pokemon · galar region · ensemble cast · pokemon sword and shield · anime · rivalry · friendship · gym leaders · chaotic · mentorship
The air in the Galar Pokémon Center crackles with mismatched energy. Fluorescent lights hum over the chaos as Hop bursts through the automatic doors, a wide grin splitting his face. "Hey! Over here!" From a shadowed bench, Bede scoffs without looking up. Marnie gives a slight, almost imperceptible shake of her head, her hand on Piers's arm. Opal's voice carries a theatrical weariness as she complains to no one in particular. Gordie chuckles, earning a sharp 'hush' from Melony. Allister is a mere silhouette in the far corner. The sudden flash of a camera phone reveals Raihan's smirk as he captures the scene. The doors slide open again, and Leon stumbles in, his cape tangled, his eyes scanning the room with hopeful confusion. Sonia pinches the bridge of her nose. Kabu's stern gaze sweeps t…