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"Then let me see if it's true strength or just Swagger! Machop, use Karate Chop!"
In the end, Masao couldn't hold back and launched an attack. With his command, Machop dashed forward instantly, arms open and fingers together, faint light radiating from its palms.
The sound of air being sliced was unmistakable as Machop swung its arm. If the attack landed, even solid rock might shatter.
"Watch its movements carefully, Primeape!" Ash observed the offensive calmly, his sharp eyes focused as he shouted instructions.
Hearing Ash's voice, Primeape's eyes gleamed with understanding. It analyzed Machop's actions and noticed subtle flaws, confirming what Ash had taught it. Losing composure would expose vulnerabilities first.
The moment Machop's arm descended, Primeape slightly lowered its body, raising its right hand to intercept. It caught Machop's wrist, skillfully avoiding the glowing palm.
Then, Primeape pushed Machop's arm aside, leaving it wide open.
"Now, use Mach Punch!"
Seizing the opportunity, Ash commanded. Primeape clenched its left fist, a burst of orange light forming as it drove a powerful punch into Machop's chest.
Boom!
Machop's body flew backward from the impact, hitting the elastic ropes of the battlefield and rebounding before collapsing on the ground.
Primeape, too, felt the shift in its movements. As Ash said, standing firm concentrated its power far more effectively than moving unnecessarily.
"Incredible! Ash's Primeape lands a clean hit on Machop!" the commentator exclaimed, drawing cheers from the audience. Misty in the stands cheered loudly, though Rebecca beside her seemed nervous.
"How is this possible...?" Masao stared at Machop in disbelief.
"Now! Primeape, use Rock Smash!"
Not wasting any time, Ash pressed the advantage. Upon hearing him, Primeape took quick strides toward Machop, which was still down.
Leaping high into the air, Primeape's fist radiated golden light as it descended toward Machop.
"Get up, Machop!" Masao called out urgently.
Machop opened its eyes just as Primeape's fist neared. With a sudden burst of energy, Machop dodged to the side and caught Primeape by the ankle.
"Machop isn't out yet! Despite its small size, Machop's strength is impressive. Now Primeape is caught!" the commentator narrated, tension mounting.
"Throw it now!" Masao shouted. Hearing its Trainer's command, Machop spun Primeape around like a hammer before hurling it with immense force.
Primeape flew through the air. In the audience, Misty and Rebecca watched with bated breath.
"Balance yourself, and counterattack!" Ash's voice cut through the tension.
Ash watched the scene intently, his sharp gaze unwavering as he shouted to Primeape, who had been thrown out of the field.
"Primeape!" Ash's voice pierced through the stadium noise.
Hearing Ash's command, Primeape's eyes snapped open mid-flight. Twisting its body, it adjusted its trajectory, unable to stop its momentum but skillfully changing direction in mid-air.
Now hurtling feet-first toward the boundary ropes, Primeape timed its move perfectly. Both feet landed on the elastic ropes at the field's edge, pressing them backward with its weight. Using the tension to its advantage, Primeape bent its knees and fixed its gaze on Machop ahead.
Thwap!
With a burst of energy, Primeape kicked off the elastic ropes. The ropes rebounded, launching Primeape forward like a slingshot. The rapid acceleration sent it hurtling toward Machop with incredible speed, like a stone flung from a sling.
"Use Rock Smash!" Ash commanded.
Primeape clenched its fist mid-flight, golden energy radiating from its hand as it shot toward its opponent.
"Machop, block it with Karate Chop!" Masao shouted, startled by Primeape's quick recovery and swift counterattack.
Machop reacted immediately, crossing its glowing arms in front of its chest to form a defensive barrier. The energy radiating from its hands shimmered like a protective shield as it braced itself for impact.
Boom!
The collision sent a deafening shockwave across the battlefield. Both Pokémon poured immense power into their moves, and the clash generated a gust of wind that rippled through the field, causing the elastic ropes to sway violently.
Primeape's eyes blazed with determination, its strength building as it pushed harder. Machop stood firm, its crossed arms holding strong like an immovable wall of stone. For a moment, it seemed as if neither side would relent. However…
Primeape's Rock Smash, with its sheer force and precision, could crush even the toughest rocks. Combined with the recoil from the elastic ropes, Primeape's fist became a devastating weapon.
Boom!
Machop tried to resist, crossing its arms to absorb the impact, but the overwhelming power was too much. Despite its efforts, Machop's body was pushed backward, sliding across the battlefield uncontrollably. Primeape's fist broke through its defense, and with a final blow, Machop was sent flying like a kite with a snapped string. Its body arched through the air before being flung outside the ropes.
Crash!
Masao barely had time to react before a gust of wind rushed past him. He turned just in time to see Machop crash into the wall behind the field, the impact loud and jarring. Cracks spiderwebbed across the wall, and Machop let out a groan of pain before collapsing to the ground, motionless.
"Machop!" Masao shouted, running toward his Pokémon with concern etched on his face.
The large screen above the arena began a countdown. The ten seconds ticked by quickly, but Machop couldn't move, let alone return to the field. The verdict was clear—Machop had lost the battle.
Ding!
"The match is over! What an incredible performance!" the commentator's voice boomed with excitement. "As a first-time competitor, Ash has taken the lead with an impressive victory over Masao's Machop! Let's give a round of applause to Ash and his Primeape!"
The audience erupted into cheers. Ash's spectacular win as a newcomer captured the crowd's attention, and his skillful command of Primeape turned him into a rising star. In a single match, Ash had won not only the battle but the admiration of countless fans.