Michael just gotten back from a small gaming tournament, for Pokemon specifically. It was something he would take part in when it came by his town, just a fun little thing to do when he could. He never did too hot at them, and would only win a few games before being eliminated. It never really bothered Michael, but he did wish he could at least make it to the finals once. 
He shrugged it off and kept on going with his work. Michael never really went out of his way to try to improve his strategies and gameplay, so he never really improved. He wished there was a way we could improve faster, but of course it was just a pipe dream. Michael deep down knew if he wanted to improve he would need to practice. 
So he thought. A few days later while doing some research, he came across an ad guaranteeing that they had an item that could "level up" his game. The best, and oddest part of it was it was free.  Despite everything telling him not to, Michael went ahead and ordered it anyw

It was Christmas time in the World of Pokemon,and everyone was busy. People were buying gifts and decoration, the little kids were paying with their Pokemon friends, and everyone was so happy.
John and Mike were getting ready for the holidays. “Okay, mom said to set of the lights on the tree, ready with the glaceon blue lights?” The older brother, John asked.
“Ready.” Mike, the littlun said.He carried the christmas lights over john, and they began setting up the tree lights.
“So, Mike, is there anything special you’d like Santa’s Delibird to bring you this year. You deserved it after being such a good kid all year long.”
“Well, there is one thing.” Mike said. “However, it would be very hard to find one at this rate. All I want is another Pokémon.”
“Oh? To go with Snorunt, Sneasel, and Meowth? they are getting a little lonely, what would you like to add to your collection?” John asked, putting a G