Hey all! Sorry for the midnight update, but I spent most of the day revising my other story. Now, reviews!

OMG: I don't really think I can order the gens in order with the way I want those arcs to go. Thanks for the info on Brock! Didn't know that one. There's no particular reason why I chose Ratatta, just popped into my head. Ash's belt is custom made to fit his body type and size, so it dosn't look that wierd. I have a very good immune system, so I should be fine, thank you for your concern though!

NorthStar Pokeshipper: I live in the U.S. New York to be exact. So yeah, fun times.

Storyreader21: I had planned on Misty traveling with them since I started, so I'm sorry if that turns you off. I don't personally dislike any Pokemon character, they're all lovable in their own way. The only thing I could think you'd find annoying about Misty is her brash and aggressive personality, but that's a critical part of her character, so I can't just make her act different, not without some character develpoment anyway. As for the whole cospay thing, that's a pretty funny idea. I may just use it. Ash's Pokedex already has Pikachu in it, so he would have no reason to do so. Never really put any thought into what type of Pikachu Ash would be. Either he or Storm is going to be a partner Pikachu though.

Pichu: I omitted the whole 'Pika power' thing. It just kinda seemed like slavery to me, and besides, I could easily wright around it. The Rocket trio in this story are admins, so they're more competent by default. They'll likely take an intrest in Ash and Storm, but they won't dedicate their ENTIRE LIVES to capturing them like they did in the anime. As for Lily, That's probably gonna be what sells them on pursuing the group at all.

Q&A time! I'll do this as I think of them. Apart from Pokemon, what's your favorite anime? Mine is One Punch Man. My reasoning? It's singlehandedly one of the most hilarious and deep shows I've ever watched.

Thank you all for your lovely feedback, and I'll catch you all later!


Misty's day had gone from boring to surreal very quickly.

After she had fished up the two talking Pikachu from the river, she had been chased for miles by a flock of Spearow. Not only that, but she had also encountered a girl that looked like she had come straight from a Halloween party.

"Ok! What's going on here? Why were you being chased by all those Spearow? Why are you dressed up like a witch? And most importantly, HOW CAN YOU TWO TALK?!"

Ash and Storm took a step back, startled by her outburst.

"Um, if you calm down, we'll tell you."

Misty took a couple of calming breaths.

"Ok, I'm good. Things just started happening so fast, that I kind of lost it."

"Well, that's understandable. We did kind of drag you into this after all. My name is Ash Ketchum from Pallet town, and this is my partner Storm. The girl over there is Lily, a Pokewitch."

"Oh, is she your trainer then? If so, it was very irresponsible of her to have gotten you into this situation."

"Well, she's not out trainer, it's a little complicated."

Ash went on to explain what happened for what seemed like the millionth time.

When he finished, Misty was glaring at Lily.

"You exposed a child to a concoction that was as volatile as that?"

"Hey, it wasn't her fault! It was me who messed with it in the first place."

"Still, you really should have thought about the consequences before you showed him all those dangerous potions."

"Yes, I realize that. That's why I'm accompanying him on his journey, to make it up to him somehow."

"Well, at least you're taking initiative. As for you Ash, you seem a little nonchalant about being a Pokémon. I thought you'd be at least a little upset."

"Well, I was at first, but I was still able to become a trainer, so everything's fine. Besides, if It's not all bad. I can understand other Pokémon!"

"Yeah, and he also taught me how to speak human!"

Misty smiled and shook her head.

"What a day this has turned out to be. Well, I haven't given you my name yet. I'm Misty Waterflower from Cerulean city, nice to meet you!"

"Wow, all the way from Cerulean? That's quite a ways! What are you doing out by Viridian?"

"I heard a rumor that there were rare Pokémon in the river that I found you guys in. You see, I'm on a journey to find powerful water type Pokémon. My dream is to become the strongest water type trainer in the world!"

"That's a great goal to work towards! I'm aiming to become a Pokémon master, with the help of Storm!"

Misty giggled.

"A Pikachu aiming to be a Pokémon master, now that's something. What's your goal Lily?"

"I'm planning on travelling the world to collect ingredients for my potions. I don't really have an end goal, I just like doing what I do now."

"Well, that's fair. It's starting to get dark, I could guide you to the Pokémon center in Viridian if you want."

"Oh, yes please! My poor Murkrow needs healing, and sleeping indoors sounds nice."

"Well, come on then, let's get going, before it starts raining again."

They started to walk towards the city, when They heard a majestic trill sound above them. Looking up, they saw a huge bird like Pokémon sail across the sky.

"Whoa, I've never seen a Pokémon like that before!"

Ash Pulled out his Pokedex to scan the creature.

"No data."

"Huh, must not be from this region."

Luckily, the Pokedex had a camera function, so Ash took a picture of the mysterious Pokémon to show Professor Oak.

As the group watched the Pokémon fly into the horizon, they spotted a feather drifting towards the ground, landing in front of Ash and Storm's feet. Storm picked it up, examining it.

"Wow, this is a really pretty wing. It reflects light, and it's rainbow as well."

Lily thought she had seen a feather like that before, but she couldn't remember where.

"Well, let's hold onto it for now, maybe the Professor will know what it is."

Ash nodded, hopping onto Lily's bag and putting it inside.

"Come on, we can't waste anymore time, I don't have any camping gear, and I can't navigate in pitch black."


The band of travelers reached Viridian just after the sun had completely set over the horizon.

As they entered the city, they were immediately stopped by officer Jenny.

"Halt! I haven't seen you around here before, and with Pokémon thieves about, I'm going to need to see some identification."

They all bristled at that.

"Pokémon thieves? First I'm hearing of it."

Misty pulled out her trainer's license, Lily and Ash following her example.

"Oh? A Pokémon with a trainer's license? That's a new one."

"Yeah, I'm gonna be getting that a lot aren't I?"

"Oh! you can talk too? Well, that doesn't matter now. If you're headed for the Pokémon center, I can give you a ride. My sidecar can fit all of you, so hop on!"

Lily and Misty entered the sidecar of the officer's motorcycle. It was a little snug, but they fit. Ash and Storm just sat on Lily's shoulders.

"Now hold on tight!"

That was the only warning they got from Jenny, before she took off at top speed.


Jenny raced through the city, making sharp turns and not slowing down at all. Ash and Storm were holding onto Lily for dear life.

"You know, for a police officer, you drive pretty recklessly!"

Jenny ignored Storm's comment, closing in on the Pokémon center, and to their horror, not slowing down at all.

"Hold on, this'll get a little bumpy!"

"What are you doing?! You're going to crash through the-"

The motorcycle burst through the doors of the PMC, startling everyone inside.

Jenny got off her vehicle, leaving her petrified passengers to get out themselves.

"Jenny! What have I told you? Park outside the Pokémon center! We have a perking lot for a reason!"

"Sorry Joy, I was just escorting some travelers. The streets are dangerous tonight, what with Team Rocket around and all."

Joy just huffed, going to help the others out of the sidecar.

"I think they would have been better off walking! Just look at them! The poor dears are still in shock.

Lily shook a little.

"Never... again."

"Heh, sorry guys. I guess my driving was a little too much to handle."

Misty looked up at the officer annoyed.

"A LITTLE?! We could have been killed!"

"Ok, so I should drive a little slower! At least you're here now."

Misty just scowled, ignoring Jenny completely.

Lily walked up to Nurse Joy, putting Murkrow's Pokeball down on the counter.

"Could you heal my Murkrow up? It got knocked out in a fight with a wild Fearow."

"Oh, certainty! Chansey, bring this young lady's friend to the infirmary, will you?"

"On it Miss Joy!"

Ash and Storm hopped up onto the counter.

"Hey, can we get a room for the night?"

Nurse Joy did a double take at hearing the Pikachu speak, before recollecting herself. Talking Pokémon or not, they were still customers.

"Of course! Here is your room key."

Ash smiled and thanked the Nurse, before hanging the key to Lily.

"Come on Storm, let's go call Professor Oak about that mysterious Pokémon we saw!"

The two trotted over to the videophone, dialing Oak's number in.

"Oh, hello boys! Already at Viridian City? That's impressive! Not even Gary's gotten there yet!"

The two chuckled awkwardly, averting their eyes.

"Well, we got here sooner than expected. After catching a Ratatta, we got lost and accidently entered a flock of Spearow's territory. They ended up chasing us a couple of miles before we got the upper hand."

"Oh? Well, your first day must have been eventful. Speaking of your new Partner, can I see them for a moment?"

Ash nodded, releasing him from his Pokeball.

"Hey Ratatta, this is Professor Oak."

The Mouse Pokémon sweatdropped.

"Uh, guess I never told you my name. I'm Fang, not just 'Ratatta'."

"Oh, sorry."

Professor Oak looked at the purple rodent.

"Well, hello Ratatta!"

Storm coughed.

"He says that his name's Fang."

"Oh, my mistake. Well Fang, I can see you've been raised well. You appear to be very healthy, as well as a little stronger than a Ratatta your age."

Fang beamed at the compliment. Ash suddenly remembered why they contacted Oak in the first place, and recalled Fang.

"Oh Professor, We saw this mysterious Pokémon after we defeated the flock of Spearow. And it dropped this feather."

Ash held up the Picture of the Pokémon, while Storm showed him the feather he had snagged from Lily's bag.

Oak looked at the two, before spitting out his coffee and nearly falling out of his chair.

"Uh, is everything alright Professor?"

Oak regained his composure, giving the two a straight face.

"You boys are very lucky! You just had a run in with the legendary Pokémon of Johto, Ho-oh! Not only that, but It gifted you with one of it's rainbow feathers! Legends say that anyone gifted with one is destined to have a wonderful and joyous life!"

The two Pikachu looked at each other in shock.

"Wow! We met a legendary Pokémon on our first day! That's awesome!"

"Well, as much as I would like to hear about your encounter with the legend, I have work to do. Good luck on your journey!"

After Professor Oak signed off, Ash and Storm walked over to Lily and Misty, who were sitting in the lounge, waiting for Lily's Murkrow to be healed.

Suddenly, the power in the building shut off.

"What the? Who turned out the lights?"

Just as soon as the power went out, it came back on.

"What was that all about?"

At that moment, Nurse Joy rushed into the lobby, panic stricken.

"All the Pokémon are gone!"

The room became an uproar of panic and confusion. All of a sudden, a trio of laughs could be heard.

The roof caved in, and three figures dropped down from it. The two humans wore a white shirt and pants, a red R blazing across it. There was a Meowth in between the two, laughing along with them.

"Listen up! All Of this center's Pokémon are now under ownership of Team Rocket!"