This is another remake of my original Pokemon story, and it is even more different. St. Elmo's Fire, one of my reviewers told me that I shouldn't use script format, so I'm taking his advice and making this story a narrative. Well, here we go. Please leave a review about your thoughts and feelings on this chapter.
Disclaimer: I do NOT own Mario Bros., Pokemon, Minecraft, etc. Also, this story is rated Teen for slightly to moderately graphic language.
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Chapter One / David
"Finally. Delia will be pleased..."
David Ketchum, the father of Ash Ketchum had everything figured out. He had a long business chain across several different regions of the world. His son woke up from his coma just yesterday. His ex-wife, Delia will be so grateful that she will want to be with him again. Of course, he also planned out a special road trip for his family, and strangers who wanted to become Pokemon trainers. Everything will be okay...
"Now, time to get to Pallet Town." He said with glee.
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Chapter One / Rane
It was Christmas morning in Pallet Town, Kanto. Rane sat next to her Christmas tree, her hands ripping the wrapping paper off a box her best friend, Leon gave her. After the paper was torn off, she opened the box, eager to examine its contents. What she found was the most precious gift she had ever obtained. A Poke Ball.
"*gasps with joy* Oh my gosh!" Rane exclaimed jubilantly.
"What did Leon get you?" Her mother, Emma asked.
Rane held her Poke Ball in front of her parents, both of whom were caught off guard. They were so happy for their daughter, fourteen-year old Rane Cooper.
Rane thought back to that moment five days ago while she was playing with her Pokemon, Eevee. She knew that Eevee only knew two battle moves: Tackle and Sand Attack. But she was confident that soon enough, she would become a Pokemon Master. She just needed to buy more Poke Balls and battle other Pokemon. But today wasn't the day for that. It was New Year's Eve, and in half an hour, she and her family would be welcoming the new year, 2018 into their lives.
"I can't wait Eevee! The new year is coming, and with it, our Pokemon journey as well!"
"Eee!" said her Pokemon with joy.
"I've already talked about it with my parents, so tomorrow is when we'll start! Leon and his Riolu are coming with us too!"
Rane and Eevee were happy together, that was their usual behavior. But deep down in her heart, Rane was all too nervous about leaving her parents. She didn't know what future was laid out for her and Eevee to follow. No one did anyway. Basically, behind that happy, caring smile, Rane was a anxious girl who needed help finding her way through a dark, cloudy path.
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Chapter One / David
That night, David Ketchum strolled onto Rane's street, holding a bundle of flyers and a roll of tape. He was a rich man, rich enough to pay for Ash's medical bill at least. The least he could do was plan a special trip for himself, his family, and anyone else who wanted to accompany him. And in a school bus too, which happened to be one that required an immediate paint job before the road trip.
David looked down at his wristwatch:
11:59 PM
"Of course..." he muttered, taping a flyer to Rane's front door.
He only had one Pokemon, but he stored him in his PC back at the new Pokemon Center that opened up two blocks ago. Not that his Pokemon could help him much at the moment. David used to be a professional Pokemon Trainer back in the day, but at this day and age, he's given away, traded, or released almost all of his Pokemon. He retired, won the lottery, and then he bought out tons of stores and salons. If that never happened, Professor Oak would've been forced to pull the plug on Ash's medication months ago.
Anyway, Mr. Ketchum was headed for the Professor's Laboratory, where Ash has been resting since Pallet Town doesn't have a frigging hospital yet. It was right at the end of the street. He started to put a pep in his step so he could get there before-
Beep! Beep! Beep!
It was midnight. 2018 has arrived.
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Chapter One / Ash
Ash Ketchum, who was no older than ten, was having trouble sleeping at Professor Oak's Laboratory. Ever since he woke up from his coma, he couldn't figure out how to reenter the world of dreams. His sleeping troubles were partially caused by conversations between Professor Oak and his mother, Delia. They kept talking about whether he was okay, if there were any side effects, and when he would be allowed to leave. Unfortunately, Ash hasn't been feeling well, and he couldn't quite hear the professor correctly whenever he answered Delia's questions. Nausea and unheard answers were keeping Ash awake. Not only that, but his Pikachu also got really injured when the two got electrocuted. Now that he thought about it, how long has it been since that happened?
At least Pikachu was okay. The yellow chinchilla-like Pokemon was sound asleep in a cot next to the ten-year old's bed. Ash was impressed with Pikachu's amazing abilities in battle. Pikachu knew Thunder Shock, Tail Whip, and Growl, three weak, yet essential skills to have in his moveset. Ash was a big fan of Pikachu, but he couldn't help but wonder why he was such a jerk to him before the accident.
He heard a noise. Someone was pounding on the door, asking to come inside.
"I'm coming!" called Oak, alarmed.
The pink faced scientist raced over to the door. Upon opening it, he saw a man, Ash's dad. A surprised Ash leaped out of bed and ran over to greet his father.
"Dad!? Oh my god! You're here!"
"Hey son!" David replied happily, embracing his son.
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Chapter One / David
The next morning, David woke up on his ex-wife's couch, rubbing his eyes and yawning. Professor Oak gave him great news last night. Ash was going to feel alright, and so would his Pikachu. Delia was also happy to see him, but she didn't ask to go out with him once. Shoot.
"Good morning sleepy head!" said Delia, who was eating cereal at the dining room table.
"Hey darling." David spoke in a sort of Southern accent.
He arose from the couch and sat at a chair next to Delia. She was a kind person, but you see, she and David got into a huge fight a few years ago. You see, David just stopped being a Pokemon trainer, and Delia was pissed because he wasn't keeping his Pokemon. The fight eventually grew to David buy many lottery tickets, going to bars and getting home, drunk. These two former lovers got divorced not long after that. David has been trying to win her back ever since.
"So Delia, now that Ash is better, I want to take you two on a journey through Kanto with other trainers!"
"That's sounds fun." Delia said, mouth full of soggy cheerios.
"When would it be at your best convenience?" David asked, hopeful that she would warm up to the idea of a Kanto trip.
"Well Dave, I'd have to call a few people and make sure the house is locked up tight, but tomorrow would seem to be the right time."
"Okay then." he replied. "I have a bus that we can use for the trip."
"Cool. Where'd you get it? The junkyard?"
She was flirting with him. That had to be a good sign.
"*chuckle* Nope. I bought it from the Lumiose City Bus Station in Kalos."
These two used to have several friendly chats a day. They were great together, they could be that way again.
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Chapter One / Leon
Leon Kinneas knocked on Rane's door. He was the same age as Rane, and he was a natural-born Pokemon Trainer. His Riolu stood eagerly at his feet, waiting to surprise Leon's best friend. After a moment of anticipation, the ash-brown haired teenager open the front door, surprised to see her friend.
"Hey Leon!" she said, hugging him. "It's so nice to see you."
"You too! Do you like the gift I got you?"
He was curious to know if Rane liked Eevee or not.
"Why of course!" she replied with that predictable smile. "She's so cute."
Eevee appeared at Rane's feet. She looked at Riolu, then she started to play with him.
"So Leon, last night, I found this cool flyer on my front door."
"That's what I came to tell you about." he stated.
"Really?" she responded. "I had no idea."
Leon took his flyer out of his pocket, unfolded it and showed it to Rane (Even though she already read it).
Do you want to become a Pokemon Trainer?
Do you want to be the very best, like no one ever was?
Do you want to catch em' all?
Then come join me and my family on a special journey through Kanto! I live on May St. in Pallet Town. Sign up by writing your name on the back of this flyer, and then bring it back to me. The bus we are travelling in is parked right outside of Pallet Town, and it is packed with food, Poke Balls, and more! If you want to bring your own stuff, go right ahead. Please get your parent or guardian's permission to go on this trip before you leave.
- David Ketchum
"I already signed up, so I was going to visit you and see if you wanted to come with me." Rane explained to Leon.
"Since I'm here now, and I have permission, all I need to do is sign up and go." Leon said to her.
"My parents said so too."
"Okay then." Leon replied as he wrote his name using his emergency pencil. He was wearing a backpack full of emergency items. After he jogged down his name, he pocketed the pencil and stuffed the flyer into his backpack. Riolu and Eevee were having fun, playing tag at the door.
"I'm gonna go over to Mr. Ketchum's house and hand this flyer in." Leon told Rane, excitement in his heart. "Wanna come with me?"
"Sure." Rane replied. "Why not?"
Rane walked over towards the living room, where her parents were watching on the news channel.
"Mom? Dad?" she called to them. "Can I go outside with Leon for a while?"
"Sure honey." her mother answered.
Her father said "Just make sure you dress appropriately before leaving."
"Thanks." She responded with a jolly grin.
With that, Rane put on her parka, sneakers, and jeans before joining Leon and the Pokemon. This would be the start of an epic Pokemon journey...
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Chapter One / Rane
A few minutes after leaving Rane's house, the two friends arrived at the Ketchum's house. There was an issue. Five other teenagers, all ranging from 14 to 16, were surrounding the entrance to David's house. They only just noticed Rane and Leon.
"What the-" Rane muttered under her breath.
David Ketchum opened the door, finding all seven adolescents waiting outside. He didn't expect a handful of kids, just four at the very most. Karma..., he figured.
"Hello." He greeted everyone at his front door.
"Hey there!" replied Jessica Mahoney, the fifteen-year old closest to the door. "I believe we're all here to sign up for this Pokemon trip."
"You bet!" called out a fourteen-year old, Caleb Monroe.
Everyone else agreed.
"Alright then!" David said. "Tomorrow at noon, we will be starting a Pokemon journey of epic proportions. But just remember that if your parents don't approve of this, or if you are too shy, then don't come."
Jessica handed her flyer to Mr. Ketchum, who gave it a check mark.
"Ok Jessica. I'll see you tomorrow!"
"Thanks!" she said lightheartedly, walking away.
Caleb was the next one to hand in his flyer. Next was fifteen-year old Mikhail Camino, then sixteen-year old Gina Morrison, and finally fourteen-year old Ashley Henderson. After her came Rane and Leon.
"Good morning." he said.
"Hi!" squeaked Rane, who had butterflies in her stomach. "We're really excited because we've never went on a Pokemon adventure before!"
"That's great." He said. "This is also gonna be my son's first adventure."
"Cool." Leon said, handing his and Rane's flyers to David. As the man marked the flyers off, Rane couldn't help but feel like she was doing something wrong. What if her parents wouldn't let her and Eevee go on the trip? What if she was too scared to go? Rane shivered at the thought of it.
"Thank you for signing up!" David said, jogging Rane and Leon's names down on an attendance sheet. "I'll see you two tomorrow."
"Thank you!" replied Rane. "You too!"
With that, David shut his front door. Rane, feeling excited and scared at the same time, turned to leave when Leon poked her on the shoulder.
"Hey Rane, wanna have a Pokemon battle?"
"Sure. Maybe next to the Pokemon Center?"
"Alright." Leon agreed.
About a minute later, Rane and Leon stood in front of the Pokemon Center across from their houses. Each trainer gripped their Poke Balls tightly; they stared each other in the eyes. Feeling anticipation, the two trainers threw their Poke Balls onto the field!
"Go, Eevee!"
"Let's go, Riolu!"
Both Pokemon materialized outside of their round capsules. The match has begun. Leon took the initiative.
"Riolu, use Quick Attack!" yelled Leon.
The blue canine Pokemon sped right up towards Eevee and kicked her.
"Uh oh." Rane murmured, worried. "Use Sand Attack Eevee!"
Eevee, in retaliation, tossed sand into Riolu's eyes, decreasing his accuracy. Leon flinched.
"Riolu, hit em with another Quick Attack!"
Riolu dashed at Eevee again, but his kick missed!
"Ok Eevee! Use Tackle!"
Eevee charged toward Riolu, and then she pushed him into a nearby wall. People started to gather around the duel, including the teenagers from earlier, Rane's parents, and the Ketchum Family. They were all staring in awe at Rane and Leon's first battle!
"Ok, that's it." Leon said, getting into the feel of battle. "Riolu, use Quick Attack until you hit Eevee!"
Riolu began dashing around the battlefield, hoping to run into Eevee.
"Dodge him Eevee! You can do it!" Rane cheered on.
Eevee was careful to sidestep Riolu's attacks, but then she took one wrong step. Riolu crashed right into the Normal-type Pokemon.
"Don't worry Eevee! You can do it. Use Tackle!"
Eevee tackled Riolu.
"Riolu, use Endure!"
Riolu leaped off of Eevee, and guarded, bracing himself for the next attack.
"Use Tackle again!"
Eevee tackle Riolu again. It was a critical hit, but Riolu was still standing. Endure saved him from getting knocked out.
"Use Quick Attack!" Leon commanded.
"Use Tackle!" ordered Rane.
Eevee and Riolu, with the last of their strength, dashed straight at each other, bumping heads...
Riolu, feeling dizzy, collapsed onto the ground. Eevee was still up... for three seconds. She fainted too.
"Huh!?" Rane and Leon gasped.
It was a draw. Everyone who surrounded Rane and Leon applauded. They clapped and cheered happily. No one battled directly in Pallet Town since David Ketchum retired. To see two youngsters participating in a battle felt like being surprised at a birthday party!
As Rane and Leon returned Eevee and Riolu to their Poke Balls, David couldn't help but think about the good old days. He created this special trip so he could have that feeling again, only this time, his son would have friends and rivals with him every step of the way...
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This is the end of the first chapter of The Trainer Chronicles: Kanto. The real title is The Trainer Chronicles, but the characters will get to travel from region to region. As you can already tell, I'm veering off from the anime series. I have a theory that the anime series of Pokemon is Ash's coma-induced dream. Things will be different than how you see in the normal series.
Pokemon of the Day: Eevee
Next Chapter: The adventure begins...
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