Pokémon Crimson and Cobalt
There once was a Trainer named Red…
A very special Trainer he was…
He amassed a veritable army of all known creatures that cover the earth, colloquially known as Pokémon.
He completed the Pokédex, a high-tech encyclopedia, all while foiling the Gym Leaders of the Kanto Region along with the nefarious Team Rocket and its boss, Giovanni.
He then bested the four most powerful Trainers in the region and his rival, Blue, for the ultimate prize of Pokémon League Champion.
He would go on to be what many people believe to be the world's greatest.
He would train tirelessly on a mountain in the neighboring region of Johto until he was summarily bested by an up-and-comer by the name of Ethan. What came after for Red is but a mystery.
What many people forget is what happened next…
The one thought raced through Ralphie's mind as he raced to his seat with his concessions tray.
Man, I hope I'm not too late! If I don't make it back to my seat in time, I'll miss the Grand Finals, and I don't want to miss second of the action!
By the time he actually got to his seat, the packed Saffron Stadium was in an uproar to the point that the emcee could barely be heard.
"And we're back, folks! The final round of the Gym Masters Division of the Pokemon World Tournament is about to begin, and with Misty and Regis on tap for us, we should see sparks flying between both competitors!"
The crowd ramped up what felt like another thousand decibels, and Ralphie thought that any second his ears would explode, but, strangely enough couldn't care less. Any second now, he was going to witness the battle of his life!
Both doors on the opposite sides of the playing field opened to reveal an orange haired woman in a swimsuit type outfit and thin jacket on the left side with a purple haired young man in a white sparkling suit on the right. Both gave their acknowledgment of the crowd and stared each other down, intense looks on both of their faces.
"Well, well, well! It seems that Sabrina did decide to hand things over to you."
The boy smiled gracefully at Misty's remark. "Indeed, she did. It's just the same that auntie couldn't be here in person. In any case, I look forward to matching wits with you."
"Hey, you too!" Her smile faded as she got out her first Pokéball. "But don't you dare think for a second that I'm going to go easy on you. All of my Water-types give it their all to get this far, so I'm not holding anything back on you!"
"Wouldn't expect anything less," was the boy's response as they shook hands."
The referee walked in, and with three quick gestures, started the match. Ralphie was on the edge of his seat.
The first two Pokémon on the field were Misty's Golduck and Regis' Alakazam, respectively.
"Well, it's your hometown, so it's your move," Misty offered.
"Don't mind if I do." His smile turned into a smirk. "For starters, let's see what item you have on you. Thief!"
The PSI Pokémon tossed one of its spoons at the jeweled starfish, aiming for a direct hit. To counter this, Misty ordered a Water Pulse, aimed at the floor. Upon getting the appropriate height, Starmie used Rapid spin to become a living shuriken shot right for its opponent.
"Out of the way, quick," Regis shouted. Managing to dodge the attack, his Alakazam retrieved his spoon via telekinesis. It then lined up another Thief attack, only to be blasted by concentrated bundle of chilling cold. Ice Beam knocked it back a few feet, but it shrugged off the blow with ease.
"I've got another surprise," the swimmer declared. "Eat this. Signal Beam!"
The wave of Bug-type energy lashed at Alakazam relentlessly, dealing heavy damage. Luckily, Regis seemed to know just what to do. "Disable."
The sea star glowed with a red aura, signifying the effect of the attack. It wouldn't be using that move anytime in the near future, and that suited Regis just fine.
Misty gritted her teeth, but her determination wasn't weakened. "Not bad, but don't underestimate me. My Water-type Pokémon are tough!"
What came next was a barrage of Water Pulse attacks, all dodged except two, which merely grazed their target. The last attack met empty space. Both trainer and Pokémon looked frustrated.
Where did he go? Ralphie wondered very briefly before he got his answer, in the form of Alakazam reappearing with a darkness infused spoon that slammed right into the back of Starmie's midsection (such as it was). Three more swats came, with them all landing plush.
"Starmie, get him off you! Rapid Spin!" The attack both brushed the opposition off and did a little damage in the process. It lined up for another attack. "Thunderbolt!"
The psychic did you react fast enough to teleport away and took quite the shocking blast. It wouldn't have been much of a problem considering Alakazam's high Special Defense, except that the attack came with an unwanted gift: paralysis.
Misty crossed her arms. "Looks like your Alakazam's a sitting Psyduck… Or should I say, Golduck. Starmie, return!" The starfish promptly disappeared in a ray of red light. In exchange, said Golduck took the field, looking fierce as ever. Regis could only grimace as he looked at his new opponent. He knew what move that thing could be packing very well: Shadow Claw.
Misty, on the other hand, was much more pleased with her situation. "I've had you on the ropes this entire battle so far, and now it looks like your Alakazam is about to disappear in its own little magic act!"