Good evening, readers of all ages and backgrounds. My name is Primal Latios and with my boy Mpeach and today we want to embark in a challenging journey that has been brewing in our heads for a good year or two.

We are two very big fans of the Total Pokemon Island series and probably read all of them many times over.

Those series written by masters like Dark Arcanine and Dark Amphitere made us want to try our own hand at writing a TPI adventure.

Mind you, we aren't masters of our crafts, far from it. We're just pokemon enthousiasts who want to see if we can achieve our own series. Please be mindful of that while you read this fanfiction and without further ado, Welcome to:

Total Pokemon: Island of Power

Chapter 1. – Prelude of Power

*** At the Legendary Pokemon Hall ***

''Thank you, esteemed Goddess'' A quiet, gentle voice whispered as she was closing the doors of the throne room where Arceus resided. Floating away slowly, her face shining with happiness, satisfaction and anticipation, a pink fairy-like Pokemon was making her way to her quarters. In a few weeks, she would tackle a brand-new challenge. She had been given an opportunity to make her own name in a brand-new field: Entertainment.

The Pokemon was petite in stature, with her face being pink. Her golden eyes were brimming with a joy that nothing seemed to be able to extinguish. A beautiful red gem rested on her forehead, identical to those crowning her whimsical tails. Her light gray body was encased in a faint purple light, indicating her use of psychic powers to levitate silently in the large corridors of the hall of legends.

The Pokemon turned a corner, deep in her thoughts. As such, she was unable to see nor sense her elder sister coming up to greet her.

'I am sure everything will be alright; Koko can be relied upon when needs there be…the Goddess gave me her blessings…what could even happ…?' She mulled, her thoughts buzzing around in her head, cutting off everything around her.

The opposite Pokemon, an equally fairy like entity that instead of looking all petite and coquette like the first one was more of a yellow headed creature with the same gems crowning his forehead and his tails, but with his eyes perpetually closed as if he was constantly lost in his thoughts, ended up having enough of the fact that his calls were being ignored and did what anybody would do should telepathy not work…

He shouted...

'MESPRIT!'

The small pink legendary pokemon, startled, nearly jumped to the ceiling in shock, her stream of thoughts brutally interrupted by the unceremonious call shouted by her Brother. Needless to say, she was not very pleased.

'For the love of Arceus, Uxie, I almost died 20 times! What on earth is it? Dialga and Palkia fighting? Giratina is bored of Arceus? Someone wants to steal the time gears?' She panickily said as her senses scanned the world a la Vitesse grand V.

Uxie shook her head, amused. That was not the kind of reaction she expected at all out of her sister.

'I think that you played those archaic games a little too much Mes, none of that is happening… For now, at least.' he answered. Mesprit visibly sighed in relief.

'Although, for you to be all cloud nine and stuff, your project must have been approved, was it not?' He inquired, beside knowing the answer full well.

Mesprit beamed as she showed Uxie her approval letter and the pretty hefty check that came with it.

'Yes brother, 4 weeks from now, we'll be ready to start the competition. I cannot wait to get started. I already had sent my Co-Host do some of the groundwork for the show. You know how good he can be if properly motivated.' She replied, grinning widely.

That last remark made Uxie twitch a little. 'About that, care to tell me how you even managed to make him agree to be your Co-Host? Last time I checked; he wanted the spotlight so much that it should have been borderline impossible to obtain that from him.'

She remarked, remembering the tantrum he had done when he was not chosen to be a part of the TPI before this one.

Mesprit's cheeks took a hinge of pink as she recalled how she had gotten her way and turned her eyes away, unable to face Uxie's inquisitive stare.
'Let's say that I used his weakness against him.' She said before teleporting out of there before Uxie could shower her with that rapid fire questioning he was so fond off.

Uxie sighed while chuckling. He knew her sister too well and could very much guess what she had done. 'You wily vixen...' he muttered before going to his own chambers. Watching her sister's endeavor would be sure to be entertaining.

*** Down on Sosei Island ***

Flying around, his feathers flying in the wind, leaving a trail of electricity everywhere he passed, a familiar totem like Pokemon was supervising the work of the interns that were preparing the facilities for the show.

Finally, he was given the opportunity to prove his mettle. Finally he was put on a team with a very pretty girl. Finally, he would be able to do something else than chasing ultra beasts or messing with other pokemon. The time was his, and he had no intention of letting it go.

'As certain that my name is Tapu Koko, this show will be a shocking success!' He vowed loudly as he released a discharge attack that transformed some of the trees nearby into crisp charcoal, making a groan escape the Tapu's lips.

'I really gotta stop being carried away, campers are not even there and I am burning stuff up already' he whined, annoyed at the result of his overeagerness.

Tapu Koko had been sent with a to-do list by Mesprit. He was chosen to be the Co-Host of her show for her first TPI. He was enchanted of course, but he had tried to wrestle away the position of Main Host for the show from her...

He had miserably failed...

'How could I have thought one second that I stood a chance before such beauty, such grace, such sweetness…such..' he said as he daydreamed about Mesprit's beautiful face, sweet smile and gentle eyes asking him to let her be the host. His metaphorical knees in jelly and his heart pounding inside of his chest. Needless to say, he had accepted without any more resistance.

The author allowed him to enact in such reverie…then bonked him on the head, Making him focus at the task at hand…

'What the, who hit me?' A very confused electric/fairy type asked as he looked around.

'Me' A deadpan voice said in his head.

Tapu Koko felt even more confused as he frantically looked around him and was even more unsettled when he saw nothing nor nobody around him.

'Who?' He asked again, activating his electric surge and preparing his omnidirectional Discharge attack.

'Damn brother, you must really have been lost in your daydream for you to not recognize me' A feminine voice said as the electric surge was replaced by a dome of psychic energy, making Tapu Koko eye's bulge out like saucers.

'Lele! By the sun, you surprised me you know?' He said as he finally remarked the glowing Tapu Lele smiling mischievously at him.

'When will you be able to resist a pretty girl? It's not healthy you doofus. You're at least 20 now. Come on bro.' She mercilessly attacked her younger brother.

Koko frowned. ' It's not my fault, I can't do anything in front of a pretty girl…even if I know I should!' He defended as his cheeks dusted pink.

Tapu Lele had to hold back for her not to laugh at her brother's expense. 'Anyway, the show will start in a month. I hope that you have everything handled.' She asked. Koko proudly produced a notepad with everything on it.

'I thought of everything sis, don't worry. The plans are made, the legal documents as well, the facilities are under construction and the rest of the interns are going to be in by next week and trained the way I want'em to. He said as he pirouetted in the air, visibly proud of himself.

The Tapu was pleased that his brother was actually putting some effort in his show. But a detail was missing…and when she realized it, she had to hold back another laugh.

Tapu Koko must have felt it because he ceased his pirouettes and came closer to Tapu Lele, his smile slightly faltering.

'Hey Koko. Don't you think something is missing?' She innocently asked

'No, not really. I even got the name of the recurring characters we'll have.' He said, not really seeing where Tapu Lele was going with this.

Tapu Lele could not believe her eyes. Her brother was still rough around the edges it seemed. 'Brother, I don't see any challenges planned in your plan. What are your campers gonna do when they do arrive? Sleep and have a barbecue party?'

She asked before laughing out loud at the colorful swear her brother let out when the realization hit him. With a long last swear, Tapu Koko rushed to his quarters with his notepad.

Tapu Lele scoffed before disappearing. This show would be fun to watch.

*** Four Weeks Later ***

'Cameras, check. Smeargle Cameraman check. Interns and supplies check. Co-Host ready. Check.' Everyone is in position and ready for the campers.

She noted. It was happening, it was finally there. And now, for the better or for the worse, her first TPI show was starting. On cue, she signaled the cameraman to start filming and she disappeared. Only to reappear with a rain of confetti around her. The games had been set!

'Ladies, Gentleman and Genderless viewers around the universe! I am your host, Mesprit, the mistress of emotions and I welcome you to my Island; Soseï Island.

It is a luxuriant island with many different ecosystems flourishing within it.' She explained as she used her psychic powers to take the cameraman with her on a tour of the island. She had rehearsed this many times with the Smeargle, which was a sound decision as the Intern did not even flinch and took perfect shots with his camera. They flew over luxuriant plains, crashing waterfalls, pitch black caves, burning volcanoes, sandy white beaches, blizzard torn plains and many more places before landing near the docking area.

'As you can see, our Island is a beautiful paradise filled with many secret and surprises that our contestant will have to face in order to claim that beautiful prize! ' She said as she put her hands toward the horizon for emphasis. After pausing a little for dramatic effect, she continued, as sure of herself as she had done that all her life.

'I am sure that you wonder by now who's going to be the Lucky Pokemon that will be co-hosting with me. As a great Pokemon philosopher said, behind any woman in power stand a powerful man. Take the stage my friend and introduce yourself to our viewers!'

She transitioned as crack of thunder was heard, blinding the camera temporarily. When the light receded, Tapu Koko was standing in front of the camera, his eyes regal, his arms raised and a beautiful dome of electricity enhancing his appearance. Mesprit smiled.

'But of course, my beautiful, my esteemed, my lovely, my…' he started before looking at a less than amused Mesprit that was as discreetly as possible telling him to stop and that he was being filmed at the moment. Tapu Koko got the message rather quickly.

'Errm.' He said while clearing his throat.

'Welcome to our show! I am Tapu Koko, the protector of the Alola Region and the embodiment of thunder. I have the privilege to serve as Co-Host of this show. Today, 25 campers will arrive on this island, their heart full of expectation and their heads full of dream of glory, friendship, love or fun.

They know not of what we have in store for them but rest assured. For what they will be fighting for, they will give their all and beyond!' He said as they could see the silhouette of the first Lapras arriving in sight of the dock. Mesprit took the opportunity to take the spotlight back to herself before Tapu Koko stopped controlling himself

' It seems that the Lapras are bringing our first few contestants' Let us put up the proper goods to greet our first camper in style' She said merrily as interns moved into position with the ribbon and the confetti at the ready before they disappeared from view, curtesy of Latias which had used her power to make mirages off the interns. Latias was a close friend of Mesprit and did not refuse to help her make the first episode a success.

The Lapras did not make them wait for too long. She was swimming at a slow, decisive pace. On her back was the very first contestant of the show. Mesprit would never truly admit it, but her heart definitely bumped up the rhythm as she grew excited to meet her the first camper. Tapu Koko saw this and chuckled…'And I am called the overexcited one back at the hall…'

The Lapras was now closer of the dock and a stray ray of sunlight illuminated the transport Pokemon's back. A bipedal turtle was standing up, solidly anchored to her shell. The Pokemon was a blue skinned turtle, his bushy tail looking like seafoam and well garnished, a trait that Mesprit recognized as a strong specimen of his species.

Other features about the Pokemon were his shiny jagged black sunglasses that he was wearing proudly, as well as a silver pendant with the Kanji depicting the word 'Turtle'. A small bag was dangling on his shell. The Pokemon jumped on the dock, taking some very confident steps toward the end of the dock and toward the ribbon which he crossed without any hesitation.

Mesprit and Tapu Koko sighed in unison and exchanged looks. The games were set indeed now, for the better or for the worse.

'Welcome Wartortle, how are you feeling about being the very first camper to set foot on our beautiful Island?' She said happily as the interns made the confetti's pop up in celebration.

The Wartortle smiled confidently to the two hosts. 'I feel honored, but I'll feel much more honored when I will walk away being your first winner!' He boasted while showing off his arm muscles. Tapu Koko rolled his eyes and disappeared from sight.

At full speed, he appeared behind Wartortle and activated a weak version of his electric surge, whose electric current made a stunned Wartortle gulp down weakly. 'I like your attitude kid… it makes me want to pick on you though…' He said softly, his arms poking the Turtle Pokemon's shell.

Mesprit had to supress a laugh. 'Come on Tapu Koko, now's not the time to terrorize the campers.' She said nicely enough, but with an undertone that made the Electric legendary understand that it had lasted long enough. Obediently, he cleared his throat and went back next to her as the emotion Pokemon signaled a shaken up Wartortle to go wait on a side of the beach that was next to the dock.

Undeterred, Mesprit took back her mic in time for the arrival of the second Lapras. On the water type's back was a jet-black ferret donning a red feather on top of his head. The Pokemon was comfortably installed on the Lapras's back, reading some sort of book. Once the kind Pokemon transporting him had come close enough to the dock, the Ferret-like Pokemon jumped nimbly onto the dock and closed his book. It was then that they say that it was not a hand holding a book…

It was a clawed paw.

Mesprit had one non-existing eyebrow lifted. A reading Sneasel? She had not seen a lot of those in her lifetime, that's for sure. Quickly hiding her surprise, she floated toward the Sneasel to greet him.

'Well hello there Sneasel, I hope that your voyage was comfortable. May I have your thoughts on the competition and what book were you reading?' She inquired, knowing that the Sneasel would be an interesting one for the viewers to follow.

Sneasel did not disappoint.

'Good Evening Mesprit. I am honored to be in your company. The voyage was pretty relaxing, although I spent it reading the legends of Sinooh, volume 5. I am quite fascinated with ancient history and lore and I have a feeling that this show will allow me to further myself and discover even more about the world' He fluidly explained.

Tapu Koko was observing the Sneasel with curiosity. He knew that the Sneasel and Weavile species's lifestyle was ill compatible with the furthering of knowledge. There had to be more to this Ice/Dark type… Interesting.

Mesprit had somewhat of the same reflexion, but she did not let it show on her face.
'Fascinating Sneasel, you may go to the other side near Wartortle.' She indicated before turning her face toward the dock, where a larger Lapras was depositing a trio of Pokemon, all Female.

The first Pokemon was a small pink and light blue fairy like creature with two hand-like appendages that made it look like she was sporting pigtails. She seemed to have been talking the ears off another Pokemon that was quite simple in design. An ephemeral ghostly body holding a mask. She was timidly answering the Pokemon in Pigtails and blushing slightly.

Behind them, a tall Pokemon which had her eyes closed stirred up. Seeing that they had arrived, she stretched with the grace of a ballerina and jumped on the dock, aiding the other two to follow.

Tapu Koko was panting, that tall Pokemon was beyond beautiful in his eyes… Those beautiful bouquet, those deep ruby eyes…' If she wanted, she could leave with the prize immediately and be done with it.

Mesprit saw it immediately and discreetly used Extrasensory to slap Koko on top of his head, making him snap out of it. She then moved out to meet the new arrivals.

'Hattrem, Yamask, Roserade. You have the honor of being the first girls here on the Island! Welcome to Sosei Island!' She greeted them happily as they walked off the dock and onto the beach.

'Thank you, esteemed Legendary. I hope I'll have a lot of fun, meet some nice guys and win the prize' Hattrem said as she walked past the legendary Pokemon to stay in the other corners.

'Hello..emm…I'll just go there now…' The Yamask quickly said, not daring to look at the legend in the eye. She quickly and slightly panickily made her way next to Hatenna, who patted her understandingly on her back with one of her pigtails.

Roserade also gracefully followed, slightly weirded out by Tapu Koko's action. 'Thank you Mesprit, I hope that this experience will be beneficial to the both of us.' She said maturely before taking place near the others.

She then shot a look at Tapu Koko and sighed. She was not even that pretty…she thought. Even less to attract a legendary Pokemon such as himself.

Soon enough, a buzzing sound was heard. All eyes turned to the horizon and the view left them rather stunned. It was a large insect to say the least, but he had a green bamboo-like lance on his back. A leafy sash was holding it in place so it would not fall off while airbone.

On his eyes was a helmet of sorts, done with sturdy wood but light enough to allow him to fly almost unhindered. Under him was a Lapras who looked sheepish, as the large bug Pokemon had refused to be transported aback the Lapras, since he was chivalrous and that the Lapras was a female.

He landed on the dock. 'Fair maiden, I must give you my thanks for keeping me company during this small endeavor from the Galar Kingdom's wild area to here.'

On the spot where the other campers were waiting, the reactions were quite different from one Pokemon to another. Wartortle was on the floor, laughing at how ridiculous the newcomer looked. Sneasel was fascinated as he was not aware that Pokemon still lived like this in modern days.

Galar natives like Hatenna and Yamask could understand it a little, since they were raised in royal families, but were still rather impressed by his formalism.

Mesprit and Tapu Koko were more gaping. The Pokemon had flew with all this attire from almost the other side of the planet without seeming as tired as one should expect.

The Lapras could attest of that and blushed horribly when the bug type delicately took her paw and placed a nuzzle on to it. Must have been his way of 'kissing' the hand of a lady like those archaic human ways.

Mesprit took that opportunity to greet the big Pokemon who was putting his attire away in the leaf sash. This is where everyone saw that he was not putting these things for show. His face had a few marks in it. Same for his wings and his legs. This Scyther was the real deal.

'Welcome Sir. Scyther. I take it your travel was comfortable.?' Mesprit inquired, extending her hand toward the Scyther. The mantis Pokemon smiled, bowing slightly before taking delicately the hand of the Mesprit and planting a soft kiss on it.

Behind the Legendary emotion Pokemon, Tapu Koko had to supress a gag. But deep down he was slightly jealous… Probably.

His ceremonious greeting done; the bug type took time to reply. 'Why yes, fair Lady. Me and that Lapras maiden had the pleasure to discuss many things, as well as disentangling what I should expect of a tournament such as this. I must say that this is quite out of my comfort zone, but as a knight in training, I must be able to adapt to every situation possible. I will then give this my best effort and at least go back home full of heroics and with my honor Intact.' He fluidly replied.

Wartortle had heard enough and was getting quite annoyed at this…wannabe knight.
'Hey Weirdo, enough tryna seduce the damn legendary, step aside so we can start this shit!' He rudely shouted as he scratched the back of his ear in irritation.

A glint passed in the Scyther's eyes and he bowed to Mesprit and Koko in apology. 'My apologies, my lords.' He said before flashing and appearing right behind the turtle Pokemon, the blade of his scythes right under his chin.

'You uncouth fiend. Have your parents never taught you to think before you talk and not to interrupt gentlemen's and ladies when they are talking? I am prone to be angered quite easily, so you'd be good to heed my advice, Turtle. Do not make me soil my steel with your blood.' He whispered menacingly to a terrified turtle, who did not even dare to Swallow. He frenetically nodded his head up and down and was promptly released by the Praying Mantis.

Everyone was now wearily eyeing the Scyther and the sound of a huge wave coming in was a welcomed distraction.

And what a wave that was. On top of it, a Lapras seemed to have the time of her life. On top of her, a small, pudgy Pokemon with what seemed to be boxing gloves had his hands extended and was slightly crouched. His topknot was glowing blue…as well as the Lapras's fin. They were oblivious with the fact that they were launching their huge ass wave directly to the dock.

On the beach, Sneasel was the first that understood that they were about to get washed. Hence the perfectly justified shout he screeched to everyone attending.

'IT'S GONNA HIT! HIT THE DECK' He shouted as he launched himself to the ground, face down, ass up.

He was quickly followed by the rest of the cast, minus the two Legendary Pokemon and the Cameraman. The first simply flying up and the latter using protect. And in a glorious roaring splashing sound, the wave hit everyone else attending, soaking them all to their core…aside of Wartortle which was laughing a bit at the improvised shower…and at the annoyed faces of the other contestants.

The two bringers of the flood sat there, laughing in glee at that splashing finale.

'That was fun! We gotta do this again sometimes.' The Lapras said as she got up and started floating toward the others.

The pudgy surfer, a Makuhita, smiled contently as he nodded before walking to the others, completely unaware of them glowering at the two of them.

Mesprit and Tapu Koko lowered themselves to the two new arrivals and greeted them the same as the others, with Koko jabbing at their arrival, which was answered by a shrug from Makuhita.

'Heh. The girl wanted to surf, and I like surfing, so surf we did.' He matter-of-factly explained to Tapu Koko who rolled his eyes before floating back at the dock, disinteresting himself almost immediately of the aloof fighting type.

On the next arrival, on a Wailord this time, were three Pokemon. The first one was asleep, resting near Wailord's back air holes, partially obstructing it. He looked like a large Tortoise, two well kept bushes on his golden like carapace. A bubble was constantly inflating and deflating off his nostrils.

The second Pokemon looked like a hug hunk of metal, with two red eyes looking deep in thought. He was hovering above the Wailord and seemed ready to bust out the next grand discovery of this century.

The third Pokemon was a little odd. It had a gaseous form that reminded them as a relatively curvy human woman, only that she had spike like hair and black eyes with red irises. The form also had no arms, but instead two hands floating around, surrounded by a red like ethereal energy. It eyes looked like they wanted to know what the other Pokemon was thinking.

Tapu Koko, ever a jokester, decided to mess with the easy target. With extreme speed, he disappeared and appeared behind the Wailord. Activating Dazzling Gleam, he slammed into the back of the giant whale Pokemon.

'Waaaaaaa!' Bellowed the massive Pokemon, not really appreciating being slammed so unceremoniously by something and the massive water spout he let out in protestation made everyone aware that he was not pleased…not at all.

The huge column of water made the poor and peacefully sleeping grass type shoot up in the sky, which made him wake up instantly in a panic…panic accentuated by the fact that he could not feel any solid ground under his feet.

The surprised and panicked look he had on his face and the way he tried to slow his descent by weakly flailing his limbs in all direction was too much for Tapu Koko and most contestants… they could not hold it in and started laughing and rolling on the floor.

Well in the case of Tapu Koko, it was more pirouetting in the air, his form folded in laughter...

Mesprit however, after the initial laugh, caught the poor grass type with her psychic powers and gently made him land on the ground. The tortoise had to repress his desire to kiss the earth and roll on it in relief.

'Thank you…Mrs?' He thanked hesitantly.

'Mesprit, call me Mesprit with no Mrs…in front please I am not that old..' She said gently. That comment made Sneasel's eyebrow cock up. Weren't the lake trio supposed to be as old as this world was, or something like that.

'Interesting. there is an 84% chance that the hosts forget that we have arrived as well. From that chance. There is a 96% chance that the one who comes and greets us is Mesprit. In fact, there is a 100% chance that Mesprit is lying when she says that she isn't that old.' A monotone voice drawled behind them, making them all turn around.

Mesprit felt herself twitch in anger while she slowly turned toward the author of this rather rude comment. Unflinching, the hunk of metal had spoken, but on his bortherline expressionless face, one emotion was easily perceptible.

It was amusement.

'Well, Metang, I welcome you to our Island… for your sake, I will not hold against you the fact that you were messing with the very being allowing you to feel that amusement.' She said so venomously that for a brief second, everything and everyone seemed to stop moving and breathing, only relaxing when Mesprit dropped her animosity to turn toward the last arrival that she hadn't officially greeted yet.

In the camper side, their respect/fear of Mesprit was definitely established.

Even Wartortle had to nudge the Sneasel.

'Note to self, don't mess with host. She'll kill me' he whispered with wide eyes.

'I definitely agree, I never thought that she was so sensitive.' The sharp claw replied, just now realizing that he was shaking.

The ethereal figure had watched the entire scene play out with a soft smirk on her face. This Island seemed to have a very promising future in terms of adventures. She morphed into her favorite form and walked jauntily toward Tapu Koko who had moved in to greet her.

'Welcome to our Island…Haun..' he said before he had a look at the Haunter, which had morphed into a very curvaceous version of a Loppuny, making Koko go red Viking instantly. The poor legendary did not know where to look without blushing.

Her little effect done, she laughed as she took on a toned-down version of her Lopunny morph and replied. 'Thank you, Koko, I plan on having a lot of fun.'

The ghost type then walked toward the group of campers and settled near the Scyther, who flinched. Back in his court, he was taught to be weary of specters, as they could be deceiving and manipulative. A good knight never got manipulated, ever.

Mesprit, deciding that this was taking a little bit too much time decided to speed-up the process.

One flash later and many other Pokemon were now on the beach, looking a bit confused about their whereabouts.

The first Pokemon was a strange blob that upon finding his bearings flashed and separated? Creating 4 extra bodies that lined up behind him in perfect unision with the first one shielding his face as the other for started walking on the spot in perfect rhythm.

The second Pokemon was a black and white pinguin like Pokemon. The Pokemon's most striking feature was his enormous face that looked like a block of Ice with a small beak. It seemed to barely be able to balance his head with all that extra weight but caught itself pretty quickly.

The third Pokemon was a relatively tall monkey like Pokemon with fire on the tip of its tail. After a few look around, it relaxed and walked toward the other Pokemon.

The fourth Pokemon looked like a teenage lion cub, his deep blue fur almost looking black as his tail was bushy and unkept. His golden eyes darting from left and right as his hair stood on the end of his tail, full of static electricity.

The fifth Pokemon was a very generic red karp, which had the bad idea to startle the fourth Pokemon by panickily splashing in his face.

Bad idea.

Startled, the fourth Pokemon released his static electricity which shocked all of the new arrivals lightly, making some of them looking like furballs.

'Oops…Sorry' was all they got for an apology.

Not one to be disturbed after all of this and realizing just how tiring this was going to be, still smiled brightly as she moved in to greet those 5 new arrivals.

'And now we have Falinks, Eiscue, Monferno, Luxio and Magikarp. Welcome to our island!' She greeted happily as the mics flew to the five newcomers, greedy for comments.

'For our City we will prevail!' The Falinks said as he greeted the legendary and moved out to the beach with his phalanx copying his every moves with an unsettling synchronicity.

'Thanks, let's have some fun' Replied the fire monkey, jumping and landing on a nearby tree then dangling upside down, making Hatenna giggle in the crowd.

'So..sorry about the shock.. I can't control my static sometimes…and thanks..' A very embarrassed Luxio replied as he went and lay next to the tree where Monferno was located.

The magikarp just found the first wooden boat near the dock and hid there, terrified by the other Pokemon.

The Eiscue clumsily made it to the others , his nod almost making him trip. 'Thanks, but I got my Ice face, I'll win this for sure!' he replied as he settled next to the Roserade.

Mesprit smiled as the arrival were now proceeding smoothly. She turned just in time to sidestep a…blue clad missile?

*BOOM*

A huge cloud of sand was lifted off the beach, with many of the Pokemon present hitting the deck for the second time that evening. When it all settled down, Mesprit saw in the dock that the Sharpedo that was responsible for that arrival had his eye wide in disbelief and that a crystal-clear laugh of glee was now echoing in the beach.

'Wahahaha! That was so fucking awesome! Did you see that explosion? That was wild as f…! I live for these kinds of moments, by Arceus!' The definitively feminine voice said. Two tusks were protruding from her mouth, her red eyes gleaming with adrenaline. The brown, burly body indicating profound strength!

Another shrill cry resounded in the area and within seconds, the Hattrem was assaulting the newcomer with her pigtails, her powerful slap sounding like gunshots in the stunned silence that followed the assault.

The burly brown Pokemon allowed that to continue before having enough and swatting the Pokemon away with a grey shining tail, launching the poor Pokemon in the arms of Tapu Koko, who caught her and actually took a few step backs. His eyes widened. 'What absurd strength' He commented.

Hattrem on her end was dizzy after the hit. The loud noise and the intense laugh had been too much for her to control herself and she had gone on a slapping frenzy toward the source of the noise, wanting to silence it permanently. However, the Iron Tail that had followed had expedited her straight into Koko's aka the Co-Host's arm. She blushed. Those stubby arms actually felt pretty strong for such a feeble appearance. Upon closer inspection... the Tapu was pretty damn cute…

'You Okay?'

That precise question triggered a fan girl moment that overloaded the senses of the poor teenage girl. A 'iiiii' was all the co-host got for a response before she fainted, making the Legendary Pokemon look at Mesprit sheepishly as he layed the Hattrem on the sandy ground where Roserade and Yamask tended to her.

Mesprit had her mouth agape at this development. This place was quickly turning into a nutcase hand she had to re establish some sort of control. She turned toward the brown Pokemon who was muttering about crazy Pokemon and how her cheeks now stung.

'Well that was a fine hello, Fraxure. Care to explain to us why you almost made this beach look like D-Day?" She inquired wearily.

Fraxure replied with a big smile, her eyes slightly glazing over. 'It was the best gurl, the Sharpedo had the Speed Boost ability and I felt like having some nice rush so I gently 'persuaded' (you could feel the coercion in the way she said persuaded') him to use it to get there faster.

Only when we were close of the deck, he realized that he was going to crash and abruptly stopped, which made me eject at high speed off his back and into the beach. I figured that the impact would hurt less and I activated my Dragon Rush attack. The rest is history.' She explained as she waddled to the others.

Mesprit sighed as she turned toward the ocean and focused to bring the rest of the cast in oder to avoid having lawsuit about attempted murder another time.

A flash and this time 7 Pokemon appeared onto the beach.

They consisted of a small snake with ridiculously small wings, a poison frog in Muay Thai garments, a small desert crock that looked shifty, A small and stubby rodent with a knowing look on his face, a black and blue jackal pup that had his eyes closed like nothing was happening around him, a coal kart and green and yellow flower.

Tapu Koko was the one that presented them this time

'And we say hello to our last arrivals. Dunsparce, Croagunk, Sandile, Bidoof, Riolu, Carkool and Gossifleur. Welcome to our Island.!' He said as the group of Pokemon greeted them normally aside of two.

Riolu barely registered the greet and went to sit alone in a corner inside some shade, not once opening his eyes.

The other was the bidoof, who exchanged a knowing look with Mesprit.
'We all know the Co-Host do not present characters, what makes you think the viewers care about you?' He asked in a loud and provocative manner to Koko.

Many contestant looked at Bidoof like he was crazy, yet for some unknown reason, thought that he would be able to butt heads with him.

Tapu Koko twitched and lowered himself to Bidoof, planting his eyes right in Bidoof's

'Listen here, you little shit. Give me one reason that I don't drown you right now on this very beach.' He said menacingly to the rodent.

'Let me give you three reasons. First, you would never do that, you'd get lawsuits. Second, I am a beaver you dumb fuck, I can't drown. Third reason, even if I could drown, you just don't have the balls.' He said so calmly that Tapu Koko activated his Electric Surge, the full version this time and prepared to Smash the impudent rodent to the ground.

Nothing of that happened as Tapu Koko was slammed to the ground by a psychic power.

Next to him, Latias made herself visible, her eyes glowing.

'Calm down Koko, do not ruin the show for Mes.' She said firmly.

Bidoof was about to add something when Latias glared at him. It had been enough of him too. Bidoof got the message and stayed quiet.

Mesprit, who by now had understood that as a host, she couldn't comment whatever weird shenanigans was happening and that she still had many things left to do for the day simply moved on.

'Now that all our…24 contestant are present, let's now go on a tour of the island before we explain the first challenge. She said…right before stopping herself.

'24 contestant, that doesn't sound right. Didn't Koko speak of 25 contestant?' She asked out loud.

'That would be me, dear Mesprit.' A beautiful voice answered. Mesprit turned back to the dock and her mouth dropped in realisation.

That statement was shared by basically everyone staring at the dock at that moment.

On the dock, a beautiful vulpine Pokemon was standing, boreal lights dancing around her form. A beautiful white fur with a rosy thing had been bestowed on this enchanting creature. A beautiful tuff of white fur was ondulating above the pokemon's head.

Her gracious traits was entrancing to the eye and her beautiful nine tails looking like a long veil trailing behind the Pokemon, further enchancing her appearance. Her deep pink eyes sucked in almost all the guys present, to the exception of the Riolu who still had his eyes closed.

Mesprit snapped out of it before the others. In his shock, the Smeargle intern had let the camera go and was now staring at the fox Pokemon in awe, as if she was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen. (which might very well be the case, mind you!)

She discreetly woke him up from his state of entrancement by bopping his head with her tail and moved in to greet her.

'Oh my Ninetales, I was not informed of you coming to our Island. Welcome to Sosei Island!' She greeted her as Ninetales laughed softly. Her laugh sounding like music to all ears present, making many of the boys and some of the girls blush instantly.

'It is quite alright. I am simply honored that your Co-Host invited me to your competition. Forgive me for doing this, but I must say that while the Lapras was excellent company, travelling on her back made me a little stiff' She said as she stretched, painfully slowly and flaunting her tails and strong body.

Let's say the effect was pretty strong...

Wartortle howled, followed by Sneasel. Luxio had his mouth agape and his tail was wagging slowly. Karcool turned bright red and it was only the salutary intervention of a blushing Lapras that cooled the poor kool cart down.

Riolu opened one eye, and closed it immediately, but a speck of red dust around his cheeks showed that he wasn't indifferent.

Yamask was wondering how a lady could flaunt her body so freely with a speck of jealousy. Croagunk had a wider stupid grin on his face, Metang was unaffected but started to do calculation on her capacity to control the game with her looks.

Her stunt completed, she walked to the others, smiling seductively.
'I hope that we get well acquainted.' She said softly, her voice dropping a few octaves at that last word, making basically all the guys need to cover themselves.

Mesprit couldn't take it anymore. The air was way too charged for her taste,

'ANYHOW, now we have everyone here. I would like once again to thank the sea Pokemon transport company for their help in the matter. Now follow me everyone, I will show you around the Sosei Camp.' She explained as the campers moved around to follow her.

'As you can see, this beautiful strip of paradise is Called Sosei Island, which means…' Mesprit explained before having her sentence completed.

'Island of Beginning in an ancient human language called Japanese, am I correct?' Sneasel completed, a pensive claw under his chin.

Mesprit smiled at him. ' Why yes, I suppose you heard of it?' She inquired as they moved past the clearing to arrive to what looked like the middle of the Island, with a large camp like structure with a few buildings.

'Yes indeed, It is the same of the ruins of Snowpoint, where I originated from.' The sharp claw Pokemon replied.

Behind him, Haunter had her hands on her chin, observing the Dark type pensively.

'What an interesting oddity' She thought as she took mental notes to keep tab on this dark type.

As the campers arrived at the camp, Tapu Koko took the elm in explaining what the camp was about.

'Alright you lot. This is Sosei Camp and where you will be staying for the competition. The rules are pretty simple and you'll find them pinned on the wall in your dorms. Of course, they will be separated by teams and by gender obviously, although we quite don't care about that y'all do in them as long as you don't attempt at the life of anybody.

On the east side, you've got the Sosei Hall, where the main area will be located, as well as the cafeteria…'

On these words, a burly Pokemon with red skin and a Large white Judogi walked to them, his face stern.

Tapu Koko smiled and lashed out an arm to introduce him: 'As usual, pretty good timing Cook! Introduce yourself mate!' Tapu Koko said with glee, stepping aside to let the judo Pokemon take the spotlight!

'Good Evening campers! My name is Throh. I will serve as your cook during your stay in Sosei Island. Ush' He said while tightening his belt.

Croagunk raised his hand. A simple eyebrow raise from Throh prompted him to talk.

'Yo bro, before you get all bossy, I need to know if you got them creds fully! How good yous cook is, you crook?' he raped.

Apparently, Throh had heard this way of talking because he let out a hearty laugh. 'A mere lad asking me for my creds? How humorous.!' He then looked at the Muay Thai frog seriously. 'Listen here runt, you'll be in my hall for a bit, so If you do not want to starve, I will have you not ask for my talents. You'll see them in due time.' He said before tightening his belt once gain. Croagunk gulped and stayed quiet.

Satisfied, Throh started his explanations once more. 'In my hall, I will need you to respect the food you are given as well as each other. No fighting In my cuisine. However, if you feel like handling a different, you'll do so with a Shokugeki!' He said, ending his words with a tighten of his belt once again.

Among the campers, a few whispers were heard. Hattrem was the one that vocalized the question on everyone's mind, turning to Yamask, which hadn't left her side this entire time: 'what's a Shokugeki?' she asked to the ghost type.

'No idea milady…' She replied timidly. Hattrem raised an eyebrow at the title but did not add anything.

Wartortle stepped up confidently. 'Well then, I'll challenge you at whatever that Shokugeki is!' he pompously declared. His arm pointed at Throh in defiance.

'I do not know if this is fearlessness or Stupidity. Know that when you are declaring a Shokugeki, you cannot withdraw from it! We'll hold it later however, as you have more pressing manners right now. I will now go back to my Kitchen for now. Ush!' He said while bowing to them and lumbering back to his kitchen.

Mesprit followed up immediately. 'On the center of the camp are your dormitories, as you already heard from Koko. At the extreme east of the camp is the Sosei Confessional. Unlike these other shows where they normally use it conjointly as WC, this one is just a sober place where you can let your heart pour in all confidence. Of course, it will be soundproof so nobody can eaves drop on you while you are in here. She explained as she pulled out a map of the place and pointed to the small applewood facility on the extreme east of the camp.

At the north of the camp is the Sosei Library kept by our Librarian, Gogoat. He is currently handling the library, so he won't be greeting you guys just now. Of course, We ask you to be nice to him and to be quiet in the library. Those who will hurt or disturb Gogoat…. Will be…disciplined.' He said menacingly to the campers…

Bidoof rolled his eyes and was about to let a remark but was stopped this time by Roserade wrapping a vine around his mouth, clamping it shut while flashing him a disapproval stare. Bidoof sighed and shrugged.

At that moment, a beautiful floating form approached the campers and for what could be the third time that day, most males' jaws dropped at the apparition. The newcomer was a beautiful water type with long flowing blew hair, a white body with a veil of light blue a fur around her waist, tail and shoulders. A cute pearl bar was holding her hair in a pigtail. Her tail was lovely blue, reminiscent of the lagoons water she originated from.

Her rosy snot was rose in the air, giving her an almost arrogant look as she opened her eyes revealing a deep blue gaze with a hint of pink inside, sparkling like corals. She was simply stunning to the campers…and to a certain electric type legendary Pokemon.

Mesprit smiled at the arrival of the water type Pokemon. 'I see that the commotion brought you out of the lounge, Primarina. Well they are all ears, take the stage dear!' She invited the water/fairy type.

'Well hello all of you. I am Primarina, the lounge keeper. At the west side of the camp, there is my lounge, which also has a Gym and a pool. It is nice to see you all. If you need anything or you need to talk around a drink, I am all ears. Just be nice to each other!' She more or less sang to the contestant…

Upon receiving no answer, Mesprit had to face palm…

'Prima, I know that you are nice but don't forget you are a mermaid…your voice when you don't control yourself…well you can see it by yourself right?' She said as the contestant's eyes were unfocused and dazed…

Primarina blushed in embarrassment… 'I am sorry… I'll snap them out of it' She said in contrition as she made a huge water bubble with her snout and made it float above the contestants…

*POP*

As a refreshing drizzle, coupled with the loud pop achieved to wake up the contestants, comments in the crowd fused about Primarina's mesmerizing voice

'Was that the sound of heaven?' Sneasel commented to nobody in particular

'Interesting…there was less than a percent chance that I would be affected by that. Why did it happen?' Metang pondered

Hattrem looked upset that she hadn't stayed in that sweet dazed state. 'What heavenly sound… I'd pay to constantly be hearing that…' She whispered longingly.

Haunter looked pensively at Primarina, wondering if she could make use of an ability like that and wondering how her voice put them all under so easily…

Luxio just had his tail wagging softly, blushing

Wartortle was smiling. 'That's a hot chick!' He whispered to Alolan Ninetales

The latter was not happy with that. She thought that her entrance would have latched a seed of seduction on the campers but that Primarina had extinguished her image completely by simply talking…'The fact that she'll stick around will make things difficult for me…' She said

Tapu Koko was staring at Primarina in deep attraction and it took Mesprit a few tries to get him to focus on the job.

'Thank you for this most…amazing experience, Primarina dear. With that, all of the presentation has been done at the moment. You have a few moments before you to unpack your things and use the confessional for the first time. Once that is done, we will be having our first challenge. Dismissed!' He shouted before him and Mesprit disappeared.

*** Confessional Montage. ***

***Bzzt***

The Riolu stared at the Camera and crossed his arms with a smile before closing his eyes. Talking was not for him, it seemed.

***Bzzt***

Haunter had a pensive claw under her chin:

'I did not expect to have so many potential seductresses in the show. Acting like a slut is not going to do me much good here…even though some of the boys looks…interesting enough.' She said while eerily licking her lips. To win this is going to require finesse.

I'll have fun seeing what kind of strings I can pull in this game. She said before letting out a chilling laugh… (yeah it actually created a little frost on the lens of the camera.)

***Bzzt***

Monferno was jumping around the confessional, happy to see that there was enough room to move.

'Well this is amazingly different from the jungle… that's for sure.

I'll try my best. That Luxio looks cool enough tho and the Wartortle is an idiot…' He exclaimed loudly before tripping in his excitement and hitting his head on the wall.

'Ouch….' He moaned...

***Bzzt***

Sandile had a scowl on his face. 'Unlike these losers, I am here on a mission. I'll pull it off a go back to my home as a hero!'

He declared confidently… However, a good observant would see that his tail…as well as half of his body was shaking. In fear or in anticipation? We will most likely never know.

***Bzzt***

Croagunk was still reeling of the appearance of Primarina…

' Yo dudes, What's with all the hoes around here. The ninetales looked like a total looker but the Primarina, that was bonkers!

Yous better believe I'll do my best with no plan to foil and with them girls I'll leave with the spoils!' He said while showing off his street signs.

***Bzzt***

Sneasel was sitting on the confessional, calm and pensive.

'Well, I have to say that it was quite the entrance indeed.' There are already some very cool Pokemon here and I can tell it is not going to be an easy competition.

He then blushed when he reminisced Alolan Ninetales's and Primarina's Entrances. His eyes grew distant and a goofy smile crept on his face

***Bzzt***

The Luxio looked a bit off putted. 'Man oh man, I can't believe my static released back there, I really gotta learn how to control it or I can see myself leaving early… Oh the competition looks intense already…'

His face then turned into a hostile rictus…' I have to be weary of that Wartortle tho, It seems that he is going to be on my watchlist….Primarina as well…her voice was heavenly but I somehow feel like I should never be washed away…' He muttered in confusion. The camera cut then.

***Bzzt***

Gossifleur was simply talking about everything in sucession but nothing too interesting was said… Moving on

***Bzzt***

Hattrem was still somewhat blushing while thinking about Tapu Koko's arms when she was caught. She then turned to the camera '

If they scream or are too loud, They get the big Slap. I feel that keeping Yamask near me is going to be beneficial after all…Poor girl looks so lost so If I become good friend with her, she'll be useful to me…' She calculated as she smiled, a small laugh escaping her lips

***Bzzt***

Yamask was sighing sadly. 'I told myself that I would try to rely on myself and here I am, acting like the follower of Hattrem…

It's not my fault, I am a follower by nature…I hope she dosen't find me annoying already.' She prayed as her eyes grew watery.

***Bzzt***

Roserade was drinking a warm tea that she had taken graciously from Throh. 'Oh my, what wonderful yet mellow flavor...' She said appreciatively as the warm liquid helped her calm down considerably.

She looked at the camera and started talking: ' Well I suppose that this is the competition I will have to deal with.

I do plan on doing something about that Bidoof and the Turtle. They must learn that they cannot act a they please.

For myself however, getting as far as possible will probably be my objective.' She said before sipping her tea once more.

***Bzzt***

Dusparce and Magikarp's confessional were basically the same. They were simply shaking in fear at the sight of the other contestants…NEXT

***Bzzt***

Alolan Ninetales was staring at the Camera and let out a beautiful yet blood curling howl of frustration.

'The Haunter, the Primarina, the Roserade… Having so many 'beautiful' Pokemon in the roster or entourage was going to make her job much more difficult.

She soon calmed down however…'

I have the tools to make anyone I wish my lapdog in this competition and I am going to use them.

Beside I already have my first victim in mind. He doesn't seem to have that much brains, but he has the muscle.

He'll be useful to me at the start...' She strategized as a sinister grin darkened her striking features.

***Bzzt***

The Lapras smiled warmly at the camera. 'I won a draw within my transport company to participate on this show.

I am fairly certain that I won't win this at all, but I am already having a great time, so I hope this continues.

The Makuhita guy I was with seems pretty nice. In an Island where everyone are strangers to each other, I am glad that I had the opportunity to make a friend already.' She explained as she exited the confessional

***Bzzt***

The Falinks were in perfect position in a straight line as the Leader Falink came close to the camera. 'From where I am from, there is no practice.

All of what we do is the real deal. We were given a mission to succeed in this competition and so we will.

If they can't follow me, I'll at least whip those into shape. For Galar! He shouted, his four hoplites responding in unison.

***Bzzt***

Fraxure was looking around the confessional, her foot stomping and her claws out of their sheath, ''I am going to tear apart this competition. I will make sure that everyone know my power. My power is infinite and my adrenaline is pumping!'' She said with confidence, pumping her claws up in the air.

***Bzzt***

Eiscue was balancing his huge Ice head from on side to the other. 'Well this is it. The chance to Prove that my Ice face and I can be useful and stop anything.

This is for you Dad!' He said confidently while throwing his hand in the air…which imbalanced him and made him trip on the camera…which scrambled once more.

***Bzzt***

Wartortle had a bad smile on his face. 'Bwahaha, this competition is a good as done already.

I'll beat that pops, mess around with them hoes and have a good time' Then I'll walk away rich! How better can life be?' He asked as he laughed merrily.

Oh, if life could be so simple….

***Bzzt***

Makuhita stretched in the confessional. ' The Lapras chick seems nice enough, I'll try to get to know her.

As for the competition, heh, I aint worried.

'I am a pretty chill guy so whatever happens, happen!' He drawled before leaving the facility

***Bzzt***

Metang fixed the camera, unblinking, for a very long time.

'Interesting, the was a 3% chance that the camera would have scrambled have I waited for 9% longer.

Exisitance is all about calculations and very rarely do I miss mine.

Currently, I have around 36% chance to win the game.

My job will be to raise that percentile to 80+, Interesting challenge…' He muttered before the camera scrambled.

***Bzzt***

Bidoof snacked on a piece of wood before starting his confessional.

'Well this Island is decent enough; the Host is nice and kinda pretty…but the Co-Host… more like a Third rate Co-Host on a fourth rate show…

We'll see how well they do this time,..' He sighed…

***Bzzt***

Grotle was lazily laying on his belly. 'Heh, as long as they have good food and a good bed, I don't really care.' He said before closing his eyes and taking a nap.

***Bzzt***

Carkool rolled in the confessional

'Well well, it's on now. I hope that I will be able to control my temper however…my kind tend to be explosive…

I am pretty sure that projecting hot coal is not going to help make me many friends…' he pondered before the camera fizzled.

***Bzzt***

Scyther looked around wearily. The concept of coming to a place and laying your heart out was rather unappealing to him.

'No! The point of this exercise is to get used to things that are out of my zone of comfort…' He reasoned before looking at the camera once more.

'Well, fair countrymen, I am here now on the behalf of my kingdom for this here tournament. I can see that there is a fair number of valorous knights present and a fair amount of Ladies whom I can plead allegiance to, according to the Knights custom…

However, a knight does not give allegiance to any lady. Whom between the fox lady, the ghost lady, the fair grass maiden and the mermaid will be worthy of following…?' He asked out loud before the camera scrambled...

***Bzzt***

*** End of Montage ***¸

With their confessional done and once they had settled their belongings somewhere where they wouldn't be in the way, the contestant gathered in the central Area, where Tapu Koko and Mesprit were waiting for them.

'Welcome back, contestant. Now I suppose that you guys are wondering how you'll be separated into teams right?' Mesprit asked as most contestant nodded.

Tapu Koko pirouetted in front of Mesprit. ' While simply separating you guys would be much easier, we decided to give it a more interesting spin. So we'll do that after the challenge…' He explained as a murmur passed among the campers

'It's probably gonna be one of these jump of the cliff courage test…' said one

'I don't wanna jump of cliffs…it's scary' said another

'You think I wanna dirty my tails?' Added a third, looking at her pristine tail in apprehension.

'I actually hope not that Co-Host has to have come up with something better' drawled a fourth, which drew a annoyed smirk out of Tapu Koko.

Tapu Koko shrieked, bringing their attention back to him.

'Of course not ! Here on Sosei, we want to do things rather differently than what you may come to expect from this kind of competition. Follow me lads, you're in for quite a surprise…' He said as he and Mesprit floated away toward the center north of the camp.

They had to go past a beautiful clearing, with many berry trees and large trees decorating the road.

A few archaic animals were running around, undeterred by the appearance of the magical creatures.

After crossing a nice river and another bushy forest…A large Colosseum like structure was visible.

Golden yellow with a some strikes of grey, it looked imposing to the campers… and it made quite the impression

'That…was not expected…' Sneasel gaped as he walked a little bit in front of everyone , following right behind the hosts…

Riolu had his eyes open now, the aura he was feeling coming from the Colloseum making his normally calm blood pumped.

Scyther felt the excitement and immediately put on his knight visor and took out his bamboo lance.

Magikarp and Dunsparce were less enchanted as they realized what they we likely going to be asked to do once they entered the stadium…and they were not pleased about that.

Haunter smiled, seeing what was coming. 'Very creative indeed, I cannot wait to actually be in here.'

Croagunk was already bobbing his head around, vibing. 'That shit is going to be fucking lit' He muttered as he started humming his favorite beat.

The group entered the big building and stopped right before the path that lead to the Colloseum.

Mesprit smiled at them, ready to get the party started. Immediately she materialized a Gladiator armor that hid her face and did the same for Tapu Koko, who donned a net in his hand and a shield on his arm.

'Welcome to Sosei Colloseum! This place will serve as your site for the first challenge. This is also where you'll be presented to the world for the first time, so I suggest you give you all here!' She joyfully said as she gestured to Koko for him to carry on the explanations.

The electric type Legendary took it graciously, pirouetting in front of them

'This challenge will be a simple battle royal where the one who wins is of course the last one standing. In this case, the last two standing out of all of you will be the two team captains. Of course, everything is permitted, moves and all. You may form alliances if you see it fit. But I would try to avoid falling in the Water if you can, you'd be in for a nasty surprise…' He explained.

Bidoof rolled his eyes. 'Cmon lighting fairy, you really think that a couple of boiling water and some sharks will scare us…it's the oldest trick in the book..' He drawled insultingly.

Tapu Koko sneered and launched his net toward Bidoof and scooped him up! Before he had the chance of shock him to a twist, the rodent used hyper fang and easily cut the net open before landing on the ground. He eyed the legendary arrogantly and smugly jiggled his butt at him.

The infuriated fairy was held back by Mesprit's Psychic attack before he actually lost it.

'Enough you two… now follow us to the Field. Steel yourselves and may the best mon wins…' Mesprit said as he led the campers to the field under deafening cheers.

(Music suggestion: One Piece OST New World – Frenzy! Colosseum)

The group marched boldly toward the Colosseum, in the stands many Pokemon were assemble, as well as a few legendary Pokemon in the stands, cheering with all their might!

'THERE THEY ARE! Pokemon from all genders, age, status and regions! We have the first ever contestant of this Total Pokemon of Power! They boldly walk in the Colosseum, the head full of dreams, their heart pumping in anticipation. Some of them are even dressed for the part!

Who will reign supreme and show that it has what it takes to leave with the most amazing prize those games have ever seen? Who are the two who will show their worth of directing the two teams that will fight valiantly toward the next stage? Peel your eyes, Pokemon from all horizon, and do not look away!

Tonight, it's happening at Sosei Colosseum! I am your MC for tonight, Screaming and Shouting announcer, Mike! And I am honored to be your commentator for this première. Can I get a Yeah!'

An unseen MC said as the crowd went crazy, giving a powerful yeah that shook the entire stadium.

The stage was a large stone platform floating atop water. Which had gold and grey coloring… pretty striking indeed. It looked sturdy enough to endure Pokemon battling.

In the stands, in the legendary lounge, the bets were flying like shooting stars in the meteor shower.

'Heh, those are the runts that will compete in Mesprit's show?' They don't look like much… A burly red Dinosaur like Pokemon commented.

'Don't say that, you should know that for Pokemon of lesser power, they are quite resourceful, brother…' A blue whale chided him, bopping his head with one of his fins.

'I place my bet on the Scyther, just look at him, he looks like a real gladiatior!' A small fairy like Pokemon with a blue body and two antennas with a red light glowing with delight commented.

'Heh, interesting, I wish I could get down there myself, a big, rocky like mammal on all fours commented.'

'Always up for a brawl, heh Terrakion..' A gracious green Pokemon with a rosy leaf on her neck commented, chuckling.

Arceus and Giratina, intertwined, watched the games unfold from the hall and smiled. They had done a pretty good job setting the tone…

'This could be fun, heh honey?' The goddess commented to Giratina who smiled.
'Well, I have to say that it certainly got my blood pumped a little bit more… Especially since I also have a role to play on that show…' The dragon legend replied, chuckling.

*** Back at the Colosseum***

The contestant were taking place on the rather immense platform, some of them staying around the edge of it, others remaining in the middle. A few groups seemed to have been formed already.

Hatenna was joined by Yamask and they both smiled to each other.

Makuhita and Lapras were chatting on a corner…

Wartortle was turning around Alolan Ninetales which feigned to give him much importance while interiorly she was pleased…

The MC got the crowd going once more…'Well folks, as our esteemed host have said, it's a battle royal till last 2 are standings, then those two will battle for spoils. There is no time limit to this challenge, if it takes 9 hours, it'll take 9 hours. «

You may use moves and if you fall in the water or faint, you are eliminated. If you do fall off the water… you'll have to get out there quickly…since… something bad might happen to you if you stay for too long… Now, esteemed crowd! Let's get the Countdown started! 10!'

'9'

Haunter's heart started beating faster.

Riolu started running in place.

Roserade smiled in excitement.

'8!'

Carkool coal reserve started reddening.

Luxio's sparks erupted around him.

Monferno's started jumping around excitedly.

'7!'

Croagunk was vibing a little more

Magikarp was shuddering next to Dunsparce

Dusparce actually looked up in defiance, trying desperately to control his fear.

'6!'

Metang was calculating his chances of success.

Makuhita was stretching. Fighting was his shtick after all.

Lapras was less enchanted at the prospect of violence, but she was with Makuhita, it should go right, right?

'5!'

Grotle plopped up. He knew that even though he was lazy, he would have to move his ass in order to stay in the game.

Sneasel stretched, his claws sharpening as a more vicious look appeared in his face. He was going to establish that he was not just a big head… but could show some muscles too.

Gossifleur was pouting, the challenge most likely not allowing her to gossip much…

'4!'
Scyther was commanding his soul to Arceus, as per of Knightly custom. From the hall, Arceus smiled softly and showed her appreciation for the devotion by shining a warm ray of light upon the mantis Pokemon.

Fraxure was excitedly stomping her foot on the ground… That MC was counting awfully slowly. She wanted to rip someone or something apart, quickly.

'3!'

Eiscue was balancing his head confidently. This had to be like the best challenge ever for him. His Ice face could not be broken when hurt. He would have this in the bag for sure.

Bidoof was simply looking at the sky, wondering if he had made the right decision to come here….that was intense for a first challenge…he thought.

'2!'

Alolan Ninetales was stretching her body seductively but hid a smirk. She was not just a pretty face, and she was going to prove it in this challenge.

Wartortle was simply starting at Alolan Ninetales, stunned by her beauty.

Sandile was shivering slightly, slightly off putted by this atmosphere.

'1!'

Falinks and his phalanx screamed a strong 'Legio Expedita!' And got into his formation, them making the spot in perfect unison while the Leader closed his shield in front of his face.

Hattrem and Yamask looked at each other in the eyes, silently wishing each other good luck as they stared at the crowd in apprehension.

The count and anticipation at its paroxysm, the MC finally announced the start of the hostilities.

'GO!'

(Music suggestion: - One Piece OST – Fight in the Coloseum)

At that shout, Some challengers launched themselves at each other, running toward the center of the stage, while some others waited calmly for people to come to them

Mesprit and Tapu Koko exchanged a high-five. It was on!

End of chapter 1.

NOTA:
Whew, this was as long as my first university paper… Well you have it folks, the first chapter of this long journey called Total Pokemon – Island of Power is finally under way. Me and my Co-Author Mpeach are delighted to give you this new adventure to follow in these troubled times. I thank all of you who gave this modest story a chance and read the first chapter until the end. I would like to use the moment to make a few disclaimers:

First, as it is obvious, We do not own Pokemon and any other trademarked material we would use in the story. We only own the OCs basically.

We also don't own the music suggestions we'll put in the story, as they belong to their Original Authors and composers.

Second, I know that we probably should have let people submit OCs. But since its our first stories and that we are just learning this whole thing, we decided to use our own cast this time. Feel free to submit OCs however, we will surely use them if this story gets a sequel.

Third, I ask of you guys to be patient. I work 40 hours a week now that school has been ended due to the cas de force majeure in vigor in Quebec. My co-writer is currently In Morocco trying to find his way back home. However, we engage ourselves to deliver a chapter at most every two weeks and to finish this story.

Fourth, Leave comments and reviews, as they will be capital to give you guys the best story possible…and add on our motivation to keep going. That is why I humbly ask that you comment as much as possible of the first chapter and tell us what you'd like to see and what are the things we should refrain from doing.

Finally, Stay safe people, follow the directive from your health official and most importantly, have fun and laugh often. We are strong and we will get past this crisis.

Train On and until then,

Primal Latios and Mpeach – Out.