[Samuel Brookes]

Samuel wasn't usually one for staying indoors and studying. He preferred to be outside, learning through experience. But there were some things he knew he had to learn from books, and so with great reluctance he had dragged himself to the library.

He hadn't come alone though. His Houndour, Hunter, was sat next to him obediently as he leant over one of the books he had found on type matchups and battle strategies. It was amazing how quickly Hunter had adapted after being caught. Samuel was glad- he wanted to use the Houndour in the battle he was studying for. Besides, it also meant he wouldn't have to rely on his Absol or Shinx all the time.

Hunter yawned before head-butting Samuel's leg. Samuel smiled briefly, resting his hand on his pokemon's head, before turning his attention back to his books with a small frown. Perhaps attending the next battle tactics class would be necessary before he made his challenge. There was just too much for him to remember from a book, and he didn't want to lose because of a stupid mistake.