"We need to rehearse a new show, and there aren't enough water Pokémon in the aquarium. If you don't come, could you provide us with some water Pokémon?"
If that were all, Misty would be willing to help out for the sake of their sisterhood.
"Horsea seems a little depressed because he has been away from the sea. If we send him to the aquarium, he can go swimming well!"
Misty readily agreed and teleported back several water Pokémon.
Afterwards, she received thanks from elder sister Sakura, and...
return the goods.
"We love the other Pokémon, especially Horsea.
"But there is still a child. It can't adapt to the aquarium, so I'll give it back to you for now."
After reading the message from Sakura, and looking at the transmission platform.
Misty couldn't help but sigh at Psyduck's empty and wise eyes.
"Even Sakura and the others abandoned you."
Misty originally wanted to ask Sakura and the other sisters to take good care of Psyduck.
Even if Psyduck could be allowed to participate in the rehearsal program, he might become a little smarter.
But obviously, the three Sakura sisters noticed the abnormality of Psyduck and decisively sent it back.
And the reason he used was also something Misty couldn't refute:
"We are an aquarium here, and we need to perform underwater.
"But this Psyduck can't swim at all~!"
"During the first rehearsal, I almost drowned in the water!!"
Misty:"
Being a Water Type Pokémon, he almost drowned in the water.
No one would believe this ridiculous thing once it was told.
But if it is applied to Psyduck, then it is understandable.
In the end, Misty sighed and took Psyduck with her and continued on the road.
There are many routes to choose from when taking a ferry back from Cinnabar Island.
The nearest one is Vermilion City.
Then from Vermilion City, go to Changpan City.
It would be much smoother if you walked the same path again.
Even on the road, we encountered some twists and turns.
For example, Ash and his group came to a city to rest.
As a result, a large number of thefts happened in the city.
What about the chef's cooking pot, the athlete's baseball bat, the mother's milk bottle for feeding her child…
And so on, weird stuff.
As a result, a group of victims whose belongings had been stolen surrounded the police station and Officer Jenny.
For this reason, Officer Jenny can only feel a headache.
"It would be great if someone could help me share the burden..."
Officer Jenny was surrounded and felt overwhelmed.
Especially there was a lunatic standing next to him who couldn't help at all and swore that it was aliens who did it.
This man, named Oswald, claims to be an alien researcher who travels around the world in search of aliens.
There they insist that these events were caused by aliens.
Officer Jenny was speechless for a while.
"If it doesn't work, go to other cities and transfer some sisters over to help."
"And Mr. Ash, who they keep talking about. If he were here, maybe all these troubles would be solved...
Officer Jenny was still sighing there, and then she was suddenly startled.
Not far ahead, I saw a young boy with Pikachu on his shoulders, and another man and woman walking towards me.
"Officer Jenny, we are from Thief."
Ash picked up the strange Pokémon in his hand:
"Just now, it and its accomplices tried to steal things from our backpacks, but we discovered them."
"Look, how to deal with it."
"..."
Thief and Clefairy were caught by Ash and stood there with a dejected look on their faces.
"Beep, Clefairy, the Fairy Pokémon, will play energetically on full-moon nights. At dawn, when they are tired of playing, they will return to the quiet mountains to rest with their friends."
Previously, Ash and his friends had seen a group of Clefairy guarding a huge Moon Stone at Mt. Moon.
But later I contacted Professor Oak and the problem there has been solved.
And now, after Ash came to this city, he happened to encounter this group of Clefairys causing chaos.
These Clefairies were also on flying saucer rockets that happened to crash near this city.
The reason they stole so many things was to collect enough materials.
To repair their spaceships and take them back to their homeland or somewhere else.
Ash has no interest in the goals of these Clefairies.
He lived well in this Pokémon world, but he had no intention of going to outer space.
Well, there is also a final evolution of Catterpie, living in the Hideki layer.
There are also many visitors from outer space and other Pokémon.
The land beneath his feet was already rich and colorful with Pokémon, so he would not venture into more dangerous and unknown areas.
Finally, after handing over the culprit, Clefairy, to Officer Jenny, the matter was resolved perfectly.
The group of Clefairies that repaired the spacecraft will naturally be investigated by the Alliance.
Residents who have lost items in the city can also get their belongings back.
"Thank you so much!!"
Officer Jenny was full of gratitude and respect, and bowed earnestly to Ash and his companions as they left.
"I have only heard legends about Mr. Ash.
"I never thought that not only when I have troubles, I can go to Mr. Ash and he can help me solve them.
"Even if we haven't had time to find him, he will appear in front of us on his own initiative."
"It's just like those Mega heroes, appearing in front of us in time when we and the people are in the most difficult and needy times!!"
Well, now the rumors about Ash are gradually increasing as he experiences more and more events.
It started to accumulate more and more, and gradually began to turn into a legend.
Of course, Ash ignored all this.
He only knew that this was just a trivial episode on the way back.
Until finally, he came to the first city he entered when he started his journey.
Kanto Region, Tokiwa City.
It is also the home base and headquarters of Team Rocket!
...
When Ash and others officially stood at the door of the Tokiwa Gym.
What caught my eye were the two soldiers standing at the door holding long axes, dressed like ancient Romans.
It's like a soldier guarding the gate, quietly waiting for the next challenger to arrive.
"I'm Ash from Pallet Town."
Ash stepped forward and said, "I'm here to formally challenge the gym trainer.
when!
After Ash finished speaking, the two soldiers guarding the gate did not say much.
Just hit the ground with the long axe in your hand.
In an instant.
Rumble.
Accompanied by a dull sound, at the entrance of the gym.
The stone door slowly opened, revealing a long, dark corridor inside.
"This is the last Badge, here I come..."
Ash smiled and took the lead to step forward.
Not only Badge, but also Team Rocket's boss, Bed.
DXZ....
And the most popular Pokémon, Mewtwo~!!
"It's so fast, this is the last gym."
Walking in this long corridor, Misty couldn't help but sigh at the experiences and adventures she had along the way.
"As long as I get this badge, I'll be eligible to participate in the Alliance Conference."
"Although, Ash has already taken the test and passed, which is enough to qualify."
Xiao Gang also nodded, "It's really not easy along the way."
"But fortunately, this is basically the only place left."
"Tokiwa Gym, I remember this gym seemed to be..."
"He's called [Giovanni of the Earth], and he's the gym trainer!"
"Earth? It seems that this gym is good at Ground-type skills."
"Ash has Wartortle, Ivysaur, and Charizard who can fly. No matter which one we send to fight, it will be fine!"
"It seems that this challenge can be easily overcome! !"
Misty and Xiaogang were not worried at all, and even felt a little relieved.
So many gyms have been successfully challenged before.
Ash even managed to defeat Blaine's powerful Rathalos.
This time, we came to this Ground Type gym.
Ash has so many Pokémon that can counter Ground Type.
Once you get the Badge, it's just a matter of time to go through the motions!!
When several people crossed the corridor and walked into the battle space lit by T fire.
It was like a Western classical battlefield in the style of ancient Rome, appearing before everyone.
Above the opposite field, there is a high platform.
On the high platform, sitting on a luxurious classical sofa was a middle-aged man who was full of momentum, majesty and extraordinary bearing.
"You are Ash from Pallet Town, right?"
The middle-aged man's hand gently stroked the fur of his beloved pet Persian.
There was clearly no fluctuation in his tone, but it revealed an attitude that left no room for doubt.
"[Ash from Pallet Town], I've heard this name more than once."
"He is known as the best trainer in recent trips."
Giovanni calmly stated the rumors he had heard, "Now you have finally come to challenge my gym."
"Then let me see if it is as magical as sending a message."
As soon as Giovanni finished speaking, a referee wearing Roman armor suddenly jumped out from the darkness.
"The number of Pokémon used is limited to three, and there is no time limit. The game officially begins!!"
After reading the rules, the referee immediately rang the bell.
Ding~!
"Go ahead, Ge Li."
Giovanni Solaceon threw a Pokémon ball at hand.
Bang!
A Pokémon with four arms, light blue skin, and a human-like appearance appeared on the scene.
"Fighting Machamp?!!"
Xiao Gang and Misty were both stunned, "Isn't this a Ground Type gym?!"
Although there is no explicit requirement that the gym trainer must send out a Pokémon Attribute.
But since the name of the gym Trainer Giovanni here is [Earth].
Then most of them should be Ground Type, but it turns out that this Machamp is wearing a golden belt and has a black pattern similar to the triangle shorts...
How to see how
It's a bit inconsistent.
"Beep, Machamp, Machamp Pokémon, a Pokémon that has mastered all fighting techniques. If you are caught by its four arms, you will be finished and thrown to the other side of the horizon.
"
The Rotom Pokédex floated by at the right moment.
"It's a very special Pokédex."
Giovanni's gaze lingered on the Rotom Pokédex for a few seconds.
As an evil villain organization that opposes the official Pokémon Alliance, Team Rocket's god.
Giovanni is very concerned about the new equipment developed by the Alliance.
Knowing yourself and your enemy, you can fight a hundred battles without danger. This is the secret to the Rockets' survival.
"..."
Ash was not surprised at all that Giovanni of the Earth could bring out this Fighting-type Pokémon.
For Giovanni, Pokémon doesn't have much affection for him.
All he has are tools to use, weapons and values to realize his ambition of dominating the world.
Even in the special episode, Giovanni's main Pokémon is a legendary Pokémon called Beedrill.
"Since Rival is a fighting type, then..."
Ash threw the Pokémon ball he had prepared long ago without hesitation.
"I'll leave it to you, where's Eruption!!"
"Fire Roar~!!"
The roar of the dragon's might spread throughout the entire venue.
A white light flashed, and Charizard's heroic figure appeared in Soaring in the sky.
"Charizard? This Pokémon looks like it has a pretty good breeder...
Seeing this, Giovanni just took the lead gently.
It is rare and precious that he can say "not bad" for his evaluation.
"Charizard, who can have such a refined Celestial posture as 117, at least, you are indeed worthy of the reputation of an excellent Trainer..."
Giovanni was there chatting with Solaceon, and also seemed to be an ordinary gym trainer, evaluating the challenger.
In his life, he has seen too many talented and outstanding trainers.
I have seen quite a few champions from various regions, and Elite Trainers are pretty common.
Being able to give Ash such an evaluation now is already quite a recognition.
"Charizard, Air Blade."
"Machamp, use Rock Tomb."
Facing Charizard with Flying and Fire types, Rock type attacks have a four-fold restraining effect.
Moreover, the move [Rock Tomb] is a physical attack.
Machamp's Species Strength is as high as 130 points.
Logically speaking, facing Giovanni's Machamp, if he was really in a situation where he was four times restrained.
Ash still needs to think carefully and be cautious in both attack and defense.
But unfortunately, the one he sent out now was Charizard.
Entry: [Legend of Dragon King], except for skills that restrain dragons, other attribute skills cannot restrain it.
Moreover, not to mention Ash's own entry: [Master of Reverse Attribute (Purple)]:
During a battle, if you are on the side whose attribute is restrained, your strength will increase by 30%.
Charizard is restrained by his own attributes and immunity.
It completely ignored the Rock attacks that were flying towards it.
Snort sniff~!!
The wings flapped, and cyclone wind blades kept slashing out.
Bang~!
In the blink of an eye, the flying rocks were chopped into pieces!
Then, the force of the castration continued, and it hit Machamp right on the body!!
"Strange~power…"
With only a scream, Machamp fell to the ground, his eyes were full of circles.
But it couldn't even withstand a single blow from Charizard.
Well, in the original version, when Gary came to challenge the gym, Giovanni also casually took out the Golem.
As a result, the two Pokémon used the impact move together to fight against Nidoking brought out by Gary.
With just one strike, Golem was knocked away by Nidoking, and then fell to the ground, unable to get up.
It can be seen that these Pokémon were simply used by Giovanni to deal with gym challenges.
No effort was put into cultivating it at all, it is just a tool that is used at hand.
I remember that there were many Pokémon in the basement of the Tokiwa Gym, locked in cages for you to take whenever you wanted.
Therefore, it is understandable that the strength is not very good.
"It's quite capable. Then, this will be my second Pokémon."
Giovanni still didn't say anything, but just picked up another Pokémon ball from the table next to him.
Bang!
A white light flashed, and a huge red crab appeared in the center of the venue.
"Beep, Kingler, the evolution of Krabby. Although Kinglers can communicate with each other by swinging their giant pincers, they will quickly get tired because the pincers are too heavy."
The Rotom Pokédex floated through the air again.