Pokemon: Iona Adventures! [FanFic]

[Akika Miroku]

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[Alix Taylor]

YES! Three comments! I'll get started right away!

[Alix Taylor]

C H A P T E R | | 3

Paul smirked confidently, tossing the red and white orb to Ash. The pokeball contained a Phanpy, which had previously been captured by Paul. The Phanpy had been beside the female while she had been beside the female while she had been playing an ocarina. Due to it being exposed, Paul was able to catch it. And he was being a jerk and refusing to release it. Therefore, the brunette had challenged Paul to a battle; winner earns the Phanpy.

The girl stood, eyes glinting with fierce determination. Much different than her peaceful, almost shy look that she wore before. It was like this event had really swayed her. Ash watched curiously. Had the Phanpy been hers, just not caught yet? Maybe that's why she was so upset over this. He let his gaze drift to the pokemon on her shoulder, much like how Pikachu sat on his. Except this pokemon was a Chimchar. It mimicked the girl's look, as it sat poised on her shoulder. Its hot tail flames etched up its back, as its limbs were coiled like springs, ready to unfurl at any given moment.

Ash blinked, realizing that he was supposed to pose as the judge. Walking so he was exactly between the two, but off to the side (so he wouldn't be caught up in the attacks), he cast his glance back and forth between the two. He really wasn't sure which was this battle would turn. He knew that Paul was an experienced trainer that was quite good at analyzing and battling opponents. Yet, he had never seen this girl before. Meaning, he couldn't possibly be aware of her battle style. Which meant, neither could Paul. Again, he looked between the two. Te girl's pose was rigid, straight, and tight. Like she was either nervous, upset, or angry. He was going with the second option. While on the other side of the field, Paul stood with a looser form, arms crossed. His face was perfectly composed, not allowing the girl to have any chance at reading him. Ash had seen that look before. This battle was definitely going to heat up.

"Um... this battle will between Paul and... girl. Each trainer can freely use two pokemon. The first trainer with both pokemon to be knocked out will lose. Let the battle... begin?" Ash said, somehow managing a battle introduction. He knew that Brock would have been a much better judge, but he had ditched Brock to frantically gallop after Pikachu. Brilliant choice there...

Paul was the first to toss out his pokeball. "Torterra, battle standby!" As the pokeball as released from the boy's extended arm, it soared through the air, like a large bullet. As the orb smacked into the ground, it made a small tapping noise. It immediately snapped open, a red light emerging as it took the shape of a large creature.

As the pokemon emerged, it tilted its head up, calling its name aloud. "Torterra!" it bellowed, as if to intimidate the female. It stood there, staring the female down with its beady eyes.

"Chimchar? Ready?" she asked, as her pokemon nodded, springing off her shoulder. He landed gracefully, absorbing the impact by bending his knees.

"Char!" he spat back to the Torterra, meeting its glare. Size did not effect Chimchar's spirit. He didn't look one bit scared of fighting the Continent Pokémon. In fact, he looked focused and intent. Size didn't determine the outcome of a battle, and neither does the type advantage. One reason why the chimp pokemon refused to get overconfident.

The female waited. She stood still, eyes locked on Paul, not Torterra. Paul met her gaze, as the two glared into each other's eyes. Paul closed his eyes, smirking. She was trying to read him. Hah. Well, no matter. He was confident in Torterra, despite the type disadvantage. "Giga Drain!"

Chimchar stood stone still as beams of green light closed in, nearing meter by meter each second. Paul frowned, unsure of this. Yet the girl was still silent. And at the last second she uttered a command, "Chimchar, flamethrower on the ground."

"Chaaaa~~~~r!" her pokemon unleashed a river of flames, sky-rocketing it upwards. Just in the knick of time too. Just as Chimchar left the ground, Giga Drain smashed into the spot where Chimchar had been an instant ago.

"Flame Wheel!" she called, as Chicmhar spun into a fiery hot wheel of flames. Spinning wildly, he launched himself forward, closing in at an incredibly high speed. Paul clenched his teeth. Not only was he caught off guard, but she dodged at the last second. And her Chimchar's speed was not normal. In fact, it was off the charts. He knew that Ash's Chimchar (now a Monferno) was quite quick, but this Chimchar made Ash's look like it was a turtle.

"Stone Edge," Paul commanded, refusing to let her see his surprise. All he need to do was land this attack. It was super effective, and would most likely do a lot of damage. Torterra's eyes lit up, as three blue rings appeared around it. Splitting into rocks, Torterra prepared to use the super effective move to knock Chimchar out.

Yet Paul had miscalculated. It took time for Torterra to use stone edge. Time that he didn't have. Sure, once he had used stone edge it was fine, but he hadn't used it. Yet. Chimchar had increased its speed to the max, hammering into Torterra's shell, just before it was able to unleash its Stone Edge. Letting out a pained howl, it snapped its eyes shut, as the stone wafting around it fell to the earth, no longer controlled at will.

Chimchar flipped upwards, getting itself away from the smoke that rose from Torterra's shell. "Chimchar, flamethrower!" she called, as her pokemon spewed flames down on Torterra's back. It let out another howl of pain, unable to move.

"Torterra, get ahold of yourself! Frenzy Plant!" Paul shouted, forcing his grass pokemon to move. Torterra struggled, but summoned up the strength to launch a powerful attack. Roots sprouted from the Earth, aimed directly at Chimchar.

"Chimchar, use flame wheel to dodge! Aim for the ground!" the girl called. The command confused Paul. Why would she aim for the ground? Why not attack Torterra again? He watched as the Chimchar narrowly avoided the Frenzy Plant.

"Torterra, follow through! Hit it while its on the ground!" Torterra uttered a loud grunt, bending the powerful roots. Redirecting them at the ground, the grass pokemon had literally cornered Chimchar, blocking off all escape routes. Or, almost all escape routes.

As the roots smashed into the ground, clouds of dust billowed upwards. A nervous look flashed past the girl's eyes as she knotted her fingers together. Paul smirked, confident now that he had gotten the girl's emotions out of line.

"Flamethrower."

Paul's smirk disappeared, as he called an attack that would cancel it. "Giga Drain!" he said, as Torterra obeyed, launching green tendrils into the dust-cloud covered area. His intention was for it to collide with the flamethrower attack. Once more strong fire attack and Torterra would fall.

But the next event totally caught Paul off guard. The ground broke beneath Torterra, as Chimchar emerged. Flames formed in its mouth, as it exhaled, hitting Torterra's underside, where it was weaker. The beast cried out, as it had no way to dodge. And even if it moved, it would still be hit.

"Flame Wheel!" the girl called, as Chimchar spun, still blowing flames. Ramming into Torterra's underside with so much force, it could Torterra's front legs to lift off the ground. Shouting in determination, Chimchar pushed harder, raising Torterra's front feet higher and higher. Finally Chimchar reached the tipping point, which caused Torterra to flip backwards, landing roughly on its back. Dust rose up, while Chimchar landed and flipped back to the brunette. Panting slightly, the chimp pokemon flashed her a grin, which she mimicked back.

As the smoke cleared, it was clear that Torterra was down for the count. With its swirly eyes, it was KO-ed. Ash raised his arm as a signal. "Torterra is unable to battle. Um... yeah," he said, letting his arm drop. He watched as Paul recalled his pokemon, his face smooth and still collected. The girl sighed, before crouching down.

"Arigato Chimchar," she said, rubbing his head tentatively. He smiled, soaking up the praise. She looked up at Paul, who stared at her in disgust. She stood, before allowing her gaze to drift back down to Chimchar. "Do you still want to continue?" she asked. Her pokemon nodded. "Argiato, she said again, as the chimp pokemon charged back onto the field.

Paul stood, hands at his sides. He had to admit that she did have good technique. She caught him off guard, but that was only a one-time thing. She wouldn't have the privilege of doing it again.

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Alright, with three replies I post! Now... I'll think of a random number under ten, and when I reach that number of replies, I'll post =3

Ok, the lists are finally updated! Seeing as no one sighed up, the main slots are filled. If a person goes inactive for 2 weeks, their spot is up for grabs. Contact me if you aren't happy with your slot.

Alix, over and out!

[Akika Miroku]

good good~

[hellangel]

PWNsome, as usual from Alix!!!

[chouko]

Paul doesn't seem like a fun fellow, I just googled him up. Way to go to get him the the face!

On another note, so far so good, "capturing the essence of pokemon"(the show that is). Cause Ash and co always meet new friends!

Keep up the great work!

[Serenity (Disabled)]

I <3 It!

[Alix Taylor]

That's four! I'll get to work tonight! =D

[Alix Taylor]

C H A P T E R | | 3

Paul reached behind him, tugging a second pokeball from his belt. True, the female had shown skill in her battling. In fact, he was impressed. Were all trainers from Iona like this, or was she just a fluke? He'd discover the fact in the future, but he had a battle at hand in the present.

What worried the violet-haired boy was the fact that she took out his Torterra without taking a single hit. That meant that it was basically two on one. He had to chose his second pokemon wisely. There was no telling what her second pokemon was. And if her first pokemon displayed such grace and power, then her second was probably similar. Which meant that he was in for a really tough match. But maybe she'd get overconfident and he'd be able to sweep this battle clean.

Tossing the red and orb in an odd fashion (that appeared as if he was backhanding someone), the ball landed with a light tap. A second later, it exploded open, a red light flashing and twisting together to form a creature-like form. Snapping shut and bouncing back to Paul's hand, he stuffed the ball in his pocket. What now stood in front of him was a tough looking electric pokemon. Sparks fizzed around it's horns as it glared at the fire monkey. It was yellow in color, with black lightning-like marks etched across its entire body. An Electabuzz.

The girl looked up, eyes alert and focused. Ash cast a glance at her, unsure. She had seemed so... reserved before. Yet now, sheer determination replaced her expression. She had definitely changed. Ash frowned at this. What had caused it? Glancing at the pokeball in his hand, he had to wonder. Was this Phanpy hers? Did she not catch pokemon? Was it that she did not use pokeballs to house her pokemon? Was that why?

Ash was left to ponder his thoughts while Chimchar scurried back onto the field. Exhaling a cooling breath, the pokemon reopened his steel grey eyes. It was scary how alike their expressions were. They were not like two seperate pokemon. Rather, like one. One is all and all is one. Paul's expression didn't change, but he took observation of this. True, if they were that close, they'd share their strengths. Yet, also their weaknesses. He'd look for flaws in the girl.

"Chimchar, let's go! Flamethrower!" she called. Following without any hesitation, the fire-monkey spat a concentrated beam of hot flames. Shooting directly at Electabuzz, Alix watched.

"Light screen," Paul said, arms at his sides. It was as if he battled like a robot. He didn't move when he uttered a command. He never truly showed a lot of expression. And his eyes took in every detail. The female grimaced. He was serious. And if she wanted to earn her friend back, she'd have to work.

The flamethrower smashed into the grid-like box that had formed around Electabuzz. Chimchar curled his lip back, scowling at this. He was aware of what the effects of Light Screen. Crappy for him. Through, he could do without special attacks for a while. At least until the effects of light screen wore off.

"Flamewheel!" the girl said, lashing a hand forward. Paul watched, eyes narrowed. Chimchar spun forward, forming a repetitive cycle of spinning and flaming to surge forward at its incredible speed.

"Protect!" Paul called back, as Electabuzz surrounded itself in a green membrane, encasing itself and sealing its safety from the attack. Yet Paul was watching Chimchar. At the last second, it veered to the left, smashing into the right side of protect.

Paul smirked. He got it. The reason she used motions. She'd cast her arms out, looking to encourage her pokemon or release the pent up stress from battle. Yet, she was making subtle commands. The gril stoppec. What was with the smirk? He hadn't shown emotion before... what was with the sudden sneer?

"Thunder!" The switch from a strickly defensive attack to offensive was fast! Chimchar hadn't even landed from his flamewheel! Scoring it's electric attack head on, Chimchar was sent back, letting out a cry as the area was lit by the intense yellow light. Landing on his legs, he wobbled slightly, sinking to one knee. Letting out a whimper, the chimp pokemon closed its eyes, remaining weak on the side. "Thunderpunch!"

Closing in, the Thunder pokemon charged forward. Its fist sparking, the predator closed in on its prey. Yet, the mouse would always lash back at the cat before defeat. As the injured bird lured predators from its nest.

While his head was angled down, Chimchar smirked. Flicking his gaze open, it was clear that his eye color had changed. Paul's expression twisted into one of disbelief. The hell? Why did the Chimchar had green eyes? The answer was soon spelled out to him.

Electabuzz collapsed, crashing into the ground in a clumsy face plant. Paul's face darkened. Grass Knot. A rare attack, at least for a Fire Pokemon to know! Scowling, he ordered his pokemon to retaliate. "Electabuzz, get up! Thunder!"

Struggling onto its feet, Electabuzz soon surged a powerful blast from its horns. It was cleared enraged from tripping, planning to pay back the Chimchar for it. Yet, his electric attack hit empty air. It was gone. Paul had heard it at the last minute, though Electabuzz had missed it. Another Dig attack was what the girl ordered.

Not having time to react, Electabuzz was soon met by a fist thrust upwards, scoring him with an uppercut. Flipping backwards, the yellow pokemon landed on its back, trying to regain itself. "Protect!"

A good strategy. Protecting itself while it struggled to recollect its movements. "Flamethrower!" the girl said, clenching a fist in front of her. Paul's eyes didn't miss the action. He'd key in on those now. The flames hit the shield, canceling both out. Now, Both pokemon stood, waiting.

"Thunder!"

"Counter with Flamethrower!"

Both attacks smashed together, causing a small explosion to form. Air buffetted the girl and Paul, causing their hair to ruffle and their clothes to flap in the newly created wind. The girl's eyes narrowed, as she stared forward. Both pokemon had taken significant damage. Chimchar had been struck by a strong Thunder. Electabuzz had been hit with a grass knot and dig.

"Chimchar, Flamethrower!"

"Light screen!"

Perfect. The girl had hoped for this defensive technique. "Spin into a flame wheel!" she said quickly. Chimchar grinned as he sped forward, sommersaulting into a spinning wheel of fiery wrath. Electabuzz's expression changed, as Light Screen only affected Special Attack moves. Flamethrower was a spacial attack, yet Flame Wheel was not.

Smashing into Electabuzz's midsection, Chimchar sent the large creature backwards. Though, the two weren't finished. "Flare Tornado!"

Now, the chimp pokemon redirected his crash course. Spinning circles around Electabuzz, he soon formed the cyclone of fire and hot air. Now, concealed by a wall of fire, he proceeded to take out his opponent. Jutting out at obtuse angles, he hit Electabuzz fron the back, front, sides, and anywhere that the creature wasn't expecting.

"Thunder, all directions!" Paul called. His pokemon barely heard the command over the roar of the flames that encased him. Pushing every ounce of electrical eergy to his horns, he discharged a massive Thunder attack, that jutted out in practically every direction. Beams of highly concentrated electricity caused the flaming cyclone to disperse, sending Chimchar back. Crying out in pain from the attack, he landed on his back, skidding backwards to come to rest near the female.

Electabuzz was showing the effects of the attack though. Calling upon that much power in one instant had left it rendered temporely exhausted. "Chimchar, you ok?" the girl asked, eyes flashing in concern. Her pokemon smacked his palms to the ground, pushing himself up. Nodding at her he signified that he was still rearing to go.

"Ok. Let's go forward! Hi-ko-za-ru Combo!" she said, smiling encouragingly at her pokemon. He nodded, immediately spinning into a flame wheel.

"Protect, Electabuzz," Paul ordered, as the thunder pokemon used the shield yet again. A green-tingled bubble formed around the yellow and black pokemon.

"Keep going Chimchar!" the girl urged, telling her pokemon to not stop the combo because of this. He smashed into the shield, rebounding upwards, just over Electabuzz's body height, but not directly overhead. Ceasing his previous attack, he launched a new flamethrower downwards, colliding with the figure and pressing him into the ground. Next, the chimp pokemon dove downwards, clawing at the grassy Earth. Not giving Electabuzz time to retaliate, he soon resurfaced, scoring his claws across Electabuzz's chest.

And that was it. With that last combo, Electabuzz fell, leaving Chimchar standing. Though he was exhausted from the overuse of attacks and two consecutive battles in a row, he cheered, leaping back towards the girl.

"Um... Electabuzz is unable to battle... Er... Girl is the winner!"

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Sorry if the end sucks. I am so tired and I just want my bed at the moment. And I'm sorry for the delay. I was really sick. Comments are always appreciated. I will probably edit this so this battle is closer and Chimchar doesn't win as easily. Ok...niiiiiggghhh..t.....

[POKÉ 001]

The battle was awesome and epic!