Chapter 138: Combusken: I Have Grown Strong!

Chapter 138: Chapter 138: Combusken: I Have Grown Strong!

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After evolving, Combusken quickly mastered several new moves.

From Scratch to Fire Punch.

From Quick Attack to Flame Charge.

And a Fighting-type move that coordinated fists and feet: Sky Uppercut!

Sky Uppercut was a move specifically aimed at airborne Pokémon.

Even if the opponent was flying in the sky, Sky Uppercut could still deal effective damage.

If the opponent was on the ground, then Sky Uppercut could make them fly.

A well trained Sky Uppercut could even be stronger than ordinary punching moves when used against flying Pokémon.

Flame Charge was an excellent move. Perhaps its damage was not very high, but it could raise Speed.

With targeted training, Combusken would be able to use moves even faster.

And if it was developed deeply, perhaps he could even learn Flare Blitz.

Julian stroked his chin and looked at Primeape, who was quietly eating nearby.

Once the timing was right, perhaps he could let Combusken spar with Primeape.

Primeape seemed to have helped quite a few Infernape master Flare Blitz.

With Teacher Primeape’s guidance, perhaps Combusken could smoothly master Flare Blitz before evolving?

After evolving, he had only trained for one day. Julian did not know how much effect it had produced.

It was perfect to test Combusken’s progress after evolution through today’s Gym battles.

The young fighter was also looking forward to it.

After these four battles, he could eat a huge feast.

Although the food was already very good, feasts opened up a much wider world~

The first challenger arrived at the entrance of Veilstone Gym at 09:01 sharp.

Kai invited him in and, according to the information registered in advance, told him this would be a two-on-two match.

The challenger took a deep breath.

"I’m ready. We can begin anytime."

Kai nodded.

"Please follow me."

When they arrived at the battlefield, Julian was already waiting there.

He released Combusken first. The Pokémon’s gaze burned, full of fighting spirit.

The challenger could not help sighing inwardly.

As expected of Gym Leader Veyne’s Pokémon

The challenger threw his Poké Ball.

"Go, Golduck!"

He had originally only wanted to use Golduck’s Psychic-type moves to target Veilstone Gym’s Fighting Pokémon.

Unexpectedly, he had run into Combusken.

This was simply double happiness!

"Water Gun!"

The challenger struck first. Golduck spat a high-pressure water jet straight at Combusken.

"Quick Attack. Get close!"

Combusken’s figure blurred, dragging out an afterimage as he sidestepped the attack. In the blink of an eye, he closed in on Golduck and slammed an elbow into its ribs.

Golduck grunted and staggered back.

The challenger widened his eyes, unable to believe Combusken’s speed was actually this fast.

"Sky Uppercut!"

Julian swung his arm and gave the order.

"Golduck, hurry and use Water Gun!"

Combusken pushed off the ground, leaving a deep footprint behind.

His fist shot upward from below, aiming directly at Golduck’s jaw. The latter hurriedly spat out Water Gun, but the force of the punch tore through the water stream!

Bang!

A single uppercut sent Golduck blasting into the air, and it crashed down like a kite with its string cut.

For the sake of winning a feast, Combusken erupted with unprecedented strength.

Golduck landed. After carefully observing, Kai waved the flag.

"Golduck is unable to battle. Combusken wins!"

The challenger could not believe his Golduck had been knocked out in two moves.

Was Golduck in poor condition today?

He recalled Golduck and released a Noctowl with glossy feathers.

"Noctowl, Air Slash!"

"Flamethrower!"

Noctowl’s wings flapped rapidly, and blades of wind howled towards Combusken. He opened his mouth and spat out blazing flames. The two moves collided, exploding into thick smoke.

"Noctowl, clear the smoke, then use Air Slash again!"

Noctowl beat its wings fiercely.

The instant the smoke dispersed—

"Now! Sky Uppercut!"

Combusken shot upward like a rocket, his fist aimed directly at Noctowl’s abdomen. Caught off guard, Noctowl was punched into the steel beam of the ceiling. The metal support gave a groan under the pressure.

"Noctowl!"

Fortunately, Noctowl and its Trainer had some bond between them.

Before falling to the ground, Noctowl pulled itself together and flapped back into the air.

Joy appeared on the challenger’s face.

"Extrasensory!"

Noctowl struggled to release a psychic wave. Invisible energy sent Combusken tumbling.

But after rolling to the ground, he immediately sprang back up, the fighting spirit in his eyes burning even brighter.

"Fire Punch — jump then strike!"

Borrowing the power generation method of Sky Uppercut, Combusken leapt.

His right fist ignited with flame, turning into a red meteor as it smashed down.

"Block with Wing Attack!"

Noctowl barely used its wing to block. With a hiss, the smell of burnt feathers spread.

A burning pain immediately came from its wing.

The challenger noticed the abnormality when Noctowl flapped.

Panic instantly appeared.

With its wing burned and its aerial advantage gone, Noctowl would find it very difficult to fight Combusken.

"Extrasensory!"

With the wing injured, the challenger could only hope Extrasensory could take him down.

"Run!"

"Fire Punch!"

When Combusken’s sharp claws, wrapped in flames, struck Noctowl’s head with Fire Punch, it crashed to the ground and fainted.

The challenger looked dejected.

This Combusken was fast, strong, and could jump high.

It was not that Golduck had not worked hard.

It was that Combusken was too abnormal.

Julian came in front of the challenger.

"Your problem is a lack of confidence. And the reason you lack confidence is that your training with your Pokémon is insufficient."

"Go and carry out a long enough, strict enough training session. Make things hard for yourself. You’ll welcome a transformation."

The challenger bowed.

"I understand. Thank you for the guidance, Gym Leader Veyne."

After sending off the first challenger, Julian treated Combusken, then gave him half a portion of food and a bottle of Moomoo Milk.

Once the young fighter finished eating, most of his stamina had already recovered.

After another half-hour of rest, his condition was fully restored.

Julian nodded in satisfaction.

As expected of a glutton. Combusken’s vitality really was vigorous.

At 10:31, the second challenger arrived at the Gym on time.

Combusken still opened the battle. This challenger sent out Dodrio.

They were both flightless birds.

"Drill Peck, triple strike!"

Three heads used Drill Peck together. This was his finishing move!

"Fire Punch — cannon style!"

Dodrio’s three heads stabbed forward like spinning drills, but Combusken advanced instead of retreating.

He lowered his waist, gathered strength, and pulled his right fist back like a drawn bow. Flames instantly wrapped around his entire arm. The moment Dodrio approached, he punched out!

Boom—!

The air rumbled. All three of Dodrio’s beaks cried out in pain as its body flew back ten metres and embedded deeply into the wall.

The challenger’s eyes widened.

No, hold on...

How is Combusken this strong?

Julian was also somewhat surprised. Combusken’s strength had indeed exceeded his expectations a little.

Could it be that at this stage, Combusken’s physical strength increased greatly?

Yesterday, his strength did not seem this great yet.

Julian nodded. It should be related to the feast he had promised.

The temptation of delicious food made Combusken desire victory from the bottom of his heart.

The food he ate every day had transformed into his current strength.

After evolving, Combusken’s talent was gradually beginning to show.

Although he was ultimately defeated, his performance still left an indelible shadow in the hearts of all four challengers.

Today’s Gym challenges completely became Combusken’s solo show.

His performance made the challengers deeply understand what a scorching fighting spirit was.

The final challenger bowed to Julian.

"Gym Leader Veyne, I understand now. I’ll learn from Combusken!"

Julian blinked, somewhat puzzled.

What did you understand?

Still, he nodded.

"Not bad. Work hard!"

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