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'''Hala''' (Japanese: '''ハラ''' ''Hala'')  is a character introduced in {{g|Sun and Moon}}. He is the grandfather to [[Hau]] yet his son is unknown. He is the [[Island Kahuna|Kahuna]] of [[Melemele Island]]. He [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Fighting}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}.
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|enva=Kane Jungbluth-Murry<ref name="Kane Jungbluth-Murry">[https://64.media.tumblr.com/cead49d1fd40cdbb7a443c643a1dc4bd/ac58d5b33189eeec-52/s640x960/08894a50cc7a29c94c0486f602bd3cff9e54e335.png Email from Kane Jungbluth-Murry]</ref> <small>({{pkmn|Masters EX}})</small>
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'''Hala''' (Japanese: '''ハラ''' ''Hala'')  is a character introduced in {{g|Sun and Moon}}. He is the grandfather of [[Hau]] and the [[Island kahuna|kahuna]] of [[Melemele Island]]. He [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Fighting}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} and grants the [[Trainer Card (game)#Stamps|Melemele stamp]] to Trainers who defeat him. In Sun and Moon, he also becomes a member of the [[Alola]] [[Elite Four]].


==In the games==
==In the core series games==
As Kahuna of [[Melemele Island]], Hala is considered one of the island's strongest trainers. [[Hau]] is his grandson.
As kahuna of [[Melemele Island]], Hala is considered one of the island's strongest {{pkmn|Trainer}}s. [[Hau]] is his grandson.


Together with [[Professor Kukui]], Hala gives the player and [[Hau]] their [[starter Pokémon]]. He later leads a ceremony celebrating the beginning of the player and Hau's careers as Pokémon Trainers. The player eventually battles him in the grand trial of the Melemele [[island challenge]].
In [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]], Hala gives the {{player}} their [[first partner Pokémon]]. The next day, he leads a ceremony celebrating the beginning of the player and Hau's careers as Pokémon Trainers. The player eventually battles him in the grand trial of the Melemele [[island challenge]].


When [[Ultra Wormhole]]s begin appearing across [[Alola]], Hala encounters UB-02 {{p|Buzzwole|Absorption}}{{sup/7|S}}/{{p|Pheromosa|Beauty}}{{sup/7|M}}. Before he can send out a Pokémon to battle, {{p|Tapu Koko}} appears to battle the [[Ultra Beast]]. Hala agrees to work together with the [[guardian deity]], and together, they fend off the intruder.
When [[Ultra Wormhole]]s begin appearing across [[Alola]], Hala encounters UB-02 {{p|Buzzwole|Absorption}}{{sup/7|S}}/{{p|Pheromosa|Beauty}}{{sup/7|M}}. Before he can send out a Pokémon to battle, {{p|Tapu Koko}} appears to battle the [[Ultra Beast]]. Hala agrees to work together with the [[Guardian deities|guardian deity]], and together, they fend off the intruder.


Hala is later revealed to be one of the {{pkmn|Trainer}}s [[Professor Kukui]] invited to act as the [[Elite Four]] of the {{al|Pokémon League}} of Alola.
Later, Hala is re-encountered at the newly founded Alola {{al|Pokémon League}}, having been invited by [[Professor Kukui]] to be a member of the [[Elite Four]].


Hala keeps his Pokémon in {{ball|Ultra}}s.
In [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], Hala's role is slightly altered. The player now receives their first partner Pokémon from Professor Kukui instead, although they still technically belong to Hala. When Ultra Beasts start appearing in Alola, Hala comes face to face with a {{p|Blacephalon}}{{sup/7|US}}/{{p|Stakataka}}{{sup/7|UM}}, but this time, he's accompanied by Hau, and decides to leave the fight to his grandson, who is soon joined by Tapu Koko.
 
At the Pokémon League, Hala's position as an Elite Four member is instead taken up by [[Molayne]]. Despite this, Hala can still be challenged to a [[rematch]] once during the post-game. Upon defeating him in the rematch, Hala will award the player with the two [[Z-Crystal]]s for the final evolutions of the other two Alolan first partner Pokémon that the player did not pick at the beginning of the game.


===Pokémon===
===Pokémon===
====Grand Trial battle====
Hala's Pokémon are kept in [[Ultra Ball]]s.
====[[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]====
=====Grand trial battle=====
{{Party/Single
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
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|prize={{pdollar}}2,400
|prize={{pdollar}}2,400
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|classlink=Island kahuna
|name=Hala
|name=Hala
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|gender=male
|gender=male
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|type1=Fighting
|ability=Unknown<!--Thick Fat/Guts-->
|ability=Thick Fat
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{{Party/Footer}}
{{Party/Footer}}


====Pokémon League battle====
=====Pokémon League battle=====
{{Party/Single
{{Party/Single
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|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
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|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|sprite=VSHala 2.png{{!}}150px
|sprite=VSHala 2.png
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|prize={{PDollar}}11,000
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|name={{color2|000|Hala}}
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|{{Pokémon/7
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|level=54
|level=54
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|type1=Normal|type2=Fighting
|ability=Unknown<!--Klutz/Fluffy-->
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|move2=Brutal Swing|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical}}
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|held=Fightinium Z
|held=Fightinium Z
|type1=Fighting|type2=Ice
|type1=Fighting|type2=Ice
|ability=Unknown<!--Hyper Cutter/Iron Fist-->
|ability=Iron Fist
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|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical}}
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{{Party/Footer}}


====Pokémon League rematch====
=====Pokémon League rematch=====
{{Party/Single
{{Party/Single
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|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
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|sprite=VSHala 2.png
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|prize={{PDollar}}12,600
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|class=Elite Four
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|classlink=Elite Four
|name={{color2|000|Hala}}
|name=Hala
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|game=SM
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|location=Pokémon League (Alola)
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|locationname=Pokémon League
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|{{Pokémon/7
|{{Pokémon/7
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|level=63
|level=63
|type1=Fighting
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Unknown<!--Thick Fat/Guts-->
|ability=Thick Fat
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
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|level=63
|level=63
|type1=Fighting
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Unknown<!--Vital Spirit/Anger Point-->
|ability=Anger Point
|move1=Cross Chop|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move1=Cross Chop|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Punishment|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move3=Punishment|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Stomping Tantrum|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|move4=Stomping&nbsp;Tantrum|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|{{Pokémon/7
|game=SM
|game=SM
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|level=63
|level=63
|type1=Normal|type2=Fighting
|type1=Normal|type2=Fighting
|ability=Unknown<!--Klutz/Fluffy-->
|ability=Fluffy
|move1=Hammer Arm|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move1=Hammer Arm|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Brutal Swing|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move2=Brutal Swing|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
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|level=63
|level=63
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|ability=Unknown<!--Water Absorb/Damp-->
|ability=Water Absorb
|move1=Waterfall|move1type=Water|move1cat=Physical
|move1=Waterfall|move1type=Water|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Brick Break|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move2=Brick Break|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
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|held=Fightinium Z
|held=Fightinium Z
|type1=Fighting|type2=Ice
|type1=Fighting|type2=Ice
|ability=Unknown<!--Hyper Cutter/Iron Fist-->
|ability=Iron Fist
|move1=Ice Hammer|move1type=Ice|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Stone Edge|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}
 
====[[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]]====
=====Grand trial battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|sprite=VSHala USUM.png
|size=150px
|class=Island Kahuna
|classlink=Island kahuna
|name=Hala
|prize={{pdollar}}2,560
|game=USUM
|location=Iki Town
|pokemon=3}}
<!--has 1 Super Potion and 1 Full Heal-->
|{{Pokémon/7
|ndex=066
|pokemon=Machop
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Guts
|level=15
|move1=Karate Chop|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Revenge|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Focus Energy|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|ndex=296
|pokemon=Makuhita
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Thick Fat
|level=15
|move1=Arm Thrust|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Sand Attack|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Status
|move3=Fake Out|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|ndex=739
|pokemon=Crabrawler
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Iron Fist
|level=16
|held=Fightinium Z
|move1=Pursuit|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Power-Up Punch|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Leer|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}
 
=====Second battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|sprite=VSHala USUM.png
|size=150px
|prize={{PDollar}}12,600
|class=Island Kahuna
|classlink=Island kahuna
|name=Hala
|game=USUM
|location=Iki Town
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|game=USUM
|ndex=297
|pokemon=Hariyama
|gender=male
|level=63
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Thick Fat
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Knock Off|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Heavy Slam|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|game=USUM
|ndex=068
|pokemon=Machamp
|gender=male
|level=63
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Guts
|move1=Cross Chop|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Thunder Punch|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Ice Punch|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Fire Punch|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|game=USUM
|ndex=760
|pokemon=Bewear
|gender=male
|level=63
|type1=Normal|type2=Fighting
|ability=Fluffy
|move1=Hammer Arm|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Brutal Swing|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dragon Claw|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Shadow Claw|move4type=Ghost|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fighting color}}}}
|style="margin:auto"|{{Pokémon/7
|game=USUM
|ndex=062
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|gender=male
|level=63
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|ability=Water Absorb
|move1=Waterfall|move1type=Water|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Brick Break|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Poison Jab|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Payback|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
|style="margin:auto"|{{Pokémon/7
|ndex=740
|pokemon=Crabominable
|gender=male
|level=63
|held=Fightinium Z
|type1=Fighting|type2=Ice
|ability=Iron Fist
|move1=Ice Hammer|move1type=Ice|move1cat=Physical
|move1=Ice Hammer|move1type=Ice|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
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====Gives to new Trainers====
====Gives to new Trainers====
In [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]] only, Hala allows the player to pick one of the three Alola [[first partner Pokémon]] as their [[List of the player's first Pokémon|first Pokémon]].
{|
{|
|-
|-
| {{ActivePoké||Rowlet|722Rowlet.png|Grass|Flying|size=100px|link=no}}
|{{Pokémon/7
| {{ActivePoké||Litten|725Litten.png|Fire|size=100px|link=no}}
|ndex=722
| {{ActivePoké||Popplio|728Popplio.png|Water|size=100px|link=no}}
|pokemon=Rowlet
|level=5
|gender=both
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|ability=Overgrow
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Leafage|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Growl|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|ndex=725
|pokemon=Litten
|level=5
|gender=both
|type1=Fire
|ability=Blaze
|move1=Scratch|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Ember|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Special
|move3=Growl|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7
|pokemon=Popplio
|ndex=728
|level=5
|gender=both
|type1=Water
|ability=Torrent
|move1=Pound|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Water Gun|move2type=Water|move2cat=Special
|move3=Growl|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
|}
 
==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Hala (Masters)}}
Hala forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Crabominable}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. Hala became a playable sync pair on June 15, 2021.
 
{{PairDex/h|Ice}}
{{PairDex|131|Hala|trainerlink=Hala (Masters)#Crabominable|trainerimg=Hala|0740|Crabominable|gender=male|Ice|Flying|Physical Strike|6|Sync Pair Scout}}
|}
 
==Gallery==
===Artwork===
{|style="margin:auto; text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background:#{{fighting color}}; font-size:80%; border-radius: 10px"
|-
| style="border:2px solid #{{fighting color light}}; background:#{{fighting color light}}" | [[File:Hala concept art.png|350px]]
|style="{{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}};"| [[File:SM Ending Screen 1.png|350px]]
|-
| Concept art from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon}}
| Ending screenshot with {{color2|000|Hau}} from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon}}
|}
{{-}}
 
===Sprites and models===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color}}; font-size: 80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}"| [[File:VSHala.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}"| [[File:VSHala 2.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}"| [[File:VSHala USUM.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}"| [[File:VSHala 2 USUM.png|150px]]
|-
| Island kahuna VS model from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun and Moon}}
| Elite Four VS sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun and Moon}}
| VS model from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}
| Unused VS sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}
|-
| colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}"| [[File:Spr SM Hala.png|100px]]
| colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Hala SM OD.png|100px]]
|-
| colspan=2 | High-poly model from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun, Moon}}, {{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon}}
| colspan=2 | Overworld model from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun, Moon}}, {{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon}}
|}
|}


===Quotes===
==Quotes==
;'''[[Iki Town]]'''
{{main|Hala/Quotes}}
;'''First meeting'''
:''"Have I missed something?"''
:''"I am kahuna of this island, after all. Whenever there is a problem on the island, it is my duty to resolve it."''
:''"Sorry, [[Lillie]]. What were you saying before? For some reason I thought I saw {{p|Tapu Koko}} flying about..."''
:''"Ho! Although it is said to protect us, our Tapu Koko is a rather fickle creature. Yet our guardian was moved to save you. Kukui, my boy, I think we have cause to celebrate! It seems I should entrust this brave and kind young boy/girl with a Pokémon of his/her own. We’ll make a fine Trainer out of him/her!"''
:''"I’m glad to meet you, child. I am Hala, the kahuna of Melemele Island. Welcome to Alola! Young Kukui had told me of your coming. I’m glad we got the chance to meet today."''
:''"Come, my Pokémon! Let’s have a look at you!"''
:''"First is the {{Type|Grass}} Pokémon, {{p|Rowlet}}! Next is the {{Type|Fire}} Pokémon, {{p|Litten}}! And last is the {{Type|Water}} Pokémon, {{p|Popplio}}!"''
:''"Which Pokémon will you choose as your partner?"''


* After choosing the Starter Pokemon
==In the anime==
:''"Only when you have both chosen each other can you truly call each other partners. So let us see if little Rowlet/Litten/Popplio there also decides to choose you!"''
===Main series===
:''"Ho! So little Rowlet/Litten/Popplio has accepted you as well, <player>!"''
====''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]''====
:''"Having accepted one another, you’ll surely be friends for life!"''
[[File:Hala anime.png|thumb|250px|Hala in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
:''"If you two can work in harmony with each other, you can go anywhere together!"''
As revealed in ''[[SM128|League Offenders and Defenders!]]'', Hala was once {{an|Professor Kukui}} and [[Guzma]]'s mentor. He attempted to keep the peace between the pair, but Guzma became disillusioned with Hala's teachings and decided to become strong on his own without using a [[Z-Ring]] or [[Z-Crystal]]s.
;'''Upon meeting Hau'''
:''"Dahahaha! Where’s the fire, boy? And what kind of a Pokémon battle would that be where you don’t even give a name first, eh?"''
:''"I appreciate you being willing to take on my grandson here. I expect a no-holds-barred battle from the both of you!"''
:''"Very well, then! Let the Pokémon battle begin!"''
* After battling Hau
:''"Hm? <Player>... Would you be so kind as to give me a look at that {{key|VII|Sparkling Stone|sparkling stone}} you have there?"''
:''"Could it be?!"''
:''"You were rescued by Tapu Koko at the bridge— isn’t that what I heard, <player>?"''
:''"So it even deigned to give you a stone... Perhaps you are here in Alola, <player>, because this is where you are meant to be. Allow me to borrow this stone for now. Fret not! I’ll return it to you tomorrow evening. It would seem that you have the makings of a fine Trainer. You must do us the honor of joining in our festival tomorrow!"''


;'''On the day of the festival
Hala debuted in ''[[SM009|To Top a Totem!]]'', where he was revealed to be the one who made the Z-Ring that {{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Koko}} gave to {{Ash}} in ''[[SM001|Alola to New Adventure!]]''. He tasked Ash with finding a nonviolent way to drive out a group of {{pkmn2|wild}} {{rf|Alolan}} {{p|Rattata}} and {{p|Raticate}}. After Ash gave him the answer, he led Ash to [[Verdant Cavern]], a trial site inhabited by a {{pkmn2|Totem}} {{p|Gumshoos}}, so that Ash could start his [[island challenge]]. Following Ash's victory, he became qualified to take on Hala's grand trial.
:''"The Alola region is made up of our four islands. And each island has its own guardian Pokémon. Our festival today is held to express our thanks to these great Pokémon guardian deities for always remaining by our sides. Well, we may call it a festival, but it’s just this little thing you see here. There may not be many of us, but at least every last one of us here goes all out."''
:''"Your Pokémon have fought for you, so show them the same care in return, <player>. Allow me to heal them for you this time."''
:''"Are you ready for this Pokémon battle?"''
::'''Yes''': ''"Then let’s begin!"''
::'''No''': ''"When you feel that you’re ready, come back and tell me."''


* Before the ceremony battle
In ''[[SM010|Trial and Tribulation!]]'', Hala was Ash's opponent in his Melemele grand trial. After a tough battle, Ash emerged victorious. Hala was about to give Ash a [[Fightinium Z]] as a reward, but suddenly, Tapu Koko swooped in and swapped it with an [[Electrium Z]], which Hala gave to Ash instead.  
:''"For all life on our islands... and for those who undertake the island challenge with joy in their hearts... we pray for your protection... for them and all Melemele. May this Pokémon battle be an offering to our island’s guardian deity—Tapu Koko!"''
:''"Before you stands Hau—grandson to the kahuna."''
:''"Before him stands <player>— one who has met with Tapu Koko."''
:''"<Player>! Hau! Bring forth the power of your Pokémon!"''


* After the ceremony battle
In ''[[SM051|Family Determination!]]'', Hala informed Ash and {{ashcl}} of the legend of {{p|Solgaleo}} and the [[Altar of the Sunne]]. In ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]'', he attended the wedding of Professor Kukui and {{an|Professor Burnet}}.
:''"It was a good battle. With this, even Tapu Koko..."'' (Tapu Koko's voice are sounded across the town) ''"Ho! You heard it yourself! Tapu Koko’s song of approval."''
:''"Oh, I nearly forgot! I think it is time you take this, <player>."''
:''"Your [[Z-Ring]], a mysterious armband that can draw out the power that lies deep within Pokémon... It can bring forth their [[Z-Move|Z-Power]]. We kahunas can make them by refining stones like the Sparkling Stone that you received from Tapu Koko. Although until you collect more [[Z-Crystal|Z-Crystals]] during your island challenge, you will not be able to draw out the Z-Power of your Pokémon. And yet you have already received that Sparkling Stone... It seems Tapu Koko took quite a liking to you... or perhaps it has a mission for you. In other words, it’s time for you to get out there and start your [[Island challenge|island challenge]]! If you visit every island, maybe you’ll figure out what that mission is."''


;'''[[Hau'oli City]]
In ''[[SM060|Getting a Jump on the Competition!]]'', Hala visited [[Mount Lanakila]], where he and his {{p|Crabrawler}} battled a {{p|Sneasel}} and won, allowing Crabrawler to evolve into {{p|Crabominable}}. Later, along with Crabominable, he entered the [[Pokémon Sled Jump Games]] and won.
;'''Near Trainer's School'''
:''"Ho! If it isn’t Lillie and <player>. Sorry for scaring you, friend. I guess it’s time I get old {{p|Tauros}} back home. Oh! But why don’t you give him a little pat first, <player>?"''
:''"Ha ha ha! You see that? This rascal already loves you! Pokémon become happier when we show them some [[Pokémon Refresh|care]]."''
:''"Wa ha ha! Oh the places you’ll go, child! And as you do, you will surely meet more Pokémon and people who will enrich your life."''


;'''Near path to [[Alola Route 2|Route 2]]'''
He reappeared in the [[Poké Problem]] segment of [[SM079]], where he was watching a {{p|Minior}} shower with Hariyama.
* If spoken to when player hasn't finished exploring Hau'oli City
[[File:Hala younger anime.png|thumb|left|250px|A younger Hala]]
:''"<Player>! You stand back. Old kahuna Hala will take care of this ornery Tauros! Why don’t you take a stroll through Hau’oli?"''
In ''[[SM088|Full Moon and Many Arms!]]'', Hala and Hariyama watched the battle between {{an|Lunala}} and {{an|Necrozma}}. Because of Necrozma's presence, he became tired and lacked motivation, but he was eventually restored when Necrozma disappeared. He later prayed at the Ruins of Conflict while he waited for the [[Manalo Festival]] to begin. In ''[[SM090|Securing the Future!]]'', Hala joined the rest of Alola in restoring Necrozma to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|true form}} by lending it some of his [[Z-Power]].
* After player finished exploring Hau'oli City
:''"Hah!"''
:''"There! <Player>, I’ve got this ornery creature calmed again, for now. Want to try giving him a little pat again? That’s the only way he’ll get used to you."''
:''"Maybe old Tauros here can feel your love for Pokémon. He sure seems happy to know you. And yet... It still seems to me like Tauros wants to stretch his legs on his own island challenge! Ha!"''
:''"What! You want to play tag, now? The Melemele kahuna never loses, friend!"''


;'''Iki Town'''
He reappeared in a flashback in ''[[SM097|No Stone Unturned!]]''.
;'''Grand Trial of Melemele Island'''
:''"Congratulations on clearing your trial in the Verdant Cavern. Good work. I suppose you are here to battle the kahuna? You think you and <First Pokémon in party> are ready for me, <player>?"''
::'''Definitely!''' ''"I have been waiting for this!"''
::'''Please wait''' ''"I will. But come speak with me as soon as you are ready."''
* If talked to again
:''"Are you here to battle the kahuna? <Player>! <First Pokémon in party>!"''
* Before battle
:''"Ho! I have been expecting you. Allow me to properly greet the young adventurers embarking on their island challenge. I am Hala, the kahuna of Melemele Island."''
:''"Shall we begin? The final trial here on Melemele Island will be a Pokémon battle against me, the kahuna! It is known as the grand trial! "''
:* If player only has one Pokémon in [[Party|party]]
::''"Well, <player>! You have been entrusted with the Sparkling Stone by Tapu Koko! Now show me you and your partner <first Pokémon in party>’s full power!"''
:*If player has more than one Pokémon in party
::''"Well, <player>! You have been entrusted with the Sparkling Stone by Tapu Koko! Now show me you and your partner <first Pokémon in party> and your team’s full power!"''
:''"Old Hala here will also be going all out! Let the grand trial begin!"''
* Being defeated
:''"Whoa! Well played!"''
* After being defeated
:''"...Hmmph! The results come as no surprise to me. What a fine Trainer...and what fine Pokémon, too!"''
:''"Ho! And our mighty Tapu Koko agrees!"''
:''"Hmmph! Perhaps Tapu Koko is hoping that a day may come when you will grow strong enough to battle it as well... Accept this Z-Crystal! It allows Trainers to share their power with their partner Pokémon!"''
:''"Observe, <player>. If you wish to use the {{Type|Fighting}} Z-Power, move your arm like this... then bend your hips like this and pose!"''
:''"Now then, <player>! With this victory... you have cleared all of the trials of Melemele Island, the first of Alola’s islands! [[Trainer Passport|The Melemele stamp]] is proof of your accomplishments. With it, Pokémon up to Lv. 35, even those you received in a [[Trade|trade]], will [[Obedience|obey]] you!"''
:''"The moon in the daytime... The sun at night... Now to see if you can pour your heart into something that cannot be seen but is very much real. As you continue on your island challenge, consider what makes up the people and Pokémon that you meet: both what you can see and what you cannot. You will surely meet Tapu Koko again someday."''


;'''Getting [[Poké Ride]]'''
In ''[[SM114|Beauty is Only Crystal Deep!]]'', Hala was working on a Z-Ring when {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Pheromosa}} arrived at his house. He and Hariyama attempted to battle it, but Pheromosa managed to steal his Fightinium Z before fleeing when the [[Ultra Guardians]] arrived on the scene.
:''"Whoa there, Tauros!"''
:''"I’ve got an idea! How about I set you up so you can ride my Tauros whenever you’d like? No reason why he shouldn’t get to enjoy the island challenge, too!"''
:''"I’ll take care of all the little things you’ll need in order to ride a Pokémon, <player>!"''
:''"Why don’t you hop on there?"''
* After the player rides the Tauros
:''"The world looks a bit different from atop a mighty Tauros, eh? See, <player>. Here in Alola our Pokémon lend us their strength and let us ride about on them!"''
:''"Let me explain some of the gear I gave you... Your Ride Pager is a tool that lets you summon a Ride Pokémon. According to the instructions, you need only  “press the Y Button to turn on your Ride Pager! Use the B Button to dash!”"''
:''"And your Riding Wear will be the special outfit you wear when riding Pokémon."''
:''"Have a little romp around Alola with Tauros here. I’m sure you’ll be charmed by him! When you use your Ride Pager, Ride Pokémon will kindly come running to help you wherever you may be!"''
:''"All right, <player>. With a little help from Tauros, you can smash right through those big rocks on [[Alola Route 1|Route 1]]!"


;[[Mahalo Trail]]
In ''[[SM115|The Dealer of Destruction!]]'', Hala, his fellow kahunas, and {{an|Lusamine}} helped Professor Kukui reveal the [[Alola League]] to the public.
:''"Dooot doo doo, just a kahuna on a stroll to the laguna. ♪"''
:''"Wait, this disturbance I feel..."''
* After the appearance of [[Ultra Beast]]
:''"Oh, this one’s a {{p|Buzzwole|rare}} {{p|Pheromosa|visitor}}! You have come before the island kahuna!"''
:''"Did {{p|Tapu Koko|you}} come here as a guardian or just to battle? The other islands must surely be facing the same threat. I’m counting on you, my comrades... As kahuna of this island, I, Hala, will support you!"''


;[[Pokémon League (Alola)|Pokémon League]]
In ''[[SM116|The Secret Princess!]]'', {{an|Lillie}} visited Hala after she came across [[Mohn|her father]]'s Z-Ring, which he earned from the island kahuna himself years prior. She sought his permission to use the Z-Ring, and Hala accepted on one condition: that Lillie be able to perform a [[Z-Move]] with [[Snowy]]. Lillie took up the challenge, but the Z-Power failed to completely charge up. Even so, Hala was touched by Lillie's ambition to train hard and connect with her father. As a result, he allowed her to keep the Z-Ring temporarily.
* Upon entering Fighting Chamber
:''"Old Hala is here to make you holler!"''
;First battle
* Before battle
:''"Your old kahuna is now also a member of the [[Elite Four#Alola Elite Four|Elite Four]]. Well, this time I’m holding nothing back! Time for you to see what I can really do!"''
* Upon being defeated
:''"I could feel the power you gained on your journey through Alola."''
* After being defeated
:''"It is only when the balance of the old and the new is just right that you can create something truly original. That is what I saw in the battle between us. An elder’s experience and the fire of youth!"''
;Rematch battle
* Before battle
:''"Welcome, Champion, to the Pokémon League, where strength is everything! Now, with love in our hearts, let us clash in Pokémon battle!"''
* Upon being defeated
:''"I sensed the strength that you possess as Champion."''
* After being defeated
:''"A heart-pounding battle like that always sends a shiver through my whole body! I’m sure my Pokémon felt it, too!"''
* General afterword
:''(If chosen first) "Oh ho ho! So it’s me who faced you first. Defeating the Elite Four will become a fine part of our island challenge!"''
:''(If chosen second) "Oh ho ho! So I was the second to face you? Some people would say you’re halfway there, while some may say you’ve still got halfway to go. How you see it is up to you."''
:''(if chosen third) "Oh ho ho! So I was the third to face you? If you’ll take a bit of advice from this old man, I wouldn’t let my guard down yet if I were you."''
:''(If chosen last) "Oh ho ho! So I was the last to face you? But then who do you think awaits you in the Champion’s chamber?"''


;Entering [[Hall of Fame]]
In ''[[SM125|A Timeless Encounter!]]'', Hala appeared in a flashback, where he defeated an {{tc|Ace Trainer}} while being watched by a young Professor Kukui.
:''"You’ve entered the Hall of Fame! Spectacular! Much as the sun shines upon the moon, illuminating it, so have the friends you made during your island challenge illuminated your life. You have grown so much!"''
:''"The first ever {{pkmn|Champion}} of the Alola Pokémon League! Let’s celebrate so grandly that even the sun and moon themselves will take notice! Ha!"''


;Iki Town (Celebration)
In ''[[SM129|Battle Royal 151!]]'', Hala appeared alongside his fellow kahunas, acting as a [[Battle judge|referee]] during the [[Battle Royal]] round of the [[Manalo Conference]]. In ''[[SM130|Battling Besties!]]'', Hala refereed the first pair of first-round matches: one between Ash and {{an|Faba}}, and the other between Guzma and [[Ilima]]—before watching Hau's match against [[Samson Oak]].
:''"Here he/she is! The first Pokémon League  Champion from Alola! This calls for celebration, so let’s all get to it!"''


;Hau'oli City Beachfront (post-game)
In ''[[SM132|Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Strategy!]]'', Hala watched the battle between Hau and Ash. In [[SM133|the next episode]], [[Nanu]] declared Hau the winner when Hau's {{p|Decidueye}} stood up after a clash with [[Ash's Rowlet]]. However, the verdict was overruled by Hala after he pointed out that Rowlet had fallen asleep instead of being knocked out. Hala later comforted Hau after the latter's loss to Ash. Afterwards, he refereed the battle between {{an|Kiawe}} and {{an|Sophocles}}. Then, from ''[[SM134|The Road to The Semifinals!]]'' to ''[[SM139|Enter the Champion!]]'', he watched the rest of the battles in the stands for the remainder of the tournament. After the final battle ended, Hala attended the award ceremony for the winner, only for it to be interrupted when a {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Manalo Stadium Guzzlord|Guzzlord}} arrived at the stadium through an [[Ultra Wormhole]].
:''"Well played, <player>!
:''"What a high opinion of yourself you have. Ha! I just happened to see <player> here, so I thought I would come over."''
:''"Oh, [[Guzma]]...when will you understand? Only when you respect your opponent’s skill will it bring out the best in you. You miss the true meaning of battling. The goal is not to beat your opponent down, but for both Trainers to grow stronger!"''
:''"But the battle I just saw seemed a bit different. While you may say you’re only interested in crushing your opponent, I sensed a desire to defeat <player> deep in your heart."''
:''"If you continue on this path, you’ll never be able to defeat <player>! Guzma, admit the worthiness of your opponents! Only then can you become even stronger than you already are! Allow yourself to know the people and Pokémon you encounter, and look deeply into your heart."''
:''"<Player>, allow me to handle this foolish young man. I will make a fine Trainer out of him yet, or I’m not an island kahuna! I hope that can be considered penance for the wrongs he and [[Team Skull]] have committed."''
:''"Oh ho ho! The two of us will go many places together! And we will meet more people and Pokémon who will enrich our lives."''


;Iki Town (Hala's home)
In ''[[SM140|Z-Move Showdown!]]'', Hala and the other island kahunas joined forces to battle Guzzlord. The guardian deities later came to their assistance, using their powers to keep Guzzlord in place long enough for Hala and the others to fire off their Z-Moves. The combined attacks launched Guzzlord back into the wormhole it came out of, successfully sending it back into [[Ultra Space]].  
:''"Oh, <player>! How’s Alola treating you? The sun shines all on its own, and the moon shines down reflected light. Each of them lights our world, one in the daytime and the other at night. If you prefer brightness, then live in the light. If you prefer darkness, then you can find people and Pokémon that can suit that taste, too."''


===Sprites===
From ''[[SM141|Exhibition Unmasked!]]'' to ''[[SM144|From Z to Shining Z!]]'', Hala refereed the {{wp|exhibition game|exhibition match}} between Ash and Professor Kukui.
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Hala appeared in a fantasy in ''[[SM145|Dreams of the Sun and Moon!]]''.
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In ''[[SM146|Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues!]]'', Hala acted as the referee of Hau's grand trial battle against Nanu and his {{rf|Alolan}} {{p|Persian}}.
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====''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''====
In ''[[JN112|Helping the Hometown Hero!]]'', Hala hosted a party to welcome Lillie and her family back to Alola after they found Mohn. The next day, Hala watched a [[Battle Royal]] match between Ash, Kiawe, Gladion, and Professor Kukui.
 
====Character====
Hala is a carefree individual. He is also respected for his knowledge, experience, and adherence to [[Alola]] traditions. As such, many characters often seek out Hala for advice, like {{an|Lillie}} in ''[[SM116|The Secret Princess!]]''. He holds his position of [[island kahuna]] with immense pride and uses it to instill patience within the younger generations.
 
====Pokémon====
This listing is of Hala's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hala
|pkmn=Hariyama
|stage1=Makuhita
|type1=Fighting
|img=Hala Makuhita.png
|cap=Hala's Makuhita
|img2=Hala Hariyama.png
|cap2=Hala's Hariyama
|epnum=SM009
|epname=To Top a Totem!
|vajp=Shin-ichiro Miki
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc={{p|Hariyama}} appeared in ''[[SM009|To Top a Totem!]]'', where it was shown beside its {{pkmn|Trainer}}. In ''[[SM010|Trial and Tribulation!]]'', it was the second Pokémon Hala used in his battle against {{Ash}}. After a hard-fought battle, it was defeated by {{AP|Pikachu}}'s {{m|Breakneck Blitz}}.
 
It reappeared in ''[[SM051|Family Determination!]]'' at Hala's house, and yet again in ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]'', when it attended the wedding of {{an|Professor Kukui}} and {{an|Professor Burnet}} with Hala.
 
In ''[[SM079|Showering the World with Love!]]'', Hariyama was watching a {{p|Minior}} shower alongside its Trainer.
 
It appeared yet again in ''[[SM088|Full Moon and Many Arms!]]''.
 
In ''[[SM090|Securing the Future!]]'', Hariyama joined the rest of Alola in showering {{an|Necrozma}} with light so it could return to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|true form}}.
 
It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[SM097|No Stone Unturned!]]''.
 
In ''[[SM114|Beauty is Only Crystal Deep!]]'', Hariyama attempted to battle {{p|Pheromosa}} but lost.
 
In ''[[SM125|A Timeless Encounter!]]'', it appeared as a {{p|Makuhita}} in a flashback. It fought an {{tc|Ace Trainer}}'s {{rf|Alolan}} {{p|Sandslash}} and won.
 
In ''[[SM140|Z-Move Showdown!]]'', Hariyama was used battle a {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Manalo Stadium Guzzlord|Guzzlord}} that was attacking [[Manalo Stadium]].
 
It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[SM144|From Z to Shining Z!]]''.
 
Hariyama's known moves are {{m|Fake Out}}, {{m|Knock Off}}, {{m|Arm Thrust}}, {{m|Belly Drum}}, {{m|Heavy Slam}}, and {{m|Close Combat}}.<br>
Hariyama can also perform the [[Z-Move]] {{m|All-Out Pummeling}}.}}
 
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hala
|pkmn=Crabominable
|stage1=Crabrawler
|type1=Fighting
|type2=Ice
|img=Hala Crabrawler.png
|cap=Hala's Crabrawler
|img2=Hala Crabominable.png
|cap2=Hala's Crabominable
|epnum=SM010
|epname=Trial and Tribulation!
|vajp=Fumiko Takekuma
|vaen=Jake Paque
|desc=Hala's {{p|Crabominable}} first appeared as a {{p|Crabrawler}} in ''[[SM010|Trial and Tribulation!]]'', being the first Pokémon Hala sent out during his grand trial battle against {{Ash}}. Despite putting up a good fight, it eventually fell to {{AP|Rowlet}}.
 
In ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]'', it attended the wedding of {{an|Professor Kukui}} and {{an|Professor Burnet}} with Hala.
 
In ''[[SM060|Getting a Jump on the Competition!]]'', Crabrawler evolved into Crabominable after defeating a {{p|Sneasel}} on [[Mount Lanakila]]. It later entered the [[Pokémon Sled Jump Games]] along with its Trainer, where their impressive performance granted them first place.
 
It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[SM097|No Stone Unturned!]]''.
 
Crabominable's known moves are {{m|Bubble Beam}}, {{m|Brutal Swing}}, and {{m|Power-Up Punch}}.}}
 
====Pokémon competitions====
Hala has competed in the following {{cat|Pokémon competitions}}:
* [[Pokémon Sled Jump Games]] - Winner (''[[SM060|Getting a Jump on the Competition!]]'')
 
====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{fighting color light}}|bordercolor={{fighting color}}
|ja=檜山修之 ''[[Nobuyuki Hiyama]]''
|pl=Adam Bauman
|da=Michael Elo
|fi=Jarmo Koski
|id=Rudi Sukistiyono (RTV dub)
|ru=Олег Куценко ''Oleg Kutzenko''
|en=[[Ryan Andes]]
|pt_br=Isaac Bardavid
|es_la=José María Negri
|vi=Trần Vũ
|es_eu=Juan Luis Rovira}}
 
===GOTCHA!===
Hala briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].
 
==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Hala Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Hala in Pokémon Adventures]]
Hala debuted in ''[[PASM02|The Delivery of Rotom and the Girl]]''. He was first seen with his fellow kahunas, [[Olivia]] and [[Nanu]], at [[Malie Garden]], where they discussed the sightings of the [[guardian deities]] around Alola. They speculated that the normally reclusive guardian deities appearing before people must have been caused by them being angered by something.
 
In ''[[PASM03|Pokémon Move Specialist Professor Kukui]]'', Hala refereed a {{pkmn|battle}} between Nanu and Olivia in order to test a stage to be used in an upcoming festival. During the battle, Nanu angered Olivia into using her [[Z-Power]]. When Nanu retaliated with his own [[Z-Move]], Hala interrupted the battle. The kahunas decided that they will use the festival to have Alolan youths battle against each other. The strongest participants would travel around Alola's four islands, imitating the [[island challenge]], in order to calm the guardian deities' rage.
 
In ''[[PASM04|The Final Match and a Surprising Finale!]]'', the Iki Town festival officially began. Once sundown had arrived, Hala referred the festival tournament alongside [[Samson Oak]].
 
In ''[[PASM08|Going Ashore and Neighboring Akala Island]]'', [[Professor Kukui]] received a call from Hala on his yacht as he transported {{adv|Sun}} and {{adv|Moon}} to [[Akala Island]]. Hala talked to Sun, who had won the tournament, and revealed that the boy is now eligible to take part in the island challenge. Although Sun is initially reluctant to take part in the challenge due to needing to obtain a large sum of money, he immediately accepted once he is told that he would be paid for participating. Hala also revealed that he took Sun's [[Sparkling Stone]] so that he may work on it.
 
In ''[[PASM10|Defeat and the Commander of the School of Fish]]'', Hala was visited at his home by [[Kahili]], who he had requested return to Alola from abroad in order to aid in helping stop the guardian deities' rage. Kahili revealed that shortly after arriving in Alola, she began investigating Melemele Island and was attacked by a {{p|Buzzwole}} and {{p|Kartana}} at [[Melemele Meadow]]. While the two [[Ultra Beasts]] disappeared shortly after she tried fighting back, Kahili speculated that they may be the source of the guardian deities' rage. Eventually, Hala successfully turned Sun's Sparkling Stone into a [[Z-Ring]], which he gave to Kahili so that she may deliver it to Sun.
 
In ''[[PASM21|Thieving and Boss Crabominable]]'', Hala, Olivia, and Nanu met at Hala's house, where they decided to make [[Hapu]] the next kahuna of [[Poni Island]]. Afterward, Olivia and Nanu decided to head back to their respective islands to assist the [[Trial Captain]]s fend off the Ultra Beasts that appeared in Alola. Just before Nanu could open the door to leave, the Kartana and Buzzwole that had attacked Kahili before burst into the building. Olivia and Nanu offered to help Hala battle the two beasts, but he refused and told them to defend their islands instead.
 
In ''[[PASM26|Adventure in the Dark Dimension]]'', the island kahunas and [[Trial Captain]]s were revealed to have spent six months on [[Exeggutor Island]] {{pkmn|training}} to prepare for another clash with the Ultra Beasts. Later, Hala was asked by [[Hau]] to participate in the battle to protect Alola. Though Hala had already refused a previous request, Hau revealed he had been training by himself while traveling around Alola and unknowingly obtained a Sparkling Stone, which was made into a Z-Ring by Olivia. Seeing the Z-Ring and Hau's determination, Hala agreed to train his grandson.
 
Hala took Hau to [[Resolution Cave]], where they sparred until Hau's {{p|Brionne}} evolved into a {{p|Primarina}}. After finishing their training, Hala decided they should join the others on [[Mount Lanakila]], only to be interrupted by a battle between {{p|Tapu Fini}} and a Buzzwole. After learning the others were also battling the Ultra Beasts, Hau and Hala teamed up to assist Tapu Fini.
 
====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hala
|pkmn=Bewear
|type1=Normal
|type2=Fighting
|img=Hala Bewear Adventures.png
|epnum=PASM03
|epname=Pokémon Move Specialist Professor Kukui
|desc={{p|Bewear}} is Hala's first known Pokémon. It was first seen with its {{pkmn|Trainer}} watching a {{pkmn|battle}} between Nanu and Olivia. When Hala stepped in to stop Nanu and Olivia from using their Z-Moves, Bewear caught Hala after the latter was knocked to the ground after being hit by Olivia's {{p|Lycanroc}}. Later, it fought a {{p|Kartana}} and {{p|Buzzwole}} that invaded Hala's home.
 
Bewear's only known move is {{m|Hyper Beam}}.}}
 
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hala
|pkmn=Hariyama
|type1=Fighting
|img=Hala Hariyama Adventures.png
|epnum=PASM21
|epname=Thieving and Boss Crabominable
|desc={{p|Hariyama}} is Hala's second known Pokémon. It was first used to battle a {{p|Kartana}} and {{p|Buzzwole}} that invaded Hala's home.
 
Hariyama's only known move is {{m|Close Combat}}{{tt|*|mentioned and used off-panel}}.}}
 
===Pokémon Horizon===
Hala appeared in ''[[HOR04|Mastering the Z-Move!]]''. {{OBP|Akira|Horizon}} and [[Mana]] sought his help in order to grow stronger during their [[island challenge]], so he demonstrated them how to use a [[Z-Move]]. However, since Akira was unable to perform a Z-Move, Hala deduced that he wasn't one with nature yet and decided to put him through a trial: if he could make a {{p|Wimpod}} drop its guard and approach it without it running away, it'd be a sign that he had become one with nature. Once Akira had succeeded in the given task and successfully used a Z-Move against a {{pkmn2|Totem}} {{p|Lucario}}, Hala declared that he had passed the trial.
 
====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hala
|pkmn=Crabrawler
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=HOR04
|epname=Mastering the Z-Move!
|desc={{p|Crabrawler}} is Hala's only known Pokémon. He used it to demonstrate a [[Z-Move]] to {{OBP|Akira|Horizon}} and [[Mana]].
 
None of Crabrawler's moves are known{{tt|*|Crabrawler is implied to know a Normal-type attack through its use of Breakneck Blitz}}.<br>
Crabrawler can also perform the [[Z-Move]] {{m|Breakneck Blitz}}.}}
 
==In the TCG==
[[File:HalaGuardiansRising143.jpg|200px|thumb|Full Art print of Hala]]
This listing is of cards featuring Hala in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].
{{cardlist/header|Hala's cards|Fighting|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Guardians Rising|Hala|126}}|type=Supporter|expanded=yes|enset=Guardians Rising|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=126/145|jpset=Islands Await You|jprarity=U|jpnum=049/050|enset2=Guardians Rising|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=143/145|jpset2=Islands Await You|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=055/050|jpset3=Tapu Bulu-GX Enhanced Starter Set|jpnum3=019/021|jpset4=SM-P Promotional cards|jpnum4=082/SM-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Cosmic Eclipse|Guzma & Hala|193}}|type=Supporter|expanded=yes|enset=Cosmic Eclipse|enrarity=Rare Ultra|ennum=193/236|jpset=Alter Genesis|jprarity=U|jpnum=087/095|enset2=Cosmic Eclipse|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=229/236|jpset2=Alter Genesis|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=105/095}}
{{cardlist/footer|Fighting}}
{{-}}
 
==Trivia==
* Hala is 5'7" (170&nbsp;cm) tall, as seen in his reference sheet.


==Names==
==Names==
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| Hala
| Hala
| Same as Japanese name
| Same as Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Pectorius
| From ''Pandanus tectorius'' and possibly ''{{wp|Pectoralis major muscle}}''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Spanish
| Kaudan
| Kaudan
| Possibly from ''kahuna'' and ''Pandanus''
| Possibly from ''kahuna'' and ''Pandanus''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Pectorius
| From ''Pandanus tectorius'' and possibly ''{{wp|pectoralis major}}''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| Korean
| 할라 ''Halla''
| 할라 ''Halla''
| Transliteration of Japanese name
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 哈拉 ''Hālā''
| 哈拉 ''Hālā''
| Transliteration of Japanese name
| rowspan="2" | Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 哈拉 ''Hālāai''
| 哈拉 ''Hālāai''
| Mandarin-based transliteration of Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Pandam
| From ''Pandanus tectorius''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Russian
| Russian
| Хала ''Khala''
| Хала ''Khala''
| Transcription of English name
| Transcription of his English name
|}{{-}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| ฮาลา ''Hala''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}
 
==References==
<references />


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[[Category:Trainers with Z-Rings]]
[[Category:Trainers with Z-Rings]]
[[Category:Pokémon Adventures characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Horizon characters]]
[[Category:Anime characters]]


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Hala
ハラ Hala
Sun Moon Hala.png
Art from Sun and Moon by Ken Sugimori[1]
Age Unknown
Gender Male
Eye color Brown
Hair color Gray
Hometown Iki Town
Region Alola
Relatives Hau (grandson), unnamed son
Trainer class Island Kahuna, Elite FourSM
Generation VII, VIII, IX
Counterpart(s) Hala (Masters)
Games Sun and Moon, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, Masters EX
English voice actor Kane Jungbluth-Murry[2] (Masters EX)
Japanese voice actor Hōchū Ōtsuka[3] (Masters EX)
Member of Island challenge
Rank Island kahuna
Kahuna of Melemele Island
Z-Crystal Fightinium Z
Specializes in Fighting-types
Member of Alola LeagueSM
Rank Elite Four
Specializes in Fighting-types
Anime series Pokémon the Series
Debut To Top a Totem!
English voice actor Ryan Andes
Japanese voice actor Nobuyuki Hiyama
Manga series Pokémon Adventures
Pokémon Horizon
Debut The Delivery of Rotom and the Girl (Adventures)
Mastering the Z-Move! (Horizon)

Hala (Japanese: ハラ Hala) is a character introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon. He is the grandfather of Hau and the kahuna of Melemele Island. He specializes in Fighting-type Pokémon and grants the Melemele stamp to Trainers who defeat him. In Sun and Moon, he also becomes a member of the Alola Elite Four.

In the core series games

As kahuna of Melemele Island, Hala is considered one of the island's strongest Trainers. Hau is his grandson.

In Pokémon Sun and Moon, Hala gives the player their first partner Pokémon. The next day, he leads a ceremony celebrating the beginning of the player and Hau's careers as Pokémon Trainers. The player eventually battles him in the grand trial of the Melemele island challenge.

When Ultra Wormholes begin appearing across Alola, Hala encounters UB-02 AbsorptionS/BeautyM. Before he can send out a Pokémon to battle, Tapu Koko appears to battle the Ultra Beast. Hala agrees to work together with the guardian deity, and together, they fend off the intruder.

Later, Hala is re-encountered at the newly founded Alola Pokémon League, having been invited by Professor Kukui to be a member of the Elite Four.

In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, Hala's role is slightly altered. The player now receives their first partner Pokémon from Professor Kukui instead, although they still technically belong to Hala. When Ultra Beasts start appearing in Alola, Hala comes face to face with a BlacephalonUS/StakatakaUM, but this time, he's accompanied by Hau, and decides to leave the fight to his grandson, who is soon joined by Tapu Koko.

At the Pokémon League, Hala's position as an Elite Four member is instead taken up by Molayne. Despite this, Hala can still be challenged to a rematch once during the post-game. Upon defeating him in the rematch, Hala will award the player with the two Z-Crystals for the final evolutions of the other two Alolan first partner Pokémon that the player did not pick at the beginning of the game.

Pokémon

Hala's Pokémon are kept in Ultra Balls.

Pokémon Sun and Moon

Grand trial battle



Pokémon League battle



Pokémon League rematch



Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Grand trial battle



Second battle



Gives to new Trainers

In Pokémon Sun and Moon only, Hala allows the player to pick one of the three Alola first partner Pokémon as their first Pokémon.

722Rowlet.png
Types:
Grass Flying
Ability:
Overgrow
Held item:
None.png None None.png
Rowlet♂/♀ Lv.5
Tackle
Normal Physical
Leafage
Grass Physical
Growl
Normal Status
  --  
   
725Litten.png
Type:
Fire Unknown
Ability:
Blaze
Held item:
None.png None None.png
Litten♂/♀ Lv.5
Scratch
Normal Physical
Ember
Fire Special
Growl
Normal Status
  --  
   
728Popplio.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Ability:
Torrent
Held item:
None.png None None.png
Popplio♂/♀ Lv.5
Pound
Normal Physical
Water Gun
Water Special
Growl
Normal Status
  --  
   

In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Hala (Masters)

Hala forms a sync pair with Crabominable in Pokémon Masters EX. Hala became a playable sync pair on June 15, 2021.

Sync Dex Trainer NDex Pokémon Type Weakness Role Base Potential Availability
#131 VSHala Masters.png Hala #0740 MastersIcon0740.png Crabominable♂
Ice
IceIC Masters.png 		Flying
FlyingIC Masters.png 		Masters Physical Strike.png ★★★★★☆EX Sync Pair Scout

Gallery

Artwork

Hala concept art.png SM Ending Screen 1.png
Concept art from Pokémon Sun and Moon Ending screenshot with Hau from Pokémon Sun and Moon


Sprites and models

VSHala.png VSHala 2.png VSHala USUM.png VSHala 2 USUM.png
Island kahuna VS model from
Sun and Moon 		Elite Four VS sprite from
Sun and Moon 		VS model from
Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon 		Unused VS sprite from
Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Spr SM Hala.png Hala SM OD.png
High-poly model from
Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon 		Overworld model from
Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon

Quotes

Main article: Hala/Quotes

In the anime

Main series

Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon

Hala in the anime

As revealed in League Offenders and Defenders!, Hala was once Professor Kukui and Guzma's mentor. He attempted to keep the peace between the pair, but Guzma became disillusioned with Hala's teachings and decided to become strong on his own without using a Z-Ring or Z-Crystals.

Hala debuted in To Top a Totem!, where he was revealed to be the one who made the Z-Ring that Tapu Koko gave to Ash in Alola to New Adventure!. He tasked Ash with finding a nonviolent way to drive out a group of wild Alolan Rattata and Raticate. After Ash gave him the answer, he led Ash to Verdant Cavern, a trial site inhabited by a Totem Gumshoos, so that Ash could start his island challenge. Following Ash's victory, he became qualified to take on Hala's grand trial.

In Trial and Tribulation!, Hala was Ash's opponent in his Melemele grand trial. After a tough battle, Ash emerged victorious. Hala was about to give Ash a Fightinium Z as a reward, but suddenly, Tapu Koko swooped in and swapped it with an Electrium Z, which Hala gave to Ash instead.

In Family Determination!, Hala informed Ash and his classmates of the legend of Solgaleo and the Altar of the Sunne. In The Professors' New Adventure!, he attended the wedding of Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet.

In Getting a Jump on the Competition!, Hala visited Mount Lanakila, where he and his Crabrawler battled a Sneasel and won, allowing Crabrawler to evolve into Crabominable. Later, along with Crabominable, he entered the Pokémon Sled Jump Games and won.

He reappeared in the Poké Problem segment of SM079, where he was watching a Minior shower with Hariyama.

A younger Hala

In Full Moon and Many Arms!, Hala and Hariyama watched the battle between Lunala and Necrozma. Because of Necrozma's presence, he became tired and lacked motivation, but he was eventually restored when Necrozma disappeared. He later prayed at the Ruins of Conflict while he waited for the Manalo Festival to begin. In Securing the Future!, Hala joined the rest of Alola in restoring Necrozma to its true form by lending it some of his Z-Power.

He reappeared in a flashback in No Stone Unturned!.

In Beauty is Only Crystal Deep!, Hala was working on a Z-Ring when Pheromosa arrived at his house. He and Hariyama attempted to battle it, but Pheromosa managed to steal his Fightinium Z before fleeing when the Ultra Guardians arrived on the scene.

In The Dealer of Destruction!, Hala, his fellow kahunas, and Lusamine helped Professor Kukui reveal the Alola League to the public.

In The Secret Princess!, Lillie visited Hala after she came across her father's Z-Ring, which he earned from the island kahuna himself years prior. She sought his permission to use the Z-Ring, and Hala accepted on one condition: that Lillie be able to perform a Z-Move with Snowy. Lillie took up the challenge, but the Z-Power failed to completely charge up. Even so, Hala was touched by Lillie's ambition to train hard and connect with her father. As a result, he allowed her to keep the Z-Ring temporarily.

In A Timeless Encounter!, Hala appeared in a flashback, where he defeated an Ace Trainer while being watched by a young Professor Kukui.

In Battle Royal 151!, Hala appeared alongside his fellow kahunas, acting as a referee during the Battle Royal round of the Manalo Conference. In Battling Besties!, Hala refereed the first pair of first-round matches: one between Ash and Faba, and the other between Guzma and Ilima—before watching Hau's match against Samson Oak.

In Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Strategy!, Hala watched the battle between Hau and Ash. In the next episode, Nanu declared Hau the winner when Hau's Decidueye stood up after a clash with Ash's Rowlet. However, the verdict was overruled by Hala after he pointed out that Rowlet had fallen asleep instead of being knocked out. Hala later comforted Hau after the latter's loss to Ash. Afterwards, he refereed the battle between Kiawe and Sophocles. Then, from The Road to The Semifinals! to Enter the Champion!, he watched the rest of the battles in the stands for the remainder of the tournament. After the final battle ended, Hala attended the award ceremony for the winner, only for it to be interrupted when a Guzzlord arrived at the stadium through an Ultra Wormhole.

In Z-Move Showdown!, Hala and the other island kahunas joined forces to battle Guzzlord. The guardian deities later came to their assistance, using their powers to keep Guzzlord in place long enough for Hala and the others to fire off their Z-Moves. The combined attacks launched Guzzlord back into the wormhole it came out of, successfully sending it back into Ultra Space.

From Exhibition Unmasked! to From Z to Shining Z!, Hala refereed the exhibition match between Ash and Professor Kukui.

Hala appeared in a fantasy in Dreams of the Sun and Moon!.

In Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues!, Hala acted as the referee of Hau's grand trial battle against Nanu and his Alolan Persian.

Pokémon Journeys: The Series

In Helping the Hometown Hero!, Hala hosted a party to welcome Lillie and her family back to Alola after they found Mohn. The next day, Hala watched a Battle Royal match between Ash, Kiawe, Gladion, and Professor Kukui.

Character

Hala is a carefree individual. He is also respected for his knowledge, experience, and adherence to Alola traditions. As such, many characters often seek out Hala for advice, like Lillie in The Secret Princess!. He holds his position of island kahuna with immense pride and uses it to instill patience within the younger generations.

Pokémon

This listing is of Hala's known Pokémon in the anime:

Hala's Makuhita

Hala's Hariyama
Makuhita → Hariyama
Hariyama appeared in To Top a Totem!, where it was shown beside its Trainer. In Trial and Tribulation!, it was the second Pokémon Hala used in his battle against Ash. After a hard-fought battle, it was defeated by Pikachu's Breakneck Blitz.

It reappeared in Family Determination! at Hala's house, and yet again in The Professors' New Adventure!, when it attended the wedding of Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet with Hala.

In Showering the World with Love!, Hariyama was watching a Minior shower alongside its Trainer.

It appeared yet again in Full Moon and Many Arms!.

In Securing the Future!, Hariyama joined the rest of Alola in showering Necrozma with light so it could return to its true form.

It reappeared in a flashback in No Stone Unturned!.

In Beauty is Only Crystal Deep!, Hariyama attempted to battle Pheromosa but lost.

In A Timeless Encounter!, it appeared as a Makuhita in a flashback. It fought an Ace Trainer's Alolan Sandslash and won.

In Z-Move Showdown!, Hariyama was used battle a Guzzlord that was attacking Manalo Stadium.

It reappeared in a flashback in From Z to Shining Z!.

Hariyama's known moves are Fake Out, Knock Off, Arm Thrust, Belly Drum, Heavy Slam, and Close Combat.
Hariyama can also perform the Z-Move All-Out Pummeling.

Debut To Top a Totem!
Voice actors
Japanese Shin-ichiro Miki
English Bill Rogers
Hala's Crabrawler

Hala's Crabominable
Crabrawler → Crabominable
Hala's Crabominable first appeared as a Crabrawler in Trial and Tribulation!, being the first Pokémon Hala sent out during his grand trial battle against Ash. Despite putting up a good fight, it eventually fell to Rowlet.

In The Professors' New Adventure!, it attended the wedding of Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet with Hala.

In Getting a Jump on the Competition!, Crabrawler evolved into Crabominable after defeating a Sneasel on Mount Lanakila. It later entered the Pokémon Sled Jump Games along with its Trainer, where their impressive performance granted them first place.

It reappeared in a flashback in No Stone Unturned!.

Crabominable's known moves are Bubble Beam, Brutal Swing, and Power-Up Punch.

Debut Trial and Tribulation!
Voice actors
Japanese Fumiko Takekuma
English Jake Paque

Pokémon competitions

Hala has competed in the following Pokémon competitions:

Voice actors

Language Voice actor
Japanese 檜山修之 Nobuyuki Hiyama
English Ryan Andes
Danish Michael Elo
Finnish Jarmo Koski
Indonesian Rudi Sukistiyono (RTV dub)
Polish Adam Bauman
Brazilian Portuguese Isaac Bardavid
Russian Олег Куценко Oleg Kutzenko
Spanish Latin America José María Negri
Spain Juan Luis Rovira
Vietnamese Trần Vũ


GOTCHA!

Hala briefly appeared in GOTCHA!.

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

Hala in Pokémon Adventures

Hala debuted in The Delivery of Rotom and the Girl. He was first seen with his fellow kahunas, Olivia and Nanu, at Malie Garden, where they discussed the sightings of the guardian deities around Alola. They speculated that the normally reclusive guardian deities appearing before people must have been caused by them being angered by something.

In Pokémon Move Specialist Professor Kukui, Hala refereed a battle between Nanu and Olivia in order to test a stage to be used in an upcoming festival. During the battle, Nanu angered Olivia into using her Z-Power. When Nanu retaliated with his own Z-Move, Hala interrupted the battle. The kahunas decided that they will use the festival to have Alolan youths battle against each other. The strongest participants would travel around Alola's four islands, imitating the island challenge, in order to calm the guardian deities' rage.

In The Final Match and a Surprising Finale!, the Iki Town festival officially began. Once sundown had arrived, Hala referred the festival tournament alongside Samson Oak.

In Going Ashore and Neighboring Akala Island, Professor Kukui received a call from Hala on his yacht as he transported Sun and Moon to Akala Island. Hala talked to Sun, who had won the tournament, and revealed that the boy is now eligible to take part in the island challenge. Although Sun is initially reluctant to take part in the challenge due to needing to obtain a large sum of money, he immediately accepted once he is told that he would be paid for participating. Hala also revealed that he took Sun's Sparkling Stone so that he may work on it.

In Defeat and the Commander of the School of Fish, Hala was visited at his home by Kahili, who he had requested return to Alola from abroad in order to aid in helping stop the guardian deities' rage. Kahili revealed that shortly after arriving in Alola, she began investigating Melemele Island and was attacked by a Buzzwole and Kartana at Melemele Meadow. While the two Ultra Beasts disappeared shortly after she tried fighting back, Kahili speculated that they may be the source of the guardian deities' rage. Eventually, Hala successfully turned Sun's Sparkling Stone into a Z-Ring, which he gave to Kahili so that she may deliver it to Sun.

In Thieving and Boss Crabominable, Hala, Olivia, and Nanu met at Hala's house, where they decided to make Hapu the next kahuna of Poni Island. Afterward, Olivia and Nanu decided to head back to their respective islands to assist the Trial Captains fend off the Ultra Beasts that appeared in Alola. Just before Nanu could open the door to leave, the Kartana and Buzzwole that had attacked Kahili before burst into the building. Olivia and Nanu offered to help Hala battle the two beasts, but he refused and told them to defend their islands instead.

In Adventure in the Dark Dimension, the island kahunas and Trial Captains were revealed to have spent six months on Exeggutor Island training to prepare for another clash with the Ultra Beasts. Later, Hala was asked by Hau to participate in the battle to protect Alola. Though Hala had already refused a previous request, Hau revealed he had been training by himself while traveling around Alola and unknowingly obtained a Sparkling Stone, which was made into a Z-Ring by Olivia. Seeing the Z-Ring and Hau's determination, Hala agreed to train his grandson.

Hala took Hau to Resolution Cave, where they sparred until Hau's Brionne evolved into a Primarina. After finishing their training, Hala decided they should join the others on Mount Lanakila, only to be interrupted by a battle between Tapu Fini and a Buzzwole. After learning the others were also battling the Ultra Beasts, Hau and Hala teamed up to assist Tapu Fini.

Pokémon

Hala's Bewear
Bewear
Bewear is Hala's first known Pokémon. It was first seen with its Trainer watching a battle between Nanu and Olivia. When Hala stepped in to stop Nanu and Olivia from using their Z-Moves, Bewear caught Hala after the latter was knocked to the ground after being hit by Olivia's Lycanroc. Later, it fought a Kartana and Buzzwole that invaded Hala's home.

Bewear's only known move is Hyper Beam.

Debut Pokémon Move Specialist Professor Kukui
Hala's Hariyama
Hariyama
Hariyama is Hala's second known Pokémon. It was first used to battle a Kartana and Buzzwole that invaded Hala's home.

Hariyama's only known move is Close Combat*.

Debut Thieving and Boss Crabominable

Pokémon Horizon

Hala appeared in Mastering the Z-Move!. Akira and Mana sought his help in order to grow stronger during their island challenge, so he demonstrated them how to use a Z-Move. However, since Akira was unable to perform a Z-Move, Hala deduced that he wasn't one with nature yet and decided to put him through a trial: if he could make a Wimpod drop its guard and approach it without it running away, it'd be a sign that he had become one with nature. Once Akira had succeeded in the given task and successfully used a Z-Move against a Totem Lucario, Hala declared that he had passed the trial.

Pokémon

Crabrawler
Crabrawler is Hala's only known Pokémon. He used it to demonstrate a Z-Move to Akira and Mana.

None of Crabrawler's moves are known*.
Crabrawler can also perform the Z-Move Breakneck Blitz.

Debut Mastering the Z-Move!

In the TCG

Full Art print of Hala

This listing is of cards featuring Hala in the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Hala's cards
Cards listed with a blue background are only legal to use in the current Expanded format.
Cards listed with a green background are legal to use in both the current Standard and Expanded formats.
Card Type English
Expansion 		Rarity # Japanese
Expansion 		Rarity #
Hala Su Guardians Rising Uncommon 126/145 Islands Await You U 049/050
Guardians Rising Rare Ultra 143/145 Islands Await You SR 055/050
      Tapu Bulu-GX Enhanced Starter Set   019/021
      SM-P Promotional cards   082/SM-P
Guzma & Hala Su Cosmic Eclipse Rare Ultra 193/236 Alter Genesis U 087/095
Cosmic Eclipse Rare Ultra 229/236 Alter Genesis SR 105/095
 



Trivia

  • Hala is 5'7" (170 cm) tall, as seen in his reference sheet.

Names

Language Name Origin
Japanese ハラ Hala From hala (Hawaiian for Pandanus tectorius)
English, German, Italian Hala Same as Japanese name
Spanish Kaudan Possibly from kahuna and Pandanus
French Pectorius From Pandanus tectorius and possibly pectoralis major
Korean 할라 Halla Transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Mandarin) 哈拉 Hālā Transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Cantonese) 哈拉 Hālāai
Brazilian Portuguese Pandam From Pandanus tectorius
Russian Хала Khala Transcription of his English name
Thai ฮาลา Hala Transcription of his Japanese name


References

  1. ↑ Hala (Guardians Rising 126)
  2. ↑ Email from Kane Jungbluth-Murry
  3. ↑ Pokémon Masters EX Twitter (Japanese)


Trial Captains and island kahunas of the Alola region
Verdant Cavern
VSIlima USUM.png
Ilima
Brooklet Hill
VSLana USUM.png
Lana
Wela Volcano Park
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Kiawe
Lush Jungle
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Mallow
Hokulani Observatory
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Sophocles
Thrifty Megamart
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Acerola
Seafolk Village
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Mina
Melemele Island
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Hala
Akala Island
VSOlivia USUM.png
Olivia
Ula'ula Island
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Nanu
Poni Island
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Hapu


Alola League
VSHala 2.png VSMolayne USUM.png
Elite Four
Hala Molayne
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Elite Four
Olivia
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Elite Four
Acerola
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Elite Four
Kahili


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