Elesa's fashion show was a dazzling spectacle that had everyone in Nimbasa City talking. The event was held in her Gym, which had been transformed into a runway worthy of the most prestigious fashion capitals in the region. Glittering lights hung from the ceiling, casting a soft, ethereal glow over the runway.

The audience, a mix of trainers, tourists, and fashion enthusiasts, filled the stadium to capacity. They eagerly awaited the unveiling of Elesa's latest collection, their excitement palpable in the air.

Bianca was practically bouncing in her seat with anticipation. "Oh, Luke, I can't believe we get to witness Elesa's fashion show! Her sense of style is legendary!"

Luke, his camera at the ready, shared Bianca's enthusiasm. "I've heard about Elesa's shows, but seeing it in person is a whole new experience. This will be great for my filming career!"

The lights dimmed, and a hush fell over the crowd as the first model stepped onto the runway. Elesa herself was at the forefront, radiant and poised, wearing an outfit that blended elegance and edginess seamlessly.

The collection that followed was a stunning display of creativity and artistry. Each piece was a work of art, a fusion of bold colors, intricate designs, and avant-garde concepts. Models strutted down the runway with confidence, showcasing Elesa's creations with grace and poise.

Bianca couldn't contain her excitement as she whispered to Luke, "Look at those outfits! They're like nothing I've ever seen before. The colors, the patterns, the fabrics – it's all so unique!"

Luke nodded in agreement, his camera capturing every detail. "She is incredible!"

"Do you even understand what is going on here?" Ash turned to Cilan bemused but sweat dropped when he realized that his best friend was also very into the fashion show. "It seems like I am the only one sane here."

As the show reached its grand finale, Elesa took to the runway once more, resplendent in an outfit that seemed to capture the very essence of lightning itself. Her Zebstrika, equally stylish, joined her, and together, they struck a pose that left the audience in awe.

The applause that followed was thunderous, echoing throughout the Gym. Elesa took a graceful bow, her charisma undeniable. "Thank you, everyone, for being a part of this electrifying experience! Fashion and battles, when combined, create something truly extraordinary!"

Bianca, her eyes shining with admiration, turned to Luke. "Luke, I've never seen anything like it. This is going to make your documentary incredible!"

Luke smiled, his camera capturing the essence of the moment. "You're right, Bianca. This is a story that needs to be shared with the world."

As the crowd slowly dispersed, Bianca, Luke, Ash, and Cilan decided to stay behind. The Gym Leader looked at the curiously, before a smirk spread through her lips. "Are you here for a Gym Battle?"

"Two of them," Ash smirked back. "Bianca and I are here to challenge you!"

"I know you," Elesa pointed at him. "You are Dean Drayden's star student, the one who defeated three Legendary pokemon."

"How did you know that? I mean, I get that you know about my Lily of the Valley Conference challenge, it was televised. But how did you know about me being Drayden-sensei's student?" Ash asked confused.

"Do you believe that you are the only student of his that graduated and became famous?" Elesa replied cheekily, making Ash blush embarrassed. "The Striaton Brothers graduated and went to open their café/gym," she nodded at Cilan, who smiled in return. "And I was already modeling before even graduating and now I have my own brand and gym. Opelucid Academy has created some of the most famous people in Unova." She twirled around, giggling. "I'll take Bianca first, a two vs two match and then you, Ash, for a three vs three match. After the meowthwalk that is as much as I can take. I will crash on my bed afterwards."

"Yey! I'm going first!" Bianca cheered. An Alolan Raichu appeared then, surfing on the air, as she utilized her psychic powers to dismantle the runway to free the battlefield and allow the battle to proceed. "Alright, Pignite, let's show 'em what we've got! Go, Pignite!"

Bianca's Pignite emerged from his Poke Ball, radiating fiery determination, as Luke, Ash, and Cilan moved back to the stands. Luke already had his camera out again and was filming everything.

The atmosphere inside the Nimbasa Gym was electrifying, mirroring the enthusiasm coursing through the trainers. "Let's make this an electrifying battle! Zebstrika, you're up!"

With an energetic burst of light, Elesa released her Zebstrika onto the battlefield. The Electric-type pokemon pawed the ground eagerly, ready for action. He was a sleek and majestic creature, with stripes that resembled bolts of lightning running down his body. "Zebstrika, start things off with Flame Charge!"

Elesa's Zebstrika ignited like a bolt of lightning, flames flickering from his hooves as he charged directly towards Pignite. The Fire and Electric-types clashed in a fiery collision. The impact pushed Pignite back a bit, but he stood its ground, flames still burning brightly.

"Pignite, counter with Flame Charge too!" Bianca commanded.

With a powerful thrust, Pignite charged forward, flames surrounding his body. The two pokemon collided once again, this time creating a dazzling display of sparks and fire. The resulting explosion sent shockwaves through the gym.

Elesa was not affected by it and rapidly countered. "Quick Attack, Zebstrika!"

Elesa's strategy was clear - capitalize on Zebstrika's speed. Zebstrika darted around the arena with blinding speed, striking Pignite multiple times with his Quick Attack. Pignite grunted with each hit, struggling to keep up with the rapid assaults.

Bianca's expression was one of panic. "Hang in there, Pignite! Use Heat Crash now!"

Gritting his teeth, Pignite activated Heat Crash, his body glowing with intense heat. He lunged forward, attempting to slam into the faster Zebstrika. However, Zebstrika expertly dodged the attack with a nimble leap, leaving Pignite crashing into the ground, narrowly missing his target.

"Double Kick, Zebstrika!" Elesa smirked.

Seizing the opportunity, Zebstrika followed up with a Double Kick, striking Pignite with both hooves. Pignite grunted in pain, feeling the force of the blows.

"Don't give up, Pignite! Flamethrower!" Bianca winced and shouted in worry.

Determined to turn the tide, Pignite unleashed a searing Flamethrower attack, engulfing Zebstrika in a torrent of flames. The Electric-type pokemon screeched as the flames seared his hide. He staggered back, clearly feeling the heat.

"Zebstrika, finish this with Wild Charge!" Elesa exclaimed with determination.

Refusing to yield, Zebstrika summoned a surge of electric energy and charged at Pignite with Wild Charge. The collision was intense, and Pignite's fiery resistance could only hold out for so long. With a final, explosive burst, Pignite was knocked down, unable to continue.

"Pignite is unable to battle! Zebstrika and Elesa win!" The referee announced, as Elesa's Zebstrika stood triumphant, his breaths coming in sharp, satisfied bursts.

"That was an awesome battle!" Luke exclaimed in awe.

Cilan was clapping and nodding in agreement. "That it was. Bianca got better; it is hard to push Elesa's Zebstrika like that. He is one tough pokemon."

"Well, I am happy that Bianca is not crying about her loss," Ash commented, wincing at the memory of how long it had taken him to calm her down during the tournament in Nimbasa Town.

"Go, Minccino!" Bianca released her second and last pokemon, after having recalled her starter. Bianca's choice, the nimble Normal-type Minccino, bounded onto the field. She was a small, furry pokemon with an energetic spirit, ready for the challenge. "Show them your spark too!"

"Zebstrika, another Flame Charge! Go!" Elesa smirked confidently.

However, this time Bianca was quick enough to counter it. "Minccino, dodge and use Hyper Voice!"

Quick on her feet, Minccino gracefully evaded Zebstrika's Flame Charge by performing an acrobatic backflip. Then, Minccino let out a piercing Hyper Voice that rippled through the air, sending soundwaves toward Zebstrika. The sonic assault had an impact, causing Zebstrika to wince.

"Impressive evasion, Bianca!" Elesa praised, but she was far from giving up. "Zebstrika, close in with Quick Attack!"

Elesa didn't waste a moment, and Zebstrika responded immediately. He dashed towards Minccino with incredible speed, his Quick Attack creating afterimages. The Electric-type collided with Minccino, sending her tumbling backward.

"Minccino, use Thunderbolt now!" Bianca's Minccino gathered electrical energy and released a powerful Thunderbolt that crackled through the air, striking Zebstrika head-on. However, instead of recoiling, the Thunderbolt had the effect of healing and revitalizing Zebstrika. "Wait! That is not fair!"

"Zebstrika, hit back with Wild Charge!" Elesa smirked victoriously.

"Minccino, dodge it using Double Team!" Bianca panicked.

Bianca's Minccino multiplied, creating multiple illusory copies that confused Zebstrika. The Electric-type pokemon tried to strike the real Minccino but hit a decoy instead.

"Well done, Bianca! Zebstrika, finish this with Double Kick!" Zebstrika unleashed a barrage of swift Double Kick attacks, striking the real Minccino among the decoys. Minccino couldn't withstand the relentless blows and was knocked out.

The referee raised up the flag and announced. "Minccino is unable to battle! Zebstrika and Elesa win!"

"Please don't cry, please don't cry, please don't cry, please don't cry, please don't cry," Ash closed his eyes and repeated as a mantra, as Luke and Cilan laughed at him.

Luckily, for him Bianca did not cry, and after recalling her fainted pokemon, she had declared that she would be coming back for a rematch. "I am eagerly waiting for it," Elesa smirked, before turning towards the stands. "Now it is your turn, I can't wait to see what Dean Drayden's star student is capable of."

"You got it!" Ash exclaimed, jumping down towards the battlefield. Stopping to give Bianca a comforting hug. "Astrape, you are up!" Ash's Ampharos, Astrape, emerged onto the battlefield in a burst of energy. She was a magnificent shiny pokemon with a coat of vibrant, lilac fleece. Her presence alone was electrifying. "Astrape, start with a Thunder Wave!"

Ash knew that crippling Zebstrika's speed would be crucial, so he instructed Astrape to release a paralyzing wave of electricity. Astrape complied, sending out shimmering waves of energy that reached Zebstrika.

"Quick Attack, Zebstrika! Don't let that Thunder Wave hit!" Elesa wasted no time and commanded Zebstrika to respond with a lightning-fast Quick Attack. Zebstrika darted toward Astrape with impressive speed, narrowly evading the Thunder Wave.

Ash gritted his teeth, but he was not giving up. "Now, use Thunder Shock!" Astrape pivoted gracefully and retaliated with a focused Thunder Shock. The electrical burst struck Zebstrika, causing it to twitch involuntarily from the paralysis.

"Zebstrika, shake it off! Flame Charge!" Elesa's voice was unwavering as she called for Zebstrika to harness the power of Flame Charge. Zebstrika's body was engulfed in flames as he charged toward Astrape with renewed vigor.

"Dodge it and use Dazzling Gleam!" Ash's quick thinking saved Astrape from the fiery assault. She leaped nimbly to the side, avoiding the Flame Charge, and then released a blinding Dazzling Gleam. The arena was filled with a dazzling display of multicolored light, leaving Zebstrika momentarily stunned and recoiling from the attack.

"Zebstrika, snap out of it! Quick Attack!" Elesa knew she had to act fast. Zebstrika regained its composure and executed another Quick Attack, closing the gap between the two Pokémon.

"Astrape, use Power Gem!"

With determination in her eyes, Astrape responded to Ash's command. The blue orb on Astrape's head and at the end of her tail began to glow light-red, then a big white light shines from the crystal and spins in a clockwise direction, and then a pale pink beam which is surrounded by a white aura shoot towards the opponent from the crystal, directly toward Zebstrika with pinpoint accuracy.

The super-effective blast struck Zebstrika head-on, overwhelming him with the sheer power of the move. Zebstrika's form flickered before he collapsed to the ground, unable to battle any longer.

"Zebstrika is unable to battle! Ash and Astrape win the match!" The referee announced, to Ash's friends cheering.

As the dust settled and Elesa had returned her pokemon, she couldn't help but be captivated by the radiant presence of Astrape, Ash's stunning shiny Ampharos. Her usual confident demeanor momentarily gave way to an expression of genuine awe.

Elesa approached Astrape, her eyes gleaming with admiration. "Oh, my Arceus," she exclaimed in a tone barely above a whisper. "What a magnificent pokemon you have, Ash! I've never seen such a beautiful shiny Ampharos before. She is new right? I would remember seeing her in the Lily of the Valley Conference."

Astrape stood proudly, her lilac fleece shimmering in the Gym's lights. Her brilliant golden mane and blue orb on her forehead seemed to emit an ethereal glow. It was a sight to behold, even for a seasoned Gym Leader like Elesa.

Elesa couldn't resist the urge to reach out and gently stroked Astrape's soft fleece. "Your Ampharos is absolutely dazzling. Her coloration is so rare and unique. I'm simply enamored by her."

Ash smiled proudly, appreciating Elesa's admiration for his beloved pokemon. "Thanks, Elesa! Astrape is not only beautiful but incredibly strong too. We make a great team."

Elesa nodded, still captivated by Astrape's radiant presence. "You most certainly do, Ash. This shiny Ampharos is a true gem. You're not only a skilled trainer but also incredibly lucky to have such a magnificent partner. Congratulations on your well-deserved victory."

"Well, I am not the only one lucky to have such a great partner. When Cilan said that your Zebstrika is one tough pokemon, he really meant it. Your pokemon is a beast to be able to hold like that after three challenges." Ash whistled impressed, as Elesa preened proudly recalling her fainted pokemon. "His stamina and perdurance… I am at awe."

"Yes, he is the perfect partner I could ask for," Elesa's smile was warm. "I better return to my box, we still have a gym battle to finish!" Elesa flashed Ash a dazzling smile as she released her Emolga.

"Those pokemon sure are popular between girls," Ash commented under his breath. Firs Bianca, then Iris, and now Elesa. "Let's give it our all, Astrape," Ash said, his voice full of determination. "Show everyone what we're made of!"

Elesa began with a strategy as she analyzed the situation. "Emolga, use Attract!"

Emolga fluttered her wings gracefully, releasing a charming aura that enveloped Astrape. However, Astrape, was the same gender as Emolga and was unaffected by the move.

Ash took this opportunity to initiate his strategy. "Astrape, start with Electric Terrain!"

Astrape stomped her hoof on the ground, generating a surging Electric Terrain that enveloped the battlefield. The sparks crackled around her, electrifying the atmosphere, boosting her Electric-type moves.

Elesa's eyes widened slightly, impressed by Ash's quick thinking. "Well played, Ash. Emolga, try Aerial Ace!"

Emolga darted through the air like a bolt of lightning, aiming to strike Astrape with her precise move. However, Astrape was ready, using her newfound agility to evade the attack gracefully.

"Astrape, unleash Thunder!" Ash commanded, seizing the opportunity.

Astrape's orb on her forehead began to glow with immense power as she summoned a colossal bolt of lightning from the sky. With pinpoint accuracy, the Thunder attack struck Emolga, sending electrical shockwaves through her body. Emolga cried out in pain, but she remained resolute.

Elesa grinned; her confidence undeterred. "Emolga, counter with Electro Ball!"

Emolga collected electrical energy and formed it into a pulsating Electro Ball. With a swift movement, she launched the sphere at Astrape. The Electric Terrain surrounding Astrape intensified the power of her Electric-type moves, and she responded in kind.

"Astrape, meet it head-on with Thunder!" Ash commanded.

The two powerful Electric-type attacks collided mid-air, creating a brilliant explosion of sparks. The Gym's audience gasped at the spectacular display of power. After a tense struggle, Astrape's Thunder emerged victorious, overwhelming Emolga's Electro Ball.

Elesa wasn't one to back down. "Emolga, give it everything you've got! Acrobatics!"

Emolga executed a dazzling series of acrobatic maneuvers, closing the gap between her and Astrape with incredible speed. She then struck Astrape with a powerful Acrobatics attack, but Astrape held her ground.

"Astrape, finish it with Dazzling Gleam!" Ash commanded; his voice filled with confidence.

Astrape unleashed a blinding, multicolored burst of energy in all directions, enveloping Emolga. The Dazzling Gleam attack was overwhelming, and Emolga could no longer keep up her battle prowess. It was knocked out, her form engulfed in the radiant light.

The referee declared the winner, and the Gym erupted into cheers as Astrape's victory was secured. Ash and Astrape shared a triumphant moment and a warm hug.

Elesa, graceful in defeat, returned her Emolga. "Congratulations, Ash. You and Astrape make an incredible team. But I still have one more pokemon! Let's see how you handle Tynamo's speed and power, Ash!"

Ash, determined to maintain his momentum, replied with unwavering confidence. "Astrape, we've got this! Start with Thunder Wave!"

Astrape nodded, her lilac fleece shimmering brilliantly as she released a series of electrifying waves that crackled through the air. The paralyzing effect of Thunder Wave filled the battlefield, creating an electrifying atmosphere.

Elesa wasn't one to be caught off guard. "Tynamo, evade with Double Team!"

Tynamo scattered into multiple illusions, creating duplicates of himself that danced around the Gym. It was a dazzling display of speed and agility, making it challenging to pinpoint the real Tynamo.

Ash observed the situation carefully. "Astrape, use Thunder Shock to reveal the real Tynamo!"

Astrape unleashed a precise Thunder Shock, aiming for the center of the illusionary Tynamos. As the electrical surge struck one of the illusions, it dissipated into sparks, revealing the true Tynamo.

Elesa was impressed by Ash's tactics. "You're as sharp as I expected, Ash. Tynamo, retaliate with Charge!"

Tynamo's body crackled with electric energy as he absorbed the power from the Charge move, increasing his Special Attack. He was preparing for a potent strike.

Ash knew he had to act swiftly. "Astrape, use Dazzling Gleam!"

Astrape radiated with an intense, multicolored light as she unleashed a powerful Dazzling Gleam. The brilliant rays of light shot toward Tynamo, who was still charging energy.

Elesa assessed the situation and made a quick decision. "Tynamo, dodge with Quick Attack!"

Tynamo's lightning-fast reflexes allowed him to evade the Dazzling Gleam with a blinding burst of speed. He darted out of harm's way, impressively avoiding the radiant attack.

Ash was quick to adapt. "Astrape, follow up with Thunder!"

Astrape didn't hesitate. She summoned a colossal bolt of lightning from the sky with pinpoint accuracy, aiming directly for Tynamo.

Tynamo attempted to retaliate, but the thunderous power of Astrape's Thunder struck first. The electrifying bolt engulfed Tynamo, creating a spectacular explosion of sparks. The Gym's audience watched in awe as the electrical clash intensified.

When the dust settled, it was clear that Astrape's Thunder had emerged victorious. Tynamo, despite his valiant effort, was unable to withstand the overwhelming power of the attack, which had been powered up by the Electric Terrain, and fainted on the battlefield.

The referee declared Ash and Astrape the winners of the Gym battle, and the Gym erupted into cheers. Elesa returned her Tynamo and approached Ash with a warm smile. "Your Astrape is truly exceptional. You've earned the Bolt Badge with style."

Ash accepted the Bolt Badge with pride, grateful for the challenge and the recognition of his dedication to his pokemon. He turned and beamed at his pokemon. "You did it girl! Your first gym sweep! Marvelous!"

Ash turned to his friends, who had approached him to congratulate him on his victory. Well, all of them but Luke, who seems to be in a serious conversation with Elesa. Ash was curious and luckily, he did not have to wait long to know what was going on. Luke approached them and adjusted the strap of his camera bag and looked at them with a determined expression. "I've decided to stay in Nimbasa City for a while and work as a photographer and cameraman for Elesa's upcoming fashion show. It's a fantastic opportunity to capture the essence of her creativity."

Bianca's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Luke, that's amazing! Your documentary is going to be even more incredible with behind-the-scenes footage of Elesa's shows. I'll stick around to help out, and maybe I can learn a thing or two about style from her. I also want to challenge Elesa again for the Bolt Badge."

"That's the spirit!" Cilan cheered them on. "It seems that we are parting ways now, but our different paths are what will aid us in our growth."

"I could not agree more," Ash smiled warmly. "Let's meet again soon. I will be waiting at the Vertress Conference. Don't keep me waiting for long."