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Continuing on toward the Hoenn League, Mew and her friends find themselves on small rocky Muscle Island only one more ferry ride away from Mew's next Gym battle. The gang soon looks to find themselves on the docks of the island, and look around.
"Muscle Island, huh?" Mew says.
"I'm seeing a lot more rocks than muscles," Max says.
"Wonder why they named it that?" May wonders.
Brock looks at the guidebook, "Well, we don't have to stay on it for very long. There's a ferry from here to Mossdeep City later today."
"That's good to hear," Mew says.
"How long do you think it's gonna take to get there?" Zinnia asks.
Brock looks at the guidebook, "Uh, uh, we'll be in Mossdeep City when we wake up."
"Yeah. Just one more day till my Gym battle. I can't wait," Mew says, excited.
Shortly after, Mew and the others decide to walk around the island to explore.
"Anyone else as thirsty as I am?" May asks, "You'd think by now, we would've found a restaurant or something?"
"Lots of rocks," Max says.
"And more rocks," Jen says.
"We haven't even seen any other people yet," Brock says.
"I wonder why the ferry comes here?" Molly asks.
Suddenly, they hear voices, "And begin. Right. One, two. One, two. One, two. One, two. One, two. One, two…"
Confused, Mew wonders, "Hey, what's this?"
Meanwhile, at the beach, Team Rocket's submarine quickly reaches shore, and the trio runs out in a panic.
Meowth cries out, "Abandon ship, everybody, out."
Jessie follows, "Oh, no."
"It's gonna blow!" James cries out.
Everyone continues running and hides behind the rocks. They soon peek out from behind the rocks to see nothing is happening, leaving them confused.
"Nothing's happening, Meowth," Jessie says.
And Meowth says, "I never said it was gonna explode. James said it was gonna explode."
Soon, the waves come in and wash their submarine away, making the three scream in shock.
And they all cry out, "No," and see their submarine swept into the sea and sink.
Jessie angrily turns to James, "So, James, why did you make us abandon ship?"
"Meowth said we were sinking," James panics.
"And you're welcome for noticing the sub was filling with water," Meowth says.
James and Jessie angrily say, "Because you opened the window."
Suddenly, they hear voices, "One, two. One, two."
"What's that?" Meowth asks.
As it turns out, there are other people on the island changing 'One. Two' over and over again. They either train to throw Pokeballs, lifting weights and Pokemon, and the Pokemon help their trainers exercise.
Turns out, Mew and the others arrive to see people training, physically.
"They're workin' hard," Tomo says, surprised.
"Yeah," Zinnia says
"Looks like some kind of outdoor Gym," Max says.
Do you think they're Pokémon Trainers?" Max wonders.
"If so, it's gotta be the most physical Pokémon training I think I've ever seen," Brock says.
And soon, they notice one of the trainers. The trainer is a man who has muscles. He wears a purplish blue tank top, dark gray wristbands, dark shorts with orange lines. He has brown hair and brown eyebrows.
The man calls out, "Keep it up, you lightweights, no slacking off. The key to success in battle is the Trainer's physical strength. How can the Pokémon triumph if the Trainer's body gives in?" He then turns to see Mew and the gang, "Hmm?"
He walks up to them and says, "Hello there, my name's Rocky."
The gang replies, "Hi, nice to meet you."
"So I take it you've come here to join my Gym?" Rocky asks, with a grin.
The gang has sheepish expressions.
And May says, "No, we really just showed up by accident."
"Yeah, we're waiting to catch the ferry to Mossdeep City and we thought we'd explore the island," Mew says.
"Well, aside from the port, my camp here is about all there is to see on Muscle Island," Rocky says.
"What about a restaurant?" Molly asks.
"Is there at least a general store or something?" Brock asks.
"Afraid not. We all carry in whatever supplies we need," Rocky answers.
This has the gang concerned.
"That's not good," Zinnia says.
"What do we do now, Brock?" Max asks.
"We're almost down to the last of our food and water," May adds.
"I know, and I'm hungry.," Brock says.
"Me too," Jen says.
Then Rocky says, "Don't worry."
The group turns to Rocky.
"We have enough here to fix something for all of you," Rocky says.
Amazed, Brock says, "Wow, are you sure, Rocky?"
"Yeah," Rocky says, "But then how about if you pay us back with some stories from your travels?"
"What kind of stories?" Max asks.
"Like, what different sorts of Pokémon and Trainers you've battled? What kind of strengths and weaknesses they had? We're interested in all that kind of stuff," Rocky says.
"Oh, I get it," Mew says, "So all of you are Pokémon Trainers here to work out?
"That's right," Rocky says, "I run this camp for Trainers who wanna get into tip-top shape.
"Yep," Rocky saus, "But hey, I'm sorry. I forgot to ask your names."
"Oh, I'm Ashley, from Pallet Town,"
Pikachu and Eevee introduce themselves.
"I'm Tomo," Tomo says.
Meloetta and Skwovet introduce themselves.
"I'm Jen, nice to meet you," Jen says.
Amaura happily says.
"I'm Molly," Molly says.
May says, "Hello, I'm May."
"And my name's Max," Max says.
"I'm Brock. Nice to meet you," Brock says.
"And I'm Zinnia, great to meet you," Zinnia says.
"Pleasure's mine," Rocky says, "Now you realize that the ferry won't be here for a while. How about a little workout before you go?"
The group gasps.
"You mean exercise like them?" Mew asks.
"You got it," Rocky says, "To really master Pokémon battling, building up your physical strength is essential. That's why my workout camp is the most popular one for people who really want results," And smiles.
"Does strength really matter?" May asks.
"You have to admit, it does seem possible," Max says, "Maybe if you were in better shape, you wouldn't have gotten all messed up in your last contest."
"Count me in, Rocky. Let's get started," Mew says.
Pikachu and Eevee happily agree.
"What?" May questions.
"Now that's the spirit," Rocky says.
Then Max says, "I'll go too."
"Hey, why not? I could use a workout myself." Brock says.
"I sure like to try," Zinnia says.
"Me too," Tomo says.
"Me three," Jen says.
Molly however, "I'm not too sure."
"But, guys, what's the point?" May asks.
"You should do it too," May says, "Whether all of this strength stuff helps or not it won't hurt you or anything."
"Ah, how about if I just watch you guys for a while before I make up my mind?" May says.
"Okay. You can watch over Molly," Mew says.
"Okay," Molly says.
However, unknown to the gang, Team Rocket spots them from the bushes.
Jessie says, "Perfect. We started out searching for a meal."
"Instead there's a Pikachu and Eevee to steal," Meowth says.
"Well, I can certainly see how this island got its name," James says.
And the Meowth says, "Wait, I just thought of something brilliant. Why don't we join in and workout ourselves? We'll be as strong as them in no time."
"Huh?" Jessie says, confused.
And James asks, "What purpose would that serve?"
And Meowth explains his idea in mind, "Just imagine the Boss waking up one morning. Suddenly, he gets the feeling he's being watched, spied on."
"Where do you get these stories?" Jessie questions.
Meowth continues, "He searches for bugs and cameras but comes up empty. And he realizes that he never gets to relax anymore, that his life has become one worry after another from morning to night."
"So?" James questions.
"So," Meowth continues, "He's tired and unhappy all the time. But just then the Boss has an idea," And imitates his voice, "I know, I'll hire bodyguards. Big muscly ones. Yeah," With a snap of the fingers, Jessie, James and Meowth appear.
Meowth continues pretending to be Giovanni, "That's it. Now with these big, strong bodyguards protecting me, I can finally relax."
And Meowth says, "And so calm once again, the Boss will say… 'For giving me such peace of mind Meowth and his friends deserve a very huge promotion."
Meowth cheers in excited, "Limousines, corporate jets, gold-plated bathroom-"
But Jessie interrupts, "Meowth, has your brain malfunctioned? Not one shred of that ridiculous story is ever going to come true."
"The part about the gold-plated bathroom might have," Meowth deflates.
But James says, "You're right."
"Huh?" The two reply confused.
"Not that part about the Boss. Think about it," James says, "Why do we lose to those Twerps time after time? Cause we're out of shape. We're always running out of energy," And becomes determined, "Not anymore. We'll get totally pumped up exercising. We'll have muscles on top of muscles so that the next time, that Pikachu and Eeve will be ours before they know what hit them."
Jessie and Meowth look at Jamees with deadpan eyes.
"Oh, boy," Jessie replies.
"My idea looking any better to ya?" Meowth says.
Just then, someone arrives on the scene, "Hey there, newcomers."
Meowth and Jessie turn to see the trainer.
The man says, "My name's Randy. Come with me. I bet you're anxious to get your workout started."
Before Mewoth and Jessie can say anything, James says, "Oh, yes, we are. Just show us the way."
"What?" Jessie and Meowth say, confused.
At the training ground, Max and Jen try to pick up a Pokeball, but can't lift it.
"No way, I can't even pick this ball up," Max says.
"It's really heavy," Jessie says
That's 'cause it weighs thirty pounds," The trainer says.
"What?" Jen asks, shocked.
"What's the point of that?" Max asks.
"Just think, after working with this, throwing pokéballs is easy," The trainer says.
Meanwhile, May is riding on an exercise bike. Molly is standing and watching, since she's little to do it.
May smiles, "This is more fun than I expected.
"And it's good for you. Cycling builds up your leg strength and that can really help your footwork during a battle," The female trainer says.
"But why would a Trainer need to have good footwork?" May asks.
"In battle, your Pokémon are constantly in motion, aren't they? In order to keep a close eye on what's happening a Trainer has to be mobile and active as well," The trainer says.
Curious, Molly says, "I didn't think of it."
Meanwhile, Mew and Pikachu are holding ropes.
"We're ready over here, Rocky," Mew says.
"Pika," (We're ready.) Pikachu says.
"I'm starting it up," Rocky says, and presses the button.
Soon, the rope begins to swing around in a circle.
"The way to do it is to try to time the rope so that you both grab at the same second," Rocky says.
"Let's give it a try, Pikachu," Mew says.
Pikachu and Mew try but can't reach.
"Whoa, this is hard," Mew says.
This helps the Trainers and their Pokémon to get into perfect sync. Great exercise for improving teamwork," Rocky says.
"I admit. It does make a lot of sense," Brock says.
"I get it," Mew says.
Then turns to Piakchu, "On a count of three, we'll reach."
As the rope swings, Mew counts, "One… two… three."
And they both end up grabbing each other's hand, or paw.
"Great team work you two," Rocky says.
"Eevee," (Great work.) Eevee says.
"Hey Eevee, you wanna go?" MEw calls out.
"Eevee!" (Yeah!) Eevee says.
Pikachu jumps off the rope as Eevee jumps on.
"Ready Eevee?" Mew asks.
"Eevee," (Ready!) Eevee says.
As they swing, Mew counts, "One… two… three!" And both Eevee and Mew grab each other's paw/hand.
"Great work you two. You both have a stronger team work there," Rocky says.
Suddenly, they hear Jessie's voice, "Oh, it's easy."
The gang turns to see Team Rocket on the treadmill.
"And a lot more fun than I thought it would be," Jessie says.
"I told you," James says.
Mew and the others walk over.
"Team Rocket?" Molly replies, confused.
"What are you doing?" May asks.
"When did you get here?" Zinnia asks.
The three stop for a second with a, "Hmph," And soon continue running.
"Exercising as anyone can tell," Jessie says.
In no time, I'm going to be a lean mean Pokémon-stealing machine," James says.
"Think how fast our getaways will be," Meowth says.
The three continue.
Rocky walks over and says, "We sure do have a lot of guests today. Sometimes we go months without any."
Mew turns to Rocky, "Yeah, but, Rocky, these three are not the kind of guests you want at your camp."
"They're known as Team Rocket and they're up to no good," Max says.
"Always, give up problems," Jen says.
"Well, they certainly haven't done anything wrong since they've arrived here," Rocky points out, "And besides, look how much fun they're having."
"I guess they are," Mew says.
James says in thought, "With this workout, I'll soon be the strongest and fastest in all of Team Rocket and the Boss will make me the Leader."
And Jessie says in thought, "With this workout, I'll look so good in my uniform that I'll be a movie star or a fashion model in no time."
And Meowth says in thought, "With this workout, I'm starting to get pretty hungry. A cheeseburger would be nice and some chili fries. Maybe a nice funnel cake."
"I guess you're right," Zinnia says.
"They're not up to anything right now," May says.
Then Rocky says, "I had a thought, Ashley…"
"Huh?" Mew questions.
"What's your reason for traveling to Mossdeep City?" Rocky asks.
"Oh, I'm going there for a Gym battle to try and earn my seventh badge," Mew says.
"Thought so," Rocky says, "How'd you like a warm-up battle right now before you go?
"You mean, you and me?" Mew asks.
Randy says, "Rocky's the best Trainer here on the island without a doubt."
And the female trainer says, "We're all pretty good, but none of us can ever beat him."
"Oh, I could give it a try," Mew says.
Pikachu and Eevee say, excited.
"It'll be good practice for me," Rocky says, "And it'll be fun to beat someone that I haven't beaten before," and laughs.
The group looks confused.
"Oh, wow, what an attitude," May says.
"Well, what do you say?" Rocky asks.
"Let's go for it, guys," Mew says.
Pikachu and Eevee agree.
"I'll come and cheer for you," Max says.
"Me too," May says.
But Rocky says, "No, you won't."
"Huh?" The group says, confused.
"Sorry, rules," Rocky says, "Here on Muscle Island the standard is every battle is an end unto itself and therefore, must be fought one on one with no fans."
Then turns to Rocky, "You ready, Ashley? Let's do it."
"Where should we battle?" Mew asks
"There's a good spot by the water," Rocky says.
"Great," Mew says.
Then the group hurries off to the battlefield.
"That's too bad," May says
"I've never heard of a rule like that," Jen says.
And Max says, "And with my luck, I'm probably missing a great battle."
"Oh, well, at least we can sit around and relax," Brock says.
But then Randy says, "Hey, come on.
"Yeah. Let's get you three back into your workout," The female trainer says.
Back at the treadmill, Meowth says, "That Twerp's gonna battle that musclehead Rocky. All we gotta do is wait until Pikachu and Eevee are tired out and then we swoop in and grab it."
Jessie happily says, "I feel great. Fame and fortune will soon be mine."
"Working out is great. I feel the excess blubber melting off," James says.
Meowth shouts, "Hey, am I the only one who remembers what we're here for?!"
Soon, Mew and Rocky are at the beach and ready to battle.
Rocky says, "Ashley, how about instead of a regular battle we both pick two Pokémon and have a double battle? What do you say?"
"That sounds good to me, Rocky," Mew says.
"Right then. I'll just start us off," Rocky says and calls out, "Walrein, Quagsire, come on out."
Then Walrein and Quagsire come out.
"Walrein and Quagsire. Both are Water-type Pokémon," Mew says.
She then calls out, "Pikachu! Eevee! Let's go!"
Pikachu and Eevee get on the battlefield.
"Alright, Ashely, come on now. Let's see what you got," Rocky says
"Alright then," Mew says, "Pikachu, use Thunderbolt on Walrein, now."
Pikachu uses Thunderbolt towards Walrein.
But then Rocky calls out, "Quagsire, protect Walrein."
"Oh no," Mew says.
And it turns out they're both fine thanks to Quagsire.
"Clever, because Quagsire is also a Ground Type, Electric Attacks won't work on it," Mew says.
"I wouldn't battle with Water-types without having a plan for your electric attacks. And now it's my turn. This'll probably be over soon," Rocky says.
"That's what you think, Rocky," Mew says.
Back at the training rounds, everyone is doing sit-ups with the Geodudes.
"Whose bright idea was this anyway?" May asks.
"Who knows," Jen says.
"The worst thing is, we're missing Ashley's battle, "Max says.
"I wanted to see it too," Molly says.
"How long do we have to keep doing this?" Zinnia questions.
Back at the treadmill, Jessie and Meowth are getting tired as well, but James is fine.
"How long do you expect us to keep this up?" Jessie asks.
"We're doing six -minute sets, campers. So just a few more hours," Randy says.
Jessie and Meowth react in shock, "Huh?"
"You gotta be kidding me," Meowth says, stunned.
"I know what you mean. Time flies when you're having fun," Randy says before he lets out a laugh.
Jessie says, "I not only don't care about Pikachu and Eevee anymore. If I keep running like this, there'll be nothing left of me but a skeleton."
This has gotta be one of the worst plans we've had in a long time," Meowth says.
But James says, "You guys must be talking about workouts? Isn't it wonderful to feel the burn? I love it too. I feel the lactic acid seeping into my muscles. My youth's returning to me."
"I'd say it's more like the oxygen is seeping out of your brain," Jessie says, tired.
"Okay, now that I think about it this is definitely our worst plan ever," Meowth clarifies.
Meanwhile, Mew and Rocky are still battling.
Rocky calls out, "Walrein, Ice Ball."
Walrein uses Ice Ball and fires it at the pair.
"Dodge that with Quick Attack," Mew calls out.
Both Pikachu and Eevee dodge with Quick Attack.
"Pikachu, use Iron Tail on Warlain! Eevee, use Leaf Blade on Quagsire!" Mew calls out.
Pikachu and Eevee begin to perform their attacks, but then, the two switch their spots.
Seeing this, Mew calls out, "Pikachu, Eevee, stop!"
They both do just that and land on the ground, canceling their attacks. And they both are able to do it without bumping into each other.
"Not bad," Rocky says, "The key to tag battling is keeping both of your Pokémon perfectly synchronized. I can tell that you will definitely master it."
"Thanks. Pikachu, Eevee, and I have been together for a long time," Mew says.
Then Rocky calls out, "Walrein, hit them with another Ice Ball."
Walrein begins to fire it at Walrein.
Mew calls out, "Pikachu, now use Thunderbolt on Walrein."
Pikachu uses Thunderbolt towards Walrein, but Quagsire blocks the attack.
"Not again," Mew says.
Then Ice Ball has been fired towards both Pikachu and Eevee.
"Dodge guys!" Mew calls out.
Pikachu and Eevee dodge the attacks before it can be hit. Seeing it, Mew also notices something off about the Ice Ball.
Just then, Rocky says, "Oh, well, I should have known. But since I've already beaten everyone on the island I was really looking forward to battling an outsider 'cause I thought it would be more of a challenge. I was even thinking about leaving the island and traveling around to battle other Trainers. But now I guess you mainland trainers aren't all you're cracked up to be."
"Don't be so sure, Rocky," Mew says, "For one thing, I'm still nowhere near beaten."
"Yeah? Let's see how big you talk after taking another hit or two from my Walrein?" Rocky says.
Mew narrows her eyes, but a thought comes to her mind, "There's something off about the Ice Ball Attack… and Quagsire is always guarding Walrein while doing so. There has to be a way to use that.
Back to Brock and the others who are now doing push ups. Max has his Shroomish on his back.
"My arms are sore," Max says.
Having Bulbasaur on her back, May says, "My back is breaking."
"Well, my spleen hurts and I don't even know what one is," Brock says, having Lombre on his back.
"I'm really sore," Molly says, having Teddiursa on her back.
Jen, with Amaura on her back, says, "This is tirng."
"It's not that bad," Tomo says, having Meloetta and Skwovet on his back.
"Yeah. It's not once you get used to it," Zinnia says, having her Whismur and Dratini on her back.
At the treadmill, Jessie is very exhausted, "I'm so done. Who cares about Pikachu and Eevee?"
"Don't quit now, you're just starting to build new muscle tissue," James says, excited, "Can't you hear your muscles talking to you?"
"Yeah, they're screaming for help," Meowth says.
Then Jessie turns to Meowth, "I can't do this anymore. Let's make a break for it."
"But how do we do that with all these muscle heads around?" Meowth asks.
Indeed, Team Rocket are being watched by the trainers.
"Just watch," Jessie says.
Then calls out, "Oh, look, up in the sky, it's a UFO."
"Huh?" The trainers say, confused and looks up in the sky.
Jessie laughs, "Ha ha."
"Come on, let's bolt," Meowth says.
But James looks around for the UFO as well, "Hey, wait, where is it? Where's the UFO?"
The two fall over in disbelief.
"I don't see anything, you guys," James says, "But who needs the distraction? Let's keep those legs pumping," And continue running, "One-two, one-two, one-two, one.."
Mew calls out, "Eevee, use Swift Attack!"
Eevee uses Swift, and opponents dodge by hiding behind the rocks.
Rocky calls out, "Walrein, another Ice Ball."
Walrein fires another, but bigger.
"A bigger one," Mew calls out, "Strike back with a Double Iron Tail!"
Pikachu and Eevee use a Double Iron Tail at the Ice Ball. They both struggle and end up falling back, and both barely land on their legs.
"You two, okay?" Mew asks.
Pikachu and Eevee nod in response.
"That Ice Ball must have been a more powerful one," Mew says.
"That's right, " Rocky says, "Walrein's Ice Ball gets a little more powerful every time it's launched. The fourth one's coming up. It'll all be over soon."
"Ah, I wouldn't be so sure about that," Mew says.
Mew then thought, "A little powerful in every use, hmm… I need to come up with a very good plan to counter that.
Back at the training ground, Max turns to the others, "I've got an idea."
Then calls out, "Hey, you guys?"
"Huh?" the trainer replies, turning to the group.
"Why are you stopping?" The female trainer asks.
"Cause, uh, well, we left something really important back on our boat, see," Max says.
"Oh. I can go get it for you," Randy says.
"You just keep going on with your workout," The female trainer says.
"Uh, gee, thanks, but.." Max says.
But Brock says, "Uh, that's nice, but I think it's probably best if we go and get it ourselves."
"Yeah, it's a hard thing to describe," May says.
That's right," Jen says.
"It's so big," Molly says.
"Oh, that's a shame," Randy says.
"You were just getting going," The female trainer says.
"'Yeah, bummer," Brock says.
Everyone then grabs their backpack and takes their leave, "We really hate to go."
The group continues to leave.
Team Rocket spots them leaving, which gives them an idea.
"Hey, that's a pretty good idea," Mewoth says.
Then calls out, "Excuse me, drill sergeants. We got to go to our sub. I left the oven on."
"Yes, and I forgot to water the plants," Jessie says.
Confused, James asks, "What're you talking about? Our sub is at the bottom of the ocean and our mission depends on this workout."
Both they both angrily scold James, "No, this workout's over."
"Okay," James sheepishly says, "
Back at the battlefield, Mew is trying to think of a way to beat Rocky.
"I gotta think of something. There has to be a way to stop that attack," Mew says.
Soon Walrein is powering up the attack.
"Here it comes," Mew says.
"Rocky says, "Ice Ball, Walrein."
Then Walrein fires the attack.
"Dodge it, guys," Mew says.
The two Pokemon dodge the attack.
Mew realizes something in thought, "Hey, wait. That one took longer. The more Ice Balls, the slower they get," And Mew has a plan, "Okay, I've got it."
Then Rocky calls out, "Ashley, I'm gonna finish you off now with one last Ice Ball Attack."
Walrein charges up the Ice Ball.
Mew calls out, "Pikachu, use Thunderbolt on Walrein."
Pikachu charges and fires the attack.
Rocky calls out, "Guard, Quagsire."
Quagsire gets in front of Walrein and blocks the attack.
Mew calls out, "Eevee, use Leaf Blade on Quagsire!"
Eevee charges in and strikes at Quagsire with full force.
"Hey, what's up?" Rocky asks, shocked.
Mew then calls out, "Quick, Pikachu, use Thunder on Walrein."
Pikachu then fires the attack at Walrein and strikes at it with full force. Soon, both Quagsire and Walrein are knocked out.
"Quagsire, Walrein," Rocky calls out, but they're both knocked out.
"Good job. That took care of them," Mew says.
Pikachu and Eevee agree.
Seeing both his Pokemon down, Rocky calls them back, "Return."
And both Pokemon are put back in their Pokeballs.
"Great job, thank you. You both did your very best," Rocky says.
Then turns to Mew, "Ashley, that was an incredible battle and comeback. You figured it out. Each Ice Ball I launch takes a little longer than the one before. But no one ever took advantage of that weakness till now. Not only that, you had perfect synchronization on that combination attack. That was really good."
"Thanks, that's nice, Rocky, but I think you were very impressive," Mew says.
"But you won," Rocky says, "Obviously, there are some trainers off this island who are worth battling."
"Oh, yeah, lots," Mew says, "There's even some who are stronger than me."
"Well, then time for a new plan," Rocky says, "Just being the best here on the island doesn't mean as much as I thought it did. Instead, I'm gonna start over and go off on a training journey the way you have, Ashley. So if we meet again somewhere, will you battle me?"
"Yeah, I sure will," Mew says.
"Yeah, but next time, I hope to battle you as you are… Mew," Rocky says.
Mew becomes surprised, "Wait, you found out who I am?"
"Yeah. I figured it out during your battle, especially how sync you are with Pikachu and Eevee. I can also tell that Eevee was more in sync with you than Pikachu. Plus, I can tell how strong you are for all your time in traveling from what you explained, " Rocky says.
"Thanks, but try to not let this spread. I'm keeping it on the downlow," Mew says.
Rocky nods, "Sure thing, your secret is safe."
"Thanks," Mew says.
Suddenly, she hears May's voice, "Hey, Ashley."
May turns to see the rest of the gang running over.
"Is your battle over already?" Max asks.
"Yep, and it was a good one," Mew says, and turns to Rocky, "Right? Wasn't it, Rocky?"
"Yeah, the best battle I ever lost," Rocky says, before he laughs.
Later that evening, Mew and the others are on the ferry and can't wait to get to Mossdeep City.
"We'll get a good night's sleep and wake up in Mossdeep City," Brock says.
"Awesome," Mew says.
Then turns to her Pokemon, "Are you ready for another great battle?"
Pikachu and Eevee happily agree.
"Can't believe you're going for your seventh badge already," Max says.
You'll get it, too, Mew. I know it," May says.
"We know you can win it," Zinnia says.
"Thanks guys," Mew says.
"I wonder what kind of Gym leader they'll be," Molly says.
"And what Pokemon they'll use," Jen says.
"We'll have to wait and see.
Unknown to them, James is hiding behind the corner and dressed as a ship's captain.
James says to himself, "Now we've got you trapped here on a boat. There are only so many places you can hide."
However, Jessie and Meowth are very sore.
Jessie messages her legs, "Oh, my legs, my back."
"My whole body's in agony," Meowth adds.
But James says, "It was a sacrifice, but it's going to be worth it. Our bodies should be in top form for this."
Then Team Rocket walks over dressed as the ship crew.
James asks, "Are you this Pikachu and Eevee owner?"
"Yes, sir. Why?" Mew says.
"Don't you know Pokémon are not allowed aboard this ship?" James says.
The group becomes dumbfounded, "Huh?"
"But when we boarded, nobody said anything," Brock says.
"It's only Tuesdays and Thursdays," James says
Just hand over your Pokemon and we'll hold it for you," Jessie says.
Then James grabs Both Pokemon.
But Mew refuses, "Hey, get your hands off. What's going on here?"
And with that, Team Rocket performs the motto.
Jessie:
Prepare for trouble. This is no pleasure cruise.
James:
Make it double. You gave me a bruise.
The group gasps, realizing who they really are.
Meowth then rushes out, "Hey, not the motto. What's the point then of using the skipper disguises?"
"I just felt like the mustache look wasn't working for me," Jessie says.
"Okay, let's do this in our usual style," James says.
And then the two take off their disguises and continue on.
Jessie:
To protect the world from getting fat.
James:
To unite all peoples or crush them flat.
Jessie:
To run on the treadmill of truth and love.
James:
To shine with sweat like stars above.
Jessie:
Jessie.
James:
And James.
Jessie:
Team Rocket works out at the speed of light.
James:
Surrender to our superior conditioning or prepare to fight.
Meowth:
That's right.
Wobbuffet:
Wobbuffet!
Chimecho:
Chim Chim Chim
"Oh, Team Rocket," The gang replies, angrily
James says, "After our great workout, you twerps won't stand a chance against us."
"Even my aim has improved," Jessie says and throws the net, capturing both Pikachu and Eevee
Then pulls them away.
But Mew grabs the net, "Pikachu! Eevee!"
Soon, it becomes a tug-a-war between Mew and her friends, and Team Rocket.
"Give it up," James says.
"You'll never out-tug-of-war us," Mew says.
"That's what you think," Mew says.
"Yeah, we worked out too," May says.
They continue to pull on the net which makes Pikachu and Eevee upset.
Jessie says, "Keep the pressure on. It's starting to come our way. Pull."
"Keep pulling. It's coming our way," Brock says.
"It's gonna break," Max adds.
Unable to hold it any longer, both Pikachu and Eevee use Thunderbolt and cause the explosion sending not only Team Rocket blasting off, but Mew and her friends as well
As they blast off, Team Rocket cries out, "Team Rocket's blasting off again!"
Despite Team Rocket being blasted off, Mew and her friends find themselves flying overboard from the ferry as it floats away towards Mossdeep City.
Mew's Files
Pokemon On Hand: Eevee (Female). Pikachu (Male). Ho-Oh (Female). Moltres (Male). Zapdos (Male). Articuno (Female). Lugia (Male). Latios (Male). Latias (Female). Manaphy (Female). Floragato (Female). Braixen (Female). Shiny Wynaut (Male). Foongus (Male). Lillipup (Male). Drowzee (Male). Grubbin (Male). Blipbug (Male). Sneasel (Female). Ralts (Male). Ralts (Female). Togetic A.K.A Faye (Female). Pikachu-Two (Male). Eevee - Two (Female). Drakloak (Male). Shiny Slowpoke (Female). Shiny Dragonair (Female). Plusle (Male). Minun (Female). Emolga (Female). Furret (Male). Pansear (Male). Makuhita (Male). Omanyte (Male). Kabuto (Male). Meditite (Female). Younger Mewtwo (Male). Shaymin (Male). Jigglypuff (Female). Electabuzz (Male). Magmar (Male). Yamask (Male). Diglett (Male). Burmy (Male). Burmy (Female). Archen (Female). Elgyem (Male). Pawmi (Male). Fomantis (Male). Pink Celebi (Female). Shiny Lapras (Female). Swellow (Male). Grovyle (Male). Corphish (Male). Mudkip (Female). Combusken (Female). Carvanah (Male). Torkoal (Male). Gulpin (Female). Finizen (Female). Vulpix (Female). Numel (Male). Applin (Female). Shiny Milotic (Female). Spoink (Male). Clamperl (Female).
Master Ball: Mewtwo (Male)
Pokemon in Professor Oak's Ranch: Papa A.K.A Zeraora (Male). Dubwool (Male). Phanpy (Male). Jynx (Female). Heracross (Male). Shiny Hisuian Zoroark A.K.A. Zo. (Female). Small Dunsparce (Male). Cradily (Female). Tyranitar (Male). Venusaur (Female). Blastoise (Female). Lucario (Male). Porygon 2. Gengar (Male). Gastly (Male). Ursaring (Male). Jumpluff (Female). Shiny Hisuian Lilligant (Female). Muk (Male). Bayleef (Female). Cyndaquil (Male). Totodile (Male). Snorlax (Male). Ursaluna (Male). Alakazam (Male). Annihilape (Male). Chatot (Male). Fraxure (Male). Aerodactyl (Male). Ledian (Female). Meowstic (Male) Lunatone. Sandslash (Male). Miltank (Female). Haunter (Male). Fearow (Male). Sudowoodo (Male). Pidgeot (Male). Liepard (Female). Spiritomb (Male). Red Sunflora (Female). Arcanine (Male). Magneton. Tauros (Male). Roserade (Female). Cinderace (Female). Mawile (Female). Slowbro (Male). Clefable (Female). Hitmontop (Male). Blue Gastrodon (Male). Victreebel (Female). Beedrill (Female). Gyarados (Male). Scizor (Male). Hitmonchan (Male). Hitmonlee (Male). Poliwrath (Male). Kingler (Male). Shiny Dewgong (Female). Cloyster (Male). Shiny Galarian Rapidash (Female). Ribombee (Female). Shiny Noctowl (Male). Paldean Tauros: Combat Breed (Male). Bulbasaur (Male). Delcatty (Male). Shiny Ditto. White Florges (Female). Castform (Male). Vivillon (Fancy Pattern), (Female). Honchkrow (Female). Wave A.K.A Alolain Raichu (Female). Sableye (Male). Azumarill (Female). Beautifly (Female). Red Gyarados (Male). Shiny Sylveon (Male). Tsareena (Female). Shiny Glaceon (Female).
Released: Butterfree (Male). Baby Lapras (Male).
Charicific Valley Natural Reserve: Charizard (Male).
Return to Squirtle Squad and Officer Jenny: Squirtle (Male).
Special Item: Rainbow Colored Feather A.K.A Rainbow Wing. Moltres Feather. Zapdos Feather. Articuno Feather. Lugia Feather A.K.A Silver Wing.
Items: 3 Heart Scales. 2 Soothe Bells. 1 Amulet Coin. Eeveelution Keychain. Marill Doll. Pokemon Grooming Kit. Pokemon Medical Kit. Pokeblock kit. Poffin Case. Super Rod. Key Stone (Bracelet Ring). Charizardite X (Metal-plated Collar). Silph Scope. Mysterious Dragon wing Teal Crystal. Mysterious pale blue snowflake crystal. Mysterious pink crystal with fairy wings. Mysterious white crystal with circles. Mysterious magenta pink crystal with strange symbols. Mysterious Brown Crystal with Eevee Tail. Pokeflute. Gengarite. Pidgeotite. Beedrillite. Aerodactylite. Gyaradosite. Blastoisinite. Venusaurite. Mewtwonite X, Mewtwonite Y. Alakazite. Scroll of Darkness. Scroll of Waters. Black Belt. Flaming Red Headband. Mystic Water Pendant. Silver Wing Badge. Latiosite. Latiasite. Sharpedonite. Deep Sea Scale. Deep Sea Tooth.
Pokeballs: 1 Friend Ball. 1 Love Ball. 1 Fast Ball. Cherish Ball. Safari Ball.
Evolution Items: 2 Fire Stone, 3 Thunder Stone, 1 Leaf Stone, Dusk Stone, Dawn Stone, 4 Ice Stone.
Gym Badges: Stone Badge. Knuckle Badge. Dynamo Badge. Heat Badge. Balance Badge. Feather Badge.
Ribbons: Slateport Ribbon. Lumina Ribbon. LaRousse Ribbon.
Tomo Files
Pokemon On Hand: Doduo (Female). Skwovet (Male). Meloetta (Female). Growlithe (Male). Kanto Ponyta (Male). Kadabra (Male). Cubone (Female). Tangela (Female). Staryu. Sealeo (Male). Buneary (Female). Larvesta (Female). Snom (Female). Voltorb. Galarian Slowpoke (Male). Shiny Riolu (Female). Zorua (Male). Shuppet (Male). Zweilous (Male). Munchlax (Male). Caterpie (Female). Ivysaur A.K.A Sage (Male). Wooper (Male). Barboach (Male). Shinx (Male). Blitzel (Female). Rufflet (Male). Bidoof (Male). Clobbopus (Male). Cranidos (Male). Charmander A.K.A Blaze (Female). Toxel (Male). Galarian Farfetch'd (Male). Fuecoco (Male). Squirtle A.K.S Aqua (Female). Shiny Houndour (Male.). Shiny Yanma (Female). Absol (Male). Chikorita A.K.A Leaf (Female). Cyndaquil A.K.A. Flint. Totodile A.K.A Dew (Female). Pidgeotto A.K.A Zephyr (Female). Mantyke (Male). Raikou (Male). Deoxys (Male). Tyrunt (Male). Murkrow (Male). Treecko A.K.A Willow (Female). Mudkip A.K.A River (Male). Gulpin (Male). Patrat (Male). Whismur (Female). Applin (Male).
Pokemon in Professor Oak's Ranch: Delibird (Male). Stantler (Female). Smeargle (Male). Kecleon (Male). Xatu (Female). Galbantula (Male). Leafeon (Male). Shiny Umbreon (Male). Kangaskhan (Female). Farigiraf (Female). Skarmory (Male). Mandibuzz (Female). Wyrdeer (Male). Tyrantrum (Male). Sandslah-Two (Male). Large Dunsparce (Male).
Item: 1 Soothe Bell. 4 Ice Stones. 1 Leaf Stones. Banettite. Kangaskhanite. Lucarionite. Alakazite. Absolite.
Pokeballs: 1 Fast Ball. 1 Lure Ball.
May Files
Pokemon: Combusken (Male). Beautifly (Female). Aron (Female). Mudkip (Male). Skitty (Female). Swablu (Female). Bulbasaur (Female). Smoochum (Female). Volbeat (Male). Illumise (Female). Starmie (Female). Applin (Female).
Ribbons: Fallarbor Ribbon. Verdanturf Ribbon. Lilycove Ribbon.
Max Files
Pokemon: Galarian Zigzagoon (Male). Shroomish (Male). Poochyena (Female). Nincada (Male). Surskit (Female). Gulpin (Male). Cottonee (Female). Munchlax (Male). Patrat (Male). Slakoth (Male). Woobat (Female). Starly (Female). Applin (Male).
Item: Pokenav.
Molly Files
Pokemon: 'M' Unown. Teddiursa (Male). Yamper (Female). Pawmo (Male). Tarountula (Female). Aerodactyl (Male). Sobble-Two (Male.) Grookey-Two (Male). Greavard (Male). Espeon (Male). Murkrow (Male). Sableye (Male). Maschiff (Male). Hoppip (Female). Phanpy (Male). Cufant (Male). Shroodle (Male). Smoliv (Female). Litleo (Male). Gible (Male). Fidough (Female). Frigibax (Male). Vanillite (Female). Alolan Diglett (Male). Entei (Male). Spinda (Female). Kingdra (Male). Patrat (Female). Rapidash (Female). Applin (Male).
Molly's Mansion: Mamoswine (Male). Cinderace-Two (Female). Ariados (Male). Espeon (Female). Pachirisu (Male). Galarian Corsola (Female). Mantyke (Female). Octillery (Male).
Item: Sablite.
Jen Files
Pokemon on Hand: Amaura (Female). Hisuian Zorua (Female). Unova Zoroark (Female). Hisuian Growlithe (Male). Hisuian Voltorb. Clefairy (Female). Jigglypuff (Female). Hattren (Female). Shiny Hoppip (Female). Flaaffy (Female). Salandit (Female). Quaxly (Male). Clodsire (Female). Piloswine (Male). Rellor (Male). Impidimp (Male). Lechonk (Female). Bedew (Female). Tynamo (Male). Suicune (Male). Snover (Male). Mantyke (Male). Patrat (Female). Munna (Female). Applin (Female). Quagsire (Male). Snubbull (Female).
Pokemon on Jurassic Island: Oranguru (Male). Tadbulb (Female). Drampa (Male). Wigglytuff-Two (Male). Braviary Hisui Form (Male). Overqwil (Female). Hisuian Lilligant (Female). Lucario (Male). Riolu (Male). Donphan (Male). Sunflora A.K.A Flora (Female). Aurorus (Female). Combee-Two (Female). Murkrow (Male).
Return to Madame Munchmoney: Grandbull (Female).
Items: Ampharosite.
Pokeball: 1 Fast Ball. 1 Lure Ball.
Brock Files
Pokemon: Rattata (Male). Skiploom (Female). Rockruff (Male). Grookey (Male). Slugma (Male). Voltorb. Machoke (Male). Pansage (Male). Nuzleaf (Male). Lairon (Male). Charjabug (Male). Shuckle (Male). Shieldon (Male). Alolan Geodude (Male). Shiny Cherubi (Male). Shelgon (Male). Forretress (Male). Sandile (Male). Purrloin (Female). Venipede (Male). Sandygast (Female). Baltoy. Dwebble (Male). Hippopotas (Male). Zigzagoon (Male). Nidoran (Female). Klawf (Male). Vulpix-Two. Solrock. Pinsir (Male). Lombre (Male). Mudkip (Male). Carvanah (Male). Spinda (Female). Numel (Male) Scyther (Male). Applin (Male).
Returned to Suzie: Vulpix (Female).
Pokemon at Pewter Gym: Geodude (Male). Onix (Male). Crobat (Male). Rhydon (Female). Rhyhorn (Male). Nosepass (Female). Winter A.K.A Alolan Ninetales (Female). Summer A.K.A Kanto Ninetales (Female). Weavile (Female). Sneasler (Female). Vileplume-Two (Female).
Item: 2 Soothe Bell. 1 Ice Stones. 2 Fire Stones. 2 Water Stones. 2 Thunder Stones. Metal Coat. Aggronite. Sharpedonite.
Pokeball: 1 Heavy Ball. 1 Friend Ball. 1 Fast Ball.
Zinnia Files
Pokemon: Aster A.K.A Whismur (Female). Salamence (Male). Leafeon (Male). Jangmo-o (Male). Gabite (Male). Dratini (Female). Kingdra (Male). Applin (Female).
Item: Jade Orb.