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"Are you ready to start training?"- Goro

[4 days later]

If I had to sum up the training in one phrase, it would be 'no-nonsense'. The past few days have seen me putting in a solid 2 hours every day, with an hour dedicated to practicing 3 key moves and another hour spent sparring. My teacher, Pangoro, is a Pokémon of few words but plenty of action. He only speaks up when I ask questions or need advice

-Moves Learned- [Sand Attack][Low Sweep][Arm Thrust]

Sand Attack isn't a specified movement, it's purpose is to affect the targets eyesight or stun the opponent. It's like a combo tool in a fighting game.

Low Sweep is an important tool is catching the opponent off guard, quite literally trying to sweep them off their feet to perform other moves.

Arm Thrust is just a flurry of punches. It's a good general move for finishing and starting fights.

In sparring I would have to dodge these same 3 moves while also performing them. Of course Goro didnt hit as hard as he could or else I'd probably die...

Throughout the rest of the day I was able to do my own things like eating, sleeping, and...

"Kid, what are you doing?"- Goro

"Climbing, master!"- Cham

On a cliff near our training area, I somtimes climb up a cliff near our training area, or do pull ups after my workout. Sometimes, I would go for a run, while other times I would focus on exercises like squats and lunges. Being aware of the benefits of EV training, I was curious to see how much it would impact my performance.

Over the next few months this became routine for me.

[2 months later]

"Kid, I've decided to show you something new today."- Goro

"A new move, master?- Cham

"No, this isn't something you can just learn, it's more of an ability."- Goro

"What do you mean?"- Cham

Instead of answering right away, he looks towards the distance.

A Pokémon I didn't recongnize before ambushes Pangoro from where he had been staring at!

*BANG* *CLING*

Pangoro kicks up a storm, dodging the unknown Pokémon's attacks with ease. And then, with one swift downward punch, he absolutely dominates his opponent. What was wierd about the encounter was the fact that Pangoros fist had turned into a metalic tint just as he threw a punch. he then turns his fierce gaze towards me, still standing over his defeated foe.

"This is my ability, Iron Fist"- Goro

"How did you use it?"- Cham

"Aura."- Goro

Today's training was different. Instead of sparring with Pangoro like usual, I was paired up with Hakamo-o, the Pokémon I didn't recognize before. After Hakamo-o was beaten he decided to stick around. Apparently he was traveling with the pure focus of fighting other Pokémon. Right after our battles, I dove straight into practicing new moves and honing my aura training.

-Learned Moves- [Sand Attack][Low Sweep][Arm Thrust][Focus Energy][Sky Uppercut][Vital Throw][Stomp]

-Ability [Iron Fist]

[Four Months Later]

"Begin"- Goro

The moment the signal was given, Haka and I sprang into action, ready to battle it out. I started off with a Low Kick and Sand Attack, leaving Haka momentarily stunned. Seizing the opportunity, I went in with a Sky Upper cut. But Haka, quick on his feet and managed to dodge my attack. Haka retaliated with a fierce Headbutt followed by a Dragon Claw. With lightning-fast reflexes, I grabbed his arm from his previous attack and executed a Vital Throw, slamming him to the ground with a powerful Stomp.

"Stop!"- Goro

After the fight Goro signals us to gather.

"You have learned all that I can teach you. It's time for both of you to leave the forest."- Goro