Proof of Love

Chapter 3
Proof of Love

第３章
ラブの証明

Chapter 3
Proof of Love

Info

Date released	March 10, 2025
Story arc	Arceus Arc

Other

Featured sync pairs

Arc Suit N & Zoroark

Proof of Love (Japanese: ラブの証明 Proof of Love) is the third chapter of the Arceus Arc in Pokémon Masters EX. It focuses on N as he rechallenges the Pokémon League to prove his love of Pokémon.

It was released all at once on March 10, 2025.

Plot

My Number-One Friend

Together with their Pokémon, N meets Arven by the lake to share food he had made. Looking at N's Pokémon, Arven asks which one of them is his "best buddy," referring to his own friendship with Mabosstiff. N considers this question, but ultimately decides that he loves all of his Pokémon equally.

A nearby voice asks N which Pokémon he relies on most, and the two turn to see Volo approaching. When N asks for Volo's opinion, he claims that N has likely not formed any bonds with his Pokémon, and thus, does not truly love them. Volo compares him to Arven, saying the latter does a better job of representing the bridge between humans and Pokémon.

Arven tells Volo he is crossing a line, but N stops him. He asks Volo how he can prove his love for Pokémon, prompting him to suggest the idea of obtaining an arc suit, as Arceus's blessing would be undeniable proof. Seeing N is open to the idea, Volo leaves. Arven expresses his frustration with Volo's behavior, but N assures him that it must come from a love of Pokémon.

Attaining an Arc Suit

Later, N finds Leon and Lance as the two train in their arc suits. He asks them how they had demonstrated their bond with their Pokémon, and they both explain it was through tough training. This leads N to meet with Alder and Iris. He explains he would like to redo his challenge of the Pokémon League, as the first time, he was acting under Ghetsis's control. Wanting to prove his bond with Pokémon, he asks to battle both the Elite Four and Iris. Realizing she could use this opportunity to deepen her bonds with her own Pokémon, Iris gladly accepts. Alder warns N that both the Elite Four and Iris have become much stronger over time, but he remains determined.

The Voices of My Friends

The night before the Arceus Cup, N's friends visit him to offer words of encouragement. The first is Arven, who gives him a sandwich that N plans to share with his Pokémon. Next are Hilbert and Hilda, with the latter eagerly offering to battle in order to help him train. After the two leave, Rosa, Nate, and Hugh visit. Remembering the way N had helped Genesect at the Team Plasma hideout on Pasio, Hugh assures him that he is the kindest Trainer he knows, and should only show Arceus who he already is. Lastly, Silver arrives to encourage N to win the cup, stating that he treats his Pokémon like the family he did not have.

Later that night, as N speaks with Zoroark, he begins to worry that he will be unable to choose one of his Pokémon over the others. He hears Ghetsis's words in his head, calling him a "freak without a human heart." As N doubts himself, Zoroark watches him.

Suddenly, Ghetsis appears behind N. Ghetsis launches into a string of insults directed at him, but he is interrupted by Cheren, who is now standing nearby. Alder appears as well, reassuring N of his humanity and kindness. Moved by their words, N stands up to Ghetsis, denying that he is a "freak." Ghetsis's figure morphs into Zoroark, making N realize they were only illusions. While he teases Zoroark for choosing such an unusual way to cheer him up, he thanks it for taking away his concerns.

At the stadium on the day of the Arceus Cup, Lear commences N's challenge of the Unova Elite Four.

Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four

N first faces off against Shauntal, who is happy to notice how much N has changed since he had first battled her. She begins by sending out Cofagrigus, and is surprised to see N call on Sigilyph. Shauntal has Cofagrigus attack, but it surprisingly does little damage. Sigilyph then morphs into Zoroark, which knocks its opponent out with a supereffective hit. Shauntal's next Pokémon is Froslass, who despite landing a strong attack on Zoroark, is ultimately defeated. Shauntal is eventually forced to send out Chandelure, her last Pokémon, which is promptly defeated by Zoroark.

Next, N battles Marshal, swiftly defeating his Machamp with Sigilyph. Marshal then sends out Conkeldurr, who knocks out Sigilyph with a supereffective Rock-type move. N then sends in Zekrom. Conkeldurr stands up to the Legendary Pokémon, but is no match for its strength.

N's battle with Caitlin is then shown, with Zoroark finishing off her Musharna. She sends out Reuniclus, which is soon defeated by Zoroark as well. Surprising N, Caitlin reveals that her final Pokémon is Mega Sableye. The two exchange blows, and a powerful attack from Sableye prompts N to switch out his Pokémon for Reshiram. Sableye fights hard, but Reshiram emerges victorious.

Soon after, N faces off against Grimsley, using his Klinklang to defeat the latter's Liepard. Grimsley switches to Krookodile, who knocks out Klinklang before it is able to attack. N's next Pokémon is Kyurem, who after clashing against Krookodile, is able to defeat it. Grimsley then sends out Bisharp, but its fast movements are too much for Kyurem to handle. N is forced to swap for Reshiram. With a powerful Fire-type move, it defeats Bisharp. Asserting that he is still able to turn the battle around, Grimsley sends Mega Sharpedo to fight. It launches a barrage of attacks against Reshiram, knocking it out. As N sends Zekrom to battle in its place, he shares a look with Grimsley, studying him. Zekrom uses a supereffective Electric-type attack on Sharpedo, winning N the battle.

Iris, dressed in her Champion attire, eagerly waits to face N.

Formula Recognized by a Deity

Iris approaches N on the battle stage. The two express their excitement at the opportunity to learn more about their Pokémon in a serious battle. Iris and N send out Hydreigon and Kyurem, respectively. Kyurem defeats its opponent, leading Iris to send in Aggron, which quickly knocks it out. After silently apologizing to Hilbert for his Kyurem's fainting, N sends out Zekrom. Zekrom defeats Aggron, as well as Iris's next two Pokémon, Archeops and Lapras. Iris then sends out Naganadel, catching N off guard. The two Pokémon clash at the same time, knocking each other out.

Both down to their last Pokémon, N sends out Zoroark while Iris calls on Haxorus. Realizing Zoroark is running out of energy, N begins to worry. To his surprise, Zoroark morphs into Alder again, reminding him of his first battle against the Champion. N thinks to himself that the battle was a "sad" and "desperate" attempt to carry out a destiny that was not his own. He announces that he sees this battle in a different light, as he is now only a Pokémon Trainer having fun. N feels grateful for the people and Pokémon who have led him this far, deciding at this moment that he only wishes to win alongside Zoroark.

A bright light shines on N, and his clothes transform into an arc suit. Bringing his attention back to the battle, he sends Zoroark forward. It unleashes a powerful sync move, knocking out Haxorus and giving N the victory.

Iris and the Elite Four congratulate N and his team. Watching them, Alder makes a silent commitment to get stronger as well. N then stands with his six Pokémon on the stage, receiving cheers from the audience.

Area info

Area name	Unlock condition	Completion rewards
My Number-One Friend	Available from start	Gems ×10 Challenge Arven
Attaining an Arc Suit	Complete Challenge Arven	Gems ×10 Challenge Arc Suit Lance
The Voices of My Friends	Complete Challenge Arc Suit Lance	Gems ×10 Challenge Ghetsis
Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four	Complete Challenge Ghetsis	Gems ×10 Formula Recognized by a Deity
Formula Recognized by a Deity	Complete Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four	Gems ×10

Battles

Name	Difficulty	Trainer	Pokémon			First-Time Rewards	Completion Rewards
			Left	Middle	Right
Challenge Arven	Normal	Arven		Mabosstiff Weakness:		Gems ×30 Attaining an Arc Suit	900 coins
Challenge Arc Suit Lance	Normal	Lance Arc Suit		Dragonite Weakness:		Gems ×30 The Voices of My Friends	900 coins
Challenge Ghetsis	Normal	Ghetsis	Liepard Weakness:	Kyurem Weakness:	Krookodile Weakness:	Gems ×30 Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four	2,400 coins

Gallery

Artwork of Chapter 3

Music

Situation	Song key	Song name	Arrangement
In menu	No. 00004	Adventure Awaits!	Unknown
During battle (Challenge Arven)	No. 09010	Battle! (Arven) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Unknown
During battle (Challenge Arc Suit Lance)	No. 01024	Glorious Battle! (Lance) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Unknown
During battle (Challenge Ghetsis)	No. 05016	Battle! (Ghetsis) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
My Number-One Friend From start	No. 00008	Out for a Stroll	Unknown
My Number-One Friend When Volo questions N's bonds with his Pokémon	No. 00016	Sneaking Suspicion	Unknown
Attaining an Arc Suit From start	No. 00010	Wild Wanderings	Unknown
Attaining an Arc Suit When N figures out how to demonstrate his bonds with his Pokémon	No. 05002	Battle! (N) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Attaining an Arc Suit When N meets with Alder and Iris	No. 00025	Battle Villa	Unknown
Attaining an Arc Suit When N reminisces on his past encounter with the Unova Pokémon League	No. 05019	An Unwavering Heart (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Unknown
Attaining an Arc Suit When Iris accepts N's challenge	No. 00011	The Way Ahead	Unknown
The Voices of My Friends When Ghetsis appears before N	No. 00014	Lurking Threat	Unknown
The Voices of My Friends On the day of the Arceus Cup	No. 00002	Pokémon Masters EX Main Theme	Unknown
Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four From start	No. 05013	Unova Champion Stadium! (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Unknown
Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four While N battles Shauntal	No. 05011	Battle! (Unova Elite Four: Shauntal) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four While N battles Marshal	No. 05012	Battle! (Unova Elite Four: Marshal) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four While N battles Caitlin	No. 05009	Battle! (Unova Elite Four: Caitlin) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Rematch vs. Unova's Elite Four While N battles Grimsley	No. 05010	Battle! (Unova Elite Four: Grimsley) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Formula Recognized by a Deity While N battles Iris	No. 05005	Battle! (Champion Iris) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Formula Recognized by a Deity When Zoroark transforms into Alder during battle	No. 00013	A Somber Moment	Unknown
Formula Recognized by a Deity When N resolves to having fun during battle	No. 00050	Emotions Welling Up	Unknown
Formula Recognized by a Deity When N receives his arc suit	No. 05034	Glorious Battle! (N) (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Unknown
Formula Recognized by a Deity After N defeats Iris	No. 01012	Welcome to the Hall of Fame (Pokémon Masters EX Version)	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.

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Proof of Love

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