Chapter 13: The Ultimate Leave Master with Combined Skills!

At level twenty-eight, the hyperactive Primeape lacked the lazy trait that usually held others back, making it two levels higher than Zhang Feng’s Forest Lizard and five levels above his Pidgey. Such an opponent was certainly worthy of Zhang Feng’s full attention. This battle would undoubtedly be a fierce one.

Though the Primeape’s aptitude was blue, Zhang Feng’s two Pokémon, Forest Lizard and Pidgey, both possessed purple-level aptitude, making them fully capable of standing their ground.

“Primeape, use Flamethrower!” Zhang Feng commanded.

Unlike the previously lethargic Slaking, this Primeape was lively and agile, leaping about energetically—a stark contrast to its former sluggish counterpart. Upon receiving the order, Primeape opened its mouth and unleashed a scorching flame.

Forest Lizard’s expression immediately changed. “Use Quick Attack to dodge!”

Just as the Flamethrower was about to strike, a flash of white light appeared behind Forest Lizard as it activated Quick Attack, narrowly evading the fiery assault. Although fire-type moves were not Primeape’s specialty, a direct hit on a grass-type like Forest Lizard would cause severe damage. Thus, dodging was essential.

After evading, Forest Lizard harnessed the momentum and charged at Primeape with a Double Kick. Normal-type Pokémon were traditionally vulnerable to fighting-types, and Forest Lizard was no exception, possessing some fighting-type moves.

Upon Zhang Feng’s command, Forest Lizard became a blur of white light as it sped straight toward Primeape, its legs already charged with fighting energy—a rudimentary combination attack.

Chili, watching, chuckled. “Your Forest Lizard is fast, but Primeape—block it with Fury Swipes!”

Primeape immediately composed itself. As Forest Lizard leapt to strike, Primeape’s arms glowed with white light, its sharp claws elongating. At the moment of attack, Fury Swipes clashed with Forest Lizard’s Double Kick.

Both received hits; Forest Lizard grimaced in pain and fell hard to the ground. Primeape, struck by the Double Kick, snarled in pain and stumbled backward. This exchange saw both sides inflict damage, but Forest Lizard’s type advantage inflicted greater harm upon Primeape.

“Primeape, use Slash!” Zhang Feng commanded.

“Forest Lizard, use Razor Leaf!” Chili ordered.

Energized by their trainers’ commands, both Pokémon surged forward with renewed spirit and clashed again fiercely.

As the intense battle unfolded, Chili’s respect for Zhang Feng grew. For a novice trainer to challenge the Orange League Gym and reach this level of combat was remarkable.

Just now, Forest Lizard had demonstrated the power of combination moves—a clear testament to Zhang Feng’s innate talent and skill.

“Primeape, Flamethrower, now!” Zhang Feng shouted, seeing that Forest Lizard could no longer dodge.

“Forest Lizard, use Energy Ball to counter!” Zhang Feng quickly commanded.

When Primeape unleashed Flamethrower, Forest Lizard opened its mouth wide, rapidly gathering grass energy before hurling a green energy ball. The fire and energy ball collided with an explosion.

Amidst the smoke, Forest Lizard vanished, then swiftly closed in on Primeape, slashing with Razor Leaf to knock it back.

In pain, Primeape retaliated fiercely, twisting mid-air and adjusting its position to charge at Forest Lizard with a powerful Body Slam.

“Forest Lizard, dodge!” Zhang Feng urged.

Unfortunately, this time the dodge failed. Primeape pinned Forest Lizard down, immobilizing it.

“Got you! Primeape, finish it with Flamethrower!” Chili commanded.

Unable to resist, Forest Lizard could only watch helplessly as the flames engulfed it, nearly draining its strength. Yet, driven by sheer will, Forest Lizard refused to fall.

“A truly tenacious Pokémon—not down yet,” Chili praised, clearly impressed with Zhang Feng.

Seizing the moment, Zhang Feng recalled Forest Lizard, knowing it was nearly spent and needed rest in the system’s space.

Though the skirmish had been grueling, Primeape had also expended more than half its stamina—providing an opening for Zhang Feng’s next Pokémon, Pidgey.

With a Poké Ball in hand, Zhang Feng withdrew Forest Lizard. “Thank you, Forest Lizard. You’ve done excellently. Now, let the others take over.”

Another ball appeared in his grasp. With a flash of red light, a remarkable Pidgey materialized, eyes locked on the opposing Primeape.

“Flying-type Pokémon, well-trained. Primeape, Flamethrower, use it again!”

“Pidgey, use Air Cutter!” Zhang Feng and Chili gave simultaneous commands.

Pidgey gathered flying-type energy in the air and launched a volley at Primeape.

Flying-types excel in speed and maneuverability. Though Chili’s Primeape was swift and nearly matched Forest Lizard’s speed, it still fell short against Pidgey.

The Air Cutter struck Primeape, while Primeape’s own attack was evaded by Pidgey’s fluttering wings.

“Well done! Now, Pidgey, use Twister!” Zhang Feng encouraged.

As Primeape was hit, the flying energy from Air Cutter converged again, combined with dragon-type power to form a massive swirling storm.

Primeape was engulfed by the Twister and spun violently before crashing to the ground repeatedly, taking heavy damage.

“For the final blow: Quick Attack, then Wing Attack!” Zhang Feng ordered.

This combination skill used Quick Attack’s speed boost to enhance the power of Wing Attack. With Primeape stunned, the hit was sure to connect.

With a shout, Pidgey unleashed the combo, striking Primeape’s head. The heavy blow was too much; Primeape collapsed.

“Ding dong! Pidgey defeated Primeape, earning 281 experience points, leveling up to 24!” The system announced.

With Primeape defeated, Chili’s team was down to the last Pokémon.

Recalling Primeape, Chili praised openly. “For a novice trainer, having two Pokémon capable of combination moves is impressive. Zhang Feng, I acknowledge your talent.”

“Even if you can’t defeat my last Pokémon, the Orange League Scale Badge is yours.”

“You’re an exceptional trainer. I look forward to seeing how you’ll shine at this year’s Hoenn League Spectral Tournament.”

As Chili’s words trailed off, his final Pokémon appeared—it was none other than a Slaking.

Pokémon: Slaking
Level: 36
Ability: Truant
Type: Normal
Aptitude: Purple
Bond Evolution: Locked
Mega Evolution: Available
Moves: Fury Swipes, Slash, Abyssal Spike, Body Slam, Payback, Mega Punch...