Chapter 186 Normal Anomaly
While hoping for Rayquaza, Ash, Aria, and Lisia are now at the Night Club, and they find Simon there.
Simon: Newest emergency on deck. You know the meteor? As in THE meteor?
Ash: You mean Arceus' Meteor?
Simon: It may have been found. And where that is, there's a chance Lin is there as well. Ciel and Samson have gone to scout it out, but we're rallying more backup if it becomes necessary. You'd make a good vanguard as always too. The meteor was found in a New World gate inside Citrine Mountain. In case the worst is afoot, it may be best to hurry.
Aria: So it is not Rayquaza...
Ash: But it will be a good opportunity to find another new Anomaly...
The three of them rush to the Citrine Mountain 3F, and they quickly enter the New World Portal to find themselves in the New World. Ciel and Samson are already there as they greet them.
Ciel: Ah, Ash, you're just in time... is what I would say if there were anything to be in time for. But folks always are saying things like that, aren't they?
Samson: Meteor's a dud.
Ciel: Rather. We were summoned up here on the pretense that this was Team Meteor's titular space rock. It appears that is not so.
Samson: "Team Space Rock" almost sounds cooler though...
Ciel: It doesn't. Terra said the original meteor should be sealed in crystal, but there's not a speck of crystal here to be found. We can only assume that this is some other, run-of-the-mill brand meteor.
Samson: To be fair, she also said it was covered in several other things, such as rubber Duckletts, and glycerin-free lube.
Ciel: Yes. I am choosing to ignore all of those things, thank you. All in all, this is an utter letdown.
Samson: I was looking forward to knocking Lin's skull for what she did back in Agate too. But it appears petty vengeance will have to wait for another day. Been searching around for too long already and there's nothing to do. We were just about to throw in the towel when you arrived.
Ciel: You're certainly welcome to stay and admire the pretty space rock if you're so inclined, but adjust your expectations accordingly.
Samson: The actual meteor's still gotta be out there somewhere. Best we save our energy for when it actually comes to.
Ciel: Ta-ta for the time.
After that, both Ciel and Samson leave, and Ash and the group continues to look at the meteor.
Aria: So we're really here just for nothing? I was hoping to find some new Anomaly...
Ash: I think I might have a clue about this one...(Looks around) There seem to be four paths with four meteors...
Lisia: You're suggesting that we should touch those meteor rocks to see if something is going to happen?
Ash: Might as well.
As they are pressing the meteors, Aria decides to ask Ash a question.
Aria: So what kind of Legendary Pokemon or Mythical Pokemon is related to meteors?
Ash: Now that you mention it...I think I know one...
After pressing the final meteor, they find the Pokemon with the glow rushing towards them.
Lisia: That's Deoxys!
Ash: The DNA Pokemon from Outer Space...I knew that there is something fishy about this place...
The Anomaly Deoxys go for Clefable, Mega Metagross, Darkrai, Genesect, and two Deoxys to battle them.
Lisia: Those two Deoxys are different...what kind of forms are they?
Ash: That one is the Speed Form, and the other one is the Defense Form. I was surprised that there isn't Attack Form...and the Anomaly one is the Normal Form.
After defeating those Pokemon, Ash decides to throw the Reborn Ball and capture the Deoxys.
Ash's New Capture in New World: Deoxys (Event)
Aria: For some reason...this quest is quite lame...
Lisia: And I guess those meteors that we touched change Deoxys' forms?
Ash: I guess so, let's go back.
But just as they are going back, they find Lin's portal again.
Lin: Wow, this was kind of a lame time, huh, you just kinda walk in? And Deoxys is just there? That's the most basic fetch quest I could imagine. Whose fault is that? Anyway, there's probably some other game you can play or something if you really want more Deoxys. Interested?
Ash: What are you planning this time?
Lin: Okay, have fun, try not to trip and fall into Hoenn or something!
Just then, Ash's Pokegear turns on for some reason, and it starts to show a website: www. rejuvenation .com. After pressing the website, it shows everything about Aevium.
Lisia: Is that a website? What does that mean?
Ash: Maybe Lin is breaking the fourth wall again and trying to advertise the Aveium Region or something?
Aria: Anyway, let's go back...
After getting back to the Night Club, they find Samson and Ciel.
Samson: Nothing at space junk site #3002, was I right? Telling you, these New World pockets are a dime a dozen. We may as well not even explore them. If there's nothing running out of it screaming, what's the big idea, right? Basic triage. For instance, there was this time a bit ago, I think around the time you were helping out those Meteor girls... We were out at the bridge, and suddenly, Boom- Like three of those ugly Buzzwole things just blast out of nowhere and start swarming people. Now, we were all there, all three of us- Thanks to you, mind- One goes off flying and Ciel can chase it down. One goes straight for a civ'. I slug it in its ugly mug, three minutes later I've got it in a chokehold. I'll spare you the details of what Terra did with hers. Point is, we got a bulletin about a new space only a few moments before. If we'd dashed off to deal with it, who'd've saved the civ, you know? Smart priorities, Champ. Stay vigilant.
Ciel: Another successful spelunking, I presume? Hunting for Legendaries this way and that is certainly one way to pass the time... Not sure it's my favorite on my own. Ah, but the company makes the moment, does it not? Even Terra is not so bad for such things. We've gone soaring through space no small number of times thanks to her... But here we are! I'll look back and laugh someday, after therapy. Still, I don't think I'd pass it up even if I had the option. You have my thanks for pulling her back in.
After leaving the area, they are back to the house, only to find that even Dawn, May, and Max are there.
Ash: I guess you're here to apologize as well?
Dawn: Yeah...we're really sorry about what happened.
May: It was originally Professor Oak's idea, considering that you are pushing yourself too hard. But I guess we are the ones pushing you this far since you have come to this region.
Max: And we also heard about this Anomaly stuff, and we want to help out as well.
Ash: It will be nice. Just go to the Night Club and you can apply for some help there.
Delia: So have you found any new Pokemon?
Ash: A Deoxys, and nothing else. I was thinking about going to another one since it was quite boring... just a full six-on-six battle and no puzzles.
Janine: Then how about we come with you this time?
Acerola: I would like to come along as well.
Ash nods as the three of them are back at the Night Club, and this time Sandy is at the counter.
Sandy: We've got a new report from the good folks out at Train Town! Apparently, one of those folks was out on a hike at Teknite Ridge and saw one of those New World doors! It was pretty high up, so you might need to take a solid stroll through the mountains to reach it, but it'd be best for someone to get up there and give it the check before something bad happens! I wonder what it'll be this time... Giratina? Rayquaza? Necrozma?! What do you think, Ash? Think I could rock a Necrozma?
Ash: I don't know?
Sandy: It's not exactly my style, but who cares?! Maybe I'll try going back to fieldwork long enough to find one...
Acerola: Where is this Teknite Ridge?
Ash: Trust me, it is also a long way...I just hope that it is not a weird Pokemon to find...
After taking a long trek, they finally reach the top of Teknite Ridge, and both Acerola and Janine look at the view and they are surprised.
Acerola: This has to be the highest New World Door...
Janine: Seeing this view, everything is worth it.
Ash: I know...let's see what we can find inside.
As they continue to walk, they manage to find some Celesteela around. Janine and Acerola are surprised at their sizes, and Ash manages to capture one in the end. And they move forward to find Adrienn there.
Adrienn: Well, if it isn't my favorite Champion! Always a pleasure.
Ash: Yeah, I'm surprised to see you here.
Adrienn: The view here is uniquely beautiful. I was just enjoying a rare moment of serenity. I'd come to do my part, helping to contain the Anomalies... With everything required of me by managing the city, I haven't found the time I would've liked to be able to join you all. This opportunity was welcome, but when I got here... Well, it's just as you see.
Ash and the others look at the giant star sea, it is filled with Cosmog.
Adrienn: A shimmering pool of nearly-still starlight, a few shadows stirring below the surface, and not much else. Hardly anything that needs containing. Maybe something would appear here in the future, but for now, just this. A time to breathe. I've had a precious few of them lately. I feel as if every time I blink, the world has left me behind all over again. So much is always happening, and I want to be there for it, but I also crave these moments of stillness, like some part of me is still frozen in time. Some part of me still wants to be. At first, I hated the idea that I'd lost so many years, and I still do, of course. And yet... Perhaps I would do it again. To have the chance to step into the future, to make sure that the world is still on the right track... It's been an unforgettable, sublime experience if a stressful one. I have all of these desires- so much I want to do- so many people I want to help. If I could, I would sit down with every single person and listen to all their troubles. I would like to move the world for every person I meet. But I can't. I don't have the privilege of eternity. I'm sure everyone else would like to do the same, and I'm not so special. I have to humble myself; accept my limitations, reign in my ambitions, and breathe. (Takes a breath) I don't know how anyone does it. Even now, I have another two meetings waiting for me. I should be going. Thank you for listening to me, for your efforts, and for everything else. I hope I see you again next time I blink.
Ash and the others watch xem leave, and they turn back to the place. Just then, two portals open and a Sogaleo and a Lunala. Ash is delighted to see them, as they reveal that they are here to assist him with Arceus' orders.
Ash: That's great...I'm glad to have both of you back. Nebby, Lunala.
Ash's New Capture in Cauldron of the Future: Celesteela (Grass), Solgaleo, Lunala (Event)
Janine: So I guess this is also a normal one, right? No Anomaly...
Ash: Then we have nothing to do here as well, how about we go back to Twilight Desert? There is something I want to check out.
As they manage to follow Ash back to the Twilight Desert, they get into the factory and there are 51 Cells detected, so Ash can use the machine to enhance Zygarde's 10% form into 50% form.
Acerola: So that's Zygarde's 50% form...interesting.
Ash: Yeah.
Then they have nothing to do as they head back to the Night Club, where they find Adrienn there.
Adrienn: Let's visit that place again sometime. With the stars and all the pools... It was quite incredible. That feeling of timelessness... I have it only in my memories. I miss it so much. And if there were anyone to indulge it with...
Ash and the others just smile as they head back home, hoping that there will be a more interesting side quest for them to do.
And here is a new chapter, as you can see, this chapter has the easiest sidequests, Cosmog by fishing in the water. I hope you like this chapter.
