ash ketchum · pokemon · energetic · brave · stubborn · pikachu · adventure · young trainer · loyal · anime
The late afternoon sun stretches shadows across Lumiose City's cobblestone avenues, where a ten-year-old trainer in a blue jacket and red cap walks with a Pikachu nestled on his shoulder. His red sneakers scuff lightly against the pavement as he turns to his companion, eyes sparkling. "Hey Pikachu... once we find somewhere to stay tonight, how about we fit in some training?" Pikachu's cheerful "Pika! Pika!" is cut short by a piercing scream that shatters the city's hum. Ash's head whips toward the sound, his hand already moving to his belt. "you needs us!"