Chapter 81: Ch-81
Palace Gate Stadium Guest Audience Seat—
"After meeting Entei, the main quest gradually begins. Next, Ash will follow the guidance of the Rainbow Feather to meet Ho-Oh," Professor Oak said.
"So that's how it is. The Rainbow Feather will guide a kind and upright Trainer to meet Ho-Oh? That's really interesting," President Damaranch remarked, stroking his beard thoughtfully.
Even Mani began looking forward to how the story would develop.
Will Ash be recognized by Ho-Oh?
What about the Rainbow Warrior?
The video continued—
[Charmander was captured.]
[Under the guidance of the Rainbow Feather, everyone continued toward Tianqing Mountain.]
[During their journey, Ash often battled Trainers on the roadside.]
[Charmander did not disappoint, winning consecutive battles, growing stronger, and eventually evolving into Charmeleon.]
[However...]
[Charmeleon encountered a challenge from a former Trainer.]
[Cross sent out Incineroar, the "universe's strongest Pokémon."]
Palace Gate Stadium Audience Seats—
"It's Incineroar!"
"The universe's strongest Pokémon!"
"Charmeleon has only just evolved into its second stage. Can it really take on Incineroar?"
"Worrisome!"
Incineroar's strength was undeniable. Everyone had witnessed it firsthand in Professor Kukui's battle.
The current Charmeleon... was likely no match.
The scene continued—
[Sure enough, despite Charmeleon's aggressive attacks, its lack of adaptation to its new form and Ash's eagerness to win led to its defeat against Incineroar.]
[Cross mocked Ash after the battle.]
[That night, upset over the loss, Ash walked off alone into the darkness.]
[He began blaming Charmeleon, thinking if he had used Pikachu earlier, he might have won.]
[A strong desire to win led to arguments between Ash, Pikachu, Makoto, and Souji.]
[In the end, Ash left the group and wandered into the forest, where his negativity caused the Rainbow Feather to fade.]
Champion Guest Seat—
"Oh no, the Rainbow Feather faded," Professor Oak said, realizing the gravity of the situation.
"Due to his strong desire to win, Ash has developed negative emotions. The Rainbow Feather chooses Trainers who are kind and upright. This is a serious problem!"
Cynthia expressed her concern. "Ash's confusion after losing the battle could lead him astray."
"Exactly," Alder added. "If Ash isn't careful, he could become like Cross, constantly chasing powerful Pokémon while abandoning weaker ones."
The Champions worried. If Ash didn't correct his mindset, his growth as a Trainer could be hindered.
Even in Sprout Town, Kalos, Lena couldn't help but worry about Ash.
"You must win," she whispered, hoping Ash could overcome his internal struggles.
The scene continued—
[As the Rainbow Feather dimmed, a shadow appeared from Ash's own shadow, though no one noticed due to the darkness.]
[Under its influence, Ash fell asleep and dreamed of a world without Pokémon.]
"Pikapi!"
"Pika!"
[Ash fell into a vortex of doubt in his dream but was awakened by Pikachu's desperate call.]
[After waking, Ash realized his mistakes and apologized to his companions. The Rainbow Feather regained its brilliance.]
Champion Guest Seat—
"Phew..." Alder exhaled in relief. "Thank goodness Pikachu called out in time. The consequences could have been disastrous."
"Indeed," Cynthia said, "Pikachu is crucial to Ash's journey."
Diantha nodded. "Pikachu is Ash's best friend and family. They're inseparable."
The audience around the world agreed—Ash and Pikachu were everything to each other. A world where they were apart was unimaginable.
The scene continued—
[On the night the Rainbow Feather was restored, Ash encountered a new Pokémon by the lake in the forest.]
[A Pokémon with a blue body, white patterns, and ribbon-like tails appeared.]
Champion Guest Seat—
"That's Suicune!" Professor Oak exclaimed.
Suicune, the Aurora Pokémon, is known for its grace and ability to purify polluted water. It's said to embody the north wind and glides effortlessly across the land.
"With Suicune appearing, that makes two members of Ho-Oh's guard observing Ash and Pikachu," Cynthia murmured.
Many viewers were captivated by Suicune's elegance—it was truly mesmerizing.
The video continued—
[On the way to Tianqing Mountain, the group encountered many Butterfree.]
[Caterpie, the first Pokémon Ash captured in Viridian Forest, had evolved into Butterfree.]
[Since it was the breeding season, Ash's Butterfree wore a scarf and found a mate.]
[To help Butterfree find happiness, Ash made the selfless decision to let it go.]
Audience Reactions—
"You trained Butterfree so long, and now you're just letting it go?"
"But it's the breeding season. Butterfree deserves to pursue its happiness."
"This selfless act is why Ash is recognized by Ho-Oh."
"True, only a Trainer who cares deeply for their Pokémon can become a Rainbow Warrior."
"But..." one viewer sighed, "if Butterfree has a mate, where's Ash's girlfriend?"
"Yeah, Pokémon are finding mates, and Ash is still single!"
"Well... Ash is probably too straight to notice romance."
While Ash had no girlfriend, the audience acknowledged that he had plenty of close friends—though romance seemed far from his mind.
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