1. Ash's Story (Part 7: Kalos)

Chapter 59

It's time for us to return to the Lumiose City League Stadium, where my parents, Charles Goodshow, Uncle Paris, and Aunt Diantha are waiting for us. Elline and David tackle their parents with a hug, and Emma and I also do the same.

Diantha says, "Welcome at last, Ash. I have been waiting for our battle for a long time."

I say, "Thank you, Diantha. I'm ready to battle you and get my sixth region champion."

Goodshow says, "As energetic as always, Ash?"

They head to the field, which is surrounded by the crowd. "Serena, everyone! Over here!" We are also surprised to find Tierno, Shauna, Trevor, Calem, Sawyer, and Mairin. Serena asks, "You all have come to see the battle?"

Shauna says, "Of course, we can't miss it."

Diantha sends out Hawlucha as her first Pokémon, and I respond by choosing Pikachu. Pikachu initiates with Quick Attack, but Hawlucha deftly evades and retaliates with High Jump Kick, sending Pikachu reeling. Despite the setback, Pikachu rallies, dodging a Flying Press and countering with Iron Tail. After a series of intense exchanges, Hawlucha succumbs to Pikachu's Electro Web.

Next up is Tyrantrum, prompting me to recall Pikachu and send out Noivern. A Boomburst from Noivern proves ineffective against Tyrantrum's Stone Edge. Strategically flying high, Noivern counters with Dragon Pulse, breaking through Tyrantrum's rock-based offense and securing a victory with a powerful Dragon Claw.

Diantha introduces Aurorus as her third Pokémon, and by using Avalanche, Noivern is unable to battle, leading to a switch as I send Hawlucha back into battle. Despite dealing damage with Karate Chop, Hawlucha ultimately succumbs to Aurorus's Aurora Beam. Pikachu returns to the fray, using Iron Tail and Brick Break to defeat Aurorus.

"Ash, I can feel the excitement when I am battling you," she remarks.

"Me too. It's like we're in a movie, only this is real," I reply.

As the battle progresses, Goodra faces its counterpart, they use Dragon Pulse and Bide to keep countering attacks, resulting in a double knockout. Gourgeist enters the field, and I counter with Talonflame. Despite Trick or Treat turning it into a Ghost-type and taking heavy damage from Shadow Ball, Talonflame's Flame Charge boosts its speed. It secures victory with a Brave Bird against Gourgeist.

"Diantha has only one Pokemon while Ash still has 3, he can win this!" Alice says.

David says, "But we all know what is Mom's final Pokemon."

Diantha, down to her last Pokémon, unveils Gardevoir. I remain optimistic, but the mood turns tense as Gardevoir's overwhelming speed allows it to defeat Talonflame with Thunderbolt. Pikachu enters the battle, initiating with Iron Tail and Quick Attack, both skillfully dodged by Gardevoir. Gardevoir uses Shadow Ball, which sends Pikachu flying and I run to catch him. When I catch it, Pikachu has already fainted.

"It seems the tide is turning..." Sawyer says.

"Yeah, Gardevoir is so strong even it doesn't mega evolve." Serena says.

Diantha says, "Let me guess, your final Pokemon is going to be him, right?"

I smile, "You have got it, Greninja, I choose you!"

The final showdown unfolds, with Greninja facing Gardevoir. A strategic dance ensues, with Water Shurikens and Shadow Balls colliding in midair. Despite Greninja's clever use of Double Team, Gardevoir retaliates with a Moonblast that leaves Greninja vulnerable. I encourage Greninja to rise, and the battle intensifies with both sides giving their all.

As the tension peaks, I decide to go for the Ash-Greninja form, the battle reaches a crescendo, with Greninja using Water Shuriken and Aerial Ace, and Diantha decides to Mega Evolve Gardevoir, as the battle really starts now.