The unparalleled energy waves continued to surge as Dynamax Cannon and Glacial Lance clashed violently in mid-air.
Boom!
Finally, the energy could no longer maintain its balance and exploded.
A shockwave, tangible in its intensity, rippled out, turning the sky into a mix of crimson and ice-blue. The nearby towering snow peaks were obliterated into dust by the force of the shockwave.
Even Ryuu Shiro and Marnie, standing on the ground, were swept up in the gale, forcing them to close their eyes. Fortunately, they were protected by Dragonair.
Time passed slowly as the energy gradually calmed down.
"Neigh~"
Glastrier let out an excited and spirited neigh, charging toward Eternatus with its hooves pounding the air.
For the battle-hungry Glastrier, nothing was more invigorating than a strong opponent.
"This is it! It's been far too long since I've tasted this feeling!"
Calyrex's clear telepathic voice carried a hint of joy.
It had been far too long!
Since its kingdom fell into decline and it secluded itself in the Crown Tundra, it had been countless years since it had experienced such an exhilarating battle.
It was a benevolent king, one that did not enjoy war. It longed for a beautiful and peaceful world.
But Calyrex was also a powerful king!
It, too, yearned for a worthy opponent. And today, after countless years of monotony, it finally relished the joy of battle once more.
"Dragon Claw!"
Ryuu Shiro watched as Ice Rider Calyrex fearlessly charged toward Eternatus, raising an eyebrow slightly.
He hadn't expected the calm and rational Calyrex to have this side to it.
But then again, for Calyrex to tame the fierce and battle-hungry Glastrier as its steed, it must have a side that few knew about.
"Roar~"
Eternatus let out a low growl, its sharp claws glowing with a green light as it swung toward Ice Rider Calyrex, creating a sharp whistling sound.
"Such an attack won't stop me!"
"Halt!"
Ice Rider Calyrex closed in on Eternatus rapidly, and Calyrex's eyes shone with an unparalleled blue light.
Psychic!
Psychic was one of the most versatile Psychic-type moves.
Psychic had two main forms: one was offensive, and the other was control!
Calyrex was originally a Grass/Psychic-type Legendary Pokémon, but Ice Rider Calyrex was a Psychic/Ice-type.
Its psychic abilities were naturally extremely powerful!
However, Eternatus's massive size made it impossible to control it entirely with Psychic.
But merely controlling one of its Dragon Claws and slowing its movements? Ice Rider Calyrex believed it could manage that!
"Glastrier!"
The blue light in Calyrex's eyes grew even more mysterious and profound. Under its control, the once-powerful Dragon Claw gradually slowed down!
Seizing the opportunity, Glastrier accelerated once more!
Boom!
Dodging Eternatus's slowed Dragon Claw, Ice Rider Calyrex slammed into Eternatus's neck with another Double-Edge!
"Roar!"
Eternatus let out a roar of pain, the ominous red glow in its chest intensifying.
"Stop it!"
Noticing this, Calyrex's eyes darkened.
Ice Rider Calyrex leaped back, and as Glastrier let out a neigh, massive ice pillars formed above Eternatus, plummeting toward it.
At the same time, Glastrier's front hooves glowed with an icy blue light, and a twisted beam of light shot toward Eternatus.
Ice Beam!
The Ice Beam struck Eternatus's head, but it only managed to freeze a small portion.
Eternatus was simply too massive!
And the Icicle Crash would take a bit more time to fully descend!
There wasn't enough time to stop it!
"Dynamax Cannon!"
Ryuu Shiro's lips curled into a grin. These minor attacks in exchange for a direct hit from Dynamax Cannon? That was a bargain.
Eternatus's massive size was both a disadvantage and an advantage. As long as Dynamax Cannon hit, Eternatus would gain the upper hand.
"Roar~"
Eternatus's draconic roar echoed once more, and a terrifying crimson beam shot out, aimed directly at Ice Rider Calyrex!
But at that moment, a blue streak of light flew in at incredible speed, arriving behind Eternatus in the blink of an eye. A stunning blue light slashed heavily.
Ryuu Shiro's brow furrowed slightly, but then a mocking smile spread across his face. Perfect timing~
Perfect timing indeed!
Ice Rider Calyrex, noticing the blue streak of light, also had its expression darken instantly.
Boom!
A deafening explosion of energy rang out, but it wasn't from Eternatus's Dynamax Cannon!
A golden energy surge erupted, engulfing most of Eternatus's body.
Under Ice Rider Calyrex's grim gaze, Eternatus let out a pained cry, its massive body losing balance and crashing to the ground.
Yes, it was Zacian, the Crowned Sword, who had struck from behind with Behemoth Blade!
And Eternatus's Dynamax Cannon, due to Zacian's sudden attack, missed Ice Rider Calyrex entirely, veering off into who knows where.
"Menace!"
As the golden energy surge slowly faded, Zacian's eyes were as cold as an icy abyss, looking down at Eternatus, which had crashed heavily into the snow.
Finally found it. Even while being pursued by me, it still managed to provoke Ice Rider Calyrex?
A dense blue light gathered once more, and the shining sword in Zacian's mouth transformed into a massive blue energy blade.
Without hesitation, Zacian prepared to unleash another Behemoth Blade on Eternatus!
However…
"Glastrier!"
A dazzling ice-blue beam shot through the air like lightning, striking Zacian from the side.
Caught off guard, Zacian sensed the danger and turned to defend itself, but it was too late.
Boom!
The explosion sent Zacian flying back a considerable distance.
"Calyrex, what is the meaning of this?"
Zacian's eyes grew even colder as it steadied itself, glaring at Ice Rider Calyrex. Its cold, magnetic, and slightly feminine telepathic voice rang out.
Yes, the one who had attacked it was none other than Ice Rider Calyrex!
"I should be asking you the same question!"
Glastrier trotted through the air, stopping in front of Zacian. Calyrex met Zacian's gaze without fear, its clear and majestic voice filled with deep displeasure and anger.
"Entering my territory without permission, ambushing my opponent—Zacian, I'd like to ask you."
"What is the meaning of this?"
Calyrex's eyes darkened, its telepathic voice carrying a chilling undertone.
Clearly, Calyrex was furious!