HERE IT COMES! THE FINAL BATTLE OF THE UNOVA LEAGUE SAGA! THANK YOU ALL FOR THIS, I NEVER THOUGHT I'D MAKE IT THIS 6k VIEWS ON THIS ALONE, NEVER THOUGHT I'D GET HALF AS MANY IN 10X THE TIME. THANK YOU ALL FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART, AND I SHALL CONTINUE TO DO GOOD FOR THE POKEMON FANDOM, JIRO
Krom had moved to a public arena in Opelucid, and thousands of people came to watch. Krom held a Pokeball in his hands, unsure of what was inside it. Alder stood across from him, a hearty smile upon his aged features. He wore a large necklace with his Pokeballs on it. Krom decided to use Warriorf if this Pokemon failed, and looked to the stands. He saw Grimsley and Shauntal, along with Iris, in a small booth front row. Marshal had been killed by the Scrafty, and Caitlin committed suicide. Krom wondered if he could be held responsible for that, or wonder who would find him responsible. He shrugged, and looked to Iris one last time. She was stern, but he could tell she was intrigued.
Alder sent out his first Pokemon, a Bouffalant. Krom cursed, and flung the Pokeball. It flew the air and spun, and then opened. A flash of light and flame erupted, and Krom called for Brave Bird. Alder called for Stone Edge, and the stones flew around the bovine Pokemon, then flew in Krom's direction. The energy encased bird was hidden under flame, and sped through the bair Alder smiled, calling for Wild Charge, and the buffalo complied. Electricity swarmed it, and it charged forward. The flame encased bird spun around, and whirled into the air. The flames peeled away, and the bird unleashed a mighty cry.
Long, yellow legs with sharp talons of black were covered in gray, orange spotted fur. A tail like the fletch of an arrow, black with three yellow v shaped stripes. Flame patterns separated it's gray body and orange head. It's wings ended in black, and it's sharp stare pierced the audience, who let out a collected gasp. Krom smirked. "Talonflame, use Aerial Ace!" he called. The bird flapped it's wings, rearing back in the air. It dove, using it's high speed to remain unseen. Alder called for Stone Edge, but the bovine couldn't pinpoint the location of the falcon, and frowned. Roaring, the buffalo unleashed the stones without a care, and Krom had to use Protect to avoid them. The bird struck, and the buffalo grunted, then turned.
Talonflame spun, then landed on the grounded, a frown on it's avian features. Alder laughed. "You must be quite gutsy if your going to use a Kalos region Pokemon, especially one like Talonflame." he said. Krom smiled. "I figured you've built a strategy to beat each of my Pokemon. So, why not a new one?" he asked, shrugging. Alder laughed. He called for Afro Break, and the buffalo charged, lowering it's head. Krom called for Flame Charge, and the falcon called out. It cloaked itself in flame, then charged forward. Krom yelled to the bird, and it rolled away from the buffalo. The flame left it's body, and Krom smirked, calling for Flamethrower. The bird spat flame from it's beak, and the buffalo was struck in the back. Krom called for Air Cutter, and the bird flapped it's wings, blades of wind flying at the buffalo.
Alder called for the buffalo to use Protect, and the barrier stopped the attack. Krom called for Wing Attack, and the bird exploded forward, wings glowing. Alder called for Wild Charge, and the buffalo surged forward, cloaked in electricity. Krom called for the bird to roll and use Air Cutter, and Alder called for Hyper Beam. The buffalo launched the beam, and the falcon rolled away, then flung it's wings forward, blades of wind slamming into the buffalo. The buffalo slide back, where Krom called for a follow up Flamethrower. The flame seared the buffalo, who fell to the ground, grunting. Krom called for Flame Charge, and the bird flew forward, cloaked in flame. It slammed into Bouffalant with increased speed, defeating it. Alder laughed, returning the Pokemon.
"Impressive. I assumed Wild Charge would work, because Talonflame is too fast of a Pokemon for Stone Edge. But I see your skill as a trainer is impressive enough to work with Pokemon you've never seen before." he said. Krom laughed. "It doesn't take much. Just a little thought into the typing of your Pokemon, and your brain." he said, tapping his temple. Alder laughed. "Of course. Now. Let's see how long Talonflame lasts." he said, throwing another Pokeball. From the ball came a Krookodile, and Krom frowned. A ground type Pokemon? He was well aware of the other moves the croc could learn, and made sure to be wary. Alder called for Stone Edge, and the croc launched the stones at the falcon, who flew into the air. Krom called for Flamethrower. The flames soared across the sky, and the croc jumped away, launching another Stone Edge. Talonflame avoided, and Alder called for Aqua Tail.
The croc slammed it's tail into the ground, catapulting itself into the air. Talonflame stumbled in the air, and the croc rolled, swinging it's water cloaked tail at Talonflame. Krom called for Gust, and the bird flapped it's wings, unleashing a gust of air that flung the croc back. Talonflame followed up with Air Cutter, the blades of wind thrusting the croc back. The Pokemon hit the ground grunting. Rolling to it's feet, Alder called for Dark Pulse. The croc unleashed the rings from it's maw, and they flew at the falcon. Krom called for the bird to ascend and dodge, and Alder hummed. Krom called for Feather Dance, and the bird flapped it's wings, and feathers began to fall.
Alder laughed. "This move? You're aware I can just have Krookodile use Bulk Up to recover from the power loss, right?" he asked. Krom nodded. "And while you do, I'll attack without stopping and defeat Krookodile." Alder chuckled. "We'll see. Krookodile, use Bulk Up!" he called. Krom frowned. "Air Cutter." he said. Krookodile clenched it's muscles, which began to expand. The blades of wind struck, but shattered against the flesh of the croc. Krom cursed, and hummed. He called for Flame Charge, and the bird erupted across the field, nothing but a blur of flame. It struck, forcing the croc back, where Alder called for a second Bulk Up. Krom frowned, and then smirked. He called for Feather Dance again, and the feathers began to fall.
Alder laughed. "Impressive. You appeared to have figured it out." he said. He called for Hidden Power, and the croc launched the balls of energy, which were a dark brown. Krom called for Talonflame to dodge, and the bird weaved through the energy, blank stare on it's face. Alder called for Dark Pulse, and the croc launched the rings from his hands. Talonflame dodged, and Alder called for Hyper Beam, and the black beam flew through the air. The bird folded it's wings in front of it, and the barrier of Protect formed. The beam struck, and the bird grunted. Krom looked at the bird, and blinked. He called for the bird to close in, and the barrier dissipated. The bird stretched it's wings out, and it exploded forward.
Moving with exceptional speeds, the bird closed in. Krom called for Mega Kick, and the legs of the bird began to glow. It rolled, coming down with it's legs. Striking with it's legs like blades, the croc stumbled back. Krom then called for Flamethrower, and the disarmed croc was seared, and hissed before falling back. Alder called for Rock Slide, and the rocks began to come out of the air, as if from another realm. Talonflame flew back, avoiding the rocks as they crashed into the ground. Dust erupted as the rocks began to cover the field, and the audience began to cough. Talonflame whipped it's wings about, dispersing the dust. When the dust cleared, the croc laid defeated on the ground, covered in rocks.
Alder returned the Pokemon. "Very good. A second Pokemon with access to rock moves and Talonflame still doesn't give in. Makes me wonder what the Kalos region is like. Maybe I'll venture there one day." he said, chuckling before throwing his third Pokeball. Out erupted an Accelgor, the ninja bug wrapped in it's signature membrane. Alder laughed. "According to research, Accelgor is the fifth fastest Pokemon in history, not counting Kalos of course. Let's see how you do against that." he said. He called for Sludge Bomb, and the brown globs of sludge flying across the field. The bird
ascended, dodging the globs of poisonous fluid. Alder then called for signal Beam, and the Pokemon unfolded it's arms and launched a beam from the end of it's hand. Talonflame avoided the attack, and Alder called for Giga Drain. The bug began to race around in circles, and a green halo formed. The halo shot out tendrils of energy that struck Talonflame, absorbing the Pokemon's energies.
Talonflame grunted. Alder smiled. "Good, now hold that and use Toxic." he called, and the bug spat a stream of poison that struck Talonflame, causing a darkened patch of skin to form over it's beak. It grunted, purple energy cackling around it. Krom had to think of something, but couldn't. The Pokemon opened it's eyes, and seethed. Talonflame tucked it's wings in, and began lifting them and spreading them. Cawing loudly, the Pokemon snapped it's wings apart, breaking the bug's hold on it. The bird glared, then nose-dived at the bug. Reaching the bug, Talonflame moved with speed, clenching it in it's talons. Krom called for Talonflame to ascend, and the bird changed it's direction, grunting as the poisonous energy cackled around it.
Once in the air, the Pokemon rolled, obeying a command for Seismic Toss. Climbing higher, the bird flew in circles before spinning and throwing the bug to the ground, where it crashed and burned against the ground. Dust rose up, which Talonflame dispersed with Gust. When the dust cleared, the Accelgor was defeated, groaning from the pain. Alder returned the bug, surprised. "That was faster than I expect. Then again, when two speed based Pokemon battle, can it really be slow?" he said, and Krom chuckled. Alder sent out his fourth Pokemon, a Braviary. Talonflame locked eyes with the bird, who was of similar size to the falcon. The eagle cawed, and the falcon responded with a fierce cry. Alder called for Brave Bird, and Krom mimicked.
The two Pokemon flapped their wings, ascending into the air. They both rolled, then dived straight down, coated in flame. Both Pokemon spread their wings at the same time, heading for a crash course. Both trainers called for the birds to move, and they launched into the air. Braviary charged, coated in shimmering blue energy, and Talonflame flew around, cawing before charging as well. Braviary flapped it's mighty wings, and ascended to avoid. Talonflame flew in a circle to avoid Braviary's lunge. Landing behind the eagle, the energy faded from around both Pokemon. Alder hummed, calling for Crush Claw. The claws of Braviary glew red, and the bird charged. Krom called for Wing Attack, and the bird charged forward, wings cloaked in white energy.
The bird rolled, jabbing it's legs out. Talonflame ducked, swinging it's wing up and striking the chest of the Braviary. The bird grunted, rolling away. Alder called for Steel Wing, and Krom called for Wing Attack. Both birds charged, and Braviary swung it's longer wing downward, but Talonflame leaned away, swinging it's wing. Braviary brought it's wing up to block, the metal appendage causing Talonflame to grunt. Alder called for Peck, and the long beak of the Braviary slammed into Talonflame, knocking it back. The bird spread it's wings, calling out. The bird screamed across the sky, shocking Braviary with it's speed. It flew past, striking Braviary in the chest with a clenched wing. The eagle stumbled back, but ruffled his feathers and glared.
"Impressive Pokemon. I bet Simba-sama raised it, huh?" he asked. Krom nodded. "I never heard of Kalos until he told me a little while ago. I was honestly shocked once I saw the bird. It made me wonder how such a fierce, beautiful Pokemon could be forbidden. In fact, it makes me wonder what other Pokemon there are in Kalos. Does Talonflame evolve? Does it have a base form, or forms? These are questions I'm forced to ask Simba, a Halfling who smuggled abandoned Pokemon who were forbidden from being used. Sad, isn't it?" he said, turning his gaze to Iris in the stands.
He turned back to the battle, and called for Triple Kick. The bird flew forward, and rolled. It jabbed it's feet out with speed, and Alder called for Gust. The eagle flapped it's wings hard, blowing Talonflame back, where the falcon cawed. Alder called for Aerial Ace, and the bird charged, swirling in circular patterns. The snow-white eyes of Talonflame watched carefully, and Krom called for Close Combat. Alder frowned, having never heard of a Talonflame with Close Combat before. The bird flew forward, rolling and jabbing it's leg at the eagle. The bird leaned to the side, and Talonflame's other clawed foot dug into the beak of Braviary. Pecking repeatedly, the falcon rolled, tossing the eagle toward the ground, where he spun and soared back up on a command of Steel Wing.
His arms coated in metal, the bird swung down again, similar to a blade. The falcon ducked, coming up with Wing Attack, uppercutting the bird. The eagle flapped his wing, grunting at the blow. Alder called for Rock Slide, and the bird cawed, and rocks began to fall from the sky, as if wrenched from another world. Krom called for Talonflame to use Flame Charge to avoid the attack, and the falcon flew forward, weaving around a rock, spiraling around three more, and making it to the eagle, rolling on it's next command.
The flame coated foot of Talonflame slammed into the beak of the Braviary, cracking it. The talons of the falcon wrapped around the eagle's beak, and a call of Seismic Toss, and the falcon flipped and threw the eagle to the ground, where it crashed. Dust erupted, and a call for Gust caused Talonflame to flap it's wings, and the dust dispersed, and Braviary was defeated. Alder returned the bird, nodding. "Very good. Tell me, what do you hope to accomplish as Unovan Champion?" he asked. Krom frowned. "I plan on becoming Grand Champion and restoring the empire of Ash Ketchum. It's been years since his death, and yet we act like we were barbarians, like my ancestors." he began, folding his arms and locking his gaze on Iris.
"I am a Halfling, and a Zekrom Halfling at that. A demigod Halfling as a champion would be different, and possibly give confidence to self-loathing Halflings around the world. With enough power, I can finally remove the laws tearing Kalos away from us, which may have caused an economical crash. Imagine it, a whole region, one bigger than any other I've heard, destroyed because you had a fit." he said, frowning. "I understand your daughter died. But you lived. The gods gave you that opportunity so you could get revenge. Instead of challenging the church, you cut off a beautiful region from the rest of us. Once I defeat the church, your daughter will be avenged. And as grand champion, I will restore everything your husband forged, but was soiled by the church." he said, looking up at her.
"Ash's friends turned against him. And they paid. Cilan was torn apart by Blutvinna. Homika killed Misty, and look what happened to Gary Oak. It seems that the gods gave you a heathen hammer to hold high in memory of your fallen family. Instead of your own power, it was me. And as that power, I declare that Kalos has access to Sinnoh, and will have access to Unova once I defeat Alder." he said, and Alder chuckled. "Impressive speech. But that doesn't mean you will win. You haven't even beat me yet." he said. Krom frowned, watching him send out his Volcarona. Krom looked to the exhausted falcon, who panted as it watched the moth flap it's large wings. Krom returned the bird, pulling another Pokeball from his waist.
"Come forth Asmodeous!" Krom called, and the ball opened. A light figure hit the ground, all four pink paws even. Fleshy bow like ribbons were upon different places on the body, like the tentacles of a monster. The pale, pupiless blue eyes were set on a face identical to Victini's, and ears larger than any of it's cousins. The Pokemon unleashed his cry, a deep bellow of 'Sylveon!' Krom smirked. "This is Sylveon, an Eeveelution from Kalos. What intrigued me about this demonic beast was his type; Fairy. A Fairy type Pokemon. Sounds odd. But, I knew Talonflame would grow tired, so I brought back up. Sylveon, use Swift." he called. The Pokemon smiled, and star like energy pulses erupted from around the Pokemon, and toward the bug. Volcarona simply rolled around, and Alder called for Fiery Dane. Flapping it's wings, the moth made a shield of flame to protect itself.
Krom smiled, looking at the shield. "Asmodeous, use Shadow Ball." he called. The ball appeared to form around the lips of the Pokemon, who then launched it. It struck the shield, dissipating in the flame. Krom hummed. He called for Dig, and the Pokemon leapt into the air, before burrowing into the ground. Alder frowned, and took the chance to call for Quiver Dance. The moth fluttered it's wings, quivering them and increasing it's power and speed, along with defense. Krom called for the Pokemon to attack, and the fox like Pokemon erupted from the ground, and missed completely. Krom smirked, and the bows of Sylveon wrapped around the Volcarona. Alder called for Bug Buzz, but Krom called for Hyper Beam. The black beam erupted, and the moth called out. An explosion rang out, and dust erupted.
Alder growled, calling for Bug Buzz, and Krom called for Swift. The fox erupted from the dust, launching the stars into the dust, slowly dissipating it. When the dust cleared, the moth floated up slowly, hissing. Krom called for Trump Card, and the card shaped energy blasts struck, forcing the bug back as Sylveon fell. Krom then called for Giga Impact, and the Pokemon rammed itself into the moth, defeating it. When the fox jumped away, it shook, and cleansed itself with ease. Alder returned his signature Pokemon. "That was crazy. I admit, I never though I'd see a Kalos Pokemon attack like that. Though, the odd choice in moves is something that irks me. Why not use a Fairy type move?" he asked. Krom shrugged. "Let's just say I don't like to gamble. For all I know, Volcarona could be immune to Fairy moves, or weak to them. I have no clue." he said, and Alder laughed. The champion threw out his last Pokemon, a Druddigon.
Krom laughed. He called for Moonblast, and Alder cursed. He called for Fire Punch, and the dragon charged forward, and the moon appeared in the sky. Asmodeous began to glow, and them launched a ball of energy that struck Druddigon, exploding and defeating it with ease. Alder returned the Pokemon, defeated. He nodded. "I'm honored to have had this battle. Krom Hitoawa, I'm happy to declare you the new Unova Pokemon League Champion!" he yelled, and the audience erupted. Krom smiled, and he sighed, looking to Iris, whose face was blank.
Krom stood with every Pokemon he's owned, and with Saria and Homika's Pokemon, which he was lent by Simba for the purpose of showing them off. Krom was granted a trophy, and he smiled, waving to the audience, and laughed. He already had the law passed to allow trade and flow from Kalos to Unova and Sinnoh, and Kanto was his next target. But first, a well deserved rest.
Simba was back in the village, and smiled as he walked into a sealed off section of the village, only accessible to Simba. He smiled, petting the Chespin that he could adopt out soon. Under a tree were Fennekin, gnawing on twigs while Froakie watched from the trees above. Fletchling and Talonflame flew about, greeting Simba with chirps. He passed a pond, where Clauncher and Skrelp nodded to him, and he smiled back. He pulled a leaf from a tree, and handed the leaf to a young Pancham. Helioptile bathed in sunlight, and Litleo trained using their signature move, War Cry. A Noivern screeched from the sky, and Simba gave a yell back. Scatterbug and Spewpa scuttled about, led by a female Vivillion. A Gogoat grunted, and he laughed, petting the tall Pokemon. He picked up a small flower, smiling at the tiny Flabebe upon it.
He placed the flower down carefully, using Ingrain to replace the roots of the flower. He went deeper, and knelt before a massive tree. "My Lord, My Lady." he said. They nodded. "Krom Hitoawa has opened your homeland up to Unova and Sinnoh. He plans on resting, then heading for Kanto." he stated, and they nodded whence more. The lady smiled. "Very good. I can't wait until things are back to normal. What about you Ne?" she asked. The Lord laughed. "Of course. Make sure he makes it. If anyone makes a threat against him, make sure they feel the wrath of The Forgotten Gods." he said.
Simba nodded. "Of course. Krom shall have a great time. I have gathered that Kyurem has been injured, do I bring him here?" he asked. They nodded. "Yes. Our cousin would do the same for us." he said. She concurred. "Make sure he get's the best treatment. Go." Simba nodded. "Yes My Lady. Lady Yveltal, Lord Xerneas, I bid you farewell." he said, pupils narrowed to slits. The church was growing restless, and had attacked Kyurem, who had been injured. If the church didn't calm down, they would have to feel the wrath of The Forgotten Gods.
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