User blog:Fantasy Detective/Pokemon SOF! Chapter 4: And Then There Were Four...


 * Zeon and his Riolu, Aladdin, scream their lungs out as they continue to run away from the pursuing Beedrills in the deep parts of the Den Den Forest. Unfortunately for our hero, Wyv, he was also dragged in this mess with Zeon

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Wyv: *running for his life* Why is a Beedrill horde chasing you?!

Zeon: *running nearby him* Whatever the reason, rest assured. It couldn't have been my fault!!

Wyv: WHAT’S THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN?!


 * The two trainers were running away with no destination in mind from the horde of wild Beedrills. Observing them from far away, the Bug Catchers and wild Pokemon were clearing the way for the running duo as they were afraid to somehow get caught up in this crazy chase.

Wyv: Okay. *pant* WE’RE NOT LOSING THEM!

Zeon: I heard that without the usage of items, it's impossible to escape from a Pokemon that is much stronger than you are! And Beedrills are fast, can fly, freaking poisonous, and have the advantage of maneuvering around the forest, their home terrain! And on the top of that, there’s 5 of them!

Wyv: If we can't escape, we’re gonna have to fight! Eh… FD and Caring have Flying and Fire types with them, but they’re busy with their stupid drama!!

Zeon: I tried to fight, but they ended up injuring my Treecko!

Wyv: Alright.... Let's think of something! Hey, Squirt, Bubble!


 * Squirt, who has been on Wyv's shoulder through the entire chase, turned around and started shooting bubbles at the opponents. However, using their arm stingers, The Beedrills were easily able to burst through all the bubbles coming their way and were not held back by the attack.

Wyv: Tch, it's no use!


 * Suddenly, the Beedrills started shooting spikes at Wyv and Zeon from their twin stingers. The spikes were missing them by the teeth!

Wyv: Gaah! *runs faster, barely dodging the spikes, while searching through his Pokedex* It's apparently the Pin Missile attack! Watch out!

Zeon: *A missile scratches his cheek* Damn, wild Pokemon have no problem attacking defenseless people, have they? *ducks in time to dodge a missile* Man, that almost took off my head! Listen, we gotta split up! One, two, three!


 * Before the barrage of needles could reach them, the two trainers jumped in different directions and the needles landed on the ground. Wyv and Squirt went to the right, while Zeon and his Riolu took the left. The trainers jumped behind the trees and ran as fast as their legs allowed them.

Beedrill 1: [Split up and catch them!!]


 * The Beedrill horde splits in half and followed the trainers. Two went after Wyv and three went after Zeon.

--In Den Den Forest Clearing--

Dexter: Insufficient Data on the Pokemon, Heracross.

FD: *holding his Pokedex* Right, I guess that I need to catch it first. Hmmm, I’m pretty sure it's a Bug Type, but I remember Heracross having a secondary type as well. It's a pretty cool Pokemon.

Heracross: *getting into aggressive position as it points its horn towards FD and spreads out its wings for a second* [What's taking him so long?! Come on, let's fight! I never saw anybody taking a time-out that early in a battle...]


 * FD looked around him, some trees were badly damaged from the Heracross. It must be really strong, he thought.

FD: I am going to assume it’s a Fighting type! Pidgey, I choose you!


 * FD released Pidgey from his Pokeball. Pidgey came in with what sounded like a battle cry.

Heracross: [Damn! The accursed Flying types! How can I deal with this?]


 * Heracross jumped upwards and performs a powerful Arm Thrust directed at Pidgey.


 * Pidgey easily evades the attack by flying away.*

FD: I am sort of in a hurry, sorry. Pidgey, Gust!


 * The winds created from the attack sent Heracross flying! He landed on the ground and started rolling several times before hitting a tree.

FD: Wow! Then he must be Bug/Fighting as I assumed. 4x weakness is too much! Alright, nice job, Pidgey! Let's go!


 * FD started walking away... But he was stopped by a loud cry.

Heracross: *gets up, and starts shakingly moving towards FD again* [I... Can't... Give up!!]

FD: What?! How did he take that?! 4x weakness is usually-


 * Heracross seemed to be seriously struggling. He was tripping in his advance and seemed to be making his best effort to stay standing. But even with all the effort, what can he do? None of his attacks can even reach a flying type...


 * Suddenly, the wild Heracross grabbed a huge rock from nearby. He lifts it up and tosses it with all of his remaining strength at FD and Pidgey.

FD: *face fault, dodging* WHHHAATT?!! How can a Bug type do that?! Is this… Rock Throw or something?!


 * Pidgey flew higher while FD jumped to the side to avoid getting hit by the rock. The rock hit the ground with a loud crash.

FD: You bastard! You’re trying to kill us! *rubs head* Ehh, you are troublesome! Alright.


 * FD threw a Pokeball at Heracross. The Pokemon, however, repelled it with a hit from his horn. The Pokeball fell to the ground with a huge crack on it.

Heracross: [I’m not backing down!!]

FD: How..?! He should be weak enough to get caught! This is... Impossible!


 * The tired Heracross didn't stop his advance towards FD.

FD: *rubs head* Ehh, you’re a fighter alright. Bulbasaur...


 * FD quickly released Bulbasaur behind him.

FD: Use your newest move, Sleep Powder!


 * A bit lazily, Bulbasaur shot out what looked like pollen at first into the air. It scattered around into a big cloud of green powder and engulfed Heracross in it.

Heracross: [W-What is this?! Yo... *sleepy* You... can't break... me!]


 * Heracross looked like he wouldn't sleep at first, but after a while, he just collapsed on the ground snoozing. Heracross is asleep!


 * FD simply threw another Pokeball at the sleeping Pokemon. The ball shook three times then clicked...

FD: That took longer than expected... I guess you’re worth catching though, you gave a pretty cool show.


 * FD said as he grabbed the Pokeball off the ground and placed it on his belt.

FD: Hmm *looking around* Where the hell am I? Ahh, that battle just gave me an idea! Bulbasaur, nice job! These powder moves should come in handy.

Bulbasaur: [So he got me just for this?! Ah lord, and I was having a great time...]

FD: *recalls Bulbasaur before turning to Pidgey* Okay Pidgey! Here' the plan!! You fly around the forest, and use your Keen Eye ability to try and locate Cawing from above! After that, report back to me!


 * Pidgey stared at FD's face for a while before cocking his head to the side.

FD: .... You understand?

Pidgey: [Is he trying to tell me something...?]


 * FD started flapping his arms around in a ridiculous manner in order to drive his message through.

Pidgey: *sweatdrops* [Umm... So I should fly?]


 * Pidgey flapped his wings and flew a bit; FD nodded and gave him a thumbs up.

FD: *started drawing goggles around his eyes, as if he's searching for something* {Ehhh! Pokemon can't understand commands that don't involve moves that they didn't learn or patterns taught to them! I really need to teach my Pokemon a few handy commands for situations like this!}


 * After several weird gestures and hand-signs, Pidgey understood he should go search for Caring.

FD: *watching Pidgey take off* Man... That was rather awkward.. Eheh..

Pidgey: [He seems to have expected me to understand that much earlier... I have disappointed my trainer! Then again it was hard to tell what he wanted me to look for with all of these weird gestures like curling his fingers around his eyes and pointing at his chest...]


 * Pidgey started flying around the forest looking for Caring. The trees were pretty thick, but his eyes were sharp enough to still see through the small openings between the trees' leaves. After a few minutes, Pidgey spotted Caring walking in the opposite direction from a distance. He decided to head back and notify his trainer.

FD: *seeing Pidgey flailling his wings at him from above* Alright. Looks like he found her...


 * FD nodded to Pidgey and started following him as Pidgey led him to where he saw Caring. In the process, FD started thinking how he's gonna convince her to come back with him... He had no clue what he even needed to say.

FD: This is... Gonna be troublesome -.-'

--In Another Part of Den Den Forest--

Wyv: *running at full speed* Where the hell am I now?!


 * The young trainer was still being chased by the Beedrills. He has been taking curves and turns, jumping between bushes, and running all around till he got himself lost, but still didn't manage to shake them off his back.

Wyv: That Zeon is such an idiot! How did he get himself into this? And dragged me into this?!


 * Wyv took another strong turn, dodging some sharp needles that were shot at him. He went into some tall bushes and then, made a jump outside. But to his surprise, he...


 * SLAM! His head connected with another trainer who was running straight at Wyv. Squirt fell off Wyv’s shoulder during the collision.

Wyv: *falling to the ground* Acckk!

Zeon: *holding his head* Ow ow! Watch where you're going!

Wyv: *facefault* ZEON!!! WHY ARE YOU HERE?!!!


 * The Beedrills following Wyv and Zeon caught up to them. The two found themselves surrounded by the horde with no way out.

Zeon: Shit! Look what you've done!

Wyv: *face fault* YOU’RE THE ONE WHO GOT US IN THIS MESS IN THE FIRST PLACE!!

Zeon: Even though we took different roads, we ended up in the same spot. Both of us literally ran half a circle around the place we left *derpy face*

Beedrill 1: [We finally caught them! Don't let them escape!]

Wyv: I see *derpy face* Anyways... We have no other choice, we gotta fight to survive.

Squirt: *stands back up and talks to Aladdin* [We’re really outnumbered and overpowered here. I think I can take one of their attacks inside my shell but still... How can I dish out that much damage?!]

Zeon: Right. Hmmm.


 * Zeon starts looking around at the Beedrill horde slowly closing in on them. It was as if he was analyzing all of the 5 Beedrills meticulously.

Zeon: Listen to me. See this Beedrill on the outmost right?

Wyv: Yea, what of it?

Zeon: It has a weak spot on its mid section, the smaller one. If you can directly damage it, it will be a critical hit.

Wyv: Huh? How do you know that?

Zeon: Never mind now. If we will have any chance, we need to land a critical hit. Let me get its attention first, and once its defense is down, attack! Wyv, distract the rest with bubble. Then I’ll give you the signal to strike. This is our only chance!

Beedrill 2: [Ohoho, poor kids. They don't know how to handle us!]

Beedrill 1: [Don't soften! We shouldn't forgive what that unbuttoned shirt kid has done to our nest!]

Beedrill 5: [True. But let us at least go at them one at a time... We will definitely kill 'em]

Beedrill 4: [Shut it! We don’t have time to play games! Sting them to death now!]

Beedrill 5: [Oh come on! Can’t a mate have some fu-]

Zeon: Aladdin, Quick Attack!


 * The Riolu quickly jumps up and strikes the unsuspecting Beedrill.

Beedrill 5: *moving back a bit* [Gah! What insolence!! And to think I was going to go easy on you! Leave this kid to me, guys! It’s my prey now!] *Invoked by rage, it charges towards Aladdin.*

Beedrill 4: [Hey, wait! Curses, going off on his own like that.]

Beedrill 2: [Doesn’t matter! Let him have his fun for now. He can take care of them on his own if he wants… They are too low leveled anyway. If there's any trouble we will all charge them]


 * The Beedrill(5) quickly flew at Aladdin, readying its two stingers for a powerful, double jab.

Zeon: Alright, Aladdin. Endure! Now!


 * Aladdin placed his arms in front of him as a powerful aura started shooting out of his body and surrounding him. He focused, took a deep breath, and braced himself for the upcoming attack...


 * It was a direct hit. The Beedrill's arm stingers went into Aladdin's shoulders. The attack looked quite painful as Aladdin cringed, but he refused to move an inch.

Squirt: [What the!! Watch out!]

Beedrill 5: How do you like that, huh?

Zeon: Now Counter!


 * Aladdin pushed his arms forward and a powerful shock wave was released, sending Beedrill several feet back.

Wyv: Woah!

Zeon: Now!

Beedrill 5: [You little... I'll get you!]


 * The Beedrill opened its arms ready for another attack while Riolu fell to his knees from exhaustion.

Wyv: Now, Squirt! Use your strongest Water Gun on the Beedrill's midsection!


 * Squirt shot out a powerful stream of water at the Beedrill's belly. The attack connected, sending the Beedrill far back and slamming it strongly into a tree.

Zeon: Alright! Evidently a critical hit!

Wyv: Awesome! Nice shot Squirt! Bull's eye XD


 * The Beedrills, seeing their comrade getting defeated, were extremely surprised and didn't seem to be grasping the situation. There was no way their friend would lose against them.

Beedrill 1: [What..?!]

Beedrill 3: *female voice* [These kids... They’re stronger than we thought!]

Squirt: *walking over to Aladdin* [Are you alright?]


 * A few drops of blood fell on the ground from Aladdin's shoulders, as blood started oozing out of it.

Aladdin: *on his knees, panting* [I’m alright... I don't think I can endure anymore attacks though...]

Squirt: [Take it easy. That looks pretty dangerous!]


 * Suddenly, the Beedrill(5) got up and was heading at Squirt and Aladdin. It was flying dizzly and looked tired, but was surely heading their way. Seeing this, the other Beedrills snapped out of their surprised state and flew towards them. This time, they were not willing to wait for their friend to defeat them on his own.

Beedrill 5: [That's it... You two are dead!]

Wyv: It can still fight!

Squirt: [Crap! I-]

Zeon:  *noticing that the other Beedrills are closing on to them* Wyv! We need to make an opening now!

Wyv: Damn it! Squirt! Bubble! Keep using it!


 * Squirt released a huge amount of bubbles that started to surround the Beedrills. Although the bubbles hardly had an effect on the Beedrills, their sheer amount kept the Beedrills at bay trying to burst through them all.

Squirt: *shooting more bubbles at the Beedrill* [Argh, I am running out of power]


 * The Beedrill (5) suddenly sped up and dashed at them with its rear stinger ready. It was going to use its strongest attack, Poison Jab!

Zeon: Quick Attack!


 * In a flash, Aladdin jumped and smacked the Beedrill on its midsection. This sent the Beedrill flying and slamming into the ground.

Aladdin: *landing on his legs* [That was... close *pant*]


 * A few more drops of blood from Aladdin fell to the ground.

Zeon: Agh, Aladdin... I’m sorry... You did great.


 * Zeon said as he ran towards to him.

Wyv: That's pretty serious... *glances at the now fainted Beedrill* But wow, that Beedrill sure was strong...


 * Squirt ran out of energy to shoot more bubbles in the nick of time. The Beedrills stopped their attempts to attack once they saw their comrade collapsing.

Squirt: *breathing heavily from using Bubble too much.*[Thank… Aladdin...*gasp* You really helped me out there…*gasp*…. But you’re seriously hurt!]

Aladdin: [It's not really deep, I’m alright. Are you?]

Squirt: […Just let me…*gasp*..catch my breath…… Alright all better now! :D]

Beedrill 1: [WHAT?! HOW DID THEY...?!!]

Beedrill 4: [These unevolved runts defeated my brother! He must be pretty badly injured now! I’m not gonna forgive them!]

Beedrill 2: [That’s it! No more pin missiles! Time to bring out the big guns... Attack!]


 * The four remaining Beedrill all dashed at the two trainers at the same time, ready to deliver a deadly attack, the same attack that the fallen Beedrill was going to use, Poison Jab.

Zeon: *grabbing Aladdin between his arms and running* Quick, let's go! We can escape now!


 * Wyv followed in a dash. After they downed one of the Beedrills, they were no longer surrounded and managed to escape by making an opening in the tight ring formation of Beedrills.

Wyv: *Squirt on his back* Why don't we stand and fight?

Zeon: We can't. Aladdin won't be able to endure another attack! You see, Endure can ensure that Aladdin would survive an attack that would otherwise Koed him, but he still takes damage. Counter can then, allow him to throw back double the amount of damage he took, which, in that case, was huge! He wouldn't take that attack normally!

Wyv: I see, that's a pretty nice tactic! But I guess it can't be done after all this damage...And Squirt is all tuckered up with the constant bubble attacks.


 * The Beedrills were closing in now, as if the rage powered them up and made them willing to completely destroy their opponents.

Zeon: Yeah! *increasing his speed* Unfortunately, Beedrill has x4 resistance to the attack so it didn't do quite enough damage!

Wyv: *increasing his speed* Yeah. I’m still rather proud that we took down a Beedrill though! It wasn't as cool as the Ursaring battle, but we used less Pokemon here!

Beedrill 1: [Are they not scared of us?! They seem to be talking to each others rather casually!!]

Beedrill 3: *female voice* [W-Wow! Maybe they are really powerful or something! Or maybe they are just idiots...]

Beedrill 1: [It's as if they don't recognize us as threats! Grrh! We'll show them! Time to use 3 of our stingers at the same time! Twineedle and Poison Jab!]


 * The Beedrills were now enraged further and started flying much faster, thrusting their stingers at Wyv and Zeon, who started trying their best to dodge the upcoming powerful attacks.

Zeon: *gets a cut on his arm, forcing him to increase his speed to escape the Beedrill on his back* This is pretty bad! We can't out run them and we can't just block all of these attacks! Not to mention they’re trying to poison us!

Beedrill 1: [We can't miss now. Shoot them from here!]


 * The Beedrills, now in a very close range, shot a huge amount of needles at the two trainers. It was their in Missile attack again.


 * Suddenly, Squirt jumped in front of the upcoming needle bullets and withdrew into his shell. He was able to repel the attacks before getting pushed back.

Wyv: *catching Squirt before he reaches the ground* Tch, don't do that again! They’re far stronger than you are.


 * It was true, just blocking these left Squirt's shell full of scratches and bruises. Squirt's tired looking face slowly came out of the shell. He can't just make himself invulnerable to damage by using Withdraw.

Beedrill 1: [Keep on going! They can't hold us off forever!]


 * The two trainers kept running at full speed across the forest... The chase was getting rather tense knowing that they won't be able to keep running and that they have no means of fighting back... How can they get out of this?

--Den Den Forest, Eastern Section--

Caring: Umm... It's getting really dark here... This is a bit scary.


 * Caring kept getting jumped by wild Pokemon; she didn't know where she was going, and she was feeling pretty depressed. She decided to release Pikachu by her side to make her feel less alone.

Caring: *after defeating a wild Burmy with her Charmander* Hmph, stupid FD! Always saying mean stuff!


 * While Caring was heading for a tree to rest on, she found a Pokeball sitting on the ground next to her feet.

Caring: Hm? What's a Pokeball doing here?


 * Caring simply approached the ball and clicked on the button in its middle. The Pokeball opened up and released white digital data.

Caring: Kya?! Hm?


 * The digital light formed into what seemed like a spray bottle; it was an Antidote.

Caring: Umm... The Pokeball had an Antidote in it? Ummm *pouts* Oh right, Pokedex!


 * Caring turned on her Pokedex and browsed through it. She seemed to stumble a bit on how to use it, after all, she didn't get a chance to since she got it. After a few attempts, she managed to display the info she needed.

Dexter: Item Ball. A Pokeball that has been used to store items rather than Pokemon. They are usually used for easy transportation of items or by Rangers, Treasure Hunters, and Adventurers. They place Item Balls all over the world for other Adventurers to find as a challenge and as an aid on their journey. Usually, the harder it is to reach the Item Ball, the rarer the item will be.

Caring: Okey... *picks up the Antidote* This can be helpful in this forest, I guess.

Pikachu: *determined* [My trainer looks worried! I have to protect her in this forest!]

FD: Oii!! Cawing!!


 * FD's voice echoed. Caring turned and saw him running towards her and waving his arms with Pidgey flying by his side.

FD: *stopping in front of her, panting* Huff... There you are! Seriously, why did you run off like that?!


 * He kinda stumbled and didn't know what to say. He didn't really prepare anything to say on the way or knew how to apologize.

Caring: *turning her back at FD* Hmph... I don't want anything to do with you, stupid!

FD: *rubbing his head* Ehh, come on now. Don't be like that.

Caring: I am not speaking with you!

FD: Cawing...

Caring: What do you want from me now? I left you alone! Isn't that what you wanted?? Aren't you happy that you will be traveling with Wyv without me tagging along?!


 * FD cringed a bit, Caring's voice was rather teary. Pikachu was standing between them giving FD angry looks.

FD: W-Well... I thought I wanted that, But then, you came along.

Caring: *still showing FD her back but looks back a little* ..Hm?

FD: I mean... That food you got. It was delicious! Really! Reminds me of my mother's cooking. I mean, without that, we would have both been starving or at least not eating as great meals as these! You cooked it all, right?

Caring: Um... Y-Yes.

FD: I knew it, you're a great cook! After all, you are a girl!

Caring: Stop being sexist, FD!

FD: We will definitely need you to cook meals for us!!

Caring: *facefault* That's why you want me back?!

FD: Haha, I am kidding. I do like your cooking though. Cawing, really... We need you. You got our backs with your powerful Pokemon and items, and you're a good friend.

Caring: FD...

FD: I am sorry. Ehhh.... I mean, I shouldn't have said what I did, really. You... proved you can stand your ground here and you're more powerful than I ever give you credit for... Eh, I didn't really mean what I said and talked too fast. I guess... I really am stupid like you said *smiles*.


 * FD managed to push the words out. It's not because he was forcing himself, but for the reason that he felt a bit too proud to say them. Nevertheless, Caring turned to him with a smile.

Caring: Oh FD... I knew you didn't hate me even if you said so.

FD: I don't hate you. And... I am sorry.


 * He raised his hand to rub his head again but was stopped by a hug from Caring.

Caring: *hugging him* Okey! Sorry I was annoying and kicked your ass in battle.

FD: *hugs her back* Y-Yeahh... No need to apologize. -.-'

Caring: *releasing him* Well, I always wanted to travel with you guys and meet all kinds of Pokemon!


 * It was true; Caring really liked Pokemon. This is probably the reason why Professor Kai decided to entrust her with a Pokemon in the first place.

Caring: So yea, let's go back to Wyv! Do you know the way?

FD: No clue *derpy face* But, we do have Pidgey here who can find Wyv.


 * Pidgey was standing on a tree branch above them, resting after he successfully led his trainer here.

Caring: Right! Let's go, Pikachu! We are gonna be traveling with Wyv and FD again!

Pikachu: *smiling again, flailing his arms* Pika pi!!

FD: Plus, I do need some eye candy on the team.

Caring: Hm? What was that?

FD: N-Nothing! Alright, let's see if we can find Wy-


 * Suddenly, the two heard some really loud yelling coming from nearby.

Caring: Ano... Isn't that Wyv's voice?

FD: He better have not gotten himself in trouble while I wasn't around -.-'


 * FD and Caring decided to head to where the noises were coming from.

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Wyv: *with cuts on his clothes and body, panting heavily* Huff... Huff... This is...

Zeon: *with cuts on his clothes and body, panting heavily* Don't stop! Huff... They will catch us if we do!

Wyv: I can't run anymore!

Beedrill 1: [We got them now!! Everybody shoot at the same time!]


 * All the Beedrills begin another huge assault of Pin Missiles at Wyv and Zeon. The two were too tired and slow to dodge.

Zeon: Brace yourselves!


 * Suddenly, Squirt jumped up at the Beedrills and withdrew inside of his shell.

Wyv: *shocked that Squirt left his arms* Squirt! You can't block it!!


 * Squirt's shell then started rotating like a spinning top as the stingers were coming its way. The incredibly fast spinning successfully deflected all of the needles coming his way, and even managed to push the Beedrills back a distance.

Wyv: Hm? *holds up his Pokedex* It's the Rapid Spin attack...

Zeon: *taking his breath* Huff... Looks like he learned a new move.


 * Squirt landed on the ground after he was done spinning. He looked pretty worn out from the attack as he sat down afterwards.

Beedrill 1: [Grr... They are a tenacious bunch! But it all ends here!]

Wyv: *holding Squirt up* Are you alright? Eh, you still suffered some damage.

Zeon: Wyv... I don't think we have a way out of this...

Wyv: It can't be. I-


 * Wyv's eyes darted around the dark forest, searching for anything, any way out, then he saw it. He saw a beacon of light, shinning in the distance, like a sun in the middle of the forest that illuminated their path out of the darkness, like a beacon of hope...

Wyv: No, we got it. *smiles*

Zeon:Uhh... What?


 * Wyv grabbed his Squirt and Zeon by the hand and dashed towards the artificial sun he saw, he ran with everything he got... And, sure enough, he found his two friends there.

FD: I knew you would get yourself in trouble. -.-

Wyv: I’m so glad to see you guys!


 * Wyv and Zeon now stood behind their friends, Caring and FD, under the artificial sun created by Vulpix's Drought ability. Vulpix, Charmander, and Pidgey stood between the Beedrills and their trainers.

Beedrill 2: [What? They got their friends to help!]

Beedrill 1: [We are still more in number and more powerful! Let's take revenge for our nest and our friend!]


 * All of the 4 remaining Beedrills dashed at the Pokemon, ready to attack.

Caring: Vulpix, Charmander, use Ember!


 * The two Fire Pokemon spat out their flames at full force. The Drought sun gave a power boost to the flames, turning both of the Ember attacks into small fireballs directed at the opponents.

FD: Now! Pidgey, use Gust on the flames!


 * Powerful winds were created. The winds blew at the fire balls and made them grow bigger and bigger... The balls started growing in size until they merged together, Pidgey kept on flailing his wings; thus, creating even stronger winds and making the ball to grow even bigger than before.

Beedrill 1: [W-What the...?!!!]


 * The fire ball was now as big as a wrecking ball. It grows larger by the second as it started encompassing the Beedrills... And then it clashed.


 * There was a flare of bursting flames as the fireball burn its targets. The four trainers couldn't help but close their eyes from the flare. When they opened it, all of the Beedrills were wiped out except for one, who managed to fly away in time and dodge the attack.

Beedrill 1: [ *seeing himself surrounded by flames, his friends all lay on the ground with smoke coming out of them and severe injuries* N-No way... What happened..??]


 * Realizing it was impossible to fight and it became frightened from the flames that caught on the grass and nearby trees, the Beedrill couldn't help but to fly away back to where its nest used to be.

FD: OOOHH!! THEY'RE DEAD! DONE! NO BUG TYPES CAN SURVIVE THAT!


 * FD yelled, pointing at the fainted and injured Beedrills.

FD: Aye, look at you go. That was a pretty sweet attack! Nice team work, Cawing.

Caring: Yea that was cool! Combo atack!

FD: Guess we can be pretty powerful if we team up... Ehehe.

Caring: Right! We make a great team! It was really cool of you to think of that, FD.


 * FD sighed a sigh of relief. He felt that he was no longer angry about his loss to Caring... He must have been venting the frustration of his loss at her earlier and ended up upsetting her. But now that they worked together, it was nice to have her back. After all, it would have been impossible to drive the Beedrills away if not for her. He now felt that his earlier apology was well deserved and that he did the right thing by making up with her.

FD: Good thing we had you... ANYWAYS!! I KNEW YOU WOULD GET IN TROUBLE ONCE I LEFT, YOU IDIOT! *yelling and pointing at Wyv*

Zeon: Umm... Guys, I think the burning trees should concern us a bit more now?

FD: What?


 * FD looked back and some of the flames from the attack were now burning the grass and the trees, and slowly developing into bigger and bigger by the second. Pidgey was already trying to put the flames out by using Sand Attack on it.

FD: WHHHAATT??!! I knew it! Cawing ended up burning the entire forest! That was her plan all along!

Caring: I DIDN'T MEAN TO! PLUS, YOU HELPED TOO!


 * After releasing Bunnelby, FD ordered it to use Mud Slap on the flames in combination with Pidgey's Sand Attacks to help put down the flames. Wyv also immediately jumped into action and made Squirt extinguish off a huge proportion of the fire with his Water Gun. After a while, everything seemed to be under control.

Wyv: *sweat drops* That was pretty close...

Zeon:Yeah... The density and size of the trees here would have made for a gigantic forest fire...

FD: *sigh* Seriously Cawing, stop attempting to kill every Pokemon in this forest...

Caring: Stop joking about that!

FD: Anyway, who is that dude? And how did you two get into this...? -.-


 * Realizing that FD still didn't meet Zeon, Wyv gave him a quick summary of who Zeon is and how they met up.

Zeon: FD, huh? Nice to meet you. Do you guys have any potions on you?


 * Zeon pointed at his injured Riolu. Aladdin seemed to have stopped bleeding simply because the cut wasn't deep enough, but he looked like he’s in serious pain.

Caring: Oh! Yea, we have a few!

Wyv: One for Squirt too. He's all out of energy.


 * Caring quickly tended to the two Pokemon. Their inventory only holds two more potions.

FD: We’re running low on these. I wanna use one on my newly caught Pokemon too. Can we manage with a single potion for the entire trip? Zeo, got any potions on you?

Zeon: *tending to Aladdin* Nope! I have no items on me what so ever!

FD: *sweat drops* I see... So, since we are seemingly taking a break here... How did you manage to get all those Beedrills to chase after you?

Zeon: As I told Wyv, it was not my fault in the slightest.

FD: So.. what happened?

Zeon: Oh, come on! That's all in the past now! We don't need to talk about THAT! Why, I feel like discussing something as trivial as this would take away from our overall enjoyment of this journey! So Wyv, how's your Pokeman feeling?

FD: *face fault* THAT DOESN'T CUT IT!

Zeon: Welp, I guess our rest is over now. Let's keep going!

FD: Stop trying to dodge the question!!

Wyv: Well, I think it's more important that you guys made up.


 * Wyv threw a look at FD, which FD understood as "You better have made a good apology.”

FD: *sweat drops* Yea, it's all cool.

Caring: Yup :3

Squirt: [ *approaching Aladdin* Hey, how are you feeling now?]

Aladdin: [I feel quite refreshed actually. No need for you to worry. More importantly, that was impressive work back there...]

Squirt: [Hm?]

Aladdin: [That was a powerful Water Gun you gave that Beedrill. And your tenacity helped us survive longer... Well done]

Squirt: [Tehehe *rubs head* Well, you did some pretty awesome stuff there too! I couldn't believe you took all that damage]

Aladdin: [Heh, don't mention it. More importantly, the aura that is emanating from you... It's the most powerful that I have seen in a while...]

Squirt: [Aura?]

Aladdin: [Indeed. You and your trainer as well. The two of you have a very powerful and specific aura. *smiles* An interesting bunch]

Squirt: [Thanks, I guess. But I am just curious, how did you get chased by those Beedrills?!]

Aladdin: [It's... -.- Aghhh, my trainer and Treecko... I can't believe those two... Those two...]


 * Aladdin started mumbling to himself and shaking his head.

Squirt: {What the hell did these guys do to piss off the Beedrills that much...? -.-}

Wyv: Alright then... So, where exactly are we?

Zeon: I was almost at the exit when I got accidentally and unfairly ambushed by those Beedrill Pokemans. So I know my way around. Ironically, we are actually sort of half-way there after all this running.

Wyv & FD: Poke- what?

Zeon: Well, let's go. I am gonna tag along with you guys till the next town, if that's okay.

Wyv: Oh, sure. That would be nice, man. Did you change your mind about wanting to join us?

Zeon: Well, you are a good bunch, I am willing to tag with awesome people like you! Plus, now that Treecko has fainted, I only have a single Pokeman *points at Aladdin* who's already drained. So you guys will be able to help me out in danger. Also, I have no items to boost my chances of survival, so tagging with you will allow me to use your items as well.

Wyv: Ah, I see. Welcome aboard, then!

Caring:  The more, the merrier. Hehehe. :3

FD: *shark teeth* HE'S ONLY TRYING TO USE US! DON'T JUST LET HIM IN!!


 * Wyv, FD, and Caring followed Zeon as he lead the way. The four were now making their way to the outside of Den Den Forest to continue on their journey to Graphite Town.

--Meanwhile in Seraph City, Soul Sword Cafe--


 * In the usual spot, Professor Kai was sitting with a cup of coffee next to him and several research papers. Seemingly, these papers were the same as the ones Wyv tried to peek at that had the DNA symbols.

Prof. Kai: *scratching chin* Hmm, I told him that I specialized in Psychic Pokemon...


 * Kai said as he flipped through the papers.

Prof. Kai: The possibility of something like that existing in this region is important though. *sips some coffee* Let's see... If I remember correctly, the only expert on this in SOF was someone important.. Rather famous...


 * Prof. Kai pondered for a bit; he was sure it would be helpful to get information from the expert on it rather than reading through the papers, but he only heard about the supposed expert on the news and he didn't keep up with stuff like that.

Prof. Kai: I believe that he was some sort of a detective... Hmm...

Pokemon Trainer: There you are, professor! I finally found you!


 * Prof. Kai turned around after hearing the high pitched voice, only to be greeted by a familiar-looking, young Pokemon trainer.



Prof. Kai: Ehh... You are... LFZ? Is that right?

LFZ: That's right! Also known as Labby, Zeiren, and Rukiryo! I go by many names. *shrugs*

Prof. Kai: That's right...

LFZ: I couldn't find you in your lab and people around here said that you come here frequently so... Glad I found you!

Prof. Kai: That's right... I did ask you to come?

LFZ: ... Yea {Did he forget about me? *derpy look*}

Prof. Kai: You are a bit late though. All the trainers I called for were here two days ago.


 * Kai said the date rather unsurely; he loses track of time while working here.

LFZ: Whhaat?! *fixing his ice cap* But I thought I arrived really early!

Prof. Kai: Doesn't matter, I guess. Well, we should continue this in the lab, don't wanna look unprofessional or something.

LFZ: Alright... {Says the guy who does his work at a cafe} I must say, I am excited about this. Can't wait to meet with the guys who beat me here either. I am gonna catch up to them in no time!


 * It seems the 5th and last trainer has finally arrived... What does fate has in store for him in the upcoming events that will change the region? Is he going to go out on the journey he will be entrusted with? Professor Kai couldn't help but wonder, this generation feels promising.

--Den Den Forest--


 * Our heroes made their way through Den Den Forest swiftly with Zeon on their side. Things were looking up for them as they were almost at the exit.

Wyv: *releasing Shinx* Might as well try and get her used to things around here... And to think up a nickname for her.

Zeon: Do you guys have a Revive or something? I’m worried about Treecko.

Caring: Nope... I am really sorry.

FD: *mumbling to himself* He’s completely trying to use us and leech off our items -.- Um, guys! Have you seen my newest Pokemon?


 * FD said as he released Heracross out of his Pokeball.

Heracross: *cry* [I got caught!! Dang it... I lost the battle!]

Wyv: Cooool!! Heh, that's a really cool Bug Type!

Zeon: *searching his Pokedex* Hmm... Indeed, it looks strong for a Bug Type, really. A Bug/Fighting Pokeman...

FD: Drop the Pokemans joke -.-'

Caring: Umm, it's kind of cute, FD!

FD: ... Thanks. Now to get him used to the group!


 * FD released the rest of his Pokemon to Heracross' side.

FD: Make sure to be nice to the new guy, dudes.

Pidgey: [You've joined our ranks, comrade! You should be proud that you are under such a capable trainer!]

Bulbasaur: [Right... Well you look strong. Hopefully, you will take a lot of work from our backs]

Pidgey: [I also have to apologize for hurting you earlier... I hadn't the slightest idea that you will be joining us...]

Heracross: [But I didn't want a trainer... I was happy training on my own and testing my strength on passerby challengers!]

Bunnelby: [Well, with a trainer, you have a higher chance of fighting many, many battles! You will fight all different kinds of Pokemon and trainers and stuff! *derpy look*]

Heracross: [WHHAAT?!! That's correct! I didn't think about it like that!]

Wyv: Soo...


 * Awkward silence ensues as Wyv finds himself with nothing to say to the Shinx who was walking further away from them.

Wyv: Seriously. *rubs head* What did I do wrong?

Squirt: [*trying to approach Shinx* You know... Things can get really fun around here! No need to be so distant]


 * The Shinx gave no reply and kept on going her way.

Aladdin: [Heh, no need to press her. I am surprised though, seems your trainer can really pick his Pokemon. This one has a very powerful aura as well... You guys really impress me]

Squirt: [Okay. I am still not sure I understand that aura talk ...]

Zeon: Alright! We made it!


 * Before long, Zeon was yelling as they finally made it to the exit outside of the Den Den Forest. The team was glad that they didn't face any tougher challenges other than the Beedrill horde earlier, and all the trainers and wild Pokemon were easy to deal with all the way to the exit.

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FD: Finally...


 * The group walked outside the forest to find themselves on the other half of Route B. According to the sign, Graphite Town was up ahead.

Zeon: *excited* Alllrriighhtt!! We are almost at the first gym!! I can't wait... You excited, Aladdin?


 * It was also noteably dark here. It must be sometime around midnight. The group entered the Den Den Forest during the day, and lost sense of time thanks to the trees blocking the sky. They must have really been there a while.

Wyv: If we press on, we may be able to make it to the town in time for a good meal and some sleep.

FD: *checking his wallet* We earned a bit of cash from all the battles, we should be able to get a hotel rooms at the very least.

Caring: Umm... Our Pokemon are tired though... Can't we take a rest?

Zeon: No can do, Caring *serious* If we camp here, wild Pokemon may eat us in our sleep.

Caring: *scared* WHAT?!

Caterpie: [It's dark!]

Pikachu: [And scary!]

Charmander: [Hmm, no need to be scared! My flames will light the road up for us!]

Pikachu: [Ohh! You are so reliable, Charmander!]


 * The path was straightforward enough. Unlike Den Den Forest, Route B was fairly easy to traverse. There were many different types of Wild Pokemon in the area, which was refreshing after all the Bug Type encounters. There were also trainers looking for battle, but they were mostly Bug Catchers going to or coming out of the forest. Seemingly, other types of trainers dodged travelling at night.

Wyv: Alright! Nice!


 * Wyv managed to defeat another Bug Catcher and earned his cash prize. The Bug Catcher only used a Sewaddle which was almost too easy for Squirt, even with the type disadvantage.

Squirt: *peace sign* [That was a good battle!]

Shinx: [...This is what we are gonna do? Fight pointlessly all day?]


 * Squirt was surprised. It was the first time he heard Shinx talk, and her extremely feminie voice caught him off guard.

Squirt: [Err... Well... Yea?]


 * On the opposite side, FD was battling a wild Pokemon that popped out of the tall grass.

FD: Heracross! Use Arm Thrust!


 * Heracross, who has been healed from his injuries by one of the last two remaining potions, dashed at the wild Lillipup and attacked with several powerful arm thrusts at the opponent . It wasn't long before the Pokemon fainted.

FD: Alright nice! I expected as much.

Heracross: *joyfully flalling his arms* [That was great! You guys were right, I have so many chances to test my skills now!]

Pidgey: [I knew you would adapt quickly]

Bug Catcher Benny: Glad you accepted my challenge!


 * FD turned around, worried that was directed at him from one of the obnoxious Bug Catchers standing on the side of the road. To his relief, that was actually directed at Caring who was standing behind him.

FD: Might as well watch...

Bug Catcher Benny: I choose you! Weedle!

Caring: Caterpie! Come out!


 * The two trainers released their Pokemon and were now ready to battle.

FD: [She has two fire types with her that can end this battle in a glance.. Why the Bug?]

Bug Catcher Benny: Weedle, use your Poison Sting attack!


 * Weedle readied itself to jump at the opponent.

Caring: Caterpie, String Shot!


 * Caterpie started shooting a huge amount of strings from its mouth. The sticky strings were able to wrap up the Weedle and stick it to the ground.

Bug Catcher Benny: Use your Poison Sting to cut through the strings!


 * The Weedle used the small spike on its tail to cut through the strings that held it down.

Caring: Caterpie, Tackle!


 * Caterpie rushed and, with all of her strength, lunged herself at the target.

Bug Catcher Benny: Now, do it, Weedle!


 * The Weedle suddenly sprunged up, using the spike of its tail as a platform it can stand on, and jumped into the air. Caterpie found herself tackling the ground as she missed her target.

Caring: W-What?!

Bug Catcher Benny: Now! Poison Sting.


 * The Weedle positioned its body downwards as it was landing, its head stinger pointing towards Caterpie. The Pokemon resembled an arrow falling from the sky.

Caring: Caterpie!!


 * It was a direct hit. Caterpie rolled on the ground after recieving damage with a big wound on its forehead. She didn't look too badly hurt though, probably because she resists Poison attacks.

Caring: O-Oh no! How could a Weedle do that?!

Bug Catcher Benny: Ha ha! You can teach your Pokemon all sorts of skills and tricks! It needs a lot of time and practice, but Pokemon can learn a lot of tricks besides their regular moves.

FD: {Hmm... I kind of did something like that with Pidgey, didn't I?}

Caring: Umm, Caterpie, are you alright?


 * Caterpie, with teary eyes, turned to Caring and nodded. She was willing to keep up the fight.

Caring: Okay. Caterpie, Tackle!

Bug Catcher Benny: Poison Sting again!


 * The two Bug Pokemon clashed head to head, but Weedle's needle obviously gave it the upper hand as Weedle managed to push Caterpie to the ground.

Caterpie: Piiiii [Oucchh... Aagghh, it hurts! I am gonna get poisoned]

Caring: Caterpie, that's enough. Come back.


 * Caring pointed her Pokeball at Caterpie and recalled the Pokemon. She then switched to Charmander.

Caring: Charmander, Ember!


 * The battle was over quickly... Bug Catcher Benny admitted his defeat and gave Caring her money prize. The victorious Pokemon trainer felt a bit depressed though.

Caring: Caterpie must still be really weak... Ummm... I tried to train her though...

FD: *approaching her* She's not a carefully bred Pokemon like Vulpix and Pikachu, if you don't train her well, she won't be able to battle.

Caring: Y-Yea, I know.


 * The team continued their way through Route B. Fortunately for them, it was smooth sailing from here and nothing really managed to stop their advance. They met with some Pokemon that only appear at night, like Hoothoot, which was interesting but nothing that they couldn't handle. The team managed to find an Item Ball on their way in the middle of a patch of tall grass; the Item Ball contained a Pokeball.

FD:  What’s the point of an Item Ball containing a pokeball if it already looks and works like one -.-

Zeon: Hey, it’s better than nothing at all. I think I am gonna take this one, actually.

Wyv: Ohh, so they are sorta like a treasure chest, eh?

Zeon: Pretty much. Travelers put these to help each others out and make a challenge for others if they can find their "treasure".

Wyv: *eyes shining* That's so cool!! I can't contain my excitement with all these adventure feels!!

Zeon: *eyes shining* I know, right?!!

Caring: Oh, we're almost there.


 * At the distant, the town's gate was clearly visible. It seems the team managed to make it all the way to Graphite Town in this short amount of time. Everybody got excited for a good hotel nap and a meal. They pressed on, rushing to make it to the nearby town.

FD: *rushing ahead* Man, finally! I am so tired of this!!

Wyv: *rushing besides him* Haha, yea! We made it! Can't wait for dinner!

FD: It's past midnight, don't expect to find an open resturant or any kind of meal -.-

Wyv: B-But I am sure there must be... Something... To eat. Well, there better be!

Zeon: *behind them* You still have quite a bit of energy *pant* After running all that way from those Beedrills.

Pokemon Trainers: Hey! Hold it right there!


 * FD and Wyv, who almost made it to Graphite Town's gates, were stopped in their tracks by the kiddish voices they heard. Two short kids, a boy and a girl, approached them and stood in their way to the town.

Wyv: Hello.

Twin Lin: Oh! Hi, mister! See, sis? They are nice people!

Twin Emy: Hmph! You are always so naive, Lin! Don't greet our opponents like that!

Twin Lin: Ack! I'm s-sorry, sis!

FD: ... What are you two doing outside town this late at night? Shouldn't you kids be asleep already? -.-

Twin Emy: WHAT?! We are Pokemon Trainers, mister!! We can be outside and up late as much as we want!

Twin Lin: We have been standing here for a while, sis... I wanna go home!

Twin Emy: *shark teeth* DON'T ACT LIKE A KID IN FRONT OF THE OPPONENTS!

Wyv: Um, aren't you two too young to be Pokemon Trainers? I thought the minimum age is like, 10 years old.

Twin Emy: We are not here to chat!! Let's battle already! Two trainers’ eyes meet, then it's a Pokemon battle.

FD: Technically, our eyes didn't even meet at all. I mean, your loud shrieks stopped us, and even then, we were searching where the voices came from before you showed up under our noses, saying it’s a duel.

Wyv: *crossing his arms and nodding* True, true.

Twin Lin: I see... I am sorry to a-

Twin Emy: YOU’RE GIVING UP ALREADY?!! Listen up, your eyes met now! And we have been waiting for a while since we can't leave too far away from town! So yeah, it's a battle or else you won't pass!

Caring: I am gonna watch! Finish up quick though, I need a nap...


 * Caring said as she leaned on a nearby tree branch and presumably fell asleep.

Zeon: I think I will train Aladdin and see what wild Pokemans I can find then... *heads off back into the tall grass*

Wyv: Sure, sure. Let's battle!

FD: *turning to Zeon* Oi, you don't really have to wait for us, you know. -.- You only tagged along until we reach our destination, right?

Zeon: Ahaha! But you guys interest me! I don't mind hanging around a bit longer. Plus, I still may need some cash for the hotel.

FD: YOU ARE STILL TRYING TO USE US, AREN'T YOU?!!

Twin Emy: Alright! So it's a battle! Your skinny friend too!

Wyv: What?

FD: Who, me?

Twin Emy: Yup! This isn't gonna be a regular battle! Since you two stepped in almost at the same time in front the two of us, it's gonna be a Double Battle!

Twin Lin: R-Right! My sister and I against you two!

FD: Double Battle? Hmm, I think I heard about that.

Wyv: Oooohh. Sure! Sounds like a lot of fun!

FD: Er, yea, I don't mind I guess. Do explain the rules more.

Twin Emy: In Double Battles, the trainers send out two Pokemon to battle instead of one. You don't need to have a partner for Double Battles at all, since you can just send in two of your Pokemon, but having a partner makes things more exciting!

Twin Lin: You will have to choose which Pokemon to attack and how to aid your Pokemon partner in order to win. It's much more strategic than the regular Pokemon Battles so watch out since your moves can also hurt your partner. Also, when its two against two, every trainer involved chooses three of his Pokemon ONLY to bring in the battle, but because we only have one Pokemon each, we're making the rule a maximum of two Pokemon per participant!

FD: Real fair -.-' And... I must say that's a detailed explanation 0.o

Wyv: A maximum of two is fine by me, I only have two anyway.

Twin Emy: Also, Sleep Clause applies in this battle. And the usage of items is not allowed! Meaning that you can't use potions and all that!

FD: These sound more like the Pokemon Regulation rules now. Damn, these kids are serious.

Twin Emy: Of course we are! Now decide which Pokemon you should use and let's start!


 * The twins took positions away from each others and readied their Pokeballs in their hands.

Wyv: I don't really have much of a choice to make so here goes...


 * Wyv went and took his position facing the girl.

FD: Hmmm... {I have four Pokemon and I need to choose only two to bring in the battle. Without knowing what types of Pokemon my opponents choose, I don't have a clue which ones I should pick. However, since I am fighting with Wyv, he should have my back. If we have many different types, then we have a bigger chance of having Pokemon that are strong against whatever these twins will throw out! Okay, so Wyv has Water and Electric. I have Bug, Fighting, Normal, Flying, Posion, and Grass. Hmm, I shouldn't pick something that will have the same weaknesses that Wyv's Pokemon have. So let's leave Pidgey out of this one. Bulbasaur sounds good, he has a lot of coverage and knows how to work with Wyv's Squirt. Heracross is a bit more versatile than Bunnelby and is really powerful... But I am afraid I didn't train him quite enough yet.. Hmm...}

Twin Emy: Hey! Get it over with already, you! It’s been like a minute! Choose already!

FD: Alright, alright!


 * FD took two of his Pokeballs off his belt and placed them on the floor beside him as he took his position in front of the boy.

Wyv: This should be exciting! We know each other’s styles, don't we, neighbor?

FD: Haha, hell yea. We can do this, dude.

Twins Emy & Lin: Alright! Ready, set, go!


 * All four trainers threw their Pokeballs in front of them at the same time. Flashy lights ensued as the Pokemon emerged from their balls.


 * Emy & Lin sent out Plusle and Minun. Wyv & FD sent out Squirtle and Bulbasaur.

Wyv: Oh... They look like Pikachu. *derpy look*

FD: Plusle and Minun... I thought these Pokemon were only toy merchandise and stuff *derpy look*

Twin Emy: Isn't Plusle totally cute?!

Twin Lin: They’re both cool Pokemon.

FD: They both look pretty lame to me *derpy look*

Squirt: [Hey, Bulbasaur! Seems like we’re fighting together today]

Bulbasaur: [Yeah. Good thing we’re paired up. We know each others’ moves well enough by now and work great together. We even took down that Ursaring together!]

Squirt: [Yup, sounds like this is gonna go smoothly for us]


 * Squirt raised his short arm up for Bulbasaur, requesting a high five.

Bulbasaur: [Aye, we don't have do these things... AH, whatever]


 * Bulbasaur used one of his vines to high five Squirt's raised hand. The two Pokemon stood against the Electric twins filled with confidence.

FD: Wyv, you are at a clear disadvantage, maybe you wanna switch out?

Wyv: No worries. Squirt and I won at a disadvantage several times before.

FD: Alright, do take care.

Twin Emy: Hehehe, you better watch out. We're pretty strong!


 * Plusle and Minun started cheering on each others. Plusle even created pom-poms from electricity and started dancing with it.

Plusle: [*shaking pom-poms* Gimme me a P, gimme a M, Plusle and Minun are stronger than them!]

Minun:' [*joyful cheers* You're so cute when you do that, Plusle! You are the best ever!]


 * The two Electric Pokemon continued doing cheering routines and dancing together...

Bulbasaur: [..........]

Squirt: [... What's up with these guys?]

Bulbasaur: [Seriously?! Cheering routines?!]

Squirt: [Well, they are obviously not accustomed to battle]

Bulbasaur: [Why are we even fighting those two? -.-]

Plusle: [Watch it there~ Double Battles mean that you and your partner need to be able to work well with each others]

Minun: [You may be stronger, but against the two of us together you will have to try really hard not to lose]

Squirt: [You mean we don't work well together?]

Bulbasaur: [Yea, yea. Let them talk. At least, we’re not doing all these cheering stuff to boost our confidence before a battle]

FD: I am pretty sure Cawing would think these two are incredibly cute if she was watching.

Wyv: Is she really asleep there? 0.o

Twins Emy & Lin: Let's start already!! What's with all the long conversations?

Wyv: We were distracted by your cute Pokemon and their amazing ability to cheer on each others! These spark pom-poms look realy cool too!

FD: Don't compliment them!

Twin Emy: Fine then... Get ready!


 * The Pokemon ready themselves for battle.

Twin Lin: Minun, use Helping Hand!


 * Miun clapped his hands together several times then grabbed on to Plusle's hand.

Minun: [*nodding to his partner* You can do it!]


 * Minun then sent an electric current from his body into Plusle, infusing the latter with energy.

Twin Emy: Plusle, use Electro Ball on Squirtle!

Plusle: [Thanks for the boost]


 * The electricity infused Pokemon sprunged into the air and raised her arms upwards. Then, with a loud cry, sent out a gigantic ball directed at Squirt.

FD: What the..?! It's huge!

Wyv: Squirt, quick! Withdraw!

FD: *sweating* Wyv, Wait!


 * The huge ball of electricity was coming at Squirt with great speed. Squirt was able to withdraw into his shell at the very last second.


 * The attack hit. Sparks flew off everywhere and a dust screen was created from the impact.

Twins Emy & Lin: We got him!

FD: This... *takes out his Pokedex and searches through it nervously* Electro Ball... An attack that does damage based on the difference between Speed... It shouldn't be that huge...

Wyv: Squirt! You alright?!


 * The shell emerges from the dust; it was a bit blackened from the power of the attack... As if it just got burned. Slowly, a badly damaged Squirt popped out. His body blackened and injured... it showed no signs of moving any time soon.

Wyv: S-Squirt... Come on man... Get up.

FD: Damn. Wyv, using Withdraw only protects against physical attacks. Electro Ball is a special attack, withdrawing won't give you any extra protection >.>

Wyv: You can do it, Squirt! You don't go down that easily!


 * Squirt didn't seem to be getting up any time soon. He was just laying there, not moving an inch.

Wyv: Squirt... You can do it...

Twin Emy: Ehh, give it up already! He isn't getting up! He's a Water type... How did you expect him to take this?!


 * Wyv was speechless. Squirt never lost a battle so far... He was sure Squirt can withstand a lot of attacks... He even managed to take an attack from a much stronger Ursaring. He still couldn't believe Squirt could lose... This was the first time his Pokemon faint in battle.


 * After calling for Squirt a few more times, it became evident that he wasn't getting up again.

Wyv: Squirt... I am sorry....

FD: It was super effective... Plus, Helping Hand boosted Electro Ball's power. And TO TOP IT ALL OFF, Electro Ball does damage based on Speed. If these guys are anywhere near as fast as Pikachu is, then Electro Ball should have done massive damage

Wyv: Right... Come back, Squirt.


 * Wyv recalls his badly injured Pokemon. This was still hard to swallow; he didn't like the feeling of seeing his Pokemon faint at all.... He felt guilty and this was the first time it ever happened.

Twin Emy: Alright, that's one down. You can choose your next and last Pokemon now.


 * Wyv tensed up a bit. He would have to use Shinx but… She really doesn't seem to like him and he never fought with her before. Will she even listen to him? Still… He felt offended seeing Squirt get hurt so badly… He has to make this work.

Wyv: Tch, don't worry Squirt. We are gonna win this *eyes sharpen*

FD: Oh, he's getting serious now -.-'

Wyv: Shinx, I choose you!


 * Can Wyv work with Shinx even though he has troubles connecting with her? Is Shinx even trained enough to take on this battle? Find out next time!

<--TO BE CONTINUED ______________________________________________________________________________________