Welcome to those who have followed "Ash the Aura Chronicles, to this next chapter. Ash as you know keeps track training to control his aura and also learning distinct martial arts. His budding relationship with May grows closer during the journey.

Ash with his friends May, Max, and Brock were now walking to the next facility that was nearby, and it happened to be the Battle Dome. The Hoenn Pokemon coordinator was carrying in her bag a light, brown Pokemon that was given to her when she and her friends stopped at a Pokemon Day Care.

Ash continued training in his control of aura, although he struggled from time to time on putting an aura shield, which was a defensive attack that focused on creating a barrier to block incoming attacks from potential enemies. His aura sphere was fairly good enough to damage tree branches with one shot. Also Ash was practicing martial arts that he found in the other scrolls. The aura guardians not only depended on using their aura while traveling; they were also good fighting hand to hand. Each guardian had his own fighting style. Ash practices forms of Karate, Muay Thai, Sambo, and Wrestling. (This was written last chapter)

"The Battle Dome is home to surprises and emotive, as we welcome the fans to this facility where our Dome Ace and Frontier Brain will face the next challenger," a woman was saying by microphone. "Oh wait it appears that the challenger is now coming to the Battle Dome."

Ash and company are now being surrounded by reporters and photographers.

"Are you Ash from Pallet Town?"

"What are your expectations of facing against the Dome Ace?"

"How do you feel about us asking so many questions?"

Ash felt overwhelmed by being asked by so many reporters, that he couldn't ask any of them singlehandedly. Until Scott appears and responds, "Hold on. All the questions will be answered at the press conference."

Ash asks, "Did you say press conference?"

Scott says, "Yes kid. There will be a press conference in a few moments so you can answer their questions."

(Press Conference)

The press conference was underway and the reporters started with a few questions. "So Ash, could you tell us about your battling style?" Ash responds, "I'd say that for me the best defense is to have a great offense. I believe that as me and my Pokemon we work as one, we can achieve victory." The reporter then says "Those are the kind of clear, concise words we like to hear." "So how do you feel about facing Dome Ace Tucker in battle? Ash blinks in surprise, "Who's Tucker?

The room fell in absolute silence, and the environment felt somber. Ash asks, "Was it something I say?" Scott says, "Tucker is the Frontier Brain of the Battle Dome also known by his title the Dome Ace. He is a strong trainer, but also gives provides the fans with his world class entertainment. The reason you're being noticed is because you're battling him. In other words, Tucker is the star, and you're the supporting actor."

Ash blinks, "I'm a supporting actor?" Pikachu replies in its Poketalk the same way.

Max says, "That makes sense." His sister May, "I want to know everything from a superstar like Tucker."

(Dressing Room)

The three bumbling thieves were now being hair stylists, tending to the Dome Ace and Frontier Brain Tucker giving his hair a last minute touch.

"We're giving your hair a brush with such style that your fans will be drooling," says Jessie.

"Working for you is like heaven for hair stylists," says James.

Dome Ace Tucker says, "Well I can't complain about your hair brushing techniques? What do you think Victor?"

His assistant Victor says, "I got to admit I was worried when your regular stylist didn't show up today, but I can say that you look great."

(Battle Dome field)

"I've never seen a place so packed like this for a battle," says Max.

"I can tell that all these fans are here to see Tucker battle," says Brock.

"I can tell the fans really love Tucker just by watching them cheer him on," says the May.

"He won the Orange League Championship and has participated on the Kanto, Johto, and Hoenn Leagues. He's respected by friends and foes alike as one of the most promising of this generation. His spirit and determination burns in the heat of battle. He is Ash Ketchum."

A single spotlight reflects on the young Pallet Town trainer and now aura guardian in training with few cheers. Then the spotlight goes off.

"A Pokemon battle is a theme of rare beauty. Such beauty needs a creator. So feast your eyes on the greatest display of talent the Battle Dome has to offer, and welcome Tucker your Dome Ace!" The announcer says a more impressive introduction towards the Frontier Brain who was putting on a show for the fans.

Tucker puts a display and then says, "Greetings my friends and fans and welcome to the Battle Dome!" Ash deadpans, "That guy's Tucker." May from the balcony with her friends says, "Wow amazing!" Brock says, "And the audience feels the same as well."

Tucker says, "I'm here to have a good time and how about you." The fans were cheering wildly (mostly female) saying that 'Tucker is a dreamboat and so hot!' May says, "I bet dad could learn a thing or two from Tucker." Both Petalburg siblings imagine their father Norman the Petalburg Gym Leader dressed as Tucker and decide better to not to.

"Welcome my friend to the Battle Dome. Today's reward for victory is worthy of this top-notch Tactics Symbol." Tucker shows on the screen the Tactics Symbol. Ash says, "I agree and that Frontier Symbol is going to be mine." Tucker says, "Now that is the first class confidence that I like to hear from my opponents. Today's battle team is the hot and cool fusion of fire and water." The Dome Ace picks up two Pokéball and out of them came an Arcanine and a Swampert. "The brave Arcanine and Swampert the water-ground champions"

The referee appears, "Today's Battle Frontier challenge will be a Double Battle. Each trainer will battle with two Pokemon at the same time. The battle will end when two Pokemon on one's side are unable to continue." He continues, "Now Ash since the Frontier Brain has revealed the identities of his Pokemon, are you going to choose your Pokemon? You can even swap your Pokemon with the transporter."

May smiles, "Tucker revealed his Pokemon first, then Ash can have the advantage in choosing the type advantages." Brock says, "Maybe so, but I wouldn't underestimate Tucker like that." Scott agrees, "Tucker is a Frontier Brain, and also a world class entertainer. To defeat someone like Tucker you'll need greater strategies. The Tactics symbol is synonymous of strategy, and even if Ash chooses Pokemon with the right type advantage it could be a tough match."

Ash thinks, 'Swampert is a water/ground type Pokemon and Arcanine is a fire type. So Pikachu will sit out of this battle. I'll go with Corphish against Arcanine, and Swellow's speed and power can attack in different directions. Good thing that I swap them back after the Greta match." He finally decides, "I'll stay with the Pokemon in hand."

"Swellow and Corphish, I choose you!"

Out of their pokeballs came the Swallow Pokemon and the Ruffian Pokemon ready for battle.

"And now let the battle begin"

Ash says, "Swellow start first with Quick Attack on Swampert, and Corphish use Bubblebeam on Arcanine." Swellow was diving for a fast tackle, and Corphish was going for its Crabhammer.

Tucker replies, "First rate moves. Now I'll teach you how it's done. Arcanine go with the wind and intercept Swellow with Extremespeed." The fully evolved fire canine went with even more speed and countered Swellow's Quick Attack in the air. Tucker continues, "Go Swampert my iron guardian go with Protect!" Swampert jumps in front of Arcanine and forms a green shield just in time before Corphish's attack could hit.

"Corphish and Swellow attacked well, but Swampert and Arcanine were just better," says Brock. Max says, "Quick Attack is an attack that always goes first, while Extremespeed is an attack that allows the Pokemon with the superior speed to move faster."

May adds, "Then does that mean that Arcanine is way faster than Swellow."

Brock nods and then continues, "I have to say that having Arcanine's speed to attack while having Swampert as a backup is a brilliant battle combination."

Back in the battle, Tucker says, "Using Quick Attack with your Swellow and Corphish with Bubblebeam was a remarkable strategy, but you'll have to do better than that." Ash says, "Don't worry there's still more to show. Swellow go with Aerial Ace!" Swellow now goes into the air and dives with great speed. Tucker says, "Arcanine into the skies with Aerial Ace."

The group in the stands was shocked by the choice of move. Max asks, "Arcanine can use Aerial Ace as well?" May then continues, "But that's a flying-type move." Arcanine runs fast and is enveloped in a white light like Swellow was when using Aerial Ace. Both Swellow and Arcanine clash each other with their respective Aerial Ace causing a small explosion. Ash says, "Corphish hit Swampert with Vicegrip!"Corphish used its pincer to attack Swampert. Tucker says, "A brilliant strategy, but let's see how you handle this. Swampert use Mud Shot!" The Mud Fish Pokemon hurls from its multiple light blue spheres at Corphish and on the way was also Arcanine, but Arcanine jumps on time and the spheres turn into mud hitting directly into Corphish.

"Tucker knows what he's doing, but Ash had the bright idea to attack after Arcanine made its move," says Brock

"I guess that Tucker just has more experience," says May. "Can Ash win the Tactics symbol? No I can't think like that I know he will."

Scott says, "Tucker likes to force his opponents to use their strongest attacks, and then he counters them that is his battling style. But it is possible to beat him if Ash can be flexible to what he's doing." Brock adds on, "You know Ash has been pretty flexible on his battles." Scott says, "I don't doubt you about that. Ash has been flexible (then he adds) is his strategies that he needs to polish on." Max counters this, "Don't you think that it's a bit rude?" The tubby man replies, "Here is the thing the Tactics symbol is about strategy, and to make a strategy you need to be able to think on your feet and be focused. Tucker may be a world class entertainer, but he is also a brilliant tactician."

Corphish and Swellow were back on their feet or in the Swallow Pokemon's case flying (you know what I mean) to battle. Ash says, "Yeah! Let's keep fighting." Tucker says, "Now that's what I call first-class fighting spirit." He then continues, "Swampert attack with Water Gun!" The water/ground Pokemon launches a small, but strong blast of water.

"Dodge it, quick!" Swellow and Corphish dodge the Water Gun. Corphish then goes after Swampert for an attack. "Sweet Corphish now come on and join the party," says the confident Frontier Brain.

"Corphish, Crabhammer."

"Swampert use Brick Break!"

Corphish's Crabhammer and Swampert's Brick Break collided with similar power and cause a small explosion staggering both water type Pokemon.

"Arcanine jump!" The fire type jumps over Swampert. Ash says, "Swellow go for Wing Attack!" Swellow's wings glow white for its next attack. Tucker says, "Great choice for attack, but check this. Arcanine use Flamethrower!" The canine breathes and launches a great stream of fire towards Swellow. Ash at the last moment says, "Double Team!"

Swellow multiplies itself into few copies by using its Double Team move to evade the incoming fire-type attack just in time. Tucker says, "Very clever, you think you confuse us like that. Those tricks won't work here! Let your fire flowers blossom! Arcanine, Fire Blast!" Arcanine eyes glow orange and then releases a massive blast in form of like a star towards the flying type. Ash sensing problem commands his Swellow to dodge which it manages to fly out of it barely.

"Wow, he changed from Flamethrower into Fire Blast;" said Max.

May says, "This feels like watching a contest battle." She was watching the battle with great interest and Tucker had a style that closely reminded of coordinators.

Ash looks at the Swampert which is now staying still and then at the ceiling. Tucker says, "Swampert is recollecting the moisture from the air and preparing for a water attack; a true example of water entertainment."

Ash says, "For now we're battling. Swellow use Quick Attack." Tucker responds, "A brave effort, but you're forgetting about one thing. Arcanine use Extremespeed!" They use once more like in the beginning their speed based attacks. "Corphish use Crabhammer on Swampert." The small Ruffian Pokemon was going for its powerful Crabhammer. "Trespassing Swampert's iron guard is a valiant strategy, but your time is up. Swampert use Water Pulse!"

The Mud Fish Pokemon recollected all the water and launched its powerful water type attack that engulfed both Swellow and Corphish and trapping them in a great water vortex. "Arcanine use Fire Blast!" Arcanine launches its strongest fire type attack and clashes together with the Water Pulse making a fire and water tornado combination.

"Here it is. This is the foundation of our battling style. The combination of two opposing forces to cause maximum battle damage. Fire, Water, Fusion!" The crowd was absolutely nuts after watching another impressive combination from the Dome Ace. After the combination attack, Swellow and Corphish were down from the damage sustained during the battle but they were not out.

"You have done a formidable battle, Ash. Would you like to call off the battle? Unless that you still believe in victory."

Ash looks at his Pokemon. Swellow and Corphish tell Ash in their words that they can still win the battle. Ash asks, "Are you sure to want to continue?" Swellow and Corphish both nod. Ash thinks, "Tucker is really a strong trainer and with excellent strategies and combinations. If we can counter those strategies then we could still win this battle."

Tucker says, "That's what I call dedication for what trainers like me live for. Arcanine Flamethrower and Swampert you use Water Gun." Swampert launches its Water Gun and Arcanine its fire type attack.

Ash says, "Corphish use Bubblebeam." The Ruffian Pokemon shoots from both of its pincers an array of bubbles to stop both attacks. Tucker then commands Swampert to use Brick Break, while Ash with his Swellow for Quick Attack. The Dome Ace orders his Arcanine to attack Swellow from behind with its Extremespeed, and at the last moment Swellow uses Double Team to evade the attack on time making Arcanine and Swampert to collide with each other.

Tucker says, "Clever tactic. Arcanine, Fire Blast!" Arcanine launches its powerful fire type attack. Ash says, "Now Corphish on top of Swellow and use Bubblebeam!" Corphish jumps on top of its partner to spray its Bubblebeam attack to cancel Arcanine's attack. The explosion causes the battle environment to be foggy.

The end of the battle comes when Ash commands his Swellow to use Quick Attack as a diversion to then use Aerial Ace on the Mud Fish Pokemon while Corphish went in for a Crabhammer on Arcanine. Swampert and Arcanine are down and out.

Tucker was astonished at this turn of events and says, "He knocked both of them at the same time." The referee says, "Swampert and Arcanine are unable to continue; the victory goes to Ash of Pallet Town."

May says, "I'm glad that Ash won; he really did his best." Max says, "It's true." Brock says, "Although I don't think that Tucker fans will like this a bit." The crowd was still silent after watching an upset victory over Tucker. Tucker walks and says, "Congratulations Ash for this victory. You're one top-notch tactician." Now the crowd cheers loudly for both Tucker and Ash for a magnificent battle shown on the dome.

"The crowd is now cheering when a while ago they were completely silent," says May.

"Yes, the people watched an impressive battle."

Tucker says, "Farewell for now. I'm sure another day we'll have another scorching battle with incredible strategies." Ash then exclaims, "What about the symbol?" Tucker says, "It's already on top of your head." The Pallet Town trainer now sees the Tactics Symbol. "How did you do that?"

"With some brilliant tactics perhaps"

Ash does his victory pose along with his Swellow and Corphish.

(Next day)

Ash and his friends were traveling through the mountains when they encountered a wild Elekid that has been causing trouble to other Pokemon and due to the thunderstorms in the area Elekid had such excess electricity and it has been launching electric attacks that were far powerful than normal.

Ash recognized that problem and had his Pikachu to help out by drawing out Elekid and makes it drain that excess electricity. Elekid was back to normal, and Ash decided to battle it after watching its potential in battle. Ash sends his Phanpy to battle Elekid. Although in type disadvantage, Elekid had some resourceful attacks like Ice Punch and Karate Chop. Taking the battle to its limits Phanpy evolves to Donphan and using a Take Down attack followed by a Rollout attack defeated Elekid. With a worn out Elekid, Ash throws a Pokeball at it and then sucks it inside the device. The Pokeball shakes for a few seconds until it makes 'ping' sound signifying the successful capture. Ash scans his new catch.

Elekid: This Pokemon is male and has the following moves: Shock Wave, Ice Punch, Karate Chop, Light Screen, Thunder Punch, and Fire Punch.

Ash was impressed of having a new comrade and had a feeling Elekid will be incredibly strong in the near future. Now onwards to May's next contest.


Another chapter completed for Ash the Aura Chronicles.

Ash's relationship with May will be developed in the next chapters. Not only his with May but also with the other girls that he will meet.

I was also working with a new X-over story of Pokemon and To-Love-Ru but I would still continue on this one.

The harem stands as for now: May, Serena, Dawn, Cynthia, Sabrina, Korrina, Hilda, perhaps a few more to be added.