Chapter 7:
The energetic enforcer

“Team Rocket! Get back here!” Ash shouted to his traditional thugs who had made another attempt at his newest traveling partner - Renamon. The fact that they did so was that the boy nowadays was only humoring them, but this time they got him a bit angry. Fact was that they someway or another stuffed his dazzling vixen in a small pet carrier before taking fight.

“That dog doesn’t belong to you.” Dawn, the latest wreaked bike girl, shouted before getting a ticked look from the veteran trainer as he looked over his left shoulder. “Sorry, Ash, poor choice of words.” She muttered back to him since after seeing what the two of them did to a robot she feared what he could do to flesh and blood.

‘The least they could have done was spring for a bigger container.’ The hero of Pallet thought as he and the other two continued to pursue them. Unlike the others James knew that these schemes of theirs was going to end badly, but he had to act as though they wouldn’t.

“Never stopped us before. We’re not changing our modus-operandi.” He said to them with crossed arms. ’Even though we kind of already did.’ He thought as he recalled the meaning of said word. Jessie heard her male…friend’s comment and decided to add to it.

“Right. We laugh at the word enough.” She said to them even though that she will have to ask James what is the meaning of the word that he just used since it did sound something that really described them. “What’s mine is mine and what’s yours is to.” She added to her first comment in a confident way.

“Wobbuffet!” The blue creature shouted out at them which was his way of saying, “What she said.” To end their side of the argument was Meowth.

“Forget, Fox-Face, and collect dog stamps.” The white furred one said to them as he stood on the ledge of their basket with his hands to his waist. No sooner then the feline said that Ketchum was suddenly assaulted of images of standard dogs namely - Dalmatian, Irish Setter, Afghan, Rough Collie, and two Whippets, but he shook those thoughts away no problem.

‘Enough of this.’ Ash thought as he grabbed the ball containing his newest flier. “Starly, I choose you.” He shouted just before throwing and releasing his friend.

“Ready.” The creature said even though most of them heard him say his name. The flier enjoyed the feel of the wind on feathers again, but right now the bird knew that he had a job to do.

“Starly, cut the rope holding Renamon’s cage with your Wing Attack.” He shouted out to his friend. The creature saw his target and headed in that direction at top speed, for his current form.

“You got it.” The flying fighter said while going in that direction. The human male on the opposing side heard and knew that this was coming, and as much as he’d prefer to just let him have her back he didn’t want Jessie to know that he had given up of being part of this whole thing.

“As if. Let’s ask Carnivine for an alternate opinion.” James said as he released his old chum from his Poke`ball.

“I’m free.” The botanical big mouth shouted and then instead of going after the bird he instead bit down on his old friend’s head. The second his teeth were on the man’s head they all had something to say about it:

“Hey! Go bite on someone elses head.” James said before sitting down since Jessie had taken one of his legs into her arms, and was using one of her own feet on the plant creature’s head.

“James’ hair isn’t dental floss.” The female of the group explained to the latest biter while trying to make it stop.

“You’re biting the wrong airhead.” The cat said as he was trying to lift the grass type’s upper jaw off of his friend’s head. When it wasn’t working with minimal effort they all tried to get the friendly fern off with all that they had.

‘I get it.’ The plant thought and released his grip on his old friend. The motion happened so suddenly that it jostled the basket.

“What the!” The attacking bird said in his language as the balloon was pulled down a bit causing the attacker’s beak to his the head; it burst on impact. “Oh, crap!” The bird shouted after being blown away from the hole.

“Starly!” The trainer shouted to his blown away friend before seeing the look of fear in the fox’s eyes.

‘No, I can’t be separated from him again.’ She thought as she looked at him. The kitsune was so concerned with her old friend that she forgot about another one of her tricks, so she stayed in the pet carrier.

“Renamon, no.” The hero shouted out before going ape for her - leaping and grabbing onto one of the branches, and swung that way to get to her. The balloon and those inside of it landed in an opening with a lake, but their crash caused one creature to awaken from a nap.

“Huh? What was that noise?” A green, plant-like turtle said in his language before walking from the forest edge to the clearing. ‘What a strange creature.’ The new Pokemon thought as he made his way to the container which held a yellow dog. “There you go.” The creature said after seeing that the door’s lock was only a button.

“Thank you.” Renamon said as she crawled out of her prison before standing up, and stretched for a bit. ‘I find it amusing that these wild Pokemon are nicer than the tamed ones I’ve met.’ The digital life form thought as she looked down at her rescuer.

“You’re not relieved of duty, foxy-friend.” A familiar voice said to the two of them. The duo turned to see the three responsible for her delayed time with her partner.

“Now, Carnivine sink your teeth into someone else.” The male human ordered while pointing to the one that caught her.

“You got it boss.” The plant said back even though the humans only heard the creature’s name. The target in question got into a fighting position, but soon saw the new guy stand up for her.

“First, you have to get by me.” He said to them and stood before the humanoid: ready to defend her.

“You’re a Turtwig, aint ya?” The cat questioned even though the answer was obvious to anyone. The creature in question then ordered to the human talking creature that was with the humans knowing that he was going to translate for him. “Oh, please, just cause you say we’re trespassing on your turf don’t mean we’re looking at the same stupid you are.” The cat shouted in anger since he hated that the new guys had to act tougher then him.

‘Guy’s not listening, so maybe this will help.’ The turtle thought before shouting out something to the creature before him, and stomped his upper right foot for good measure.

“Yeah. So, what if you blow your top? That leafy head of yers doesn’t scare me a bit.” The cat said back while trying to be tough in front of the new guy. His human associates decided to back up his claim despite the fact that they knew nothing of this creature.

“I’ll say.” The male said before getting down to business. “Carnivne, Bullet Seed.” James ordered and was pleased that it was obeyed. The two the attack was aimed at dodged it, but it was the Pokemon that charged at them.

‘Okay, now I’m mad.’ Turtwig thought as he charged at the two, and could see the boastful one show signs of being worried.

“Now we got problems. Wakin up a Turtwig from a snooze is askin for trouble.” The cat warned them as they all watched the creature leap into action by tackling the one responsible for the attack. The fly trap flew back into his team causing the lot of them to fly away.

“Talk about an early exit.” The red head said to the others as they were flying away. Her human friend decided to speak of the blight he had before their crash.

“Hardly worth the bite marks on my brain.” He said even though he knew the teeth didn’t go that far, but he had to make a point somehow.

“We’re blasting off again.” They all shouted before going out of sight. What had happened actually got the Rookie’s attention.

‘If he was trained correctly, there’s no telling what he could do with that kind of power.’ She thought as she saw her rescuer stand triumphantly over what he had just done.

“Renamon.” Ash cried out, closer than he was the first time this separation happened. Said creature turned her head in the direction the voice was coming from, and saw that he…and two others coming into the same clearing at the two of them. “I’m glad to see that you are uninjured.” He said to her in an honest tone.

“I’m alright. A little stiff, but that can be healed with a fight.” She answered back to him, and he knew that she meant that she wanted to test his aura powers after seeing them in work back with that robot.

“Someone else to hurt.” The defender said as he took a few steps in between them, and got ready to fight these three new challengers.

“Wow! It’s a Turtwig.” Dawn said in awe after seeing a creature she saw at the beginning of her journey. The two knew that she was right since her Professor introduced them to the remaining starter.

“Sure is. Professor Rowin said it was a starter here in Sinnoh.” Ash informed his traveling buddy before reaching for his Pokedex to give them more information.

“Turtwig - the tiny leaf Pokemon: It’s shell is made up of Earth and when it absorbs water it becomes harder.” The machine said to them before the raven haired hero put it away.

“That’s really rare. Seeing a wild Turtwig.” The breeder informed them since he spoke from experience. It was he and three others that found a Mudkip location for Hoen’s starting trainers.

“This is my chance.” Dawn said to them since there was a part of her that wanted all three starters for herself. “Piplup, use Peck!” She said while unleashing her starting Pokemon on the wild starting creature.

“You got it.” The penguin said with a glowing beak, and ran right for the green being in question. The turtle was not afraid and countered it with Razor Leaf. The three humans were surprised that this one countered so quickly.

“Quick, dodge it.” The latest biker said and they watched as the bird stopped, and rolled over behind a nearby stone for cover. As the attack continued one leaf landed in the bush beside the humans causing a familiar Pokemon - Oddish.

“Oh, what hit me.” The Grass/Poison type muttered while stumbling about. They all saw that the creature unleashed a blue powder into the air. The trainer saw how close the plant was to his partner so he tried to intervene.

“Renamon.” Ash shouted as he ran over to her to, respectfully, tackle her to the ground, but even with his aid the both of them got a nose full of Sleep Powder causing both of them to fall asleep. “Time for my nap.” He muttered while unconsciously snuggled in close to her.

“What happened to them!” Dawn said in alarm at the slumbering duo before her. Brock decided to tell her even though he was not surprised that such a thing happened.

“They got a snoot full of Oddish’s Sleep Powder.” He said before watching as the turtle grabbed the kitsune’s tail with his mouth, and ran away. “Hey, wait!” The breeder shouted before giving chase.

“Turtwig?” The coordinator questioned before going after her friend. In the brush was a woman that was seeing the whole thing and decided to reveal herself to the others.

“Mercy me.” She said after the two gave chance. “Children?” She questioned to the two which caused them to stop and turn to face her. She filled the two in on who she was and of the Pokemon that dog-napped their friend. The former gym leader picked up the trainer and carried him to the woman’s home. “Drink this, dear.” The woman as she poured a tea of sorts into his mouth once the older boy laid him on the couch.

“Huh?” Ash questioned after feeling his strength returning and the first thing that he saw was a peaceful looking woman above him. “Where am I?” He questioned out of concern while sitting up right. “Renamon?” He questioned and was expecting her to appear out of no where. “Where’s Renamon?” He questioned while placing his feet on the floor as he still sat on the green sofa.

“It looks like my herb tea sure did it’s job.” The older woman said to the boy beside her as he continued to scan as much as he could.

“Huh?” Ketchum questioned since he was still out of the loop over what was going on right now.

“Forgive me. My name’s Clara.” She said to him as she used a polite and even tone.

“Hi, I’m Ash, nice to meet you.” He said in return since he believed it was the right thing to say at the time. Dawn saw his confusion and decided to elaborate for him.

“This is Clara’s house.” The young coordinator said to the confused youth.

“Did you have a nice nap?” Brock questioned to his friend in a mocking and serious question style. Clara could still see the uneasiness in the boy’s eye of not being near this Renamon person.

“You have nothing to fear. Turtwig’s a good Pokemon. I’m sure your Renamon is fine.” The woman assured him and could tell that he was a bit more confused than before.

“I don’t get it.” Dawn said to the others before adding. “You know that Turtwig?” The others now wondered the same thing since she knew how this creature liked to operate.

“Heaven’s yes. Turtwig and I are old friends.” She said to the young lady. This caused the hero to smile and be amazed over hearing that.

“Wow! Really?” He exclaimed and questioned to her temporarily forgetting about his canine companion, and focused more on her tale. Deep in the forest Turtwig had released the fox’s tail, letting her just sleep for a moment as he stood guard.

‘She might be hungry.’ The grass themed one thought and rammed his head on a nearby tree causing a piece of fruit to fall and hit her on the head.

“What was that for?” She moaned while rubbing the top of her head. She then saw the green turtle walk over to her and place the food that hit the vixen’s head on the ground. “Is this for me?” She questioned while picking it up with one hand.

“Of course it is.” He said back to her. The kitsune was weary of it at first, but after a nibble she enjoyed the taste and started to eat it. While the Digimon was enjoying her meal Ash continued to listen to Clara’s story.

“Turtwig is a little helper, you see? Turtwig is always coming to the aid of people and Pokemon, and has been for quit some time.” She said to them, and even though the trainer liked someone with those qualities it did not stop him from thinking about his old friend.

“So, Clara, does that mean Turtwig is your Pokemon?” Dawn questioned since that seemed what a trained Pokemon would do.

“No, dear. Land sakes, I’m plenty busy working in my herb garden without the time it being a trainer or coordinator.” She answered to the youth before adding how she met the Grass type. “Truth is: Turtwig showed up here one day out of no where. The poor dear looked exhausted, so I whipped up some dinner and made sure Turtwig got plenty of sleep.” The others liked the way she handled said creature.

“Well, if I were Turtwig, I’d never want to leave after that.” Brock said since that was how their Pokemon felt about them due to their display of kindness. The woman before him sighed since she liked his honesty.

“Yes, Turtwig has been here ever since. Helping everything and everyone including me.” Clara said to the three to let them know that what the breeder said was true. “All from a simple twist of fate.” She added to her first comment. “In no time at all the Pokemon around here have made Turtwig their leader.” She said to them not knowing that the plant was going to show his guest what Clara was talking about.

‘This is quite good.’ The vixen thought as she was now eating some smaller fruit. ‘Turtwig isn’t half bad company.’ Renamon thought before picking up an argument between two creatures.

“What now?” Turtwig questioned before looking up and saw a Mankey and Geodude fighting over a piece of food. Wanting to settle thins on his turf the first stage creature charged at the tree they were on and head butted it.

“It would seem those two want that piece of food.” Renamon said to her new friend as they watched the fighting type and the rock type continue their squabble. Without another word Turtwig tackled the piece of food away.

‘These two are starting to annoy me.’ He thought out of anger as the two to either side of him shouted the same thing, ‘that was my food and he stole it.’ Out of no where a dust cloud appeared around them.

‘He may need a hand.’ The Digimon thought while walking to the fight, but stood to the side, and waited if he needed help. After a few moments of shouting the dust cleared and it was Turtwig that stood triumphant. ‘He would do well on Ash’s team.’ She thought not knowing that her…partner was still at the woman’s house: still listening to her story.

“But at times Turtwig gets carried away. It’s a lot responsibility for the dear.” She said to them and all could tell that the woman did not want the creature to suffer some sort of mental strain of maintaining peace in this area.

“Sounds like the pressure’s pretty high.” Dawn stated to her new friend since to her it did sound like a lot of work. “The Turtwig that I saw in Professor Rowin’s lab was totally laid back and so relaxed.” She added as she recalled how the creature in question were polar opposites in personality.

“Pokemon are like people: with more kinds of personalities than you can believe.” Brock explained as he recalled Professor Oak saying such things when they stopped by his house before the Indigo League fights.

“Brock’s right, but I still can’t figure out why that Turtwig was trying to attack us.” Ash said in confusion even though he was sort of having a Bulbasaur flashback at the moment.

“Well, I know I wasn’t there, but if I were to guess I’d say Turtwig was trying to protect Renamon.” She said to them even though she only watched as Brock and Dawn ran after her old chum.

“Of course! Turtwig must have thought we were trying to do Renamon harm.” Brock said and cursed himself for not picking that up sooner.

“For real?” Dawn questioned since that still didn’t add up. She knew that none of the three of them would raise a hand to that fighter in that angered fashion. It was then the trainer’s mind was made up as he stood up from the couch.

“I’ll be right back.” He said to them before adding, “I’m going to go out and get Renamon.” The Pallet protector was determined to find his old friend, and make sure that she was safe. “We’ll talk it out. Once I tell Turtwig the truth it’ll be fine.” He informed then with a confident smile on his face.

“There that should be enough food.” Turtwig said to the two once his opponents regained consciousness and saw that there were two piles of different food before them. The two said ‘thanks’ and with happy expressions the duo left their suppliers.

“At least that mess was easily resolved.” The Digital one said since she used her speed just like Turtwig used his head to gather all of that food. “Hmm?” She questioned once a yawn was made and the fighting fox watched as the Grass type decided to take a nap.

“Renamon.” Ash said as he and the others saw her standing there a little ways in front of them.

“Ash, what kept you?” Renamon questioned casually not knowing her voice woke her new friend up. Just like their first meeting the enforcer stood before the taller creature glaring at the new comers.

“We thought we’d find you two here.” Dawn said to the two of them; not scared at all by the Grass class’ tough act.

“It’s great how Clara knows Turtwig.” Brock said calmly as well since he too was unfazed by the creature’s need to defend. Ash walked over by himself since believed going alone would help things.

‘Oh, man. This is gonna hurt.’ Ketchum thought before being tackled to the ground by the enforcer of the location.

“Ash!” Brock said in alarm as he and Dawn jogged over to see if the down trainer needed any help.

“That was some smack.” Ash said since it has been a while since he had felt a physical attack that did not have an elemental or psychic feel to it.

“Are you okay?” Dawn questioned not knowing that the hero before her has survived far worse. The team saw that the turtle got some distance after his tackle and was preparing to do it again.

“You can’t be serious?” Renamon questioned as she stood in between them.

“Of course I am. These guys will hurt you just like those other two.” Turtwig said to them even though the humans had no idea what he was saying.

“Turtwig isn’t listening to Renamon in the slightest.” Brock pointed out, and the other two noticed it as well.

“I know some people like that.” Dawn pointed out, meaning their stalkers that refused to listen to reason even though Ash and Brock have defeated them time and time again.

“Would you stop this and listen to him for once.” Renamon shouted to the creature while bonking him on the head with a light punch. The creature turned to see what she meant before listening to the human.

“Renamon is my best friend. See, we were only trying to help. Team Rocket - they’re the bad guys that took Renamon away from me, we’re trying to stop them.” Ash said to the little creature and he saw that the Grass type seemed confused over the news so he turned to his new friend.

“He is right, little one.” She said and saw his face went from confused to shock. In that state he backed up to the tree and began a rapid nodding motion.

“I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I’m sorry.” He said even though he knew that humans did not know he was saying the creature prayed that his action will show them what he was saying.

“Guess Turtwig is sorry for what happened.” Brock said to the rest of his friends since he got the jist over what he was doing.

“A little…too sorry, don’t you think.” The coordinator said since it was just a minor misunderstanding she was not sure why the Pokemon would go to this extreme. Ash put on his hat, which was knocked off when he fell, and decided to make the protector feel better.

“Don’t worry about it, Turtwig.” He said after walking over and placing his right hand on the shell. “Hey, I’m really grateful to you for saving Renamon.” He added to his first comment since he really was grateful to the local.

“He is right. I would never have gotten out of that cage if it was not for your help.” The yellow furred one said; also trying to cheer the creature up. The two watch as he raised his eyes to face the human, and was about to say something, but was interrupted by an injured Linoone.

“A Linoone, but what’s wrong?” Ketchum questioned as he saw the collapsed creature. The others were also confused at the injured arrival from behind the bush.

“A Linoone?” The new girl questioned before activating her Pokedex.

“Linoone, the Rushing Pokemon - When it spots its prey it runs after it in a straight line. Though able to run over sixty miles per hour it is unable to turn.” The machine said to her as Ash and Renamon went over to the creature in question.

“Brock, we’ve got to help.” Ash said to the injured one, now resting in his arms. The breeder heard him, and knelt down to see if there was anything he could do.

“Hmm? This Linoone really smashed into something hard.” He pointed out while not noticing the circling eyes from the fox for stating the obvious. “We’d better hurry.” He insisted to his friend. Without missing a beat the hero stood up while still holding onto the creature.

“Right. Let’s head back to Clara’s house, quick.” He said before turning and racing back to the elder’s home. ‘I knew I saw something when I was testing my aura, but I wasn’t sure what it was.’ He thought while giving a passing glass to the injured one.

“These herbs are perfect for healing all sorts of wounds and bruises.” Brock said after taking the injured monster from his friend, sat down on a backyard seat, and fed him some herbs that Clara gave to him. “You’ll be better real soon.” He said to the creature.

“That’s good.” The Normal type said while enjoying having it’s belly rubbed. The others were also sitting around the small white table with him; watching as he went to work.

“Real soon is right. You sure know your stuff.” Dawn said in astonishment since seeing this older man due what he does was truly impressive in her opinion.

“You certainly do.” Clara said before adding, “You’re quite the Pokemon healer.” He felt humbled by what she said, but he had to be honest to the both of them.

“Don’t thank me. Those wonderful herbs of yours did the trick.” Brock said back to her while looking at the garden beside them. Ketchum looked over to a tree where Renamon was just leaning against it with her arms crossed and her eyes closed.

“I’m glad we found Linoone so quick.” Ash said while looking away from his partner to face the others. He got happy praise by the Pokemon on the table along with a simple head nod from the Rookie.

“Intriguing.” Jessie said while looking through the periscope as she and two others sat in their Magikarp sub. “Team Rocket, Turtwig.” She said; explaining over what she had found.

“If that Turtwig had no problems decking us. It’ll make Turtwig soup outta those dummies.” Meowth said as he was station on the furthest set of peddles.

“Renamon and Turtwig the world will be our Cloyster.” James said to them not believing that he was in the middle, but he tried to be a gentleman about it and not touch or look at his female partner’s rump.

“Sailing through the Sinnoh region soon our legend will be legion.” The three of them said even though they had a feeling that it was going to end they still had to try.

Yes, but not without a beating first.” Their blue friend said along with their entry level creature who used the same statement as his friend. On the surface Ash again tried to use aura without the gloves and saw something in the lake, but didn’t know for sure.

“Let’s launch this legend today.” She said to her male friends while recalling the scope.

“Ma`am, yes, ma`am.” The two said and helped her peddle the device closer to shore. The others were enjoying Brock’s cooking while waiting for the Normal type to feel better.

“Anytime you cook something that needs eating: just ask.” Dawn said as she spooned up some more vegetable soup for herself.

“Please, Brock my boy, is there anything you can’t do?” Clara questioned to the man across from her, because as she can see he seems to be the complete package - knowledge on human and Pokemon food, healer, and good about keeping personal appearance in tip-top shape.

“Well, I’m glad you’re enjoying it. There’s lots more so dig in.” The breeder said to the all of them. Ash decided how everyone off the table was doing with their food.

“Hey, Linoone, good food, huh?” Ketchum questioned and the creature took his head away from the bowl to give him an answer.

“It is very good.” Renamon said as she ate it. Brock said to her as he prepared her food that he was basing off of a Pokemon called Vulpix - a creature she wished to meet one day.

“Great food.” The rushing class said while looking at the human with a smile. Turtwig saw that the creature’s food was gone, so he grabbed his dish with the tip of his mouth and pushed it over to his fellow Pokemon.

“There, have my food.” The enforcer said with a smile.

“Thank you.” Linoone answered back before digging back into the food. The trainer saw the act of kindness and decided to say something about it.

“You know what? You’re nice after all.” He said and received a nod from the mon in question. “But don’t let it go to your head.” He continued to speak, but saw the confused look on the grass type so he added, “Or mine.” While pointing at his hat.

‘Oh man! That’s right!’ Turtwig thought as he flashed back of how quickly he attacked the human without hearing his side why the canine was caged. ‘I almost forgot about that with the friendly atmosphere around here.’ He thought with a sulking head.

“It was just a little joke.” He said after a minor laugh to the creature in question. “Hey, Turtwig, you need to eat too.” The trainer said while getting a ladle full of soup and poured it into the empty bowl. “Here you go.” The human said once the food was in the container.

“You’re nice.” The creature shouted while jumping into the air and clamped onto the trainer’s head causing Renamon, Brock, and Dawn to become concerned after seeing this.

“Turtwig, cut it out! Let go of my head.” He shouted while trying to pull the creature from his head without damaging his skull. His attempts were stalled after hearing the woman laugh.

“Turtwig is such a scamp.” She said with her hand over her mouth as to not offend the trainer in any way.

“Scamp?” Dawn and Brock said as one in confusion while their friend just looked at her oddly. She heard them and decided to clear the air for them:

“When Turtwig bites you it’s a sign that Turtwig really likes you.” She explained to them. They heard her, but what was said did not make any sense to them.

“So, does Turtwig do that to you too.” The coordinator questioned since Clara did say that she kept an eye on the head biting Pokemon.

“Of course.” She answered, and knew that actions spoke better than words some time, so she added, “Come here Turtwig.” The moment she said that the turtle released Ash’s head and leaped to his friend.

“Here I come!” He shouted while flying over to her.

“Clara!” Brock shouted in alarm.

“Look out!” Ketchum shouted as well, and was about to have the Digimon take the hit only to watch as the Grass type was stopped by a thick twig. To show them that she was okay Clara angled her friend away, and that was when they saw the turtle biting into a branch.

“Amazing.” Dawn said in awe over how fast the woman pulled out such a defensive tool. “That was like a great combination.” She added while still shocked over what she saw.

“I’m sure with a little practice you can do the same.” The woman said with a smile as he friend was still chewing on the stick in her hand. The group liked the sound of that and Ketchum knew it would be a lot less painful than letting the creature do it when ever he pleases.

‘Now what?’ Renamon thought as she felt a plunger on her butt and saw that Turtwig was in the same boat. No sooner that the rubber tools hit the two of them felt themselves being pulled to the lake.

“Renamon.” Ash shouted before thinking, ‘The slight shimmer that I saw was them.’ The trainer watched as his partner and new friend were sealed in a glass pill shaped container. “Turtwig. Renamon.” Ash shouted at the floating container, but after an eruption of water a metal Magikarp appeared before them.

“Who in the name of Pokemon are you?” Clara questioned to the three rising from the top of the machine. With that they began their chanting, but Ash was still confused why his stalkers went with a small container even though they should know by now his partner was much larger.

“That’s some catch. You can’t get any fresher than this.” James said as he looked down and saw that the creatures were still holding steady.

“Why don’t you guys just give it up?” Dawn said since dealing with these guys once a day was as much as she could handle.

“That hat of yours is too tight otherwise you would remember what I said was mine is mine and what’s yours is too.” Jessie said while seeming board of the new girl’s rant.

“We got two Power creatures perched in a portable pouch.” The feline said to her before they all ducked into the machine and sped away. The two captives shot out cries of alarm and worry to the four humans before being taken away.

“Turtwig! Renamon!” He shouted before leaping into the water and swimming after them.

“What are you doing?” Dawn questioned out of alarm since she did not like how this human often took these kinds of risks.

“Dawn, get Piplup.” Brock said to her since he knew his old friend was going to need aquatic assistance.

“Piplup: go help Ash get Renamon and Turtwig.” Dawn ordered after getting the right ball for the right task. No sooner that it was summoned that the flightless bird followed after the human.

“Oh, dear, it seems Team Rocket plans to escape by using the river.” Clara said to them as they watched the human and Pokemon follow after a dorsal fin. Brock then acted as a second in command when his friend is playing hero.

“Then, let’s go after them.” The breeder said to the both of them. After receiving nods from the both of them they all headed out. Inside the sub the trio was celebrating their success of their capture.

“Aah, the sea life.” James said while counting down until Ash showed up to spoil the other’s fun.

“Strollin along in this worthless tub.” Meowth added to his friend’s comment.

“Yep, you can say that again.” Wobbuffet said to his fellow Pokemon’s comment. Jessie looked at a monitor pre-programmed to a rear camera and saw that it was the one person they did not want to see.

“Twerp on screen.” She shouted to the others in alarm. This got a surprised gasp by both of them as they watched him get closer and closer to the container. Outside the two creatures were happy to see the hero of this dimension come for them.

“I’ve got you.” He said while wrapping his right arm around the container as an anchor for himself. The ones inside watched as Piplup also was near their prize and the female thief could not have that.

“Give it some gas, guys.” She ordered to them, and no sooner that she said that then it was answered. “Peddle to the medal.” She added to her first order.

“We’re full speed.” The two males said and angled their vessel downward. This caused the ones on the outside to follow its lead.

‘This is bad!” Ketchum thought as he and Piplup were submerged in the water. Despite to new field he could see the worry in his partner’s eyes, and he could not have that.

‘Blast. If I had the room I’d smash this glass with my head.’ Turtwig thought as all he could feel was fur all around him. It was then Ketchum concentrated his aura as a shield around his right fist, and began to pound on the container.

‘Please work.’ The hero thought as he continued until finally after the tenth swing his fist went through. Now with the container damaged the fox stretched as far as she could, and the pill box cracked open like an egg.

‘Good job.’ She thought before looking at his left hand which held her Digivice, and with that she knew what to do. “Renamon digivolve to…” She said before transforming and finished with, “Kyubimon.” Since her flames were mystical in nature so the four legged fox knew her attack would work. “Dragon Wheel!” No sooner the move hit an explosion occurred.

“It’s no good.” The woman said to the two youths before her as she was trying to catch her breath.

“Clara?” The breeder questioned out of concern.

“Are you alright?” Dawn questioned when the two of them back peddled back to her. She did not wish to worry them, so she explained herself in the best way:

“I can’t take another step.” She told them. At that moment the explosion between Digimon attack and Pokemon prop.

“It’s Ash.” Brock said aloud while Dawn spoke the creature’s names. Ketchum landed belly first followed by Turtwig and Piplup who rolled off his back, but the canine sat on her partner in traditional dog style.

“It’s so good to see that you are all okay.” Clara said to her new friends, and watched as the nine tailed one got up and walked off of her friend.

“You were great Piplup.” Dawn said, praising her partner for staying by Ash’s side throughout the whole thing. Wanting not to seem like a bad guy Ketchum decided to do the same.

“Yeah, Piplup, thank you,” He said after standing up from his fall. “And how are you two holding up.” He questioned to the turtle and fox behind him even though he could tell that they were just fine.

“I am well, Ash, and I apologize for landing on you.” Kyubimon said to him while the turtle didn’t look so hot.

“I’m exhausted but…give me a minute.” Turtwig said to them while looking to the sky. Once he had done that the Grass type Pokemon then activated one of it’s special abilities.

“What’s that?” Dawn questioned as she and the others saw the turtle’s two leaves on the top of its head light up.

“It’s called Synthesis.” Clara said to the young one, but that still didn’t fully answer her question.

“I’ve never heard of it.” The coordinator admitted to the others.

“Synthesis is a move that allows a Pokemon to heal fast.” Brock explained since he often read up on the latest attacks weather they be for offense or defense. When the light faded from the creature’s body they could all tell that he was back to fighting fit.

“Well, what do you know? It really works.” Dawn said to them in astonishment, and wanted to catch a Pokemon that has that ability for herself. Their tranquil time was interrupted by the Rocket Stalkers.

“Pardon me if I could care less.” Jessie said with a tone to make them believe she was physically ill over what was going on. “You make me sick. Listen to the Twerpish dragging.” She continued once she had their attention.

“You dweebs think we’re gonna let you off easy then think again.” Meowth shouted to them. James just gave the two of them a confused look, but they didn’t care.

‘You’d think they would learn to accept defeat gracefully.’ James thought, but since he did not want to seem like a deserter the trainer stood up and said, “Right. We’ll lose when I say so.” This caused their Psychic type to speak out.

“Yeah, he’s right.” The blue one said. Not liking where this was going the red head decided to take the lead.

“Alley-Oop.” Jessie shouted as she and three others leapt from the boat and landed on sure. The heroes, and allies, stood on one side of the open field and Jessie and James to the other.

“Alright. Enough is enough.” He said to them with a hero tone. The creatures around him got ready for a fight. This did not sit well with the female since she hated the kind of people that stood for what Ash is all about.

“More Twerp Intolerance!” She shouted before getting out a Pokeball and summoned, “Seviper, Go.” Her partner did not want to be kept from the action.

“Carnivine, you too.” He cheered, but sadly the plant reacted just like in the basket: turned about and started to bite his partner’s head. “Stop it, I like my long hair.” He said while trying to get the affectionate one off of him.

“Seviper, use Poison Tail.” Jessie called out.

“And you use Bite, Carnivine: Go.” James called out, and that was precicly what the two did for them. The four legged vixen was about to do attack until she and the others watched Turtwig go. He Tackled the snake, and bit the flytrap.

“No way.” The two said together; not believing that an entry level creature was beating both of their creatures without any help from Ash or the others.

“Yes, way!” Dawn countered to them while praising her friend for his effort. The enforcer then landed on the ground, and tossed the Grass type back to them. The feline was startled, but still okay.

“You and all your dumb teeth.” Meowth complained to their plant as he stood on Wobbuffet’s head. This action angered the red head even more so.

“Right. Seviper, Poison Tail once more.” Jessie said to her stand-by snake.

“Carnivine, Bite, but their head’s - not mine.” James ordered to his partner. The two said that they were ready and then charged straight ahead.

“Kyubimon, your turn.” He said to his Champion who ran straight ahead, and called forth the same move as before.

“Dragon Wheel!” The attack consumed both creatures causing them to collide with the sideline characters, and send them into orbit. After spinning the Digimon heard their bickering, but knew that it was of little importance.

“All right!” Ash cheered while his partner just nodded of her own accomplishment. Turtwig on the other hand turned to face the trainer, and happily bit on his head. “Haven’t we had enough biting for one day. I like you too, but this is nuts.” He said to his new friend. The group headed back to Clara’s home for another small visit before they left.

“Thank you for everything, Clara.” Dawn said to their new friend as they stood outside her home.

“You all take care.” She said to the group of young travelers.

“And you do the same.” Brock said since he really did like her company and would like to visit sometime again. Ash decided to say good-bye to the four legged powerhouse who finally let go of his head.

“You take it easy, Turtwig.” He said to the Grass type in a calm voice.

“Yes, stay strong.” Renamon, who changed back since there was no need for Kyubimon to be around, said to the creature before the four of them walked off. As they left the elder heard a moan from her old friend, and knew what the Pokemon wanted.

“Yes, I know. You want to go.” She said to the small creature. Said Pokemon heard her and had to ask, ’Are you really sure?’ in his native tongue. “Of course. I’ll be just fine by myself. You go with them.” She said to him with a gentle smile.

‘If that’s what she wants.’ The Pokemon thought before chasing after them. He was able to reach them, and even get in front of them.

“Turtwig?” The hero questioned to the return of this area’s Grass class.

“What’s wrong?” Dawn questioned and could only hope that everything was okay. She saw them stare at the creature and decided to explain it to them.

“Turtwig wants to go with you.” Clara said while walking up behind them. Ash turned to face her with a confused look on his face. “You shouldn’t be surprised. Turtwig likes you.” She said to him, giving the young man a reason for the creature’s attitude.

“You bet. Course you can come along.” He said to the new member of their family. The turtle got up on his hind legs and started to punch his upper legs together.

“But first things first - Turtwig wants to battle you.” Clara said to them: explaining what he was trying to say to them. He liked that idea, and it would be a good way of showing this new Grass type that he is worthy of such a powerhouse.

“Sounds good to me.” The native of Pallet Town said back to her. Once they found an open area Renamon and Turtwig did battle to one another. “Renamon, just like before this fight is all yours.” Ash said and after a nod the vixen used her speed to get in close and then slammed Turtwig with her right fist.

“Try these.” The opponent shouted while tossing out Razor Leaf at her. The Digimon countered it with:

“Power Paw!” She shouted and punched down everyone of the leaves, but did not see the Tackle attack which got her in the gut. The others watched as the fox scooted back while staying on her feet.

“What was that?” Dawn questioned after seeing that strange combo.

“Turtwig used Razor Leaf as a distraction so he could use a Tackle attack. That was some strategy.” Brock said to the two beside him, but he knew that it will take more than that to stop Renamon.

‘Pretty good, but not good enough.’ The Rookie thought before going to the air to use her trademark move. “Diamond---.” That was as far as she went due to the turtle biting her tail, only this time hard.

“I will never let you go.” He said to her despite having a mouth full of fur. She looked at him for a moment and then at a tree. It was then she used her speed to get as close as possible, and then slammed her tail into that mighty piece of lumber.

‘Looks like you need to look up the word - never.” She taunted as he released her from his grip. “Diamond Storm!” She shouted and launched her attack before he had a chance to recover.

“Go, PokeBall.” Her partner shouted while throwing another red/white ball. The creature went in and the center circle started blinking red.

“So, that’s it. Turtwig’s Ash’s.” Dawn questioned since this was her first time seeing such a thing.

“We’ll find out.” Brock said to her, and after a few more shakes the red dot went away. Ketchum picked up the ball and decided to celetrate.

“Hey, I just caught a - Turtwig!” He shouted with praise and got a simple nod from his partner for his trouble, but she was happy that he was happy.

“Ash, you, and Renamon, did it.” Brock said as he and the others jogged over to him. Ketchum turned to face his friends with a big smile on his face.

“Wow, that’s what it’s like to catch a Pokemon.” Dawn said, just plain stunned over what she saw. “How cool is that?!” She said out of excitement, and was eager to see if she could catch a Pokemon on her own.

“Promise me you’ll take good care of Turtwig, won’t you, dear? It means a lot.” Clara questioned to her young friend even though he already knew the answer.

“Right.” He said back to her and with that the group carried on to their first big city stop.

Copy Rights:
Ash Ketchum, and the others, are owned by Gamefreak/Nintendo and Cartoon Network.
Renamon, and her forms, are owned by Toei Animation.