It might be about an emperor in the Johto kingdom in the Pokemon universe. It could involve power struggles, as perhaps other regions or powerful trainers are vying for control of the Johto kingdom. It may also explore the local Pokemon species that are unique to this area and how they interact with the emperor and his subjects.
Well, in many fanfictions, Ash's training before going to Johto can vary greatly depending on the author's imagination. Sometimes it's intense and focused, while other times it's more laid-back and includes unexpected adventures.
The movie 'Trouble with the Curve' has elements drawn from real stories. However, it also takes some creative liberties to make the plot more engaging for the audience.
Trouble with the Curve is not a true story. It's a work of fiction that was written to engage and captivate the audience through an imagined narrative and characters.
I don't know which book you're referring to. However, generally speaking, the plot and character development of a novel have a certain degree of curvature, which depends on the genre of the novel, the author, the bookstore, and other factors. Some novels might add some twists and turns in the story to make the characters experience more challenges and grow up. These could be seen as a certain arc.