the side, was clearly speechless. She said, "Your badge is somewhat questionable. You'd better remember Brock's warning, and you've also remembered the information we gave you before, right? Don't send Pikachu to every opponent."

"Okay, okay, I got it. You're such a nag, Misty." Ash said dismissively, taking Pikachu off the spectator stands, much to Misty's annoyance.

When passing by the locations of Sora, Umi, Satsuki, and Ari, because they all knew each other, they all gave Satoshi words of encouragement.

This made Ash even more excited, convinced that he could win no matter what kind of opponent he faced.

Once on the arena, Ash and Natsume faced each other across the distance.

"It's finally your turn, Ash. You've been waiting a long time, haven't you?" Natsuki said with a smile, but his gaze was fixed on Pikachu.

I had actually paid attention to it before, but I didn't care too much. Now that I look at it again, Pikachu's level is actually not low. At least it is considered a minor elite level.

Unfortunately, this Pikachu is only of average quality so far, and it hasn't learned many skills, such as Iron Tail.

Pikachu

【LV: 38】

[Gender: Male]

[Attribute: Electrical]

Personality: Timid

【Characteristics: Static electricity (carrying static electricity can sometimes paralyze opponents upon contact)】

[Skills: Cheek rub, Quick Attack, Tail wag, Electric Shock, Growl, Electromagnetic Wave, Shadow Clone, Agility, Thunderbolt, Thunder.]

……

I wonder if Ash will use Pikachu. If he does, I'd like to see if Pikachu can create a miracle for him.

"Hehe~! Brother Natsuki, send out your Pokémon! Pikachu and I can't wait!"

Ash's words clearly indicated that he intended to use Pikachu in the battle.

Having received this answer, Xia Mu no longer hesitated: "In that case, be prepared. Go, Charizard."

As the Ultra Ball was released, Charizard appeared, unleashing a loud roar.

"So it really is Charizard? Pikachu, I choose you!" Ash shouted.

"Pikachu!" Pikachu called out, leaping forward into the battle arena, ready for battle.

Such a match left many people speechless, but some were also pleasantly surprised.

In the battle between Charizard and Pikachu, although Electric Mouse is just an ordinary Pokémon, it is an Electric-type Pokémon, which is effective against Charizard's Flying-type Pokémon.

If your level is high enough, defeating Charizard is not impossible.

Especially before, some people heard that Ash had obtained the Crimson Badge, even though he didn't get it from Natsume, which made people look forward to seeing just how strong he really was.

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PS: Thanks to koonshun527 for the 100 Qidian coins donation.

(End of this chapter)