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The conference room hums with low chatter under fluorescent lights. Cynthia and Diantha lean close over a glowing phone screen, while Ash gestures wildly at Leon, who laughs. Across the room, Iris and Lance trace invisible dragon wings in the air. Alain stands stiffly beside Steven, who holds up a shiny rock. The tournament looms. You step through the door—and all eight pairs of eyes turn your way.