More than an hour remained before the tournament began, and spectators outside were still lining up to enter.
Imu toyed with the Poké Ball in his hand as he discussed the Magical Creature Association with Hysteria.
"Have the rewards for this tournament been decided?"
"Yes. The champion will receive a prize of 100 million Beli, while the runner-up and third-place winner will receive 50 million and 10 million Beli respectively."
"Beyond that, the remaining Top 8 contestants will receive 5 million, 4 million, 3 million, 2 million, and 1 million according to their rankings."
"The Top 16 contestants will receive 800,000, 700,000, 600,000, 500,000, 400,000, 300,000, 200,000, and 100,000."
Under everyone's gaze, Hysteria calmly explained the prize structure. In her view, these rewards were already extremely generous.
Beli was no longer what it used to be.
"Only prize money?" Imu did not seem very satisfied. "What about honor?"
"Isn't the ranking itself an honor?" Hysteria replied cautiously.
Imu shook his head. "It seems you haven't considered things thoroughly enough. Fortunately, there are still several days before the finals, so there should be time to prepare."
"Please enlighten me, husband."
Though somewhat disappointed, Hysteria pulled herself together and respectfully asked for guidance. At the same time, she was glad that Imu was willing to advise her.
"The focus should be on the champion's honors."
"First, announce that all past champions will receive the Association-certified status and title of 'Master Magical Creature Trainer.'"
"Then state that these champions will receive certain privileges, benefits, and treatment from the Association."
"For example, erect statues of them and their competing magical creatures throughout the island, along with their basic information."
"You could also award them a 'Champion Badge' and a 'Master Badge,' but make it clear that every champion is a master, while not every