Above the shores of Lake Valor,
Brilliant fireworks burst into the sky.
Golden morning sunlight spilled over the shimmering surface of Lake Valor, and the lakeside stadium was already buzzing with voices.
The Sinnoh Region's eagerly anticipated Grand Festival would be held here.
Coordinators from every region had gathered to compete for the ultimate title of Top Coordinator.
Bai'an, the host, had already begun her opening remarks.
"A total of 108 contestants have earned five Ribbons and will perform here with the Pokémon they've raised and take pride in."
"Please note that this time, the performances will be double performances. You'll need to create beautiful combinations using different Pokémon!"
In a VIP room overlooking the stands, Shiyin sat with Lucario, Zeraora, and Diancie.
Nurse Joy and the others had taken Li Wei's large number of Pokémon into consideration and arranged a private room especially for him.
It was the largest room, with enough space even for Metagross, Arcanine, and Milotic.
Only Corviknight had been forced to return to a Poké Ball because of being too tall.
Brock and Ash were there with Shiyin as well.
Piplup, Pikachu, and Shaymin chased one another around the room, treating Metagross and Arcanine as obstacles.
Metagross and Arcanine were long used to this. Being stepped on hardly bothered them anyway.
This room was usually reserved for Wallace, but Li Keli had gone to compete in the Master League and couldn't make it.
Bai'an continued her enthusiastic commentary.
"After passing the first and second qualifying rounds,
The ultimate winner will receive the title of Top Coordinator and a trophy!"
"Before that, please allow me to introduce the judges for this Grand Festival!"
Meanwhile, Li Wei's parents, Elder Uncle and Elder Aunt, Lily, Dayou, Mizuki, and the others, along with Dawn's mother, Saiko, were all watching