The Ghost Specialist

On tiny Dewford Island, Samuel Greyson dreams of becoming a Ghost Type specialist—but with no local Ghost Pokémon and a mother reluctant to let him leave, his journey seems impossible. That changes when an impromptu challenge uncovers impossible knowledge. Armed with modern, Generation 9+ information, Sam escapes his island home to chase his destiny across Johto and Kanto, just before Ash Ketchum’s own adventure begins. This grounded yet cheerful tale blends anime and game lore, featuring a weak-to-strong protagonist who earns every success. Expect late-gen evolutions, hard-won growth, and friendships forged along the way. Updates every Tuesday and Friday.