Hello. My name is Jude Mathis. I know you didn't expect me to narrate this, but I prefer to do this so that you won't worry about perspective. Anyway, after arriving in Lumiose City, I finally meet Professor Sycamore in person. After he battled me with the three starters from Kanto, he gave me the opportunity to take one with me. Since I have Fennekin and Panpour, the logical choice would be Bulbasaur. He even gave me a strange stone that he said will become useful once Bulbasaur fully evolves. I've been told that I can't battle the Lumiose Gym Leader yet because of a power outage. So I battled the Cyllage City Gym Leader, Grant for the Cliff Badge. Along the way, I've captured some new Pokemon, and watched as Fennekin and Bulbasaur became Braxien and Ivysaur respectively, along with my Perfect Link Riolu, finally becoming a Lucario. There were also these guys from Team Flare that were up to no good. They kind of reminded me of Exodus for some reason. I am now in Shalour City to face off against Korrina. However, before I could, there was something Professor wanted us to see in the Tower of Mastery.
When Jude walked into the Tower of Mastery, he saw a statue of Lucario, but in a different form. He saw Korrina, who he met earlier in Geosenge Town and Gurkinn, who is also known as the Mega Evolution guru. Soon enough, everyone had arrived.
"There you guys are!" Shauna said.
"It feels like it's been a while since our whole group gathered in one place." Trevor said.
"Yeah, not since Aquacorde Town." Jude said.
"Nah, I'm sure it was Route 7." Tierno said.
"Now, as I'm sure you might've guessed." Gurkinn said. "Korrina here is the Shalour City Gym Leader. So, now would be a good time as any to explain Mega Evolution. You all know by now what Pokemon evolution is, right?"
"Yep!" Shauna said. "If you battle with your Pokemon a lot, they grow stronger and evolve!"
"That's true." Jude said. "Plus, there are Pokemon that evolve with certain items or in certain times of the day."
"Not only that, but some Pokemon evolve through friendship and others in certain places." Serena said.
"Exactly! Marks for all three of you!" Korrina said to Shauna, Jude and Serena. "It's likely that Pokemon evolve in other ways as well! However, Mega Evolution is an Evolution that transcends all other Evolution!"
Gurkinn nods. "Indeed! Mega Evolution is a transformation of Pokemon that were thought to be unable to evolve any further! It's a whole new level of power!"
Trevor thought about this. "So in an Evolutionary line like Charmander, Charmeleon and Charizard... Does that mean Charizard will be able to evolve even further?"
"That's right!" Korrina said. "However, not all Pokemon can Mega Evolve."
"Indeed." Gurkinn said. "There's a reason why I used the word 'transformation' a moment ago. Mega Evolution differs from Evolution because it ends after a certain amount of time. In other words, it's a temporary evolution."
"I see." Jude said. "I suppose it would make sense, since transformations don't exactly last long."
"To make Mega Evolution work, you need two items: a Mega Stone for the Pokemon, and the Mega Ring, which has a mysterious stone set in it, for the Trainer. Since Professor Sycamore entrusted each of you with a Pokedex, I would like to give these items to all of you... I'd like to share them with you, but..."
"There's only one Mega Ring, is that correct?"
"Yes, unfortunately. It's a very precious item, which is why my research hasn't gotten anywhere. So, I want all of you to decide among yourselves which one of you will be the one who challenges the Mega Evolution successor."
"I'll pass." Tierno said. "Pokemon battling's not really my scene. So Mega Evolution would be way out of my league."
"Same here." Shauna said. "It really would be a cool memory, and it does look interesting, but..."
"I want to complete the Pokedex first." Trevor said. "If you try to do too much at once, you won't accomplish anything."
"Then that leaves..." Shauna starts.
"Me and Serena." Jude said.
"I wouldn't mind a battle for it." Serena said as she and Jude got into position. "It gives me an opportunity to compete and see who's better. I will master Mega Evolution and set myself apart from other Trainers. I'll also do it for my Pokemon-we've come so far together, and they never stopped believing in me, their Trainer. You and your Pokemon are stronger. I can tell just by looking at you... But I will not lose. No... I'm going to win! So come at me with all you've got, Jude!" Serena said as she sent out a female Meowstic.
"Let's go, Vespiquen!" Jude said as he sent out Vespiquen. Vespiquen was able to take out Meowstic and Absol before being wiped out by Frogadier, who got beaten by Jude's White Flower Floette.
"I can feel the bonds between you and your Pokemon." Serena said, admitting defeat. "Losing is frustrating, but... You will definitely be able to Mega Evolve your Pokemon! I'm sure of it!"
"I agree. That was an excellent battle!" Korrina said. "However, Mega Evolution is just one way to make Pokemon stronger. There are many Trainers who bring out the strength of their Pokemon without Mega Evolution! Jude, come meet me in the Shalour City Gym when you're ready." Korrina leaves for the Gym at that.
"I'm sure the professor will be happy if you master Mega Evolution. That's one way you can show mastery as a Trainer." Serena said.
At the Gym, she was a tough battler, but I managed to defeat her and get the Rumble Badge. But before I could get too the next Gym, Korrina wanted me to come to the top of the Tower of Mastery.
When Jude got to the top of the Tower of Mastery, Korrina was already waiting for her.
"So, you've come. I really love this place, you know. When I'm here with my Pokémon, looking at the wide-open sky above, all worries disappear, and I feel like I can do anything!" Korrina then turns to Jude. "Thanks for coming all the way up here. It was decided that this must be the place where the Mega Ring is handed over. Something about making sure we never forget to set our sights as high as the sky. And here it is-your very own Mega Ring! It's in the shape of a bracelet, so it's super easy to wear!" Korrina gives the Mega Ring to Jude, who puts it on his left wrist. "Give your Pokémon the right Mega Stone, and try battling with it! Your Pokémon will surely answer the call of the Mega Ring! Say, you have a Lucario of your own, right?"
Jude nods at this. "Yes, I do. I actually came to Kalos with him as a Riolu."
"So, you must already share a deep bond with him. Would you mind using him against my Lucario? A Lucario-on-Lucario battle! It will be nothing short of riveting. They both have Lucarionite in hand! How about we get this show on the road?"
Jude and his Lucario get into stance at this. "Yeah. I'm up to the challenge!"
"I can feel your Lucario's passion. Perhaps it's just that it doesn't want to lose to the other Lucario, but it may be that it's just on the same wavelength as you..." Korrina closes her eyes for a moment. "Are you ready, Lucario?" Korrina's Lucario nods at this. "Let's give it all we've got!" Korrina activates her Mega Glove at that.
Jude nods and presses on the Mega Ring. "Our will...and choices...shall carry on! Now and forever! Now, Mega Evolve!" A light pulsates from both Lucario as they change form.
The two Mega Lucario come up and use Power-Up Punch on each other. Just when they were evenly matched, Korrina's Lucario goes down.
Both Lucario revert and Jude's Lucario helps Korrina's Lucario back up. "What an explosive battle!" Korrina said. "I could tell that both Mega Lucario didn't hold anything back! With strong bonds like that, you shouldn't have any trouble triggering your Pokémon's Mega Evolution! Jude, I can tell that the bond you share with your Lucario transcends even worlds. As long as Pokémon and Trainers have the kindness to care for each other and give each other courage, the world will be full of smiles!"
Jude nods at this. "That's a lesson to take to heart."
"Well, see you, Jude. Hope you beat the Pokémon League!" Korrina and Jude wave good-bye to each other as he leaves with his Lucario for the next Gym.
A/N: Inspired by Jexi the Hunter and Hope the Victor