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Trials of the Elite Four(AAMAYL/AdvanceShipping)

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Master_in_Training

Future Master
EF20: Payback

Drill glanced back at the falling rubble and smirked. "Now there's no witness to our crime."

Wire glanced at him. "Good. Now can we get out of here?"

"Not yet. I told you I have a little family matter to clear up."

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Ash covered his head to protect himseld from the falling rubble, but found that none fell on him, Pikachu or his other Pokemon. Ash looked up to see a black(with a yellow-oval) shape above them, leaning on the wall. "Snorlax!"

Snorlax(He-he. Think I would let you guys get taken like that?)

Pikachu(Thanks, Snorlax!)

Ash stared at the squinted eyes of his Snorlax and smiled in gratitude. He turned to the other Pokemon. "Is everyone alright?"

Pikachu(Peachy-keen.)

Croconaw(I've been worse.)

Donphan(Not even a scratch.)

Sorlax launched himself off his leaning position. The large stone mass that fell on him slid safely to the floor. However, Snorlax assumed a sitting position, taking deep breaths. It seems that the battle, and protecting Ash and the others, have taken its toll.

"Thanks, Snorlax," Ash said in between coughs. "You've done enough. Return!" He turned to the other Pokemon. "What say we get those thieves back for almost killing us?" Everyone cheered, and Ash said, "Then let's go!"

Ash had Donphan use Rollout to smash through the rubble blocking the thieves's exit. With the condition his party is in, Ash has to find a Terminal quick. Luckily, Luxray, acting like a guide again, spotted one a few corridors down.

But when they arrived, it seems Bomb destroyed the computer, by blowing it up. Ash shielded hid face from the sparks coming out of the Terminal, and examined it. 'Man, what I wouldn't do to have Brock around. He's the one good with computers...'

Ash fidgeted around a little more with the Terminal, but it was definitely beyond any repair.

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"Why aren't you doing anything?" May said with a mixture of hysteria and concern. "He could be hurt down there."

"Calm down, miss, we're doing everything we can," the official assured her. "But the cave-in blocked the only passage to that area. It will take some time."

May glanced at the static that was Ash's camera(escort) and then to the map screen. No signal. "Ash... Please be alright..."

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Drill took the tags he and his cohorts stole from the other competitors. He scanned them in a Terminal that the three of them haven't destroyed yet. The computer scanned the five tags, and the screen now began showing a map of the Underground. A red beep flashing in the middle easternmost part of the map is revealed as Bertha's location.

"Jackpot," Drill said wickedly, the red beep reflecting in his eyes.

Drill led his little gang along a corridor. When they reached a crossroad, suddenly, something rolled past in front of them, that stopped their tracks! The rolling Pokemon doubled back, and stopped in front of them, revealing itself to be Donphan!

"What the? Who-" Bomb started, readying her Magmortar's Pokeball.

"Guess who..." From the direction of Donphan's entrance, appeared none other than Ash! He walked beside his Donphan. "You shouldn't be surprised. It doesn't take a simple cave-in to take me down."

"Resilient brat," Wire said in disgust. She, too, had her Pokemon's(Electivire) Pokeball ready.

"Tell me," Ash began, with Pikachu beside him, "why ruin a good competition just to get rid of a witness?"

Drill snorted. "You think that we went to all this trouble just to get to you? Think again."

Ash shrugged. "What? You entering this competition as well? Let's see... Sabotaging precious equipment... Battling under illegal rules... That won't exactly let you win..."

Just then Drill and Wire, moving so fast that Ash didn't notice, darted past him. Ash turned around to go after the two of them, but was tackled by Pikachu because Magmortar just fired a Flamethrower at him! It seems that Bomb will stay to fight.

"I'll finish the job this time. And I'll make sure that you won't survive." with that, the other two vanished out of sight.

Ash stared at her. He placed a hand on Pikachu. "We'll see who will get creamed this time. Right, Pikachu?"

Pikachu nodded(It's payback time!)

Ash is with Donphan and Pikachu, so Bomb decided to choose another Pokemon to accompany her Magmortar. "Go, Weezing!" A large, purple, many-faced, cloud-like creature appeared right beside Magmortar.

'Boy, does that Weezing bring back painful memories...' "Go, Donphan, knock out that Magmortar of hers with Rollout! Pikachu, use Volt Tackle on the Weezing!"

Ash made room for his two Pokemon, as Pikachu and Donphan rushed their targets with Volt Tackle and Rollout, respectively. As Donphan was spinning in Magmortar's body, the larger Pokemon grabbed Donphan by the tusks, trying to slow down the momentum.

An electrically-charged Pikachu, meanwhile, jumped, and crashed into Weezing very hard. weezing fell to the floor, feeling static, but immediately floated to the air again. Pikachu, meanwhile, still feeling the after-effects of his own attack, landed on the floor as well.

"Smokescreen, Weezing," Bomb ordered. Weezing let out a lot of smoke from his mouth(s), covering the entire area.

'I've got a bad feeling 'bout this.' "Donphan, Protect! Pikachu, take cover with Donphan!" Ash ordered through the coughing, while shielding himself from the smoke with his jacket. Donphan scooped Pikachu up with his snout, and positioned himself in front of Ash so the latter is also affected by Protect.

As Ash crouched behind his Armor Pokemon, he looked around the perimeter outside Donphan's shield. It was still full of smoke.

Suddenly, Magmortar charged himself to them, ramming into Donphan's Protect shield. The three(trainer and Pokemon) were sent reeling backwards crashing into a wall(that seems to be happening a lot).

Momentarily dazed, Donphan released his shield as Magmortar loomed on top of them, the gaping holes of his arms aimed right at them.

Bomb didn't hesitate her order. "Finish them off, now!"

Acting fast, Donphan saw a small boulder within his reach. He grabbed it with his snout, and threw it at Magmortar. Bull's-eye! The boulder jammed itself into one of Magmortar's hands! As the Smoke Breath Pokemon shook his jammed hand to take off the boulder, but it was stuck tight!

"Nice work, Donphan," Ash praised his Pokemon. "Hate to be a mimic, but finish him off, now!"

Donphan once again used Rollout, and hit the easily distracted Magmortar. This time it was the Magmortar that was sent reeling back to his trainer. The weight of her Pokemon was too much, so that when they crashed, Bomb was easily knocked out as her Pokemon.

Weezing, distraught at the fall of his trainer, faltered, and fainted right beside her. Ash scratched his head, and nervously laughed. 'Huh. Must have a Mild nature.'

Pikachu(Boy, that was lame. James's Weezing was much stronger, that's for sure.)

Ash crouched down to his Donphan, who was still kneeling on the floor. "You okay, buddy?"

Donphan(I'll be okay.)

"You're gonna need some rest. Return, Donphan!"

Ash stood up, and motioned to Pikachu, who climbed to his shoulder. "Come on, Pikachu, we still have a score to settle, and a competition to win!"

It seems that the cave-in Drill has caused earlier has caused a chain reaction in the tunnels. Not only Ash was affected but several areas in the Underground have also caved in, onto unsuspecting competitors.

Back at topside, several competitors are giving up, due to the unforeseen "accidents" happening in the competition. Several paramdeics are standing by to check on anyone who was hurt.

Among the anxious spectators was May. She looked at the various trainers being wheeled into ambulances, hoping not to see her boyfriend among the victims.

Then, a squad of police officers arrived. Several of them were different Officer Jennys. The Jenny who was marshalling the competition gathered all of them for a briefing. May closed in on them to find out what is going on. But she could only hear bits of the conversation without getting caught.

"Three thieves... Broke in... Assaulted many of the competitors..." The marshal Jenny was saying.

"We'll rat them out. Send various officers into the tunnels."

May nodded to herself as the briefing was adjourned. As the police began filing into the Underground, May sent out her Espeon, whispering some silent orders to her.

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Ash and Pikachu are now chasing after Wire and Drill, to who-knows-where(he hasn't checked Bertha's location yet). Ash decided to let Luxray out again, to track down the two remaining thieves.

At the next turn, the team finally found a working Terminal. Ash immediately checked in the Terminal. He scanned his five tags. Just like Drill's scan in the previous chapter, the Terminal's map screen has a red beeping flash somewher in the eastern portion.

"They must be going after Bertha. But why?" Ash wondered, as his Pokemon are being healed. Shrugging it off, he then decided to go after them before they reach Bertha first.

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As Drill and Wire are fast approaching their targeted destination, the latter began wondering if their accomplice has already beaten the "brat" and will soon be joining them. Drill assured her that Bomb wouldn't go down easily in battle.

"Listen, why don't you take our package to our Boss? It won't take me long to finish my little adventure here, anyway."

Wire looked at him suspicously. "What is it that you intend to do here anyway?"

"I told you I have a little family matter to attend to. We already have caught enough attention to ourselves by upsetting this competition. I won't be surprised if cops will strt swarming in. It won't do any good if all of us get caught. It's better if you deliver the Azure Flute to the boss, in case something like that happens."

Wire agreed, and in an instant, was gone. Drill continued on his way. Finally, the thief has reached the junction closing in on Bertha.

At the spot where the map is pointing out a path to Bertha, was a wall. Drill smirked. 'So that's how she hides during the competition. Only those who scanned five tags can find out the trick. Very smart.'

Drill walked through the wall in front of him, that turnd out to be just a hologram. He finds himself in front of a larger corridor. Drill smirked as he soon saw his target the Elite trainer Bertha, standing atop a pedestal in the far end of the corridor.

Bertha was shocked to see who it was that arrived. "What the-? What are you-"

"I've come to pay my respects, Mom," Drill said suddenly.

Bertha narrowed her eyes. "You're no son of mine. I have a son, and his name is Darren. But he's long gone."

"HAH! That's what you always say. Afraid of my deeds tarnishing your precious title?"

Their conversation was interrupted by Ash and Pikachu dashing through the "wall" from behind Drill, tackling him. Drill, furious, pushed them off of him. The two rose to their feet facing the thief.

"You really have a knack of interrupting me, do you, brat?"

"I don't want you to ruin my, and others's, chances of fighting the Elite Four. Plus, I owe you a lot for that bump on my head, and endangering me and my Pokemon."

Drill brushed off the dust from his jacket. "Why don't we settle this in a Pokemon battle? That seems to be the wa you settle things. Am I right?"

Ash nodded. But he remained cautious, knowing what Pokemon Drill will use. Sure enough, Drill sent out Rhyperior.

"Go, Croconaw!" Croconaw stood in front of the menacing Rhyperior. The two exchanged menacing stares at each other. Meanhile, Bertha only stared at the battle, silently pondering if Ash knows what he is up against.

"Croconaw, use Water gun!" Ash started. Croconaw started spraying Rhyperior with water. But the latter is far from being hurt, due to Solid Rock. Ash clenched his fist, trying to find out what to do next. Croconaw, manwhile, is running around Rhyperior in circles, still using Water Gun.

Drill, meanwhile, started his offensive. He had Rhyperior use Stone Edge on Croconaw. The latter barely dodged the sharp blade-like rocks swung at him. Then, both Rhyperior an Croconaw arched their hands back, both charging or a Focus Punch.

Rhyperior's FP missed, and Croconaw jumped onto his opponent's extended arm to aim his own attack for Rhyperior's head. But before he can connect, Croconaw was hit with Rock Blast from Rhyperior's other arm. Croconaw landed on the floor.

Then the Drill Pokemon tried to flatten Croconaw with Stomp. Croconaw, sprawled on the ground, held the gigantic foot away from himself, with great trouble.

Bertha gave Ash some encouragement. "Ash, even if Solid Rock blocks out super-effective attacks, your Croconaw can still do damage with the right incentives."

'Incentives? Of course, Torrent!' "Croconaw, use Hydro Pump!"

Rhyperior was sent backwards as the powerful stream of water hit his foot from below. Trying to regain his balance, Rhyperior looked up to see Croconaw going for an Aqua Tail! Rhyperior tried to block the attack with his stone arms. The impact sent the latter flying into a wall, which caused the room to shake violently.

Both Pokemon struggled out of the ruin they have caused. Rhyperior is still standing tall, as if the attacks still had no effect on him! Croconaw, meanwhile, was glowing blue, what Ash was waiting for, but breathing heavily.

"Enough of this! Rhyperior, finish him off with Horn Drill!"

Rhyperior positioned himself on all fours, and his horn began spinning again. Croconaw was rushed headfirst into a wall. Luckily, the latter managed to grab Rhyperior's jaw, so the Horn Drill didn't hit, though was a few inches away.

"CROCONAW!" Just then, aside from the blue glow, another light began emanating from Croconaw!

Rhyperior was now being pushed back, as a glowing-white Croconaw was growing in size. Ash stood in mild surprise as his Croconaw has evolved into Feraligatr!

The large, blue bipedal crocodile glanced at his trainer with a smile. Ash took a look at his new Pokemon in the Pokedex:

Feraligatr, the Big Jaw Pokemon

The evolved form of Croconaw. It usually moves slowly, but it goes at blinding speed when it attacks and bites prey.

Ash, feeling more determined, made his next order. "Give it your best Focus Punch!"

Feraligatr dashed towards his opponent, fist cocked. The latter was hit with tremendous force, but held his ground. Feraligatr prepared another Focus Punch, but flinched when Rhyperior countered with Rock Blast.

Feraligatr covered himself with his hands from the Rock Blast barrages. Rhyperior began charging in for another Horn Drill, which Feraligatr easily parried.

The two Pokemon were evenly matched. Just then, a squad of police officers arrived, coming in from an opening somewhere near Bertha's post. The officers made to arrest Drill, but Bertha halted them.

"B-but, Miss Bertha," one officer said.

"Let ash handle this. I'm not one to stop a battle."

Back to the battle. Feraligatr locked hands with Rhyperior. The two stood toe to toe, trying to push the other back. Rhyperior's horn is spinning again, and it's closing in on Feraligatr, fast.

"Feraligatr, use Water Gun!" Feraligatr sprayed Rhyperior in the face, pushing the latter backwards. Then, Feraligatr shot a third Focus Punch, as an uppercut, towards Rhyperior's jaw. Thyperior mimiced his opponent's moves, and also aimed a FP on Feraligatr's jaw.

Both hits connected, sending both Pokemon backwards. Feraligatr managed to stop himself in front of Ash, and Rhyperior was no different. Though, the latter still seemed like nothing has hurt him at all.

Feraligatr was on all fours, breathing heavily. "Come on, Feraligatr. You can still stand to that guy."

Fueled by his trainer's words, Feraligatr still managed to stand up, though barely. "Come on, buddy, we still have one shot at this." Feraligatr planted his feet and claws on the ground. "Hydro Pump!"

Feraligatr released his most powerful jet of water, which hit Rhyperior. The latter stood his ground, immobile even though the attack was pushing him back.

The Hydro Pump stopped, as Feraligatr is now trying to catch his breath. Rhyperior began charging in again with Stone Edge. Ash was getting desperate. He clenched his fist, thinking his Pokemon has had it.

But suddenly a flash appeared in Feraligatr's eyes. Pikachu sensed some sort of power coming from the Big Jaw Pokemon.

Pikachu(Ash! It has to be- It has to!)

Ash sensed his Pokemon's surprise, and turned back to Feraligatr. Still breathing heavily, Torrent is now taking effect, but that's not all.

"Alright, Feraligatr, let's try it again! HYDRO P-"

Before Ash could even finish his command, Feraligatr released a super-charged blast of water! The blast not only stopped Rhyperior in his tracks, but now was being pushed as easily as a piece of paper!

Everyone was speechless, except for Bertha. 'He did it. He has finally made his Pokemon learn it.'

Rhyperior was slammed to the wall next to the police squad and Bertha, who shielded themselves. Feraligatr's attack stopped, and his opponent is seen in-between the fallen rocks, unconscious.

After his awesome attack, Feraligatr dropped on his belly. Ash, still dumbfounded, looked at the mess that was Rhyperior, then back to his Pokemon. "Was that-"

Pikachu jumped off Ash's shoulder, and ran to the front of Feraligatr's eyes(You did it! You did it!)

Feraligatr showed them a huge grin(That was... My best shot...)

Ash smiled weakly at his Pokemon. "Good job, Feraligatr. When we go back to the surface, I'll have May bake you the biggest chocolate cake." Feraligatr's smile widened, then he fainted. "Return."

However, Drill was not finished. He tried to make a grab for Ash, but the police immediately took action, restraining him. As he was being handcuffed, Ash approached.

"Where's the flute you stole from Professor Rowan's lab?"

Drill spat at the floor close to Ash's feet. "My cohort, Wire, has already delivered the Azure Flute to our Boss. There's nothing you can do about it now."

"You have the right to remain silent," Officer Jenny said, as Drill was being hauled away. "Anything you say may be used..."

Ash stopped another officer. "One of his cohorts is still in the main tunnel. I'm pretty sure she's still there."

The officer tipped his hat in gratitude. "We'll check on it. Thank you."

The police left with their captive. But not before sending a few officers to pick up Bomb. Just then, Ash fell to the ground, coincidentally in the same position his Feraligatr was in earlier. Pikachu looked at his trainer amusedly.

"Man, these challenges are getting harder and harder," he said, sighing.

Bertha approached him, and extended a hand to help Ash stand up. "Congratulations. You win this competition... Defeated a powerful opponent... And learned one of the most powerful attacks in existence..."

Ash stared at her with goofy looks. "All in one day. Sheeesh..."

Just then May appeared. Seeing Ash sprawled on the floor, she ran over to them. "What happened?"

"Don't worry, May, I'm just exhausted..." May gave a sigh of relief. Ash added, "Wake me for dinner." And Ash drifted to sleep, on the cold ground.

---

Ash woke up back at his room in Bertha's mansion. From the balcony outside, Ash saw all his Pokemon getting a little R and R.

Espeon is meditating peacefully near one of the outdoor tables. Blaziken is sitting down next to her in a Lotus position, meditating as well. Pikachu is right between them, gulping down a plate full of suspiciously-red substance.

Sceptile seemed threatened that his pal "Dope" has now fully evolved and became stronger. The latter was oblivious to this, greeting his kin: Donphan and Squirtle(the former because they are from the same generation, the latter because they're both water-type starter Pokemon).

Snorlax, meanwhile, after a large deserving meal by May, is now snoozing contentedly on the edge of the forest. Luxray, also sleeping, was on Snorlax's tummy, rising high and low to the bigger Pokemon's snores. And Munchlax is leaning on Snorlax, trying to keep awake, though hardly.

May was helping some maids clean up some large chow bowls(one so large it could very well meant for Snorlax).

As Ash joined the group outside, he was greeted by his(awake) Pokemon, tackling him. The weight of Feraligatr was one thing, but add the weight of Donphan, and... Uh-oh... Only Sceptile didn't join in the tackle.

"Okay, you guys, OKAY!" Ash shouted through the tangle of Pokemon. "Don't get my headache worse..."

After disentangling, Ash sat at the table next to May, who handed him some well-deserved lunch. "How long have I been out?"

"Almost half a day. You were knocked out last night after the competition. It is now 11:30 A.M.," May answered.

"Oh, man, that long?" May nodded. "Never mind. I qualified to fight Bertha, right? When is the battle taking place?"

"1:00 P.M. You still have less than 2 hours. You need the rest. By the way," May added, changing the subject, "the thief Bomb wasn't found where you directed them to her. The police didn't question your information, speculating that she may have escaped."

"What about Drill?"

"He's still in custody. He will be charged with robbery, multiple charges of assault, attempted murder, and sabotage. He's going away for a long time..."

"That's good to hear. But the Prof isn't going to be happy to find out his flute hasn't been recovered."

Just then May remembered something. "While you were sleeping, the Professor called. He asked to see if you were alright. So did Brock and the others."

"I guess I'll have to call them back today."

---

First, Ash placed a call to Sandgem Laboratories. It was Rowan who immediately answered.

"Boy, you must be like a Glameow, with nine lives and stuff. I'm glad to see you're okay."

"Thanks, Prof. And... I'm sorry I wasn't able to retrieve the Flute for you."

"Think nothing of it. The thief is behind bars, and you're not hurt. That's all that matters."

Professor Rowan then used ten minutes telling Ash all he knows about Bertha's strategies. It seems that the Professor was once a colleuge of the Elite. After wishing Ash good luck, Rowan said his farewell.

Ash placed his 2nd call to the Pewter City Gym. Forrest answered the call, but immediately handed the receiver to Brock, who just appeared.

"You sure get into lots of trouble when I'm not around, Ash," the breeder said, shaking his head. "Maybe I should have gone with you guys, after all."

"I don't find trouble. Trouble usually finds me."

Brock stared from left to right, then started speaking in whisper. Ash put his ear closer in the receiver. "Uh, so... You find good use to those articles I sent you? Those are grade-A material, you know."

Ash frowned at his friend. "Grade-A, alright. A grade-A ticket into trouble. My mom found them when Mimey was cleaning my room." Brock swallowed. "When I get back to Kanto, I'm planning on giving them back to you."

Brock shrugged. "Well, you can't blame a guy for trying to mature his best friend." Brock changed the subject. "Hikari and Max are travelling together. Hikari has already won two contest ribbons, and Max is already halfway in completing his Kanto badges. He says he's looking forward to that battle you promised him. He's now training for a Marshbadge."

"Well, I wish him luck with that. Hold on... Brock, could you forward a message to Max? If he's in Saffron City for his Marshbadge, then..."

The rest of the conversation went smoothly. At a quarter to 1:00, Ash walked into Jubilife City, ready for his match with Bertha. He seems confident about something, but neither Pikachu nor May was able to tell why.

Even after the disastrous events around the competition yesterday, many have still shown up to watch a new challenger fight the Elite trainer Bertha. The same rules as the match with Prima are applied, Ash was told.

"Are you ready, Ash?" Bertha called from the other side of the arena.

"You bet I am," Ash said.

The referee gave a signal. "Trainers, call your Pokemon."

Bertha took out her Golem. Ash called Pikachu to the battlefield.

"Ash vs. Bertha. First match: Pikachu vs. Golem. BEGIN!"

CONTINUED...

-Sorry for putting one big event in a single chapter. Believe me, i posted this as 3 separate chapters in FF.net.
-HEADS UP:
Ash, meanwhile, knew what he has to do(which we don't know ourselves). 'I've been saving this guy for this one,' he thought to himself, as he picked up what is unmistakably a Dusk Ball.

"Go, Gengar!"
EDIT: It worked! FINALLY! Thanks, Flamingoozaru!
EDIT#2: I have worked out some sort of OP animation. Plus, the final battle is already in script, so I won't forget about the details that I worked so hard for. PM me if you want to see both or either(I promise that the latter's draft won't spoil, just for anyone who 'reads the book only at the finish'.
 
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flamingoozaru

Well-Known Member
Nice, Ash beats both Bomb and Drill. Now going to face Bertha, she reminds me of Agatha... Croconaw now becomes a Feraligator and learn Hydro Cannon! And wow, Ash got back his Haunter turned Gengar? Sounds nice. And no problem with the spoiler help.
 
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Lord Zant

Two jobs. ugh
Cool! Ash got his Haunter back, I presume. Bertha reminds me of Agathe too, they really look alike. That WAS a really long chapter, I'm impressed. I nope Pikachu doesn't get too beat up against Golem. It was cool how you had Max and Hikari traveling together, I bet Ash asked Max to get his Gengar/Haunter. When will Ash beat Wire? Will he? I'm in suspence, don't stop now!
 
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Master_in_Training

Future Master
MY VERSION OF A POKEMON OP:

-Each paragraph interprets different scenes.

The controversial opening scene of Spurt. this time there were new additions(the Sinnoh team) and roster changes(Feraligatr and Ambipom). Pokemon who appeared(from left to right): Feraligatr, Snorlax, Kingler, Primeape, Butterfree, Pidgeot, Donphan, Noctowl, Ambipom, Luxray, Bulbasaur, Snover, Gengar, Charizard, Pikachu, Squirtle, Swellow, Glalie, Bayleef, Cyndaquil, Heracross, Torkoal, Muk, Tauros, Staravia, Grotle, Corphish, Sceptile

Ash runs along a coastline, followed by May and Pikachu. They were passed by Misty and Hikari in bicycles and Brock and Max on a jeep. As Ash and May waved to them, Charizard swoops in front of the screen.

Ash finds himself in the center of a field. He looks confused as several of his Pokemon appear, chasing/following their respective love interests(Charizard/Charla, his Bulbasaur/May's Bulbasaur, Butterfree/pink Butterfree, Pikachu/female Pikachu). A lovestruck Corphish follows them around the screen, but couldn't find a "partner". Corphish runs to the front of the screen blocking our view. But when the screen returns, Ash is now accompanied by May. Pichu, in May's arms, gives Ash its trademark cheer and uses Thunder on him.

Ash and Pikachu are standing on top of a cliff. They jump, and are picked up by Pidgeot. They fly off, soon followed by(in order) Charizard, Heracross, Noctowl, Swellow and Staravia. The "flock" fly past Team Rocket's balloon, spinning them around.

Ash stands on one end of the field, the Elite 4 on the other. Ash sends Luxray, Snover, Groltle and Staravia. Prima calls Glaceon, Bertha calls Golem, Bruno calls Hitmontop and Drake calls Salamence. The scene ends when both sides clash.

(goes to chorus)

The screen splits into two, and the second screen shrinks to the lower right corner of the first. The larger screen shows the Pokemon, and the smaller screen shows Pichu making an imitation on some of the Pokemon shown, with comic results.

The following Pokemon are shown performing their attacks:

-Luxray using Charge Beam

-Snover using Avalanche

-Grotle using Leaf Storm(Pichu throws leaves around him)

-Staravia using Brave Bird

-Ambipom using Double Attack

-Glalie using Ice Beam

-Torkoal using Heat Wave

-Corphish using Bubblebeam

-Swellow using Aerial Ace

-Donphan using Rollout(Pichu is rolling around, curled into a ball, but immediately stops due to dizzyness)

-Noctowl using Confusion

-Cyndaquil using Flamethrower

-Bayleef using Vine Whip

-Heracross using Megahorn(Pichu runs around, with a stick held on his head)

-Snorlax using Body Slam

-Lapras using Surf

-Tauros using Take Down

-Primeape using Mega Punch(Pichu tries an uppercut, but loses his balance)

-Muk using Toxic

-Gengar using Shadow Ball

-Kingler using Crabhammer

-Squirtle using Hydro Pump(instead of imitating Squirtle, Pichu is wearing Squirtle's shades. This prompted the former to stop attacking and go into the second screen to get it back)

-Bulbasaur using Razor Leaf

-Pidgeot using Wing Attack

-Butterfree using Silver Wind

The 3 stage 2s Charizard, Sceptile and Feraligatr form a triangle covering most of the screen. They fire Blast Burn, Frenzy Plant and Hydro Cannon simultaneously at the center. Smoke fills the area, and Pikachu dashes out of the smoke and straight toward the screen for a Volt Tackle.

At the final scene, the gang, along with all the Pokemon above, are getting ready to pose for a still-shot, but Ash is nowhere to be found. Ash then falls from above-screen, and shows his MasterBadge. An annoyed Pichu uses Thunder and Charizard, Flamethrower. The whole screen explodes, and ends with the MasterBadge in plain view covering the entire screen.

-Tell me what you think about it.
 
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Master_in_Training

Future Master
-Thanks for the opinions on the OP. I also have a EP, but you wouldn't want to see that. Believe me, it was "done in the middle of the night with a stomach full of cheese". Translated: It's disturbing...

EF21: Ground Days

Bertha started by having her Golem use Magnitude. The ground shook, the crowd with it, but Pikachu has jumped high in the air to escape the attack.

Bertha had Golem use Rollout again. The arena is now like a pinball machine, with Golem acting like a ball rolling around in different directions.

"Pikachu, Iron Tail!" Pikachu rammed Golem head-on, Iron Tail first. Golem was stopped in his tracks. Golem rolled backwards, into the divider wall surrounding the arena. But he rolled right back, aiming for ikachu.

Pikachu was nearly swiped, his tail almost trampled by Golem. The rock-type is now going faster by the second.

Suddenly, Ash had a sudden hare-brained idea. "Pikachu, use Thunder on the ground!"

Pikachu did as he was told, and released a powerful thunderbolt on to the ground. The targeted area broke at the force, and Golem is headed straight for it. Unable to stop, Golem crashed into the mess created by Pikachu's Thunder.

Trapped in the rubble, Golem is now an easy prey for Pikachu, who, from the air, tried to land another Iron Tail on Golem. But the rock pokemon reacted fast. His gigantic hands coming through the rocks, Golem managed to grab Pikachu by the tail before the Iron Tail hit, and hurled the mouse far into the wall in front of Ash!

Pikachu shook his head, as he was on all fours. By the time he recovered, Golem has now escaped from the "trap".

"Golem, Rock Blast!" From golem's shell, several rocks shot out at high speeds. Pikachu barely managed to evade each one, running around the field. Since the source of the Rock Blasts is Golem's shell, he doesn't need to turn around to keep aiming at Pikachu circling him around the arena.

"Use Earthquake," Bertha ordered. Golem stomped both feet to the ground, resulting in a powerful quake. Pikachu felt himself shaking during the vibrations, but before he can even recover, Golem slammed into him with a Tackle attack. Pikachu was smashed into another divider wall, and with the weight of Golem pushing him, Pikachu was crushed in between.

Golem stepped away, and the referee glanced at Pikachu. "Golem is the victor. This round goes to Bertha!"

Ash ran over to where his partner lay, and picked Pikachu up. Pikachu slowly opened his eyes, and looked apologetically at Ash(Sorry, Ash, I lost...)

"You did just fine, Pikachu," Ash appraised him. "For now, you need some rest."

A few minutes later, Pikachu is now resting in May's arms as Ash continued his match. For the second round, Bertha chose a Sudowoodo. Ash called his Snorlax.

"Second round. Snorlax vs. Sudowoodo. BEGIN!"

"Snorlax, give him a Mega Punch!"

"Sudowoodo, block it with Harden!"

The Imitation Pokemon's body "glinted", just as Snorlax delivered the blow. But Sudowoodo wasn't even hurt, due to a timed Harden.

"Sudowoodo, Copycat and then use Mega Punch yourself!" Sudowoodo aimed her punch at Snorlax's belly, but the attack bounced back, due to Snorlax's fat.

"Use Vital Throw, Snorlax!"

"Harden again before he hits." Sudowoodo once again Hardened, before being grabbed by Snorlax. The larger Pokemon lifted Sudowoodo into the air, and hurled him into the wall on Bertha's side of the field.

Unsurprisingly(due to Harden), Sudowoodo stood out of the rubble unharmed. But Snorlax didn't wait for her to revive, as he jumped into the air for his signature Body Slam.

In a split second, Sudowoodo narrowed her eyes, as the large shadow above loomed closer. Just as Snorlax hit his target, Sudowoodo used Double Team so it was only an illusion that Snorlax flattened. But the ground shook at the impact of the Body Slam, making it an Earthquake! The rock-type swayed, losing his balance.

Snorlax stood up, and, looming over Sudowoodo again, just fell face-first at the poor Pokemon. This time he was definitely hit.

For a few seconds, the crowd watched as Snorlax was motionless on the ground. Then they could hear snoring coming from the giant.

Ash slapped his own forehead. "What a way to finish."

'Snorlax fell asleep!' May thought.

Snorlax rolled over in his sleep to reveal Sudowoodo, who fainted at the impact. The ref was speechless as well. It took him another few seconds to make his announcement.

"Uh, the victor is... Well, uh... Hold on, who did win?" The referee stepped off his position and spoke to a few officials before he can clearly make an announcement. "O-kay. So, both combatants are unble to battle. This round is a tie!"

Bertha shook her head in amusement as she and Ash recalled their respective Pokemon. "Your Snorlax is definitely a powerhouse, Ash. When he wants to be..."

Ash hung his head in embarrasment. "Yeah. Now even I wonder why I chose him for this one..." Then Ash smiled. "At least he was able to stay awake enough..."

The referee cleared his throat to cut Ash and Bertha's conversation. The two snapped back into concentrating on their battle.

"Hippowdon, go!" The large, black-skinned(female) Weight Pokemon appeared, accompanied by a stream of sand. Her Sand Stream ability acted up, creating another Sandstorm.

Bertha is shown now wearing goggles, to shield her eyes. The people in the crowd, however, don't have one, so they have to shield themselves with their hands instead.

Ash, meanwhile, knew what he has to do(which we don't know ourselves). 'I've been saving this guy for this one,' he thought to himself, as he picked up what is unmistakably a Dusk Ball.

"Go, Gengar!"

(FLASHBACK, in Kanto)

"That's why he needs Haunter. Ash thinks that that Haunter can be his secret weapon."

It is Max, explaining everything to Sabrina, the official trainer of Haunter and gym leader of Saffron City. Ever since she met Ash(and Haunter), Sabrina has now shed her cold personality.

The Saffron Gym reflected this, as instead of a cold laboratory, now doubles as a recreational center. Friendly tutors are teaching children to better communicate with their Pokemon. There is also a stage show where several psychic-types are performing "magic tricks" on a wide audience.

Haunter was among those performing, as a clown(he is a practical joker, after all). When Max an hikari walked into the gym, Haunter knew immediately that they were friends of Ash (probably due to clairvoyance).

Haunter is now playing tricks on Hikari and her Pokemon. First, haunter gave Hikari a gift wrapped present, which blew up on her face, revealing confetti. Prinplup was rolling around, laughing, until she was phased through by Haunter's remote hand, sending shivers down the Pokemon's spine.

"Hmm," Sabrina muttered, lost in thought. "He's going to use Haunter? Against an Elite's ground-type?"

"How did you- Never mind. Yeah, maybe Haunter has something that Ash needs."

Sabrina crossed her arms, lost in thought. Then, "This gym's 'uber' status was tarnished when that friend of yours defeated me by making me laugh."

At first, Max thought Sabrina is going to decline. But... "Why not? Haunter is officially his, not mine." Max sighed in relief. "And... May I make a suggestion?"

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"She gave Haunter to you?" Ash asked, flabbergasted.

"Yeah, sort of. Haunter is officially mine now."

Max has now called Ash after obtaining Haunter. "Why did she do that?" Ash asked.

Haunter appeared in front of the screen by phasing through Max. He says hello to Ash by showing off his Lick attack on the screen. Both Ash and Max sweatdropped.

It took Max a few minutes to remove Haunter's slobber from the screen before continuing. "Sabrina suggested a trade. If Haunter is traded to you, he will evolve. She thinks that Gengar would be a perfect battler, or so she says. Who am I to question a gym leader?"

Ash shrugged. "That makes sense. But, the question is, who am I going to trade?"

A few minutes later, Ash was kneeling in front of a disapproving Sceptile. It seems that Ash is pleading with the Forest pokemon to make the temporary trade.

Sceptile(You're lucky I have a soft spot for you and Max. Make sure this is just temporary.)

Ash returned to the videophone with Sceptile in his Pokeball. Max showed Ash Haunter's Pokeball, which is actually a Dusk Ball. "Haunter is ready in my Dusk Ball. I promise to take care of Sceptile while he's with me. Rose will certainly be happy."

"Rose?"

Max grinned sheepishly. "My own Grovyle. Would you believe he is a she? And I think Sceptile had quite an influence on her..."

Shrugging it off with amusement, Ash placed Sceptile's Pokeball on the link-trade machine beside the phone. Max did the same with the Dusk Ball. In a few seconds, the Dusk Ball replaces the Pokeball, and vice-versa.

Ash called out Haunter. Sure enough, just as soon as Haunter came out of the Dusk Ball, he was engulfed by white light, and he evolves into Gengar. Ash looked proudly at his new Pokemon, and scanned him in the Pokedex:

Gengar, the Shadow Pokemon

The evolved form of Haunter. It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees F.

May and Pikachu, who were outside with the other Pokemon, just came in to check what was the light they saw coming from inside. Ash immediately recalled Gengar and hid the Dusk Ball in his pocket. He plans on keeping Gengar an absolute secret until the time is right.

(END FLASHBACK)

"I didn't know Ash had a Gengar," May wondered. She took out her Pokedex with her free hand(the other was holding Pikachu) and examined Gengar:

Gengar, the Shadow Pokemon

The evolved form of Haunter. Lurking in the shadowy corners of rooms, it awaits chances to steal its prey's life force.


Gengar floated a few feet from the ground in front of Ash, who was earlier given sandproof goggles of his own. The sandstorm is just phasing through the ghost Pokemon's ethereal body.

"Third round. Gengar vs. Hippowdon. BEGIN!"

"Hippowdon, Rock Tomb!"

"Gengar, show off your Night Shade attack!" Gengar's eyes glowed red, then black. The sandstorm was covered in blacklight. Hippowdon, momentarily blinded by the attack, released her Rock Tomb just a few feet in front of her, missing Gengar completely.

When the blacklight disappeared, Bertha gave her next command. "Go for another Rock Tomb!"

This time Ash didn't order Gengar to use Night Shade. "Close in for a Lick attack!"

Gengar expertly evaded the Rock Tomb, and touched Hippowdon by her large nose, tongue first. Hippowdon shivered at the contact, and Gengar hovered away.

"Nice work, Gengar," Ash complimented his ghost Pokemon. 'Boy, this is the first time I used Haunter in anything battle-related. And here he is, now a Gengar.'

Hippowdon recovered from her shock, and used Sand-attack on Gengar! This time it is Gengar that was blinded. As the Shadow pokemon tried to rub the sand off, Hippowdon closed in for a Bite attack!

Gengar flinched at the attack. Hippowdon, her jaw still locked on her opponent, shook him with incredible force, dizzying Gengar. Then Hippowdon tossed Gengar into the hole created ealrier in Pikachu's battle.

"Sand Tomb." Hippowdon appeared above Gengar, who is now trapped in the hole. From Hippowdon's mouth spilled gallons of sand, intending to bury Gengar! For some reason, Gengar couldn't phase through the attack.

Ash is getting desperate. If Gengar loses this, then Ash will lose the entire match!

CONTINUED...

-You don't need a Heads Up for the next chapter.
-Gengar, though he has the ability Levitate, he is now being drowned by Sand Tomb, a ground-type move. Go figure...
 
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great chapter, lol, now Sceppy has two girls (Well he's not that interested in Rose though)
 
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Master_in_Training

Future Master
-The last cliffhanger was completely unavoidable.

EF22: Smash Finish

We left the last episode with Ash's Gengar trapped in Hippowdon's Sand Tomb. And the way the situation is now, tomb may be a right name for the attack.

Ash, completely new to using clairvoyant(either psychic or ghost) Pokemon(save for Noctowl), doesn't know what to do next. Right now the Sand Tomb is just above Gengar's mouth. In a few more seconds, Gengar will be buried alive!

"Gengar, why can't you phase through the trap?" Ash shouted to his Pokemon.

Gengar looked dumbfounded just as the Sand Tomb now rose above his eyes. It seems that he has completely forgotten about being a ghost! A transparent Gengar rose above the Sand Tomb, and Ash slapped his head as May and the crowd sweatdropped.

Gengar shrugged sheepishly at his trainer. "Never mind. Use Psychic, NOW!" Gengar emitted some sort of telekinetic force, which hit Hippowdon. The latter was knocked back and forth by Psychic.

When Gengar released Hippowdon from Psychic, the Weight Pokemon was dazed. Gengar dared no to close in, so as not to provoke another Bite attack from Hippowdon. Instead...

"Gengar, Shadow Ball!" Gengar's hands began forming a ball of supernatural energy. He hurled it towards Hippowdon. But...

"Protect, Hippowdon!" A green barrier appeared Hippowdon, protecting her from the attack! The impact of Protect and Shadow Ball was so intense, that the sandstorm temporarily parted ways at the shockwave.

"Shadow Claw!" Gengar delivered a Shadow Claw without hesitation. Hippowdon was knocked out, and with her the Sandstorm died.

Sand was all over the battlefield, and the referee saw the results. "Gengar is the victor. This round goes to Ash!"

Ash jumped in the air. Gengar tried to hug Ash. But he just phased through, sending shivers down his trainer's spine. Ash was still shivering when he returned Gengar to his Dusk Ball.

'One all. All I need is to win the next one, and I'll defeat Bertha.'

Bertha smiled. "Now, let's finish this. Torterra!" Bertha's Continent Pokemon appeared.

Now all that Ash needs is to defeat Torterra, and he'll have this match in the bag. However, maybe Torterra is Bertha's strongest Pokemon, not her Hippowdon, with that Frenzy Plant of hers!

'Uh, who do I have that can fight Torterra?' An image of Feraligatr grinning at him with a Peace finger appeared in his head. Ash shook the disturbing image off. 'Definitely not! He'll be a crocodile-kabob with Frenzy Plant!'

"So, Ash, we are waiting," Bertha commented. "What other surprises do you have in store for all of us?" Her Torterra roared in agreement.

'I called you back from the lab for this, so don't fail me,' Ash mouthed to a Pokeball he took out. "Go, Staravia!"

(FLASHBACK)

A/N: For how (quoting May: "less than two hours") long did Ash exactly spend on the phone? A little reaqcuainting with Brock, forwarding to Max, then waiting for a reply, and now a fourth call to Professor Oak's? Wow, he's running Bertha a long phone bill. XD

"You want Staravia?" Professor Oak asked.

"Yeah, Professor Oak. You see, one of Bertha's Pokemon is a Torterra, and I want to make use of him for this battle."

The dark-brown and white Starling Pokemon hovered at the Professor's side. "Well, he seems to be happy that you're calling him back. But who are you going to send back in exchange."

"Luxray here has been through a lot lately. He deserves a break now."

(END FLASHBACK)

Staravia appeared, and his wings blew the sand from below him.

"Fourth round. Staravia vs. Torterra. BEGIN!"

"Torterra, use the sand for Rock Polish!" Torterra lowered herself to the ground. Withdrawing her legs, she then spun around. The sand began coating around Torterra's body, as a polishing agent.

"Staravia, use Brave Bird before Torterra finishes!" Staravia flew low, wings folded, and dashed towards the spinning Pokemon. Torterra stopped spinning, and easily evaded the Brave Bird by stepping sideways.

"Rock Polish greatly increases the speed of the user," Bertha told Ash. "Now, my Torterra can move as fast as a Rapidash, and her moves will be fast as well."

As Staravia got out of his dive, Torterra launched Razor Leaf(s) at him. Staraptor was easily hit by the very fast projectiles. It seems that the hit has Staravia hurtling downwards, but at the last minute he barrel-rolled a mere inches off the ground.

"Staravia, let's go speed for speed. Agility!" Staravia folded his wings in front of him, and closed his eyes in concentration. In a split second, Staravia spread his wings wide and opned his eyes. The flying Pokemon demonstrated his increased speed by flying in circles around Torterra. The sand picked up in his path, and the battlefield is covered in a cloud of dust.

Staravia appeared above the cloud, and Torterra was nowhere to be seen. Just then parts of the dust clouds broke when the hidden Torterra fired another Razor Leaf at Staravia. But the quickened starling easily evaded every one.

When the dust finally cleared, Torterra and Staravia were staring each other in the eyes.

"Wood Hammer, Torterra!" To everyone's surprise, Torterra jumped high into the air, and was able to slam into Staravia! Their bodies still in contact, Torterra and Staravia fell to the ground. Torterra landed on all four feet, while Staravia hit the ground back first.

"Staravia!" The Starling Pokemon struggled to stand up, but at his trainer's words he was able to summon the strength to stand up.

Then Bertha had Torterra use Wood Hammer again. This time as well Staravia wasn't able to evade the attack. Torterra continued pushing Staravia, but Staravia summoned the last of his strength to fly at the last moment before he was squashed between Torterra between the wall.

Staravia was barely keeping in flight due to the damage he sustained. His wings hobbled as he tries to keep in the air.

"Are you allright? We have to keep on going. Go for one Wing Attack, Staravia!" Staravia flew towards Torterra, wings spread wide. It was a sucessful hit-and-run(er, -fly), as Staravia managed to swoop in for a hit, before being countered.

"Roost, Staravia," Ash immediately ordered. Staravia perched himself in front of Ash in his pedestal. Ash could see his Pokemon breathing heavily. The starling gave him a thumbs-up with the tips of his wings. The Roost enabled him to restore his lost stamina. "Okay, then, let's continue this battle!"

Staravia flew at the direction Ash was pointing, straight towards Torterra for another Wing Attack. The resulting collision had the sand pick up again. And no one will be able to see the results.

The crowd shielded themselves from the dust created by the impact between the two Pokemon.

When visibility was clear again, Ash looked for his Pokemon. Bertha, however, is looking at the giant mass of Torterra in the center of the arena. She was motionless.

Finally, Ash spotted Staravia. He is sprawled on Torterra's back, also motionless.

"Both Staravia and Torterra are unable to battle. This round is a tie," the referee announced.

"This is turning out to be one great match," a spectator behind May said. "That challenger was able to tie, twice, against our Elite Bertha!"

"Yeah," his companion agreed, along with a dozen others. "Who knows? This battle could go either way."

May couldn't help but smile to herself. 'At least this time no one is trying to make Ash feel bad.'

The crowd now began cheering for both sides. Before it was only for Bertha, but now even Ash is getting some cheers of encouragement.

'Another tie,' Ash and Bertha both thought.

'This kid really lives up to a good reputation. I am proud to have to fight him.'

'This last match will be the tiebreaker. I can't afford to lose now. Chances are-'

'He will use that water-type of his, Feraligatr. No more Miss Nice Lady this time, Ash.'

"Go, Feraligatr!" Ash called out his Big Jaw Pokemon.

"Go, Rhyperior!"

Ash and Feraligatr found themselves facing the same species that they fought against Drill in the competition. However, this one seems a tad bit larger than usual. The giant towered a few feet above Feraligatr, who should be about the same height as a normal Rhyperior.

"Final match. Feraligatr vs. Rhyperior. BEGIN!"

"Rock Blast," Bertha ordered.

Ash decided that it would be too soon to use Hydro Cannon, so he made another kind of offensive. "Hydro Pump!"

The two projectiles met in the middle, but Feraligatr's Hydro Pump was able to push the rock back at the source. Yet, Rhyperior only covered himself with his right shoulder-blade, and the rock was turned to dust.

Feraligatr didn't wait for Rhyperior to stop blocking. Planting his feet, Feraligatr jumped forward to land a Metal Claw. At the right moment, Rhyperior used his defending arm to swipe Feraligatr, tossing the latter aside. Feraligatr dug his claws into the ground so as to reduce the force of the push. He stopped a mere inch away from the divider wall.

Feraligatr rolled over to all fours, and fired another Hydro Pump. The Drill Pokemon didn't even turn around to face the attack. He was hit sideways, and, as expected, Solid Rock makes it ineffective.

When the crocodile stopped Hydro Pump for a breather, he didn't get the chance. Rhyperior fired another Rock Blast, two in sucession, at his opponent. The first nearly hit Feraligatr's left side, but the second was a direct hit. Feraligatr had the air knocked out of him as the bullet-like projectile hit him in the stomach.

Leaning against the divider wall, Feraligatr is clutching the part of his gut where the Rock Blast hit. Now Rhyperior is moving, and Ash knows it won't be a good thing.

"Giga Impact!" Bertha ordered. Rhyperior, surprisingly fast, dashed towards Feraligatr, trying to ram into him.

"Get out of the way, Feraligatr!" Too late, Feraligatr was slammed into the wall, so hard, that the crowd above shook in place. Though he was shaking himself, Rhyperior managed to jump backwards, away from Feraligatr.

Feraligatr shook the pain out of his head. Ash leaned in his direction, trying to see if his Pokemon is okay. Feraligatr noticed this, and gave him a thumbs-up and (coincidentally) a peace sign.

Ash laughed in his head, remembering the bizarre illusion he had(prev. chapter). 'I know you won't be defeated after that, pal. Thank you.' "Now, Feraligatr, try for Metal Claw again!"

Feraligatr jumped at his trainer's words. Both claws glowing, he used them to slash Rhyperior. The latter countered with dual Stone Edges.

The two Pokemon are now standing toe to toe in the center of the arena, exchanging blows with the attacks above. The Big Jaw was able to withstand the larger Pokemon's attacks, and vice-versa.

Feraligatr tried a Metal Claw uppercut, and Rhyperior countered with a low Stone Edge. The two attacks kept cancelling out each other. Both combatants jumped backwards to take breathers.

The crowd started clapping, slowly, a clap a second, to recognize the efforts of the two Pokemon. May joined in, and also Pikachu, who just woke up at the sound of the claps.

"You hear that, Ash?" Bertha called to him across the field. "The crowd loves you and your Pokemon." She joined the crowd in the applause.

"Heh, look who's talking. You're their hometown heroine," was Ash' friendly retort. He, too, began clapping to encourage Feraligatr.

Feraligatr(They love me! They really love me!)

Rhyperior(You are one strange Pokemon, you know that?)

Pikacu from the stands(Yeah, he is!)

"Okay, Ash, let's finish this. Rhyperior, go for another Giga Impact!"

"Feraligatr, I know you can defend yourself from this attack. I'm counting on you, buddy!"

Fueled by their trainers's, and the crowd's, cheering, both Pokemon braced for the next impact, each with a smile on their face.

"Double Barrel Rock Blast!" Rhyperior aimed both arms at Feraligatr, who was poised, ready to move. A barrage of rock-bullets shot from the openings of Rhyperior's hands. He's like a mad gunman wielding two Uzis!

An enthusiastic Ash gave his next command. "Feraligatr, use Earthquake!" Feraligatr slammed his claws into the ground. The impact made the sand rise up again, acting as a wall! The sand reduced the momentum of the Rock Blasts, and Feraligatr stopped them with multiple Water Guns.

"Hydro Pump!" The "sand wall" broke at the center, where Feraligatr's Hydro Pump shot out.

Rhyperior shielded himself with both arms this time. But, still firing Hydro Pump, Feraligatr resisted the recoil force of his own attack to run towards Rhyperior for a Metal Claw. Rhyperior saw this, and lowered one of his hands to counter with Stone Edge.

The two/four attacks met in a powerful explosion that knocked both Pokemon backwards. When they recovered, the two Pokemon wasted no time in charging back in for more physical attacks.

Rhyperior threw Ferlaigatr over the shoulder for a Vital Throw. To retaliate, Ferligatr, from behind, fired another Hydro Pump. The Drill Pokemon was hit in the back, forcing him forward, away from Feraligatr.

Feraligatr quickly recovered from his fall, and chased after his opponent. Feraligatr charged Rhyperior from the back with a Skull Bash. The Big Jaw pinned the Drill at the divider wall next to Bertha.

Rhyperior Mega Punched Feraligatr away from himself, hitting the latter's jaw. Feraligatr reeled backwards. As Rhyperior stood from the spot where he crashed, Feraligatr, meanwhile, was standing up with Torrent acting up.

'And so, it's time.' "Feraligatr, go get ready to fire!" Feraligatr, his face locked in a concentrated frown, dropped on all fours, his eyes giving off a blue glint. He's going to need the combined drag of his arms and legs for this one.

"Rhyperior, brace yourself!"

"HYDRO CANNON!" It was de ja vu. Ferligatr letting it all out with his most powerful attck, and the target, Rhyperior, trying to withstand the attack.

Feraligatr finally stopped, breathing heavily. He is still on all fours.

Rhyperior, meanwhile, still is standing tall. He gave Feraligatr a small smile(Good job). But, then, his eyes faltered, and he fell to the ground. Feraligatr struggled to stand on his hind legs, and gave the loudest roar he can give.

The crowd, at first silent, broke the sound barrier with their applause. "Rhyperior is out of the battle. Victory goes to Feraligatr!" the ref happily announced.

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Ash, his Pokemon and Bertha stood on the stage in front of the Underground and the arena. The Elite took the former's MasterBadge. A few seconds with it, and the badge is now shining in two colors: the previous white, and now a shining brown.

Ash held the badge high to the sun, and his Pokemon admired it as well. Ash rolled his fingers around the badge, and punched it upwards.

"YEAH! I got a MasterBadge!" 'Oh, wait. I've already said that. Never mind.' All his Pokemon cheered.

Bertha nodded, and the spectators started clapping like before.

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Later, at Bertha's manor... Ash and May are now preparing to leave. May was sitting down on Ash's bed as Ash was checking if everything's already packed. Pikachu and the other Pokemon are at the yard outside playing and watching Gengar's magic tricks.

"So, what now?" May asked.

"It's to Johto now. Bertha told me that the Elite there is Bruno."

"You met this guy?"

"Yeah, only once and briefly. I think he specialises in fighting-types."

May thought for a moment, before speaking. "Ash, can I ask you something?"

"Sure. What is it?"

May looked at him with puppy-dog eyes. "Can we stay a little longer here? Not here, in Jubilife, but in Sinnoh. I want to see more of this region..."

Ash scratched his head. But before he could answer, Bertha walked in. "Forgive me for listening in, but maybe you can spend a little more time here in Sinnoh after all."

Ash and May turned to her. "What do you mean?" May asked.

"There could be plenty of time before now and Bruno's Cup. You see, Bruno is going to make the event coincide with another. I think it's the annual P-1 Grand Prix."

Ash and May looked at each other. Ash shrugged, and smiled. "So, we have some free time after all."

CONTINUED...
-HEADS UP:

As Ash lay on his bed, he is not looking forward to the next day, for he knows that with May, it would all be about 'girly stuff'. May, meanwhile, was thinking the opposite as she lay on her bed. She thinks that tomorrow would be all about training for Ash. They both sighed as they drifted to sleep.
 
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flamingoozaru

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I find it a little hard to believe that the trickster Haunter now Gengar, is actually fighting seriously, guess Evolution can change you, that or Gengar is actually helping Ash. Ash is in a difficult position in a 0-1 with a Tie.

EDIT:After finishing my review, you post another chapter? Well, two ties, that was unexpected and looks like we are going to get more shippiness! The spoiler, looks like something going to go wrong...
 
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EarthBorn

ConVulATiON
Hi! I just finished reading your story. Brilliantly executed, and a good job. However, I was surprised t read that Max and Dawn have already made SO much progress in a short span of time. It can hardly be 2 weeks between the Time Ash left them and Ash facing Bertha. After all, Ash took an entire year to finish earning his Kanto Badges (from Varidian City to Varidian City).
 
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Master_in_Training

Future Master
-And so, this is the point where my fic stands right now. So don't expect by-the-day(or, -review) posts from me.
-Welcome to my drabbling, Earthborn. BTW, even before Ash and May left the gang for Sinnoh, Max has already earned two badges(Boulder and Cascade). According to my continuity, Max has earned four. So earning two more badges on the sidelines was a no brainer.
-Annihilator Zero, you earn a point for learning that Ash has some of Brock's, er, material. I just put it in for fun. Also, can I "TM" that 'Sceppy' name you cooked up? it could provide some more fun for me to write.
-Maybe you'll get bored with this one. It's only filler, but it's AdvanceShipping (and FireGrassShipping) filler.

EF23:Acting not so Alike

Before leaving Jubilife City, Ash made his mandatory call to Professor Oak's.

"Congratulations, Ash. Two in a row? You're making quite a record for yourself with your Pokemon."

"Thanks, Professor."

"Call your mother. She's pretty anxious to hear from you."

Shrugging, Ash placed a call to his house. It was Mimey who answered.

Mr. Mime(Hello, Ash.)

"Mimey, is my mom there? Professor Oak told me she wanted to hear from me."

Mr. Mime( Delia! Ash is calling!)

Delia Ketchum appeared on the monitor beside her Mr. Mime. She is carrying a white egg with red spots.

Ash was shocked. "Mom, is that-?"

"Yes, honey. Mimey has, um, met another Mr. Mime from the lab, and, well... Look what happened!"

Mimey blushed as she, seen in the background, was clumsily sweeping the floor. Ash hung his head. 'I called home for this?'

"Ash, it'd be like you're going to have a little brother..." Ash just stared at his mother, who was now cuddling with the egg. "And speaking of which, don't forget to change your you-know-whats, okay? And don't do anything that could make you atart a family early, okay?"

Ash facefaulted backwards in his seat.

After his mom, Ash called back at the lab to ask for his Heracross. So far, Heracross is the only fighting-type on Ash's entire team. He would be a good candidate for the Bruno's Cup, which will be held after two weeks.

Ash sent his Snorlax back in exchange for the Singlehorn Pokemon.

---

While on their "Sinnoh vacation", Ash decided to take May to Pastoria City. He thought May would be happy to see more Sinnoh Pokemon, and the Safari Zone is a good place to start.

However, May was less enthusiastic when she heard the name. "You're taking me to a place called Great Marsh? What sort of girl do you think I am to go to someplace that's a swamp?"

"I thought you would want to see some more Sinnoh Pokemon, so-"

"Ash, right now all I want is to take your mind off Pokemon battles. We still have two weeks until the Cup in Johto begins, so let's treat this trip like a vacation."

May looked at her Pokegear, which was updated with a detailed "world map". After browsing in the Sinnoh section, something caught her. "HERE! I want to go here!"

Ash peered over her shoulder to see the Pokegear showing a map of-

"Floaroma Town? But, May, that's-"

"A place that's 'Vivid and scented'? That means flowers, and the map shows it as well. This place is perfect! It is-"

"Too girly for me," Ash muttered.

May stared at him. "Ash, this is my first time in Sinnoh. I want to go to places that I really want to see! You, you've been travelling here for over a year now. Besides, Floaroma is much closer here."

"Pikachu, help me," Ash hissed to his partner, who was on his shoulder.

Pikachu shook his head(Sorry, pal, but you're on your own). Pikachu jumped off Ash's shoulder and onto May's.

"Traitor..."

Pikacu(you said it yourself. I quote, 'Never get on a girl's bad side. EVER...' Take your own advise, pal.)

---

And so, Ash and May and their Pokemon are now heading to Floaroma Town, much to Ash's dismay. To compensate, Ash decided to begin training Heracross along the way.

Route 204 is not exactly a very large route, but how long it took Ash and May to get from Jubilife to Floaroma, we'll never know. Ash spent half the trip training Heracross, making their trip longer than expected.

May looked at Ash disapprovingly as he stopped for the fifth time to train. They were already an hour away from Jubilife City, but they haven't even reached halfway through the route yet!

"Okay, Heracross, Focus Punch!" Ash had Feraligatr and Gengar help with the training. The former is digging for large boulders to target, while the latter is using Psychic to hover the boulders. Heracross smashed through the targets with ease.

'At this rate, we'll reach Floaroma by night fall,' May thought, frowning.

---

May must be psychic, because indeed it was nightfall when they finally reach their destination.

"Terrific, Ash. Because of your training, the town is probably asleep right now," May said to her boyfriend.

"Hey, it's been a long time since I last used Heracross. I have to keep him in shape for the competition, you know..."

May shook her head and sighed. "How does that old saying go? 'You can take the trainer out of the battle, but you can't take the battle out of the trainer'..."

The two checked in the Pokemon Center in the center of town. They had their Pokemon refreshed, and took a room. This time, there is a bed for each of them.

As Ash lay on his bed, he is not looking forward to the next day, for he knows that with May, it would all be about 'girly stuff'. May, meanwhile, was thinking the opposite as she lay on her bed. She thinks that tomorrow would be all about training for Ash. They both sighed as they drifted to sleep.

---

The next morning, May woke up to find that Ash is already outside the Pokemon Center training. May sighed as she peered out the window to see a large boulder being hurled across the window where she was looking.

Ash is still trainig Heracross, using the training regime he was using yesterday. Heracross is just as invigorated as his trainer, not missing out on the targets he was aiming for. Feraligatr, meanwhile, is beside the wall of the Center. It seems Ash has tired out the Big Jaw Pokemon, too. But, actually, he is always like that.

"It's a wonder that he's not waking anyone with that racket," May muttered, rubbing her eyes.

May went out of their room and out of the Center to join Ash. She found Pikachu sitting on a bench next to Feraligatr, nodding himself to sleep. She sat beside Pikachu, which prompted the latter to snap back awake.

Pikachu(You tried your best, May.)

May looked like she understood what Pikachu said. "I'm not giving up," she told the Electric Mouse.

May and Pikachu watched, and endured(in the case of Feraligatr's loud snoring), the training session. Finally, the sound of a growl coming from Ash's stomach could mean their salvation. For the first time, Ash noticed May was there.

"Oh, hey, May. Good morning," Ash said cheerfully. Pikachu and May both hung their heads, sighing. "Want to get some breakfast?"

"Ash, you're the most absent-minded person I know."

"Huh? Why?"

May shook her head. Pikachu did the same. "You're so much focused on training that you didn't even notice me come over. Humph. Some boyfriend you turn out to be..." May walked away. Pikachu followed her back into the Cener to get something to eat.

Ash stared blankly at the two. "What'd I do? I just said to get some breakfast..."

At those words, Feraligatr woke up, drooling(Did someone say breakfast?). Ash stared at his Pokemon, and shook his head.

Heracross(I could go for food as well. I wonder how they serve honey here?)

---

Now, Ash, May and their Pokemon are enjoying a well-deserved breakfast. May kept throwing disapproving looks at Ash, which confused the latter to why.

"Today, no training, understand? I want to see those flower fields Information told me about this town."

Ash sighed. 'I knew it. Girly stuff...'

"Ash..."

"Fine, fine... Sheesh..."

Pikachu looked at the two trainers(Am I glad Sceptile's not here. He may be going to rant about that dark side of females bit again...)

Blaziken(And where is he?)

Pikachu(He's with Max and, uh, uh-)

Blaziken raised her eyes(Go on. With Max and whom?)

'Oh, man, Sceptile's going to kill me for this...' (W-with Max's Grovyle...)

Blaziken(Well, there's no problem with that...)

Feraligatr(Yeah, Rose is- Ooops...) Pikachu slapped his head.

Blaziken(Rose? Why that- That two-timing...) One of Blaziken's fists flared up.

Pikachu stared at Feraligatr(Great. Try explaining that to Sceptile when he gets back...)

Feraligatr looked crestfallen(As if he's got enough bad blood against me already... Besides, it's not like Sceptile is like Ash...)

Now both Blaziken's fists flared up. Pikachu (Oh, joy... If Sceptile returns, and survives this, he's going to shish-kebab us...)

Feraligatr(True... If he survives this... Or, if he finds out...)

Pikachu(If... If is good...)

Donphan, Heracross and Gengar exchanged amused looks. They also tried to stifle their laughs. Staravia just shook his head in a mixture of amusement and disbelief.

---

After breakfast, Ash took May(or is it the other way around?) to Floaroma's landmark: a flower field thirty square meters in size. This garden has the largest collection of every flower of every kind. Ash kept his head hung as May took the sleepy guide around(again, it should be the other way around) the field, admiring every flower in sight.

The tour took them to the center of the field where a small statue is erected. The subject of the statue is a small hedgehog-like creature.

"Is that a Pokemon?" Ash asked the guide, his interest suddenly rising.

"Yes," the guide answered. "Shaymin, the Gratitude Pokemon. Legends say that, long ago, this land used to be a barren wasteland. No matter how much people try to make the land beautiful, it always fails. But when a kind heart wished for a blessing of nature, and the whole areaburst into bloom."

"Wow," Ash and May said together.

Ash stared at the statue of Shaymin, and trained his Pokedex on it:

Shaymin, the Gratitude Pokemon

Although it lives in flower fields, it curls its body up like a flower and therefore people seldom pay notice even when they see it.

"That's strange," Ash wondered.

"What is it?" May asked, turning to him.

"How come the Pokedex was able to analyze data on Shaymin when I was only pointing it at the statue?" Ash and May continued to stare at the statue in puzzlement, but then shrugged it off.

---

The couple's next stop is(much to Ash's dismay) the "Pick a Peck of Colors Flower Shop". May and Pikachu browsed at all the flower bouquets and berries on display. Ash is still lagging behind, not so enthusiastic about how their trip is going.

Right now, May, as well as a few other sightseers, are being shown how to make Poffin.

'Uh, oh... If May got the idea to make her Poffin, then, D-Day...'

---

Fortunately, for Ash(and perhaps all the Pokemon), making the Poffin was the least of May's interests. Now she's inching to get to the next town.

CONTINUED...

-No heads up for this one, either. This is where my FF.net story stands rgiht now as well. I'll update at unknown intervals from now on. But I'll make sure they'll be updated ASAP.
 
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Master_in_Training

Future Master
-You guys don't even come close. (huge sigh)

EF24: Johto, Here we Come

After much debating, Ash has finally convinced May to finish their Sinnoh vacation at short notice. He wants to get to Johto ASAP so he can train better if he knew what sort of competition the Bruno's Cup would be.

They made one last stop back, in Sandgem Town. Ash decided to drop by Professor Rowan's lab again. The large steel gates opened to let them in. Strangely, the guard Pokemon are nowhere to be found. Ash and May walked to the lab, where a female assistant welcomed them.

"What happened to the security?" May asked curiously.

"Well, now that the Azure Flute is stolen, there's no need for high security," the assistant answered. She took the trainers back to Rowan's office. "The Professor will be with you shortly."

Ash and May sat on the couch, with Pikachu in between. Moments later, Rowan stepped in. He greeted his two guests and took a seat behind his desk.

"So you're leaving Sinnoh now? I'm sorry to hear that."

"Well, I should have seen more of Sinnoh if a certain someone didn't find my pick of vacation spots 'too girly'," May muttered airily. Pikachu nodded in agreement.

"Come on, May, we have to make a headstart on Johto if I want to make it in time for the competition," Ash countered. He's not angry, just, uh, impatient. He tried to change the subject to keep his mind off May's disappointment. "By the way, Professor, when we were in Floaroma Town, I examined the statue of the Pokemon Shaymin there. The Pokedex was able to file the data? How come? Is it because the statue is Shaymin?"

Rowan thought for a moment before making an answer. "Maybe. Or maybe it's because, since the legend says that Shaymin created the flower field, the Pokemon left something of itself enough for the Pokedex to pick up."

"You think so? Shaymin must have been really powerful..."

"Well, it is classified as a Legendary, after all..."

May looked at the clock on the wall. "Well, Mister In a Hurry, we'd better go, or the boat will leave without us."

Ash stared art her back as May, carrying Pikachu, went outside. It was his turn to sigh and shake his head. "Girls. Go figure..."

Rowan was a little bit amused. "I may be a renowned professor, but even I can help you with their logic..."

Ash smiled. "Thanks, professor. I'll keep that in mind..."

---

As the trainers left, Rowan opened a drawer in his desk. It was the same drawer where he locked the Azure Flute before. But, instead of a really-looking important relic, all it contains are files. Then, he picked up a phone.

"I want to send some security to Floaroma Town," he was saying to someone on the phone. "I have a feeling that our enemies will go after the statue there."

"Yes, sir. I will send for our best men immediately, Professor."

---

Pikachu seemed happy. Really happy. Why? The boat that he and his human companions are boarding is the S.S. Mollusk. He's happy that he may find O-(She-)chu again.

Ash and May are heading back to Kanto first. For Ash it is to deal with something(Brock's "present"). After that, they will be taking a route to Tohjo Falls. Then, a little detour on New Bark Town, and finally riding a second ferry on Cherrygrove City that will take them to Cianwood.

The captain of the ship recognized Ash and May as previous passengers of his. This is largely due to the fact that their Pokemon caused a little bit of mayhem when they last boarded. Still, he welcomed them. So, the Pokemon "gang" are now making themselves at home at different spots on the ship.

Feraligatr is once again lounging with fellow "sloth" Munchlax. Blaziken is seen on the upper deck, practicing her Blaze Kick, which she plans on using on a two-timing Sceptile when they meet(she must really feel jealous). Staravia and Heracross decided to exercise their wings by flying along the port side of the boat. Gengar is seen by the entertainment hall in the lower decks, putting on a magic show for a few guests, assisted by Espeon.

At one of the lounge chairs in the port side, supervising his flying Pokemon, is Ash, wearing only bathing shorts, his jacket and the cap. At first, he thinks the small footsteps he hears behind him belongs to Pikachu. He turns around, to find that it was only a little girl walking past him. Ash wonders where his best friend is.

---

Pikachu is found in close proximity to the kitchens, where he first met She-chu. But when he tried to peer into the kitchen, he was only shooed away by the chef. Dissapointed, Pikachu was spotted by May, who was on her way from her and Ash's room to join her boyfriend at the deck. She is now wearing a red one-piece with flower designs(she manages to have different swimsuits everytime).

"What's wrong, Pikachu?" May asked him, scooping him up.

Pikachu(I have the worst luck in love.)

May, still wondering about Pikachu's disposition, went topside to join Ash. The latter is now having a trainer battle on the same spot as he was before. Ash's opponent, a CoolTrainer named Jack, is using a Machamp.

"Okay, Heracross, Mega Punch!" Ash ordered.

"Fend it off, Machamp!" Jack countered.

Heracross delivered a right punch to Machamp's jaw. The Superpower Pokemon shielded himself with all four arms. Then, Machamp countered by a backhand, sending Heracross backwards. Heracross planted his claws to the floor, making a screeching noise, to stop himself from hitting the boat's railing.

"Take Down, Heracross!" Ash commanded.

Heracross charged towards Machamp at great momentum. Machamp braced himself to use Counter, but...

"Heracross, circle around Machamp," Ash immediately said. Heracross sidestepped Machamp just as his opponent tried to reach for Counter. Surprised, Machamp wasn't able to defend himself from behind, where Heracross hit him with Megahorn.

Ash punched his fist in the air as Machamp slumped to the floor face-first. A sailor, who was guest-refereeing, raised his hand in the air to declare Ash winner.

Jack, who was kneeling to check on Machamp, stood up and shook Ash's hand. "Nice battle I had for a long time. You're quite the trainer."

"Thanks," Ash answered. Just then May walked up to them.

"Hey, why don't you dine with my friends and I? The more the merrier," Jack suggested.

Ash and May looked at each other. "Sure."

---

Jack's friends turn out to be a bundle. He has a girlfriend named Jill, twin brothers, Zane and Joey, one sister, Holly and his girlfriend's brother, Donald. The ship help arranged a few tables for the little party.

Jack, Donald and Ash are exchanging stories about their trainer exploits. The former two are impressed at Ash's defeat of two members of the Elite Four.

May, meanwhile, was discussing appeal moves with fellow coordinator Jill, throwing in a few love storieswhile they're at it. Holly, Zane and Joey, all at the age of seven(too young to be trainers), were watching Gengar and Espeon's magic show, watched and (baby-)sat by Pikachu.

"Right, now, I'm going to Johto to compete in my third Elite competition," Ash was saying. "But first, I have to return to my hometown to," he and the other two huddled close so the girls won't hear, "take care of some, er, materials given to me by a crazed friend of mine."

"We're all going to Johto, too," Donald said. "Jack and I are also going to compete in the Bruno's Cup."

"Small world, isn't it?" Jack added, smiling.

"Yeah. Boy, this never fails," Ash said with a shake of his head. When the other two asked what he meant, Ash answered, "Every time I go to a competition of some sort, I would always meet someone who becomes my rival. I won't be surprised that you two would become rivals of mine."

Jack and Donald looked at each other, and understood what Ash said. Together, the three of them laughed, shaking their heads in disbelief. The two girls, May and Jill, shook their heads, not to join them, but to disapprove of their companion's behavior.

May and Jill stood up from the table to leave the boys, and went back topside. It was now noghtfall. May sighed as she saw a shooting star dart in the sky.

"That boyfriend of yours, he's obsessed with training, isn't he?" Jill spoke up.

May nodded. "He's like that all the time. But that's one of his best points. When he's not thinking about Pokemon, he's really sweet," she added, with a pink tinge.

"Wow. That definitely sounds just like my Jack. When is he not thinking about battles?"

May gave a lopsided smile. "About 99.9 percent of the time." Both of them laughed.

Blaziken, who was right on top of them, is now beating the stuffings out of a training dummy that looks suspiciously like Sceptile. The rest of the Pokemon, who are watching, were looking chibi cowering in fear at the aggression. Even the larger Pokemon, Donphan and Feraligatr, are intimidated.

Blaziken(when I get my hands on that king, I'll crown him...) A Blaze Kick ripped off the head of the dummy. It rolled over to Squirtle, who ran out of the way to behind Munchlax.

CONTINUED...
 
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