Pallet Town
It was now early evening as Meddo set out towards Route 1, Pikachu was still resting in his arms, Meddo was surprised by the fact the bag felt so light even with all the stuff inside of it, as he moved past the three houses in the town, the path that he took ended up taking them to a hill which leads to route 1.
Meddo finally stopped at the top of a hill overlooking the town, "It looks so peaceful," Meddo comments looking over the town, in the distance Meddo could make out Professor Oak down at the lab, looking around Meddo could also see a hoard of Pidgeys flying into the surrounding trees.
A smile dawned on his face as he began to think of what he was going to aim for, but was instantly brought to the ground by a thunder shock from the now awake Pikachu, who had an angry expression on his face.
"Way to ruin the moment," Meddo wheezes as he props himself up, looking at the electric type, Meddo felt a bit afraid of the cute looking mouse Pokemon.
"Pika, Pika pi, Pikachu," the yellow rodent shouts angerly pointing to his Pokeball and then to Meddo, who gulped at this action before realising what the mouse wanted.
"You want me to… you want me to release you from the Pokeball," Meddo says, his voice wavering unsure of what to say or do in the situation, this only got him a nod from the Electric type, who still held an angry face.
"Ok, um… here how about this," Meddo starts rubbing a hand through his hair, Pikachu's cheeks began to spark due to what he said, "How about I release you after you help me get another Pokemon?" Meddo says Pikachu's cheeks calm down, as he began to think about the new proposal given to him by his 'trainer'.
After a few minutes of silence, Pikachu nodded his head agreeing to the terms of their agreement after that was settled Meddo brushed himself off before picking up his hat, "Take one last look at the town if you like," Meddo comments getting the Electric type to turn around to see the view.
"Let's get going then," Meddo comments before leading the Yellow mouse to route 1, Pikachu kept his distance while looking out for possible replacements for his 'trainer'.
Route 1
"I wonder who I should catch," Meddo says looking at the yellow rodent who was behind him, Pikachu looked at Meddo and just surged, it was now late evening so Meddo had made the decision of stopping to rest for the night, Setting up his cooking equipment he got to work making himself and Pikachu some food out of the berries in the surrounding area.
"Pikachu could you hold still a moment," Meddo comments after they had both finished eating the food he had made, Pikachu looked at him curiously before nodding, Meddo then pulled out the Pokedex and scanned Pikachu into it.
"Pikachu Dex No. #025, Mouse Pokemon, Dex Entry: When several of these Pokemon gather, their electricity could build and cause lightning storms. Gender: Male, evolves from: Pichu, Evolves into: Raichu, Abilities: Lightning rod, Moves: Tail Whip, Thunder shock, Growl, Play nice, Unlocked Egg Moves: Volt Tackle." The Pokedex spoke displaying the information on its screen, while also showing an image of Pikachu as well.
"Wow, Volt tackle sweet," Meddo comments while getting a glare from the electric type which caused him to shudder, "Anyway best get some sleep Pikachu," Meddo says as he pulls out his sleeping bag, they soon fell asleep as the campfire died out.
The next morning Meddo woke to see Pikachu was curled up in a ball next to his feet, which was strange as Pikachu had fallen asleep on the other side of the campfire, but he dismissed it as he got up to make breakfast for the two of them.
"Morning Rookie," a male voice says happily from a log beside his equipment, Meddo turned to look at the owner of the voice, the man looked as if he was in his late teen's early twenties, the man was wearing a blue and red shirt, brown cargo trousers and black boots with a large camping bag next to him.
"Um… Hello," Meddo says looking at the man in front of him, the man only waved at him with a smile.
"So, you just started your journey than having ya?" The man inquires looking at the new trainer.
"Sorry, but who are you?" Meddo questions just as Pikachu awoke, Pikachu did a quick stretch and let out a small "Kachu," before noticing he stranger, jumping into action he leapt in front of Meddo with his cheeks sparking.
"Wow Pikachu, calm down," Meddo demands calmly, Pikachu glances at him then back at the stranger before taking a few steps back.
"The names Mathew Knight," The man, that is now known as Mathew says introducing himself, "That Pikachu must be quite fond of you," Mathew says looking at the two, Meddo shook his head while Pikachu huffed in annoyance.
"No, Pikachu and I have a deal," Meddo starts looking at the electric type getting Mathew's attention, "I release him after I catch another Pokemon," Meddo explains a bit saddened by the fact he would be losing his starter even though they haven't been on good terms, Pikachu nodded in agreement causing Mathew to look confused at the two.
"Really, how interesting," Mathew comments causing confusion to the duo, Pikachu was the first to snap out of it and started to tap Meddo pointing at his cooking equipment, Meddo snapping out of his confusion due to Pikachu understood what the electric type was after.
"Well, Mathew would you like to join us for some breakfast?" Meddo asks looking at the man.
"Well, I can't decline free food, Thank you," Mathew replies with a smile as Meddo sets out making food the three of them, "You know you never told me your name," Mathew says trying to start up a conversation with the rookie.
"Oh sorry, My name is Meddo Halon from Pallet town," Meddo replies a bit embarrassed about forgetting to introduce himself, "If I may ask Mathew, where are you from?" Meddo questions while finishing the breakfast for them.
"My native region is Johto," Mathew replies getting the Kanto natives attention.
"Johto, any cool Pokemon there?" Meddo then inquires knowing the Johto region is connected to Kanto via .
"Well to someone from Kanto probably yes, but as I'm from Johto, Kanto has some cool ones," Mathew says causing Meddo to chuckle as he dished up the food for them.
After eating Meddo and Mathew cleaned up while Pikachu kept guard for any approaching Pokemon.
"So, are you entering the Kanto Pokemon league?" Mathew inquires as Meddo finishes packing his stuff away.
"Pokemon League?" Meddo asks back causing the Johto native to fall off the log he was sat on, this caused Pikachu to chuckle before going back on guard.
"Yes, it's where you battle other trainers for a chance to fight the elite four and then the champion, it happens once a year, Johto just finished meaning Kanto league is starting, due to them being on opposite sides of the year," Mathew explains, intriguing the young trainer.
"Sure, sounds like fun, Are you competing?" Meddo replies inquiring if Mathew was going to be an opponent.
"Na, not this year, maybe another time, after all, I need to catch a Pokemon first as I left all my Johto ones back with Professor Elm," Mathew replies shocking Meddo that the man didn't have any Pokemon on him.
"Meddo can I ask you a question," Mathew starts getting Meddo's attention, "Would you mind if I travel with you? I can help and give you some pointers," Mathew asks trying to give a good reason for Meddo to say yes.
"Sure, it'll be great to have someone help me get started other than my starter," Meddo replies with a grin etched onto his face, Pikachu on the other hand just sighed at the fact he had to stay in the company of two humans for Arceus knows how long.
"Thank you, you know this reminds me of the time I and my old travel companions first got acquainted," Mathew comments as he reminisces his prior travels.
"good times?" Meddo questions pulling his bag onto his back, before signalling he was ready to leave.
"Sure was," Mathew's face turned from a smile to a frown, "to a point," Mathew mutters catching Meddo's attention.
"What do you mean 'to a point' Mathew," Meddo inquiries looking at his new friend with a worried expression.
"Well, how do I put this, I mean we've only just met so maybe another time," Mathew says trying to avoid the subject mentally praying to Arceus he wouldn't meet back up with one of his old 'friends.'
"Well ok, sorry for prying," Meddo says apologising for bringing up bad memories for Mathew.
"That's fine Meddo," Mathew replies accepting the apology before picking up his own bag, the trio left the campsite and headed up route 1.
After a few hours of walking along the route, they had seen Rattata and Pidgey everywhere but never of them tried to catch them.
"Hey, Meddo, can I ask why you haven't caught a Pidgey or Rattata yet?" Mathew asks in confusion as said Pokemon passed them.
"Well, to be honest… I think Pikachu had been keeping an eye out for a Pokemon for me to catch, plus I can ask you the same question," Meddo comments, getting a nod from the electric type, leaving Mathew confused before he answered.
"I may do later, I'm not sure yet," He replies causing Meddo to chuckle before he stopped looking at his Pokedex for the time.
"Hu, 11:50 already, I was hoping to reach Viridian by noon, but it seems we aren't even close," Meddo comments only for Pikachu to chuckle at his 'trainers' time managing skills.
"Well, I think Viridian is a few miles away, so we should reach it in around two hours," Mathew replies looking north of where they are.
"Ok then, let's get a move on then," Meddo says walking in the direction Mathew had mentioned, with a sigh both Mathew and Pikachu followed the young trainer as they made their way to Viridian City.
