Not just them, all the spectators were also dazzled by such a splendid scene.
Even Ilima and his Eevee were the same.
"Eevee's exclusive 'Z-Move'? So Eevee actually has its own exclusive 'Z-Move'!" Ilima murmured, but his eyes lit up with a brightness never seen before.
He had always pursued the goal of cultivating Eevee into an excellent Pokémon even without evolving it.
But the reality left him a bit confused.
Until he saw this scene today, he suddenly confirmed his path.
Eevee's exclusive "Z-Move" is the road for it to become stronger!
The sunburst light receded.
Silhouettes of Eevee's evolved forms vanished into Eevee's body,
and Eevee's momentum soared wildly as those shadows disappeared.
Physical Attack, Physical Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, Speed—all five base ability values received a significant boost.
A terrifying increase!
If at this moment Natsuhiko made Eevee use "Takeover" again, any Pokémon coming after would receive an extremely frightening boost.
However.
This time, it was a battle belonging to Eevee!
"Electric Flash!"
Taking advantage of the opponent's awe of the exclusive "Z-Move," Natsuhiko did not let the opportunity slip.
Luckily.
Ilima and his Eevee quickly reacted.
Then.
The two Eevees collided fiercely in the field.
Most importantly, speed surprisingly did not become Little Eevee's disadvantage.
"Eevee, bite!" Ilima quickly commanded.
With the Eevees so close, it was indeed a direct duel.
"Gratitude!"
Facing the enemy's offensive, Natsuhiko and Eevee did not intend to avoid the fight.
Savage Dark Energy.
Clashing directly with the energy filled with the bond between Trainer and Pokémon.
Boom—!!
"Oooh—!! As expected of Mr. Natsuhiko's Eevee, the bond with the Trainer is truly deep, the 'Gratitude' technique's power is outstanding!!" The host passionately narrated, once again igniting the cheers from the crowd.
In the clash of techniques and strength, Little Eevee also did not fall behind.
Ilima's face was composed.
The boost from Natsuhiko's Eevee made him alarmed.
Though there was the factor of his own Eevee being injured, the comprehensive attribute increase was truly astonishing.
Looking at his Eevee, which was gasping heavily, Ilima knew time was not on his side.
He must fight swiftly and decisively!
"Eevee, Double Kick!"
Natsuhiko's eyes slightly gleamed.
Can't hold back anymore?
Just right, his Eevee had accumulated enough power.
He waved his hand grandly.
"Support Power!"
"Buyi!!"
Little Eevee roared excitedly, a halo of psychic energy enveloped its entire body, calculating the buffs it now possessed.
Support Power: Each ability change increases the technique's power by 20 points.
According to the game calculations, the power of "Support Power" is 20, but its five attributes each increased by two levels, which amounts to 200 points of power, so at this moment the power of "Support Power" has reached a terrifying 220 points!
Of course, that's the calculation in the game.
But it also represents that the destructive power of the "Support Power" move now is extremely terrifying.
Singly in terms of destructive power, it's probably not inferior to the power of a typical "Z-Move."
Bang—!!
Ilima's Eevee kicked Little Eevee hard, causing it pain and briefly staggering.
But Little Eevee fully unleashed its power.
Boom—!!
"Support Power!! At this moment Natsuhiko's Eevee has terrifying buffs!!"
Dust once again rose in the field.
What will the outcome be?
A thought flashed through everyone's minds.
As the dust gradually settled.
"Natsuhiko's Eevee! It won the battle!!"
"Buyi!!"
Little Eevee lifted its head high, chest puffed out.
At the same time.
As its pressure was fully released, Little Eevee's aura quietly changed.
Officially stepping into Gym Leader Level!
In Natsuhiko's view, if Eevee does not evolve, reaching Gym Leader Level means its talent is fully realized.
Further advancement would become very difficult.
This can be seen from Ilima's Eevee as well.
Ilima definitely invested a lot of effort and time, yet as his ace Pokémon Eevee remains just at Gym Leader Level, which is the best proof.
"The winner is... Natsuhiko!"
Accompanied by the cheers of the crowd, Natsuhiko and Ilima walked to the center of the field to shake hands.
"Thank you, Mr. Natsuhiko, for helping me find my direction." Ilima wasn't at all crestfallen or disappointed after losing; instead, he was quite excited.
Eevee's exclusive "Z-Move" showed him the possibility of Eevee's continued growth.
Natsuhiko did not dampen his pursuit of Eevee as a Pokémon, and just smiled and said, "You're already very strong."
It was the truth.
How old was Ilima now?
At most about the same as the Dan Emperor.
If he wasn't pursuing Eevee, perhaps his strength would be even higher.
"Thank you for the compliment."
The two didn't say much else, heading towards the competitor's passageway, leaving the field behind.
Back at the competitors' bench.
"What's up with you? You look absent-minded even though you won?"
The group looked at Natsuhiko's dazed expression, and Lance couldn't help but ask.
Natsuhiko had just sat down.
Blinked his eyes to regain focus.
"It's nothing, just suddenly thought of some things."
"Things?"