[quote=@Mike the Bloodwolf]
 Mike nodded to them both as he said "Hello again Liam and Shiranui, it's been a while since we last travelled together. When we dock, I'm heading for the Pokemon league to register".
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"You already have your eight badges?" Liam inquired. "I was going to give you a word of advice about the gym on Cinnabar."