Chapter 36: Goopool Swamp Part 2
As they are going deeper, they see a Pokemon using fungus to gather itself. And Ash says, "Why is there a lot of crazy Pokemon inside this swamp?"
Delia giggles, "Well, because this place is spooky and mysterious of course. But that is a Slibloo."
Ash then sends out Wraphro, due to its Mummy Ability that it makes Slibloo a ghost type, and then its evolution causes it to learn a move called Phantom Grip, which holds the Pokemon so Ash can captures him.
Pharobe: The Mummy Pokemon: Ghost Type. Evolved from Wraphro at LV:32. Pharobe were once the servants to Ancient Rikotoan desert kings and queens, now they are regarded as the kings of the pyramids.
Slibloo: The Congregate Pokemon: Poison Type. Slibloo are said to be a collective being of fungus gathered together. Even if it is struck apart, it can reform with much ease.
"You know, Pharobe is one of my favorite Pokemon." Gina says. "And believe me, it is really helpful as they were really once servants."
"I see." Ash says. Then as they move forward, the water becomes clean as Ash says, "Strange, how come this area is so clean?"
Alice says, "I guess it must be the work of that Pokemon." They see that a Pokemon which looks like a Kappa up ahead.
"That's a Kapplash. It can bring clean water." Delia says.
Ash tries to use Roobeo to battle, but Gina tells them that it is a Water and Psychic Type, which has a high disadvantage over Roobeo.
"Don't worry. I don't care about type advantages." Ash says as they are shocked to learn that Ash's can learn Grass Knot and also Payback. It defetas the Kapplash and also evolves into a bigger Kangaroo Pokemon.
Roobeop: The Kickboxing Pokemon: Fighting and Ground Type. Evolved from Roobeo at LV:32. Kickboxing masters among Fighting-type Pokémon, Roobeop wander Rikoto searching for an appropriate Roobeo to train as their apprentice.
Kapplash: The Kappa Pokemon: Water and Psychic Type. Once thought to be malicious river demons, Kapplash are in fact benevolent Pokémon who bring along clean water. Many people offer them cucumbers as praises.
"You know, Mother, I am curious how he won the Alola League..." Gina says after the battle.
"Well, he likes to think out of the boxes, just like Red..." Delia frowns again.
Then Gina suggests that they go to fish some food. But Ash fishes out a Pokemon that only has bones. "What is this fish?"
"Oh, that's a Skeledeep. I don't think you can eat it." Gina says. "They are ghosts possess the bones."
Ash decides to capture the Pokemon, he tosses the Lure Ball and it is a success.
Skeledeep: The Fishbone Pokemon: Water and Ghost Type. Skeledeep are mainly found in deep water, occasionally surfacing. As such, the few times they have been spotted people have been mistaking them as human skeletons.
But they still manage to fish out other Pokemon and use them as food, but once they are back to their table, they find it a mess.
"Ash, did you do this?" Alice asks.
"No, I was fishing with you guys..." Ash says.
"I think it must be the culprit." Gina points at a Pokemon that looks like a troll, who is laughing on the ground. Ash tries to teach it a lesson, as he uses Skrabble to battle. In the end, the Pokemon has taught his lesson and Skrabble also evolves.
Jeweltal: The Scarab Pokemon: Bug and Rock Type. Evolved from Skrabble at LV:32. Ancient Rikotoan Desert Pharaohs would train Jeweltal to sit atop their crown. This both displayed their nobility and protected them from would-be assassins.
Trollow: The Troll Pokemon: Dark and Fairy Type. Trollow often sneaks into human residences and move objects around, then hide in a corner to watch as the owners expresses confusion on the state in their houses.
"So it was his nature...I am glad that we stop him." Ash says.
Then they all have dinner, after it is done, Gina says, "Why don't we go to my house, it is located near the graveyard."
"Why did you live there? What if there are Ghosts to haunt us?" Alice asks.
"Don't worry, with me they are friendly." Gina says as they go into the Spooky Cavern.
But as they go inside the house, they see that there are a lot of Napkid and Skreech. Gina tells them they are no harm and thus they become friends. Ash also befriends a Skreech as the Pokemon wants to travel with him.
Skreech: The Banshee Pokemon: Ghost Type. Skreech's cry is so loud that it can shatter windows. They will often cry until they get what they want.
"Where is Mother?" Ash asks.
"Oh, she maybe outside." Gina says. "Since the true reason I stayed at this place is because every day, Dad's soul will visit here and he will talk to us every often."
Ash widens his eyes as he rushes out with Alice, Pikachu, Gina, and the ghost Pokemon chasing him. Then they see Delia talking to a spirit. Delia says, "Here he is, Ash. Come here and meet your father."
Ash rushes to the grave and Red has the expression of sadness and joy when he sees his son. "Ash..."
Ash says, "Dad, is that you?" He starts to form tears. "Why did you have to go? I missed you..."
"I missed you as well. If only I was more careful...you didn't need to suffer." Red says, then he floats to Alice, "You are Alice, right, it is good to see Valerie and Wulfric's daughter become this beautiful."
"I am really flattered, Mr. Ketchum..." Alice says.
Ash says, "Dad, I have so much to tell you...Team Rocket is gone, you can rest in peace..."
"I have heard of it, thank you. Ash. For revenging me." Red smiles. "You really have a pure heart... I am proud of what you have become, but the only shame is that I wasn't there to see it."
"I know." Ash sighs.
Red looks at Delia, who nods back to him, then he says, "Ash, can you do me a favor?"
"Anything, Dad. What can I do for you?" Ash asks.
"I have three Pokemon that I need you to take care of. Promise me that you can take care of them." Red says as three gravestones break and three Dusk Balls emerge from it.
"I will, Dad." Ash says with a nod.
Delia looks at the sky, it is a full moon. She smiles, "This is the 150th Full Moon after you perished... Red, the time has come."
Red nods and says, "Thank you, Delia."
Ash, Alice and Gina are confused, but what Delia is doing really shocks their mind. Delia changes back into an Arceus and then she roars, and then an empty shell of Arceus appears and Red goes into it. Once it is done, Red turns back into a human as well as Delia.
"Dad?" Ash gasps as he can't believe what he is seeing. The same goes for Gina and Alice. "You're...alive again..."
Red smiles and he gives him a hug. Delia and Gina also join in as they share a family group hug. After the hug, Delia says, "I did it...I finally revived you..."
"Thank you, Delia." Red gives her a kiss, causing her to blush a little. Gina asks, "But how?"
Delia says, "Well, I haven't do it before...but back in the Hall of Origin, I found a record that tells me how to revive a dead person into a Pokemon like me. I found that in order to become an Arceus, I have to put the gravestone in a place where no one is able to get close, which is this place, and let it shine under the full moon. Different Pokemon as different times. But Arceus is the longest as it needs 150 Full Moons."
Red says, "So I stayed here for 150 months and I am glad that my waiting has been paid off. Gina, thank you for accompany me in these months."
Gina says, "It is no problem. I can't wait to tell this news to Elena, Wade, Mark and Insey."
Red is confused. "Who is Mark and Insey?"
Delia says, "They are my adopted children, since they have some terrible experience."
"I see." Red says. Then he turns to Ash, "Why don't you open the gifts I give you?"
Ash nods as he opens it, then three Ghost Pokemon emerges from the balls.
Scrow: The Scarecrow Pokemon: Ghost and Grass Type. Legends say that Scrow are abandoned scarecrows inhabited by lost souls. They have found their new purpose in protecting crops from bird Pokémon.
Gaslit: The Will-o-Wisp Pokemon: Ghost and Fire Type. Gaslit are said to be the spirits of those who perished in fires. Their burning body can shine so bright that it can blind foes.
Dozand: The Sandman Pokemon: Ghost and Ground Type. While Dozand look and act as if they are awake, they are actually in permanent sleep. They are able to navigate in the real world while only seeing their dreams.
"Well, that is so cool. Thanks, Dad." Ash says.
"It is no big deal." Red smiles as they return into the cabin.
The next day, the group finally leave the Goopool Swamp and they go to the Route 10. Alice sighs, "At least, there is the ocean again."
Gina says, "Route 10 is full of ocean. I am sure that you will like it."
Ash asks, "So Dad, what are you going to do?"
Red says, "Delia and I will be going back to our castle first, then we will catch up to you in the Coralite Town, how is that sound?"
Ash says, "Sure. Dad, Mom I will see you soon." Then the couple leave the place as Ash, Alice and Gina prepare their surfboards.
Surprise, I decide to make Ash's father revived in the end. And you didn't see that coming, right? But anyways. I hope you like this chapter.