The next day.
The fiery sun hung high in the clear blue sky, without a cloud for miles!
Deafening fireworks exploded above the venue as tens of thousands of spectators from around the world filed inside.
The seven teams from America, Ice and Snow Country, Eagle Country, India, Australia, Japan, and Dragon Country slowly emerged from the passageways and entered the arena.
The spectators immediately erupted into enthusiastic cheers when they saw the seven finalist teams make their entrance.
Those whose own countries had reached the finals practically wanted to strip off their shirts and wave them as they cheered and shouted.
The host rose off the ground. "Dear spectators, the finals of this Arceus Cup are about to begin! Let's give another warm round of applause to welcome the seven teams competing in the finals!"
The atmosphere boiled over as countless people stood to cheer the competitors on.
Many noticed that the host had changed his equipment today. Perhaps the previous battles had traumatized Noivern, because his mount today was rather peculiar.
Each of his feet rested on a Magnemite, while a Klinklang behind him held his body steady to help him balance.
The host's comical appearance had the entire crowd almost doubled over with laughter. Everyone thought it was a bit of festive fun prepared for the finals.
Cynthia looked at a middle-aged man with a mustache and smiled. "The rules for this World Cup have been very interesting. I wonder what the rules for the finals will be?"
"It's an honor to receive your praise, Miss Cynthia, but please allow me to keep that secret for now."
Japan's Champion smiled mysteriously without revealing a thing.
"Oh, come on."
Cynthia was a little annoyed that her attempt to charm him had failed.
"You really do love keeping people