I thought the Totem Raticate looked like he controlled a mafia, but I have to admit: The Salazzle Totem is not just about looks, she is definitely a mafia boss.
"Rock Throw," Midnight attacked, but as expected, a simple order from Salazzle caused a dozen Salandit to jump in the way and receive the damage instead. "Jump on them," he went on using the many subordinates to achieve a privileged height. "Rock Throw again,"
The many sharp stones finally had a good angle to reach it, but her speed was insane and with a twist of her tail a wave of poison prevented or deflected all the prognoses.
Truth be told, this is not a good thing. Midnight has the advantage of type, it resists both attacks and can also cause super effective damage, but the absurd number of loyal soldiers, and the ridiculous speed of the leader makes us at a serious disadvantage.
"Faust, keep them away from Midnight," The not-so-small pokemon went towards the enemies by rotating his arms with various types of elements imbued in them, which I already learned is his signature. Electricity, fire or simple punches that sent the many lizards away were an inspiring sight for us, it seems that the little guy will be a good and unexpected addition for the team.
The Totem did not like that and used a Flamethrower against him, but Midnight hit him with a very weak Tackle but that was enough to get him out of the way by rolling and then he fled too, but I had a big surprise when the blow almost hit me. I managed to dodge it but Midnight and Faust were obviously concerned now, I looked into Salazzle eyes I could see an almost human malice.
My pokemons returned and prostrated themselves in front of me with a hostile stance. I really appreciate the gesture, but if we want to win we cannot be defensive.
"Faust, use Double Edge to clear the way," He ran like a Mini Tractor and literally opened up the sea of Salandit that protected the leader. "Midnight Rock Throw," He stepped forward with a look of piercing determination and threw the projectiles again, but she dodged as she moved toward him, which was clearly a mistake. "Crush Claw," His paws were outlined by a violent white aura and he hit her straight in the face. And to improve, I could see that a purple aura surrounded it for a second, decreasing its defense.
"Just one more attack and we won," I felt a trickle of sweat drip down from the side of my forehead. This is clearly not the most difficult Trial I had to face (Damn all Wishiwashi) but I still feel my adrenaline rushing through my veins. "Rock Throw again," The stones around his neck shone, but before he attacked I saw Salazzle malicious eyes getting more dangerous than ever, and instinctively I ran towards them.
She opened her mouth and from there a huge cloud of purple and clearly poisonous smoke came out. Midnight was trapped since he couldn't possibly dodge being so close. Well, not without help. "Stay on the plan," was the last thing I said before literally kicking him and sending him flying.
Salazzle looked at me in surprise when the poisonous smoke cloud hit me and all the surrounding area. I started coughing even though I tried to cover my mouth and nose, but clearly it was in vain. Above me, Midnight had the attack ready and hit Salazzle hard. "Finish with Crush Claw!"
Using all the momentum of gravity, he fell with one last devastating attack and the Totem fell to the ground unconscious.
At the sight of the defeated leader, all the minions ran away desperately, a good thing given the fact I think we would not be at the best position to deal with them.
Midnight looked at Salazzle breathlessly and howled into the night sky. A blinding light came around his body and I smiled when I saw what was clearly happening. In just a few seconds a majestic wolf stands in front of me. With dark red fur and a thick mane that runs from its back to the top of its head. It has a short, stubby tail, folded ears and eyes that glow bright red with no visible iris or sclera. A fringe of black fur hangs over its face, and two pointed rocks emerge from either side of its waist.
He looked at himself and with an expression of satisfaction he howled to the moon again. Faust approached me and pointed at himself and then at Midnight. I smiled and put it on my shoulders. "Later friend, this is his moment,"
"What did you say?" I yelled into the phone.
"Exactly what you heard," Hala replied seriously. "Tapu Koko brought a girl to me and asked me to take care of her,"
"How she looks like?" I asked holding my cap.
"Milk-white skin, but long, colorful hair like the rainbow. I think she's about 15, but I still haven't gotten any other information,"
"Rainbow Hair?" Something about this is familiar to me. "Is she pretending to sleep while listening to you talking?"
"I have no doubt about it," Hala confirmed.
"Take care of her until I arrive," I looked at the clock. "I have to see one last thing here and soon I will come to you," I hung up the phone and headed towards the place where the Fire Trial is probably taking place. I think I have useful information to share with that girl.