Chris 2.0 VS Aragornbird: Ref Ace64

[Chris 2.1]

Finally got a free slot.

3-3
One out at a time
DQ Time: 2 weeks
Arena: You decide
Banned Moves: None
I send out first, you attack first.


I choose my Aron, Daedalus [M]. Go Daedal!

[Phoenixsong]

I can ref this for you, if you'd like.

[aragornbird]

Sure Phoenixsong, you can ref.

Stadium = Indigo Plateau because I am feeling uncreative at the moment =\

And I'll send out Manwë, my Male Aerodactyl!
First, take to the air and use Flamethrower. Then, go for paralysis with Dragonbreath, and end with another Flamethrower.

Flamethrower - Dragonbreath - Flamethrower

Taunt any non-damaging moves and throw back any Rock Slides with Strength.

[Chris 2.1]

Shoot a water pulse at it and once its wet, use shock wave. Then encase it in a rock tomb!

[Chris 2.1]

Phoenixsong?

[aragornbird]

Last Active: May 31, 2006, 09:39:45 PM

So she's still active, maybe she just forgot?

[Chris 2.1]

Lets hope so.

[Chris 2.1]

Phoenixsong?

[Phoenixsong]

SO sorry I forgot. Just one thing, though: by Indigo Plateau, do you mean with or without the switchy field-type things? As soon as I know that I can write the reffing.

[Chris 2.1]

Without

[Chris 2.1]

Phoenixsong?

[Phoenixsong]

Obviously this isn't working out. *sigh*

I'm sorry for keeping you guys waiting for like three months, and I do hate to be the bearer of bad news, but I just don't think I can do this. I work slowly, have a crappy internet connection and the attention span of a rock, and so have come to realize it's probably best for me to focus on one match at a time. As I'm already farther along with another match, well... I'm [b]terribly sorry[/i]. You can either find another, faster ref or, since this has taken so long already, you might want to just stop and free up a slot.

Again, I'm REALLY sorry. I feel terrible about leading you guys on like this but I really think I'd stand a better chance of actually finishing reffings if I worked one at a time. Curse my ADD self... sorry. *slaps wrist* Bad ref! Bad!

[Chris 2.1]

Dont worry about it, it was very good of you to offer but if you're too busy its perfectly understandable.

New ref....anyone?

[Ace64]

I'll take this. Have it up soon.

[aragornbird]

Thanks a lot, Ace!

[Ace64]

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 100%
Energy: 100%
Status: Fighting fit.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 100%
Energy: 100%
Status: Fighting fit.

Aragornbird and Manwë:
Flamethrower~Dragonbreath~Flamethrower
Chris 2.0 and Daedalus:
Water Pulse~Shockwave~Rock Tomb

Round One, Begin!

After a long delay, the battle between two of ASB's veterans finally begins. Manwë flaps his heavy wings once, twice, and takes to the air, high above the diminutive Daedalus. After a long exhale, the Aerodactyl releases a great cone of flame.(-8% energy) Daedalus counters by firing a long burst of water glimmering a violet shade. (-8% energy) Manwë's watered-down flames reach Daedalus, but a bit of warm water flies upward through his attack, striking him in the chest. (7% damage- Manwë, 8% damage- Daedalus) The Aron's metal skin heats up, but phase one of his plan was sucessful.

Manwë takes a few quick breaths, banking in mid-air to gain a better shot at the Aron. This time, the rock-bird expels greenish flames. It's effect isn't quite as powerful as a full-power Flamethrower, but the draconic flames have a different purpose: they feel almost like water to Daedalus, and his muscles tense and unclench randomly. (9% damage, -8% energy) Strange. Nonetheless, he manages to release a burst of electricity, that homes in on the drenched spot on the Aerodactyl's chest. (10% damage, -8% energy) The water helps conduct the voltage, but dries up in the attack.

Manwë tries one more Flamethrower, this time at full strength. Daedalus shrieks, heating as his Greek counterpart once did after his own flight. (10% damage,-8% energy) Even so, he takes aim at the hovering beast, and calls out to the rolling earth below. In response, tectonic plates shift, and three great spires of rock jut upwards, trapping the Aerodactly around his chest. Pinned, Manwë begins to struggle painfully. (6% damage, -6% energy)

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 77%
Energy: 76%
Status: Half of body, excluding wings, trapped.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 73%
Energy: 78%
Status: Muscles tensing. Paralysis has not occured,but additional stress may cause muscle failure. (1 round)

[Chris 2.1]

Seal the pinned beast! Rock tomb again. Then swords dance and earthquake (if its on the ground, it'll effect it flying type or not). If it breaks out, use double team then metal claw.

[aragornbird]

Use Rock Tomb to your advantage. Lift the rocks up with Ancientpower and hurl them at Aron. Then use Earthquake to clear away the double team, and finally, Flamethrower as it comes at you.

Ancientpower - Earthquake - Flamethrower

[Ace64]

Hmm...did I tell you guys that I don't ref energy loss as a KO, anymore? If you've got a problem with it, say so, and I'll ref normally.

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 77%
Energy: 76%
Status: Half of body, excluding wings, trapped in tomb.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 73%
Energy: 78%
Status: Muscles tensing. Paralysis has not occured,but additional stress may cause muscle failure. (1 round)

Chris 2.0 and Daedalus:
Rock Tomb~Double Team~Metal Claw
Aragornbird and Manwë:
Ancientpower~Earthquake~Flamethrower

Round Two, Begin!

Like the tomb of an ancient king or a terrible monster, Daedalus attempts to drive the trap home. Three more pillars of bedrock rise up from the earth, sealing Manwë entirely. (7% damage, -6% energy) For a moment, nothing happens. Then, mysteriously, the tomb begins to fall apart, breaking into smaller rock fragments. Manwë shrieks with triumph, his eyes glimmering an earthy brown, as the rocks hang suspended in mid-air. As one, they blast towards Daedalus, covering him in the rubble. (7% damage, -6% energy)

With an effort, Daedalus pulls himself free of the rocks, scratched and scraped. Concentrating, three more Aron clones appear on the field instantly. (-3% energy) They don't last long. The Aerodactly descends towards the ground and slams his talons into the ground, sending the earth into a shivering convulsion. Daedalus' clones disappear in the shake-up. (9% damage, -8% energy)

Manwë fires another Flamethrower, hitting Daedalus head on. Daedalus cries out in pain, but stubbornly continues on through the flames. (10% damage,-8% energy) His steel frame is more than sturdy enough for him to keep his feet. When he reaches Manwë, the small Aron leaps up and digs his painfully hard claws into the bird.Steel is brutally effective on rock skin. (8% damage, -5% energy)

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 62%
Energy: 54%
Status: Confident.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 47%
Energy: 64%
Status: Blackened, but fine.

[aragornbird]

That's all right, Ace. But what happens when a Pokemon loses all of its energy?

Good job, Manwë, now take to the air with Fly to get out of reach. Then hit him with Swift and a Flamethrower.

Fly - Swift - Flamethrower

If Daedalus tries Swagger or Double Team, hit it with Earthquake.

[Chris 2.1]

strike with a shock wave. Next use rain dance and finsih by firing a water pulse at the flamethrower.

[Ace64]

Damnit...could you edit the title for ref, so I could find this battle? Lost it for a while..

Aragornbird: When a Pokemon loses all of his energy, all moves for three turns( from where 0% energy is reached) will be slowed down, and combos will generally fail. After three turns, the Pokemon gets a 'second wind,' and is able to fight normally again. Also, their energy goes up 35-40%. This only happens once, to each Pokemon. I figure that's plenty of time to beat each other's brains out. I'd like to see a good fight, rather than a quick battle.

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 62%
Energy: 54%
Status: Confident.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 47%
Energy: 64%
Status: Blackened, but fine.

Chris 2.0 and Daedalus:
Shock Wave~Rain Dance~Water Pulse
Aragornbird and Manwë:
Fly~Swift~Flamethrower

Round Three, Begin!

With an impressive wingspan, Manwë has no trouble flying up, up and away, leaving Daedalus alone on the field.(-6% energy) The shadow of the rock bird passes over the Aron ominously, but he shows no sign of fear. Quickly, he fires a small round bolt of electric energy, which zooms upward into the air. No matter how Manwë dips and dodges, he can't escape the hum of Shockwave. (8% damage, -7% energy)

Manwë wheels around, lining up with Daedalus, and fires off a string of pointy stars. Daedalus has no hope of escaping them, but with his steel hide, they don't bother him too much. (5% damage, -4% energy) In fact, the Aron is too busy calling the rainclouds with a nifty interpretive dance. It's disturbing and confusing, so it achieves its purpose perfectly. Fat raindrops begin to fall, as the Aerodactyl looks on in discomfort. (-4% energy)

Rain isn't the best conditions to fly in, especially when you're made of rock. Manwë begins to fly lower, losing altitude, but it suits his purposes as he spits forth a stream of flame.(-8% energy) However, the flames are weakened by the downpour, and then quenched by the blast of supersonic water Daedalus lets loose. (11% damage, -8% energy) Manwë shivers violently, his frame dripping water.

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 51%
Energy: 36%
Status: Wet and uncomfortable.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 42%
Energy: 45%
Status: Glistening, feels better.

Rain: 4 more rounds.

EDIT: Health. Oops.

[Chris 2.1]

Yep I'll edit it Ace.

Great work Daedal. Use Shock wave, Iron Defence then Shock wave again.

[aragornbird]

Daedalus didn't lose any health that round? (hint: 5%)

Come down for an Iron Tail, then Taunt to stop him from defending himself, then give him a mighty Earthquake.

Iron Tail - Taunt - Earthquake

[Ace64]

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 51%
Energy: 36%
Status: Wet and uncomfortable.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 42%
Energy: 45%
Status: Glistening, feels better.

Chris 2.0 and Daedalus:
Shock Wave~Iron Defense~Shock Wave
Aragornbird and Manwë:
Iron Tail~Taunt~Earthquake

Round Four, Begin!

With the rain coming down steadily, it's harder for Manwë to keep a high altitude. So, he decides to head lower, straight for Daedal, his tail glimmering. The Aron squeaks, a bit uncomfortable in the rain due to his earthy nature, but nonetheless prepares an electric charge. He realizes the burst just as Manwë knocks him sideways with an Iron Tail.(7% damage, -6% energy) There is a resounding CLANG as iron meets steel. However, the Aerodactyl's attack inadvertently works against him, as his wet, metal coated tail acts as a conductor for the Shock Wave. (10% damage, -8% energy) Science sucks.

Manwë shrieks, feeling the charge go through his veins. Daedal ignores him, turning inward, trying to concentrate the minerals within his body to an even higher state. However, he is interrupted by the cries of Manwë, along with several disparaging remarks. The nicest ones involve his brother and a questionable Ralts, along with his mother being processed as the toes for a pair of steel-tipped boots. (-4% energy) Daedal halts his move, furious.

The Aerodactly chuckles in amusement as he swoops lower. Both of his hind legs slam briefly into the earth, creating a shockwave of tremors. (9% damage, -8% energy) Daedal stands tall, enraged by the Taunt, and fires a Shock Wave of his own, which nails Manwë in the gut. (9% damage, -8% energy) That much electricity to the stomach can't be good for you...

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 32%
Energy: 18%
Status: Nauseous. Nerves tingling.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 26%
Energy: 29%
Status: Shaken up and pissed off. Attacks only- 1 round.

Rain: 3 more rounds.

[aragornbird]

Use a triple Earthquake. But if he uses Shock Wave, use Iron Tail and place it on the ground to absorb the attack, and then continue Quaking from that position. If he uses Water Pulse, use rocks from AncientPower to block the attack and hurl them at him.

[Chris 2.1]

Use metal sound to deafen it. Next use rock tomb to trap it. If that works, use earthquake. If it doesn't, use the protruding rocks to leap up and slash it with metal claw.

Note: Rock tomb SHOULD work since large, tombstone sized rocks burst from the ground and encase the foe. But Ace it's entirely your call.

Metal Sound -- Rock tomb -- Earthquake/Metal Claw

[Ace64]

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 32%
Energy: 18%
Status: Nauseous. Nerves tingling.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 26%
Energy: 29%
Status: Shaken up and pissed off. Attacks only- 1 round.

Aragornbird and Manwë:
Earthquake X 3
Chris 2.0 and Daedalus:
Metal Sound~Rock Tomb~Earthquake/Metal Claw

Round Five, Begin!

Daedal swells with righteous rage as his trainer gives his orders. Metal Sound?? He'd rather blast that bird out of the sky with a Haiper Baem! He glares angrily at the Aerodactyl, who seems rather unperturbed at the Aron's rage. Swooping low, he slams his legs into the earth, creating the shaking and tumbling and cracking.(9% damage, -8% energy)

Daedalus sees his chance for revenge as Manwë touches down for that instant. Slabs of sturdy stone rip themselves from the loose earth created by Manwë's attack, and seal themselves around the rock bird, who shrieks in pain from his prison(7% damage, -6% energy) Pulling his wings free from the trap, Manwë panicks, slamming his body against the tomb. (6% energy) The prison trembles, but remains solid.

Pleased with himself, Daedal summons his own Earthquake, rocking the tomb back and forth, side to side... Already weakened by Manwë's struggles, the tomb falls to pieces, burying Manwë in the rubble. (7% damage, -7% energy) The Aerodactyl shrieks in pain and triumph, forcing himself out of the pile, but he's completely exhausted. His next Earthquake is much weaker than his previous attacks..(6% damage)

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 18%
Energy: 0%
Status: Exhausted. Second wind gained in 2 turns(attacks).

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 11%
Energy: 16%
Status: Shaken up and pissed off. Taunt ended, feeling pleased with self.

Rain: 2 more rounds.

Notes: Daedal's earthquake did less damage because it was affecting the tomb, rather than Manwë himself. After Manwë's second attack, his energy will go back 35% and the energy cost will be present again. Anything else, ask/tell me.

[Chris 2.1]

So it can't attack for 2 turns? And is it on the ground?

[Ace64]

He is on the ground, yes. Also, he can attack, but they will be weakened, and moves like "Use Flamethrower to melt his Ice Beam" or something have a higher chance of failure, because the Poke will not be strong/fast enough to obey.

[Chris 2.1]

Daedal our energy's low, too. So here's what we'll do.

Rock tomb to seal him in. Then relax x2.

[aragornbird]

Use Rock Smash to break through those rocks. Then walk over to the Trapinch and give him a Dragon Claw. After this, you'll be more energized so Earthquake.
If you can't break through those rocks the first time, that's okay, you can take your time.

Rock Smash - Rock Smash/Dragon Claw - Earthquake.

[Ace64]

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 18%
Energy: 0%
Status: Exhausted. Second wind gained in 2 turns(attacks).

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 11%
Energy: 16%
Status: Shaken up and pissed off. Taunt ended, feeling pleased with self.

Aragornbird and Manwë:
Rock Smash~Rock Smash/Dragon Claw~Earthquake
Chris 2.0 and Daedalus:
Rock Tomb~Relax X 2

Round Six, Begin!

The rain begins to slacken and let up, a fact that both Pokemon appreciate. Stalling for time, Daedal uses the newly destroyed rocks around Manwë to re-create his tomb. The Aerodactyl doesn't seem too surprised as the broken fragments around him reform around him once more, trapping him in darkness once more. (7% damage, -6% energy) It's a tight fit, but Manwë isn't worried- his orders are clear. He lunges forward, delivering a hard, decisive strike with his right claw. Cracks form at the point of impact, but he isn't feeling strong enough to bust through.

Daedal sits back and watches the tomb warily, recovering his strength.(+5% energy) From inside the tomb, there is no noise for a moment. Then, Manwë strikes again, catching his second wind. This time, the tomb falls to pieces around the Aerodactyl, but he's feeling too pleased with himself to be bothered. Locking eyes with Daedal, he shrieks a war-scream.

Daedal tries his best to ignore Manwë's triumphant cries, his strength returning with every moment.(+5% energy)Manwë doesn't care. Revitalized, he creates another Earthquake, with his usual strength. Daedal can feel his strength ebbing, and squeaks in pain as he climbs to his feet. (9% damage, -8% energy)

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 11%
Energy: 27%
Status: Morale greatly boosted. Who's da king?

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 2%
Energy: 20%
Status: Very weak, but caught his breath.

Rain: 1 more round.

[aragornbird]

Pretty close. Hit him with Swift and if he's still up, continue your attack.

Swift x3

[Chris 2.1]

Err crap. Just use water pulse.

[Ace64]

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 11%
Energy: 27%
Status: Morale greatly boosted. Who's da king?

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 2%
Energy: 20%
Status: Very weak, but caught his breath.

Aragornbird and Manwë:
Swift X 3
Chris 2.0 and Daedalus:
Water Pulse

Round Seven, Begin!

As the rain comes to an end, a dire scene lies across the field. From the stands of Indigo Stadium, Alf the resident Janitor, can make out two shadows. One is the grisly form of Manwë, hovering over a resolute Aron, barely conscious. Both Pokemon fire attacks at the same time, determined to finish the other off. From the Aerodactyl comes an array of sharp stars. (-5% energy) From the Aron comes a burst of supersonic water. The attacks collide, before going on to their specific targets, a bit weakened. Manwë growls as the cold water splashes against him. (-6% damage) On the bright side however...his opponent is knocked out.

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 5%
Energy: 22%
Status: On his last legs.

Daedalus (M Aron)
Health: 0%
Energy: 0%
Status: Fainted.

Other: Rain has ended. Isn't it nice to have a damage KO, instead of energy?

Chris sends Pokemon and attacks.
Aragorn attacks.

[Chris 2.1]

Away till 9th. sorry

[Chris 2.1]

Ok let's use Terrapupa! (Claydol)

Ice beam till it faints.

[aragornbird]

Agility + Wing Attack combo to strike first before you go down.

[Ace64]

Decided just to lower the energy cost 2 or 3 points, and forget about the second wind thing.

[center]Pre-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 5%
Energy: 22%
Status: On his last legs.

Terrapupa ( Claydol)
Health: 100%
Energy: 100%
Status: Fighting fit.


Aragornbird and Manwë:
Agility+Wing Attack
Chris 2.0 and Terrapupa:
Ice Beam

Round Eight, Begin!

Chris returns his Aron and sends out a spinning Claydol named Terrapupa, which is Latin for 'Earth Maggot' or sommat. In any case, Manwë decides to go out fighting. He rises into the air and streaks towards the Claydol at high speed. Terrapupa sees him coming, having no blind spot, and quickly fires a beam of frosty energy. (-5% energy) The Ice Beam is too much for the Aerodactyl, but at the speed he's moving, the attack doesn't slow his momentum. He manages a last swipe with his wing as he passed by, before crashing into the dirt, exhausted.

Post-Battle Stats

Manwë (M Aerodactyl)
Health: 0%
Energy: 12%
Status: Fainted

Terrapupa (M Claydol)
Health: 100%
Energy: 95%
Status: Ready for more.

Other: Rain has ended.

AB sends and attacks, then Chris.