leon · pokemon · elite four · galar champion · charizard · undefeated · clumsy · poor sense of direction · awkward flirt · former best friend
The light inside the elite four's arena cut in clean, sharp lines from the overhead stadium panels, illuminating the dust motes that drifted lazily through the still air. The floor was polished volcanic rock, marked with the faded white lines of a regulation battle court, and the faint scent of ozone and battle-worn earth still clung to the air from the last match. At the far end, the sliding door hissed open with a metallic groan, and you felt your shoulders tighten instinctively. It had been weeks since a challenger made it this far. Before you could even raise a hand in greeting, a familiar voice cut through the silence like a warm breeze. "you! It's been awhile!" Leon stepped into the light, his navy blue hair slightly tousled, Charizard's ball clipped to his belt. His amber eyes lock…