Aro, who had been mainly silent on the way to Turfield, had been strategising a plan for the first gym. He knew it would be the easiest one to obtain but the lack of experience on Shades part made him worry about how the gym challenge would go.

Kjolmar went up first to challenge Milo after they had completed the first Gym Mission. Aro watched as Kjolmar made quick work out of Milos Pokemon. Aro and Luna smiled as the crowd roared for Kjolmar.

“The crowd love him...” he said to Luna. “....wait till they get a load of us!” He continued as he nodded to Luna before he walked into the arena as they were being introduced.

Before he knew it, Aro’s battle was underway. He lead out with Shade who surprised everyone with how quick and nimble she could be, with her speed and good use of infestation she was able to knock the first two Pokemon out before falling finally to Milo’s Eldegoss. 

 Aro smiled as he sent out a Dynamaxed Luna which was able to easily overpower Milo’s Dynamaxed Eldegoss. A final Max Steelspike was enough to send Milos ace back to his trainer.

Finally, he had the first badge, their Galar journey had started properly. He made his way to stands and found Kjolmar as they both settled down to watch Lark.