This is a story based off of characters from the Pokémon Universe, I DO NOT Own the rights to Pokémon. All Characters are at least 18 see inside for details. Rating is there to cover anything that can happen in the story be advised content can Vary from gentle situations to adult themes such as cursing , violence, and sexual themes.
Welcome to Pokemon The Zelego Saga: The Ultimate Challenge! Enjoy
Voices heard in a darkened room as rain falls outside
"Let's hear what you got boys" A tall green haired gentleman dealer spoke
"I got 3's and 4's" A slightly shorter man with a cap.
"Three 7's beat that" said a cocky purple haired guy.
"I got a full house 6's over 2's, how about you" said a tall spiky headed man.
"I've got a straight flush" as the green haired gentleman flips to reveal the cards in order skillfully
Each player that lost shouts individually "GOD Damn it" "Fuck" "Shit ! How does he do that?"
We now see the players in a home in Pewter City at the back of the Gym enjoying a guys poker night. Now about 6 months after Ash's Unova League completion, he and some friends are relaxing for a night of poker. 19 year old ash is still in his Unova garb along with 20 year old Cilan acting as dealer for the previous hand. 24 year old Brock and 19 year old Paul are still in shock at the 19 year old Drew's skill winning the hand again. 19 year old Richie returns from the kitchen with another 6 pack of beer for them all, hearing the commotion.
"So I take it Drew won again." Richie asked sarcastically
"Well Lady Luck loves me!"
"She is the only lady that would contest boy." Ash says as everyone else but Drew goes "Ohhhhh!"
"Burned like a overcooked steak" Remarked Cilan
"Well at least I don't travel every two years with a new female companion without sealing the deal" Drew comes back with. Another "ohhh!" ensues again as Ash gets red
"The truth hurts don't it Ash, I win again" Drew kicking back in his chair grinning with his victory.
Ash stands up and tackles Drew from the chair, the latter not expecting it falls back as Brock and Richie get Ash off of Drew.
Ash shouts "why did we invite him again!" Paul responds "we thought it would be easy money in our pockets, we were kind of wrong, what a drag."
"Hey Richie where is this last guy that you talked about from your journey, you gave him the address right?" Brock asks wondering as Ash drinks his beer cooling off.
As if on cue there is a knock on the door "speak of the devil that should be him" Richie said.
Richie opened the door and everyone saw a gentleman standing there dressed all in black with a black cloak and cowboy hat soaked to the bone, everyone shits themselves wondering if this person was going to kill them thanks to the rain outside.
"Hey Nightrn glad you could make it come on in" Richie said smiling as the man stepped into the home.
Everyone is still quiet as the man takes his hat off his long black hair was seen in a wolf tail. His brown eyes are seen and a slight five o'clock shadow around a smiling face saying
"Thanks Richie, it is raining Growlethe's and Meowth's out there ha-ha, hey guys thanks for letting me join sorry for being late the rain really didn't help. Man I haven't been here in years since the start of my journey."
Brock looks shocked that this stranger was saying that he had been here before but he didn't remember him. "I'm sorry you said that you challenged this gym before but I don't remember battling you I am afraid."
Nightrn laughed "I bet you don't you were travelling with Ash and Misty back then, I think I came a few months after when your father and brother were looking after the place. Man your dad made it tough ha-ha."
"Oh that would explain it then. Well welcome to our little game, pull up a chair and grab a beer."
Nightrn takes a seat and a beer as Cilan starts another hand as they bull shit and talk about their journeys way into the early morning before passing out scattered around the back room, with everyone's pockets a little more fuller than when they came in minus drew whose luck switched after Nightrn came in.
Later in the morning everyone starts to awaken with the smell of something delicious coming from the kitchen, Brock and Cilan are double teaming it as the group starts to move towards the table, some holding their heads others, wondering what time it actually was, and one in particular sobbing about the loss he suffered.
"Good morning guys hope you're all hungry" Cilan said cheerfully, "We have everything you could possibly want to eat knowing how most of you guys are." Brock chimed in.
As breakfast foods seemed to fly everyone talked about last night and started to wonder what to do next as they cleared the table of the devastation that was left.
"Hey Ash how about a battle, I have heard a lot from Richie about you and seeing you progress since the start how about it." Nightrn asked happily.
"A battle? Sure but where can we battle?" Ash started to wonder as everyone looked in awe thinking if he really just asked that.
"Ash it's still rather early why not use the gym to battle, I mean it is right there and I don't have anyone coming as of right now." said Brock
"OH YEAH! Lets battle then I am pumped" Ash stated as he leapt into the air. "Pikachu lets go buddy!" as the little mouse finished up his ketchup happily from his quiet night's sleep while his master played cards.
Paul and Drew look at each other as Richie laughs "Man he can be so one track minded"
"How can I be losing a girl to him?"
"That's Ash for yah."
Everyone proceeded out to the battlefield and Ash and Nightrn took their respective places on the field, Ash in the challenger's space and Nightrn in the Gym Leader's space, Brock took his position in the referee's box, and the rest took to the stands.
"Ash, how about a one on one battle? Sound good?" Nightrn asked.
"Sure sounds good, Pikachu you ready" Ash stated, asking the little mouse Pokémon, who ran onto the field just as excited as his trainer.
"I was hoping you would go with Pikachu, Let's show them Jolt!" A Jolteon appeared on the field looking cute at the start, then seeing Pikachu its personality changed as its eyes became fierce and its fur becoming still spikes.
"A Jolteon huh looks tough don't it Pikachu, but we won't let them win!" Upon hearing his trainers words Pikachu took his battle stance waiting for the beginning of the battle.
"This match between Ash and Nightrn is about to begin, each trainer will use one Pokémon and the winner will be decided when either trainers Pokémon is unable to battle, trainers ready…..begin!"
"Ok Pikachu let's start this off with a Thunderbolt!" Ash shouted
"Jolt stand there and absorb it." Nightrn said to his Pokémon as the Thunderbolt streamed down upon Jolteon as it looked unaffected by the powerful blast.
"Damn it your Jolteon has Volt Absorb doesn't it. Well Pikachu let's try an Iron Tail and shake him up!" Ash said.
"Jolt counter it with your Iron Tail as well but shoot a Thunder wave through it to amp it up!"
The two Pokémon's tails clashed as an irony clang that rang through the gym drawing attention to the battle from the crowd who did not think it would be interesting so quick.
"Ouch, that's loud" drew said clutching his ears at the noise.
"Huh Pikachu has gotten stronger hasn't he" commented Paul.
"What Power huh guys, I can't wait to see what else happens" said Richie.
"Jolt this is a standstill kick back with Double Kick"
Jolteon moved its back legs with such velocity Pikachu had no chance to react and defend itself, he slammed into one of the main boulders at the center of the field.
"Pikachu are you ok buddy?"
"Jolt follow it up with a Pin Missile attack!"
"Man I didn't think Nightrn was going to be this fierce, I don't know if ash and Pikachu can come back." Richie said with concern for his friend.
"Yeah Ketchum better do something or Pikachu is going to end up like a block of Swiss cheese."
"Drew shut it, you lost horribly to Ketchum so don't even talk." Paul said surprisingly defending his rival.
"Pikachu you have to do something to get out of there, use Quick Attack."
"Before he escapes follow it up with Discharge!"
Pikachu got itself out of the boulder just in time as the pin Missile struck where his chest would have been and started going right through the rock then, as the Discharge hit right after it struck with such power that the weakened boulder shattered and shot rocks all over the field like shrapnel catching Pikachu in the back as he landed on the Ground panting heavily.
"I have to hand it to you Ash, I did not think that Pikachu would have dodged that combo as successfully as he did, I must say I am definitely enjoying this."
"Thanks but it's not over yet Nightrn, Pikachu use another quick attack and Iron tail on the rocks on the ground fire them right back."
"Jolt use agility to dodge and get in close" As Pikachu began his assault Jolteon began to dodge the incoming rocks flying towards her swiftly.
"Jolt use Thunder Fang!" "Pikachu counter it with Iron tail and repel her away from you!"
The two collided as tooth met tail and then shot each other to opposite sides of the field, Pikachu landing on top of a boulder safely, while Jolteon slammed into another boulder failing to the ground but still ok.
"Are you ok Jolt?" Nightrn asked with concern as she got up panting, both trainers realized the battle had taken its toll, it would all come down to one final attack. "Ok Jolt get ready, this will be it."
"Pikachu lets finish this with Volt Tackle!" Pikachu began to charge and run towards Jolteon as she just stood there waiting.
"Jolt use Thunder! Send Pikachu flying." The two attacks collided and sparks flew the smoke filled the air as everyone waited in anticipation for the victor.
"Pikachu" "Jolt" Both trainers cried out as the smoke began to clear, one shadow was seen on the ground.
"Pikachu is unable to battle the winner of this match is Nightrn" Brock shouted as both trainers came out to shake hands and check on their Pokémon, Ash picked up Pikachu in his arms headed towards Nightrn. "Awesome job Pikachu that was a tough one buddy" he let out a small cha.
Nightrn was on his knee checking out Jolt whose fur now went back to its softness as he petted her. "Nice job Jolt you really worked hard out their today Pikachu was definitely a strong opponent huh."
Jolteon replied and smiled at Pikachu as the trainers shook hands. "Awesome battle Ash you are really skilled." Ash laughed "Thanks but you really pulled it out I was not expecting that from you."
"Great battle you two." Richie said
"It was ok, Nightrn have you done contests, Jolteon's moves were quite beautiful?"
"Honestly Drew is that all you can think of? Geeze" Paul had his standard scowl on.
"It's ok Paul, Yes I have done some contests so I can appeal to a crowd Drew, not to your extent but I can hold my own and win given the right team."
As the trainers were all gathering around talking about what they just saw and other things, Ash, Paul and Richie's Pokedex's went off saying they had a message.
"Huh what is this?" Ash pulled it out saw that the message was from the Pokémon League. "It's a message from the Pokémon League."
Ash began to read the email aloud…
"Dear Mr. Ketchum,
Because of your excellent record throughout the many regions and said challenges, we have a special League for you to take part of. This is The One true test for worthy trainers. In order to gain entry into this league, a trainer must be have taken part in the majority of regions, or have been recognized by the Pokémon League or such Representatives of the League as a truly worthy competitor. Upon recognition the trainer shall receive a special invitation that will give them passage to go to the region and partake in the challenge of all challenges…The Zelego Region.
As stated before you are invited to partake in this challenge and below in this message is your invitation that will gain you access to the Jet to take you and 3 friends to the Zelego Region. You can come at anytime but we suggest coming sooner rather than later in order to take advantage of this Ultimate challenge.
Show your Pokedex to the Pilot and they will take you to the preprogrammed starting destination for your trip, where more details shall be given upon arrival. You can board one of the jets in the main cities in each region.
We are looking forward to your participation."
Ash, Paul and Richie looked at each other then at everyone else then "AWESOME! I can't wait for this how about you Paul!" Nightrn laughed then everyone else " Ash why don't you wait till you see what you have to do, that email was really vague, I forgot how it was when I got it a while back. Haha"
Ash looked in shock "Wait you are in this already? What is it like?"
"Yeah I have been there for a few months. Well it is just like it says the ultimate challenge; you will face a gym of each type of Pokémon, so 17 gyms in total before the tournament instead of the standard 8. It is an awesome experience and from what I've seen it is truly tough. You should enjoy it Ash."
"That really sounds awesome, I wanna get there tomorrow! How about you Paul you gonna come with us?"
"Look I might respect you somewhat now but that doesn't mean I want to travel with you and your little band of goodies. I still have stuff to do back home first then ill head to this region. On my own got it."
Everyone looked at Paul. "Damn it Paul you didn't have to be an ass, I just thought it would be fun to travel and battle along the way." Ash said upset. Paul just waved as he started down the road towards the Pokémon Center to switch his Pokémon to get home.
"Well I am going to head back home and get stuff ready Ash but I will meet you in the Zelego Region and we will battle, Sparky is probably missing me so I should hit the road but I will see you later ok?"
"Yeah sure sounds good Richie." The two shook hands and Richie said goodbye to the others and started headed out of Pewter City.
"Well I guess I should be headed back to Hoenn and see if anything got sent to me since I didn't bring my Pokedex. Who knows Ketchum maybe I'll beat you and finally show May that she is wrong for liking you. Later Ketchum hmmp." Drew said and released his flygon to start his trip home before Ash could even become angry at him.
"Drew your an arrogant asshole! I'll show you why May likes me instead of a pompous pretty boy like you." Ash shouted as Flygon disappeared into the sky.
"Ash calm down you know he's just trying to get under your skin, you know May dosnt like him . question is… do you like her ? " Brock said to his friend patting him on the shoulder as he turned bright red hiding his face under his hat trying not to answer. while this was going on Cilan and Nightrn just stood there.
"Yeah Ash she was really all you talked about to me and Iris." "So that definitely means something then right? " Brock and Cleon still continied to talk to one another without Ash giving an answer trying desperately not to reveal his true feelings. "Why not invite her along the jet can take us to Hoenn and we can then all leave together it will be fun." Cilan and Nightrn suggested to Ash .
Ash shurruged his embaressment aside and answered "Yeah I guess you guys are right he just really gets under my nerves especially those freaking roses. I think May would enjoy a new region, and traveling together again it has been a few years."
"Maybe Misty would like to come along as well, as Nightrn stated my father and brother have the gym under wraps, as long as you want us to come that is." Brock said.
"Of course Brock it would be like old times besides I will need some help, Cilan you'll come too right." Ash asked.
"Well Ash I know that you aren't that good at math but with May Brock and Misty coming with you that's your three spots for friends. I will head back and check with Iris maybe we might be able to make a trip out there soon and join you since we are leaders. How does that sound Ash?" Cilan asked him.
"Sure that sounds good I did not even think about the spot restrictions. Why don't we head home and get stuff ready so we can head out. Then the First stop is Hoenn, let me contact Misty and May and tell them about it and mom that I am headed off again. Then we can head to Pallet town to get stuff together."
Ash contacted Misty and she said that it sounded like fun she would meet them tomorrow in Saffron to take the flight to Hoenn, May said she would love to go, and she also informed ash that Max had already left for that region a couple months ago because of his accomplishments already. She also said that she would meet them at the airport in Slateport City to make things easier in two days.
With that Brock got packed up for the trip and took a few Pokémon with him, then everyone left for Pallet Town in order to get the last preparations before heading to Saffron. The trip home was quick and the four of them made it to Ash's house by night fall where Ash filled his mom in on what he was going to do, his mom knowing how her boy is, had made new cloths for him already and gave him the package for tomorrow morning. After dinner everyone settled down for the night in order to head to Saffron in the morning.
Ash got dressed in his new cloths in the morning, that his mom gave him a pair of black jeans with a Red Tshirt, he had a black Bomber Jacket that his mom patched up from his grandfather, and a black cap with a Zapados on it, and he had black fingerless gloves with a red outline, sneakers like his first Kanto quest and a black and red backpack. Professor Oak greeted them in the morning and wished them the best of luck, Nightrn asked how Professor Oak had been since he started his journey those many years ago and the professor did the same. After their exchange, Ash switched out a couple Pokémon so his team would be ready for many things that were unknown to them.
With that the gang called a taxi to meet them in Viridian City and started up the road. The four talked and got breakfast in the city then took a taxi for about 5 hours to get to Saffron Airport. They met up with Misty and were glad to get to travel together again.
"So Cilan your plane is that way right? We will see you soon ok." Ash shook his friends hand and everyone said goodbye Cilan going left and everyone else going right. Nightrn told the pilot that they had to go to Hoenn first before heading to the Zelego region, he knodded and they got in and took off towards Hoenn.
Upon arrival they saw May waving to them on the tarmac then they said their hellos, but when her and Ash saw each other they said hey and blushed away from each other. Misty and Brock just looked at each other while Nightrn was confused at the sight being out of the loop of things decided to joke. "Ha ha you two look like a pair of Volbeat and Illumise that's cute. Ha ha." May and Ash blushed deeper red while Brock and Misty started laughing, then Misty said "Come on he was kidding its cute, let's get back on the jet and get to this place I am excited for some new Water Pokémon!"
The gang got on the jet and Ash showed the pilot his Pokedex, he then saw some numbers appear on the screen for navigation and said "Oh wow you guys have a good start, looks like we're headed to Theos Isle."
Theos Isle?" Everyone but Nightrn looked confused and asked about it but Nightrn just said "You will just have to wait and see where your Journey will begin Ash you will see in a few hours."
With that the jet took off and a new adventure waits right around the corner!
Hope you all enjoyed the first chapter of Pokemon the Zelego Saga: The Ultimate Challenge. Please review and enjoy I will try to keep regular updates and we will all see what adventures await our crew!