"Bugsy is considered by many to be the 'Ultimate Expert on Bug Pokemon'." Magnus explained. "I think Vandal would find his Scyther to be a worthy challenge. It'd be nice to see a battle between them."
In from the front door of the Pokemon Center walked Falkner. He looked around the lobby, and found Magnus and their group, and walked over to them.
"Hey." Falkner said as he approached them. "I wanted to thank you kids on behalf of my city... You're extremely brave, and even without the Tower, people are grateful."
Falkner reached into his jacket pocket, and pulled something out.
"Here, these are for you guys." Falkner handed each of the Trainers a Zephyrbadge. "Consider it as a token of my thanks. Anyone who collects all eight Gym Badges from any region will be automatically accepted into the Pokemon League Championships, and be able to bypass the preliminary qualifying rounds."
Magnus looked at the badge in his hand, and looked at Falkner.
"Thank you." Magnus said quietly, stowing the token in his pocket.
"Stay strong kids... You're an inspiration for Pokemon Trainers everywhere who oppose the injustices that Team Rocket commit." Falkner said his final words to the Trainers, and left the Center, flying back to the Gym on his Pidgeot.
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