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// Chapter 10 : Metamorphosis 
// Story: A New World, A New Dawn 
// by Uber Reaper 
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I knew very well what fame would do to you. All the praises, all the benefits of fame, it can either go to your head or you just ignore it entirely, I chose the latter. I never myself as a hero because I'm never one to begin with. I'm just doing what anyone would do should they be in my situation. In other words, I had to adapt - Eric Angelo

Play this as opening theme






“...Tell me again, Eric, what part of my brain refuses to comprehend the fact that we now have this fine gentleman here with us?” 

Said ‘gentleman’ was now peeking over the low counter that separated Dawn’s work place from the living room.

It didn’t surprise a certain pony that a new guest had found it’s way to her home, granted that Dawn had seen strange things the last few days. He was certainly a strange sight, he...looked like a moth...a  giant moth. He appeared to have compound eyes that are two shades of blue, with a red horn-like structure on each side of its face. The fuzz on his upper body is smoky white and tangled. His abdomen is black in the center and light blue with black dots on the outside. He has six leaf-like wings that are orange in color and have small black spots. 

The day had started and already Will had assaulted his friend with another daily dose of sarcasm. This resulted in a varying degree of reactions ranging from facepalms, deadpan stares, the urge to rub the forehead, annoyance and most of all, shyness.

“.....I found Alex in front of ou-Dawn’s home.” Eric said from where he sat.

Will scoffed in dismissal. “Yeah, tell me something I don’t know, like how did our cute little bug here decided to make an entrance right in front of our fair lady’s home?”

“....I’m not little.” A soft voice from the other side of the counter made itself known.

Eric sighed, the urge to rub his forehead returning. “I don’t care how he got here, as long as he’s back, then it’s fine.”

As much as Dawn wanted to dismiss this, she herself wanted to know what a giant moth that seems to radiate warm for no reason was in her house to begin with. “I hate to say this, but...grandpa sarcastic has a point. C’mon, dude, spill, who is the Volcarona in Dawn’s house?”

Dominus took the word right out of her mouth. She scratched her head sheepishly. “Yeah, that...”

“Ah,” Will pivoted around to address the mare the two. “Lady Dawn, Rufflet kid, may I introduce you to our lovely little chef. Top-rate guaranteed. And probably going to cook us alive during his first day of work.”

That made the mare’s eyes to grew by several inches. “He’s going to what!?” She decided that it was best to slink away a little bit farther. She knew now why the Pokémon radiated warmth. Dominus just made an annoyed stare.

“...er....I won’t cook anyone.” The voice rebutted, though it lacked power, considering how soft it was.

“Cook is the wrong word, Alex. More like deep fry.” The Reuniclus mock-wiped his non-existent nose. “Mhhmm, you got to love the smell of fried pony in the morning.” Dawn stepped back a little further.

Sally decided now it was time to intervene. “Shut up, Will. Don’t make me toss you out the door.” The Dragon pointed a paw at the door.

“Oh?” Will turned with an eyebrow raised. “I mean, why should I? Have a better idea to introduce the kid to our lovely Lady Dawn?”

She growled. “Poor kid is scared enough as it is with you hounding him. And look,” Sally pointed at Dawn who looked uncertain of what to do with the Volcarona. “It’s not helping you got Dawn intimidated at Alex for no reason.”

“Ahh, here we are.” Dawn pointed an arm condescendingly at his teammate. “Hypocrisy at it’s finest or have I forgotten who is was that goes around doing ‘Intimidate’ on our fellow Pokémon and humans? Trust me, things like this will get into the news.”

Sally is doing her best impression at rock-grinding with her sharp teeth clashing.

The craziness that is happening was starting to damage Eric’s psyche. “Please, can we get on with this?”

Will made an exaggerated bow. “Of course, by your leave.”

Inwardly, Eric is relieved, but quickly got back to the pressing matters at hand. “Alright, let me explain a few things about Volcarona and Alex,” Eric’s voice made the Volcarona jump in surprise. “Come over here.”

The Volcarona made an effort to peek out more, but was still unsure. “Uhm, are you sure?”

“Here we go again. Alex’s doing a nice impression of a kicked dog.” He quickly earned a sharp glare from Sally. “Just saying...”

The former human ignored the Reuniclus, instead, he motioned for Alex. “...I’m pretty sure.”

“...okay.” and stood beside his trainer with head low.

“Dawn, Dominus.” He put a head behind Alex and patted him slightly. “This is Alexander, but call him Alex.”

The bug made a small nod. “It’s, uhm, nice to meet you two.”

The Rufflet on top of the Bat Pony’s head put one wing over his chest. “Anytime, dude, glad to have another fellow Pokémon here. Name’s Dominus and this here below me is my partner, Dawn.”  The moth nodded softly.

Dawn was still unsure, as evident as she scratched her head once more. “Uh, yeah, sorry, but that doesn’t explain what kind of Pokémon he is. No offense.” The Bat Pony couldn’t hide the curtness in her tone.

Eric decided that it’s time to explain. “Alright, I’m going to sum this up. Volcarona are known by their other name, Sun Pokémon. Their fire are hot and bright enough to replace the sun should they somehow go out or blotted out from the sky. They also known to release fiery scales from their wings to create a sea of fire. It is said that their fires can replace the sun when it is dark with ash, and they have been known to rescue freezing Pokémon. All in all, they are good natured Pokémon and are harmless. Only if you don’t provoke them.”

Will decided it was time to whistle. “What a perfect answer. Full marks for you, my brooder trainer.”

As much as the Rufflet irked at the grandpa, even Dominus himself is impressed. “Dude,” Dominus began. “Where did you learn this stuff?”

“I guess  spending a lot of time with books in school and it’ll be drilled into your head.” Eric shrugged.

Intelligent and honest, Dawn had to admire his quirks. “You sure do know a lot about Pokémons.”

“Anyone can learn, you’re no different, Dawn.” The Hydreigon said.

“Yeah, I guess you’re right...again.” Dawn just chuckled this time. “Anyway, it’s good to see you too....Alex.” The Volcarona just made a tiny nod of acknowledgement.

Now that Dawn had seen this moth up-close, he just screams....cute. She had to scratch her head. “You know, now that you mention it. You look....kinda cute...for a moth.” Dawn quickly put her hoof to her mouth.

“Hey, yeah, Dawn. This dude looks kinda tiny for a Volcarona.” Sally had to prevent herself from giggling. Eric just watched the exchange.

The compliments served to make the Volcarona to shirk back in embarrasment. “I, uh....er...”

“Did I hear that right? Sounds like someone said something about ‘I’m a real cutie, take a picture and publish it people’, that kind of thing.” Will answered in his stead. “Yeah, you can give me thanks later.” Sally made another facepalm as Alex black face made an impression of a tomato.

Just then a steaming hiss is heard. “....looks like breakfast is ready.”

Instantly, Dominus glided toward the kitchen door. “BREAKFAST!” And he burst through into the kitchen.

“Who’s the genius who mentioned breakfast that got the kid pumped?” Will grinned. “Oh, yeah, our big and intelligent, trainer.” Eric ignored his sarcastic jab.

Dawn just facepalmed. “Uh, you know what, I’ll just wait in the kitchen.” She high-tailed to the kitchen in an effort to get away from the sarcastic storm.

Sally realized that Dawn had the right idea. “I’ll go for my morning flight in the meantime....and to get away from this sarcastic idiot.” The Dragon emphasized by stretching her wings to their fullest. One still has a bandage wrapped around it.

This fact didn’t go unnoticed by Will. “Careful woman, say bad things like that and you’ll find that your wings will disagree with you. Don’t want you suddenly kissing the ground like lost love when your wings decided to pop a few bones.”

Sally grinded her teeth as she prevented herself from making a retort that could possibly extend the unwanted sarcasm match. She just dropped the matter and went out the door, a soft beating of wings is heard.

“....I’ll just go prepare the meal.” Eric made his way toward the kitchen without another word.

“And,” the Reuniclus’ voice stopped Eric in his tracks who is on his way to the kitchen. “What about this, shall we say, a ‘souvenir’ we got from our lovely night visit to the mansion up the hill?”

Eric already knew what he meant by the ‘souvenir’, but he decided it was best for later. “....we’ll check it out later, or...I will check it out.”

“Whatever you say.” Will levitated said ‘souvenir’ in question from behind him as he grinned. “Guess, I’ll be happy to indulge myself for a while, eh?”

The Hydreigon made no move to reply, instead he just headed to the kitchen, letting Will indulge in whatever was in the book. 

That left one Volcarona floated on the spot, confused. Everyone had suddenly forgot about him. “...uhm...what about me?” Sadly, not one heard him.





“Soup again?” Dawn scratched her head.

Eric nodded without looking at them. “...there were still a few leftovers from yesterday. I figured that we might as well finish it.”

Dominus took the liberty of filling his nostrils with the heavenly smell. “Mhmmm, one day, I’m going to ask for your recipe, dude.”

“...sure. I don’t see a problem with that.” He said curtly as he heaved the pot over to the table.

Eric meanwhile, filled three plates full of soup. “Alright, wait here, I’ll go get this to them.” The former human bit down on the plates with his arm heads before leaving the kitchen to bring food to his team. He came back to get the last plate for Sally later before he sat down on the table.

Quietly, he distributed the contents of the pot to Dominus and Dawn before he filled his own plate.

“Soooo....what do we do for today?” Dawn really didn’t know what to do beside finishing her work.

“...if there’s nothing better we could do, I guess I would help you around the house for a little while.” Her friend offered.

Dawn had to prevent herself from facepalming. “Of course, you are. You’re always helping me around the house.”

“Don’t forget about me.” The Eaglet pointed at himself. “Won’t be cool to forget your little old assistant wouldn’t it?”

“Of course, little guy. You’re the best assistant there is.” Reaching over the table, Dawn scratched Dominus’ chin which made him smile in content.

“Alright, then, what are we waiting for, let’s fill our stomachs, dudes.” With that, Dominus dunked his head in.

The cuteness of the scene made Dawn’s heart flutter, she always was a stickler for all things cute. Then, her ears flicked when she heard the soft beating of wings in the back yard signified that Sally came home earlier than expected.

“Hey,” Sally’s head stuck into the kitchen through the back door. “Have you guys seen or heard something this morning?” All eyes in the kitchen homed on the Salamence quickly, wondering what she meant by that.

Dominus was about to dunk his head into his food when Sally came, leaving him with a gaping mouth. “Huh?” He quickly straightened himself. “Sorry, heard nothing over here.”

Eric just shrugged. “I don’t know.”

Dawn scratched her head. “Uh, yeah, sorry...but, I’m not one for gossiping with mares.”

“It’s no problem, everyone has their quirks, I certainly have one. Anyway,” Eric nodded at Sally. “What was it you were about to say? Is it something about your wings?”

“What? No, I’m fine, that’s beside the point.” Sally took a deep breath to signify what is coming. “Anyway, I’ve seen some cops or whatever they got going in this place arresting some sort of rich kid from a mansion up-the-hills. You know, the one with the uniforms?”

Dawn and Dominus’ eyes nearly popped out of her skull. “WHAT!?” Both shouted

“Yeah, and that wasn’t the worse. I decided to fly a little closer to see what was happening and get this, from what I can see, these guys were beaten up.” Early in the morning and Dawn’s world made a little jig again.

“Say what? How some big-shot pony got arrested by the coppers here?” Dominus questioned.

“That’s the thing, I don’t know. Heard some of them say something about that it happen the night before.” The Dragon shrugged.

“Wait, wait, wait, back up a bit. Did you say...the night before, as in, yesterday night?” The white mare dreaded the answer

Sally raised an eyebrow in question. “Yeah, yesterday night. I heard it, Dawn.”

The answer is as she had feared. The Bat Pony still remembered the conversation she had with her three-headed friend last night regarding someone who lived up on the hills. When asked what he is planning to do, he became cryptic. Now that she thought about it, Sally did say, ‘home up on the hills’.

Putting together, home up on the hills, happened the night before, and the conversation, she found one conclusion.

“...Eric.” Turning around, her eyes found the still stoic Hydreigon on the seat. “What did you do?”

Dominus glanced at both the Bat Pony and the former human out of confusion, the same could be said with Sally. “Huh, what did he do?”

Once the words are registered, she paused for a moment. “Wait, you guys didn’t know?”

“Know what?” Dominus tilted his head in confusion. “I don’t know anything Eric’s been doing at night, I’ve been in dreamland remember? The dude’s probably sleeping, so yeah, I don’t know.” The bird shrugged.

Dawn scratched her head with a sigh. “Ooookay...let me explain, then. Eric here,” The white mare pointed at her three-headed friend. “Apparently went to this guy’s house at night. That’s all I know, but Eric apparently got the guy arrested like you said Sally. Because he said, I quote, ‘Yeah, except, High Bits’.”

It didn’t take long for Sally to figure the rest out. She facepalmed. “Eric, for crying out loud, if you’re going to do ‘that’, you should’ve brought me along. I wanted to let out some frustrations too, after that...scum...” Sally forced herself not to snarl at the reminder.

Dawn was unsure what Sally meant by ‘scum’, neither does she want to know. Instead, she continued on. “

“Wait, Dawn, seriously?” Dominus asked with a tilt of his head. “Eric, just got some big-shot pony arrested?”

“Okay, Eric. I know you for quite a while, but what you did....I don’t know....I don’t know if I could trust you if your actions led to somepony being arrested.” Her expression is that of

Eric made no move to say anything whatsoever, he just looked down at his food. Eventually, he sighed. “....I’ll tell you.”

Dawn ears perked up while Dominus and Sally leaned forward in interest. “Uh....you will?” The mare never thought it would be quite easy given how cryptic her friend can be.

The Hydreigon gingerly nodded. “I’ll tell you both....but as you say, you don’t know if you could trust me. It might be pointless .”

Just as Dawn made to say something, she noticed Sally walked over to her trainer and stood by his side. “Dawn, I’ve known Eric for 12 years. I’ve known him ever since I was a kid. I’ve known him since then to now. And you know one thing?”

The atmosphere quickly tensed. Dawn scratched her head in nerveousness. “Uh...what?”

“Dudes, don’t keep us in a suspense. It’s choking us here.” Dominus said impatiently, his mind struggling to find reason why would his friend do something so revolting.

“He never lies to his friend. Twisting the truth to those that he still consider had the benefit of doubt, but never directly tell lies. So you can be sure when he says that he will tell the truth, he will.” Sally resolutely declared.

That was the thing that Dawn had noticed, whenever asked, he always tell the truth. Yesterday night was no different, even if he twisted the truth a little. She sighed with a scratch of her head. “Alright, alright, lay it out on us.”

A smile threatened to split Sally’s face. “Thanks Dawn.” The Dragon glanced right at her trainer. “All yours now, Eric.” Her trainer nodded in reply as she left the kitchen. “And don’t left me out again!”

Eric just sighed at his Salamence’s stubborn insistance. “....anyway, should I start at the beginning?” The Hydreigon offered.

“You know it, dude.”

Eric sighed, knowing that this is the first time he had laid this out to someone else. Granted, Dawn had proven herself trustworthy. “Alright, I’ll try to do this the best I can.” With a deep breath, he began. “I’ve been, or we have been....since I was 18. You can both say that I’m a police officer, but this police officer have no respect for rules or procedures. He’s always had this burning sense of doing the right thing no matter what. Went out his way to go after crime lords and other sorts of criminals outside of the books. He always manages to avoid the public eye completely due to covering his tracks extensively. That’s what I’m doing now.”

This eventually brought Eric back toward the incident two days ago. The very reason why he pursued this goal again. “....Fox.”

“Dude, you mean you’re....” Dominus didn’t need Eric to tell him, the hints he laid enough was enough indicators.

He nodded. “I’m a part-time vigilante, part-time trainer aiming to best every single champion. That’s the truth.”

The dreamly look on Dominus’ face couldn’t be missed. “...vigilante....”

Another unbelievable truth has been laid out, but the word ‘vigilante’ stuck out to her as strange that she completely forgotten about the trainer part. Dawn only half-believed it this time. “Wait, wait, wait, a vigilante, you? Let me get this straight, I’m now harboring a straight up vigilante from another world that somehow got one pony arrested?”

“...yeah.” The Hydreigon nodded.

“And not only that, you’ve been doing this for how many years?”

“....4 years give or take.”

“Yeah, that, and that’s not even counting how many criminals that you’ve...’brought to justice’ before all of this?This explains why you were so insistent on helping a stranger like me.” Dawn rubbed her face in disbelief. “Okay, okay, okay, let me ask you again. Are you really a vigilante? I find this one to be the hardest to believe since this literally takes the cake.”

“I am. Or at least, us. And for the record, Dawn, the stallion that I had a hand in arresting...is hardly innocent. You can believe me that much if you don’t believe if me and my team are vigilantes during our spare time.

“But, but...” She didn’t know what to believe anymore. Now, another unbelievable thing had been shoved to her face. “He’s a philantropist. How can you say he’s a criminal?” Disbelief is all over her tone.

“I will think that the proof will be out in the papers later or tomorrow. It’ll be a hit and won’t be easy to miss.” The Hydreigon answered calmly. “It will be proof enough.”

With the matter out of the way, this brought about another matter outside of it. She opened her muzzle to speak. “And-“

“And I mean what I said about covering my tracks,” Eric cut her off. “They won’t come here anytime soon. No guards or anyone else will know it was me. I promise.”

“Ooookay...I’ll take your word for it.” Eric nodded in satisfaction, happy to know that Dawn would at least gave him a chance. “Let’s just hope, you’re right.”

“.....I wouldn’t get my hopes up. Not like I can do anything about it now.” Eric muttered to himself. Dawn’s ear flicked, yet she let it slide for she had known her friend had muttered again.

Unfortunately, with the matter dealt with, this left them with a clear mind to notice Dominus’ presence in the room. He was still wearing a thousand-yard stare expression on his face. “Vigilante....vigilante....”

Both Dawn and Hydreigon stared at the Rufflet. “Uh...Dominus? Are you okay?” Dawn waved her hoof back and forth in front of him.

Sadly, Dominus still continued his mantra. “....vigilante.....vigilante....vigilante.......man, THAT’S SO COOL!”

Eric just raised an eyebrow.

Meanwhile, the bird’s partner reeled back in surprise. “Wait, wait, wait, cool?” She didn’t know if she had heard him correctly or not.

“Oh, yeah, Dawn, this went all the way beyond coolness.” Dominus made a fist-pump or rather a wing-pump. “I can’t believe I have a vigilante as a friend. A hero vigilante at that. Dude, you have my utmost respect.”

Eric frowned at that. “Dominus....one thing you should know about me.”

“Yeah, dude?” The bird tilted his head.

“I’m no hero. I’m just your regular trainer who does what is necessary.”

Dominus jaw dropped at the implication. “No hero ? No hero? Dude, you’ve been dealing with all sorts of delinquents back on Earth before Lord Arceus ditched us here. And now you’re back in action. Delinquents should run with their tails between their legs if they know what’s good for them, I’d say.”

“Really, Dominus, you view him as a hero?” Dawn said curtly

“Dawn, how can anyone not see him as a hero? That’s what he is. Delinquents here and there, no one is safe from Eric.”

The pony merely scratched her head, unsure what to say. “Uh...oookay. If you say so.” But looking back at Eric, he just frowned.

“....I’m no hero.” He muttered. “Probably never will be.” Dawn heard him unfortunately, yet she just resolved to not find out about it considering the frown her friend had made.

“But that raises one question…what caused you to become a vigilante?” The mare asked.

Instead of the usual eyebrow raising, he didn’t so much as uttered a word, just a straight look on his face. “....I don’t think you want to know. I promise you that much.”

“Why? What happened?” She slammed her hoof to her mouth as fast as she said that. “I...I’m sorry, I don’t know what’s wrong with my mouth.” She grinned sheephisly while scratching her head. The mare could almost feel the sorrow leaking from him.

“....it’s no problem, you don’t know. I just….” Eric bit his lip. “...don’t want to talk about it.”

Now Dawn couldn’t help, but feel bad, cursing that her mouth can ran on itself on times. Lucky for her that Eric didn’t take it personally. “Okay, okay, I’ll leave it alone for now.”

Eric thought it was better than nothing. “....thanks, Dawn.”

“Okay, dudes, how about we just help ourselves to our breakfast and just forget this ever happened, okay?” Dominus had to slightly groan at Dawn habit of slipping up, he took drastic measure to prevent it again.

Said mare couldn’t help, but agree.. “I..I guess we should just go back to eating our breakfast, yeah?” She scratched her head sheephisly, hoping Eric would buy it. She’ll take awkward silences and agitation than offending her friend anyday of the week.

Thankfully, Eric noticed Dominus’ attempt to alleviate anymore complicated situations. “....yeah, we should.”

Dawn sighed with relief. 

“Oh, after we’re done with breakfast, can we have a battle?” The voice of Dominus strikes again. 

The room went dead silent. Eric stared ahead, Dawn’s spoon hovered mere inches from her mouth, while Dominus let out an idiotic grin. The tenseness in the atmosphere quickly evaporated.

“....where had that come from?” The Hydreigon wondered. 

“Come again?” Eric knew that he heard what he said before, but he needs confirmation that his mind wasn’t playing tricks.

“Battle! You know, duking it out between two or three or how many more!” The Rufflet exclaimed. “It’ll be fun and you know it, dude. You’re making a living out of it.”

Eric’s eyebrow shot up. “...any particular reason?”

“Reason? Don’t need no reason, dude. I just like to battle with one of you guys. That and I probably missed the action you guys are a part in!” Dominus smiled sheephisly. “Three times, dude. This is a crime I say. I wanna see what you guys made of.”

“....just like that?” Eric asked.

“Never said it was a solid reason. Flimsy or not, I wanna see what you guys were capable of. Take it as a reason to see some action once in a while, zero action made me crazy. Besides....” Dominus rubbed the back of his head nerveously.  “...I always wanted to say that anyway. So, what do you say that we have a battle?”

The Hydreigon had to prevent himself from sighing. “...a request for battle out of nowhere, not the weirdest things I’ve seen. Nevertheless, I’m not one to turn down a challenge either, no matter how ridicilous the reasons were.” He muttered. “...alright then.”

“Battle? Music to my ears!” A familiar, sarcastic voice joined the conversation when Will poked his grinning face into the kitchen. “Who said that?”

“Oh boy,” The bird’s good mood vanished in an instant. “It’s grandpa sarcastic again.” Dominus said grumpily.

“Who said battle? Was it this idiot or the Rufflet kid?” Sally decided that it’s time that she stepped into the kitchen are proper, carrying Alex on her back who is still happily munching on his breakfast with Psychic, no knowledge of what is happening around him.

Dawn had stared at the new arrivals, particularly Alex who is happily munching like he had all the time in the world. She shook her head quickly, realizing that a big matter came onto the table.

“Yeah, it was Dominus, and please, I had enough on my plate these days. So no more battling.”

“....what’s wrong with battling? Pokémons do battle with each other all the time as a way to get stronger.” Eric replied.

“Yeah, Dawn, and your face...” The Rufflet pointed at her. “...are you being all down again?”

“Oh, lovely, we have another grump face case early in the morning.” Another attack wave of glares is made his way, but he quickly ignored them in favor of the fair lady. “Well, no worries, Dr. Will is here. What’s seems to be the problem, Lady Dawn?”

“I just...don’t want to see anyone else get hurt.” Her face is sullen. “I’ve had enough of my friends getting hurt these past few days.”

“Awww, didn’t know you cared for us, lady Dawn. Maybe I should do a little break dance here and there to celebrate. Should be enough of a cure, hmm?” Will put up his chin haughtily.

This just serve to irritate the Dragon in the room. “Shut up!” Sally hissed through gritted teeth. Her bug passanger still remaining oblivious to the events around him.

Will move to made another sarcastic retort, but a single sideways glance from Eric made him shut up. “....let her finish.”

Will just shrugged. “Just giving a motivational speech.”

With a nod, Eric motioned for Dawn to continue. “Look, I get that Pokémon like to battle and all, but doesn’t mean they have to battle all the time. Look where that has gotten the three of you two days ago.”

Sally had the decency to smile sheephisly while Will whistled innocently.

“Please, Dawn. Just one little battle.” The pony swore that Dominus’ eyes seems to widen a little as he put on his best puppy dog face.

“Overwhelming puppy dog face, I’m gonna weep.” Will quickly put both arms up in defense to the glare of both Sally and Dominus.

The desired effect already went into play. Dawn scratched her head with a sigh. That cute face made her a putty in his talons. “Alright, alright. Battle, okay, severe injuries, not okay. I don’t want that to happen, okay?”

“You got it, Dawn!” Dominus puffed out his chest. “So dude, what do you say? Just a little friendly battle wouldn’t hurt.”

Eric put a head under his chin, deciding to wrack his brain for answers. The Hydreigon would love to have a battle with a friend, a friendly battle, of course. After all, these last few days hadn’t allowed him to have a good-old fashioned one-on-one battle with someone else.

With a nod, he looked at his friends again. “One of us could have a battle with you.” Just as he was about to made another excited yell, Eric burst his bubble of excitement. “But just ‘one’. I mean it. I don’t want any accidents happening if you push yourself too far.”

“Wha....oh, man. That’s a shame.” Dominus bowed his head low in sadness.

“That, and you’re still waaay below us, kid. Guess I was right, they say kids love to pick fights these days.” Another well-earned glare is given to him by Sally and Dominus.

“Anyway, Dawn.” The mare’s attention focused on the Hydreigon. “I’m going to assume you don’t know the rules of battling or know how to properly command a Pokémon partner in battle?”

“....I don’t even know half of what you’re talking about. I know about the Pokémon battles that you told me about, sure, but I don’t know a single thing about battling.” Dawn made a sheepish smile as she scratched her head. “Yeah, sorry about that.”

“I don’t think you need to worry about that.” All eyes quickly glued themselves onto Sally. “Pokémon can act on their own, you know.”

“Like Sally said, I can do battle by myself if I have to.” The Eaglet put a wing over his chest.  “So you got nothing to worry about, it’ll be a peach.”

“Uh, you sure about that little guy?” The mare was still unsure if this is a good idea or not.

“Pretty sure.” The bird proclaimed confidently.

Dawn had to scratch her head at that. “Uh...ookay? Just don’t overdo it.”

“This is all, fine and dandy, but are we going to just stand here and have a proper battle?” Will flexed his unslung arm exaggeratedly.  Not a single one gave him the benefit of a response.

The Hydreigon realized that Will had a point, the better part of the morning is just talking instead of going through with it. Eric jerked a head over his shoulder. “....let’s take this outside. Preferebly somewhere with a lot of open space.”

“What about breakfast?” The sounds of passing winds could be heard as soon as the word is uttered by Alex. He had finished his grub and are now shirking back at the sudden silence. “Uh...was it..something I said?”

“Just a lovely start to a lovely day, that’s all.” Will quipped with a grin.





As soon as they filled their stomach with food, they vacated Dawn’s house and into the vast expanse of meadow behind the house. Lucky for them that this part of the suburbs were at the edge of the city, and thus they have free access to the surrounding for themselves.

Just a minute of walking and they all found themselves a solid piece of meadow that would serve the purpose of battling. To the left, they could see a vast expense of sea, signifying that this place is higher than it looked which would serve as the edge of the battlefield.

However, Dawn was still unsure of the whole thing, a fact that is noticed by the bird on her head. “Dawn....”

“Just...” She let a hoof up. “Give me a minute. I’m still not sure if this thing is a good idea or not.”

Dominus had to prevent himself from face-winged himself. “Dawn, Pokémon duke out with each other all the time. It’s cool, what’s wrong with that?”

“Dominus...it’s not that, it’s just.” She scratched her head. “What was the word for it?”

“Overdoing?”

“Yeah, that. Besides, I’m kinda....you know, afraid.”

“Afraid? I’m cool, why would I be afraid?” The bird tilted his head.

“You’re small. Scratch that, you’re pretty small for a bird.” Her hoof went to her mouth the instant she said that. “Celestia, what’s with my mouth?”

The Rufflet huffed indignantly. He get what she meant by ‘small’. “Well, that won’t happen to me.” Dominus said confidently. “I promise to you, Pokémon style that we won’t take it too far.”

Dominus jumped off and landed in front of her. “Wish me luck! Dominus put one wing up, making a salute then he’s off to prepare himself. Dawn could only hope that this went well. “And I’m not small!”

The last comment made Dawn chuckle in amusement.

The others stood on the sidelines as Dominus moved to the left side of the meadow, just near the edge before the slope.

“Hmmm,” Eric surveyed his current team, trying to pick which one is best. “....Sally? No, out of the question, she’s way above Dominus’ level right now. Will? .....forget it, I shouldn’t pick him in a fight like this. Then it leaves....Alex? Hmmm, he would be a good choice for beginners like Dominus. After all, the typing should give him a decent fighting chance.”

With a nod, the Hydreigon made his decision. “...Alex!”

The commanding tone jolted the Volcarona out of his daydream. “Uh...y-yes?”

Eric just pointed a spot in the meadow, the Volcarona eyes widened, he hadn’t anticipated this. “Uh....are you sure?”

“....I’m pretty sure.” He replied.

“...Uhm..okay...I think so.” The Volcarona bowed his head low as he move to take position on the opposite side before he faced his Rufflet opponent. “Please don’t take this personally, Dominus, okay?” Alex said softly.

That earned the Volcarona a deadpan stare. “Bug dude, why would I take this personally? This is a friendly battle.”

“It’s just...just... I don’t want my friend to be angry at me.” The Volcarona mumbled.

Dawn just watched the spectacle with unease. “Uh, he sure is a shy one is he? I expected him to be actually...you know, fiery?” Dawn looked at her right toward Eric. “...no offense, Eric.”

“...no problem. But he is always like that, anyway. Doesn’t matter, he’s a friend.”

“uh....oookay, if you say so.” The mare scratched her head.

“Dude, I don’t know what kind of stuff you eat this morning, but stop with the apologizing. I won’t take anything personally. This is just a friendly battle after all.” Dominus smiled with an assuring nod.

“....okay...well, I hope we can have a good battle.”

“Now that’s what I’m talking about, bro.” Dominus replied with a satisfied nod and grin. “But, I won’t back down easily either.”

The Volcarona let a small smile tug his unseen mouth. Then he remembered something. “Uh...uhm.....Eric?”

Noticing the bug’s distress, Eric asked. “...Alex, what is it?”

“Who’s going as the referrie?” Alex asked with a tilt of his head. The entire meadow went dead silent as the night.

Then Will stepped in. “I’ll be happy to volunteer, my good chef.” He made an exaggerated bow. “Referrie Will here, ready to go.” Sally just facepalmed.

“Oh here we go. Grandpa Sarcastic having another episode.” Dominus deadpanned.

The Reuniclus clapped sarcastically. “Here we are on a beatiful day, where we had the teenage Rufflet challenging the master cook Alex. Now, we have seen what the chef is capable of, but don’t fret ladies and gentlemen, because we will be surving a fried turkey at night. Yet we still never knew our chef’s foe combat prowess. Who will-“

“Just start with it already!” Sally yelled exasperatedly.

Sally had gotten her wish. “Are you two ready?” Dominus let out a grin then nodded while Alex nodded softly.

“...wait.” Everyone looked at Eric. “I’ll be on the sidelines this time, issuing commands, otherwise I’ll be in range of his area attacks which won’t bode well for me considering I’m part Dark-type. Will that be a problem?”

Now that Will had seen it, Eric hadn’t taken his position behind Alex. He nodded. “Whatever you say.” The Reuniclus brought his now recovered arm up. “Then I declare this match....BEGIN!” Will brought his arm down as emphasis.





Play this during the battle


“Here we go!” The Rufflet declared, then he started....running on his talons which admitedly looked more cute than intimidating. His talons started glowing white to signify Crush Claw.

This caused Sally to cover her mouth, but Will laughed out loud, even Dawn wasn’t spared from an amused chuckle. Eric just remained as stoic as ever.

“.. Dominus is just a beginner, any neutral damage attack might be the end of our battle....perhaps...” Eric mused to himself. “...yeah, that will do.”

The inner trainer within Eric quickly resurfaced quickly. “...Alex, Bug Buzz!” The Hydreigon ordered with a wave of his arm. He knew that Bug Buzz won’t be effective against Flying-type, but he had ordered the attack on purpose.

The Volcarona’s wing started vibrating.“...okay, sorry!” Alex’s massive wings let out a deafening screech which heralded Bug Buzz.

It hit the Rufflet at full force, canceling his Crush Claw attack and sending him tumbling back. Dominus clutched his head in pain. Despite being not very effective due to his typing, the difference in power makes it painful nonetheless. “Owww, my head.” With a shook of his head, he pointed a wing at Alex. “My turn!”

His impressive leg power caused him to jump up higher than what anyone would expect. His wings started to grow light blue with power. With a grin, he flap them forward, causing a four blades of wind to go into collision course toward the moth.

“...wait, Alex.” The wind blades approached with the intention of hurting the bug which doesn’t sit well for the Volcarona. “...wait.” The wind blades was inches away from contact. “...Hurricane now!”

With a massive flap of Alex’s wing, he unleashed his own version of whirlwind. The wind blades that were inches away from contact was quickly blown apart by the massive gust of wind.  It died down soon. But Eric’s sharp eyes managed to pick up something amiss.

A wind blade from Air Slash came through. “...watch out!” Alex was helpless as the wind blade collided with his face which resulted in a small explosion.

Eric bit his lip. The fiery moth had missed the timing. “...Alex, are you okay?”

With a shake of head, Alex nodded softly. It was painful, but he is still far from out of action. “...yes, I mean, uhm, I think so?” The Hydreigon acknowledges with a nod.

“...now, Bug Buzz again!” Eric commanded. The bug let out the eardrum-piercing screech that covers the impromptu arena.

“Owww, dude, quit it!” Dominus said through his closed beak. “You’re going to shatter my eardrums.”

Shaking his head to get rid of the ringing, he grinned. “Anyway, my turn again, dude.” Dominus scowled at his bug friend.

The Volcarona couldn’t help, but flinch back at the show of Scary Face there. He could feel himself sluggish all the sudden.

Seeing an opportunity, he went for a hit. “Oh yeah, time for some....” He ran forward. “...Wing Attack!” His wings lit up and clotheslined Alex with it, unfortunately, he stood straight still.

“...Scary Face then Wing Attack. Good strategy, Dominus, but you leaves yourself open.” Eric nodded. “...Fiery Dance.”

“Sorry!” Alex closed his eyes as he let his flames cloak him all the way and he spiralled upward gracefully within the flames that caused the swirl to enlarge.

“Oh, man!” He was quickly swallowed by the swirl generated by Fiery Dance.

The roaring flames died to reveal Alex in full glory atop where the massive vortex of flame used to be before lowering himself to the edge of the field before the slopes.

When the flames died down, it also revealed Dominus had laid on his belly, groaning all the while. “Owww, dude. Guess you are as powerful as I predicted.” The Rufflet attempted to get up with a grimace on his face, only to fall short.

“Uh....Dominus.” Dawn was getting uncertain of the entire thing. “This is getting nowhere, I think we should stop.”

“Oh, no, I’m not gonna give up so soon, Dawn.” It was at this time, Eric had noticed that the Rufflet let out a certain....glow. “The battle’s not ever until one of us fall.”

Even Eric had to admire the bird’s unwillingness to give up. “....you sure, Dominus? I can call it quits if you feel that it’s gotten far enough. There’s no shame in retreating and trying again another day?”

“What? No way, I’ve already gone quite far, got injured, it’ll be a waste if we let this slide now. Oh, yeah, and I’m going to win this, dude. No way, I’m gonna lose.” Then a massive white glow overtake him.

“Wohoo, looks like my eyes is playing tricks on me now.” Will grinned. He is ignored, however.

“What....what’s happening? Why is he glowing?” The pony was all, but hysteric right now.

Eric just watched on with unreadable expression. “Dawn, did I ever tell you about Pokémon and evolution?”

Recalling to a conversation she had with Eric regarding Pokémon, she realized that he mentioned something about evolution before. Something about Pokémon experiencing a massive DNA change. But she dismissed for she had known that evolution took about hundreds to thousands of years.

“Uh, yeah, but what does that have to do with this?” Dawn scratched her head.

Eric merely pointed his right arm head toward the white glow. “...what you see now...is evolution.”

The Bat Pony’s eyes widened by a few centimeters the moment the word left Eric’s mouth. “Evolution!?”

When the light show faded, Dawn had bared witness to Dominus’ new  and larger form.

Dominus now sported dark red feathers on its back and dark blue feathers on its underside. Its tail feathers are red, turning to yellow, and then blue at the tips. Braviary's legs are long and thick with yellow feet that each have a digit facing backward, and three facing forward. Each digit is tipped by a short, thick, black claw.

Dominus now posses a long, thick beak with a blue cere. On either side of the cere are Braviary's eyes, which are black with small white pupils. Sprouting from above the eyes are three large, white feathers. At the base of the feathers is a red, three-pointed design that is spread across all three feathers. On each side of Braviary's face, sprouting out from behind the feathers on its forehead, are an additional three white feathers pointing horizontally and downward. Behind the three feathers on its head is a large plume of white feathers, extending most of the way down its neck. These features combined resembles a war bonnet.

All in all, Dawn had only one opinion....impressive. The eagle opened his eyes and let out a large cry massive enough to be heard by all that attended the battle.

Eric watched on with unchanging expression. “...what you see now is the Rufflet’s evolved form, Braviary, the Valiant Pokémon.”

“Whoa....Braviary....he sure looks-wait, wait, wait, back up, back up, Valiant? What do you mean Valiant?” Dawn asked incrediously. “And not only that, how can he evolve just like that? Evolution supposed to take at least hundreds thousands of years at best!”

“....it’s called Valiant Pokémon for a reason. Braviary are known to be quite aggresive, but courageous, no, valiant for noble reasons. They hold their friends in high regard and are courageous enough to protect them with their lives if necessary. Because of this, they are known with one other nickname, soldiers of the sky. The more scars they have from battles, the more respect they have with other Braviaries. They are also known to be one of the strongest Flying-types out there even untrained ones. Additionally, they are a male only species, there is no female in the Braviary species of Pokémon and they’re quite strong, they could easily lift a car....carriage with their talons.”

“And to answer your second question, Pokémon were always like that. I know evolution is the wrong words for this because in this term, sudden changes in DNA is better called metamorphosis or in a more....violent term...mutation, but we call it evolution because it rolls off the tongue better in this matter and it’s less violent than mutation. They can evolve through either strong emotional experiences or by fighting and making themselves stronger. The DNA itself will respond accordingly and will change the Pokémon into a whole new species. It’s up to them whether they will accept the change or resist it, but in this case....” Eric look toward his newly evolved friend. “...he embraced it.”

“Wohooo! I evolved!” The newly evolved Braviary whooped as he made a little dance in place. “Isn’t it cool, guys?”

Dawn was largely speechless when  Eric drilled the information to her head. She shook her head furiously. “...uh, yeah, yeah. You’re cool!”

“Yeah, bravo, bravo, can’t wait for the next one.” Will quipped.

“Will, shut up!” Sally hissed through gritted teeth.

“Alright, guys, now I’m all pumped!” Dominus grin nearly split his face. “Let’s do this thing!”

Pause the former and switch to this theme


And Eric wasn’t about to disappoint the newly-evolved Pokémon. “Alex, ready yourself!”

As soon as he said that, the Braviary took off and skimmed low over the ground, then a light blue aura surrounded the eagle. It didn’t take a genius to figure out what that was.

“Dammit, Alex, use-“ But the command was never issued as the blue projectile slammed into the bug in a clothesline-like manner, sending the moth sprawling onto his back. “...super effective Brave Bird...of course, Dominus speed had increased dramatically with his evolution.” Eric bit his lip as he tried think of a better plan. The Braviary looped back and landed straight on Alex’s stomach.

“I won this, dude.” Dominus lifted one talon that glowed white for the finishing blow.

Any normal trainer would have been frantic, yet Eric hadn’t lose his cool yet. He put a head under his chin in thought. “...what to do? C’mon think....” Then an idea flashed across his mind. “Alex, spread your amber scales!”

Understanding what Eric is getting at, with a massive flap of his wing, he spread out several amber-scales that quickly clung onto the eagle fur which promptly ignite themselves. This is the reason why there were sea of flames whenever a Volcarona entered the fray.

Of course, being showered with combustible scales wasn’t exactly comfortable as a normal shower as Dominus was about to find out. He stepped off Alex in his surprise.

An alarmed squawk escaped his beak as several tiny flames clung to him, belly, wings, feathers, tails, etc. “Yaowww, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot!” The bird patted himself on several places to put out the flames that clung to himself.

Seeing that Alex had shook his head before straightening himself up, he seized the opportunity. “It’s time to step our game. Alex, use Quiver Dance go!”

“....uuugh...uhm, okay.” Quiver Dance quickly went into effect, signified by the Volcarona disappearing and appearing all over the place before stopping where he floated before.

With the last of the flames put out, Dominus’ talons glowed bright white. “Oh, you’re in for it now.” He grinned, as he flew at high speed toward the Volcarona.

“Duck!” Alex quickly ducked below the menacing talons before floating back up behind Dominus. “Counter with Psychic!”

The moth took a bright blue glow at the same time as his opponent. The Braviary found himself on the receiving end of Psychic that caused him splitting headache, this ended with him crashing and rolling head over heels.

Thankfully, he righted himself soon with no visible damage, other than a headache. “Dude, did he get faster?”

“...Quiver Dance increases Attack, Special Attack and Speed at the same time the moment it was executed. Hence why Alex suddenly became more maneuverable and his Psychic became more powerful. It’s also to make up for the speed loss from your Scary Face earlier.” Eric explained.

“Whoa, so that’s why.” Dominus straightened himself with a groan before turning around to face Alex again. “Quiver Dance, huh? Not bad, dude, not bad at all.”

The eagle remembered one move that could help him, he felt it the moment he evolved.Without warning, he took off and skimmed over the ground at high speed. This caused a white streaks to surround the Braviary akin to that of a blade splitting the air itself.

“It’s Aerial-“ The super effective attack hit the moth dead on, but he still stood strong. “...Ace. Of course, Braviary learned that.”

Dominus landed several yards behind Alex. He grinned at his succesful Aerial Ace. His face changed into a frown suddenly when he felt...hotter for some reason. It made him sweat bullets. “Hey, dude, did somebody turned on the heater here?”

“What’s that even supposed to mean, genius?” Will groaned. “A little girl can do a better job at jokes like that.”

“Uh...Dominus?” Dawn face made a grimace.

The mare slowly pointed a hoof at him. “Uh...I don’t know how to say this...but you’re on fire.”

“I’m on what?” His eyes widened when he realized what she’s implying at. “...I’m on FIRE!” Then he decided to imitate a headless Torchic...almost literally considering he still possess his head.

Eric realized a Status Effect went into play. “...he suffered Burn. Flame Body must’ve taken effect. Physical attacks will be halved.”

“Dominus!” Just as Dawn was about to fly over, a blue leg stopped her.

“It’s alright, it’s just temporary and not exactly lethal either. We Pokémon are fireproof.” Sally assured.

“Fireproof?” Dawn stared incrediously at Sally. “What do you mean fireproof?”

The Dragon just shrugged. “Don’t ask me, ask Eric. Oh, here they go now.” Sally pointed back at the battlefield.

“...this is our chance. Time to finish this game! Alex,” He emphasized by pointed a head at the Braviary. “Go high up and use Heat Wave!”

“...okay, sorry for this, Dominus.” Alex quickly took high altitude, and allowing him to see the entire field and his opponent from above. With a massive flap, he unleashed a punishing high-temperature wave.

Dominus could only feel the rising temperature just enough time to look up to see the judgement that is about to passed down unto him.

A slight squack was heard over the massive area attack that crashed into him. Dominus struggled to resist the heat, but it was to no avail. Damage from Burn and the Heat Wave combined with the previous attacks took it’s toll. As soon as the Heat Wave died, he belly-flopped to the ground.

Will grinned. “AND THE WINNER IS.....THE MASTER CHEF, ALEXANDER THE VOLCARONA! GIVE HIM AN APPLAUSE, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!”

Seeing Alex’s opponent had finally fallen, he knew what happened. “We won this game!” Eric declared as Alex floated down beside his trainer.

Theme end

“And Alex...you did good.” He patted the bug’s back.

Alex blushed in embarrassment at the praise. “...thank you.” And with that heralded blackness that swam across his vision that caused him to tilt to the left, allowing Eric to catch him.

“...hey, are you okay?” Eric looked at the bug clutched to his chest with concern.

“...uhm, well, I think so...at least.” The Volcarona replied as he lay as close as he can to Eric.

The Hydreigon had to disagree. Alex had received a lot of Super Effective attacks while Dominus received none. “...I don’t think so, the battle took a lot out of you. Looks like I’ll have you and Dominus checked up.”

Alex couldn’t agree more.

Meanwhile, Dominus regained consciousness just as fast as he lost it. “Owww....” He groaned, his body is hurt all over. Nonetheless, he enjoyed the battle. “..that’s some power for a little guy.” He quickly forced himself to stand.

A stabbing pain shot through the Braviary as he toppled over. Just then, a hoof quickly wrapped around his chest. “Uh, Dominus, I think you shouldn’t stand up.”

Now that they were close enough, that both have realized one thing, the height difference is massive now.

Dawn had to scratch her head at her now heightened friend. “Uh..oookay, this is weird.”

Dominus had the courtesy to smile sheepishly as he put one wing behind his head. “You can say that again....”

Dawn scratched her head with a sheepish smile. “I think this will get some time to get used to, with how you’re always perched on my head an all that.”

“Oh, great, two lovers on their first date. So beautiful that I forgot how to weep. Oh, wait, I had already said that earlier.” A shove made him faceplant on the blades of grass, revealing Sally to be the culprit.

“Just shut up!” She said exasperatedly.

“Thank you, Sally!” Dominus grinned, Sally grinned back in response.

“....are you okay?” The voice turned their attention to their left to reveal Eric.

“Fine and dandy.” He winced as a stabbing pain shot through his stomach. “Owwww, okay, not fine. What about the little guy?”

Looking at the bug cradled to his chest, he nodded. “....bruised, but otherwise fine. But this brings up another matter. You’re injured, we need to get you back so I can take a look at you.”

Dawn and Dominus agreed silently to one another. “Sounds like a plan, dude.”  





Alex sat down on the chair as his trainer inspected him for any severe injuries. “....hmmm, there seems to be nothing bad. Alright, tell me if it’s painful.” He decided to poke a spot where a bruise began to form. Alex shirked back slightly upon being touched on the aformentioned spot. “...does that hurt a lot?”

“....no.” The bug said softly.

Somehow, that doesn’t convince his trainer. “....are you sure you’re fine, Alex? Anything that might hurt?”

The moth gave a small nod. “....yes, well, I would think so...I think.”

Eric sighed, who knew that Alex can be such a bad liar sometimes. “...alright, you can go. Don’t try to move a lot, yet. I don’t want to risk making the injuries worse.”

“....thank you.” The Volcarona said gratefully before floating out the door.

"....he can be so shy at times....but that's also what makes him unique....in a way." The Hydreigon couldn't help, but mumble to himself once more.

“Excuse me,” A wing shot up and pointed itself at the ceiling, breaking Eric out of his brooding session. “A severely injured Braviary here in need of a medical attention, dude.”

“....I’m getting to that.” Eric replied. He turned to give Dominus the medical attention he needed.

Dawn watched on beside the two as Eric hovered as low as he could and inspected her partner. Once more, couldn't take the silence, she decided to speak. “Sooo...how is he?” Dawn stood back as Eric inspected the Braviary’s nook and cranny for life-threatening injuries.

The Hydreigon resist the raise his eyebrow at Dawn's attempt to start a conversation. Nonetheless, he replied.“.....I think he’s just bruised.” Eric brushed aside some feathers to see the bruises he mentioned. Poking it slighhtly, it caused the eagle to wince slightly. “Not as much as Alex…, but it’s minor, hardly anything to be worried.”

Somehow, that didn’t convince the pony. “Uh, you think?”

Eric sighed. “It’s just an opinion. I told you before, Pokémon can regenerate from wounds faster than humans or ponies. I’m thinking he’ll be fine tomorrow or the day after.”

Dawn herself had to sigh. “And you’re sure that he doesn’t need bandages like how Sally and Will got seriously injured by a thief?” The mare covered her own mouth again. “Sorry, sorry.”

The Hydreigon visibly frowned at the reminder. “...no problem.... and no, as long as he didn’t move around too much.”

“Well that sucks, dude. Does this mean I can’t move too much?”

“That’s right, you better don’t move too much this evening.” Eric nodded.

The Braviary slumped at the prospect, he was just about to test his new body. “Awww, shame, dude. I was just getting used to being a Braviary.”

Dawn had to chuckle at that, even as a Braviary, her friend still maintain that cuteness. “I’m sure you can fly. You just have to...uh...what was the word for it?”

“...a little bit patient.” Eric offered.

“Yeah, that.” Dawn smiled sheephisly while scratching her head.

“Thanks, Dawn.” He had to smile at her partner’s compassion. Then he turned his attention at his other friend. “And Eric, dude?”

Eric gave a sideway glance at the Braviary. “...yeah?”

“That was a great battle, dude. I lose, yeah, but doesn’t mean I didn’t enjoy it. Peace, dude?” Dominus put out one wing.

“...anytime.” Eric quickly put his arm over the wing to from a cross if somebody sees it from the otherside of the kitchen. Truth was, Eric himself had to admit that battle had pumped the dormant blood of a trainer back again.





Dawn’s household is silent once more, the day went on quickly after tha battle. As they say, having something exciting tend to make you forgot everything else around you.

With the moon high and the sky inky black, everyone went into slumber. Sally, Will, and Alex lay on a pile with Alex on top and Will on his dragon companion’s side.  Dawn asleep with the newly evolved Braviary perched on her bedstand. Traces of bruises still visible on him, but otherwise fine.

This left one Hydreigon still awake.

The Pokémon in question tossed a familiar black book onto the sofa as he threw himself into it. “....a good old battle. It’s certainly got my blood pumping again.” The Brutal Pokémon made a contended sigh after he had experienced battling others once more.

But the former human knows fun time’s over, now to deal with the book as he had promised himself earlier. “Alright, time to look into it....” He gingerly took the book into his head mouths, taking in the shape.

And he opened it.

Pages were flipped as his eyes took the general gist of the contents into mind. Just from seeing the contents of said book, inwardly, he was disgusted, but he went through the book like the eyes of a bored kid in class. A few minutes later, he slapped the book shut and lay it beside him on the sofa.

The Hydreigon laid his head against the headrest as his mind drifted away. “....Equus isn’t so peaceful after all.” With the sentence finished, he closed his eyes, ending the day.





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