The Red Rescue Team By auraphere477
Disclaimer: I do not own Pokemon or anything except my character concepts.
Long ago, there was a time when Pokemon lived in perfect harmony with each other. Pokemon in all four of the major regions, Kanto, Johto, Hoenn and Sinnoh had lived peacefully and all inhabitants of the world were able to prosper. But now, the world has grown into a dark place, a place where helping one another is a thing of the past. In this world of darkness and despair, one organization seeks to bring the world back to what it once was, and restore order and camaraderie among their fellow Pokemon. This the story of how the world was able to come back from the brink of destruction, a heroic tale, filled with faith, kindness and rationality. This is the story of The Red Rescue Team!
Chapter one: A New Hope
"Are we there yet?" Vulpix said as she trailed behind the others. Her friends Growlithe and Flareon were way ahead along the side of the main road.
"How can we be there if we have no idea where we are going?" Flareon said as she gave a quick glance in Growlithe's direction.
"I know where we are going. We were here yesterday."
"That's because we are lost!" Vulpix yelled as she had stopped walking and was even further down the path. Growlithe and Flareon kept walking as they knew Vulpix had a special ability where she could appear anywhere she wanted. They asked her how she was able to do this but never once received a straight answer.
"Growlithe, you know we can't be wandering off too far from the hideout," Flareon exclaimed with a serious look on her face.
"Well, it looks like we are lost." Growlithe said as he stopped walking and checked his surroundings. Vulpix was on top of a branch and jumped down beside them.
"So I just came back from hideout, and the Murkrow brothers along with Misdreavus are on their way over here as we speak. Are we lost yet?"
"Yep he's done it again, one day we are going to find serious trouble like this," Flareon said as she looked directly at Growlithe. They all sat down and waited for the arrival of their friends.
MEANWHILE
"Hey Mawile are you sure this is a good idea?" Lairon said as he and Skarmory were following close behind Mawile.
"Who said this was a good idea? I just thought it would be fun." Mawile said as Lairon and Skarmory looked at each other and sighed.
Mawile was being adventurous as always. Whenever she did something she put 100% effort, which had gotten her and her companions into trouble more times then they could count. She was strong, and very capable of handling herself in combat. Her friends, often times, had trouble keeping up with her, but they would follow her to the time Mawile was trying to draw attention of a Zangoose so that she could prove just how strong she really was.
"Quit complaining you two, this plan is foolproof. All we have to do is scare those unsuspecting Starly. Any mindless Zangoose that happens to be by is sure to be curious enough and will come and check it out. When he does he will be in for a real surprise!" she said with her eyes turning red and back to blue again. (Mawiles eyes turn blue when she is calm, and red when she gets fired up)
"Just how exactly are you planning on scaring all those Starly?" Lairon said awaiting an answer.
"Simple, all you have to do use Headbutt on that tree they are resting on. The vibrations are sure to get them all up in the air!"
"Wait what!? That makes absolutely no sense! For starters, that tree is way too big for even me to vibrate!" he said as they stopped walking along the scenic route of one of the main roads.
"I don't know Lairon, you have been looking mighty tree vibrating lately," Skarmory said with a chuckle.
"Don't encourage her."
"You'll be fine. Of course Skarmory will be helping too! The two of you can headbutt together!" Mawile said with a huge grin.
"I'm doing what?" Skarmory said confused.
"Mawile Skarmory doesn't even know headbutt."
"I'm sure you'll think of something. Of course I would help but I have to stay ready for my big matchup." Mawile said as Lairon and Skarmory sighed once again.
They arrived at the big tree. Mawile waited for her friends to headbutt the tree, but they just looked at her unwillingly. She stood calm at first, but after further opposition her eyes began to turn red.
"Grrrrrr, why do I have to do EVERYTHING MYSELF!" she yelled as her voiced echoed and the flock flew from the tree. "Yes! I did it! Shhh look over there someones coming quick the bushes!" They ran into the bushes as a wild Zangoose appeared in front of them. "Aww man, this one looks weak let's get out of here."
"What!? After all you put us through you are just going to leave!" Lairon whispered loudly in frustration.
"You are free to come with me. I'm not going to prove anything fighting this weak excuse for a Zangoose. What a waste, everything went perfect and I get stuck with the only Zangoose in Sinnoh who can't put up a decent challenge... C'mon let's get out of here." she said as she started to make an exit. Lairon sighed following as Skarmory just laughed and was right behind them.
MEANWHILE
"Hey what's that over there!" Flareon screamed as a large flock of Starly were flying every which way not too far from their location. It must be Zangoose we have to get out of here!"
"Knowing Growlithe he'll probably lead us in a circle straight there." Vulpix said as she went back to the branch directly above them.
"Wait, I think I see someone in the sky...it's The Murkrow brothers! Misdreavus too!
"Does anyone else find Misdreavus annoying?" Vulpix said looking down from the tree, speaking as if she was expecting an agreement in opinion.
"We have to help them," Growlithe said as he took a few steps forward. They all became stiff; their friends had been shot down from the sky by a powerful Hyper Beam.
"But Growlithe, we aren't strong enough. We need to get to safety." Flareon had a grim look on her face as those words were becoming all too familiar.
"We can't leave them behind, there are our friends we are talking about!" He said as he began running in the direction the Hyper Beam was shot from. Flareon ran along right behind him. Vulpix spoke, loud enough for them to hear the first few words, "Seriously, Misdreavus? I mean the Murkrow brothers are one thing but- oh you can't hear me that's fine see you there. Sheesh."
They arrived only to find one large Zangoose cornering the Murkrow brothers and Misdreavus against a tree. He was just about to use a vicious Crush Claw (which Vulpix commented on how it wouldn't affect misdreavus), until he turned around. The air grew still, as all leaves appeared to be just as frightened as the wind took them off from the ground. Growlithe stepped forward and used Ember, but it had little impact as the Zangoose ran full speed straight through it! He used Crush Claw, which landed a critical hit and sent Growlithe flying back into the sturdy trunk of a tree. Flareon stood, frozen with fear. She ran but a speedy Quick Attack from Zangoose and she was laid out right beside Growlithe. Vulpix was now on a branch and pretended to fall down from the tree. "Weak little creatures, you can't stand up to me, long live the Zangoose tribe!" Growlithe stood up, his legs trembling as he could barely stand.
"Stay away from my friends! You Zangoose think you're so tough, picking on innocent Pokemon who can barely defend themselves? It's Pokemon like you that are making this world harder to live in." He had a fire in his eyes and then unleashed a powerful Flamethrower!, A move he had not been able to use in the past. The Zangoose had burn marks all over him, and was outraged at Growlithe's resiliency. The recoil from his new move knocked Growlithe out cold.
"Grr! You pesky hound! You're in for it now!"
But before Zangoose could follow up his declaration, a Sandshrew and Cyndaquil jumped in front of the fainted pokemon, wearing around their neck a neck handkerchief that bore the mark off the Red Rescue Team.
"We are Team Firestorm, and in the name of The Red Rescue Team I order you to stop this nonsense at once," the Sandshrew said proudly facing the Zangoose, but announcing it to all who were in the clearing. The Cyndaquil turned around and went to the aid of the three injured fire pokemon.
"Red Rescue Team? Ha! What a joke! You are nothing compared to a member of the Zangoose tribe." The Zangoose appeared to have a different tone in his voice then earlier. He seemed almost frightened at the presence of his new foe.
"Cyndaquil watch those three, this one isn't as strong as the others, and it appears he has already taken a bit of damage."
"Understood," Cyndaquil responded as she nodded in agreement. These two pokemon appeared to have a complete understanding of the situation, almost as if they have been in this position time after time.
( Intense battle music!) The Zangoose ran full speed at the Sandshrew, but Sandshrew quickly evaded. He charged his Crush Claw as he relentlessly charged at Sandshrew once more. Sandshrew jumped overhead and launched Swift, landed behind the Zangoose and used Swift once more, and then finally used a powerful Slash to knock the Zangoose against the trunk of a tree!
Humiliated and hurt, the Zangoose ran away yelling "We will get you for this!" (music ends)
A LITTLE WHILE AFTER
"Thank you so much for helping us! Who did you say you were again?" Flareon said with a smile on her face. The mysterious duo had brought Oran Berries to restore the Hp of all who were injured. Vulpix was sulking as she did not receive any anything for her false wounds.
"I'm Sandshrew and this is Cyndaquil. Together we are Team Firestorm of the Red Rescue Team." Whenever Sandshrew spoke all attention was on him. Even his partner Cyndaquil had payed close attention as if he was saying something revealing and very compelling.
"Red Rescue Team? What's that?" Growlithe said as the Murkrow brothers and Misdreavus gathered around to hear the answer. Vulpix was standing right beside Misdreavus.
"The Red Rescue Team is an organization of Pokemon whose sole purpose is to help Pokemon," Sandshrew said looking at his captivated audience.
"I've never heard of you before, or even seen any other members for that matter. I've been in the sky for quite the number of hours and have never spotted Pokemon such as yourselves helping others," Murkrow said surprised that he had missed something in his travels.
"We haven't been around very long, but we are here to stay, that's for sure. It's true we aren't a large presence in the world just yet, but we have an endeavor that all pokemon can share. Our efforts for peace are sure to attract new members. So are any of you interested in becoming a member?"
"Wait you recruit members just like that!? I'm sorry but you just seem like an elite group of Pokemon is all. Going around and fighting Zangoose just seems like a tall order for us common Pokemon," Flareon said realizing she had just insulted all her friends.
"I'm sorry allow me to explain. Being the head of recruitment here in Sinnoh I'm excited to see such a capable group of Pokemon."
"Capable, what makes you say that?" Misdreavus said as Vulpix walked next to Flareon far from her.
"Well, I find it's easier to recruit Pokemon when they already have a team. Teams usually consist of 3, and since there are six of you I thought this decision might be a little easier on you. Also I noticed the burn marks on that Zangoose, that was one strong attack against him." Sandshrew was smiling, which seemed to be an almost natural look on him.
"That was me, it was kind of a one time thing I admit. We aren't exactly the strongest group of Pokemon sorry to say," Growlithe said disappointed at the fact that they might be under qualified for this organization.
"That's not a problem," Cyndaquil stepped in and declared. "Not all missions require you to have any type of fighting experience. In fact most members start off just like you." They were all very intrigued by what was being offered to them. None of them would have ever expected this to happen to them after they had just taken a beating by a single Zangoose.
"Listen, we have to get going. Here take this." Sandshrew said as he handed over a neck handkerchief that was almost scarf like to them. "If you want to contact us just draw the logo in the ground. I'll get someone or come myself as soon as I can."
They all said their goodbyes and thanked the two for helping them once again. As they walked back to the hideout they all had more thoughts than words (with the exception of Vulpix who kept sneakily bringing to Flareon and Growlithe's attention how much she did not enjoy Misdreavus' company). Growlithe and the older of the Murkrow brothers had especially been deep in thought, going through every detail of the events that had transpired. Flareon seemed less worried than ever, as she was relieved to hear about the presence of a group of potential protectors.
LATER THAT NIGHT
All six pokemon had gathered around a fire and sat comfortably. They were in their hideout, which was a small mountainous area surrounded by dense foliage and a number of trees. There was a hidden passage between bushes that allowed them to enter a hole in the ground, which would lead them straight into the hideout.
"So what do you all think about joining the Red Rescue Team?" the older of the Murkrow brothers said nervously. The others looked at him as if expecting him to give his opinion. "I mean, it's just, an organization dedicated to helping Pokemon sounds like something I'd be interested in." There was a silence that followed. Growlithe was looking up at the stars as he began to break it.
"I say we do it. All that's evil in this world has been able to exist because of this disconnection between Pokemon. This is our chance to make a difference, to finally stand up for the good of all Pokemon." The silence returned. The noises of the night were slowly getting louder, as if something amazing was about to happen. "I really do want to join this organization, but I won't if it means leaving all of you. So are you with me?-"
"I'm in!" Flareon said much to the surprise of everyone. "I know it must surprising to hear me see that, but earlier today I almost abandoned my friends. That is not the Pokemon I want to be, it's not who I am now. I'm one of the pokemon you are talking about Growlithe. I don't want to be apart of the spreading of all that's bad, I want to be a part of preserving all that is good, and make all that's good all that is." She motioned to Growlithe at the end of her emotional speech. Vulpix had stood up and started to speak.
"Well, I guess I'm in too. I wish everybody would have told me we had to have speech ready but I got nothing. For the good pokemon I guess." Flareon looked embarrassed realizing Vulpix was referring to her.
"How about you Murkrow brothers and Misdreavus?" Growlithe said hoping they would join them.
"Yeah of course! Can't let you guys become big shot Rescue Team members without us!" The older of the Murkrow brothers said.
"If big brother is in then count me in too!"
"Yeah me three, this sounds like fun!" Vulpix rolled her eyes when Misdreavus spoke.
"Then it's settled. tomorrow morning we are going to become full fledged members of the Red Rescue Team!" Growlithe said as they all nodded in agreement. The younger of the Murkrow brothers put out the fire and they all went to sleep filled with this new passion and they had created among one another. There was now a new light for all Pokemon it seemed, as this group of six has already took the first steps in making the world a better place for Pokemon everywhere.