Ash Ketchum never did things by half. If he wasn't getting his preferred starter, he'd take the battlehungry ekans over any other.

Ash Ketchum is on a journey to become a Pokémon Master. With a spirited Bulbasaur by his side, he might be able to do it. But with tall hurdles in his path, and stumbling blocks, will Ash become a legend, or will he become like any other ordinary trainer in the world?

The Gym Leaders. The Elite Four. The Champions. Those were the trainers that were considered to be at the almost unreachable peak of pokemon training. Ash Ketchum begged to differ for he only had one ambition, one goal: to surpass them all. And he would take his first step by starting his journey with a rather determined and prideful charmander. Smart & eventually strong Ash. AU.

Ash Ketchum's main ambition in life was to carry out his father's selfless legacy and make a name for himself. However, fate decides to throw a wrench in his plans when he receives a Vulpix as white as snow, changing his life forever.

Five years before Ash was born the Kanto Region completely reformed the Indigo League, looking to stop the propensity for pokemon abandonment and abuse. Today Ash's adventure begins.

Ash Ketchum has been determined to become the best since he was a toddler. He has his eyes set on a charmander, but a twist of fate led him to the humble Nidoran. Note: Mix between anime and the games.

Ash sets off on his journey to be a Pokemon Master with his starter Charmander and a mischievous Pichu. Together, they battle countless enemies and add to their powerful family. But there are many dark secrets residing in the shadows, and some of them are deadly. Ash and his team must grow strong to survive- because there's no guarantee they'll make it through the challenges ahead.

Ash Ketchum started his journey like every other trainer. He received his starter from the closest gym leader, started challenging gyms, and dreamed of winning the Indigo League. But he rises above the rest - just as Team Rocket does.