That makes sense, yes. She specializes in the Eevee evolution line - while they are in no way imposing or menacing, they still held boundless potential. That he knows, especially since he has raised one himself. Kushinada may be a sassy girl normally, but she is fearsome and dedicated on the battlefield.

"Hello, Madoka. A pleasure to meet you." He says this calmly, not reacting negatively to her awkwardness and shaking her hand in the polite, formal manner. "I am Taka, the Gym Leader of Tamaerlein City of the Hwanshu region. I specialize in the Fairy type." As should already be evident, from his Pokemon lingering near him.

Kushinada padded over to stand by his side, giving Madoka a slight nod. Hikaru looks down at the Sylveon, but doesn't say antthing.