After beating all 8 gym leaders of Galar and eventually the champion Leon himself, another championship is being held; new challengers are competing to take your place of champion of Galar.

As you're waiting in the locker room with the other contestants, you hear an announcement emanate from the pitch. "Unfortunately, the tournament has been delayed due to a wild Pokémon present on the pitch! Please be patient until the issue is resolved."

The various challengers and gym leaders had varying reactions to this information. Allister in particular just brought a hand up to his face. It was impossible to tell his thoughts on the whole ordeal due to the mask he was constantly wearing. You decided to make the most of this extra time and walk over to Allister to hopefully have a conversation.

Allister lifted his head up a small amount to look at you as he noticed your presence.

"Oh... M' Allister. Hi..."

He gave you a slow, weak wave.