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Chapter 182 I Have a Sword, Ralts Evolves.

Chapter 182 I Have a Sword, Ralts Evolves.

An energy screen inside the arena activates, separating the arena from the stands.

"Run over it like a train, aluminum-steel dragon!"

"Let's take the stage, Ralts!"

A red-glowing, dejected Aluminum Steel Dragon and a white-glowing, exhilarated Ralts stepped into the arena.

Xu Mu threw out the enhancement ball, and pink mist entered the body of the Aluminum Steel Dragon. The previously listless Aluminum Steel Dragon had blood vessels in its eyes. The Aluminum Steel Dragon slammed its fists together, sparks flashing, and its fists were even dented due to the huge impact.

In a fit of extreme anger, I once beat myself up.

Wei Xin remained still, while Xu Mu took the lead in issuing commands, drawing out the skills he had prepared for the finals.

"Aluminum-Steel Dragon, 100,000 Volts!"

To prevent Ralts from moving at incredible speed in the rain, he specifically taught Duraludon Electric-type moves. Unfortunately, Duraludon's abilities were limited, and it couldn't learn Thunder.

The aluminum-steel dragon crossed its fists, spun, and sparks flew as it was flung out.

call out!

A thick bolt of lightning pierced the arena and struck Ralts.

"Ralts, Light Screen into Frozen Wind."

Ralts opened its arms, and a transparent wall of light unfolded in front of it. Ten Thousand Volts struck it, and dust billowed up.

"It's a light screen that reduces the power of special attacks! But I wonder how much damage Ralts can actually withstand." As soon as the commentator finished speaking, a white, cold wind swept away the smoke and struck Duraludon, while Ralts stood steadily on the field.

"Almost unharmed, Ralts' strength is amazing. Light Screen perfectly blocked Duraludon's Thunderbolt. The effect of Light Screen is no less than that of Mr. Mime. As a result, Xu Mu's ranged attack style has been completely blocked."

The cold wind hit the aluminum-steel dragon's body, causing the surface temperature to drop rapidly and a layer of white frost to appear.

"Aluminum Steel Dragon, charge forward and use your metal claws!"

"Ralts, use Magic Fire!"

Duraludon brandished its claws and charged at Ralts. Ralts breathed out flames and retreated while fighting. The flames were shattered by the enraged Duraludon, but Duraludon's body temperature began to rise. Frost and water mist enveloped Duraludon's body, and droplets flowed into Duraludon's joints.

"Duraludon is closing in on Ralts! Ralts is in grave danger!" the commentator shouted excitedly. "Wait a minute! Ralts has perfectly dodged Duraludon's attack!"

"Ralts has a wealth of battle experience, and with the help of psychic abilities, it moves with agility. However, due to Duraludon's body structure and short limbs, it's difficult to deal effective damage," Cynthia said. "If this Duraludon's ability were Metal Light, it might be able to keep up with Ralts's movements. Unfortunately, only a hit can be considered a move." "Then let's try this move," Xu Mu seized the moment when Duraludon closed in on Ralts, "Duraludon, full power, wide-range Thunder Wave."

Duraludon did not retract its fist, which Ralts had dodged. Instead, it mobilized all its strength, unleashing a blinding burst of lightning as it slammed into the ground, launching a wide-range, indiscriminate attack.

Ralts used its psychic powers and quickly jumped backward to create distance between itself and Duraludon. Even so, at its furthest point, it was still struck by the electric snake at the edge.

Ralts trembled slightly, its body crackling with electricity.

"It's a paralysis state. Ralts was hit by an electromagnetic wave and has entered a paralysis state, which restricts its movement." The commentator was worried for Ralts.

Xu Mu pressed his advantage.

"Now's the time! Aluminum-steel dragon solves it! A powerful impact!"

However, the aluminum-steel dragon stood still, completely motionless.

"What's going on?" Xu Mu asked, puzzled. "What a great opportunity!"

"It's rust. Water, electricity... Aluminum Steel Dragon's body is an alloy with low corrosion resistance, causing salt bridges—wait, what's that reaction called again?" Wei Xin tapped his head lightly with his finger. "In short, Aluminum Steel Dragon's joints are rusting, restricting its movement. As an Aluminum Steel Dragon trainer, you don't even know this?"

Upon hearing this, the spectators in the arena quickly opened their Pokédex and suddenly realized that the fact that Duraludon's body is prone to rusting was written in the Pokédex and emphasized.

"No wonder. We gave you a lot of leeway in the practical exam. Your theory score is not up to par. So, you're out of here." With that, Wei Xin raised his right hand, revealing a bracelet inlaid with a pure crystal from the fighting system.

"Here we go, Ralts, unleash your full power, Fierce Punch!"

Ralts clenched her fist, poised to strike.

"Not good!" Xu Mu's heart tightened, and he quickly commanded, "Aluminum Steel Dragon, hold the line!"

Since the Heavy Impact wasn't used, it doesn't count as a skill use, so Xu Mu changed it to Guarding, which isn't considered a foul.

"No!" Lusamine exclaimed in shock. Wei Xin's movements were not Z-Moves at all.

The aluminum-steel dragon stopped rubbing its body, trying to remove the rust, and a green barrier rose in front of it.

However, what struck was not a fist formed from countless energies, but a blue, almost powerless wave missile. Wei Xin's action was merely a feint, first revealing a Fighting-type Z-Crystal, forcing the opponent to prepare for a highly effective Fighting-type move.

They even go so far as to engage in casual conversation, provoke, and stir up the other person's emotions.

The purpose was to lure out the possibility of the aluminum-steel dragon being guarded.

Marnie and Cynthia couldn't help but laugh. They both said that one had to be cunning enough to become a Dark-type Trainer. After spending some time together, they believed that Wei Xin's cunning level in battles surpassed that of many Dark-type Gym Leaders, and was even comparable to the Elite Four.

Manipulating your opponent's mind is the mark of a scumbag in battle.

The green barrier in front of the aluminum-steel dragon disappeared.

From then on, Ten-Directional Volt, Thunder Wave, Steel Claw, Protect, and all of Duraludon's movesets were discovered.

Aluminum Steel Dragon's movements were once again blocked, making it a sitting duck.

There will never be a better opportunity to demonstrate the power of Z-Moves.

"This is really going to happen, Ralts, Charm Moment!"

"Ralu!"

Fighting energy surged from his body. Wei Xin pressed his left hand against his mask and pulled at his clothes with his right hand. His muscles bulged and he lifted them up, revealing his handsome face and the solid muscles under his white sleeveless shirt.

When Wei Xin first designed the action, he considered taking off his upper body clothes like Gang Ye in the animation, but after thinking about it, he gave up.

The child has social anxiety.

Moreover, it has a negative impact.

Under the bond of their bond, an invisible yet colored bridge is formed between Wei Xin and Ralts. A continuous stream of power is transmitted to Ralts, and countless points of light flash on the field. Then, like a meteor shower, fists appear behind Ralts, poised to smash everything in front of her.

"Is this the Z-Move?" the audience exclaimed in surprise.

"That's not all."

Wei Xin smiled. Before he came, he had promised Kukui Boto that he would help him promote Z-Moves in the arena. Since that was the case, he had to defeat his opponent in the coolest, strongest, and most fitting way for the people of Donghuang.

He and Laltras were prepared for this.

If we look at it from a purely visual perspective, which would cause more damage: a rounded fist or a sharp sword?

Wei Xin and Ralts loosened their fists, their fingers swirling and then clenching again. Ralts's body floated in the air, and behind her, the illusory fist twisted and deformed. Wei Xin spoke calmly, his hands behind his back, and murmured, "Gods are the ultimate in change, the wondrous things of all things, which cannot be questioned by form."

Although Wei Xin himself didn't quite understand what he was saying, he just used words to make himself seem profound and mysterious, like a career guidance teacher who might not even be able to find a job after leaving school. But Laluras was able to see vivid images in Wei Xin's mind through telepathy, and through this, Bing grasped some of the mysteries.

She twirled, coiled, and clenched her hands.

In this way, all changes are within his grasp; he can control, shatter, and reshape them, transforming them into a sharp blade to slay enemies.

Although turning a fist into a sword is just a special effect, it cannot cause more damage.

But unfortunately, he was really handsome, especially to the Donghuang people who were obsessed with weapons and could fight their way from one end of the village to the other with just a wooden stick.

"Holy crap!" Everyone's eyes widened, some even pressing their faces against the TV, practically burying their heads in the screen. "Fang Jian Gui Zong is here!"

Coach, I want to learn this.

Even the Alolans couldn't resist. "Huh?" Gladion was dumbfounded. Why is your Z-Move cooler than mine? He turned to look at Dr. Kukui, suspecting that the professor had brought out his most treasured move in order to get Wei Xin to help promote Z-Moves.

The professor shrugged. "I don't know. He only taught me that one plus one equals two. Who knew that Wei Xin would go and study Taylor's formula and end up like Tyson?"

After a brief period of thought, and combining the theory behind his own Z-Move development, he concluded that it was influenced by the region and local culture.

This is a Z-Move, exclusive to the Eastern Empire, with a cheap, low-quality special effect.

"One man can hold the pass against ten thousand; his sword energy stretches for thirty thousand miles!"

Wei Xin raised his hand towards the night sky, gently pulling down the curtain of night. The dazzling white sword light cascaded down from the sky like a waterfall, falling like rain. Before the sword even arrived, its momentum pressed the aluminum steel dragon to the ground, rendering it unable to move.

Xu Mu shouted, "Aluminum Steel Dragon, hold the line!"

He screamed desperately, trying to awaken the bond between him and the aluminum dragon, but the dried-up riverbed made even squeezing out a drop of water a luxury. The two of them were merely partners formed for a common purpose, each taking what they needed.

What's more, in pursuit of results and strength, they recklessly exploit their opponent's body, knowing full well that the road ahead is blocked, yet they persist in their own way.

How could we possibly be of one heart and mind?

Immediately, blinding light illuminated the entire arena, followed by a deafening roar and billowing dust.

Although the result was obvious, the Z-move was so powerful that they would believe it if you said it could turn the aluminum steel dragon into a pulp.

The audience held their breath, and there wasn't even a sound of breathing in the entire arena until the dust settled and Aluminum Steel Dragon lay on the field, covered in wounds and unconscious. Ralts raised its hand, clasped its hands together, and focused its energy into its lower abdomen.

Although Ralts didn't know what use this was, she knew that this was the right thing to do.

Keep quiet and act like an expert.

In the dead silence, the commentator pressed a button, shattering the stillness with the match result: "Aluminum Steel Dragon has lost its combat ability. The final winner of the Magic University Freshman Tournament is..."

"The Uncrowned King, Wei Xin!!!"

A deafening roar erupted from the packed stands; such a spectacular performance was unprecedented in the undeveloped land of Donghuang.

Wei Xin's name echoed throughout the arena. Sylveon excitedly hugged its other four Pokémon at home, and, influenced by the emotions of the arena, it burst into tears. Teebrim shook the Soothing Bell and the Ancient Bell, lamenting that the people around it were too noisy, and that Shanghai seemed a bit too urbanized.

In the research center's lounge, Lillie, who had been watching the game intently from beginning to end, finally couldn't contain her excitement and spontaneously hugged her best friends.

"Enough, enough, Lillie. I know you're happy, but—I can't breathe." Lillie's face turned purple as she slapped Lillie's arm repeatedly.

In her daze, she saw a bridge, and beneath it surged the river. Ghost-type and water-type Pokémon, Float and Darktail, thrashed about in the water, attacking passersby. Those who fell into the river would never be reincarnated.

"Wait a minute, look at Ralts!" Lilith released her grip, and Lana and Mallow gasped for breath. She pointed to the bottom of the screen, where Ralts' body was enveloped in a cocoon of light.

"Ralts is about to evolve."