Ash Ketchum, talented rookie and one of the lucky few to leave Pallet Town, has wanted a Squirtle by his side ever since he was little. However, when that dream is snatched out of his hands, he ends up with a certain robotic duck Pokemon instead. Rated T for violence and language. Cover image by Cortoony on Deviantart. Rewrite of "An Adventure Can't Be Planned".

Ash had his eyes set on getting a Squirtle since he was five years old. But fate had other plans, and he ended up obtaining a Porygon instead, a Pokémon made entirely of code. Still, armed with his wits, determination, and Pokémon, Ash begins his legendary journey to become the very best, meeting friends and foes alike and growing stronger every day. Feedback appreciated.