He knows Pokémon better than me.

Chapter 4368 The Galar Clique

The next day, very early in the morning.

Ash was still asleep when Dragapult grabbed his clothes and pulled him off the bed.

"Doryu, Doryu~!"

Dorombalut barked excitedly, its tail swaying in the air.

However, the two little Doron Mesias in the cannon hole on its head were still fast asleep.

Xiao Zhi was pulled back and stumbled a couple of steps, only able to rub his eyes and yawn.

"I understand, I will accompany you in your cultivation now."

He stretched helplessly, loosened his shoulders, and tried to cheer himself up.

"Doryu~!"

Dorombalto's eyes immediately lit up, and he darted out.

Having just completed its evolution, it is currently extremely excited.

Even though it was broad daylight, which he disliked, his eyes still shone as brightly as if two searchlights were on.

Xiao Zhi smiled. There was no other way but to go for it!

Arriving at the training ground behind the martial arts school, there were no outsiders there yet, so early in the morning.

He pulled out the Pokédex and, according to Dragapult's current move list, called out the moves in order:

"Let's warm up a bit first. High-speed movement!"

Dorombalut's triangular head immediately pressed forward and suddenly shot out at an extremely fast speed.

"Next up is Dragon Pulse!"

"Dragon Claw!!"

"Then comes the Shadow Orb!"

"Use Shadow Claw!!"

As commands were given, Dorombalut moved swiftly in mid-air.

Sometimes it opens its mouth and spews out a majestic and powerful pinkish-purple dragon-shaped shockwave, and sometimes it throws out a blackish-purple energy ball, which explodes into a cold wave.

The claws seamlessly switched from a domineering and fierce blue light to a sinister and ruthless blackish-purple light.

"Not bad, not bad. The power of the moves has increased significantly."

Ash was fully awake, holding the Pokédex, nodding approvingly with a bright smile.

After all, he is a fully-fledged quasi-god, and this is the moment when his power is truly displayed!

However, one thing surprised Ash a little—

He originally thought that after Dragapult evolved to its final form, it would completely lean towards physical attack, thus unleashing the more powerful Dragon Arrow move.

But comparing the moves just now, Dragon Pulse and Dragon Claw, Shadow Ball and Shadow Claw...

In terms of power, its physical attack is indeed stronger overall.

But the difference isn't that big.

"A pseudo-god-tier character who uses dual swords?"

Ash blinked; this was quite rare.

Generally speaking, pseudo-god-type characters will have a special skill, such as powerful melee physical attack or terrifying long-range turret.

In the public's perception, having two swords is like having a chicken rib, meaning that neither side is particularly good.

However, Ash turned his attention back to the air above the training field.

Doronbaluto, enveloped in a fierce, deep blue dragon aura, lunged forward, only to abruptly stop just before crashing into the training stakes.

*Pfft!*

His mouth spews forth scorching flames that burn the air!

Ash's eyes are shining; there's absolutely no need to worry!

After all, they are noble quasi-gods. Even with dual-wielding, both of them still maintain a mid-to-high level of skill.

They can all deal normal damage!

Thinking of this, Xiao Zhi's lips gradually curved into a smile.

Dorombalut has a lot of tactics to choose from!

With an astonishing speed of 142, combined with dual-wielding attacks that can be used in both melee and ranged combat, and being a Dragon-type Pokémon capable of learning multiple types of moves...

If it really comes down to a fight, you can just walk your opponent around like a dog with an electric tin roof!

So Ash simply let Dragapult continue to roam freely in the air, while he looked down and quickly flipped through Dragapult's base move list—

There's no need to go into the usual Dragon and Ghost type moves.

Dragapult can train moves like Flamethrower, Thunderbolt, and Surf normally.

Even upgraded versions of skills like Fireball, Thunder, and Water Cannon are included in the regular skill list!

Ash grabbed the Pokédex, overjoyed.

"This feels so good!" Now, Dorambaruto's training path is clear!

Like Cinderace, master as many moves as possible and use them flexibly.

Then, combined with their own high-speed movement and swift stealth attacks, they adopt an ultra-fast combat style!

Click-clack—!

Just then, the sound of tiles breaking came from above.

Ash looked up and saw the sun rising in the east. The three Pokémon, Urshifu, who had been out all night yesterday, had also returned.

However, instead of using the usual gate, they climbed up directly from the outer eaves and landed gracefully.

"?" "?" "?"

Upon seeing Dragapult, the three Pokémon paused in unison.

How come there's a little dragon on my head after just one night?

"Doron, Doron!"

Dragapult, however, was full of fighting spirit. With a flick of its tail, it immediately locked its gaze on the three Pokémon.

Once it has evolved and fully mastered all its moves, it should be able to take a place from the three Galar admirals in front of it, right?

Or, add a position and call them the Four Generals of Galar!

Dorambaruto thought it made more and more sense, so he flew to the Martial Arts Bear Master and the others, letting out a powerful low growl:

"Doryu!!"

However, the three Urshifu Pokémon exchanged glances.

The next second, their movements were remarkably synchronized.

He raised his hand in refusal.

There is a subtle tendency for a small group to form, and outsiders are not allowed to join.

He then turned and left gracefully, giving no chance for discussion whatsoever.

"Doron! Doron!!"

This immediately made Dorombalut fly around in the air several times in a fit of anger.

"Hehe~ Take it easy."

Xiao Zhi could only go up and offer a word of comfort.

After all, there's a small group of pseudo-gods waiting for you in the backyard of Pallet Town; that's the most concentrated group of supporters.

Of course, the one who is most frustrated right now is not Dorombalut.

It was an armored dragon at the edge of the training field.

It stood silently to the side, watching Draco complete its final evolution and dart nimbly through the air.

It would be a lie to say I'm not envious!

"Carapace!"

The armored dragon let out a resentful growl, then looked down at itself.

Its body was still encased in a thick, hard shell, making it feel clumsy even when turning around, let alone flying.

Moreover, because it is an ancient species, its shell is thicker than that of a regular armored dragon!

Indeed, the defense is stronger.

But breaking through this hard shell and unleashing true power will become even more difficult!

At least for now, it has not sensed any opportunity to evolve.

"Carapace!!"

The armored dragon grew increasingly frustrated; it too longed to fly freely in the sky!

Just as it was feeling sullen and angry, the armored dragon suddenly felt someone put a hand on its hard shell.

It looked up and found that Xiao Zhi had walked up to it at some point and patted it gently.

"Don't rush, Ankylosaurus."

Xiao Zhi's voice was calm, without the slightest hint of perfunctoriness:

"The harder the shell, the more difficult it is to break through, the more brilliant it will be once broken through!"

"This means that after evolving, your abilities will surpass all Salamence!"

This wasn't just a consolation; he genuinely believed it.

"Carapace."

Finally, the armored dragon responded with a low murmur.

Although I'm still a little annoyed, it seems I can only grit my teeth and bear it for now. (End of Chapter)