REDWELL

The Past

Being one of the first Pokedex holders, Red has certainly lived through a lot. Having a relatively normal childhood in the small town of Pallet, it wasn't long before the wheels of life started turning for him. Learning how to battle and catch Pokemon from an early age, not even could quantify just how much of a natural he would be at it. With a simple Poliwhirl and a dream, it wasn't long before he started off his journey on a chance encounter. Perhaps it would be fitting that his future closest companion and then rival would the first true trainer he encounters on his journey. Either way, after seeing and losing to the legendary Mew, Red set out to properly meet Professor Oak himself. After helping solve a problem that he partially caused (woops), he had himself a Pokedex and a brand new Bulbasaur to travel Kanto with. [break][break]

Red's journey would be characterized by ups and downs, like most are. He caught plenty of Pokemon along the way, met all kinds of new people, and dealt with a lot of people's problems as he encountered them. Of course, at this age, all Red and Green could do was bicker whenever they'd met. Battles, arguments, competitions, and all sorts of altercations characterized their interactions, though there was always that underlying respect between them. While Red might not have agreed with Green's methods and cool as a cucumber persona, he had to admit that the kid was good at training. And then there was Blue. What could he even say about her. Beyond the whole stealing thing that plagued their first interaction, it wasn't long before the two of them had a genuine friendship going. In the back of his mind, he kinda hoped that there could be more to it, but that was nothing to dwell on. [break][break]

It wasn't long before Red and his new friends would be truly tested though. With the help of Green and Blue, he came into open conflict with Team Rocket, and it's villainous leaders. After all, its not like he could just let their injustices stand after all. It was just natural to him. Little did he know that fighting against evildoers would become an important theme in his life. Though that's not to say that it distracted him from his goal. He trained each and every day to become the greatest trainer that he could, not only to prove himself, but now to protect those who couldn't be protected. [break][break]

It was around this time that he helped protect and teach a young girl whom he didn't really know at the time. Of course, he didn't think much of Yellow at first, but this good deed would later come around to help him in a big way. With his goal of the Indigo League close in sight, it seemed like his long journey would finally reach it's end (if only). Fighting through the tournament with every bit of knowledge and second trained coming out in full force, he managed to reach the final round. It was only fitting then that his opponent would be most trusted training partner, Green. Their bout was legendary, and eventually came down to Green's Charizard versus Red's trusty Saur. In probably the hardest fought victory of his life, Red was able to take it over his rival and become the youngest ever winner of the Pokemon League. [break][break]

Unfortunately for Red though, there would be no rest for the wicked. Upon receiving a challenge from Bruno of the Elite Four, he would be ambushed in Mt. Moon. After he was used to gain information, he would be frozen solid by Lorelei. Luckily for him, his Pikachu managed to escape and found Yellow of all people. This started the young trainer on a quest to track him down and free him from the Elite Four's clutches. However, Yellow wouldn't end up being the one to rescue Red. That would instead be Giovanni, who had his own motivations for doing battle with the Elite Four. Soon enough, Red was able to rejoin his friends and help finally defeat Lance. He was quite surprised at the proper trainer that Yellow had managed to grow into, but was proud of her nonetheless. Though he did manage to not realize her gender somehow. [break][break]

In the coming months, Red would primarily be focused on trying to nurse his injuries from being frozen. While he managed to pass the test to the Viridian City Gym Leader easily, he would have to turn it down for these reasons. Though he would get a tip from Green about where he could properly heal his injuries. It wasn't long before he set out to Mt. Silver, so he could soak at the special springs near the top of the mountain. Low and behold, another world ending plot was being cooked up that Red had to try and stop. This time adding Gold, Silver and Crystal to the fold, it wasn't long before they were able to stop the Masked Man properly. [break][break]

It seemed like the Fighter would once again be unable to rest, because Team Rocket was apparently back. After a couple rematch bouts with Giovanni and a space pokemon that took some of his blood (long story), he managed to get himself turned to stone. Though that didn't last long (at least in his mind) because soon enough he was returned to normal and met even more dex users. This would become a bit of a trend for him honestly, every year, new dex users. There were the trio from Sinnoh, and then eventually Unova and Kalos. It was getting a little bit absurd in his mind, but he was making sure to meet each and every one of them. It was kinda a bit weird having people look up to him so much, but he did accomplish a lot in his short life thus far. He at least had his original family too though. He always found time to train with Green, and spending time with Blue was definitely a highlight of his life.

The Present

Nowadays, Red is a bit of a nomad. He's always travelling around and trying to uncover new techniques and training methods. Though with the advent of a new threat on the horizon, he's been spending much more time with Green and Blue in Kanto. This one feels different to him honestly. Of course, he's always ready to go kick some ass, but there is something nagging in his mind. Those being the young people. They are just like younger versions of himself when he started his journey. It doesn't want them to see pain, bloodshed, and whatever horrible things that Cruor is cooking. He's the famous Red. Surely he can both protect the world from them and protect his new family from hardship, right? [break][break]

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