"Ash Ketchum! You better be in bed!" One Delia Ketchum called up to her son. It was late and the young teen needed to be up early to get his starter Pokemon. The last month ever since her son had turned thirteen that was all he could talk about. Choosing his very own starter and going on his journey.
"Hold on mom I just want to finish this match between Bruno and Lance!" Ash called back with his eye locked out to the screen in front of him. It was an exhibition match between the Fighting-type Elite, Bruno, and the Dragon-type master, Lance. This match was held every year before the beginning of the Indigo circuit. A way of kicking everything off with a bang so to speak. He remembered last years battle between Bruno and Agatha as being a particularly memorable match.
Bruno had chosen a large humanoid-like pokemon known as Hariyama while Lance had gone with the long serpentine Dragon pokemon, Dragonair. Hariyama was currently blocking Dragonair's tail which was glowing a metallic color. The more the battle went on the more Ash wanted tomorrow to come. But he couldn't sleep right now. He was too excited.
"Hariyama strike with your Force Palm," Bruno called from the TV screen. The Hoene fighting type struck quickly with its right palm going to strike Dragonair. His other hand was still wrapped around the other pokemon's tail.
"Dragonair use Safeguard!" Lance ordered and the dragon covered itself with green energy. Hariyama's palm struck the scaled body of Dragonair, but it was still standing strong."Now use Dragon Breath!" Green energy erupted from Dragonair's mouth blasted into the chest of Hariyama pushing it back and causing him to let go of Dragonair's tail.
"Hariyama you have to recover," Bruno shouted to his struggling Pokemon. Before Hariyama could stand fully, electricity surged through its body stopping it in its tracks. "Oh no!" Paralyzation. A way of stopping something from moving by shocking it. Dragon Breath was known to sometimes do just that.
"Now Dragonair use Dragon Rush!" Blue dragonic energy began to form around Dragonair and shape itself into a larger dragon. With a mighty cry, Dragonair flew through the air and struck Hariyama with the full force of the attack. The fighting type wasn't able to take any more beatings from the other Pokemon and collapsed unconscious.
"Whoa..."Ash muttered as the two opponents walked forward and shook hands after returning their two pokemon. The fierce battle between the two Elite level trainers reminded him of his goal. No his dream!
Ash Ketchum was going to be the very best...
Morning arrived in the Ketchum resident and Ash was on the move as soon as he could.
"Morning mom," Ash said as took his spot at the dining table. "Morning Mimey."
"Mr. Mime." Greeted the psychic pokemon as he helped his trainer by setting her son's breakfast in front of him. Ash grinned as dug into the waffles and bacon placed in front of him.
"Thanks, Mimey," Ash said in between bites of food. If there was one thing he was going to miss while he was on his journey it would be his mother's cooking.
"Look at you. My big strong trainer ready to take on the world!" Delia exclaimed as she hugged her son. "I'm glad the clothes fit you so well." Ash stood up and glanced at his clothes. He was wearing a red vest over a black short-sleeved shirt, blue jeans, and black and blue sneakers. "It's missing something though isn't it."
"What?" Ash asked confused. All in all, he thought he looked pretty awesome.
"Here you go," Delia said as she handed him a hat. It was a red cap with a black Pokeball symbol on it.
"Nice thanks, Mom." Ash thanked as he placed the hat on top of his head. It was perfect. Taking a quick glance at the time, Ash realized he needed to get going if he wanted to make it Prof. Oak's lab on time. Shoveling the last bits of food into his mouth, he stood up, wiped his mouth off and hugged his mom. "Bye, mom! Don't want to be late."He grabbed his red and white backpack and was off
"I'll see you at the lab sweetie," Delia called out to her son as he rushed out the front door. "So much like you." She mumbled to herself as she glanced at a picture sitting on a nearby stand.
So very much like him indeed.
Ash was jogging through Pallet Town in a slight hurry. He couldn't help it. He was just so excited! As long as he could remember, he had wanted to work with Pokemon as much as possible. Growing right down the road from the famous Prof Oak probably had something to do with it. There was a wide variety of amazing creatures there and with strange and powerful abilities. Oak himself had a large Arcanine that stood guard over the other housed Pokemon there.
His two closest human friends also had something to do with it. His friend was Gary Oak, a boy who until the last couple of years had been his best friend. Until he turned into a smug jerk that is. His other friend was...
"Hey, Ash!" A voice called out to him and he slowed down to get a good look at the person. Coming from a different path was a girl about his age with long brown hair that came down to her shoulders in waves. On top of her head was a white hat that kept the sun out her eyes. She was wearing a blue tank top and red skirt that fit her perfectly and a pair of white shoes.
"Hey Leaf. You ready?" Leaf was his first real friend besides Gary and she shared in his love for Pokemon and the mysteries surrounding them. If there was one person that was just excited for today as he was, it was Leaf Williams.
"Of course I am. it's not every day that you receive your first Pokemon." She replied good-naturedly. "Have you thought about which Pokemon you want?"
"I have," Ash answered with a smirk, "I'm gonna keep it a secret until we get there."
"Well, I'm hoping to get Bulbasaur." Ash understood why she wanted Bulbasaur. The fully evolved Grass started was a powerhouse that could be the bane of a team. His mom had one that hung around the backyard and while most of the time it could be seen relaxing in the sunlight he knew that if any rogue Pokemon were to get to close to his house, Venosaur would be there to stop it.
"Makes sense. Bulbasaur is the most balanced of the starters. Definitely helpful with the first three Gyms..."
"Oh, Ash always thinking about battling. Maybe I just want Bulbasaur because they're cute."
"Yeah right. You love Pokemon battles as much as I do." Leaf only gave him a playful grin that Ash soon found himself mirroring.
Soon they found themselves in front the very familiar Oak lab, only this time it felt different. After they walked in today they would be full-fledged Pokemon trainers. They would be responsible for whatever Pokemon they'd capture.
"Let's do this," Ash said confidently and opened the door. "Professor we're here!"
"Ash?" Oak's voice called out through the lab. Oak was standing there talking to one of his aides. "And Leaf too! Right on time."
"Good morning Professor. Is Gary here?"
"Gary is upstairs waiting on you both. Believe it or not, he's just as excited as you two."
"I seriously doubt that Professor," Ash replied good-naturedly as they followed him up the stairs.
"About time you two showed up," Gary said as they reached the second floor. He was standing in the middle of the room by a large machine that had three Pokeballs. "I hope you two are ready to start losing to me." He taunted arrogantly.
"In your dreams Gary." Ash shot back at his rival. That was what they were now. Rivals. Because friends didn't treat friends that way, Gary treated them. Ever since they started there studies to become Pokemon Trainers, Gary acted like he was better than Ash at everything and while Gary might be better at the technical side to being a Pokemon Trainer, Ash believed he was the better battler between the two. He would just have to prove that to Gary once they had their Pokemon.
"That's enough you two." Oak scolded as he walked up next to the machine. "As you all know, you three have been selected this year to receive the Regional Starter Pokemon based off your Pokemon Trainer exam scores. With this in mind, I am allowing Leaf to go first as she scored the highest between you three and because of ladies first." He finished with a chuckle as Gary and Ash pouted. Leaf was the firm middle of the spectrum when it came to the three. While Ash was a great battler and Gary was knowledgeable when it came to Pokemon, Leaf was both to a lesser extent. She was a smart trainer who knew how to battle her way out of trouble.
"Since I'm going first I choose Bulbasaur!" Leaf said excitedly as he grabbed the Pokeball with a small leaf symbol on it. "Come on out!" Appear in a flash of light was a small green Pokemon with a large Bulb on its back. The pokemon in looked around in question until its eyes finally landed on Leaf. "Bul?"
"Hi there Bulbasaur, my name is Leaf. I'm your new trainer. If you'll let me be that is." Bulbasaur seemed to approve because it jumped up into Leaf's arm nearly knocking her over.
"Bulbasaur!"
"Somehow I knew you'd pick him," Oak said fondly as he turned to Ash and Gary. "Now Ash it's your turn."
"What!" Gary shouted outraged. "But what about me Grandpa!" he demanded
"Hold on Gary the pokemon aren't going anywhere. Besides, I also have a feeling on which two Pokemon you two want." Oak replied sternly as Ash stepped forward. Ash's eyes immediately went to the Pokeball with a small flame symbol on it.
"I choose Charmander," Ash said with a grin as he picked up the Pokeball and released the Pokemon. Appearing in front of him was small orange lizard Pokemon with a fire burning on the tip of his tail.
"Char?"
"Hi Charmander. My name is Ash. I was hoping that you and I could become a team." Ash said as he kneeled down to Charmander's level. The Pokemon's blue eyes looked into Ash's amber. It raised it's tiny arms up with a toothy grin on its snout. Ash returned it and fist-bumped the small Pokemon. "Alright, then it's us against the world Charmander!"
"Charmander!" It cried in agreement as pumped its arm up as enthusiastic as its trainer. Oak, Leaf, and Bulbasaur smiled at the two while Gary looked at them bored at the display.
"Great for you Ash-y boy. Now step aside and let a real trainer get his Pokemon." Gary pushed past Ash and Charmander and grabbed the last Pokeball on display. It had a small water drop symbol on it. "I wanted Squirtle anyway." He released the last of the starter Pokemon. It was a small blue turtle Pokemon with a tail that swirled. It looked around in confusion before it's eyes locked onto Gary. "Hi there Squirtle. I'm your new trainer."Gary was to the point compared to Ash and Leaf when it came to bonding with his new Pokemon. "Together we can take the League by storm!" Squirtle seemed to agree with Gary because it jumped up and down in excitement.
Oak watched as each trainer bonded with their new Pokemon, a sense of nostalgia washed over him. For just a brief moment he was watching himself pick his first Pokemon. He shook himself out of it. Those were memories for another day.
"Now then for the final item that I need to give you." Oak reached into his lab coat and pulled out three red devices and he each to the new trainers. "These are Pokedexes. These are encyclopedias on Pokemon knowledge and are given to help trainers understand Pokemon better. Use the button on the side to learn more about your own Pokemon."
Ash, Leaf, and Gary did just as Oak instructed and gasped in surprise.
"Bulbasaur, the Seed Pokémon. A young Bulbasaur uses the nutrients from its seed for the energy it needs to grow. This Bulbasaur is male and knows the moves Take Down, Vine Whip Growth and Leech Seed."
"Charmander, the Lizard Pokémon. Charmander's health can be gauged by the fire on the tip of its tail, which burns intensely when it's in good health. This Charmander is male knows and the moves Metal Claw, Ember, Hone Claw, and Smokescreen."
"Squirtle, the Tiny Turtle Pokémon. Squirtle draws its long neck into its shell to launch incredible water attacks with amazing range and accuracy. The blasts can be quite powerful. This Squirtle is male and knows the moves Bite, Bubble, Rapid Spin, and Withdraw."
"Wow, you guys are amazing!" Ash exclaimed as Leaf and Gary nodded in agreement. Each of the Pokemon puffed in pride of their power. Oak chuckled at the reactions. Sometimes it was the little things in life that were the best.
"Bulbasaur your so strong!" Leaf said to the small Pokemon who blushed at the praise.
"With your strength Squirtle, nothing is going to stand in our way," Gary stated with pride. Ash thought it sounded more like arrogance but it wasn't the time to call Gary out like that in front of his grandpa.
"Now then I believe that the day is only just beginning. You each have a long road ahead of you, but I have faith that each of you will be able to defeat the challenges that you'll face." Oak informed as each of the three trainers looked at each other and made a silent vow to each other. To keep on going no matter what they faced.
"Come on Charmander let's go introduce you to mom!" Ash said with the little pokemon following right behind him. "See you later Professor!"
"Wait up Ash!" Leaf called out as she and Bulbasaur trailed after them. Gary shook his head at the two and their antics.
"You know it's alright to be as happy and excited as them, Gary," Oak said to his grandson.
"No way grandpa. I'm a Pokemon Trainer now. Not some foolish kid."
Oak sighed at his grandson's actions. Every time he tried to act older than he actually was, he ended up looking rather foolish himself.
"What an adorable Charmander!" Delia stated as Ash, Leaf and their new companions. Delia had already picked up the fire type and was examining him. "And Leaf you have an equally adorable Bulbasaur."
"Thanks, Mrs. Ketchum." Leaf said as she approached her mother. Rose Williams was a beautiful woman who like her daughter had long flowing light brown hair that reached the middle of her and also like her daughter had deep blue eyes.
"You chose Bulbasaur I see," Rose stated with a happy smile. She was glad that her daughter obtained the Pokemon that she wanted.
"Do you know where Gary-" Before Delia could finish her question, a loud roar erupted from above them and the small group ducked to avoid the massive dragon that landed on the grass. The mighty beast had blue scales that gleamed in the sunlight. It was a Salamence and to Ash and Delia was very familiar. The person riding on its back even more so.
"Dad!" Ash shouted as ran up to his father. Silver Ketchum was a tall man with long dark grey hair that was wild like his son and also like his son he had wild air to him. He was wearing a long brown coat that had flames on the end of it that fit his tall strong frame. "What, are you doing here? I thought they needed you at the Indigo Plateau?"
"And miss your day. Not a chance in hell." Silver said with a loud joyous laugh. Delia walked up and Silver place a quick kiss on her lips in greeting. "So you chose Charmander ey? Solid choose. Seen quite a few Charizards in my time and a well-trained one can be deadly. Ain't that right Salamence." The large Dragon-type roared in agreement with its trainer. Charmander and Bulbasaur approached the fully evolved Dragon-type who gave his own once over and growled in greeting at the smaller Pokemon.
"Huh, most Pokemon are too afraid to approach Salamence. Guess these two pipsqueaks are gutsier than others." Silver said
"Nice to see you again Mr. Ketchum." Gary's voice called from behind them. Ash's rival stopped and stared at the familiar dragon. No matter how many times he saw, it never failed to not impress him. "Hope you didn't come all this way to see me cream your son in his first battle."
"Now Gary..." Oak warned as he approached. "Silver! Always a pleasure to see you."
"Good to see you too old man."
"You talk too much Gary," Ash said as he and Charmander stepped forward. Both trainers locked eyes in an intense staredown.
"Talk is cheap," Siver said with a smirk, "Action is a better way to show us who is stronger!" he finished with a smile. Delia reached up and pinched her husband's ear.
"Are you egging these two on to see a battle?" Delia asked her husband who chuckled sheepishly.
"Me? I would never do that." Silver answered as he struggled to stay standing while his wife held her death grip on his ear. She let go of it but sent him a small glare.
"Dad doesn't need to egg us on Mom," Ash said to his mom. The truth was that this was a long time coming.
"We can use grandpa's battlefield that's behind the lab," Gary exclaimed as they walked to the back. Numerous Pokemon were out running around the lab's grounds. Pokemon such as Nidoran, Oddish, and Growlithe stopped what they were doing in order to look at the two trainers. Oak's old Arcanine was also watching them from a safe distance. It made a low growl of greeting to Silver and Salamence. Salamence did the same in a show of respect. One battler to another.
"I'll referee for the match," Oak stated as he took his place. "Now if each of you can go to your respective ends." Ash and Gary did just that, their Pokemon trailing after them.
"You scared Ash-Boy?" Gary taunted with a smirk that his Squirtle seemed to pick up on.
"Not a chance Gary," Ash said as Charmander stepped forward. His tail flame seemed to grow larger and his eyes showed how eager he was for a fight. The amount of Pokemon grew larger as the two trainers prepared. Pidgeys landed on nearby tree branches and several Ratattas joined the group of Nidorans. One Pokemon stood out amongst the other Pokemon. A small yellow electric mouse watched Ash and Charmander curiously. The Pichu tilted its head as it got a good look at the duo.
Oak looked at both of the trainers before giving a hand motion. "Begin!"
"Squirtle use Bubble!"
"Counter with Ember Charmander!"
The tiny turtle let loose a barrage of bubbles from its mouth, while Charmander had several small flame shards escape from its mouth. The two attacks collided in a stalemate that canceled each other out.
"Charmander use Hone Claw, follow it up with Metal Claw!" Charmander's claws grew longer and sharper for a brief second, while its eyes locked in on Squirtle. The claws then took on a metallic tint as he charger forward.
"Use Withdraw!" Gary called out and Squirtle brought himself into his shell. Charmander's claws racked down, but Squirtle was protected by its shell." Now use Bite." Squirtle's head shot out of the shell and it latched onto Charmander's arm elected a cry of pain from the Fire-type.
"Charmander use Ember." Charmander lifted its arm and Squirtle into the air and unleashed the small flames right into Squirtle's face. Pain erupted in Squirtle's eyes as it let go of Charmander's arm and jumped back. "Go for a Metal Claw!"
"Rapid Spin quick! Gary called urgently. Squirtle sucked his body back into his shell and began spinning. It flew at Charmander's glowing metallic claws and duel for supremacy began.
Silver had his eyes on the battle as both Pokemon tried to overpower the other. Charmander seemed to be still feeling the boost of the Hone Claw and was slowly overpowering the spinning Water-type. Both of them were giving it their all and it made him proud to see his son show how good of a trainer he already was.
"So who do you think is going to win dear?" Delia asked as Squirtle and Charmander continued there to match the other.
"I already know how this fight is going to end." Silver said with a cocky smirk. Rose nodded with him and he was reminded how she was also an accomplished trainer. Rose leaned more towards Coordinating, but that didn't make her any less qualified. In fact, if there was anyone it Pallet Town besides old man Oak that could give him a decent battle then it would be Rose Williams.
"I'm rooting for Ash to win." Leaf said to Silver
"Oh really?" Silver said with a raised eyebrow. He was going to file this away for later to tease his son.
Squirtle came flying back around still spinning and met Charmander head-on. The flame lizard raised it's clawed hands and tried to stop the spinning turtle being pushed back from the force of the shell. Charmander held for a moment before bringing one of his claws down smashing Squirtle into the dirt.
"Squirtle use Bubble now!" Squirtle's head shot out of his shell and sprayed Charmander with another barrage of bubbles. The bubbles forced Charmander back.
"Use Metal Claw and pop the bubbles." Ash order and Charmander use his sharp claws to slice away the bubbles.
Both Pokemon were exhausted from the battle. Pushing themselves to their limit to see who was stronger.
"Charmander," Ash called and Charmander and turned to his trainer.
"Squirtle," Gary did the same. Perhaps they both knew that their Pokemon were on their last legs and only had enough energy for one last attack.
"Ember!"
"Bubble!"
The two attacks flew through the air and collided in another stalemate. Neither Pokemon wanting to back down. They poured more energy into their attacks. The battling energies ended in a small explosion that forced both Pokemon to go flying back.
"Charmander!" Ash shouted worried for his Pokemon as he ran forward
"Squirtle!" Gary cried out just as worried for his Pokemon.
"Heh. Called it." Silver said as he reached into his satchel and pulled two Sitrus Berries. He threw them to both Ash and Gary. "Here. This battle is over. Both these little guys gave it they're all. Nothing more than you can ask for."
"Exactly right Silver. A great first battle for both of you." The professor said with a smile.
Ash smiled as he fed Charmander the Sitrus Berry. The berries rejuvenating effect already working as Charmander gobbled it down. "You were awesome Charmander. We'll get him next time for sure." Charmander smiled at his trainer as he slowly stood up.
"Yeah like that'll ever happen," Gary said as he returned his Pokemon. "The next time we meet I will beat you, Ash. I'll see you later grandpa." With that Gary as off walking the route to Viridian City.
"That kid has issues Oak." Silver said aloud causing Delia to smack him on the arm. "What?"
"Its ok Delia. I'm afraid Silver may be right with Gary's attitude. Hopefully being on the road will straighten him out."
"Training Pokemon will either help him or hurt him, Samuel," Rose said, "I suppose time will tell us which it is."
"Well enough of that. How do you feel with your first battle under your belt?" Silver asked his son.
"Like I can't wait to have another one," Ash answered with a grin causing his dad to laugh.
"I swear you Ketchum man only ever think about battling," Delia said with a laugh causing both father and son to turn her.
"There's nothing better than a great Pokemon battle." Silver and Ash said at the same time defensively causing everyone to laugh.
"I think you're on to something Mrs. Ketchum." Leaf said still laughing.
"Everyone is against me," Ash said as Charmander patted his trainer's leg in understanding.
"Pichu!" Everyone turned to see the small yellow and black electric mouse pointing at Ash and Charmander.
"Oh, a Pichu!" Leaf said as she went to bend down to get a closer look at the Pokemon, but was stopped by Rose. "Hey what gives Mom?"
"I know when a Pokemon once to battle and that Pichu wants a fight," Rose explained as Leaf took a closer look at Pichu. A small burst of electricity appeared on each of its cheeks and a determined glint was in its eyes.
"I think this little one wants to battle you, Ash," Oak said as he examined the Pokemon. "This is the first time since he arrived here from Johto that he's taken an interest in a trainer. Most of the time I have to chase him away from my electric cables."
"So it is a wild Pokemon?" Delia asked.
"Oh yes. One of my colleagues in Johto sent him to me as an egg and was hoping I could find it a trainer, but the fellow is rather mischievous and shocks most people that approach him."
"I guess we showed him something interesting eh Charmander."
"Char."
"If your up for it I'd like to battle him Charmander." Ash wasn't going to force him to battle another Pokemon after just battling Gary. Only if he was willing. And from the determined look in Charmander's eye, he was up for it. "Then let's do it!"
Charmander stepped forward and growled at Pichu and returned it with its own glare and sparks on its cheeks.
"Everyone stand back." Silver warned. He reached into his satchel and pulled out an ordinary Pokeball and tossed it over to Ash. "You'll need this."
"Thanks, Dad," Ash said with a nod. "Let's go Charmander use Ember!" Charmander launched the small fire shards at Pichu who generated electricity around him and unleashed in a small bolt of electricity. Ash recognized it as a Thundershock. The attacks collided before Charmander'S Ember overpowered the Thundershock and struck Pichu.
"Pi!" The small Pokemon cried out in pain
"Use Metal Claw!" Charmander charged forward with its metallic claws to strike Pichu. But it disappeared like Pichu wasn't there.
"Double Team." Ash realized as Pichu reappeared in a Quick Attack and Charmander flew back. Pichu charged another Thundershock and let it loose at Charmander.
"Charmander move!" Ash ordered as Charmander snapped to attention and jumped out of the way of the electricity. "Use your Smokescreen!"
Smoke filled Charmander's mouth which he let loose in a large puff of smoke that covered Pichu. The small Pokemon coughed as it lost focus and couldn't see through the smoke. A shadow appeared behind Pichu who turned in shock as a Charmander's glowing claws smashed the side of his face and was pushed forward. Pichu tumbled across the ground until he finally stopped.
"Use Ember now!" Pichu's eye snapped open as it saw the burning shards approach it. It charged up a larger burst of electricity that countered the Ember and then completely overpowered it. Charmander jumped out of the way just in time as the electricity turned and hit Charmander in the back, eliciting a cry of pain from Charmander.
"Be careful Ash! That was a Shock Wave attack!" Leaf warned as Bulbasaur looked at the battling creature before it. Bulbasaur glared at the Pichu as it took a spot in front of its trainer in case any stray attacks came their way.
Pichu was panting from using that much electricity. The young mouse still didn't have enough experience with using that amount of power. It almost fell over before catching himself.
"Charmander use Hone Claw!. Then aim an Ember at the ground in front of Pichu." Ash ordered and Charmander followed his trainer's command. Using Hone Claw his eyes seemed to focus more before he charged the small flame and launched it at the spot Ash chose. The attack struck the ground in front of Pichu and kicked up the dirt causing Pichu to jump to avoid the sudden surprise.
Pichu fumbled around while it was in the air. Not completely with having its legs off the ground.
"Finish it with Metal Claw," Ash ordered and Charmander jumped up with its glowing claws and slashed Pichu back into the ground. Pichu was completely out of it now. The barrage of attacks had left him in a daze.
"Pokeball go!" Ash yelled as he threw the Pokeball his dad had given him. The empty ball smacked Pichu lightly on the head. It opened to bring Pichu into the ball. It shook for a brief second. Once. Twice. Three! And then snap. Capture complete. "Alright, we did it Charmander!"
"Char!" The little fire type cheered with its trainer as he picked up the ball that held their new teammate.
"Way to go Ash!" Leaf congratulated as she and Bulbasaur ran up to Ash. Silver, Delia and Rose all exchanged looks with one another. They would be teasing their children about this later.
Ash grinned as he stared at the Pokeball. His first day as a trainer and he already caught a rather powerful Pichu. Not too shabby if he did say so himself. And both his parent was able to see it.
"Ha, I knew you could do it!" Silver exclaimed as he clapped Ash on his back, nearly knocking him over. "You're a Ketchum after all."
"It's all thanks to Charmander here," Ash said as he patted Charmander on his head. "He did the hard work."
"A Pokemon and a Trainer are a team. Neither one can accomplish anything without the other." Oak told them wisely. Ash and Leaf nodded in understanding. A ringing noise broke them out of their conversation. Silver reached into his coat pocket and pulled out a worn Pokenav.
"Hello? Yeah, what do you guys need? I've only been gone for an hour. Damn it, Lance. I'll be there in thirty minutes. I'm in Pallet it shouldn't take me to long." Silver ended his call with his sigh before it transformed into a smirk as he looked at his wife and son. "Duty calls." Silver pointed at Ash. "I expect to see you in the Indigo League." He said to his son with a grin.
"In it? I plan to win it!" Ash shot back at his father with his own grin
"Delia I'm sure you know this but the men in the Ketchum family are certifiable." Rose joked
"Oh, I know it. And I love them all the more for it." Delia said with a fond smile at the father and son duo. Her husband walked up to her.
"I'll be back before you know it." Silver promised as he kissed her forehead.
"I'll hold you to that Mr. Champion," Delia said as she hugged him. He ruffled Ash's hair before climbing atop his mighty Dragon-type.
"Let's go Salamence!" With that order, the dragon flapped its wings and took off into the sky, quickly becoming a speck in the distance. Ash's eyes watched as his father flew away on his Pokemon. A determined smile on his face.
'One day dad. I'll catch up to you.'
Hey, guys, I'm back and better than ever with a new story to boot. I was inspired after playing this ROM hack called Pokemon Dark Violet and this is what I came up with. This is a different take of the anime with all the updated info like Fairy-types. As you can also see Ash's father play a pretty prominent role in the story. I remember the first time I saw Silver and I just thought damn that's Ash's dad. Also, I being influenced by the Pokemon Adventures manga which actually kicks a lot of ass. Seriously it's a great series.
Quick question for everyone. Did the Sword and Shield trailer kind of disappoint anyone? Some of the new Pokemon look pretty cool, but I'm not really sure how to feel about this new gimmick that got going. Mega evolution was cool and Z-moves were pretty sweet, but this one just doesn't click with me.
Anyway, let me know what Pokemon you think Ash should catch. And no legendaries. At least not yet. He did just start his journey after all. If you want to send in a suggestion on what Leaf should catch that would be cool too.
As always I own none of this. Until next time.
Ash's Pokemon
Charmander- Metal Claw, Ember, Hone Claw, Smokescreen
Pichu-Thundershock, Quick Attack, Double Team, Shock Wave