Pokemon Control (DRAFT, 13+)

Chapter 25: Through the Waves and Flames, Set your Heart Ablaze!

Unbeknownst to Charmander, the ethereal light expanded beyond his vision, cloaking him in a radiant brilliance. Within moments, the dazzling glow initiated a transformative surge, each passing second amplifying his size and power. Gyarados, caught off guard, struggled to comprehend the sudden change, its grip slackening as Charmander's newly grown claws dug into its massive tail. The flame on Charmander's tail blazed brighter, an incandescent symbol of his imminent evolution.

In a stunning turn of events, the beast, formerly convinced it had drowned Charmander, raised its tail from the water, perplexed as to what was expanding in it's grasp. To its shock, Charmander emerged, clinging tenaciously, his grip unwavering. Then, the radiant light burst forth, unveiling his evolved form - a majestic Charmeleon, ready for battle.

On the sidelines, Tyler's eyes widened in confusion, his primal instincts struggling to comprehend the unfolding spectacle. "What the- where did Charmander- IS HE COVERED IN BLOOD? WHY IS HE RED?-"

"No, Tyler... he's fine! Heck, more than fine actually! He's-"

"HE EVOLVED? OH, THANK FUCKING ARCEUS!" Grayson's relief echoed through the tumult, surprising Isa and Tyler with its intensity. A broad grin overtook Tyler's face as he caught up with the excitement, Isa chuckling at Grayson's unexpected burst of enthusiasm. "FUCK YEAH! KICK ITS ASS, RED CHARMANDER!" Tyler shouted, joining in the uproar, his anticipation and exhilaration matching the newfound energy of the evolved Charmander. The battle had reached an electrifying climax, and it appeared that this evolution could just be what was needed to finally shift the tides.

Ignited by Tyler's oddly inspiring words, Charmeleon somersaulted through the air, aiming for Gyarados' massive back. His claws, now infused with draconic energy, struck the serpent upon landing, relentlessly climbing its spine and unleashing a flurry of Dragon Claws that left a mark on the enraged beast.

Gyarados, responding to the unexpected assault, thrashed about furiously, attempting to dislodge Charmeleon. Unyielding, Charmeleon's claws dug deeper into Gyarados' body. Seizing the moment, Scizor burst out of the water, executing a swift X-Scissor to the beast's face, momentarily halting its violent movements. He swiftly descended Gyarados' back, checking on Charmeleon's condition with a worried glance, finding his friend unharmed.

Reassured, Scizor ascended Gyarados once more, initiating a Swords Dance before flipping in front of the beast, a barrage of Bullet Punches connecting with its face, concluding the onslaught with a decisive X-Scissor. Gyarados retaliated, launching an Ice Beam that sent Scizor skidding away, its desperation growing as stamina waned.

Yet, the tide of battle wasn't only against Gyarados. Dartrix, though weakened, pressed on, utilizing Shadow Sneaks to inflict damage despite the evident decline in agility. Seizing the opportunity, Gyarados readied a potent Ice Beam, aiming for Dartrix when she slowed down. However, Scizor intervened, countering the attack with an X-Scissor. The clash revealed their collective frailty, subsiding briefly before Scizor, rallying himself, prepared for another X-Scissor.

Gyarados, attempting a barrage of Shadow Balls, found them cancelled out by Dartrix's Razor Leaves before resorting to another Ice Beam. Just as the impending clash loomed, Charmeleon leapt onto Gyarados' head, unleashing a fiery Flamethrower to nullify the Ice Beam. Swiftly following, he drove Dragon Claws into Gyarados' eyes, forcing them shut and creating an opening for Scizor to advance. The battle's intensity surged as each Pokémon pushed their limits in this climactic confrontation.

With the combined might of its allies, Scizor pressed on, delivering a devastating X-Scissor directly to Gyarados' face. The serpent roared in agony, reeling backward in pain. Sensing the platform's instability, Charmeleon leaped off Gyarados' head, skillfully caught midair by Scizor's claws.