Ash would probably be devastated. He would feel like his world has been turned upside down. At first, he might not believe it and think it's all a big mistake. As the reality sinks in, he could start to isolate himself from others, even from his Pokemon for a while. However, his strong will would eventually kick in. He would use this as motivation to become stronger, not just in his Pokemon battles but also in his ability to face challenges alone, without relying on his so - called friends.
The fanfiction might also explore Ash's inner turmoil. He could struggle with self - doubt, thinking that he was not a good enough friend. However, as he faces various challenges on his own, he realizes his own worth and that the abandonment was more about his friends' own issues rather than his shortcomings.
In most Pokemon fanfictions, this is not the case. Ash is typically portrayed as a character who values his friends deeply. Fanfictions usually build on the strong bonds he has with his friends in the original series. However, there might be some very rare and out - of - the - ordinary fanfictions that take a different approach, but it goes against the general essence of the Pokemon story.
His friends would be extremely shocked at first. Misty might scream and be really confused about what's happening to Ash. Brock, on the other hand, would probably try to stay calm and start thinking of ways to reverse the transformation right away. They would all be worried about how Ash is feeling in his new form and if he's in any pain. They would also be concerned about how they can still communicate with him effectively, since he's becoming a Pokemon.
A mysterious Pokémon whisperer might appear. This character could have the ability to communicate with Pokémon in a unique way and help Ash better understand his Pokémon, which in turn helps him grow as a trainer during his time without his friends.
At first, his friends would be in disbelief. But then, they would start to adapt. Dawn might see it as an opportunity to study a Pokémon from a different perspective. Gary could be both amused and intrigued, and might offer some scientific theories on how it happened. Overall, they would all be concerned for Ash's well - being and work together to either help him get back to normal or help him thrive in his new form.
The story could also take a darker turn. Ash's hatred for his friends might lead him to team up with villains in the Pokémon world. He could use his knowledge of his friends' weaknesses to help the villains, creating a big conflict. And his friends would then have to figure out how to stop Ash and get him back on the right side.
Maybe in the fanfiction, his friends keep getting in the way of his goals. For example, if Ash is really focused on becoming a Pokémon master and his friends are constantly causing distractions or making him take detours from his training and battles.
His friends would be very shocked at first. Misty might be a bit worried and try to find a way to turn him back quickly. Brock, on the other hand, would be more curious and start observing Ash - as - Pikachu to see how his behavior has changed. His Pokémon friends would also be confused. Pikachu himself might be both excited to have a 'Pikachu - like' friend but also a bit sad that his trainer is in this strange state.