Ash is just moving to a town called Vanneville. He meets plenty of new friends but one stands out more than the rest, but what will they think when they find out about his accomplishments?

After 8 years the world thinks that the champion of Kanto Ash Ketchum is dead. But when a mysterious, unknown champion shows up a the elite battle tournament. Well let's just say. You'll be DYING to read more =P

Five years have passed since Ash Ketchum disappeared. The Arc Tournament is a global competition where only the best trainers come together, battling to become a world champion trainer. On an island in the ocean, cut off from civilization, a familiar man received an invitation to the Arc Tournament. And with his return, he must face his emotions. Both old and new. Pairings include... AshxLeaf, AshxHilda, AshxDawn, AshxMay, MayxBrendan, DawnxPaul, and HildaxHilbert. (Not a Harem just don't want to give the final pairing away) This is a story written by Epsil0nCha0s on fanfiction.net, you should definitely check the account out for some awesome stories! I have made a couple tweaks to this story but the idea and most of this writing is all credited to Epsil0nCha0s!