Pokemon JadeEmerald adventures: Chapter 1: The start of a brand new journey!
On a bright and warm Friday morning, in Pinetree Town, two boys named Aiden and Ashton are going to embark on an exciting journey through the Hoenn region. Today is their 10th birthday, and they can finally become powerful Pokémon trainers. Today will be the most exciting day in their lives.
That very morning, Aiden was still asleep in his bed. Suddenly, Ashton shook him awake.
Aiden turned his body towards his brother standing over his bed and asked in a very grumpy, tired voice, "What do you want? I'm in the middle of sleeping." Aiden frowned at his brother.
Ashton looked astonished. "Bro, come on. Don't get cranky."
"I don't like it when people disturb me in the middle of my sleep. It makes me very upset and cranky," Aiden complained.
"My apologies bro. But today's our 10th birthday. And do you know what that means?"
"What?"
"It means we both can start our Pokemon journey. I've been waiting for this day for a long time. You have no idea how excited I am right now. We'll get to pick our starter Pokemon, battle tons of Pokemon trainers, build an army of powerful Pokemon, take down gym leaders and the elite four and become Pokemon League Champions!"
Upon hearing that, Aiden suddenly sprang up in his bed, with a huge smile on his face. "Oh yeah, I almost forgot. I can't wait to start my journey. It's gonna be so freaking AWESOME! HECK YEAH!"
"Now that's the spirit bro! That's what I like to hear. Now head into the bathroom and get dressed. And be sure to eat breakfast. I already ate mine. You wouldn't want to start a Pokemon journey on an empty stomach, would you?"
"Of course not!" Aiden exclaimed as he jumped out of bed and ran towards the bathroom. After getting dressed, he rushed down the stairs towards the kitchen and quickly ate his breakfast, which was scrambled eggs and pancakes.
His mom was washing the dishes. She happened to look back and noticed Aiden quickly gulping down his breakfast. She smiled and said, "Dear, you don't have to rush. Take your time. Your Pokemon journey isn't gonna leave you."
"I'm sorry Mom," Aiden said, with his mouth full. "I can't help myself. I am so excited to be starting an official Pokemon journey! This is gonna be the best day ever!" He went back to quickly eating his breakfast.
Mom chuckled. "I know you are dear." She turned her attention back to the dishes.
In less than three minutes, Aiden finished his breakfast. His eating area was messy with eggs and syrup. His face and hands were sticky from the syrup.
"Oops, it looks like I left a huge mess."
"Don't worry, dear. I'll clean up your area. Today is your special day, isn't it?" She took the plate out of Aiden's hands and put it in the sudsy water. Then she got a nice warm wet rag and cleaned Aiden's hands and face. Aiden blushed as Mom cleaned his face. He felt so special.
Ashton smiled at his brother. "My brother and his gross eating habits. It never gets old."
After Mom got through with washing the dishes and cleaning the kitchen table, she went to the living room where her son's were waiting and gave them their backpacks. "Okay boys, I packed you both a bunch of clean clothes and snacks. Be sure to change your clothes every single day and WASH them. Also be sure to keep yourselves clean as well, because Pokemon journeys can sure make you stinky! All Pokemon Centers have showering rooms and washing machines, and the best part is that you can use them for free! So take advantage of that as much as you can."
"Okay Mom," Ashton said. "We will. But do you know how we're gonna get our starter Pokemon? Because I think the Pokemon Lab is in Littleroot Town."
"You are correct Ashton," said Mom. "Professor Birch called me earlier and said that a boy named Wally is going to come here to Pinetree Town and give you two your starter Pokemon. He has green hair and ice blue eyes. He's such a sweet kid. You can't miss him."
"Okay, thanks Mom." Ashton was in a hurry. "Can we leave now?"
"Of course you can. Stay safe, and stay out of trouble." She gave both her sons a kiss on their foreheads. "And one more thing, please don't wander off too far without your starter Pokemon. The last thing I'd want is you two to get attacked by a wild Pokemon. Your own Pokemon will protect you from harm."
"We promise not to wander off too far," Ashton assured. "Mom, don't worry about us. We'll both be just fine. We are brave, fearless young men! Isn't that right, Aiden?"
Aiden suddenly looked up. "Of course bro! We can conquer anything!"
Mom blushed and chuckled. "That's my boys! Now go have fun on your journey, you two. And please come back home every so often. I'd like to see what kinds of Pokemon you have."
"Okay Mom, we will, bye!" Both boys said as they headed out the door.
As the boys stepped outside, a pleasant cool breeze swept the area. The boys wandered around the town looking for Wally. Ashton stopped walking, closed his eyes, and took a deep breath, inhaling the scent of the pine trees. "The smell of the trees shines a great omen on our journey, don't you think so, bro?"
"Yeah, I guess," Aiden replied. "After ten years of our life, we can finally start going places. It feels great."
"I know," said Ashton. "We'll visit all kinds of wonderful places and learn what it means to become a Pokemon Master!" Ashton looked around. "By the way, where is this kid named Wally? I know it's only been like two minutes, but I'm getting very impatient. I'm ready to get my first Pokemon."
"Um, maybe that's him over there." Aiden pointed to a boy with greenish hair and ice blue eyes, just like how Mom described. The boy appeared to be carrying a container with three Poké Balls and two Pokédexes inside.
"Yeah, that's definitely him. I'm sure of it! Come on bro, let's go get our first Pokemon!" Ashton grabbed his brother by the hand and both of them ran over to the boy. "Hey, are you Wally?" Ashton asked the boy.
"Yep, that's me," Wally replied. He seems to be a very sweet, shy, and adorable kid, just like how their mother described him. Wally then asked, "Are you two named Aiden and Ashton?"
"Yes we are," Ashton answered. "Great assumption."
"Oh, so you are them. Great! I was sent here by Professor Birch to give the both of you your starter Pokemon." Wally opened the container. "Inside here I have three Pokemon, Torchic, the fire type, Treecko, the grass type, and Mudkip, the water type."
"Cool!" Ashton said as he stared at the three Poké Balls in awe.
"Now be aware, you two can only choose ONE," Wally stated. "That one Pokemon will accompany you throughout your entire journey. Choose wisely."
Both the boys exchanged glances.
"Who will get the first pick?" Ashton asked his brother.
After a while of thinking, Aiden suggested, "I know how we can decide. Let's play rock paper scissors. Whoever wins will get to pick first. Deal?"
"Deal!" Ashton agreed.
Aiden and Ashton faced other and pounded their fists onto their hands. Ashton got rock, Aiden got paper. "No fair!" Ashton complained. "You win. You get to pick first. I was certain you was gonna pick scissors!"
Aiden peered inside the container Wally was holding at the three Poké Balls. After a minute, he grabbed the Poké Ball in the middle. "I think I'll take the grass type, Treecko."
"It's about time you made a decision," Ashton said. "My turn now!" Ashton quickly ran up as Aiden moved out of the way. He quickly grabbed the Poké Ball on the left. "Torchic, I choose you, because fire burns grass!" Ashton jumped up in excitement. "HECK YEAH, I FINALLY GOT MY FIRST POKEMON!"
Wally looked a little embarrassed. Ashton's loud voice caught the attention of many other people. Aiden let out a sigh as people glanced in their direction. Some smiled, others frowned. He felt very embarrassed. His brother was acting like a little kid. But Ashton didn't care. He was extremely excited.
"Well that's not fair. You choose the Pokemon that has the typing advantage over mine," Aiden complained.
"It doesn't really matter though. These Pokemon probably don't have any fire or grass moves yet," Ashton pointed out.
"You are absolutely correct," Wally said. "I think Treecko only has Pound and Leer, and Torchic only has Scratch and Growl. But by defeating other Pokemon, they will get stronger and learn new moves and evolve." Wally took a good look at the boys. "Now are you sure you're satisfied with your selections?"
"Yes, we are," Ashton answered very quickly. "Now let's get started on our journey. I want to test out my Torchic." Ashton started to head for Route 135.
"Wait!" Wally said.
Ashton groaned. "What now?"
"I have to give you two your Pokédexes." Wally reached inside the container and gave the boys their Pokédexes.
"What IS this thing?" Ashton gave his Pokédex a suspicious look.
"That is a Pokedex. It is a high tech encyclopedia that records data on Pokemon you see or catch. It'll be very useful to you." Wally closed the container. "Now Professor Birch told me that he'd like to meet you two in his lab in Littleroot Town. He has more stuff to give you."
"Okay cool," Ashton said as he put his Pokédex in his pocket. "But first," he said, facing his brother. "Aiden, I challenge you to a Pokemon battle! I want to test out my Torchic and see what it can do. Are you ready bro?"
Aiden lifted his Poké Ball containing Treecko. "Heck yeah, I'm ready. I'm confident in Treecko."
"Okay, AWESOME!" Ashton spaced himself out to prepare for battle. "Aiden, prepare to be utterly DOMINATED! Let's battle!"
To be continued...