Convinced.
This time, audiences all over the world were completely convinced.
Ash and Pikachu...
They were truly unexpected.
No one anticipated they would defeat Mr. Brandon and the legendary Pokémon, Regice, in this manner.
Audiences could no longer underestimate this world-class Trainer.
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**On the screen:**
**[ Ash Peak Battle ③: ]**
**[ Trainer Ash VS Battle Pyramid Leader Brandon. ]**
**[ Battle Pokémon: Pikachu VS Regice! ]**
**[ Battle Result: Ash and Pikachu won. ]**
**[ Reward to the winner, Ash: Alola Region's unique ore - Z Pure Crystal. ]**
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**Kanto Region, Cinnabar Island**
Ash, now victorious, saw a golden ball of light appear above the Pokémon Center.
The glowing orb slowly descended into Ash's palm.
It transformed into a saffron-colored crystal bearing a lightning symbol.
"What is this...?"
The original trio all looked puzzled.
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**Palace Gate Stadium Audience Seats**
"Z Crystal? What's that?"
"It's a crystal produced in the special mineral veins of the South China Sea's Alola Region. There are many types of Z Crystals, each corresponding to one of the 18 Pokémon attributes or specific Pokémon."
"With a Z Crystal and a Z Bracelet, Trainers can use Z-Moves."
"Z-Moves involve channeling the natural power of the Trainer—'Z Power'—to amplify a Pokémon's move into a devastating special attack."
"This move is far more powerful than any of the Pokémon's usual moves, but it places a great burden on both the Trainer and the Pokémon. As a result, it can only be used once per battle."
"Ash and Pikachu have now obtained the Alola Region's Electric Z Crystal, allowing them to unleash the **Ultimate Thunder Volt Flash**, a move that surpasses even Volt Tackle!"
Professor Oak explained calmly.
His cousin, the principal of the Pokémon School in Alola, had taught him much about Z Crystals.
**Ultimate Thunder Volt Flash...**
The audience buzzed with chatter upon hearing the name.
"Ultimate Thunder Volt Flash... The name alone sounds incredible," said Diantha.
"The most critical thing is that it's significantly stronger than Pikachu's Volt Tackle. Even Ground-type Pokémon might struggle to endure it," Cynthia remarked seriously.
"Pure crystals... mineral veins... Hehehe~"
Steven Stone chuckled excitedly.
**Alola...**
**Alola...**
**Here I come!!!**
Seeing Steven's excited expression, Diantha felt uneasy.
This "stone fanatic" always had her on edge.
She recalled the Carbinks in the Kalos Region, Pokémon that formed deep underground under extreme heat and pressure.
Carbinks had unique qualities—they could polish their gem-like bodies using their fluffy beards and emit high-energy rays from their cores.
Additionally, among the Carbink population, there existed a rare mutation: **Diancie**, the queen of the Diamond Kingdom.
Diancie's radiant pink body and its ability to create diamonds from carbon in the air earned it the title of the most beautiful Pokémon in the world.
Diantha thought for a moment.
If Steven ever found out about Diancie...
He'd dig relentlessly across the Kalos Region to find it.
**Best not to mention it to him, for now.**
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**Alola Region, Pokémon School**
"Our Z Crystals are famous now," said Sophocles, watching Ash obtain the Z Crystal.
"Yes," Professor Kukui nodded.
As he looked at Ash on the screen, he couldn't help but admire the bond between Ash and Pikachu.
It was dazzling—strong enough to bring out the full power of the Z Crystal.
At that moment, Tapu Koko appeared quietly in a corner of the school, observing Ash and Pikachu's victory on the screen.
Even Tapu Koko seemed to admire their strength.
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Ash and Pikachu were now global sensations.
Not only had they defeated Mr. Brandon and Regice, but they had also earned a Z Crystal—a prize envied by many.
The audience became even more confident in Ash's abilities, solidifying their belief in his potential to reach the top of the Masters Eight Tournament.
"Greninja, Charizard, Pikachu... I'm looking forward to battling you even more, Ash," said Leon, brimming with excitement.
He couldn't wait for the day they would clash!
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**Palace Gate Stadium Audience Seats**
"Pikachu's battle is over. It looks like the fourth peak battle is about to begin."
"Every victory and defeat so far has been beyond our expectations. I'm now fully convinced—Ash is the one to support!"
"Heh, you say that now, but when another legendary Pokémon like Regice shows up, you'll immediately switch sides."
"This time, I'll stand by Ash no matter what!" one Trainer declared confidently.
If Ash could defeat legendary Pokémon, was there anything he couldn't overcome?
Unless he faced someone like Leon, Cynthia, or an even stronger legendary Pokémon than Articuno and Regice...
Who wouldn't believe in Ash's ability to create miracles?
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, the fourth peak battle was about to begin.
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