Reborn Maybe

Chapter 14: Phoenix Rising

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An Hour Later; River City Central Park

Cue Kalos Boutique Theme

We arrived at a rather large scenic park in the middle of this large city and I scratched the back of my head. Alexis rubs up against my left leg and I pet her on the head, making her purr.

"So, what should I look out for?" I asked and Revy came up to me, wearing her ionic black tank top and blue shorts. She took a puff from her cigarette and looked around.

"A woman with blonde hair and usually wearing sunglasses… She also has a wicked scar going down her body," Revy told me and I nodded my head. Ranma, Kyoko, and Misako stood behind me as I took a deep breath and glanced around. Suddenly, a red dot appeared in the middle of my shirt and I quickly looked down at it. That's a sniper scope, trained right on me… Revy glanced down and quickly placed a hand on my shoulder. The dot disappeared and I let out a long breath.

"Yep, she's here…"

"I assume she has a Lotta enemies…" I said to Revy and she nods her head, "Well, I need her help. So, I'm kinda stuck either way." Then, Revy's PokéGear rang and Revy picks it up.

"This is Revy," Revy said as she looked ahead.

" Hope I didn't scare the kid too much. Head straight, and you'll see me," Balalaika said on the other line.

"I'm on it. See you in a sec…" Revy said and nods to me. Balalaika hung up after that and I glanced at Ranma, holding her hands.

"I need you to go with Misako and Kyoko and keep your distance, okay? Don't wanna make her not trust me," I told her warmly and she frowned at me, "Ranma, trust me… I have to go with Revy. Can't keep her waiting." Ranma sighed and Misako placed a hand on Ranma's shoulder.

"Come on, Ranma," Misako told her and the 3 girls walked off… But, not before Ranma kissed me on the lips. I took a deep breath and followed Revy for a few minutes until I saw her…

It was a blonde wearing a brown overcoat and black hat over her blonde hair. She also wore sunglasses, just like Revy said. She was sitting on a long bench, crossing her long legs over each other. She glanced slightly over in our direction and smirked.

"So, we finally meet… Ocarina Guardian," Balalaika said calmly and I froze at that, "Oh, don't look like that. I know a lot of the Guardians… Well, know who is one and who isn't one. Considering I used to be one before I had my daughter…" Wait, Balalaika used to be a Guardian?! She has a daughter?! Who's her daughter?!

"But, let's get down to business. Have a seat. We have much to discuss…" I slowly walked over to her and sat next to her while Revy stood next to her, keeping an eye out.

"Okay, now… You want to form a gang, from what you told me. Well, I can help with finances, if need be. You know a lot of people already, so I'm not surprised you befriended Revy," Balalaika said as she leaned back on the bench, "In fact, I'm impressed by that feat. Revy don't usually befriend just anyone."

"It's actually the opposite… I kinda flirted with her and she shoved a gun in my face," I said and she smirked at me while Revy gave me a deadpan glance, "Sorry."

"The flirting was super cringe, which is why I pointed a gun at him. But, I felt bad afterwards," Revy said as she shook her head. I shrugged and Revy chuckled at that.

"Anyway, let's get this conversation started. What do I have to do for a partnership?" I asked Balalaika as I glanced at her. She looked ahead and hummed. She nods her head and glanced back at me.

"There's someone that I want you to look out for," Balalaika said seriously, "She's a newbie trainer and I worry a hell of a lot for her. She is my niece… A Kaslana, in fact. I'm sure you heard of the name." I flinched visibly at that, which had Me on edge.

" Did you have history with the Kaslanas, Me?" I asked Him.

"My mom and a woman named Cecelia… Were once lovers before she met Dad and married him. They are good friends, though… But, Cecelia's husband, on the other hand… He is not fond of Mom and Cecelia's past. Hell, he hates Mom for taking Cecelia's virginity, from what Mom told Dad one day. Homura, Nessa, Seth, Ander, and I overheard a conversation they had about it," I explained to Me. I snorted at that. Oh, that's interesting… Mom's bi. And, Cecelia Schlaric is Mom's ex. A very interesting development…

" Okay. I understand what is going on here… So, the Dad would be holding a grudge, so he might tell his kid to hate any Naoko, " I said to Him and He agreed.

"Okay, what is the kid's name?" I asked Balalaika as I glanced at her.

"Kiana Kaslana. She would be joining you when you reach Eterna. I want her to get things prepared in advance before she joins you, understand?" Balalaika said as she took a pack of cigarettes from her overcoat pocket. She took one and held it up… Only for a small ember to appear out of thin air. A Chandelure appeared next to her and she took a puff from the cigarette. She wants me to look out for Kiana? Like, wouldn't her pops wanna skewer me?

"Ummm… Wouldn't her father be all…" I said and she chuckled.

"That's the reason why I request this. Her father cheated on her mother," Balalaika said as she looked at me. I blinked in shock. Wait, hold on… Siegfried cheated on Cecelia? Why the hell… Wait. He is a bit of a womanizer, from what I remember from Honkai Impact 3rd when I played it briefly.

"…I see," I said as I rubbed my forehead, "So, what does that have to do with me?"

"Well, this is where you come in. Kiana has heard of the Naoko name through her mother and decided to see what you were all about. Would have joined you earlier, but…" Balalaika said, implying the backstory I told her.

"Fair enough," I told her and rubbed my face, "Okay, I'll do it. Just make sure she meets me. And, you can count on me for what you need."

"Then, I will make this gang for you… As a part of the Black Lagoon company," she told me and I raised an eyebrow, "Hear me out: You will have the full support of the Black Lagoon company this way instead of partially, if you would have made your own gang. Financial support, military training, Pokémon supplies at your disposal, scientists giving you whatever needs or technological advances at the palm of your hand… Anything you want, you just ask. I'll cover for you." I thought about it and realized that this might be better for me… And, the others.

"Can I name it, at least?" I asked her and she nods her head.

"James, you are the leader of this group. You're in charge of everything, I'm just supplying you," Balalaika told me and I perked up at that.

"…Phoenix Rising," I said to her and she raised her eyebrow, "It has meaning. I fell hard when I was back in Silph Co. At age 12, when I traveled with Bradley. Ranma saved me and she revived me… So, I owe it to her. And, she loves Phoenixes, especially. I am rising again with the help of others, so I am gonna be better than before."

"Meaning… I see what you are doing there. Very respectful," Balalaika said as she sat back, "Okay, you won't need an insignia since I have an idea what you want."

"A Ho-Oh surrounded in flames," I said plainly. She smirked and nods her head.

"Now, I'll get that started. Give me a few days…" Balalaika said as she stood up and her Chandelure floated behind her.

"Few days?" I asked curiously. She glanced back at me.

"Yes. I need to make sure that no hits are put out on you at this time, since bounty hunters would most likely be hunting you down on half of the PHK. They get word that you are with me, they would be wary of attacking you. Then, I gotta get your insignias made as well as any clothing you need engraved with the insignia. If I were you, I'd stay in town for a few days until I get it all sorted out," Balalaika told me and I chuckled at that.

"I was planning in staying a while… Got some things to do here," I told her as I nodded my head.

"Good. I'd better get back to my office. Dutch might be calling by now," Balalaika said as she nods her head, "Pleasure to be working with you, boy." Balalaika and I shook hands and I smiled at her. She smirked back and walked away coolly.

"Your sister is crazy cool," I told Revy, who was smoking a cigarette.

"Heh… Watch her when she is working 100%," Revy told me as she stood up straight, "That will be a different story. Come on… We better get going." Revy led me away to where Ranma, Misako, and Kyoko were… Who had Alexis Erica, and Lola with them. My Pokémon came over to me and comforted me as I sighed with relief.

"Are we in business?" Misako asked me and I looked at them.

"Oh, yeah. Actually, we are now part of the Black Lagoon Company as our own unit, which is much better," I told them, which sparked confused looks, "If I made my own gang, there would so little that she could do for me. So, I joined Black Lagoon. Well, something like that."

"Looks like you got your work cut out for you," Kyoko told me and I rubbed the back of my head.

"Yes… Yes, I do. Well, we better get out of here. I'll call Momo and see where this summer home is at," I said and pulled out my phone. I stopped when my phone rang, signaling that someone was calling me. I picked it up quickly and answered with a…

"Hello. This is James."

"Jamie, it's me. How'd it go?" It was Amanda.

"Ah, hey Mandy. I was about to call you guys. Where are you?" I asked her.

" We are at this huge house near the other end of River City, which they call the Coast side. It's overlooking the river route that goes to Canalave City," Amanda said, " You gotta see this! It's beautiful! And, the sunset… Oh, man! It's beautiful!"

"We are on our way. I'll ask Misako and Kyoko where the Coast side is," I said and both girls perked up at that.

"That's the rich people part of the city," Misako said, "We've been there before a few times…"

"We're on our way," I said as I glanced at Ranma and Revy while taking out the voucher Momo handed me and we headed out of the park, "I have a lot to tell you."

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Some Time Later; River City Coast Side; Yayorozu Summer Residence

We piled out of the taxi and looked up at a large 3 story red and yellow house that towered above us. It was surrounded in a large 15 foot metal gate.

"Nice place they got here…" Revy said as she folded her arms. Suddenly, the gate opened and there stood Momo, standing with a smile on her face. She wore a black tank top with pink shorts with blue tennis shoes. She looked cute, honestly.

"Welcome to my family summer home, everyone," Momo smiled as she walked up to us, "Everyone is inside. Come along." She took me and Ranma's hands and led us inside. On the inside of the house, it looked more like a meeting hall than a regular living room. Everyone was doing their own things, talking to each other or tending to their Pokémon. My girlfriends looked up at me and rushed over to greet me.

"You okay? Did that woman hurt you?" Anna asked as she pats me down.

"Anna, chill! I'm okay…" I told her and held her hands. She blushed and twiddled her index fingers.

"Everything went well, in fact. I'm glad it did, because I was not looking forward to anything going bad," I said with relief.

"So, what are we gonna do now?" Aqua asked as she was rubbing Evan, her Riolu, on the top of the head.

"We got some time until she calls me back," Revy said as she looked at the group, "We can spend some time in River City, if we want."

"Well, we came here to heal Kitty… Which might take the time we have. Or, I have another idea. But, promise that you guys won't freak out," I said and stepped back. Everyone looked at me but my girlfriends, who looked on in intrigue. They knew what I was planning. I closed my eyes and suddenly felt myself nearly falling forwards. I opened my eyes and looked back at Myself. He cracked his neck and sighed.

"…What the hell?" Bradley asked in shock.

"Ahem… I can split myself in 2 people," I said as I patted my chest, "Gonna be confusing to my Pokémon, especially…"

"No kidding," Lola said as she blinked in shock. Alexis and Erica had cross eyed looks as they looked between Me and Me. I took a pair of headphones from my backpack that I bought back in Oreburgh City and fitted them around my neck.

"Gonna need to wear an accessory to tell us apart," I said and glanced at Me, "So, umm…" Amanda hugs My arm and smiled as Blanc stuck at My right side. Ranma and Anna stuck around Me and looked at him with a smile.

"So, I assume with the reactions that you girls knew about this?" Revy asked calmly and they nodded. Revy then widened her eyes and smirked devilishly.

"Oh, I see now! James, you dog…" Revy teased as she wriggled her eyebrows. I gave a deadpan stare while I rubbed the back of My head and she laughed while Aqua gasped.

"Wait… Oh, I wanna know now!" Aqua said excitedly.

"I'll tell you later," I said to her.

" Glad one of us are saying that," I said as I rubbed the back of My head.

"Anyway… In this case, I'm gonna have Myself go with Momo, Kitty, and Bradley to Yayorozu Pharmaceutical for the treatment while I take care of some business here. It's gonna be a lot to cover, in fact… Training with My Pokémon, catching new team members, calling my family, getting appointments set up for Phoenix Rising… The works," I said.

"Phoenix Rising?" Amanda asked and I rubbed the back of my head, glancing at Me.

"I'll answer that. So, our gang would operate under Balalaika as our own thing. The only thing she would claim is financial support. Everything is on us, but I wanted to name it Phoenix Rising," I said as He looked at Ranma, who looked at Him expectantly, " After you, Ranma… And, how you revived me."

"And, I co-signed that name, making it also about me getting a second chance," I said with a smile. Ranma blushed and looked away while scratching her cheek. Anna pouted and He pets her on the head, making her giggle and blush cutely.

"It's something we both agreed would work," I said, "Oh, I should give you Vergil. He could keep you company while you are taking care of Kitty."

" Good call. I miss my buddy," I said and handed him Vergil's Ultra Ball. He called out the Victini and Vergil looked between Me and Me.

" It's okay, Vergil. It's just me… and me. But, we are the same person, anyway… You'll be with me for a while, as we heal Kitty, " I said to Vergil.

" Ah, you did Ki Soul Separation! That's a rare Normie skill to use!" Vergil told Me and I raised an eyebrow at that.

"Normie? What the hell is a Normie?" I asked him and everyone just blinked at that but Misako widened her eyes.

"You heard his telepathy?! That's rare for a Normie to hear a Psychic Type!" Misako said as she looked at Us.

"What is a Normie?" Ranma parroted what I just asked.

"You, me… We're Normies. Ki users… The phrase has been forgotten to those who don't practice Ki usage like us," Misako told Us. We looked at each other, unaware that there was a phrase for Ki Users.

"It sounds weird," I stated as I chuckled nervously.

"Well, I'm surprised that you got a Psychic Type that can use Telepathy. Normies like us can't normally hear Telepathy from other Psychic Types and Psychics in general," Misako told me and I scratched the back of My head.

" Because Vergil has been with me since my Kanto journey. We spent a lot of time together. He originally belonged to Momo, in fact," I said as I shrugged my shoulders.

"That is correct. I traded him his Togetic for Vergil to care for. He is still with me, but he misses him a lot. Speaking of which… JULIAN! JAMES IS HERE!" Momo called as she looked up to the ceiling. Suddenly, we heard some small thuds from upstairs and a door forced open. Then, a white blur zooms from the upper floor and tackles Me to the ground. It was a Togetic that had a small bowtie around his neck. He was letting out happy noises as he rubbed his cheek against My face.

"Hey, Julian… It's good to see you again, bud," I told him. He hovered around Me as I watched this. Then, Julian turned to see Me and had question marks floating above my head.

" Oh, Julian. This is me… But, it's a little hard to explain," He said.

"There's… Something else I had to give you if I ever seen you again, James," Momo told Us . Both of us looked at her as I heard some scuttling coming from the top of the stairs. I froze in pure shock as I looked in amazement. It was a Pikachu at the top of the stairs, a Light Ball attached to a necklace around her neck. She hops down the stairs and looked at Us, tilting her head to the side.

"I know she can't replace Bolt… But, give her a chance to be loved. It's the least I could do after hearing you lost Bolt before…" The Pikachu hops up on My left shoulder and rubbed her right cheek against My left cheek. I couldn't help but shed a few tears at this. I nodded my head and smiled at Momo.

" Thank you, Momo… " Both of us said at the same time, meaning that. I scratched the Pikachu on her left ear and she let out a happy cry.

" I'll call you Edie…" I said, " Short for Edison." Edie hugs Me and I smiled and hugged her back.

"It's interesting that she can tell the difference between you 2," Bradley said as he folded his arms. Alexis sat on her hind legs and Edie hops down to greet Alexis with a smile. Alexis greeted her back and smiled while Lola waves to her. Erica and Julian hovered around each other and happily chattered with each other.

"Julian is happier with you, so take care of him, okay?" Momo told Us and We nodded. I took the PokéDex and handed it to Me so that He could scan Julian and Edie.

"Pikachu, The Mouse Pokémon. This Forest Dwelling Pokémon stores electricity in its cheeks, so you'll feel a tingly shock if you touch it. Pikachu are normally friendly with their trainers and are very loyal, willing to go to bat with stronger opponents than itself if their trainer is in trouble. In some cases, it overcomes its opponent with Electrical attacks greater than it can put out. This Pikachu is Lv. 17 and is female with the Hardy Nature, with the moves Zippy Zap, Shock Wave, Thunderbolt, Iron Tail, Brick Break, Charm, Tail Whip, and Sweet Kiss, " PokéDex explained. She has Zippy Zap? Sounds like she was bred with this move. Only Kantonian Pikachu can have Zippy Zap. Edie looked up at Me as I bent down and pet her on head. He then went to scan Julian.

"Togetic, The Happiness Pokémon. It is told that to share its happiness, it appears in front of kindhearted people to share the love and happiness it stores. In few instances, it brings love to 2 people that are destined together. Togetic are very popular around couples for this reason alone. This Togetic is Lv. 16 and male and has the Bold Nature with the ability Serene Grace with the moves Tri Attack, Metronome, Soft-Boiled, Yawn, Air Cutter, Roost, Shock Wave, Mystical Fire, and Extrasensory, " PokéDex explained. Oh, Julian is gonna be a tank when he grows up! Nice! I pet Julian on the back and he purrs happily at that.

"Oh, one more thing! I almost forgot… Vergil, Edie, Julian. Come here for a second…" I said and they came closer to me. I took the PokéDex and scanned them over carefully. Then, they began glowing yellow. They looked at themselves as the light disappeared

"Innates Fully Optimized For Togetic, Pikachu, and Victini. Here are the Innate Abilities they can learn:

Togetic:

Super Luck: Boosts Critical Hit Ratio by 50% for all moves. Ups Prize Money Percentage for every battle by 30%.

Serene Grace: Boosts Added Effects by 30%. Boosts The Chance of A Pokémon hold a Normal/Special Held Item By 65%.

Happy-Go-Lucky: All Normal, Fairy, and Flying Type Moves get a 60% Boost as soon as the Pokémon appears on field.

Fairy Aura: Boosts All Fairy Type Moves by 50%.

Pikachu:

Static: When this Pokémon gets hit by a contact move, there is a 30% Chance that the opponent will get Paralysis. Boosts Electric Type Moves by 25%.

Electrolytes: Boosts Electric Type Moves by 40% and Thunderbolt becomes a never miss move.

Pika Power!: All Moves used by Pikachu are Boosted by 75% and 150% when Light Ball is held. Boosts Encounter Rate of Electric Type Pokémon by 75%.

Lightning Rod: Nullifies all Electric Type Moves and directs all Electric Type Moves to this Pokémon, boosting the power by 25%.

Victini:

Victory Star: Boosts All Ally Pokémon Accuracy by 25%. All Moves used by this Pokémon are Boosted by 35%.

Trinity: All Psychic Type Moves are Boosted by 60% but takes 5% HP by each use.

Telepathy: All Spread Moves are nullified when this Pokémon is on the field

Blazing Soul: Grants Plus 1 Priority To All Fire Type Moves At Full HP."

Oh my GOD.

"I think Pikachu and Togetic are broken now…" I said nervously as I glanced at Edie and Julian.

" Hey, you signed your death sentence," He joked and I stared at him, " At any rate, I think that is enough excitement for toda-"

"Just a moment," Momo said as she folded her arms under her breasts "I want to request something from you, James." Both of us stared at her and she blushed.

"I know you have your hands full with a lot… But, I wanna ask that… If I can umm…" Momo said as she blushed heavily. I knew where this was going.

"You gotta ask him, Mo…" I said with a smirk and He shot me a shocked glance, "He's the James you are more acquainted with."

" Umm… Well… I don't mind it, Momo…." He said with a small blush, " But, uhh…"

"Beloved… I think you should. She does care about you a lot if she is doing a lot to help you out this much…" Anna said to Him, which made Him glance at her before turning to Momo. She blushed and smiled warmly at Him.

" Alright. If it's okay with you, I'll do anything for you Momo," He said with a smile and she giggled while hugging him.

"When business is all done here in River City, I'll travel with you on your journey," Momo said with a smile and He smiled at that.

"In that case…" Amanda said seductively in my ear as she leaned in close, "Why don't we leave them alone? We have some… Business to attend to." I shuddered with a smirk and Blanc blushed as she took my arm.

"Anna, Ranma… You and Momo take care of him. We'll… Need this James for the night…" Amanda said and Revy wriggled her eyebrows at Me. I just gave her a look and sighed.

"Apologies. I'm gonna… Turn in for the night. Don't wait up," I said. Amanda and Blanc drag me upstairs as Revy and Aqua made Lewd gestures at Me. Welp, this is gonna get hectic…

End Chapter 14

A short chapter this time, but I have a reason. Okay, so… Few Things. I was going over in my head how I wanted to go about the Pikachu addition, and decided why the hell not. I was thinking of a way to bring Bolt back, but decided on a new Pikachu. Hell, it makes sense since this is how I wanted it to go. A second chance is what this chapter is about. So, Edie the Pikachu is a thing now.

Next, Balalaika and Phoenix Rising. Now, yes… I have a lot of shit going on, but it's plot relevant. This is gonna matter in the long run, TRUST ME. Phoenix Rising is actually the ORIGINAL name of this story, but I decided on Reborn Maybe? For reasons. Phoenix Rising is the name of the gang , and I like it a lot. It has so many meanings for my MC and his girls. Balalaika will be a prominent character later on.

Next, the implementation of Honkai Impact 3rd lore. Well, that is because for the past 2 months… I've been playing Honkai Impact 3rd. Love this fucking game… And the depression it gives me. I miss you, Himeko… AHEM. So, Kiana would be an addition to the harem later on and would be a student to my MC. I do want ideas on her team, so please leave suggestions for Pokémon for her and I will file them away for when I introduce her in Eterna City. I still have a ways to go from there.

Finally, I did have a lemon planned for Momo and the other James, but, I'm saving it. Instead, she will be a party member. I got ideas on her team… But, I will go on it later. For now, let's have Pikachu and Togetic's info added to the list! Next chapter, I will get into a small intro to some reoccurring characters! Look out for that! With nothing else to add, I'm heading off! SONIK OUT! A/N.

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Pokemon on Hand:

Name: Togetic (Julian)

Lv: 16

Gender: Male

Nature: Bold (Bulky Special Attacker)

Moves: Tri Attack, Metronome, Soft-Boiled, Yawn, Air Cutter, Roost, Shock Wave, Mystical Fire, Extrasensory

Ability: Serene Grace (Boosts Added Effects by 30%. Boosts The Chance of A Pokémon holding a Normal/Special Held Item By 65%)

Innate 1: Super Luck (Boosts Critical Hit Ratio by 50% for all moves. Ups Prize Money Percentage for every battle by 30%)

Innate 2: Happy-Go-Lucky (All Normal, Fairy, and Flying Type Moves get a 60% Boost as soon as the Pokémon appears on field)

Innate 3: Fairy Aura (Boosts All Fairy Type Moves by 50%)

Held Item: Shell Bell (Restores 1/8th HP with each attack connected)

Poke Ball: Friend Ball

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Name: Pikachu (Edie)

Lv: 17

Gender: Female

Nature: Hardy (Speedy Mixed Sweeper)

Moves: Zippy Zap, Shock Wave, Thunderbolt, Iron Tail, Brick Break, Charm, Tail Whip, Sweet Kiss

Ability: Static (When This Pokémon Gets Hit By A Contact Move, There Is A 30% Chance that the opponent will get Paralysis. Boosts Electric Type Moves By 25%)

Innate 1: Electrolytes (Boosts Electric Type Moves by 40% and Thunderbolt Becomes a Never Miss Move.)

Innate 2: Pika Power! (All Moves Used By Pikachu are Boosted by 75% and 150% when Light Ball is held. Boosts Encounter Rate of Electric Type Pokémon by 75%.)

Innate 3: Lightningrod (Nullifies all Electric Type Moves and directs all Electric Type Moves to this Pokémon, boosting the power by 25%)

Held Item: Light Ball (All moves used by Pikachu holding this item will be Boosted by 50%)

Poke Ball: Great Ball