So, I've been having this pulling feeling in the back of my head for a while now. Not too big, but more like a proper Pokémon story!
I've taken shots at making Pokémon stories in the past, but they didn't really work out (Also the one I was working on got overrun by "Hyperdimension Neptunia: A Dimensional Trip"). So, I thought that since things are going slow right now (Don't worry, "Re;Soldier II Victory" will still be worked on), I'll be making this Pokémon story as a nice little change of pace! So without further to do, lets get a new adventure started!
Pokémon is property of Nintendo
and Game Freak
Chapter 1: A Meeting of Fate, A New Adventure Awaits
The vast world of Pokémon, an ever expanding world filled with people and Pokémon alike. Pokémon, also known as Pocket Monsters, have lived alongside humans for as long as time can remember. They vary in shape, size, personality, and appearance. Today, we will follow the path of a soldier who crosses fate with a Pokémon that is undiscovered during his younger years. Let us jump back in time and see what awaits with this slowly unraveling fate.
Location: Fuchsia City Morning, Kanto. 15 years ago
Our Story begins in Fuchsia City, a peaceful city that rests in the southern parts of the Kanto region. This place is known for its biggest attraction, the Safari Zone, the Fuchsia Zoo, and one of the eight Pokémon League Gyms run by Koga. This is also home to a five year old named Garland our protagonist and his family, his father and little sister.
Fuchsia on this day was the same as usual. The morning rush of people heading to their jobs and trainers getting an early start in the Safari Zone for rare Pokémon to add to their teams. This was also the day young Garland woke up early. He wakes up with a stretch before bounding out of bed, changing out of his pajamas and into so shorts and a shirt.
After making sure his outfit was good, Garland ran out of his room and into the quiet living area. It looks like his father or little sister weren't up yet. He makes his way to the front door, trying to turn the knob when he felt something approaching him from behind.
"Raaawr. . ." He looks back to see a Charizard looking at him with a tired look on its face. This Charizard with his father partner in his days as an airman in Kanto's Pidgeot Force.
"Hi Charizard!" The young boy says to the Pokémon, flashing him a smile "Umm, can you help me with the door?"
The Flame Pokémon looks at the young human, a gruffy huff was heard from its snout. This has been a normal thing with Young Garland since he turned four "Rawr. . ." Charizard reaches over the child, grabbing the dorrknob, then opened the door.
A smile beams across Garland's face as he looks up at the Pokémon "Thank you, Charizard!" He skips outside before looking back at the door "See you later!" With that, he turns back around and runs towards the Fuchsia Zoo.
Location: Fuchsia Zoo Morning, close to the Safari Zone
Garland ran through the streets of Fuchsia City, only the local residence outside their houses and stores. The boy got a few "Hellos" and "On the way to the Zoo?" as he was right in front of the Fuchsia Zoo. This zoo has very rare Pokémon you don't normally see in the wild, with a few well-known Pokémon. And not only that, the zoo was open and free to the public so the local kids and aspiring trainers could stop by and learn something new.
The zoo seemed a little empty today, which left Garland slightly confused. There were some Pokémon habitats that were completely empty of life, not even the sleeping area had a Pokémon in them.
"Huh? Where are the Pokémon?" The boy asks aloud, peering into one of the habitats. He looked around the habitat till he saw something move within the bushes on the other side of where he was standing. He staid where he was, observing the motion in the bushes till he watched a green and yellow blur bolt out of the bush and into some thick brush by the Safari Zone's main gate. Garland gulps as he slowly makes his way over to the brush he saw the blur enter. As he slowly started moving through the brush, he saw the shape of a green and yellow. . . Pokémon?
"Grrr. . ." The creature lets out a low growl, which makes Garland flinch until he saw that the creature was hurt and scuffed up, making him get closer "El. . . Elect. . ." It looks at him with shaky eyes, visibly shaking.
The boy felt his heart drop at the sight of the small thing. He slowly gets on his knees before reaching out to it "It's. . . Okay. I won't. . ." Just as he was about to touch it, the creature's body sparks before sending an electric shock at Garland, shocking him "Ah!?" He falls on his butt after yelping in pain.
"Hey, did you hear something!?" A man's voice calls out, making Garland jump.
"Maybe it was that Pokémon that escaped" Another voice sounds off "Search the area!"
Garland looks around then to the small Pokémon, which looked like it was about to panic. Without thinking about what was going to happen, Garland grabs it and holds it close, holding its snout so it wouldn't make any noise "P-Please. . . I'm not here to hurt you. . ." It struggled in his arms for a bit before calming down, just as a group on men in black uniform wearing black berets run past.
After what felt like forever, Garland slowly pokes his head from the brush and looks around. After seeing that the coast was clear, he gently gripped the Pokémon in his arms before running as fast as his legs could carry him from the Zoo.
Location: Garland's Home Afternoon, Fuchsia City
After running from the Zoo, Garland kept on running. He didn't stop for anything, the only thing he knew was that he was scared and afraid for the creature in his arms. He looks down at the Pokémon, feeling that it has stopped wiggling. The creature was looking at him with tired eyes.
"Are. . . You okay?" Garland asks, looking down at the Pokémon. He noticed that he was just around the corner from his house, so he started walking.
The Pokémon looks at him with its tired eyes before speaking "El. . . Electrike. . ." It said with a fatigued voice. It looks like the Pokémon was too tired and hurt to do anything.
He stops just outside his house before gently petting the Pokémon "Don't worry, we'll help you. . ." After petting it, trying to reassure it, he opens the door to his house with a little difficulty. And there standing in the living area, was his father.
His father Marc, was a somewhat middle-aged man and a retired veteran of the KPF "I see you went out early. . . This. . ." Marc's words slowed down when he saw the condition of his son and what he was holding "Garland, what happened to you? And what is that in your hands?"
"D-Dad. . ." The boy shivers, bringing the Pokémon to Marc "Please help it. . . There were loud people at the Zoo. . . And this Pokémon was there hiding. It shocked me. . . But I'm okay" Garland looks down at the Pokémon.
Marc strokes his chin a bit before sighing "Son, I don't know what compelled you to do this. But, give him to me. We'll take care of it"
Garland smiles at his father's words "Th-Thanks dad! You're awesome!"
Time Skip: Present Day: Airplane
"M-Mmmm. . .?" A young man opens his eyes slowly after what looks like a nap "Why did I have a dream like that. . .?" This is Garland, 25 years old and on a plane to the Kalos region. During the past couple of years, he enlisted in Kanto's International Army with his partner Pokémon, Electrike and is currently in his Army uniform. He looked down onto his lap to see Electrike curled up an napping on it.
He turns his head to the window next to his seat, seeing nothing but ocean. He stared out the window for a long while till a 'ding' came over the intercom "Attention all passengers. We are approaching our final flight to the Kalos region. Please be sure to remain seated until the plane comes to a complete stop"
"Oh, it's already that time?" The soldier asks, bringing out his phone. As soon as he put his phone away, he gently nudges Electrike "Hey, buddy. It's time to get up"
"Ehrrf. . . Elect. . .?" The Lightning Pokémon stirs and stretches in Garland's lap. After its little ritual, Electrike raised its head towards it's trainer is gives him a happy face "Electirke~!"
"Heh, hey buddy. Hope you enjoyed your nap" Garland says, rubbing his Pokémon's head "Cause Kalos is just a couple minutes away"
Author's Notes
Well, this was longer than I was wanting. But, I hope you guys enjoyed it. I can tell that I've gotten plenty rust, so I'm also hoping I can hone my abilities for writing again with this. Take it easy guys, and I will see you all later!