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【Pokémon: Dratini】
[Attribute: Dragon]
[Level: LV.25]
[Characteristics: Molting]
【个体值：HP(31)、攻击(31)、防御(31)、特攻(31)、特防(31)、速度(31)】
【…】
The level remains at LV.25.
Nothing has changed.
1.9 Lin Che's gaze did not linger there. He manipulated the panel, his eyes fixed on the bottom bar—the skill bar!
His pupils contracted to the size of a pinhead the instant he saw the line of text!
[Inherited Skills:]
【Lightning Speed (Activated)】
[Skill Description: Attacks the opponent at a speed imperceptible to the naked eye, ignoring speed differences, and possesses the highest combat priority.]
The skill, which was originally grayed out and locked due to level restrictions, is now shining with a dazzling platinum-gold light that signifies that it is "usable"!
It's activated!
It actually got activated!
Lin Che felt his throat go dry, and a huge, uncontrollable surge of joy erupted from the bottom of his heart like a volcanic eruption, instantly sweeping through his limbs and bones!
Speedy!
That's incredibly fast!
The most core move of the Dragonite family, the one that can create miracles in any battle, and the one with the highest priority!
Normally, even a highly gifted Dratini would need to evolve to Dragonite and undergo extremely rigorous training before it could learn this move after reaching LV.50.
And now, his Dratini has mastered it ahead of time at only LV.25!
what does this mean?
This means that from today onwards, in any battle below the Elite level, as long as the opponent does not have the same priority move, his Dratini will have an absolute and unquestionable first move advantage!
UI!
The strategic significance of this achievement is countless times greater than simply advancing dozens of levels!
This is the true foundation!
This is the perfect start he's been aiming for!
Chapter 57 The Trial at the Peak of the Storm, Evolve, Warrior Eagle!
The bloodline constraints on Dratini have been completely broken, and the life energy originating from the legendary Pokémon Lugia is continuously nourishing its still tender body in a gentle yet firm manner.
The biggest weight on Lin Che's heart was finally lifted.
This peace didn't last long; his gaze soon shifted to another Poké Ball at his waist.
There, dwells the most unruly future sky overlord in his team—the little eagle.
The returning ships cut through the waves, and the salty sea breeze blew across the deck.
Lin Che found the old captain who was at the helm and told him his idea of finding a place for extreme trials for the little eagle.
A knowing smile appeared on the old captain's face, etched with deep lines by the sea wind. He released the helm, letting the ship rise and fall gently with the waves, and raised his rough hand, pointing to the distant horizon.
"Kid, you want your bird to become the true ruler of the sky?"
His voice, mixed with the roar of the waves, sounded particularly powerful and vigorous.
"Then let's go there."
Following the direction of his finger, Lin Che's gaze pierced through the thin sea mist.
The silhouette of a solitary island, shrouded in thick clouds, looms faintly on the horizon. The shape of the mountain is extremely peculiar, unlike the rounded or majestic shape of ordinary mountains. Instead, it resembles a sharp sword piercing the sky, its edge gleaming and pointing straight to the heavens.
"The highest peak of the Dragon Roar Islands - 'Wind Shearing Peak'".
The old captain withdrew his hand, a hint of awe in his eyes.
"That place is incredibly eerie. A powerful updraft blows relentlessly from the mountaintop year-round, strong enough to sweep away boulders. For any Flying-type Pokémon, it's both hell and heaven."
He paused, his tone becoming serious.
"The airflow of Wind Shear Peak contains the purest wind-type primal energy, making it a sacred evolution ground that all Flying-type Pokémon dream of. Over the years, there have always been birds that are confident in their strength and have gone to challenge that mountain."
"Of course, that is, on the condition that it survives the trials there."
"Survived?"
Lin Che caught this keyword.
“That’s right, survive.” The old captain nodded. “Windsheath Peak is no benevolent place; it’s home to real aerial villains. Any outsider is seen as a challenge to its territory. If you want to evolve there, you’ll have to ask its master first.”
Lin Che's pupils contracted slightly, but a burning fighting spirit rose in his chest.
Risks and opportunities coexist.
Isn't this the path he has been pursuing all along?
"Captain, please dock."
His voice was calm, yet carried an undeniable determination.
The boat soon docked at the shallows below Windscarf Peak. Lin Che, without bringing any other Pokémon, stepped onto the isolated island alone, clutching the Poké Ball containing the owl tightly in his hand.
The higher you climb, the more violent the wind becomes.
What began as a mere gust of wind that made clothes flutter in the wind had transformed into a terrifying wind pressure halfway up the mountain, making it difficult for Lin Che to move. Each gust of wind was accompanied by a sharp whistling sound, as if countless invisible blades were cutting through the air.
He had to project his mental energy outwards, forming a thin barrier around his body to resist the force that was about to tear him apart.
Finally, he reached the top of the mountain.
The sight here gave him a jolt.
At the mountaintop lay a vast platform, smooth as a mirror, sculpted by storms. There was no soil, no vegetation, only the hardest rock, exposed to the relentless gale. Howling updrafts converged from the cliffs below, forming a massive and terrifying eye of the storm.
Standing here, Lin Che felt as if he could be swept into the sky by this force at any moment.
He released his companions.
A flash of red light, and the little eagle appeared in front of him.
Still young, it was blown off balance by a gust of wind as soon as it appeared, almost losing its footing. It looked around blankly, and for the first time, a hint of seriousness appeared in its clear and unruly eyes.
"Do you feel it?"
Lin Che squatted down and stroked the soft fur on its head.
"The wind here is your whetstone."
"Chirp!"
The fledgling eagle sensed its trainer's will. It raised its head, let out a clear and high-pitched cry, and the confusion in its eyes quickly faded, replaced by a soaring fighting spirit.
At that very moment, a cold and domineering shriek, full of metallic texture, suddenly exploded from the clouds above their heads!
Lin Che suddenly looked up.
A gigantic raptor, its entire body covered in silver-gray metallic feathers, with an astonishing wingspan and cold, ruthless eyes, was slowly descending from the churning clouds.
Its wings gleamed with the cold light unique to steel, and with each flap, they easily sliced through the raging air currents.
The detection data from the Eye of Truth instantly popped up in front of Lin Che's eyes.
[Elf: Armored Bird]
[Attribute: Steel/Flying]
[Strength: Elite (High-level)]
[Characteristics: Sharp eyes]
[Status: Angry/Territory Invaded]
[Evaluation: The absolute ruler of Wind-Cutting Peak, with an indestructible body, a ruthless personality, and extremely dangerous!]
Elite High-Rank!
This armored bird's strength far exceeded Lin Che's expectations.
It hovered in mid-air, its cold eyes fixed on the fledgling eagle below, filled with undisguised killing intent.
It had no intention of giving any warning to this weak fledgling that dared to trespass on its territory.
"Chirp!"
The fledgling eagle responded with a cry of its own, spread its wings, and soared into the sky against the gale!
The battle breaks out instantly!
The armored bird's movements were extremely simple. It simply flapped its wings, and its entire body transformed into a silver lightning bolt, tearing through the sky and crashing heavily into the small eagle, which was much smaller than itself!
It's so fast!
With the help of the gale, Skarmory's [Steel Wing] attack is almost impossible to see with the naked eye!
"boom--!"
A dull bang.
The fledgling eagle, still so young, didn't even have time to make any effective dodge before it was slammed down from the sky by wings as sharp as steel battle axes!
It crashed heavily onto the hard rock platform, tumbling several times before coming to a stop, a few tender feathers fluttering in the wind.
With just one strike, the difference in skill was immediately apparent.
The armored bird circled disdainfully, seemingly mocking the challenger's overestimation of his abilities.
Lin Che's heart clenched suddenly.