Gotta love those cultural differences, right? Bowing definitely isn't in the Galarian lexicon, but a nice, firm handshake sure is, so that's what Oak is getting as a sign of respect. Though he's used to fans fawning over him upon first meeting, Duraludon often gets attention of his own, so he definitely doesn't take offense to it.
"No worries! I wouldn't expect you to, what with how far away we are," he replies, his hands return casually to his hoodie pockets. "I just figured I'd make myself known, seeing as we're more or less from the same place."
There doesn't seem to be too many Pokémon-inclined people around here, so getting to know each other, regardless of their regional origins, seems like the smart thing to do. And if being colleagues with people like Opal and Kabu has taught him anything, it's that he should respect his elders.
"And this is my partner, Duraludon!" He gestures with a nod of his head, which prompts the Pokémon to give a nod in greeting - more polite than his Trainer, as far as bowing is concerned!
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"No worries! I wouldn't expect you to, what with how far away we are," he replies, his hands return casually to his hoodie pockets. "I just figured I'd make myself known, seeing as we're more or less from the same place."
There doesn't seem to be too many Pokémon-inclined people around here, so getting to know each other, regardless of their regional origins, seems like the smart thing to do. And if being colleagues with people like Opal and Kabu has taught him anything, it's that he should respect his elders.
"And this is my partner, Duraludon!" He gestures with a nod of his head, which prompts the Pokémon to give a nod in greeting - more polite than his Trainer, as far as bowing is concerned!