13.Ash's Rikoto Story

Chapter 57 Battle for Mega Evolution

Ash and Alice follow Lizzy into Rassic Castle, marveling at the numerous Dragon statues adorning the halls. "You really like Dragon Types, don't you?" Ash asks, intrigued by the décor.

"Of course," Lizzy replies with a smile. "To me, Dragon Types are strong, and they present a lot of challenges in training."

Alice nods in agreement. "I see, Dragon Types really are hard to train after all."

As they continue through the castle, Lizzy opens one of the large doors, revealing a battlefield. Ash looks around, impressed. "This place feels just like a gym."

"But sadly, it's not," Lizzy says, a hint of regret in her voice. "By the way, I battled someone a few minutes ago who also had a Mega Stone... I think his name was Robby?"

"Rodney," Ash corrects. "He's actually our friend."

Lizzy chuckles. "Ah, you're right—his name was Rodney! He was a tough opponent, and he managed to defeat me..."

"Well, he is strong, after all," Alice says. "But what about your brother? Knowing his attitude, I would have thought he'd have come to beat you by now."

Lizzy giggles lightly. "My brother hasn't come by yet. I think he's still training... But I don't think it'll be enough, haha! How about the two of you team up for a double battle with me?"

Ash smiles at Alice. "Sure. Alice, will you team up with me?"

"Of course," Alice agrees without hesitation.

"Good," Lizzy says, her eyes gleaming with excitement. "You should know, I was trained by Rex to be his castellan for this castle, which means I'm really strong!"

Ash nods confidently. "Well, I was trained by my parents, so I won't judge by that. After all, Rex is an Elite Four member, and my mother is a Champion."

"I really like your guts," Lizzy says with a confident smile. "Now let's start our battle! I'll show you the strength of Dragon-Type Pokémon!" She then sends out Finndra, the evolved form of Finflix, and another Pokémon known as Cryodra.

"A Cryodra!" Alice gasps in awe at the sight of the Pokémon, its body sparkling with crystals. Alice's eyes widen with excitement, reflecting the same crystalline shimmer. "I've always wanted that Pokémon! Where did you find it?"

Lizzy chuckles softly. "Well, it was my first Pokémon, given to me by Rex. So, I'm sorry, but I can't tell you where I captured this Pokémon."

"Oh man..." Alice mutters in disappointment, but Ash steps in, reassuring her. "Don't worry, Alice. We'll find one when we continue our journey. And I need to thank you as well."

"Thank me?" Alice asks, puzzled. "What do you mean by that?"

"Because of you, I know that Cryodra is an Ice and Dragon Type," Ash explains. "And I'll be using Flearoe!"

Ash sends out Flearoe, which growls in readiness. Alice, analyzing the situation, says, "Finndra is a Water and Dragon Type, so I'll be using Jello."

Alice sends out her Jellitic, and the battle officially begins.

"Cryodra, use Flash Cannon on Jellitic! Finndra, use Scald on Flearoe!" Lizzy commands, taking the first move.

"Dodge it!" Ash and Alice shout in unison as their Pokémon narrowly avoid the attacks. Ash quickly formulates a plan. "Alice, trust me on this—use Ice Beam on Flearoe."

Alice hesitates for a brief moment, realizing the risk of such a move, but nods. "Okay. Jello! Use Ice Beam on Flearoe!"

Jello nods, releasing the Ice Beam, which covers Flearoe in a layer of ice. Ash then calls out, "Use Flame Wheel!" Flearoe begins spinning, the ice around it turning into a blazing wheel as it crashes into both of Lizzy's Pokémon.