(Next Morning)

Serena wakes up and stretches her arms while yawning. She then smiles and turns to face Ash. However, Ash is not there to her surprise.

"Where did he go?" Serena says out loud while getting out of bed. She puts on her slippers and goes out of the bedroom.

"Ash where are you?" Serena calls out but no response comes.

"Braixen Braix," Braixen says.

"Oh, good morning to you Braixen," Serena says while petting her evolved starter Pokemon.

"Do you know where Ash is?" Serena asks Braixen.

"Braixen" Braixen says while nodding.

"Alright lead the way," Serena says.

Braixen leads Serena out of the building to a clearing next to the lake in the campus of KIP. There Serena sees Ash training with Pikachu, Charizard, Torterra and some other Pokemon she doesn't recognize.

Serena walks over towards them. Suddenly out of nowhere a Noctowl comes and sits on her shoulder making her jump. After a while, she calms down and realizes that Noctowl is only displaying its affection. She pets Noctowl and laughs.

"That's no small feat getting Noctowl to get so comfortable with you Serena," Ash walks towards her while wiping his sweat with his towel.

"Hi Ash. I see you left early to train for your match. I am sorry I didn't mean to interrupt," Serena quickly says.

"Nonsense. How can you ever be a hindrance Sere?" Ash says before gulping down all the water from his water bottle.

Serena meanwhile is in a daze, she can't help but stare at his toned body and biceps. She starts to blush uncontrollably at his sweaty smoking hot body and gets lost in her thoughts.

"Now that I think of it, you haven't met my Pokemon. Have you?" Ash says which jerks Serena back into reality.

"No. I haven't as a matter of fact," Serena says before saunters her way over to Ash.

Ash takes Serena's hand and announces, "Hey guys, this is Serena. She is my girlfriend."

Charizard grins at Ash and lets loose a flamethrower at his head.

"Thought that might happen," Ash blankly comments before falling on the floor with a soot-covered face and swirly eyes.

Serena looks in shock as Ash gets up, cleans itself, walks over to Charizard and then proceeds to hug him.

"Oh, don't worry Serena. That is my Charizard's way of showing affection. Come here. Don't be afraid. He might look intimidating at first but he is quite gentle."

Serena hesitatingly walks over to Charizard but after an encouraging look from Ash slowly raises her hands and then pets Charizard. Charizard blushes while Serena smiles at him and immediately starts to tickle her by licking her face. Ash's jaw drops as all his Pokemon join Charizard as they lick and tickle Serena. Serena laughs hysterically as she fails to have them stop by repeatedly telling them to stop.

'Amazing. I have been with them longer than anyone. She's just met them, but I guess nothing like a pretty lady to make them all forget that.' Ash thinks as he watches Serena laugh like uncontrollably.

"All right! That is enough. The only one who gets to tickle Serena like that is me," Ash says while recalling everyone to their Poke balls.

"Ash. What did you say, just now?" Serena says while smirking.

"Umm. I guess that came out in an untimely manner," Ash says while nervously scratching the back of his head.

"Well I guess in a way that is right, I must say I enjoyed last night, quite a bit," Serena says while hugging Ash in a seductive tone.

Ash gulps and starts blushing uncontrollably.

"So? Do you want to tickle me like that?" Serena whispers into Ash's ear.

She takes a quick look around to ensure no one else is watching. Once her doubts are put to rest, she winks at Ash before proceeding to caress Ash's cheek in a seductive manner. Ash's entire body shakes uncontrollably as Serena's slow-moving finger causes sparks and heat to spread all over his body. Ash, by now is red like a Tomato berry, which causes Serena to smirk.

"Last night was fun but I think it's time to take it to the next level. So if you win then I will grant your wish tonight. That is if you win today. Now let us go back to the apartment," Serena says softly as she drags, the still blushing and dazed, Ash by his hand.

(2 hours later in the KIP Stadium)

"Alright welcome everyone to a brand new day at KIP. Now today the battle between one of my elite four and the school Champion will take place. So KIP are you ready?" Diantha asks via the microphone, only to be greeted by a huge amount of applause and whistling.

"Alright! Without further ado. Will the KIP Champion, make his way to the stage and choose his opponent?" Diantha announces.

Ash quietly walks onto the stage and greets Diantha and the elite four.

"So Ash. Are you all set for your battle?" Diantha asks.

Ash replies by giving a short nod.

"Excellent. Now, choose your opponent," Diantha says while gesturing towards them.

The whole stadium goes silent as they watch, with bated breath, Ash looking at the elite four. After a few moments, Ash calmly walks up to Siebold and says "I challenge you, Siebold."

Siebold smiles and says "I look forward to it young man," while shaking Ash's hand.

Ash and Siebold move towards the battlefield while Diantha and the others move towards the VIP box. Ash is about to reach the battlefield he spots Serena waiting for him. He looks at Siebold. Siebold nods before walking away.

Ash turns to Serena and says "What are you doing here? My match is about to start."

"I know, I just came to give you some good luck before you started battling," Serena says as she gives him a kiss.

"Thanks. But when I win, you owe me much more than a kiss tonight. Remember?" Ash reminds Serena while smirking.

Serena gets confused for a moment. Then she remembers what happened in the morning and she replies "Deal," before walking off.

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(10 minutes later)

"Alright, both trainers, listen up. This will be a four on four battle. No substitutions allowed once the battle commences. The battle will not be over till either side has four Pokemon unable to battle," the referee says.

Both Ash and Siebold nod on hearing this.

"Alright then, both competitors bring out your first Pokemon," Referee shouts.

"Come out my friend," Siebold shouts as he throws his Poke-ball revealing a Blastoise with a stone band attached to its head.

"Charizard! I am counting on you," Ash yells as he throws his Poke-ball.

Suddenly a large fire tornado appears which subsides to reveals a ferocious Charizard which starts roaring and shooting out random flamethrowers.

"Enough," Ash says firmly, hearing which Charizard calms down and ferociously stares back at Blastoise.

"Before we begin. I have two questions, I would like to ask you, young man," Siebold says to Ash's surprise.

"Go ahead," Ash replies deciding there is no harm in answering them.

"My first question, do you consider Pokemon battling an art?" Siebold questions.

"I prefer to let my actions speak for me. Why don't you decide what my philosophy about battling is after we have finished battling?" Ash answers.

"Very well. Now for my second question. Are you really going to use a fire type against my water type Blastoise?" Siebold enquirers.

"Well, my Charizard has already beaten one Blastoise before. You know what they say, don't you? The second time is the charm," Ash replies in a cool tone.

A huge gasp echoes throughout the stadium after Ash's suave answer.

"Very well. Let us begin, you may have the first move young man," Siebold politely offers.

(In the VIP box)

Serena enters and sits on the seat Grace has reserved for her. She thanks Grace and turns her attention back towards the battlefield.

"I think he is making a big mistake using a fire type like Charizard versus a water type like Blastoise. Not to mention Blastoise can mega evolve," Sycamore analyzes the match-up.

"Maybe. But this is Ash we are talking about. Perhaps he chose Charizard with a particular strategy in mind," Malva says.

"Well, we just have to wait and see," Diantha says.

Serena crosses her fingers and looks out while thinking 'Come on Ash. If there is anyone who can beat Siebold in the school it is you. I am counting on you.'

(In the stands)

"I think Ashy-boy has made a grave mistake. Using a Pokemon with a type disadvantage against an elite four is nuts," Gary says.

"Maybe he has a strategy. However, you do have a point. I would have chosen someone like Pikachu or Torterra for this match. Preferably Torterra since I own one," Paul says.

"I think Pikachu is a better alternative than Torterra. He's faster, more powerful and not to mention extremely experiences with a wide move-set," Brock comments which causes Paul and Gary to nod.

"Oh, Ash! Please pull through," Dawn and May pray with their eyes closed.

"Whatever the outcome. This will be one hell of a match," Brock remarks as he sits back in his chair to enjoy the battle.

(Back in the battlefield)

"Alright, Charizard. We need to see at what level the elite four are. Let's test their mettle. Flamethrower now," Ash commands.

Charizard complies and releases a searing Flamethrower.

"Counter with Hydro Pump," Siebold says.

Both attacks meet in mid-air. It seems like a tie but then Hydro Pump overpowers Flamethrower which causes Charizard to fly up and dodge the attack.

(In the VIP Box)

"Wow. I didn't think that Ash will have a Pokemon with a type disadvantage that can match Siebold's Blastoise's Hydro Pump head on for a limited period of time," Wulfric says in an impressed tone.

"You are right. But I don't think it will stay that way for long. Ash's Charizard is exceptionally strong. It has been training nonstop in the Charicific Valley. Flamethrower is just one of the weapons it has in its arsenal. The real battle is yet to begin," Oak chuckles while keeping his hands folded.

"Maybe? But I don't think Siebold's Blastoise is using it's Hydro Pump at full strength either," Diantha replies with a proud smile.

"Well, we will just have wait to see who comes out on top in this confrontation," Wikstrom says.

(Back in the battlefield)

"Now Charizard, use Fire Spin," Ash orders. Charizard releases a much thicker jet of flames which hurtle towards Blastoise.

"Counter with Hydro Pump," Siebold responds.

Everyone is surprised to see that this exchange of moves is tied.

"Well! Your Blastoise is very strong Siebold," Ash observes.

"Thank you, Ash. I can say the same for your Charizard. Not many Fire-types can stand up against my Blastoise's Hydro Pump."

"Thank you... However, this still isn't my Charizard's full power," Ash smirks to Siebold's confusion.

"Charizard give it everything you have got!" Ash shouts at the top of his voice. Charizard opens its mouth even more which causes the Fire Spin to increase in diameter.

Siebold gets shocked as he watches the Fire Spin slowly overpowering the Hydro pump before completely overpowering it.

(In the VIP Box)

"No way!" Diantha shouts as she sees Blastoise being slammed into the field while being covered in fire.

"Alright! Way to go, Ash," Serena shouts in excitement.

Serena, Oak and Grace clap hard for Ash.

(Back in the battlefield)

After the Fire Spin subsides, Blastoise stands up with some smoke coming from his body.

"Fire-types maybe weak against water-types but that doesn't mean they can't cause damage," Ash replies with a serious tone.

"Well, young man. You have caught my attention, alright. Your Charizard maybe a little stronger than my Blastoise. However after such a fiery appetizer, we really need to proceed to the main course without further ado," Siebold says while holding a pendant around his neck.

"Alright, Blastoise. Mega Evolve!" Siebold shouts.

Golden lights emerge from the keystone and mega stone. After a while, mega Blastoise stands in front of Charizard with one small side cannon on each arm and one main large cannon on it's back.

"Now let us see you match this. Hydro pump!" Siebold orders.

"Fire Spin at full power Charizard," Ash shouts.

The Hydro pump cuts through the Fire Spin without any problem. Charizard's eyes widen moment before he gets slammed by the Hydro Pump. Ash watches as Charizard is pushed back by the Hydro Pump. After a while, Charizard spreads its wings and flies into the sky.

Ash raises his eyebrows as he analyzes the situation. 'So this is the power of mega evolution and mega launcher ability. I can't face that power head on. But that was to be expected, now for the next part of my plan.'

"Now Charizard, take to the sky," Ash says as he points to the clouds with his finger.

Charizard, who's till now avoiding the Hydro Pump by flying, then suddenly shoots up vertically into the sky. Siebold calmly smiles as he observes Charizard gives another roar as if nothing has happened to it.

(In the VIP Box)

"What speed! How can Pokemon that large, have this much speed?" Malva says.

"This is all due to Charizard's training in the Charicific Valley," Oak replies.

"It may be speedy however it would seem that the tables have turned when it comes to power," Diantha interrupts.

"Perhaps. But just because Siebold is using Mega-Evolution, doesn't mean he will win," Oak replies.

"We shall see," Diantha coolly replies.

Serena on the other hands is shaking with nervousness. But she calms herself down.

"Ash has got this!" she says firmly while making a fist.

"My my. You sure do have a lot of faith in him," Diantha remarks while smiling.

"Of course. I do. Never give up till the end. That is what I have learnt from him," Serena says with a fierceness in her voice.

Diantha smiles and then turns her attention to the battlefield.

(Back on the battlefield)

"Don't let it get away. Use Hydro Pump barrage," Siebold shouts.

Blastoise then uses its three cannons to fire Hydro Pump in small barrage attacks.

"Dodge them all. Then use Dragon Dance," Ash commands.

Charizard daftly dodges all the water attacks and starts dancing in mid-air.

"Very well, why don't you try this on for size. Use Dragon Pulse," Siebold orders, his voice brimming with confidence and a competent smile on his face.

"Dodge it and keep on using Dragon dance," Ash shouts.

Charizard barely manages to dodge the Dragon Pulse.

"What's the deal? You can't win if you don't attack back. Come fight me Pokemon to Pokemon," Siebold says to Ash.

Ash calmly looks back at Siebold. Then he says "Fine. Your wish is granted. Charizard, use Wing Attack and Dragon Claw. Let us see if this Blastoise has what it takes to fight us without Hydro Pump or Dragon Pulse."

Charizard cries as he powers up two green Dragon Claw then rushes at Blastoise with Wing Attack.

"A power play?" Siebold asks with his eyebrow raised before continuing, "Very well, we shall oblige. Use skull bash."

Blastoise tucks its arms back and then launches itself, through the air, towards Charizard at great speed with Skull Bash.

Suddenly Ash smirks, for this is the moment he has been waiting for. Just before Charizard and Blastoise are about to collide he yells "Switch to Aerial Ace! Then use Thunder Punch, both hands."

Siebold's expression turns from smiling to horror as he realizes he has played right into Ash's hands and yells "Blastoise stop."

However, it is to no avail as Charizard disappears for a moment. Then it appears behind Blastoise with both fists coursing with electricity. Before Siebold or Blastoise can do or say anything, Charizard delivers five precise Thunder Punches in quick succession to Blastoise's body.

"Deliver the last one to his head. Then use Will-o-Wisp, point blank range," Ash yells.

Charizard smashes the last Thunder Punch right to Blastoise's face which causes Blastoise to stumble back a few steps.

"Move away to a safe distance," Ash shouts as Charizard spreads its wings.

"Don't let him do that Blastoise, use Hydro Pump," Siebold shouts in a desperate tone.

Ash breathes a sigh of relief as he sees Blastoise trying to use Hydro Pump but can't because it is temporarily paralyzed from the five Thunder Punches. This allows Charizard plenty of time to move to a safe distance.

After a while, Charizard is flying in the air with Mega Blastoise standing on the ground panting with sparks randomly emerging from its body.

"Now keep on using Dragon Dance," Ash commands.

There is stunned silence in the crowd. Everyone is whispering among themselves, wondering who is this trainer?

(In the VIP box)

"Impossible!" All the remaining elite four, professors and Diantha shout in disbelief.

Professor Oak and Grace smile in happiness. Serena is ecstatic as she jumps in the air and starts cheering loudly for Ash.

A few moments later Clemont speaks up "So that was Ash's plan all along. Ingenious. He kept on using Dragon dance to increase Charizard's speed so that it could keep dodging all those long-range attacks of Blastoise and raise its attack power for the perfect moment. He taunted Siebold to use Skull Bash. Then he used Aerial Ace, along with Charizard's increased speed, to come up behind Blastoise to attack. Additionally, Charizard was behind Blastoise so it was relatively protected from Blastoise's attack."

"Not only that Clemont. He also kept Thunder Punch, an electric type move, which is very effective against a water type like Blastoise under wraps the whole time as his ace. He patiently waited till Siebold would drop his guard and then dealt critical damage to Blastoise with those Thunder Punches," Professor Rowan elaborates.

"But why use Will-O-Wisp professor? That doesn't make sense," Clemont asks.

"Even I am confused. We shall have to see," Sycamore replies.

"I know why," Oak says as everyone looks at him.

"Since the beginning of this match, Ash has been playing it like a chess match. Ash purposely allowed Charizard to take that Hydro Pump attack from Siebold's mega evolved Blastoise to accomplish two things. First, to get a measure of how strong mega Blastoise was. Second, to give Siebold a boost of confidence in order for him to drop his guard more easily. When Ash realized that due to type advantage, mega evolution and mega launcher ability Blastoise was a far superior to Charizard. He knew he could not fight Blastoise head on. That is why he used Will-O-Wisp. It may be the weakest of fire type moves but it causes damage over time. Ash plans to keep using Dragon dance to keep his speed up in order to keep evading Blastoise's long-range attacks. Even though Blastoise is still the stronger one in the two that Will-o-Wisp will keep causing damage over time. So if Ash manages to drag the battle out long enough, eventually the scales will tilt in his favour. He just needs to survive till that point. Not to mention those temporary bouts of paralysis from the 6 Thunder Punches will also have an effect" Oak says to the agreement of the other professors present.

"I think you are right. Siebold made his strategy to defeat Ash, based around him facing an opponent with type advantage like Torterra or Pikachu for that matter. But Ash deliberately used a Pokemon with a type disadvantage to make him overconfident and drop his guard. I hate to admit it but Siebold may be in trouble," Diantha says as she analyzes the situation.

"However with all that evading, Charizard will eventually get tired. So if it takes some powerful hits, Charizard may end up losing as well," Malva says.

"True. But you know what they say, Malva. No guts no glory," Wikstrom replies.

(Back in the battlefield)

"I must say it has been two years since I had a challenge like this. You certainly caught me off guard there. But my pride as an elite four is on the line so I won't let you win, at least not without giving you a run for your money. Now Blastoise, use Hydro Pump barrage," Siebold commands.

"Dodge them all and keep on using Dragon Dance," Ash coolly commands.

"Well well. It would seem you keep to intend dodging my attacks in order to counter attack at the opportune time. But I won't let you do that again. Now Blastoise, use Lock on," Siebold shouts.

(In the VIP Box)

"Uh Ow. Ash may be in trouble," Oak suddenly says.

"Why professor?" Serena asks in a concerned tone.

"Because, when a Pokemon uses Lock-On the next attack is a guaranteed hit. No matter what the circumstances," Grace replies in an equally worried tone.

"Ah ha! It would seem Siebold kept an ace up his sleeve as well. You don't become a member of elite four, without being able to fight back," Diantha says with a sense of pride.

(Back in the battlefield)

"Now Blastoise end this match. Use Dragon pulse Maximum Power," Seibold announces.

"Charizard, counter with your own Dragon Pulse," Ash counters.

Both Dragon Pulses meet in the air but Charizard's Dragon pulse gets overpowered quickly.

"Use your wings as a shield. Just like we practised," Ash screams just before it is about to get hit.

Just seconds before the Dragon Pulse is about to hit Charizard it envelopes itself with its wings. An explosion occurs resulting in a dust cloud, a few moments later Charizard drops down to the ground in a free fall.

"It seems, I win this round," Siebold says while smirking. There are sounds of sighs in the stadium. Ash does not react at all. Seconds before Charizard is about to hit the ground he shouts "Now Charizard! Use Aerial Ace and Thunder Punch one more time."

Charizard suddenly opens its eyes, spreads its wings to stabilize its free fall. It shoots towards Blastoise at an incredibly high speed and then smashes Blastoise with a right Thunder Punch.

"But how?" Siebold shouts as Blastoise is sent flying into the ground by the Thunder Punch combo.

The entire stadium immediately comes to life with, cheering and shouting, as the audience cheers ecstatically.

(In the VIP Box)

"How on the earth did Charizard survive that Dragon Pulse without taking visible damage?" Diantha shouts.

The rest of the people in the VIP box are too dumbstruck to say anything.

Oak is the first one to recover. He simply walks over to the computer, present, to rewind the footage and see the collision of Dragon Pulse with Charizard in slow motion. They see mere seconds before the attack hits Charizard's wings start glowing white.

"I see. It used Steel Wing!!" Clemont exclaims.

"Of course, now I see Ash's strategy. He had Charizard use Dragon Pulse to neutralize the excess power that Blastoise's Dragon Pulse had due to the mega evolution and mega launcher ability. Then, seconds before it hit Charizard used a Steel-type move to withstand the remaining Dragon Pulse. Since steel types are effective at resisting Dragon-type moves, Charizard took as minimum damage as possible," Oak says.

"What about that free fall?" Bonnie asks.

"I think that was just a ruse to get Siebold to drop his guard again. And it worked because this time, Charizard managed to get another attack on Blastoise without Siebold not be able to do anything. The gamble paid off it seems," Wulfric remarks.

"But he didn't give any command to use Steel Wing. So how did Charizard use that move?" Grace asks in a confused tone.

"You don't need to give Pokemon command verbally. There are other ways," Oak said.

"That explains it," Serena, who's quietly been listening, suddenly shouts.

"What explains it?" Diantha asks Serena.

"In the morning! Ash left the apartment early for some training. When I went looking for him I saw him make Charizard free fall like that and suddenly recover its balance just before hitting the ground. He planned it as a combination in advance. He knew Siebold had Lock On up his sleeve because he carefully studied Siebold and Diantha's match from two years ago last night. The match where Siebold has Blastoise use Lock-on against Gardevoir," Serena explains.

Everyone gets shocked on hearing this.

(Back in the Battlefield)

"Now! Don't let it breathe. Use Fire Spin with everything you have got," Ash commands.

"Use Rapid Spin to minimize the damage," Siebold yells back, desperation and frustration rife in his voice.

Blastoise's shell rapidly spins which minimizes the damage, much to Ash's chagrin.

"In that case use Dragon Tail to smash that spinning shell on the ground," Ash roars.

Charizard's tail glows green, he turns head over legs mid-air and slams the spinning shell onto the ground.

"Now fly down and finish it off with Blast Burn," Ash shouts in a final tone.

Charizard flies down to the ground, roars and his body starts glowing red.

Suddenly Siebold shouts "Use Skull Bash."

"Oh no! Charizard dodge it," Ash shouts.

But it is too late as Blastoise smashes its head into Charizard, causing him to fall on the ground.

"Finish that Charizard off with Hydro Pump," Siebold roars.

"Dragon Pulse. Everything you have got," Ash roars.

Both fire attacks at the same time. The attacks don't connect. Instead, they just land on their intended targets. Two huge explosions take place. There is stunned silence in the stadium. Everyone watches in rapt silence, eager to see the outcome of the clash. As the smoke clears, Charizard is seen on its knees while barely keeping itself from falling to the ground. It is somehow supporting itself and keeping itself upright with its hands. Blastoise is also barely able to stand but is standing nonetheless. Everyone sighs in disappointment as it seems Blastoise has won the clash of moves.

Both Ash and Siebold are panting. Siebold smiles at Ash and says "I have truly enjoyed our battle, but now it must come to an end. Blastoise finish it off with a final Hydro Pump,"

Ash looks at his injured Charizard who can barely stand up. He knows if this attack hits, it is lights out for Charizard. He just gulps as he sees the Hydro pump forming in Blastoise's cannons. Too scared to see what will happen, he shuts his eyes. He waits. He waits. But nothing happens. He slowly opens his eyes to see electricity sparkling from Blastoise's body.

'Of course! It must be a result of the Thunder Punches Blastoise took,' the thought crosses Ash's mind as he breathes a sigh of relief.

Suddenly Blastoise cries in agony as small blue flames surround it and deliver a burn.

'Of course. That must have been the Will-O-Wisp's damage over time burn. How could I forget that?' Ash thinks to himself.

After that last burn, Blastoise sways from side to side before reverting to his original form and falling down on the ground unconscious with swirly eyes.

"Blastoise is unable to battle. Which means this battle goes to the KIP Champion Ash Ketchum," the referee says.

"I won?" Ash says to himself, blankly. His expression changes to one of joy as he shouts "Alright we won."

The entire stadium bursts into applause and cheer. After all, it's not every day, you see the school champion take out the strongest Pokemon of one of the elite four.

"We will now take a 15 minute break to repair the stadium," the referee says.

Both Ash and Siebold recall their Pokemon. Siebold walks over to Ash and extends his hand and says "Your batting style is unique and truly yours. I am glad to meet and battle against such a worthy opponent." 

Ash smiles as he proceeds to take his hand and shake it.

"See you in fifteen minutes," Ash says while turning around.

(In the stands)

Gary, Paul, Brock, May and Dawn collapse on their seats as they gasp for breath.

"Oh god! I hope, I never have to see another battle like this. At this rate, I will have a heart attack every time Ash battles," Dawn says while May nods her head in agreement.

"Same goes for the three of us," Gary replies as he sees Brock also sweating like crazy. Paul is not as rattled as the others, but he's also quite shocked.

(In the VIP Box)

"Alright, he won!" Serena exclaims as she jumps up and down ecstatically while crying and then hugging Grace. Even Grace has tears of joy in her eyes.

The professors and gym leaders also breathe easy after seeing the outcome of the match. They are all sweating like crazy.

Diantha and the other elite four, look in awe of this young boy who has managed to win against an exceptionally strong mega evolved Pokemon using a Pokemon with a type disadvantage.

"It seems using Will-O-Wisp was the right thing to do after all. That small damage over time made a difference at the end. Typical Ash battling style. To defeat opponents by using the smallest of details to his advantage," Oak says while smiling brightly.

Diantha looks on in a passive state. Her heart is racing like a bullet train. A part of her is proud of Ash and a part of her is concerned for her title as Champion.

"I hate to say it. But this battle may already be decided. Siebold always takes down at least two to three Pokemon with his Blastoise. But now that it is out. I think the rest might follow suit," Malva says.