Hoenn Part 3
Ash admires his Stone Badge in his hand, he asks, "Reisa, do you know where is the next gym is?"
"Well..." Before Reisa can answer, Max beats her up to it, "The next Gym is on Dewford Island according to the PokeNav."
"Well, there are two hours before the next ferry, so what should we do in the meantime?" Mark asks.
"Why don't we go check out the stores here?" May says.
"Then let me check the nearest store..." Max says, but he accidentally slips his juice onto his Poke Nav, which causes the breakdown of the device.
"Oh no! I broke my device...what should I do?" Max says in panic.
The others are sharing the same worry, but then Ash says, "Wait a second, the Devon Corp. is here."
Reisa says, "You're right! We can ask them for help."
When they arrive at the building, they are marveling at how big it is. Just then, they hear someone calling them. "Ash? Reisa? Mark? Minami?"
They see Radium standing there and Reisa says, "Hey Radium, how are you?"
"Good, helping my Grandfather with this place. So what brings you here?"
Ash shows her the badge, "I just got my gym badge here in Rustboro City."
"I see, still following your dream, huh?" Radium smiles.
"Oh, by the way, this is May and Max." Minami says. "They are our friends. May, Max, this is Radium Stone, she is our cousin."
"It is nice to meet you." May says as well as Max.
As Max arrives at the reception desk, the woman first tells them that they don't handle repairs.
"Excuse me, can you let me check it?" Just then, a man walks towards Max and examines it. "I see, so it is spilled by drinks, huh?"
"Grandpa!" Radium and the others also see him as the man known as Mr. Stone says, "Oh my, Ash, Reisa, Mark, Minami. It has been a while."
"Same here." Ash says.
He leads Ash and his friends to a laboratory. Inside he tells the researchers to not to let Kennedy know they are here, and then asks them to repair the PokéNav.
"You see, I like to get out of my office and wander around the city, so that I can get inspiration for new devices." Mr. Stone says.
"Yeah, some of the devices are made by these, right?" Reisa asks.
"Of course, like this Fossil restoration device." Radium shows them. "When I put this Root Fossil and the Claw Fossil inside..."
As she shows them the device, then two Pokemon come out. "Wow, an Anorith and a Lileep!"
"Indeed." Radium says, "Ash, why don't you take care of them, considering the reward for your progress."
"Thanks." Ash says as he captures the two Pokemon.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.94 Lileep: The Sea Lily Pokemon: Rock and Grass Type. It disguises itself as seaweed by making its tentacles sway. Unsuspecting prey that come too close are swallowed whole. It became extinct 100 million years ago.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.96 Anorith: The Old Shrimp Pokemon: Rock and Bug Type. It was resurrected from a fossil using the power of science. It swims by undulating the eight wings at its sides. They were feet that adapted to life in the sea.
Meanwhile, one of the scientists takes several vials of the Creation Fluid. The President immediately notices the unfamiliar employee and everyone decides to follow him.
"That guy is suspicious." Mr. Stone says. "In fact, I don't think I have seen him before."
Back in the corridors, the scientist looks around sneakily, before going through a door. Everyone decides to follow. While following the thief up some metal stairs outside, Max slips and hurts himself, alerting the thief to their presence, making him run away.
"He is getting away!" Radium says.
The President quickly contacts his assistant Kennedy with the latest on the suspected intruder. The thief runs out onto the roof, but he is confronted by Kennedy the others. They also block of the connecting stairwell.
"Those are the Creation Fluid, give them back to us!" President says.
However, the intruder isn't prepared to give them up and he calls out his Crawdaunt. "Bubble Beam!" He yells, but then Radium immediately uses Protect to protect them.
"Wait, you can use Pokemon Moves as well?" Max is surprised.
"Talk later." Radium says as she glows again, then Ancient Power is used and then Crawdaunt is fainted. The thief reaches into a waiting box and grabs a rocket propelled glider stowed inside. But with Pikachu's Thunderbolt, the thief is hit by the attack and drops the vials. Max caught them before it breaks.
"That member must be from Team Aqua judging by the Crawdaunt..." Minami says.
"Not to mention that they did ambush a scientist back in Petalburg Woods." Ash says.
Mr. Stone thanks them for their help as he invites them for dinner. Before leaving the Cooperation, Mr. Stone says, "Since you are heading to Dewford Town, can you help me send this letter to my son?"
"You mean Uncle Steven? Of course we will." Ash says.
"Good, and remember to say Hi to Dad for me." Radium says as they bid farewell.
As Ash and his friends miss the ship, they meet an old man called Mr. Briney. He at first offers them to take them to Dewford Town, but when they go to his house the next day, he rejects, since his Wingull, Peeko is captured by Team Aqua Grunt from before and he is threatened.
The Team Aqua grunt and Mr. Briney are preparing to board the boat when they hear people calling Mr. Briney's name. Ash and friends are banging on the door, but then Max notices the dock around the back of the house. The Team Aqua Grunt sends Crawdaunt to block their way. Pikachu and Crawdaunt charge forward, but Crawdaunt hit Pikachu back using Crabhammer. The grunt takes the opportunity to jump in Mr. Briney's boat, along with Crawdaunt and Peeko, and takes off.
"No doubt he is going to meet others." Minami says.
"But without a boat, how are we going to chase him?" Max asks.
"I remember I have another boat." Mr. Briney says.
He pulls a lever in his boat storage room, and all the water drains away, revealing a high tech boat shaped like a Wingull, they take off to follow the grunt
"This boat looks cool." Reisa says.
"Thanks, kid. I built it when I am inspired to sail again after I retired."
The grunt is headed toward the rendezvous point, but he sees the Wingull boat behind him and speeds up. They realize that he's going to meet up with the other Team Aqua members at Triangle Rock up ahead, so Ash and Sylveon go on deck to try to stop him. Crawdaunt uses Water Pulse and sends the boat flying, then uses BubbleBeam on the water in front of it, causing a huge wave that crashes on top of the boat. The boat doesn't suffer any damage, but the grunt is almost to Triangle Rock and he's going so fast, he's going to crash into it. Ash has Sylveon use Moonblast to destroy the rock, but a lot of it still remains. Mr. Briney makes a sharp turn and cuts in front of the other boat, angling the Wingull boat so that it serves as a ramp and the other boat is launched over the rock. He jumps into the water and swims out and grabs Peeko. Just then, a massive Team Aqua submarine surfaces and the grunt they were chasing goes inside.
"They got away… man…" Ash whines.
"It is fine, Ash. As long as we saved Peeko." Mark assures him.
That night, back at Mr. Briney's house, Ash and friends realize they haven't eaten since breakfast. May is still sad about the pasta she wants to eat but doesn't open, it turns out that the pasta restaurant was owned by Mr. Briney's best friend, so he calls him up and asks him to make them some of his pasta for dinner. The next day, they all board the Wingull boat and set out for Dewford Island.
It's a bright, sunny day as Ash and his friends travel with Mr. Briney toward Dewford Island. They decide to let their Pokémon out to enjoy the day too.
"How about we take a swim?" Reisa asks, "As a Water Type user and also a Water Type Pokemon, it will be better for me."
"That is a great idea." Ash says. "We can also have fun as well."
Mr. Briney nods and they change course and head for an island shaped like a crescent moon.
They takes out their swimsuits and swim in the ocean, until the are ambushed by a group of Sharpedo. Ash and Reisa tell them that they mean no harm at chase them away, but the leader doesn't move as he is hurt.
"Hey, are you alright?" Ash and Reisa swim towards him and see him poisoned. "Here let me help you." Ash uses Heal Pulse to heal the Sharpedo, Reisa then asks, "How come you are poisoned in the first place?"
"I got attacked by a group who used Seviper to attack us. Our group mistaken you as those bad guys, so we wanted to chase you out."
Ash says, "I see."
Then they meet Team Rocket again, they tries to grab Pikachu and Sylveon, the other Sharpedo free them.
"It was them who attack us." Sharpedo says.
"Why am I not surprised." Ash sighs.
The trio is blasting off after a series of Headbutt making the submarine explode. Then the Sharpedo swim away except for one and the leader. The leader wants to join Ash and the other one wants to join Reisa.
"Welcome to the team, Sharpedo." Ash tries to hug him, only to be hit by Rough Skin. Reisa laughs a little and says, "Watch out for the Rough Skin, it is rough after all."
Hoenn Dex Entry No.77 Carvanha: The Savage Pokemon: Water and Dark Type. Carvanha attack ships in swarms, making them sink. Although it is said to be a very vicious Pokémon, it timidly flees as soon as it finds itself alone.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.78 Sharpedo: The Brutal Pokemon: Water and Dark Type. Evolved from Carvanha at LV:30. The vicious and sly gangster of the sea. Its skin is specially textured to minimize drag in water. Its speed tops out at over 75 mph per hour.
When they arrive at Dewford Town, Mr. Briney says that he should go to Slateport City and leaves the group. Reisa says, "Mark, since you have been here last year. Do you know the gym leader?"
"Of course. Brawly and I are friends since our last encounter. When I battle him, his Makuhita also evolve into Hariyama when we are training."
"Cool." Ash says.
When they arrive at the gym, they find that Brawly isn't at the gym. Sadden about the face that they can't have a gym battle, they decide to go train.
During the training, May and Team Rocket switch their Wurmple, but after getting them back, the two Wurmples and Ash's evolve into a Silcoon and two Cascoon, while Jessie doesn't want to face the truth that hers is a Cascoon. Reisa also fishes out a Corphish and captures it during the mess.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.17 Cascoon: The Cocoon Pokemon: Bug Type. Evolved from Wurmple at LV:7 in random. To avoid detection by its enemies, it hides motionlessly beneath large leaves and in the gaps of branches. It also attaches dead leaves to its body for camouflage.
"We are here, Granite Cave." Ash says.
"I wonder what Pokemon we will catch there." Mark says.
"But it looks dark…" May says.
When they get inside, they are ambushed by Nosepass, Aron, Mawile and even Makuhita. Ash and the gang manage to capture some of them. Ash captures all four of the Pokemon, while Mark captures a Makuhita and Minami captures a Mawile.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.48 Nosepass: The Compass Pokemon: Rock Type. Its body emits a powerful magnetism. It feeds on prey that is pulled in by the force. Its magnetism is stronger in cold seasons.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.53 Aron: The Iron Armor Pokemon: Steel and Rock Type. A Pokémon that is clad in steel armor. A new suit of armor is made when it evolves. The old, discarded armor is salvaged as metal for making iron products.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.52 Mawile: The Deceiver Pokemon: Steel and Fairy Type. Its giant jaws are actually steel horns that transformed. It fools foes into complacency with its adorable gestures, then chomps them with its huge jaws.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.45 Makuhita: The Guts Pokemon: Fighting Type. It loves to toughen up its body above all else. If you hear quaking rumbles in a cave, it is the sound of Makuhita undertaking strenuous training.
Once the Pokemon are captured, they manage to break through the cave and find Steven.
"Uncle Steven! We finally find you." Ash says.
"Oh my, Ash, Reisa, Mark and Minami. Nice to see you three again."
"Same here. Your father wanted us to give you this." Ash takes the letter to him.
"Why thank you." Steven says as he takes the letter.
Max says, "Wow, I can't believe the Hoenn Champion is in front of my eyes."
May laughs, "Max, you are overreacting."
Steven says, "About that, I lost my title a year ago."
Minami says, "What?! But you have a mega Metagross! Who beats you?"
Steven laughs, "Well, the Stootopolis Gym Leader, Wallace beat me."
"Wait, Dad is the new Champion of Hoenn?" Reisa gasps.
"Looks like you are now a child of both Champions." Minami says.
"I didn't know Dad is that strong...to be able to beat you..." Reisa says.
"Well, I guess sometimes Ketchum members are stronger." Steven laughs a little.
Ash then asks if he can have a battle with him, he agrees and sends out his Metagross.
"Steelix, I choose you!" Ash sends out his Shiny Steelix.
"That is a rare color you have."
"Thanks. My brother asks Jasmine to give me this boy."
Both of them mega evolve their Pokemon and battle. Metagross uses Hammer Arm while Steelix use Dig to dodge, then coming out and use Bite, which is super effective. Then Metagross uses Meteor Mash, Steelix counters with Iron Tail. Then Steelix finishes it off using Fissure.
"Ash really beat Steven…" Max says in shock.
"Is this the power of Champions…" May says.
Steven recalls his Metagross and says, "Well done, Ash. I can see why you are a Champion. How about I show you something, follow me."
They follow Steven to the bottom part, they see a lot of mega stones.
"Wow, Mega stones are everywhere." Max says.
"Yes. I recently found this place, so I often contact Professor Sycamore to study any one of them. Ash, how about you guys pick what you like."
Ash thanks him as they all pick the mega stones for their Pokemon. But Team Rocket tries to steal the stones, Ash sends out Mawile while Steven sends out Aggron.
"Mawile, this will be our first time mega evolve."
Mawile nods as they mega evolve the Pokemon. Team Rocket is easily blasting off after being hit by the Flash Cannon Mawile and Aggron fire.
After sending Team Rocket flying, the group says farewell to Steven as they go to explore the island.
At the beach, they meet a problem causing by a Pokemon who hides in the sand. They fish the culprit out which turns out to be a Corphish. Ash captures the Corphish using Treecko.
"Corphish, welcome to the team." Ash offers his hand, Corphish shakes his and ends up tossing Ash in the process.
Hoenn Dex Entry No.90 Corphish: The Ruffian Pokemon: Water Type. Once it grips prey with its large pincers, it will never let go, no matter what. It is a hardy Pokémon that can thrive in any environment.
This chapter will be ended here. Most of you have guess who the mystery girl in the chapter is. The next chapter will be the Devon Corp and Steven. And for the reviews, I am pretty sure that Wynaut's entry is in Johto Chapter 25.
Ash's Current Pokemon:
Butterfree, Pikachu, Lapras x2, Mewtwo, Mew, Meganium, Marill, Espeon, Steelix, Mantine, Ho-Oh, Celebi, Treecko, Torchic, Mightyena, Zigzagoon, Wurmple, Beautifly, Lotad, Taillow, Ralts x2, Shroomish, Makuhita, Nosepass, Mawile, Aron, Shapedo, Corphish, Lileep, Anorith, Relicanth, Latias, Latios, Sylveon
In Home or with Lillie:
Venusaur, Blastoise, Pidgeot, Raticate, Fearow, Arbok, Raichu, Sandslash, Nidoqueen, Nidoking, Clefable, Vileplume, Venomoth, Dugtrio, Persian, Golduck, Primeape, Poliwrath, Alakazam, Machamp, Victreebel, Tentacruel, Golem, Rapidash, Slowbro, Magneton, Farfetch'd, Dodrio, Muk, Cloyster, Gengar, Hypno, Kingler, Electrode, Exeggutor, Marowak, Hitmonlee, Hitmonchan, Weezing, Rhyperior, Kangaskhan, Seaking, Starmie, Mr. Mime, Jynx, Pinsir, Tauros, Gyarados, Ditto, Omastar, Kabutops, Aerodactyl, Snorlax, Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres, Dragonite, Typhlosion, Feraligatr, Furret, Noctowl, Ledian, Ariados, Lanturn, Xatu, Ampharos, Bellossom, Sudowoodo, Politoed, Jumpluff, Sunflora, Umbreon, Slowking, Unown x28, Wobbuffet, Girafarig, Forretress, Granbull, Scizor, Shuckle, Heracross, Ursaring, Magcargo, Corsola, Octillery, Delibird, Skarmory, Houndoom, Kingdra, Donphan, Stantler, Smeargle, Miltank, Raikou, Entei, Suicune, Larvitar, Tyranitar, Lugia, Honchkrow, Weavile, Lickilicky, Yanmega, Porygon-Z,
In training: Charizard, Charla
Reisa's Current Pokemon:
Feraligatr, Quagsire, Azumarill, Slowking, Blastoise, Politoed, Omastar, Kabutops, Seaking, Octillery, Starmie, Tentacruel, Gyarados, Lanturn, Corsola, Lapras, Mudkip, Relicanth, Lotad, Sharpedo, Corphish
May's Current Pokemon:
Torchic
Mark's Current Pokemon:
Blaziken, Lucario, Shroomish
Minami's Current Pokemon:
Primarina, Carbink