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After being abandoned by its chosen trainer, the Nihilego undergoes a transformation not only physical but mental as well. It turns shy and timid, demeanor shifting into that of a baby pokemon.

At Fernando’s approach, it only backs away, shying away from its victim. It seems to pose no threat and has no intention to fight the councilman for who gets to rescue the gym leader. Katherine herself appears to be unconscious, worn down by the battle.

Surprisingly enough, she’s bruised and there are clear marks of ice burns scattered across her body. It appears as if the duo shared the brunt of the battle in more than one way. Where it suffered, so did she. The BATTLE BOND went beyond what was traditionally known, proving that much was still unknown about these Ultra Beasts.

The gym leader would eventually awake after being provided care, forced to face immeasurable disappointment at the fact that the Silph had to come to her aid not once during their trip, but twice.

Her badge will be delivered by mail shortly after their return to Hoenn.


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