Julie and her childhood friend, Billy, go one-on-one in a Bakugan battle. Although Julie’s defeated by Billy, she’s impressed with his skills and his Bakugan, “Cycloid.” They make a great team, and Julie wishes she could befriend a talking Bakugan. Later, when Julie admits to herself how lonely she really is, the Bakugan Gorem appears. The two seem to be destined for each other.