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Kanto Arc

Chapter 10 Two Vulpix? And New Rival's

Hello everyone, here's chapter 10 the first half will mainly focus on Brock and the Breeding competition while the second half will be the introduction to the SS. Anne tournament where the group will reunite with old friends/rivals and make new rivals as well let's begin.

It's now the next day after the incident with Hunter D the group are heading to the northern part of Vermillion City where Brock can compete in the breeding competition but that's not what Brock is mainly excited about.

"Suzy my sweet! I'll be there soon" Brock says happily as he's skipping ahead of Ash (Ash has Pikachu on his shoulder with Raichu floating alongside him) and Misty (Who's carrying Wimpod in her arms)

"Do you really think Brock is going to compete?" Ash asks Misty

"I don't think so he's letting his love for Suzy take hold of him" Misty says with Ash getting a confused look

"What's love got to do with it?" Ash asks with Raichu and Wimpod wondering as well, Misty and Pikachu shake their heads

"You'll learn one day when your older" Misty responds with Ash confused with what she means

"Hey what do you" Before Ash could finish Brock gives a loud happy scream as Ash and Misty turn to him

"Brock what's wrong" Ash asks

"WE'VE MADE IT!" Brock yells as Ash, Misty and their Pokemon look around and see the breeding competition venue alongside many trainers and Pokemon some that are from other regions' making Ash and Misty excited.

"Whoa look at all those Pokemon I've seen some of these on TV before but seeing them in real life is amazing" Ash says with Misty agreeing

"Guy's look its SUZY!" Brock yells happily Ash and Misty turn and see a girl around Brock's age with teal hair a long side her is a girl around Ash and Misty's age with blue hair tied in twin tails and wearing a shirt that has a big star in the middle next to her is a small pink blob like Pokemon both are currently massaging a Machoke and Raticate.

"How are you doing Duplica?" Suzy asks looking at the girl next to her

"I'm doing great just a few more and Raticate will be all finished" Duplica responded as both her and Suzy finish massaging the two Pokemon Machoke and Raticate get up and are feeling refreshed.

"Here you are sir your Machoke and Raticate are now all done with their massage" Suzy says looking at the man in front of her

"Whoa thank you Suzy and Duplica" the man says thanking the two girls as he and his Pokemon walk away happily.

"There you have it folks Suzy and Duplica have done it again let's give a round of applause" the announcer says with everyone in the crowd clapping their hands with Brock clapping the loudest Ash and Misty look at him in embarrassment.

"The breeding competition will begin in 2 hours make sure to register and prepare your Pokemon the judges for this event will be the chairman of the Pokemon fan club and none other than Suzy and Duplica" The announcer states as the crowd roars in excitement as most of the people quickly run to register.

"Come on Brock you got to hurry and register" Ash says but sees Brock running in the direction Suzy and Duplica went.

"Brock wait!" Ash and Misty yell as they hurry after Brock


2 minutes later the group is currently standing outside the building Suzy and Duplica went Ash and Misty give a few huffs as they sprinted at full speed trying to catch up with Brock, the tan teen isn't tired but is extremely nervous standing outside the door.

"Well, are you going inside?" Misty asks tiredly

"I don't know I'm too nervous what if Suzy doesn't like me or doesn't answer my questions" Brock says in a scared tone

"Don't worry Brock you'll be fine your great at taking care of Pokemon and I'm confident Suzy will love to get to know you" Ash says with a smile comforting Brock

"Thanks Ash" Brock says as he alongside Ash, Misty and Raichu enter the building and see Duplica massaging the small pink Pokemon that was with her with Suzy watching and there are two fox like Pokemon next to them one has a red coat while the other has a white coat Suzy turns and looks at the group who came in.

"Hello, my name is Suzy how may I help you today?" Suzy asks the group with a smile

"Hello, my name is Brock a Pokemon breeder in training, and these are my friends Ash, Misty alongside their Pokemon" Brock responds sweating with Ash, Misty with Pikachu, Raichu and Wimpod saying high.

"It's nice to meet you and you have very interesting Pokemon" Suzy says as she looks at Ash's Pikachu

"Duplica come over look at this Pikachu's coat I've never seen a Pikachu's coat look as clean and as healthy as this one before" Suzy says as Duplica now finished messaging her Pokemon walks over and notices Pikachu's coat and gets an amazed look as well.

"You're right it looks really healthy and cleaned tell me how you got Pikachu's coat to look like this?" Duplica asks while looking Ash in the eye

"It wasn't me even though I'm Pikachu's trainer thanks to Brock he's been able to take care of not just Pikachu but our other Pokemon as well" Ash says with both Suzy and Duplica looking at Brock in amazement

"This is simply incredible are you competing in the Breeding competition as well?" Suzy asks the nervous Brock

"I wasn't planning to I was just mainly hoping to learn more tips from you on how to care for Pokemon' Brock responds

"Ah that's too bad if you competed, you'd be a shoe in to win" Duplica says

"Well, if you really want to learn more tips on how to care for Pokemon I'll gladly help you" Suzy says with a smile making Brock happy

"Thank you very much I'll make sure to absorb everything you teach me" Brock says with a bow

"Oh, by the way my name is Duplica I'm Suzy's assistant it's nice to meet ya" Duplica says looking at the group as they introduce themselves the small pink Pokemon and two little fox Pokemon walk over curious on what's going on.

"Who are those Pokemon?" Ash asks he's about to pull out his Pokedex but Suzy and Duplica answer

"This is my partner Pokemon Ditto we've been together since I was young and are traveling to bring joy to both People and Pokemon with are comedy we're currently traveling with Suzy to gain more knowledge on Pokemon" Duplica says with the group amazed

"These two are Vulpix the red one is the Kantoian Vulpix you're all familiar with while the other one is the Alolan form that has the ice typing instead of fire" Suzy says as the Pokemon look at the group the Kanto Vulpix not really caring while the Alolan Vulpix gives a happy Vul as it goes to greet the group and their Pokemon.

"Ah your both so cute" Misty squeals as she puts Wimpod down to pet Alolan Vulpix the ice fox allows her making Misty happy

"You're so soft" Misty says while petting it she then goes and picks up the Kanto Vulpix who's not happy being picked up

"Hello Vulpix, it's nice to meet you" Misty says happily but is then blasted in the face by Vulpix's Flamethrower Misty comedically falls down with Wimpod going over to its trainer.

"Oh, I'm sorry I should've warned you my Kanto Vulpix isn't too fond of strangers" Suzy says

"So, are both of these Vulpix yours?" Ash asks curiously

"The Kanto Vulpix is but the Alolan Vulpix is a wild Pokemon when me and Dulpica went to visit Mt. Lanakila in the Alola region a couple months ago we were there to see all of the ice type Pokemon 1 hour later this one followed us all the way back to our cabin we tried to give it back to its pack but the leader refused as Vulpix was ready to go on its journey I haven't captured Vulpix I get the feeling I'm not the right trainer for it and Vulpix doesn't seem all that interested in Pokemon Breeding" Suzy says while looking at the ice fox

"Well, I hope one day you get to meet the trainer that's right for you" Ash says looking at Vulpix with a smile as Vulpix gives him a nod.

"Hey Ash, the breeding competition doesn't start for another hour you seem like a strong trainer you want to battle?!" Duplica asks getting Ash's attention

"You're on!" Ash says excitedly as he, Misty, Duplica their Pokemon and Alolan Vulpix all run out to watch the battle.

"Oh, that Duplica always wanting to test herself" Suzy says as she turns to Brock

"So, Brock will you show me the rest of your Pokemon?" Suzy asks with Brock nodding as he brings out Alolan Graveler, Zubat and Sandshrew except for Onix he leaves Onix in his Pokeball as its too big.

"My all of your Pokemon look like they've been really taken well care of" Suzy says in amazement

"Thank you I try my best" Brock responds

"Tell me do you buy Pokemon food?" Suzy asks

"Oh, I make my own for my Pokemon and my friends Pokemon I feel it makes me closer to my Pokemon by learning what type of food they eat, and I also really love looking for new ingredients as well" Brock responds

"I see would you be so kind to make food for my Vulpix?" Suzy asks Brock

"You bet!" Brock says giving Suzy a thumbs up as they go into the kitchen to make Vulpix some Pokemon food.

Meanwhile, outside next to the building Ash and Duplica are getting ready for their battle.

"So, what are the rules for this match?" Ash asks

"The only Pokemon I have with me is Ditto, so it'll be a 1v1 battle whoever sides Pokemon go down is the winner" Duplica responds as Ditto jumps on the battlefield flexing its arms

"Hmmm Raichu you want to try battling Ditto?" Ash asks Raichu who's floating next to him

"Rai" Raichu states as it really wants to battle and test out its powers Ash smiles

"Okay Raichu I choose you!" Ash says as Raichu floats on the battlefield ready for its first trainer battle alongside Ash

"The 1v1 battle between Ash's Raichu and Duplica's Ditto can now begin!" Misty says raising her arms up with Wimpod and Alolan Vulpix standing beside her

"Raichu use Thunderbolt!" Ash calls as Raichu quickly fires the stream of electricity at Ditto

"Ditto dodge then transform!" Duplica calls as Ditto dodges and transforms into Raichu shocking Ash and his Raichu

"You see my ditto can transform into any Pokemon it wants to and use the moves of that Pokemon as well before it couldn't fully transform but thanks to Suzy its now able to" Duplica says

"Even still my Raichu will still win use Psychic!" Ash calls as Raichu fires the Psychic waves at ditto

"You use Psychic as well" Duplica calls as Ditto uses the move, the attacks clash and begin fighting for dominance

"Come on Raichu I know you can do it!" "Pika" Ash and Pikachu call encouraging Raichu who begins to push harder.

"Sorry Ash but my Ditto won't lose Ditto use more power!" Duplica calls as it begins to push harder until its Psychic consumes Raichu's and hits the floating mouse knocking it on the ground

"Raichu are you okay?!" Ash calls worriedly as Raichu struggles a little bit but is able to get up though it looks tired

"Looks like it's my win Ash Ditto use Quick Attack!" Duplica calls as Ditto charges forward at Raichu

"Dodge with Double team!" Ash calls as Raichu quickly multiples itself successfully dodging Ditto's attack but it's still very tired

"Duplica's Ditto is fast but also powerful" Ash says to himself until he remembers Paul's Raichu using a move called Nasty Plot, he quickly looks in his Pokedex at Raichu's moves and smiles

"Raichu use Double team again!" Ash calls as Raichu quickly multiples itself again

"What are you planning Ash?" Duplica says to herself

"Now Nasty Plot!" Ash calls as Raichu begins raising its special attack

"I don't think so Ditto use Discharge!" Duplica calls

"What's discharge?" Ash wonders as he soon gets his answer as Ditto fires off a big wave of electricity across the battlefield destroying all of Raichu's clones and shocking Raichu in the process

"Rai" Raichu cries in pain the move isn't very effective but still did a lot of damage

"Ditto use Quick Attack!" Duplica calls as Ditto charges forward hitting Raichu as the floating mouse falls on the ground defeated shocking Ash and Pikachu

"Raichu is unable to battle making Duplica and Ditto the winners" Misty says as Duplica and Ditto begin to celebrate.

"You did great Ditto" Duplica says hugging Ditto who went back to its original form, Ash and Pikachu then walk over to Raichu

"Hey, Raichu you, okay?" Ash asks with Raichu nodding as tears start to form from its eyes.

"Hey, it's okay Raichu your still young and I only captured you yesterday there's still a lot we both need to learn so let's keep training and grow stronger" "Pika" Ash and Pikachu say Raichu nods as it rubs the tears from its eyes and begins to smile at Ash and Pikachu.

Alolan Vulpix who is watching Ash and his Pokemon is impressed even though he lost he's not mad or angry at himself or his Pokemon Vulpix then smiles as it walks up to Ash, Pikachu and Raichu

"What is it Vulpix?" Ash asks

"Vul" Vupix says with Ash not understanding at first

"Are you congratulating us even though we lost?" Ash asks the little ice fox with Vulpix nodding its head in agreement

"Thanks, Vulpix" "Pika" "Rai" Ash, Pikachu and Raichu say as Ash pats Vulpix on the head as Vulpix then jumps on Ash licking his face

"Hahahaha hey Vulpix stop that tickles" Ash says while laughing Pikachu, Raichu, Misty and Wimpod laugh as well with Duplica thinking

"Hmm I think he might be the one don't you agree Ditto?" Duplica says with Ditto agreeing.

After the battle the group goes back inside the building once, they enter they see Suzy and Brock in the kitchen cooking.

"Oh, hey guys your back me and Suzy are just finishing up the food for Vulpix and the other Pokemon we'll be done soon" Brock says happily with the group nodding.


4 minutes later Brock and Suzy have finished the food laying it down on the floor for the Pokemon to eat.

"Alright dig in" Brock says with a smile as the Pokemon begin eating their food Ditto and Alolan Vulpix absolutely love it and quickly chow down the food immediately asking for seconds making Brock smile as he gives them more. Kanto Vulpix is also enjoying the food as well making Suzy happy her Vulpix mainly only likes Suzy making the food for her seeing Vulpix enjoy Brocks Pokemon food makes her happy Suzy then walks over to Brock.

"Hey Brock thank you for making Pokemon food for Vulpix she really likes it" Suzy smiles as Brock rubs his head happy that Suzy praised him.

"Also, I think you should enter the breeding competition I think you'll learn a lot if you enter" Suzy suggested Brock thinks it over and accepts.

"That's great you should hurry though registration ends in 30 minutes" Suzy says as Brock immediately runs out of the building to register, and he immediately comes back showing he's in the competition.

"I'll make sure to win" Brock says as he gives a few huffs with Suzy nodding


30 minutes later the breeding competition begins Ash and Misty are sitting next to each other with Pikachu on Ash's shoulder, Raichu floating next to them and Wimpod on Misty's shoulder so it can see. Brock is currently with his Pokemon getting them ready.

"Okay guys it seems we'll be going in last place since I registered late but this will give us a chance to look at the competition and learn as much as possible let's make Suzy proud" Brock says with his Pokemon cheering he returns them all and goes to stand with the other contestants.

"Hello everyone, my name is Jimmy I'll be the announcer today for the breeding competition now let's announce our three judges. First, it's the head of the Vermillion City Pokemon Fan club Mr. Goodman

"Hello everyone" Mr. Goodman waves to the crowd

"Next up is the comedic genius who'll be giving us a comedy show right after this event and Suzy's number 1 pupal Dupica!" The announcer says as Duplica runs on stage with Ditto on her shoulder

"Hello everyone!" Duplica says as the crowd roars in excitement

"Geez I didn't think Duplica would be this popular" Misty says with Ash and Pikachu agreeing

"Rai" "Wim" Raichu and Wimpod say as they're scared of the crowd yells Ash, Pikachu and Misty comfort them.

"Now the one you've all been waiting for give it up for Suzy!" the announcer says as Suzy walks to the stage giving a wave to the audience as the crowd roars in excitement again giving louder cheers than the ones for Dupilca scaring Raichu and Wimpod even more as even Ash, Pikachu and Misty are getting annoyed by the cheers.

"Now let's begin with our first competitor Adam with his Lilligant" The announcer says as the boy with the humanoid grass lady like Pokemon walk on stage everyone is in awe by its beauty as are the judges.

"It looks like it's been taken well care of" The chairman says

"I agree look at how healthy the flower on its head looks" Duplica says

"Not only that the rest of its body looks healthy as well" Suzy says with the other two agreeing all three give a perfect score of 10 showing that Adam and Lilligant can go to the next round the crowd claps their hands along with the other competitors with Brock doing the same as well amazed.

As the competition goes on some trainers pass while others fail making Brock incredibly nervous, he thought going last would give him an advantage but all it does is make him sweat he then hears his name he takes a deep breath bringing out Zubat as the two walk on stage.

"Yeah, you go Brock!" Ash and Misty cheer alongside their Pokemon the crowd looks on curiously as they wait for the judges to speak.

"Hmmm I must say I've been a fan of Pokemon for a long time and I've never seen a Zubat look as healthy as this one" Goodman says, making Brock and Zubat happy

"I agree look at the teeth normally a Zubat's teeth wouldn't look all that pretty but this one has very healthy ones" Duplica says, everyone then looks at Suzy for her answer

"Yes, its body, wings, teeth and even eyes look amazing I can tell you've taken really good care of Zubat so I'm giving you a 10" Suzy says with a smile making Brock and Zubat happy as Duplica and Goodman give the same score as well with the crowd cheering.


The other rounds go smoothly as with Brock going further the judges give all his Pokemon praise even Onix and Graveler. More competitors are knocked out until its only Brock and Adam with Zubat and Lilligant next to them.

"We've now reached the final round this will be a battle between Brock and Adam even though Pokemon breeding is about caring for the Pokemon it also helps the Pokemon perform well in battles it'll be a 1v1 battle whoever knocks out the opponents Pokemon first is the winner the judges will also be judging how the Pokemon use their moves as well its sort of like a contest" Announcer Jimmy says with Ash and Misty confused as they wonder what a contest is. Brock and Jimmy stand on their sides of the battlefield with their Pokemon waiting for the battle to start.

"Now let the battle begin!" Jimmy says as Brock makes the first move

"Zubat use Supersonic" Brock calls as Zubat immediately fires the sonic waves at Lilligant landing on the Pokemon

"Way to go Brock!" Ash cheers along with Pikachu and Raichu but Misty looks closely at Lilligant

"Now Zubat get in close with Poison Fang!" Brock calls as Zubat flies forward with its teeth covered in poison ready to bite on the supposed confused Lilligant Adam smiles

"Lilligant dodge and use Energy ball!" Adam calls as Lilligant dodges Zubat and hits Zubat with a ball of grass energy Zubat falls on the ground shocking everyone.

"So, it has Own Tempo" Brock says gritting his teeth

"What's Own Tempo?" Ash asks as Misty answers

"It's an ability that prevents confusion" Misty says with Ash nodding as he looks back to the stage

"Now Lilligant use Quiver Dance!" Adam calls as Lilligant starts dancing beautifully as it raises both its Special attack and Special defense

"I wonder if one of my Pokemon can learn that move?" Ash thinks to himself

"Zubat use Air Slash!" Brock calls as Zubat fires the slashes of wind towards Lilligant

"Use Light Screen" Adam calls Lilligant summons five light barriers, but the Air Slash goes through hitting Lilligant and causing super effective damage

"So, it has Infiltrator as an ability that passes through barriers not bad" Adam says

"Zubat try another Poison Fang!" Brock calls as Zubat charges forward at Lilligant

"Dodge and use Leech Seed" Adam calls as Lilligant dodges elegantly firing a small seed on Zubat's head that opens as vines come out wrapping up Zubat's entire body the bat Pokemon falls down as its energy starts to be drained.

"Zubat no!" Brock yells worriedly as he looks at the helpless Zubat

"Now Lilligant finish it with Solarbeam" Adam calls as Lilligant begins to charge the beam

"Come on Zubat get up!" Ash alongside Misty and their Pokemon begin to cheer hoping Zubat breaks free

"Zubat I know you're stronger than this please break out of that Leech Seed!" Brock yells pleading as Zubat begins to think of its time with Brock ever since Brock caught it, he's taken really good care of Zubat whether that be giving it food, bathing it or healing it in battle Brock has always been so kind to it and it won't disappoint its trainer Zubat begins to give a loud scream as it starts to glow a bright light shocking everyone.

"It can't be Lilligant hurry and fire" Adam says with a shocked expression as Lilligant quickly fires the Solarbeam but misses as the glowing Zubat flew in the air breaking the Leech Seed as it starts to get bigger its mouth becomes wider and its wings get larger what used to be a Zubat is now a Golbat the bat Pokemon gives a loud screech in the air as the crowd cheers in excitement.

"Whoa I can't believe Zubat evolved" Misty says with Ash nodding as he takes out his Pokedex

"Golbat, the Bat Pokémon. The evolved form of Zubat. It has four sharp fangs and emits supersonic waves more powerful than Zubat's." The Pokedex says Golbat looks over at the shocked Brock.

"You really evolved thank you Golbat now let's win this battle" Brock says with Golbat nodding

"Use Screech!" Brock calls as Golbat gives a loud Screech that even hurts the crowd's ears Lilligant screams out in pain as its defense drops greatly

"We're not done yet Lillgant use Leaf Storm!" Adam calls as Lilligant summons a large tornado of leaf's firing them at Golbat

"Cut down those leaves with Air Slash!" Brock commands as Golbat summons an Air Slash that's bigger than the one it had when it was a Zubat cutting down the leaf's and hitting Lilligant in the process

"Lilligant heal using Synthesis!" Adam calls as Lilligant glows a bright white trying to heal itself as fast as possible

"Golbat finish this battle with Leech Life!" Brock commands before Adam could tell Lilligant to dodge Golbat moved so fast that he couldn't give the command Golbat then bites down hard on Lilligant sucking its energy as the flower Pokemon screams in pain. Once Golbat had enough it let's go as Lilligant falls down on the ground defeated.

"Lilligant is unable to battle Golbat is the winner making Brock the winner of not only the battle but the breeding competition as well" Jimmy announces as the crowd roars in excitement the judges even stand to clap their hands (well Goodman and Suzy clap their hands while Duplica is cheering loudly)

"You did it Brock!" Ash cheers with Pikachu and Raichu cheering

"That was a great battle you and Golbat did great" Misty cheers with Wimpod on her shoulder cheering as well.

Golbat flies towards the shocked Brock tackling him onto ground happy that its won

"Hahahahahaha okay, okay Golbat I'm happy you won too and congrats on evolving" Brock says happily as Golbat flies off of Brock and stands next to him, Adam who returned Lilligant walks over to them

"Hey that was an amazing battle you've taken really good care of your Golbat if you have time you got to tell me some of your techniques" Adam says with a smile

"Sure thing as long as you tell me about your techniques on how you cared for Lilligant" Brock says with a smile

"You've got yourself a deal" Adam says smiling as the two shake each other's hands with the crowd cheering again

"This is what Pokemon battles are about folks you may be rivals at first but once the battle is over you can be friends" Jimmy announces as the crowd cheers


10 minutes later Brock received a trophy and some Pokemon food for winning he also got to take a picture with all his Pokemon along with the three judges Brock has a happy grin on his face with Suzy so close to him in the picture.

After that Brock and Adam shared each other their own techniques on how they care for Pokemon, Duplica and Ditto also begin their show. They call Ash and his Pokemon to the stage making Ash, Pikachu and Raichu nervous as they look at the crowd Duplica spins as she's now in the same clothes as Ash shocking the boy and his Pokemon making the crowd laugh.

Duplica then have Pikachu and Raichu choose who the real Ash is with Pikachu and Raichu choosing the real one since they know what Ash smells like. Duplica then has Ditto transform into Pikachu it grabs Ash's Pikachu as the two spin around once they stop Ash has to choose which one is his. Ash picks the one who he thinks is his Pikachu but is wrong it was Ditto he picked making both Pikachu and Raichu mad as they shock their trainer making the crowd laugh again.


The show goes on for another hour with Duplica and Ditto getting many laughs out of the crowd. Once the show is over the gang go back to Suzy's building Suzy and Duplica allow for their new friends to spend the night making the group happy as they send out all their Pokemon (excluding Onix). They play many games, watch a romance movie (picked by Brock so he can get closer to Suzy), Suzy and Duplica even cook dinner for the group and their Pokemon making them happy.

Brock was able to learn a lot about how Suzy cares for her Pokemon, Suzy's Kanto Vulpix also enjoyed spending time with Brocks Pokemon and Brock himself while the Alolan Vulpix spent a lot of time with Ash and his Pokemon and even battled a little with each of them Suzy and Duplica watch as they look at each other and smile.

It's now the next morning it's time for the group to leave.

"Well, it's been fun guys thank you for everything" Ash says with Misty and Brock nodding (though Brock is a little bit sad)

"Before you guys go, we would like to give you and Brock something" Duplica says making Ash and Brock look at her in confusion, Suzy walks over to Brock and hands him a Pokeball.

"Um what's this Suzy?" Brock asks

"This is Vulpix's Pokeball I want you to take care of her" Suzy says with a smile shocking everyone

"But isn't Vulpix your precious partner Pokemon I can't possibly take it" Brock says trying to give the Pokeball back but Suzy declines

"You see while I've been Vulpix's trainer for a long time I was never able to get it to open up to other people or Pokemon it hasn't even warmed up to Duplica despite knowing her for a long time" Suzy says as Duplica nods

"So, you're giving Vulpix to me, so It'll be able to open up to more people and Pokemon?" Brock asks

"Yes, after seeing Vuplix warm up to not only you but your other Pokemon so quickly I just know you'll be the one to break it out of its shell please take good care of it" Suzy says as she bows Brock looks at her and back at the Pokeball he smiles

"You, can leave it to me I'll make sure to take good care of Vulpix and help it break out of its shell" Brock says giving Suzy a thumbs up with Suzy smiling

"You know another reason why Suzy wants to give you Vulpix is so she could see you again" Duplica says causing Suzy to instantly get flustered as she quickly covers Duplica's mouth, Brock blushes as well Misty and Pikachu roll their eyes as Ash, Raichu and Wimpod look on in confusion

"As for you Ash we've decided that Alolan Vulpix should go with you" Duplica says as the ice fox immediately jumps into Ash's chest

"Really are you sure?" Ash asks

"Yep, just like with Suzy's Vulpix we watched Vulpix interact and train with your Pokemon since me and Suzy aren't full time battlers, we decided that you'll be the perfect trainer for her" Duplica responds as Ash looks at Vulpix

"So, you really want to come with me?" Ash asks as Vulpix gives a Vul in conformation making Ash smile as he takes out an empty Pokeball

"Alright let's work together from now on Vulpix" Ash says with Vulpix nodding its head Ash taps the Pokeball on Vulpix's head sucking the little ice fox inside the ball doesn't wriggle once instead it instantly dings confirming the capture.

"Alright we got a Vulpix!" "Pi Pikachu" "Rai Raichu" Ash and Brock say doing their pose with Pikachu and Raichu cheering causing Suzy and Duplica to chuckle

"Oh, before I forget you'll need this" Dulpica says as she hands Ash a white stone

"That's an Ice stone it'll evolve Vulpix into an Alolan Ninetail's once it's ready" Suzy says Ash gives a smile and nods as he puts the stone in his backpack

The group say their goodbyes to Suzy and Duplica as they head towards the Pokemon Center to continue their training for the SS. Anne tournament.


1 week passes the group are on their way towards the SS. Anne to register for the tournament during the week the group was training hard Misty learned that Wimpod's ability is Wimp out after having a training battle with Ash's Raichu once Wimpod suffers enough damage it immediately goes back into its Pokeball sending out another Pokemon during this time Misty was helping train Wimpod on its endurance and teaching the bug new moves as well with the help of Misty's other Pokemon.

Brock has been training hard as well Graveler and Golbat have gotten a lot stronger after evolving this helped Onix, Sandshrew and even Vulpix at first Vulpix didn't want to battle but since it wants to continue getting close to Brock it joins in on the training as well. Vulpix during this week has also opened up to the groups other Pokemon as well it has a good relationship with Ash's Bulbasaur and Misty's Vaporeon.

Ash's Pokemon during this week have also gotten stronger Ash taught Butterfree Quiver Dance after seeing Adam's Lilligant use it Ash feels it'll be able to help Butterfree in battle. His new members have also gotten stronger as well Raichu with the help of Pikachu, Butterfree and Clefable was able to learn discharge and strengthen up its Psychic power. Krabby's attack power has gotten more powerful it was able to learn Hydro Pump thanks to Gyarados and Misty's Vaporeon Squirtle tries to learn the move as well but is really struggling to learn it, it feels as though its missing something. Alolan Vulpix has proven to be a real go getter when it's not training or in a battle its very playful but when it does train or battle its personality changes becoming a fierce battler that can give Pikachu, Clefable, Charmeleon and even Gyarados a hard time it's also learned the move Ice Beam after training with Clefable alongside Misty's Vaporeon and Seel, Clefable also helped Vulpix learn Dazzling gleam and Ash gave it some TM's as well.

The rest of Ash's team have improved Pikachu was able to learn Wild Charge, Pidgeotto learned Hurricane, Bulbasuar learned Synthesis, while Squirtle hasn't learned Hydro Pump it strengthened its other moves also learning Rain dance and Skull bash. Clefable has gotten a lot stronger increasing its attacks and upping its speed, Charmeleon and Gyarados train with each other all the time during one of their training sessions after a hard-fought battle Charmeleon was even able to defeat Gyarados using its newly learned Seismic Toss though it fainted right after shocking everyone.

They are now in front of the SS. Anne and see a lot of trainers but also people who look like they're on vacation

"Well, we're finally here guys after all the training we did I feel ready" Ash says Pikachu, Raichu, Misty and Brock nod

"Hey, shouldn't Leaf be here I don't see her anywhere" Misty says looking around with Brock doing the same

"I wouldn't worry about Leaf Misty she always appears at the most random times" Ash says as soon as he says that he hears a familiar voice

"ASH! MISTY!" A girl's voice yells sprinting quickly to the group they turn around as Ash and Misty smile

"LEAF!" Ash and Misty yell happily as leaf gets closer not stopping Pikachu jumps off of Ash's shoulder telling Raichu and Wimpod to follow it the two Pokemon are confused but listen to Pikachu once they do Leaf tackles both Ash and Misty on the ground giving the two a big hug.

"How've you been guys I've missed you" Leaf says while hugging Ash and Misty

"We're…. happy…. To… see… you… as well…. Leaf… please…. Let… us… go" Ash says struggling to breathe Leaf realizing what she's done gets off the both of them Ash and Misty stand giving a few huffs as they catch their breaths

"Man, Ash's right you are strong" Misty says with Leaf rubbing the back of her head giving a chuckle

"Yeah, sorry about that I was just so happy to see you guys again" Leaf responds as she gives Misty another hug but more gentle with Misty doing the same

"Well, it's nice to see you too Leaf I wanted to see you again as well so how many badges do you have?" Ash asks

"Oh, I currently have 3 I wanted to get my fourth badge, but I wanted to wait for you guys and train up my Pokemon more" Leaf says

"That's great I have three badges as well" Ash says as he shows Leaf making her happy, Brock, Pikachu, Raichu and Wimpod go over to the three trainers.

"Hello, Leaf it's nice to see you again" Brocks says with a smile as Leaf turns and looks at Brock

"Yeah, it's great to see you again too Brock I wasn't expecting you to travel with Ash and Misty but thank you I know they can be a handful Hehehehe" Leaf says with a laugh

"You're right about that Hahahaha" Brock responds and laughs as well with Ash and Misty getting annoyed. Leaf stops laughing she sees Ash's Pikachu alongside two Pokemon she's unfamiliar with but one of them looks like a Raichu she gets stars in her eyes as she quickly runs to the Pokemon

"Whoa I've never seen Pokemon like you before who are you?" Leaf asks looking at Raichu and Wimpod who are hiding behind Pikachu

"Oh, those are Alolan Raichu and Wimpod they're from the Alola region the Raichu's mine while Wimpod is Misty's" Ash answers shocking Leaf

"The Alola region how did you guys get Pokemon from the Alola region?" Leaf asks curiously

Ash and Misty explain what happened with Hunter D as Leaf gets mad

"I can't believe you guys battled a Pokemon Hunter that took Raichu and Wimpod from their homes talk about despicable I wish I was with you guys to help" Leaf says

"Its fine Leaf besides it all worked out in the end the Hunters are in jail and Raichu and Wimpod are happy with us" Misty says as Leaf nods in understanding

"Oh yeah Leaf after we cleared Mt. Moon Seymour gave us Pokemon fossils he told us he gave you a Sail Fossil" Ash says

"Oh yeah here take a look this is the Sail Fossil it contains the Pokemon called Amura ever since I saw a picture of it in the Pewter city museum, I really wanted one I hope I get to revive it soon one day, also what fossils did you guys get?" Leaf asks as the group show her their fossils making leaf excited with stars forming from her eyes.

"Oh, I've also caught some new Pokemon Bulbasaur, Charmeleon, Krabby and Vulpix come on out!" Ash says as the other Pokemon he has on hand come out making Leaf happy

"Cool you've caught a Bulbasaur, Krabby and finally got the Charmeleon you've always wanted" Leaf says as Ash smiles Leaf then looks at Vulpix who's looking at her happily she gives a loud squeal as she goes to hug Vulpix

"IT'S SO CUTE!" Leaf screams causing the other trainers and guest to look at her

"What Pokemon is this it looks like a Vulpix but instead of red its white?" Leaf asks rubbing Vulpix's face with her own

"That's Vulpix's Alolan form I got from the famous Pokemon breeder Suzy last week Brock got a Vulpix as well instead of having the fire type it has the Ice type, Suzy gave me this Ice stone to one day evolve Vulpix when it's ready and despite its appearance it's a really strong Pokemon during training matches its able to fight on par with Pikachu, Clefable, Charmeleon and even my Gyarados" Ash says shocking leaf who's now scanning Alolan Vulpix, Raichu and Wimpod in her Pokedex and begins writing in her notebook.

"This is amazing" Leaf says continuing to write in her notebook

"Hey guys I think we should hurry and get on the ship and register" Brock states as the three trainers nod Ash returns his Pokemon (other than Pikchu and Raichu) Misty picks up Wimpod, Leaf puts her notebook and the 4 of them run to the ship to register.

We then see Cassidy and Butch in disguise watching the group enter the ship.

"So, they're finally here" Butch says

"Yes, and now we can begin the plan let's get into our disguise's" Cassidy says as the two begin to change, once their done changing they begin walking to the ship

"Do you think we got enough strong trainers to join the competition we were unable to get that kid with purple hair to join" Butch says

"You're still thinking about that kid who cares he was extremely rude besides the trainers we got to enter are strong enough and the Executives Archer, Petral, us and other rocket grunts in disguise are entering there's no way those brats can defeat us they'll need a miracle" Cassidy says with Butch nodding as they begin walking towards the ship unbeknownst to them there's a man with a brown jacket carefully following them from behind and looks to be wearing a mask to hide his face.

Once the group enter the ship Ash immediately feels something calling to him on the ship, he looks around not knowing where its coming from after a while it stops.

"Um you okay Ash?" Misty asks with Leaf and Brock looking at him

"Yeah, I'm not sure why but I felt something calling to me did you feel that Pikachu, Raichu?" Ash asks the two mouse Pokemon as they shake their heads not knowing what Ash felt.

"Weird" Ash says

"Well anyway come on to register for the tournament it's this way Gary told me" Leaf says as she begins walking ahead of the group

"Wait have you and Gary been talking to each other?" Ash asks with Leaf looking back at him

"Yeah, with this device it's called a Pokegear it lets you call your friends, check on your Pokemon's conditions and many other stuff as well it was recently released a couple weeks ago by the Devon Corporation in the Hoenn region oh right I forgot here ya go" Leaf says as she hands the group three Poke gears

"There now even if we're far apart we can communicate with each other" Leaf says with a smile

"Whoa this is amazing Leaf thank you now I can check on my family anytime I want" Brock says with Misty and Ash nodding in agreement

"Oh, and Ash your mom gave me your dad's number I added it to your poke gear so you can call him anytime you want though your mom did tell me that she talked to him recently that he's still really busy so he might not answer right away" Leaf says shocking Ash who looks at the contact list and sees his dad's number making Ash smile.

"Thank you so much Leaf" Ash says with a smile

"Of course, I gotta take care of my little bro" Leaf says in a mocking tone

"What do you mean little brother you were born 5 minutes after me so I'm older than you" Ash says with a smile

"Well at least my brain is more mature than yours" Leaf says annoying Ash the two look at each other before laughing as they continue walking finally making it to the place to register for the tournament.

Unbeknownst to the group Archer, Petral and the rocket trio in their disguises were listening in to the group's conversation

"Hmmm interesting the boss was right watching this boy will prove to be useful in finding Red Ketchum" Petral says with Archer agreeing

"Still even if he calls his father that doesn't mean he'll answer right away" Archer says as he looks at the rocket trio

"You three have done well on your mission so far keep tabs on the boy and let us know if he calls his father as soon as possible" Archer says glaring at the trio who salute and nod as Archer and Petral leave to prepare for the tournament

"Man, every time we interact with the higher ups, I can feel one of my 9 lives disappearing" Meowth says with Jessie and James nodding in agreement.


4 minutes later Ash, Misty, Brock and Leaf have finished registering for the tournament and are now in the hall with the rest of the trainers.

"Man, how many people are here?" Ash asks

"I would say over a hundred by the looks of it" Brock says

"Man, these guys must really want the grand prize" Misty says

"Well, it is for a Pokemon egg still I was expecting like maybe 60 trainers not over 100" Leaf says with the group nodding

"What's wrong Ashy boy don't tell me you're scared you'll never win the Pokemon league if you're intimidated by this number of trainers" A familiar voice rings in Ash, Leaf and Brocks ears as they turn to see Gary spinning a Pokeball on his finger.

"GARY!" Ash, Leaf and Brock say as Misty looks at the spiky brown-haired boy in confusion

"It's great to see you again Gary" Leaf says as she goes to hug Gary making the boy blush

"Come on Leaf we just saw each other two days ago when I gave you the other 3 poke gear" Gary responds as Leaf lets go

"It's nice to see you again" Brock says walking up to Gary

"Likewise, I didn't expect you to travel with Ash but knowing him he needs all the help he can get" Gary says with a smug making Ash angry

"I don't think I've met you yet hello I'm Gary Oak the pride and joy of Pallet Town" Gary says as he goes to shake Misty's hand

"Nice to meet you my names Misty" Misty says with a fake smile shaking Gary's hand she doesn't like his attitude

"So, Gary are you going to compete cause if you are I'm going to beat you" Ash says with Pikachu and Raichu sparking their cheeks Gary looks at Ash and smiles

"Nah I'm not battling in this tournament after getting my fifth badge I've decided to give my Pokemon a break, so I'll just be enjoying the cruise and watch you guys battle also I'll be one of the commentators watching the battles as well" Gary says with a smug

"Wait you already have 5 badges?" Ash says in shock

"Yep, I got the badges from Celadon, and Fuchsia City Gyms I was going to go to get my 6th badge at Saffron City until I got a notice to be one of the commentators for this tournament let me guess just like Leaf you also only have 3 badges?" Gary says with Ash nodding

"Yep, just like always your always either 1 or 2 steps behind me Ashy boy hope you do well in the tournament smell ya later" Gary says he's about to walk away until Ash speaks

"Hold on Gary let's make a deal if I win this tournament let's have a battle, I'll you show I've gotten stronger!" Ash says with determination in his eyes, Gary turns to look at Ash if it were a couple months ago Gary would've instantly declined but Gary can see that Ash has grown a lot and he's heard from his grandpa and sister that Ash has captured strong Pokemon as well Gary smiles.

"Okay Ash, you've got yourself a deal if you win this tournament, we'll have a battle" Gary says with a smile

"Not "if" when I win" Ash says with confidence Gary smirks one more time before he begins to walk away

"Wow I think this is the first time you two have interacted without getting into a fight" Leaf says

"It just means Gary knows I'm serious" Ash responds


Elsewhere in the trainer hall we see Giselle running around frantically with Joe chasing after her

"Giselle wait!" Joe yells tiredly

"No way I just know my Ashy kins is here I can sense it" Giselle responds making Joe confused in how she can sense Ash. As Giselle continues to run, she sees someone who looks like Ash with a Pikachu on his shoulder come into view as she smiles.

"Ashy Kins! There you are its me your soon to be girlfriend Giselle!" Giselle yells making the boy turn in confusion seeing Giselle coming closer to him as she wraps him up in a hug.

"Oh, Ash my prince it's been far too long" Giselle says happily

"Umm I'm sorry to disappoint you but my names Ritchie not Ash" The boy says as Giselle looks up, she looks at the confused red-haired boy and realizes her mistake as she immediately let's go.

"I'm terribly sorry I thought you were someone else" Giselle says in a bow

"It's okay" Ritchie says with a smile, Giselle then turns her eyes to the left and sees Ash with his friends just a few feet away she smiles and immediately runs over to Ash.

"ASHY KINS!" Giselle yells leaving the confused Ritchie and Pikachu behind as a tired Joe runs up to him.

"Hello, did you happen to see a girl with long brown hair and a school outfit run by" Joe says exhausted

"Yeah, she went that way here let me help you walk over to her" Ritchie says as he helps the exhausted Joe as they walk in the direction Giselle went.

Now back to Ash and friends after Gary left Ash, Pikachu, Misty and Brock hear a familiar voice they turn and see Giselle heading straight for Ash.

"GISELLE?!" The group yell with shocked looks on their faces with Leaf, Raichu and Wimpod looking confused

"ASHY! KINS!" Giselle yells happily as she crashes into Ash knocking Pikachu off his shoulder with Leaf catching the yellow mouse Giselle wraps Ash in a big hug squeezing him.

"Ash my darling prince it's been long I've missed you" Giselle says while hugging

"I'm… happy…. To… see….. you… as well… Giselle…. Please…. Let… Go….." Ash says struggling to talk as Giselle lets go of him as Ash gives a few huffs to catch his breath

"Geez how many times is someone going to hug me today?" Ash says to himself

"Oh, are you alright Ash, I didn't hurt you, did I?" Giselle asks with worry in her voice

"No, I'm fine it's nice to see you Giselle how have ya been?" Ash asks fully recovered with a smile

"Oh, I've been great I started my journey as soon as you left Pokemon Tech look I already got 3 badges" Giselle responds happily with Ash smiling

"Hey Ash, you, okay?" Misty asks as her, Leaf (holding Pikachu), Brock and Raichu walk over to Ash and Giselle

"Yeah, I'm okay" Ash responds with a smile as Giselle pouts as she sees Misty with Misty doing the same

"Here's Pikachu Ash" Leaf says handing the yellow mouse over to Ash

"Thanks Leaf" Ash says as Pikachu goes back on his shoulder glaring at Giselle

"Oh, are you another rival for my love for Ash cause if you are I won't allow you to be his girlfriend that honor belongs to me" Giselle says with Misty rolling her eyes in annoyance, Ash and Leaf look at each other as they begin to laugh at Giselle's question.

"Hahahaha your funny while I do love Ash, I mainly only see him as my little brother there's no way I would date him" Leaf says while laughing

"Hey, I already told you that I'm older than you by 5 minutes" Ash says as the two childhood friends continue to laugh, Giselle then says high to Brock before she looks at Misty

"So, I take it you still haven't told Ash your feelings for him?" Giselle asks giving Misty a glare

"I already told you I don't like Ash that way!" Misty says with anger in her voice

"Hmph if that's true then your face wouldn't be blushing now would it" Giselle says with a smug before Misty can respond back, she hears another familiar voice.

"Giselle" Joe says tiredly with Ritchie next to him the group looks at them

"Oh, Joe there you are what took you so long look I found my Ashy Kins" Giselle says causing Leaf to snicker at the nickname Ashy Kins with Ash looking away embarrassed

"You, left me behind of course it would take me a long time if it wasn't for Ritchie showing me where you were I wouldn't know where you were" Joe responds as he points to Ritchie

"Hello there everyone, my names Ritchie from Littleroot town and this is my partner Pokemon Sparky the Pikachu" "Pika" Ritchie and Sparky say greeting everyone

"Littleroot town isn't that in the Hoenn region, right?" Brock asks

"Yep, that's right I got my Pokedex from Prof. Birch once I captured the Pokemon I wanted to catch in Hoenn I traveled here in Kanto to take on the gym challenge I currently have four Kanto badges" Ritchie says as he shows the group the four badges surprising all of them.

"Looks like I have another rival to watch out for my name is Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town these are Pikachu and Raichu" "Pika" "Rai" Ash says with him, Pikachu and Raichu greeting Ritchie and Sparky

"Ketchum? You wouldn't happen to be the son of Red Ketchum, would you?" Ritchie asks in interest

"Um yeah that's right" Ash confirms making Ritchie excited

"Whoa that's so cool I'm a huge fan of his!" Ritchie says with excitement

"Yeah, my dad is pretty great I'll introduce him to you sometime whenever I see him again" Ash says with a smile

"I would love that!" Ritchie says as the two boys begin to talk more

"Oh, I just knew my Ashy Kins was special being the son of the legendary Red Ketchum makes my heart flutter catch me Joe I might faint" Giselle says as she begins to faint as Joe quickly catches her

"Hey Leaf, is Ash's dad really that special?" Misty asks

"Hm oh yes when we were younger Mr. Ketchum told us all about his adventures when he was traveling the world he beat the Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos and Galar leagues on his first try he's a really strong trainer I also think he said he took on something called the Battle Frontier, but it took him a couple tries to beat it since the final frontier Brain was a challenge" Leaf says

"My parents also used to travel with him they told me that Ash is similar to his father" Brock says

"So, if he's so legendary how come I haven't heard of him?" Misty asks

"Well Mr. Ketchum usually likes to keep to himself also even though he won the other leagues and beat the champions he never took the position from them he just decided to keep traveling. There are also some videos of Mr. Ketchum battling in leagues as well but not a lot" Leaf says

"Yeah, my parents told me that Red has friends all over the world that tell stories about him so some people will know him, and others won't" Brock says with Misty nodding in understanding

"You call yourself a gym leader and don't know about Mr. Ketchum how disappointing" Giselle says while shaking her head in disapproval with Misty staring angerly at her as Ash and Ritchie walk back to the group.

"Yeah, I only know of Red because Prof. Birch used to tell stories about him when I was younger but when I tried looking him up it was hard to find more information about him, I only found a few videos of his battles making me really impressed with his skills as a trainer." Ritchie says

"Yeah, I wouldn't worry about not knowing much about my dad Misty he really loves his privacy hehehe" Ash says with a laugh as Misty smiles and nods that's when a few more people come to the group.

"I see so you're the son of Red Ketchum Prof. Kukui told us about" A young boy with brown skin with hair that looks like fire and is around Ash's age says, with him is a girl around his height with tan skin and long green hair, a short girl with blue hair next to her and an even shorter boy with orange hair wearing an electric scarf next to her as they approach the group.

"So, you know my father as well?" Ash asks

"Well, our teacher knows him we've just heard stories about him my name is Kiawe these are my classmates Mallow, Lana and Sophocles we're here to compete in this tournament as an assignment from our teacher Professor Kukui to improve our battle skills" Kiawe says

"Wait Kiawe hey I haven't seen you in 2 years how've you been?" Brock says walking up to the boy

"Oh, hello Brock it's nice to see you again as well thank you for helping with my family's farm" Kiawe says with a smile as he and Brock shake hands

"You're welcome I'm happy I could help" Brock says with a smile

"You know him, Brock?" Ash asks

"Yep, remember when I told you I took my family to Akala Island 2 years ago I also met Kiawe there me and my siblings helped out with his farm and even though Kiawe wasn't a trainer at the time his Turtonator gave my Onix some trouble" Brock says as Ash, Leaf and Ritchie look at their Pokedex's to see what a Turtonator is.

"Turtonator a fire/dragon type It lives in volcanoes and eats sulfur and other minerals. Materials from the food it eats form the basis of its explosive shell." The Pokedex says with Ash, Leaf and Ritchie looking at the picture of Turtonator in amazement.

"Yes, ever since we lost to you, we've been training very hard I still don't have a z ring yet, but I know if we battle in this tournament we'll win" Kiawe says with a serious and determined expression the group (except Brock) wonder what a z ring is.

"Sounds good to me I'm interested in how strong you've become" Brock says with determination in his voice and a serious look in his eyes

"Whoa I haven't seen Brock get this excited for a battle since my gym battle" Ash says with Misty and Leaf nodding as Kiawe's friends go and interact with the rest of the group

"Hello, my names Mallow even though Kiawe said we're competing in the tournament only he; Lana and Sophocles will be the ones competing I'm here to study the cuisine of the SS. Anne so I can put my own spin on it when I go back to my family's restaurant and this is my partner Pokemon Bounsweet" Mallow says happily greeting the group with her Bounsweet doing the same filling the room with a sweet smell that everyone likes.

"I'm Sophocles I'm mostly into computers but after learning that I can win a Pokemon egg in this tournament I trained hard with my cousin Moylane so I can win, and this is Togedemaru" Sophocles says greeting the group with Togedemaru jumping up and down.

"Hello, I'm Lana I specialize in water type Pokemon and this is my partner Popplio" Lana greets the group as her Popplio starts clapping its hands together making Misty, Leaf and Giselle squeal at how cute their Pokemon are.

"You guys have some cool Pokemon" Ash says with Pikachu, Raichu, Sparky and Misty's Wimpod going to greet the other Pokemon.

"Thank you I see you two have the Alolan forms of Raichu and Wimpod how were you able to capture them?" Kiawe asks curiously

"Well, it's a long story" Ash says as he, Misty and Brock begin to explain what happened shocking the other trainers.

"I can't believe my dear Ashy Kins got into trouble with a Pokemon hunter but you saving Raichu makes my love for you grow even more" Giselle says as her face is in full blush, she starts to faint again with Joe catching her

"Pokemon Hunter D and his underlings are very notorious in the Alola region for stealing Pokemon I've heard stories that his Seismitoad is really strong to be able to defeat it makes my opinion of you grow even more" Kiawe says with tears comedically flowing out of his eyes

"Thank you for saving Wimpod Misty I can tell it really likes you and I can tell you really love water Pokemon as much as I do" Lana says looking at Misty with a smile with Misty smiling back

"Wow you guys are impressive I can't wait to battle you Ash" Ritchie says with determination in his eyes

"Thanks Ritchie yeah I can't wait to battle you as well Ritchie but I'm going to be the one that wins the whole thing" Ash responds holding his fist up

"Sorry, that will be me my passion is burning hotter than before!" Kiawe says giving Ash and Ritchie a determined look with the two boys doing the same

"Sorry but that's going to be me!" A girl's voice shouts as she jumps to the group, she has big purple hair with brown skin and looks to be around Ash's age there's also a boy with her around Brock's age with green hair pale skin and wearing a waiter's outfit.

"Hello, my names Iris from the Unova region nice to meet ya" Iris says with a smile greeting the group

"My name is Cilan I'm one of the gym leaders of the Striaton gym in the Unova region it's a pleasure to meet all of you" Cilan says with a bow greeting the group before the group could say anything they hear the announcer speak

"Hello Pokemon trainers far and wide my name is Alex I'll be the announcer for the SS. Anne tournament it's nice to me you" Alex says smiling with the trainers looking at him

"Now let me introduce the tournament commentators for the SS. Anne tournament first up is the Vermillion gym leader Lt. Surge!" Alex says with Surge waving his hand at the crowd with the crowd cheering

"Wait Surge is one of the commentators as well how come he didn't tell us?" Ash asks with the group wondering

"Next is one of the sensational sisters Violet one of the gym leaders of the Cerulean City Gym!" Alex announces with the crowd giving a big roar with Misty getting a shocked expression

"WHAT?! VIOLET'S ONE OF THE COMMENTATORS?! SHE DIDN'T MENTION THIS TO ME WHEN I TALKED HER YESTERDAY!" Misty yells with Ash and Brock surprised as well

"Next is the prodigal son of Champion Blue and the grandson of Prof. Oak give it up for Gary Oak everyone!" Alex announces as Gary smiles at the crowd, and they all roar in excitement with the group not surprised since they knew Gary was one of the commentators

"Now for the final commentator its none other than the chairman himself Mr. GOODSHOW!" Alex yells as the man who looks like Santa Claus appears the crowd roars even louder in excitement alongside the group, Alex hands Mr. Goodshow the Microphone as he begins to speak.

"Hello all you young trainers I'm Mr. Goodshow head of the Pokemon league normally I wouldn't be commentating on a tournament like this on the SS. Anne but seeing as there are 180 competitors a lot of you are all promising trainers from not just Kanto but from other regions as well makes me excited to see these battles" Mr. Goodshow says with the crowd cheering as Goodshow continues.

"Now the tournament will take place over the course of 7 days as we travel to Celadon City the tournament will consist of 7 rounds the first round will be 1v1, round 2 2v2, round 3 3v3, round 4 will be double battles, rounds 5 – 7 will be 4v4 with the final two trainers battling it out we'll also have nurse joys stationed to heal your injured Pokemon in the final match one trainer will win the grand prize an egg from the far Sinnoh region" Goodshow says as the egg appears on the stage with four Jenny's guarding it the crowd gives a loud roar in excitement.

For Ash he doesn't yell he just stands looking at the egg as he feels something from it.

"Are you the one who called me?" Ash thinks to himself

"Now as for the matches they'll all be randomized so take a look at the screen for who you'll be battling in the first round" Goodshow says as a big screen comes down from the celling with all the trainers faces on it as it begins to randomize after a few seconds the randomizing stops as everyone sees who'll be battling who. Ash's eyes grow wide in excitement as he'll be the first to battle with Misty battling after him, he'll be battling a trainer named Stephen his other friends and rivals will be battling random trainers they don't know as well they all sigh in relief that they won't be battling each other in the first round.

"Now will Ash Ketchum of Pallet Town and Stephan from Nimbasa City please make your way to the battlefield" Alex calls as both trainers make their way to the battlefield. The commentators are on stage sitting in front of a table with the other trainers walking to the stands with Misty, Brock and Leaf sitting together with Ritchie, Giselle, Joe, Kiawe with his classmates, Iris and Cilan sitting next to them as well. Ash and Stephan are now on their sides of the battlefield and giving each other a serious stare as the referee with two flags in his hands walks in between the two trainers.

"This will be a 1v1 Pokemon battle both trainers please send out your first Pokemon" The Ref calls

"You got it Sawk I choose you!" Stephan calls as a humanoid looking Pokemon with a blue face wearing a karate uniform appears in a sitting position but quickly stands up glaring at Ash, Pikachu and Raichu scaring Raichu in the process as Ash goes to scan the Pokemon with his Pokedex.

"Sawk, the Karate Pokémon. Sawk's punches get more powerful when it ties its belt. It gets angry when its training is interrupted." The Pokedex says

"Hears Stepin's first Pokemon folks who will Ash send out?!" Alex calls as Stephan gets annoyed that the announcer got his name wrong.

"Who do you guys think Ash will send out first?" Leaf asks

"Knowing Ash, he'll start with him" Misty says with a smile as Brock nods in agreement making the others confused but Ritchie can tell what they mean as he's planning on doing the same thing when it's his turn to battle.

"Alright buddy you ready?!" Ash asks Pikachu who gives him a nod as Ash smiles

"Sorry Raichu I'll let you battle in the next round" Ash says with Raichu nodding

"Pikachu, I choose you!' Ash calls as Pikachu jumps on the battlefield sparking its cheeks making Brock, Misty, Ritchie, Gary, Violet and Surge smile. Archer and Petral in disguise smile as well as they're interested in seeing just how strong this Pikachu is.

"Ash's first Pokemon is the yellow mouse Pikachu how will it fair against Sawk?!" Alex says

Sawk and Pikachu give each other a serious look normally Sawk wouldn't bother battling an opponent that's smaller than it but both it and its trainer can feel they shouldn't underestimate Pikachu.

"The 1v1 battle between Sawk and Pikachu can now begin!" The ref calls as Ash and Stephan make their first moves

"Pikachu use Quick Attack!" Ash calls as Pikachu quickly dashes forward

"Sawk use Brick Break!" Stephan calls as Sawk roars with both fists glowing as it begins to charge at Pikachu.

All eyes are watching both friends, rivals, enemies, a mysterious person in a brown jacket the egg unbeknownst to everyone is watching as well really interested in Ash. We then see Pikachu and Sawk collide with each other struggling to push the other back as we end this chapter.

And that's chapter 10 we're finally starting the SS. Anne tournament there's going to be a lot of battles in these next few chapters. Tell me how did you guys like how I handled Brock's breeding competition and the introduction of Suzy and Duplica? Were you also surprised to see Ritchie alongside the Alola gang and Iris and Cilan? Team rocket members are in disguise watching the battles waiting for an opportunity to strike. The egg is watching Ash as well what do you guys' think is inside? And who is the man with a brown jacket watching the battles?

Next chapter will mainly cover the battles of round 1 we'll see Ash finish his battle with Stephan and the other characters battling as well. It'll come sometime next week or the week after.

Next time chapter 11: SS. Anne Tournament Round 1