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"..." Chris realized that the most powerful move he had ever witnessed in his entire life was probably "Infinite Chaos Form."
A +4 priority move that always hit its target and always struck critical points. These three properties combined together.
What other move could possibly compare to it!
Perhaps even "Dragon Ascent" wasn't as formidable as Infinite Chaos Form.
However, as Chris continued reading the description, he soon discovered the weakness of Infinite Chaos Form.
After using this technique, both the user and the Substitutes would remain in a continuous state of "confusion" that couldn't be dispelled, and the attacks wouldn't stop until they lost the ability to battle.
"Phew..." Chris could now understand why Infinite Chaos Form was so overwhelmingly powerful.
It turned out this move could only be used as a final "mutual destruction" technique against an opponent.
However, even with this limitation, in real-world combat, Infinite Chaos Form could still be compared favorably to Dragon Ascent.
After all, Dragon Ascent was a signature move of a Legendary Pokémon.
"After we return, I'll help you level up properly," Chris decided, taking out a Poké Ball to recall his Crazy Attack Style Urshifu, who was still in a confused state and continuing to attack wildly.
With the return of the main body, all the Substitutes exploded simultaneously and disappeared.
"What name have you decided to give to the school your Urshifu created?" Mustard inquired with genuine interest.
"Crazy Attack Style," Chris replied, believing the designation "Crazy Attack Style" was perfectly appropriate.
The Infinite Chaos Form technique in actual combat was absolutely crazy.
"Excellent choice." Mustard nodded in agreement. The name suited the Urshifu's performance perfectly.
"After some time passes, I plan to train a new Kubfu. Remember to have your Urshifu help teach it when the time comes."
"No problem at all." Chris agreed immediately. Although their schools were different, Mustard still possessed extensive experience as a Urshifu trainer. Chris didn't mind spending additional time learning from him and exchanging knowledge.
"By the way, Teacher, I have another question," Chris suddenly interjected.
"Go ahead."
"Since the Dark Scroll and Water Scroll contain martial arts teachings, does that mean they can also be shown to other Pokémon?"
"Of course," Mustard nodded affirmatively.
"Then can they also comprehend exclusive moves from them?"
Mustard frowned and thought carefully for a moment before replying, "Yes, but it's extremely rare, because the requirements are very demanding. Not only must they possess exceptional talent in combat, but their own Type and fighting style must also align properly."
"As long as their Types don't directly conflict, their body shape is close to humanoid, and their talent is outstanding, comprehension becomes possible."
"Look at the Towers of Two Fists—most of the Pokémon training there are species like Machamp, Hariyama, and Lucario."
Chris stroked his chin thoughtfully. With those requirements in place, many Pokémon would indeed be eliminated from consideration.
However, among all the Pokémon he currently owned, quite a few met these criteria.
Chris immediately retrieved several Poké Balls and released them.
Greninja, Zeraora, Blaziken, Slaking, Garchomp, and Hariyama all materialized before him.
"Come here, take a careful look at these two scrolls and see if you can learn anything from them."
The six Pokémon Chris selected all possessed body shapes similar to humanoids, and their fighting styles favored close-quarters combat.
Well, Garchomp could barely be considered humanoid—at least when standing upright. Chris also wanted to try his luck. If even one or two Pokémon among these six could comprehend an exclusive technique, he would be thoroughly satisfied.
The six Pokémon approached to examine the Dark Scroll and Water Scroll closely.
Chris didn't know whether they could understand the contents or not. At least as a human, he couldn't comprehend them at all. But since Apprentice Bear had understood the scrolls, it clearly wasn't an issue with the written language itself.
Just as Chris suspected, the Pokémon appeared able to understand the text that remained incomprehensible to him.
Before long, they began attempting moves based on the martial arts knowledge they absorbed.
Just like the Kubfu before them.
Chris waited approximately three to four minutes.
Then good news arrived frequently.
[Greninja observes "Dark Scroll" and comprehends the move: Dark Iai Slash]
[Blaziken observes "Dark Scroll" and comprehends the move: Shadow Soul Kick]
[Slaking observes "Dark Scroll" and comprehends the move: Malicious Intent]
[Zeraora observes "Water Scroll" and comprehends the move: Plasma Barrage]
[Greninja observes "Water Scroll" and comprehends the move: Water Mist Hundred Slashes]
A total of five techniques had been mastered, with Greninja alone comprehending two separate moves. This made perfect sense—it possessed both Water-type and Dark-type characteristics, making it naturally more compatible with both scrolls.
Chris carefully reviewed each of these newly learned exclusive moves.
The techniques learned through the Dark Scroll were invariably Dark-type moves, and they all possessed the effect of "always striking critical points."
Even the status-enhancing technique "Malicious Intent" that Slaking had mastered created a condition where the user would "always strike critical points" for a certain duration.
The techniques learned through the Water Scroll were invariably Water-type moves. In addition to possessing an "always hits" effect, they typically involved multiple consecutive strikes.
From this pattern, Chris could conclude that the corresponding martial arts wisdom contained within the two scrolls was essentially "Dark-type moves that guarantee critical hits" and "Water-type moves that guarantee multiple hits."
In the future, if he captured any new Pokémon, he could also have them study the scrolls and potentially comprehend corresponding type-specific techniques.
No wonder, regardless of which Kubfu studied them, the moves they learned were always "Wicked Blow" and "Surging Strikes." Even if there were slight variations, they probably weren't significant. Most trainers couldn't view Pokémon status panels the way Chris could, so they naturally used the traditional move names established by previous generations.
Garchomp and Hariyama hadn't comprehended anything yet, but Chris wasn't concerned. He let them continue studying, and perhaps they might eventually understand something. Even if they couldn't comprehend anything, it didn't matter.
Comprehending five exclusive moves all at once had already far exceeded his expectations—he couldn't afford to be greedy.
While Garchomp and Hariyama continued studying the scrolls, this was the perfect opportunity to test the exclusive moves that had just been learned.
"Teacher," Chris addressed Mustard.
"What is it?" Mustard was currently treating his Urshifu, who had lost its battle capability. These were aging Pokémon—if they didn't receive proper care after intense combat, when they truly grew old, their battle effectiveness would decline rapidly. Not to mention the risk of lingering injuries that could accumulate.
"How about we test a few more moves?" Chris asked somewhat sheepishly.
Mustard's eyelids twitched involuntarily. "Have your Pokémon actually comprehended moves just from observing the scrolls?"
Chris smiled and nodded in confirmation.
Mustard wanted to curse aloud. Why couldn't most of his own Pokémon comprehend anything from them?
Remembering that Chris was his own disciple, and considering how impressively he had already surpassed him, Mustard ultimately refrained from cursing. He simply shook his head with resignation. "No, the injuries my Urshifu sustained will require considerable time to heal properly."
"But don't you still have your Single-Strike Style Urshifu available?"