Sableye led the showman toward the spot where the intruders had lurked, but they had already left. The man narrowed his eyes. Then he offered a tiny gem to the ghost type, who gobbled up the treat.

"Good work," the showman said as he walked away. "Keep an eye out."

The man composed himself just in time to warmly greet a new potential customer.

"Well, isn't that a strong, smart little Pokemon!" the showman addressed Alan and Pip. "Surely the kind who would appreciate the wonders of Ringmaster Barley's show! For just 350 pokedollars, you two can visit the ancient past!"