[Cues: Pokémon FireRed/Leafgreen OST - Intro]
The Outsider's Insurrection
Indigo Iliad
Chapter 59: Arc Reaction
Translated Pokémon Speech
Pokédex Entries/Computerized Voices/Flashbacks
Reference to an Accessory in the Games
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(Route 25-Seacrest| May 10th | 9:30a.m.)
Worry and fret upon the base of the Black Dragons after the eighth of May which upon the residents and trainers in the near fields remember quite well. That explosion had scorched the air with the heavy scent of ozone and the smell still lingers. Misty was speeding through the streets of Seacrest on her bike skidding to a stop in front of the mansion. She was a bundle of nerves as she just now found out about it…having been the last informed. She bolted for the door open to run into Topaz.
"We're not…wait, you're a Dragon?" Topaz said eyeing the jacket on her.
"Yes, now step aside…I need to see him." Misty said as Topaz stopped her.
"Take it easy. He's still out cold." Topaz said with a sigh. "Plus, his Pokémon are watching him like hawks. They're not letting anyone near other than medics."
"How bad were the injuries?" Misty said as Topaz let her inside.
"Pretty bad. All of them were pretty banged up with few having a broken rib or two, head wounds, and a concussion. Crimson had a few energy burns…" Topaz said offhandedly. "They don't when Crimson will wak…"
"How about now?"
Misty looked to see Crimson was standing there…without a shirt and in just track pants with a martial arts belt around the waist.
"But the doctors said you'd…" Topaz sputtered.
"Well, Iet us just say it was a miracle." Crimson said. "I'd say I'm back at…77…near 80%."
Misty tackle hugged to which he winced a tad still healing from the few burns.
"Good to see you too, Mis. Topaz, where's Joe, Rusty, and Sissi?" Crimson said as Topaz explained that they were getting breakfast. "Then tell them to deliver some for me as well."
To be told that, the three came running. The Black Dragons had all gathered in the living room to fill Crimson on what went down after the explosion.
"Yeah, boss. Your rep…no our rep went up the frickin' moon when word got out you and your main boys took out the Hateocracy. Those grunts that came to back them up, those…that survived that battle of yours ended up arrested by the cops." Chad explained.
"Everyone's talkin' 'bout the Dragons. As people to be feared and respected." Lee said as Crimson smirked.
"That's not exactly a good thing as now Team Rocket is going to want to work harder to take us out. They're going to think of you, Rusty, and Joe are threats to the group." Nyancy said concerned.
"They already do. I still have contacts in the Rockets, and they let me in on some information. The boss is still pissed about you, Crimson. However, he and his elites have their eyes on Rusty and Joe. I think they realized they made a mistake writing you two off." Turbine remarked.
"There's something I need to share as well." Crimson said with an air of seriousness. "While I was out cold, I wasn't unconscious. My mind was out of body…and I had awoke…in the Hall of Origin."
The air was quiet as the Pokémon all gasped and Rusty sputtered.
"Someone who's not a Pokémon can explain, please?" Sissi asked.
"The Hall of Origin is the resting place for Arceus, who is the 'The Original One'. The creator of all Pokémon, the Sinnoh region, Ransei, and supposedly the other regions. Basically, if God had a Pokémon…it'd be Arceus, the one above all Mythical and Legendary Pokémon." Rusty explained.
"I thought there were only Legendries." Topaz said confused.
"That's a common misconception because they are usually grouped together. Mythical Pokémon are those seen so rarely in the Pokémon world that some question their very existence, and they are usually only one of them in existence. Legendary Pokémon are incredibly rare and often very powerful Pokémon, featured prominently in the legends and myths of our world. Unlike Mythical Pokémon, there can be multiples of them…but are small in number." Dex Tashigi explained.
"Thanks for the exposition…now back to what I was saying. I did not think it was real at us, but then Arceus showed me what was happening while I was out cold. I know that Ash and everyone else got a ship and they're on their way back as we speak. I even got to meet other Legends…apparently the place is a meeting hall for them. I'm impressed that you got Moltres wanting to choose you as its champion. She did not think highly of you at first…but she's reconsidering." Crimson said as Rusty's jaw hung.
Rusty had to explain to everyone else…yes he had met Moltres.
"It's funny, the Kanto birds be pissed that Ho-Oh went to their region to pick me as a champion or sorts. It seems within generations, several legendries pick a person to be their 'champion'. Ho-Oh was going to pick someone else, but he chose me." Crimson said as Misty thought back to that moment.
"Explains why you're so lucky." Morticia said. "But how was Arecus like?"
"He was regal and intimidating." Crimson said in a low tone.
"Wait a second! Moltres is a woman?!" Rusty sputtered.
"Oh right, apparently Moltres and Articuno are female. Zapdos is a dude." Crimson said much to everyone's surprise. "But we have other issues to deal with this. Namely, you Joe. I suppose I should explain the matter of your mental powers."
"Doesn't it just mean I'm an auric like you and Rusty?" Joe asked.
"Not exactly. It seems that you're more than likely either a Psychic…or an auric/psychic hybrid." Crimson remarked. "And to define what I mean. Psychics are a lot like aurics except their specialty in psychokinetic abilities. Mind reading, teleportation, and all that. Their energy too is tied to nature like aurics. Think of it like the divide between fighting and psychic type Pokémon. With regular people being normal types capable of learning techniques from both…but not reaching the level you and I could."
"Well…could you teach me how to use this power?" Joe asked.
"The easiest way for training your Psychic power is just getting a psychic Pokémon to help you. Don't you have a Jynx?" Crimson asked as Joe groaned. "Psychic Pokémon tend to be drawn to psychic people."
"That explains a lot." Rusty said as Joe facepalmed. "Look, at least Nigiri likes you."
"Well, at the very least…she's there for me." Joe said dryly. "Now I need to decide on who I'll switch."
"Regardless, I'm getting ready to get back out on the road." Crimson said leaving with his food. "And I'll need to make some switch ups to my team."
To his relief, the two combat knives he asked for were there, but he apparently blew up the glue and grenade with his little Mega stunt…a small loss he could accept.
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(Hall of Origin, Unknown| May 10th | 9:30a.m.)
"So, you continue to let this Outsider walk among this world?" Raikou said looking over at Arecus. "I don't trust that one that has such secrets and the means to be a great threat to us."
"He won't. I see he is what this world needs." Arceus said thoughtfully. "Plus, the energy he gives off on top of his aura…is perfect for me to further grasp on my own powers."
"To think I was going I was going to go with the 'chosen one'." Ho-Oh said with a wry look. "But then this 'outsider' comes and he's just…wowed me enough to reconsider."
"I'm still beyond angered you chose someone from outside your region!" Articuno squawked.
"Quit your bitching. It's not like you were going to pick the 'outsider' anyway." Ho-Oh snarked.
Arceus looked upon the flame in front of it, bright white and full of life. Arceus had seen what Crimson truly was to which Raikou did not see. Crimson, unbeknownst to himself and everyone but Arceus, had saved their universe…albeit accidentally. Arceus had considered telling him, but…he wanted to give Crimson time to mature.
"Best not to tell him yet. No need to let him get a big head for pulling an isekai." Arceus thought wistfully. "Surprised he didn't ask about his parents, though. Then again, I may have forgot to bring that up. Oh well."
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(Cerulean City| May 10th | 12:00p.m.)
Crimson facepalmed having a bit of a sudden realization that he completely forgot to ask about his parents. It had not hit him early on, but it did now, and it certainly made him feel dumb. At the moment, Crimson and his band of friends were back on the road. Crimson had worn similar clothes to what he had worn two days prior only with his (increased) weights back on. Joe and Rusty were the same, but Sissi had changed. Sissi opted for clothes befitting the warmer weather. A pink Striped Pink Tank Top, white Jean Shorts, pink Knee Socks, black Zipped Boots, purple fingerless gloves, and her boyfriend's Black Dragon jacket. After the chaos, Sissi had proven herself worthy to be a Black Dragon and had earned a jacket to the approval of the others. She just had to wait on hers to be made, but her boyfriend's jacket would do for now. Joe did not mind at all, enjoying the sight of her in the jacket. At the moment, they were having lunch at a local diner when Crimson's phone rang with a ringtone.
"RWBY's Time to Say Goodbye?" Crimson thought before excusing himself to take it.
In the restroom, he answered.
"Expected you to be out of the game longer, kid." Roman said with a bit of concerned. "Aya and Katerina had called saying you were pretty hurt. Congrats on beating the Hateocracy. You did the world a service."
"Can't take all the credit." Crimson said humbly.
"Yeah, and I got some free advice. You may want to lay low for a while. People do not know you're back in the game. Try not to wear your team colors for a while. May as well to have Team Rocket to go lax." Roman said in earnest.
"I'll take it to heart. Staying in the shadows is something I can do." Crimson said as Roman chuckled.
"By the way, Neo managed to pilfer something from Team Rocket's Celadon hideout. Something about it be useful to you…she just needs a place to drop it off for you." Roman said as Crimson thought about.
"The Waterflower residence." Crimson said to Roman's surprise. "Thanks, Rome. For the help."
"Anything to get rid of the Rockets, my friend." Roman said before hanging up.
Crimson put away his phone leaving the bathroom. The look on Crimson's face got their attention as they made the move to leave.
"Who was on the phone?" Rusty asked.
"Roman. Got some good news, but we're going to need to change clothes. The Dragons are going to have go in hiding for a bit. The Rockets think we're out of the game for a while." Crimson said getting on his bike. "Come on, we're heading to the Waterflower residence."
They all drove over to the Waterflower residence and Crimson got off his bike only to walk into the mountain of a man, Hiroshi.
"Holy Miltanks, that's the hero of the Kanto Marines…Hiroshi Waterflower of the Fist." Rusty said in awe.
Hiroshi looked down at Crimson, who straightened himself up.
"Sorry about that." Crimson said. "I'm just here so my compatriots can challenge the leader…after we pay Misty a visit."
Misty came out to see us and immediately came up to ease the tension.
"Otousan, this is Crimson." Misty said as Hiroshi lightened up.
"Oh, I see. Well let me thank you for having my daughter's back." Hiroshi said gruffly.
With small talk out of the way, they were let in. Crimson went off to change clothes and change up his team. Considering how things were going, he decided Swish had to be taken off the active team for a while. He was not going to be useful for Ghost-type Pokémon.
"Ok, Marquesha's out. Even with the Ghost-types in Lavendar, most of them are Poison-types as secondary. It's a toss-up between Jett, Fawn, and Chuka. Honestly, I could break two if I swap Sub-Zero." Crimson said sending out Swish and Sub-Zero. "Boys, I'm considering swapping you two out for a bit. Both of you could use a break."
"Is it okay if I go to Tree's?" Swish asked.
"I'll do you better. While I was out, Tree apparently got my place at Seacrest approved by the Pokémon League to be a place I can offload Pokémon on my active team. The setup was supposed to be ready by noon." Crimson remarked. "I was going to surprise the others."
"The mansion! Send me there!" Swish said excitedly.
"I'll go with him to make sure he's under control." Sub-Zero said as Crimson affectionately laid a hand on his shoulder.
"Thanks, Sub." Crimson said kindly before checking on Dex Bulma. "Status?"
"It's ready to go. Roulette is ready to receive and send." Dex Bulma chirped. "Shall I inform the others?"
Crimson gave the go ahead. Swish and Sub-Zero were returned to their balls and send off to the mansion, and Crimson swapped in Chuka and Jett. Jett immediately sprang out of his ball and hugged Crimson who hugged back.
"It's been a long while. Glad to be back." Jett said with a grin. "Morti give you any nagging?"
"Plenty." Crimson said before sending out Chuka. "Hey there, Chuka."
"I'm ready to get back into battle." Chuka said with a fresh out of determination.
Crimson returned them both before looking at the status of his stored Pokémon. He decided to keep Tank at Oak's being that the old professor had the best means to keep him fed, Atlas at Tree's because of the lake there, and the rest were sent off to the mansion. He promised to himself to make the means to get a water habitat for Atlas set for him. Crimson hurriedly changed clothes storing his Black Dragon jacket away. He got on a tank top themed after a Safari Ball, a Kalos-brand green Zipped Jacket, green Camo Pants, black socks, a new pair of dark green fingerless gloves with metallic endings for the knuckles, black socks, his Aviator Shades, his Focus Band tied around his head, an olive Camo Cap, and even tried on new pair of black and red hi-top sneakers which were a gift from the Freemans.
"Air Jordan Number 1s. Damn, Riley. You gangsta." Crimson said feeling good in them.
Riley had insisted on the gift citing he could now sleep better that Lamilton and his Pokémon were dead to the wind. Crimson got on his belt of balls, his sword by his side, along with the rest of his gear before coming out of the room. Sissi did not really need to change only really shedding the jacket. Rusty opted for a white T-shirt with rust red short sleeves and a logo of '26', blue jeans, a Kalos-brand red Zipped Jacket, red fingerless gloves, red and white sneakers, red framed sunglasses, and his trademark hat. Rusty had opted to send Lumi off to Tree's and added Shogi back to his team. Shogi was hankering to see Ann. Joe had went for a black undershirt with a blue vest, dark blue trousers, a blue bandana around his neck, bluish-green fingerless gloves, a blue Logo Cap, and brown boots with black straps encircling them. Sahara and Jian were sent off to the mansion and Nigiri and Agate was brought back to the active team. Nigiri was more than happy to be back by his side even if Sissi was still there.
With them all ready, they moved to meet up with Misty.
"So, Misty. Up for a challenge?" Rusty said.
"While I really want to, it's not my turn to handle battles. That would be my sisters' job while I go get a manicure, pedicure, and a massage." Misty said with an air of malice.
"Oh, you bad." Crimson teased. "Mind if I join? I need a haircut anyway…my hair is all scraggly from the fight. Besides, I already got the badge."
In reality, he wanted to stay off the camera but spending time with Misty was a plus.
(A/N: A bit of a heads up, I'm limiting the wardrobe for Joe, Rusty, and Crimson for a bit. Basically, they're be sticking to those outfits for the time being with only minor changes to them. Sissi will still get different clothes. Rusty was slapped with Red's S/M outfit to match up with SilverNugget's Rusty (with minor changes), but Joe's case is a bit odd. I considered Blue's S/M outfit, but I went for a modified version of Blue's outfit from Origins. I'm actually considering updating the outfits of the other characters, namely Ash, Delia, Gary, Gilbert, and the cheerleaders. I'll take suggestions for ideas.)