It's been 3 years since Ash left Unova or seen his friends. He spent all that time training and now he's ready to start again. As he starts his journey to conquer the Pokemon Leagues he finds meets an old friend who has a favour to ask.

After beating a Legendary but then losing to his old Rival, Ash decides it's time to get serious & grow up. After a break to train & prep himself & his Pokemon, he's set his sights on finally winning a League. Get ready Sinnoh because here comes Ash Ketchum! Sure, he didn't expect to be another girl's mentor, but maybe it won't be so bad... Pearlshipping; Smarter & more mature Ash.

Dawn has parted ways with Ash and Brock, but with feelings left unsaid, how will it effect their next journey? With Ash's Aura awakening, and an apocalyptic disaster about to befall the Unova Region, they find themselves in the center of it all, and it will change their lives forever... Pearlshipping! Rated M for adult themes. Dark Epic. Sequel posted.