Pokémon GS, The Johto Leauge Prolouge: Setting Off by "Kenta Marina" Yup, it's me again, with a new series that comes from the games for the GBC. For those of you who play the Gold, Silver, or Crystal Versions, and at least know how the story goes, you'll know what to expect from this one. As for the ones who don't play the mentioned games, this story is about Kenta's adventures, which closely resembles Ash's journey in the TV show. ============================================================================ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================================================ Setting Off Several years ago... "Pikachu, hang in there!" the red Trainer shouted. This was the match of the century. Ash Ketchum against Gary Oak, right in the Indigo Plateau, with the title of Pokémon Champion on the line. Both Trainers are down to only one Pokémon. Ash's Pikachu has barely enough energy to go on, but on the other hand, Gary's Eevee is still going strong. "Looks like Ash's Pikachu is no match for Gary's Eevee, and it may be over!" the announcer shouted. "It's not yet over until I say so," thought Ash. "Well, well, well. One hit is enough to take down your pathetic Pikachu!" Gary said. "Pikachu, don't give up, just hang in there." "It's over! Eevee, Take Down attack, now!" "Pikachu, Thunderbolt!" commanded Ash. "Eevee is heading straight for Pikachu, while it fires of a jolt of electricity! Who knows what will happen next?" said the announcer. Pikachu's Thunderbolt attack created a massive cloud of smoke covering the whole arena, even the Trainers themselves. "And Pikachu has created a smoke cloud from the explosion, covering the arena. Folks, we'll have to wait and see what happens next!" the announcer shouted again. "Some genius you are, creating a smoke cloud..." Gary quietly said to himself. Then, everyone was stunned at what happened in the arena when the smoke cleared, including the Trainers. Down at the arena, Eevee was lying on the ground, exhausted, while Pikachu stood on all fours on the arena, bruised, exhausted, and was breathing very hard. The announcer, jaw open, was the first to say something. "A stunning comeback by Ash Ketchum of Pallet Town!!" And the crowd roared at that, while down at the arena, Ash was stunned, while Gary had that "I don't believe it!" look on his face. "It seems that Pikachu's Thunderbolt attack may have dealt a critical hit on Eevee, causing it to faint! Now that's one powerful Pikachu!" said the announcer. Ash looked at Pikachu with amazement. "Pikachu, you did it!" he said "Pika Pika," it said, still tired from the attack. "I knew you could do it," he said. "This is really a stunning comeback, folks. Now, Ash is the new, Pokémon Champion as he defeats Gary Oak in a stunning victory!" the announcer shouted, jumping up and down in his seat. "Eevee, return!" Gary said, close to shedding tears as he knelt down on his knees. Back at Pallet Town, celebrations commenced for the two Trainers, even though they knew that one lost to the other. The people of Pallet Town were there. There was food, music, games, jokes, and even Pokémon battles in which even Ash and Gary lost (Prof. Oak's lab was the "Pokémon Center"). The celebrations went on until the break of dawn. The next morning, Prof. Oak went out to Route 1, where he saw Gary battling a wild Spearow with his Eevee. Gary managed to defeat the Spearow, who simply gave up and flew away. "I still don't get it. Why did I lose to him?" he asked to himself. "The answer is simple, Gary," said the professor. Gary was surprised to see his own grandfather, listening to his question. "What are you doing here?" he asked. "I just happen to by walking by, but more on the question, the answer is quite simple," the professor said. Then, he picked up Gary's Eevee, and gently stroked its' fur. "It's because you didn't love and care for your Pokémon, not having the strongest one," he said, continuing to stroke Eevee's fur. It gave a little sound to tell that it's enjoying it. "Take a look at Ash and Pikachu, Gary. I'll bet you that they've also been through tough times like you, and that they stuck together and looked out for each other," he finished. Gary thought about this for a moment. "Guess I really do owe him a 'Congratulations,' huh Gramps?" "I think you do, Gary." "Gramps?" "Yes?" "Is it okay if I stay back here in Pallet and help you with your research?" "But what about your dream?" "Nah, I think I'm better off studying about the mysteries of Pokémon, and who knows? Maybe I'll be able to change my ways!" "I think that's a very good idea, Gary, since I do need a little help around." Ash got out of bed and went for a walk to Route 1. He saw both Gary and Prof. Oak, who were surprised to see him. "Ash, you look like you're going off on another adventure," Prof. Oak observed. "Yeah, I'm gonna train some more, right Pikachu?" "Pika Pika!" "Where are you gonna train?" asked Gary. "Maybe I'll go train in Johto." "I see." "Prof. Oak?" "Yes?" "Is it okay if you don't tell anybody where I'm going, even Mom?" "Your secret is safe with us." "That also means you, Gary," said Ash. "I know that, Ash. When are you coming back?" asked Gary. "I'm sure that I'll be gone for a very long time," replied Ash. "Well, I'm going. See ya!" And so, Ash heads out of Route 1, then flies off, using one of his Flying Pokémon, to an unknown place in Johto to train some more. Who knows? Maybe a trainer from out of nowhere might find him and maybe challenge him to a battle... ============================================================================ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================================================ Disclaimer (c) 1995 - 2003 Nintendo (c) 1995 - 2003 Creatures Inc. (c) 1995 - 2003 GAME FREAK Inc. Pokémon, Pikachu, and all other characters are trademarks of Nintendo. All rights, including the copyrights of game, scenario, music and program reserved by Nintendo, Creatures Inc., and Game Freak Inc. ============================================================================ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ============================================================================ Special Thanks go to: The Jolt Master for posting this fanfic! Thanks again!!