Pokemon Anime What if?
Kanto Arc
Chapter 36 Fuchsia City Festival
Hello everyone, this chapter will focus on the group enjoying their time at the festival and reuniting with some other characters that have appeared in the past I hope you all enjoy it!
Our chapter begins 2 days after the last one ended with the gang getting ready to go to the Fuchsia City festival. During these 2 days Ash got to spend more time with the other Pokemon he caught in the Safari Zone learning each of their battle styles, personalities and the bonds they have with each other. For the fire types Charmeleon is the leader he always makes sure they get good training and also gives them tips on how to increase their fire power. Fuecoco can be a bit lazy but does take training seriously when it's not eating or joining Gible and Totodile chewing on things. Litten views Charmeleon as a rival and wants to surpass it one day so far during their training battles Litten hasn't defeated Charmeleon yet but feels it's getting stronger whenever they battle. Gyarados is the leader of Ash's water types with Wartortle and Kingler being co leaders like Charmeleon they help train and teach the water Pokemon new moves and increase their power. The leader of the flying types is Pidgeot ever since the flying race Pidgeot has Ash's flying Pokemon compete in flying races and sky battles, they always compete to see who's faster/stronger (Rowlet, Scyther, Haunter and Raichu participant too). Gyarados also wanted to join in on the flying races too but can't as even though it's part flying type it can't actually fly making the sea serpent sad. Noibat has been getting better at flying and is even starting to keep up with Ash's other flying types.
The leader for the fighting types is Hitmonlee the reason Hitmonlee is the leader is because Primeape, Farfetch'd and Hawlucha were too busy arguing on who should be leader, so Hitmonlee decided to take the role with the other fighting types agreeing shocking Primeape, Farfetch'd and Hawlucha. Primeape, Farfetch'd and Hawlucha challenged Hitmonlee to battle Hitmonlee declined at first but the three of them kept interrupting Hitmonlee whenever it was mediating so Hitmonlee agreed they battled and Hitmonlee defeated them easily making the three mons accept Hitmonlee as the leader. Pikachu and Raichu during these two days have been training Shinx strengthening its electric type moves Raichu also taught it electric terrain. Ivysaur's the leader of the grass types like the others it helps strengthen Treeko's, Sprigatito's, Rowlet's and Grookey's attack power. Ivysaur also learned that besides Treeko the other 3 can be a hand full Rowlet usually tends to sleep a lot, Sprigatito always tries to be next to Litten, Grookey sometimes joins Haunter and causes mischief in the ranch but even though they've those quirks all 3 of them are strong when they battle seriously. Ninetales is the leader of the ice types helping them master moves like ice beam and Blizzard making Snorunt and G. Darumaka happy. Clefable helps train Tinkatuff in learning Play Rough, but Tinkatuff sometimes goes to mess with Corvisquire and Pawniard so Clefable has to stop her and teach her manners. Hisuian Growlithe helps train Rockruff and Boldore in strengthening their rock type moves making both mons happy.
For Ash's dragon types there isn't a leader Gible and Vibrava are equal in strength with Noibat not too far behind them as for Dratini . Dratini is currently the weakest out of Ash's dragon types, so Charmeleon and Gyarados help train her too becoming her mentors. Ash's Scyther, Pawniard and Heracross love training with Ash's other Pokemon (though Heracross tries to suck on Ivysaur's bulb annoying the plant dinosaur). Krokorok and Wartortle not only train together but have rap battles too they always put on a good show for everyone. They've also formed a band with Grookey as the drummer, Totodile's the dancer (Misty's Quaxly sometimes joins) and Fuecoco is the one that provides the beats as it's a beat boxer (shocking everyone). Leaf during these past two days has also gotten to know her Pokemon more as well. Her Pokemon are all well behaved except for her Sprigatito as it still tends to cause problems for Leaf annoying the girl and her Flamingo can be a handful too as it always tries to fight hers, Ash's, Brock's and Misty's stronger Pokemon (mostly Ash's Hawlucha and Farfetch'd). Pikachu has also been training hard to master Surf with the help of Ash's and Misty's water types its able to control the water more, but the move is still imperfect, and Pikachu can only use it for a few seconds. Ash decided that until Pikachu masters Surf it would be best to not use the move in battles Pikachu agrees as it continues to try and master the move Raichu also tries to learn Surf too. Ash's Rockruff and Litten also have a rivalry with each other and train together all the time when they're at Delia's house. Rockruff also tends to train with Ash's Alolan Ninetales and Hisuian Growlithe a lot as it sees them both as masters and training partners. Rockruff also likes Brock's Midday Lycanroc and hopes to evolve into a Lycanroc one day. All four of Ash's Tauros always run around the ranch and train with each other, for Ash's Dunsparce it tends to sleep a lot too by going underground but even though it can be lazy like Rowlet and Fuecoco when it battles it's strong.
Right now, it's lunch time Brock and Leaf (Leaf's Pokemon are Venusaur, Poliwrath, Sensui Style Oricorio, Maushold, Jigglypuff and G. Zigzagoon) are currently in the middle of making lunch, Misty is training her Pokemon Psyduck and Slowpoke have been improving Psyduck's now able to use water gun properly and Slowpoke's reaction speed has gotten better. Misty also found a new problem with Psyduck as even though it's a water type it can't swim causing Misty's head to hurt even more, so her water types have been helping Psyduck by giving it swimming lessons. Sobble, Quaxly and Horsea have gotten stronger too at first Sobble was nervous when it came to training, but it quickly got over that as it wants to keep growing stronger though it still tends to cry causing everyone in the area to cry as well. Quaxly was the one who was able to help Psyduck and Slowpoke master their water moves, Quaxly has a good relationship with Ash's Totodile as the two tend to dance together a lot and have dance battles. Misty's Vaporeon has been training Horsea strengthening its water type moves and speed. For those wondering what have Jessie, James and Meowth have been doing these pass two days they haven't been able to watch Ash as they're (along with their Pokemon) currently working at a diner to pay for the food they and their Pokemon ate. Luckly for them Giovanni isn't interested in learning more about Ash or his Pokemon right now as he along with the other rockets are busy this made the trio happy as it allows them to focus working at the diner and give a great service to the customers. The Pokemon Ash has with him today are Pikachu, Charmeleon, Dratini, Treeko, Pawnard and Ninetales they're currently training for Ash's next gym battle we now zoom in on Ash training his Pokemon.
"Treeko use Bullet Seed and Pikachu knock them away with Iron Tail!" Ash calls the grass gecko fires the small seeds towards Pikachu, but the yellow mouse easily deflects all of them Ash then looks to Ninetales and Pawnard.
"Ninetales use Ice Beam and Pawnaird cut thru it with Metal Claw!" Ash calls the ice fox quickly fires the icy beam towards the sharp blade Pokemon Pawniard covers its claws in steel energy it jumps forward colliding with the ice beam it tries to cut through but is unable to as its push back Ash looks at it and speaks.
"Okay Pawnaird and Ninetales try it again" Ash calls both mons nod Ninetales fires the ice beam again as Pawnaird collides with it, it's pushed back a little bit but is now able to cut through it making Pawnaird and Ash happy. Ash then looks to the team of Charmeleon and Dratini and gives his commands.
"Okay Charmeleon use Dragon Claw and Dratini dodge then use Dragon Rage!" Ash calls Charmeleon quickly covers its claws in dragon energy it jumps forward going to hit Dratini but the dragon dodges in time and fires a ball of dragon energy Charmeleon easily blocks the move and looks at Dratini both the fire lizard and Ash smile. Before Ash can continue to train his Pokemon Brock speaks.
"Ash lunch is ready!" Brock says Ash nods he calls all of his Pokemon over once they reach him, he looks at all of them and speaks.
"Great job training today guys you're all getting stronger come on let's have some food" Ash says smiling with the 6-mons agreeing they all go to join the others for lunch.
10 minutes later everyone has finished their meal as the Pokemon go play the trainers are at the table beginning to talk about the festival later today Brock then speaks.
"So, it seems that the festival will be starting in 1 hour" Brock says with the group nodding as Misty speaks.
"I'm looking forward to seeing all the different kinds of stands they'll have there" Misty says as Leaf speaks.
"I'm looking forward to all the different kinds of games and food" Leaf says as Ash speaks.
"Whatever they've there I just know it's going to be a blast man I'm excited!" Ash says with the group nodding they continue to talk for a little bit until they pack up their things and go back to the Pokemon center to wait until the festival begins.
1 hour later the gang are at the location of the festival when they make it, they're in awe at everything they're seeing. They see many people and Pokemon wearing Kimono's, different shops for food, games and accessories. They keep looking at everything until Leaf speaks.
"It's so pretty here!" Leaf says smiling with the group nodding as Ash speaks.
"Hey, do you guys see Joe and Giselle anywhere?' Ash asks but Brock, Misty and Leaf don't see them as they're looking around, they hear a loud yell.
"ASHY KINS!" Giselle's voice echo's the group don't have time to react as Giselle tackles Ash to the ground hugging him and knocking Pikachu off his shoulder landing on his back. Misty, Brock and Leaf have surprised looks on their faces and see Giselle happily hug Ash tightly and speak.
"Ashy Kins! I've Missed You!" Giselle says happily while hugging Ash the boy then speaks.
"I'm… happy… too…. Giselle…. Please… let…. Go…" Ash says while trying to breathe Giselle notices what she's done and quickly gets off Ash letting the boy catch his breath Pikachu also climbs back on Ash's shoulder and glares at Giselle. The girl looks at Ash smiles and hugs him again more gently and speaks.
"I've really missed you Ashy Kins" Giselle says while hugging the boy as Ash smiles and speaks.
"Yeah, it's great to see you again too" Ash says smiling Giselle then let's go of Ash she looks at Brock and Leaf she smiles at them and speaks.
"It's great to see you two again as well" Giselle says with the two nodding Giselle then looks at Misty and Misty looks back at her the two girls don't say anything as they glare at each other making the group nervous. Giselle and Misty continue to stare at each other for a few more seconds until they smile and hug each other Giselle then speaks.
"I'm happy to see you too" Giselle says with Misty saying the same thing they then let go of each other the group then asks if Giselle's father is doing okay, she responds saying that he's made a full recovery but will still need to rest. The group nod and are happy that Giselle's father is doing better Ash then looks at Giselle's outfit and speaks.
"Hey Giselle, are you wearing a kimono?" Ash asks the girl looks at Ash and speaks.
"Why yes my mom made it for me don't I look cute?" Giselle asks with Ash nodding Giselle then gives a smug look towards Misty as Misty rolls her eyes Leaf then speaks.
"Hey, shouldn't Joe be with you?" Leaf asks as Giselle looks at her confused.
"What are you talking about? Joe is right here" Giselle responds as she looks to her right, she doesn't see Joe next to her and gets a shocked look on her face Brock then speaks.
"Did you perhaps leave Joe behind?" Brock asks Giselle chuckles while rubbing the back of her head when she does behind her the group see a very tired and sweaty Joe along with a Pokemon (wearing a green/brown Kimono), when they reach Giselle, both begin to pant heavily Giselle looks at them and speaks.
"Joe, Nuzleaf are you okay?" Giselle asks in concern the boy and Nuzleaf look at her and speak.
"You really need to learn to slow down" "Nuz" Joe says with Nuzleaf agreeing Giselle nods Joe along with Nuzleaf finally catch their breath Joe looks at the group and speaks.
"You guys finally made it it's great to see that you all are doing well" Joe says with the group nodding and greet Joe Ash and Leaf look Nuzleaf they take out their Pokedex's to scan it.
"Nuzleaf, the Wily Pokémon a Grass/Dark type. Nuzleaf can be found living in thick woodlands. The soft melodies they play on their leaf pipes are said to comfort humans" The Pokedex says the group greet Nuzleaf with the mon saying high back Pikachu, Sobble and Quaxly walk up to it and greet it too with the mon smiling, once the greetings are done Giselle then speaks.
"Come with us my mom can provide you with kimono's too" Giselle says the group nod they begin to follow Giselle, Joe and Nuzleaf as they head to Giselle's mom shop. During the walk they learn that Joe and Giselle have already battled and defeated the fuchsia gym leader Koga they tell Ash that the battle was difficult. When they make it to the shop, they head inside and are in awe of all the different types of kimonos there. As they keep walking, they see a woman who looks like an adult version of Giselle with her hair tied and is wearing a purple Kimono with Butterfree patterns the woman looks at the group she smiles and speaks.
"Hello there, you must be friends of my daughter and Joe my name is Vanessa it's a pleasure to meet you all" Vanessa says happily as the gang greet her saying their names when they're done Vanessa walks over to Ash, she looks at the boy and speaks.
"So, you're the one that has captured my daughter's heart I must say you picked a cute one Giselle" Vanessa says happily making Giselle happily blush while Ash looks confused Leaf then speaks.
"Um miss Vanessa can you provide us with Kimono's too?" Leaf asks the woman looks at her and speaks.
"Of course, pick out the ones you want and try them on you can also pick ones for your Pokemon too" Vanessa says the group nod and send out their Pokemon when they do Giselle and Joe are amazed by the variety of Pokemon they all have Joe looks to Ash and speaks.
"Did you guys go to the Safari Zone too?" Joe asks Ash nods making Joe excited Giselle looks at Ash's shiny Dratini she gets hearts in her eyes and quickly runs towards it.
"You're so cute!" Giselle says happily Dratini quickly goes to hide behind Charmeleon as the fire lizard fires a flamethrower at Giselle. When the flames go away Giselle falls on the ground charred Pikachu and Misty chuckle as Ash speaks.
"My Dratini is very nervous/shy around strangers you'll need to approach it slowly" Ash says Giselle nods as she quickly recovers telling Dratini sorry with the Dragon nodding Giselle then goes to try and hug Ash's Alolan Ninetales the fox lets Giselle pet her then Ninetales happily freezes her causing everyone to laugh Joe looks at Ash and speaks.
"Hey Ash when you find yourself and Pokemon Kimono's let's have a battle I want to test myself against you" Joe suggests holding up his Pokeball forward the group is surprised that Joe's requesting to battle Ash, Ash looks at Joe and speaks.
"Sure, I'll accept your challenge" Ash says having an excited look on his face with Joe having the same look.
10 minutes later the gang begin looking for Kimono's to wear with Giselle's mom helping. Ash was able to find one he's wearing a blue kimono with patterns of different water types, Pikachu is also wearing a blue kimono, Charmeleon and Dratini are both wearing a red kimono, Ninetales is wearing a pink one, Treeko and Pawnaird weren't interested at first but decided to join in Treeko's wearing a green Kimono while Pawnaird is wearing a black one. Giselle absolutely loves Ash in his kimono getting hearts in her eyes. Brock and Leaf are wearing kimono's too Brock is wearing a dark green kimono with his Pokemon consisting of Golbat, Vulpix, Kangaskan, Sandslash, Croagunk and Alolan Graveler wearing the same one. Leaf is wearing a light green kimono with patterns of different grass Pokemon on it. Her Pokemon wear the same one too and they were even able to find a size for Venusaur. As everyone is waiting for Misty to come out, they see her Sobble, Quaxly, Vaporeon, Golisopod, Psyduck and Slowpoke all wearing blue kimonos Misty then walks out of the dressing room she looks at everyone and speaks.
"So how do I look?" Misty asks as the group look at her, she's wearing a pink kimono with red patterns of Seaking on it she also has her hair down the group look at her in awe as Leaf speaks.
"You look amazing Misty" Leaf says having stars in her eyes Brock, Joe, Vanessa and even Giselle agree, Giselle then looks at Ash she can see that he's just staring at Misty and has a slight blush on his face Misty looks at Ash and speaks.
"Ash is something wrong?" Misty asks as everyone looks at the boy, Ash quickly composes himself he looks at Misty and speaks.
"Nope everything is fine the kimono looks great on you Misty" Ash says smiling making Misty smile and slightly blush Giselle looks at the two of them as Joe speaks.
"So, Ash are you ready?" Joe asks Ash looks at him and speaks.
"Of course," Ash responds everyone then heads out of the building and go to a battlefield nearby Ash and Joe take their positions while Brock takes the ref position, he looks at Joe and speaks.
"I'll be the referee what are the rules?" Brock asks as Joe speaks.
"This is a Double battle we're only allowed to use 2 Pokemon and whoever knocks out all of their opponents Pokemon first will be declared the winner" Joe responds with Ash and Brock nodding in the stands Misty speaks.
"I'm surprised Joe is requesting Ash to a battle" Misty says with Leaf agreeing as Giselle speaks.
"You see after watching Ash's battles at the SS. Anne Tournament and his battle with Erika Joe got inspired, he started taking his training seriously so that he can defeat Ashy kins and showcase just how strong he's gotten" Giselle responds with Misty and Leaf nodding they turn their heads back to the battlefield as Brock speaks.
"This is a 2v2 double battle both trainers are allowed to only use 2 Pokemon whoever defeats all of their opponents Pokemon first will be declared the winner if both trainers are ready, please send out your two Pokemon" Brock says both boys nod Ash then speaks.
"Treeko, Pawnaird I choose you!" Ash says both mons take off their kimonos putting them down they then jump on the battlefield and get into battle stances Joe smiles he grabs two Pokeball's he throws them and speaks.
"Sliggoo, Drilbur Go!" Joe says what appear is a snail like Pokemon and a small mole Pokemon both mons get into battle stances Ash takes out his Pokedex and scans them.
"Sliggoo, the Soft Tissue Pokémon a Dragon type. Its four horns function as a highly sensitive radar system, picking up many different scents and noises. Drilbur the Mole Pokemon a Ground Type and the pre evolved form of Excadril. It brings its claws together and whirls around at high speed before rushing toward its prey" The Pokedex says as Ash gets an excited look on his face in the stands Misty looks at Giselle and speaks.
"So, I guess you and Joe caught also caught new Pokemon in the Safari Zone too?" Misty asks Giselle nods and speaks.
"Why yes I also caught some new Pokemon too" Giselle says she grabs two Pokeball's and throws them in the air when the two mons appear Leaf scans them with her Pokedex.
"Steenee, the Fruit Pokémon. A Grass type and the evolve form of Bounsweet. Steenee's hard sepals are highly developed for protection. Hattrem the Serene Pokemon a Psychic type. No matter who you are, if you bring strong emotions near this Pokémon, it will silence you violently." The Pokedex says Misty and Leaf call the two-mons cute, making them happy Misty looks at Giselle and speaks.
"I'm surprised you caught a Hattrem it must've been a struggle to capture it" Misty says Giselle looks at her.
"It was but now it's mine isn't that right my little Hattrem" Giselle says as she begins to hug the Pokemon Hattrem gets mad and hits Giselle on the head forcing her to let go Misty and Leaf look at Giselle asking if she's okay Vanessa then speaks.
"She's fine this always happens whenever she tries to hug Hattrem" Vanessa says Misty and Leaf nod as Hattrem closes her eyes and turns her head away while Steene gives a small chuckle Brock then speaks.
"Both trainers have sent out their Pokemon you may now begin!" Brock says as Ash makes the first move.
"Treeko use Bullet Seed on Drilbur and Pawnaird use Air Slash on Sliggoo!" Ash calls both mons fire their moves at their respective opponents Joe smiles and speaks.
"Sliggoo get in front of the Bullet Seed and Drilbur use Metal Claw on the Air Slash!" Joe calls both mons nod Sliggoo gets in front of the Bullet Seed taking the hit while Drilbur covers its claws in steel energy and begins to cut through the Air Slash easily it goes to hit Pawnaird as Ash speaks.
"Pawnaird counter with your Metal Claw!" Ash calls Pawnaird quickly covers its claws in steel energy and collides with Drilbur. Both mons skid back as Treeko appears in front of the mole Ash then speaks.
"Treeko Energy Ball!" "Take the hit Sliggoo then use Take Down!" Both trainers call Treeko fires the green ball of grass energy it's about to hit Drilbur until Sliggoo gets in the way taking the hit. When the Energy Ball hits Sliggoo it looks like it's being absorb surprising Ash and Treeko Sliggoo then hits Treeko in the stomach with its head Treeko coughs in pain as its sent flying crashing into Pawnaird making them both fall on the battlefield Ash looks at them and speaks.
"Treeko, Pawnaird are you okay?" Ash asks Pawnaird gets up it's a little winded from Treeko crashing into it but is overall fine, Treeko stands back up as well but when it does the grass gecko gets on one knee starting to pant shocking Ash as he speaks.
"That one Take Down did that much damage to Treeko?" Ash questions as Joe speaks.
"Say Ash have you ever heard of an ability called Sap Sipper?" Joe asks Ash looks at him.
"Sap Sipper? I think I remember Ritchie saying something about that when his Sceptile was battling that Hilbert's Bouffalant does this mean your Sliggoo has it?" Ash says Joe nods and speaks.
"You're right my Sliggoo has the ability Sap Sipper where it absorbs grass type moves and increases Sliggoo's attack power" Joe responds as Ash speaks.
"So that's why you had Sliggoo block the Bullet Seed and Energy Ball since you knew it wouldn't affect Sliggoo" Ash says with Joe nodding Ash smiles and speaks.
"Not bad Joe that was pretty smart of you but now that I know I won't fall for it again and I'm still going to win" Ash states with Treeko and Pawnaird nodding Joe smiles and speaks.
"We'll see about that Sliggoo use Ice Beam on Treeko and Drilbur use Hone Claws then Drill Run on Pawnaird!" Joe calls both mons roar Sliggoo quickly fires the icy beam while Drilbur increases both its attack and accuracy it becomes a drill and heads towards Pawnaird as both mons are about to hit their targets Ash makes a command.
"Treeko use Iron Tail to destroy the Ice Beam and Pawnaird dodge!" Ash calls Treeko quickly covers its tail in steel energy and collides with the ice beam easily destroying it and Pawnaird narrowly dodges Drilbur's attack by dodging to the left Joe then speaks.
"Drilbur use Dig!" Joe calls Drilbur quickly digs underground and immediately appears under Pawnaird sending it towards the sky while Drilbur goes after it as Ash speaks.
"Treeko stop Drilbur use Quick Attack then Mega Drain!" "Oh no you don't Sliggoo use Ice Beam!" "Dodge Treeko!" Both trainers call Treeko jumps in the air to go intercept Drilbur but Sliggoo quickly fires the icy beam forcing Treeko to dodge as the icy beam nicks its cheek Treeko lands back on the battlefield and stares at Sliggoo while the snail looks at the grass gecko and smiles Joe makes his next command.
"Now Drilbur use Drill Run on Pawnaird!" "Pawnaird counter with Brick Break!" Both trainers call Drilbur becomes a drill it's about to hit Pawnaird but Pawnaird's claw glows white and collides with Drilbur. The two-mons clash in the air as they begin to struggle back and forth Ash speaks.
"Pawnaird hit Drilbur with your free arm!" Drilbur Crush Claw!" Both trainers call as Pawnaird goes to hit Drilbur with its left claw the mole dodges by moving to the side then both of its claws glow red and hits Pawnaird on the head making Pawnaird fall towards the battlefield Ash then speaks.
"Treeko use Quick Attack to catch Pawnaird!" "Sliggoo Ice Beam!" Both trainers call Treeko quickly shoots to the side and catches its teammate when it does Sliggoo quickly fires the icy beam as its about to hit Treeko Ash makes a command.
"Energy Ball Treeko!" Ash calls Treeko quickly fires the ball of grass energy it collides with the ice beam causing an explosion both Treeko and Pawnaird roll back and stop below Ash's feet Ash looks at them and speaks.
"Are you two, okay?!" Ash asks both mons nod they struggle to stand up and pant Drilbur then lands down next to Sliggoo both mons are smiling while Treeko and Pawnaird glare at them Misty then speaks.
"I wasn't expecting Joe to give Ash this much trouble" Misty says as Leaf speaks.
"You're right it's like what Giselle said he really has gotten stronger" Leaf says with Giselle nodding as she speaks.
"Yes, he has improved but Ashy kins will still win Go! Ashy Kins!" Giselle cheers while waving the Go Ash flag around making everyone wonder where she pulled that out from Joe looks at her and thinks.
"Shouldn't she be cheering for me? Oh well" Joe thinks to himself he looks at Ash and speaks.
"So, what do you think of our battle so far Ash?" Joe asks Ash looks at him and speaks.
"I'll admit it Joe I wasn't expecting to have this much trouble, but this just shows how much stronger you've gotten and it's giving me and my Pokemon a great challenge" Ash responds Treeko and Pawnaird nod Joe nods too and speaks.
"That's great to hear but now it's time to end this Sliggoo Ice Beam on Treeko and Drilbur use Mud Shot on Pawnaird!" Joe calls Sliggoo fires the icy beam while Drilbur fires a ball of mud towards Pawnaird Ash makes a command.
"Pawnaird dodge the Mud Shot then use Metal Claw on Ice Beam and Treeko dodge the Ice bean then use Agility!" Ash calls both mons dodge the moves Pawnaird covers its claws in steel energy and begins to easily destroy the ice beam until it's in front of Sliggoo. Treeko increases its speed and runs until it's in front of Drilbur Ash smiles and makes his commands.
"Pawnaird use Iron Head and Treeko use Energy Ball!" Ash calls before Joe can make a command in time Pawnaird covers its head in steel energy and hits Sliggoo in the stomach making the snail cough in pain as it flies back. Treeko fires the Energy Ball in Drilbur's face doing super effective damage to the mole as it flies back as well until it and Sliggoo hit each other, both mons fall on the battlefield groaning in pain. They then look up they see Treeko and Pawnaird jumping towards them Ash makes a command.
"This is it Treeko use Bullet Seed on Drillbur and Pawnaird use Iron Head on Sliggoo!" Ash calls Treeko fires its seeds while Pawnaird covers its head in steel energy as both moves are about to hit their respective targets Joe smiles and makes his command.
"Drilbur use Metal Sound!" Joe calls shocking Ash as Drilbur gives a loud ear-piercing screech making both Treeko and Pawnaird stop forcing them cover their ears. When they do their special defense sharply lowers Sliggoo then opens its mouth as Joe speaks.
"Sliggoo Dragon Pulse!" "Treeko, Pawnaird dodge!" Both trainers call before Treeko and Pawnaird can dodge Sliggoo quickly fires the large blast of Dragon energy it consumes Treeko and Pawnaird the two mons cry out in pain as Ash yells.
"Treeko! Pawnaird!" Ash yells as there's an explosion a few seconds go by as the smoke clears everyone can see Treeko and Pawnaird lying down on their stomachs with no intention of standing back up Brock then makes the call.
"Treeko and Pawnaird are unable to battle Sliggoo and Drilbur are the winners, Ash has no more Pokemon left making Joe the victor!" Brock says shocking everyone Joe then speaks.
"I beat Ash? I BEAT ASH!" Joe gives a loud cheer as he along with his Pokemon jump high in the air when they land Sliggoo, Drilbur and Nuzleaf jump on Joe tackling him into the ground hugging him Joe laughs and speaks.
"You Sligoo and Drilbur you two were amazing thank you" Joe says with the two-mons nodding meanwhile everyone is still in disbelief that Joe defeated Ash Misty then speaks.
"I can't believe it Joe defeated Ash" Misty says with everyone nodding they then see Ash along with Pikachu, Charmeleon, Dratini and Ninetales walk over to Treeko and Pawnaird. Ash picks the two mons up they look at Ash and are sad that they lost Ash looks at them and speaks.
"Hey, it's okay you two fought well Joe's Pokemon were just the perfect counters against you and besides this lost will only allow us to continue to grow stronger as there's still room for improvement" Ash says smiling Pikachu, Charmeleon, Dratini and Ninetales agree Treeko and Pawnaird nod and have a look in their eyes that showcasing they'll continue to train Ash smiles and puts them back down. When he does Joe and his Pokemon walk over to Ash and speaks.
"That was a great battle Ash" Joe says smiling Ash looks at him smiles and speaks.
"Yeah, it was I wasn't expecting you to get so strong Joe, but this just shows that whenever we battle again whether it's at the league or somewhere else, I won't underestimate you and next time my Pokemon and I will be the winners" Ash states with his Pokemon nodding Joe smiles and speaks.
"Thanks, but I'm still the one that's going to win" Joe responds having a determined look in his eyes with Sliggoo, Drilbur and Nuzleaf having the same look Ash then speaks.
"We'll see" Ash responds looking at Joe the two boys stare at each other for a few more seconds until they and their Pokemon begin to laugh everyone that's watching them in the stands smile Leaf then speaks.
"Looks like me and Ash have another rival to watch out for" Leaf says with Misty and Brock nodding as Giselle speaks.
"Hey, don't forget about me I'm competing in the league too!" Giselle says while pouting the group look at her and nod after that they then walk over to Ash and Joe, they congratulate Joe on his win Ash then speaks.
"Man after a good battle I could go for something to eat I'm hungry" Ash says with his Pokemon agreeing shocking Misty.
"But we just had lunch an hour ago how are you already hungry?" Misty questions as Leaf speaks.
"Misty's right Ash how's that possible?" Leaf says but her stomach begins to growl too causing everyone to look at her Leaf looks away and chuckles in embarrassment Brock then speaks.
"Well, I think it's time for us to grab a snack we're at a festival after all let's have some fun" Brock says with the group nodding Vanessa then speaks.
"If you're looking for something to eat there's a food stand close to here that sells some good snacks for people and Pokemon I'm sure you'll enjoy" Vanessa says the group nods as Ash speaks.
"Okay everyone let's go have fun!" Ash cheers as does everyone else; they head out of the shop and begin walking around the festival. As they're walking around the festival grounds, they stop by a food stand getting many snacks. They also play many games which include shooting the ball in the hoop, a shooting game which Ash won getting Giselle a big Snorlax plushy making her happy, they also play a game that has people fish up water Pokemon which Misty easily won by reeling in a big Gyarados. The groups Pokemon are having a great time too they love eating a lot of snacks and playing many games making their trainers happy. They also go on a big roller coaster making them all happily scream but when they get off Ash and Leaf feel sick as they ate some food before getting on the ride causing the group to laugh. Golisopod and Venusaur wanted to go on the roller coaster too but were unable to as they're too big making both mons sad Dratini, Sobble, Golbat and the mother Kangaskan (The baby Kangaskan got to ride on the rollar coster with Brock holding it) stayed with them to keep them company.
2 hours later as the group is walking around something catches Misty's eye, she walks over to it and speaks.
"Hey, it looks like there's going to be a water show can we go to that next?" Misty asks the group think about it for a little bit and smile as Ash speaks.
"Sounds fun let's go" Ash says making Misty happy they all head in the direction of the water show when they make it, they purchase their tickets and take their seats Leaf's Maushold's are sharing a bowl of popcorn. As they wait for the show to begin, they look around and see many people and Pokemon Ash then speaks.
"I wonder what kind of water show its going to be" Ash says as Misty speaks.
"Hopefully it's something interesting if it were my sisters, they would probably do a show about some prince saving a princess in need" Misty says with the group nodding they then hear someone speak.
"Hello everyone welcome to our water show for this story you'll see a heroic prince trying to save a princess" The woman on the speaker says when she does Misty gets annoyed that it's a story about a prince saving a princess but doesn't mind since her sisters aren't here that's when the woman on the speaker continues to speak.
"Now let's introduce our guest who made the story give it up for the Cerulean City Sensational sisters Daisy and Lilly!" The woman on the speaker says as Daisy and Lilly appear on stage waving causing the crowd to give a loud cheer while the group are shocked as Misty yells.
"YOU'VE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!" Misty yells in annoyance Daisy and Lilly continue to wave until Daisy grabs the microphone and speaks.
"Like Hello people of Fuchsia City thank you for coming to see our show!" Daisy says as Lilly speaks.
"For our story you'll follow the amazing tale of the brave prince Finizen fighting his way through enemy's and gathering allies the save princess Popplio from the evil King Starmie." Lilly says as Daisy speaks.
"The show begins in 1 minute enjoy!" Daisy says as she and Lilly leave the stage everyone then see the clock counting down as Ash speaks.
"Whoa I wasn't expecting your sisters to appear Misty" Ash says as Brock speaks.
"Prince Finizen and Princess Popplio? You don't think those are your Pokemon do you?" Brock asks as Misty speaks.
"They most likely are and I'm going to go teach my sisters a lesson" Misty says as she's about to go the clock on the timer reaches zero as the show is about to begin Leaf then speaks.
"You should watch the show Misty, you might enjoy it" Leaf suggest Misty nods begrudgingly she sits down everyone turns to the stage as a big water tank appears then Lilly on the speaker begins to speak.
"Our story begins on a peaceful day in a place called Ocean Kingdom we see Prince Finizen from Ocean Kingdom and a Princess Popplio from Star Kingdom happily swimming around gathering seashells for their wedding. As they're gathering the shells suddenly the princess's father appears King Starmie, he tells his daughter that the wedding is called off as he doesn't see the prince worthy to marry her Popplio looks at her father and speaks.
"But father I love him" Princess Popplio says as the King speaks.
"Well too bad your love comes second for what I have planned" King Starmie responds as he goes to take his daughter away Prince Finizen speaks.
"Wait don't take her away!" Prince Finizen yells he goes to attack King Starmie but his comrade a Barraskewda appears knocking the prince away. But the brave prince doesn't give up, it goes to strike the skewer Pokemon again but is then hit in the chest Prince Finizen falls on the ground panting starting to lose consciousness the king then speaks.
"Look daughter if he can't defeat one of my knights to protect you then he won't be able to protect you from future dangers now all of you lay waste to this kingdom!" King Starmie commands as a horde of Arrokuda appear and start to destroy the kingdom by injuring the people. King Starmie laughs evilly while he forces Popplio to come along the seal tries her best to get away but can't the princess looks at Finizen and speaks.
"Finizen please save me!" Popplio calls Finizen looks at Popplio it tries reaching for her but ultimately becomes unconscious. The audience watching the show are focused on the play Misty's Sobble and Ash's Dratini are scared of king Starmie but Misty and Ash tell them it's okay it's and he's not real the two-mons nod they continue to watch as Lilly continues to speak.
"It's been 1 week since the fall of Finizen's kingdom during that time King Starmie and his army has laid waste to multiple kingdoms in the ocean stealing their money, food and weapons. We now go to a hospital room and see Finizen who is now awake next to him is a Pokemon called Marill who's a nurse the nurse looks at Finizen and speaks."
"Prince Finizen you're awake you're finally awake! I'll go get the doctor" Nurse Marill says going to get the doctor a few seconds go by as a Blastoise wearing a lab coat, glasses and holding a clipboard comes in he looks at Finizen and speaks.
"It's great to see that you're awake Prince Finizen" Dr. Blastoise says as Finizen speaks.
"How long have I been asleep?" Finizen asks, looking at the doctor as Dr. Blastoise speaks.
"It has been a week my prince since the fall of the kingdom during your slumber King Starmie and his army have been traveling to different kingdoms across the ocean easily destroying one after the other all so he can be the one true ruler of the ocean" Dr. Blastoise responds as Finizen speaks.
"What about Princess Popplio do we know her whereabouts and how she's doing?" Finizen asks as Dr. Blastoise speaks.
"It seems princess Popplio is still alive and is currently being held in King Starmie's castle" Dr. Blastoise responds Finizen nods, he gets up and begins to swim away as he's about to exit through the door Dr. Blastoise speaks.
"Wait if you go now, you'll surely be killed" Dr. Blastoise says Finizen looks at him and speaks.
"If I don't go know King Starmie will continue to lay waste to all kingdoms in the ocean, I won't stand for that I will not stay here and cower in fear while he's going around hurting innocents!" Finizen yells, having a determined look in his eyes Dr. Blastoise looks at him he sighs and speaks.
"Okay fine seeing as you're really insistent on stopping King Starmie, I won't stop you but before you go, I must give you something" Dr. Blastoise says after that they leave the hospital tent and go to an abandoned basement when they go inside, they see a glowing sword Dr. Blastoise picks it up and speaks.
"This sword once belonged to your late father he used it to slay the great Mega Gyarados and bring peace to the land it welds great power. Your father told me that one day you'll grow and have to defeat a great evil to save the ocean here please take this sword it will help in your travels" Dr. Blastoise says as Finizen speaks.
"Are you sure but what if something bad happens here won't you need to use the sword to protect yourselves?" Finizen asks as Dr. Blastoise speaks.
"Unfortunately, the sword's power only activates to the previous owner's blood relatives it won't work for me. Seeing as your father's blood courses through your veins you should be able to release its power and unlock an even greater power too" Dr. Blastoise responds Finizen nods he grabs the sword and holds it. When he does the sword begins to glow a bright white Finizen and Blastoise look on in awe as once the glowing stops Blastoise speaks.
"Tell me Prince Finizen how does it feel to weld the blade that was once your fathers?" Blastoise asks Finizen looks at him and speaks.
"It feels amazing I can feel all of the power/experience this sword has gone through with my father I also feel with this sword I can defeat King Starmie and rescue Princess Popplio" Finizen responds he puts the sword back in its sheath Dr. Blastoise nods as he speaks.
"Come now let's get you ready you've a long journey ahead of you" Dr. Blastoise says Finizen nods they both swim out of the basement and go to prepare.
10 minutes later Finizen is ready to set off he's wearing prince attire, a red cape and has his sword next to him. Before he leaves, he says goodbye to all of his friends and family they wish him luck on his journey Finizen tells them that he shall not fail and leaves. After that the play goes on the audience see Finizen travel to many different kingdoms, battling many enemies and making many friends. Finizen's friends consist of the cowardly Dewgong, the Brave Seahorse Horsea, the mighty serpent Gyarados and the beautiful mermaid (Daisy wearing a mermaid outfit) which made a lot of the men including Brock and Joe get hearts in their eyes, but Brock's Croagunk jabs both of them stunning them causing the gang to laugh. Finizen along with his teammates travel to many lands gathering many allies during these travels they experience victory, pain and betrayal.
The play continues for 2 hours until it finally reaches its climax as we've now entered the final battle. Prince Finizen and King Starmie have their armies ready King Starmie looks at Finizen and speaks.
"You've been a thorn in my side long enough you along with your allies shall perish attack!" King Starmie yells as his army of Arrowkuda and Barraskewda swim forward Finizen then speaks.
"Charge!" Finizen yells his army charges as well both armies collide and begin their battle. The battle is intense and both sides are losing warriors left and right Finizen along with Dewgong, Horsea, Gyarados and Daisy storm inside the castle. When they do they battle and defeat many opponents standing in their way they keep fighting until Finizen's friends tell him to go on ahead. Finizen thanks his friends he keeps going easily cutting down the Pokemon that stand in his way until he finally reaches the throne room. Finizen looks around he sees King Starmie with princess Popplio next to him he gets angry and speaks.
"Hand over princess Popplio!" Finizen says as King Starmie speaks.
"Not on your life Barraskewda kill him!" King Starmie commands as the Barraskewda that defeated Finizen appears again he charges at Finizen but Finizen isn't intimidated and easily cuts Barraskewda down defeating him surprising King Starmie Finizen then speaks.
"I'm not the same boy from a year ago I've grown and experienced many things in the past year now I'll say this again hand over lady Popplio or feel the wrath of my Blade!" Finizen says pointing his sword forward staring at King Starmie having a determined look in his eyes princess Popplio smiles King Starmie then speaks.
"Well, I'll admit you've certainly grown you're much different from the boy I defeated a year ago, but it doesn't matter as compared to me you're weak and I will not allow a weakling to marry my daughter!" King Starmie says as he pulls out two swords and a cage appears trapping princess Popplio shocking Finizen as he speaks.
"Popplio!" Finizen yells as he goes to her King Starmie throws a knife towards him Finizen dodges in time he looks at King Starmie as the Starfish speaks.
"As I told you I shall not allow a weakling to marry my daughter now die!" King Starmie states as he dashes forward Finizen speaks.
"Fine then I'll cut you down and rescue princess Popplio!" Finizen yells and dashes forward as well both Finizen and King Starmie clash with their swords and begin their battle.
1 hour later Finizen and King Starmie's battle is finally coming to a close both are beaten, battered and panting heavily they look at each other as King Starmie speaks.
"This is the end for you Finizen it's my victory IT'S TIME FOR YOU TO DIE!" King Starmie yells as he fires a big wave of energy towards Finizen Popplio looks on in horror and yells.
"FINIZEN!" Popplio yells as the beam is about to hit Finizen, Finizen begins to speak.
"This is it my final attack please sword grant me all the power you have so I can end this and save the princess" Finizen thinks to himself the sword glows resonating with Finizen's feelings it continues to glow until King Starmie's blast hits Finizen causing Popplio to yell.
"NOOOOOO!" Popplio yells in horror as King Starmie laughs.
"HAHAHAHAHA Just as I thought you are weak this is my victory, and the entire ocean is now mine!" King Starmie says he continues to laugh until Finizen speaks.
"You really think so huh?" Finizen says surprising King Starmie and Popplio as they look at the blast, they see Finizen appear and is glowing a bright blue he takes one swing with his sword and easily cancels out King Starmie's blast the starfish then speaks.
"No this cannot be HOW ARE YOU STILL ALIVE?!" King Starmie yells as Finizen speaks.
"Friendship" Finizen says shocking King Starmie as he speaks.
"Friendship? Don't be ridiculous there's no way the Power of Friendship can save you!" King Starmie yells as Finizen speaks.
"That's where you're wrong during this year I've experienced a lot meeting many people. There were some who tricked me, betrayed and did horrible things but I've also met many people who've become forever friends of mine and their hope for me to win this battle are flowing thru this sword and I'll end you in one strike" Finizen responds as King Starmie speaks.
"NONSENSE I'VE HEARD ENOUGH FROM YOU DIE!" King Starmie yells as he charges forward at Finizen going to cut him down Finizen closes his eyes, he takes a deep breath as King Starmie goes to slash Finizen the dolphin dodges he then opens his eyes and speaks.
"Here we go final strike OCEAN'S SLASH!" Finizen yells as his sword glows a bright blue and cuts not only King Starmie but the castle in half as well King Starmie looks at Finizen and speaks.
"You are worthy" King Starmie says as he passes away, when he does his army stops fighting and Popplio is freed from her cage as she begins to fall Finizen quickly catches her Popplio looks at Finizen and speaks.
"FINIZEN!" Popplio says with tears in her eyes hugging Finizen the dolphin hugs her back while also having tears in his eyes after the embrace is over Dewgong, Horsea, Gyarados and Daisy reach the throne room they congratulate Finizen on defeating King Starmie and saving the Princess. The dolphin looks at them and smiles he then walks at the edge of the castle he looks down and sees both armies they all look at him as he speaks.
"King Starmie is no more from now on I will take his place as king and together let's make the ocean an amazing place for all of us to live in!" Finizen says as both armies give a loud cheer Lilly then speaks.
"After that for the next year King Finizen along with everyone in the ocean help restore the ocean to the way it was before when that is over we now go to a wedding ceremony with Finizen and Popplio getting married" Lilly says as the audience looks on as they see Finizen in a tux and Popplio in a wedding dress Misty, Giselle and Leaf find them cute in their outfits as the officiary Dr. Blastoise begins to speak.
"Here we've King Finizen and Princess Popplio if both Pokemon have their vows ready please speak" Officiary Blastoise says as the two mons look at each other Finizen then speaks.
"Popplio ever since we were kids, I've always known from the bottom of my heart that I loved you and I hope we can continue to swim the oceans together" Finizen says as Popplio speaks.
"Finizen I've always loved you as well you may be clumsy, a goof ball and forgetful at times but you're also a kind/ loving Pokemon and I love that about you so I would love to continue to swim the oceans with you too" Popplio says making Finizen happy Officiary Blastoise then speaks.
"Ring bearer please bring the rings" Officiary Blastoise says as Horsea swims over giving both mons the rings. Finizen puts Popplio's ring on her flipper while Popplio puts Finizen's ring on his fin Officiary Blastoise then speaks.
"Now before I give my final announcement does anyone have any objections?" Officiary Blastoise asks but no one says anything Blastoise then speaks.
"Then I now pronounce King Finizen and Queen Popplio as husband and wife you may now kiss the bride" Officiary Blastoise says everyone sees Finizen and Popplio kiss shocking everyone as the audience gives a loud cheer Lilly then speaks.
"After the wedding King Finizen and Queen Popplio ruled over the ocean making it peaceful for everyone that lives there, they all continued to live peaceful lives, the end" Lilly says as when she does the audience give a loud cheer so do the group and their Pokemon the woman on the speaker then speaks.
"Let's give it up for our wonderful cast!" The woman says as everyone sees all the actors on stage they bow as everyone claps for them. A few minutes later everyone begins to leave the area before Ash's group leaves Misty quickly heads in the direction of the room Lilly and Daisy are staying in, she burst the door open shocking her sisters Misty looks at them and yells.
"WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?!" Misty yells in anger Daisy and Lilly look at Misty they smile and speak.
"Oh, hello Misty you're here too? Did you enjoy the show?" They both say smiling eagerly waiting for a response Misty then speaks.
"I'll admit the show was good, but I didn't give you permission to have my Pokemon kiss!" Misty yells as Daisy and Lilly speak.
"Aw that like so makes us happy that you enjoyed the show" Daisy and Lilly say happily and high five each other making Misty mad before she continues to say anything Lilly speaks.
"Before you continue Misty you should know that Finizen and Popplio were okay with kissing if you don't believe us ask them yourself" Lilly says as the two mons appear along with Starmie, Dewgong and Horsea they happily all go to Misty and the rest of her Pokemon reuniting Misty looks at Finizen and Popplio and speaks.
"Is Lilly right were you two okay with kissing each other?" Misty asks both mons happily nod as Daisy walks over to her and speaks.
"As you can see your Pokemon were perfectly okay with it we wouldn't forcefully make your Pokemon kiss each other if they weren't okay with it" Daisy says Misty nods in agreement as Lilly walks up to her and speaks.
"Besides don't you have a special someone you want to kiss too?" Lilly asks while having a smug look on her face Misty's face becomes red as she speaks.
"I.. I.. Don't know who you are talking about" Misty says as she looks away Daisy smiles and speaks.
"Aw don't be shy sis Violet told us all about the boy you like" Daisy says as Lilly speaks.
"Yeah, you're here with him, right? That Ash kid I'll give you some advice when the fireworks go off you should kiss him on the lips it's the perfect opportunity" Lilly says with Daisy nodding Misty's face becomes redder as she speaks.
"You two are being ridiculous" Misty responds as Daisy speaks.
"Come on Misty don't be like that this is your opportunity you don't want to miss it" Daisy says with Lilly nodding as Misty looks at them Ash opens the door; he looks at Misty and speaks.
"Hey Misty, are you done yet? we're leaving soon" Ash says shocking Misty as she turns to him Lilly and Daisy smile, they look at Ash and speak.
"Hey Ash make sure you take good care of our sister tonight" Lilly and Daisy say jokingly Ash and Pikachu look at them confused Misty's face becomes redder as she yells.
"SHUT UP!" Misty yells as she quickly heads out the door pulling Ash by the collar the Pokemon she has on hand with her quickly run after her Lilly then speaks.
"Sigh she really can't be honest with herself now, can she?" Lilly says as Daisy speaks.
"Well, I can't blame her it does run in the family she'll tell him when its time" Daisy responds Lilly nods the two then go to prepare for their next show. Meanwhile, Misty's still running away while holding Ash (with Pikachu holding on tightly) when Misty reaches everyone else, she stops as she and Ash begin to pant Ash looks at her and speaks.
"Geez what was that for Misty? you almost pulled my head off" Ash asks as Misty speaks.
"I don't want to talk about it" Misty responds as everyone looks at her confused and begin to wonder what happened while she was talking to her sisters.
20 minutes later as the group is walking around still enjoying their time at the festival while they're walking something catches Brock's eye, he sees a bunch of people at a stand the group look too Ash looks at Brock and speaks.
"Does that place interest you Brock?" Ash asks as Brock speaks.
"Yeah, I'm not sure why but I feel as though I should go walk over there" Brock responds as Leaf speaks.
"Cool then let's go over there I'm interested in seeing what it is" Leaf says with the group nodding as they're walking, they see a crowd of people looking at something, but they can't see anything as they go to a better spot Ash's, Misty's and Brock's eyes widen seeing two familiar faces the 3 of them yell.
"IT'S SUZIE AND DUPLICA!" The 3 yell in shock Ash's Ninetales and Brock's Vulpix are shocked too Leaf looks at them and speaks.
"Wait that's Suzie and Duplica the ones who gave you and Brock Ninetales and Vulpix?" Leaf asks with Ash, Misty and Brock nodding Misty then speaks.
"I wasn't expecting to see them here to" Misty says as Ash speaks.
"Me neither from what I can see it looks like they and a few other people are giving Pokemon massages" Ash says as they then hear a voice.
"Attention everyone the Pokemon Breeders will now be taking their leave" The man on the speaker says everyone then see Suzie, Duplica and the other Pokemon breeders beginning to walk away as do the crowd walks away too. Brock then stands up he quickly runs down shocking the group as they quickly go after him.
As Suzie and Duplica are walking away they hear a familiar voice.
"SUZIE!" Brock's voice echoes the 2 girls turn to their left and get smiles on their faces when they see Brock when Brock makes it to them, he stops and begins to pant the two girls look at him as Suzie speaks.
"Hello Brock, it's great to see you again" Suzie says Brock instantly stops panting he looks at Suzie in the eyes and speaks.
"Yes, it's great to see you too" Brock responds before they can continue to talk Ash and the others make it as well Suzie and Duplica look at them and speak.
"You're here too it's nice to see you again" Both girls say Ash and Misty nod Leaf, Giselle and Joe introduce themselves as Suzie and Duplica greet them Suzie looks at Brock and Ash and speaks.
"How are the two Vulpix's we gave you" Suzie asks as Brock speaks.
"My Vulpix is doing fine see" Brock says as he goes to pick up Vulpix the red fox immediately jumps into Suzie's arms happy to see its old trainer again Suzie looks at Vulpix and speaks.
"Vulpix I'm happy to see you again too it looks like you're doing well" Suzie says as Vulpix gives a happy "Ko" Duplica looks at Ash's Ninetales she looks to Ash and speaks.
"Ash this Ninetales is it?" Duplica asks as Ash speaks.
"Yes, that Ninetales is my Alolan Vulpix it evolved" Ash responds Duplica and Suzie smile they go to the ice fox and hug it happy that it evolved Ninetales then tackles both girls to the ground and begins to happily lick their faces making them laugh. A few seconds later Suzie and Duplica stand back up Misty looks at them and speaks.
"Oh, we almost forgot to ask is the reason you guys are here is to help give massages to trainers Pokemon?" Misty asks as Suzie speaks.
"Why yes the festival staff reached out to not only us but other Pokemon Breeders to give the Pokemon massages" Suzie responds as Duplica speaks.
"If you want, we can show you how to give your Pokemon massages too and afterwards we can relax in a spa" Duplica suggests the group nod in agreement they go to a nearby building where Suzie and Duplica begin teaching them how to massage their Pokemon.
Suzie and Duplica tell the group that each Pokemon have different points in their bodies where they feel good like massaging their back, stomach or cheeks. During the training Misty, Leaf, Giselle and Joe are doing great while Ash is having some trouble when he accidentally pushes down on a bad spot-on Pikachu's back making the yellow mouse shock him. Duplica tells Ash to try massaging Pikachu's cheeks the boy nods and does just that making Pikachu feel a lot more comfortable Ash begins to successfully give massages to his other Pokemon too. But of course, the best out of everyone is Brock since his goal is to be a Pokemon breeder he knows the perfect spots for where his Pokemon feel good Suzie and Duplica are amazed at Brocks skills (especially Suzie). After that the group spend some time in a spa relaxing, letting their muscles rest with the boys in one bath and the girls in another.
1 hour later the group feel refreshed as they're about to go Brock looks at Suzie nervously and speaks.
"Um Suzie when it's time to watch the fireworks will you watch them with me?" Brock asks nervously everyone is shocked that Brock asked Suzie looks at Brock she gets a small blush on her face she smiles takes Brock's hand and speaks.
"Yes, I would love it" Suzie says smiling Brock looks at Suzie the moment he gazes at her beautiful face after saying yes Brock's heart immediately appears out of his stomach he turns to stone and faints falling on the ground Suzie looks at Brock and speaks.
"Brock are you okay?" Suzie asks, worriedly, Ash tells her that he's fine everyone then see Croagunk drag the petrified Brock somewhere else. After that the group say goodbye to Suzie and Duplica saying they'll meet them again when the fireworks begin in 2 hours. When they leave, the group continue to enjoy their time in the festival still playing many games, Ash and Leaf find two Beedrill mask they put them on and spook Misty making the red head, Vaporeon and Sobble scream they hide behind Golisopod for protection making the bug samurai confused while everyone else laughs. The also go to a place to where they can dance Giselle immediately took Ash to the dance floor and started dancing with him. But Giselle learned that Ash isn't a good dancer, so she had to teach him the others had fun dancing too but off to the side were Charmeleon, Treeko and Croagunk. The 3 mons weren't interested in dancing but Brock walks over requesting Croagunk to dance with the frog nodding, Dratini comes over to Charmeleon asking it to dance with the fire lizard nodding shocking Treeko as he was left alone. While Treeko was watching everyone dance its foot started tapping to the beat shocking the grass gecko, Treeko tries to fight it but eventually gives in as he joins the others and begins to dance too.
One hour and 30 minutes later as they continue to walk around Ash sees a familiar face, he looks at him and speaks.
"Is that Samurai?" Ash questions the group look at where Ash's looking Leaf then speaks.
"It is! Hello Samurai!" Leaf yells catching the boy's attention he looks over getting a smile on his face he walks over to the group and speaks.
"Ash, Misty and Lady Leaf it's been so long" Samurai says with the group nodding Brock Giselle and Joe introduce themselves to Samurai as well the boy also greets them Ash then speaks.
"Seeing as you're here have you started your training with Koga the Fuchsia gym leader?" Ash asks Samurai nods and speaks.
"Why yes I came to Fuchsia City 3 weeks after I met you and I've been training with master Koga since then" Samurai responds as Leaf speaks.
"Wait if that's true how come when I battled the gym, I didn't see you there?" Leaf asks as Samurai speaks.
"Oh, me and another apprentice of master Koga were training together somewhere else" Samurai responds the group nod Ash then speaks.
"Hey Samurai, do you happen to know where Koga is? I'd like to request a gym battle with him tomorrow" Ash asks Samurai nods and speaks.
"Why yes, I do follow me he's over this way" Samurai responds as he begins walking the group follow him, they walk for a few minutes until they reach a stand, they see a young boy and girl around Ash's age and a man with them they're currently playing a game which involves throwing shuriken at balloons. The group see that the girl has one balloon left while the boy and the man have two balloons left the girl smiles and speaks.
"Ha victory is mine!" The girl says as she throws her shuriken the man speaks.
"Sorry Janine I don't think so" The man says he quickly throws two shuriken's and pops his last two balloons winning the game shocking the girl she looks at the man and speaks.
"Hey, no fair you can't throw 2 shuriken's at once!" Janine says while pouting the man looks at her and speaks.
"It was never stated that we couldn't throw 2 shuriken's at once" The man responds making Janine annoyed the boy that's with them puts a hand on her shoulder and speaks.
"It's okay Janine your father just outsmarted us besides you already beat him in that Wack A Diglett game earlier, and this loss will help make you improve" The boy says Janine looks at him and speaks.
"Yeah, I guess you're right Sanpei" Janine says with Sanpei smiling the group get shocked looks on their faces when they hear that name Sanpei, Janine and the man notice the group they look at them as the man speaks.
"Samurai do you've guess with you?" The man asks Samurai nods and speaks.
"Why yes master Koga my friend Ash here wants to request a battle with you" Samurai says Koga, Janine and Sanpei look at the boy they get smiles on their faces and walk over to the group Koga looks at Ash and speaks.
"Ah Yes, I remember you now you won the SS. Anne Tournament and I also see some familiar faces that've already challenged me (talking about Leaf, Giselle and Joe)" Koga says Ash nods as Janine speaks.
"Hello, my names Janine it's nice to meet you your final battle against Ritchie was so amazing I absolutely loved how skilled you are would you like to be my boyfriend?" Janine asks, shocking the group Giselle and Misty get flustered Janine then laughs.
"Hahahahaha just kidding" Janine says while laughing making the group sigh in relief Koga then gently chops her on the head telling her not to do that again Janine nods Sanpei looks at Ash and speaks.
"Hello Ash, you might remember me from the SS. Anne Tournament" Sanpei says Ash nods and speaks.
"Yeah, your battle with Ritchie was great too so you're also training with Koga?" Ash asks with Sanpei nodding as he speaks.
"Yes, after the SS. Anne Tournament I wanted to stay here to train more so I decided to come train at the Fuchsia gym to hone my skills as not only a ninja but a trainer too, so I became another apprentice of Master Koga" Sanpei responds the group nod Leaf looks at Samurai and speaks.
"So, the trainer you were training with was Sanpei?" Leaf asks Samurai nods and speaks.
"Yes, Sanpei has proven to be a great rival for me helping me grow stronger" Samurai responds Leaf nods Koga looks at Ash and speaks.
"Now then going back to our original topic you say you'd like to request a gym battle with me?" Koga asks Ash looks at him and speaks.
"Yes, my Pokemon and I have been training really hard and feel we're ready to face you in battle" Ash responds his Pokemon nod Koga looks at Ash and his Pokemon he can see the fire in their eyes Koga smiles and speaks.
"Very well Ash I'll accept your challenge" Koga responds making Ash and his Pokemon happy as Koga continues to speak.
"But before you face me, you'll have to get through my 3 apprentices here" Koga says shocking Ash as he speaks.
"You want me to battle Samurai, Sanpei and Janine?" Ash asks Koga nods and speaks.
"Yes, I can already see how strong of a trainer you are, but I also want you to face my 3 apprentices as battling you will be great training for them" Koga responds Janine, Samurai and Sanpei nod feeling the same Ash smiles and speaks.
"Sounds good to me I want to see how strong they are too, and I've also captured new Pokemon so this will be great experience for them" Ash responds with his Pokemon nodding Koga and his apprentices smile as Koga speaks.
"I'm happy you accepted now as for the battles themselves when facing Janine, Samurai and Sanpei it'll be in a 5v5 battle format both trainers are allowed to substitute their Pokemon also for you the challenger you can switch out your teams for each battle. Now to get to me you'll have to defeat all three trainers if you do defeat them getting the chance to challenge me our battle shall be a 6v6 full battle and only you the challenger will be allowed to substitute are you fine with these rules?" Koga asks looking at the boy Ash looks at him he smiles and speaks.
"Of Course, and I'm going to win!" Ash states his Pokemon roar in agreement Koga, Janine, Samurai and Sanpei smile Koga then speaks.
"Good I look forward to watching your battles and challenging me tomorrow your first opponent will be up against my daughter Janine now then let's be off its almost time for the new year and the viewing of the fireworks it'll begin in 10 minutes." Koga says the group nod they then leave the area they're in going to where the fireworks will take place.
5 minutes later they made it to the area where they can see the fireworks, they're in a large grass field in front of them everyone sees a lake in the middle of it is a boat that most likely contains the fireworks the show begins in 5 minutes the group put down a blanket to sit down while they wait for the fireworks to begin Giselle grabs Ash's arm and speaks.
"This is going to be great Ashy Kins you and me viewing the fireworks together how romantic" Giselle says while putting her head on Ash's shoulder Ash looks at her and speaks.
"Yeah, I guess" Ash responds looking at the lake waiting for the fireworks to start Misty looks at them Leaf then appears behind Misty and speaks.
"This is your chance Misty" Leaf says shocking Misty making the girl blush she looks at Leaf and speaks.
"What do you mean?" Misty asks as Leaf speaks.
"You know what I mean if you don't experience the fireworks alongside Ash, he'll never learn that you have feelings for him and learn about his feelings for you" Leaf responds as Misty speaks.
"His feelings for me? Ash has feelings for me?" Misty asks as Leaf speaks.
"Of course, he does didn't you see how he looked at you when he saw you in your kimono, he definitely has feelings for you he himself may not know it yet, but I can feel it" Leaf says Misty looks at her and speaks.
"How are you able to tell?" Misty asks Leaf looks at Misty and speaks.
"It's like me and Ash have told you before we're like twins so we can sometimes feel what the other is feeling I call it our twin power" Leaf responds proudly Misty nods she finds the name ridiculous but ignores it Misty then speaks.
"But how will I even get close to Ash? Giselle isn't going to let go of him" Misty asks Leaf then speaks.
"Ah yes that….. I don't know" Leaf says shocking Misty as she speaks.
"What do you mean you don't know?!" Misty asks as Leaf speaks.
"Don't worry it'll all workout just leave it to chance" Leaf responds smiling while doing a thumbs up making Misty annoyed, they then hear a voice.
"Um Hello Brock" the voice says everyone looks behind them they see Suzie and Duplica both are wearing kimono's Duplica is wearing a light blue one along with her Ditto while Suzie is wearing a Kimono similar to Brock's while having her hair tied everyone looks at them and are in awe by Suzie's beauty Suzie walks over to Brock and speaks.
"Um how do I look?" Suzie asks having a slight blush as Brock looks at Suzie, he doesn't have any words that's when Croagunk appears and jabs Brock making him yell in pain breaking him out of his shock Brock looks at Croagunk in anger while the frog looks away before Brock can say anything to him Suzie speaks.
"Are you okay Brock?" Suzie asks Brock looks at her again he smiles and speaks.
"Yeah, I'm fine Croagunk just helped me break out of my thoughts" Brock responds Suzie nods as Brock continues to speak.
"Now as for your question, Suzie you look beautiful" Brock says smiling making Suzie happy she looks at Brock and speaks.
"Thank you" Suzie says smiling Giselle and everyone else walk over and begin to comment on how beautiful Suzie is Ash is about to walk over to, but he sees Misty sitting all by herself he looks at Pikachu and speaks.
"Hey Pikachu, I'm going to go check in on Misty" Ash says Pikachu nods Ash begins to walk over to Misty when he reaches her, he speaks.
"Mind if I sit down?" Ash asks Misty looks at him and nods allowing Ash to sit next to her the two sit in silence for a little while until Ash speaks.
"You know Misty I don't think I ever thanked you" Ash says making Misty confused she looks at him and speaks.
"Thank me for what?" Misty asks as Ash speaks.
"What I mean is you were the first person I met when I started my journey our relationship started a bit rocky when I stole your bike and destroyed it but after that we became friends, so I just wanted to say thank you for being the very first friend I made on my journey" Ash says smiling Misty blushes smiling too she then speaks.
"Now that I think about it you still owe me a new bike" Misty says in a mocking tone shocking Ash making Misty laugh at his shocked face she looks at him and speaks.
"I'm just kidding it's always fun to mess with you hehehehe" Misty says as Ash blushes in embarrassment Misty stops laughing and speaks.
"Ash there's something I want to tell you" Misty says making Ash curious he looks at Misty as she speaks.
"Ash I-"Before Misty could finish Leaf yells.
"The countdown is happening!" Leaf yells catching Ash and Misty's attention everyone looks forward seeing the clock counting down from 10 seconds when it reaches 5 everyone speaks.
"In 5…. 4…. 3…. 2…. 1…. 0 HAPPY NEW YEAR!" Everyone cheers as the fireworks start, they fly in the air and explode, they see images of multiple Pokemon everyone is in awe Ash then looks at Misty and speaks.
"So, Misty what did you want to tell me?" Ash asks Misty looks at him she hesitates for a little bit she smiles and speaks.
"Ash I'm happy that you're the first friend I made on my journey too" Misty says smiling Ash looks at Misty he smiles/nods and speaks.
"That's great to hear let's promise to always be together from this year and onwards!" Ash says happily Misty blushes she smiles and speaks.
"Sounds good to me Happy New Year Ash" Misty says Ash looks to her and speaks.
"Happy New Year Misty" Ash responds the two stare into the others eyes for a little bit until they look back towards the fireworks as they are watching unbeknownst to both of them, they grab each other's hands. Leaf, Brock and Pikachu look at them and smile meanwhile hidden in the bushes nearby Misty's sisters Daisy and Lilly are secretly taking pictures of Ash and Misty holding hands, they're happy for their sister. Giselle then remembers that she was supposed to be watching the fireworks along with Ash as she turns to look at him, she sees Ash and Misty holding hands. Giselle gets a shocked look on her face she's jealous/sad that Misty is taking her spot but Giselle smiles as she knows that Ash has made his choice and she'll have to live with it. Giselle turns back to the fireworks with tears falling from her eyes Joe then grabs her hand while Giselle's mom puts a hand on her shoulder comforting her Giselle looks at them and smiles, she wipes her tears away as she and everyone else continue to enjoy viewing the fireworks.
As the fireworks keep going it's also being televised so that many people throughout the Kanto region can watch. In Pallet Town we see Delia, Sabrina, Daisy, Rose, Oak along with Ash's and Leaf's Pokemon they're having a new year's party at the lab. We then go to Cinnabar Island where we see Gary with his cheerleaders celebrating in a Pokemon Center, Paul is in the center too but doesn't care as he goes to bed. We see many other characters throughout the Kanto region celebrating like Ritchie, AJ, Seymour, the gym leaders, Blue along with Bruno, Agatha, Lorelei and Goodshow. Jessie, James and Meowth are watching the TV too the manager decided to hold a New Years Party allowing the rocket trio to join making them happy. Somewhere in the Galar region even though he isn't there Red alongside his Pokemon are celebrating the new year as well as many other people in different regions celebrating excited for what the new year holds. We then go to Team Rocket headquarters we see Giovanni alongside his executives, Matori, Prof. Nanba, Butch and Cassidy they're celebrating the new year too but in their own way Giovanni has an evil smile on his face he raises his wine glass and speaks.
"This year belongs to Team Rocket" Giovanni says everyone else in the room nod as they toast and drink their wine. We now cut back to the group the fireworks have stopped everyone then hear a voice.
"Thank you all for enjoying the firework show and the Fuchsia City festival you may now leave let's all have a happy New Year!" The voice says everyone nod and begin to leave Ash and Misty's hands come apart neither of them knows that they unintentionally held hands they just look at each other and smile as they and everyone else leave the festival grounds some people heading to their homes while the group go to the Pokemon Center to rest.
It's now the next day everyone feels refreshed after having a good time at the festival Ash is also excited to finally have his gym battle today but before he does that, he, Misty, Brock and Leaf are saying goodbye to Giselle, Joe, Suzie and Duplica Suzie looks at the group and speaks.
"It was great seeing all of you again we had a great time at the festival" Suzie says with Duplica and Ditto nodding Brock then speaks.
"Do you have to go soon? We just got reunited and I'm sure Vulpix and Ash's Ninetales would like to spend more time with you" Brock says Suzie looks at him and speaks.
"Unfortunately, yes as much as we want to stay a Pokemon breeders work is never done also me along with Duplica were happy to see Vulpix and Ninetales again I can tell by just looking at them that they've both grown and have made friends with your other Pokemon" Suzie responds Vulpix and Ninetales happily nod as Ash speaks.
"So where are you guys going next?" Ash asks as Duplica speaks.
"We're heading to the Johto region next we're going to give Pokemon massages and I'm going to entertain the locals with my comedy act" Duplica responds as she quickly puts on similar clothes to Ash shocking everyone especially Giselle as she faints at the site of two Ash's causing everyone to laugh. Suzie and Duplica then say their goodbyes, they get on a boat that'll take them to the Johto region the group wave goodbye until they're out of view when they're gone it's now time for Giselle and Joe to say their goodbyes too Ash looks at them and speaks.
"So, you guys are heading out too?" Ash asks both Giselle and Joe nod Joe then speaks.
"Yeah, we're heading to Saffron City next to get our 6th badges when we get those we'll head to Cinnabar Island" Joe responds the group nod as Ash speaks.
"Good luck in your battle in the Saffron City gym it's currently being run by a girl named Anabel I don't know much about her other than she's Sabrina's top pupil I'm sure she'll give you a challenge" Ash says Giselle and Joe nod as Joe speaks.
"Hey Ash, the next time we see each other again will be at the league I'll not only defeat you again, but I'll also beat Leaf, Gary, Ritchie as well as anyone else who stands in my way and win the whole thing" Joe states having confidence in his voice everyone's surprised by Joe's confidence Ash looks at Joe he smiles and speaks.
"You may've defeated me yesterday, Joe, but my Pokemon and I are going to keep training become much, much stronger we'll defeat you along with everyone else and win the Indigo League!" Ash responds back as his Pokemon roar in agreement Joe smiles Leaf walks over to them and speaks.
"You two are getting way ahead of yourselves there's no way you're going to defeat me and my Pokemon we'll keep training too and we'll be the ones who become the champion!" Leaf states raising her fist in the air behind her, her Pokemon roar in agreement Ash and Joe look at her and nod Giselle then runs forward and gives Ash a hug.
"I'm going to miss you Ashy Kins!" Giselle says with tears in her eyes Ash looks at her while Misty rolls her eyes Giselle notices, she quickly heads towards Misty looking at her Giselle then whispers in her ear.
"You've won this round but I'm the one who's going to win in the end" Giselle says making Misty blush before Misty can respond Giselle quickly grabs Joe's arm pulling him away, she looks at everyone and speaks.
"Goodbye everyone let's meet again and Ashy Kins here's a kiss" Giselle says as she blows a kiss towards Ash which hits his cheek surprising everyone Giselle smiles as she runs forward while pulling Joe heading out of Fuchsia City going towards Saffron City the group look at them as Leaf speaks.
"And they're gone" Leaf says as Brock speaks.
"It was great to see them again" Brock says as Misty speaks.
"More like a headache if you ask me" Misty says Brock looks to Ash and speaks.
"So, Ash are you finally ready for your battle against Janine?" Brock asks Ash looks at him and speaks.
"Yeah, I'm ready but before we go, I want to call Prof. Oak I want to change out my Pokemon" Ash says with the group nodding they all head inside the Pokemon Center and go to a video phone, the phone rings a few times until Prof. Oak answers when he sees Ash he smiles and speaks.
"Why hello Ash what can I help you with today?" The old man asks as Ash speaks.
"Hello Prof. Oak, I'd like to change out my Pokemon please" Ash responds the old man nods and speaks.
"Okay Ash who do you want to switch out for?" The old man asks as Ash speaks.
"Hmmmm let's see I'll keep Pikachu and Charmeleon and switch out my other 4 Pokemon the Pokemon I want now are" Ash begins to tell the old man who he wants to switch out for as the chapter ends.
Thank you for reading if you've made it this far. We finally made it to the Fuchsia City festival tell me how did you guys like it were you surprised that Ash lost to Joe? How did you feel about the interactions between the characters? Were you surprised to see Daisy, Lilly, Suzie, Duplica, Samurai and Sanpei again?
It looks as though Ash and Misty are getting much closer too when it comes to their relationship Misty's feelings for Ash have grown much stronger than before while Ash's feelings for Misty are starting to grow as well.
Next chapter will come out next week it'll focus on Ash's battle with Janine, I hope you all look forward to it and what are the 4 Pokemon do you think Ash requested? Well, you'll find out next week.
Next time Chapter 37: Fuchsia Gym trainer battle 1 vs Janine
See you all next time!
