Pokémon Soul Generations – Hoenn Saga
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Chapter 26: Disaster Filled Encounter! Catching A Dangerless Absol?
Due to how late it was when the party arrived in Fortree City, they had dinner in the Pokemon Center and quickly decided to tuck in for the night. Then during the following morning, Michael got up early and decided to take his All Bug-Type Team to Route 120 to help bring Galvantula and Larvesta up to par with the others. Brendan poked his head out of the room he was staying in.
Brendan - "Where are you going Michael?"
Michael - "Out to Route 120. I wanna finetune Galvantula's move set. And Larvesta's been restless since yesterday. So to be that means she's close to evolving."
Brendan - "Hopefully I can stay around long enough to see her evolved."
Michael - "I'm sure the girls are gonna be happy about it too."
Brendan - "Well I better not keep you six any longer. Have fun with the training."
Michael - "Thanks."
With that, Michael quickly led his five female Bug-Types out to Route 120. During the training, Larvesta heard a commotion going on behind her and walked into the tall grass. Michael then quickly noticed that Larvesta was missing.
Michael - "Girls. Where did Larvesta go?"
Larvesta - "Michael!"
Larvesta then came scurrying out of the tall grass as quickly as her tiny legs could move.
Michael - "What's wrong Larvesta?"
Larvesta - "I heard something going on behind me, so I went to go check on what it was."
Galvantula - "So what did you see?"
Larvesta - "You know of the Absol Blake has, right?"
Michael - "Yes, I do."
Larvesta - "Well I saw a different colored Absol, but she looked badly injured. And there was a pack of normal looking Absol surrounding her. I believe I also heard that the head of the Absol pack in the different colored Absol's dad."
Michael slowly took in the info Larvesta just gave her.
Araquanid - "So what do we do Michael."
Michael - "Simple. We're getting that Shiny Absol out of there."
Michael then slowly led his five Bug-Types through the grass. They quickly came across the clearing. Michael then spotted the injured Shiny Absol.
Frosmoth - "So what's the plan Michael?"
Michael - "For now. I want you five to stay here hidden in the grass."
Ariados - "I get it. You'll go out and distract the pack for a bit. Then when they try to attack you, we'll come in and hold them off while you go check on the injured Shiny Absol."
Michael - "Hit the nail on the head Ariados. Now you girls stay here for a bit."
Larvesta - "Be careful."
Michael - "I will."
Michael slowly walked out of the grass at a crouch, making sure to be as quiet as possible. Meanwhile, he was also making sure to listen in on the "conversation" between father and daughter.
Father Absol - "To think. You're such a disgrace to me. Not even strong enough to defend herself."
Shiny Absol - "At least I have honor when fighting an enemy."
Father Absol - "'Honor'. Pah. Where we come from, there's no such thing as honor."
The father Absol then lunged at his daughter, ready to severely harm her. Shiny Absol closed her eyes, ready to accept her fate. But just as the attack was about to reach her, it was stopped with a clang. Shiny Absol then opened her eyes, seeing that Michael had blocked her father's attack with his aura swords.
Michael - "Sorry buddy. But as far as I can tell. You're a sorry excuse for a father."
Father Absol - "Stay out of this brat! This is between me and my daughter!"
Michael - "Yeah right. Like your daughter here said, at least she has honor."
Father Absol - "Get Him!"
Shiny Absol - "Look out!"
Michael - "Now girls!"
Ariados suddenly led the rest of her sisters out of their hiding spot. The five of them then began fighting Father Absol and his pack. Meanwhile, Michael put away his swords and quickly went over to check on the injured Shiny Absol. But just before he could ask about her condition, Larvesta was suddenly knocked back towards him.
Ariados/Araquanid/Frosmoth/Galvantula - "Sis!"
Michael - "No Larvesta!"
Michael snarled a bit in annoyance as Father Absol slowly walked over towards a severely injured Larvesta.
Father Absol - "Nice try little bug. But you were just too weak to stand up to me."
Larvesta - "No..."
Father Absol - "What did you say?!"
Larvesta - "I said... I'm... not... Weak!"
Larvesta then suddenly started glowing. Everyone watched as Larvesta was replaced with a brand-new Pokémon.
Michael - "Alright! Larvesta finally evolved into Volcarona! Time to turn this battle in our favor."
Each of the girls pushed away their opponent and came back over to Michael.
Michael - "Let's hit them where it hurts ladies! Ariados! Araquanid! Poison Lunge and Liquid Lunge! Frosmoth, Galvantula, Volcarona! Follow that up with triple Bug Buzz!"
Ariados and Araquanid quickly rushed at their opponents, catching them quickly by surprise. Frosmoth, Galvantula, and Volcarona then quickly followed up on the confusion by firing off a triple Bug Buzz.
Michael - "Frosmoth! Send these punks flying with Hurricane!"
Frosmoth whipped up a massive storm which picked up the five dazed Absol's and flung them far away.
Michael - "And that's that."
Michael then walked back over to check on the injured Absol.
Michael - "Are you ok?"
Absol - "Besides a sprained left leg, I'm good for the most part."
Michael - "Then I'm guessing you can't walk, much less stand up, at all?"
Absol slowly tried to stand up, but the pain in her left rear leg was too much to bear.
Absol - "Sadly no, I can't."
Michael - "I'll just have to carry you over to the Pokémon Center then."
? - "Need a hand with that then?"
Michael slowly turned to face the voice. But he didn't worry since it was someone he actually knew.
Michael - "Well I'll be..."
-A Few Minutes Later At The Pokémon Center-
Brendan and the girls looked to see as the doors to the Pokémon Center opened. Then in walked Michael. And alongside him was...
Weiss - "What's Steven doing here?"
Michael - "I'll explain in a sec. Just let me hand this injured Shiny Absol over to Nurse Joy first."
The others watched as Michael walked over to the front counter, carrying Absol as gently as possible. He and Nurse Joy then exchanged a few words. Soon Absol was taken to the back to have her injured leg examined. Meanwhile, Michael and Steven joined the others for breakfast.
Ruby - "So what happened?"
Michael quickly explained to the girls what happened when he took his all Bug-Type team out to Route 120 to train.
Clair - "We did hear a good gust of wind go by the front doors but didn't think anything about it. And what about you Steven?"
Steven - "I was on the bridge crossing over the lake on Route 120 minding my own business. Then that sudden gust of Hurricane force winds nearly knocked me off the bridge and into the water. Thankfully, Metagross was able to come out and keep that from happening. Anyway, after the wind died down, I quickly rushed over to the where the wind came from. And that's where I came across Michael. Where he explained everything that happened inside the grass."
Michael - "Steven then offered to help me bring Absol over to the Pokémon Center. And so, here we are now."
Nurse Joy then walked over.
Nurse Joy - "Michael?"
Michael - "Yes Nurse Joy? Is Absol ok?"
Nurse Joy - "Yes, she's doing just fine. Besides her leg injury, she's in perfect health."
Michael - "So how long until she's fully healed?"
Nurse Joy - "Tomorrow morning at the earliest. But I do suggest waiting for an additional 2-3 days for her to be able to battle."
Michael - "That's fine then. My friends and I will make sure she rests long enough for her leg to fully heal."
Nurse Joy - "Good to hear. So will you sign the paperwork now? Or wait until tomorrow morning?"
Michael - "I'll wait until tomorrow. Besides, Absol actually hasn't given me an answer yet on if she's gonna join me or not."
Blake - "I think it's fair for you to worry about her health first. Proves how much of a caring Trainer you truly are."
Michael - "Aww. Thanks Blake."
Pinkie - "So what are you gonna do about your Gym Challenge then?"
Michael - "I'll just put it off till tomorrow then. Besides, I don't think I'd be able to concentrate while worrying about Absol's health."
Brendan - "Aw man. And I was looking forward to seeing just how your battle style works too..."
Michael - "Well don't worry. Cause I'll be staying here during your Gym Challenge too."
Brendan - "That's fair. And that'll also easier since we can truly find out who's the better Trainer at the Pokémon League."
Brendan held out his hand.
Brendan - "Shall we shake on it then?'
Michael - "It's a deal."
Michael then grabbed Brendan's hand and shook it.
Michael - "Also. Surprised that you all haven't seen the new Pokémon I've gotten with me yet."
Rainbow - "What do you mean?"
Michael - "Look at the Pokémon to Galvantula's right."
Everyone turned to see where Michael was pointing. They then saw Volcarona.
Weiss - "Did Larvesta...?"
Michael - "That's right. She evolved. In fact, it was during the battle with Absol's father that it happened."
Ruby - "Wow. Congrats Volcarona."
Volcarona - "Thanks Ruby."
Michael - "Volcarona. Can you, Galvantula, Armarouge, and Ceruledge come here for a sec please?"
The four Pokémon walked over and stood next to each other in front of Michael.
Michael - "Now I know I haven't done it for every Pokémon I've caught and kept with me in Hoenn so far. But from this point forward, I WILL be stating the PokéDex entries for EVERY Pokémon I catch AND keep with me during our journey. And their evolutions as well. And I'll start with Galvantula because I forgot to do it back at the Weather Institute."
Michael cleared his throat and first turned to Galvantula.
Michael - "'Galvantula, the EleSpider Pokémon. Galvantula launches electrified fur from its abdomen as its means of attack. Opponents hit by the fur could be in for three full days and nights of paralysis.' 'Larvesta, the Torch Pokémon. In ancient times, Larvesta was worshipped as the emissary of the sun. However, Larvesta was also viewed as a burden as it often caused forest fires.' 'Volcarona, the Sun Pokémon. This Pokémon scatters burning scales. Most of the danger of these scales is not in their heat, but the way they rob the surrounding air of oxygen.' 'Charcadet, the Fire Child Pokémon. Charcadet's firepower increases when it fights, reaching over 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit. Charcadet likes berries that are rich in fat.' 'Armarouge, the Fire Warrior Pokémon. Armarouge clads itself in armor that's been fortified by Psychic and Fire energy, and it shoots blazing fireballs.' 'Ceruledge, the Fire Blades Pokémon. An old set of armor steeped in grudges caused Ceruledge's evolution. Ceruledge cuts its enemies to pieces without mercy.'"
Steven - "Very well-done Michael. I'm guessing you'll do the same for Absol tomorrow then?"
Michael - "Of course. Now you guys get going for Brendan's Gym Challenge."
Brendan - "Wish me luck then."
With that, Michael watched as Brendan, Steven, and the girls left for the Fortree City Gym for Brendan's Gym Challenge. Meanwhile, Michael has decided to use his time freshening up on his aura skills with Dragcaria. A few hours later, the party, minus Brendan returned.
Michael - "Did Brendan win?"
Ruby - "He did. But he also came close to NOT winning at all."
Michael - "Well here's hoping he has a much better team once I face him at the League."
Weiss - "I take it you're brushing up on Dragcaria's aura lessons?"
Michael - "Yes. As well as learn anything new since I have the time."
Roxanne - "Surprised you're able to balance this and train your Pokémon so well."
Yang - "That's not actually it Roxanne."
Flannery - "It's not?"
Michael - "What I normally do is work out EVERYONE'S training, then let them supervise themselves, as well as each other, during that day's training. Times I'll assist or spot for them if no one else is available. Same goes for Yang and AJ helping out if needed."
Whitney - "Just how tough is this training?"
Applejack - "I actually had my Medichan and Hawlucha try Michael's training once. They both said never again..."
Whitney - "Forget I asked..."
Michael - "Well anyway. Like I promised Nurse Joy, Absol's gonna be sitting out of training for the next few days. Fluttershy. Think you and Fauna could help me with that?"
Fluttershy - "Of course. Just leave Absol's care to us."
For the rest of the day, Michael continued with his aura training. Then, everyone had dinner and went to sleep for the night. During the following morning, Michael woke up early and walked over to the front desk. He quickly signed the paperwork that would let him get ownership of Absol. Nurse Joy then had Chansey bring out Absol on a trolley as Michael pulled an Ultra Ball out of his backpack.
Michael - "Well then Absol. You're officially one of my Pokémon. If you want to be that is."
Absol - "What do you mean if I want to be?"
Michael - "Well whenever I'm gonna catch a Pokémon that I'll be taking along with me for the journey, I decide to get to know them before catching them. This way we can get to know each other more before you decide on if you want to be caught or not."
Absol - "Well then I've already made my decision."
Michael - "You have?"
Absol then tapped the button on the Ultra Ball, getting sucked into it. The Ultra Ball then shook three times before clicking. Michael could only smile.
Michael - "Alright! I just caught a Shiny Absol!"
Michael then brought Absol out.
Michael - "Welcome to the team Absol."
Absol - "Thanks Michael."
Soon the two of them, along with everyone else, sat down for breakfast.
