The charging Nidoking was like a moving mountain, carrying an earth-shattering momentum as if it would smash everything in its path. However, Poliwrath was not as easily defeated as the Machoke had been. This simple, direct, linear attack had long lost its power for Poliwrath, who was battle-hardened and professionally trained. A nimble dodge caused the Nidoking to miss its target.
Nidoking crashed heavily into another colossal rock, which shattered into countless fragments. After this setback, it appeared even more enraged. It glared fiercely at Poliwrath, who had effortlessly dodged and stood unharmed. In Nidoking's eyes, Poliwrath merely standing still was a tremendous insult, a Taunt.
This Nidoking's fighting style was quite similar to Ursaring's—both adopted a powerful, direct, and wide-open attack strategy. For the experienced Poliwrath, such a routine was child's play. Through countless training confrontations, Poliwrath had long adapted to this type of offensive mode, handling it with ease.
"Don't give this guy any breathing room! Immediately use Bubble Beam to obstruct its vision, then quickly use Close Combat!" Kai still needed to pursue the third team of poachers, so he decisively issued the command, determined to end the battle quickly.
Poliwrath placed both fists at its sides and fired a Bubble Beam from the swirl pattern on its abdomen. The enraged Nidoking saw the incoming attack and did not dodge. The large horn on its head glowed again. As an overlord among wild Pokémon, there were few on Tangelo Island who could contend with it. Having been in advantageous battles for a long time, it developed a reliance on high-power moves that best displayed its dominant aura. The Nidoking intended to charge through the Bubble Beam head-on.
Poliwrath had fought many battles, but it was the first time it had seen an opponent take the full force of a move without any evasion. However, it would not slow down its attack.
"Poli!"
Poliwrath flashed to the side of the Nidoking, who, having already begun a linear charge, found it difficult to change direction. Enveloped in dark red Fighting-type energy, Poliwrath's Close Combat struck fiercely from the rear.
Nidoking let out another cry of pain, staggering and falling to the ground. It looked weaker, but its eyes were still fierce. This Close Combat strike was like a Thunderbolt, its power even surpassing the mighty Dynamic Punch. Nidoking's already battered body was further exacerbated, its injuries becoming even more severe. It fell heavily, and despite two attempts to struggle, it ultimately could not stand up again. Lying on the ground, Nidoking could only gasp for breath.
"Can it still get up? Poliwrath, use Hypnosis immediately!" Kai stared intently at the Nidoking, which seemed to be attempting to rise again, and issued the command without hesitation.
Poliwrath's unique spiral pattern on its abdomen began to spin rapidly. Since Nidoking's gaze remained firmly locked on Poliwrath, the Hypnosis clearly landed. As time passed, its eyes gradually became hazy and dull, finally closing as it fell into a deep sleep.
Just moments ago, during the thrilling battle, the Nidoran♂ and Nidoran♀ who had been hiding among the rocks rushed out under the guidance of a Nidorina. They quickly gathered around the sleeping Nidoking, forming a tight defensive line. Apparently, there was no Nidoqueen in this tribe, and presumably, the other Nidorino had long been expelled, forced to wander alone. This group of Pokémon had witnessed the battle between Nidoking and Poliwrath and clearly recognized Poliwrath's strength. They merely surrounded Nidoking, vigilantly staring at Kai.
Having dealt with the rampaging Nidoking, Kai took Poliwrath to join the other battlefield. The battle here was already a one-sided crush. The strongest of this team of poachers had fallen at the beginning of the fight, and the remaining poachers' Pokémon were mere fodder compared to Ursaring and the others. If it weren't for their dispersed positions when dealing with Nidoking, and Kai only having five Pokémon, they would have been taken down in an instant.
Trying to escape in different directions was impossible. Skarmory's aerial view was completely unaffected by the ground terrain; whoever attempted to flee was attacked first. They couldn't fight, and they couldn't escape. This group of poachers could only watch in despair as their Pokémon were defeated one by one. Kai repeated his previous method, tying them up.
There was still one team left. Kai gave each of his Pokémon a supplement to restore their stamina and also took the Pokémon these poachers had captured. Carrying two net bags, he mounted Skarmory again. "Thank you for your hard work, Skarmory." Kai gently stroked its head.
"Skarmory!" it let out an excited growl. From crossing the storm to continuous battles, its stamina consumption was high, but at least it wasn't as powerless as when facing Zapdos. The continuous successes made it still very excited.
In fact, while he was making such a big commotion fighting Nidoking, sounds of battle were constantly coming from the forest. It had to be the Forest Rangers on the island, who had received the information, clashing with this group of poachers.
Pokémon Forest Rangers are the basic force of the Pokémon League, dispersed across various regions. They not only prevent various gangs and evil organizations from over-hunting Pokémon but also remain vigilant against powerful wild Pokémon destroying towns. This profession is also the main way for most civilian trainers to become official members of the League. Many Forest Rangers were former contestants in various conferences and already possessed good combat strength when they took office. Others graduated from Forest Ranger academies and were assigned to various regions and towns.
By the time Kai arrived at that battlefield, three Forest Rangers were commanding their respective six Pokémon, fully blocking the last team of poachers. This team, daring to penetrate deep into Tangelo Island, was clearly the strongest of the three. In addition to the leader commanding three Elite-level Pokémon, there were also two subordinates, each commanding a quasi-Elite-level Pokémon.
On the side of the three Forest Rangers, two of them had Pokémon at the Advanced level. The strongest Forest Ranger had all six of his Pokémon at the quasi-Elite level (level 39), a very typical academic style, emphasizing all Pokémon progressing together. Of course, it's also possible they were all stuck at a bottleneck.
Both sides were already in a tense battle, and the appearance of Skarmory in the air was immediately noticed. "Who are you?" the poacher leader was very alert and immediately commanded Golduck to use Protect in the direction from which Kai appeared. None of his subordinates used Flying-type Pokémon, so this could not be their reinforcements. "Damn it, these Forest Rangers are reacting so quickly, and they even have reinforcements."
Kai wasn't Team Rocket's trio, so he ignored the poacher leader's questioning.
"Aerial Ace!"
Skarmory responded by accelerating, charging towards Golduck.
"Protect!" A green energy shield lit up around Golduck.
Five red lights, five Pokémon shot out from Kai's belt. The three Forest Rangers also immediately realized that their help had arrived and instantly commanded their Pokémon to attack with full force.
Lanturn used Thunderbolt with all its might, targeting the Golduck whose green shield had shattered. In the battle with Zapdos, Poliwrath was the most severely injured, and Skarmory was the most fatigued, but it was Lanturn that benefited the most. Not only did it gain combat experience, but it also absorbed Zapdos's electricity. After these few battles, by wantonly releasing moves, it not only improved its mastery of skills but also assimilated the electricity that was not originally its own. Under these multiple stimulations, the aura around Lanturn grew stronger and stronger.
Quasi-Elite level
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