A Shining New Challenge

To this day, sync pairs with shining bonds have continued to challenge themselves in the Arceus Cup.

Many have awakened their arc suit.

As Paldea's Top Champion, I have a duty to always aim higher.

Otherwise, I won't inspire all those who watch me.

Indeed...

So I've made a decision.

I must awaken my arc suit, too!

Larry, you'll be my opponent in the Arceus Cup, won't you?

Hmm... I'm afraid I don't know how you came to that conclusion.

If you're hoping to join the Arceus Cup, surely there are others who'd suit you better.

Does that mean you have someone in mind?

Do tell.

... ... ...

Well...

If you're looking for someone to match your skill, La Primera...how about Diantha, the Kalos Champion?

If I recall correctly, you haven't had a serious battle with her yet.

I see... Diantha, eh?

She certainly has a lovely shine, and many Trainers admire her.

She would indeed make a good Arceus Cup opponent.

(Phew. Glad she agrees.)

I've been looking to incorporate a serious, once-in-a-lifetime battle into a play.

The Arceus Cup would be the perfect stage for that!

Would one of you kindly be my scene partner?

Whoa, YOUR partner, Diantha?!

I'd love the challenge, but I don't know if I'm suited for such a role.

Really? I think both of you would give a wonderful performance.

Reading through the script, I felt someone else might fit the role better.

Someone with an air of authority, perhaps.

Some people have an aura that can't come from acting!

Hmm. An air of authority...

Don't expect much from this old lady.

As these kids say, everyone has roles that suit them best.

Oh dear... I don't think the kind of person you're talking about will be easy to find.

Apologies for the interruption.

I have a favor to ask of Diantha, the Kalos Champion.

Hello, Geeta. What sort of favor?

In short...

Would you battle me in the Arceus Cup?

Well, well. What impeccable timing!

Indeed! It's fate!

You're exactly who I was looking for, Geeta!

Huh? Does that mean...

Geeta! I've a favor to ask of you, too!

Will you join me in a play featuring a once-in-a-lifetime Arceus Cup battle?

A...play?

As long as we have a serious battle, I don't mind. But I have no acting experience.

It's quite all right. I can teach you.

What matters is whether you want to do it.

I've heard you're an experienced Gym Leader from Galar whose fantastic theater performs plays.

I imagine I could learn much about acting from you.

Hm... In that case, yes, I'll take you up on that offer, Diantha!

Thank you, Geeta! Let's make this the greatest performance ever!