Disclaimer: I don't own Smash.
"I have to fight this guy?"
Through the lenses of his glasses, Joker peered at his opponent standing at the far end of the stadium, who he was about to go into combat against.
Ever since joining Smash, the leader of the Phantom Thieves had been eager to prove himself a worthy addition to the roster. With all his experience in defeating Shadows while exploring Palaces with his allies, battling against these iconic characters should have been no problem for a tough guy like him.
So why had he just been pitted against Pikachu?
Joker stared heavily at the Electric-type Pokémon he was in the arena with. It was gazing back at him in all its adorable nature. With its bright red cheeks, pointed ears and lightning-shaped tail, the teenage in black felt reluctant to hurt this little yellow mouse.
"I can't do this," Joker murmured to himself. "I can't hurt Pikachu. Maybe I should forfeit this battle…"
"No need for that, Joker! Let me deal with him!"
Joker's ears perked up upon hearing a familiar voice abruptly speak to him. He looked around to see a small black and white shape bounce into view. It stood before the young man, taking a battle stance as it faced directly towards Pikachu.
"I'll fill in for you!" Morgana declared. "Let a professional handle this pesky little rodent!"
Joker smiled. He no longer felt worried about Pikachu getting hurt in their battle. He could let his cat take the mouse out without having to lift a finger.
"READY!" the announcer boomed. "GO!"
The arena instantly filled with roaring from the excited crowd as the battle was underwater. Morgana and Pikachu charged towards each other. The black and white cat quickly took out his sword, preparing to use it on the yellow mouse.
"Alright, ya little rat!" Morgana hollered. "It's time for you to meet your match! This arena is no place for vermin like you!"
Morgana swung his weapon - but it only sliced through the air as Pikachu leapt out of the way.
"Hey!" Morgana shouted angrily. "Stand still and lemme hit you!"
The feline launched himself at the Pokémon, bringing his weapon down towards it - only for the blade to strike the arena floor as Pikachu leapt out of the way. It was difficult to tell whether it was using Quick Attack - or was just a quick avoider of Morgana's attacks.
"Is this all you're gonna do all battle?" Morgana frowned. "Run away from me?"
Pikachu stood on all fours, a deep glare crossing its furry face.
"Too scared to fight me, are you?C'mon, what are you? A man or a-Oh, wait!" Morgana cut off, snickering as he realised the word he was going to say was exactly what his opponent was. "Never mind! Mrahahaha!"
The cat started to cackle. He was amused by what he'd just said, as well how his opponent seemed to afraid to fight against him. He laughed in all his arrogant, cocky nature, letting his guard down along with his sword.
That was exactly what Pikachu wanted.
The mouse began to charge straight towards the cat. It bounded across the arena floor, summoning all the energy in its little body. As it neared the Morgana, Pikachu flung himself into the air - where its cheeks began to fizzle.
"Hey!" Morgana exclaimed, his laughs ceasing as his eyes widened at the sight of what his opponent was suddenly doing. "Wha the-"
"Pika…CHUUUUUUUUUUUU!"
Great showers of electricity exploded from Pikachu as it launched a Thunderbolt Attack. It struck its target brutally. Morgana wailed and yowled as he was shocked by the little mouse. His eyes filled with dizzy swirls as his black and white fur stood up.
From where he stood from the sidelines, Joker watched with disbelief, his jaw hanging open. He was astounded to see what Morgana had lost his battle to. His cat companion was constantly helping him to defeat Shadows - yet he had just been beaten by a mouse.
"GAME!" the announcer called into his microphone. "PIKACHU WINS!"
Having been announced the victor, Pikachu ceased his attack. Its cute face brightened up as he gazed around adorably at the crowds who were beginning to clap and cheer for it. It stood in the center of the arena, unharmed and triumphant.
"Pika Pika!"
Morgana staggered around, dazed from being electrocuted from Pikachu's Thunderbolt Attack. He groaned and slurred as he tipped off of his feet, crashing down to land on his back.
Joker ran from the sidelines back onto the arena floor. He picked up his fuzzy friend from where he lay. He cradled him in his arms, seeing that streaks of smoke were coming from his fur.
"You alright, Morgana?"
"Ughhh…" Morgana moaned. "What a shock that was…"
Joker chuckled. "I know! Fancy a cat losing a fight to a mouse!"
"Shut up, Joker… I am not a cat…"
"You're looking rough there." Joker tilted his head, smiling. "Wanna call it a day and go to sleep?"
"Hey… That's my line…" Morgana slurred before passing out.
THE END