Chapter 28 Galar Mine No.2
After leaving Grenomy Town, they find that the whole Wild Area is now sunny, Fire-type Pokemon come out in this weather, and they are also sweating."
"Just great...now the weather is really messed up..." Ash says.
"Yeah, I feel like I'm about to melt..." Alice says.
"You know...maybe we should just rush towards Motostoke...I mean, it is very close to the town." Mark says as they nod.
But just as they arrive at Motostoke, they find Hop in front of the gym as he says, "All right, mate! You've got the Grass Badge, the Normal Badge, the Water Badge, and the Psychic Badge by now, right? How about I share with you a little tip about that leader Kabu? From what I heard, he's holed up now in Galar Mine No.2, undergoing some special training!"
"If he's in there, then we can't take him on even though we are already at the gym." Ash says. "Well, let's go to Galar Mine No.2."
"There are two entrances to the Galar Mine No.2, but the entrance from Motostoke Outskirrts are blocked by those Team Yell people, so all we can take is the entrance from Hulbury."
"That means we have to go back there." Gloria says. "Well, good thing we have Flying Taxis."
With the help of Flying taxies, the group manages to arrive at Hulbury. They are now in front of the Galar Mine No.2 and then Hop says, "So Kabu is inside this mine training..."
"Yeah. We must go find him if we want to face him in the Motostoke." Ash says as they get inside. Water sounds can be heard dripping in the cave and Gloria asks a question, "Strange. Kabu is a Fire Type Leader, right? Why would he train here? Isn't it weird?"
"Well, he must have his own reasons." Alice says.
"Or maybe that this cave is full of Water and Rock Types, it may give Fire types a hard and tough challenge." Lillie says as the group all nods in agreement.
Hop says, "Then how about we train as well, then we will meet up after a while?"
Mark says, "Great idea. I feel that there is a lot of new Pokemon we can find in this mine."
Then they split up as they go search for new Pokemon. Gloria hears a cry and she notices a Wimpod stuck under the rubble.
"Are you alright?" Gloria asks the scared bug Pokemon, and she has Chewtle helping her break the wall, Chewtle also evolves into Drednaw and frees the Wimpod.
"There, you're safe." Gloria says. After moving the rocks, she also soothes the Wimpod, causing it to be relieved and it wants to join Gloria's team. Gloria says, "Sure, Wimpod. I'll make sure you'll be the best."
After the capture of the Pokemon, they go check out Dawn, who has been using Wingull against a Binacle. Gloria asks, "Dawn, is that a Binacle?"
Dawn turns to her and says, "Of course. And I'm going to capture it for my team. Wingull, use Water Pulse again!"
Wingull then shoots the water at the Binacle, causing the two of them to get splashed, then they try to move, but with two bodies in a rock, they are confused. And then Dawn uses the chance to capture the Pokemon.
"And that's that." Dawn says as they notice Ash and the others are watching. "How did I do, Ash?"
"Fantastic." Ash says. Dawn's Wingull also evolves into Pelipper, much to her delight.
Lillie notices a Shuckle and she tries to capture it, she uses Gastly to battle against the Pokemon, and during the battle, it evolves into Haunter and then defeats the Shuckle with Shadow Punch, also capturing it.
"Well, a Haunter is not that bad I guess." Lillie says but is scared a little at how Haunter is playing pranks on her. Then she also trains her Cutiefly, Cherubi, Espurr, and Yamper with other Shuckle and it also evolves into Ribombee, Meowstic, Cherrim, and a yellow dog Pokemon named Boltund.
"Wow, Lillie. You have a lot of new evolutions." Ash says.
"Yeah, I couldn't do it without their help." Lillie smiles. "By the way, what is Rotom doing?"
"You see, some of my Pokemon have evolved as well." Ash says as they see how Rotom is reading the entries out loud.
Greedent: The Greedy Pokemon: Normal Type. Evolved from Skwovet at LV:24. It stashes berries in its tail—so many berries that they fall out constantly. But this Pokémon is a bit slow-witted, so it doesn't notice the loss.
Dubwool: The Sheep Pokemon: Normal Type. Evolved from Wooloo at LV:24. Weave a carpet from its springy wool, and you end up with something closer to a trampoline. You'll start to bounce the moment you set foot on it.
Drednaw: The Bite Pokemon: Water and Rock Type. Evolved from Chewtle at LV:22. With jaws that can shear through steel rods, this highly aggressive Pokémon chomps down on its unfortunate prey.
Boltund: The Dog Pokemon: Electric Type. Evolved from Yamper at LV:25. This Pokémon generates electricity and channels it into its legs to keep them going strong. Boltund can run nonstop for three full days.
"Drednaw might be really good if we want to beat a Fire-type gym like Kabu's." Gloria says.
"I agree." Ash replies.
Just then, they see the familiar white-haired guy in front of the pond. "You again..." It turns out to be Bede as Ash and he locked their eyes.
"Bede..." Ash says.
He walks toward them and shows his coolness. "I'd feel sorry for my Pokemon if I made them take part in a battle against low-level opponents. I'm not in the mood to deal with weaklings right now."
Gloria says, "Oh, really? You are just afraid to lose, huh?"
Bede feels offended and he turns back, "Then again, I suppose it's a form of mercy to crush weak opponents early on. If you're under the misguided impression that you're stronger than me, then surely you would be up for a Pokemon battle."
"Naturally. And as the challenger endorsed by the Champion, I will show you why I am endorsed." Gloria says as she asks Ash and the others not to interfere.
"It's utterly inconceivable that I, the challenger who was chosen by the Chairman, will lose." Bede says as he sends out Solosis first.
"Then again, it is a Psychic Type." Gloria says as she sends out Wimpod first. Wimpod uses Struggle Bug, but Solosis dodges the attack and then uses Psyshock. But a Sand Attack manages to blind the Solosis, and with more encouragement, Wimpod defeats Solosis with ease.
Bede says, "Hmph, looks like you are not as weak as I imagine, then again, it is only a little bit stronger than I imagine." He sends out Gothita. Gothita uses Rock Tomb to eventually defeat the Pokemon. So Gloria sends out Liepard next. Liepard uses Sucker Punch before Gothita can land an attack, so it is defeated fast.
Bede's third Pokemon is Hatenna, still a Psychic-type, but its Disarming Voice is fighting against its Snarl as both moves are in a tug-out war. In the end, the Disarming Voice goes through the Snarl and defeats Liepard. So Gloria sends out Ferroseed. Ferroseed's Flash Cannon manages to defeat the Hatenna though.
Bede says, "Excellent! Not everyone can corner my team like this. But you are still going to lose, Ponyta, you're up."
But much to others' surprise, the Ponyta looks different. Dawn says, "Does that mean Ponyta has Galarian forms as well?"
Rotom says, "It does, and not to mention that it is Psychic, too. He is specializing in Psychic types I see."
But Gloria isn't fazed at the Pokemon as it calls Ferroseed to use Mirror Shot, Ponyta dodges and then uses Confusion, not hurting Ferroseed a lot of damage. In the end, the Pin Missile attack defeats the Pokemon.
"You showed at least a little effort, so I decided I should let you win!" Bede grits his teeth.
"Again? You said the same thing when Ash beat you." Gloria says.
"Ah, pardon me. It seems I must take back my words." Bede regains his cool and says, "You are not weak, you just lack talent. Your chances of completing the Gym Challenge are pretty slim, I must say. Here, I'll give you these, something to show you that at least you tried."
He gives a League card to Gloria, Alice, and Ash. Hop says, "What about me? I am a Gym Challenger as well."
"You are?" Bede just looks at him, as Hop tries to explain himself, Bede just walks away and says, "Now, where shall I go next to collect Wishing Stars?"
"Hey! Come back here!" Hop yells, but Alice stops him. "Hop, we will meet him again, so be patient."
Hop just grits his teeth as Ash looks at the card. "So he is an orphan huh...he seems like he has difficulty getting along with others and would constantly get into fights..."
Gloria says, "But thanks to Chairman Rose, he gave him a Pokemon and it changes his life. He has become stronger since then and then he wants to prove that Chairman's faith was not misplaced."
Lillie says, "So his personality is like my brother, but with a sadder background..."
As they move forward, they see Team Yell over there. As they step in front of Alice, one grunt says, "Excuse me mate, you're one of them takin' part in the Gym Challenge, right?"
"What if I am?" Alice asks with unease.
"Crikey, but that's really somethin'! I'd love a battle against a great Trainer like you." The second member says.
"Are you serious?" Alice asks in surprise as the others are also worried.
But Hop just steps forward and says, "Well look at that, Alice. Surrounded by adoring fans, eh? You'll even be showing up Lee very soon."
"Oi, jog on, mate! Can't you see we're in the middle of a conversation here?" The first grunt says in annoyance.
"Yeah? And can't you see that I'm Hop, the trainer who'll be your next champion?" Hop says.
"He is so overconfident..." Ash mutters.
"Oooh, so we've got a joker here, eh? You're so funny, I forgot to laugh." The second grunt says.
"You think I'm joking? Then I'll prove you to it. And I think a battle with you lot would definitely end with some laughs."
Then the two of them take on the Tell Yell. The first grunt says, "Team Yell's gonna teach you kids that the Gym Challenge's no joke! You better not be yell-ow."
"What'd this other kid have to come waltzin' up for, eh? I just wanted to knock off challengers one at a time..."
As they are battling, Ash is in deep thought as Serena asks, "Ash? What's wrong?"
"Well, I was thinking about something about Team Yell...they seem to be fans of Marnie, the girl who had a Morpeko."
"Yeah, and why are you thinking about it?" Lillie asks.
"In fact, their logo on their uniforms is the same logo of the Dark Type. And that the Dark Leader didn't show up in the Motostoke Stadium at that time...is there some kind of connection?"
"I think you must be thinking a lot, and it doesn't be like you." Gloria says as Ash can only sigh.
Alice has Pikachu finishes them off with Iron Tail, and the first grunt says, "That little mug's the Champion's little brother...Guess that's what you get when your older brother's not useless..."
"I know we're Team Yell, but we'll leave quietly once we're beaten..." Then the grunts leave. Serena says, "Cool battle, Alice."
"Thanks." Alice says as they continue in the cave.
Here is a new chapter, and in this chapter, Gloria gets to battle Bede this time, and a lot of new evolutions happen in this chapter as well. I hope you like this chapter.
Ash's New Pokemon: Thwackey, Greedent, Corvisquire, Dottler, Thiveul, Eldegoss, Dubwool, Drednaw, Boltund, Carkol, Applin x2, Arrokuda, Toxel x2, Linoone (G), Meowth (G), Farfetch'd (G), Alcremie x63
Mark's Pokemon: Blaziken, Gyarados, Ninjask, Shedinja, Arrokuda, Dottler, Delibird, Alcremie (Strawberry, Ruby Cream)
Trenor's Pokemon: Skwovet, Gloom, Swampert, Pumpkaboo, Onix, Basculin, Noibat
Alice's Pokemon: Wooloo x30, Butterfree (Pink), Sizzlipede, Drizzile, Eldegoss, Pikachu, Eevee, Applin
Gloria's Pokemon: Minccino, Tranquill, Drednaw, Raboot, Wimpod, Ferroseed, Eevee, Woobat, Liepard, Kirlia
Dawn's Pokemon: Buneary, Noctowl, Mudbray, Duskull, Piplup, Quilava, Pelipper, Gloom, Pachirisu, Wobbuffet, Mamoswine, Togekiss
Serena's Pokemon: Diggersby, Pancham, Drifloon, Budew, Vespiquen, Drilbur, Braixen, Steenee, Chinchou, Nuzleaf, Sylveon
Lillie's Pokemon: Eevee, Hitmonchan, Shuckle, Ribombee, Haunter, Magearna, Shellder, Boltund, Cherrim, Meowstic, Vulpix (A)