Chapter 8 Route 2 Adventures
With Dawn, Serena, and Lillie in the team, Ash and his group arrive at Route 2 after leaving the Wedgehurst. And Ash has been looking at the grass for so long, much to the others' confusion.
"Ash? What's wrong?" Serena asks.
"I think that Zigzagoon looks kinda different." Ash says as he points at the Pokemon. The others notice the Zigzagoon has black and white stripes, and it likes to make funny faces. Lillie says, "Maybe there are Galarian Forms in this region, just like Alola?"
Rotom says, "You are correct, Lillie. This is a Galarian Zigzagoon. It is Dark-type and it likes to wreak havoc upon its surroundings."
Trenor asks, "So what are you going to do with him?"
"I have no idea." Dawn says. But then Serena's Pancham comes out and he tries to get close to the Pokemon. Much to their surprise, Zigzagoon just fights back without warning. Causing Pancham to get angry and then they start to have a fight.
"Stop it, you two." Serena groans as she tries to push the two away, but they won't listen and then they keep fighting. Zigzagoon then uses Snarl, causing Pancham to get angrier, and then it uses Arm Thrust, causing the Tiny Raccoon Pokémon to faint in the end.
"Pancham, that is enough." Serena yells and Pancham faints. "Geez, what is wrong with you? It is like you and Chespin again..."
Ash uses a Revive and some potions to heal up the Zigzagoon, and he apologizes, "Sorry, Zigzagoon. Pancham must have hurt you really hard."
The Zigzagoon just looks at Ash as he recognizes him as the prince of Galar, then he starts to nuzzle and Ash chuckles, "Looks like the little one likes me."
"You really do have some sort of charm, Ash." Alice says with a smile.
Ash smiles as he captures the Pokemon, much to Pancham's annoyance. Serena says, "Pancham. Please try to get along with Zigzagoon, okay?"
Pancham just grunts and Ash just tosses the Pokeball to capture the Zigzagoon.
Zigzagoon, Galarian Variant: The Tiny Racoon Pokemon: Dark and Normal Type. Its restlessness has it constantly running around. If it sees another Pokémon, it will purposely run into them in order to start a fight.
"So you caught a Zigzagoon." Lillie says.
"Yeah, I already have a Hoenn Linoone, I wonder what will Linoone be like in Galar." Ash says.
As for Gloria, she walks towards the bay, and then she finds a Chewtle relaxing at the bay. "What do you know, it is a Chewtle."
Just then, the Chewtle wakes up, and then it starts to bite on Gloria's hand. "Hey!" Gloria is in pain as it doesn't let go. Scorbunny notices it and then it uses Double Kick on the Pokemon, causing it to fly into the water.
"Scorbunny, thank you." Gloria says. But then the Chewtle appears back to the shore and then it uses Water Gun, but Scorbunny dodges it.
"Scorbunny, use Quick Attack!" Gloria yells as Scorbunny hits the turtle head-on, causing it to fall on his back. Gloria notices that the Pokemon struggles to get back up, she takes out the Pokeball and says, "Go! Pokeball!"
Then she throws it at the Chewtle and then it is successfully captured. Ash says, "Nice one, Gloria."
"Since I have only Scorbunny and I want to take part in the gyms, it is vital for me to catch some more." Gloria says as she holds Chewtle's Pokeball. Dawn says, "But why did you use Scorbunny to attack him?"
"Type advantages are nothing, that is what I learned from Ash's battles." Gloria says.
"Indeed. I can say that is a good capture as well." Mark says.
"Thanks." Gloria says. "And I have a new target over there."
They then see a Purrloin walking by, but as it sees Ash's Nickit, it starts to attack him, much to everyone's surprise. "Stop it, you two." Ash says as he tries to stop the fight, but they didn't listen as they are attacking each other with Scratch and Fury Swipes.
"Why do Dark Types get into fights this easily?" Lillie asks.
"I have no idea. But I am going to capture that Purrloin." Gloria says, and then they see that both Nickit and Purrloin are tired after the face-off. So Gloria uses the chance to capture the Pokemon in the end.
"Why did she have to capture that cat?" Nickit groans. Ash says, "Sorry, she likes it. And we can't force her to hate it because it is your rival. Now if you can help me, I want to capture a Chewtle."
Nickit sighs as he helps Ash capture a Chewtle who is chewing on the grass. With its help, Ash manages to capture the Pokemon in the end.
Chewtle: The Snapping Pokemon: Water Type. Apparently the itch of its teething impels it to snap its jaws at anything in front of it.
Just then, a Yamper appears in front of them, Pikachu tries to get close to the dog Pokemon, and then they become best friends as Yamper keeps licking Pikachu.
"Looks like this Pokemon really likes you, Pikachu." Ash says with a chuckle. Then the puppy Pokemon also rushes towards Ash as he lifts him into the air. "Do you want to come with me?"
The puppy just licks at Ash, causing him to laugh a little before capturing him.
Yamper: The Puppy Pokemon: Electric Type. This Pokémon is very popular as a herding dog in the Galar region. As it runs, it generates electricity from the base of its tail.
"It was so cute." Lillie says after seeing the puppy, it makes me wanting to capture one as well."
"Well, there it is." Dawn says as she points at another Yamper, who is taking a stroll while singing. Lillie decides to have Snowy help her capture the Yamper.
Alice says, "Yamper is also a good herding dog. If only I can have one to herd my 30 Wooloo..."
"So how did you get 30 Wooloos?" Lillie asks. "I don't think it is normal for a person to get 30 same Pokemon."
"Well, besides Ash, since he has 30 Tauros as well." Serena says, "But I am curious about it as well."
"It's a long story." Alice sighs as she explains the story. Serena feels pity for her as she is the same, with the Rhyhorn trying to get close to her as well.
After that, Serena notices the Seedot happily shaking on the trees, she is attached to the dancing and she says, "That Seedot dances so well."
Dawn says, "You're right. Serena, are you interested on capturing it?"
"Of course." Serena then asks Sylveon to dance in front of Seedot, and much to her delight, Seedot is happy that Sylveon dances with him.
"So Seedot, do you want to come with me? We can be performers." Seedot nods at her question, but when Serena throws the Pokeball, it accidentally misses as it falls down to the ground besides Seedot. Serena says, "This time I am going to get it!" He tosses the Pokeball and then he is successfully captured.
"Good, I caught a Seedot." Serena says.
"That was nice, Serena." Ash says, causing her to blush at Ash's compliment.
They also notice Lotad wandering around the area, but they didn't pay attention to them as they notice how Mark is fishing at the bay.
"What are you fishing?" Ash asks.
"I only have one Blaziken, brother. I might need a Water-type Pokemon." Mark says as he manages to fish out a brown fish Pokemon. Rotom says, "That is an Arrokuda."
"And he is now mine." Mark takes out the Poke Ball and touches the Pokemon who is still hanging on to the hook.
Ash also spot some Arrokuda swimming in the river and says, "Arrokuda seems cool. Pikachu, help me paralyze the fish so I can capture it."
Pikachu nods as it fires Thunder Wave, he manages to capture one, which was then captured by Ash. "Thank you, Pikachu." They high five and then Rotom states its entry.
Arrokuda: The Rush Pokemon: Water Type. If it sees any movement around it, this Pokémon charges for it straightaway, leading with its sharply pointed jaw. It's very proud of that jaw.
As they arrive at the house, they meet Hop, and Hop says, "Ash, Mark, Trenor, Alice, Gloria, there is the Professor. Wait, why do you have three more girls with you?"
Ash then introduces the three girls to Hop, and Hop says, "Oh that's nice. To travel together with Ash the prince is a lucky thing."
"So what are you doing here?" Mark asks.
"I have just arrived, how about let's see what is going on?" Hop says as they enter the front yard, only to see Leon and Delia there talking to Magnolia, much to their surprirse.
"Wait, is that the Queen herself?" Hop says. "No way..."
"You mean, Ash's mother?" Gloria asks as the other people nod.
"So have you unraveled all the secrets of the Dynamax phenomenon yet?" Delia asks.
"Oh goodness, no. The whole thing is still full of questions. I'd hoped that my granddaughter would take over my research, but..."
"Mother? Is that you?" Ash says as the group of nine go into the yard.
"Oh, Ash, it is nice to see you again." Delia and Ash hug each other, with Mark and Trenor joining in.
"Dear me, I'm sorry. I didn't even notice my guests." Magnolia says as she walks forward. "My name is Magnolia. Welcome, young trainers. Now come, let's head indoors."
As they get into the house, Delia says, "Ash, I see that you are feeling a little well."
Ash nods and says, "Yeah. In fact, Mom. I found Dawn, Serena, and Lillie on the way, so we decide to travel together again."
"It is nice to see you again, Ms. Ketchum." Serena says.
"Hello to you as well, Serena, Dawn, Lillie, and even Alice. It is a good thing that there is someone who can help me watch over my young prince."
The four girls blush, while Gloria frowns as she isn't mentioned. Ash notices it and says, "And mom, this is Gloria, she is also my travel companion as well."
"It is nice to meet you as well." Delia smiles.
Magnolia says, "Prince Ash, right? I trust you received the Pokedex from Sonia. I'm sure that you'll have it complete in no time!"
Leon asks, "You must already know about Dynamaxing, right? Ash? Everyone?"
Ash says, "Of course, I have seen my Mother using it."
"Professor Magnolia's been doing research into the Dynamax phenomenon for years and years. And it takes a proper understanding of the thing if you plan to use Dynamaxing to the fullest!"
"There you go again, Leon, always talking about Pokemon." Magnolia sighs. "There are other things that are worth knowing about, too, you know. Like how many different types of tea there are!"
"Indeed." Delia giggles a little.
Hop says, "Professor, do us a favor, would you? Help me convince Lee he should endorse us for the Gym Challenge."
This causes the two female adults to surprise, Delia asks, "Leon, why wouldn't you endorse them?"
"Hop and Gloria only just starting out as Pokemon trainers...There are still loads they don't know yet."
"Dearie, I thought your dream was to have everyone in the Galar region become strong Trainers, isn't that right?" Magnolia asks.
"Well, yeah...you're not wrong. The goal's precisely the reason I gave them both Pokemon, in fact."
Delia says, "Then, in that case, how about this? Let's see if you can show us such a brilliant battle that Leon is left with no choice but to endorse you."
"Sure." Hop says.
Alice asks, "But what about me? If Gloria and Hop are battling against each other, then what about me?"
Ash says, "Don't worry, since I am going to partake in the Gym challenge, so how about you team up with me to battle these two?"
"That sounds like a good idea." Alice smiles, and the all of them head outside to prepare their battle to make the Champion impressed.
I'll end the chapter right here, now Dawn, Serena and Lillie are getting along with Alice and Gloria, now Ash's harem only has two left. I hope you like this chapter.
Ash's New Pokemon: Grookey, Skwovet, Rookidee, Blipbug, Nickit, Wooloo, Chewtle, Yamper, Arrokuda, Zigzagoon (G)
Mark's Pokemon: Blaziken, Arrokuda
Trenor's Pokemon: Swampert
Alice's Pokemon: Butterfree (Pink), Sobble, Wooloo x30
Gloria's Pokemon: Purrloin, Scorbunny, Chewtle
Dawn's Pokemon: Buneary, Piplup, Quilava, Pachirisu, Mamoswine, Togekiss
Serena's Pokemon: Pancham, Braixen, Sylveon
Lillie's Pokemon: Magearna, Yamper, Vulpix (A)