Diamond's Pokémon Adventure

by Brian Sheil

Rating: everyone
Tags: Equestria Girls, Pokémon, Diamond Tiara, Babs Seed, Silver Spoon
Length: 53616

To prove her mother that she is capable of doing right, Diamond Tiara starts a Pokémon journey.

Spoiled Rich expects a lot from her daughter, Diamond Tiara. But, Diamond has grown tired of her mother's words about doing things her way. So, Diamond decides to head for the Kanto region to begin a Pokémon journey along with her companion: Eevee. Let's see if this will convince Spoiled not to put too much pressure on her daughter.
This story is based on "Let's Go, Eevee".

Published 2024-02-20 22:40:00 UTC
Last updated 2024-05-14 20:51:32 UTC

1. A Diamond in Kanto

Author's Note

I recently got "Let's Go, Eevee". I figured to used the game's story for my third Pokémon tale.

1. A Diamond in Kanto

It was the end of the school year at Canterlot High School. And two best friends, Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon, walk home proudly.

"I can't believe we have good report cards this year." Silver said. "And, you got straight As!"

"Indeed, Silver." Diamond replied. "Those study sessions with Apple Bloom and her friends really paid off."

"I'll say this. Those three girls are helpful. And, we used to pick on them."

"Until the five of us understood each other. Even Apple Bloom's cousin, Babs Seed, was giving us a hand."

Just then, a limousine pulls up along side the girls. Out steps Diamond's mother, Spoiled Rich, and she looks angry.

"Why, mother." Diamond gasped. "What brings you here?"

Spoiled suddenly grabbed her daughter roughly. "Wait until I get you back home, young lady!" Spoiled growled as she threw her in the limo. "You're in BIG trouble!"

She slammed the door and told the driver to head back home. This left Silver Spoon really scared. Back at the family home, Diamond Tiara sat on her bed crying. Her jacket got wrinkled by her mother grabbing her, her hair was messy, and she looks like she's ready to pull her hair out.

"Diamond!" Her father, Filthy Rich, called. "Are you in your room?"

"Yes, father." Diamon sobbed.

Filthy Rich came in and was shocked seeing his daughter a mess.

"Did you come in to continue where mother left off?" Diamond asked nervously.

"No." Filthy replied. "I heard you have a straight A report card. You did well this year."

"But, why would mother yell at me and hurt my feelings like this?"

"My guess is that she does not like your friendship with Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo. Spoiled thinks you should be as snobbish as she is."

"What can I do to prove that I can be my own person?"

Filthy Rich soon gave her an answer. "My suggestion: Become a Pokémon trainer."

Diamond's eyes lit up. "A Pokémon trainer? That's a good idea. Being with Pokémon can bring out something from me."

"Excellent." Filthy said happily. "Start packing up for a grand journey. I'll get an outfit ready for your adventure."

The next day, Diamond looked at herself in the mirror. She has on a lavender flannel shirt over a black tee shirt, blue jeans with the cuffs rolled up, and navy blue sneakers.

"I'll give dad credit." Diamond said to herself. "These clothes suit me well." She then rolls up her shirt sleeves. "There. Now, I have a tomboy look."

Strapping on her backpack and grabbing a duffle bag, Diamond heads out for her journey. Later, as a plane takes off, Filthy Rich watches with happiness. Diamond Tiara will make a great Pokémon trainer. This'll show Spoiled that our little princess can hold her own.

Watching from her limousine, Spoiled is trying to get over this decision her husband made. I can't believe Filthy sent our young daughter to become a Pokémon trainer. I wonder which of the nine regions she'll be traveling through.

A short time later, Diamond finds herself in a quiet house in the peaceful village of Pallet Town in the Kanto region. She then speaks to a woman named Jessica.

"So, how do you like Pallet Town?" Jessica asked.

"Very peaceful." Diamond Tiara replied. "Hard to believe that this is the home of Ash Ketchum."

"Yes. Ash has come a long way since he first left here. You are welcome to stay here for the night."

"I get it. So that tomorrow, I'll be ready to get my first Pokémon."

"Right."

Diamond Tiara is now ready for her big journey. The next day, the sun rises to welcome a new day. Diamond slowly woke up, feeling the light in the room. Soon, she changed out of her lime green nightgown and into the outfit her father provided. After having breakfast, she went over to the laboratory of Professor Oak.

"Sorry, miss." One of the lab workers said. "Professor Oak isn't here. He's probably on a research project."

Getting the idea, Diamond left the lab when she ran into a familiar face.

"Zephyr Breeze!" Diamond gasped. "What are you doing here?"

"What does it look like?" Zephyr replied. "Getting a Pokémon for my journey."

"You're going on a Pokémon journey?"

"Yep. Suggested by my sister: Fluttershy. She figured that it's better than being a slacker."

"No question about that. Maybe this experience will open you up to a new way of life."

"Maybe."

Soon, she spotted a gray haired man in a lab coat. She went up to him. He suddenly turned around.

"Why, hello." The man said. "Nice to meet you."

"I think I know you." Diamond said. "You must be Professor Oak."

"Yes, I am. You must be Diamond Tiara. I heard that you want to be a Pokémon trainer."

"From my father, no doubt."

Suddenly, they saw something in the grass. It was a little brown fox like critter.

"I've heard of this Pokémon." Diamond figured. "It's called an Eevee."

Soon, she was given a Poké Ball by Professor Oak. "Here. Use this to catch that Eevee."

Diamond Tiara learned a bit about being a trainer before arriving in Kanto. So, she threw the Poké Ball at Eevee. "Poké Ball, GO!"

The ball hit Eevee, then absorbed him. After a few shakes, the ball clicked, indicating a successful catch.

"Did I catch an Eevee?" Diamond wondered.

"I believe you have." Professor Oak replied.

Just then, the Poké Ball started bouncing. It bounced away.

"Follow that Poké Ball!" Oak shouted.

Diamond and the Professor followed the Poké Ball to his lab. When they went inside, they saw Zephyr Breeze with a confused look on his face.

"Hey, Professor Oak." Zephyr greeted.

"Hello, young man." Oak replied. "How can I help you?"

"I came to pick up my first Pokémon. But, I see there are three Poké Balls instead of two."

"One of those Poké Balls contains an Eevee miss Tiara just caught."

"No joke?"

"No joke, Zephyr." Diamond Tiara replied.

Suddenly, one of the Poké Balls started bouncing, then opened up. Eevee looked around. Everybody was surprised to see this.

"That's new." Zephyr noticed.

"Indeed." Oak replied. "It seems like Eevee doesn't want to stay in that Poké Ball."

Eevee soon walked over to Diamond. Suddenly, it jumped into her arms.

"Aw." Diamond cooed. "Looks like Eevee likes me."

Later, Zephyr and Diamond left very happy. Eevee was sitting on the top of Diamond's backpack.

"Well, Zephyr Breeze." Diamond said. "We both were given extra Poké Balls and a Pokédex. Now, we're ready for our journey."

"You bet." Zephyr replied. "Fluttershy will be proud of me."

"Which Pokémon did YOU start with?"

"You'll find out another time. For now, SEE YA!"

As Zephyr leaves on his journey, Diamond Tiara is ready to prove that she is worthy of being a trainer. Looking at her new look, she decided to take off her sneakers and put them in her backpack.

"I've seen pictures of barefoot tomboys before." Diamond said to herself. "So, why not."

With that, Diamond Tiara heads out on her Pokémon journey.

End of Chapter 1

3. A Diamond in the Forest

In the area known as Viridian City, Diamond Tiara looks over her map while her Eevee enjoys some Pokémon food. After learning that this city's gym requires seven gym badges to qualify, she studies the map to determine her next course of action.

"The nearest Pokémon Gym is at Pewter City." Diamond figured. "To get there, we need to get through Viridian Forest. Like most forests I explored with the Apple Family, this no doubt will have much insects."

After putting her map away and strapping on her backpack, Diamond prepares to head out. "Come on, Eevee. Next stop, Pewter City and Gym Battle number one."

Eevee hops on top of Diamond's backpack. Soon, the two travelers head out of the city, and into the forest. As they travel through the thick woods, Diamond decides to study the insects using her Pokédex.

First, she learns of a small green creature with a pink attena. Caterpie, the Worm Pokémon. When in danger, it shoots out a stink from the feeler on its head. Then, she learns of a small yellow bug with a red nose and pointy head. Weedle, the Hairy Bug Pokémon. It's bright colors are actually a warning. It can poison opponents using the stinger on its head.

"I wonder if Sweetie Belle is weary around bugs like her sister, Rarity." Diamond wondered.

Suddenly, she sees a Pikachu. And, she became happy. Getting out a Poké Ball, she is preparing to catch a Pikachu of her own. "Poké Ball, GO!"

The ball connected to Pikachu, and absorbed it. After a few shakes, the Poké Ball clicked. Diamond picked up the Poké Ball, and is pleased with her catch. "Excellent. Now, I have a Pikachu of my very own."

Suddenly, Eevee sees something in a bush. It looks like a plant bulb. Diamond was curious as well. Soon, out came a green creature with a bulb on it's back.

"Oh my gosh!" Diamond squealed. "A BULBASAUR!"

Pulling out her Pokédex, Diamond learned of this Pokémon. Bulbasaur, the Seed Pokémon. The bulb on it's back helps store energy from the sun. This keeps Bulbasaur healthy.

Diamond took out a Poké Ball, waited for the right moment, and tossed it. The ball connected with Bulbasaur, and absorbed it. But, the ball opened and Bulbasaur escaped.

"Darn. He got out!" Diamond said sadly. But, she then remembered the Razz Berries she got from Professor Oak. "Maye one of these will help me."

Diamond took out a Razz Berry, and tossed it to Bulbasaur. As it was happily eating the berry, Diamond quickly threw a Poké Ball to catch it. This time, it was a successful catch. Diamond picked up the ball and was pleasantly surprised. "Yahoo! I caught a Bulbasaur!"

Just as Diamond and Eevee were celebrating this occasion, a prissy looking girl with blond hair in pigtails and wearing a blue school uniform showed up.

"Well, well." The girl said cruelly. "Diamond Tiara. I know that hair of yours anywhere."

"Holly Prema." Diamond gasped. "What are you doing here in Kanto?"

"I heard you came here to be a Pokémon trainer."

"That's right. Me and my partner, Eevee, already caught three Pokémon. Now, we're on our way to Pewter City to challenge the Gym Leader to a battle."

Holly soon walked up to Diamond Tiara. Then, WHACK! She slapped her in the face.

"Hey!" Diamond said in shock. "What was that for?"

"You are a traitor to your lifestyle!" Holly said angrily. "You're supposed to be snobbish, always insult those who are not wealthy, and you should dress like a princess. Not walk like a tomboy."

"My father suggested that I come here to prove to my mother that I can do well on my own. And, this outfit you see is my father's idea."

"Oh yeah?" Holly then grabbed Diamond by her tee shirt. "This won't last, you disobedient brat!"

Holly then threw her to a tree. As Diamond slid down to the ground, Holly approached her with her face turning red.

"You won't last long as a trainer." Holly said with force. "Your mother will have you return home. Then, you'll be properly punished!"

Holly gave Diamond a kick to her side, then left. This left Diamond rattled. Later that night, a tent was set up for the night. Diamond sat beside a tree looking at the clear night sky.

"Boy. That Holly Prema can be cruel." Diamond thought. "I remember when I was celebrating my birthday two months ago. The Cutie Mark Crusaders attended as well."

Flashback

Diamond was having a birthday party in her backyard. She had Silver Spoon join the fun. Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo were also invited. Everybody was having fun. Just then, Holly barged in with other girls in school uniforms. "Okay, you hoodlums! Everybody out!"

The school girls rushed in and threw the Cutie Mark Crusaders out of the backyard. Then, they took down the party decorations, and brought the birthday cake back inside the house. Diamond and Silver saw Holly talk to Filthy and Spoiled Rich. She told them to discipline their daughter and take back her gifts. This left Diamond very scared.

End of Flashback

"I'm glad Dad and Mom didn't take her seriously." Diamond said while she was petting Eevee. "I kept my presents. And, they let me go with Apple Bloom." Then, a thought came to her head. "I wonder if Mom sent Holly to ruin my journey."

Diamond decided to put those thoughts aside as she enjoys the night. The next morning, Diamond packed her tent and sleeping bag, and continues her travels. After twenty minutes of traveling, she exits the forest.

"Battling those trainers in the forest wasn't easy, Eevee." Diamond said. "But, it was worth it. You even developed a move that can help me in my upcoming Gym Battle."

Soon, she sees a town in sight. She soon got excited. "All right! It's Pewter City! Now, to heal you and my other Pokémon, Eevee. Then, we prepare for our first gym battle."

And so, Diamond Tiara and Eevee made their way to Pewter City. As the two friends head for their goal, Holly Prema watched with disgust.

I thought that dull Diamond would head back home. Holly thought. I need to think of better ways to mess with her mind.

End of Chapter 3

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgey
Pikachu
Bulbasaur

Author's Note

As you saw, now Diamond has an enemy who is determined to humiliate her. No doubt to stop her from continuing her journey. Only time will tell.

8. The Duo Becomes a Trio

Author's Note

It's time for Diamond Tiara to be reunited with her best friend.

8. The Duo Becomes a Trio

In the home of the Rich Family, Spoiled Rich looks at the map of Kanto. She then places a sticker with a number 2 made of water on the location of Cerulean City.

"Marking your map again?" Her husband, Filthy Rich, asked.

"Yes, I am, dear." Spoiled replied. "I received a text message from Diamond. She has won her second Gym badge."

"So, she needs six more before she can enter the Pokémon League."

Just then, Spoiled answered her smartphone. After a few minutes, she hung up, and got worried. "Dear, do you know a young lady named Holly Prema?"

"Who hasn't?" Filthy replied. "That lady thinks that Diamond should remain on the prissy side. She even threw Diamond's friends of the CMCs out of her birthday party."

"I got word from friends in Kanto. Holly struck at Diamond hard. Making her think that she cannot think for herself."

This got both parents scared. They hope Diamond Tiara doesn't think they sent Holly to cause pain. The next day, In Kanto, Diamond looks at herself in a mirror. She has on a sky blue T shirt and teal jogger pants. Babs walks in to look at this outfit.

"Going athletic now, huh?" Babs asked.

"You bet." Diamond replied. "These extra outfits are to show that I can adjust to anything."

"WOW! I'll bet your mother would be shocked to see you like this."

After slipping on a teal sports jacket, Diamond straps on her backpack and grabs her duffle bag. Eevee quickly hops on the backpack, and the team heads off. Just as they were ready to exit the city, they were met by Zephyr Breeze.

"Hey, Diamond." Zephyr greeted. "I heard you have your second badge."

"You bet." Diamond replied. "I guess you did too."

"Sure did." Zephyr then took out a Poké Ball. "How about a Pokémon battle to see how far we've gone?"

Diamond agreed as she waits to see who Zephyr will call for.

"You're up, Pidgey!" Zephyr called out.

Pidgey comes out. Diamond then makes her move. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu comes out and is ready for action.

"Pidgey," Zephyr said, "Quick Attack!"

Pidgey zipped fast and struck Pikachu. Zephyr followed that attack up. "Now, use Wing Attack!"

With it's wings glowing, Pidgey prepares to strike. Diamond quickly reacted. "Pikachu, use Thunder Wave."

Pikachu sent a field of electricity to Pidgey. Soon, Pidgey got paralyzed. Diamond followed it up. "Let's finish it up with Thundershock."

The Mouse Pokémon unleashed an electric attack on Pidgey, causing it to faint."

"Pidgey, return." Zephyr said. After recalling Pidgey, he calls for another Pokémon. "All right, your turn, Oddish!"

Out pops a purple plant with green grass blades for hair. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex to study it.

Oddish, the Weed Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Try to pull this Pokémon from the ground, it will screech horribly.

"Pikachu, return." Diamond said. She then, makes her next decision. "Let's go, Pidgey."

Pidgey flies up into battle.

"Okay, Oddish." Zephyr said "Let's slow this Pidgey down. Use Stun Spore!"

Oddish unleased a cloud at Pidgey. But, this small bird flew to high for the Stun Spore to reach. Diamond makes her move. "Go, Pidgey. Wing Attack!"

Pidgey's wings glowed as it strikes Oddish. Zephyr was shocked to see Oddish defeated fast. He recalls Oddish, then calls on his last Pokémon. "You're up, Pikachu!"

Zephyr's Pikachu comes out. After Diamond recalled Pidgey, Zephyr figured out something. "I'm ready for both Eevee and Bulbasaur, Diamond."

"Not for this." Diamond replied as she calls for her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Geodude!"

When Geodude came out, Zephyr was shocked. "Uh oh!"

"Geodude, use Rock Throw!"

Geodude launched a rock at Pikachu. One hit on the head, and Pikachu was dizzy. Zephyr quickly recalled Pikachu.

"I gotta train more to match you, Diamond." Zephyr realized. "Better head for the Pokémon Center to heal my team up. See ya."

Zephyr heads for the Pokémon Center as Diamond and Babs head out of town. After they cross a bridge, they were greeted by a light gray skinned girl with dark gray hair that has a white streak. She wore a white shirt, black pants with suspenders, and red sneakers.

"Hi, Diamond." The girl said happily. "It's good to see you again."

Diamond realized who this girl is. "Silver Spoon! I don't believe it!"

"Believe it. It's me!"

The two best friends soon hugged each other happily. Babs Seed watches this scene. Silver soon spots the cousin of the Apple siblings. "Hey, Babs. Tagging along with Diamond, I see."

"You bet." Babs replied.

Babs looked at Diamond and is pleasantly surprised. "This barefoot tomboy look you're showing off is impressive."

"Thank you." Diamond replied. "So, what brings you to Kanto?"

"I heard talk that Holly Prema, that stuck up snob, has followed you to this area. I figured to keep an eye on you so she can't hurt you.”

"Good thing you did. Holly did strike, using a Croagunk to do her dirty work."

"Croagunk, the Toxic Mouth Pokémon? That is just plain mean."

Soon, the girls turned and saw a turtle with a red shell. Babs was shocked. "That's a Squirtle! And, it's a small one."

Diamond's Pokédex provides some information. Squirtle, the Tiny Turtle Pokémon. If it senses danger, it can duck in it's shell quickly.

"Small or not," Silver said, "I'm going to catch it."

Silver pulls out a Nanab Berry for Squirtle to much on. While Squirtle eats the berry, Silver quickly tosses a Poké Ball at it. After a few shakes, the Poké Ball clicked. This made Silver Spoon happy.

"I got a Squirtle." Silver said happily. "Now, I have a Pokémon friend of my very own."

"Good job, Silver." Diamond praised. "Now, we all have starter Pokémon."

"You mean you guys have Bulbasaur and Charmander?"

"You bet."

Babs Seed then had an idea. "Since you're here, Silver Spoon, why not come along with us?"

"Really?" Silver gasped. "You sure?"

"Sure, I'm sure. Even I know you BFFs can't stay separated that long."

Diamond then made an announcement. "Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo aren't the only three musketeers now!"

So, all three girls decided to travel together through Kanto as their Pokémon adventure continues.

End of Chapter 8

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgey
Pikachu
Bulbasaur
Geodude

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow

SILVER SPOON
Squirtle

Break 1

Author's Note

Here's a filler before returning to the main story.

Break 1

As Zephyr Breeze escorted the girls back to Cerulean City, the fiends of Team Rocket watched the group.

"While we take a break from our usual duties," Jesse said, "we get to do a little poaching of our own. Tell 'em, James!"

"Since Miss Tiara's Eevee can learn special techniques," James explained as he readied a bazooka, "we'll use our lasso launcher. And...."

The Duo shouted together, "CAPTURE THAT SPECIAL EEVEE!"

"Hey! Who are you talking too?" Meowth asked. "Let's just catch that Eevee."

"Why don't you keep your snide remarks to yourself." Jesse replied meanly.

"That's right." James added as he aimed his weapon.

The lasso launcher fired a rope to catch Eevee. The lasso connected all right. But, the trio actually caught an angry Primeape. Team Rocket got nervous as Primeape ready itself. Then, delivered a Dynamic Punch that sent them flying. "LOOKS LIKE TEAM ROCKET'S BLASTING OFF AGAIN!!"

Break 2

Author's Note

And now, another filler.

Break 2

Outside Celadon City, the three villains of Team Rocket look on with angry eyes.

"That group of twerpettes will pay for shutting down our operations in this town." James grumbled.

"We're with you, Jimmy boy." Meowth replied. "Especially that Diamond Tiara dame."

"Who'd thought that a prissy girl like her would be an excellent trainer." Jessie wondered. "I heard that she has four gym badges right now."

"So, what'll we do?"

Jessie then had a fiendish idea. "Let's wait until nighttime. Then, we'll sneak into the Pokémon Center, and grab that Eevee."

"Good thinking." James said happily. "I heard that Eevee learned Light Up recently."

Meowth was impressed. "First, Chop Down. Now, Light Up. That's one special Eevee all right."

Night came to Kanto. Soon, the three villains approached Celadon. Just then, a group of people gathered from all over town to pursue Team Rocket. The nasty trio saw the mob and zipped away.

"How did all of these people know we were coming to Celadon?" Jessie screamed.

"I'll bet those are former customers wanting some payback." James replied nervously.

"Less talking, more running!" Meowth added. "We need to outrun that mob. Looks like Team Rocket is blasting off again!"

The Team Rocket trio ran fast to who knows where. "BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD!"

37. Trial 2 of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Bruno

Author's Note

The trials of the Elite Four continue with a great Fighting Pokémon trainer.

37. Trial 2 of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Bruno

As Diamond thought about her first trial against the Elite Four, she realized that this is harder than most Pokémon battles. She was informed that her next opponent is Bruno, who specializes in Fighting Pokémon. After changing into the outfit she wore at Fuschia City gym, she and her friends head for the four doors again. This time, a door monogrammed by a fist is glowing while the door that lead to Lorelei has a green frame lighting up, meaning that Diamond was victorious.

As they entered the room, it appeared to be a dojo. Babs and Silver removed their footwear to show respect. Sitting cross legged is a muscular man with messy black hair and wearing a torn white karate pants with a black belt.

"I assume you're Bruno." Diamond wondered.

"That's correct, Miss Tiara." Bruno replied. "Congratulations on defeating Lorelei. But, Ice types are vulnerable to fighting moves. I'm sure you know that fact."

"I do. I'm ready for anything you can dish put."

As Bruno stood up, a young brown haired lady wearing a black Karate gi stepped in to be the referee.

"It's a good thing Diamond is allowed to switch Pokémon after healing." Silver said proudly. "This way, she'll be ready."

"Here's Pokémon number one!" Bruno said. "Go, Onix!"

An Onix comes out, ready to battle. Diamond brings out her first Pokémon. "Let's go, Omastar!"

Bruno is impressed that someone resurrected a prehistoric Pokémon. *Not bad. But, I'll crush it! Onix, use Slam!

Raising it's tail, Onix hit Omastar. But, being a rock type itself, Omastar is not hit hard.

"Now, it's my turn." Diamond said. "Omastar, Spike Cannon. FIRE!"

Omastar fired spikes at Onix. It was just a distraction for the next move. "Now, Hydro Pump!"

Omastar fired the strong stream of water at Onix. Soon, the Rock Snake Pokémon fainted.

"Onix is unable to battle." The karate girl announced. "Omastar wins."

"Onix, return." Bruno said. "Nice try. Just rest up." Bruno then makes his next choice. "Here's Pokémon number two. Go, Hitmonlee!"

Out popped a brown humanoid creature with strong looking legs. This has Diamond pull out her Pokédex.

Hitmonlee, the Kicking Pokémon. Said the Pokédex. It loosens it's spring like legs so it can be ready for battle.

The former prissy girl figures that Omastar is a bud vulnerable to fighting types. After recalling Omastar, she made her next choice, "Let's Go, Pidgeot!"

Pidgeot flew high and looking beautiful. Bruno wasn't impressed. "I can knock out that flying fighter. Hitmonlee, use Brick Break!"

Hitmonlee quickly gave a quick hit to Pidgeot. Bruno followed it up. "Okay, Hitmonlee. Use High Jump Kick!"

Hitmonlee leaped up to deliver a powerful kick. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge it, Pidgeot!"

The mighty bird flew out of the way just as Hitmonlee landed. Missing the kick caused some damage.

"I figured High Jump Kick would be a double edged sword." Diamond said. "Pidgeot, use Air Slash!"

Pidgeot flapped it's wings hard as it blew Hitmonlee to a wall. The Kicking Pokémon fainted on impact.

"Hitmonlee is unable to battle." The karate girl announced. "Pidgeot wins!"

"Hitmonlee, return." Bruno said. He then took out another Poké Ball. "Time to bring out Pokémon number three. Go, Hitmonchan!"

Out pops a humanoid creature with boxing glove like hands and what looks like a Roman gladiator outfit. Diamond is astounded. "A Hitmonchan. The Punching Pokémon."

Hitmonchan, the Punching Pokémon. The Pokédex said. A skilled fighting Pokémon that packs a powerful punch.

Diamond decided to strike first. "Okay, Pidgeot. Use Wing Attack!"

Pidgeot speeds towards Hitmonchan with it's wings glowing.

"I have the solution to this." Bruno informed. "Hitmonchan, use Thunder Punch!"

Hitmonchan charged in with it's fists powered by electricity. It punched Pidgeot with such power, it fainted.

"Oh no!" Diamond gasped.

"Pidgeot is unable to battle." The karate girl announced. "Hitmonchan wins."

"Pidgeot, return." Diamond sadly said.

"I had my Hitmonchan learn many kinds of punches." Bruno said. "This way, I'll be ready for anything."

But, Diamond is not giving up. She made her next choice. "Let's go, Hypno!"

When Hypno came out, Bruno decided to try to take it out. "Hitmonchan, use Close Combat!"

Just as Hitmonchan would make his mark, Diamond prepared a surprise. "Hypno, use Zen Headbutt!"

With it's head glowing, Hypno rammed into Hitmonchan. The psychic energy weakened the fighter as Diamond followed it up. "Now, use Psybeam!"

Using it's psychic energy, Hypno toppled Hitmonchan, causing it to be knocked out.

"Hitmonchan is unable to battle." The Karate girl announced. "Hypno wins."

Diamond and Hypno high fived each other as Bruno recalls Hitmonchan.

"This is turning out to be a great battle." Bruno said. "Here comes Pokémon number four. Go, Poliwrath!"

Out comes a blue bulky creature with a swirl on it's chest. Diamond's Pokédex gives her some information. Poliwrath, the Tadpole Pokémon. It can swim large bodies of water with ease.

Diamond soon has an idea. "Return, Hypno. I might need you later." She then makes her next choice. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu comes out ready for action. Bruno was amused. "This little pipsqueak thinks he can take on my Pokémon?"

"Sometimes, big things come in small packages." Diamond informed.

"I doubt that, missy. Poliwrath, use Bubble Beam!"

Poliwrath fired a stream of bubbles at Pikachu. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge those bubbles. Then, use Thunder Wave!"

After avoiding the bubbles, Pikachu fired a stream of electricity. Bruno is still amused. "Still not impressed. Poliwrath, use Dynamic Punch!"

Poliwrath raised it's fists. But, the electrical move kicked in, and paralyzed the water type.

"Time to shut it down, Pikachu." Diamond called out. "Use Thunderbolt!"

Charging up, Pikachu blasted Poliwrath with high powered electricity. Soon, the Tadpole Pokémon fainted.

"Poliwrath is unable to battle." The karate girl announced. "Pikachu wins."

"Poliwrath, return." Bruno said. He then looked at Diamond with determination. "Playtime is over. Here's my last Pokémon. Go, Machamp!"

Out comes a four armed humanoid creature. Diamond looked stunned as her Pokédex comes alive. Machamp, the Superpower Pokémon and the fully evolved form of Machop. With it's four arms, nothing it to heavy to lift.

Diamond got a bit worried. But, she pushed forward. "Pikachu, use Quick Attack!"

Pikachu zipped fast to strike. But, Bruno was ready. "Machamp, intercept with Cross Chop!"

Machamp crossed it's arms. Then, struck Pikachu with such force, the electric mouse soon fainted.

"Pikachu is unable to battle." The karate girl announced. "Machamp wins."

"Pikachu, return." Diamond said with sorrow. "You did good. Just get some rest." She then made her next choice. "Hypno, back to action!"

Hypno comes out, ready to go. Bruno quickly strikes. "Machamp use Karate Chop!"

Machamp rushes in to chop Hypno. Diamond quickly reacts. "Hypno, use Psybeam!"

Hypno fired a beam of psychic energy. Though it's hit, Machamp still approaches it's opponent.

"Let's switch things up, Machamp!" Bruno called out. "Use Vital Throw!"

Grabbing Hypno, Machamp threw the Hypnosis Pokémon down to the ground. Seconds later, Hypno fainted.

"Hypno is unable to battle." The Karate girl announced. "Machamp wins."

As Diamond recalls Hypno, she thinks a new strategy. She was thinking of calling Omastar. But, it would be easily be defeated. Suddenly, she made a choice. "Let's go, Venusaur!"

Venusaur came out, and shook the ground. Even though he was shocked, Bruno continues his attack. "The bigger they are, the harder they fall. Machamp, use Submission!"

Machamp prepared to grapple with Venusaur. But, Diamond launched a counter attack. "Venusaur, push Machamp back with Razor Leaf!"

Just as Machamp approached it's opponent, Venusaur blasted him with a barrage of leaves. Diamond rubbed her necklace and started to chant. "When a Pokémon and a trainer work together, nothing is impossible. Now, my blooming flower of power. MEGA EVOLVE!"

The sight of a Mega Evolve even impressed Bruno. Diamond then struck hard. "Let's do this, Venusaur. Use Petal Dance!"

Venusaur unleashed a strong stream of pink petals. So powerful was this attack, Machamp succumbed and soon fainted."

"Machamp is unable to battle." The karate girl announced. "Venusaur wins. The winner of this battle is Diamond Tiara!"

"We did it! Good work, Venusaur!" Diamond cheered.

After returning to normal, Venusaur used it's vines to wrap around Diamond's waist to bring her to it.

"Aw, Venusaur." Diamond cooed. "This is so sweet."

As Diamond hugged her Pokémon friend, Bruno recalled Machamp as Silver, Babs, and Eevee came to be with their friend.

"That was a great devotion to your Pokémon, Diamond Tiara." Bruno praised. "I'm grateful for this battle."

"I'm glad to be appreciated for anything these days." Diamond replied.

"Now that you defeated me, you have only two opponents left before facing the champion. Better head for the reception desk to heal your Pokémon."

The group left Bruno's room to prepare for Diamond's next opponent.

"That Poliwrath is so cool." Babs said. "I like to have that Pokémon. After I raise from a Poliwag of course."

Everybody giggled as they prepare for what's next.

End of Chapter 37

2. Starting the Adventure

Diamond Tiara walks along Route 1. The electronic map she was given says that her next stop is Viridian City.

"It does feel pretty unusual walking barefoot around here." Diamond thought. "But, walking on the grass does feel very good. I'll put my sneakers back on when I reach Viridian."

Soon, she sees a small brown bird walking on the bottom of the tree. She pulls out her Pokédex in excitement. "Ooo. A Pidgey."

Pidgey, the Tiny Bird Pokémon. The Pokédex said in a charming female voice. It can kick up sand to run from enemies.

Diamond decides to try catching Pidgey. After studying it carefully, she chooses the right moment. "Poké Ball. GO!"

The ball connects to Pidgey and absorbs it. After a few shakes, the ball clicked. Diamond was surprised as she picks up the Poké Ball. "Oh my gosh! I caught a Pidgey!"

Eevee was jumping up and down happily. Soon, the pair arrived at Viridian City. After putting her sneakers on, Diamond looked around the city. She soon sees a big building. One of the people of the city gave her some information.

"This is the Viridian City gym." The person said. "The last gym in the Gym Challenge."

"Gym Challenge?" Diamond asked.

"Yes. There are eight places in Kanto called Gyms. Each gym is lead by a trainer who specializes in a certain type of Pokémon. Defeat the Gym leader, you get an official gym badge. Get eight badges, and you qualify to battle the Pokémon League. That's some of the best trainers anywhere."

This gives Diamond Tiara an idea. If she can battle in the Pokémon League, it'll show her mother what she's capable of.

"If this gym is the last gym of this challenge," Diamond thought, "then I'll need seven badges to take this gym on."

Suddenly, a worker at a Poké Mart calls to her. "Excuse me, miss!"

"Can I help you, sir?" Diamond replied.

The shop worker presents her with a package. "Do you know Professor Oak?"

"Yes, I do. In fact, I was given this little Eevee by the professor."

"This parcel came for him. Would you please give this to him?"

"I would be glad too."

Taking the package, Diamond and Eevee returned to Pallet Town and gave it to Professor Oak.

"Ah, thank you, my dear." Oak praised. "I've been waiting for this."

Diamond was very happy to do a good deed. Professor Oak soon gave her a bag of fruit. "There will be some Pokémon that might be difficult to catch. These Razz Berries will calm them down long enoght for you to catch them."

Grateful, Diamond puts the berries in her pack. As she was leaving the lab, she was confronted by Zephyr Breeze.

"Hey, Diamond." Zephyr greeted. "How about a Pokémon battle?"

After checking her Pokédex to see what moves Eevee can use, she made a decision. "Okay, Zephyr. You're on."

"All right!" Zephyr throws a Poké Ball. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Out pops a yellow mouse type creature with a lightning shaped tail. Diamond was happy to see this critter as she pulls out her Pokédex. "Pikachu: most popular Pokémon ever."

Pikachu, the Mouse Pokémon. The Pokédex said. It releases some of it's electricity to keep from getting sick.

Diamond turned to her partner. "Well, Eevee. Let's do this!"

Eevee jumped off Diamond's backpack and prepared for battle.

"Eevee," Diamond said, "use Tackle."

Eevee rushed in and hit Pikachu hard. Zephyr was surprised. "Not bad. But, try this. Pikachu, use Thundershock!"

Pikachu unleashed some electricity. Diamond reacted quickly. "Quick, Eevee. Dodge that shock!"

Eevee avoided the electric shock. Then, it zipped super fast and struck Pikachu so hard, the Mouse Pokémon fainted.

"No way!" Zephyr said with shock in his voice. "Your Eevee just learned Quick Attack!"

This made Eevee very happy as she praised her friend. "Congratulations, Eevee. You did good in this battle."

Eevee hopped happily, knowing it did good. Zephyr soon recalled Pikachu. "Nice try, Pikachu. Just get some rest."

He then walked up to Diamond Tiara to give her some news. "That Eevee is one cool Pokémon, D T. He might help you take on the Gym Challenge."

"You think so?" Diamond wondered.

"Totally. But, you'll need to keep catching Pokémon, and train them hard to battle the Gym Leaders."

"And, take care of our Pokémon too. That's another way for them to be ready."

"You're right about that." Zephyr then prepares to leave. "See ya, D T. We'll meet again."

As Zephyr Breeze leaves the scene, Diamond Tiara is set to return to her own journey as she takes off her sneakers and puts them in her bag. "Okay, back to Viridian City!"

Diamond and Eevee left Pallet Town and return to their own journey. Later, Diamond finds herself in the Pokémon Center in Viridian City. Her Eevee and Pidgey needed healing after a couple of battles. Soon, the Pokémon Center's Nurse Joy presents a tray with Eevee and a Poké Ball on it.

"Eevee and Pidgey are well healed, miss Tiara." Nurse Joy said happily.

As Diamond was given her Pokémon, she had a thought. "Nurse Joy, I'm surprised you aren't upset with me not having my shoes on."

"Me and other Nurse Joys sometimes see barefoot trainers come in." Nurse Joy explained. "Including girls with tomboyish outfits like what you have on."

This made Diamond feel a little relieved. She realized it was getting late. So, Diamond and Eevee went to find a room in the Pokémon Center for the night. Meanwhile, back in Canterlot, Diamond's parents, Filthy Rich and Spoiled Rich discussed their daughter's adventure.

"I guess I was a little rough on her." Spoiled admitted. "I can't blame you for sending her to Kanto. But, why dress her as, what they call, a tomboy?"

"I figured she can use some clothing that is not elegant at all." Filthy answered. "Besides, her friendship with the Cutie Mark Crusaders helped her see things in a different light."

"I never thought of that. I guess I'm the stubborn one around here."

The couple had a good laugh. Later, in an office type room, Spoiled looks at a map of the Kanto region. She plans to keep track of her daughter's progress.

"Okay, Diamond Tiara, my dear daughter." Spoiled Rich said to herself. "Let's see how far you'll go as a Pokémon trainer."

End of Chapter 2

Author's Note

And so, Diamond Tiara's adventure begins.

4. A Rocking Gym Battle

Author's Note

It's time for Diamond Tiara's first gym battle.

4. A Rocking Gym Battle

Diamond Tiara arrived at Pewter City to take on the Gym Challenge. Just as she came into the city, she was greeted by Zephyr Breeze.

"Hey, girl." Zephyr greeted. "I see you made it."

"I sure did, Zephyr." Diamond replied. "Once I heal my Pokémon, I'm going to take on the Gym."

"Easy, Diamond. The gym isn't going anywhere. Just take a look around the town. It can help you relax. In the meantime, here are five Great Balls for extra tricky catches."

Diamond had to admit. Zephyr does have a point. After healing her Pokémon, she decided to look around the town. Soon, she sees a pink hippo like creature on a front lawn.

"It's a Slowpoke." Diamond said as she pulls out her Pokédex.

Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Slow to react to anything. It tends to lay around without worrying about time.

"Excuse me!" A female voice calls out. It belongs to a woman with short hair. "I need to do an errand. Will you please watch over Slowpoke for me?"

"Well, sure." Diamond replied. "Me and Eevee will be happy to."

"Thank you. I won't be long."

As the woman leaves, Diamond and Eevee look at Slowpoke.

"You know, Eevee." Diamond said. "Slowpoke is an interesting Pokémon indeed."

Eevee nodded in agreement. The two friends look after Slowpoke. Everybody was enjoying the peaceful time together when the woman returned.

"I'm back." The woman said. "How was looking over Slowpoke?"

"Very relaxing." Diamond replied. "Slowpoke is a very easy going Pokémon. Eevee and I were happy with this job."

"That's good. You and Eevee look cute together. Thank you for your help."

Diamond blushed, knowing that woman was right. Later, Diamond and Eevee left a museum feeling very good.

"Those exhibits were amazing, Eevee." Diamond said as she takes off her shoes. "Good thing I slipped on my sneakers. I don't think museums tolerate anybody going barefoot."

Soon, Diamond arrives at another building. The Pewter City gym. The pair walks in and looks around. It looks like the inside of a cave. As Diamond was astounded with the environment, a male voice got her attention. "Can I help you?"

The voice belongs to a young man with spiky brown hair. He wore a green vest over a black shirt, brown pants, and sneakers.

"Hello there, sir." Diamond said. "My name is Diamond Tiara. And, I'm here for a gym battle."

"Pretty interesting for a member of one of Canterlot's wealthy families to engage in a gym battle." The young man replied.

"So, you heard of my family. Well, I arrived in Kanto to prove that I don't need to ride on my Dad and Mom's coattails."

"I do admire someone like you to make daring decisions. My name is Brock, and I'm the gym leader. If it's a gym battle you want, I will accommodate you."

This made Diamond Tiara smile. "Okay, Brock. Let's go for it!"

Diamond takes her place as she gets ready for her gym battle. Brock's parents and siblings gathered to be witnesses.

"Let's make this a two on two Pokémon battle." Brock said. "Ladies first."

"Okay." Diamond replied as she sends in her friend. "Let's start off with you, Eevee."

Eevee steps out, ready to battle. Brock's family were confused.

"Easy peasy." Yolanda said. "This shining diamond will lose her shine quickly."

"Easy, sis." Tommy replied. "Some Pokémon might surprise you."

"Choosing an Eevee, huh?" Brock said as he pulls out his Poké Ball. "This should be interesting. Geodude, let's go!"

Out pops a rock with arms and a face. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex.

Geodude, the Rock Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Gets very angry easily when accidentally stepped on.

"Go, Eevee." Diamond said. "Use Tackle!"

Eevee rushes in to take on Geodude. Brock reacts. "Geodude, use your Tackle too!"

Geodude collides with Eevee. Eevee was pushed back. But, it soon got up.

"Your Eevee is a fighter. I'll give it that." Brock complimented. "But, a Normal type can't beat a Rock type."

"It can with the right training." Diamond replied.

"Let's see about that. Geodude, Tackle again!"

As Geodude rushes in, Diamond unleashes a surprise. "Eevee, use Double Kick!"

Eevee runs up to Geodude, and kicked it twice. The kicks were so powerful, Geodude crashed into a wall, then fainted.

"Geodude is unable." Forrest, the eldest brother, announced. "Eevee wins."

Brock's family were shocked to see this happen.

"Miss Tiara is right." Brock's father said. "Anything can happen when Pokémon are trained correctly."

As Brock recalls Geodude, he expresses his opinion. "I'm pleasantly impressed, Diamond Tiara. Having Eevee learn Double Kick is a unique strategy."

"Thank you, Brock." Diamond replied.

"Let's see how you fare against this Pokémon. Go, Onix!"

Out comes a large stone snake. Diamond studies about this one.

Onix, the Rock Snake Pokémon. Said the Pokédex. It tunnels fast underground. This leaves a lot of holes in the ground.

Diamond thought about her strategy. After calling Eevee back, she takes out her own Poké Ball. "Go, Bulbasaur!"

Bulbasaur pops out, ready to fight. Brock begins to attack. "Onix, use Headbutt!"

Onix rushed in to hit Bulbasaur. The seed Pokémon shook off the cobwebs as Brock gives another command. "Okay, Onix. Use Rock Throw!"

Onix sent a rock to strike Bulbasaur. Diamond reacted quickly. "Dodge it! Then, use Leech Seed!"

After avoiding the rock, Bulbasaur fired a Leech Seed at Onix. The seed drained some of the energy from the rock snake.

"Here's our chance, Bulbasaur!" Diamond said happily. "Use Vine Whip!"

Bulbasaur extended two vines to strike Onix. Soon, the massive rock Pokémon fainted.

"Onix is unable to battle." Forrest announced. "Bulbasaur wins. The winner of this gym battle is Diamond Tiara."

Bulbasaur rushed into Diamond's arms

"We win, Bulbasaur!" Diamond cheered.

Brock recalled Onix and watched Diamond's love towards her Pokémon

"Well, Diamond." Brock said happily. "I'll bet your mother won't have any excuse to bring you down now. You have shown your dedication to bring a Pokémon trainer." He then took out an object shaped like a rock. "You have truly earned the Boulder Badge."

Diamond was given her badge. "Thank you, Brock."

Brock and his family are impressed with Diamond and her Pokémon. As she exited the gym, she was met by a young man with spiky brown hair.

"Hello, Diamond Tiara." The young man greeted. "We meet at last."

"I don't believe it!" Diamond gasped. "Gary Oak. Professor Oak's grandson."

"In person. My grandpa told me that you and Zephyr Breeze are on a Pokémon journey."

"Yes. And, I just won my first badge."

"Not bad. But, you still have seven more badges to collect before tackling the Pokémon League. I'll show up from time to time. Later."

As Gary leaves, Diamond Tiara realized that Gary is right. She has lots more work to do.

End of Chapter 4

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgey
Pikachu
Bulbasaur

5. A New Companion Joins Up

Author's Note

It's time for Diamond Tiara to have a partner in her Kanto Region travels. And, you won't believe who it is.

5. A New Companion Joins Up

After her victory at the Pewter City Gym, Diamond Tiara has Eevee and Bulbasaur healed. Meanwhile, she changed out of the outfit her father gave her. She now wears a red short sleeve shirt and a pair of bib overalls.

"I should thank Applejack for giving me these overalls for me birthday." Diamond said as she rolled up the cuffs of her overalls. "Apple Bloom was happy seeing me like this."

As she was heading back to her table, Nurse Joy gave her some good news. "Your Pokémon are all healed."

"Thank you, Nurse Joy." Diamond replied.

Eevee happily jumped into her arms. Soon, they look over their map.

"I guess we should head down Route 3." Diamond figured. "That leads to an area called Mt. Moon."

After strapping on her backpack and grabbing her duffle bag, she and Eevee are ready to travel. Hidden at another table, the brutal Holly Prema watches with mistrust.

"That little turncoat." Holly said to herself. "Now, she's dressed as a barefoot farm girl. Somebody should teach her to learn her place." She then stood up. "And, that somebody is ME!"

Holly walks out and plans her attack. Back in Canterlot, Spoiled Rich looks over her map of Kanto. She places a sticker with a number 1 made of stone on an area marked Pewter City. "There. That's perfect."

Soon, Filthy Rich walks in and sees this activity.

"Up to something, honey?" Filthy asked.

"Indeed, I am." Spoiled replied. "Diamond sent me a picture of herself, Eevee, and a Bulbasaur. She said in her message that she won a Pokémon Gym Badge in Pewter City."

"Ah. So, our little princess is taking on the Gym Challenge."

"That's right. Now, she has one badge. She'll need seven more badges to take part in the Pokémon League." A thought then came to her. "Did Diamond pack any extra clothes besides that outfit you put together?"

"She sure did. You'd be surprised at what she brought with her."

This got Spoiled Rich thinking. "I wonder if these clothes will reflect her new barefoot tomboy attitude."

Meanwhile, in a small little treehouse at Sweet Apple Acres, The Cutie Mark Crusaders gathered for a meeting.

"Gang," Apple Bloom said, "my cousin, Babs Seed has arrived in Kanto."

"Why is she there?" Scootaloo wondered. "Is she starting a Pokémon journey?"

"I don't think so. I think she's visiting relatives."

"Maybe she can join a trainer on his or her journey." Sweetie Belle figured.

Apple Bloom never thought of that. Back in Kanto, Diamond Tiara is facing a bug catcher who is going to call on a Pokémon. "Come out, Kakuna!"

Out pops a yellow cocoon. Diamond's Pokédex comes alive with information. Kakuna, the cocoon Pokémon and the evolved form of Weedle. This Pokémon endures greatly before it evolves.

Diamond knows who to call for. "Pidgey, I choose you!"

Her Pidgey comes out and is ready for battle.

"Pidgey," Diamond calls out, "use Gust!"

Pidgey flaps it's wings hard. But, the bug catcher won't quit. "Kakuna, use Poison Sting!"

Kakuna fired poisonous needles at Pidgey. But, the Tiny Bird Pokémon flew away. Suddenly, it's wings glowed and Pidgey struck at Kakuna. Soon as Kakuna fainted, the bug catcher realized what happened. "I think your Pidgey learned Wing Attack!"

This shocked Diamond a lot. But, she was very happy. As she hugged Pidgey, the bug catcher recalled Kakuna, and left. Diamond and Eevee continued to look around Route 3. Soon, they saw an orange lizard with a flame on it's tail.

"What a sight!" Diamond said as she pulls out her Pokédex. "A Charmander!"

Charmander, the Lizard Pokémon. The Pokédex said. The fire on the tip on it's tail indicate how healthy it is.

Diamond thought about how she caught Bulbasaur. Just as she was getting out a Razz Berry, she noticed that Charmander was already eating a berry. Suddenly, a Poké Ball absorbed Charmander. After a few shakes, the ball clicked.

"I wonder who caught this Charmander." Diamond wondered.

"I caught it." Said a teenage girl voice.

Out steps a girl with short red hair. She has on a green shirt over a white tank top, light green shorts, and brown boots. She soon sees Diamond. "Hey, Diamond Tiara. This is a nice surprise."

"Babs Seed!" Diamond gasped. "Wow!"

The two girls hugged each other. Soon, they talked to each other.

"I heard you're on a Pokémon journey." Babs Seed said. "Is that true?"

"You heard right." Diamond replied. "I'm here to prove to my mother I can do something on my own." Eevee soon came to the girls. "And, Eevee here is my traveling companion."

"You have an Eevee? Cool. Did you catch other Pokémon?"

"Yes. I also have Pidgey, Pikachu, and Bulbasaur."

Babs Seed's eyes widened. "You have a Bulbasaur? Wow! Awesome!"

"Indeed. And, I won my first Gym Badge."

"So, tackling the Gym Challenge. Huh?"

"Yup. And, I need seven more badges to enter the Pokémon League."

This gives Babs an Idea. "How about I tag along with you?"

"Really?" Diamond replied. "You want to travel with me?"

"Why not. Since you have on clothing my cousin, Apple Bloom, would wear, nobody will know that you're part of that wealthy bunch back home."

Babs has a point. With the clothes Diamond has on, she would look like just another traveler.

"Babs, you have a deal." Diamond said.

As the two girls shook hands, a little bird with raggedy head feathers showed up. Diamond took out her Pokédex.

Spearow, the Tiny Bird Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Never backing out of a fight, this Pokémon is tougher than it looks. Ever more dangerous in a flock.

Taking out a Poké Ball, Babs took aim at Spearow. She then tossed her Poké Ball, the ball connected, and absorbed Spearow. The girls watched the ball click to say that the capture is done.

"Now, my Charmander has a playmate." Babs Seed said happily.

Diamond now has a traveling companion to accompany her across Kanto.

End of Chapter 5

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgey
Pikachu
Bulbasaur

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow

6. Maidens in Mt. Moon

At a Pokémon Center near Mt. Moon, Diamond Tiara and Babs Seed spend time together. After hanging up her smartphone, Babs gave Diamond some news.

"I spoke to my aunt and uncle." Babs said. "They think joining you on your journey is a great idea."

"That's good." Diamond replied. "Being on a journey on my own can be lonely. Even with my Pokémon with me."

"I get it. You miss being around other people. Like your partner in crime, as it were."

"Silver Spoon? Yeah, I guess you're right. I'm starting to miss my best friend."

Nurse Joy returns with the girls' Pokémon. After Eevee rested on Diamond's lap, the two girls study the map of Kanto while Babs checks her phone while it's plugged in.

"According to this map app I downloaded," Babs informed, "Mt. Moon will lead to a place called Cerulean City. That city has a Pokémon Gym."

This made Diamond very happy. "Do you have information on this gym?"

Babs Seed looked up info about the gym. "This Gym is run by Misty. She specializes in water types. I guess they don't call her the Tomboyish Mermaid for nothing."

"Grass and Electric moves are powerful against water types." Diamond said as she straps on her backpack and grabs her duffle bag. "Let's go, Babs!"

The two girls leave the Pokémon Center and headed to Mt. Moon. Inside, the girls look around and is amazed.

"This is one huge cavern." Diamond said.

"Yeah. Quite a place to explore." Babs replied.

Soon, they saw a pink Pokémon hopping happily. It has pointed ears and a curled up tail. Diamond pulled out her Pokédex.

Clefairy, the Fairy Pokémon. The Pokédex said. It's rumored that this Pokémon arrived from outer space.

"Wouldn't that be something?" Babs said.

"It does sound logical." Diamond replied.

Suddenly, they see two people standing menacingly. One was a woman with long red hair. The other was a man with short blue hair. Both wear white outfits with a big red 'R' on it. They also have black gloves and boots.

"What do you two brats want?" The woman asked.

"We are heading for Cerulean City." Diamond answered.

"Just stay out of our way." The young man said. "We're looking for fossils. Come on, Meowth."

Responding, a cat like creature followed the strange couple. Diamond soon studies this cat.

Meowth, the Scratch Cat Pokémon. said the Pokédex. Very mischievous, this Pokémon likes to scare other Pokémon by scattering coins around.

Babs Seed realized something. "We better be careful, Diamond. I think those guys are Team Rocket."

"Team Rocket?" Diamond gasped. "Isn't that a criminal organization that likes to steal Pokémon for their own dark purposes?"

"That's them. We better not let them steal our Pokémon."

As the two friends explore the cavern, they see something Diamond saw already.

"It's a Geodude." Babs indicated.

Getting out a Poké Ball, Diamond took careful aim. "I can use a rock type. She then, throws the Poké Ball. "GO!"

The Ball connects to Geodude and absorbs it. After a few shakes, the Poké Ball clicked.

"No way!" Babs gasped. "You caught that Geodude."

Babs picked it up proudly. "Now, I have five Pokémon."

Eevee bounced happily. Just then, they confronted a Team Rocket goon, who called forth a small purple mouse. The Pokédex comes alive. Rattata, the Mouse Pokémon. This critter sneaks around looking for food. Many other Rattata may follow.

Diamond sends Eevee to battle.

"Rattata," The Team Rocket Goon ordered, "use Tackle!"

Rattata tackled Eevee. But, Diamond reacted. "Eevee, use Double Kick!"

Giving two strong kicks, Eevee quickly defeated Rattata. The thug recalled Rattata and ran off.

"Wow!" Diamond gasped. "I guess there's a lot of those foot soldiers in this cave."

"Yeah." Babs agreed. "Let's keep moving."

As they continue their travels in the cavern, they need a female grunt. And, she unleashed a dark lavender bat. Diamond learns of this Pokémon.

Zubat, the Bat Pokémon. The Pokédex informed. Even though it has no eyes, it uses ultra sonic waves from it's mouth as radar.

"Let me handle this." Babs offered as she calls on her Pokémon. "Come out, Charmander."

Babs Seed's Charmander pops out, ready for action.

"Too easy." The female grunt mocked. "Zubat, Bite!"

Zubat charged in ready to bite. But, Babs was ready. "Charmander, use Smokescreen!"

Charmander blew smoke on Zubat. This left the bat confused.

"Okay, Charmander." Babs said. "Scratch!"

The lizard Pokémon gave a quick derp scratch to Zubat. The female grunt recalled Zubat and ran away. After recalling Charmander, Babs and Diamond went on their way with Eevee behind them. From behind a rock pillar, Holly Prema watched in secret. And, was not pleased.

The two girls soon met a nerdy looking guy. He presented them two special rocks.

"These are fossils of prehistoric Pokémon." The man said. "The Helix Fossil represents Omanyte, and the Dome Fossil represents Kabuto. I'll give you girls one of them."

After thinking about it for a moment, Diamond made a decision. "I choose the Helix Fossil."

"Excellent." He gave the girls the Helix Fossil and put the other fossil away. "Pleasure doing business with you."

As the man leaves, the girls prepare to leave until a brutal female voice stops them. "Hold it right there! Hand over that fossil!"

They were confronted by the two mean people they met earlier.

"It's you again!" Diamond said angrily. "Who are you two?"

"Glad you asked." The red haired woman replied. "To protect the world from devastation!"

Her male partner followed her lead. "To unite all people's within our nation!"

"To denounce the evils of truth and love."

"To extend our reach to the stars above."

"Jessie!"

"And James!"

"Team Rocket blasting off at the speed of light!"

"Surrender now. Or, prepare to fight!"

Their Meowth jumped in to finish this motto. "Meowth! That's right."

"My friend here told me about Team Rocket." Diamond Tiara said. "You guys use Pokémon for vicious crimes."

"We do what we can to steal many powerful Pokémon." Jessie replied.

"Including your Eevee over there." Meowth added. "I think this ain't no normal Pokémon."

Eevee ran behind Diamond. This got the young maiden angry. "Nobody touches my little friend."

"That's what you think, kid." James said as he takes out his Poké Ball. "Go, Koffing!"

Out pops a purple ball with a skull and crossbones design. Diamond learns of this Pokémon.

Koffing, the Poison Gas Pokémon. Said the Pokédex. If the gases get unstable, Koffing can explode.

"Here's my little friend." Jessie said. "Go, Ekans."

A purple snake pops out. The Pokédex gives Diamond some information. Ekans, the Snake Pokémon. This Pokémon's long body can wrap around it's prey.

The girls decide to fight back. Diamond calls for Geodude and Babs calls out Spearow.

"Too easy." James scoffed. "Koffing, Poison Gas!"

Koffing sprayed a vicious cloud. Babs reacted. "Spearow, blow that cloud away!"

Spearow flapped it's wings fast, blowing the Poison Gas away. Diamond made her move. "Geodude, use Tackle on Koffing!"

Geodude rushed in, and tackled Koffing. Babs followed. "Spearow, use Peck on Ekans!"

Spearow started to peck Ekans hard. Seeing their Pokémon being beaten, Jessie and James recalled them, and retreated .

"Let's get out of here, fellas." Jessie said. "Looks like Team Rocket's blasting off again!"

Diamond, Babs, and Eevee watch the bad guys leave. This is a great relief to them. Later, they finally left Mt. Moon and went on Route 4. Soon, they see their next stop.

"There it is." Diamond said happily. "Cerulean City."

"Oh yeah." Babs said. "Now you can find the gym, and battle for your next badge."

"You bet I will. Come on, Eevee."

Eevee happily followed Diamond and Babs Seed into Cerulean City. Meanwhile, Holly Prema exited Mt. Moon, hoping to follow Diamond again. She then flashes back to what happened months ago.

Flashback

Holly wore a short sleeve teal nightgown. She was sitting on the floor with her hands tied behind her back, her ankles tied together, and her mouth wrapped tight by a white cloth. A shadow loomed over her as a British male voice spoke angrily to her. "Diamond Tiara must not stray from her mother's wishes. That young girl must be as snobbish as Spoiled Rich. MAKE SURE SHE KNOWS HER PLACE!!!"

End of Flashback

"You will learn your lesson, Diamond Tiara ." Holly said to herself . "Harshly!"

End of Chapter 6

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgey
Pikachu
Bulbasaur
Geodude

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow

Author's Note

Next up for Diamond Tiara, Gym Battle number 2.

7. Aquatic Antics

Author's Note

It is now time for Diamond Tiara's second Gym Battle

7. Aquatic Antics

After arriving in Cerulean City, Diamond Tiara and Babs Seed went to the Pokémon Center to heal their Pokémon. Soon, their Pokémon healed, and are given Pokémon food they recently bought.

"So, what's your strategy?" Babs asked.

"Strategy?" Diamond wondered.

"To battle the Cerulean City Gym leader. From what I heard, Misty is very good with water Pokémon."

"Good point. I watched videos of Misty and her sisters performance with their Pokémon. They sure know their stuff."

"Thank you." Said a female voice.

The girls saw a young lady with wavy brown hair and wearing a teal shortie wet suit and aqua shoes.

"I think I heard of you." Diamond said. "You must be Daisy. The oldest of Misty's sisters."

"That's me." Daisy replied. She then looked at the Pokémon eating. "Pretty nice Pokémon you girls have."

"Thank you. Pikachu, Pidgey, Bulbasaur, Geodude, and Eevee are mine. Spearow and Charmander belong to Babs here."

Babs waved to Daisy. The water maiden made a suggestion. "How about gathering your Pokémon and come with me. I'd like to see them in action."

After recalling their Pokémon, Diamond and Babs followed Daisy as they walk around Cerulean City.

"I see that your Eevee likes riding on your backpack." Daisy said.

"He sure does." Diamond replied. "Eevee doesn't like being inside a Poké Ball."

"I guess not."

Soon, they come to what looks like an aquarium.

"Is this where we going?" Babs asked.

"It sure is." Daisy replied. "Come on in."

As everyone entered, Babs, Diamond, and Eevee were surprised with the place. Diving boards above a big pool. This pool is no doubt used for shows. Daisy soon called for somebody. "I brought some possible challengers!"

From behind a curtain steps a girl with short red hair and wearing a teal wetsuit with dark blue stripes.

"That full length wetsuit this gal is wearing looks awesome." Babs complimented.

"Thank you." The girl replied. "I have friends who often say that I look good in a wetsuit."

Diamond looked at the girl and realized who she is. "Wow! You must be Misty, this city's Gym Leader."

"That's correct." Misty replied. "It's nice you appreciate my skills, Diamond Tiara."

This got Diamond shocked. "You know me?"

"I sure did. I heard that you came to Kanto to get away from your mother's influence. From what I've heard, you're doing good as a Pokémon trainer."

"Thank you. Since I'm here, I'm ready to battle you for a badge."

Going into a small box, Misty pulls out what looks like a small water drop, and shows it to Diamond. "This Cascade Badge is for you. If you defeat me in battle, of course."

One of Misty's other sisters, Lily steps in. "I'll get this challenger a wetsuit to wear. This way, her overalls don't get soaked."

Diamond realizes that it's a good idea. "Okay, friend. Suit me up."

Soon, wearing a navy blue full wetsuit, Diamond Tiara is set to battle Misty with Daisy as the referee. In the stands, Babs Seed and Eevee watch with interest.

"We'll have a two on two Pokémon battle, Diamond." Misty announced. "Daisy, my eldest sister, will be the referee."

"Okay, Misty." Diamond replied as she gets out a Poké Ball. "I'll start with Bulbasaur."

"And, I'll begin with Psyduck!"

Out pops Bulbasaur and a yellow goofy looking duck. Babs Seed pulls out Diamond's Pokédex to catalog this water type.

Psyduck, the Duck Pokémon. The Pokédex said. This Pokémon constantly suffers from headaches. This triggers it's psychic power."

Diamond looks at this Pokémon and figures out something. "Your Psyduck is said to be really slow. This is an easy win."

"Don't bet on it." Misty replied. "Psyduck, use Confusion."

Psyduck's eyes glowed and surrounded Bulbasaur with a glowing aura. Suddenly, Bulbasaur was lifted off the ground. Then, slammed to the ground. This left Diamond speechless.

"Over the years, Psyduck and I started to understand each other." Misty informed. "Okay, Psyduck. Water Gun!"

Psyduck blew out a stream of water to strike Bulbasaur. Diamond reacted quickly. "Use Vine Whip to jump!"

Bulbasaur extended it's Vine to jump over Psyduck's water gun. Diamond soon made her next move. "Bulbasaur, use Leech Seed."

Bulbasaur fired a seed at Psyduck. Vines wrapped it's body and drained some energy. Misty got nervous. "Uh oh!"

"Okay, Bulbasaur." Diamond called out. "Use Vine Whip!'

The vines from Bulbasaur's bulb struck Psyduck hard. Soon, the Duck Pokémon fainted.

"Psyduck is unable to battle." Daisy announced. "Bulbasaur wins!"

"Psyduck, return." Misty said as she recalls her Pokémon.

Babs and Eevee cheered for their comrade. Misty's other sisters watch with interest.

"That Bulbasaur is a great Pokémon, Diamond." Misty said proudly. "You truly understand Pokémon."

"Thank you, Misty." Diamond replied.

"But, can you handle my second Pokémon? Go, Starmie!"

Out pops what looks like a starfish with ten appendages and a red crystal in the center. Babs Seed used Diamond's Pokédex to study this Pokémon.

Starmie, the Mysterious Pokémon. Said the Pokédex. The red crystal in the center is said to send signals to who knows where.

"Ready, Bulbasaur?" Diamond asked.

Bulbasaur is set until Misty makes a move. "Starmie, use Scald!"

Starmie fires a stream of water to hit Bulbasaur. But, the Seed Pokémon was suddenly burned.

"What happened to Bulbasaur?" Diamond asked with worry.

"Scald hits an opponent with very hot water." Misty explained. "And, it does cause burn effects. Right now, it's time to wrap this up. Starmie, use Psywave!"

Starmie fired a rainbow beam from its crystal to hit Bulbasaur. Because of the burn effect of Scald, Bulbasaur soon fainted.

"Bulbasaur is unable to battle." Daisy announced. "Starmie wins."

"Bulbasaur, return." Diamond said as she recalled her Pokémon. "Nice try. Just get some rest." She then made her next decision. "You're up, Pikachu!"

Pikachu pops out and is ready. Misty decides to strike first. "Let's turn up the heat, Starmie. Use Scald!"

Starmie fired a blast of hot water. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge it! Then, use Thunder Wave!"

After avoiding that water attack, Pikachu sent a wave of electricity to Starmie. Diamond saw that Starmie is paralyzed and exhausted from battling Bulbasaur.

"Let's wrap it up, Pikachu." Diamond called out. "Use Thundershock!"

Pikachu sent out a blast of electricity to strike at Starmie. The water Pokémon fell to the ground. When it's crystal flashed, that means it's defeated.

"Starmie is unable to battle." Daisy announced. "Pikachu wins. The winner of this gym battle is Diamond Tiara from Canterlot!"

"We did it!" Diamond cheered. "Good work, Pikachu!"

Misty recalled Starmie as she sees Pikachu jump into Diamond's arms. The sight of a trainer's interaction with a Pokémon is always a pleasant sight.

"I have to admit, Diamond." Misty praised. "You're a great trainer. My good friend, Ash Ketchum, would be proud of you." She then takes out her badge. "This Cascade Badge is clearly yours."

After Pikachu jumped down, Diamond accepts the Cascade Badge. She then makes her way to where Babs and Eevee were sitting, and got out her badge case. Diamond placed her newest badge inside it. "That's badge number two."

Misty then gave her some good news. "You can also keep that wetsuit. We wanted to get rid of some of them to make room."

This made Diamond smile. Just as Diamond and company we're ready to leave the gym, Holly Prema barged in. She looked at Diamond with angry bloodshot eyes.

"How dare you associate with low class punks!" Holly yelled as she takes out a Poké Ball. "Your mother does not approve! Come out, Croakung. And, use Mud Shot!"

A vicious looking Croagunk, first seen in the Sinnoh Region, fired a blob of mud at Diamond. She got hit hard as the mud splotched on her body. Diamond still had her wetsuit on, planning to change clothes when she and Babs returned to the Pokémon Center. After recalling Croagunk, Holly left the gym. This left everyone shocked.

"Are you okay, Diamond?" Babs asked with concern.

"I will be after a nice shower." Diamond replied. Her Eevee looked at her with sadness in its eyes. "Yuk! Talk about mud slinging."

End of Chapter 7

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgey
Pikachu
Bulbasaur
Geodude

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow

9. The Threesome's Travels Continue

Author's Note

Diamond and company are helping out a central character. And, the first evolution of this story is here.

9. The Threesome's Travels Continue

Diamond Tiara and her traveling companions find themselves on Route 25. There, Diamond has been challenged by a red haired boy who looks at her as easy pickings. He sent out a green cocoon. This had Diamond pull out her Pokédex.

Metapod, the Cocoon Pokémon and the evolved form if Caterpie. The Pokédex said. It takes care not to move too much. Or, it might get hurt.

Diamond called out one of her Pokémon. "Let's go, Pidgey!"

Pidgey popped out. The boy isn't impressed. "First, I'll strengthen it's defense. Metapod, Harden!"

Metapod shined as it hardens up. Diamond responded quickly. "Pidgey, Wing Attack!"

With it's wings glowing, Pidgey struck hard at Metapod. Shocked, the boy called back his Cocoon Pokémon.

"I didn't count on a Pidgey being that strong." The boy figured. "Bye, now."

As the boy heads out, Silver sees something unusual. "Hey, Diamond. What's happening with Pidgey?"

Everybody saw Pidgey glowing. Babs figured something out. "That means Pidgey is evolving!"

The three girls watched as Pidgey started to grow. After the glowing stopped. Pidgey was replaced by a bigger bird with red feathers on it's head.

"A great moment." Diamond cheered as she pulls out her Pokédex. "My Pidgey evolved into a Pidgeotto."

Pidgeotto, the Bird Pokémon and the evolved form of Pidgey. The Pokédex informed. It will attack any intruder who comes to it's territory.

Diamond proudly hugged her newly evolved Pokémon. "Congratulations, Pidgeotto."

Eevee came along to nuzzle Pidgeotto. Soon, Silver Spoon sees something in the grass. It turned out to be a purple bug with big red eyes and two antennas. "I spotted a Venonat."

After recalling Pidgeotto, Diamond used her Pokédex to study this insect. Venonat, the Insect Pokémon. It's large red eyes can see even in dark places.

Pulling out a Poké Ball, Silver slowly approached Venonat. Babs was a little confused. "I thought prissy girls like you and Silver there don't like bugs."

"Believe it or not," Diamond said, "insects fascinate Silver. She thinks they are the most fascinating creatures of all."

Taking careful aim, Silver throws her Poké Ball at Venonat, and absorbed it. When Silver heard her Poké Ball clicked, she was happy.

"Now, I have a playmate for Squirtle." Silver cheered.

At the end of the route, the girls see a cute house. Inside is a high tech type laboratory.

"Whoa." Babs Seed gasped. "This is the type of place Twilight Sparkle would love."

Suddenly, a purple creature with a long horn comes in. Diamond studies this creature.

Nidorino, the Poison Pin Pokémon. Said the Pokédex. When it's challenged, it's hair bristles with poison barbs.

Just then, the Nidorino suddenly talked. "Thanks for showing up."

The trio got the shock off their lives. Diamond looked at it strangely. "How can a Pokémon talk like a human."

"My name is Bill." The Pokémon explained. "I was trying an experiment. But, I accidentally got merged with this Nidorino. If you girls can help me, I'll be very grateful."

The girls thought about it for a moment. Then, they made a decision.

"We'll help you out." Babs responded. "What can we do?"

"I'm going into that chamber to the right." Bill explains. "Once the door closes, work the controls to set things right."

Once the Nidorino entered the chamber, the girls look at the controls. They look at the prompt on the screen.

"This doesn't look hard." Babs said. "I'll give it a shot."

Babs followed the prompt, and worked the machine. She was ready to pull a small lever. "Here goes nothing!"

She pulls the lever, and the machine comes alive. The chambers started to glow. After everything shuts down, one of the chambers opened. The Nidorino steps out. From the other chamber steps out a young man with curly light brown hair.

"Thank you." The young man said. "I don't want to go through that again."

Eevee got scared and rushed into Diamond's arms.

"It's okay, Eevee." Diamond said calming Eevee down. "No need to panic."

"Are you okay, Bill?" Babs asked, knowing who it is.

"I sure am." Bill happily replied. "I want to thank you for how you helped me." He then pulls out of his pocket four tickets. "These are tickets to get aboard the S. S. Anne. A luxury ship docked at Vermillion City."

After putting down Eevee, Diamond was given the tickets to hold on to.

"Thank you very much, sir." Diamond said gratefully.

"Nothing much else here." Silver said. "Let's head back to Cerulean City."

"Good idea. Let's go, you guys."

After leaving the house, the girls head back to Cerulean City. They soon saw an Officer Jenny guarding a house.

"These people were robbed by thugs from Team Rocket." Jenny said. "I'm guarding this house from further crimes."

Just then, a mischievous Squirtle ran past the scene. This made Jenny angry. "You again! Come back here!"

After Officer Jenny left, the girls went into the house to see what going on. The people have been robbed of a TM that teaches Dig to any Pokémon. While Silver comfort the people, Diamond, Babs, and Eevee follow footprints left behind. They lead to a hole on the side of the house. They soon saw a Team Rocket thug.

"What do you brats want?" The thug asked.

"We think you stole that TM." Diamond said angrily. "Give it back, you creep!"

"Not happening! Get them, Raticate!"

Out comes a big brown rat. Diamond gets out her Pokédex. Raticate, the Mouse Pokémon and the evolved form of Rattata. They're teeth grow so much, they witter them down to keep them regular size.

"I'll handle this." Babs said. "Go get him, Charmander."

The thug doesn't think that Charmander is worthy enough to fight. "Too easy. Raticate, BITE!"

Raticate attacks with it's mouth open. Babs sees this as an opportunity. "Charmander, use Smokescreen."

Charmander blew smoke to blind Raticate. As this mouse is trying to see Babs strikes. "Okay, Charmander. Use Ember."

The Lizard Pokémon fired some flames on Raticate. Seeing this, the thug recalled Raticate and took off. Diamond saw that he dropped a CD. Which turned out as the TM Team Rocket stole. Later, at the Pokémon Center, the three girls discuss strategy.

"Well, girls." Diamond said. "We know our next stop."

"Yes." Silver agreed. "Next stop is Vermillion City."

"And, a trip aboard the S. S. Anne." Babs finished.

Eevee jumped happily, knowing that the trip is going well. Meanwhile, in an old cabin outside of town, Holly Prema sits on a chair with her hands tied behind her back. A dark shadow comes in and speaks in the same British tone that scared her months ago. "That foolish girl is heading for Vermillion City. Get over there and SET HER STRAIGHT!"

Holly looks at the figure with fear in her heart. "Yes, sir."

End of Chapter 9

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Pikachu
Bulbasaur
Geodude

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow

SILVER SPOON
Squirtle
Venonat

10. Two Routes Lead to Vermillion

Author's Note

Our heroic trio make plans to reach Vermillion City for Diamond Tiara's third gym battle.

10. Two Routes Lead to Vermillion

In the Pokémon Center in Cerulean City, Diamond Tiara and company check out the map to see how to reach their next destination.

"Let's see." Diamond said. "We'll have to make our way through Route 5 which has a Day Care Center. Then, through a tunnel that leads to Route 6."

"And, that'll lead us to Vermillion City?" Silver Spoon asked.

"You got it, Silver."

Babs Seed gave Diamond some useful information. "There's a gym in Vermillion City. It's leader is Lt. Surge, who specializes in electric Pokémon."

"Then, I better train my Pokémon for this battle." Diamond figured. She then straps on her backpack and grabs her duffle bag. "Let's go, gang!"

Everybody leaves the Pokémon Center, and head down Route 5. During the travels, they saw a red fox with six curled up tails. Diamond fell in love as she takes out her Pokédex. "It's a Vulpix."

Vulpix, the Fox Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Born with six tails. After evoling, they split to become more tails.

Taking out a Poké Ball, Diamond took careful aim, and threw it. The ball connected to Vulpix, and absorbed it. After a few shakes, the ball clicked.

"I have a Vulpix." Diamond cheered.

As Eevee bounced happily, Silver remembered something. "Diamond, you can only carry six Pokémon. What happens if you capture another one?"

"Any extra Pokémon I catch will no doubt be sent to Professor Oak." Diamond replied. "I did receive Eevee from him after all."

Babs then sees a marigold colored creature with red shoulders and chest. She was astounded. "Wowee! An Abra."

Diamond's Pokédex comes alive. Abra, the Psi Pokémon. Even when it's sleeping, which is most of the time, it can teleport to avoid danger.

Babs sneaked up to Abra, and quickly threw a Poké Ball to catch it. After the ball clicked, Babs was happy. "I got me an Abra."

Soon, they stopped in front of a small house.

"So, this is a Day Care Center, huh?" Silver said.

"Yep." Babs replied. "People often leave Pokémon here so the caretakers can look after them. Sometimes, the Pokémon would be compatible. When that happens, and egg appears."

"Hmm. Wouldn't be amazing to have a Pokémon egg?"

Diamond thought about it when a familiar voice called to them. "Yo, Diamond!"

The crew turned and saw Zephyr Breeze waving to them.

"Oh." Diamond gasped. "Hi, Zephyr."

"Zephyr Breeze?" Silver said. "Fluttershy's slacker brother?"

"Not really a slacker." Babs replied. "He's working hard to be a trainer since he got his Pikachu."

Diamond talked to Zephyr about her meeting with Bill. Zephyr was shocked. "You mean that freaky talking Nidorino was just an experiment gone wrong?"

"That's right." Diamond replied. "Thanks to me and my friends, Bill is separated from that Nidorino. And, we're even given tickets aboard the S. S. Anne."

"The S. S. Anne? That luxury ship at Vermillion City?"

"That's right. We were given four tickets." Diamond took one ticket out of her pocket. "I think you can use a ticket too."

Zephyr was impressed with Diamond's generosity. "Thanks, D T. Rarity would be proud of you for that deed. See you and your posse in Vermillion City!"

Zephyr happily walked down a tunnel. Diamond figured that it leads to Route 6. Babs, Silver, and Eevee caught up to her.

"That was nice of you to do that." Silver said.

"Thank you." Diamond replied. "I guess this journey is bringing out something within me I never thought of."

Babs got everyone's attention. "We better head out to the tunnel ourselves. That tunnel leads us to Vermillion City."

Everybody goes down the tunnel. As they explore the tunnel, Diamond remembers talking to her mother.

Flashback

At the Pokémon Center in Cerulean City, before she challenged the gym, Diamond talked to her mother on the Vidphone.

"Are you angry at me for standing up to you?" Diamond asked.

"I was annoyed." Spoiled Rich answered. "But, I realized that you've grown into a fine young lady. Ready to make her own decisions. I guess your father is right sending you off to Kanto. You're becoming quite the Pokémon trainer."

This made Diamond smile. Then, Spoiled asked for a favor. "Can you step back so I can see your full outfit?"

Diamond stepped back. When Spoiled looked at her farmer girl outfit, she was impressed. "Now, that's the cutest outfit you ever wore. All that ensemble is missing is a straw hat, and a countryside background."

This made the young lady feel much happier.

End of Flashback

Diamond feels very good knowing her mother approves the clothing she's been wearing. Even her decision to be like a barefoot tomboy. The trio of friends exited the tunnel, they see their decision.

"There it is, guys." Babs announced. "Vermillion City!"

"The docking space of the S. S. Anne." Silver added.

"And, the home of my 3rd gym battle." Diamond finished.

As they head for the city, Holly Prema watched behind a tree.

"I knew if I waited long enough," Holly said to herself, "I see Diamond Tiara and her rag tag crew." She then takes out a Poké Ball. "Let's see if I can teach her a lesson."

The girls were in the Pokémon Center. Their Pokémon were engaged in tough battles and are being healed. After the healing was over, they stepped out, and made their way to the dock. They see the luxury ship that was talked about.

"So, this is the S. S. Anne." Diamond said proudly. "This ship IS luxurious."

Just then, Holly Prema came by to encounter the trio of friends.

"Thinking of boarding that ship, Diamond Tiara?" Holly said cruelly. "They'll never let you and your crew aboard!" She then takes out a Poké Ball. "This is how people want to treat you. Come out, Vanillish. And, use Icy Wind!"

A Vanillish pops out a blew a breath of cold air to Diamond. She was shivering as Holly recalled Vanillish, and walks off. Babs and Silver were annoyed by this.

"Talk about being cold hearted." Silver said.

Diamond agreed as she tries to recover from the cold. "V-v-very c-cold indeed."

End of Chapter 10

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Pikachu
Bulbasaur
Geodude
Vulpix

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Squirtle
Venonat

11. All Aboard the S. S. Anne

Author's Note

It is time to set sail aboard the S. S. Anne.

11. All Aboard the S. S. Anne

Inside the Pokémon Center in Vermillion City, Diamond Tiara wraps herself in a blanket, recovering from that icy attack Holly Prema unleashed on her using her Vanillish. Nurse Joy brings her a hot chocolate to warm up.

"How are you feeling?" Nurse Joy asked.

"I'm starting to feel better." Diamond replied. "The chills are starting to go away."

Diamond starts to sip her hot chocolate as Eevee gets comfortable on her lap. She looks down and pets her little Pokémon friend. Babs Seed and Silver Spoon comes along to join her.

"We just got word that the Captain of that ship isn't feeling so good." Silver said.

"That's a shame." Diamond replied. "I wonder if we can help him out once we get on that ship."

"Speaking of making one feel better," Babs said, "how are YOU doing?"

"The chill is almost gone. Once I'm done with my hot chocolate, it's all aboard for us."

Nurse Joy walks in with some clothes in her hands. "I have a very appropriate outfit for your travels on the S. S. Anne. I've been wanting to get rid of this for a while."

The next day, the three girls walk up to the ship. Diamond wore a navy blue sailor outfit with white platform shoes.

"That's the cutest outfit I've seen you in, Diamond." Silver complimented.

"You should see me in the farmer clothing the Apple Family gave me." Diamond replied.

The girls walked up to the gangplank, showed a sailor their tickets, and went aboard. They were amazed with the size of this vessel.

"Not going barefoot this time, Diamond?" Babs noticed.

"There's a time and place for everything." Diamond explained. "When it comes to my barefoot tomboy attitude I developed, this is NOT the right time."

"I get it. You got to show that you still have class."

"That's right, Babs. Let's start exploring."

As the trio explore the ship, they often get challenged by passengers. Silver Spoon gets challenged by a gentleman with a horse with a firey mane and tall.

Ponyta, the Fire Horse Pokémon. Diamond's Pokédex informed. It's firey mane won't burn those who it trusts.

Silver calls for her Squirtle. The gentleman was not amused. "That Squirtle is too small. Ponyta, Ember!"

Ponyta breaths out fire. Silver reacts. "Squirtle, use Withdraw!"

Squirtle ducks in its shell just as the fire hits it. Silver follows it up. "Now, use Water Gun!"

Popping back out, Squirtle blows water at Ponyta. The gentleman was shocked. "My goodness. I'll never misjudge the size of a Pokémon again."

In another cabin, Diamond was challenged by a sailor with a Slowpoke. Diamond calls for Bulbasaur. The sailor laughs, thinking it's an easy win. "Slowpoke, Confusion."

Slowpoke's eyes started glowing. Diamond quickly reacted. "Bulbasaur, use Leech Seed!"

Bulbasaur launched seeds onto Slowpoke. As it's energy is drained, Diamond struck hard. "Okay, Bulbasaur, Vine Whip!"

The Seed Pokémon struck hard onto Slowpoke. The sailor apologized for mocking Bulbasaur. Suddenly, Bulbasaur started to glow.

"Looks like Bulbasaur is evolving." Silver noticed.

When the glowing stopped, Bulbasaur grew with it's bulb opening to reveal a red bulb.

"My Bulbasaur evolved into an Ivysaur!" Diamond cheered as she checks her Pokédex.

Ivysaur, the Seed Pokémon and the evolved form of Bulbasaur. The Pokédex said. The red bulb on it's back gives off a pleasant scent.

The girls continued to explore the ship, battling passengers and strengthening their Pokémon. Soon, they ran into Zephyr Breeze.

"Ahoy, girls." Zephyr greeted.

"Hi, Zephyr." Diamond replied. "Enjoying the ship?"

"You bet. I heard talk that the captain isn't feeling so good. Maybe you guys can help out." He then takes out a Poké Ball. "First, let's see how you improved, Diamond. Go, Pidgeotto!"

A Pidgeotto popped out. Babs looked at it with interest. "So, his Pidgey evolved."

"Let's go, Pikachu!" Diamond called out.

Pikachu came ready for battle. Zephyr made the first move. "Pidgeotto, Wing Attack!"

Pidgeotto zipped down with it's wings glowing. Diamond reacted fast, "Dodge, then use Thundershock."

After avoiding the attack, Pikachu fired a lightning blast to Pidgeotto. Everybody noticed that this electric blast is stronger than usual.

"Thundershock nothing." Zephyr said as he recalls his defeated Pokémon. "I think Pikachu learned Thunderbolt."

Everybody cheered. Zephyr made his next choice. "But, that still won't work well against this. Go, Oddish."

Oddish pops out to fight. Diamond recalls Pikachu. Then, calls her next Pokémon.

"The moment it shows up," Zephyr said, "use Poison Powder!"

Oddish unleashed a purple cloud on the Pokémon. Zephyr got shocked when it turned out to be a Pidgeotto. Diamond noticed that Pidgeotto was poisoned. And, she has to finish this quick. "Pidgeotto, use Wing Attack!"

Pidgeotto dive bombed Oddish. After it was hit, Zephyr recalled Oddish and called for his last Pokémon. "Go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu came out, sparking with energy. Diamond recalled Pidgeotto, and sent in her last Pokémon. "Let's go, Eevee!"

Eevee ran from the other girls and is set to face Pikachu.

"Pikachu," Zephyr called out, "use Thunder Wave!"

Pikachu fired some electricity, hoping to paralyze Eevee. Diamond reacted quickly. "Dodge it, then use Quick Attack!"

Eevee avoided the sparks of electricity, and struck Pikachu quick and hard.

"Follow it up with Double Kick!" Diamond called out.

Eevee kicked Pikachu with added strength. After Pikachu fainted, Zephyr recalled his partner. "Man, Diamond. You improved."

"You BOTH did good." A male voice said.

Everybody turned and saw Gary Oak. Seems that he watching the battle.

"Gary!" Diamond gasped. "You were watching?"

"I did." Gary replied. "You two gave it you all. Including you, Zephyr Breeze. Keep up your training."

"Hey. Thanks, Gary." Zephyr cheered. "It's not everyday that anybody gets praised by the grandson of Professor Oak."

"Well, I got to go. Later, friends."

As Gary leaves, Zephyr turns to Diamond and company. "I better get going myself. Later, DT."

Zephyr heads out. Silver looks inside one of the doors. "Hey, guys. I think these are the Captain's quarters."

The group walked in, and saw that the captain was indeed sick. Diamond approached him and rubbed his back to comfort him. Soon, the captain recovered.

"Thanks, my friend." The captain said. "Now, I'm no longer seasick."

"I'm glad to help." Diamond happily replied.

The captain looked at Eevee with interest. "This Eevee has potential. I can teach it a special technique."

The girls were a little confused. Soon, the captain showed the girls a vine patch. "Watch carefully, everyone. This is a technique called 'Chop Down'."

The captain chopped down the patch. Eevee watched carefully. Soon, Eevee walked up to another patch of vines, and quickly chopped it down. Everybody was impressed with it."

"That's great, Eevee." Diamond said while cuddling her friend. "You learned 'Chop Down'."

Everybody clapped for Eevee. The captain made an announcement. "Now that I feel much better, the S. S. Anne shall set sail."

That's a cute for Diamond and her friends to leave. Later, the girls and Eevee watched the luxury ship sail off. Suddenly, a female voice calls to them. "Diamond Tiara. Hello, there."

Everybody turned and saw that the voice belonged to Diamond's mother, Spoiled Rich. Diamond Tiara got nervous. What is Spoiled doing here? Has the brutal Holly Prema influenced her to be mean to her daughter again. Or, is she here for another reason?

We'll find out in our next episode.

End of Chapter 11

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude
Vulpix

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Squirtle
Venonat

12. The Elegant Tomboy vs. The Lightning American

Author's Note

And now, Diamond's third gym battle. This time, against a tough soldier.

12. The Elegant Tomboy vs. The Lightning American

After the girls watched the S. S, Anne sail away from Vermillion City, they were surprised to see Diamond Tiara's mother, Spoiled Rich, greeting them.

"What are you doing here, mother?" Diamond asked nervously, "Have you come to take me back home?"

"Don't panic, my dear." Spoiled answered. "Me and your father needed some time off from our usual activities. So, we decided to come to Kanto for a rest. I learned that you're here in Vermillion City. So, we figured to visit you to see how you fare as a trainer."

This made Diamond breathe a sigh of relief. She's very happy that her parents are here to support her. Later, at the Pokémon Center, Diamond laid down on her bed wearing a blue long sleeve nightgown. She felt happy knowing her friends AND family are here to watch her gym battle.

The next day, Diamond walks up to the Vermillion City wearing the outfit her father gave her. Her parents came along to watch her fight.

"I do like that outfit you chose for her, Filthy." Spoiled Rich said to her husband.

"I'm glad you appreciate my selection." Filthy replied. "I'm surprised she decided to go barefoot here."

"Well, Diamond has seen pictures of barefoot tomboys online. I guess she wanted to go with THAT crowd for this journey."

Everybody entered the Vermillion City gym. Soldiers looked at the group when they heard a rough make voice shout. "Atten-HUT!"

The soldiers stood tall as a tall man with short blond hair and wearing a military uniform stepped forward.

"Lieutenant Surge, I presume." Filthy Rich said.

"That's correct, sir." Lt. Surge answered. "They call me the Lightning American! I braved many a battle. I strike hard like a thunderstorm. And, I leave my opponent shocked to their very core!" He then looked at the girls as Eevee shook under Diamond. "Now, which of you dames come to challenge me to a three on three battle?"

Diamond stepped forward. "I'm you opponent, Lt. Surge, sir!"

Lt. Surge is impressed with Diamond's attitude. Especially, after she gave him a salute. "You got guts, miss. I like that! Prepare for battle!"

Minutes later, Mr. and Mrs. Rich and the girls watch from the bleachers.

"I'll bet Diamond is happy she found a laundromat here in town." Silver said. "Guess she doesn't want to have those clothes stink up the place."

On the battle field, Lt. Surge addressed his opponent. "Are you ready, Diamond Tiara?"

"Ready when you are, sir." Diamond replied proudly.

"Very well, soldier. Here's your first opponent. Voltorb, attention!"

Out popped what looks like a Poké Ball with eyes on it. Spoiled Rich recognized the object. "That's a Voltorb, the Ball Pokémon."

Diamond Tiara studies this Pokémon. Voltorb, the Ball Pokémon. Often shocks people who mistakes it for a Poké Ball."

Diamond chooses her first Pokémon. "Let's go, Ivysaur!"

Ivysaur comes out. Standing by her side, Eevee watches with interest.

"Let's do this, Voltorb." Surge called out. "Use Sonic Boom!"

Voltorb unleashed sound waves at Ivysaur. The attack wasn't that effective. Diamond makes her move. "Ivysaur, use Leech Seed!"

Ivysaur fired a seed at Voltorb. The vines tangled Voltorb and drained it's energy. After being recharged, Ivysaur suddenly unleashed a bunch of leaves at it's opponent.

"Wow!" Babs gasped. "That's Razor Leaf!"

The impact of Razor Leaf caused Voltorb to faint.

"Voltorb is unable to battle." A soldier acting as referee announced. "Ivysaur wins!"

"Yes!" Diamond cheered. "Good work, Ivysaur!"

"Voltorb, return." Surge said as he recalls his Pokémon. He chooses his next one. "Grass moves won't work on your second opponent. Magnemite, attention!"

Out pops a silver orb with magnets on each side. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex. Magnemite, the Magnet Pokémon. They float using electromagnetic waves.

Thinking of what Surge said, Diamond made a decision. "Ivysaur, return." Diamond chooses her next opponent. "Let's go, Vulpix!"

When Vulpix comes out, the soldiers started to laugh. They soon made fun of Diamond's decision.

"That's enough!" Surge commanded. He then turns to his opponent. "I apologize. My soldiers think that pretty looking Pokémon are not fighters."

"I'll prove everyone wrong." Diamond replied. "Vulpix, Ember."

Vulpix fired a burst of flame. Surge reacted. "Dodge it. Then, use Thundershock."

After avoided the flame, Magnemite fired a small shock at Vulpix. After seeing that her fox Pokémon is okay, Diamond makes her move. "Vulpix, use Confuse Ray."

Vulpix's eyes glowed, and Magnemite suddenly goes loopy. Surge got worried as Diamond strikes. "Vulpix, use Ember. Rapid shots!"

Vulpix fired a barrage if Embers at Magnemite. With fire based moves super effective against steel types, Magnemite soon fainted.

"Magnemite is unable to battle." The soldier announced. "Vulpix wins!"

Diamond's family and friends cheered as Lt. Surge recalled Magnemite.

"I salute your knowledge, Miss Tiara." Surge said. "Knowing Magnemite is also a steel type, it would be vulnerable to fire attacks."

"Thank you, sir." Diamond replied.

"Here is your final opponent. Stop this if you can. Raichu, attention!"

Coming out is a large orange rodent with curly tpears and a long tail with a bolt on the end.

"That's a Raichu!" Babs gasped. "Pikachu's evolved form."

Diamond's Pokédex comes alive with information. Raichu, the Mouse Pokémon and the evolved form of Pikachu. When charged up, it can attack anything. Including it's trainer.

"Can you still battle, Vulpix?" Diamond asked.

Vulpix mods. Surge quickly makes his move. "Raichu, don't give Vulpix a chance. Use Thunderbolt!"

Raichu unleashed an electrical attack so strong, Vulpix got knocked out.

"That's more like it!" One of the soldiers shouted from the stands.

"Vulpix is unable to battle." The ref announced. "Raichu wins!"

The soldiers cheered as Diamond recalls her Vulpix. The young maiden makes her next move. "Back to action, Ivysaur."

Ivysaur returns. But, Surge makes another quick move. "No you don't, Ivysaur. Raichu, Quick Attack!"

Raichu zipped like a bullet. Diamond thought quickly. "Dodge, then use Leech Seed!"

After barely dodging the Quick Attack, Ivysaur fired a Leech Seed at Raichu. Even though it connected, Raichu is still fighting.

"Ivysaur," Diamond called out, "Vine Whip!"

As the vines extended, Surge made a move. "Raichu, use Thunderbolt on those vines!"

Raichu fired a bolt at the vines, causing the electricity to travel to Ivysaur. The Seed Pokémon soon fainted.

"Ivysaur is unable to battle." The ref announced. "Raichu wins!"

The soldiers cheered for their leader. Soon, every soldier sounds like they're mocking Diamond. Her family and friends are getting annoyed.

"Silence!" Surge yelled. "Do not mock my opponent! Besides, I think she has one Pokémon left to battle with."

"Probably that weak looking Eevee!" One of the soldiers shouted meanly.

Diamond took out a Poké Ball, and she sees her Eevee being upset as the soldier continues to laugh at it.

"Nobody causes trouble for any of my friends." Diamond said. "Let's go, Geodude!"

Geodude comes out. Diamond makes her first move. "Geodude, use Mud Sport."

The Rock Pokémon splattered mud all over Raichu, weakening it's electric moves.

"Not a bad maneuver." Surge said. "But, here's my answer to rock types. Raichu, Double Kick!"

Raichu rushed in to kick Geodude. But, Diamond reacted fast. "Quick, Geodude. Rock Throw!"

Geodude made a rock appear and bashed Raichu when it got close. Because it became exhausted from fighting Ivysaur and Vulpix, Raichu soon fainted.

"Raichu is unable to battle." The ref announced. "Geodude wins. The winner of this gym battle is Diamond Tiara!"

Diamond's family and friends cheered for her victory. Lt. Surge recalled Raichu, and approached his opponent.

"Impressive battle we had, Miss Tiara." Surge complimented. "I do apologize for my soldiers' actions. They seem to get a kick from criticizing Pokémon who they think are weak."

The soldiers bowed to Diamond in respect for her victory. Surge then held up a red octagon with yellow points on the eight sides. "To prove you defeated me in a fair battle, I give to you the Thunder Badge."

After receiving her badge, Diamond felt very proud. "Thank you, Lt. Surge, sir."

Everybody applauded Diamond's respect for the gym leader. Meanwhile, one of the soldiers snuck away, and met up with the vicious Holly Prema.

"I thought you can get the other soldiers to have Diamond Tiara lose faith in herself!" Holly huffed.

"I tried, ma'am." The soldier replied nervously. "But, nobody can ignore the words of our lieutenant."

This got Holly a little worried. "Oh boy. How will MY leader react to this?"

End of Chapter 12

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude
Vulpix

BABS SEED
Charmander
Spearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Squirtle
Venonat

13. Eevee Learns a New Special Move

Author's Note

After talking to her parents, Diamond witnesses Eevee learning a new special move.

13. Eevee Learns a New Special Move

Diamond talked to her family the day after her gym battle against Lt. Surge.

"You're leaving for home?" Diamond asked.

"That we are, princess." Filthy Rich replied. "We and all of Canterlot will be rooting for you."

Spoiled Rich sees something is missing. "Where are your traveling companions?"

"Babs and Silver went down Route 11 to do some training of their own." Diamond replied.

"Well, to each their own. I hope you like the clothes I gave you."

"I certainly do."

Diamond is wearing a denim blue shirt and Capri jeans. These clothes were chosen by Spoiled. The family hugged each other.

"Good bye, Mother and Father." Diamond said with tears in her eyes. "Have a safe trip back."

"Good bye, honey." Filthy said. "Keep up the good work."

So, they left. Soon after that, Babs Seed and Silver Spoon came back.

"Hi, guys." Diamond greeted. "How's your training coming along?"

"It's going great." Silver answered as she and Babs held up their Poké Balls. "Have a look."

Out popped two new Pokémon. A big red lizard and a turtle with fluffy ears. Diamond uses her Pokédex on the red lizard first. Charmeleon, the Flame Pokémon and the evolved form of Charmander. The flame on it's tail burns very hot during battle. Then, on the turtle. Wartortle, the Turtle Pokémon and the evolved form of Squirtle. It's tail gets darker when it ages.

"Oh wow!" Diamond praised. "You guys have been busy."

Babs looked at Diamond's current outfit. "Did your mom and dad give you those clothes?"

"Yes, they did. A great addition to my wardrobe."

The girls returned to the Pokémon Center where they looked at the map of Kanto.

"According to the map," Silver said, "we should explore Diglett's Cave."

"Diglett?" Diamond said. "The Mole Pokémon?"

"You guessed it."

After Silver Spoon and Babs Seed's Pokémon were healed, the girls went off to continue their travels. Elsewhere, in a cavern outside of town, Holly Prema was tied up as the evil shadow came to her.

"That Diamond Tiara is not influenced by your propaganda." The voice is telling her. "Up your game, and STOP HER PROGRESS!"

"Trust me, sir." Holly replied nervously. "I'm doing my best."

Then, two hands grabbed her and lifted her up as the voice gets angry. "I'll never leave you alone until Diamond Tiara returns to her snobbish lifestyle. THAT'S AN ORDER!"

The hands dropped her on the floor. She looks at her leader with tears in her eyes. "As you wish, sir."

Meanwhile, Diamond and her friends are in Diglett's Cave, looking around. Suddenly, a brown rounded mole popped out, and Eevee got shocked. Diamond studied this critter.

Diglett, the Mole Pokémon. The Pokédex said. When Diglett moves along the ground, the soil becomes fertile, suitable for farming.

Diamond took out a Poké Ball. "I can use a ground type. Poké Ball, GO!"

The ball connected, and absorbed Diglett. The ball shook, then clicked. Suddenly, the Poké Ball vanished.

"Huh?" Silver gasped. "Where did that Poké Ball go?"

"Probably to Professor Oak." Diamond replied. "Along with another Pokémon."

"You caught another Pokémon?" Babs asked.

"Yes. After I healed my Pokémon yesterday, I saw this unusual Pokémon at the Route where you two trained. I'll show you what I caught later."

As the girls and Eevee exited the Diglett's Cave, they realized that they're back at Route 2.

"This takes me back to when I started." Diamond said. "It was a short route that lead me to the Viridian Forest. That's where I caught Bulbasaur."

Just then, they heard a male voice calling to them. "Diamond, Silver, Babs, over here."

They came to a small house where a man with black hair and a lab coat was waiting.

"I'm one of Professor Oak's assistants." The man said. "I heard that Eevee learned the secret technique: Chop Down."

"That he did." Diamond replied as she petted Eevee.

"Friends, I have another special technique Eevee can learn. Follow me."

The crew followed the man into the house. He gave the girls an explanation.

"This special technique is called Light Up." The lab assistant said. "With this move, your Pokémon can light up any dark place."

"How does it work?" Babs asked.

"I'll show you."

The man turns out the light. The girls waited for a bit. Then, the room shined bright again.

"WOW!" All three girls gasped.

"Okay, Eevee." The lab assistant said. "Now, it's your turn."

He turns off the lights again and talked to Eevee. "Now, concentrate, breathe deeply, and shine the light in here."

After a few seconds, the room shined bright again. Everybody clapped for Eevee.

"Congratulations, Eevee." Diamond praised. "You now learned TWO secret techniques,"

Eevee felt proud of that moment. When the crew left the house, they saw Zephyr Breeze waiting for them.

"Hey, Zephyr." Babs said happily. "What brings you here?"

"Hi, girls." Zephyr greeted. "I heard that Eevee learned Light up too."

"That he did, Zephyr." Diamond replied. "I'm so proud of him."

"Well, I know how that technique can be put to good use. Let's all head back to Cerulean City. I'll explain there."

So, the girls and Eevee went with Zephyr back to Cerulean City. When they arrived, he gave them an explanation. "Down at the end of Route 9 is a place called Rock Tunnel. That tunnel leads to Lavender Town. And, this is where we part company."

"No challenging me to a Pokémon battle this time?" Diamond asked.

"Nah. I need to improve my Pokémon before taking you on again. But, here's a little gift for you guys." He gives the girls a chunk of amber. "This is some Old Amber a guy gave me when I revisited Pewter City. I have no need of it. So, you girls might as well have it. Later."

As Zephyr leaves the area, the girls looked at this chunk of Amber. What secret does this contain. That's a story for another time. Right now, the girls are preparing to head for Rock Tunnel.

End of Chapter 13

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude
Vulpix

At Oak's Lab
Diglett
?????

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Spearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venonat

14. The Rock Tunnel Route

Author's Note

Somebody discusses about what Holly Prema is doing disrupting Diamond's travels. And, doesn't like the circumstances.

14. The Rock Tunnel Route

At the Pokémon Center at Cerulean City, Diamond Tiara and her friends were looking at the Map app on Babs' phone while it charges.

"The Rock Tunnel leads us to a place called Lavender Town." Babs said.

"I heard of Lavender Town." Silver said with concern. "It has a tower that serves as a cemetery where deceased Pokémon rest in peace."

This made Eevee shiver in fear. Diamond cuddles her little friend. "Don't worry, Eevee. We'll keep you safe."

Later, the girls got ready and headed out. They come upon a bunch of branches that block their path.

"Okay, Eevee." Diamond said. "Cut those branches!"

Eevee cut the branches, and the team headed out. Soon, they confronted a bug catcher, he sent out a Venonat. But, Babs sent out her Spearow. This battle was fierce. But, Spearow's Peck attack finished off the Venonat.

"Good work, Spearow." Babs praised.

At that moment, Spearow started to glow. The girls watched as Spearow's wings and beak grew. When the glowing ended, Spearow was replaced by a bigger brown bird with large wings, a long beak, and red feathers on it's head.

"Spearow evolved into a Fearow." Diamond gasped as she grabs her Pokédex.

Fearow, the Beak Pokémon and the evolved form of Spearow. The Pokédex said. With it's magnificent wings, it can fly all day without getting tired.

Babs Seed felt happy. "Congratulations , Fearow,"

Fearow squawked happily . Silver Spoon sees a cave. "Look, you guys. I think that's Rock Tunnel."

The girls went over to the cave. Sure enough, that's where they have to go.

"There's a Pokémon Center near this tunnel." Diamond noticed. "Let's heal up our Pokémon before entering."

Meanwhile, in another location, the elegant couple of Jet Set and Upper Crust are enjoying a quiet lunch. They're also discussing about other subjects.

"I hear from Spoiled Rich that her daughter is on a Pokémon journey here in Kanto." Upper Crust said.

"Indeed." Jet Set replied. "Diamond Tiara wants to prove that she doesn't have to follow in her mother's footsteps all of the time. This experience as a Pokémon trainer is doing her good."

"Did you see some of the pictures Spoiled showed us?"

"I have. Personally, her own takes of the barefoot tomboy is impressive. Especially that farmer girl good. Kudos to the Apple Family for those clothes."

Upper Crust soon had a terrifying thought. "What about that young lady: Holly Prema? She's been going around trying to get Diamond to return to her snobbish ways again."

"I feel somebody is pulling her strings." Jet Set figured. "Once we find this damsel, we will get to the bottom of this mystery."

The couple shake hands in agreement. In the meantime, Diamond Tiara and company healed their Pokémon, and entered the Rock Tunnel.

"Man, it's so dark in here, I can't see nothing!" Babs protested.

"Babs is right." Silver added. "The darkness makes places like this more spooky."

Diamond spoke up. "Okay, Eevee. Use 'Light Up'!"

Eevee generated power to light up the cave. The tunnel is enormous. Silver noticed that Diamond has her sneakers on.

"Getting a little tired of going barefoot, Diamond?" Silver asked.

"Not really." Diamond answered. "But, the grounds of any cave might make it a little difficult. I might step on sharp rocks that could cut my feet open."

"That makes sense." Babs added.

They look around the cavern they see Geodudes, Zubats, and a bigger bat. Silver Spoon spotted the bat. "That looks like Zubat's evolved form: Golbat."

Diamond's Pokédex comes alive. Golbat, the bat Pokémon and the evolved form of Zubat. When it's full of blood, it may fly a little more difficult.

Then, they saw what looks like a stone rhino.

"That's a Rhyhorn." Babs noticed as Diamond gets her Pokédex ready.

Rhyhorn, the Spikes Pokémon. Said the Pokédex. When it charges to something, it doesn't stop for anything.

Silver Spoon approached it carefully with a blue ball with red stripes on it.

"This Great Ball should catch it." Silver Said as she tosses it to Rhyhorn. "Great Ball, GO!"

The Great Ball connected and absorbed the Rhyhorn. It shook before it clicked.

"Great catch, Silver." Diamond praised.

At that moment, a karate man stepped in. "Which of you would like to battle me?"

Diamond stepped up. "I'll take you on."

"Then, let us battle. Go, Machop!"

Out pops a kid sized creature with a muscular body. Diamond learns of this critter.

Machop, the Superpower Pokémon. The Pokédex said. It trains a lot to develop it's muscles.

Diamond sends in her Pokémon. Everybody was shocked when she brought out a yellow and brown tapir type beast.

"It's a Drowzee!" Babs noticed.

"Drowzee?" Silver gasped. "The Hypnosis Pokémon?"

The Karate man wasn't amused. "I'm not afraid. Machop, Karate Chop!"

Machop gave a quick chop to Drowzee's head. But, bring a psychic type, Drowzee wasn't affected that much. This made the Karate man upset. "Let's try this. Seismic Toss!"

As Machop got close, Diamond unleashed a surprise. "Drowzee, use Poison Gas!"

Drowzee blew a purple smoke on Machop. When poison kicked in, Diamond followed it up. "Now, Psybeam!"

Drowzee fired a beam of psychic energy. Between that and the poison, Machop quickly fainted. The Karate man recalled the Machop and quietly walked away. "Never underestimate my opponent. I'll remember that for next time."

Later, the girls exited the cavern. And, there was Lavender Town in sight. Diamond played back the information about Drowzee on her Pokédex. Drowzee, the Hypnosis Pokémon. Like the legendary Tapir, it can eat dreams. And, it's very happy when it rpeats a very good dream.

"Which Pokémon did you exchange to have Drowzee?" Babs asked.

"I asked Professor Oak to exchange Drowzee for Pikachu." Diamond said. "He is very pleased with how I raise my Pokémon."

Silver giggled seeing Eevee snuggling up to Diamond. "You must be a good trainer if Eevee still likes you."

The girls had a good laugh as they head for Lavender Town. And, the next leg of Diamond Tiara's Pokémon journey.

End of Chapter 14

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Ivysaur
Geodude
Vulpix
Drowzee

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Diglett

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venonat
Rhyhorn

15. All Along the Pokémon Tower

As the trio entered Lavender Town, they saw a little creature wearing a skull.

"That's a Cubone." Silver noticed.

Diamond Tiara's Pokédex provided some useful information. Cubone, the Lonely Pokémon. It wears the skull of its mother to mourn her passing.

They soon saw Zephyr following Cubone into the Tower. Inside the Pokémon Center, the girls wait for their Pokémon to heal.

"I wonder why Zephyr followed Cubone into that creepy tower." Diamond said.

"Maybe that Cubone lost someone to the afterlife as well." Babs replied. "And, Zephyr followed it in to comfort him."

"You know, Babs, that's a good thought. Let's see if we can help out."

A kind old woman soon approached Diamond and company. "Are you heading for the tower to show respect to those who passed on?"

"Yes, we are." Silver replied.

"Bless your kind hearts." She then looked at Diamond with interest. "I have a good outfit for you so you can show respect."

Later, the girls entered the tower. Diamond wore a black vest over a white shirt, gray skirt just over the knees, and black platform shoes.

"I think your mom would love you in that outfit, Diamond." Silver said.

"You might be right." Diamond replied. "Now, if only this skirt can match my hair."

Everybody laughed. Curious, Diamond took off one of her shoes and stepped on the floor. She quickly put her shoe back on. "Whoa. That floor is cold."

The girls started exploring the towers. They saw a lot of strange things that looked like ghosts. They started to get nervous. Eevee was equally scared. As they entered the third floor, they were met by Zephyr Breeze

"What are you three doing here?" Zephyr wondered. "Don't tell me any if your Pokémon are gone?"

Zephyr started to get nervous. But, Diamond assured him that everything is fine.

"That's a relief." Zephyr said with relief. "Let's find out with a Pokémon battle. Go, Pidgeotto!"

Pidgeotto comes out. Diamond comes with a counter. "Let's go, Vulpix."

This shocks Zephyr. "Yo, where's your Pikachu?"

"With Professor Oak." Diamond replied. "I traded Pikachu for a Drowzee I caught earlier."

"Not a wise choice, girl. Pidgeotto, use Wing Attack!"

As Pidgeotto prepared to strike, Diamond makes her move. "Vulpix, use Confuse Ray!"

Vulpix's eyes glowed. Suddenly, Pidgeotto got confused. This worried Zephyr when Pidgeotto flew around in a dizzy state. "Oh no!"

"Okay, Vulpix." Diamond called out. "Use Fire Spin!"

Vulpix unleashed a firey tornado to engulf Pidgeotto. Causing it to faint.

"Pidgeotto, return." Zephyr said. He then takes out another Poké Ball. "Try this on for size. Go, Gloom!"

Out pops a round plant creature with red bulbs and leaves. Interested, Diamond pulls out her Pokédex.

Gloom, the Weed Pokémon and the evolved form of Oddish. Said the Pokédex. Gloom has a bad reputation of having a stinky smell. But, not when it's relaxed.

Thinking Vulpix might not stand a chance, Diamond recalled Vulpix, and called for her own Pidgeotto.

"Evolved form to evolved form." Diamond said. "This is my kind of battle."

"Not after this!" Zephyr said with authority. "Gloom, use Stun Spore!"

Gloom fired a strange cloud to cover Pidgeotto. This scared Diamond. Zephyr followed it up, "Now, use Mega Drain!"

As Gloom readied to drain Pidgeotto, Diamond called to her faithful Pokémon. "Try dodging it."

Even though paralyzed, Pidgeotto avoided the Mega Drain. Diamond felt better. "Time to use Wing Attack!"

Shaking off the stiff feeling, Pidgeotto struck down on Gloom. Zephyr recalled the Weed Pokémon, and prepared a surprise. "Okay, DT. Here's my secret weapon! Go, Raichu!"

The sight of Raichu shocked everybody.

"A Raichu?" Babs gasped. "How?!"

"You'll find out later." Zephyr said. "Raichu, THUNDERBOLT!"

Raichu unleashed a powerful lightning bolt. Being a flying type, Pidgeotto got hit super hard, and fainted.

"Pidgeotto, return." Diamond said sadly.

The girls wonder how will Diamond defeat that Raichu. Then, she chose her Pokémon. "Let's go, Geodude!"

Zephyr smirked when he saw the Rock Pokémon. "Even Geodude's Rock Throw won't scratch Raichu."

"Then, try this. Geodude, use Rock Slide!"

Geodude unleashed an avalanche of rocks. The boulders pummeled Raichu so fast and hard, Raichu fainted.

"Looks like you upped your game too." Zephyr said as he recalled his Raichu. "You know, I feel bad for that little Cubone. He can't seem to find his mother. Only these creepy ghosts."

"I know." Silver said with fear. "This tower gives me the creeps."

"Well, I hope you can sort out this ghostly mess. Later."

Zephyr left, probably scared of the ghosts. On one of the floors, the girls and Eevee were standing on a field of light.

"Good thing we were told about this purification field." Diamond said with relief. "This should heal our Pokémon good."

"I'm glad we avoided these channelers." Babs said. "They look like they're possessed. But, by what?"

"We'll figure that out later. Right now, let's keep moving."

The crew went up another floor. They soon we're confronted by a large ghost like creature. Eevee got really scared. Getting the idea, the girls cautiously left the Tower.

"Now, that was scary." Silver said. "Look at poor Eevee."

Diamond cuddled Eevee, hopefully to calm him down. Babs soon saw something ahead of them. "Speaking of scary, look!"

Eevee and the girls spotted the trio of Jessie, James, and Meowth. Also known as Team Rocket.

"I wish that tower wasn't so haunted." James said nervously. "Then, we could find that Mr. Fuji character."

"Never mind that for now." Jessie said. "Let's head back to our hideout in Celadon City."

Soon, they saw that Cubone that was looking for something in the tower. Meowth figured out something. "I think this Cubone is looking for his mother."

This gives the villains an idea.

"You're looking for your mother, little one?" James asked.

"We'll be glad to take you to her." Jessie said.

As the Cubone started to hop happily, Diamond Tiara and company confronted them.

"Stop right there, Team Rocket!" Diamond demanded.

"Well, well." James said. "Diamond Tiara. Good to see you and your two friends again."

"You're not going to take away that Cubone, you trio of troublemakers."
Silver added.

"That's what you think, Silver Spoon." Meowth replied. "Hit it, James."

James took out a Poké Ball. "Come out, Koffing. And, use Smog!"

Koffing came out, and blew smog at the girls. They made their moves.

"Pidgeotto," Diamond said, "blow this smog away!"

"You too, Fearow." Babs added.

Pidgeotto and Fearow used their wings to blow the smog away. But, everybody saw that Team Rocket and the Cubone were gone.

"Those creeps!" Babs said angrily. "They took Cubone away!"

"At least Eevee is safe." Silver added as Eevee is in her arms. "What do we do now, Diamond?"

"From what I overheard," Diamond replied, "they have a hideout in Celadon City. Let's find those crooks!"

"What about this outfit you're wearing?"

Diamond took off her shoes and put them in her backpack. "I'll leave it on for now. Come on!"

With that, Diamond and her friends head out to Celadon City to rescue Cubone from Team Rocket.

End of Chapter 15

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Ivysaur
Geodude
Vulpix
Drowzee

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Diglett

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venonat
Rhyhorn

Author's Note

Next time, the heroes head for Team Rocket's hideout in Celadon City. And, meet their leader.

16. No Time for Games

As the girls make their way through a tunnel that leads to Route 7, they and Eevee are very angry at Team Rocket. They had the nerve to trick a little Cubone to go with them. As they exited the tunnel, they see a city in view.

"That must be Celadon City." Diamond said. "Let's see where Team Rocket is hiding."

"First," Babs interrupted, "Let's heal our Pokémon. Routes 8 and 7 were not easy with all of those trainers around."

"Good idea, Babs. Let's make our plans in the Pokémon Center."

The girls made their way into the Pokémon Center. After their Pokémon were healed. They decided to look around. At one area of the city, they saw a place called Rocket Game Corner. This got their attention.

"This couldn't be more obvious if any of us named it." Silver said.

They went in, and saw a Team Rocket thug standing by a poster of a rocket. He then spotted them. "Hey! You dames don't belong here. Get 'em, Zubat!"

As Zubat came out, Silver made her move. "Come out, Venonat. And, use Confusion!"

Venonat came out, and it's eyes glowed. Suddenly, Zubat started to fly frantically. The thug recalled Zubat, and took off.

"Now, let's see what's so special about this poster." Diamond figured.

Diamond touched the poster. They soon heard something moving. That's when they noticed a door opened.

"Hey! A secret passage." Babs said. "Let's see where it goes."

The girls and Eevee cautiously walk down the stairs. They were confronted by a female Team Rocket thug.

"What are you brats doing here?" The lady growled.

"We're here to rescue a Cubone you crooks stole." Diamond replied.

As the girls readied their Poké Balls, the lady told them something shocking in a quiet tone. "Easy there. I'm really a secret agent. I infiltrated this hideout to expose Team Rocket's dirty work."

"Well," Silver said, "this changes things a little."

"You girls are brave to come down here to rescue a Pokémon. But, you'll need to blend in. I have some outfits for you girls."

A couple of minutes later, all three girls game out wearing black shirts with a red 'R' on them. Black skirts, white boots, and black hats to cover some of their hair.

"I'll bring your regular clothes to the Pokémon Center." The woman said. "Good luck."

As the woman leaves, Silver looks at Eevee. "You look cute in that little hat and shirt."

Eevee was in love with the outfit. Diamond gave the girls a command. "Okay, girls. Let's rescue Cubone."

The girls walk around the basement. Many of the thugs just notice the outfits the girls and Eevee are wearing. Nobody notices anything. But, a thug sees the girls, and shouted at them. "You don't look like regular grunts to me. Six 'em, Raticate!"

As soon as Raticate came out, Diamond makes her move. "Let's go, snowflake!"

Babs and Silver were confused. "Snowflake?"

Out pops what looks like a white Vulpix. The thug laughs. "This little runt can't beat a Weedle. Raticate, Hyper Fang!"

Raticate opens it's mouth. Diamond quickly reacted. "Snowflake, use Ice Beam!"

The white Vulpix fired a ray of super cold power that froze Raticate's mouth. The thug got so nervous, he recalled his Pokémon, and ran off. Silver realized something. "That's an Alolan Vulpix."

"Right." Diamond said. "I met this woman who wanted to trade her Alolan Vulpix if I have a regular one. I caught another Vulpix and made the trade."

"Who did you trade this Vulpix for?"

"Ivysaur. If we meet Jessie and James, I want to keep him safe from their poison Pokémon."

Babs sees something on the ground. "Hey, this looks like the key for this elevator."

"Excellent." Diamond cheered. "Now, we can rescue Cubone."

Using the lift key, the trio of friends and Eevee went down the lift, and reached a lower floor. When they reached the floor, they were soon confronted a familiar trio.

"Hello, ladies." Jessie nastily greeted. "You do look good in those outfits."

"Very funny." Diamond replied. "You're not stopping us from rescuing Cubone."

"Well. Instead of that, prepare for trouble. We hold all the cards."

"And, make it double." James added. "You're going down hard."

JESSIE: We're an evil that's as dark as the galaxy.

JAMES: Sent here to ruin your destiny.

MEOWTH: With Meowth. That's me.

JESSIE: To denounce the evils of truth and love.

JAMES: To extend our reach to the stars above.

JESSIE: Jessie!

JAMES: And James!

MEOWTH: Meowth. Now, that's a name.

JESSIE: Wherever there's peace in the universe,

JAMES: Team Rocket...

MEOWTH: is there,

ALL THREE: to make everything worse!

The girls were not caving in. They were ready for action.

"You're not intimidating us, creeps!" Babs said.

"This will say otherwise." Jessie replied. "Go, Arbok!"

Out pops a large lavender cobra as James makes his choice. "You too, Weezing."

James calls for what looks like two Koffings connected. Diamond studies them with her Pokédex. She starts with the cobra. Arbok, the Cobra Pokémon and the evolved form of Ekans. The patterns on it's stomach can confuse it's opponents before they get wrapped up. Then, the Koffing duo. Weezing, the Poison Gas Pokémon and the evolved form of Koffing. The two bodies can cause plenty of stench.

“Looks like these creeps upped their game.” Diamond figured.

"I can handle this." Babs said. "Go, Charmeleon!"

Silver steps in. "Me too. Go, Rhyhorn!"

Charmeleon and Rhyhorn pop out. Jessie strikes first. "Arbok, Poison Sting!"

Arbok fires it's poison darts at Charmeleon. Babs quickly reacted. "Charmeleon, use Flamethrower!"

Charmeleon breathed fire at Arbok. Seeing this, James strikes hard. "Weezing, Sludge attack now!"

Weezing hopes to hit Charmeleon with a sludge splotch. But, Silver Spoon steps in to protect her friend. "Rhyhorn, Horn Attack!"

With it's horn glowing, Rhyhorn rams into Weezing which knocks down Arbok. The two villains recalled their Pokémon.

"Not bad." Jessie admitted. "For a bunch of twerpettes."

"Now, you'll have to face our boss." Meowth said.

"In the meantime," James added, "Team Rocket is blasting off again!"

The three villains leave the scene. After recalling their Pokémon, the girls entered am office. They were met by a black haired man wearing a red suit. And tied to his desk is the captive Cubone.

"So, you're this group of ladies that Jessie and James told me about." The man said. "I am Giovanni, leader of Team Rocket. I assume that you're here to rescue this little Cubone."

"That's right." Diamond replied. "And, we won't let any fiend like you stop us."

"My associates tell me that you are a grand trainer, Miss Tiara. Let's find out." He then calls for a Pokémon. "Come forth, Persian!"

Out pops a slender cat like creature. Diamond studies this cat with her Pokédex. Persian, the Classy Cat Pokémon and the evolved form of Meowth. Sometimes it's hard to make friends with this Pokémon.

Diamond makes her first choice. "Pidgeotto, I choose you!"

As Pidgeotto comes out, Giovanni makes a quick move. "Persian, use Fury Swipes!"

Persian scratches Pidgeotto fast. Diamond strikes back. "Pidgeotto, blow him back with Gust!"

Pidgeotto stirred up a win to blow back Persian. Diamond quickly made her next move. "Now, Wing Attack!"

With it's wings glowing, Pidgeotto struck hard at Persian. Seeing his Persian defeated, Giovanni had it recalled and prepared another Pokémon. "Flying moves won't affect this one. Go, Rhyhorn!"

Seeing Rhyhorn come out, Diamond quickly recalled Pidgeotto. She then had an idea. "Time to shine, Eevee."

Eevee stepped forward. Giovanni was amused.

"What can that little fellow do?" Giovanni asked sarcastically.

"Eevee is more than you realize." Diamond replied.

"I doubt it. Rhyhorn, Horn Attack!"

Rhyhorn charged with it's horn glowing. Diamond made a move. "Eevee, use Sand Attack."

Eevee sent sand against Rhyhorn. It blinded this beast before Eevee was struck. Soon, Diamond acted quickly. "Okay, Eevee. Use Double Kick!"

The little Pokémon rushed in and kicked Rhyhorn hard, causing it to faint. Shocked, Giovanni recalled Rhyhorn.

"This battle has proven one thing." Giovanni said. "I shall never underestimate any opponent. The Cubone is free to go."

Babs soon removed the collar holding Cubone to Giovanni's desk. As the girls leave the office with Cubone, Giovanni got Diamond Tiara's attention.

"You are a formidable opponent, Miss Tiara." Giovanni admitted. "We shall meet again."

Hearing that, Diamond figured to keep up with her training. Later, the girls changed ino their sleepwear as night came to Celadon City.

"I'm so glad to get out of those Team Rocket clothes." Silver said.

"Me too." Babs added. "I wonder where that Cubone went to."

"Probably heading back to Lavender Town. We should check on him in the morning."

"We have something else to do tomorrow before checking on Cubone." Diamond informed.

The other girls were confused. Diamond gives an explanation. "There's a Pokémon Gym here. And, I would like to go for my fourth badge."

Now the girls will be plenty busy the next day. To cheer for Diamond's Gym battle and making sure Cubone is okay.

End of Chapter 16

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Geodude
Vulpix
Drowzee
Alolan Vulpix

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Diglett

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venonat
Rhyhorn

Author's Note

Next time: Gym Battle number 4 for Diamond Tiara.

17. Battle of the Lovely Maidens

Author's Note

Diamond is ready to unleash some surprises in her gym battle at Celadon City.

17. Battle of the Lovely Maidens

A new day comes to Celadon City as Diamond Tiara feeds her Pokémon. She has Ivysaur, Drowzee, Pidgeotto, both forms of Vulpix, and of course, Eevee.

"I heard that the Gym Leader here uses grass Pokémon." Babs said.

"That's why Diamond switched Geodude for Ivysaur." Silver added. "Rock types are weak against grass moves."

Later, Diamond changed into her magenta shirt and overalls with the cuffs rolled up. The girls are impressed.

"Bits of various outfits?" Silver asked.

"I do like to mix things up sometimes." Diamond replied as she rolls up the sleeves of her shirt.

Eevee got her attention. Everybody saw that the Vulpix pair were looking at Diamond's backpack.

"What do you think they want?" Babs asked.

"I think I know." Diamond replied. "Hold Eevee back."

Babs held on to Eevee as Diamond looked through her backpack. She then pulls out a crystal with fire designs on it.

"That looks like a Fire Stone." Silver said. "Must mean Vulpix is ready to evolve."

Diamond places the Fire Stone on Vulpix's head. The stone vanished and Vulpix glowed. The girls watched as Vulpix grew. When the glowing stopped, Vulpix was replaced by a Kitsune type creature with nine glorious tails.

"Vulpix is now a Ninetales." Diamond cheered as she pulls out her Pokédex.

Ninetales, the Fox Pokémon and the evolved form of Vulpix The Pokédex said. It can control fire with psychic abilities.

Diamond looks at her Ninetales, and is in love. She looks at her Alolan Vulpix, and gets the idea. Reaching into her backpack, she pulls out a crystal with ice designs on it.

"Is that an Ice Stone?" Babs asked.

"It sure is." Diamond replied as he places this stone on her Pokémon friend.

The Ice Stone vanishes and the Alolan Vulpix glowed. Vulpix started to grow larger. When the glowing stopped, the Alolan Vulpix has became a snow white fox with fluffy tails.

"No way." Babs gasped. "An Alolan Ninetales."

Diamond's Pokédex gives her useful information. Ninetales, Alolan Form, the Fox Pokémon and the evolved form of Alolan Vulpix. When this Pokémon gets angry, it can freeze any opponent solid.

Looking at both Ninetales, Diamond feels very proud. "My mother would love you two."

Later, the girls arrived at the Celadon City gym. Upon entering, they noticed that it looks like a forest.

"I feel relaxed in this gym." Silver said,

"Me too." Diamond added. "This is the type of environment that's proper for my outfit."

As they were enjoying the gym, a lovely girl with short black hair, and wearing a green kimono walks in. She gives the girls a gentle greeting. "Hello, my friends. Welcome to the Celadon City gym."

The girls were entranced by this woman's appearance.

"That kimono looks so beautiful." Diamond said with honor.

"Thank you." The young lady replied. "It's nice to see someone who respects others, Diamond Tiara."

Hearing her name gave Diamond a shock. "You know about me?"

"I do. I have heard that you came to Kanto to escape your mother's influence. This barefoot farm girl look is a nice change for you. My name is Erika. And, I am the leader of the Celadon City gym."

"My goodness." Silver gasped. "I guess each gym leader is very unique."

"That we are, Silver Spoon." Erika replied as she turns back to Diamond. "Now, I believe you came for a gym battle."

"Yes, I am." Diamond replied. "Do I have to change my outfit?"

"No. This outfit you're wearing is very nice for this environment."

This gave Diamond and company much relief. Later, the two ladies are facing each other in a battle field made so no fire can burn the gym.

"This shall be a three on three Pokémon battle." Erika informed.

"Okay, Erika." Diamond replied. "I'll start with Pidgeotto."

"And, I shall begin with Tangela."

Out pops Pidgeotto and a ball of vines. Diamond learns of this vine creature.

Tangela, the Vine Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Nobody knows what it looks like under all of those vines.

Pidgeotto takes to the air. Erika strikes. "Tangela, Vine Whip!"

Tangela extends it's vines and ensnares Pidgeotto. Diamond got worried.

"Let's slow Pidgeotto down." Erika said. "Tangela, use Stun Spore."

Tangela fired a yellow cloud at Pidgeotto. Diamond got scared. But, she made her move. "Pidgeotto, fight through that paralysis and use Wing Attack!"

Even though stunned, Pidgeotto zipped down with it's wings glowed. It struck Tangela with such force, Tangela fainted.

"Tangela is unable to battle." One of the female trainers with blonde hair announced. "Pidgeotto wins."

"Nice work, Pidgeotto." Diamond cheered.

"Tangela, return." Erika said, recalling her Pokémon. "You tried your best." She then turns to her opponent. "Very impressive. Now, here's number two. Weepinbell."

Out pops a yellow flower bulb. Diamond studies this flower. Weepinbell, the Flycatcher Pokémon. It uses it's stem to hang from a tree when it sleeps.

Seeing Pidgeotto still affected by Stun Spore, Diamond recalled her flying friend and calls for her next choice. "Let's go, Ninetales!"

The female trainers were amazed by the sight of Ninetales. Even Erika was surprised. "Ninetales, the Fox Pokémon. I'm not one for fire types. But, this Pokémon is beautiful."

"There's more to Ninetales than how it looks."

"Let's test out that fact. Weepinbell, use Razor Leaf!"

Weepinbell fired leaves at Ninetales. Diamond strikes back. "Ninetales, use Confuse Ray."

Ninetales' eyes glowed. Seeing Weepinbell getting affected, Erika acted fast. "Quickly, Weepinbell! Use Poison Powder!"

Even those confused, Weepinbell fired a purple cloud at Ninetales. The fire fox soon got poisoned. Babs, Silver, and Eevee got worried.

"Ninetales," Diamond called out, "use Flamethrower!"

Fighting through the poison, Ninetales blew fire at Weepinbell. The flowery Pokémon soon fainted.

"Weepinbell is unable to battle." The trainer announced. "Ninetales wins!"

"Weepinbell, return." Erika said. Seeing Ninetales still poisoned, she makes her next move. "Now, here's my third and final Pokémon. Go, Vileplume!"

Out pops a purple flower with large red petals on its head. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex. "That's what Zephyr's Gloom will eventually evolve into."

Vileplume, the Flower Pokémon and the evolved form of Gloom. The Pokédex informed. The poison this Pokémon gives out is very potent.

"Can you continue, Ninetales?" Diamond asked with concern.

Ninetales nodded, despite being poisoned. Erika strikes first. "Vileplume, use Solar Beam!"

Vileplume charged up some energy. Suddenly, it fired a blast of sunlight at Ninetales. With the poison kicking in, the Fox Pokémon soon fainted.

"Oh no!" Diamond gasped.

"Ninetales is unable to battle." The trainer announced. "Vileplume wins."

"Ninetales, return." Diamond sadly said as she recalled her Pokémon. "Nice try. Now, get some rest."

"How did that Vileplume use Solar Beam so quickly?" Silver wondered.

"I'll bet it has the Chlorophyll ability." Babs figured. "Add that to the sunlight shining in this place, Solar Beam worked quicker than usual."

One of the trainers with red hair applauded Babs Seed. "You guessed correctly. I admire your Pokémon knowledge."

This made Babs blush. Eevee is worried for it's friend, Diamond. The former prissy girl makes her next choice. "Let's go, Snowflake!"

The Alolan Ninetales pops out, leaving everyone stunned.

"An Alolan Ninetales?" A black haired trainer gasped. "First time I've seen one."

"Sorry, Diamond Tiara." Erika said. "This Alolan Ninetales is going to fall as the Kantonian one did. Vileplume, Solar Beam."

Vileplume charged up. Diamond reacted quickly. "Snowflake, use Confuse Ray!"

Snowflake's eyes glowed. Vileplume suddenly stopped charging up, and is going loopy. This worries Erika as Diamond strikes back. "Okay, Snowflake. Use Aurora Beam!"

The Alolan Ninetales fired a rainbow colored beam at Vileplume. Seconds later, the Flower Pokémon fainted.

"Vileplume is unable to battle." The trainer announced. "The Alolan Ninetales wins. The winner of this battle is Diamond Tiara! Congratulations!"

Diamond cheered as she hugged her Alolan friend. After recalling Vileplume, Erika approached her opponent.

"That was an excellent battle, Miss Tiara." Erika said happily. "Even though we of this gym are not fond of fire and ice, we admit that both forms of Ninetales are beautiful."

"Thank you, Erika." Diamond replied proudly.

"And, as proof that you battled honorably, I give you the Rainbow Badge."

Diamond was given a sky blue circle with petals arranged like colors of the rainbow. This made her smile as she places her badge in her case. "That's badge number four."

The group of friends exit the gym with Snowflake walking beside them. Suddenly, Holly Prema shows up to cause more propaganda.

"I told you to give up this foolish crusade, Diamond Tiara!" Holly growled. "I'll have to teach you another lesson. Come out, Houndour! Use Bite on Diamond's legs!"

A vicious Houndour pops out. This time, Diamond quickly counters. "Snowflake, use Dazzling Gleam!"

The Alolan Ninetales gave out a bright flash. Houndour got hit hard. Seeing what happened, Holly recalled Houndour and ran in fear. "I didn't expect this!"

This left Diamond and friends relieved as they recharge themselves at the Pokémon Center.

End of Chapter 17

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Ivysaur
Ninetales
Drowzee
Alolan Ninetales

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Geodude
Diglett

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Abra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venonat
Rhyhorn

18. Back to the Tower

Author's Note

The girls return to Lavender Town to help the little Cubone find his mother.

18. Back to the Tower

In the home of the Rich Family, Spoiled Rich looks at a map of Kanto. Along with the first two stickers of numbers 1 and 2, there's an additional sticker of lightning in the form of number 3 on Vermillion City. She puts a sticker of flowers shaped like a number 4 on Celadon City.

"My dear daughter has four gym badges." Spoiled said to herself. "She's halfway to making it to the Pokémon League."

Meanwhile, in Kanto, Diamond dressed up in the outfit she wore in the Lavender Tower. Her two partners, Babs Seed and Silver Spoon, has on different outfits. Babs wore a sea foam green long sleeve shirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers. Silver has on a Kelly green polo shirt, flowing teal skirt that goes below the knees, and blue platform shoes.

"Let me guess why you are going goth again." Silver asked. "We're going back to Lavender Town."

"Right." Diamond replied. "Like Babs suggested, we're heading for Pokémon Tower to check how Cubone is doing."

As Diamond picked up her backpack, a small orb fell out. Abra, who was out of it's Poké Ball, saw the orb, and swallowed it.

"Abra," Babs said, "that was one of Diamond's Rare Candies."

Abra felt bad about it. Suddenly, it started to glow. Everybody knows that it's evolving. When the glowing stopped, Abra has become a humanoid creature holding a spoon. It has a long tail and what look likes a moustache.

"I think the loss of a Rare Candy was worth it, Babs." Diamond said as she takes out her Pokédex. "Your Abra has evolved into a Kadabra."

Kadabra, the Psi Pokémon and the evolved form of Abra. The Pokédex said. Sometimes when this Pokémon is around, electronic devices go screwy.

Babs approaches Kadabra , and they hugged each other. "Kadabra , you are forgiven."

Diamond straps on her backpack and grabs her duffle bag. Eevee hops on the back of the backpack. Diamond gets her friends' attention. "Next stop, back to Lavender Town."

The girls walked back to Lavender Town. But, a thought came into their minds.

"What about those ghosts in that tower?" Diamond wondered.

"I got that covered." Silver replied. "While you were battling Giovanni in that hideout, I snagged this."

The girls looked at what looks like small binoculars.

"This is a Silph Scope." Silver explains. "With this, we'll be able to identify those ghosts."

"Good work, Silver." Diamond praised.

After returning to Lavender Town, they see Zephyr Breeze talking to a young girl. He soon saw the crew. "Hi, girls."

"Hello, Zephyr." Diamond said. "What brings you here?"

"This young lady tells me that Cubone ran back into the tower."

"Probably happy that we rescued him from Team Rocket. You think he's still looking for his mother?"

"Possibly. I'm going in to the Tower. I don't like ghosts. But, I'm doing this for Cubone."

Zephyr goes into the tower. Diamond and her friends followed him. As they re-enter the tower, they saw the ghosts again. Using the Silph Scope, Silver revealed them to be black circular creatures surrounded by gas. "Oh my gosh. Those are Gastlys."

"Gastly." Diamond gasped as she gets her Pokédex ready. "The Gas Pokémon."

Gastly, the Gas Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Lurks in abandoned buildings and like to stay invisible.

Then, they saw a floating purple creature with a long tongue. Babs recognized it. "That looks like Gastly's evolved form: Haunter."

They learn of this Pokémon. Haunter, the Gas Pokémon and the evolved form of Gastly. A lick from these Pokémon is very unpleasant. They prefer to live in darkness.

"So, all of those ghosts are just Pokémon." Diamond said with relief. "But, what about that BIG ghost we saw?"

"We better keep climbing and find out." Silver suggested.

Minutes later, the girls are resting in the purifying circle.

"Those possessed channelers were powerful." Diamond said. "Good thing this field recharges our Pokémon."

Everybody agreed. After going up one floor, everybody saw the giant ghost. Using the Silph Scope, Silver revealed it to be what looks like a Cubone with a full skull like head. Zephyr came along and recognized it. "That's got to be Cubone's mother. She's a Marowak, the Bone Keeper Pokémon."

Diamond's Pokédex comes alive. Marowak, the Bone Keeper Pokémon and the evolved form of Cubone. This Pokémon uses bones to protect itself from potential enemies.

Cubone looks at the spirit of his mother. She returns to it's peaceful self before it vanishes. Zephyr picks up Cubone.

"Cubone finally has closure." Zephyr said. "I think I better take care of this little fellow. Catch you later, girls."

As Zephyr takes Cubone with him, Diamond and her friends can now reach the floor Marowak blocked. When they went there, they saw the three villains of Team Rocket bothering an old man.

"Don't ignore us, old man!" Jessie demanded. "You will work for Team Rocket!"

"Maybe a few Fury Swipes will convince him." Meowth said as he extended his claws.

James soon turned around, and spotted the heroic girls. "Jessie! Meowth! It's those twerpettes again!"

The vicious trio saw Diamond and company facing them.

"Leave that man alone, Team Rocket!" Diamond said angrily.

"Try and make us!" Jessie replied.

Jessie and James brought out Arbok and Weezing to stop the girls. Babs stepped up. "Let me and Silver deal with them. Go, Kadabra!"

"Here we go!" Silver added.

Out pops Kadabra and a moth like creature. Diamond was shocked as she pulls out her Pokédex. "Silver's Venonat has become a Venomoth."

Venomoth, the Poison Moth Pokémon and the evolved form of Venonat. Said the Pokédex. Very active at night, Venomoth is attracted to light.

"Not impressed." Jessie said cruelly. "Arbok, Poison Sting!"

Arbok fired poisoned darts at Venomoth. But, it flies away to avoid them. Silver countered. "Venomoth, use Stun Spore."

Venomoth sprinkled dust on Arbok. Some of that dust got on Weezing. James strikes. "You can't hurt my partner's Pokémon! Weezing, Sludge attack now!"

Weezing tried to use Sludge. But, the Stun Spore paralyzed it and Arbok good. Meowth got nervous. "Uh oh."

"Kadabra!" Babs called out.

"Venomoth!" Silver said.

They both shouted the same attack. "PSYBEAM NOW!"

Kadabra and Venomoth fired a psychic beam at both poison Pokémon. Jessie and James recalled their Pokémon.

"These dames don't fool around." Meowth said. "No wonder the boss looks at them as formidable opponents."

"True, Meowth." Jessie admitted. "For now,"

JESSIE: Looks like Team Rocket...

JAMES: Is blasting off...."

MEOWTH: once again!

The three villains left the scene. Diamond approached the old man. He stood up and greeted the girls. "Hello, my friends. My name is Mr. Fuji. I came to calm the spirit of a Marowak. But, seems like the spirit is calm, and left to the afterlife."

"That Pokémon can now rest in peace." Diamond said. "Thanks to us."

This made Mr. Fuji happy. "Bless your hearts, girls. Come with me to my house."

Later, the girls are in Mr. Fuji's house. Eevee is resting on a couch as Mr. Fuji presents the girls an interesting instrument.

"This is the Poké Flute." Fuji explained. "It can help wake up sleeping Pokémon. Like a Snorlax who's blocking Route 12."

This shocked Silver Spoon. "Snorlax, the Sleeping Pokémon?"

"There's only one." Babs replied.

"Thank you, Mr. Fuji." Diamond said proudly. "We appreciate this." She then turns to her friends. "Let's return to the Pokémon Center."

As the girls leave Mr. Fuji's house, a shadowy figure wearing a dark blue trenchcoat and fedora watches the activity.

"Miss Diamond Tiara is a fool to continue her journey." The stranger said in a low growling voice. He then turns to face another direction. "And, you must set her straight!"

Sitting next to a tree was Holly Prema. Her hands are tied behind her back, her ankles are tied together, and her mouth is covered with duct tape. She wiggled and groaned with panic.

End of Chapter 18

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Ivysaur
Drowzee
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Geodude
Diglett

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Kadabra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venomoth
Rhyhorn

19. Many Routes to the Next Gym

Author's Note

This chapter starts a long trek to Diamond's fifth gym battle.

19. Many Routes to the Next Gym

Inside the Pokémon Center at Lavender Town, Diamond comes along wearing her red T shirt and blue capris. Her partners and Eevee were ready for action.

"That look is very comfortable on you." Silver said.

"Thanks, Silver." Diamond replied as she turned to Babs. "Any new info?"

"The gates that lead to Saffron City are guarded." Babs said. "They say there's suspicious activities going on."

This made Diamond Tiara nervous. "I'll bet Team Rocket are at it again. So, what can we do now?"

"Well, the next place we CAN visit is Fuschia City. But, we have to go through many Routes to get there."

"And," Silver added, "I hear Route 12 is blocked by a Snorlax."

Strapping on her backpack and grabbing her duffle bag, Diamond is ready. "Come on, guys. Let's get moving."

Exiting the Pokémon Center, the girls made their way down route 12.

"I saw you exchanging Ivysaur for Diglett." Babs noticed. "What's your plan?"

"I heard that there's a gym in Fuschia City." Diamond answered. "And, the gym leader uses Poison Pokémon."

"You mean like Arbok and Weezing?" Silver asked

"That's right. Grass types like Ivysaur are vulnerable to poison attacks. But, ground types can be effective."

"I get it. If we engage into Pokémon battles, it can help level Diglett up."

"You guess it, Silver."

As the girls went down Route 12. They noticed a bunch of fishermen on the docks.

"I wish we had fishing poles." Diamond said. "I can use some water types."

Soon, a fisherman approached the girls and readied a Poké Ball."Which of you girls can handle this. Go, Gyarados!"

Out pops a blue serpent type beast. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex as Babs looks in horror. "It's a Gyarados, the Atrocious Pokémon!"

Gyarados, the Atrocious Pokémon. Said the Pokédex This Pokémon has been the subject of many lore about storms as sea.

Diamond stepped up, and made her choice. "You're up, Snowflake."

The fisherman looked at what came out. And, is surprised. "An Alolan Ninetales?"

"That's right." Diamond replied.

"Doesn't matter babe. Gyarados, use Hydro Pump!"

Gyarados blew a giant stream of water. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge it. Then, use Aurora Beam!"

After barely avoiding the water attack, Snowflake fired a rainbow colored beam at Gyarados. The sea serpent was weakened which shocked the fisherman. "How is that possible?!"

"Gyarados maybe a water type." Diamond explained. "But, it's also a flying type. And, flying types are vulnerable to ice attacks."

This made the fisherman nervous as Diamond followed up her first move. "Let's wrap this up, Snowflake. Ice Beam!"

The Alolan Ninetales fired a ray of ice. Gyarados soon fell hard. The fisherman recalled his Gyarados and slowly walked away. Vulnerable to ice attacks. I never thought of that.

As the girls walk their apway through the docks, Silver just remembered something. "Diamond, back in Celadon City, me and Babs left the Rocket Game Corner. But, you came back minutes later. What were you up to?"

"Since you asked," Diamond answered, "me and Eevee were shown a fascinating machine which helped Eevee learn a new move: Sky Dash."

"Sky Dash? What move is that?"

"It lets us visit towns and cities we already visited. Pallet, Viridian, Pewter, Cerulean, and so on."

"That's so cool." Babs cheered.

Just then, Holly Prema popped in.

"Still going?" Holly asked cruelly. "Time for me to try a new strategy. Come out, Noctowl. Use Hypnosis!"

A Noctowl flew out, and fixed a gaze at Diamond. Soon, Holly shouted out a dark phrase. "NIGHTMARE MEMORY RECALL!"

Suddenly, Diamond had some flashbacks. One was when she was still a spoiled brat. And, she was in the principal's office for pushing other kids in the lunch room. Another was her mother grabbing her from Sweet Apple Acres, angrily telling her not to associate with the Cutie Mark Crusaders. Another was when Prince Blueblood lectured Diamond about how she should act towards low class people. And, Spoiled Rich agrees. That made her upset.

When the painful memories ended, Diamond found herself overwhelmed with shock and despair. "NOOOOOOOO!"

She dropped to her knees and started to cry hysterically. Holly was pleased and recalled Noctowl.

"Now, you get the picture." Holly said cruelly. "Give up this nonsense, turn all of your Pokémon loose and go home!"

With that, Holly leaves. Babs and Silver tried to comfort their fallen friend.

"What a witch!" Babs growled.

"I know." Silver replied. "Poor Diamond."

The former prissy girl is still crying. It's like Noctowl and Holly affected her good.

"How can I live with myself now?" Diamond sobbed. "I'll bet everybody back home is angry with me. Especially my parents."

Babs soon saw something that can be helpful. "Hey. There's a cabin."

Everybody saw that there's a cabin at the end of the dock area. As they approached it, out steps Braeburn, Cousin of the Apple siblings.

"Well, now." Braeburn said. "Diamond Tiara, Silver Spoon, and Babs Seed. What brings y'all here?"

"Hey, Braeburn." Babs said with relief. "Diamond here was hurt badly by a prissy upstart. Not physically. But mentally."

Braeburn looked at Diamond and got scared. "The poor girl. Bring her in, girls."

Soon, Babs and Silver helped Diamond into the cabin with Eevee right behind them. Inside, Diamond was sitting on the floor, shaking and crying. Braeburn came to her with a small piece of rope in his hand.

"What's the rope for?" Diamond asked while standing up.

"Sorry, little lady." Braeburn replied. "But, this is fer ya own good."

He then wrapped the rope around her body. He then took a piece of rope out of his pocket and tied her hands behind her back.

"What did I do to deserve this?" Diamond asked as she panics.

"You didn't do nuthin'." Braeburn answered. "I just don't want ya to hurt yourself."

Realizing Braeburn has a point, Diamond sat on the floor, allowing Braeburn to tie her ankles together. He then leaves the room. "Them bonds will be removed once you simmered down."

He closes the door, leaving Diamond bound and saddened. Babs and Silver then explained the situation to Braeburn.

"This sounds serious." Braeburn said. "I can't believe that some prissy girl wants to hurt Diamond Tiara."

"Neither can we." Babs replied. "What'll we do?"

"I may know somebody who can help her. I'll give them a call."

Who is Braeburn calling? And, will these people help Diamond Tiara get over her nightmares?

The answers lie ahead in our next episode.

End of Chapter 19

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Drowzee
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Diglett

At the Sanctuary
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Kadabra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venomoth
Rhyhorn

20. Friends Come Together

Author's Note

With Diamond Tiara struck down, it's up to three special friends to snap her out of her depression.

20. Friends Come Together

A trio of good friends explore the beauty of a wooded area of Kanto. They are the trio of Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo. They came to spend time in Kanto to observe Pokémon in their natural habitat. Even take pictures. Soon, they come up to a cabin near a dock area.

"Well, here's your cousin's cabin." Scootaloo said. "Are you sure about this?"

"I'm sure, Scoots." Apple Bloom replied. "According to the phone call I received, he wants to talk to us."

"It must be important you if he learned that we're here in Kanto."

"Let's find out." Sweetie Belle suggested.

As the trio entered the cabin, they were greeted by Braeburn. "Howdy, girls. Good of you to come."

"Howdy, cousin." Apple Bloom replied. "We heard there's a problem. What's up?"

"In the next room."

The girls walk into the next room. And, were shocked at the sight of Diamond Tiara bound and helpless.

"DIAMOND!!" All three girls gasped.

"Apple Bloom! Sweetie Belle! Scootaloo!" Diamond replied happily. "You're a sight for sore eyes."

"And, you're a sorry sight." Sweetie Belle added. "Why are you tied up like this?"

"Some prissy girl used a Noctowl to make me remember my bad moments. I broke down in tears. That's why Braeburn restrained me."

"Makes sense." Apple Bloom figured. "Applejack learned that from Braeburn. She often ties me up if I have a nervous breakdown."

Scootaloo soon saw two other figures entering the room. "Babs! Silver Spoon!"

"Hi, girls." Silver replied. "I guess you heard what happened to Diamond."

"Yup." Apple Bloom answered. "It must be that Holly Prema varmint. She doesn't like Diamond being friends with us."

Later that day, Diamond was untied after calming down. Soon, all three girls are outside the cabin.

"How about showing us your Pokémon." Sweetie Belle suggested. "Besides that cute little Eevee here."

"Sure." Diamond replied as she threw all five of her Poké Balls in the air. "Come out, everybody!"

All of Diamond's Pokémon came out. Everyone was amazed.

"Check it out." Scootaloo noticed. "Pidgeotto, Drowzee, Diglett, and both forms of Ninetales."

"Both Kantonian and Alolan?" Sweetie Belle gasped. "They're beautiful."

"Thank you." Diamond replied. "And, I have Pikachu, Geodude, and Ivysaur at Professor Oak's Lab."

Babs grabbed her own Poké Balls. "Here's my team."

Apple Bloom was impressed with her cousin's Pokémon. "Hoo-wee! Charmeleon, Fearow, and Kadabra. Nice selection."

"Thanks, cousin." Babs replied happily.

"And now," Silver announced, "here's my Pokémon!"

Sweetie Belle looked at Sweetie's Pokémon, and was a little concerned. "I like your Wartortle and Rhyhorn. But, I'm a little weary about that Venomoth."

"Some bug Pokémon aren't that bad." Silver explained as Venomoth landed next to her. "You just have to understand them a little bit."

"I guess you're right. But, I don't think Rarity can learn that fact."

Everybody had a good laugh.

As Diamond rests under a tree, Apple Bloom came along to sit next to her.

"I heard ya decided to go barefoot most of your journey." Apple Bloom said. "But, I never would've believed it."

"I just wanted to do my own thing." Diamond explained. "Don't want to follow my mother's example all the time, you know."

"That's true. I heard you also have a pair of overalls with you."

"I sure do. You would've loved the looks I pull off with them."

Apple Bloom hugged Diamond, knowing that she's becoming her own person. As the sun was setting, the Cutie Mark Crusaders lead Diamond and friends down Route 12.

"So, what are you guys showing us?" Babs asked.

Sweetie Belle pointed to the answer. "That!"

All six girls see a huge cat like creature laying in from the road. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex to study this creature. Snorlax, the Sleeping Pokémon. It has a big appetite. After it eats it's weight in food. It goes to sleep.

Sweetie Belle looks at the area Snorlax is sleeping in. "This big Pokémon is blocking the way."

"How can we move something this big?" Scootaloo asked.

Diamond has an idea. "Silver, use the Poké Flute."

"Good idea." Silver replied.

Silver pulled out her Poké Flute, and played a lovely tune. Snorlax started to stir. Suddenly, it stood up quick and became angry. Everybody panicked.

"I don't think he likes having his nap interrupted." Babs said nervously.

Diamond called for one of her Pokémon. "Drowzee, come on out."

Drowzee popped out, ready for battle. Snorlax saw its opponent and jumped into the air.

"Dodge it, Drowzee!" Diamond called out.

Drowzee ran away from the Body Slam move. Diamond soon had an idea. "Drowzee, use Psybeam. Eevee, use Double Kick!"

Drowzee fired a ray of psychic energy to stun Snorlax while Eevee gave two quick strong kicks towards the sleeping Pokémon.

"We're going to have to catch this Pokémon." Silver said. "But, how?"

Diamond takes out a black Poké Ball with yellow stripes. "This Ultra Ball should do the trick. Ultra Ball, GO!"

The Ultra Ball hit Snorlax, opened up, and absorbed the giant Pokémon. After a few shakes, the ball clicked. Picking it up, Diamond is surprised. "I caught Snorlax."

The ball disappeared. The Cutie Mark Crusaders got shocked.

"Where did that Poké Ball go?" Sweetie Belle asked.

"Probably back to Professor Oak." Babs replied.

Suddenly, they saw Braeburn rushing towards them. "I saw everything, girls. That's quite a capture, Diamond Tiara."

Diamond soon looked at Apple Bloom. "To think, I used to despise you and your friends because you guys aren't wealthy as me and my family."

"And now," Apple Bloom replied, "we're all friends."

The former prissy girl started to tear up. "It's thanks to you CMCs I started to learn about myself. And, finally have the courage to stand up to my mother."

"I'll bet your father is proud of you for that." Scootaloo added.

"You got that right, Scoots."

The three girls gave Diamond a warm hug. Babs, Silver, and Braeburn watched with admiration.

"Let's go back to the cabin." Braeburn said. "We all need a good night's sleep."

The six girls nodded and followed Braeburn to the cabin. Meanwhile, At Oak's Lab, Gary was visiting when they both saw the equipment showing a Poké Ball coming in.

"It's been a while since Diamond Tiara sent us a Pokémon." Professor Oak said. "I wonder which one she sent over."

An Ultra Ball appeared, opened up, and presented Snorlax. Needless to say, the professor and his grandson were shocked.

"Where did that girl get a Snorlax from?" Oak asked nervously.

"Man." Gary gasped. "It's HUGE!"

End of Chapter 20

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Drowzee
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Diglett

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude
Snorlax

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Kadabra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venomoth
Rhyhorn

21. Traveling Through the Past

Author's Note

Our heroic trio continue their travels to Fuschia City. And, think of how Diamond Tiara became the mature girl she is.

21. Traveling Through the Past

In a hidden location, Holly Prema sits on a chair as she faces her mysterious boss. This time, however, she wasn't tied at all

"Do you wonder why I didn't tie you up this time?" The mysterious one asked.

"No, sir." Holly replied. "Usually you have me bound and give me angry lectures."

"This time, you came close of sending Diamond Tiara back home. True, she's probably going back on her journey. But, you had her rattled for a bit."

"I figured if I can't harm her physically, I can hurt her mentally. My Noctowl must've unlocked some painful memories."

The shadowy person rubbed his hands together pleasingly. "Not a bad idea, actually. Miss Tiara is probably going to continue her journey. I'm guessing she's heading for Fuschia City."

Holly's eyes widened. "Must be a Pokémon Gym there."

"Follow that young lady. Think of some other method of psychological warfare. And, bring her down!"

"Aye aye, sir."

Holly left for her dark mission. The next day, Diamond Tiara and her friends are ready to head out for Fuschia City.

"I wish you luck, Diamond." Apple Bloom said proudly.

"Thanks, Apple Bloom." Diamond replied as she hugs her friend. "Have a safe trip back to Canterlot."

"Say hi to the Rainbooms for us." Babs added.

"We will." Scootaloo said. "Good bye."

The three friends leave the cabin, and continue their travels. As they travel through Route 13. The girls are looking forward for Diamond Tiara's fifth gym battle.

"I can't believe I have four gym badges." Diamond said. "I'm halfway to entering the Pokémon League."

"Don't forget," Silver reminded, "you need four more badges."

A thought came into Babs Seed's head. "I still can't believe that you used to be one of the most snobbish girls in Canterlot."

"I certainly was." Diamond said. "And, Silver and I brought trouble to those Cutie Mark Crusaders. But one day, things changed for the both of us."

Flashback

Silver and I were on our way back to my house when we look in the direction of Sweet Apple Acres. Apple Bloom and her two friends were talking about their favorite movies, thinking of how their sisters praise them, and stuff like that. Soon, a thought came to my mind

"Silver," Diamond said, "despise what we try to do to them, those three still tough it out. They help each other through the toughest times. Do you think it would hurt our pride, if we visit them?"

"This could mean the end of our rivalry against them for good." Silver figured.

"Indeed. Come on, Silver. Let's go."

So, we swung by Sweet Apple Acres. We deeply apologized to the girls for what we've done. And, asked if there's a way to make up for our misdeeds. That's when Apple Bloom has an offer.

"We're gathering at Rarity's house for a slumber party." Sweetie Belle told them. "How about tagging along?"

"No joke?" Diamond gasped.

"No joke." Scootaloo answered. "You don't have to follow your mother's examples all the time."

After thinking about it, Diamond shook Sweetie Belle's hand in friendship. "It's a deal."

End of Flashback

"Apple Bloom told me about that when I visited her one day." Babs realized. "I guess that's the start of following your own path."

"Indeed." Diamond replied. "In the weeks that followed. Me and Silver were learning more and more about the Cutie Mark Crusaders. Father was very proud of me to shed my prissy side for my new friends. My mother was very unsure about it. One day, she learned what I never thought possible."

Flashback

Diamond and Silver were hanging out with Apple Bloom. Diamond wore a pink T shirt and bib overalls. Silver wore a sky blue long sleeve shirt and blue jeans with black suspenders. Spoiled Rich came over and confronted her daughter.

"Diamond Tiara!" Spoiled shouted. "Is this where you hang out lately? With these laid back farm folks?"

"Yes, mother." Diamond replied. "Apple Bloom and her family understand me more than you ever did!"

Spoiled Rich looked at her, then calmed down. "Your father is right. This IS a nice change for you."

This was a big shock to Diamond as her mother continued. "I guess you're old enough to make your own decisions. Those girls of the CMCs taught you things I never did." She then hugged her daughter. "I'm so proud of you."

Silver and Apple were very happy for this moment. Spoiled soon looked at her daughter's outfit. "Next time you show off that barefoot farm girl look, you should have a straw hat to complete it."

"No joke?" Diamond asked.

"No joke, dear. It would look so adorable on you."

This made Diamond very happy.

End of Flashback

"And, we've been doing well together ever since." Diamond said.

"So, why would you mother lash on you on the last day of school this year?" Babs asked.

This made Diamond Tiara uneasy. "You heard of that, huh?"

"Yup. Apple Bloom saw that and told me about it."

"I wonder if somebody got to my mother and influenced her to be her old self."

The girls all wonder about that. Who would have Spoiled Rich be brutal to her again? As the trio travel, they spotted their goal.

"There it is, girls." Diamond said. "Fuchsia City."

The girls enter the city. At the Pokémon Center, the girls plan for their time. Diamond took out two of her Poké Balls and threw them in the air. Out pops a yellow creature with white around it's neck and a holding a pendulum. Also, what looks like a trio of brown creatures. Babs and Silver are shocked.

"Whoa!" Silver gasped. "A Hypno and Dugtrio."

"Must've been from some of those battles on the way here." Babs figured.

Diamond played back info on her two Pokémon. First, info on Hypno. Hypno, the Hypnosis Pokémon and the evolved form of Drowzee. When it swings it's pendulum, it can hypnotize anything. Then, info on Dugtrio. Dugtrio, the Mole Pokémon and the evolved form of Diglett. This Diglett trio combine to dig up the ground. Nobody knows what the body looks like because only the heads are seen.

The girls are all impressed with these two Pokémon. Diamond especially. "This will help me well with my fifth gym battle."

End of Chapter 21

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pigeotto
Hypno
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Dugtrio

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude
Snorlax

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Kadabra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venomoth
Rhyhorn

22. An Interesting Time in Fuschia City

Author's Note

Just another filler before the Gym Battle

22. An Interesting Time in Fuschia City

In their home in Canterlot, Filthy and Spoiled Rich discuss a few things happening in Kanto.

"I just received a call from Jet Set." Filthy said. "He and Upper Crust arrived in Kanto."

"Is there a special event and we didn't know about it?" Spoiled wondered.

"Nonsense. They heard that Holly Prema wants to stop our daughter from continuing her Pokémon journey."

Diamond looked at her map of Kanto. There a new sticker on Celadon City. It's just a bunch of flowers shaped like the number four. "And, she has four badges thus far. I heard recently that she's in Fuschia City."

"Jet Set and Upper Crust say that they are prepared to catch Miss Prema and learn why she wants to stop Diamond." Filthy figured.

"Indeed. I hope Diamond will be careful, however. Her fifth gym challenge can be tricky. Especially when she learns of who she'll be facing."

Meanwhile, in Fuschia City in Kanto, Diamond Tiara and her friends look around the area before heading for the gym.

"Found out anything about the gym here, Babs?" Diamond asked.

"Yep." Babs replied. "The gym leader here is known as Koga. He's a powerful ninja who specializes in poison Pokémon."

"Then, it's a good thing I have Hypno and Dugtrio. Psychic and ground moves are powerful against poison types."

Suddenly, Eevee ran off. The girls soon tried to catch it. Soon, they saw Eevee play along with other Pokémon.

"I heard of this place." Silver Spoon said. "It's called a Pokémon GO complex. This place has Pokémon seen nowhere else. Like that one."

The girls saw what looks like a deluxe kangaroo with a baby in her pocket. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex. "That's a Kangaskhan."

Kangaskhan, the Parent Pokémon. The Pokédex said. It will do anything to protect it's child from harm.

Eevee soon ran back to Diamond. She picked up and cuddled her little friend. "Please, don't run off like that, Eevee. You had me scared."

Babs noticed Diamond's outfit. She has on her teal exercise pants and teal jacket over her sky blue shirt. "Going back with your athletic look. Huh?"

"Well," Diamond explained. "I haven't worn this outfit in a while."

Soon, the girls noticed a water type with a large shell.

"That's a Lapras." Silver said. "The Transport Pokémon."

Diamond's Pokédex gives the group some information. Lapras, the Transport Pokémon. This unusually intelligent Pokémon understands human speech. And, would rather give people rides on it's back than engage in Pokemon battles.

A man wearing a red shirt, blue jeans and sneakers approached the group. "This Lapras is a very amazing Pokémon. It can take people to many places in the sea."

"I wish we can travel like that." Silver said.

The man looked at Eevee with interest. "This Eevee seems to be special. Has he been learning any special moves?"

"He has." Diamond answered. "He learned Chop Down, Light Up, and recently, Sky Dash."

"Then, I know something else he can learn. This move is called Sea Skim."

Minutes later, the girls watch Eevee stand on a board. He soon learned Sea Skim, which can help the girls travel on the water.

"This is a great opportunity to find some water types." Diamond cheered. "Thanks for your help."

"You're welcome, girls. "The man said.

As they continue their travels in the park area, they learned that the warden can't talk too clearly. Turns out he lost his teeth. So the crew leave the park area and looked around. Eevee soon saw something on the beach outside of Fuschia City. But, it was an unpleasant sight.

"Not Team Rocket again?" Silver groaned.

"Let's sneak up and see what Jessie and James are up to this time." Diamond suggested.

The vicious trio soon look at something in their possession. It was a set of gold teeth. But, even though it's made of gold, they are not that happy.

"Ew!" Jessie groaned. "That's disgusting!"

"I'm with you, Jessie." Meowth added. "I like the sight of gold. But, this is not what we wanted."

"Speaking of unwanted things," James said, "LOOK!"

The villains saw Diamond Tiara and her friends.

"Looks like you guys found a treasure that's not to your liking." Diamond said humorously.

"Quiet, twerpette!" Jessie said angrily. "We are still fuming about how you beat our boss in Celadon City."

"She's right." James added. "We'll get even with you for constantly getting in our way."

Meowth soon threw the gold teeth to the girls. "See what you three can do with these. Don't say Team Rocket never gave you dames anything."

With that, the evil trio left. Diamond looked at the teeth. "I'll bet these teeth belong to the warden of that park. Let's bring these back to him."

The girls returned to the park and gave the teeth to the warden. He puts his teeth in, and feels better.

"Thanks for your help, my friends." The warden said with gratitude. "Nobody can understand me without my teeth in my mouth."

"We are grateful to help out." Diamond replied proudly.

"I would like to thank you in another way. That Eevee looks very special to you guys."

"Yes. My little friend has learned four Secret Techniques. Chop Away, Light Up, Sky Dash, and recently, Sea Skim."

"Then, allow me to show your Eevee a FIFTH technique: Strong Push."

The warden showed Eevee how to use it's strength to push blocks. After a couple of minutes, Eevee learned Strong Push. This made the girls very proud of Eevee. As they head for the Pokémon Center for the night, they encountered a girl with short black hair and wearing a navy blue ninja outfit.

"Which of you girls is named Diamond Tiara?" The girl asked.

Diamond stepped up. "I am Diamond Tiara. Who might you be?"

"My name is Hakanuta. One of the trainers at the Fuschia gym." She then presents Diamond a set of clothes. "This is courtesy of Master Koga. We will see you at the gym tomorrow."

Hakanuta vanished in a puff of smoke. Diamond wonders about this new outfit.

End of Chapter 22

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Hypno
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Dugtrio

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude
Snorlax

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Kadabra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venomoth
Rhyhorn

23. The Cure for a Poisonous Battle

Author's Note

Here it is, folks. Diamond Tiara's 5th gym battle.

23. The Cure for a Poisonous Battle

The next morning, Diamond Tiara looks at herself in a mirror. She has on a sleeveless black shirt and black Capri style exercise pants.

"Now, this is an outfit suited to battle a martial artist." Diamond said as she ties on a wide dark blue headband. "This headband is a nice touch."

She exits the room to be greeted by Silver Spoon, Babs Seed, and Eevee.

"Now, that's what I call combat ready." Babs complimented.

"Thank you." Diamond replied. "Let's head for the Fuschia gym and my fifth gym battle."

The girls and Eevee head for what looks like a Japanese dojo. As they enter, Babs and Silver remove their shoes, showing proper respect. Diamond is already barefoot. They soon see a bunch of martial arts students standing as a man with spikey black hair and wearing a dark purple ninja outfit approached them.

"Welcome to the Fuschia City gym." The man greeted. "I am Gym Leader Koga."

"So, that's the gym leader." Silver said. "He looks like a fierce fighter."

"Yeah." Babs replied quietly. "As fierce as Lt. Surge."

Koga looks at Diamond with interest. "I see you were given the outfit Hakanuta gave you, Miss Tiara. I am looking forward to see what kind of trainer you are."

"I will not disappoint." Diamond replied.

The battle arena is set as Diamond and Koga face each other. Eevee sits on Silver's lap to watch the battle.

"This will be a four on four battle." Koga announced. "And, Hakanuta will be the referee."

"Fine with me, Master Koga." Diamond said. "I'll start with Hypno."

"And, I shall begin with Weezing."

Both Pokémon come out. Koga makes the first move. "Weezing, use Sludge Bomb!"

Weezing spits out blobs of poison. Diamond quickly reacted. "Hypno, use Psybeam on those blobs!"

Hypno blasted the blobs away. This surprised Koga as Diamond strikes back. "Now, use Hypnosis."

Hypno waves his pendulum to put Weezing under it's power. Even though hypnotized, Weezing is still fighting.

"Snap out it, Weezing." Koga called out. "Then, use Flamethrower!"

Weezing spewed out flames. Diamond acted fast. "Dodge it. Then, use Psychic!"

Avoiding the flames, Hypno fires a blast of psychic energy. The blast was dead on as Weezing fainted.

"Weezing is unable to battle." Hakanuta announced. "Hypno wins."

"Weezing, return." Koga said as he recalls his Pokémon. He looks at his opponent as me makes his next choice. "Let's see if your psychic Pokémon stop this. Go, Muk!"

Out pops a giant blob of sludge. Diamond learned of this Pokémon. Muk, the Sludge Pokémon. This Pokémon gives off nasty stenches.

Diamond looks at this new opponent, then makes her move. "Hypno, use Psybeam!"

Hypno fires a psychic beam which did not faze Koga. "This will finish this Hypno off. Muk, Body Slam!"

Muk leaps up and lands on Hypno, smothering it with his nasty poison. Muk gets off Hypno, who has fainted.

"Hypno is unable to battle." Hakanuta announced. "Muk wins."

Silver was shocked. "That Muk is one vicious critter."

"Never underestimate the power of poison Pokémon." One of the students replied.

Diamond recalls Hypno. Then, quickly makes a decision. "Let's go, Dugtrio!"

Dugtrio comes out, ready for action. Koga looks at the Mole Pokémon. "Another easy win. Muk, Body Slam!"

Muk leaps up again. Diamond was ready for this. "Dugtrio, use Dig!"

Dugtrio burrows underground as Muk landed. The Sludge Pokémon suddenly got hit from below as Dugtrio comes back up. Diamond follows the move up. "Okay, Dugtrio. Tri Attack!"

Dugtrio fired a triangle powered by Electric power, fire, and ice. Muk was hit hard. Soon, between Dig and Tri Attack, Muk fainted.

"Muk is unable to battle." Hakanuta announced. "Dugtrio wins."

"Good work, Dugtrio." Diamond cheered as she bowed to her Pokémon.

After recalling Muk, Koga turns to Diamond. "Excellent work, Miss Tiara. Your battle skills are exceptional." He then makes his next choice. "However, ground attacks won't work against this one. Go, Golbat!"

Diamond saw Golbat come out, and realized that Koga is right. She recalled Dugtrio, and called for her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Snowflake!"

Everybody was in shocked when the Alolan Ninetales came out. Hakanuta made a decision. "It maybe an Alolan Pokémon. But, it's still a Ninetales. So, battle resume."

"Golbat," Koga commanded. "Use Poison Fang!"

Golbat zipped down with it's fangs glowing purple. Diamond soon struck. "Snowflake, use Aurora Beam!'

The Alolan Ninetales fired a rainbow colored beam at Golbat. Koga and his students were surprised to see Golbat struck hard. Diamond followed it up. "Snowflake, let's wrap it up with Ice Beam!"

Alolan Ninetales fired a super cold beam at Golbat. Soon, the Bat Pokémon fainted.

"Golbat is unable to battle." Hakanuta announced. "The Alolan Ninetales wins."

"Golbat, return." Koga said. He then turned to Diamond. "Impressive strategy. Since my Golbat is also a flying type, ice attacks are very effective."

"Correct, Master Koga." Diamond replied.

"Here comes my fourth and final Pokémon: Venomoth!"

Diamond sees Venomoth come out, and looks ready. But, before she can give a command, Koga strikes first. "Venomoth, Poison Fang!"

Quickly, Venomoth zips down and bites Snowflake. Soon, the poison kicks in. Diamond hopes to end this fast. "Snowflake, use Ice Beam."

The Alolan Ninetales readies an Ice Beam. But, Koga was too quick for her. "Venomoth, PSYBEAM!"

Venomoth quickly fires a beam of psychic energy and struck on the Alolan Ninetales, causing it to faint.

"The Alolan Ninetales is unable to battle." Hakanuta announced. "Venomoth wins."

"Snowflake, return." Diamond said sadly.

The former prissy girl though about her decision. She could send out Dugtrio. But, ground moves don't work on flying types. Then, she sends in her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Ninetales!"

Ninetales comes out. After the referee okayed the choice, the battle continues.

"This Ninetales will fall as fast the other one." Koga proclaimed. "Venomoth, Poison Fang!"

Just as Venomoth is about to strike, Diamond makes her move. "Ninetales, use Confuse Ray."

The eyes of Ninetales glowed. And, so did Venomoth's. The Poison Moth Pokémon started to act all loopy. Diamond took advantage of this. "Let's do this, Ninetales. Use Flamethrower!"

Ninetales blew fire on the confused Venomoth. Soon, the Poison Moth Pokémon fainted.

"Venomoth is unable to battle." Hakanuta announced. "Ninetales wins. The winner of this gym battle is Diamond Tiara!"

"Yay!" Diamond cheered as she hugs Ninetales.

Koga recalls Venomoth and walks up to his opponent.

"That was an excellent battle, Miss Tiara." Koga said proudly. "Both versions of Ninetales are very powerful." He then takes out a badge in the form of a pink heart. "This Soul Badge belongs to you."

Diamond accepts the badge. Everybody clapped as both competitors bowed to each other to show respect. Soon, Diamond and her friends continue their travels.

End of Chapter 23

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Hypno
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Dugtrio

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Ivysaur
Geodude
Snorlax

BABS SEED
Charmeleon
Fearow
Kadabra

SILVER SPOON
Wartortle
Venomoth
Rhyhorn

24. Evolutions Galore

The girls check the map to see where they have to go. It seems that the next goal is Saffron City. But, there's been talk that Team Rocket are seen there, and have taken over Silph Co. But, these girls handled those thugs before when they emptied Rocket Game Corner. So, after put out a call to Professor Oak, they made their way to Saffron.

"I saw that you exchanged Hypno, Dugtrio, and the Alolan Ninetales for Pikachu, Geodude, and Ivysaur." Silver said.

"It has been awhile since the latter saw some action. Besides, Geodude maybe helpful against Team Rocket."

Wearing her blue buttoned shirt over her black T shirt and blue jeans, Diamond rolls up the pant cuffs and is ready. "Okay, guys. Let's go!"

The crew head out for Saffron City. Eevee was happy for Diamond making it this far. They arrived in Route 18, which has bird keepers for opponents. Diamond faced a bird keepers who unleashed a bigger version of Pidgeotto with a yellow streak in it's hair. Diamond studies this bird.

Pidgeot, the Bird Pokémon and the evolved form of Pidgeotto. The Pokédex said. Often admired for their bright colors.

Diamond sent out her Geodude to battle. It was an intense battle. Soon, Diamond made her last move. "Geodude, Rock Slide!"

Geodude unleashed a line of rocks on Pidgeot. The majestic bird fainted as the bird keeper recalled it.

"For a little Pokémon," the bird keeper admitted, "Geodude is no quitter. Thanks for the battle."

As the bird keeper left, Geodude glowed and grew. When the glowing stopped, Geodude grew large, it's arms grew longer, and has little feet.

"Unbelievable!" Diamond gasped as she pulled out her Pokédex. "Geodude evolved into Graveler."

Graveler, the Rock Pokémon and the evolved form of Geodude. Said the Pokédex . When it tucks into a ball, watch out as it rolls hard and fast.

"That's so cool." Babs cheered. "And, we learned what your Pidgeotto will evolve into."

Soon, using the board for Sea Skim, the crew skims across the water. Eevee loves the feeling of traveling on the sea. Soon, they saw what looks like a starfish. Diamond Tiara's Pokédex comes alive. Staryu, the Starshape Pokémon and the early form of Starmie. If Staryu loses one of it's appendages, it will eventually grow back.

Soon, Diamond took out a Poké Ball and threw it to Staryu. It connected, and absorbed the water Pokémon. After a few shakes, it clicked and vanished to Professor Oak's Lab.

"I always wanted a water type." Diamond said happily.

After they got on shore at Route 17, Babs and her Charmeleon faced a red haired girl with a Weepinbell. The battle was intense until Babs finished it up. "Charmeleon, use Fire Spin!'

Charmeleon caused a fire tornado to surround Weepinbell. Soon, the Flycatcher Pokémon fainted. As the girl recalled her Weepinbell, Charmeleon glowed. That means it's evolving. Seconds later, Charmeleon became an orange dragon like creature with large wings.

"No way!" The girl gasped. "Your Charmeleon evolved into a Charizard!"

Diamond got out her Pokédex. "So, that's a Charizard, huh?"

Charizard, the Flame Pokémon and the evolved form of Charmeleon. The Pokédex said. It always looks for strong opponents to battle.

Babs went up to marvel at her firey friend. "Way to go, Charizard!"

Charizard gave Babs a thumbs up. Silver Spoon and her Wartortle faced a gentleman and his Persian.

"Persian," The gentleman called out, "use Pay Day!"

The Persian scattered coins at Wartortle. Silver fights back. "Wartortle, Bubblebeam!"

Wartortle fired a beam of water at Persian. The Classy Cat Pokémon soon fainted. As the gentleman recalled Persian, Wartortle glowed, indicated that it's starting to evolve. Seconds later, out comes a large turtle with cannons on it's back.

"My Wartortle evolved into a Blastoise!" Silver cheered.

Diamond used her Pokédex to study this critter. Blastoise, the Shellfish Pokémon and the evolved form of Wartortle. It's water cannons can hit a target from more that one hundred feet away.

Silver was cheering for her newly evolved Pokémon. Diamond was so happy for her friends Pokémon evolving. She wonders if her Ivysaur will evolve. That answer came when she and Ivysaur were challenged by a camper and his Psyduck. The two Pokémon fought hard until Diamond unleashed the final blow. "Ivysaur, Razor Leaf!"

Ivysaur unleashed a bunch of leaves at Psyduck. The Duck Pokémon soon fainted. After recalling his Psyduck, the camper ran away. "I wish my Psyduck became a Golduck!"

At that moment, Ivysaur glowed. It soon got lots bigger. When the glowing stopped, Ivysaur became a giant plant creature with a big flower on it's head. Diamond cheered as she uses her Pokédex. "My Ivysaur has become a Venusaur!"

Venusaur, the Seed Pokémon and the evolved form of Ivysaur." Said the Pokédex. When it spends time in the sun, the plant on it's back becomes more colorful.

This made Diamond happy. Later, the girls finally arrived at Saffron City.

"So, where did you get that tea you gave to the guard at the gate?" Diamond asked Silver.

"I got it from Brock." Silver answered. "He was visiting Celadon City when he gave me some snacks and that tea."

After the girls went into the Pokémon Center, they discuss a dire situation.

"Those rumors are true." Babs said with worry. "There are Team Rocket goons everywhere."

"I heard that they took over a place called Silph Co." Diamond informed. "Those are the people who created that Silph Scope we used in that haunted tower."

"This doesn't feel right." Silver added. "We should do something about those creeps."

Eevee nodded as Diamond replied. "I agree, Silver. Good thing for us, we have those Team Rocket outfits we wore at the Rocket Game Corner."

"I forgot about those things. Good thinking, Diamond."

The two BFFs hugged at each other with Babs watching happily. Meanwhile, Holly Prema arrived at Saffron City.

"That Diamond Tiara should be here somewhere." Holly said to herself. "Whatever she's up to, I'LL STOP HER!"

Holly was angrily walking down the street when a lasso came out and snagged her. She saw that it was Braeburn who lassoed her. Holly soon was shocked when Jet Set and Upper Crust came up to join him.

"Good work, Braeburn." Jet Set said as he shook the young man's hand.

Upper Crust walked up to Holly and talked to her. "Holly Prema, we need to talk."

End of Chapter 24

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeotto
Pikachu
Venusaur
Graveler
Ninetales

At Oak's Lab
Hypno
Alolan Ninetales
Dugtrio
Snorlax
Staryu

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Kadabra

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhyhorn

Author's Note

Next time, Diamond Tiara and her friends liberate Silph Co. From Team Rocket.

25. Rescuing Silph Co.

Author's Note

Our heroines are off to save a big company from the fiends of Team Rocket.

25. Rescuing Silph Co.

After switching to their Team Rocket outfits, the trio of friends walk down the streets of Saffron City. They were hoping none of the Team Rocket goons would confront them. But, because they have Rocket uniforms, the girls were not bothered. They soon found a building with a big S on it.

"So, that's Silph Company." Diamond said. "Come on, girls. Let's go to the rescue."

They enter the building and they saw the secretary scared at the sight of the outfits.

"Don't be scared, ma'am." Silver said. "We're not really from Team Rocket."

"That made me feel a little better." The secretary said. "These mean people took over the building. There are Team Rocket fiends all over the place."

This shocked the girls. Eevee didn't like the sound of that. Just then, Zephyr Breeze showed up.

"Hey, guys." Zephyr greeted. "When did Team Rocket organize a youth program?"

Everybody had a chuckle when Gary Oak came along.

"Glad you guys showed up." Gary said. "Team Rocket conquered this company to no doubt to have access to all of their new stuff."

"They won't get a chance with us and Zephyr ready to stop those creeps!" Babs said. "Especially Jessie and James!"

Gary then made a suggestion. "Hey, Diamond. Let's see how good of a trainer you really are."

This surprised Diamond Tiara a lot. "You want to battle me?"

"You bet. And, here's your first opponent. Go, Exeggutor!"

Out came a walking tree with coconut shaped heads. Interested, Diamond gets out her Pokédex.

Exeggutor, the Coconut Pokémon. The Pokédex said. This Pokémon has three heads. Each heads has it's own brain.

"Let's go, Pidgeotto!" Diamond calls out.

As Pidgeotto comes out, Gary strikes. "Exeggutor, use your Egg Bomb attack!"

Exeggutor fired orbs of explosive power to Pidgeotto. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge, then use Wing Attack!"

After dodging the Egg Bomb attack, Pidgeotto's wings glowed as it strikes Exeggutor. Seeing his Pokémon struck hard, Gary recalled it and got out another Pokémon. "Not bad. Try this. Go, Charizard!"

A Charizard came out for battle. Recalling Pidgeotto, Diamond called for her next choice. "Let's go, Graveler!"

The moment Graveler came out, Gary struck first. "Charizard, use your Flamethrower!"

Charizard's fire hits it's target. But, being a rock type, Graveler wasn't hit hard.

"Now, it's my turn." Diamond announced. "Graveler, use your Rock Slide!"

Graveler unleashed a stream of rocks towards Charizard. Being partially a flying type, Charizard was hit hard.

"Now, I know why you earned five gym badges so far." Gary said as he recalls Charizard. "Go teach those goons a lesson!"

"We will." Diamond cheered. "Let's get them, guys!"

Babs, Silver, and Eevee followed Diamond to higher floors as Gary and Zephyr discussed something.

"Let's formulate a plan so you can help in saving this place." Gary suggested.

"Good idea, Gary." Zephyr replied.

As the girls walk through the building, they got nervous if any of the grunts will recognize them. But, thanks to the hats covering most of their hair, they weren't approached. They soon met employees of Silph who are scared because of the takeover. They saw a brown haired man with a Lapras.

"I'm glad you girls aren't really from Team Rocket." The employee said with relief. "This Lapras needs a trainer to keep it safe."

Babs looked at this Pokémon. Then, taking out a Poké Ball, she tapped Lapras, and it was absorbed. The girls were impressed with this decision.

"Now, I have a water type." Babs said. "You'll be safe with me, Lapras."

Soon, as their tour continues, they saw a Pokémon made up of different shapes. Diamond studies it with her Pokédex. Porygon, The Virtual Pokémon. This Pokémon is known to travel in through cyberspace.

This got Silver interested. Later, the girls rested on beds in the building. They were thinking of some of the transport points spread all over the place. They were soon confronted by a Team Rocket administrator. Just then, Zephyr Breeze showed up to battle him. "Get going, ladies. I'll hold off this goon."

"Okay." Diamond replied. "Good luck, Zephyr."

Thanks to the teleporters, they made in to an area on the 11th floor. But, the familiar trio of Jessie, James, and Meowth stopped them in their tracks.

"You dames ain't interfering with the boss!" Meowth announced. "Show 'em, guys!"

"With pleasure." Jessie said. "Go, Arbok!"

"You too, Weezing!" James added.

Arbok and Weezing popped out and are ready to fight. Eevee was a little worried. But, Diamond is determined to protect him.

"Go get them, Pidgeotto." Diamond called out.

"You too, Charizard!" Babs added.

The villains got nervous when they saw Charizard. Babs decided to turn up the heat. "Charizard, use Flamethrower!"

Before Jessie and James could react, Charizard blew fire on their Pokémon. Then, Diamond and Babs worked together.

DIAMOND: Pidgeotto,

BABS: Charizard,

BOTH GIRLS: Wing Attack!

Pidgeotto and Charizard's combined wing attacks defeated both Arbok and Weezing. The Team Rocket duo recalled their Pokémon.

"Looks like these twerpettes upped their game." James noticed.

"Let's get outta here and let the boss handle them." Meowth suggested.

"Good idea." Jessie replied. "Looks like Team Rocket's blasting off again!"

As the three villains ran away, Pidgeotto started to glow. Seconds later, Pidgeotto was replaced by a lovely Pidgeot.

"Now, I have my own Pidgeot." Diamond cheered as she hugged her flying friend.

The crew made their way to the office of the president of Silph Company. When they see the vicious Giovanni, they bursted I'm to confront him.

"That's far enough, Giovanni!" Diamond demanded.

The leader of Team Rocket turned and saw the trio of girls and Eevee.

"So, we meet again, Diamond Tiara." Giovanni said. "I assume you're here to drive me and my gang out of here."

"You got the picture, creep!"

"Let's see how well you improved. Go, Persian!"

Persian came out growling viciously. Eevee rushed off to confront him.

"Let's deal with this goon, Eevee." Diamond said.

"Deal with this!" Giovanni replied. "Persian, Fury Swipes!"

Persian's claws glowed. But, Diamond quickly reacted. "Eevee, use Double Kick!"

Eevee kicked Persian hard twice. Seeing his Persian struck back, Giovanni recalled him and called for his next Pokémon. "Go, Rhyhorn!"

Rhyhorn landed hard and is ready. When Eevee ran back. Diamond called for her Venusaur. Giovanni was surprised. "Your Ivysaur evolved?"

"That's right." Diamond replied. "Here's proof. Venusaur, use Vine Whip!"

Venusaur unleashed it's vines to strike Rhyhorn. The Spikes soon fainted. After Giovanni recalled Rhyhorn. He has a surprise for the girls. "Here comes my newest Pokémon: Nidoqueen!"

Out pops a blue hardened creature with a horn and a large tail. The Pokédex gives out some info. Nidoqueen, the Drill Pokémon. It can hurl it's bulky body to defen it's nest from enemies.

Diamond decided to strike first. "Venusaur, use Leech Seed."

Venusaur fired seeds at Nidoqueen. Vines extended from the seed and drained some energy from it's opponent.

"That won't help you." Giovanni boasted. "Nidoqueen, use Body Slam!"

Nidoqueen jumped up to squash Venusaur. Although hit, the Seed Pokémon didn't suffer too much damage.

"It's my turn." Diamond said. "Venusaur, use Razor Leaf!"

Venusaur unleashed a stream of leaves. Between Razor Leaf and Leech Seed, Nidoqueen soon fainted. Giovanni recalled his Pokémon and admitted defeat again.

"You are growing into quite the trainer, Miss Tiara." Giovanni admitted. "My troops and I will pull out for now. We shall meet again."

The president is relieved to see Giovanni leave. He offered as a reward a Master Ball. A Poké Ball that can catch any Pokémon without difficulties. Soon, the girls noticed that all Team Rocket goons left the city. They soon saw one of the workers with the Porygon they saw earlier.

"I'm a little concerned about Porygon." The worker said. "He must be kept safe. Will one of you girls take care of him?"

Stepping up, Silver Spoon took out a Poké Ball and tapped Porygon. The Poké Ball absorbed Porygon and clicked.

"Now, I have a rare Pokémon." Silver said happily.

Meanwhile, the mysterious man in his trenchcoat was watching the action.

"Where is that Holly Prema?" The man wondered. "I can't even reach her smartphone."

In another area, Holly Prema was strapped with a straitjacket. Jet Set and Upper Crust are with her.

"Forgive us, my dear." Upper Crust said. "We feel that something is troubling you. This straitjacket is so you won't hurt yourself."

Jet Set has her phone in his possession. "And, we'll make sure this strange person won't get to you."

Holly felt that, somehow, this is a good thing.

End of Chapter 25

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Venusaur
Graveler
Ninetales

At Oak's Lab
Hypno
Alolan Ninetales
Dugtrio
Snorlax
Staryu

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Kadabra
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhyhorn
Porygon

26. Psyched for a Psychic Gym Battle

Author's Note

Diamond is now ready for her sixth gym battle. Let's hope she can handle a Psychic Pokémon trainer like Sabrina.

26. Psyched for a Psychic Gym Battle

Morning came in Saffron City. Inside the Pokémon Center, Diamond changed into the outfit her father gave her. She and her traveling companions got together for breakfast.

"Any information on the gym leader here, Babs?" Diamond asked.

"Yup." Babs replied. "The Gym Leader is named Sabrina. This young lady specializes in Psychic Pokémon."

"Wow. Sounds like a pretty tough customer. I better do a little exchanging with Professor Oak."

After talking with Professor Oak, Diamond and her friends head for the gym.

"So, what was the exchange?" Silver asked.

"I exchanged Venusaur for Staryu." Diamond replied. "Grass Pokémon are vulnerable to Psychic attacks."

"You are correct." A young lady said.

The girls were greeted by a lady with long green hair and wearing a magenta top with black tigths and gray boots.

"Hello, miss." Silver said proudly, "May we help you?"

"I am the one who I believe you're looking for." The woman said.

"You are Sabrina?" Diamond asked.

"Correct, my barefoot friend. I have listened to your conversation with your friends. You are looking forward to battling me in an official gym battle."

"Yes, ma'am. I have five badges so far. And, I am ready to win my sixth."

"I do like your positive attitude. We shall make it a four on four battle. Ladies, follow me."

The group followed Sabrina into a domed building. Inside there are young people watching. Babs and Silver joining them. With Eevee by her side, Diamond is ready to face Sabrina with a young black haired girl wearing a red gown acting as referee.

"Are you ready, Diamond Tiara?' Sabrina asked.

"Ready when you are." Diamond replied.

"Then, here comes my first Pokémon. Go, Mr. Mime!"

Out came what looked like a pantomime actor. Curious, Diamond used her Pokédex. Mr. Mime, the Barrier Pokémon. This unusual Pokémon uses pantomime actions to create invisible walls.

Diamond calls for her first Pokémon. "Let's go, Staryu!"

Staryu comes out. Mr. Mime uses it's acting to mock Diamond. She didn't find that amusing. "Staryu, Rapid Spin!"

Staryu spins fast. Sabrina reacted. "Mr. Mime, use Light Screen!"

Mr. Mime created a light barrier to lesson the blow of Rapid Spin . The Barrier Pokémon ridicules Diamond again.

"That Mr. Mime is mean." Babs said.

Some of the youngsters in the gym thought it's funny. Diamond strikes back. "Staryu, use Bubble Beam!"

Staryu fired a stream of water at Mr. Mime. Though struck hard, Sabrina's Pokémon is still standing.

"Mr. Mime," Sabrina said, "use Psybeam!"

Mr. Mime fired a beam of psychic energy to Staryu. The Starshape Pokémon took some damage from the Light Screen. Soon, Staryu fainted.

"Staryu is unable to battle." The young girl announced. "Mr. Mime wins."

"Staryu, return." Diamond said as she recalled her Pokémon.

Mr. Mime continues to mock Diamond. Sabrina talks to her Pokémon. "That's not nice. Never tease any opponent."

It made Diamond feel a little better seeing Mr. Mine is getting lectured. Seeing that he's still wet from the bubble beam, Diamond calls her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu comes out as Sabrina makes her move. "Mr. Mime, Psybeam."

Seeing the Light Screen is gone, Diamond made her move. "Pikachu, use Thunderbolt!"

Pikachu's electric attack struck Mr. Mime. Still a bit wet, the Barrier Pokémon soon fainted.

"Mr. Mime is unable to battle." The girl announced. "Pikachu wins."

Diamond cheered for Pikachu as Sabrina recalls Mr. Mime.

"I apologize for Mr. Mime's actions." Sabrina said. "He likes to mock my opponents and some of the youngsters here applaud his antics."

"Yeah. He thinks I'm just a pushover." Diamond figured.

"Anyway, here's my second Pokémon. Go, Slowbro!"

Out pops a Slowpoke with a shell on it's tail. The Pokédex comes alive with information. Slowbro, the Hermit Crab Pokémon and the evolved form of Slowpoke. After a Shellder bites it's tail, the poison causes it to be more scatterbrained.

Before Diamond can battle, Sabrina strikes. "Slowbro, use Zen Headbutt!"

Slowbro rushed in with it's head glowing. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge, then use Thunder Wave."

After avoiding Slowbro, Pikachu sent some electricity to the water/psychic type.

"My Pokémon can fight through your Thunder Wave." Sabrina informed. "Slowbro, use Water Pulse."

Just when Slowbro fired it's water attack, Diamond struck back. "Use Thunderbolt on that water!"

Pikachu used it's electric power on the Water Pulse. The electricity was carried over to Slowbro. The Hermit Crab Pokémon succumbed to the attack, and fainted.

"Slowbro is unable to battle." The black haired maiden announced. "Pikachu wins!"

"Slowbro, return." Sabrina said. She looked at Diamond and Pikachu and made a choice. "Electrical power may not stop my third Pokémon. Go, Jynx!"

Out comes a human like creature with blond hair and what looks like a red dress.

"A Jynx." Diamond gasped as she pulls out her Pokédex. "The Human shape Pokémon."

Jynx, the Human Shape Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Jynx can distract opponents with her dance type movements.

"Pikachu, return." Diamond said as she chooses her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Ninetales!"

When Ninetales came out, everybody was in love with this Pokémon. Babs and Silver were surprised with this reaction.

"I'm impressed with the reaction." Babs said.

"You can't blame us." One of the young males said. "Ninetales is one of the most beautiful Pokémon we've ever seen."

Sabrina resumed the battle. "Let's see if your Ninetales can handle this. Jynx, use Ice Punch!"

Jynx covered her first with ice before hitting Ninetales. Being a fire type, Ninetales wasn't affected too bad.

"Ninetales," Diamond called out, "use Confuse Ray."

The eyes of Ninetales glowed red. Jynx got affected as Sabrina watched her dancing crazily.

"Okay, Ninetales." Diamond said. "Use Flamethrower!"

Ninetales blew a stream of fire at Jynx. Being partially an ice type, the Human Shape Pokémon soon fainted from the heat.

"Jynx is unable to battle." The young maiden announced. "Ninetales wins."

Diamond cheered as she hugs Ninetales. Sabrina recalls her Jynx and turns to her opponent.

"I admire your knowledge." Sabrina said. "You figured that since Jynx is partially an ice type, flame based attacks are very effective."

"Thank you, Sabrina." Diamond proudly replied.

"Now, here comes my fourth and final Pokémon. Go, Alakazam!"

Out pops a larger version of Kadabra holding two spoons. Diamond learns of this Pokémon from her Pokédex. Alakazam, the Psi Pokémon and the evolved form of Kadabra. It uses it's high intelligence to control it's psychic power.

This left Babs shocked. "So, that's what my Kadabra will evolve into."

Diamond formulated a plan. She recalled Ninetales and brought back Pikachu. "Pikachu, use Quick Attack!"

Pikachu zipped as fast as a bullet. Sabrina countered. "Alakazam, Psycho Cut!"

Alakazam fired hooks of psychic energy. Pikachu avoided them all.

"Time to switch things up." Diamond said. "Pikachu, use Thunder Wave!"

Getting close enough, Pikachu sent electricity to Alakazam.

"We shall still win." Sabrina claimed. "Alakazam, use Psychic NOW!"

Alakazam blasted Pikachu with psychic energy so strong, the electrical Mouse Pokémon fainted.

"Pikachu is unable to battle." The girl announced. *Alakazam wins!"

"Pikachu, return." Diamond said as she recalls her friend. "You set the stage perfectly. Now, just rest." She then turns to Eevee. "Okay, Eevee. Your time to shine."

Eevee steps in to battle. Everybody thinks it's an easy win as Sabrina speaks up. "That little fellow is no match for us. Alakazam, use Psybeam!"

Alakazam soon felt electric surges. Pikachu's Thunder Wave kicks in. Diamond takes advantage of this. "Let's do this, Eevee. Use Bite!"

Eevee rushed in and took a huge bite into Alakazam's head. Since Bite is a Dark type move, it was super effective. Seconds later, Alakazam fainted.

"Alakazam is unable to battle." The girl announced. "Eevee wins. The winner of this Gym Battle is Diamond Tiara!"

"YAY! Good work, Eevee!" Diamond cheered as Eevee jumped into her arms.

Sabrina helped Alakazam to his feet before she recalls him. She then walks up to Diamond as Silver Spoon and Babs Seed join their friend.

"Well done, Diamond Tiara." Sabrina said proudly. "Me and my associates are impressed with your skills and Pokémon knowledge. You have truly earned the Marsh Badge."

Diamond was given a marigold circular badge with a yellow center. She was very happy. "Thank you, Sabrina. This is Badge number six."

Soon, the trio of friends will make plans to continue their journey.

End of Chapter 26

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Graveler
Ninetales
Staryu

At Oak's Lab
Venusaur
Hypno
Dugtrio
Alolan Ninetales
Snorlax

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Kadabra
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhyhorn
Porygon

27. Island Hopping to Gym Number 7

Author's Note

Time for Diamond Tiara and her friends to travel on the water to their next goal.

27. Island Hopping to Gym Number 7

At the Saffron City Pokémon Center, Diamond Tiara and her friends were looking at the map on Babs Seed's recharged phone. The see that their next stop is a place called Cinnabar Island. They saw the route to get there. So, Diamond had Eevee to use Sky Dash to take them all back to Fuschia City. Then slipping on some swimwear the girls are set to go.

Babs wore a short sleeve blue rash guards and lavender board shorts while Silver wore a red long sleeve swimsuit. They both boarded Lapras while Diamond, wearing the wetsuit she wore in the Cerulean City gym, joined Eevee on their board. Eevee's Sea Skim comes in handy here.

"This is most exciting experience we ever had." Silver said. "Good thing you were given that Lapras, Babs."

"You said it, Silver." Babs replied. "I'm also glad we have on our swimwear. This way, our regular clothes won't get wet."

"I guess my mother learned that we'd be taking this route." Diamond added. "That's why she came by to give me my wetsuit back."

As the girls travel by sea, they see a patch of land. They got off and look at their surroundings.

"So, this is the Seafoam Islands." Silver said. "I wonder where we go from here."

Babs soon sees a cave. "Let's go this way."

The girls enter the cave and us astounded.

"This cavern is magnificent." Diamond said. "Let's put on our footwear. This way, our feet won't get cut open."

Babs put on her sandals while Diamond and Silver slip on their sneakers.

"Good call." Babs said with relief.

As they look around, the see a big pillar. Seeing where that pillar would go, Diamond had Eevee use Strong Push to move the pillar until it went down the hole. Taking a peek down, Silver sees where that pillar went.

"Looks like that pillar is blocking part of some rushing water." Silver noticed. "If we can find another piller to block completely, we can sail on the water."

"Good idea, Silver." Babs cheered.

The heroes continue their travels. They admire the Pokémon that inhabit these caves including Zubat, Golbat, and Jynx. Soon, they found another pillar. Thanks to Eevee's Strong Push, the pillar was pushed into a hole. Diamond looked down the hole, and saw the pillar was next to the one Eevee pushed earlier.

"Your idea worked, Silver." Diamond praised. "We can jump into the water and sail to another area."

As the team jumps into the hole, Babs calls for Lapras as Diamond got on her board for Eevee's Sea Skim. Landing in the water, the girls ride the water to another area. After getting on land again, they were shocked to see something beautiful. It was a massive blue bird that give off am icy feel.

"I never saw a Pokémon like that." Silver gasped.

"I think that's one of the legendary bird Pokémon in Kanto." Babs said. "This one is called an Articuno, the Freeze Pokémon."

Interested, Diamond gets out her Pokédex. Articuno, the Freeze Pokémon. When this Pokémon flaps it's wings, the air becomes very chilly.

Soon, Articuno flies up, and looks for another place in the cave to nest.

"I'm surprised you didn't want to catch that Pokémon." Silver noticed.

"I don't need to." Diamond said. "Just looking at that Pokémon is enough for me."

Soon, the trio found their way out of the cave. But, they were confronted by a female Ace Trainer.

"Which of you girls would like to have a Pokémon battle with me?" The Ace Trainer asked.

Diamond Tiara steps up to accept the challenge. "I can use practice."

The Ace Trainer gets out a Poké Ball. "My name is Alice. And, here's my first of three Pokémon. Go, Jolteon!"

Out pops a bigger version of Eevee. This Pokémon is yellow with spiky fur.

Jolteon, the Lightning Pokémon and one of the evolved forms of Eevee. The Pokédex said. When Jolteon gets mad, it's hair turns into needles. And, fires them at the enemy.

Diamond calls for her first Pokémon. "Let's go, Ninetales."

After Ninetales came out, Alice struck fast. "Jolteon, use Thunder Fang!"

Jolteon rushed in with a mouth full of electricity. It bit Ninetales and distributeed it's electric power.

"Oh no!" Diamond gasped.

"Okay, Jolteon." Alice called out. "Pin Missile, FIRE!"

Jolteon fired needles at Ninetales. Diamond reacted quickly. "Ninetales, use Confuse Ray!"

Ninetales used the Confuse Ray at the needles, and fired them back at Jolteon. Alice got shocked as Diamond strikes back. "Let's do this, Ninetales. Use Flamethrower!"

Ninetales blew fire onto Jolteon. The Lightning Pokémon soon fainted. After recalling Jolteon, Alice made her next choice. "Here's number two. Go, Vaporeon!"

Out pops a blue cat like creature with fins around it's head and a fish like tail.

Vaporeon, the Bubble Jet Pokémon and one of the evolved forms of Eevee. The Pokédex said. It can blend into any body of water to perfectly camouflage itself.

"Ninetales, return." Diamond said as she makes her next choice. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu pops out, ready for action.

"Type differences won't help you." Alice boasted. "Vaporeon, use Bubble Beam."

Vaporeon fires a beam of water at Pikachu. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge, then use Quick Attack!"

Pikachu zips away from the Bubble Beam, and strikes Vaporeon. Diamond followed that move up. "Now, use Thunderbolt!"

Pikachu fired it's electrical attack, and shocked Vaporeon enough to make it faint. Alice realized she's up against tough competition as she recalls Vaporeon. "Here's my third and final Pokémon. Go, Flareon!"

Out pops a red cat creature with a fureu tuft on it's neck and a fluffy yellow tail.

Flareon, the Flame Pokémon and one of the evolved forms of Eevee. Said the Pokédex. It's fire sac around it's neck contains the most powerful heat.

"Pikachu, return." Diamond said. She then makes her next choice. "Let's go, Starmie!"

Out comes a Starmie which shocked Babs and Silver.

"Flareon," Alice called out, "clamp down with Fire Fang!"

Flareon approached with a mouth full of fire. Diamond is ready. "Okay, Starmie. Use Water Gun!"

Starmie blasted a stream of water at Flareon. The Flame Pokémon soon fainted, and Alice recalled her friend.

"You are a worthy trainer." Alice said as she and Diamond shook hands. "Thank you for the battle."

This made Diamond feel proud. As the trio of friends travel on the water, Babs saw something they were looking for. "There it is. Cinnabar Island."

"Good eye, Babs." Diamond said happily. "Full steam ahead!"

End of Chapter 27

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Graveler
Ninetales
Starmie

At Oak's Lab
Venusaur
Hypno
Dugtrio
Alolan Ninetales
Snorlax

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Kadabra
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhyhorn
Porygon

28. A Mansion and a Game Show

Author's Note

The girls face a lot of Twista and turns as they prepare for Diamond's next gym battle.

28. A Mansion and a Game Show

After arriving at Cinnabar Island, the girls went to the Pokémon Center to heal their Pokémon. Meanwhile, the girls changed into their regual clothes. Silver and Babs changed into the outfits they wore when they first got together with Diamond. Diamond herself changed into her red T shirt and overalls.

"How did you get that Starmie?" Babs asked.

"During our travels, I found a Water Stone." Diamond explained. "I learned that it evolves certain Pokémon like Staryu."

"Makes sense to me."

Soon, they find themselves at a laboratory. Babs was waiting outside. Diamond and Silver walked outside with smiles on their faces.

"How did it go?" Babs asked.

"It went well." Diamond said. "Here's what the Helix Fossil gave me."

Out popped a creature with a spiral shell on its back. Diamond played back the info on this Pokémon. Omanyte, the Spiral Pokémon. Its shell can protect itself from any attack.

"And, here's what that Old Amber holds." Silver said.

Out popped a giant rock bird. The Pokédex gave Babs some good information. Aerodactyl, the Fossil Pokemon. The fangs in it's jaws are as sharp as saws.

"That's awesome!" Babs said.

"Thanks." Diamond replied. "This is why I sent Starmie to Professor Oak."

"Now, one problem. How will we get into the Pokémon Gym? The doors are locked."

"I heard there's a secret key in that old mansion." Silver said as she pointed to the building. "Let's look in there."

As the crew look around, they see many Koffing floating around. They soon encountered a burglar who sent out a small orange puppy. Diamond used her Pokédex to study this Pokémon. Growlithe, the Puppy Pokémon. This Pokémon is always loyal to it's trainer.

Diamond decided to call for a Pokémon she hasn't brought out in a while. "Let's go, Graveler!"

Graveler came out, but the burglar isn't impressed. "What cam that pile of rocks do? Growlithe, Flame Wheel!"

Growlithe soon spins like a firey ball Diamond countered. "Time for your new move, Graveler. Use Rollout!"

Tucking it's leg and arms, Graveler rolled hard into Growlithe. When the burglar saw Growlithe fainted, he recalled it and ran away. Just then, Graveler started to glow. That means it's evolving. Seconds later, a boulder like creature appeared.

"My Graveler evolved into a Golem!" Diamond cheered.

Golem, the Megaton Pokémon and the evolved form of Graveler. The Pokédex said. It's strong enough to withstand an explosion.

Diamond was happy as she and Golem high fived each other. Silver saw something on the floor.

"I think this is the Secret Key to the Cinnabar Gym." Silver figured.

"Let's take it to the gym and find out." Diamond replied as she recalls Golem.

After exiting the mansion, the girls tried the key on the locked door of the gym. It worked. The lock was undone and the door opened. The atmosphere was like a game show studio. Diamond put on her sneakers so she won't embarrass anyone in the place. The girls sat down with others as a young man wearing glasses stepped up to the microphone.

"Ladies and Gentlemen," the young man said, "welcome to the Cinnabar Quiz Game. And, here's your host, Blaine!"

The crowd applauded as a elderly man with white hair and mustache and wearing a lab coat stepped on the stage.

"Thank you for that great intro, Brian." Blaine said as he turned to the audience. "Hi, everybody. It's time to choose one of you to play." He soon sees Diamond Tiara in the crowd. "How about you, farm girl?"

Diamond was shocked to be called in as a contestant. She stepped up onto the stage.

"So, what's your name, young lady?" Blaine asked.

"Diamond Tiara." Diamond answered. "I come from Canterlot."

"Well, Miss Tiara. Step in to the podium and we can begin."

As soon as Diamond steps into a game area, Blaine gives her some instructions. "I'm going to test your knowledge on Pokémon . Are you ready?"

"I guess so." Diamond replied.

"Okay then, here's your first question." Blaine pulls out a card. "Which Pokémon is known as the Spitfire Pokémon? Magmar or Growlithe?"

Diamond quickly answered. "It's Magmar. I've seen a Growlithe. It's referred as the Puppy Pokémon."

A bell sounded as Blaine cheered. "Magmar is correct. You get a Blaine doll."

A plush version of Blaine popped up as Blaine got her attention. "Here's Question number two. How many Gym Badges do you need to enter the Pokémon League? Seven or eight?"

Diamond answered in a few seconds. "I need eight badges. This gym is stop number seven for me."

The bell sounded again. Everybody cheered.

"You DO need eight badges." Blaine said. "Right answer. Here's another Blaine doll."

A second Blaine plushie pops up. In the audience, Silver and Babs cheered for their friend.

"Okay, Diamond. Here's question number three." Blaine said. "How effective are steel type moves against fire Pokémon?"

Diamond thought about it. After five seconds, she gave an answer. "Not so effective. In fact, fire moves are super effective against steel Pokémon."

The bell rings as Blaine cheered. "You guessed right, my dear. Here comes another plushie!"

As a third Blaine plushie pops out, Blaine takes out another card. "Here we go with question number four. True or False? TM 28 contains Tombstoney."

Diamond quickly answered the question. "False. There's no such move as Tombstoney."

The audience cheered as the bells ring through out the studio.

"You are on a roll." Blaine said happily. "Here's another Plushie."

As a fourth Blaine plushie pops out, Diamond is ready for anything.

"Here's your final question, Diamond." Blaine said to you. "Who would you like to battle? The leader of this gym, a crafty old man, or someone with a handsome mustache?"

Diamond Tiara thought about it, and after seven seconds, she gave her answer. "Believe it or not, I think it's all of the above. Because the gym leader here is," She then pointed at Blane. "YOU!"

The bell rings wildly as a fifth Blaine plushie pops out.

"Congratulations, Diamond Tiara." Blaine said proudly. "You answered your questions correctly. And, as you figured, I am the Gym Leader of Cinnabar Island. And, I specialize in Fire Pokémon. Now, get ready for a four on four gym battle!"

After the game show experience, Diamond is ready for her Gym Battle against Blaine. Will she put out his fire or will she get burned?

We'll find out in our next episode.

End of Chapter 28

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Golem
Dugtrio
Omanyte

At Oak's Lab
Venusaur
Hypno
Vulpix
Snorlax
Alolan Ninetales
Starmie

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Kadabra
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhyhorn
Porygon
Aerodactyl

29. A Blazing Gym Battle

Author's Note

After her game show experience, Diamond Tiara is set for her seventh gym battle.

29. A Blazing Gym Battle

In our previous chapter, Diamond and her friends unlocked the doors to the Cinnabar Gym, and find themselves in what looks like a game show studio. Diamond Tiara was invited to participate in a quiz by the quiz master: Blaine. After correctly answering her questions, Diamond is now ready to face Blaine in an official Gym Battle. The audience including Diamond's friends, Silver Spoon and Babs Seed, are watching with interest.

In another area outside of Cinnabar, Holly Prema watches the battle. After calming down, her straitjacket was removed by Jet Set and Upper Crust.

"I still can't believe I'm in better company than my former leader." Holly said to herself. "Time to see how Diamond fares against Blaine."

Back in Cinnabar Island, Diamond was ready to face her opponent with Eevee by her side.

"Are you ready, Diamond Tiara?" Blaine asked.

"I sure am." Diamond replied.

"Then, here comes my first Pokémon. Go, Ninetales!"

When Blaine's Ninetales came out, Diamond already knows who she'll summon. "Let's go, Golem!"

Golem came out and shook the stage as it landed.

"A rock type, huh?" Blaine said with interest. "Ninetales, use Flamethrower!"

Ninetales blew fire on Golem. Being a rock type, Golem was not infected that much.

"Now, it's my turn." Diamond announced. "Golem, use Rock Slide!"

As Golem made rocks appear tomcrush Ninetales, Blaine countered the move. "Ninetales, use Quick Attack to avoid those rocks!"

Ninetales quickly avoided the rocks, but Diamond took advantage of this. "Okay, Golem. Use ROLLOUT!"

Golem soon rooled at high speed to run into Ninetales. The Fox Pokémon soon fainted.

"Ninetales is unable to battle." The announcer, Brian, said to the crowd. "Golem wins!"

"Ninetales, return." Blaine said. He was impressed with Diamond's move. "Using Rock Slide as a distraction was a clever idea."

"Thanks, Blaine." Diamond said.

"Let's see what you can do with my second Pokémon. Go, Rapidash!"

Out comes a beautiful horse with a blazing mane and tail. Another noticeable feature is the horn on it's head. Diamond's Pokédex comes alive. Rapidash, the Fire Horse Pokémon and the evolved form of Ponyta. It can run fast. When it dies, it's mane blazes.

"That won't stop us." Diamond said. "Golem, use Rollout!"

As soon as Golem rolls, Blaine is ready. "Here's my solution to Rock types. Rapidash, use Double Kick!"

Rapidash soon kicked Golem twice, stopping the Rollout this got Diamond scared. "Uh oh."

"Turn up the heat, Rapidash!" Blaine called out. "Fire Blast!"

Rapidash blew a five point fire star at Golem. Because it was weakened by Double Kick, the Megaton Pokémon fainted.

"Golem is unable to battle." Brian announced. "Rapidash wins."

"Golem, return." Diamond sadly said. "Nice try. Time to rest." She then made her next choice. "Let's go, Omanyte!"

When Omanyte appeared, Blaine was shocked. "An Omanyte? How did you get that prehistoric Pokémon?"

"I was given a Helix Fossil in Mt. Moon." Diamond explained. "I took it to the lab here. And, that's how I got Omanyte."

"I'll still beat it. Ponyta, use Flamethrower!'

Ponyta blew fire at Omanyte. Diamond reacted quickly. "Omanyte, use Mud Shot."

Omanyte shot out some mud at Rapidash. Blaine got concerned. "Oh no. Ground type moves work against fire types as well as it effects electrical types."

"Now, finish it up with Hydro Pump!"

Omanyte blasts Rapidash with a strong stream of water. Soon, Rapidash fainted.

"Rapidash is unable to battle." Brian announced. "Omanyte wins."

"Great work, Omanyte!" Diamond cheered.

Suddenly, Omanyte started to glow. That means it's evolution time. Seconds later Omanyte grew a bit bigger and have spikes on it's shell.

"This is a great moment." Blaine praised. "Your Omanyte evolved into an Omastar!"

Diamond pulls out her Pokédex. "So, that's an Omastar, huh?"

Omastar, the Spiral Pokémon and the evolved form of Omanyte. Said the Pokédex. With it's many tentacles, many believe that Omastar is an ancestor of Octillery.

Everybody in the audience were pleasantly surprised. Babs and Silver were happy for this moment. Blaine recalled Rapidash and made his next choice. "Here's a Pokémon I talked about earlier. Go, Magmar!"

A red and yellow fire creature came out. Diamond nervously pulls out her Pokédex. "So, that's a Magmar."

Magmar, the Spitfire Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Magmar are often seen at volcanoes soaking in lava.

Thinking about what Magmar is capable of , Diamond recalls Omastar and made her next choice. "Let's go, Dugtrio!"

Dugtrio popped out, ready for action. But, Blaine was quick. "Magmar, Fire Punch!"

Magmar covered it's fist with fire, and quickly punched Dugtrio. This panicked Diamond as Blaine followed it up. "Use Fire Blast!"

Magmar blew a five point fire star. Diamond reacted quickly. "Dugtrio, use Dig to avoid that Fire Blast!"

Dugtrio zipped down into the ground as the firey star blew by. Magmar looked to see where Dugtrio would pop out. Just then, Dugtrio appeared and damaged Magmar. Diamond followed up that attack. "Okay, Dugtrio. Use Earthquake!"

The Mole Pokémon shook the ground so much, Magmar quickly fainted.

"Magmar is unable to battle." Brian announced. "Dugtrio wins."

"Magmar, return." Blaine said. "Good try, my friend." He then turned to his opponent. "It's been a while since anybody brought me down to my last Pokémon."

"Bring it on, Blaine." Diamond said to him. "I'm ready."

"Not for this, you're not. Go, Arcanine!"

Out pops a bigger version of Growlithe with fur on it's head and a bigger tail. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex to learn of this Pokémon. "So, this is what Growlithe evolves into."

Arcanine, the Legendary Pokémon and the evolved form of Growlithe. The Pokédex said. This Pokémon uses the fire within it's body to fuel speed.

"Time for your Dugtrio to be run over." Blaine told her. "Arcanine, use Extreme Speed!"

Arcanine moved so fast, Diamond didn't have time to give a command. The impact caused Dugtrio to faint.

"Dugtrio is unable to battle." Brian announced. "Arcanine wins."

"Dugtrio, return." Diamond said.

"I hope she can recover from this." Silver said with worry.

Diamond soon made another decision. "Back to action, Omastar!"

Omastar came back out. Diamond struck first. "Omastar, Spike Cannon, FIRE!"

The Spiral Pokémon fired a bunch of darts at Arcanine. They struck it hard. Diamond followed it up. "Omastar, wrap it up with Hydro Pump!"

Just as Omastar used Hydro Pump, Blaine unleashed a surprise. "Arcanine, use Thunder Fang on that water!"

With a mouth full of electricity, Arcanine bit on the water. The electricity traveled through the Hydro Pump and strike at Omastar. Soon, the prehistoric Pokémon fainted.

"Omastar is unable to battle." Brian announced. "Arcanine wins."

As Diamond recalls Omastar, Blaine told her his strategy. "Figuring somebody would use water types, I trained Magmar and Arcanine to use electric attacks as perfect counters. So, who will be your final Pokémon?"

Diamond soon pointed at Arcanine and Eevee rushed ahead. Blaine is amused. "This will be too easy. Arcanine, Fire Blast!"

As Arcanine energized it's fire attack, Diamond quickly acted. "Eevee, use Quick Attack to avoid that Fire!"

Eevee sped away from the fire attack. Diamond followed it up with a surprise of her own. "Eevee, use Swift!"

Eevee fired a barrage of stars at Arcanine. Being tired from battling Dugtrio and Omastar, this powerful Pokémon soon slowly fainted.

"I don't believe it!" Brian gasped. "But, it's true. Arcanine is unable to battle. Eevee wins. The winner of this Gym Battle is Diamond Tiara! Congratulations!"

Eevee happily jumped into Diamond's arms as she cheered for her victory. After recalling Arcanine, Blaine approached her. "That was quite a battle, Miss Tiara. That Eevee is quite the powerhouse."

"Thank you, Blaine." Diamond said happily.

"Now, here's another question. What's red on the outside, dark pink on the inside, and is not hot despite it's appearance?"

This question got Diamond stumped. "Okay, Blaine. I give up. What is it?"

Blaine soon pulls out a badge with the description he gave in his question. "The answer is a Volcano Badge. And, you have truly earned it."

Diamond accepted the badge as Silver and Babs went up to be with her.

"With this badge," Diamond said proudly, "I just need one more to enter the Pokémon League."

Outside the Gym, the mystery man in blue is on his phone. "Holly, you finally picked up. Where the Dickens are you?"

He soon heard a female voice. "Sorry, sir. I'm afraid Miss Prema is unavailable right now. You won't influence her anymore."

"Upper Crust?" The mysterious man gasped. When he heard the phone hung up, he got nervous. "Uh oh."

End of Chapter 29

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Golem
Dugtrio
Omastar

At Oak's Lab
Venusaur
Hypno
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Snorlax
Starmie

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Kadabra
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhyhorn
Porygon
Aerodactyl

30. Back to the Starting Point

Author's Note

Someone asked if Diamond Tiara and friends would meet Ash Ketchum. Well, wonder no further.

30. Back to the Starting Point

After winning her seventh badge, Diamond is excited to get her eight and final badge. She looks at the seven badges in her case and is so proud of herself. Soon, she changed into her wetsuit and had Eevee use Sea Skim while Silver and Babs followed on Lapras.

"So, where are we going now?" Silver asked as they travel on the water along Route 21.

"According to my map app," Babs said, "we're heading for Viridian City. The location of the eighth gym."

"But first," Diamond interrupted, "we're going on shore to head for Pallet Town. That's where my journey began, you know."

As soon as the girls arrived on shore, Babs recalled Lapras,and they moved on. They soon made their way to a small village.

"This is Pallet Town, huh?" Silver asked.

"Yup." Diamond answered. "The home of legendary Pokémon trainer, Ash Ketchum."

"I wouldn't call myself legendary." Said the voice of a young boy.

The girls soon saw a black haired boy wearing a red cap with a Poké Ball design. He wore one of his trainer outfits(From his travels in Hoenn). Diamond's eyes widened.

"No way!" Diamond gasped. "Ash Ketchum!"

"That's me." Ash replied as a Pikachu hops on his shoulder.

The girls and Eevee are still in shock as Ash walks over to them.

"Hello, Diamond Tiara." Ash greeted. "It's good to meet you."

"You know about me?" Diamond said in shock.

"I sure do. And, I also know about your traveling companions, Babs Seed and Silver Spoon. I hear that Silver is your BFF."

Silver blushed, knowing Ash is right.

"What can we do for you, Ash?" Diamond asked.

"I'm just visiting my good friend, Professor Oak." Ash replied. "How about coming along?"

"Good idea. I'll bet he would like to see me again."

Diamond and company head into the lab. There Professor Oak and Gary were there. This shocked Ash. "Gary?"

"Hi, Ash." Gary said. "Good to see you again."

"What brings you here. Visiting your grandpa, huh?"

"Actually, me and gramps here we're waiting for Diamond and her pals."

"You were waiting for us?" Diamond gasped.

"That's right, miss Tiara." Prof. Oak replied. "We heard that the Viridian City gym leader has returned."

"That's great, Professor Oak. I do have seven badges. One away from entering the Pokémon League."

"So, who's the gym leader?" Babs asked.

"That's the mystery." Gary answered. "Nobody knows."

Everybody got disappointed. Even Pikachu and Eevee.

"Don't worry, friends." Oak said. "I have some presents for you girls."

Professor Oak gave Diamond Tiara a necklace with a green crystal in a star. Silver Spoon received a heart shaped pin with a blue jewel. Babs was given a wristband with a red jewel.

"Those trinkets you girls received all contain what we call keystones." Oak explained. "You know what keystones lead to?"

Diamond soon knows the answer. "Mega Evolution!" She gasped. "That was first discovered in the Kalos region."

"Correct, Miss Tiara. My grandson has mega stones for all three of you."

Gary takes out some crystals for the girls.

"For you, Diamond," Gary announced, "here's a Venusaurite."

Diamond was happy to receive the green Mega Stone as Gary goes to the next girl.

"Here's yours, Silver Spoon." Gary said. "It's Blastoisite."

Silver Spoon was happy with her blue Mega Stone.

"Finally, Babs Seed." Gary proudly said. "Here's two Mega Stones. Charizardite X and Charizardite Y."

"Wow!" Babs gasped. "This is heavy."

Silver soon realized something. "This new power up might help you in your eighth gym battle."

"I think you're right." Diamond said." Let's see if we can get our Pokémon fitted with these new stones."

Later that day, ore workers brought out Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise wearing their mega stones. Venusaur's stone in on the stem of it's giant flower. Charizard's stone is on a chest plate. And Blastoise's stone is on a metal wristband. The girls were all impressed. One of the workers removed a part of Charizard's plate and presented to Babs.

"This piece is made to be removed so you can switch mega stones." The worker said as she's given the Charizardite Y.

"That sounds cool." Babs said happily. "For now, I'll keep the Charizardite X on so I can try it out."

Babs returned the stone holder onto Charizard's plate. Ash was curious about something as he turns to Diamond. "I heard you guys met an Articuno earlier."

"We did." Diamond replied. "That wasn't the only legendary Pokémon we saw."

Ash, Professor Oak, and Gary listened to Diamond's story.

Flashback

Just after I got my seventh badge, we heard about an old power plant near Cerulean City. After using Eevee's Sky Dash to return to Cerulean, we traveled on the water before we reached the old power plant. Then we decided to explore.

As the girls looked around, Diamond saw a Magnemite. Thinking she can an electric type, she captured it with a Poké Ball. The group saw a yellow bug like creature with black stripes. She studied it with her Pokédex. Electabuzz, the Electric Pokémon. This Pokémon often has a problem with it's electric power constantly leaking out.

At another area, they were all shocked to see what looks like a giant bird whose wings look ragged. Babs noticed what it was. "I think that's another legendary bird of Kanto. That's a Zapdos, the Electric Pokémon."

Diamond's Pokédex comes alive with information. Zapdos, the Electric Pokémon. This Pokémon can bend electricity at will

Just then, Zapdos squawked loudly and broke free from wires that binded it. Zapdos looked at Diamond, feeling a kind heart within her. Soon, it flew out of the power plant and up into the sky.

End of Flashback

"I guess Zapdos sensed that I don't mean any harm." Diamond finished.

"Interesting." Oak said. "To think you girls saw two legendary Pokémon during your travels."

"Grandpa has a point." Gary added. "For now, you better get some rest, Diamond Tiara. You have a gym battle to look forward to."

"Roger that." Diamond replied.

"You guys can bunk in my house." Ash said. "My mom would like to meet you guys. And, your little Eevee too."

Pikachu gave them a thumbs up. It was nice of Ash to let Diamond and her friends to stay at his house. The next morning, the girls head out to Viridian City. And, Diamond's eighth gym battle.

End of Chapter 30

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Golem
Dugtrio
Omastar

At Oak's Lab
Venusaur
Ninetales
Hypno
Alolan Ninetales
Snorlax
Starmie
Magnemite

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Kadabra
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhyhorn
Porygon
Aerodactyl

31. Returning to Viridian

Author's Note

Here's a filler before gym battle number 8.

31. Returning to Viridian

The sun rises in Pallet Town. On the couch in the living room, Diamond Tiara slowly woke up. Wearing her long sleeve nightgown, she was enjoying the atmosphere of Ash Ketchum's house. Just then, Ash's mother, Delia, came in.

"Good morning, Diamond Tiara." Mrs. Ketchum greeted.

"Good morning, ma'am." Diamond replied.

"Did you sleep well?"

"I did. This is one of the most comfortable couches I laid down on."

Delia is impressed with that comment. "That's something I never expected from a member of one of the most elegant families in Canterlot."

This got the former prissy girl shocked. "You know about my reputation?"

"I've often heard about who's who in Canterlot. And, that includes you and your family."

Diamond is impressed that anybody in the Pokémon world knows about Canterlot. Later, the crew was leaving the house. Dressed in her long sleeve blue shirt and capris, Diamond is set to leave.

"Thank you for letting me stay, Ash." Diamond said as they shook hands in friendship.

"You're welcome." Ash said. "You and your pals are always welcome to visit us here in Pallet Town."

"Be sure to say hello to the Cutie Mark Crusaders for us." Delia added.

"We will." Babs replied.

Ash's Pikachu came up to say goodbye to the guests. Diamond wound up petting him. "Good to meet you, Pikachu."

Soon, the trio and Eevee went on their way.

"That Eevee who goes with Diamond reminds me of Pikachu in a way." Ash said happily.

Delia agreed. "I can see why."

At another house, Diamond's host, Jessica was on the phone with someone. "She's heading for Viridian City to earn her final badge."

In the city of Canterlot, Spoiled Rich is on her own phone. "Thank you, Jessica. I'm keeping track of her progress. Bye, dear."

After hanging up, Spoiled Rich looks at her map of Kanto. She sees the stickers of numbers at locations of the gyms Diamond won in.

"Seven down, one to go." Spoiled said to herself. "My young lady is almost ready for the Pokémon League."

Meanwhile, Diamond and company stopped for a break as they let their Pokémon have some time to stretch. The Pokémon are getting along with each other. Pidgeot and Fearow fly above the crowd. Pikachu and Eevee ride upon Porygon. Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise enjoy each other's company. Omastar and Lapras enjoy floating in the water. The girls watch with happy smiles.

"Our Pokémon seem to like each other." Diamond realized.

"I know." Silver added. "Even Aerodactyl is relaxing."

Aerodactyl rests under a tree as Hypno and Kadabra meditate together.

"Hey, Diamond." Babs said. "I see you brought Venusaur, and Hypno. What's your strategy?"

"I heard that the mysterious gym leader at Viridian City uses ground type Pokémon." Diamond added. "I figured that grass and water types are effective. And, It's been a while since Hypno joined us."

"That makes sense."

"Makes sense to me too." Silver added. "That mega evolution we recently got will be helpful in your gym battle."

Diamond admitted that her best friend is right. Later, after recalling all their Pokémon, the girls returned to their travels. In Viridian City, Holly Prema was walking around, thinking of what she went through thanks to Jet Set and Upper Crust.

"It's hard to believe that those elegant folks helped me." Holly said to herself. "It's like the weight I had to endure is lifted off me."

Pretty soon, she was in another location in Viridian City hidden from the area around the gym.

"According to what I heard," Holly figured, "the leader of the Viridian City gym has returned. And, Diamond has seven badges. She'll need to come to this place to win her eighth and final badge before qualifing to battle the Pokémon League. Here in this place, she won't see me and panic."

Holly remembered on how she tried to use Pokémon from other regions to try to intimidate Diamond to give up her journey. "I shall never get in her way again."

Meanwhile, Babs and Kadabra were battling a ballerina and her Vileplume. After avoiding Vileplume's Vine Whip, Kadabra was set to finish the battle.

"Let's do this, Kadabra." Babs called out. "Use Psybeam!"

Kadabra fires a beam of psychic energy to strike Vileplume. The massive flower soon fainted.

"Excellent battle, miss Babs Seed." The ballerina said as she shook Babs Seed's hand. "You did well."

This made her happy. Kadabra soon glowed. That means it's starting to evolve. Where Kadabra stood, an Alakazam now stands.

"All right." Babs cheered. "I have an Alakazam if my own!"

Babs and Alakazam high fived each other. Soon, the girls made it to Viridian City. At the Pokémon Center, Diamond and Babs were just relaxing.

"I wonder where Silver disappeared to." Babs asked.

"I heard that she was challenged to a Pokémon battle." Diamond answered.

At that moment, Silver came in. "Hi, guys. I'm back."

"How was your battle?" Diamond asked.

"It went great! Somebody challenged me with a Jolteon. So, I had Rhyhorn ready."

"Sounds awesome. You must've had a great victory."

"And, something else good happened." She then threw her Poké Ball in the air. "This!"

Out pops a gray stone creature with a big horn on it's face.

"Hey!" Babs said. "Her Rhyhorn evolved into a Rhydon."

Diamond took out her Pokédex to study this new Pokémon. "So, that's a Rhydon, huh?"

Rhydon, the Drill Pokémon and the evolved form of Rhyhorn. The Pokédex said. It's horn can break through the hardest material. With it's strong body, it can go through lava without feeling a thing.

Rhydon soon picked up Silver and gave her a hug.

"Easy there, Rhydon." Silver said. "Easy on the ribcage."

Everybody had a good laugh from this moment. Later the girls arrived at the Viridian City gym. After having her badges checked, Diamond walked in to meet the gym leader. But, she was shocked to see who it is. "Giovanni!"

It was indeed Giovanni, the leader of Team Rocket.

"So, we meet again, Diamond Tiara." Giovanni greeted. "You no doubt defeated seven gym leaders. That's why you came here. Time to find out if you can best me in a gym battle."

Will Diamond Tiara defeat Giovanni to get her last gym badge? If so, will she be ready for the Pokémon League?

The answers lie ahead in our next thrilling episode.

End of Chapter 31

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Venusaur
Hypno
Snorlax
Omastar

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Golem
Ninetales
Dugtrio
Alolan Ninetales
Starmie
Magnemite

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Alakazam
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhydon
Porygon
Aerodactyl

32. Diamond Tiara vs. Giovanni (one more time)

Author's Note

It's time for Diamond Tiara to face Giovanni for the last time.

32. Diamond Tiara vs. Giovanni (one more time)

Diamond is facing Giovanni once again. This time, it's an official gym battle. A young lady with short blond hair steps in to act as a referee.

"This shall be a four on four battle." Giovanni explained. "Ready for battle?"

"I sure am!" Diamond answered.

"Very well, my barefoot beauty. Here comes my first Pokémon. Go, Dugtrio!"

When Dugtrio comes out, Diamond makes her move. "Let's go, Omastar!"

Giovanni was shocked to see Omastar. "How does a Prehistoric Pokémon appear in modern times?"

"Me and my friends were given a Spiral Fossil in Mt. Moon." Diamond explained. "Took it to a lab in Cinnabar island, and is resurrected."

"It doesn't matter here. Dugtrio, use Dig!"

As Dugtrio goes underground, Omastar waits for the right moment. When Diamond saw Dugtrio come out, she quickly makes her move. "Quick, use Mud Shot!"

Omastar splotched mud on Dugtrio to stop it's attack. Diamond followed it up. "Now, use Hydro Pump!"

The Spiral Pokémon fired a strong stream of water at Dugtrio, causing it to faint.

"Dugtrio is unable to battle." The woman announced. "Omastar wins!"

"Dugtrio, return." Giovanni said. He then took out another Poké Ball. "You're next, Nidoqueen!"

The appearance of Nidoqueen got Diamond a little afraid. But, she regained her composure. "Let's strike hard, Omastar. Use Spike Cannon!"
As soon as Omastar shot the spikes, Giovanni countered. "Strike at those spikes with Poison Sting!'

Nidoqueen fired poison darts to blasts the spikes away. Giovanni followed it up. "Now, use Double Kick!"

Nidoqueen rushed in and kicked Omastar hard. Since Rock types are vulnerable to fighting moves, Omastar soon fainted.

"Omastar is unable to battle." The woman announced. "Nidoqueen wins."

Giovanni gave a vicious laugh as Diamond recalled Omastar. "So much for your ancient friend, Miss Tiara. Any other victims to give me?"

"My Pokémon and I will not give up." Diamond proclaimed. "Let's go, Hypno!"

The appearance of Hypno astounded everybody. Giovanni was not impressed. "This Pokémon will be defeated just as easily. Nidoqueen, use Double Kick!"

Just as Nidoqueen got close, Diamond struck back. "Hypno, use Zen Headbutt!"

Hypno's head glowed with psychic energy as it struck Nidoqueen. As Nidoqueen recovers, Diamond followed up her move. "Now, Psybeam!"

Firing a blast of psychic energy, Hypno finished off Nidoqueen.

"Nidoqueen is unable to battle," The woman announced. "Hypno wins." She turns to Giovanni. "Sorry, boss."

"Don't apologize." Giovanni said as he recalls Nidoqueen. "You're just doing what's right." He then makes his next choice. "Here's my next Pokémon. Go, Nidoking!"

Out pops a purple version of Nidoqueen with pointy ears, spikes, and a strong horn. Diamond takes out her Pokédex. "NidoKING?"

Nidoking, the Drill Pokémon. The Pokédex said. It has a powerful tail that can knock over anything.

This got Diamond nervous. Giovanni strikes first. "Use Thrash!"

Nidoking came in fast and clobbered Hypno. Diamond got her Pokémon's attention. "Get it together, Hypno. Use Psybeam."

"Quick, Nidoking." Giovanni shouted. "Use Thrash again!"

Nidoking came to hit Hypno again. It was so fast and hard, Hypno fainted.

"Hypno is unable to battle." The woman announced. "Nidoking wins!"

"Hypno, return." Diamond said. "You tried. Now, get some rest."

Diamond noticed that Nidoking looks exhausted and confused. This gives her an idea. "Let's go, Snorlax!"

Snorlax comes out. Giovanni decided to strike first. "Let's end this before she makes her move. Use Thrash!"

But, Nidoking struck itself. The Team Rocket leader soon realized something. "Oh no! Using Thrash multiple times caused it to be confused due to fatigue."

"That's my cue to take advantage of this." Diamond announced. "Snorlax, use Body Slam!"

Snorlax jumps up and landed on Nidoking. After Snorlax got up, everybody saw that Nidoking fainted.

"Nidoking is unable to battle." The woman announced. "Snorlax wins!"

"Good work, Snorlax." Diamond cheered as Snorlax gives her a thumbs up.

Giovanni recalls Nidoking and prepares to continue this battle. "You came this far, my dear. Here's my last Pokémon. Go, Rhydon!"

Rhydon comes out ready to battle. This gives Diamond an idea. She recalls Snorlax, and brings out her next Pokémon. "Go, Venusaur!"

Venusaur comes out. His landing almost shakes the gym.

"Riding your hopes on Venusaur, eh?" Giovanni asked.

"You'll be surprised at what I have in store." Diamond answered.

"We'll see. Rhydon, use Horn Attack!"

With it's horn glowing, Rhydon charges. Diamond counters. "Push him back with Razor Leaf!"

Venusaur uses it's leaves to push Rhydon back. Diamond followed this attack up. "Now, use Vine Whip!"

Just as Venusaur unleashed it's vines, Rhydon stomped on them.

"Not this time!" Giovanni said to his opponent. "Rhydon, use Hammer Arm!"

Rhydon's arm glowed as it struck Venusaur. Diamond is not giving up as she rubs the jewel on her pendant.

"When a Pokémon and trainer work together, nothing is impossible." Diamond began to chant. "Now, my blooming beauty. MEGA EVOLVE!'

Venusaur started to glow. Seconds later, Venusaur's plant became a small tree and a pink flower is on it's head.

"Oh no!" Giovanni gasped. "Mega evolution!"

"Time to deliver the final blow." Diamond said proudly. "Venusaur, use Petal Blizzard!"

Mega Venusaur unleashed many pink petals at Rhydon. It was so hard, the Drill Pokémon fainted.

"Rhydon is unable to battle." The woman announced. "Venusaur wins. The winner of this gym battle is Diamond Tiara!"

Diamond cheered as her Venusaur returns to normal. After recalling Rhydon, Giovanni looks at his opponent with admiration.

"I always thought you were a formidable opponent, Miss Tiara." Giovanni admitted. "I can't face my colleagues after this loss. I hearby disband Team Rocket so that I can go back to being a trainer." He then takes out a leaf shaped object. "Since you have defeated me in a gym badge, I give to you the Earth Badge."

Diamond was given the Earth Badge. And, appreciates the comment. "Thank you, Giovanni. I wish you luck."

This gives Giovanni a feeling of honor. When the girls left the gym, they were met by Holly Prema. Diamond expected trouble from her. But, she has a kinder expression on her face. "Diamond Tiara, we need to talk."

End of Chapter 32

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Venusaur
Hypno
Snorlax
Omastar

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Golem
Ninetales
Dugtrio
Alolan Ninetales
Starmie
Magnemite

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Alakazam
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhydon
Porygon
Aerodactyl

Break 3

In a forest area outside of Viridian City, Jessie and James are trying to squeeze Meowth into a costume to resemble the Rare Pokémon Dratini. Two other people, a woman with long blond hair in pigtails and a man with very short blue hair, watch over them.

"Hey!" Meowth whimpered. "What are you guys doing?"

"Shut up, Meowth!" James responded angrily. "We're in trouble for Giovanni disbanding our organization."

"James is right." Jessie added. "There are other factions of Team Rocket that are not pleased right now."

"That's why Cassidy and Butch are here. They are as upset as we are."

"The only way James and I are getting out of this mess is if we dress you up like a Dratini and present you to Dr. Namba: Our new boss."

Meowth soon had his claws glowing. "You peabrains. This'll never work." He started scratching. "Take that and that!"

Jessie and James felt the scratches and got angry. The blonde woman, Cassidy, grabbed Meowth away as she and Butch pounded on him.

"How dare you scratch your own teammates' faces!" Cassidy shouted.

Butch followed with his own outburst. "For that, we'll mash you flatter than a Grimer!"

33. Holly's Nightmarish Back Story

Author's Note

It's finally time to learn about why Holly Prema attacked Diamond every so often.

33. Holly's Nightmarish Back Story

After Diamond Tiara and her friends left the Viridian City gym, they were confronted by Holly Prema. They were expecting her to harm Diamond with a Pokémon from outside Kanto. But, she didn't. She looked not so angry. After her Pokémon were healed, Diamond and company met Holly in a nice house.

"Where have you been, Holly?" Diamond asked. "I was expecting you to ambush me at any location with a Pokémon. But, at gym locations five through eight, you weren't around."

"That's because I was approached." Holly answered. "But, not by my usual leader."

"You mean to say somebody was telling you to embarrass me in Kanto?"

Holly hung her head in shame. "Yes. And now, I feel ashamed."

Babs approached Holly. "Ashamed about what you were doing to Diamond?"

"More than that, Babs. I'm ashamed about many things."

"Let's hear your story." Silver requested. "And, don't leave out any details."

Holly started to tell the girls her story. "As you probably know, I represent your school's elegant rival academy: Crystal Prep. But, there's another side to me. When I'm not in school, I act as a barefoot tomboy, just like what you're doing recently, Diamond."

Holly takes out a picture of herself in a long sleeve red shirt and blue jeans with holes in the knee areas and her pant cuffs rolled up.

"Were your parents okay with this look?" Diamond asked.

"Yes." Holly answered. "In fact, my parents were the ones who helped me find my wild side."

"Okay. Continue, please."

"Well, one day, something changed that affected me. You girls familiar with a man named Prince Blueblood?"

The girls moaned hearing that name.

"Who hasn't?" Silver said with disgust. "That royal brute is always mean to ladies, including Rarity."

"What's Blueblood have to do with this?" Diamond wondered.

Flashback

Five months ago, Prince Blueblood visited our house. At first, we thought he was a kind soul. During his visit, he was looking at me with an eeriee look. It's as if he's not pleased with me. One night, while I was sleeping, he sneaked into my room. Mom let him spend the night. That would be a big mistake. He woke me up and dragged me into another room.

Next thing I know, I found myself sitting on the floor with my hands tied behind my back, ankles tied together, and my mouth covered by a strong fabric. Blueblood approached me with an angry look.

"Listen here, young lady." Blueblood said angrily. "Diamond Tiara is starting to ignore her mother's influence. She's even beginning to befriend that undignified Apple Bloom child and her friends." He then got furious. "You are to make sure Miss Tiara LEARNS HER PLACE!!!"

Somehow, Blueblood's words affected me. As if his hatred towards your behavior is given to me.

End of Flashback

"Man what a creep!" Babs growled. "Using others to do his dirty work."

"You were affected by his influence that much?" Silver asked.

"I was." Holly replied sadly. "He even told me to throw the Cutie Mark Crusaders out of Diamond's birthday party. Thinking back, I now feel so ashamed."

Diamond had another thought. "I'll bet it was Blueblood who told my mother to be angry at me on the last day of school. He thinks anybody with a snobbish attitude should stay that way."

"So, why the change of heart?" Babs asked.

Holly wiped the tears from her eyes as she continues her story. "As you girls know, I've been using Pokémon from other regions to strike at Diamond. Just when I was going to strike with a Zebstrika in Fuschia City, I was lassoed by Braeburn."

"Cousin Braeburn? No joke?"

"No joke, Babs Seed. He lassoed me and I was approached by two other elegant people, Jet Set and Upper Crust."

"My parents had tea with them on occasions." Diamond said. "Why were they interested in you?"

"We'll tell you why." Said the voice of a fancy woman.

Everybody saw Jet Set and Upper Crust come in to join them as Upper Crust answers Diamond's question. "Jet and I heard that Holly came to Kanto, fearing what she's up to."

"So, we came to Kanto ourselves." Jet Set continued. "We hoped to find Holly and stop her before more damage can be done."

"We even had to restrain her with a straitjacket because she was unstable thanks to Blueblood. That man rubs us the wrong way too."

Holly nodded to say that they were right.

"I guess it makes sense." Diamond figured. "Blueblood probably learned that my father sent me to Kanto to be a Pokémon trainer."

"He probably also learned that you are going with the tomboy attitude." Silver added. "Which includes going barefoot."

"I get it! I get it!" Babs said. "So, this royal bully sent Holly to follow her so to stop her progress."

"Now, I'm mad!" Diamond huffed. "It's bad enough he degrades women. But, to make others try to stop me from acting on my own, that's despicable!"

"Calm down, my dear." Upper Crust said, comforting her. "Forget that brute and concentrate on your current mission. We understand you now have eight gym badges. Correct?"

"That's right." Diamond answered as she showed the fancy couple her badge case.

"Excellent." Jet Set praised. "Now, you can head down Victory Road and straight to the Indigo Plateau. That's where the Elite Four of Kanto's Pokémon League await new challengers."

Soon, Jet, Upper, and Holly are set to leave as Holly shook Diamond's hand in friendship.

"I'll be there to cheer you on, Diamond." Holly said proudly. "Good luck."

The trio of fancy people leave as Diamond and her friends wave goodbye to them. Meanwhile, the mysterious stranger in the blue trenchcoat watches and us not pleased.

"So, Holly is joining Jet Set and Upper Crust now." The man said. "No doubt, they'll protect her from any further influence."

The man removed his trenchcoat to reveal a white tuxedo with a black bow tie. He removed his hat to reveal dirty blond hair. The stranger was Prince Blueblood. The arrogant person behind Holly's whole nightmare.

"Looks like I'll have to handle Miss Tiara myself." Blueblood said to himself. "I'll head for the Indigo Plateau. And, wait for the right moment to strike."

End of Chapter 33

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Pidgeot
Venusaur
Hypno
Snorlax
Omastar

At Oak's Lab
Pikachu
Golem
Ninetales
Dugtrio
Alolan Ninetales
Starmie
Magnemite

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Alakazam
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhydon Porygon
Aerodactyl

34. On The Road to Victory Road

Author's Note

Time for a filler before Diamond and company head down Victory Road.

34. On The Road to Victory Road

The girls and Eevee were all set to head for Victory Road on the way to the Pokémon League. They were impressed that Gary Oak volunteered to watch over the Viridian City gym as Giovanni decided to return to bring a Pokémon trainer. As the girls were traveling, they encountered Zephyr Breeze who wanted to see how Diamond is faring.

"Let's fly, Pidgeot!" Zephyr called out.

Pidgeot came out, ready for action. Zephyr was expecting Diamond to call for Pikachu. But, she has a surprise. "Let's go, Magnemite!"

When Magnemite came out, Zephyr was shocked. "A Magnemite?"

"Who were you expecting?" Diamond replied. "Pikachu?"

"Still won't stop me. Pidgeot, use Alr Slash!"

Pidgeot flapped it's wings to strike at Magnemite. But, being a steel type, Magnemite is not affected that much. Diamond strikes back. "Magnemite, use Discharge!"

The Magnet Pokémon fired a shot of electricity at Pidgeot. The majestic bird soon fainted. As Zephyr recalled Pidgeot, he sees something wild. "Looks like your Magnemite is starting to evolve."

Zephyr is right as Magnemite grew into a Pokémon that looks like three Magnemites fused together. Silver was astounded. "I don't believe it. It evolved into a Magneton."

Diamond used her Pokédex to study this Pokémon. Magneton, the Magnet Pokémon and the evolved form of Magnemite. The three Magnemites that make us this Pokémon has added electric power. But, not added intelligence.

Zephyr gains confidence. "Electric power is not effective against this. Come out, Vileplume!"

Vileplume pops out and stands firm.

"So, your Gloom evolved, huh?" Diamond said.

"You got it, DT." Zephyr replied. "Thank goodness for evolution stones."

After recalling Magneton, Diamond made her next choice. "Go, Snowflake!"

Zephyr's eyes widened when he saw her choice. "Your Alolan Ninetales?"

"That's right. I got to get all of my Pokémon ready for the Pokémon League."

"Vileplume, shower that ghostly fox with Petal Dance!"

As Vileplume fired it's pink petals, Diamond struck back and struck hard. "Snowflake, use Aurora Beam."

The Alolan Ninetales fired it's rainbow beam at the petals and Vileplume. Diamond followed it up. "Now, let's turn up the chill with Ice Beam!"

The power of the Ice Beam was strong enough to knock out Vileplume.

"Vileplume, return!" Zephyr said. He then brought out a surprise. "Your turn, Marowak!"

When a Marowak appeared, every was surprised. Babs looked at it with interest. "Is this the same Cubone you comforted at Lavender Town?"

"That's right, Babs. Here's how much trust we have for each other. Marowak, use Bonemarang!"

Marowak threw it's bone like a boomerang. It whizzed in the air until it struck Snowflake. It was hit very hard. Concerned, Diamond recalled her Alolan friend. She then made another move. "Here's a surprise for you, Zephyr. Let's go, Omastar!"

Zephyr was impressed to see Omastar. But, he soon got fierce. "Your regenerated prehistoric Pokémon looks cool. But, I'll still win. Marowak, use Bone Club!"

Marowak rushed in with it's bone. Diamond, however, is ready. "Omastar, use Hydro Pump!"

Omastar fired a strong stream of water to knock out Marowak. Zephyr Breeze recalled Marowak and unleashed his last choice. "Time to shine, Raichu!"

When Diamond saw Raichu come out, she got concerned. She recalled Omastar and made her next choice. "Let's go, Golem!"

As soon as Golem came out, Zephyr made his move. "Here's my answer to Rock types. Raichu, use Iron Tail!"

Raichu's tail soon became metal as it struck Golem. Diamond is determined to help her Pokémon. "I have faith in you, Golem. Use Rollout!"

Golem soon tucked into a round boulder and rolled fast. Before Zephyr can fight back, Golem struck Raichu so fast, it fainted. Admitting defeat, he recalled his friend.

"You're not fooling around with your training, DT." Zephyr said. "You're ready for anything."

"That I am." Diamond replied. "I hope I meet you at the Indigo Plateau."

"You definitely will. Later."

Zephyr Breeze left to head for the Indigo Plateau to face the Pokémon League. As they approached one of the gates, one of the guards stopped her.

"You can only enter through here if you have the Boulder Badge." The guard said.

Diamond presented the badge case to the guard. He saw all eight badges, and let the girls go. As they go through the various gates, Diamond thought about the gym leaders she faced. She first thought of Brock of Pewter City. She thought about about how she faced his Geodude and Onix.

She then thought of how cool she looked in a wetsuit as she faced Misty and her Psyduck and Starmie. She can remember showing respect to Lt. Surge as her Pokémon faced Voltorb, Magnemite, and Raichu. Next, she thought about how Erika and her friends loved both versions of Ninetales as Diamond faced Tangela, Weepinbell, and Vileplume.

The stakes were raised higher as Diamond thought of her battle with Koga and his team of Weezing, Muk, Golbat, and Venomoth. Diamond still feels angry about how Sabrina's Mr. Mime mocked her as she faced Mr. Mime, Slowbro, Jynx, and Alakazam. The girls still feel the heat from Blaine and his Fire Pokémon. Ninetales, Rapidash, Magmar, and Arcanine.

Finally, Diamond thought of the respect given to her by Giovanni, the leader of Team Rocket. Especially her gym battle. Fighting Dugtrio, Nidoqueen, Nidoking, and Rhydon wasn't easy. But, Diamond did come through. Soon, the girls had their Pokémon healed by a friendly nurse near the entrance to Victory Road.

"Well, friends." Diamond said. "This is it. The last road to the Pokémon League."

"After all we've been through." Babs added. "It's hard to believe that this trip is almost over."

"I agree." Silver happily replied. "Best part of it is, we faced it together."

The girls all nodded and started at the entrance.

"Get ready, Elite Four." Diamond proudly announced. "Here we come."

Diamond, Silver, Babs, and Eevee entered the cave, heading to Indigo Plateau, and the Pokémon League. Meanwhile, Jet Set and Upper Crust are driving down to the Indigo Plateau with Holly Prema riding with them. Holly is determined to support Diamond now that Prince Blueblood is no longer influencing her.

End of Chapter 34

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Golem
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Omastar
Magneton

At Oak's Lab
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Venusaur
Hypno
Dugtrio
Snorlax
Starmie

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Alakazam
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhydon
Porygon
Aerodactyl

35. Diamond's Nightmares Begin (AGAIN)

As a plane lands in Kanto Airport, three young maidens disembark. These are none other than the Fowerlt Trio. Daisy, Rose, and Lily. These girls look around the area as they head for Pallet Town.

"Is it true that Diamond Tiara is here in Kanto?" Lily asked.

"That's what I heard." Daisy answered. "According to what I've heard, she's heading to an area called Indigo Plateau."

"Isn't that where trainers who earned eight official gym badges battle the Pokémon League?"

"That's right."

All three girls got shocked as they learn of this moment.

"She can't do that!" Rose yelled. "She's not to have anything to do with Pokémon!"

"You're right." Daisy agreed. "Diamond Tiara is one of the most elegant people in Canterlot.And, elegant types don't care about being a Pokémon trainer."

Lily broke down in tears. "The horror! THE HORROR!"

"We've got to stop Diamond's silly nonsense now. Let's head over to the Indigo Plateau and wait for her."

So, the trio still think that Diamond is still a snobbish spoiled brat. And, felt she should stay that way. Meanwhile, inside the tunnel that presents Victory Road. The trio of friends and Eevee traveled thought the tunnel. Meeting trainers along the way.

Babs and her Charizard were facing a female Ace trainer and her Venusaur. As the battle goes on, the Ace trainer makes her move. "Venusaur, use Seed Bomb."

Venusaur fired seeds at Charizard soon Babs rubbed the stone on her bracelet. "When a trainer and a Pokémon work together, nothing is impossible." She then presses her stone. "Now, my firey friend, MEGA EVOLVE!"

Charizard started to glow. Soon, it became dark gray with blue flames out of it's mouth.

"Let's do this, Charizard." Babs called out. "Flamethrower!"

Charizard blew blue flames at Venusaur. As soon as the Seed Pokémon fainted, the Ace trainer recalled her friend.

"That was an intense battle." The trainer said as she shook Babs Seed's hand. "That mega evolution was great. It shows a great bond you have with your Pokémon."

After returning to normal, Charizard high fived his trainer. As the journey into the tunnel continues, a juggler challenged Silver Spoon. The Juggler brought out a Rhydon as Silver called her Blastoise.

"Okay, Rhydon." The juggler called out. "Use Horn Attack!"

Rhydon charged at Blastoise. Listening to Silver, the Shellfish Pokémon avoided the horn. Silver soon rubbed her necklace. "Time to show the bond between Pokémon and trainer." She then presses her stone. "Okay, my aquatic wall of defense. MEGA EVOLVE!"

Blastoise is surrounded by energy. It emerges with mini cannons on it's arms and a large cannon on it's back. Silver Spoon then makes her move. "Let's do this, Blastoise. Hydro Pump!"

Blastoise fired all it's cannons on the Drill Pokémon. When the juggler saw Rhydon faint, he recalled it and ran scared.

"I guess some people never knew about mega evolution." Silver figured.

"Yeah." Diamond added. "The same can be said for Z moves and Dynamax."

As they continue their travels, they soon saw a fascinating sight. It was a giant bird that's made from fire.

"It's another legendary bird of Kanto." Babs realized. "That's Moltres, the Flame Pokémon."

Diamond took out her Pokédex to study this legendary Pokémon. Moltres, the Flame Pokémon. The flames of this Pokémon are used on occasion to start special events.

Moltres spread it's wings and flew off to another location. The girls are fascinated with the three legendary birds they saw throughout their journey.

"This is one journey we'll never forget." Diamond said proudly. "We saw Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. Those legendary Pokémon are a sight to behold."

Babs and Silver agreed. Soon, they left the tunnel and see a big building.

"Must be where the Elite Four recide." Silver figured. "Oce you defeat them, you're on your way to meet the champion."

Diamond is excited. Just then, they were met by the flowery trio.

"Stop there!" Rose shouted. "Your little journey ends HERE!"

Diamond was stumped. "Stops here? Why?"

"You are one of the most elegant youngsters in Canterlot. You don't waist time with lower class people." She points to Babs. "Like HER!"

This shocked Babs a lot. "Hey! Don't bother my friend here. I've been helping her to get this far."

Lily rushed in to grab Babs cruelly. "Shut up, vagabond. This is between us and Diamond Tiara!"

After Lily slapped her in the face, Babs was starting to tear up. Diamond couldn't believe these usually timid girls would be so rough.

"Don't do that to my friend, Lily!" Diamond demanded.

"Silver Spoon and other snobbish kids should be your only friends," Daisy said as she starts to fume again. "And, remove those clothes your wearing and STOP BEING SUCH A TOMBOY!"

Diamond started to get upset as the three girls left.

"Let's hope that got through to her." Lily said. "This journey she's been taking is a waist of time."

"I agree." Rose added. "Many others like Spoiled Rich and Blueblood are right. She should learn her place."

Later, the three friends and Eevee arrived at the white building. Silver looked at any mark left by that slap to Babs Seed's face. Diamond sits on the floor and keeps flashing back to how Holly tries to intimidate her with those other Pokémon.

She walks over to see how her friend is doing.

"You okay, Babs?" Diamond asked with concern.

"Yeah, I'm okay." Babs said. "I took worse than that.

This helped Diamond relax. Silver, however, was worried about Diamond . Those three flower girls were brutal. "How about you, Diamond? Are you going to be okay?"

After thinking about what happened, she made a decision. "We came this far. There's no going back now!"

Silver and Babs applauded her decision. Diamond soon made an announcement. "Let's go, girls. The Elite Four awaits!"

Diamond, Silver, Babs, and Eevee made their way to the building to where the Elite Four are waiting new challengers. Inside, four shadowy figures see them coming.

"I see we have new challengers coming to battle us." Said the voice of a pleasant woman.

The voice of a rough man followed the comment. "I heard that it's just the fancy Diamond Tiara."

"You're right." Said the voice of an old lady. *And, those other girls are there too support her."

The last voice, that of a young man, spoke up. "Let's get ready to welcome Miss Tiara. We'll see how well she'll do against us."

End of Chapter 35

DIAMOND TIARA
Eevee
Golem
Ninetales
Alolan Ninetales
Magneton
Omastar

At Oak's Lab
Pidgeot
Pikachu
Venusaur
Hypno
Dugtrio
Snorlax
Starmie

BABS SEED
Charizard
Fearow
Alakazam
Lapras

SILVER SPOON
Blastoise
Venomoth
Rhydon
Porygon
Aerodactyl

Author's Note

Next time: Diamond is ready for the Elite four.

36. Trial 1 of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Lorelei

Author's Note

It's time for Diamond to face the Elite Four. Starting with the Ice Maiden: Lorelei.

36. Trial 1 of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Lorelei

As they enter the building, they were greeted by a friendly woman with red hair behind the desk.

"Hello." The woman said. "Welcome all to the headquarters of the Elite Four. Are you all here to battle them?"

"Only me." Diamond said as she stepped forward. "My name is Diamond Tiara. And, I have come to face my destiny."

"That's the spirit. My name is Amy. And, I'm sort of a guide. Before I let you enter, please present your Gym Badges."

Taking out her case, Diamond presents it to Amy. She checks to make sure that they are authentic.

"Okay, Miss Tiara." Amy said. "You're in. Are these other girls your support?"

"Yes, ma'am." Diamond replied. "They've been my faithful friends thought this whole journey."

"Very well. Head down that corridor and you're on your way."

Taking Amy's advice, the group went down the corridor where they see a rest area. And, they also see four doors, each marked with different symbols. A snowflake, a fist, a ghost, and a dragon's head. Those are no doubt the battle fields of the Elite Four. Amy soon walks to then and gives advice.

"Each of those doors will light up to let you know that the Elite Four membears are waiting for you." Amy explained as the snowflake glows. "There's an example. This means your first opponent is Lorelei who specializes in Ice Types. Come back to the desk area so you can get ready."

This was a good idea. Minutes later, the girls walked into the first room. It felt chilly, which is perfect for ice types. Waiting for them is a red haired girl wearing glasses. She has on a black jacket over a red shirt, black skirt and platform shoes.

"Are you Lorelei?" Silver Spoon asked.

"Yes, I am." Lorelei answered. "I may look dainty, but my Ice Types will chill you to the bone."

Diamond soon steps up. "Lorelei, I am Diamond Tiara. I have come to battle you to begin my quest to face the Champion."

"I like your attitude. I hope you're ready to feel the chill of my ice Pokémon."

"I have prepared my Pokémon for this."

A black haired man wearing a parka stepped in to be a referee. "This will be a five on five battle. Call out your first Pokémon."

"My first Pokémon is Dewgong". Lorelei announced.

Out pops a white seal type creature. Diamond studies it with her Pokédex.

Dewgong, the Sea Lion Pokémon. The Pokédex said. This Pokémon chops through ice to find it's food. Then, heads for a beach to relax in the sun.

"I wouldn't mind having a Dewgong." Silver said. "Only, I'd it's still a Seel."

Diamond makes her first choice. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu pops out. Lorelei looks at it with interest. "Interesting choice. Let's see how your Pikachu handles my Pokémon. "Dewgong, use Aurora Beam."

As Dewgong fired a rainbow beam, Diamond reacted. "Dodge it, Pikachu. Then, use Thunder Wave!"

Pikachu dodged Aurora Beam. But, Lorelei responds even quicker. "You won't paralyze Dewgong. Use Headbutt!"

Dewgong rammed into Pikachu. As the electric mouse recovers, Lorelei follows the attack up. "Let's finish this with Sheer Cold!"

Dewgong is ready to blast Pikachu with a super cold attack. But, electricity sparked all over.

"Static comes through." Diamond cheered. "Okay, Pikachu. Use Thunderbolt!"

Pikachu blasted Dewgong with powerful lightning. Soon, the Sea Lion Pokémon fainted.

"Dewgong is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Pikachu wins!"

"Dewgong, return." Lorelei said. "You did good. Now, get some rest." She then turns to Diamond. "Your Pikachu is amazing for a little fellow."

"Thank you, Lorelei." Diamond responded.

"Here comes my second Pokémon. Here's Jynx!"

Diamond remembered her confrontation with Jynx in Saffron City. As Jynx comes out, she recalls Pikachu. She then chooses her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Ninetales!"

Ninetales comes out. Lorelei makes her first move. "Time to finish this fast. Jynx use Blizzard!"

Jynx causes a snowstorm, hoping to freeze Ninetales. Diamond has an idea. "Ninetales, use Confuse Ray."

Ninetales' eyes glowed red. Suddenly, the snowstorm stopped as Jynx started to move weirdly. Lorelei realized that Jynx is confused.

"Okay, Ninetales." Diamond called out. "Use Flamethrower. Turn up the heat!"

Ninetales unleashed flames onto Jynx. After the confuse Ray, The human shape Pokémon succumbed to the flames, and fainted.

"Jynx is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Ninetales wins!"

Diamond clapped for her Ninetales as Lorelei recalled Jynx. The Ice trainer of the Elite Four makes an announcement. "Time to bring out my third Pokémon. Go, Cloyster!"

Out pops an open shell with a face inside. Diamond's Pokédex comes alive. Cloyster, the Bivalve Pokémon. It's shell is strong enough to withstand a bomb.

Diamond realized that Ninetales has a type disadvantage. After recalling Ninetales, she sent for Pikachu. "Okay, Pikachu. Strike with Thunder Wave."

Just as Pikachu was sparking up, Lorelei unleashed a surprise. "Cloyster, bombard that Pikachu with Icicle Crash!"

Cloyster unleashed a barrage of big icicles. The impact caused Pikachu to faint.

"Pikachu is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Cloyster wins!"

"Oh no." Silver gasped as Diamond recalls Pikachu. "This isn't good."

"Not to worry, Silver." Diamond comforted. "This will shut down that Cloyster. Let's go, Magneton!"

Lorelei was surprised to see Magneton come out. "A Magneton? Let's shut it down. Cloyster, use Hydro Pump!"

Cloyster fired a stream of water. But, Diamond was ready. "Dodge it. Then, use Discharge!"

After avoiding the water attack, Magneton unleashed it's electric power, and defeated Cloyster.

"Cloyster is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Magneton wins."

"Oh yeah!" Babs cheered. "That's what I'm talking about!"

Lorelei recalled Cloyster and praised her opponent. "I can see the love and trust you have in your Pokémon."

"Thank you, madam." Diamond replied happily.

"Now, here's my fourth Pokémon. Go, Slowbro!"

Slowbro came out, ready for battle. This gives Diamond an idea.

"Magneton, return." Diamond said. She then makes her next decision. "Let's go, Venusaur!"

As Venusaur comes out, it's landing shook the ground. Diamond then rubs her necklace. "The bond between Pokémon and trainer is always special." She then presses the jewel, "Now, my blooming flower of power, MEGA EVOLVE!"

After Venusaur transforms, Lorelei looks with interest. "Even Mega Evolution won't stop us. Slowbro, use Psychic!"

Slowbro fires a beam of Psychic energy at Venusaur. As it was taking the hit, Diamond fought back. "Venusaur, grab it with Vine Whip!"

The Seed Pokémon extended it's vines to wrap up Slowbro, stopping the psychic energy. Diamond then unleashed her next surprise. "Now, use Razor Leaf!"

Unleashing a blast of leaves, Venusaur struck at Slowbro, causing it to faint.

"Slowbro is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Venusaur wins."

"Nice work, Venusaur!" Diamond cheered. "Four down, one to go."

As Lorelei recalled Slowbro, she makes her next choice. "Maybe so. But, my final Pokémon will be tough to handle. Even if Venusaur IS mega evolved. My final Pokémon is Lapras!"

Lapras came out. Diamond, however, struck first. "Venusaur, use Petal Dance!"

Venusaur unleashed it's pink petals. As Lapras is being struck, Lorelei called out to her friend. "Lapras, use Blizzard!"

Lapras unleashed a strong snowstorm. Being vulnerable to ice attacks, Venusaur quickly fainted and reverted to normal.

"Venusaur is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Lapras wins."

"Venusaur, Return." Diamond sadly said. "Nice try. Just get some rest." Diamond make her next choice. "Magneton, back to action!"

Magneton came out and is ready. Diamond made her move. "Magneton, use Discharge!"

The Magnet Pokémon blasted Lapras with electricity. Lapras looked like it's in trouble. But, Lorelei had a surprise for Diamond.

"Time for me to dampen your spirits." Lorelei announced. "Lapras, use Hydro Pump!"

Lapras fired a strong geyser to Magneton. Being a steel type, it is a bit vulnerable to water attack. Soon, Magneton fainted.

"Magneton is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Lapras wins."

Diamond recalls her Magneton. She soon thought of a strategy. Thinking that Lapras is weakened by Petal Dance and Discharge, she sent in her next Pokémon. "It's your time to shine, Eevee."

Eevee runs out facing Lapras. Lorelei is a bit confused. "I don't see how this little Eevee can defeat my Lapras if Venusaur and Magneton couldn't do the job."

"You'll see." Diamond replied. "Eevee, use Swift."

As Eevee shot his stars, Lapras suddenly got paralyzed from Discharge. Diamond followed that up. "Go for it, Eevee. Use Double Kick!"

Running fast, Eevee kicked Lapras twice. Being worn out from the previous attacks, Lapras fainted,

"Lapras is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Eevee wins. The winner of this battle is Diamond Tiara!"

Diamond cheered happily as Eevee leaped into her arms. After recalling Lapras, Lorelei approached the winner.

"It's been a while since anybody came at me with as much determination as you did." Lorelei praised. "I can sense the love you show for your Pokémon."

Diamond blushed as Babs and Silver came to join her.

"Now that you won against me," Lorelei said, "you have three more members of the Elite Four to face. Then, you'll battle for the Kanto League title. Head for the reception area to have your Pokémon healed."

As Diamond and her friends leave Lorelei's room, they head to the reception area. Dia,omd realized that Lorelei is right. The trials of the Elite Four is only beginning.

End of Chapter 36

38. Trial 3 of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Agatha

Author's Note

If Diamond thought Lorelei and Bruno were hard, wait until she meets Agatha.

38. Trial 3 of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Agatha

Another day has arrived at the building of the Elite Four. Diamond looks at herself in the mirror. She has on the outfit she wore inside the Pokémon Tower in Lavender Town. She and Eevee walk out of their room as Silver Spoon and Babs Seed waited for them.

"Going for that gothic look again, I see." Silver praised. "Does this have to do with your next opponent?"

"You might say that." Diamond replied. "I learned that I'll be facing Agatha. She specializes in Ghost and Poison types."

"Poison types I can tolerate." Babs said. "But, ghost types are not for me."

"Because of those ghost types we saw in the tower. Right?"

"As Big Mac would say, eeyup."

The girls head for the section of doors. Two have glowing green frames. This indicated that Diamond defeated two of the Elite Four. They saw a door with a glowing ghost emblem. That's their next stop. As they enter the room, they were greeted by an old lady with a cane.

"I am Agatha." The old woman said. "I represent the Elite Four. Which of you is Diamond Tiara?"

Diamond steps up to answer. "That would be me."

"I am pleased you are dressed for the occasion."

Diamond blushed. As a female channeler stepped in to be the referee. "This will be a five on five battle. Choose your first Pokémon."

"My first Pokémon will be Arbok!" Agatha said.

"I'll start with Golem." Diamond added.

The two Pokémon came out, ready for action. Agatha quickly made the first move. "Arbok, strike fast with Mud Shot!"

Arbok spat up globs of mud to hit Golem. Diamond saw that, and countered. "Golem, use Rock Slide!"

Golem made a bunch of rocks rain down on Arbok. Diamond followed it up. "Now, roll a strike with Rollout!"

Tucking into a ball, Golem rolled fast at Arbok. The impact made the Cobra Pokémon faint.

"Arbok is unable to battle." The channeler announced. "Golem wins!"

"Arbok, return." Agatha said. She looks at Diamond with angry eyes. "This will stop your progress. Go, Gengar!"

Out pops a dark purple ghost like critter with a nasty smile. Diamond checks it out.

Gengar, the Shadow Pokémon and the evolved form of Haunter. The Pokédex said., Sometimes it likes to tease humans by mocking their shadows.

"Gengar, use Shadow Punch!" Agatha called out.

Enveloping it's fist with black energy, Gengar charges into Golem.

"Dodge it, Golem." Diamond said.

As soon as Golem avoided the Shadow Punch, Diamond followed it up. "Now, use Rock Slide!"

"Oh no, you don't!" Agatha said angrily. "Gengar, use Shadow Ball!"

As Golem started to roll, Gengar fired a shot of dark energy. The black ball hit Golem hard. It hit the wall behind Diamond and fainted.

"Golem is unable to battle." The channeler announced. "Gengar wins!"

"That's better." Agatha said as Diamond recalled Golem.

"This will teach you to respect others." Diamond said. "Let's go, Hypno!"

Hypno came out. Agatha us not impressed. "This Pokémon is not staying around. Gengar, use Night Shade!"

Gengar started to charge up. Diamond countered fast. "Quick, use Hypnosis!"

Hypno waved it's pendulum. Gengar started to fall asleep. This started to concern Agatha. Diamond took advantage of this. "Hypno, PSYCHIC!"

Hypno fired a beam of psychic energy at Gengar. The ghostly Pokémon soon fainted.

"Gengar is unable to battle." The channeler announced. "Hypno wins!"

After recalling Gengar, Agatha looked at Diamond congratulating Hypno. Babs and Silver watched with concern as Agatha makes her next move.

"This time, you won't get a chance to use that psychic power." Agatha told her. "Go, Golbat!"

A Golbat comes out and flies in to attack Hypno. Diamond quickly recalled her psychic friend and calls for her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Magneton!"

Agatha was shocked to see this Pokémon. But, she is not giving up. "No Pokémon can stop me. Golbat, use Screech!"

Golbat screeched loud to lower Magneton's defense. Agathat followed it up. "Now, use Poison Fang!"

With it's mouth glowing purple, Golbat charges into Magneton. Diamond unleashed a surprise. "Magneton, use Discharge!"

Magneton shot out electric sparks at Golbat. Being partially a flying type, Golbat soon fainted.

"Golbat is unable to battle." The Channeler announced. "Magneton wins!"

Agatha recalls Golbat. She then makes her next choice. "Go, Weezing!"

Diamond looked at Weezing, figuring how to defeat it. She then had an idea.

"Magneton, return. I might need you later." Diamond said. She then made her next choice. "Let's go, Ninetales!"

Ninetales came out. Agatha was impressed with the sight of this Pokémon. But, this is still a gym battle. So, on they go. "As beautiful as your Ninetales is, I'll still win. Weezing, use Sludge Bomb;"

Weezing fired blobs of poison at Ninetales. But, Diamond kept her cool. "Ninetales, use Flamethrower ob those globs!"

Ninetales fired rounds of flames on the poison so she wouldn't get struck. Diamond made her next move. "Use Confuse Ray on Weezing!"

The eyes of Ninetales glowed red. This scared Agatha as Weezing looped around in a confusing state.

"Okay, Ninetales." Diamond called out. "Fire Blast!"

Ninetales fired a five sided fire symbol. Weezing got struck with such high temperatures, it soon fainted.

"Weezing is unable to battle." The channeler announced. "Ninetales wins!"

Diamond cheered and hugged Ninetales as Agatha recalled her Weezing. The member of the Elite Four unleashed a big surprise. "My final Pokémon will be Gengar number two!"

"Two?!" Babs and Silver gasped.

Indeed, a second Gengar popped out, ready for action. Diamond was a bit worried. But, she's fighting on. "Ninetales, use Will-O-Wisp!"

With it's tails flaring up, Ninetales fired flames at Gengar. This causes a burn effect.

"Not even burns can stop us!" Agatha informed. "Gengar, use Shadow Punch!"

Gengar energized it's fist and charged into Ninetales. The Shadow Pokémon unleashed it's power into that punch, causing Ninetales to faint.

"Ninetales is unable to battle." The channeler announced. "Gengar two wins!"

Gengar posed as Ninetales is recalled. Diamond makes her next choice. "Hypno, back to action!"

Hypno comes back out. Diamond decided to strike fast. "Hypno, use Psybeam!"

Hypno struck Gengar hard. But, even after being struck, Gengar is still going.

"That was a powerful move, Miss Tiara." Agatha said. "But, we'll still win. Gengar, use Night Shade!"

Unleashing black energy, Gengar hit Hypno hard. Since psychic Pokémon are vulnerable to dark type moves, Hypno soon fainted.

"Hypno is unable to battle." The channeler announced. "Gengar two wins!"

"My second Gengar is two powerful." Agatha said as Diamond recalled Hypno. "Just give up. Even your Magneton is no match for my Pokémon."

But, Diamond is not beat. She sees that the burn effect of Ninetales' Will-O-Wisp is still working. She then turns to her Eevee. "Time to shine, Eevee."

Eevee steps in. Agatha looks amused. "What can a normal type do against a ghost type like Gengar?"

"You'll see. Eevee, use Swift!"

Eevee fired it's stars at Gengar. As the ghostly Pokémon fights back, Eevee rushes in as Diamond calls out to her friend. "Now, Eevee. Use Bite!"

Eevee rushes into give a big bite to Gengar. Dark type moves work against Ghost types. So, Gengar soon fainted.

"Gengar two is unable to battle." The channeler announced. "Eevee wins. The winner of this battle is Diamond Tiara!"

The elegant maiden cheered as Eevee jumped into her arms. After recalling her second Gengar, Agatha walked up to her opponent.

"You are a worthy opponent." Agatha praised. "I admire your ability to adjust to any situation."

"Thank you, Agatha." Diamond replied as she shook Agatha's hand.

"With my defeat, you have one member of the Elite Four left. Better heal your Pokémon. This will be your toughest test."

Diamond and her friends soon head for the reception desk to heal their Pokémon. If Agatha is right, this will be Diamond's toughest challenger thus far.

End of Chapter 38

39. Last Trial of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Lance

Author's Note

Diamond faces the toughest member of the Elite Four. The dragon trainer: Lance.

39. Last Trial of the Elite Four: Diamond Tiara vs. Lance

Diamond looks at a door with a dragon's head on it. Her companions are concerned for her.

"Are you sure about this, Diamond?" Silver asked.

"I'm positive, guys." Diamond answered. "My last opponent in this place is Lance. Once I defeat him, I'll be able to battle to become champion of the Kanto region."

"Don't forget," Babs added, "Lance is a trainer of Dragon types."

"I know. That's why I have a variety of Pokémon with me. I heard that some of those dragons have other traits."

The girls entered the room and see the environment like a medieval arena. Waiting for them is a red haired man wearing a black outfit and a red cape.

"Congratulations for making it this far, Diamond Tiara." Lance greeted.

"Thank you, sir." Diamond replied.

"I hope you're ready. Lorelei, Bruno, and Agatha are nothing compared to me."

"Believe me. I am prepared."

A referee dressed like a court jester comes out. "Let this five on five battle begin."

"My first Pokémon," Lance announced, "will be Seadra!"

Out pops a sea horse with spiky wings on it's back. Diamond pulls out her Pokédex.

Seadra, the Dragon Pokémon. The Pokédex said. It can cause an underwater whirlpool strong enough to capsize a large boat.

Diamond made her first choice. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu comes out. Lance is amused. "This will be too easy. Seadra, Twister!"

Seadra whipped up a tornado to scoop Pikachu. But, Diamond is not worried. "Pikachu, use Thunderbolt from that height."

Inside the Twister, Pikachu fired a bolt of lightning at Seadra. Though hit hard, Seadra is still standing.

"Seadra, let's short circuit Pikachu!" Lance commanded. "Use Dragon Pulse!"

The blast of dragon energy caught Pikachu off guard. Pikachu was hit so fast, it fainted.

"Pikachu is unable to battle." The jester announced. "Seadra wins."

Lance looked at Diamond with a vicious face. "Told ya."

Disappointed, Diamond recalled Pikachu. She soon makes her next choice. "Let's go, Magneton!"

The moment Magneton appeared, Lance got a little worried.

"Now, to shut YOU down." Diamond said. "Magneton, use Discharge!"

Magneton fired a charge of electricity at Seadra. The Thunderbolt from Pikachu weakened it enough for Discharge to finish the job.

"Seadra is unable to battle." The jester announced. "Magneton wins."

Seadra, return." Lance said. "That's what I get for underestimatimg you." He makes his next choice. "But, Electric attacks won't effect this one. Go, Aerodactyl!"

When Aerodactyl came out, Diamond realized that Lance was right. After recalling Magneton, she makes her next choice. "Let's go, Omastar!"

Lance was intrigued by the sight of Omastar. "A battle of Prehistoric Pokémon. This should be fun. Aerodactyl, use Ice Fang!"

With a mouth full of ice, Aerodactyl lunges to strike at Omastar. But, Diamond struck fast. "Omastar, use Rock Blast!"

Omastar fired rocks at the flying fossil. Though not much damage, the rocks pushed Aerodactyl back.

"Let's do this, Omastar!" Diamond called out. "Hydro Pump!"

Omastar fired a blast of water at Aerodactyl. Being a rock type, the flying fossil soon fainted.

"Aerodactyl is unable to battle." The jester announced. "Omastar wins!"

"Return, Aerodactyl." Lance said. He soon made another choice. "You're going to need your Pokédex to learn of my third Pokémon. Go, Gyarados!"

Diamond was shocked to see this serpentine creature. Her Pokédex gave her some information. Gyarados, the Atrocious Pokémon. Many legendary stories tell of how much destruction this Pokémon causes.

"Return, Omastar. I might need you later." Diamond said. She then brought out her next choice. "Magneton, back to action!"

Magneton came out and is buzzing for action. Diamond makes her first move. "Magneton, use Discharge!"

The Magnet Pokémon fired electric power at Gyarados. Even though hit hard, the mighty Pokémon still stands.

"Now, to ground your Magneton like Seadra defeated Pikachu." Lance informed. "Gyarados, use Twister!"

Gyarados caused a tornado under Magneton. While the Magnet Pokémon spins, Lance unleashed another attack. "Let's wash this triple sphere away with Hydro Pump!"

Gyarados blew water into the tornado. It was enough force to cause Magneton faint.

"Magneton is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Gyarados wins!"

Diamond sadly recalled Magneton. Seeing that Gyarados is sparking, she brings out her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Golem!"

Lance was amused to see this mighty rock. "This will be easy. Gyarados, use Hydro Pump!"

Gyarados was about to hit Golem. But, it was paralyzed from the electrical attack. Diamond decided to take advantage. "Let's bring down this serpent, Golem. Use Rollout!"

Spinning super fast, Golem rolled quickly to strike Gyarados. The impact was enough to knock this water creature out.

"Gyarados is unable to battle." The jester announced. "Golem wins!"

"Return, Gyarados." Lance said. He then turns to Diamond. "Don't be too confident because you still have three Pokémon and I only have two. I can still surprise you."

"I'm ready for whatever you got!" Diamond replied proudly.

"That's the spirit. My fourth Pokémon is Charizard!"

Charizard came out ready for a fight. Babs watches with interest. Me and Diamond haven't battled each other with our Pokémon. I wonder how she'll handle Charizard.

"Okay, Charizard." Lance called out. "Start off with Dragon Rage!"

Charizard blew a breath of Dragon energy to attack Golem. The mighty boulder held its own.

"Time to expose your Pokémon's weakness." Diamond said. "Golem, use Rock Slide!"

Golem sent a bunch of rocks to hit Charizard. Lance was shocked to see his Pokémon faint quickly.

"Charizard is unable to battle." The jester announced. "Golem wins!"

After recalling Charizard, Lance had a thought. "Well done, miss Tiara. Figuring my Charizard is partially a flying type, you figured that rock moves are super effective."

"I've been studying about Pokémon types before I came to Kanto." Diamond explained.

"And now, it's time for my fifth and final Pokémon. Go, Dragonite!"

A large dragon type creature came out. Shocked, Diamond pulls out her Pokédex.

Dragonite, the Dragon Pokémon. The Pokédex said. Usually kind hearted. But, gets powerful when it gets angry.

This got Diamond scared. "Uh oh."

"Dragonite," Lance called out, "use Aqua Tail!"

With it's tail covered in water, Dragonite swiped at Golem. The water was so powerful against Rock types, Golem lost balao, then fainted.

"Golem is unable to battle." The jester announced. "Dragonite wins!"

"Golem, return." Diamond sadly said. She then prepares for a comeback. "Omastar, back to action!"

The prehistoric Pokémon came back out. This intrigued Lance. Diamond makes her move. "Omastar, Spike Cannon, FIRE!"

Omastar fired spikes at Dragonite. While the mighty dragon recovers, Diamond followed it up. "Now, use Hydro Pump!"

As Omastar fired the stream of water, Lance made a big move. "Dragonite, use Thunder Punch on that water!"

Dragonite energized fist with electricity. Then, punched on the water. The shock carried on to Omastar. The electric power is enough to make it faint.

"Omastar is unable to battle." The jester announced. "Dragonite wins!"

Lance was pleased as Diamond recalled Omastar. Her friends were getting worried.

"This leaves you with one Pokémon left." Lance said. "Who will be your last choice?"

Seeing Dragonite looks worn out from Omastar's Spike Cannon and Hydro Pump, Diamond chooses her last Pokémon. "Let's go, Snowflake!"

The Alolan Ninetales came out. Lance was surprised. "You have an Alolan Ninetales?"

"That's right." Diamond replied. "This beautiful Pokémon will help me win this battle."

"I don't think so! Dragonite, use Slam!"

Dragonite jumped up to flatten Snowflake. Diamond quickly reacted. "Dodge it. Then, use Ice Beam!"

After avoiding Dragonite's landing, the Alolan Ninetales fired it's super cold beam. As Dragonite tries to recover from the cold, Diamond unleashed her next surprise. "Let's finish this with DAZZLING GLEAM!"

Snowflake soon flashed brightly. The light was intense enough to cause Dragonite to faint.

"Dragonite is unable to battle." The jester announced. "The Alolan Ninetales wins. The winner of this battle is Diamond Tiara!"

"Way to go, Snowflake!" Diamond cheered as she hugs her Pokémon.

Lance recalled his Dragonite and approached her. "You have done well, Diamond Tiara. I can see the bond that you have with your Pokémon. With my defeat, you can now face the Champion."

"So, who is the champion?" Diamond asked.

"I'll tell you." Said an old man's voice.

Diamond and her friends were surprised to see Professor Oak come along.

"Professor Oak!" Diamond gasped. "What are you doing here?"

"I've come to see how you're doing." Oak replied. "You came a long way since you connected with Eevee."

Both Diamond and Eevee blushed. Professor Oak gave her some information. "Before you came along, your rival came and defeated the Elite Four already."

"WHAT?!" Diamond shockingly said. "Zephyr Breeze was here?"

"Indeed. Zephyr and his Pokémon came and defeated these great trainers as well."

"There's a small village near here with a stadium next to it." Lance informed. "That's where the battle between you and Mr. Breeze will take place."

Professor Oak and Lance made a good point. This could be Diamond's toughest test yet.

End of Chapter 39

40. Getting Ready

Author's Note

Here's a filler before the main event.

40. Getting Ready

Dressed in her black T shirt and bib overalls, Diamond Tiara and her friends, Silver Spoon and Babs Seed head for this small village Professor Oak told her about. Eevee walks by her side.

"I'm very surprised that Zephyr Breeze defeated the Elite Four before I came along." Diamond said.

"Does that mean he's a champion now?" Babs asked.

"It could be possible. This will be a great challenge indeed."

Silver then remembered something. "I hear that this will be a full six on six battle."

Diamond soon realized that Silver is right. She then started to think out strategy.

"We know Zephyr will have Pidgeot, Vileplume, Marowak, and Raichu," Diamond figured. "He probably has other Pokémon he's been training secretly."

After thirty minutes, the girls arrived at their destination. It was like a quiet neighborhood. It has houses for the trainers to stay in, stores to do some shopping, and they see a giant arena on the outskirts.

"That must be where me and Zephyr will face each other." Diamond said.

"Got that right." Said a mail voice.

That voice belonged to Zephyr Breeze. He was sipping a cup of tea when the girls arrived.

"Welcome to the village, ladies." Zephyr greeted.

"Nice to see you, Kanto Champion." Diamond replied.

"I'm not a champion yet. In order to be a true champion, the two trainers who defeated the Elite Four must meet each other in a full six on six battle."

"Was it easy to beat those four trainers?" Silver asked.

"Not really. Lorelei, Bruno, Agatha, and especially Lance were difficult. But, I kept a cool head and beat them all."

The girls had nothing but admiration for Zephyr for making it this far. Who'd thought that somebody like Zephyr, who many say is a slacker, can do well as a Pokémon trainer?

"Let's make it a great battle." Diamond said extending her hand.

"You said it, Diamond." Zephyr replied. "See ya on the battle field."

The two combatants shook hands in friendship, wishing each other good luck. Watching from a distance, the arrogant Prince Blueblood makes his own plans.

"Think you'll be battling in this grand event, miss Tiara ?" Blueblood said to himself . "Think again!"

Inside of the houses they're staying at, Diamond and company relaxed, thinking about everything they went through.

"I never thought I would be a Pokémon trainer when I first got here." Diamond said. "And, I never thought you would accompany me, Babs."

"That's for sure." Babs agreed. "I never thought I would be with you guys. Considering your reputations."

"Good point. Me and Silver would always look down at lower class folks. Especially, your cousin."

"Oh yeah. Apple Bloom and company sure know how to work their friendship magic."

Silver agreed. "They probably learned that from their sisters."

The girls soon hear someone knock at the door. When Diamond answered the door, it was her mother, Spoiled Rich.

"Mother?" Diamond gasped. "What are you doing here?"

"I figured you and your friends would like to join me and your father for lunch." Spoiled suggested. "We have so much to catch up on."

Meanwhile, at the stadium, the trio of Jessie, James, and Meowth work in the concession stands. They were getting the grills and other equipment ready for the big event.

"Pretty good idea to get jobs here, Jessie." James said. "This battle between Diamond Tiara and Zephyr Breeze will draw out a big crowd."

"You're right about that." Jessie replied. "Plenty of people will probably bring their Pokémon with them."

"And, when we serve food to the people to the stands," Meowth figured, "we'll look for opportunities to snatch their Poké Balls!"

"Correct, Meowth. This will teach Dr. Namba not to discredit us,"

Soon, the equipment is ready, and the crafty trio dressed up in their uniforms. Just then, a burly man barged in and got angry at them. "I'll be watching you slackers. Be very busy serving the customers. And also," The man soon got red with anger and is radiating heat from his head, "BE SCARED TO DEATH OF ME WHEN I GET VERY ANGRY!!!!"

The man slammed the door hard, leaving the Team Rocket trio shaking.

"So much for pilfering Pokémon." James said, feeling defeat.

Jessie had a nervous look on her face. "I guess you're right."

Later, Diamond and her friends left a restaurant very happy.

"That was nice of your parents to treat us to lunch." Babs said. "Even Eevee was happy."

"Well, mom and dad did bring some Pokémon food for my little friend." Diamond praised.

"So, what's in that bag you're carrying?" Silver asked.

"A special outfit for my battle with Zephyr."

At that moment, Prince Blueblood shows up, and looks very angry.

"There you are, Diamond Tiara!" Blueblood said angrily. "Your little trip ends NOW!"

"Prince Blueblood?" Diamond asked. "What are you doing here?"

"To have you disciplined harshly. You have some nerve disobeying your mother's way! You are a snobbish young lady who is supposed to only care about herself and not associate with garbage."

Suddenly, Blueblood grabbed Babs Seed and exploded. "You and your cousins are the worst garbage ever!"

The royal bully slapped Babs in the face hard and threw her to the ground. This shocked Diamond and Silver.

"Are you okay, Babs?" Silver asked.

Blueblood soon pushed Silver away from Babs. "You're as snobbish as miss Tiara and should not care about lower class people!"

Diamond can't believe that Blueblood is going on a rampage. She held on to Eevee so no harm comes to him. Then, Blueblood looked at Diamond and Eevee with angry eyes.

"I'll take that Eevee away from you, TRAITOR!" Blueblood demanded. "Then, I'll take away ALL of your Pokémon. You shall never associate with these creatures again!"

"STOP RIGHT THERE!" Said the voice of a young girl.

Everybody looked and saw Holly Prema arriving. She has on a red long sleeve shirt, blue jeans with holes in the knees and cuffs rolled up, and her hair down.

"Holly!" Diamond gasped.

"Don't worry, Diamond." Holly said proudly. "I'll handle this bully."

As Silver and Babs recovered, Holly walks up to her former leader.

"You dare to display a barefoot tomboy look again?" Blueblood said angrily. "Your parents will be very upset with you."

"My parents approve of my choice of outfits." Holly said as she pulls out a Poké Ball out. "You pushed around your last victim. Come out, Electrode. And use Explosion!"

Out popped an Electrode, Voltorb's evolved form. Blueblood started to get nervous as Electrode started to glow. Suddey, the Ball Pokémon exploded. This caused Blueblood to be blown far away. "This is Team Rocket's comeuppance! NOT MINE!!!"

Diamond and her friends were grateful for Holly coming to help.

"Thanks for getting rid of that royal pain." Diamond said gratefully.

"You're welcome." Holly replied as she and Diamond shook hands in friendship. "I'll be with Silver and Babs cheering you on in your battle against Zephyr."

Holly Prema made a good point. Diamond will need all the support she can get as her big battle awaits.

End of Chapter 40

41. The Main Event: Diamond Tiara vs. Zephyr Breeze part 1

Author's Note

This is it. The big battle between Diamond Tiara and Zephyr Breeze.

41. The Main Event: Diamond Tiara vs. Zephyr Breeze part 1

The next day, the stadium is packed with fans. Everybody is ready for this big battle for the Kanto championship. A female voice is heard through speakers.

"Hello there, everybody." The woman announced. "I am you MC: Allura. And, I welcome you to this grand event. Two great Pokémon trainers battled and defeated the Elite Four. And now, they'll face each other to determine who will be the Kanto region champion."

The crowd cheered with excitement. The Team Rocket trio served food and beverages to people. They can also imagine their boss watching over them with angry eyes. Allura made another announcement. "In the left corner, some consider him a slacker. But, he is proving those doubters wrong. Coming to us from Canterlot: Zephyr Breeze!"

Zephyr calmly walks out as he waves to the crowd. In a home in Canterlot, Fluttershy watches with interest. But, Rainbow Dash, who was visiting her, has her doubts.

"Why are you wasting your time watching your brother?" Dash asked. "He's never able to do anything good."

"I've been watching him carefully." Fluttershy informed. "His travels through Kanto has been going good."

"I'll believe it when I see it!"

Back at the arena, Allura makes another announcement. "In the right corner, a member of one of the most elegant families in Canterlot. She is doing well on her own. Please welcome Diamond Tiara!"

From the corridor, Babs Seed comes out playing.a flute and Silver Spoon playing an acoustic guitar. Then, Diamond comes out wearing a sea foam green shirt, black vest, and long blue skirt just above the ankles. She dances while playing a tambourine. Eevee dances along side her. The crowd loves this entrance. As Diamond and Eevee approached Zephyr, he was impressed.

"Pretty cool entrance, Diamond." Zephyr praised.

"Thank you." Diamond replied. "This outfit is my mother's idea. What better barefoot character for an event like this than a gypsy dancer?"

Diamond hands her tambourine to Babs, and prepares for her battle. A referee comes out to officiate the battle.

"This will be a full six on six battle." The referee announced. "Choose your first Pokémon now!"

"My first Pokémon will be Pidgeot!" Zephyr said.

As Pidgeot flew proudly, Diamond chose her first Pokémon. "Let's go, Pikachu!"

Pikachu comes out, and is ready to fight. The referee gave the trainers the signal. "Let the battle begin!"

"Okay, Pidgeot!" Zephyr called out. "Use Wing Attack!"

Pidgeot struck fast, causing Pikachu to step back. Diamond isn't going to let that worry her.

"I have faith in you, Pikachu." Diamond calls out. "Use Thunder Wave!'

Pikachu sparks up, and hits Pidgeot with electricity, hoping to paralyze it.

"Time for my big surprise." Zephyr said as he rubs a jewel on a wristband he recently got. "This is what Pokémon can do when a trainer has faith." He then presses his jewel. "Now, my fearsome flyer. MEGA EVOLVE!"

Pidgeot started glow. Soon, it's back head feathers extended and wings expanded.

"Pidgeot can mega evolve?" Diamond gasped.

"You got it." Zephyr replied. "Okay, Pidgeot. Fight through the paralysis and use Air Slash!"

Pidgeot flapped hard causing air bursts. Caught by surprise, Pikachu flew into the wall behind Diamond, then fainted.

"Pikachu is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Pidgeot wins!"

"Diamond's Pikachu might have the type advantage." Allura said. "But, it still fell to Mega Pidgeot! Zephyr takes the lead in this battle."

"Pikachu, return." Diamond sadly said. "Sorry, my little friend. Time to take a rest."

"Looks like my mega evolved Pidgeot took you by surprise." Zephyr said. "Didn't it?"

"Maybe so, Zephyr. But, I will rise from this. Let's go, Snowflake!"

The Alolan Ninetales came out in it's ghostly glory. Zephyr isn't impressed. "Your icy friend is no match for a mega evolved Pokémon. Pidgeot, use Air Slash!"

Just as Pidgeot was ready to attack, Pikachu's Thunder Wave kicked in and had it paralyzed.

"Time to feel the cold." Diamond told Zephyr. "Snowflake, use Ice Beam!"

The Alolan Ninetales fired it's super cold ray at Pidgeot. Succumbing to the cold, the majestic Bird Pokémon fainted and reverted back to normal.

"Pidgeot is unable to battle." The referee announced. "The Alolan Ninetales wins!"

"The Alolan Ninetales is indeed beautiful." Allura said. "But, it's icy power is strong as Pidgeot takes a fall."

"Pidgeot, return." Zephyr said. He decided on his next choice. "It's your turn, Vileplume!"

Vileplume came out. Diamond switched her strategy. She recalled her Alolan Ninetales and called her next Pokémon. "Let's go, Ninetales!"

Ninetales came out with it's tails flowing.

"From Alolan to Kantonian." Zephyr said. "No Ninetales can scare me. Vileplume, use Mega Drain!"

Vileplume drain some of Ninetales' energy. Being a fire type, it's wasn't effected too much. Zephyr continued his attack. "Now, use Petal Blizzard!"

Just as Vileplume was firing it's petals, Diamond reacted quickly. "Ninetales, use Confuse Ray!"

Despite being hit, Ninetales' eyes glowed red. Vileplume started to wander aimlessly. This worried Zephyr as Diamond followed up her move. "Time to turn up the heat. Ninetales, use Flamethrower!"

Ninetales blew flames at Vileplume. Between the confusion and flames, Vileplume soon fainted.

"Vileplume is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Ninetales wins!"

"Things are getting real hot for Zephyr as his second Pokémon is defeated." Alurra said to the crowd.

Diamond and Eevee danced with joy after this victory. Zephyr recalled his Vileplume and got Diamond's attention.

"Sorry to interrupt your dance, gypsy girl." Zephyr said. "But, it's time for Ninetales to face my third Pokémon. Go, Marowak!"

Marowak came out and worried Diamond's friends.

"Better be careful, Diamond." Silver said. "Zephyr raised that Marowak since it was that Cubone from Lavender Town."

"Don't worry, guys." Diamond replied. "My Ninetales is ready for anything."

"Don't bet on it." Zephyr interrupted. *Marowak, use Bonemarang!"

Marowak threw it's bone to Ninetales. The fire fox moved out of way as the bone returned to it's owner.

"I'll still win." Zephyr claimed. "Marowak, use Bone Club!"

Marowak rushed it to whack Ninetales. Diamond reacted quickly. "Ninetales, use Fire Blast at close range!"

Ninetales readied it's fire as Marowak raised it's bone. The moves collided. But, what will be the results?

We'll find out in our next episode.

End of Chapter 41

42. The Main Event: Diamond Tiara vs. Zephyr Breeze part 2

Previously, the big battle between Diamond Tiara and Zephyr Breeze has begun. Zephyr thought his Mega Pidgeot was something when it defeated Diamond's Pikachu. But, her Alolan Ninetales left the majestic Bird Pokémon in the cold. Then, Diamond's regular Ninetales was too hot for Vileu. Then, Zephyr called out Marowak. Ninetales used Fire Blast while Marowak used Bone Club. When the smoke cleared, both Pokémon were knocked out.

"Both Pokémon are unable to battle." The referee announced. "This match is a draw!"

"What a shock to everybody!" MC Allura said. "Both Ninetales and Marowak were eliminated. Now, Zephyr Breeze has three Pokémon left while Diamond Tiara has four."

Zephyr and Diamond recalled their Pokémon. They were both surprised with what happened.

"First time I ever had a draw in these battles." Diamond said.

"Double for me, babe." Zephyr replied as he takes out his next Poké Ball. "Here comes my fourth Pokémon. Go, Rapidash!"

Rapidash came out with it's mane flaming up. In the stands, Filthy and Spoiled Rich watched the action, cheering for their daughter.

"What kind of horse is that?" Filthy Rich wondered.

"That is Rapidash, the Fire Horse Pokémon." Spoiled answered.

"Oh yeah. Now, I remember. Must've raised it as a Ponyta."

Diamond is amazed with this choice. "I never knew you caught a Ponyta, Zephyr."

"I'm full of surprises" Zephyr proudly said. "Let's see what you got."

"You asked for it. Let's go, Starmie."

Starmie came out, spinning happily. The referee made the call. "This battle continues."

"Starmie," Diamond called out, "use Rapid Spin!"

Starmie spins fast towards Rapidash. But, Zephyr reacted fast. "Push it back, Rapidash with Double Kick!"

Rapidash kicked Starmie twice, forcing it back. This got Diamond worried.

"Let's hit it with Flame Charge!" Zephyr said. As Rapidash ran towards Starmie, Diamond strikes back. "Starmie, use Hydro Pump!"

The Mysterious Pokémon hit Rapidash fast and hard with it's stream of water. Taken off guard, Rapidash got dizzy, then fainted.

"Rapidash is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Starmie wins!"

"Starmie extinguished Rapidash 's fire as Zephyr is down to two Pokémon." Allura said to the crowd.

"Rapidash, return." Zephyr said. He makes another choice. "Here's my fifth Pokémon. Go, Slowbro!"

Diamond got concerned, remembering how Slowbro was effective at the Saffron City gym. "Better put the lid on this fast. Starmie, use Rapid Spin!"

Starmie started to spin. But, Zephyr struck fast. "Slowbro, use Zen Headbutt!"

With it's head glowing, Slowbro rushed to strike Starmie. After landing on the ground, it's central red jewel flashed, indicating that it's defeated.

"Starmie is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Slowbro wins!"

"Starmie, return." Diamond sadly said.

"This is not looking good for Diamond, folks." Allura said to the crowd. "How will she bounce back from this?"

After taking out another Poké Ball, Diamond answered the question. "By going big. Let's go, Venusaur!"

Venusaur landed and made the ground shake. She then rubbed her necklace. "This is what trust between a Pokémon and a trainer can accomplish." She then pressed the jewel. "Now, my blooming beauty. MEGA EVOLVE!"

Even Venusaur's mega evolution didn't startle Zephyr. "Time to take your green buddy down. Slowbro, use Water Pulse!"

Slowbro sprayed a strong stream of water, hoping Venusaur would be confused. But, it stood firm as Diamond strikes back. "Venusaur, use Razor Leaf!"

Venusaur showered Slowbro with a barrage of leaves. They were strong enough to knock out the Hermit Crab Pokémon.

"Slowbro is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Venusaur wins!"

"Mega Evolution comes through as Diamond brought Zephyr to his last Pokémon." Allura announced.

Zephyr recalls Slowbro and pulls out his last Pokémon. "We made it this far. Time to go all out. Go, Raichu!"

Raichu comes out. Knowing what Raichu is capable of, Diamond struck first. "Venusaur, use Razor Leaf!"

Venusaur aimed and fired it's leaves. Zephyr isn't worried. "Raichu, use Brick Break!"

Fighting the leaves, Raichu landed a big blow to Venusaur. Seeing moisture on the mega Pokémon, Zephyr took advantage. "Raichu, use Thunderbolt!"

Raichu shocked Venusaur so goo, it soon fainted and returned to normal.

"Venusaur is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Raichu wins".

"Venusaur, return." Diamond said. She then looks at her opponent. "I won't quit. Snowflake, back to action!"

As the Alolan Ninetales comes back out, Zephyr looks ready. "Bring it on."

"It's brought!" Diamond replied. "Snowflake, use Aurora Beam!"

The Alolan Ninetales fired it's rainbow beam at Raichu. But, Zephyr won't go down easily. "Raichu, use Brick Break!"

Raichu jumped up and struck down the Alolan Ninetales. Since ice types are vulnerable to fighting moves, the icy fox soon fainted.

"The Alolan Ninetales is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Raichu wins!"

"Now, Diamond is down to her last Pokémon." Allura said. "Will this help her in this battle?"

Silver and Babs looked with worry. So did her parents. Diamond soon made her choice. "Time to shine!"

Eevee walks up to challenge Raichu. Zephyr looks at Eevee with uncertainty. "You sure your little friend can tackle my Raichu, DT?"

"Never underestimate a Pokémon by its size." Diamond informed.

"We'll see about that. Raichu, use Thunderbolt!"

Raichu fired it's electrical attack. Diamond reacted quickly. "Dodge. Then, use Quick Attack."

After avoiding being zapped, Eevee gave a fast jab to Raichu. Diamond notices that Raichu looks exhausted from battling Venusaur and the Alolan Ninetales. She is ready for anything.

"Okay, Eevee." Diamond calls out. "Use Swift!"

Eevee fired it's stars at the electric rodent. Zephyr isn't giving up. "Fight through, Raichu. Then, use Brick Break!"

Going through the Swift, Raichu is ready to strike at Eevee. But, Diamond launched a surprise. "Eevee, close the deal with DOUBLE KICK!"

Eevee kicked Raichu just as it was near. People watched with concern as Raichu tries to recover. After fifteen seconds, Raichu slowly fainted.

"Raichu is unable to battle." The referee announced. "Eevee wins. The winner and Kanto Region Champion is DIAMOND TIARA!"

"How about that, folks!" Allura shouted. "Diamond Tiara went through fought spots to win this important battle!"

Diamond was in shock. Then, she got excited. "I WON!!!"

Eevee jumped into her arms happily. Watching from Canterlot, Fluttershy was proud of her brother for trying.

"I guess Zephyr did okay after all." Rainbow Dash admitted.

Back at the Kanto arena, Diamond stood with her healed up Pokémon as MC Allura stepped up with a microphone in her hand.

"Congratulations, Diamond Tiara." Allura said. "Against impossible odds, you become Kanto Champion."

Everybody cheered as Diamond Tiara was given the microphone.

"Thank you, everybody." Diamond said happily. "I want to thank my friends and family for supporting my journey. I couldn't have done this without all of you."

Babs Seed, Silver Spoon, and even Holly Prema came to hug Diamond. The former prissy girl shed tears of happiness. From another section of the building, Ash Ketchum and his Pikachu watched, and are impressed.

"This is a great day, Pikachu." Ash said. "I'll bet Brock and Misty are proud of her too."

Pikachu nodded as they leave. Later that night, a fireworks display was being shown to close the event. Diamond watched with admiration, knowing that this is a great moment. With her trophy by her side, she can't wait to return home to Canterlot to show everyone her great accomplishment. "Just wait until the Cutie Mark Crusaders see this."

End of Chapter 42

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43. Home for the Celebration

Author's Note

And now, here's the finale of the story.

43. Home for the Celebration

A passenger plane is in the sky, many passengers look out the window, enjoying the view. Among them is Diamond Tiara. After some time to rest, she is now on her way back to Canterlot. She had a great adventure in the Kanto Region which led her to become the champion.

"Excuse me." Said a young boy with an autograph book. "I saw you win the Kanto Region's Pokémon League. May I have your autograph?"

"I be glad to." Diamond replied.

As Diamond signed the young man's book, an elderly woman got her attention.

"Are you really the Kanto Region's champion?" The lady asked.

"Yes, Ma'am." Diamond said as she gives the boy back his book and pen.

"You and your Pokémon were amazing. Especially that Eevee."

"Thank you."

Diamond thought about her friendship with Eevee. Although she left him in Kanto, her friendship will never fade away. As the plane landed, Diamond disembarked. Then, she was greeted by her parents and traveling companions.

"Hi, everybody." Diamond said. "I was hoping you would be here."

"Of course." Filthy Rich replied. "Somebody had to take you back home."

Everybody had a good laugh. Spoiled Rich made an announcement. "I asked the Apple Family if we can have a celebration at Sweet Apple Acres. They agreed."

"Cool." Babs Seed said. "I get to see my cousins again."

"Don't forget Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo." Silver Spoon added. "They and Apple Bloom are a great team, you know."

Soon, the group arrived at Sweet Apple Acres. Applejack saw the group coming. "Hey, Granny Smith! Diamond Tiara and company are here!"

Granny Smith, the patriarch of the family welcomed the group. "Howdy, everybody."

"Howdy, Granny." Filthy Rich said. "I hear this is where we're celebrating Diamond's victory in Kanto."

"Yup. The barbecue is already grilling, and many people are here for the party."

"Then, what are we waiting for?" Diamond said happily. "Let's go!"

"Go ahead, dear." Spoiled Rich said. "You and your friends can go on in."

Diamond and her friends went in the backyard as the party was going on. It was a lot of fun. Vinyl Scratch, also known as DJ Pon 3, was playing the music, Applejack and Big Mac were grilling the food, and Diamond was sharing her stories about what she and her friends went through.

"Must've been exciting that you three found Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle." Sweetie Belle said.

"I was even more exciting when we were given the mega stones and keystones for Mega Evolution." Babs added.

The Cutie Mark Crusaders were surprised to hear that phrase. "MEGA EVOLUTION?!"

"That's right." Diamond replied. "It was thanks to Mega Evolution that I made it far and won the big event."

The girls clapped for that accomplishment. At another table, Holly Prema watched as she munched on a hamburger.

"The Apple Family are sure good with the grill." Holly chirped. "These burgers are delicious."

Meanwhile, Fluttershy and Zephyr Breeze talked about the adventure from his point of view.

"Was it hard to be a Pokemon trainer?" Fluttershy asked.

"Not really." Zephyr answered. "Some of those tips you gave me really panned out."

"At least you made it to the final battle. Diamond Tiara was very hard to beat."

"She sure was. I think she makes a cool champion."

Rainbow Dash listed to the whole conversation. She was impressed that Zephyr dedicated himself to something worth while. Meanwhile, Pinkie Pie talked to Diamond. "Do you like the banners I posted showing which Pokémon helped you win?"

"I sure do, Pinkie." Diamond answered. "Rarity fell in love with both versions of Ninetales."

Rarity looked at the banners of the winning Pokémon and took pictures with her phone. Sunset Shimmer looked on.

"Needing inspiration for new fashions, Rarity?" Sunset asked.

"I do indeed." Rarity replied. "I love both versions of Ninetales. They are the most beautiful Pokémon I ever seen."

Soon, Twilight Sparkle came to the area with a microphone in her hand.

"Ladies and Gentleman." Twilight announced, hoping up a glass of soda. "Here's to our guest of honor: Diamond Tiara, the Kanto Region Champion!"

Everybody clapped and cheered for Diamond. She was indeed the girl of the hour. Photo Finish took a picture of Diamond, Silver, and Babs. This will be something to remember for a long time. Later that night, the party was winding down, and everyone went home. Inside her own home, Diamond Tiara dressed in her teal long sleeve nightgown.

She looked at her gym badges and her victory trophy. She also has a scrapbook of all of the tomboyish outfits she wore through out her journey.

"Bring a Pokémon trainer was quite an experience." Diamond said to herself. "Meeting many different kinds of Pokémon, battling interesting opponents, and shutting down those thugs of Team Rocket. I wonder if Jessie and James found a new calling since Giovanni is gone."

She then heard a knock on her door. "Come in?"

In steps her mother. She has a pleasant look on her face. "Ready for bed?"

"Yes, mother. Just remembering the good times on my journey."

"Well, here's a big surprise for you."

In walks a familiar sight. Diamond was surprised to see what it is. "EEVEE!"

It was indeed Eevee, the Evolution Pokémon. It helped Diamond throughout her whole journey. But, Diamond was confused.

"How did Eevee come here?" Diamond asked.

"Professor Oak stopped by a half hour ago." Spoiled Rich answered.

"Must've been while I was looking at my scrapbook."

"He figured you and Eevee are such a good team, he didn't want to break it up."

Eevee soon jumped into Diamond's arms. She was very happy. "I guess you want to stay with me. Huh, Eevee?"

Eevee nodded yes as Diamond cuddled her Pokémon friend. Spoiled Rich decided to leave them be as she closed the door. Later, Eevee was cuddled up on a spare pillow on the floor. Diamond turned off the light and they both fell asleep. The two friends probably dream of their good times together. This ends...

Diamond's Pokémon Adventure

THE END

Epilogue

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