A Test of Illusion

Since the finals began, all matches had been held in the main arena, and Sato's match against Mr. Higashino had been scheduled as the third match of the morning.

Before that, only one person from Sato's group had taken the field: Wallace, widely recognized as the strongest among them.

"Honestly, Mr. Wallace's battles are so entertaining. No wonder he was arranged for the first match!"

In the waiting room, Ryoko, seated beside Sato, said with a sigh, and the others nodded in agreement.

There were many ways to win. For example, Phoebe's opponents often lost without even knowing what had happened, so naturally the audience understood even less.

But Wallace was different. When others did it, it was all flash and no substance. When he did it, it was both beautiful and deadly. Every seemingly dazzling attack was no weaker in power.

Even in the finals, Wallace's victories carried an air of effortless ease.

Soon, the second match of the first round of the finals officially began. Two Veteran Trainers who had been famous for years entered the field. The battle was exceptionally intense, with their constant counters and responses leaving the audience exhilarated.

But in the end, one of their Pokemon held the Attribute Advantage and won the match.

Next was the match between Sato and Mr. Higashino.

Under everyone's gaze, Sato and Dongye stood up at the same time. After looking at each other and slowly nodding, they separated and walked toward the entrance tunnels on opposite sides.

Inside the tunnel, Sato removed two Poké Balls from his Battle Belt. This was the lineup he had chosen based on Mr. Higashino's battle style. It was not the strongest, but it was the most suitable combination.

"Leave it to you!"

Sato said softly to the Poké Balls, and the