To Be Legend

So this is my first Pokemon fanfic. The story line follows more "The Pokemon Adventures" than the TV show. Though I may have Ash and them show up, characters like Red, Blue, Yellow, Green, Gold and Silver will definitely be showing up. I hope you enjoy, the story will get deep, make sure to R&R so that I know I have people interested. Also, I don't shy away from ideas, so if you want to give ideas, definitely review. :D

Disclaimer: I don't know if I actually need to do this but I don't own Pokemon. These characters are not mine, minus the OC's.

Chapter 1: A day of Excitement

When I was thirteen, I was all by myself. I am originally from Ecruteak City, but an earthquake severely damaged the city and claimed the life of my family. How did I survive? I was roaming around in Tin Tower with my Charmander as I did often. I've always been infatuated with the legend of Ho-Oh, so I would go there and pretend that I found him. I guess all little kids dream big. When the earthquake hit, I smacked my head into a wall and everything went blank from there. I remember being warm. Surprisingly, I had good dreams, no nightmares of dying or anything of the sort. When I awoke, I was in the Pokémon Center in Goldenrod City with my Charmander. They told me that they found me in the national park with Charmander trying to wake me up. I guess Charmander found the strength to pull me out of there. It's amazing what people and Pokémon can do in dire situations.

"Take a seat, Blade. Today is a big day for you." Captain Sage smiled at me.

So how did I end up here in Celadon City? Well at the age of 15 I was an orphan looking for an adventure. But with all the anger I had in me because of my loss, I chose an adventure most 15 year old kids wouldn't normally take. I joined Team Rocket.

"Thank you, ma'am." I replied as I walked to the front of the room, Charmander following behind.

Team Rocket had me doing small, petty missions because I was so young. I didn't like to steal Pokémon, but it was a talent that I had, as was battling. I became so battle efficient that they sent me to the Kanto Region to train under the tutelage of Giovanni himself. He had brought Team Rocket back years after the trainer known as Red put an end to him. It was a slow process, apparently. I wasn't here for it, but it seemed he was stopped again in the Johto region. Nevertheless, here we are, back on top of the crime world.

The board hall was filled. Charmander and I were in the very front, facing everyone, next to a small podium. There were hundreds of Team Rocket members here to celebrate my special day.

"Today we celebrate many things." A loud voice came. Giovanni made his way into the room, walking down the single isle running down the middle of the room. All of the rockets began to take their seats.

"Today this young man turns 18!" Giovanni smiled. The room began to clap; some whistling and slight cheers were heard. "And what's more, he has shown tremendous skill in his battling!"

This time there were more cheers and yelling.

"Today, young Blade will be appointed Senior Commander and head of the Battling department!" Giovanni yelled as he finally reached the podium. The hall exploded into praise. "So, young Blade, stand up."

I stood up with pride. All the faces cheering me on made me proud to be a Rocket. It might sound strange, but these people had become my family.

"Congratulations." Giovanni spoke to me as he handed me a ring. It was a shaped as a pokeball; the red made of garnet stone while the white was made of diamond. A purple R was located on either side, made of amethyst. Engraved on the inner layers of the ring were, Senior Commander Blade.

I grabbed the ring with a smile and put it on. Two years of hardcore battle training with Giovanni finally paid off. We did it, Charmander and me. The Rockets only allowed Pokémon to be used that they caught. Given my circumstance, Giovanni allowed me to stay with my Charmander. It's hard to believe, but when it comes to the Rocket family, he does have somewhat of a heart.

Giovanni settled the crowd with a raise of his hand. "I have one more, important announcement."

Everyone sat down in their seats, eagerly listening to their leader.

"We, Team Rocket, are going to war." Giovanni spoke sternly.

The rockets in the room looked around at each other in confusion. Even I was confused. I figured we were at war everyday with the law.

"You may not have known this, but criminal societies from other regions have been warring with each other. Team Plasma, for instance, who is from the Unova region, recently invaded the Sinnoh region. The usually warring Teams Magma and Aqua from the Hoenn region have joined forces. They think that they can use both powers to take over Johto while Galactic and Plasma take each other out. Then they can move in a finish off the victor, obtaining more power. However, Team Magma and Team Aqua don't realize that Team Rocket is back with all its cylinders and are in for quite a pounding." Giovanni spoke loudly to the silent crowd. He then looked at me, "This is why we will be sending Blade back to Johto so he can handle them there. I will remain here in our main headquarters in case an attack on Kanto is initiated."

I looked at Giovanni and saw the fearless leader he was. I was filled with excitement. It was my dream to be able to put my skills to the test against so many different people. A war between crime syndicates offered to be very interesting.

"I know this comes sudden," Giovanni continued, "but I assure you that Team Rocket will not be defeated by pathetic syndicates from a foreign region."

The crowd stood up applauding. They were ready for battle, as was I. It was my turn to show the world that I was going to be the best trainer. Unlike the rest of the organization, I don't care for stealing money or Pokémon. I don't even care for power in the same sense that they do. I want to be the best trainer. Maybe then, through tireless battling will the fire in me be quenched.

"Those of you being sent to Johto will find your names on the lists outside of this room. Get prepare, you leave in three days." Giovanni said in his finally and walked of stage.

The Rockets began to make their way out the hall trying to find their names on the list. There has never been a worldwide criminal war. This is excitement at its finest.

"Come on Charmander, looks like it's finally time to head back home." I smiled at my faithful Pokémon. He gave me a nod and the flame on his tail got a little bigger.