A/N: Here is Chapter 4!

Chapter 4: The First Step

"So, the Champion of Paldea…," Minh started to say as the rangers headed back into the house that they settled at, "So, are you like, the strongest of all trainers or something?"

Geeta giggled a little as she turned to the rangers. She grinned as she looked at Minh, "Eager to learn, aren't you? Well, in the Pokémon World, we have certain leagues called Pokémon Leagues. Each region has a set number of badges or trials. When trainers collect them or complete trials, they are eligible to become Pokémon Champions by beating the Elite Four."

Zack raised an eyebrow, "Wait a minute… so Pokémon Trainers have the ability to catch Pokémon, use them in battle, all to see who the better trainer is?"

"Yes… it's also a way for your Pokémon to get stronger too," said Geeta, grinning as she was pointing to the four Pokémon. Pawmi looked up as it turned to Aisha, worried. The others were also kind of worried as Geeta knelt down, "Based on my predicament, these Pokémon are just babies aren't they, Director?"

Clevell nodded, shrugging, "Yes, Geeta. These Pokémon were what Team Rainbow Rocket was after."

"Ah, because they are one of a kind. The three starters of Paldea," said Geeta, looking at the rangers, "And I see that each one likes you… but your Quaxly though."

Billy turned around as he noticed the Quaxly, shivering in fear. Billy nodded his head as he went to pick him up. Quaxly squirmed a little as Geeta nodded, "He was just born wasn't he?"

"Yeah, he was just released from a Pokémon Egg a week ago. He's probably the youngest of the three starters," said Clevell.

Billy sighed as he looked at Quaxly, "Interesting. So, Pokémon come from eggs? Very curious."

Geeta nodded as she looked at Billy, "Yes. I am sure that can be explained in due time."

Kat stepped forward as she walked toward Geeta. Geeta looked up as Kat went to ask a question, "So, Geeta, what do we next? If these Pokémon were able to get stronger, I would rather have Spirgatito in tip-top shape to face Team Rainbow Rocket."

"I agree," said Rocky.

"Same," Aisha responded, turning to Pawmi, "Pawmi did a good job weakening Sharpizard, but if it's going to be tough, they will need to be stronger."

Adam turned around as he raised his eyebrow, "We also need Pokémon too in order to face them."

Zack looked at Adam. He was right, knowing that the four rangers had Pokémon, and the others did not, this was going to be an epic battle for the ages. Zack nodded slowly as he crossed his arms, knowing that this needed to be done. Minh was already excited and just wanted one. Geeta grinned as she turned around, "Well, I think it's safe to say that I am sure we can figure out for something for you. But, I don't think here would be a good place."

"Where can we go?" asked Billy, looking at the windows. The sky was already dark and to head anywhere else right now would not be a good idea. Geeta grinned as she looked at the rangers. She stretched her hand, "May I have your phone?"

Billy nodded as he grabbed the smartphone that was in his pocket. As Geeta pressed the button, Alpha's face booted up on the screen, "Yes? Who are you?!"

"My name is Geeta. I am helping out your friends here, can I please open your map app?"

Alpha nodded as his face disappeared. Immediately, the map of Paldea showed up. The rangers were amazed at how huge the region was, despite the various provinces and locations. Immediately, Geeta pressed a red button on the phone, showing the next location, "Meet me here in the morning, there's a city up north called Mesagoza. It is home to Uvaranja Academy, a Pokémon Academy for trainers."

"Wait, Pokémon School?" asked Minh, looking at the others, "I am here on a mission, not to go to school."

"Relax, Minh. If we want to take down these bozos then we are going to have to learn how to battle," said Zack, "Think of it as… a new style of training."

Minh sighed as she turned around, looking at Geeta. Geeta grinned as she turned to Zack, "That's an excellent approach. I will see you in the morning."

She turned around as she headed toward the exit. As she closed the door behind her, Clevell turned around as he looked at them, "Well, rangers… I was able to secure this place for you to rest. It's a rest house for traveling trainers. Feel free to take any room. I will see you in the morning."

The rangers nodded as Clevell responded back, "Oh and feel free to use the toiletries and whatever you need. This is a rest house sponsored by Uvaranja Academy. Have a great night!"

As the doors closed, the rangers turned to Billy as he shrugged, "Well, guys… we got to get some rest."

"Easy for you to say," said Aisha, looking at Billy. Billy nodded slowly as he headed up the stairs. The rangers all went to different locations. Their first night has been a rough start and who knows what more will happen along the way. For them, it was just another roadblock.

Meanwhile…

"Are you kidding me?" asked Robo-Zedd, standing up from his chair. He stabbed his staff into the ground as the Z-Putties quivered in fear, "You guys got beat by them? They have no powers!"

Sharpizard gulped as he turned to Robo-Zedd, scared for his life as he went to walk away. Robo-Zedd grabbed his staff, releasing a white bolt of energy. Sharpizard yelled in pain as he turned around, freaking out, "Don't run away from me!"

"Sorry boss," said Sharpizard, gulping, "But, they used their Pokémon on me and the Rocket Grunts."

"You mean those three starters were taken by those rangers and they are slowly using them?" he asked, pointing to Sharpizard with his staff. Sharpizard nodded slowly as Robo-Zedd snarled, "As usual, they are smart… Well, let's see how they do well with you with their Pokémon."

"Oh boss… I may have been hit, but it was a scratch. Thunder Shock never bothers me," he said, laughing the dust off, "Don't worry, I will make sure to stop them. If I am not mistaken, Mesagoza is where they will be heading off to."

"Ah," said Robo-Zedd, laughing as he turned around. He knew exactly what Sharpizard was talking about, "Uvaranja Academy… where Uva Acadamy and Naranja Academy combine. The Pokémon Trainer School. If they learn anything about Pokémon and how to use them, I am in deep trouble. It is also right where Pokémon League HQ is."

"How do you know about that?" asked Sharpizard.

"I do my research if I want to destroy the world, you buffoon! Tomorrow morning, you are to go down there, and you are to stop them. Do whatever it takes to destroy them!"

Sharpizard nodded silently, turned around and headed back. He grinned as Robo-Zedd flipped a coin, looking at it. He grinned as he turned around, looking at the clock on his armrest, "I have a conference call to make…"

The next morning….

The sun was shining brightly over Los Platos as the rangers were all sleeping in different beds. As the rangers were sleeping in each bed, the sun was shining bright over the window, which pierced Rocky's face in his bedroom. Looking up, he could see Fuecoco on his chest, bouncing up and down.

"Hey, little fella," he said, groggily. Shifting his body up, Fuecoco released some smoke as it hit his face. Rocky brushed it off as he moved his feet to the floor, "Hungry?"

Fuecoco nodded as he walked over. Rocky shook his head as he walked over to grab his red t-shirt that he wore yesterday, hanging up. As he went to do that, he then noticed new clothes that were folded on the dresser. Rocky, freaking out a little, saw the note as he looked at it.

While you were talking with Geeta, I had Pokémon help me get you some fresh clothing. Consider this a welcome gift into our world and hope your team will thrive.

Rocky didn't say no as he wore a white t-shirt with a red line that went around his neck. He also grabbed a red and black vest with a clean fresh pair of jeans. Placing his new clothes on, he put his old clothes in what looked like a red and black backpack. Guess Clevell was working off the clock while they were having the conversation… or so he thought.

As he headed downstairs, he looked across to see Billy, who was also wearing new attire. He was wearing a blue t-shirt with a jeans vest and black jeans with white shoes. Billy looked up as Quaxly grinned with a smile.

"Did Clevell?" asked Rocky, looking at him.

"Actually, no," said Billy, pointing to the table. Rocky looked up to see all of the Pokémon Food on the table, "Arceus did it all while we were sleeping last night."

"That Pokémon is interesting," said Rocky, "I was wondering how if Clevell was in the conversation."

"He left everybody a note," said Billy, opening a can of Pokémon Food, "So, shall we get these Pokémon fed?"

Rocky grinned as he grabbed a can, "I don't see why not… Fuecoco, come on up!"

Fuecoco grinned as he jumped up, grabbing one of the table legs, and then landed on the table with a smile on his face. Rocky grinned as he was pouring food into a bowl. Brown little bites were going into a red bowl as Fuecoco began to nibble. Fuecoco grinned as he started to eat. Fuecoco turned around as Quaxly was eating. Both Pokémon started having a conversation, and the rangers had no idea what was going on.

"It seems like Fuecoco really enjoys being sociable," said Rocky, "Unlike Quaxly."

"Well, Quaxly is like me sometimes, you know," Billy responded, "Worried, nervous… but brave."

Rocky grinned as he placed his hand on Billy's shoulder, "You've changed a lot since you were in high school. I think Quaxly is a good fit for you. He will learn a lot from you. Probably will be a strong water type."

Billy chuckled as he turned to Rocky, "You think so?"

"I know so," said Rocky, punching him in the arm.

As the two rangers continued to talk, they heard footsteps heading toward the kitchen. The rangers turned over, seeing Kat and Aisha. Kat was wearing a pink t-shirt with white shorts and a brown backpack, also wearing white sneakers. Sprigatito jumped up on the table, ready to eat. Aisha was wearing a yellow polo shirt with black jeans and white shoes with Pawmi heading toward the table.

"Hey guys," said Rocky, "They woke you up too?"

"Well, I didn't get sleep," said Kat, looking at Sprigatito, "But, Sprigatito does give me joy."

"Same," said Aisha, "Both of us just caught up talking a little bit last night. Catching up, you know?"

"Catching up?" asked Rocky.

"Well, when you are patrolling the galaxy, you never get a chance to chat with your best friends!" Aisha responded, turning to Kat, "If only Tanya was here."

"If Tanya was here, it would be a party," said Kat, chuckling, "Maybe we can get her a Pokémon for a gift?"

Aisha raised an eyebrow with a smile, "That would be a good idea, but I don't know if that's possible!"

"Morning!"

The rangers turned around as Zack was heading down the stairs. The rangers saw that Zack was wearing a black t-shirt with a white baseball jersey. He had blue jeans on with brown shoes. He also wore a black and red hat on top with a green backpack, "Did I miss anything?"

"Just getting the Pokémon fed," said Rocky, looking at the others, "Which reminds me, we should probably eat!"

"Who's cooking?" asked the rangers.

As Rocky turned around, he then stopped as he felt something. The rangers looked over as they saw a brown picnic basket. Billy sighed as he looked at his smartphone. As it was blaring, Billy picked it up as Clevell's voice was heard.

"Morning Rangers, I was able to get a picnic basket delivered to you. Inside has seven egg and cheese subs. I also gave you ingredients in case you decide to stop for lunch. Picnics are a big thing in the Paldea Region. I will explain when I see you at Uvaranja Academy!"

As the voice turned off, Rocky turned around as he opened the basket. He was in shock as he saw the subs. Each sub had egg and cheese with condiments in the basket. Grabbing the egg and cheese sub, he grabbed the ketchup, "This is perfect."

"Great," said Kat, "How about passing the basket?"

Rocky went to take a bite, noticing the basket was near him. Inaudibly, he picked up the basket and gave it to the others. Minh and Adam were coming down the stairs, smelling the food. Minh, who was now wearing a yellow t-shirt with grey jeans, looked up to see the basket contents. Adam, who was wearing a green t-shirt with black jeans and a black leather jacket, looked over to see it.

"So, we do not let Rocky in charge of the basket," said Zack, laughing.

"Hey, I like food just as much as you," Rocky responded.

As the rangers were finishing up, they felt the earth shake a little. The rangers turned around as they headed toward one of the windows. Zack froze as he was eating. Sharpizard struck again using flames, destroying a building.

"He's back!" said Zack.

"Great," said Minh, "Well, are the Pokémon ready?"

"They are still eating," said Kat.

Billy trembled as he looked at Quaxly. Quaxly looked up as it freaked out in horror. Sharpizard was striking another area, "Where are they?"

"We don't have a choice!" said Billy, turning to Quaxly, "Let's go!"

Quaxly, freaked out, nodded its head as it started dashing toward the opposite direction, only to hit the wall. Quaxly freaked out again as it went toward Billy, heading out the door. Billy sighed as he headed out toward the town. Standing across, Sharpizard turned around as he planted his feet to the ground.

"I see you're here again!" Billy shouted.

"This time," said Sharpizard, cracking his knuckles, "I'm not playing games. I'm taking all seven of you down."

Billy, nervous, turned to Quaxly as Quaxly looked at Billy. Billy looked up as Quaxly darted its eyes. Billy knew exactly what it was time for… another crazy battle.

A/N: So, the battle will take place next chapter, but I wanted to stop there before I get a head of myself. It's amazing what happens when I am going through this and figuring it out in my head. I'm curious to see what I might do next chapter. I also apologize for waiting this long! I think this is the first time I have seen a crossover that might actually stick through besides what I have been originally writing... so yes, celebration!

However, I am once again in the writer's block corner, so if anyone has ideas... please send them! Also, questions, when they reach Mesagoza and head to the academy, what do you think the first step could possibly be for them? Let me know in the reviews. Happy Thanksgiving all!