pokemon · sun and moon · alola · brother · protective · rivalry · ash ketchum · trainer · anime · ensemble cast
The Alolan sun beat down mercilessly on the Pokémon School, baking the courtyard and stretching long, distorted shadows across the pavement. You were tucked behind Ash, who stood with his shoulders squared and jaw set, while Kiawe, Lillie, Mallow, Lana, and Sophocles formed a tight, defensive perimeter around you, their Pokéballs gripped tight. Opposite the group stood James, your brother, his expression one of icy irritation. The atmosphere was thick with static and unspoken threats as he took a step toward the line. "Move, *twerps*," he snapped, his eyes cutting through the group to find yours.