A/N:
I feel I did not explain what the story is about properly in the prologue. So, this story is about Ash Potter who finds himself in the Pokémon world after being rescued by Legendaries. He has some runes on his body formed on his bones due to the beatings he received which give him many powers. The story follows anime but with major changes which will be felt by us while reading. There is definitely some Misty and her sisters bashing. The story will follow probably all the major plots and probably the content of the movies too on demand. Ash will catch more Pokémon than anime and will get good strong Pokémons.
I am truly sorry for the very late update but I've been busy with college and now my grandmother's operation but I'll try to update it soon.
Poll Result:
In my story 'The Stars Shine Down: Kanto Journey', do you want me to make it Ash/Harem story? Only three girls with May being one if yes and give me suggestions about who the girls should be?
1) Yes - 86%
2) No - 14%
Just to make some things clear:
1) This story is not a major crossover with HARRY POTTER so there won't be any part of Harry Potter's world again in the story (except maybe when Delia will explain Ash about his unique circumstances. Ash will not have any magic since all of it is converted into Aura and Psychic powers. And no, Harry will not come into Pokémon world for protection. Actually, no character will come into the Pokémon world nor anybody will go from Pokémon world to the Harry Potter world.
2) Ash will not go into the Harry Potter world again. He has no purpose left there. And no, he will not have any role in the defeating Voldemort.
3) About what happens in Harry Potter world will not be included in this story. I may write it as a different story on the reader's demand.
I am not abandoning my stories.
So, without further ado let's start the story shall we?
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Chapter 1 – The Journey Begins
Almost eight years had passed since that night when two lost souls found peace and purpose. Yes, it was eight years since Delia Ketchum adopted the lonely and abused orphan Ash Potter now-a-days known as Ash Ketchum. If someone ask Ash about the last six years, his reply would be 'the best time of my life' while Delia found a purpose in life caring for Ash after Henry's death. It was difficult for both of them to adjust to each other. Delia had a difficult time to get Ash open up to her about his previous life so that he can start healing. To make him open up she started to tell him about her life. She didn't realize but in doing so she healed herself. Both helped each other talking about pain of losing someone, about the loneliness and about the nightmares. They shared each other's pain, happiness and joy and had very close relationship. Ash knew she was not his biological mother but he loved her as his mother maybe even more while Delia had finally made peace with Henry's death. She loved Ash as her own son and fulfilled every wish of Ash not that he was a spoiled prince.
Ash was very mature despite of his age. He asked very intelligent questions and never demanded things that have no use or purpose. He was as interested in Pokémon as every other small boy. But he knew he had a lot to learn and so he learned and that too from Professor Oak. Samuel Oak lived nearby with his son, daughter-in-law and his grandson Gray. Ash went daily to Professor Oak and learned about Pokémons. He learned about their lives, their diet, proper care and food. He also learned about the different types of Pokémons, their attacks and abilities since he was very interested in battling. Ash's knowledge about Pokémon rivaled most of the trainers but he lacked experience which would definitely come with his journey.
Very odd things happened with Ash sometimes. He was always able to understand the Pokémons whatever species it may be. He had once fallen from the branch of a tree. Instead of falling directly he floated down the tree though he cannot explain the pink light in which he was surrounded with. Similarly, he had once protected a wild Oddish and himself from a flamethrower attack by a bluish-green shield. When he asked his mother about the strange things and she explained him all about his Aura and Psychic powers to the best of her knowledge. He didn't know that he will receive the answers to all his questions and more very soon.
To say Ash was excited would be the understatement of the century. Tomorrow he was going to get his own Pokémon and start his own journey as a Pokémon Trainer. He was feeling so restless that he could not sleep. He had learned everything there is that could be learned from books about Pokémons all he needed was some experience and so he was itching to go on his journey. He decided to go out in fresh air since he could not sleep. He sneaked out of the house without making any noise. He headed towards a clearing at the back of the house. This was the place where he usually went to relax and meditate. He sat down cross-legged on the grass and started to meditate. He did not know but a bluish-green and a pink energy was starting to surround him. When he opened his eyes he found himself sitting in the Hall of Origins.
"Hello Ash, it's been a long time since we met" said Arceus to a dumbstruck Ash.
"Ho-How did I come here Arceus?" asked Ash shaking his head in confusion.
"You brought yourself through meditation. Any aura user can connect to this place if his heart is pure and yours the purest" replied Arceus.
"How come I never came before?" asked Ash curiously.
"Your mother told you about your Aura and Psychic powers, isn't it?" asked Arceus.
"Yeah, she told me about the Aura and Psychic powers, what are they actually and how do they work in general. But I don't understand how I got these powers in first place? Do you know anything about it" asked Ash curiously.
"I think it's time I tell you what exactly happened that night. It started like this…"
Ash was late, no scratch that, he was very late. Because his talks with Arceus went till early mornings, he was very exhausted and woke very late. Arceus had told him about the reality of his original world, how they came to help, why did they bring him to this world, how he got his powers and many more that he was truly shocked. As for how he got back into his bedroom, Arceus is not the god of the Pokémons for nothing. Right now Ash was running to the Oak's laboratory to hopefully get his Pokémon because he was late. Oh well! At least he did not just come running in pyjamas.
"Look whose here, its Ashy boy finally arriving with all his might" said Gary in a cocky voice. But Ash knew different, Gary was his best friend after all. He and Gary had instantly become friends when they first met. As they grew older, Gary became more cocky, arrogant and spoiled. But that period was short lived. Gary's first crush, some girl named Sophie, had told him in no uncertain terms that no girl would ever like a jerk like him. Gary had taken this to heart and became a better boy (or man you can say) because of this. He changed for the better and was no more arrogant or cocky.
"Could not sleep last night and then overslept a little" replied Ash taking a deep breath. It was no surprise for Gary to see Ash in almost fine condition despite knowing that Ash ran the whole way from his house. Ash was always more fit than any other boy in their age-group.
"So did you get your Squirtle?" asked Ash.
"How do you know I'm going to choose Squirtle?" asked a flabbergasted Gary.
Ash just gave him a look that said 'You just did not ask that'.
"You have been ranting non-stop to get Squirtle as a starter since you were six. Of course, I don't know you wanted Squirtle as your starter." replied Ash sounding sarcastic in the end.
"Oh well, guess I forget that" said Gary mareepishly, "So, see ya later Ash, I gotta go and start my journey. Good Luck." continued Gary and then drove off in a car with his cheerleaders who Ash had just noticed. Ash cleared his head and entered the laboratory and shouted for Professor Oak.
"Oh it's you" said Oak after seeing Ash who he considered as his grandson. "You're too late Ash, I knew there were more than three trainers to start with so I requested some more Pokémons to give as starter but even those are gone now. I'm sorry Ash but I did expected you earlier." replied Oak in a solemn tone.
"Oh" was all Ash said looking utterly dejected.
"Maybe I can request for one Pokémon more but that will take a week if not more. Or come with me I'll catch a Pokémon from wild for you, after there is no rule about which should your starter be." said Oak after seeing the dejected look on Ash's face.
"That won't be necessary, Professor" came a new voice that Ash could recognize anywhere.
"Mom" said Ash turning around to see Delia Ketchum standing with a backpack.
"Here honey you forgot your backpack" said Delia giving him his black-green (emerald green same as his eyes) colored backpack, "And as for your starter Pokémon, don't worry about it. I already picked one for you from the Daycare" continued Delia taking out a Luxury Ball (Black with red and gold).
"Mom you don't mean her" Ash nearly squealed with happiness.
"Well it certainly is the best choice of starter for you. She hatched in your arms, you two are nearly inseparable and I knew you didn't wanted to part with her. So, here take her Pokéball and call her out." replied Delia smiling at her not so little boy.
Ash took the Luxury Ball into his hands and threw it in the air with a shout of "COME ON OUT".
A bluish-white blur tackled Ash in the chest and then started licking him in the face. Oak and Delia were not surprised to see a horse like Pokémon with snow-white mane and blue flames covering parts of its body since it was a regular occurrence in the Day-Care.
A/N:
So this concludes first chapter. So how did you like my chapter? Is it any Good? Better? Best?
Just click the REVIEW button and pour down your thoughts, suggestions, or anything else you like to point it out.
Just don't suggest me Pokémon for Ash as they are already decided but I may ask about Pokémons for other characters.
I apologize for the very late update once again and for the short chapter, I'll try to make the chapters longer.
Just to clear up some things:
1) On the basis of Poll, This will be Ash/Harem though within the new limits of ffnet. May is already decided along with Clair (Jhoto gym leader) and now I just need one more, so who should be it? PM me or send it in a review.
2) Delia Ketchum runs a Daycare center along with a restaurant and that is the source of income. They are a middle class family on the higher edge, so no money shortage.
3) Only the legendaries, Delia and Ash himself knows about his powers and no one else. And no one knows about Ash being from other world other than the ones mentioned above. The others just know about Ash being orphaned and abused in a home.
4) I have already decided which Pokémon Ash should catch. No, Ash will not catch any Legendary Pokémon but they will obey his orders in a fight.
5) Gary is no longer a jerk at this point of time, he will still mock people or get cocky or arrogant but in a joking manner.
You are welcome to ask questions, make suggestions or pointing out my mistakes. Just PM me or write a REVIEW.
Don't forget to review. I'll try to upload the next chapter soon.
Signing Out
GreenIcePhoenix