Book One

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Ramona

“Net chatter makes repeated mention of ‘Ramona’, a Paldean ‘fortune teller’ who travels the world offering insight and advice to young trainers. Despite many reports of a ‘Ramona’ on the internet no actual evidence of her existence is conclusive. The earliest known report of a purple haired Paldean psychic in Kanto dates back to 1989, as a protestor during the purchase of tracts of Cinnabar Island and then again as a witness to the return of the Lavender Fourteen. If anyone ever manages to get her to stay long enough to chat please send her my details. Given her estimated age in the Cinnabar Island photos she’s probably around 53 years old” –_FissionChips

Owen Brindle

Owen Brindle, a member of the Pokémon Expedition League and close friend of Argento Kessler. Owen was asked to work with Aubrey in excavating and logging the items and Pokémon found in the Underground Waterways which have recently opened in many of the underground passageways in the Kanto region which seemingly link to other regions, giving these areas a vast biodiversity in both flora and fauna. However during one such expedition in Diglett’s Cave South he was injured during an intense Pokémon battle with a Berserk Rhydon and subsequently taken to Celadon City Hospital. Even weeks after the initial injury he lingers in a comatose state though doctors are confident he will recover his full faculties before long.

Supernerd Benjamin

An ex-Rocket Grunt who initially discovered the Diglett Cave South cavern containing the newly revealed Waterway. Despite his claim to finding it the excavation project was handed to Owen Brindle by Argento. Incensed, Benjamin contacted Vincent who offered him a powerful Berserk Pokémon in exchange for Retro Rocket’s access to the cavern.
Benjamin was injured during the escape from the collapsing cave. After recovering he was handed to InterPol to process. Currently incarcerated at Unova Prospekt awaiting trial.

Detective Ashikaga

Like a Growlithe with a bone. He’s never left a case uncracked. Ashikaga was featured as the arresting officer in all but one case in the last three years of InterPol’s records. Records indicates he was responsible for the arrest of several high ranking members of Team Plasma. Known for being a man who does the right thing first and foremost. Despite his arrest records showing a long history in Unova early transfer files indicate he may have originally joined the force in Orre or possibly have been transferred from their ranks to the Unova InterPol branch in the early 2000’s.
“Combat is the Supreme Absolver, Erik. It serves as the blazing forge where genuine heroes are shaped, and salvation is bestowed upon the errant. It’s the singular arena where all individuals truly attain equality, irrespective of their past transgressions.”

P.I. Teruyoshi

An enigmatic young man from Kalos. He once operated as a P.I in Lumiose City for the Looker Bureau. Recently he has departed for greener pastures, having being taken on as a consultant for InterPol at their newly reopened Saffron City branch. He made an immediate splash onto the scene for taking part in a raid on an underground holdout for a group of Team Retro Rocket Admins.
Well regarded for his tenacious attitude and willingness to trade favours.

Sensei Chimon

An ex-Champion of the Pokémon league, originally hailing from Ecruteak City. He studied under the sages in the Bellsprout Tower for two decades before leaving to travel Johto on foot, during this time he studied with various Gym Leaders.
He specialised in Fighting type Pokémon to begin with but found himself stuck in a rut. By chance he encountered a Medicham, as he watched the Pokémon perfectly balance physical and mental power Chimon realised that he, too, could be more than mere muscle.
After years of studying, meditating and soul searching he reached inner balance and perfected his art. He defeated the Elite Four and immediately realised he had reached his peak. With nowhere left to go he walked away from battling for sport. His only remaining goal was to teach those who follow in his footsteps.
Eventually he met Helena and Braxton from Saffron City, a young Psychic type expert and a male Fighting type expert who were bitter rivals. Under his tutelage they became fast friends and co-leaders of the Saffron City Gym.

Shigeo ‘Mr. Psychic’ Chau

“Kanto renowned spokesperson for research into the ESP phenomenon, some say he taught Sabrina, some say he learned from her, others say the student became the master who became the student again. In less trafficked corners of the internet he’s said to be the founder of the /x/ board of 4Chansey. He may or may not be able to read your mind but he can certainly read a room. Known for being a warm and gracious host to many a tired trainer.” _{-Who’s Who Magazine}

Garth

“Globetrotting gem collector, hiker, and self-proclaimed “Fossil Revivalist,” Garth calls Saffron City home, but his heart belongs to the world. Garth has ventured to the highest peaks and lowest valleys across the globe, assembling a spectacular collection of rare gems, minerals and artefacts, many of which can be seen on display at his shop: Geodude Junction: Rocks and Rarities” _{-The Globetrotter’s Journal}

In his spare time Garth enjoys maintaining his Fossil Rejuvenator and offers trainers free fossil revivals.

Dora Vanowen

At first glance, Dora might seem brusque and single-minded, her eyes set only on the treasures of Kanto’s forgotten railway. Beneath her seemingly mercenary exterior is a tender-hearted woman who can’t help but grow affectionate towards those who share her love for steam engines and adventure. Dora is a pillar of strength and resourcefulness, traits that have helped her make a mark in the railway restoration industry. Her current project is the restoration of the Bannetesu Monogatari train, working alongside with her husband Jeth.
Her daughter, Sarabella, is the leader of the Cerulean West Gym.

Jeth Vanowen

Father of Sarabella, husband of Dora and well known automobile enthusiast. If it has wheels he can drive it and if it’s made of metal he can fix it. Well known in the Kanto Tractor Pull circles as the undefeated 15 year champion. Jeth benches 345lbs, putting him in third place amongst his family.

Perri the P.A.

Matthew Kenzo’s tireless Personal Assistant. Despite her cool, detached nature she’s often referred to as ‘the heart of the 24th’ in reference to her appointment on the 24th floor of the Silph Co. tower. Word on the street is that her coffee is terrible but everyone drinks it anyway because it’s made with love. And fourteen sugars.
Seriously injured during a private demonstration of Silph Co.’s latest drone technology.

Maizie Gantetsu

Granddaughter of the venerable Kurt of Azalea Town, Maizie continues in her late grandfather’s footsteps as an Apricorn Smith. Recently her relocation from Johto to Saffron City has caused a minor stir with netizens speculating she has decided to abandon her sleepy, backwater Johto home in favour of seeking fortune in the bright lights of Saffron City. It’s said that between her inherited natural talents and the benefit of modern technology that Maizie can make Apricorn balls the likes of which many have never seen before.
Creator of the Custom Portable Apricorn Kit.

Festival Leader Matsuri

The chosen leader for the Festival Masks for 2017. Matsuri is a well known figure in the Kitakami Caldera due to her tireless defence of Mossui Town from the dangerous Pokémon which occasionally roam the Kitakami Wilds. She is often seen in the company of Huffy, her Charmeleon.

Craftsman Takumi

The scion of the noble woodworking clan of Kitakami. Takumi spent many years honing his craft, however, unlike his forebears Takumi integrated his Pokémon into his craft and has built his team around the mask making process. Despite his humble demeanour Takumi is a skilled battler and frequently joins Matsuri on her expeditions into the wilds.

Yasuhiro

The black Mareep of his family, Yasuhiro eschewed the venerable craft of woodworking in favour of using ash from Mount Oni to create delicate and unique glass blown instruments which conjure up mournful dirges which have unusual effects on the Pokémon which hear them.

Jetter and Roller

Jetter and Roller, the Turbo Twins, hail from the mean streets of Fuchsia City. Despite being proficient battlers in their own right they elect to engage in non-sanctioned league battles due to their preference for non-standard battle methods and Roller’s love for Charjabug racing. They made a name for themselves in the Alolan Koko Circuit and have returned to Kanto to conquer the burgeoning Charjabug racing scene which sprouted in their absence.

Pitch and Tempest

Deploying a selection of man-made Pokemon and stolen, cannibalised Teradrones their battle style is known as Mecha Madness. Having failed their initiation into Retro Rocket at the Saffron Colosseum it remains to be seen what the future holds for Pitch and Tempest.

Wes and Rui

From the scarred and sandblasted region of Orre these trainers arrived in Saffron seeking an audience with Retro Rocket claiming that something was stolen from them by the proliferating organisation.

Professor Rodrick Samanea

“Professor Samanea overtook the position of regional Professor after Professor Oak retired ten years ago. During this time his tenure has been tumultuous, from his involvement in the Lavender Tower Project to the rumours around his research. Some regard him as a lax man, coasting on the income of his position and engaging in infrequent and immaterial research, others regard the Professor as a dangerous man who acts before he thinks.” _{-Cathy Chatwin}
“Last seen departing the Beginners Cup Tournament in Vermillion City on 24/06/2017. If anybody has any information relating to his whereabouts please contact Det. Ashikaga at the Saffron Police HQ.” _{-Interpol Press Release}

Professor Austin Apple

The newest professor taking the role of behavioural psychologist at The Blueberry Academy. His research goal to discern the mystery of why even Pokémon who usually avoid battles are often stronger with trainers of different stripes. Apple has a generally friendly attitude but deceptively hides his battle prowess behind a somewhat cowardly demeanour. Rumour has it that Apple has also been working towards being a gym leader himself but he has emphatically denied this.
Apple has recently been seen with a teenage protégé who aids him in his field research, this obnoxious teen often refers to the Professor as a “complete square”, despite this the two have been inseparable since meeting in Goldenrod City.

Professor ‘Dunsparce’

Real name unknown, this enigmatic Professor has an unparalleled knowledge of the world and the Pokémon species therein. Preferring to let the validity and strength of his findings speak for themselves, he maintains a strict code of anonymity among the Pokémon League officials and amongst his fellow Professors.
His ever present custom crafted mask is modelled after the humble Dunsparce, a Pokémon which he is seldom seen without.
While his research has never proven to be inaccurate he has been embroiled in some controversy during his tenure due to his ardent research into the ‘Emergent Phenomena’ Pokémon which have been hypothesised since the year 2000 but never officially catalogued. Only time will tell if this research will bear fruit.

Argento Kessler

The ‘Iron Philosopher’ leader of the Vermillion Gym. Argento attended university with Professor Samanea where he majored in Philosophy. He is often regarded as the moral compass of Vermillion and a well respected confidante of many high-profile members of Kanto society.
During his five year run as the Vermillion Gym Leader Argento has not once had to fight to defend his title, his ELO rating remains the highest of all Gym Leaders. Many consider him to be the exemplar Gym Leader.
Argento often runs with his ‘Bro Squad’ a collection of fellow fitness enthusiasts who use their Steel Type Pokémon to train their bodies and the local library to train their minds.

Braxton Klein

“Braxton was always a fiery spirit. After training in Johto, he came back to Saffron, his soul burned with the yearning to restore the Fighting Dojo.” –Seth
“Braxton’s pride took a hit when Helena laughed off his challenge. That dumped fuel onto the smouldering ember of resentment. His pride was all he had.” –Eilish
“Braxton couldn’t accept his loss. His impulse got the better of him, and he lashed out at Helena. That was the moment when their rivalry turned into a full-blown feud. And we… we went right along with it” –Chodo
“The day the Dojo burned, I saw Braxton amidst the flames. I’ve never seen a look like that on another man before or since. I’m just glad we got everyone out in time.” –Saffron Chief Fire Officer
“Braxton has grown much. Training alongside Helena, he’s learned patience and strategy. Together, they’ve created a unique fusion of styles in the Saffron Gym, if they’d learned to work together from the beginning they’d be unstoppable. One day, together, they’ll be a match for the entire Elite Four” –Sensei Chimon

Helena Chau

“Helena was a rising star. Uh, is a rising star. When she fairly dismissed Braxton’s challenge with the laughter it deserved, she stirred the Beedrill’s nest in that uncouth thugs heart” –Seth
“The day Braxton attacked Helena, she retaliated in a way none of us could’ve expected. She used her psychic powers to make him release his own Pokémon. We couldn’t interfere…” –Nurse Chloe
“The burning of the Dojo was a disaster that could have been avoided. It marked the climax of our feud, it was thankfully the end of an era.” –Fiona
“I saw potential in Helena before she was even born. I foresaw it all. I knew his return would be the hardest lesson for her to endure and I knew I could not be there to stay to see it. She performed admirably. My gym is safe under its new leadership. And I include both of them in that.” – Former Saffron Gym Leader Sabrina
“Helena’s mastery of her psychic powers is better than ever, perhaps better than Sabrina. Especially now, there’s a balance in her approach. Her combined leadership with Braxton has brought a new dawn for the Saffron City Gym. I am very proud of her.” –Shigeo ‘Mr. Psychic’ Chau
“I did what I could, everything else is up to them…” –Sensei Chimon

Sarabella Vanowen

‘The Pioneering Pilot’. Cerulean City’s Gym Leader, Sarabella, comes alive in the face of adrenaline and high stakes. A true enthusiast, her love for engineering and aeronautics is as boundless as the skies she soars in. Her passion is restoring vintage vehicles, a legacy inherited from her mother.
An indomitable spirit with a personality as vibrant as her hair, Sarabella is a force to be reckoned with. She’s often seen flying over the Cape of Cerulean or with her head under the hood of an old airplane. Only those with equally strong personalities can match her vibrant energy. _{-The Pudgy Pidgey Paper. Article: ‘West Cerulean Airport Opens’}

Professor Aubrey Humboldt

Resembling an 1800’s Galarian explorer, ‘The Relic Hunter’, Aubrey is a revered authority in archaeology known for his inquisitiveness and rigorous approach. Aubrey is often mistaken for an old, lab focussed professor due to his wild white hair and untrimmed beard. He is, however, an explorer at heart and spends time delving into uncharted jungles and deep chasms, chasing the mysteries of prehistory. Recently, he was redirected from exploring underground rivers to investigating the sunken S.S. Anne due to the violent and unexpected sinking off the Vermillion Coast.
Aubrey is known as a man of all seasons with a dogged pursuit of the truth in regards to myths and legends.

Tō Murasaki

‘The Ethereal Warden of Lavender Town’ Enigmatic and aloof he prefers to remain out of the public eye. What is known is that this atypical teenager was born and raised in Lavender Tower and that his mother, Yama Murasaki, was one of the Lavender Fourteen.
Despite many attempts at interviews Tō has declined to give statements to the media about the whispered rumours of an unusual illness found only in those from Lavender Town.

Kiba

Kiba, ‘The Mixologist’, the leader of Fuchsia City Gym. Rarely seen at the gym he is instead found most often at many of the neon-lit, decadent pubs, restaurants and waterfront cocktail bars on the newly constructed Fuchsia Promenade. He embodies the attitude of the renovation attempts of Fuchsia City to be a modern, commercial hub for both the elite and everyday sararīman to recline and relax in the sun kissed southern shores of Kanto.

Arden Weald

The ‘Wilderness Tactician’, Arden runs the Viridian City Gym with the intensity and drive of a boot camp drill instructor.
In his spare time he volunteers at the Viridian City trainers school and teaches burgeoning young adventurers the necessary skills for surviving the rough and tumble life of a Pokémon trainer. Many trainers regularly tune in to his online series of self help lessons on Teachy.TV
Those who know him speak well of his ability to instil valuable lessons into his charges.
Despite his fostering nature he is known for showing no mercy to those who challenge his gym, even the young men and women he once taught as fledglings.
Each of those challengers, even those who never overcame his trials, have praised him for his unwavering loyalty to duty, pride and the principles of the Pokémon League.

Umi Yara

The ‘Eclectic Maverick’ of Pallet Town. Umi strikes a unique figure, despite her vibrant and garish outfits she is often heard before being seen. Umi occupies the position of being the Gym Leader of Pallet Town Gym, founded after the closure of Blaine’s Seafoam Islands location.
In her spare time Umi livestreams footage of her Gym battles on PikachuTube and gives insightful commentary over the actions of the trainers who challenge her, pointing out pros and cons in their strategies.
Many trainers recognise her voice, even if they’ve never seen her face as she also provides the live commentary of the annual Kanto Elite Four challenge.

Jericho

A trainer who can’t be chained to one location, she embodies the spirit of the wind and frequently enjoys mountain climbing, parkour and extreme sports. 

Cassidy

The current head of the Pokémon Ethics League and first time entrant to the Elite Four, Cassidy promises to set an example to those who look up to famous Pokémon trainers the world over.

Tessier

Obsessed with futuristic technology and surpassing the limits of the natural body. Tessier’s family invested heavily in Silph Co. during the economic boom of the late 1980’s and has been repaid for their faith and generosity several times over.

Sirius

A potential astronaut whose dreams of leading the Kanto team aboard the Multi-League Earth Orbit Platform were destroyed due to the loss of the Cerulean space platform. With nothing else to cling to he turned his titanic focus to Pokémon battling and rose quickly through the ranks. 

???

The reigning Champion of the Pokemon League is currently unknown, as per tradition. This individual surpassed the challenges of the Eight Gym Leaders and the Elite Four, marking them as potentially the most formidable Pokemon Trainer in Kanto, and possibly, the globe. Their identity will be unveiled upon the arrival of the first challenger who defeats the Elite Four.

Harbin Chevalier

Harbin Chevalier is a well known figure in the international sport of Rhyhorn Racing, especially in Kalos. Every sports enthusiast in Kalos would recognise his voice, if not his face, as the signature sound of eager commentary.
Harbin lives in the countryside near Santalune City with his wife Aurelie and their son Francois.
Recent applications for planning permission indicate Harbin may be in the stages of building some kind of menagerie.

Aurelie Chevalier

Aurelie Chevalier, what can be said for the woman who has everything? A doting husband, an attentive, well regarded son and one of the finest businesses in Lumiose City on the exceptionally well travelled and affluent Vernal Avenue ensure she never has a dull minute.
Her son, Francois, recently began making his own waves by travelling internationally to compete in the Kanto Beginner’s Cup. Despite allegations all officials maintain his invitation was legitimate. Wisely, Aurelie has refused to speak to the media regarding her son.

Jose Hernandez

Many years ago Jose Hernandez opened a vineyard using his father’s farmland near Cortondo using his three prized Shuckles to make small batches of high-end wines which are known worldwide for their potent flavour and robust texture.
He often goes north of the border into Kalos for trade shows and business meetings leaving Lupita to oversee the farm. His business trips are so frequent that it is said that Lupita is the one that does most of the work. He wears a mask of old-school Paldean machismo to make up for his short stature but in reality, deep down, he is a nervous wreck.

Lupita Hernandez

Lupita Hernandez met Jose Hernandez at an auction where they were in a bidding war for a bushel of berries until Jose noticed who he was bidding with and rescinded his bid in exchange for a date with Lupita and the rest was history.
Lupita is a certified accountant and manages the finances of the businesses. On the surface, she seems to be a submissive housewife working in her husband’s business to show support but in reality, much like a queen of old, she is the one doing most of the work running their winery while Jose is away and carries most of the workload. The submissiveness is mostly just an act to accommodate her husbands innate desire to be a strong patriarch for the Hernandez family.

Extended Hernandez/Moreno Family

Jose’s Family
Uncle Florentino, a mechanic, spends his days maintaining cars and motorcycles.
Florentino is married to Martina Hernandez who is an auctioneer, they have an older son named Javier Hernandez and two daughters named Maribel and Luz Hernandez both middle and youngest respectively. They also are students at the academy.
Uncle Alejandro, her namesake, is a janitor at Naranja academy,
Alejandro Hernandez has a wife named Silvia Hernandez who works in food service for the schools, they have one son named Francisco Hernandez. 
Her grandfather, Antonio Hernandez, is a retired a farmer in Cortondo, husband to Carmen Hernandez. They still live at the old farmstead which is being used by Jose as a the family’s vineyard.

Lupita’s Family 
Juanita, an eccentric, unmarried, childless, middle aged aunt of Alejandra. She is well known for working on the GPS app of the earliest versions of the RotomPhone among other technological innovations. This fondness for technology seems to have rubbed off on her niece. 
Esmeralda, grandmatriarch of the Moreno family, who is a retired librarian and widow of Jorge Moreno who is sadly no longer with us.

Koana Longfish

Koana Longfish is the jolly patriarch of the Longfish family and the head of Longfish Scrap and Salvage. Koana went played three years of Unovan football for the Nimbassa City Sawsbucks, he could have gone pro however a career ending injury happened at around the same time he married Mikassa and so he was chose instead take over the business owned by his father, Logan Longfish.
Koana lives in a mansion near Malie City with his sons, their wives, and their children.
Despite the criminal actions of Erik’s foolish youth Koana’s devotion and encouragement of his son never wavered, he could see that deep down Erik had a good heart.

Mikassa Longfish

Mikassa Longfish was a well known name in the community for her unparalleled singing and dancing abilities, performing at some of the finest venues of the day.
Her larger career took a backfoot when her first son Erik (31) was born with her subsequent sons ,the twins Keanu and Kai (29), Yasahito (26), and finally Koana Jr. (22).
Mikassa sadly passed away from years of failing health at the age of 46.
Her last moments saw her sons gathered around to say their final goodbyes. Mikassa Longfish, gone but never forgotten. (1966-2012)

Kenichi Toriyake

The proud owner of the Tin Tauros, a venerable storefront of Fuchsia City dating back generations. Known for its tantalising deals and delicious stock, offering the finest cuts in Kanto. Despite facing adversity through the urbanisation of Fuchsia the Toriyake clan came out on top. The revelation of their eldest sons inclusion in the Team Rocket incident tarnished their familial reputation, leaving an indelible mark on their dynasty.

Miyako Toriyake

The only child of the Hoshikawa’s and heiress to the largest ranch on the outskirts of Fuchsia.
Tensions flared briefly between the two venerable clans after she married into the Toriyake family however things eventually settled down.
Despite facing disapproval from her family, her love for Kenichi and her boys held fast and the four of them made it through many years of tough social opposition.

Koichi Toriyake

A troubled young man with a history of bad decisions. Koichi found himself involved in Team Rocket incident in the 90’s before exiting the organisation after the assault on Lavender Tower.
After travelling the world to escape his reputation he ended up in Alola working in scrappers yard with his younger brother, Kenji.
After returning to Kanto he founded the Route Five Team Restoration Rocket Day Care Ranch to make amends for the damage he and his compatriots caused.
He recently tragically vanished after a fire of unknown origin overtook the ranch.
Missing presumed dead.

Koichi Toriyake.
1980-2017.
Loving son, brother and exemplar of contrition.

Were time in the abundance of our youth
When days stretched out like plains to the horizon
I’d see an endless space, await the truth
Of outcomes that…
_{Vermillion Daily Obituaries}

Kaito Toriyake

Kaito Toriyake, errant member of the Toriyake clan. The younger brother of Kenichi Toriyake and uncle to Kenji and Koichi Toriyake.
Seemingly born to travel the seas Kaito’s rarely seen on dry land, but when he returns to the docks he’s well known as a prodigious battler and spinner of tall tales.
His claim to fame is clearing up to five of the Indigo League gyms and being well on his way to facing down the Elite Four before he heard the call of the ocean.

Matthew Kenzo

“A renowned Silph Co researcher turned middle manager. Despite his deep appreciation and knowledge of Pokéball technology Matthew has never actually made any effort to become a Pokémon trainer. Some speculate this is due to ethical concerns however it should be noted that both his wife and child are Pokémon trainers who with some renown. Father of Unovan Underdog, Felix Kenzo! Wife of Alicia Kenzo-Mari, fans of old League challenge tapes will no doubt recognise the name. Affectionately known as the Pokéball Professor. (Especially by me! Look out for my upcoming article on his research)” _{-Millie Merryweather}

Alicia Kenzo-Mari

“The Furious Fairy Fighter. Once a challenger for Champion of the Unova region, now a successful business woman and titan of commerce. Voted one of Unova’s most influential members of high society. Despite hanging up her challenger gloves, don’t be fooled, she’s still an enormously talented trainer and uses the same skills she learned in the arena in all other areas of her life. She is on record as saying “Git gud, son, that’s how the best trainers do it” to her son, Felix, during a sparring bout.” _{-If You Know, Unova Magazine}

Krystal Winsmore

Enigmatic. Known tarot card reader and mother of ‘Sinnoh Speculative’ Timmy Winsmore. Krystal prefers to stay out of the limelight.

Olivier Benoit

A once up and coming young trainer from Kalos, Olivier faced down adversity and looked the elite of our society square in the eye and never once backed down. Olivier is known for his passion in regards to social equality.
He recently took part in the annual Beginner’s Cup in Vermillion City but did not make it to the semi-finals. He has since made a name for himself by being featured in the very first article of the Chatty Chatot.
Recently, Olivier was seen teaming up with other young prodigy, Alicia Hernandez, to take on the Vermillion Gym.
Internet chatter speculates a fierce rivalry with Francois Chevalier however his recent expulsion from the Kalos Battle Institute means this rivalry must now move from the schoolyard to the streets.

Alicia Hernandez

Not much is known about Alicia Hernandez save that she is a fierce battler and has a driven, type-A personality. If you see her Phanpy you’ve caught her in a good mood, if you see her Tauros you should probably run.
She was previously pipped to be a contestant in the Vermillion Beginner’s Cup but for reasons unknown decided not to show.
Alicia recently acquired the Wingnut Badge from Vermillion City, last seen heading to Lavender Town to “see what all this fuss is about”

“It is pronounced ‘Ah-li-see-ah, not A-lee-sha, idiot” _{-The girl in question}

Makani Keiko

One time contender for the title of Champion in Alola and founder of the international Pokémon Welfare Organisation. Keiko is often cited as the prototypical standard of excellence among Pokémon trainers. His reputation for even handed and fairly meted out justice as a champion for the rights of abused Pokémon is well known to members of the Pokémon Ethics League, InterPol and the Pokémon League.

Despite his earnest and eager personality there are some who express concern that Makani has spent too long at the forefront of welfare for abused Pokémon and his experiences are wearing down his once jovial and easy going nature.

Unrevealed

Sheldon Takahiro

A driven young man from Unova where he attended the Striaton School of Pokémon. Recently travelled to Kanto to take part in the Indigo League. Some rumours persist this is due to his feeling slighted for not receiving an invite to the Beginner’s Cup event however Sheldon has repeatedly denied this.
He recently enrolled as a pupil under Sensei Chimon of the Chimon School on the outskirts of Saffron City although when pressed for information Braxton, Helena and Argento have all denied having any kind of relationship with the young man despite his recent somewhat surprising wins in their respective gyms.
Rumoured to be fierce rivals with Unovan Underdog Felix Kenzo although when pressed for information on this Sheldon denied ever having met Felix despite being students at the same school.

Unrevealed

Kenny Takahashi

“The owner of the Vermillion Pokemart and tech repair store. And nothing else. No sir, no elite hackers here.” _{-FissionChips}

Nurses

“After the retirement of the Joy Program the Pokémon League of Ethics determined that the best way to maintain Trainer/Pokémon cohesion while observing the welfare of Pokémon and was to return to the tried and true methods of medical aid administered by an unaltered, registered nurse. (But if that’s true why do they all still have pink hair? I’m telling you, they never closed the program they just renamed it)” _{-FissionChips}

Team Restoration Rocket

Team Restoration Rocket, a collection of repentant former Team Rocket members. They seek to balance their past transgressions with acts of kindness and have since set up an array of Pokémon Day Care Ranches across Kanto and Johto. These reformed individuals use their second chance to provide love and support to desperate and abandoned Pokémon. They have allied themselves with Mr. Fuji’s compassionate protégés from Lavender Town, enhancing their outreach and impact. Shadowed by guilt and remorse, they see their mission as a form of healing. Despite their best intentions, it is strongly suspected that traitors loyal to Team Rocket continue to lurk within the ranks, potentially jeopardizing the Redemption Rocket mission.

Looker Bureau

The Looker Bureau, situated in the heart of Lumiose City, is a Private Detective agency dedicated to maintaining law and order. This bureau is led by the enigmatic ex-InterPol Detective Looker and aims to solve mysteries and tackle crimes that threaten the realm of Pokémon and trainers alike.

InterPol

InterPol is a law enforcement agency that operates globally across various regions. They are dedicated to maintaining law and order, solving crimes, and preserving peace. InterPol are known for dealing with significant incidents such as those involving prominent criminal organisations. Their tasks often involve investigations into serious crimes and infiltration of criminal syndicates. InterPol is always recruiting as their turnover rate is one of the highest in any industry. The hours are long and the pay is insufficient but justice is it’s own reward. Allegedly.

The Fabled Pokémon Society

A well renowned and well funded organisation which splintered from the original Pokémon Fan Club. The Fabled Pokémon Society consists of zealous Pokémaniacs driven by a fascination with ‘Legendary’ Pokémon.
This group of enthusiasts indulges diverse ideas regarding these legendary entities and harbours sometimes misguided hopes of making monumental discoveries.
The Society adopts a hierarchical model for its members based on their knowledge depth, significant findings, and overall contributions. This allows for possible upward mobility, with titles such as Lorekeepers, Mythologists, or Legendary Scholars attributed to distinguished members.
To fulfil the shared dream of finding ‘Legendary’ Pokémon, the Society organises research expeditions to sites of potential significance. These targeted locations vary from historical ruins to hidden caves, from sacred grounds to uncharted terrains, in hopes of evidencing or encountering these elusive Pokémon.

The Outline

A splinter cell of the original Team Rocket who are looking to bring back the glory days of the past, they’re a mafia like organisation who hero worship Giovanni and think of Silver as a prodigal son. They seemingly emerged from nowhere with rare Pokémon and prototype technology. Team Retro Rocket have rapidly become a shadow looming over the Kanto region.

Leader Delta

A veteran of the original Team Rocket, he led the Lavender Tower raid in 1996 with Koichi and Vincent under his command. Delta is also known, infamously, for the Marowak massacre during the same incident. Later, he revived Team Rocket under a new banner, Team Retro Rocket, he leads their efforts to reclaim control over Kanto. A growing number of online commenters in the Kanto/Johto region have mentioned being approached by someone matching his description, offering them the opportunity to wield powerful Pokémon beyond measure.

Admin Stratos

No nonsense and hard nosed. Lucia worked with Koichi at the Day Care Ranch as a fellow Retro Rocket infiltrator. During an altercation with Koichi, who was seemingly trying to leave Team Retro Rocket, the argument escalated into an explosive Pokémon battle that reduced the Ranch to splinters and cinders. Admin Stratos demonstrates a much less restrained killer instinct than her compatriots. She generally prefers the company of her Pokémon over that of other humans.

Admin Jetstream

Enigmatic and mysterious, Jetstream doesn’t often speak and when he does he commands attention. Despite his fierce loyalty to Delta he has never revealed his face to any member of Retro Rocket. Easily the most crafty member of Retro Rocket with advanced training in the arts of the shinobi. Not to be underestimated.

Admin Nimbus

The scientific lead of Retro Rocket, Nimbus is behind the worst of the experiments, including the genetic and chemical experiments on Abra’s, the attempts to recreate and upgrade the Simulated Battle Ball technology that Retro Rocket got their hands on, integrating SBB tech into the stolen Silph Co. turret pseudoballs and attempting to rework old Team Rocket and Team Snagem technology to utilise against trainers.
Even experts are perplexed by her style of programming, considering it the work of either a lunatic or a genius.

Vincent

Despite not being a fully fledged member of Team Retro Rocket Vincent was still a keen participant looking to earn himself an Admin title. His role mostly involved doing their dirty work such as providing a catastrophic distraction aboard the ill-fated S.S. Anne and attempting to wrest control of the Diglett’s Cave Underwater Waterway from Silph Co. sponsored Pokemon Expedition League encampment. Unfortunately, before his plans for Adminship could come to fruition he was caught by Detective Ashikaga of InterPol and his deputised trainers. Vincent decided to walk away from Retro Rocket and turn informant once Ashikaga offered to do anything within his power to aid his beloved Rhydon in recovering from his grievous wounds.
Despite his rough nature and violent actions he cares deeply about his Pokémon and is working with Silph Co. to undo the damage of the SBB. However whether this is out of genuine remorse or as a means of reducing his sentence is yet to be seen.

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