Alolan form

An Alolan form (Japanese: アローラのすがた Alolan form), originally introduced as an Alola form, is a regional form found in Alola.
==List of Alolan forms==
 	Pokémon	Original form	Original form	Original form	Alolan form	Alolan form	Alolan form	Availability
 	Pokémon	Image 	Type 	Ability 	Image 	Type 	Ability 	Availability
#0019	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0020	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0026	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	 	
#0027	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0028	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0037	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0038	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0050	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0051	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0052	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0053	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0074	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0075	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0076	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0088	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0089	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0103	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
#0105	 	 	 	(Hidden) 	 	 	(Hidden) 	
 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
==In the core series games==
===Generation VII===
A total of eighteen Alolan forms were introduced in Generation VII, all for Pokémon introduced in Generation I. In Pokémon Sun and Moon, if a Pokémon evolves from a species that does not have an Alolan form to one that does, such as , it will always evolve into its Alolan form and cannot evolve into its original form. In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, the Pokémon will evolve into its Alolan form while in Alola itself, but can also evolve into its original form while in Ultra Space.
While Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! take place in Kanto, players can import Alolan forms from Pokémon GO or receive them from in-game trades.
===Generation VIII===
In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Alolan forms of Pokémon present in the Galar Pokédex are unavailable by normal means and can be obtained by transferring them from other games. Alolan forms of Pokémon included in The Isle of Armor expansion are available as rewards for finding hidden Alolan Diglett on the Isle of Armor, and Alolan and can be obtained from in-game trades with Regina in exchange for their respective Kantonian forms. In The Crown Tundra, certain Alolan forms can be obtained from Dynamax Adventures. An Alolan Meowth also appears in the NPC Pokémon Camp on .
Alolan Pokémon are not present in .
In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, an Alolan Vulpix can be obtained after completing Request 83.
===Generation IX===
In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Alolan forms of Pokémon present in the game can be obtained by transferring them from other games. In addition, Alolan Exeggutor, Alolan Vulpix, Alolan Sandshrew, Alolan Diglett, Alolan Dugtrio, Alolan Grimer, Alolan Muk, Alolan Geodude and Alolan Graveler are all found in the Terarium as part of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero's second expansion, The Indigo Disk, marking the first time Alolan Pokémon have been obtainable in the wild since Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. However, due to the Terarium being located in the Unova region rather then Alola proper, Alolan Pokémon bred without the use of an Everstone will result in the offspring being their Kantonian counterparts, and Exeggcute and Pikachu will evolve into their Kantonian forms rather then their Alolan forms.
The player may also trade most Pokémon they've caught themselves with Salvatore for an Alolan Meowth once they've invited him to the League Club Room. Alolan Raichu was made available to encounter in a Mass Outbreak event between July 12 to 25, 2024 in the Coastal Biome of the Terarium.
==In the spin-off games==
===Super Smash Bros. Ultimate===
Alolan Raichu, Vulpix, and Exeggutor appear as Pokémon that can appear from Poké Balls in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
===Pokémon Shuffle===
Alolan forms appear in Pokémon Shuffle. They all have different s and types from their original version - with the exception of Alolan Exeggutor, who uses the same type as Exeggutor.
Dex#	NDex	Icon	Pokémon	Type	Attack Power	Attack Power	Max RML	Initial	Alternate	Ameliaicons
Dex#	NDex	Icon	Pokémon	Type	Lv 1 	Max 	Max RML	Initial	Alternate	Ameliaicons
===Pokémon GO===
Alolan Pokémon first appeared in Pokémon GO on May 30, 2018, with the appearance of Alolan . Initially, Alolan Pokémon were exclusive to 7 km Eggs and s, but have occasionally reappeared in the wild since their debuts. In addition, the rest of the Alolan forms, first , , and , then later on , , , and , have also infrequently appeared in the wild as well as in 7 km Eggs. Alolan appears exclusively in level 3 Raid Battles. Alolan initially was also exclusive to level 3 Raid Battles, but has since become a Research Breakthrough reward for the month of April, 2022.
On April 16, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local time, players could evolve Exeggcute into an Alolan Exeggutor that knows instead of a Kantonian Exeggutor, as part of the Limited Research Day, An Egg-cellent Spring Surprise.Spring into Spring with Pokémon GO! | Pokémon GO Official Website This marks the first time in Pokémon GO that a Pokémon that is not a regional form can evolve into one that is a regional form. Similarly, as part of the "Alola to Alola" event running from May 25 to June 1, 2022, Cubone could evolve into an Alolan Marowak that knows , instead of Kantonian Marowak.
 Alolan Pokémon in Pokémon GO
 	Name 	Pokémon	Evolution	Release date 	Notes
#0103	Alolan 	 	— 	May 30, 2018
* Available in the wild.	
* Available in the wild while using the Adventure Effect
* can evolve into Alolan Exeggutor during certain events.
#0027	Alolan 	 	 	June 21, 2018	
* Afterwards, available in 7 km Eggs.
#0037	Alolan 	 	 	June 21, 2018	
* Afterwards, available in 7 km Eggs.
#0052	Alolan 	 	 	June 21, 2018	
* Afterwards, available in 7 km Eggs.
#0088	Alolan 	 	 	June 21, 2018	
* Afterwards, available in 7 km Eggs.
#0019	Alolan 	 	 	June 23, 2018
* Available in the wild.	
* Available in the wild while using the Adventure Effect
#0050	Alolan 	 	 	July 14, 2018
* Available in the wild.	
#0074	Alolan 	 	 	July 14, 2018
* Available in the wild.	
#0026	Alolan 	 	— 	July 19, 2018
* Available as a Level 3 Raid Boss.	
* No can evolve into Alolan Raichu.
#0105	Alolan 	 	— 	July 19, 2018
* Available as a Level 3 Raid Boss.	
* Available in the wild while using the Adventure Effect
* can evolve into Alolan Marowak during certain events.
Please note that the availability of Pokémon in GO, such as from wild encounters, eggs, and Raid Bosses, is frequently changed. Due to this, the data listed above may not always be up-to-date.
===Pokémon Duel===
Certain Alolan forms were included in Pokémon Duel. They follow the same evolution rules as in the core series games.
					
===Pokémon Masters EX===
The following sync pairs use Alolan form Pokémon:
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===New Pokémon Snap===
Alolan , , and can be found and photographed in the Lental region.
===Pokémon UNITE===
 is a playable Pokémon in . Alolan and also appear as wild Pokémon in the Shivre City stage. In Panic Parade, Alolan Meowth and Alolan Persian appear as wild Pokémon opposing the players.
===Pokémon Sleep===
Alolan and Alolan made their debut in during the Holiday 2024 event from December 23-29, 2024. This also marks the first time regional forms are introduced to the game.
The following is a list of Alolan forms in Pokémon Sleep.
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# 	Pokémon	Name 	Type 	 	 	 	 	
0037	 	Alolan form	Slumbering	Curled-Up Sleep★ 	Nodding-Off Sleep★★	Powder Snow Sleep★★★	Atop-Belly Sleep★★★★	
0038	 	Alolan form	Slumbering	Stretching Sleep★	Floaty-Tail Sleep★★	Tail-Tucked Sleep★★★	Atop-Belly Sleep★★★★	
==In animation==
===Pokémon the Series===
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Alolan Pokémon were present in since the first episode. first learned about them in The Guardian's Challenge!, where discussed the difference between Alolan and Exeggutor from other regions.
An Alolan nicknamed Pershie first appeared in ‪That's Why the Litten is a Scamp!, where it was shown antagonizing a . It reappeared in Dummy, You Shrunk the Kids! and We Know Where You're Going, Eevee!.
Multiple Alolan and appeared in To Top a Totem!, where they were harassing a farmer on Melemele Island, stealing his crops. Hala tasked Ash with finding a solution to this problem that doesn't involve battling the pests. Instead, Ash chose to battle the Verdant Cavern Totem Pokémon, , and enlisted its help to scare the Rattata and Raticate away.
 received a Pokémon Egg in Lillie's Egg-xhilarating Challenge!. It hatched into an Alolan she nicknamed Snowy in Racing to a Big Event!. After capturing it in the following episode, Lillie took her first steps towards overcoming her fear of touching Pokémon.
Racing to a Big Event! also featured the debut of Alolan and . Raichu appeared under the ownership of Nina, while multiple Muk appeared to eat the pancakes dropped during the race.
In Getting the Band Back Together!, an Alolan appeared under the ownership of 's old friend, DJ Leo. Their musical performance drew the adoration of a wild Alolan , who later joined as another member of their DJ group.
In A Team-on-Team Tussle!, fought a trio of s over a Darkinium Z protected by a Totem Alolan Raticate and Ally Alolan Rattata and Raticate. While Jessie and James are ultimately unsuccessful in defeating the Totem, is able to steal the Z-Crystal while it is distracted.
An Alolan debuted in Treasure Hunt, Akala Style!, where attempted to catch it. After a short battle, the Alolan Geodude punched Ash's Poké Ball into his face with a and then ran away.
In A Crowning Moment of Truth!, while Ash and his classmates were visiting Wela Volcano Park for the Wela Fire Festival, the festivities were interrupted by a wild Alolan Marowak, who stole the Wela Crown used in a ceremony. While and his were defeated by it during their first challenge, they were able to defeat it in a rematch thanks to Turtonator's newly learned . After being defeated, Marowak gave back the crown and asked to join Kiawe's party.
Alolan and debuted in Getting a Jump on the Competition!. The Sandshrew appeared as wild Pokémon native to Mount Lanakila, while Ninetales appeared under the ownership of Cerah.
A wild Alolan appeared in Acting True to Form!, where it came to Team Rocket looking for a worthy master. It manipulated Jessie and James into turning against by showing off its abilities, and also earned their favor when they realized it could use their Darkinium Z. When and Matori contacted the trio for a report on their activities, the Alolan Meowth became intrigued by them. To this end, it slipped away, stole Meowth's savings, and flew to Kanto to reach , where Matori made it her assistant due to its craftiness.
An Alolan appeared in a flashback in Turning Heads and Training Hard!, under the ownership of Tupp.
More Alolan Sandshrew appeared in Not Caving Under Pressure! in the caverns underneath Mount Lanakila. Lillie befriended a particularly large Sandshrew, and helped it reclaim its territory from an aggressive . After the battle, Sophocles's Charjabug found an Ice Stone, which the Sandshrew promptly used to evolve into . Sandslash rewarded Lillie with an Icium Z as a token of gratitude.
An Alolan and Muk appeared in A Young Royal Flame Ignites!, under the ownership of members of the Revengers, a heel wrestler group.
Alolan Geodude and appeared in Sparking Confusion! at Wela Volcano Park, having been driven out by rock hunters attempting to mine the caves in the area for the food the Pokémon eat. The hunters were attacked by their leader, an Alolan Golem, who began attacking indiscriminately. Thanks to the Ultra Guardians' , however, Ash, Kiawe, and Sophocles were able to calm the group of Alolan Pokémon and stop the magnetic interference coming from the Park. The leader Golem later joined a trio of s who volunteered to help with future patrols of Wela Volcano Park.
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An appeared in That New Old Gang of Mine!, where it was caught by Goh. An Alolan also appeared in the same episode.
An Alolan apperared in Leaping Toward the Dream!. It had wound up on Mount Coronet after being kidnapped and accidentally lost by Pokémon hunters. It was later caught by Goh after he calmed it down and gained its trust, after which Project Mew members took it back home.
A Trainer's Alolan Sandshrew appeared in Aim For The Eight!.
===Pokémon Horizons: The Series===
An Alolan Muk first appears in The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two) as a Pokémon that is aboard the Brave Olivine and regularly appears in episodes afterwards. Its main job is garbage disposal.
==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
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Sun's great-grandfather owned three Alolan prior to his death. One of them, nicknamed Cent, joined 's team. They debuted in The Grand Entrance and Delivery Boy Sun.
Nanu's Alolan debuted in Pokémon Move Specialist Professor Kukui, where it battled Olivia's .
Alolan , Meowth, , and all debuted in The Decision and the Tournament of Six.
 owns an Alolan Grimer, which debuted in The Party Crasher and Guzma the Destroyer. It evolved into an Alolan sometime before Darkness!! The Mysterious Claws of Necrozma!, thus marking this regional form's debut.
Kiawe's Alolan debuted in Going Ashore and Neighboring Akala Island, where it battled Cent.
An Alolan Grimer appeared in Unleashing the Incredible Z-Move.
Ilima's Alolan Rattata appeared in A Photoshoot and the Abandoned Thrifty Megamart. An Alolan belonging to a appeared in a flashback in the same chapter, thus marking this regional form's debut.
Molayne's Alolan appeared in Truth and the Mastermind Behind Team Skull, thus marking this regional form's debut.
An Alolan Raticate belonging to an debuted in Battle in Vast Poni Canyon.
Multiple Alolan Exeggutor appeared in Madness!! Mother Lusamine! on Exeggutor Island.
Alolan , , , and all debuted in Shock!! Father in the Pendant!, where they were seen on Mount Lanakila.
Alolan and both debuted in Tyrant!! The Fiendish Man!, under the ownership of Samson Oak.
==In the TCG==
The following is a list of Pokémon with "Alolan" in their names. These cards interact with the .
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==Trivia==
* According to an interview with Shigeru Ohmori, regional forms were inspired by , specifically mentioning the as a direct inspiration. In addition, Ohmori mentioned that Alolan was the first regional form of a to be designed, and inspired the creation of other Alolan forms.Interview with Game Freak in Pokémon Sun & Pokémon Moon: The Official Alola Region Pokédex & Postgame Adventure Guide, p. v
* In , , when a Pokémon undergoes evolution into a regional form, the background in the evolution animation is green, as opposed to the blue background used for all other Pokémon. Conversely, when a Pokémon Egg hatches into a regional form, the background is blue instead of yellow. Additionally, a different arrangement of the evolution music is played in both of these situations.
* Alolan forms are the only regional forms whose original forms were all originally introduced in a single generation (Generation I) or region (Kanto).
** Alolan forms are also the only regional forms without any members with an exclusive evolution.
* Some Pokémon with Alolan forms have unique distinctions:
** is the only Pokémon whose regional form has access to an .
** is the only Pokémon to have more than one regional form with them being for different regions, as it has both an Alolan and Galarian regional form.
*** Meowth is also the only Pokémon to have both a regional form and a Gigantamax form.
** , , and the only Pokémon in a three-stage evolutionary line to all have regional forms.
** is the only Pokémon whose regional form does not share at least one of its types with its .
==In other languages==
Alola form / Alolan form
Alolan <Pokémon>
==References==
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