"And after that short break, we are back! We're just about to see a battle unfold between Genis Sage and Raine Sage! The younger brother vs older sister. A tale as old as time itself. But hey, let's let their skills do the talking." the announcer said.
"I can still barely contain my shock, Raine. I mean, you're my opponent." Genis said.
"Genis, don't stress yourself too much about it. After all, you won't be able to perform well if you do." Raine said.
"Sis…I'm sorry about what happened back in the Human Ranch all those years ago. If it weren't for that, then…" Genis said.
"Yes, I know. But…I had a feeling that you would've come after us in the Journey of Regeneration anyway." Raine said. "Colette is a dear friend of both you and Lloyd, after all. And I think it was because of that that Sylvarant and Tethe'alla were able to join together the way they did. I'm actually glad that you came all the way back in Triet. You've been a big help in our cause as well."
"Thank you, Raine. That really means a lot." Genis said.
"That being said, I don't plan on holding back. Think of this as an extracurricular lesson. The objective...is to defeat me." Raine said.
"Alright. I'll give this all I've got too. Here I come, Raine!" Genis said.
"Both Trainers, take your positions." the referee said. The two of them took their positions on the field. "And the battle begins!"
"I'll start things off with Beheeyem!" Raine said sending out Beheeyem.
"Alright, you're up first, Flareon!" Genis said sending out Flareon.
"Okay then Genis, just try and pass this test. Beheeyem, use Psychic Terrain!" Raine said as the field started being imbued in a mystic veil.
"Psychic Terrain…A move that increases the power of Psychic-Type moves…She's planning something big with this, I know it." Genis said. "Flareon, go for an Ember!"
Flareon shot a blast of fire at Beheeyem, dealing considerable damage.
"Now...Psybeam!" Raine said.
Beheeyem fired back with a psychic type attack, the damage increased more with Psychic Terrain.
"Barely hanging on...Use Fire Fang!" Genis said. Flareon rushes to Beheeyem and bites on him.
"Shake him off and use Confusion!" Raine said.
Beheeyem flashed lights in Flareon's face, confusing it.
"Uh oh…Focus, Flareon. Don't let it bother you." Genis said. "Try a Shadow Ball."
Despite being confused, Flareon tried to fire the projectile at Beheeyem. A direct hit was able to land as Beheeyem fainted.
Raine recalled Beheeyem. "Quite impressive. But this battle is just starting. Go, Ninetales!" she said as she sent out Ninetales.
"Both Flareon and Ninetales have the Flash Fire ability. So, they can't use Fire-Type moves on each other or they'll just get stronger later." David said. "They'll have to use other moves in their move pool to make a difference."
"Use Extrasensory!" Raine said. Ninetales' eyes flash as Flareon is overwhelmed by a psychic force before fainting.
"Flareon, return!" Genis said. "Let's go, Espeon!" he said sending out Espeon.
"An Espeon? Wouldn't something like Vaporeon be better suited for this?" Hope asked.
"Actually, no. After all, Psychic Terrain is still in effect." David said.
"Ah, I see. Genis is using the Psychic Terrain to his advantage." Jesmon said.
"Have a taste of your own medicine, Raine! Use Psybeam!" Genis said as Espeon hit Ninetales with a powerful psychic attack.
"Impressive. You took advantage of me using Psychic Terrain earlier in the battle. I shouldn't expect less from you, Genis." Raine said. "I guess it's time to get serious now. Use Fire Blast!"
Ninetales fired back at Espeon and landed a hit of its own.
"Now for something unexpected. Use Psyshock!" Genis said. Espeon fires a powerful Psychic wave that knocks out Ninetales.
"Whoa! How did Psyshock deal that much damage?" Connor asked.
"It's relatively simple. Despite being a special attack, Psyshock deals physical damage to the opponent. And since Ninetales has relatively low physical defense, it's prone to take more damage from physical attacks." Cheetah said.
"How does she even know this stuff?" Eddy asked.
"She was an archaeologist back when she was a human. She might've picked up on this a while back." David said.
"Now for Togekiss!" Raine said sending out Togekiss as Psychic Terrain fades.
"Now it's a Fairy Type. Guess I've got my work cut out for me now." Genis said. "Wait, I know what could work. Use Iron Tail!"
Espeon then hit Togekiss with a Steel Type attack.
"Steel Type moves are Super Effective on Fairy Types." Genis said. "It's lucky I taught Espeon Iron Tail just for moments like this. One more time!"
"Togekiss, use Reflect!" Raine said. Togekiss bounced Iron Tail back, making it resilient to physical moves.
"Reflect will increase Raine's entire teams physical defense. In that case I'll switch to special moves." Genis said. "Espeon, use another Psybeam!"
Espeon fired another Psychic attack which hit Togekiss dead on.
"You're going through my team rather quickly. You seem to be a natural in this." Raine said. "Now, Bronzong!" she said sending out Bronzong.
"Naturally. I was always one of your best students, don't forget." Genis said. "Espeon, use Future Sight!"
Espeon's eyes then glowed as an attack was prepared.
"Future Sight? I see, Genis is setting up something for later." Hope said.
"Use Shadow Ball!" Raine said. Bronzong fired a dark ball that nailed Espeon dead on.
"Espeon, return!" Genis said recalling Espeon. "You're up next, Umbreon!"
"Wow, it's Umbreon now?" Ibuki asked.
"I know I'm known for my wild guesses, but…I think Genis' team consists of Eevee's evolutions." Hope said.
"It seems like it, though I don't think his entire team consists of it." Leia said.
"Now, Dark Pulse!" Genis said. Umbreon hit Bronzong dead on, dealing super effective damage.
"Use Flash Cannon!" Raine said. Bronzong fired back at Umbreon with the powerful Steel attack.
"Dodge!" Genis said as Umbreon evaded. "Future Sight will kick in at 3...2...1!"
From a portal, the Future Sight attack came from absolutely nowhere and hit Bronzong, damaging him immensely.
"Wow! Genis timed Future Sight's appearance perfectly!" Odd called.
"It seems I have underestimated your abilities. But the real battle starts now!" Raine said sending out Gardevoir.
"I'm ready for you, Raine!" Genis said. "Okay Umbreon, use Iron Tail!"
Umbreon charged at Gardevoir, tail ready to strike.
"Now, use Moonblast!" Raine said.
"Heads up, Umbreon!" ZS called from the stands as Gardevoir fired a ball of light that hit Umbreon dead on as a super effective hit.
"Got you right where I want you. Use Assurance!" Genis said. Umbreon struck back and dealt damage to Gardevoir in return.
"Smart move Genis. But I'm not finished yet!" Raine said. "Dazzling Gleam!"
Gardevor unleashed a brilliant flash as she blinded umbreon and took it down.
"Nice move there, sis." Genis said returning Umbreon. "But I've never failed a lesson of yours before, and I'm not about to now! Let's go, Octillery!"
"Octillery? Hmm..interesting choice." Raine said.
"I figured I'd mix things up a little." Genis said.
"That's my best student for you. Gardevoir, Moonblast!" Raine called as Gardevoir fired at Octillery.
"Now, Hydro Pump!" Genis said. Octillery fired back and cancelled out Gardevoirs moved. "She's open! Octcazooka, let's go!"
Octillery fired its signature move as Gardevoir went down.
"Well…I'm down to my last one now. I didn't expect to be backed into a corner like this." Raine said as she closed her eyes in concentration. "But I've saved my best for last. Prepare yourself!" she said sending out Golurk.
"Octillery still has the type advantage. But…I have a feeling I know what's going to happen." Genis said.
Raine then focused as she opened her eyes. "Are you Ready?! This is my full strength!" Raine called recalling Golurk and Dynamaxing him to massive size.
"Whoa…Golurk actually looks pretty intimidating at that size." Genis said.
"If you think that's intimidating, then you haven't seen anything yet. Now, Max Quake!" Raine said. Golurk burrowed underground and erupted the ground beneath Octillery, blasting him with an immense amount of ground power.
"Whoa. That was intense. But…I'm still good to go. You're up, Abomasnow!" Genis said. "Now… It's time I show you how it's done!" Genis said recalling Abomasnow and Dynamaxing him to massive size.
"Let's settle this!" Raine said. "Golurk, Max Phantasm!"
"Abomasnow, Max Hailstorm!" Genis said.
Both Pokémon fired their Max moves as both resulted in an explosion.
"Sweet Jumpin' Chili Bean!" Kagura said.
When the dust clears out, Golurk is found reverted back to normal size before fainting.
"Battle over!" The referee called. "The victor of this round is...Genis Sage!" he announced as the crowd cheered.
"I..I really won?" Genis asked. "I can't believe it!"
"Genis…As an older sister, I am so proud of you. You went beyond my expectations and managed to defeat me. If there was anyone I could've lost to, I'm glad that it was you." Raine said.
"I actually find what you say ironic." Genis said. "I mean… I was always looking after you back then. But today, you were testing me."
"It's good to see their sibling bond is as strong as ever." Emil said.
"Yep. Those two are about as strong as sibling bonds can be." Magnamon said.
"You can say that again." Marta said. "It feels like only yesterday we were on a journey with the Heroes of Regeneration to save the world."
"It's amazing to see how far you guys have come. Right, Lloyd?" Hope asked.
"Not just those two. All of us. After we were whisked away to Tokyo and met David, we have all gotten stronger as time went on." Lloyd said.
"We searched high and low for you guys before we were whisked away ourselves, and here we are now." Emil said. "Just like old times. But without the bad parts and those tacky masks you had."
"Well folks, without further ado, we will now announce the last finals match for this round. And it is...David Ishihara vs...Mayumi Kirishima!" the announcer said.
"Me against Mayumi, huh?" David asked.
"To be honest, I was kind of surprised too. Who would have thought it would be the two of us?" Mayumi asked.
"Well, we've both upgraded our teams since Alola, so this will be one for the history books." David said.
"Save the energy for the field, you two." Emi said. "It'll be nice to see how my employees have been faring in Pokémon Battles."
"Well, we have been doing jobs for you during our time in Tokyo, so I guess the results will speak for themselves." Mayumi said.