Eevee versus Eevee.
For Eevee, which is more often kept as a pet, appearing in a tournament is rare, especially at an event like the "Island Competition" that covers seven regions, and they ended up facing each other head-on.
You have to admit, it's quite a coincidence.
Natsuhiko's Eevee possesses Elite Level strength, while Ilima's Eevee is Gym Leader Level.
But after Natsuhiko's battle with Little Ju'Er yesterday, no one dared underestimate this Elite Level Eevee anymore, its support role was top-notch.
"Buyi!"
Ilima's Eevee seemed calm and composed.
Just by looking at this Eevee's appearance and fur, it's clear that Ilima put a lot of effort into its training, and it turned out quite outstanding.
Its eyes were fixed on Natsuhiko's Eevee.
Although it wasn't too obvious, you could still see a trace of disdain towards Natsuhiko's Eevee.
This certainly caught the sensitive attention of Natsuhiko's Eevee.
"Buyi~~"
Natsuhiko's Eevee turned its head and called out to Natsuhiko.
Hearing Eevee's voice, Natsuhiko smiled and said:
"I know, just wait a moment."
"Buyi~~" Eevee called softly again.
Looking at the opposing Eevee, a slight battle intent emerged in its eyes.
Facing the same Pokémon on the battlefield ignited a desire within this little guy to compete.
And it was even underestimated!
Being looked down upon by other Pokémon was one thing, Eevee didn't mind.
But being underestimated by another Eevee, that was something it couldn't stand, it felt a bit indignant.
However.
The difference in strength couldn't be bridged just by wanting to win.
The only thing Eevee could rely on was Natsuhiko's strategy.
"Begin the battle!"
As the referee's flag dropped, this highly anticipated battle began.
"Eevee, Electric Flash!"
Ilima was the first to make a move.
He had also watched Natsuhiko's battle with Little Ju'Er yesterday, and having experienced Natsuhiko's "illusion and reality," he decided to avoid giving Natsuhiko's Eevee much time to build up.
"Curse," Natsuhiko's voice rang out as well.
Curse?
Wasn't it supposed to be "meditation"?
This command surprised both Ilima and the surrounding audience.
Because whether in the previous qualifiers or yesterday's main event, Natsuhiko's Eevee always started with "meditation."
Even if there were tactical changes, it was always after "meditation."
This technique had almost become a fixed mindset.
So this time "Curse" was beyond most people's expectations.
However, Eevee understood Natsuhiko's intention, and excitement flashed in its eyes.
Starting with "Curse" indicated another set of strategic moves, and in these tactics, it was not just a support, it had more opportunities to shine.
"Buyi!!"
The gray and white fur of Eevee shimmered with a dark light, injecting directly into its body.
Its muscles instantly tensed.
When a non-Ghost type Pokémon uses Curse, it reduces the user's speed but increases its Physical and Special Attack.
Whoosh —
"Ignore it, keep attacking!"
Ilima steadied his Eevee's mindset.
The orange Eevee was seen sprinting swiftly across the field, white light folding, accompanied by a bit of dust, it charged in front of Natsuhiko's Eevee.
Bam—!!
"Hit! Ilima's Eevee successfully hit Natsuhiko's Eevee, while Natsuhiko didn't seem to have the intention to evade at all!" the commentator's excited voice rang out.
Bam—bam—
Eevee retreated multiple steps, rolled on the ground for two turns before barely stopping.
It shook its body.
Ouch!
Eevee grimaced.
But it didn't show any signs of weakness, and even used the "Manual Taunt" it learned from Aegislash to gesticulate at the opposing Eevee.
"Buyi!"
Wagging its finger, as if saying, "You can't make it."
This scene stunned everyone, including Ilima's Eevee.
"Taunt!! A taunt from Natsuhiko's Eevee, it seems it looks down on the damage caused by Ilima's Eevee's attack! The air instantly filled with tension!"
The audience began to coax.
The battle was good to watch.
But a battle with tension was undoubtedly even more thrilling.
"Continue, Curse."
Natsuhiko's face bore a helpless smile.
This little guy truly picked up bad habits from Togekiss and others.
Ilima maintained his composure and said sternly: "Don't be affected, carry on, High-speed Star!"
Since the enhanced Physical Defense made Physical Attack damage less prominent, let's use Special Attack!
Ilima's Eevee looked angry, leaped up, and spat out a dense array of golden stars from its mouth.
However.
Faced with the "High-speed Star" attack, a cunning glint flashed in Natsuhiko's Eevee's eyes, "Curse" was instantly interrupted by it self.
Transforming into a white light, it swiftly returned to the Pokeball, dodging the attack.
Soon after.
A beam of red light shot out from the Pokeball on Natsuhiko's waist.
Accompanied by the slight rise in temperature around the battlefield, the flame-coated Infernape appeared on the field.
"Once again Natsuhiko uses his familiar 'Takeover' strategy, but this time the summoned Pokémon is Infernape! This is the first time Natsuhiko summoned Infernape in this competition!" the commentator explained.
Crack—
Returning to the Pokeball, Eevee ran out by itself, standing at Natsuhiko's feet.
It wanted to watch this battle to the end.
Natsuhiko glanced at it, not saying much.
But he could feel that stirred by the opposing Eevee, his own Eevee's competitive spirit was fully aroused.