Ash x Serena Rise of the forgotten hero

Rivalry Rekindled, Worries Unfolded

The tension in the stadium was palpable as Paul and Ash prepared for their next clash. Paul's voice cut through the electrified air. "Ursaring, stand ready for battle!"

The hulking bear Pokémon materialized with a thunderous roar, its sheer presence sending chills through the crowd.

Ash's response was equally resolute. "Lucario, I choose you!"

Lucario emerged gracefully, its aura flaring in a radiant blue light that rippled across the stadium, drawing awe from the spectators.

The referee raised their flags. "Ursaring versus Lucario! Battle, commence!"

Paul wasted no time. "Ursaring, power up with Swords Dance!"

Swords of glowing energy encircled Ursaring, heightening its already imposing physical strength. Ursaring let out another roar, muscles tensing as the energy surged through it.

"Now, Hammer Arm—go!" Paul commanded.

Ursaring lunged forward, its massive arm glowing as it powered up a devastating strike.

"Lucario, Aura Sphere! Knock it off balance!" Ash countered.

Lucario's paws glowed as it formed a pulsating, dark blue sphere. With a swift motion, it launched the attack straight at Ursaring.

"Smash through it!" Paul barked.

Ursaring roared as it shattered the Aura Sphere with brute force, powering through and landing Hammer Arm squarely on Lucario. The impact sent Lucario skidding backward, but it managed to stay on its feet, growling as it shook off the hit.

Ash clenched his fists, his voice firm. "Lucario, Bulk Up and then Close Combat!"

Lucario's muscles tensed as its body glowed briefly, bolstering its strength and defence. In a flash, it closed the distance, launching a rapid barrage of strikes at Ursaring.

Paul smirked. "Play Rough, counter that!"

The two Pokémon collided in a fierce melee, Ursaring lashing out with its claws and glowing energy while Lucario retaliated with swift, calculated strikes. The impact of their blows echoed across the stadium, each exchange more ferocious than the last. After a relentless back-and-forth, both Pokémon leaped back, breathing heavily but refusing to falter.

Paul's eyes narrowed, calculating his next move. "Ursaring, Earthquake!"

Ursaring stomped the ground with earth-shaking force, sending rippling tremors racing toward Lucario.

"Lucario, jump and dodge!" Ash shouted.

Lucario leaped high into the air, gracefully avoiding the shockwaves. But Paul was ready.

"Hammer Arm, now!" he called.

Ursaring charged forward, its glowing arm poised to strike as Lucario descended.

"Aura Sphere to counter!" Ash yelled.

Lucario formed another Aura Sphere mid-air, spinning with precision as it launched the attack toward Ursaring. The two Pokémon clashed in a dazzling display of power, their attacks meeting in a stalemate of energy and willpower.

Ash could see Lucario beginning to falter under the pressure. He closed his eyes, his expression softening as he tapped into their bond through aura.

"Lucario, let's do this together. We're a team, always. Focus with me," Ash said, his voice calm and steady, reaching Lucario through their shared connection.

Lucario's eyes glowed, and it mimicked Ash's stance. With a synchronized howl, its Aura Sphere began to expand, growing larger and more vibrant as their combined will fuelled its power.