The first thing Sahib noticed when he stepped into the building were the trainers. God I'm getting tired of these people, he thought in annoyance as he grabbed Furret's Pokeball. He suddenly recognized the Rocket guy in front of him. Oh great, Sahib thought dryly, you again. Then suddenly a Vileplume stood facing him. Sahib debated on bringing out Quilava, but then thought better of it. He tossed Furret's Pokeball, and the ferret-like Pokémon appeared in a bright flash of light.
"Heh…you know, I think you look familiar," the guy said. "Vileplume, start off with petal dance."
"No ****, we've battled before," Sahib snapped back. "Furret, use quick attack."
Furret complied quickly while Vileplume began to spin. Using the quick attack, it was able to dodge most of the petals. Vileplume spun harder, releasing even more. Furret finally dodged them all, and slammed into Vileplume. The large flower Pokémon cried out as it skidded to the ground from the force of the quick attack. Furret leaped away, just incase Vileplume decided to retaliate with some other move.
"Not that, kid," the grunt said. "What I mean is," he began, "you look like someone I know…personally." A smirk appeared on his face. Sahib kept his face carefully blank and empty. The man began to laugh hysterically. "I KNEW IT! Vileplume, use poison powder!" he shouted to his Pokémon, a mad grin upon his features.
Sahib couldn't even move, let alone speak. Furret glanced back at him, unsure of what to do. Vileplume unleashed a veil of purple powder that floated slowly outward towards Furret. Furret backed away. Sahib stared at the man, fists clenched. His heart pounded so loud he was sure other people could hear it. That's silly, he reminded himself. He looked at Furret, and realized that the powder had taken effect. Furret was coughing, eyes clamped shut in clear pain. I'm sorry, Furret, Sahib thought.
"What do you mean by that?" Sahib asked, fearing the answer. "Furret, use quick attack to get you close, and then hit that Vileplume with a slam!"
"Hehe…" the man chuckled darkly. Sahib clenched his teeth. "You know exactly what I mean by that."
While they were having their little chat, Furret and Vileplume were busy fighting. Without much of a real order, Vileplume had decided to use petal dance. It was swirling again, sending those flowers straight towards Furret. Furret was able to finally dodge almost all of them. It slammed into Vileplume with as much force as it could manage, knocking the Pokémon to the ground. Vileplume cried out.
"I don't know," Sahib growled back. "Furret use fury swipes, now!"
Furret glanced at Sahib, finding something off in his voice. Then, without further hesitation, it began to attack Vileplume. Sahib and the man both noticed that Vileplume was struggling to get up. Sahib smirked, the Vileplume's paralyzed. The man sighed heavily and shook his head, and then ordered a solar beam. Sahib looked at his poisoned Pokémon and then he ordered a slam.
"Sure you do, Bihar," the guy said, his mad grin growing wider. Sahib stayed silent. "Don't you know your precious daddy is one of us?" Sahib glanced around and was relieved to see no one else was there. "Ran away he did," the man said, "when Giovanni wanted him to do something he just couldn't bear the thought of. Hah! Weak if you ask me." The man ordered Vileplume to use mega drain now, once he had noticed that the solar beam had missed.
Sahib stared at the man. "Yes, but that's your opinion," he said in a deathly quiet voice. "My father isn't weak," Sahib murmured, more to the ground. He nodded towards Vileplume. "Furret, use quick attack." His voice was empty, and eyes were oddly dark. Sahib glanced at the man. "What difference does it make now?"
"You still don't get it, little boy," the man said with a chuckle. Sahib glanced listlessly at the battle. Furret still had the upper hand, so he turned his attention to the man once more. "How do you know your father isn't working for us again? When was the last time you spoke with him?"
"I…just…a while ago," Sahib grumbled, gaze flickering to the floor.
"Exactly." The guy glanced at his Pokémon and let out a sigh. "Of course, defeated once more," he murmured as he recalled the Vileplume. Sahib recalled Furret and walked up to the guy. A tiny smirk pulled at the corner of the man's lips. "You could simply shake my hand," he mused, "and then I could tell you everything you want to know about your daddy. Don't you want to know, Sahib?" The man practically cooed his words. Sahib stared down at the man silently, unsure of what to do. "Well, don't you want to know? Just shake on it, and we have a deal." Sahib lifted up his hand. The man smirked and stretched his hand out a bit more. Sahib grabbed the man's hand and shook it, staring into his face.
"Do I get my first bit now?" Sahib asked.
"Of course," the man replied. "I know everything about your father. Let's start with the beginning, shall we?" The man chuckled. Sahib regarded him silently as he waited. "Your father joined us for such a simple reason. He wanted power to defeat his brother, and he knew that we could give it to him."
"And…?"
"That's all you get," the guy snapped. "I don't think a handshake calls for much. You'll learn more." Sahib was about to say something when he noticed a man appear.
He was wearing a blue suit and had long red hair. He didn't look to be very old. He appeared to be a few years younger than Sahib's father. Sahib stared at him silently. The man smirked and nodded at Sahib. "Hello there. I don't believe we have met before. My name is Silver. I am the son of the great Giovanni." The man, Silver, paused. He pulled out something from his pocket. Sahib wasn't terribly concerned, but did wonder what was happening. "You see, lately we have been adapting Rage Technology to the human body. It has had quite remarkable results, it would be a shame for you to interfere in our work and end up like those older fools who entered a short while ago." Sahib realized he was talking about the Clan of Hope guys, but didn't really give a damn. He heard the others shout, but stayed silent. "Oh, they're on the top floor, having a bit of a discussion with our leader. Oh, and future ruler of the world." He pressed a button on the device, causing a loud siren noise to start erupting from the Radio Tower.
Sahib.
Sahib's eyes widened and he glanced about, looking for signs of the Pokémon that had contacted him. He knew the voice. Where are you? He asked back.
Oh, Sahib, you should not have gotten involved. The voice was full of bitterness. Sahib didn't reply. In any case, now you mustn't blow your cover. Fight the Rhyperior that is coming, and show us you are strong.
Us?
You know as well as I that he is with me, and we are near. Sahib let out a breath and nodded. Silver was speaking, but Sahib paid him no heed. Now fight Sahib…and win.
Yes, Alakazam, Sahib thought back silently. …Yes, father…He grabbed Quilava's Pokeball and his Pokedex at the same time. The Rhyperior looked strong, but Sahib wasn't terribly worried. He watched as the others bolted away, so Sahib ran after them, not really scared of the Pokémon. The Rhyperior broke through the walls, obviously enraged by the signal.
"Quilava," Sahib breathed, tossing the Pokeball.
"LAVA!" Quilava roared. Sahib stared at the brighter than ever flames on his back. Upon order, Quilava unleashed a lava plume without hesitation. Rhyperior roared and charged through the flames, slamming his body into Quilava's. It was like a massive take down. Sahib clenched his teeth as he ran. Quilava kept up slightly, but didn't go as close to Sahib as normal. Quilava was clearly underpowered—he was just too small.
"Quilava!" Sahib shouted, knowing that this battle was important.
Quilava shouted its name, and suddenly it began to glow. Sahib looked on in surprise, completely stopping in his running. Quilava roared a new call this time. Sahib stared at the large Typhlosion before him. The brilliant red fur and eyes made Sahib stare. He then smirked, it was tiny though, more like a quirk of his lips. He ordered another lava plume. This time, the attack came more powerful. It made the Rhyperior hesitate. Sahib called out to Typhlosion, and together they ran faster.
"Glaceon blizzard!" The shout made Sahib stop. Bill was standing there, a Glaceon by his side. The charging Rhyperior was stopped, frozen dead in its tracks.
…Meddlesome, came Alakazam's thought.
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"I'll take care of the rampaging Pokémon, I have the help of some Pokémon Rangers! You guys get to the top floor and save Grecko and the rest!" Bill shouted. Suddenly he was gone from the staircase. Sahib stared after Bill, vaguely wondering what was going on up there. He turned away from the frozen Rhyperior and then ran upstairs, the others close with him. Finally they approached another floor. Sahib pushed the door open. There were electric Pokémon all over the place. Oh great, Sahib thought.
Fight them and continue…I trust you will have no problems, Alakazam thought.
I have a question, Sahib shot back as he grabbed Wartortle and Furret's Pokeballs. Typhlosion was eyeing a Voltorb with a rather eager expression.
Which is? Alakazam questioned.
Why are you guiding me now? Sahib wondered. "Typhlosion, get rid of that Voltorb. Use lava plume!" Sahib called. "Then focus on that Luxio over there. I'll have Furret and Wartortle out to help soon." Typhlosion nodded and quickly set to work. Sahib watched briefly, and then focused back in on his conversation with Alakazam.
Because you need it now, Alakazam replied.
Does my father know you're talking to me? Sahib wondered.
Obviously, Alakazam replied. Now focus, I must concentrate myself.
Sahib forced himself to stop thinking aloud (which sounds weird when you think about it) and watch Typhlosion. Typhlosion had easily disposed of Voltorb, now it was working on Luxio. Sahib brought out Furret and Wartortle to help. Wartortle glanced around nervously. Sahib knew it would be weak to the electric types, so he brought out his Pokedex. Hmm…he thought. Alright, we'll go after that Pichu. Then he can handle Magnemite, I suppose, Sahib decided.
"Wartortle, take on Pichu. Use water pulse as much as possible and try to confuse it. If it uses thunder shock, use protect," Sahib ordered quickly, knowing he also had to give orders to Typhlosion and Furret. "Once Pichu's done, go for Magnemite. Stick with the same tactic. You can throw in an aqua tail, but try not to get paralyzed."
Wartortle nodded swiftly and turned towards Pichu. It smirked, thinking it was going to win against this water type. Wartortle smirked in return, shooting a rather strong looking pulse of water towards Pichu. Sahib smirked slightly, and then glanced to Typhlosion. He was dodging Luxio's attacks with ease. Typhlosion is clearly faster, Sahib decided.
"Furret, you're going to take that Electrike and Elekid," Sahib said. "Go after Electrike first. Try for some quick attacks and slams. Use fury swipes if you have to. I know it'll be hard not to, but try not to get paralyzed. Typhlosion can help you out once he's done with his." Furret nodded as well and set to work. Sahib turned to Typhlosion. "Alright buddy, use lava plume on that Luxio," Sahib ordered. He glanced at his other Pokémon.
Wartortle was protecting against a thunder shock. The Pichu was covered in bruises. Sahib called for a water pulse. Wartortle dropped the veil and sent a pulse of water directly for the poor Pichu. Sahib felt a twinge of remorse in him as the Pokémon cried out. It was just a baby after all. The Pokémon hit the ground and didn't get up. Wartortle turned to Magnemite and began to set to work. Sahib looked to Furret now. Furret had obviously gotten paralyzed. The poison in his system was taking a toll. Sahib cursed, having forgotten about that. Just hang in there, Sahib thought. Furret dodged a low kick, but only just. Sahib bit his lip, unsure of what exactly to order. Finally he just went for a quick attack. That alone was barely enough to finish the Elekid off. Sahib recalled Furret, deciding just to rely on Typhlosion and Wartortle to finish the rest. He noted that Typhlosion had finished off Luxio.
"BAKUN!" Typhlosion cried happily.
Sahib grinned slightly. "Good job. Now get that Electrike," Sahib called, pointing to the green Pokémon. Typhlosion nodded swiftly, flames engulfing its body. Sahib watched as it used a flame wheel on the Pokémon, causing it to cry out.
Jeez, this is giving me a headache, Sahib thought, turning around to see how Wartortle was faring. Wartortle was using aqua tail. Sahib watched as it slammed its watery tail into the Magnemite, causing the floating Pokémon to slam into the ground. Seems like an excellent move, Sahib decided. He glanced at Typhlosion. Typhlosion was having no trouble whatsoever. He used quick attack, and then followed with a bright burst of flame wheel. Sahib let out a breath and looked at Wartortle. It was protecting this time.
"Finish it off, you two. Typhlosion use lava plume. Wartortle use water pulse!" Sahib called.
[FONT="]And in moments, it was over. Sahib recalled his Pokémon silently. [/FONT]
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The moment Sahib knocked the door down from the top floor, he saw Grecko, Gage, Angela, Lance, and Elm lying on the floor unconscious. Their Pokeballs were scattered about the room. Sahib saw Sly on one knee before a shadowed figure. He stared silently, and then brought his eyes up to the man standing there. He knew without looking the others were there as well, even though he could've sworn they hadn't been. Oh well, who cares? Sahib thought as he turned his attention back to Sly and the man before her.
"Oh Sly, it's been a while since I helped you during Kanto's dark days, but things are different now, and I have new goals in mind," the man says. Sahib squinted in a futile attempt to figure out who it was. Sly lifted her head.
"This isn't even right! You're supposed to be dead Giovanni!" she shouted back. Sahib's eyes widened and he stared at the man Sly had deemed Giovanni. The man slowly descended from the shadows.
"I was, it's amazing what science can do!" Sahib felt sick at the word science. It reminded him of his father. "It can bring the dead back to life, and now I can finish what I started," Giovanni declared. Sahib frowned when Giovanni fully emerged from the shadows. He was connected to numerous tubes and wires. He was also in a wheel chair of sorts. A tube ran to his mouth, which was connected to (what Sahib assumed) was an oxygen tank. Amazing, was all Sahib thought. Giovanni turned his gaze to each of them. Sly turned and laughed.
"Well Giovanni, looks like we have some unexpected company. I suppose you'll have to take them out as well?" Sahib's eyes narrowed. What, exactly, was this woman suggesting? Giovanni laughed simply.
"Well, unfortunately for them I have gathered all the test results and data I need from this and now it is time for my departure. Be aware that Team Rocket is still alive, and our new plan will not fail!" Then, he jumped out the window. Suicidal freak, Sahib thought, knowing that he wasn't dead anyway. He peered out the window. Giovanni flew on his wheelchair into the horizon. Well now, Sahib mused, that's a pretty sight. He followed the others to help Sly up, but didn't offer her a hand. Something had changed in him. He wasn't a little boy anymore.
"Thank you for coming, I was unsure whether Grecko's call would be enough to spark your attention. They were knocked unconscious with sleeping gas, but they'll awaken soon." Sly let out a breath, and then paused suddenly. Her eyes were wide, and she looked almost terrified. "If science was able to bring Giovanni back to life, then…No, never mind, that isn't possible," she concluded. Sahib's eyebrow shot up curiously.
Take whatever she says, Alakazam's voice sounded. It could be vital information.
Yes, Sahib agreed.
(OOC: Post 2, 3, and 4 all right there ^^)