DISCLAIMER: I don't own Pokemon, or We are the champions by queen. I do own this story
Ash Ketchum has just won the Pokemon World Cup. Now it's time for the partying to begin atthe Closing Ceremony.
Chapter 10: The Champion!
'Welcome back to the Pokemon World Cup. We have just witnessed history in the making as Ash Ketchum, 14 years old, from Pallet, has just beaten Gary Oak, 16 years old, also from Pallet, to win the 2006 Pokemon World Cup.' Backstage, all 32 players were preparing for the closing ceremony, Ash Ketchum trying hard to take it all in. Everyone was coming up to congratulate him. Then it was time for it to start.
'Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the closing ceremony of the 2006 Pokemon World Cup, where we will officially crown our new world champion!' Then the performances started. These lasted for about an hour, featuring various giant models of Pokemon being brought to life, and musical performances by some of the worlds best known musicians. After the performances came to an end with a short pyro (fireworks) display, the announcer came back on. 'What a brilliant finish to a fantastic show. Thank you to everyone who took part in the performances there for your time and effort in making this the greatest World Cup closing ceremony ever. Now it's time for the moment you've been waiting for. First of all, we would like to introduce the 28 contestants who took part but didn't make it to the semis. You will all be presented with special Pokemon World Cup badges to show that you took part. Please keep these as a memento of your experience and to show to your kids or grandkids, and pass on the spirit of the World Cup to the next generation of contenders.' They all came out and took the badges from John Williams, President of the IPA. When they collected their badges, they took their seats facing the podium. 'And now, our fourth place semi-finalist, Pedro!' Pedro came up onto the podium to collect his medal. He went up to the microphone. 'Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the course of my journey and this tournament.' he said. He took his place on the stage. 'Next up, in third place, please welcome onstage, Thomas!' Thomas also came out and collected his bronze medal. He also gave a short speech. 'I'd like to thank all of my friends and family and also all the Gym Leaders I've had to face for giving me a real challenge. Thanx!' He went and sat next to Pedro. 'And now it's time for our finalists. Please welcome, the runner up of the 2005 Pokemon World Cup, from Pallet Town, Gary Oak!' Gary came out to a rapturous applause from the crowd and the contenders. He went onstage and collected his prize, which was a small silver trophy. He also collected his participants badge, as did everyone else before him. The crowd then stood up. They were ready for him. Ash waited just inside the entrance to the tunnel. He released all his Pokemon for the special moment of glory. Then he waited for the announcer's words...
'And now, ladies and gentlemen, it's time to welcome the 2006 Pokemon World Champion and his Pokemon. From Pallet, Ash...Ketchum!' Everyone stood up and erupted with noise as he walked into the stadium with all his Pokemon by his side. Misty and Brock joined him out there. He collected his participant's medal and stood on the podium, Misty and Brock on either side, with all his Pokemon behind him (except for Pikachu, who was on his shoulder). He went up to the mic to say a few words. 'Thank you to all of the people I've battled against, to Misty and Brock, to all my Pokemon. This is your moment too. I hope you'll enjoy it.' The president spoke to Ash, saying 'Congratulations!' as he handed him the trophy. He waited for a few seconds, whispering 'You ready?' to Pikachu. 'Pika pika' said Pikachu. He then lifted the trophy up in the air. The crowd roared as Ash was showered with tickertape. On the stadium roof, fireworks began to shoot up into the air. 'We are the champions' played out to the crowds. It was now official. Ash was the world champion of Pokemon! 'Absolutely spectacular scenes here at the Indigo Stadium as the fireworks go off all over the place. The stadium floor is covered with tickertape as Ash celebrates his victory! He runs along the field and does a lap of honour with his Pokemon and the celebrations look set to continue long into the night. Well, folks, that's it! I hope you've enjoyed our coverage of the league, and until 2008, it's goodnight from us. GOODNIGHT!'
Next time: The celebrations move to Ash's home town as he recieves a hero's welcome. It'll be the finalchapter as well.
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