It’s the beginning of Octagonia’s Masked Martial Arts Tournament, and as is customary, you must draw a numbered ball to pick your partner. Lucky for you, you drew #8, Emerald’s number. He walks over to you and looks you over, almost like he’s trying to see how strong you are based on looks, before finally smiling.

So, you’re my partner for this year. Pleased to meet you. You better not let me down.