[ technically rivalries are supposed to be friendly - the whole point of them is to challenge one another to get stronger, though Raihan has seen a few in challengers his day whose rivalries ended up more antagonistic than supportive. there's only so much growth that one can get from a relationship like that. ]

No kidding? [ that makes Raihan's eyes practically sparkle, and Duraludon's seem to soften as well. ] That means a lot. He doesn't get compliments like that too often - not that calling him cool or strong is a bad thing, but I happen to think his cuteness is totally overlooked!

[ he knew he'd like what she had to say after their game, but now he respects her for her objectively excellent taste. getting that sort of comment from someone who has been to entirely different planets just hits different. ] We usually stay together, yeah. But if you're that keen on spending time with him, all you need to do is ask! He's not too talkative around strangers, but I think he's already warming up to you.

[ indeed Duraludon looks a little more docile than he did when Raihan and Ahsoka had started talking. his gaze is turned towards the floor a little, giving the idea of bashfulness. Raihan grins between the two of them, knowing what that means. ]

You can pet him, if you want! He's basically a huge baby.