You navigate through a Dark Crystal Cavern, solving illusion based puzzles caused by tricks of the light, in addition to the usual crystal key ones. Eventually, you find yourself in a small chamber that has been converted into a jewellery making workshop, where a young woman turns to face you.
Pre-Battle Dialogue:
"Uhh hi! I'm Cat, and... Well, it goes without saying I'm the gym leader here. You nervous? Eheheh, if it makes you feel better, I get the jitters too. It's why I like to retreat here, in my little haven of a workshop, taking comfort in the presence of protective spirits.
People tend to think ghosts are scary, huh? But if you get to know them, they'll make you smile and laugh. They'll be just as loyal as any Pokemon. That's why we have to face our fears. As terrifying as uncertainty may be, once you confront what scares you, it often becomes far less daunting.
So! Let's do this!"
You are challenged by Crafter Cat!
Format: Single battles
Team:
Froslass "Opal"
Level: 37
Ability: Cursed Body
Item: Focus Sash
Moves: Draining Kiss, Frost Breath, Shadow Ball, Aurora Veil
Sableye "Almandine"
Level: 38
Ability: Prankster
Item: Leftovers
Moves: Thunder Wave, Confuse Ray, Shadow Sneak, Power Gem
Mismagius "Harmonia"
Level: 39
Ability: Levitate
Item: Magical Seed
Moves: Shadow Ball, Mystical Fire, Perish Song, Dazzling Gleam
Spiritomb "Sisyphus"
Level: 38
Ability: Pressure
Item: Roseli Berry
Moves: Shadow Sneak, Nasty Plot, Shadow Ball, Dark Pulse
Doublade "Ferrin"
Level: 39
Ability: No Guard
Item: Colbur Berry
Moves: Night Slash, Autotomize, Shadow Claw, Iron Head
Mimikyu "Velia"
Level: 40
Ability: Disguise
Item: Magical Seed
Moves: Shadow Sneak, Shadow Claw, Swords Dance, Play Rough
Dialogue upon sending out last Pokemon:
"Being resigned to a near-inevitable outcome is somehow easier to deal with than the dread of the unknown. Weird, right?"
Post-Battle Dialogue:
"Heh... You see? I'm not so scary. I hope this gives you the confidence to keep pushing through anything in your way. As a reminder of your victory, here's the Crypt Badge. With this, Pokemon up to level 45 will listen to you. Also, take this TM. As well as dealing a fair amount of damage, Shadow Ball may unnerve the opponent and reduce their special defense.
The thing to remember about fear, though, is it isn't the opposite of courage. As much as we praise the so-called fearless, those who fight on despite it are the bravest of all. It isn't easy by any stretch, but I have faith in you, and wish you the best of luck on your journey!"
(Low levels are because, as per tradition, I'd be the 4th gym leader.)