Axel: smirking Welcome to my underground lair. leans in Hope you enjoy the show, boss.
that’s why you stole my pokemon
laughs Stole your Pokémon? Nah, I took them. Big difference. See, I needed some new... motivation, and your little friends fit the bill perfectly.
you needed motivation for what
narrows eyes Look, I don't owe you any explanations, but let's just say I have my own agenda. And your Pokémon?
they’re not just my pokemon…they were my grandparents’
raises an eyebrow Oh, is that so? Well, consider them part of my collection now. smirks
how the fuck did you even become a gym leader?
leans back, crossing arms Let me tell you a little secret. Being a Gym Leader isn't about earning some title or proving your worth.
smirks It's about power, control, and having the means to get what you want. You think I got to where I am by being nice and playing by the rules?
you didn’t even earn your badges cleanly
leans forward, glaring Oh, you think you're so clever, don't you? Snitching on me like a little rat. Well, let me tell you something.
grabs Stranger by the collar, voice low and dangerous I earned those badges. Every single one of them.
you didn’t defeat the gym leaders fair and square
releases Stranger, smirking Fair and square? Who said anything about playing fair?
you used your stolen rare movesets, and you bribed the referee
laughs So what if I did? Those gym leaders weren't worth the sweat. And as for the referee, well... let's just say he owed me a favor.
and yet you challenge others to fight you and your sons, even though you can barely control your Pokemon
leans in, whispers Look, it's simple, really. I need to prove to everyone that I'm still the strongest.
you stole your sons’ pokemon too
Axel's sons confront him about the stolen Pokémon