Team Rocket's Second-in-Command!

If Ditto really had used Drill Peck to attack Skarmory's rear, it would've sullied its image entirely.

For now, Skarmory was left nursing its bruised pride (and tail) as it rocketed skyward after Ditto's sneak attack.

But neither Luo Yuan nor Ditto planned to let up.

Luo Yuan's strategy had always been about pressing the advantage and finishing opponents in one decisive wave.

"Ditto, Flash Cannon!"

The same move that had appeared earlier in the battle now returned, unleashed by Ditto in its Skarmory form.

After a brief charge, a dazzling beam shot skyward, striking the recovering Skarmory dead center.

Still reeling from the earlier hit, Skarmory tumbled through the air, spiraling downward.

Steven's heart sank.

Fortunately, Skarmory's special defense and resilience were solid. Though injured, it wasn't out yet. Skarmory managed to stabilize itself mid-fall and narrowly dodged the follow-up Air Cutter.

Steven let out a sigh of relief.