[center][img]https://fontmeme.com/permalink/180520/112c04e387d12bedb6ede424b5ae896a.png[/img] [i][b]Location:[/b] [color=6ecff6]Celadon City[/color] / [color=6ecff6]Gym[/color][/i] [i][b]Tags:[/b] [color=6ecff6]None[/color] [[color=6ecff6]Feel free to tag[/color]][/i] [hr][hr][/center][color=cccccc][color=6ecff6]"Noibat use heat wave!"[/color] The flying pokemon responded to Corbin by launching a furious wave of flame at the Whimsicott opposite it. The flames enveloped the fluffy pokemon and licked at it with menacing fury, a cry bellowing from within the small creatures lungs. As the flames dissipated Whimsicott was left unconscious on the floor, before a red light drew it back into its pokeball. [color=a2d39c]"Whimsicott return!"[/color] The voice of the short statured Aunt Flora commanded respect as she threw out the last of her pokemon, a freakishly large Chesnaught. Corbin was taken back by it's size for a moment, towering over his almost exhausted Noibat. The battle between the pair had raged for a while with Aunt Flora making effective use of the terrain to take an early lead. Some poor typing choices made things even more difficult but Corbin's most loyal of pokemon Noibat had managed to tear through the majority of her team using it's fire based attack. The biggest issue for the young trainer however was the clear signs of exhaustion taking over his Noibat. His next move was a simple one for him. [color=6ecff6]"Noibat return![/color] The bat like pokemon returned to it's pokeball. With a launching throw Corbin sent Riolu out into the field. [color=6ecff6][i]I need you to hold out as long as you can...just long enough for Noibat to catch its breath.[/i][/color] The thought and plan was a simple one, he just needed Riolu to last long enough to give Noibat enough of a breather so that it could finish off Chesnaught. [color=6ecff6]"Riolu i'm counting on you!"[/color] The pokemon turned and gave his trainer a look of determination capped off with a menacing grin. Turning it's glance back to it's towering opponent Riolu took it's fighting pose waiting for instruction. [color=a2d39c]"I have to say Sully I have truly enjoyed this battle. Whatever happens I hope you'll stay for dinner afterwards."[/color] Corbin laughed at the suggestion, his stomach was still full from the three course meal she'd prepared prior to the battle. [color=6ecff6]"While i'd love to take you up on your offer I don't think I could take another bite."[/color] Flora looked slightly dejected by the turning down of the offer. [color=a2d39c]"No matter then. Let's finish this...Chesnaught...Hammer arm!"[/color] Her pokemon immediately sprung into action, closing the distance towards Riolu quickly. [color=6ecff6]"Riolu use the trees!"[/color] Chesnaught drew it's thick arm backwards and thrust it forcefully towards Riolu finding nothing but the floor. Dirt and grassed kicked up into the air as the ground shoot from the force of the blow. Riolu had sidestepped the blow and made for a nearby tree, hiding behind it. The Chesnaught seemed to laugh as it charged the tree, swinging its arm once more. The force split the tree across the middle, spitting splinters out into every direction. With an loud creak the tree began to fall to the side, revealing the hidden Riolu. [color=6ecff6]"Bullet punch!"[/color] Corbin's shout was acted upon immediately, Riolu launching itself towards the Chesnaught. The small pokemons fist connected against the grass types jaw, rocking it's head to the side. Riolu landed several feet behind the Chesnaught and made for the nearest tree. Shaking its head and looking extremely peturbed, the Chesnaught gave chase. It had taken the attack from the smaller pokemon personally and wanted some semblance of vengeance. [color=a2d39c]"Chesnaught stop."[/color] Aunt Flora gave the command as Riolu took up its hiding position once more. [color=a2d39c]"Use seed bomb!"[/color] Chesnaught kept it's distance and instead rounded the tree from range before launching a vicious barrage. The smaller pokemon tried it's best to evade the attack but noticed it too late. It raised it's arms to protect itself but each hit caused an audible crack, the sound of the impact giving away just how forceful the attack was. Soon enough the barrage finished leaving Riolu battered, bruised and on one knee. Not willing to relent Flora gave the order to finish him off. [color=a2d39c]"Hammer arm!"[/color] Chesnaught charged forward, it's bulk shaking the ground beneath its feet with each step. Corbin watched on as his pokemon awaited its fate. Pulling it's arm back once more Chesnaught threw it forward with a ferocity far past anything it had thrown previously. [color=6ecff6]"Reversal now!"[/color] Corbin's Riolu reached up and grabbed hold of the Chesnaught. Using the grass types own momentum Riolu launched it head first into the nearby tree. Branches and leaves rained down to the floor beneath as the pokemons head rattled the entire tree. The grass type hit the floor with a thud before rising back to it's feet. A grimace of pain remained on it's face as it rubbed at the top of the head, looking out for a follow up attack by Riolu. Unfortunately for the smaller pokemon it had expended all of its energy to launch Chesnaught into the tree and had collapsed to the floor. A cheeky grin was spread across it's face as it was recalled to it's pokeball having been knocked out. Corbin looked down at his remaining pokeball, [i][color=6ecff6]Noibat I hope you're ready...it's all or nothing now.[/color][/i] Throwing his pokeball, Noibat emerged before it hit the floor. The pokemon had found it's second wind and wave ready to take on Chesnaught. [color=a2d39c]"She looks like she has made the most of her breather. How about we put it all on the line? One last attack...no tricks. Last pokemon standing wins."[/color] Corbin smiled at the proposal and put full confidence into his small companion. [color=6ecff6]"Ok Flora, if that's what you want."[/color] The young trainer and gym leader paused briefly before shouting out their commands almost simultaneously. [color=a2d39c]"Chesnaught, Take Down!"[/color] [color=6ecff6]"Noibat, Razor Wind!"[/color] Both Pokemon barreled towards each other with dangerous intent, the entire battle resting on the seconds that followed. Chesnaught let out a roar as it launched itself towards Noibat, it's full weight being used as a weapon against the small pokemon. [color=bc8dbf]"NooooooibAAAAAAT![/color] Corbin's pokemon furiously slashed through the air with it's wings launching a strong, cutting gust of wind directly into the Chesnaught's face. As the attack hit the Chesnaught's limbs became limp before it aimlessly crashed to the ground. For a moment there was silence as both Flora and Corbin waited for Chesnaught to rise, but fortunately for the young trainer it didn't. Flora raised her arm and returned Chesnaught to its pokeball. She hung her head for a moment before looking back up at Corbin with a wide smile. [color=a2d39c]"Congratulations Sully! I have no pokemon left to battle with meaning you are the victor and proud new owner of the Rainbow Badge!"[/color] Corbin clenched it fist and thrust it into the air in celebration. [color=6ecff6]Yeeeees! Noibat you did it![/color] Running into the battle arena Corbin headed towards Noibat, a smile stretched across his face. The small bat like pokemon flew to it's trainer and friend, the pair embracing as they enjoyed the victory. However as the pair hugged, the body of Noibat began to glow bright. Corbin could feel Noibat's body growing in his grasp, pushing his arms apart. As the glowing light grew the weight began to push on Corbin before it forced him to the ground. Looking up at the light as it faded revealed that Noibat had evolved into Noivern. It's giant ears flexed, it's eyes shut and it's mouth stretched wide with a smile. Corbin's mouth was wide open, the joy he felt at the evolution making it difficult to think. He wrapped his arms around his pokemon once more. [color=6ecff6]"I knew you could do it!"[/color] His newly evolved pokemon let out a soft sound of agreement. [color=6ecff6]"Come on then Noivern let's get that badge so we can get you a bowl full of spelon berries."[/color] Almost instantly the pokemon launched itself into the air, the sound of it's favourite berries name more than enough to get it to move. As Corbin rose to his feet he was greeted by a smiling Flora. [color=a2d39c]"I haven't seen someone be that close with their pokemon in a long time. Trainers these days just tend to see pokemon as tools rather than the companions and friends that they are."[/color] Corbin nodded in agreement with Flora as she continued on. [color=a2d39c]"Anyway, here is the badge."[/color] Corbin took the badge in hand and marvelled at it for a moment before placing it on the inside of his jacket. [color=6ecff6]"Thank you Flora. That was one of the best battles i've had. It came right down to the wire."[/color] The older woman smiled. [color=a2d39c]"I have to agree, it was exciting to have it come so close at the very end. Anyway, are you sure I can't cook you and your pokemon a meal?"[/color] Corbin reluctantly shook his head. [color=6ecff6]"Sorry Flora, I need to get these guys to the pokecenter and I think Noivern deserves a treat. Besides, it's the solstice festival."[/color] Flora bowed her head in acknowledgement. [color=a2d39c]"Ok Sully. Well I wish you well on your journey, it truly was a pleasure to meet you. Hopefully our paths will cross again in future."[/color] Sully nodded before looking up at Noivern flying high above the arena. [color=6ecff6]"Noivern! Time to go get your spelon berries!"[/color] The pokemon turned on a ninety degree angle and shot down towards the ground beneath. Moments before impacting the floor she slowed her descent, landing comfortably next to her trainer. [color=6ecff6]"Goodbye Flora."[/color] [color=a2d39c]"Take care of yourself Sully. Goodbye Noivern."[/color] Corbin's pokemon politely bid farewell to Flora with a call of its own name before the pair left the gym, heading towards the Celadon City Solstice Festival. [/color]