Chapter 25: Chapter 25: Iron Tail and Iron Wings!
"Not bad.
Not only has Pidgeotto's strength reached the peak of the Elite Primary level, but its size has also grown to match that of a normal Pidgeot. On top of that, its individual values have reached 4V.
It seems that when Pidgeotto evolves to its final form, it should be able to reach 5V.
And if I give it one more individual value medicine, Pidgeotto can become a 6V Pokémon."
Robert looked at the attributes and size of Pidgeotto displayed on the virtual screen in front of him. A satisfied smile formed at the corners of his lips.
The thought of Pidgeotto evolving into Pidgeot and almost reaching the 6V rank made his excitement difficult to contain.
"Pidg!"
At that moment, as if becoming fully familiar with its evolved body, Pidgeotto flapped its large wings rapidly, soaring through the sky in a graceful arc before stopping in front of Robert, chirping happily.
Pidgeotto felt immense gratitude toward Robert for its evolution. If not for Robert's nutritious food and rigorous training, it would have taken years to evolve naturally. The probability of reaching its final form would have been even lower.
Reflecting on this, Pidgeotto's admiration and appreciation for Robert deepened. If it hadn't stepped forward to challenge Charmander that day, it wouldn't have been caught by Robert, and it wouldn't have come this far.
As for its excitement, it stemmed from the fact that it had evolved much faster than the other Pidgeys in its flock. Thinking about how its peers back home were still stuck at their base forms while it had soared ahead filled Pidgeotto with pride.
"Char!"
Seeing Pidgeotto's excitement, Charmeleon, unable to contain itself, approached with a grin. It shot a burst of flame into the sky before letting out a congratulatory roar.
"Pidg!"
Pidgeotto chirped back happily, acknowledging Charmeleon's congratulations. It vividly recalled Charmeleon's evolution and the happiness that came with it. Now, having experienced its own transformation, it felt like they were once again equals.
"Congratulations, Pidgeotto! You've come a long way. I'm counting on you to be even stronger from now on." Robert praised as he looked at Pidgeotto, which now stood nearly at shoulder height. He extended his right hand toward it.
"Pidg!"
Pidgeotto quickly stretched out its wing and placed it against Robert's palm. Even without words, it had already made a silent vow of loyalty. No matter what happened, it would never leave Robert's side.
"This calls for a celebration. Since today is such an important milestone, I have a gift for both of you. Consider it a reward for your hard work and evolution."
"Char?" (A gift? Could it be...?)
"Pidg!" (It must be!)
Charmeleon and Pidgeotto exchanged glances, as if they had already guessed what Robert was referring to. Their eyes gleamed with excitement and anticipation.
Though they had learned several new moves after evolving, who would ever complain about having too many techniques? Their eagerness grew as they speculated what kind of new powers Robert would grant them.
"Looks like you two have already figured it out. That's right! Your gift is…"
Without further delay, Robert reached into his system backpack and retrieved two skill discs, one for each of them. He handed them to Charmeleon and Pidgeotto, smiling as he watched their enthusiasm.
"Char!" (It really is the mysterious disc that lets us learn new moves! Amazing!)
"Pidg!" (I can't wait to see what kind of move I'll get! Hopefully, it's something powerful!)
Without hesitation, Charmeleon grasped its disc with both hands, while Pidgeotto held its own with its beak. Having already used skill discs before, they instinctively closed their eyes and focused on absorbing the new knowledge without needing Robert's reminder.
A soft hum resonated around them as the discs glowed faintly, transferring their contents into the Pokémon's minds.
Seconds passed, and soon, Charmeleon and Pidgeotto opened their eyes. A new glint of confidence flashed within them as they exchanged satisfied smiles.
"Looks like you've both learned something great. Show me what you've got!"
Though Robert could use the system to check the newly acquired moves, he preferred seeing them in action firsthand.
"Char!" (I'll go first!)
Charmeleon stepped forward toward a sturdy tree. It roared, lifting its tail high before it began to glow with a bright metallic sheen.
With a swift motion, Charmeleon swung its tail downward with incredible force.
CRACK!
The tree split cleanly in half, its upper portion toppling over with a resounding crash.
"Oh, it's Iron Tail!" Robert exclaimed, slightly surprised.
He had expected Charmeleon to learn a Fire-type, Dragon-type, or even Fighting-type move, such as Fire Blast, Dragon Claw, or Brick Break.
However, Iron Tail was an unexpected yet welcome addition to its arsenal. Though it might not be Charmeleon's strongest move right now, Robert knew it would become invaluable once Charmeleon evolved into Charizard. The combination of aerial mobility and a powerful metallic tail strike would be a formidable weapon.
Not to mention, with their next Gym battle being against the Rock-type Gym, Iron Tail would serve as a key advantage.
"Char!"
Charmeleon admired the destruction it had caused, clearly satisfied with its newfound power. Though it knew it hadn't fully mastered the technique yet, it was eager to refine it. Turning back toward Robert, it awaited his evaluation.
"Very impressive! That's a strong move. With some practice, it'll be even more devastating." Robert nodded approvingly.
"Pidg!"
Not wanting to be left behind, Pidgeotto flapped its wings and soared high into the sky. It locked onto a nearby tree as its target.
Its wings shimmered with a steely sheen before it dived at lightning speed, slicing through the air like a blade.
A metallic clang echoed through the forest as Pidgeotto shot past its target.
Seconds later, the tree trembled before splitting cleanly in half, revealing a sharp diagonal cut where Pidgeotto's wing had struck.
Robert's eyes widened. "That was Steel Wing!"
Steel Wing was an excellent addition to Pidgeotto's repertoire, not only increasing its offensive capabilities but also reinforcing its wings to provide extra defense during battles.
Pidgeotto circled back and landed gracefully in front of Robert, standing tall with a look of confidence. It had mastered the technique perfectly.
Robert chuckled. "You both did great. These new moves will come in handy in our upcoming battles."
Charmeleon and Pidgeotto exchanged victorious glances, knowing they had taken another step toward becoming even stronger.
The journey ahead was still long, but with Robert guiding them and their own determination pushing them forward, there was no doubt that they would continue to grow and achieve greater heights.
With their new moves learned and their spirits high, the team set their sights on the next challenge, ready for whatever lay ahead.
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