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'''Volo''' (Japanese: '''ウォロ''' ''Volo'') is one of the [[Ginkgo Guild]] merchants. He is the {{cat|Trainers with unique classes|only character}} in the {{pkmn|games}} to have the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} '''Ginkgo Guild Member''' <!--(Japanese: ''' ''' '' '')--> and '''Pokémon Wielder'''<!-- (Japanese: ''' ''' '' '')-->.
'''Volo''' (Japanese: '''ウォロ''' ''Volo'') is one of the [[Ginkgo Guild]] merchants and a worshiper of {{ga|Arceus}}. He is the {{cat|Trainers with unique classes|only character}} in the {{pkmn|games}} to have the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}}es '''Ginkgo Guild Member''' (Japanese: '''イチョウしょうかい''' ''Ginkgo Merchant Guild'') and '''Pokémon Wielder''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンつかい''' ''Pokémon User'').


He bears a striking resemblance to [[Cynthia]], but the relationship between the two, if any, is unknown.
He claims to be a descendant of the ancient Sinnoh people.<ref>Volo:''"The blood of the ancient Sinnoh people flows in my veins, does it not?! What is it, then, that you find so lacking in me?!"'' ({{g|Legends: Arceus}})</ref> He bears a striking resemblance to [[Cynthia]] and [[Cogita]], but the relationship between them, if any, is unknown.


==In the games==
==In the core series games==
{{spoilers}}
{{spoilers}}
Volo is first met in {{g|Legends: Arceus}} after the {{player}} gets their {{pkmn2|starter}}. Upon leaving the village Volo will offer to battle with his {{p|Togepi}} and reward the player with five [[Potion]]s for their victory. During the player's mission to meet [[Mai]] from [[Fieldlands Camp]], Volo appears to tell the player about Back Strikes and how to use them in Pokémon capturing and battle. Later, when the player is about to leave [[Jubilife Village]] in order to calm Lord {{p|Kleavor}}, Volo arrives to wish the player good luck, prays they used Back Strike right, and gives them [[Super Potion]]s. After calming down the first [[Noble Pokémon]], Volo greets the player upon their return to the village and asks to see the two [[Plate]]s the player obtained from {{p|Wyrdeer}} and {{p|Kleavor}} respectively.
===Character profile===
Volo is a merchant of the [[Ginkgo Guild]] that the player encounters several times over the course of [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]]. Unlike many of the other merchants, he often seems to travel alone, giving the player [[item]]s and advice on how to catch or battle certain Pokémon, such as teaching them how to use the back-strike while using [[Poké Ball]]s. Volo is often excited by the player's actions, taking interest in the player's alterations and contributions to the course of history. He has a sense of curiosity, being interested in the lore and myths that may be found around the [[Hisui]] [[region]], including the [[Plate]]s held by the special and [[Legendary Pokémon]] around the region.
 
Despite Volo's appearance and frequent aid to the player, his kindness is nothing more than a facade, hiding a malicious and clever side to his character. Volo appears to have a deep distaste and grudge for the player, wishing that {{p|Giratina}}'s [[space-time distortion|space-time rift]] had never brought them to Hisui. His interest in mythology and {{ga|Arceus}} created an intense self-commitment to meet the [[Mythical Pokémon]] and overthrow it, wanting to create a universe anew. However despite his negative traits, it is implied that he does care for his own Pokémon, as shown with pictures of him and his {{p|Togepi}} at the photography studio in Jubilife Village. This is further implied with Togepi, along with his {{p|Lucario}} only evolving through high [[friendship]].
 
Volo is skilled in [[Pokémon battle]]s, often challenging the player. He is one of two people to have the most available Pokémon at once in traditional battle, the other being [[Ingo]]. He can read the glyphs left by the original Celestica people, and frequently notes the similarities between the journey of the Ancient Hero of Celestica legend and the player character. [[Cogita]] remarks that he often shirks his duties to pester her at the [[Ancient Retreat]] about Hisui's legends and myths, indicating a lack of interest in his duties as a Ginkgo Guild merchant.
 
===Appearance===
Volo is a tall blonde man who stands at the height of 6'3" (190&nbsp;cm). He bears a striking resemblance to both [[Cynthia]] and [[Cogita]], which his outfits, hair color and eye color resembling either of the two. Volo has long blonde hair that cascades over left eye. His hair is often tied up in a bun that rests in the back of his head, but when he is not wearing his Ginkgo Guild uniform, this bun is untied making his hair resemble that of the Pokémon {{p|Arceus}}. He has thin eyebrows, and his gray eyes are also thin and small and end in a single thick eyelash.
 
Volo's Ginkgo Guild uniform is largely blue, with yellow and white accents. His top is all blue, ending in puffy furred cuffs around the sleeve and collar ends. Despite the coloring, the design pays homage to Cynthia's long coat and scarf. On the front, Volo wears a white apron and connects to his belt from around his neck and back. This apron reaches down towards his knees in the front, ending in six circular yellow spots. The apron's chest shows the Ginkgo Guild's logo. A brown belt with a silver buckle on the front wraps around his waist holding up his blue pants. These pants are puffy at the knees and are tucked away inside his large and brown rounded boots. Volo wears a furred yellow and blue hat. Volo is always carrying around a large brown backpack filled with multiple merchandise and wares to sell to travelers around the region.
 
At the [[Temple of Sinnoh]], Volo removes his Ginkgo Guild uniform, appearing in more religious-looking garb, resembling {{ga|Arceus}}. The pupils of his gray eyes are smaller. He wears a thin white shirt with shorter sleeves and the hem flows down to his right hip. The shirt's collar is golden with the decoration going over his right shoulder. His left shoulder has its own decoration, with a clothing graduating towards yellow hangs down over the sleeve. A Golden belt wraps around Volo's waist with two decorative pieces pointing downward resembling Arceus' wheel-like appendages. Volo wears bright green pant tucked into his sandals at the knees. These open-toed sandals are golden all the way around, including the soles and makes several open cross-hatches down to his ankles. Volo wears two golden cuffs around his wrists, with a single "spike" stretching up against his forearms. He wears a necklace with a gray tear-drop ornament hanging from the middle, resembling Cynthia's coat zipper and Cogita's dress decoration.
 
===Role===
====Pokémon Legends: Arceus====
'''Website blurb:''' ''"Volo, one of the Ginkgo Guild’s merchants, is often to be found wandering the Hisui region. He has a tendency to cross paths with you no matter where you travel. He’s got a boundless sense of curiosity and is always interested in unusual finds and unusual people."''
 
Volo is first met in {{g|Legends: Arceus}} after the {{player}} gets their [[first partner Pokémon]]. Upon leaving the village Volo will offer to battle with his {{p|Togepi}} and reward the player with five [[Potion]]s for their victory. During the player's mission to meet [[Mai]] from [[Fieldlands Camp]], Volo appears to tell the player about Back Strikes and how to use them in Pokémon capturing and battle. Later, when the player is about to leave [[Jubilife Village]] in order to calm Lord {{p|Kleavor}}, Volo arrives to wish the player good luck, prays they used Back Strike right, and gives them [[Super Potion]]s. After calming down the first [[Noble Pokémon]], Volo greets the player upon their return to the village and asks to see the two [[Plate]]s the player obtained from {{p|Wyrdeer}} and {{p|Kleavor}}, respectively.


Volo makes minor appearances throughout the game, delivering items to others as part of the Ginkgo Guild and encouraging the player's efforts to complete the [[Pokédex]].
Volo makes minor appearances throughout the game, delivering items to others as part of the Ginkgo Guild and encouraging the player's efforts to complete the [[Pokédex]].


When [[Kamado]] exiles the player from Jubilife Village, Volo seeks them out and offers his aid. He brings the player to the [[Ancient Retreat]] and introduces them to [[Cogita]], a descendant of the Celestica people who has been teaching Volo the mythology of Hisui. Volo accompanies the player to [[Lake Verity]], [[Lake Valor]] and [[Lake Acuity]] as they follow Cogita's advice to seek out the [[Red Chain]]. He also takes up temporary residence at the Ancient Retreat, offering to sell the player items due to their inability to access [[Choy]]'s shop in the village. Once the Red Chain is assembled, Volo — eager for a chance to see history unfold — follows the player to the [[Temple of Sinnoh]] on their mission to prevent Kamado from attacking {{p|Dialga}}/{{p|Palkia}} in a misguided attempt to close the space-time rift. He again sells items just before the final ascent to the temple.
When [[Kamado]] exiles the player from Jubilife Village, Volo seeks them out and offers his aid. He brings the player to the [[Ancient Retreat]] and introduces them to Cogita, a descendant of the Celestica people who has been teaching Volo the mythology of Hisui. Volo accompanies the player to [[Lake Verity]], [[Lake Valor]], and [[Lake Acuity]] as they follow Cogita's advice to seek out the [[Red Chain]]. He also takes up temporary residence at the Ancient Retreat, offering to sell the player items due to their inability to access [[Choy]]'s shop in the village. Once the Red Chain is assembled, Volo — eager for a chance to see history unfold — follows the player to the [[Temple of Sinnoh]] on their mission to prevent Kamado from attacking {{p|Dialga}}/{{p|Palkia}} in a misguided attempt to close the space-time rift. He again sells items just before the final ascent to the temple.


After Origin Forme {{p|Dialga}}/{{p|Palkia}} is captured, Volo enlists the player for a mission to locate the remaining [[Plate]]s. He splits up with the player to conduct his own research while the player seeks out various [[legendary Pokémon]] and assembles the missing Plates. They later meet up at the Ancient Retreat again, where they discover that Cogita possessed one of the Plates all along, using it as a cutting board while unaware of its true significance. With only the [[Spooky Plate]] remaining, Volo asks the player to meet him at the [[Celestica Ruins]]. There, he muses about the existence of a Pokémon that could equal Dialga and Palkia, yet was banished to [[Distortion World|a world on the opposite side of the real one]], named {{p|Giratina}}. He grows excited and begins to lose his composure at the thought of how close to uncovering the truth about Hisui's mythology he is. Expressing frustration at the state of the world, he explains that he always sought answers when he faced difficulty in his life and asks the player where a creature like Giratina that wants to fight {{ga|Arceus}} might appear, deducing that it would be the Temple of Sinnoh.
After Origin Forme {{p|Dialga}}/{{p|Palkia}} is captured, Volo enlists the player for a mission to locate the remaining [[Plate]]s. He splits up with the player to conduct his own research while the player seeks out various [[Legendary Pokémon]] and assembles the missing Plates. They later meet up at the Ancient Retreat again, where they discover that Cogita possessed one of the Plates all along, using it as a cutting board while unaware of its true significance. With only the [[Spooky Plate]] remaining, Volo asks the player to meet him at the [[Celestica Ruins]]. There, he muses about the existence of a Pokémon that could equal Dialga and Palkia, yet was banished to [[Distortion World|a world on the opposite side of the real one]], named {{p|Giratina}}. He grows excited and begins to lose his composure at the thought of how close to uncovering the truth about Hisui's mythology he is. Expressing frustration at the state of the world, he explains that he always sought answers when he faced difficulty in his life and asks the player where a creature like Giratina that wants to fight {{ga|Arceus}} might appear, deducing that it would be the Temple of Sinnoh.


At the temple, Volo observes that it is now ruined, turned into a site where [[Spear Pillar|"pillars turned into spears stab into the heavens"]]. Dropping his false persona, Volo confesses that in order to meet Arceus, he contacted Giratina and had it tear open the space-time rift, which directly caused the Noble Pokémon to rampage and led to the player's arrival in Hisui. He discards his Ginkgo Guild uniform and reveals that he possessed the Spooky Plate all along, demanding that the player hand over the rest so that he may meet and subjugate Arceus, then use its power to destroy and recreate the world. Although he offers the player a chance to stop him by defeating him in battle, he adds that he will not hesitate to use force to collect the Plates for himself. After a long, difficult battle, Volo angrily lashes out at the player, furious that they seemingly arrived from the space-time rift solely to get in his way. However, he excitedly notes the creeping presence of an eldritch being arriving at the ruined temple. Giratina emerges from a portal, and Volo takes control of it, commanding it to strike the player down. A battle against Giratina ensues, but just as it is seemingly defeated, it unleashes its true strength and transforms into its {{form|Giratina|Origin Forme}}.
At the temple, Volo observes that it is now ruined, turned into a site where "[[Spear Pillar|pillars now turned into spears stab into the heavens]]". Dropping his false persona, Volo confesses that in order to meet Arceus, he contacted Giratina and had it tear open the space-time rift, which directly caused the Noble Pokémon to rampage and led to the player's arrival in Hisui. He discards his Ginkgo Guild uniform and reveals that he possessed the Spooky Plate all along, demanding that the player hand over the rest so that he may meet and subjugate Arceus, then use its power to destroy and recreate the world. Although he offers the player a chance to stop him by defeating him in battle, he adds that he will not hesitate to use force to collect the Plates for himself. After a long, difficult battle, Volo angrily lashes out at the player, furious that they seemingly arrived from the space-time rift solely to get in his way. However, he excitedly notes the creeping presence of an eldritch being arriving at the ruined temple. Giratina emerges from a portal, and Volo takes control of it, commanding it to strike the player down. A battle against Giratina ensues, but just as it is seemingly defeated, it unleashes its true strength and transforms into its {{form|Giratina|Origin Forme}}.


When Giratina finally falls in battle, it reverts into its {{form|Giratina|Altered Forme}} and flees, causing Volo to fully lose his composure. Denouncing Giratina for fleeing from a human, he cries out in vain to Arceus, desperate to know what qualities it sees him as lacking and wondering if his defeat means the world does not need to be remade. Volo surrenders the Spooky Plate to the player, telling them that his story ended when he was defeated by them. However, when the player's [[Celestica Flute]] transforms into the [[Azure Flute]], Volo realizes Arceus has chosen the player over him and lashes out again, refusing to stay and watch as they realize his dream of meeting Arceus. Before departing, Volo swears that he will discover all of Hisui's mythological secrets and conquer Arceus, no matter how many years, decades or centuries it takes him.
When Giratina finally falls in battle, it reverts into its {{form|Giratina|Altered Forme}} and flees, causing Volo to fully lose his composure. Denouncing Giratina for fleeing from a human, he cries out in vain to Arceus, desperate to know what qualities it sees him as lacking, and wondering if his defeat means the world does not need to be remade. Volo surrenders the Spooky Plate to the player, telling them that his story ended when he was defeated by them. However, when the player's [[Celestica Flute]] transforms into the [[Azure Flute]], Volo realizes Arceus has chosen the player over him and lashes out again, refusing to stay and watch as they realize his dream of meeting Arceus. Before departing, Volo swears that he will discover all of Hisui's mythological secrets and conquer Arceus, no matter how many years, decades, or centuries it takes him.


He is not seen again for the rest of the game. However, [[Professor Laventon]] later reveals that Volo visited him to encourage him to finish work on the Pokédex and tell him that it would likely be the last time they would ever meet.
He is not seen again for the rest of the game. However, [[Professor Laventon]] later reveals that Volo visited him to encourage him to finish work on the Pokédex as well as telling him that Giratina had a change of heart after losing to the player and tells him that it would likely be the last time they would ever meet.


===Pokémon===
===Pokémon===
Volo's Pokémon usage is similar to [[Cynthia]]'s from her appearance in {{g|Platinum}}. His main companion and partner appears to be his {{p|Togepi}}, who he uses in battle against the player in every fight, evolving into a {{p|Togekiss}} by the time they fight him for the last time. Cynthia not only uses a Togekiss in her {{pkmn|champion}} fight in Platinum, but is known to provide the player with a Togepi [[egg]]. In his second battle, he also uses a {{p|Gible}} which later evolves into a {{p|Garchomp}}, with it also appearing to be his second main companion and partner, a parallel to [[Cynthia's Garchomp|Cynthia's own]]. 5 of the 6 Pokémon in Volo's [[party]] are shared with the champion, with {{rf|Hisuian}} {{p|Arcanine}} replacing {{p|Milotic}} (who is unavailable in PLA).
Unlike Cynthia, Volo uses the maximum amount of types that can be used at one time, with 12, each of his Pokémon containing a different type combination.
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===={{g|Legends: Arceus}}====
=====First battle=====
=====First battle=====
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=====Second battle=====
=====Second battle=====
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=====Third battle=====
=====Third battle=====
Volo summons {{p|Giratina}} in its {{form|Giratina|Altered Forme}} immediately after his main team is defeated. [[Experience]] is awarded, but the player is not given a chance to heal. If the player is defeated by Giratina, they must also battle Volo's initial team again. During this battle, {{p|Giratina}} is filled with '''terrible might''' (Japanese: '''すさまじい力''' ''Tremendous Strength'') — All Giratina's stats are boosted, and it will take reduced indirect damage, such as from poisoning and splinters. Upon being defeated for the first time, Giratina changes into its Origin Forme and heals itself completely, effectively making the second part of the battle against two Pokémon, and the entire battle against eight.
Volo summons {{p|Giratina}} in its {{form|Giratina|Altered Forme}} immediately after his main team is defeated. [[Experience]] is awarded for battling his main team before Volo summons Giratina, but the player is not given a chance to heal. If the player is defeated by Giratina, they must also battle Volo's initial team again. During this battle, Giratina is filled with '''terrible might''' (Japanese: '''すさまじい力''' ''Tremendous Strength''), which boosts all of its stats and causes it to take reduced indirect damage (such as from {{status|poison}} and [[Status condition#Splinters|splinters]]). Upon being defeated, Giratina changes into its Origin Forme and heals itself completely, effectively making the second part of the battle against two Pokémon, and the entire battle against eight.


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;Part 2
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==Quotes==
==In the spin-off games==
;[[Jubilife Village]]
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
:''"Oh? What a curious getup you have there. I can already tell you're quite the character! I'm Volo of the Gingko Guild, the go-to choice for any of your mercantile needs here in Hisui! I've heard talk about you. Fell from the sky, didn't you? Now that's certainly a tale I'd like to hear... Oh, you've a Pokémon! You're certainly full of interesting surprises... Investigating the odd and novel is key to any good merchant's success! So what do you say? How about you and I see how our Pokémon stand up to one another in battle?"''
{{main|Volo (Masters)}}
::'''{{tt|Maybe not...|choice repeated until "Sounds good" is chosen}}''': ''"But what's the point of having a Pokémon, then? Come on, now&mdash;it's just a friendly competition!"''
Volo forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Togepi}} and {{p|Gible}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. Volo became a playable sync pair on March 29, 2024.
::'''Sounds good''': ''"I like you better and better! What a delightful find!"''
:''"I've also heard about this trial you're to attempt. Let's have a quick battle to get your blood pumping before you head out! Though I hope you know you'll lose if your Pokémon's HP reaches zero!"''


*Being defeated
{{PairDex/h|HeartGold|Hisui}}
:''"Moves, items... Use them well, and the world will open up to you!"''
{{PairDex|199|Volo|trainerlink=Volo (Masters)#Togepi|trainerimg=Volo|0175|Togepi|gender=female|buddy=yes|Fairy|Steel|Field|exrole=Tech|6|Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
{{PairDex|199|Volo|trainerlink=Volo (Masters)#Gible|trainerimg=Volo|0443|Gible|gender=male|Dragon|Ice|Physical Strike|4EX|Trainer Lodge Friendship Level 100}}
|}


*After being defeated
==Quotes==
:''"It's always good fun to have your Pokémon do battle, don't you think? And as they gain experience through battle, they'll learn more moves and grow even stronger!"''
{{Main|Volo/Quotes}}
:''"But so few people here have their own Pokémon. If only more knew how to use Poké Balls! At any rate, let me help our two battlers recover from their little exercise."''
:''"And to you, my sky-fallen friend... I present some [[Potion]]s in thanks!"''
:''"You can use them on your Pokémon whenever they might be worn out from battle. I'll be hoping that you're successful on that trial of yours. More Galaxy Team members means more customers for yours truly, after all!"''


*Returning after learning Secret Back Strike Technique
==In the anime==
:''"How are things, my good friend! I certainly hope you're putting that Secret Back Strike Technique I taught you to good use! Either way, I have some [[Super Potion]]s here, just for you!"''
[[File:Volo HS.png|thumb|250px|Volo in [[Pokémon: Hisuian Snow]]]]
:''"Oh, think nothing of it! Having the Survey Corps out and about studying Pokémon is great for business, you know. Supporting you now is actually an investment in my own fortunes! And now I must depart! There are ruins that are just calling to me!"''
===Pokémon: Hisuian Snow===
Volo made a cameo appearance in ''[[HIS02|Fiery Reflections in Snow]]'', talking to another [[Ginkgo Guild]] member at [[Jubilife Village|Prelude Beach]]'s docks.
{{-}}


*After quelling {{p|Kleavor}}
==In the TCG==
:''"I saw the light fading into the sky. You must have quelled the lord Pokémon! And what do you have there? Could it be...? Ah! Those are two of the fabled plates of old! Please, let me have a look!"''
[[File:VoloLostOrigin196.jpg|200px|thumb|Full Art print of Volo]]
:''"I see there are letters carved into them. Let's see. This one says... "Where all creation was born, that is the being's place of origin." It seems to be a phrase from a very old myth. How did you come across these?"''
{{main|Volo (Lost Origin 169)}}
:''"I see! So you were given the plates when you impressed {{p|Wyrdeer}} and Kleavor? That is quite something, indeed! My heart is practically racing with excitement! It is my guess that you will find more plates like these scattered across Hisui! If we were to gather them all and decipher the scripts on them, we may uncover something absolutely amazing! The mysteries of the past! Oh, how they tickle my curiosity! What a joy to be alive in such times! Well, I must be on my way. Until next time!"''
'''Volo''' was introduced as a {{TCG|Supporter card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Sword & Shield Series (the Japanese Sword & Shield Era). It was first released in the Japanese {{TCG|Dark Phantasma}} subset and the English {{TCG|Lost Origin}} expansion, with artwork by [[kirisAki]]. It was also released as a {{TCG|Full Art card}} and {{TCG|Secret card}} in the same Japanese and English expansions, with artwork by the same artist. It allows the player to discard one of their Benched {{TCG|Pokémon V}} and all attached cards.
{{-}}


;[[Obsidian Fieldlands]]
==Gallery==
:''"Boo! Did I surprise you? I bet I did! I was trying to, anyway. There's a secret technique to catching Pokémon, you see. It's what I call the Secret Back Strike Technique! Hitting a Pokémon's back with your Poké Ball will surprise it, making it easier to catch or giving you an advantage once a battle starts! If you're part of the Survey Corps now, working to create that Pokédex as they all are, you might end up meeting every last Pokémon here in Hisui. You should know I'm already looking forward to the day you accomplish that!"''
===Artwork===
{|style="margin:auto; text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{hisui color dark}}; background:#{{heartgold color}}; font-size:80%; border-radius: 10px"
|-
| style="border:2px solid #{{heartgold color light}}; background:#{{heartgold color light}}" | [[File:Volo_concept_art.jpg|x250px]]
|- style="color:#000"
| Concept art from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Arceus|Legends: Arceus}}
|}


;[[Solaceon Ruins]]
===Merchandise art===
*Before battle
{|style="margin:auto; text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{hisui color dark}}; background:#{{heartgold color}}; font-size:80%; border-radius: 10px"
:''"Ah, <player>! How about you show me the strength that could quell even a frenzied lord? A battle with you might let me experience even a fraction of the power the nobles wield!"''
|-
| style="border:2px solid #{{heartgold color light}}; background:#{{heartgold color light}}" | [[File:Hisui Days Merch 1 Hitoshi Ariga.jpg|x300px]]
| style="border:2px solid #{{heartgold color light}}; background:#{{heartgold color light}}" | [[File:Pokemon Trainers Volo Plush Icon.png|x200px]]
|- style="color:#000"
| {{color2|000|Hisui}} Days key art by {{color2|000|Hitoshi Ariga}}
| Pokémon Trainers merchandise line plush artwork
|}


*Being defeated
==Music==
:''"Oh, my! You're quite adept at instructing your Pokémon in battle! My goodness, that was fun!"''
Music related to Volo are arrangements of [[Cynthia]]'s music from past Pokémon games.


*After being defeated
{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; text-align: center; background: #{{heartgold color}}; border: 3px solid #{{hisui color dark}}"
:''"Such prodigious strength! Now, let me just heal up your Pokémon... Well now! I think that settles it. I must ask your help in retrieving the Wall Fragment. With your skill, it should be a cinch!"''
|- style="background:#{{heartgold color light}}"
::'''Wall Fragment?''': ''"Yes, exactly! Some bandits pillaged the Solaceon Ruins and made off with a fragment of the wall engravings!"''
! Games
:''"Have you not heard of the notorious Miss Fortunes? They're a trio of bandits that have even hit us Gingko Guild more than a few times! Not the kind of regulars I like to have, let me tell you! Miss Calaba is doing everything she can to regain the fragment, but at 99 years old... It's a bit hard for her top chase leads all over the place. So what do you say, {{tt|kind sir|If the player is a boy}}/{{tt|(female term)|If the player is a girl}}? Why not help find the fragment for the warden? Oh--naturally I'll be happy to lend you a hand! Those sisters swiped my wares, too, and I'm no Gingko Guild merchant if I take that lying down! And far be it from me to let them just get away with vandalizing the precious ruins of this region! You know, I did see the remains of a campfire near the Mirelands Camp. Perhaps worth checking out?"''
! Location
::'''Wait...stolen?'''
! Song name
 
! Composition
*After returning with the [[Wall Fragment]]
! Arrangement
:''"Good work, very good work indeed, <player>! You got the fragment back safe and sound! I'm well aware of Calaba's reputation--they say she's stubborn, too old-fashioned, and so on... But she's given the Pearl Clan all she has, ever since she was young. She lived her prime years here in the Hisui region, trusting in the guidance of almighty Sinnoh. I don't think it's that she hates he Diamond Clan or the Galaxy Team--rather, I think she simply loves the Pearl Clan very, very much. Anyway, I do hope you're able to calm Ursaluna's frenzy, <player>! A raging Pokémon in the area isn't good for business, I assure you."''
|- style="background:#FFF"
 
! rowspan="6" |{{GameIcon|LA}}
;[[Crimson Mirelands]]
| Battling Volo at [[Jubilife Village]]<br>and the [[Solaceon Ruins]]
*After calming {{p|Ursaluna}}
| Battle! (Pokémon Wielder)*
:''"You're a real wonder! I saw light disappearing into the space-time rift. Quelled another frenzied Pokémon, have you? We still don't know what's causing the lightning that frenzies these Pokémon... But you! You just go on rescuing them, without even a hint of trepidation! You might even change the entire course of history here in Hisui... And I definitely want to be in the good books of someone like that! Let's stay in touch, friend!"''
| {{color2|000|Junichi Masuda}}<ref name=DPSuperMusic>This is an arrangement of a song from the Pokémon Diamond & Pearl Super Music Collection, which properly attributes the original composers/arrangers.</ref>
 
| Unknown
;[[Cobalt Coastlands]]
|- style="background:#FFF"
:''"Why, hello there, Mr./Ms. <player>! Fancy running into you out here! Me? Oh, I'm on the hunt for some plates! How's your plate hunting going, young friend?"''
| When Volo reveals his<br>true intentions<br>at the [[Temple of Sinnoh]]
::'''Regardless of choice''': ''"No need to be humble! I see you've already got your hands on four plates!"''
| Volo*
:''"You gain plates when you quell frenzied nobles–and when a great Pokémon recognises you as worthy of bearing, isn't that right? The way you've been collecting those plates... It reminds me of the ancient hero. The one that's said to have battled against almighty Sinnoh."''
| {{color2|000|Junichi Masuda}}<ref name=DPSuperMusic />
:''"You know, I've been wondering... The 10 Pokémon that are said to have followed the ancient hero–their powers are supposed to have come from almighty Sinnoh itself."''
| Unknown
:''"Why would they seek to challenge almighty Sinnoh along with the hero, then? Perhaps we'll get some answers once we gather all the plates? Well, let's both do our best to find more! But please, don't overexert yourself. I'd hate for something to happen to one of our guild's loyal customers!"''
|- style="background:#FFF"
 
| Battling Volo at<br>the [[Temple of Sinnoh]]
;[[Coronet Highlands]]
| Battle! (Volo)*
*Ancient Quarry
| {{color2|000|Junichi Masuda}}<ref name=DPSuperMusic /><br>{{color2|000|Go Ichinose}}<ref name=DPSuperMusic />
:''"Ah! There you are, Ingo!"''
| Unknown
:''"I wanted to ask about that memory loss of yours. Have you considered that it could have somehow been caused by the space-time rift?"''
|- style="background:#FFF"
:''"Indeed... Well, I do hope your memories return, Warden Ingo. How about you, then, <player>? Do you remember what you saw before you fell out of that rift? Was there anything inside?"''
| As Volo calls forth Giratina
::'''Regardless of choice''':''"Interesting... You see, personally, I suspect that whatever is on the other side of that rift is causing the strange lightning that plagues us."''
| Giratina Appears!*
::'''Regardless of choice''':''"Indeed! I did some digging and found records indicating that this same space-time rift also appeared in Hisui in the distant past. That's why we already had a name for it as it appeared, in fact."''
| {{color2|000|Hitomi Sato}}<ref name=B2W2SuperMusic>This is an arrangement of a song from the Pokémon Black 2 & White 2 Super Music Collection, which properly attributes the original composers/arrangers.</ref>
:''"Now, what kind of world do you suppose stretches out on the other side of the rift? My guess is that it is almighty Sinnoh's realm... But then that begs the question: Why has the space-time rift opened, when it closed once so long ago? And why would <player> have fallen through to us? There's just so much we don't know..."''
| Unknown
:''"Oh, I am a mere admirer of ruins and little more! If something needs investigating, then I would entrust that task to <player>! Until next time, then!"''
|- style="background:#FFF"
 
| Battling Volo's<br>[[Altered Forme]] Giratina
;[[Alabaster Icelands]]
| Battle! (Legendary Pokémon)*
:''"Why, if it isn't <player>! What a pleasure, finding a familiar face–or any face–in this far corner of the Alabaster Icelands."''
| {{color2|000|Junichi Masuda}}<ref name=DPSuperMusic />
:''"I came to bring Gaelic an order of Swordcaps, and he was more than willing to have a chat about Avalugg!"''
| Unknown
:''"What do you say? Interested in a bit of gossip?"''
|- style="background:#FFF"
::'''Absolutely!''': ''"And why wouldn't you be!"''
| After Volo's Giratina<br>becomes its [[Origin Forme]]
:''"So, Avalugg, yes? The fifth of Hisui's nobles... Well, yes. According to what I was told, not only does he barrage you with chunks of ice–fires off massive icicles, and he can cause sharp ice crystals to erupt from the ground below you! Doesn't that seem a bit too powerful to take on? What's more, apparently the Avalugg of old could be up to a hundred feet tall. Doesn't that seem a bit too big to take on?"''
| Battle! (Giratina's Revival)*
:''"Hmm, yes, well, I did want to see that Avalugg but perhaps not at the cost of my life. So I suppose my freezing digits and I will be off!"''
| {{color2|000|Junichi Masuda}}<ref name=B2W2SuperMusic /><br>{{color2|000|Go Ichinose}}<ref name=B2W2SuperMusic />
 
| Unknown
;Obsidian Fieldlands
|-
*After being exiled from Jubilife Village
| class="roundybottom" style="background: #{{heartgold color}}" colspan="5" | <small>'''Song names marked with an asterisk are unofficial, as they have not received a soundtrack release.'''</small>
:''"Strange events seem to follow you wherever you go, don't they?"''
|}
:''"Found you at last, <player>! I've been looking all over for you, you know! What would I do if I were to lose one of my favorite customers? Don't worry. I've already heard what happened. A good merchant knows well the importance of staying abreast all the latest news. It seems you're in quite the pinch. No place for you among the Diamond Clan or the Pearl Clan–to say nothing of how poorly the Galaxy Team has treated you! But not to worry. There are still corners of the Hisui region where we can stash you away in secret. I know a spot that will be the perfect hideaway. Leave it all up to me!"''
 
;[[Ancient Retreat]]
:''"Here we are. I know, I know–it's no palace. But you know the saying about beggars and choosers."''
:''"Always a pleasure, Mistress Cogita. But I'm afraid I'm not here today to learn more of Hisui's myths and legends. Why, <player> is the man/lady of the hour. He's/she's the one who quelled the frenzy of all the Pokémon nobles, believe it or not."''
:''"Bind the world, you say...? You mean it won't close the rift?"''
:''"Mistress Cogita's got a lovely workbench here. And if you need materials, I'd be glad to help. I'm always happy to do business with you."''
::'''Regardless of choice''':''"Ah, that is a problem, isn't it? What shall we do about that, indeed?"''
:''"How could I refuse you, ma'am? Off we go, <player>."''
:''"Hello, hello! It's an Abra! Where did you teleport from, little fellow? And it's got a letter... A letter addressed to you, <player>."''
:''"Good tidings from the letter, then? Now then... So we're to visit three lakes? It doesn't sound like an easy task–that's for sure. It sure would be wonderful to have a kind soul who might help us out..."''
*After Adaman and Irida arrive
:''"So, then, the leftover leader will...? Of course, of course... And the lucky chosen one comes with us to the lakes. We can fill you in on the details as we go."''
 
;[[Lake Verity]]
:''"They say this lake actually used to be a volcano. Then it erupted, leaving a huge crater that filled with water. And so Lake Verity was born. It is protected by a Pokémon called Mesprit. It was when Mesprit first took flight that people first learned the joys and sorrows of living. Or that's how the old tales go, anyway."''
:''"Th-that cave–it just... appeared from nowhere! Is that the Arc Phone the professor was going on about?"''
:''"Mistress Cogita seemed quite intent that you would have to prove yourself to all three of the Pokémon that guard these lakes... This challenge was never for the faint of heart."''
*After completing Mesprit's challenge
:''"Looks like that worked out well, <player>!"''
:''"That's right! You could say it's because I'm a merchant, but mostly I'm just naturally filled with curiosity! I want to know exactly what happened in the past that led us to this particular present... Or more accurately, I suppose... I want to know where I came from and where I'm headed. I want to know my path, so to speak."''
:''"Weighty matters to ponder, for sure. But we have an important task before us! Do you want to return to Mistress Cogita's home?"''
::'''Let's go back''':''"Perfect! I'd like to see what she thinks of our progress."''
 
;Ancient Retreat
:''"You're absolutely right! Myths and legends are such fascinating things to study! In any case, all we have to do is complete two more trials and we will get the Red Chain!"''
 
;[[Lake Acuity]]
:''"Here we are: Lake Acuity! You know, I've been told it actually contains seawater as well. Nobody knows why, though–it could be a fluke or geography, or perhaps it's connected to a Pokémon somehow. Lake Acuity is protected by the Pokémon Uxie. When Uxie took flight, the knowledge to solve problems was born in people's minds. That's what the stories say, anyway."''
:''"A tool that can make caves simply appear from nowhere is quite a handy one to have! I imagine there may be Pokémon in there, protecting the lake's guardian. Take care."''
*After completing Uxie's challenge
:''"I assume all went well, <player>!"''
:''"Still, I must wonder... Why don't they just give us the Red Chain? Why all this running about?"''
:''"Perhaps you are right... Who knows what would happen if it fell into the wrong hands, after all."''
:''"Who can say for sure? Maybe the Red Chain has some other use besides mending the world. So... shall we return to Mistress Cogita's home?"''
::'''Let's go back''':''"Wonderful! Then we can see if Mistress Cogita has any more insights to share with us."''
 
;Ancient Retreat
:''"Indeed. Yet we may want to add just a dash more speed. Things in Jubilee Village are...tense."''
:''"It seems a Pokémon's been glimpsed on the other side of the rift. One of those Gingko Guild merchants informed me that Commander Kamado has raised a force–not to survey the Pokémon but subdue it, should the need arise. Now if––IF––a Pokémon truly were to appear from beyond the rift... What would become of everyone, I wonder?"''
:''"That's the spirit! I'll come watch this historic moment unfold, too."''
 
[[Lake Valor]]
:''"Do you know about Lake Valor? It's said to have been formed by a volcanic eruption, much like Lake Verity. Though there are other theories that say it was carved out in the midst of a Pokémon battle. This lake is protected by the Pokémon Azelf. When Azelf took flight, the will to do what needs doing was born in people's hearts...or that is what legend would have us believe."''
:''"Ho! A cave appears as if there was none–as if just for <player>! I imagine strong Pokémon could wait inside, protecting the Pokémon of the lake. Take care!"''
*After completing all three trials
:''"It seems we've finished the three lake trials! If I remember correctly, we were told to then make for the Shrouded Ruins... I don't know what could await us there, but I'm always excited to explore some ancient ruins! Let us be on our way!"''
 
;Shrouded Ruins
:''"The Shrouded Ruins... Mist is so very good at obscuring things. It's long been said to blur our boundaries... If we're to somehow bring together the world of humans, the world of Pokémon, and the world of myth... then maybe we need a setting such as this. That being said...what are we meant to do now?"''
*After the Red Chain is forged
:''"You've succeeded once again, <player>! Yet... things do not seem to be going so well for the rest of the world. I've had some news from my fellow merchants in the Gingko Guild... It seems that the commander is going to forgo waiting for our investigation to finish. He plans to climb Mount Coronet himself."''
:''"Well, he doesn't yet know that our <player> has managed to get the Red Chain, now, does he?"''
 
;Coronet Highlands
*Summit Camp
:''"I've heard the latest. So you've been accepted back into the Galaxy Team, have you? I suppose congratulations are in order! Here, some Max Potions from me to celebrate! It looks like the big moment is upon us at last. But no doubt it'll be fine! After all you, worked so hard to earn that Red Chain."''
:''"Both Adaman and Irida have headed to the peak as well. My good friend <player>. I wish you great fortune in the battles to come. I would truly regret losing one of our most beloved and loyal customers. It seems Kamado intends to use the Summit Camp as a base of operations for this undertaking. As for me, I think I will set up shop closer to the temple itself."''
*In the tunnel to the peak
:''"Just the boy/girl I've been waiting for! I know you can buy various sundries at the base camp, but I thought it might be helpful to you if I set up here, closer to the temple. I want to have front row seats if there's a chance to see the world of myth and legend! I'll probably be creeping even closer to the action once the battle actually begins. Oh, but you won't have to worry about me! I'm perfectly capable of taking care of myself."''
:''"And besides, I know all too well the strength of you and your Pokémon. I've got no doubt you'll have this whole thing tied up in a neat bow before I could possibly be in any danger!"''
 
;Galaxy Hall
:''"Pardon! Couldn't help but overhear! If it's Hisuian history and legends you want, then I'm your man! Why, I've spent plenty of time studying such things instead of– Ahem. I mean while also tirelessly doing my work for the Gingko Guild. And I've visited many ruins and whatnot here in the Hisui region already! I imagine I could teach you a thing or two about any Pokémon of legend in these parts!"''
:''"Understood! I'll set up at the Heights Camp, then. <player>, I'll be expecting you! Besides, I've something I'd like to discuss with you, so I hope you won't keep me waiting!"''
 
;Obsidian Fieldlands
*Heights Camp
:''"<player>! There you are! Have a look here, if you will. A good, long, close look, please! See those patterns modeled after Pokémon? I've come to think that they might be letters–rather like hieroglyphs, if you will. I've inspected ruins across the region and have concluded that they all seem to tell the same tale. The tale of a brave soul who, together with the Pokémon at his side, went on a journey to search for the fragments of an all-encompassing deity. Yes. An all-encompassing deity–the creator of this very universe. And its name is..."''
:''"Arceus."''
:''"Perhaps you've already heard this name?"''
::'''It does sound familiar''':''"Of course! What else could I have expected from the hero who saved the Hisui region! But now, let us discuss the fragments. They must surely be the plates! Yes, the very plates you collected as you went about quelling all the frenzied nobles. Haven't you noticed that they all have words carved on their backs? Go on–give them a read. "The Original One breathed alone before the universe came." This "Original One" is none other than the mythical Pokémon known as Arceus. So what do you say, <player>? I think we should try to gather all the plates! And I've got just the idea where to start our search. Join me in the heart of Grueling Grove!"''
*Grueling Grove
:''"Now, <player>, according to my own investigations... Wha––? An alpha Vespiquen?! Terribly sorry, <player>... but do you think you could handle it?"''
:''"Why did that alpha Pokémon have the plate we were looking for? Maybe it just happened to find it the plate lying around... In any case, that's the only other plate that I had any information about, so...that's that! And yet nothing seems to be happening. Which makes me suspect there must still be more plates left out there for us to find. Not to worry though! I know the perfect person to ask–she's bound to know about all the plates!"''
::'''Regardless of choice''':''"The one and only Mistress Cogita, yes. You haven't had the chance to properly thank her for her help in obtaining the Red Chain, am I right? All the more reason to pay her a visit. So, onward to the Ancient Retreat!"''
 
;Ancient Retreat
:''"Of course! <player> is a famed member of the Survey Corps, after all! So, what more can you tell us? We're so close now! You must know more about the plates!"''
:''"Wood? So you're saying wood is somehow tied to these plates...? Well, I suppose that's what we get to learn next! Hop to it, <player>! While it shames me to admit it, merchant that I am, I'm quite out of my wood stores just now..."''
:''"Now the moment comes at last! The big reveal! What, pray tell, is the secret behind this wood?!"''
:''"C-cutting boards? You mean...for cooking? The plates we're after aren't dinner plates, so this is hardly the time for cooking!"''
*After receiving the [[Pixie Plate]]
:''"THAT'S ONE OF THE PLATES WE WERE LOOKING FOR! Ahem. Apologies. That's indeed one of the plates that we've been searching for."''
:''"Well, we've managed to collect quite a lot of the plates by now... But I still don't know what we're to do with them, exactly. It's just a hunch, but perhaps we should have a look around the Celestica Ruins? Those ruins contain statues of both Dialga and Palkia. They might hold some secrets..."''
:''"I don't need you to tell me! I'm going! The Celestica Ruins, <player>! I'll see you there!"''
 
;Coronet Highlands
*Celestica Ruins
:''"Have a look at this, <player>... This statue has been kept here, far from the statues of Dialga and Palkia... Broken and shattered, and yet it remains... Do you know what it is?""''
::'''Not at all...''':''"Oh? You're the greatest wielder of Pokémon this lands knows. The one who could bring low even Dialga and Palkia. But it seems certain things are beyond even your grasp..."''
:''"This crumbling statue once was the figure of a Pokémon–one that was equal to both Dialga and Palkia, yet banished from our world...The great Pokémon Giratina! It was banished for its violence, left to dwell in a world on the reverse side of our own. It is a being that has lain in wait for the chance to bare its fangs in defiance and tear down Arceus itself. Now tell me, if this Giratina desires more than anything else to challenge almighty Arceus... where do you think it might appear?"''
::'''Regardless of choice''':''"Oh? You're the greatest wielder of Pokémon this lands knows. The one who could bring low even Dialga and Palkia. But it seems certain things are beyond even your grasp..."''
:''"Exactly! Where one is closer to the heavens than any other place in Hisui! ...And where the space-time rift first opened! Huhuhuh... HAHAHAHAHA! I can feel it... We are getting closer to uncovering the secrets of this world! I daresay the excitement is loosening my lips more than it should, but..."''
:''"You see, ever since I was young, whenever I met with something painful or heartbreaking... I couldn't help but wonder why life was so unfair. Why I was cursed to live through such things. Of course, I imagine we all go through something like that. Eventually, I chose to direct all my energy into my own natural curiosity and ambition. And what tickled my curiosity more strongly than anything were the mysteries to be found in legends, in history, in ruins... You see, I fancied that by unraveling these mysteries, I could find out how the world itself came to be–and with that knowledge, maybe even forge a new, better world!"''
:''"Now, if we can find the realm that exists on the reverse side of our world...and meet the creator's unwanted child banished therein... perhaps then we'll be able to understand the nature of almighty Sinnoh itself! Don't you want to see it with your own eyes?! We must make for the Temple of Sinnoh at Mount Coronet's peak! Dialga and Palkia both appeared from within the rift that once gaped open there, didn't they? If these plates can call anything at all, it seems likely that is where it would appear!"''
 
;[[Temple of Sinnoh]]
*Before battle
:''"The temple lies in ruins now... Columns cracked and broken... Like [[Spear Pillar|pillars now turned into spears]], stabbing into the heavens..."''
:''"Well, I detect a distinct lack of Giratina."''
:''"Hmm? Is something bothering you?"''
:''"Ah, I do beg your pardon. I suppose I must seem to be behaving strangely!"''
:''"I daresay you deserve to know what I'm really after by now."''
:''"Ever since I became convinced that Arceus really does exist, there has been one question that consumed my thoughts... How can I meet such a being myself?"''
:''"It was in an attempt to answer this question that I originally sought out Giratina and had it tear open that rift in space and time... After all, Giratina wished to stand against Arceus. But that didn't do the trick..."''
:''"So then I had you gather the fragments of the all-encompassing deity, just as the murals of the ruins directed."''
:''"Eighteen plates said to be the fragments of the all-encompassing deity... You hold in your hands seventeen of them. So, you must be wondering: Where is the last one?"''
:''"Why, it's right here!"''
:''"Now hand over the plates you gathered! I will be the one to bring them all together!"''
:''"My desire to meet Arceus cannot be contained any longer! I need to know what it is! I MUST know what it is!"''
:''"If I can meet Arceus myself, then I may also be able to subjugate its power... And using that, I will attempt to create a new, better world!"''
:''"Of course, if I create a brand-new world, then the Hisui region that we currently exist in will be undone and returned to nothing. You, everyone you know, and all the Pokémon living here will vanish in an instant, as if you'd never been."''
:''"If you want to keep this world from disappearing, then face me in battle! Not that you have a choice. Even if you don't wish to battle me, I'm not above using force to take those plates from you."''
 
*Being defeated
:''"Why? Why you?! Why do you have the blessing of Arceus?!"''
 
*After being defeated
:''"Why? How?!"''
:''"I've devoted myself to Arceus beyond any other! I worshiped it as the creator of our entire world! I bent all of my passion and interest to its study! All the time I've spent poring over the legends... Everything that I've done—!"''
:''"You outsider! It's almost as if you were spat out of the space-time rift just to get in my way!"''
:''"No...no, this isn't finished yet!"''
:''"Can't you feel it? The chill creeping through your veins—the eldritch presence icing your heart?"''
:'''''"Giratina! Strike {{tt|him|If the player is male}}/{{tt|her|If the player is female}} down!"'''''
 
*After Giratina is defeated
:''"Turning tail and running? From this puny HUMAN? Pathetic! I was the one to feed you the power you needed so that you could take on Arceus! I was the one who gave you the chance to claw open that space-time rift, driving the deity of space and time mad so that you could drag the creator out from hiding!"''
:''"How? How could this happen?! Almighty Arceus, if you have any heart within you, then tell me..."''
:''"The blood of the ancient Sinnoh people flows in my veins, does it not?! What is it, then, that you find so lacking in me?!"''
:''"Do you mean to tell me that this world doesn't need to be remade?"''
:''"I can't live with such questions... I can't bear not satisfying this ache to know!"''
:''"Answer me, then, <player>. Do you have some dream that propels you, as I've had?"''
::'''I do!''': ''"So you do... Doubtless that dream of yours would never leave from for the dreams of one like me..."''
::'''I don't know.''': ''"You don't even know... Then perhaps the day will come when you will suffer and agonize as I do now..."''
:''"I am the great wielder of Pokémon. And you... You battle alongside your Pokémon. In the end, I was alone... But not you. You will fight together with your Pokémon to seize whatever dreams you have."''
:''"Here. Take it... Take the plate that started me on this path—the plate I once received from Giratina."''
:''"My journey is over. My story ended when I lost to you."''
:''"I suppose now you've gathered all of the plates said to exist in this land of Hisui."''
:''"So that's...that's it... The [[Azure Flute]]. Heh. It comes to you."''
:''"So Arceus wishes to meet you... Of all people, you had to be the one... Is that why you were brought to this world?"''
:''"Gah! I've no desire to watch from the sidelines as Arceus comes to you! And I absolutely cannot accept a world in which you would ever manage to defeat Arceus..."''
:''"Someday, I'll solve every riddle in the legends of Hisui's Pokémon. And on that day, I'll stand before Arceus at last—No, I will CONQUER it! No matter how many years, how many decades, how many centuries it takes me!"''


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* In the final battle against him, Volo shares five Pokémon with Cynthia's {{game|Platinum}} team: {{p|Spiritomb}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, {{p|Togekiss}}, {{p|Roserade}}, and {{p|Lucario}}.
* Volo shares many similarities to [[Cynthia]]:
** The only Pokémon that Volo does not use from said team is {{p|Milotic}}, as it is not present in Legends: Arceus. He instead uses {{rf|Hisuian}} {{p|Arcanine}}. Interestingly, Gastrodon, which is in Cynthia's {{2v2|Diamond|Pearl}} team, is available in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
** {{DL|Task|Missions|Mission}} 20, where the player must meet up with Volo, is called The Researcher of Myths, a title by which Cynthia also refers to herself.
** Similarly, Volo will always begin the battle by sending out Spiritomb, just like Cynthia.
** In his final battle, Volo wears a necklace with a teardrop-shaped ornament that resembles the ornament on Cynthia's coat.
* The music that plays before Volo's final battle begins is an arrangement of Cynthia's battle theme. His final battle theme is an arrangement of Cynthia's encounter theme. When he summons {{p|Giratina}}, it shifts to an arrangement of the [[Sinnoh]] [[Legendary Pokémon]] theme, then to an arragement of Giratina's Platinum theme when Giratina transforms into its {{form|Giratina|Origin Forme}}.
** In the final battle against him, Volo shares five Pokémon with Cynthia's {{game|Platinum}} team: {{p|Spiritomb}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, {{p|Togekiss}}, {{p|Roserade}}, and {{p|Lucario}}. Like Cynthia, Volo will always begin the battle by sending out Spiritomb.
* Volo is the third Trainer to battle the {{player}} with seven Pokémon. The other two are [[Greevil]] in {{g|XD: Gale of Darkness}} and [[Ghetsis]] in {{game|Black and White|s 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2}}, who both battle the player using a controlled Legendary Pokémon before using their [[party]] Pokémon against them. Inversely, Volo uses his party Pokémon before calling out Giratina.
*** The only Pokémon that Volo does not use from said team is {{p|Milotic}}, as it is not present in Legends: Arceus. He instead uses {{rf|Hisuian}} {{p|Arcanine}}.
* Volo is the first main story antagonist to be fought in the post-game.
** The music that plays before Volo's final battle begins is an arrangement of Cynthia's battle theme. His final battle theme is an arrangement of Cynthia's encounter and battle themes.
** He is also the first main antagonist of a main series game to not be affiliated with a [[villainous team]] or equivalent organization like the [[Aether Foundation]] or [[Macro Cosmos]], as the Ginkgo Guild does not have any role in his scheme and his only ally is Giratina.
** After his final battle, Volo vows to meet {{p|Arceus}}, and in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, Cynthia meets Arceus during the [[Sinjoh Ruins]] event.
* Volo's claim that he's willing to even take centuries to locate and conquer Arceus, and his goal to subjugate Arceus in order to create a peaceful new world, alludes to [[Team Galactic]] and their ambitions. In Platinum, [[Cyrus]]'s plans to accomplish this goal using {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} are disrupted by the intervention of Giratina, Volo's ally in the past.
* Volo is the first main antagonist of a core series game to not be affiliated with a [[villainous team]] or equivalent organization, as the Ginkgo Guild does not have any role in his scheme and his only allies are Giratina and his own Pokémon.
** Inversely, his claim to someday solve every riddle in Hisui's legends alludes to Cynthia's studying of mythology. In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, Cynthia fulfills his goal of meeting Arceus during the [[Sinjoh Ruins]] event.
* Volo's claim that he is willing to even take centuries to locate and conquer Arceus, and his goal to subjugate Arceus in order to create a peaceful new world, is similar to [[Team Galactic]] and their ambitions. In Platinum, [[Cyrus]]'s plans to accomplish this goal using {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} are disrupted by the intervention of Giratina, Volo's ally in the past.
* Volo's appearance once he removes his Ginkgo Guild uniform makes a number of references to Arceus.  
* Volo's appearance once he removes his Ginkgo Guild uniform makes a number of references to Arceus.
** His hair is styled after Arceus' head.
** His hair is styled after Arceus's head.
** He wears golden accessories reminescent of Arceus' own markings.
** He wears golden accessories reminiscent of Arceus's own markings.
** He dons clothing similar to that worn by ancient Greeks. {{wp|Zeus}}, the central God of the Greek pantheon, is believed to be one of the inspirations for Arceus.
** He dons clothing called a chiton similar to that worn by ancient Greeks. {{wp|Zeus}}, the central God of the Greek pantheon, may be one of the inspirations for Arceus.
*** In addition, the [[Pokémon movie|movie]] ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'', which stars {{OBP|Arceus|M12}}, has a Greek-inspired setting.
*** In addition, the [[Pokémon movie|movie]] ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'', which stars {{OBP|Arceus|M12}}, has a Greek-inspired setting.
** Volo's haircut and outfit, in various colors, can be purchased by the [[player character]] after obtaining {{p|Arceus}}: the Sinnoh Outfit, Sinnoh Sandals, and Sinnoh-style haircut.
** Volo's haircut and outfit, in various colors, can be purchased by the [[player character]] after obtaining {{p|Arceus}}: the Sinnoh Outfit, Sinnoh Sandals, and Sinnoh-style haircut.


==Names==
==Names==
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| ウォロ ''Volo''
| ウォロ ''Volo''
| From ''volō'' (Latin for "I wish")
| From ''volō'' (Latin for "I wish") and possibly the philosophical statement ''{{wp|Maine de Biran|volō, ergo sum}}'' (I wish, therefore I am)
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| English, German
| English, German,<br>Brazilian Portuguese
| Volo
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| Same as his Japanese name
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''Ginkgo Guild Member''
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|it=Ditta Ginkgo
|ko=은행상회
|es=Compañía Ginkgo
|zh_cmn=銀杏商會 / 银杏商会
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''Pokémon Wielder''
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|de=Pokémon-Bändiger
|it=Esperto di Pokémon
|ko=포켓몬술사
|es=Domador Pokémon
|zh_cmn=寶可夢馴化師 / 宝可梦驯化师
|zh_yue=寶可夢馴化師
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Volo
ウォロ Volo
Legends Arceus Volo.png
Art from Legends: Arceus
Age Unknown
Gender Male
Height 6'3" (190 cm)[1]
Eye color Gray
Hair color Blonde
Hometown Unknown
Region Hisui
Trainer class Ginkgo Guild Member,
Pokémon Wielder
Generation VIII, IX
Counterpart(s) Volo (Masters)
Games Legends: Arceus
Masters EX
English voice actor Cory Yee[2] (Masters EX)
Japanese voice actor Yoshimasa Hosoya (Masters EX)
Member of Ginkgo Guild
Rank Member
Animated series Pokémon: Hisuian Snow
Debut Fiery Reflections in Snow
English voice actor N/A
Japanese voice actor N/A

Volo (Japanese: ウォロ Volo) is one of the Ginkgo Guild merchants and a worshiper of Arceus. He is the only character in the games to have the Trainer classes Ginkgo Guild Member (Japanese: イチョウしょうかい Ginkgo Merchant Guild) and Pokémon Wielder (Japanese: ポケモンつかい Pokémon User).

He claims to be a descendant of the ancient Sinnoh people.[3] He bears a striking resemblance to Cynthia and Cogita, but the relationship between them, if any, is unknown.

In the core series games

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Character profile

Volo is a merchant of the Ginkgo Guild that the player encounters several times over the course of Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Unlike many of the other merchants, he often seems to travel alone, giving the player items and advice on how to catch or battle certain Pokémon, such as teaching them how to use the back-strike while using Poké Balls. Volo is often excited by the player's actions, taking interest in the player's alterations and contributions to the course of history. He has a sense of curiosity, being interested in the lore and myths that may be found around the Hisui region, including the Plates held by the special and Legendary Pokémon around the region.

Despite Volo's appearance and frequent aid to the player, his kindness is nothing more than a facade, hiding a malicious and clever side to his character. Volo appears to have a deep distaste and grudge for the player, wishing that Giratina's space-time rift had never brought them to Hisui. His interest in mythology and Arceus created an intense self-commitment to meet the Mythical Pokémon and overthrow it, wanting to create a universe anew. However despite his negative traits, it is implied that he does care for his own Pokémon, as shown with pictures of him and his Togepi at the photography studio in Jubilife Village. This is further implied with Togepi, along with his Lucario only evolving through high friendship.

Volo is skilled in Pokémon battles, often challenging the player. He is one of two people to have the most available Pokémon at once in traditional battle, the other being Ingo. He can read the glyphs left by the original Celestica people, and frequently notes the similarities between the journey of the Ancient Hero of Celestica legend and the player character. Cogita remarks that he often shirks his duties to pester her at the Ancient Retreat about Hisui's legends and myths, indicating a lack of interest in his duties as a Ginkgo Guild merchant.

Appearance

Volo is a tall blonde man who stands at the height of 6'3" (190 cm). He bears a striking resemblance to both Cynthia and Cogita, which his outfits, hair color and eye color resembling either of the two. Volo has long blonde hair that cascades over left eye. His hair is often tied up in a bun that rests in the back of his head, but when he is not wearing his Ginkgo Guild uniform, this bun is untied making his hair resemble that of the Pokémon Arceus. He has thin eyebrows, and his gray eyes are also thin and small and end in a single thick eyelash.

Volo's Ginkgo Guild uniform is largely blue, with yellow and white accents. His top is all blue, ending in puffy furred cuffs around the sleeve and collar ends. Despite the coloring, the design pays homage to Cynthia's long coat and scarf. On the front, Volo wears a white apron and connects to his belt from around his neck and back. This apron reaches down towards his knees in the front, ending in six circular yellow spots. The apron's chest shows the Ginkgo Guild's logo. A brown belt with a silver buckle on the front wraps around his waist holding up his blue pants. These pants are puffy at the knees and are tucked away inside his large and brown rounded boots. Volo wears a furred yellow and blue hat. Volo is always carrying around a large brown backpack filled with multiple merchandise and wares to sell to travelers around the region.

At the Temple of Sinnoh, Volo removes his Ginkgo Guild uniform, appearing in more religious-looking garb, resembling Arceus. The pupils of his gray eyes are smaller. He wears a thin white shirt with shorter sleeves and the hem flows down to his right hip. The shirt's collar is golden with the decoration going over his right shoulder. His left shoulder has its own decoration, with a clothing graduating towards yellow hangs down over the sleeve. A Golden belt wraps around Volo's waist with two decorative pieces pointing downward resembling Arceus' wheel-like appendages. Volo wears bright green pant tucked into his sandals at the knees. These open-toed sandals are golden all the way around, including the soles and makes several open cross-hatches down to his ankles. Volo wears two golden cuffs around his wrists, with a single "spike" stretching up against his forearms. He wears a necklace with a gray tear-drop ornament hanging from the middle, resembling Cynthia's coat zipper and Cogita's dress decoration.

Role

Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Website blurb: "Volo, one of the Ginkgo Guild’s merchants, is often to be found wandering the Hisui region. He has a tendency to cross paths with you no matter where you travel. He’s got a boundless sense of curiosity and is always interested in unusual finds and unusual people."

Volo is first met in Pokémon Legends: Arceus after the player gets their first partner Pokémon. Upon leaving the village Volo will offer to battle with his Togepi and reward the player with five Potions for their victory. During the player's mission to meet Mai from Fieldlands Camp, Volo appears to tell the player about Back Strikes and how to use them in Pokémon capturing and battle. Later, when the player is about to leave Jubilife Village in order to calm Lord Kleavor, Volo arrives to wish the player good luck, prays they used Back Strike right, and gives them Super Potions. After calming down the first Noble Pokémon, Volo greets the player upon their return to the village and asks to see the two Plates the player obtained from Wyrdeer and Kleavor, respectively.

Volo makes minor appearances throughout the game, delivering items to others as part of the Ginkgo Guild and encouraging the player's efforts to complete the Pokédex.

When Kamado exiles the player from Jubilife Village, Volo seeks them out and offers his aid. He brings the player to the Ancient Retreat and introduces them to Cogita, a descendant of the Celestica people who has been teaching Volo the mythology of Hisui. Volo accompanies the player to Lake Verity, Lake Valor, and Lake Acuity as they follow Cogita's advice to seek out the Red Chain. He also takes up temporary residence at the Ancient Retreat, offering to sell the player items due to their inability to access Choy's shop in the village. Once the Red Chain is assembled, Volo — eager for a chance to see history unfold — follows the player to the Temple of Sinnoh on their mission to prevent Kamado from attacking Dialga/Palkia in a misguided attempt to close the space-time rift. He again sells items just before the final ascent to the temple.

After Origin Forme Dialga/Palkia is captured, Volo enlists the player for a mission to locate the remaining Plates. He splits up with the player to conduct his own research while the player seeks out various Legendary Pokémon and assembles the missing Plates. They later meet up at the Ancient Retreat again, where they discover that Cogita possessed one of the Plates all along, using it as a cutting board while unaware of its true significance. With only the Spooky Plate remaining, Volo asks the player to meet him at the Celestica Ruins. There, he muses about the existence of a Pokémon that could equal Dialga and Palkia, yet was banished to a world on the opposite side of the real one, named Giratina. He grows excited and begins to lose his composure at the thought of how close to uncovering the truth about Hisui's mythology he is. Expressing frustration at the state of the world, he explains that he always sought answers when he faced difficulty in his life and asks the player where a creature like Giratina that wants to fight Arceus might appear, deducing that it would be the Temple of Sinnoh.

At the temple, Volo observes that it is now ruined, turned into a site where "pillars now turned into spears stab into the heavens". Dropping his false persona, Volo confesses that in order to meet Arceus, he contacted Giratina and had it tear open the space-time rift, which directly caused the Noble Pokémon to rampage and led to the player's arrival in Hisui. He discards his Ginkgo Guild uniform and reveals that he possessed the Spooky Plate all along, demanding that the player hand over the rest so that he may meet and subjugate Arceus, then use its power to destroy and recreate the world. Although he offers the player a chance to stop him by defeating him in battle, he adds that he will not hesitate to use force to collect the Plates for himself. After a long, difficult battle, Volo angrily lashes out at the player, furious that they seemingly arrived from the space-time rift solely to get in his way. However, he excitedly notes the creeping presence of an eldritch being arriving at the ruined temple. Giratina emerges from a portal, and Volo takes control of it, commanding it to strike the player down. A battle against Giratina ensues, but just as it is seemingly defeated, it unleashes its true strength and transforms into its Origin Forme.

When Giratina finally falls in battle, it reverts into its Altered Forme and flees, causing Volo to fully lose his composure. Denouncing Giratina for fleeing from a human, he cries out in vain to Arceus, desperate to know what qualities it sees him as lacking, and wondering if his defeat means the world does not need to be remade. Volo surrenders the Spooky Plate to the player, telling them that his story ended when he was defeated by them. However, when the player's Celestica Flute transforms into the Azure Flute, Volo realizes Arceus has chosen the player over him and lashes out again, refusing to stay and watch as they realize his dream of meeting Arceus. Before departing, Volo swears that he will discover all of Hisui's mythological secrets and conquer Arceus, no matter how many years, decades, or centuries it takes him.

He is not seen again for the rest of the game. However, Professor Laventon later reveals that Volo visited him to encourage him to finish work on the Pokédex as well as telling him that Giratina had a change of heart after losing to the player and tells him that it would likely be the last time they would ever meet.

Pokémon

Volo's Pokémon usage is similar to Cynthia's from her appearance in Pokémon Platinum. His main companion and partner appears to be his Togepi, who he uses in battle against the player in every fight, evolving into a Togekiss by the time they fight him for the last time. Cynthia not only uses a Togekiss in her champion fight in Platinum, but is known to provide the player with a Togepi egg. In his second battle, he also uses a Gible which later evolves into a Garchomp, with it also appearing to be his second main companion and partner, a parallel to Cynthia's own. 5 of the 6 Pokémon in Volo's party are shared with the champion, with Hisuian Arcanine replacing Milotic (who is unavailable in PLA).

Unlike Cynthia, Volo uses the maximum amount of types that can be used at one time, with 12, each of his Pokémon containing a different type combination.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus

First battle



Second battle



Third battle

Volo summons Giratina in its Altered Forme immediately after his main team is defeated. Experience is awarded for battling his main team before Volo summons Giratina, but the player is not given a chance to heal. If the player is defeated by Giratina, they must also battle Volo's initial team again. During this battle, Giratina is filled with terrible might (Japanese: すさまじい力 Tremendous Strength), which boosts all of its stats and causes it to take reduced indirect damage (such as from poison and splinters). Upon being defeated, Giratina changes into its Origin Forme and heals itself completely, effectively making the second part of the battle against two Pokémon, and the entire battle against eight.

Part 1



Part 2



In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Volo (Masters)

Volo forms a sync pair with Togepi and Gible in Pokémon Masters EX. Volo became a playable sync pair on March 29, 2024.

Dex Trainer NDex Pokémon Type Weakness Role EX role Base potential Availability
#199 VSVolo Masters.png Volo #0175 MastersIcon0175.png Togepi♀ Buddy Move Icon Masters.png
 Fairy
FairyIC Masters.png 		Steel
SteelIC Masters.png 		Masters Field.png Masters Tech.png ★★★★★☆EX Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout
#199 VSVolo Masters.png Volo #0443 MastersIcon0443.png Gible♂
Dragon
DragonIC Masters.png 		Ice
IceIC Masters.png 		Masters Physical Strike.png ★★★★☆☆EX Trainer Lodge Friendship Level 100

Quotes

Main article: Volo/Quotes

In the anime

Volo in Pokémon: Hisuian Snow

Pokémon: Hisuian Snow

Volo made a cameo appearance in Fiery Reflections in Snow, talking to another Ginkgo Guild member at Prelude Beach's docks.

In the TCG

Full Art print of Volo
Main article: Volo (Lost Origin 169)

Volo was introduced as a Supporter card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game during the English Sword & Shield Series (the Japanese Sword & Shield Era). It was first released in the Japanese Dark Phantasma subset and the English Lost Origin expansion, with artwork by kirisAki. It was also released as a Full Art card and Secret card in the same Japanese and English expansions, with artwork by the same artist. It allows the player to discard one of their Benched Pokémon V and all attached cards.

Gallery

Artwork

Volo concept art.jpg
Concept art from Legends: Arceus

Merchandise art

Hisui Days Merch 1 Hitoshi Ariga.jpg Pokemon Trainers Volo Plush Icon.png
Hisui Days key art by Hitoshi Ariga Pokémon Trainers merchandise line plush artwork

Music

Music related to Volo are arrangements of Cynthia's music from past Pokémon games.

Games Location Song name Composition Arrangement
 LA  Battling Volo at Jubilife Village
and the Solaceon Ruins 		Battle! (Pokémon Wielder)* Junichi Masuda[4] Unknown
When Volo reveals his
true intentions
at the Temple of Sinnoh 		Volo* Junichi Masuda[4] Unknown
Battling Volo at
the Temple of Sinnoh 		Battle! (Volo)* Junichi Masuda[4]
Go Ichinose[4] 		Unknown
As Volo calls forth Giratina Giratina Appears!* Hitomi Sato[5] Unknown
Battling Volo's
Altered Forme Giratina 		Battle! (Legendary Pokémon)* Junichi Masuda[4] Unknown
After Volo's Giratina
becomes its Origin Forme 		Battle! (Giratina's Revival)* Junichi Masuda[5]
Go Ichinose[5] 		Unknown
Song names marked with an asterisk are unofficial, as they have not received a soundtrack release.

Trivia

  • Volo shares many similarities to Cynthia:
    • Mission 20, where the player must meet up with Volo, is called The Researcher of Myths, a title by which Cynthia also refers to herself.
    • In his final battle, Volo wears a necklace with a teardrop-shaped ornament that resembles the ornament on Cynthia's coat.
    • In the final battle against him, Volo shares five Pokémon with Cynthia's Pokémon Platinum team: Spiritomb, Garchomp, Togekiss, Roserade, and Lucario. Like Cynthia, Volo will always begin the battle by sending out Spiritomb.
      • The only Pokémon that Volo does not use from said team is Milotic, as it is not present in Legends: Arceus. He instead uses Hisuian Arcanine.
    • The music that plays before Volo's final battle begins is an arrangement of Cynthia's battle theme. His final battle theme is an arrangement of Cynthia's encounter and battle themes.
    • After his final battle, Volo vows to meet Arceus, and in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, Cynthia meets Arceus during the Sinjoh Ruins event.
  • Volo is the first main antagonist of a core series game to not be affiliated with a villainous team or equivalent organization, as the Ginkgo Guild does not have any role in his scheme and his only allies are Giratina and his own Pokémon.
  • Volo's claim that he is willing to even take centuries to locate and conquer Arceus, and his goal to subjugate Arceus in order to create a peaceful new world, is similar to Team Galactic and their ambitions. In Platinum, Cyrus's plans to accomplish this goal using Dialga and Palkia are disrupted by the intervention of Giratina, Volo's ally in the past.
  • Volo's appearance once he removes his Ginkgo Guild uniform makes a number of references to Arceus.
    • His hair is styled after Arceus's head.
    • He wears golden accessories reminiscent of Arceus's own markings.
    • He dons clothing called a chiton similar to that worn by ancient Greeks. Zeus, the central God of the Greek pantheon, may be one of the inspirations for Arceus.
    • Volo's haircut and outfit, in various colors, can be purchased by the player character after obtaining Arceus: the Sinnoh Outfit, Sinnoh Sandals, and Sinnoh-style haircut.

Names

Language Name Origin
Japanese ウォロ Volo From volō (Latin for "I wish") and possibly the philosophical statement volō, ergo sum (I wish, therefore I am)
English, German,
Brazilian Portuguese 		Volo Same as his Japanese name
Spanish Volus Similar to his Japanese name
French Percupio From percupio (Latin for "to wish greatly")
Italian Ethelo From ἐθέλω ethélō (Ancient Greek for "to wish")
Korean 월로 Volo Transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Mandarin) 望羅 / 望罗 Wàngluó From 望 wàng / mohng (to hope) and transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Cantonese) 望羅 Mohnglòh
Russian Воло Volo Transcription of his Japanese name


Ginkgo Guild Member

Language Title
Chinese Cantonese 銀杏商會
Mandarin 銀杏商會 / 银杏商会
France Flag.png French Compagnie Ginkgo
Germany Flag.png German Ginkgo-Gilde
Italy Flag.png Italian Ditta Ginkgo
South Korea Flag.png Korean 은행상회
Spain Flag.png Spanish Compañía Ginkgo

Pokémon Wielder

Language Title
Chinese Cantonese 寶可夢馴化師
Mandarin 寶可夢馴化師 / 宝可梦驯化师
France Flag.png French Expert en Pokémon
Germany Flag.png German Pokémon-Bändiger
Italy Flag.png Italian Esperto di Pokémon
South Korea Flag.png Korean 포켓몬술사
Spain Flag.png Spanish Domador Pokémon


References

  1. ↑ Concept art from Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
  2. ↑ https://imgur.com/a/M1hV0xq
  3. ↑ Volo:"The blood of the ancient Sinnoh people flows in my veins, does it not?! What is it, then, that you find so lacking in me?!" (Pokémon Legends: Arceus)
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 This is an arrangement of a song from the Pokémon Diamond & Pearl Super Music Collection, which properly attributes the original composers/arrangers.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 This is an arrangement of a song from the Pokémon Black 2 & White 2 Super Music Collection, which properly attributes the original composers/arrangers.
Head: Ginter
Members: Volo (Masters) • Tuli
Trainer classes in the Pokémon core series
Hisui Clan Leader • Ginkgo Guild Member • Pokémon Wielder • The Bandit
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