Pokemon: This Ash Is Too Versatile-Chapter 710 - 380: Libra Badge Get! Next Target

The terrifying electric power converged on Pikachu’s body, golden thunder blossomed on the battlefield, Pikachu gathered all its strength ready for the final clash with Slaking.

The battle’s conclusion came far quicker than anyone imagined; if Slaking won this clash, Norman still had a chance to turn the tables.

Even though Ash had the powerful Charizard on hand, Slaking could find other ways to restore its strength.

As long as it hadn’t lost the ability to fight, anything was possible.

Looking at Ash’s side, he just needed to defeat Slaking, and this battle would be decided.

Thus, this clash for Norman, he could only win, he couldn’t lose!

At least in Victor’s eyes, it was like this; he couldn’t accept his father failing. In Victor’s eyes, his father was the strongest and shouldn’t be defeated.

How could he be beaten by someone not much older than his sister just after arriving in Kanto!

Absolutely not!

Norman watched Pikachu in the arena, its body flickering with lightning, his expression growing excited. For Norman, the feeling of facing an evenly matched opponent was rare.

After all, reaching his level of expertise, finding opponents of similar strength wasn’t something easily achieved.

As a Gym Trainer, he rarely left his town, to meet opponents at his level typically required seeking out the Elite Four, otherwise, it was almost impossible.

Thus, in gym battles, Norman didn’t often use his full power, but today was a rare chance to give his all!

Even though Ash dominated the whole match, for Norman this fight was still a thrilling match.

"Go, Slaking, this is the last! Double-Edge!"

"Roar!" Slaking pounded its chest with its fists, then charged at Pikachu like a humanoid tank, causing the entire arena to shudder with Slaking’s steps!

Even with barriers shielding them, the children still instinctively ducked their heads, shivering all over.

Slaking’s presence was so terrifying, the lazy aura was completely gone, replaced by unparalleled intimidation!

"Go, Pikachu!" Facing the formidable Slaking, Ash showed no fear. From the moment he had Pikachu face Slaking head-on, he was prepared.

Victory didn’t matter, it was merely about giving their all. Even though Pikachu could dodge Slaking’s attack and counter, Ash didn’t choose that option. Dodging in such a showdown would be an insult to himself and Pikachu. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

Two intimidating presences rampaged across the battlefield, the spectators held their breath, afraid a single exhalation might cause them to miss the crucial moment in this match.

In the next instant, the two figures moved without warning, their speed like lightning, even Misty and others focused intently couldn’t capture the two Pokemon’s figures.

In a flash, they collided, electric sparks flew amidst golden arcs and white energy, explosions of shockwaves spread out, crashing repeatedly against the barriers, creating ripples.

Victor clenched his fist, tense, continuously cheering for Slaking, but it was futile, as Slaking’s figure was continually suppressed, its energy dwindling.

Volt Tackle’s power had the upper hand from the start, its might amplifying in prolonged combat, because this was Pikachu’s full-powered strike, without reservation.

This strike might exhaust Pikachu to the point of collapse even without a counterattack, but it was the strongest attack Pikachu had ever unleashed!

Previously, Slaking’s Mega Kick had been struck away by Pikachu’s Iron Tail, even though Slaking hadn’t charged up, Pikachu’s situation was less favorable.

Not only was Iron Tail not Pikachu’s inherent skill, but its power also wasn’t as strong as Volt Tackle. Even under those conditions, Pikachu could send Slaking flying, especially now.

However, Pikachu’s goal wasn’t to overwhelm Slaking, but to defeat it in this critical blow!

Such a difficulty wasn’t on the same level as merely knocking Slaking away earlier, thus Slaking’s task wasn’t to win this clash, but to avoid losing its fighting ability.

If it could manage that, then victory’s balance would tilt toward Slaking’s side.

Naturally, as an outstanding Trainer, Norman understood this. At this point, as long as Slaking could regroup its energy, it had a significant chance against Pikachu’s strike.

But how could Norman make that choice? He knew well that Ash’s Trainer level was on par with his, Pikachu’s best response wouldn’t be a direct clash, yet Ash chose it.

If he retreated here, that would be a disgrace to Trainer’s dignity!

So...

"Go, Slaking, hold nothing back, use all your power!" Norman’s shout reached Slaking’s ears, and Slaking, which had been keeping some energy for defense, sharpened its gaze, unleashing its remaining strength without hesitation!