Happy Holidays! So since it is officially the weekend before Christmas I have decided to post this as a way to not only say happy holidays but also to inform you all that I will not be posting again until after the holiday season. I work in retail and will need the break from the craziness.
It will not be a long break but I figured you all should know so you don't think I've given up on this fic or the other Pokemon cross I've got going right now.
Remember unless it's OC I DON'T OWN IT!
Also I would like at this time to announce that I have officially begun posting on Ao3 as well under the name Avian91 so if you wish to look it up I plan to eventually crosspost this fic, Legacy, and a few others that haven't been read or seen on this site.
Chapter Five
Yang Xao Long looked at the screen inside the Pokémon center she stopped at midway between Viridian City and Pewter City.
On it was the Kanto contest opener where she watched Harry and Dazzler show off their abilities. She smiled at the sight of her crush showing off before the story changed.
"And this marks the first time Harry Ketchum participated in an official contest with his Aloha variant Ninetails Dazzler." The male anchor of the PNN or Pokémon News Network that kept up to date in many televised events from Contest to Showcases while also being a big channel for gossip and rumors.
"Surprisingly this also makes him the first member of the Ketchum family to participate in contest." The female anchor said.
"Many question if this means the youngest male Ketchum will become a full time Coordinator or if he will continue to be a Trainer and take on Coordinator challenges as well?" She questioned.
"The next question surrounding the members of the 'Kanto Royal Family' is who are the mysterious new teens surrounding him?" She asked as a video played of said 'royal family' leaving a restaurant.
With Harry at point with Ash and Red beside him before the video paused showing the images of Neville, Tonks, and Hermione as their photos were minimized before the two anchors.
"From their trainer registrations we've found them to be Neville Longbottom who plans to take the Fighting Type Challenges, and the Grass Type Challenges." The male said as Neville's picture was highlighted.
"Next is Nymphadora 'Dora' Tonks who is currently registered to take part in the Fire Type Challenges, and the Electric Type Challenges." The punk styled teen had her photo highlighted.
"Finally is Hermione Granger who plans to take part in the Water Type Challenges, and the Psychic Type Challenges." Yang growled as Hermione's picture was highlighted.
"There is a bit of a mystery surrounding these three. While they're registered in Pallet Town of Kanto there is no town or region of origin in their registration. The only other thing mentioned is that they are Aura Guardians in training as well." The male anchor said.
"Who are these three and what connection do they have to the youngest male of the 'Kanto Royal Family'?" Yang growled once more before she grabbed the nearby remote and shut off the screen.
"Lots of anger towards the royal family?" A male asked making Yang look at a man with red hair while his face was covered by a white bone-like mask with a pair of horns that looked like they belonged to a bull.
"More those stupid newbies that are around them." Yang said, looking away once more.
"Have a thing against Aura Guardians?" He asked, making her sigh as she activated one of her gauntlets.
"I am an Aura Guardian…in training at least." She added making the teen look at her.
"Then why are you angry with the three?" He asked, making her growl.
"Because that bushy haired bitch stole my man! I was so close to Harry long before that bitch came around!" She growled at him, making him raise an eyebrow.
"Sounds kind of petty if I'm being honest." He commented, making Yang glare at him.
"Imagine being around so many unless peons who think because you're blond with big tits you've got no brains. Then one boy…one dark-haired green-eyed boy…comes along and he treats you with respect. With dignity.
You spend months at a time together and you see that not only are the pair of your powerful beyond belief, but you're also both compatible in many ways. So you try to capture his interest in which he politely declines. You keep trying…then he vanishes for close to a year."
She said, picking up her can of soda and taking a deep dreg. "Then he comes back. You expect happiness and joy as he finally accepts your feelings. Only to find some new bitch who came back with him…and has stolen him for her own.
So you attack to get him back…only for him to step in and show you just how much he's been holding back against you. Until he looks at you in pure anger and rage. You can't imagine the anger that builds in one's heart after years of feels go up in smoke…all because of some new bitch!"
She growled before drinking her soda again. "So you'd being interested in looking into putting the 'new bitch' in her place?" He asked making her look at him again.
Adam placed his hand upon a katana-like blade on his hip. "I happen to work for a group that are looking to remind people of just why Aura users are dangerous while also looking to shake up everything in chaos.
We also know that Ketchum there…" He said motioning to the turned off tv. ``…is going to be a major barrier in our way."
"You mean to kill him?!" Yang growled looking to activate her gauntlets only for the teen to hold his hands up.
"No. Just keep him out of our way. If you were to help that could mean just keeping him in a location where he wouldn't harm us." He said, making her blink.
"You'd get a chance to deal with the new bitch before she could get in our way, and Ketchum would be yours to look after." He said, making Yang think about it before smirking.
"I'm in." She said before the teen smirked.
"Welcome to the White Fang. I'm Adam Taurus." He introduced himself.
"Yang Xiao Long." She said, shaking his hand with a smirk.
By the time Harry and his group made it back to the Pokémon center the night before the group of four headed off to bed.
After snagging the packages from Ash while the adults either went home or to their hotels. "Can't believe I forgot we're going to have to deal with that kind of thing more often now." Tonks complained as she walked out of the girls' shower in their shared room.
Hermione chuckled from her place at the mirror desk where she was brushing her hair for the night. "You got used to being the child of a paparazzi instead of the target of them." Hermione pointed out making Tonks think about it before nodding.
She lifted the package from Ash. "I wonder what Ash wanted to give us?" She asked aloud as she opened the box.
"Probably something to help us on our journey." Hermione commented as Tonks lifted a small box, this one purple.
"It's a Xtransceiver." She commented seeing the slightly larger screen watch that she remembered Harry using often.
"Eh?" Hermione asked as she accepted her box. Her box was blue and included a note.
"'Dear Hermione. These Xtransceiver devices are so you guys can not only keep in contact with one another but so you can reach out to us if you need us. Serena already programmed our home number, as well as Harry's Xtransceiver number inside. Harry can show you how to use the other functions. Good journey! Ash.'" She read aloud before looking at the box.
"I was right." She commented thinking a communication device would be essential if the group was ever separated for any reason.
"But what did he get Harry…he already has one of these?" Tonks asked, making Hermione wonder as well.
Harry looked at the set of capsule pods. Coordinators in Sinnoh use these to enhance the entrances of their Pokémon during Contest. Harry shook his head since he knew his dad only got him these because of a gut feeling.
"Sometimes I wonder if he really is a squib or just a psychic with visions." He wondered internally before looking towards Neville as he wore his new Xtransceiver, this one green.
"Are you ready for tomorrow?" Harry asked his friend who blinked but nodded. "Yes. Both Scrapper and Menace trained hard and are ready. Just as long as they don't pull out a three Pokémon minimum on us out of the blue I should be fine." He explained making Harry nod in understanding as the pair moved to turn in for the night.
The next morning Harry, Tonks, and Hermione sat in the crowd as Neville stood out with the other competitors. "Welcome to the first of the Type Challenges!" The same MC from yesterday's contest called out as she walked out.
"Welcome to the Fighting Type Challenge of Viridian City!" She called, getting cheers from the crowd. "To explain the rules for today's event as well as what is to be expected today is Kanto's own Bruno of the Final Four!" She called as a muscular man walked out wearing karate gi pants and a belt with wild black hair.
"Huh…makes sense since he is the number one expert of Fighting Types here in Kanto." Harry commented aloud.
"Welcome one and all!" Bruno called out towards the crowd in Viridian City. "Today begins the first challenge. Today each competitor will face off in a one round elimination tournament." Bruno said as the screen behind him lit up showing a tournament bracket with slots for sixteen names.
"For the first rounds each Challenger will only be allowed to use a single Pokémon." Bruno said before eliminating lines until the semi-finals and finals appeared.
"Once the final four have been found the challengers will then be allowed to switch to a second Pokémon for the remainder of the tournament." He said making Neville sigh in relief since he only had two fighting types.
"The final two will earn a reward of a donated Pokémon of a Fighting type from a gym leader or one of the final four of a different region in a random draw. First place will also be awarded this Fighting Symbol." He said holding up a golden coin.
"With that the rules have been decided…please wait as your names are drawn to determine your matches." Bruno said before walking towards the MC and two other beings both wearing martial artist uniforms.
"Who do you think Neville will start with?" Tonks asked Harry who thought about it.
"He'll probably want to start with Menace since she hasn't had the same amount of time training up her endurance and stamina as Scrapper. Plus the later matches will be the ones that will be against stronger opponents. I doubt Scrapper would forgive him for not giving him a shot."
Harry commented, making the punk styled teen nod after a moment. The first three matches were rather entertaining but there was little substance to them, but Neville walked up at the fourth match.
"Now comes the match between Neville Longbottom and Amy Roost!" The MC called as Amy lifted her Pokéball.
"Machop I choose you!" She called out as a small blue human-like Pokémon appeared before her. Neville grabbed a ball as well.
"Menace front and center!" Neville called before releasing his Mankey who pumped her fist as she took her stance.
"Begin!"
"Focus Energy!" Neville called making Menace pause as she glowed white.
"Get in close and use Low Kick!" Amy called out, making her Machop nod as it rushed towards Menace.
Neville waited a few seconds until Machop was almost on top of them. "Now jump above it and use your Low Kick!" Neville called, making Menace nod as she jumped into the air and launched a red glowing foot at the Machop hitting it directly in the face.
Machop was sent back holding its face while Menace landed and jumped around in place on her feet.
"Atta girl!" Neville called making the Mankey cheer at the praise.
Amy ignored the other human. "Are you alright?" She asked making her Machop raise a thump towards her.
"Okay. Use Revenge!" She called making the Machop glow red as it charged at Mankey.
"Counter it with Brick Break!" Neville called out, making Menace nod as she rushed to meet Machop, her fist glowing red, and the pair struck together causing them to be pushed back.
"Smart move." Harry commented. "Neville knew that Menace wasn't fast enough to pull off a second sneak attack, so he had her use one of the TM taught moves to counter and reduce the damage dealt." Harry explained before either girl could ask what he meant.
"Now while you have the chance Bulk Up!" Neville called as Menace took a pose and glowed red around her body.
"Get in there before she finishes and hit her with Low Kick!" Amy called out hoping to stop the power up move before it finished.
Machop rushed forward and attempted to kick out at Menace, but she dodged around it without command, making Neville smile.
"Looks like those sessions with Harry paid off." He said before looking at Menace. "Covet!" He called making Menace nod as her fist glowed white and she struck Machop in the chest making it call out as it stumbled back.
"Machop?!" Amy called out in worry as Machop held its chest panting slightly. Neville waited to see what would happen knowing it was dishonorable to attack an opponent that wasn't fully ready to fight.
"Can you keep going?" Amy asked in a light tone Machop tried to reassure her but wound up taking a knee instead.
"I surrender the battle!" She told the ref. who nodded and raised the flag towards Neville. "Amy has surrendered the battle. The victor is Neville and his Mankey!" He called making Neville return Menace before he walked up.
"Here this won't heal him as much as the Center could, but it will at least help." He said offering Amy a Potion spray bottle making her look at him in surprise.
"Aren't you going to need it?" She asked making Neville shake his head.
"He needs it more." He said motioning towards Machop. "Thank you." She accepted the bottle and used it causing Machop to flinch slightly but relax as he began to breathe easier.
"Good luck in the rest of the competition." Amy said as she returned Machop. "And…thanks again." She added before heading off to the Pokémon Center to ask Nurse Joy to give her Machop a full checkup.
Neville nodded as he left the stage. "And just like that Neville has shown everyone just what kind of man he is." Harry commented looking over towards Neville's competition most of whom were looking at him in respect, while others were reevaluating him.
The round concluded soon before giving the trainers three minutes to check over their Pokémon and allow them to use what materials they had on hand to help before they would continue. Menace was chewing on some Ouran Berries to not only rebuild her heath but to restock her energy.
"Challengers time for the second round!" The MC called, making Neville and Menace nod to one another before she was returned to her Pokéball.
This time Neville would be in the second match against the third bracket trainer. A young man that looked like a Bug Catcher. "Now the second match of challenge will begin. Jessie of Petalburg against Neville Longbottom. Trainers release your Pokémon!" The ref. called out making Jessie act first.
"Heracross I choose you!" He called out the blue stag beetle.
"Menace front and center!" Neville called once more, making his Mankey partner appear before him.
"Begin!" The ref. called lowering both flags. "Heracross Fury Attack!" The Bug/Fighting type nodded as it rushed forward to strike with its horn in a blur of attacks.
Menace raised her hands and was soon blocking each attack reminiscent of her training with Harry learning to block and dodge attacks.
"What?!" Jessie called out in disbelief at the sight.
"Way to go girl! Use Covet when you see your chance!" Neville called out in praise, making Menace nod. Soon she swept aside an attack and punched Heracross in the stomach with the Normal Type move causing it to fall back but keep on its feet.
"Looks like those sessions with you have paid off. I never knew Menace could block like that." Tonks said, making Harry chuckle.
"Her species have a very low defensive rate making it, so they have powerful attacks, but little to no defense. Knowing this I worked with her to learn how to block, and redirect moves to increase not only her overall defense, but to help her avoid getting harmed in battle." He explained making Tonks nod in understanding and start to wonder what Harry would have in mind during their next training session.
Jessie seemed to growl. "Focus Punch!" He called making Heracross go still as its body glowed red.
"Oh crap!" Neville and Harry thought together before Neville acted.
"Menace, we've got to break his concentration! Get in close and use Covet again!" He called out, making Menace nod as she rushed forward and struck Heracross in the stomach again, this time making the Bug flinch as the pain registered.
"Oh no!" Jessie called as the glow around Heracross vanished.
"Now before he can try again, use Low Kick!" Neville called, making Menace nod as she swept the legs of the Pokémon before her, causing it to land on its back.
"Get up! Get up and fight!" Jessie called out in anger at the sight of his Pokémon down on the ground. Heracross tried to get up only for it to fall onto its back again this time with swirls around the eyes.
"Heracross is unable to continue! Neville and Mankey win!" The ref. called once more raising the green flag for Neville's side.
"Ugh! Useless!" Jessie called out as he returned the bug and stomped off making Harry sigh as he shook his head.
"Some people never learn." He said, making the girls look towards him.
"That Heracross has been stunted by that trainer. He must have taught it Focus Punch thinking that powerful move would be all he needed to defeat people. Never bothering to train up the other abilities it had or its overall stats." He commented.
Both Tonks and Hermione thought about the first round where Jessie had passed only because his Heracross had been able to successfully get off its Focus Punch attack since it seemed on the ropes for the bulk of the match.
Neville stood beside Menace as she was given a checkup by Harry via Aura. It was a technique that could evaluate the health of a being and even help with smaller issues.
"She's fine Nev. Just tired and a little hungry." Harry said once he was done making Neville sigh in relief.
"Good. You were excellent out there girl. I'm very proud of you." He said kneeling before Menace and hugging her close.
At first Menace was surprised before she smiled and accepted the hug with one of her own. "It's nice to see a trainer who shows such compassion both on and off the field." Neville looked up to see Bruno walking up.
"Hello Bruno. How are you?" Harry asked politely. As a member of Kanto's elite four Bruno was often seen in the offseason around the Ketchum household to discuss important information with Harry's dad and the other elite four.
"I am well young Harry, and from what I've seen out there you've begun to teach." He said, making Harry nod.
"Neville is my friend, but he didn't grow up around Pokémon. So when he asked for help I didn't hesitate to give it." He explained making Bruno smile.
"Yes you inherited your father's heart alright." He said, making Harry scratch the back of his head with a chuckle.
"And as for you young man. It was very wise to see your own faults and to ask for help to improve them. You've chosen a fine friend and teacher to help you throughout your journey." Bruno said to Neville who nodded.
"Thank you sir." He said, making Bruno nod before he moved off to meet some of the other contestants. "Nice guy…if a bit stoic." Neville commented, making Harry outright laugh.
The pair of humans separated with Harry taking Menace with him so she could watch the show and eat a few extra protein bars Harry had picked up at the store. "Do you think Scrapper is ready for this?" Hermione couldn't help but ask.
While she had faith in Neville and his first partner, a part of her couldn't help but worry for the upcoming fights. "I believe the little guy will surprise us all before the day is done." Harry said, making Hermione nod after a moment.
The group watched Neville walked out with a man wearing a blue hoodie over his Gi and a pair of blue headphones around his neck, another man wearing similar clothing only with red headphones and hoodie, and a young lady wearing a red tracksuit with white lines and blond hair pulled back.
"Welcome to the Semi-Finals!" The MC called out getting loud cheers from everyone. The crowd was now hyped up after the past battles and looking for more.
"Our final four are ready to battle with one another for the chance to earn this Fist Symbol!" She called holding up the coin in question getting the crowd hyped once more.
"Our finalist are Tyson from Striation City of Unova!" She called making the blue hoodie wearer wave. "Bryson also from Striation City of Unova!" This time the red hoodie wearer waved, making Harry raise an eyebrow as the pair kept their hoods up covering their faces.
"From Veilstone City in the Sinnoh Region Vanessa!" The only woman waved to the crowd. "Finally from Kanto Aura Guardian trainee Neville!" Neville bowed slightly to the crowd.
Vanessa looked over at Neville in surprise. "You're a trainee guardian?" She asked, making him nod.
"Yes. My friends and I are traveling with our teacher." He said making her nod not knowing he meant the other male teen traveling with him.
"I look forward to our battle them." She said, making him nod.
"First up is Tyson and Neville! Trainers take your positions!" The MC called out as Neville and Tyson moved off while Bryson and Vanessa moved off to the side.
"This match is between Tyson of Striation City and Neville of Kanto! This will be a one-on-one match with no substitutions!" The ref. called out before raising both flags. "Trainers release your Pokémon!" He called out.
"Scrapper front and center!" Neville called releasing his Tyrogue who took his fighting pose.
"Sawk let's rock!" Tyson called out as a blue Pokémon wearing a karate Gi appeared before him.
"So that's the reason behind the colors?" Harry questioned making the girls look at him in confusion.
"Unova like Kanto has a pair of Fighting Types that are considered great rivals against one another. However, instead of a kickboxer, and a boxer, their pair are a karate expert…" He said pointing towards the Sawk. "…and a red judo expert." He said motioning over towards Bryson.
"It seems these two are just as much rivals as they are brothers." He said, making the girls look at him.
"How do you know they're brothers?" Tonks asked.
"Use your Aura sight." He said, making her blink before she looked out her eyes slightly glowing as the main colors faded away until she noticed the aura around the two from Unova. Both were surrounded in bright purple auras with hints of blue in Tyson and red in Bryson.
"Only twins have such closely colored auras." Harry pointed out as the color returned.
"What did the Weasley twins look like?" She asked him, causing him to smile.
"Red and gold perfectly running together in a striped line." He answered, making Tonks blink.
"Honestly…that doesn't surprise me." She said, making Hermione nod in agreement. Those two were the epitome of Gryffindor courage and drive.
"Begin!" The ref. Called.
"Focus Energy!"
"Bulk Up!" Both boys called out causing Sawk to glow white while Scrapper glowed red.
"Double Kick!" Tyson called as Sawk seemed to vanish and was suddenly on Scrapper.
"Counter!" Neville called, making Scrapper grab Sawk by the leg and perform an over the shoulder throw causing it to hit the ground. Sawk jumped back up and moved away with Scrapper standing in place.
"Nicely done warrior!" Harry called out through his cupped hands while Tonks used her pinkies to whistle loudly. "That's my boy!" Champ called from his place next to Harry since he decided to bring both him and Lora out to watch their son fight.
"Low Sweep!" Tyson called as Sawk charge with his speed again.
"Endure!" Neville called making Scrapper take a standing pose glowing white as he took the hit without moving.
"Now Brick Break before it can get away!" Neville called, making Scrapper reach out and grab the Sawk by the leg as he pushed his other arm out and scored a hit against the larger Pokémon's chest.
"Nice!" Neville called in happiness as Scrapper started to bounce in place.
"Revenge!" Tyson called out making Sawk move and struck true for the first time as Scrapper took a kick to his cheek. Scrapper glared at the Sawk as it charged forward once more.
Once it got in close, Scrapper surprised everyone when he jumped into the air and launched a red glowing kick to the surprised Karate Pokémon's face.
"That was Revenge…looks like the little guy picked up a skill or two." Harry commented slightly surprised but he knew that Pokémon were always learning and growing.
It can happen that they learn new moves during a battle. "Nicely done!" Neville called out surprised but no less impressed with his partner.
"Rogue!" Scrapper called out making Sawk rub its face and take his fighting stance once more.
"Looks like he's earned some respect from his opponent." Champ said to his mate who nodded.
"He is a resilient one. I'll give him that." Lora said. "Takes after his mama." Champ pointed out making Lora look away with a slight blush on her cheeks.
"Double Kick!" Tyson called out once more. "Meet it headlong with Brick Break!" Neville called out making Scrapper move faster and struck his fist against the legs of Sawk.
"Your partner has a lot of fight in him!" Tyson called out to Neville who smiled.
"And yours has a lot of spirit!" He called making Tyson smile under his hood as he raised his hands and lowered the hood allowing everyone to see a dark-skinned young man with a streak of blue hair in his black hair.
"I look forward to our future bouts…but now it's time to end this! Mega Kick!" He called making Sawk jump back and glow white as he rushed forward with his legs extended out.
"Wait…" Neville called as Scrapper took a stance waiting.
"What's he doing?!" Tonks demanded.
"Just wait." Harry said already having an idea of what was going to happen.
"Scrapper will be hurt!" Hermione called out in worry.
"Wait!" Harry hissed at the pair of teens making them bulk back at the heated tone. Scrapper waited as Sawk came closer and closer. The moment Sawk made to impact, Scrapper Neville reacted.
"Now Counter!" Neville called, making Scrapper move and avoid the kick before grabbing the Sawk by the leg once more. The sound of Sawk hitting the matted ground filled the room as people waited on bated breath.
Sawk tried to get up as Scrapper waited nearby. Sawk looked up at Scrapper before passing out face front. Neville blinked as the ref. raised his green flag.
"Sawk is unable to continue! The winner is Neville and his Tyrogue!" Scrapper looked around in surprise as the crowd called out a part of him had been lost in the battle and very focused.
"Way to go!" Neville called out making Scrapper run up and grasp forearms with his trainer.
"Sawk return." Tyson returned his Pokémon and walked up.
"Nicely done. You caught me by surprise with that Counter move." Tyson said, holding his hand out. Neville smiled as he shook hands with the hoodie wearing trainer.
"Thanks for the bout." Neville said as he and Scrapper both bowed to Tyson who returned it.
"Good luck against my brother." He said before turning to leave as Neville and Scrapper moved off to the waiting area where Harry was standing ready to checkup on Scrapper while Lora and Champ praised their son for his fight.
"What can you tell me about his brothers Pokémon?" Neville asked Harry who looked up from his work.
"Sawk is the more defensive of the pair." Harry explained as he continued examining Scrapper.
"Throh their Judo counterparts are far more focused on powerful attacks, but their defense and speed are lacking. If you can keep your distance and move quickly you'll have a better chance." Harry said, making Neville nod before the pair were shocked to hear the ref. speak again so soon.
"Riolu is unable to continue! The Winner is Bryson and his Throh!" The pair looked up to see Vanessa cradling her Riolu partner as a large bulky red Pokémon stood before them.
"Although…sometimes that may not be enough." Harry added as he went back to work to make sure Scrapper would have every chance of victory.
Neville once more stood out on the field with Bryson the red hoodie wearing trainer from Unova. "This will mark the final battle. The winner will not only receive a Pokémon from one of the fighting type gym leaders or elite four around the world but the Fist Symbol. Second place will also receive a Pokémon as well as a few health supplements." The MC motioned towards a stack of bottles.
"Trainers release you Pokémon!" The ref. called.
"Throh time to rumble!" Bryson called out as the red bulky Pokémon appeared.
"Scrapper front and center!" Neville called as his first partner appeared.
"Begin!" The ref. called. "Circle Throw!" Bryson called out as Throh moved to grab Scrapper.
"Jump above it and strike with Brick Break!" Neville called out making Scrapper attack from above, but Throh didn't even flinch from the attack.
"Superpower!" Throh turned and hit Scrapper with a large red glowing fist making Scrapper cry out as he went flying back.
"Scrapper!" Neville called out in worry as the Tyrogue bounced on the mat before raising to his feet. "Are you okay?!" Neville called out, making Scrapper shake his head to clear it before nodding.
"Bulk Up!" Neville called making Scrapper glow red. "Brick Break!" Bryson called out as Throh rocked forward.
"Now Counter before it hits!" Neville called as Scrapper tried to throw Throh over his shoulder, but this time the results were different.
"Vital Throw!" Bryson called as Throh landed on its feet before lifting Scrapper and slamming him onto the ground.
Harry flinched at the impact while keeping a hand on Champ's shoulder. He knew the Hitmonchan was looking to go out and save his son, but this fight was Scrappers.
"Scrapper!" Neville almost rushed forward but he knew the moment his foot touched the mat Scrapper would be disqualified. Scrapper slowly got back onto his feet looking tired and hurt.
"I…!" Neville started to call the surrender only for Scrapper to call out to him.
"Don't!" He shouted, making Neville look back at him. "You're hurt bud…" He started making Scrapper nod.
"But I'm not out! Let me see this through!" Scrapper called making Neville sigh at the idea.
"If that's what you want?" He asked, making Scrapper nod.
"Alright then. Brick Break!" He called, making Scrapper nod as he charged and struck Throh in the center before he jumped back.
"Keep up your speed!" Neville called out making Scrapper give an affirmative.
"Can they pull this off?" Tonks asked Harry who sighed. "I honestly don't know." Harry said. "True Scrapper has training and speed, but that Throh has some power behind it. It could be touch and go." He said, making Tonks worry.
"Come on son…" Champ said in worry as Lora took one of his hands in hers.
"You should've stayed down when you had the chance." Bryson growled out.
"Vital Throw again!" He called out as Throh tried to grab Scrapper only for the little guy to grab him this time and throw him over.
"We don't give up that easily!" Neville called back after watching Scrapper use the move Counter successfully this time. "Doesn't mean I'm going to make it easy for you!" Bryson called before Throh attacked again, sending Scrapper flying once more.
Neville paused hesitating for just a moment as Scrapper once more stood up. "Stop trying…" Scrapper said looking at Throh. "…to make me…" He lifted himself up straight pumping his fist. "…give up!" He growled before his entire body suddenly glowed white.
Harry leaned up as he watched Scrapper grow and bulked out slightly as his body rounded out at the top, his arms grew longer and his feet longer as well. Harry smiled as he looked towards the mated pairing of Champ and Lora.
"The little warrior is grown up." He said, making the pair nod.
"Scrapper?" Neville asked as the light faded. Scrapper stood tall and rejuvenated.
"Hitmonlee!" He called out raising his leg up to and quickly kicked his leg rapidly before he stood up once more.
"Would you look at that!" Tonks called out in surprise as Neville took out his dex.
"Hitmonlee the Kicking Pokémon." He read. "Ability is now Limber, and hidden ability is now Unburden. Has learned the moves Double Kick, and Low Kick." He looked up to see Scrapper continuing to stretch out his body.
"Oh yeah…I could get used to this!" Scrapper said his voice now changed from a mild youth tone to a deeper voice.
"Match Continue!" The ref. called out making the trainers nod.
"Let's do this Scrapper! Low Kick!" Neville called making Scrapper nod as he vanished from sight and scored a kick to Throh's chin from below.
"Holy Harpies did you see that?!" Tonks called out in shock. Scrapper's speed had greatly increased and from the looks of shock on both Bryson and Throh so had his power.
"That's it Scrapper Bulk Up!"
"Yeah!" Scrapper called as his body glowed red.
"Vital Throw!" Bryson called out as Neville smirked.
"Double Kick!" He called making Scrapper move inside the Throh's personal space and kick out. Striking it twice on the chest as it fell back.
"Kick his ass son!" Lora called out this time having to be held back by Champ who was just as excited.
"Now finish this! Brick Break!" Neville called as Scrapper rushed forward his leg glowing red this time as he jumped and delivered the attack to Throh's head making it cry out as its eyes whitened out.
Throh hit the ground while Scrapper jumped back and stood there with one leg up ready to continue if needed. Throh made to get up his face scrunched up with the effort before it fell to the ground once more.
The ref. waited long enough to see the swirls in the Judo Pokémon's eyes before raising his green flag.
"Throh is unable to continue! The Winner of the match and tournament is Neville and his Hitmonlee!" He called out making the arena cry out in awe as Neville looked on in shock for a second before jumping into the air.
"We did it!" He called out before rushing forward and hugging the slightly larger Scrapper who was almost blown over from the move but hugged his trainer back just as happy.
"You did it buddy!" Neville called out as Scrapper hugged him close.
"Way to go little warrior!" Harry called out while Tonks and Hermione cheered beside him.
Harry stood as he watched Champ and Lora as they fondled over their son in his now adult stage, the trio celebrating not only his victory but welcoming him to this stage of his life.
"They look happy." Neville said as he approached making Harry chuckle.
"I remember watching something like this back when Lunar first evolved." He said looking at his God-brother before reaching into one of his pockets.
"I got this for you. In preparation for your victory today." He said, handing Neville a green case. Neville looked at it before opening it to find eight circular slots inside.
"They're for trainers taking on two of the Type Challenges. They're calling them Symbol boxes." He explained making Neville smile as he reached into his pocket and pulled out the golden coin he had been awarded.
"And your new partner?" He asked as Neville placed the coin inside and sealed the box.
"I was actually coming out here to see just who they are. Care to join me?" He asked, making Harry smile and nod as the pair moved off to give the family some privacy.
"Now this Pokémon apparently comes from Hoenn and doesn't become a Fighting type for some time. At least that's how Bruno explained it to me." Neville said before opening the fifth Pokéball from his belt releasing a small Pokémon. It was mainly an off-white color with green dots and a green underbelly.
"Ah…A Shroomish." Harry said, nodding.
"Bruno was right. At this stage this little guy is only a Grass type, but once he evolves he'll be a Grass/Fighting type." Harry explained to his friend who nodded as he pulled out his dex.
"Shroomish the Mushroom Pokémon…hitting it a little on the head there aren't they?" He asked after pausing, making Harry shrug.
"Ability Effect Spore?" Neville asked, making Harry smile.
"If another Pokémon physically attacks him they'll be poisoned, paralyzed, or put to sleep." He said making Neville blink but hum in understanding.
"Hidden Ability Quick Feet. Male. Egg Move Seed Bomb. Knows the moves Absorb, Tackle, Stun Spore, and Leech Seed." Neville said before putting the dex away.
"A nice starting point. Plus as luck would have it he'll be a great help towards your goals." Harry said as Neville knelt and formed an Aura Bond with the new member of his team. "I think I'll call you…Spore after your ability." He said, making Harry smile.
That is until the pair heard a voice shouting. "You useless Bug!" The pair looked at one another before rushing off.
They eventually found Jessie from the competition with his Heracross before him as he shouted. "You lost to a Mankey! A Mankey! You should've had her but no you had to get distracted and lose the fight!" He shouted berating the Pokémon.
"I don't need losers on my team!" He shouted before crushing something at his feet.
"Blast!" Harry cursed as he and Neville rushed forward. "Halt!" He called out, making Jessie turn towards them with a glare.
"And what do you want?!" He hissed at the pair.
"Jessie of Petalburg you are under arrest for abandonment of a Pokémon witnessed by an Aura Guardian and a trainee Aura Guardian!" Harry ordered making Jessie flinch back.
"Come quietly or there will be trouble." Harry ordered.
"Try and take me!" He called out as he turned to run only for Harry and Neville to reach out and lift him into the air using their abilities. The pair dragged him back despite the boy's attempt to run away until turning him to face them.
"You have the right to remain silent…" Harry started as he took out a pair of cuffs now that he had since he was allowed his full gear.
Soon Jessie was wheeled off in the back of a Police cruiser with an Officer Jenny taking Harry and Neville's statements. "Thanks boys we would've never caught him if you hadn't been there." Officer Jenny said, making the pair nod.
"What will happen to his Pokémon?" Harry asked, knowing they had confiscated the criminals' other Pokémon.
"Luckily besides the Heracross he abandoned he only had a Beedrill and a Metapod with him. Nurse Joy is going to look after them before releasing them into Viridian Forest. As for the Heracross…" She started looking towards the Bug/Fighting type in question. "…unfortunately we don't know what to do for that one." Harry nodded after a minute.
"If it were to get out that a Heracross was released in the area knowing Focus Punch the forest would be swarmed with trainers and wouldn't give them a moment's peace." He said looking worried.
"I can take him." Neville said, making Officer Jenny and Harry look towards him.
"As an Aura Guardian in training one of my duties is to look after Pokémon in need of a good home. I'm also a fighting type trainer. I can look after him and help him grow until he decides if he wants to travel with me full time or be released back into the wild." Neville pointed out making Officer Jenny think about it.
"Actually that would probably be for the best." She said, making Harry agree.
"Let's go meet your new teammate." Harry said, making Neville smile. The pair approached Heracross who still looked a little down.
"Hello Heracross." Neville said, making the Pokémon look towards him before looking away. "I'm sorry that trainer hurt you. No one deserves to be treated like that." He said, making Heracross sigh.
"The Nurse Joy here is going to look after Beedrill and Metapod." He said, making Heracross look toward him with relief on his face.
"Hera?" He asked making Neville look towards Scrapper who had rejoined the pair when they marched Jessie back into the building in cuffs. "He's asking what's going to happen to him?" Scrapper translated since Neville didn't have an aura bond with Heracross.
"Well with your permission I'd like to take you on." Neville said, making Heracross look at him in shock.
"Hera! Heracross cross!" It called. "Why? I'm a loser. I couldn't beat anyone besides that first battle I had." Scrapper translated.
"Because there is more to training a Pokémon than simply using a machine to teach it a powerful move. You need to take the time to help them reach their full potential. In that regard Jessie failed you. Not the other way around." Neville stressed Jessie's guilt, making Heracross look away for a second before looking back at Neville.
"Heracross?"
"You think so?" Scrapper asked, making Neville smile.
"I know so. What do you say…Partners?" Neville asked, making Heracross hesitate when Neville held his hand out.
Before he nodded and accepted the hand allowing the bond to form. Through it Neville could feel the fear of abandonment from Heracross and pumped through his reassurance that no such thing would ever happen.
It would take time and effort, but Heracross would eventually be okay once again.
That's all for now. Once more happy holidays! R&R
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