"Well done, Infernape."
Natsuhiko said softly to the Pokeball.
Although Ilima's Kangaskhan was left with only a sliver of health, being able to withstand the opponent's "Z Move" and still inflict damage was quite impressive.
After all.
A "Z Move" is just a type of Technique, except its power is particularly strong.
By comparing both the "Z Move" and Super Evolution as two special power-ups for Pokémon, Natsuhiko felt that Super Evolution had the edge.
After all, Super Evolution enhances a Pokémon's overall capabilities.
Moreover, some trait changes after Super Evolution could lead to a qualitative transformation for certain Pokémon, and that might be the most impactful.
Of course.
If a "Z Move" happens to have some attribute advantage against the target, the effects are remarkable.
It's not uncommon to see a "Z Move" knocking out a Super Evolved Pokémon in a single hit.
One might say, each has its own advantages.
As Natsuhiko retracted the Infernape, Ilima also recalled his Kangaskhan, which had lost its fighting ability.
He was left with an Eevee that was not lightly injured.
And the "Z Move" had already been used.
But Ilima showed no intention of giving up.
What if, right?
Right.
Throwing out the Pokeball, he summoned Eevee once more.
"Buyi!"
Eevee panted, injured, but its gaze, just like Ilima's, showed not the slightest intention of giving up.
"Buyi!!"
Seeing Ilima's Eevee enter the field, the Eevee at Natsuhiko's feet barked eagerly, ready for action.
Natsuhiko knew this was the moment Eevee had been waiting for, so he didn't refuse and nodded, "Go ahead."
"Buyi—!"
Eevee stepped forward a few strides, entering the field.
Seeing the opposing Eevee refuse to give up even under such adverse conditions, still believing it could turn the tide, Little Eevee also cast aside the aversion born from being underestimated by the opponent.
At least.
This is a respectable opponent.
"Both Trainers have sent out their respective Eevees once more! Is Natsuhiko preparing to use the same trick?"
The host's thoughts echoed those of most people.
Only the opposing Ilima seemed to sense Natsuhiko's intent.
He glanced at him with a bit of surprise.
Lips pursed, he immediately commanded, "Eevee! Electric Flash!"
However.
Under everyone's gaze, Natsuhiko raised his left arm, revealing the "Z Bracelet" with the embedded "Eevee Z."
"Is this..."
"Mr. Natsuhiko also has a 'Z Move'?!"
"Wait a minute! This 'Z Pure Crystal' seems..."
Natsuhiko didn't hesitate.
His Eevee was still Elite Level, while Ilima's Eevee was Gym Leader Level.
Even if it was severely injured, defeating it wasn't a simple task.
And Natsuhiko and Eevee's greatest reliance.
Is the "Z Move."
With a lift and a slight wave of his arm.
Psychic powers simulated Spiritual Power frequencies, using the "Z Bracelet" as a medium, triggered the "Eevee Z."
The power of nature was unleashed, with an orange energy pouring into Eevee's body.
Natsuhiko furrowed his brows slightly.
Using a "Z Move" indeed exerted pressure and exhaustion on a Trainer.
Not only mentally but physically as well.
Even so, he cried out lowly:
"Nine-Colored Ascension Gathered at the Peak!"
"Buyi!!"
Eevee was enveloped by energy, then its whole body radiated with nine-colored brilliance, ghostly silhouettes flickering within the radiance.
The seven known evolutions of Eevee, from Flareon to Leafeon, aligned in sequence.
But unseen by everyone else, there was actually another ghostly silhouette, only a hazy outline.
That was the shadow of Sylveon.
According to the current Fairy Energy density in the Pokemon Realm, it couldn't be manifested yet.
Otherwise, together with Sylveon, it would form a total of eight different evolutions, paired with Eevee itself, to truly achieve "nine colors."
However, Natsuhiko slightly furrowed his brows.
This outline was much clearer than during his first attempt.
The resurgence of Fairy Energy was becoming more evident.
And it was speeding up.
"An exclusive 'Z Move'?" Nari Omiki was rather surprised by this.
The "Z Move" isn't widespread in the Alola Region.
Yet, quite a few have obtained it.
But compared to ordinary "Z Pure Crystals," exclusive Zs are rare.
Because they have higher requirements and it's hard to ascertain which Pokémon a "Z Pure Crystal" belongs to.
The "Nine-Colored Ascension Gathered at the Peak" mentioned by Natsuhiko belongs to a "Z Move" not yet officially recorded.
Lusamine's eyes also flashed with some surprise.
The "Z Pure Crystal" gifted to the League was her decision.
Yet she never imagined that in such a short time, Natsuhiko from an external region could already use "Z Moves" too?
And from the proficiency, it didn't seem as if it was something he had just acquired; rather, he appeared very experienced, as if he had been studying it for some time.
"So this is the exclusive move among 'Z Moves'? Hehe — looks like there will be more topics to chat with Natsuhiko after the match." Professor Oak appeared quite calm.
Looking through the window, Gladio and Lillie, their eyes sparkling like stars, gazed unblinkingly at Natsuhiko and the magnificent Eevee radiating nine colors in the field.
"Eevee... so beautiful."
Lillie, like countless other girls, couldn't escape the fate of being "captured" by Eevee.
Gladio clenched his fist.
"Is this Teacher Natsuhiko's 'Z Move'?"