Long time no see everyone! Sorry for the bit wait, I won't make a single excuse. I have a few things to say thought. One, after watching the new Pokemon show, I changed how Ash caught Dragonair and Gengar so that they would be the same ones Ash caught in the show. Two, I think I'm on thin ice because I have no idea what Pokemon Ash will catch next and it'll be more troublesome if it is a Pokemon I had Ash catch already.
And 3, I don't like Go. I mean come on! He's catching Pokemon all for the sole purpose of completing the Pokedax and making unnecessary catches. Like for an example, he caught the whole Butterfree and Beedrill line when all he needed to do was catch a Caterpie and Weedle and train them. And worse, he doesn't train his other Pokemon and thinks he can catch Mew. I really hope he fails. He just saw Mew as a child, but didn't make a bond with it or anything. Did he really think Mew will just let him catch him.
I may sound harsh, but that's how I feel. Now for some questions answered.
Guest: I may need to think of a way for the people in The Power of Us to reappear.
Blazing Chaos: I'll deal with him.
Pokemon fan: Don't worry, the girls will be friends and rivals.
9479: I rewrite the first 3 chapters of my Arc V story. Check them out.
Colton Fox: Sure.
All the questions have been answered. Also I just gotta say this. No, no one is gonna catch Jigglypuff. She'l remain wild for the whole story. I kinda hope to see her in Sword and Shield soon. Also, do you think I should have Ash stop catching Pokemon, or continue? Answer in a review. Now enjoy the chapter.
Chapter 16: I choose you.
It has been 2 hours since Ash, Verity and Sorrel reunited in the flower field thanks to Ho-oh, who lead the Rainbow Hero there. The three old friends, plus their partner Pokémon, caught up with each other for the lost time.
Ash learned that his crush Verity came to Hoenn to become a Pokémon coordinator, while Sorrel came to learn about the Legendary Pokémon. Verity and Sorrel met Latios, Latias and Marshadow, who they all got along well with each other. Remembering the promise they kept, Ash challenged his two friends to a battle.
Verity and Sorrel accepted with the Veilstone trainer going first to battle the Rainbow Hero. The two had a great battle together using six Pokémon each, but the victor was the Rainbow Hero. The two friends showed great sportsmanship to each other after the battle by shaking hands.
Now Ash only had his battle with Verity left, but all of his Pokémon were exhausted from their intense battle against Sorrel. The gang of friends decided to head to the Pokémon Center to rest up and prepare for the second battle. Which now leads us to where we are.
"So Ash, I thought after what happened with Ho-oh, you were done being the Rainbow Hero. How come you're still the Rainbow Hero?" Sorrel asked, looking at his old friend with confusion. The three friends were sitting around the table, waiting for Nurse Joy to finish healing their Pokémon.
Despite not battling, Verity asked Nurse Joy to heal her Pokémon, wanting them to be in top shape for their battle against the Rainbow Hero. To pass the time, Verity and Sorrel decided to talk to their friend about why Pokémon were still calling him the Rainbow Hero.
"So did I. However, after a year of travelling, I learned there was more to the Rainbow Hero than originally thought''. Ash replied to his friend, taking a sip from his cold drink, making Verity and Sorrel curious.
"What do you mean, Ash?" Verity asked her crush in wonder, wanting to know what he meant. Ash took a deep breath before he looked at his two friends. "The Rainbow Hero is the one destined to unite both humans and Pokémon together and create a new path to the future for both. It is also said that he will cross paths with the Pokémon of legend, forming bonds with each of them that will serve as the link for both humans and Pokémon to truly understand one another someday". Ash explained to his two friends the legend of the Rainbow Hero.
To say the least, both Verity and Sorrel were looking at their friend in complete disbelief. Never would they have imagined that their friend would have such a great responsibility placed upon his shoulders. "Ash Ketchum, Verity Awadetsu and Sorrel Kaede, please come to the front desk!'' Nurse Joy announced, getting the three friends to look at the speaker on the wall that she used to call the trainers waiting.
"We'll continue this conversation later. Let's go get our Pokémon''. Ash said as he stood up from his seat, which Verity and Sorrel nodded to him in agreement. The three friends left the table and went to the front desk, where Nurse Joy gave them their healed Pokémon back.
"How ya doing, you two?'' Ash asked Pikachu and Espeon, kneeling down in front of them. Behind Ash, Verity had Piplup in her hands, hugging the Water Type while Sorrel was talking to Lucario, asking if he was fully healed.
"Thank you Nurse Joy!'' Verity thanked the Pokémon Nurse, who smiled happily at her. "It was my pleasure. Take good care of them''. Nurse Joy told the three friends, who nodded to her.
Nurse Joy walked away, leaving the three friends alone with their Pokémon. "Now that our Pokémon are healed, you two ready for your battle?'' Sorrel asked his two friends. Verity nodded to him, while Ash shook his head. "I need to go make a few changes first''. Ash replied, before he walked away with Pikachu and Espeon following him.
Verity, Piplup, Sorrel and Lucario waited for their friends outside the Pokémon Center for 10 minutes, before they finally came out, except Espeon wasn't with them. "We're ready!'' Ash exclaimed with a smirk, making his friends smile at him.
"Do you mind if we have our battle at the beach? I kinda don't want to wreak the flowers anymore than we already have''. Verity requested, getting Ash and Sorrel to look at her, before they looked at each other and nodded. "Sure, it'd be nice''. Ash said to Verity, making the Twinleaf Town girl smile happily at him.
The three friends began walking into the forest to find a private place for Ash and Verity's battle with the three friends and Pokémon having a happy conversation. However, all of that stopped when they spotted Team Rocket's balloon in the air.
"Oh great, it's them''. Ash groaned with a sigh as he placed his right hand on his forehead. "You know who that is?'' Verity asked her crush, facing him along with Sorrel. "Those guys are Team Rocket. They're a bunch of losers whose been chasing me for 2 years now, trying to steal Pikachu. Turns out, they followed us during our adventure to Mount Tensei''. Ash explained to his friends about Team Rocket.
Verity and Sorrel looked a little surprised at Ash's words. "Wow. Anything else we should know?'' Verity asked the Rainbow Hero. "They have a talking Meowth with them''. Ash replied to the Twinleaf Town girl, making his two friends, along with Lucario and Piplup gasp in surprise.
"A talking Meowth!? Incredible! I have to see this Meowth myself!'' Sorrel exclaimed in excitement, making Ash smirk. "Don't worry, you'll get your chance soon''. Ash told his old friend, before he brought out a Poke Ball.
"Grovyle, Leaf Blade!'' Ash called out as he threw his Poke Ball, releasing the evolved Grass Type. "Grovyle!'' Grovyle called out as the three leaves on his forearms glowed light green and combine into two long sharp blades.
Grovyle shot out like a bullet towards Team Rocket's balloon, slicing it in half, making the three losers let out cries of surprise. The balloon went crazy, flying out of control. But unexpectedly, Bluk Berries came falling down from the balloon.
"Those are Bluk Berries!'' Sorrel called out in surprise as Ash and Verity took notice of the falling Berries. "Piplup, catch them!'' Verity cried out as she threw her partner Pokémon to the Berries. "Piplup, piplup!'' Piplup cried out as she flapped her wings and caught the branch that the berries were hanging from.
"Way to go, Piplup!'' Ash praised the Water Type as Grovyle caught the Penguin Pokémon and landed near his trainer. Team Rocket's balloon smashed right into the ground in front of the three old friends, but the three losers looked perfectly fine as they jumped out.
"Hey!'' Meowth cried out in rage. "Our gateway was going really well, until you-!'' Jessie started before she, James and Meowth stopped when they saw that Ash wasn't alone and had Verity and Sorrel with him.
"Please tell me that I'm seeing things?'' James asked Jessie and Meowth, hopping that Ash's old friends weren't really here. "No Jimmy boy, we're all seeing the same thing''. Meowth replied to the rich boy. "Suddenly I'm starting to feel really intimidated''. Jessie said as she, along with James and Meowth started taking steps back in fear.
However, Jessie started shaking her face sideways, getting her grip. "You know what, who cares that those two are back! Get those Bluk Berries! Go Seviper!'' Jessie called out as she threw her Poke Ball, releasing the Poison Type. "Seviper!'' Seviper cried out as it appeared.
"Oh okay. Go Cacnea!'' James called out as he threw his Poke Ball. The white beam shot out of the device, only to suddenly redirect to James. The beam disappeared to reveal Cacnea, who was hugging James happily, brining pain to the rich boy. "Cacnea!'' Cacnea cried out happily as he continued to bring the pain to its trainer.
"So they want a battle, huh? Fine then! Go Luxray!'' Sorrel called out as he threw his Quick Ball, releasing the Electric Type. "Luxray!'' Luxray roared out, ready to battle. "I am so not missing out on this! Mismagius, battle dance!'' Verity called out as she brought out and threw a Dusk Ball.
The dark green device released a purple like Ghost Type . "Mismagius!'' The Ghost Type cried out with a smile on its face. "Seviper, Poison Tail!'' Jessie commanded her Poison Type, who let out a hiss as its tail glowed purple before it charged at Mismagius.
"Mismagius, counter attack with Mystical Fire!'' Verity called out with a smile on her face. "Mismagius!'' Mismagius called out as it began to wave one of its extensions in a circle, forming a ring of red-orange fire in front of itself. Mismagius then releases a red-orange stream of fire from its mouth at Seviper, landing a direct hit and sending the Poison Type back.
"My Seviper!'' Jessie called out in surprise. "Cacnea, Needle Arm!'' James commanded his Pokemon, which the Dark and Grass Type's right arm glowed white before it jumped at Luxray. "Luxray, fight back with Wild Charge!'' Sorrel cried out, holding his right hand out.
"Luxray!'' Luxray roared out as its whole body was covered in electricity before it charged, slamming right into Cacnea, cancelling out Needle Arm. "Ahh! My Cacnea!'' James gasped out in concern for his Pokémon.
"If ya want something done right, do it yourself! Have a taste of my Fury Swipes!'' Meowth called out as his claws came out and joined the battle. "Oh please, like I'm intimidated! Grovyle, Drain Punch!'' Ash commanded as he held out his right fist. A black orb with blue-white sparkles, outlined in green, surrounded Grovyle's left fist as it leaped and socked Meowth in the face.
"Owie!'' Meowth screamed out as he landed next to the knocked out Seviper and Cacnea. "The twerp alone was powerful enough, but with those two, it's almost impossible now!'' James screamed out in fear as Luxray, Lucario, Pikachu, Grovyle, Piplup and Mismagius all glared at the trembling two humans.
"C-C-Can't we just resolve this peacefully?'' Jessie politely asked Ash, Verity and Sorrel, hoping to walk away unharmed. "No!'' Ash, Sorrel and Verity shouted out at the same time. "Pikachu, Thunderbolt!/ Lucario, Aura Sphere!/ Piplup, Hydro Pump!'' All three old friends shouted out.
Pikachu unleashed Thunderbolt, Lucario fired Aura Sphere and Piplup unleashed a powerful stream of water with white rings of water around it from it at Team Rocket. The three attacks combined together, creating an electrical Hydrop Pump with an Aura Sphere inside it.
The combined attack created an explosion when it made contact on the ground, sending Team Rocket shooting into the sky faster than the speed of light. "Oh the humiliation!'' Jessie screamed out in anger. "Well, we gave it our best shot''. James sighed in defeat. "And look what that got us!'' Meowth snapped at the rich boy. "Wobbuffet!'' The Psychic type cried out as he came out of his Poke Ball.
"WE'RE BLASTING OFF AGAIN!'' Team Rocket shouted out their usual goodbye. "Wobbuffet!'' Wobbuffet cried out as Team Rocket fully disappeared from view.
"For some reason, I really enjoyed that''. Verity told her friends, watching Team Rocket blast off. "Same here. For some reason, I felt some satisfaction sending them flying to who knows where''. Sorrel replied to Verity, feeling the same as her. "Piplup pi''. The water starter Pokémon said as she jumped back into her partner's arms, handing her the Bluk Berries.
"What did those losers want with those berries anyway?'' Ash asked in wonder as Verity held Piplup with her left hand, while she held the berries with her right hand. "I don't know. Maybe they were hungry''. Verity replied to her crush, looking at the berries that she was holding.
"Ash!'' Three familiar voices called out, getting Ash, Verity, Sorrel and their Pokémon's attention as they looked to see Brock, May, Max, Torchic and Beautifly running (Flying for Beautifly) up to them. "Oh, hey guys! What's up?'' Ash greeted his friends as they stopped in front of Ash and his old friends.
"Have you seen Team Rocket? They just stole-?'' May began to ask the Rainbow Hero, before she noticed the Bluk Berries in Verity's hands. May, Max and Brock took notice of Verity and Sorrel and their Pokémon, who were looking at them in surprise.
"Ash, who are these two?" Max asked the Rainbow Hero, who smiled as he held his right hand out, gesturing to Sorrel and Verity. "These are my old friends Verity and Sorrel. Guys, these are my friends Max, Brock, and May". Ash said, introducing his two friends to his current traveling companions.
Brock, Max and May were all surprised to see Ash's first traveling companions alongside him, and in Hoenn of all places. "Hi everyone''. Verity greeted Ash's friends happily. "Piplup!'' Piplup cried out, introducing herself. "Mismagius". Mismagius softly greeted May, Max and Brock, floating next to her trainer.
"Nice to meet you all''. Sorrel greeted, giving a short bow to Ash's new friends. "Rrraaa''. Lucario greeted, smiling at Torchi and Beautifly. "Luxray.'' Luxray softly growled, greeting them as well.
"Likewise. Ash has told me a lot about you guys". Brock said, shaking Sorrel's hand, before his eyes then focused on Verity. "And I've gotta say Verity, you're way cuter than what Ash said". Brock teased, causing Ash and Verity to blush.
"Wow, I've never seen these Pokémon before!" Max exclaimed in awe, looking at Lucario and Luxray. The two Pokémon smiled at the young 8-year-old. "And this one is so cute!" May squealed, looking at Piplup. "I'd bet he'd do great in contests". May continued, getting Verity's attention and Piplup annoyed. "Oh, are you a Pokémon coordinator?" Verity asked May, who looked at the brunette with a smile.
"Yes, why do you ask?" May replied to the Twinleaf girl, wondering why she asked that. "Because I'm one too". Verity told May with a smile, making her widen her eyes in surprise. "Really?'' May asked in excitement, not noticing Drew watching her and her friends a little bit away with his Roselia.
"Yeah. Here's proof, my two ribbons''. Verity replied to May as she brought out her Ribbon Case and showed her two ribbons to May. "Oh wow, two Ribbons!'' May gushed out in awe, looking at Verity's Ribbons. "That's impressive''. Brock commented with a smile on his face.
"So, what'd you guys want with Team Rocket?'' Ash asked his friends, curious on why they were looking for those three idiots. Brock explained to his friend on how they met a man named Mr. Big, who is a Pokémon Contest expert.
Mr. Big is also in charge on doing fireworks for tonight using special berries, but May's Torchic ate the Bluk Berries that were meant for the fireworks. May offered to find the Bluk Berries to replace the ones her Torchic ate. After a while, Torchic found some Bluk Berries, but had trouble getting them. Before May had a chance to get them, Drew showed up and caught them.
Drew challenged May to a battle for the Bluk Berries, which she accepted. May used her Beautifly, while Drew used his Roselia. The battle was pretty much one-sided, but when Drew was about to finish May off, her counterattack started. However, before the match could continue, Team Loser showed up and stole the Bluk Berries and tried to escape.
"So that's what you guys have been up to since I was gone. Guess it was a good thing we saw those losers then''. Ash said to his friends after Brock finished his explanation. "I agree with you on that Ash. Here''. Verity said as she handed the Bluk Berries over to May.
"Thank you''. May thanked Verity as she looked at the Bluk Berries with a happy smile. "Mr. Big is gonna be so happy when he sees these Bluk Berries''. May said with a happy smile as her Torchic jumped up and down next to her. "That is if you defeat him''. Sorrel said as he pointed at Drew, getting everyone's attention as they finally noticed the green-haired Coordinator.
"I heard everything you guys said. If what you say is true, you can keep the Bluk Berries''. Drew said as he turned to walk away. "Really? Thanks Drew!'' May thanked her new rival with a smile, who just waved at her without looking as he and his Roselia left.
"Let's go take these Berries to Mr. Big. Then he'll be able to get the fireworks ready for tonight!" May exclaimed in excitement to see fireworks. "You guys go ahead. We'll catch up with you''. Verity told Ash's current traveling companions, getting them confused. "What about you guys?'' Max asked in confusion, wondering why they won't be joining them.
"We just have something to take care of, then we'll come find you guys''. Ash told his friends before he began to walk off with Verity, Sorrel and their Pokémon, leaving May, Max, Brock, Torchic and Beautifly looking confused.
After 10 minutes of looking, the group of old friends found an isolated part of the beach, perfect for Ash and Verity's battle. Ash and Pikachu were standing a bit away from Verity and Piplup, while Sorrel and Lucario were watching from the side.
"You ready for this, Ash?'' Verity asked her old friend with a smirk on her face. "I was born ready!'' Ash replied to the Twinleaf girl with a smirk on his face. "Well then, let's get this underway! Milotic, battle dance!'' Verity called out as she threw a Dive Ball, releasing the beautiful Water type.
However this wasn't an ordinary Milotic. It was a shiny female one with beautiful light blue hair. Milotic let out a beautiful cry as it leaped into the open waters. "So that one's a Water Type. Fighting on the land while it stays in the water would give me the disadvantage. So I'll go with this''. Ash said to himself as he brought out a Lure Ball.
"Alright Feraligatr, go!'' Ash called out as he threw the Lure Ball, releasing the fully evolved Water Type. "Feraligatr!'' The Water type roared out as it stretched out its arms. "A Feraligatr! Very impressive, I must say''. Sorrel commented with a smile at the sight of the fully evolved starter. "Rrraaa rrraaa''. Lucario said in agreement to what his partner said.
"What's say we kick this thing off?'' Verity asked her friend with a smirk on her face. "Fine with me!'' Ash replied to the Twinleaft girl with a smirk of his own.
(Ash and Feraligatr, plus 5 more V.S Verity and Milotic, plus 5 more)
"Let's kick this off in a special way! Use Dragon Dance!'' Ash called out as Feraligatr glowed dark red as his attack power and speed increased. "Milotic, attack with Iron Tail!'' Verity commanded as Milotic's tail glows white before she leaped at Feraligatr.
"Two can play that game! Feraligatr, fight back with your Iron Tail!'' Ash called out with a smirk on his face. Feraligatr's tail glowed white as he clashed against Milotic's tail with his own. The two Water types had a power struggle for a few seconds before Feraligatr overpowered Milotic, sending her back into the ocean.
"That didn't go well''. Verity commented in concern for her Milotic. "Feraligatr, into the water!'' Ash commanded his fully evolved starter. "Feraligatr!'' The fully evolved Water starter cried out as he ran to the ocean, before diving in.
"That's not good. Milotic, out of the water!'' Verity commanded as Milotic leaped out of the water and floated in front of her Trainer. Feraligatr came out as well and stood a few feet away from Milotic. "I can see the battle a lot better like this! Feraligatr, Dragon Claw, go!'' Ash commanded as he held out his right hand with his index finger out.
Feraligatr's claws glowed light green before it charged at Milotic, roaring. Despite the situation, Verity was smirking. "Milotic, Hypnosis''. Verity said with a smirk as Ash widened his eyes. Milotic's eyes glowed yellow with Feraligatr unfortunately looking at the shiny Pokémon's eyes.
Feraligatr started to get drowsy before it fell to the ground, fast asleep. "Terrific''. Ash stated with a frown on his face. "Mud Shot, go!'' Verity called out with a smirk. Milotic fired multiple balls of mud from its mouth at the sleeping Feraligatr, striking the Water Type. "Feraligatr, wake up!'' Ash yelled out to his Water Type, who continued to snore away.
"Quick, while Feraligatr's asleep, use Iron Tail!'' Verity commanded with a smirk. Milotic's tail glowed white before it charged at the sleeping Feraligatr. "Alright Feraligatr, you had your nap time! Time to get back into the battle and fight back with Dragon Claw!'' Ash called out to Feraligatr, who shot open its eyes.
Faster than the eye could follow, Feraligatr got back on his feet and caught Milotic's Iron Tail with its right hand, making both Milotic and Verity gasp in surprise. Feraligatr's left claw glowed light green before it attack, sending Milotic flying before it smashed into the ground.
"You okay Milotic?'' Verity asked in concern. "Piplup piplup?'' Piplup asked her fellow Water Type in concern as well. Milotic didn't speak, but gave her trainer a smile to ease her concern. "Okay Milotic, return for now''. Verity said as she returned her Milotic to her Dive Ball.
Putting the Dive Ball away, Verity brought out a Nest Ball. "Tangrowth, battle dance!'' Verity called out as she threw her Nest Ball, releasing the Grass Type who cried out its name proudly. "A Grass Type''. Ash said as he narrowed his eyes at Tangrowth.
(Tangrowth V.S Feraligatr)
"Giga Drain!'' Verity called out with a smirk on her face. Tangrowth's arms shot out, glowing green as they wrapped around Feraligatr before starting to drain its power, causing the evolved Water Type to cry out in pain. "We're not going down from just one attack! Feraligatr, Aqua Jet!'' Ash called out as he held out his right fist.
"Feraligatr!'' Feraligatr roared out its name as its body was surrounded by water before it shot out towards Tangrowth, striking the Grass Type hard and forcing it to let go of the Water Type. "Aqua Jet didn't do much damage, but it forced Tangrowth to let Feraligatr go''. Sorrel commented with his arms crossed.
"We've got more tricks where that came from! Tangrowth, Shock Wave!'' Verity commanded. Tangrowth narrowed its eyes as the Grass Type held its arms in front of him. A light blue ball appeared between Tangrowth's hands before light blue electricity shot out of it.
Shock Wave landed a direct hit, zapping the Water Type who closed his eyes in pain. "Hang in there, Feraligatr! Use Dragon Dance!'' Ash called out to his Water Type, who glowed dark red again before he shook off the electricity. "Now Iron Tail!'' Ash continued as Feraligatr's tail glowed white before it charged at Tangrowth fast.
"Quickly Tangrowth, Double Team!'' Verity cried out. Tangrowth's body glowed white, before it created multiple copies of itself. "Hit the ground!'' Ash suddenly commanded, holding his right hand out. Feraligatr obeyed Ash and hit the ground with Iron Tail hard, kicking up lots of sand that hit all the Tangrowth doubles.
The real Tangrowth got sand in its eyes, causing the Grass Type to cry out in surprise as both Verity and Sorrel's eyes went wide. "What the! How did he do that?'' Verity questioned in surprise at the unexpected turn of advents. "Ash used the field to his advantage! Looks like he learned to use moves to not just attack'' Sorrel said with an impressed look on his face.
"Iron Tail, again!'' Ash ordered, holding out his left hand. "Feraligatr!'' The fully evolved Water Type roared out as he spun around, slamming his glowing tail against Tangrowth's face. Tangrowth was sent flying from the force of the attack, smashing onto the ground in front of Verity.
"Get up. I know you can do it Tangrowth''. Verity tried to encourage her Grass Type to continue battling. Tangrowth got back on its feet, but was taking deep breaths. "Let's give it one more try. Giga Impact!'' Verity commanded, holding out her right hand. Tangrowth started running towards Feraligatr with a purple aura with yellow stripes of aura spiralling around it surrounding the Grass Type.
"Finally going with a straight forward attack, huh? In that case, let's use a combination move! Feraligatr, use both Dragon Claw and Aqua Jet!'' Ash called out as he held out his right fist. Feraligatr's claws glowed green before is body was surrounded by water and shot out like a jet.
Feraligatr held out his claws to the side for the Dragon Claw attack to be seen. Both Feraligatr and Tangrowth made contact, creating an explosion that forced everyone to cover their eyes. The smoke from the explosion covered the two Pokemon from view for a minute before it cleared.
Feraligatr was still standing, but Tangrowth was flat on its back with swirls in its eyes, unable to continue battling. "All right, way to go Feraligatr!'' Ash praised his Water Type, who let out a cry of victory.
(Victor: Feraligatr)
"Ash got the first victory, but this battle isn't over yet''. Sorrel commented as Verity returned Tangrowth to its Nest Ball. "You did awesome Tangrowth. Take a good rest''. Verity praised her Grass Type for giving its best effort before she put the Nest Ball away and brought out her Dive Ball.
"Okay, let's try one more time Milotic!'' Verity called out as she threw the Dive Ball, releasing the shiny Water Type, who glared at Feraligatr. "Here we go again''. Ash stated with narrowed eyes.
(Feraligatr V.S Milotic)
"Aqua Jet!'' Ash commanded, holding out his right hand. Water surrounded Feraligatr's body before the fully evolved Water Type shot out like a jet towards Milotic, who actually dodged it with easy. "How the!'' Ash called out in surprise as Verity winked at him.
"Milotic's much faster than you think! Milotic, Hypnosis!'' Verity cheerfully called out with a smile. Milotic's eyes glowed yellow as Feraligatr looked back at the shiny Pokémon, looking straight into the eyes. Like last time, the fully evolved Water Type fell asleep. "Come on! Again!? Are you kidding me?!'' Ash called out at seeing Feraligatr fall asleep again.
"Mud Shot!'' Verity cheerfully called out. Milotic fired multiple balls of mud from its mouth at the sleeping Feraligatr, striking the Water Type, who was now starting to look hurt. "Come on Feraligatr, wake up!'' Ash called out in hopes to awaken his sleeping Water Type, but sadly it didn't work.
"Time for the big finish! Milotic, Hyper Beam!'' Verity called out, adding in a wink. Milotic fired a dark purple and black beam of energy from its mouth at Feraligatr, causing an explosion when it made contact.
Smoke covered Feraligatr for a few seconds before it cleared to reveal the fully evolved Water starter lying on its stomach with swirls in its eyes. "Alright, way to go Milotic!'' Verity praised her shiny Pokémon, who smiled at her trainer's words.
(Victor: Milotic)
Ash returned Feraligatr to its Lure Ball, before looking at the small device with a smile. "You did your best out there pal, take a good rest''. Ash praised his old friend for his efforts before he put the Lure Ball away. "Whatever you throw at us, we're ready for it, Ash!" Verity exclaimed, giving the Rainbow Hero the 'bring it' sign with her left hand.
"You're pretty confidant right now, but that'll change soon''. Ash said as he brought out a Poke Ball with his right hand. "Go, Grovyle!'' Ash called out as he threw the Poke Ball, releasing Wood Gecko Pokémon. "Grovyle". Grovyle said as he brought out his twig and placed it in his mouth
"Great, now I'm at a disadvantage". Verity groaned out at seeing the Grass Type. "Piplup pip!" Piplup cried out at Verity, getting her attention. "You're right! If Ash won at a type disadvantage, so can I!'' Verity exclaimed with a smirk on her face.
(Grovyle V.S Milotic)
"Milotic, Iron Tail!'' Verity commanded, holding out her right hand. Milotic's tail glowed white before it charged at Grovyle. "Dodge it, then Leaf Blade!'' Ash called out to his Grass Type. Grovyle effortlessly dodged the Iron Tail, before he slashed Milotic with his glowing Leaf Blade attack, causing the Water Type to cry out in pain.
"Oh no, Milotic!'' Verity exclaimed in concern for the Tender Pokemon, who started breathing heavily. "Finish it with Energy Ball!'' Ash commanded, holding his right hand out. "Grovyle!'' The Grass Type cried out as it fires an orb of light green energy at Milotic, creating an explosion that covered the Water Type from view.
The smoke from the explosion cleared to reveal the shiny Tender Pokémon knocked out with swirls in her eyes. "That was a quick knock out''. Ash stated as Verity returned Milotic to her Dive Ball. "Pika pi pikachu''. Pikachu said to his partner, having been standing next to him this whole time.
"Yeah you're probably right. Feraligatr probably tired Milotic out for Grovyle to get an easy victory''. Ash replied to his partner, understanding the Electric Type.
(Victor: Grovyle)
"Milotic, you did great. Take a long rest''. Verity praised her Water Type for giving it her best effort before she put the Dive Ball away. Verity brought out a Poke Ball, looking at it with a smirk before looking at Ash. "Hey Ash! Remember this girl?'' Verity questioned the Rainbow Hero, who looked confused.
Verity kissed the Poke Ball before throwing it. "Lapras, battle dance!'' Verity called out as the Poke Ball released a white beam that went straight into the water. The beam disappeared to reveal Verity's Lapras, who let out a happy female cry.
"I remember her. She helped us get away from the angry mob of Primeape''. Ash said in realization, remembering the Water and Ice Type now. "Yup. Only unlike last time, she isn't helping you now''. Verity said with a smirk on her face.
(Lapras V.S Grovyle)
"Lapras, Ice Beam!'' Verity called out with a smile. The Transport Pokémon open its mouth as a light blue ball forms in front of Lapras's mouth before a light blue beam shoot out of it at Grovyle, who jumped back, dodging the attack. The Ice beam hit the ground, freezing it a bit.
"It's too dangerous to keep Grovyle out here to battle''. Ash stated as he returned Grovyle to his Poke Ball. "Who are you gonna send out next?! Pikachu?'' Verity questioned the Rainbow hero, curious on what his next Pokémon is.
Ash smirked at Verity as he brought out a Poke Ball. "Why not look for yourself!'' Ash cried out as he threw his Poke Ball, releasing his Pokémon into the water. Ash's choice of Pokémon made Verity and Piplup gasp, Sorrel and Lucario widen their eyes and Verity's Lapras to blush a little.
Ash chose…his own Lapras.
Ash's Lapras let out a happy cry, before he caught sight of Verity's Lapras. Lapras blushed at seeing the female Lapras, thinking she was beautiful. "You have your own Lapras, Ash?! Why didn't you tell me?" Verity asked Ash, looking at his Water and Ice Type with a happy smile.
"I never had the chance. I made friends with lapras when I was traveling the Orange Islands in Kanto. I helped him search for his family and reunited him with his mother. We had to say goodbye for a while, but we met up back in Johto and he re-joined the team and stayed with me this time''. Ash explained to Verity about how he met and captured his Lapras.
"The Orange Islands? I haven't heard of that place before''. Sorrel said to himself as he looked down in thought. "Rrraaa rraa''. Lucario spoke, getting Sorrel's attention. The Fighting and Steel Type pointed at the two Water and Ice Types, getting the Veilstone boy to look and see that the two Lapras were avoiding each other's gazes and had deep blushes on their faces.
Sorrel chuckled at the sight. 'Would you look at that, like trainer, like Pokémon. Like Ash and Verity, those two are in love'. Sorrel thought to himself in amusement. Like their friend, Ash and Verity noticed their Pokémon avoiding each other's gaze and had deep blushes on their face.
"No way. Is Lapras…in love?' Ash thought to himself in surprise that his Lapris fell in love with Verity's Lapras. 'This was…unexpected, talk about love on the battlefield'. Verity thought to herself, wasn't expecting something like this to happen.
"Pika pi?'' Pikachu asked in confusion, wondering what's gonna happen now. Ash looked at Pikachu before he looked at Lapras, considering switching him out now. However, Lapras looked at Ash and shook his head as if he was saying 'no' to letting someone else battle. "Are you sure? I mean, it's obvious you like her?'' Ash asked his Water and Ice Type if he was sure.
Lapras spoke, but instead of his usual cry, Ash heard Lapras's voice. 'She's beautiful, that's without a doubt. But family comes first. You brought me out to battle and that's what I intend to do'. Lapras said to his trainer, refusing to back down from a battle.
Ash still looked uncertain, but he smiled at Lapras. "Alright, I'm counting on you Lapras!'' Ash exclaimed, which the Water and Ice Type let out a battle cry. Verity's Lapras saw the determination in Ash's Lapras's eyes, making her smile before she gave a cry at her trainer.
"That a girl! You save the romance stuff for later, right now we've got a battle to win!'' Verity called out with a smile. "Piplup pi!'' Piplup cried out for her fellow Water Type.
"Ice Beam, go!'' Both Ash and Verity called out at the same time. Both Lapras fired Ice Beam at each other, creating an explosion that released an ice-cold air. "Wow, that's cold''. Verity stated as she was rubbing her hands against each other to stay warm. "Not to self: careful battling an Ice Type with your own Ice Type''. Ash said to himself as he blew on his hands.
The explosion cleared to reveal both Lapras unharmed. "That didn't work, so let's try this! Lapras, Thunderbolt!'' Verity called out, making Ash widen his eyes. "You gotta be kidding?!'' Ash exclaimed in shock.
Sadly for Ash, it was true. Verity's Lapras unleashed Thunderbolt at his own Lapras, who looked up at the attack with wide eyes. "Okay then, try this on for size! Lapras, Dragon Pulse!'' Ash called out as he held out his right fist. Ash's Lapras fired an energy-like Dragon from his mouth, clashing with Thunderbolt.
"This is going nowhere. Nether of us has landed a single hit yet! So let's go with a different approach! Lapras, use Attract!'' Verity called out as she gave a wink. Her Lapras winked as pink hearts appeared around her before shooting out towards Ash's Lapras.
"I am not falling for that trick! Lapras, stop them with Psychic!'' Ash commanded as he held out his right hand. Lapras's eyes glowed blue as the pink hearts stopped in mid-air, before bursting into sparkles that shined down on the Rainbow Hero's Water and Ice Type.
"This is our chance! Lapras, show them your beautiful Sparkling Aria!'' Verity called out with a smile, making Ash, Pikachu, Sorrel and Lucario widen their eyes. "Hold up! What's 'Sparkling Aria?'' Ash questioned, having never heard of that attack.
Verity's Lapras held up its head as the female Water and Ice type began to sing, forming an orb of water above its head. The Twinleaf Town girl's Lapras fired the orb of water at her opponent, landing a direct hit that sent Ash's Lapras back. "Lapras!'' Ash called out in concern.
The Rainbow Hero's Lapras shook its head a bit before looking at his trainer and gave him an assuring look that he could still go on. "Alright, use Hydro Pump!'' Ash called out, pointing at Verity's Lapras. The Rainbow Hero's Lapras releases a powerful stream of water from its mouth at his opponent, landing a direct hit.
"A direct hit!" Ash stated with wide eyes. However, Verity's Lapras was revealed unharmed from the Hydro Pump, as if the attack never happened. "What the!?'' Ash called out in disbelief as Verity smirked.
"It's Lapras's special ability called 'Water Absorb'. Instead of taking damage from a Water Type move, Lapras is healed instead so thanks". Verity explained as she stuck her touge out at the Rainbow Hero, who narrowed his eyes at her.
"And I know just how to repay you. Lapras, Thunderbolt!" Verity called out with a smile as she held out her right hand. The female Lapras unleashed Thunderbolt at the male Lapras, who looked up at the Electric Type attack with wide eyes.
"Actually, you can keep that Thunderbolt! Lapras, Psychic!'' Ash called out, holding his right hand out to the side. Lapras's eyes glowed light blue as the Thunderbolt stopped mid-air, before going straight towards Verity's Lapras, shocking the Water and Ice Type, latterly.
"Oh no, Lapras!" Verity called out in concern for her Water and Ice Type. "Piplup!'' Piplup cried out in concern for his friend. "Impressive of Ash to use Psychic to send Verity's attack right back at her''. Sorrel commented with a smile.
"Now use Ice Beam to trap her!" Ash commanded as he held out his right hand. The Rainbow hero's Lapras unleashed Ice Beam, directing it on the water around the female Lapras, trapping the female Water and Ice Type. "Lapras, try to get out of there!'' Verity told her Water and Ice Type, who was moaning in pain as electricity surrounded her body.
"Thunderbolt paralysed Verity's Lapras, meaning Ash has a chance to land a direct hit''. Sorrel remarked, taking notice of the female Transport Pokémon being paralysed. "Here's our chance Lapras, Dragon Pulse at full power!'' Ash commanded, holding his right fist out.
The male Transport Pokémon fired an energy-like dragon from its mouth, landing a direct hit on the female Water and Ice Type, creating an explosion that covered her from view. The smoke of the attack cleared to reveal Verity's Lapras floating in the water with swirls in her eyes.
(Victor: Ash's Lapras)
"Nice job Lapras!'' Ash praised his Ice and Water Type for his victory. "Pika-pika!'' Pikachu cried out, congratulating his friend as well. Lapras gave Ash and Pikachu a small smile before he swam over to Verity's Lapras. Lapras' eyes glowed as he used Psychic, shattering the ice and allowing him to reach the female Transport Pokémon.
Ash's Lapras cried out softly to Verity's Lapras, who looked at him and smiled. "You did great lapras, return and get some rest''. Verity said to her Water and Ice Type as she returned her Lapras to her Poke Ball. Ash's Lapras looked a little sad that Verity's lapras had returned to her Poke Ball, something that Verity took notice.
"Hey, don't worry. After the battle, you two can spend as much as you like together''. Verity told the male Transport Pokémon, hoping to cheer him up. Lapras smiled at hearing Verity's words, making the Twinleaf Town girl smile.
Verity brought out a Dusk Ball and held it out with her right hand. "Mismagius, battle dance!'' Verity called out as she threw a Dusk Ball. The dark green device released the purple Ghost Type. "Mismagius!'' The Ghost Type cried out with a smile on its face. "Mismagius is next, huh? Well bring it on!'' Ash called out as he gave the hand sign to bring it.
(Lapras V.S Mismagius)
"Use Ice Beam to trap her!'' Ash commanded as he held out his right hand. The Rainbow Hero's Lapras unleashed Ice Beam, firing it at Mismagius who didn't look too worried about the approaching attack.
"Mismagius! Counter attack with Mystical Fire!'' Verity called out with a smile on her face. "Mismagius!'' Mismagius called out as it began to wave one of its extensions in a circle, forming a ring of red-orange fire in front of itself. Mismagius then releases a red-orange stream of fire from its mouth at the Ice Beam, easily melting through it and landing a direct hit on Lapras. "What!'' Ash called out in surprise.
"And now, Thunder!" Verity cried out as Mismagius unleashed a massive beam of yellow electricity from its body at Lapras, scoring a direct hit. "Lapras, no!'' Ash cried out for his Water and Ice Type as Lapras collapsed to its side in the water with swirls in its eyes.
(Victor: Mismagius)
"Nice work Mismagius!'' Verity praised her Ghost Type, who laughed in joy. Ash returned his Lapras to its Poke Ball, before looking at the device with a smile. "Lapras, you fought hard and I'm proud of you. Take a good rest''. Ash said to the device as if he was talking to his Water and Ice Type before putting it away.
Ash brought out his own Dusk Ball before holding it out. "Alright, let's give you a try! Go Sableye!'' Ash called out as he threw the Dusk Ball, releasing the Dark and Ghost Type. "Sableye!'' Sableye laughed out, grinning away like there was no tomorrow. "A Sableye, good choice''. Sorrel commented with his arms crossed.
(Sableye V.S Mismagius)
"Shadow Claw, go!'' Ash called out, holding out his right hand. Shadows covered Sableye's right hand, before it took the form of a claw before the Dark and Ghost Type charged at Mismagius.
"Stop it with Mystical Fire!'' Verity called out, holding her right hand out to the side. "Mismagius!'' Mismagius called out as it began to wave one of its extensions in a circle, forming a ring of red-orange fire in front of itself. Mismagius then releases a red-orange stream of fire from its mouth at the charging Sableye, who surprisingly used its Shadow Claw to protect itself from the fire as it kept charging.
"Huh!?'' Verity called out in surprise. "Piplup!?'' Piplup called out in shock at seeing Sableye handle Mismagius' attack like it was nothing. "Sableye likes to surprise people, so he does the unexpected. Go!'' Ash cried out as Sableye jumped through the fire and landed a direct hit on Mismagius, dealing massive damage.
"Mismagius! Use Magical Leaf!'' Verity called out, though she sounded concerned for her Ghost Type. Mismagius began spinning its body around, before releasing glowing green leaves from its body at Sableye. "That won't work on us! Sableye, use Poison Jab!'' Ash commanded his Ghost and Dark Type.
Sableye's hands glowed purple, before it began punching all the glowing green leafs at an incredible speed, making Verity widen her eyes.
"That's the way Sableye!'' Ash praised his Pokémon for doing so well. "Pika pika!'' Pikachu cried out, cheering for his friend. "Sableye!'' Sableye chuckled, having fun against Mismagius. "That Sableye is tough. Guess that means I have to use the secret weapon. Return!'' Verity called out as she returned Mismagius to her Dusk Ball.
"So, whose next? Whatever you throw at us, we can take it''. Ash said to Verity, a confident smirk on his face. "Are you sure about that, Ash? Because now I'm gonna use one of my prized Pokémon!'' Verity exclaimed as she held out a Dive ball. "Prized Pokemon?'' Ash questioned, having no idea what Verity is talking about.
"Piplup piplup!'' The Water Type cried out next to Verity, cheering her on. "Battle dance!'' Verity called out as she threw the Dive Ball into the air, releasing the Pokémon inside. The beam released from the Dive Ball took shape, before disappearing to reveal…Suicune!
The water legendary of Johto roared, releasing a shockwave that made Ash's scarf blow in the breeze. "You know, for some reason, I'm not surprised to see that you caught Suicune. You always did talk about how you loved Suicune''. Ash remarked with a smile, making Verity lightly blush.
'Nice to see you again, Rainbow Hero'. Suicune greeted Ash, her voice being female with Ash now realizing that the water Legendary was actually a female the whole time. 'Now I just feel like a jerk for thinking she was a boy the whole time'. Ash thought to himself, sweat dropping at his own mistake.
"Even if you battle with Suicune, I'm not giving up! Drain Punch, go!'' Ash called out, holding out his right hand. Shadows covered Sableye's right hand before it took the form of a claw with the Ghost and Dark Type charging at Suicune. "Please use Hydro Pump?'' Verity softly requested, which Suicune nodded to her before she unleashed a powerful stream of water from her mouth at Sableye, landing a direct hit and sending the Ghost and Dark Type smashing into a tree.
"Sableye!'' Ash called out in concern, turning to look at the Ghost and Dark Type. "Now, Sheer Cold!'' Verity called out as she gave a wink. Suicune's body glowed light blue before she fired a powerful light blue beam of energy with light blue snowflake-shaped sparkles at Sableye, not only freezing it, but the tree as well. The frozen Sableye had swirls in its eyes, showing it cannot battle anymore.
(Victor: Suicune)
"Way to go Suicune!'' Verity praised her Water Type, who smiled at her trainer. Ash returned Sableye to his Dusk Ball, before looking at the device with a smile. "You did great for your first try, rest for now''. Ash said to the Dusk Ball as if he was talking to Sableye himself before he put it away.
Ash turned to face Suicune, before he brought out a Poke Ball. "Go Dragonair!'' Ash called out as he threw the Poke Ball, releasing the Dragon Type. Dragonair cried out in happiness, before it warped itself around Ash, giving the Rainbow Hero a happy hug, making him chuckle.
"It's great to see you too, Dragonair". Ash greeted the Dragon Type with a smile. "Pika!" Pikachu greeted Dragonair happily, getting the Dragon Type's attention as it hugged the Electric Type next. "Your Dragonair seems pretty friendly". Verity commented with a smile, liking Ask's Dragonair.
"He's very cuddly. But now's not the time for hugging, it's time to battle Dragonair". Ash told his Dragon Type, who nodded to him before he flew in front of Suicune, glaring at the Water Type.
(Dragonair V.S Suicune)
"Dragon Dance!" Ash called out with a smirk. Dragonair cried out as he glowed a light blue aura, before it flew around in circles in the air. "Increasing its attack and speed, huh? A nice start, but it won't work! Suicune, Extrasensory!" Verity called out as she gave a wink.
Suicune's eyes glowed gold, before it released a rainbow-colored beam from its mouth at Dragonair, landing a direct hit. "Don't give in, Dragonair! Dragon Rush!" Ash commanded, holding out his right hand. Dragonair cried out as a light blue orb with white streaks surrounded its body, which glowed blue and released a blue, dragon-shaped energy that covers its body, before charging at Suicune.
Dragonair landed a direct hit, sending Suicune back. "Let's return the favour with Iron Head!" Verity called out with a smirk, making Suicune smirk before her body was surrounded by a white aura, making it seem black and white, before she charges and slammed into Dragonair, sending it back.
"Dragonair!" Ash called out in concern for his Dragon Type. "Now Sheer Cold!" Verity called out with a smirk. Suicune's body glowed light blue before she fired a powerful light blue beam of energy with light blue snowflake-shaped sparkles at Dragonair, who looked at the approaching attack with wide eyes.
"Dragonair, use Dragon Dance quick!" Ash told his Dragon Type, who cried out as he glowed a light blue aura, before it flew around in circles in the air, dodging Sheer Cold, which froze the ground. 'How could I miss? I never miss" Suicune questioned, her pride damaged a bit from missing Dragonair.
"Iron Tail, go!" Ash called out, holding his right fist out. Metal covered Dragonair's tail, before it charged at Suicune. "Stop it with Hydro Pump!" Verity called out, now looking a bit concerned. Suicune unleashed a powerful stream of water from her mouth at Dragonair, who circled past the attack and slammed its tail against Suicune's face, pushing her back.
"Nice work, now Aqua Tail over and over again!" Ash called out with a smirk. Water appeared and surrounded Dragonair's tail, before he charged and slammed it against Suicune, before starting to slam its tail repeatedly against the Legendary Pokémon. "This may seem bad, but now Dragonair's close! Sheer Cold!" Verity commanded with a smirk, making Ash widen his eyes.
"Dragonair, get away!" Ash tried to warn his Dragon Type, who widen its eyes. However, before it could fly away, Suicune's body glowed light blue before she fired a powerful light blue beam of energy with light blue snowflake-shaped sparkles at Dragonair, freezing the Dragon Type's body.
"Dragonair!" Ash called out in concern as the frozen Dragonair slammed into the ground with swirls in its eyes. "Another win!" Verity cheered in joy, holding her hands up in the air. "Piplup!" Piplup cried out in joy, jumping up and down.
(Victory: Suicune)
Ash returned Dragonair to his Poke Ball, before looking at the device with a smile. "You did awesome. That just shows we have more training to do. For now, take a good rest". Ash said to the Poke Ball, praising his Dragon Type.
Ash put the Poke Ball away and brought out another one. "Go, Grovyle!" Ash called out as he threw the Poke Ball, releasing the Grass Type. "Grovyle''. Grovyle said as he put his twin in his mouth.
(Suicune V.S Grovyle)
"Let's wrap this up! Suicune, Extrasensory!" Verity called out as she gave a wink. Suicune's eyes glowed gold, before it released a rainbow-colored beam from its mouth at Grovyle. "Dodge it, then Leaf Blade!" Ash called out with a smirk. The three leaves on Grovyle's forearms glow light green and combine into two long sharp blades, before Grovyle charged at Suicune, dodging the Extrasensory with pure speed.
Grovyle was too fast for Suicune to dodge, landing a direct hit and sending Suicune back. "Don't give in Suicune! Iron Head!" Verity called out as she held out her right hand. A white aura surrounded Suicune's body, making it seem black and white, before she charged at Grovyle.
"A straight up attack, huh? We'll do the same! Grovyle, Thunder Punch!" Ash called out with a smirk on his fist. "Grovyle!" Grovyle cried out as electricity surrounded his right fist, before he charged at Suicune. The two attacks made contact, creating an explosion.
Smoke covered the field, covering Ash and Grovyle from Verity's sight. Suicune jumped out of the smoke and landed in front of her trainer, turning left and right to see where Grovyle could attack. "Oh no, I can't see". Verity said in concern, worried that Ash could use the smoke to his advantage.
"Energy Ball!" Ash's voice called out, getting Verity's attention as an Energy Ball came out of the smoke and made contact with Suicune, causing the Water Type to cry out in pain. "Suicune!" Verity called out in concern. "Piplup!" Piplup cried out in concern for her fellow Water Type.
The smoke cleared to reveal Ash, Pikachu and Grovyle with all three of them smirking. "Grovyle has sharp senses, which help out a lot!" Ash explained with a smirk on his face, making Verity grit her teeth. "I've had enough with that Grovyle! Suicune, Sheer Cold!" Verity commanded, holding out her right hand.
Suicune cried out as her body body glowed light blue, before she fired a powerful light blue beam of energy with light blue snowflake-shaped sparkles at Grovyle, who stood still at the one-hit move was getting closer to him. "This may have works two times in a row, but not this time!" Ash called out as he crossed his hands in front of him as his Z-Ring activated with the Electrium Z.
Ash and Grovyle moved in perfect harmony as they did the Electric Z stance. A bright coloured aura surrounded Ash, before it was transferred over to Grovyle. The Z crystal symbol appeared in front of the Grass Type, before electricity surrounded Grovyle, before fathering in front of him, forming a bolt of electric energy.
"Go, Gigavolt Havoc!" Ash called out as Grovyle punched the bolt of energy with his right hand, firing it at Suicune. The bolt of electric energy easily overpowered Suicune's Sheer Cold, before striking the Water Type, causing it to cry out as the attack caused an explosion, covering the Water Type from view.
"Suicune!" Verity cried out in concern for her Pokémon. "Piplup!" Piplup cried out, worried for her fellow Water Type. Slowly the smoke cleared to reveal Suicune, only she was lying down on the ground, her eyes were in swirls, showing that she can't battle anymore.
"Way to go, Grovyle!" Ash praised his Grass Type, who felt proud of himself for defeating a legendary. "Pikachu!" Pikachu cheered for his teammate, proud of him as well.
(Victor: Grovyle)
Verity returned Suicune to her Dive Ball, before looking at the device with a smile. "You did great, Suicune. You turned the whole battle around for us. Take a good rest". Verity praised her defeated Pokémon, before she put the Dive Ball away and brought out her Dusk Ball.
"Mismagius, battle dance!'' Verity called out as she threw a Dusk Ball, releasing the Ghost Type. "Mismagius!'' The Ghost Type cried out with a smile on its face. "We only have two Pokémon left, and we both know what our last Pokémon are gonna be. Either way, let's enjoy the rest of the battle". Ash said with a smile on his face, having enjoyed the battle with Verity, which the Twinleaf girl returned the smirk.
(Grovyle V.S Mismagius)
"Mystical Fire!'' Verity called out, holding her right hand out to the side. "Mismagius!'' Mismagius called out as it began to wave one of its extensions in a circle, forming a ring of red-orange fire in front of itself. Mismagius then releases a red-orange stream of fire from its mouth at Grovyle.
"Dodge it!" Ash called out, which Grovyle dodged the Fire Type move. "Now Nasty Plot!" Verity called out with a wink. "Mismagius!" Mismagius called out as a dark aura surrounded her body, before disappearing.
"What was that?" Ash questioned, having never seen Nasty Plot before. "Check it out! Magical Leaf!" Verity commanded, holding her right hand out. Mismagius began to spin its body around and released glowing green leaves from its body at Grovyle.
"Block them with Leaf Blade!" Ash called out, holding up his right fist. "Grovyle!" Grovyle growled out as the leaves on his arms turned into glowing blades, before he began to deflect Magical Leaf. However, there were too many and some were hitting Grovyle.
"There's too many of them! Grovyle, get back!" The Rainbow Hero told his trusted Grass Type, who nodded to him as he jumped away from the glowing leaves. "Now, Thunder!'' Verity cried out as Mismagius unleashed a massive beam of yellow electricity from its body at Grovyle, landing a direct hit.
Grovyle had his eyes closed in pain from the Electric Type attack. "Don't give up Grovyle, use that electricity and use Thunder Punch!" The Rainbow Hero told his Wood Gecko Pokémon, who opened his eyes as electricity surrounded his right fist. The electricity around Grovyle was absorbed into the electricity surrounded Grovyle's fist, before the Grass Type charged at Mismagius.
"Mismagius, stop it with Mystical Fire!" Verity commanded, holding her right hand out. "Mismagius!" The Ghost Type called out as it began to wave one of its extensions in a circle, forming a ring of red-orange fire in front of itself. Mismagius then released a red-orange stream of fire from its mouth at Grovyle, who actually used the electricity surrounding its fist as a shield and kept charging.
"What the!?" Verity called out in surprise as Grovyle landed a direct hit on Mismagius, sending the Ghost Type back. "Nice work, Grovyle!" Ash praised his Grass Type. "Pika, pika!" Pikachu cheered for the Wood Gecko Pokémon. "I'm surprised that Grovyle used its Thunder Punch to block the Mystical Fire". Sorrel commented, impressed with Ash's Grass Type.
"Mismagius, Nasty Plot!" Verity told her Ghost Type, who was surrounded in a dark aura before it disappeared. "Leaf Blade, go!" Ash called out, holding up his right fist. "Grovyle!" Grovyle growled out as the leaves on his arms turned into glowing blades, before he charged at Mismagius.
"Don't move!" Verity told her Ghost Type, who nodded to her. "What is Verity planning?" Sorrel questioned, watching with narrowed eyes. "Rraa" Lucario replied to his trainer, having no idea what the Twinleaf town girl was planning.
Soon Grovyle was in close range, making Verity smirk. "Now, Thunder!'' Verity cried out as Mismagius unleashed a massive beam of yellow electricity from its body at Grovyle, landing a direct hit, but the Grass Type kept going and landed a direct hit, sending the Ghost Type back.
However, electricity now surrounded Grovyle's body, making the Grass Type groan in pain. "Crap, Grovyle's paralysed now. So that's what Verity was planning by using Thunder". Ash commented with narrowed eyes as Mismagius floated back up with a smile on its face. "Let's finish this with one last attack! Mismagius, Mystical Fire!" Verity commanded, holding her right hand out. "Mismagius!" The Ghost Type called out as it began to wave one of its extensions in a circle, forming a ring of red-orange fire in front of itself. Mismagius then releases a red-orange stream of fire from its mouth at Grovyle, who looked at the Fire Type move with narrowed eyes.
"We're not going down without a fight! Grovyle, Energy Ball!" Ash commanded, holding his right hand out. "Grovyle!'' The Grass Type cried out as it fires an orb of light green energy at Mismagius. The two attacks passed each other, going straight towards Grovyle and Mismagius. The two attacks made contact, creating an explosion that covered the two from view.
"Grovyle!" Ash cried out in concern for his Grass Type. "Pikachu!" Pikachu cried out for his teammate. "Mismagius, please be alright!" Verity exclaimed, hoping her Ghost Type was okay. "Piplup!" Piplup cried out, worried for her teammate.
The smoke from the explosion slowly began to clear and revealed both Pokémon down on the ground with swirls in their eyes. "A draw, huh". Sorrel commented as both Ash and Verity returned their Pokémon to their Poke Balls.
"You did great Grovyle". Ash praised his Grass Type inside his Poke Ball, before he put the device away. "I'm proud of you, Mismagius. Take a good rest". Verity praised her Ghost Type as she put the Dusk Ball away.
"Looks like we both have only one Pokémon left". Ash said to Verity with a smirk, one that she returned. "Yup, and we both know which Pokémon we have left". Verity replied to the Rainbow Hero, looking down at Piplup.
"Piplup!" The Water Type cried out, excited for her turn at last. "Piplup, battle dance!" Verity called out as she held out her right hand. "Pip piplup!" Piplup cried out as she jumped into the battle. "You're up, Pikachu!" Ash called out, holding out his right hand. "Pika!" The Electric Type cried out as he leaped into the battle, landing on all four feet.
"This brings back memories, huh Ash?" Verity asked the Rainbow Hero with a smirk. "Yeah. First time we met each other, we had a competition trying to catch Entei. After we failed at that, we had a battle". Ash replied to Verity, remembering when he first met the Twinleaf Town girl.
"Yeah, but we had to stop it because we got an Onix angry. After 2 years, we're finally gonna settle the score". Verity stated with a smirk as she could feel her excitement. "We don't have any plans to lose. Right, Pikachu?" Ash asked his partner, who gave the Rainbow Hero a smirk. "Well, nether do we". Verity told the Rainbow Hero, her Piplup crying out in agreement.
(Pikachu V.S Piplup)
"Rain Dance!" Verity called out with a smile. "Piplup!" Piplup cried out as she held out her flippers into the sky. Storm clouds began to gather around, before it began to rain down on trainers and their Pokémon. "Pikachu, Focus Punch!" Ash exclaimed, holding out his right hand. "Pika!" Pikachu cried out as he held up his right fist as energy began to gather around it, causing a bright light to cover the Electric Type's hand.
Pikachu began charging at Piplup, holding out his glowing fist. "Fight back Piplup with Drill Peck!" Verity called out with narrowed eyes. Piplup's beak began to glow white, before it spins like a drill and jumped at Pikachu, with the two attacks making contact.
The two attacks created an explosion, forcing both Pikahcu and Piplup back and away from each other. "Iron Tail, go!" Ash called out, holding out his right hand. "Pika…chu!" Pikachu cried out as his tail glowed white, before he charged at Piplup.
"Piplup, jump, and then use Ice Beam on the ground!" Verity told her starter, who smirked at the commands. "Pip piplup!" Piplup cried out as she jumped into the air, firing an Ice Beam from her beak at the ground, freezing the solid ground. When Pikachu stepped onto the frozen ground, he lost his balance and control of his Iron Tail, falling to his back.
"Pikachu!" Ash called out in concern for his best friend. "Great Piplup! Now use Hydro Pump!" Verity commanded, holding out her right hand to the side. "Piplup piplup!" Piplup cried out as she opened her beak and released a powerful stream of water with white rings of water around it at Pikachu, landing a direct hit.
"Alright!" Verity cheered as Piplup kept firing her Hydro Pump, covering Pikachu from view from still being hit by the powered up Water Type move. "Don't start celebrating just yet! Pikachu, Thunderbolt!" Ash commanded, holding out his right hand. "Pi…ka…chu!" Pikachu cried out from within the Hydro Pump and released a Thunderbolt.
Thunderbolt started to push back Hydro Pump, before overpowering it and landing a direct hit on Piplup, making the Water Type cry out. "Piplup!" Verity called out in concern as Pikachu finished his attack, revealing a shocked Piplup.
"Not bad, Ash". Verity told her opponent, giving him a wink. "Sweet talking me won't get you the victory". Ash told his opponent, who smirked at his words. "Wasn't counting on it. Piplup, Drill Peck!" Verity called out with a smirk. Piplup shook herself, before her break grows bigger and leaped at Pikachu.
"Fight back with Iron Tail!" Ash exclaimed, holding out his right hand. Pikachu's tail glowed white before he charged at Piplup, who started spinning. "Pika!" Pikachu cried out as he spun around and slammed his glowing tail against Piplup's beak, creating an explosion that forced them both back.
Piplup sled on the ice field, while Pikachu fell to his stomach, spinning around. "That ice is becoming a problem. Better get rid of it, Pikachu, Focus Punch on the ice!" Ash commanded, holding up his right fist. "Pikachu pi!" Pikachu cried out as he held up his glowing right fist, before he slammed it to the ground, smashing the ice on the field around the Electric Mouse.
"Impressive power". Sorrel commented with a smirk as Pikachu stood back on his feet. "Rraaa rraa". Lucario said in agreement to what his partner said. "Pikachu's gotten stronger, that's clear to see. But so has Piplup. Ice Beam!" Verity cried out with a wink.
Piplup flapped her flippers as she fired an Ice Beam from her beak at Pikachu. "Charge right through that with Volt Tackle!" Ash commanded, trusting out his right fist. Pikachu smirked as he started charging, before electricity appeared before becoming a cloak that surrounded him.
Pikachu charged right through the Ice Beam, making Piplup widen her eyes before Pikachu slammed into her, sending the Penguin Pokémon flying. "Piplup!" Verity cried out in concern as Piplup landed on her back in front of the Twinleaf town girl. Meanwhile with Pikachu, the cloak of electricity surrounding him disappeared, but he winced in pain.
"Stay strong buddy!" Ash encouraged his starter, who gave him a smirk. "Pika pika chu pi!" Pikachu replied to the Rainbow Hero, confident that he can win this. Piplup got back on her feet, wincing as a spark of electricity surrounded her before it disappeared. Verity smiled at seeing her partner back on her feet, before she looked at Ash.
"It has been fun Ash. This battle has brought back memories for me". Verity told the Rainbow Hero, who smiled at her words. "Same for me. I'm pretty sure Pikachu and Piplup feel the same". Ash replied to the Twinleaft Town girl, looking at the two Pokémon who, despite looking exhausted, looked like they were having fun.
"I wish we could keep battle". Verity said, looking down with a sad smile. "Except we have something coming up, and we have to finish this sooner or later". Ash reminded Verity about the fireworks that'll happen tonight. "You're right. Let's finish this with one last attack". Verity suggested to the Rainbow Hero, who smirked at her words.
"Sounds like a good idea". Ash replied to the Twinleaf girl, who smirked right back at him, before she looked at her starter. "Alright Piplup. Time for our fusion move!" Verity told her starter, who cried out in joy. "Alright Piplup, Drill Pump!" Verity called out with a smirk as she held out her left hand, making both Ash and Sorrel widen their eyes.
"Drill what!?" Both males questioned, having never heard of that move. Piplup first fired Hydrop Pump from her beak, before she closed her beak as it glowed white. Piplup leaped into the Hydro Pump, going right to the end with her now glowing blue beak coming out, before she started spinning, spinning the water around her.
"Behold the fusion attack of Drill Peck and Hydro Pump, Drill Pump!" Verity exclaimed as she held out her hands into the sky. "I have to admit that's very creative. But you're not the only one who has a fusion move up your sleeve. Pikachu, Thunder Tail!" Ash commanded, trusting out his right fist.
"Pikachu pi pika!" Pikachu cried out as his tail glowed white, before the Electric Mouse unleashed a Thunderbolt attack, transferring it to his tail, causing it to change into a glowing yellow tail with electricity surrounding it. "This is our fusion move! Go Thunder Tail!" Ash exclaimed with a smirk, holding out his right hand.
Pikachu cried out as he leaped at Pipulp, spinning around as his tail made contact with Piplup's beak, creating a powerful shockwave, before the two attacks created an explosion. "Pikachu! /Piplup!" Ash and Verity cried out in concern for the partners as the force of the explosion forced them to cover their eyes.
After what felt like an hour, the smoke from the explosion slowly cleared to reveal both Pikachu and Piplup lying down next to each other with swirls in their eyes, showing that nether side can continue. "It's…a draw!" Sorrel called out in surprise, his Lucario had wide eyes at the scene.
(Draw)
Despite the results, Ash and Verity ran over to their partners and picked them up, looking at the two small Pokémon with proud smiles. "You were awesome Pikachu. I'm proud of you". Ash told his partner, who smiled at the Rainbow Hero's words. "Pi pika". Pikachu replied to Ash as he licked the Rainbow Hero's cheek, who chuckled at his partner.
"You and everyone else were great Piplup. You deserve a nice rest". Verity told her partner, cuddling the Penguin Pokémon. "Piplup pi". Piplup said as she nuzzled her partner back.
Sorrel and Lucario got off the ground and walked over to their friends. "You guys were awesome. That's a battle that I won't forget for a while". Sorrel praised his friends, who smiled at him. Verity turned to look at Ash with a smile. "We've got some time before the fireworks, so let's go back to the Pokémon Center and heal our Pokémon". Verity suggested to the Rainbow Hero, getting him to look at the Twinleaf girl.
"That would be best. Why not let our Pokémon watch the fireworks with us. They deserve something special". Ash replied to Verity, looking down at Pikachu with a smile. "I have no problem with that". Sorrel stated, liking Ash's idea of their Pokémon watching the fireworks.
"Well let's hurry. There's no time to waste!" Verity exclaimed as she stood up and took off to the Pokémon Center. "Verity, wait up!" Ash called out as he chased after the tomboy. "You guys are not leaving us behind!" Sorrel exclaimed as he and Lucario chased after their friends.
The three friends all had happy smiles as they all ran to the Pokémon Center, their joy at being reunited still strong.
(Later that afternoon)
The sky was dark at the beach. Ash, Verity, and Sorrel were sitting down on the soft sand, waiting to watch the fireworks together. They weren't alone because they had all their Pokémon out. Ash had let out Dragonair, Sableye, Grovyle, Feraligatr, and his Lapras. Verity let out her Mismagius, Tangrowth, her legendary Suicune, her own Lapras, her Piplup, and also her shiny Milotic. And Sorrel had let out his Entei, Luxray, Manectric, Alakazam and Accelgor.
Ash's Lapras and Verity's Lapras were cuddling each other in an affectionate way in the waters. It was clear that the two Water and Ice Types liked each other a great deal.
Meanwhile May, Brock, and Max were on the other side of the beach, waiting to watch the fireworks as well. Earlier, Ash asked a favor of Brock, May, and Max. He wanted to spend the rest of the day with his first friends and traveling companions, and even watch the fireworks with them. They had no problem with Ash spending time with his original friends, although May had a little bit of envy that Ash was spending time with another girl.
May, Brock, and Max were with a man that they met earlier named Mr. Big, who was a former coordinator and now works setting up fireworks. May was holding her Torchic in her arms as she eagerly awaited for the fireworks to begin.
"Ready to go". A co-worker told Mr. Big, who nodded in thanks. "All right, let her rip!" Mr. Big gave the signal as the fireworks were set off into the air. The first firework exploded into a Pikachu's face. "Beautiful". May said in awe as she, Max and Brock enjoyed the fireworks. "A fine presentation young man". An old man praised Mr. Big, who smiled brightly. "Thank you very much". Mr. big thanked the old man for his words.
Meanwhile with Ash, Sorrel, and Verity, they were also watching and enjoying the fireworks display. They watched the Pikachu one. "It's a Pikachu!" Ash called out, pointing at the Pikachu fireworks. "Pika". Pikachu said in joy at seeing a firework of himself.
"So cool". Verity said with a smile, holding her Piplup in her hands. Soon more fireworks were fired into the air, creating more Pokémon design fireworks. "Pichu, Torchic, Mudkip, and even Treecko". Sorrel said with a smile and his arms crossed, his Lucario standing next to him. The other Pokémon were also enjoying themselves, watching the fireworks together as well.
"Verity and Sorrel, what are your plans after the Slateport Pokémon Contest?" Ash asked his longtime friends, curious on what they're gonna do after the contest. "I plan to compete in the other contests in Hoenn so I can enter the Grand Festival. It could be fun to even become a Top Coordinator". Verity answered Ash, bringing out her Ribbon Case to look at her ribbons.
"I would like to study more about the Legendary Pokémon in Hoenn and the ruins that could be found in here". Sorrel told his friend, turning to look at his Entei for a moment. "How about we all travel together like before?" Ash suggested to his friends, getting Verity and Sorrel to smile happily at him. "I'm in". Verity agreed very quickly, having hoped Ash would ask that. "Count me in as well". Sorrel said with a smile, refusing to miss out on a chance to travel with his friend again.
Just then, Dragonair flew by Ash and starts nuzzling its cheek against Ash's cheek, making him laugh. "Hey Dragonair. I'm proud of how strong you've become. Even though you lost to Suicune, I'm proud of you for giving your best shot". Ash praised his Dragon Type as he pats Dragonair's head, who cried in joy.
"That Dragonair's pretty cute". Verity commented, thinking Ash's Dragonair is adorable. "I agree. It has been raised well". Sorrel said in agreement, looking at Dragonair, who floated a little bit away from Ash. Just then, Dragonair started to glow light bluish, making everyone slightly widen their eyes.
"Is it possibly?" Verity asked in surprise, which Sorrel nodded to her. "Yes, it's evolving". Sorrel told his old friend as Ash smiled in excitement. Dragonair grew larger, growing arms, legs and a tail. Soon the glow stopped, revealing a Dragonite in Dragonair's place.
"Congratulations Dragonair… or should I say now Dragonite". Ash congratulated his newly evolved Dragon Type. Dragonite wrapped his arms around and affectionately hugged Ash, making him, Sorrel and Verity laugh.
Soon Dragonite let Ash go and flew towards the other Pokémon to give them all hugs, much to their slight surprise. "Sorrel, could we talk somewhere else?" Ash asked his old friend, making Sorrel look at him for a moment, before he nodded. "While you two are alone, I'll take care of the Pokémon if you don't mind". Verity told her friends, making Ash let out a smile of gratitude. "Thanks Verity". Ash thanked the Twinleaf girl as he and Sorrel walked a little bit away from her and the Pokémon.
Soon Ash and Sorrel were walking down the beach, enjoying each other's company. "It's been a while since I've arrived here in Hoenn, but I'm glad that we're all back together". Sorrel told his best friend, glad to be reunited with Ash and Verity.
"I feel the same way Sorrel. To be honest, you're more than just a friend; you're like a brother to me". Ash told Sorrel, making the Pokémon Professor in training widen his eyes. "You…see me as a brother?" Sorrel asked the young Rainbow Hero, who nodded to him instantly.
"Then how about we become sworn brothers?" Sorrel suggested, getting Ash to look at him in surprise. "Are you saying that we become like true brothers?" Ash asked the professor in training, who nodded to him. "It is said that when two or more people first make an oath on how they will accomplish their goals and dreams, they will always have each other's backs with their strong bond". Sorrel explained to the Rainbow Hero as he set his bag down and began searching through it.
Ash thought about what Sorrel told him and smiled. "All right, let's do this". Ash said with a smile, one that Sorrel returned. "Yeah". Sorrel said in agreement as he brought out a pocket knife.
"I make my oath to become the best Pokémon Professor that I can be. To learn from their habitat, behavior, and also to contribute with my research on how to improve the bond between humans and Pokémon, and to always help my soon to be sworn brother, Ash, whenever he needs my help!" Sorrel swore as he made a slight cut on his left ring finger.
Sorrel passed the pocket knife to Ash, who caught it. "I make an oath to be the best trainer I can be and also a great Rainbow Hero that Ho-Oh, my friends, and my family can be proud of. Although our goals may be different, we will always consider Pokémon as our partners and our friends. Finally, I promise to always protect Sorrel, be loyal to him, whenever he needs my help like sworn brothers!" Ash swore as he took of his right glove and made a slight cut on his ring finger.
"Brothers now, and forever!" Ash and Sorrel swore as they press their respective cuts against each other, officially becoming oath brothers.
Finally, Sorrel brought out some drinks, passing one of them to Ash. The two drink and celebrate their new brotherhood together. "All that's left now is for you and Verity to get together now". Sorrel said with a smile on his face, making Ash blush a bit. "I wish I could tell her, but it's not that easy". Ash told his oath brother, looking down at his drink.
"Ash, you are the bravest person I've ever meet. You've taken on Legendary Pokémon, Ho-oh himself and even faced impossible odds. Just believe in yourself and you can tell her". Sorrel told his friend, who looked down in thought, before he looked back at his sworn brother. "Thanks Sorrel". Ash thanked his friend as he looked back at the direction that lead to Verity and their Pokémon.
"Go get her, Rainbow Hero". Sorrel told his sworn brother, who flashed him a smirk. "Thanks Sorrel". Ash thanked his sworn brother once more as he finished his drink and began running back to Verity. Ash soon found Verity where he left here, watching the fireworks with the Pokémon.
Verity took notice of her crush walking up to her. "Hey Ash, you done talking to Sorrel?" Verity asked the Rainbow Hero with a smile, which he nodded to her before they both watched the fireworks. Ash looked at Verity's face, admiring how beautiful she is. 'Come on! Say something!' Ash screamed in his head, trying hard to tell Verity his feelings.
"Verity…I…" Ash began, only for Verity to cut him off. "You know, I'm really happy I came to Hoenn". Verity said with a smile, getting Ash to look at her in surprise. "Not only did I find something I really enjoyed here, but I even found my best friends again". Verity said with a smile as she turned to face Ash as she slowly began to shed tears.
"I've missed you so much, Ash. You and Sorrel. During these two years, I've felt lonely without you two. I missed the times when we travelled together, having lunch together, fun and looking up at the sky to watch the stars. Remember Ash?" Verity asked her crush as she looked up at the night sky above them.
"Of course. Those were some of the best weeks of my life". Ash replied to Verity, looking up at the starry sky above them. The two spent a few seconds looking at the sky, before Ash looked back at Verity. "Verity…" Ash said softly, getting Verity to look at him. Slowly, Ash placed his hands on Verity's cheeks, leaning towards her and making Verity blush. Then he said those three words.
"I choose you".
Ash then claimed Verity's lips with his own, making the Twinleaf girl widen her eyes in shock, before she kissed the Rainbow Hero back. A bit away from them, Sorrel watched with Lucario, Pikachu and Piplup. "About time". Sorrel said with a smile as he watched the new couple continue to kiss each other.
"Pika pi". Pikachu said with a smile, glad to see his partner finally confess his feelings for the Twinleaf girl. "Piplup!" Piplup cried out in joy as she hugged Pikachu in joy. "Rrraaa rraa". Lucario said as he picked up his two friends and gave them a big hug.
Back with Ash and Verity, the Rainbow Hero pulled away to look at Verity's eyes. "I guess we're boyfriend and girlfriend now, huh?" Ash asked the Twinleaf girl, who gave him a wink. "You bet we are". Verity replied to her new boyfriend as she gave him another kiss that he returned.
The new couple watched the fireworks as they were soon joined by Sorrel, Pikachu, Piplup and Lucario. All six of them watched the fireworks, happy to be back together after so long.
And done! That took a while, but it's done. Anyway, next chapter is the Pokemon contest chapter. After that chapter, I'll do one last episode of season 6, then do the movie and third gym battle. However, next story to be updated is my warcraft story. I'll see you all again soon.
