This is really troublesome..." Koga muttered, wiping a bead of sweat from his brow. His carefully crafted strategy unraveled the moment Gengar used Mean Look. Crobat was now trapped, unable to retreat, and Koga needed to rethink his approach on the spot.
As a seasoned ninja and Poison-type expert, Koga was no stranger to challenges. Yet, this battle felt different—Agatha's experience and the power of her Champion-level Gengar were overwhelming.
"Crobat, use Air Cutter!" Koga commanded, his voice steady despite the mounting pressure.
Crobat let out a sharp cry, its wings glowing as it unleashed a barrage of spinning energy blades toward Gengar. The blades sliced through the air with precision, aiming to keep the opponent at bay.
Agatha tapped her wooden cane against the ground, her expression calm and calculating. "Dark Pulse, Gengar."
The Shadow Pokémon chuckled ominously. A wave of dark, pulsating energy formed in front of it before surging forward, meeting Crobat's attack head-on. The collision was dazzling yet brief—the Air Cutter disintegrated instantly as the Dark Pulse plowed through, slamming into Crobat with devastating force.
Crobat was flung across the battlefield, crashing into the energy barrier that separated the arena from the audience. The impact was jarring, and the crowd collectively gasped. The referee raised his flag.
"Crobat is unable to battle! Gengar is the winner!"
The cheers from the audience were deafening. Koga clenched his fists, recalling Crobat into its Poké Ball. His frustration was palpable, but he kept his composure, determined to press on.
"Impressive as ever," Koga muttered under his breath. "But this battle isn't over yet."
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Meanwhile, in Pallet Town
Ash Ketchum sat in his room, glued to the TV. His heart raced as he watched the battle unfold.
"That Gengar is unbelievable," Ash whispered. "It didn't even flinch against Crobat's speed."
Ash's mysterious ability had already revealed Gengar's Champion-level strength, but seeing it in action was something else entirely. He leaned closer, captivated by the intensity of the duel.
"Mr. Koga's not giving up," he murmured. "Even if the odds are stacked against him."
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Back in the Quartz Arena, Koga sent out his second Pokémon—Venomoth. The pale, moth-like Pokémon flapped its wings, releasing a subtle, glittering powder.
"Sleep Powder," Koga ordered, hoping to turn the tide.
Agatha responded instantly. "Shadow Ball, Gengar."
Before Venomoth could release its full attack, Gengar formed a sphere of dark energy and launched it. The Shadow Ball cut through the air, striking Venomoth directly and sending it crashing to the ground in one hit.
"Venomoth is unable to battle!" the referee declared.
Koga gritted his teeth. Agatha's strategy was unrelenting, her Gengar unshakable. Each of Koga's subsequent Pokémon fell quickly—Weezing, Muk, even his trusty Arbok. They barely managed to land a few hits before being overwhelmed by Gengar's relentless attacks and abilities.
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Later, in Pallet Town
Ash stared at the TV screen, his fists clenched. Despite Koga's best efforts, Agatha had outclassed him in every way.
"She's not just strong—she's untouchable," Ash muttered. "That's what it means to be an Elite Four member."
As the referee declared Agatha the winner, Ash sat back, letting the reality of the battle sink in. He had always dreamed of becoming a Pokémon Master, but watching this duel made him realize just how far he had to go.
"Someday, that'll be me," he whispered. "I'll stand in that arena and take on the strongest trainers in the world."
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Back in the Arena
Koga stood silently as the referee's voice echoed across the battlefield. "The winner is Agatha of the Kanto Elite Four!"
The crowd erupted into cheers, celebrating Agatha's flawless victory. Koga returned his final Pokémon to its Poké Ball and walked to the center of the field, bowing respectfully to his opponent.
"Thank you for the battle," Koga said, his voice steady despite his defeat.
"You've come far, Koga," Agatha replied, leaning slightly on her cane. "But to challenge the Elite Four, you'll need more than skill. Perseverance, growth, and a touch of wisdom—that's the true path of a trainer."
Koga nodded, her words sinking deep into his mind. This loss wasn't the end. It was another step in his journey.
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Later That Night
Ash lay in bed, replaying the battle in his mind. The strength and precision displayed by Agatha and Gengar were beyond anything he had imagined. Yet, instead of feeling disheartened, he felt inspired.
"Tomorrow's the start," he murmured to himself, staring at the ceiling. "Professor Oak's lab, my first Pokémon… my journey to becoming the strongest trainer in the world."
He closed his eyes, determination fueling his dreams. Visions of battles, victories, and standing in the Indigo Plateau filled his mind.
"I'll make it," Ash whispered before drifting off to sleep. "I'll become a Pokémon Master."
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