Reincarnated Into a Pokémon World and Can See Their Hidden Potential?!

The crowd buzzed with excitement as Ray stepped into the battlefield for his second 3v3 battle. The environment this time was a Rocky Plateau—jagged boulders and uneven ground underfoot, designed to challenge mobility and positioning. Ray adjusted his stance calmly, his eyes scanning the terrain while his opponent, a lean trainer with a confident smirk, called out his first Pokémon.

"Let's show them our fire, Monferno!"

The fiery, agile Pokémon leapt onto the battlefield with a flip, flames dancing around its tail and fists. Ray nodded and responded without hesitation.

"Charmander, let's go."

Charmander stepped forward, his tail flame flaring higher than usual—a sign of both tension and anticipation. The moment the referee signaled the start, Monferno dashed forward with blistering speed.

"Mach Punch!" the opposing trainer shouted.

The attack was so fast that Charmander barely dodged. Monferno's knuckles grazed Charmander's side, sending him tumbling back. Ray's eyes narrowed. The gap in experience and speed was clear—Charmander was struggling to keep up.

"Use Smokescreen and reposition!"

Charmander spat out a thick cloud of smoke and darted sideways behind a rock. Monferno hesitated only a moment before charging in again.

The first minutes of the match were brutal. Monferno landed clean hits with Flame Wheel and Fury Swipes, while Charmander's Ember attacks barely slowed his opponent down.

Ray clenched his fists.

"He's strong... but this is exactly what you needed, Charmander. Show me what you've learned!"

Charmander's breathing grew heavier, his footing unsure. But in his eyes burned determination. Monferno lunged forward with another Flame Wheel, expecting to finish the fight.

And that's when it happened.

Charmander let out a roar—not of pain, but of transformation. His body glowed in a brilliant red-orange light, surging with raw energy. The crowd gasped as the silhouette changed shape—limbs stretching, tail flame intensifying.

When the light faded, standing in Charmander's place was Charmeleon.

System Notification:

[Charmander has evolved into Charmeleon!][New Level: 34 | Aptitude: Purple]

Ray's heart pounded in his chest.

"You did it... right in the middle of battle."

Monferno skidded to a stop, briefly stunned by the sudden shift in presence.

"Charmeleon, let's finish this—Dragon Breath!"

Charmeleon exhaled a searing, pale-blue energy beam that struck Monferno head-on. The flaming monkey stumbled back, dazed.

The opponent gritted his teeth. "Keep fighting, Monferno!"

But it was too late. Charmeleon charged in with Slash, his claws glowing with power. The impact sent Monferno sprawling across the rocky terrain—unconscious.

The referee raised a flag. "Monferno is unable to battle. The winner is Ray Virel!"

The crowd erupted in applause, but Ray didn't bask in it. He ran forward, kneeling next to Charmeleon.

"You've grown so much," he said, rubbing his partner's head gently. "You're incredible."

Charmeleon gave a confident growl, fire burning brightly in his tail. He was ready—no, eager—for the challenges ahead.