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'''Acerola''' (Japanese: '''アセロラ''' ''Acerola'') is the [[Trial Captain]] of {{OBP|Thrifty Megamart|Abandoned Site}}, which is located on [[Ula'ula Island]]. She is also a {{type|Ghost}} {{pkmn|Trainer}} and a member of the [[Alola]] [[Elite Four]].

==In the games==
Acerola is a friendly young girl who is the Captain of the [[Island challenge|trial]] of the [[Thrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site)|Thrifty Megamart's abandoned site]] on [[Ula'ula Island]]. She also frequents the [[Aether House]] to play with the children and Pokémon there. Acerola claims to be descended from Alolan royalty.

Acerola first appears in [[Malie City]]'s library, which her father owns, where she helps the {{player}} and [[Lillie]] find a book about Alolan [[Legendary Pokémon]]. Afterwards, she directs the player to their next trial on top of [[Mount Hokulani]].

In her trial, Acerola asks the player to investigate the abandoned site, using their [[Poké Finder]] to take photos of the Ghost-type Pokémon making mischief there. At the end, they must defeat a powerful [[Totem Pokémon]], a {{p|Mimikyu}}.

She later appears as a member of the Alola Elite Four, having taken on the position after [[Island Kahuna]] [[Nanu]] turned it down.

In the games's '''"Hula Revenge Party"''', she calls herself ''The Ghastly Gotta-Li Bimbo''

===Pokémon===
Acerola's Pokémon are kept in {{ball|Ultra}}s.
====Initial battle====
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|location=Pokémon League (Alola)
|locationname=Pokémon League
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/7
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|pokemon=Sableye
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|level=54
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|move1=Shadow Claw|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Zen Headbutt|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost|move3cat=Status
|move4=Fake Out|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
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|level=54
|type1=Ghost|type2=Flying
|ability=Aftermath
|move1=Ominous Wind|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Energy|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Amnesia|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Baton Pass|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7
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|pokemon=Dhelmise
|level=54
|type1=Ghost|type2=Grass
|ability=Steelworker
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|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Energy Ball|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Whirlpool|move4type=Water|move4cat=Special}}
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|pokemon=Froslass
|gender=female
|level=54
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|ability=Snow Cloak
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost|move3cat=Status
|move4=Ice Shard|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Physical}}
|style="margin:auto"|{{Pokémon/7
|game=SM
|ndex=770
|pokemon=Palossand
|gender=female
|level=55
|type1=Ghost|type2=Ground
|ability=Water Compaction
|held=Ghostium Z
|move1=Shadow Ball|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Special
|move2=Earth Power|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Iron Defense|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

====Rematch====
{{Party/Single
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|class=Elite Four
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|game=SM
|location=Pokémon League (Alola)
|locationname=Pokémon League
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/7
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|ndex=302
|pokemon=Sableye
|gender=female
|level=63
|type1=Dark|type2=Ghost
|ability=Keen Eye
|move1=Shadow Claw|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Zen Headbutt|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Brick Break|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Fake Out|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7
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|ndex=426
|pokemon=Drifblim
|gender=female
|level=63
|type1=Ghost|type2=Flying
|ability=Aftermath
|move1=Shadow Ball|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Special
|move2=Thunderbolt|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Special
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Special
|move4=Will-O-Wisp|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|game=SM
|ndex=781
|pokemon=Dhelmise
|level=63
|type1=Ghost|type2=Grass
|ability=Steelworker
|move1=Phantom Force|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Heavy Slam|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Brutal Swing|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{ghost color}}}}
|style="margin:auto"|{{Pokémon/7
|game=SM
|ndex=478
|pokemon=Froslass
|gender=female
|level=63
|type1=Ice|type2=Ghost
|ability=Snow Cloak
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Ice Shard|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Physical}}
|style="margin:auto"|{{Pokémon/7
|game=SM
|ndex=770
|pokemon=Palossand
|gender=female
|level=63
|type1=Ghost|type2=Ground
|ability=Water Compaction
|held=Ghostium Z
|move1=Shadow Ball|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Special
|move2=Earth Power|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Special
|move3=Sludge Bomb|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Special
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===Quotes===
;[[Malie City|Malie]] Library
:''"Is this what you’re looking for, Princess?"''
:''"Give it a read!"''
:''"Isn’t it great? My dad’s books are all great!"''
:''"Yeah, it belonged to my dad. I know I don’t look it, but my family used to be pretty much royalty. I had to have all my dad’s books moved here so they didn’t get ruined by the Pokémon. I can tell you lots of other [[Alola myths|old stories]] about [[Alola]], too! You interested?"''
:''"Oh! You’re a trial-goer! You’re just a few steps away from the [[Island challenge|trial]] at [[Mount Hokulani]]! Well, a few steps and a bus ride, that is. You can catch the bus from [[Alola Route 10|Route 10]]."''
:''"She’s just like a real princess, don’t you think? All frilly and sweet smelling..."''

;[[Malie Garden]]
:''"And so is Acerola!"''
:''"<Player>! You made it through [[Sophocles]]’s trial, huh? That’s really great! You can take on the next trial up past [[Alola Route 11|Route 11]]. Through [[Tapu Village]], you know? If you get lost on your way, ask a police officer for directions. They’re here to serve, right?"''
:''"Now, Lillie, you’re coming with me to do some shopping!"''

;[[Aether House]] (first time)
:''"I’m ba-a-ack, everybody! Ha ha ha! Looks like I finished up my shopping spree right on time! You’ve already met everyone?"''
:''"I left her with [[Hapu]]. They should be coming soon. So why don’t we get those trials done first? You did know I’m the [[Trial Captain|captain]], right?"''
:''"My trial takes place at the abandoned site where the supermarket used to be. I’ll wait out front of Aether House to show you the way, if you’d like!"''

;[[Alola Route 15|Route 15]]
:''"Oh! [[Lillie]]! What’s the matter? You look all worn out. Do you want to rest at Aether House awhile?"''
:''"And you, <player>! We can reach my trial site from [[Tapu Village]]. Come on, follow me!"''

;[[Tapu Village]]
:''"The old supermarket where I hold my trial is right down this way. Down Route 14!"''

;[[Alola Route 14|Route 14]]
:''"Here we are! Climb up these steps and my trial begins!"''

;[[ Thrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site)]]
:''"The time has finally come, <player>! So, I guess I should explain what kind of trial this is, huh?"''
:''"This old building is full of lots of {{Type|Ghost}} Pokémon. Did you know? Here’s where the trial part comes in. You’ve got to find the [[Totem Pokémon]] of this site and snap a shot of it with a [[Rotom Pokédex#Poké Finder|Poké Finder]]!"''
:''"The totem is a bit of a trickster, and it likes to play hide-and-seek and mess around. If you take pictures of the other Ghost-type Pokémon inside, it’ll definitely come out to get in on the fun and have its photo taken, too! So, if you see something weird happening inside this old place, try to check it out. I bet you’ll find a Ghost-type Pokémon causing the mischief, so get its photo before it’s gone!"''
:''"I’ll just borrow your Poké Finder for a sec. Hee hee! And your {{p|Rotom}} is a Ghost type, too!"''
:''"We just do this, and... There! I’ve set it up to use a special shooting mode just for this trial. You’ll only be able to use it at this site, though."''
:''"As soon as you enter the building, your trial will begin. Got it? And you can’t catch any of the Pokémon, either. And you can’t leave without giving up, too, so make sure you’re ready for anything!"''

* If the player wants to gives up on the trial
:''"You want to give up on my trial?"''
::'''Yes:''' ''"Got it! Then make sure you’re ready and try again!"''
::'''No''' ''"Got it! Then do your best!"''

* If the player attempts the trial again
:* If the player gives up in the middle of the trial
::''"Hey, <player>! You gave up last time in the middle of my trial, huh?"''
::''"The Ghost types in that old place are pretty tough to take on, huh? Remember that Ghost types are weak to other Ghost types and Dark types, too! I’m sure you’ll make it this time! Don’t give up on my trial yet! I believe in you!"''

:* If the player fails the Totem Pokémon fight
::''"So, <player>! You gave up on my trial last time, huh?"''
::''"{{p|Mimikyu}} is a pretty tough opponent, isn’t it? It’s a Ghost- and {{Type|Fairy}} Pokémon. Did you know? Neither type has a lot of weaknesses, so it’s tricky to beat. You probably want to try Ghost- or {{Type|Steel}} moves against it. I’m sure you’ll beat it this time! Don’t give up on my trial yet! I believe in you!"''

* Upon completing the trial
:''"Welcome back, <player>! I can check your pictures right away. Now let’s see how you did..."''
:''"Yup! That’s Mimikyu all right! It’s pretty hard to catch it on film, so this is a really great attempt! Which means..."''
:''"If you want to use a Ghost-type [[Z-Move|Z-Power]], then  you’ve got to move like this!"''
:''"And since you passed my trial, <player>, you now have my permission to catch Pokémon in the trial site. So, in that old building there. Here you go!"''
:''"It’s not a bad idea to have some Ghost-type Pokémon on your team!"''
:''"What’s that? You say the Poké Finder just started up on its own, during your trial? Oooh, cut it out, <player>! You’re trying to scare me, huh? You’ll have to come up with something a bit more believable than that! There’s not even any room in the back of that shop, for starters! How gullible do you think I am?"''
:''"Brrr! I feel like I’m getting chicken skin... Like a chill going through me for some reason..."''
* If spoken to again
:''"That supermarket... It was destroyed by our [[Guardian deities|guardian deity]]. Yup, that was {{p|Tapu Bulu}} all right. This area used to be real important to people, but some folks only thought of making money, so they went and built a store here... Tapu Bulu may be all about growing things, but this place isn’t what it wants to see growing."''
:''"Come on... Let’s go back to Aether House! Lillie must be waiting for us!"''

;Route 15 (Second time)
:''"What’s going on here?! Seriously, what is going on?!"''
:''"Hey! Are you guys OK?!"''

;Aether House (second time)
:''"We can’t forgive this!"''
:''"Darn it, those numskulls actually did something pretty clever for once!"''
:''"[[Team Skull]] has taken over [[Po Town]]... It’s basically their private playground now. If you’re gonna go, though, try to find this [[Grimsley|guy]] on Route 15 who’s wearing a kimono... He might be able to help you get to Po Town."''

;[[Po Town]]
:''"Uncle [[Nanu]]!"''
:''"Aue! I’m so sorry... You must’ve been so scared, huh? Thanks, <player>! Really! You’re really something!"''
:''"Uncle, you’re a great police officer, aren’t you? I really hope that you’re keeping a good eye on things here! What else do you stay here for, if you’re not putting a stop to Team Skull’s shenanigans?"''
:''"That’s what you say. But it’s really all for the Pokémon, isn’t it? You could depend on the [[Aether Foundation]] to look after the Pokémon that Team Skull hurts, but you stay here to look out for them, huh?"''
:''"Come on, {{p|Yungoos}}. Let’s get you back to Aether House!"''
:''"I’ll come back to see you again soon, Uncle!"''
:''"Come on, <player>. Aren’t you coming back to Aether House, too?"''
:''"Alola!"''
:''"Then come by Aether House when you’re done! Alola!"''

;Aether House (third time)
:''"We’re home! We brought Yungoos with us, too!"''
:''"Wha... What’s going on in here?!"''
:''"But why? What happened?"''
:''"What?!"''
:''"Can I trust you two to go and save Lillie? Every time I leave, Team Skull attacks this place. I have to protect these kids!"''

;'''[[Pokémon League (Alola)|Pokémon League]]'''
* Upon entering Ghost Chamber
:''"Hiya! Acerola here, bringing an old royal touch to the Pokémon League!"''
;First battle
* Before battle
:''"Nanu said maybe he can't refuse a [[Guardian deities|tapu]] choosing him to serve as [[Island Kahuna|kahuna]]... But he'd be darned if he had to serve as one of the Elite Four just because some guy asked him! So I guess I'll just have to battle hard enough to make up for his not being here!"''
* Upon being defeated
:''"I'm...I'm speechless! You've done me in!"''
* After being defeated
:''"Phew! Well, there goes my hope of beating you to smithereens and becoming {{pkmn|Champion}} myself!"''

;Rematch battle
* Before battle
:''"Hey, even if you are the Champion, you can’t go into the Champion’s chamber without proving you can still get past the Elite Four! And besides...battling is just plain fun! Come on, I can take you!"''
* Being defeated
:''"I’m...I’m speechless! How did you do it again?!"''
* After being defeated
:''Being in the Elite Four is fun, but so is being a captain... Hmm, I’m not sure which to do..."''
* General afterword 
:''(If chosen first) "You’ve got three more Trainers to take on! Thanks for picking me to battle first, while you were still fresh and full of energy!"''
:''(If chosen second) "You have two more Trainers to take on! Are you getting tired? If you are, and you still are beating us, then I guess we’ve got quite a bit farther to go ourselves!"''
:''(if chosen third) "You’ve made it to third base! Now you’ve just got to bring it home! Or would this be second base? I don’t really get baseball metaphors..."''
:''(If chosen last) "You’ve blasted right through the Elite Four! Well, first off, let me say congratulations! But don’t lose your momentum now! Just keep storming ahead!"''

;Entering [[Hall of Fame]]
:''"You really do love your Pokémon with all your heart, don’t you, <player>?"''

;Aether House (permanent location)
:''"No matter how strong I am, I know that there are things I can't do... Places I can't reach and people I can't protect. That's why I want to make all the kids at Aether House into superstrong [[Trainer|Trainers]] themselves!"''

===Sprites===
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|- style="font-size: 80%"
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<!--==In the anime==

===Pokémon===

===Voice actors===-->

== Outfit ==
Acerola is a little girl, who has purple hair and purple eyes. She wears a patchy dress of black, dark purple, and light purple, with two ribbons coming from her back and a gold arm band. Her hair is a rather messy short bob with her bangs collected in a small ponytail, just above her forehead with a badge. In the games's '''"Hula Revenge Party"''', she gets dressed like [[Fantina]].

==Trivia==
* Acerola is the youngest known member of any [[Elite Four]].
* Despite Acerola referring to [[Island Kahuna]] [[Nanu]] as "uncle", they are not related, as stated on page 174 of the [[Pokémon Sun & Pokémon Moon: The Official Strategy Guide]]. "Uncle" and "Aunty" are often used as a label of endearment and closeness of a person of non-familial ties in Hawaiʻi.
* Acerola is the only [[Trial Captain]] not to be battled under the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} "Captain".

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{ghost color light}}; border:3px solid #{{ghost color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| アセロラ ''Acerola''
| From ''{{wp|Malpighia emarginata|acerola}}''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English
| Acerola
| From her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Margie
| From ''Malpighia emarginata''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Lola
| From ''Acerola''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Italian
| Malpi
| From ''Malpighia emarginata''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Zarala
| From ''acerola''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 아세로라 ''Aserora''
| Transliteration of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 阿塞蘿拉 / 阿塞萝拉 ''Āsāiluólā''
| Transliteration of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 阿塞蘿拉 ''Achoilòhlāai''
| Mandarin-based transliteration of her Japanese name
|}

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