To fight, first attack the enemy's weak point! Among the opponent's two Pokémon, Machoke is the easiest to defeat.
"Primeape, use Cross Chop. Machoke, use Protect! Then, follow up with Low Sweep!" Hearing Cain's commands, the man reacted quickly as well.
Clearly, in terms of combat, his experience is considerably extensive, something that an ordinary League member could hardly match.
Slowpoke's Psyshock was directly neutralized by Machoke's protective shield. It wanted to launch another attack, but Primeape was already charging toward Miltank.
"Slowpoke, continue with Psyshock. Miltank, use Protect followed by Substitute, then use Milk Drink!" Cain was undeterred. Although Miltank isn't very strong in battle, her survival skills are exceptional.
However, the opponent hadn't expected Cain to have Slowpoke continue attacking instead of protecting Miltank.
Originally, the plan was to pressure Cain into protecting Miltank, thereby limiting Slowpoke's attack options. If he managed to take down Miltank, he could directly attack Slowpoke, significantly reducing the threat to his Pokémon.
Miltank quickly generated a green shield around herself, blocking Primeape's Cross Chop. Then, Machoke was held off by Miltank's Substitute move.
After a quick spin, Miltank pulled out a bottle of milk and began drinking, unfazed by the two Pokémon glaring fiercely at her.
Since Cain had ordered her to use Milk Drink, Miltank trusted him, leaving everything in Slowpoke's hands.
Primeape and Machoke had just finished their attacks and were already exhausted.
Taking advantage of this critical moment, Slowpoke, with its powerful Psyshock move, launched a direct attack at Machoke's head, causing immediate dizziness due to the type advantage.
However, Primeape reacted quickly and dodged Slowpoke's next attack with a swift move.
"Slowpoke, use Teleport," Cain quickly commanded.
As soon as Cain finished speaking, Slowpoke disappeared and reappeared behind Primeape.
"Good opportunity! Primeape, use Punishment," the opponent ordered with a fierce expression.
The Dark-type move Punishment is especially powerful after Slowpoke used Calm Mind. If it hits, it will inflict massive damage.
"Slowpoke, Protect! Then, Zen Headbutt!"
A green shield appeared around Slowpoke, blocking Primeape's Punishment. Then, its head, glowing with a faint blue light, collided directly with Primeape's chest.
The impact sent it flying!
The opponent watched as Primeape was launched into the air, while Machoke barely recovered from the Psyshock move, his face darkening.
"Miltank, use Helping Hand. Slowpoke, pursue victory with another Psyshock; target: Machoke," Cain didn't allow Slowpoke to continue attacking Primeape in mid-air; instead, he set his sights on Machoke.
Primeape still had a chance to use Protect, so defeating it wouldn't be easy. However, if Machoke took another Psyshock, it might lose its combat capability.
Miltank, having recovered after using Milk Drink, used Helping Hand on Slowpoke, boosting the power of its next move.
Miltank's Helping Hand increased the power of Slowpoke's Psychic Attack.
With the combined effects of Calm Mind and Helping Hand, the Psyshock hit Machoke squarely.
Machoke, upon taking another psychic impact, rolled his eyes and collapsed, losing his combat ability.
Seeing Machoke fall, the opponent's face turned from black to green, and he quickly took another Pokéball from his belt.
Cain, ever vigilant, was prepared to attack the next Pokémon the opponent might send out.
Sure enough, the man threw another Pokéball.
Just as Cain was ready, a Dodrio appeared on the field.
A Normal-type Pokémon?
Suddenly, the opponent mounted Dodrio and quickly attempted to recall Primeape and Machoke to their Pokéballs.
At that moment, a dark shadow darted toward him.
Although the opponent didn't react in time, one of Dodrio's heads did, pecking the shadow with its sharp beak.
To avoid Dodrio's attack, the dark shadow changed direction slightly, snatching one of the Pokéballs from his hand.
The man's hand began bleeding profusely, and Primeape's Pokéball was snatched by the shadow.
The shadow, which didn't disappear, settled beside Cain. It was Murkrow, who had been scouting ahead.
After waiting a long time and not seeing Cain, Murkrow decided to return, just in time to witness the scene.
The man, his hand bleeding, stared intently at the Pokéball in Murkrow's grasp.
He could give up Machoke, but Primeape was his strongest card, his most powerful and talented Pokémon.
Although Dodrio had a higher level, it wasn't a combat match for Primeape. Otherwise, he would have taken it with him into the forest from the start.
However, Primeape's Pokéball was now in the opponent's possession.
Furiously eyeing Murkrow, the man decided to retreat quickly.
The opponent's strength was clearly superior, and he also had a type advantage. If he continued fighting, he could end up trapped here.
A Pokémon can be recaptured, but if he lost his life, there was no turning back.
Without hesitation, he turned to flee.
Dodrio began running in long strides.
"Slowpoke, Psyshock," Cain attempted to stop him, but they had both maintained a safe distance during the battle to avoid surprise attacks.
After running a few meters, the distance grew even greater.
When Slowpoke's Psyshock arrived, Dodrio had already advanced several meters further.
Murkrow cried out, suggesting it could pursue him.
"Let him go; we don't need to chase him. His two main Pokémon have been defeated; he's already lost half of his strength. If you chase him and we don't arrive in time, you could be counterattacked," Cain said wisely.
In moments , it's important to keep a cool head.
Don't chase a fleeing enemy.
May this year bring joy, success, and wonderful moments to cherish. 🎉✨