Gabby and Ty appear in various places around Hoenn in Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, on Route 120, Route 118 or Route 111. They will battle the main character of the game, then give a short interview asking for a word, which the player then uses the easy chat system to reply. The results of the battle will later be broadcast on televisions across the region. After being defeated, the two will move to the next location and will immediately battle the player again if the player speaks to them. They are employees of Hoenn TV.