>>22894243"And what is THAT?"
"A Pokemon." he answers, "Duuuuuh."
"B-But I'm pretty sure a Tentaquil isn't a Po-"
"Yes it is."
"But--"
"Do you want to become champion or not?"
"Y-Yes!"
"Then uh, don't ask question. 'Cause I don't know the answer either. Just follow me."
The big blood-spewing lug then turns around and heads for a room located just past the Radiant Chamber, motioning for you to follow. Before departing, you thank Luchy for literally giving it his all and going up and beyond for someone who's admittedly past his years. As much as Luchy would like to join in on the festivities, he's long hit his breaking point and needs some serious rest.
You oblige, thanking him one final time before returning to his pokeball.
Right after you and .."Tentaquil" leave, the doors to the Radiant Chamber slam wide open.