Chapter 95: Future Warrior Lucario (1)

The arrival of Naga made the situation in the Orange Islands even worse. Klein made a decisive move—just as Lucario unleashed Dark Pulse toward Naga and Komon, Wailord also sprang into action.

Wailord executed its full-power Hydro Pump, sending a massive torrent of water that shattered the entire Flyer. The aircraft, now plummeting toward the ocean, along with the confrontation involving Naga, escalated the intensity of the battle.

Lucario, wielding two specialized short-barreled guns, radiated an aura far stronger than before.

"This Lucario… it's even more powerful than four years ago."

Naga's remark was met with silence from Klein. The violent energy rippling across the ocean surface symbolized the continuous amplification between Lucario and the two Pokémon in its hands, enhancing their strength in unison.

Komon, standing as an observer, remained on the sidelines and did not join the battle. In a flash, Lucario surged forward, unleashing a furious wave of psychic energy.

But suddenly, a dark shadow coalesced—Gengar made a forceful entrance. The shadows around it expanded into a massive web, blocking Klein's assault. However, in an instant, the psychic energy transformed into a massive surge, piercing through the defense and striking directly at Gengar's core.

The shadows twisted as Gengar narrowly evaded the blow. Yet, before it could react, Lucario had already appeared before it, its short-barreled gun aimed right at Gengar's forehead. With a thunderous blast of Dark Pulse, Gengar was instantly incapacitated.

Out of nowhere, another shadow emerged—the second Gengar, utilizing its Mirror Property, formed a glowing energy attack and lunged at Lucario. However, one of Lucario's guns swiftly adjusted its angle and fired a powerful Water Pulse.

With a sharp crack, Gengar was heavily wounded and staggered backward. At that moment, Wailord let out a thunderous roar, causing the sea surface to tremble as raging waves surged forward.

Wailord, reigning supreme in the ocean, was a massive behemoth capable of leveling an entire city.

The fierce waves surged toward Gengar, who tried to dodge, but the powerful currents and whirlpools left it with nowhere to move.

Seizing this opening, Lucario appeared before Gengar once more. The two blue Pokémon in its hands emitted a unique energy, surrounding Lucario in an aura of pulsating waves. In a flash, Lucario's Dark Pulse transformed into a massive sphere of darkness—then detonated!

"A Pokémon that enhances Lucario's power and boosts its attacks severalfold… Could it be Clawitzer? A genius-level tactical fusion."

Even Naga, as formidable as he was, was stunned by Klein's innovative strategy. No one had ever considered pairing Lucario with Clawitzer before.

Clad in the same blue hue as Lucario, the Clawitzer attached to Lucario's arms resembled a futuristic piece of combat technology. Their massive claws, capable of firing high-pressure water blasts, were strong enough to pierce the hull of a cargo ship.

Clawitzer could also propel itself by shooting water from the rear of its claws, allowing it to swim at a breakneck speed of 60 knots.

Though they appeared to be tightly gripped by Lucario, the Clawitzer were actually controlled through a special psychic link, with countless strands of blue photon-like energy intertwining around Lucario's arms, forming a complete tactical synchronization.

Compared to the combination of Cradily and Tyranitar, which maximized battlefield control, Lucario and the two Clawitzer focused on elevating their special attack to the absolute limit.

The Clawitzer on Lucario's right hand used "Follow Me", granting Lucario and itself the Mega Launcher ability.

The Clawitzer on Lucario's left hand used "Helping Hand", further boosting Lucario's offensive power.

With Helping Hand and three Mega Launcher Pokémon working in unison, Klein had devised the ultimate Super Warrior Battle Strategy, centering everything around Lucario.

For the first time, Naga's usual playful smirk disappeared. He recalled his fallen Gengar and swiftly tossed out a unique Poké Ball.

Komon, watching from the sidelines, quipped, "On the ocean, sheer numbers aren't necessarily an advantage. Are you sure this is enough to take on that Lucario?"

Naga, after a brief exchange of blows, had already realized how difficult it was to defeat the Elite Four member in this situation. He smirked. "Of course. Because this is my strongest partner."

"You really have no fear, do you?"

A blazing firestorm erupted into the sky, igniting the ocean's surface. Under Naga's command, a Volcarona, wreathed in furious flames, danced in a dazzling display of power.

As countless embers rained down, Wailord made its move. With a slight tremor of its massive body, it channeled a special stream of water toward Lucario—activating Soak!

Lucario's entire being transformed as its type shifted to Water.

Now bathed in a soft blue glow, Lucario's twin guns flickered, forming two powerful spheres of water that were then fired at an astonishing speed.

"Water Pulse!"

The forceful surge of water scattered the incoming embers, transforming into twin torrents that rushed toward Naga.

"Volcarona, Quiver Dance!"

In an instant, Volcarona's body flickered, and as it activated Quiver Dance, numerous afterimages danced in the air. Meanwhile, Lucario spun rapidly, and under the Mega Launcher boost, Water Pulse compressed into countless energy bullets, unleashing a relentless barrage.

The continuous volley of water-based energy, amplified by Mega Launcher, flooded the entire battlefield. Volcarona, its speed increasing with each Quiver Dance, found itself struggling to evade the barrage.

As the powerful energy waves clashed over the ocean, Naga found himself facing a tougher battle than expected.

The rookie trainer he once dismissed had now grown to such an astonishing level.

Even his strongest Volcarona was struggling against Lucario's assault. Naga chuckled wryly. "It seems that in an ocean battle… I really can't beat this young Elite Four member."

"Even on land, you wouldn't have much of an edge. If you think you can't win, then retreat—there's no need for a futile struggle here."

Suddenly, the waters churned violently. Komon and his Empoleon appeared, followed by a horde of Ghost-type Pokémon.

Could these be the remnants of Naga's Ghost Army?

Although Team Malice and the Naga clan had been wiped out, their Ghost-type forces still lingered, with a portion now under Komon's command. Recognizing their disadvantage, Komon made a swift decision, releasing over a dozen Ghost Pokémon to cover their retreat.

Shadows surged toward Lucario—Ghost Pokémon sacrificing themselves without hesitation, unleashing Curse and Explosion in waves.

Against this overwhelming swarm, Lucario's eyes locked onto them coldly.

"Foresight!"

With a flash of insight, Lucario's eyes gleamed, while the two Clawitzer at its sides propelled themselves with powerful jets of water, allowing Lucario to move fluidly and evade the Ghost Pokémon's attacks.

Foresight Complete!

With this ability activated, Ghost Pokémon could now be struck by Normal and Fighting-type moves.

In an instant, Lucario and the Clawitzer unleashed a storm of Aura Spheres. Enhanced by the Mega Launcher ability, the energy blasts surged forward in an overwhelming barrage, tearing through the enemy ranks.

Amidst the blinding flashes of light, the Ghost Pokémon collapsed one after another, falling into the ocean.

During the chaos, Naga and Komon had vanished. Clearly, realizing they couldn't defeat Klein on the open sea, they chose to retreat.

"Looks like Team Malice's Triangle Slate seal has been broken…"

Naga, I will capture you again—no matter what it takes!