C. Cowboy: Alright guys, the final battle with Destroyah starts here, in this one the origin of Destroyah is told, and Pikachu will attempt to reach a new level to challenge him. Read and review! Also this chapter uses the Song INVINCIBLE by Pat Benatar. Enjoy!

ARMAGEDDON part 1: No Place To Run To Anymore  

OH! You finally admit I am your son, huh Mew? Destroyah chuckled. That has just made my day, so I will spare you for now. Have fun explaining yourself Father. And in a flash Destroyah was gone. "Mew?" Ash asked trying to understand the situation. Let us go inside, and… I'll explain. Ash nodded and the group walked back inside of the base.

The leaders of the Rebels set in the meeting room, while Mew set in front of them waiting for Ash to come back from going to retrieve Misty. Pikachu set in a corner of the room with Kurai and their family. Luckily the Pichus wear all asleep, except for Peaker, who still had no lack of energy. Ash and Misty walked in and Pikachu almost made a dash for Ash's shoulder forgetting himself. Pikachu then set down and sighed sadly, earning a concerned look from Kurai then a sigh of frustration when she realized what it was. Pikachu just ignored her and sunk in self-pity.

I guess you all want to know who and what Destroyah really is? Mew said looking around the room. It all started many, many generations ago, back in the days of my Master, Lord Zion. It was a day when only a few trained pokemon, and most pokemon in the world were wild and dangerous. Zion had four pokemon, Ho-Oh, Lugia, Celebii, and Myself. We were a great team. But Celebii and me were closer. In fact we had a son. His name was Estro. I was extremely proud of him, he had the potential to be stronger then both his mother and me combined. But he was over confident. That was his undoing. He seemed naturally a good pokemon, but because he had Dark and Psychic type characteristics, he had a dark side that he kept in check very well.

Then the Dark Age came, an army of pokemon that seemed like all the other pokemon, only was dark in color, and glowing red eyes. They were very, very well organized and Lord Zion and his Knights were at a stand still. We finally learned that these 'Shadow Pokemon' were created by Lord Zion's former second in command, Sir Lawrence. Estro thought we were weak because we had not attacked in full force, and went on alone and challenged Lawrence himself.     

He was not seen again for several weeks, Celebii's and my fighting spirits were crushed. Then he reappeared, leading the Shadow Pokemon. Lawrence had done many sick experiments on him, and Estro was replaced by the monster known as Destroyah. He was the strongest of the Shadow Pokemon by far. He had no care about Lawrence's wish to rule, all he cared about was causing pain and destruction. Lawrence was foolish to believe he could control Destroyah. The real first to fall to Destroyah's wrath was Lawrence himself. Then others fell, then others, and others. Warriors, wild pokemon, innocent men, women, and children, even the Shadow Pokemon was not safe.

But the last straw for me was when…he murdered Celebii. He didn't leave us a body to morn over. Zion then went to work. With my help he created a crown that had the ability to control the minds of all pokemon on earth save the ones with the most powerful wills, and gathered them into a might army to challenge the Shadow Pokemon.  And also created a pokeball, that would catch any pokemon, including Destroyah, the Masterball.

Zion then used all of the strongest psychic type pokemon, the Missingnos to attack and imprison Destroyah then he used the Masterball to capture him and the Missingnos and they remained there till the Crown was destroyed, weakening the Masterball, and finally the ball itself being breached.    

 

"So basically everything, after the fight at Avalon… It's all led up to this?" Ash asked. No Ash. Mew said, Red Ketchum's first love's death led to this. The birth of Adrian Ashley Ketchum to Red and Daria Ketchum led to this. You oversleeping and being forced to take a Pikachu for your first Pokemon; a Pikachu, which would be the first to reach the level of Super Pikachu and become the Gold Guardian, led to this.  You and Pikachu falling in the river, and being fish out by a girl who only wanted a friend led to this. Everything in your life Ash has led you to this, your Time of Destiny.  

Several hours later Ash lay in his bed thinking about what Mew had said. "Ash?" Ash looked toward the door and saw Misty slowly walking in. "Hey Mist." Ash said softly, "I missed you." Misty said not making eye contact. Ash set up and opened his arms, and Misty dove into his chest. "It's ok, I'm here now." Ash said causing Misty to sigh contently. "Misty?" Ash asked, "Hmm?" She purred as her head rested on his chest, "You still interested in marrying me?" Misty then set up and pushed a way slightly to look into his eyes, "Huh?" Ash looked at her seriously, "After we beat Destroyah, and all would you try marrying me again." He then smiled, "I promise I won't go psycho again!" she then got up and turned her back to him, she didn't really get to mess with his head that much the first time he asked her, so she was going to make up time this time through.  She then walked a little away from him. By this time he was sweating like a stuck hog. "Weeeeeeeell, Ash…" Misty said playfully. She then turned to him and was about to answer when Ash rose into the air. "Ash???" Misty asked surprised and saw Destroyah standing in the shadows. Sorry Miss, he knows too much, and can't have you rebels knowing my secrets. Destroyah said vanishing with Ash. "AAAAASSSSSHHHH!!!!" Misty yelled diving toward Ash a second too late, "NO! DON'T LEAVE ME AGAIN PLEASE!!!"

An hour later…

"I'm sorry Misty." Brock said, "I want to go and help Ash too, but it's broad daylight! No way we'd even get close to the temple. We'll wait till night fall, and sneak in through the Old Pallet Ruins." Misty turned red with rage, "NO! Ash is in trouble NOW! He needs HELP NOW! NOT TONIGHT!!!" the others tried to hold her back but Misty was Angry beyond control.

On the other side of the room, Pikachu and Kurai watched. Pikachu then turned and walked out. Kurai looked surprised, and walked out behind him, [Pika speak] 'Pikachu?' she asked, 'what are you going to do?' Pikachu said nothing, but transformed into a Super Pikachu. 'Take care of the kids, ok?' Pikachu asked, locking eyes with her. Kurai didn't know what he was thinking or planning, and looking to those bright electric blue eyes didn't help matters. 'Humans can't get in there, but a Super Pikachu can.' Kurai gasped, 'NO! That's suicide!' Pikachu brought her into a hug. 'I'll always be with you, but I have to end this, once and for all.' Pikachu turned and headed toward the exit, 'End it between you and Destroyah…or you and Ash?' Pikachu gave no reply.

Pikachu easily made it through the Temple's defenses, and made it to the main chamber in the very top of the main tower. Pikachu slowly made his way even more carefully when he got to the main chamber. He returned to his original form so he could hide in the shadows easier. There he saw Ash chained to the wall, and Destroyah entering from the other side of the room, Pikachu then decided to wait and see exactly how his situation was before making his move.

Destroyah then raised his had toward Ash and Ash's chains unhooked, and Ash floated toward Destroyah. Destroyah's claw like hand wrapped around Ash's throat causing him to gasp for air. You've become a liability Ash, time to cut off the lose ends.  Destroyah said with an evil smile. "PIKA!" 'NO!' Pikachu yelled jumping out for the shadows glowing gold. "P-Pikachu…"Ash muttered as Destroyah through him to the ground, "Go…save…y-yourself…" Ash gasped. Pikachu looked sadly at Ash then glared angrily at Destroyah and spoke, "I-I… Won't… let… y-you… hurt… Ash. H-he's…  my…m-my…brother… you…w-will have… to… k-kill… me… f-first…" 

Destroyah laughed as Ash stumbled to his feet, Pikachu even in his Super Pikachu form was still no match for Destroyah, Ash knew this and wanted to run grab Pikachu and run, but he knew it was too late now, they had to fight back, there was no place left to run. Pikachu, You've fought me at your full power before and I beat you easily, what makes you think today will be any different? Destroyah asked with a smile on his face. Pikachu just flexed up his muscles and his coat glowed even brighter. He then balled over in pain as his power skyrocketed. Then a bright light filled the room and both Destroyah and Ash was slammed against the wall. The whole world then slowly began to shake and tremble from Pikachu's ascending power. 

(This bloody road remains a mystery)

Back at the Rebel base Misty, Star, and Kurai set with the Pichus when Kurai and the little ones all looked toward the temple. Misty and Star started to ask, when they felt a surge of static electricity run over them, and their hair began to stand up.

(This sudden darkness fills the air)

The Sun was blocked out from storm clouds forming around Destroyah's temple and the whole world began to shake, even thousands of miles away on the Orange Island, Jessie and James struggled to calm their twin babies while their Island shook violently. Meowth looked nervously, "Whateva's doin this… ain't something ya wanna mess with!"

(What are we waiting for?

Won't anybody help us?

What are we waiting for?)

Ash struggled to push away from the force holding him to the wall, he then squinted his eyes to see through the bright light, and could see slightly, Pikachu was growing, he no longer looked small and chubby, but now was growing tall and slim and muscular. Ash then reached for his Pokedex and aimed it toward the transforming Pikachu, and hit the scan button, and in a moment the Pokedex exploded in his hand.

(We can't afford to be innocent

Stand up and face the enemy

It's a do or die situation

We will be invincible!)

The light finally eased and Ash's eyes focused. What he saw left him speechless. Where Pikachu stood now stood a tall white monster. Around 5 ft. tall, it had a slim, yet muscular body, not unlike Mewtwo. Its clawed hands worked into fists, and its long tail whipped about, and its long pointed ears laid back. It's golden electric pouches on its cheeks glowed and sparked. Then it's reddish gold eyes opened and glared at Destroyah.

(This shattered dream you cannot justify)

Then a voice boomed in Ash and Destroyah's mind, clearer then any psychic voice. Sorry for the wait. Not used to this form. "Pikachu?" Ash asked as the white pokemon turned and winked at him.

(We're gonna scream until we're satisfied)

Ash I want you to go. And keep an eye on Kurai and the kids for me. "What?" Ash asked confused, I'm going to stop him, Brother, no matter the cost.

(What are we running for?

We've got the right to be angry)

So? You changed again. Big d… Destroyah's sentence was cut short but Pikachu elbow going in to his stomach. 

(What are we running for?

When there's nowhere we can run to anymore!)

Destroyah had no time to retaliate as the Ascended Super Pikachu gave him an uppercut sending him high in the air.              

(We can't afford to be innocent

Stand up and face the enemy

It's a do or die situation

We will be invincible)

Pikachu then vanished and appeared above the flying Destroyah and sent his elbow into the monster's spine sending him through the floor with a sickening thud.

(And with the power of conviction

There is no sacrifice

It's a do or die situation

We will be invincible)

ASH! WHAT ARE YOU STILL DOING HERE??? Pikachu asked, Ash just continued to stare in awe, ASH! GO NOW! Please… Ash looked solemnly at his friend, and nodded, "Make it back, Pikachu, that's your last order from me." Ash said turning and running toward the exit.   


(Won't anybody help us?

What are we running for?

When there's nowhere, nowhere we can run to anymore)

Once Pikachu saw Ash was gone he turned his attention back to Destroyah.

(We can't afford to be innocent

Stand up and face the enemy

It's a do or die situation

We will be invincible)

'I don't know if I can keep this up.' Pikachu thought. Holding this form was very taxing and was rapidly wearing him out. 'I have to hang on, I will stop him'

(And with the power of conviction

There is no sacrifice

It's a do or die situation

We will be invincible!)

Destroyah then climbed out of his hole, gasping and still trying to steady himself, he then felt a liquid on his lip and wiped it away with the back of his hand, and when he looked down he was for the first time in his life, frightened, for on the back of his hand he saw for the very first time, his own blood.

Destroyah, you ready to fight? Or you want to warm up some more? Pikachu asked, as Destroyah glared up at him. Then in a flash the two monsters dove at each other…

"THEY'RE BOTH MONSTERS… ONE'S PURE GOOD, THE OTHER ONE'S PURE EVIL, BUT RIGHT NOW THE FATE OF THE WHOLE UNIVERSE RESTS ON THIS ONE FIGHT" Piccolo (Dragon Ball Z: Frieza Saga)

TO BE CONTINUED…



C. Cowboy: What ya think? The final battle has begun, but will Pikachu's new abilities be enough to halt Destroyah's rain of terror? Find out next time!