LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 35: Chapter - 35
3rd Person POV –
Sinnoh League Finals: Jordan Smith vs. Aurora Vega
The stadium on Lily of the Valley Island was alive with energy. Fans cheered, waved banners, and clapped thunderously as the announcer's voice boomed across the arena.
"Welcome to the Sinnoh League Finals!" the announcer declared, his excitement palpable. "Two incredible trainers have battled their way to this stage, and now, it's time to determine the champion! On one side, we have the tactical storm from Sandgem Town—Jordan Smith!"
The crowd roared as Jordan stepped into the stadium. Towering over most trainers, his physique and commanding presence resembled a veteran rather than an 11-year-old prodigy. He raised a hand in acknowledgment, his signature calm expression unchanged as his Garchomp's Poké Ball hung securely on his belt.
"And on the other side, hailing from Snowpoint City, the queen of Ice-types—Aurora Vega!"
Aurora entered to equal applause. Her flowing silver hair glinted in the sunlight, and her icy blue eyes reflected determination. She had climbed through the ranks with her powerful Ice-type Pokémon, earning her place in the finals.
The referee raised a flag. "This will be a six-on-six battle with no time limit! Substitutions are allowed. The winner is declared when all of one side's Pokémon cannot battle. Trainers, are you ready?"
Both nodded, their eyes locked in a fierce exchange.
"Then let the finals... BEGIN!"
On the Giant Television Screen – Round 1: Rhyperior vs. Lapras
Jordan wasted no time, sending out his Rhyperior, a massive, rock-armored titan that shook the battlefield with every step. The crowd gasped at its size—easily larger and more intimidating than a typical Rhyperior.
Aurora countered with Lapras, the elegant Water/Ice-type Pokémon, which sang a soothing cry as it slid onto the battlefield.
"Lapras, open with Hydro Pump!" Aurora commanded.
Lapras unleashed a torrent of high-pressure water, surging toward Rhyperior.
"Rhyperior, brace and use Rock Wrecker!"
Rhyperior planted its feet, tanking the Hydro Pump with its immense bulk before launching a gigantic boulder glowing with energy. The Rock Wrecker tore through the air and collided with Lapras, sliding it backward.
"Lapras, recover with Ice Beam!" Aurora retaliated.
An icy blast shot from Lapras' horn, aiming to freeze Rhyperior in its tracks.
"Dodge and use Earthquake!"
Rhyperior leaped—an impressive feat for a Pokémon of its size—and slammed down, sending shockwaves rippling through the battlefield. The ground cracked beneath Lapras, disrupting its stance and halting its Ice Beam.
Aurora clenched her fists. "Lapras, Perish Song!"
The haunting melody filled the stadium, signaling doom for both Pokémon in three turns.
Jordan smirked. "Rhyperior, finish this fast! Stone Edge!"
Sharp, jagged rocks erupted from the ground, striking Lapras repeatedly. Despite their durability, Lapras collapsed and fainted.
"Lapras is unable to battle!" the referee announced.
Aurora recalled Lapras, her expression calm. "Good start, but this is far from over."
On the Giant Television Screen – Round 2: Metagross vs. Aurorus
Aurora sent out her Aurorus, her ace Pokémon, shimmering with an aura of icy majesty. The Ice/Rock-types elegant sails glowed under the sunlight, and the crowd erupted in cheers.
Jordan responded with Metagross, the steel-clad, four-legged powerhouse. Its glowing red eyes locked onto Aurorus.
"Aurorus, start with Freeze-Dry!"
The chilling attack surged forward, a super-effective move against Metagross despite its Steel typing.
"Metagross, use Meteor Mash!"
Metagross charged forward, its glowing arm colliding with the Freeze-Dry, dispersing the icy energy. It landed a direct hit on Aurorus, forcing the Ice-type to stagger.
Aurora smirked. "Aurorus, Light Screen!"
A shimmering barrier formed around Aurorus, reducing the impact of Metagross's special attacks.
Jordan's voice was calm yet commanding. "Metagross, finish this with Bullet Punch!"
The Steel-type closed the distance in a flash, delivering a rapid strike to Aurorus. The Ice-type fell, unable to continue.
"Auroras is unable to battle!"
Aurora recalled her Pokémon, her determination unfazed. "Time to turn the tide."
Round 3: Steelix (Giant) vs. Walrein
The stadium erupted in gasps as Jordan sent out his Steelix, a giant towering over the field. Its serpentine body gleamed like silver skyscrapers, each segment larger than most Pokémon.
Aurora's choice was Walrein, the bulky Ice/Water-type. Though dwarfed by Steelix, it roared defiantly.
"Walrein, use Blizzard!" Aurora commanded.
The freezing storm enveloped the battlefield, but Steelix barely flinched. Its massive size and Steel typing gave it the edge.
"Steelix, Iron Tail!"
Steelix swung its enormous tail, crashing it into the ground and sending shockwaves through the ice. Walrein struggled to keep its footing.
"Walrein, Sheer Cold!"
The one-hit KO move was a gamble. A chilling beam raced toward Steelix, but the massive serpent dodged, coiling with surprising agility.
"Steelix, finish it with Earthquake!"
The ground erupted beneath Walrein, sending it flying. It landed with a thud, unable to battle.
"Walrein is unable to battle!"
The crowd roared at Steelix's overwhelming display of power.
On the giant Television Screen – Round 4: Floatzel vs. Jynx
Aurora sent out her Jynx, the Ice/Psychic-type, while Jordan chose his speedy Floatzel.
"Jynx, use Lovely Kiss!"
Jynx's hypnotic power sent Floatzel into a daze, rendering it immobile.
Aurora seized the opportunity. "Follow up with Psychic!"
Jynx's psychic energy lifted Floatzel and slammed it to the ground.
"Floatzel, snap out of it and use Aqua Jet!"
Breaking free from its daze, Floatzel enveloped itself in water and surged forward, striking Jynx. The Psychic-type faltered but retaliated with Ice Beam, landing a critical hit.
Despite Floatzel's speed, Jynx managed to overwhelm it.
"Floatzel is unable to battle!"
On the giant Television Screen – Round 5: Salamence vs. Abomasnow
Jordan sent out Salamence, the fearsome Dragon/Flying-type, while Aurora's choice was Abomasnow, its Snow Warning ability blanketing the battlefield in hail.
"Abomasnow, Ice Punch!"
"Salamence, Flamethrower!"
The fiery attack collided with Abomasnow's icy strike, resulting in an explosive clash. Salamence followed up with Dragon Claw, overpowering the Grass/Ice-type.
"Abomasnow is unable to battle!"
On the giant Television Screen – Final Round: Garchomp vs. Baxcalibur
Aurora's final Pokémon was Baxcalibur, the Dragon/Ice powerhouse. Jordan's ace, Garchomp, took the stage to thunderous applause.
The two dragons roared, their presence electrifying the crowd.
"Baxcalibur, use Glaive Rush!"
"Garchomp, counter with Dragon Rush!"
The two titanic moves clashed, sending shockwaves through the stadium. The dragons exchanged blows, each landing devastating hits.
Aurora shouted, "Baxcalibur, Icicle Crash!"
The attack rained down, but Garchomp dodged with blinding speed.
"Garchomp, end this with Outrage!"
Garchomp glowed with draconic fury, slamming into Baxcalibur repeatedly. Despite its resilience, Baxcalibur couldn't withstand the onslaught.
"Baxcalibur is unable to battle! The winner is Jordan Smith!"
The stadium erupted in cheers as Jordan was declared the Sinnoh League Champion. Aurora approached him with a smile, shaking his hand.
"You earned it," she said, her voice warm despite the loss.
Jordan nodded. "You were amazing. I won't forget this battle."
As the confetti rained down, the crowd chanted Jordan's name, celebrating the boy who had conquered the Sinnoh League at just 11 years old.
Reaction in the Stadium
The atmosphere in the Lily of the Valley Island stadium was electric. Every seat was packed with fans, their eyes glued to the battlefield as the final clash between Jordan's Garchomp and Aurora's Baxcalibur unfolded.
The crowd erupted when Garchomp's Outrage delivered the decisive blow, cementing Jordan's victory. People jumped to their feet, cheering, clapping, and waving banners emblazoned with "Jordan Smith: The Storm of Sinnoh!"
"Did you see that?" one fan shouted, barely audible over the noise. "He took down Baxcalibur like it was nothing!"
Another fan waved a Jordan-themed flag. "That Garchomp is a beast! No wonder he's undefeated!"
A child sitting near the front tugged on their father's sleeve, eyes wide. "I want to train a Garchomp just like Jordan's!"
Vendors scrambled to keep up with demands for snacks and memorabilia, as the crowd celebrated what many were already calling one of the greatest battles in Sinnoh League history.
Poke-Net: Live Reactions
Poke-Net, the global social network for Pokémon enthusiasts, was abuzz with live reactions from viewers worldwide. The hashtag #SinnohLeagueFinals was trending in every region within minutes of the match's conclusion.
@TrainerFanatic87: Jordan's Garchomp is on another level. Outrage was perfectly executed! Absolute legend.
@IceQueenAuroraFan: Aurora put up an incredible fight. That Baxcalibur was amazing. She's a queen in my book!
@PokeFactsCentral: Fun fact: Jordan Smith just became the youngest Sinnoh League Champion in history. And he's only 11! #Prodigy
@GymLeaderBrock: Jordan's team is insane. That Steelix is the size of a skyscraper! Who even trains Pokémon like that?!
@AshAndAdventure: This match just inspired me to train harder. Someday, I'll battle someone like Jordan!
Fan art of Jordan and Aurora's final clash began flooding Poke-Net. Some showed Garchomp and Baxcalibur roaring at each other in the middle of their intense battle. Others depicted Jordan standing triumphantly with his entire team, confetti raining down around him.
Televised Commentary
On televisions and streams around the world, commentators narrated the match with awe and excitement, bringing the energy of the finals into people's homes.
"Ladies and gentlemen, we've just witnessed history!" the lead commentator exclaimed as Garchomp stood victorious. "Jordan Smith has cemented his place as the Sinnoh League Champion, defeating Aurora Vega in an unforgettable battle!"
The co-commentator chimed in, her voice full of admiration. "Jordan's Garchomp was phenomenal, but let's not forget his entire team. From his colossal Steelix to the precision of his Metagross and Salamence, every Pokémon played a crucial role in his journey to victory."
The broadcast then cut to slow-motion replays of key moments:
Rhyperior's Rock Wrecker blasting through Lapras' Ice Beam.
Steelix towering over Walrein as it executed a devastating Earthquake.
The final clash between Garchomp's Outrage and Baxcalibur's Glaive Rush, with energy crackling around them.
The analysts broke down the match in detail.
"Jordan's strategy was impeccable," one analyst said. "He used his team's natural power and their size advantage perfectly, but he also adapted to Aurora's clever Ice-type counters. That's what makes him such a dangerous opponent."
Another analyst nodded. "And let's not forget Aurora Vega. She may not have won, but her creative use of moves like Perish Song and Sheer Cold shows why she made it to the finals."
Viewers at Home
Families, trainers, and Pokémon enthusiasts across the world were glued to their screens, watching the Sinnoh League Finals unfold.
In Kanto, a woman leaned forward on her couch, a Pikachu plush in her lap. "That boy is incredible," she said, her voice filled with wonder. "Jason could learn a thing or two from him!"
In Johto, a group of trainers at a Pokémon Center cheered loudly, spilling soda and popcorn as they watched the final moments. "Garchomp is unstoppable!" one shouted, while another added, "That Baxcalibur was amazing, too. What a battle!"
In Hoenn, Steven Stone, the region's Champion, watched the match with a smile. "That Metagross was well-trained," he remarked to himself. "Jordan has a bright future."
Even in Unova, trainers were buzzing with excitement. A young trainer in Nimbasa City turned to their friend. "I'm heading to Sinnoh next! I need to see where legends like Jordan are made."
Back in the stadium, the announcer spoke over the cheers.
"Trainers and fans, this match will be remembered for years to come. Jordan Smith has not only claimed the Sinnoh League title but has also inspired trainers around the world. Who knows what lies ahead for this rising star?"
Aurora Vega, despite her loss, smiled as she waved to the crowd. Fans chanted her name as well, recognizing her valiant effort.
Meanwhile, Jordan stood in the center of the battlefield, Garchomp by his side. As confetti rained down, he raised the Sinnoh League trophy high above his head, the crowd roaring louder than ever.
This combination of live audience reactions, social media buzz, and televised commentary captures the scope of excitement surrounding Jordan's victory. Let me know if you'd like to expand any specific section further!