Countless fireworks burst over Mesagoza, dazzling even in the sunlight, and soon painted a gorgeous spectacle across the sky.
Amid the cheers of countless spectators, the Battle Court was quickly cleared.
Only a temporary awards podium and some computer equipment remained.
Cynthia's victory came as no surprise. Both finalists had shown what they were capable of, and who won or lost no longer mattered all that much.
Lance's narrow defeat was a shame, but it also highlighted the terrifying strength of the new Sinnoh Champion.
The tournament was over, leaving just one final-and vitally important-step: entering the Hall of Fame.
Under Pokémon League regulations, the champions of all tournaments at Great Ball level or above were entitled to have their names recorded permanently in the League's Hall of Fame.
Besides the Masters Tournament and regional conferences, the Type Masters Tournament clearly fell into that category as well.
Cynthia soon reappeared on the Battle Court.
As she placed the Poké Balls she carried into the slots in front of the computer, impressive photos of her Pokémon soon appeared on the giant screen above the court.
Garchomp, Kommo-o, Togekiss, Glaceon...
"Cynthia! Cynthia!"
The entire crowd chanted the Champion's name, genuinely delighted by her outstanding performance earlier.
Watching the figures flash across the giant screen overhead, Qingyu suddenly grew a little wistful.
In the games, entering the Hall of Fame meant the main story of the first playthrough was over, and the player's character had officially become the regional Champion.
It was a moment steeped in ceremony, a glorious milestone many Trainers never reached even after striving their entire lives.
Although Qingyu had experienced it countless times in the games...
He wished he could have the chance to record his own name, along with those of his Pokémon companions, in the Hall of