Villain Arc

The Villain Arc (Japanese: 悪の組織編) is a storyline available in Pokémon Masters EX as part of its Main Story (Japanese: メインストーリー Main Story). It follows on from the events of the PML Arc, and it tells the stories of various villainous teams and their exploits on Pasio.
As with the PML Arc, each chapter is unlocked once the previous one is completed and battles are available in Normal and Hard difficulties. All Normal difficulty battles provide 30 s as a First-Time Reward, while Hard difficulty battles reward the player with 100 Gems upon defeating the stage for the first time. The recommended level for the Villain Arc is level 30.
The script for the Villain Arc can be found here.
==Kanto: Team Rocket Returns==
This chapter introduces Team Rocket.
===Plot===
;Where's Red?
The episode begins with a shot of facing several s, when approaches to confront them.
At the Pokémon Center, Professor Bellis informs the player, Paulo, and Lillie that no one has heard from Red in three days. The three join with to help Professor Bellis and look for Team Rocket's hideout on Pasio.
The group finds some Team Rocket Grunts at the ruins. Paulo is unsure about Blue's plan to charge in and defeat the grunts, but he and the others are victorious. Paulo watches as Blue, Lillie, and the player move forward into the ruins. He begins to show doubt in his own strength, when another Team Rocket Grunt appears. The grunt recognizes Paulo's desire to get stronger, and asks him if he wants to join Team Rocket.
;A Tricky Trap
As they venture onward into the ruins, Blue, Lillie, and the player realize that Paulo isn't with them. They come across another group of Team Rocket Grunts and decide to battle them in order to keep moving forward, thinking that Paulo would do the same thing.
The group reunites with Paulo and Blue compliments him for getting to the center of the ruins, assuming he battled many grunts along the way. The group is surprised to see rushing towards them. He reveals that Professor Bellis has been abducted by Team Rocket. Blue realizes that the grunts they had seen at the ruins were put there to lure them away from Professor Bellis's lab. As the group prepares to leave, Lt. Surge holds Blue back. He tells him that he saw Paulo speaking with a Team Rocket Grunt.
At Team Rocket's hideout, Professor Bellis is approached by Giovanni, who demands information on sync stones. He reveals that he wants to harness the power of sync stones to make his subordinates even stronger.
;Seeking Strength
While Blue and his group debrief with Lance, , and at the Pokémon Center, Paulo leaves rather suddenly. Lillie and the player follow after him. Paulo expresses his need to become stronger and Lillie suggests working together to train. To Lillie and the player's surprise, Paulo walks away and leaves them behind. Watching from a distance with Blaine and Lorelei, Blue decides the best thing is to let Paulo make his own decisions.
;Rocket Hideout
At the Pokémon Center, Blue reveals that he has finally located Team Rocket's hideout. They make a plan to infiltrate the hideout, and Paulo joins the group at the last moment. At the hideout, and join the others to let them push farther into the building. When they become overwhelmed while fighting more grunts, Red and his arrive to take down all of them. Red tells Blue that the reason he disappeared was to recover after wiping out half of Team Rocket. Blue is frustrated for not being invited, but is happy that Red is now here to help finish the job.
;Giovanni's Gambit
The group finds Professor Bellis surrounded by Team Rocket Grunts. They demand for Giovanni to let her go, but he attacks with his . When Lillie and Paulo's Pokémon get knocked out, the player teams up with Red and Blue to bring Mewtwo to its knees. When Giovanni brings in reinforcements, Red lets his Snorlax Gigantamax, giving the group and Professor Bellis a chance to escape.
The group returns to Professor Bellis's lab, but she is upset that a memory stick with her research data has been stolen by Giovanni. Blue makes a plan to charge back into Team Rocket's hideout, but notices that the rest of the group is rather weary. Just then, and enter in their sygna suits. They let Red and Blue carry on ahead, and Paulo protests when he is told to stay behind and rest up his Pokémon.
At a glacier, Giovanni reveals that he has all of the research he needs on sync stones, and is ready to enact his plan with his grunts.
;The Power Within
All recovered, the player, Paulo, and Lillie meet Erika and Misty at the Pokémon Center. When Misty notices that Paulo is unusually quiet, he claims it is because he is thinking about their sygna suits.
The group head to a glacier to find Giovanni, but two Team Rocket Grunts jump out at them. Erika and Misty quickly put a stop to them, and Paulo admires their battling style. Continuing ahead, they find Red and Blue facing Giovanni and Mewtwo.
Blue tries to get the research data back, but learns that Giovanni has no need for it anymore. With the power of sync stones, Mewtwo is able to destroy blocks of ice around it. After unleashing a series of attacks, Mewtwo vanishes. Giovanni realizes Mewtwo is unable to handle the amount of power he has given it. He leaves to follow it.
;Rage and Chaos
When Pokémon at the town begin acting out of control, and work with their Pokémon to help out. Paulo deduces this is because of Mewtwo, and Misty agrees. Professor Bellis walks over to the group and reports that her equipment has been able to detect a psychic energy signal. Interested in Giovanni's power, Paulo asks to come with Misty and Erika to go after Mewtwo. The player and Lillie decide to join as well. As the others walk off, Misty and Erika stay behind to talk about the pressure Paulo puts on himself to get stronger.
;The Boss's Power
When the group goes to the forest, two Team Rocket Grunts jump out at them. Paulo, Lillie, and the player fight them as Misty and Erika battle against many more. While continuing through the forest, the group comes across Giovanni and an army of Team Rocket Grunts. Looking at Paulo, Giovanni remarks that one day, one of them may understand his actions. As the group prepares to fight him, a sudden rumbling stops them.
;Malice
At the beach, Red and Blue face off against Mewtwo. When they are about to defeat it, Giovanni and his appear in front of it. Giovanni suggests to Mewtwo that it should focus on using its power for evil deeds, and to everybody's shock, it listens. Working with Giovanni, Mewtwo Mega Evolves into Mega Mewtwo Y.
;The Last Laugh
Red, Blue, Misty, and Erika battle against Giovanni and Mewtwo. When Giovanni pushes Mewtwo past its limit, it is able to defeat everyone's Pokémon. Giovanni gets away, to Blue's disappointment. The group notes that despite Giovanni's evil intent, he shared a strong bond with Mewtwo that allowed him to control it.
Back at the Pokémon Center, the group celebrates that the Pokémon at the town have finally been calmed. They compliment each other's work and make a plan to team up together in the future. Professor Bellis worries that there will be other villains to abuse sync stones, but Erika assures her that they will do what it takes to protect Pasio. Professor Bellis informs the group that Lear sent out a request to the International Police, and Blue wonders who will be sent.
As Misty talks to the player, Paulo walks away from the group. There is a dark tone as he stares back at the player.
===Area info===
This chapter was added on September 30, 2021. It was the only chapter of the Villain Arc to be added all at once instead of in two parts.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
Where's Red? 	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 1
A Tricky Trap 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 1	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 2
Seeking Strength 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 2	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 3
Rocket Hideout 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 3	Gems ×10Challenge Giovanni: Part 1
Giovanni's Gambit	Complete Challenge Giovanni: Part 1 	Gems ×105★ Kanto Scout Ticket ×15The Power Within
The Power Within 	Complete Giovanni's Gambit 	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 4
Rage and Chaos 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 4	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 5
The Boss's Power 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 5	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 6
Malice 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 6	Gems ×10Challenge Giovanni: Part 2
The Last Laugh 	Complete Challenge Giovanni: Part 2 	Gems ×105★ Kanto Scout Ticket ×15Challenge Giovanni: Part 2 (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainer	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainer	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 1	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30A Tricky Trap 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 2	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Seeking Strength 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 3	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Rocket Hideout 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Giovanni: Part 1 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Giovanni's Gambit	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 4	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Rage and Chaos 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 5	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Boss's Power 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 6	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Malice 	2,400 coins 2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Giovanni: Part 2 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Mega YWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1The Last Laugh 	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Giovanni: Part 2 	Hard 	 	Weakness:	Mega YWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Kanto Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menu 	No. 01015 	Team Rocket Hideout: Kanto(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge the Rocket Grunts)A Tricky TrapWhen Blue, Lillie, and the player encounter more gruntsRocket HideoutWhen Blue, Lillie, Paulo, and the player battle some gruntsThe Boss's PowerWhile battling more Team Rocket Grunts 	No. 01016 	Battle! (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
During battle(Challenge Giovanni)Giovanni's GambitDuring the battle against Giovanni, and when he plots his next moveThe Power WithinAs Giovanni shows off Mewtwo's powerMaliceWhen Giovanni Mega Evolves MewtwoThe Last LaughFrom start 	No. 01005 	Battle! (Giovanni)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Where's Red?From start, and at the ruinsA Tricky TrapFrom startSeeking StrengthWhen Paulo confesses he wants to get strongerGiovanni's GambitFrom start, and after Mewtwo gets weakenedThe Power WithinWhen the group catches up to GiovanniRage and ChaosWhen Paulo ponders the Pokémon's powers	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Where's Red?At the Pokémon CenterA Tricky TrapAt Team Rocket's hideoutSeeking StrengthFrom startRocket HideoutFrom startThe Boss's PowerFrom start, and when the group catches up to GiovanniMaliceWhen Giovanni intervenesThe Last LaughWhen Paulo ponders 	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
Where's Red?When Blue and Lillie battle the Team Rocket GruntsMaliceFrom start 	No. 01002 	Battle! (Blue)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Where's Red?After the Team Rocket Grunts have been defeated 	No. 00010 	Wild Wanderings 	Unknown
Where's Red?When Paulo talks with the lone Team Rocket GruntThe Power WithinWhen the Team Rocket Grunts appear 	No. 02017 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Seeking StrengthWhen Lillie tries to convince Paulo to work together 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
Seeking StrengthWhen Blue, Lorelei, and Blaine continue the search for Team Rocket 	No. 00011 	The Way Ahead 	Unknown
Rocket HideoutWhen Brock and Sabrina arrive to help 	No. 01003 	Battle! (Kanto Gym Leader)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Rocket HideoutWhen Red appears 	No. 01001 	Battle! (Red)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Giovanni's GambitAs Red prepares to Gigantamax his Snorlax in the hideoutRage and ChaosFrom startThe Boss's PowerAfter an explosion is heard in the distance 	No. 00005 	Danger! 	Unknown
Giovanni's GambitAt Professor Bellis's lab, after escaping the hideout 	No. 00008 	Out for a Stroll 	Unknown
Giovanni's GambitWhen Misty and Erika arrive in their sygna suits 	— 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Sync Pair) 	Unknown
The Power WithinFrom start 	— 	Pokémon Center(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
The Power WithinWhen the group arrives at the snowy area 	No. 00009 	Island Mysteries 	Unknown
The Last LaughAt the Pokémon Center 	No. 00012 	Let Your Spirit Soar! 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Sinnoh: Dreaming in Darkness==
This chapter introduces Team Galactic. Unlike other chapters of the Villain Arc, it does not take place in the order it appears on the Explore menu. Despite being placed between the Hoenn and Unova chapters, it takes place between the Kanto and Johto chapters.
===Plot===
;Team Galactic on the Move
The episode begins with waking up in a dark void caused by . Finding a never-ending void to be an ideal place to live in, Cyrus states he will learn more about sync stones and sygna suits to harness their power and make his ideal world a reality for all.
At the laboratory, Professor Bellis informs the player that the International Police have started their investigations on Pasio, looking into recent issues with Team Galactic. leaves to stop Team Galactic, while and go to inform .
At some ruins, Lucas and Dawn arrive and find Cynthia. Cynthia tells them that Legendary Pokémon seem to have been appearing at the ruins, and that appears to be interested in the traces of other Pokémon that have come there. Suddenly, briefly appears before vanishing, and Lucas wonders if it was trying to tell them something. Dawn then goes on to report to Cynthia about Team Galactic's operations on Pasio. Meanwhile, a stands outside of the Team Galactic hideout. He disguises as a grunt and enters alongside his .
;The Darkest Nightmare
At Centra City, and confront and defeat Team Galactic s Jupiter, Mars and Saturn, who have been trapping other in a nightmare. Barry arrives, and the three call Bellis's lab to update Cynthia, Dawn and Lucas on the mysterious phenomenon. They speculate that Team Galactic appear to be harnessing Darkrai's power as Paulo and listen. Professor Bellis enters with news that the International Police have found Team Galactic's hideout. Near the hideout, Cynthia, Lucas and Dawn meet Barry. Cynthia suggests that the team should split up from her, leaving Lucas, Dawn, and Barry to go as a group.
Inside the hideout, the team confronts two grunts as a third one stands nearby. The third grunt sends out a Croagunk and commands it to stop the other grunts’ Pokémon, surprising them.
;The Galactic Hideout
The opposing Pokémon faint and the grunts retreat. The mystery man removes his Team Galactic Grunt disguise and introduces himself as Looker, a member of the International Police sent to investigate Pasio. Looker disguises as a grunt once more, then leaves.
Alone, Cynthia meets with the Team Galactic Commanders. She challenges their Pokémon with Giratina and wins. Cynthia warns the Commanders about what the consequences will be of Cyrus's actions. Saturn ignores her, telling her that Cyrus is seeking more power to create a brand-new universe.
;Cyrus's True Ambitions
Lucas, Dawn, and Barry meet with Cyrus, who now has both Dialga and . He commands them to attack the three. When Dialga disobeys Cyrus, Palkia attacks it, to Lucas's frustration. Cyrus tells everyone that he wants to create a world where human spirit and useless feelings no longer exist, as Professor Bellis, Sophocles, Paulo, and others listen from at the lab. At the hideout, the Team Galactic Commanders witness the truth about Cyrus's intentions.
;Together in Spirit
Cyrus wins his battle against Lucas, Dawn, and Barry, but Lucas will not accept the outcome. Lucas's sync stone begins to react with Dialga. Recognizing that Dialga wants to help, Lucas forms a sync pair with it. Lucas and Dialga use their sync move against Palkia and defeat Cyrus. Still vowing to make his plan come to fruition, Cyrus disappears with Darkrai.
A few days later at the lab, the team discusses how Cyrus's plans have caused sync pairs all over Pasio to fall asleep with never-ending nightmares. Looker mentions that the affected sync pairs are getting treated at the Pokémon Center. Dawn arrives and informs everyone that she was able to wake everyone up with Cresselia's power.
;The Nightmare Spreads
Cyrus, in his sygna suit, appears inside Darkrai's void and claims that it is the ideal world he seeks.
At Bellis's Lab, Dawn arrives dressed in a sygna suit to match Cresselia's colors. Professor Sycamore suddenly stumbles into the lab. He utters a warning about Darkrai before falling asleep.
Cynthia and company arrive at Centra City to see sleeping Trainers all over the streets. They realize that Darkrai's power is overpowering Cresselia's. Cynthia advises the group to stay strong in order to avoid being put into a nightmare.
;Galactic Alliance
The group meets at Professor Bellis's lab to debrief what they saw in the city. To their surprise, Jupiter, Mars, and Saturn enter. Wanting to find Cyrus, the Commanders form a pact with the Trainers. When Bellis begins to fall asleep, the group hurries outside to stop Cyrus's plan.
;Intertwined Pasts
The group is split into three pairs—Barry and Jupiter, Lucas and Mars, and Dawn and Saturn. Saturn sends his out at Dawn, but she correctly assumes that he has no intention to betray her. She teaches Saturn that it is important for people to tell their friends about their feelings, otherwise they could be letting a friend make a bad decision. The two then come across a sleeping Team Galactic Grunt.
;The Time of Awakening
Dawn and Saturn bring the sleeping grunt back to the laboratory. Saturn scolds the grunt when he sees that he seems to be voluntarily asleep. When the grunt wakes up, he removes his disguise and reveals himself to be Looker. He tells them he found Cyrus's location, and gives it to the group.
The group, plus Cynthia and Sophocles, arrives at a cave. Darkrai appears, and the group tries to resist the urge to fall asleep, but Dawn realizes that Cyrus is likely in the nightmare too. Inside the nightmare, Cresselia joins the group. They manage to find Cyrus, and everyone encourages him to wake up.
;A Mission to Complete
Everyone wakes up in a cave, where Cyrus is waiting for them. Frustrated that they would challenge his ideals, Cyrus sends out Darkrai and Palkia to battle them. Cynthia, Dawn, and Lucas send out Giratina, Cresselia, and Dialga respectively. They defeat Cyrus, and Lucas credits the victory to the bond he shares with Dialga. Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars are happy to rejoin with Cyrus, even if they know they are simply his pawns. Before he leaves with the Commanders, Cyrus tells Lucas to take care of Dialga.
Meanwhile, appears at the scene after Cyrus leaves, and calls his subordinates to prepare the revival of Team Rocket.
Back at Bellis's lab, everyone celebrates that the Trainers of Pasio have finally woken up. They believe it is a sign that there is hope for Cyrus to change. Dawn wishes to one day have the opportunity to have a friendly battle with Team Galactic.
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from Team Galactic on the Move to Together in Spirit, was added on January 13, 2022. The second half of this chapter, from The Nightmare Spreads to A Mission to Complete, was added on February 10, 2022.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
Team Galactic on the Move	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 1
The Darkest Nightmare 	Complete Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 1	Gems ×10Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 2
The Galactic Hideout 	Complete Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 2	Gems ×10Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 3
Cyrus's True Ambitions 	Complete Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 3	Gems ×10Challenge Cyrus: Part 1
Together in Spirit 	Complete Challenge Cyrus: Part 1 	Gems ×105★ Sinnoh Scout Ticket ×15The Nightmare Spreads
The Nightmare Spreads 	Complete Together in Spirit 	Gems ×10Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 4
Galactic Alliance 	Complete Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 4	Gems ×10Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 5
Intertwined Pasts 	Complete Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 5	Gems ×10Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 6
The Time of Awakening 	Complete Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 6	Gems ×10Challenge Cyrus: Part 2 /Challenge Sygna Suit Cyrus
A Mission to Complete 	Complete Challenge Sygna Suit Cyrus 	Gems ×105★ Sinnoh Scout Ticket ×15Challenge Cyrus: Part 2 /Challenge Sygna Suit Cyrus (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainer 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainer 	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 1 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Darkest Nightmare 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 2 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Galactic Hideout 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 3 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Cyrus's True Ambitions 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Cyrus: Part 1 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Together in Spirit 	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 4 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Galactic Alliance 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 5 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Intertwined Pasts 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Galactic Grunts: Part 6 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Time of Awakening 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Cyrus: Part 2 /Challenge Sygna Suit Cyrus	Normal 	Sygna Suit	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1A Mission to Complete	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Cyrus: Part 2 /Challenge Sygna Suit Cyrus	Hard 	Sygna Suit	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Sinnoh Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menu 	No. 04009 	Team Galactic HQ(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge the Galactic Grunts)The Darkest NightmareUpon encountering Team Galactic GruntsThe Galactic HideoutFrom start 	No. 04010 	Battle! (Team Galactic)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
During battle(Challenge Cyrus: Part 1)Team Galactic on the MoveAs Cyrus captures DarkraiCyrus's True AmbitionsWhen Cyrus chooses to continue with his planTogether in SpiritFrom startA Mission to CompleteAfter Cyrus initiates a battle 	No. 04006 	Battle! (Cyrus)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
During battle(Challenge Cyrus: Part 2)The Nightmare SpreadsFrom startThe Time of AwakeningWhen everyone enters Cyrus's nightmare 	No. 04023 	Old Chateau(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Team Galactic on the MoveBefore Cyrus wakes from his nightmareThe Darkest NightmareFrom startThe Galactic HideoutWhile Cynthia moves through the hideoutTogether in SpiritWhen several Team Galactic Grunts are found sleepingThe Nightmare SpreadsWhen Professor Sycamore warns everyone about DarkraiGalactic AllianceFrom start, and when Professor Bellis falls asleepThe Time of AwakeningWhen Darkrai appearsA Mission to CompleteWhen Cyrus appears, and after he loses the battle	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Team Galactic on the MoveAfter Cyrus captures DarkraiThe Darkest NightmareAt Professor Bellis's labCyrus's True AmbitionsWhen Dawn, Lucas, and Barry encounter CyrusTogether in SpiritAfter Cyrus's Palkia is defeated, and at Professor Bellis's lab the next dayThe Nightmare SpreadsWhen the group arrives at town to see everyone sleepingIntertwined PastsAs Saturn and Dawn walk through the forest 	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
Team Galactic on the MoveAt Professor Bellis's labThe Nightmare SpreadsAt Professor Bellis's lab 	No. 00008 	Out for a Stroll 	Unknown
Team Galactic on the MoveWhen Cynthia is encountered at the ruinsThe Darkest NightmareAs the group searches for Team GalacticIntertwined PastsFrom start 	No. 00010 	Wild Wanderings 	Unknown
Team Galactic on the MoveWhen Dialga appears 	No. 00022 	Legendary Face-Off 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
The Darkest NightmareWhen Brock and Erika encounter the Team Galactic CommandersThe Galactic HideoutWhen Cynthia encounters the Team Galactic CommandersGalactic AllianceWhen Jupiter teases Barry for a fightIntertwined PastsWhen Saturn attempts to battle Dawn 	No. 04011 	Battle! (Team Galactic Commander)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
The Galactic HideoutAfter Looker removes his disguiseThe Time of AwakeningAfter Looker removes his disguise again 	No. 04012 	Battle! (Looker)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
The Galactic HideoutAfter Cynthia brings Giratina out to battle 	No. 04007 	Decisive Battle! (Cynthia)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Cyrus's True AmbitionsWhile several Trainers ponder Cyrus's ambitionsIntertwined PastsAs Saturn and Dawn talk to each otherA Mission to CompleteWhen the Team Galactic Grunts 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
Together in SpiritWhen Dialga chooses to lend Lucas its power,and when Dawn reveals she has Cresselia's help 	No. 00021 	Battle! (Region's Best) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Galactic AllianceWhen the Team Galactic Commanders arrive to help 	No. 04024 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Galactic)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Galactic AllianceWhile Jupiter and Barry search for CyrusThe Time of AwakeningWhen the group enters the cave where Cyrus is hidingA Mission to CompleteFrom start 	No. 00009 	Island Mysteries 	Unknown
The Time of AwakeningFrom start 	No. 00015 	Shenanigans 	Unknown
A Mission to CompleteAfter Cresselia wakes Giratina and Dialga up 	— 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Sync Pair) 	Unknown
A Mission to CompleteAt Professor Bellis's lab 	— 	Bellis's Lab 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Johto: Team Rocket's Revival==
Unlike other Villain Arc chapters, this chapter serves as a direct sequel to Kanto: Team Rocket Returns. It introduces the Team Rocket s.
===Plot===
;Resuming Operations
As stands in the Team Rocket hideout, he recalls the way defeated him using Dynamax in their last fight. The Team Rocket s soon enter, willing to help their leader in any way. He tells them to get ready for an assignment he has in mind, one to take over Pasio.
At the beach, , , and have a friendly battle against , , and . Despite Silver's determination to win, his team is defeated by Lance's team. After the battle, Paulo approaches Silver. He asks him why he has given up doing things like stealing Pokémon in his quest to make himself stronger. Silver doesn't have an exact answer, but he tells Paulo that a powerful connection with a Pokémon will make anyone stronger. Paulo remembers how Giovanni also found it important to share a connection with a Pokémon, and wonders if he can do whatever it takes to get stronger as long as he has one.
A 's cry is heard, and the group turns around to find one by itself. Kris remarks that the Togepi seems to be in pain. To the group's surprise, it suddenly Dynamaxes.
;On My Own
After defeating the Dynamaxed Togepi, Kris points out how there was a similar situation with that caused Pokémon to Dynamax out of the blue. Silver suspects that someone is forcing Pokémon to Dynamax. As they leave to go to Professor Bellis's lab, a watches from the trees, and Silver notices him.
At the lab, Kris, Silver, and Lance tell Professor Bellis about what happened. She tells the group that she has recently heard similar reports of Pokémon randomly Dynamaxing, and that Team Rocket has usually been spotted at the same time. When the group concludes that Team Rocket is behind this, Silver begins to leave. He tells the group he wants to fight them alone, because fighting with teammates would turn him into exactly what he hates about Team Rocket—people who can't do anything on their own.
Lance is confused, but decides to let Silver go alone. Professor Bellis makes a plan to contact a Pokémon Professor from Galar who can help them understand the Dynamax phenomenon.
;The Cruelest and the Scariest
Lance, Karen, and Morty wait in a secluded area in the forest as Will escorts . When the two arrive, Sonia reveals that she has created a device to detect when Pokémon are about to Dynamax. Using the device, they may be able to figure out where Team Rocket's hideout is, as there will likely be many Pokémon on the verge of Dynamaxing nearby.
As the group is speaking, appears, flanked by two Team Rocket Grunts. Will reveals he knew they were following him and Sonia, but he wanted to lead them to the others so that they wouldn't be overwhelmed in a fight. The Johto s battle against Proton and the grunts, winning the fight.
;Infiltrate the Rocket Hideout
Sonia's device leads Lance, Karen, and Morty to a glacier where they believe Team Rocket's hideout is located. They suspect that Silver has already made it here, but they press onward.
At the Team Rocket hideout, Silver comes across Giovanni, as well as two grunts standing behind him. He quickly defeats Giovanni, who says he will leave Pasio alone since Silver has won. Silver, however, sees through his words. He reveals that he knows he is not facing Giovanni, but instead a disguised .
Petrel is simply amused, unthreatened by Silver. He tells him that the door up ahead is locked, and can only be opened if he says the password. Petrel taunts Silver, but gets too invested in belittling him and accidentally yells out the password. To prevent Silver from getting past him, he calls on more Team Rocket Grunts to overwhelm him.
Suddenly, and appear in the room. They tell Silver that they'll take on the grunts so that he can go ahead to face Giovanni. Silver is angered that they would help him, but he allows them to fight.
In another area of the Team Rocket hideout, Lance, Karen, and Morty corner and , but neither seem concerned. Coming out of the door behind them, Giovanni appears in a sygna suit.
;One or Many
Giovanni reveals that he has made a sync pair with a Pokémon capable of Dynamaxing, united by their shared appreciation for evil-doing. He sends out his new and commands it to Dynamax.
Inside the hideout, Silver feels the ground begin to shake. He realizes that the entire building is about to collapse. He evacuates and finds Lance, Karen, and Morty confronting Giovanni at the glaciers.
Silver accuses Giovanni of being weak, pointing to how he battled the other Johto Trainers only after tiring them out with countless grunts. Archer and Ariana try to argue back, but Silver calls them cowards for being unable to do anything without Giovanni. Wanting to prove that working alone is the only way to become strong, Silver challenges Giovanni to a battle.
;As Your Friend
At the Pokémon Center, Professor Bellis discusses the situation of Dynamaxing Pokémon with and . They worry about the Trainers who set off to face Giovanni and still haven't returned. To their surprise, Kris, Lyra, and Ethan enter the room, dressed up in new sygna suits. They reassure the group that they will check on Silver and the others, as well as put an end to Team Rocket's plans.
The three arrive at the glaciers and realize a battle has just taken place. They run into Lance, Karen, and Morty, who inform them that Silver had lost his fight against Giovanni, and that Giovanni plans to meet with Lear. Realizing Silver must be hurt after his loss, they all plan to stay by his side.
;In My Heart
At the beach, Kris, Lyra, and Ethan come across Silver talking to . The three ask him to come with them to fight Team Rocket, but he reiterates that he hates teaming up with others. When Silver tells them to leave him alone, Ethan snaps at him, telling him that friends should stick together. Silver comes around, but only on the condition that he gets to be the one to fight Giovanni. After Pryce gives Silver advice about the importance of friendship, Kris gets a phone call and reports to everyone that Team Rocket is on the move.
;Hearts Aligned
At Lear's villa, Kris, Lyra, Ethan, and Silver are surprised to see that Team Rocket Grunts have taken over. Entering from the doors, and reveal that they purposefully led Team Rocket to the villa so they would not threaten other Trainers outside. Before the group can head to Giovanni, Petrel and Proton show up to stop them. Bugsy and Whitney offer to take them down, and are then joined by and Lance.
As Kris, Lyra, Ethan, and Silver continue through the villa, they are stopped once again—this time by Ariana. Angered by Ariana's belief that Pokémon are mere tools, Kris and Lyra battle her, allowing Ethan and Silver to push forward.
;Battle against Evil
Right as Giovanni defeats Lear's with , Ethan and Silver enter the room. Ethan volunteers to take on Archer and give Silver the opportunity to fight his father. Silver sends out to battle against Giovanni's Nidoking and Mewtwo, but they are overwhelmed. The moment before the opposing Pokémon can knock out Ho-Oh, a swoops in to protect it at Ethan's orders. To Ethan's surprise, Silver thanks him. Silver comes to the understanding that protecting Pasio is more important than proving himself against Giovanni. He asks Ethan to work with him to win the fight.
;Endings and Beginnings
Giovanni Mega Evolves his Mewtwo into Mega Mewtwo Y, and Silver and Ethan struggle as they continue to fight against it. Before Giovanni can finish the fight, Looker, Paulo, and the player burst into the room. When Giovanni hears from a grunt that Lance and the are on their way, he summons another grunt with an to teleport Archer and himself to safety.
Kris, Lyra, Ethan, and Silver return to the Pokémon Center to meet Professor Bellis. The four express disappointment that Giovanni got away, but Professor Bellis assures them that Team Rocket will likely lay low for some time. Silver, unsatisfied with her answer, begins to leave in order to train. He reveals that when he becomes stronger, Ethan will be the first opponent he challenges. Ethan smiles, happy that Silver is his rival once again.
At Team Rocket's hideout, Giovanni and Archer discuss their next moves. Giovanni tells Archer that he intends to carry out his future plans in secret, and in order to do this, he will rely on other "business partners" on Pasio.
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from Resuming Operations to One or Many, was added on May 19, 2022. The second half of this chapter, from As Your Friend to Endings and Beginnings, was added on May 30, 2022.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
Resuming Operations 	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge Proton: Part 1
On My Own 	Complete Challenge Proton: Part 1 	Gems ×10Challenge Proton: Part 2
The Cruelest and Scariest 	Complete Challenge Proton: Part 2 	Gems ×10Challenge Proton: Part 3
Infiltrate the Rocket Hideout	Complete Challenge Proton: Part 3 	Gems ×10Challenge Archer: Part 1
One or Many 	Complete Challenge Archer: Part 1 	Gems ×105★ Johto Scout Ticket ×15As Your Friend
As Your Friend 	Complete One or Many 	Gems ×10Challenge Archer: Part 2
In My Heart 	Complete Challenge Archer: Part 2 	Gems ×10Challenge Archer: Part 3
Hearts Aligned 	Complete Challenge Archer: Part 3 	Gems ×10Challenge Archer: Part 4
Battle against Evil 	Complete Challenge Archer: Part 4 	Gems ×10Challenge Sygna Suit Giovanni
Endings and Beginnings 	Complete Challenge Sygna Suit Giovanni	Gems ×105★ Johto Scout Ticket ×15Challenge Sygna Suit Giovanni (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers 	Trainers 	Trainers 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers 	Trainers 	Trainers 	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge Proton: Part 1 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30On My Own 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Proton: Part 2 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30The Cruelest and Scariest 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Proton: Part 3 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Infiltrate the Rocket Hideout 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Archer: Part 1 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1One or Many 	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Archer: Part 2 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30In My Heart 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Archer: Part 3 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Hearts Aligned 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Archer: Part 4 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Battle against Evil 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Sygna Suit Giovanni	Normal 	Sygna Suit	Sygna Suit	Sygna Suit	Mega YWeakness: ↓Weakness:	Mega YWeakness: ↓Weakness:	Mega YWeakness: ↓Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Endings and Beginnings	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Sygna Suit Giovanni	Hard 	Sygna Suit	Sygna Suit	Sygna Suit	Mega YWeakness: ↓Weakness:	Mega YWeakness: ↓Weakness:	Mega YWeakness: ↓Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Johto Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menuEndings and BeginningsWhile Giovanni discusses his next plans 	No. 02010 	Team Rocket Hideout: Johto(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge Proton, Challenge Archer)The Cruelest and ScariestWhen Proton appearsInfiltrate the Rocket HideoutWhen Silver sees through Petrel's disguiseHearts AlignedUpon encountering Petrel, Proton, and Ariana 	No. 01014 	Battle! (Team Rocket Executive)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
During battle(Challenge Sygna Suit Giovanni)Infiltrate the Rocket HideoutWhen Giovanni steps out in his sygna suitOne or ManyWhen Giovanni Dynamaxes his NidokingAs Your FriendDuring the flashback of Silver and Giovanni's battleBattle Against EvilWhile Silver and Giovanni battle 	No. 01013 	Decisive Battle! (Giovanni)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Resuming OperationsAs Giovanni ponders his next plansInfiltrate the Rocket HideoutAs Silver walks through Team Rocket's hideoutOne or ManyAs Silver continues through the hideoutAs Your FriendFrom startHearts AlignedFrom start 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Resuming OperationsDuring the battle on the beachHearts AlignedWhen Lance and Clair arrive to help 	No. 01004 	Battle! (Lance)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Resuming OperationsAfter the battleThe Cruelest and ScariestFrom start, and after Proton is defeatedIn My HeartFrom start 	No. 00008 	Out for a Stroll 	Unknown
Resuming OperationsAfter Paulo questions SilverIn My HeartWhen Ethan chooses to stay by Silver's sideBattle Against EvilAfter Silver thanks Ethan for helping him 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
Resuming OperationsAfter the Togepi DynamaxesOn My OwnFrom startInfiltrate the Rocket HideoutWhen Petrel calls for backupOne or ManyAs the hideout collapses from the Dynamax NidokingIn My HeartAfter Kris receives a phone call about Team RocketBattle Against EvilFrom start 	No. 00005 	Danger! 	Unknown
On My OwnAfter the Dynamax Togepi is defeatedInfiltrate the Rocket HideoutWhen Lance, Karen, and Morty enter the hideoutOne or ManyFrom start, and after the hideout collapsesAs Your FriendWhen Ethan, Lyra, and Kris set out to find SilverIn My HeartAs Pryce talks with SilverHearts AlignedAs Ethan, Lyra, Kris, and Silver advance	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
Infiltrate the Rocket HideoutFrom start 	No. 00009 	Island Mysteries 	Unknown
Infiltrate the Rocket HideoutWhen Silver encounters GiovanniEndings and BeginningsFrom start 	No. 01005 	Battle! (Giovanni)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Infiltrate the Rocket HideoutWhen Petrel accidentally says the password 	No. 00015 	Shenanigans 	Unknown
Infiltrate the Rocket HideoutWhen Koga and Janine sabatoge the grunts 	No. 02001 	Battle! (Johto Gym Leader)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
One or ManyWhen Silver challenges Giovanni to a battleBattle Against EvilWhen Silver and Ethan prepare to continue fighting Giovanni 	No. 02003 	Battle! (Silver)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
As Your FriendWhen Ethan, Lyra, and Kris appear in their sygna suits 	No. 00021 	Battle! (Region's Best) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
As Your FriendWhen Karen convinces Ethan, Lyra, and Kris to stay by Silver 	— 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Unique Serious) 	Unknown
In My HeartWhen Silver agrees to have Ethan, Lyra, and Kris tag alongEndings and BeginningsAfter Silver regards Ethan as his rival 	No. 00011 	The Way Ahead 	Unknown
Hearts AlignedWhen Lyra and Kris battle Ariana 	No. 02009 	Battle! (Johto Trainer)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Battle Against EvilWhen Ethan enters the battle between Silver and Giovanni 	No. 00022 	Legendary Face-Off 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Endings and BeginningsWhen Looker, Paulo, and the player arrive 	No. 04012 	Battle! (Looker)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Endings and BeginningsDuring Giovanni's phone call with a grunt 	No. 02017 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Endings and BeginningsWhen Bruno subdues a Team Rocket Grunt 	No. 01008 	Battle! (Kanto Elite Four: Bruno)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Endings and BeginningsWhen Ethan, Lyra, Kris, and Silver regroup at the Pokémon Center 	— 	Pokémon Center (Night)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Hoenn: Delta of Land, Sea, and Sky==
This chapter introduces Team Magma and Team Aqua.
===Plot===
;Differing Perspectives
At Team Magma's hideout on Pasio, addresses a group of s alongside and Tabitha. Courtney questions why they are not going after their enemy, Team Aqua, now that they have 's power. Maxie cautions against it, as no one is able to know the full extent of Groudon's abilities. Courtney walks away from the others, wondering to herself if getting rid of Team Aqua would impress Maxie.
At Team Aqua's hideout, Archie is also speaking to his subordinates, standing with Shelly and Matt. Confused why they have and are not attacking Team Magma, Matt addresses his concerns to Archie. Archie laughs that Matt is eager to fight, but reminds him that their ultimate goal is to create a perfect world for Pokémon. When the others leave, Matt wonders aloud if Archie has changed his ways since coming to Pasio.
 and report to at Team Rocket's hideout, telling him that a surge of natural energy has been detected at the bottom of the ocean. Giovanni is reminded of a legend in Hoenn in which Kyogre and Groudon had fought each other over energy coming from a fallen meteorite. He explains the legend to Ariana and Archer, and wonders more about what that energy could mean for his plans.
At the beach, and notice a shooting star in the sky, and Zinnia wonders aloud what kind of wishes it is carrying.
;Battle over Natural Energy
Wearing their sygna suits, and fight with against three s in a tournament. The Hoenn Trainers win the battle, then compliment each other for their skills. Before they can begin their next match, there is a rumbling, and it is announced that the tournament will be postponed due to a disturbance caused by Team Magma and Team Aqua. The group leaves to investigate.
In town, Team Magma and Team Aqua face each other as Groudon and Kyogre battle. While Maxie and Archie express confusion as the two Pokémon fight, Courtney and Matt are both determined to defeat the opposing side. Maxie and Archie attempt to recall their Pokémon, but they ignore their commands and continue to battle. Rayquaza soon flies down from the skies and attacks Groudon and Kyogre, breaking up the fight. To Maxie and Archie's surprise, Groudon and Kyogre run off.
;Super-Ancient Pokémon and People
Courtney and Matt leave to look for Groudon and Kyogre, respectively. As Maxie and Archie wonder about Rayquaza, Zinnia enters. She explains that Rayquaza protected Pasio from sinking as the two Legendary Pokémon fought.
May, Brendan, and Wally arrive at the scene. Shortly after, , Paulo, and do as well. Steven tries to figure out what happened, but both Maxie and Archie accuse the other's Legendary Pokémon of attacking their team. Zinnia explains that both Pokémon lost control of their power at the same time, and that Rayquaza sent them away.
When Maxie and Archie begin to doubt their own ability to take care of such strong Pokémon, Brendan angrily reassures them that they have both come far in their friendships with Groudon and Kyogre, saying that any Pokémon can be befriended. May and Wally agree with him, encouraging the others not to give up on the "potential of people and Pokémon." Brendan, May, and Wally set off to look for the Pokémon, amusing Maxie and Archie.
After they leave, Zinnia considers the "potential" the others spoke of. Steven determines the next course of action is to investigate why Groudon and Kyogre lost control. Before he can leave, Zinnia offers to give him a "special hint."
;Justice Serving Beliefs
At a volcano, Courtney commands a group of Team Magma Grunts to continue their search for Groudon. One of the Grunts stays by her, claiming that he has just spotted Groudon. He suggests to her that she should use her sync stone to take the Pokémon under her control and use it against Team Aqua, saying it will make Maxie proud of her. After Courtney hears his explanation, she leaves. Once she is out of sight, the Grunt removes his disguise, revealing .
Meanwhile, at the shore, Matt receives a similar explanation from a about how he can use his sync stone to control Kyogre. Eager to defeat Team Magma, Matt sets off to find it. After he leaves, appears, revealing he was the one who suggested the idea to the Grunt.
At the Team Magma hideout, Maxie and Tabitha, along with Looker and Paulo, wait to hear information about Groudon from the Grunts. Looker asks Maxie about his past friendship with Archie, wondering why the two have not managed to set aside their differences. Maxie tells him that there is no problem in fighting a former ally in order to pursue one's own ideology, stating that he believes Archie feels the same way. This prompts Paulo to think of his own friendship with the , envisioning himself standing separate from them.
;Uncontrollable Power
At Team Aqua's hideout, Zinnia visits Archie and Shelly, telling them that she suspects Team Magma and Team Aqua are being used. She explains that she believes Groudon and Kyogre's loss of control is related to whatever fell out of the sky by Pasio, and that there is someone taking advantage of this. She tells them that this sort of plan sounds familiar to her, and before she can elaborate, Archie's Poryphone begins to ring. From the phone, a Team Aqua Grunt is heard announcing that Team Magma has found Groudon, before cutting themself off with a scream.
While surrounded by violet energy, Courtney commands Groudon to attack Team Aqua Grunts at the volcano. May and Wally come to their rescue, with May and her taking on Groudon as Wally escorts the Grunts to safety. By the shore, Matt attacks Team Magma Grunts with Kyogre—also surrounded by violet energy. Before they can be hit by Kyogre, Brendan and his jump in the way. He gives the Grunts a chance to escape, but then notices a bright light coming from Matt's sync stone. Brendan wonders if the sync stone, in connection with Kyogre, is the reason why Matt is acting out of control.
;The Meteor's Passenger
In a flashback from before Courtney and Matt began to lose control, Steven meets with Professor Bellis to discuss the meteor that fell in the ocean by Pasio. Steven shares his theory that when the meteor hit, the natural energy lying below the sea erupted, causing Groudon and Kyogre to act out. He brings up the lore of the Draconid people, and Zinnia's belief that someone is using the energy for evil purposes. This reminds Professor Bellis of something she heard from a researcher about the possibility of a dangerously massive meteor colliding with the planet. Concerned, she plans to ask the researcher again.
Later at the beach, Steven asks his Rayquaza if it is able to sense the meteor in the ocean. Suddenly, a appears from the water and begins to attack Rayquaza. He tries to reason with Deoxys, but is forced to battle it. After they exchange blows, Deoxys flees back toward the ocean. As Steven wonders why Deoxys was going after Rayquaza, his phone begins to ring. Professor Bellis is on the other line, saying she just spoke with the researcher about the meteor. She explains that its trajectory has suddenly changed, and it is now almost certainly going to crash into Pasio.
;Maxie and Archie
May and her Blaziken face off against Courtney and Groudon while Brendan and Latios take on Matt and Kyogre. Suddenly, Zinnia drops down from the sky alongside Rayquaza. She tells everyone to calm down, but Kyogre lands an attack on Latios.
Archie and Maxie enter and tell Matt and Courtney to stop fighting, but they do not listen. Zinnia is disheartened, but May and Brendan assure her that they are here to support her in battle.
As Archie and Maxie watch the young Trainers, they decide it is not right for them to clean up a mess that the former are responsible for. They try to talk some sense into Courtney and Matt, who seem to want to listen to them, but their sync stones begin to glow and they both find themselves unable to control their own actions. Maxie and Archie both send out their Pokémon, asking Courtney and Matt to fight them in order to let out their feelings.
;The Terrifying Power of Nature
Maxie and Archie's Pokémon are defeated, and the two begrudgingly withdraw from the fight. As Groudon and Kyogre continue to act out of control, Zinnia gets a phone call from Steven.
At the cliffs with Professor Bellis, Steven informs Zinnia that he plans to fly into space on his Mega Evolved Rayquaza in order to destroy the meteor. He asks her to pacify Groudon and Kyogre so he can do this, as they would both be in his way. Zinnia agrees, but suddenly Deoxys appears behind Steven.
As Zinnia, May, and Brendan continue their fight, both Archie and Maxie lament being unable to assist.
;Destroy the Meteor
At the town, s fight innocent Trainers to steal their Pokémon, celebrating that there is no one around to stop them.
Zinnia, May, and Brendan manage to get Groudon and Kyogre to stop rampaging. Zinnia calls Steven to tell him that it is now safe to leave, but he is unable to, as Deoxys is attacking his Rayquaza. Maxie also calls Steven, informing him that Team Magma is in possession of a suit that will allow the wearer to survive in space. Steven then tells Zinnia that she should be the one to wear the suit and fly into space by Mega Evolving her Rayquaza. She is resistant to the idea, as her Rayquaza is unable to Mega Evolve, but Steven encourages her. He frames the situation as a race to see if she will be able to fly into space before he can catch Deoxys. Inspired, Zinnia accepts.
;In the Shadows of Pasio's Crisis
Zinnia relays Steven's plan to Brendan and May, then sets off. At the beach, Zinnia takes a moment with Rayquaza to acknowledge that they're not alone on their mission. Both her Key Stone and sync stone shine, and she is filled with enthusiasm. Ready to head into space, Zinnia Mega Evolves her Rayquaza.
From the mountain, Professor Bellis watches as a scatter of light shines in the sky. Steven mentions that Zinnia has won the race, then proceeds to capture Deoxys with a Poké Ball.
Later, Steven, Wally, May, and Brendan meet at the town. Brendan remarks that the meteor has been destroyed, and May wonders why Groudon and Kyogre calmed down at the same time. Steven reveals that he found a mysterious device shortly after he caught Deoxys, and that Professor Bellis had shut it down. He tells them that he believes the device was amplifying natural energy, which is what caused the two Legendary Pokémon to go on a rampage.
Looker enters, followed by the Team Aqua and Team Magma Leaders and Admins. Looker explains that Team Rocket caused that chaos as a distraction to carry out their crimes, using the two teams in the process. Both Maxie and Archie apologize, prompting Matt and Courtney to as well.
Maxie and Archie tell everyone that they learned their lesson about arguing over sea and land after facing a worldwide crisis. Archie announces that Team Aqua and Team Magma have called a truce, and Maxie offers to help Pasio in the future if it needs any more protection.
As May notes that they have made lots of new allies, Zinnia is shown watching the group from a rooftop. Steven stares off in her direction as he enthuses over the "potential of people and Pokémon."
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from Differing Perspectives to Uncontrollable Power, was added on July 29, 2022. The second half of this chapter, from The Meteor's Passenger to In the Shadows of Pasio's Crisis, was added on August 10, 2022. 
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
Differing Perspectives 	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge Team Magma: Part 1 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 1
Battle over Natural Energy 	Complete Challenge Team Magma: Part 1 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 1	Gems ×10Challenge Team Aqua: Part 1 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 1
Super-Ancient Pokémon and People	Complete Challenge Team Aqua: Part 1 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 1 	Gems ×10Challenge Team Magma: Part 2 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 2
Justice Serving Beliefs 	Complete Challenge Team Magma: Part 2 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 2	Gems ×10Challenge Team Aqua: Part 2 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 2
Uncontrollable Power 	Complete Challenge Team Aqua: Part 2 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 2 	Gems ×105★ Hoenn Scout Ticket ×15The Meteor's Passenger
The Meteor's Passenger 	Complete Uncontrollable Power 	Gems ×10Challenge Team Magma: Part 3 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 3
Maxie and Archie 	Complete Challenge Team Magma: Part 3 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 3	Gems ×10Challenge Team Aqua: Part 3 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 3
The Terrifying Power of Nature 	Complete Challenge Team Aqua: Part 3 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 3 	Gems ×10Challenge Team Magma: Part 4 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 4
Destroy the Meteor 	Complete Challenge Team Magma: Part 4 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 4	Gems ×10Challenge Courtney and Matt
In the Shadows of Pasio's Crisis	Complete Challenge Courtney and Matt 	Gems ×105★ Hoenn Scout Ticket ×15Challenge Courtney and Matt (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge Team Magma: Part 1 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 1	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Battle over Natural Energy 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Aqua: Part 1 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 1 	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Super-Ancient Pokémon and People 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Magma: Part 2 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 2	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Justice Serving Beliefs 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Aqua: Part 2 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 2 	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Uncontrollable Power 	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Magma: Part 3 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 3	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Maxie and Archie 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Aqua: Part 3 /Challenge the Aqua Grunts: Part 3 	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30The Terrifying Power of Nature 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Magma: Part 4 /Challenge the Magma Grunts: Part 4	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Gems ×30Destroy the Meteor 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Courtney and Matt 	Normal 	↓Matt 	Weakness: ↓Weakness:	Weakness: ↓Weakness:	Weakness: ↓Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1In the Shadows of Pasio's Crisis	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Courtney and Matt 	Hard 	↓Matt 	Weakness: ↓Weakness:	Weakness: ↓Weakness:	Weakness: ↓Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Hoenn Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menu 	No. 03021 	Team Aqua Hideout, Team Magma Hideout(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge the Magma Grunts, Challenge the Aqua Grunts) 	No. 03019 	Battle! (Team Aqua, Team Magma)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
During battle(Challenge Courtney and Matt)Uncontrollable PowerWhile Courtney and Matt command Groudon and Kyogre, respectivelyMaxie and ArchieFrom start 	No. 03020 	Battle! (Aqua Admin, Magma Admin)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Differing PerspectivesFrom startJustice Serving BeliefsAt Team Magma's hideout 	No. 03018 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Magma)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Differing PerspectivesAt Team Aqua's hideout 	No. 03017 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Aqua)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Differing PerspectivesWhen Archer and Ariana report back to GiovanniSuper-Ancient Pokémon and PeopleFrom startUncontrollable PowerFrom start 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Battle over Natural EnergyFrom start 	No. 03012 	Battle! (Brendan and May)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Battle over Natural EnergyAfter Brendan, May, and Wally win their battle 	No. 00008 	Out for a Stroll 	Unknown
Battle over Natural EnergyWhen a disturbance is felt at the battle courtSuper-Ancient Pokémon and PeopleWhile Maxie and Archie argueJustice Serving BeliefsFrom startThe Meteor's PassengerFrom startThe Terrifying Power of NatureWhile Steven talks to Zinnia about the meteor 	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
Battle over Natural EnergyWhile Team Magma and Team Aqua fightThe Meteor's PassengerWhen Deoxys appearsThe Terrifying Power of NatureWhen Deoxys reappearsIn the Shadows of Pasio's CrisisFrom start 	No. 00022 	Legendary Face-Off 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Battle over Natural EnergyWhen Rayquaza arrivesUncontrollable PowerWhen Maxie and Archie learn of Courtney and Matt's rampage 	No. 03011 	Battle! (Super-Ancient Pokémon)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Super-Ancient Pokémon and PeopleWhen Brendan, May, and Wally set out to find Groudon and KyogreThe Terrifying Power of NatureAs Brendan, May, and Zinnia try to calm Groudon and KyogreDestroy the MeteorWhen Steven resolves to catch DeoxysIn the Shadows of Pasio's CrisisWhen Team Magma and Team Aqua call for a truce	No. 00011 	The Way Ahead 	Unknown
Justice Serving BeliefsWhile Maxie talks about him and ArchieIn the Shadows of Pasio's CrisisAs Zinnia prepares to face the meteor 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
Maxie and ArchieWhen Maxie and Archie agree to step in and help 	No. 03008 	Battle! (Archie)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Maxie and ArchieWhen Maxie confronts Courtney 	No. 03009 	Battle! (Maxie)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
The Terrifying Power of NatureFrom startDestroy the MeteorOn the beach 	No. 00005 	Danger! 	Unknown
Destroy the MeteorFrom start 	No. 01016 	Battle! (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Destroy the MeteorWhile Steven battles Deoxys 	No. 03001 	Battle! (Steven)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Destroy the MeteorAs Steven continues to battle Deoxys 	No. 03013 	Decisive Battle! (Steven)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
In the Shadows of Pasio's CrisisWhen Zinnia is ready to Mega Evolve Rayquaza 	No. 03010 	Battle! (Zinnia)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
In the Shadows of Pasio's CrisisAfter Zinnia destroys the meteor 	No. 03027 	Per Aspera Ad Astra(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Unova: Team Plasma & Two Heroes==
This chapter introduces Team Plasma.
===Plot===
;The One to Rule the World
At the ruins, Team Rocket has and his Pokémon cornered. Threatening N, they demand for him to hand over and . As comes forward from the crowd of Grunts, the Shadow Triad appears just in time to whisk away N and his Pokémon.
Two s escort N to , informing him that they have captured Zekrom and Reshiram. After arguing with Ghetsis and learning he intends to unleash 's full power, N suspects that Ghetsis's plan is to fuse all three of the dragons.
;Two Gone Missing
In the square, meets up with , , and , returning from participating in a fashion show with while wearing her sygna suit. The group wonders where N and are, as they were supposed to meet with them. Overhearing their conversation, walks over and informs the group that he had seen Hugh run off to chase Team Plasma.
Meanwhile, two Team Plasma Grunts are shown ordering Hugh to stay in a room at their hideout. When they leave, Hugh turns to see N, who is also trapped inside. Hugh explains to N that Team Plasma has stolen his Pokémon, and that he followed them because he wants to stop their plans to steal all Pokémon. Frowning, N thinks of the way his actions as the king of Team Plasma led people to release their Pokémon.
;Pokémon Released
N tries to introduce himself, but Hugh interrupts him to announce he has an escape plan. Outside the room, two Team Plasma Grunts hear what seems to be a struggle between N and Hugh. They burst into the room, only to be attacked by Hugh.
The two escape into the hallway, and arrive at a locked door. When Hugh suggests breaking it down, N tinkers with the electronic lock. Hugh notes that the king of Team Plasma was supposedly intelligent like N, but N does not respond. He manages to open the door.
The two step into the room and find Hugh's , as well as a . Suddenly, two Team Plasma Grunts enter with their Pokémon. With Bouffalant, Hugh makes short work of them, causing them to retreat. Hugh and N then approach the Genesect, and N notes that it seems to have been experimented on by Team Plasma. N suggests freeing the Pokémon outside so it can be together with a kindhearted Trainer.
;For the Kind People
Walking through town, Colress informs Hilda, Hilbert, Nate, Rosa that he had heard people speak of an injured Pokémon that came from the direction they are heading. The group goes to the Pokémon Center, where and are having a conversation. Brycen assures the group that the injured Pokémon is currently being treated. When Burgh explains a bit about the Pokémon they found, Colress realizes that they are speaking of Genesect.
Suddenly, Genesect charges out from the back of the room, and Trista asks for help with catching it. Genesect abruptly stops in front of the group, then stares at Hilbert and cries out. Hilbert realizes that, because the Pokémon is attempting to speak with him, it must have spoken with N. Hilda understands that Team Plasma must have captured N, and with Trista's permission, the group leaves with Genesect.
;Sync Pairs' Hearts Align
The group walks with Genesect to the mountains, where two Team Plasma Grunts block their path. Telling her friends to go on ahead, Hilda stays to battle the Grunts with her , and Rosa volunteers to fight alongside her.
Hilbert, Nate, and Colress continue with Genesect through a cave, but are suddenly confronted by the Shadow Triad and their three . When the Shadow Triad asks Colress why a Team Plasma scientist like him would work with those who oppose Ghetsis, Colress declares that he is now fully devoted to studying the bonds between people and Pokémon, and that he hates Ghetsis. Colress, Nate, and Hilbert each send out their Pokémon to battle the Shadow Triad and win, but to their surprise, their opponents send out three more Bisharp.
When the Bisharp charge toward Hilbert's , Genesect jumps in front of it to defend it. Appreciative that Genesect is willing to fight together, Hilbert invites it to help, and his sync stone glows. Shortly after, Rosa and Hilda arrive to join the fight. Before Hilbert sends Genesect to keep battling, he acknowledges something in his bag, saying he might need its help if things become difficult.
;Spoken Names
In the town, and Paulo discuss Team Plasma. While Paulo refuses to ever forgive them for their actions, Looker tries to get him to understand that there were some members who believed they were doing the right thing for the sake of Pokémon, just like N had.
At Team Plasma's hideout, N and Hugh locate Ghetsis, approaching him with Bouffalant. The two vow to put an end to his actions, but Ghetsis is only amused. He points out how odd it is that a boy who has had his family's Pokémon stolen by Team Plasma is working with the former king of the same team. Hugh is shocked to learn the truth about N's past, and when N tries to explain his actions, Hugh cuts him off.
;N and Hugh
Understanding that N is a kindhearted person who truly cares for Pokémon, Hugh announces that he trusts him. He yells at Ghetsis for manipulating N, then calls on his Bouffalant to battle, prompting Ghetsis to send out Kyurem.
Meanwhile, Hilbert, Hilda, Nate, Rosa, and Colress make their way into the depths of the hideout. Two Grunts rush in to battle the group, but Hilda cheerfully defeats them with ease. When the others go on ahead, Colress notes the way Hilda's positive demeanor gives strength to her allies, and he marvels at the potential of friendship.
;One Blow to Break Through
As the five keep battling their way through the hideout, they are once again accosted by the Shadow Triad. Hilbert sends out his Samurott and , but both Pokémon are swiftly defeated by the Triad's Bisharp. To Hilbert's surprise, Genesect steps up to fight. He tries to discourage it, but understands that it wants to fight for N's sake. When Nate whispers an idea to Hilbert, Hilbert commands Genesect to attack a nearby wall, creating a large opening. Colress commends Nate for deducing that the Shadow Triad was specifically trying to guard that area of the wall.
;Keep Moving Forward!
As Bouffalant and Kyurem exchange blows, Ghetsis taunts Hugh and N, claiming the latter will never escape the mistakes he had made in the past. His words cut deep into N, who stops to consider if his own actions are simply self-serving. Just as Bouffalant is defeated, Hilbert, Hilda, Rosa, Nate, and Colress arrive with Genesect. They share a happy reunion with N and Hugh, and through Pokémon language, Genesect explains to N that it is here because it wanted to thank him for rescuing it. N is pleased at Genesect's willingness to trust humans, prompting Hugh to encourage N to stop dwelling on the past and to instead look toward a bright future with his friends.
Enraged, Ghetsis summons the Shadow Triad and orders them to bring him Zekrom. He then announces his plan to have Kyurem use Absofusion.
;Two Heroes
To Ghetsis's shock, Hilbert sends out a Kyurem of his own. His Kyurem shoves Ghetsis's, then runs toward Zekrom to combine into Black Kyurem, which Hilbert proceeds to entrust with N. The Shadow Triad sends out their Bisharp, but Black Kyurem and Genesect both work together to stop them. When Ghetsis tries to have his Kyurem attack Genesect, Black Kyurem intercepts it and knocks it out.
Ghetsis yells in fury, but suddenly collects his composure. He attempts to manipulate N once more by feigning sorrow that his own son would betray him. While N admits that he had wanted to become a family, he refuses to hold back against someone who would hurt his friends. Ghetsis then retreats with the Shadow Triad.
At Team Rocket's base, reports to Giovanni the details of Ghetsis's failed scheme. Noting the way Ghetsis retreated, Giovanni suspects he is plotting something else
A few days later, Hilda, Rosa, Nate, Hugh, and Colress meet in the town to discuss Team Plasma. While the group acknowledges that the team could still pose a threat, Colress assures them that if they work together, they should have no problems. Colress then goes on to discuss what he has learned about the power of bonds between people, as well as their Pokémon. Apologizing for the wait, Hilbert and N arrive, dressed in their sygna suits. Hilda leads the group in demanding a battle, surprising the two. N and Hugh both express joy in looking to the future instead of dwelling on the past. Everyone then sends out their Pokémon to battle together.
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from The One to Rule the World to Sync Pairs' Hearts Align, was added on October 31, 2022. The second half of this chapter, from Spoken Names to Two Heroes, was added on November 14, 2022.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
The One to Rule the World	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 1
Two Gone Missing 	Complete Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 1	Gems ×10Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 2
Pokémon Released 	Complete Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 2	Gems ×10Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 3
For the Kind People 	Complete Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 3	Gems ×10Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 4
Sync Pairs' Hearts Align 	Complete Challenge the Plasma Grunts: Part 4	Gems ×105★ Unova Scout Ticket ×15Spoken Names
Spoken Names 	Complete Sync Pairs' Hearts Align 	Gems ×10Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 1
N and Hugh 	Complete Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 1 	Gems ×10Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 2
One Blow to Break Through	Complete Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 2 	Gems ×10Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 3
Keep Moving Forward! 	Complete Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 3 	Gems ×10Challenge Ghetsis
Two Heroes 	Complete Challenge Ghetsis 	Gems ×105★ Unova Scout Ticket ×15Challenge Ghetsis (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge the Team Plasma Grunts: Part 1	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Two Gone Missing 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Team Plasma Grunts: Part 2	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Pokémon Released 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Team Plasma Grunts: Part 3	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30For the Kind People 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Team Plasma Grunts: Part 4	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Sync Pairs' Hearts Align	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 1 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30N and Hugh 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 2 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30One Blow to Break Through 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Shadow Triad: Part 3 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Keep Moving Forward! 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Ghetsis 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Two Heroes 	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Ghetsis 	Hard 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Unova Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menu 	No. 05024 	Aboard the Plasma Frigate(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge the Team Plasma Grunts) 	No. 05025 	Pokémon White 2(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge the Shadow Triad)The One to Rule the WorldWhen the Shadow Triad appearsSync Pairs' Hearts AlignWhen the Shadow Triad appearsOne Blow to Break ThroughWhen the Shadow Triad appears 	No. 05027 	Battle! (Shadow Triad)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge Ghetsis)Spoken NamesWhen Hugh and N confront GhetsisKeep Moving Forward!From startTwo HeroesFrom start 	No. 05016 	Battle! (Ghetsis)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
The One to Rule the WorldFrom startTwo Gone MissingAfter Colress mentions seeing Team PlasmaPokémon ReleasedFrom startFor the Kind PeopleFrom startSpoken NamesFrom start 	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
The One to Rule the WorldAt Team Plasma's hideoutSpoken NamesWhile N tells Hugh about his true identityN and HughAs Hilbert, Hilda, Rosa, and Colress move through the baseOne Blow to Break ThroughFrom startTwo HeroesAt Team Rocket's hideout 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
The One to Rule the WorldWhile Elesa and Hilda show off their sygna suits 	No. 00012 	Let Your Spirit Soar! 	Unknown
Two Gone MissingFrom startTwo HeroesIn town, a few days after the events with Team Plasma 	No. 00007 	Fun with Friends 	Unknown
Pokémon ReleasedWhen Hugh and N get spotted while escapingSync Pairs' Hearts AlignWhen Team Plasma Grunts appear to battle 	No. 05023 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Plasma)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
For the Kind PeopleWhen Genesect appears in the Pokémon Center 	No. 05014 	Battle! (Wild Pokémon: Unova)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Sync Pairs' Hearts AlignFrom start 	No. 00010 	Wild Wanderings 	Unknown
Sync Pairs' Hearts AlignWhen Hilda and Rosa prepare to battle the gruntsN and HughWhen Team Plasma Grunts appearOne Blow to Break ThroughWhen Hilbert figures out where N and Hugh are 	No. 05008 	Battle! (Unova Trainer)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Sync Pairs' Hearts AlignAs Hilbert, Nate, and Colress proceed into the base 	No. 00009 	Island Mysteries 	Unknown
Sync Pairs' Hearts AlignWhen Genesect fights back against the Shadow TriadN and HughWhen Hugh tells N that he trusts himKeep Moving Forward!When Hilbert, Hilda, Rosa, and Colress find N and HughTwo HeroesWhen Hilbert and N show off their sygna suits	No. 00011 	The Way Ahead 	Unknown
N and HughWhen Hugh challenges Ghetsis 	No. 05020 	Battle! (Hugh)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Two HeroesWHen Hilbert sends out his Kyurem to battle 	No. 05022 	Decisive Battle! (N)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Two HeroesAs Ghetsis departs 	No. 00019 	A Melancholy Moment 	Unknown
Two HeroesWhile Colress discusses his analysis of the events that happened 	No. 05021 	Battle! (Colress)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Kalos: Team Flare Flares Up==
This chapter introduces Team Flare.
===Plot===
;A Kalos Peace Ceremony
At Lear's Villa, , , , , and wait for a play starring to begin. The group is joined by , who notes that the play is being held to commemorate the ending of a war in Kalos around 3,000 years ago. Right before the curtain rises, Calem brings up a rumor that has been spreading about an invisible Pokémon on Pasio.
Diantha arrives on stage alongside a , wearing a sygna suit. Expecting something to occur, Looker tries to stay alert, but finds himself engrossed in the play. Suddenly, two s storm the stage, sending out their Pokémon. While continuing to perform in-character, Diantha Mega Evolves her Diancie and prepares to attack. To her surprise, , her , and Mimi arrive to assist her.
;Detective Reunion
As Diantha and Emma prepare to take on Team Flare, Trevor wonders if they too should go to her aid, but Looker points out that Diantha is doing her best to prevent the audience from becoming alarmed. She and Emma swiftly defeat the grunts' Pokémon, forcing them to retreat. Emma then looks up to find Looker in the audience, and he praises her for her work as the head of the .
Sometime later, a and a report the incident to an unknown individual. 
;Team Flare's Mission
After the play ends, Serena, Calem, and the others meet with Diantha and are introduced to Emma. They are joined by and Paulo, who question what Team Flare is trying to accomplish on Pasio. Sycamore struggles to think that Lysandre could be responsible for Team Flare's actions, as he had previously promised him that he would wait to see if Sycamore and the others could change the future. Sycamore wonders aloud if something happened that led Lysandre to act in such a way.
;A Fiery Woman
Emma, Serena, Calem, Trevor, Tierno, Shauna, and Paulo arrive in the town, where there is a festival taking place. As Shauna and Emma chat about how the latter became Looker's coworker, Calem anxiously looks around for the rumored invisible Pokémon. The group decide to search together for it, pleasing Mimi. Seeing Emma and Mimi's close relationship, Shauna assumes it is her partner Pokémon, but she clarifies that role instead belongs to Crobat.
Meanwhile, Looker meets with in an alleyway. He expresses his frustration with her for trying to ruin the play, yet also warning him about the attack. Malva explains that the disruptive Team Flare grunts had not been acting under Lysandre's orders, and had instead gone rogue. Informing Looker that there are more traitors within Team Flare, she asks him to find and arrest them before they can go after one of the team's secret weapons. 
The two are interrupted by a scream. Three Trainers run past them, with one of them fretting about certain people wearing red sunglasses.
;Team Flare vs. Team Flare?!
As Emma and the others chat with each other in the town, a Team Flare grunt arrives, attempting to create a panic. Trevor and Tierno leave to help everyone evacuate while the others prepare to battle. The grunts send out and , but the two Pokémon are quickly defeated by Diantha, who has arrived with Diancie. 
The Collector and Beauty, who had earlier attended the play, approach the two grunts. They remove their disguises, revealing themselves to be wearing Team Flare attire as well. Confronting the other grunts, they chase them away.
Shortly after the commotion ends, Malva enters. After greeting the others, she stands behind Looker and begins to whisper to him. Malva warns him that if he does not help her, and their weapon gets stolen as a result, Team Flare will deal with the traitors their own way to prevent a disaster from occurring. She explains there are many Team Flare members dressed as civilians that will attack on her order if necessary, referencing the Collector and the Beauty. This urges Looker to cooperate with her.
;Hidden from Sight
Looker, dressed as a Team Flare grunt, manages to sneak into the team's hideout. He finds two others in Team Flare clothes who are attempting to extract data from the hideout using a . Porygon moves toward Looker, alerting the others to his presence and prompting him to remove his disguise. The grunts flee with Porygon, and Looker reports this to Emma and Paulo with his , telling them he will guide the grunts toward them.
In a flashback taking place some time earlier, Emma and Paulo ask to join Looker in his investigation. While he is initially hesitant, Diantha convinces him that she will protect the two if anything goes wrong. The four inform Serena, Calem, and Sycamore of their plan, telling them to enjoy their time at the festival. 
Later that night, Serena, Calem, Shauna, Trevor, Tierno, and Sycamore search in the forest for the invisible Pokémon. Suddenly, a thick fog blankets them and their surroundings. At the sound of a Pokémon cry, the fog disperses, revealing both a Yveltal and a . As the two Pokémon prepare to fight, Serena's and Sycamore's appear outside of their Poké Balls. Calem wonders aloud if Volcanion is the rumored Pokémon. 
To everyone's surprise, Lysandre steps forward, dressed in a sygna suit.
;The Traitors' True Identity
As Lysandre sees the group become wary of him, he explains that he was simply training to strengthen his sync stone, and has no desire to fight them. He reveals that he had not given Team Flare orders to cause commotion in town, to Sycamore's relief. Sycamore then asks about Volcanion, prompting Lysandre to explain he chose such a powerful Pokémon as his partner because he saw beauty in its existence. 
Meanwhile, at Team Flare's hideout, Looker, Emma, Paulo, and Diantha corner one of the suspected traitors. Looker attempts to interrogate the grunt, but he is silent. This prompts Emma to ask Mimi to use its power, leading it to telepathically feed information from the grunt's mind into the others. Through this, the four learn that Team Rocket is infiltrating Team Flare to steal their secret weapon, as well as force Lysandre out of hiding. After learning the location of their headquarters, Looker removes the grunt's disguise, revealing Team Rocket attire underneath.
;Detectives and Officers
Looker and Emma split up from Diantha and Paulo so both pairs can investigate each of Team Rocket's headquarters. As the latter pair walks through one of the hideouts, they are ambushed by Proton and some Team Rocket grunts. He reveals that the only purpose of the building they are in is to act as a distraction. Proton and the grunts send out their Pokémon to battle.
At the other hideout, Looker and Emma face off against Petrel and a large group of grunts. With Looker's and Emma's Crobat, they are able to defeat the grunts' Pokémon and force them to retreat, however, Ariana and Archer soon arrive to back up Petrel. 
At the forest, Shauna attempts to convince Lysandre to help protect the world with Volcanion. Inspired by the pure-hearted nature of Shauna and her friends, Lysandre becomes hopeful of the future. After announcing he will deal with the traitors in Team Flare himself, he and Volcanion disappear back into the steam.
;Farewell, Looker?
Emma and Looker's Pokémon grow weak as they battle against Petrel, Ariana, and Archer. Looker considers creating a distraction to allow Emma to get away, but Archer notices this, and sends his at her. Before it can attack, a jumps in between the two, defending her. Its Trainer, , arrives to join the fight. After introducing herself to Emma, Anabel sends Snorlax to battle with the others' Pokémon against the executives'. Shortly after, Paulo and Diantha rush in to assist, preparing to battle as well.
;Under a Beautiful Night Sky
Some time after the battle, the executives are revealed to have escaped. The group manages to corner two Team Rocket grunts whom they intend to interrogate. Before they can, two Team Flare grunts arrive to whisk them away into their custody, angering Looker. 
Later that night, when Lysandre is walking through the forest with Volcanion, a pair of Team Rocket grunts accost him. Demanding Volcanion, the two send out their Pokémon, but Malva arrives in time to knock them out with her . After Malva points out that the two are the only spies remaining, Lysandre commands Volcanion to attack the grunts directly.
At the town, Looker's group reconvenes with Serena, Calem, and the others. When everyone ponders Team Rocket's motive, Anabel reveals that the Aether Foundation had informed her that some of their research materials had been stolen. As she begins to explain what that research contained, the scene transitions to Team Rocket's hideout, where is revealed to have opened an Ultra Wormhole.
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from A Kalos Peace Ceremony to Team Flare vs. Team Flare?!, was added on January 12, 2023. The second half of this chapter, from Hidden from Sight to Under a Beautiful Night Sky, was added on February 13, 2023.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
A Kalos Peace Ceremony 	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 1
Detective Reunion 	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 1 	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 2
Team Flare's Mission 	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 2 	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 3
A Fiery Woman 	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 3 	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 4
Team Flare vs. Team Flare?!	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 4 	Gems ×105★ Kalos Scout Ticket ×15Hidden from Sight
Hidden from Sight 	Complete Team Flare vs. Team Flare?! 	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 5
The Traitors' True Identity	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 5 	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 1
Detectives and Officers 	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 1	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 2
Farewell, Looker? 	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 2	Gems ×10Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 3
Under a Beautiful Night Sky	Complete Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 3	Gems ×105★ Kalos Scout Ticket ×15Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 3 (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 1 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Detective Reunion 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 2 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Team Flare's Mission 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 3 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30A Fiery Woman 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 4 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Team Flare vs. Team Flare?!	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts: Part 5 	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Traitors' True Identity 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 1	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Detectives and Officers 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 2	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Farewell, Looker? 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 3	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Under a Beautiful Night Sky	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Flare Grunts(?): Part 3	Hard 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Kalos Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menuUnder a Beautiful Night SkyWhen Malva receives a phone call 	No. 06012 	Team Flare Secret HQ(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battleTeam Flare vs. Team Flare?!When the Beauty and Collector don their Team Flare outfits 	No. 06013 	Battle! (Team Flare)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Kalos Peace CeremonyFrom startTeam Flare's MissionFrom start 	No. 00025 	Battle Villa 	Unknown
A Kalos Peace CeremonyWhen the play begins 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
A Kalos Peace CeremonyWhen Team Flare Grunts appear during the playTeam Flare vs. Team Flare?!When Team Flare Grunts appear in townUnder a Beautiful Night SkyWhen some Team Flare Grunts confront the Team Rocket Grunts,and when Malva comes to aid Lysandre 	No. 06011 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Flare)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Kalos Peace CeremonyAs Diantha prepares to battle the Team Flare Grunts 	No. 06008 	Decisive Battle! (Diantha)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Kalos Peace CeremonyWhen Emma appearsDetective ReunionFrom start 	No. 06009 	Battle! (Emma)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Detective ReunionWhen the Team Flare Grunts retreatUnder a Beautiful Night SkyDuring the fireworks show 	No. 00012 	Let Your Spirit Soar! 	Unknown
Detective ReunionWhile the Beauty and Collector scheme in privateA Fiery WomanWhen Looker meets with MalvaHidden from SightFrom startThe Traitors' True IdentityAfter Lysandre says he is not intending to battleDetectives and OfficersFrom start, and while Professor Sycamore and Lysandre talkUnder a Beautiful Night SkyFrom start	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
A Fiery WomanFrom startTeam Flare vs. Team Flare?!From start, and after the Team Flare Grunts retreatHidden from SightWhile Looker and Diantha talk about their plans 	No. 00007 	Fun with Friends 	Unknown
A Fiery WomanWhile Team Flare appears to cause trouble in town 	No. 00005 	Danger! 	Unknown
Team Flare vs. Team Flare?!When Diantha arrives to helpDetectives and OfficersAfter Shauna tries to convince Lysandre to protect the worldFarewell, Looker?When Anabel appears to aid Emma and Looker 	No. 00011 	The Way Ahead 	Unknown
Team Flare vs. Team Flare?!While Malva discusses her plans with LookerThe Traitors' True IdentityWhen Mimi reveals Team Rocket's plansUnder a Beautiful Night SkyAfter Paulo questions Team Rocket's goals 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Hidden from SightWhen Looker reveals his disguise 	No. 04012 	Battle! (Looker)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Hidden from SightIn the forest 	No. 00008 	Out for a Stroll 	Unknown
Hidden from SightWhen Yveltal appears 	No. 00022 	Legendary Face-Off 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Hidden from SightWhen Lysandre appears in his sygna suitThe Traitors' True IdentityFrom startUnder a Beautiful Night SkyWhen Lysandre punishes the Team Rocket Grunts 	No. 06010 	Decisive Battle! (Lysandre)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Detectives and OfficersWhile Paulo, Diantha, Looker, and Emma infiltrate Team Rocket's hideout 	No. 02017 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Detectives and OfficersWhen Ariana and Archer appearFarewell, Looker?From start 	No. 01014 	Battle! (Team Rocket Executive)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Farewell, Looker?As Anabel, Emma, and Looker prepare to battle the Team Rocket executives 	No. 03004 	Battle! (Hoenn Frontier Brain)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Under a Beautiful Night SkyWhen Team Rocket Grunts confront Lysandre 	No. 01016 	Battle! (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Alola: Protecting the Island==
This chapter introduces Team Skull and the Aether Foundation.
===Plot===
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from Signs of Disturbance to Illuminating the Darkness, was added on April 28, 2023. The second half of this chapter, from Guardian Deities Assemble to A Future Together, was added on May 12, 2023.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
Signs of Disturbance 	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 1
Opened Gate to Other Worlds	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 1	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 2
Island Guardian Deity 	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 2	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 3
A Picturesque Pair 	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 3	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 4
Illuminating the Darkness 	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 4	Gems ×105★ Alola Scout Ticket ×15Guardian Deities Assemble
Guardian Deities Assemble 	Complete Illuminating the Darkness 	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 5
Begin the Counterattack! 	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 5	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 6
Faba's Plan 	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 6	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 7
An Unexpected Ally 	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 7	Gems ×10Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 8
A Future Together 	Complete Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 8	Gems ×105★ Alola Scout Ticket ×15Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 8 (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 1	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Opened Gate to Other Worlds 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 2	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Alolan formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Island Guardian Deity 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 3	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30A Picturesque Pair 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 4	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Alolan formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Illuminating the Darkness	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 5	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Begin the Counterattack! 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 6	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Alolan formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Faba's Plan 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 7	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30An Unexpected Ally 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 8	Normal 	 	Weakness:	Alolan formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1A Future Together 	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Aether Foundation: Part 8	Hard 	 	Weakness:	Alolan formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Alola Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menu 	No. 07027 	The Secret Side of Aether Paradise(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battleIsland Guardian DeityWhen Mina battles the Aether Foundation EmployeesGuardian Deities AssembleFrom startFaba's PlanFrom startAn Unexpected AllyWhile Lusamine and Faba fight the traitors 	No. 07025 	Battle! (Aether Foundation)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Signs of DisturbanceFrom startA Picturesque PairWhen Hau and Mina reuniteAn Unexpected AllyFrom startA Future TogetherWhile Nanu, Looker, and Anabel talk in town 	No. 00007 	Fun with Friends 	Unknown
Signs of DisturbanceWhen Team Skull Grunts appear 	No. 07029 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Skull)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Signs of DisturbanceWhen Faba is caught with someone on the phoneOpened Gate to Other WorldsWhile Anabel and Lusamine discuss about Ultra Wormholes,and while Hala and Hau take a strollIsland Guardian DeityWhen Mina encounters Aether Foundation EmployeesIlluminating the DarknessFrom startAn Unexpected AllyAs Hau, Mina, Lana, and Acerola battle Aether Foundation EmployeesA Future TogetherWhen Nanu, Looker, and Anabel ponder Team Rocket's motives	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
Signs of DisturbanceDuring the festival at the beachOpened Gate to Other WorldsAfter the Nihilego are capturedA Picturesque PairAfter the Aether Foundation Employees are defeated 	No. 00008 	Out for a Stroll 	Unknown
Signs of DisturbanceWhen Plumeria appears 	No. 07003 	Battle! (Plumeria)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Signs of DisturbanceWhen several Nihilego appear from an Ultra WormholeOpened Gate to Other WorldsAs more Ultra Beasts appear from Ultra WormholesIsland Guardian DeityFrom start 	No. 00022 	Legendary Face-Off 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Signs of DisturbanceWhen Anabel appears to ward off the Nihilego 	— 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Unique Serious) 	Unknown
Opened Gate to Other WorldsFrom startIlluminating the DarknessWhen Aether Foundation Employees report more Ultra Beast sightingsBegin the Counterattack!When Team Rocket brings a Guzzlord and BuzzwoleAn Unexpected AllyAfter all the Ultra Wormholes close 	No. 00005 	Danger! 	Unknown
Opened Gate to Other WorldsWhen Anabel suspects foul play from within the Aether FoundationA Picturesque PairWhile Faba is on another phone call 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Opened Gate to Other WorldsWhen Lillie backs up Gladion with Lunala,and when the player backs up Selene and Elio with Solgaleo 	No. 07022 	Battle! (Solgaleo, Lunala)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Island Guardian DeityWhen Hau fights the Ultra Beasts with Tauros 	No. 07012 	Battle! (Hau)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Island Guardian DeityWhen Tapu Koko and Tapu Fini appearA Picturesque PairFrom startGuardian Deities AssembleWhen Tapu Bulu and Tapu Lele appear 	No. 07021 	Battle! (Tapu)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Island Guardian DeityWhen Hau forms a sync pair with Tapu KokoGuardian Deities AssembleWhen Lana forms a sync pair with Tapu LeleBegin the Counterattack!From startAn Unexpected AllyWhen Hau, Mina, Lana, and Acerola all reunite 	No. 07028 	Battle! (New Wind on Alola)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Picturesque PairWhen Gladion takes on Faba 	No. 07005 	Battle! (Gladion)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Illuminating the DarknessWhen some Aether Foundation Employees betray Lusamine 	No. 07024 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Aether Foundation)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Illuminating the DarknessWhen Team Rocket Grunts appear 	No. 02017 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Guardian Deities AssembleWhen Acerola scolds Tapu Bulu 	No. 07015 	Battle! (Alola Elite Four: Acerola)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Begin the Counterattack!After Nanu and Olivia appear 	No. 00009 	Island Mysteries 	Unknown
Begin the Counterattack!When Looker and Anabel appear 	No. 00011 	The Way Ahead 	Unknown
Begin the Counterattack!When Nanu joins forces with Looker and Anabel 	No. 04012 	Battle! (Looker)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Faba's PlanWhen Faba confesses he wanted a new job 	No. 00015 	Shenanigans 	Unknown
Faba's PlanWhen Lusamine fights back with Faba 	No. 07007 	Battle! (Lusamine)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
An Unexpected AllyWhen Guzma and Plumeria arrive to support Lusamine and Faba 	No. 07004 	Battle! (Guzma)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
An Unexpected AllyAfter the Aether Foundation Employees have been defeated 	No. 00010 	Wild Wanderings 	Unknown
A Future TogetherFrom start 	No. 00003 	Taking It Easy 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Galar: A Millennium into the Future==
This chapter introduces , , and Team Yell.
===Plot===
;The Galar Region's Hero
 talks to a group of kids about his . When one of them asks what his job is, explains that he's chairman of the Galar Pokémon League and president of a large business conglomerate. He starts to tell the kids more about Galar, but Oleana hurries him off to their next engagement.
Later, as Rose and Oleana are visiting a in town, , , , , and pass by and are shocked when they notice Rose. He greets them warmly, but they are less than pleased. Rose and Oleana don't have any idea why the group thinks Rose was arrested, so they play along with Rose's assumption that they were just joking and step away to discuss what's going on. Leon doesn't think they were lying or playing innocent, and Victor suggests that they might not have done anything at all. After all, there are people on Pasio who say that they remember things slightly differently than others, so they may have come from slightly different times. So, this Chairman Rose and Oleana here might have come from a time before they caused the Darkest Day in Galar. Hop is worried that they might start something on Pasio, and Leon doesn't know how to reassure him. Rose interrupts their conversation to suggest that they walk around Pasio and talk.
;As Quickly as Possible
Leon and Sonia are too busy to go on a walk, so only Victor, Hop, and Gloria come with Rose and Oleana. While on their walk, they run into crowd watching a battle between and . They each use their sync move, sparking interest from Rose and Oleana, who have never seen them before. Hop and Victor explain briefly what sync moves and sync stones are, and Rose comments that a sync stone must hold a lot of energy. He then asks if the kids can introduce him to whoever on Pasio is an expert on sync stones, so they take Rose to meet Lear and Professor Bellis.
At Lear's mansion, Rose explains that he wants to solve the energy problem in the Galar region and around the world, and he thinks sync stones might provide the solution to that problem. He wants to take over the management of sync stones and focus sync stone research on its potential as an energy source. Professor Bellis reminds him that sync stones have boundless potential beyond being a good source of energy, and they shouldn't limit the use of sync stones to a single purpose. Lear agrees, believing that sync stones can enrich the connection between Pokémon and Trainer and that the research into them shouldn't be rushed - there are plenty of people on Pasio who abuse the power of sync stones. In addition, Professor Bellis warns that because they don't completely understand sync stones, they can be unstable at times. She wants to keep studying the utility and dangers of sync stones, so she cannot allow him to bring her research to a complete stop. Rose promises to think over their words and thanks them for their time.
Afterwards, Hop, Victor, and Gloria are concerned about the fact that Rose is still rushing to solve the energy crisis as soon as possible.
;Whispering Shadows
Hop, Victor, and Gloria report everything from their conversation with the chairman to Leon. Then, Leon explains to Lear and Professor Bellis what Chairman Rose did back in Galar. The Rose they knew turned himself in after everything was over, but the Rose that's here now doesn't seem to remember that any of that happened, so they're worried that he might try to do the same thing again. However, Leon believes that they share the same desire to create a brighter future for Galar and the world, so he doesn't want to work directly against the chairman. Professor Bellis is doubtful that he'll be able to do anything too extreme; he's only just come to Pasio and therefore won't have access to the facilities he'd need to do his own research, and she's been taking extra good care of her sync stone research data ever since Giovanni came after it.
Elsewhere, Chairman Rose laments the fact that they're dragging their feet when there's a way to save the future right in front of them, and expresses his desire to provide limitless energy to ensure everlasting prosperity for everyone. He wants to do something as soon as possible, even if people hate him for it. , overhearing Rose's monologue, approaches Rose and offers to share with him a way to extract sync stones' power. Oleana finds him suspicious and advises that Rose not listen to him, but Rose ignores her - he can't be picky about his methods if he's going to protect the future. Rose asks Giovanni how he could gain management over all sync stones, and Giovanni says that he'd need to own Pasio to do that. He also tells Rose to keep their alliance a secret from everyone else.
;Repeated Mistakes
A few days later, Hop, Gloria, and Leon are talking to about using the arena to host a Pokémon battle event with everyone from Galar. Unfortunately, Rose has already applied to use all the arenas on Pasio at that time, so the only place that's still available is the village square.
In the square, is battling while all the other Gym Leaders from Galar watch, along with Leon, Sonia, Gloria, Hop, and Lear. A group of s are cheering for Piers, and Gordie remarks how passionate they are. Leon says that Rose is trying to compete with them by hosting Pokémon battle events in large venues, and Sonia says that they've lost a lot of their audience to him. Hop says it's suspicious, but Lear says there was nothing suspicious about the applications themselves, so they had no good reason to reject them.
Meanwhile, Victor has joined one of Rose's events to keep an eye on things. At the event, Rose gives a speech that is broadcast all over Pasio where he says that the attitude that sync stones should only be used for Pokémon battles is incorrect; he has looked at the research on sync stones and is developing technology that can utilize their energy. He presents a variety of his inventions to the spectators, and everyone is impressed. However, Victor knows that it shouldn't be easy to access the research data on sync stones, so he wonders how Rose got his hands on it. , , , , and are all impressed by Rose's presentation, with Clemont wondering if Rose could help with his inventions. Rose then laments that the potential of sync stones has been ignored in favor of using them as tools to promote Pasio, and he blames Lear for controlling and monopolizing the use of sync stones. He says they need to act as quickly as they can to research how to use sync stones for energy, and to that end, he would like to take over the management of all sync stones.
;Headed for the Same Future!
After the speech is over, Victor approaches Rose and asks him how he got ahold of the data on sync stones. Rose says he received it from his new business partner, though he does not disclose their identity, saying that he doesn't care who he works with for the sake of a prosperous future.
Sync pairs across Pasio react to the speech in different ways. Some think it's ridiculous to think about a problem that might happen a millennium from now, while others - such as - say that it's worth thinking about how to preserve the world for future generations. Some think that it's definitely a good idea, while others are skeptical about having one person managing all of the sync stones.
Several days later, Victor, Hop, and Gloria are talking with Lear, Sawyer, Rachel, and Professor Bellis about the effect Rose' speech had on the island, with some people taking Rose's words to heart and criticizing Lear for "monopolizing the use of sync stones". Hop says that the island has started to split into opposing factions, with some people supporting Rose and some people supporting Lear. Lear doesn't want to leave it completely alone, for fear that things will get worse, so Leon steps up with Piers, , and Team Yell to fight back. Before Rose can do anything like causing the Darkest Day again, Leon wants to tell him that he doesn't have to change the future alone, because they can do it together. Victor, Gloria, and Hop all agree to help, so Leon says that they're going to start battling each other in order to understand each other and move towards the future they share.
;Leon's Wish
Now wearing his outfit from the , Leon watches a battle in the village square between , a , and a . Marnie, Piers, and Team Yell cheer for the kids. Together, they manage to defeat Raihan's , and Raihan congratulates them on their teamwork. Raihan says that if they can't do something on their own, they can work together with others to be even stronger, which Leon agrees with; he tells the kids to remember that they can overcome any obstacle if they work together.
In Lear's villa, Oleana reports to Rose that Leon has been hosting Pokémon battle events focused on using sync stones all over Pasio. Rose isn't surprised at all by this, and says he'll proceed with his next step. He then asks Oleana to prepare for the announcement of someone's incredible inventions.
Back in the square, Gloria approaches the group wearing her uniform from the Gym Challenge and says they've got a problem - there's been an announcement in town about inventions that use sync stones. So, she and Leon head to town and find Rose and Oleana surrounded by a large group of people. Rose teases Leon about having an event to attend, and Leon turns his attention to the others with him - Clemont, Volkner, and Sophocles, who look a little sad. Leon asks Rose what they're doing here, and Rose says they're collaborating with him to use sync stone energy more effectively. Rose says that they don't understand - he doesn't intend to limit sync stones' potential. Then he asks them whether they should prioritize the potential of people and Pokémon or the energy problem.
;Rose's Methods
Rose says that their time is limited, so they have to prioritize something. The ideas and technology formed by the young inventors will eventually wither away - it doesn't last forever. But the relationship between people and Pokémon can flourish right now, without having to rely on sync stones. So, he thinks they should take their time with researching that and focus now on researching energy use that could save their future. Volkner doesn't think that Rose plans to use sync stones maliciously, so he doesn't think it's bad for him to be in charge of the sync stones, and Clemont says it's not a bad thing for them to create inventions that light up the future. Gloria asks why they all seem unhappy if that's the case - they're passionate about inventing things, but right now they don't seem excited at all. Volkner admits that Rose's request involves a lot of restrictions, which Rose says isn't true. They just don't have time to play around, so they have to eliminate anything useless - including their ideals. Clemont says that if that's the case, they can't create what Rose wants, so they excuse themselves.
Rose is disappointed, and Leon points out that with the way he's going about things, he is going to limit sync stones' potential. His methods shut other people down, which will make them not want to help him. His options will keep dwindling until he ends up in a position where no one will help him, and he can't save the future a millennium from now like that. However, Rose says that his methods do work - his success in building up Macro Cosmos is proof of that. Leon says that if Rose still doesn't understand after this conversation, there's only one option left: they need to have a Pokémon battle. He challenges the chairman to a group battle to show him the importance of connecting with others. Rose says that he won't change his mind, even if he loses, but he'll accept Leon's challenge if that'll make him happy. He says that with Leon as his opponent, he'll obviously be at a disadvantage, so he asks Leon if he can bring along some supporters. Leon says that Rose can bring whoever he wants, but Leon will win and change Rose's mind.
Later, Victor meets up with in an alley. Looker says he gathered information on the matter Victor wanted him to look into, and he's determined that Rose's partner is none other than the boss of Team Rocket, Giovanni.
;The Decisive Battle Begins
In Professor Bellis's lab, Victor and Looker tell Leon and Gloria what they found out about Rose's partner. Looker says they're using their usual method of stirring up trouble and then committing crimes while the attention is on someone else. Leon is angry that they're just using Chairman Rose to get what they want. Gloria says they need to tell Chairman Rose about this immediately, hoping that he'll stop if he finds out that he's been working with Team Rocket. However, Victor doesn't think that'll work, recalling that Rose said he doesn't care who he works with for the sake of a prosperous future. Leon agrees, since it's not that different from how he carried out his plan back in Galar even knowing the dangers of awakening Eternatus. He says they need to fundamentally change Chairman Rose's way of thinking when they battle him.
On the day of the tournament, Leon greets the crowd. Gloria, Marnie, Hop, Victor, Rose, and Oleana watch from the battlefield as Leon explains the rules for the upcoming battle. Each side will have nine Trainers, and they'll go head-to-head using Pasio's three-on-three team battle format; the team with the most wins overall will be the victor. On the sideline, Piers reminds Team Yell to cheer for Marnie with all they've got.
All around Pasio, Trainers are gathering to watch the tournament. Sonia, , and Raihan watch a crowd discussing which side they think will win, and they comment that while this was announced to the public as just another tournament, it doesn't feel that way. People are seeing this as a way to settle the score between Lear's supporters and Rose's supporters. Raihan wonders why Chairman Rose is looking so confident, since normally he'd have no chance to win in a battle against Leon.
Leon's team for the first round is Hop, Marnie, and Gloria, and he gives them a few words of encouragement before the match begins. Then, they discover they're facing off against Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars of Team Galactic.
;Taking Sides
Hop and Gloria are shocked that the other supporters Rose was referring to were Team Galactic. Marnie says they're troublemakers from Sinnoh, which Jupiter thinks is rude. They're working towards completing the human spirit, and they think that advancements in the practical uses of sync stones will be beneficial for them. However, Saturn assures them that they don't agree with Rose's ideology, and Mars says the only person whose orders they listen to is .
Piers and Team Yell cheer for Marnie as the battle begins. Hop's boosts the team's stats while Marnie's goes on the offensive. Jupiter tries having her target Morpeko, since it looks weak, but Hop's Zamazenta shields it from the attack. Finally, Gloria's Gigantamaxes and defeats Skuntank, Saturn's , and Mars's to win them the battle. As the young Galarians celebrate their victory, Saturn comments that the connections between hearts have endless potential after all.
The second battle pits Sawyer, Rachel, and a who works for Lear against and Tabitha of Team Magma, plus Oleana. Oleana tells her allies that they can't lose, so they should battle with caution. Courtney tells Oleana not to boss her around - she's only here to help the development of humanity and . Oleana says that they wouldn't be in this situation if Lear just gave up his mining rights, which angers Rachel and the Beauty. Tabitha is a little scared of the battle, but Sawyer says he'll take Tabitha on.
The battle begins with Sawyer's and Rachel's charging the other team and the Beauty's attacking right after, dealing big damage to Tabitha's and Courtney's . This peeves Oleana, who declares that she won't let anyone interfere with Rose's plan and has her Gigantamax to take out the other team. Rachel and Sawyer mourn their loss, but they have faith that their young master will win.
For the final battle, Leon's team, consisting of himself, Lear, and Victor, arrives on the field first. Rose's teammates arrive one at a time and explain why they decided to support Rose: Maxie, who says that Team Magma works for the development of humanity, and Colress, who says that Rose's research piqued his interest. This leaves Lear a little miffed that Colress would switch sides on him. Rose finally arrives on the field, declaring that they'll have a "champion time".
;A Small Step into the Future
The battle begins with Maxie's attacking Victor's . Then, Colress's attacks Leon's . Rose's tries to get in a hit on Dragapult while it's stunned, but Lear's swaps places with it. Lear tells Rose that he once only believed in his own strength, thinking that was all he could rely on, but the Trainers he met on Pasio changed him. He and Hoopa use a sync move on Copperajah, something that Lear says he wasn't capable of back then. He let his fixation on power get the best of him, so now he wants to steer Pasio and the power of sync stones in a better direction. He pleads for Rose to trust them. Rose says again that they simply don't have the time for that, and he Gigantamaxes his Copperajah. Leon and Victor don't back down, and their Pokémon survive Copperajah's Max Move. Leon says that he couldn't have taken that attack on his own, because there's only so much he can do by himself. Victor chimes in to say that if they all forge onward together instead of moving alone, they can accomplish so much more. Leon's wish is to become strong with everyone from Galar, and he wants Chairman Rose to be a part of that. Lear says that there are still a lot of mysteries surrounding sync stones, so Rose's help with the research would be appreciated - they can research using sync stones for energy and using them to connect people and Pokémon at the same time.
Rose considers their words and accepts defeat, returning his Copperajah; Colress and Maxie do the same with their partners. Rose admits that the shine of their sync stones is proof of the strength of connections, and he can't shine like that on his own. He recognizes that approaching sync stones scientifically was misguided, since they're rooted in the power of the human heart, and he also recognizes that sync pairs need a place to compete with each other freely. So, clearly, monopolizing sync stones himself isn't the best way of doing things. He invites Lear to be his partner in sync stone research, and Lear says he looks forward to it.
As the group chats happily on the battlefield, Rose and Oleana watch from a distance. Leon approaches Rose and says there's something he wants to talk to him about.
That night, Rose and Oleana are standing on the beach when they're approached by Giovanni. Giovanni is furious that Rose backed down from taking over the management of sync stones, and he asks Rose to explain himself. Rose says he realized Giovanni's methods weren't enough and changed his plans. He also says that they were both planning on using each other and reveals that he knows who Giovanni is. Giovanni concedes this to him, and it was easy for him to move about for a while thanks to all the commotion Rose caused, so he did gain something out of their deal. He then tells Rose to look forward to what's about to happen.
A few days later, Rose stands in the stadium, welcoming people to Pasio. He talks a little about what Pasio is and what sync pairs are, and then he introduces Leon and for an exhibition match against Gloria and Cinderace.
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from The Galar Region's Hero to Headed for the Same Future!, was added on July 14, 2023. The second half of this chapter, from Leon's Wish to A Small Step into the Future, was added on July 31, 2023.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
The Galar Region's Hero 	Available from start 	Gems ×10Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 1
As Quickly as Possible 	Complete Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 1	Gems ×10Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 2
Whispering Shadows 	Complete Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 2	Gems ×10Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 3
Repeated Mistakes 	Complete Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 3	Gems ×10Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 4
Headed for the Same Future! 	Complete Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 4	Gems ×105★ Galar Scout Ticket ×15Leon's Wish
Leon's Wish 	Complete Headed for the Same Future! 	Gems ×10Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 5
Rose's Methods 	Complete Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 5	Gems ×10Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 6
The Decisive Battle Begins 	Complete Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 6	Gems ×10Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 7
Taking Sides 	Complete Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 7	Gems ×10Challenge Rose
A Small Step into the Future	Complete Challenge Rose 	Gems ×105★ Galar Scout Ticket ×15Challenge Rose (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Trainers	Trainers	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Trainers	Trainers	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 1	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30As Quickly as Possible 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 2	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Whispering Shadows 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 3	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Repeated Mistakes 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 4	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Headed for the Same Future! 	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 5	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Rose's Methods 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 6	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Decisive Battle Begins 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose's Supporters: Part 7	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Taking Sides 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose 	Normal 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1A Small Step into the Future	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Rose 	Hard 	 	 	 	Weakness:	Weakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Galar Scout Ticket ×30 	2,770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menu 	No. 08015 	Darkest Day(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge Rose's Supporters) 	No. 00017 	Battle! (Sync Pair) 	Shota Kageyama
During battle(Challenge Rose)Repeated MistakesWhen Rose demands control over sync stonesTaking SidesAs Rose prepares for battleA Small Step into the FutureFrom start 	No. 08011 	Battle! (Rose)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
The Galar Region's HeroFrom startAs Quickly as PossibleFrom startLeon's WishDuring the aftermath of the battle in town 	No. 00007 	Fun with Friends 	Unknown
The Galar Region's HeroWhen Rose and Oleana are suspected to come from a different timeAs Quickly as PossibleWHile Hop, Victor, and Gloria discuss what to do abotu RoseWhispering ShadowsFrom startRepeated MistakesWhen Rose is suspected to be competing for audience attentionHeaded for the Same Future!From startLeon's WishIn town, while Rose makes another announcementRose's MethodsFrom startThe Decisive Battle BeginsFrom start	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
As Quickly as PossibleDuring Allister and Shauntal's battleLeon's WishFrom start 	No. 08005 	Battle! (Galar Gym Leader)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
As Quickly as PossibleWhen Rose proposes his plans to LearRepeated MistakesFrom startHeaded for the Same Future!Several days after Rose's speechLeon's WishWhile Rose and Oleana talk about Leon 	No. 00025 	Battle Villa 	Unknown
Whispering ShadowsWhile Rose and Oleana are at the beachRose's MethodsWhen Victor meets Looker in an alley 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Whispering ShadowsWhen Rose is approached by Giovanni 	No. 01005 	Battle! (Giovanni)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Repeated MistakesWhile Gordie and Piers battle 	No. 08001 	Battle! (Piers)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Repeated MistakesAt the stadium, during Rose's announcementThe Decisive Battle BeginsAt the stadiumTaking SidesAfter the Team Galactic Commanders loseA Small Step into the FutureAs Leon asks to talk to Rose in private 	No. 00002 	Pokémon Masters EX Main Theme 	Unknown
Headed for the Same Future!When Leon and Piers arriveA Small Step into the FutureAs Leon prepares to battle Gloria 	No. 08003 	Battle! (Leon)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Rose's MethodsWhen Leon challenges Rose to a battle 	No. 08013 	Decisive Battle! (Leon)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Taking SidesBefore Hop, Marnie, and Gloria battle the Team Galactic Commanders 	No. 04024 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Galactic)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Taking SidesWhile Hop, Marnie, and Gloria battle the Team Galactic Commanders 	No. 04011 	Battle! (Team Galactic Commander)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Taking SidesWhen Gloria Gigatamaxes her Cinderace 	No. 08006 	Battle! (Galar Trainer)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Taking SidesWhen Rachel and Sawyer begin their battle 	No. 00031 	Battle! (Rachel and Sawyer) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Taking SidesWhen Oleana Gigantamaxes her Garbodor 	No. 08012 	Battle! (Oleana)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Small Step into the FutureAfter Rose's defeat 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
A Small Step into the FutureWhen Giovanni reconvenes with Rose 	No. 01013 	Decisive Battle! (Giovanni)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Paulo: The Path Forward==
This chapter focuses on Paulo and his quest for strength. It also introduces Tina, Paulo's childhood friend.
===Plot===
===Area info===
Area name 	Unlock condition 	Date added 	First-Time Rewards
A Late Arrival 	Complete 1 chapter of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty 	November 26, 2021	Gems ×10
Justice without Power	Complete 2 chapters of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty	March 29, 2022 	Gems ×10
Good or Evil Bonds 	Complete 3 chapters of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty	October 10, 2022 	Gems ×10
Too Late for Guidance	Complete 4 chapters of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty	October 10, 2022 	Gems ×10
A Reason to Be Strong	Complete 5 chapters of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty	December 5, 2022 	Gems ×10
Flame of Hatred 	Complete 6 chapters of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty	April 11, 2023 	Gems ×10
The Last Evil 	Complete 8 chapters of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty	August 16, 2023 	Gems ×10
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menu 	No. 00004 	Adventure Awaits! 	Unknown
A Late ArrivalAfter Paulo's flashbacksGood or Evil BondsWhen Tina finds PauloToo Late for GuidanceAfter Cheren asks why Paulo wants to get stronger,and while Hoopa is lost in the cityA Reason to Be StrongAfter Paulo saves Hoopa from the Team Plasma Grunts,and after Paulo agrees to visit Team Plasma's hideoutFlame of HatredWhile Blue, Misty, Erika, Cheren, and Looker search for PauloThe Last EvilAfter Paulo's plans are set in motion	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
A Late ArrivalAfter Tina appears, and after Paulo and the player's battleA Reason to Be StrongWhile Paulo talks to Hoopa 	No. 00007 	Fun with Friends 	Unknown
A Late ArrivalWhen Paulo and the player battle 	No. 00046 	Battle! (Paulo) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Justice Without PowerFrom start 	No. 00017 	Battle! (Sync Pair) 	Shota Kageyama
Justice Without PowerAfter Paulo and Tina's battleGood or Evil BondsWhen Looker appearsA Reason to Be StrongFrom start 	No. 00008 	Out for a Stroll 	Unknown
Justice Without PowerWhen the Team Rocket Grunts appear 	No. 02017 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Justice Without PowerWhen Tina and Paulo battle the Team Rocket Grunts 	No. 01016 	Battle! (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Justice Without PowerWhen Giovanni appears 	No. 01015 	Team Rocket Hideout: Kanto(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Justice Without PowerAfter Paulo and Tina are defeatedGood or Evil BondsWhile Colress talks about the connections between people and PokémonA Reason to Be StrongWhile Hoopa continues wandering the cityFlame of HatredFrom start, and after Paulo's Rockruff disappearsThe Last EvilWhen Paulo asks Team Break to ally with him 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Good or Evil BondsFrom startThe Last EvilWhen Team Break challenges various villainous organizations 	No. 00044 	Battle! (Powerful Team Break) 	Unknown
Good or Evil BondsWhen Colress appears 	No. 05021 	Battle! (Colress)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Too Late for GuidanceFrom start 	No. 00025 	Battle Villa 	Unknown
Too Late for GuidanceWhen an Ace Trainer reports trouble in the city 	No. 00023 	Battle! (Team Break) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Too Late for GuidanceWhile Paulo battles Team RocketA Reason to Be StrongDuring Tina's flashback, when the Collector battles Dratini 	No. 00005 	Danger! 	Unknown
A Reason to Be StrongDuring Tina's flashback, after Dratini is taken by the CollectorFlame of HatredAfter Team Plasma retreats 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
A Reason to Be StrongWhen the Team Plasma Grunts attempt to battle Hoopa 	No. 05025 	Pokémon White 2(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Reason to Be StrongWhen the Shadow Triad appears before Tina, and later PauloFlame of HatredAs Paulo battles the Shadow Triad 	No. 05027 	Battle! (Shadow Triad)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Flame of HatredAfter Ghetsis betrays Paulo's trust, and when Ghetsis attacks Paulo 	No. 05016 	Battle! (Ghetsis)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Flame of HatredWhen Paulo's Rockruff fights back against Ghetsis 	No. 00019 	A Melancholy Moment 	Unknown
Flame of HatredWhen Paulo forms a sync pair with Hoopa 	No. 00045 	Decisive Battle! (Paulo) 	Unknown
The Last EvilFrom start 	— 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Break) 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Final Chapter: Where Ideals Cross Paths==
This chapter serves as a sequel to all the other chapters of the Villain Arc, and as such can only be played after the player has completed all the other chapters.
===Plot===
;Unstoppable Power
Paulo and a group of Team Break members are battling a pair of s and s. Paulo tells them that they have two options: to leave their organization and any loyalty and ideals that go with it, or join Team Break and be under his command. When they refuse to betray their bosses, Paulo declares he has no choice but to take them down, and he has summon a , a , and a to destroy them.
Just in time, the player - Scottie or Bettie - shows up alongside , , and , giving the grunts an opening to flee. Rosa pleads for Paulo to stop, but he says he can't back down now and that no one else is willing or able to do this, so he has to do it himself. This reminds Gloria of , so she tries to tell him that that's not true, but Paulo won't listen, and Hoopa defeats the player. However, they hear the player's allies approaching, and Paulo decides to retreat because it'll be a pain to deal with more of them. Before he leaves, Paulo tells the player that it's not the right time to settle their score yet, and he demands that the player stay out of his way until he's become the "last evil".
;The Target
, , and arrive, and Brendan and Gloria tell them what Paulo said about having no choice but to become the "last evil". Ethan points out that if his goal is to destroy all evil, then once he accomplishes that, he'll want someone to take him down as well. Serena says that he shouldn't have to shoulder that responsibility all by himself, and she doesn't want him to experience the kind of sadness that and felt. Ethan says that Paulo can become stronger without going down the path of evil, and he just doesn't like asking for help, much like . Rosa says that just because Paulo made a mistake doesn't mean there's no going back, just like how and came to an understanding. So, the group resolves to show Paulo that it's not too late for him to stop and work with others.
Elsewhere, Paulo and Team Break defeat some s with , , and . One of the comments to Paulo that Team Break has been growing a lot since forcing the other villainous teams' members to join them, and Paulo notes that most of the other organizations are afraid of them now. So, he decides that their next move will be to take down Team Rocket. After receiving the news in Team Rocket's hideout, declares that it's time for them to make their move as well.
;The Adult Way
In the Centra City Pokémon Center, Tina and the player are talking to Trista, Trinnia, and Tricia when Professor Bellis arrives and informs them that Team Break has launched a large-scale attack on Team Rocket. Tina and the player immediately understand and rush off to go find Paulo.
s and Team Break members are battling all over the city. , , and show up to stop them, but Looker's is immediately taken out. One Team Rocket Grunt pulls out a to fight with, confirming Anabel's suspicions that Team Rocket got their hands on Ultra Beasts.
Meanwhile, Paulo and a pair of Team Break members arrive in Team Rocket's hideout and confronts Giovanni, , and . Giovanni compliments Paulo's attitude and leadership, and he invites Paulo to join forces with Team Rocket. He thinks it's pointless for them to keep fighting each other and draining their resources when together, they could take complete control of the world. And, if they have complete control over the world, Paulo would be able to create the world without evil that he desires. However, Paulo refuses the offer, saying that Giovanni prioritizes himself above anything else, and that's the kind of thinking Paulo despises most. Giovanni is disappointed, and he and his s send out their Pokémon to battle Paulo and his Masked Men.
The Team Break members are able to defeat Archer and Ariana using a and summoned by Hoopa, but Giovanni's Mega Evolves and knocks them out. Paulo simply has Hoopa summon more Legendary Pokémon. Giovanni commends Paulo for not being all talk, but then appeals to Hoopa, inviting it to join him and use its power as much as it likes. Giovanni's sync stone shines, and to Paulo's shock, Hoopa - along with the and that it summoned - leaves his side and joins Giovanni. Giovanni boasts that taming a Pokémon rampaging around on pure instinct after having its power unleashed - just like he did to Mewtwo in the Kanto chapter - is child's play for him.
;Wrong Choice
Ariana and Archer praise Giovanni for taming Hoopa, and the Team Break members Paulo brought along immediately switch to Giovanni's side. Paulo feels betrayed, but the Masked Men say that there's no point in following him now that he's lost control of Hoopa's power. Giovanni asks if Paulo is still clinging to the idea of connections with other people and Pokémon, which Paulo doesn't deny. Giovanni then says that it was a smart decision to reject friendship and bonds, since the adult world is heartless, but Paulo still didn't gain enough power. He says that Paulo made the wrong decision to not join forces with him just because he resents Giovanni - that he could've noticed the strength difference between Giovanni and himself, or pretended to cooperate at first, but then launched a surprise attack. He says that Paulo still has a lot to learn about operating like an adult, and at Giovanni's command, Hoopa teleports away with Giovanni and all his allies. Just then, the player and Tina arrive.
In the city, Giovanni and Team Rocket start using Hoopa's power to summon Legendary Pokémon. , , and show up to fight them, but their Pokémon are swiftly defeated. Ariana, Archer, and a group of Team Rocket Grunts march into Lear's villa to fight Lear, Rachel, and . , , and , all wearing their sygna suits, struggle against and in another part of the city.
Back in the Pokémon Center, Looker reports to Tina that Team Rocket has been slowly taking over Pasio. , Lear, and the s are doing their best to stop them, but he doesn't know how long they can protect the island. Looker and Tina glance at Paulo, who has been listening to the whole conversation, but won't look at them. Looker says that he's not going to lecture Paulo as long as he takes responsibility for what he's done, and he can't keep moping about forever. They need to figure out what to do, and Looker hopes Paulo can find the power within him to help them and face his mistakes. Looker then says he has to go - Croagunk's injuries aren't fully healed, so he can't battle, but he can support the sync pairs still fighting. After Looker leaves, the player arrives with .
;Once Again...
Professor Oak, having been told by the player what happened, guesses that Paulo has been reflecting on what true strength is and wondering why he lost to Giovanni. He recalls having a similar conversation with after he lost to , and Professor Oak gives Paulo the same advice that he gave Blue back then: he needs to love and trust his Pokémon. Paulo admits that he knows it was wrong, but he threw away love, trust, and his , so he doesn't think he deserves to battle alongside Rockruff anymore. Tina, however, says he's being a dummy - even though he thinks that way, Rockruff doesn't. Then, to Paulo's shock, his Rockruff comes bounding up to him from the back of the Pokémon Center, followed by Trista, Trinnia, and Tricia.
Trista reports that Rockruff has been restored to full health. Tina explains that she found him somewhere isolated, trying to heal his wounds, and she thinks Hoopa teleported him to safety just before it got hit by 's attack. That's why she had said they should go look for Rockruff together. Trista, Trinnia, and Tricia say that it would've been bad if they hadn't treated him when they did, so they're grateful to Tina for finding Rockruff and carrying him back to the Pokémon Center. Paulo starts to apologize to Tina, but she tells him to apologize to Rockruff first. Paulo apologizes and asks Rockruff to stay with him, to which Rockruff happily agrees. Paulo returns Rockruff to his Poké Ball and then apologizes to Tina, Professor Oak, and the player. He acknowledges that he's the reason they're in this situation, and he'll accept any punishment they want to give him later, but first he wants to work together with them to protect Pasio. The player happily accepts his request, and Professor Oak says he can bounce back from his mistakes no matter how many he makes. Professor Oak also promises to do his best to support Paulo in pursuing his goals. Tina says that she has a device that made to help Paulo that can return Hoopa to its usual form. A small smile makes its way onto Paulo's face as he realizes how many people have been trying to help him. The player suggests that they use Colress's device to stop Giovanni, but Paulo says that's not quite right - they need to focus on finding Giovanni and saving Hoopa by returning it to its original form while the other sync pairs focus on protecting Pasio. They might need to battle him to get an opening, but they don't need to worry about defeating him. The player and Tina are happy to go along with this plan.
Suddenly, some Team Rocket Grunts crash into the Pokémon Center. Professor Oak volunteers to take care of them and sends out his . Paulo is a little worried that the professor won't be able to hold them all off on his own, but Trinnia, Tricia, and Trista say that they can hold their own, too, revealing that they own a , , and , respectively. Professor Oak tells them to go and save Hoopa, and Paulo tells them to stay safe. Paulo, Tina, and the player leave the Pokémon Center, with Paulo vowing that this time they'll be the ones to save Hoopa.
;Shadow of Lies
Paulo, Tina, and the player are heading through a forest when they're suddenly approached by , , and . Blue says that they stopped Team Rocket without needing the help of Paulo, Tina, and the player, and he invites them to join their group for a celebratory party. Paulo and the player are suspicious, though, and Paulo asks Blue if Professor Oak is already at the party. Blue says he is, which Paulo, Tina, and the player know isn't true. Paulo guesses that they've come to take out the player, and Blue gives up on the ruse, revealing that he was actually in disguise, and Red and Leaf were two disguised Team Rocket Grunts. arrives, lamenting that the trickery was a waste of time, and he and Petrel declare that they'll have to take down the player by force. Paulo says that he won't allow that to happen, and Proton taunts him by calling him a weakling who has to hide behind the player without Hoopa's power.
Suddenly, and arrive and volunteer to play with the s instead. Archie says that their goal now is to protect Pasio, and Maxie says that they've united with other organizations across Pasio to fight their common enemy, which right now is Team Rocket. He also says that he and Archie don't plan to take revenge on Paulo for his actions with Team Break, since they see themselves in Paulo and want to give him the chance to learn from his mistakes, just like they did. Maxie and Archie then urge the kids to head off and save the island while they take on Petrel and Proton.
;A Pasio Solution
A group of Team Rocket Grunts are preparing an ambush for the player's group. However, arrives says that he won't allow them to stop the kids. While the grunts are distracted, Paulo, Tina, and the player successfully run past them. This frustrates the grunts, and Cyrus orders his s to fight them.
At the ruins, and are fighting a group of Team Rocket Grunts who are using Legendary Pokémon summoned by Hoopa. From their voices, N can tell that something is wrong with the Pokémon, and he postulates that they've lost control of themselves due to the effect Hoopa's rampage has on sync stones. Colress is thrilled because he's been investigating how Team Rocket and Team Break were able to control Legendary Pokémon with ease, and N's statement confirms not only his hypothesis, but also the fact that N can understand the voices of Pokémon. As Colress gets excited about the possibility for N's ability to draw out the full potential of Pokémon, N reminds him that they should focus on the battle.
On a beach, declares that and have no chance to defeat her and all the grunts she has at her disposal. Oleana declares that she has no idea how an organization fights, but before Oleana can teach her that lesson, shows up and offers to lend them a hand. Lusamine thanks her for the assistance, and she, Oleana, and Malva prepare to take Ariana down.
In town, Team Yell and Team Skull have gathered to fight Team Rocket. and are ready to make some noise, while and the s cheer everyone on; thinks it's not too bad to get cheered on like this.
Back at the ruins, Colress and N are starting to struggle a bit. Fortunately, and show up to assist them. After all, they don't want to leave the future of Pasio in the hands of people like Team Rocket. N marvels at this cooperation that can only happen on Pasio.
;What I Should Do
Tina, Paulo, and the player arrive in a square. Tina says Colress's device is pointing them towards the stadium, which must be where Giovanni and Hoopa are. However, shows up and says that they won't be reaching that location. He says that Team Rocket will regain its former glory here on Pasio and they won't accept failure — not like last time, when Team Rocket disbanded. Just as he's preparing to crush the kids, appears with and the Shadow Triad. Archer asks what he expects to gain from getting in their way, and Ghetsis says that he despises people who take advantage of the plans he made. He was going to use Hoopa's power to take control of Pasio, but then Paulo went and ruined it all — and now he refuses to let Giovanni succeed with the plan he created. He says he'll let Paulo's transgressions slide if he cooperates, which peeves Tina because Ghetsis is the one who hurt Rockruff. However, Paulo tells her it's OK, since Ghetsis isn't their main problem right now. Ghetsis tells them to get on with crushing Giovanni's plans, so Paulo, Tina, and the player run off to find him and Hoopa.
The trio finds Giovanni with Hoopa on the battlefield of the stadium, waiting for them. He congratulates them on making it this far, and he promises to face them fair and square as a sync pair. Paulo apologizes to the player and Tina that he'll be depending on them, but they're happy to support him. Giovanni then sends out his and to battle alongside Hoopa.
;No Getting Lost
Paulo, Tina, and the player begin battling Giovanni. When Paulo and Tina are put into tight spots by Giovanni's Pokémon, the player sends out their and to defend them. Giovanni commends them for their teamwork, but he wonders how long they can last against him. Paulo knows he's right, and he tries to figure out what they can do. Giovanni then asks Paulo if he's gone back to believing in friendship and justice, pointing out that that'd put him right back where he started. He says that Paulo won't find the power he seeks in the bonds of justice. Paulo admits that he had been forcing himself to rely on the power of connections before by logic alone, but after making mistakes and accepting his own weakness, he's finally noticed the bonds he has with all his friends and how they can lend each other strength. He vows to stop being indecisive and follow his path, and his emotions resonate with Rockruff, allowing it to evolve into Dusk Form .
Tina and the player congratulate Paulo, and Giovanni dares him to show off his so-called strength. He Dynamaxes his Nidoking, but to his shock, Paulo Dynamaxes his Lycanroc as well. Paulo says he's learned a lot of things, including from Giovanni, and Giovanni retaliates by Mega Evolving his Mewtwo. However, the player's Solgaleo and Pikachu manage to counter it. Giovanni then has Hoopa prepare an attack, but the player's Torchic counters it. This gives Tina an opening to have Flareon use Colress's machine on Hoopa, turning it back to its Confined form. Tina beckons Hoopa over, and it happily floats to her side. Paulo tells her to take Hoopa and run before Giovanni can take it back, but to Paulo's shock, Giovanni concedes defeat and returns his Mewtwo and Nidoking.
;Conquering Evil
Giovanni receives a phone call from his subordinates, confirming what he had already suspected: once Hoopa regained its senses, all the Legendary Pokémon it had summoned stopped listening to Team Rocket's commands. The few Ultra Beasts they captured won't be enough to take on the sync pairs of Pasio on top of all the other organizations, so while he could probably win if he kept fighting them, there wouldn't be any point. Paulo says that it's not like Giovanni to give up so easily, and he guesses that Giovanni already has his next plan in mind. Giovanni confirms that he hasn't given up on taking over Pasio yet, and Paulo says he won't give up either. Giovanni asks if he still wants to destroy all evil in the world, and Paulo admits that it's impossible to truly destroy all evil. However, he's going to keep fighting evil with the strength that comes from his heart — the strength that will let him protect the things that are important to him. For now, force is all he has, but someday he's going to conquer all evil with his heart, even Giovanni. Giovanni says he looks forward to seeing how much strength Paulo will obtain, and then teleports away with Mewtwo.
Later, Tina and the player meet up with Paulo, , , and in town. Paulo announces that he'll be working with the International Police for his probation, with Looker supervising. Looker says that Paulo's learned a lot from those villainous organizations, and he hopes Paulo can use that knowledge to help them protect the weak and face evil. Paulo thanks Looker for getting that arranged, and while Looker says it was a breeze, Emma and Anabel reveal that it wasn't so easy. Anabel and Nanu both helped to get this arranged because they want to support Paulo, and she looks forward to working with him.
The group is then approached by Lear, who is once again accompanied by Hoopa. Paulo starts to apologize to them again, but Lear instead thanks him for bringing back Hoopa. Paulo starts to protest that it was all his fault, but Lear tells him not to worry about it — he saved Hoopa, and that's what matters. Lear also commends him for drawing out Hoopa's strength, albeit imperfectly, and encourages him to use his skill to its fullest here on Pasio. Tina suggests that they do some training together now that that's all settled, and Paulo says they should have a fun battle.
Meanwhile, Giovanni watches Paulo and the player battle from a terrace above. He watches Paulo's smiling face and wonders how his next scheme will turn out.
===Area info===
The first half of this chapter, from Unstoppable Power to Once Again..., was added on August 28, 2023. The second half of this chapter, from Shadow of Lies to Conquering Evil, was added on September 4, 2023. Unlike previous Villain Arc chapters, a battle was included between the two halves of the story; this battle, "Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 1", was locked until September 4.
Area name 	Unlock condition 	First-Time Rewards
Unstoppable Power	Complete 9 chapters of the Villain Arc on Normal difficulty	Gems ×10Challenge Team Break: Part 1
The Target 	Complete Challenge Team Break: Part 1 	Gems ×10Challenge Team Break: Part 2
The Adult Way 	Complete Challenge Team Break: Part 2 	Gems ×10Challenge Team Break: Part 3
Wrong Choice 	Complete Challenge Team Break: Part 3 	Gems ×10Challenge Team Break: Part 4
Once Again... 	Complete Challenge Team Break: Part 4 	Gems ×105★ Scout Ticket ×15Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 1
Shadow of Lies 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 1 	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 2
A Pasio Solution 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 2 	Gems ×10Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 3
What I Should Do 	Complete Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 3 	Gems ×10Challenge Giovanni
No Getting Lost 	Complete Challenge Giovanni 	Gems ×10Conquering Evil
Conquering Evil 	Complete No Getting Lost 	Gems ×105★ Scout Ticket ×15Challenge Giovanni (Hard)
===Battles===
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	Pokémon 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Name 	Difficulty	Trainers	Left 	Middle 	Right 	First-Time Rewards 	Completion Rewards 	Egg Chance
Challenge Team Break: Part 1 	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Galarian formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Target 	150 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Break: Part 2 	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Galarian formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30The Adult Way 	240 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Break: Part 3 	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Galarian formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Wrong Choice 	450 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Team Break: Part 4 	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Galarian formWeakness:	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1Once Again... 	900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 1	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Shadow of Lies 	1,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 2	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30A Pasio Solution 	1,900 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge the Rocket Grunts: Part 3	Normal 	 	Weakness: 	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30What I Should Do 	2,400 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Giovanni 	Normal 	 	Hoopa UnboundWeakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×30Skip Ticket ×1No Getting Lost	2,620 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
Challenge Giovanni 	Hard 	 	Hoopa UnboundWeakness:	Weakness: 	Weakness:	Gems ×1005★ Scout Ticket ×30 	2770 coins2★ Level-Up Manual ×1 	10%1★ Egg or2★ Egg
===Music===
Situation 	Song key 	Song name 	Arrangement
In menuUnstoppable PowerWhen Paulo refuses to back downThe Adult WayWhen Giovanni challenges Paulo to a battle 	No. 00045 	Decisive Battle! (Paulo) 	Unknown
During battle(Challenge Team Break)Unstoppable PowerFrom start 	No. 00023 	Battle! (Team Break) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
During battle(Challenge the Rocket Grunts)A Pasio SolutionWhile N and Colress fend off Team Rocket Grunts 	No. 01016 	Battle! (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
During battle(Challenge Giovanni)What I Should DoWhen Giovanni challenges Paulo, Tina, and the player at the stadiumNo Getting LostFrom start 	No. 00048 	Final Battle! (Giovanni)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
The TargetWhile the group talks about PauloOnce Again...While Professor Oak consoles Paulo 	No. 00013 	A Somber Moment 	Unknown
The TargetWhen the group encourages the player to save PauloWhat I Should DoWhen Paulo agrees to let Ghetsis help them 	No. 00011 	The Way Ahead 	Unknown
The TargetWhen Team Break attacks some Team Galactic GruntsThe Adult WayWhile Team Rocket and Team Break battle in town 	No. 00044 	Battle! (Powerful Team Break) 	Unknown
The TargetAt Team Rocket's HideoutWrong ChoiceWhile Team Rocket causes chaos on Pasio 	No. 01015 	Team Rocket Hideout: Kanto(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
The Adult WayWhen Professor Bellis arrives with news 	No. 00005 	Danger! 	Unknown
The Adult WayWhen Paulo confronts GiovanniWrong ChoiceWhile Looker talks with Tina and PauloWhat I Should DoFrom start 	No. 00014 	Lurking Threat 	Unknown
The Adult WayWhen Giovanni forms a sync pair with HoopaWrong ChoiceFrom startA Pasio SolutionFrom start 	No. 00016 	Sneaking Suspicion 	Unknown
Once Again...After Rockruff reunites with PauloNo Getting LostWhile Paulo explains how much he has grown 	No. 00050 	Emotions Welling Up 	Unknown
Once Again...When Team Rocket infiltrates the Pokémon CenterShadow of LiesWhen Petrel and the Team Rocket Grunts reveal themselvesWhat I Should DoWhen Archer arrives to stop Paulo, Tina, and the player	No. 02017 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Team Rocket)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Shadow of LiesWhen Blue, Red, and Leaf meet Paulo, Tina, and the player 	No. 01021 	Trainers' Eyes Meet (Blue)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
Shadow of LiesWhen Maxie and Archie arrive to help 	No. 03009 	Battle! (Maxie)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
A Pasio SolutionWhen Cyrus and the Team Galactic Commanders confront Team Rocket 	No. 04006 	Battle! (Cyrus)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
A Pasio SolutionWhile Colress admires N's ability to talk to Pokémon 	No. 05021 	Battle! (Colress)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Pasio SolutionWhen Ariana confronts Lusamine and Oleana 	No. 01014 	Battle! (Team Rocket Executive)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
A Pasio SolutionWhen Malva arrives to help Lusamine and Oleana 	No. 06016 	Battle! (Kalos Elite Four: Malva)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Pasio SolutionWhen Oleana gets ramped up 	No. 08012 	Battle! (Oleana)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Pasio SolutionWhile Team Skull and Team Yell battle Team Rocket 	No. 07004 	Battle! (Guzma)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
A Pasio SolutionWhen Rose and Lysandre arrive to help N and Colress 	No. 08011 	Battle! (Rose)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
A Pasio SolutionWhen Lysandre gets ramped up 	No. 06010 	Decisive Battle! (Lysandre)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Unknown
What I Should DoWhen Ghetsis suddenly appears 	No. 05016 	Battle! (Ghetsis)(Pokémon Masters EX Version) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
No Getting LostWhen Paulo's Rockruff evolves 	No. 00046 	Battle! (Paulo) 	Haruki Yamada (ATTIC INC.)
Conquering EvilIn town, some time after Giovanni retreated 	No. 00003 	Taking It Easy 	Unknown
Conquering EvilWhen Paulo accepts the player's battle 	No. 00012 	Let Your Spirit Soar! 	Unknown
Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox. 	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.	Song names without a song key listed are unofficial, as they have not been added to the Jukebox.
==Medals==
Medal	Medal 	Conditions
Image	Name 	Conditions
 	Hostile Take-Over 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:KantoThe Last Laugh
 	Shining Brilliance 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:SinnohA Mission to Complete
 	Bold Heart and Soul 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:JohtoEndings and Beginnings
 	Earth, Sea, and Sky 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:HoennIn the Shadows of Pasio's Crisis
 	Unbound from the Past 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:UnovaTwo Heroes
 	Ablaze for Beauty 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:KalosUnder a Beautiful Night Sky
 	Guardians of Alola 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:AlolaA Future Together
 	For a Beautiful Future	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:GalarA Small Step into the Future
 	Warped Justice 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:PauloThe Last Evil
 	My Path to Follow 	Complete the following single-player area on Normal:Final ChapterConquering Evil
==Artwork==
Masters Villain Arc Kanto artwork.png | Villain Arc Kanto artwork
Masters Villain Arc Paulo Interlude artwork.png | Villain Arc Paulo artwork
Masters Villain Arc Sinnoh artwork.png | Villain Arc Sinnoh (Part 1) artwork
Masters Villain Arc Sinnoh Part 2 artwork.png | Villain Arc Sinnoh (Part 2) artwork
Masters Villain Arc Johto artwork.png | Villain Arc Johto (Part 1) artwork
Masters Sygna Suit Johto artwork.png | Villain Arc Johto (Part 2) artwork by Megumi MizutaniTweet about illustrating the second Johto Villain Arc title screen
Masters Villain Arc Hoenn Part 1 artwork.png | Villain Arc Hoenn (Part 1) artwork
Masters Villain Arc Hoenn Part 2 artwork.png | Villain Arc Hoenn (Part 2) artwork by Hitoshi ArigaTweet about illustrating the Hoenn Villain Arc (Part 2) title screen
Masters Villain Arc Unova Part 1 artwork.png | Villain Arc Unova (Part 1) artwork by Hitoshi ArigaTweet about illustrating the Unova Villain Arc (Part 1) title screen
Masters Villain Arc Unova Part 2 artwork.png | Villain Arc Unova (Part 2) artwork by Hitoshi ArigaTweet about illustrating the Unova Villain Arc (Part 2) title screen
Masters Villain Arc Unova MONO-Land.jpg | Villain Arc Unova artwork by MONO-Land
Masters Villain Arc Kalos Part 1 artwork.png | Villain Arc Kalos (Part 1) artwork by Hitoshi ArigaTweet about illustrating the Kalos Villain Arc title screen
Masters Villain Arc Kalos Part 2 artwork.png | Villain Arc Kalos (Part 2) artwork by Hitoshi Ariga
Masters Villain Arc Alola Part 1 artwork.png | Villain Arc Alola (Part 1) artwork
Masters Villain Arc Alola Part 2 artwork.png | Villain Arc Alola (Part 2) artwork
Masters Villain Arc Galar Part 1 artwork.png | Villain Arc Galar (Part 1) artwork
Masters Villain Arc Galar Part 2 artwork.png | Villain Arc Galar (Part 2) artwork
Masters Villain Arc Final Chapter artwork.png | Villain Arc Final Chapter artwork
Masters Villain Arc Memories Kanto.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 1: Kanto artwork by katano shibireVillain Arc Memories Kanto tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Johto.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 2: Johto artwork by katano shibireVillain Arc Memories Johto tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Hoenn.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 3: Hoenn artwork by Kani ShirasunaVillain Arc Memories Hoenn tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Sinnoh.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 4: Sinnoh artwork by katano shibireVillain Arc Memories Sinnoh tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Unova.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 5: Unova artwork by Kani ShirasunaVillain Arc Memories Unova tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Kalos.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 6: Kalos artwork by Kani ShirasunaVillain Arc Memories Kalos tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Alola.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 7: Alola artwork by 【LIRAN】Villain Arc Memories Alola tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Galar.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Chapter 8: Galar artwork by 【LIRAN】Villain Arc Memories Galar tweet
Masters Villain Arc Memories Paulo.jpg | Villain Arc Memories Paulo chapter artwork by 【LIRAN】Villain Arc Memories Paulo tweet
==Trivia==
* The last scene of the chapter Galar: A Millennium into the Future is a reference to the game intro of , where Rose welcomes the player to the world of Pokémon before an exhibition match of Leon's.
* Johto Villain Arc was the only villain arc to feature a second piece of artwork as a splash screen before starting the game rather than changing the title screen artwork.
* Sinnoh Villain Arc was the only villain arc to change the title screen artwork for the second part without having the background music change.
==References==
==Related articles==
* PML Arc
* Legendary Adventures
* Arceus Arc
* Villain event
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