Today was the day I would finally, finally, start my journey. Sure, I'm starting a little late, but better late then never, right?
My name is Y/N FireStone. Currently 15 years old. Long, curly, brown hair and green eyes. My father is the world renowned Robert Firestone, or also known as the Fire type master (hence the last name). He's currently retired from battling competitively, but he still decided to train me in the way of Pokemon. I suppose that's the reason I'm starting a little late.
My trusty Eevee, Sammy, trotted excitedly beside my feet. I've had the little guy since he hatched from an egg. Still as cute and cuddly as ever, though. I like to think he's pretty impressive for an Eevee, but my father insisted I go get another Pokemon from one of Professor Sycamore's sub labs.
On that note, I enter the lab (It happened to be do west of Santalune Forest). I picked up Sammy, more for comfort then politeness. I guess you could say I'm a little bit on the shy side. I was quickly greeted by none other than Professor Sycamore.
"Y/N! So your old man finally decided to let you start your journey, eh?" Professor Sycamore beamed. "How long has it been since I've last seen you? I can tell you've grown!" The Professor is an old friend of my father's and stops by on occasion. I guess you could say I see him as an uncle...
"Professor, you came over for a late dinner yesterday..." I giggled a little at his expression. "Anyway I guess the five extra years of training is finally paying off..." I mumbled nervously. Don't take me the wrong way here; I'm jumping out of my socks from excitement!
After the Professor finally remembered last night, he led me to the back of the lab. "I know that choosing your starter is like a rite of passage, however your father and I have discussed which Pokemon you should take prior to you coming here. This Pokemon in particular needs a gentle and understanding trainer, and frankly you are exactly what I'm looking for!" The professor beamed nervously. I nodded, hesitantly. I was looking forward to choosing a starter, but I'm sure there is a good reason for it. Though, I wish I had known about it sooner. The professor smiled and placed the poke ball into my free hand. I took a deep breath, and released it. Once the flash of light had faded, I found myself looking at a Froakie. But, there was something different about it...It was paler then the average Froakie, and it almost had this sparkle to its appearance.
"Froakie here is a shiny. Highly unusual to come across, especially since it is an official starter. However, the poor little guy has had a rough past despite being so young...So it might take a while for him to warm up to you, Y/N."
I nodded and kneeled, clutching Sammy to my chest. "Hi there...My name is Y/N." I felt a smile form on my lips. "I hope we can become great partners!" The Froakie looked at me in awe, but I could tell it didn't trust me just yet. "Since you don't have a name yet, I'll give you one...how about Hoppy? No...That wouldn't do...Perhaps something intimidating?" I looked to the Froakie for permission. It nodded, slowly. Good...it can understand me. "What about Shadow?" This came to me as I though of its final evolution. It seemed fitting, when I looked into the Froakie's eyes. They almost seemed to have a dark flicker in them..."Yeah, Shadow is perfect..." I grinned and returned the newly name Froakie to its ball.
"Thank you professor, for giving me the honor of training Shadow!" I bowed in thanks. I could feel Professor Sycamore grinning...I felt him put something in my bag. "Professor?" I stood up, looking at him questioningly.
"Don't worry, I just put a poke dex, a dozen poke balls, and a town map in your bag." He grinned, relieving me. I don't know why I was so nervous...
"If that's all..." I turned to walk away, but Sycamore grabbed my shoulder.
"Wait, your father wanted me to tell you that you will be traveling with an acquaintance of his." The professor winked at me, sending nervous chills down my spine.
"An acquaintance?" I groaned inwardly. The last thing I wanted was some old know-it-all following me around and criticizing me!
"Y/N, this is his first time in the Kalos Region. Your father decided it would probably be for the best for him to travel with a human companion. Unlike you, he doesn't full understand this region's type match ups and such." Sycamore grinned and started to push me out the door. "He'll be waiting for you at the Santalune City Pokemon Center. Have fun~!" Sycamore closed the doors in your face.
"Well...Sammy, I guess off we go then!" I giggled and we raced towards the forest.
~Meanwhile in Santalune City
Red's P.O.V.
I lean against the wall in the Pokemon center. Robert had told me he was sending someone...I'm guessing it's his daughter due to his tone of voice. Always sounds like an idiot when talking about her...I sigh and sit, looking at the ceiling. My Pikachu laid its head on my lap. Good Arceus, I hope she isn't crazy like her father is...