c140: The Bubble Frog Shows Signs of Evolution!!
"But… we'll see each other again, right?"
"Right now, the most important thing is to win today's 10th and final summer camp assessment only then can Froakie officially become my Pokémon!"
At 7:30 AM, the mist lifted gently from Mount Tokiwa, and the white clouds drifted lazily across the sky. Ash, having just completed his daily morning training, stood near the camp clearing, gazing at the small wooden lodges, which were already echoing with the sounds of students waking.
"Froakie, let's go. We'll stop by the camp Pokémon Center to get checked by Nurse Joy, then head to the mess hall for breakfast."
"Quack!"
The always-cheerful Froakie chirped with delight, his eyes narrowing in bliss at the mention of food.
But just as Froakie jumped along Ash's arm to perch on his shoulder, his body suddenly burst into a brief, blinding flash of evolutionary white light.
Though it lasted only a moment, Ash clearly saw it—a pure evolutionary radiance that shimmered around Froakie's slim frame.
"Huh?!" Ash's eyes widened in astonishment.
Froakie landed awkwardly on the ground, visibly shaken.
"Quack!! Ash, am I going to… die?" Froakie croaked in alarm, trembling slightly.
Ash immediately crouched down and patted Froakie's head with a calm smile.
"You're not dying, Froakie. That light means something amazing… it's a sign of evolution. You're getting stronger."
"Quack—(o_n)…"
This Froakie wasn't like the Bulbasaur or Squirtle Ash had once befriended those two resisted evolution at first, each for their own reasons. But this Froakie, born in Kalos and deeply tied to the fate of the region as revealed in previous chapters was destined to grow strong and play a crucial role in saving Kalos from an approaching crisis.
From the moment they met, Froakie had shown unusual talent, persistence, and loyalty. Unlike Pokémon who feared the changes that come with evolution, Froakie craved growth and longed for the strength to protect his friends and trainer.
Now, hearing that the white flash meant he was close to evolving, Froakie's face lit up with joy and pride.
"For now, don't focus too much on evolving," Ash added. "When the time is right, and your strength is ready, it will happen naturally."
"Quack! Mmm-hmm!!" Froakie nodded vigorously, full of determination.
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[Froakie - Status Update]
Level: LV.16 (32/460 EXP)
Type: Water
Nature: Serious
Ability: Torrent
Hidden Ability: Protean (Change Form freely)
Mystic Trait: Bond Transform – a divine-level mutation linked to Ash's emotions
Stamina: 41
Attack: 56
Defense: 40
Special Attack: 62
Special Defense: 44
Speed: 71
Total Stats: 314
Potential: S (Peerless)
"Favored by the luck of the Kalos region. This Froakie is destined to awaken during Kalos's darkest hour, when the region faces a catastrophe."
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Skills (Training Progress):
Proficient:
Pound (200/1000)
Bubble (200/1000)
Liquid Circle (1/1000)
Quick Attack (1/1000)
Intermediate Proficiency:
Growl (23/500)
Water Pulse (347/500)
Lick (117/500)
Rain Dance (112/500)
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Throughout the two-week summer camp, Ash had maintained a strict morning regimen, rising daily at 6:30 AM for Froakie's physical and skill development. His routine, inspired by the discipline taught at Professor Oak's early training academy, emphasized balance between strength, speed, and emotional bonding.
Every morning, Froakie joined Ash for laps around the lake, accuracy drills with Water Pulse, meditation under waterfalls for control, and shadow battles to simulate real-world encounters. These rigorous sessions gradually honed Froakie's abilities and increased his synchronization with Ash—a key factor in triggering Bond Phenomena later observed in advanced trainer pairs.
And now, just hours before the camp's final trial, Froakie had shown the first shimmering sign that his evolution was near.
The bond between trainer and Pokémon had grown not just stronger but destined.
Although Ash had to participate in summer camp assessment activities during the day, he still used his remaining free time to diligently complete the task of duplicating the entire Valley Camp's Pokémon move data, along with the 100 Drone Rotom battle techniques that Yoko had brought from Silph Co.'s tech division.
This rare opportunity being granted access to so many diverse Pokémon skills was something Ash knew he wouldn't have once he left the safe and well-regulated environment of the Pokémon Summer Camp. Here, under the protection of Professor Oak and with access to cutting-edge support, he could learn and copy skills without fear of harm. Because of this, Ash deeply treasured the chance and made sure not a minute was wasted.
It could be said that aside from helping Froakie train in the early mornings, all of Ash's time was split between battling and technical learning.
Even with this packed schedule, Ash never faltered. Rain or shine, he maintained his morning training with Froakie without fail. After two full weeks of continuous performance and move coordination practice, Froakie's level had climbed steadily to LV.16.
Due to the relentless and focused training schedule, Froakie's proficiency with Liquid Circle and Quick Attack had advanced from "Learned" to "Proficient," and Water Pulse which was once unstable and unfocused had become his strongest ranged technique. Though not shown in any numerical system, Ash and Froakie's teamwork and mutual understanding had evolved significantly, especially during their mock battles in the triathlon and obstacle courses.
That morning, Ash took Froakie to the camp's Pokémon Center for a routine health check from Nurse Joy, then headed to the cafeteria.
"Today's the last day. I wonder what the final assessment is gonna be. Feeling nervous?" asked Trevor, gently adjusting the lens on his camera with a shy smile.
When he first arrived in Kanto and was temporarily housed at Ash's home in Pallet Town, Trevor had been quiet and withdrawn. But as the days passed and his bond with Ash, Serena, and the others deepened, Trevor became more relaxed and talkative around the group though he remained timid around strangers.
Of everyone, however, Serena had changed the most during the summer camp.
When she first arrived from Vaniville Town in Kalos, Serena had been soft-spoken and hesitant. She avoided eye contact, flinched around unfamiliar people, and often clung to her best friend Shauna's sleeve, hiding behind her whenever anyone approached.
But over the past two weeks, through daily training with Ash, personal guidance in battle technique, and exposure to different Pokémon careers from breeders to performers to researchers Serena gradually found her dream and her voice.
She overcame multiple fears, participated in battles, and even dared to speak up in group discussions. The once-timid girl now carried herself with a quiet confidence, and her radiant smile became one of the most recognized among the camp's participants.
Yet, even as she grew stronger, her heart remained uncertain.
"The camp ends today, and I'll be going back to Kalos… I might never see Ash again. What if he forgets about me?"
"Ash is so amazing… so many girls at the camp like him. Could someone like him ever notice someone like me?"
As they exited the cafeteria, Serena walking beside Shauna and Tierno—stole a glance at Ash, who strode ahead like the leader of a small expedition team. Her heart felt heavy.
"Let's go. Time to gather. We'll find out what the final event is once the Professor announces it," Ash called, glancing back at his group.
Gary: "Got it~"
Shauna: "Ready!"
Trevor: "Y-Yeah, let's go!"
"Good morning, everyone!!" shouted a student from across the camp grounds.
"Morning!!" echoed a few others.
"Professor, good morning!" called Student Z.
Professor Oak, standing at the front near the central field where a large announcement board had been set up, smiled as he saw all the campers gathering.
"Excellent. It looks like everyone is full of energy today," he said warmly.
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