Chapter 1

The start of it all

It was early morning in the Kanto regions very own Pallet Town. Just as the sun was rising Professor Oak heard two voices from the other side of the lab yell, "WE are here to pick up our first Pokémon professor." Oak turned to see two boys at the age of ten. One was tall for his age with a well build and long untamed hair, his name was Kyle. The other was short and skinny with short hair, named Christian. Oak had watched the two of them grow up, if one of them was there the other was not far behind. They raced to get to the table holding three Pokeballs.

In the Pokeballs were the starter Pokémon. First there was Bulbasaur, a Grass and Poison type Pokémon. Bulbasaur was a laid back Pokémon but had a lot of potential and strength. Next was Squirtle the Water type Pokémon. Squirtle was a bit of a prankster always finding some sort of trouble to get into. Finally there was Charmander, the fire type Pokémon. Charmander was a Pokémon Oak was reluctant to give out, it had many health problems, but unfortunately one trainer was going to have to get it.

As the two boys approached Oak thought about what they had just told him yesterday. Christian wanted to follow in the footsteps of another Pokedex holder Red. Red had gotten his Charmander from this very lab just ten years ago, which meant more than likely Christian would do the same. While Kyle dreamed of becoming a pro Pokémon comedian. With how Squirtle always acted it was no surprise when Kyle took Squirtle. After being handed their Pokedexs the two young boys were on their way.

It wasn't until past noon that the third boy showed up. If the professor had not been waiting he would have not heard the boy come in. He was a quiet and fragile boy always watching over the other two. Oak remembered 5 years ago this boy took the blame for Christian and Kyle when they let loose a hoard of Tauros into Oaks lab. The boy had spent 4 months helping out at the lab while the two who caused the trouble enjoyed the warm summer air. The boy was named Brad, he had just missing the recieval date of his first Pokémon by one day last year, so he was already nearing the age of 11.

Brad walked to the other side of the lab knowing well that only one Pokémon was remaining. Throughout the day he had tried to avoid this place. He didn't want to go on a journey, he wanted to stay in Pallet, and he didn't want a Pokémon. To be exact he hated the idea of even having one. In the end his mother forced him in saying that Christian and Kyle would not last a day without his help. So reluctantly he picked up the Pokeball containing Bulbasaur, got his Pokedex, thanked the professor and headed his way north to Route 1.

Meanwhile well of the beaten path we find Christian already in his first battle against a wild Pidgey. After a while and a quick realization that his Charmander knows ember the battle was won. As Christian recalled Charmander, he heard grumbling that sounded loud enough to be a Snorlax, and realized that it was just about lunch time. So he and Kyle sat down to eat lunch only to realize that neither of them had brought anything to eat. "We can't go back now, we said we wouldn't be back until we became champions!" Kyle said exhaustingly. And as such the two headed back on their way.

After a bit of searching with the help of their Pokémon, Christian and Kyle came across some wild Berries. Taking a chance they each grabbed a handful, while saying, "Bottoms Up!" After filling themselves as well as their Pokémon up on wild berries they went on the way. They soon came across a flock of wild Pidgey. After defeating them the two friends heard what they thought to be thunder. They recalled their Pokémon, and headed into a nearby cave. Behind them thunder struck and a boulder fell trapping them in the cave.

On the other side of the cave was Brad and his Bulbasaur. Bulbasaur was eagerly eating some of the handmade Pokémon food while Brad was watching his dinner cook on an open fire. The thunder struck right outside the entrance by them, and caused Bulbasaur to jump a bit. Brad was used to sounds like that by now. While working at the professor's lab he worked with many electric Pokémon and the bolts no longer scared him. As Bulbasaur finished his meal he bounded towards Brad's side to nap by the warmth of his trainer, completely oblivious to the hatred his trainer had towards him.

Both jumped as they heard a boulder fall in the distance, and were shocked to see another two trainers walking towards them. Deciding now a good of time as ever to train against something stronger than a level 3 Pidgey, Christian challenged Brad to a one on one battle. Brad reached for a Pokeball on his belt and sent out Mankey. This Mankey had ruined his dinner once already, so Brad caught it to get rid of the nuisance.

Battle Scene

"Mankey use Scratch!" Brad shouted as the Mankey charged forward. "Charmander dodge and use Ember!" Christian quickly replied. Tired out from the many battles and the low nutrition berries Charmander just barely moved out the way of the attack and could only produce a puff of smoke. Brad saw this and returned Mankey.

Battle Scene Over

"Don't think you won that battle, I'm surprised that little thing can stand! Did you ever even think about what putting your Pokémon through constant battles will do to it?" Brad exclaimed while digging through his backpack. He soon found what he was looking for, Fire Pokémon food. He threw the can at Christian and said try this to help the little guy. He did the same to Kyle with a can of food meant for water Pokémon. "My mom was right you two can't last a day alone without my help. I hate the idea of this journey, but I still don't want you two dead so you have yourselves another traveling partner.

End of Chapter

Brad

Bulbasaur

Tackle Growl Leech Seed

Mankey

Scratch Leer

Christian

Charmander

Scratch Leer Ember

Kyle

Squirtle

Tackle Tail Whip Bubble