Everyone watched intently. Previously, White Ash's story was usually shown first, followed by Black Ash's for comparison.
But this time, Black Ash was shown first, and then White Ash for comparison—making them feel especially excited.
Everyone wanted to see what decision White Ash, who already knew what would happen, would make.
They watched as Ash stood before the waterfall. After hesitating for a long time, he finally chose to take action.
"Pikachu, this time, we're going to catch Suicune too."
Hearing his words, Pikachu cried out excitedly.
Clearly, for Pikachu right now, this was extremely exciting. After all, it also wanted to achieve such a feat.
The others watched intently, all looking forward to the final outcome.
"Pikachu, use Thunderbolt to force Suicune out!"
As Ash's words fell, Pikachu unleashed a massive Thunderbolt, directly striking the waterfall before them.
A crackling sound echoed as the huge electric current electrified the waterfall, producing sizzling noises.
This scene made everyone's minds race.
They all subconsciously stared into the waterfall, wanting to see when Suicune would appear.
However, as time passed, after looking carefully, they found that Suicune didn't seem to have any intention of showing up.
"So… Suicune isn't here after all?" Brock in the distance couldn't help but say.
At this moment, Misty also spoke slowly,
"It seems so. It turns out the two worlds aren't exactly identical."
Just as everyone was feeling confused, Ash in the distance also sensed that Suicune probably wasn't here.
He had Pikachu stop attacking and turned to leave.
If he couldn't encounter Suicune here, there was no need to waste time. Better to continue onward.
But just as he turned to leave, a massive splash suddenly erupted behind him.
The huge wave drenched Ash, sending a chill down his spine.
Ash shuddered and instinctively looked back.
Then, in an instant, he saw the elegant, powerful, and gentle Suicune standing atop the water.
Human, why would you do such a thing?
Hearing its words, excitement flickered in Ash's eyes. He had originally thought he would have no chance with Suicune this time.
Who would have thought that at this moment, he would actually encounter Suicune? Naturally, he wouldn't hesitate any longer.
After all, his purpose was quite simple and clear.
That was to catch Suicune. And now he felt he should be able to do it.
"Lord Suicune, I came here specifically to catch you!"
Hearing his words, Suicune was stunned for a moment, then its expression shifted from surprise to amusement.
Hahaha! An arrogant human like you dares to say such things? I don't know who gave you the courage.
But since you want to challenge me, let me show you the true power of a Legendary Pokémon!
As soon as Suicune finished speaking, it unleashed a massive Ice Beam.
Wherever the Ice Beam struck, everything instantly froze solid.
Ash immediately commanded Pikachu to dodge.
[Caitlin]: Ash, you have to work hard! Black Ash successfully caught Suicune—you can't fall too far behind!
[Elesa]: That's right! You're our world's Ash. You can't lose to the other world's Ash!
[Diantha]: Even though you've been behind before, I still hope you can grow stronger again.
[Cynthia]: Go for it, Ash! You're the best!
[Steven Stone]: Although I also want to catch a Legendary Pokémon, I think Suicune should be the Pokémon destined for you. So Ash, it's all up to you!
Encouraged by everyone's support, Ash fought more and more fiercely.
At this moment, his eyes blazed with excitement.
He directed Pikachu to continuously attack forward, clearly intending to knock Suicune unconscious first.
That way, he could perfectly catch the Pokémon.
And Suicune naturally saw through Ash's intentions.
It also understood that Pikachu's Electric-type moves were super effective against it.
So whenever Pikachu used Electric-type attacks, it would continuously dodge.
And if Pikachu used other types of moves,
it would endure with its body, then counterattack.
The battle continued, soon reaching the half-hour mark.
During this half hour, Ash had been directing Pikachu in a one-on-one battle with Suicune.
But he suddenly realized a problem—his Pikachu didn't seem as powerful as he had imagined.
That's right, Pikachu held the Light Ball, which enhanced its Electric-type power, even doubling its original strength.
But Pikachu hadn't undergone special training. In other words, Pikachu at this moment had no concept of becoming the future "Pikachu God."
This meant that Pikachu itself didn't possess the raw power to defeat a Legendary Pokémon through sheer force.
Ash in the distance naturally understood this. He slowly clenched his fist and took out another Poké Ball with his left hand—but didn't press the release.
Because he knew that defeating a Legendary with one Pokémon was completely different from defeating one with multiple Pokémon.
If a Legendary lost in a one-on-one battle, it would likely choose to surrender. After all, that was a true defeat.
But if it was the latter—defeated by multiple opponents—that would be unacceptable to a Legendary.
In that case, even if Ash could actually defeat Suicune, he would only catch a Pokémon that wouldn't truly help him.
So what would be the point of catching Suicune?
Understanding this, Ash hesitated for a moment, then put the Poké Ball away.
He looked at Pikachu opposite and shouted loudly,
"Pikachu, unleash your lightning power! Use Thunderbolt!"
As his words fell, Pikachu rushed forward quickly.
At this moment, Pikachu's eyes blazed with surging fighting spirit.
Although facing a Legendary Pokémon, Pikachu still refused to lose.
No matter what, it would use all its strength to resist and fight.
As the massive electric current surged forward,
Suicune rode the water flow into the air.
The next moment, it sprayed a thick column of water—a powerful Hydro Pump that reached Pikachu in an instant, striking it directly.
Pikachu was sent flying and crashed hard to the ground. But the next moment, it stood up again.
The previous attack had damaged it, but it was something Pikachu could withstand.
"Pikachu, rush in and use Iron Tail!"
Ash in the distance shouted loudly.
Hearing his words, Pikachu didn't hesitate. It rushed to Suicune's side at incredible speed.
It leaped into the air, its body spinning rapidly.
Its tail gleamed with metallic light.
With a resounding boom, its tail struck Suicune.
At that moment, Suicune felt an immense threat from the attack.
But the next moment, it showed an angry expression.
Secret Power was unleashed instantly.
Pikachu was sent flying and crashed hard to the ground. This time, Pikachu was seriously injured.
Ash on the opposite side slowly clenched his fists.
Only now did he realize that under normal circumstances, having Pikachu fight a Legendary one-on-one was undoubtedly somewhat arrogant.
But Ash didn't want to give up. First, because he didn't want to let go of the Legendary before him. Second, because he wanted to prove himself.
Due to the comparison between the two worlds, Ash had always been placed at a disadvantage.
His experiences had been quite remarkable, but compared to Black Ash's, they seemed so ordinary. This made Ash feel helpless.
Now, this was the only moment he could change, and he didn't want to give up so easily.
So at this moment, Ash didn't concede. Instead, he looked forward with determination.
"Pikachu, you and I are the same—we never give up, right?"
Hearing Ash's words, Pikachu cried out in agreement.
Then it slowly climbed up from the ground and stared directly at the figure opposite.
At this moment, Ash also looked at Suicune.
Sensing the change in Ash and Pikachu's fighting spirit,
Suicune showed a flicker of surprise in its eyes.
It looked curiously at Ash before it, a gleam in its gaze.
Human, do you truly want to defeat me? My next attack will show no mercy. After I defeat your Pokémon, you'll be the next one to get hurt.
Hearing these words, Ash showed no fear. He simply looked forward with burning eyes.
Then he slowly clenched his fists and shouted loudly,
"Pikachu, let's use that move too! I believe you can do it!"
Hearing his words, Pikachu looked at Ash.
It slowly nodded, then stood before Ash.
As Ash took off his cap, everyone understood at that moment what Ash intended to do.
[Caitlin]: Does Ash want to forcibly use a Z-Move? But can he actually use it right now?
[Cynthia]: This is Ash's final strength and the last thing he can do. We have to believe in Ash—he is the best.
[Professor Oak]: Let's look forward to it. Ash will use that move to defeat Suicune and successfully catch his Legendary Pokémon.
With everyone's blessings, Ash looked at Pikachu with burning eyes, then raised his left hand high and shouted loudly,
"Pikachu, use Z-Move—Gigavolt Havoc!"
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