> Pokemon Cosmos > by FandomPlays1234 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Prologue: The New Champion > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "GOLISOPOD USE FIRST IMPRESSION!" Larry called out. The bug, water type Pokemon's claw begin to glow in a bright green light as he jumped up and slashed the opponent's Pokemon dealing massive damage. "UMBREON NOOOO!!" cried The Champion. He watched in horror as the dark type eeveelution collapsed on the ground limp and not moving indicating he had fainted. "Umbreon is unable to battle," announced the referee. "That means the winner goes to challenger Larry Dawes!" beamed the referee. Larry jumped up and down with glee as he hugged his Golisopod excited. Meanwhile the Champion in anger threw down Umbreon's Pokeball in anger and started to walk off. His Umbreon whimpered as he struggled to get to his feet and limped towards his trainer. "WHAT DO YOU WANT!?" he screamed at his injured Pokemon. Umbreon winced and stepped back in fear. "STOP FOLLOWING ME YOU FAILURE!" he screamed. He grabbed all his Pokeballs and threw them on the ground in anger and stomped his feet on the ground. The Pokemon that appeared from the balls slowly approached their trainer worried. "STOP FOLLOWING ME I DON'T NEED FAILURES LIKE YOU NOBODY NEEDS FAILURES LIKE YOU!!" he roared. His Pokemon stepped back and looked at their trainer in horror. "Hey chill dude it's only a battle no need to get so worked up about it," said Larry. He glared at Larry and said, "Shut up those guys are nothing but failures nobody needs them," he said storming off. "Geez stop being so harsh to your Pokemon," said Larry. "They tried their best you know," "No they're worthless terrible partners," The Champion growled storming off. Larry looked at the Pokemon the Champion had left behind and walked over to them, "Hey don't listen to him you guys did great," said Larry with a smile. His Golisopod looked down and nodded agreeing to Larry's comment. The Pokemon didn't say anything and instead went after their trainer. "Such a sore loser," said the referee. as he walked over. "Well anyways congratulations Larry Dawes not only have you completed your Island Challenge but you've also managed to overcome the Pokemon League!" the ref beamed. "With that being said your now the new Champion and I think we should take the time to acknowledge your accomplishment and record the Pokemon partners you've been with into the League's hall of fame," said the ref. "That would be great,' replied Larry with a smile. "Then call out your Pokemon partners and lets move onto the hall of fame," beamed the ref. Larry took out five more Pokeballs and tossed them into the air. The balls opened and bursts of white energy appeared and began to collect into certain areas. When the energy dispelled, it revealed the five other Pokemon Larry had with him on his team. "Primarina, Vikavolt, Salazzle, Minior, and you too Ninetails you all did great!" cheered Larry. His Pokemon jumped up and cheered with joy. His Golisopod nudged him from the side wanting to be recognized as well. "Yes and I haven't forgotten about you Golisopod," said Larry rubbing his hand on it's head. "Is this it?" asked the ref. Larry nodded in response. "Alright then it's time to record your team into the hall of fame," said the ref with excitement. Soon the champion's room shifted and changed to make it look like Larry was standing under a starry sky. His Pokemon was suddenly enveloped in colorful lights and was sent flying through the room like shooting stars. As the lights came crashing down, Larry could see the Pokemon embraced the light, starting from the turquoise light which revealed his starter Pokemon, Primarina, which was level 57. Next was the yellow light which revealed his second Pokemon, Vikavolt, which was level 56. The red light revealed his third Pokemon, Salazzle, which was level 55. The purple light revealed his forth Pokemon, Golisopod, which was also level 56. The blue light revealed his fifth Pokemon, Minior, which was level 56. Finally the green light revealed his sixth and final Pokemon, Alolan Ninetails, which was level 56. Larry watched in amazement as the light came crashing down around him. Soon in a flash of light he was soon surrounded by the Pokemon team he'd been with throughout his Island Challenge. "I'm so proud of you all," said Larry wiping away a teardrop forming in his eye. His Pokemon gathered around their trainer and with smiles on they're faces they each took turns nuzzling him. Suddenly the familiar voice of Pokemon Professor Kukui called out to Larry, "Well done absolutely marvelous, Larry looked over to see Kukui, Hala, Olivia, Acerola, and Kahili standing and clapping their hands to congratulate Larry on his Victory. Larry walked over with his Pokemon smiling. "Well done cousin," said Kukui patting his back. Larry shook his head, Well to be honest I couldn't have done it without my partners," said Larry. "Oh yes of course," answered Kukui. "That is how he achieved Victory after all," said Olivia. "You really love your Pokemon don't you Larry?" asked Acerola. Larry nodded, "Of course I couldn't be happier than to be with them," "Well then now that we've gotten ourselves a new champion how about a celebration in Iki town?" asked Kukui. Nobody shook their heads in disagreement. "Well then what are we waiting for let's get over there like a Pokemon using extreme speed," said Kukui running off. The crowed followed Kukui smiling and talking with one another. Larry had done he had become champion. He couldn't wait for the kinds of battle he would end up fighting in the near future. But before he continued he would end up having to save the world from a threat he would never expect to face. > Chapter 1: The Ultra Wormholes > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "SUN!", Lillie called out. Sun turned around to find Lillie standing behind him in her white lab coat. "What is it?", asked Sun. "Mother wants to see us fast she said it's important", Lillie answered. Sun was confused. What could Lusamine need that was so important that she needed to see Lillie and him. "Alright I'll be there in moment go on ahead", Sun replied. Lillie nodded an headed to the Aether paradise's testing labs. Sun quickly grabbed his lab coat and rushed out of his room to follow Lillie down to the labs. Sun found Lillie in the lab with Lusamine, Gladion, and Wicke talking with two other individuals that Sun didn't recognize. "Sun!" Gladion called out. The group turned towards Sun as he entered the lab. "What's going on?" asked Sun. "Why don't you ask these two," said Lusamine pointing towards the two individuals. "You know them don't you?" Lusamine asked. Sun gazed over to the two. Upon laying eyes on them Sun noticed that one was a woman who looked like she was in her twenties or thirties. She had a black suit and a certain shade of purple in her hair. The man next to her was a man who looked to be in his thirties wearing a brown jacket and suit with deeper shade of brown underneath. The woman smiled and waved, "Hello Sun it's been a while hasn't it?" Sun's eyes widened as he easily recognized her voice, "Ah yes it truly has been years hasn't it Miss Anabel," The woman named Anabel smiled and asked, "I'm glad you remembered me but Looker?" Sun nodded," Yes I remember Looker," Looker smiled," I'm glad I was afraid you'd forgotten us over the years," "Well no worries my memories aren't that faulty," said Sun. "By the way what brings you two here?" asked Sun. Anabel frowned, "I'm pretty sure you remember the Ultra Beast incident from years ago," Sun's eyes widened again, "You don't mean to tell me that they're back?" "I'm afraid so," said Looker. "But I'm afraid the Ultra Beasts are the least of our worries," Looker added. "What do you mean?" asked Sun. Gladion turned to Sun to reply, "Apparently both the International Police and Aether Foundation has been receiving reports of dangerous and suspicious trainers lurking around the areas where Ultra Wormholes were discovered," "Team Skull?" asked Sun. "No but these rogue trainers are dangerous as Kahuna Nanu described them," answered Gladion. "We were speculating whether or not those rogue trainers had something to do with the Ultra Wormholes but we still don't have any clues," said Wicke. "However that doesn't mean those trainers aren't suspicious," replied Lusamine. "Well what are we gonna do?" ask Sun. "That's why we called you down," answered Anabel. One Week Later "Twilight you have a letter from the princess!" Spike called out. Spike ran up to Twilight as she placed down the spell book she was looking through. "Well don't leave me hanging," said Twilight. Spike unrolled the piece of paper he had in his claws and began reading, "Dear Princess Twilight we have just received news of a mysterious wormhole that recently appeared above the crystal empire," Spike paused before continuing. "Please gather your friends and meet Luna and me at the crystal empire castle as soon as possible," "Mysterious wormhole?" asked Twilight. "I don't know either," answered Spike. "But this sounds really urgent so we should get everyone together and start heading out," suggested Spike. "Yeah I guess your right," said Twilight. "Maybe we'll get some answers over there," Twilight started getting up as Spike followed her towards the door. "Thanks for visiting Symon!" the lady at the counter called out. Symon turned around and waved back with a smile as he exited the Dimensional Research Lab. When outside, Symon took out his handkerchief and wiped his forehead. "Man finally done with that," he groaned. "Now according to Kukui he said that Olivia's grand trial should lie beyond Diglett's tunnel," he said. "Hey Rotom do me a favor and help me look for Diglett's tunnel," said Symon. Suddenly a small red object with short arms, a pointed tip at the top, and a small screen popped out of his bag, "Already done pal," said Rotom. "It's pretty close to the Pokemon center," he answered. "Perfect my team is pretty beat up after the trials," said Symon. He was about to take of when he heard a familiar voice call out to him. "Symon!" He turned around to find his new girlfriend walking out of the lab. "Oh hey Amber," he said. "Where you going?" Amber asked. "The Pokemon Center," Symon answered. "I want to make sure my team is healed up before Olivia's grand trial," Symon added. "Really?" asked Amber. "I was just about to head over to KoniKoni city immediately," Amber replied. "You do what you want but I'm going prepared," said Symon. "Alright I guess I'll see you the-," Amber cut her statement short as she looked up in the sky. Confused, Symon waved his hand in front of her face, "Um Amber you ok?" "Symon look," said Amber pointing to the sky. Symon looked towards what Amber was pointing at and to his shock he found a giant hole in the sky. "Is that?" asked Symon. "It's gotta be what other conclusions can you make?" questioned Amber. "No way there's absolutely no way that can be an Ultra Wormhole," said Symon. "It has to be," said Amber. "Rotom quickly take a picture of that," said Symon. "Roger that buddy," replied Rotom. He floated up to face his back towards the Ultra Wormhole and focused before snapping a photo. "We gotta show this to Professor Burnett!" said Amber grabbing Rotom and running back inside. "Hey wait for me!" said Symon following his girlfriend back inside. Symon was too busy running after Amber that he didn't notice two robed figures coming out of hiding. "Boss the two kids found out about the wormhole," said one of the robed figures. "Yes they're letting Professor Burnett know about it," he responded. "Roger that Boss we'll make sure they don't make it through Diglett's tunnel," responded the figure. "Yes the group that left for Kalos just contacted us," answered the figure. "They're side of the plan is going smoothly," he responded. "Roger we're heading there right now," said the figure. He removed his fingers and turned towards his partner and said, "The Boss wants us to wait for the brats in Diglett's Tunnel," His partner nodded and the two turned around and headed towards their destination. > Chapter 2: Champion and Princess > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Ugh what happened?" Luna put her hoof on her head as she sat up. Luna looked around to find herself on the shores of sandy beach. "What in Equestria?" she asked herself. As she picked herself up, she looked around to find multiple humans staring at her. Feeling uncomfortable she turned around to find a big city behind her. "Ok now I'm thoroughly freaked out," she said to herself. Luna walked up to a female swimmer and asked, "Hello there sorry to disrupt you but can you tell me where I am?" "Why your in Hau'oli City Beachfront of course," she said. "I beg your pardon?" asked Luna. "Hau'oli City Beachfront," repeated the swimmer. "Oh wait your new here aren't you?" said the swimmer. "Yes I suppose I am," said Luna. "Well if you need help try asking a police officer or maybe the trial captain here," said the swimmer. "I'm sorry the what captain?" asked Luna. "The Trial Captain Ilima," answered the swimmer. "His Trial site is in Verdant Cavern on route two," added the swimmer. "Ok then thank you?" said Luna. "Anytime newcomer," said the Swimmer. Luna started making her way out of the beach when she realized she didn't know how to get to route two. She saw a nearby police officer and walked over. "Pardon me sir," her voice nearly making him jump. "Oh um yes hello there how can I help you?" asked the office turning around. "Do you know how to get to Verdant Cavern?" asked Luna. "Oh uh yes well if you just go straight from here, turn right and keep going down the path you'll eventually see a Pokemon Center," the officer answered nervously. "Verdant Cavern is across from that," added the officer. "Got it thanks for the help," said Luna. "Anytime Miss," said the officer. And so Luna started walking down the street until she reached a split path. "He said turn right so," Luna looked over to the right and started walking down the path until she exited Hau'oli city and entered route two. She looked ahead and saw that a patch of grass was to her left and a path leading uphill in the center. "Ok keep going straight until I see Pokemon Center," Luna said to herself. "I don't know what the Pokemon Center looks like but I guess I'll know when I come across it," said Luna. She started walking down the path not noticing the shadow hiding in the tall grass watching her. She climbed the hill and walked past a small motel to her left and a house to her right. Moving even further down the path she once again came upon a split path. "Ok which way do I go?" asked Luna. She scratched her chin before deciding. "Well I can always turn back around so I'll go left first," said Luna. She started walking into the grass patch when she heard rustling behind her. "Who goes there!?" yelled Luna. When she noticed nothing behind her she shrugged it off and continued down the path. "Ugh the grass is so tall I can't see a thing," groaned Luna. "You know what I'll just fly," she said spreading her wings. Just as she was about to take off when something jumped out from behind an onto her back knocking her back down. Luna yelped as she landed hard on her stomach. Groaning she turned around to see a figure wearing a dark blue robe sitting on her. "I finally have you," said a male's voice. "Who are you?" Luna asked. "That's none of your concern princess," answered the figure. Growling, Luna screamed, "GET OFF OF ME!!" before kicking the figure off. The figure got to his feet and laughed, "Wow aggressive aren't you princess," Luna glared before charging at him her horn glowing preparing to attack. But the figure somehow knew and stuck out his leg while side stepping to cause her to trip. Luna grunted as she fell trying to get up as the figure approached her fast. She started getting up before the figure sat back down on her back forcing her back down. Luna tried to push the figure off, but before she could even make a single movement, the figure wrapped his right arm around her neck, putting her into a headlock. "Get off of me," said Luna. But the figure, ignoring her, hushed her and said, "It's ok it'll be over soon," He tightened his grip and added, "You just have to cooperate," Wincing, Luna tried to escape his grip, but for some reason her magic wasn't working. "What?" she gasped. The figure laughed tightening his grip again, "Game Over princess," "Ack!!" Luna winced again. Trying to pry away his arm, she gasped, "Can't breathe," Luna choked. Luna felt her strength leaving her as she felt her body weaken. "That's right go to sleep princess," laughed the figure. Suddenly a giant creature the size of the figure jumped out and slashed at him causing him to release Luna and fall backwards into the grass. Gasping and coughing, Luna put one hoof in front of her to try push herself off the ground. "Are you ok miss?" asked a voice. Luna looked up to see another figure standing in front of her. "Yeah I'll be fine thank you," said Luna catching her breath. These guys are ruthless you should be more careful," said the figure helping her up. Luna looked towards the thing who knocked down the other male figure. What she saw was a big creature standing on its hind legs with what seemed to be wearing a hard exoskeleton. The creature's exoskeleton was whitish grayish color and had two big arms on it's side with four little arms coming out on the front. "The figure called out to the creature, "Good work Golisopod," The creature turned around to face it's master and Luna. She noticed the facial features was somewhat similar to that of a crustacean or an insect of sorts. The figure in the black robe got up and whined, "Hey you can't just attack someone like that!" "Says the guy who tried killing this innocent," said the figure next to Luna. "You Team Cosmos grunts are always pathetic like your boss," said the figure next to Luna. The Team Cosmos Grunt got to his feet and screamed, "I'll remember this Larry Dawes!" "Mark my words get in our way and the boss will beat you down," "Try me," replied Larry. His Golisopod raised it's left arm preparing to attack. The Grunt yelped and ran off in the direction he came from. Larry let out a sigh and said, Stupid Team Cosmos those dumb asses just don't know when to quit," He turned towards Luna and asked, "Anyways I know I asked this already but are you ok?" Luna nodded, "Yes thank you uh," "Larry, Larry Dawes," said Larry holding out his hand. "Princess Luna," said Luna shaking his hand. "Oh well forgive me for sounding so rude," said Larry bowing down to her. "Oh no it's fine," said Luna. "Most of my friends just call me Luna," she answered. "I see," said Larry nodded. "Well then what brings you to Alola?" asked Larry. "Where?" asked Luna. "Alola," repeated Larry. "You know Island Challenge, Pokemon, all that good stuff," added Larry. "Oh I'm sorry but I'm not originally from here," said Luna. "Your not?" asked Larry. "Then that means you must be one of those things that appeared from the Ultra Wormhole," said Larry. "The what?" asked Luna. "Oh dear it appears I'll need to do some explaining," said Larry. "Yeah," answered Luna. "I'm really confused right now," said Luna. "Well we can't stay out here we might get attacked again," said Larry. "Follow me I know someplace safe we can go," said Larry walking off in the direction Luna was originally heading. "Come on let's not waste time," said Larry walking off. Luna reluctantly followed Larry while Golisopod followed from behind. > Chapter 3: Team Cosmos > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Hey are you ok?" asked Amber "Be careful Amber you don't know what that thing is capable of doing," said Symon in a serious tone. "Yeah as if it's gonna drive it's horn into my heart," Amber sarcastically replied rolling her eyes. Twilight moaned as she slowly opened her eyes to find two figures standing over her. "Where am I?" she asked "Your in the Dimensional research lab," answered Amber. When Twilight's vision focused on two humans she immediately threw herself into panic mode. She shot up from her bed breathing heavy. "What in Equestria?" she asked. Looking around she found herself in a room with nothing more than two beds, one of which she was lying in, with nightstands and a window to look out of. "Great your awake," said Amber smiling. Twilight turned towards Amber and jumped out of bed pointing her horn at her. "Who are you why have you brought me here and where are my friends?" Twilight growled. Amber put her hands up to show she was innocent, "Whoa calm down I'm going to hurt you," she said. "Then again we weren't planning to hurt you," added Symon. Twilight pressed her horn towards Amber's chest and hissed, "I don't care whether you were going to hurt me or not just answer my questions!" "Ok, ok," said Amber. Twilight slowly moved away from Amber so she could explain herself. "I'm Amber," "And that's my boyfriend Symon," said Amber pointing to Symon. "Ok hi hello now why did you bring me here?" asked Twilight. "We didn't bring you here," answered Amber with a confused look. "You just suddenly fell down from the wormhole with along with a dragon," answered Amber. Twilight's eyes widened as she jumped on Amber, "DRAGON WHAT DID IT LOOK LIKE!?" "Well it was small and purple with green scales," answered Amber. "AND WHERE IS HE RIGHT NOW!?" asked Twilight. "Relax he's fine he's with Professor Burnett getting some food," answered Symon. "He seemed real hungry," added Symon. Suddenly the door opened and a women in her middle twenties or thirties walked in along with the dragon Amber described. "SPIKE!!" Twilight called out. "Oh hey Twilight your awake," responded the dragon. Twilight ran to him and gave him a big hug, "I was so worried about you," said Twilight crying. "Relax Twilight I'm fine," said Spike. "After all these humans were kind enough to help us out," said Spike. "I'm glad your safe," whimpered Twilight. She turned towards Amber and Symon and lowered her head, "Sorry for trying to kill you just now," "I shouldn't have jumped to conclusions like that," said Twilight apologizing. "It's fine," said Amber. Smiling Twilight put out her hoof to introduce herself, I'm Twilight Sparkle," "And this is my cute assistant Spike," said Twilight pointing to the dragon. "Nice to meet you both," said Amber smiling. "So Professor Burnett did you find out anything more about the wormholes?" asked Symon. The women smiled and answered, "No but I know that Aether Paradise had nothing to do with it," "Well that's a relief," said Amber wiping her forehead. "Aether Paradise?" asked Spike. "Oh right I guess we should explain," said Amber. "You see our world is inhabited by mysterious creatures called Pokemon. Pokemon come in many different shapes, sizes, types, and there are over 400 different species of Pokemon. answered Amber. "In our world Pokemon are like partners or pets to us," explained Amber. "They go into battles with other Pokemon to get stronger so they can protect us," said Amber. "In exchange we humans do our best to care for them and support them in battles," answered Amber. "Cool," said Spike. "In addition Pokemon are special creatures with different types in their genes such as Fire, Water, Grass, Electric, Psychic, Dark, Ghost and so much more," added Symon. "Each type of Pokemon are strong against certain Pokemon while other times they might be weak against them, and occasionally there would be times where their types won't even affect the opposing Pokemon at all," said Symon. "Fascinating," said Twilight. "Speaking of which shouldn't you guys be heading over to Olivia's for your grand trial?" asked Burnett. Symon and Amber froze realizing that they probably missed their meeting with the island kahuna. "Dammit we completely forgot," said Amber. "Quick Rotom what time is it?" asked Amber. Suddenly a small red square like object with a curve at the top flew out of Amber's bag. The thing had a point at the top of the curved section of the square and had arms on the side, small feet on the bottom, and eyes on the center right above a small screen. "It is 12:40," said Rotom. "Did that thing just speak!?" asked Spike. "Yes," answered Amber. "His name is Rotom and he helps us gather information about certain Pokemon and pin points the destination we need to go to," added Amber. "What kind of magic is this?" asked Twilight. "It's not magic it's technology," replied Symon. "Well it was nice knowing you Professor Burnett but we need to go now," said Amber grabbing her bag. "Same here good luck on your grand trial," said Burnett. "Thanks," said Amber. "Come on Symon let's go!" Amber called. "Ok, ok I'm coming," said Symon grabbing his bag. "Wait what about us?" asked Twilight. "Well your looking for your friends right so I think you should just stay here," said Amber. "But we want to go with you," said Spike. "Yeah I agree with Spike on this one," said Twilight. "To be honest I don't think there's much to do in here," said Twilight. "And plus I want to learn more about Pokemon," said Twilight. Amber and Symon both looked at Burnett who smiled and nodded telling the two that she doesn't mind. "Alright but stay close to us and don't go wandering off on your own said Symon," "Yay!" said Spike. "Alright let's go said Amber walking out the door. "Thanks for Everything Burnett!" Amber called out. "No problem come visit me anytime," Burnett called back. Burnett watched as Amber and Symon headed off towards Diglett's Tunnel followed by Spike and Twilight talking about Alola and the Island Challenge. "Such sweet kids," said Burnett as she walked back into the lab. Symon and Amber both stopped by the Pokemon Center to heal their Pokemon, buy potions and other merchandise from the shop, and buy some drinks for Twilight and Spike before making their way to Diglett's tunnel. As they entered they explained to Twilight and Spike about Alola and its traditions while battling a bunch of Digletts and showing Twilight and Spike how Pokemon battles work. When they came close to the exit they healed up their Pokemon before moving on. "So now you know how Pokemon battles work let me tell you about type advantages," said Amber. "Well, well, well what do we have here," said a voice. "What?" asked Amber. "Who's there?" asked Amber. Suddenly two figures wearing dark blue robes walked out from behind a giant boulder near the exit. "Hello there friends," said the figure on the left. "Um hi can we help you with something?" asked Amber. "Yes as a matter of fact you can," said the figure to the left. "I hope it wouldn't be too much trouble to do us a favor and hand over that pony and dragon to us," said the figure to the right. "What why?" asked Amber. "That's none of your concerns," said the figure to the left. "Amber Symon we don't know those two," whispered Twilight. "Uh well um we're kind of in a hurry right now um see ya," said Amber attempting to run past the figure on the left. Suddenly the figure threw his arm forward grabbing and lifting Amber by the neck. "Amber!" Twilight called out. "Sorry young lady but your not going anywhere until you hand over that pony and dragon," said the figure throwing her back towards Symon and Twilight. "Amber are you alright?" asked Symon running towards her. Amber put her hands over her neck and let out a couple of coughs, "Yeah I'm fine," Symon looked up and glared at the two figures, "You will regret doing that," Symon pulled out a Poke ball from his bag and threw it. The ball opened and white light popped out to summon a creature taking the form of a giant green dragonfly. The creature had red spots running down its body with three black legs on each side and glowing red eyes. "Heh well if that's the way it's gonna be," said the figure to the left pulling out his own Poke ball. "We'll show you how serious Team Cosmos can get," Cosmo Grunt A threw his Poke ball releasing a creature with a black coat with yellow rings on it's legs ears and tails, and glowing red eyes. Cosmo Grunt B threw his Poke ball to call out a creature with white fur, blue skin, red eyes, and a big sword like attribute attached to the side of it's head. Amber got to her feet and threw her own Poke ball calling out a creature with a white coat, blue eyes, and ribbon like feelers flowing at it's side. "Heh a Yanmega and Sylveon huh?" said Grunt A. "Well let's see how well they can handle my Umbreon and B's Absol," said Grunt A. Smirking he pointed a finger towards Amber's Sylveon and said, "Umbreon use Dark Pulse!" Umbreon jumped up and launched a blast of dark aura. "Sylveon dodge it!" yelled Amber. Sylveon obeyed and jumped over to the side. Grunt B smirked, "Just give up you won't stand a chance," "Or are they?" whispered a voice. "What?" asked Grunt B. Suddenly the two grunts put on shocked faces as they collapsed on the ground. Standing behind the two was a women with short black hair with different types of jewelry hanging off of different parts of her clothing. "Kahuna Olivia!" Amber called out. "You guys over here follow me!" said Olivia. The four didn't need to be told twice as they ran after Olivia leaving behind the Umbreon and Absol with their unconscious trainers. > Chapter 4: Ultra Beast! > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Starlight stared out into the horizon as she stood on the balcony of Aether Paradise. She had just woken up in the staff's quarter with no memories of her encounter with the Ultra Wormhole back at the crystal Empire. She wasn't the only one though, the mane six, Spike, and even Princess Luna were sucked in. However when she was first brought to Aether Paradise by the individual, whom he calls Gladion, she had been unconscious the entire time along with Fluttershy. "Starlight," Sun's voice called out. Starlight turned around to find Sun standing behind her wearing his lab coat. "Hello Sun," she replied. "So have your memories come back yet do you remember anything?" asked Sun walking up next to her. "No," answered Starlight "I've tried but no luck," she added. "Well Fluttershy's having the same problem so no need to rush it," Sun answered. "Yeah ok," said Starlight whimpering. "It's about your friends isn't it?" asked Sun. The single teardrop on her left cheek answered the question. "I understand," Sun said. "Don't worry we'll find your friends," he replied. "In the meantime try to your best in helping the International Police and Aether Foundation ok?" Sun asked. "Yeah ok," answered Starlight wiping away her tear. "Good now come the others are waiting," said Sun. Starlight reluctantly followed Sun onto an elevator inside Aether Paradise. As the elevator traveled up to the conservation area, Starlight could not help but worry about her lost friends. When the two reached the Conservation area the two saw Lusamine, Lillie, Gladion, Wicke, Anabel, Looker, and Fluttershy waiting for them. "I brought her," said Sun. "Hello Starlight," said Lusamine. "Sorry to disturb you but we need to discuss about some things," Lusamine said. "Like what?" asked Starlight. "We've been talking through this and agreed that even though the Ultra Beasts are first priority we have foundation members trying to find a way to send you and your friends back," answered Lusamine. "But we can't do it until your memories come back or until a sign is revealed," said Gladion. Starlight's ears drooped, "I'm sorry I really can't remember anything," "That's ok," said Lillie. "In the meantime we have to turn our focus on the topic of the Ultra Beasts," said Anabel. "The monsters right?" asked Starlight. "In a way yes," said Looker. "First things first the Ultra Beasts are-" But Looker's statement was cut short when the ground started to shake. "What's going on?" asked Lillie. "Look," said Gladion pointing behind Anabel and Looker. Then they saw it. A small tear that suddenly appeared in midair. The tear eventually grew into a small hole, then a bright flash caused to group to pull back and cover their eyes. Once the light died down a giant hole had appeared where the small tear once was. The same exact one that Starlight had seen above the crystal empire. "Is that?" asked Starlight. "Yes no doubt about it that's an Ultra Wormhole," said Gladion. Just then a mysterious creature appeared from the wormhole and settled down in front of the group. The creature had a glass dome like structure with multiple star designs printed on the dome. Underneath that was a wavy cloth like structure designed in way to make it look like it was wearing a hat. Beneath that was several tentacle stuck together making it look like a deformed jellyfish. "Is that?" asked Fluttershy. "Yes," answered Lillie. Sun took a step forward and looked at the creature as it let out a screech. "It's been a while," he said. "Why did you come back?" Sun asked. The creature screeched waving it's jellyfish tentacles. "Like I said this is no place for you," said Sun. "You belong in Ultra Space with everyone else," he said. The creature screeched for a third time. Sun sighed and looked at the creature, "You never do quit do you Nihilego?" "Fine then you leave me no choice," said Sun. He pulled out a Poke ball and tossed it. The ball opened calling out a seal mermaid hybrid. The Pokemon had a star fish on the left side of it's head and it's blue hair was tied back into a ponytail. "Primarina hydro pump," said Sun. The Pokemon opened it's mouth to blast a stream of water towards the Ultra Beast drenching it with water. But somehow the beast had survived. It let out a screech as mysterious red aura erupted from it's body sharply increasing it's special defense. "What's happening?" asked Fluttershy. "here take a look at this," said Wicke showing Fluttershy her pokedex. Starlight curiously walked over to Fluttershy and Wicke to see what see was looking at. "Nihilego," said the Pokedex. "The parasite Pokemon Rock Poison type One of the several mysterious Ultra Beasts. People on the streets report observing those infested by it suddenly become violent," "Thats sounds scary," said Fluttershy whimpering. "Yes it's frighting indeed," said Wicke. "Which is why we must send it back as soon as possible," said Wicke. "Primarina Aqua Jet," said Sun. Primarina covered herself in water as she lunged at Nihilego with great speed tackling the Ultra Beast with her water embraced body. Nihilego let out a screech of agony before collapsing on the ground indicating it had fainted. "Well that was easy," said Sun. "Um Sun?" said Starlight looking worried. "What is it?" asked Sun. Fluttershy nervously pointed her hoof behind Sun. Confused Sun turned around to find Nihilego slowly rising up. Sun took a step back to prepare for Nihilego's next move. Suddenly from out of nowhere a small blue ball the size of a Poke Ball hit Nihilego on the head causing it to be sucked in. The ball was blue with blue lines circling the ball with four yellow pieces going out and around the ball. The ball wiggled once, then twice, and finally for a third time before the ball clicked. "Isn't that?" asked Wicke. "Yeah it's a beast ball," said Sun. "Beast Ball?" asked Fluttershy," "Yeah a special Poke ball designed to capture Ultra Beasts but with a low chance of catching ordinary Pokemon," said Lusamine. "But wait didn't you say you couldn't use Poke balls up here?" asked Starlight. "Heh seems like the pony was listening to during the tour," said a voice. The group turned towards the voice only to find three strange figures standing there. The figure in the center looked to be about in his early thirties and had slight tanish skin with brown hair. He was wearing a dark blue hoodie, black pants, and black shoes. He had an eye patch over his left eye and had a badge pinned to his chest. On the badge was the letter C in the form of a crescent moon and three little stars next to the C. He had a belt with four Poke balls attached to it and had his hands in his pockets. The two figures standing behind him were wearing dark blue robes with the same badge pinned to their chest. The figure in the middle walked over and shoved their way through the group and made his way to the beast ball containing Nihilego. He picked up the ball smirking. "Heh the boss will be so happy when I bring this Nihilego to him," he said. "Hey pal what's the big idea huh?" asked Starlight. The figure looked over. "You know you could've just said excuse me," said Starlight. "Listen here pony I don't need to take word from you," he said pointing his finger at Starlight. "We're only here for the beast," he smirked. Starlight growled but Sun stopped her, "Who are you and what are you planning to do with that beast?" One of the figures spoke up,"None of your business buddy!" "The figure looked over and said, Now, now no need to be aggressive," he said. He looked over to the group and smirked, "My name is Nova," he said pointing to himself. "I'm the Team Cosmos Admin," "Team Cosmos?" asked Looker. "That's right," Nova answered. "How did you use that beast ball?" asked Gladion. "There is supposed to be a jamming signal that prevents trainers from using Poke Balls," he said. Nova laughed, "We should be asking that question when all of your computers here are easy to hack into," "Hacking?" asked Gladion. "You hacked into our computers!?" asked Gladion. "All thanks to Team Cosmo's professional Computer Techs," answered Nova. "Now if you'll excuse me we have some business to attend to," said Nova. He put the beast ball in his pocket and called out to his two grunts, "You two deal with these fools," The grunts saluted as he Nova walked past them. "Well let's get started shall we?" said Grunt A as he took out his Poke Ball. "Yes this will be fun," said Grunt B taking out his own Poke Ball. As Sun, Anabel, and Lusamine prepared to draw their Pokemon, Nova got on the elevator laughing, "Have fun you two," his sinister laugh echoing through the entire paradise as he went down with the elevator. > Chapter 5: Tapu Bulu and the Prism > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- It has been at least an hour since Larry and Luna both boarded the ferry that made it's way towards Akala Island and since the near death experience with the Team Cosmos Grunt on route two Luna and Larry hadn't faced any danger. Now they were heading over to the second island to look for Luna's friends. Luna nervously staring out the window of the ferry, couldn't stop thinking about her friends and if they were safe or not. Meanwhile the Champion sat next to her dozing off like a snorlax. "I hope they're alright," said. Luna. "Woo man that was intense," said Symon final putting an end to Olivia's Lycannroc. "I can't blame you Symon," said Olivia. Olivia put her fainted Lycannroc back into it's ball before walking up to Symon. "I'm pretty sure you know how to use the rock type Z-move right?" asked Olivia. Symon nodded, "Showing Amber once is enough," said Symon. "Well then here it is Rockium Z," said Olivia handing Symon a brown Z-Crystal with a boulder icon in it. "Sweet," said Symon. "That was amazing Symon!" said Twilight clapping her hoofs. "Thanks Twilight," said Symon. "Well now your done with my grand trial are you planning to head over to the next island?" asked Olivia. Both Symon and Amber nodded. "Well then you should probably head over to the docks," said Olivia. "Truth is The Hano Grand Resort near here has dock but that place is closed for some reason," said Olivia. "So you'll have to take the other dock near the Tide Song Hotel," said Olivia. "Alright thanks for letting us know," said Symon. "Alright then let's go!" said Olivia. 'Wait your coming with us?" asked Twilight. "No I just see all the trial goers like Amber And Symon off as if their like my kids," said Olivia. "Not that I have any I haven't even gotten married," she added. "Ok then what are waiting for let's go!" said Amber rushing off. "Hey wait up Amber," said Symon rushing after her followed by Twilight, Spike, and Olivia. "Hey Larry wake up we're arriving," said Luna shaking Larry from his sleep. "Oh already?" asked Larry yawning and stretching. "Yes now come on let's go," said Luna picking up their stuff with her magic. As Luna and Larry got off the ferry they were hit by a blast of fresh air. Inhaling Larry let out a big sigh. "Ah Akala Island It's been a while," said Larry. "It's pretty cool," said Luna. "Well let's not stand around and get a move on," said Luna. "Alright I'm going," said Larry. "Well, well if it isn't Larry Dawes," said a familiar female voice. Larry and Luna looked up to find three humans and a familiar purple alicorn with a small dragon standing there. "Princess Luna?" asked Twilight. Luna's eyes widened upon hearing her voice, "Twilight is that you?" Twilight poked her head out from the group smiling, "LUNA!" Twilight cried out. Jumping out she ran towards the alicorn princess giving her a big hug. "I'm so glad to see you!" said Twilight. "Same here Twilight Sparkle," said Luna hugging her back. "Well, it appears you two already know each other," said Larry. "Is Spike with you?" asked Luna. Spike poked his head out from behind Twilight, "I'm right here Princess," said Spike. Smiling Luna picked up Spike with her magic hugging him. "Ok I'm completely lost," said Symon. "Oh sorry," said Twilight clearing her throat. "This is Princess Luna one of my closest friends," said Twilight. "Hi I'm Amber," said Amber. "And this is my boyfriend Symon," said Amber pointing to Symon. "And that's," "Kahuna Olivia," Larry finished. "Long time huh?" he said. "What was almost three years?" asked Olivia. "Seems like it," answered Larry. "Um Olivia you know him?" asked Symon. "Of course," answered Olivia. "He used to be on the Island Challenge like you guys," said Olivia. "Currently Alola's Champion," added Larry. "Wait so YOU"RE the Champion?" asked Amber surprised. Larry nodded his head. "But wait why aren't you in the Pokemon League then?" asked Amber. "Well it's a bit of a long story," said Larry. "But right now I'm here for something," he said. "What's that?" asked Olivia. "Luna here apparently got separated from her friends so we came here to find if any of her friends are here," answered Olivia. "Nope sorry we're the only ones here," said Spike. "Oh well then I suppose the others are on the other Islands then," said Larry. "I assume you're going to Ula Ula next?" he asked Amber and Symon. They both nodded. Well then why not come with us?" he asked. "We were planning to head over there anyways," said Larry. "We'd love to!" answered Amber. "Well than lets not waste any time," said Larry. "We don't want to run into anymore Team Cosmo Grunts," said Larry. "Wait Team Cosmos?" asked Symon. Larry nodded. "I presume you've heard of them?" he asked. "We ran into them in Diglett's Tunnel," answered Twilight. "Well then let's hurry I'll explain everything once we are on," said Larry. The group boarded the Ula Ula ferry and waved goodbye to Olivia as the left the dock. "Now what is it you wanted to tell us?" asked Spike. "Oh right," said Larry. "Well then it's a lot to take in so are you ready?" Larry asked. The group nodded. "Alright then starting from the beginning," said Larry. And so Larry explained to the group who he was, his role in Alola, about the Ultra Beasts, how he was currently working alongside with the Aether Foundation and the International Police to capture and send the Ultra Beasts back to their world, and how he was currently hunting down every member of Team Cosmos. Once he was done the group couldn't even spell out words to comment on his explanation. "I don't believe this," said Twilight breaking the silence. "I know how hard it is to believe everything I just told you but it's the truth," said. Larry. The group went silent again. "But don't worry we'll find your friends and get you outta here in no time," said Larry. Twilight, Luna, and Spike nodded their heads sadly. The remainder of the trip was silent. "Hmm something the matter Tapu Bulu?" asked Nanu. Upon asking a black creature hovered down from the sky. The creature had red rings around it's arms and a white ring around it's nose. A big red shell like attribute with black horns and yellow stripes sat on top of the creature. And in instead of legs a big yellow cow bell hung down. The creature let out a small humming as if it was saying something to the kahuna. "Hmm two trial-goers and the champion huh?" said Nanu. Tapu Bulu nodded. "Alright I'll go welcome them but only because the champion is with them," said Nanu. The ferry slowly pulled up as the group picked up their stuff and prepared to get off. As the group got off the ferry, Spike jumped off Twilight's back and inhaled the fresh air. "Oh so fresh!" said Spike. "You know it," responded a voice. The group looked towards the direction of the voice to find a man standing there. He man had grey hair and was wearing a black jacket over a red T-shirt. He was wearing typical black pants, black sandals, and a black Z-Ring on his right arm. "Officer Nanu it's been a while," said Larry. "Hmph so you came back," said Nanu. "Shouldn't you be at the Pokemon League?" asked Nanu. "Or you here because your hunting down those monsters and those Team Cosmos morons?" asked Nanu. "Wanna try and guess?" asked Larry. Nanu just smirked like he knew, "Well if your here for the monsters try going to the library," suggested Nanu. "Besides our guardian is there waiting for you anyway," said Nanu. "Don't want to waste his time now do we?" asked Nanu. "Thanks for the suggestion," said Larry. "We're heading over there now," As Larry led the group past Nanu, he called out. "Oh by the way those two ponies of yours," The group stopped short. "If you want to know about the other two on this island might as well go talk to Acerola," said Nanu. "What?' asked Twilight. "You heard me pony go talk to Acerola and she might be able to help you," said Nanu. The group watched as Nanu head off in the direction they were going. "Wow gloomy guy," said Spike. "Nanu is like that," said Larry. "But don't worry he's a good person on the inside," "Didn't he say to go meet with someone named Acerola to get more information about two more ponies?" asked Amber. "Yeah but she lives in Tapu Village," said Larry. "We won't be able to go there until we finish the electric trial," said Larry. "Darn," said Spike. "Well might as well head off to the library," said Luna. the group nodded as they started their way. Soon the group was standing outside the library in Malie City. "Wow it's big," said Spike. "Yeah definitely," said Larry. "Didn't Nanu say something about the guardian waiting for us?" asked Symon. Just as Symon asked that question, Tapu Bulu hovered down to face the group causing them to jump back. "Wow he wasn't kidding," said Symon. "Tapu Bulu it's been a while," said Larry. "How's it been?" Larry asked. Tapu Bulu responded by handing Larry a book. "What's this?" Larry asked. Tapu Bulu pointed towards the cover. The group surrounded Larry to see what the guardian was pointing at. The tittle of the book was a little faded due the book itself being old, but Larry was able to read it. "Light of the Prism," Larry read out loud. "Prism what Prism?" asked Spike. Tapu Bulu hovered down and opened the book to a certain page. Larry looked down, "Chapter 15 Legend of Necrozma," he read out loud. "Necrozma?" asked Symon. "Is it a Pokemon?" asked Twilight. "Let's check," said Amber. But when she typed in the name Necrozma no results had popped up. "Strange it says there are Pokemon named Necrozma. "Maybe we need to actually scan the Pokemon?" asked Symon. "Either way the fact the guardian is showing us this might be because he's trying to give us a hint or clue to something," answered Larry. "What kind of hint or clue?" asked Luna. "Whatever it is we need to learn more about this Necrozma," said Larry walking into the library. The group shrugged it off and followed Larry in, not taking notice of the two figures hiding behind the walls of a building. > Chapter 6: Hunted > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Do you see them Applejack?" "No definitely not Rarity," answered Applejack. Rarity wiped her forehead with her handkerchief as she let out a sigh of relief. "Now, now Rarity don't you go thinking we're safe," said Applejack. "Y'all never know if y'all actually safe," added Applejack. "Ok sorry Applejack," scoffed Rarity. Ever since the Applejack and Rarity dropped into Poni Island, they've been constantly hunted by two Team Cosmo Grunts. Because of this they instantly came to the conclusion that they shouldn't trust anyone on this island. To make things worse they've been separated from their friends and lost all memories since the Ultra Wormhole incident. As Applejack pulled her head back into the canyon's hole, she heard Rarity's stomach grumbling. "Oh dear Applejack could you do me a favor and go find some food darling?" asked Rarity. "Alright but stay here and don't try and leave this hiding spot," said Applejack. "Thank you Applejack darling," said Rarity. Applejack poked her head out, looked around to make sure nobody was around, and jumped out quickly and quietly walking down the left path. Rarity poked her head out as she watched Applejack turn the corner at the very end of the path. Rarity slid back into her hiding spot holding onto her stomach in hunger. Ever since the two found themselves in this strange world, they hadn't eaten anything for a whole day. Applejack continued to sneak around looking for food. She eventually came to a dead end and turned back. The lights in house she and Rarity passed by several hours ago was still on. She had be careful but not for long. The sun was starting to set so eventually she will be able to walk around without having to worry about being hunted. Sneaking past the house, Applejack walked under the gateway and out into the fields. She remembered she had seen a pile of berries under a tree nearby. Hoping that nobody got to the pile first, she quickly ran over to the tree. Upon seeing that the pile was untouched she let out a sigh of relief. "Hope Rarity likes berries," said Applejack. She walked over to the pile taking off her hat. She attempted to pick up a berry when she heard the sound of snapping claws. "What the?" said Applejack. Just then a small purple crab with blue claws in the shape of boxing gloves jumped out and hissed at Applejack. "What in tarnations?" asked Applejack. The crab lunged at Applejack punching her in the face. "Oh that's how y'all wanna play it," growled Applejack. She turned around and bucked the crab knocking it into the tree. Freaking out the crab ran off knowing it messed with the wrong pony. "Yeah that's right," hissed Applejack. "Y'all better run!" yelled Applejack. Applejack bent down and started putting berries into her hat not noticing the black figure standing behind her. Rarity patiently stared at the wall waiting for Applejack to return with some food. "I do hope Applejack is alright," said Rarity. Her ears twitched as she heard stones crumbling nearby. "Applejack is that you darling?" asked Rarity turning around. No response. "Applejack?" Rarity called out. The sound of footsteps started approaching towards her hiding spot. "Applejack?" asked Rarity as she got up and walked over to the entrance. Rarity hoping that it was her friend Walked over only to be greeted by a tall figure wearing a dark blue robe. Rarity's eyes widened as she took a step back. "Why how did you?" asked Rarity. The figure reached out as he approached Rarity. Tripping over a rock Rarity, found herself pinned against the cavern's wall. The figure continued approaching Rarity. Terrified and unable to hold in the fear, Rarity let a terrified scream. Applejack had managed to put half of the berry pile into her hat by the time the sun was halfway down. "Alright almost done," said Applejack. As Applejack was about to put in another berry into her hat, the high pitched shriek of Rarity caused Applejack to flinch. "Rarity?" asked Applejack. Applejack's eyes widened realizing that Rarity was in danger. "Hang on Rarity I'm com-" But Applejack's statement was cut short when a hand covered by a black leather glove settled over her mouth and someone's arms wrapped itself around her stomach. "Mmph!" A male's voice whispered in her ear in a low and dark tone, "Found you," Applejack thrashed around as she struggled to break free from the figure's grip . "Mmph, Mmph!" Applejack let out a muffled scream as she put her hoofs on his hands trying to pry the figures hands off her mouth. "Now, now calm down sweet cheeks," said the figure. Throwing himself and Applejack to the ground. "Mmph, Mmph!" Applejack continued struggling trying to break free occasionally looking over to see it was the same figure she and Rarity was running from before. Applejack threw her hoofs back trying to hit the figure in the face, but the figure somehow held her down strong. As Applejack's strength weakened, she felt her world slipping away. "That's right cowgirl go to sleep," whispered the figure. Just as Applejack's world begin to slip away, there was a loud smack coming from behind her and a loud grunt coming from the figure as he collapsed on her. Applejack quickly pulled off the figure's hands as she gasped. "What the hay?" gasped Applejack. She looked over to see who saved her only to find Rarity holding out her hoof smiling. "Rarity?" asked Applejack. "Yes darling it's me," answered Rarity. "I thought you were in trouble," said Applejack taking her hoof. "I was until this fine young lady saved me," answered Rarity pointing her hoof at a human standing behind her. Applejack looked over to see a young girl with a purple bonnet on her head, wearing an archeologists uniform, black boots, and grey gloves. Next to her was a giant brown horse with a black mane with orange at the end. "Hey there," said the girl. "You ok?" she asked. "Yeah thanks to you," said Applejack. "Yes we couldn't be any more grateful for your assistance um," "Hapu," answered the girl. "You may call me Hapu," "And this is Mudsdale," said Hapu patting the horse on the back. "Rarity," said Rarity holding out her hoof. Hapu took her hoof and shook it. "And this is my friend Applejack," said Rarity pointing towards Applejack. "Nice to meet you both," said Hapu. "Same here sugarcube," said Applejack. "So what brings you two here on Poni?" asked Hapu. "Pony?" asked Rarity. "Yes," answered Hapu. "That's the name of the island your currently on," added Hapu. Her Mudsdale neighed in agreement. "Um well the truth is we don't know what we're doing here," said Applejack. "We just found ourselves here when we woke up this morning," added Applejack. "Ah so I assume you two are the things that fell from the Wormhole," said Hapu. "Wormhole?" asked Rarity. "Ah right I guess I have some explaining to do," said Hapu. "Well then why don't we go to my place," suggested Hapu. "Don't want to stay out here in case anymore Team Cosmo Grunts show up," said Hapu. "Team what?' asked Applejack. "Uh yeah that's part of the explanation," said Hapu. "Now come along you must be hungry," said Hapu. Both Applejack and Rarity nodded. "Well then let's not waste time I'll serve you dinner," said Hapu jumping onto her Mudsdale. The two looked at each worried but decided that this was the best course of action. They reluctantly followed Hapu and her Mudsdale as she rode of toward the house. > Chapter 7: Nebula Encounter! > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Did you guys find anything?" asked Larry still holding onto the book. Luna, Twilight, Spike, Amber, and Symon all shook their heads in unison. "There just isn't any information about Necrozma," said Amber. Larry wiped the sweat off his brow with a concerned look, "Damn if we can't find anymore information we won't be able to understand why Tapu Bulu freaks out every time we mention Necrozma," "We tried to ask the librarian but she claimed that she's never heard of such Pokemon," said Twilight. "Well we did our best," said Larry. "Come on I just received a message from Professor Kukui saying that he wants us to meet him in Malie garden," said Larry. The group reluctantly followed Larry out of the library. "This way," he said turning left as soon as he was out. The group followed him to a gateway not far from the library. Once they entered they noticed that it looked somewhat similar too those of Japanese style yard where they would normally hold tea ceremonies. The group noticed Professor Kukui standing in front of a bridge with two other figures. One figure had a black hoodie with multiple tears on it's sleeves and a giant tear in the center exposing his red T-Shirt. He wore black pants with more tears, red fanny pack on his hips, and red shoes with black laces. His bangs was covering right eye almost making his glare seem either more or less dangerous. The figure next to him was a man in about his twenties who was wearing a white short sleeve shirt. He had black khakis and black shoes that almost matched his hair. "Professor Kukui," Larry called out. "There you are glad you could make it," said Kukui with a big grin. "Sorry we were in the Malie Library doing some research," said Amber. "It's fine," said Kukui. He looked over to Twilight, Spike, and Luna. "Wow I see you've caught some new Pokemon already," said Kukui with a grin. "Pokemon?" asked Amber looking over. "Oh no Professor these are not Pokemon," answered Amber. "They're creatures called Ponies," added Amber. "Ponies?" asked Kukui. His eyes widened at the thought. "Oh in that case those must be the so called "things" that appeared from the wormhole?" asked Kukui. "Yes sir," answered Symon. "Professor I would like you to meet Twilight Sparkle, her assistant Spike, and Princess Luna," said Amber. The three waved with smiles on their faces. "Nice meeting you cousins," sad Kukui with a big grin. "Um we're not your cousins," said Spike. "Oh don't worry about it," said Kukui. "It's an Alolan expression," said Kukui. "Oh," said Spike. "Professor," said the figure in the hoodie. Kukui nodded before turning back to the group, "Guys I want you to meet," "Gladion and Sun," finished Larry. "It's been a while hasn't it?" asked Larry. "Almost a year right Larry?" asked Sun. "Oh it appears you've already acquainted," said Kukui. "Well only me," said Larry. "Guys meet Gladion and Sun," said Larry turning towards his friends. "Gladion works for Aether Paradise while Sun was the former and very first Champion of Alola," said Larry. "Nice to meet you," said Amber. "I'm Amber and this is my boyfriend Symon," said Amber pointing to Symon. "Same here," said Sun. "So Kukui what is it you wanted to discuss with us?" asked. Larry. "Well it appears something happened a Aether Paradise," answered Kukui. "From what Gladion and Sun told me Lillie, Gladion's sister, has been kidnapped," said Kukui. "What!?" asked Larry. "Not only that but the legendary Pokemon Solgaleo and Lunala has also been taken," answered Gladion. "The legendary Pokemon!?" asked Amber in shock. "That's right," answered Sun. "And to make things worst the first Ultra Beast appeared," said Sun. "Ultra Beast?" asked Spike. "You mean the more dangerous versions of Pokemon?" asked Spike. Sun nodded, "However although I managed to beat it in a battle the Ultra Beast was captured and taken as well," said Sun. "By who?" asked Luna. "By us of course!" answered a voice. The group turned around to see two Team Cosmos Grunts walking up to them. "And it was all thanks to Aether for beating it for us," said Grunt A. "Team Cosmos!" growled Gladion. "Yep we're back baby," said Grunt B "And we heard everything about that Necrozma or whatever you guys called it," said Grunt A. "WHAT!?" Twilight screamed in shock. "Necrozma," mumbled Sun. "Yep and don't you go thinking we're gonna leave it alone," said Grunt B. "Don't you even think about it," growled Luna. "Too late for that don't you think Princess," a voice responded. The group turned back in front to see three figures walking across the bridge. The figure in the center looked to be in his middle thirties and had somewhat tan skin. His brown hair came over his left eye as a bang and was wearing a dark blue hoodie, with black khaki shorts and black shoes. His hoodie was unzipped exposing the white T-shirt he was wearing underneath. He had a chain necklace with the Team Cosmo logo hanging down on in the middle. Standing next to him were two more Team Cosmo Grunts with their hoodies pulled over their faces. "Hmph," the figure snorted. "These are the brats that my grunts are having trouble with?" he said with a disgusted look on his face. It took a moment of silence before he burst out laughing, "Ha what joke to think that these two measly fools and their little pony friends are the ones beating up Team Cosmos!" "Hey who are calling measly?" asked Amber offended. "Who do you think you are talking to us like that?" asked Amber. "Well if you must know then sure I can do introductions," said the figure. He spread his arms out and beamed, "I am Nebula the Team Cosmos Boss!" His voice was loud enough to get the attention of everyone in Malie Garden. "Nebula?" asked Twilight. "That's right," answered Nebula. "Or was my introduction too complex for you to understand?" he asked laughing. "You," growled Gladion. "Your the one who took my sister," said Gladion. "And that Ultra Beast," added Nebula. "Hey boss don't forget about the legendary Pokemon," one of his grunts called out. "Shut up dimwit!" Nebula yelled. "Who said you can call out random things at random times," Nebula yelled. His grunt yelped and stepped back. "You haven't changed at all have you Nebula," said Larry stepping forward. "Hmph Larry why are you here?" asked Nebula. "That's what I should be asking you," said Larry. "That's none of your concerns Champion," hissed Nebula. "But if you must know I'm here to take everything you loved and cared about and smash it in front of your face," laughed Nebula. "What are you talking about?" asked Larry. "Don't play dumb with me," Nebula growled. "You know exactly what I'm talking about," said Nebula. He turned his attention towards Symon and Amber and pointed one finger at them, "You two have messed with our plans for the last time," "It's about time that I deal with you myself since it takes these stupid grunts way too long to crush you," he hissed. He turned his attention towards Larry, "Observe Larry you may have taken my role as Champion but I won't stand for this," he growled. "It's time that I show you that you've made the mistake of messing with the wrong man," he said taking out two Pokeballs. He threw both calling out his Pokemon. "GO HYDREIGON AND TYRANITAR!" Upon sending out his Pokemon, a black three headed dragon with a blue underbelly with purple stripes running down it and three sets of wings on each side of it's back, appeared on Nebula's left, and a bipedal creature with green scales and blue scales in the shape of a diamond appeared to Nebula's right. "What is that?" asked Twilight. "Allow me," said Rotom flying in front of her. "Hydreigon, the Brutal Pokemon, Dark Dragon type, The heads on their arms do not have brains. They use all three heads to consume and destroy everything," said Rotom. He then pulled up Tyranitar's pokedex entry and showed it to Twilight, Spike, and Luna. "Tyranitar, Armor Pokemon, Rock Dark type, It's body can't be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies," "Um isn't that bad?' asked Spike. "We won't know until we get into battle," said Symon pulling out his own Pokeball. "Go Yanmega!" he said throwing his Pokeball. "Sylveon come on out!" said Amber throwing her Pokeball. The two Pokemon burst out of their balls and landed in front of their trainers waiting for their commands. "You won't last," laughed Nebula. "Hydreigon use tailwind Tyranitar use dragon dance!!!" yelled Nebula. The opposing Hydreigon let out an angry roar as a gust of wind blew in from the opponent's side while Tyranitar started dancing in a strange fashion as red aura surrounded it's body. "Damn," said Symon. "What is it?" asked Twilight. "He just raised his speed and attack at the same time," said Amber. "Doesn't that mean he's faster than you?" ask Spike. "Yeah and to make things worse he's a lot stronger now," said Symon. "He won't be for long," said Amber. "Sylveon Moonblast on Hydreigon!" yelled Amber. "Yanmega air slash on Tyranitar!" yelled Symon. Sylveon let out a cry as a pink sphere begin to from as light from the moon begin to shine down. Once the attack was fully charged, Sylveon hurled the pink orb at the Hydreigon doing massive damage to it on impact. Symon's Yanmega started creating wind and hurled them at Tyranitar as multiple blades not doing as much as the Moonblast. "Yes we got Hydreigon!" beamed Amber. "It won't last another hit," said Symon. "Come on you two can do it!" cheered Spike. "Impressive but let's see if you can survive this," said Nebula smirking. "HYDREIGON IRON TAIL ON SYLVEON TYRANITAR ROCK SLIDE ON YANMEGA AND SYLVEON!" yelled Nebula. "Uh-oh ," said Symon. Hydreigon's tail began to glow in a bright white light as it charged at Amber's Sylveon. "Sylveon get out of the way!" yelled Amber. But before her Sylveon could move, Hydreigon's tail came swinging from it's left smashing it against Sylveon's chest. With a yelp of pain Sylveon was knocked back to Amber. "Sylveon!" Amber rushed to her Pokemon only to find it had fainted. "Down in only one hit!?" screamed Amber. "Yanmega Air-" but before Symon could finish giving out his command, his Pokemon was knocked down from the air crushed as multiple large boulders came falling from the sky knocking out his Yanmega. "Yanmega!" Symon yelled. Nebula laughed, "Well that was easy," Both of his Pokemon let out roars in triumph. Twilight, Spike, and Luna ran over to the two as both returned their Pokemon into their balls. "Guy's are you alright?" asked Twilight. Amber quickly got up and ran to the Pokemon Center followed by Symon. Both of them protecting their Pokemon from anymore harm along the way. As the two ran they could hear the sinister laughter of Nebula coming from behind them. > Chapter 8: Blades and Blasters Part 1: UB-04 Blaster > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Come on Gladion pick up," said Starlight impatiently. The Aether Foundation had just gone on high alert after receiving news from two of their members as well as the International Police saying that two new UBs had been reported on Ula Ula. While Anabel and Looker left for Ula Ula along with various members in Aether, Starlight, Lusamine, Wicke, and Fluttershy stayed behind as backup. "Did he pickup yet?" asked Lusamine. "No not yet," answered Starlight. "Ugh Gladion what are you doing?" hissed Lusamine. "Gladion your thing is ringing," said Spike. "Yes I know," answered Gladion walking back from the back room in the Pokemon Center. After the encounter with Nebula, Larry, Gladion, and Sun stepped into battle after Symon and Amber was beat. The three had managed to defeat Nebula but their Pokemon had taken a beating from the Hydreigon and Tyranitar. Now the group was in the Pokemon Center getting their Pokemon fixed up. It's been at least an hour or so since the encounter and now Gladion was already getting messages from Aether. He hadn't even succeeded in rescuing Lillie yet. Gladion walked over to his earpiece and placed it over his left ear, "Gladion here," he answered. "THERE YOU ARE!" screamed Starlight making Gladion nearly drop his earpiece. "WHY TOOK YOU SO LONG!" Starlight screamed. "Starlight please calm down I can explain," said Gladion. "Explain what?" asked Starlight. "Listen I'm sorry but we haven't even found Lillie yet," he sighed. "WHAT!?" screamed Starlight. "Yeah I know and to make things even worse we ran into the Team Cosmo Boss in Malie Garden and our Pokemon took a beating from the battle so we're at the Pokemon Center fixing them up," said Gladion. "Wait Team Cosmo Boss in Malie Garden?" asked Starlight. "Yeah," answered Gladion. "Did you run them off?" asked Starlight. "Yes and No," answered Gladion. "What do you mean?" asked Starlight. "Yes we beat them but they won't leave Malie Garden," answered Gladion. "Did you happen to run into Looker and Anabel while you were there?" asked Starlight in a panicked tone. "Um No," answered Gladion. "Why did something happen?" asked Gladion in a serious tone. At this point everyone in the Pokemon Center was looking towards Gladion even the group he was with. "Gladion this is bad news," said Starlight. "What is it?" asked Gladion. "What happened?" Larry, Twilight, Spike, Symon, Amber, Kukui, and Sun pulled in closer to listen to what Gladion was saying. We've just received news from the International Police saying that they got reports of two new Ultra Beasts located in two locations," said Starlight. "The first one is in a place called Po town and the other is in Malie Garden," said Starlight. Gladion's eyes widened, "You mean there was an Ultra Beast in Malie Garden and we didn't know about it!?" screamed Gladion. The group looked at each other. "Isn't Ultra Beasts the problem we're having right now?" whispered Spike. "Yes," Sun answered. "And to think that there were two sightings on Ula Ula," said Sun. "Alright thanks we'll head over right away," said Gladion. He lowered his earpiece and looked at the group. "You know whats happening right," he asked. The group nodded. "We should hurry," said Symon getting up. Gladion nodded and said,"Guys get your Pokemon we're going to Malie Garden," he said returning his Silvally into it's Pokeball. Symon, Amber, Sun, and Larry did the same as Twilight, Spike, and Luna got up and walked towards the door. Gladion turned towards the group, "Ok so we all know that this thing we're about to face is extremely dangerous right?" The group nodded. "Then stay on guard we'll never know what it's capable of," he said. The group nodded as they headed out the door. The entrance of Malie Garden was being blocked by a yellow danger tape with Looker standing and talking to a Police officer with two Aether Foundation Employees standing behind him. "Hey Looker," Gladion called out. "Ah Gladion there you are," said Looker turning around. "So where is it?" asked Gladion. Looker pointed into Malie Garden with a serious look. "Is Team Cosmos still in there?" asked Gladion. "We tried to get them to come out but they refused," said Looker. "Those idiots what are they thinking?" growled Gladion. "No matter I'm putting an end to this," said Gladion jumping over the tape and into the garden. "You guys stay out here," said Sun. "Gladion, Larry, and I will handle this," said Sun. "Be careful," said Twilight. As Gladion, Sun, and Larry walked in they noticed that multiple Aether Foundation members were fighting with Team Cosmo Grunts. "We have to hurry," said Gladion. Larry and Sun nodded in agreement. Just then Nebula stepped in front of them blocking their path, "What are YOU doing here?" he growled. "If you really think were gonna just stand aside and let you catch the Ultra Beast your wrong," growled Gladion. "Heh who's gonna stop me?" smirked Nebula. Gladion was about to answer when the scream of an Aether Foundation member echoed through the garden. He burst out of the tall grass as a big green creature emerged from the grass. The creature seemed to resemble a young lady wearing a large green kimono. It's entire lower section of it's body was covered with multiple layers of what seemed to be metal while the long slender tall section protruding from the section of the body seemed to be the neck of the creature. The long slender part of the creature eventually ended with a piece of metal with two dots resembling eyes while several pieces of thin green metal draped from the piece of metal and around the body resembling hair for the creature. Finally the creature had two bamboo shaped arms hovering at it's sides, the ends with large holes on the bottom with several curved pieces of black metal surrounding it resembling giant cannons or blasters. "Is that?" asked Larry. "Yeah no doubt about it," said Sun. "Thats UB-04 Celesteela," said Sun . Nebula smirked as he spread out his arms, "So you finally show," "Well perfect just perfect," he laughed. "You can join your little friend and get into your beast ball," he smirked. "Oh no you don't," said Larry pulling out his Pokeball. "You'll have to get through me if you want that Ultra Beast," he growled. Nebula scoffed as he turned towards his two grunts,"You two take care of him," The two nodded as they took out their Pokeballs. "You two go on don't let Nebula catch the Ultra Beast," said Larry. Gladion and Sun nodded as they stepped up to the Ultra Beast next to Nebula, "Don't try and stop me," said Nebula pulling out a beast ball. "Go on Sun I'll deal with him," said Gladion tossing Sun a beast ball of his own. "Are you sure?" asked Sun. Gladion nodded as he pointed towards the UB. "I'm counting on you," said Sun as he rushed off to help the Aether Foundation member. "NO STOP HIM!" screamed Nebula. Two grunts who heard him stepped in front of Sun blocking his path. "Well, well if it isn't Sun," said a familiar voice. Sun looked up to find Nova standing there with a beast ball in his hand. "Don't you dare," Sun growled. Nova shrugged as he threw the beast ball behind him striking the Celesteela, sucking it up into the ball and capturing it with a click of the beast ball, "Too late," smirked Nova. "Good work Nova!" Nebula called out. Sun growled when he heard another scream from across the garden. The group looked over to see another Aether Foundation member run out of the grass as a second Celesteela emerged. "What there's another one!?" screamed a Team Cosmos Grunt. This was his chance. Sun forcefully shoved the two grunts to the ground and ran back to go around the garden to get to the other side. However Team Cosmos seemed to be in a state of shock to see a second Celesteela lurking within the garden to even notice Sun run up to the second UB with a beast ball in hand. When Nebula realized what was happening he called to his grunts on the other side of the garden. "HEY YOU DIMWITS SUN IS TRYING TO CAPTURE THE UB!" But by the time the grunts could regain focus, the second Celesteela was gone and it's place was a Sun holding up a beast ball in triumph. "NO!" screamed Nebula. However Sun, Gladion, and Larry was quick to react. The three quickly ran out of the garden with the single beast ball in hand. "STOP THEM!" screamed Nebula. Nova and the grunts immediately pulled themselves back into reality as they ran after the three. "GUYS OVER HERE QUICK!" Twilight called out. The three ran towards their friends at full speed. Twilight walked up to Looker and asked, "Excuse me but is that all the Ultra Beast in this area?" "Yes," Looker answered. "The second UB is in Po town," he added. "Sir please come with us," said Twilight. "Wait what?" asked Looker. But Twilight was already charging up her horn as she prepared to teleport the group out of Malie City. Spike pulled Looker into the giant ball of aura that suddenly appeared around Amber, Symon, Kukui, and Luna. "What the?" asked Looker. Suddenly Larry, Gladion, and Sun jumped into the aura as an entire horde of Team Cosmo grunts ran towards them. Twilight winced as she let loose her magic and with a flash the group was gone. Team Cosmos stopped in their tracks to realize the group had vanished. Furious, Nebula threw his arms upwards and screamed, "SUN!!!!!!" He pointed towards Nova as he said, Nova gather the grunts we're going to Po town," Nova saluted as he ran back into the garden to collect the remaining grunts. Nebula growled, "You may have one UB-04 Blaster but you won't get so lucky with UB-04 Blade," > Chapter 9: Blades and Blasters Part 2: UB-04 Blade > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Hey Dashie Acerola that Nanu guy is back!" said Pinkie Pie jumping up and down. Rainbow Dash let out a groan, "About time," "Relax Rainbow," said Acerola with a smile. "My Uncle forgets a lot of things but it's not easy to forget about you," Acerola giggled. "Very funny Acerola," scoffed Rainbow Dash. As Nanu walked in the station, Pinkie Pie ran up to him excited, "Hey Mr. Nanu!" Nanu groaned, "And here comes the noise again," "Aww don't be like that silly filly," said Pinkie jumping. "Whatever," said Nanu rolling his eyes. "Hey Uncle Nanu what took you so long?" asked Acerola. "Sorry had some business to deal with," answered Nanu. "Stupid Team Cosmos was causing trouble again," "Ooh did you beat them?" asked Pinkie. "Sent them running and crying," answered Nanu with a smirk. "Wow are you really that strong?" asked Pinkie. "Well he IS the island kahuna," answered Acerola. "Yeah whatever," said Nanu. "By the way I found more of those ponies," added Nanu. Upon hearing this Rainbow Dash's eyes widened as she ran up to Nanu. "WHERE!?" she asked. "Relax their fine," answered Nanu. "They got some pretty powerful trainers protecting them," Rainbow Dash sat down wiping her forehead, "Thank Celestia," "i told them to meet you if they wanted to learn more," said Nanu looking at Acerola. "Oh so are they coming?" asked Acerola. "Should be," answered Nanu with a shrug. Suddenly the Police station's doors swung open as a women in a black suit walked in, "Mr. Nanu they've appeared," she said in a serious tone. Nanu grunted, "Well I'll be damned," "Let's go then," he said taking out his Pokeball. "What appeared?" asked Pinkie Pie curiously. "Oh I'm sorry Mr. Nanu I didn't know you had company," said the woman looking at Rainbow and Pinkie. "Yeah," answered Nanu. "Hi I'm Pinkie Pie!" said Pinkie waving. "Pinkie Pie?" asked the woman. "Yeah and that's Rainbow Dash," said Pinkie pointing a hoof towards her friend. The woman walked over, "You two don't happen to know Starlight and Fluttershy do you?" asked the woman. "Wait Fluttershy and Starlight!?" screamed Rainbow. "Where are they!?" she asked. "So you do know them," said the woman. "Don't worry their safe with us," said the woman. "Um who are you exactly?" asked Pinkie. The woman gasped, "Oh I'm sorry I should've introduced myself," "I'm Anabel," answered the woman. "Chief of the International Police," Anabel answered. Suddenly an explosion was heard outside the station followed by terrified screams causing Rainbow to jump, "Um what was that?" asked Rainbow. "Hey Missy if you want to protect those people I suggest we move," said Nanu. Anabel nodded as she started towards the door. "Wait we're coming too," said Rainbow Dash. "No don't its too dangerous for you two," said Anabel. "But it's boring in here," whined Pinkie. "I said no," said Anabel. Suddenly someone outside screamed, "ULTRA BEAST!!!!!" "Um what?" asked Pinkie. Anabel bit her lips, "Ugh fine you can come," "Yes!" said Rainbow. "But you're staying out of the danger zones and sticking with Acerola," said Nanu. "Not what I had in mind but good enough for me," said Pinkie. With that the five ran out of the station towards the danger. Twilight's magic had worked as she and her friends later found themselves just outside Po town. Upon laying their eyes on the environment around them, they saw nothing but gloomy an dark. "This is Po town?" asked Luna. "Seems kind of dull," said Symon. "Guys look," said Amber pointing to a nearby patch of grass with Aether Foundation members and Police officers trying to calm a group of people who were running around with terrified looks on their faces. "What's going on here?" asked Spike. "Looker!" a woman's voice called out. The group turned towards the voice to find five figures running towards them two of which Twilight, Luna, and Spike recognized. "Anabel!" Looker said as the group came up to join them. "What are you guys doing here?" asked Anabel. "Sun managed to catch one of the two Celesteelas," answered Looker. "But Team Cosmos got the other one," Looker responded. "Rainbow Dash Pinkie Pie is that really you?" asked Twilight. "Yep it's us," said Rainbow Dash confidently. "Mr. Nanu was a nice man," said Pinkie. "Nanu?" asked Larry. "Yeah," Nanu answered. "It's been a while old friend," said Looker. "Whoa you know each other?' asked Pinkie. Suddenly a woman's scream was heard coming from the patch of grass. "Battle now introductions later," said Gladion taking out his Pokeball. As the group got ready to defend themselves, a woman carrying a baby limped out from the patch of grass. Luna gasped to see that she was covered in multiple cuts on her arms, legs, and face. She looked up at the group and began limping toward them. "Help me please!" she pleaded. "Twilight let's go!" said Rainbow. Twilight nodded as she and Rainbow flew out so help the woman. "Easy there we got ya," said Rainbow putting her hooves on the woman. The two quickly but carefully helped the woman get to the group. The two laid the woman down on the grass. She looked at Twilight and cried, "Thank you," Twilight smiling wiped the blood of her face with her hooves. The grass began rustling behind them and the woman began to tremble, "No!" she screamed. She turned towards Twilight again crying, "Please don't let it get my baby," Twilight was confused but understood what the woman wanted. With a determined look she nodded. Just then out of the grass, a small creature jumped out and began to dance around. The creature was only a foot tall and looked paper thin yet it's body seemed to sparkle. There were yellow markings on it's arm and six yellow lines was hanging out of the creature's neck. It had a small head with a star shaped cut out in the center. "No!" the woman sobbed. Twilight wrapped her hooves around her and glared at the creature. "What is that!?" asked Spike. "Rotom!" Amber called out. "Right here!" said Rotom scanning the creature. "Kartana the Drawn Sword Pokemon Grass Steel type, This Ultra Beast came from the Ultra Wormhole. It seems not to attack enemies on it's own, but its sharp body is a dangerous weapon in itself," Just then the Kartana let out a small screech just as three more Kartanas jumped out and joined in with the one "There's three more!?" asked Symon. The Kartana hissed at the group. However just as the middle Kartana laid it's eyes on Twilight it began to jump around like crazy as if it was freaking out. The Kartana ran at Twilight and woman. Twilight shoved the woman to the left with her magic only to realize that the Ultra Beast wasn't aiming for the woman but her. The Kartana jumped and zipped past Twilight at an alarming rate knocking her backwards. The Kartana landed behind the group and hissed. "Twilight are you alright?" asked Luna. "Yeah I-" But just as she spoke a strong pain shot up her cheek. She winced and put her hoof on her cheek. When removing her hoof, her eyes widened to she blood dripping out of the cut the Kartana made. "What?" she asked. Shocked, Twilight didn't even notice the other Kartanas charging towards her. As the Kartanas surrounded her, Twilight focused her mind on her horn. But the Kartanas were too fast as the one on the left lunged knocking her to the left followed by the Kartana on the right, finally being knocked down by the forth. "Twilight!" Amber called out. Luna inspected Twilight only to find multiple cuts covering her body. "It hurts so bad," whimpered Twilight. "Hang in there Twilight," said Luna picking her up with her magic. "Symon," said Amber. "I know," said Symon taking out his Pokeball. "Yanmega!" yelled Symon tossing his Pokeball. "Sylveon!" yelled Amber following his example. Both Larry and Gladion followed by throwing out their Pokeballs. "Golisopod!" yelled Larry tossing his Pokeball. "Silvally!" yelled Gladion. Each of the four Pokemon popped out and got into battle stance waiting for their trainers orders. "Let's do this!" yelled Symon. Then the four Kartanas jumped up in unison and lunged at the trainers and their Pokemon. > Chapter 10: Io and the Cosmic Beasts > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Psst Rei can you see what's going on?" "Afraid not there are too many Team Cosmo Grunts watching the area," answered Rei. "Can you hear what they're saying?" "Sorry Mrs. Cadence but I'm afraid all the machinery is making too much noise," answered Rei. Rei was a member of the Aether Foundation who had been sent to Equestria to investigate the sudden appearances of the Ultra Wormholes not just in Alola but in Equestria as well. He had to find evidence to take back to paradise that would help expose the true intentions of Team Cosmos. In order to keep the residents of Equestria safe, he had volunteered to go alone. But in the end Princess Mi Amore Cadenza, Thorax, Trixie, and Discord had decided to tag along. Now breaking into Cosmic Corporations research facility was hard enough due to the large amount of Team Cosmos Grunts and surprisingly Changelings who were guarding the area and several security cameras watching their every movement, the real problem was be extra cautious so that they don't accidentally trip the alarm. Once inside the group had snuck past several grunts and changelings while endlessly wandering the facility. In the end they found themselves inside one of the labs on the higher levels of the facility secretly watching a group of scientists experiment on two Ultra Beasts held inside two lab tanks filled with blue liquid. "I don't like this how long are we gonna be here?" asked Trixie. "Until I can find something to expose Team Cosmos intentions," answered Rei. "What's the point everyone already knows that Team Cosmos is evil," said Discord. "That's not enough," said Rei. "The Aether Foundation wants me to expose the experiments Team Cosmos is doing on these Ultra Beasts," added Rei. "Mr Rei," Thorax called out. "What is it?" asked Thorax. "Someone is coming," said Thorax with a panicked look. "Shoot everyone hide!" Rei whispered. Rei ran over to a nearby locker and closed the door, Cadence quickly found a box big enough and jumped in, Trixie panicked and hid under the table, Thorax quickly jumped on top of a desk and changed into a test tube, Discord ran and hid behind a book shelf. The five stopped all signs of movement as they heard the door to the lab open. "Man this is so exhausting," said a voice. "Oh shut up," hissed another voice. "Nebula directly told us to find those stupid papers on the damn beasts," "We don't have choice unless you want your ass kicked by Nebula himself," "I know," said the first voice. "But still we've been at this the entire day," Rei quickly but silently took out his recorder and pressed the record button. "Would you shut up already," hissed the second voice. "If we find those stupid reports we'll be over with this as soon as possible," "And then what?" asked the first voice. "Then we can get our break you idiot," growled the second voice. "Now just shut up and find those reports," The first voice groaned as the footsteps began walking around the lab. The sound of file cabinets and rustling of paper could be heard. All the while nobody moved. Just then Cadence could hear one set of footsteps approach the box she was hiding in. She had to put her hooves over her mouth to cover her breathing. The footsteps eventually came to a halt in front of her box. She heard the sound of the box opening. Sweating she held her breath when the first voice distracted the figure. "Seriously aren't the Ultra Beasts strong enough already?" groaned the first voice. "If that's the case then there shouldn't be a point to creating Cosmic Beasts," That was obviously the last straw. Cadence heard the figure stomp their feet on the ground as he started screaming, "OH MY GOD WILL YOU SHUT UP ALREADY!?" "Look I don't want to do this either ok?" "Then why are we still doing this?" whined the first voice. Cadence heard the figure facepalm himself, Because Nebula thinks that Cosmic Beasts are better than the Ultra Beasts," growled the second voice. "That makes no sense!" screamed the first voice. "I KNOW IT DOESN'T!!!!!" the second voice yelled back. "Then we should just quit," groaned the first voice. "OH MY GOD I SWEAR TO GOD THIS IS WHY WE NEVER GET ANYTHING DONE!!!!!!" the second voice screamed. "Well it's not my fault," complained the first voice. The second figure could be heard throwing a piece of glass object at something causing Cadence to flinch. "I swear I don't know why Nebula hasn't given me the right to murder your ass," growled the second voice. "Geez why you gotta be mean Krater?" asked the first voice. "Because you're always complaining and it gets annoying after a while Io," hissed Krater. "But it doesn't mean you have to be mean," sniffled Io. "Oh now what your gonna cry?" asked Krater. "Why wouldn't I?" asked Io. "You were always treating me like this," Io sniffled. "Oh for god sake at least you aren't named after a giant hole in planets," scoffed Krater. "That doesn't change anything," sobbed Io. "Ugh whatever," Krater scoffed. "Oh look there they are," said Krater. Cadence heart seemed to calm down as she heard the footsteps move away. "Look here we found the papers now lets go," said Krater. "What omg are you seriously gonna make me drag you," asked Krater. But instead of answering Io continued to sob. Rei heard Krater groan as the sound of someone being dragged out of the room screeched throughout the lab. Once the group knew the cost was clear everyone came out of hiding. "Well that was certainly harsh," said Discord. "Poor Io," said Thorax. "It certainly is upsetting to hear someone treated like that," said Rei. "But right now we need to get this evidence back to Aether," said Rei holding up his recorder. The four followed Rei as he walked out the lab. And now it was back to sneaking around again. However the group was once again getting lost in the lab. "Damn where the hell are we?" Rei asked himself. "We are so lost," said Trixie trembling. "Don't worry we'll find our way out just keep going and-," But Rei's statement was cut short when he ran into something and was knocked backwards. The four ran to his side, "Rei are you ok?" asked Cadence. "Yeah I'm fine," said Rei. Just then a familiar voice spoke up, "Owie my head," the group froze and looked towards the voice to see a Team Cosmo Grunt on the ground rubbing his head. Rei had to cover Cadence's mouth to keep her from gasping. The grunt got to his feet and looked at the five, "Hey sorry bout-" He froze once he saw who he was talking to. "Hey your from Aether," he said. Rei tried to talk but he couldn't form any words. "Hey Io whats going on?" a voice called out. Io looked at the five and back. Rei pulled out his Pokeball just in case while Cadence, Trixie, Thorax, and Discord hid behind Rei. "Um nothing," Io called out. "I just hit my head against the wall," he answered. The five were surprised to hear Io stand up for them. "Clumsy as always aren't ya?" responded the voice before disappearing deeper into the facility. Io let out a sigh of relief as he turned back towards the five. The group just stared at him in awe. "What?" Io asked. "Um nothing," said Rei. "Actually yes something," said Cadence. "Aren't you a Team Cosmo Grunt?" she asked walking up to Io. "Uh yeah," said Io with a nervous look. "Then why did you stand up for us?" asked Cadence. Io shuffled his feet looking kind of nervous, "I don't know," he answered. "You don't know?" asked Cadence. Io shook his head. Now Cadence was really confused. "Um hey are you guys lost or something?" Io asked. The group nodded. "Um hey listen if I were to take you to the exit and not tell anyone about you can you not tell anyone about me either?" he asked. "What?" asked Thorax. "I mean it's perfect we don't tell anyone about each other and so nobody has to get in trouble," Io added. " I don't know," said Rei. "Please," pleaded Io in a sad voice. Rei scratched his chin thinking. Once Io realized that the answer was probably a no, his smile disappeared. "Actually," said Rei. Io looked up. "How about you come with us?" Rei asked. The four including Io looked at him in shock. "I mean yes nobody really trusts you but it could be helpful," said Rei. "You could tell us everything you know about Team Cosmos and their intentions while in return we give you hospitality," Rei suggested. Io's eyes widened, "I'd love that," "Then it's a deal," said Rei. "Oh by the way I'm Rei," he said. "And these are not EXACTLY my friends more like companions," he said pointing to the four. "Meet Princess Mi Amore Cadenza aka Cadence, Discord, King Thorax, and Trixie Lulamoon," said Rei. The four waved at Io with a nervous look. "I'm Io," said Io. Suddenly a voice called out from behind the five, "Hey stop who are you!?" "Oh shoot," said Rei. "Wait a minute your from Aether!" screamed the voice. "Guys follow me," said Io running down the hall. The five didn't need to be told twice, they ran after Io as the figure called out. "Halt Intruder!" Rei and his companions continue to follow Io through the halls even after the alarm went off. "How much longer?" asked Trixie. "Just up ahead," said Io pointing to an exit sign. Just then two grunts appeared in front of them to block their path. "Rei here," said Io holding out a bunch of keys. "Take them," said Io. Rei quickly snatched the keys as they ran. Io without hesitation tackled the two grunts to the ground while Rei and his companions ran towards the exit. "Io!" Cadence called out. "Don't worry about me just unlock the door!" Io called out. "Got it!" said Rei opening the door. Cadence quickly grabbed Io's sleeve with her mouth and pulled him over to their side. As the grunts started getting up and the horde continued running towards them, Rei quickly slammed the door in their face and back away. "Cadence quick get us outta here!" said Rei. Cadence's horn begin to glow in a light blue aura that surrounded the group and within a flash they were gone. > Chapter 11: Lillie and Zygarde Vs. Nebula > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lillie poked her head out from the corner to check for Team Cosmo Grunts. Sighing in relief she stepped out, the five Zygarde Cores she had found sitting on her shoulders. "Are you sure we're going the right way?" asked one of the cores. "I'm not sure," answered Lillie. "But it's better off than sitting in that crummy cell," "True that, true that," replied the Core. She was about to head down the hallway leading to the testing labs when a voice called out from behind, "Halt prisoner!" Lillie froze on the spot. A grunt came up from behind and asked, "What do you think you're doing out of your cell?" "Um I was just getting a drink of water," Lillie answered quickly. "Uh huh likely story," said the Grunt. "If you were getting a drink, why would you need those Zygarde Cores?" asked the Grunt. "Oh crap," Lillie mumbled. "What was that?" asked the grunt. "Nothing," said Lillie. The grunt grabbed both of her arms and pinned her against the wall, "Now Missy don't think I'll just let you walk around this building with those cores," Lillie winced trying to hide her fear. "Hey buddy let her go!" squeaked a Core. "Aw and what if I don't?" asked the grunt. "Then you'll......then you'll," said the Core panicking. "Ha how pathetic!" laughed the grunt. "Your supposed to be all powerful as your 50% forme and yet here you are powerless to help this brat," The Core winced shrinking back down. "Hey don't talk to him like that," said Lillie. "I'll do anything you want so please don't hurt them," pleaded Lillie. "Anything I want huh," said a voice from behind. The grunt turned around to find Nebula standing behind him. He quickly let go of Lillie and moved out of the way knowing it was the better decision. Lillie held her wrist as Nebula stepped up to her. "Look I don't know how you escaped but I'm not letting you go any sooner," said Nebula. Especially with those weak ass cores you have there," Suddenly one of the cores jumped up and pounded Nebula in the eye causing him to pull away yelping. "How's that for weak jerk!?" said the Core. "You Son of a Arceus!" growled Nebula. Lillie knew that the Core had just angered Nebula. She had to find a way to run. That's when it hit her. While Nebula scratched his eyes Lillie quickly took action. Bringing one of her legs up she hit, Nebula in between the legs as hard as she can causing him to crumble on the floor and screaming in pain. During which Lillie took off leaving behind the grunt to check on his boss. As she ran she could hear Nebula screaming in rage. "Nice move there princess!" called out a Core as she ran. "We have to get out of here!" said Lillie. As Lillie continued to run she heard the alarm go off and the stomping of multiple grunts, or wait were those the sound of hooves and wings? Since when did Team Cosmos have pony Pokemon and bug types? But thats when she turned the corner she noticed strange black ponies. But wait what kind of ponies were they. They had deep blue eyes and holes in they're hooves as well as see-through wings. And were those vampire fangs? Lillie didn't know but she couldn't stand around and think. The sound of the grunts footsteps got closer behind her as she panicked and looked around for a way out. Unfortunately for her there were none. As the black ponies and grunts closed in on her, the cores jumped off her shoulders and hopped over to her left and front. "Alright lads let's do this!" called out one of the cores. The cores nodded in unison. The one in the middle turned towards Lillie, "You still have that Zygarde Cube right?" he asked. "I think so," said Lillie searching through her bag. Lillie let out a sigh of relief as she pulled out a small black and green cube. "What do I do with it?" asked Lillie. "Open the hatch at the top and we'll do the rest," said the Core. Lillie quickly did as she was told and popped open the latch revealing many green creatures inside. "Alright lads you know the drill so let's get to it!" said the Core. The others nodded as they began to glow in a bright green aura. The grunts and black ponies stopped as the green light began shining in the area. Soon many Zygarde Cells jumped out of the cube and began fusing with the five Cores. Where the five Cores once stood was now a big green blob that grew to take the form of canine. When the light dissipated, a black canine with a green muzzle and two glowing white eyes stood in front of Lillie. "Oh my goodness!" said Lillie. The newly formed Zygarde let out a howl as it three blue flames appeared in front of Zygarde and flew towards the black ponies causing an explosion knocking them down. The Zygarde turned towards Lillie and nodded it's head towards the direction he was facing. Lillie nodded and jumped over the pile of black ponies and began running towards the exit with Zygarde at her side. "Stop her fools!" screamed Nebula. Zygarde nor Lillie bothered looking back as she ran towards the exit. She quickly threw the doors open and jumped out to find herself in the standing in middle of a village. Many ponies were walking around which was already strange in itself but the fact that some of ponies were shiny and glittering like crystals was even weirder. Her entrance was soon greeted by many staring eyes. She looked around to find someone who could help her. Thats when she saw an Aether Foundation member walking around with two other ponies and strange tall and thin creature and a colorful flashy pony with orange antlers. She looked at Zygarde and nodded as she ran over to the group. "Man it sure feels nice to be away from that place," said Trixie. "Relax we were only in there for a few minutes," said Discord rolling his eyes. "Thanks for letting me tag along," said Io. "No problem," said Rei. Suddenly he stopped when he heard the familiar voice of Lillie, "Excuse you me sir!" He turned around to see Lillie running towards them with Zygarde, "Lillie is that you?" asked Rei. Lillie stopped to catch her breath as Rei ran up to her. "It IS you!" said Rei. "Wha- Rei is that you?" asked Lillie. "Yeah it's me," answered Rei. "Thank goodness your mother was really worried about you," he said. "I know I'm sorry," said Lillie breathing hard. "Um Rei is this the girl you were talking about?" Cadence asked as she walked up next to him. "Yeah this is Lillie," answered Rei. "Hey Lillie I should probably introduce you to my companions," said Rei. "I'm sorry Rei but not now," said Lillie. "What do you mean not now?" asked Rei. "Ok fine but make it quick," said Lillie. Rei smiled as he turned around, "Lillie I want you to meet Princess Mi Amore Cadenza," "But you can call me Cadence," said Cadence laughing. "Ok," said Lillie. "Anyways this is Discord, Trixie Lulamoon, and Thorax," said Rei pointing to the three in the order he introduced them in. Lillie's eyes widened before letting out a scream, "Is that a Cosmo Grunt you have with you?!" Rei turned around to see Io standing behind him, "Oh right yeah Lillie this is Io," "Don't worry he's a reformed grunt," said Rei. "Hi," said Io waving his hand. "Um hi," said Lillie a little worried. "Anyway Lillie where have you been?" asked Rei. "Well it's a long story but.." "Oh my Celestia is that a dog!?" asked Cadence looking at Zygarde. "Oh yeah um I guess you can say that," answered Lillie. "Lillie isn't that?" asked Rei. "Yeah," answered Lillie. "I found the five cores hidden in Team Cosmos research facility," "Wait what?" asked Trixie. Suddenly a voice came up from behind scaring the group, "THERE SHE IS!!!!" Lillie turned around to see the Cosmo Grunts and black ponies running towards her, "Oh Crap," The grunts slowed down as they approached Lillie, "We finally caught you," said one of the grunts. "Oh sweet mother of Celestia," said Trixie. One of the grunts noticed Rei and screamed, "Wait your an Aether Foundation Employee!!!!" "Uh oh more changelings," said Thorax. "More what?" asked Lillie. "So this is where you ran off to," Zygarde growled as the group turned to see Nebula walking out of the crowd. "Seriously I need you to stop causing so much trouble," "YOUR the one's that causing trouble!!!" screamed Io. Nebula looked over and scoffed, "Ah the traitor shows himself," Io realizing what he just did quickly hid behind Cadence. "And what do we have here?" "More of those pitiful ponies, that stupid traitor, the spoiled princess, and the the nuscience," Zygarde growled at Nebula baring his teeth. "But you know now that we've caught I expect you to return those Zygarde Cores," Nebula smirked. "Or are you just gonna repeat the same thing like with Cosmog many years ago?" Lillie winced as the memories began flooding back. "Whatever just get me the Zygarde," grunted Nebula. One of the grunts stepped forward to grab the canine when it jumped on him and attempted to bite him scaring the grunt back into his original position. "Geez why can't I get any good grunts these days," spat Nebula. He pulled out a Pokeball from his robe and threw it, "Go Tyranitar get me that Zygarde," His Pokemon emerged from the ball and let out an angry roar. Zygarde turned back and barked. Lillie looked at Zygarde confused. She soon realized what he wanted her to do. Lillie feeling nervous agreed. If nobody else was gonna do it then she had to. "Alright Zygarde let's go," said Lillie with a determined look. Zygarde growled getting ready to attack. Nebula smirked, "How stupid," He pointed a finger towards Lillie and Zygarde, "Tyranitar Hyper Beam!!" "Zygarde Thousand Wave!" Lillie ordered. Both Pokemon looked at each other dead square in the eyes. A small crowd began to form to see what was happening. Cadence, Trixie, Discord, Thorax, Rei, and Io stepped back seeing what was coming. After what seemed to be a whole minute, both Pokemon let loose their attacks. > Chapter 12: Preparations > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- As Starlight and Fluttershy continued backup for Rei, Sun Gladion, Anabel, and Looker, they also continued tracking down the Ultra Beasts as well as the search for Lillie. According to the messages they received from the many Aether Foundation Employees and members from the International Police, three of seven Ultra Beasts were "safely contained" by either Sun or Larry Dawes. Meanwhile they had already lost Nihilego, one of the Celesteelas, and one of the four Kartanas to Team Cosmos. Fluttershy patiently watched the radar on the monitor screen for any signs of UBs as Starlight continued looking through the different reports on the UBs as well as doing some research. All the while Lusamine, and Wicke were both caring for Solgaleo and Lunala who were downstairs in the testing labs. Fluttershy's ears perked up when she received two messages, one from Gladion and the other from Rei. "Oh look a message from Rei and Gladion," said Fluttershy. Starlight quickly put down the papers and got out of her seat, "I'll go get Lusamine and Wicke," Fluttershy nodded as Starlight left the room, turning back she hit the answer call tab on both messages pulling up two rectangular screens revealing Gladion's face and Rei's face. However something was wrong. Fluttershy's eyes widened to see Gladion covered in bandages and Rei covered with multiple cuts and wounds. "Oh my Celestia what on earth happened to you guys!?" she squealed. "We'll explain later," they both answered in unison. "Right now where are Lusamine and Wicke?" asked Gladion. "Right here!" Starlight called out walking in with Lusamine and Wicke by her side. "Gladion what on earth!?" screamed Lusamine. "And Rei Holy Arceus!" "We told Fluttershy we'd explain later," answered Gladion. "Right now we need to talk," "I also have a major update for you madam," said Rei. "But I need everyone to hear what I'm about to say," "Alright," said Starlight. The two allowed themselves to recollect as they prepared to speak. Once everyone was gathered Rei spoke up," Gladion can you guys here me?" "Loud and clear Rei," Gladion answered. "What about you?" "Ok here," answered Rei. "Alright let's hear what you have to say," said Lusamine. "Starting with Gladion," Gladion nodded as he held up a beast ball, "We managed to catch the three Kartanas but Team Cosmos came in and took the fourth before we could even react," "Although Twilight was attacked during the containment," "What!?" screamed Fluttershy. "Is she ok?" "Yeah just some cuts not too deep though," answered Gladion. "She'll live,"Fluttershy let out a sigh of relief before Gladion added, "Although it seems obvious that the UBs seemed to get extremely aggressive when the see one of the ponies," "Do you know why?" Starlight, Fluttershy, Lusamine, and Wicke all shook their heads. "I see well we're still trying to figure things out but that's all from us," said Gladion. "Very well Gladion," said Lusamine. She turned towards Rei next, "So whats going on?" she asked. "Um yes well you see before I begin is everyone ACTUALLY there?" asked Rei. "This is VERY important information that I want you ALL to hear," Gladion checked behind him and nodded. The same with the four at Aether. "Alright," said Rei. "First things first Lusamine we found Lillie," answered Rei. Her eyes lit up upon hearing that, "Really!?" Rei nodded and looked off camera, "Hey Lillie your mother wants to see you!" Lillie came on screen and waved with a smile. "Lillie oh thank goodness you're ok!" screamed Lusamine. "Yeah I am mom thanks to Rei and his friends," answered Lillie. "Friends?" asked Gladion. "Oh right anyways moving on," Rei quickly moved the screen towards Io who waved shyly making everyone gasp. "Is that a Team Cosmos Grunt!?" asked Luna. "Yes he is but please hear me out," answered Rei. "Everyone quieted down to hear what Rei had to say. "This is Io," "He is a member of Team Cosmos but a little different from the other grunts," "What do you mean?" asked Rainbow Dash from the camera. "Unlike the other grunts Io doesn't believe what Team Cosmos is doing is right," answered Rei. "However in many desperate attempts to leave the organization he has come to realize that Nebula isn't letting anyone quit unless quote on quote HE gives them the right," said Rei. This made everyone gasp, "You mean Nebula has been FORCING the Cosmo grunts to stay whether they like it or not!?" asked Starlight. "Rei nodded, "But it's not all bad news," "Although we managed to find Lillie we also on some weird coincidental accident managed to find the legendary Zygarde," "Wait what!?" asked Sun. "Sorry Sun I kinda took your Zygarde Cube with me," said Lillie blushing. "LILLIE!!!!" screamed Sun. "But no worries Sun it turns out that while you may have had ALL the cells Team Cosmos was hiding ALL the Cores in one of their labs that Lillie had somehow managed to find," answered Rei. "Incredible said Wicke. "Yes and also I ran into some of your friends," said Rei looking at Starlight. "Really!?" asked Starlight. Rei nodded, "I'm currently in Celestia's Castle with Cadence, Discord, Trixie, Thorax, Celestia, and Lillie," Trixie, Discord, and Thorax all waved at the groups, "Luna your sister misses you so much," said Cadence. Luna's ears drooped as tears began to form in her eyes, "Tia," she sniffled. "Oh don't cry princess," said Fluttershy. "I'll admit I highly regret the action Team Cosmos has taken to separate you from your loved ones," said Io. All the ponies stared at Io in shock, "TEAM COSMOS!!!???" "That's right," answered Rei. "It turns out that Team Cosmos was responsible for those wormholes," "Specifically Nebula himself," Rainbow Dash glared and growled, "I WON'T FORGIVE THAT JERK!!!!!" "And that's why in attempts to achieve redemption I will aid you in this mission," said Io. "But back to the topic," said Cadence. "Right," said Gladion. Io cleared his throat, "Ah well anyways Team Cosmos have multiple research facilities here Equestria," said Io. "It's the same facilities that were relocated to Equestria after the wormhole incident," answered Io. "As for the Ultra Beasts," said Rei. "It turns out that Nebula was doing some experiments on them," "Experiments?" asked Twilight. "Yes," answered Io. "Nebula said that he was doing experiments on the Ultra Beasts that Team Cosmos has obtained," "He is planning to use the technologies developed at the same research facility, specifically called Cosmic Corporations, to upgrade and power up the Beasts to transform them into much more dangerous monsters," "Upgrades?" asked Anabel. Io nodded, "He said that these new beasts were called Cosmic Beasts," "Cosmic Beasts?" asked Symon. "Thats right," answered Io. "But then I heard him talking about it," "It's very important and it may surprise you so want to be sure you're ready to take in the information I'm about to share with you," "We're ready," answered Luna. "Alright," Io closed his eyes and let out a sigh of grief before continuing, "Nebula was planning to use the powers of Solgaleo and Lunala to send the newly developed Cosmic Beasts through the Ultra Wormholes to invade and attack not just Alola but Equestria as well," Everyone's eyes widened in horror as Io explained to the group about Nebula's ambitions, "No," whimpered Fluttershy. "I wish it was a lie but I'm afraid Nebula was very serious about this," said Io. The thoughts immediately began to fly through everyone's heads, "Sunburst," whimpered Starlight. "Tia," mumbled Luna. "I'm so sorry everyone," said Io. Twilight clenched her teeth, "Nebula," she growled. "But I do believe there is a solution to all this," Io said quickly. Everyone looked up with tears in their eyes. "There are two Pokemon that go by the name of Necrozma and Zygarde," said Io. "Necrozma?" mumbled Amber. "I believe Necrozma and Zygarde have the power strong enough to stand up to this new threat," said Io. "As you already know Lillie found Zygarde," said Rei. "She is currently trying to convince Zygarde to help us," "Wait but what makes you think that Zygarde and this Necrozma can stand up to the cosmic beasts?" asks Starlight. "Well the Cosmic Beasts are still Ultra Beasts but with a slight stat change," answered Io. "The types itself won't change however," said Io. "According to Io Necrozma is pure Psychic type while Zygarde is Dragon Ground type," said Rei. He turned towards Wicke and asked, "Wicke hope you wouldn't mind looking up the Ultra Beast types would you?" Wicke nodded as she pulled out her Pokedex and started tapping on the screen, "Ok so Nihilego is Rock Poison Type, both Buzzwole and Pheromosa are Bug Fighting type, Xurkitree is Electric type, Kartana is Grass Steel type while Celesteela is Steel Flying type, and Guzzlord is Dark Dragon type," said Wicke reading off her Pokedex. "There," said Io. "Necrozma is Psychic type so it can easily stand up to poison type Nihilego," "And while both Buzzwole and Pheromosa is both bug type, Necrozma's Psychic is strong enough to overcome it and strike both of them at it's fighting type," "Psychic is super effective against fighting types!" Amber called out. "Exactly," said Rei. "As for Xurkitree, it's electric type won't stand a chance against Zygarde's ground type advantage," said Rei. "Both Kartana and Celesteela's Steel type won't last Zygarde's ground type advantage," said Io. "Wait but if Celesteela is Steel Flying won't it be immune to ground type attacks?" asked Gladion. "Yes but you see Zygarde has a ground type move called Thousand Arrows that hits Pokemon that are in air and knocks them down to the ground," Symon snapped his fingers and pointed at the camera, "Thus Celesteela being a Steel Flying type won't stand a chance against Zygarde's Thousand Arrows," "Bingo!" said Io. "And finally Guzzlord begin a Dragon type won't be able to defend itself form Zygarde's Dragon type move called Core Enforcer," added Io. "This is perfect all the Cosmic Beasts are technically weak to both Zygarde and Necrozma," said Starlight. "Yes," said Io. "But we found Zygarde we just need to find Necrozma," said Io. Then it hit Luna, "We read about Necrozma in a book didn't we Larry?" "Oh yeah we did," said Larry. "if I remember correctly the book stated that Necrozma was hiding in Ten Carat Hill," said Larry. "That's near my lab!" said Kukui. "Perfect it appears we have everything we need," said Cadence. "Yes but the problem is whether both Necrozma and Zygarde agrees to help us," said Io. "Zygarde said yes," said Lillie as she walked into the room. "Well there's one," said Pinkie. "Yep now we need Necrozma," said Rei. "Very well," said Lusamine. "Wicke I need a search group to head over to Ten Carat Hill and find Necrozma," Wicke bowed, "Understood madam," "Alright then we've already had things planned out," said Rei. "First things first find Necrozma and convince him to help us," "While that's going on there is a chance Team Cosmos may come for Solgaleo and Lunala," "Right we'll protect them," said Starlight. Rei nodded, "Then we'll need to make sure the Cosmic Beasts don't end up in Equestria," "If they do then Equestria's first priority," said Rei. "We'll do everything we can here in Alola," said Looker. "While we focus on warning Equestria about the beasts," said Cadence. "Perfect it appears we all know what to do," said Io. "Now we just need to split into groups," "If there is a chance that Nebula finds out about what we're planning then we need to be prepared," "I'll contact the island Kahunas and Trial Captains," said Larry. "We'll contact HQ," said Anabel. "I'll do my best to try and hold off Team Cosmos as possible," said Io. "We'll notify the entire foundation," said Lusamine. "We'll do our best to build up as much defense as possible," said Cadence. "Well then we have some of the roles planned out," said Rei. "The rest of us focus on preparing for the invasion and the search for Necrozma," "Until we have received anymore news and or important info we'll let you all know," "Until then let's all do our best for the peace of Alola and Equestria," Everyone raised their arms up and let out a cheer of triumph, "YEAH!!!" > Chapter 13: Awakened > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "How are things going?" asked Nebula. "Fine sir soon the Cosmic Beasts are ready to be awakened," said a Grunt. "Even the new additions?" asked Nebula. "Yes," answered the Grunt. "The recently added Buzzwole, Pheromosa, Xurkitree, and Guzzlord are almost ready," "They are about 95% percent done," "Good," said Nebula smirking. "Just a little more keep going," he ordered. The Grunt nodded and turned back to the scientists. Nebula walked up to the four tanks containing an Ultra Beast in all of them. Two of the tanks held a giant red mosquito type beast with bulging red muscles and a long snout. The second held a white skinnier beast with big wings representing hair. The beast almost looked somewhat similar to those of a cockroach. The third tank held another skinny beast but with a black body, arms and tail. The small orange hand and small stubs on it's tail and feet almost made it look like plugs sticking out. The head had no facial features but was just a giant blob with spikes protruding form every side. The forth and final tank held a lot bigger beast almost the same size as Celesteela if not a bit smaller. The beast was big and black with yellow markings on it's giant mouth. Two tongues with mouths hung out of it's mouth. Inside the beast's mouth were small spikes representing teeth and a smaller mouth deep inside the first mouth. It had small stubby arms coming out of the top of the beast's mouth and small legs at the bottom. Two pairs of eyes sat on top of each other while two horns sat on top of the first pair. "Don't worry y'all," said Nebula. "Very soon you'll be able to wreak havoc as much as you wish," He looked at each of the seven tanks which contained an Ultra Beast for each. He had done it. All the Ultra Beast were his. "Sir the transformation is complete," said a Grunt poking his head in the room. Nebula smirked, "Heh well done I'll be right there," "Go get everyone ready," The grunt nodded as he went to notify the rest of the organization for preparations He turned towards the tanks and smirked, "Yes it's almost complete, "Soon we will be unstoppable," Nebula turned around and walked out the door ready to awaken his newest creations. Nebula put on his yellow lab suit and hooked his gas mask onto the suit. Everyone member of Team Cosmos, Changelings, and scientists did the same as they prepared to open the tanks. Nova walked up beside him and said, "So the time has finally come," Nebula nodded, "Very soon not even the Guardian Deities will be able to stop me," "Are you excited?" asked Nova. "Your dream is finally coming true," Nebula nodded, "It's been years since I was kicked out from the Pokemon League, "But now they will soon realize that they made a terrible mistake," "Ready sir!" a scientist called out. "Everyone masks on!" Nova called out. Everyone did as they were told and slipped on their masks. "Open the tanks!" Nebula ordered. A scientist hit a big red button. The tanks spewed out smoke as the doors swung open and the blue liquid flowed out and down the drain on the floor. As the smoke each of the Ultra Beast that were once asleep had jumped out and was looking around it's new environment. However each of the Beasts had a blue tint the same color from the liquid that kept them afloat in the tanks. Nebula's eyes widened as he gazed upon his creations, "Yes, YES!!!!" "I've finally done it!!" "The Cosmic Beasts are awake!!!!" "We've done it sir the experiment was a success!" cried out a scientist. The entire room filled with the excited cheers of every grunt, changeling, and scientist as they celebrated he success of their experiment. Nova looked over to Nebula smiling, "So now it begins?" Nebula nodded and looked towards the Cosmic Beasts, "Yes," "Now with my newest creations Alola and Equestria shall know true fear!!!!!" His sinister laughter echoed throughout the entire room as the beasts looked up to their new master and cheered. > Chapter 14: Necrozma > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- As Symon, Amber, Fluttershy, and Starlight walked out of the cave leading out into Ten Carat Hill a sudden shiver ran up their spines. "Ugh I know Necrozma is the key to victory but now I'm starting to regret coming," said Symon. "Relax Symon," said Starlight. "I'm sure it's not THAT bad," "I hope so," whimpered Fluttershy. Ever since the two groups reunited back at Aether Paradise, everyone had been acting very on edge. But now Symon and his three friends were on Ten Carat Hill there was no going back. "Alright here right?" asked Starlight. Amber nodded, "The book said Ten Carat Hill," "Well then let's not waste time and look," said Starlight. "We should split up maybe we'll find him faster," "I don't think that's a good idea," whimpered Fluttershy. But it was already too late. The three had run off in different directions to look for the legendary. "Oh why me?" asked Fluttershy walking off in another direction. "Hapu what are we waiting for exactly?" asked Rarity. "Gladion," Hapu answered. "He said he'll pick us up here in seafolk," "Apparently he wanted to discuss something with me," "Well I guess it's fine," said Applejack. "I mean if he's tellin the truth then our friends should be at Aether right?" Hapu nodded as she, Rarity, Applejack, and Mudsdale waited for Gladion. "So what exactly are we supposed to do?" asked Rarity. "That's what we'll be hearing at Aether," said Hapu. Mudsdale let out a loud neigh as it pointed towards the ocean. "What is it girl?" asked Hapu. "Hapu look," said Applejack pointing towards the distance. Hapu raised her hand over her eyes to block out the sun. Squinting she noticed a white boat heading towards them. Gladion standing on the bow. "Hello Necrozma you there!?" Amber called out. Starlight shoved some tall grass away as she looked around only to find nothing, "Drat," she snapped. "Nu-uh," said Symon. The three regrouped disappointed "Did you find him?" asked Amber. "No," answered Symon and Starlight in unison. "Man I thought we could find him," said Amber. "Well let's not give up," said Starlight. "Right," replied Symon. "Hey where's Fluttershy?" asked Amber. Suddenly Fluttershy's scream echoed throughout the fields. "Fluttershy!?" called out Starlight. Suddenly Fluttershy jumped out of the tall grass and ran over to her friends trembling in fear. "Fluttershy whats wrong are you ok?" asked Amber. Suddenly the grass behind them began to rustle pulling the three's attention. "Who goes there!?" Symon called out pulling out his Pokeball. Just as Symon called out, a giant black creature lept out and hovered down in front of the four. The creature was black and yet it seemed to be refracting light. It had a big head with three spikes poking out at the top. It had short skinny arms but big hands with three fingers on each hand. Two stubby short legs grew out at the bottom and it's entire body seemed to be made almost entirely out of metal. Multiple small colorful markings acting as it's facial features. The creature hovered over to the group causing Fluttershy to fall onto the ground her hooves covering her face. "NO DON'T HURT ME PLEASE!!!" Fluttershy yelped. The creature however ignoring her plead reached out with one of it's arms. Starlight quickly jumped in front of her pointing her horn towards the creature, "STAY BACK!!!" she growled. The creature pulled it's arm back as it backed up. Amber's eyes widened as she stepped in between Starlight and the creature, "Wait Starlight don't attack it!" Starlight quite surprised did as Amber asked. Amber turned around to face the creature, "Sorry about that she was only protecting her friend," The creature did not respond but just stared at her. "I'm Amber," "And that's my boyfriend Symon and my two friends Starlight Glimmer and Fluttershy," said Amber. Again no response came from the creature. "Amber what are you doing?" asked Symon. "You," said Amber stepping closer to the creature. "Your him aren't you?" she asked. Once again no response. Amber closed her eyes before answering, "I thought so," "I'm glad we got meet......" "Necrozma," Her words were strong enough not to shock just Symon, Starlight, and even the terrified Fluttershy, but also causing Necrozma to back up. "Listen Necrozma I know we just met but we have a favor to ask," Necrozma inched closer. "We have a certain organization who's trying to revive the Ultra Beasts," They're not only trying to attack Alola but these ponies's home as well," "We want to help them as much as we can but we need your strength to do it," "Please we need your help," Necrozma said nothing but backed up. Fluttershy shaking herself from the shock walked over to Amber, "Um Amber can I try?" Amber reluctantly nodded letting Fluttershy meet with the legendary. "Hello Mr. Necrozma I'm Fluttershy as you heard from Amber we are in danger," Necrozma still said nothing. "Please I know you understand us please help us," begged Fluttershy. Necrozma seemed to stare deeply into Fluttershy's eyes. "Please?" she asked. There was a slight moment of silence before Necrozma looked up at the sky, let out a metallic screech and launched himself up and flew off in a different direction from Aether. Fluttershy's ears drooped as she saw Necrozma flying off in a different direction. "I guess we weren't worthy of his aid," said Symon disappointed. "I guess," said Amber. "Let's head back," she said. The group slowly slumped their way out of Ten Carat Hill and prepared to head back to Aether. As Symon, Amber, Starlight, and Fluttershy landed on Aether, they made their way back to where everyone was. The entire elevator ride was silent and so was the trip to secret lab B. Upon arriving they noticed that the other groups had returned along with three new guests. "Applejack, Rarity!" said Starlight running up to give the two a big hug. "How are you guys?" asked Fluttershy running up to them. "Great thanks to Hapu," answered Applejack. "Hapu?" asked Starlight. Applejack and Rarity let Hapu pass as she walked up to them, "Hello I don't believe we've met," "No we haven't," said Starlight. "Well in that case I'm Hapu the island Kahuna of Poni island," said Hapu. "Kahuna of Poni Island?" asked Amber. "That's right," said Hapu. "I was called here by Rei to discuss some matters on the Ultra Beasts," "Oh yeah didn't Rei say that this was part of the plan?" asked Symon. "Indeed he did," answered Looker. "They've already explained the situation to us," said Hapu. "It appears that Team Cosmos can't help but take reckless actions," "Yeah," answered Amber. "So did y'all find this Necrozma?" asked Applejack. "Oh right," said Symon. The four looked at each other worried. "About that," said Symon. But before Symon could explain the situation, the door opened and an Aether Employee ran in panicked, "Madam Lusamine please come quick," "What is it?" asked Lusamine. "Some of our members were looking out for any Team Cosmo grunts heading towards Aether and found something heading towards this way," he said. Lusamine nodded, "Very well let us head up there at once," The employee nodded and ran out of the room. Lusamine turned towards the group and said, "Me and Wicke will meet you all at the entrance," The group waved as the she and Wicke left the room. "We should hurry as well," said Larry. Everyone nodded in agreement as they followed Symon, Amber, Starlight, and Fluttershy out the door. At the entrance, Symon found multiple Aether Employees running around while Lusamine and Wicke talked with two members. Lusamine turned towards the group and waved, "Glad you could make it," The group ran up to her. "We're preparing to set up defense in case of any Team Cosmo attacks," Suddenly one of the Aether Employees called out, "THERE IT IS!!!" The group turned to face the direction the Employee was pointing at. It was hard to tell but it was obvious that a mysterious object was flying towards them. "Prepare defense!" Lusamine ordered. The Aether Employees drew their Pokeballs to prepare for oncoming attack. As the object drew closer and closer to paradise, the group began to look worried as a big black object flew into sight. However Symon, Amber, Starlight, and Fluttershy knew what it was. The object flew over Aether and stopped short before it hovered down in front of the four who walked up to it. As the group was shocked to see the four walk up to the object, the four just smiled happy to see Necrozma had just appeared before them. "You came," said Amber. "Thank you," she said. The creature just stared at Amber. "What is that!?" asked Rainbow Dash. "Rotom if you don't mind?" asked Amber. "Rotom flew out of her bag and nodded, "My pleasure," Rotom quickly scanned the creature before freaking out. "What is Rotom?" asked Luna. Rotom flew up the group looking shocked, "Guys you won't believe this," "What!?" squealed Pinkie. Rotom pulled up a screenshot of the creature before reading off it's entry, Necrozma The Prism Pokemon Psychic Type, Reminiscent of the Ultra Beasts, this life form, apparently asleep underground, is thought to have come from another world in ancient times," The group all looked up at Necrozma in shock, "THAT'S NECROZMA!!??" asked Twilight. Necrozma gave no response as it stared at Symon, Amber, Starlight, and Fluttershy. "Necrozma you came back thank you," said Amber. Suddenly Necrozma hovered forward holding out both of it's hands in front of Symon and Amber. Confused Amber asked, "What is it Necrozma?" Necrozma thrusted his hands forward towards Symon and Amber. Symon realizing what he wanted held out his empty left hand. Amber looking over saw Symon nod. Amber did the same and held out her empty left hand. Necrozma's hands opened over the two's hands as he dropped something into their palms. Looking to see what Necrozma had given them both of them pulled their hands back to see a sparkling Z-Crystal placed in their hands. "Is this?" asked Symon. "What is it?" asked Sun. Both of them turned around and held out a shining pink Z-Crystal with an eye engraved in the middle. Lillie's eyes widened, "That's," "The Psychic type Z-Crystal Psychium Z!" said Gladion. Both Amber and Symon looked back at Necrozma as it moved it's head up and down as if it was nodding. "Necrozma Thank You," said Amber and Symon in unison. > Chapter 15: Faller > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Necrozma watched intently as Symon and Amber inserted their new Z-Crystals in their Z-Ring with excited looks on their faces. "How does it look?" asked Amber turning around showing Necrozma her Z-Ring with the crystal in it. Suddenly a metallic voice spoke up from somewhere in Aether Paradise, "It looks good on you," The group surprised began looking around themselves to find the origin of the voice. "Who said that?!" asked Gladion. "Please Gladion calm yourself," answered the voice. "Wait is that coming from our heads?" asked Starlight. "Indeed," answered the voice. Symon suddenly realizing what was going looked up at Necrozma, "Is that you?" he asked. "You catch on quick my friend," the voice responded. Necrozma nodded. "It is I Necrozma," "Whoa how are you doing that?" asked Pinkie. "It's called Telepathy my friend," answered Necrozma. "Telepathy?" asked Lillie. "I am a Psychic type after all," said Necrozma. "You have summoned me for my aid did you not?" asked Necrozma. Twilight's eyes widened, "You mean you'll actually?" "Of course I would not choose any to give my aid," "But for two trainers just doing their Island Challenge who are willingly giving themselves in to the dangers caused by Team Cosmos just to help some individuals they barely know," "Well I can't find anymore reasons to refuse your request," Necrozma answered. Starlight's eyes began to tear up as she ran up and hugged Necrozma, "Thank you oh thank you Necrozma," "It is my pleasure young Starlight," said Necrozma gently stroking her mane. "Great now we have everything we need," said Rei. "Now we just need to-" But his statement was cut short when a tremor began shaking Aether Paradise. "What's going on!" screamed Rainbow Dash. Just as the tremors ended two large roars erupted from inside paradise followed by an Aether Employee running up to them. "MRS. LUSAMINE THIS IS TERRIBLE!!!!!!" Lusamine turned towards the Employee, "What is it what happened?" she asked. The employee stopped to catch his breath, "Team Cosmos they got Solgaleo and Lunala!!" "WHAT!??" screamed Lillie. "No time to explain please hurry or they'll enter the wormhole!" said the employee turning around. Suddenly a rush of electricity shot down in front of the employee knocking him back. "What was that!?" yelped Luna. Just as Luna asked that question a creature with a long slender body with small wire like features for hands and small stubs on its feet and tail similar to plugs jumped out of the sky. "Xurkitree!" shouted Looker. "Xurkitree?" asked Rarity. "One of the seven Ultra Beasts," answered Sun. "But he looks different," "What do y'all mean?' asked Applejack. "Last time I checked it wasn't blue it was black with a white head!" answered Sun. "Exactly," replied a voice. The group turned to find Nova and two grunts walking up to them smirking, "Alola!" he said waving. "Nova," growled Luna. "What are you doing here?" "Aw come on princess don't you like Nebula's newest creation?" asked Nova. "Newest creation?" whimpered Fluttershy. "What you mean Io hasn't told you about the Cosmic Beasts?" asked one of the grunts. "Cosmic Beasts?" asked Gladion. "Wait you mean to tell us that this thing is a Cosmic Beast?!" "Precisely," laughed Nova. "It looks disgusting," said Rarity. Just as Rarity said that Xurkitree started shaking it's arms and tail wildly as if it was going crazy. "Uh what's happening?" asked Rarity. But before anyone could answer Xurkitree lunged at Rarity and wrapped it's wire like arms around her. "Oh my Celestia!" screamed Rarity. "Rarity!" Spike called out. "Eww get it off, get it off!" screamed Rarity. Just as Spike was about to lunge at the beast, Necrozma slashed Xurkitree with his arm forcing the beast to drop Rarity. Yelping Rarity scrambled to her friends. Meanwhile Necrozma punched the beast knocking it back towards Nova. "Hmm impressive," said Nova. Xurkitree started getting up and caught Starlight in it's sight once again freaking out. It reached out grabbed Starlight by the tail and picked her up, "AHH NO PUT ME DOWN!!!" screamed Starlight. "Xurkitree down we're leaving!" ordered Nova. Xurkitree let out a electrical screech as if it was hesitating but did as it was told and walked back to Nova's side. "Well looks our job is done," he said smirking. "Thanks for the legendaries," said Nova returning Xurkitree back into it's beast ball and taking out a normal Pokeball. He threw the Pokeball releasing a black crow with white feathers puffing out it's chest. The crow had black feathers on it's head in the shape of a hat and red feathers at the end of it's tail. "Honchkrow let's go," he said jumping on the Pokemon. the Pokemon let out a loud caw before taking off with the two grunts clutched it's talons. "Wait get back here!" yelled Lusamine. But Nova and his honchkrow were already out of sight. "Wicke get everyone back inside and go check the labs," ordered Lusamine. Wicke nodded as the group headed in. The group waited in the conservation area while Wicke checked on the legendary Pokemon. Returning she was mortified, "Madam Nova wasn't lying the legendary Pokemon are gone!" "Dammit!" screamed Gladion slamming his fists on the ground. "Master Gladion calm yourself," said Necrozma. "How we just lost both legendary Pokemon," said Gladion. "I understand your frustrated," said Necrozma. "But we must take this situation in a calm manner," Gladion scoffed but the gentle pat of Fluttershy's hooves seemed to calm him down, "Thanks," he said. "Happy to help," squeaked Fluttershy. "So now what?" asked Spike. "I'll tell you what!" said Rarity. "Beat that beast for grabbing me like that," said Rarity disgusted. Everyone just stared at Rarity as if she was stupid. "What you saw that thing freak out as soon as it saw me," said Rarity. "Yeah we know sugarcube," said Applejack. "But why?" asked Twilight. "The same thing happened with Kartana back in Malie Garden," "Maybe it hates ponies?" suggested Fluttershy. "Unlikely," answered Sun. Everyone turned to look at him. "Looker this is another one of those incidents isn't it?" asked Sun. Looker nodded. "Wait what incident?' asked Pinkie. "Well first things first we can all conclude that the ponies plus Spike appeared from the Ultra Wormhole right?" asked Sun. Everyone nodded their heads. "Just as I thought," said Sun. "What?" asked Luna. "Well you see something similar happened in the past," said Looker. "It was way before Ultra Beasts were even a thing," "I came to Alola as a three person team to eradicate a UB," "Our team succeeded in tracking down the UB and then we tried to put an end to it," "But somebody screwed up," interrupted a voice. The group turned around to see a familiar man with grey hair wearing a black jacket, pants and sandals. "Mr. Nanu!" squealed Pinkie Pie. "Yes hello there," he said. "You knew it was a mistake Looker," he said looking at him. Looker looked down ashamed, "I can't deny the fact that I made an error," Suddenly the group looked over to Anabel to see her crying, "I'm sorry," she said. "Wait what's going here?" asked Rainbow Dash. "This fool here felt sorry for the beast," answered Nanu. "Even if it was only for a moment it was enough for her to be done in by the beast," The group realized what was going. They looked over to Anabel who had her face covered with her hands, "I'm sorry it's all my fault," "Oh don't cry Mrs. Anabel it was just a mistake," said Fluttershy patting her back. "You knew it didn't you Anabel," asked Sun. Anabel wiped her tears before answering, "No I'm afraid not at least not that time," "She was just bait for the UB," said Looker. The entire group gasped in shock to the words that came out of his mouth. "And the International Police knew it," "The UBs relentlessly seek out those that have passed through an Ultra Wormhole," "The passage must've changed them somehow as if they've bathed in some sort of energy," "Beast Boost," said Wicke. Everyone looked at her. "That's the same exact energy surrounding the so called Totem Pokemon trainers faced during their Island Challenge," Symon and Amber both looked at each other with concerned looks. "This energy is something that the beasts can sniff out," said Sun. "The beasts don't want to be here," said Nanu. "However when they sense this energy they think they'll be able to go home, that there will be an Ultra Wormhole," "But wait Mr. Looker you called Anabel bait," said Starlight. "Faller," answered Looker. "That's what the International Police calls those that have passed through the Wormhole and bathed in that energy," "Anabel was a Faller and still is," "Back then when Nanu and I found her unconscious on the shores of Poni Island she claimed that she wasn't from Alola and that she lost most of her memories," "She was placed in the International Police to help draw the UB to us," "But now your repeating history for a THIRD time," said Nanu. "Wait a third time?" asked Luna. Looker nodded, "Anabel wasn't the only Faller we had on our team back then when Lusamine summoned the Ultra Beasts into Alola we had Sun help us out," "It was during the hunt when we realized that he was a Faller as well," "But now you have these ponies and the dragon," said Nanu. Spike, Starlight, Luna, and the Mane Six looked at each other with worried looks, "We are Fallers," said Twilight. "Yes," answered Sun. "With Fallers in Alola the beasts will run wild and mercilessly hunt them down one by one," "And just when were thinking that Team Cosmos was bad enough," said Rarity. For the rest of the time the group sat in silence not wanting to say another word. They wanted some time for themselves. The Ponies of Equestria were considered Fallers and now with Alola and Equestria in danger, so were their lives. Team Cosmos had nearly taken their lives already, but now with the Cosmic Beasts they would become their worst nightmare. > Chapter 16: Danger Strikes > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Princess Celestia," Celestia stopped her discussion with Cadence and turned around to find Shining Armor, Sunburst, and Ember walking up to her. "We're ready," Shining said in a serious tone. "Is everypony in their homes?" asked Celestia. "Yes," Shining answered. "Shining," Cadence said walking over to her husband. "Will Flurry be alright?" "Don't worry Thorax is looking after her," answered Shining. "Oh thank Celestia," said Cadence putting her right hoof over her chest. "Now don't get too confident princess," a voice spoke up from behind. The five turned around to find Nova walking up to them with six Team Cosmo Grunts following behind. "You," growled Celestia. "Aw what's wrong princess no smile for me?" asked Nova. "After you give my sister back," answered Celestia with a glare. "I'll think about it," said Nova smirking. He snapped his finger and held out his left hand as a grunt ran over to him with a small box. Nova opened a box and pulled out a beast ball. "This is it princess want to say something before I let them run around?" asked Nova. "Over my dead body," hissed Celestia. "Suit yourself," said Nova shrugging. He pulled his arm back and threw the beast ball. Upon opening, a white light popped out and took the form of a jellyfish like creature in front of the group. When the light vanished, the blue tinted Nihilego hovered over the floors of Celestia's castle. Sunburst took a step back, Ember cracked her knuckles, Shining moved over to Cadence's side in case Nihilego attacked, and Celestia prepared to charge her horn with magic. "Oh come on princess be nice will ya," said Nova. "He's a guest," "Not in my castle he's not," said Celestia firing a beam of magic towards the Cosmic Beast. However the beast obviously knew what was coming and quickly moved over to the left dodging the attack. "Don't think you'll get him with that princess," said Nova. "Cosmic Nihilego Venoshock," ordered Nova. The beast let out a screech as a puddle of purple liquid formed under the beast. With one wave of it's tentacles a stream of the purple liquid shot out a Celestia, striking her straight in the chest and knocking her back. "Princess!" screamed Sunburst running over to her. "You'll regret doing that," growled Ember. "Oh will I?" asked Nova. "Then again you might last longer than that weak excuse of a princess," "She's not weak!" roared Cadence. Nova just looked at her with bored expression. "You monsters have done too much already," "I won't forgive you," Cadence growled. "Oh please you already know you won't stand a chance," scoffed Nova. "WANNA BET!?" screamed Cadence running at him with her horn pointed at him. But before she could even get near him, Nihilego appeared in front of her and slammed her into the ground. "Cadence!" Shining called out. Nova walked up to her sounding disappointed, "How pitiful," "Just when I thought you fools would actually put up a fight this is what I get," Nova said not amused. "Come on I don't get paid enough for this," Cadence weakly looked over to Shining mouthing the words, "Get Help," Shining nodded and looked for a way to escape without being caught. Seeing that there was no way he would be able to escape without being noticed he bolted for the door. "Hey stop right there!" one of the grunts called out. Ignoring them he shoved past them and ran out the door. "Stop him!" screamed the grunt. "No forget about him he's not worth our time," said Nova. "Besides by the time he gets help these fools will already be dead," laughed Nova. It had been almost an hour since the discussions about Fallers and everybody had returned to their normal selves again. Meanwhile the remaining trial captains and kahunas joined the group at Aether Paradise. Hau kahuna of Melemele island had showed up with Illima the trial captain of Verdant Cavern. Kahuna Olivia had showed up with the three trial captains, Lana, Kiawe, and Mallow. Acerola and Sophocles the two trial captains arrived after Nanu went to pick them up. Mina trial captain joined in with Hapu. Once everyone was here, Rei began reintroducing the plan to everyone. "Alright so now that we've lost both Solgaleo and Lunala to Team Cosmos, those two will be our first priority since they have the ability to open Ultra Wormholes like the Beasts," announced Rei. "What about Equestria?" asked Spike. "We haven't received any messages from anyone just yet so we still have time," answered Rei. "But don't worry I haven't forgotten about Equestria," he announced. "Now moving on regarding Zygarde and Necrozma," But just as Rei began talking an Aether Employee walked in panicked. "Mr. Rei," he called out. Rei looked over looking annoyed, "What is it can't you see we're busy here?" he asked. "I'm sorry to be interrupting your meeting here,"apologized the employee. "But we've just received a distress signal," The group gasped, "From whom," asked Rei. "Someone named Shining Armor," he answered "That's my brother!" Twilight called out. "What's the emergency?" asked Rei. "Celestia's castle has been attacked," "The Cosmic Beast invasion has begun," answered the employee. Everyone in the room gasped. "On second thought Equestria is first priority," said Rei. Getting up he announced, "Alright here's the plan," "We need at least four of us to stay behind and act as backup while the rest of us head over to Equestria," said Rei. "And how exactly are you going to do that?" asked Nanu. Realizing he hadn't come up with a plan for that Rei froze in his tracks,"Well crap," he said. "Oh great he doesn't have a plan," said Rainbow Dash. "If only we had at least one of the beasts with us," said Lillie. Then it hit Rei, "Ok i got a plan it's risky but it's all I got," said Rei. "Oh NOW you have a plan?" asked Symon. "Alright so we might need to hold off Equestria for a moment because Io DID say that Nebula was using Lunala in Equestria and Solgaleo in Alola," said Rei. "So if we can just get Solgaleo back," said Amber. "We can get his help to travel to Equestria," said Spike. "But do you know where Nebula's holding him?" asked Fluttershy. "There IS one place in mind," answered Rei. "Where," asked Pinkie. "Po Town," answered Rei. Hearing that name caused everyone to go silent. "What it's the only place I had in mind," said Rei. "What if he's not there?" asked Rainbow Dash. "Still worth looking," said Luna. "Alright I'll go," said Gladion. "Me too," said Starlight. "I'll stay with the two in case anything happens," said Nanu. "Alright then Gladion, Starlight, and Nanu will go to Po Town," said Rei. "The rest of us will stay here and provide backup," "Come along you two," said Nanu walking off. Gladion and Starlight followed. "Be careful," said Fluttershy. Tapu Bulu looked up as he felt some dark presence wash over his ruins. Concerned he flew out of the ruins noticing a group of dark clouds forming over the area of Po Town. Feeling the presence of the legendary Pokemon in danger, Tapu Bulu made his way to Po Town. "Thanks for shopping with us and have a nice day!" called the man from the counter. Kahili walked out of the Tapu Village Pokemon Center feeling exhausted after a long day of training on route 16. Letting out a sigh of relief she made her way back to the Pokemon League. "Man I got a lot done today," said Kahili as she walked down the path. "Hmm?" she looked up to find Tapu Bulu approaching her. "Well, well if it isn't the island's guardian," she said. Tapu Bulu let out a small groan as he approached Kahili. "Something the matter?" she asked. Tapu Bulu pointed one of his hands towards the direction of Po Town. "Po Town?" Kahili asked. "Is something wrong with it?" Tapu Bulu grabbed her arm and tugged her as if he was telling her to come. "Ok, ok I'll go!" she said annoyed. Tapu Bulu flew off in the direction of Po Town. Sighing Kahili put her merchandise behind a nearby bush as she ran after the guardian. "We're here," said Nanu. "Charizard land," ordered Gladion. The the fire flying dragon obeyed Gladion and landed near the Police Station not far from Po Town. Charizard gently set Nanu down while Starlight and Gladion jumped of it's back. "Thanks buddy," said Gladion returning Charizard into its ball and into the ride pager. "This is Po Town?" asked Starlight. "Not exactly," answered Nanu. "But we're nearly there," Suddenly a loud cry came from behind them as Tapu Bulu flew up to the three "What is that?" asked Starlight. "That's the island guardian," answered Nanu. "No worries he's friendly," "Well, well if it isn't the island kahuna a woman's voice called out. The three looked up to see a woman in her mid twenties approaching them. She had blue hair with a golf outfit with short skirt and long orange socks. "Well if it isn't Elite four Kahili," said Nanu. "You been well?" he asked. "More than well," answered Kahili approaching the three. Tapu Bulu groaned. "It seems your guardian was pretty interested coming here," said Kahili. "Although it would make sense that he would be interested in coming to a place occupied by Team Cosmo Grunts," "Team Cosmo!?" asked Gladion. "Yeah Team Cosmos been here for a while now," answered Kahili. "Although they seem to be extra cautious then they were before," "What do you mean?" asked Starlight. "Well they got more Grunts patrolling the area than before," answered Kahili. "And not to mention they even got the likes of a strange looking Ultra Beast here as well," "Strange looking Ultra Beast?" asked Gladion. "Yeah it was the Ultra Beast itself but according to witnesses it was blue compared to the original," "I heard anybody who tried to battle it ended up getting their Pokemon knocked out in one hit before they even got a chance to make a move," "It got everyone spooked that nobody would even come near this place anymore," "Is it lurking around in there right now?" asked Nanu. "Nah I heard one of the top Grunts is holding onto it," answered Kahili. "I mean he doesn't look like much but I'm guessing he's top grunt cause he's guarding the legendary Pokemon in there," "Legendary Pokemon!?" asked Starlight. "Yep I heard anybody who tried to go in there to rescue it only got beaten and kicked out," answered Kahili. "Seriously why does Team Cosmos need to cause so much mischief," Gladion not needing to hear anymore ran off in the direction of Po Town followed by Starlight. "Hey are you sure you want to do this!?" Kahili called out. "WE HAVE TO!" Gladion responded. "Welp guess we don't have a choice," said Nanu. "Wanna tag along?" he asked turning to Tapu Bulu and Kahili. "Yeah sure I guess," answered Kahili. "Then let's go," said Nanu running after the two followed by Tapu Bulu and Kahili. > Chapter 17: Rescue Solgaleo! > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Deep within the shady house, multiple Team Cosmo Grunts sit around waiting for something to happen. Unfortunately for them boredom continues to strike them. "Ugh so bored," said a Grunt playing with his Pokeball. "No kidding," said another fiddling with a piece of stick she found nearby. "We don't get paid enough for this," said a third petting his Purloin. Nearby a large white lion with multiple red pieces of metal sticking out of it's mane snorted as it growled at the three grunts guarding it. "Geez even as Solgaleo he's annoying," said Grunt A. "No kidding," said Grunt B. "We don't get paid enough for this," added Grunt C. "Ok why the hell are you repeating yourselves?" asked Grunt A. "Well what response did you expect?" asked Grunt B. "Something original," answered Grunt A. "Wasn't that original?" asked Grunt C. "I meant don't repeat yourselves," groaned Grunt A face palming himself. Suddenly the door slowly opened as a another Grunt walked in, "How's he doing?" asked the grunt. "Annoying as ever," answered Grunt C. "No surprise there," said the grunt. "And where exactly did YOU run off to Krater?" asked Grunt B. "Just getting orders from Admin Comet," answered Krater. "Ooh you mean the cute girl," said Grunt A. "Shut up you dimwit," hissed Grunt C. "But it's true," groaned Grunt A. "She really is cute," "Who's cute," asked a female's voice. Krater quickly moved out of the way as a teenage girl who looked to be about 19 or 20 walked in. She was wearing a dark blue hoodie like Nova's with black khaki shorts and black shoes. She had a Team Cosmos badge pinned to her chest and her dark blue hair was tied back into a ponytail. However unlike Nova she had pure white skin and electric blue eyes. She wore no makeup which was something that ALL male Team Cosmo Grunts adored. "Oh miss Comet you look just as lovely today," said Grunt A fidgeting with his fingers. Comet giggled, "Oh thank you sweetie," "You're so kind," Comet added as she blew a kiss towards him. The Grunt let his arms drop and although his face was covered by the hood it was obvious he had hearts in his eyes. "Enough snap out of it Grunt we have a job to do," spat Krater. "Oh Krater don't be like that," said Comet. "He's just giving me a compliment," she said turning and giving a wink to the Grunt. "Oh please," scoffed Krater. "The boss gave us an important job and expects us to do it without failure," "I know that sweet Krater," said Comet jumping onto Krater's back. "Get off me and don't call me sweet," hissed Krater. "Even if you ARE admin I expect you do this job properly for the sake of the boss," Comet hesitated but did it anyway, "Geez don't be such a grump Krater," Comet said. "At least Io was more of a sweetie," Krater stomped his foot in anger, "DON'T MENTION THAT TRAITOR'S NAME IN FRONT OF ME!!!" he yelled pointing his finger at Comet. Comet raised both of her hands up, "Ok, ok Mr. Grumpy pants it was a joke," Krater face palmed himself, "Comet don't you have some grunts to look after?" asked Krater. "Just leave Solgaleo to us," Comet put her hands on her hips, "Well fine," She turned towards Grunt A and C and winked before heading out the door, "See you around cuties," "Bye miss Comet," said both Grunts waving at her. "Ugh stupid Team Cosmo Grunts," groaned Krater. As Gladion, Starlight, Nanu, Kahili, and Tapu Bulu approached Shady House, it seems as more and more Team Cosmo Grunts continued to stare at the group. Throughout the duration of the time Gladion, Kahili, Nanu, and even Tapu Bulu had to battle their way past Grunts. "Well here we are," said Nanu. "Is this a mansion?" asked Starlight. "It's called Shady House," answered Nanu. "It used to be the stronghold for Team Skull before they got disbanded," "Team what?" asked Starlight. "Nothing," answered Nanu walking up to the doors. Starlight looked confused as she, Gladion, Kahili, and Tapu Bulu followed Nanu in. Upon entering they noticed that the place was swarming with Team Cosmo Grunts left and right. "Gladion take the pony and go," said Nanu. "The legendary should be somewhere on the second floor," "Wait what about you?" asked Starlight. "Tapu Bulu, Kahili, and I will deal with these grunts," answered Nanu. "Right now the legendary is important," "Starlight come on," said Gladion walking up the stairs. Starlight looked back with a worried look but both Kahili and Tapu Bulu nodded. Feeling reassured Starlight followed Gladion up. "You ready?" asked Nanu. Kahili and Tapu Bulu nodded. "Then let's go," said Nanu taking out his Pokeball. As Gladion and Starlight walked around on the second floor they had to battle through couple Team Cosmo Grunts but Gladion seemed to take them down like it was no problem. Meanwhile Starlight used her magic to heal up his Pokemon after every battle. The two eventually came across a single grunt standing in front of a open window. "Halt intruders," he said putting up his hand. "Listen we don't have time," said Gladion. "We're trying to get to the legendary Pokemon," "Ho if you want to save Solgaleo then you'll have to give me the three passwords," said the Grunt. "Like I said we don't have time," said Gladion. "No wait Gladion I got this," said Starlight. "Ho it looks like the pony wants a shot," said the Grunt. "Very well then what's Nebula's favorite Pokemon type?" asked the grunt. "Is it Flying, Psychic, or Dark?" "Dark," Starlight answered. "What two Pokemon does Nebula like to use?" "Is it Ariados and Golisopod, Tyranitar and Hydreigon, or Lilligant and Milotic?" asked the Grunt. "Tyranitar and Hydreigon," answered Starlight. "What's the name of the two Cosmo Admins?" "Nebula and Io, Krater and Io, or Nova and Comet?" asked the grunt. This one was a little tricky. First things first Nebula was wrong cause he was the BOSS and Io had betrayed Team Cosmos. She didn't know anyone named Krater or Comet but Nova he was an Admin. Starlight took a deep breath before answering. "Nova and Comet," "So your answers are Dark, Tyranitar and Hydreigon, and Nova and Comet," said the grunt. "Are you sure?" he asked. "Positive," answered Starlight. The grunt's smile vanished and changed into a look of defeat, "Damn I knew those were too obvious," "How did you do that?" asked Gladion. "Let's just say I've been paying attention in class," said Starlight winking. "Alright go on," said the grunt moving out of the way. "Go out through here and take a left go through the broken window on the other side and go forward," "Thanks," said Starlight walking out followed by Gladion. As Starlight and Gladion made their way they eventually came across a door. Taking a deep breath Starlight turned towards Gladion and asked, "Are you ready?" Gladion nodded. "Then let's go," "Stop right there!" a female's voice called out. The two turned to find Comet standing there with her hands in her pocket. "Who are you?" asked Starlight. "I'm Comet," answered Comet. "The Team Cosmo Admin," "So your Comet," growled Gladion. "Yes," she replied. "Oh and aren't you the cutest thing," said Comet winking. "Don't try me," growled Gladion. He turned towards Starlight. "Go I'll handle this," Starlight nodded as she opened the door and stepped inside. "Alright Comet let's see how well your team can take on mine," said Gladion drawing his Pokeballs. "Oh you won't survive," said Comet drawing her own. Starlight stared in amazement as she layed her eyes upon the giant cage holding the legendary. Solgaleo noticed as she walked up to the cage. "So your Solgaleo," said Starlight. She looked around the room seeing nobody else was there. She turned towards Solgaleo and whispered, "I'm gonna get you out," She held up the lock with her hoof before somebody grabbed it. She looked over to see Krater standing there. "And what do you think your doing?" he asked. "Let me go," grunted Starlight trying to pull away from his grip. "Who do you think you are?" "The names Krater and I'm not gonna let you save Solgaleo," he said tightening his grip on her hoof. "Solgaleo help!" Starlight called out. Solgaleo began smashing it's bodies against the cage causing Krater to flinch. "What the hell!?" he screamed. Starlight quickly took the opportunity to hit him on the back of the head knocking him out. Running over to the cage she used her magic to break the lock and open the door letting Solgaleo out. "Are you ok?" she asked. Solgaleo nodded. "Ok then let's get out of here. Suddenly Solgaleo opened it's mouth and gently picked up Starlight tossing her onto it's back. "Wait are you gonna?" Solgaleo looked back and nodded. Smiling Starlight pointed a hoof forward and ordered, "Alright then let's get outta here!" Solgaleo let out a roar and ran right through the door. As Gladion returned his Crobat back into its Pokeball Solgaleo busted out from the room behind him catching both him and Comet off by surprise. "Gladion up here!" Starlight called out. Gladion quickly grabbed Starlight's hoof as she hoisted him up. Solgaleo let out another roar before jumping off from the second floor. Below them Nanu had just defeated a Grunt when Solgaleo dropped down behind them. "Well, well looks like you still made it," said Nanu. He turned towards Kahili and asked, "Wanna tag along?" Kahili shook her head, "I have to get back to the league," Nanu shrugged, "Figures," he quickly grabbed Gladion's hand as he hoisted him up. "Be careful on your way back," Solgaleo let out one final roar before busting out the door. Kahili lets out a sigh before turning towards Tapu Bulu, Come on let's get outta here," > Chapter 18: Storming the Cosmo Stronghold > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Guys they're back!" Rainbow Dash announced flying into Aether. "About time," said Symon. rushing out with the others following behind. As the group stood at the entrance Gladion's Charizard slowly began descending from the sky with Starlight on it's back and Nanu in it's claws. Once fully on the ground Gladion jumped off and returned his Charizard back into it's ball and into the ride pager. "Did you find him?" asked Sun. "Sure thing," answered Starlight pulling out a Pokeball. With a grunt, Starlight chucked the Pokeball releasing the Sun legendary. Solgaleo let out a roar as it made it's entrance. "Impressive," said Luna. Necrozma hovered over to Solgaleo with what seemed to be a confident look on his face," Solgaleo it's been a while," Solgaleo roared as if it was agreeing to Necrozma's statement. "Wait you two know each other?" asked Lillie. "Of course we ARE Alola's legendary trio," answered Necrozma. Necrozma turned around as Solgaleo nudged him. "Great so you can help us?" asked Necrozma. Solgaleo nodded. "Um what did he say?" asked Spike. "He knows why we have brought him here," answered Necrozma. "He wishes to save Lunala from Team Cosmo's clutches," "Well than what are we waiting for let's move it," said Applejack. "First things first," Rei called out. "The ponies DEFINITELY needs to go through," The ponies looked over to Rei with a surprised look, "You mean?" asked Luna. "Yes we need someone who knows the lay of the land," said Rei. "And plus I'm sure you're worried about your loved ones," Tears began to form under Twilight's eyes, "Thank you Rei," "Now, now don't get ahead of yourself," said Rei. "I'm sure he wouldn't mind going with you right Gladion?" he asked. Gladion shook his head, "I'm sure we'll be fine with just Necrozma on this one," "Very well then," Rei turned towards Necrozma. "Would be willing to go?" "All for the best," answered Necrozma. "All right then," he said turning towards Solgaleo. "I'm counting on you to protect these ponies Solgaleo," Solgaleo let out a roar in agreement. Gladion jumped on Solgaleo's back and turned towards the ponies. "Rainbow can you fly in after Solgaleo," asked Gladion. "Sure thing," answered Rainbow Dash. "Alright three of you hop on," Gladion called out. Pinkie happily jumped right behind Gladion as Applejack and Rarity were hoisted up by two Aether Employees. "Necrozma can you carry three?" asked Gladion. "Of course," Necrozma answered. Starlight jumped on his back while Necrozma picked up Fluttershy. Twilight picked up Spike and tossed him on top of Fluttershy. "Wha.. Twilight you're not coming?" asked Spike. "I am I'll fly with Luna and Rainbow," answered Twilight. Spike shrugged as Fluttershy wrapped her hooves around him. "Alright hold on tight," said Gladion. "SOLGALEO TO EQUESTRIA!" Solgaleo's forehead began to glow in a blue aura as it's mane began to glow in a white light. Solgaleo let out a roar summoning a small but yet recognizable small Ultra Wormhole. Jumping up it's entire body was soon enveloped in a orange light as it blasted straight towards the Wormhole at full speed. Rarity screamed as Solgaleo ran into the small hole creating the Ultra Wormhole everyone knew. Rainbow Dash used this moment to fly straight in followed by Twilight, Luna, and Necrozma. "Be careful," said Lillie. Nebula sat on Celestia's throne looking bored only to find the doors swing open and two grunts walking in with Shining Armor by their side. The two threw him down and walked back out greeted by Nebula's growling voice. "So they finally caught you," spat Nebula. "I'll admit you had the guts to try and fight back like that," "You won't get away with this," growled Shining. "Oh but I already have," said Nebula stretching out his arms. Shining's eyes widened as he saw Celestia, Cadence, Sunburst, and Ember tied up next to Nebula's "Throne" "Shining!" Cadence called out. "Cadence!" Shining called back. Nebula laughed, "Aw how cute I forgot you two were couples," Shining glared at Nebula. "Oh please don't look at me like that," "It disgusts me," Suddenly a loud roar filled the entire throne room followed by a flash of light. When the light died down, Solgaleo was standing behind Shining with the ponies, Gladion and Necrozma. Celestia and Cadence eyes widened in shock from the group's sudden entrance while multiple grunts jumped back in surprise. "WHAT THE HELL!?" screamed one of the grunts. Upon seeing the group, Nebula glared in anger. "Luna is that you?" asked Celestia. "Tia!" Luna called out with tears in her eyes. "Starlight!" Sunburst called out. "Sunburst!" Starlight called back. "Twilight!" Cadence and Shining said in unison. "Cadence, BBBFF," said Twilight close to tears. Nebula got up stomping his feet in anger, "Ok I don't know how the hell you managed to save Solgaleo but you fools just intruded into my throne room," "YOUR throne room!?" "THAT"S CELESTIA'S THRONE YOU JERK!" screamed Twilight. "SHUT UP PONY!" roared Nebula. "Your precious princess is not in control now," "I am," Nebula hissed. Gladion steeped forward," Listen we don't have time for this just release your hostages and return the beasts," "You wanna save these pitiful creatures you'll have to get through me," hissed Nebula pulling out a beast ball. "Brother get back!" Twilight called out. Shining quickly ran besides Twilight confused but worried. "Now Cosmic Buzzwole deal with these nuscience!" said Nebula throwing his Beast Ball. Upon opening a white light erupted out in front of the group. Once the light died, a big muscular bug with four legs and long nose stood in front of the group. However just like Xurkitree this beast was also colored in a blue tint. "What in Equestria is that!?" asked Pinkie. "It's Buzzwole the bug fighting type Pokemon," answered Gladion. "But he looks different," "That's because this is Cosmic Buzzwole," said Nebula. "One of my newer creations," "But enough Buzzwole use Dynamic Punch!" ordered Nebula. Buzzwole let out a loud screech as it raised one of it's arms preparing to attack. "Everyone brace yourselves!" yelled Gladion. The ponies prepared as the beast prepared to attack. Suddenly Necrozma flew in front of the group and crossed his arms in the form of an X as a giant metallic force field appeared over the group. The Buzzwole brought it's arm down hard on Necrozma creating a giant hole in the floor. "Necrozma!" Fluttershy yelped. But the group was stunned to see that Necrozma hadn't been brutally damaged and that the attack didn't seem to faze him at all. "What happened?" asked Luna. "That was Iron Defense!" said Gladion. "A move that sharply increases the user's defense," "So does that mean we're safe?" asked Rarity. "No it means we won't take as much damage from physical attacks," answered Gladion. "Not as good but better than nothing," said Spike. "Don't get too cocky now," said Nebula. "Buzzwole Lunge!" ordered Nebula. Buzzwole began to surround itself in green aura as it "lunged" towards Necrozma. "Dodge it Necrozma!" Gladion ordered. Necrozma obeyed and quickly moved out of the way causing Cosmic Buzzwole to crash on the ground. "Now use Prismatic Laser!" Before Buzzwole could get up and move back to Nebula's side, Necrozma put his hands together and placed it under light that was flowing in through a nearby window. The light had refracted off of Necrozma as he launched multiple colorful lights into Buzzwole striking it directly in the chest like darts sending it flying into a couple of grunts standing behind it. "Yeah show that beast some Necrozma!" cheered Rainbow Dash. "He's not done yet," said Nebula. Just as on cue Buzzwole jumped back up and flexed it's muscles letting out a screech. "It's still standing!?" yelped Cadence. "Not for long," said Gladion. "We'll see about that," said Nebula. "Buzzwole Hammer Arm!" ordered Nebula. Buzzwole raised it's arms as it began glowing in a red aura. "Wait for it," said Gladion. Buzzwole charged at the group with it's arm raised high getting ready to attack. "Now Prismatic Laser!" Gladion ordered. However this time Necrozma didn't attack but rather hovered in it's current spot. "Necrozma what are you doing attack!" ordered Gladion. "Sorry friend but I have to recharge," said Necrozma. "Are you serious!?" screamed Rainbow. But before Gladion could give out and order Buzzwole brought it's arm and punched Necrozma directly in the chest knocking him towards Gladion and the group. Twilight quickly jumped in front and used her magic to create a force field to protect Gladion and her friends. However the impact was strong enough to break through the shield and knocking Twilight down. "TWILIGHT!" Fluttershy screamed running over to her. "Are you ok?" "Yeah I'm fine," said Twilight getting up. "More importantly how's Necrozma. Necrozma slowly began to rise just as Twilight asked and shook himself off. "Necrozma can you keep going?" asked Gladion. "Yes," Necrozma answered. "Hmph your a stubborn bunch," scoffed Nebula. "But I'll finish you off with this one final blow," "Buzzwole Lunge!" Buzzwole obeyed as it began surrounding itself in green aura and lunged at Necrozma. "Dodge it!" Gladion ordered. Necrozma quickly moved into the light. "Prismatic Laser!" Necrozma once again put his arms together in the light and launched the light darts into Buzzwole knocking it down. When the dust cleared the Cosmic Beast lay on the ground limp and not moving indicating it had fainted. "BUZZWOLE!" screamed Nebula. "Yeah we beat him!" cheered Pinkie followed by the rest of the group. Nebula returned the Cosmic Beast back into it's ball and glared at Gladion, "This isn't over Gladion," he growled. "I'll beat you down one of these days," he then ran out the door followed by his panicked grunts. "Good work Necrozma thanks for your cooperation," said Gladion. "My pleasure," said Necrozma. "Princess Celestia!" Twilight called out as she ran over to her. "My faithful student I must say you found an excellent human to befriend," Twilight blushed, "Well it wasn't just me," She used her magic to cut the rope that restricted the so called "Hostages" movement. Once everyone was freed, Celestia walked over to Gladion to thank him. "I must thank you human for saving us," "It was nothing," said Gladion. "Nothing?" asked Cadence. "We could have been stuck like that if you hadn't come," "Well I try my best to protect any friends of mine," said Gladion. 'Well your skills are impressive," said Celestia. "I hope you wouldn't mind giving us your name," "Gladion," Gladion answered. "Well Gladion I hope we can continue to support each other while we're here," said Celestia. "I plan to stay here until Team Cosmos and those beasts are cleared out," said Gladion. "Then come along," said Celestia. "We still have some unfinished business to complete," Celestia, Sunburst, Ember, and Shining Armor began to head out the door before Cadence stopped Gladion, "We really appreciated that so thanks," said Cadence before kissing him on cheek. Twilight and her friends watched with their mouths hanging open as they watched Cadence follow the others. Gladion turned towards the ponies and pointed a finger at them, "Not a word about this to my mother or sister," The ponies nodded as they watched Gladion walk out the door. > Chapter 19: Zygarde vs. UB-04 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- As Lillie, Larry, Symon, and Amber entered the restricted areas, they noticed that multiple Team Cosmo Grunts had almost complete control of the Trainer School. "What the hell is going on here?" asked Larry. "Those Team Cosmo scoundrels are using the Trainer School as their home base," said a student. "Those damn Team Cosmo grunts," cursed Symon. "When was there ever a time in which they don't cause trouble?" The five cores nudged Lillie as a female member of Team Cosmo in a hoodie just like Nova's and a normal grunt walked up to them. "Well, well fancy meeting you here champion of Alola," said the girl. "And just who are you?" asked Amber. "I'm Comet," said the girl pointing to herself. "I'm the Team Cosmo Admin," "And this is Krater," said Comet pointing to the grunt next to her. "Wait so Team Cosmo had two admins?" asked Symon. "That's right," said Krater. "As for you, "You must be Nanu's buddies I presume," "Wait you know Nanu?" asked Lillie. "Hell yeah we do," spat Krater. "Oh yeah I've heard of you," said Larry. "You and Io used to be Admins as well," "Damn straight we were," spat Krater. "But then you got kicked down after you failed some sort of mission then Io betrayed you," said Larry. "Oh that's how you wanna play it huh buddy," said Krater. "Come on Comet about time we show these fools who they're messing with," said Krater taking out a Beast Ball. "Yeah, yeah sure, sure," said Comet pulling out her Beast Ball. "Oh great I assume those are the so called Cosmic Beasts you guys were talking about," said Symon. "Might not want to assume buddy," said Krater. "Why?" asked Symon. "Spell it out," said Krater. "Assuming makes an Ass out of you and me," "Oh come on that wasn't even funny," said Symon. "You know what WILL be funny though?" asked Krater. "After we beat your asses with these Cosmic Beasts," Krater threw his beast ball,"Go Cosmic Kartana!" "Go Cosmic Celesteela!" said Comet throwing her beast ball. Upon opening both balls, both Beasts popped out but with a blue tint to their new looks. "Holy crap," said Amber. "Stand down you two," said Larry. "I suppose we should let Zygarde handle this," The five cores nodded as they jumped off Lillie's shoulders and hopped forward to face the two beasts. Lillie pulled out the Zygarde Cube from her bag and opened the hatch releasing all 95of the cells. The Cells instantly crawled over to the Cores as they latch on and grow. Very soon what was once a bunch of cells and 5 cores was now a giant black and green slug like creature. "Hmph the legendary Zygarde," said Krater. "Fortunately for us we're gonna do Nebula the favor of beating you AND capture Zygarde at the same time," "Zygarde won't work for the likes of you," said Lillie. "Thousand Arrows!" Lillie called out. Zygarde let out a roar as multiple cells shot up in a green light and came tumbling on top of both Kartana and Celesteela knocking them both to the ground. "Tch what a cheap shot," spat Krater. "Leaf Blade!" ordered Krater. The Kartana's arms began to glow green as it lunged at Zygarde swinging them as fast as possible. "Dodge it quick!" ordered Lillie. But Zygarde's big body was no match for Kartana's speed and was struck in the chest knocking it back several inches. "Zygarde are you ok!?" Lillie called out. Zygarde roared in response. "Skull Bash," Comet ordered. The Celesteela's head began to sink into it's body while it's defense also increased. "We have to take out that Kartana first," said Symon. "Thousand Waves on the Kartana!" Lillie ordered. Zygarde let out another roar this time as a sea of cells charged at the Kartana striking it with full force. Kartana slowly began to pick itself up but it was obvious it wasn't going to survive another attack due to the slow movements. "Skull Bash," Comet ordered. Celesteela pointed it's head at Zygarde and charged with full force. "Dodge it!" Lillie called out. This time Zygarde was able to move out of the way. "Now let's finish this," said Lillie "Thousand Arrows!" Zygarde let out another roar as more cells erupted from Zygarde and came crashing down on both Kartana and Celesteela knocking them down again but this time the two beasts lay on the ground limp indicating they had fainted. "We did it we beat them!" cheered Amber. Both Comet and Krater returned the beasts into their balls. Krater glared at the two in anger,"We'll remember this!" He than bolted out the gate with Comet following behind as well as the remaining Team Cosmos Grunts. "Yeah that's right beat it ya scumbags!" screamed Symon. "Well we've taken care of this let's head back," said Larry. "Right," said Lillie taking out the Zygarde Cube. "Come on Zygarde," Lillie called out opening the hatch. Zygarde's body began to glow in a green aura as the cells separated and Zygarde shrank back to the five cores. Once all the cells were back, Lillie closed the hatch and put the cube back into her bag. "Thanks for the help!" a Police officer called out as the four were leaving. The four waved back as they hurried off into the distance. > Chapter 20: Boss Beast Nebula! > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gladion picked up the Pokeball containing Lunala and held it up to his forehead. "Lunala I know your in there," said Gladion. "I apologize for the delays Team Cosmos just doesn't want to make things easy for us," "Please we need your help," there was a slight silence before Gladion let a small smile form over his face. He threw the Pokeball releasing the cosmic bat. "Whoa," said Pinkie. Gladion walked up to Lunala and gently rubbed it's head. Lunala let out a small squeak, a smile forming on it's face. "Aww," said Fluttershy. "So cute," "Lunala it's time," said Gladion. "We need the others," Lunala knew what he wanted. It's forehead began to glow in a pink aura as it lept up and blasted a blue beam into the half completed Wormhole completing it. Lunala lunged in a disappeared into the wormhole leaving the group astonished. "I'm counting on you," said Gladion. Lillie, Symon, Amber, and Larry had returned to Aether after their battle with UB-04 and since then no other reports of UBs had been detected nor Team Cosmos shenanigans. "What do you think happened?" asked Acerola. "Who knows maybe they finally gave up," suggested Nanu. Suddenly a Wormhole appeared in front of the group startling them. Lunala flew out and slowly hovered down in front of Lillie and Sun. "Lunala," Lillie said hugging it. "What are you doing here?" asked Sun. Lunala let out a screech as it turned it's head towards the Wormhole. "Is it time?" asked Lusamine. Lunala nodded. "Then I suppose we should head over," said Looker. Everyone nodded their head in unison. With that The group ran into the Wormhole following Lunala. Ten minute had passed since Lunala disappeared into the Wormhole. It hadn't taken Lunala long before it appeared out of the Wormhole with the group following behind. "Gladion!" said Lillie hugging her brother. "Are you ok?" "Yeah I'm fine," answered Gladion. "Good work Gladion," said Lusamine. "It wasn't just Gladion," said Applejack. "Necrozma is so cool!" said Spike. "Please Spike I'm not the type who likes getting attention," said Necrozma. "Aww come on don't be like that," said Spike. "Good work Lunala," cooed Gladion patting it's head. Lunala purred enjoying Gladion's gentle touch. "Still cute," said Fluttershy. "Alright back to seriousness guys," said Sun. "Gladion did you manage to track Team Cosmos?" "Yes it took some time but I later discovered that they fled to the crystal empire," said Gladion. "The Crystal Empire!?" screamed Cadence. Her body began to waver as she collapsed on the floor unconscious. "Um what's up with her?" asked Symon. "Her baby is in the crystal empire," answered Twilight. "If Team Cosmos is there then we need to hurry," "Right," said Larry. "How far are we from here?" asked Lusamine. "Pretty far," answered Starlight. "Then I suppose the Wormholes are our best bet," said Sun. Everyone nodded in agreement. "Solgaleo Lunala let's do this," said Sun. Both Solgaleo and Lunala let out a cry as they summoned a Wormhole big enough to pass through. "Let's go," said Sun walking through. "Is it safe in there?" asked Ember. "Sort of," answered Spike. "This better not kill us," said Sunburst walking through. One by the one each human, pony, and Pokemon passed through the Wormhole. "Comet Nova how are things looking?" asked Nebula. "Perfect boss," answered Nova. Suddenly the door burst open as three changelings walked in. The Changeling in the middle was slightly bigger than the two on both sides and actually had a mane unlike the two. A small crown sat on top of it's head and it's deep green eyes looked over to Nebula in disgust. "Ah Queen Chrysalis I presume you found something worth of value," said Nebula. "Well if you consider a baby alicorn "Valuable" then yes," scoffed Chrysalis. "Well in a way yes but to be honest I'm not really found of babies," said Nebula. "They disgust me," Suddenly the ground began to shake as a Wormhole appeared behind Chrysalis and the two changelings. Both Solgaleo and Lunala appeared from the Wormhole followed by Gladion, the ponies, humans, and Necrozma. "On second thought give her to me," said Nebula. The Changelings looking disappointed took the baby up to Nebula where Comet took her from them. "So this is where you were hiding Nebula," growled Larry. "Nice of you to drop in," said Nebula. "At the WRONG time," he said pointing a finger towards the group. "Flurry!" Cadence called out noticing Comet holding the baby. "Ah yes the baby," said Nebula. "To be honest I wouldn't have been able to find her if it wasn't for the changelings," "Give her back Nebula," hissed Twilight. "Oh I'll give her back," said Nebula. "If you can beat me that is," said Nebula pulling out a beast ball. The Changelings, Grunts even Chrysalis backed up to the wall as Nebula stepped off his throne and threw the beast ball revealing Cosmic Nihilego. "Nihilego it's time," said Nebula. Suddenly Nihilego flew above Nebula so that it was right above his head. "What's he doing?' asked Rainbow Dash. Lillie's eyes widened, "Oh no he can't be planning to," "Planning to what?" asked Luna. Lillie stepped forward calling out to Nebula, "Don't do it you don't know what you're getting yourself into," "Oh please princess," spat Nebula. "What do you know?" He raised both arms in the air as Nihilego came down on him. There was a flash of light and before anyone knew it, Nebula was gone. In his place was a giant jellyfish like abomination with a blue body, four arms and legs. Inside the large see-through dome Nebula could be seen. However instead of hair blue slimy substance was attached to his head and moved around like some sort of liquid. Only his legs was exposed and his arms were attached to two of the limbs on the creature. Nebula opened his eyes and let out a piercing screech causing everyone in the room to cover their ears. His sinister laughter echoed of the crystal walls and out of the throne room. "I've finally done it," he beamed. "I've fused with Nihilego," he said raising his large arms. "Oh not again," said Lillie. "Behold your new Cosmic Beast," he beamed. "Boss Beast Nebula!" The grunts around him started cheering with glee while the Changelings and Chrysalis stared in horror. Nebula reached down and plucked the baby alicorn from Comet's arms and held her in his own. Upon seeing the terrifying monstrosity she starts to cry. "Flurry!" cried Cadence tears streaming down her face. "You want her back?" asked Nebula. "Then come and get her!" he beamed as six beast balls appeared in his hands. Nebula threw them summoning the Cosmic Beasts from their balls. "The Cosmic Beasts!" screamed Io. "This is it the final battle!" announced Sun. "Let's beat this jerk once and for all!" beamed Rainbow Dash. "Lillie!" Gladion called. Lillie nodded as she pulled out the Zygarde Cube and opened the hatch releasing the five cores and 95 cells. The Cores and Cells began to attach to each other growing larger and larger eventually taking the slug like form it had been in at the trainer school. Necrozma hovered over next to Twilight and Starlight preparing for battle. Nebula smirked as he beamed, "Buzzwole Dynamic Punch, Pheromosa Lunge, Xurkitree Discharge, Kartana Leaf Blade, Celesteela Skull Bash, Guzzlord Thrash!" the Cosmic Beast each began to charge their attacks as Sun, Lillie, Gladion, Lusamine, Anabel, the Kahunas and Trial Captains, Symon, and Amber threw their Pokeballs releasing their rightful Pokemon. "Twilight, Starlight," said Necrozma turning towards them. Twilight and Starlight looked over. "You remember how to battle right?" he asked. "Uh maybe," answered Starlight. "Just remember what Gladion was doing and do the same EXACT thing," Necrozma said. Twilight and Starlight nodded. With that the Cosmic Beasts lunged at their opponents ready to unleash their attacks. "Necrozma Iron Defense," Twilight called out. Necrozma quickly got in front of the group and formed an X with his arms as a metallic shield covered over the group. Soon a barrage of Beasts crashed into the iron wall leaving little to no marks on the opposing Pokemon. "Nice one!" Larry called out. "How did you know what to call out?" asked Starlight. "Well I tried thinking back to the battle Gladion had and then Iron Defense came into mind," Twilight answered. "Nice thinking darling," said Rarity. 'We're not done yet," hissed Nebula. "Guzzlord Thrash!" Nebula ordered. Guzzlord opened it's mouth as it charged at the group it's tongues chomping. "Quick Sylveon Moonblast!" Amber called out. "Zygarde help Sylveon and use Core Enforcer!" Lillie called out. Zygarde lept in the air forming a green orb and launched it at Guzzlord drawing a large green Z in the middle. Meanwhile Sylveon fired it's pink orb striking Guzzlord in the mouth knocking it back into the Z which erupted in a green light knocking out Guzzlord for good. Nebula scoffed as he returned Guzzlord back into it's ball. "Buzzwole Lunge on Necrozma!" Nebula ordered. Buzzwole began to glow in a green aura ready to lunge at Necrozma when Symon interrupted. "Yanmega Air Slash!" Yanmega begin twirling around forming blades using the air around it and threw them at the oncoming Buzzwole knocking it back. "Thanks," said Necrozma. "Anytime," replied Symon. "Wait Necrozma look out!" Necrozma turned as Pheromosa charged at him covered in the same green aura as Buzzwole. "Quick somepony I need sunlight!" said Twilight. "I got this," said Io taking out a Pokeball. Throwing it called out a black dog with a red muzzle and white horns. "Houndoom sunny day!" Io ordered. Obeying, the Pokemon let out a howl as harsh sunlight suddenly flooded the room. "Prismatic Laser!" Twilight called out. Necrozma quickly put his hands together in the light as it refracted off his body and shot multiple colorful lights striking Pheromosa in the chest like darts. The Pheromosa instantly collapsed on the ground unable to move indicating it had fainted. Nebula growled as he returned Pheromosa into it's ball. "Thanks Io," said Twilight. "No problem," said Io his Houndoom barking. Meanwhile Buzzwole had already recovered and lunged at Necrozma only to be taken out by Yanmega's Air Slash and knocked out. Nebula returned Buzzwole back into it's ball. Meanwhile Lillie had almost finished off Kartana and Celesteela. She just needed one more hit. "I got this," said Hapu as Kartana charged. "Mudsdale High Horse Power!" Just as the Kartana jumped to attack, Hapu's Mudsdale turned around and bucked the beast as hard as she can sending dirt flying and taking out the beast. At this point Nebula was getting frustrated. "Celesteela Skull Bash!" Nebula ordered. Celesteela pointed it's head towards the ground and charged. "Thousand Arrows!" Lillie called out. Zygarde let out a roar as multiple Cells flew up and struck Celesteela down on the ground with full force knocking it out. Nebula returned Celesteela into it's ball. Now Xurkitree remained. "Xurkitree Discharge!" Nebula ordered. The Xurkitree planted it's feet arms and tail into the ground as it began to absorb electricity preparing to attack. "Let's finish this," said Hapu holding up her wrist to reveal a Z-Ring with a brown Z-Crystal latched inside. As the Xurkitree prepared to unleash it's attack, Hapu started off by crossing her arms in front of her face in an X before bringing them down to her side. She then brought her arms back up to once again cross her arms. She then did a full 360 degrees spin to her right and ended with her right arm up in the air with a fist and her left arm down on the ground while her left leg was bent and her right stretched out straight. The yellow Z-Power began escaping out of Hapu and into her Mudsdale as the Z-Power logo burst outwards. "Mudsdale let's end this!" Hapu called out. "Tectonic Rage!" Mudsdale immediately stomped the ground causing the ground to split and dropping the beast down into the earth. Diving down after it, Mudsdale then tackled the beast straight in the direction of the earth's core and burst out of the ground as a large pillar of light erupted from the ground expelling dirt and a limp Xurkitree. "Oh my Celestia!" screamed Twilight. Seeing his last beast get beaten, Nebula raised his three arms in the air in frustration. Returning his last beast back into it's ball, Nebula accidentally threw the baby alicorn in the air in rage. Cadence screamed as her baby continued falling while crying. "Silvally catch her!" Gladion ordered. Gladion's Silvally ran up to the baby and lept as it gently landed on it's back. Running back to it's master, Cadence ran over to Silvally and gently picked her up with her magic. She turned towards Gladion with tears in her eyes, "Thank you Gladion," "Just doing my best to protect the innocents," Gladion said. The group turned to the sudden screams of Nebula only to find him glaring at them clenching his teeth with bloodshot eyes. "I'LL KILL YOU!" he roared as he charged towards the group at full speed. Lillie turned around and pleaded with Solgaleo and Lunala, "Help us!" Solgaleo and Lunala lept into the air only to be joined by Necrozma. The two legendaries forehead's began to glow and with a loud cry the two blasted Nebula with rings of blue and orange aura. Necrozma raised both of his arms towards Nebula and blasted him with a pink beam sending him flying backwards. Nebula crashed into a wall of crystals sending dust flying everywhere. Once the dust cleared, Nebula began getting up only to find his entire body glowing. "No whats happening to me?!" he screamed. "No I'm going down like this," He raised both of his arms letting out one final screech before the entire room was enveloped in a white light. And then there was silence. > Chapter 21: Guilt and Vengeance > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Once the flash of light began to die down, the group looked over to see Nihilego slowly remove itself from Nebula as it returned to it's Beast Ball. Meanwhile a weakened Nebula fell back as the Beast ball landed next to him. "BOSS!!" his grunts screamed as they ran over to their boss. Nova caught Nebula before his head could hit the ground as Comet and several grunts surrounded Nebula. Chrysalis and the Changelings unsure of what to do slowly walked over to the crowded group to see if Nebula was alive. "Symon," said Amber as he took a step forward. Symon looked back at the group with a sad look. Amber hesitated but let go of his arm as he approached the small crowd. Amber feeling awkward followed, then Gladion, then Fluttershy, then everyone else. "Boss," said Nova. Nebula weakly opened his eyes. "What the hell is going on?" asked Nebula. "Boss thank goodness your alive," said Comet. "Of course I'm alive you dumb ass," hissed Nebula. "Nebula," Larry called out as he approached him. The group of grunts quickly moved out of the way to let him pass. "The hell do you want champion?" asked Nebula. "Come on Nebula don't be like this," said Larry. "Your followers are worried about you," "Like I give a crap," said Nebula. "You know how this feels," "How what feels?" asked Fluttershy. "Come on seriously?" asked Nebula. "Everyone knows that if you want someone to listen to you ya gotta be intimidating," Larry sighed,"Come on Nebula you still mad about that?" "Shut up asshole," Nebula hissed weakly. "Nebula that was years ago," said Larry "You really need to give up on that," "I said Shut up," said Nebula. "God your champion you should know the words I'm throwing at you," "That's not the point," said Twilight. "And why the hell are you getting in for?" growled Nebula. His grunts came closer as he winced. "Darling just tell us why your so angry," said Rarity. "That's none of your concerns pony," hissed Nebula. "And besides even if I DID tell you the same thing from years ago would repeat itself," "Nebula please just tell us," begged Starlight. "We want to help," said Fluttershy. Nebula went silent for a few moments before letting out a sigh,"As a child I was always picked on by the older kids," "They would tease me just because I was too shy to do anything on my own," "They would always call me weak and puny," "I eventually swore to myself I would get stronger and show those idiots that they were wrong," "And you DID get stronger," said Rainbow. "So there problem solved," "You don't understand," hissed Nebula. Getting stronger wasn't enough for them," "I took the Island Challenge like the two brats and people would always see me as the Gloomy Dark Type User because that's all I had on my team," "Eventually people started calling me out for trying to be a Nanu wannabe just because I used Dark Types only and started saying that I was a disgrace for not even trying to get an original team," "I can see how that would make sense," said Nanu. Acerola nudged him with her elbow shaking her head in disapproval. "What I'm speaking my opinion," said Nanu. "It was terrible up until I became Champion," said Nebula. "What do you mean?" asked Cadence. "I managed to beat Sun and take his place as Champion," answered Nebula. "And for weeks on end I beat everyone Challenger I faced," "I wanted everyone to see how much I've grown so they can realize that they were making a mistake messing with me," "It eventually got up to the point where my name was known as Alola's Worst Champion," "What why?" asked Fluttershy. "Because the public decided that the first time wasn't enough," hissed Nebula. "Anyway even though everyone kept talking trash about me I kept beating trainers left and right and everyone eventually started fearing that beating trainer's Pokemon mercilessly was my way of getting revenge so they started sending powerful trainers to battle me in attempts to remove me from the champion's chamber," "Their plans failed and I remained Champion until Larry showed up and destroyed my team with his stupid Bug and Fairy types," "Well obviously he had an advantage," said Lillie. "THAT'S NOT THE POINT!!!!" hissed Nebula. "As I was saying he destroyed me and I ended up in square one again," "Everyone was glad that I was knocked down and things went back to the way it was," "I hated Larry he took my only source of hope and left me to bite his dust," "Eventually I realized if I couldn't get respect I was gonna have to take it by force," "And that's how you became the Team Cosmos Boss I assume?" asked Lusamine. "Yes," answered Nebula. "I heard about the Ultra Beasts and decided that I would use them to strike fear into the hearts of Alola's trainers to get my revenge for what they did to me," A tear rolled down his cheek as he smiled and chuckled, "It was amazing people all over Alola saw that I was the real deal and everyone started bowing down to me like I was royalty," His smile vanished as he continued, "But then all of YOU had to come in and ruin everything," He closed his eyes as more tears began to from, "Dammit," he cursed. At this point everyone had begun to feel sorry for Nebula. "Everything was perfect until our organization started getting beaten by a bunch of animals and two teenagers who was only 10 years younger than me," sobbed Nebula. Sniffling he cleaned his eyes from the tears, "But I guess all good things just don't last," "Listen sugarcube we're sorry for what y'all had gone through but..." Applejack stopped short. "But what?" asked Nebula. "That there was a better way to solve problems like this?" Nebula chuckled, "You don't understand do you?" "Not all problems have answers specifically not this one," Applejack's ears drooped upon hearing his words, "The only good solution to this problem is fear and intimidation," said Nebula. "If nobody gonna show you respect you gotta scare and force them to give it to ya," "But there were other ways," said Spike. Nebula's eyes widened, "What are you tryin to get at?" "He's right," said Starlight. "Why do you know?" groaned Nebula. "Back when I was just a filly Sunburst was my only friend," said Starlight. "But after he got his cutie mark he left me to suffer," "Eventually I stole the marks of many ponies and was beaten by Twilight and her friends," "Then I went back in time to try and get revenge only to be beaten by Twilight and her friends AGAIN then you move on to learn about friendship and now you can't even make friends cause your afraid that everyponies gonna know what you did," There was a slight silence before Starlight realized that Nebula was staring at her in awe. "Wow," he said. "Yeah but what I'm trying to say is that your not the only one who's suffering," said Starlight. "Hmph at least you HAD ponies that respected you," groaned Nebula. "What she's trying to say is even if there are those that look down on you at least one person or pony in this world look up to you," said Celestia. "Oh yeah name one," said Nebula. "We do," said Comet. "The hell are you saying?" asked Nebula. "Your brain must be rotting I FORCED you all to stay," said Nebula. "Yeah but even so YOU'RE the only one who knows whats up," said Nova. "Even if you did treat us terribly we believed that you can lead us to victory," said a grunt. "You all," said Nebula. "See there are those that look up to you even if you lash out at them or treat them like crap," said Amber. "You," said Nebula. "He clenched his teeth as the tears once again began flowing out of his eyes. "Boss," said a grunt close to tears. The rest of the grunts crowded Nebula with tears in their eyes. At this point Nebula had lost it, unable to hold in the emotions he let loose his tears, "What have I done," "All I ever thought about was to earn everyone's respect," "Nebula," said Luna close to tears. "I'm sorry," Nebula sobbed. "I'm so sorry," "I've been so terrible," "BOSS!" the grunts cried. Everyone watched Nebula, Comet, Nova, and the grunts cry with tears in their own eyes. After what seemed like an hour, Nebula weakly got to his feet with the help of Nova and Comet, "I've decided I'm disbanding Team Cosmos and turning over a new leaf," he announced. "Really?" asked Cadence. "Yes," Nebula answered. "It may not seem like much but it's the only form of redemption I could think of," "It doesn't matter if it's big or small," said Larry. "As long as you can realize what you did wrong its good enough for all of us," Everyone nodded their heads in agreement. Smiling nebula turned towards Solgaleo and Lunala, "I guess I owe you an apology," Both of the legendary let out cry showing that they didn't mind. "One more thing," said Nebula. "I need you two to open up the wormholes so I can return the Beasts," "I don't think that's necessary," said Anabel. "What do you mean?" asked Nebula. "The beasts are contained in the beast balls," answered Anabel. "It be better if we keep them in there," "Oh," said Nebula disappointed. "But enough about that," said Larry. "Yeah let's head back we have to have a celebration on our success," said Hau. Everyone nodded in agreement. Nebula smiled, "Uh huh," he said in agreement. Both Solgaleo and Lunala let out a cry as the summoned the Wormholes allowing both the heroes and Team Cosmos to pass through to return to Alola for their victory celebration. > Chatper 22: New Changes to an Old Life > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- So that was it, now that Team Cosmos was defeated the group had a victory celebration in Iki Town with Team Cosmos. After the party the ponies of Equestria, Spike, and Luna decided to stay behind in Alola with Symon and Amber as they finished up what was left of their Island Challenge as well as watch them encounter and catch new Pokemon to add to their team. Meanwhile Celestia, Cadence, Shining Armor, Sunburst, and Ember returned to Equestria for reasons of their own. Chrysalis and the Changeling hive were carefully watched over by Thorax and the reformed Changelings while Celestia and Cadence were away. Keeping his word Nebula returned the Beasts to their proper world and disbanded Team Cosmos for good. Wanting to start over from scratch he released his Pokemon and traveled alone Alola for a while starting a new Team he could rely on. In the end he ended up nominated as the newly formed Bug Type Trial Captain by the Tapu of Melemele. Meanwhile as Symon and Amber finished up Hapu's Grand Trial on Poni Island, the time came for them to face the Pokemon League on Ula Ula Island. "Finally done," said Symon wiping his forehead. "That Totem Kommo-o was no walk in the park," said Amber. "I know that," said Symon. "Man I really enjoyed watching you guys complete your Island Challenge," said Spike. "My heart was racing for every trial you two took on," said Pinkie. "I do hope those poor Pokemon are ok," said Fluttershy. "Don't worry they'll live," said Symon. "Ok," said Fluttershy. "So are you guys nervous for the league?" asked Rainbow. "Of course," answered Amber. "It's the biggest trial yet," As the group began to walk out of the Pokemon Center in Tapu Village they noticed the transport that carried them up Mt. Lanakila was missing from it's spot. "Maybe someone is using it," said Spike. Just then the transport came down from above carrying Gladion and Lillie. "Hey it's Gladion and Lillie," said Symon. "So you came," said Gladion. "I must say I have to thank you all for what you've done for Alola. "No problem big guy," said Rainbow confidently. "No really and we decided that there is no better way to thank you than a battle," said Lillie. "A battle huh," said Symon. "We gladly accept," Gladion smiled, "Well than no holding back," "Hau gave both of us our own Z-Ring so we'll be able to show you both our REAL power," said Gladion pulling out a Pokeball. "We're gonna enjoy every moment of this," said Amber pulling out her Pokeballs. All four of them called out their Pokemon engaging the battle. The ponies and Spike watched in awe as Symon and Amber battle Gladion and Lillie in complete sync. In the end Symon and Amber were victorious with the ponies cheering for them. "I must say I'm impressed," said Gladion returning his Lucario into it's ball. "These two certainly have grown since the last time we've met," said Lillie. "You two are taking on the league right good luck," said Lillie smiling. "Thanks," said Amber. "I'll admit the league is difficult but with a team like that you'll surely beat it," said Gladion. "Thanks," said Symon. "Well I guess we'll see you guys around," said Lillie. "Be sure to keep those ponies safe," said Gladion. "We will," said Amber waving as the two walked off towards the Pokemon Center. "Come on let's go!" said Amber jumping on the transport. Symon shrugged as he and the ponies followed her on. The transport carried the group not to the peak but rather a cliff near by an entrance to a cave. Chasing after his girlfriend, Symon sprayed Max Repels on himself and the ponies to prevent encounters while the walked around in the cave. Navigating wasn't easy as they thought it would be and ended up taking them a while before they ended up in an open field not far from another transport. "Come on we're almost there," said Amber. "Geez will you slow down Amber," said Symon. "I know you're excited but we can't...." Symon's statement was suddenly cut off when the sound of rustling grass was heard coming from behind them. "What was that?" asked Rarity jumping back. Suddenly from the tall grass, two creatures lept up and in front of Symon and Amber. Both were pretty small but the one that landed in front of Amber was a small fox with white fur and six tails. It's blue eyes seemed to sparkle like ice and it's fur seemed to glisten. The one that landed in front of Symon was a small creature but with a round back. It had a tan underbelly and was white like the fox. The round shell on it's back looked almost hard enough to break rocks. "Aww their so cute," said Fluttershy. "What are they?" asked Amber. "Rotom scan," Symon called out. "Roger that," said Rotom popping out of Symon's bag. Scanning both Pokemon, Rotom flew up to the group and read off the entries, "Sandshrew Mouse Pokemon Alolan form Ice Steel Type, Sandshrew have historically lived in desert areas. But the frequent eruptions of nearby volcanoes drove the Sandshrew to abandon the desert and migrate to snowy mountains, where they took on this form," "Sandshrew huh?" said Symon. "Vulpix Fox Pokemon Alolan Form Ice Type, It is said that Vulpix came to the Alola region together with humans, but the fox Pokemon moved to the snowy mountain peaks to avoid the normal habitats of other Pokemon, and thus it ended up taking on this form," "Cool," said Amber. "Really?" asked Symon looking over to her not amused at the pun she just made. "It wasn't intended," said Amber. "Well anyway I still have an empty slot in my party so I might as well catch this Sandshrew," said Symon. "Yeah same with the Vulpix," said Amber. "Besides I've wanted a regional variant to add to my team," "Good luck you two," said Twilight. "Go Crabominable!" said Symon throwing his Pokeball. "Let's go Minior!" said Amber throwing hers. Upon both balls opening, a giant crab with a white exoskeleton and a smile with two front teeth popped out of Symon's ball while a small floating rock with five small white studs popped out of Amber's ball. "Crabominable use Earthquake!" said Symon. The Crabominable stomped it's foot on the ground hard causing it to shake knocking both the Sandshrew's and Vulpix's health low enough for easy catching. Although both Alolan forms struggled to get up after the attack, Amber's Minior just hovered above the ground as if nothing had happened. "Hey thanks for the help," said Amber. "No problem," said Symon. Suddenly the Vulpix got to it's feet as it let out a cry that echoed through the fields. "What's it doing?" asked Symon. Suddenly from the left a cloud of dust appeared revealing another Alolan Vulpix. "What the hell?" asked Amber. "I think it just called for help," said Symon. "Oh great now I gotta take one out," said Amber. However it seems as if the Vulpix's help knew what she was planning and charged at her. "Dodge it!" Amber called out. Her Minior quickly moved over to the side as the second Vulpix lunged at it. Amber quickly ducked to avoid impact as the Vulpix sailed over her head and landed behind her. "The hell?" asked Amber. "Amber no time," said Symon throwing a ball at the Sandshrew. "Just catch the one in front of you," Amber deciding not to waste anymore time turned around and chucked the ball at the original Vulpix. Both Symon and Amber's ball hit the Pokemon sucking them up and into the balls. Both fell onto the ground and wiggled. Nervously both Amber and Symon bit their lips. As the balls wiggled for the third time it finally latched close as stars popped out of the closed balls indicating that the Pokemon have been caught. "Yes," said Symon throwing his fist in the air. "Yay they did it," said Fluttershy clapping her hooves. Symon and Amber went to pick up their balls just as the Vulpix's help jumped in front of Amber and growled. "Oh come on don't be like that," said Amber. "Uh Amber I'll handle this," said Fluttershy walking up to the Vulpix. The Vulpix hissed at Fluttershy as she walked up to it, "Um hello there I'm Fluttershy," said Fluttershy waving her hoof. "Um do you think you could give that ball back?" she asked reaching over to grab the ball. The Vulpix obviously didn't like that as it bit down on her hoof. "Fluttershy!" said Amber taking a step forward. But Fluttershy held up a hoof to tell her she was ok. Although the the bite was cold enough to send a burning sensation up her body, Fluttershy fought against the pain. "Shh it's ok," said Fluttershy petting the Vulpix gently. The Vulpix's ears drooped as it pulled away from her hoof and licked it. "Good girl," said Fluttershy petting the Vulpix. She grabbed Amber's Pokeball and walked back to her. "Here you go," she said dropping the ball in her hand. "Thanks," said Amber. Symon latched the Pokeball containing the Sandshrew onto his belt, Amber doing the same with hers, "Alright now that's done let's move on," said Symon returning his Crabominable to it's Pokeball. "Right," said Amber doing the same with her Minior. The ponies walked up Symon and Amber as the two got ready to walk over to the transport waiting for them. Suddenly Fluttershy felt a tug on her tail. Looking behind her she found the Vulpix pulling on her tail with her mouth. "Aww sorry but I have to go now," But the Vulpix wouldn't let go. "You know Fluttershy it seems like she really wants to go with you," said Amber. "Yeah but," said Fluttershy. "Come on Flutters there's nothing wrong with catching a Pokemon," said Symon. "Wait you mean?" asked Fluttershy. "You're seriously not thinking of leaving it behind are you?" asked Amber. Fluttershy looked at the Vulpix smiling she picked it up with her hooves. "Oh your so cute," she said nuzzling with it. "Are you gonna give it nickname?" asked Symon. "A nickname?" asked Fluttershy. "Yeah," answered Amber. "If you catch a Pokemon you get a chance to nickname it," Fluttershy looked at it for a moment before saying, "Fluffy," "How's Fluffy," Fluttershy asked. the Vulpix. The Vulpix smiled and let a cry of joy indicating that it liked it. "Great then I'm gonna call you Fluffy," said Fluttershy. Fluffy smiled as it jumped onto Fluttershy's back. "Ok I'm ready," said Fluttershy. "Then let's go," said Amber. The ponies followed Symon and Amber onto the transport as the they prepared for their biggest trial yet. > Chapter 23: Grand Finale Part 1: vs Champion > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twilight and her friends watched in awe as both Symon and Amber battled their way through the Elite Four. Since there were two challengers this time around, All four had agreed to a double battle against the two. First member was Hau. His fighting type were no match to Symon's Yanmega and Amber's Sylveon. Beating Hau was an easy breeze for the two. Next up was Rock Type user Olivia. As they battle went on Twilight remembered the first time she met Olivia. Although Amber lost her Alolan Ninetails that she evolved using the ice stone she found, most of Olivia's Pokemon didn't stand a chance against Symon's Ice Steel Type Alolan Sandslash that he also evolved. The Third member was Acerola. Both Rainbow and Pinkie bumped hooves as they remembered how much kindness they received from her before everything that was going on now. This time Amber had an advantage with her Mimikyu she caught after the trial. The fourth and final member of the Elite Four was Kahili the flying type user. This time with Symon's Vikavolt and Amber's Minior they were able to blast through her. "Phew man going through all four of them is hard," said Symon wiping a bead of sweat off his brow. "Well at least we did it," said Amber. "I guess this means you've won," said Spike. "Not exactly," said Amber. "Wait your not done?" asked Rainbow. "There is still one trainer we have to defeat in order to claim victory," said Symon. Suddenly the center circle of the Pokemon League began to glow in a rainbow light. "You ready?" Amber asked Symon. "This is will be toughest challenge but I know we can do this," said Symon with a determined look. "Then let's do this," said Amber. The ponies and Spike followed the two onto the center circle as they were suddenly warped into a a room completely different from the Elite four chambers. "Wow," said Twilight. "This is amazing," said Starlight. "Look above," said Luna. The ponies looked up to find a clear glass dome that showed off the entire blue sky of Alola. "Wow," said Rainbow. "You can see the Sun," said Fluttershy. "Guys come on," Amber called out. The ponies quickly caught up with the two. As the group climbed up the stairs they could feel their heart racing. Once the group reached the top, they found a blue colored battlefield with a chair on the other side. "Welcome," said Larry standing up from the chair. He stretched out his arms and beamed, "This is Champion Chamber," "It must've been hard but now you face the ultimate challenge," "Are you ready?" "Ready when you are," said Symon. Larry smiled as he took out two Pokeballs, "I know we've been traveling with each other up until now but this is the real deal," "Now no need to hold anything back and show the champion your true power!" Both Amber and Symon pulled out their own Pokeballs ready to call upon their Pokemon for their final challenge. Meanwhile Twilight called out, "Good luck you guys!" "We believe in you!" Fluttershy called out with Fluffy crying out in agreement. "You can do this!" cheered Starlight. The referee raised both flags he had in his hands and announced, "Tonight we have a double battle against the Champion," "Challengers Symon and Amber vs Champion Larry Dawes!" The ponies cheered on as they clapped their hooves. "Let the battle begin!!" the ref announced. "Primarina, Vikavolt let's go!" said Larry as he threw his Pokeballs. The balls opened up to reveal a white seal with a blue mermaid tail and it's hair tied back into a ponytail with pink shells on both sides of it's head and a familiar stag beetle Pokemon flying with it's dark blue and yellow pincers out front. "Vikavolt and Primarina huh," said Amber. "We know Vikavolt is Bug and Electric type but Primarina," said Symon. "Allow me," said Rotom. "Primarina is a Water and Fairy type," "Well then just perfect," said Amber. "Go Minior!" said Amber tossing her Pokeball and calling out her Pokemon. "Vikavolt!" said Symon as he threw out his ball. Vikavolt popped out and hovered next to Amber's Minior. Larry smirked as he pointed a finger at Amber's Minior, "Primarina Hydro Pump on Minior, Vikavolt Agility!" The Primarina breathed in as it let loose a huge jet stream of water flying towards Minior while Vikavolt starting flying left and right as fast as possible. "Minior quickly dodge it!" Amber ordered. But before Minior could make a move, it was struck hard with the stream of water. Minior let out a pained screech before it fell on the ground drenched with water. "Minior!" Amber called out. "Minior is unable to battle!" the ref announced. "With one hit!?" yelped Spike. "Impossible is the champion seriously THIS powerful!?" asked Starlight. Symon clenched his teeth as he watched his partner go down in one hit, "Quick Vikavolt Zap Cannon on Primarina!" Vikavolt quickly regained it's focus and began to gather electricity to build up a yellow orb. "NOW ATTACK!" Symon ordered. The Vikavolt, with all it's power launched it towards the opposing Primarina. "Quick dodge it!" ordered Larry. However because Primarina was settled on her tail it was too slow too move out of the way before the electric orb struck it square in the chest taking it out completely. "Primarina is unable to battle!" the ref. announced. "Good job Primarina get some rest," said Larry returning Primarina into it's ball. "Impressive but I'm not done yet," said Larry pulling out his third Pokeball. "Go Lycanroc!" said Larry tossing his third Pokeball. As the ball opened a tan colored wolf with blue eyes popped out from the ball. It had large arrays of stone around it's neck. "Lycanroc that's a rock type," said Amber. "Well I've got the cure for that," said Amber pulling out her second ball. "Go Lurantis!" As Amber threw out her second ball, a tall pink Pokemon appeared. It's arms were made to look like large mantis claws and had pink stripes running down it's legs. "Lurantis Solar Blade on Lycanroc!" Amber ordered. Lurantis raised both of it's arms in the air glowing in a bright light as it began to absorb energy to attack. "Lycanroc Stealth Rock, Vikavolt X-Scissors on Lurantis!" Larry ordered. Lycanroc howled as multiple pointed rocks suddenly appeared around Symon and Amber's side of the field. Meanwhile Vikavolt's pincers began to glow in a green light as it charged towards Lurantis. "Vikavolt thunder bolt on the other Vikavolt!" Symon ordered. Symon's Vikavolt let out a screech as a bolt of electricity came down on Larry's Vikavolt striking it and knocking it back to Larry's side. "Come on guys keep it up!" cheered Rainbow. Now fully charged Amber called out, "Lurantis Solar Blade on Lycanroc!" Lurantis launched a blast of green light in the air and raised it's left arm. Finally bringing it down on the opposing Lycanroc doing massive damage but living on one health. "Lycanroc can you continue?" asked Larry. Lycanroc nodded ready for it's orders, "Alright Stone Edge on the opposing Vikavolt!" The Lycanroc stomped the ground with it's front legs as giant pillars of rock suddenly popped out of the ground. "Dodge it and use Energy Ball!" Symon ordered. Vikavolt quickly moved out of the Stone Edges range and began charging up a grassy orb. When Larry realized what just happened he tried giving out and order but watched as his third Pokemon was struck with the green orb and knocked out. "Lycanroc is unable to battle!" the ref announced. The ponies and Spike jumped up and cheered with glee. "You did good buddy," said Larry returning his Lycanroc into it's ball. "Congrats you've taken out two of my Pokemon you're halfway there," said Larry. "Great!" said Amber. "But that doesn't mean I'm going easy on you," Larry smirked. "Now Vikavolt X-Scissors on Lurantis!" Vikavolt quickly charged at Lurantis with it's pincers raised high. "Quick dodge it!" Amber ordered. But although her Lurantis managed to dodge the attack it didn't notice the Vikavolt curving around and striking it in the back knocking it out, "Lurantis!" Amber called out. "Lurantis is unable to battle. the ref announced. "Vikavolt thunder bolt!" Symon ordered. His Vikavolt let out a screech as it struck Larry's Vikavolt with a bolt of lighting taking it out. "Vikavolt is unable to battle!" the ref announced. "Good work get some rest," said Larry returning his Vikavolt into it's ball. The ponies cheered louder. "Well done you only have one more," said Larry taking out his final ball. "I've been saving this one for the last," said Larry smiling. "Go Golisopod!" said Larry throwing his ball. Golisopod burst out of it's ball and landed in front of Larry ready to finish what was left. "Good job Vikavolt return," said Symon. "Go Sandslash!" said Symon throwing out his second Pokeball. As the ball opened a white rodent with blue spikes protruding from it's back with metallic claws popped out. "Go Sylveon!" said Amber throwing out her third Pokemon. "This is it Amber this is his last Pokemon," said Symon. "I know," replied Amber. "Let's finish this," Amber said. Symon nodded in response before turning back to Larry. Larry smiled as he pointed at Symon's Sandslash, "Brick Break!" "Wait what!?" scream Symon. But it was too late, before Symon could give out an order his Sandslash was struck hard in the forehead with Golisopod's arm and went down instantly. "Sandslash!" Symon screamed. "Sylveon Moon Blast!" Amber ordered. Sylveon began charging up a pink orb before launching it towards the bug water type. "Dodge it and use Leech Life!" Larry ordered. Surprisingly Golisopod was fast as it quickly got out of the way and bit down on Sylveon hard draining her life energy. Sylveon let out a pained squeal before it went down. "Sylveon and Sandslash are unable to battle!" the ref announced. Both Amber and Symon returned their Pokemon before taking out another ball. "Alright this is my last one," said Amber. "Ninetails let's go!" throwing her ball releasing a nine tailed fox with white fur. "Yanmega let's go!" Symon yelled as he threw his third ball calling out his bug flying type. "Let's finish this Brick Break on Ninetails!" Larry ordered. His Golisopod began charging at Amber's Ninetails with it's arm raised high. "Ice beam!" Her Ninetails inhaled and let loose a blast of icy beam straight towards Golisopod. "Use Brick Break and push forward!" Larry called out. Golisopod began smashing bits of ice using it's arm before finally appearing in front of Ninetails. Amber panicked watched as her beloved Ninetails was struck down. "Ninetails is unable to battle!" the ref. called out. Larry smirked at his accomplishment before Symon surprised him, "Air Slash!" When Larry realized that he was caught of guard, Symon's Yanmega quickly turned around and struck Golisopod with multiple blades of air knocking out Golisopod for good. "Golisopod is unable to battle!" the ref. called out. "This means the winner goes to Challenger Symon and Amber!" "We did it," said Symon. "YOU GUYS DID IT!!!" squealed Pinkie as she ran up with the rest cheering with glee. "WE DID IT SYMON!" screamed Amber. "WE BEAT LARRY!" "I KNOW!" Symon screamed back. "Good job Golisopod," said Larry returning his Pokemon into it's ball. He got up and approached Symon and Amber with a smile. "Congratulations you two," "Thanks Larry," said Amber. "You know to be honest I didn't thin you guys would actually win but looking back on it now it appears the whole Ultra Beast incident made you powerful," "I'm so proud of you two," said Larry giving them a hug. "Thanks Larry," said Symon. "Now how about we record your victory into the hall of fame before we head off to Iki town for a victory celebration for your accomplishments?" said Larry. "That would be great," said Symon. "Well then follow me you two," said Larry. Symon and Amber looked back at their friends with a smile as they happily ran after Larry. > Chapter 24: Grand Finale Part 2: Goodbyes > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- As the group partied on Luna looked up at the Alolan Night Sky. The thought of having to go home was something she had wished for this entire time. But now saying goodbye was something she was afraid of. "Hey Lulu something wrong?" asked Larry walking up to her. "Oh um it's nothing," said Luna wiping a tear from her eyes. "Come on don't lie to me," said Larry. "It's just that before all I wanted was to go home," said Luna. "But now the thought of having to leave is making me.." "I understand," said Larry. "Sun, Hau, and Kukui had the same experience with Lillie," Luna looked at him with sad eyes. "They told me Lillie had gone to another region Kanto specifically in the past to help her mother get well after a similar experience with the Nihilego fusion," Luna's eyes widened in shock,"Really?" Larry nodded,"It must've been hard for them," "But Kukui had said the when your saying goodbye to someone you love you gotta show them one last smile," Luna looked down processing what Larry had just told her. "Um Larry can I have a moment to myself?" asked Luna. "Sure thing take your time," said Larry standing up and walking away. Knowing that Larry was gone Luna let a small smile form on her face followed by a single teardrop rolling down her cheek. As the party came to a close that night, Sun and Lillie summoned Solgaleo and Lunala to open Wormholes leading back to Equestria. As the two were setting up for the ponies departure, the group said said their last goodbyes as the ponies prepared for travel. "Are you sure you're gonna be alright?" asked Kukui. "Yes we'll be fine," answered Twilight. "Thanks for everything," "Don't forget about your malassadas!" said Hau bringing over eight bags for the ponies and one small bag for Spike. "Oh I'm sorry but we can't take this," said Starlight. "Why you don't like sweets?" asked Hau. "No it's just that you already did so much for us already," answered Twilight. "Don't sweat it just think of it like a gift," said Hau distributing the bags. "Oh thank you so much for this Hau," said Fluttershy. "Symon Amber we just wanted to thank you for all that you've done for us," said Twilight. "Just trying to help," said Symon smiling. "Don't forget about us," said Amber. "We won't," said Twilight wiping away a tear. "Thanks for everything Gladion," said Starlight. "Anytime," said Gladion. "All ready!" Sun called out. The group turned around to find a large Wormhole already opened and ready for the ponies. "Well then I guess this is goodbye," said Twilight. "Be safe and remember Alola's blue skies and seas," said Kukui grinning. Suddenly a loud screeching interrupted the ponies and humans greetings. "What was that?" asked Fluttershy. Just as she asked, a large ball of electricity came crashing down in between the ponies and humans. Once the electricity dispersed a creature resembling something similar to Tapu Bulu but with an orange Mohawk with orange and turquoise eyes hovered around. "Ho if it isn't Melemele island's guardian Tapu Koko," said Hau. "It appears Tapu Koko came to see you off as well," said Illima. Tapu Koko suddenly jumped back to join Hau's side staring intently at the group. "Once again thanks for everything!" said Twilight as she and her friends approached the Wormhole. "We wish you all a safe travel back," said Larry. "And remember the Alolan spirit!" All the ponies waved their hooves as they stepped through the Wormhole one by one. "Don't forget about us!" said Symon. "Cause we won't forget about you!" added Amber. "Remember the great memories we made together and be sure to say hi to your other friends!" said Lillie. "We will thank you and goodbye!" said Starlight. "With that all of us bid you Alola!!" Larry called out. Everyone waved and Tapu Koko let out another screech as the ponies waved back disappearing into the Wormhole. Watching the Wormhole disappear from sight everyone began heading back to their homes. "Do you think they'll be alright?" asked Symon. "I'm sure they'll be just fine," said Larry looking up at Alola's night sky. As the Wormhole appeared in Celestia's throne room the returning ponies were greeted by hugs and love from everypony around them. "Welcome back My Little Ponies," said Celestia. "We're glad you decided to come back to us," said Cadence. "How are the Changelings?" asked Twilight. "They returned to their hive," answered Shining Armor. "That's a relief," said Twilight. "But enough about that," said Celestia. "How about you tell us what you did during your time in Alola," Twilight smiled knowing that she would have a big story to tell to everypony. Twilight and Celestia followed the rest of the group out as everypony made their way back to their homes. Just as she stepped out on the balcony, her ears twitched as she thought she heard two familiar cries. Looking up she could she that some of the stars connected to create the faces of Solgaleo and Lunala. "Is something wrong Twilight?' asked Celestia. "No it's nothing," said Twilight smiling. She looked back up one last time before following Celestia back in. One thing lingered in her mind as she settled in her teacher's warm embrace. Solgaleo, Lunala Thank you both for everything.