Pokémon Journey:Adventures
Hey guys Paradox here,welcome to chapter 34. Finally we are here,at the Summer Camp Arc as what people may call it. So these next few chapters will add different outcomes (somewhat...depending on your point of view) with a couple of tricks. Even after this Arc is finish,a couple more chapters,and we will be done with the original XY and move on to the Kalos Quest. And when we get there,believe me...a lot of shit is gonna go down that will leave you all,breathless,wondering,or even just plain angry.
On to another thing and I want your guys' opinion. Remember how I said when I might do the parts of the movies and even the Mega Evolution specials. To try to separate and to be more organized I guess,I'll maybe make other book,one with the movies and another with the ME specials. I don't know still,tell me what you guys think,should I do it? At all even? If I do it,sure I'll stray from the main story for awhile,but I'll leave this up to you guys.
Now on the now.
"The voyage of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes."-Marcel Proust
Chapter 34:New Discoveries
"Come on! It's just over the hill." Ash said as he lead the group over a hilltop. After leaving the Pokémon Center early to get to where they needed to be on time. Finally on top of the hill,the group caught a glimpse of the where they'll be staying. The Poke Summer Camp:composed of a main building under a red roof,along with several other buildings surrounding the compound,including several cabins,almost making it look like a small village. On top of that,the camp was right next to a white sandy beach and sparking blue water.
The gang then rushed down the hill and to the main building,where someone very familiar was waiting for them on the outdoor patio. "Ash,Everyone hello!" Said Professor Sycamore,who was waving a flag to get their attention. When Ash and the others arrived they notice that the Professor and his assistants were in complete outdoor wear.
The professor had on kakis pants,a turquoise jacket,orange shirt,a blue fishing hat,and and brown tennis shoes. His assistant Sophie,wore a white sun hat with a light blue ribbon around it,blue shirt,tan pants,long baby light blue overcoat,and white shoes. His other assistant Cosette worn a yellow jacket,a white t-shirt with a orange stripe on the chest,a blue short skirt,beneath that was black tights,finally complete with tennis shoes.
"Hi professor." Ash said. "You all made it just in time. Are you all enjoying your journey so far?" The Professor asked. "We are and professor? You are not gonna believe what we saw?" Ash said,knowing this will excite the professor. "Really?! Now I'm interested to hear what you have to say." The Professor said. Ash then told the professor about how he and group met Korrina and her Lucario. Then after getting the Lucarionite,Korrina used it to get Lucario to Mega Evolve. After a few days,Ash told him that Korrina and Lucario finally managed to get a grip on Mega Evolution,all while mentioning how powerful Mega Lucario is.
"Wow that's is amazing. You all met Mega Lucario." The professor said. "So that must mean that soon;you'll be changing Korrina and her Lucario soon Ash." He continued. "Yep,and I'm ready to win it." Ash said with confidence in his voice. "That's the spirit Ash,well we better get everything set up for the opening ceremony. In the meanwhile,Sophie can show you all to your cabin." The professor said with Sophie walking up to the group. "If you all follow me." Sophie then lead the away from the main building and into the village.
After a five minute walk,Sophie finally showed the group to their cabin with a sign in the front,showing a Froakie's head on it. "Here you are. You guys will be Team Froakie." Sophie said. "Team Froakie huh,thanks." Ash said. "When you all are ready,please make your way back to the main building,the opening ceremony should be starting soon." Sophie said.
The gang then walks inside to see and feel that cozy charm a cabin has to offer. Inside was a small living space with a two small couches,another door that lead to the restroom,and another room that had two bunk beds for each of them to sleep on. "Ok,I call this bed." Bonnie claimed the top left bunk.
Serena,meanwhile opened the bedroom window to see a beautiful sight;the sparking water,the glittering sand. It was a marvelous sight to see and they're gonna enjoy this for the next few days. "Beautiful isn't it." Serena looks behind her to see Ash,who was also enjoying the view. "It is." She said. "Reminds you of something? All this?" Ash asked,hoping she knows what he's talking about. "You mean our time at Summer Camp as kids?" Serena guessed,knowing she's correct. "And beyond. Even the time when you stayed over at my house after." Ash said. Both thought about those moments.
After rescuing Serena,Ash and her spent almost every moment together at that camp,doing activities,going on walks,eating lunch together. It was a happy time in their lives. Then after camp,when Serena stay over at Ash's house for a month,when her mother was still competing in Ryhorn Races in Kanto,it had become a second home to her,with Ash and mother caring for her. Serena couldn't think of a happier time she had,since then until the day Ash came to Kalos.
"Those were the best times I ever had in my life." Serena said,even though she never wanted to go to that camp,she was glad it worked out in the end. "Me too,let's make our time here as much fun as when we were kids." Ash said. "With you,I'm already having a great time." Serena said,while blushing. This caused Ash to blush deeper then her,while unexpected,he felt his heart flutter and beating like a drum. "Oh..um...me too." Ash said what popped into his mind while scratching his head in nervousness. Serena picked that up and only smiled at him. She knew Ash meant to say,he just couldn't find the words.
"Hey guys,are you two coming out or what?" Both broke their connection from one another and then looked to the window to see Clemont and Bonnie outside,waiting for them. They left the cabin and caught up with the blond siblings. They then walked back to main building to see that preparations are still being set up. "Guess we still need to wait awhile longer." Clemont said. All the sudden they heard a commotion going on the beach. They rush to the deck on the edge that lead to the stair down to sands.
When they got there,they saw a battle going on between two trainers. Both male,one trainer one with brown hair,a purple shirt,blue jeans,and turquoise/white running shoes. Along with them was a Conkeldurr,ready to battle. The other trainer,who was much larger then the other,black hair,a black shirt with an image of a Vanillite on it,light orange cargo shorts,a bag on his back with the strap going over his left shoulder,and finally black tennis shoes with yellow soles. Alongside him was a Squirtle,doing a battle pose.
"Wow,a Conkeldurr and a Squirtle batting." Ash said. Curious about the Tiny Turtle Pokémon,Serena decided to scan it with her Pokédex.
"Squirtle,The Tiny Turtle Pokémon,it shelters itself in its shell then strikes back with spouts of water at every opportunity."
"Conkeldurr,superpower." The trainer said. Right away,Conkeldurr glowed in a blue outline,and rush to attack Squirtle with its concrete pillars. "Let's work it up Squirtle." Said the other trainer. Right away,Squirtle began to move and jump around in a rhythm. Conkeldurr continued to swing around,hoping to knock this...runt into next week,but Squirtle's dance moves managed to avoid each swing Conkeldurr offered. "Wow that Squirtle can move." Ash said. "He seems to be enjoying himself." Serena said. "Not just him,but his trainer as well." Bonnie said,pointing to Squirtle's trainer dancing as well.
"Hey stop moving so much." The other trainer said,noticing Conkeldurr wasn't landing any hits. "Sorry,once we start moving and grooving,there's no stopping us." The trainer said while doing an Irish dance,while Squirtle was mimicking his trainer. Conkeldurr was still trying hit Squirtle with Superpower,but Squirtle avoid it with a jump,and backflip back to his trainer,who saw an opening. "Gotcha use Skull Bash." Instantly Squirtle bucked up,and charged in at full speed like a bullet,and manage to strike Conkeldurr right in the chest,sending him back a few feet,fainted.
The trainer sighed in defeat and had Conkeldurr's Pokéball in his hand. "You did your best Conkeldurr. Take a good rest." He returned him back to his Pokéball,then looked at the other trainer. "That's some evasive maneuver I ever seen. You guys totally had us off guard." He said. "Thanks,we always have these new dance moves into our routine." The other trainer said. As everyone then dispersed after a good battle,Ash and the others walked up to the trainer with his Squirtle on his shoulder.
"Wow,you and your Squirtle are amazing." Ash said. "Thanks,if you're interested,you want to have a battle?" He asked.
"I would enjoy that. I'm Ash Ketchum from Kanto." Ash introduced himself. "Wow,that's some haul,all the way from Kanto,so what brings you halfway around the world?" He asked. "I'm here to challenge the gyms here so I could compete in the Kalos League." Ash said. "Challenging yourself,I respect that." The trainer said. The others then introduced themselves to the trainer. When his view turn to Serena,he reacted surprisingly. "Hey I know you." He told Serena. Serena and the others were immediately puzzled. Especially Serena since she thought to herself that she never met this person until now.
"You do?" Serena asked. "Wait here,I'll be back!" He said then ran to another group of people conversing nearby. They then see the trainer then coming back dragging someone else with him. The group got a clear view of the person. A girl around their age,slightly below average height,a darker skin tone then the trainer beside her,green eyes,long dark brown hair that were kept in pigtails. As for appearance,she worn a dark pink shirt decorated in three large black bows running down the front,a pair of blue denim shorts,a matching pink wristband with a black bobble on it,along with a white messenger bag,she also had pink ballet-like shoes with short heels for footwear.
"What is it Tierno?! I was just-" she was interrupted when he pointed her to Serena. "See,she looks just like her Shauna." He said. She took a moment and instantly recognized her. "You're right,it is her." She said while approaching Serena. "Um,what do you guys mean?" Serena asked. "I know you,you're Serena." She said. "Yes but...how do you guys know my name?" Serena asked. "Because we saw your Pokévision video." The girl said. Serena then thought back to that day. The day she made her Pokévison debut,she had no idea that people would recognize her from that. "You guys saw my video?" Serena asked. "Of course,its got a lot of style,and plus your Fennekin is so cute." The girl said. "Oh um...thank you...uh?" Serena struggled to say and then stop when she didn't know her name.
"Oh sorry,I'm Shauna,and I believe you all met this guy." Shauna pointed to the trainer next to her. "Which reminds me,I'm Tierno." He introduced himself. The gang then introduced themselves as well,excluding Serena since the two already know her. Shauna then took a closer look at Ash,which made him uncomfortable and Serena heat up in jealousy. "Um...can I help you?" Ash said nervously. "Ha,I knew I recognized you from somewhere." Shauna said. "What do you mean Shauna?" Tierno asked. Ash really didn't know where she met him,but somehow a hunch laid on the back of his mind.
"Come on Tierno,don't you recognized him?" Shauna said. Tierno just stayed silent. He really didn't have a clue what she's talking about. "Its you. The trainer who saved that Garchomp at Prism Tower a few weeks ago." Shauna said. Right away,Ash shrunk in nervousness,that hunch on the back of his mind finally came into reality. "Oh,ok." Tierno then looked at Ash closer and realized Shauna was right. "Oh my Arceus,it is you! You're one of trainers who was on top of Prism Tower." Tierno said. Ash right then stayed silent. He'd really hoped people would've moved on from that...and that these two people could lower their voice. The last thing he wanted was the whole camp to know who he was and what he did that night.
Unfortunately that wasn't the case as Tierno and Shauna bombarded him with a ton load of questions. What was he think? Was he scare the whole time? Who was the other trainer? It was just too much too fast. "Guys really,I feel uncomfortable." Ash backed away. The two then realized what they were doing. "Oh um,we're sorry Ash." Shauna apologized for the both of them. "Look if it make you guys feel satisfied. I only did what thought was right that night,end of story." Ash said. "Thanks Ash,it's just...you and that other trainer...saved Lumiose City that night. You guys are heros." Shauna said. "Thanks you both,but I just pefer to be treated normal." Ash said. Both nodded and respected Ash's request and dropped the subject.
"So Serena,have you seen your video yet." Shauna asked. "No I haven't even thought of it until now." Serena said. "Well come on,I'll show you." Shauna said while dragging Serena into the Pokémon Center in the main building. Inside they went to one of the computers. There Shauna logged into the Pokévison website,where all the videos trainers have made were stored. Shauna then looked up Serena's video and the group was surprised by the amount of views.
"Wow,just over 44,000!" Shauna said. "You're famous Serena." Bonnie told her. Serena just looked sheepishly at the both of them. She didn't believe that this many people liked her video so much to be call famous. "Wow,you're so cute." Tierno said with hearts in his eyes. "Don't mind him. He's sometimes acts like this." Shauna said,trying to put Serena at ease. Ash,however felt his face heat up in slight anger. "This must be how jealousy feels." Ash thought.
Clemont then had an epiphany and shouted in worry. "Clemont what is it?" Ash asked. "That means...my video was also watched well!" Clemont said with a worried tone. Shauna then looked up Clemont's to see his video. There they saw the view count. "Wow,25,000 that's no bad." Shauna said. "Not bad?! People now saw me blow up in front of the camera." Clemont said,feeling agitated. "That's the whole point. Now you're famous big bro." Bonnie said. Clemont just shunned in embarrassment. He never felt this humiliation in his life.
"Hey Serena can I meet your Fennekin." Shauna asked. "Of course,Fennekin come on out." Serena then took out Fennekin's Pokéball and released her. Out came the Fox,who was look around her surroundings. "Wow,she's even more cute in person." Shauna said while taking a closer look,making the Fox Pokémon uncomfortable. "Thanks Shauna,so what about you. Have you made any videos?" Serena asked. "Oh right." Shauna then got up,and went to the computer. She looked up her video and clicked on the most viewed one. On it show herself and her Pokémon,which was Bulbasaur.
When the video ended,everyone was impressed,especially Serena. "Wow Shauna,your Bulbasaur is very cute." Serena said. "Thanks,would you like to meet it?" Shauna then took out Bulbasaur's Pokéball and released it. Out came the Seed Pokémon,and Pikachu and Fennekin went to interact with it,but Bulbasaur turns them down,leaving them shocked. All the sudden Chespin came out of its Pokémon to join the others. Ash figured since everyone's out he decided to release Froakie as well. Serena thought this would would be a perfect time to let them try out a new Poképuff recipe she tried out,and took out a basket out of her bag and handed out one to each Pokémon.
When she got to Bulbasaur however,it didn't want to take it. "What's wrong,it'll like it." Serena told it. Shauna then walked up to her. "Thing is,Bulbasaur would only eat thing if I give it to it." Shauna said. Serena then understood and gave the Poképuff to Shauna,who then feed it to Bulbasaur. While chewing it the gang could've swore they saw Bulbasaur smiled for a moment. "Yea,fortunately that's as much emotion as you can see but that's her way of saying she likes it." Shauna said.
All the sudden,something came out of the air and land right in front of their Pokémon. The gang the key features:Orange,cute,and a flame lit on the end of its tail. It was a Charmander.
"Who's Pokémon is that." Ash asked. "Its about time." Tierno said. Charmander meanwhile continued to fool around with the others. Eventually he snap his jaws too close to Pikachu and Fennekin,causing them to back up. But the snap also released embers,which them landed on Chespin. Chespin cried in pain,until Squirtle used Water Gun to put him out,bringing relief to the Spiny Nut Pokémon.
"Hey everyone." The gang then sees a trainer running up the stairs. When he got up,the gang sees a boy of their age,orange hair with a rounded haircut,grey eyes,a white collared shirt underneath a light green one which had a Pokéball logo on the left side of the chest,grey pants,green shoes,and a green/black camera around his neck.
"Trevs,you made it." Tierno said. "Yea,Charmander was just as anxious to finally get here." He said. He then looks at his Pokémon and notice that he was pulling tricks again. "Did something happened?" The trainer asked. "Oh just Charmander being Charmander." Shauna said. "Oh,I'm sorry about Charmander. You see that Charmander is energetic." He said. He always knows that Charmander gets over his head,and is always trying to pick fights. "It's ok,no harm done." Ash said. The trainer then introduced himself as Trevor and the main group introduced themselves and their Pokémon.
"So you guys are are a team?" Ash asked. "Yup,with Trevor here,we're part of Team Squirtle." Tierno said. "And you guys?" Shauna asked. "All of us are part of Team Froakie." Ash said. "So you guys are traveling together." Trevor said. "Yup,all of us are on a journey together." Bonnie replied. "Are you all traveling together as well?" Serena asked. "Nope,when we got our Pokémon from Professor Sycamore,we all went our separate ways,but every once in awhile we would reunite to tell what we accomplished so far." Shauna said. "So you guys are traveling with goals?" Ash asked.
"Yep,I'm traveling to make the best dance crew in Kalos." Tierno said. "I'm traveling to document every Pokémon there is?" Trevor said. "I'm traveling to become the best Performer." Shauna said. Then the intercom turn on. "The opening ceremony will begin momentarily. Please make your way to the front of the main building." Everyone then rushed to the front,except Serena,who was now in deep thoughts. She thought while traveling is fine,all the more better since she reunited with Ash,but now feels almost pointless without a goal in mind. She snapped out of her thoughts when Fennekin barked at her. "I'm alright Fennekin." She said,while picking her up and leaving the Center.
There all the campers reunited at the front. On the top of the steps was Professor Sycamore,his assistants,Nurse Joy,and the head chef along with three other cooks. "Good Morning,and welcome to the Pokémon Summer Camp." Said the professor. "Now before we get started there are a few introductions. First is Nurse Joy,who runs the Pokémon Center." He said,while Nurse Joy took a bow. "Next is Madam Catherine,who takes care of all our cooking every year." The professor said,while latter bow while introduced her her hands:Emily,Walter,and Vicki.
"Now,the way this Camp work is dependent on a point system. For each activity offers points." The professor said while still explaining. The winning team gains 10 points,2nd place gain 7 points,3rd place gain 3 points,and rest of the teams gain no points. "The idea is to gain gain as much points as you can,along with your team and your Pokémon by the end of the week. And when the week is done,the team with the most points gets inducted into the Summer Camp Hall of Fame." The professor said. "Also take note,that the current Kalos Champion Diantha was also inducted into the Hall of Fame when she was your age." Madam Catherine stepped up. Everyone was awestruck,should they win,they'll follow the foot steps of the Kalos Champion.
"Now as a way to kick things off here. Everyone will get the chance to meet one another,and by doing that with a Pokémon battle." Said the professor. Everyone cheered and then went to beach to do so. After agreeing who battles who,Ash and Tierno,Serena and Shauna,and finally Clemont and Trevor. Ash went with Froakie while Tierno battles with Squirtle. Serena with Fennekin while Shauna used Bulbasaur. Clemont used Chespin while Trevor stuck with Charmander.
"Alright Froakie,let's start with Cut." Froakie zoom in to attack with a light blade in his hand. "Let's get grooving Squirtle." Squirtle began to shuffle his feet and then did a front flip,over the frog. "We need to follow those movements,try to keep up and use Water Pulse." Froakie did its best to keep track but Squirtle was too complex to follow. When Froakie fired the Water Pulse,Squirtle dodged it rather easily. "Use Water Gun." Squirtle fired a blast of water at Froakie. "Use your Frubbles to block it." Froakie then used its Frubbles to form a shield and the Water Gun absorbed into the Frubbles.
"Alright Fennekin use Flamethrower." Fennekin then launch a stream of fire at the Seed Pokémon. "Use Energy Ball." Using plant energy,Bulbasaur charged up and fired a ball of Energy at the Flamethrower,canceling it and causing Fennekin to stumble back. "Wow,I didn't expect that Energy Ball to be powerful enough to stop Flamethrower." Serena said. "Ha,that's how we it,with style,and grace." Shauna said. "Fennekin Hidden Power."'Fennekin fired a ring of five balls of energy. "Use Razor Leaf." Bulbasaur whipped a trail of sharp leaves and fired at the Hidden Power.
"Chespin use Pin Missile." Chespin jumped and fired a barrage of green dagger missiles. "Burn them away with Flamethrower." Charmander then fired a powerful stream of fire,burning all the missiles to a crips,and nearly getting Chespin in the process. But history repeats itself and Chespin felt embers lit the top of his head. "Chespin!" Clemont shouted. Chespin then ran to water and jumped in,feeling relief. "Are you alright Chespin." Chespin nodded yes. "Wow that's some firepower." Clemont said. "No pun intended. Now Charmander use Starch." Charmander then charged in with sharp claws." Chespin use Tackle." Both Pokémon charged at each other and clashed head on.
Night came and everyone was having dinner. At the table,Team Froakie and Team Squirtle were seated together. "So how was your battle Ash?" Serena asked. "It went great. While it was sad that it ended in a tie,we had a good time." Ash said. "Yep,you're actually the first person to counter my dancing battle style. What about your guys?" Tierno asked. "Me and Serena enjoyed our battle." Shauna said. "What about you Clemont?" Shauna asked. "Let's just stay I got overpower." Clemont said. "Regardless,I enjoy our battle." Said Trevor.
"So what's your dream Ash?" Trevor asked. "Easy,my dream is to become a Pokémon Master." Ash said. "Wow,aiming high." Shauna said. "Not just that,Ash is also a great batter with his unpredictability." Clemont pointed out. "And this guy,is a great inventor." Ash said. "Really,you build things." Trevor said almost raising his voice. "Yep,my dream is to invent things for the betterment of Pokémon." Clemont said. "Wow,that's incredible." Trevor said.
"Alright everyone." Everyone then turns forward to see Professor Sycamore up front. "We had a great first day of Summer Camp. Now starting tomorrow we start with our first Camp activity. So remember to work hard,have fun,and trust your team and the bonds you all have with your Pokémon. With that,the day is done. You all get a goodnight sleep." With that Professor Sycamore left the stage and everyone started to get up to leave to their cabins.
After Shauna and the other left after saying goodbye,all there was Ash and the group preparing to walk back. "Hey you guys go on,I'll head back later." Both Bonnie and Clemont were too tired to argue and simply agree and started walking back. Ash,on the other hand,stayed where he was. "Do you want company?" He asked. "Thanks Ash,but...I think this is one walk I need to do alone." Serena told him. Ash wanted to argue about but know that if he goes with it,could cause Serena some distrust in him and that was something he didn't want to go through again.
"Ok,I'll see back at the cabin." Ash said,trusting her fully. Serena waved goodbye to him. She notice the look in his eyes and know he wanted to accompany her,which warms her hearts,but it warms her heart even more that Ash trust her to do things on her own. She released Fennekin out of her Pokéball. There they walked out to the pier by the main building and sat there at the edge. While rubbing Fennekin's head Serena spoke. "You know Fennekin,everyone has a dream in pursuit." She said. "Even Ash has a dream that he's been pursuing for six years. *sigh* Fennekin I'm just wondering...what's my dream...what do I want to do?" She asked,while looking at her Pokémon. Fennekin spoke in a soft voice,trying to tell her trainer what she thinks. "You're right." Serena guessed. "I guess the important thing is not be too hasty about it. One day Fennekin...we'll know what we want." Serena said while she and Fennekin look to the star that shine so brightly in the night stay. One day...Serena vowed she'll find her purpose on her journey,and not alone. She's got Fennekin,Clemont,Bonnie,Drake,and finally Ash,together they'll help her every step of the way.
Done,so I won't say much since this chapter was a handful. So now the wheels of fate are turning for Serena as she now decides what to do next. And now Team Squirtle was finally introduced. A way to kick off this new Arc.
So as for the question in the beginning,please tell me what you guys thinks,should I do it? Don't do it? At all even? Like I said, I'm leaving this up to you guys. Thanks for reading,this is Paradox signing off. Goodbye.