He knows Pokémon better than me.

Ash secretly filmed the clown's introduction and guidance.
I'll send it to Dr. Kukui in a bit and have him file a lawsuit overseas.

While the competitive Crab is indeed fond of fighting, it absolutely dislikes getting hurt, especially once the thick ice on its fists shatters; it will simply run away.

There were quite a few performances in the circus area, most of which were designed to attract attention, but almost every single one of them seemed to fall into the category of "abuse" against the Pokémon.

"Bari!"

The Mr. Mime clenched its fists, especially when it saw many of its former colleagues, exhausted and covered in injuries, yet still performing on stage.

With the staff's deliberate guidance, the uninformed audience couldn't see anything wrong at all.

Finally, the highlight of the show – the Dynamax performance!

Everything else is just icing on the cake; Dynamax is the real reason why this aquarium has become so popular recently!

Following the flow of people, Ash and Sonia arrived at a very spacious hall. The surrounding audience seats were full of people, but even the audience in the front row were some distance away from the central stage.

In terms of size, it is almost on par with the dojo arena.

The dome above is open, as if worried that Dynamaxing might break through the roof.

"I'd like to see how Dynamaxing works here!"

Ash sat down with his arms crossed and his eyes wide open.

Maga has said that without Galar particles here, it's impossible to achieve Dynamax.

As the discussion grew louder, a middle-aged man dressed in a gentleman's suit and wearing a bowler hat walked onto the stage.

He wore a gold-rimmed glasses on one eye, giving him a refined and scholarly appearance.

"Bari!"

Upon seeing this person, the Mr. Mime beside him couldn't help but let out a low growl.

This person is the new curator of the Ice and Snow Oceanarium!

"He is indeed an extraordinary person."

Beside her, Sonia took out her phone and searched for the other person's information.

"Xun Shi, 47 years old, is a professional operations manager. He took over this aquarium less than six months ago and turned it from loss to profit, making this quarter's profit figures particularly impressive."

If she hadn't witnessed those phenomena earlier, she would have praised the other person.

Looking at the description below, Sonia couldn't help but offer a reminder:
"By the way, this curator was also a top player who made it into the top 50 of the advanced ball level at the last World Championships."

Ash will be playing in the High Ball level promotion tournament soon, right?
"Top 50 in advanced ball level?"

Ash's eyes lit up, but Sonia quickly reminded him:
"It's the previous year, not this year!"

This year's competition is far more prestigious than the last one.

In the previous World Championships, the overall quality of the participants was not high. Trainers at the Elite League level could basically make it into the top eight, and were guaranteed at least a top ten finish.

Furthermore, due to the imperfect competition rules, there are still many cases of match-fixing.

This year, many new rules have been added, such as matching opponents from other regions during promotion matches, which reduces the possibility of match-fixing.

Of course, the most important thing is that the level of the players themselves has also improved significantly. This time, it is quite good that a player of the top level can make it into the top 40.

"Hello everyone, I'm Xun Shi, the curator. Welcome to my aquarium!"

On stage, the middle-aged man, polite and elegant, first bowed, then said in a clear voice:
"And next up is the greatest phenomenon in the Galar region: Dynamax!!"

As soon as the voice faded, the entire audience erupted in an exaggerated wave of cheers. A Galarian-looking Damo baboon walked out from backstage, its entire body as white as a snowman, and quickly took its place in the center of the stage.

It seems to be the star Pokémon of this venue, drawing enthusiastic cheers as soon as it appeared.

The two on stage exchanged a glance. The curator slightly rolled up his sleeve, revealing an enormous wristband on his wrist as well.

"Then, Gigantamax Darmanitan!!"

As he pressed the Max Bracers, the stage began to shake, and Darmanitan's entire body emitted a dazzling purple-red light.

It pounded its chest as its body rapidly swelled and grew larger.

"Bodhidharma—!!"

In the blink of an eye, this Dharma baboon had transformed into a colossal creature thirty meters tall, and its roar shook the entire arena!

In an instant, thunderous applause erupted, and the entire venue burst into cheers like a tsunami.

That's the biggest highlight!

"Is it really Dynamax?!"

"Bari?"

Ash and Mr. Mime stared wide-eyed in disbelief as a Dynamaxed Darmanitan appeared right before their eyes!
Moreover, it's not just a simple display of appearance; it even uses Dynamax moves!
Standing on the same stage, the curator Xun Shi suddenly appeared tiny, and he loudly directed:

"Come on, Darmanitan, use Max Ice!!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the gigantic Daruma baboon pounded its chest and roared, and thick white ice mist began to emanate from its entire body.

"Bodhidharma—!!"

The icy fog increased rapidly, and even the surrounding ground quickly froze into an ice shell, with the cold spreading across the entire stage.

Countless snowflakes fell from the sky, transforming the originally normal stage into an ice and snow stage.

A massive ice attack ignited the entire audience once again, and that wasn't all.

"Giant Water Flow!!"

The gigantic Daruma opened its mouth and spat out a thick jet of water, shooting it into the sky.

"Dynamax Attack!!"

Then came a Normal-type Dynamax move, a powerful stomp that shook the ground violently, releasing a torrent of energy in a magnificent display!
"Maximum Fighter!!"

"Max Magnum Bully!!"

The Damo baboon threw a powerful punch towards the sky, and an energy fist shot out like a flame.

Immediately afterwards, a sinister black mist enveloped his entire body, and malevolent energy spread out, bombarding him relentlessly.
One Dynamax move after another was unleashed in quick succession, as if no stamina was required.

There was no three-round limit, and Darmanitan had already unleashed five Dynamax moves in a short time, while still maintaining its Dynamax state.

The atmosphere in the entire venue was completely ignited.
Although we can't see Dynamax battles.

But seeing a continuous stream of Dynamax moves makes the ticket price worthwhile!
On stage, the curator stroked his mustache, a wide grin spreading across his face, clearly pleased with the cheers and applause around him.

Hmph, no matter how many venues are on the verge of bankruptcy, there's no one he can't save!

Ash, sitting in the audience, crossed his arms and stared at the "Gigantamax" Darmanitan on the stage, his brow furrowed deeply.

Finally, he shook his head, his eyes gleaming, almost certain:
"No. This isn't Dynamax!" (End of Chapter)