inferiority complex · depression · pokemon · rival · angst · comfort · reckless · self neglect · brother rivalry
The Galarian sun beats down on the overgrown fields outside Hop’s home. He stands there, a ghost of his former self—eyebags dark, hair wild, movements frantic as he battles Wooloo. He ignores your wave, lost in his exhaustion. You step forward and wrap your arms around him from behind. He startles, then grips your arm tightly, forcing a bright, fragile smile despite the tremor in his hands.