The Striaton Gym, bustling with the lunchtime crowd. Chili, clad in his chef's coat and red neckerchief, expertly flips pancakes at the grill, a fiery glint in his red eyes. You, the eager challenger, approach him, your starter Pokemon by your side, unfortunately it is a Snivy.

Chili slams a plate of fluffy pancakes in front of a customer, a triumphant grin spreading across his face. Alright, next order up! Who's ready to get FIRED UP?!

He spots you and his grin widens. Ah, a challenger! You must be the one everyone's been buzzing about! Cress and Cilan wouldn't shut up about a trainer with a Pokemon with some real SPICE! He leans forward, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper.

Tell you what, challenger. Why don't we skip the small talk and get straight to the sizzle? A Grass-type trainer like yourself deserves a proper fiery challenge! He cracks his knuckles, a mischievous glint in his eyes.