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Surge's Outdoor Training, Arkieu City (1 day after Ash Ch2)...

"Left, right! Uppercut, Haymaker!" Ash muttered as he practiced a bit of shadowboxing at a cliff edge. He began hopping rapidly and gained considerable acceleration, breath becoming heavy from sweat. "Jump, Iron-Tail! Side-Swing, Shoulder bash, Tackle!"

Ash got to know the dimension Arceus placed him in as he recovered. The city he is in is a large off-shore city-state called Arkieu City, named after a myth that this dimension's Arceus created the first Aura Guardians on this very island. Like what his home dimension's Arceus said, humans do not exist. In their place are Pokémon incapable of evolving. Legendary and mythical Pokemon are not legendary or mythical- they're just rare members of the minorities.

Being a pair of Latias, Bianca and Kanon fit in that category. He got to know them better, enough to know that Bianca works as an artist and a tour guide at an art museum while Kanon works as a taste tester at the nearby ice cream and confections factory. Entertainment is a major factor to the economy, with sports and fights being broadcasted every night.

It was interesting to know that the fighting tournaments, collectively known as the Pokken Fighting League, allowed all-out brawls. Choking, biting, blunt weapons, you name it. Dirty tricks were allowed just as long as the injuries aren't too severe, you can use any of your abilities without limit, certain drugs are allowed granted the substances do not have any long-term harmful effect, and most of the fighters just use the same abilities you would see back in Ash's dimension. From Tackle all the way to Draco Meteor, it was crazy to imagine what was in store for all contestants as they do their best to overpower their opponents as fast as they can.

After Ash moved in with Bianca and Kanon, he immediately started his new training regimen. He practiced his posture so he can run on all fours or his feet. He also resumed his Aura Training with some... interesting results.

Lightning erupting from the floor, beams of Aura falling from the sky, Aura powered lightning strikes, and flaccid Iron-Tails crackling with Aura-imbued electricity as though they were the tails of a Raichu.

What the heck.

Anyways, that led to Ash's training regimen being done outside of Bianca and Kanon's small house to prevent it from being destroyed. Preferably, they'd like him to use an isolated chamber because of the aforementioned side effects. Too bad there aren't any nearby. He went to the outdoor fighting gym Bianca recommended and was assigned to a space meant for Aura users and fighting types.

It was a nice venue that has fauna everywhere.

He got to know some of the frequently visiting patrons. Just like how he was when he first met Bianca, he met a Piplup named Dawn with a sense of bewilderment. That Piplup wore the same clothes as his friend and traveling partner from Sinnoh, beanie to short dress. Same with the owner of the gym, a Raichu by the name of Surge. Apparently he serves as a reserve Counter-Terrorist Lieutenant in the military, almost reminding him of Lt. Surge, the gym leader from Kanto in his home dimension.

Signing up to join the Pokken Fighting League was not easy. There was a long line of applicants. He was lucky he waited for 6 and a half hours instead of the usual 7.

"Lightning Burst! Aura-Fall! Aura Volt! Aura Whip!" Ash shouted, watching those strange effects take effect on a boulder of diorite. The immortal stone had large chunks carve out a statue of Team Rocket's leader, Giovanni.

The man who nearly killed him.

It's a shame he is still loose back in his home dimension. That man reached an ultimatum when it comes to Ash and his Pokemon:

Kill them. Kill them all.

They were a huge threat to his organization and he wants them to have bombs orally inserted into their bodies. Rupturing their insides once they return from being captured was the plan. A scare tactic that can shock everyone if it was anyone famous. Unfortunately, he, Ash R. Ketchum, and his Pokémon ARE famous. Not many would hear about a wandering pre-teen conquer seven leagues he finished runner up in almost every competition he has partaken.

It scared Ash to think that someone wants to kill his Pokemon. Before, it was Giovanni sending out Jessie, James, and Meowth to capture Pikachu and the others for his plan of world domination. Now, he wants them publicly dying a painful death to garner headlines across the globe that Team Rocket is still defiant.

Ash looked at the statue with a sour look and practiced swinging his tail on the statue, chipping off pieces of the statue's neck with gusto. The PFL's bi-monthly qualifying matches will begin in two days. If he wins his match, he will be inducted into the league, ensuring him a place during broadcasted matches and a way for him to make a living. All he knows is that it's going to happen at a festival near the gym.

Bianca and Kanon's house (Two days later at 9 AM)...

The sun was rising up. Morning has come to to greet the world with a warm "hell". Hell, not hello- it's a hot morning! The gym Ash trained in was closed to prevent any fires from breaking out.

Speaking of Ash, he was getting up from the sofa bed in the garage, excited for the event happening tonight. He practiced fighting without any gear for the past two days and was surprised that the durability he had as a human doubled. He found that out after he accidentally struck himself with a Thunderbolt.

The garage was attached to the side of the house without a door to go between the rooms. It was like a tiny house with the only room being the bathroom. Kanon uses it as the place where she hides root beer and ice cream from Bianca. It's highly effective, with the elder of the two cousins looking at the younger in confusion at times as to where the stuff was coming from.

When he opened the garage door to the outside, hot air hit his face. It was 98 degrees Fahrenheit, and boy did it burn! He close the door quickly and got into the house before the heat could get worse.

Kanon was channel surfing while Bianca was painting on a large sign advertising a museum. Seeing Ash close the door, Kanon gave a small wave as she finally chose a broadcast of the PFL's news channel.

"Hi Ash!"

"Hey Kanon." the Human-turned-Pikachu responded as he sat next to her, leaning far away as possible. Social media exists in this dimension as well, and he doesn't want to be cancelled. That, or Bianca possibly teasing them for no reason. As he watched, he was kind of nervous when a Plusle and a Minun in dresses and make-up were announcing all the fights happening tonight.

"Amateur fights have been a staple in the Pokken Fighting League for generations, Mara. This is an event that analyzes and determines who will be inducted. Do you have an eye on anyone who is partaking tonight's fights?" the Plusle asked, leaning on her small chair and looking at her yellow and blue counterpart, who is also sitting on a chair of equal size. To an average viewer, it's cute. To the Electric-Type population... Let's just say they look hot. Only to the Electric-Types minus Ash.

The now named Mara flicked her ears as footage and pictures of multiple fighters appeared from behind. "We have lots of talent tonight, Kara, but along with talent, we also have some lookers as well in both fashion and rrrrow~! To all you viewers, I'll say their unofficial stage names, and you need to vote online who you think will be the victor of tonight! Neither of us has ever seen these fighters in our lives, and neither have you! These six fighters will be the main matches tonight!"

A Lucario was shown, breaking a punching bag in two. "Xan Yan Zan! If there are ladies that want it rough, this guy will rock your world!"

A Machamp was breaking logs by flexing his muscles. "OJ Challenger! He has so much muscle, he'll never be beat!"

"Delphi Daring! She's one tough Delphox with hunger in her eyes! A battle hungry one if I say so myself!" said Delphox gave a taunt of excitement as she raised her staff like a sword.

A Gardevior was using psychic on a few rocks and crushing them in rapid succession. Gardener Giga! She loves to go hardcore!

A Garchomp gave a loud roar before shadow-boxing. "Jimbo Jango! A titan in the making!"

After those were done, things went interesting.

"Mara? Are you forgetting about HIM?"

The Minun gave a sly smile as the next footage shown was- from two days ago?! Ash and Kanon looked at each other before watching once again. "Of course not! All you ladies that want to see something electrifying, we have a nice piece for you to see!"

It was Ash, using Thunder Punch, Iron Tail, and Lightning Bolt on boulders of diorite. "That is a MONSTER Pikachu! Breaking the hardest stones on the planet with a single Iron Tail!"

"Definitely! Ladies and gentlemen, this Tower of Power- this handsome Powerhouse of Pikachus, is Lightning Rodent!" Bianca and Kanon snorted in laughter at Ash, who hid his face with his tail. The PFL were the ones in charge of making the nicknames. "He dwarfs almost half of every single PFL fighter that are in the active roster to this day!"

"Look at those muscles! And the sparks that are flying from him! I think we found a keeper, ladies! If you think he's slow, you are dead wrong! He has enough stamina to keep going for years~!"

"Hahaha! They're already lusting for you, Ash!" Kanon laughed.

"*shakes his head...* Why?! The news went from a sports report to a horny talk show!" the man-sized Pikachu groaned. "Aren't they supposed to be professional about this?! Hey! Quit being horny for me and continue the forecast!"

"You don't need to be professional in the news to be informal!" Bianca called out. All she did while laughing was painting. She used a bright taffy pink that transitioned into a vivid admiral blue for the museum's ad. Letting the paint dry, she and Kanon started laughing even harder when the Plusle started having filthy fantasies about Ash in camera, spinning her chair with a sigh. She was even drooling.

"-those strong arms... I can see what he's packing a mile away..." the camera turned to the Minun, who was thinking the same way, but more collected than her 'positive' counterpart.

"W- well, the PFL Amateur Invitationals Opening will start at 8 in the evening! You can watch it live at the Magikarp Festival located at WiiU Harbor or in your TV! 8:00 is the fight between Delphi Daring and Gardener Giga. 8:30 is the match between OJ Challenger and Jimbo Jango. 9:00 is Xan Yan Zan versus Lightning Rodent."

"I'm Kara!"

"And I'm Mara. That's all for today! See you later time!"

Bianca floating over to Ash. Feathers stained with blue paint and making her almost look like a female Latios. "I'm gonna take a bath. What are you gonna do before the event? Costume design? Party? Train?"

"The gym's closed and there's a heatwave outside. *sigh*" Ash paused for a moment to ask the two Latis a question. "Are you two gonna watch my match?"

"Yep!/LET'S F4(KING GOOO!!!" Bianca gave a polite smile while Kanon shown a sense of vulgar cheerleader spirit.

This made the XXXL Pikachu feel better before going into detail about his attire later. "I'm thinking of going shirtless for this fight. It's probably going to be warm tonight..."

PFL Amateur Invitationals Opening, Magikarp Festival, WiiU Harbor, Arkieu City (8:50 PM)...

(Play Magikarp Festival - Pokkén Tournament OST...)

It was warm indeed. The wind gave a soft breeze to cool the audience without a need for air conditioning. The salty air mingled with the wafting aromas of the food and concession stands. Magikarps and Gyrados swam along the harbor, gliding across the water in celebration. They have celebrated the Magikarp festival for so many centuries, they have forgotten what the events meant. It did not matter for them, knowing that it has always been a tradition to celebrate it. Other races opt to join in the festivities as well, for the constant food, mingling, music, and the PFL Amateur Invitationals always starting in that event.

The Pokken Fighting League helped it blow up in popularity. Such an event full of life and color...

A large crowd surrounded the center, watching a Machamp and a Garchomp fight each other.

OJ Challenger used his four arms to his advantage, making fast jabs at Jimbo Jango.

Jimbo kept backing up to stay away from the aggressive Machamp. When he noticed OJ's movement slow down from exhaustion, he recoiled his claws to and did multiple Double Slashes.

OJ retaliated, countering the last pair of Double Slashes with a hard pummel to the head. Dust rose from the impact, with Jimbo nowhere to be seen.

A headbutt was what Jimbo gave as he appeared from nowhere, knocking OJ out of the ring before crumpling to the floor in pain.

"Round two goes to Jimbo Jang!" the referee shouted, pointing at Jimbo, who gave a thumbs up as he rubbed his head.

Ash looked at the fight in awe. Knowing that he has to give the best of his ability, he gave a confident smirk. He was shirtless- only wearing pants, running shoes, gloves, and his cap. A black rubber tip was added to his tail to make it blunt. His gloves were reinforced with leather, and all his clothes were charcoal gray.

He's gonna make it hard for himself by playing it fair. He doesn't care about the disadvantages. If his new electric abilities as a Pikachu and his intermediate level self-defense skills fail, he'll keep improvising to keep up with his opponent.

"Next up is Xan Yan Zan versus Lightning Rodent!"

Ash Chapter 3 end...

Well, Ash's first fight is going against a Lucario. Things will definitely be interesting on the long run.

References:

1. Pokken Tournament/Pokémon Tournament

2. Dawn

3. Lt. Surge

4. Custom moves just like in Mega Man: DeafMatch Season 2.

5. Most people will think of diorite to be a useless stone. An example being the incarnation used in Minecraft. I beg to differ on that because of its cultural and physical significance.

Diorite is an intrusive igneous rock used by ancient civilizations for sculpting figures and leaders, especially in areas in or surrounding the Fertile Crescent in the Middle East. The reason for it was because of its fame for it being near unbreakable with the current tools of that time. In the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, it is a 6, on the same level as Titanium, Manganese, Germanium, and oddly enough, Uranium.

Also, it's probably best to use Minecraft Diorite as a flooring option.

6. Funny enough, even though I will only create OCs that fit into the story as characters living in the Simply Stupid universe, I used my Plusle and Minun from Pokémon GO for no reason.

7. The pronunciation of Ash's nickname is Lightning (Rod) - ent

8. Team Rocket and their plots to kill Ash and his Pokémon

That's all for now, folks!