novelraw Chapter 284: Grubbish evolves into Mantle Rock! The brand new move, Power Gem! A commotion in the gr
Chapter 284: Grubbish evolves into Mantle Rock! The brand new move, Power Gem! A commotion in the gr
Chapter 284 Grubbish Evolution… Mantle Rock! The brand new move "Power Gem"! A commotion in the grass!
Ye Yinchuan was not surprised to see the light emanating from Shi Wanzi.
Because of his discerning eye, he had long seen that the Stone Ball was on the verge of evolution, only lacking a trigger.
Right now, the battle against Cocodora is its opportunity.
Through his ability to listen, Ye Yinchuan could hear the resentment of Shi Wanzi for being no match for his opponent!
"Very good, Stone Ball, evolve! Become stronger and defeat this Cocodora!"
Akai's eyes lit up, his lips curled up, and he was in a state of excitement.
No qualified professional trainer would be listless during a battle.
No one would be unexcited when their Pokémon is about to evolve!
Is this the beginning of evolution?
What Pokémon does Rockruff evolve into?
[Found during a recent search; it seems to be called mantle rock!]
"...!"
At this moment, the evolutionary light of the stone ball gradually intensified and reached a peak. Enveloped in a bright white light, its form underwent a tremendous change!
It's inevitable that one's body size will increase.
The stone, which was originally small, has obviously grown much larger, and its legs have become thicker and stronger, resembling insect legs. It also has an extra leg behind it to support its body and make it more balanced.
There are also noticeable bulges on the top of the head and the lower part of the body...
As the light dimmed, these features gradually became clearer.
"This is mantle rock!"
This was the first time Ye Yinchuan had ever seen a Pokémon called Mantle Rock in this world.
His first impression reminded him of Metagross; the two seemed to have some things in common.
Compared to the stone ball, the hollow in the center of the mantle rock has become more complex and symmetrically distributed, instead of being a regular polygon.
In the middle, there is a protrusion that extends all the way to the top of the head. According to the illustration, this may be the nose of the mantle rock...
But for Ye Yinchuan, it reminded him more of the structure of Ultraman.
Inside the cavity, the central area remains bright yellow.
In addition, the mantle rock contains many orange prismatic stones, known as "energy crystals," which are the protrusions mentioned earlier on the head and under the body, including the ends of the feet...
These "energy crystals" become more prominent and may even glow when you are in a good mood!
The overall shape of the mantle rock actually resembles an alien insect made of rock.
Of course, both the color scheme and the design have a cool vibe to them.
Because of the [True Knowledge Compendium], Ye Yinchuan actually knows more about mantle rocks, but since he is currently in battle, he cannot disrespect his opponent by explaining everything to the audience bit by bit.
"If it evolves into Mantle Rock, it should be able to use that move, right?"
Kai was still immersed in the novelty and excitement of his Pokémon's evolution.
"Go, Mantle Rock, with your brand new move, 'Power Gem'! Sprouting Hoo!"
At Akai's command, the perfectly coordinated Mantle Rock's orange crystals lit up, and its eyes...
Oh, the mantle rock doesn't seem to have eyes, and that yellow hole in its body is probably an ear. Anyway, it looks quite spirited!
hum!
The energy of the rock type condensed and, after the orange crystal shone brightly, released light from it, blasting towards Cocodor. This light was like a miniature gem, very beautiful, but its power was also astonishing.
"Power Gem, Rock-type, 80-power move... Launches a dazzling, jewel-like light to attack the opponent!"
Ye Yinchuan was also deeply moved when he saw this scene.
In theory, quite a few Pokémon can learn this move, but in actual battles, it's extremely rare!
Either the Pokémon itself is rare, or the level required to learn it is high!
Bang bang bang!
Power Gem is essentially a beam-type move, so it's very fast, basically raining down on Cocodora.
Ye Yinchuan could clearly feel that Coco Dora was somewhat staggered by the blast!
When Rockruff evolves into Mantle Rock, its base stats increase from 280 to 390, a significant improvement!
And this move, being a Rock-type, is even more powerful...
As a special attack type move, it makes Cocodora, which has higher physical defense, even more difficult to deal with...
Overall, the results are very good!
Dust billowed up, and Cocodora showed obvious injuries!
"Isn't it about time to wrap this up?"
Akai stared at the battlefield, believing the outcome was already decided.
Sometimes Pokémon battles are like that: you either win or you lose...
The boost to base stats and new moves that come with evolution can completely change the outcome of a match!
"No, it's not over yet!"
Ye Yinchuan could hear Coco Dora's equally resilient voice!
It can still hold up!
"Oh? You can still stand up? Cocodora, you little rascal..."
Appreciation was evident in Akai's eyes, but he commanded ruthlessly.
"Mantle Rock, Stealth Rock, and Power Gem—time to finish the match!"
Logically speaking, as a guardian, Kai shouldn't have fought to the last moment with the trainers who came to explore...
That's enough.
If you defeat or injure someone's Pokémon, how can they go on an adventure?
But the principle remains the same.
Seeing the fighting spirit of Coco and Ye Yinchuan, Akai decided to give his opponents the respect they deserved!
"CocoDora, use that move!"
Ye Yinchuan issued the order.
Cocodora nodded, and Steel-type energy surged from its body, but this wasn't to enhance its defense or to unleash any offensive move...
The next moment, Cocoa started moving.
"Trying to dodge a beam attack like Power Gem? A nimble Pokémon might have a chance, but something like Acrobat… no way!"
Akai was initially confident of victory, but when he saw Ye Yinchuan's Coco Dora nimbly dodge to the side and then charge forward, he couldn't help but be taken aback.
Isn't Akadra a very clumsy Pokémon? How can it be so agile with its body weight?
"Could it be 'body lightweighting'?! Is that really the move?!"
After all, Akai was a professional trainer, and he quickly figured out the reason.
Meanwhile, Cocodora was already moving towards the mantle rock, dodging and quickly closing in. Its movements were completely unlike those of Rock and Steel type Pokémon!
Wow, is he really that handsome?
[CocoDora, is it going to be a Vietnam War?]
Ye Yinchuan glanced at the comments and didn't take them seriously.
What Vietnam War?
My Coco Doraemon is the higher-level one, okay!
It's just that it matured late and evolved relatively slowly, but that doesn't stop it from being strong!
"Iron head!" "Headbutt!"
Cocodora used its lightness to sprint quickly and leap into the air.
In this process, the concept of "body lightweighting" is being dispelled, and the body's weight is returning...
Due to inertia, the speed does not drop too much; instead, it utilizes gravity during descent, increasing both speed and power!
This is the combination of moves that Ye Yinchuan came up with after obtaining the "Body Lightening" move from CocoDora, without relying on the Shadow of the Overlord!
The idea is very simple: adjust your weight according to the needs of the battle...
We need everything – speed, maneuverability, and destructive power!
With the added speed, the impact can be amplified even further!
"Take this! Eat my Flying Little Steel Cannon!"
Whoosh! Thud! Bang!
With a loud crash, Cocodora, like a missile, struck the mantle rock in a parabolic trajectory. The mantle rock was still launching Power Gems, resulting in an energy explosion at close range as they collided...
Both sides took the hit!
Smoke and dust rose...
Ye Yinchuan and Akai both became slightly solemn. They had sensed the strength of the opponent's Pokémon and were looking forward to the final battle outcome.
"We won!"
When Ye Yinchuan saw the mantle rock collapse to the ground, while Cocodora stood firm with a resolute look in its eyes, he felt gratified and delighted.
"Wow, my CocoDora! It's worth feeding you the best quality minerals every day!"
CocoDora's level was high and its training was top-notch. Although it was slightly behind in evolution, it ultimately won the victory.
On the other hand, although Ye Yinchuan didn't see it either, it was the combat skills and intuition that Cocodora honed during its sparring with the Shadow of the Overlord that led to its ultimate victory.
That means Cocodora didn't just mindlessly slam its head down; instead, it avoided the energy crystals on the mantle rock and attacked directly in front of its body...
The other side's nose-like protrusions showed signs of breakage.
Indeed, the orange crystals on the mantle rock are its hardest parts. Ye Yinchuan knew this, but he didn't have time to give instructions...
He noticed the injuries on the mantle rock and then understood.
Seeing that Coco Dora looked a little dizzy, Ye Yinchuan knew that this victory was by no means one-sided, but rather a narrow one.
"Well done, Coco Doraemon."
Ye Yinchuan held Coco Dora, tending to her injuries and offering encouragement.
"There's nothing we can do. It seems our opponents have very strong Pokémon and trainers. Mantle Rock, we didn't lose unjustly, and you did a great job... Perhaps, once you adapt to your evolved body and new moves, you might not lose after all!"
On Akai's side, it was also a comforting mantle rock.
Although the mantle rock could no longer rise, it could still hear Akai's words and moved its body slightly in response.
[Great job, great job! These are all amazing Pokémon and trainers!]
[The streamer is amazing! Even the sentry at the outpost is no match for him!]
[Hmm... I guess this Rock Golem isn't his strongest Pokémon?]
Regardless, Ye Yinchuan has proven his abilities and earned the recognition of the guard, Akai.
"I apologize for my intrusion, Trainer Xiaochuan. You are now free to venture into the Brilliant Cave on your own and begin your adventure! As compensation, I can grant you an area capture quota!"
Hearing Akai's words, Ye Yinchuan was overjoyed:
"Thank you so much!"
What does "regional capture limit" mean?
【Don't you understand? Don't professional trainers have capture limits? But a jungle keeper has extra quota each month that they can sell or give to other trainers...】
[Got it, it means the streamer can catch one more Pokémon and bring it out, right?]
That's right, but don't forget the catch: the regional credit limit offered here can only be used within this specific region!
Ye Yinchuan is not opposed to fighting.
However, he never expected that after the battle, his opponent would get a lot of gold coins, just like in the game.
Unexpectedly, the other party gave them a capture quota.
That's great, since with my appraisal skills, I can easily catch some good Pokémon, and even if I sell them on the official platform, I can still make a good profit!
It was pretty cool.
"By the way, your Cocodora is exhausted from the battle, doesn't it need a rest?"
"No need for that, I have other Pokémon, that's enough."
Upon hearing this, Akai couldn't help but nod:
"Does he mean he has many more Pokémon as powerful as Akadra?"
Under Akai's watchful gaze, Ye Yinchuan resolutely walked towards the Brilliant Cave, recalled Cocoyora, and dispatched Snorlax, Owl, Litten, Cotton Ball...
"These are all great Pokémon! What's that cotton-like thing?"
Akai is a jungle keeper and a well-trained professional trainer, but that doesn't mean he's omniscient or omnipotent.
Even Pokémon like Cotton Ball were unfamiliar to him.
"Oh, right... wait a minute!"
Remembering something, Kai called to his Arcanine and gave chase.
A moment later, holding the map of the magnificent cave given to him by Akai, Ye Yinchuan continued forward while pondering it.
Although there are electronic versions, and some even come with built-in navigation, trainers in the wild generally practice finding their way by relying on their own judgment or paper maps.
The reason for this is simply that in some specific remote areas, even satellite phone signals cannot provide complete coverage...
If you don't practice now, you won't be laughing when the time comes.
"I'm currently on the outskirts... There seems to be some movement in the bushes ahead!"
Ye Yinchuan roused himself, used his portable stick to part the grass, and cautiously observed that it was a Nidorino and a Nidorina, playing the symphony of life in the grass...
Nidonna avoided eye contact.
Nidorino, on the other hand, bared his teeth and looked fierce.
"If you keep acting aggressively, I'll beat you up and watch you rage on!"
Although Ye Yinchuan is friendly to Pokémon, just like he likes dogs, he will also feel hostility when he encounters a dog that bares its teeth and wants to bite.
To put it bluntly, he's not someone to be trifled with.
Who knew that Nidorino couldn't understand human speech? With a glare and a shudder, he fired a poison needle at Ye Yinchuan.
"Coo coo!"
The Winged Owl stood in front of Ye Yinchuan, and with a flap of its wing, deflected all the poison needles.
[Haha! Streamer, you should leave already. Why are you bothering them?]
If I were Nidorino, I'd want to hit someone too!
"No, this isn't their nest. I was just passing by and didn't do anything. It's one thing for them to glare at me, but to shoot me with a poison needle?"
Ye Yinchuan expressed his dissatisfaction.
"Cotton ball, use paralysis powder!"
"Chirp chirp!"
The seemingly harmless cotton ball had a cunning glint in its eyes. With a slight upturn of its lips, it released paralyzing powder at the busy Nidorino and Nidonna.
After inhaling the paralyzing powder, Nidorino, who had been working hard, suddenly found its body stiffening. It couldn't help but let out a cry, which seemed to be quite harsh.
Nidona's expression was also strange. She turned to look at Nidorino, as if she were somewhat resentful, then broke free and ran away, causing Nidorino to fall to the ground.
At this moment, deep black energy surged from both Nidorino and Nidonna, flowing into the cotton ball's body...
This triggers the Cotton Ball's trait "Prankster," which enhances the effects of its moves that can create negative effects when it plays pranks on others!
After Ye Yinchuan's testing over this period of time, it has been basically confirmed...
Improvement is permanent, but for the same goal, whether it's a prank or a helping hand, the initial gains are always the most noticeable...
The amount of repeated gains is almost negligible.
This trait is quite strong.
Keep in mind that the cotton ball is a low-level item, while Nidorino is a poison-type item. So how do you think the paralysis powder can produce such a significant effect?
Nidorino resisted the effects of the paralyzing powder and wanted to get revenge on Cottonball, but then saw Snorlax standing behind Cottonball, with Owl and Litten beside it...
It's incredibly oppressive!
It slunk away!
(End of this chapter)