The Journey Called Pokemon

By: Po-Gi-Z


Po-Gi-Z: How cool is this? Chapter 3 is up now.

Chase: Chapter 3? Don't you mean Chapter 4?

Po-Gi-Z: Well, yes and no. I want to clarify this. Last chapter, at the very end, I said tune into the next chapter. Chapter 3, Behin Schedule. Well, what I mean by that is, Chapter 1 Introduction really isn't a chapter in reality. Just an Introduction. Chapter 2 is really Chapter 1. So, I classify Chapter 4, as Chapter 3.

All Characters: Oh! ::They all begin to twirl their fingers by the side of the head, as if saying Po-Gi-Z is crazy::

Po-Gi-Z: ::Pretends to think:: If I am so crazy, how was I able to create you guys? Does that mean that you all are plum loco as well?

All Characters: ::Began thinking. Suddenly, they all fell to their knees and began worshipping Po-Gi-Z::

Po-Gi-Z: That's more like it. Chase, bring me my throne, my royal robe, my crown, and some grapes. Oh, and while you are at it, bring a giant palm leaf so you may fan me.

Chase: Don't push it. ::He said angrily::

Po-Gi-Z: I'm just messing with you buddy. OK, now, you remember what happened last chapter right? OK. Now, we can finally see what is going to happen. By the way, I must give a shout out to a reall nice reviewer. One who seems to know hiw stuff about Pokemon too. CYRUS!!!! LOL! Well, he brought up a good point, and it seems that before I could even do a contest, he already qualified for a part of the contest I was going to do later on. Later on, I was going to suggest someone to become a Gym Leader. Oh, and don't jump to conclusions. Just because I said Blaine and Magmar are gone, doesn't mean, they are extinct. I could mention them later. So, that means I don't just have 7 gyms. Also, if you read the summary when first hearing about this story, you will notice I mentioned New Gyms. I have 5 extra gyms in my story. 1 has already been given to Cyrus since he decided to ask for it, 2, have been given to my friends in real life, and the other 2 are owned by a character I created and feel should stay, and the other by someone we Pokemon fans know, but I won't say.

Chase: Here we go again with the cliffhangers.

Po-Gi-Z: Hey! I like cliffhangers. Anyway, Since I won't be mentioning Cyrus for a while, I feel that the only right thing would be to have him become my second co-host. So, the next chapter I will have Chase and Cyrus as my co-hosts.

Chase: I thought I was going to be the only one?

Po-Gi-Z: Well, it is only fair Chase. The poor guy will probably be waiting by chapter 50, or more, who knows. It all depends on how much I write and how fast too.

Chase: ::Frowns::

Po-Gi-Z: Since it seems Chase is a little jealous, maybe I should work on the Disclaimer today.
Disclaimer: I, Po-Gi-Z do not own any factors of Pokemon. Pokemon is the trademark for the invetors. By the way, I give shout outs to them as well for creating wonderful games and shows. However, the characters that I have created that have never been mentioned in Pokemon and the areas and items as well, are all thanks to little ol' me. Aren't I a genious? OK. Let's get this chapter started.

Chapter 4: Behind Schedule

"I see. And why did you all decide to stay here?" Chase also added.

"Well, unfortunately, we had no money, so we were not able to move from Cinnabar Island. So we rebuilt our store and hoped to raise enough money to support ourselves." The man from the counter replied.

Chase frowned at such a sad story. He put his hands in his vest pockets and quickly remembered about the money he had.
'Maybe I should buy a few things. You know, to help them out.' Chase thought to himself.

"Well, I do have some money with me. Maybe I'll buy a few things. So what specials do you have?" Chase helpfully asked.

The people looked at each other and shrugged once again.
"Specials? What specials?" They all said at once.

Chase fell to the floor shamelessly.
'THUMP!'
"Well, I can't blame them. They do need as much money as possible." So, being as kind as he was, Chase bought as much as he could and quickly departed from the shop, promising the owners a favor. "Don't worry. I'll tell everyone I know about the situation and I'll try to help keep Cinnabar Island alive." Chase said as he waved farewell to the owners.

"Thank you Chase. Good luck on your journey." They all said. Chase gave a smile and began running back to the shores of Cinnabar Island, ready to use Abra once more to reach Pallet Town. As he finally reached the spot where he had left Abra, he noticed that Abra was no longer there. "Abra? Where are you Abra?"

"Tentacool!" A voice cried out.

Chase looked over to where the sound was and noticed Abra teleporting in all directions, avoiding some type of Pokemon.
"Poor Abra. I have to help him." Chase said.

As he ran over to help Abra, Chase stopped and realized the Pokemon that was bugging Abra.
'That's a Tentacool. I can't get close enough. If I do, Tentacool will probably use Poison Sting or Constrict on me. But if I don't get close, Abra will probably forget I am here and just teleport away from Cinnabar Island.' Chase worriedly thought to himself.

"I know!" Chase said snapping his fingers as a light bulb appeared. "Abra! Teleport to me!" Chase called out. Hearing Chase, Abra quickly used teleport once again and appeared on Chase's shoulders. "You OK Abra?" Chase concernedly asked.

"Abra." Abra said with a smile.

"Tentacool! Tentacool!" The Tentacool cried out as it began crawling towards Chase and Abra.

"Well Abra. Are you ready to leave this Tentacool and help me get to Pallet Town?" Chase happily asked.

"Abra." Abra nodded.

"Great. Then, take me to Pallet Town!" Chase excitedly requested.
Abra and Chase began flashing like before when leaving Seafoam Harbor and quickly vanished, leaving Tentacool clueless to where they went.

"Tentacool?" Tentacool confusingly said.
The shores of Pallet Town can now be seen, but out of nowhere…
'SPLASH!'

Looking to the water we notice Chase and Abra's heads appearing from the water. Chase smiled and looked at Abra.

"I guess that Tentacool weakened you a bit. Huh Abra?" Chase said. Abra nodded and hung his head in shame. "Oh don't worry Abra. It wasn't your fault. Come on. Get on my shoulders and I'll swim both of us to shore." Chase suggested. Abra smiles and swims over to Chase and gets on his shoulders. After doing so, Chase begins swimming towards land. He steps out of the water, dripping wet and looks around. "Could this be Pallet Town already?" Chase asked himself noticing a few quaint houses and very few people walking around.
'HONK! HONK!'
Hearing the loud horn, Chase turned his head to notice that the Saint Avenue had just arrived and that all the people are getting off and some are getting on. Quickly, Chase hurriedly ran over to the ship, hoping to see Stephen and show off to him that he had gotten to Pallet Town anyway. Standing there for a few minutes and realizing that Stephen must not be on the ship, Chase's anger began to build just thinking about Stephen already at Professor Oak's lab receiving his Pokemon. "I can't let him beat me. I need to be ahead of Stephen." Chase angrily said. But, Chase quickly calmed down and put his hand behind his head. "Oh, I forgot. I don't know where Professor Oak's lab is." Abra, hearing this, fell from Chase's shoulders. He then climbed back on and decided to take a quick nap. "Well, that shouldn't be a problem. I'll just ask someone for directions." Chase looked around and noticed one of the sailors from the ship and ran over to him. "Excuse me sir. But, by any chance could you direct me to Professor Oak's lab? I don't quite know where it is." Chase explained.

"Sure." The sailor responded. "Just follow this path until you reach a fork in the road. When you reach the fork in the road, the left path takes you up a hill right to Professor Oak's lab, the other leads you to Viridian City."

"Thanks a bunch for your help." Chase said.
He quickly races away from the shores of Pallet Town and follows the path that leads to his ultimate destination.

'I can't wait. I am finally going to meet Professor Oak and receive my first Pokemon.' Chase excitedly thought.

Running as quickly as possible, Chase continues down the path and finally reaches the fork in the road. He looks up the left path to notice he is only seconds away from Professor Oak's lab. Before he begins to go up the hill, he takes a look down the right path and notices tall grass everywhere with trees and bushes galore.
"I guess the path to Viridian City goes through an open field. Lucky for me I can maybe capture a few Pokemon along the way." Chase said aloud. Not bothering to think about anything else, Chase just takes the left path and walks up the hill towards Oak's lab. In a matter of seconds, Chase is already at the front door, just moments away from meeting up with Professor Oak. "Well, this is it. I am finally here."
Chase inhaled deeply, then exhaled, trying to relax. He raised his hand, paused for a moment, and then knocked on the door.

"One moment! I'll be right there!" The voice called from inside the lab.

'Must have been Professor Oak.' Chase quickly thought.

Footsteps can be heard running towards the door. The door finally opens to reveal a mature man in a lab coat.
"Yes? May I help you?" The man asked.

Chase gulped and nervously spoke.
"Are…Are you…the Professor Oak?" Chase asked nervously.

"Yes. That is correct young man." Oak responded.
Professor Oak is an extinguished elderly man who, since birth, was fascinated with Pokemon. His years of experience with them has made him decide to become a professor and study them fluently. After years of studying Pokemon habitats, Pokemon behaviors, and Pokemon feeding habits, Professor Oak decided to begin letting others experience the wonders of the Pokemon. Providing enough information about Pokemon over radio and television, he was successfully able to advise young trainers about Pokemon. Such Pokemon were Squirtle, Bulbasaur, and Charmander. And now, Chase has the same opportunity as many trainers, years before, had.

"It is an honor to finally meet you sir. My name is Chase Star and I come from Seafoam Island. I am here on behalf that today is the day when you are allowing beginning trainers to select a Pokemon and start a Pokemon journey." Chase briefly explains.

"I honestly could tell. I see you have come a long way to meet me and receive your Pokemon. Please, do come in." Oak advises. Chase enters, carrying Abra on his shoulders. While following Professor Oak through his lab, Chase is astonished at the multitude of equipment he spotted. "Now, why have you decided to become a Pokemon trainer Chase? Is there any specific reason?" Oak asks curiously.

"No sir. There is no specific reason. I was just fascinated about the idea to become a Pokemon trainer and I just wanted to learn about Pokemon more than I know." Chase replied.

"Very well then. I see you are really excited about this." Oak noticed.

"Yes sir, very much so. Even though it wasn't easy getting here, I was really determined. Isn't that right Abra?" Chase asks his pal who is quietly snoozing.

Oak quickly turned around and noticed the Abra.
"If you don't mind me asking, why do you have an Abra with you?" Oak asks.

"Oh, well, you see, it's like this. I missed the ship that was setting sail to Pallet Town. But luckily, I met this elderly man named Mike who owns this Abra. He allowed me to use its Teleport ability. And by using it, I was able to reach Pallet Town and be here now." Chase answered.

"Incredibly interesting. Well, it seems you are already experienced in taking care of Pokemon and commanding them." Oak says.

"Thank you." Chase thanks Oak. "Oh. By the way Professor Oak, is it all right if you may heal this Abra? It is pretty tired and worn out from using teleport to bring me here."

"Of course Chase. Caring for Pokemon is my job and life. I'll do it right after I help you with receiving your Pokemon." Oak says with a smile.
They continue walking further into the lab until they stop in front of a huge machine. Chase stares up at the machine, looking at its immense size and shape. Looking at it from all sides, he notices a monitor, Pokeball light bulb, keyboard, scanner, printer, and many more accessories. Chase's eyes gleam with awe as he witnesses such a mechanical device of encouragement.
"Judging by the expression on your face, I see that you are astounded by this machine." Oak began saying. Chase just kept staring at the machine and nodded. "Just in case you were wondering what exactly it is or what it does, let me explain." Oak clears his throat and starts explaining. "This is the Pokemon Picker Machine. This machine performs exactly what its name is. Simply put, I just input information regarding the trainer's personality, have the machine search through each type of Pokemon, and pick the Pokemon that matches exactly the trainer's personality."

"Very interesting. So, for example, if my characteristics in personality were exactly that of most Articuno, I would be paired up with an Articuno?" Chase asks hopefully.

"Yes, that is correct. But, very rarely does one match up with such a rare and powerful Pokemon. Just recently I assigned a young man, around your age, a Sandshrew." Oak remembered.

"Oh." Chase responded.

'Must have been Stephen. Sandshrew isn't really that bad if you know how to train it. But I guess Professor Oak knows which type is better.' Chase thought to himself.

Chase: Great! Why couldn't you put that I was ahead?

Po-Gi-Z: The story can't always have you as the winner. There might be even times where you lose at gyms.

Chase: WHAT!? No way! No how! If I lose at gyms, I am leaving this story right now. ::Starts packing his clothes::

Po-Gi-Z: OK then. Where will you go? Walk the internet as a hobo, asking people to take you in for their lame stories?

Chase: ::Thought carefully for a moment. Even pictured himself as a bum, long beard, no one giving him a second look:: On second thought, I could live with that. ::Begins unpacking::

Po-Gi-Z: ::Smiles:: I thought so.

Professor Oak: Ummm...Po-Gi-Z?

Po-Gi-Z: Yes Professor Oak?

Professor Oak: ::Signals to talk to him privately. In the meanwhile, Chase reers his head around, trying to listen in as much as possible:: I was wondering, what Pokemon am I giving Chase?

Po-Gi-Z: Oh, that's easy. He is getting...

Professor Oak: I see. Nice choice I might add.

Po-Gi-Z: Thank you. And, as for the readers, all I can say is, why did you blink? If you hadn't blinked you would have known what Pokemon Chase would have gotten. Oh well, guess you have to wait for the next chapter. HEHEHE! Can anyone guess what Pokemon Chase is getting? I'll give only one hint, and the hint will be the title of the next chapter. Before I write the next chapter though, I need at least 5 guesses. (1 guess per review.) I NEED REVIEWS! ^_^;;;; OK. Here is the title and hint for the next chapter. Chapter 5: Confusion Over The Solution