Chapter 50: Bring on the flame!
A/N: Enjoy! As you can tell, this chapter will be during the time when the flame will be lit in the stadium. Here's the summary for what happened after Arcus left to go home in the last chapter: When Arcus returned home, he spend some quality time with Mightyena for a week and even naming her Breeze since Arcus found out that she was as light as the wind when it comes to speed. The next week , he spent some time with Silver and the following week, he spent some time with the Shiny Lapras and naming her Jade. On the final week before the League, he spent some time with Moltres but he could not figure out what she should be called. I do not own Pokemon but I own my OC and this story. Reminder: Arcus telepathically talks to his Pokemon during battles. Names of characters: Arcus, Mega Absol(Angel), Blaziken(Torch), Swampert(Kippy), Persian(Ace), Servine(Lily), Kabutops(Shelly), Fearow(Spear), Ekans(Venom), Espeon(Jewel), Mew(Ella), Vaporeon(Aqua), Milotic(Venus), Flareon(Flo), Jolteon(Brie), Mewtwo(Eliza), Mightyena(Breeze), Shiny Lapras(Jade). Angel is permanently a Mega Absol.
"Wake up, Arcus! You're going to be late!" Exclaimed Lucy.
Arcus quickly woke up and he said,"What?! Lucy, tell Torch, Lily and Angel that we have to go now!" Lucy nodded and she flew off. Arcus sighed and said,"What a way to start the day."
Tobias soon walked in and asked,"Arcus, why are you still in bed?" Arcus replied,"Tobias, I'm not in bed. I'm getting out of the bed. Are you ready to go?" Tobias nodded and said,"Yeah. I've got my human disguise ready to be use later but what's with the mask you gave me?" Arcus said,"I have a feeling when you join the Sinnoh League once you're ready, you will be facing off Ash. But I want that to be a secret so that he won't recognize you easily." Tobias nodded and he left the room.(A/N: This is when all of you start imagining Sinnoh League Victors where Ash face off Tobias and his Darkrai and Latios.)
Breeze walked into the room and said,"Good luck at the League." Arcus smiled as he gave her a kiss and said,"Thanks for your encouragement, Breeze." She smiled and said,"As long as you'll be alright, I'm happy."
Angel soon waked in and said,"Hey Breeze. How are you?" Breeze smiled and said,"I'm fine. Angel, please be sure Arcus doesn't get hurt." Angel smiled and said,"I know. It will be bad if our mate loses his voice box." Arcus chuckled and said,"You girls are too caring. And here I thought I was suppose to be doing it."
The girls giggled and Angel said,"It is still your job to be caring. We are just worried that you'll accidentally get hurt."
Lucy came in again and said,"Arcus, Lily and Torch are ready. So who are you going to bring as substitution?" Arcus said,"I know some of the girls are tried so I've decided it to be Breeze, Ace and Moltres." Lucy said,"But if anyone sees you use Moltres, won't they get suspicious? But more importantly, Team Rocket is watching your battles."
Tobias cam in again and said,"I can handle that. Deoxys gave me a glove that disables and repairs machinery using an E.M.P wave. If you try to use Moltres, I'll just disable the cameras and then Team Rocket won't know a thing." Arcus nodded and said,"That's quite a brilliant idea. Good thinking, Tobias."
Arceus appeared and said,"Arcus, you should be going now." Arcus nodded and said,"Come on, Tobias. Let's go." Arceus said,"Remember Arcus, take care of Tobias and be sure not to do anything funny. Lucy told me about those toys and posters of you." Arcus laughed and said,"I promise."
He returned Breeze to her Universal ball and they headed out of the room.
Once they were all in the main room, Arcus returned Lily, Torch, Ace and Moltres to their Universal balls and said,"Dad, we'll be heading off now." Arceus nodded and he gave the two boys a nuzzle before saying,"Be careful, you two. You know that we'll be keeping watch from here." They nodded and went into the vortex that just appeared.
When they arrived on Earth, Tobias inhaled the fresh air and said,"Wow. Now I know why you love this place. The air smells fresh."
Arcus smiled and said,"Okay. We need to be in our human disguise now." The two quickly reverted into humans and Arcus returned Angel to her Universal ball.
Soon, a bus pulled over in front of them and a familiar face popped out of the bus. It was Charles Goodshow!
He smiled and said,"Arcus! Good to see you again!" Arcus said,"Good to see you too, Charles." He looked over to Tobias and said,"This must be your brother. Good to see you at last, Tobias."
Surprised, Tobias gave Arcus a look and he said,"Don't worry, Tobias. Charles knows about us and he has been keeping our secret for the entire year." Charles nodded and said,"Even so, people have been spreading rumors that I've seen you when you look like a Pokemon." Arcus sighed and said,"Humans...such mysterious creatures."
Charles then said,"It's a good thing you're here too. We need the flame of Moltres for the Pokemon League to start." Arcus nodded and Charles took out a torch and said,"The flame has to be lit here and then trainers who volunteered to be runners will have to run to the stadium and deliver the torch there."
Arcus nodded as he reverted into a Pokemon and his wings stretched out. The flames were then lit up on the torch and Arcus said,"Charles, for the flame to burn, I have to be close to it. If not, the flame will not burn long." Charles nodded and said,"Hop on the bus. There's enough space for us on top." Arcus nodded and he grabbed Tobias before they flew up to the top of the bus with Charles.
Charles said,"First, we have to reach the first runner and deliver the torch to him and then Officer Jenny will be escorting us to the stadium."
The trip to the first runner was actually quite relaxing for the three.
They enjoyed a scenery of the region on top of the bus and Tobias said,"Kanto region is quite beautiful. But I wonder how the other regions will be." Charles said,"Oh the other regions are just as beautiful as they can be. Each region has its own beauty. That's what makes it interesting to travel to each region."
When they reached the first runner and his Hitmonchan, Charles handed him the torch and he began running. Soon, Officer Jenny joined in to escort them in her motorcycle. Charles asked,"Arcus, are you sure you want to be like this?" Arcus nodded and said,"We made a deal and it was to have a surprise opening ceremony, remember?" Charles nodded and said,"Yeah, I remember it. At least you remembered that promise."
They soon heard a crowd of people started cheering below the bus.
Soon, the bus stopped ad they heard Officer Jenny's whistle. Next, they heard her say,"Only approve competitors are allowed to carry that flame." Arcus took a peek out and saw Ash in front of the runner and Jenny.
He smiled and said,"Charles, looks like a friend of my is eager to carry the flame." Charles said,"Then let me see him."
Then, they heard Ash said,"I am a competitor and I wasn't causing any trouble. Please, all I want to do is carry that torch." Officer Jenny said,"The rule is, you have to be approved."
Charles then got up and said,"Well, I say we bend the rule and give the lad a chance. The Pokemon League competition is all about spirit and it sounds like this youngster has spirit!" Ash asked,"Is that Santa Claus?" Charles fell off the bus after hearing that and Arcus revealed himself to them.
He jumped off the bus and asked,"Charles, are you alright?" Ash then exclaimed,"Arcus! It's good to see you!" Whispering were soon heard among the crowd and Arcus said,"It's good to see you too, Ash. But a bad time for me to show myself." Soon, Pokemon from the crowd emerged from their Pokeball and they all made their way towards Arcus.
Worried, Arcus quickly flew above them and said,"See what I mean? Being out in public like this is annoying when girls are always after you." Officer Jenny helped Charles up and said,"May I present Charles Goodshow, President of the Pokemon League." Misty said,"You sure don't look like a President." Ash asked,"What difference does it makes?"
Charles said,"Exactly correct. It's what one does and not what one looks like that important and I can see that you're endure. This whole competition is about spirit and we could use a spirited young man like you."
Arcus said,"Guys, not to be rude or anything, but can we get going? I'm getting crowded below me right now by a lot of girls." They shared a laugh and Ash quickly change into the uniform Charles gave him. Once he took the extra torch, the first runner transferred the flame over to Ash's torch and he said,"We're pretty lucky, aren't we, Pikachu? Just think, this flame came from Moltres."
Arcus said,"That flame was a gift that Moltres gave me so don't drop it or anything." Ash nodded and he began running while the others got on the top of the bus.
Once they were on the bus, Brock asked,"Hey Arcus, you said your brother will be here. Where is he?" Arcus said,"Turn around and see for yourself." As the two turned, they were face to face with Tobias.
Brock said,"Well, hi there. My name's Brock and I'm your brother's best friend." Tobias said,"Yes. He told me that you were the one that kept on flirting with our sister, Lucy." Brock laughed nervously and asked,"Did she say anything about me?" Tobias shook his head and said,"No. Lucy is too busy practicing her combination moves to even notice."
As Ash was still carrying the torch, they all soon heard a rumbling noise.
The ground soon gave way and the bus fell into a hole and even Officer Jenny fell in, leaving Ash and Pikachu on top. Ash quickly went over and Misty said,'Ash, get us out."
Not long, they soon heard the sound of three annoying voice announcing their motto. Tobias asked,"Arcus, are those your colleagues?" Arcus replied,"I wouldn't call them colleagues but more like idiots that I have to supervise sometimes."
Meowth soon jumped onto Ash's face and he used Fury Swipes, causing Ash to drop the torch. As Meowth took hold of the flame, it burnt him and it literally lit Meowth up on fire as he threw the torch.
Pikachu grabbed the torch and Meowth was still on fire as he exclaimed,"Help me out! Put me out!" James called out his Victreebel and it swallowed Meowth, causing itself to be caught on fire as Meowth took control of his legs and he started running around.
Ash sighed and said,"I'm going to regret this. Squirtle, use Water Gun!" He called out his Squirtle and he used his Water Gun attack to extinguish the flame.
Once the flame on Meowth and Victreebel was extinguish, Jessie said,"Listen twerp, Just because you and that Squirtle saved our lives, it doesn't mean we can't be mean." James said,"We're taking that flame!" Jessie continued,"I'm sure the famous flame from the mysterious Moltres will bring a very pretty prize." james said,"We can make a fortune from the blaze that pays."
Arcus flew out of the hole and said,"Not going to happen! I'm not letting you take the flame that belongs to my mate!"
James then lunged forward towards Pikachu to try and grab the torch but Pikachu tossed the torch away and he used his Thunderbolt attack to electrocute James. As the torch was still airborne, Ash and Jessie were racing towards it.
When both of them grabbed the torch, Jessie said,"Let go of it!" Ash replied,"Not on your life!" As they both continued to yank the torch out of one another's hand, Ash said,"The flame stands for everything in the Pokemon League and I'm not going to let you take it!" Squirtle soon jumped onto Jessie's face and he tried to pull her away.
Meowth then got onto Ash's back and said,"You're taking this torch stuff way too seriously. Come on, lighten up!" He then started tickling Ash and he lost his grip of the flame. Jessie managed to yank it out and she tossed Squirtle off her and said,"Well, you tried, kid. But you can't hold a candle to me."
As Ash chased after them, Arcs quickly ran over to the hole and he used his Confusion to lift everyone and every vehicle out of the hole.
Ash walked back to them and said,"I'm sorry. I've let them get away with the torch." Arcus laughed and Ash asked,"What's so funny?" Arcus replied,"Ash, the thing is, the flame from my Moltres will only continue to burn if I'm close to it. Since they're flying away with it, I'm far from the flame and it will be extinguish immediately."
Charles took out another torch and he handed it over to Arcus.
Arcus transferred some of the flames from his wings to the torch and said,"Now just keep this one going. I don't want to waste Moltres's efforts." Ash nodded and he continued his run as Arcus flew back to the top of the bus.
During the run, Ash had to pass the flame over to Misty and Togepi, who then ran a couple more kilometers before it came over to Brock and Vulpix, who continued the last stretch over to the stadium.
Once they caught sight of the stadium, Arcus said,"Ah, the empty stadium where it will be flooded with people tomorrow all wanting to see the surprise opening ceremony." Misty asked,"So what's the surprise?" Arcus smiled and simply said,"Me."
They approached the end of the run where hundred of people have gathered to witness the torch being pass to Charles.
As Brock handed the torch over to Charles, he said,"Thank you, Brock. I trust that you will all be at the opening ceremony tomorrow." Ash, Brock and Misty replied in unison,"Yes!" Sounds of applause were soon heard and Arcus smiled and said,"See Tobias? Humans can get interesting once in a while." Tobias nodded and said,"Yeah. I can't wait to see your first battle. Who will you choose first?" Arcus replied,"Obviously I will choose Torch first."
Once the crowd started dispersing, Charles said,"Arcus, Tobias, you two will be provided a room and it's close to the stadium. The registration is opened for you as well." Arcus nodded as he reverted into a human and they followed Charles.
When they reached the registration counter, Charles said,"Hello there, my friend would like to register now." The woman by the counter said,"No problem. Just placed your Pokedex here and you will be registered." Arcus handed her his glove and said,"My dad programmed my Pokedex data into this glove. Does it count?" The woman nodded and she activated Sam and he showed a hologram of Arcus's human face.
She asked,"Is this your first time at the Pokemon League?" Arcus nodded and she registered his name into the computer before she said,"Well, you're ready to go, Aaron. Your first stadium will be the Grass field." Arcus nodded and they left.
Tobias asked,"Arcus, why did she called you Aaron?" Arcus replied,"Because Aaron is my human name. It will raise suspicion if I used Arcus but your name is perfect to use." Charles said,"I'll see you two at the opening ceremony."
When they got to their room, Arcus called out Angel, Lily and Torch.
Arcus said,"Girls, tomorrow will be the day where we have our first battle in the Pokemon League. Be sure to do your best and I'm sure we will win." The girls nodded and Arcus turned back to Tobias and asked,"Tobias, how are your Pokemon?"
Tobias replied,"Darkrai is becoming unstoppable now, Latios is my second Pokemon, Grovyle is my third and Gible evolved into Gabite." Arcus smiled and said,"Your Pokemon sounds stronger too. You must really put a lot of training to make Darkrai unstoppable." Tobias nodded and he went to bed.
Arcus gave each of the girls a kiss and said,"Wake me up early tomorrow. I'm needed at the opening." Angel nodded as they all fell asleep.
The next morning, Arcus was woken up by Angel's nuzzle and he said,"Thanks."
He got up and said,"Tobias, wake up. You'll have to be in your seat at the stadium in two hours." Tobias nodded as he stretched his arms. Arcus returned the girls to their Universal balls and he headed out of the room.
Once he was out, he saw that no one was up yet so he reverted into a Pokemon and he flew into the stadium.
He spotted Charles and he flew all the way down to his side. Charles said,"Arcus, I need the central flame to be lit up before the ceremony can start." Arcus nodded as he transferred some of the flame over to the torch.
Charles said,"Thanks. So later, you will be performing some of your moves for the crowd as the surprise." Arcus nodded and said,"First, I'll start off by flying into the stadium using Flare Blitz and then I'll create a fire tornado by swirling around the middle of the stadium and I finish off with a Hydro Pump to extinguish the fire and create a one of a kind experience." Charles nodded and said,"Yep."
Arcus flew up to the top of the stadium where he saw the entire view of the place. He smiled and said,"I wish everyday will have this kind of view."
A few hours later, crowds of people gathered to their seats around the stadium and Arcus spotted Tobias sitting next to Charles, Misty and Brock.
An announcer soon said,"The opening ceremony of the Pokemon League competition is underway! This is where the top Pokemon trainers and their Pokemon come to prove their skill, their strength and their spirit. These hopeful competitors will battle each other as they strive all the way to excellence and victory they will need to enter the ranks of Pokemon masters! And here they come! The competitors are proudly entering the stadium. Each having prove their worthiness by earning a minimum of eight Gym Badges."
Arcus smiled at the sight of all the trainers as they entered the stadium proudly, all except Ash and Pikachu who were both nervous.
The announcer continued,"Now, the trainer bearing the flame of Moltres has entered the stadium to the official lighting of the central torch which will burn throughout the Pokemon League competition."
Once the trainer reached the top, the announcer said,"This is a surprise. It looks like two robe figures representing the League are about to accept the flame." Arcus growled and said,"Those two aren't representatives of the League."
To his luck, Ash and Pikachu ran up to stop the trainer but it was too late, the two figures, Jessie and James, yanked it out of her hand and they removed their disguises.
Ash exclaimed,"Do the three of you have to ruin everything?" Meowth appeared and said,'Maybe not anything, but we try to do what we can." Jessie said,"Cool it kid. There's no reason for you to get all fired up over an old flame."
Arcus growled louder and he said,"Old flame?! Moltres's flame means everything to me! She'll regret saying that!"Just as he was about to fly down there, he three agents had lit the central torch and they got in their latest machine, a giant Metapod-like robot.
They took hold of the central torch and placed it on their robot's back as they started rampaging around the stadium as James exclaimed,"Let the games begin!"
They managed to corner Ash and Pikachu and Ash called out his Bulbasaur. Ash then said,"Bulbasaur, Razor Leaf attack!" Bulbasaur started launching out leaves at the robot but instead, the three agents used the flame to burn the leaves and the flame got bigger.
As they advanced towards Ash, Arcus heard Brock said,"Ash! Run for it!" Ash refused to move and he said,"No way! Not from here. I came here to compete in the Pokemon League and now you're trying to wreck this competition and everything the League stands for! Well, I'm not going to let you do it! Take your best shot!" Arcus smiled and said,"You've got guts, Ash."
The three agents prepared themselves as they wee about to burn Ash with the flame and Arcus said,"Flare Blitz!" He was soon engulfed in flames as he dove into the stadium at the same time as the three blasted the flame at Ash.
Just in time, Arcus stopped in front of Ash and he flared out his wings, absorbing the flame.
Ash looked up and exclaimed,"Arcus! You saved me!" Arcus nodded and he the entire stadium was filled with whispers and mumbling everywhere as Arcus absorbed the last of the flame.
When he was sure the flame was fully absorbed, he looked straight at the robot and exclaimed,"Now let me teach you a lesson about the Pokemon League!" He could sense the fear rising from the three agents as he yelled,"Flare Blitz!" Flames engulfed him in mere seconds as he flew around the robot multiple times, creating a giant fire tornado that engulfed the robot.
Once Arcus landed right in front of the robot, he whispered,"Moltres, your time to shine is here. Confusion!" His eyes glowed brightly as the flames were covered in a blue aura.
Arcus guided the flames away from the robot and it formed a silhouette of Moltres, surprising everyone. Arcus then guided the flame towards the robot and it sliced the robot, causing an explosion that sent the three flying into the sky as they exclaimed their signature blasting off phrase.
The central torch landed back where it was and Arcus guided the flame back into it, relighting the torch.
The announcer then said,"Ladies and gentlemen, I don't believe it! The Legendary Pokemon, Arcus, has saved the opening ceremony by creating the fire into a silhouette of Moltres and displaying a beautiful flight pattern before destroying the robot!" Round of applause and cheers were soon heard as Arcus waved to the crowd before Ash walked up to him and said,"Arcus, thanks so much for saving me."
Arcus smiled and said,"The flame would have never hurt you anyway. I just wanted to give the crowd a Plan B surprise opening ceremony which was me creating a silhouette of my dear Moltres and I also wanted to get revenge on Jessie for calling Moltres's flame old. I'll see you at the registration counter later." Arcus was then engulfed in flames again as he flew out of the stadium.
A/N: Wow. What a way to end this chapter. Hope you enjoyed this. The next chapter will be up either later or maybe next week because I can't use the computer on weekends. Please review and criticism is allowed. Feel free to leave a PM for me and don't forget to Favorite/Follow this story if you want to and even better, Add me to your Favorite Author lists and/or Following list.
