The fact that Ash is born a Pokémon fan in this fanfiction might mean that he starts his journey much earlier than in the original story. This could create a plot where he faces challenges that are way beyond his age - like dealing with powerful Pokémon and trainers while still being a very young child. His family might also play a different role, perhaps being more involved in his Pokémon training from the start.
Maybe in this fanfiction, Ash is born with a special Pokémon ability. This could lead to a plot where he has to hide this power at first because others might misunderstand or be jealous. It could also attract the attention of some evil organizations who want to use his power for their own gain.
In some fanfictions, Ash might form an unexpected alliance with a rival. This alliance could be born out of a common goal, like saving a particular region from a new and dangerous threat. They would have to put aside their differences and combine their skills and Pokemon teams to succeed.
One interesting plot point could be the different strategies Ash and Tobias use in their battle. Ash might rely on his bond with his Pokémon while Tobias could use his powerful Legendary Pokémon in unexpected ways.
Well, in 'pokemon red vs ash fanfiction', a cool plot point might be how Ash's experience from the anime affects his performance against Red. Since Ash has faced so many different opponents and situations in the show, it could lead to some really creative battle scenarios against Red's more game - based strategies.
One interesting plot point could be how Ash's training methods change under Arceus's influence. Since Arceus is a powerful and divine Pokémon, it might introduce Ash to new and unique ways of training his Pokémon that are different from what he's used to. This could lead to his Pokémon evolving in unexpected ways or developing new and powerful moves.
One interesting plot point could be how the female Ash navigates the Pokémon world with a different perspective than the male Ash. Maybe she forms unique bonds with certain Pokémon that the original Ash didn't. For example, she might have a special connection with a more feminine - typed Pokémon like Gardevoir.
Another storyline could be how Ash's birth year affects his relationships with other characters. Maybe in this fanfiction, being born in 1987 means he has a different dynamic with Misty. Since they are from different generations in a sense, it could lead to some interesting conflicts and reconciliations. He might be more traditional in his Pokemon training methods compared to some of the younger trainers he meets, which could also create storylines about the evolution of training styles.
The way Ash adapts to Pikachu's instincts could be really interesting. He might find himself being more drawn to shiny objects or having an urge to store food in a certain way. And his relationship with his own Pikachu (if it still exists in the story) would be very different. They could become like equal partners instead of trainer - Pokémon.
Well, in such a fanfic, a cool plot point might be that Ash, as a Pikachu, has to communicate differently. Since he can't talk like a human anymore, he has to find new ways to convey his thoughts and ideas to his friends. Also, there could be a plot where he discovers new powers that normal Pikachu don't have because he was once human. For example, he might be able to strategize better than a regular Pikachu in battles.
Well, one interesting plot point could be Ash facing extremely tough opponents that he has never encountered before. This would test his skills and strategies to the limit. Another might be Ash making unexpected alliances with other trainers or even some Pokemon. It could also be that he discovers a new type of Pokemon evolution that changes the game in his journey to become a Pokemon master.
Ash could be a Pokémon trainer with a different starting point in this fanfiction. Born in 1987, by 1997 he might have already made a name for himself in local Pokémon battles. He could have a team of Pokémon that he rescued from difficult situations, like a Charmander that was abandoned by its trainer. His story could revolve around giving these Pokémon a second chance and proving that Pokémon don't need to be 'perfect' to be strong.