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Revision as of 19:31, 20 December 2020

If you were looking for the first Japanese opening theme of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon, see Alola!!.
If you were looking for the first Korean opening theme of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon, see ALOLA!.
Alola アローラ地方
Alola region
Alola USUM artwork.png
Artwork of the Alola region from Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Introduction Pokémon Sun and Moon
Professor Professor Kukui
First partner Pokémon Rowlet, Litten, and Popplio
Regional Villains Team Skull (minor)
Aether Foundation (major)
Team Rainbow RocketUSUM
League
Pokémon League Alola League
League Location Mount Lanakila (games)
Manalo Stadium (anime)
Pokédex
Pokédex List Alola Pokédex
 (Sun and Moon)
 (Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon)
Anime
Series Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon
Pokémon Journeys: The Series
Season(s) Sun & Moon (20)
Ultra Adventures (21)
Ultra Legends (22)
Games
Generation VII
Games Sun and Moon
Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Manga
Adventures Debut The Grand Entrance and Delivery Boy Sun

Alola (Japanese: アローラ地方 Alola-chihō) is a region of the Pokémon world. It is the setting of Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon. It was the seventh core series region to be introduced. The adjectival form of Alola is "Alolan", as seen in the term Alolan.

The Alola region is made up of four natural islands and one artificial island: Melemele Island, Akala Island, Ula'ula Island, Poni Island, and Aether Paradise. It is a popular resort destination and attracts a lot of tourists from other regions. In Alola, humans and Pokémon coexist in a very close relationship, and a culture has developed that is different from other regions.

Etymology and design concept

Etymology

According to Shigeru Ohmori, the name "Alola" is meant to incorporate a meaning of a land that overflows with life force and supports various forms of life.[1] The name may also come from ola, Hawaiian for life, and the traditional Hawaiian greeting aloha.

Design concept

Main article: Pokémon world in relation to the real world → Alola

Alola is based on Hawaii, an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean and a state of the United States.[2][3]

History

Dated history

  • c. 500 years prior to the events of Pokémon Sun and Moon, the guardian deities fought against Solgaleo and Lunala.
  • c. 500 years prior to the events of Pokémon Sun and Moon, Magearna was built and presented to a king's daughter.

Contemporary history

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Elio/Selene leaves their home on Route 1 on a Pokémon journey three months after moving to the Alola region from Kanto. they receive their starter Pokémon from Hala and meet Lillie and Hau. Elio/Selene receives a Z-Ring at the festival inaugurating their island challenge, consisting of seven trials and four grand trials in order to become the island challenge champion. Along their journey, they encounter a group called Team Skull, whose members are misfits who failed the island challenge and aim to cause trouble, as well as another group called the Aether Foundation, whose goal is to cure hurt Pokémon. After defeating the leader of Team Skull, Guzma, at the Shady House, Elio/Selene travel to Aether Paradise, where they battle Lusamine, the president of the Aether Foundation. Lusamine opens Ultra Wormholes across Alola and enters one with Guzma. Elio/Selene and Lillie evolve Nebby into SolgaleoS/LunalaM at the Altar of the SunneS/Altar of the MooneM and travel into Ultra Space, where Elio/Selene battles Lusamine again and bring her and Guzma back to Alola. Elio/Selene catches SolgaleoS/LunalaM after Lillie tells it that she isn't a Trainer. Elio/Selene climbs Mount Lanakila to its summit, the newly opened Pokémon League, where they defeat the Elite Four, becoming the first Champion of Alola. A festival is held in Iki Town, and Lillie brings Elio/Selene to the Ruins of Conflict to battle Tapu Koko. The next day, Lillie leaves for Kanto to help her mother. The International Police contact Elio/Selene to investigate and catch the Ultra Beasts unleashed across Alola.

Cities, routes, and other locations

Alola has nine cities and towns, and a Pokémon League. Like in Unova and Kalos, the routes of Alola start counting again from 1, likely to represent its geographical isolation from the original four regions. There are 17 routes in total.

In the anime, it was shown that Alola was far enough away from Kanto (and presumably Johto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh) to require flying between the two locations via airplane.

Demographics

The Alola region has a total population of 392SM/1005USUM , including all towns, cities, and other areas.

Cities and towns

Map City/Town Population Description
Iki Town SM.png Iki Town 18SM 19USUM An old town where traditions have been passed on for generations. The villagers here are close with Tapu Koko.
Hau'oli City.png Hau'oli City 97USUM Beachfront: A popular spot where locals like to gather. Even people from other towns come to Hau'oli City to visit this beach.
Shopping District: The bustling center of the city, where you can get everything from fashion items to popular treats to eat.SM
The center of the city, where more and more people have become fashion conscious to take commemorative photos.USUM
Marina: A harbor where you can set out for the other islands. It's visited by many people and boats.
Heahea City SM.png Heahea City 82USUM Considered the "front door" to Akala Island, this town's residents treasure visitors and welcome them most warmly.
Paniola Town SM.png Paniola Town 16USUM A town located in the middle of Akala Island and surrounded by ranch land and pastures for grazing.
Konikoni City SM.png Konikoni City 55USUM The large gateway at the entrance gives a unique impression. This is a city of merchants, where you find lots of shops.SM
This is a city of merchants, where you find lots of shops and even a photo club, beyond the gate at the entrance.USUM
Malie City SM.png Malie City 84SM A city with an obvious Eastern influence in its design. The architecture is distinctive here.
Outer Cape: A cape famous for its Recycling Plant. The plant is co-managed by people and Pokémon.
Tapu Village SM.png Tapu Village 17USUM The remains of a village said to have been destroyed by the island's tapu when the people roused its anger.
Po Town USUM.png Po Town 8USUM A town barricaded with tall walls that seem to reach the sky. It is occupied by Team Skull.
Seafolk Village SM.png Seafolk Village 29USUM The village of a wandering people who live on ships. They all seem to love living free and unfettered.
Pokémon League SM.png Pokémon League 11USUM The place where the most powerful Trainer in the Alola region will be decided. Coming soon!

Landmarks

Map Landmark Description
Mahalo Trail SM.png Mahalo Trail A mountainous trail that leads to the sacred ruins. The cool air up here is very soothing on the skin.
Hau'oli Cemetery USUM.png Hau'oli Cemetery The people and Pokémon on Melemele Island share their lives, and here they have also shared their graves for generations.
Berry fields USUM.png Berry fields A Berry field with soft soil. It is the pride and joy of the local Berry master.
Verdant Cavern SM.png Verdant Cavern A cave with a great variety of plants thriving inside it. The light shafting in from above makes for a breathtaking sight.
Melemele Meadow SM.png Melemele Meadow A place where yellow flowers bloom in abundance. You can gather the nectar Oricorio loves to feed on here.
Seaward Cave SM.png Seaward Cave A cave that connects Melemele Meadow and Kala'e Bay. It is filled with salty smell of the sea.
Kala'e Bay SM.png Kala'e Bay One of the most scenic spots on Melemele Island. It was chosen as one of the top 100 views in Alola.
Ten Carat Hill SM.png Ten Carat Hill A great hill formed by the activity of an underwater volcano. It is famous for the hollow in its middle that is open to the air.
Paniola Ranch SM.png Paniola Ranch The ranch managed together by the people and Pokémon living in Paniola Town.
Brooklet Hill SM.png Brooklet Hill The best fishing spot in the Alola region. Its series of cascading waterfalls make it look like a terrace field.
Melemele Sea SM.png Melemele Sea This sea is crowded with Melemele islanders, local Pokémon, and visiting tourists all year round.
Royal Avenue SM.png Royal Avenue A major street that has developed so much thanks to the Battle Royal Dome being on it, making it look like a city street.
Wela Volcano Park SM.png Wela Volcano Park A mountain with steep paths and waste lands. There is a trial site on top.
Lush Jungle SM.png Lush Jungle A heavily wooded tropical rain forest. It's famous for producing ingredients for delicious meals.
Diglett's Tunnel SMUSUM.png Diglett's Tunnel Diglett and people worked together to finish digging this tunnel several years ago.
Memorial Hill USUM.png Memorial Hill A place where the memories of people and Pokémon linger. Many people come from other islands to visit this graveyard.
Akala Outskirts SMUSUM.png Akala Outskirts A grassy stretch along Akala's southern-most coast. It leads from Memorial Hill to the Ruins of Life.
Ruins of Life SM.png Ruins of Life The ruins that enshrine Tapu Lele, one of the land spirits. It is said that life is born here.
Hano Grand Resort SM.png Hano Grand Resort The biggest of all the resorts in the Alola region. The hotel is fully booked a year in advance.
Hano Beach SM.png Hano Beach The beach near Hano Grand Hotel at the Hano Grand Resort. Pyukumuku-chucking is a popular part-time job to do here.
Aether Paradise.png Aether Paradise A VLFS or a "very large floating structure." This is where the Aether Foundation's research facilities are.
Malie Garden SM.png Malie Garden A well-manicured garden located in the middle of Malie City. The large lake within it seems to resemble something...
Mount Hokulani SM.png Mount Hokulani A mountain suitable for observing the stars. There is an observatory on top.
Hokulani Observatory SM.png Hokulani Observatory A research facility for observing and studying various phenomena in space.
Blush Mountain SM.png Blush Mountain The mountain where the Geothermal Power Plant is situated. Its output covers almost all of Ula'ula Island's electric needs.
Secluded Shore SM.png Secluded ShoreSM
Ula'ula BeachUSUM
A small patch of shore on the southern coast of Ula'ula Island. A rather isolated and unwelcoming place.SM
A beach that spreads on the southern coast of Ula'ula Island. A very popular and busy place for Mantine Surf.USUM
Aether House SM.png Aether House Where Pokémon and people huddle together.
Thrifty Megamart Abandoned Site SM.png Thrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site) The original site of the first Thrifty Megamart store. It is said to have been destroyed by the island's tapu.
Haina Desert Area 1 SMUSUM.png Haina Desert A scorching-hot desert beyond Route 13. Trainers often get lost here in this broiling labyrinth.
Ruins of Abundance SMUSUM.png Ruins of Abundance The ruins that enshrine Tapu Bulu, one of the land spirits. It is said that life grows here.
Ula'ula Meadow SM.png Ula'ula Meadow A place where red flowers bloom in abundance. You can gather the nectar Oricorio loves to feed on here.
Lake of the Sunne Moone SMUSUM.png Lake of the Moone A place that seems to have some connection to the Alola's Legendary Pokémon. The lake forms a perfect circle.
Lake of the Sunne Moone SMUSUM.png Lake of the Sunne A place that seems to have some connection to the Alola's Legendary Pokémon. The lake forms a perfect circle.
Shady House SMUSUM.png Shady House A mansion abandoned by a certain rich citizen. People sometimes call it the "Shady Chateau," too.
Poni Wilds SM.png Poni Wilds The entrance to Poni Island. It connects to Seafolk Village.
Ancient Poni Path SM.png Ancient Poni Path An old path that leads to Vast Poni Canyon. Some people and Pokémon still try to live in the ruins here, but not many.
Poni Breaker Coast SM.png Poni Breaker Coast The southern coast of Poni Island, where rough waves pound mercilessly upon the shore.
Ruins of Hope SM.png Ruins of Hope The ruins that enshrine Tapu Fini, one of the land spirits. It is said that life ends its journey here.
Exeggutor Island SM.png Exeggutor Island It's a paradise for Exeggutor! This island is designated as a special preserve.
Vast Poni Canyon SM.png Vast Poni Canyon The most challenging path on Ula'ula Island. The ups and downs of this canyon are beyond any other.
Altar of the Sunne SMUSUM.png Altar of the Sunne An altar that is said to be closely associated with the Legendary Pokémon depicted in the local folklore.
Altar of the Moone SMUSUM.png Altar of the Moone An altar that is said to be closely associated with the Legendary Pokémon depicted in the local folklore.
Mount Lanakila SM.png Mount Lanakila The roughest and coldest mountain in the Alola region. A large-scale construction project has been taken up here.
Ruins of Conflict SMUSUM.png Ruins of Conflict The ruins that enshrine Tapu Koko, one of the land spirits. It is said that life is tested here.
Poni Grove SM.png Poni Grove A natural path that winds among the many trees. It leads to the eastern side of Poni Island.
Poni Plains SM.png Poni Plains The plains that lead to the northern part of Poni Island. There is also a path connecting to Poni Meadow from here.
Poni Meadow SM.png Poni Meadow A place where purple flowers bloom in abundance. You can gather the nectar Oricorio loves to feed on here.
Resolution Cave SM.png Resolution Cave A cave that leads deep, deep down under the ground. How it got the name "resolution" is not known.
Poni Coast SMUSUM.png Poni Coast The north-eastern coast of Poni Island, where the clarity of the water makes it a popular view spot.
Poni Gauntlet SM.png Poni Gauntlet A difficult path that leads to the Battle Tree. It's full of tough Trainers.
Battle Tree SM.png Battle Tree The sacred battle grounds for the toughest Trainers of the Alola region.
Sun Moon Poké Pelago artwork.png Poké Pelago
Sun Moon Festival Plaza artwork.png Festival Plaza
Big Wave Beach USUM.png Big Wave Beach A beach with huge waves. It's located near a motel. It's one of the Mantine Surf Spots.
Sandy Cave USUM.png Sandy Cave The vast sea spreads, and various Pokémon live among rocks.
Heahea Beach USUM.png Heahea Beach A bustling beach connecting to Heahea City. It's one of the Mantine Surf Spots.
Pikachu Valley USUM.png Pikachu Valley Electric paradise.
Dividing Peak Tunnel USUM.png Dividing Peak Tunnel
Poni Beach USUM.png Poni Beach A beach on Poni Island with an abundance of nature. It's one of the Mantine Surf Spots.
Plains Grotto USUM.png Plains Grotto
Team Rocket's Castle USUM.png Team Rocket's Castle

Anime-exclusive locations

Picture Location Description
Aina's Kitchen.png Aina's Kitchen A cafeteria located on Melemele Island. It is run by Abe with help from his daughter Mallow and is a popular place to eat.
Alola TV Station.png Alola TV The main television production and broadcasting hub in the Alola region over the past 55 years.
Bamboo Hill.png Bamboo Hill A hill on Melemele Island that serves as a camping site and contains bamboo trees.
Bewear Den.png Bewear's den The secret base of Team Rocket, located in a hollowed-out tree found within the dense forests of Melemele Island.
Clawmark Hill.png Clawmark Hill A mountain located near Professor Kukui's house on Melemele Island where wild Pokémon spar at night.
Manalo Stadium.png Manalo Stadium A stadium built by the Aether Foundation, located in the ocean near Aether Paradise. It was built specifically to host the Alola League Conference.
Oranguru place.png Oranguru's place A café found in a forest on Melemele Island. It is run by an Oranguru who supplies drinks to customers and listens to them as they vent any problems that they have.
Pokémon Paradise Resort.png Pokémon Paradise Resort A hot spring resort on Akala Island where both humans and Pokémon can relax.
Pokémon School.png Pokémon School A school on Melemele Island where Trainers of varying ages meet to improve themselves. Samson Oak is the principal.
Starfall Hill.png Starfall Hill A hill located atop Mount Hokulani on Ula'ula Island. It is known for the large amount of Minior that fall down there from space.
Treasure Island.png Treasure Island An island located near Melemele Island, which is home to many wild Pokémon.
Viren Stadium.png Viren Stadium A stadium on Melemele Island built by Viren to host Pokémon Base matches and Viren's own Pokémon Base team.
Viren Tower.png Viren Tower A tower on Melemele Island built by Viren, who records his own TV programmes such as Viren Shopping Network (Japanese: ブルガンショッピング Bourgain Shopping) here.

Manga-exclusive locations

Picture Location Manga Description
Poni Altar.png Poni Altar Pokémon Adventures An amalgamation of the games' Altar of the Sunne and Altar of the Moone. It is a stone altar associated with the light trio.

Geography

Environment

Alola's main islands in the anime
Aether Paradise in the anime

The Alola region consists of four main islands, Melemele Island, Akala Island, Ula'ula Island, and Poni Island; along with one artificial island, Aether Paradise, which is described as a "Very Large Floating Structure" or VLFS. It is not possible to Surf, or, for that matter, use the Poké Ride's Lapras Paddle or Sharpedo Jet between the islands; those wishing to do so must take boats or the Poké Ride's Charizard Glide. All four islands are to an extent forested and mountainous; most of the cities and towns are on the coastlines, with notable exceptions being Iki Town and Paniola Town. Routes are relatively developed here compared to other regions, with several of them having their own Pokémon Centers in addition to residential buildings.

Melemele Island to the northwest, while steeped in nature, has the least extreme environments, and is home to Alola's largest settlement, Hau'oli City. Its routes gently slope up towards the center of the island to form a gradual mountain, on top of which are the Ruins of Conflict. It is notable for Ten Carat Hill, which was formed out of an underwater volcano and has an open-air hollow in the middle, itself resembling a volcano.

Akala Island, to the northeast, contains Alola's only active volcano, Wela Volcano Park, and has the most settlements of the four islands. It boasts several huge resort hotels, all in Heahea City, one of which has its own beach and golf course. It is notable for Brooklet Hill, whose cascading waterfalls give off the impression of a terrace field.

Ula'ula Island to the southeast is the largest of Alola's islands, and also the most varying in terms of weather and terrain, which is significantly rougher. For such a large island, it has few settlements; one is an abandoned town while another is in ruins and contains just a Pokémon Center. These all sit in the shadow of what is essentially a contiguous mountain range in the heart of the island, which boasts not just three mountains, but also a harsh desert. Towards the southwest is a lagoon with breakable rocks that the Sharpedo Jet can break through.

Poni Island, to the southwest, is more sparsely populated, having only one settlement; and, similar to the Battle Zone in Sinnoh, is full of rugged and harsh environments. The island is mostly mountainous and rocky in part due to the sprawling canyon - which is in itself described as a natural trial site - that takes up over half the island's space, although the coastline areas are more level.

Aether Paradise, in stark contrast to the natural islands, is strikingly modern, with a huge building in the center that serves as both the main area and the headquarters of its owners, the Aether Foundation. Behind this building is a sprawling mansion that serves as the office and residence of its head.

Climate

Similar to Hoenn, Alola seems to have a warmer climate than in other regions, implying an equatorial climate; Hawaii, which Alola is based on, experiences such climate. However, Mount Lanakila, Alola's highest point, constantly experiences snow and hail, due to its high altitude.

Apart from that, the islands experience a wide variety of weather conditions, especially on Ula'ula Island, which alone is afflicted with not only harsh sun and extreme sandstorm in the desert near its center, but also snow and hail from the aforementioned Mount Lanakila. Frequent rain falls on its northern side, as well as on the northwestern side of Akala Island, where a thriving rainforest grows.

These environmental conditions are reflected in its Pokémon, some of which have adapted to the environmental conditions in different ways; for example, Exeggutor is five times as tall here due to the abundant sunlight.

Appearance

Artwork

Alola artwork.png Alola USUM artwork.png
Artwork of Alola from Pokémon Sun and Moon Artwork of Alola from Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

In-game

Alola.png Alola USUM.png
Alola as seen in
Pokémon Sun and Moon
Alola as seen in
Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Ecology

Due to the unique environmental pressures, a number of Pokémon species that appear in Alola have regional forms known as Alolan Forms that have different properties to elsewhere in the Pokémon world. For example, in Alola Vulpix moved to snowy mountain peaks to avoid the normal habitats of other Pokémon, and adapted to their new environment by becoming Ice-type.

Island challenge

Main article: Island challenge

The island challenge is a rite of passage in the Alola region consisting of trials on each of Alola's four main islands. Each trial has a Trial Captain who provides guidance to Trainers undertaking a trial. At the end of each trial, Trainers must face a Totem Pokémon in an SOS Battle. The final trial on each island is called the grand trial, where the Trainer must battle the Island Kahuna. The goal of those taking the island challenge is to become the strongest Trainer, known as the island challenge champion.

Captains and Totem Pokémon

Melemele Island

Melemele Island
Generation VII Region: Alola
Trial Captain
Japanese
Location
Japanese
Type Totem Pokémon Ally Pokémon
Ilima
Ilima
イリマ Ilima
Verdant Cavern
茂みの洞窟
Verdant Cavern
Dream Normalium Z Sprite.png
Normal
Gumshoos
GumshoosSUS
Yungoos
YungoosSUS
Alolan Raticate
Alolan RaticateMUM
Alolan Rattata
Alolan RattataMUM

Akala Island

Akala Island
Generation VII Region: Alola
Trial Captain
Japanese
Location
Japanese
Type Totem Pokémon Ally Pokémon
Lana
Lana
スイレン Suiren
Brooklet Hill
せせらぎの丘
Brooklet Hill
Dream Waterium Z Sprite.png
Water
Wishiwashi
Wishiwashi
(School Form)SM
WishiwashiAlomomola
Wishiwashi and AlomomolaSM
Araquanid
AraquanidUSUM
DewpiderMasquerain
Dewpider and MasquerainUSUM
Kiawe
Kiawe
カキ Kaki
Wela Volcano Park
ヴェラ火山公園
Wela Volcano Park
Dream Firium Z Sprite.png
Fire
Salazzle
SalazzleSM
Salandit
SalanditSM
Alolan Marowak
Alolan MarowakUSUM
Salazzle
SalazzleUSUM
Mallow
Mallow
マオ Mao
Lush Jungle
シェードジャングル
Shade Jungle
Dream Grassium Z Sprite.png
Grass
Lurantis
Lurantis
TrumbeakCastform
Trumbeak and CastformSM
ComfeyKecleon
Comfey and KecleonUSUM

Ula'ula Island

Ula'ula Island
Generation VII Region: Alola
Trial Captain
Japanese
Location
Japanese
Type Totem Pokémon Ally Pokémon
Sophocles
Sophocles
マーマネ Mamane
Hokulani Observatory
ホクラニ天文台
Hōkūlani Observatory
Dream Electrium Z Sprite.png
Electric
Vikavolt
VikavoltSM
CharjabugCharjabug
Charjabug ×2SM
Togedemaru
TogedemaruUSUM
SkarmoryDedenne
Skarmory and DedenneUSUM
Acerola
Acerola
アセロラ Acerola
Thrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site)
スーパー・メガやす 跡地
Supermarket Megacheap (Abandoned Site)
Dream Ghostium Z Sprite.png
Ghost
Mimikyu
Mimikyu
HaunterGengar
Haunter and GengarSM
BanetteJellicent
Banette and JellicentUSUM

Poni Island

Poni Island
Generation VII Region: Alola
Trial Captain
Japanese
Location
Japanese
Type Totem Pokémon Ally Pokémon
None Vast Poni Canyon
ポニの大峡谷
Great Canyon of Poni
Dream Dragonium Z Sprite.png
Dragon
Kommo-o
Kommo-o
Hakamo-oScizor
Hakamo-o and ScizorSM
NoivernScizor
Noivern and ScizorUSUM
Mina
Mina
マツリカ Matsurika
NoneSM Dream Fairium Z Sprite.png
Fairy
NoneSM NoneSM
Seafolk Village
海の民の村
Seafolk Village
USUM
Ribombee
RibombeeUSUM
BlisseyPelipper
Blissey and PelipperUSUM

Island Kahunas

Island Kahunas
Generation VII Region: Alola
Island Kahuna
Japanese
Island Location
Japanese
Type
Hala
Hala
ハラ Hala
Melemele Trial Completion.png
Melemele Island
Iki Town
リリィタウン
Liliʻi Town
Dream Fightinium Z Sprite.png
Fighting
Olivia
Olivia
ライチ Lychee
Akala Trial Completion.png
Akala Island
Ruins of Life
命の遺跡
Ruins of Life
Dream Rockium Z Sprite.png
Rock
Nanu
Nanu
クチナシ Kuchinashi
Ula'ula Trial Completion.png
Ula'ula Island
Malie City
マリエシティ
Malie City
Dream Darkinium Z Sprite.png
Dark
VSHapu.png
Hapu
ハプウ Hapū
Poni Trial Completion.png
Poni Island
Vast Poni CanyonSM
ポニの大峡谷
Great Canyon of Poni
Dream Groundium Z Sprite.png
Ground
Exeggutor IslandUSUM
ナッシー・アイランド
Nassy Island

Alola League

Main article: Alola League

A Pokémon League for the Alola region was developed on top of Mount Lanakila by Professor Kukui only recently. As a result, the Alola League has no Pokémon Champion. Instead, in Sun and Moon, after defeating the Elite Four, the player must battle Kukui, the founder of the League, in order to formally attain the title of Alola's first Pokémon League Champion. In Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, the player battles their rival Hau instead.

Elite Four

Alola League
Generation VII
Member
Japanese
Type
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Hala
ハラ HalaSM
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Molayne
マーレイン MulleinUSUM
Fighting Steel
VSOlivia 2 USUM.png
Olivia
ライチ Lychee
Rock
VSAcerola.png
Acerola
アセロラ Acerola
Ghost
VSKahili USUM.png
Kahili
カヒリ Kahili
Flying

Trivia

See also

In other languages

Language Name Origin
German, Spanish,
French, Italian,
Portuguese, Czech,
Danish, Finnish,
Norwegian, Dutch,
Polish, Romanian,
Swedish, Turkish,
Vietnamese
Alola From its Japanese and English name
Korean 알로라 Alola Transcription of its Japanese name
Chinese (Mandarin) 阿羅拉 / 阿罗拉 Āluólā Transcription of its Japanese name
Chinese (Cantonese) 阿羅拉 Alòhlāai
Greek Αλόλα Alola Transcription of its English name
Hebrew אלולה Alola Transcription of its English name
Russian Алола Alola Transcription of its English name
Thai อโลลา Alola Transcription of its Japanese name

References


Regions in the Pokémon world
Core series Kanto (Sevii Islands) • JohtoHoenn
Sinnoh (HisuiBattle Zone) • Unova (Blueberry Academy)
KalosAlolaGalar (Isle of ArmorCrown Tundra)
PaldeaKitakami
Side series White CityOrre
Anime Orange IslandsDecolore Islands
Spin-off games FioreAlmiaObliviaPokémon IslandMintale Town
Ryme CityPasioRanseiFerrumLental
Mystery Dungeon worldPokéParkTCG Islands
Carmonte IslandTumblecube IslandAeos Island
TCG Southern IslandsPuzzle ContinentHolonParallel Worlds
Sovereign states in
the Pokémon world
Ranger UnionGuyana
Lucario KingdomMirage KingdomRota


Alola
Melemele Trial Completion.png Akala Trial Completion.png Ula'ula Trial Completion.png Poni Trial Completion.png
Islands
Melemele IslandAkala IslandUla'ula IslandPoni IslandAether Paradise
Settlements
Iki TownHau'oli City (Outskirts)Heahea CityPaniola TownKonikoni CityRoyal AvenueMalie City
Tapu VillagePo TownSeafolk VillagePokémon League
Trial sites
Verdant CavernBrooklet HillWela Volcano ParkLush JungleHokulani Observatory
Thrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site)Exeggutor IslandVast Poni CanyonSeafolk Village
Routes
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Landmarks
Mahalo TrailTrainers' SchoolHau'oli CemeteryBerry fieldsMelemele MeadowSeaward CaveKala'e BayTen Carat Hill
Tide Song HotelPaniola RanchMelemele SeaDiglett's TunnelBattle Royal DomeMemorial HillAkala OutskirtsRuins of Life
Hano Grand ResortHano BeachMalie GardenMount HokulaniBlush MountainUla'ula BeachAether HouseHaina Desert
Ruins of AbundanceUla'ula MeadowLake of the MooneLake of the SunneShady HousePoni WildsAncient Poni Path
Poni Breaker CoastRuins of HopeAltar of the SunneAltar of the MooneMount LanakilaRuins of Conflict
Poni GrovePoni PlainsPoni MeadowResolution CavePoni CoastPoni GauntletBattle Tree
Festival PlazaPoké PelagoBig Wave BeachSandy CaveHeahea BeachPikachu ValleyDividing Peak Tunnel
Kantonian GymPoni BeachPlains GrottoTeam Rocket's Castle
Ultra Space
Ultra Deep SeaUltra MegalopolisMegalo TowerUltra JungleUltra DesertUltra Plant
Ultra ForestUltra CraterUltra RuinUltra Space Wilds


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