Pokemon Anime What If?
Kanto Arc
Chapter 30: Battle at the Saffron City Gym Ash vs Sabrina
Hello everyone, we've finally made it to Ash and Sabrina's gym battle I had a fun time writing this one enjoy!
2 days after Ash competed in the fighting dojo Ash and his Pokemon have been training hard for his gym battle against Sabrina. Ash's new additions G. Farfetch'd and Hitmonlee have been good sparring partners for the rest of Ash's Pokemon G. Farfetch'd has an aggressive fighting style similar to Ash's Alolan Vulpix and Primeape Farfetch'd always gives it 100% in training. G. Farfetch'd loves having training battles with Ash's Charmeleon, Gyarados, Kingler, Primeape, Vulpix, Misty's Golisopod, Brock's Sandslash and Graveler as they always give it a challenge. As for HItmonlee its also really strong but compared to Farfetch'd its personality is mostly calm and it tends to meditate a lot it loves interacting with Clefable, Ivysaur and Pikachu as it sees them as the most levelheaded of Ash's Pokemon, it also interacts with Misty's Vaporeon, Brock's Onix and Vulpix. Leaf's Tyrouge also trained a little bit with Ash's HItmonlee as it tries to strengthen the power of its kicks so it can evolve into a Hitmonlee one day. Farfetch'd and Hitmonlee do get along well with the rest of Ash's and the groups other Pokemon as well though Haunter does tend to annoy both mons as it always tries to scare them. When Haunter and Farfetch'd were training the group found out that Farfetch'd has the Scrappy ability which allows its fighting and normal moves to hit ghost type Pokemon they found out as Haunter was doing a scary face at Farfetch'd the duck got mad and successfully hit the ghost with Brick Break knocking it out. Right now, Ash is currently having a double battle against Misty and Brock with Misty using Starmie and Brock using Sandslash while Ash is using Farfetch'd and Hitmonlee (Leaf is watching holding Ash's Riolu egg) we see the four-mons clash with each other and skid back we then see Misty make a command.
"Starmie Psychic on Farfetch'd!" Misty calls as the starfish fires the psychic waves towards the duck Pokemon Ash makes a command.
"Farfetch'd destroy it with Brutal Swing!" Ash calls Farfetch'd's leek glows bright red as it spins and easily destroys the Psychic it then goes after Starmie as Brock makes a command.
"Sandslash Drill Run!" Brock calls as Sandslash spins and goes to intercept Farfetch'd as Ash makes a command.
"Hitmonlee counter Sandslash with Blaze Kick!" Ash calls Hitmonlee quickly dashes forward it collides with Sandslash the two mons begin to push each other back and forth until they break away from each other as Farfetch'd is still going after Starmie Ash makes his next move.
"Farfetch'd Night Slash!" "Starmie Scald!" Ash and Misty call Farfetch'd covers its leek in dark energy it jumps forward as Starmie fires the hot water Farfetch'd easily cuts thru the water and hits Starmie's gem with its leek Starmie lands below Misty's feet unconscious as Misty looks at it.
"Thank you Starmie you fought well" Misty says with Starmie nodding she then looks to Brock.
"Brock get revenge for Starmie!" Misty says with Brock nodding as he makes his next command.
"Sandslash use Swords Dance then Earthquake!" Brock calls Sandslash sharply increases its attack power it then stomps its foot on the battlefield shaking it as Ash makes a command.
"Hitmonlee, Farfetch'd jump!" Ash calls as both mons jump high into the air dodging the Earthquake but that's what Brock wanted as he makes his next command.
"Sandslash Rockslide!" Brock calls Sandslash roars as rocks appear above Hitmonlee and Farfetch'd both mons didn't have time to dodge as they're hit and crash back down to the battlefield Brock makes his next command.
"Now Sandslash Earthquake!" Brock calls as Sandslash stomps its foot shaking the battlefield again Ash makes a command.
"Farfetch'd jump on Hitmonlee's leg and charge up a Night Slash, Hitmonlee use your leg to shoot Farfetch'd toward Sandslash then jump in the air!" Ash calls before the Earthquake hits Farfetch'd's leek glows in dark energy it gets on Hitmonlee's leg as Hitmonlee kicks Farfetch'd over to Sandslash Hitmonlee then jumps high into the air dodging the Earthquake. As Farfetch'd is about to hit Sandslash Brock makes his command.
"Sandslash use Strength!" Brock calls Sandslash roars as it bulks up its body as its claw and Farfetch'd's leek collide Farfetch'd tries to push Sandslash back as much as it can, but Sandslash then uses its free arm to hit Farfetch'd in the stomach making the duck cough in pain as it falls down. As Sandslash goes to hit Farfetch'd again the duck smiles as it points up Sandslash looks up and sees Hitmonlee closing in with its knee forward as Ash speaks.
"High Jump Kick HItmonlee!" Ash calls as Hitmonlee keeps going heading for Sandslash as Brock makes a command.
"Sandslash counter with Drill Run!" Brock calls Sandslash becomes a drill it heads towards Hitmonlee both mons clash in the air and begin pushing each other back as Sandslash begins to push Hitmonlee back the long legged Pokemon gives a mighty yell as its able to push Sandslash back down on the battlefield kneeing Sandslash in the chest as it becomes unconscious Leaf then makes the call.
"Both Starmie and Sandslash are unable to battle Farfetch'd and Hitmonlee are the winners!" Leaf calls as Ash, Pikachu, Farfetch'd and Hitmonlee cheer Ash and Pikachu run up to the two mons and hug them.
"You guys were great!" Ash says with Pikachu nodding both Farfetch'd and Hitmonlee nod having smiles on their faces Brock tells Sandslash thank you as he returns it Misty then walks over to him and speaks.
"He's really grown a lot hasn't he" Misty says smiling as Brock speaks.
"Yes, he has" Brock says having a smile on his face as well as they walk over to join Ash, Leaf and Ash's Pokemon once they make it over Brock speaks.
"Well, I'll say that's enough training I think you're ready for your gym battle against Sabrina" Brock says as Ash smiles and speaks.
"Yeah, and I'm going to win!" Ash responds as he and his Pokemon cheer Misty speaks.
"So, are you going to be using Farfetch'd and Hitmonlee in your gym battle?" Misty asks as Ash speaks.
"No as much as I want to, I'm going to use a different group of Pokemon and besides type wise they wouldn't be a good match up against Sabrina's psychic types" Ash responds with Misty nodding as Leaf speaks.
"So, who're you using?" Leaf asks as Ash speaks.
"It's a secret" Ash responds making Leaf pout as that wasn't the answer she was looking for before she can say anything Delia walks over.
"Ash dear its almost time for your gym battle don't be late" Delia says as Ash nods, he returns Farfetch'd and HItmonlee he heads towards the transfer machine in the Pokemon Center as he's about to go inside he looks at everyone and speaks.
"I'll be right back!" Ash says with the group nodding we now cut away from them and head inside Sabrina's gym with her are Riley, Yellow and Steve the three adults are watching Sabrina meditate as Yellow speaks.
"It's been a while since I've seen Sabrina meditate this intensely, she's really looking forward to her battle with Ash" Yellow says Riley and Steve nod they continue to watch Sabrina as she opens her eyes she smiles and speaks.
"He's here" Sabrina says having a smile on her face as we now cut to the group of Ash, Misty, Brock, Delia, Leaf, Gary (who's out of his wheelchair) and Daisy they're standing in front of the Saffron City door Ash closes his eyes he takes a deep breath as Gary speaks.
"Hey, we don't have all day Ashy boy hurry up and walk inside" Gary says in a mocking tone Ash glares at him and speaks.
"I liked you better when you were in a coma" Ash remarks as Gary speaks.
"Can you repeat that I didn't hear you" Gary says Ash turns away from him as Delia speaks.
"It's okay dear take your time" Delia says with Ash nodding he then walks forward opening the door to the gym he and everyone walk inside once they do they get surprised looks on their faces (except Gary and Leaf) at how big the gym is. They see many psychic trainers and Pokemon floating in the air, bending spoons and lifting many things they keep looking around as a girl around Ash's age with shiny lilac-colored hair, purple eyes with small eyelashes, and thin eyebrows appears. She wears a fancy tomboyish outfit she looks to the group and speaks.
"Hello, my name's Anabel I'm the judge of today's battle with Ms. Sabrina would you happen to be Ash Ketchum of Pallet Town?" Anabel asks Ash speaks.
"Yes, that's me, this is my partner Pokemon Pikachu, my mom and my friends" Ash says as Pikachu and the others wave at the girl with Anabel waving at them, she then speaks.
"Follow me I'll take you to the battlefield Ms. Sabrina is waiting for you" Anabel says with the group nodding they begin follow her. As they're walking through the gym, they're all amazed by everyone's psychic abilities Anabel tells the group that Sabrina helps train people with psychic abilities and is even helping Anabel train her abilities Anabel tells them that she's currently Sabrina's top student as they continue to walk Ash sees people bending spoons with their mind he looks to Anabel and speaks.
"Hey Anabel, are you able to bend spoons with your mind as well?" Ash asks Anabel looks at him and speaks.
"Why yes see" Anabel responds she pulls out a spoon from her pocket and easily bends it surprising the group as Ash speaks.
"Cool can I try?!" Ash asks as Anabel nods; she hands Ash the spoon once she does, she tells him to concentrate focusing his mind on the spoon Ash tries but ultimately fails he then bends the spoon with his hands and speaks.
"Hah see that Muscle over Mind!" Ash says proudly making the group face palm while Anabel chuckles and speaks.
"Not only are you cute you're also funny" Anabel says happily Ash thanks her not paying attention to Anabel calling him cute Delia chuckles as Leaf and Brock look at Misty, but Misty isn't worried the group continue to follow Anabel until they reach the battlefield. Once they enter the room, they see just how big it is they also see Riley, Yellow and Steve in the stands they wave to them on the other side of the battlefield they see Sabrina appear in a purple light once she appears she has a serious look on her face but then smiles once she sees Ash Anabel then speaks.
"Can the guest please go to the stands" Anabel asks with the group nodding they all wish Ash good luck (Ash let's Delia hold his Riolu egg as she's been wanting to hold it) Ash and Sabrina walk to their sides of the battlefield smiling at each other once Anabel takes her position as the ref, she begins to explain the rules.
"This is a 5v5 gym battle between the gym leader of Saffron City Ms. Sabrina and the challenger Ash Ketchum of Pallet Town only the challenger is allowed to make substitutions the winner is decided once one side defeats all of their opponents Pokemon if both trainers are ready, please send out your first Pokemon!" Anabel calls as Sabrina speaks.
"I've been looking forward to this battle for the past 3 days Ash, I hope you trained enough because I'm not holding back Go Jynx!" Sabrina says as she brings out a humanoid looking Pokemon it looks like a woman and has big lips Ash then scans the Pokemon.
"Jynx, the Human Shape Pokémon an Ice/Psychic type. Jynx is known for expressing its many and varied feelings by dancing around in graceful and rhythmical motions." The Pokedex says as Ash speaks.
"I've also been looking forward to battling you as well and I'll show you just how strong I am Kingler I choose you!" Ash calls the king crab appears pinching its pincers together excited to battle as Misty speaks.
"Nice Ash is using Kingler first" Misty says as Brock speaks.
"Kingler should give Ash and early lead" Brock says with Misty nodding while everyone else stay quiet as they look at the battlefield Anabel then speaks.
"Both trainers have brought out their first Pokemon let the battle begin!" Anabel calls as Ash makes the first move.
"Kingler use Swords Dance then Night Slash!" Ash calls as Kingler sharply increases its attack power and dashes towards Jynx Sabrina makes a command.
"Use Reflect!" Sabrina calls Jynx summons 5 barriers in front of it Kingler goes through each barrier until it hits Jynx making the ice type skid back, it has a smile on its face as it doesn't look like it took much damage Ash makes his next move.
"Kingler X Scissor!" Ash calls Kingler crosses its arms heading towards Jynx as Sabrina makes a command.
"Use Grass Knot!" Sabrina calls Jynx summons the grassy knot making Kingler trip causing some damage to it as Kingler looks up it sees Jynx in front of it smiling Sabrina makes her next command.
"Jynx use Attract!" Sabrina calls before Ash can give a command Jynx blows a kiss at Kingler's face once it touches Kingler the crab gets hearts in its eyes as it falls in love with Jynx Ash makes a command.
"Kingler Night Slash!" Ash calls but Kingler doesn't listen as its too infatuated with Jynx Ash then decides to switch Kingler, but Sabrina quickly makes a command.
"Use Mean Look!" Sabrina calls shocking Ash as a shadowy figure appears attaching itself to Kingler making it so it can't be switched Ash grits his teeth as he goes to give Kingler another command.
"Kingler Night Slash!" Ash calls but Kingler is still too infatuated with Jynx Sabrina then speaks "Jynx use Nasty Plot times 2 then Energy ball!" Sabrina calls "Times 2?" Ash questions he sees Jynx quickly use Nasty Plot 2 times sharply increasing its special attack more it then fires the ball of grass energy hitting Kingler knocking it out instantly shocking Ash, Misty and Brock as Anabel speaks.
"Kingler is unable to battle Jynx is the winner!" Anabel calls Jynx celebrates with Sabrina nodding Ash returns Kingler thanking it up in the stands Misty speaks.
"Wait what just happened? She knocked out Ash's Kingler that fast?" Misty asks as Riley speaks.
"That's one of Sabrina's tactics she had Jynx summon the Reflect so Kingler's Night Slash wouldn't do much damage used attract to make Kingler fall in love with it, trapped it in battle with Mean Look and raised Jynx's special attack to one shot Kingler" Riley responds as Brock speaks.
"Why'd she say times 2?" Brock questions as Yellow speaks.
"Sabrina raised her psychic Pokemon to be able to use their moves instantly more than once it gives a lot of her opponents trouble when battling her" Yellow says as Brock and Misty nod Misty then looks to Leaf and Gary.
"Did Sabrina do this tactic when you two battled her?" Misty asks as they both shake their heads no Gary speaks.
"When Leaf and I battled Sabrina her battle style was a lot more straight forward it didn't have a lot of strategy in it." Gary responds as Leaf speaks.
"Gary's right the Sabrina we faced was still under mind control though it was still difficult for us to beat her the one Ash is facing is on another level" Leaf says as Misty and Brock nod they turn to the battlefield and see Ash grabbing his next Pokeball he then speaks.
"I was hoping to save you for later, but it looks like I'll need you now Gyarados I choose you!" Ash calls the giant sea serpent appears giving a mighty roar Sabrina looks at it and smiles.
"This one looks tough" Sabrina thinks to herself up in the stands Misty speaks.
"Ash is using Gyarados already?" Misty says as Brock speaks.
"It just means Ash is really taking Sabrina seriously he can't hold back" Brock responds Misty nods Anabel calls for the battle to continue as Sabrina makes her command.
"Jynx use Psychic!" Sabrina calls Jynx quickly fires the psychic waves at Gyarados Ash makes a command.
"Gyarados destroy the Psychic with Dark Pulse!" Ash calls Gyarados roars it fires the dark energy easily destroying the psychic it hits Jynx causing super effective damage Ash makes his next move.
"Gyarados end it with Crunch! Ash calls Gyarados roars it quickly shoots forward as Sabrina calls for her next attack.
"Jynx Perish Song!" Sabrina calls Jynx quickly sings activating the move Gyarados bites Jynx causing super effective damage Jynx then falls on the battlefield and is now unconscious Anabel makes the call.
"Jynx is unable to battle Gyarados is the winner!" Anabel calls Ash, Pikachu and Gyarados cheer Sabrina returns Jynx telling it thank you as she grabs her next Pokeball up in the stands Misty, Brock and Leaf cheer while Gary and the adults don't say anything they stay quiet and think to themselves Ash made a mistake Sabrina then speaks.
"Your Gyarados is strong Ash, it reminds me of your father's Aerodactyl" Sabrina says Ash smiles Sabrina then points her next Pokeball forward.
"It may be strong, but it won't beat this one Espeon Go!" Sabrina calls as a pink fox like Pokemon with a gem on its forehead appears Ash scans it with his Pokedex.
"Espeon, the Sun Pokémon. A Psychic type. When the sun hits the jewel on Espeon's forehead, it builds up psychic power. It holds the highest loyalty to an accomplished Trainer, and it is said Espeon obtained its premonition powers to protect them." The Pokedex says Anabel calls for the battle to begin Ash makes the first move.
"Gyarados use Dragon Dance then Crunch!" Ash calls Gyarados roars it quickly increases its attack/speed power and goes to bite Espeon Sabrina makes a command.
"Use Protect then Calm Mind times 2!" Sabrina calls Espeon quickly summons a protective barrier blocking Gyarados's attack Espeon then closes its eyes as it sharply raises its special attack/defense Sabrina then calls for her next move.
"Now Baton Pass!" Sabrina calls surprising Ash Espeon goes back in its Pokeball as what comes out next is a Alolan Raichu but it's shiny and is a little bit bigger than Ash's this surprises Ash as he speaks.
"You've an Alolan Raichu?!" Ash asks Sabrina nods and speaks.
"Yes, I got it when I was traveling in the Alola region it's a really reliable Pokemon Sabrina resonds Raichu nods as Ash smiles.
"This won't stop us Gyarados Dark Pulse!" Ash calls as Gyarados fires the Dark energy at the floating mouse Sabrina smiles and gives her command.
"Raichu dodge then use Electric Terrain!" Sabrina calls "Electric Terrain?" Ash questions Raichu easily dodges the dark pulse it then sparks its cheeks and yells sending electricity everywhere until the room is turned yellow Ash looks around and speaks.
"What is this?" Ash asks as Sabrina speaks.
"Electric Terrain is a move where it boosts up electric type moves this also helps my Raichu" Sabrina answers as Ash's confused, he then calls for his next attack.
"Gyarados use Crunch!" "Dodge Raichu!" Both trainers call as Gyarados goes to bite Raichu the floating mouse disappears it begins to zoom across the battlefield shocking Ash as Sabrina speaks.
"Alolan Raichu's ability is Surge Surfer which doubles Raichu's speed in Electric Terrain Raichu is moving so fast that it's hard for you and your Gyarados to keep up also you do know the effects of Baton Pass right?" Sabrina asks as Ash gets a shocked look on his face as he goes to return Gyarados Sabrina quickly makes her move.
"Raichu Thunder times 3!" Sabrina calls Raichu roars as it summons 3 giant bolts of lightning, they all quickly come down and begin to shock Gyarados making the sea serpent roar in pain.
"Gyarados!" Ash calls in worry as he watches Gyarados getting shocked by 3 Thunders up in the stands Yellow speaks.
"It looks like this is it for Ash's Gyarados thanks to Baton Pass Raichu's special attack increased a lot also thanks to the Electric Terrain boosting its electric attacks more there's no way Gyarados can still stand" Yellow says as Misty speaks.
"If it were any other Gyarados I'd agree with you, but Ash's Gyarados can still pull through" Misty says as Yellow looks at her, she looks back at the battlefield the Thunder stopped shocking Gyarados everyone looks they can see that Gyarados isn't moving Jynx's Reflect goes away Sabrina smiles and speaks.
"Looks like it's our win Raichu" Sabrina says as she and the mouse High Five Ash smirks and speaks.
"Gyarados Dark Pulse!" Ash calls surprising Sabrina as she sees the sea serpent quickly fire the Dark energy it hits Raichu making it crash on the battlefield Sabrina, Riley, Yellow and Steve have shocked looks on their faces as Sabrina speaks.
"But after taking that much damage Gyarados shouldn't be standing how?" Sabrina questions as Ash speaks.
"My Gyarados is a tank it can survive multiple attacks including electric attacks that times 3 Thunder your Raichu used really injured Gyarados and it'll go down soon but before it does it'll defeat Raichu!" Ash responds Gyarados roars in agreement Ash calls for his next attack.
"Gyarados finish off Raichu with Crunch!" Ash calls Gyarados gives a mighty roar as it goes to bite Raichu the floating mouse stands there flinching (Dark Pulse caused it to flinch) Sabrina is surprised by how strong Gyarados is, but she then loses her shocked expression she smiles and says one word.
"Zero" Sabrina says confusing Ash Gyarados is about to bite Raichu Gyarados suddenly stops as a ghostly aura covers its entire body the sea serpent roars in pain surprising Ash, Misty, Brock and Leaf Ash then speaks.
"Gyarados what's wrong?!" Ash asks but doesn't get a response as Gyarados continues to roar until it falls unconscious Anabel then makes the call.
"Gyarados is unable to battle Raichu is the winner!" Anabel calls Sabrina smiles and Raichu wipes away the sweat from its head Ash looks to Sabrina and speaks.
"What happened to Gyarados what'd you do?!" Ash asks as Sabrina speaks.
"Before Jynx fainted it used a move called Parish Song where in 5 turns it and the Pokemon it used the move on both faint" Sabrina responds surprising Ash as she continues to speak.
"I must say your Gyarados surprised me if Parish Song didn't make it in time Raichu would've also been knocked out" Sabrina says Raichu nods Ash then returns Gyarados thanking it for battling hard and saying sorry for not realizing that it was under a curse Ash grabs his next Pokeball and speaks.
"I must say Sabrina you're really strong I would say you're the strongest gym leader I've faced yet even though the odds are stacked against me right now I still feel like I can win!" Ash states having a determined look in his eyes and a confident smile Sabrina looks at Ash she sees a younger Red in Ash's place Sabrina smiles and speaks.
"That's the look I wanted to see come on bring me your best and I'll bring my best!" Sabrina says smiling with Raichu nodding up in the stands Delia, Yellow, Riley and Steve all have smiles on their faces they're happy to see Sabrina enjoying herself Ash then speaks.
"Seeing as your Raichu gets a speed boost from Electric Terrain the same should apply to mine as well Raichu I choose you!" Ash calls as the floating mouse appears having a smile on its face and sparking its cheeks its excited to battle again Sabrina looks at Raichu and speaks.
"So, you also have an Alolan Raichu as well but mines stronger" Sabrina says with her Raichu nodding as Ash speaks.
"If yours is stronger then mine is faster" Ash responds with Raichu nodding they both have smiles on their faces as Anabel speaks.
"Let the battle continue!" Anabel calls both Ash and Sabrina call for their moves.
"Thunderbolt!" Both trainers call as both Raichu's fire the electric bolt of lightning at each other the moves collide Sabrina's Raichu's Thunderbolt easily overpowers Ash's Raichu's the Thunderbolt is about to hit Ash's as Ash makes a command.
"Raichu Double Team!" Ash calls Raichu quickly multiples itself dodging the electric bolt Raichu and its clones begin to zoom around the battlefield showcasing just how fast they are. Sabrina's Raichu looks around not sure where the real one is Sabrina makes a command.
"Raichu use Psychic in all directions!" Sabrina calls her Raichu nods as it begins to spin firing the psychic waves in every direction it destroys all the clones as its about to hit the real one Ash makes a command.
"Raichu Dig!" Ash calls the floating mouse quickly digs underground dodging the psychic, Raichu doesn't stay underground for long as it appears and hits Sabrina's Raichu in the stomach making it cough in pain causing super effective damage Sabrina makes her next command.
"Raichu Thunder times 3!" "Raichu dodge with Double Team!" Ash calls Sabrina's Raichu yells summoning 3 large electric bolts Ash's Raichu quickly makes multiple copies of itself and begins dodging the 3 thunders. All of Raichu's clones are easily destroyed as Sabrina's Raichu appears in front of it Sabrina then speaks.
"Raichu Thunder!" Sabrina calls as her Raichu quickly summons the large electric bolt shocking Raichu Ash's Raichu yells in pain it then disappears as that was a clone the real Raichu appears behind it having a smile on its face Ash makes a command.
"Raichu Iron Tail!" "Rai!" Ash and Raichu yell before Sabrina can give her Raichu a command Ash's Raichu tail glows in steel energy it hits Sabrina's Raichu in the stomach this makes Raichu cough in pain as it falls down crashing back on the battlefield the Electric Terrain goes away Anabel then looks at Sabrina's Raichu and speaks.
"Gym Leader Sabrina's Raichu is unable to battle the winner is Ash's Raichu!" Anabel calls Ash, Pikachu and Raichu cheer Raichu floats over to Ash giving him a hug.
"You were great Raichu I knew you could do it" "Pika" Ash and Pikachu say making Raichu happy up in the stands Misty, Brock, Leaf and Delia cheer while everyone else smile Sabrina then returns Raichu.
"Thank you Raichu" Sabrina says she takes out her next Pokeball and speaks.
"Your Raichu was definitely faster than mine let's see how it'll deal with this one Go! Espeon!" Sabrina says bringing the pink fox back in Ash looks to Raichu and speaks.
"Can you still battle?" Ash asks with Raichu sparking its cheeks Ash smiles Raichu floats back on the battlefield ready to continue it and Espeon look at each other as Anabel calls for the battle to begin Sabrina speaks.
"Espeon use Calm Mind times 2 then Baton Pass!" "Oh no you don't Raichu use Psychic!" Both trainers call Raichu quickly fires out the psychic wave it hits Espeon before it could use Calm Mind and Baton Pass. As Raichu's Psychic attack hits Espeon it doesn't do a lot of damage Sabrina makes her next command.
"Use Quick Attack then Power Gem!" Sabrina calls Espeon shoots forward towards Raichu it has 4 gems next to it and fires them.
"Raichu use Iron Tail to destroy the Gems!" Ash calls Raichu's tail glows in steel energy it begins to easily destroy the Power Gem's Espeon then appears in front of Raichu and hits it in the stomach making Raichu cough in pain as Sabrina makes her next command.
"Espeon use Psybeam!" "Raichu Double Team!" Both trainers call as Espeon fires the beam Raichu managed to dodge in time by creating multiple copies of itself Ash makes his next move.
"Raichu let's speed up more use Quick Attack!" Ash calls Raichu along with its clones begin zooming around the battlefield and start to hit Espeon in multiple directions.
"Yay Go Ash!" Misty and Leaf cheer as Gary speaks.
"Sabrina doesn't look concerned" Gary says Brock nods as Raichu is going to hit Espeon again Sabrina makes a command.
"Espeon use Dig!" Sabrina calls the pink fox quickly digs underground making Raichu miss, before Ash can give a command Espeon appears from under Raichu and uppercuts the floating mouse doing super effective damage to Raichu Sabrina gives her next command.
"Espeon finish it with Psybeam!" Sabrina calls as Espeon fires the beam it's about to hit Raichu Ash quickly makes a command.
"Raichu Substitute!" Ash calls shocking Sabrina and everyone else Raichu quickly makes a clone of itself letting it get hit by the Psybeam it then appears behind Espeon sparking its cheeks.
"Raichu Nasty Plot then Thunder!" Ash calls Raichu quickly increases its special attack it summons a large Thunder that quickly comes down and begins to shock Espeon. The pink fox cries out in pain from the attack as once the Thunder goes away Espeon is still standing but is panting up in the stands Leaf speaks.
"I didn't know Ash's Raichu learned Substitute" Leaf says as Daisy speaks.
"Back at the lab Raichu was training really hard to learn the move after it battled Ritchie's Tentacruel it felt the move would be helpful to Ash in battle one day" Daisy responds with Leaf nodding as Brock speaks.
"But now that Raichu used Substitute it's health will be cut in half Ash will need to end the battle soon" Brock says everyone nods as they continue to look at the battlefield Ash speaks.
"Good job Raichu you pulled off Substitute!" Ash calls happily with Raichu nodding Sabrina speaks.
"Not a bad move I wasn't expecting your Raichu to use Substitute, but our battle isn't over Espeon use Morning Sun!" Sabrina calls Espeon roars summoning a bright sun it appears above Espeon and starts healing its damage Ash grits his teeth as Sabrina calls for her next move.
"Now use Shadow Ball times 5!" "Dodge Raichu!" Both trainers call Espeon quickly fires 5 Shadow Ball's at Raichu the yellow mouse manages to dodge all of them once it does Espeon appears in front of it with its tail glowing.
"Espeon Iron Tail!" "Counter with Thunder Punch!" Sabrina and Ash call as Espeon goes to hit Raichu with its tail Raichu counters with Thunder Punch the moves collide creating an explosion making both mons fly back Sabrina makes her next command.
"Espeon Shadow Ball times 3!" Sabrina calls Espeon quickly fires 3 balls of ghostly energy they all fly towards Raichu as Ash makes a command.
"Raichu use Iron Tail to cut 2 of them in half and punch the last one back at Espeon with Thunder Punch!" Ash calls Raichu's tail glows in steel energy its able to cut the first two Shadow Ball's in half it then electrifies its fist and punches the last Shadow Ball back towards Espeon Sabrina isn't worried as she makes her next command.
"Espeon pierce thru the Shadow Ball with Psybeam!" Sabrina calls the gem on Espeon's head glows as it fires the beam of psychic energy it easily pierces thru the Shadow Ball and hits Raichu making the floating mouse fall on the battlefield Sabrina makes her next command.
"Espeon use Quick Attack and end Raichu with Iron Tail!" Sabrina calls Espeon quickly shoots forward instantly reaching Raichu its tail glows in steel energy as its about to hit Raichu Ash makes a command.
"Raichu use Dig!" Ash calls Raichu quickly digs underground dodging the Iron Tail as Espeon's tail hits the ground instead Sabrina makes her next move.
"Espeon use Dig to go after Raichu!" Sabrina calls Espeon quickly digs underground as Ash smiles and speaks.
"You shouldn't have done that" Ash says Sabrina looks at him confused Ash then makes his next move.
"Raichu Wild Charge!" Ash calls surprising everyone as Sabrina speaks.
"Espeon get out of there!" Sabrina calls but was too late as everyone sees Raichu and Espeon appear underground Raichu's body is incased in electricity it's hitting Espeon in the chest the two mons then break away from each other with Espeon landing on the battlefield and Raichu floating in the air it takes recoil damage from Wild Charge Sabrina quickly makes her next command.
"Espeon Psychic!" "Raichu Thunder times 2!" Both trainer's call Espeon fires the big psychic wave Raichu counters with 2 large Thunders surprising everyone the moves collide Espeon is trying its best to push back but is having a hard time as the two Thunders destroy psychic and begin shocking Espeon making the pink fox cry out in pain as Sabrina speaks.
"Espeon!" Sabrina yells as the pink fox falls on the battlefield in defeat Anabel looks at Espeon and makes the call.
"Espeon is unable to battle Raichu is the winner!" Anabel calls as Ash, Pikachu and Raichu cheer.
"ALRIGHT!" "PIKA!" "RAI!" The 3 give a loud cheer as Raichu floats over to Ash and Pikachu and hugs them Sabrina is surprised but smiles she returns Espeon to its Pokeball and speaks.
"Thank you for battling hard Espeon take a good rest" Sabrina says she then looks to Ash hugging his Pokemon and speaks.
"I wasn't expecting your Raichu to summon 2 big Thunders" Sabrina says as Ash looks to her.
"Honestly I didn't think it would work either it was a gamble and Raichu was able to pull it off, but I don't think it'll be able to do that again" Ash responds Raichu nods as Sabrina speaks.
"Well Ash I must say you're proving to be quite the formidable challenger, but our battle isn't over yet Gallade Go!" Sabrina says as she throws a Pokeball and a Gallade appears Ash looks at it and thinks.
"A Gallade is next it looks much stronger than Diamond's" Ash thinks to himself he looks at Raichu and speaks.
"Raichu I'll let you take a break for now" Ash says with Raichu nodding as it floats next to Pikachu to rest Ash takes out his next Pokeball and speaks.
"Primeape I choose you!" Ash calls as the pig monkey appears it flex's its biceps and blows smoke out of its nose excited to battle Sabrina looks at the monkey and thinks.
"A Primeape's next it looks powerful" Sabrina thinks to herself she looks at Gallade and speaks.
"Don't go easy on it Gallade!" Sabrina says with Gallade nodding as Ash speaks.
"You too Primeape!" Ash says with Primeape nodding Anabel calls for the battle to begin as Sabrina speaks.
"Gallade use Air Slash!" Sabrina calls Gallade spins and fires multiple slashes of wind towards Primeape Ash makes a command.
"Primeape run forward and dodge!" Ash calls Primeape dashes forward and is easily evading the slashes of wind once it gets close to Gallade Ash speaks.
"Now Night Slash!" "Gallade jump over it!" Both trainers call as Primeape goes to strike Gallade the blade Pokemon jumps over it Sabrina calls for her next command.
"Gallade Psycho Cut!" "Primeape counter with Night Slash!" Both trainers call Gallade's arms become purple blades as it goes to strike Primeape, Primeape turns around and blocks the attack with Night slash this causes an explosion making both mons skid back Primeape then dashes forward as Ash makes his next command.
"Primeape use Shadow Claw!" Ash calls Primeape's fist become ghostly claws as it goes to hit Gallade Sabrina makes a command.
"Gallade Aerial Ace!" Sabrina calls as Gallade shoots forward hitting Primeape in the chest causing super effective damage, but Primeape isn't blown away it lifts its fist.
"Primeape Night Slash!" Ash calls Primeape quickly covers its fist in dark energy and hits Gallade making the mon crash on the battlefield Primeape stands over Gallade having its fist ready.
"Primeape Close Combat!" "Gallade Low Kick then Psycho Cut!" Both trainers call as Primeape goes to hit Gallade the blade Pokemon kicks Primeape's leg making it start to fall, Gallade covers its arms in purple psychic energy and uppercuts Primeape into the air Sabrina makes a command.
"Gallade Air Slash!" "Primeape fall forward and use Thunder Punch!" Both trainers call as Gallade fires the slashes of wind at Primeape, the pig monkey falls forward covering its fist in electricity and begins to easily destroy the air slash once it's about to hit Gallade Sabrina makes her next move.
"Gallade back away!" Sabrina calls Gallade quickly backs away from Primeape's attack as the pig monkey punches the battlefield. But Primeape doesn't stop there as it begins to run after Gallade Ash makes a command.
"Primeape Night Slash!" Ash calls as Primeape covers its fist in dark energy Sabrina makes a command.
"Gallade Psycho Cut!" Sabrina calls Gallade covers its arms in psychic energy and runs forward as it and Primeape are about to collide Sabrina makes a command.
"Gallade Teleport!" Sabrina calls as Gallade is just inches away from Primeape it instantly disappears this makes Primeape stop as it and Ash begin looking for Gallade.
"Where did it go?" Ash questions as he's trying to look for it up in the stands Misty sees something in the sky along with Pikachu and Raichu the two mouse Pokemon tell Ash as the boy looks up and sees Gallade heading toward Primeape Ash makes a command.
"Primeape above you!" Ash calls Primeape looks up and sees Gallade heading toward it Primeape backs away as Sabrina speaks.
"Teleport and use Aerial Ace!" Sabrina calls as before Gallade touches the ground it Teleports again and hits Primeape in the side with Aerial Ace making the Pig monkey soar in the air as Sabrina makes her next move.
"Now Air Slash!" "Dodge Primeape!" Both trainers call Primeape is unable to dodge in time as Gallade fires the slashes of wind hitting Primeape the pig monkey cries out in pain it begins to fall towards the ground Gallade jumps after it with its blades glowing.
"Gallade end it with Psycho Cut!" Sabrina calls before Ash can make a command Gallade hits Primeape with its psychic blade in the stomach then throws it this makes Primeape come crashing down below Ash's feet unconscious Ash, Pikachu and Raichu have shocked looks on their faces as Anabel speaks.
"Primeape is unable to battle Gallade is the winner!" Anabel calls as Sabrina and Gallade smile up in the stands Leaf speaks.
"I thought Primeape would last longer" Leaf says as Riley speaks.
"Primeape's battle style was too forward so Sabrina exploited that by having Primeape come in close then counter by using teleport and long-range attacks" Riley says as everyone nods Yellow then speaks.
"Now they both only have 2 Pokemon left" Yellow says they then look at the battlefield as Ash returns Primeape and speaks.
"Sorry Primeape" Ash says as he puts the Pokeball back on belt and thinks.
"I can't send Raichu back in yet as it's still too weak from its battles with Espeon and Raichu I'll have to use this one" Ash thinks to himself as he looks at his next Pokeball Sabrina speaks.
"I'm interested in seeing who your last Pokemon is but I'm pretty confident I already know" Sabrina says as Ash speaks.
"Yeah, you do it helped you when you were under TR's control it can be goofy sometimes but is strong Haunter, I Choose You!" Ash says as the floating ghost comes out it makes a scary face at Ash, Pikachu and Raichu scaring them causing them to fall over making Haunter laugh while Sabrina, Anabel and Gallade chuckle up in the stands Gary speaks.
"Yeah, I've no hope of Ash winning" Gary says as everyone nod Ash then recovers and speaks.
"Haunter I know you love to play around but this is a gym battle once it's over we'll play later" Ash says with Haunter nodding it turns to its opponent and gets a serious look on its face as Sabrina speaks.
"Even though your Haunter helped save me I won't go easy on it" Sabrina states with Gallade nodding as Ash speaks.
"That's fine with us we love a challenge!" Ash responds with Haunter nodding Anabel calls for the battle to begin as Sabrina calls for the first move.
"Gallade Psychic!" Sabrina calls as Gallade fires the psychic wave towards Haunter Ash makes a command.
"Haunter Dark Pulse!" Ash calls Haunter fires the dark energy from its mouth it easily destroys the psychic and hits Gallade's chest causing super effective damage to the blade Pokemon it groans in pain as Ash makes his next move.
"Haunter Shadow Punch!" Ash calls as Haunter covers its fist in ghostly energy and launches them towards Gallade.
"Gallade Psycho Cut!" Sabrina calls Gallade quickly covers its blades in psychic energy as it easily knocks the two punches away, once it does Haunter appears in front of it with its mouth filled with dark energy Ash makes a command.
"Dark Pulse Haunter!" "Gallade Teleport!" Both trainers call as Haunter fires the dark energy Gallade teleports away surprising the ghost as it looks for where Gallade went the blade Pokemon appears behind Haunter and goes to strike it.
"Gallade Psycho Cut!" "Disappear Haunter!" Both trainers call as Gallade goes to strike Haunter the ghost type disappears surprising Gallade and Sabrina as they begin to look for it as Ash speaks.
"You're not the only one who can make their Pokemon disappear" Ash says as Sabrina speaks.
"Gallade when Haunter appears hit it with Psycho Cut!" Sabrina calls with Gallade nodding it begins to scan all its surroundings up in the stands Delia speaks.
"Where do you suppose Haunter went?" Delia asks as Steve speaks.
"I'm not sure" Steve responds as everyone tries looking for Haunter Gary's eyes are focused on Gallade's shadow, he smirks as Sabrina speaks.
"It has to be here somewhere where could it have gone?" Sabrina questions she then looks a Gallade's shadow she sees a slight movement as she's about to make a command Ash speaks first.
"Haunter Shadow Punch!" Ash calls Haunter appears from Gallade's shadow and uppercuts it sending it soaring high in the air and come crashing back down shocking everyone as Ash speaks.
"I had Haunter hide in Gallade's shadow and waited for Gallade to drop its guard so we can strike" Ash says with Haunter nodding as Sabrina speaks.
"You got me good there but it's not over yet Gallade Air Slash!" Sabrina calls as Gallade fires the slashes of wind towards Haunter Ash makes a command.
"Haunter catch the Air Slashes with Psychic and send them back towards Gallade!" Ash calls Haunter's eyes glow blue as it catches the slashes of wind with Psychic and sends them back towards Gallade Sabrina makes a command.
"Gallade Teleport then Psycho Cut!" Sabrina calls Gallade Teleport's behind Haunter as it goes to strike it Ash makes a command.
"Haunter use Disable!" Ash calls as Haunter's eyes glow and disables Gallade's Psycho Cut shocking Sabrina Ash then makes his final commands.
"Haunter use Shadow Punch then Dark Pulse!" Ash calls before Sabrina can make a command Haunter's two fist fly forward and punch Gallade in the face, Haunter then fires the dark energy at Gallade's chest causing super effective damage Gallade cries out in pain as it flies towards Sabrina and lands below her feet unconscious Anabel then makes the call.
"Gallade is unable to battle Haunter is the winner!" Anabel calls Ash, Pikachu, Raichu and Haunter cheer as do everyone else in the stands Sabrina returns Gallade and thanks it for a well fought battle up in the stands Misty speaks.
"Just one more and Ash wins!" Misty cheers with Brock nodding as Riley speaks.
"Yes, but Sabrina's last Pokemon is her Alakazam it won't be easy for Ash to defeat it" Riley says as Misty and Brock look at him as Leaf speaks.
"Mr. Riley's right Sabrina's Alakazam was powerful it defeated 3 of my Pokemon easily and took down Gary's Tyranitar" Leaf says as Misty and Brock look at Gary who nods and speaks.
"Ash better be careful now that Sabrina has her senses back, she'll be able to give Alakazam more precise commands" Gary says as they look towards the battlefield, they see Sabrina take out Alakazam's Pokeball she looks to Ash and speaks.
"Well Ash this is it my final Pokemon I've been with this one ever since I was a child not many trainers can beat it, I'm sorry to tell you this Ash but victory is mine Go Alakazam!" Sabrina says as the long mustache Pokemon appears it glares at Ash and his Pokemon Ash then speaks.
"Haunter I want you to take a break for now I'll probably need you later" Ash says with Haunter nodding Ash looks at Raichu and speaks.
"Do you think you're ready to battle Alakazam?" Ash asks with Raichu smiling and sparking its cheeks making Ash smile he turns to the battlefield and speaks.
"Okay Raichu I choose you!" Ash says the mouse floats back on the battlefield sparking its cheeks it looks at Alakazam as Alakazam stares at it Anabel calls for the battle to continue Ash makes the first move.
"Raichu use Quick Attack then Iron Tail!" Ash calls as Raichu quickly zips towards Alakazam as its about to hit the mon with its tail Sabrina makes a command.
"Grab its tail with Fire Punch!" Sabrina calls as Raichu goes to hit Alakazam the mustache Pokemon catches it with its hand, Alakazam's fist is then consumed in fire as it travels to Raichu's tail then Raichu's body the floating mouse is consumed in fire and starts to cry out in pain Ash then speaks.
"Raichu use Thunderbolt!" "Teleport Alakazam" Both trainers call as Raichu fires the electric bolt Alakazam Teleports away Raichu begins looking for it unbeknownst to the yellow mouse Alakazam is above Raichu Ash notices and makes a command.
"Raichu Alakazam's above you use double team and fly around the battlefield!" Ash calls Raichu quickly creates multiple copies of itself and begins to fly around the battlefield neither Alakazam nor Sabrina are fazed as Sabrina calls for her next move.
"Alakazam grab all of them with Psychic" Sabrina calls Alakazam's eyes glow blue as it sends out a powerful psychic wave that captures not only Raichu's clones but the real Raichu as well shocking Ash, his Pokemon, Misty, Brock, Leaf and Gary Sabrina makes her next command.
"Now Psyshock" Sabrina calls Alakazam's eyes glow as it quickly sends the psychic orbs at Raichu hitting it the floating mouse cries out in pain as it falls from the sky and lands on the battlefield.
"Raichu!" Ash calls but Raichu doesn't respond as its unconscious Anabel makes the call.
"Raichu is unable to battle Sabrina's Alakazam is the winner!" Anabel calls Sabrina and Alakazam smile Ash runs to the battlefield and picks up Raichu, Raichu looks at its trainer and has a sad look on its face as Ash speaks.
"Hey, you did great Raichu thank you" Ash says with Raichu nodding he puts the floating mouse next to Pikachu he gets a serious look on his face with Haunter having the same look Ash then speaks.
"You ready Haunter?" Ash asks with the ghost nodding Ash nods he turns back to the battlefield and speaks.
"Haunter I choose you!" Ash calls as the ghost floats back on the battlefield ready to avenge its friend but neither Sabrina nor Alakazam are worried up in the stands Riley speaks.
"This is bad while Haunter does have moves that are super effective against Alakazam, Sabrina's Alakazam has more experience than Haunter I hate to say this, but Ash might lose" Riley says as Misty speaks.
"Sorry Mr. Riley I'm going to have to disagree Haunter may be at a disadvantage and Ash hasn't had it for long, but Ash has overcome many challenges during these 5 months I've been traveling with him and it's no different here he can still win" Misty states with Brock, Leaf and Gary agreeing the adults look at Misty and smile before looking back at the battlefield as Anabel speaks.
"This is the final battle both trainers have one Pokemon left whoever defeats their opponents Pokemon first will be declared the winner you may now continue to battle!" Anabel calls as Ash makes the first move.
"Let's go Haunter use Dark Pulse!" Ash calls as Haunter quickly fires the dark energy towards Alakazam Sabrina makes a command.
"Alakazam use Teleport then Disable!" Sabrina calls Alakazam quickly teleports dodging the dark pulse it then appears in front of Haunter its eyes glow blue as it disables Haunter's dark pulse move making it so Haunter can't use it Ash grits his teeth as Sabrina speaks.
"Alakazam Psychic!" "Haunter quick use Protect!" Both trainers call Haunter quickly summons a protective barrier as Alakazam fires the psychic waves it collides with the Protect. Haunter tries its best to block the attack the barrier then cracks and explodes as Haunter is blown away it begins to spin out of control as Sabrina makes another command.
"Alakazam Psyshock!" Sabrina calls Alakazam quickly fires the psychic orbs at the still spinning Haunter as the orbs are about to hit the ghost Ash makes a command.
"Haunter dive into the ground!" Ash calls Haunter manages to stop spinning and quickly goes in the ground it dodges the Psyshock and starts heading towards Alakazam.
"Haunter Shadow Claw!" "Alakazam counter with Fire Punch!" Both trainers call Haunter goes to strike Alakazam with its claws as Alakazam heats up its fist both mons collide, Haunter tries its best to push forward but Alakazam easily pushes Haunter away Ash makes his next move.
"Haunter Shadow Punch!" Ash calls Haunter quickly shoots both of its ghostly fist forward.
"Dodge Alakazam!" Sabrina calls Alakazam easily dodges both fist as it does the two ghostly fist turn back around and hit Alakazam in the back making it groan in pain.
"Yes!" Ash cheers along with his Pokemon as Sabrina speaks.
"Psybeam!" Sabrina calls as Alakazam fires the psychic beam at Haunter which hits the ghost type knocking it on the ground, Haunter groans in pain as the move was also super effective Ash then speaks.
"Are you okay Haunter?!" Ash calls with the ghost nodding but it then begins to pant heavily as Sabrina speaks.
"Haunter may be a Ghost type but it also has the poison typing making Psychic moves super effective against it that Psybeam Alakazam used was weak if it was a Psychic instead Haunter would've fainted. I'm sorry to tell you this Ash but you can't defeat my Alakazam" Sabrina states having a serious expression on her face as Ash speaks.
"Yeah, I knew having Haunter battle in this gym would give it a disadvantage against your psychic types but we're not giving up I still feel Haunter can win!" Ash states with Haunter agreeing as Sabrina speaks.
"I like that determination, Ash; it reminds me of your father but that won't be enough for you to win this battle Alakazam Psychic!" Sabrina calls as Alakazam quickly fires the psychic waves at Haunter Ash makes a command.
"Haunter use Foul Play and fly forward!" Ash calls Haunter covers its body in dark energy as it quickly flies forward easily passing thru the psychic as it's getting closer to Alakazam Sabrina makes a command.
"Alakazam teleport then Thunder Wave!" "Protect Haunter!" Both trainers call Alakazam teleports above Haunter it then fires the electric waves at the ghost, but Haunter is able to summon a protective barrier in time as Haunter's barrier goes down Alakazam appears in front of Haunter as Sabrina makes a command.
"Alakazam Psychic!" "Haunter dive into Alakazam's shadow!" Both trainers call Alakazam fires the psychic waves in front of Haunter, but the ghost is able to narrowly dodge the move and goes inside Alakazam's shadow Sabrina makes a command.
"Alakazam use Psybeam on your Shadow!" Sabrina calls Alakazam quickly fires the beam toward its shadow Ash makes a command.
"Haunter Foul Play!" Ash calls Haunter covers its body in dark energy as it appears out of Alakazam's shadow it passes thru the Psybeam and hits Alakazam's chin this makes Alakazam fly backwards making fall back on the battlefield landing on its back Haunter appears above Alakazam as Ash gives a command.
"Haunter Shadow Punch!" "Haunt!" Ash and Haunter yell Haunter covers its fist in ghostly energy as it goes to punch Alakazam's stomach Sabrina makes a command.
"Alakazam Psychic!" Sabrina calls as Haunter is about to hit Alakazam the psychic mon quickly fires a big wave of psychic energy catching Haunter stopping its movements, Haunter tries to break out but is unable to Alakazam stands up it looks at Haunter as Sabrina speaks.
"Alakazam blow Haunter away with Psychic!" Sabrina calls Alakazam nods Ash is unable to make a command in time Alakazam summons more psychic energy hitting Haunter the ghost cries out in pain as it flies back to Ash landing below his feet seemingly unconscious Ash then speaks.
"Haunter!" Ash calls the ghost type slightly moves it can still battle but is panting heavily Ash smiles as Sabrina speaks.
"Forfeit" Sabrina says as Ash looks to her surprised Sabrina continues to talk.
"It's obvious Haunter can't battle anymore I really enjoyed our battle Ash but it's clear that you're still not ready to beat me come back when you're stronger I'll gladly take you on then" Sabrina says as Ash begins to think.
"Should I forfeit? No, I can't me and my Pokemon trained too hard for this battle to just forfeit. But Sabrina's also right that maybe I wasn't ready to take her on yet, she easily defeated Kingler and Gyarados, Primeape stood no chance against Gallade, Raichu did well against Sabrina's Raichu and Espeon but ultimately lost to Alakazam. Haunter did great defeating Gallade and did well battling Alakazam and now it can barely float in the air maybe I should give up" Ash thinks to himself he has his hat cover his face as he begins to raise his hand and speak.
"I For-""HAUNT!" Before Ash could finish Haunter yells at Ash shocking everyone Ash looks at the ghost type and speaks.
"Are you saying you can still battle?" Ash asks with Haunter nodding as Ash continues to speak.
"But you've suffered a lot of damage if you keep going, you'll get hurt more" Ash responds Haunter then floats to Ash and slaps him across the face everyone is surprised at what Haunter did Ash has a shocked look on his face he looks at Haunter who has tears in its eyes Haunter begins to speak.
"Haunt, Haunt, Haunt" Haunter tells Ash that compared to the injuries its teammates suffered against Giovanni's Garchomp this is nothing Haunter doesn't want Ash to doubt himself he wants Ash to trust it and believe that Haunter can win Haunter will make sure to win this battle for Ash and for its defeated teammates. Haunter says looking at Ash, Ash understood what Haunter said he smiles and speaks.
"Your right Haunter I shouldn't be doubting myself you and everyone else have been training hard for this battle and forfeiting wouldn't be satisfying so Haunter I'll believe in you so let's work together defeat Sabrina's Alakazam and get that gym badge!" Ash states having a determined look in his eyes Haunter smiles and nods it turns back to the battlefield everyone in the stands and Anabel smile looking at Ash while Sabrina also has a smile on her face as she remembers her first battle with Red as he said something similar Alakazam looks to her and speaks.
"Ala" The mon says as Sabrina nods.
"Yes, I also feel nostalgic let's win Alakazam!" Sabrina says with Alakazam nodding it turns back looking at Haunter. Both trainers and Pokemon stare at each other everyone is eagerly waiting to see who'll make the first move a few moments later both trainers speak.
"Psychic!" Ash and Sabrina call Haunter and Alakazam roar as they quickly fire the psychic waves at each other, the psychic moves collide Alakazam's psychic attack easily pushes away Haunter's as the psychic is heading toward the ghost Ash makes a move.
"Haunter Foul Play!" Ash calls Haunter covers its body in dark energy as it flies thru Alakazam's psychic going to hit Alakazam Sabrina makes a command.
"Alakazam Fire Punch!" Sabrina calls Alakazam heats up its fist as it goes to hit Haunter Ash makes a command.
"Haunter dive into Alakazam's shadow and use Shadow Punch!" Ash calls Haunter quickly dives into Alakazam's shadow dodging the fire punch before Sabrina can give a command Haunter appears out of Alakazam's shadow and uppercuts Alakazam doing damage to the mon Alakazam then looks at Haunter with Haunter looking at its Sabrina and Ash make a command.
"Psybeam!" "Night Shade!" Both trainers call both mons fire their moves they collide creating an explosion Ash makes his next move.
"Haunter quick Shadow Punch!" Ash calls Haunter quickly shoots its two fist forward and punches Alakazam in the stomach making it cough Sabrina makes her next move.
"Use Psychic!" Sabrina calls Alakazam quickly fires the psychic wave toward Haunter before it hits Ash makes a command.
"Protect Haunter!" Ash calls Haunter quickly summons a protective barrier blocking the move, but the psychic is too strong as it destroys the barrier Haunter is hit with some of the psychic and falls to the ground injured.
"Haunter!" Ash calls in worry as Sabrina makes her next command.
"Use teleport to get in front of it and finish it off with Psychic!" Sabrina calls Alakazam quickly teleports in front of Haunter as its about to fire the move Ash and Haunter smile as Ash makes a command.
"Haunter Dark Pulse!" Ash calls "What?!" Sabrina says in shock as Haunter quickly fires the dark energy at Alakazam hitting the mon in the chest Alakazam groans from the pain as its flung back towards Sabrina landing below her feet, she has a shocked look on her face but composes herself she looks to Ash and speaks.
"You knew that Dark Pulse became undone and had Alakazam get in close contact with Haunter and when you saw your chance you made your move." Sabrina says as Ash nods and speaks.
"Yep, your right I was worried Haunter wouldn't make it in time but luckily it did" Ash says with Haunter nodding Sabrina smiles and speaks.
"I must say Ash this is the most fun I've had battling in a long time when I'm battling you it feels like I'm battling a younger version of your father" Sabrina says as Ash nods Sabrina continues to speak.
"When your father challenged me to a gym battle, we lost then but this time the victors will be us!" Sabrina states as Alakazam stands up agreeing with its trainer as Ash speaks.
"Sorry Ms. Sabrina the ones who'll be winning this battle will be me and Haunter we're not leaving here until we get that gym badge!" Ash states with Haunter nodding as Sabrina looks at at Ash, she likes the fiery look in his eyes Sabrina smiles and speaks.
"Alright Ash here we come Alakazam fire your strongest Psychic!" Sabrina calls Alakazam roars as it begins to charge up the move Ash speaks.
"Haunter charge up your strongest Shadow Ball!" Ash calls Haunter roars as it begins to charge up the ghostly ball up in the stands Riley speaks.
"This is it this will decide the victor" Riley says with the group nodding as they turn their heads towards the battlefield, they see Haunter and Alakazam charging up their moves once they're finished Ash and Sabrina make a command.
"GOOOOOOOO!" "HAUNT!" "ALA!" Ash, Sabrina, Haunter and Alakazam yell as Haunter fires the big ball of ghostly energy and Alakazam fires the large psychic waves the moves collide and begin to fight for dominance creating a powerful wind in the battlefield almost blowing Ash and Sabrina away but the two stand their ground as they stare at the battlefield Sabrina speaks.
"Keep going Alakazam we're almost THERE!" Sabrina yells as Alakazam roars it begins to increase the power of its psychic pushing Haunter's Shadow Ball back Ash then speaks.
"Come on Haunter I KNOW YOU CAN DO IT!" "PIKA!" "RAI!" Ash, Pikachu and Raichu cheer on Haunter the ghost nods it tries its best to push the psychic back but it's too powerful before the psychic destroys the Shadow Ball Haunter begins to remember being with its old trainer.
We go back 3 years in time we see Haunter along with its old trainer they're currently battling another trainer using a Nidorino Haunter's trainer makes a command.
"Use Psychic Haunter!" Haunter's trainer calls Haunter fires the move but Nidorino dodges and hits Haunter with a Shadow Claw knocking Haunter out. The boy and his Nidorino cheer in victory while Haunter's trainer has an angry look on his face disappointed in Haunter's performance. The following day Haunter's trainer releases Haunter in front of Lavender Tower Haunter's trainer tells Haunter that he's lost him too many battles and is forever a disappointment Haunters trainer leaves after he said that this is also the last time Haunter saw its old trainer.
Haunter is sad as it then spends its time in Lavender tower moping around not really interacting with the other ghost or dark types. 2 weeks later as Haunter is floating around it sees a Gengar and Gastly they're both watching something on tv causing them to laugh. Gengar and Gastly notice Haunter and smile at it as Haunter goes to leave the Gengar and Gastly pull Haunter over Haunter tells them that it wants to be alone, but the two mons tell it that watching this show will help it. Haunter then sits next to them and watches the tv screen it sees people getting hurt in funny ways causing Gengar and Gastly to laugh Haunter doesn't get the jokes at first until it sees one joke where a person pulls a bomb from out of nowhere and explodes in front of the other person's face covering them in dirt.
Once Haunter saw that it starts to laugh uncontrollably making Gengar and Gastly happy as they really wanted to see Haunter smile. After that Haunter begins to open up more playing with the other ghost and dark type Pokemon, occasionally scaring trainers that wander into the tower. Haunter enjoyed its life in the tower 3 years pass as Haunter was outside the tower looking for more people to scare Team Rocket infiltrated the tower and began taking away its friends Haunter tried its best to fight off the grunts but failed and ran away. Once Haunter escaped it secretly followed the grunts to the TR base in Celadon City Haunter could do nothing but watch as it sees its friends getting tortured. A couple weeks later on the big screen of the base it showcases Ash and Ritchie's battle Haunter is amazed by how strong Ash is and the bond he has with his Pokemon Haunter wishes it could've had that same bond with its old trainer. 2 days later as Haunter went to go find help to save its friends it sees Ash training with his Pokemon Haunter wasn't expecting Ash to be there but is happy he is Haunter knew Ash would help rescue its friends.
After that Haunter made itself known to Ash after his gym battle, they headed towards the TR base and saved Haunter's friends. As Haunter was floating alongside the Gengar and Gastly it was friends with the two mons tell Haunter that they watched him battle the TR executive with the trainer they tell Haunter it should become his Pokemon. Haunter asks if that's okay since they'll probably never see each other again Gengar and Gastly are fine with it as they loved getting to know Haunter these past 3 years and feel it's better for Haunter to be with a trainer who'll help it become stronger. Haunter then gets tears in its eyes telling them thank you and hopefully they'll see each other again Haunter says goodbye to them to go join Ash's team.
After that Haunter became Ash's Pokemon Haunter loves being with Ash, his Pokemon and friends even though Haunter tends to tease them a lot and annoy them it's mainly joking, and they know that. Haunter still feels bad for not being there when Ash and his teammates were battling Giovanni but that's all in the past this is the present and Haunter will make sure to defeat Alakazam, get Ash his gym badge and prove just how strong it is.
We now come back in present time Haunter breaks out of its thoughts it sees its Shadow Ball being overpowered by the psychic Haunter takes a deep breath and yells.
"HAUNT!" Haunter gives a mighty yell its body is starting to become filled with ghostly energy as its Shadow Ball starts to grow getting bigger everyone looks at it as Sabrina speaks.
"It had this much power left?" Sabrina questions having a shocked look on her face as Ash speaks.
"Yeah, I knew you can do it Haunter now BEAT THAT PSYCHIC!" Ash yells with Haunter yelling with all its might as it begins to push the psychic back surprising Sabrina and Alakazam they quickly regain composure as Sabrina speaks.
"DON'T LOSE ALAKAZAM PUT MORE POWER INTO IT!" Sabrina calls Alakazam roars in agreement it begins to put more power into the psychic Haunter puts more energy into the shadow ball the two moves keep battling back and forth until there's a big explosion creating a dust cloud. This doesn't stop Haunter and Alakazam as they quickly dash inside the dust cloud Ash and Sabrina then call for their final attacks.
"HAUNTER SHADOW PUNCH!" "ALAKAZAM FIRE PUNCH!" "HAUNT!" "ALA!" Both trainers yell as do Haunter and Alakazam the two mons fill their fist with both ghost and fire energy respectively they meet in the middle of the battlefield and punch each other in the face as hard as they can. Their punches create another explosion creating a big gust of wind almost pushing Ash and Sabrina away they both stand their grounds once the wind is gone, they look to the battlefield to see who won. As the smoke is clearing everyone sees Haunter and Alakazam they're both panting heavily and begin to wobble back and forth. Haunter is the first of the two to fall on the battlefield but it's still conscious Haunter and Alakazam look at each other in the eyes they stare at each other for a few moments until Alakazam smiles as it falls down unconscious on the battlefield shocking everyone Anabel then makes the call.
"Gym leader Sabrina's Alakazam is unable to battle the challengers Haunter is the winner. Gym leader Sabrina has no more Pokemon making Ash Ketchum of Pallet town the winner of this gym battle!" Anabel says as everyone in the stands smile and cheer.
"He did it Ash defeated Sabrina!" Leaf cheers along with Misty, Brock, Daisy and Delia while Gary smirks meanwhile Yellow, Steve and Riley are surprised by the outcome but are happy as Riley speaks.
"I didn't think he would be able to beat Sabrina, but he proved me wrong" Riley says with Yellow and Steve agreeing as Yellow speaks.
"Ash has really become a strong trainer on his journey" Yellow responds with everyone nodding Delia is looking at her son she has a smile on her face we then see Ash who is surprised and speaks.
"Did we win?" Ash asks with Pikachu, Raichu and Haunter nodding Ash gets a big smile on his face and cheers.
"ALRIGHT!" "PIKA!" "RAI!" "HAUNT!" They all let out a massive cheer jumping in the air once they land Pikachu, Raichu and Haunter happily tackle Ash to the ground Gyarados, Kingler and Primeape appear from their Pokeball's and begin to hug Ash as well making the boy smile and laugh congratulating his Pokemon on a hard-fought battle Ash then looks at Haunter.
"Thanks Haunter you really gave your all in this battle let's keep growing stronger!" "Haunt!" Ash says with Haunter agreeing with Ash meanwhile Sabrina is looking at Ash with his Pokemon she's surprised that she lost but smiles she walks over to Alakazam and bends down looking the mon in the eyes. Alakazam is sad that it lost but it's also satisfied Sabrina feels the same way she tells Alakazam good job and returns it to its Pokeball, once she does that, she sees everyone from the stands running over to congratulate Ash. Sabrina has a smile on her face as Anabel walks over to Sabrina handing her a badge Sabrina nods as they both walk towards Ash and the group everyone sees Sabrina and Anabel walking toward them, they get out of the way as Sabrina goes to Ash and stops when she's close enough she looks at the boy and speaks.
"That was an amazing battle you gave me today Ash it felt similar to the time your father challenged me to a battle coincidently he also used a Haunter" Sabrina says with Ash nodding as Sabrina continues to speak.
"Now as proof of you defeating my gym, I give you this badge it's called the Marsh badge" Sabrina says handing Ash the badge Ash's eyes widened with joy he does a pose and says.
"I Got the Marsh Badge!" "Pi Pikachu!" Ash and Pikachu cheer along with Ash's other Pokemon everyone smiles happy that Ash got the badge as Sabrina speaks.
"So where will you get your next badge?" Sabrina asks Ash begins to think Brock speaks.
"How about the Fuchsia City gym?" Brock suggests as Ash speaks.
"Yeah, let's go their next I remember Professor Oak telling me that someone wanted to meet me there" Ash responds with Brock and Misty nodding as Leaf speaks.
"Cool lets meet up their then not only can we challenge the gym, but there's the Safari Zone where we can catch new Pokemon, I heard there's also going to be a Pokemon land race, a flying race and an End of the year festival!" Leaf says with the group nodding as Misty speaks.
"A End of the year festival I'm excited to see what they've in store" Misty says with the group nodding after that they all leave the gym the first one to say goodbye is Leaf as she wants to get her next gym badge in Celadon city, after her is Riley and Yellow they enjoyed seeing everyone again but now that Sabrina is saved it was time for them to go back to their respective homes of Iron Island and Anistar City. Before Yellow left Misty asked if she and Sabrina can check on her Psyduck she tells them that it used a very powerful psychic attack but has been unable used it since. Sabrina and Yellow looked at the duck they concentrate for a little bit and smile they tell Misty that there's nothing wrong with her Psyduck they do feel it has a lot of power inside of it they tell Misty that she'll just need to train it so it can use that power Misty nods in understanding. Gary decided that he's going to stay in Saffron City for a while until his back injury is all cleared up once its healed, he wants to battle Sabrina again Daisy is also going to be staying with Gary to keep him company. Gary tells Ash not to get rusty because if they ever battle Gary will beat him Ash nods telling Gary that he'll be the one who wins this makes Gary smirk as he and Daisy go to the hospital. Standing towards the exit of Saffron City are Ash, Misty, Brock with Delia, Sabrina and Anabel saying goodbye to them Sabrina then speaks.
"Good luck in your gym battle against the Fuchsia City gym leader Ash he's pretty strong Sabrina says as Ash nods Anabel then speaks.
"Hey Ash once you get stronger let's have a battle, I would like to see you again" Anabel says smiling with a slight blush on her face Ash nods he doesn't notice the blush except for Brock, Misty, Pikachu, Sabrina and Delia. Delia walks up to Ash she looks at the boy in the eye's and gives him a big hug.
"It was great seeing you again sweetie I hope the rest of your journey goes well and make sure not to cause too many problems for Misty and Brock" Delia says with Ash nodding Misty and Brock tell Delia that they'll try to keep Ash out of trouble making the woman happy Delia also reminds Ash to change his underwear everyday causing everyone to laugh making Ash embarrassed Ash looks to Sabrina and speaks.
"Ms. Sabrina now that you're not under control by Team Rocket and have made amends with mom and everyone else what will you do now?" Ash questions as Sabrina speaks.
"Will I'll stay in the gym for a little while until Gary is ready to battle me again after that I-"Before Sabrina can finish Delia speaks.
"After that you'll stay with me for a while" Delia suggests surprising everyone as Sabrina speaks.
"You want me to stay with you?" Sabrina questions as Delia nods.
"Yes, for the past 15 years you've just stayed in your gym I believe it's time for you to take a break" Delia responds Sabrina was about to counter back but Anabel tells Sabrina that while she's gone, she'll watch over the gym and take the role of gym leader for a while, Sabrina nods she looks to Delia and speaks.
"Okay I'll stay with you for a while" Sabrina says making Delia happy she begins to tell Sabrina all the things they're going to do together making Sabrina overwhelmed as everyone laughs. After that the group of Ash, Misty and Brock leave, Delia leaves as well to go prepare for Sabrina's stay in her home Sabrina and Anabel go back to the gym. Once Sabrina and Anabel make it back Sabrina tells Anabel that she needs to visit someone Anabel nods as Sabrina glows a bright purple and teleports away.
In the far Galar region in the Crown Tundra we see Red, it seems like he's currently training his Charizard, Aerodactly, Snorlax, Espeon, Gengar and Dragonite (This is Delia's Dragonite Delia decided to let Red keep it while he's traveling) as they're training Red and his Pokemon sense someone approaching them Red's Pokemon get into a battle position but Red tells them its fine he looks to the woman and speaks.
"Hey Sabrina, it's nice to see you again" Red says as Sabrina smiles and speaks.
"Yes, it's been 15 years since we've last seen each other" Sabrina says as Red nods Red then speaks.
"So, I take it you and Ash had a gym battle?" Red asks as Sabrina speaks.
"Yes, he proved to be a worthy challenger and defeated me during the battle I got memories of when you and I battled for the first time" Sabrina responds as Red smiles happy that his son is doing well Sabrina then gets a frown on her face and speaks.
"Red I'm truly sorry about what happened with Silver 15 years ago if I didn't let Giovanni get in my head, he would still be with you, Delia and Ash" Sabrina says as Red speaks.
"It's fine Sabrina, I don't blame you, I understand that you were trying to protect us but the way you went about it was overboard and for Silver I'm sure he'll come back home one day" Red responds Sabrina nods Red then gets a serious look on his face and speaks.
"I'm guessing the reason why you're here it's not just to catch up" Red says with Sabrina nodding as she gets a serious look on her face as well and speaks.
"Blue told me that you found documents on something called Project Mewtwo I came here to warn you that the Pokemon that was taking over my mind for weeks is most likely that Pokemon. It seems Team Rocket have already finished making the Pokemon and are in the process of making it stronger than it already is" Sabrina says Red nods as Sabrina continues to speak.
"I've blocked my mind so that the creature can't control me again, but I still feel its power growing stronger everyday" Sabrina says as Red speaks.
"Do you happen to know where the Pokemon is? Because if you do that could lead us to Team Rocket's main base. I've spoken to Looker; he told me that his men didn't find anything about Team Rocket in the Viridian Gym, but his men did tell him that there was something off with that place." Red asks as Sabrina shakes her head and speaks.
"No unfortunately I don't have an exact location for the past 3 days I've been trying to find Team Rocket's main base by looking for Giovanni, but it seems that Mewtwo Pokemon is sending out a powerful wave of psychic energy blocking me from investigating further. But what I did find out was it seems like the big wave of psychic energy is mainly focused around Tohjo Falls and somewhere on Mt. Silver I've informed Riley, Yellow and Blue once they've prepared, they alongside Looker, Bruno, Agatha, Lorelai, Johto champion Lance and his G-Man squad are going to those areas in 2 months and they're going to need your help." Sabrina responds Red nods and speaks.
"It seems Blue's gut feeling might be right Tohjo Falls is a place at the end of Kanto that lets you enter the Johto region thank you for telling me Sabrina" Red says smiling Sabrina nods and speaks.
"Red this Mewtwo Pokemon if you ever battle it be careful as this will most likely be the strongest Pokemon you've ever faced I feel it's even stronger than the fused legendary bird beast you and Charizard defeated back then." Sabrina says Red looks to her he smiles and speaks.
"That's why I'm currently training so that when my Pokemon and me do face it we'll be ready" Red responds smiling his Pokemon roar in the background agreeing with him Sabrina smiles and thinks.
"You really haven't changed" Sabrina says to herself as she turns to go Red then speaks.
"Tell Delia and Ash I say high and Sabrina I'm happy that you're back" Red says having a big grin on his face Sabrina nods she then teleports away Red turns back to his Pokemon he grabs all the Pokeball's he has with him and throws them in the air. What come out are all the Pokemon he's captured throughout the years he's been a trainer some of the Pokemon he has have already been introduced in the story while there are others that haven't been introduced yet Red looks to his Pokemon and speaks.
"In 2 months', time we'll finally find Team Rocket's main base and put a stop to Team Rocket but in order to do that it seems a powerful Pokemon will get in our way so let's train hard so that when we do battle it, we'll be ready!" Red states as all of his Pokemon roar in agreement they then begin to train by battling each other Red looks to the sky and thinks.
"I'm coming for you Giovanni and I'll make sure to put a stop to you" Red thinks to himself as he begins to train along with his Pokemon we then go to the main Team Rocket base we see Giovanni next to him is a bipedal cat like Pokemon wearing armor all throughout its body they're both looking at a tube inside it contains what looks like a Charizard but its bigger than a regular Charizard it also has red markings throughout its body Giovanni has an evil smile on his face and speaks.
"Red Ketchum not only will you be facing Mewtwo but also the world's strongest Charizard" Giovanni says looking at the fire lizard as its arms begin to twitch it opens its eyes once it does it gives a mighty roar as the chapter ends.
Looks like Red will be facing not only Mewtwo but also a cloned Charizard. Tell me how did you guys like Ash's gym battle with Sabrina? This was Ash's toughest one yet and I wanted to showcase just how skilled of a trainer Sabrina is unfortunately Kingler and Primeape didn't get any wins, but they got their focus in the last chapter. How did you like Haunter's backstory? I decided to put it here as I felt this would be the best place to put it.
Next chapter will come out next week it'll be my take on Snow Way Out the first half will focus on Ash's Alolan Vulpix and in the second half the gang will reach Fuchsia City where Ash and Calem will meet and have their battle. The 2 chapters after next weeks will finally have the group go to the Safari Zone. In the Fuchsia City portion of this series Paul will return, have new captures, some old characters will return, and it'll be a lot more lighthearted than the Saffron City portion I hope you all look forward to it.
Next time Chapter 31: Trapped in a Blizzard and Enter Calem
See you all then!
