"Not this time," Shulk said to himself as his vision ended. He quickly righted himself in the air just as he flew over the present, which Pinkie promptly exploded out of. However, before the pony could hit him, Shulk pivoted in midair, which caused Pinkie's attack to just barely miss him. The Homs then took his opportunity and delivered a speedy counter slash that sent Pinkie flying backwards and into the sand below.