Chapter 73: Ch-73
Kanto Region, Team Rocket Headquarters.
"Even the Ultra Beast lost. The Alola Region's Guardian God is really powerful," Archer said with some fear.
"If we want to take the Z-Pure Crystal from the Alola Region... we'll have to pass through these Guardian Gods!"
"Members of the Tapu family... and three others."
Sinnoh Region, Team Galactic Headquarters.
"In the end... is it that Pikachu again?" Jupiter murmured.
Saturn smirked. "Hmph, an electric mouse—does it really think it can compare with the king of thunder and lightning, Tapu Koko?"
"Don't jinx it. The less you underestimate the Pikachu of that kid, the more unexpected results it can achieve."
Charon interjected, "I've learned my lesson. Never doubt Ash's Pikachu again, or I'll just end up being proven wrong."
Manalo Stadium, Alola Region.
Ash recalled Naganadel. Only Pikachu remained. But rather than panic, Ash looked even more excited. This was the first official match in the Alola Region—Ash versus the guardian Pokémon of Alola, Tapu Koko.
From giving Ash the Z-Ring, to helping him learn Pikashunium-Z moves, to saving him during their battles, Tapu Koko had always been a guiding force. Now, they were ready to settle their rivalry in a grand finale.
The battle began.
"Pikachu, Thunderbolt!"
"Tapu Koko, Dazzling Gleam!"
Golden electricity clashed with a rainbow of magical energy, creating shockwaves that electrified the stadium.
"Pikachu, Quick Attack!"
Pikachu darted forward as a white streak, striking Tapu Koko in the chest and pushing it back. Surprised, Tapu Koko recognized Pikachu's growth.
"Tapu Koko, Steel Wing!"
"Pikachu, counter with Iron Tail!"
Metallic wings and a glowing tail collided in the center of the stadium, the ringing sound echoing. The audience worldwide was captivated by the intensity of the clash.
"Tapu Koko, Nature's Madness!"
The Guardian summoned a wave of pink energy designed to halve Pikachu's strength.
"Electroweb!"
Pikachu skillfully trapped the attack in its electrified web, neutralizing the threat.
"Thunderbolt now!"
The stadium erupted as Pikachu's attack overwhelmed Tapu Koko's, resulting in an explosion that enveloped the arena in smoke.
The audience held their breath as the dust settled. Then, Tapu Koko emerged, glowing with an ethereal shield, and launched a counterattack.
But Pikachu was undeterred, meeting every move with its Quick Attack and Iron Tail. The battle raged on until Tapu Koko summoned its Tapu family. They chanted together, recharging Ash's and Professor Kukui's Z-Rings with ancient energy.
Professor Kukui inserted the Tapunium-Z crystal into his Z-Ring, summoning the Giant Guardian of Alola—a golden giant that loomed over the stadium.
Ash and Pikachu didn't back down. Using their bond, they activated Pikashunium-Z, transforming their Z-Crystal into Pikachu's exclusive 10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt.
Pikachu unleashed rainbow-colored lightning that collided with the Giant Guardian's golden fist. The resulting explosion was deafening, and the stadium was engulfed in light.
As the smoke cleared, Tapu Koko fell, unable to continue.
"Tapu Koko is unable to battle! Pikachu wins! The Alola Region's first Champion is Ash!"
The crowd erupted into cheers, celebrating Ash's hard-fought victory and the incredible bond between him and Pikachu.
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