Hey everyone, sorry for the wait but it's done. Also a little warning, I'll be back to playing World of Warcraft soon so I won'T update as usually used to. Now for some questions.
Daleaaronallen82: I'll...think about it and it would mostly happen during the Alolan adventure.
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True Master: Forget it.
Besen: I'll try to make Flashbacks next chapter if it'll cheer you up and if that doesn't work, what will?
Okay that's it for questions. Now next Gym battle Treecko is gonna evolve during the battle if that's alright with you guys. Also I had this idea where Ash gets Frokie much sooner, only question is how? Any ideas guys and should Mr. Goodshow know Verity personally since she's Cynthia's daughter. For now enjoy and answer in a review.
Chapter 13: Back in school and first Gym battle.
A few days has passed since Treecko and Phantump joined Ash's team with Ash catching Treecko with a Pokeball and Phantump with a great ball. Ash found May, Max, Tailow and Brock later that day, who were glad to see Ash unharmed with May giving the rainbow hero a hug in relief to see him safe.
The next day when they were traveling through the forest, the group decided to take a break for lunch with Ash introducing Treecko and Phantump to the group. Phantump got along well with the others, while Treecko just climbed up a tree to be alone. Later, May's Torchic was attacked by a Seviper, which Treecko rushed to the rescue, but got hurt in the proses.
The group hurried to take Treecko to a nearby Pokémon center to heal the Grass type. However, Treecko made a surprisingly quick recover and left to go train. Ash was the only one who saw Treecko leave and followed him. The two trained together, with Treecko improving in strength and friendship with Ash, who was happy to train with Treecko.
Later Team Loser showed up again and tried to catch Pikachu with the same Seviper from before that Jessie caught, but to no luck as Treecko and Latios sent those losers blasting off as always. They later returned to the Pokemon Centre and set out with their friends.
The next day, they came across a town with the group deciding to split up. Ash and Max went to grab a bite to eat, while May and Brock went to get medicine. After their lunch, Ash and Max found a Shroomish, who was shy. It took some yummy food that Brock cooked for Shroomish to trust them.
They later found an abandoned mansion that was said to be hunted, but Shroomish surprisingly rushed into the mansion. Ash and Max rushed after it and found May and Brock there. They met a man who owned the place that used to belong to his grandfather who passed away. At first, he didn't believe that there was a Shroomish, but went inside to check with the others.
Inside they found Shroomish and even more, before Team Loser showed up which caused a stampede of Shroomish to come out of hiding. The Shroomish used Stun Spore, getting Team Loser, but Ash and the others quickly escaped.
Later Team loser tried again with a big robot, only for their stupidity to coast them a Stun Spore. They blasted off as usual and the man decided to rebuild the mansion for all the Shroomish, with Ash and his friends saying goodbye before they continued on their journey.
The day after that, the gang came across a poster that said 'world's greatest Pokémon' that Ash didn't believe, but went to check it out. A trainer named Anthony and his partner, Pelliper were trying to scam people by having Pokémon inside of Pelliper's mouth, but Ralts took care of that.
Ash told Anthony if he wanted the world's greatest Pokémon, he needed to train and have faith in Pelliper, not cheat. In the end, Anthony agreed to take the path of a true trainer to train for the Pokémon league, which made Ash happy before he and the others left to continue their journey.
Next, the group found themselves in a Pokémon preserve, which they didn't know at the time. Soon three Mightyena and a Poochyena attacked them, before their trainer, a girl named Katrina stopped them. She mistook them as poachers here to capture Pokémon, till the group explained that they were passing by to Rostboro city.
Katrina took the gang to her home, where she helps injured Pokémon. Max took an interest in the Poochyena, while May was more interested in evolving her Torchi. The group decided to stay for a while with Max trying to evolve Poochyena by having Torchi try to lose to it, only to get burned in the end.
Max was stubborn and ran off into the forest with Poochyena, later running into trouble with Team Loser, who tried to capture all the Pokémon in the Pokémon preserve, only to get another shocking, plus an Energy Ball. Poochyena evolved through learning to use Bite instead of Tackle to free the captured Pokémon, which Max was happy for, before the gang continued on their journey.
Next they ran into a trio of sisters who run a flower shop. It was there that Brock caught a Lotad and Ash ate a Tomato berry. Surprisingly, the berry didn't burn his mouth, and Ash enjoyed it, making everyone look at him in shock that he could handle the hottest berry in the world.
Team Loser tried to cause trouble as usual, but this time got a Magical Leaf and Sky Attack combo, which sent them flying off as usual. The gang said bye to the three sisters and were off again to Rostboro city.
Next they came across what's called a Pokémon Contest, which didn't interest Ash, but May was interested in. There they met two Pokémon coordinators named Janet and Chaz, who let them watch the Pokémon contest, with May loving it. Janet and Chaz made it to the finals and battled each other with Janet the winner.
Team Loser showed up in disguise and tried to steal the show, but as usual got a one-way ticket to Shock City. The group said their goodbyes to their friends and continued on their way.
On their way to Rustboro city, they encountered a Bug Type Pokémon called a Wurmple. According to the Pokedex, it could evolve into a Beautifly, making May want to catch it before she chased after it, leaving the group alone. Soon they stopped to have lunch, where they met a trainer named Franklin who showed up and challenged Ash to a double battle that the Rainbow Hero accepted.
Ash used Treecko and Ralts, while Franklin used a Yanma and Ariados. It was an impressive battle with Ash having the disadvantage, but a combo attack of Thunder Punch and Ice Punch won them the match. Franklin enjoyed his battle against the Rainbow Hero, with Ash having just as much fun as well.
Later, May returned with Franklin's twin brother Forrester, who helped May catch Wurmple. The Bug type ate everyone's lunch faster than a Snorlax, before going straight to sleep with Ash having to restrain Pikachu from shocking the poor Bug type.
Now, after many days of traveling, they've reached Rustboro city. "Rustboro city, we've finally made it!" May called out in joy as she checked out the view of the city with her friends besides her.
The gang first decided to check out the observatory tower to check out the city and were currently enjoying their time. "It took lots of walking, sweet and trouble, but we finally got here". Ash stated with a smile as he had his hands in his pants pockets with Pikachu riding on his right shoulder, before he started walking away.
"Ash, hang on!" Max called out as he, May and Brock went after Ash. "Come on, can't we just stay here a little longer?" Max asked if they could stay in the tower for just a little longer. "After all the trouble those losers made us go through, forget it". Ash replied to Max without looking at her.
"Ash has a point. Besides, he's been waiting patiently so we should just let him have his battle". Brock said in agreement to what Ash said about Team Rocket, thinking that he deserved to have his Gym battle. "But it's not fair!" May complained, wanting to do shopping and stuff.
"Quiet complaining already!" Ash told May to quiet complaining already, his patience wavering at having to wait to have his Gym battle. "Poliwag…? Poli! Poliwag…?" A small blue Pokémon let out a cry of fear, getting the gang's attention as they looked to see a Poliwag hiding under a bench.
"A Poliwag?" Ash said in surprise as Pikachu jumped off his shoulder towards the Water type. "Pika". Pikachu greeted the water type, who let a scared cry as it turned around in fear. "If there's something wrong, maybe we can help". Max said to Poliwag, trying to help calm it down for it to trust them.
Poliwag slowly turned around and walked out of the bench to see Max, Pikachu and the others. "Hi there, Poliwag". Ash greeted softly to the Water type to not scare it away as Max picked it up in his arms. "Hi there, are you lost?" Max asked if Poliwag was lost, before Pikachu took notice of the symbol on Poliwag's tail.
"Pika-pi!" Pikachu called out as he pointed at the symbol on Poliwag's tail, getting everyone's attention as they looked to see the symbol on the water type's tail. "What's that symbol on its tail''. May asked in confusion at seeing the symbol on Poliwag's tail. Before anyone could make a guess on what the symbol is, someone called out to the Water type.
"Poliwag! Oh good… I've been looking all over for you''. A brown haired woman (Roxanne Alpha Saffire and Omega Ruby form) said in relief as she ran up to the group. At hearing the woman's voice, Poliwag turned around, before crying out in happiness as it jumped into the woman's open arms. "Oh…I was so worried about you. Did you find it?" The woman asked the group if they were the ones who found Poliwag, with Max blinking in surprise.
"Uh…uh uh…" Max could only say as the woman smiled thankfully to Max. "Well, I just can't thank you enough". The woman said in thanks for finding Poliwag, as Ash blinked. With the way that the woman expressed her relief for Poliwag, it sounded as if the Water type was her Pokémon. But before he could ask, a young boy called out to her.
"Miss Roxanne! You've found Poliwag, alright!" A young boy called out, getting Ash's attention. He looked to see four children behind the woman known as Roxanne, with two girls holding a Pidgey and Rattata, two boys with a Magby next to one of them with the other boy looking nervous.
"That's so great!" The girl holding Pidgey said in happiness, before turning towards the nervous boy. "See, everything's okay". The girl told the nervous boy with a happy smile. "Except our class trip is ruined and poor Poliwag is scared completely out of its mind!" The boy with the Magby snapped at the nervous boy, making him flinch.
"I'm sorry". The nervous boy tried to apologize. "Do you have to be so mean!" The girl snapped at the boy with the Magby, defending the nervous boy. "Why eo you care!?" The boy with the Magby snapped back at the girl for what she said. "You know Kenny's afraid of touching Pokémon! So leave him alone!" The girl snapped back at the boy, making Ash slightly widen his eyes in shock at what he heard about the boy being afraid of Pokémon.
"Alright! That's enough you two!" Roxanne told her two students firmly, getting them to look at her, before looking back at each other, before looking away. "Fine!" The two children said at the same time, making Ash chuckle. Roxanne turned her attention to the nervous boy called Kenny.
"Now Kenny…I hope you learned something from all of this". Roxanne told her student, causing Kenny to look up, before he looked back down sadly. At seeing him like this, Roxanne rubbed his head in comfort as she tried to reassure Kenny that it was all fine.
"There's no need to be afraid. And don't be upset either, because you tried your hardest". Roxanne said reassuringly to Kenny that it was alright. As she was finished comforting the boy, she turned to the rest of her students with a reminder on what they need to do now.
"Alright class. It's time for us to head back to the training academy". Roxanne told her class, making the kids smile at her. "Okay!" The kids called out in happiness, but before any of them could move, Ash decided to ask a question that's been on his mind for a few minutes now. "Pardon me, but what is that?" Ash asked, wondering what this training academy is, getting Roxanne's attention.
"It's a Pokémon Trainer's school. It's an academy here in town where students can learn all about the world of Pokémon". Roxanne explained to Ash and his friends about the Pokémon Academy. "Wow!" Max called out in amazement at hearing about the Pokémon academy.
"These children are students in my beginner's class. We're here on a field trip, but it's just about time for us to be heading back now". Roxanne continued to explain to Ash and the gang, telling them that she was the teacher of a beginner's class. 'I wonder if anyone in that class knows about me. I really hope they don't because I don't need any unwanted attention'. Ash thought to himself, hoping that no one in the training academy knows about him.
"How cool, I wanna go to that Pokémon Academy too". Max called out in excitement, before turning to look at May. "So can I?'' Max asked his sister if he can be part of the training academy. "I don't know, why don't we think about it''. May replied to Max, honestly having no idea if they should go to the Pokémon Training academy.
"Can we Ash, please?'' Max asked the Rainbow Hero if they could go to the Pokémon School, who gave him a smile. "Sure why not, I could wait for my Gym battle". Ash replied to Max, having no problem waiting a little longer for his Gym Battle. "Are you here for a battle at the Rustboro gym?" Roxanne asked Ash if he came for a Gym Battle.
"Yeah I am". Ash replied to Roxanne with a smile, looking over the corner of his left eye at May and gave her a wink, making her blush at little. "Well that works out just perfectly, the Rustboro Gym happens to be right next to our training academy''. Roxanne told Ash that the Gym was right next to the academy.
"Is that right?" Ash asked in a little surprised. "Pika-pi". Pikachu cried out in surprise as well, still on Ash's left shoulder. "So why don't you all stop by and visit the school before you head off to your gym battle?" Roxanne suggested to Ash if he wouldn't mind checking out the school before his gym battle with a happy smile.
"Would you give us the tour, Roxanne?" Brock asked Roxanne if she would give them the tour of the school. "Alright!" Max cried out in joy, while Ash was silently praying that no one knows him at this training academy.
(Later on that day)
Later on, Roxanne took Ash and the gang to the training academy, leaving them in the care of the headmaster, while she went back to her class. Ash, May, Max, and Brock were currently following the headmaster as he was giving our heroes the tour around the school. "If I'm not mistaken, your mother and father run the Petalburg Gym. Am I right?" The headmaster asked May and Max if their father was the Petalburg gym leader. "Yeah". May and Max replied to the Headmaster with a smile.
They all stopped at a door. "Surely you would like to observe one of our classes". The headmaster said as he opened the door, showing them a room filled with students with the teachers being a doctor and Nurse Joy. "This classroom has students training to become Pokémon Doctors". The headmaster explained to the gang about this class.
"This classroom seems interesting". Brock said to himself, very interested in this class. 'It's a good place for people who want to help Pokémon'. Ash thought to himself, glad to see so many people wanting to help Pokémon. "But what about the beginners class?" Max moaned out, wanting to go to the beginner's class.
They all went to the next classroom to continue the tour, where many trainers and Pokémon were out. "This is our specialized class training for Pokémon Contests". The headmaster told the group what this class was meant for, making May's eyes spark with joy. "This class was made for me!. May called out in joy, getting Ash to look at her for a while before he smiled at her.
'I think May has finally found her own dream'. Ash thought to himself with a smile as he watched one of the students use one of the school's Sneasels to make a flashy entrance and appealing as if he was part of a contest. "Where can I sign up?" May asked in excitement as Max sighed once more. "The beginner's class?" Max asked again for the beginner's class.
The next class lead to the group watching a male student with a Typhlosion battling a female student commanding a Feraligatr. "This class specializes in Pokémon battles". The headmaster told the gang about this class, getting Ash's complete interest. "Now this I like, and there's even the final evolved forms of Cyndaquil and Totodile, two of Johto's regional starters". Ash called out in excitement, really liking this class. "You're correct Ash". The headmaster said to Ash, impressed with his knowledge.
"Excuse me, but could we please go to Miss Roxanne's beginner's class now?" Max asked the headmaster if they could go to the beginner's class now, getting the headmaster to look at Max. "Oh yes, yes, of course, this way". The headmaster replied to Max as he started leading the group to the beginner's class.
They all keep walking around the school until they finally reach the classroom. "Okay here we are. This is Roxanne's classroom". The headmaster told the gang, getting Max to smile happily at finally arriving to the beginner's class. Max and the gang entered the room, and to their surprise, saw Prof. Oak on the videophone.
"So in conclusion, there are many different types of Pokémon in existence. Is that clear?" Prof. Oak told the class, telling them about the many different kinds of Pokémon in the world. "Yes Professor!" The students replied to Prof. Oak. "Hey, Professor Oak, it s me, Ash". Ash greeted Professor Oak, getting his attention as he turned to face the gang.
"Hello Ash, my boy. Hello Brock and May". Professor Oak greeted the Rainbow Hero, along with May and Brock. "Hey professor/ Hi''. Brock and May greeted Professor Oak with a smile as the Pokémon Professor turned to see Max. "And you must be Max, right?'' Professor Oak said with a kind smile, which Max stuttered a bit in front of one his idols. "I… well…" Max stuttered, feeling nervous. "Max, just say hello". May told her brother to just say hi already.
"You see here at the Trainer Academy, we receive lectures from Prof. Oak via videophone". Roxanne told the gang about how Professor Oak helped giving out lessons as well.
"Since you're here Ash, I'm assuming that you finished your gym battle, am I right? Who was the victor? Was it you or Miss Roxanne?" Professor Oak asked, which got Ash to look at him in confusion. "Actually we haven't had our battle yet" Roxanne told the professor that Ash and she hasn't battled yet, getting the Rainbow Hero to look at her in surprise.
"Miss Roxanne, you're the Gym Leader?" Ash asked in surprise that she was the Gym Leader the whole time, which she nodded to him. "That's right". Roxanne replied to Ash with a smile. "Roxanne is one of our most accomplished students to ever graduate from this academy. Her battles were always flawless, and she was quickly promoted to Gym Leader". The headmaster told Ash about Roxanne's progress that made her Gym leader. "Wow that's pretty cool". Ash said in an impressed tone at how skilled Roxanne sounds like. "Pika". Pikachu called out in agreement.
Roxanne smiled at his compliment. "Thank you very much, Ash. But I'll be teaching this class until tomorrow night. So would you mind if you put off our battle until the day after?" Roxanne asked Ash if they could have their battle the day after tomorrow. "Sure no problem''. Ash replied to Roxanne, having no problem waiting. "Good luck to both of you and have a great battle". Professor Oak wished Ash and Roxanne to have a great battle. "Thanks". Ash and Roxanne thanked Professor Oak for his kind words.
"Miss Roxanne, if you need a guest speaker, you can have Ash and Brock. Ash has recently won the Silver Conference in Johto. Your students could learn a lot from him. Kids keep catching those Pokémon. Good bye for now!" Professor Oak called out, waving goodbye. Before he could leave, Max finally managed to speak to Professor Oak on how he has read his books, watched him on TV, and listened to his radio shows. Prof. Oak replied that he's glad for Max and said goodbye to him before the videophone turned off.
Most of the students in the class suddenly all gathered around Ash; surrounding him after hearing he won the last Silver Conference tournament. They all asked him questions from teaching his battling style, how to raise a Pokémon, and even for his autograph. 'Exactly what I needed, unwanted attention. Thanks professor'. Ash thought to himself with a sweat drop, making plans to get payback on Professor Oak.
(The next day)
The next day after Ash finished answering the kids' questions, signing autographs and giving them some tips on how to raise Pokémon, Ash and the gang went to the Pokémon center, with the Rainbow Hero taking the chance to train for his Gym Battle against Roxanne.
The next day at the training academy, Ash was outside, leaning against the wall in deep thought while the others were watching Max study. Even Pikachu was watching with May and Brock, while he decided to wait here since he didn't like attention on him, unless it was for a battle. 'I hate unwanted attention, but those kids really looked up to me'. Ash thought to himself as he looked up at the sky, thinking about the kids from yesterday that surrounded him.
'Kids are honest, I'll admit. When they see someone that's done something amazing, they'll support that person, wanting to see more. Ha, kids really are innocent'. Ash thought to himself as he grew a smile on his face, thinking that he wouldn't mind having attention from kids.
However, Ash sensed someone close by, making him narrow his eyes as he looked through the corner of his left eye. "Come out, there's no use in hiding!'' Ash called out to whoever was hiding in the hallway. "O-Ok, I'm sorry. I wasn't spying, I promise''. A female voice called out as a young 11-year-old girl stepped out into the light, letting Ash see what she looked like.
She looked to be a littler shorter than Ash, violet eyes and pale skin. She had long midnight dark hair that reached the back of her waist, a long sleeve dark blue jacket over a black shirt with a picture of a Poke Ball on it. She had a purple skirt, long black stockings, dark shoes, and finally purple fingerless gloves.
"A-Are you Ash Ketchum?" The girl asked Ash; wanting to know if he was the one she was searching for, making the Rainbow Hero narrow his eyes a little. "Yeah, I'm Ash Ketchum from Pallet town''. Ash replied to the girl, telling her that he was the one she was looking for.
The girl smiled happily at Ash's response. "I can't believe it, you're actually here!" The young girl called out in happiness, making Ash look confused. "My name is Sumire, and I'd like to ask a favor''. The girl introduced herself as Sumire, wanting to ask Ash for a favor.
"What kind of favor?'' Ash asked Sumire about what her favor was. "W-Well my childhood friend Reginald…he's been really horrible lately…ever since his grandfather passed away…he's never been the same. He stops hanging out with his friends and doesn't treat his Pokémon with love anymore…so that's why…I want you to please help him''. Sumire explained to Ash about the favor she wants from him, wanting his help for her childhood friend.
Ash listened carefully to Sumire's request, understanding why she needs his help. "I understand what you're asking of me, but I doubt that I can change anything. Everyone goes through a painful moment of their life when someone they love dies". Ash explained to Sumire that it's painful for someone who just lost a loved one.
"I…I understand that, but please". Sumire begged as she bowed her head, wanting Ash's help for Reginald to go back to the person that he used to be. Ash looked at how Sumire was begging for his help, before he sighed in defeat. "I'll help". Ash told Sumire that he'll help, not having the courage to refuse at how she was begging him, making Sumire look at him happily.
"Thank you. Please follow me". Sumire thanked Ash for agreeing to help, before leading him down the hall with the Rainbow Hero following behind her. Soon they reached a battlefield, where they saw a 12-year-old boy with spiky dark hair, wearing a blue high colour jacket over a black shirt, black track pants and white shoes.
He was currently lying down on the field, using his hands as a pillow and had his eyes closed. "Reginald!" Sumire called out to the sleeping boy, getting him to open his grey eyes as he got up from his lying down position. "What is it, Sumire!?" The boy known as Reginald replied to his friend as he stood up on his feet, stretching his arms out.
Sumire held out her right hand to gesture to Ash, who was watching with his hands in his pockets. "This is Ash Ketchum, the winner of the Johto League Silver Conference, and the trainer rumored to be the Legendary Rainbow Hero". Sumire introduced Ash to Reginald, getting both boys to look at her in surprise.
'Terrific, it seems no matter what region I go too, I'll always have unwanted attention'. Ash thought to himself with narrowed eyes, wishing that he wasn't the centre of attention. "I'll admit that's impressive, but why should I care?" Reginald said in an unimpressed tone, clearly showing that he didn't care.
"Reginald, I think he can help you. Just battle him and I think you'll-" Sumire tried to convince Reginald to battle Ash, but her friend interrupted her. "He can't help, so why should I waste my time battling some kid from Kanto?" Reginald told his friend, clearly having no interest in battling Ash, making Sumire look at her friend in concern.
Ash walked up next to Sumire, getting Reginald's attention. "She's just worried about you, so don't take her friendship for granted. Listen, I understand that you're still recovering from your grandfather's death". Ash said to Reginald with narrowed eyes, getting him to look at Sumire, who looked down with her cheeks blushing.
"But that doesn't mean that you should push away your friends that are worried about you away. Even your Pokémon are worried about you, so at least don't block them out". Ash continued to speak, getting Reginald to look back at the Rainbow Hero with narrowed eyes.
"And why should I care about what a stranger like you say?" Reginald asked the Rainbow Hero why he should take advice from him since he's a stranger, making Ash chuckle. "Fair point, this is the first time that we've met. Still, at first I thought that your grief consume you, but now my view has changed". Ash said to Reginald with a small smile on his face, getting Reginald to narrow his eyes at him.
"You think just cause you're some big shot, I've gotta listen to what you've got to say". Reginald scoffed, earning a glare from Ash. "No...No you don't" Ash replied as Reginald simply smirked and began walking away. "If we're gonna talk, we should do it through a battle". Ash stated, causing Reginald to pause mid step and turn his head slightly, his eyes making contact with Ash's.
"When two trainers eyes meet, that means they must clash. That's the trainers rule isn't it?" Ash said to Reginald, who fully turned around to face him "Yeah, that is the rule". Reginald replied to Ash with narrowed eyes. The scene around them turned pitch black as a violent red aura surrounded Reginald, while a rainbow aura covered Ash.
Both Ash and Reginald leaped away from each other, landing on the trainer parts of the battlefield. However, it was at that moment that Roxanne and her beginner's class came out for a lesson with Brock with them. But they stopped when they saw Ash and Reginald already using one of the battlefields.
"Sumire, what's going on?" Roxanne asked Sumire, who was watching from the sidelines. "I'm sorry Mrs. Roxanne, but Reginald and Ash are about to have a battle so could you please wait and let them have their battle". The black haired girl apologized to teacher, bowing her a little, making Roxanne sigh at Sumire.
"Alright then, besides this'll be a great learning experience". Roxanne replied to Sumire, before she turned to face her class. "Alright class, plans have changed. For now, we'll be watching our school's top student, Regianld have a battle against the Johto League Silver Confidence's champion, Ash Ketchum". Roxanne told her students, who looked real excited while Bronk looked at his best friend, noticing the frown on his face. It was at that moment, May showed up to watch the battle.
"I'll shut that mouth of yours with this!" Reginald growled out as he brought out a Poke Ball before he threw it, releasing a blue sea lion Pokémon. "Samurott!" The Pokémon cried out its name as Ash looked at it in interest. "Wonder what that is?'' Ash asked as he brought out his Pokedex with his right hand, holding it out to the Blue Sea lion Pokémon.
'Samurott, the Formidable Pokémon, and the evolve form of Dewott. Protected by armor, Samurott can defeat opponents with one sword swipe. Its glare can silence them as well'. Dexter stated as Ash looked at Samurott, who glared at him.
"Samurott, huh". Ash said as he looked over the water Pokémon and couldn't help, but see how it got its name as it resembled a Samurai. "In that case, come out Treecko!" Ash called out, throwing the Poke Ball and releasing the Grass starter Pokemon. "Treecko!" Treecko called out with a smirk as he placed his twig in his mouth.
Reginald narrowed his eyes as he looked at the Pokémon Ash had sent against him. "You're sending out a first stage Treecko against my fully evolved Samurott? Are you mocking me?!" Reginald questioned angrily, feeling insulted by Ash's choice.
"Evolution isn't everything when it comes down to a Pokémon battle, anyone who's battled before should understand that basic fact". Ash replied to Reginald as the children watched carefully.
(Ash and Treecko V.S Reginald and Samurott)
"Samurott use Razor Shell!" Reginald shouted out as his fully evolved Pokémon drew two shells from its legs, before they became engulfed in a blue aura forming a blade. Before Ash or Treecko could react, Samurott dashed towards them. "How predictable, use Thunder Punch". Ash said with a smirk as he crossed his arms.
Trecko's right fist was covered in electricity as he leaped, dogging a sword swipe from Samurott, before he landed a direct hit on the Water type's face, sending him back a bit. "What the heck! How'd you do that?!" Reginald asked Ash on how his Treecko managed to land a hit. "Simple, you underestimated me and Treecko". Ash replied to Reginald as he pointed at him with his right hand's index finger.
"And now it's time to show you what overconfidence gets you! Energy Ball, go!" Ash called out to his Grass type, who nodded to him. "Treecko tree!'' Treecko called out as he opened its mouth and formed a light green energy ball in front of his mouth. Treecko then fired the Energy Ball from its mouth at Samurott, landing another direct hit.
"You son of a- Ice Beam!" Reginald growled out in anger as Samurott's eyes shot open, before the Water type opened its mouth, forming a ball of light blue energy in front of it. It then fired light blue beams of energy from the ball at Treecko. "Dodge that!'' Ash called out as Treecko leaped away to dodge as the light blue beam hit the ground, freezing the entire field.
"He froze the entire field!?" Ash called out in surprise at witnessing the field frozen. "That's right, now use Sacred Sword!" Reginald called out as Samurott's shells glows light blue and grows bigger before he charged, sliding on the ice as Treecko struggled to stand. "Treecko, Detect!" Ash called out as Treecko's eyes glow light blue and dodged Samurott's sacred sword attack by side stepping, causing Samurott's attack to crush the ice.
Reginald and Samurott's eyes widened in shock as Treecko smirked at them. "Thunder Punch again!" Ash called out as electricity surrounded Treecko's right fist as he punched Samurott in the face again, causing the Water type's eyes to widen in pain, coughing out a bit of spit, before it was smacked across the face by Treecko's tail.
"Grab the tail!" Reginald called out as Samurortt gripped the Grass starters tail with its mouth, before slamming it harshly to the ground, creating a sizable hole. "Razor Shell!" Reginald ordered as Samurott brought down its glowing shell blades at Treecko. "Use Thunder Punch and Drain Punch!'' Ash called out as Treecko's fists were covered in energy, before it countered Samurott's Razor Shell.
Both Pokémon had a power struggle for a good 10 seconds, before they were both pushed back. "How?! How is your Treecko standing up to my fully evolved Samurott?!'' Reginald demanded to know how Ash's Treecko was doing so well against his Samurott.
"Simple, it's because I believe in Treecko!" Ash replied to Reginald with narrowed eyes. "You actually expect me to believe that nonsense!" Reginald shouted back at Ash, before holding out his right hand. "Samurott use Hydro Pump!" Reginald called out as Samurott unleashed a stream of pressurized water towards Treecko.
"Stay your ground Treecko". Ash commanded as Treecko nodded, while everyone else looked on in shock. 'What's this guy up to?' Reginald thought to himself, wondering what Ash is up to. "Ash, what are you doing?!'' Max called out to the Rainbow Hero, who didn't look at him. "If you don't do something, Treeck will get hurt!'' May called out in concern for Ash and Treecko.
(Play Pokémon Heroes of Hoenn music)
Once the attack was close enough, Ash acted. "Now use Thunder Punch!" Ash shouted out as Treecko's right fist becomes engulfed in electricity, before jumping forward, slicing through the stream of water, shocking Reginald and the audience.
"Unreal!" "He's slicing right through the Hydro Pump!" The kids called out in shock as May, Max and Sumire were shocked as well, while Brock smiled at seeing Ash do the unexpected like how he always does.
"Now grab its horn!" Ash called out as Treecko gripped Samurott's horn with its electrical covered hand, sending a powerful surge thorough the Sea Lion's body body, causing the Water type to cry out in pain. "Now for the big finish, Drain Punch!" Ash called out as a black orb with blue-white sparkles, outlined in green, surrounded Treecko's left fist.
Treecko punched Samurott in the face, landing a direct hit before he leaped away. Green, sparkling energy appeared where Samurott was hit, which flew back towards Treecko in an orb, bathing it in a sparkling green glow that healed the Grass type. Samurott fell to the ground, kicking up dust with swirls in its eyes, showing he was defeated.
(Music end)
(Winner: Ash and Treecko)
"Samurott!" Reginald cried out, running over to his starter's side. "Are you okay?" Reginald asked as the Formidable Pokémon's eyes slowly opened as he looked over to his trainer. 'I'm okay...Reginald'. Samurott replied to his trainer, causing Reginald's eyes to widen in shock.
"Was...was that your voice I just heard?" Reginald asked stunned, still trying to comprehend what just happened. He heard his Samurott talk like he was a human. "It's cause of the bond the two of you share". Ash said as he walked up to them, causing the duo to look over at the Rainbow Hero. "When a trainer forges a strong unbreakable bond with their Pokémon, they'll be able to truly understand each other''. Ash told Reginald and Samurott as Treecko jumped onto his right shoulder.
"Well done Treecko''. Ash congratulated his Grass type, making Treecko smile at his trainer. 'Thank you Ash'. Treecko thanked the Rainbow Hero with only Ash able to understand him. Ash smiled at Treecko, before he looked back at Reginald. "You can deny it all you want, but your bond with your Pokémon is still strong. You still care about them and they care about you''. Ash told Reginald with a smile.
Reginald still looked shocked as he turned to face his starter, who looked at him with a smile. "I…" Reginald said in disbelief before he was interrupted as the alarm went off. "Something terrible has happened! All of our Poke Balls have been stolen!" The headmaster cried out as he ran to the group, shocking everyone including Roxanne.
"What!?" Roxanne gasped as the headmaster held his head, feeling fear for the Pokémon that have been taken away. "They're all gone!" The headmaster groaned out, falling to his knees.
"How could that have happened!?" Ash exclaimed with wide eyes. But just before anyone could react, everyone heard a familiar group laughing together! They all turned to see a giant machine rolling in, with the design looking like a Wurmple! The door opened to reveal Team Loser.
(Play Team Rocket moto music)
"Prepare for trouble, we're in a class of our own!"
"Make it double, or leave well enough alone!"
"To protect the world from devastation!"
"To unite all people within our nation!"
"To denounce the evils of truth and love!"
"To extend our reach to the stars above!"
"Jessie!
"James!"
"Team Rocket blasts off at the speed of light!"
"Surrender now, or prepare to fight, fight, fight!"
"That's right!"
(Music end)
"Team Rocket!" Ash, Brock, May and Max called out with narrowed eyes at seeing the annoying losers.
"Correct!" Jessie laughed out with a huge smile. "Now answer this! Who has all the Poké Balls?" James asked tauntingly, as Meowth revealed to where they were by showing a large bag attached to the tail of the Wurmple Machine.
"I'll give you a hint!" Meowth said tauntingly as Ash gritted his teeth. "And we're getting them back! Pikachu, Thunderbolt them!" Ash called out as he held out his right hand. Pikachu nodded to his partner before he shot out his Electric type attack towards the machine. But just as he shot the attack, the door closed, causing the Thunderbolt to miss Team Loser.
"Nyah-nyah-nyah-nyah-nyah!" Team Rocket laughed, mocking the Electric Type. Annoyed, Pikachu shot again, causing the door to close and allow Team Rocket to mock Pikachu again. With the third attempt, the results were the same! And with the fourth attempt, the mocking continued on. 'Wait till I get my hands on those idiots!' Ash thought to himself in annoyance at Team Loser being idiots.
"Now to snatch us a Pikachu!'' Meowth shouted out as a mechanical arm latched out of the Wurmple machine towards Pikachu, only for the Electric type to swiftly avoid the arm. However, much to Ash and Pikachu's horror, they arm was now heading straight towards...
"Kenny move!" Ash shouted to the younger boy, who was frozen with fear as he held up his arms to protect himself. "Samurott, use Razor Shell!" Reginald called out as his Water type nodded. "You got it old friend!" Samurott shouted out, drawing his aqua blades and swiftly sliced the incoming mechanical arms in half
"Mind if I join in?" Reginald asked, stepping up next to Ash, who smirked. "You bet, lets take these clowns down". Ash said with a smirk on his face as he tightened his gloves. "I'll fight with you guys!" Sumire called out, holding up a Great Ball. "Go Liepard!'' Sumire called out as she threw the Great Ball, releasing a Liepard.
"Liepard!" The Liepard growled out as she glared at the robotic Wurmple. "Seviper, Poison Tail!'' Jessie called out as she threw her Poke Ball, releasing the Poison type. "Seviper!" Seviper growled out as its tail turned purple, before lashing out at Liepard. "I'll kick this off, Hydro Pump!" Reginald called out with narrowed eyes, holding his right hand out.
"Samurott!" Samurott cried out as he unleashed a stream of pressurized water, striking Seviper and sending it to the ground with swirls in its eyes. "My Seviper!'' Jessie called out in surprise at seeing her Seviper defeated so easily. "Cacnea, Pin Missle!" James called out as he threw his Poke Ball, releasing the Grass and Dark type.
"Cacnea!" Cacnea cried out as its horn glowed before firing a barrage of white needles. "Liepard, use Aerial Ace!" Sumire called out as her Liepard leaped towards Cacnea at great speed, with white streaks surrounding its body, passing through the barrage of white needles, before striking the Grass type.
"Cacnea!" Cacnea cried out in pain as he went sent flying from the attack, but it took advantage of it and went to James, grabbing him in a hug that brought the pain to the rich boy. "Oh the pain!" James cried out in pain from the loving hug. "Now Shadow Claw!" Sumire called out as one of Liepard's paws becomes surrounded by a black aura with a purple outline. The aura then took the form of a claw as Liepard slashed at the bag of Poke Balls, freeing them all.
"Oh no!" Team Rocket called out in horror. "Oh yes! Treecko, Energy Ball!'' Ash called out as Treecko leaped from his shoulder. "Treecko tree!'' Treecko called out as he opened its mouth and formed a light green energy ball in front of his mouth. He then fired the energy ball from its mouth at Team Rocket, who closed the door again. "Nyah-nyah-nyah-nyah-nyah!" Team Rocket laughed, mocking the Grass type with Cacnea and Seviper looking pleased.
"Reginald, Ash, let's attack together!" Sumire called out as Ash and Reginald nodded in agreement. "Right! Samurott, Ice Beam!'' Reginald called out with a smirk as the Water type opened its mouth, forming a ball of light blue energy in front of it before firing. "Pikachu, use Thunderbolt!'' Ash called out as Pikachu unleashed a thunderbolt attack.
"Liepard Dark Pulse!'' Sumire called out as her Liepard fired a beam of black and purple circles from its mouth. The three attacks merged together to form a black, yellow and ice blue version of thunderbolt, striking the mechanical Wurmple.
The combined attacks caused an explosion that destroyed the mechanical Wurmple, sending Team Loser into the sky. "Team Rocket's blasting off again!" Team Rocket called out as they disappeared from sight, a star twinkling where they were last seen. "Good riddance". Ash stated with a smile as Pikachu landed on his shoulder with a smile.
The kids let out happy cries as they ran towards Ash, Reginald and Sumire, surrounding them with happy smiles. Some of the kids even surrounded Pikachu, Treecko, Samurott and Liepard with all of them smiling at the happy kids. "You guys were awesome". A random kid said to Sumire, who smiled as she rubbed the kid's head with a smile.
Kenny walked up to Samurott, who noticed the kid as he lowered his head for a pat, smiling at the young boy. Kenny hesitated a little, before he pat the fully evolved Pokémon with a smile, no longer feeling nervousness. Ash and Reginald watched Kenny interact with Samurott with smiles on their faces.
"Listen, don't think I'm gonna say thanks for giving me a little push, but just know I'm grateful". Reginald told Ash with his arms crossed, who just smiled at him. "Who said I wanted any thanks? Just seeing you connect with your Pokémon is enough for me". Ash replied to Reginald with a smile, one that he returned with Sumire watching the two with a smile.
Roxanne, Brock and May were watching the kids surround the heroes of the day with smiles. "Wow, who knew Ash could inspire so many kids". May said with a smile as her cheeks started to turn red. "Your friend Ash is a very gifted young man. I look forward to my battle with him". Roxanne said to May with a smile on her face, looking forward to her battle with the Rainbow Hero.
"Just a little warning, you're gonna need to give it your all if you wanna have a chance to beat Ash". Brock told Roxanne with a smile that she returned. "Don't worry, I plan to battle with some… special Pokémon of mine". Roxanne replied to Brock with a smile on her face as she watched Sumire help the kids onto her Liepard's back, Reginald trying and failing to smile at the kids looking at him as if he was their hero and Ash letting the kids play with Pikachu and Treecko.
(Tomorrow morning)
The next day in the morning, the gang was outside the Pokémon Center having breakfast at a round table, discussing their plans for the day. "I'm so psyched, this'll be my first time watching a real gym battle!" Max exclaimed in excitement, drinking his orange juice.
"Don't you watch Gym Battles back home?" Brock asked the young 8-year-old boy, who shook his head. "Dad doesn't really let us watch often, but he let us play with his Pokémon". Max told Brock, who still looked surprised. "Anyway, what's your strategy for Roxanne?" May asked the Rainbow Hero on how he plans to handle the Rustbro Gym.
"I'm going with Snorlax and Phantump for this gym". Ash replied to May as he took a sip from his glass of water. "But Ash, a Normal type like Snorlax is a bad match up against Rock types". Max said to Ash, having read in a book that Normal type moves aren't very effective against Rock types. "Max, you should know by now from watching Ash, that type advantage doesn't matter when he battles". Brock told his young friend with a smile.
"Brock's right Max. What matters in a battle isn't just type advantage or evolution, it's faith in your Pokémon". Ash said with a smirk as he held up his right fist, not noticing May blushing at him. "Than what about you May. All you have are Torchic and Wurmple, who are at a big disadvantage against Rock types?" Max asked his older sister, who looked at him for a second before looking away.
"Oh I think I'll pass". May replied to her brother, much to his and Brock's shock. "YOU'LL PASS!'' Brock and Max shouted out in shock as Ash and Pikachu continued to enjoy their breakfast. "But why? After coming all this way?'' Max asked his older sister in confusion. "It's because of her new dream, to be a Pokémon coordinator". Ash answered for May, getting everyone's attention.
"At the beginning, May never really had an interest of competing in Gym Battles. Isn't that right, May?" Ash started to explain as he looked at the brunette, who was still surprised. "But…how did you know Ash?" May asked in surprise that the Rainbow Hero knew the whole time that she never had an interest in battles.
"Haha, you're very bad at keeping a secret that's why". Ash chuckled as May blushed red in embarrassment, before she sighed. "Ash is right, I do wanna be a coordinator. From the start, I never really liked Pokémon. I just became a trainer to travel around, but all that's changed when I met Ash". May started to explain with a smile, as it was Ash's turn to be surprised.
"Me?" Ash asked in confusion with Pikachu just as confused as his best friend. "Pika?" Pikachu said in confusion at May's words. "You taught me how wonderful Pokémon are and how amazing going on a journey was. Now I love all kinds of Pokémon. Torchic, Wurmple, Pikachu…and I'm so glad I met you, otherwise I wouldn't have been able to learn how to love Pokémon". May explained to Ash, Max and Brock on what she meant.
Ash now looked embarrassed a little at how he impacted May's life. "Wow, I'm really flattered". Ash said with an embarrassed look on his face. "But if you really want to be a coordinator, you're gonna have to train hard for it''. Brock said with a smile on his face.
"And if you ever need help, I'll lead a hand in any way I can". Ash added with a smile as May flushed at the Rainbow Hero's words. "Thanks Ash". May thanked the Rainbow Hero, who smiled back at her as he got up from his chair. "Now that that's all taken care for, let's get going to the Rustbro Gym". Ash said with a smirk on his face.
"Pika-pi!" Pikachu cried out as he jumped onto Ash's shoulder. "Alright Ash, let us just finish up". Brock told the Rainbow Hero as they all continued their breakfast. Soon the gang were on their way to the gym, which was next to the school from yesterday. "So this is the Rustbro Gym…'' Brock said in interest at the gym's design.
"This is Roxanne's Gym". May said in amazement at the gym. "It's nothing like the Petalburg Gym, that's for sure". Max pointed out, remembering how his dad's gym was designed. "Time to have some fun''. Ash said with a smirk on his face. "Pika". Pikachu said in agreement to what his partner said.
The gang entered the gym and saw people on the battlefield, looking as if they were working on it. The field seemed like a rocky-based battlefield like the one back at the Johto League Silver Conference. "Awesome". May said in amazement at the battlefield. "Wow, look at that battlefield!" Max called out in excitement.
"Yeah I can't imagine a better battlefield for Rock Pokémon". Brock said in an impressed tone. "Good morning folks. You must be Ash from Pallet Town and May from Petalburg City, am I right?" A young man greeted the gang with a smile. "Right". Ash and May replied to the young man.
"Teacher, your challengers are here for their battle!" The young man called out. Up in the stands is the Rustboro Gym Leader, Roxanne. "Welcome! I have to say I'm so very happy that you both are beginning your Hoenn Region experience in my own Rustboro Gym. This is really quite an honor for me". Roxanne greeted Ash and May with a smile. "Thanks Roxanne!" Ash replied to Roxanne with a smile on his face.
"Except, I'm kinda…" May hesitated before she began explaining to Roxanne that she now has her own dream to follow. "I see. So you've decided to become a Pokémon Coordinator instead May". Roxanne said in understanding at hearing May's explanation. "Yes". May replied to the Gym leader.
"People choose different ways of interacting with Pokémon. Good luck with your choice". Roxanne explained to May with a smile that she returned. "Thank you Roxanne". May replied to the Gym leader. "Ash, are you ready for our battle?" Roxanne asked the Rainbow Hero, who nodded with a smirk. "Yep, all ready to go". Ash replied with a smirk on his face.
"Teacher, everything's ready!" The young man from before called out as Roxanne nodded in thanks. "All right thanks!" Roxanne thanked her students. "Wow, they call you teacher!" Brock said to Roxanne, who looked at him. "Yes. You see they're all students from the Trainer's School, Brock. They come here to work at the gym as interns and in the process of assisting me, they also gain valuable experience as trainers". Roxanne explained to Brock and the gang.
"Wow". Max said in an impressed tone. "Say Ash, would you mind if I made a videotape of our battle?" Roxanne asked the Rainbow Hero, who smiled at her. "No, I don't mind". Ash replied to the Gym Leader, having no problem. "Thanks. I like to use the videos in class. I found that if trainers are able to watch and study actual Gym Battles, it's a great way to learn". Roxanne thanked the Rainbow Hero for allowing this, making Ash smile at the idea.
"That's fine with me. I'll be happy to show your students the right way to battle and how to earn a badge in your gym!" Ash exclaimed in a confident tone, with Pikachu nodding confidently as his trainer and best friend. "Pika!" Pikachu called out, looking confident. "Ash, just don't get carried away". May told the Rainbow Hero. "I can tell that he's confident". Roxanne said with a confident smile.
Ash and Roxanne took their respective sides of the rocky battlefield.
One of Roxanne's students was acting as referee. "The battle between Gym Leader Roxanne and the challenger Ash from Pallet Town will now begin. This will be an elimination match with each trainer using two Pokémon. Only the challenger is allowed to substitute Pokémon during the match!" The young man called out as Ash tightened his gloves.
"Okay let's begin. Golem, I choose you!" Roxanne called out as she tossed her Poké Ball and in a white flash, appeared the Megaton Pokémon. Golem is a bipedal Pokémon with a spherical body covered by a shell of plated, green rocks. Its head protrudes from the center of the shell. The head has a flat snout with two pointed teeth in the lower jaw and red eyes. It has short arms that have three claws and two legs with feet that have four claws. The head and limbs are a light brown colour.
From the stands, Max was surprised at seeing a Golem. "No way, Roxanne is using a Golem!" Max called out in surprise at seeing Golem. "That's a Golem?" May asked as she used her Pokédex to scan the Rock and Ground type. "Golem the Megaton Pokémon. Golem is known for rolling down from mountains. To prevent them from rolling into the homes of people downhill, grooves have been dug into the sides of mountains to serve as guide ways for diverting this Pokémon's course". The Pokedex explained to May about Golem.
"Golem, huh. Guess I'll go with this!'' Ash called out as he tossed a Great Ball, releasing his shiny Phantump. "Phantump Phantump!" Phantump cried out, frowning at Golem. "Phantump huh? Interesting choice''. Roxanne said with a smile on her face. "Begin!" The young man called out as he raised the flags.
(Ash and Phantump V.S Roxanne and Golem)
"Golem, Steamroller!" Roxanne called out as Golem withdraw its head, legs and arms within its shell, before it jumped into the air and spun its body rapidly. Then, its outlines start to glow white as it charged at Phantump. "Phantump, use Protect!" Ash called out as a turquoise force field appeared in front of Phantump's body, protecting the Ghost Type from the rolling Golem and sending the Ground type back.
"It would appear that Golem will have to go faster! All right, use Rock Polish!" Roxanne called out as Golem's body sparked with light blue energy. "Good, now Iron Head!'' Roxanne called out once more as Golem's body was surrounded by a white aura, making it seem black and white, charging at Phantump again.
Ash and Phantump were silent as Golem started to get closer to the Ghost and Grass type, before the Rainbow Hero acted. "Now Phantump, Phantom Force!" Ash called out with narrowed eyes. "Phantump!" Phantump called out as he created a thin purple portal beneath itself and sunk into it as Golem passed through, slamming into a bolder.
"What!" Roxanne called out in surprise as Golem looked around, searching for Phantump. However, unknown to the Ground and Rock type was that another portal appeared behind him with Phantump coming out, before attacking Golem from behind, who let out a cry of pain.
"Nice Phantump!" Ash called out with a smile. "Pika-pi!" Pikachu cried out in joy for his friend as Roxanne narrowed her eyes. "Golem, Fire Punch!'' Roxanne called out as red-yellow flames surrounded Golem's right fist and it punched Phantump with it, making the Ghost and Grass type cry out in pain.
"Phantump!" Phantump cried out in pain as he was shot from the force of the attack, slamming into a bolder. "You okay Phantump?" Ash asked his Ghost and Grass type, who nodded. "All right Golem, Rock Slide go!" Roxanne called out as she held out her right hand as Golem created multiple white orbs of energy around himself. The orbs of energy then turn into large gray rocks with white outlines, before he flicked them forward as the rocks shot out at Phantump.
"Counter that with your own Rock Slide!" Ash called out as he held out his right hand as Phantump created multiple white orbs of energy around himself. The orbs of energy then turn into large gray rocks with white outlines before Phantump flicked them forward as the rocks shot out at Golem's Rock Slide attack with the two moves cancelling each other out and creating an explosion.
"Now Horn Leech!" Ash called out as Phantump's horns glow light green, before it charged towards Golem, landing a direct hit. "Golem, hang in there! Iron Head go!'' Roxanne called out as Golem's body was surrounded by a white aura again and charged, landing a direct hit. "Phantump!'' Phantump cried out as he was pushed back.
"Well done Golem, finish it with Fire Punch!'' Roxanne ordered as Golem's right fist was covered in flames before charging at Phantump. "Phantump, use a combination move of Phantom Force and Horn Leech!'' Ash called out as Phantump shot open his eyes as he created a thin purple portal beneath itself and sinks into it with Golem passing through.
Golem looked around in surprise as another portal appeared behind him with Phantump coming out, only his horns glowing light green before it charged towards Golem, landing a direct hit. "Golem!" Roxanne called out as Golem collapsed on its stomach with swirls in its eyes. "Golem is unable to battle, Phantump wins!" The young man called out as he held up the green flag, signaling Phantump's victory.
(Phantump wins)
May and Max cheered for Ash's victory while Brock smiled. "All right, he won!'' May cried out in joy that the Rainbow Hero won his first challenge. "Just one more and he'll win!'' Max called out in joy as well, having complete confidence in Ash. "Don't celebrate yet, one Pokémon could change the outcome''. Brock told May and Max, keeping his eyes on the battle.
"Way to go Phantump!" Ash called out with a smile on his face. "Pikachu!" Pikachu cried out happily for his friend. "Phantump!" Phantump cried out happily at making his trainer proud. Roxanne returned her Golem to its Poke Ball, before looking at Ash. "Well Ash, I must admit that I'm impressed, but now you face my strongest Pokémon! Go Probopass!" Roxanne called out as she threw her Poke Ball.
Out of the Poké Ball emerged a blue rock Pokémon. It had small eyes, a red nose that is large in proportion to its body, and a bushy mustache that consists of iron fillings.
Ash was impressed at the sight of this new Pokémon. "I haven't seen this Pokémon before". Ash said as he took out his Pokédex and scanned Probopass. "Probopass the Compass Pokémon. It exudes strong magnetism from all over. It controls three small units called Mini-Noses". The Pokedex explained to the Rainbow Hero.
"That's a great Pokémon you got there". Ash said to Roxanne in an impressed tone, making her smirk. "It is. Also Probopass is the evolved form of a Pokémon called Nosepass, and it is a Rock and Steel type Pokémon". Roxanne explained to Ash about Probopass.
"Terrific". Ash stated with narrowed eyes. "Phantump!" Phantump cried out, refusing to be intimidated by Probopass. "Begin!" The young man called out, rising up the flags again.
(Phantump V.S Probopass)
"Phantump, use Horn Leech!" Ash called out as Phantump's horns glowed light green, before it charged towards Probopass. "Use Sandstorm". Roxanne said with a smirk as Probopass created a sandstorm that surrounds its body, blocking Phantump and sending the Ghost and Grass type back.
"What the!" Ash called out in surprise that Phantump's Horn Leech was blocked. "Now Thunder Wave". Roxanne said as Probopass released rings of yellow electricity from one of its nose, striking Phantump. "Phantump!'' Phantump cried out in pain as electricity surrounded him. "Hang in there Phantump!'' Ash called out to his Ghost and Grass type.
"And checkmate, Flash Cannon". Roxanne said with a smile as Probopass created a white ball of energy in front of its nose, firing a white beam that stroke Phantump, creating an explosion. "Phantump!'' Ash called out in concern. "Pika pika!'' Pikachu cried out in concern for his friend.
The smoke from the explosion cleared to reveal Phantump on the ground with swirls in its eyes. "Phantump is unable to battle, Probopass wins!" The young man called out as he raised up the red flag.
(Probopass wins)
"Aww, and after Phantump tried so hard". May moaned out in sadness for the Ghost and Grass type. "All Ash has left is Snorlax and it's a bad match up". Max commented in concern for his friends, thinking that Ash was in trouble. "Type advantage doesn't win a battle, so believe in Ash''. Brock told the siblings, having faith in Ash.
Ash returned Phantump to his Great Ball, looking at it with a smile. "Phantump, you did great. Take a nice long rest''. Ash said to the Great Ball before he put it away and brought out a Poke Ball. "Snorlax, it's showtime!" Ash called out as he threw the Poke Ball, releasing the wide awake Normal type.
"Snorlax!" Snorlax cried out, standing on its two feet. "Hmmm, interesting choice''. Roxanne commented with an interested look on her face. "Snorlax V.S Probopass, begin!'' The young man called out as he raised up the flags again.
(Snorlax V.S Probopass)
"Probopass, use Thunder Wave!" Roxanne called out, holding out her right hand. "Probopass!'' Probopass called out as he released rings of yellow electricity from one of its nose, striking Snorlax in the stomach but the yellow electricity bounced off. "Huh!" Roxanna called out in surprise at seeing Thunder Wave deflected like that.
"How'd that just happened?'' May asked how Thunder Wave didn't work on Snorlax. "Snorlax are known for being one of the heaviest Pokémon and able to eat anything, plus even Thorns or a Mulk's poison so Thunder Wave is no problem for it". Brock explained to the siblings with a smile as Max watched in excitement.
"Snorlax, use High Horsepower!" Ash called out as Snorlax's body was surrounded by an orange aura, before he charged at Probopass, landing a direct hit and sending the Steel and Rock type smashing into a bolder. "Oh no, Probopass!" Roxanne called out in concern for her Rock and Steel type.
"Alright, that was a Ground type move!" Max called out in joy at seeing Snorlax land a direct hit. "Meaning that it'll be super effective against Probopass!" Brock added with a smile. "Go Ash!" May called out with a smile and blush.
"Use Sandstorm''. Roxanne said with a smirk as Probopass created a sandstorm that surrounded its body. "Fight through that with Ice Punch!'' Ash called out as Snorlax's right fist was covered in a light blue glow, before the Normal type punched the Sandstorm, freezing it up.
"Impossible!" Roxanne called out with wide eyes at seeing Snorlax freeze the Sandstorm. "There's more where that came from, Zen Headbutt!" Ash called out with a smirk as Snorlax's head and eyes glow blue and was surrounded in a light blue reflective shield. It then slammed its head into the Sandstorm, shattering it and sending Probopass back.
"Don't give in Probopass! Use Power Gem!"' Roxanne called out as Probopass's nose and Mini-Noses glowed white and fired a light-blue beam of energy with a bright white energy around it at Snorlax, creating an explosion. The smoke of the explosion cleared to reveal Snorlax…looking all right.
"It survived!?" Roxanne called out in surprise that her Pokémon's attack did so little. "My Snorlax can take a thousand hits and that won't be enough! So long as I believe in my Pokémon, they won't let me down! Use Focus Punch!" Ash called out, holding out his right hand. "Snorlax!" Snorlax cried out as his right fist glow light blue, before charging at Probopass.
"Quick, use Flash Cannon!'' Roxanne called out in concern as Probopass created white balls of energy in front of its nose and Mini-Noses, before firing white beams at the approaching Snorlax. The attacks hit, but didn't stop Snorlax as he kept charging, before landing a direct hit on Probopass, sending the Rock and Steel type smashing into a bolder.
"Probopass!" Roxanne called out as Probopass had swirls in its eyes. "Probopass is unable to battle, Snorlax wins! Victory of this match goes to Ash!" The young man called out as he raised up the green flag.
(Ash and Snorlax wins)
"Way to go Snorlax!'' Ash called out happily as he ran up to his Normal type, who gave the Rainbow Hero and Pikachu a bear hug. "Snorlax". Snorlax said happily as he continued to crush Ash and Pikachu's spines, who ignored the pain.
"Alright he won!" Max called out in joy for Ash's victory. "He's incredible!" May commented with a blush on her face. "Haha, he's got more surprises in store for you two!'' Brock laughed out, remembering how Ash hasn't told the two siblings his secret of being the Rainbow Hero yet.
Later outside the gym at the front door, Ash stood with May, Max and Brock next to him with Pikachu on his shoulder with Roxanne and her students standing in front of him. "Well Ash, that's a battle I won't forget anytime soon. I've learned a lot from our battle, so thanks for the great battle". Roxanne thanked the Rainbow Hero for the battle.
"Thanks, I've learned from you as well''. Ash replied to the Rock-type Gym Leader with a smile. "I'm sure that my students learned from your fighting spirit and bond with your Pokémon as well. I present a worthy trainer such as you with this Stone Badge". Roxanne said as she held out a Stone Badge to the Rainbow Hero, who accepted it.
"Thanks a lot Roxanne". Ash thanked Roxanne as he looked at the badge that he was holding with his left hand. "One down, seven more to go''. Ash said with a smile on his face, looking at his new badge with a smile as his friends surround him to look at his new badge.
Did I do great. Anyway, next chapter I'll skip some episodes, but I absolutely promise next chapter after the next one is where Ash reunites with Verity and Sorrel. Don't worry, I'll start at the part where Ash and the gang arrives at Dewford town. And that'll be where May asks Ash on a date. See ya soon.
