"All pokemon can battle, Nel. ..." He scratched the back of his head thoughtfully, looking at the Dratini, whose tail was lashing in anticipation.

"But... I don't think Dratini would be a good match for her. One of them might be, though, if you're interested."

He jabbed a thumb over his shoulder, gesturing to the squirming pile of luv that was the Poliwag cluster.