Chapter:41

"Roar!"

Charmeleon opened its mouth wide, releasing a blazing dragon flame upon Satoshi's command.

Although it was a Fire-type Pokémon, [Dragon Rage] was a Dragon-type move, and its damage wouldn't be halved against Rock-type Pokémon.

The intense flames collided with the barrage of rocks Onix sent flying, reducing them to ashes. Despite the volume and speed of the rocks, Charmeleon's [Dragon Rage] held its ground, consuming only minimal energy to incinerate them all.

"I forgot about that move," Brock muttered, his expression tightening. "But this is just defense. You can't win by defending alone. Don't you understand? If you defend for too long, you're bound to lose."

He quickly issued his next command.

"Onix, [Rock Polish]!"

Onix began twisting its massive body, polishing its rocky surface until it gleamed.

[Rock Polish]: A move that reduces air resistance, drastically increasing speed.

Charmeleon continued to fend off the falling rocks with [Dragon Rage], unaware that Onix had finished polishing itself and was now gleaming like a jewel under the gym's lights.

"Now, while Charmeleon is still reacting to the rocks, use [Tackle]!"

"Roar!"

Onix roared and launched itself at Charmeleon with incredible speed. Its massive size and newfound agility made the charge seem unstoppable.

Although [Tackle] was a basic move, the sheer size and weight of Onix, combined with its momentum, made it devastating. If the move landed, Charmeleon would be in serious trouble.

But Satoshi remained calm.

"Charmeleon, [Double Team]!"

The massive Onix rushed forward, its target locked onto Charmeleon.

However, as it closed the distance, Onix went straight through its opponent, only to realize it was an illusion.

"This is... [Double Team]?! When did he..." Brock's eyes widened in shock.

"Too late," Satoshi said with a confident smirk. "You've walked right into my trap!"

"Charmeleon, use [Scary Face], then finish it with [Iron Tail]!"

Charmeleon appeared from behind one of the scattered rocks, leaping high into the air. As Onix turned to face it, Charmeleon glared down with an intimidating expression.

[Scary Face]: A skill that terrifies opponents, greatly reducing their speed.

Onix, despite its massive size and newfound agility, froze momentarily under the effect of [Scary Face].

Brock gritted his teeth. "There's no time to retreat now. Onix, counter with [Rocket Headbutt]!"

Onix roared, curling its body in preparation. Its head began glowing as it charged energy, readying itself for a powerful counterattack.

But Charmeleon was already in motion.

Instead of launching directly into [Iron Tail], it began spinning in mid-air, mimicking the movement of a [Flame Wheel].

Brock's jaw dropped. "Wait... is it using [Dragon Rage] while charging [Iron Tail]? That's... unbelievable!"

As Charmeleon spun, it unleashed bursts of dragon flames from its mouth, pelting Onix with continuous attacks. At the same time, the glow on its tail intensified, indicating it was still charging [Iron Tail].

Satoshi crossed his arms and smirked. "Charmeleon's been training this combination for a while now. It's not perfect yet, but it's effective."

The onslaught of flames left Onix struggling to maintain its composure. Although Brock's Pokémon was sturdy, the repeated hits from [Dragon Rage] were taking their toll.

Realizing that completing the charge for [Rocket Headbutt] would only leave Onix vulnerable to more damage, Brock made a desperate call.

"Onix, cancel the charge! Use [Rocket Headbutt] now!"

Obeying its trainer, Onix stopped stockpiling energy and launched itself straight at Charmeleon.

The massive rock snake barreled forward, its glowing head aiming directly for its opponent.

"Charmeleon, stop [Dragon Rage] and focus on [Iron Tail]!"

Charmeleon complied, ceasing its flames and concentrating all its energy into its tail. The spinning motion intensified as it prepared for the final clash.

The two Pokémon collided with an earth-shaking impact.

Onix's powerful charge and Charmeleon's spinning [Iron Tail] met in a blinding explosion of energy.

The dust settled to reveal the outcome.

Charmeleon stood its ground, panting but steady. Onix, on the other hand, lay sprawled across the battlefield, its massive body motionless.

"Onix is unable to battle!" the referee announced. "Charmeleon is the winner!"

To be continued...

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