Chapter 276 Lance VS Steven

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The next day.

After a night's rest, Steven and Lance adjusted themselves and were finally ready to start the battle that Natsu had been waiting for.

Belonging to a battle between two future champions.

Because neither of them used six Pokémons, the number of Pokémons used was determined to be three.

Steven's backyard has a well-equipped battle field with professional referees.

Natsu was already choosing which angle would be more appropriate to shoot this "Battle of the Century" while both were adjusting their status in the preparation area.

Now on Alliance's official website, the video section of the previous generation, with the highest number of views and comments, is the match between Steven and Shirona.

Their battle videos have always been regarded as a topic of learning and discussion among the younger generation of the entire Alliance today, the tactics they use, and their understanding of Pokémon, which are also popular among people.

It's definitely not because Steven is handsome and rich, and Shirona has countless bamboo powders.

Well, absolutely.

However, just as Natsu was about to set up the machine, a slightly stern voice sounded from behind him.

"Private battle, I suggest you don't shoot casually."

"en?"

Natsu followed the voice and saw a black short The skirt was matched with red stockings, with two bony buds on her head, and the girl with long fluttering hair behind her came over with a book in hand.

Suddenly said, "Roxanne?"

"You know me?" Roxanne frowned, her delicate face has several points of scholarly flavor.

Natsu was silent.

Roxanne, the Rock Type Pokémon hobbyist, and the Rustboro City Gym Leader soon after. When she used to play games, it was not difficult to get Badge from her. It was only because of her appearance that she was remembered by many people. live .

"Roxanne, currently studying at the highest Pokémon Academy in Rustboro City, father is the Gym Leader of Rustboro City, and has a close relationship with the Zvoch family." Natsu said.

This is the information published on the Alliance's official website, and does not directly explain the relationship between the Roxanne family and the Zvoch family.

However, looking at the Rock Type Pokémon that their family is keen on, they can also occupy the position of Gym Leader in Rustboro City, the largest city in the Hoenn Region. It can be seen that the relationship is different from Normal.

And this Roxanne, a typical Academy trainer, likes to apply what she has learned from books to actual combat.

Actually.

Steven can also be regarded as a half-Academy Trainer, because he also studied at Pokémon Academy in Rustboro City, but because of his excellent grades, he graduated from Pokémon Academy in advance, and in order to collect various Planting stones and embarking on the road of travel.

It's a combination of Academy and Travel.

It is not limited to the tactics and combat concepts taught by the Pokémon Academy, but also incorporates some of the experience and insights gained during travel.

Of course, Steven's travel style is a little different from others.

"It looks like you're not just a Video Reporter." Roxanne looked thoughtful.

"Obviously." Natsu shrugged.

But Roxanne's words did remind him.

This video may not be easy to send.

Otherwise, his "dodo bird" can easily be identified if anyone wants to find it.

"Steven Senior's friend this time?" Roxanne asked again.

Natsu hesitated a little, nodding without a trace.

It's okay to say he is Lance's friend.

Seeing him nod, Roxanne's hostility becomes apparent again.

Natsu rubbed the temple with a headache.

He could see it, this Roxanne should be Steven's admirer, a typical little fan girl.

No matter which world you are in, the existence of a little fan girl is quite troublesome.

"It's started."

Fortunately, Steven and Lance both set foot on the battlefield, and after a long preparation, the battle of the two has finally begun.

Behind Natsu, Honedge stuck his head out curiously and looked at the huge field and the two people standing on either side.

'Is this what Togetic calls a Pokémon battle? '

With the referee's order, the red and blue flags in his hands fell.

This battle has officially started.

Two red lights flashed, and the venue rumbled and vibrated.

Lairon, covered in heavy silver-white metal armor, fell to the ground, the shiny metal backstab revealed hideous, and the strong and powerful limbs stomped on the ground, raising the dust.

"Kedo!!"

On the other side, the Pokémon of Lance appeared, which was relatively gentle.

With a slender figure, grace and ease are revealed in every frown and movement, it is the Dragonair of crossing.

The appearance of Dragonair makes the originally sunny weather slowly become hazy.

Natsu's eyes shined, "Has it evolved into a Dragonair? Well, this game is not very beneficial to Steven."

There are quite a few Water Type moves that Dragonair can learn and master. The Lairon is Steel Type and Rock Type can be at a disadvantage in moves.

Natsu's mind naturally began to simulate the direction and outcome of this battle.

"hmph! Call Trump Card Pokémon directly when you come up, Steven Senior's signboard, but Metang." Roxanne obviously felt the disadvantage of Steven on the field, and said a little angrily.

Natsu glanced at her.

As an Academy faction, the basic knowledge reserve is still passable, and the advantages of crossing can be seen.

"But it's not Dragonair who decides the outcome." Natsu sighed, shaking his head.

Before the Dragonair evolved into Dragonite, his Trump Card was always Charizard. Even if it evolved into Dragonite, it would be difficult to catch up with Charizard in the lineup without a period of catching up. tactical position.

Charizard, who is Fire Element and can fly, is too restrained for Steel Type and Steven's Pokémon, whose speed is flawed.

Roxanne's eyes widened, "How do you know that Steven Senior's Lairon has no way of restraining Dragonair?"

Natsu turned a eye to Roxane' angry expression, If it is, still agree with it, but nod blind and ignored the said: "Indeed, if Dragon Rush can hit Dragonair, the effect will be very significant is that premise is that it can be hit, Lairon is too bad in terms of speed.

Besides, Lance will definitely use 'Dragon Dance' as gesture style."

"How do you know it's Dragon Rush?" Roxanne was a little surprised, and she wondered why Natsu could guess two human tactics.

Because on the field, Lance really let Dragonair use Dragon Dance, the purpose is not to improve the attack, but to further strengthen the advantage of speed.

Although Natsu has always used the name "Dodo" to ridicule him, but he will become a champion in the future, his strength is still very strong, and the control of the battle rhythm is accurate to every second every moment.

Anyway, Lance is a few years older than Steven, and the experience of these few years is a great advantage.

The reason why he later failed to become the Kanto Region champion.

On the one hand, it is because the Kanto Region, the origin of Alliance, is indeed full of talented people. If some Elite Four reach the relatively weak Region, it is not that they will not be champions. For example, the Unova Region and Kalos Region.

Alola's kind is purely a rural Region, so I won't mention it.

And Lorelei's strength is indeed quite good, and because the ice attribute is too strong against all Flying Type Pokémon.

On the other hand, it is because Lance' family, the Dragon Clan, is located in the Blackthorn City in the Johto Region, and becoming the champion in the Johto Region is obviously more conducive to the development of the family.

At that level, after having experienced the rapid growth of the Dragon family's supply of resources for such a long time, it is time to give back to the family.

This is a benefit of Growth over the Great Family Trainer, but it is also a hindrance.

Even Steven had to step down to Wallace and go back to take over Devon.

Confirmed that sentence.

If you don't do well, you will go home early to take over billions of assets. If you do well, you will go back for a few more years and then go back to take over billions of assets.

The life of the rich is so boring and monotonous.

Stop off topic.

Lairon and Dragonair in the field, it is finally time to decide the outcome.

Roxanne next to her clutched the book tightly, and the little stars of anticipation spread all over her eyes.

But Natsu knew that the outcome was set.

"This is the first round, Lance won."

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(end of this chapter)