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Twenty ribbons across five categories and four ranks — the proof of Ruby's mastery and the stakes of his half of the 80-day bet.
The Contest Ribbons are Ruby's half of the 80-day bet. While Sapphire pursues all eight Gym Badges, Ruby must win all twenty Contest Ribbons — five categories across four ranks. This parallel structure drives the arc: two journeys, two philosophies, one deadline. Ruby's Contest performances are genuine artistry. He choreographs routines, designs outfits, and trains his Pokémon's appeal with the same intensity other trainers apply to battle power. The ribbons aren't participation trophies — they represent mastery of coordination, aesthetics, and performance under pressure. Ruby holds more awards than any other Pokédex holder — 31 total. The Contest Ribbons are the core twenty.
Colorful ribbons stored in Ruby's Contest case — each one earned in competition. Five categories (Cool, Cute, Smart, Tough, Beauty) across four ranks (Normal, Super, Hyper, Master). The case is organized with obsessive precision. Each ribbon represents a public victory in the art form Ruby built his identity around.
Also known as: Contest Ribbons, Hoenn Contest Ribbons