"Magnezone has lost its combat ability! The situation for the Royal Masked Man is becoming extremely unfavorable; I wonder how he will attempt to turn the tide?"
Kukui has already lost three Pokémon, and even his Incineroar is not in top condition.
On the other hand, Natsuhiko has only lost an Infernape. Though Togekiss was severely injured under Magnezone's "Thunder" attack, at least it can still fight, right?
So Natsuhiko's advantage is quite apparent.
Kukui's expression was solemn; he knew he had already fallen into a disadvantage.
Togekiss's control ability was somewhat beyond his expectations.
But the battle must continue.
We need to take advantage of Togekiss's current weakened state and take it down.
Otherwise, the subsequent battles will become very difficult.
Thinking about the Pokémon he has left, Kukui's gaze grew even more determined.
He threw out a Pokeball.
Keee—!!
A powerful and fierce cry streaked through the air, accompanied by a fierce gust, the bright red feathers fluttering and clashing, and the menacing claws shining with a gleam.
"The Royal Masked Man's fifth Pokémon, Braviary!!"
The sharp eagle eyes locked onto Togekiss.
"Togekiss, Coquettish." Natsuhiko shouted.
"Chaa—kwee~~"
Togekiss repetitively assumed a pitiful look towards Braviary.
In Braviary's resolute eyes flashed a brief softening but quickly resolved under Kukui's voice.
"Braviary, Revenge!"
Revenge: If a comrade within a period falls and loses fighting ability, the technique power doubles.
In an instant.
Amid the raging wind, Braviary spread its wings and dashed out at extreme speed, charging at Togekiss.
As if to tear it apart to avenge Magnezone.
Natsuhiko's expression paused slightly.
"Takeover."
Togekiss turned into a white light, narrowly evading Braviary's attack which could have been deadly if it hit.
"Braviary, Bodybuilding!"
Seeing Togekiss being recalled, Kukui was not regretful but swiftly adjusted his strategy.
Braviary's imposing and majestic body posed in the air, with a continuous force surging from within, the momentum climbing rapidly.
Natsuhiko didn't delay either, throwing out a Pokeball.
"Oss—"
"Natsuhiko chooses to switch Pokémon again, bringing Latios into play!"
Latios inherited Togekiss's "Trick" enhancement upon entering, greatly boosting its Special Attack ability.
"Latios, Light Wall!"
Natsuhiko didn't choose to let Latios directly attack but opted for a relatively conservative strategy.
He already held the upper hand, just like when battling Flint.
By utilizing this advantage, slowly wearing down the opponent suffices, no need to eagerly rush, otherwise, it might turn tables.
"Another Bodybuilding!"
Kukui narrowed his eyes.
A double "Bodybuilding" merely offset the Physical Attack reduction caused by Togekiss's "Coquettish".
Luckily, it also provided a boost in Physical Defense.
However.
Facing Latios, the Physical Defense boost seemed somewhat redundant.
"Clean Radiance!"
Latios spewed a pure, white beam, sweeping towards the Warrior Falcon.
Kukui waved grandly, his attitude particularly resolute, "Braviary, Brave Bird Fierce Attack!"
All of a sudden.
A bright blue energy enveloped Braviary, seemingly enlarging its body several times over a short span, charging headlong against the "Clean Radiance".
Boom—!!
The clash of two energies burst forth a surging air current.
Yet Braviary forcefully withstood the impact from "Clean Radiance," continuing its advance toward Latios.
Even its movement not only didn't slow but got faster and faster.
The fierce nature was fully awakened.
Even as the blue coat enveloping it gradually dissipated under the constant baptism of "Clean Radiance," making its feathers charred.
Boom!!
Braviary still successfully raided right in front of Latios.
Penetrating through the obstruction of the bright white "Light Wall," its sharp claws held Latios's head, slamming it to the ground.
Fierce and unparalleled.
Natsuhiko's expression turned grim.
Kukui's Braviary holds an exceptional Attacking power.
It surpasses a typical Braviary's state.
Thus its trait must be "Forcefully."
It might even be carrying a "Life Treasure Pearl," further enhancing its abilities.
He urgently stated in a deep voice:
"Latios, Frozen Wind!"
Held tightly on the head, Latios couldn't struggle free.
The more it struggled, the tighter the claw, as sharp as fangs, grasped, making it hard for its Dragon Scales to resist.
Nonetheless, under Natsuhiko's cue, Latios spit out a chilling wind.
In an instant, white crystals were left on Braviary's feathers and claws.
Braviary's speed was forced to slow, its claws stiffened.
Allowing Latios to break free, avoiding unnecessary collisions.
Phew—
Latios let out a long breath.
And so did Braviary on the opposing side.
The two Pokémon faced each other.
Almost simultaneously, approaching each other, clashing sounds arose unceasingly.
White beams and bright blue energies continuously intersected and rubbed in the sky, sparking sparks.
"Braviary, Brave Bird Fierce Attack again!"
Seizing the chance to part during the clash, Kukui didn't hesitate to choose the same.
The heavily breathing Braviary held its breath, on its continuously shaking wings, some of its bright red feathers have turned black.
Latios's "Clean Radiance" wasn't for naught, reducing Braviary's Special Defense.