Disclaimer: I do not own the theme of Pokemon but I do own some of the characters and creatures.

The Beginning

August 1

Alex – 12:30 PM

A boy of thirteen ran as hard as he could. He pounded his feet up and down on the hard pavement, his messenger-type backpack swinging behind him. His green hair whipped in the wind and his matching eyes shown brightly. He had on a red T-shirt that was covered by a black and white jacket. He also wore a pair of black cargo pants that hung loosely over a pair of red and white sneakers. His hands, which were swinging by his sides, wore gloves that came up to mid finger. His name was Alex.

He ran up the streets of the small town Muddale, which was situated in the corner of the region of Yotan. Yotan had been completely cut off from the other regions until about fifteen years ago. It was discovered when a cruise liner veered off course and crashed into the continent. Alex's family had moved there two years later.

Alex rounded a corner and his destination came into view. A large building rose ahead of him. It had glass windows and a large double door. It was Professor Maple's laboratory.

Professor Maple studied Pokemon for a living. It was a legend that she had once won the Pokemon Championship three times. But she had retired and come here to be around nature.

Outside the lab was a group of kids. He recognized a couple of them from his Pokemon Academy. A boy with blonde hair was leaning against the glass door, staring at the ground. He wore an orange T-shirt with a black, pocketed vest. He had black pants on too and white tennis shoes. He was taller than all the kids there, at a staggering 5'10". His name was Jack Carter.

Jack – 12:30 PM

Jack had woken bright and early to get to the lab. He had dressed, eaten, and left the house by eight, which was surprising since he usually wasn't up until nine. He had walked slowly down the streets of Muddale.

Jack had lived in this town all his life, but had never really enjoyed it. He was dreamer. For all his life he had wanted to get out of Muddale and see the world, with great Pokemon at his side. His dream was finally coming true.

Hanging over one shoulder was a green backpack. It was filled with clothes, snacks, a notebook for research, and a bag of money. As soon as he got his new Pokemon, he was gone.

Jack didn't mind leaving his obnoxious uncle. He had lived with him since his parents died three years ago. They had left one day to research in the woods, and never came back. Two days later, their bodies were found and he was dumped on his uncle's doorstep. Jack had been told they died of "mysterious causes".

The boy of thirteen finally arrived at the large, silver building. Of course the doors were locked but he had expected that, so he slung his backpack off his shoulder and sat on the ground.

An hour later, another child showed up. He recognized her as Lina Moon.

Lina – 12:30 PM

Lina had been woken up at eight by her over obsessive mother. She was force to shower, dress, and eat in half an hour then was rushed out the door. Lina was still half asleep when she was outside her house.

Lina was constantly pressured by her mother to chose the right Pokemon and become a great trainer. Mrs. Moon herself had once been a fantastic trainer. She had come very close to winning the Pokemon Championship, but was beaten in the final match. Lina believed that her mother had never quite accepted the fact she didn't win.

Ever since Lina was born, she had been pressured to be the best, to win the Yotan League, and fulfill her mother's dream. Lina hated it. She couldn't live up to her mother's standards. And now, on the most important day of her life, it was the same as always.

Lina walked along the cobblestone streets quietly. She had on a white tank top and matching shorts that went down to mid-shin. On her head was a plain white bandanna with a pink Pokeball insignia on it.

She turned the corner and saw the lab in sight. He also saw the entrance to the Muddale Trail. Walking towards it was a boy she had known since she was little. His name was Ben Garrison. Lina knew he already had a Pokemon and that he was leaving on his journey today.

Ben – 12:30 PM

Ben had been waiting for this day for years, ever since his brother had left on his own journey. Now, when the summer of his thirteenth birthday had come he was ready.

His father had supported him as much as a father could. When Ben was seven, his father had given his son an Eevee for his birthday. Ben had loved it and practiced with it for five years.

When he left home, he had put on a green shirt that was under a white T-shirt. His pants were also white and he had on black shoes. His hair was a dazzling red. He had hazel eyes and always had a smile on his face.

Ben released Eevee from his Pokeball and walked with him through his home town. Ben realized he would miss this town. But at the same time he was looking forward to his very own journey ahead of him.

He had just passed through an avenue when he saw a boy run through the street. He followed the boy with his eyes to the front door of Professor Maple's lab. He joined the two other kids that were there. Ben smiled and then walked on.

Alex – 1:00 PM

The doors finally opened and revealed a beautiful Professor Maple. She had long brown hair and wore glasses over her brown eyes. She also wore a long white lab coat.

Professor Maple smiled and beckoned the three children inside. They walked into the large open research room of lab. Bookshelves lined the walls and computers buzzed at tables scattered randomly around the room. At the back of the room was a silver machine. It had a large circular surface with three different Pokeballs on it.

The professor walked over to the machine and said "These are your starter Pokemon. Each of you can have one." She picked up one ball and said "This is Razoroot, the grass Pokemon," she picked up another, "This is Firalamander, the fire Pokemon," she picked up the third, "and this one is Mantras, the water Pokemon. Now, Lina your up first."

Lina stepped forward and bent over the silver table. Alex saw her pick each Pokeball in turn before finally deciding on one. Lina turned around and Alex saw it was the water Pokemon, Mantras. Alex grinned inwardly. His choice Pokemon hadn't been taken.

Jack was up next. He chose quickly, walking over and immediately picking up the one he wanted. Alex saw it was the fire Pokemon, Firalamander. Alex almost cheered with relief as he stepped up to the silver table and grabbed the final Pokemon.

"I also have other gifts for you," said Professor Maple. She walked over to a large computer and tapped in a couple codes. Out of the side popped three small devices. They were PokeDexes. Alex had seen these before when his brother Zeke had gotten his. The professor handed one to each of the children along with five Pokeballs.

"Use these wisely. I wish you good luck on your journey," said Professor Maple. With that, the three children left the large building. Alex stood outside the lab in the bright sun, smiling. Alex realized he hadn't even seen Razoroot yet. He grabbed the Pokeball and released his Pokemon for the first time.

It appeared in a white light. Razoroot was green and had short stubby legs and long feet. Its arms were equally stubby ending in long, razor-sharp straight, claws. Its head was triangular shaped with a short antenna that looked like a root.

Razoroot smiled happily and bounced around its new trainer. Alex patted it on the head and said "I think were going to be a good team."

Jack – 1:10 PM

Jack admired his Firalamander for a long moment. It was orange with yellow triangular stripes leading up to its head. It was two feet long from head to tail. It had shining black eyes that studied its trainer carefully.

Jack heard Alex release his Razoroot. Jack looked over and saw him petting it and an idea popped into his head. "Hey Alex, are you up for a battle?"

Alex looked over at Jack and Firalamander and said "If you're up for being beaten." Alex and Razoroot walked over to his former classmate. "You can go first if you want."

Jack nodded. He looked down at his Pokemon and then shouted "Firalamander, use Ember!" The small snake Pokemon reared up, inhaled deeply, and fired a ball flames from its mouth directly at Razoroot. The attack hit and sent the grass Pokemon flying backwards.

"Razoroot counter with Vine Whip," Alex shouted. The little antenna on Razoroot's head grew as it threw its head back, and then snapped it forward hitting Firalamander right on the head. The snake wobbled precariously with its eyes spinning.

"Now, Razoroot, Scratch!" Alex yelled and the grass Pokemon ran forward and whacked the snake with its claws.

"No!" Jack yelled as the little snake fell over and fainted. On the other hand, Alex cheered and hugged his new Pokemon.

Jack frowned and picked up his passed out Pokemon. Fire should always beat grass, Jack thought. Next time, it will. He returned his Pokemon to its Pokeball, and silently walked away from the lab towards the entrance to Muddale Trail.

Lina – 1:10 PM

Lina walked out of the lab after the other two. She was admiring her PokeDex. She was ecstatic that she finally had one. Her mother would be extremely proud.

Outside the lab, Lina released her Mantras. She was shocked when it suddenly appeared before her. Mantras liked like a sting ray flying. It hovered in the air before Lina flapping its blue and white fins, as if it were swimming. The top of the Pokemon was blue and its underside was white. It had small black eyes.

Lina instantly fell in love. She leaned forward petted the top of its head, but recoiled when she realized it felt just like a fish.

"So, are you ready to go show mom?" Lina asked her new Pokemon. As if in response, it flew around her and squeaked before darting down the street. Lina chased after her Pokemon and saw her two classmates from the academy, Alex and Jack, battling their own new Pokemon. It appeared that Alex was winning. She felt mesmerized by the pattern of battle.

"Mantras," the little Pokemon squeaked in a high pitched voice. The sound brought Lina back to reality.

She continued to walk towards her white home just a little ways from the lab. She arrived at the front door and let herself in. Lina's mother was sitting at the kitchen table watching the news on the television across the room when she walked in. Mrs. Moon instantly screamed and ran up to hug her daughter.

"Let me see it!" Lina's mother screamed. She then noticed the little blue Pokemon floating behind Lina's head. Mrs. Moon reached out to touch it but it scampered by Lina's left arm. "Aw, it's shy. That's adorable! I'm so proud of you Lina," said Mrs. Moon and wrapped her arms around her daughter. A smile spread across Lina's face.

"I already packed your things in here," said Mrs. Moon and handed her daughter a blue traveling bag. Lina opened it and saw it was filled a couple pairs of clothes, her toothbrush and toothpaste, some snacks, and an envelope full of money. Lina smiled and hugged her mom again.

"I promise I make you proud, mom," Lina said to Mrs. Moon. Her mom ran her fingers through Lina's hair. Lina turned and said "Come on Mantras, time to go." With that, Lina left her home in Muddale.

Ben – 5:00 PM

Ben had been walking for many hours down Muddale Trail and the scenery still was the same. The Eevee beside him was growing tired. Ben glanced down at it then said "Okay, we can take a break." Eevee smiled and the two friends sat down. Ben leaned over to his yellow duffel and pulled out a dish and a water bottle. Eevee sat expectantly as its trainer filled its dish and sat it in front of the Pokemon. Eevee eagerly lapped up the cool refreshing water.

Ben looked to the sky and saw the sun was slowly sinking towards the horizon. This caused the surrounding sky to begin to look pink. When he looked back down at his Pokemon, he saw that Eevee was already quenched and lying peacefully on the ground. Ben smiled.

"Looks like were going to be together for a long time, buddy," he said and then began to dig into his duffel.

A/N: Hey, I hope you liked it. Just some things I want to point out: 1. there are going to be a lot of fan made characters, Pokemon, cities, and gyms. Sorry, I hope that doesn't annoy anyone. 2. On the routes, I'm going to use real names because they make more sense and because I don't really know what number they were on. Please read and review!