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I found this great series of stories at Oddish Grove, a Pokémon fan fiction site which no longer exists. I have been contacted by the author who is happy for me to host his stories here.

Ash's Alternate Adventures

Tales of the Resistance

Part III The Thunder Platoon

by Oddish

Prologue

MEMORANDUM Classification: Top Secret

To: Gen. Artemis and Brig. Blaine From: Col. Surge Re: Thunder Platoon

I have completed my personnel selections for the Special unit you have proposed. I agree that now is the time. Although the Rockets have lost ground since Ares was eliminated 4 mo. ago, Giovanni has settled in as his replacement and is rapidly taking measures to strengthen them. It is essential that we retain momentum. Selections as follows:

TEAM LEADER: Capt. Ash Ketchum. Ash is the best person we have within the stated age category. Despite his limited intellect and compulsive nature, his training and fighting skills are top-notch, and he has unusual understanding of electric Pokémon and their attacks. Also, he is capable of independant action.

FIRST OFFICER: Lt. Misty Arewt. Misty and Ash work well together, with her intellect supplementing his drive and action-oriented nature. Misty may be at the top edge of the age bracket, but she is too good a choice not to use.

POINT MAN: Lt. Nicholas Hart. Despite his young age, Nicky is a quick-thinking operative with lots of drive. In addition, he has strong personal motivation for being in on this operation.

REAR GUARD: Lt. Gary Oak. Despite emotional scarring, Gary is a highly effective and knowledgeable trainer. He also has useful scientific experience from his association with Prof. Oak.

TRAINING OFFICER: Myself. My military experience makes me a natural choice for this task, even if I am too old to be in the platoon myself.

I have consulted with Maj. Cordoba and he agrees with me. We can be ready for deployment within 15 days.

Signed: Col. N. Surge Commander, Delta PMR Cell

END MEMORANDUM

RETURN TRANSMISSION

To: Col. Surge From: Gen. Artemis

I concur with your personnal selections. Proceed at your discretion, ASAP. Good luck and good hunting.

Signed: Gen. Artemis Commander in Chief, PMR