Ashes in May Ch. 9 Final Match!
Okay, so here is the last part of the May vs. Ash battle. Hope you enjoy it.
The main pairing is that of Ash X May, AdvancedShipping! Yay, I also was thinking of adding Gary to the mix. Due to that a lot of people won't like it that's 100% alright. I know that a relationship with more than two people is strange, I just wanted to try and see what I can make of it, is all. So, be warned, then again I did say this in the first Chapter at the top. For those who are a bit more relaxed I really thing you'll enjoy this story. Plus, the story is more for the fun of it, you know like give you a good story with a pot but also have its slices of life and immerse you into the fantasy that is the Pokemon worlds
I know a lot of you have notice a strange thing that has happened with a few of my previous chapters where a bunch or links or something appeared that make the story completely unreadable. I was rather furious that it kept occurring and I asked the Fanfic support thing but they never got back to me so… Anyways, for some reason it only happened when I copy and pasted the story and not when I directly upload the document so yeah. Though, I'm still not quite sure why it happened I'll try my best that this doesn't keep happening. Thank you for you wonderful patience.
"Octillery use supersonic!" "Dodge and use ingrain!" ordered May. Using that moved would literally make Roserade immovable but her plan was to drain as much of the water from the tunnels as possible. The rain could potentially refill it but not likely. Roserade grinned and twirled with grace then stopped facing Octillery as it rooted itself to the ground. Roots began to spread over as well as under the ground quickly absorbing the water and turning it into energy. Octillery gasped as it quickly stuck itself to the edge of the hole feeling the water level drop. If it hadn't held on to the walls of the hole it wouldn't have been able to get back up so easily. Worst of all it was now vulnerable. "Use Least Storm!" yelled May and within seconds Roserade summoned leaves from the nearby forest swirling them in the air before bringing them down onto Octillery. Boom
"Octillery is unable to battle! Please, bring out your next Pokemon."
With that Ash returned his Pokémon as Roserade's special attack was harshly lowered. "Wow May, I bet you've been training with your dad haven't you," said Ash complimenting her. "Of course, I did I'm not just someone that can't defend herself you know," replied May with a determined look on her face pushing back the emotions over her dad, "Plus, I'm the daughter of a Gym leader and just because I'm a coordinator doesn't mean I can't be a strong battler!" "But I still think that most of what I learned was because of you and your caring self," said May looking down blushing, thus making Ash blush. "Awwww," roared the crowd at this touching moment. "Okay, my next Pokemon is a very special one as she is a bit shy so please those of you in the stand could you please not cheer too loudly," Ash asked nicely bowing at the crowd respectfully asking for their compliance. The crowd responded with a hesitant okay before quieting down.
"Alright then," Ash whispered with hesitation looking down at the Premier ball in his hand, "Ionz shock em' stiff!" With the throw of the Pokeball, it opened letting out an unknown Pokemon on the battlefield astounding the audience including May, and Gary who didn't know Ash had such a Pokemon. In front of everyone was a stunning Gardevoir that head all eye on her because of its color as it was not the normal coloring nor was it its normal shiny variant. Many people's first thoughts were of its difference in coloring because it was from a different environment like Pokemon from the orange islands or possibly a variant. While Gary lost his shit, well almost. He was amazed by the Gardevoir as too many questions crowded his mind. He could feel his researcher instincts tremble with excitement! He could only wonder what adaptations this Gardevoir might have! "Gaardevioorrr," the soft spoke Pokemon greeted as it held its hands together before bowing at her opponent who was still stuck in place as looked at her in awe. This Gardevoir was very different from her original species; it had more white now and instead of the usual green and red she had electric blue and golden yellow. Gardevoir's golden hair and blue eyes instead of the green hair and red eyes. Its chest horn was a sky-blue color with light blue rings encircling her hips up to just under her chest. Further down her skirt, each had a full light blue circle with a ring round it being the same color. The underside of the skirt had a metallic golden shine. (This link will show you what I mean. zanethedragon/art/SSB5-Gardevoir-Delta-Forme-Pokemon-Insurgence-601942654 I'm also giving it a move st doesn't have in the fan games cuz I feel like it could use some coverage ) This Gardevoir was a special Pokemon Ash would later tell May and Gary was call a Delta Pokemon.
"Ash…" May started getting both Gardevoir's and Ash's attention, "…She's simply gorgeous!" Ash smiled while Gardevoir quickly found the ground interesting as her face flushed pink, still, she couldn't stop a small smile from gracing her lips. 'Thank you, Ms. May. You are too kind,' Gardevoir thought though the aura link she had with Ash. As gasped before chuckling, "May, Ionz thanks you for the compliment, she thinks your very kind." May looked surprised before thanking Gardevoir herself. "May, I suggest we get ready to battle," Ash directed to her receiving a nod in agreement. The Referee snaps out of his thoughts clearing his throat, "Ehem, very well with both Pokemon now on the battlefield we shall start. Battle…Begin!"
"Ionz, let cool things further, summon Hail!" the young man instructed. Gardevoir nodded slowly as the temperature began to drop rapidly making the audience shiver from the sudden drop in temperature. Soon, the water covering the round began to freeze as well as the rain turned into hail instead. Once more the weather was altered having it be the third time; first, it had been sunny heat, next cool showers, and now freezing chills. Could ya'll make up your minds! "Roserade used Power Whip!" The flowered Pokemon extended its arm and from the center of its roses came thick vines that wrapped themselves around the opposing Pokemon. "Gardevoir used Thunder Wave!" "Devoir," she breathed out with a struggle sending electricity through the vines to the Pokemon paralyzing it. Roserade cried at the shock letting go of the female Pokemon. "Rade!" it hissed feeling the shock now having trouble moving even a little, then the pain from the hail. Thankfully, the ingrained roots plus its held item restored the small amount of chip damage done to it. The brunette gritted her teeth with dread setting in; from what she gathered just now Gardevoir wasn't affected by the hail meaning she was an ice type or at the very least resistant to it. Ash's partner was most likely an ice type, but she wasn't sure if Gardevoir was an electric type. Think about it, Gardevoir has only used two moves since the start of the battle, Hail and Thunder Wave, in which she was proved to be ice type thanks to the hail immunity. Thunder Wave was different because many Pokemon can use the moved without being an electric type, so May couldn't be too sure. Roserade was at a severe disadvantage due to being in one spot and now was worse off knowing of the type advantage and paralysis. "This match might just be as fast as Roserade vs. Octillery isn't it," May muttered taking a gulp, "Roserade, get your magical leaf set up, we're doing offense this time with Dazzling Gleam!" Ash frowned in confusion but still got Ionz to be prepared.
The rose Pokemon lifted its arms summoning a bountiful amount of leaves each with multicolored energy to swirl around its body and once that was done it itself was enveloped in a ball of light. "Contest move: Shimmering Leave!" Her best friend's eyes went wide in surprise as did the audience's. "Rosr Roserade!" it yelled instantly sending glimmering multicolored shot everywhere paired with a leaf each. The rapid barrage was just about impossible to dodge landing a few hits on the Gardevoir though unfortunately, the Pokemon stood strong. The move itself was remarkably beautiful as each leaf and energy blast slice through the air leaving a trail of light giving off the aesthetic of shooting stars. "Let finished this up, Ionz use Blizzard." Ionz cupped her mouth with her hands before extending out her hands as if she were blowing a kiss however when she blew out a chilling wind torrented over the field. As she blew air out it immediately amplified into torrential winds of negative degrees and chunks of hail caught in the air current. Due to the double dose of immobilization, the powerful attack hit its mark fainting the grass type in seconds. "Roserade is unable! Please, release your final Pokemon Ms. Maple."
Wishing her poison type a good rest she let out her next and final Pokemon, "Lopunny, let charm them!" Once the bunny Pokemon was out on the battlefield all quickly took notice that this Pokemon wasn't normal either. May's Lopunny has pink fur on her ears and tail meaning that May's Lopunny was shine. "Well, it looks like I'm not the only one with special Pokemon," said Ash excited. May jumped with joy positively agreeing. "Yeah, isn't my Lopunny so cute!" squealed May happily, "Let not forget your Gardevoir looks so graceful and gorgeous.". 'Once more thank you, Ms. May, my master please tell Ms. May how you full-heartedly think that her Pokemon resemble her wondrous personality and beauty," spoke Ionz in a soothing feminine voice as it curtsied. Ash stiffened with a flushed look before relaying the message, "W-Well, Ionz said she thankful to you May and I-I gotta say you're Pokemon show the same grace and personality that you do." May was shocked and looked over Ash who was blushing with a deep red color. "Y-You really think that of me and my Pokemon?!" said May softly with a warm smile, still blushing. "Of course, I do, but I wasn't expecting to tell you, so publicly," said Ash rubbing his arm feeling very bashful, then pouting at his electric type. May looking away to hide a blush replying, "I think...It sweet" "Awww!" cooed the crowd again, but some jerk had to ruin the moment. "Hey, start the battle already!" yelled an unknown man. This snapped the pair from their awkward conversation. "Oh, right, Ash!
"Alright, let the battle...BEGIN!" announced the ref. "Lopunny, let's get bouncing, " said May she with a smile. Instantly, Lopunny moved into action using her great agility and stamina to nimbly tread the field. "Gardevoir use Calm Mind!" ordered Ash, "Then use Energy Ball!" "Gardevoir!" she shouted enveloping herself in a baby blue energy to raise her special attack and special defense, proceeding to the charge and firing of the green ball. "Lopunny dodge!" Just as the attack was about hit Lopunny elegantly jumped back and escaped unharmed. (A/N: Okay, so my plan was to make this an epic battle, but I'll save that for later sorry. Instead, I want to give a bit of backstory for Gardevoir. It'll come in handy for later as well as Lopunny cuz why not.)
[PokeSpeak while still listening to the orders from their trainers]
"I see you are very agile fast," said Ionz softly in PokeSpeak. "Why thank you, I trained hard to make May proud for helping me live a life away from cruelty," said Lopunny with country girl accent. "Shadow Ball!" Lopunny yelled hurling a ball of shadows at the other female who dodged. "So, you've encountered cruel and selfish human as well?" said Ionz the unleashing her next attack, "Moonblast!" The move hit its target. "Ahhh!" screamed Lopunny and when the fog cleared Lopunny had bruises but still had plenty of energy to fight. Lopunny stood back waiting from May next move, "Yes, I have. I don't usually trust in humans especially the males. The only human male I've come to trust is May's brother Max." "Use double slap!" Lopunny didn't hesitate to charge at Gardevoir slapping Gardevoir with her long powerful ears. "You see my old trainer caught me when I was a Bunnn-eary! Hiya! He was a very well built human constantly praised for his looks and strength. (Grunts in pain from Ionz attack) He convinced me I was special to him and I'd be even more special once I evolved. Then one day that bastard took advantage of my loyalty in my trainer too-aahhh!" the bunny tried to say the cried in pain from Gardevoir's attack. "My apologies, Lopunny you may continue," Ionz apologies retreating to a spot close to her trainer. "He used my trust in him to force mate with him," she said with rage before enacting her next more, "Bounce!" After coming down and hitting Ionz she continued. "That that evil man force breed with me; the trainer I thought as my friend betrayed me in the worst possible way. He hit me, he violated me and took my pureness. If it wasn't for a kindhearted girl who thankfully happened to be passing through the forest heard my screams of pain and came to my rescue. Even though she had to use all her Pokemon to stop the man she beat him and called humans authority," the shiny explained. "I am very sorry to hear that and know that we are all here for you if you have troubles; also, I'm assuming that the human girl who rescued you was Ms. May," the electric type assumed feeling sadness within her heart for Lopunny. "Mmhmmm that is why I can't fail May and I will win this for her!" said Lopunny, "Double slap!"
At the declaration, Ionz understood the rabbit's motivations and determination, yet she also had her motives and strong will. Gardevoir set up a few Reflects before responding with her own declaration, "I myself owe my life to the kindness of my master. I shall not lose!" The ice type Pokemon charged at the bunny with an X-Scissor which was countered by a Dizzy Punch. "I, too, have encounter horrible humans. They experimented on me, hurt me in agonizing ways. I was going to be used as a disposable pawn for a takeover. Ash rescued me and others from such a fate," Ionz breath out feeling the damage from the previous attacks. "Ionz, Double Team." The human-like Pokemon followed suite as copies of it materialized. "Lopunny, Hidden Power!" came the voice of the female trainer. "Hidden Power!" yelled Lopunny delivering the attack. Both females where panting but neither would give up. They were strong and will of iron. "Ionz, I am sorry you had to go through such torture. I know our past has marked us, but I am glad you still show a great will to fight!" Lopunny said with a smile that was returned by the electric type.
[End of Poke speak]
"Your Lopunny is very strong May!" said Ash amazed, "Just seeing the way Lopunny's hops I can tell it was powerful legs and her ears have well-developed muscles. This is such an awesome battle!" May giggled at how Ash's eyes sparkled with joy when he was interested in Pokemon. "Hey, your Gardevoir is very amazing as well" said May, "Her strength is simply astonishing and very well trained." By now both Pokemon had taken a lot of damage was were on their last legs. "Time to finish this! Use thunder/Fire punch" ordered Ash and May in unison. Gardevoir balled both fists with lighting and Lopunny balled both fists with flames. Both of them ran at each other. As they both came closer to each other they both extended their fists and punched each other's face almost instantly they got pushed back by the tremendous power of both punches that knocked each other out. There were a few minutes of silence then..."Weeee, have a tie! The battle between May Maple and Ash Ketchum end in a complete knockout! Both Gardevoir and Lopunny are unable to battle!" announced the Referee along with Hala who took over, "As not only did their Pokemon end in a tie but since neither trainer has a Pokemon standing I declare the final battle of our tournament a tie!" Then everyone in the crowd burst into cheers and roars. Ash and May both called back their Pokemon and thanked them for their help. They then both walked up to each other and shook hands. Ash smiled so brightly as he shook May's hand, "This tie reminds me of the Terracotta contest remember?" "Yeah, I remember it like it was yesterday, now I think this battle was a lot more fun," replied May giving Ash a hug. Ash was surprised at first then hugged back. Once again, the crowd 'awed' at the two. Instantly they both pulled away blushing.
"Ahaha! Wonderful! This concludes today's Pokemon tournament! The current time is 3:30 in the afternoon. Remember, to enjoy the rest of the festivities to your heart's content. Those interested in the Pokemon contest, the time of commencing will be at 6pm tonight!"
Finally, Ash and May collected their prices. The last gift, in particular, was handed personally by Hala himself. He walked up to the two it a blanket covered basket in each hand. Normally, both of these would have bee the sole winners but I suppose you can each take one." The old Kahuna present the baskets to them to which each took one. May took the basket that had a blank with three different colors in a traditional Alolan pattern consisting of bright orange, deep moss green, and a cool aquamarine. Taking the other Ash looked over the blanket with the same patterns with different colors, these as a pumpkin orange, light brown, and a deep dark gray. Both teens looked ecstatic until May realized the strain in her arms brings her to immediately place the basket on the ground. She stared wide-eyed at the Kahuna then at the bundle of woven sticks. How the basket didn't brake with just the weight allude May, but what really got her dumbfounded was the fact that Ash nor Hala looked to be burdened by the weights in the baskets. "Sorry, but what kinds of freaks are you," May demanded to know with a look of disbelief. However, due to her voice being a naturally soft voice he looked more cure that intimidating at least that this moment. Both Ash and Hala shared a glance before laughing brightly. Hala calming down first replied to her question, "I suppose it is a tab bit freakish, haha. (May looked apologetic) Many years of physical work, my dear. Being Kahuna keeps one's muscles strong, even if I look more jolly then buffy, ahha!" Ash just grinned cheekily bring up his arm flexing the tight muscle, "I'm just that awesome!" May snorted before nodding her head dismissively, "Yeah, and Grumpig can fly." Ash deflated was not for he just laughed it off. The tanned man then suggested with a gesture, "Please, look underneath the blankets." So, they did pulling away the sheets to expose two rather small Pokemon. Okay, so the two Pokemon were small in size but big in weight as was normal. May looked down at her basket to see a sleeping Pokemon with a skin coloring mostly of a pale orange with splashes of green. This Pokemon reminded her of Phanpy those a tad bit bigger. Having never seen this Pokemon she pulled out her Pokedex to get a brief description of this Pokemon
Cufant: the copperderm Pokemon.
It digs up the ground with its trunk. It's also very strong, being able to carry loads of over five tons without any problem at all. If a job requires serious strength this Pokemon will excel at it. Its copper body tarnishes in the rain, turning a vibrant green color.
"Wow, a Cufant, huh?" May repeated getting to use to the Pokemon name. The small Pokemon with a trunk was currently sleeping in the basket. Glancing over at Ash's basket she saw a Pokemon that resembled a Blitzle. Ash looked happily at the small quadruped Pokemon in the basket. "Haha, it's a Mudbray, so cool," Ash spoked looking at the small donkey Pokemon. May rose her Pokedex to the Pokemon as well listening to the entry
Mudbray: the donkey Pokemon.
It eats dirt to create mud and smears this mud all over its feet, giving them the grip needed to walk on rough terrain without slipping. Loads weighing up to 50 times as much as its own body weight poses no issue for this Pokemon. It's skilled at making use of mud.
"These two Pokemon are smaller than average as well were born not too long ago and will need much love and care in order to grow healthy and strong," Hala explained looking at the two tournament winners, "In all actuality they weight less than they normally would, so I suppose it really wasn't all the heavy." May pouted replying to the teasing old man, "Speak for yourself. I train and even lift but this is even much for me." After a good laugh, the pair made their way back to their other missing human friends meeting up with Gary and Max at Nurse Joy's treatment station. Professor Kukui and Elio went back to the Pokemon school as it was time for them to go home. "May and Ash your Pokemon are all healed up all that's left Is for them to rest for a bit," remarked Nurse Joy with her cheery attitude. "Thank you so much, Nurse Joy," May said gratefully grabbing her pokeballs, "Hey, Ash, come get your...Huh?" She looked around but didn't find Ash. "Is it okay if I take his Pokémon and give them to him," May asked. The Nurse looked skeptical but reluctantly allowed it as she seems to be the Champion's close friend. "I guess it will be alright I trust you so don't make me regret trusting you," replied nurses Joy. Taking Ash's Pokemon she walked to a table where Gary, Max, and Pikachu were sitting. They told her Ash had left to use the restroom.
Okay and done. Feeuww, okay so this chapter and last are my second attempts to writing battles. I tried my best to keep it with the same kind of uniqueness Ash's battles usually have. Either way, I hope you like the battles and stay toon for more. The next chapter will most likely be about the Pokemon contest or filler not sure just yet.
AS THE JOURNEY CONTINUES!