Aloha Everyone! Mango here with a new fanfic. So I decided to do my own rendition of the Black and White series. Only...I'm doing BW2. There will be OC's of my own creation but the storyline will be pretty much how the game usually goes save for my usual twists here and there. Those of you who like my other fanfic, The Flames of Revolution, it will still be continued. I am taking advantage of this little time window that I have today in order to write a few chapters of this new one. . Don't expect anymore until Thursday. So, that said...let's roll!
Disclaimer: I do not own Pokemon! All of its characters and content are owned by Gamefreak and Nintendo.
Chapter 1: Saved By The Bird!
It was an early autumn morning in Asperita City. Cheren, the town's Gym Leader was standing outside his new gym, simply looking at it for the moment. He hadn't been the new leader for that long. What was it, a few days? He still needed to get used to it. He wasn't using his usual team which was a bit frustrating for him. Juniper said that he was the perfect candidate for it though. He'd have to deal with it he supposed. A sigh left his lips as he began to walk back inside the building, knowing that at some point there would be a challenger, or two heading his way. He wasn't sure when that would be.
Just about a block or so away from it, a young woman stood beneath a tree. Its leaves were starting to turn that beautiful golden shade and some of the leaves were even beginning to show hints of crimson. It was a beautiful time of year. The young woman stood around 5'9" and wore a white dress shirt that was buttoned up professionally. She wore a brown skirt to match as well as heels. Her auburn locks were done up in a bun and pins were in her hair to keep it in that state. She had light blue eyes and glasses. She was writing in a journal of sorts when her X-Transceiver went off. The woman paused what she was doing and looked down at the device to see that it was none other than her friend, Aria Juniper.
A smile tugged at the woman's lips as she opened up the device and pulled her face up on the screen.
"Good morning Jennifer, is everything going well?" Professor Juniper inquired curiously, glancing at the notebook Jennifer had in her hand.
"Why, Aria Juniper, it's good to hear from you. Yes, all is well over here. Autumn is definitely setting in that's for sure. To what do I owe the pleasure of this call?" Jennifer questioned.
"Well, it's about your son, Katsu Akio. Do you remember when I said he'd be able to start his journey soon?" Juniper asked, a hint of nervousness in her voice.
"Yes, I do remember that, you said you had three Pokemon lined up for him to choose from. Why? Did something happen?" Jennifer wondered.
Juniper sweat-dropped, rubbing the side of her face with a cloth as she glanced at her assistant Bianca. She was supposed to be sent to Asperita City.
"Well...kind of. You see, three newly registered trainers came in earlier today and well...they sort of...took the new Pokemon which means we don't really...have any..." Juniper declared nervously.
"We are so sorry!" Bianca said in an over apologetic manner.
"I see, well...that is disappointing. Katsu won't be very happy to hear about that. He's been looking forward to this for a long time now. He wasn't able to start his journey when he wanted to before because he felt he wasn't quite ready yet. And now that he is...well, ugh...this is going to be difficult," Jennifer said, face-palming as she spoke.
"Well, I will try to see what I can do...we might be able to get a new shipment in within the next week. It will take a while though...I'm really sorry about this Jennifer," Juniper sighed.
X-X-X
Seventeen year old Katsu Aiko sat at his desk with a carving knife, working on the finishing touches to his bokken. It was a wooden practice sword he'd created out of the strongest wood he could find. It had taken him months to get just the right shape. Katsu was always into the martial arts as well as the sword play aspect of it. He'd become quite proficient with a blade. Katsu had straight auburn hair that reached his shoulders. He often tied it into a ponytail whenever it got in his way. He had a few bangs that covered his face at times, but those were dealt with regularly. His eyes were sky blue, like his mother's. He was still in his pajamas which had Salamence and Flygon on them. He liked dragon types and had spent time watching those who used them train.
'Almost done...' Katsu thought as he continued carving his blade.
On the table near him, in an incubator, was an egg of considerable size. It had been given to him by his mother as an early birthday present as she had to go away for about a month on a business trip and wouldn't return for a while. She had only recently gotten back. It was September 15th, Katsu's birthday. Jennifer didn't know what type of egg it was. She figured they'd find out when it hatched. Katsu glanced over at the egg, curiosity fixated on his features as he observed it.
'This egg has been here for nearly a month...I've been keeping it warm for the longest time. I'd even take it with me whenever I ran errands. So why hasn't it hatched yet?' Katsu wondered, reaching out to gently touch the egg.
It was warm, and as strange as this was, he could feel a heartbeat from within. He could also feel a strange energy building up within the contents of the egg. He quirked a brow at this feeling, as it wasn't something he was entirely used to. He frowned and turned away from the egg, continuing to work on his bokken. In front of him was a picture of his parents. His father worked out in Kanto and Johto so he was rarely home at times. He did archeology and worked with several scientists to dig up fossils. Katsu was fortunate to have both his parents in the picture. His mother worked in the filming industry with a little side business of selling natural illness remedies. They all had busy lives, and yet here was Katsu, still at home with little else to do. He wanted to go on a journey. His father had done so as well as his mother. They said it was unlike anything they'd ever experienced and hoped that he would be able to start a journey of his own soon.
That chance seemed as though it would be out of reach this time around. He already had his trainer registration forms filled out and ready to hand in. His mother said that Professor Juniper would be sending an assistant to give him the needed items for him to start his journey. He didn't know it yet, but the news that he wouldn't be able to begin as he'd hoped would reach him shortly.
X-X-X
"I suppose I should tell him then...it's not going to be the easiest thing in the world. He's been hounding me about this for months now. We only just got the registration forms and he wasted no time filling those out. I don't know how to tell him that it will be delayed," Jennifer sighed.
"Well...look at it this way. He will at least get to start in about a week or two. That's not so bad right? I mean...sure it's later than he hoped but at least he'll get to go," Juniper said with a somber expression.
"I understand...well, would he at least be able to get a pokedex? This way he'll know that his journey will start and it will give him something to do while he waits. It'll be like compensation until he receives his first Pokemon, Jennifer said with a soft smile.
"Great idea Jennifer! That just might work. Bianca, would you mind going to Asperita City now? Bring the pokedex to Katsu Aiko, you'll know him when you see him. He looks practically like his mother," Juniper smiled.
"Alright, I'll get right on it!" Bianca said happily, grabbing the pokedex eagerly, so eagerly that she didn't realize she already had one in her bag. She soon left the lab and was on her way.
"Thank you so much Aria, I can't tell you how much relief this brings me..." Jennifer smiled.
X-X-X
A sigh escaped Katsu's lips as he finished up his bokken. The wooden practice sword was carved smoothly to perfection. There wasn't a single splinter sticking out which was how he liked it. He'd already made the strap for it which was on the desk next to the incubator. As he reached for it, he saw the egg begin to twitch. He blinked at this and scooted closer to it. Before he knew it, the egg began to glow and crack. Katu's eyes grew wide as he saw two taloned feet smash through the bottom of the egg. Next, a pair of wings burst from the egg along with the rest of the body of the Pokemon. It had a brown body with a large, white plume of feathers which covered its head. The Pokemon had three tail feathers and a feathery ruff that went past its neck. This ruff covered part of the upper body. The face was also brown with five pointed tips which looked like a crown or mask. There was a large feather that extended from its forehead with a red lower half and white on the upper.
The beak of the Pokemon was short yet wide, and it had large black eyes. The Pokemon resembled that of an eaglet. It was, in fact, a shiny Rufflet. Katsu's eyes widened in surprise as he saw the shimmer of its feathers. Rufflet looked at Katsu with mild interest. And as luck would have it, like all birds and newborns do when they see a person or something for the first time, its primal instinct was to designate that individual as their mother/parental figure. Rufflet immediately flew onto Katsu's right shoulder and perched there.
Katsu didn't know what to make of this. He was still staring at his new companion. His first companion. The Rufflet nipped playfully at his ear and cawed happily. Katsu had read about the behaviour of birds and the fact that they latch on to whatever they see first when they hatch. It wasn't the fact that he had a Rufflet that astonished him. It was the fact that he had a Pokemon at all. Rufflet looked at his new parental figure with curiosity. Katsu didn't look like a bird, nor did he have any feathers. But the fact remained that he hatched in Katsu's room and that was proof enough for him to come to the conclusion that Katsu was a parent to him.
"Well...uh...hello...whatever you are..." Katsu said as he reached up and gently stroked Rufflet's feathers who cooed in appreciation.
'This is incredible...I can't believe I've got a Pokemon now. Well...I'll have two once I set out on my journey, that will give me a good head start...but wow this is so cool! But what exactly is this? It must be rare considering I've never come across it when I'd be out playing with other Pokemon. I wonder...' Katsu thought as he glanced at the bird.
A knock came at Katsu's door, causing him to turn away from his desk.
"Come in!" Katsu called out.
"Hey...Katsu, I'm talking to Juniper right now and sh-"
"Something wrong mom?" Katsu wondered, blinking as he saw the surprised look on his mother's face.
"Uh...Aria...you may want to have a look at this!" Jennifer stated, the tone in her voice completely changing.
"What is it?" Juniper asked as the screen was suddenly shifted over to Katsu who was sitting in his chair with a Rufflet on his shoulder.
"Th-that's a Rufflet! Holy Arceus those are rare! And is that...is that a shiny?! Oh. My. Arceus! Looks like we have a change of plans Jennifer." Juniper glanced over at Katsu with a bright smile.
"Uh, Mom? What's going on?" Katsu wondered, tilting his head curiously.
"Well, number one..." Jennifer stated, leaning down to kiss Katsu's cheek a few times before pulling back.
"Happy birthday. Number two...Aria?"
"It looks like you'll be able to go on your journey after all Katsu," Juniper smiled.
"What do you mean by 'after all?' Wasn't I already going on it?" Katsu inquired, raising a brow.
"Well...yes, and almost no...you see, three trainers, one about your age and two about three years younger, just started their journey and already took the three we had in reserve for you to choose from. They came first and I couldn't say no. We were about to tell you that your journey wouldn't start for another week, but now that you have Rufflet...you can start now! Happy birthday by the way," Juniper laughed.
"Wait, you mean if Rufflet didn't hatch I wouldn't be able to go?!" Katsu said in alarm.
"Well...yeah, that's essentially what would have happened, you would have been delayed a week. But none of that matters now. You are able to go and that's that," Juniper smiled.
Katsu raised a brow and looked over at Rufflet who was looking curiously at the screen. What was this strange device, and how come there was a person trapped inside of it? Those thoughts and more crossed the curious little eaglet's mind as he sat on his father's shoulder. What? Katsu hatched him didn't he? A sigh of relief expelled from Katsu's lips as he looked over at his mother.
"So...I can go hand in my registration forms now?" Katsu inquried, getting a nod from his mother.
"Thank Arceus, it's about time!" Katsu said as he rushed to his closet to find what to wear.
"Now, remember Katsu, remember to pack light for travel. Also...use the air tight bags to keep a lot of clothes in. This way you won't have to worry about shoving so many in your bag. Also, pack clean underwear, shower supplies..."
"Mom...I know what to do, now could you please give me some privacy so I can get changed? I'm certain Juniper doesn't want to hear you lecture me on what to pack..." Katsu mumbled.
"Hey, I'm just trying to help you out here, this is your first journey and as your mother who has gone on one before you, I expect you to listen to my advice young man!" Jennifer stated firmly.
"Alright, I'll pack what I need, now can I please get changed?" Katsu inquired, parting the clothes hanging in his closet so he could figure out what to wear.
A sigh escaped Jennifer's lips as she shook her head. She turned to exit the room and closed it behind her.
"It's going to be tough, isn't it?" Juniper inquired.
"Yeah, it will be. He's always been so fascinated with going on an adventure. He's a bit of a thrill seeker and has an obsession with swords and martial arts. Some days I worry about his safety. I'm a little reluctant to let him go...but I know he'll never forgive me if I don't," Jennifer sighed.
"Well, this will be good for him. After all, if he's anything like you and your husband, he'll be able to manage on his own. I heard about your journeys, the two of you were spectacular trainers. Now it's his turn. Just let him go. He's old enough to take care of himself," Juniper smiled.
"I suppose you're right. And besides...we've got XTransceivers, so he won't be unreachable. Oh, I think he's coming downstairs right now, let's fill him in on what he needs to do." Jennifer turned towards the stairs to see Katsu stepping into the living room ready for his journey.
He wore a black and white hooded jacket with a pokeball symbol on the right hand side of it. He wore a black muscle shirt beneath it. He had on faded black jeans and wore sneakers of similar coloration to his jacket. Rufflet was on his shoulder and his backpack was strapped to his back along with his bokken. His hair was combed nicely so it didn't look like a disheveled mess.
"Well, don't you look handsome!" Jennifer smiled, getting a chuckle out of her son.
"Thanks Mom...I do what I can," Katsu said as he reached up and scratched Rufflet's feathers.
"Katsu, mind if I have your attention for a moment?" Juniper said, directing Katsu towards the XTransceiver.
"Oh, you're still in call?" Katsu inquired, though he should have figured this, considering Juniper and his mother were friends.
"Mhm, now, Katsu. My assistant Bianca is on her way to Asperita with a pokedex. She isn't quite aware that you have a Rufflet yet so this will come as a bit of a shock. She should be there by now so you should have no trouble finding her. She's got a big green hat on, its kind of hard to miss. She will give you your pokedex and a few pokeballs to start your journey, if she remembered to pack some..." Juniper said nervously.
"Thanks Professor, I'll keep a look out for her," Katsu said with a smirk.
He couldn't have been any happier than he was at this point. Feelings of sheer joy and excitement were rising inside of him like wild fire. He could barely contain his excitment. Rufflet seemed to resonate with this feeling as he too ruffled his feathers in a jubilent manner.
"I think that about settles it. Katsu, call me as soon as you have your pokedex. This way I'll be able to get things rolling on my end. Also...this may interest you, the Unova League. Don't forget to register for it so you can compete once you have all the badges. It'll be a fun experience for you," Juniper chuckled.
"Sure! That does sound like fun. I've watched several battles, though I never thought I'd get the chance to compete. Sounds like fun!" Katsu said excitedly.
"Well, sign up quickly. Make sure to take your forms to the Pokemon Center and get that straightened out. See you soon!" Juniper said as she winked out.
Katsu smiled softly as he looked up at his mother. She seemed a little sad for some reason, but he guessed that was normal.
"So...is this not the best birthday gift ever? You get to go on your very own journey. You sure have grown up fast...I...I wasn't sure when this day would come..." Jennifer sniffed, trying to blink back tears.
"Mom?"
"No, no, I'm okay Katsu. I'm just a bit of a crybaby that's all. I knew you'd have to leave the nest one day for your journey but I just...didn't expect it to be...well, you know..." Jennifer said tearfully.
"Hey...it's okay though, I know you'll do great. You've got your father's genes in you and mine...though it's his I'm more concerned about, he was, and is, rather reckless...just don't do anything rash okay?" Jennifer said as she wiped tears from her eyes.
"Don't worry Mom...I'll be fine. I've got Rufflet here now. He'll have my back, right buddy?" Katsu smiled.
Rufflet nipped his ear in reply, nuzzling his face affectionately before turning to look at Katsu's mother.
"See? Everything will be fine. Don't worry, I'll call you at least once a day so you know I'm okay. I don't want you worrying over me day and night..." Katsu said with a soft chuckle.
"Well, that I can live with. I expect a call at least once a day okay? Even if it's just to leave me a message. Also, don't forget to let your father know that you are heading out. I know he'll be proud of you," Jennifer said with a smile.
"I know he will too, well...I'm off. I'll call you soon..." Katsu grinned.
Jennifer leaned down to kiss Katsu's cheek one more time and hugged him close before letting him go.
"Be safe son, I'm serious, don't get into any trouble!" She called out after him as he walked out the door.
She sighed softly and shook her head, turning to head up to his room to make sure it was in order.
X-X-X
"Hey! Katsu! Wait up!" A familiar voice called out to Katsu, causing him to turn around.
Katsu blinked and turned around only to see Hugh, a friend of his since childhood.
"What's up Hugh?" Katsu said as he turned around to greet his friend.
Hugh had spiky azure hair and wore a red and white zip up jacket with blue jeans to match. He had deep brown eyes as well and wore red and black shoes. By his side was his little sister.
"Hey, did you get a-oh...I guess you did. What Pokemon is that?" Hugh asked, bewildered by the presence of the eaglet on Katsu's shoulder.
"Eh? This is Rufflet. He hatched just this morning. He's also the reason I'm able to go on my journey now, speaking of which...I need to find Juniper's assistant," Katsu chuckled.
"I see, a journey huh? I was actually thinking about one myself. I'm registered and all, and I'm getting pretty bored around here. There are no trainers to battle! I'm seriously miffed here," Hugh grumbled.
"Well, wanna help me find Bianca? That's the name of the assistant...she's wearing a green cap so we can't miss her it seems," Katsu said as he looked down at Hugh's sister who was staring up at Rufflet.
"By the way, is that shiny?!" Hugh inquired, the thought having just clicked as he took a second look at Rufflet.
"Yep...I had the same reaction. So did Juniper and my Mom. I wasn't expecting it. Also, Rufflet I heard, are really rare so I got lucky I guess," Katsu laughed happily.
"Lucky, I've got my Oshawott that I raised from an egg. Looks like we both have Pokemon now...which brings me to why I wanted to catch up to you," Hugh said as his expression turned serious.
"Uh, what's that?"
"It's about Team Plasma..." Hugh said in a hushed voice. That name was a bit of a taboo as they had done something completely crazy several years ago.
"You mean that crazy organization that ravaged Unova a few years back?" Katsu inquired, tilting his head in confusion.
"Yeah, the very same. Listen, right now...I'm not strong enough, but I figure...if we journey together, train together...we'll be able to take them head on. I can never forgive those Team Plasma Trash for what they did five years ago. They stole my sister's Purrloin...the one my grandfather gave her as a gift. I want to get it back..." Hugh declared.
"I see...so that's what this is about. I already promised my mother I wouldn't get into anything dangerous though...especially not something of that magnitude..." Katsu sighed.
"I know your mother worries...and it would be wrong of me to ask this of you but you have to help me Katsu. They need to be brought down..." Hugh stated as he turned to look at his sister.
"Head on home sis...Mom said you need to get back in time for classes," Hugh said with a gentle smile.
"Big brother?" His sister piped up.
"Yeah?"
"Um...just remember...take good care of your Pokemon. I know you already know this but...well, it helps to be reminded...and be careful," she said as she turned to walk away.
"Don't worry, I'll have my partner Oshawott and of course, Katsu, right?" Hugh said, looking back at his childhood friend.
Katsu thought about it for a moment. He was always looking for ways to test his limitations and this seemed like the perfect way to do so. He glanced over at Rufflet for a moment who seemed to be staring intently at Hugh, as if to see if he was a threat to his parental figure. Sensing comradary betwixt the two, he felt no need to make any unnecessary strikes. Katsu shifted his gaze over to his blue haired friend with a smirk.
"Well, I know my mother would have a Miltank if I got myself into trouble...so I'll keep that on the down low unless I really need to tell her about it..." Katsu grinned.
"I knew I could count on you!" Hugh said as he pumped his fist in the air.
"Let's go get your pokedex then, we don't want to keep this Bianca girl waiting," Hugh stated.
X-X-X
Bianca stood looking out over Outlook as it was Asperita's most famous spot.
"Wow! This is so beautiful, I'd never imagined it to be like this. This is so incredible!" Bianca squealed happily, looking over the beautiful scenery.
The variety of trees and colors she saw was astounding. Hearing footsteps behind her, she turned her gaze to meet what appeared to be two young boys heading her way. Her emerald hues swept over them intently, studying them as she would two subjects in the lab.
"That must be Bianca..." Katsu whispered to Hugh as he saw the green cap.
"Yep...well, go ahead and get your pokedex so we can get going..."
Katsu nodded and headed towards Bianca, stopping in front of her with a smile.
"Hello there, isn't this a wonderful view?" Bianca said with a grin as she glanced over the Outlook with a smile.
"It is, I get to see this all the time, it never fails to impress me," Katsu replied.
"Oh, you live here?! That's great! Then you can probably help me. I'm looking for a Katsu Aiko...he's got long brown hair, dazzling sky blue eyes and...huh? That's odd, you look just like the description," Bianca said as she scratched her head.
"That's because I am Katsu."
Bianca rubbed the back of her head nervously.
"Sorry about that, I guess I was so taken by the scenery that I didn't think to take that into consideration. So you're Katsu? And...is that, oh my Arceus it is! It's a shiny Rufflet! Oh wow, I've been looking for a Rufflet! Those little buggers are hard to find. Oh please, tell me how you got it!" Bianca pressed.
"Uh...I had the egg for about a month, and this morning it hatched. I took good care of it and it looks like luck was on my side," Katsu laughed.
"That is just remarkable! I have to take a picture of this, I can't believe it!" She squealed.
Bianca snapped a photo, causing Rufflet to squawk disapprovingly before glaring at Bianca.
"Easy Rufflet, don't get mad at her, she just wanted a picture that's all," Katsu chuckled, stroking the feathers of his friend lightly.
"There, now I have one for the lab. Now...what was I...oh yes!" She said, reaching into her pouch to pull out pokeballs and a pokedex.
"I wasn't expecting to give these to you right away since you weren't supposed to have a Pokemon yet, but since you have Rufflet you are able to go as planned," Bianca smiled.
"Awesome! Thanks Bianca," Katsu stated, taking the pokeballs and pokedex into his hands.
"Hey..." Hugh said as he walked up to Bianca who gave him a quizzical look.
"Who's this?" Bianca inquired.
"That's Hugh, he's my best friend. We've known each other since we were in diapers..."
"Pretty much, so uh...do you have another one of those pokedex things? I kinda want one too. I've been waiting to go on a journey of my own and well, I'm registered, I just need a pokedex," Hugh said with a slight laugh.
"I see, well, it just so happens that in my haste to leave I grabbed an extra one. So here you go," Bianca said with a giggle, handing it to Hugh.
"Thanks," Hugh said, pocketing the device.
"Hmmm...you know what? Why don't the two of you have a battle?! Won't that be fun? It's a test to see how well you two know your Pokemon. It'll be fun!" Bianca chirped.
"A battle, with you Hugh? Sounds like a challenge...you have a bit of a leg up on me though but that's not going to get me down," Katsu grinned.
"I hope you're ready for this Katsu, I've raised this Oshwatt from an egg and he's pretty strong. If you think you're up for the challenge than bring it on!" Hugh said, throwing Oshawott onto the platform.
"Ready Rufflet? It's our first battle so let's give it everything we've got?" Katsu said with a smile.
"But first...I need to catch you...so hold still for a sec okay?" Katsu said as he picked up a pokeball and tapped the mechanism on it to enlarge the ball. He then tapped Rufflet on the beak who made no move to protest. A red light engulfed him, causing the ball to twitch after absorbing him. The ball twitched a second more and then stopped.
Katsu picked up the ball and released Rufflet once more. Rufflet promptly flew overhead and hovered above Oshawott.
"Now...let's see what you can do..." Katsu said as he picked up his pokedex and aimed it at Rufflet.
"Rufflet, the Eaglet Pokemon. Rufflet will challenge anything, no matter how strong the opponent may be. This is how they train to become stronger. They are able to break berries open with their beaks no matter how tough they may seem."
Katsu glanced over the moves Rufflet might know and looked over at Oshawott. He contemplated his first attack and then looked back at Rufflet.
"Rufflet, fly in and use Peck!" Katsu ordered.
Rufflet flapped his wings and soared high above the platform, staring down at his prey before giving a screech, signalling his attack. He dove effortlessly towards Oshawott, his beak glowing a bright white as he rocketed downwards.
"Oshawott, dodge and use water gun!" Hugh called out.
Oshawott looked up at the oncoming eaglet with anticipation. Waiting until just the right moment, Oshawott lept out of the way and fired a water gun straight at Rufflet, hitting it dead on, sending it sprawling out of control. Rufflet struggled to gain control and flapped its wet wings to shake the water off.
"Follow it up with tackle!" Hugh commanded.
"Leer!" Katsu called out.
Oshawott darted towards the slowly rising eaglet, his eyes fixated on him for but a moment. Rufflet glared at Oshawott, stopping the little otter in his tracks. For a moment he was a bit disoriented which also meant his defenses were lowered.
"Use fury attack!" Katsu ordered.
Using the moment of distraction to his advantage, Rufflet barreled into Oshawott, pecking and scratching Oshawott until it fell over, struggling to get up.
"You're gonna pay for that Katsu!" Hugh called out, turning to Oshawott who was barely standing.
"Water gun!" Hugh commanded.
Oshawott was barely able to stay on his feet at this point. He gathered the aquatic energies and fired a blast of water at Rufflet, only for it to miss as the bird quickly dodged it without hesitation.
"Let's get in with another peck and end it!" Katsu called out.
"Get out of there Oshawott!" Hugh commanded.
Oshawott tried to move out of the way, but after taking a fury attack after his defenses were lowered, he could barely move. Rufflet's beak rammed into him full force and he flopped over.
"Oshawott!"
Silence fell over the platform for but a moment before Hugh recalled Oshawott.
"Heh...I guess I really can count on you after all Katsu. I need someone strong by my side in order to reach the goal. Well, I'm gonna go heal up. Meet you outside afterwards!" Hugh said as he ran off.
"That was a wonderful battle!" Bianca said happily.
"Thanks, that was our first fight. I wasn't sure if Rufflet was going to be able to pull through. Hugh's raised his Oshawott a bit longer...I guess I had aerial advantage on that one though..." Katsu laughed, scratching Rufflet's feathers.
"Still, I won! It was exciting."
Bianca giggled at this. He had just received his first Pokemon, albeit not by the normal means, and now he won his first match. Katsu definitely had the makings of a great trainer and he would only get better as time went on.
"Well, I need to be getting back to the lab. Juniper wants to go over a few things with me. Something about dreams...or something odd like that. Anyway, see you!" Bianca said as she dashed off, leaving Katsu to his own devices.
X-X-X
Katsu came out of the Pokemon Center after healing Rufflet. The process didn't take very long which he was thankful for. Hugh was already waiting for him just outside.
"Hey Katsu, I see your Rufflet's all healed up," Hugh said, crossing his arms, watching the bird that perched on Katsu's right shoulder.
"Yep, and we're ready to go," Katsu said with a smirk.
"I think I'm gonna go on ahead and do some training. After that battle I realized that Oshawott and I need to get a lot stronger. That battle gave me a lot to think about. Anyway, see ya on the flipside!" Hugh said, turning and running towards route 19 which was the start of the journey.
Katsu blinked as he watched his childhood friend run off.
"Wait!" A voice called out from behind. Hugh was already a good distance away so he wouldn't be able to hear it.
Katsu turned around to see his little sister panting heavily, Hughs mother by her side with a frown on her visage.
Hugh's mother also had blue hair that showered down her shoulders and back. It was easy to see where Hugh got most of his looks from.
"He forgot the map chip..." His sister pouted.
"That boy, honestly...he's always in a hurry. I don't know how you managed to put up with him Katsu," Hugh's mother sighed.
"It took some doing. And if it helps, I'll take the chip. Eh? You've got two here huh? I guess I'll take the second one then. I need to install it into my XTransceiver so I can have a map as well," Katsu chuckled.
"Be sure to give my boy a good smack over the head for leaving without at least saying goodbye. I swear he gets it from his father..." Hugh's mother grumbled.
"Don't worry, will do," Katsu chuckled.
"Take care of yourself Katsu, don't worry your mother like you always do!" Hugh's mother called out as Katsu took off.
Katsu rolled his eyes and raced off towards route 19 where he would finally start his journey. He was excited to say the least. This was going to be the adventure of a life time and he was super stoked about it. If it wasn't already evident enough with his running through the tall grass with reckless abandon, it would never be clear.
As he ran, a figure blurred past him and landed in front of him. Katsu tilted his head slightly as he saw a purple cat standing there. The cat licked its paws, holding up something that clearly wasn't hers. It was a diamond necklace and by the looks of things.
"Get back here you little thief!" A feminine voice called out, causing the cat to look back. The little cat looked back up at Katsu, a devious smirk appearing on her visage as she lept onto his shoulder.
Out of the clearing came a young girl around Katsu's age. She had long golden curls that stopped midway down her back. She had on an expensive looking black, form fitting dress with black steel toe boots to match. The dress accented her figure perfectly. Her eyes were a violet color and her lips were scarlet like a rose. She had a beauty mark on her right cheek. On her head was a black fedora with a silver strap around it and a white bow. She wore thin rimmed glasses as well.
"So, it was your Purrloin who stole my diamonds huh?!" The girl snarled, storming forwards towards Katsu.
"What? N-n-no, this isn't my Pokemon," Katsu protested.
"Really? Then what's it doing on your shoulder? Hmmm?! Don't try to lie your way out of this one. I'm going to call the police, but not before bringing you down, prepare for a battle!" The girl snapped.
"Will you just listen, this isn't even my-"
"Snivy, let's go!" The girl shouted.
Katsu palmed his face and shook his head. This wasn't exactly what he was expecting to happen the first day of his journey. How was he going to explain this one to his mother? Better yet...how would he ever live it down if he lost? Hugh certainly wouldn't let him forget it.
"I guess I don't have a choice...Rufflet, let's get this over with!" Katsu said as Rufflet soared off his shoulders. He squaked angrily at the girl, his aggressive nature kicking in as he glared at her.
Snivy stared back at Rufflet intently, analyzing his strength as she watched the eaglet hover in the air. It was obvious that this wasn't her first fight. The concentration she displayed was evidence of that. Then again...this wasn't Rufflet's first rodeo either. The two combatants stared each other down with only one thing on their minds. Bringing victory to their trainers.
And so Katsu is finally off on his journey! After winning his first battle with his childhood friend, Hugh! He is now off and running. He got a lucky break since Rufflet hatched, but now it seems his luck might be running out. He's already accused of being a thief by some girl he doesn't even know. Let's see how he faces this new opponent! Next time on Icy Wrath!