"The Galarian Summit Tournament climax is here! Two young talents, two maestros of Pokemon battling are going head to head in the final round! Ash Ketchum and Jira Nates will surely be offering a spectacle on the Wyndon arena, and I'm looking forward to it…"

"So, how do you feel about the two competitors?"

"I'm shocked… I'm still surprised that Ash is finally back. He returns to the same stadium that saw him defeat Leon and win the Pokemon Coronation Series. I'm sure that many of our viewers feel the same thing."

"Jira himself should be the local favourite. About 6,300 people have booked their tickets to see the final round. It's one of the highest numbers we've seen in the Galar region for a local tournament."

It was about 8:30 AM, and the Galar Sports 3 channel was debating the final battle between Ash and Jira, as the raven-haired trainer of Kanto was waking up from sleep. He slept well that night, or rather well, so to speak. The thoughts of him supposedly betraying his friends were still waking him up from time to time, but he did get the eight hours of sleep he usually needed.

"It's kinda late…" he murmured. "Better go outside to motivate everyone."

Once Ash got up and did his morning duties, he went in Jira's backyard, only to notice his friend meditating together with Weavile and Latios.

"Jira!"

"…"

"Are you ready?"

"Yes."

Ash sent out his Pokemon – Dragonite, Gengar, Lucario, Dracovish and Sirfetch'd all appeared at once. Once they were outside of their Pokeballs, Ash did his pose, the familiar pose he used against Leon and Paul.

"Everyone… are you ready?"

As the five Pokemon, together with Pikachu, fist bumped together, Ash shouted…

"We're gonna win!"

Finals I – Ash vs Jira

"And now, ladies and gentlemen, there they are, the two young Trainers in search for glory! First of all, from the Kanto region, hailing from Pallet Town… returning after two years, please welcome the first champion of Alola, Ash Ketchum!" the announcer said to the excited crowd, as they cheered.

"Go for it, Ash!" Goh shouted. He was one of the six people cheering for Ash in their small corner, together with Misty, Dawn, Serena, May and Brock. Brock was again able to obtain a permit, in order to watch the final battle.

"You're finally here. What a relief it must be." Dawn spoke.

"Yeah. I was looking forward to it. I kinda need to live this day to its fullest."

"And his competitor, Jira Nates of Postwick Town. The Galarian native is here to win the tournament and make a statement. Please welcome him!"

The crowd cheered heavily, as Jira showed up on the battlefield. The Wyndon arena opened one of its four rings for the match, and the total crowd was announced as 6,414.

"Ladies and gentlemen, 6,414 is the biggest crowd we've had in five years now for a bottom-tier tournament. This is going to be an exciting match! Galar 2 and Galar Sports 3 will be broadcasting live from the Wyndon stadium!"

"Competitors", the referee said, "this will be a six-on-six, full battle. The first who will render the other's Pokemon unable to battle will be declared the winner. Additionally, in this battle, you will be allowed to use one of the following: Mega Evolution, Z-Move and Dynamax."

"Not using all three this time…" Dawn thought. "No, four, if I think about it."

"Jira. Give your best shot." Ash spoke.

"You too. I will defeat you."

"Battle start!" the referee shouted, as the crowd cheered.

"Sirfetch'd! I choose you!"

"Rhyperior! Let's show them!"

Ash's POV

"Sirfetch'd! Brutal Swing!"

"Rock Blast!" my opponent shouted.

I really wanted to offer Sirfetch'd a chance to shine this time. Losing to Drapion and not having its best performances must have struck its confidence a little bit. I promise… this time I will make Sirfetch'd happy.

I noticed Sirfetch'd's shield plowing through Rock Blast and hitting Rhyperior's stomach. My fighting duck was getting a great start as I noticed my friends cheering me and Sirfetch'd on.

Jira latter commanded an Earthquake as I responded with a consecutive cut, a swift barrage of Fury Cutter attacks on the field. It seems as though Rhyperior is well trained against unpredictability. Sirfetch'd was able to leap above Rhyperior just as Earthquake was reaching its target, but it was still damaged by the side effects. My poor Sirfetch'd felt in trouble.

No need to worry, I thought. So I commanded another Fury Cutter as Rhyperior responded with its own Rock Blast, but quickly commanded my Sirfetch'd to put its shield forward, noticing the type disadvantage struggle it was facing.

Back to the battle

"And Sirfetch'd leaps above Rhyperior again! But with its shield on the ground, this leaves it defenseless!"

"Rhyperior! Stone Edge!"

"Detect!"

Sirfetch'd's Detect ability was able to defend it from the flurry of rocks, finally landing on the ground as it was preparing its deadly weapon.

"Let's finish it off! Meteor Assault!"

"Giga Impact!" Jira responded.

The two attacks collided at the center of the arena as they released a big explosion. When the dust settled, Sirfetch'd and Rhyperior were looking at each other for a few seconds, while recharging, both of them seemingly eager to continue.

"This isn't over, Ash! Stone Edge!"

"Fury Cutter!"

But as Rhyperior heard the command, it started to stumble… and it fell to the ground unconcious. Sirfetch'd was still standing there as it was charging its attack, visibly damaged.

"Rhyperior is unable to battle! Sirfetch'd wins!"

"The first victory of the match goes to competitor Ash!" the announcer said, as Ash's friends were loudly cheering. Especially the four girls were heard, together with Piplup.

"Return, Rhyperior. You did a great job." Jira spoke, as he was down 1-0.

"Quite a dedication for Sirfetch'd, eh? I think I will have to reward you, the way you and Sirfetch'd deserve." Jira continued, as Ash felt that… he was coming.

"Latios! Show them what you're made of!" Jira shouted. The Eon Pokemon showed up on the battlefield as the crowd was roaring. The sight of a Legendary Pokemon was rare, and everyone knows that.

"Hm. So he's here." Ash thought.

"Let's do it straight away…" Jira thought. "Mega Evolve!"

And there he was, Mega Latios showed up on the battlefield at full strength. Sirfetch'd faced its powerful opponent with its sense of chivalry, as Ash's heart was racing a little.

"You forced me to come out… but… maybe that's a good thing."

"But then again, you fucker, I lost because of that Latios of yours, and things seemed to be not that bad at first, Goh was there and it was okay, and then Brock and I had a heart-to-heart reunion."

"And then these four appeared. They broke my bones that evening and I should have called them out for the way they glomped me. Or maybe… I don't know, now I have them by my side. They hugged me when I cried. So after the battle… hm. We'll see. Now I have to win."

The struggle between the two was just beginning. Ash promised to himself that he will win everything as Sirfetch'd and Mega Latios were staring at each other, ready for battle.