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he knowes pokemon more than i know _Chapter_1018_en
Chapter 119
Chapter 1008: Wild Charge and Volt Tackle!
2024-05-15 Author: Samsung Charmander (Author Name)
"Manectric, use Electric Terrain!!"
The moment the battle started, Wattson took the offensive.
"Awooo!!"
The spiky-furred Manectric threw its head back and let out a loud roar.
Bzzzt...!!
Countless electric currents suddenly flashed across the entire field. Everything in the spectators' vision seemed to be covered by a yellow filter, and fragmented sparks of electricity were visible coursing through the air.
"Electric Terrain, huh?"
Ash glanced around. Pikachu didn't know this move, but it was something he could perhaps steal given the chance...
However, since both were pure Electric-type Pokémon, both sides would benefit from the Electric Terrain, making it completely meaningless.
"In that case, use Thunderbolt!!"
Seeing this, Ash decided to take advantage of his opponent's terrain and launch a direct attack.
Bzz-ZAP!
The jagged lightning bolt that shot from Pikachu was indeed much thicker than usual under the boost from the Electric Terrain, making it quite impressive.
However, facing the lightning, Manectric didn't move to dodge or even defend itself, simply taking the hit with its body.
BZZ-BOOM...!!
The lightning exploded against Manectric's body, but the latter didn't even tremble.
When the Thunderbolt dissipated, faint electric currents actually began to flicker across Manectric's body, raising its imposing might to a new level.
"Dee. Dee. Manectric's ability, Lightning Rod. It can completely absorb an Electric-type move and increase its own Special Attack."
The Pokedex prompted.
This ability, like Motor Drive, completely nullifies Electric-type moves.
Wattson simply raised a hand and pointed, ordering the attack:
"Now! Use Rising Voltage!!"
Manectric roared loudly where it stood, and in an instant, countless thick pillars of lightning erupted from the ground of the arena, soaring into the sky.
The consecutive, dense pillars of dazzling radiance held terrifying power!!
"Dee. Dee. When Rising Voltage is used on Electric Terrain, its power is doubled."
The Pokedex prompted again.
The power of this attack was now significantly higher than even Thunder.
"Dodge it, quick!!"
The rising pillars of electricity were unpredictable, so Ash could only choose to evade for the moment.
Damn it, so this is why he set up the Electric Terrain...
"Pika, Pika!"
Pikachu immediately began to run swiftly across the arena, darting through the gaps between the rising pillars of electric current.
Even though it was not very effective, Pikachu itself was a glass cannon. A few high-power Electric-type moves would still be too much for it to handle.
But at this moment, all of Pikachu's attention was focused on its feet, unaware of the danger approaching from the front.
"Now, use Fire Fang!!"
Wattson's Manectric had already leaped in front of Pikachu, looking down on it with the natural intimidation unique to canine Pokémon.
Sss...!
Its massive jaws opened as a fiery explosion erupted from within, gradually condensing into an energy phantom of a large, flaming fang.
BOOM!!
The Fire Fang clamped down on Pikachu and exploded, the violent impact sending Pikachu flying several meters away. It tumbled across the ground several times before coming to a stop.
"Quite a bit of strength. As expected of a Gym Leader's ace..."
Finding himself at a disadvantage from the start, Ash couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
Usually, when Gym Leaders face challengers, they'll go easy to some extent, but it was clear that this Manectric was Wattson's ace.
"In that case, use Toxic!"
Seeing that Pikachu's signature moves were completely shut down by the opponent's Lightning Rod, Ash quickly changed his tactics.
His Pikachu wasn't just an Electric Mouse; it was also a Poison Mouse!
"Pika!"
Pikachu understood. A purple ball of poisonous gas had already formed on its raised paw, and it tossed it forward.
"Use Shock Wave!!"
However, Manectric fired a wave of lightning that easily shattered the ball of Toxic.
This was the status move Toxic, not a high-power attack like Sludge Bomb, so it could be easily destroyed.
Bzz-ZAP!!
The Shock Wave didn't lose momentum and continued flying toward Pikachu.
Boosted by the Electric Terrain and Manectric's own +1 Special Attack, its power was not low.
Although the Electric-type move was not very effective, there was no reason to take the opponent's move for free.
"Pikachu, get moving! Use your tail as a lightning rod!!"
Ash quickly commanded.
Pikachu nodded, its body once again running at high speed across the Electric Terrain.
As it ran, it raised its staircase-shaped tail straight up, which radiated a silvery-white metallic sheen.
Bzzzt...!!
As if drawn by a powerful magnet, the Shock Wave's trajectory shifted, striking Pikachu's metallic tail and causing the entire silver tail to erupt with golden lightning.
The next moment, having already reached its target, Pikachu swung its lightning-charged tail around. Its speed was so fast that Manectric had no time to react.
Shock Wave-powered Iron Tail!!
SWISH-BANG!!
Manectric couldn't react in time and was struck squarely in the face, its body immediately sent flying backward.
However, the combined attack still proved to be not very effective.
"Grrr..."
Manectric shook its head and quickly got back to its feet. It wasn't a big problem.
"Don't let it go! Use Grass Knot now!!"
Ash's offensive hadn't stopped. Pikachu raised its small paws from a distance, and countless vines instantly sprouted from the ground beneath Manectric, completely entangling its limbs.
"Haha! Your Pikachu has mastered quite a few moves!"
Wattson just laughed heartily, but this kind of move was useless against his Manectric.
"Manectric, use Wild Charge!!"
Wattson yelled loudly.
"AWOOO!!"
In the next instant, Manectric threw its head back and roared. An incredibly powerful coat of lightning suddenly burst forth from the surface of its body. Its physical strength was also enhanced, allowing it to easily break free and tear apart the Grass Knot's vines.
BZZ-BOOM!!
The next moment, cloaked in a furious shroud of lightning, Manectric charged toward Pikachu, leaving a trail of lightning and sparks!
Seeing this, Ash naturally didn't back down a single step. He raised a hand and pointed, declaring:
"If that's the case, we'll use Volt Tackle, too!!"
As expected, this battle had to be a clash of Electric-types!!
"PIKA!!"
Pikachu let out a low cry as well, its small body instantly erupting with a dazzling flash of lightning like a volcanic eruption.
BZZ-BOOM!!
The next moment, Pikachu switched to running on all fours, charging forward to meet the opponent's attack.
Its Volt Tackle was several times more powerful than Manectric's Wild Charge. A golden light burst forth, completely enveloping Pikachu's body until, for a moment, it seemed as if only an astonishing ball of lightning remained.
After all, Volt Tackle was the enhanced version of Wild Charge, as well as the signature move of the Pikachu family.
(end of chapter)
2024-05-15 Author: Samsung Charmander (Author Name)
"Manectric, use Electric Terrain!!"
The moment the battle started, Wattson took the offensive.
"Awooo!!"
The spiky-furred Manectric threw its head back and let out a loud roar.
Bzzzt...!!
Countless electric currents suddenly flashed across the entire field. Everything in the spectators' vision seemed to be covered by a yellow filter, and fragmented sparks of electricity were visible coursing through the air.
"Electric Terrain, huh?"
Ash glanced around. Pikachu didn't know this move, but it was something he could perhaps steal given the chance...
However, since both were pure Electric-type Pokémon, both sides would benefit from the Electric Terrain, making it completely meaningless.
"In that case, use Thunderbolt!!"
Seeing this, Ash decided to take advantage of his opponent's terrain and launch a direct attack.
Bzz-ZAP!
The jagged lightning bolt that shot from Pikachu was indeed much thicker than usual under the boost from the Electric Terrain, making it quite impressive.
However, facing the lightning, Manectric didn't move to dodge or even defend itself, simply taking the hit with its body.
BZZ-BOOM...!!
The lightning exploded against Manectric's body, but the latter didn't even tremble.
When the Thunderbolt dissipated, faint electric currents actually began to flicker across Manectric's body, raising its imposing might to a new level.
"Dee. Dee. Manectric's ability, Lightning Rod. It can completely absorb an Electric-type move and increase its own Special Attack."
The Pokedex prompted.
This ability, like Motor Drive, completely nullifies Electric-type moves.
Wattson simply raised a hand and pointed, ordering the attack:
"Now! Use Rising Voltage!!"
Manectric roared loudly where it stood, and in an instant, countless thick pillars of lightning erupted from the ground of the arena, soaring into the sky.
The consecutive, dense pillars of dazzling radiance held terrifying power!!
"Dee. Dee. When Rising Voltage is used on Electric Terrain, its power is doubled."
The Pokedex prompted again.
The power of this attack was now significantly higher than even Thunder.
"Dodge it, quick!!"
The rising pillars of electricity were unpredictable, so Ash could only choose to evade for the moment.
Damn it, so this is why he set up the Electric Terrain...
"Pika, Pika!"
Pikachu immediately began to run swiftly across the arena, darting through the gaps between the rising pillars of electric current.
Even though it was not very effective, Pikachu itself was a glass cannon. A few high-power Electric-type moves would still be too much for it to handle.
But at this moment, all of Pikachu's attention was focused on its feet, unaware of the danger approaching from the front.
"Now, use Fire Fang!!"
Wattson's Manectric had already leaped in front of Pikachu, looking down on it with the natural intimidation unique to canine Pokémon.
Sss...!
Its massive jaws opened as a fiery explosion erupted from within, gradually condensing into an energy phantom of a large, flaming fang.
BOOM!!
The Fire Fang clamped down on Pikachu and exploded, the violent impact sending Pikachu flying several meters away. It tumbled across the ground several times before coming to a stop.
"Quite a bit of strength. As expected of a Gym Leader's ace..."
Finding himself at a disadvantage from the start, Ash couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
Usually, when Gym Leaders face challengers, they'll go easy to some extent, but it was clear that this Manectric was Wattson's ace.
"In that case, use Toxic!"
Seeing that Pikachu's signature moves were completely shut down by the opponent's Lightning Rod, Ash quickly changed his tactics.
His Pikachu wasn't just an Electric Mouse; it was also a Poison Mouse!
"Pika!"
Pikachu understood. A purple ball of poisonous gas had already formed on its raised paw, and it tossed it forward.
"Use Shock Wave!!"
However, Manectric fired a wave of lightning that easily shattered the ball of Toxic.
This was the status move Toxic, not a high-power attack like Sludge Bomb, so it could be easily destroyed.
Bzz-ZAP!!
The Shock Wave didn't lose momentum and continued flying toward Pikachu.
Boosted by the Electric Terrain and Manectric's own +1 Special Attack, its power was not low.
Although the Electric-type move was not very effective, there was no reason to take the opponent's move for free.
"Pikachu, get moving! Use your tail as a lightning rod!!"
Ash quickly commanded.
Pikachu nodded, its body once again running at high speed across the Electric Terrain.
As it ran, it raised its staircase-shaped tail straight up, which radiated a silvery-white metallic sheen.
Bzzzt...!!
As if drawn by a powerful magnet, the Shock Wave's trajectory shifted, striking Pikachu's metallic tail and causing the entire silver tail to erupt with golden lightning.
The next moment, having already reached its target, Pikachu swung its lightning-charged tail around. Its speed was so fast that Manectric had no time to react.
Shock Wave-powered Iron Tail!!
SWISH-BANG!!
Manectric couldn't react in time and was struck squarely in the face, its body immediately sent flying backward.
However, the combined attack still proved to be not very effective.
"Grrr..."
Manectric shook its head and quickly got back to its feet. It wasn't a big problem.
"Don't let it go! Use Grass Knot now!!"
Ash's offensive hadn't stopped. Pikachu raised its small paws from a distance, and countless vines instantly sprouted from the ground beneath Manectric, completely entangling its limbs.
"Haha! Your Pikachu has mastered quite a few moves!"
Wattson just laughed heartily, but this kind of move was useless against his Manectric.
"Manectric, use Wild Charge!!"
Wattson yelled loudly.
"AWOOO!!"
In the next instant, Manectric threw its head back and roared. An incredibly powerful coat of lightning suddenly burst forth from the surface of its body. Its physical strength was also enhanced, allowing it to easily break free and tear apart the Grass Knot's vines.
BZZ-BOOM!!
The next moment, cloaked in a furious shroud of lightning, Manectric charged toward Pikachu, leaving a trail of lightning and sparks!
Seeing this, Ash naturally didn't back down a single step. He raised a hand and pointed, declaring:
"If that's the case, we'll use Volt Tackle, too!!"
As expected, this battle had to be a clash of Electric-types!!
"PIKA!!"
Pikachu let out a low cry as well, its small body instantly erupting with a dazzling flash of lightning like a volcanic eruption.
BZZ-BOOM!!
The next moment, Pikachu switched to running on all fours, charging forward to meet the opponent's attack.
Its Volt Tackle was several times more powerful than Manectric's Wild Charge. A golden light burst forth, completely enveloping Pikachu's body until, for a moment, it seemed as if only an astonishing ball of lightning remained.
After all, Volt Tackle was the enhanced version of Wild Charge, as well as the signature move of the Pikachu family.
(end of chapter)
