Hosea
The girl went on her side of the stadium, as she waited for Nichol to send out her Pokémon. If all goes according to plan, this victory will be easy. If not, she has plenty of back up plans to win with instead.
Michael
*Nichol arrived here and readied her first Pokémon, she whispered something to it and tossed her out*
"The show is your's Empress!"
*The Gardevoir jumped out of her Pokeball with a dramatic twirl!*
Hosea
"Mars, let's do this thing!" The girl sent out her Volcarona as it flied in a majestic fashion before joining her side of the battlefield. The girl nodded once, as Mars nodded in return. It's time to fight once again.
James
Amelia can't contain her excitement. Nearby the stadium is a set of bleachers that spectators could sit in. Her eyes are glowing and it's hard for her to stop smiling from watching a battle practically *Live* In front of her. "Go Jade! Go Nichol!" She yells, not sure who's side to really be on given they are both very excellent.
Michael
*The Gardevoir hears the girl cheering in the bleachers and pretends to blow a kiss*
"Empress, start things off with a focus blast!"
*The Gardevoir focused her energy and fired a pure white ball at the Volcarona!*
Raymond
**Noelle settled down next to Amelia, cheering for Nichol.** "Come on, Nichol, you got this! Show Galar's strength!"
Hosea
The queen moth would take the focus blast with an absolute resolve, as it was a not very effective hit. Heh, let the show begin.
"Mars, Quiver Dance!"
The Volcarona growled as it started doing majestic movements as Empress could feel a certain aura surging around her opponent.
Michael
*Empress's eyes widened and she jumped back.*
"Hmm... This is troublesome... Safety's first! Empress use Psychic!"
*Mars felt itself being lifted into midair, then was violently thrown into the ground, debris flying across the entire stadium!*
Hosea
But little did she know... Her special defense was raised aswell. This meant that she could take more punishment from the Empress. After that brutal beating, Jade uttered two words, as her partner was about on 50% HP.
"Fiery Dance."
Then, the Gardevoir could feel her becoming hotter by the second, as a powerful fiery vortex surrounded her, as her aura was getting stronger. Uh oh...
Michael
*Empress cried out as the vortex consumed her!*
"Oh dear!"
**Empress is unable to battle!**

*With a sigh, Nichol returned Empress to her ball, Damn, she didn't even get to Mega Evolve her. She quickly takes out her second Pokémon.*
"The world is your stage, Rocker!"
*The Obstagoon ran out of her ball with a snarl, ready to avenge her fallen friend.*
Hosea
But the queen Moth's presence was demanding and lusting for challenge. The trainer simply uttered:
"Bug Buzz."
The Volcarona let out ear shattering screeches at the Obstagoon, as the whole arena had to cover their ears, Jade included. Meanwhile, the Johto Champion was smiling... Everything went according to plan!
Michael
*The two covered their ears, Nichol fell backwards. Her Obstagoon was barely hanging on!*
"A-Are you alright, Rocker...?"
*The Obstagoon lazily nodded.*
"Alright... Rocker... Use switcheroo!"
*The Obstagoon quickly ran past Mars, dropping something on top of its head, a pinap Berry! In Rocker's claws, it held a focus sash!*
Hosea
"Tch, a waste of a good berry."
Jade sighed, a bit frustrated that Nichol is not taking her seriously. Oh well, guess she'll have to prove her worth.
"Mars, finish it off with Fiery Dance!"
The same vortex that surrounded her Gardevoir, now surrounds her Obstagoon.
Michael
*The Obstagoon desperately tried to escape it, but it fell forward, it's claws barely grazing past Volcarona.*
"I'm loving this so far!" *She called out.* "You're certainly powerful!"
*She returned her Obstagoon.*

"It's time, Kommo-o, let your strength shine!"
*The Kommo-o jumped out, readying for combat. Nichol feebly attempted to hide that fact that she was sweating.*
Hosea
The girl simply smiled with malice, as she commanded her Pokémon to do another hellish Fiery Dance. You know how the attack goes by now... This is her 2nd boost now! This is looking bad for Nichol...!
Michael
*Kommo-o cried out, but it was prepared for the vortex!*
"Are you ready...? Have a little gift from Alola, Madam Jade!"
*She struck a pose and Kommo-o became surrounded with Z-energy!*

**CLANGOROUS SOULBLAZE**

*Kommo-o jumped up and fired a massive purple vortex that surrounded Volcarona!*
Hosea
The vortex made Mars almost faint... But the queen stood on barely, as her status and dignity did not allow it to fail. You done goofed up now, you got Mars mad. It unleshed another Fiery Dance, as it got it's 3rd boost!
Michael
*The Kommo-o had no defense against it! The flames converged on the Pokémon!*
**Kommo-o is unable to battle**
"Oh my...! I haven't had to face an opponent this powerful since I fought Leon!"
Hosea
"Oh honey... I am only getting started..." Jade would smirk, as she simply commanded. "Bow before your new queen!" She got super cocky, and Mars enjoyed the ego boost to the fullest.
Michael
*She frowned slightly at that.*
"I'm excited to see the full extent of your power!" *With that, she returned Kommo-o.* 

"You rule the show Shelter!" 
*The Drednaw flew out, and snapped its jaws at Volcarona!*
Raymond
**Noelle still cheered Nichol on, though her team was getting a beating from Jade's Volcarona. She noticed Jade getting cocky, calling out to Nichol.** "She's getting cocky, this is your opportunity to rise to the top!"
Hosea
"Bad move, hun." Jade sighed, before shaking her head. "Sending out your Drednaw costed you the match." Then she closed her eyes, snapping her fingers before uttering: "Giga Drain."
With that, the Volcarona absorbed a lot of energy from the Drednaw, as she got all of her HP back!
Michael
"There's more to battle than just strong moves, dear! The environment is also an important factor! Shelter use Stone Edge!"
*The Drednaw weakly nodded and began firing a sharp rock directly at Volcarona!*
Hosea
Jade didn't expect that, nor did Mars. Shit... Nichol's smarter than she appears. Well, chock this up as a small victory for her, as Mars fainted from the quad effective physical move!
"You did amazing, Mars. Rest for a while." Jade returned her Volcarona, bringing out her Slowking instead.
"Go, Kurt!" The Slowking clumsily entered the battlefield, as it looked a bit scared of the Drednaw.
"Keep your cool, Kurt. You got this! You have to avenge Mars!" Upon hearing that his friend Mars had fallen, Kurt turned the fear into determination to win the rest of this battle by himself!
Michael
"Your Pokemon care so much for each other! I respect that immensely! Shelter use Stone Edge once more!" *Drednaw fired a second rock against the Slowking!*
Hosea
The Slowking took the hit well, being a water type with pretty respectable defenses. However, Nichol didn't expect this, when Jade said 2 words. "Grass Knot."
As the Drednaw moved forward, Slowking created some vines to trip him over with, hoping to score a faint!
Michael
*Shelter didn't notice the Grass Knot and fell!*
"Shelter no!"
**Shelter is unable to battle**

"It appears I'll have to use this one next..."
*She returns Shelter and sends out her next Pokémon!*
"You're up next Lovelin!"
*The Flapple appeared, it chirped happily as it flew around the stadium.*
Raymond
**As Noelle watched the battle transpire, the Glaceon in her arms, Freya, called out in alarm every time of of Nichol's Pokemon went down. She had to hold onto the squirmy pokemon, other wise it'd jump right onto the battlefield and protect Nichol.** "Easy, Freya, easy..."
Hosea
The girl had smirked, as she looked at the Flapple. "An apple Pokémon...? Is there some secret I am not aware of? Well, it doesn't matter, I'll faint it one shot anyway!" She then commanded her Slowking: "Kurt, use Ice Beam!"
It sent out a cold ray towards the small worm in an apple.
Raymond
Leon had followed along to the match as well. Who could pass from the chance of seeing a battle between Jade and Nichol, the champions? The latter being a former champion, of course. He recognizes Nichol and she give quite the fight. It's almost surprising that she's being overwhelmed by Jade with the Volcarona. The set up was what give the Johto champion leeway. He hopes that Nichol could bring about something before he is completely swept from the fire/bug Pokémon. His Pokémon stands right behind him like an army, also observing the battle with a solemn air. Seeing their excitement and vigor hypes Leon up and his heart is racing as if he's the one battling in that stadium himself!

Charizard lowers his head to Leon, tapping his shoulder with a small huff from his snout. "I know, I know, pal. We'll have our turn later." He smiles widely, speaking so with a confident tone to Charizard. He won't lose. After hearing what sounded like a small earthquake, Leon shifts his attention back to the battle to see Mars have finally fainted. Admittedly, that Pokémon is troublesome if even Leon had to challenge it. It's extraordinary since they're not accustomed in Galar. He'll have to watch his Pokémon's back for this one. The battle proceeds and Leon's mind would continued racing for possibilities on how to counteract.
Michael
*The Flapple was thrown backwards, barely able to continue flying.*
"Lovelin... Use Grav Apple!"
*The Flapple flew high up in the air, dropping an apple from a nearby tree on to Slowking.*
Hosea
However... The Flapple notices something bad... A shiny Assault Vest around the Slowking's body. It meant it could take another hit... This is seriously getting bad...
Raymond
**Noelle glanced at Leon as he arrived at the battled as well, seeing his intense focus on the battle. His mind was probably racing by now, she assumed. She gave him a nod of the head if he glanced over at her entourage of Freezing Pokemon, Freya still comfortable in her arms.**
Michael
*The Flapple feebly attempted to fly higher up, desperately wanting to escape from the inevitable hit it was going to take.*
"An Assault vest...?! You came prepared, Madam Jade!"
Hosea
"Kurt, let's finish him off. Anothe Ice Beam!" The girl commanded, as she completely went all in, along with her Pokémon. Her heart was racing, this was getting super exciting!
Michael
*It hit the poor Flapple head on! It fell to the ground with a resounding crash!*
**Flapple is unable to battle**
"My last Pokemon... And it's one of my strongest..."

*She returned Flapple*
"The game is stacked against us, but I know you may get the winning goal, Star!" *A Cinderace appeared, glaring at Slowking.*
Hosea
The girl wasted no time, as she decided to end this fight. "Kurt, use Hydro Pump!" The Slowking gathered huge ammounts of energy, before firing an overwhelming water attack right at the Cinderace. This shit's gonna hurt!
Michael
*It hit Cinderace head on! It had no chance of survival!*
**Star is unable to battle**
"..."

*Nichol looked down and returned her final Pokémon*
"Well... That's that. I must say... That was ace..."
Raymond
**Noelle stood up and went to Nichol's side, helping the Former Champion of her Region to heal her team of Pokemon. That was quite a fight, Noelle smiling the whole time.** "That was a great fight! Boy Jade, you're strong. Can't underestimate the Johto Region, now can we?" **She spoke, still healing Nichol's Pokemon.**
Hosea
The girl gave a huge smile, as she returned back to her laid back self, as she gave Kurt a big hug! "I am so proud of you! You were awesome out there!"
The Pokémon hugged her in return, as Nichol could see it was shaking in nervousness.
Michael
*She walked over to the Slowking and patted it on its head*
"You fought well... As did the rest of your team, well, at least of what I saw of it! You are truly deserving of your title."
*She bowed and turned to Noelle.*
"Thank you for healing my Pokémon, dear."
Raymond
Leon gives out a breath. Even if it was near one-sided, it was still an intense match. He has to commend the two. "Outstanding!" He says simply and walks into the field too. He watches as Nichol helps the defeated trainer and her Pokémon. Turning his attention to Jade, he furrows his brows at her while still smiling. "You're pretty strong, Jade. I know your whole team are their best but is Mars the one that mostly leads your team?" He can tell that both of them have rather high egos. It'll be interesting to see how far that could go.

**Noelle smiled at Nichol, still fixing her Pokemon up.** "It's nothing. You gave it your all, and I have to support other trainers, especially that are from my home region. Sometimes, Galar Trainers have to stick together."
Michael
*She giggled.* "Of course, and don't hesitate to come to me if you need your's healed as well! Same for you Madam Jade! You've earned it after that amazing victory!"
Hosea
"You know, a free heal would be nice right about now." The girl smiled, returning Kurt back into his Pokéball, before handing her whole case to Nichol. "Great battle! You made my heart race, few people could do that..."
Michael
*Nichol nodded and began healing her Pokémon.* "I'm happy I could give you a taste of Galar's power! We live for electrifying battles!"
Raymond
**Noelle finished Healing Nichol's Pokemon, putting the Pokeballs back into their case. Noelle held the case out to Nichol, Freya hopping onto her shoulder. Freya looked proudly at everyone, as if she was on the top of a mountain.**
Michael
*She gladly took the case and finished healing Jade's, and returned her Pokémon to their balls. She then took out a handkerchief and began polishing them.*
"Can't have dirty Pokeballs!"
Hosea
"Oh come on, that's going a bit too far..." Jade scratched the back of her head as she was slightly embarassed. It's quite a privilege though, she has to admit.
Raymond
"But you haven't had the real taste of Galar yet," Leon says with the gall. He flicks his cape back. His Pokémon have returned to their Pokéballs before he made it into the field, ready for a battle when ready. Maybe it's low of him to challenge Jade after she just finished her match, but he can't stand it! The thrill, the anticipation! If he could feel it all the way at the sidelines then it'll be so explosive *In* The battlefield itself. Leon craves for battles that are addictive and Jade might be able to provide. Only when she's prepared to face him, though. He could wait that much, can't he? But it's almost hard to. He gives a low chuckle and cross his arms. "What next, *Champion*?" Saying the last word almost felt awkward, like she took his position as *Galar* Champion and in honesty, it almost makes him uncomfortable saying that. Even if it's in courtesy, the idea of being dethroned is... Something he can't imagine.
Verna
Monika walked up to the stadium, brushing hair out of her face. "Greetings, friends." She said with a smile. She then looked at Jade and flinched slightly.
Michael
*Nichol turned an bowed.*
"Hello! You're Monika correct? I heard a lot about you while I was on holiday in Alola!"
Verna
"Oh, yes, that's me! I didn't realize that people talked about me often." She blushed slightly.
Michael
"The Elite Four is no laughing matter! They all have a deep amount of respect for you!" *She smiled.* "How rude of me, I don't believe I introduced myself! I'm Nichol Gray, former champion of Galar!"
Verna
She bowed slightly, trying to look polite. "Y-Yes, I have heard of you from many on my trips to Galar."
Michael
*Nichol looked surprised for a moment.*
"I hadn't realized that people still talked about me! I thought I comfortably faded into obscurity once Leon defeated me..."
Hosea
"I don't think I need to introduce myself." Jade said to Monika. "We got some history together."
Verna
She flinched, her words came out with a stutter. "Y-Yes Jade.." She looked down and blushed in embarrassment, moving her hair away from her face.
Michael
*Nichol giggled.* "Forgive me if I sound like I'm prying, but how do you two know each other?"
Verna
She made a face and stayed quiet.
Hosea
"Let's just say... We have united in the past. I'll leave it at that." Jade said with a nervous smile, as she could tell Monika was getting uncomfortable.
Verna
Monika's Mimikyu jumped on her shoulder and rubbed against her face to try and make her feel better. Monika just smiled and pet her head.
Michael
*Nichol nodded understandingly.* "Of course. There's no need to share such personal information with someone you just met!"
Raymond
Leon laughs in the background unintentionally upon Nichol's mention of defeat. "Don't beat yourself over it," He says with a sly grin. He nods to new one, noticing quite the crowd forming here. It's not like he isn't used to it anyway- since a lot of people seem to swarm around wherever he goes. He can feel the atmosphere between Jade and Monika but didn't want to pry either way. They'll get through it somehow themselves. Or not, it isn't his business anyway. So he completely agrees with Nichol's words.
Michael
*She turns towards Leon, she was wondering when she'd run into him again!* "Well, well, well, it's been a while Leon. Last time I saw you, you were jumping around the stadium celebrating your newly crowned championship title!"
Verna
She suddenly got very nervous, she could feel her heart rate going up, and Mimikyu realized that too, and started making some noise to get someone's attention while Monika just stood there, looking at the ground.
Raymond
The male scratches the back of his head in a moment of embarrassment, but it quickly disappears and he stand proud again. "Yes! Ever since that day, I've stay crowned." He winks at Nichol. "Honestly, it's getting a bit stale," He's partly joking, but maybe it means a bit more? "We need stronger challengers in Galar. I wish they all could try a bit harder." Thinking he should dial down the focus on himself, Leon asks, "How are you these days, though? I'm surprised you haven't popped by the league and *Try* To reclaim the champion role again!"
Michael
"Oh, I've considered it, but I enjoy the easy life as a simple trainer. Though, it would be fun to test the strength of all these new Gym Leaders... The roster has certainly changed since my last go-around." *She giggles.*
Verna
Mimikyu jumped off of Monika's shoulder and jumped in between the two and started making a ruckus.

Monika snapped out of her moment of nervousness and ran to Mimikyu. "Oh dear! Please don't do that!"
Raymond
"They're tough! You will have a hard time moving through the gym challenge. If you want to go through all of that again. Or, you can just battle me. It's not bad to have a friendly match once in a while." He says friendly, but Leon knows he can't help but get competitive in his battles no matter what it is. He always gets into it, expecting himself to win and going all out. No exceptions. When the Mimikyu jump between the two, Leon kneels down and place a hand on the Pokémon's head(?) and start to rub it. "He's an enthusiastic one," Leon comments with a chuckle.
Verna
She picked Mimikyu up and looked at Leon with a slight blush. "Y-Yeah, he really is... Enthusiastic.." She rubbed the back of her head, her face still slightly pink.
Michael
"Your Mimikyu is full of vigor! That's the kind of energy I expect a trainer to bring from their Pokémon! Though, you're the best of the best, it would be unfair to simply call you a trainer!"
Verna
"T-Thank you!" She placed Mimikyu back on her shoulder. She kept glancing at Leon for some odd reason.
Hosea
Jade had just decided to silently leave, seeing she isn't needed here right now, given Mimikyu is stealing the show. She doesn't mind, because she loves that little guy.
Raymond
Leon has to agree. "It's a small Pokémon but still pretty almighty. That disguise ability is good to build up some strategies." As he talk, he nod along with his words. He notice Monika seeming to be nervous and he wonders if she want to say something. "It's no problem! But, are you okay there?" He have faced shy people before, although he isn't really good when it comes to talking to them. He hopes he's not intimidating(?) the girl.
Verna
"O-Oh! Y-Yes! I'm alright! Don't worry about me!" *Don't make a fool out of yourself* She thought to herself.
Raymond
**Noelle watched the girl from Alola and her region's champion converse, speaking softly to the Glaceon that still sat on her shoulder.** "Freya, are you done acting like royalty? You're embarrassing me in front of the Champion, show some respect." **With Noelle's gentle reprimanding, Freya hopped from her trainer's shoulder to her trainer's warm embrace.**
Verna
She looked at the Glaceon and smiled, she'd always been fond of Eevee's Evolutions, she even had an Espeon of her own.
Raymond
According to words, Monika must be fine! At least, that's what runs through Leon's oblivious mind anyway. "Alright!" He exclaims loudly and chuckle out from good heart. "Anyway, I thought I caught something about you being part of the Elite 4. How is it? We don't particularly have one in Galar so it's always interesting to see how the other regions do it." Maybe Monika is just nervous (first time meeting and all), but Leon could tell she must have some fiery spirit inside her to bring her this far. So his solution is to make the conversation about her to bring out her confident side.

"Oh, yeah, that's right! An Elite 4 sounds really interesting!" **Noelle jumped into the conversation, excited to hear about the Gym system in other regions. Even Freya seemed to be interested.**
Verna
She blushed and quickly spat out "I-It's great! I-I love it!" She stood awkwardly while Mimikyu was silently comforting her.
Raymond
"See ya later, nice to meetcha!" **Noelle waved to Monika as she left, Freya offering her goodbyes as well, calling out to the Evil Team Leader's daughter. Noelle then spoke to herself, not really noticing Leon.** "An Elite 4, huh... Sounds really confusing. I like Galar's system much better. Gets the public pumped up just like you are before a battle."

Leon closes his eyes, thinking about it. "I also like how we handle it in Galar. At least, in the champion cup, there's a chance that anybody could come out on top and battle *Me.* The matches could be unpredictable and even someone like Nessa could beat Raihan." But he knows that his rival is always at his doorstep ready for a rematch and inevitably losing every time. It's almost humorous but he commends the dragon user for the entertainment and for the tickets that sell. Plus, it keeps him on his toes. "Will I ever see you battling me, Noelle?" He gives her a toothy grin as if challenging her.

"Is that a challenge, Leon?" **Noelle returned the grin, sensing the slight sentiment that he gave her of wanting to battle her. She always wanted to battle him, after all. He saw her prowess back in Galar, and she proved her worth by beating Melony, so he knew that she was strong.** "I doubt you can brave the cold with all those dragons on your team." **She teased, setting a hand on her hip. Freya seemed to be raring to go at the thought of a battle.**
Michael
*Nichol looks expectantly at the two.* "A fight between two powerhouses of Galar would prove exciting..." *She walked over to the bleachers.*
Verna
Monika came back from unpacking, and walked over to the bleachers with Mimikyu and her Espeon accompanying her.
Raymond
Leon grits his teeth in his smile. At first, it was a tease but it seems Noelle actually wants to have at go at him. Well, in this island anyway, there are no rules. Whoever meets can and *Will* Battle you. "I admit, you taking over Melony's spot is something, but that's all there is to it." He starts to walk to his side of the field. "Noelle!" He shouts over to her. "You haven't been really watching me closely if you you think I have only dragon-types in my team!" He huffs and gets in a battle stance. "Let's have a champion time, eh?"
Verna
She looked at Leon, she was visibly blushing now, but, hopefully, no one would notice it. She was starting to feel more relaxed now that she was hopefully going to watch them battle.
Raymond
"You got it! Let's make this a battle that'll be remembered for a good while! I'll show you just how cold things can get when you're not careful." **Noelle walked to the opposite side of the stadium from Leon, grinning.** "Leon, be prepared to be frozen in utter amazement!" **She assumed her battle stance as well, ready to battle.**
Michael
*With an excited smile, Nichol tossed out her Cinderace! Upon seeing Noelle and Leon, it began cheering.*
"Even Star is ready to have a champion time!"
Raymond
Pumping himself up by rotating his arms in a circular motion, Leon almost impatiently throws off his cape and give his Pokéball a good throw. His sword and shield, Aegislash appears! "The cold doesn't bother me!" Leon calls out to her. "Give me your best then!" Aegislash has his shield out in front of him, narrowing his eyes at the opposing trainer.
Verna
Monika quickly took out a notepad and started taking notes. Mimikyu got angry at her sudden ignorance to the exciting battle that's about to take place and used Shadow Claw to knock the notepad out of her hands. "Hey! Mimi-" Mimikyu started making noises that only Monika could understand. She nodded and grinned. "Of course." She looked up and watched as they were getting ready to battle.
Raymond
"Well now, isn't that something? Then I hope you won't mind the cold getting to you without that cape of yours! Let's go, Mithras, you're up first!" **She threw a Pokeball, and out came a big lug of a pokemon, Walrein!** "Let's show him how we do it, use Hail!" **And just like that, the stadium was blanketed by a Hail storm.**

"Setting up? Just as I thought. Us too then." He swings his arm out as he gives Aegislash his first command. "Aegislash, use Swords Dance!" The Pokémon starts moving around in a weird motion, it swinging its body around as if cutting the air. Sounds of metal echoes from Aegislash as if he's sharpening himself up. The Hail, however, hits Aegislash slightly as it danced around. "Let's try to sweep this," Leon daringly says, his confidence raising even more.

**Noelle let out a laugh when she heard that he was to sweep her team.** "You're trying to sweep me? I'm afraid that won't happen today. Mithras, Earthquake." **She pointed at Aegislash, instructing the Walrein to attack. A rumbling on the ground was heard, a crack of ground erupted from underneath Aegislash.**
Verna
Monika was starting to get a little into it, she started yelling and cheering for Leon, of course.
Raymond
Leon smirks. "I expected you to have a move that would help protect your ice-types. Really smart, Noelle! But this won't do anything! Aegislash use King's Shield!" The Pokémon had stopped its dance and holds the shield right in front of it while an energy field seems to appear around the Pokémon for protection. "Alright, Aegislash, now change your stance and go all out- use Sacred Sword!" Once the rumbling of the Earthquake stops, Aegislash moves quick. It's whole body glows and forms as a bigger sword. After its transformation, the Pokémon swings its attack at Walrein.

**The poor Walrein couldn't defend against the attack, barely holding on after the hit. It was on very little health, looking back at Noelle for help.** "Don't worry little guy, I gotcha." **Noelle fished into her bag and found a Full Restore, using it on Mithras. The Hail still came down from the sky, hurting Aegislash.** "There you go, buddy."
Verna
Espeon and Mimikyu let out more cries of encouragement, most likely for both sides.
Raymond
Aegislash is still pelted from the Hail but it stands out in the open in its offensive stance. Leon's expression softens a bit from seeing Noelle tend to her Pokémon. "What a fighter. I'm glad you take care well of your Pokémon. They perform well depending on how you treat them." He waits for Noelle to finish the treatment, his competitive spirit cooling down a little.
Michael
*Nicol let's out a cheer!* "Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!" *She is trying to imitate the chant they make in the audience at Galar and failing miserably*

*Nichol turns to Monika.* "These two'll give a better example of Galar's fighting spirit! I'm a little rusty." *She nervously rubs the back of her head.*
Verna
She snapped out of her slight Leon fangirling and turned to Nichol, face is still visibly red. "O-Oh! U-Uh! Yeah!"
Michael
"A fan of Leon are we? He is certainly powerful." *She laughs.*
Verna
Her face turned tomato red. "Y-Yeah..! Fan.."
Michael
"I understand..." *She gave her a sheepish smile. Even her Cinderace seemed to catch on as she mimicked her trainers actions.*
Verna
She gave a slight little smile and laughed nervously. Mimikyu and Espeon started talking to Cinderace about how Monika wants to impress Leon somehow.
Michael
*The Cinderace starts laughing. It jumps up and kicks the air while telling Mimikyu and Espeon stories of Nichol's experience trying to impress her S/O.*
"Ever wonder what our Pokémon talk about...?"
Verna
"Sometimes I can understand Mimikyu, but sometimes, I don't, maybe they're telling secrets?" She thought of the idea and giggled.
Michael
"I've always looked at body language, I've noticed that you can usually get the gist of what they're saying that way. But if they are sharing secrets, I'd love to know which ones..." *She turns to the Pokémon.* "Don't share Margaret's secret curry recipes, Star!" *She giggles.*
Raymond
**The girl immediately went back into battle mode, smiling a soft smile.** "I'm not giving up that easily, not with Mithras leading my team to victory. Show 'em what you got, use Waterfall!" **The Walrein let out a cry, a rush of water coming right at Leon's Ghost and Steel type Pokemon.**
Michael
*Nichol cheered once more, trying to emulate the crowd one would expect in Galar. Cinderace joined in kicking miniature Pyro Balls in the air. She even tossed out her Obstagoon and Flapple to join in on the cheering*
Raymond
Aegislash is hit but Leon knows that's not going to effect much at the Pokémon. "You alright, Aegislash?" It slices the last bit of water away as soon as the move finishes. Leon turns to the Walrein and Noelle. "I think you'll need someone else to lead your team to victory. Aegislash, now go for an Iron Head!" The Pokémon holds it shield out in front of it but this time uses it as an attack, torpedoing toward Walrein.