Pakura is wearing a strapless gown that reached the floor that looked like she was standing in a pool of velvet. The gown was decorated with flowery lace at the top half, and at the bottom it was white with dark pink on the left side, and a slight light pink in front. The parts of the gown that reached the floor was alternated between pinkish lavender and white. At the middle of the part where top and bottom half of the gown were separated there was a flower shaped jewel made out of diamond. Her stylist also put her hair down, and added a light blue platinum tiara that was intertwined into a heart shape in the middle. In the heart shaped gap, there was a smaller sapphire diamond heart in the middle. To finish the outfit, she was wearing icy blue wings at her back. Her shoes couldn't be seen, and she lifted her gown enough to let them see she was wearing pink glittery flats complete with a dark blue ribbon in the front.
All their faces were relatively clear of makeup, just a bit of highlighting here and there. Probably to show their natural beauty.
"They are going to love us." said Phillip. The others (except Pakura) nodded in agreement.
They climbed into their own chariot, as every Elite has his or her own one which is pulled by 4 Rapidash. Pakura is going to go first, followed by Phillip, Rosaline, Jude, and finally, Ash. Ash hid his Pikachu in the chariot, and also sent out his Ho-oh to fly behind him, since it itself is to light up the torch. When all are in position, the music plays, and they started moving.
Meanwhile, the audience and participants were waiting to see what the PAL Elite is like. There were cameras all over the path on the way to the Battle Arena, and connected to the screen, where they will show the faces of the Elite. Some of the audience were seated around the City Circle, for there were so many people coming to witness this ceremony, to see the Elite themselves, there wasn't enough space in the Arena. All they knew about the Elite were their names. They wanted to see what they looked like, and guess their type specialty from their costumes.
The doors finally opened, and the audience cheered as they saw the Elite. Meanhile, the screen at the Battle Arena turned on as well.
"There they are! There they are! The PAL Elite!" Charles Goodshow announced, when the screen came on. "First up, is the Leader of the Elite, Pakura. She looks just dazzling in her outfit, the pink just compliments her eye colour. Don't you think?" The audience roared to show their agreement.
"Phillip looks just tech-savvy in his outfit. I like the lights in his costume. It reflects his specialty really well." Phlox said, as she watched Phillip's fans going crazy over his outfit.
"Rosaline's outfit just reflects the fiery spirit in her. I wouldn't want to cross her if her outfit says anything about her personality." Charles mock shuddered.
"I like Jude's theme in his outfit, and the little bit of black here and there to reflect the other type specialty of his." Phlox commented, as his fans threw rose water at him. "And…what's that? At the background?"
Ash is riding on his chariot, his cape billowing behind him, looking expressionless. The setting sun also shadowed his face, leaving his appearance as a mystery. Behind him was a magnificent bird with feathers are predominantly gold and red, with yellow tail-feathers, a white underside, and green feathers at the tip of its wings.
"Oh My God! Our Silent Hero, Champion Red!" Phlox said in ecstasy. "And is that a Ho-oh behind him?" The crowd's initial alarm quickly changed to shouts and cheers of "Champion Red!", "Silent Hero!", "Ho-oh!" Every head was turned their way, and the cameras were trained on them. Ash lifted his chin a bit higher, and gave a shy smile and waved at the audience, and everyone throws flowers at Ash's chariot. However, unlike the others, the number of roses was enough to completely cover the floor of the chariot.
"Champion Red! Champion Red! Champion Red!" His name was being called from all sides. Ash smiled 'bashfully' and waved at them, which gained favour from the audience. Who knows? He might need the public's support later.
The chariots finally reached the Battle Arena. The participants cheered as they saw the five chariots enter.
"Ho-oh, sacred fire in the torch!" Ash commanded. Ho-oh swept down, and released a gold-rose-coloured flame from its beak at the torch, igniting it, to cheers.
They finally stopped in front of the stage, and the five of them got off their chariots, Ash returning his Ho-oh with thanks, and walked towards the five seats reserved for them at the stage, in the midst of cheers.
"Now, we give the mic to the PAL's representative, the Fire to Ice, Rosaline Pyra!" Everyone clapped and cheered as the girl stood up, and made her way to the front.
"Thank you, Mr. Goodshow." Rosaline said. "Welcome, everyone, to the Pokémon World Championships. This year, we hold the tournament at the Pokémon's favourite paradise region, the PAL, short for Pokémon Awakens Love!" There were cheers and clapping from the participants. "Various participants come here from all regions, even the best from our regions participating, making this one of the largest tournaments and one of the most important one of the year!"
"I hope this tournament would be a great experience for each and every one of you, and hopefully maybe even get to know some friends! Do remember the rules and regulations, and make the best out of your time here. Do your best to win as well, because the winner would win a large sum of 1,000,000,000 Pokedollars in cash, a guarantee pass to unrivalled freedom to travel around the world, the title of strongest Pokémon Master, the ability to carry around all your Pokémon at the same time, and the diamond and gold encrusted trophy hand made by Phillip Robinson. Phillip, our Genius Inventor, has also generously offered some of his very own inventions as part of the prize!"
Everyone cheered as Phillip was well-known for his amazing inventions, and he never gives them to anyone. From where he was standing, Phillip waved at the audience.
"For us, it's a great honour to be here as well. I wish to see spectacular battles tomorrow, and hope to see cooperation between trainers should they be paired up together. Pairs would be known tomorrow before tournament starts, so for tonight, have a good rest, and thank you for coming!"
After the ceremonies, Ash returned to his quarters, ready to change and shower before dinner, when Mewtwo teleported in. He had let him out of the Pokeball earlier because he said he wanted some fresh air.
"Something wrong, Mewtwo?" Ash asked.
"Bad news, Ash. The five leaders, Giovanni, Maxie, Archie, Cyrus and Ghetsis escaped from prison, along with their most trusted guards this morning. They are coming for you and your Elite. Tell them to stay on guard."
Ash's expression turned solemn. "Got it."
"Oh and one more thing." Mewtwo said.
Ash looked up. "Yeah, what?"
"I just want to tell you to be careful of the quiet one." With that, he returned to his Pokeball.
Be careful of the quiet one? What does that mean?
Ash shrugged, before going for a shower. He'll think about it later.