บท 54: Chapter 54: Onix
Geodude, struck hard by Beedrill's "Twineedle", halted its "Rollout", gliding along the ground before crashing into a raised rock.
Purple bubbles floated away from its body, indicating the ongoing degradation of its condition; it lay weakened in the small pit it had created. Geodude had reached its limit.
"Geodude is unable to battle! Beedrill wins!" the referee announced, and the exhilaration that erupted from the audience echoed Ash's own feelings of triumph.
Misty cheered from the sidelines, her voice almost drowned out by the roaring applause and shouts from the crowd.
"You did great, Ash!" she exclaimed, excitement evident in her tone. Even in defeat, the audience marveled at the intensity and skill displayed by both trainers.
Meanwhile, Brock calmly recalled Geodude into its Poké Ball and met Ash's gaze with a mixture of respect and determination.
"You really are something, Ash," he acknowledged, showing no hint of disappointment despite his Pokémon's loss.
"But you should know that Geodude was just the beginning."
Ash felt the weight of Brock's challenge. Although he reveled in his victory, he understood he couldn't let his guard down. Brock's ace was still waiting in the wings.
"Be careful, Beedrill," he warned quietly, remembering Brock's powerful Pokémon that he had mentioned before. He couldn't afford any more mistakes.
With a deep breath, Brock raised his voice, ready to unleash his next Pokémon. "Onix, go!"
He threw the Poké Ball onto the battlefield, and in an instant, a massive, serpent-like Pokémon emerged.
The crowd gasped as one, eyes widening in awe as Onix materialized, its lengthy body stretching at least eight meters long.
The rock snake was an imposing sight, its form made up of gigantic boulders, which gave it a powerful and steadfast presence.
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Onix
Type: Rock, Ground
Category: Rock Snake Pokémon
Ability: Rock Head or Sturdy;
Hidden Ability: Weak Armor
Strength: Bronze
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Ash felt a familiar thrill of excitement mixed with pressure as he confronted Onix.
He had anticipated Brock's strong second Pokémon, but witnessing its scale and power firsthand was another matter entirely. There was no way to underestimate Brock now.
"Beedrill, use "String Shot"!" Ash commanded, shaking off his intimidation and regaining focus.
"Bee!" Beedrill sprang into action, unleashing a barrage of sticky silk threads toward Onix.
Brock, however, was unfazed.
"Onix, "Dragon Breath"!" he ordered, determination in his voice as he countered Ash's move.
As Onix opened its mouth, sapphire blue energy began to gather within, pulsing ominously.
Moments later, a thick, vibrant energy blast surged forward, consuming Beedrill's "String Shot" before continuing on its path directly toward the Bug-type Pokémon.
Beedrill's eyes widened in fear as the Dragon-type energy bore down on it—a stark reminder of the raw power associated with Dragon moves, even if Onix itself wasn't a true Dragon-type Pokémon.
"Beedrill, dodge!" Ash shouted, snapping Beedrill back to action.
The Bug Pokémon responded just in time, narrowly avoiding the blast, which exploded upon hitting the ground and created a massive crater.
After dodging, Beedrill quickly adjusted its trajectory and charged toward Onix, determined to close the distance and evade further long-range attacks.
It was a risky maneuver, but Ash reasoned it was their best chance against the colossal Pokémon.
Brock, anticipating Beedrill's strategy, smirked slightly, ready to counter. "You underestimate me, Ash; I know Onix better than anyone."
He recognized Ash's intentions and was prepared to shut them down. "Onix, 'Screech!'"
The ground trembled as Onix unleashed a bone-chilling roar, sending waves of sound crashing down over Beedrill.
The screech was excruciating, and its effects were immediate. Beedrill staggered, clutching its head in pain as its defenses were drastically lowered.
The impact of 'Screech' was magnified by Onix's massive size and unique resonance.
The sudden and overwhelming hostility of the attack halted Beedrill right as it was closing in on the formidable Pokémon.
"Now, Beedrill!" Ash shouted quickly, desperation in his voice, but it was too late; Beedrill's momentum had been interrupted by the painful effects of Onix's attack.
Brock seized the opportunity, commanding, "Onix, use Rock Slide!"
Onix reared its head back and scanned the battlefield with precision. Tons of rocks broke free from its body, falling like meteors toward Beedrill. Ash's heart sank at the dire predicament.
"Beedrill, move!" Ash yelled, frantic for a response, but Beedrill, still reeling from the effects of the 'Screech', struggled to react in time.
The barrage of rocks rained down upon Beedrill, and Ash could do little more than watch as his trusty Pokémon was engulfed by the onslaught.
Dust and debris clouded the arena, the atmosphere thick with tension as the audience held its breath in anticipation.
And yet, Ash knew that he and Beedrill had fought valiantly thus far. The stakes were high, and there was no backing down now.
As the dust began to settle, he prepared for their next move, heart racing with determination and resolve to continue the fight.
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