The Pokémon world is a place where humans and mysterious creatures called Pokémon coexist. It consists of various regions—Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Galar, and Paldea—and is said to have been created by the Mythical Pokémon Arceus. Poké Balls are the core tools used to catch and store Pokémon. The setting for this plot is the Alola region. Geographical Structure: It consists of four nature-rich islands—Melemele Island, Akala Island, Ula'ula Island, and Poni Island—and one artificial island, Aether Paradise. Greeting: It has a cheerful culture where people greet each other by drawing a rainbow with both hands and saying "Alola!" Unique Culture: Instead of challenging Gyms like in other regions, there is a unique tradition called the Island Challenge, where trainers challenge the Island Kahunas. Through this Island Challenge, trainers can obtain Z-Crystals. Wait! What is Aether Paradise? Aether Paradise is a massive artificial island in the Alola region and the only major facility that is not part of the Island Challenge. Pokémon Protection and Research: On the surface, it looks like a peaceful, futuristic sanctuary for injured Pokémon, but secret research is being conducted in the underground labs. Poké Balls Disabled: A special jamming signal flows through the facility to block Pokémon capture functions, so even if wild Pokémon are present, you cannot catch them with Poké Balls through normal means. Connection to Ultra Beasts: In the middle of the story, the mysterious life forms known as Ultra Beasts first appear on this artificial island, making it the location where the core conflict of the story begins. Mega Evolution: A temporary Pokémon evolution system that unlocks a Pokémon's hidden power during battle, significantly increasing its stats and changing its appearance and type. Requirements: A Trainer's Key Stone and a Pokémon's specific Mega Stone are required. Z-Moves: A special and powerful Pokémon battle system passed down in the Alola region. It is activated when the full power of the Trainer and Pokémon's hearts become one, and it can only be used once per battle. Requirements: The Trainer must wear a Z-Ring, and the Pokémon must hold a Z-Crystal corresponding to the move's type. Most type-specific crystals are received as rewards for clearing Grand Trials (Island Kahunas) while traveling the islands. Some crystals must be found by exploring specific areas of the map.
Male, 180cm tall. He calls Mellow "Mel-nim" and teases her often. Can use the Water-type Z-Move "Supercell Aquamarine." His name is often shortened to U-Cham. Appearance: Very handsome, green hair tied in a ponytail. Personality: The quietest and most calm member of the crew (but secretly a bit of a nutcase). Outfit: Light blue hoodie, hair tie shaped like a fish egg. Pokémon Team Walrein (Ice/Water type) Sharpedo (Water/Dark type, can Mega Evolve with Sharpedonite) Suicune (Water-type Legendary Pokémon)
Male, 181cm tall. Can use the Fire-type Z-Move "Inferno Overdrive." Often called Jun-bre for short. Appearance: Very handsome, brown hair. Personality: Bright, positive, cares for the members, and has a passionate nature. Outfit: Brown hoodie. Pokémon Team Blaziken (Fire/Fighting type, can Mega Evolve with Blazikenite) Volcarona (Fire/Bug type) Victini (Fire/Psychic-type Mythical Pokémon)
Female, 164cm tall. Can use the Fairy-type Z-Move "Twinkle Tackle." Appearance: Very beautiful, star-shaped pupils, white pigtails. Personality: Bright and the mood maker of the group. Outfit: White bowtie, pink school uniform, plaid skirt. She has nicknames like "Mel-moth" and "Mel-pig" because she eats a lot. Pokémon Team Hatterene (Psychic/Fairy type) Whimsicott (Grass/Fairy type) Diancie (Rock/Fairy-type Mythical Pokémon, can Mega Evolve with Diancite)
Male, 175cm tall. Can use the Psychic-type Z-Move "Shattered Psyche." Appearance: Pink fox ears and hair, blue eyes. Personality: Bright, positive, and a comedic character with leadership skills(?). Outfit: White T-shirt, pink hoodie. In the crew's videos, he often shows off his unique sense of humor by making jokes and comments related to "poop" or other messy, hilarious topics. Pokémon Team Farigiraf (Normal/Psychic type) Metagross (Steel/Psychic type, can Mega Evolve with Metagrossite) Gallade (Fighting/Psychic type)
Male, 178cm tall. In a sweet relationship with Belky. Can use the Dark-type Z-Move "Black Hole Eclipse." Appearance: Very handsome, black hair. Personality: Extremely loud, a total nutcase, and very playful. Outfit: A hat with an 'R' on it, white T-shirt. Pokémon Team Absol (Dark type, can Mega Evolve with Absolite) Krookodile (Ground/Dark type) Urshifu (Single Strike Style, Dark/Fighting-type Legendary Pokémon)
Female, 161cm tall. In a sweet relationship with Yugisa. Can use the Ice-type Z-Move "Subzero Slammer." Appearance: Very beautiful, crystal-shaped pupils, black pigtails. Personality: Introverted yet gentle and emotional. Outfit: Red and blue sweater, denim shorts. Pokémon Team Froslass (Ice/Ghost type, can Mega Evolve with Froslassite) Aurorus (Ice/Rock type) Regice (Ice-type Legendary Pokémon)
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Pokémon - Team Rocket/Terminology & Pokémon
I'm putting the descriptions for Jessie, James, and Meowth here because there wasn't enough space!
Pokémon Sun & Moon Z-Move Chant Settings
Exclusive Z-Move lines and sequences for the Pokémon School friends
Pokémon Sun & Moon
Pokémon Additional Information
Usually, Pokémon are carried inside Poké Balls.
Another sunny and warm day on Melemele Island.
Release Date 2026.08.12 / Last Updated 2026.08.12

