Chapter 1
Issei was walking towards the cave he would reside in during his training with the Dragon King Tainin until he saw a relic room and some strange things.
"Huh, I don't think I've seen these patterns before, or even these items... is this something related to the Greek Faction or something?"
Issei said as he looked at some writing on a stone slab until he saw the words change into Japanese as Issei read the passage himself.
"In a land of myth and a time of magic, the destiny of ancient land was in the hands of a warrior who could bring peace to the warring clans and end the bloodshed spilled many years ago. Ancient creatures roamed the land, and humans wished to understand them better. Still, unfortunately, there was a power that made the Noble Clans Guardians rampage and destroyed the clans until the blood continued to spill until none remained." Issei read aloud as he looked at the pictures to reveal many clans and lives being taken by massive creatures that rampaged through their villages.
The scene horrified Issei as he swallowed his spit at the picture. "That's…..that's awful. These odd creatures wiped out an entire region. What happened to the Guardians? What made them attack the people they were sworn to protect?" Issei asked himself until he saw the words glow brightly until a voice spoke to him.
[The Chosen One has been selected.] A strong feminine voice said as the glowing words leaped out of the slab and began to surround him like a tornado until a bright light blinded Issei.
He then opened his eyes to gasp in a prominent black place where he had just realized that he was free falling from the air. "Okay, why am I falling?! Ahhhh!!!!"
Issei watched as his phone suddenly flew out of his pocket. "Eh?! My phone too?! You've got to be kidding me!"
Issei said as he tried to reach out for it until he saw a bright golden light form in front of him that took on the form of a tall woman who looked like a real Goddess, which made the girls of the ORC ashamed. Issei was in awe of her beauty until the woman spoke some words that he couldn't hear clearly but caught pieces of what she said.
[Guardians……Save…….People…..Survive…..Love……And Grow….] She said before a white light blinded Issei until he blacked out.
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…." H…"
………."He….."
………….."Hey! You okay, kid?" A loud voice shouted as Issei groaned, hearing this until he opened his eyes to see that a tall man was right before him.
The man reassured him as Issei looked around him before Issei stopped once he calmed down. "Hey, you okay, kid? You fell from the sky and landed in the ocean. You are lucky these two pulled you out; otherwise, you would've been in trouble." The man said as a small critter and an otter-like creature cheered as they saw him wake up.
"What? Who are you? Where am I? And….Who am I?" Issei asked as he noticed what looked like that of an otter with a shell on its belly, which tilted its head in what seemed to be curiosity until the critter suddenly jumped the brunette from earlier.
The two began to cheer that he was okay until the man laughed at them. "Hehe. It seems they've taken a liking to you. So amnesia, huh? Well, I can't just leave you alone in the wild. It's not safe out here without a place to sleep. Come with me. I can get you a place for the night, but I could use your help. I need some help catching some critters."
Issei rose a brow at this and asked for clarification. "Critters?"
The man realized this boy had amnesia before explaining as best as he could to him. "I'm talking about Pokemon, from the little critters next to you to the big monsters in the Hisui Region. I should mention where you are, too, since you seemed lost after you quite literally fell from the sky."
Issei nodded as the man hit his hand with a fist, as a look of realization appeared on his face. "Oh! I should introduce myself. My name is Professor Laventon. It's a pleasure to meet you."
Issei nodded back as he tried to introduce himself. "My name is... um..." He said as he tried to remember just his first name until a voice spoke to him.
[Issei Hyoudou...]
Issei jumped at the deep and stern voice; he then looked around to identify the speaker before he raised a brow at the name he was told. 'Is that... my name?'
He decided to go with it as he introduced himself to the Professor. "...My name is Issei Hyoudou. Nice to meet you too, Professor."
"Quiiiillll!"
"Oshaaaa!"
The Professor smiled at this as he helped him up from the sandy beach. "Come on. Let me help you get a bed for the night, but I need to ask you to help catch some of those Pokémon." He said as he held out a strange ball for him. "It's simple. Throw the ball, and the Pokémon go into them. I need help catching a rowdy Shinx and a little cheerful Starly."
Issei grabbed the weird-looking ball before he tilted his head in confusion. The critter and the otter seemed confused, too, as they both tilted their heads after somehow getting onto Issei's shoulders without him noticing. "So... I need to throw this at the... Shinx and Starly? Am I saying those names right?"
Laveton nodded as Issei looked at the two Pokémon, thanks to the pictures that the Professor showed him, and threw two of the strange balls at them both and caught them quite quickly after a few shakes. "It's that easy?" Issei asked as the Professor chuckled a little before he shook his head. "Oh, they were easy to catch since they both were low-level Pokémon."
Issei's eyes widened at this information and asked. "There's higher leveled Pokemon in this place?"
Laventon nodded as he explained to Issei. "Yes. However, they're too dangerous for you to try and catch at the moment. You'll need Pokemon, and stronger ones at that, to protect you if you want to catch stronger Pokemon for your future team."
Issei nodded at this info as Laventon helped Issei to the village, known as Jubilife Town, which made the world traveler look at his surroundings in amazement at the town. "Woah. Incredible. This is a city?"
"That's right. Best we talk to the boss in charge to get you a bed for the night."
Issei simply nodded at this before Laventon pointed over to some food stand. "Why don't you sit by the table until I grab the boss? You could bond with Oshawott and Cyndaquil, who've been on your shoulders this whole time."
Issei was surprised to see the two on his shoulders since he didn't feel any weight on either of his shoulders. Still, he just nodded as he went to the table and looked at the two hitchhikers with interest until a buzz came from his pocket. He looked at the strange device until a voice spoke to him. [It's your phone. I think you lost your memories due to the travel between our world and this world. I can help you recover them. Your name is Issei Hyoudou. You are from Japan, and your dream is to be a Harem King.]
When Issei heard the words, Harem King, he began to feel some of his memories return, but not completely. 'Okay, I know I'm not supposed to be here.' Issei looked around to make sure no one was around. Thankfully the hitchhikers had left already. Issei then looked at his left arm. "Ddraig? Are you there?"
His arm glowed as the dragon replied to his partner. [Yes. I am here. Your memories are returning little by little but remember the ORC. Rias Gremory. Asia Argento. Yuuto Kiba, Akeno Himejima, Irina Shido. Xenovia Quatra, Raynare, Riser Phoenix, Vali Lucifer, Azazel, and The Red Dragon Emperor. Oh, and check your pocket. It appears your phone is still ringing.]
Issei nodded and pulled out his phone, finally noticing the differences since, at first, it was a simple smartphone, but now it seemed to be some high-tech gizmo that looked like it was from the future.
'Did something happen to my phone when I got here?' Issei pondered as he hit the answer button before putting the phone to his ear. "Hello?"
[Ah! You finally answered! Hello Issei Hyoudou, I apologize for sending you to the Hisui Region so abruptly.] The voice said apologetically before Issei's eyes flashed as he recalled what happened before gasping. "Wait a minute. That was you!?"
[I'm sorry, but there was a problem when I sent you to the Hisui region. Your memories were messed with due to the travel, so I apologize for the inconvenience. You should be able to recover them all by tomorrow morning. My name is Arceus, and I must ask you to help the region.] Arceus said as Issei looked at his arm for a moment after her explanation until Ddraig spoke to him. [I'll take over for now.]
Issei then clutched his head before his face turned serious as his eyes turned green. "Hello, Arceus. I'm assuming you're familiar with me."
[A sudden change of voice... Ah! You must be Ddraig. It's a pleasure speaking to Issei's partner and brother figure.]
Ddraig nodded as he spoke to Arceus, a bit wary of the woman for snatching his partner from his home and bringing him to this unknown place. "I'm a little pissed at you and worried for my partner since you brought him to this unknown place with weird creatures."
[He'll be fine. You and I are going to make sure of that, right?] Arceus asked as if she was questioning Ddraig's loyalty to his partner, which made the Dragon hold back a hiss at the woman until he nodded as Arceus smiled from the phone. [I trust the Professor and this village. Once Issei has the experience, he'll be ready to battle the trials he'll have to face eventually. I'll leave you and Issei alone for now. Also, I think those two Pokémon, Oshawott and Cyndaquil, really like him. Trust them, just like how your partner trusts you.] She said before hanging up on him.
Ddriag sighed at the woman's words before he spoke to Issei in a hushed tone. "You can take over now. Bye for now, partner." Ddraig said before letting Issei take over again, as he could see a bowl in front of him as the older man looked at him. "You seem like a good boy, but…. you are an interesting foreigner. Tell me, are you perhaps from outside of Hisui?"
Issei looked around before he scratched his head with a sheepish grin. "Eheheheh. You could say that." Issei then let out a sigh. "I honestly hadn't the foggiest idea of where I was until Professor Laventon found me."
The older man nodded as he replied. "I can tell you are confused by your new surroundings but know that I think the Professor can help you. Those Pokémon in his lab seem to trust him, which is surprising since not many Pokémon are as trusting as those two that were with you, but I can tell your special. I have a feeling you are here for a reason. This older man knows a few things. Hohoho!"
Issei smiled lightly at the man's words as he thanked him for the food and his kindness. "Thank you...er..."
"Just call me Benji, and the food is on the house for now. If you join the Galactic Federation, you'll have to start paying for the food, heeheehee!" Benji had said with a grin.
Issei smiled in thanks as he enjoyed the Mochi until Laventon came back and smiled at him. "Good to see you are doing well. Old Benji is a sucker for kids. Oh, and great news. You can stay, and I want to grant you the chance to prove yourself to the Galactic Federation. The boss wants you to capture three Pokémon of different species tomorrow and should you prove yourself in the trial tomorrow. You'll become a member of our Federation and be trained to learn our ways. You interested?" The Professor asked as Issei smiled at this and nodded.
"Yes. I'm in."
"Wonderful. Oh, and wait until you see the room. It's one of the best rooms we have in town." Laventon said as he led Issei to his room, which was amicable and even had an entrance to a bath house. "Here's your room. Well temporary for now. What do you think?"
Issei's jaw dropped at the sight before he shook his head and grinned sheepishly. "Ah. Now I feel like your boss is spoiling me."
Laventon laughed lightly at him before replying. "My boss may be a little harsh sometimes, but she's nice once you get to know her."
"Oh? Which means that you should be working right now, correct?" A harsh, stern voice said as Laventon froze before turning around as he chuckled nervously.
"Uh…Hi Cyllene. Oh, right, this is Issei."
"I know. A pleasure to meet you. This isn't a permanent home but a temporary home for now, whether you complete the trial tomorrow or not. Tomorrow you'll catch four Pokémon and will have those two with you. Bring a full team with you and challenge a member of my Federation and win. Should you do that, you'll join us." Cyllene said coldly, making the Professor pale as a sheet before speaking to her.
"But ma'am, isn't that a bit extreme?" Laventon asked as the woman turned and glared at him challengingly. "Oh? Didn't you say he was special and would easily pass the trial tomorrow? I decided to push him a little. There's no problem with that, right, Professor?" She asked in a sweet but scary voice until the Professor nodded happily.
"O-Of course. Hehehehe."
Issei felt a bead of sweat roll down his head. 'This woman is giving me serious Sona vibes... but I'm not complaining!'
Cyllene turned to Issei and looked at him dead before speaking to him. "You just thought of something lewd, didn't you?"
'AND SHE'S A MIND READER?!'
"No. You had the face of a horny boy. I hate horny boys and girls. Also, I'm above your age and not a cradle robber." Cyllene said as she left the room while Laventon chuckled nervously before turning to Issei.
"Sorry about her. She means well but can be very…..strict at times."
"It's fine. That just means she does her job very well."
"Yeah. She is a great woman with a wonderful personality, but she's married to her work. She's got a lot on her plate protecting the village and the requests we get all the time. I tell you that space-time rift is insane."
Issei rose a brow at that, but he'd ask about it tomorrow. 'I still think Cyllene is hot, though...'
[You are so lucky you turn eighteen in a month from now.]
'What? I don't see Cyllene sexually. She's beautiful.'
[Remember that she's older than you. Don't let your hormones make you look like a horny animal.]
'Got it.' "Thanks, Professor. See you in the morning." Issei said as the Professor left until he turned to see Cyndaquil and Oshawott in the room looking at Issei curiously until he looked at his clothes and saw that they were dirty until he saw a change of clothes in the dresser near the bed. "Huh. Thanks, Professor, but I need a bath." Issei said as he sniffed himself and almost gagged before heading to the baths but little did he know someone was already there.
"Wow. The bath looks amazing." Issei said as he went into the bath and settled himself in the hot bath water until he began to wash himself off. However, as soon as he reached for the soap, he grabbed something else that wasn't solid.
"Huh? What's this soft feeling?" Issei said as the steam lifted to reveal a naked blue-haired girl in the bath with a scar on her back. Her face turned a deep shade of red before she yelled so loud the Pokémon in the village covered their ears.
"Pervert!"
SLAP!
"Oh, come on! I haven't even done anything!" Issei said as he tried to speak to her while Ddraig was sighing at his partner's situation.
[...I'm getting very annoyed with that damn Goddess right now.]
The woman huffed at him as she turned her back to him. "….You were looking at my body. Oh no. I can't get married now. Forgive me, mother." She said as she went into the water and blew bubbles in the water as Issei looked at her.
"Uh….Miss?"
"Akari. My name is Akari. And who are you, Pervert Foreigner?" She asked as she hid her body in the water as Issei defended himself.
"Hey! My name is Issei, not Pervert Foreigner, and what do you think Cyllene will do if she finds out." He asked as Akari stayed silent until she spoke to him.
"…..Did you see it? My scar. Did you see it? And be honest, or I'll slash your butt if you lie." She said darkly as she drew a dagger from nowhere.
'Where did that come from?!' Issei asked himself as Akari was still looking away from him until he replied. "Yes. I saw it. What is it? If you don't mind me asking!" He said quickly until Akari sighed.
"It's a scar I got from a mission. An Alpha attacked me for intruding on its territory."
Issei rose a brow at this before speaking to Ddraig. 'An Alpha.'
[Partner. If you don't leave the springs right now, I'll remove the very thing that makes you a man.]
When Akari turned around, she was surprised to see Issei was gone. "H-Huh? Where'd he go?"
"I-I'm just inside my room! Um... I'll wait until you're finished!"
Akari pondered what happened until Issei looked at his reflection in the mirror and asked the Dragon in his body. "What the Hell, Ddraig?! Why did you do that to me?"
[You were about to invade her privacy. Didn't you hear her fear when saying that word? Alphas are not to be trifled with. They are leaders and don't take kindly to strangers walking into their territory. Accident or no accident. They'll attack any threat. It's the same for us Dragons, although I don't think she meant an Alpha Dragon. I'm pretty sure she was talking about an Alpha Pokemon.] Ddriag said before Issei asked the dragon about the critters he was told about from the Professor.
"An Alpha Pokemon, perhaps?"
"That's right." Issei turned to see Akari, but thankfully she was fully dressed. "Alpha Pokemon are Pokemon but are much bigger and are very easy to irritate," Akari said before she narrowed her eyes at Issei. "You're not from around here, are you, boy?"
Issei deadpanned at being called a boy as he spoke in his mind. 'She's the same age as me.' "Uh….Not exactly."
"Oh? Well, then, Professor Laventon must've brought you here. I wish you luck in the trial tomorrow. The baths are free, and enjoy the soap. It's Oran Berry scented. It helps rehydrate your skin." Akari said as she walked away before leaving Issei alone in the bathhouse.
"Huh. She's nice, after all, but that scar. It looked more like a slash from a claw or something. What kind of Pokémon did that?" Issei asked himself aloud before Ddraig spoke to him.
[I'm not sure, but I believe we might see it tomorrow. For now, we should bathe and get some sleep. Hopefully, those two Pokémon that followed you haven't destroyed the room.]
"Oh! And by the way, we're roommates should you pass!" Akari said as Issei had a spit take from his drink at the bath. "E-Ehhhhhhh?!"
Akari looked at him as she giggled at his reaction. "Mother was right. It works every time." She said as she went to the door next to Issei's room before entering it and sighing as she drifted away to La-La Land.
Issei looked at the room across from him until he put on the change of clothes. He saw Cyndaquil and Oshawott sleeping on each other until Issei smiled at the two. "Hehe. Goodnight, you two." He said as they chirped sleepily at him and smiled at the affection until Issei yawned as he went to sleep next to them.
The Next Day...
Issei began to open his eyes to see Akari, Cyndaquil, Oshawott, and some yellow mouse looking at him as he lay in his futon. "Rise and shine, roomie. Better get up, or Cyllene will be on your butt."
Issei groaned a bit as he got up while Akari had a meal set out for him Cyndaquil and Oshawott cheered for him to hurry up as Akari giggled at them both. "They wanted to eat with you, so it's best you don't keep them waiting," Akari said as Issei got dressed in the clothes for him until he looked at the cloak.
'This reminds me of the Akatsuki Cloak. Awesome.' He said as he came out with Akari wolf whistling at him.
"Not bad, darling." She said before slapping her hands over her mouth as the name dumbfounded Issei.
"….Huh?"
"W-Well, you saw me naked, and now my innocence is taken, so you need to take responsibility for your actions!" Akari shouted as Issei was shocked that he was just told he had a wife.
'How is that even possible?'
"Well, my family has a tradition that should I show my scar or my body to a man or woman that shows no ill intentions towards me, then I'm to marry them. My mother saw us in the bath, so……."
Issei blinked in a dumbfounded manner. "U-Um, who is your mother, if you don't mind me asking?" 'Please don't be Cyllene. I want to live still and have my girlfriends to return to!'
"Oh, my mother is Cyllene. She's my mother and married my father even though he was a commoner." Akari said happily as she began to eat her breakfast while the other Pokémon ate as well until she looked at Issei, who was shocked at the information until Akari asked him nervously. "Uh….is something wrong, Issei? Is the food not to your liking?"
'Cyllene is gonna fucking kill me!' Issei recalled what Akari said before he shook his head with a nervous smile. "Oh no! The food is great! I'm just a little nervous about the trial, is all."
Akari nodded as she looked at him once more. "Oh, and don't worry about mother. She only knows the bathhouse. She doesn't know you peeped on me."
"It was an accident!" Issei shouted before Akari shushed him.
"Shh! Keep your voice down! Do you want my mother to hear you? She'll sterilize you and make you, biologically, a woman, which is why we need to keep it a secret from my mother. I want my husband to have his manhood now; eat your breakfast, or I'll force you to eat."
Issei blushed profusely when Akari mentioned that she wanted Issei to keep his manhood for her. "U-Um, don't you think this relationship is going quickly? No offense to you, but we had only just met last night." Issei asked as he began to eat his food, but still feeling a little flustered.
Akari smiled as she put his head on her shoulder and patted his head. "It's not a problem. We're both young adults, between 17 and 18, so we can get married here as long as my mother approves and gives us the license. As your future wife, it's my job to ensure you are well rested and don't do anything stupid. Now please eat. After all, it would be a waste if the food wasn't eaten." She said confidently, which made Issei feel small as Ddraig whistled at her.
[So you are the bride, Huh? When is the wedding? Am I the best man?]
'Ddraig….Shut up. My wife is a badass, and in case you forgot, I'm not even supposed to be here. I'm supposed to be training with Tainin, but I'm here now, and I have to go along with this. Also, Akari reminds me a little of the Church Trio girls. I like her.'
Akari called out to him from outside the door, much today his surprise, at her speed. "Hey! You coming or not?"
"Right, sorry!"
'Wait! How?!'
[Don't mind the details, NOW MOVE IT!!]
'Yes, Ddraig! Bye, Ddraig!'
[Bye, partner.]
Issei rushed out to see Akari and the yellow mouse-like creature until the Professor came along and smiled at him. "Hope you had a good night's rest because today it's time for the trial. Like Lady Cyllene said. Capture Four Pokémon and defeat the opponent she chose for you to do battle with. We'll be heading to the Obsidian Fieldlands to begin your trail. You'll have three hours to catch the four Pokémon, and at Noon you'll have an hour to train and bond with them until you face your opponent. Do you understand?" The Professor asked as Issei nodded.
"Yes. Let's do this!"
"I love your energy. Akari would join, but she has an assignment that she needs to complete."
"Indeed. I'll see you later, Issei. And good luck." She said before pecking his cheek and leaving the duo alone at the gate.
Issei blinked dumbfounded until Cyndaquil and Oshawott chuckled at their friend's expressions until the Professor spoke to him. "Oh! And since Oshawott and Cyndaquil aren't your Pokemon, you cannot take them with you."
Issei's eye began to twitch. 'Ddraig, I'm relying on you.'
[Sort of saw this coming, but whatever.]
"So what Pokemon do you recommend I catch?"
"I would highly suggest catching a Shinx and Starly again since those two are quite useful. As for the two others, I think a Buizel and Ponyta would suit you but watch out for the Alpha Rapidash and Alpha Floatzel. Unless you have the set to capture them, then go right ahead!"
Issei was surprised by the Professor's enthusiasm until Issei looked at the Pokeballs and smiled at both Cyndaquil and Oshawott as he tossed two of them at the two Pokémon and caught them with no resistance. "Huh. Well, what do you know? They are my Pokémon now." Issei said as the Professor was dumbfounded until he led Issei to the fields where he saw the area and was amazed by the scenery. "Wow. This is incredible. I'll be back."
"Okay, but be careful. Reports of a strange but rare Ponyta is here in these parts, so be cautious of the Alpha's around you." The Professor said as he waved Issei a farewell as Issei's trial had begun.
"Okay, so Ponyta, Buizel, Shinx, and Starly but the Alpha's seem more powerful. How strong are they anyway?" Issei asked himself as he skipped some Bidoofs before looking at some Shinx's playing with each other until a larger and more mature Luxio came out as it had large red eyes. "Oh! So that's an Alpha."
Issei didn't move an inch after he said that, as the Luxio was watching him. The Luxio walked up to Issei and sniffed him a bit. What happened next greatly confused Issei. Luxio rubbed itself against Issei and began purring. He could only stare at the electric lion with widened eyes. 'What the fuck?'
The Luxio bowed to Issei as it began to lick his left hand before rubbing his head against it until the affectionate cat caught Issei off guard until Ddraig explained. [It's your aura. Alpha's respect power, and since your presence is much more potent. It respects you since you made no move to threaten its pride.] Ddraig said as Luxio looked at Issei before gesturing to the Shinx's of its pride until one stood out to Issei, and it was a Shinx that had a scar over one of its eyes that was very strong as it had a leadership aura about it until Ddraig replied. [I believe this Alpha permits you to catch a suitable member from its Pride.]
Issei nodded before he kneeled to the small Shinx. The Shinx looked over Issei before it nodded as if it had found a suitable mate. The Shinx then climbed onto Issei before it rested on his head. "...Isn't this what cats do?"
[Shinx are like lion cubs Issei, so they're relatives to cats.]
Issei nodded as the Shinx went into the Pokeball without hesitation until Issei proceeded to see some Wrumple's, Beautifly's, Bidoofs, and Starley's that he and his team had taken down quickly.
"Hmm….Maybe instead of a Starly, a Beautifly or Dustox might be a better choice since these Starly are so easy to deal with like those Buizels, and only that Ponyta with blue flames interested me and showed me its determination. Are there no stronger Pokémon here?" Issei asked himself until he saw a strange Pokémon mimic his movements as he spoke. "Uh…..Hi! And you are?"
"Mime Jr. Mime."
Issei looked at the Mime Jr. for a while, which the said Pokemon copied for ten minutes.
"Huh. You are an interesting Pokémon, aren't you, little one?" Issei asked as the Copycat nodded as it hugged Issei's leg and grabbed a ball. It gestured to itself before tapping the ball. "So you want to come with me?" He asked as Mime Jr. nodded before it tapped the ball and was caught quickly. "Huh. Three down and one to go. As much as I want to catch an Alpha, that Rapidash, Krikitune, and Staraptor are vicious ones that I should avoid now."
Issei said before he then felt someone tap his shoulder. He then turned around to see a Floatzel with glowing red eyes. "Well, hello, Floatzel."
The Floatzel looked at him with rage before it blasted a powerful Water Gun that made Issei run from it until he summoned the Boosted Gear.
"Shit! That Floatzel is persistent." He said as he boosted himself twice before picking up a Boulder and throwing it at him made the Floatzel fire a Water Pulse at it that shattered the rock until Issei charged at it and sent a strong left hook into its chest that made it gasp for air as Issei saw it skid back a couple of good feet.
'That flotation device on it will absorb some of the blows, but I know it felt pain, so do I run or fight? Even if I fought with my Pokémon, they gained experience as well. Hmm…..'
[Issei, no fighting the Alphas.]
'But Ddra-.'
[No, I won't have you dying because of your stupidity.] Issei pouted before he groaned. "Ugh! Fine!"
[Thank you, partner~.] Issei grumbled as he left. He just decided to defeat half of the Bidoof population.
Issei sat on the ground after about an hour as he looked annoyed when facing the weak little Bidoofs, Wrumples, and some brave Starly's until a Beautifly surprisingly gave him a good fight. "Funny how the bugs were better contenders than the real birds. Ugh...Come on! My team and I need some real strength and power." Issei said as he looked at the Arc Phone and saw the Alpha marks as he pondered which ones to face.
"I know Luxio, Krikitune, Rapidash, and Staraptor are Alphas. Floatzel too, but there's got to be some we can face gaining more power." Issei pondered loudly until a screech alerted him as a Starly flew down towards him and shrieked at him as it challenged him.
"Wow. That bird is either brave or dumb. Still, I admire its guts. Okay, Starly. Show me what you can do." Issei said as he summoned the Boosted Gear and Shinx at his side.
The Shinx seemed to have gotten stronger over the many fights she had. Issei currently had Shinx, a blue Ponyta, and a Mime Jr along with his Cyndaquil and Oshawott. Issei clashed with the Starly and defeated it very quickly, but the small bird was persistent and refused to surrender, which he admired greatly, so once he was sure the bird was defeated, he captured it and named it a unique title.
"I think I'll call you...Isa. For your strength and fiery spirit." Issei said as he arrived back at Jubilife Town before he saw Professor Laventon and Akari along with Cyllene at the far side of the village near an arena of sorts.
Issei showed them all his four Pokémon, which Cyllene accepted as she observed before patting his back. "Good work. You've passed the first part of the trial. And now the second one. You shall be facing my daughter in a three-on-three battle. You have one hour to choose who you will use in battle. See you at the training grounds." Cyllene said as she and Akari left Issei and the Professor until he snickered at her. "Good luck, my friend. One hour."
Issei was dumbfounded. "Okay, I guess I'm fighting my wife."
[Beat her to the ground.]
'Pokemon battle Ddraig, please calm down.'
Issei looked at his team and nodded. "I'll choose Shinx, Mime Jr., and Ponyta as the fighters. Oshawott and Cyndaquil will be too much for the battle, while Starly needs more training before facing stronger foes."
Issei looked at Starly, who accepted this, while Oshawott and Cyndaquil agreed to them until Issei prepared his three members.
One Hour Later…..
"As the leader of the Galactic Federation, I, Cyllene, will be the referee for this three-on-three battle. No time limit. Summon your first Pokémon." Cyllene shouted as Issei and Akari nodded.
"Go Pikachu!/Shinx!" The Electric Mouse and the Electric Lion Cub growled at the mouse before Cyllene nodded. "Begin!"
Issei popped his neck before one of his eyes turned green. 'I thought you weren't going to help me?'
[I'm allowing you to see the Pokemon's stats and moves without drawing suspicion. Until you get your Pokedex, you're stuck with me.]
'Very well, now let's win this!'
"Alright! Use Bite Shinx!" Issei yelled as Shinx, but Pikachu's tail as Akari countered.
"Use Iron Tail!" She said as Pikachu tried to use it, but the pain from the Bite grew until Shinx began to somehow use ice on it.
"That's Ice Fang! It must be a move it gained from its parents. Now continue using Ice Fang!" Issei shouted as Akari tried to counter until Pikachu was a frozen statue. Cyllene nodded as she called the match. "Pikachu is unable to battle. Akari. Please call your next Pokémon."
Akari scowled lightly after returning Pikachu. "You just got lucky, Issei! Scyther! Let's go!" Akari then sent out what seemed to be a green mantis with wings, making Issei blink owlishly. "What the heck is that thing?"
Issei's eye revealed it to be a bug type until he nodded. "Okay. We're ready." Issei said a Shinx smiled at this before the gong was hit.
"Scyther! Sword Slash!" Scyther charged at Shinx, glowing red until it used its claws to cut Shinx and scored a good hit until Shinx fired a thundershock at the bug type until Issei could tell Shinx was struck pretty hard from that attack.
'So Sword Slash allows it to increase its Attack and then slice its foes. A powerful move, but I can tell Shinx scored it well with Thundershock.' "Shinx! Use Ice Fang while it's paralyzed!" Issei shouted as Shinx charged at the Scyther until it bit the claws and began to freeze it until Akari smiled.
"I was hoping you would do that. Scyther! Use Slash!" Akari yelled as Scyther slashed Shinx as the bug threw the cub away before Shinx got up slowly as it panted heavily from the Slash attack until it almost collapsed as it didn't want to give into defeat. "Sh…..In…."
Issei immediately saw this and frowned before turning to Cyllene. "I forfeit Shinx from the battle. She's too injured to continue."
Both Cyllene and Akari were stunned when Issei said this before the daughter seemed a little bit annoyed by this. "What do you mean?! She's still standing!"
Issei's eyes glared darkly at Akari with a scowl, making her flinch. "Are you telling me you'd rather my Shinx fight until it goes down with a potential injury?!" He asked accusingly while Akari was surprised by how angry Issei got until she noticed the Shinx was trembling as it kept itself standing.
Cyllene gained a new ounce of respect for Issei before she nodded. "Your request has been acknowledged. Shinx has forfeited. The winner is Scyther!"
Issei picked up Shinx and set it on the bench before grabbing his next one. "Let's go, Ponyta!" The flame horse neighed in the air until it charged at Scyther with a Flame Wheel that sent that bug type flying. A burn effect then scorched it as Issei smirked at this.
"Ready for Round 2?" Issei asked as Akari fired back.
"Bring it on. Scyther, Use Fury Attack!"
"Counter with Flame Wheel!" Issei and Akari shouted as the two clashed with slashes against flame wheels until the Bug-type lost the clash as the burn effect took away its remaining strength until Cyllene called the match.
"Scyther is unable to battle. Ponyta is the winner. Akari. Your final Pokémon."
Ponyta grinned, if that was even possible, at Issei as he gave Ponyta a thumbs up until Cyllene finally noticed something different about the flame horse. "Issei, Ponyta's usually have a red fire. Where did you find this one?"
"Oh, it was near the Alpha Rapidash, which I somehow managed to get away from."
Cyllene accepted this as she looked at the Ponyta for a moment before Akari chose her final Pokémon. "Go, Staravia!" She shouted as evolved Starley came out and chirped excitingly until Ponyta readied itself before Cyllene began the match. "Begin!"
Issei narrowed his eyes. 'This might be a problem.'
[It is a problem since that bird has Sand-Attack.]
'So she plans to blind my Ponyta. Not if she can't keep up.' "Ponyta, use Flame Charge!"
Ponyta neighed loudly as it charged at Staravia, but the bird flew out of the way. The horse continued to do so as Staravia tried to strike it with either Air Slash or Sand Attack, but Ponyta was faster than the bird. Issei smiled at this as he saw an opening. "Now use Bounce, then Stomp!" Issei commanded as Ponyta leaped into the air and slammed its hooves on the bird's back until Issei gave it one final command.
"Flame Charge!" Ponyta neighed loudly as it rushed at Staravia and sent it flying at Akari until it passed out.
Cyllene nodded at this as she concluded the match.
"Staravia is unable to battle. Ponyta wins, which means Issei is the victor and has passed the trial."
Issei smiled brightly before he walked up to his Ponyta and rubbed her back. But what surprised Akari and Cyllene was that the flames didn't hurt Issei.
[Issei! Stop petting the Ponyta.]
'Why?'
[They noticed that your hand didn't burn.]
Issei froze up before he winced. 'I just fucked up, didn't I?'
[BIG time.]
Cyllene was surprised by this and smiled. "Takes quite a bond for a Ponyta to let one touch its flames. That means she truly trusts you. Amazing how you met her for only one day and bonded with her quickly. I'm impressed truly." She said as Akari looked at Ponyta's blue flames and was mesmerized by its color. "So pretty. Ponyta's only let those it trusts ride it, much less touch its mane. Your incredible, Issei."
[Huh. Never mind. We're good.]
Issei sighed in relief before he smiled. "Huh. Well, what do you know."
Cyllene smiled at the odd boy as he spoke with Akari while helping her heal her team as the Professor congratulated Issei on his success.
"Hm. Perhaps he can help with the Diamond Clan's situation." She said as she looked at the message in her hand before shaking her head. "No. Not until we have more information. He's not ready to face a Noble Pokémon or as well call them, the Clan Guardians."
Later...
"Wait, so you're my roommate now?" Issei asked at the dinner table as Akari pumped her chest proudly at the fact.
"Yup! I convinced my mom that it's cold for teammates to bond with each other. So now I can be your wife for real!"
Issei deadpanned at that tidbit of information before asking the girl. "You're still on that?"
"Well, duh! You saw me-!"
"I know what I saw! Do you want Cyllene to hear us?" The door to the house opened to reveal Cyllene as she welcomed Issei and gave him the official badge of the Galactic Federation and the Rank: No Star until she told the two to get some sleep for tomorrow since Issei would be given his first assignment.
The next day, Issei woke up before his roommate and began to bathe first before he went to help Akari with breakfast, after getting dressed in his Galactic Federation attire, which made him look very cool until Cyllene knocked on the door. "Hello. Do you mind if I join you both for breakfast? It pertains to Issei's first official mission." She said as she had a file out before putting it on the table.
Issei nodded at her as he and Akari sat at the table with the food set up. "Of course. Feel free to join us."
Cyllene nodded at the invite before she joined Issei and Akari. "I'm assuming you two have taken being roommates well?"
Akari nodded with a smile. "Indeed! Plus, he's such a great cook!" Issei chuckled as he was the one cooking for once, even though he seemed used to cooking in an old-fashioned way. 'Thank you, Grandpa Juzo.'
"Good. Just know that no illicit activity unless you are married. Understood?" Cyllene said with a glare that scared both of them as they were reminded of how terrifying mothers can be.
"Y-Yes, Mother!/Cyllene-sama!"
"Good. Now it concerns the Noble Guardian Pokémon of the Pearl Clan. They've been at war with the Diamond Clan for so long. Still, unfortunately, it appears the Guardian of the Pearl Clan is acting like a berserker because of a strange lightning bolt that struck the Guardian home, and since then, it's been attacking both people and Pokémon. We've sent others to calm it down, but…….they haven't returned." Cyllene said before sipping her tea as she looked at the floor. "If this matter isn't dealt with immediately, then I'm afraid the Pearl Clan will be the first to fall, and its people slaughtered by the Pokémon that swore to protect it."
Issei remembered some of the texts he read while he was in that room back in his world. "Just like those texts said..." Issei mumbled to himself, but unfortunately for the world traveler, Cyllene heard him.
"What do you mean like those texts?" She asked as Issei froze until he sighed.
"I…..I came from another world where I read a story about this place and how the first tragedy was the fall of the Pearl Clan. It was by the guardian Noble Pokémon Kleavor. A powerful warrior with claws so powerful and sharp it cuts through anything like a hot knife through butter. Even the other Alpha's in the area fear its presence alone."
Akari's jaw dropped at the information while Cyllene put a hand to her chin and spoke aloud. "I wonder, could you have come through the space-time hole? Or could this be a blessing from Arceus?"
Issei shrugged his shoulders as he replied. "Honestly, I'm not too sure how I got here. All I recall was reading the text, and then some light enveloped me as I was then in front of a tall woman who was covered in bright golden light. I couldn't hear what she said, but I knew that the world was in danger of sorts, so next thing I knew, I ended up on the beach where the Professor found me." He explained as Cyllene nodded as she looked at him.
"I believe The Almighty Sinnoh believes you can help us with our land. Issei Hyoudou. If you accept this mission, know it's perilous. Knowing that, will you still accept this?" She asked to test his resolve until Issei looked at his left hand and clenched it.
"I'm immature and probably mess up sometimes, but I'll always help no matter what. I accept this mission." He said as Cyllene nodded.
"Very well. You'll need to head to Deertrace Heights to receive more information on the clan. The Professor will meet you there. You have two hours to prepare." Cyllene said as she thanked them for the meal until she left the two alone.
Issei realized that Akari was also in the room and began to sweat bullets. 'Oh, that's just great! Nice one, Issei! She probably thinks you're crazy now!'
"Issei. I don't think you are crazy. It does explain a lot about you and your strange habits." Akari said as if she had solved a mystery.
Issei was dumbfounded. 'Is everyone in Cyllene's family a mind reader?'
"No, you're just very easy to read," Akari said as Issei sighed at her ability to read him.
"I was honestly expecting you to say that."
Akari couldn't help but giggle at Issei. 'I think I made the right choice by making you my future husband, Issei-Kun.'
Galactic Federation HQ
Issei and Akari arrived at the front of the Galactic Federation building, only to see two people arguing. One was a man who wore all blue and grey, the same as his hair. And the other was a short blonde woman wearing only pink. "Um... who on earth are these two?"
Akari groaned as she looked at the two. "Sorry, Issei, but those are the leaders of both the Diamond and the Pearl Clan. Adaman: the Ruler of the Diamond Clan and Irida: the Ruler of the Pearl Clan. They don't get along very well due to their ancestor's disputes with each other due to the gods they pray to. Dialga, the Lord of Time, is the one The Diamond Clan worships while the Pearl Clan worships Palkia, the Lord of Space."
"Okay? But what does that have to do with anything?" Issei asked as Akari spoke about their history as if it was in a textbook.
"Adaman believes that everything revolves around time, while Irida believes everything revolves around space." Issei deadpanned at this and asked her. "Um, it's not just one of them. Our worlds, and even others, revolve around time and space. Without either time or space, the worlds would be off balance. We'd all cease to exist."
Akari looked at him and replied with a hand covering his ear. "Yes, but they are interested in the Pokémon since their rival legendary Pokémon."
Issei sighed at this and replied to her. "This sounds like the rivalry between Ddraig and Albion all over again..."
[Hey! Our rivalry is one of the legends!]
'I think it's stupid, especially regarding the childish bickering from the both of you.'
[….Jackass.]
Issei ignored him as he and Akari saw the two go into the Federation Building with their heads butted against each other until they walked in to see Cyllene speak to the Professor until she saw the two walk in. "Ah. Issei. Best you go to the third floor to see Commander Kamado gather the details of Kleavor. The leaders of the Diamond and Pearl are there, so you should be careful. They tend to be a rambunctious pair of children, so to speak."
Issei nodded as he replied to her warning. "Oh, trust me, Akari, and I just witnessed that out front."
Cyllene rubbed her temples with an annoyed expression as if she was tired of dealing with them. "Honestly, those two are so embarrassing. And they're supposed to be Clan Leaders." Cyllene then walked back to her office before Laventon smiled. "I shall wait for you both down here. Good luck."
Issei and Akari nodded before making their way to the third floor, where Kamado's office lay. Once Issei and Akari arrived, they witnessed another argument between Adaman and Irida. Issei's eye twitched erratically. 'This is worse than when Rias and Akeno fought over me after we cleaned the pool back at Kuoh Academy.'
[For once, I can agree with you on that.]
"BE QUIET, YOU BRATS, OR I'LL THROW YOU BOTH OUT THE WINDOW!" Kamado yelled as Issei and Akari were at attention, and the two stopped bickering and bowed to him. "Yes, Commander Kamado." Both the teenagers were amazed even Ddraig was shocked. […..Huh. I approve of his way of discipline.]
'Holy shit! He's stricter than Tannin!'
[And now I approve of this man even more. Perhaps you could learn from his example.]
'M-Maybe...' Kamado then noticed Akari and Issei.
"Ah! Good, you have both arrived." Kamado then turned directly to Issei. "So you're the one who caught a rare Ponyta and defeated Akari in battle, huh? Not bad, but you look quite skinny." Kamado said in a calculating tone as Issei deadpanned at this with a bead of sweat rolling down his head. 'Why did I just feel like my pride as a man was damaged?'
[That would be your Dragon's Pride that just felt offended.]
'Ah! Makes sense.' "Yes, sir. Issei Hyoudou. No Star is reporting, sir." Issei said as Kamado nodded at him.
"Good. Now, as you know, Kleavor is a Guardian Noble Pokémon that guards the Pearl Clan, but due to the lightning that struck the guardian's home, he's gone berserk. He has taken out many of our comrades, which is why the Professor believes you might be able to calm down the Noble Pokémon and see why he's acting this way, as well as learn how to calm him down but be warned that Kleavor is no easy foe like an Alpha. You must be prepared and ready to put your life on the line. Are you willing to do that, Issei Hyoudou? Answer me!"
Issei nodded, his eyes flashing green for a moment. "I've put my life on the life many times for those I care about, and doing so again will not faze me in the slightest. So yes, you can count on me, sir!"
Kamado nodded, gaining some respect for the young man that is Issei Hyoudou. "Now, before we continue... I received a report from Cyllene about you this morning. You already knew Kleavor before you even arrived here in Jubilife Town. She also told me that the Almighty Sinnoh is why you're in our world first."
This made Adaman and Irida stare at Issei in shock, while the said young man wasn't even fazed that Kamado already knew about him. "That is correct, sir."
Kamado looked at him and replied. "You are going to get special treatment because of this."
"Don't wish for that, sir."
"Good. Now you will be heading to the Deertree Path to visit a member of the Diamond Clan to give you an item that'll help you with some transportation issues at the Pearl Clans Noble Guardians domain. It's in the forest and hard to get there by foot, so that the Diamond Clan will assist you with that matter."
Issei nodded at this. Kamado then turned to Akari. "Akari, your mother wishes for you to stay here and train. She said that your Staravia is close to evolving and that Pikachu and Scyther need more training."
Akari saluted swiftly. "Of course, Commander!" Akari then turned to Issei before pecking him on the cheek. "Good luck! Though I doubt you need it." Akari then quickly left the room. Issei was flushed lightly, making Kamado chuckle lightly, before he swiftly returned to being serious.
"You are dismissed, Issei Hyoudou! As are you two! Now go! The Hisui Region relies on the three of you!" Issei, Adaman, and Irida left Kamado's office before the Commander of the Galactic Federation turned towards his window. "...Let us hope you'll bring peace to the frenzied Guardians."
Later... Outside of the Federation Base...
"Is it true?! Were you truly sent here by the Almighty Sinnoh to help us?!"
Issei blushed at how close Irida was to his face. "I-If you're referring to Arceus, then yes. Though I suppose you could say I was sent here by accident." Issei explained the ruins he found on the mountain he was on for his training before explaining how Arceus spoke to him about protecting the land that is the Hisui Region. "And that's about all I remember."
Adaman nodded before putting a hand on his chin. "Hmmm, I always thought the Almighty Sinnoh was Dialga."
Irida nodded. "And I presumed that Palkia was the Almighty Sinnoh... could Dialga and Palkia perhaps both be known as Arceus?"
That question caught Issei's attention before he heard a familiar voice in his head. [Honestly, the Diamond and Pearl Clans aren't exactly the sharpest blades on the battlefield.]
'Lady Arceus?'
[The very same! Anyways, Dialga and Palkia are actually my children, Dialga being the God of Time and Palkia being the Goddess of Space. They are the very reason that the World of Pokemon still lives today. Had I not created Dialga and Palkia after creating this Universe, the World of Pokemon would've never remained in balance.]
'But I'd assume while even though those two are in balance, there's always an evil to tip the scales.'
[...You have become wise, Issei, yet you've only been here for two days.]
'That's because I've realized the threat of the world you created is at stake.'
[I'm glad to see you're finally aware of that. Now, as for 'the evil that tips the scales' you mentioned. Tell me, what would happen should the laws of time and space be messed with?]
'It would cause a sort of distortion, right?'
[That's correct, and that's the power my second daughter wields. However, I cannot tell you her name. Not yet, at least.]
Issei nodded at this information until he looked to see they were at the Deertree Path, where Adaman smiled at him until Irida spoke to them. "I must go to the clan to ensure my people are safe. I'll meet you there." She said as she played a song before a giant bird picked her up and carried her to her clan. Issei was amazed at this. "Wow. That's incredible."
Adaman chuckled. "Now, where is that girl?"
"I've been waiting here for quite some time, Adaman." Adaman nearly jumped out of his skin before he turned around with a light scowl. "Mai! Don't just scare me like that!"
The woman known as Mai smiled at this as she looked at Issei. "A pleasure to meet you. My name is Mai. A Warden of the Diamond Clan. I'm here to give you some training on facing the Alpha's since your team could use some more training since Kleavor is a terrifying Guardian skilled in power and speed. Believe me when I say that it's almost untouchable. Almost. That's why your need to improve your skills and your Pokémon, which is why you'll be going through my training. Lord Adaman allowed me to train you, so prepare yourself, Issei Hyoudou." She said before doing some hand signs until she breathed out a Flamethrower that shocked Issei until Mai explained. "This is one of the three ninja styles. The art of Ninjutsu. The Elemental Fighting Style."
Issei gulped lightly before he sighed. 'Naruto Jutsu's? Really?'
[Oh, suck it up!]
Mai then smiled as she pulled out a paper. "This paper will see what elements you'll have. Just focus some of your aurae into it and watch the magic."
Issei did so as the paper burned and sparked with energy until Mai nodded at this. "So a Fire and Wind User? Interesting. Now let's begin. First, release your Pokémon. They'll be training with you as well."
Issei nodded as he let out his six-member team until a Snorlax came out and stood behind Mai as the Warden smiled at it. "This is my partner Snorlax. Issei. You'll be training Taijutsu with him and Elemental with me. Now let's get started, shall we?" She asked as she did some hand signs and shouted.
"Earth Style: Earth Dragon Jutsu!" A giant Rock and Dirt Dragon came out of the ground as it roared at Issei and his team of six. "Oh, shit….."
[DON'T JUST STAND THERE!! DODGE!!] Issei cursed under his breath. "Starly! Grab Mime Jr. and fly into the air! Ponyta! Grab Shinx, Cyndaquil, and Oshawott and move!"
The others did as instructed until Mai caught up to him quickly and kicked him away as he skidded on the ground before she smiled at him. "Know that when you are in the wild and don't have your Pokémon, you must be able to defend yourself. It'll be a week until you ready to face Kleavor. The others will keep him at bay but as for now. No one will disturb us. Just you and me. Now let's go!" Mai said as she pulled out a kunai and charged at Issei as he prepared for a week of hellish training.
A Week Later….
"Not bad. I say you are ready, Issei. How do you feel?" Mai asked as she meditated at the exit of the Deertree path until Issei came behind her but had a serious look in his eyes. "I'm ready to beat you and face Kleavor finally."
"Arrogance can be the greatest Pokémon's downfall. Show me when you face Kleavor."
Issei's eyes glowed green as he growled, flames leaving the sides of his mouth, surprising Mai. "Is that a?" Issei took a deep breath before he bellowed.
"Fire Style: Dragon Inferno Jutsu!" Issei shouted as he blew green flames at her before Mai blasted them away with a Water Jutsu to see her pupil was gone with a note.
'I will make you proud, Mai-Sensei.'
"Heh. Not a bad kid. Not bad, but I hope he's careful. There's a reason Noble Pokémon are feared and respected." Mai said as the scene changed to Issei riding the back of his Rapidash that evolved while Staravia flew by him as Issei knew the destination he was heading towards.
"A week's worth of training. Facing the Alpha's and Mai-Sensei's hellish training made Tainin's training regime simple but now… Now is the time to complete my mission. Kleavor: The Pearls Noble Guardian. Staravia! Go on ahead and locate the guardian home. We'll catch up." Issei ordered as Staravia flew ahead of the horse quickly. As the two stopped by a stream for Rapidash to have a quick drink before he patted her side, making the horse thank Issei by its flames rising a bit.
"You've done well thus far, Rapidash." Rapidash neighed lightly before it nudged against Issei. "Alright, alright, we can cuddle once we're finished with today's mission."
'Luxio and Quilava made me spoil them and Rapidash since they evolved; I'm not becoming too soft, am I?' He asked himself as he petted her side before getting on and riding Rapidash to the giant tree in the forest before he passed Irida, who had a hand on her side. Irida was panting heavily as she walked down the mountain's path with Staravia at her side until Issei ran to help her before setting her down the stairs.
Issei began to path the wound before asking her. "Kleavor?"
Irida nodded as she replied to him. "Yes. He's restless and is getting more unstable. We were able to hold him in there with Barriers from our Psychic Pokémon since Adaman and I agreed that you needed training, but once the week was over-Ah!" She yelled as Issei patched her up before Rapidash let Issei put her on the horse's back. "Don't worry. Rapidash will take care of you. Was anyone else….."
"Killed? Unfortunately, yes, but they knew the risk and still chose to protect our clan. Their sacrifices shall not be forgotten. I swear it." Irida said with confidence that reminded Issei of a sure Angel until he told Luxio and Staravia to keep Irida safe as he went to the top of the hill.
While he walked the path, he saw the dead members of the Pearl Clan and the Galactic Federation until he gathered the badges that they wore. "It's beat your honored for your sacrifice." 'In this world, I learned that once you die, your dead. No second chances. They know this and still choose to save their clans and people. Man, this reminds me of Naruto a lot.'
Issei snarled as flames began to fill his mouth before he calmed himself down as the fire subsided. "Remain calm at all times. I cannot let my rage get the best of me again." Issei then pulled out two Pokeballs. "Mime Jr, Dewott, Monferno. I need your assistance."
The three appeared as Mime Jr. had an Everstone per her request not to evolve into Mr. Mime as she never liked that form she took as her species. Monferno was a new Pokémon that Issei caught during his training. The money became more confident and reserved as she grew past her immature state after Issei defeated her in single combat and was now a strong fighter that served Issei.
Issei and the trio walked to the top to see the offering table was covered with blood as a small boy was on the table. Issei closed the boy's eyes before saying a small prayer for him. "Rest. I'll deal with him." He said to the boy until he and his Pokémon walked into Kleavor's domain until a blur sped past Issei and his Pokémon as he turned around to see nothing was there.
'What the?! W-Where did he go?'
Issei's senses suddenly kicked in. He pulled out a katana and clashed with what was assumed to be Kleavor's blades. 'Thank the Gods. Ascalon can block heavy attacks like that!' Issei grunted as he kept a good hold against the guardian until the force of the attack pushed Issei's back into the tree; as he got a good look at the Noble Pokémon as he was massive in size as his blades were as long as a swords blade, his body glowing pure gold, and his eyes were red with anger and malice.
Monferno, Dewott, and Mime Jr. helped Issei up as they readied for battle until Kleavor yelled at them until whipped up a cyclone of wind before he sent it right at them.
"Scatter! Use far-range attacks to take him down!" Issei yelled as he and the others separated until Issei got into his sword stance before the Guardian's eyes locked with his until he appeared right in front of him.
'Holy shit! How fast is this guy?' Issei pondered as he rolled underneath the massive blade at the last second before seeing the damage to the earth that the attack had made.
A massive gap in the ground was all that remained. As if a knife was cutting the earth like a cake. "Damn……."
[Partner! Do you need a boost right now?] Issei thought about it before he growled. "Give me five, and as fast as you can," Issei said as he proceeded to dodge Kleavor's blades again before he was smacked to the ground by the blunt end of the edges. "F-Fuck, that hurt!"
Issei rolled on the ground until he saw Kleavor above him until Monferno's Mach Punch punched it as she gave him a thumbs up before continuing her assault on Kleavor along with Dewott, who was using its Razor Shell and Water Pulse attacks, while Mime Jr. was creating afterimages of the two before heading to Issei and healing him thanks to Recovery.
"Thanks, Mime Jr. I knew it was a good idea to put you in support," Issei said before he heard his partner speak to him.
[Five Boosts are ready. Be careful of those blades. The blunt end is just as dangerous as the sharp end.]
'No kidding. Even with Ascalon in its katana form, it won't be enough to stop it. It'll shatter if Kleavor poured all of his power into a strike. He's got to have a weakness. But what?' Issei shouted internally before looking at Kleavor, seeing it try to escape, but Monferno and Dewott held him back due to their double teaming strategy.
'Speed and Power is Kleavor's specialty. That's it! It's legs! Thanks, Mai-Sensei.'
[Boost x5!] And with that, Issei vanished into thin air, shocking Kleavor. "You shouldn't get distracted like that." Kleavor's eyes widened as he turned around, only to see Issei slam his right fist into one of its legs.
This made the Noble Pokémon scream in pain until it sent a barrage of stones at Issei that forced him, Dewott, and Monferno to retreat as stones were hammering them until they stopped to see that Kleavor used a Stone Edge around itself to keep it safe while it healed. "We need to break through. His legs are his weakness, but if we get too close, we'll be hit by his stone barrage."
Monferno growled lightly before her arms and legs began to glow, making Issei concerned as he recognized the attack. "Close Combat? Are you sure? Your defenses will go down if you use that move."
Monferno nodded as Mime Jr. used Helping Hand to give Monferno a boost which made Issei thankful for the little psychic until he got a Dragon Shot ready. "Alright, but this'll be our only shot."
The rocks were scattered as Kleavor came out refreshed and roared at the trio until Monferno's eyes became red as her flame became brighter and hotter. At the same time, Dewotts's aura rose as water surrounded his being until Issei recognized the abilities. 'It's Blaze and Torrent. Here we go.'
(Cue MHA Soundtrack: You Say Run!)
Monferno charged at Kleavor and began to unleash its barrage of punches and kicks as Kleavor launched stones at her to keep her at bay. Issei focused on charging up a Dragon Shot before Kleavor looked at Issei and almost struck it until Mime Jr. stopped him with a Barrier as she struggled to keep it up until Dewott began to hit Kleavor with his Double Razor Shells power as Mime Jr. smiled in thanks at the otter Pokémon before collapsing on Issei's lap due to it using too much power.
"Take it easy and rest. We'll take care of it from here." Issei said as he took her to a safe spot until he saw both Monferno and Dewott struggle as Kleavor started to cut into their arms and legs with its massive blades. Issei charged in as he sped around Kleavor's defense and stabbed its wounded leg from earlier, making Kleavor howl in pain until it got down on one knee, surprising the trio until he leaped into the air as he recalled a lesson that Mai taught him about the fire.
'Increase the temperature of your body to its maximum limit!' Mai said as Issei landed on Kleavor's back and turned his hands blue.
'What I learned with fire, I'll do with ice!' He shouted internally as he began to freeze Kleavor, making him roar in pain as he tried to bash Issei into the tree trunk. Still, Issei persisted as Monferno and Dewott held the massive noble Pokémon's giant blades down under Dewitt's Ice Beam and Monferno's Strength until a mysterious force held Kleavor in place as Mime Jr. struggled to keep him with Psychic until Kleavor screamed in pain until it fell on both knees until it was covered in ice.
Issei panted heavily as he fell off Kleavor's back before being caught by Monferno and smiled tiredly at the frozen statue of the noble.
"That's it. Cool down for a while." Issei said before he was laid down next to his team, who were just as tired as he was from the battle.
(End Soundtrack)
Monferno fell to her knees with Issei before pulling him close to her as if she was trying to warm him up while Issei slowly recovered his strength. "Okay... I'll admit, I think I almost got frostbite doing that."
The monkey, the otter, and the mime looked at their Master before they all pestered him with tongue lashings until Issei chuckled nervously at them. "Okay. Okay. I know what I did was reckless, but we were running out of options. Mine Jr was too tired to fight, and you both were running low on steam, so I had to gamble on the Ice Prison Technique I learned from Mai-Sensei."
Mime Jr. wobbled towards them and sat on his lap as she smiled at them tiredly as well before Issei patted her head. "Thanks, Mime Jr. Heh. Screw Mr. Mime. Mime Jr. is the best." He said as Mime Jr. agreed with him until they saw the light erupting from Kleavor until the ice exploded as Kleavor was now standing up fully recovered but without the glow and its red eyes. The Noble Guardian looked at Issei and his team before bowing its head in respect for the young man until it put something on the ground. Kleavor then sped away from the scene, leaving the group to rest from their battle.
Once he gathered enough strength to stand up, Issei walked up to get a closer look at what was placed on the ground until his eyes gazed at the small green plate.
"An Insect Plate? If I remember correctly, Volo from the village told me that these are rare ancient artifacts. I'll have to show this to him later." Issei said as he pocketed the plate before hearing a familiar voice call out.
"Huh, so you got one of the Ancient Plates. Maybe Wyrdeer will be willing to give you the Mind Plate should you assist him with an Alpha Pokemon." Issei turned to see Mai, along with Irida, Rapidash, Staravia, and Luxio. Luxio and Rapidash tackled Issei while Staravia snickered at her master's current misfortune.
Issei was then helped on Rapidash's back as he was carried back to the village, where Cyllene ordered him to be taken to his room to be tended to, while Akari was shocked to see him in such a state and stayed at his side. At the same time, Monferno, Dewott, and Mime Jr. were being patched up from their fight with Kleavor until Issei gave his report to Cyllene and Kamado.
"When we arrived after a week of training with Mai-Sensei, we rode to the Guardian's home to find Irida retreating from battle with Kleavor. She told me they kept Kleavor in its domain with their Psychic Pokémon. After the week, the barrier was shattered as Kleavor destroyed both of our forces. I had my Rapidash, Staravia, and Luxio protect her as Monferno, Dewott, and Mime Jr. confronted Kleavor and faced him in battle. After freezing him solid, we defeated him, but what surprised us the most was that after the battle, the light left Kleavor and returned him to normal. I can't explain, but after he put this Insect Plate on the ground near us, he left us alone. That concludes my report on the battle with Kleavor, Commander Kamado. Commander Cyllene." Issei said in the office as Commander Cyllene listened intently while Commander Kamado asked the boy.
"So after Kleavor was defeated, the lightning that corrupted him vanished from his being before he left you the Insect Plate?"
"That's correct, Commander Kamado."
"….Okay. You'll be given three days to regain strength and recover from your injuries. You'll be helping around the village should you want a task. No need to work yourself to the ground until you collapse. Is that clear, Issei Hyoudou?"
Issei nodded as he replied. "Affirmative Commander Kamado."
Kamado nodded before Akari dragged Issei out of the office.
Kamado chuckled while Cyllene smiled. "That boy has gotten quite strong. He might reach 10 Star in no time at all."
Cyllene shook her head at her commander's words before giving him her two cents. "No offense, Commander, but that young man has a long way to go until he reaches that rank."
Kamado nodded until he asked a question. "Should we have Sanqua keep watch over Young Hyoudou and Akari?"
Cyllene chuckled lightly at this as she replied. "Perhaps. It's not that I don't trust Issei with my daughter, but Issei needs to interact with more than just Pokemon and Ddraig."
Kamado nodded as they watched Issei being pulled by Akari and taken to the beach away from the village and Pokemon until she sat on the dock with him after she took her shoes off and soaked them in the water.
"Ah!~ This is the best." She said as she took Issei's boots off and dipped them in the water before she leaned into him. "Issei……I was worried about you and if you'd make it back or not." She said as Issei put an arm around her.
"Yeah. Honestly, I was terrified of facing Kleavor. I was so scared I thought I would've died had it not been for Monferno, Dewott, and Mime Jr with me. I….I don't want to die, but I want to help your people and this region."
"I understand your desire to help us, but that doesn't mean you need to be some great hero for us all. Interact and speak to the villagers. They are nervous around you since you only talk to your arm and your Pokémon and me. You must show the people that you are a member of Jubilife Village."
Issei nodded at her words before he let out a sigh. "I should head back to the Medical Ward immediately. I don't want to worry Pesselle anymore than I already had." Akari pouted at this and asked.
"Oh? So you care more about the nurse's feelings than mine?"
Issei rolled his eyes with a smirk. "Have you forgotten my dream already, dear Akari~?"
Akari got flustered by Issei's husky voice before she pouted again. "Mou! You are SO not fair!"
Issei laughed at her before bumping into the nurse as she came out of the village to Issei before helping him up. "Issei! What are you doing out of bed? You should be resting. Even if Recovery helped you, you still need to recharge your batteries. Come with me." She said as she did the deadliest technique known to all women.
The Ear Pull Jutsu.
"Ow ow ow! I was about to head back anyways. You don't have to pull so hard!" Pesselle then glared at Akari, who froze. "If I see you are taking Issei out when he hasn't healed properly again, I'll be telling your mother. Am I clear, Akari?"
Akari nodded swiftly as she shook in fear. "Y-Yes, ma'am!"
The two ended back home as Pesselle was changing his bandages while applying ointment, which made Issei wince before the nurse scoffed at him. "Oh, grow up. This is nothing, and I hope this tells you to be more careful."
"Y-Yes, ma'am," Issei said as he winced from more of the medicine being put on his wounds until he heard the Dragon speak to him.
[Hm. She's similar to the nun but has a set on her. I like her. She'll control that impulsiveness of yours.]
'….Fair Point.' Issei replied as Pesselle was done with her work and gave her orders to the stubborn boy. "You can rest here for three days and nights. No training unless I say so and start talking to others besides Akari, the Professor, and Cyllene. People are starting to think your crazy and weird since you talk to your arm and Pokémon a lot."
Issei sighed before his arm glowed. [Pesselle is right partner. I care about you. Honestly, I do, but you need to start interacting with others. It's not good to become a social outcast who's more comfortable speaking to Pokémon than people.]
Issei agreed with the Dragon before Akari came in and chatted with Issei about the Insect Plate and the story behind it until Issei looked at the book on bug types. "Hmm…..According to the book on Bug Types, the only ones around are Wrumple's and their evolutions. Aren't there others in the Hisui region, Akari?"
Akari went into a thinking position until she replied to his question. "Well, for now, maybe you should try a Scyther. They are stronger than the Wrumple Evolution line. Although there are others I want to catch, such as a Buneary, a Zubat, and a Ralts from the Forest you were in before you faced Kleavor. Maybe Pesselle can let us go there if I promise to go with you?"
Issei thought about it before he replied to her. "Three days and three nights. That's how long you'll have to wait. But to go back out in the wild again? After Pesselle told me to interact with people more?"
Issei winced as Akari narrowed her eyes at him before she stood up. "Issei Hyoudou. I'm sorry, but you've left me no other choice."
Issei seemed nervous at her wording until Akari smiled at him. "I'm going to ask Pesselle to bring some friends over tomorrow. I'm hoping it's Captain Sanqua and Zisu-Sensei. Oh! Maybe I should invite Mai-Sensei too if she's available." Issei sighed heavily at Akari's ramblings before he grunted to himself. "I just dug an open hole, didn't I?"
[That you did, partner. That you did.]
The two continued to talk throughout the day until they both decided to hit the hay, but Issei stayed up a bit longer as he looked at the moon in the sky. He couldn't help but recall the lighting and the form that Kleavor was in until he sighed heavily before getting up and heading to the door. "Sorry, Akari, but I must walk a bit to clear my head," Issei whispered to her as he closed the door behind him and walked into the town until he saw Cyllene sitting near the bridge with some tea and sliced peaches next to her as she sipped her tea quietly.
"Hello, Issei. Care to join me? I have fresh peach slices and some tea to help relax your nerves."
Issei looked at the snack next to the severe woman before he nodded and sat beside Cyllene, not realizing that Mime Jr. had secretly left her Pokeball and followed her Master. The two sat quietly next to each other as they looked at the sky before Cyllene broke the tension between them.
"You know, I'm pretty sure Pesselle said you weren't supposed to leave your bedroom, but I shall let it slide for tonight." She said as Issei bowed his head lightly. "Thank you, Captain."
"Don't thank me. I won't be so lenient with you next time."
Issei nodded as he looked at the moon before Cyllene spoke to him. "You were planning on returning to the tree and speaking to Kleavor, no? You wanted to know more about that form?" She asked as Issei froze in shock at the woman's answers before she smirked at him.
"It's what I would've done at your age. Trust me when I say I did some things I wasn't supposed to back in my youth." She said as she popped a peach slice in her mouth and looked at the sky. "It's lovely tonight, no? Almost like the night the lightning struck the land from that rift in the mountains."
Issei looked into the sky before remembering his times with Rias and the other girls. Issei then looked at his open palm. "I just realized something significant. How am I supposed to return home after all of this? You said I came through that time-space rift, but I don't think that's how I truly got here." 'Arceus... how did you bring me here truthfully?'
Cyllene looked at the sky and sighed. "I'm afraid I don't have an answer for you, but I believe that The Almighty Sinnoh brought you here for a reason. To change the past and save the future. You are a good soul, Issei, and I shall help you return home. How and when? I do not know but know you have Jubilife Village to aid you in any trivial matters you find yourself in."
Issei nodded before he stood up. 'Ddraig, did Arceus change me completely?'
[No, you still have the pieces within you, and they're active. But do not show off your wings to anyone yet. Cyllene. I'll accept, but not Akari or anyone else.] Issei nodded before he groaned as he let out his wings, shocking Cyllene. Issei then turned to Cyllene and smirked. "Heh, you didn't think I was just a human with a whacky arm, did you?"
Cyllene was calm as she looked at Issei, surprised until she let a smirk appear on her face. "As I said the first day, you became a member of the Galaxy Federation. You are truly an interesting person and can change the fate of this region. After all, you did defeat Kleavor, and he's just the beginning. Go and ask the Guardian your questions. You have until 7 am." She said as she got up and took her plate and cup.
Issei nodded until a voice made the two of them jump, only to turn around to see Mime Jr. pouting at them. Mime!"
Cyllene laughed slightly. "It seems you weren't discreet enough. You have a smart Pokemon there."
Issei let out a heavy sigh before he glared lightly at Mime Jr., making her flinch. "Grab Monferno, Rapidash, and Luxio's Pokeballs, and I might cut you some slack during our next training session." And with that, Mime Jr. sped off back to Issei's hut like a freight train.
Cyllene giggled at him before leaving the boy as Mime Jr. returned with Pokeballs before Issei left the village. He rode Rapidash towards Kleavor's home until Issei walked towards the tree. He dismounted from the horse before stepping into the arena of sorts and feeling the wind blow around his body.
"Lord Kleavor? I have a few questions for you. May I ask them?" Issei called out as he heard into silence and the wind blowing around him until a blur appeared before him.
{What do you wish to ask me, Chosen One?} Kleavor asked as Issei turned around to see the massive guardian look at his tiny being until he spoke to him.
"Tell me about the lightning. The Space-Time rift. Everything. Please tell me why Lady Arceus has chosen me to be her 'Chosen One?'"
Scene.
This is chapter 1 of the new Pokémon DXD series. Now Issei will be gathering a moderate size team of Pokémon that'll suit him in the upcoming battles and personality-wise too.
Also, I added Naruto Jutsu since, in the game, you are dressed up like ninjas and dodge Pokémon attacks. Who's to say humans can't use elemental abilities?
Now, as for Issei's Pokémon, right now.
Quilava. Dewott. Mime Jr. Monferno. Shiny Rapidash. Luxio. And Staravia.
Let me know in the review what Pokémon Issei should capture, which Guardian he should face next, and what you think of Akari X Issei. Hehehe.
Oh, and if the story should live or not. Ta-Ta
