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30.63% Pokemon Battle System: I Reincarnated As A Charmander / Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Defeating Axew

Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Defeating Axew

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After successfully capturing Staravia, the young Trainer released it again and promptly sprayed some Potion on its wounds.

However, the Staravia appeared severely injured; even with the Potion, it remained lethargic and unfriendly towards the young Trainer. If not for its injuries preventing flight, it likely would have already escaped.

Some Pokemon exhibit this behavior - initially resistant to their new Trainer after capture. Over time, through interaction and the binding connection of the Poké Ball, they gradually become more affectionate towards their Trainer.

As Lian observed the Axew from earlier, he felt tempted. He still hadn't used his combat rating points for today, and if he could defeat all the young Trainer's Pokemon, he believed there was a chance to earn significantly high combat ratings.

Dealing with just one Axew wouldn't be too challenging, but it was clear that the young Trainer wasn't inexperienced, having at least two or more Pokemon.

Although this Axew was strong, its speed wasn't exceptional. With Lian recently mastering Dragon Breath, which effectively counters Axew, he felt confident in defeating it.

However, without knowing about any other powerful Pokemon the Trainer might possess, risking a potential upset could lead to disastrous consequences.

If Lian were defeated, his Pokémon would be captured by a Poké Ball and become part of the young Trainer's collection—a significant risk.

After some thought, Lian decided to cautiously follow this Trainer, observe first, determine which Pokémon they had, and then decide whether to engage or not. He wouldn't enter a battle without confidence.

The young Trainer didn't leave immediately, clearly indicating that, like Kalia, he was here to train his Pokémon in the Kana Mountains, capturing Staravia being just an opportunity along the way.

Lian carefully trailed behind him. It was still early, with plenty of time before lunch. If the opponent's Pokémon proved too strong, he would simply abandon the idea.

The young Trainer didn't venture far, starting battles nearby. Once he released his Pokémon, Lian got a clear view: the Trainer had three Pokémon in total—an Axew, the injured Staravia, and a bronze-colored Bronzor.

Lian's eyes lit up. The Bronzor floating in mid-air indicated it possessed the Levitate Ability rather than Heatproof, meaning it would suffer significantly from Fire-type attacks.

Bronzor is both Steel and Psychic type; although it has excellent defense and Special Defense, its offensive capabilities are relatively weak. Lian sensed an opportunity, as Dragon Breath effectively counters Axew, while Ember counters Bronzor.

The only concern was Axew, which had already learned Dragon Claw, making it quite formidable. With Lian's current defense, he couldn't withstand even one hit from Axew's Dragon Claw. If struck, he would likely be incapacitated instantly.

Fortune favors the bold, and Lian believed his chances of success were high. It was worth giving it a try, potentially scoring higher than his previous gym battle performance.

Let's do this.

Lian made up his mind, pretending to casually pass by within view of the young Trainer.

With its striking orange-red color, Charmander immediately caught the Trainer's attention. Missing a Charmander swiftly passing right under your nose would practically make you blind.

"Charmander?!" The young Trainer was stunned, rubbing his eyes, unsure at first glance. But there it was—the vibrant orange silhouette with a flaming tail—undeniably a Charmander.

The young Trainer felt blessed by the goddess of luck; this fortune came unexpectedly quickly after just capturing a Staravia, only to encounter a wild Charmander immediately afterward.

He sensed it was practically handed down from the heavens, destined for him to capture. Missing this opportunity would be unforgivable.

With determined pursuit and an ecstatic expression, the young Trainer chased after the Charmander, feeling that today was his lucky day.

Lian noticed the approaching Trainer and intentionally slowed down, otherwise, they wouldn't have stood a chance to catch up.

It's about time.

As Lian reached near a rocky cliff, he turned around to face the young Trainer, giving the impression that there was nowhere else to run.

"Charmander, let's battle!" The young Trainer's excitement surged as soon as he saw the Charmander stop, and he shouted eagerly.

In the next moment, he sent out his Axew. As a Dragon-type Pokemon, it could resist Fire-type moves, making him confident that defeating this Charmander would be effortless.

Hooked.

Lian immediately focused, recognizing this as a critical moment. The greatest threat was undoubtedly the Axew, so he had to strategically reveal his speed advantage at the opportune time.

Axew scurried forward on its short legs, and promptly, the young Trainer commanded, "Axew, use Dragon Claw!"

The Trainer's plan was straightforward - aiming to swiftly defeat Charmander with Dragon Claw and effortlessly capture it afterward.

Unfortunately for him, while he sought to capture Lian, Lian was also anticipating his moves. As soon as Axew charged, Lian unleashed Dragon Breath, denying Axew any chance of initiating first.

Dragon-type energy exuded dominance; when Lian breathed out forcefully, an invisible yet intense wave surged towards Axew like a torrential tide.

Sensing imminent danger, Axew found itself too close, caught off guard by the unexpected knowledge that this Charmander had already learned Dragon Breath. Consequently, the Trainer couldn't warn Axew in time to dodge.

In the next instant, the powerful blast sent Axew flying, causing continuous damage and forcing it painfully to the ground.

"Axew!" The young Trainer was equally taken aback by Charmander's sudden Dragon Breath move and quickly checked on Axew.

Axew struggled to its feet, bearing numerous injuries. As both Pokemon were of the Dragon type, Dragon moves inflicted greater damage, clearly leaving Axew severely wounded.

However, Axew was not yet defeated, just as Lian had anticipated - one Dragon Breath wasn't enough to overcome it.

Lian patiently waited for Dragon Breath's cooldown period. Using Ember might be risky, as he couldn't determine how much energy Axew still had left; if Ember failed to incapacitate Axew, it would only waste valuable time.

After standing up, Axew remembered its Trainer's command and charged towards Lian, with Dragon Claw manifesting around its short claws.

Realizing that speed was now crucial to maintain distance, Lian recalled watching Kalia direct Treecko to evade opponents' attacks using agility. He decided to mimic her strategy, directly applying it to his situation.

Lian's Speed ability value had already surpassed 300, while this Axew's Speed ability value was merely in the mid-50s. Without specialized speed training, there was no way Axew could outpace him.

Indeed, as Lian sprinted at full speed, Axew couldn't keep up and could only watch helplessly as the distance between them widened.

"How can this Charmander be so fast?" the young Trainer exclaimed in surprise. Although Axew wasn't known for its high speed, he was well aware of his Pokemon's capabilities, expecting it to be at least on par with Charmander.

Yet, even before evolving, this Charmander displayed remarkable agility, faster than his newly captured Staravia.

"Axew, use Taunt!" Realizing that Charmander seemed intent on fleeing, the young Trainer hastily commanded Axew to employ the Taunt move.

Taunt is a Dark-type move where a Pokemon uses body language to provoke anger in its opponent, compelling them to attack directly. It effectively prevents the enemy from escaping or using certain status-changing moves.

Upon hearing the command, Axew swiftly changed tactics, abandoning Dragon Claw in favor of Taunt.

Lian felt a surge of malevolence directed towards him, impossible to evade. Turning to face Axew, a wave of fury instantly engulfed him-an effect of the Taunt move, unavoidable by design.

Lian knew he shouldn't let anger control him, but deep down, his fury could not be suppressed, seeking an outlet.

"Perfect opportunity! Axew, use Dragon Claw." The young Trainer seized the moment as Charmander paused, quickly commanding Axew to unleash its Dragon Claw move.

Although Lian was affected by Taunt, his thoughts remained clear. Despite his rage, he had no intention of fleeing from the battle.

His Dragon Breath ability was nearly ready again. As Axew approached, Lian opened his mouth wide like a roaring dragon and unleashed a fierce Dragon Breath fueled by his anger.

The young Trainer was momentarily stunned. How could this Charmander release Dragon Breath so swiftly? Wild Pokemon typically lack formal training, and those that gain extensive combat experience usually evolve before mastering moves with such proficiency.

This Charmander, however, was truly peculiar - not only astonishingly fast but also remarkably skilled at using Dragon Breath. It seemed illogical.

Could it already have a Trainer?

The thought crossed the young Trainer's mind, but it appeared highly unlikely. Which Trainer would casually release their Pokemon into the wild, especially one as rare as a Charmander?

While the young Trainer was astonished, the battle had already concluded. Dragon Breath has a significantly longer range than Ember, and before Axew could even reach Lian, it was blasted away by the Dragon Breath, rendering it unable to continue fighting.

"Return, Axew."

The youth observed his battered Axew and promptly recalled it into its Poké Ball for rest. Then, he turned his attention towards Charmander.

He still had a Bronzor and an injured Staravia, but currently, Staravia did not obey his commands, leaving only Bronzor available for combat.

Letting this Charmander go might be his biggest regret. Although Fire-types have an advantage over Bronzor, defense is one of Bronzor's strengths, making it worth a try.

Additionally, he possessed a small Revive fragment that could instantly restore Axew's energy and combat capability. However, any medication requiring internal consumption can cause some harm to Pokemon, as most drugs have potential side effects. Typically, Trainers prefer visiting the Pokémon Center for healing their Pokémon's injuries.

This Revive fragment was purchased from a store in a major city by a friend at a hefty price.

But now, determined to capture the Charmander, he couldn't afford to worry about such consequences.


Chapter 35: Chapter 35

Lian was unaware of the young trainer's intentions. With Axew defeated, his pressure significantly reduced, leaving only Bronzor and a potentially injured Staravia, uncertain if it could continue battling.

Bronzor wasn't particularly strong, with low offensive capabilities. However, to maximize his combat rating score, Lian remained vigilant and prepared to use Ember.

"Bronzor, use Confuse Ray." The young trainer shifted from direct attacks and instead commanded Bronzor to employ disruptive support moves.

By confusing Charmander, inducing chaos, he saw an opportunity for victory. Otherwise, Bronzor wouldn't withstand many Dragon Breath or Ember strikes from Charmander.

Floating in mid-air, Bronzor swayed several times, emitting a mesmerizing multicolored glow. This Confuse Ray oscillated back and forth, heading towards Lian.

Intrigued by the Confuse Ray, Lian felt its allure but quickly reacted by closing his eyes.

He knew he must not be captivated by the Confuse Ray; otherwise, it would disorient him, ultimately leading to a state of chaotic confusion.

With his eyes closed, Lian successfully avoided being affected by the Confuse Ray. In fact, many disruptive moves can be resisted simply by shutting one's eyes.

For instance, the Psychic-type move Hypnosis uses body movements to induce sleep on a Pokemon. However, simply avoiding eye contact renders it ineffective.

The young Trainer was even more astonished by Charmander's action. Is this Charmander truly uncaught? How does it possess such combat awareness?

With Charmander's eyes closed, unable to perceive its surroundings, the young Trainer swiftly ordered Bronzor to attack.

"Bronzor, use Confusion."

Confusion is a basic Psychic-type move, not particularly strong but still effective. Although Bronzor's special attack isn't high, being a same-type move, it can still deal some damage.

Upon hearing the command, Lian immediately opened his eyes. While he wasn't concerned about the Confusion attack, he aimed to minimize injuries, as they could affect the final combat rating.

Confusion manifests as an invisible force; although depicted with color in animations, in reality, it is an intangible spiritual energy.

Bronzor concentrated its thoughts, generating a weak psychic blast that rapidly headed straight for Lian.

Lian couldn't dodge; he couldn't see the location of the Confusion attack. However, knowing its damage was minimal, he decided to endure it directly.

He felt a force strike his abdomen, causing him to stumble back several steps. Undeniably, there was some pain, but it didn't significantly impact him. Unfortunately, this did lower his combat rating considerably.

With his speed advantage, Lian wasn't concerned about close-range Pokemon battles. However, evading long-range moves without anticipation proved challenging, as they often traveled at high speeds.

This issue wasn't related to the Pokemon's speed but rather the nature of these attacks. Confusion, being an intangible psychic force, faced no air resistance and reached its target almost instantly upon release.

Lian prepared to unleash Ember, determined not to let Bronzor hit him again with Confusion. Any further hits would significantly decrease his combat rating, which he wanted to avoid at all costs.

"Bronzor, find opportunities to continue using Confusion!"

Seeing that Confusion had successfully struck Charmander, the young Trainer sensed hope and promptly ordered Bronzor to keep using the move.

Although slightly angered by being hit with Confusion, Lian maintained his composure, aimed at Bronzor, and released Ember before swiftly moving away. He wanted to avoid any more damage from Confusion.

Bronzor grimaced from the Ember's burn but managed to endure it, thanks to its strong Special Defense capabilities. It then prepared another Confusion move.

Seeing his Ember hit Bronzor, Lian felt slightly relieved. With his Charmander's special attack and the double type advantage, one more Ember would undoubtedly defeat Bronzor.

If this Bronzor had the Heatproof Ability, it would have posed a greater challenge, but with the Levitate Ability, it was manageable.

Bronzor struggled to pinpoint Lian's position, making it difficult to effectively use Confusion. While invisible, Confusion could not easily change direction once released; if it missed, there was no second chance.

Without hesitation, Bronzor unleashed Confusion, but by the time it did, Lian had already moved away. The psychic blast merely struck rocks on the cave wall, causing them to crumble and fall.

Perfect opportunity! Lian's eyes lit up as he promptly halted. The brief interval after Bronzor's move release presented the ideal moment for his counterattack.

Realizing that Charmander was about to retaliate, the young Trainer quickly instructed Bronzor to dodge.

"Bronzor, swiftly evade!"

The young Trainer's timely reminder showcased his keen battle awareness, accurately anticipating Lian's intentions.

However, with no threat from Confusion, Lian confidently unleashed Ember without hesitation. There was no way he would allow Bronzor to evade this time; he was certain that this Ember strike would defeat it decisively.

Lian swiftly closed the gap with Bronzor and, at a distance where evasion was impossible, released Ember.

At such proximity, even if Bronzor attempted to dodge, its movements couldn't match up. Moreover, Lian could easily adjust the direction of Ember mid-flight.

It was akin to casting the move point-blank, leaving Bronzor utterly unable to escape. All it could do was watch as Ember rapidly filled its field of vision.

With a loud bang, the defeated Bronzor lost its ability to float and collapsed onto the ground.

Satisfied, Lian observed the incapacitated Bronzor. Despite taking one hit from Confusion, overall, his performance had been commendable. He estimated that the combat rating for defeating these two Pokemon likely surpassed his previous score against the Ground-type gym. Now, he awaited the young Trainer's reaction.

As for Staravia, it was unclear whether it still had any fighting capability, but based on appearances, it seemed already incapable of battling effectively.

Seeing both Bronzors unable to continue battling, the young trainer felt disheartened. Should he just let this Charmander go? However, he had no more Pokemon available for combat.

Wait, I still have a chance.

The young trainer swiftly rummaged through his backpack and found a Revive fragment. If it could restore Axew's fighting capability, there might be another opportunity to capture this Charmander.

Lian observed the young trainer's actions, wondering if he would attempt to directly throw a Poké Ball now. But Lian couldn't simply flee; otherwise, the system might judge him as running away, which would be disastrous.

Quickly, the young trainer retrieved a box, opened it, and revealed a diamond-shaped white Revive fragment inside.

Revive fragments were medications developed by the League, capable of rapidly restoring a Pokemon's mental state and healing injuries. Their primary ingredient was a bitter medicinal herb.

However, Revive fragments themselves were not bitter. Despite being beneficial, these medications can cause slight harm to Pokemon, making them scarce and typically only available for purchase in large cities.

With visible reluctance, the young trainer took out a Poké Ball, released the severely injured and unconscious Axew, and carefully placed the Revive fragment into its mouth.

As the Revive dissolved, it entered Axew's body, beginning to heal its injuries. Simultaneously, Axew gradually regained consciousness from its unconscious state.

Lian was astounded by this sight; the young Trainer must be quite wealthy! Even Kalia didn't have such resources, as she typically brought her defeated Treecko to the Pokemon Center for treatment.

A sudden realization struck Lian - if this fragment could restore Axew's injuries, wouldn't that also mean Axew regains much of its Stamina?

If he defeats Axew again, would the subsequent damage count towards the system?

At this thought, Lian's eyes lit up with excitement. This guy is truly kind-hearted, essentially gifting him Combat Points - how amazing!

Upon waking up, Axew showed significant recovery from its injuries, although not fully healed since it was just a single Revive fragment, not a complete Max Revive.

"Axew, please, defeat Charmander," the young Trainer pleaded. With only Axew remaining, it was his last chance.

Noticing the determination in the Trainer's eyes, Axew responded with a fierce fighting spirit and stood up.

"Axew, be cautious of Dragon Breath; get close to Charmander and use Dragon Claw," commanded the young man. This time, he specifically reminded Axew not to let Dragon Breath hit it again.

With a resolute gaze, Axew charged towards Lian, constantly maneuvering to evade the incoming Dragon Breath attack.

Seeing Axew's focused demeanor, Lian realized that the fully recovered Axew was now more vigilant and serious. However, speed remained his advantage; no matter how cautious Axew was, if it couldn't keep up, its efforts would be futile.

The effect of Taunt had long passed, allowing Lian to resume his kite-fighting strategy effortlessly.

Lian continued running intermittently, pausing to unleash Dragon Breath before resuming his movement. Out of two attempts, one missed, but on the second, Axew failed to dodge and was mercilessly defeated once again.

This defeat shattered any remaining hope for the young Trainer. His Staravia, previously knocked out by Axew, suffered severe injuries and could no longer participate effectively in battle.

Observing for a moment, Lian noticed the young Trainer's expression of despair, realizing he had no more Pokemon capable of battle.

Glancing at the sky, this prolonged fight took quite some time and left Lian feeling exhausted. He decided it was time to return, opting not to engage further today. The intense battle drained all his energy; he needed a good rest before considering any additional training tomorrow.

Without acknowledging the defeated young Trainer, Lian simply departed, leaving him pondering his life choices alone.

Back at their usual spot, Lian promptly fell asleep, utterly worn out from constantly running during the battle. A well-deserved rest was essential to regain his strength.

At noon, Kalia returned, unsurprised to find Lian sleeping but curious about Charmander's abdominal injury.

Could it be that Charmander, unbeknownst to her, initiated a battle on its own?

Kalia shook her head, dismissing the thought as unlikely.

***

Late at night, Lian entered the system space to check today's combat rating, anticipating a pleasant surprise.

As expected, the combat rating was available, and he began examining it closely.

Charmander

Gender: ♂

Level: LV 12

Type: Fire-type

Ability: Blaze

Moves: Growl, Scratch, Ember, Smokescreen, Dragon Breath

Stats: Stamina 314, Attack 175, Defense 153, Special Attack 379, Special Defense 170, Speed 367

Axew (Zach)

Level: LV 19

Type: Dragon-type

Ability: Mold Breaker

Moves: Scratch, Leer, Bite, Assurance, Taunt, Slash, Dragon Claw

Stats: Stamina 465, Attack 395, Defense 278, Special Attack 164, Special Defense 202, Speed 273

Bronzor (Zach)

Level: LV 16

Type: Psychic-type, Steel-type

Ability: Levitate

Moves: Tackle, Confusion, Confuse Ray, Retaliate, Imprison, Gyro Ball

Stats: Stamina 445, Attack 127, Defense 330, Special Attack 130, Special Defense 332, Speed 124

Combat Rating: B-

Level Difference Bonus: 203

Racial Difference Bonus: 1

Stat Difference Bonus: 173

Output Difference Bonus: 1019

Outputs: Charmander (1019), Bronzor (124), Axew (0)

Total Combat Reward: 1396

Overall Combat Value: 2086


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