Twas the night before the finals and all around the city. Everything was lit up and looking very pretty. Many were curled up, resting in bed. In dreams of an epic final battle filling their head. Why am I speaking like a nursery rhyme? Don't mean to to...just happens from time to time. Ok, now I'm getting off track. Back to the story. Anyways, while everyone else was fast asleep, I was talking to the pokemon I were going to use tomorrow. Earlier, Ash was reunited with Goodra so our match would be an epic seven on seven showdown. Thinking back of when Ash and I had our first major battle, I originally used 4: Krookodile, Espeon, Lycanroc, and Sino. Then, it was tricky to decide the other three, but then, I remembered our training sessions and I came up with the others. Violet, since she's been there for me since day one, plus, she can have a chance at Raichu if Krookodile doesn't knock it out first. Dragonite, for a face off with Noivern and Goodra, depending on the scenario. Finally, to give Ash a real challenge, Lucario, which can give his Druddigon and Goodra a run for their money. They were all with me as I say,"Guys, tomorrow is it. This is the battle we've been waiting for ever since we met Ash and all of his friends, including Serena. Last time I battled Ash before now, he took out half my team before I defeated him. He's definitely gotten stronger and will be a real challenge. However, we've gotten stronger too. We're all going to give everything we got. We're going to put all of our experiences, lessons, and battle tactics out on the field and give Ash the greatest battle he's ever had and the greatest match the Kalos League has ever seen. If we end up getting defeated, I don't want you guys to feel like you disappointed me. I'm already very proud of you guys for helping me get this far."
Everyone was cheering and smiling before I continued with,"What I do want is for all of you to give it everything you got. Show everyone what it means to be the best and why we made it here in the first place!! We'll all do our part and make magic...together," before I put my hand in with the group. They all joined in with their paws as we raised them, ready for the final face off. I hope you're ready Ketchum because I won't go down without a fight. I just hope you and your team feel the exact way. Soon, the morning came and we were all set for the battle. Ash was prepared as we both made it to our respective sides of the field. Meanwhile, the announcer was saying,"It's finally time for the last battle of the Kalos League!! Our two finalists, Ash Ketchum of Pallet Town and Kalos Champion Liz Yvonne are certain to make things interesting for us. Will Ash become the new champion and win the League or will Liz retain her title and become the first ever back to back Kalos League Champion? We'll find out as both trainers await the field for their seven on seven battle"! The crowd was going wild as all of our friends, rivals, families, were watching from wherever they were. Even Rotom Dex was displaying it at the conservation area in the lab for the rest of my pokemon to watch. It was time as the final bell tolled, ready to ring for whoever won.
Our battlefield soon appeared as it was grass once again. Ash and I kept looking and smiling at one another, ready to fufill our promise. As the referee made it, we readied our first choices, which were Raichu and Krookodile. Krookodile tried to use its intimidation ability, but even with its lowered attack, Raichu did not flinch this time. We were both serious and when the referee called for the battle to begin, we both shouted," thunderbolt/dark pulse," as both moves collided and created an explosion. Raichu then took off with iron tail as Krookodile countered with its own, creating a stalemate. Raichu used the position to spin out of the way and go in with ice punch. Krookodile saw and jumped out of the way in time before going underground with dig. Raichu jumped and slammed iron tail on the ground, which fished out Krookodile before Raichu hit it square on the chest with ice punch. Krookodile struggled to its feet as it was breathing hard. Raichu went in with another iron tail, but Krookodile kept it away with mud slap, as one hit Raichu on its chest, barely missing its face. Krookodile went in with power up punch as Raichu jumped to dodge before landing a critical hit with brick break, knocking Krookodile to the ground. Krookodile staggered to its feet momentarily before the pain got to it, causing it to fall over and not get up. Raichu was announced the winner as I returned Krookodile, saying,"Rest up my friend. You deserve it. We got one hit at least. That'll set us up for the next round." Ash brought Raichu back as he readied his next choice, which was Noivern, as I hoped. I shout,"Dragonite, battle time," as Dragonite appeared in the air.
I say,"Dragonite, let's get this win and move up on the tracks. Alright," as it nodded in agreement. Noivern started with supersonic as Dragonite dodged as readies a dragon claw, to which is intercepted by Noivern using dragon claw as well. Up close, they were in close range for "dragon pulse/hyperbeam," as both moves hit one another, causing some major damage to one another. Noivern went in with acrobatics as Dragonite went to intercept it with an ice punch. However, acrobatics hit it head on and as they were heading towards the ground, Dragonite landed its ice punch on Noivern as both dragons hit the ground hard. As the dust settled, both Dragonite and Noivern were knocked out together. As we both returned our dragon/flying type pokemon, I praised Dragonite, saying,"You did great. Your effort will help us excel furthur." Ash let our his third choice, which turned out to be his fabulous fighting/flying type Hawlucha. I was ready as I called out Espeon to battle. It was raring and ready to face Hawlucha. Hawlucha started off by charging with x-scissor, but Espeon dodged with quick attack. She then used psychic and sent the airborne Hawlucha colliding with the ground. It got back at her though with a pretty harsh high jump kick, despite not being very effective. Espeon shook it off and launched zap cannon, which hits Hawlucha, paralyzing it.
Espeon wrapped it up with psybeam and Hawlucha was out cold. As Espeon was announced the winner, we hugged as I say,"Great job girl. You did amazing," as it licked my cheek in affection. Ash returned Hawlucha, praising it for a valiant effort before going with his next choice, which was Talonflame. I returned Espeon for now and called out Lycanroc, who was ready to battle. It's been meaning to get back at Talonflame since it last defeated it. Both pokemon glared at each other before Ash and I shouted,"Brave bird/ Accelerock," as both pokemon collided with their moves, creating a stalemate and a huge explosion. In the smoke, I had Lycanroc use rock throw as Talonflame took to the skies to dodge it. Talonflame then charged in with steel wing as Lycanroc jumped and bit into its wing with a new move, thunder fang. Both pokemon collided with the ground again as they slowly rose to their feet. Ash could tell we weren't messing around amymore as he says,"Now, we're really going to ramp it up. Phoenix Fury," as Talonflame prepared its potent combination. I shout back,"Two can play at the combination game. Lycanroc, use Running of the Wolves," as Lycanroc readied its combination. To explain, Running of the Wolves is when Lycanroc uses stone edge, then scales the pillars and attacks with a combination of accelerock, thunder fang, and another new move, giga impact. As Lycanroc scaled the stone edge pillars, it had its combination set, looking like a big, glowing, wolf as both pokemon collided with their moves.
It created a huge explosion as the announcer says,"This is unbelievable!! Both trainers unleashing creative combinations, this battle is really heating up"!! Once the smoke settled, both pokemon were on the ground, barely moving. Talonflame was struggling to its feet as Lycanroc was the same case as well. Luckily, they both were able to stand, but were heavily damaged. They both knew what was at cost for this battle and were not willing to go down without a fight. We felt the same way as I say,"This is incredible. Talonflame isn't willing to give in because it believes in you Ash, and wants to win for you." Ash says,"I can say the same for Lycanroc. It has the heart of a battler and won't give in till it's over. And neither will we," as I say,"Back at you Ash," with Talonflame and Lycanroc agreeing. Ash had Talonflame use steel wing as Lycanroc dodged, but was low on energy. Seizing an opportunity, Talonflame went in with a combination of brave bird and flame charge; he calls it Burning Ambition. I say,"In that case, Lycanroc, Speeding Bullet," as Lycanroc launched its combination of accelerock and giga impact. Both moves stood still before another explosion occured and once the smoke settled, we were in for a surprise. Talonflame and Lycanroc stared each other down before they grinned and falled over, both knocked out and unable to continue. We rushed over to them, making sure that they were ok. Ash praised Talonflame before returning it to its ball. I held Lycanroc in my arms as I say,"You battled brilliantly. Take a well-deserved rest my friend," before returning it to its ball.
As we both returned to our sides of the field, I say,"Ash, I know we're not at the end yet, but, I can easily say that you've grown a lot tougher. However, don't count all your Torchics before they hatch. I'm not planning to give up my title so easily. Besides, I'm going to let you in on a little secret. My team and I...we haven't even gotten serious yet"! Ash says,"Hm...I expected. I'm going to let you in on my secret...We haven't gotten serious yet either"! The both of us were only getting started and so far, it's both fun and exciting at the same time. Ash let out his Druddigon as I unleashed Lucario for my next choice. Our next round was set to begin as Druddigon used fire punch as Lucario met it with its power up punch, creating a powerful stalemate. Druddigon fired off a dragon pulse as Lucario met it head on with its own as both moves missed and hit one another. In the smoke, we shouted,"Use flash cannon," as both moves hit each other head on. Druddigon could feel it, but so could Lucario. Once the smoke settled, Lucario started to run around Druddigon, trying to use its speed to confuse Druddigon. With an opening, Lucario used aura sphere, which was sent right back with fire punch. Lucario sent it back with power up punch before it hits Druddigon head on. However, Druddigon recovered and hits Lucario with fire punch, dropping it to a knee. I could see Druddigon was low on energy too, so, it was time to wrap it up quick.
Ash had Druddigon use dragon pulse as Lucario met it with its dragon pulse, both moves making a huge collision in the center of the field. Once the dust cleared and we could see what happened, both Druddigon and Lucario were knocked out from the impact of the moves colliding. It was yet another double knockout for both of us. Now, it was even, 3 on 3. We both returned our pokemon and were ready for our the next match.
Ash decided to go with Goodra as it was raring to go. This was going to be tricky because Goodra is the only pokemon I haven't battled against. So, I decided to go with Espeon, since she's been wanting to battle again. I decided to turn up the heat as I pressed my keystone and say,"Our hearts unite as one as the unison provides strength for all. Now, to show off that strength, Espeon, mega evolve"!! Espeon glowed and transformed, becoming Mega Espeon. Everyone awed at how beautiful it looked as the announcer says,"Amazing!! Mega Espeon looks downright beautiful!! This battle has turned into a fierce yet fabulous match"!! Goodra tried to use rain dance, but before the rain could fall, the clouds disappeared. This surprised Ash as I say,"It's Mega Espeon's ability, cloud nine. Usually, it just erases the effects of the weather. In my Espeon's case though, it also eliminates the current weather conditions, giving the battlefield regular sunshine. In my mind, I thought With cloud nine, Goodra's hydration ability will be useless. That means... before I shouted,"Zap cannon," as Mega Espeon launched the move, hitting Goodra and paralyzing it. Ash knew that Goodra was going to struggle, so, before the zap cannon landed on Goodra, he had it use bide. Goodra began storing the energy as Mega Espeon landed a back to back psybeam and signal beam attack. Goodra could feel it hurt, but toughed it out for Ash. Mega Espeon started to charge in with quick attack, but Goodra stopped her with the release of its bide, hitting Mega Espeon head on. She was knocked hard as she struggled to get back on her feet.
Goodra tried to use dragon pulse, but the paralysis prevented it from being able to use the move. Ash had Goodra use bide again as Mega Espeon uses quick attack hits Goodra in the gut hard. Then, Espeon launched psybeam again before slamming Goodra to the ground with psychic. Goodra got up and unleashed the bide as Mega Espeon intercepted with a powerful zap cannon. It created another collision as both pokemon were hit and hidden in the smoke. Ash and I hoped that they were ok, but once the smoke disappeared, both Goodra and Espeon were knocked out cold. Even Espeon was back in her normal form. Yet another double knockout occured, for a third time in a row. Ash returned Goodra to its ball while I held Espeon, saying,"You were great girl. You battled brilliantly. Take a good rest," before returning her to ger pokeball. Ash says,"What do you say we turn it up a notch? Now, Raichu, I choose you," as Raichu lept out onto the battlefield. I say,"I thought you'd never ask!! Right Violet," as my shiny Delphox appeared to battle. Both pokemon glared at each other, ready to settle this once and for all. I say,"It's time to see if Raichu is able to deal with the power of my partner"! Ash looked at Raichu, who was more determined than ever to win once again. The climax was almost upon us and so far, it's only going to get more heated up.
Both pokemon stared at each, waiting for one of them to make the first move. With a slight twitch, Ash and I both shouted,"Thunderbolt/Flamethrower," as both pokemon used their respective move, creating an explosion. Raichu charged in with wild charge as Violet intercepted it with dragon rush, creating a powerful stalemate. Raichu jumped and went in with brick break as Violet met it with fire punch, both moves connecting with one another. Neither one wanted to give in as Raichu looked at Ash as he nodded and says,"You're right buddy. Let's turn it up," as he pressed his keystone. He smiled, saying,"At super full power! Raichu, mega evolve"! Raichu glowed and transformed, becoming Mega Raichu in an instant. The field was covered in electricity, thanks to electric surge. Now, things were getting really interesting. Violet looked at me in determination as I say,"I see. Well then, I say we fight fire with fire. Let's turn up the heat and scorch up the battlefield with your fiery spirit"!! Violet then glowed brightly as her ability kicked in, causing her to be surrounded with flames. Blaze kicked in and now, it was time to get serious. Mega Raichu went in with thunderbolt as Violet overpowered it with mystical fire. Mega Raichu got hit hard, but shook it off and got back at her with a powerful electro ball. Then, they both collided with wild charge and a new move, flare blitz, as both moves staggered and exploded.
Both pokemon were breathing hard, trying to remain standing. Violet looked at me before we both nodded as I say,"You're right partner. It's time. Let's wrap this up with a z-move," as I placed my firium z in my z-ring. We both started the motions as I say,"Things are heating up! Let's scorch the battlefield with the blazes of victory"!! Violet glowed momentarily as I say,"Erupt your hidden flames!! Use Inferno Overdrive," as Violet launched the z-move at Mega Raichu, moving as fast as a raging comet. Mega Raichu tried to intercept with thunderbolt, causing the z-move to stay in place. Not this time. Mega Raichu was not ready to lose so easily this time!! It kept using thunderbolt as the z-move got pushed back and it ended up hitting Violet really hard. I screamed out her name as the smoke settled with Violet barely standing. Mega Raichu was breathing really hard as we anticipated what was going to happen. Then, Violet looked at Mega Raichu and smiled before groaning in pain and falling over, unable to battle anymore. Ash high fived Raichu as they celebrated the fact that they were finally able to defeat Violet in a battle. I ran over to her side as Violet opened her eyes and smiled at me. I say, after giving her a hug,"You were great. Nothing but the best from you. Take a well-deserved rest," before returning her to her pokeball. Ash had only 2 pokemon left and I had one, but my last choice will help me get back into the match.
I held the pokeball that was holding my last choice and brought it close. Then, with determination and pride, I shouted,"Sino, let's go," as Sino, my powerful Greninja sporting its signature bandanna, appeared for the battle. Sino immediately acted by using night slash, which hits Mega Raichu hard. Mega Raichu was struggling to stay on its feet as Sino then landed back to back water shurigens, which delt the finishing blow. Raichu was knocked out and back in its original form. Then, I say,"Now Sino, together as one"!! Sino and I synchronized as Liz-Sino took the field for the final showdown. Ash brought Raichu back to his side after praising it for a great job in battle. He then let out his final choice, which was his Greninja. Ash and Greninja synchronized right off the bat as Ash-Greninja took its place, ready for a fight. The announcer says,"This is it!! The final showdown between our trainers and their mysterious Greninjas. Who will come out on top?! Will it be Ash or will it be Liz"? Both our Greninjas stared each other down, preparing to make a move. This is it...the match of all matches...the one to determine who's the best. Ash has taken my pokemon and me to the next level. Now, it's time to pay him for all he's done with a great battle.
Ash and I readied our pokemon as we both were determined and excited at the same time. With our passion burning brighter than the sun, we both shouted,"Water shurigen," as they both launched their move, which collided and created a misty explosion. Greninja charged into the mist to use aerial ace as Sino met it head on with double power up punches, using their moves for attacking and defending. Sino then went in with night slash as Greninja met it with cut, both moves connecting, with both our Greninjas, Ash, and I feeling the power of the hit. Greninja then went in with aerial ace as Sino dodged and landed a potent power up punch. However, Greninja recovered and landed back to back aerial aces. Both Greninja and Sino launched water shurigen, to which they used to parry with one another. They both struck and ended up hitting one another with power and precision. Ash and I felt the pain of each hit, but toughed it out. I had Sino launch a potent hydro cannon as Greninja destroyed it with cut before getting blown back a bit. Seeing that Sino was coming from behind, Greninja landed a clean hit with cut. Sino recovered and struck back with vengeance with night slash. Sino then used ice beam, to which Greninja blocked with water shurigen and froze it. It then launched the frozen water shurigen as Sino caught it and launched it right back.
However, it missed when Greninja used double team and the frozen shurigen collided with a rock. The copies charged in as Sino destroyed them with night slash. Greninja appeared from behind as they both parried with cut and night slash until they both landed a clean hit on one another. Both struggled back to their feet as Ash and I were both sore, but excited. I say,"Ash...this is the most fun I've had in a battle ever!! Your passion and drive for pokemon and helping them is beyond anything I've ever seen. You make training my team and battling trainers like you so much fun. I'm lucky to have met you and all of our friends in Kalos. Now, it's time to unleash our true power!! Right Sino," as Sino glowed blue since its torrent ability kicked in. Ash says,"Liz...meeting you and your team...you've made me go beyond the limit and back. You've helped everyone grow really strong and readied us for whatever lied ahead. However, this time, we're going to win!! Right Greninja," as Greninja was fired up while the shurigen on its back got bigger. Both of them used double team and their copies charged at one another. The real ones were hitting each other with aerial ace and power up punch with incredible speed. Ash smiles and says,"Ready for more? Water shurigen," as Greninja glowed and made this huge, orange glowing, gigantic water shurigen. Its red diamond and eyes were glowing as well.
This was just like the dream/vision I had a while back. I say,"I'm ready!! Let's see you handle this!! Max Power Hydro Cannon," as Sino glowed again and formed this huge, gigantic, orange glowing hydro cannon. Its light blue diamond and hazel eyes were glowing as well. Both Greninjas launched their moves as they connected, creating a huge explosion that made it hard to see anything. We could only watch and anticipate the results from when the smoke clears. Once it did, both our Greninjas were standing, staring each other down. Ash and I were awaiting which pokemon was going to fall down first. Suddenly, I heard a faint voice that said,"You...win...," before a major thud occured and that's when everything grew silent. The referee says,"Sino is unable to continue. Greninja wins. We have a new Kalos Champion and his name is Ash Ketchum"!!! Everyone applauded in shock and excitement as the announcer says,"It's over!! After a hard battle with many turns and bends, Ash Ketchum takes first place and the titles of Kalos League Champion and Kalos Champion"!!!! All of our friends and Ash's friends and rivals were shocked to the core while cheering in major excitement. Ash did it...he won his first league, became Kalos Champion, and defeated the trainer prodigy. Ash was stunned for a minute before he smiled and says,"We did it...We REALLY DID IT GRENINJA," as it returned to normal and hugged Ash and Raichu.
Meanwhile, I was stunned and silent about what just happened. I can't believe it...I lost...I actually lost...for the first time...ever. I walked over to Sino as it opened its eyes and looked up at me. I tipped my hat and said,"Sino...I'm extremely proud of you. That was the greatest battle we ever had. You've gotten so much stronger and you gave it your all. Rest up my friend because you earned it," before returning him to its pokeball. I looked up at Ash, who was celebrating with Greninja and Raichu. I walked over to him and said,"Well Ash...you did it. You're the first trainer to ever beat me. Congratulations. You know? I knew one day, someone would end my undefeated streak and when we first met, I had this feeling in my gut that it would be you. After all, you've gotten some major firsts over me. You were the first trainer to land a hit on my pokemon, you were the first to knock out any of my pokemon in battle, and now look where you are. The new Kalos Champion. Don't get too comfortable though because once I get strong enough and I'm ready, I'll be coming for my title again." Ash smiled before saying,"That was an intense match Liz, the best one I've ever had. I'm going to get stronger and be ready for our rematch someday. Like you say, I'll be waiting." The two of us shook hands as the audience went wild and the announcer says,"What a true form of sportmanship. Both trainers offering an epic rematch someday. What a sight ladies and gentlemen! What a sight"!! A little while after the awards ceremony, we both went to get our pokemon healed up by Nurse Joy.
Ash went first and had his team all healed. He went to meet up with the others as I had my pokemon healed. The waiting gave me time to think over what happened. The battle, the excitement, the loss...that one was hard to comprehend with. I almost wanted to deny it, say it was a false battle, but I knew it was true. No one could deny it and I couldn't deny how I felt at the moment...hurt. I was hurt that I lost, I was hurt that my title as Champion was taken away after all the hard work I did, I was hurt that it happened at the Kalos League finals, where everyone was watching. Nurse Joy came out with my pokemon, but saw how I was feeling. She came over with the tray, sat down next to me, and says,"You must be troubled at the moment. You want to feel happy for Ash, but you also feel sadness and anger about your loss." I looked up and nodded as she continued with,"Many can feel like this after their first one. However, it's not like it's the end of the world, even if it feels like it. You'll probably be upset for a bit, but, you'll feel better and then, you can use your loss as a way to get stronger. Not everyone can go undefeated forever, but you can keep learning as you move on from this and you'll grow stronger, physically and mentally." Her words seemed to make me feel better, but I still felt upset. Serena seemed to notice as she came over and sat next to me, saying,"It hurts doesn't it," as I nodded. She hugged me as I couldn't help but break down in tears. After a little while, I felt better and once I collected my pokemon, we went to join the others.
Everyone was surrounding Ash, complimenting Ash and congratulating him for his outstanding win. Barry was saying,"That was the most incredible match I've ever seen"!! All of Ash's rivals, including Paul, were all asking for battles with him. Ember came up to Ash and says,"You and Greninja were completely in sync and you both battled brilliantly." The Kanto boy smiles and says,"It's my pokemon you should be congratulating. They're the ones who did all the work." Before anyone could say anything else, we all heard an explosion outside as we ran to see what was going on. Lumious City was being attacked by many, massive vines. They were destroying buildings and trying to spread out. It has happened; the Kalos Crisis has arrived and it's rampaging through everyone and everything.