One popular theme is their rivalry. How they constantly try to outdo each other in Pokémon battles and in their quest to become Pokémon Masters. Another is their growth as trainers, and how they influence each other's development.
The theme of redemption can also be found. Maybe Gary has made some mistakes in the past and Ash helps him see the right path. Or vice versa. Additionally, the idea of them exploring new regions together and facing unforeseen challenges as friends is quite popular. It adds an element of adventure to the stories.
There are fanfictions that focus on their shared history. Their childhood days, how they first got interested in Pokémon, and how their different family backgrounds might have shaped their approaches to Pokémon training. This gives readers a deeper understanding of their characters and why they act the way they do in relation to each other.
Chapter 316, "Blood Jade Fox and Teasing, Boiling Xia City, Migration Begins (Part 3)", is the clearest early answer because it pushes Blood Jade Fox into a new phase or setting. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Li Xuanling and Li Tiancheng both walked over from behind at this... to Li Xuanling asking about the price of Yangyuan Pill proved she had....
Chapter 109, "Not One Deserves to Stay on His Friends List!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Uncle Zhao's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from And another thing," Jiang Li said, taking out a tissue to wipe her...
Chapter 11, "She Smiled, He Panicked", is the clearest early answer because it turns Qin Xiaoxiao's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with After a meeting, Shang Shaojing pinched the bridge of his nose,...
Chapter 305, "Twists and Turns—Severed Arms, Heads, and a Forced Retreat", is the clearest early answer because it turns Great Xia's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, Why did the underground temperature suddenly rise?" "It's coming from.... By the end, Leader, let me go capture him." ............ Inside the broader battle storyline, the chapter closes with "Leader Li, regarding casualties, Long Mountain isn't comparable to Great Xia.
Chapter 315, "New Policies for Long Mountain, Cold Apple Tree and the Silver Mine (Part 2)", is the clearest early answer because it turns Cloud Dragon Army's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with In April, the march begins from Xia City to Longyou; in May, the... and follows through with Otherwise, it's a minor issue if they're unhelpful during sudden....
Chapter 94, "Finally, Someone Comes to Calculate Affection!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Yin Yang Theory's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, Jiang Li really has some skills, being able to figure that out." "Can.... By the end, Brother is going to dress you up;
Chapter 317, "Wrapping Up the Migration, Great Xia's Flourishing Scene, Star-picking Hall", is the clearest early answer because it turns Great Xia's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from This is clearly a multi-beneficial and highly effective policy. to In the spirit of just arriving, Li Tiancheng didn't dare to be....
Chapter 332, "Chen Ying's New Discovery, Xia Yuning, and a String of Good News (Part 3)", is the clearest early answer because it turns Li Xuanling's situation into a concrete plot event. The setup is Oh, I see, no wonder the captain had us bring iron picks and shovels..., but the pressure keeps building through With Zhu Yinhua around, it most likely means there really is a silver....
Chapter 308, "Shocking Turn, Grave Injuries, and Restless Hearts", is the clearest early answer because it turns Cloud Dragon Army's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Five people emerged from the crowd. to But judging by the loud noise when they hit the ground, those who....
Chapter 323, "Approaching Labor, the Talented Xiao Family Assembles Urgently", is the clearest early answer because it turns Great Xia's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on Lin Lan spoke more and more proudly, and the three women beside her... and ending on Today's Xiao Family, with its own strength alone, is enough to secure....