The arena buzzed with excitement as Sage and Leaf stood on opposite sides with their Pokémon ready for battle.
The crowd cheered in anticipation as the Pokémon League match between two longtime friends was about to begin as the bright lights of the stadium shone down on the field and Sage couldn't help but feel a rush of adrenaline.
This was it—time to show what she was made of as Sage looked to the side and saw Red and Blue was about to begin their battle on the other side of the stadium as she wondered who would win but for now she needed to focus on her battle.
Let's do this, Pikachu!" Sage called out as she sent out her trusty electric Pokemon as the little Electric-type Pokémon stood confidently by her side and was ready to fight.
I know you'll do your best, Nidoking!" Leaf called out as she released her powerful Ground/Poison-type.
The referee raised his flag and the match officially began as the crowd roared as the first move was made.
Nidoking use Poison Jab!" Leaf called out as Nidoking charged forward with its sharp claws glowing with poison as it lunged at Pikachu but Sage was prepared.
Pikachu, jump up and use Iron Tail!" Sage called out as in a flash as Pikachu leapt into the air and narrowly avoided the Poison Jab as Pikachu's tail gleamed with metallic light as it slammed its tail into Nidoking's face, sending the posion/ground Pokemon reeling back.
Pikachu use Quick Attack!" Sage called out as Pikachu with its speed unmatched, dashed forward in a blur and slammed into Nidoking, sending the large Pokémon flying back with a mighty impact.
From the stands, Chase and Emma, Sage's parents, cheered loudly as their pride for their daughter was evident.
Nidoking use Thunderbolt!" Leaf called out.
Pikachu use Thunderbolt!" Sage shouted as both Pokémon unleashed a bolt of electricity and the two attacks collided with a crackling explosion, sending shockwaves through the arena.
Both Pikachu and Nidoking were knocked back from the powerful clash.
Nidoking use Shadow Ball!" Leaf called out.
Nidoking conjured a dark sphere of energy and hurled it at Pikachu as Sage quickly reacted.
Pikachu, dodge to the side and use Iron Tail!" Sage shouted.
Pikachu nimbly sidestepped the Shadow Ball and with remarkable agility, rushed at Nidoking and delivered a crushing blow with its Iron Tail, knocking Nidoking back once more but this time Nidoking fainted.
The referee raised his hand and declared.
Nidoking is unable to battle!" The referee shouted as the crowd erupted into applause as Sage smiled
Leaf who was unfazed, recalled her Nidoking and sent out her Gyarados with a confident flourish.
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Let's show them, Gyarados! Use Ice Beam!" Leaf called out.
Gyarados reared up and opened its mouth to release a powerful Ice Beam as Sage's heart raced, but she quickly called out,
Pikachu use Thunderbolt!" Sage called out as Pikachu released a thunderbolt as the two attacks collided, creating a violent explosion of energy in the center of the arena.
The blast sent both Pokémon skidding back but Gyarados with its massive body, lunged at Pikachu and wrapped itself around the smaller Electric-type.
Gyarados use Bite!" Leaf called out as with its jaws snapping, Gyarados bit down on Pikachu's head with its teeth sinking deep.
Sage's eyes widened in alarm but she quickly reacted.
Pikachu use Discharge!" Sage called out as with a mighty roar, Pikachu unleashed a wave of electric energy from its body as the force of the Discharge sent Gyarados flying back and causing the water/flying type Pokemon considerable damage.
Well done, Pikachu!" Sage cheered.
Gyarados use Dragon Pulse!" Leaf shouted.
Gyarados released a massive Dragon Pulse from its mouth as the swirling torrent of energy soared towards Pikachu as Sage's heart pounded.
Pikachu, dodge and use Thunderbolt!" Sage called out.
Pikachu nimbly jumped into the air and avoided the Dragon Pulse with ease and immediately unleashed a Thunderbolt at Gyarados sending the massive Water/Flying-type reeling back.
Gyarados use Hyper Beam!" Leaf called out.
Gyarados gathered an immense amount of energy in its mouth as it was ready to unleash the powerful attack.
Pikachu use Thunderbolt!" Sage called out as Pikachu unleashed a powerful Thunderbolt.
The two moves collided with a tremendous explosion as the force of the blast rock the arena as dust and debris filled the air.
When the dust finally settled, both Pikachu and Gyarados were down as they were unable to continue.
The referee stepped forward and raised his hand and calling out.
Both Pokémon are unable to battle!" The Referee called out.
Sage and Leaf exchanged a look as both trainers were breathing heavily but smiling as this was an intense battle and they were just getting started.
Sage now had six Pokémon left, while Leaf had five as the match was far from over and both trainers knew they were in for even more intense battles ahead.
