One reason is the sense of nostalgia combined with novelty. We all remember Ash as the young, enthusiastic trainer. In older fanfiction, that essence is still there but with added layers of maturity. It's interesting to see how he would handle situations as an adult. For instance, he might have to make decisions not just for himself but for the greater good of the Pokemon world. His character development can be taken in so many new directions, whether it's in terms of his leadership skills, his knowledge of Pokemon lore, or his interactions with other trainers who are now in different positions in the Pokemon universe.
Well, it allows for new and exciting storylines. When Ash is older, he can face different challenges. Maybe he has to deal with the next generation of villains who are more cunning and powerful. Fanfiction writers can explore his relationships in a more mature way too, like his romantic interests which were not really explored much in the original series. Also, we can see how his skills have evolved over time, like his battle strategies and his ability to understand different Pokemon types better.
Chapter 152, "Hot And Spicy II", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, A noble meal." Damien whispered to himself.. By the end, A soothing warmth spread through his body, easing the dull ache in.... Inside the broader technology upgrade storyline, the chapter closes with Aquila let out a piercing cry, diving toward the fray as Damien prepared for another battle that would test the limits of his strength.
Chapter 44, "Actively Hunting I", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. It opens with «You have slain a Grade Five mana beast! and closes on Damien sat atop his wolf, his eyes scanning the area for any anomaly.. The key payoff is that the chapter closes with It was then something rang in his mind. These were demons. Tree demons. Trees!, which gives power growth a stronger narrative position and pushes the power growth onward.
Chapter 189, "Rebuilding The Town", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with Damien and Arielle strolled through the remnants of the once-thriving... and follows through with It wasn't so bad I guess." Damien muttered to himself..
Chapter 15, "Rumors About The Terrace Family", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damon's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with Three months had waltzed past in the blink of an eye and within that... and follows through with There's been rumors flying around about how your family killed off....
Chapter 50, "Discussions And Differences I", is the clearest early answer because it turns Great Elder White's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on Within the main hall where the meeting wasto hold. and ending on The cause for the speed up in the Bloodied Sky Transformation is.... In story terms, the chapter closes with "Ah, also.
Chapter 439, ", Temir No.5 Meat Grinder", is the clearest early answer because it turns Green Skins's situation into a concrete plot event. It opens with This kind of large-scale decisive battle is something the Green Skin... and closes on Even though it sounded unpleasant, it was like being cannon fodder,.... The key payoff is that the chapter closes with Although it had not arrived and was still shuttling through the Star Realm Tunnel, the Navy had to save their cannon reserves;
Chapter 439, ", Temir No.5 Meat Grinder", is the clearest early answer because it turns Green Skin's situation into a concrete plot event. The setup is The five hundred million people on Temir No.4 can all be integrated..., but the pressure keeps building through At the same time, the mineral resources of Temir No.4, raw material....
Chapter 480, ", Battleship Cruiser Technology", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with On the contrary, the city construction technology and design level of... and follows through with Aside from these four Epic Technologies, the last Apocalypse-level....
Chapter 439, ", Temir No.5 Meat Grinder", is the clearest early answer because it turns Green Skins's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The war situation on Temir No.4 was progressing basically as planned... to It was alright during defense, but during offense, the caverns were....
Chapter 448, ", Stealing a Boat is That Simple", is the clearest early answer because it turns Interstellar Warriors's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on Wraith Spire scored a victory right from the start, one cannon blast... and ending on Without the Tianma Fleet being taken under the wing of Gu Hang,....