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'''Faba''' (Japanese: '''ザオボー''' ''Sauboh'') is a character introduced in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]. He works at the [[Aether Foundation]]. He is the {{cat|Trainers with unique classes|only character}} in the {{pkmn|games}} to have the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} '''Aether Branch Chief''' (Japanese: '''エーテルしぶちょう''' ''Aether Director''). He specializes in the {{t|Psychic}} type.
'''Faba''' (Japanese: '''ザオボー''' ''Sauboh'') is a character introduced in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]. He works at the [[Aether Foundation]]. He is the {{cat|Trainers with unique classes|only character}} in the {{pkmn|games}} to have the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} '''Aether Branch Chief''' (Japanese: '''エーテルしぶちょう''' ''Aether Director''). He specializes in the {{t|Psychic}} type.


==In the games==
==In the core series games==
===Character profile===
Faba is a character first introduced in {{g|Sun and Moon}}. He is identified by his signature sunglasses, and is very proud of his position in the Foundation. He sometimes refers to himself as the Aether Foundation's last line of defense. As Aether's branch chief, he takes on the role of helping direct projects and programs within the foundation, specifically those on [[Aether Paradise]]. Faba is a character who comes off as extremely prideful and arrogant, often bloating about his position and success, making it clear that he is above or below other people. He openly states he hates dealing and talking with children, often berating, belittling or even insulting children in front of him, including the {{player}}. Faba also admits to lying (or as he calls it, massaging the truth) in order to protect his position as a person. He has a habit of curling his beard.
 
Like [[Wicke]], he is a branch chief within the Aether Foundation, with their superior being Aether's president, [[Lusamine]]. Despite the fact that Lusamine is his superior, he has a tendency to either mislead or withhold valuable information from her. Prior to the events of the games, he succeeded an unknown predecessor as Branch Chief. In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, he is a member of [[Team Rainbow Rocket]], being one of their lower members to take over the Aether Foundation. After Episode RR is completed, he is demoted to the position of intern at the Aether Foundation.
 
Under the alias "'''F'''" (Japanese: '''S'''), Faba maintains a blog that he uses to post comments about his job and his beliefs on various subjects.
 
===Appearance===
[[File:Faba SM concept art.png|thumb|right|Faba's concept artwork for [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]]]
Faba is a tall and lanky adult man. Faba's short hair curls upward towards the top of his head. He has a receeding hairline with rounded sideburns passing just below his ears. Faba's beard just covers his chin and is long enough to be curled and played with. Faba has long thick eyebrows that rest above his smaller droopy eyes with black rings towards the outer sides. his irises are blue and circular. Faba wears a pair of large bean-shaped sunglasses that are only compromised of green-tinted lenses. These thick glasses cover not only his eyes but also his eye brows and cruve around his face, reaching his sideburns. The glasses are only supported by his long triangular nose.
 
Faba's outfit matches the rest of the [[Aether Foundation]]'s, being more unique giving a sign of importance and status. Like [[Wicke]] and [[Lusamine]], Faba has a specific color as a highlight among the white and gold, havign a lime-green color motif complimenting the other two's pink and yellow. Faba's large white jacket covers a majority of his body, wrapping around the front arms, and hands. the collar is also large and folds outwards towards his chest and back of the neck. He has a singular gold button on the front that he can use to take off his jacket. An all gold Aether pin is on the front of his back collar. A golden diamond is on each of his shoulders and green cuffs from his wrists reach up to his elbows. He has two golden U-shaped pockets going up to down on both sides of his jacket. Underneath, he wears a green shirt that wraps around his neck. Faba's boots are worn like pants, reaching past his jacket. Golden soles with short heels  reach upwards his leg in another diamond shape. The boost are long and bend his toes upward. Two straps on each foot are button together by golden buttons on each side of the rounded straps.
 
===Pokémon Sun and Moon===
{{spoilers}}
{{spoilers}}
Faba first appears in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]. He is identified by his signature sunglasses, and is very proud of his position in the Foundation. He sometimes refers to himself as Aether Paradise's last line of defense.
====Background and pre-game====
'''Website blurb:''' ''The Aether Foundation branch chief sports green sunglasses. They’re his signature accessory! He seems very proud of his position as branch chief.''


The {{player}} first meets Faba at [[Memorial Hill]] on their way to the [[Ruins of Life]]. Trying to get a {{tc|Team Skull Grunt}} to stop harassing a {{p|Slowpoke}}, Faba asks for the player's assistance. After defeating the Grunt, Faba, thankful for the player's help invites them to visit the [[Hano Grand Resort]] after they finish their [[island challenge|grand trial]] with [[Olivia]]. Upon arriving there, the Faba invites the player, along with [[Hau]], to [[Aether Paradise]].
In the [[Generation VII]] titles, the player can read Faba's blog posts which cna be viewed on a computer found in [[Aether Paradise]]'s Secret Lab A, where the [[Silvally (Pokémon)|Type: Full]] specimens were created. One reveals that he developed the [[Beast Ball]]s after taking the project over from his predecessor. Another reveals that he designed the control mask technology that would later be used on {{p|Type: Null}} following the failure of the {{a|RKS System}} initialization tests, as a precaution in case such an event took place. This project of creating the helmet was made public. After his [[Lusamine|superior]]'s [[Gladion|family]] had stolen one of the [[Gladion's Silvally|test subjects]], he became prepared to give any information to protect his position, even if it meant lying.


Faba reappears to stop the player, Hau, and [[Gladion]] as they storm the foundation's headquarters for the kidnapped [[Lillie]]. Gladion demands that Faba tell him what the foundation is planning, but Faba refuses, taunting Gladion about his past, before battling the player. Faba is defeated and concedes, granting the player's group clearance to the second basement floor, where he claims they will find {{p|Cosmog}}. This, however, turns out to be a lie spun by Faba to give himself time to call in reinforcements and strengthen his Pokémon team. By the time the player's group attempts to head towards [[Lusamine]]'s quarters, Faba has returned with three {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}}s by his side. He reveals he has the key to the way forward in his hands, a plan which Hau calls into question, frustrating the chief. After defeating two of the employees alongside Gladion, the player has a [[Multi Battle]] with Faba and the remaining employee, with Hau as their partner. Defeated, Faba is forced to relent, and gives the keys to Hau, who unlocks the way forward.
====Main game====
The {{player}} first meets Faba on [[Akala Island]] at [[Memorial Hill]] on their way to the [[Ruins of Life]]. Trying to get a {{tc|Team Skull Grunt}} to stop harassing a {{p|Slowpoke}}, Faba asks for the player's assistance. After defeating the Grunt, Faba, thankful for the player's help invites them and [[Hau]] to visit the [[Hano Grand Resort]] after they finish their [[island challenge|grand trial]] with [[Olivia]]. Hau reminds the player about visit with the Aether Foundation, worrying [[Lillie]], who avoids going with the two. Upon arriving, Faba invites the player and Hau, to man-made island of [[Aether Paradise]] for a tour and brings them by boat, leaving the two with [[Wicke]].


During the invasion on Aether Paradise, Faba reappears to stop the player, Hau, and [[Gladion]] as they storm the foundation's headquarters for the kidnapped [[Lillie]]. Gladion demands that Faba tell him what the foundation is planning, but Faba refuses, taunting Gladion about his past, before battling the player. Faba is defeated and concedes, granting the player's group clearance to the second basement floor, where he claims they will find {{p|Cosmog}}. This, however, turns out to be a lie spun by Faba to give himself time to call in reinforcements and strengthen his Pokémon team. By the time the player's group attempts to head towards [[Lusamine]]'s quarters, Faba has returned with three {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}}s by his side. He reveals he has the key to the way forward in his hands, a plan which Hau calls into question, frustrating the chief. After defeating two of the employees alongside Gladion, the player has a [[Multi Battle]] with Faba and the remaining employee, with Hau as their partner. Defeated, Faba is forced to relent, and gives the keys to Hau, who unlocks the way forward.
====Post-game====
After becoming {{pkmn|Champion}}, it is revealed that Faba was demoted. Humbled by recent events, Faba is determined to become a new man by integrating himself with the rank and file. Faba requests another battle with the player, and upon defeat, gives the player a [[Dubious Disc]]. After that, he will linger in the lobby of Lusamine's mansion on Aether Paradise.
After becoming {{pkmn|Champion}}, it is revealed that Faba was demoted. Humbled by recent events, Faba is determined to become a new man by integrating himself with the rank and file. Faba requests another battle with the player, and upon defeat, gives the player a [[Dubious Disc]]. After that, he will linger in the lobby of Lusamine's mansion on Aether Paradise.


Faba is one of the possible {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who will [[Pokémon League (Alola)/Title Defense|challenge the player]] for the title of Champion at the {{al|Pokémon League}}. He always appears on the first day of each month.
Faba is one of the possible {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who will [[Pokémon League (Alola)/Title Defense|challenge the player]] for the title of Champion at the {{al|Pokémon League}}. He always appears on the first day of each month.


In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, Faba's role is virtually the same as in Sun and Moon, with only minor changes happening throughout the main story, including an encounter at [[Ula'ula Meadow]]. A major expansion to his role happens during the post-game in [[Episode RR]], where he teams up with [[Team Rainbow Rocket]] during their takeover of Aether Paradise, intending to use their success as a stepping stone to further his own career. He later attempts to stop the player and Lillie from entering [[Team Rocket's Castle]], only to be defeated. He leaves afterwards, but not before warning the two about the people [[Giovanni]] brought with him from other worlds. He is not seen again until after Giovanni's defeat, where he attempts to cover his involvement in the incident, but ends up giving away his true intentions in the process. As a result, Faba is demoted to intern, much to his humiliation. He also no longer appears in Title Defense battles, with Lusamine appearing in his place.
===Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon===
 
In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, Faba's role is virtually the same as in Sun and Moon, with only minor changes happening throughout the main story, including an encounter at [[Ula'ula Meadow]]. A major expansion to his role happens during the post-game in [[Episode RR]], where he teams up with [[Team Rainbow Rocket]] during their takeover of [[Aether Paradise]], intending to use their success as a stepping stone to further his own career. He later attempts to stop the player and [[Lillie]] from entering [[Team Rocket's Castle]], only to be defeated. He leaves afterwards, but not before warning the two about the people [[Giovanni]] brought with him from [[Pokémon multiverse|other worlds]]. He is not seen again until after Giovanni's defeat, where he attempts to cover his involvement in the incident, but ends up giving away his true intentions in the process. As a result, Faba is demoted to intern, much to his humiliation. He also no longer appears in [[Pokémon League (Alola)/Title Defense|Title Defense]] battles, with [[Lusamine]] appearing in his place.
Under the alias "F" (Japanese: '''S'''), Faba keeps a blog on which he posts comments about his job and his beliefs on various subjects. These posts can be viewed on the computer in Aether Paradise's Secret Lab A, where the {{p|Type: Null}} specimens were created. One reveals that he developed the [[Beast Ball]]s after taking the project over from his predecessor. Another reveals that he designed the control mask technology that would later be used on Type: Null following the failure of the {{a|RKS System}} initialization tests, as a precaution in case such an event took place.


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===Quotes===
==In the spin-off games==
====[[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]====
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
;[[Memorial Hill]]
<!--{{main|Faba (Masters)}}-->
:''"Stand firm! Think of what the president would say!"''
Faba appears as an [[Non-player character|NPC]] during the [[Villain Arc]] in [[Pokémon Masters EX]].
:''"Why, I am the [[Aether Foundation]]'s last line of defense! What would become of the foundation if something were to happen to me now?"''
:''"Ah! Here is a promising young {{pkmn|Trainer}}! Fight in my stead, child, and rout these [[Team Skull]] ruffians. I will bestow honor upon you, if you do!"''
:''"Yes, indeed. You are a trial-goer, aren't you? You're a splendid Trainer."''
:''"I am deeply impressed! I'd like to reward you by showing you something truly astounding. Once you have finished your grand trial, come to Hano Grand Resort and I will take you to see a wondrous place."''
 
;[[Hano Grand Resort]]
:''"So you've come at last."''
:''"Ah. But forgive me. I have yet to introduce myself. You may call me Faba. I told you before that I would show you someplace astounding, right? Well, that wondrous place is...{{color|F00|Aether Paradise}}!"''
:''"Let me tell you about Aether Paradise. Just as the name suggests, Aether Paradise is a veritable paradise for Pokémon that floats far out in the sea surrounding [[Alola]]. It is an artificial island, made entirely by [[human]] technology, for the protecting of Pokémon! Of course I'm an adult who keeps his promises. So I will prove to you that all I've told you is the absolute truth with a tour of Aether Paradise. You will come, won't you?!"''
::'''Yes''': ''"Good, good. Then you'll come with me. Aether Paradise will amaze you."''
::'''No''': ''"Hmm. Yes. Well, children are often too frivolous and aimless to properly think through— Ahem. I mean they value their freedom so. But the answer that I want to hear from you is a resounding "Yes!" Now let's hear it!"''
:''"Oh? Even [[Island Kahuna|Kahuna]] [[Olivia]] has come to see you off?"''
:''"Then let us enjoy an adventure upon that grand vessel that will take us across the high seas! By which I mean to say, the ferry."''
 
;[[Aether Paradise]]
;B1F
:''"Here we are, you two. This is Aether Paradise."''
:''"Aether Paradise is a facility created for the conservation of Pokémon. It has been outfitted with all of the latest technology for this purpose. Downstairs, our teams work on developing new [[Poké Ball]]s and more. Yes, all for the sake of Pokémon conservation."''
:''"Though you will not be able to use any of your Poké Balls within Aether Paradise. A jamming signal is broadcast throughout the facility to prevent them from functioning."''
:''"Yes, excuse you! What is the meaning of that form of address? I have a title for a reason! How else will anyone know how important I am?"''
:''"Now, I must go speak with the president about our conservation efforts on {{isl|Akala}}... Show these children around, and then take them to meet the president as well."''
 
;Aether Paradise
;1F
* Before battle
:''"I, Faba, am the Aether Branch Chief. The only one in the world, I'm irreplaceable."''
:''"And here you come back...uninvited?"''
:''"Hee hee hee! Look at you... Living out in the world hasn't been kind, has it? But I'm still not telling you anything! And you of all people should understand why... [[Gladion]]."''
:''"Oh ho... Is that right? Is that what you think?"''
:''"So you wish to battle me? Branch Chief Faba? The man who is called Aether Paradise's last line of defense is to battle a mere child?!"''
:''"As you will!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"Aiyee!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"H-h-how can this be?! How could this child..."''
:''"Indeed... The world truly hasn't been kind to you, has it? Look how hard it has made you. If you're looking for {{p|Cosmog}}, I suppose it might be downstairs."''
:''"Well...if you must know... I've heard experiments are held down there. Experiments aiming to tear the very boundaries of the world apart."''
:''"Why not? This is an act of kindness I can do for you thanks to my position as branch chief."''
 
* If talked to before using the elevator
:''"...You should descend, promptly. I am being kind. Can't you see that?"''
 
* After clearing B2F
:''"My, my...what naughty children. You should just lay your heavy heads down."''
:''"But I knew that you would struggle onward— I could see through every action you would take. So I knew you would try to reach the president."''
:''"And that is why! I knew that I would be able to ambush you here and remedy my previous failure. The only reason I let you in the lower floor was to buy time to gather more staff to stop you."''
:''"Indeed! I have it right here."''
:''"What?!"''
:''"E-enough, you lot! Teach these children a lesson!"''
 
* After battling the first pair of {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}}s
:''"H-h-h-how can this be? To be cornered by mere children?!"''
:''"E-enough! I will show you the true power of Branch Chief Faba! The man who is called Aether Paradise's last line of defense! We will settle this at last with a [[Multi Battle]]!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"Aiyee!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"This is why... This is why I can't bring myself to like children."''
 
;Aether Paradise
;1F
:''"Well...I'm afraid that the little kerfuffle we went through resulted in my demotion. I am turning over a new leaf and beginning over as one of the rank and file. When all is said and done, I feel like I've become a completely different person. In mind and body."''
:''"Could the new and improved Faba request a battle with you?"''
::'''I'd rather not''': ''"No! Does my new and improved form so intimidate you?"''
::'''Of course''': ''"Then here I come! The new and improved Faba makes his debut!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"What is the meaning of this?!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"So what did you think of the new and improved Faba, hmm? With my newfound charm, you will see me make my comeback within the foundation! And for that I will have to gain quite a bit of support behind me."''
:''"That is just a little token from me, so you won't forget the new Faba. Now watch as I work my way up the ladder of the foundation once more!"''
:''"When I was reduced to this low-ranking position, I had a sudden revelation. I desperately long for that title of respect!"''
 
;Lusamine's Room
:''"Young Master Gladion is doing a fine job as the acting president of the foundation. But don't you think it would be more appropriate to have an adult like me fill the position...?"''
::'''You're right''': ''"You are surprisingly intelligent for a child!"''
::'''You think so?''': ''"This is why I hate dealing with child— Er, I mean... I find it so interesting talking with children."''
 
;{{al|Pokémon League}}
;First challenge
* Before battle
:''"{{pkmn|Champion}}... Now that is a title that everyone in Alola would bow before! I'm already a champion when it comes to power and prestige, after all... Taking this title would be my just deserts!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"Th-this child has—!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"I admit you have potential... You have proved to me that my judgment of you when we first met was flawless, as usual. You are a worthy Champion!"''
 
;Subsequent challenges
* Before battle
:''"As long as you claim that title, I will keep clawing my way here to you! That's right! I'm here to relieve you of the title of Pokémon League Champion!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"Th-this child has—!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"You wait... Someday I will claw my way back up here again... but I suppose I should congratulate you first! See how bighearted I am to praise my opponent!"''
 
====[[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]]====
;[[Memorial Hill]]
:''"Stand firm! Think of what the president would say!"''
:''"Why, I am the [[Aether Foundation]]'s last line of defense! What would become of the foundation if something were to happen to me now?"''
:''"Ah! Here is a promising young {{pkmn|Trainer}}! Fight in my stead, child, and rout these [[Team Skull]] ruffians. I will bestow honor upon you, if you do!"''
:''"Yes, indeed. You are a trial-goer, aren't you? You're a splendid Trainer."''
:''"I am deeply impressed! I'd like to reward you by showing you something truly astounding. Once you have finished your grand trial, come to Hano Grand Resort and I will take you to see a wondrous place."''
 
;[[Hano Grand Resort]]
:''"So you've come at last."''
:''"Ah. But forgive me. I have yet to introduce myself. You may call me Faba. I told you before that I would show you someplace astounding, right? Well, that wondrous place is...{{color|F00|Aether Paradise}}!"''
:''"Let me tell you about Aether Paradise. Just as the name suggests, Aether Paradise is a veritable paradise for Pokémon that floats far out in the sea surrounding [[Alola]]. It is an artificial island, made entirely by [[human]] technology, for the protecting of Pokémon! Of course I'm an adult who keeps his promises. So I will prove to you that all I've told you is the absolute truth with a tour of Aether Paradise. You will come, won't you?!"''
::'''Yes''': ''"Good, good. Then you'll come with me. Aether Paradise will amaze you."''
::'''No''': ''"Hmm. Yes. Well, children are often too frivolous and aimless to properly think through— Ahem. I mean they value their freedom so. But the answer that I want to hear from you is a resounding "Yes!" Now let's hear it!"''
:''"Oh? Even [[Island Kahuna|Kahuna]] [[Olivia]] has come to see you off?"''
:''"Then let us enjoy an adventure upon that grand vessel that will take us across the high seas! By which I mean to say, the ferry."''
 
;[[Aether Paradise]]
;B1F
:''"Here we are, you two. This is Aether Paradise."''
:''"Aether Paradise is a facility created for the conservation of Pokémon. It has been outfitted with all of the latest technology for this purpose. Downstairs, our teams work on developing new [[Poké Ball]]s and more. Yes, all for the sake of Pokémon conservation."''
:''"Though you will not be able to use any of your Poké Balls within Aether Paradise. A jamming signal is broadcast throughout the facility to prevent them from functioning."''
:''"Yes, excuse you! What is the meaning of that form of address? I have a title for a reason! How else will anyone know how important I am?"''
:''"Now, I must go speak with the president about our conservation efforts on {{isl|Akala}}... Show these children around, and then take them to meet the president as well."''
 
;[[Ula'ula Meadow]]
:''"Oh my. If it isn't <player>. Where might you be off to?"''
::'''To see Team Skull''': ''"To see Team Skull?! You mean you're going to their base in [[Po Town]]?"''
::'''To Po Town''': ''"To Po Town?! I-isn't that where Team Skull makes its base?"''
:''"Such awful thugs they are, tormenting poor Pokémon for no good reason... I swear I just don't know what to do with them! And just look at me, would you? Here I am, taking the initiative to travel Alola on my own to check on how Pokémon are doing. I've been trying to think through this {{p|Necrozma}} issue on my own. That sort of noble dedication is what you would expect of a president, even... Don't you agree?"''
:''"Not that a foolish child could... Ahem. I mean, not that I would expect you to know. Anyhow. Do try to stay safe. Don't say I didn't warn you about Team Skull."''
 
;Aether Paradise
;1F
* Before battle
:''"I, Faba, am the Aether Branch Chief. The only one in the world, I'm irreplaceable."''
:''"And here you come back...uninvited?"''
:''"Hee hee hee! Look at you... Living out in the world hasn't been kind, has it? But I'm still not telling you anything! And you of all people should understand why... [[Gladion]]."''
:''"Oh ho... Is that right? Is that what you think?"''
:''"So you wish to battle me? Branch Chief Faba? The man who is called Aether Paradise's last line of defense is to battle a mere child?!"''
:''"As you will!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"Aiyee!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"H-h-how can this be?! How could this child..."''
:''"Indeed... The world truly hasn't been kind to you, has it? Look how hard it has made you. If you're looking for Cosmog, I suppose it might be downstairs."''
:''"Experiments to reach a world different from Alola... That's what I've been told, yes."''
:''"Why not? This is an act of kindness I can do for you thanks to my position as branch chief."''
 
* If talked to before using the elevator
:''"...You should descend, promptly. I am being kind. Can't you see that?"''
 
* After clearing B2F
:''"My, my...what naughty children. You should just lay your heavy heads down."''
:''"But I knew that you would struggle onward— I could see through every action you would take. So I knew you would try to reach the president."''
:''"And that is why! I knew I would be able to ambush you here, just in front of the mansion where the president remains, and remedy my previous failure. The only reason I let you in the lower floor was to buy time to gather more staff to stop you."''
:''"W-well...of course... I am a wonderful branch chief, after all!"''
:''"What?!"''
:''"E-enough! You lot! Teach these children a lesson!"''
 
* After battling the first pair of {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}}s
:''"H-h-h-how can this be? To be cornered by mere children?!"''
:''"E-enough! I will show you the true power of Branch Chief Faba! The man who is called Aether Paradise's last line of defense! We will settle this at last with a [[Multi Battle]]!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"Aiyee!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"This is why... This is why I can't bring myself to like children."''
 
;Outside
* After becoming Champion
:''"Stop right there."''
:''"I strongly suggest you abandon your efforts to thwart [[Team Rainbow Rocket]]."''
:''"If Team Rainbow Rocket takes over Aether Paradise, the organization will grow far beyond where we are today...and more Pokémon will be saved!"''
:''"...And if I can assist it in doing so, no doubt my career will also reach new heights!"''
:''"Such a wonderful thought, wouldn't you agree?"''
:''"Ah, as astute as ever, Miss Lillie! The same intuition that told you to rescue {{p|Cosmog}} still serves you well, I see. Yes, you guess correctly! I have taken it upon myself to facilitate Team Rainbow Rocket's take-over and ensure everything goes smoothly!"''
:''"...You may be astute, Miss Lillie, but I see you are less inclined to listen to reason."''
:''"Now, even I would be hard-pressed against the {{pkmn|Champion}}, especially if Gladion or the grandson of the kahuna were aiding him/her..."''
:''"But with you tripping him/her up, perhaps it won't be so difficult for me to win, even against the Champion! I thank you in advance, Miss Lillie!"''
:''"...As you will."''
:''"Then I, Branch Chief Faba, Aether Paradise's last line of defense, shall show you little children the harshness of the real world!"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"You haven't heard it in a while, so... Aiyee!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"Hmph! I'll have you know defeating me won't do you any good, anyway."''
:''"The [[Ultra Wormhole]] has resonated with the boss's ideology and has gathered the toughest, meanest villains from many other worlds!"''
:''"...Although, for now, they seem content just to do whatever research they wish, using the technology of Aether Paradise..."''
:''"Now, I hope you enjoy your futile efforts!"''
 
;Trophy Room
:''"Buagh!"''
:''"P-P-P-President! I-I'm glad you're safe!"''
:''"Oh, yes, of course! No need to worry yourself about me, President! I'm just glad you're safe!"''
:''"N-now, now, Miss Lillie! You must still be rattled from all the confusion and chaos caused by Team Rainbow Rocket! I would never do such a thing as betray the foundation and invite Team Rainbow Rocket in, just to advance my career!"''
:''"... ... ..."''
:''"I... I'm sorry!"''
 
;Outside
:''"Urrrrgh! Why must I be the one doing such menial, mundane chores?!"''
:''"I-Intern?! Please, don't call me by that title!"''
:''"Hey! Ms. Wicke! Please, help me just a little!"''
 
;Aether Paradise
;1F
* Before battle
:''"Well...I'm afraid that the little kerfuffle we went through resulted in my demotion. I am turning over a new leaf and beginning over as one of the rank and file. When all is said and done, I feel like I've become a completely different person. In mind and body."''
:''"Could the new and improved Faba request a battle with you?"''
::'''Of course''': ''"Then here I come! The new and improved Faba makes his debut!"''
::'''I'd rather not''': ''"No! Does my new and improved form so intimidate you?"''
 
* Upon being defeated
:''"What is the meaning of this?!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"So what did you think of the new and improved Faba, hmm? With my newfound charm, you will see me make my comeback within the foundation! And for that I will have to gain quite a bit of support behind me."''
:''"That is just a little token from me, so you won't forget the new Faba. Now watch as I work my way up the ladder of the foundation once more!"''
:''"When I was reduced to this low-ranking position, I had a sudden revelation. I desperately long for that title of respect!"''
 
;Lusamine's Room
:''"Miss Lusamine can be rather egotistical, I find. Don't you think that someone like me, who always has the foundation's best interests in mind, would be more fitting for the position?"''
::'''You're right''': ''"You are surprisingly intelligent for a child!"''
::'''You think so?''': ''"This is why I hate dealing with child— Er, I mean... I find it so interesting talking with children."''
 
====Aether Paradise Secret Lab A - Blog entries====
* Introduction
:''"This is the blog of F, a branch chief working in the Alola region."''
:''"Title: Introduction"''
:''"Are you interested in success, dear readers? Then allow me to introduce myself. My name is F, and I am an elite, self-made man. Here on my blog, I will show you the way to succeed."''
* Multitasking
:''"This is the blog of F, a branch chief working in the Alola region."''
:''"Title: Multitasking"''
:''"Currently I am working on the development of a special sort of ball, which I took over from my predecessor, in parallel with another project. Seeing how well I multitask impresses my subordinates and increases their motivation. Showing how skillful you are is a kind of  on-the-job training for your underlings."''
* Hedging risks
:''"This is the blog of F, a branch chief working in the Alola region."''
:''"Title: Hedging risks"''
:''"I once ventured to undertake a project without notifying my superior. I developed a device to restrain a dangerous life form, in case it became necessary to do so. I had it made for hedging risks to protect myself, but for better or worse, it was made public. It is always essential to consider the risks before one takes action."''
* Massaging the truth
:''"This is the blog of F, a branch chief working in the Alola region."''
:''"Title: Massaging the truth"''
:''"My superior's family stole the results of our research and ran off. However, I have chosen to never blow this issue out of proportion. I will only be reprimanded for my own mistakes, and surely my superior is also displeased with the actions of her family as well. When necessary, one must always be prepared to massage the truth to protect one's own position. It is not an exaggeration to say that this skill is vital for success."''
 
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===Sprites===
==Quotes==
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==In the anime==
==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Faba anime.png|thumb|250px|Faba in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Faba anime.png|thumb|250px|Faba in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
In the past, Faba worked on the creation of {{TP|Gladion|Silvally}}, a Pokémon created to combat {{an|Ultra Beasts}}. Although the project was a success, Faba lied to [[Lusamine]] and reported it to be a failure, keeping Silvally's existence a secret from her. Four years prior to the start of the {{series|Sun & Moon}}, Faba secretly opened an [[Ultra Wormhole]] down in [[Aether Paradise]]'s underground research area and successfully summoned a {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Nihilego}}. However, when {{an|Lillie}} stumbled across the site, the Ultra Beast took notice of her and attempted to take her back with it. As Faba could only watch in horror, Lillie was saved by Silvally. Sometime after the incident, Faba put restrictions on Silvally by giving it a special limiter mask, reverting it to a {{p|Type: Null}}. Because of this mistreating, {{an|Gladion}} ultimately stole Silvally from him.
{{main|Faba (anime)}}
Faba is a recurring character who appeared in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]''. He works at the [[Aether Foundation]]. At first, Faba acted antagonistically towards {{Ash}} and {{ashcl}}, in particular {{an|Lillie}}, but went on to become an ally as the group dealt with the {{an|Ultra Beasts}}.


Faba debuted in ''[[SM044|A Dream Encounter!]]''. He, along with [[Lusamine]], [[Professor Burnet]], and [[Wicke]], investigated the [[Altar of the Sunne]] due to Ultra Aura being detected from that location. When they were unable to find anything, Faba blamed this on Burnet's equipment malfunctioning, only for Lusamine to point out his jealousy of Burnet. Later, after receiving another Ultra Aura response, Faba accompanied Lusamine and Professor Burnet to {{an|Professor Kukui}}'s house on [[Melemele Island]], where he met {{Ash}} and [[Nebby]]. He became upset with Lusamine when she entrusted Nebby to Ash, and for not letting the [[Aether Foundation]] take care of it instead.
===GOTCHA!===
Faba briefly appeared as a silhouette among several other antagonists in [[GOTCHA!]].
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In ''[[SM046|Deceiving Appearances!]]'', Faba and Wicke welcomed Ash and {{ashcl}} to Aether Paradise. During their tour of Aether Paradise, he followed the group around to learn more about Nebby. Faba also began feeling troubled by Lillie making contact with Pokémon again, not wanting her to remember the incident that caused her fear. It was also revealed that he hired {{TRT}} as [[Aether Foundation]] employees after taking a keen interest in their talking {{MTR}}.
==In the manga==
 
===Pokémon Adventures===
In ''[[SM049|Mission: Total Recall!]]'', Faba traveled to Gladion's hotel room to take back Type: Null. After defeating Gladion's Pokémon in battle, he {{m|Hypnosis|hypnotized}} Gladion and succesfully retrieved Type: Null. Later that day, Faba noticed Lillie and Ash, wandering through Aether Paradise's lab area on a quest to remember the cause of Lillie's fear. Fearing that Lillie had regained her memories, Faba attacked her and Ash and attempted to erase her memories. However, he was stopped when Gladion and Lusamine arrived after having found Type: Null. Upon being sent out, Type: Null broke free from its helmet and [[Evolution|evolved]] into {{p|Silvally}}, allowing it to easily defeat Faba's Pokémon. Seeing Silvally made Lillie remember everything and helped her overcome her fear. As Lillie celebrated being able to touch Pokémon again, Faba managed to sneak away.
[[File:Faba Adventures.png|thumb|270px|Faba in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
 
Faba debuted in ''[[PASM15|Shipwreck and "Oh, What Sharp Teeth You Have, Bruxish!"]]''. After an {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}} reported a group of people were rescued at sea, Faba and [[Wicke]] went down to meet the victims. There, they met {{adv|Moon}}, [[Professor Kukui]], and [[Professor Burnet]]. Faba revealed the three were taken to [[Aether Paradise]] and offered to give a tour of the place. After learning the [[Akala Island]] [[Trial Captain]]s were heading to [[Po Town]] to deal with [[Team Skull]], Faba rushed to inform [[Lusamine]] of the situation, fearing Team Skull's downfall would ruin their plans.
Following his foiled scheme, Faba had been looked for, but could not be found. In ''[[SM050|Faba's Revenge!]]'', he was seen watching Ash and his classmates at the [[Pokémon School]]. He planned on kidnapping Nebby to open an Ultra Wormhole and catch an Ultra Beast in order to restore his honor. While everyone's attention was elsewhere, Faba managed to lure Nebby away from the group and tricked it into {{m|teleport}}ing them to Aether Paradise's lab area. He was soon confronted by Ash, Lillie, Gladion, and Lusamine who successfully managed to free Nebby from the machine before he was able to successfully open up an Ultra Wormhole. However, Nebby then evolved into {{p|Cosmoem}}, radiating enough Ultra Aura for a wormhole to appear, summoning a Nihilego. As Faba stared in admiration, Nihilego knocked him aside before engaging in battle with the others, eventually succeeding in taking Lusamine with it into the Ultra Wormhole. In [[SM051|the next episode]], when Faba was confronted by Wicke and Burnet about Lusamine's capture, he desperately attempted to pin the blame of the incident on Lusamine herself.
 
After Lusamine's rescue, Faba was seen attending Kukui and Burnet's wedding in ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]''. He later apologized to Ash and his classmates for his actions and revealed that he was demoted and made into Wicke's subordinate. He was then asked to show the group details of the [[Ultra Guardians]], a task force dedicated to dealing with any potential Ultra Beast incidents.
 
In ''[[SM083|Dummy, You Shrunk the Kids!]]'', Faba was invited to be a special teacher at the Pokémon School to teach about science. He showed off his new invention, which could shrink objects, allowing them to be placed in [[Poké Ball]]-like capsules. Faba attempted to demonstrate it on a blackboard, only for the machine to malfunction, which resulted in Ash, Lillie, and {{an|Sophocles}} getting shrunk. A subsequent accident caused them to be swept away from the school. Whilst the others set off to find Ash, Lillie, and Sophocles, Faba stayed behind to make repairs on his machine with help from the {{an|Rotom Pokédex}}. After Ash, Lillie, and Sophocles were returned to their normal sizes, Faba attempted to demonstrate his machine once more, which resulted in {{TP|Sophocles|Togedemaru}} growing in size.
 
In ''[[SM084|The Shape of Love to Come!]]'', Faba was seen with Lusamine and Wicke, when Ash, Professor Burnet, and Professor Kukui called the Aether Foundation to inform them about {{AP|Poipole}}'s habit of putting its feelings into its drawings. While Wicke thought it was romantic, Faba was disappointed that it wasn't really "scientific".
 
In ''[[SM087|Filling the Light with Darkness!]]'', mysterious dark clouds appeared over [[Alola]], leaving all of the adults tired and without motivation. After doing some research, Faba, Lusamine, Wicke, and Burnet, found out that the cause of the incident was a small Ultra Wormhole that was slowly draining Alola's Ultra Aura. The Ultra Guardians were sent to the Altar of the Sunne, where, under Faba's instruction, the members with [[Z-Ring]]s combined their [[Z-Move|Z-Power]] to fuel his machine that could disperse the clouds and reveal the hidden Ultra Wormhole. In [[SM088|the next episode]], he and the others witnessed {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Lunala}} and {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Necrozma}} emerging from the wormhole. He was later seen arriving at Melemele Island, along with Lusamine, Wicke, and Professor Burnet. While everyone was later watching Lunala recover in the Ultra Guardians base, Faba informed them of [[Team Rocket]]'s [[Matori]] Matrix.
 
After the Ultra Guardians left for [[Ultra Space]] with a fully recovered Lunala in ''[[SM089|The Prism Between Light and Darkness!]]'', Faba and Professor Kukui volunteered to aid them. On [[Ten Carat Hill]], he and Kukui confronted the Matori Matrix by using their Pokémon to damage the team's airship and prevent them from entering the Ultra Wormhole. Afterwards, Faba and Kukui faced [[Gozu]] and his {{me|Aggron}} in battle, but their Pokémon were swiftly beaten. In [[SM090|the next episode]], Faba didn't own any more Pokémon, forcing Kukui to sent out his {{TP|Professor Kukui|Incineroar}}, who was able to defeat Mega Aggron with its Z-Move. Faba quickly figured out Kukui's secret identity upon noticing the resemblance between him and the Masked Royal, and revealed he was a big fan of the Masked Royal. He and Kukui then witnessed {{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Koko}} attacking Team Rocket's airship, after which the team retreated. Faba later joined the rest of Alola in showering Necrozma with light so it could revert to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|true form}}. After Necrozma had returned to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|Ultra form}}, Faba watched as the Ultra Guardians, Nebby, and Lunala returned to Alola, alongside Kukui, Lusamine, Burnet, and Wicke.
[[File:SM116 photo.png|thumb|left|250px|A younger Faba with Lusamine, Mohn, and Wicke]]
In ''[[SM092|Turning the Other Mask!]]'', Faba and James participated in a handshake event held by the Masked Royal. Later, the two headed backstage, hoping to get an autograph, only to discover [[Molayne]] preparing to change into the Masked Royal costume to cover for Kukui. Mistaking him for an impostor, Faba and James attacked Molayne and tied him up. When [[Mad Magmar]] appeared, demanding the Masked Royal face him in a rematch, Faba took on the Masked Royal persona and tried to battle him with Incineroar, only to be easily defeated. Later, after Mad Magmar had been defeated, Faba woke up in the bleachers and tried to resume the fight, only to discover that it was over, however, he then found out that the Masked Royal autographed his prized Masked Royal T-shirt, making him very happy.
 
In ''[[SM096|Don't Ignore the Small Stufful!]]'', Faba encountered Team Rocket, who had secured jobs at the Aether Foundation thanks to Wicke. He was suspicious of them at first, but Wicke spoke up for them. Later, Faba discovered a list of potential Pokémon targets that Team Rocket had. He then realized that a {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Stufful}} was unaccounted for and alerted Wicke. They later found Stufful clinging to [[Jessie]]'s hair, accused them of stealing Stufful, and didn't believe their excuses after they ran. Faba then watched as {{an|Bewear}} arrived to collect Team Rocket and was reunited with Stufful, who was its child, in the process.
 
In ''[[SM114|Beauty is Only Crystal Deep!]]'', Faba revealed a trap to help the Ultra Guardians catch {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Pheromosa}}, which involved surrounding their [[Z-Crystal]]s in glue. This resulted in Faba getting stuck in the glue, but he was later freed when Wicke suggested he remove his clothes.
 
In [[SM116]], Faba helped Lillie and Gladion search the labs at Aether Paradise for information on their father [[Mohn]]. It was also revealed that Faba and Wicke were present when Mohn was taken to the other side of an Ultra Wormhole, and that they prevented Lusamine from going after him.
 
In [[SM124]], Faba joined Lusamine, Wicke, and Professor Burnet in informing the Ultra Guardians about {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Kartana}}.
 
He will reappear in [[SM128]].
 
===Character===
When Faba first appeared, he was rather mean-spirited, constantly trying to grab [[Nebby]]. Realizing that his past actions involving {{p|Nihilego}} may be revealed, Faba took measures to prevent it from happening by ruthlessly attacking {{an|Gladion}} and {{Ash}}, whilst preparing to wipe {{an|Lillie}}'s memories of the incident. He later apologized profusely for his actions and was forgiven. Faba has since become a trusted ally for the [[Ultra Guardians]] and the [[Aether Foundation]].
 
A different side to Faba was shown in ''[[SM090|Securing the Future!]]'', when he realized that {{an|Professor Kukui}} was in fact the Masked Royal. He revealed that he was a big fan and promised not to mention Kukui's secret identity to anyone.
 
===Pokémon===
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====On hand====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Faba
|pkmn=Alakazam ♂
|type1=Psychic
|img=Faba Alakazam.png
|epnum=SM049
|epname=Mission: Total Recall!
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc={{p|Alakazam}} is Faba's first known Pokémon. It was first used alongside Hypno to battle {{an|Gladion}}'s {{p|Umbreon}} and {{p|Lycanroc}}. It was able to defeat Umbreon using a combination of {{m|Miracle Eye}} and {{m|Psychic}}. It was later used to stop Ash from saving Lillie, but was defeated by [[Gladion's Silvally]]. It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[SM050|Faba's Revenge!]]''. In ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]'', it attended the wedding of {{an|Professor Kukui}} and [[Professor Burnet]] with Faba.
 
Alakazam reappeared in ''[[SM089|The Prism Between Light and Darkness!]]'', where it battled [[Gozu]] alongside Hypno and Professor Kukui's {{p|Braviary}}, only to be hit by his {{me|Aggron}}'s {{m|Heavy Slam}}. Alakazam briefly reappeared in ''[[SM090|Securing the Future!]]'', where it was recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} after being defeated.
 
Alakazam's known moves are {{m|Miracle Eye}}, {{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Teleport}}, and {{m|Shadow Ball}}.}}
 
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Faba
|pkmn=Hypno
|type1=Psychic
|img=Faba Hypno.png
|epnum=SM049
|epname=Mission: Total Recall!
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Sunshine Ikezaki
|vaen=Jake Paque
|desc={{p|Hypno}} is Faba's only other Pokémon.  It was first used alongside Alakazam to battle {{an|Gladion}}'s {{p|Umbreon}} and {{p|Lycanroc}}. It was able to incapacitate both Lycanroc and its Trainer using {{m|Hypnosis}}. Faba had planned to use Hypno's Hypnosis to erase Lillie's memories of the Ultra Beast incident, but it was stopped by {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Pikachu}} and eventually defeated by [[Gladion's Silvally]]. In ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]'', it attended the wedding of {{an|Professor Kukui}} and [[Professor Burnet]] with Faba.


Hypno reappeared in ''[[SM089|The Prism Between Light and Darkness!]]'', where it battled [[Gozu]] alongside Alakazam and Professor Kukui's {{p|Braviary}}, only to be hit by his {{me|Aggron}}'s {{m|Heavy Slam}}. Hypno briefly reappeared in ''[[SM090|Securing the Future!]]'', where it was recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} after being defeated.
In ''[[PASM22|The Truth and Island Kahuna Hapu]]'', Faba led a group of Employees to [[Vast Poni Canyon]]. After arriving, Faba sent some Employees to capture [[Hapu]], the newly appointed [[Island kahuna|kahuna]] of [[Poni Island]], while he and the others headed to the [[Poni Altar]]. Faba was approached by [[Plumeria]], who demanded that he tell her where [[Guzma]] was taken to after being kidnapped by {{p|Nihilego}}. When Faba feigning ignorance, Plumeria revealed she had a {{p|Cosmoem}} that evolved from the {{p|Cosmog}} Guzma received from the Aether Foundation. Faba tried to take Cosmoem by attacking Plumeria, but his {{p|Hypno}} was defeated by her {{p|Salazzle}}. Immediately after, Faba was attacked by Moon and [[Anabel]], a member of the [[International Police]]. Worried his plans could be jeopardized, Faba had the Employees with him battle Moon, Anabel, and Plumeria so he could sneak off while the others were distracted.
 
Hypno's known moves are {{m|Reflect}}, {{m|Hypnosis}}, and {{m|Psychic}}.}}
 
====Created====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Gladion
|pkmn=Type: Null
|stage1=Silvally
|type1=Normal
|main=yes
|img=Gladion Type Null.png
|epnum=SM037
|epname=Rising from the Ruins!
|vajp=Toru Sakurai
|vaen=Abe Goldfarb
|desc={{p|Silvally}} was created by Faba in order to combat [[Ultra Beast]]s. Due to an incident where it caused Lillie's fear of touching Pokémon, it was given a special limiter mask, reverting it to a {{p|Type: Null}}. It was later taken by Gladion and added to his team.}}
 
===Temporary===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Professor Kukui
|pkmn=Incineroar
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dark
|main=yes
|img=Faba Incineroar.png
|cap=Kukui's Incineroar with Faba
|epnum=SM063
|epname=Pushing the Fiery Envelope!
|vajp=Toru Sakurai
|vaen=H.D. Quinn
|desc=Masquerading as the Masked Royal, Faba sent Incineroar to battle [[Mad Magmar]] and his {{p|Magmortar}}, only to be quickly defeated.}}
 
===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{white color}}|bordercolor={{morning color light}}
|ja=真殿 光昭 ''[[Mitsuaki Madono]]''
|en=[[Daniel J. Edwards]]
|ru=Антон Савенков ''Anton Savenkov''
|es_eu=Néstor Moreno
|pt_br=Hercules Franco}}
 
==In the manga==
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
[[File:Faba Adventures.png|thumb|270px|Faba in Pokémon Adventures]]
Faba debuted in [[PASM15]]. After an {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}} reported a group of people were rescued at sea, Faba and [[Wicke]] went down to meet the victims. There, they met {{adv|Moon}}, [[Professor Kukui]], and [[Professor Burnet]]. Faba revealed the three were taken to the [[Aether Paradise]] and offered to give a tour of the place. After learning the [[Akala Island]] [[Trial Captain]]s were heading to [[Po Town]] to deal with [[Team Skull]], Faba rushed to inform [[Lusamine]] of the situation, fearing Team Skull's downfall would ruin their plans.


In [[PASM22]], Faba led a group of Employees to [[Vast Poni Canyon]]. After arriving, Faba sent some Employees to capture [[Hapu]], the newly appointed [[Island Kahuna|Kahuna]] of [[Poni Island]], while he and the others headed to the [[Poni Altar]]. Faba was approached by [[Plumeria]], who demanded that he tell her where [[Guzma]] was taken to after being kidnapped by {{p|Nihilego}}. When Faba feigning ignorance, Plumeria revealed she had a {{p|Cosmoem}} that evolved from the {{p|Cosmog}} Guzma received from the Aether Foundation. Faba tried to take Cosmoem by attacking Plumeria, but his {{p|Hypno}} was defeated by her {{p|Salazzle}}. Immediately after, Faba was attacked by Moon and {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}}, a member of the [[International Police]]. Worried his plans could be jeopardized, Faba had the Employees with him battle Moon, Anabel, and Plumeria so he could sneak off while the others were distracted.
In ''[[PASM24|Play the Melody That Echoes in the Altar]]'', Faba saw the Cosmoem fly out of Plumeria's hands and meet with [[Nebby]], another Cosmoem. Faba pursued the Protostar Pokémon and concluded they were related to {{p|Solgaleo}} and {{p|Lunala}}, which he wanted to use to take over the Aether Foundation. Noticing that Moon, Anabel, and Plumeria had been following him, Faba and the Employees battled them. Faba promised to help Plumeria find Guzma if she helped him take over the Aether Foundation.


In [[PASM24]], Faba saw the Cosmoem fly out of Plumeria's hands and meet with [[Nebby]], another Cosmoem. Faba pursued the Protostar Pokemon and concluded they were related to {{p|Solgaleo}} and {{p|Lunala}}, which he wanted to use to take over the Aether Foundation. Noticing that Moon, Anabel, and Plumeria had been following him, Faba and the Employees battled them. Faba promised to help Plumeria find Guzma if she helped him take over the Aether Foundation.
In ''[[PASM25|Summon the Emissaries of the Moon and the Sun]]'', after being cornered by Anabel, [[Gladion]], [[Lillie]], and Hapu, Faba was captured and taken to Poni Altar. While the others fought invading [[Ultra Beast]]s, {{adv|Sun}} confronted Faba, demanding that he return the island the Aether Foundation took from his deceased [[Sun's great-grandfather|great-grandfather]] five years ago. Faba revealed the island had already been converted into Aether Paradise, so Sun wouldn't be able to buy back the island even if he collected the proper amount of money. Afterward, Sun was pulled into a wormhole by a {{p|Necrozma}} that appeared from a wormhole.


Later, Faba was cornered by Anabel, [[Gladion]], [[Lillie]], and Hapu. He was captured and taken to Poni Altar, where he was caught up in the battle with a battle against a group of [[Ultra Beast]]s that had arrived on the island. Instead of fighting, {{adv|Sun}} confronted Faba, demanding that he return the island the Aether Foundation took from his deceased [[Sun's great-grandfather|great-grandfather]] five years ago as soon as he collected the rest of the money he needed to buy it back. Faba revealed that the island had already been converted into Aether Paradise, and the 100 million yen that he jokingly suggested Sun should gather back then wouldn't nearly be enough to return the island back to its previous state. Afterward, Sun was pulled into a wormhole by a {{p|Necrozma}} that appeared from a wormhole. Later, Faba was freed by an Employee, allowing him to escape.
In ''[[PASM26|Adventure in the Dark Dimension]]'', it was revealed that Faba managed to escape after being freed by an Employee. Six months later, he had successfully taken over the Aether Foundation, running it like a dictatorship. At some point, he met [[Ryuki]], a self-proclaimed battling superstar that came to Alola in hopes of fighting the Ultra Beasts. Ryuki was hired by Faba, who agreed to help him in exchange for his services.
[[File:Cent confronting Faba.png|thumb|200px|Faba being confronted by Sun's Meowth]]
In ''[[PASM31|Ray of Light!! Through the Crack in the Sky!]]'', Faba was informed by an Employee that Lusamine had returned to Alola from [[Ultra Space]]. Concerned that she may have managed to capture Necrozma, Faba requested Plumeria's assistance in fighting Lusamine. He sent Ryuki to [[Mount Lanakila]] and take Moon back with him to Aether Paradise, where she was locked in a cell. Disguised as Moon, Plumeria went to Mount Lanakila in order to assassinate an injured Lusamine. As he gleefully watched Plumeria's attack, Faba was approached by Gladion and Moon, who told him that his plans were over. Faba tricked Ryuki into battling Gladion and Moon, claiming that they were in the way of his goal of facing the Ultra Beasts.


Six months later, Faba managed to take over the Aether Foundation, running it like a dictatorship. Later, Faba was informed by an Employee that Lusamine had returned to Alola after going into [[Ultra Space]]. Worried that Lusamine may have successfully captured Necrozma, Faba requested Plumeria help him fight her.  
While Ryuki kept the others busy, Faba attempted to flee Aether Paradise and escape to another [[region]]. He was attacked by Sun's {{rf|Alolan}} {{p|Meowth}}, [[Cent]], who aimed to make Faba pay for his crimes. Desperately begging for his own safety, Faba pleaded with Cent, promising to return the island he took from Sun's great-grandfather. Faba's intense fear attracted several {{p|Nihilego}} that emerged from a nearby wormhole. Cent was forced to watch as Faba was dragged into the wormhole, his fear turning into happiness as he was affected by the Nihilego's neurotoxins.


====Pokémon====
====Pokémon====
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|epnum=PASM15
|epnum=PASM15
|epname=Shipwreck and "Oh, What Sharp Teeth You Have, Bruxish!"
|desc={{p|Hypno}} is Faba's first known Pokémon. It was first used to threaten an {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}} for not calling Faba by his proper title of Branch Chief. Later at [[Vast Poni Canyon]], it was used to torture [[Plumeria]] in order to have her release the {{p|Cosmoem}} in her possession, only to be defeated by Plumeria's {{p|Salazzle}}.
|desc={{p|Hypno}} is Faba's first known Pokémon. It was first used to threaten an {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee}} for not calling Faba by his proper title of Branch Chief. Later at [[Vast Poni Canyon]], it was used to torture [[Plumeria]] in order to have her release the {{p|Cosmoem}} in her possession, only to be defeated by Plumeria's {{p|Salazzle}}.


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|img=Faba Claydol Adventures.png
|img=Faba Claydol Adventures.png
|epnum=PASM24
|epnum=PASM24
|epname=
|epname=Play the Melody That Echoes in the Altar
|desc={{p|Claydol}} is Faba's second known Pokémon. It was first used to escape from {{adv|Moon}} and {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}} and escape to the Poni Altar.
|desc={{p|Claydol}} is Faba's second known Pokémon. It was first used to escape from {{adv|Moon}} and [[Anabel]] and escape to the Poni Altar.


None of Claydol's moves are known.}}
None of Claydol's moves are known.}}
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|img=Faba Bruxish Adventures.png
|img=Faba Bruxish Adventures.png
|epnum=PASM24
|epnum=PASM24
|epname=
|epname=Play the Melody That Echoes in the Altar
|desc={{p|Bruxish}} is Faba's third known Pokémon. It was first used to attack from {{adv|Moon}}, {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}}, and [[Plumeria]] in order to prevent them from following after him to the Poni Altar.
|desc={{p|Bruxish}} is Faba's third known Pokémon. It was first used to attack from {{adv|Moon}}, [[Anabel]], and [[Plumeria]] in order to prevent them from following after him to the Poni Altar.


None of Bruxish's moves are known.}}
None of Bruxish's moves are known.}}
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'''Faba''' was introduced as a {{TCG|Supporter card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Sun & Moon Series (the Japanese SM Era). It was first released in the Japanese {{TCG|Super-Burst Impact}} expansion before debuting in English in the {{TCG|Lost Thunder}} expansion, with the background artwork by [[take]]. It was also released as a {{TCG|Full Art card}} in Super-Burst Impact and Lost Thunder, with an illustration by the same artist. It allows the player to choose a Pokémon Tool or Special Energy card attached to 1 of the opponent's Pokémon, or any Stadium card in play, and to put it in the Lost Zone.
'''Faba''' was introduced as a {{TCG|Supporter card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Sun & Moon Series (the Japanese SM Era). It was first released in the Japanese {{TCG|Super-Burst Impact}} expansion before debuting in English in the {{TCG|Lost Thunder}} expansion, with the background artwork by [[take]]. It was also released as a {{TCG|Full Art card}} in Super-Burst Impact and Lost Thunder, with an illustration by the same artist. It allows the player to choose a Pokémon Tool or Special Energy card attached to 1 of the opponent's Pokémon, or any Stadium card in play, and to put it in the Lost Zone.
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==Gallery==
===Artwork===
====Concept art====
{|style="margin:auto; text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{white color dark}}; background:#{{white color}}; font-size:80%; border-radius: 10px"
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| style="border:2px solid #{{white color light}}; background:#{{white color light}}" |[[File:Faba SM concept art.png|350px]]
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| Concept art from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun and Moon}} by {{color2|000|take}}
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====Game assets====
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| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{white color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:96px"| [[File:SM Ending Screen 11.png|400px]]
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| Ending screenshot with the {{color2|000|Aether Foundation}} from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun and Moon}}
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===Sprites and models===
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|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{white color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr SM Faba.png|124px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{white color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:150px"| [[File:VSFaba.png|200px]]
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| 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}}
| VS sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun, Moon}}, {{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon}}
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|colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{white color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:300px"| [[File:Faba SM OD.png|120px]]
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|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}}
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==Names==
==Names==
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| Faba
| Faba
| From ''faba bean''
| From ''faba bean''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Fabian
| From ''Vicia faba'' (scientific name of the faba bean)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Fabio
| From ''Vicia faba'' (scientific name of the faba bean)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| French
| Saubohne
| Saubohne
| From ''Saubohne'' (German for faba bean)
| From ''Saubohne'' (German for faba bean)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Fabian
| From ''Vicia faba'' (faba bean)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Italian
| Italian
| Vicio
| Vicio
| From ''Vicia faba'' (faba bean)
| From ''Vicia faba'' (scientific name of the faba bean)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Fabio
| From ''Vicia faba'' (faba bean)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| Korean
| 자우보 ''Jaubo''
| 자우보 ''Jaubo''
| 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}})
| 扎奧博 / 扎奥博 ''Zhā'àobó''
| 扎奧博 / 扎奥博 ''Zhā'àobó''
| Transliteration of Japanese name
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 扎奧博 ''Jaat'oubok''
| 扎奧博 ''Jaat'oubok''
| Mandarin-based transliteration of Japanese name
| Mandarin-based transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Brazilian Portuguese
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| Russian
| Russian
| Фаба ''Faba''
| Фаба ''Faba''
| Transcription of English name  
| Transcription of his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| Thai
| เซาโบ ''Sauboh''
| เซาโบ ''Sauboh''
| Same as Japanese name  
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
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|sv=Filialchef på Aether Foundation
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==References==
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[[Category:Sun and Moon characters]]
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[[Category:Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon characters]]
[[Category:Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon characters]]
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[[Category:Psychic-type Trainers]]
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Faba
ザオボー Sauboh
Sun Moon Faba.png
Art from Pokémon Sun and Moon by take[1]
Age Unknown
Gender Male
Eye color Blue
Hair color Blond
Hometown Unknown
Region Alola
Trainer class Aether Branch Chief
Aether Foundation
Generation VII, VIII, IX
Games Sun and Moon, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, Masters EX
English voice actor Alexander Gross (Masters EX)
Japanese voice actor Hiroshi Yanaka (Masters EX)
Member of Aether Foundation
Rank Branch Chief
InternUSUM
Member of Team Rainbow RocketUSUM
Rank Member
Anime series Pokémon the Series
Debut A Dream Encounter!
Counterpart(s) Faba (anime)
English voice actor Daniel J. Edwards (SM043-SM132)
Unknown (SM137-SM146)
Kaiji Tang (JN112)
Japanese voice actor Mitsuaki Madono
Manga series Pokémon Adventures
Debut Shipwreck and "Oh, What Sharp Teeth You Have, Bruxish!"

Faba (Japanese: ザオボー Sauboh) is a character introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon. He works at the Aether Foundation. He is the only character in the games to have the Trainer class Aether Branch Chief (Japanese: エーテルしぶちょう Aether Director). He specializes in the Psychic type.

In the core series games

Character profile

Faba is a character first introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon. He is identified by his signature sunglasses, and is very proud of his position in the Foundation. He sometimes refers to himself as the Aether Foundation's last line of defense. As Aether's branch chief, he takes on the role of helping direct projects and programs within the foundation, specifically those on Aether Paradise. Faba is a character who comes off as extremely prideful and arrogant, often bloating about his position and success, making it clear that he is above or below other people. He openly states he hates dealing and talking with children, often berating, belittling or even insulting children in front of him, including the player. Faba also admits to lying (or as he calls it, massaging the truth) in order to protect his position as a person. He has a habit of curling his beard.

Like Wicke, he is a branch chief within the Aether Foundation, with their superior being Aether's president, Lusamine. Despite the fact that Lusamine is his superior, he has a tendency to either mislead or withhold valuable information from her. Prior to the events of the games, he succeeded an unknown predecessor as Branch Chief. In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, he is a member of Team Rainbow Rocket, being one of their lower members to take over the Aether Foundation. After Episode RR is completed, he is demoted to the position of intern at the Aether Foundation.

Under the alias "F" (Japanese: S), Faba maintains a blog that he uses to post comments about his job and his beliefs on various subjects.

Appearance

Faba's concept artwork for Pokémon Sun and Moon

Faba is a tall and lanky adult man. Faba's short hair curls upward towards the top of his head. He has a receeding hairline with rounded sideburns passing just below his ears. Faba's beard just covers his chin and is long enough to be curled and played with. Faba has long thick eyebrows that rest above his smaller droopy eyes with black rings towards the outer sides. his irises are blue and circular. Faba wears a pair of large bean-shaped sunglasses that are only compromised of green-tinted lenses. These thick glasses cover not only his eyes but also his eye brows and cruve around his face, reaching his sideburns. The glasses are only supported by his long triangular nose.

Faba's outfit matches the rest of the Aether Foundation's, being more unique giving a sign of importance and status. Like Wicke and Lusamine, Faba has a specific color as a highlight among the white and gold, havign a lime-green color motif complimenting the other two's pink and yellow. Faba's large white jacket covers a majority of his body, wrapping around the front arms, and hands. the collar is also large and folds outwards towards his chest and back of the neck. He has a singular gold button on the front that he can use to take off his jacket. An all gold Aether pin is on the front of his back collar. A golden diamond is on each of his shoulders and green cuffs from his wrists reach up to his elbows. He has two golden U-shaped pockets going up to down on both sides of his jacket. Underneath, he wears a green shirt that wraps around his neck. Faba's boots are worn like pants, reaching past his jacket. Golden soles with short heels reach upwards his leg in another diamond shape. The boost are long and bend his toes upward. Two straps on each foot are button together by golden buttons on each side of the rounded straps.

Pokémon Sun and Moon

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Background and pre-game

Website blurb: The Aether Foundation branch chief sports green sunglasses. They’re his signature accessory! He seems very proud of his position as branch chief.

In the Generation VII titles, the player can read Faba's blog posts which cna be viewed on a computer found in Aether Paradise's Secret Lab A, where the Type: Full specimens were created. One reveals that he developed the Beast Balls after taking the project over from his predecessor. Another reveals that he designed the control mask technology that would later be used on Type: Null following the failure of the RKS System initialization tests, as a precaution in case such an event took place. This project of creating the helmet was made public. After his superior's family had stolen one of the test subjects, he became prepared to give any information to protect his position, even if it meant lying.

Main game

The player first meets Faba on Akala Island at Memorial Hill on their way to the Ruins of Life. Trying to get a Team Skull Grunt to stop harassing a Slowpoke, Faba asks for the player's assistance. After defeating the Grunt, Faba, thankful for the player's help invites them and Hau to visit the Hano Grand Resort after they finish their grand trial with Olivia. Hau reminds the player about visit with the Aether Foundation, worrying Lillie, who avoids going with the two. Upon arriving, Faba invites the player and Hau, to man-made island of Aether Paradise for a tour and brings them by boat, leaving the two with Wicke.

During the invasion on Aether Paradise, Faba reappears to stop the player, Hau, and Gladion as they storm the foundation's headquarters for the kidnapped Lillie. Gladion demands that Faba tell him what the foundation is planning, but Faba refuses, taunting Gladion about his past, before battling the player. Faba is defeated and concedes, granting the player's group clearance to the second basement floor, where he claims they will find Cosmog. This, however, turns out to be a lie spun by Faba to give himself time to call in reinforcements and strengthen his Pokémon team. By the time the player's group attempts to head towards Lusamine's quarters, Faba has returned with three Aether Foundation Employees by his side. He reveals he has the key to the way forward in his hands, a plan which Hau calls into question, frustrating the chief. After defeating two of the employees alongside Gladion, the player has a Multi Battle with Faba and the remaining employee, with Hau as their partner. Defeated, Faba is forced to relent, and gives the keys to Hau, who unlocks the way forward.

Post-game

After becoming Champion, it is revealed that Faba was demoted. Humbled by recent events, Faba is determined to become a new man by integrating himself with the rank and file. Faba requests another battle with the player, and upon defeat, gives the player a Dubious Disc. After that, he will linger in the lobby of Lusamine's mansion on Aether Paradise.

Faba is one of the possible Trainers who will challenge the player for the title of Champion at the Pokémon League. He always appears on the first day of each month.

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, Faba's role is virtually the same as in Sun and Moon, with only minor changes happening throughout the main story, including an encounter at Ula'ula Meadow. A major expansion to his role happens during the post-game in Episode RR, where he teams up with Team Rainbow Rocket during their takeover of Aether Paradise, intending to use their success as a stepping stone to further his own career. He later attempts to stop the player and Lillie from entering Team Rocket's Castle, only to be defeated. He leaves afterwards, but not before warning the two about the people Giovanni brought with him from other worlds. He is not seen again until after Giovanni's defeat, where he attempts to cover his involvement in the incident, but ends up giving away his true intentions in the process. As a result, Faba is demoted to intern, much to his humiliation. He also no longer appears in Title Defense battles, with Lusamine appearing in his place.

Pokémon

Faba's Pokémon are kept in Ultra Balls.

Pokémon Sun and Moon

First battle



Second battle



Rematches

Faba uses this team both in the one-time battle at Aether Paradise and in the Title Defense battles at the Pokémon League.



Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

First battle



Second battle



Third battle



Fourth battle



In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Faba appears as an NPC during the Villain Arc in Pokémon Masters EX.

Quotes

Main article: Faba/Quotes

In the anime

Main series

Faba in the anime
Main article: Faba (anime)

Faba is a recurring character who appeared in Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon. He works at the Aether Foundation. At first, Faba acted antagonistically towards Ash and his classmates, in particular Lillie, but went on to become an ally as the group dealt with the Ultra Beasts.

GOTCHA!

Faba briefly appeared as a silhouette among several other antagonists in GOTCHA!.

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

Faba in Pokémon Adventures

Faba debuted in Shipwreck and "Oh, What Sharp Teeth You Have, Bruxish!". After an Aether Foundation Employee reported a group of people were rescued at sea, Faba and Wicke went down to meet the victims. There, they met Moon, Professor Kukui, and Professor Burnet. Faba revealed the three were taken to Aether Paradise and offered to give a tour of the place. After learning the Akala Island Trial Captains were heading to Po Town to deal with Team Skull, Faba rushed to inform Lusamine of the situation, fearing Team Skull's downfall would ruin their plans.

In The Truth and Island Kahuna Hapu, Faba led a group of Employees to Vast Poni Canyon. After arriving, Faba sent some Employees to capture Hapu, the newly appointed kahuna of Poni Island, while he and the others headed to the Poni Altar. Faba was approached by Plumeria, who demanded that he tell her where Guzma was taken to after being kidnapped by Nihilego. When Faba feigning ignorance, Plumeria revealed she had a Cosmoem that evolved from the Cosmog Guzma received from the Aether Foundation. Faba tried to take Cosmoem by attacking Plumeria, but his Hypno was defeated by her Salazzle. Immediately after, Faba was attacked by Moon and Anabel, a member of the International Police. Worried his plans could be jeopardized, Faba had the Employees with him battle Moon, Anabel, and Plumeria so he could sneak off while the others were distracted.

In Play the Melody That Echoes in the Altar, Faba saw the Cosmoem fly out of Plumeria's hands and meet with Nebby, another Cosmoem. Faba pursued the Protostar Pokémon and concluded they were related to Solgaleo and Lunala, which he wanted to use to take over the Aether Foundation. Noticing that Moon, Anabel, and Plumeria had been following him, Faba and the Employees battled them. Faba promised to help Plumeria find Guzma if she helped him take over the Aether Foundation.

In Summon the Emissaries of the Moon and the Sun, after being cornered by Anabel, Gladion, Lillie, and Hapu, Faba was captured and taken to Poni Altar. While the others fought invading Ultra Beasts, Sun confronted Faba, demanding that he return the island the Aether Foundation took from his deceased great-grandfather five years ago. Faba revealed the island had already been converted into Aether Paradise, so Sun wouldn't be able to buy back the island even if he collected the proper amount of money. Afterward, Sun was pulled into a wormhole by a Necrozma that appeared from a wormhole.

In Adventure in the Dark Dimension, it was revealed that Faba managed to escape after being freed by an Employee. Six months later, he had successfully taken over the Aether Foundation, running it like a dictatorship. At some point, he met Ryuki, a self-proclaimed battling superstar that came to Alola in hopes of fighting the Ultra Beasts. Ryuki was hired by Faba, who agreed to help him in exchange for his services.

Faba being confronted by Sun's Meowth

In Ray of Light!! Through the Crack in the Sky!, Faba was informed by an Employee that Lusamine had returned to Alola from Ultra Space. Concerned that she may have managed to capture Necrozma, Faba requested Plumeria's assistance in fighting Lusamine. He sent Ryuki to Mount Lanakila and take Moon back with him to Aether Paradise, where she was locked in a cell. Disguised as Moon, Plumeria went to Mount Lanakila in order to assassinate an injured Lusamine. As he gleefully watched Plumeria's attack, Faba was approached by Gladion and Moon, who told him that his plans were over. Faba tricked Ryuki into battling Gladion and Moon, claiming that they were in the way of his goal of facing the Ultra Beasts.

While Ryuki kept the others busy, Faba attempted to flee Aether Paradise and escape to another region. He was attacked by Sun's Alolan Meowth, Cent, who aimed to make Faba pay for his crimes. Desperately begging for his own safety, Faba pleaded with Cent, promising to return the island he took from Sun's great-grandfather. Faba's intense fear attracted several Nihilego that emerged from a nearby wormhole. Cent was forced to watch as Faba was dragged into the wormhole, his fear turning into happiness as he was affected by the Nihilego's neurotoxins.

Pokémon

Faba's Hypno
Hypno
Hypno is Faba's first known Pokémon. It was first used to threaten an Aether Foundation Employee for not calling Faba by his proper title of Branch Chief. Later at Vast Poni Canyon, it was used to torture Plumeria in order to have her release the Cosmoem in her possession, only to be defeated by Plumeria's Salazzle.

None of Hypno's moves are known.

Debut Shipwreck and "Oh, What Sharp Teeth You Have, Bruxish!"
Faba's Claydol
Claydol
Claydol is Faba's second known Pokémon. It was first used to escape from Moon and Anabel and escape to the Poni Altar.

None of Claydol's moves are known.

Debut Play the Melody That Echoes in the Altar
Faba's Bruxish
Bruxish
Bruxish is Faba's third known Pokémon. It was first used to attack from Moon, Anabel, and Plumeria in order to prevent them from following after him to the Poni Altar.

None of Bruxish's moves are known.

Debut Play the Melody That Echoes in the Altar

In the TCG

Full Art print of Faba
Main article: Faba (Lost Thunder 173)

Faba was introduced as a Supporter card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game during the English Sun & Moon Series (the Japanese SM Era). It was first released in the Japanese Super-Burst Impact expansion before debuting in English in the Lost Thunder expansion, with the background artwork by take. It was also released as a Full Art card in Super-Burst Impact and Lost Thunder, with an illustration by the same artist. It allows the player to choose a Pokémon Tool or Special Energy card attached to 1 of the opponent's Pokémon, or any Stadium card in play, and to put it in the Lost Zone.

Gallery

Artwork

Concept art

Faba SM concept art.png
Concept art from Sun and Moon by take

Game assets

SM Ending Screen 11.png
Ending screenshot with the Aether Foundation from Sun and Moon

Sprites and models

Spr SM Faba.png VSFaba.png
High-poly model from
Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon 		VS sprite from
Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon
Faba SM OD.png
Overworld model from
Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon

Names

Language Name Origin
Japanese ザオボー Sauboh From Saubohne (German for faba bean)
English Faba From faba bean
German Fabian From Vicia faba (scientific name of the faba bean)
Spanish Fabio From Vicia faba (scientific name of the faba bean)
French Saubohne From Saubohne (German for faba bean)
Italian Vicio From Vicia faba (scientific name of the faba bean)
Korean 자우보 Jaubo Transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Mandarin) 扎奧博 / 扎奥博 Zhā'àobó Transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Cantonese) 扎奧博 Jaat'oubok Mandarin-based transcription of his Japanese name
Brazilian Portuguese Fábio From Vicia faba (faba bean)
Russian Фаба Faba Transcription of his English name
Thai เซาโบ Sauboh Transcription of his Japanese name

Aether Branch Chief

Language Title
Chinese Cantonese 以太分部長 Yíhtaai Fānbouhjéung
Mandarin 以太分部長 / 以太分部长 Yǐtài Fēnbùzhǎng
The Czech Republic Flag.png Czech Šéf odnože Aether Foundation
Denmark Flag.png Danish Branchechef på Aether-stiftelsen
The Netherlands Flag.png Dutch Afdelingshoofd van de Aether Foundation
Finland Flag.png Finnish Aether-säätiön toimialajohtaja
France Flag.png French Directeur d'Æther
Germany Flag.png German Æther-Regionalleiter
Hungary Flag.png Hungarian Aether Alapítvány osztályvezető
Italy Flag.png Italian Capo Filiale Æther
South Korea Flag.png Korean 에테르지부장 Etereu Jibujang
Norway Flag.png Norwegian Regionsleder i Aether
Brazil Flag.png Brazilian Portuguese Diretor da Fundação Aether
Spain Flag.png Spanish Director Æther
Sweden Flag.png Swedish Filialchef på Aether Foundation

References

  1. ↑ Faba (Lost Thunder 173)



Aether-logo.png Aether Foundation Aether-logo.png
Aether Paradise • Heahea City • Aether Bases (Route 8 • Route 16) • Aether House
President Branch Chiefs
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Lusamine
(Masters • anime) 		Wicke Faba
(anime)
Other members
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Aether Foundation Employees Scientists
Former Related
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Professor Mohn Lillie
(Masters • anime) 		Gladion
(Masters • anime)
Animation and manga
Former members: Jessie • James • Meowth
Ultra Guardians: Ash • Lana • Kiawe • Lillie • Sophocles • Mallow • Gladion
See also: Team Skull • Ultra Recon Squad


Boss: Giovanni (Masters)
Notable members: Maxie • Archie • Cyrus • Ghetsis • Lysandre
Lower members: Faba • Team Rainbow Rocket Grunts
Locations: Festival Plaza • Team Rocket's Castle


Trainer classes in the Pokémon core series
Alola Ace Duo • Ace Trainer • Aether Branch Chief • Aether Foundation • Aether Foundation Employee
Aether President • Athletic Siblings • Backpacker • Beauty • Bellhop • Black Belt • Captain • Collector • Cook • Dancer
Eevee User • Elite Four • Espeon User • Firefighter • Fisherman • Flareon User • GAME FREAK • Gentleman • Glaceon User
Golf Buddies • Golfer • Hiker • Honeymooners • Island Kahuna • Janitor • Jolteon User • Karate Family • Lass • Leafeon User
Madame • Office Worker • Pokémon Breeder • Pokémon Professor • Pokémon Trainer • Police Officer • Preschooler
Principal • Punk Girl • Punk Guy • Punk Pair • Rising Star • Rising Star Duo • Scientist • Sightseer • Swimmer • Swimmers
Swimmer Girls • Sylveon User • Teacher • Team Skull • Team Skull Admin • Team Skull Boss • Team Skull Grunt
Trial Guide • Twins • Umbreon User • Vaporeon User • Veteran • Veteran Duo • Worker • Youngster • Youth Athlete
ActorUSUM • Capoeira CoupleUSUM • Dancing FamilyUSUM • Kantonian GymUSUM • Master & ApprenticeUSUM
ReporterUSUM • Sparring PartnersUSUM • SurferUSUM • Team AquaUSUM • Team FlareUSUM • Team GalacticUSUM
Team MagmaUSUM • Team PlasmaUSUM • Team Rainbow RocketUSUM • Team Rainbow Rocket GruntUSUM
Tourist CoupleUSUM • Ultra Forest KartenvoyUS • Ultra Recon SquadUSUM
Battle Tree, Battle Royal Dome, and Battle Agency only:
Battle Legend • Pokémon Center Lady • Pro Wrestler



Characters appearing in Pokémon Masters EX
Pasio Scottie • Bettie • Lear • Rachel • Sawyer • Paulo • Tina
Kanto Brock • Misty • Lt. Surge • Erika • Blaine • Lorelei • Bruno • Agatha • Janine • Koga • Blue • Giovanni • Leaf • Lance • Professor Oak • Red • Sabrina • Jessie • James • Ash • Elaine • Chase
Johto Kris • Bugsy • Whitney • Pryce • Clair • Will • Karen • Lyra • Ethan • Silver • Jasmine • Morty • Falkner • Eusine • Archer • Ariana • Petrel • Proton
Hoenn Brendan • Roxanne • Brawly • Flannery • Norman • Winona • Tate • Liza • Phoebe • Drake • Noland • Glacia • Zinnia • Steven • Wallace • Wally • Lucy • Lisia • May • Maxie • Archie • Sidney • Courtney
Sinnoh Barry • Roark • Gardenia • Maylene • Crasher Wake • Candice • Flint • Thorton • Cheryl • Marley • Cynthia • Fantina • Dawn • Cyrus • Volkner • Darach • Lucas • Aaron • Bertha • Lucian • Looker • Adaman • Irida • Palmer • Argenta • Akari • Rei • Riley • Dahlia • Volo
Unova Rosa • Clay • Skyla • Brycen • Iris • Roxie • Marlon • Shauntal • Marshal • Cheren • Hilbert • Hilda • Elesa • Caitlin • Grimsley • Burgh • Alder • Nate • Bianca • N • Ghetsis • Ingo • Emmet • Hugh • Colress • Lenora
Kalos Grant • Korrina • Ramos • Wulfric • Siebold • Wikstrom • Viola • Calem • Valerie • Clemont • Serena • Lysandre • Professor Sycamore • Diantha • Evelyn • Nita • Helena • Kali • Shauna • Emma • Olympia • Drasna • Dana • Katherine • Tierno
Alola Hau • Sophocles • Mina • Olivia • Hapu • Kahili • Nanu • Acerola • Kukui • Plumeria • Guzma • Lusamine • Gladion • Lillie • Molayne • Mallow • Selene • Elio • Lana • Kiawe • Hala • The Masked Royal • Naomi • Anabel • Ryuki
Galar Gloria • Piers • Leon • Marnie • Raihan • Nessa • Bea • Hop • Allister • Sonia • Bede • Gordie • Melony • Victor • Ball Guy • Rose • Oleana • Eve • Petey
Paldea Nemona • Penny • Iono • Grusha • Geeta • Jacq
NPCs Professor Bellis • Trista • Tricia • Trinnia • Meowth • Tabitha • Matt • Shelly • Mars • Jupiter • Saturn • Cilan • Chili • Cress • Chuck • Kiyo • Shadow Triad • Trevor • Malva • Faba • Team Break


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