"What are your plans for today Ash." Professor Queen asks while handing me a plate stacked with amazing smelling pancakes. It takes all of my self control to answer her question and not just start devouring the fluffy, syrup covered pancakes. Pikachu on the hand just dives in moaning on occasion at the taste. Both Queen's smile at my Pokémon's antics waiting for me to answer the question.
"I was hoping to head into the forest nearby and catch a new Pokémon so I can challenge the gym." I tell them then taking a bite of my breakfast. To say they were delicious would be an understatement but for once in my life, I eat slowly showcasing my manners, unlike my electric mouse. The two queens throw some suggests on the best places to look for certain types of Pokémon. Then the two chat quietly amongst themselves while I started daydreaming about being a Pokémon Master and winning the Kinsaha League but one part of their conversation catches my attention.
"What do you think she will use as her first starting three Pokémon in the Elite League." Mr Queen asks his wife. Elite league. Are they talking about a member of the elite four or the champion? Speaking of which I should probably find out who they are soon. I also learn that the first round is a three on three battle.
"If I were to guess on Bella's first round team I would probably say that she would use Stunhawk Archeops and..." She pauses for a minute probably thinking about what Pokémon this Bella uses. "Maybe TalonFalme." From my memory, I know that Archeops is a rock and flying type while Talonflame is a fire and flying. I also have a Talonflame. Stunhawk sounds like it could be an electric and flying type. If I'm right then Bella must specialize in flying Pokemon. Why do members of the Elite Four always specialise in one type?
"Who's Bella," I ask the couple jumping into the conversation.
Professor Queen happily answers the question assuring me that it wasn't rude of me to overhear their conversation. "Bella is a member of the Elite four who specializes in flying type Pokémon." I Can't help but hear a sense of pride in the Professors voice when talking about Bella. "We are trying to figure out what Pokémon our representatives will be using in the Elite League. It' no lie that each region will be supporting their own believing that their members will win. As our Elite four and Champion created the tournament, we're hoping that it means that they are confident enough to win it. Apart from Bella, the other members of the Elite four are Eric who uses normal type Pokémon. Ethan who uses Ice types and Adam who uses Poison type Pokémon." Again, there is a sense of pride in the Professors voice. Maybe she started them off on their journey. I know Professor Oak is proud of all of his trainers he started off. I guess seeing the young people you taught become the best trainers in your region is something to be proud of. I know I'm constantly proud of my teams for improving their skills.
"The Champion Alessia." Alan starts off "doesn't use only one type but does own a lot of grass Pokémon." He also has pride in his voice. Strange. "Then again we don't really know how many Pokémon Alessia has. It's rumoured she has caught every Pokémon catchable." Wait what. Every Pokémon catchable. The shock and disbelief can clearly be seen on my face causing Professor Queen to laugh.
"I wouldn't believe in those rumours if I were you, Ash." She tells me giving a pointed look at Alan who ignores here.
"It's possible. She always seems to have a new squad." He says slightly joking but it seems to be almost like he might believe it as well.
"I will admit she does own a lot of Pokémon." Professor Queen admits. "But so, do many other trainers. And you know she doesn't like it when people say she's caught every Pokémon. It makes her feel like she's a collector, not a trainer. You know how much she cares for all her Pokémon. When people say rumours like that it makes her sound like all she cares about is winning and uses Pokémon as trophies." Professor Queen sounds annoyed and Alan ducks his head in shame. She has a point but I don't think people say this about her because they believe she's a bad person. Well, to be fair they might do. I haven't been here long enough to understand what the region is like but I know if someone said that about me, they will probably be completing my abilities as a trainer. Hell, I own eighty six Pokémon and I will be catching more in the days to come. However, I can see why people saying you have all these Pokémon might be hard as you'll probably never be able to use them which means it's pointless in owning them in the first place. I can clearly see both sides of the argument. Thinking about it when was the last time I used some of my weaker Pokémon. After every region, I start a new team leaving the old one with Professor Oak. I wonder if they feel abandoned by me. I never really thought about it before as I was always excited about starting a new journey. Ok, now I think I truly understand why Alessia doesn't like people bringing up her number of Pokémon and how she can take it that way. Maybe I should bring back some of my Pokémon to make sure they know that I love them all equally. Also thinking about it is this why I never seem to win any leagues. I'm building new teams instead of improving the team I already have. I said this time I'm going to be smarter and I will. I will catch Pokémon from this region and make a team but mix the team up constantly.
"Anyways." Alan quickly tries to move the subject along which brings me out of deep thinking. "Bella owns a few more flying type Pokémon which she might use." Smoothly moving on there Alan. "Bella also owns an Aerodactyl," Which is also a flying and rock Pokémon. I remember when one kidnapped back at the beginning of my journey. Like Archeops it's a fossil Pokémon. "A Salamence," Which is a dragon Pokémon. I remember that Hunter J used one back in Sinnoh. "Two Skarmory," they are the steel and flying Pokémon. "Honchkrow" the dark and flying Pokémon. "As well as a Daseaflew."
"Dasesaflew," I question never having heard that Pokémon before.
"It's a grass and flying type." She explains. "I'm sure you'll see one soon as Bella's actually coming here in about a week," She tells me like it's the most normal thing on the earth. Why would a member of the elite four be coming here?
"Really," I question.
"Yes." She replies before picking up a newspaper. If a member of the Elite four is coming here then I better start training my team. But first I have to catch my team.
"Thank you for breakfast." I quickly say before grabbing Pikachu and running out the back door towards the woods. Today I'm going to make a new friend and start the team that will win me the Kinsaha League.
After walking for a few minutes, I finally spot a Pokémon. It appears to be a flying type Pokémon. Resting on a branch is a small yellow feathered Pokémon which has white stripes on its tail. A light blue circle on its stomach and a blue jagged line going up from its beak to the top of its head. Awesome a new Pokémon. I shout in my head so I don't alert the Flying type to my location. "Ready Pikachu," I ask already knowing the answer. He nods and jumps off my shoulder running in front of the tree. I go to use my new Pokeadex to see what type of Pokémon this is when it starts to fly away forcing me to act before I lose it. "Ok, Pikachu use thunderbolt," I shout startling the bird but it had no time to react to the Pikachu's attack which landed a direct hit. "Yes," I shout encouragingly. The Pokémon fell out of the tree landing painfully on the ground. As I go to grab my empty Pokeball the Pokémon suddenly shots up into the air. I get the feeling that this isn't going to be an easy fight. "Use thunderbolt again." I order Pikachu who complies but the opposing Pokémon uses Agility to dodge my attack and appears behind Pikachu and uses wing attack knocking Pikachu a few feet forward. "Use Iron tail." I shout now that the unknown Pokémon is low enough for the attack to be in range. This time the Pokémon is unable to doge and once again is smashed against the floor.
This time I got you. "Go Pokeball." I throw the empty ball to where the Pokémon lies motionless and it sucks it in. I watch on tensely waiting to see If I've caught a new teammate. After five blinks or whatever it does it final stops sealing the ball. I did. "Yes." I shout out throwing my hands up in celebration. Pikachu joins in with the cheering as I quickly move to my new Pokémon. "Alright come on out." Summoning the new Pokémon who appears calling out what I think is Sirsir. I gently stroke them making them chirp before pulling out my Pokedex and scanning the newest member of my team.
"Stunsir." Could this be the pre-evolution of Bella's StunHawk? "The Lighting Bird. Stunsir likes to fly into thunderstorms to play with other Stunsirs as when hit by lighting or any other form of electricity it increases its speeds." So, when I hit Stunsir with thunderbolt I increased it's speed. No wonder it was easily able to doge Pikachu's second thunderbolt. I also learn that Stunsir knows the moves Agility, Wing Attack, Quick Attack and Thunder Shock. A decent set of moves. Carefully I pick up Stunsir and lift him into the air. "Alright, I just caught a Stunsir." Both Pikachu and Stunsir cheer along with me. Declaring my new Pokémon has become a tradition for me.
At the moment it seems I'm going to be changeling Volt with two electric Pokémon at the electric Gym. I suppose it will be an even fight then. Pikachu can only use the moves Quick Attack and Iron tail while Stunsir can use Wing Attack as well as Quick attack. If Volt hits Stunsir with any electric attack then it's speed with increase. Add that with Agility and Quick Attack then Stunsir will be super fast and much harder to hit for Volt to hit while allowing us to move in quick and move out of range again. Add Pikachu's speed as well then, we might stand a better chance. Speed is our advantage here. However, Volt must know about Stunsir special ability which might put a dent in my play but still Stunsir and Pikachu move fast on their own anyways. Well, I better start doing some training with Stunsir to help improve his speed and battle style. I wonder if Alan would willing help me out with some training again.
Coming back on the Queen's estate with Pikachu on my left shoulder and Stunsir on my right shoulder a sudden thought struck me. "You Know Pikachu this is longest we've been without running into Team Rocket." It's a strange thought that I haven't run into Jessie James and Meowth yet as they always seem to be following me.
"Team Rocket wouldn't dare come here." A female voice said causing me and me jump with makes my Pokémon jump as well. She lets out a small laugh at my reaction. "Sorry I didn't mean to scare you." Turning towards the sound of the voice I am met with a young woman who seems a few years older than me leaning against a tree with a smirk on her face. She has light brown hair that stops just above her shoulders with the tips dyed blue. She has light green eyes. She's wearing a white leather jacket that reaches to the middle of her stomach with black pads on her elbows. A light blue crop top and a pair of black short with blue and white trainers. Around her next is a simple gold chain with a wing at the centre. Around her waist is a black belt with ten Pokeballs attached to it. She's actually very attractive and if Brock was here, he would no doubt be confessing his undying love for her.
"What did you say about Team Rocket." I ask once I manage to catch my breath.
"Sorry. I didn't mean to eavesdrop but I overheard you saying it was strange that Team Rocket wasn't here." She says taking a step towards me.
"Yeah. I've been to seven different regions this one being the eighth and in all seven the same three members have been following trying to steal my Pokémon." I explain. "Usually I run into them every few days but... I haven't seen them yet which is strange."
"Well." She starts. "I highly doubt you will be seeing Team Rocket in Kinsaha. Like I said they wouldn't dare to come here." There's a dangerous undertone in here voice which grabs my attention.
"And why would that be." I ask curiously wanting to know why this region is so different from the others and why a crime origination would care. I assume villains didn't care about anything but there end goals. Especially Team Rocket which to the best of my knowledge is the longest running crime group. So why are they too afraid to come here. "Also, I'm Ash and these are my teammates. Pikachu." Who gives her a greeting of his own. "And Stunsir." Who also chirps at the mysterious girl in hello. "I didn't catch your name."
She scoffs and starts to move past me heading towards the forest throwing her response over her shoulder she replies. "Because I didn't give you one and to answer your question Team Rocket won't come here as the Doom would wipe them out." And with that cryptic answer, she disappears into the woods.
The three of us stand there for a few minutes looking in the direction of where the girl went until I finally say "That was weird." My Pokémon and agree with me and we finish heading back to the Queen's house. Where Alan and Leafeon are stood watching a group Pokémon mingle. The group consists of Evee's and there other Pokémon I have never seen before. I stand next to Alan and watch what I assume to be young Pokémon playing together. "I see you caught a Stunsir." He says with a smile looking at the newest member of my team. "Nice job kid. It's a strong Pokémon. And the unevolved version of Stunhawk."
"I knew it." I state earning a small laugh from the older male. "Do you mind if I scan those Pokémon." I ask figuring it would be better to ask first.
"Of course, Ash." He says. I mutter a quick thank you before pulling out my Pokeadex and start scanning. The first Pokémon I scan is a green scaled Pokémon that looks slightly like a lizard with sharp points on its back with which follow it down all the way to its tail and a pale white underbelly. Its head was bulking with its nostrils hanging over its mouth and its eyes of each side of its head while its body was small. "Salavar." (Sal-a-var) "This Pokémon spends most of its time climbing trees searching for the perfect leaves for dinner. Its small body allows it to move quickly while its head is large to keep an eye on its surroundings while it munches on its perfect leaves." Said Pokémon is lying lazily eating from a pile of leaves watching the other Pokémon run around chasing each other. Oh, a grass type Pokémon.
Moving on I scan the second unknown Pokémon which looks like a much smaller version of Liepard with an orange body and white spots covering its fur. Its tail is purely white. Compared to Liepard it has smaller ears and black whiskers. "Neoflame. The fire cat Pokémon. Neoflame is a quick Pokémon who hides among the leaves and flowers waiting to pounce on its unsuspecting target" A fire type Pokémon. Since I've seen a grass and fire type, I'm guessing the next Pokémon will be a water type and all these Pokémon are the three starter Pokémon for this region. Professor Queen said she raises them here for new trainers.
Scanning the final Pokémon which is a light blue crab Pokémon with a few white spots on its shell. It has small pinches but they do look sharp. It's waddling after Neoflame with a speed that shouldn't seem right but somehow does. "Scuttleclaw. Scuttleclaw runs across water floors instead of swimming as it's hard heavy shell which it uses as protection causes the Pokémon to sink instead of swimming." Just as I thought it's a water type.
"These are the starter Pokémon right." I ask Alan once my scanning is complete.
"Your right Ash these are the starter type for this region. My wife told you we have five children right." At my nod, he continues speaking. "And out all my children only one of them picked one of the starter Pokémon the rest of them went with the random egg."
"Really," I ask generally interested in Alan's family. Both he and his wife seem extremely proud of them and I wonder what type of people they must be. "Which one." I know that there are two girls and three boys.
"Adam. My first born son. He decided to choose Neoflame as his starter Pokémon and since then the two of them have become quite the power team in terms of battling." He has a distant look on his face like he's remembering a past memory. Funny Alan's son had the same name as the poison expert in the elite four.
"Where are your children now." I ask wanting to know what happened to them.
"After they each got their Pokémon they left to explore the world. Like you they've travelled the different regions and collected all the gyms badges from where they visited. Now each of my children live on different parts of the region. My youngest daughter lives here on the West side. My Oldest son Adam lives on the south side. My other two boys live in the East and North. And my eldest daughter lives in the centre of the region." He was going to say more but a screech coming from where the Pokémon play on the other side of the field diverts our attention. Before either me or Alan could understand what was going on Leafeon had already taken off using what looks like Quick Attack to move to sound faster. We follow behind as quickly as possible.
One we arrive at the scene I spot two groups glaring at each other in front of a lake. There's a mix match in Pokémon types on each side but Leafeon is standing in the middle of the two sides turning to each side and shouting at them. A Poliwrath from the left stands forward as does a Weepingbell from the right. It seems to be as they are the champions from each side. This isn't right. I move forward to intervene in the fight that's about to take place but Alan places a hand on my shoulder and pulls me back. "Alan, they going to start fighting and could get hurt." I argue but he just smiles.
"Don't worry Leafeon has the situation under control." He tells me calmly and goes back to watching the scene. Standing down, for now, I trust his judgements on this as this is his farm and his Pokémon. Poliwrath and Weepingbell continue shouting at each over and moving closer to each signalling the start of a battle. However, before either Pokémon could use a move Leafeon is again using Quick Attack to knock both of them away from each other and back to their side before hitting every Pokémon involved in the argument with a leaf from Magic Leaf. Both Poliwrath and Weepingbell were instantly knocked out from the quick attack and the rest of the Pokémon are lying on the floor not hurt but knocked down. Leafeon then shouts at both sides which causes a look of shame to overtake the conscious Pokémon. They all seem to respond with an apology which satisfies Leafeon who then walks over and takes a seat next to Alan still watching the Pokémon who fight it just broke up. "See Ash I told you that Leafeon had the situation under control. Fights like this break out often but thankfully Leafeon is always able to break them. The others have a lot of respect for him." Alan explains and I can't help but think about how my Bulbasaur does the same thing back at Professor Oaks Lab.
"Your Leafeon is something else." I compliment Alan which causes him to laugh.
"Thank you, Ash, I'm sure Leafeon enjoys your praise but honestly Leafeon doesn't belong to me." He tells me while giving Leafeon a stroke.
"Then who does he belong to," I ask.
"My eldest daughter. I asked if I could keep him around here to help me run this place," He tells me and moves to walk away from here and I follow behind him. "Now how about a battle against your Stunsir to see how well you work together."
"Alright let's go." I shout running across the field to where the training field is. While waiting for Alan to catch up I use that time to give a pep talk to my newest Pokémon. "Alright Stunsir this is our first battle so let's give it our all and win." Stunsir chirps happily back at me and nuzzles my cheek. "Alright," I shout when Alan takes his place. "Stunsir I choose you." Stunsir leaps into the air and fly's into position shouting sir sir at Alan wanting the battle to begin. I wonder what Pokemon Alan will use today.
"Wingull your up." He throws his great ball up in the air which reveals his Wingull. A battle in the air. Awesome. "Your move Ash."
Ok so Wingull is a water and flying type which means an Electric move will be super effective against her. Stunsir only electric move is Thunder Shock. So, let's start off with that. "Ok Stunsir use Thunder Shock." At my command Stunsir shoots out an electric current towards Wingull.
"Agility." Alan counters and just before Stunsirs attack hit's Wingull moves out of the way and starts flying towards stunsir. "Now use Mist." Wingull spins in the air throwing out the mist covering the battlefield and hiding Wingull from both mine and Stunsir sight.
"Stunsir be ready she can come from anywhere," I say not really sure what else I can do until Wingull makes her move.
"Quick Attack." Alan commands and wingull appears above Stunsir and dives landing a direct hit knocking my Pokémon to the ground before disappearing back into the Mist. "Back to back attacks," Alan shouts and as soon as Stunsir if back up in the air Wingull hits him with another attack before disappearing back into the mist and repeating the action over and over again.
I have to do something quickly otherwise this battle is over. "Stunsir use Double Team next to the mist." I have a plan and it seems that Stunsir understands what I want to do. Multiple copies of Stunsir appear and one by one Wingull attacks destroying the copied imagine until there is only one left.
"Now Wingull finish this with Wing attack." For what appears to be the final time Wingull appears from behind the cover of her mist and uses wing attack on the last stunsir flying. Only when the attack hit's the image disappears confusing the water flying type Pokémon.
"Ha. Now Stunsir use quick attack." Using Wingull's battling style Stunsir used the double team as a way to tire Wingull out as he hides behind the cover of the mist waiting for the perfect moment to strike and just like Wingull Stunsir shoots out of the mist smashing into Wingull knocking down. "Now use Thunder shock." I yell knowing one hit is all it will take to render Wingull unable to battle. Unable to move out of the way after being hit by Quick Attack the Thunder Shock lands a direct hit winning us the battle. "Yes. Great Stunsir." I cheer as does Pikachu after Stunsir winning his first battle as Alan returns Wingull to her Pokeball.
"I have to say Ash I was expecting for you to use my strategy against me. Nicely done" He praises me and Stunsir and doesn't seem upset about losing.
"Thank you." I tell him slightly embarrassed by his praise.
"Ash." Professor Queen shouts out looking for me before finally spotting me and running over to where we are.
"Professor is everything alright." I ask not sure why she's looking for me.
"Professor Oak told me to tell you that your friend from Sinnoh is about to land at the airport along with the Sinnoh champion. I'm going to go over and pick them up. Care to join me." She asks.
Dawn and Cynthia are going to be here soon. Man, I can't wait to see them again. So, me and Professor Queen get into her car and start driving towards the airport. As we've driving a song comes on the radio which Professor turns up. I recognise the song as "Born to be a Winner." I heard it at the airport when I first landed. Most be popular. It's also a song which I can relate too. "You know." Professor queen starts. "This song is written and performed by my children." Really. So, her children are musicians. Interesting. We don't say anything else but listen to the song.
"Pokemon. Pokemon. Pokemon. Let's do this I want to be the very best That no one ever was to catch them is my real test. To train them is my cause. My whole life has led to this. Time to test my skill. I know that I just can miss. Gonna show the world. Born to be a winner Born to be a champion.
Born to be a winner. Born to be the very best. Born to be a winner. Pokemon!"
I was born to be a winner and I Will become a Pokemon Master after I win the Kinsaha League.
So I'm planning to use all of Ash's Pokemon throughout this story and was wondering if there are certain Pokemon People would like to be brought back first. Also, I still have three slots open on Ash's Kinsaha Team and if anyone would like to suggest what pokemon he could use feel free to say. Until next time. Goodbye.