Chapter 1: The Expedition

AN: So, this is a crossover between an original space opera setting of mine, and Pokemon. Basically, it's Pokemon HeartGold, except replace Gold with a character from my space opera setting.

My name is Isaac Ishmael. I was born on a starship, owned by a republic called Zion. Zion is a bastion of science, rationalism and individuality among the stars, guided by the holy computer: Metatron. I was lucky to be born there-I developed an interest in science and technology, and they gave me the tools to learn.

Zion discovered a planet which they call "Zemlya". The planet gets its name from strange, alien creatures that inhabit this planet, known as "Pokemon". The locals bond with these creatures, using them to fight or as pets, among other mundane uses such as labor. Upon learning about the world, I became...fascinated. After praying to Metatron about it, I could feel him working within me. Yes, I must visit this world and learn more about it, and teach them our ways, too.

I volunteered to go on this mission alone. My only companion will be an autonomous rover, which I call "Unity". Unity and I landed on the planet and tried to blend in with the locals-our orders are to not make reveal Zion to them just yet. We came to a small town known as New Bark Town. It's not the kind of town I'd usually visit-very brown and green (Parkitecture, if you will), but it'll have to do. I contacted a local scientist by the name of Professor Birch-I'm hoping to get a read on how advanced these people are.

I was sitting in my cottage fiddling with Unity. It follows the aesthetic design my people call "Aesceticism". It's mostly white, with a bit of silver and black here and there, and a few blue LEDs. It's body has a rather minimalistic design, a roundish body suspended above six "rocker-bogie" wheels. This design allows it to travel on many different types of terrains. On the front of the body is a "head"-a bunch of sensory equipment. On the sides of the head were two antennas. On the back was an "arm" or a "tail". It could grab things, but also had a laser scalpel. It vaguely resembled a robotic version of a cross between a rover, a rabbit, and a scorpion.

I turned the machine on. It immediately beeped happily. "Yes, that's right" I said. The machine actually cannot meaningfully speak (emotional-beeping aside), but I like talking to it anyways. "We've got an errand to run for Professor Birch. You'll be assisting me on my trip." It gave a quick happy beep. I said "Alright. Follow me" as I left my cottage.

As soon as I left, a largish, blue rodent ran towards me. It jumped into my arms. I recognized this rodent. "Hey, Marill" I said as gently stroked its ears.

A girl shouted "Marill, get off of him." The rodent jumped out of my arms, returning to its master's side. I looked at her. I knew here-she was one of the locals. Friendlier than most.
"Hello, Lydia!" I said.

Lydia smiled and said "Hiya!" before her attention was caught by Unity. "What's that thing? Is that...some sort of pokemon?"

I paused in fear for a moment. How should I answer this question? Well, I know that Pokemon exist on this world, but I'm not as sure about robotic drones. "Y-yes. It's a Pokemon!"

Lyra smiled "Oh, cool! I've never seen a Pokemon like that before!"

Lyra left to continue playing with her Marril, and I journeyed on. As I moved leftwards, I came to a sign that read "Warning: Wild Pokemon ahead! Do not leave without your own Pokemon! Beware tall grass!"

I walked past the sign, preparing mentally for whatever was about to come my way.