This scene made ninety percent of the surrounding audience stand up immediately because this light undoubtedly belonged to the light of evolution!
Could Blastoise evolve again? How is that possible!!
As the light scattered, Blastoise on the field had completely transformed into another form. The two large cannons on its back had turned into an even bigger cannon!
Moreover, Blastoise's hands also had two small cannons for auxiliary attacks. Its size had grown a little larger than before, and its ability changed to Mega Launcher, allowing wave-type skills to be amplified, presenting the Mega Blastoise!
Combined with Blastoise's familiarity with Aura Power, Mega Launcher enables wave-type skills to receive an extensive power boost. After Mega Evolution, Blastoise becomes an ultimate turret!
The transformation of Blastoise stunned the audience; they had never heard that Blastoise could evolve again!
If a Pokemon in its final evolutionary form can evolve further, it represents a totally different significance. It indicates that many Pokemon that have reached their evolutionary limit can evolve one stage further, breaking their limits and reaching a higher level!
"What did Ash just say? MEGA Evolution? What on earth is that?"
"What the hell is this?!"
"Hey, hey, hey! We promised to progress together, yet you went behind our backs and secretly mutated?!"
"Wow, evolving past the final evolution stage? I've heard of such research, but it should only exist in theoretical knowledge. When was it developed for practical combat use?!"
"Everyone's advancing smoothly, did Meowth suddenly mutate and gained flight? Is this a river?!"
"I knew it, the gem appearing on Blastoise's surface earlier must be the tool for MEGA Evolution. I saw the gem appear again before Blastoise evolved!"
"Alright, keeping evolutionary mutations to yourselves and not informing us, really selfish!"
"Tsk, tsk, bro, who are you to demand fairness? If this evolution was discovered by Ash, why should he tell anyone? Is he your dad, or are you his dad?"
"Exactly, others sharing is called selflessness, not sharing is perfectly reasonable. Who do you think you are, and why should you be informed? Just because of your moral coercion?"
"..."
As MEGA Evolution appeared, countless voices erupted in the audience.
Some were awestruck by the MEGA Evolution, some shouted humorously, and some noticed the MEGA Evolution Stone revealed earlier due to Dusknoir's ability.
Others were purely envious and resentful, criticizing Ash for discovering the new evolution but not sharing it publicly, choosing to use it secretly themselves.
But these people never considered why Ash has no obligation or necessity to disclose such things to the public?
Many sensible people didn't get swept along by these complaints, instead, they lashed back at them.
In conclusion, this public appearance of MEGA Evolution definitely created a huge uproar, including Steven watching from the special audience seats who suddenly stood up, his handsome face full of shock.
The sources of his shock included not only the MEGA Evolution but also the two gemstones seen on Ash and Blastoise.
Although Blastoise's gem was somewhat different from those in his collection, he was certain it was of the same type as the ones he collected, only differing slightly in details.
As for the colorful gemstone on Ash, that was also part of his collection, something he called the Life Stone.
He had given a few to Professor Oak, since Professor Oak asked for them and they weren't particularly important, so he generously obliged.
But who could have imagined those things were related to evolution beyond a Pokemon's limits? That was beyond miraculous!
Having both items in his possession, yet missing such a discovery, and foolishly giving them away!
At that time Ash may well have discovered the mystery of MEGA, and Professor Oak requested those two gems precisely because Ash asked him, as Oak had earlier mentioned to him.
Steven never took this matter seriously at first; after all, Ash was just a novice trainer with only a few months into his career. Wanting those gemstones probably seemed fun and aesthetically pleasing, who would have thought a novice trainer could uncover the secret to further Pokemon evolution?
As for whether Professor Oak orchestrated this, that was unlikely, not because he couldn't discover further Pokemon evolution, but because he wouldn't use Ash as an excuse to deceive people.
If Professor Oak needed it himself, he would say so directly rather than use Ash as a front, so requesting those gems was undoubtedly Ash's decision.
"You guys... seem not at all surprised, don't tell me even you knew about this?" Steven's mouth twitched as he noticed Lorelei and the others didn't appear surprised, asking them.
Usually, upon seeing a previously unknown evolution like MEGA Evolution, their faces would reflect the same astonishment seen on spectators and himself.
Yet the Elite Four of Kanto barely showed surprise and had expressions of 'finally showed it'.
This meant, these individuals also knew about MEGA Evolution?!
"No, no, we only found out Ash could perform MEGA Evolution recently."
"This evolution was nearly entirely perfected by Ash, so given he hasn't publicly disclosed, we don't dare to carelessly speak about it!"
"Now, by formally using this evolution in the competition, he signifies presenting MEGA Evolution to the world."
"Detailed information concerning MEGA Evolution should be searchable online, likely sparking new fervor soon."
The Elite Four casually deflected all responsibility, but they were also correct, MEGA Evolution was solely Ash's discovery of a systematic mechanic, with no help even from Professor Oak.
The only assistance contributed perhaps was aiding Ash in collecting MEGA Evolution Stones.
Hence, lacking Ash's permission, they wouldn't publicly disclose MEGA Evolution, nonetheless, Gary shared the same sentiment with the Elite Four and hadn't employed the system in previous tournaments.
In such a spotlight-grabbing instance, wholly found by Ash, naturally it was left to Ash to unveil.
Upon hearing this system was completed independently by Ash, Steven's mouth hung open, unable to close.
He even questioned whether he heard wrong, Ash, a newbie trainer mere months into his journey, already commendably powerful, went further, discovering a completely new system of evolution.
What a freak!
...
Kalos Region——
Located in Lumiose City, Professor Augustine Sycamore was sipping cappuccino leisurely, watching the Quartz Conference matches on his computer.
Despite having research tasks, a bit of relaxation was necessary. He had heard of Ash's reputation early on, and recently, the Kanto Elite Four arrived in the Kalos Region for certain affairs.
Thus, he was aware of the Quartz Conference being held, using the morning break to watch the tournament.
By chance, the first match was Ash's battle; this wasn't Professor Augustine Sycamore's first encounter with Ash; although the last time seemed to be about five years ago...
When Professor Augustine Sycamore saw Ash raising his arm, shouting MEGA Evolution, with Blastoise glowing brightly, he directly sprayed the coffee from his mouth!