Chapter 11 Wishing Stars

After going outside of Professor Magnolia's house, Ash, Alice, Gloria, and Hop are at the battlefield as they are facing each other.

Hop says, "I'm going to become the greatest Pokémon Trainer there is! And to do that, I need that endorsement to take part in the Gym Challenge! Come at me with everything you have so we can prove to Lee that we've got what it takes!"

"Sure." Ash says.

Gloria sends out Chewtle and Hop sends out Wooloo, Ash sends out Grookey and Alice sends out Sobble. They also notice that Professor Magnolia is outside as well, Mark asks, "Professor? What are you doing here?"

Magnolia says, "I'm rather interested in seeing how those four young Trainers battle, too."

"Listen you three." Leon says. "The reason I'm unbeatable is that I learn from every battle I see or take part in. That is how I've gotten to where I am today. So show me something good in this battle."

"You bet. It's time for my legend to begin!" Hop says.

Then the battle starts as Sobble uses Water Gun, but Wooloo uses Cotton Guard to block it, and then Grookey uses Branch Poke on Chewtle, Chewtle is hurt, but it does land a bite on the monkey. In the end, the two Pokemon faint. So Gloria sends out Scorbunny while Hop uses Grookey. Ash uses Rookidee and Alice uses Yamper this time. And the two Pokemon are much tougher than the others can handle as they faint.

"Oof! Gutted that I lost..." Hop says.

"But I'd expect nothing less from Ash and Alice together." Gloria sighs.

Alice turns to Ash with a smile, "Thanks, Ash. Because of you, I won the battle!"

"You did a great job in the battle as well." Ash says as they high-five each other.

"But I even got my Poke Ball to throw perfect, too." Hop sighs. "The sting of defeat and the joy of victory. I guess going through both is the key to all of us getting stronger, right?"

Leon claps his hands and says, "Well, after seeing a match like that one...I suppose I've little choice but to give you both an endorsement as Champion!" Then he gives two letters for each Gloria and Hop. And Delia decides to endorse Alice as she already endorsed Ash.

"Yes! Thanks, Lee! I swear I'm going to win my way through the Gym Challenge to reach you!" Hop says with a smile.

Delia says, "You may both be young still, and plenty rough around the edges, but it was a proper battle."

Ash says, "Indeed, Pikachu and I were both feeling the excitement in every last cell in our bodies!"

Alice sighs, "That sounds so like Ash, but I also enjoy it as well."

Dawn, Serena, and Lillie say, "Agreed."

"Hop, you've always tended to get caught up in things like how you throw your Poke Ball out...Things that have nothing to do with real strength. Honestly, I'd been worried about you still obsessing over that sort of nonsense, but it seems like you have grown a little bit, little brother. And I'd like to see some more thrilling Pokemon battles out of you, too. Ash, Alice, Gloria." Leon says.

"All right, Ash, Alice, Gloria. You and I are going to train up against one another to aim for that Champion's title. That's the way of it when you've got a great rival! Just like you've got me, and I've got you." Hop says.

"Yeah." Gloria says.

Much to their surprise, they see seven shooting stars from the sky and Lillie asks, "Huh? What's that?"

Then the group rushes towards the ground and sees seven glowing items. Trenor says, "Brother! Guys! Would you look at this? They're Wishing Stars!"

Ash counts the number of the stones and says, "Since there are nine of them, we should take each one ourselves."

The other 7 people nod as they get the star pieces. Hop says, "With one of these, my Pokemon can Dynamax! They're gonna be massive! YES!"

Leon puts his hands on his hips and says, "Trust you to pull something like this! They say Wishing Stars fall for those who have a true wish in their heart, you know."

"And I'll be the greatest trainer ever!" Hop says three times, much to everyone's surprise. "There, I've said it three times, so surely my wish will come true now, right?"

"Don't be silly, Hop." Magnolia laughs. "Those Wishing Stars are composed of a curious sort of rock containing unknown power... They are one of the most precious resources we have here in the Galar region. But they won't do a thing for you in that state. Give them to me now, and I'll have you sorted."

Lillie says, "Professor, you've done heaps of research on the Dynamax phenomenon, haven't you? So we may have the power to Dynamax our Pokemon, right?"

Magnolia says, "Of course dear."

Mark says, "First we got to battle against that mad Pokémon in the Slumbering Weald, and now this... It really feels like we're getting caught up in the adventure of a lifetime!"

"I agree." Ash smiles.

Delia chuckles, "I do understand your excitement, but don't get carried away. You want to save your energy for tomorrow's journey!"

"Seems I came back home right in time for all the excitement!" They turn around and see Sonia walking towards them. "Hey, you lot, why not have some dinner. You must be hungry, right? I've been totally obsessed with making the latest trendy curries."

"Curries, you know, Curry is also popular in the Galar as well." Delia says to Ash.

Sonia notices Delia and says, "Oh my gosh, your highness, it is an honor to see you here at my home."

"Don't be too surprised, dear Sonia. I was here to ask something with your Grandma." Delia says.

Sonia thanks her as they go into the house for some curry.

The next morning, the group arrives at the kitchen where Delia and Sonia are helping cooking curry. Hop stretches his arm and says, "It's morning at last! And time for our adventure to truly start."

"Indeed." Gloria says. "I can't wait to battle the gyms."

Magnolia says, "Good morning to you, young Challengers."

Sonia then puts the plate on the table as she asks, "I want to ask you six, is it true you really met some Pokemon you didn't recognize? Is there anything more you can tell me about it?"

"Er, well, there was weird heavy fog, and then this even weirder Pokémon appeared... we tried to fight it off! But then I think we both passed out or something. It's all pretty hazy." Hop sighs.

"A right fount of information you are." Delia says as she also puts the plate on the table. Gloria says, "Wait, the queen is cooking breakfast for us?"

Delia giggles, "Just because I am the queen doesn't mean that I can't cook for you."

Ash gives out a small smile and says, "Indeed, Mom's cooking is the best, won't you agree Alice?"

"Of course." Alice says. "I remembered how much I liked to eat it back when we were kids."

The four girls are very intrigued at how Ash is so close to Alice, but they didn't say anything as they have breakfast, once they are finished, Magnolia takes out 9 bands and says, "These are for you."

Then they take the band and slips it on their wrist. Ash says, "So we can now use Dynamax?"

"Yes, I made them by fitting the Wishing Stars you found last night into those bands." Magnolia says.

"Thanks, Professor, this looks beautiful." Serena says as they wear the bands on their wrists.

"It's just like the one Lee has on him, too." Hop says. "Now we can Dynamax our Pokemon as he does."

"My word, you don't waste any time, do you?" Magnolia sighs at Hop. "I think you'll find it's not so simple as all that. There are several conditions you must meet if you hope to have your Pokemon Dynamax and take on that gigantic form. Now don't be afraid to go all sorts of places and meet all sorts of Pokemon. That will help you fill out your Pokedex, too."

Hop says, "The legend of my reign is finally about to begin!"

Delia says, "And now that you have your endorsements, you can go to the Motostoke. There will be an opening there."

Ash says, "And I will be going there fast. Thank you for everything, Mother."

Then the two of them share a hug, much to the warmth of the other 5 girls and both his brothers, then they bid farewell as they leave the house.

"Come on, Ash! Guys! I'll beat you to the station!" Hop says as he rushes off, and the others can only chase after him with a sigh.

Once they are back at Wedgehurst, Lillie says, "So the Gym Challenge will begin in Motostoke, huh? So, Ash, you are ready to win it, right?"

"Of course. This is the best opportunity to get into my next level." Ash says.

"But I will beat you first." Gloria says. "And Hop as well."

"Don't think that you can beat me like last time." Hop says. But before they are about to leave, they are stopped by two women.

"Not quite so fast, you two." The two women are actually Gloria's mother and Hop's mother. Hop asks, "What're you doing here, Mum?"

"I knew this day was coming since the moment you chose Grookey as a partner, darling." Hop's mother says.

"Professor Magnolia was kind enough to let us know that you two were setting out along with your new friends." Gloria's mother says. "So here - a last little gift to see you well set on your way. All the kit you'll need for camping!"

Gloria takes the camping gear and puts them into the bag, and so is Hop. Gloria's mother says, "No matter what happens out there, if you and your partner are together, I know you'll be fine."

"Thanks, Mum. And just think how lucky you are—mother to the first-ever pair of Champion brothers! Because I'm certain to be the Champion next. You'll see!" Hop says, and the others are sighing.

Hop's mother says, "Of course you will be, darling. Anyway, do have fun and take care of yourselves! You'll be welcome back home anytime!"

After that, they bid farewell to the two adults as they get aboard the train. Hop says, "There are loads of trainers ahead of us, my excitement's running ahead of me even faster than that train can go."

"Isn't that really exaggerating?" Dawn asks.

"Whatever." Hop says. "Anyway, Motostoke is surrounded by a vast Wild Area! It is a real sight. There are all sorts of wild Pokemon just wandering about-everywhere you look! Plus, you can camp out, do a spot of fishing... I don't think I could ever get tired of it!"

"Me too." Ash says as he looks at the guide.

But just then, the train stops at the Wild Area as the passengers are confused. Ash decides to ask the captain.

"Excuse me, isn't this the Wild Area? What're we stopped here for?" Ash asks.

"Ah, Prince Ash. Yes. This is the Wild Area Station, make no mistake. I am sorry to tell you that the train is halted, due to a flock of Wooloo on the tracks."

"What's there to be sorry about? This is brilliant. The Wild Area is massive! There are loads of Pokemon to battle here! It is the best possible place to put together the greatest team." Ash says with a smile.

Then they all decide to step out of the station to see what is in front of them.

Here is a new chapter, and in this chapter, Ash and the group gain the Wishing Stars for the Dynamax bands. I hope you like it and the next chapter will be the Wild Area.

Ash's Pokemon: Bulbasaur, Charizard, Squirtle, Butterfree, Pidgeot, Pikachu, Primeape, Muk, Gengar, Kingler, Tauros (30), Lapras (2), Snorlax, Bayleef, Quilava, Totodile, Noctowl (S), Heracross, Donphan, Larvitar, Tyranitar, Sceptile, Swellow, Torkoal, Corphish, Glalie, Torterra, Infernape, Staraptor, Buizel, Gible, Gliscor, Snivy, Pignite, Oshawott, Unfezant, Boldore, Palpitoad, Leavanny, Krookodile, Scraggy, Greninja, Talonflame, Hawlucha, Goodra, Noivern, Rowlet, Incineroar, Lycanroc (Dusk), Naganadel, Melmetal, Grookey, Rookidee

Mark's Pokemon: Lotad, Chimchar, Nickit

Trenor's Pokemon: Seedot, Turtwig, Skwovet

Gloria's Pokemon: Scorbunny, Blipbug

Alice's Pokemon: Butterfree (Pink), Sobble, Wooloo (30), Yamper

Dawn's Pokemon: Quilava, Zigzagoon, Piplup, Pachirisu, Buneary, Togekiss, Mamoswine

Serena's Pokemon: Galarian Zigzagoon, Braixen, Pancham, Sylveon

Lillie's Pokemon: Purrloin, Vulpix (Alolan), Grubbin, Magearna