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Chapter 293: Kanto Strikes Back

The third match officially began.

From the Kanto side, it was Lt. Surge of the Vermilion Gym.

Representing Johto was Bugsy of the Azalea Gym.

On the battlefield, Bugsy's tall and fierce Scyther spread its wings sharply, while beside Lt. Surge stood an equally imposing Electabuzz.

Both Pokémon had reached Gym-level strength.

Pokémon: Electabuzz

Attribute: Electric

Category: Electric Pokémon

Ability: Static

Hidden Ability: Vital Spirit

Strength: Gym Peak

Potential: Elite

Pokémon: Scyther

Attribute: Bug/Flying

Category: Mantis Pokémon

Ability: Swarm

Hidden Ability: Steadfast

Strength: High Gym Level

Potential: Elite

The moment the two combat-focused Pokémon appeared, the audience erupted into cheers.

Compared to tactical or defensive battles, fights between aggressive close-combat Pokémon were always the most exciting to watch.

Lt. Surge made the first move.

"Quick Attack into Thunder Punch!"

Electric sparks burst around Electabuzz as it lunged forward at incredible speed.

Its fists became blurs of yellow lightning as punch after punch rained down toward Scyther.

Bugsy immediately responded.

"Fury Cutter!"

Scyther's razor-sharp scythes swung rapidly, clashing head-on against Electabuzz's punches.

Sparks exploded continuously across the battlefield.

For a moment, neither side gave way.

Suddenly, Scyther jumped backward and spread its wings.

"Wing Attack!"

The blade-like wings sliced downward violently.

Electabuzz barely dodged using another burst of speed.

The crowd gasped.

Neither Pokémon moved for a brief second.

Then Scyther lowered its stance strangely.

Su Mu narrowed his eyes immediately.

"Focus Energy."

As someone who owned a Scyther himself, Su Mu understood Bugsy's strategy instantly.

The next attack would become significantly more dangerous.

Sure enough—

Scyther's wings vibrated violently as it shot forward like a green flash.

"X-Scissor!"

A giant X-shaped slash tore through the air.

The next moment, Scyther had already appeared behind Electabuzz.

A deep cross-shaped wound appeared across Electabuzz's body.

Lt. Surge's expression finally became serious.

Close combat against Scyther was clearly disadvantageous.

"Pull back!"

Electabuzz retreated instantly.

Then electricity surged violently around its body.

"Shock Wave!"

A pulse of electricity blasted toward Scyther.

"Thunderbolt!"

Another bolt followed immediately after.

Electric currents wrapped around Scyther's body, causing it to cry out in pain.

Lt. Surge's eyes brightened.

Ranged attacks were working.

He immediately pressed the advantage, preparing to overwhelm Scyther with continuous electric attacks.

But unexpectedly—

Despite enduring the electricity, Scyther charged straight through the attacks.

At that moment, its Hidden Ability activated.

Steadfast!

The paralysis and pain only sharpened its momentum.

In an instant, Scyther closed the distance again.

Another X-Scissor slashed downward.

But this time—

It missed.

Static electricity crackled around Electabuzz's body.

Its Ability had activated.

Static!

The surrounding electrical field interfered with Scyther's movements just enough to disrupt the attack.

The crowd exploded with excitement.

This kind of back-and-forth close combat was exactly what they wanted to see.

Lt. Surge grinned fiercely.

"You want close combat? Then let's fight head-on!"

Electricity erupted wildly around Electabuzz.

Its Hidden Ability activated as well.

Vital Spirit!

With another burst of speed, Electabuzz charged forward fearlessly.

Meanwhile, Scyther's Ability, Swarm, also activated under pressure.

Now both Pokémon had entered full combat mode.

"Thunder Punch!"

"Air Slash!"

"Discharge!"

"Double Hit!"

Explosions echoed continuously across the arena.

The battle intensified further and further.

Gradually, however, Electabuzz began falling behind in direct close combat.

With Steadfast boosting its momentum, Scyther gained the upper hand.

"Electabuzz, retreat!"

Lt. Surge suddenly shouted.

Electric sparks flashed as Electabuzz rapidly pulled back.

This time, Scyther did not chase.

Lt. Surge raised his hand confidently.

"This next move decides everything!"

Electricity began gathering violently above Electabuzz.

"Thunder!"

Dark clouds formed overhead instantly.

Bugsy's expression also turned serious.

"It's not over yet!"

Scyther raised its twin scythes.

"Swords Dance!"

The blades swung rapidly, forming sharp silver afterimages around its body.

Electricity roared.

Blade energy surged.

The two ultimate attacks collided head-on.

BOOM!!!

A massive explosion shook the battlefield.

Smoke spread everywhere.

When the dust finally settled—

Scyther collapsed to the ground first.

Meanwhile, Electabuzz remained standing, though barely.

Its entire body was covered in injuries.

The referee immediately raised the flag.

"Scyther is unable to battle! Electabuzz wins!"

"Kanto scores its first point!"

The entire stadium erupted into cheers instantly.