Paradise Pokeball System

Vol.2 Chapter 4: It’s Always Go Time!

Before anything could happen, Nemona jumped into the center, putting up her hands.

"Alright, everyone! Don't move a muscle!" Nemona shouted out, and then did a fist pump. "It's Always Go Time!"

Startled gym leaders were lifted up into the air as a stadium grew up from the ground around us. Even after everything that I had seen since waking up, this was amazing. Soon there was a battle area twice the size that Nemona and I had first fought on when she was testing out my abilities.

I turned and looked around at the other gym leaders up above me now, and they all had looks of wonder and shock as they looked around the stadium. When I turned back to look at Nemona, I could see that even Tulip was in shock and awe from the transformation.

"Perfect! Everyone will be safe, and we aren't going to blow a giant hole in the ground this time!" Nemona cheered as she ran back over to join me.

"That was probably the coolest thing that I have seen yet!" I laughed as she came over with a smirk, but then rolled her eyes at my comment.

"You can change into a massive Pokémon that can destroy worlds. I think that is a bit cooler," Nemona laughed, but I shook my head.

"No way. What I can do is just scary. You created a stadium from your hard work, and I think it was pretty awesome!" I complimented her, then asked, "Now, are you ready for our little fight with my least biggest fan?"

Nemona giggled, and we turned to face Tulip. "Let's do this."

Tulip only glared at me, pulling out two poke balls. She tossed them forward, and a large, majestic Altaria appeared from one, while a tall Farigiraf appeared from the other. Tulip's Pokémon glowed with power, and I could tell she was serious about this battle. I glanced at Nemona, who had a determined look in her eyes. Her passion for battling was always infectious, and I could feel my own excitement rising.

"Ready, Landon?" she asked, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm.

"Always," I replied, activating my Hydro Flash Skin. As I did, my body crackled with electricity and I could feel water form under my feet. Beside me, Nemona activated her Star Fire Storm skin, and her body burst with red, orange, and pink flames. The fire settled on her hands and feet, but also wreathed her body in the flames to create a bikini.

Tulip and almost all the gym leaders' eyes grew huge as most of them had never seen Nemona or me transform. Even Katy looked surprised, but that was to be expected since we had new forms, and mine was completely different. Made me wonder how they would feel if I used my penultimate form, but that would probably cause more problems than solve. I might even make people look at me like some legendary Pokémon meant to be revered.

The air around us crackled with energy as Nemona and I faced off against Tulip. The stadium Nemona had summoned provided the perfect stage for our battle, isolating the action from the outside world and ensuring no harm would come to our surroundings.

"Let's see what you've got," Tulip taunted, a confident smirk on her face. Her Altaria and Farigiraf looked ready to unleash their full power.

Nemona and I exchanged a quick glance, nodding in silent agreement. We both knew what we had to do.

"Altaria, Dragon Pulse!" Tulip commanded. The dragon-type Pokémon let out a powerful roar, sending a beam of draconic energy hurtling towards us.

"Farigiraf, Psychic!" The second command followed quickly, and a wave of psychic energy joined the dragon pulse, creating a formidable combination attack.

"Nemona, take the lead!" I called out, trusting in her abilities.

Nemona's eyes lit up with determination. "Star Fire Shield!" she shouted, and a barrier of flames erupted around us, intercepting the incoming attacks. The dragon pulse and psychic energy clashed against the fiery shield, creating a dazzling display of light and heat.

"Nice one!" I praised, feeling the rush of battle surge through me. I turned my focus to Altaria. "Let's see how you handle this. Hydro Flash Strike!" I activated my new skill, feeling the electrified water energy course through my body. I dashed forward, leaving a trail of shimmering water in my wake, and launched myself at Altaria.

Altaria tried to dodge, but I was too fast. My electrified water strike hit it squarely, sending it sprawling to the ground. It quickly recovered, but I could see the damage had been done.

"Farigiraf, counter with Thunderbolt!" Tulip ordered, and the tall Pokémon unleashed a bolt of lightning towards me.

"Not so fast!" Nemona intercepted, her body wreathed in flames. "Flame Charge!" She propelled herself forward, absorbing the thunderbolt with her fiery aura. The energy of the attack only seemed to make her stronger.

I took advantage of the opening and turned my attention to Farigiraf. "Hydro Flash Barrage!" I unleashed a rapid series of water-infused punches, each strike crackling with electricity. Farigiraf tried to defend itself with psychic barriers, but my attacks were relentless, breaking through its defenses.

"Nemona, let's finish this!" I shouted.

Nemona nodded, her flames burning even brighter. "Star Fire Blast!" She gathered all her energy into a single, massive fireball and hurled it towards Altaria and Farigiraf. The fireball explodes upon impact, engulfing both Pokémon in a burst of flames and light.

When the smoke cleared, both Altaria and Farigiraf were down, unable to continue the fight. Tulip stood there, stunned and speechless.

The stadium erupted in cheers, the gym leaders and spectators unable to contain their excitement. Nemona and I stood side by side, catching our breath and grinning at each other.

"That was incredible," I said, feeling a rush of exhilaration.

"You were amazing," Nemona replied, her eyes shining with pride.

Tulip approached us, her expression a mix of frustration and admiration. "You two... you're something else," she admitted. "I won't underestimate you again."

I extended a hand to her. "Good battle, Tulip. We're all here to get stronger together."

She hesitated for a moment, then shook my hand. "You win this time, but even if I don't get to be your mentor, I will be visiting to keep an eye on you.”

Then Tulip pulled me closer, narrowing her eyes. "I still think you are somehow forcing Jolene into this, even if she cares about you! For now, I will keep my distance," she warned, and then let go of my hand to make a gesture with her finger pointing to her eyes, and then back at me before walking away.