_|-Individual RP: Sam Da Mule-|_

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

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“Hmm, I know how you feel Garchomp. You don’t want to fight our friend any longer, do you? Alright, it is about time we put an end to this. Roggenrola, I’m Natsu and that’s Garchomp. I’ll like to have you on my Pokémon Team!” Natsu smiled, as he threw a Hyperball towards the unwary Roggenrola. He was already talking as if they were friends, it was a bit nubby. I wasn't sure if the Roggenrola would actually join his team, but it wouldn't surprise me if it did. The battle was okayish, not too interesting, but I felt that they had some sort of connection during that battle.

I watched the Hyperbapp fly through the air and hit the Rock type on its head. It seemed a bit over top using a Hyperball when a Parkball would do the trick, but it was his choice. A red light shot out of the ball and took in the small Rock Pokemon. The ball container shook several times back and forth. I guessed it was because Roggenrola was deciding whether or not it actually wanted to join Natsu's team. I figured it did when the ball stopped shaking and remained motionless on the floor. I walked over and picked it up.

"Congrats again, you caugth Roggenrola." I said. "Where to now?"

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On-going battles: N/a

Character Count: N/a

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 9

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

Leo watched as the Hyperball hovered through the air and hit the Rock type on its head. A red light shot out of the ball and took in the small Rock Pokémon. The ball container shook several times back and forth. This was the transition stage whereby Roggenrola was deciding whether or not it actually wanted to join Natsu's team. When the ball stopped shaking and remained motionless on the floor, Leo walked over and picked it up.

"Congrats again, you caught Roggenrola." I said. "Where to now?"

Natsu held his head down a bit and smirked. There were so many paths to decide actually. But given his stats and the number of Hyperballs he actually has left, he couldn’t take a more elongated path. But he didn’t want to end his journey that fast either. His goal is to explore the mountains, and actually try to seek out a Pokémon. Not any ordinary Pokémon of course.

“Hey Ranger, any chance we can venture inside the Mountains? I know it’s really hot and dry there, but I’ve got covered with the supplies I’m carrying, and I’d like to explore the insides of Mt.Deckbi. I heard quite a lot of rare Pokémon wander around there due to the fact that not many Trainers or Rangers actually go there. We might run into something rare, don’t you think so?” Natsu asked Ranger Leo, and awaited for a reply.

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

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“Hey Ranger, any chance we can venture inside the Mountains? I know it’s really hot and dry there, but I’ve got covered with the supplies I’m carrying, and I’d like to explore the insides of Mt.Deckbi. I heard quite a lot of rare Pokémon wander around there due to the fact that not many Trainers or Rangers actually go there. We might run into something rare, don’t you think so?” Natsu asked me.

"Yeah, I've heard rumors of that. I suppose it wouldn't hurt to check it out." I said in response. I was set against going into the volcano, but it wouldn't hurt to take a look inside. Maybe he'd even find something worthwhile. "There should he a path just right up ahead." We walked up a couple of yards. Right when we were about to go in, another small earthquake shook the mountain. I looked up to the top of the volcano again and saw rocks rolling down towards us. It was too many rocks to have a Pokemon stop them in time, so I pushed Natsu into the path and ran inside. The rocks nearly crushed us, and they had blocked the exit.

"Well, I could dig us out, but I'm guessing you want to just go in the volcano right?" I asked. Natsu nodded, still in shock at what just happened. I pulled out a black and red Pokeball and tossed it in front of me. A small steel plated, long-clawed Pokemon emerged from the sphere.

"Excadrill?" Chainclaw asked.

"Yeah, just lead us through." I said to Chainclaw, my Excadrill. He was fimilar with this volcano. He wasn't born here, but I let him run around this area plenty of times so he knew this volcano pretty well.

As we ventured in, it got hotter and hotter, which was expected. I could here the sound of liquid swishing around up head.

"Exca." Chainclaw called out.

"Oh, a magma pit up ahead?" I repeated. "Let's go check it out." We walked carefully down the path until we came to the pit Chainclaw told us about. It wasn't very big, but the heat was intense. I wiped the sweatstorm off my forhead and was about to turn around and lead us out when I heard a bubbling sound coming from the pit. I looked into it and saw two yellow eyes staring back at us.

"Magby!" It cried out. It wasn't used to seeing humans in the volcano, which wasn't a surprise.

"You want to battle this little guy?" I asked Natsu.

_

On-going battles: Magby [100%] vs Garchomp [79%]

Character Count: N/a

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 8

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

Before long, we finally found the opening which lead to the inside of the volcano. However, our presence was not welcomed entirely, as a small earthquake followed up right after. Leo looked up to the top of the volcano quickly and saw rocks rolling down towards us. There were too many rocks to have a Pokémon stop them in time, as I felt a small push from the Ranger. Somehow, we ended up inside the cave, safely. The rocks nearly crushed us, and they had blocked the exit.

"Well, I could dig us out, but I'm guessing you want to just go in the volcano right?" Leo asked.

“Hmm, I never expected this. But yes, let us venture forth...” Natsu nodded, still in shock at what just happened.

The Ranger pulled out a black and red Pokeball and tossed it in front of Natsu. A small steel plated, long-clawed Pokémon emerged from the sphere.

"Excadrill?" it gestured.

"Yeah, just lead us through." Leo replied to his Excadrill. Natsu could tell the bond between those two, right at first sight.

As we ventured in, it got hotter and hotter, as expected. We could also hear the sound of liquid swishing around up head. Natsu wondered if he was ever going to find the Pokémon he looked for.

"Exca." Leo’s Pokémon called out.

"Oh, magma pit up ahead?" he repeated. "Let's go check it out."

We walked carefully down the path until we came to the pit Excadrill told us about. It wasn't very big, but the heat was intense. As the Ranger wiped the sweat storm off his forehead and was about to turn around and lead us out, we heard a bubbling sound coming from the pit. We looked into it and saw two yellow eyes staring back at us.

"Magby!" It cried out. It wasn't used to seeing humans in the volcano, which wasn't a surprise.

"You want to battle this little guy?" I asked Natsu.

“Hmm a Magby?” Natsu replied quietly as he took a quick scan of it with his Pokédex.

Magby, the Live Coal Pokémon. Magby is the pre-evolved form of Magmar. Despite its small size, it is a tough opponent and produces an extremely hot flame. It can breathe out 1100-degree Fahrenheit flames, and hot embers drip from its mouth. It is also able to shoot Smog from its mouth.

“Magmar and Co? I think not, for today at the very least. My Garchomp won’t fight another puny opponent even I commanded him to.” Natsu told the Ranger as he walked towards the Magby.

He quickly pulled up a Pokedoll from his bagpack and handed it over to the Magby which was cautious.

“I have no intention of fighting you, little buddy. Go now, run off to your family before they start looking for you…” Natsu replied..

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

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“Magmar and Co? I think not, for today at the very least. My Garchomp won’t fight another puny opponent even I commanded him to.” Natsu told me. I just shrugged and said whatever. “I have no intention of fighting you, little buddy. Go now, run off to your family before they start looking for you…” Natsu replied. He quickly pulled up a Pokedoll from his bagpack and handed it over to the Magby who immediatly burned the doll, flicked Natsu off and went under the magma.

"Guess you insulted it by calling it puny." I said, shrugging again. Excadrill nodded in agreement, then pointed to the other side of the magma pit. There was a small opening. "I guess we can head over there." As I said that, I felt another tremor. "Or maybe we should get out of here." I mumbled. If it came to a point where it was to dangerous to continue, Mindbender would instantly teleport us out. She was ready on standby.

We continued walking to the next room, which turned out to be a long tunnel. At the end was an enromous cavern. Near the top, I could see a large Charizard cirling the cave, blowing Flamethrower all over the place.

"You going to battle it?" I asked. "If not we should get out of here quick."

_

On-going battles: Charizard [100%] vs Garchomp [79%]

Character Count: N/a

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 8

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

It wasn’t long before Magby got livid and seared the Pokedoll Natsu offered it and quickly trotted off.

"Guess you insulted it by calling it puny." Leo said, shrugged. His Pokémon, Excadrill, nodded in agreement, and then pointed to the other side of the magma pit.

“Heh, guess I am not the only sensitive one around here. I should watch my mouth.
“Garr?” Garchomp looked over a small opening nearby.

"I guess we can head over there." As Leo said that, there was another tremor. "Or maybe we should get out of here." He slowly mumbled.

“One tremor is weird enough, but a few? That’s something new around Mt.Deckbi. I really have to check the inner parts of this mountain.” Natsu thought to himself.

He gave a slight nod and the group proceeded to the cave opening. They continued walking to the next room, which turned out to be a long tunnel. At the end was an enormous cavern. Near the top, Ranger Leo could see a large Charizard circling the cave, blowing Flamethrower all over the place.

"You are going to battle it?" I asked. "If not we should get out of here quick."

“What are you doing Charizard? How come are you in a cave rather than soaring away in the skies outside? What’s drawing you in? Is it her? Is it that Pokémon?” Natsu mumbled.
“Garrrrrrrr” Garchomp snarled. There was actually an opponent about its size. Finally, it thought.

“No, not yet, Garchomp. He’s not one you’d like to pick up a fight with. You have a huge advantage over him since you can either fly or dive into the ground. Him being a part flyer, he doesn’t have much a winning chance here. Let’s leave him be, or actually...” Natsu said, as he ran over to the side by a huge rock and took out his Camera.

CHING!

“Hah. Ranger! I guess this picture alone would be good enough for you?” Natsu replied, as he walked back to the Ranger, handing over the photo...

Spoiler

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

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“What are you doing Charizard? How come are you in a cave rather than soaring away in the skies outside? What’s drawing you in? Is it her? Is it that Pokémon?” Natsu mumbled. I wasn't sure what he was rambling on about. What did he know that I didn't? Something was suspisious about him and I was going to start keeping my eye on him.

“No, not yet, Garchomp. He’s not one you’d like to pick up a fight with. You have a huge advantage over him since you can either fly or dive into the ground. Him being a part flyer, he doesn’t have much a winning chance here. Let’s leave him be, or actually...” Natsu said, clearly he was conceited. Yeah, Charizard was wild and untrained, but I doubted he had a high advantage. Charizard could also fly and dig underground, so his points were invalid. Maybe he was scared of losing. Instead of battling it, he pulled out his camera and snapped a shot of it and show me the photo. I just nodded, not saying anything.

"Let's get going then." I said, moving quickly out of the room. I saw two paths, one leading up towards the top of the volcano and one that lead below. "Which way do you want to go?"

_

On-going battles: ??? N/a vs Garchomp [79%]

Character Count: N/a

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 8

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

After handing over the photograph, Leo didn’t say anything. He just nodded, took the photo and started looking around for paths to continue. Natsu tried his best not to reveal his true identify, even if it freaks the crap out of the Ranger. He could tell by the silent treatment he’s getting, but of course, Leo only chooses to speak when a Pokémon either appears, or when a path had to be chosen to carry on the venture. Natsu had the ability to read off just from facial expressions his guest makes. Most of them haven’t been that pleasant.

"Let's get going then." Leo said, moving quickly out of the room. Walking down the rocky path, we saw two paths, one leading up towards the top of the volcano and one that lead below. "Which way do you want to go?" he asked, turning towards Natsu.

The answer was already obvious enough, but Natsu had to make a confirmation. Garchomp started snuffling the pale air around the volcano. There was a certain pungent smell coming from deep within the volcano’s crater. It was as if someone or something is welcoming Natsu deep within. Could it be that Pokémon? There was only one way to find out.

“Let’s go Ranger, deep into the volcano.” Natsu replied, as he looked at Leo.

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

_

Something about this guy seemed strangly familiar, but I couldn't quite grasp who he was. I made sure not to look at him to not arise suspision, I was going to find out who he was. I pulled out my cell phone, which surprisingly got service down here. I quickly texted my assistant to do a quick background check on this guy. Then, I continued walking on as if nothing happened.

“Let’s go Ranger, deep into the volcano.” He said.

"Okay, sure, whatever." I said. "Excadrill, anything up ahead?"

"Drill, Drill." He said, nodding his head.

"Hmm, don't think he'd be interested in that, but let's go." I said, leading the way into the lower area of the volcano. Before we could get far, two rocks came loose from the volcano wall and slammed together near us. I saw two blank white eyes coming from the shadows.

"BRONZONG!" It roared. I wondered why a Bronzong would be here, it made no sense. Bronzong were Steel-type Pokemon who were at a great disadvantage against Fire-type Pokemon. The only explanation that made a little sense was that it had the Heatproof ability. Even if it did have that ability, it still didn't explain much.

"Want to battle this Bronzong?" I asked my mysterious Trainer.

_

On-going battles: Bronzong [100%] vs Garchomp [79%]

Character Count: N/a

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 6

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???], Charizard[???], Bronzong[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

"Okay, sure, whatever." Leo said. "Excadrill, anything up ahead?"

"Drill, Drill." the mole-like Pokemon replied, nodding his head.

"Hmm, don't think he'd be interested in that, but let's go." Leo said, leading the way into the lower area of the volcano. Before we could get far, two rocks came loose from the volcano wall and slammed together near us. I saw two blank white eyes coming from the shadows.

"BRONZONG!" It roared. We wondered why a Bronzong would be here, it made no sense, at all. Bronzong were Steel-type Pokemon who were at a great disadvantage against Fire-type Pokemon. The only explanation that made a little sense was that it had the Heatproof ability. Even if it did have that ability, it still didn't explain much.

"Want to battle this Bronzong?" Leo asked.

Natsu didn't seem to respond to Leo for a while, as he was in his own world, thinking. The reports were right. All the Pokemon which were supposedly roaming outside the mountains are brought in. Against their own will or not Natsu can't tell, but he's sure its that Pokemon's doing. Is it perhaps preventing him from getting any further into the Volcano? However, this didn't put him down at all.

"Sorry Bronzong, but I don't have the time to entertain you." He said, as he pulled out a Pokedoll out of his bag, and flung it towards the Bronzong.

"Leo, duck!" Natsu shouted.

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

_

"Sorry Bronzong, but I don't have the time to entertain you." He said, as he pulled out a Pokedoll out of his bag, and flung it towards the Bronzong. "Leo, duck!" Natsu threw a doll over my head. If I hadn't ducked he would have surely smacked the doll in my face. Of course since it was a doll, it wouldn't have hurt, but still would be rude. I just shook my head and pointed ahead of me, signaling to him that we were going that way. I heard a small explosion come from farther in the cave.

"What the fu-" I said. "What the heck was that. Follow me." I ran up the path. It was my job as a Ranger to investiagte anything odd that happens in the park. If I was just a regular Ranger, I would have just let it go, but being an Elite made me feel that it was my job to investigate. The volcano wasn't supposed to erupt anytime soon, perhaps something was causing it to do so. Whatever the reason was, I had to find out quick before something bad happened.

Then we heard a boom, it was a bit smaller than the one from a few moments ago, but this time a piece of the left wall came crumbling down and a Litwick came flying out. The small candle flew into the right cave wall. The Litwick glared at us angrily.

"You want to battle it?" I asked. "You may have to calm it down a bit. Chainclaw, go scout up ahead but don't engage in any battles without reporting to me."

_

On-going battles: Litwick [100%] vs Garchomp [79%]

Character Count: IDK

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 5

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???], Charizard[???], Bronzong[???], Litwick[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

Ranger Cameron shook my head and pointed ahead, signalling to me that we were going that way. Though, our presence was not welcomed. Then, we heard a small explosion come from deep inside the cave. Natsu smiled to himself, as if he knew who that could have been, but kept quiet for the moment being.

"What the fu-" Cameron yelled. "What the heck was that? Follow me!" he said cautiously, while running up the path. Natsu was impressed. It was their job as a Ranger to investigate anything odd that happens inside the park. If he was just a regular Ranger, he might have chosen to avoid it, but being an Elite made him feel investigate. Natsu could tell everything with just a scenario. He didn’t make a bad choice at all, making Cameron an Elite Ranger. He took a quick glimpse around, and noticed that the volcano wasn't going to erupt anytime soon, or at least, going by his report he received earlier in his office. Perhaps something was causing it to do so.

Immediately after, we heard a boom. The impact was a bit smaller than the one from a few moments ago, but this time a piece of the left wall came crumbling down and surprisingly enough, another Litwick came flying out. The small candle flew into the right cave wall. The Litwick glared at us angrily.

“..Wow. You flew right into that wall, and you’re now glaring at us? You fail, but you’re cute. I’ll catch you. It’s not far away anyways. Sending small threats like you isn’t going to stop me from reaching it.” Natsu told the Litwick.

"You want to battle it?" I asked. "You may have to calm it down a bit. Chainclaw, go scout up ahead but don't engage in any battles without reporting to me." Cameron asked his Excadrill.

The Mole Pokemon dug up a hole and disappeared. Cameron’s attention turned to me next. He was waiting for an answer.

“Calm it down? I’ll shut it up if that’s cool. Garchomp, want to give this little critter a toss or two? I’m pretty sure you’re itching to fight!” Natsu turned to Garchomp.

“GARRRRRRRR!!”

“You’re sure psyched up for battle. Let’s do this. Set up a Swords Dance, and whip up a Sandstorm in here. Let’s see how our foe reacts. We shall move on from there.” Natsu called out to Garchomp.

Garchomp lifted both its claws up and quickly, it started to glow in light blue. Soon, the claws seemed to have grown even longer, and stretched out as much as it could even touch the ceilings of the volcano. The scenery was remarkable indeed, and it portrays how much of strength Garchop is holding back. However, it’s still under the restraint.

“GAR GAR GAR GAR” Garchomp bellowed, as it began digging the ground around it and started whipping up a slight sandstorm.

“Cameron, take cover. This might be a little nasty!” Natsu forewarned his Ranger.

“GARRR” The hammer head Pokémon snarled.

Garchomp structured its position as such it directed the sandstorm right towards the glaring Litwick who set its eyes on us. Natsu awaited, and wondered what would happen next. No matter how his little opponent’s going to react, he’s got this all wrapped up. A Garchomp with an attack boost is not to be taken lightly…at all.

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

_

“Calm it down? I’ll shut it up if that’s cool. Garchomp, want to give this little critter a toss or two? I’m pretty sure you’re itching to fight! You’re sure psyched up for battle. Let’s do this. Set up a Swords Dance, and whip up a Sandstorm in here. Let’s see how our foe reacts. We shall move on from there.” Natsu turned towards his Garchomp. I just rolled my eyes. If I ever brought this Trainer in again, I was going to bring headphones to drown out his constantly babbling.


Garchomp lifted both its claws up. Instantly, they began glowing a baby blue color as they grew twice their normal size. It was clear his Swords Dance move worked. His crazy high attack was now just doubled.

“Cameron, take cover. This might be a little nasty!” Natsu warned me. A sandstorm wasn't going to do much to me, especially since Mindbender could easily throw up a barrier when needed.

Garchomp quickly began digging, sending dirt and rocks flying everywhere, but mainly towards Litwick. Garchomp finally stopped digging when a medium sized cloud surrounded the Candle Pokemon. Litwick screeched in pain from the attack. It was an eerie sound, which was no surprise coming from a Ghost Pokemon. In that cry, Litwick began forming ghastly orbs of energy. She had created three large balls of dark supernatural energy and fired them at Garchomp. Since the Litwick was at a pretty close range, all three balls hit the Dragon beast, but in different locations.

_

On-going battles: Litwick [64% Used Shadow Ball] vs Garchomp [61% Used Swords Dance, Sandstorm]

Surrounding Area: Sandy

Character Count: 3153/9000

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 5

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???], Charizard[???], Bronzong[???], Litwick[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

Garchomp quickly began digging, sending dirt and rocks flying everywhere, but mainly towards Litwick. Garchomp finally stopped digging when a medium sized cloud surrounded the Candle Pokemon. Litwick screeched in pain from the attack. It was an eerie sound, which was no surprise coming from a Ghost Pokemon. In that cry, Litwick began forming ghastly orbs of energy. She had created three large balls of dark supernatural energy and fired them at Garchomp. Since the Litwick was at a pretty close range, all three balls hit the Dragon beast, but in different locations.

“Garchomp! Are you alright?!” Natsu called out.

A minor explosion occurred from the impact of the three shadow balls, but as the smoke cleared out quickly, Garchomp stood still like a tower. It was damaged, but the dragon shrugged it off like it was nothing. Garchomp has gone through a lot more in battles, and with nastier opponents. Besides, with Sandstorm raging around, Garchomp has the upper hand with his ability, Sand Veil. Cameron noticed how nubby this Trainer was, not only could he talk a lot, but makes no sense when executing commands. Then, he took a look at Garchomp. Scratch marks, scars existed almost everywhere around it. He knew it went through a lot of crap, but it’s still standing tall and proud. Was this Trainer a real nub or trying to pretend to be one? Cameron was smart enough not to fall for this sort of tricks, and kept a watchful eye on Natsu.

“Garchomp, do you still remember? Do you still remember, what Sara told us?” Natsu began to wonder.

“Garrr…” Garchomp gave a slight nod, agreeing.

“Heh. Sand Veil huh? That would really help you out here Garchomp. Afterall… She taught us everything we knew.” Natsu said, in a lower tone, so that his Ranger doesn’t eavesdrop.

Natsu took a deep breath, as his mind wandered off to the scene at a certain playground situated right outside National Park, years ago.

***

“Hey Haru! You do know that Sand Veil gives an upper hand to your Gible during battles, right?” Sarah said, smiling.

“Huh? It’s just ability, Sara, like any other. Besides, you’ll never really know when Gible will activate it…which makes it more than just reluctant for me to rely on it during battles.” Haru replied.

“Are you an idiot? That ability is activated when you put up a Sandstorm, nub!” Sarah said, giggling.

“Stop calling me a nub!” Haru frowned, placing his eyes on the ground.
“Gibbbbb!!!” Gible jumped about, expressing Haru’s aversion.

Sara and Haru had just finished a battle, and of course, Sara won.

“Naww, Come on Haru. You know I’m teasing around, right? Besides, I won’t be able to tease you as much when you leave for the Unova Region again tomorrow…” Sara replied, and there seemed a slight disturbance in her voice.

“HEY! It’s not like I’m going to stay there forever you know? Just family business and I’ll be back as soon as you know it!” Haru sneered.

“You will not forget me, right, Haru?” Sarah asked, with a slight frown.

“It’s hard actually. You’re the only girl who looks like a guy anyways…”
As soon as Haru was about to finish his sentence, Sarah run and gave Haru a huge, painful nudge on his head.

“Arrrrgghh!” Haru bawled, as Gible watched and cackled at the two.
“You have a lot to learn, boy.” Sara replied, as she made her way back home.

“Just because you’re older than me by 3 years doesn’t mean you get to call me ‘boy’, Sara. Oh and when I do return from my vacation, my Gible would have already evolved into a Garchomp. I demand that we have a rematch then! I would be a lot stronger by then, so you better be prepared as well! Train every day, Sara, until I return!!!” Haru shouted as he made his last sentence, not knowing if the message reached Sara, who had now walked quite far away from him.

Sara turned back, and replied Haru with nothing but just a smile. Haru reddened, and Gible didn’t understand what was going on as it tugged Haru’s pants, breaking him from his ‘moment’.

“I will be stronger, Sara. You just watch!”…

***

“Garrrrrrrr…” Garchomp sneered, as he looked into Litwick, who was merely inches away, and it seemed like to be protecting some sort of path.

“Heh, she still owes us a rematch, doesn’t she, Garchomp? Who would have thought we’d end up in such a mess? Unfortunately we’re her friends too. I know you miss your battle buddy too Garchomp. Sara’s starter, Bagon. Hell, it should be a Salamence by now. But Salamence being a part flying type doesn’t give her any advantages. You can fly too. You’re faster now.” Natsu thought to himself.

“Garr..Chomp…” Garchomp looked back and gave Natsu a stare.

“Oh yes. You wouldn’t want to lose to her again. I get it. That’s why we will get stronger. This opponent is nothing. Although it packs a punch for a size it is, we shouldn’t underestimate, rather, let’s put our words into actions. It’s now up to you, Garchomp!” !” Natsu reminisced..

“Gaaarrrrrawwwrrrrrrrrrrr!!” Garchomp gave out a huge roar, as it looked up the cavern ceiling. The rocks perched on top came tumbling down.

“Now, aim those rocks right towards Litwick to create a distraction!”
“Garrr!!” Garchomp stamped whatever came down right before its eyes, right towards Litwick. Rocks, of various sizes and shapes rocketed towards the Litwick.

“Now, use Dig and get behind Litwick. Use a Dragon Claw and send him flying towards the other side of the cave wall!” Natsu yelled.
“Gargargargargar” Garchomp drilled a hole and made a huge leap of faith, and disappeared.

While there were a pile of rocks heading towards Litwick, the hammerhead got behind Litwick and threw up its two hand claws, already glowing in purple. It started glowing light green, and in mixture with the purple outlines it already had, the claws were glowing radiant overall. Garchomp started slashing around and created ripples in the air which disrupted the environment around Litwick, a lot more difficult for it to move about where it stood. Garchomp thrust his claws towards Litwick, hoping to deliver a powerful Dragon Claw, also minding not to knock it out unconscious, as Natsu had said earlier, not to use its fullest strength…or at least, not yet.

“I believe in your ability, Garchomp. Not in Sand Veil to cover you up, but the experiences you’ve obtained right from the start, as a Gible…” Natsu thought to himself, as he grid his teeth and watched the entire battle scene, waiting for it to end.

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

_

“Garchomp, do you still remember? Do you still remember, what Sara told us?” Natsu asked, as he once more began to wander his mind. I wondered how he did in battles with all this wandering. With his focus no longer in the battle, I figured Litwick would go in for an attack, but the Candle instead was looking back frantically as if expecting something to come along. When Natsu finally came back to the battle, his Garchomp was still waiting for him to give orders, but did he give them? No. Instead, he gave another pep talk. Finally, after several moments of constant babbling, he gave his orders.

“Now, use Dig and get behind Litwick. Use a Dragon Claw and send him flying towards the other side of the cave wall!” Natsu yelled. His Garchomp, seeming content that his Trainer gave him an attack to use, dove into the ground head first. I could see a small trail of unearthed dirt moving towards Litwick, who was still distracted. Garchomp popped out of the ground behind Litwick, like Natsu had instructed and slashed the Pokemon with his claw sending it flying.

Litwick, now angry, was still distracted. It had to be something really big for it to not be fully paying attention to this battle. Then, the candle began to glow a deep dark orange color and the place grew intensly hot. I could literally see the waves of heat around the area. It was like looking into an oven. I backed myself into the wall so that I wouldn't fall over from fatigue. Within seconds of Litwick using its attack, Mindbender threw a shield over Natsu and me, protecting us from the heat. I felt relieved, and mad that I didn't ask her to do this earlier. I hoped this battle was going end soon, cause I really hated the heat.

_

On-going battles: Litwick [42% Used Heat Wave] vs Garchomp [49% Used Dig, Dragon Claw]

Surrounding Area: Sandy and extremely hot

Character Count: 9631/9000

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 5

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???], Charizard[???], Bronzong[???], Litwick[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm

 

The entire arena was scorching hot. Not to mention the battle was held inside an active volcano which could go off in any instant. But he had to find that Chandelure. The only key that holds the answers to Natsu's queries. No matter how harsh things turned out to be, Natsu stood his ground. Garchomp, his ace Pokemon, although having suffered injuries, wasn't willing to give in. Or at least, not yet. It has not met any Pokemon of its caliber, per say. But time wasn't on Natsu's side. He had to hurry, or else he would miss out the only chance to find out what happened to Sara. Things went according to plan, but however, Litwick got even more furious. Though, it seemed a little distracted and somehow, it had to be something big for it not being able to give its fullest attention in this battle. Natsu on the other hand, decided to take this as an advantage. He quickly took a quick glimpse around his surroundings, trying to find out any possible loop he could manipulate to turn the tables around in his battle. However, to his disappointment there was nothing in sight, yet. Then, Litwick took a deep breath, as it began to glow a deep dark orange color as the battle ground grew intensly hot. Garchomp snarled as he felt the heat penetrating through his thick hide. Natsu saw Leo backing himself into the wall at the back, and understood he might go into a fatigue if this threat is not dealt with. Within seconds of Litwick using its attack, Leo's Mindbender threw a shield over us in an instant, protecting us from the heat. Litwick got ticked off even more, as it started spewing flames in all directions. Natsu smirked, as he saw a possible opening for an attack. However, he also had to remember not to knock out the Litwick by overexerting Garchomp's strength.

"Garchomp, let's start off with a Swords Dance. I know this is risky, but it will leave the Litwick with very little Health, enabling us his capture. I don't like to push it to its limit, but this is the only way. Remember, try not to use your full strength. I know you love to boast your monstrous power around, but remember, your worthy opponent hasn't made its appearance yet. You have to save as much energy as you can right now. Alright?" Natsu requested.

"Gar..." Garchomp slowly closed its eyes, and opened them back. Somehow, its black scleras looked sharp, and somewhat more fierce this time round. It quickly jumped up in the air, and started spinning extremely fast. A small sandstorm was evoked, but the heat that was generated by the Litwick started subsiding. It gave Garchomp an upper hand, and its evasion seemed to have improved as well. As Garchomp made a fearsome landing into the solid ground below, it lifted one of its claws above its head, and the other, behind its back. It positioned itself in such a way, that this battle would end, in just one turn. But could it pull it off? Without knocking out the Litwick? This is entirely dependent on Natsu. What sort of move would he pull off? Natsu had no much time left, as Litwick was starting to recover from the minor sandstorm which was stirred up earlier. If he doesn't move fast, Litwick might have more tricks up its sleeves, and Garchomp might sustain more injuries.

"Sara, what would you do if you were here right now?" Natsu asked himself, as he recalled a part of his memory years back...

"Hey Haru, one day, if I disappeared without notice, would you take care of the Park in my stead?"

"Huh? What gibberish are you blabbering again, Sara. For the last time, I'm not as perfect as you are. You are skillful not in just Pokemon knowledge, but in battles as well. I have more to learn, and why would you even disappear without notice? Won't you at least inform me of where you're off to? It's not like the world is going to end with just you in it, ya know"

"Leaders are not meant to be perfect, Haru. They just have to be right! We're human beings, you can't expect perfection! Make mistakes, learn from them!"

"Well, that's you I suppose. But you should also know I don't heed much to your life lessons. You know me better than anyone Sara. Now if you will, let's go to the Woods. I've received reports that there have been sightings of a certain Pokemon flying around the trees of the forest. They also mention that it leaves traces of glitter like light behind its trail."

"You don't think it could be that, right?"

"Only one way to find out!"

The memory quickly fades away, as Natsu comes back to his senses. Leo kept his sight on Natsu, just to make sure everything was fine. The volcanic grounds began to give tremors, but it wasn't huge. There was still time. Garchomp stayed focused, waiting for its' Trainer's command. Litwick looked like it was trapped under the mini sandstorm which was made earlier by a mere Swords Dance, and it was using the last of its flames to break free. Natsu had the right opportunity. Wait until the Litwick breaks out, and then dive in for the final blow. It wouldn't knock the ghostly candle out entirely, but it would leave it at its most minimal health, perfect enough for a capture. Perhaps this would bring out the Chandelure Natsu has been looking for, all this while.

"You wouldn't know unless you try, huh? Alright. No more wasting time. Garchomp, Dual Chop. One to break the sandstorm, and one for our little friend. While it is busy breaking out, he would be caught off guard the instant the storm breaks, and you dive in for an attack. I don't think he'd have the energy left to whip up any last minute attacks to counter you, and even if he does, we hall think of another way to get him! Let's GO!" Natsu ordered.

Garchomp took back a few steps, and folded up its body. It quickly extended its wings, and resembled somewhat like a jet plane. Without wasting a single moment, it flew at sonic speed towards the trapped Litwick. Both of its claws faced forward, giving off a bright purplish glow, Garchomp tore open the sandstorm with its right claw, and the sand hurricane burst into fragments and gave the hammerhead a clear opening. Litwick was caught off guard from the back, and tried shielding itself by covering itself with its flames. Garchomp let out one final growl, as it dived in with its left claw.

A huge crackling explosion followed soon after, but it settled down as fast as it erupted. The whole battlefield was covered with thick ash, but somehow, Natsu could see both Garchomp and Litwick's silhouette standing still.

“Well, let’s end this, Garchomp. Looks like we’ve delayed our stay here for long, and your health is waning by the minute. Cameron, watch out!” Natsu yelled, as he flung a Hyperball from his palm, towards Litwick...

 

Ranger : Leo

Location : Outpost #1 (Mt. Deckbi)

_

“Well, let’s end this, Garchomp. Looks like we’ve delayed our stay here for long, and your health is waning by the minute. Cameron, watch out!” Natsu yelled, I looked around to see who he was talking to. People always compared me to my brother Cameron, even though I was the older one, it was sort of disappointing. The oldest of many, yet I get compared to someone younger than me. I wasn't even sure how he knew Cameron since Cameron wasn't a Ranger anymore. He was more of a collector.

"You forgot my name already?" I said disgustedly (is that even a word? I don't want to look it up). "My name is Leo, how rude. Anyways, congrats, you caught it, yadda yadda. Where too next?"
_

On-going battles: N/A

Surrounding Area:

Character Count:

Trainer: Natsu Dragneel

Location: Mt. Deckbi

Area Effects: None

Encounters Remaining: 5

Money: $288,ooo

Items: Hyperballs x5, Fragrance x6, Soothing Fragrance x2, Soothing Fragrance Plus x2, Calming Fragrance Plus x1, Family Repellent x1, Pokeplayer x1, Digital Camera x1, Lava Cookie x5, Energy Powder x7, Energy Powder Plus x3, Energy Root x2, (Pokedoll x1, Poketoy x1, Pokedoll x1, Slowpoke Tail x1) x3

Pokemon:

Pokemon: Garchomp
Nickname: WTF
HP: 85%
Gender: Male
Ability: Sand Veil
Nature: Hardy
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Swords Dance, TM Earthquake, TM Rest, TM Flamethrower, TM Dragon Pulse, TM Brick Break, TM Poison Jab, TM Stone Edge, TM Substitute,TM Protect, BM Scary Face, BM Outrage, TM Aerial Ace, TM Sleep Talk

Pokemon: Kingdra
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Jolly
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: TM Ice Beam, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Toxic, TM Substitute, HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Return, TM Rest, TM Sleep Talk, TM Curse

Pokemon: Ludicolo
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Swift Swim
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, TM Toxic, TM Ice Beam, TM Double Team, TM Substitute, TM Protect, TM Rain Dance, TM Attract, TM Grass Knot

Pokemon: Feraligatr
Nickname: None
Gender: Female
Ability: Torrent
Nature: Gentle
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: HM Surf, HM Waterfall, EM Dragon Dance

Pokemon: Dragonite
Nickname: None
Gender: Male
Ability: Inner Focus
Nature: Calm
TM/HM/BM/SM/MT: Dragon Pulse, Facade, Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Hidden Power, Ice Beam, Icy Wind, Protect, Reflect, Substitute, Surf, Thunder, Thunderbolt, Waterfall, Whirlpool, MT Draco Meteor, BM Extremespeed

Pokemon encountered: Litwick Careful [F], Emboar[???], Typhlosion[???], Fraxure[???], Roggenrola Calm [M], Magby[???], Charizard[???], Bronzong[???], Litwick[???]

Pokemon Captured: Litwick, F, Careful, Roggenrola, TS, Calm, Litwick, F, Brave

 

Sorry this took an ass long while, but I'd like to end this RP Expedition now.

 

ended