Hisui Inspiration Index

Pokemon: Legends Arceus is an action role-playing game released on the Nintendo Switch in January 2022 as part of Generation VIII. The game takes place in the Hisui Region, a variant of the modern-day Sinnoh Region based on the island of Hokkaido during early Japanese colonization.
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Etymology: The Hisui Region is named after the Japanese word for the color jade green or the Japanese word for 'hidden and profound'.
== Pokemon ==
=== Hisuian Decidueye ===
General Information: Hisuian Decidueye is a Grass/Fighting-type Regional Variant of the Alola Pokemon numbered 003 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves from Dartrix starting at Level 36.
Motifs: Owl, Samurai Archer
The owl is a type of bird hailing from the Strigiformes order. They are characterized as nocturnal birds of prey with an upright stance. Common culture has associated the owl with wisdom and intellect. Their name is derived from the German word "Eule", which is based on the signature "hoo" sound that owls are known for making.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends Arceus, Hisuian Decidueye is primarily obtained by fully evolving Rowlet.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Decidueye first appears as the 82nd card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Hisuian Typhlosion ===
General Information: Hisuian Typhlosion is a Fire/Ghost-type Regional Variant of the Johto Pokemon numbered 006 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves from Quilava starting at Level 36.
Motifs: Porcupine, Psychopomp
Porcupines are a broad category of large rodents belonging to the Hystricognathi infraorder. They are known for being covered in sharp spines, also known as quills, that they use to ward off predators. Their name derives from Latin and roughly means 'pig spine'.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Typhlosion is primarily obtained by fully evolving Cyndaquil.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Typhlosion first appears as the 52nd card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Hisuian Samurott ===
General Information: Hisuian Samurott is a Water/Dark-type Regional Variant of the Unova Pokemon numbered 009 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves from Dewott starting at Level 36.
Motifs: Sea Otter, Ronin
The sea otter (enhydra lutris) is a marine mammal that lives on the coasts of the northern and eastern Pacific Ocean. While sea otters are capable of walking on land, they are capable of living in the ocean alone.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Samurott is primarily obtained by fully evolving Oshawott.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Samurott first appears as the 100th card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Wyrdeer ===
General Information: Wyrdeer (known as "Ayashishi" in Japan) is a Normal/Psychic-type Pokemon numbered 050 in the Hisui Pokedex and 899 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Stantler, obtained when Stantler uses Agile Style Psyshield Bash at least 20 times.
Motif: Reindeer
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Wyrdeer is obtained during Mass Outbreaks in the Obsidian Fieldlands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Wyrdeer first appears as the 69th card in the Astral Radiance set.
Etymology
* Wyrdeer's name is a combination of "wyrd" (the Anglo-Saxon concept equivalent to fate or destiny), "weird", and "deer".
* Wyrdeer's Japanese name is based on "ayashii" (a Japanese word for something weird or strange) and "shishi-odoshi".
=== Kleavor ===
General Information: Kleavor (known as "Basagiri" in Japan) is a Bug/Rock-type Pokemon numbered 073 in the Hisui Pokedex and 900 in the National Pokedex. It is an evolved form of Scyther, obtained when exposed to a Black Augurite item.
Motifs: Dead Leaf Mantis, Obsidian
Kleavor's design might be inspired by the Japanese idiom "toro no ono" (literally meaning 'mantis' axe') which describes a courageous but doomed resistance.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Kleavor is found during Mass Outbreaks in the Obsidian Fieldlands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Kleavor first appears as the 85th card in the Astral Radiance set.
Etymology
* Kleavor's name is a corruption of the word "cleaver" and might also involve "razor" and "ore".
* Kleavor's Japanese name is based on "bassari" (a Japanese word meaning 'with a single stroke'), "basara" (a Japanese term used during medieval Japan for the disregard for higher ranks), "masakari" (the Japanese word for a broadaxe), and "kamakiri" (the Japanese word for a mantis).
=== Hisuian Qwilfish ===
General Information: Hisuian Qwilfish is a Dark/Poison-type Regional Variant of the Johto Pokemon numbered 084 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves into Overqwil when leveled up while knowing the move Barb Barrage.
Motif: Pufferfish
Tetraodontidae is a family of toxic marine fish that are known for their ability to inflate their body to massive sizes and their spike-covered bodies. Common names for species in this family include pufferfish and blowfish.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Qwilfish is found in the Obsidian Fieldlands and Cobalt Coastlands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Qwilfish first appears as the 88th card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Overqwil ===
General Information: Overqwil (known as "Hariman" in Japan) is a Dark/Poison-type Pokemon numbered 085 in the Hisui Pokedex and 904 in the National Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Hisuian Qwilfish.
Motif: Pufferfish
Tetraodontidae is a family of toxic marine fish that are known for their ability to inflate their body to massive sizes and their spike-covered bodies. Common names for species in this family include pufferfish and blowfish.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Overqwil is found during Mass Outbreaks in the Cobalt Coastlands.
Etymology
* Overqwil's name is a combination of "overkill" and "quill".
* Overqwil's Japanese name is based on "harisenbon" (the Japanese word for the porcupinefish) and "man" (the Japanese word for ten thousand).
=== Hisuian Lilligant ===
General Information: Hisuian Lilligant is a Grass/Fighting-type Regional Variant of the Unova Pokemon numbered 094 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Petilil, obtained when exposed to a Sun Stone item.
Motifs: Lily, Ballerina
Lilium, commonly known as the lily, is a genus of flowering plants of the Liliaceae family native to the Northern Hemisphere.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Lilligant can be obtained during Mass Outbreaks in the Crimson Mirelands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Lilligant first appears as the 16th card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Ursaluna ===
General Information: Ursaluna (known as "Gachiguma" in Japan) is a Ground/Normal-type Pokemon numbered 114 in the Hisui Pokedex and 901 in the National Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Ursaring, obtained when exposed to a Peat Block item during a full moon.
Motifs: Ussuri Brown Bear, Lunar Eclipse
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Ursaluna is found during Mass Outbreaks in the Crimson Mirelands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Ursaluna first appears as the 124th card in the Astral Radiance set.
Etymology
* Ursaluna's name is a combination of "ursa" (the Latin word for a bear) and "luna" (the Latin word for the moon).
* Ursaluna's Japanese name is based on "gachirin" (the Japanese word for a round moon) and "kuma" (the Japanese word for a bear).
=== Hisuian Sliggoo ===
General Information: Hisuian Sliggoo is a Steel/Dragon-type Regional Variant of the Kalos Pokemon numbered 116 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Goomy and evolves into Hisuian Goodra starting at Level 50 during rain or fog.
Motif: Snail
The snail is a term applied to gastropods mollusk that have a spiral shell in which its whole body can retreated into. It is know for moving slowly and as such is used as a metaphor for anything that is lazy or moves very slowly. It's name derives from the Old English word "snægal" and the German word "Schnecke".
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Sliggoo is found in the Crimson Mirelands and Coronet Highlands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Sliggoo first appears as the 133rd card in the Lost Origin set.
=== Hisuian Goodra ===
General Information: Hisuian Goodra is a Steel/Dragon-type Regional Variant of the Kalos Pokemon numbered 117 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the final evolved form of Goomy.
Motif: Snail
The snail is a term applied to gastropods mollusk that have a spiral shell in which its whole body can retreated into. It is know for moving slowly and as such is used as a metaphor for anything that is lazy or moves very slowly. It's name derives from the Old English word "snægal" and the German word "Schnecke".
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Goodra is found in the Crimson Mirelands and Coronet Highlands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Goodra first appears as the 134th card in the Lost Origin set.
=== Hisuian Growlithe ===
General Information: Hisuian Growlithe is a Fire/Rock-type Regional Variant of the Kanto Pokemon numbered 150 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves into Hisuian Arcanine when exposed to a Fire Stone item.
Motifs: Shisa, Chinese Guardian Lion
Shisa are a traditional Ryukyuan cultural artifact based on the Chinese guardian lion seen as a cross between a lion and a dog. They are kept in pairs in front of buildings due to the belief that they are capable of warding off evil spirits.
The Chinese guardian lion is a statue placed near the entrance of a building to protect it from harmful spirits and people. They are known as "shishi" in both China and Japan, "Sư tử đá" in Vietnam, "Komainu" in Japan and "Haetae" in Korea.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Growlithe can be found in the Cobalt Coastlands, specifically at Windbreak Stand and the Veilstone Cape.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Growlithe first appears as the 70th card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Hisuian Arcanine ===
General Information: Hisuian Arcanine is a Fire/Rock-type Regional Variant of the Kanto Pokemon numbered 151 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Hisuian Growlithe.
Motifs: Shisa, Xiezhi
Shisa are a traditional Ryukyuan cultural artifact based on the Chinese guardian lion seen as a cross between a lion and a dog. They are kept in pairs in front of buildings due to the belief that they are capable of warding off evil spirits.
The Xiezhi is a mythical creature of East Asian mythology which originates from China. It resembles an ox or goat and is seen as a symbol of justice to the belief that it can innately distinguish between the good and evil in people. In Japan, it is known as a "kaichi" or "shin'yo" (divine sheep) and resembles a one-horned lion. In Korea, it is known as the "haetae" and is seen as a mixture between a unicorn and a lion.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Arcanine can be found during Mass Outbreaks in the Cobalt Coastlands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Arcanine first appears as the 71st card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Basculegion ===
General Information: Basculegion (known as "Idaitou" in Japan) is a Water/Ghost-type Pokemon numbered 167 in the Hisui Pokedex and 902 in the National Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Basculin, obtained when the White-Striped variant levels up after losing at least 294 HP from recoil damage.
Motif: Salmon, Largemouth Bass
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Basculegion is found in the Cobalt Coastlands during Mass Outbreaks.
* In the Trading Card Game, Basculegion first appears as the 44th card in the Astral Radiance set.
Etymology
* Basculegion's name is a combination of "Basculin" and "legion" (defined as 'an army or vast amount of people').
* Basculegion's Japanese name is based on "idai" (a Japanese word for something great), "aitou" (a Japanese word for mourning), and "itou" (the Japanese word for the Sakhalin taimen species of salmon found in Japan).
=== Hisuian Voltorb ===
General Information: Hisuian Voltorb is an Electric/Grass-type Regional Variant of the Kanto Pokemon numbered 192 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves into Hisuian Electrode when exposed to a Leaf Stone item.
Motif: Mimic
The Mimic is a fictional monster created for the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game. It is a creature that can disguise itself as any object, most commonly depicted as hiding as a treasure chest to trick wandering adventurers. The popularity of Dungeons & Dragons has established the Mimic as a staple of modern fantasy works.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Voltorb can be found in the Coronet Highlands, specifically the Celestica Ruins and the Sacred Plaza.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Voltorb first appears as the 2nd card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Hisuian Electrode ===
General Information: Hisuian Electrode is an Electric/Grass-type Regional Variant of the Kanto Pokemon numbered 193 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Hisuian Voltorb.
Motif: Mimic
The Mimic is a fictional monster created for the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game. It is a creature that can disguise itself as any object, most commonly depicted as hiding as a treasure chest to trick wandering adventurers. The popularity of Dungeons & Dragons has established the Mimic as a staple of modern fantasy works.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Electrode can be found in the Coronet Highlands during Mass Outbreaks.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Electrode first appears as the 3rd card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Hisuian Sneasel ===
General Information: Hisuian Sneasel is a Fighting/Poison-type Regional Variant of the Johto Pokemon numbered 202 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves into Sneasler when leveled up while holding a Razor Claw item during the day.
Motif: Kamaitachi
The Kamaitachi (Stance Sword or Sickle Weasel) is a creature originating from the Koshin'etsu region of Japan. The creature is commonly depicted in modern culture as a weasel with a pair of sharp blades for arms. Most legends depict them as riding on wind currents like a flying squirrel and slicing at objects and people as it passes them by.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Sneasel is found in the Coronet Highlands and Alabaster Icelands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Sneasel first appears as the 92nd card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Sneasler ===
General Information: Sneasler (known as "Onyura" in Japan) is a Fighting/Poison-type Pokemon numbered 203 in the Hisui Pokedex and 903 in the National Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Hisuian Sneasel.
Motifs: Kamaitachi, Onyudo, Ninja
The Kamaitachi (Stance Sword or Sickle Weasel) is a creature originating from the Koshin'etsu region of Japan. The creature is commonly depicted in modern culture as a weasel with a pair of sharp blades for arms. Most legends depict them as riding on wind currents like a flying squirrel and slicing at objects and people as it passes them by.
A ninja, known in Japan as the shinobi, is a mercenary from feudal Japan trained in the art of espionage. Though proper shinobi are recorded as being established during the Sengoku period (15th century Japan), their precursors could have existed as early as the 12th century. The Japanese Meiji Restoration of 1868 led to ninjas becoming a topic of mystery and intrigue, which has since spread into popular culture worldwide. The modern perception is based more on the legends and folklore surrounding them rather than actual history. The words ninja and shinobi actually are based on different readings of the same kanji which can be roughly translated as 'sneaking person'.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Sneasler is found in the Coronet Highlands during Mass Outbreaks.
* In the Trading Card Game, Sneasler first appears as the 93rd card in the Astral Radiance set.
Etymology
* Sneasler's name is a combination of "Sneasel" and "ruler".
* Sneasler's Japanese name is based on "onyudo" and "Nyura" (the Japanese name for Sneasel).
=== Hisuian Avalugg ===
General Information: Hisuian Avalugg is an Ice/Rock-type Regional Variant of the Kalos Pokemon numbered 216 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Bergmite, obtained starting at Level 37.
Motifs: Glacier, Snowplow
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Avalugg is found in the Alabaster Icelands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Avalugg first appears as the 48th card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Hisuian Zorua ===
General Information: Hisuian Zorua is a Normal/Ghost-type Regional Variant of the Unova Pokemon numbered 219 in the Hisui Pokedex. It evolves into Hisuian Zoroark starting at Level 30.
Motifs: Kitsune, Vengeful Ghost
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Zorua is found in the Alabaster Icelands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Zorua first appears as the 75th card in the Lost Origin set.
=== Hisuian Zoroark ===
General Information: Hisuian Zoroark is a Normal/Ghost-type Regional Variant of the Unova Pokemon numbered 220 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Hisuian Zorua.
Motifs: Kitsune, Werewolf, Vengeful Ghost
The werewolf is a legendary creature originating from European folklore. They are ordinary humans who transform into a wolf-like monster when exposed to the light of a full moon.
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Zoroark is found in the Alabaster Icelands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Zoroark first appears as the 76th card in the Lost Origin set.
=== Hisuian Braviary ===
General Information: Hisuian Braviary is a Psychic/Flying-type Regional Variant of the Unova Pokemon numbered 222 in the Hisui Pokedex. It is the evolved form of Rufflet, obtained starting at Level 54.
Motif: Stellar's Sea Eagle
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Braviary is found in the Alabaster Icelands.
* In the Trading Card Game, Hisuian Braviary first appears as the 132nd card in the Astral Radiance set.
=== Enamorus ===
General Information: Enamorus (known as "Rabutorosu" in Japan) is a Fairy/Flying-type Legendary Pokemon numbered 234 in the Hisui Pokedex and 905 in the National Pokedex who is a member of the Forces of Nature.
Motifs: Ugajin (Incarnate Form), Black Tortoise (Therian Form)
Appearances
* In Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Enamorus is found in the Crimson Mirelands, specifically in the Scarlet Bog.
* In the Trading Card Game, Enamorus first appears as the 67th card in the Crown Zenith set.
Etymology
* Enamorus' name is a combination of "enamor", "amorous", and "Aeolus" (the ruler of the winds in Greek mythology).
* Enamorus' Japanese name is based on "rabu to rosu" (love and loss) and "Aiolos" (the Greek name for Aeolus).
== Characters ==
Many of the characters in Pokemon Legends: Arceus are ancestors of various other characters in Pokemon history.
=== Rei ===
General Information: Rei (known as "Teru" in Japan) is the male player character in Pokemon Legends: Arceus. He appears as an NPC if the player chooses his female counterpart as their avatar.
Descendant: Lucas (Sinnoh Male Protagonist)
Etymology
* Rei's name is inspired by the phrase "ray of light".
* Rei's Japanese name is based on a Japanese verb meaning 'to shine'.
=== Akari ===
General Information: Akari (known as "Sho" in Japan) is the female player character in Pokemon Legends: Arceus. She appears as an NPC if the player chooses her male counterpart as their avatar.
Descendant: Dawn (Sinnoh Female Protagonist)
Etymology
* Akari's name is inspired by a Japanese word meaning 'light'.
* Akari's Japanese name is based on a reading of a Japanese kanji meaning 'shine'.
=== Professor Laventon ===
General Information: Professor Laventon (known as "Dr. Laven" in Japan) is the Pokemon Professor of the Hisui Region. His research focuses on Pokemon modes of life.
Etymology: Professor Laventon's name (in both English and Japanese) is inspired by lavender.
=== Kamado ===
General Information: Kamado (known as "Denboku" in Japan) is the Commander of the Galaxy Team. His main partner is Snorlax.
Descendant: Professor Rowan (Johto Pokemon Professor)
Etymology
* Kamado's name is inspired by "nanakamado", the Japanese name for Professor Rowan which is the Japanese word for the Japanese rowan tree.
* Kamado's Japanese name is based on "raidenboku" (an alternate name for the Japanese rowan).
=== Cyllene ===
General Information: Cyllene (known as "Shimaboshi" in Japan) is the Captain of the Galaxy Team's Survey Corps. Her main partner is Abra.
Descendant: Cyrus (Team Galactic)
Etymology
* Cyllene's name is inspired by "Selene" (the goddess of the Moon in Greek mythology) and/or "Cyllene" (a moon of Jupiter).
* Cyllene's Japanese name is based on "shimaboshi" (a Japanese poetic name for the Moon).
=== Zisu ===
General Information: Zisu (known as "Perilla" in Japan) is the Captain of the Galaxy Team's Security Corps. Her main partners are Hisuian Zoroark (in the Training Grounds) and Infernape (on the Path of Tenacity.
Descendant: Flint (Sinnoh Elite Four)
Etymology
* Zisu's name is inspired by the Chinese word for Perilla.
* Zisu's Japanese name is based on Perilla, matching Flint's Japanese name being a reference to a variety of perilla.
=== Beni ===
General Information: Beni (known as "Mube" in Japan) is the owner of the Wallflower (Galaxy Team's local food shop). His main partners are Gardevoir and Gallade.
Descendant: Wally (Hoenn Rival)
Etymology
* Beni's name is inspired by "beni-imo" (the Japanese word for the ube).
* Beni's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for the Japanese Staunton vine.
=== Choy ===
General Information: Choy (known as "Taisai" in Japan) is the owner of the Jubilife General Store.
Descendant: Charon (Team Galactic)
Etymology
* Choy's name is inspired by bok choy.
* Choy's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for bok choy.
=== Anthe ===
General Information: Anthe (known as "Sharon" in Japan) is the owner of the Jubilife Clothing Store.
Descendant: Darach (Sinnoh Frontier Brain)
Etymology
* Anthe's name is inspired by "anthe" (the Ancient Greek word for flowers).
* Anthe's Japanese name is based on the rose of Sharon.
=== Colza ===
General Information: Colza (known as "Nabana" in Japan) is the head of the Galaxy Team's Agriculture Corps.
Descendant: Gardenia (Sinnoh Gym Leader)
Etymology
* Colza's name is inspired by another name for rapeseed.
* Colza's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for rape blossoms, matching Gardenia's Japanese name referencing rapeseed.
=== Sanqua ===
General Information: Sanqua (known as "Sazanka" in Japan) is the head of Galaxy Team's Construction Corps.
Descendant: Karen (Johto Elite Four), Clair (Johto Gym Leader)
Etymology
* Sanqua's name is inspired by sasanqua.
* Sanqua's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for sasanqua camellia.
=== Tao Hua ===
General Information: Tao Hua (known as "Taohua" in Japan) is the head of the Galaxy Team's Supply Corps.
Etymology: Tao Hua's name (in both English and Japanese) is based on the Chinese word for the peach blossom.
=== Pesselle ===
General Information: Pesselle (known as "Kine" in Japan) is the head of the Galaxy Team's Medical Corps.
Descendant: Mira (Sinnoh Stats Trainer)
Etymology
* Pesselle's name is inspired by pestle, a tool used in preparing medicine.
* Pesselle's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for the pestle.
=== Rye ===
General Information: Rye (known as "Haku" in Japan) is a villager in Jubilife. His main partner is Lucario.
Descendant: Riley (Sinnoh Trainer)
Etymology
* Rye's name is inspired by rye.
* Rye's Japanese name is based on "hakumai" (the Japanese word for white rice), mirroring Riley's Japanese name referencing brown rice.
=== Adaman ===
General Information: Adaman (known as "Seki" in Japan) is the leader of the Diamond Clan. His main partner is Leafeon.
Descendant: Perrin (Scarlet and Violet DLC)
Etymology
* Adaman's name is inspired by "adamant" (an archaic term for diamond).
* Adaman's Japanese name is based on "kongoseki" (the Japanese word for a diamond).
=== Mai ===
General Information: Mai (known as "Yone" in Japan) is a Warden of the Diamond Clan who oversees the Noble Wyrdeer. Her main partner is a Munchlax.
Descendant: Marley (Sinnoh Stats Trainer)
Etymology
* Mai's name is inspired by "mai" (the Japanese word for rice) which is Marley's Japanese name.
* Mai's Japanese name is based on an alternate reading of the Japanese kanji for rice.
=== Arezu ===
General Information: Arezu (known as "Hinatsu" in Japan) is a Warden of the Diamond Clan who oversees the Noble Hisuian Lilligant.
Descendant: Mars (Team Galactic)
Etymology
* Arezu's name is inspired by the Japanese pronunciation of "Ares", the Greek counterpart to Mars.
* Arezu's Japanese name is based on "hinatsu-boshi" (an archaic Japanese name for the planet Mars).
=== Iscan ===
General Information: Iscan (known as "Susuki" in Japan) is a Warden of the Diamond Clan who oversees the Noble Basculegion.
Etymology
* Iscan's name is inspired by Miscanthus sinensis.
* Iscan's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for Chinese silvergrass.
=== Melli ===
General Information: Melli (known as "Tsubaki" in Japan) is a Warden of the Diamond Clan who oversees the Noble Hisuian Electrode. His main partner is Skuntank.
Descendant: Lucian (Sinnoh Elite Four), Jupiter (Team Galactic)
Etymology
* Melli's name is inspired by camellia.
* Melli's Japanese name is based on "tsubaki" (the Japanese word for camellia).
=== Sabi ===
General Information: Sabi (known as "Wasabi" in Japan) is a Warden of the Diamond Clan who oversees the Noble Hisuian Braviary. Her main partner is Rhyperior.
Descendant: Cheryl (Sinnoh Stat Trainer)
Etymology: Sabi's name (in both English and Japanese) is based on wasabi.
=== Irida ===
General Information: Irida (known as "Kai" in Japan) is the leader of the Pearl Clan. Her main partner is Glaceon.
Etymology
* Irida's name is inspired by "iridescence".
* Irida's Japanese name is based on "shinjugai" (the Japanese word for the pearl oyster).
=== Lian ===
General Information: Lian (known as "Kikui" in Japan) is a Warden of the Pearl Clan who oversees the Noble Kleavor. His main partner is Goomy.
Descendant: Clay (Unova Gym Leader)
Etymology
* Lian's name is inspired by the Helianthus tuberosus.
* Lian's Japanese name is based on "kikuimo" (the Japanese word for the Jerusalem artichoke).
=== Calaba ===
General Information: Calaba (known as "Yugao" in Japan) is a Warden of the Pearl Clan who oversees the Noble Ursaluna. Her main partner is Bibarel.
Etymology
* Calaba's name is inspired by calabash.
* Calaba's Japanese name is based on "yugao" (the Japanese word for calabash).
=== Palina ===
General Information: Palina (known as "Garana" in Japan) is a Warden of the Pearl Clan who oversees the Noble Hisuian Growlithe (the descendant of the deceased Noble Hisuian Arcanine).
Etymology
* Palina's name is inspired by Paullinia cupana.
* Palina's Japanese name is based on the Japanese pronunciation of "guarana".
=== Ingo ===
General Information: Ingo (known as "Nobori" in Japan) is a Warden of the Pearl Clan who oversees the Noble Sneasler. He is in fact the same Ingo from Pokemon Black and White.
=== Gaeric ===
General Information: Gaeric (known as "Hamarenge" in Japan) is a Warden of the Pearl Clan who oversees the Noble Hisuian Avalugg.
Descendant: Wulfric (Kalos Gym Leader)
Etymology
* Gaeric's name is inspired by "Lagotis glauca Gaertn." (the scientific name for the glaucous weaselsnout).
* Gaeric's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for the glaucous weaselsnout.
=== Ginter ===
General Information: Ginter (known as "Ginnan" in Japan) is the head of the Ginkgo Guild.
Descendant: Volkner (Sinnoh Gym Leader)
Etymology
* Ginter's name is inspired by ginkgo.
* Ginter's Japanese name is based on the Japanese word for the ginkgo nut.
=== Volo ===
General Information: Volo is a wandering merchant who serves as the main antagonist of the game, his contract with Giratina being the source of the mysterious rifts plaguing Hisui. While initially associated with the Togepi line, he later starters using the Gible line.
Descendant: Cynthia (Sinnoh Champion)
Etymology: Volo's name comes from Latin and means 'I wish'.
=== Charm ===
General Information: Charm (known as "Omatsu" in Japan) is the leader of the Miss Fortune Sisters. Her main partner is Gengar.
Descendant: Agatha (Kanto Elite Four), Bertha (Sinnoh Elite Four)
Etymology
* Charm's name is inspired by the concept of a "lucky charm".
* Charm's Japanese name is based on "matsu" (the Japanese word for the pine tree), regarded in Chinese art as one of the Three Friends of Winter.
=== Clover ===
General Information: Clover (known as "Otake" in Japan) is a member of the Miss Fortune Sisters. Her main partner is Abomasnow.
Descendant: Candice (Sinnoh Gym Leader)
Etymology
* Clover's name is inspired by the four-leaf clover, a common symbol of good luck in popular culture.
* Clover's Japanese name is based on "take" (the Japanese word for bamboo), regarded in Chinese art as one of the Three Friends of Winter.
=== Coin ===
General Information: Coin (known as "Oume" in Japan) is a member of the Miss Fortune Sisters. Her main partner is Toxicroak.
Descendant: Saturn (Team Galactic)
Etymology
* Coin's name is inspired by the concept of a "lucky coin".
* Coin's Japanese name is based on "ume" (the Japanese word for the plum), regarded in Chinese art as one of the Three Friends of Winter.
=== Cogita ===
General Information: Cogita (known as "Cogito" in Japan) is a mysterious woman living in an ancient grove north of Lake Valor.
Descendant: Cynthia (Sinnoh Champion)
Etymology: Cogita's name (in both English and Japanese) is inspired by the Latin word for 'I think'.
== Locations ==
Most of the major regions in Hisui are named after colors which correspond to the Four Gods of East Asian mythology.
=== Jubilife Village ===
General Information: Jubilife Village (known as "Kotobuki" in Japan) is a village constructed by the Galaxy Expedition Team on the western shore of Hisui.
=== Obsidian Fieldlands ===
General Information: The Obsidian Fieldlands are a sub-region in southwestern Hisui ruled over by the Nobles Kleavor and Wyrdeer.
Four Gods Basis: Black Tortoise
=== Crimson Mirelands ===
General Information: The Crimson Mirelands are a sub-region in eastern Hisui ruled by the Nobles Hisuian Lilligant and Ursaluna.
Four Gods Basis: Vermilion Bird
=== Cobalt Coastlands ===
General Information: The Cobalt Coastlands are a sub-region in eastern Hisui ruled by the Nobles Hisuian Arcanine and Basculegion.
Four Gods Basis: Azure Dragon
=== Coronet Highlands ===
General Information: The Coronet Highlands are a sub-region in central Hisui ruled by the Nobles Hisuian Electrode and Sneasler.
=== Alabaster Icelands ===
General Information: The Alabaster Icelands are a sub-region in northern Hisui ruled by the Nobles Hisuian Avalugg and Hisuian Braviary.
Four Gods Basis: White Tiger