Mount Moon was a beautiful place, we arrived close to dusk and shortly before we got the tents set up I finally caught a Zubat of my own. Pikachu never slacks on his skills, and I will always appreciate that about my buddy. Once my limit is reached all my Pokemon still go to Professor Oak. His ball locked and I was able to say I'll see you soon to Zubat. During our trek through the mountain, we came across a few scattered Diglet. Until we turned one corner and were met with the over sized snapping head-maw of a Mawile. He was protecting an injured, sick looking Machop. Now I remember Gym Leader Bea, and think to myself. What could I do with that kind of power?
Mawile must've picked up on that, because he hissed at us. Ready to crunch on us at a moments notice. Brocko, I said quietly, you interested? He shook his head (Brock) you're welcomed to them. Just be careful Ash, Mawile are a tough breed. I have always liked the look of Mawile. When I found out they were Steel/Fairy I knew I wanted one. When it was revealed that it could Mega Evolve I was utterly sold on having one on my team. Then there's this sickly Machop who would make an excellent companion to Tyrogue. (Mawile) Get back! You won't take my little brother from me. I don't want to take him from you Mawile. I want to help him so he heals and becomes strong and happy again. Don't you want that for him too? (Mawile) *Snapping Jaw* Why should I trust you? Humans did this to him in the first place! This is going to be tricky, Mawile I want to help you. I know you don't belong here, please let us help you.
I am sorry that bad humans were cruel to this little guy. I'm glad you took him in and want the best for him. Listen, do you want to be the best? The strongest of your kind? I could feel the vast well of power Mawile sat on. Even in this condition Machop too was steady and prepared to sacrifice himself for his brother Mawile. (Brock) They aren't native to Kanto, I think they will thrive in your care Ash. Listen Mawile, Machop, I said, I have a lot of friends and my family is still growing. I am about to start a new journey to the far off Unova region. Do you want to come with me and be a part of my rise to the top!? Mawile and Machop looked at one another for a while. I would rather not have to battle you two. I just want to get him to a Pokemon Center. Nurse Joy will take good care of him, then you can meet the rest of my family? I was seriously trying to pick up a Clefairy. But it looks like this is why we were brought here today.
However this situation finds me meeting one of my goals, a pokemon I wanted after growing as a trainer. (Machop) I don't know what to say. You're not like the other humans. You have not hurt me or attempted to battle or capture us, and you can understand our language! These things lead me to believe you are safe to trust. (Mawile) If little brother trusts you I will come too. Just like that, I became the trainer of a powerful Mawile and a sickly Machop with a monstrous aura. I sent Star Raptor, Sceptile, and Herracross to Professor Oak. Making space for the new pokeballs on my belt. We came out the other side just before dusk. Making our camp on the other side of Mount Moon.
-Pewter Pokemon Center-
Finally making our way into town we made our way in the Center. Nurse Joy, please take care of our pokemon. (Joy) Oh my word, hello Brock nice to see you back in town. Aren't you Ash Ketchum? From the Lilly of the Valley Tournament? I was informed by my cousin in Sinnoh about one of your prizes. Has the egg hatched yet? Oh yeah! I grabbed Piplup's pokeball first. This is Cloud's ball, that's his name. He is a shiny Piplup. Go on Pikachu, take a load off with Nurse Joy.
I handed her my pokemon, I had switched out pokemon during the trip. Nurse Joy you should know I caught Tyrogue three days ago, borderline emaciated. Wingull and Magikarp were caught the same day. Cloud hatched two days ago, and Mawile and Machop I just caught yesterday. I believe Machop might have been poisoned at some point. (Joy) I will take that into consideration when treating your pokemon Mr. Ketchum. We will come back later today to pick them up. Thanks again Nurse Joy!
-Slate Household-
Dad, Mom, Forrest, guys I'm home from exploring the Sinnoh region, I have Ash with me. Brock's Mom came out of the kitchen apron on hands a bit doughy. (B. Mom) Welcome home honey! I'm glad you came back safe. Ash! How are you doing she said with a motherly smile. Keeping this one's head on straight? She joked motioning her head towards her son. (Brock) Mom, that's not necessary! She giggled at Brock's response. (B. Mom)Your father is in the Gym, tending to the new hatchlings in the nursery. Why don't you go see them, while I finish up in here.
We made our way to the nursery where we found Flint. Along with the rest of Brock's siblings. Tending to the recently hatched Onix and the single remaining egg. We have a saying, the last to hatch is the most special of the batch! Brock, I might be wrong but isn't the coloration of this egg really dark? (Flint) You're right Ash, this will undoubtedly be a shiny Onix. (Brock) Dad, Ash has a question about the Onix eggs. I continued Mr. Flint, I wanted to know if I could acquire an Onix egg for myself. I'd love the chance to raise such a powerful pokemon. Flint looked at me quite skeptical about my suggestion. Brock tried to assure him but he was cut off by Flint
(Flint) How can I be sure you will raise one of our eggs right? I raised a Donphan from an egg, he turned out phenomenal! I am currently raising a Piplup that hatched just two days ago, I am trained in auric manipulation. Your son has traveled with me through three regions. If that's not enough to convince you? This is my third official league. Third, and I have already placed on the podiums. I'm going to win next time!
(Flint) That fire, I've seen those eyes before, in the mirror. You're right, that is quite the accomplishment for such a young man. I believe you can do it Ash. Well then, this little one is a blessing, one you can carry with you on your journey. Wherever it may lead you! Flint passed me the Onix egg and as soon as it touched my skin the Onix lit up brightly. Flint looked back and forth incredulity plastered all over his face. (Flint) I haven't seen that reaction since, he looks directly at Brock, You! I definitely chose the right trainer, Ash you have an exceptional specimen there. I hope you understand that!
I put my Onix egg in my bag to keep it safe, thank you Mr. Flint. I will raise him well! We had a nice meal then Brock and I took a walk after dinner to pick up our pokemon from Nurse Joy. Man! That was easier than I thought it was going to be! (Brock) Misty's right he said with a tiny storm cloud brewing over his head. You're like the fucking egg whisperer or something. Ha ha ha! I'll take that as a compliment. When we made it to the Pokemon Center. I decided to use one of the Battlefields so everyone could meet the Onix egg, and each other. Cloud and Mawile were the most interested in the Onix egg.
Tyrogue and Machop were like statues observing the rest of the crowd, not even aware they had mirrored stances. I think those two are gonna be thee team. (Brock) You think so? Yeah, I said, with Unova comes Scraggy again. I plan on catching a Sawk or a Throh. Palpitoad is a given, Oshawott is gonna stick to me like glue once he sees me at Professor Juniper's. Unfeazant, Krookodile, Snivy, I want an Axew or even a Drudigon. Should I get the chance, I'll be training a Deino as well. That Hydreigon was a menace to battle at the league.
(Brock) I'm not quite sure how but this thing that happened to you this time around. I believe it may be the best thing to ever happen to you Ash. Hey thanks Brocko! *Fist Bump* I came to take everything that was denied to me. I am winning the Unova League or I am runner up. There is no other option! I clenched a fist my determination burning brightly. (Brock) I believe you Ash! I know you can do it. Those cooking lessons during our trip in Sinnoh really paid off for you! I know you won't starve while you're exploring the Unova Region. Ha ha! Thanks for the lessons man, tomorrow I'll head back to Pallet and train with all my Pokemon.
At least until I see who I want to take with us. After a few minutes I had everyone returned to their pokeballs. We headed back to Brock's place and settled in for the night Onix started glowing and pulsing that night as I slept. (Pikachu) *Slap* Get up Ash! Look at the Onix egg. Huh, I said groggily, Hey why'd you have to slap me!? Oh, he's glowing! It doesn't feel like he's ready to hatch yet. I grabbed Cloud's ball, come on out Cloud. (Cloud) Mmmm I'm tired Papa, why did you wake me? Look! You're gonna have a little brother soon. His eyes got huge and his aura exuded pure joy. This in turn made Onix's egg glow for a moment. With all the positive energy in the area. I took it as a good sign that the trip was going to go well.The next morning after having breakfast and saying our goodbyes. It was about 10:30 when we took off from Pewter.
-Veridian Forrest-
During my trek away from Pewter City, I exchanged a couple of Pokemon for my flyers. Even though none of my flyers know Pidgeot personally they will be able to smell the residue of my aura on her. I never let her go officially, she was just on loan to the Pidgeotto flock until they were strong enough to defend themselves. I believe there should be at least one capable Pidgeot by now aside from her. I called out all my flying types, I'm making camp here. Spread out and ask about Pidgeot. She should be the strongest Pidgeot in the forest. You are not to fight her! Just find her, If not she'll find us. I pulsed my aura throughout the forest. My flyers took off in every direction on their search, for the most powerful Pidgeot in Veridian.
Pikachu went with Noctowl as he knew Pidgeot since she was a Pidgeotto. It has been an hour since the last time I pulsed my aura I was about to do it again for the third time since we began the search. When a rather large, and extremely familiar Pidgeot came barreling into the clearing. While in mid-combat with an equally large Fearow. She didn't recognize me immediately but I certainly knew my first female pokemon. My eyes slightly teared up, she had grown and was as beautiful as ever. Her rippling muscle under her plumage was a testament to her strength. Fearow landed a Quick Attack and that snapped me back into focus. I held up Dexter and scanned her.
She had learned Ominous Wind, Extreme Speed, Hyper Beam, and more, WOW! I thought as I frowned at the Fearow. Who had finally payed attention to me. I decided to speak up, alright Pidgeot, Twister, follow it with Steel Wing! Something occured to me while I was in the middle of catching a Fearow, with one of my oldest pokemon. I really missed her! She reacted as if we never parted ways. The invitation to be a Kanto Battle Frontier Brain! I had that in my head all throughout Sinnoh. I did nothing with that last time. I was able to rise to the title of Worlds Strongest, in my last chance at life. I thought about it so much that I already named my symbol: The Adversity Symbol. My challengers will be purposely put in disadvantageous battles. To see if they have what it takes to adapt and win. That's the crux of my Facility, Adapt or Lose.
PIDGEOT, FINISH THIS: HYPER BEAM! Fearow wasn't fast enough to defend or dodge. Taking the Hyper Beam right to the face. Before he hit the floor I slung a pokeball at him. It took a whole three seconds for the capture to register. It's so good to see you again girl, I said with a huge smile on my face. She cooed as she nuzzled up against me. So, did you feel it? (Pidgeot) The need to find you? Yes! I nodded to her, good! We're about to head to Unova, and I wanted to bring you along, *flash* (Butterfree) Hey lady, long time no see! (Pidgeot) Oh! You're back too!? This IS going to be good, she cooed.
A few moments later all my flying types came rushing in. Seeing only Pidgeot and I talking Pikachu jumped off of Noctowl and onto Pidgeot. (Pikachu) You've grown lady! You look tough as shit! He flexed to emphasize his point. So, are you coming back? He asked with stars in his eyes. (Pidgeot) Well of course I am you little scamp! Who else is gonna bust your balls? Pikachu laughed at Pidgeot (Pikachu) yup, you haven't changed one bit! Glad to have you back in the fold Pidgeot. I let everyone else out and Pidgeot saw I had a new born, and a soon to hatch egg. She went into mother mode, and stole my poke-children from me for the rest of the day.
-The Next Morning-
After breakfast and cleaning up the camp site. Pidgeot offered to fly us back to the Professor's Ranch. If my time line was accurate there would be about a week until we leave for the Unova Region. I climbed aboard her back and she took off as if she didn't even feel our weight. We flew towards Pallet Town at a steady clip. It was about noon when we touched down in the gardens at Oak Labs. Making my way inside, Hey! Professor! I'm back from the Sinnoh Region! (Oak) Hello my boy! I'm glad you made it home safe. I allowed everyone out so he could meet them. All my new captures were with me til now.
Professor can I request mobile transport units for certain pokemon? (Oak) Such as? The circumstances have to meet the criteria for the request. I understand I said, Butterfree is the leader of his swarm. Lapras is always traveling with his pod, he was leader last I saw him. Squirtle is a firefighter in Johto. (Oak) Sounds like you are eligible for them. Professor I want to tell you about a decision I came to on my trip home from Sinnoh. I am going to accept Scott's offer to be a Kanto Frontier Brain. Brandon is a traveling Archaeologist, I am a traveling trainer. I am going to request my facility be mobile. Allowing me to go back and forth from Kanto to wherever I may be. At least until I reach my goal of conquering every reigon's league.
Professor I want to share something with you. You're my benefactor, my teacher, like an uncle to me. So I owe you this bit of knowledge, I need you to trust me. (Oak) Ok, I do trust you Ash. You have never given me reason to the contrary. I walked up to the Professor and grabbed the sides of his head while flaring my aura. A few moments later Samuel Oak rubbed his eyes tiredly. The beginnings of a headache starting to take hold. (Oak) Only you have this level of grace from a major diety Ash Ketchum. Samuel Oak was saying as he was shaking his head at me.
Grinning at Sammy, though I would never call him that out loud. This time around I remember going back in time with Celebi. You understand now, how far I go. This time I am going to go further, much further! So we are going to Unova again!? I bowed at the waist, I am at your service Professor Oak, I look forward to visiting the Unova Region again! After Professor Oak swooned over Cloud and my Onix egg. I went home so I could see Mom again.
-Ketchum Home-
Mom! We're home from Sinnoh! While I was at Oak Labs I switched my line up. Pikachu is always with me. Star Raptor, Infernape, Torterra, Buizel, Gible, Gliscor, Cloud, Tyrogue, Onix egg, Mawile, Machop all came out in the garden. The pokemon did their thing but Mawile was being fussed over by Mom. Along with Cloud and Onix's egg, she was in bliss for a few minutes. After a few minutes we made our way inside, we made dinner together. At the end of the night I sat Mom down and shared my memories with her. I owe her this much, she took everything in stride having seen how far I eventually rise to. I promised her that I would win, no more no less. During the week off I called Scott, I informed him that I would be accepting the offer to be a Frontier Brain. On the condition that my League plans go unhindered.
He was about to go on a tangent when I told him I had already named the "Adversity Symbol". Scott's face lit up like a kid getting the present he wanted most. I told him there would probably be times when I would set up outside of Pallet for a few weeks at a time. Other than that, I'd be like Brandon a traveling Frontier Brain. Scott was in Kanto two days before the trip to Unova with the sample of my Adversity Symbol. I loved it, it was a simple and clean design. The one from my hat from the first journey. Since I liked them he didn't need to redo them. Scott handed me six symbols and told me he'd have my facility delivered in Nimbasa City. I had the choice to keep it where it is delivered.
Or move it as I saw fit, once I took possession of it. "Battle City" would have a small staff and will have a rotating battlefield. One of every element available, this facility is perfect for my battling style. On top of that it will allow me to accept challengers to all my titles. Not just Battle Frontier business, I am glad Scott acquiesced to that concession. After all, I am going to be the very best! If possible I want to take Brandon's place as the Final Frontier. That's just me getting ahead of myself though.
-Welcome Back to Unova-
When we landed Pikachu felt Zeckrom again and the same bullshit shortcircuit happened. I sighed heavily, I'm at my best at a disadvantage, right!? Upon arriving at Professor Juniper's Lab my Oshawott used Aqua Jet to say hello. Trip still picked up Snivy, and I still ran up behind him to ask him for a battle. The snide little shit answered exactly the same way he did before. There was a battlefield behind the Lab. Pikachu lets show him what we worked on during our time off. (Pikachu) Yeah! He clenched his fist, Alright, Quick Attack. (Trip) Snivy use Leaf Tornado. Now! Split it with Iron Tail!
(Trip) What!? That, that's not possible! As the Iron Tail splits the Leaf Tornado and cracks the ground where it impacted. Pikachu, Dig! (Trip) Snivy get ready to use cut! I don't think so! Now Pikachu! Mega-Mega-Tail. This being a combination of Mega Punch, Mega Kick and Iron Tail. He came crashing out of the ground the Mega Punch already charged up. Right in Snivy's face, he was launched into the air following his original trajectory. Pikachu spun revealing the already charged up Mega Kick. He kicked the Snivy downward to the ground, a cloud made from the impact. Pikachu had been spinning his tail's glow rising to a blinding flash. (Pikachu) Take this, you little prick! *BOOM* Pikachu dispersed the cloud and cratered the ground with the now unconscious Snivy.
(Trip) SNIVY NO! Running to his starter to pick him up, wondering what could've gone wrong. You made an assumption, and you paid for it. Pikachu beat you without the use of Electric Type moves. You make light of the Kanto region but your professor, your Pokedex, your knowledge base of Pokemon are ALL owed to one Samuel Oak, Kanto's Professor. I am Ash Ketchum representing Pallet Town in the Kanto Region. I came to conquer your Pokemon League! With that I turned my back to Trip, I took a few steps and half turned back. Get stronger! So strong that this memory never happens again.
-Meeting Iris-
This crazy girl, she got to see me earn the title of Worlds Strongest. I think she'd love to meet all my Pokemon sooner. I mused, I could feel her following us. Watching Pikachu and Cloud intently. Iris is really strong and an incredible Dragon Trainer. As she dropped from the tree upside down. I grabbed her temples returning her memories. At first she shoved me off and few seconds later she calmed her hissing Axew down. The moment she extended her own aura towards her partner.
Axew evolved into Fraxure, and immediately into Haxorous. (Haxorous) It's so good to be back! Oh WOW! (Iris) I didn't think you would evolve Haxorous! Didn't we go to the Battle Club to meet Don George? (Iris) Ash! Are we going to Straiton City again? Of course we are Iris! It wouldn't be the same without Cilan! Pikachu rushed off my shoulder and blitzed off in a rush. I spoke to Pikachu through our Aura-bond. Before we meet Sandile we met a frightened Meowth. A variant I didn't expect to see just yet. One I wasn't willing to wait for, a Galarian Meowth! When he saw me rushing up behind Pikachu, his demeanor changed instantly.
He was all teeth and claws, and I was all about that. Pikachu return, he looked at me hurt, I was already throwing Tyrogue's ball. Ty I Choose You! (Ty) Is it really my turn Ash!? You bet buddy! Make Meowth remember you, but not hate you! We want him to be our friend ok!? (Ty) I hear you boss! Meowth launched at Ty with a Fury Swipes wrapped in Metal Claw. Dodge it all Ty! Mach Punch! Meowth only had to feel that once to know he didn't like it. He used Screech to try and get away. Bullet Spin, Let's Go! The combination move dampened the sound and allowed Ty to at least get Meowth to stop Screeching.
Low Kick, High Jump Kick, Ty came out of his spin into a Low Kick that knocked Meowth for a loop. Finish it Ty, Mega Kick! While still Airborne, Ty Mega Kicked Meowth into a wall. Pokeball Go! The ball hit Meowth in the chest and sucked him in. Yes! I pumped my fist Ty, we caught a new friend! I held his ball and pulsed my aura. I did a heal pulse to hold Meowth until I get to the Pokemon Center. We ran into the Pokemon Center, Nurse Joy please take care of my Meowth! I just caught him and he needs healed. (Joy) No worries, just leave it all to me, that's what I'm here for!
We'll be in back training a bit, Pikachu and Cloud were already out of their balls. When we got to the battlefield I asked, Hey Machop, how do you feel about the name Macho? It's a name that not only represents your breed but you too! Machop's eyes widened with glee at having something as personal as a name. The newly christened Macho punched straight in to the air.
(Macho) Yeah! I love the name Ash, thank you very much! He bowed at the waist to me. I blushed, you don't have to do that Macho. I'm just glad you like your name! I got the call from Nurse Joy, about Meowth being healed up and ready for pick up.
I recalled everyone and we made our way back in to the Pokemon Center to get Meowth. Upon retrieving Meowth we were about to head out when Trip saw us. (Trip) Ash! His tone was much more jovial this time around. I'd like to ask you for a battle. I want to show you how much I've improved since we last met. I'm sure you have I said to him, will you be here for a while still? (Trip) Yeah, Nurse Joy is healing my pokemon. Meet us on the battlefield once you've picked them up. Iris and I walked back to the battlefield, alright everybody come on out!
Pikachu jumped off my shoulder as Ty, Macho, Mawile, Pidgeot, Meowth, Wingull, and Oshawott materialized. Alright you guys, I want to increase your speed. Oshawott you're gonna teach Cloud how to use Water Type energy (Oshawott) *Scalechop drum* You got it Ash! (Cloud) Yes Papa! Ty, you and Macho work on Mach Punch, Bullet Punch, Vacuum Wave, and Seismic Toss!
I had Gibble on standby just for Axew to train with, but now. Iris, do you think Haxorous can help us out with something? She narrowed her eyes (Iris) like what!? I grabbed Gibble's pokeball, and tossed it up.
*Flash* (Gible) Hey Ash! He jumped up on my shoulder and chewed on my head a few times. (Iris) Oh My Arceus! IS THAT REALLY A GIBLE!?! This made Gibble stop chewing on my head. (Gible) Hey Ash, Who's the girl with the weird hair? I laughed a bit at his comment, that's Iris, Gible. She's our traveling partner while we are in the Unova Region. (Gible) Ohhhh! You trying to catch a Deino? *Flash* (Gible) Hmmm You're a big boy! He turned to me, We battling him boss? I turned to Iris, Well? You guys wanna help me train Gible? I was fairly certain that he was pretty close to evolution. A champion level dragon sounded like the perfect catalyst.
(Iris) Fine! Double Battle? I'm game if you are! I said in anticipation for this battle. (Iris) You already know I am only carrying two with me right now. Haxorous/Excadrill, Come on out! Alright buddy, I said turning to Pikachu, time for that rematch. Gible/Pikachu I choose you! Pikachu, let's reintroduce ourselves to Excadrill? Both of you, DIG! (Iris) Is that so!? Excadrill: use MAGNITUDE! NOW PIKACHU: TAKE OVER THE BATTLEFIELD, THUNDERBOLT! GIBLE: ROCK SMASH! The wave of energy from Magnitude was countered by Thunderbolt. Resulting in an explosion of various sized rocks, dust and electricity upwards. Using the cover Pikachu: Electroball, Gible made contact with Haxorous' own Rock Smash.
He was sent flying backwards from the difference in power. Gible: flip over! Pikachu: Iron Tail, Gible flipped his body over placing his feet right in the path of Pikachu's Iron Tail. Now, Send Gible back to them! Gible: use that speed: DRAGON RUSH! (Iris) EXCADRILL: USE FOCUS BLAST THEN DRILL RUN!! PIKACHU! Push back with Ion Tackle! Ion Tackle is a three way combination of Volt Tackle, Iron Tail, and Electroball. Excadrill wasn't only pushed back he was sent rocketing into a wall unable to continue. Pikachu was reeling from the recoil damage Volt Tackle induces. Pikachu: Return, Gible: Draco Meteor!
(Iris) Knock it away with Breaking Swipe! One of the Meteors hit Gible and sent him flying and rolling across the battlefield. Gible got up with a grunt, I had Dexter recording information for training later. The frustration from being unable to harm Haxorous, unlocked the last of his Steel Type moves. I used our Aura-bond to tell him Iron Head, Metal Claw, Iron Tail. Out loud, Iris heard, Now Gible: Full Metal Assault. Gible shot off at Haxorous and attempted to pummel him only to be swatted away by a Dragon Tail. Gible was tired of not being able to land a solid hit on Haxorous. He let out a loud roar that got quite a bit deeper towards the end.
Gible began to glow as he went from "I'm not done yet" to *turns head to both sides to pop his neck* (Gabite) Now you're in trouble! With nearly four times the body mass, Gabite unleashed a Dragon Pulse at Haxorous. Finally getting a meaningful hit in this battle. I was so excited I said WOW GABITE! You really evolved! Let's thank them for helping us. Gabite: Dual Chop! (Iris) BREAKING SWIPE! Send Gabite flying! Gabite was stopped but he slid a few feet back at best. Gabite: Sand Tomb, follow it up with Full Metal Assault.
Iris was impressed by Gabite's tenacity in the face of a larger more experienced opponent. (Iris) Gabite is strong but, so is Haxorous. Use Outrage to finish this! Despite the boone of evolution, Gabite simply couldn't defeat Haxorous. The Outrage sent Gabite flying and landing in a crumpled heap. Damn! Still Gabite, you're strong already to hold a Champion Dragon back like that. No matter how you spin it, that's impressive! It was the intensity of the battle and the sudden evolution of Gabite. Next thing I knew the alarm on the incubator went off. It was nearly time to meet another of my poke-children.