Hi! So, I've noticed that I've been updating my story so fast, that it dosen't actually say it's been updated. The chapter will go up, and I think followers will get notified, but it dosen't go to th top of the last updated chart. That's why I've decided to Only update once every 24 hours at most. Now, on to reviews!

OMG: My headcanon is that in the anime, since the transformation was temporary, Ash kept his human face. But since this one is permanent, He looks like a full blown Pikachu. Also, don't worry about being crazy, I am too! You want proof? I'm still a part of the Undertale fandom. I'm glad you think the charachters aren't too OOC, I haven't watched the anime in forever, so I was kind of worried. Like I said before, this won't be a Shipfic, but there might still be a tiny bit of romance here and there, so sorry if that turns you off.

Pichu: I'm glad you're enjoying it! I'll definitely check that story out. I may have one of them specialize in ranged attacks, while the other one is close combat oriented. I don't know, I still haven't decided.

NorthStar Pokeshipper: I think Storm will make sure that they're on time.

JB: I don't know. Storm just sounded better to me.

Thank you all for your feedback! now, enjoy the chapter!


The alarm next to the bed went off at 8 in the morning, just as scheduled.

Storm yawned, stretching his arms out.

"Morning Ash... Ash?"

Ash was splayed out in bed, snoring heavily.

"Seriously, what's up with you?"

Storm, not really feeling like going through the whole ordeal of waking Ash up again, simply pushed him off the bed.

"Gah! Why do you always find the rudest ways to wake me up?"

"A) It's funny, B) You sleeping in every morning is starting to get annoying. Come on, we gotta eat breakfast and get going. We have an hour to get to the lab."

Ash crossed his arms, grumbling to himself as the two walked downstairs.

"Well good morning boys! Glad to see you're up early today! Sorry Ash, I know it's your birthday today, but we only have time to have a celebratory breakfast."

"That's more than fine mom! I'm surprised you did anything at all to be honest!"

"Well I couldn't just let you leave thinking I forgot your birthday, could I?"

Storm looked at Ash in surprise.

"Wait, Ash, today's your birthday?"

"Yeah! I was born on the day that new trainers go off on their journey, which is pretty cool."

"That's... a pretty strange coincedince."

"I guess you could put it like that. Hey mom, what's for breakfast?"

"Oh, Mimey and I made bacon, eggs, and frosted chocolate chip pancakes in the shape of Pokémon!"

The Pikachu's mouths began to water at the mention of the pancakes.

"What are we waiting for, let's eat!"

The two hopped up onto their chairs and started digging in with gusto.

Lily walked downstairs, yawning and rubbing her eyes. She set her eyes onto the great pancake massacre of the 21'st century, and immediately adopted a deadpanned stare.

"No matter how many times I see them go at it, I'm always baffled at how much they can pack away."

"Well, you'll probably be seeing it a lot more often. You are going to be travelling with them right?"

"Yeah. They're going to be travelling across the region, and I've been meaning to go on a journey myself, so having companions would be nice, even if they don't have table manners."

Delila chuckled.

"Oh, good luck with that. I've been trying to teach Ash to pace himself for ten years now."

"Well, they're gonna have to learn some restraint. I don't know how to cook very well, and we can't go eating all our rations in one day."

Ash and Storm finished their meal, for once managing to leave at least some for the remaining residents.

"You want us to wait for you Lily?"

"Oh, that's alright Ash. You're in a hurry to get to the Professor's lab. I'll catch up once I've packed our things up."

"Thanks Lily! Come on Storm! We only have half an hour left!"


The two raced through town with agility, weaving through pedestrians and debris. Due to their fast speed, they reached the lab 20 minutes before the deadline.

"Well well, for once you're not late Ashy-boy. Pretty impressive speed there, You might actually manage to make it to viridian within the week!"

Ash and Strom scowled at Gary. They both knew that on average, it only took maybe 2 days to get to the city.

"Laugh it up Gary, but you won't be so cocky when you eat our dust."

"You keep sayin that Stormy."

Once Gary found out that Storm could talk, he started treating him the same way he treated Ash. Gary believed that Storm was considered a rival as well, rather than just Ash's Pokémon.

"Oh, cut it out Gary, there's no point in who get's there first, it's how you go about getting there."

A girl called out as she came over the hill. She had flowing brown hair, and blue eyes. Her attire consisted of a white and red hat, a blue tank top, and a red skirt. She wore black arm bands near her wrists, and carried a yellow purse over her shoulder.

"Hi Leaf! Long time no see!"

The now introduced Leaf looked over towards the two Pikachu, and immediately squealed in delight, running over and picking Ash up into a hug.

"Oh, Ash, you're so adorable! So the rumors were true! What have you been doing all week? We haven't had any time to hang out!"

Leaf was Ash's childhood friend. They had always been close, and when Gary started going sour, they both adopted a mutual distain for him.

"Well, I've been training with Storm all week. When I became a Pokémon, I didn't know how to use any moves, and Storm's been a big help!"

Leaf looked down at the Pikachu with the yellow and white cap.

"Oh, then you must be Storm! Well, I want to thank you for helping Ash out so much!"

"Hey, no problem! He's helped me a lot too."

"Oh! You can talk as well? I knew Ash could, but you were born a Pikachu, weren't you?"

"Yeah, I was, but Ash helped me to learn how to talk human. It's been really helpful, now I don't have to play charades with humans anymore."

"Oi! So you're the human turned Pikachu I've heard about?"

Another voice entered the conversation. The new arrival was a Boy with wavy blue hair. He wore sunglasses on his forehead, as well as Brown vest, which was worn over a pink polo shirt, which was worn over a red undershirt. Why the boy had so many layers of clothing in the middle of spring was anyone's guess. He also wore a belt and black pants.

"Oh, hey Damien!"

Damien was a rather new member of the town, and as such, no one present knew much about him. He was very confident in himself, but didn't showboat like Gary did. They also knew that he preferred strong Pokémon over any other, but that was about the extent of their knowledge.

"I gotta say, it's a little weird hearing a Pokémon speak. Heard you've been training, that's good. Gotta get prepared to take the league on, after all."

Ash scratched the back of his head.

"Heh, yeah... So what Pokémon are you guys hoping to get anyway?

Leaf spoke up first.

"I've got my heart set on Bulbasaur! He's just so cute, and I've always loved grass types!"

"There's no one for me but Squirtle! I know what your thinking, Ashy-boy: Why would Gary choose the starter weak to you two? Well, for one, It'll be all the more satisfying when I beat you, and 2, I've wanted Squirtle ever since I saw the starters."

"Glad we're not gunning for the same Pokémon then. I've wanted Charmander since the start."

"Cool! And you already know that Storm's my partner."

Damien spoke up then.

"No offence, but I'm surprised they let you become a trainer, Ash. I mean, there's never been a Pokémon that's become a trainer."

"Well, there's a first time for everything! I actually think that if it weren't for Professor Oak, then I wouldn't be here, so I have him to thank."

"Yeah, the old Prof's done a lot for everyone in this town. He's a real nice guy, I'll give em that."

"Well, it's nice to know you all think so highly of me!"

To everyone's surprise, Professor Oak was standing In the doorway. No one had noticed it open.

"Well, don't just stand there, come on in!"


After everyone had picked out their partners, Professor Oak cleared his throat.

"Now, I know that you're all exited to get going, but there's something I must give to you."

The Professor reached into a drawer, and pulled out a handful of small red devices.

"These are my latest, and most likely greatest invention yet! I call it the Pokedex! They contain information on every Pokémon located in the Kanto region. I was going to include the other regions native Pokémon as well, but I didn't quite have the time. The thing is, This information can only be viewed fully after you've captured a Pokémon. I would go and fill it up myself, but I'm afraid that my old age is catching up with me. So I ask of you, go and catch as many Pokémon as you can, and fill up the Pokedex!"

Ash looked up at the Professor in amazement.

"Wow, so just how much does the Pokedex tell you about a Pokémon?"

"Oh, almost everything! It tells you it's gender, average weight and height, it's dietary preferences, What moves it knows, even a brief description! Even if you haven't captured a Pokémon, you can still scan one with the Pokedex for the description."

"That's awesome! You really are something gramps! Don't worry, I'll fill up the Pokedex and become the greatest trainer ever, Just you wait!"

The four trainers their Pokedex's and Pokeballs and bid Professor Oak farewell.

"Hey Ashy-boy! As soon as I get Squirtle trained up a bit, you and Stormy are going down!"

"Heh, at least you're thinking straight, I thought you might've tried challenging us to a battle immediately."

Gary just scoffed, before he headed out the door.

"Well, Ash, I hope I'll see you on the road! The next time we meet, we'll be rivals!"

"Looking forward to it Leaf!"

Leaf smiled, before she also left.

"Hey, you two. Don't go lagging behind. I want a real and proper fight the next time we meet, got it?"

Ash and Storm nodded.

"You got it Damien!"

The blue haired trainer just smirked, nodding in satisfaction, before he headed out as well.


Upon exiting the Building and catching up with the others, Ash and Storm noticed that there was a huge parade to send the new trainers off. Spotting Delila and Lily, the two ran over to them.

"Everything packed Lily?"

"Of course! I've got sleeping bags, rations, everything we need."

Delila walked up to the two Pikachu and gave them a hug.

"Now be sure to always brush your teeth, and make sure to bathe every day..."

"Mooom! You're embarrassing us!"

"Sorry Ash, I just want to make sure you and Storm are ready."

"We'll be fine mom. We've been training all week, and I'm sure we can take whatever comes our way."

Delila sighed, before giving them one more quick hug.

"Lily, keep them in check alright?"

The Pokewitch nodded, giving Delila a smile.

"Oh, don't worry, I'll make sure they behave. Bye Delila, Thank you for everything!"

"Of course! If you boys ever feel the need to, you're always welcome back home."

Ash and Storm smiled.

"Thanks mom."

And with a final goodbye, Ash, Storm, and Lily headed out onto the road, ready to take on the world.


The journey has finally begun! Just so you know, The other two trainers will appear occasionally throughout the Kanto arc at least, I didn't just throw them in here randomly.