c104: Qin Yun to Fight! In the First Battle, It's Up to You, Lurantis!
The tournament continued, and although there were no overwhelming victories like the first match, the strength of every team was undeniable.
Well, except for one team Qin Yun's.
A tense atmosphere hung over them. Embarrassment and despair were written all over their faces as the reality of their situation sank in. Their morale had hit rock bottom.
"The next matchup: Team No. 16 versus Team No. 21. Contestants and coaches, please step onto the field."
It was finally their turn. At this moment, they just wanted the battle to end as quickly as possible. Every second they stayed here felt like torture.
"It's our turn. Let's go."
Qin Yun took off his headphones, his expression calm and composed.
The others exchanged glances. They didn't know if Qin Yun had completely given up or if he was actually confident.
"Qin Yun, I really hope you know what you're doing…"
Lin Rouyu sighed. She couldn't afford to lose at least not in front of Zhang Rong. If their team was completely crushed, she would never live it down.
She knew Zhang Rong's personality all too well. If they lost, Zhang Rong would definitely spread the news to their entire school, ensuring that Lin Rouyu became a laughingstock.
Why did I even trust Qin Yun?
Regret gnawed at her. If she had just ignored him when he formed his team, she wouldn't be stuck in this mess. She could have avoided the humiliation.
Worse, their school's leadership had called earlier to check on their progress. If they lost this badly, she'd have to explain why they weren't even putting up a fight.
This is a disaster…
Still, it was too late to back out now.
> "Ma Tao, Douzi, Zhang Haochen, Zhou Yu—you four, come with me."
Qin Yun's voice snapped them out of their thoughts. His tone was natural, as if they were heading into a casual match rather than a make-or-break battle.
"Alright."
Despite their doubts, the four nodded and followed him. Even if they had no confidence in winning, they couldn't just forfeit.
On the opposite side, Zhang Rong and her team stepped onto the battlefield as well.
Zhang Rong gave Lin Rouyu a smug smile. Her school had invested heavily in their team's training. While the main squad consisted of upperclassmen, the backup team members were still strong competitors. Their tactics had been refined by expert trainers, and while they might not make the top eight, they had a solid shot at reaching the finals.
"The match begins! Both teams, send out your Pokémon!"
The referee's voice echoed across the battlefield.
Qin Yun turned to his teammates.
"I'll handle the right flank. You four, summon your strongest Pokémon."
"Don't attack. You're not strong enough to take them on."
His bluntness stunned them.
"What…?"
It wasn't that they didn't expect a tough battle, but hearing their own captain say it so casually was jarring.
"Your only job is to stick together. Don't let the opponent take you out one by one. The longer you last, the better our chances."
His strategy was simple but effective. His teammates weren't skilled enough to contribute meaningfully to the fight. Instead of forcing a weak synergy, he'd let them serve as a distraction while he handled the real battle.
No coordination is the best coordination.
Even if they didn't fully understand his logic, they nodded.
"The other team is sending out their Pokémon."
Qin Yun's expression turned serious. His strategy depended on the enemy lineup. If he could minimize the number of Pokémon he revealed before the finals, he'd have a better shot at the championship.
If I reveal too much now, they'll counter me later…
Across the field, their opponents released their Pokémon.
1. Butterfree – Late-stage Elite (Combat Power: 22,000)
2. Sandslash – Late-stage Elite (Combat Power: 23,000)
3. Arbok – Late-stage Elite (Combat Power: 23,000)
4. Pidgeot – Elite Peak (Combat Power: 30,500)
5. Nidoking – Elite Peak (Combat Power: 32,000)
Qin Yun's eyes narrowed.
Pidgeot and Nidoking are their strongest… but this isn't too bad. I can handle this.
Flying-types had always been a headache for him. They countered Fighting, Bug, and Grass types—three of the four Pokémon he relied on. His Kirlia was an ace, but he couldn't afford to reveal it yet.
That means there's only one choice.
Qin Yun reached for his Poké Ball.
"Come out, Lurantis!"
A flash of light, and Lurantis appeared on the battlefield.
"Lannn-Tang!!"
A striking, vibrant Lurantis stood before them. Its elegant yet powerful presence made an immediate impression.
Lurantis had only evolved two days ago. Fomantis had reached Elite Intermediate level, triggering its evolution into this powerful form.
[Pokémon: Lurantis (Shiny Variant)]
Type: Grass
Ability: Contrary
Strength: Elite Intermediate
Potential: Quasi-Epic
Held Item: Miracle Seed
Skills: X-Scissor, Synthesis, Growth, Leaf Blade, Solar Blade, Agility, Focus Energy, Sunny Day, Leaf Storm, Aromatherapy, Petal Blizzard
Special Abilities: Wood-Style Manipulation, Regenerative Mode
Qin Yun had worked hard to refine Lurantis' abilities. Its potential had skyrocketed to quasi-epic level thanks to constant training and genetic enhancements from Wood-Style energy.
Lurantis' Combat Stats:
HP: 7508
Attack: 7151
Defense: 6563
Special Attack: 5890
Special Defense: 6593
Speed: 3147
Total Combat Power: 36,852
A solid mix of offense and defense made Lurantis a durable fighter. However, its biggest weakness was its speed—just over 3,100, significantly lower than its opponents.
>Still… this is more than enough to win.
Qin Yun exhaled slowly, then clenched his fist.
"Lurantis, let's show them what you can do!"
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