NOVEL NEXT Chapter 54: Misty and Brock performance
As the applause for Lila and her Vaporeon subsided, the announcer's voice resonated through the venue once more.
"And now, ladies and gentlemen, let's give a warm welcome to Misty from Cerulean City, the Water Pokémon Trainer extraordinaire! Known as the Cerulean Gym Leader, Misty is here to dazzle us with her Starmie!"
The crowd erupted in cheers as Misty confidently walked onto the stage, wearing a sparkling ocean-blue outfit adorned with pearls and starfish patterns. Her Starmie, spinning gracefully beside her, caught the stage lights, its core gemstone gleaming brilliantly.
Misty began her performance with a simple, confident command.
"Starmie, Swift!"
Starmie launched dozens of golden stars into the air, each twinkling like real celestial bodies. The stars spiraled upward in a synchronized pattern before raining down gently, creating a glowing canopy around the stage.
"Now, Rapid Spin!"
Starmie spun rapidly, its core gem radiating multicolored light. As it moved through the falling stars, it created a dazzling vortex of light and color, captivating the audience.
Misty extended her arm dramatically, and Starmie responded with a combination of Water Gun and Bubble Beam. Streams of water intertwined with shimmering bubbles, forming a liquid ribbon that danced gracefully around the stage.
"Let's add some sparkle—Ice Beam!"
Starmie's Ice Beam froze portions of the water and bubbles mid-air, creating delicate sculptures of ice that refracted the stage lights into rainbows.
The audience gasped as Misty twirled through the misty air, her outfit glittering like waves under sunlight.
"Time for the grand finale, Starmie! Use Thunderbolt!"
Starmie unleashed a controlled Thunderbolt into the frozen sculptures, causing them to shatter into countless tiny shards. The fragments sparkled like stars as they fell, giving the illusion of a meteor shower.
"Finish it with Hydro Pump!"
A powerful Hydro Pump launched the remaining shards high into the air, where they caught the stage lights one last time before cascading down as a glimmering rain of light.
Misty stood in the center of the stage, her arms raised in triumph, as Starmie hovered beside her, spinning and glowing.
The crowd erupted into thunderous applause, some rising to their feet to cheer. Misty curtsied gracefully, while Starmie performed a slow, elegant spin as if bowing alongside her.
The cheers grew louder, and the camera panned across the enraptured faces in the audience.
In the audience, Brock gave a low whistle.
"Misty really outdid herself this time. That was incredible."
Meanwhile, Ethan leaned back in his seat, smirking slightly as he whispered to his Sylveon, "Well, she's good, I'll give her that." His Sylveon nuzzled him in agreement.
The audience buzzed with excitement as the next contestant prepared to take the stage.
As the cheers for Misty's breathtaking display finally subsided, the announcer took to the microphone once again.
"Up next, we have Brock, a talented Pokémon Breeder and former Pewter City Gym Leader! Known for his rock-solid strategies and deep bond with his Pokémon, Brock will be performing with his trusty Onix!"
The crowd's curiosity peaked. Unlike the flashier Water Pokémon or elegant performances they had just witnessed, a Rock Pokémon's display promised something different.
Brock walked confidently onto the stage, his brown jacket blending with the earthy tones of his Pokémon. He raised his hand high.
"Onix, let's start this!"
The ground beneath the stage trembled slightly as Onix emerged, its massive, serpentine form curling around Brock. Its rocky surface glinted in the stage lights, each boulder-like segment gleaming as if polished. The sheer size and presence of Onix earned an immediate gasp from the audience.
"Rock Polish!" Brock commanded.
Onix began to shine brighter, its rocky body reflecting the stage lights more vividly, creating a surprising visual contrast to its rugged appearance. The crowd murmured in appreciation of the unexpected elegance.
"Now, Onix, use Rock Throw!"
Onix launched a series of rocks high into the air with its tail. As they reached their apex, Brock gave the next command.
"Smash them with Iron Tail!"
With a swift, metallic glow enveloping its tail, Onix struck each rock mid-air, shattering them into smaller, shimmering fragments. The fragments fell like a glittering stone rain around the stage, creating a ruggedly beautiful scene.
"Bind!" Brock called out.
Onix coiled itself tightly into a spiraling formation, the glowing fragments cascading around its form, giving the illusion of a stone sculpture coming to life.
"Now for the final move! Earthquake, but controlled!"
Onix raised its head and slammed its tail onto the stage floor with calculated force, causing the ground to tremble just enough to make the shimmering fragments bounce and dance in the air. Combined with the earlier Rock Polish, the light bouncing off Onix and the stone fragments created an almost celestial effect.
As the vibrations settled, Onix extended its massive body and raised its head high, letting out a deep, resonant cry that echoed through the venue.
The crowd, initially silent in awe, erupted into applause. While not as dazzling or intricate as Misty's performance, Brock's display of power, precision, and control struck a chord with many in the audience.
The announcer's voice cut through the applause.
"What a remarkable showcase of strength and precision by Brock and his mighty Onix! Let's give them another round of applause!"
The audience clapped enthusiastically as Onix coiled around Brock protectively before retreating to its Poké Ball. Brock gave a small bow and left the stage, satisfied with his performance.