047 The Collision of Water and Fire! An Incredible Outcome
"How is this possible?! My Poliwag is a Water-type Pokémon it perfectly restrains Torchic! How did you defeat it with a single Flamethrower?!"
The student from No. 1 Middle School stood frozen, eyes wide in disbelief. His mind refused to accept the outcome as he shook his head repeatedly, unwilling to acknowledge his loss.
Qin Yun glanced at him and let out a small sigh. This guy won't go far as a trainer, he thought. If he can't even handle a single setback, then all the talent and resources in the world won't change his fate.
"Next," Qin Yun said flatly.
To him, battles weren't determined by typing alone. If that were the case, Pokémon battles wouldn't require skill,just a simple chart of strengths and weaknesses.
Still, he knew that his victory had been a harsh lesson for his opponent. It wasn't just about winning; he and the other trainers were still young, and the mental impact of losing in such a decisive way could shape the future of their rivals.
"Shameful… I'll go next," another student from No. 1 Middle School stepped onto the stage. His face was tense, his fists clenched.
"Jin Yuan-senpai…!" someone from the crowd called out.
The defeated student turned pale upon hearing that name.
"Step aside," Jin Yuan said coldly. "If your strength isn't enough, don't embarrass yourself."
The younger student hesitated for a moment, then bit his lip and ran off the stage. He could feel the mocking gazes on him. One day… I'll get my revenge!
"Jin Yuan has entered the match already? That was fast," Wang Qiu muttered as he watched from the stands.
Seeing Qin Yun effortlessly defeat a No. 1 Middle School student filled Wang Qiu with satisfaction, but he knew that first opponent wasn't even in the same league as Jin Yuan. The earlier student might have been decent, but Wang Qiu could have beaten him himself.
Jin Yuan, however, was on a different level.
Jin Yuan was a student from the Rocket Class, an elite group known for its cutthroat training and exceptional Pokémon. His skills were dangerous, and he was a top-tier competitor even among the best.
Wang Qiu knew firsthand he had battled Jin Yuan before. He had won, but only because his Ivysaur had a natural advantage against Water-types. Even then, it had been a grueling match.
But Qin Yun had already bested Wang Qiu, and that meant his strength was on another level entirely.
"Still… I hope he uses Fomantis for this fight," Wang Qiu thought, worried.
Jin Yuan was only the second challenger. If the Rocket Class was sending out its stronger members so soon, then even tougher opponents were still waiting to take the stage.
"Jiang Cheng No. 1 Middle School, Jin Yuan," the new challenger introduced himself.
He exuded confidence borderline arrogance.
"Bring it on," Qin Yun said, unfazed.
Jin Yuan frowned slightly. He's not intimidated at all?
A sneer curled on his lips. "Hmph. I thought you'd send out your Fomantis. Or are you afraid? I heard your Fomantis defeated Wang Qiu's Ivysaur, so I was hoping to test myself against it."
Qin Yun just stared at him, unimpressed. "Too much talking."
He turned toward the referee, silently signaling to begin the match.
Jin Yuan's expression darkened. "Tch… You'll regret this."
He grabbed a Poké Ball from his belt and threw it. "Come out, Wartortle!"
A flash of light revealed a sturdy, battle-hardened Wartortle. It stood tall, its fluffy tail twitching slightly as it sized up its opponent.
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Pokémon: Wartortle
Type: Water
Ability: Torrent (When HP drops below one-third, Water-type moves gain 1.5× power.)
Strength: Peak Entry Level
Potential: High
Moves: Tackle, Water Gun, Withdraw, Water Pulse, Rapid Spin
Pokédex Entry: Wartortle, the Turtle Pokémon. It evolves from Squirtle and is known for its long lifespan. Its fluffy tail is a sign of its experience in battle.
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Qin Yun's eyes narrowed slightly. Peak entry-level strength… This battle won't be easy for Torchic.
But that was exactly what he wanted.
Torchic needed real battle experience, not just one-sided wins. For Qin Yun, this was an opportunity.
"The match begins in ten seconds. Please confirm your Pokémon," the referee instructed, primarily looking at Qin Yun.
Most assumed he would switch to Fomantis after all, the type advantage was obvious.
"Match start!"
To everyone's shock, Qin Yun didn't switch. He kept Torchic on the field.
"What? He's not changing Pokémon?"
"Does he think Fomantis isn't strong enough to beat Wartortle? Is he trying to weaken Wartortle first before switching?"
"That must be it! Otherwise, there's no logical reason to use Torchic against a Water-type."
Wang Qiu furrowed his brow. He knew Qin Yun well enough to doubt that theory. Could he actually believe Torchic can win?
No… That's impossible… Right?
The battle began.
Jin Yuan laughed. "Good, good! You're underestimating me? Fine I'll make you pay for it!"
"Wartortle, Water Gun!"
A powerful burst of water shot toward Torchic. Unlike Poliwag's attack, this was the move of a trained fighter a precise, high-pressure blast.
But Qin Yun remained calm.
"Torchic, Flamethrower!"
The crowd gasped.
He's trying to use fire against water again?!
"Is he insane?" Jin Yuan sneered.
Flamethrower and Water Gun collided mid-air. Steam exploded across the battlefield, momentarily obscuring both Pokémon.
The audience held their breath.
"Did he block it?"
"No way, right? That's a Water Gun from a peak entry-level Wartortle!"
"But his Torchic's Flamethrower is insanely strong…!"
Jin Yuan's smirk faded. "Tch! Evenly matched?! Impossible!"
The steam finally cleared, revealing Torchic still standing, its feathers smoldering with residual heat.
Qin Yun smiled.
The downside of the Burn-Burn Fruit is that water can extinguish its flames. But… only if the water is strong enough.
Regular Water Gun attacks wouldn't cut it.
"Torchic, increase power!" Qin Yun commanded.
Torchic chirped loudly, eyes gleaming with determination.
The flames around its body burned hotter. Its tiny wings flickered if anyone looked closely, they would see something incredible.
Torchic's hands were no longer solid.
They were flames.
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