Road to The Plateau, Part 1 - Prelude

Ash has just won the Unova League, but is now seeking a new goal. As Ash faces the thrills and peril of being a Gym Leader, an old enemy's resurrection, and war, he fins that the world isn't as clean as it looks. Story is canon up to Ash and Trip's Vertress Conference match. NO Pokeshipping, but hints of Pearl, and Advanceshipping. Combines Manga and Anime. ON INDEFINITE HIATUS.