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'''Raihan''' (Japanese: '''キバナ''' ''Kibana'') is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Hammerlocke]]'s Gym, known officially as [[Hammerlocke Stadium]]. He [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Dragon}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. He gives the {{badge|Dragon}} to Trainers who defeat him. He's also well-known for utilizing [[weather]] tactics in his battles.
'''Raihan''' (Japanese: '''キバナ''' ''Kibana'') is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Hammerlocke]]'s [[Gym]], known officially as [[Hammerlocke Stadium]]. He [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Dragon}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. He gives the {{badge|Dragon}} to Trainers who defeat him. He's also well-known for utilizing [[weather]] tactics in his battles.


==In the games==
==In the core series games==
Raihan is the eighth and final Gym Leader of the [[Galar League]], and he is recognized as the strongest Gym Leader in [[Galar]]. He is also the self-proclaimed [[rival]] of {{pkmn|Champion}} [[Leon]], and despite having a losing streak of 0 to 10 against him, he is the only person who has come close to beating him, having managed to [[fainting|knock out]] more of Leon's Pokémon than anyone else. He's said to be strong enough to become a Champion if he moved to another [[region]], but has refused to do so out of desire of wanting to defeat Leon. He is often seen taking {{wp|selfie}}s on his [[Rotom Phone]], a habit he initially picked up to remind him of the pain of defeat, but one which eventually spread to other parts of his lifestyle.
Raihan is the eighth and final Gym Leader of the [[Galar League]], and he is recognized as the strongest Gym Leader in [[Galar]]. He is also a friend and [[rival]] of {{pkmn|Champion}} [[Leon]], and despite having a losing streak of 0 to 10 against him, he is the only person who has come close to beating him, having managed to [[fainting|knock out]] more of Leon's Pokémon than anyone else. He's said to be strong enough to become a Champion if he moved to another [[region]], but has refused to do so out of desire of wanting to defeat Leon. He is often seen taking {{wp|selfie}}s on his [[Rotom Phone]], a habit he initially picked up to remind him of the pain of defeat, but one which eventually spread to other parts of his lifestyle. Outside of training his Pokémon, his hobbies include fashion and cultivating his social media presence.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20211129043340/https://swordshield.pokemon.com/en-us/people-galar-region/dragon-type-gym-leader-raihan/ Sword and Shield official website]</ref>


While Raihan specializes in the {{t|Dragon}} type, he will often use Pokémon of other types to set up [[weather]] conditions such as {{weather|sandstorm}} and [[harsh sunlight]]. Uniquely amongst Galar's Gyms, Raihan's Gym also heavily focuses on [[Double Battle]]s.
While Raihan specializes in the {{t|Dragon}} type, he will often use Pokémon of other types to set up [[weather]] conditions such as {{weather|sandstorm}} and [[harsh sunlight]]. Uniquely amongst Galar's Gyms, Raihan's Gym also heavily focuses on [[Double Battle]]s.


In [[Pokémon Sword and Shield]], Raihan first appears during the game's opening cut-scene, having an {{wp|exhibition game|exhibition match}} with Leon. The player first meets Raihan in Hammerlocke to get his permission to visit the local vault, which contains tapestries about Galar's history. Once the player has earned seven [[Badge|Gym Badges]], they challenge and defeat Raihan. Immediately afterwards, Raihan is also challenged and beaten by [[Hop]]. The player rematches Raihan in the Champion Cup in [[Wyndon]] and beats him once again. When [[Rose]] starts the [[Darkest Day]], Raihan organizes the evacuation of Hammerlocke to keep people safe from the event.
In [[Pokémon Sword and Shield]], Raihan first appears during the game's opening cut-scene, having an {{wp|exhibition game|exhibition match}} with Leon. The player first meets Raihan in Hammerlocke to get his permission to visit the local vault, which contains tapestries about Galar's history. Once the player has earned seven [[Badge|Gym Badges]], they challenge and defeat Raihan. Immediately afterwards, Raihan is also challenged and beaten by [[Hop]]. The player rematches Raihan in the Champion Cup in [[Wyndon]] and beats him once again. When [[Rose]] starts the [[Darkest Day]], Raihan organizes the evacuation of Hammerlocke to keep people safe from the event.
After Raihan's initial defeat, the player is awarded with the {{badge|Dragon}}, {{TM|99|Breaking Swipe}}, and the [[List of clothing (Sword and Shield)|Dragon Uniform]].


During the post-game, Raihan helps the player, Hop, and [[Piers]] in defeating a group of [[Dynamax]] Pokémon let loose at the [[Hammerlocke Stadium]] by [[Sordward]] and [[Shielbert]]. During this encounter, Raihan admits that Piers managed to give him a tough challenge in the Champion Cup, despite his refusal to use Dynamax, and suggests that they should have a battle where neither of them uses it.
During the post-game, Raihan helps the player, Hop, and [[Piers]] in defeating a group of [[Dynamax]] Pokémon let loose at the [[Hammerlocke Stadium]] by [[Sordward]] and [[Shielbert]]. During this encounter, Raihan admits that Piers managed to give him a tough challenge in the Champion Cup, despite his refusal to use Dynamax, and suggests that they should have a battle where neither of them uses it.
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{{Party/Footer}}
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===Quotes===
==In the spin-off games==
{{main|Raihan/Quotes}}
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Raihan (Masters)}}
Raihan forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Duraludon}}, {{p|Flygon}}, and {{p|Gigalith}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. His Flygon is capable of [[Dynamax]]ing. Raihan became a playable sync pair on April 28, 2021.
 
Raihan has also made notable appearances in the game's Main Stories, [[Legendary Adventures]] and the [[Villain Arc]].
 
{{PairDex/h|Dragon}}
{{PairDex|123|Raihan|trainerlink=Raihan (Masters)#Duraludon|trainerimg=Raihan|0884|Duraludon|gender=male|Steel|Fighting|Special Strike|6|Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
{{PairDex|123|Raihan|trainerlink=Raihan (Masters)#Flygon|trainerimg=Raihan Anniversary 2022|sygna=Anniversary 2022|0330|Flygon|gender=male|dynamax=yes|Dragon|Fairy|Tech|6|Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
{{PairDex|123|Raihan|trainerlink=Raihan (Masters)#Gigalith|trainerimg=Raihan|0526|Gigalith|gender=male|Rock|Water|Support|4EX|Trainer Lodge Friendship Level 100}}
|}
 
===[[Pokémon UNITE]]===
Raihan and his {{p|Duraludon}} appear in [[Pokémon UNITE]] as an enemy Trainer to fight during the Legacy Trainer Showdown event between September 9, 2022 and October 6, 2022. It took place on [[Theia Sky Ruins]]. The other members of his team are [[Cynthia]], [[Korrina]], [[Leon]], and {{ga|Green}}. The event later returned between April 21, 2023 and May 21, 2023.
 
Raihan and his Duraludon also appear as an enemy Trainer in the recurring {{DL|Theia Sky Ruins|Solo Challenge}} event. It also takes place on Theia Sky Ruins. This event has Casual, Intermediate, Expert, and Extreme difficulties. The composition of the opposing team varies depending on the event and the difficulty. The full team consists of himself, Cynthia, Korrina, Leon, and Green. In Cynthia themed events, Raihan and the other non-Cynthia members do not appear in the Casual difficulty, being replaced by {{tc|Ace Trainer}}s. On the Intermediate difficulty, only Leon and Green are replaced by Ace Trainers. In Leon themed events, Raihan and the other non-Leon members do not appear in the Casual difficulty, being replaced by Ace Trainers. On the Intermediate difficulty, only Cynthia and Green are replaced by Ace Trainers. In this mode, Raihan and his Duraludon never use [[Holowear]].
 
Unlike other Trainers in this game, Raihan and the non-Ace Trainer members of his team are represented with two-dimensional artwork instead of three-dimensional models. In the pre-battle splash screen, Raihan has a custom Unite Snapshot depicting him and his Duraludon with two dimensional artwork. (The normal display of the Unite License/Holowear is not used.)
 
==Gallery==
===Artwork===
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|Concept art from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sword and Shield|Sword and Shield}}
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==Artwork==
===Sprites===
===Sprites===
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|Icon from the<br>{{color2|000|Galarian Star Tournament}} menu
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===[[League Card]]s===
===[[League Card]]s===
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|Raihan's {{color2|000|League Card}} in<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sword and Shield|Sword and Shield}}
|Raihan's {{color2|000|League Card}} in<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sword and Shield|Sword and Shield}}
|Raihan's rare {{color2|000|League Card}} in<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sword and Shield|Sword and Shield}}
|Raihan's rare {{color2|000|League Card}} in<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Sword and Shield|Sword and Shield}}
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==Quotes==
{{main|Raihan/Quotes}}


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
===In the main series===
===Main series===
[[File:Raihan anime.png|thumb|250px|Raihan in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Raihan anime.png|thumb|250px|Raihan in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
In ''[[JN027|Toughing It Out!]]'', Raihan had a {{pkmn|battle}} against [[Leon]] during the [[World Coronation Series]] in [[Wyndon]]. His {{p|Duraludon}} battled Leon's {{p|Charizard}}, only to be defeated.
Prior to his introduction to the series, Raihan entered the current [[World Coronation Series]] competition just to challenge {{an|Leon}}. During the current season, Raihan was skilled enough to grow rapidly in his rank, soon entering the Master Class.
 
Raihan debuted in ''[[JN027|Toughing It Out!]]'', where he had a {{pkmn|battle}} against Leon during the [[World Coronation Series]] in [[Wyndon]]. His {{p|Duraludon}} battled [[Leon's Charizard]], only to be defeated after a tough battle between the two Trainers. After Leon's victory, Raihan reiterated his goal to defeat him.


Raihan reappeared in a flashback in ''[[JN042|Sword and Shield: Slumbering Weald!]]''.
Raihan reappeared in a flashback in ''[[JN042|Sword and Shield, Slumbering Weald!]]''.


In [[JN044]], Raihan helped [[Sonia]] against a group of {{tc|Macro Cosmos's|Macro Cosmos employees}} who had accosted her outside the [[Energy Plant]] and [[Hammerlocke Stadium]]. In [[JN045|the following episode]], he defeated them and then left Sonia so he could take care of rampaging [[Dynamax]] Pokémon in the area. After [[Goh]] caught {{p|Eternatus}} and the [[Darkest Day]] ended, he and Duraludon were seen looking on as the {{p|Kommo-o}} they were battling reverted back to its normal state.
In ''[[JN044|Sword and Shield: "From Here to Eternatus!"]]'', Raihan helped [[Sonia]] against a group of {{tc|Macro Cosmos's|Macro Cosmos employees}} who had accosted her outside the [[Energy Plant]] and [[Hammerlocke Stadium]]. In [[JN045|the following episode]], he easily defeated them and then left Sonia so he could take care of rampaging [[Dynamax]] Pokémon in the area. After [[Goh]] caught {{TP|Goh|Eternatus}} and the [[Darkest Day]] ended, he and Duraludon were seen looking on as the {{p|Kommo-o}} they were battling reverted back to its normal state.


Raihan made a cameo appearance at the end of ''[[JN077|Ultra Exciting from the Shocking Start!]]'' while watching {{Ash}}'s World Coronation Series match against [[Volkner]].
In ''[[JN082|The Sweet Taste of Battle!]]'', Raihan met Ash and Goh when they all visited [[Ballonlea]] for [[Opal]]'s [[All-Alcremie Decoration Challenge]]. He was reluctant to participate, but did so anyway as Opal refused to let him just walk away. However, Raihan's cake ultimately lost to Ash's. He then stayed to watch the battle between Ash and Opal. After the battle, Raihan participated in eating the cakes decorated during the contest, finding Ash's cake very tasty.
Raihan appeared in a fantasy in ''[[JN099|Battling Turned Up to Eleven!]]'', along with other Masters Eight Trainers.
In ''[[JN107|Big Brother to the Rescue!]]'', Ash got notified that his next match would be up against Raihan. In ''[[JN108|Catching the Aura of Fate!]]'', Raihan noted his surprise that Ash had climbed through the ranks so quickly and began training for the match, declaring his intention to be the one to defeat Leon.
Ash and Raihan battled at the Hammerlocke Stadium in ''[[JN109|Aim For The Eight!]]''. Utilizing his [[weather]] strategies, Raihan quickly started to overwhelm Ash. However, Raihan was ultimately defeated, causing his and Ash's ranks to swap places and Ash rising to the Master Class. Raihan took a commemorative photo with Ash and told him to not lose until he'd get a chance to defeat him and Leon.
In ''[[JN129|A Flood of Torrential Gains!]]'', Raihan watched Ash's match against Leon.
[[File:Leon and Raihan anime.png|thumb|250px|Raihan and Leon]]
====Character====
====Character====
Like his game counterpart, Raihan has a strong rivalry with Leon, and it is the real reason he entered the World Coronation Series. As expected of a {{DL|World Coronation Series|Masters Eight}} member, Raihan is an exceptional {{pkmn|Trainer}}, being able to enter the Master Class shortly after the current season of the competition begins and is strong enough to knock out several Pokémon from [[Rose]]'s associates with a single move.
Like his game counterpart, Raihan has a strong rivalry with Leon, and it is the real reason he entered the World Coronation Series. As expected of a {{DL|World Coronation Series|Masters Eight}} member, Raihan is an exceptional {{pkmn|Trainer}}, being able to enter the Master Class shortly after the current season of the competition begins and is strong enough to knock out several Pokémon from [[Rose]]'s associates with a single move.


Raihan is also very flirtatious, as seen when he defended [[Sonia]] from Rose's associates, during which he called her a "beautiful woman". After fending off Rose's crew, Raihan remarked that he would have asked Sonia out on a date if the circumstances weren't critical and also referred to her as "babe".
Raihan is also very flirtatious, as seen when he defended [[Sonia]] from Rose's associates, during which he called her a "beautiful woman". After fending off Rose's crew, Raihan remarked that he would have asked Sonia out on a date if the circumstances weren't critical and also referred to her as a "lovely lady". This attitude of Raihan over time proved to be a disguise for his real feelings, so Raihan after being defeated by Leon started taking {{wp|Selfie|selfies}} to portray his true emotions.


====Pokémon====
====Pokémon====
This listing is of Raihan's known Pokémon in the anime:
This listing is of Raihan's known Pokémon in the anime:
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
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|type2=Dragon
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|img=Raihan Duraludon.png
|cap=Raihan's Duraludon
|img2=Raihan Gigantamax Duraludon.png
|img2=Raihan Gigantamax Duraludon.png
|cap2=Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon
|cap2=Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon
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|epname=Toughing It Out!
|epname=Toughing It Out!
|vajp=Yūichi Nakamura
|vajp=Yūichi Nakamura
|vaen=Billy Kametz
|vaennote=[[JN027]]-[[JN045]]
|desc={{p|Duraludon}} is Raihan's first known Pokémon, as well as his ace. It is capable of [[Gigantamax]]ing. Raihan used it in his battle against {{an|Leon}}, where it went up against {{TP|Leon|Charizard}}, only to be defeated.
In ''[[JN045|Sword and Shield... The Legends Awaken!]]'', Raihan used Duraludon to defeat the Pokémon of [[Oleana's subordinate]] and other [[Macro Cosmos]] {{tc|Macro Cosmos's|employees}}. Later, after the Darkest Day ended, Duraludon was seen battling a Dynamaxed {{p|Kommo-o}}.
In ''[[JN109|Aim For The Eight!]]'', Duraludon was the final Pokémon used in Raihan's World Coronation Series match against {{Ash}}, where it went up against {{AP|Lucario}}. Despite its powerful [[Max Move]]s, Duraludon was defeated by Lucario's giant {{m|Aura Sphere}}.
Duraludon's known moves are {{m|Metal Claw}}, {{m|Iron Defense}}, {{m|Stone Edge}}, {{m|Steel Beam}}, and {{m|Breaking Swipe}}.<br>
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use {{m|Max Rockfall}}, {{m|Max Steelspike}}, and {{m|G-Max Depletion}}.}}
{{TrainerPoké
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|vaen=
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Duraludon}} is Raihan's only known Pokémon, as well as his ace. It is capable of [[Gigantamax]]ing. Raihan used it in his battle against [[Leon]], where it went up against {{p|Charizard}}, only to be defeated.
|desc={{p|Flygon}} is Raihan's second known Pokémon. It was the first Pokémon that Raihan used in his [[World Coronation Series]] match against {{Ash}}, where it went up against his {{AP|Dragonite}} and won, before losing to [[Gigantamax]] {{AP|Gengar}}.
 
Flygon's known moves are {{m|Dragon Claw}}, {{m|Steel Wing}}, {{m|Sandstorm}}, and {{m|Crunch}}.}}
 
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Raihan
|pkmn=Goodra
|type1=Dragon
|img=Raihan Goodra.png
|epnum=JN109
|epname=Aim For The Eight!
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Goodra}} is Raihan's third known Pokémon. It was the second Pokémon that Raihan used in his [[World Coronation Series]] match against {{Ash}}, where it went up against his [[Gigantamax]] {{AP|Gengar}}. The confrontation between the two Pokémon eventually led to a double knockout.
 
Goodra's known moves are {{m|Rain Dance}}, {{m|Thunder}}, {{m|Surf}}, and {{m|Hydro Pump}}.}}
 
=====Temporary=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Raihan
|pkmn=Alcremie
|gender=female
|type1=Fairy
|img=Raihan Alcremie.png
|epnum=JN082
|epname=The Sweet Taste of Battle!
|vajp=
|vaen=Ryan Bartley
|desc=Raihan borrowed an {{p|Alcremie}} from [[Opal]] to take part in the [[All-Alcremie Decoration Challenge]].


In [[JN045]], Raihan used Duraludon to defeat the Pokémon of [[Oleana's subordinate]] and other [[Macro Cosmos]] {{tc|Macro Cosmos's|employees}}. Later, after the Darkest Day ended, Duraludon was seen battling a Dynamaxed {{p|Kommo-o}}.
None of Alcremie's moves are known.}}


Duraludon's known moves are {{m|Metal Claw}}, {{m|Iron Defense}}, {{m|Stone Edge}}, {{m|Steel Beam}}, and {{m|Breaking Swipe}}.<br>
=====Traveling with=====
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use {{m|Max Rockfall}} and {{m|Max Steelspike}}.
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====Achievements====
====Achievements====
[[File:Raihan Profile WCS.png|250px|thumb|Raihan's profile in the World Coronation Series]]
=====World Coronation Series=====
Raihan has competed in the [[World Coronation Series]]. His rank and class are as follows:
* Rank 7{{tt|*|Dropped in rank after losing to Leon}} (Master Class; prior to ''[[JN027|Toughing It Out!]]'')
* Rank unknown (Master Class; prior to ''[[JN100|Meeting Up with the Monarch!]]'')
* Rank 8 (Master Class; prior to ''[[JN107|Big Brother to the Rescue!]]'')
* Rank 9 (Ultra Class; ''[[JN109|Aim For The Eight!]]'')
=====Pokémon competitions=====
=====Pokémon competitions=====
* [[World Coronation Series]] - Rank 7 (prior to ''[[JN027|Toughing It Out!]]'')
* [[All-Alcremie Decoration Challenge]] - Participant (''[[JN082|The Sweet Taste of Battle!]]'')


====Voice actors====
====Voice actors====
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{{vatable|color={{dragon color}}|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|ja=鈴木達央 ''[[Tatsuhisa Suzuki]]''
|ja=鈴木達央 ''[[Tatsuhisa Suzuki]]'' ([[JN027]]-[[JN045]])<br>松岡禎丞 ''[[Yoshitsugu Matsuoka]]'' ([[JN082]]-present)
|en=Danny Kramer
|en=[[Danny Kramer]]
}}
|cs=Vojtěch Hájek
|fi=Oskari Tamminen
|fr_eu=Marc Weiss
|id=Hardianto
|pl=Jakub Molęda
|pt_br=Renan Freitas ([[JN027]]-[[JN045]])<br>Gabriel Farias ([[JN082]]-present)
|es_la=Abraham Vega
|es_eu=Alejandro Méndez}}
 
====Artwork====
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| Official artwork from<br>''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
| Official artwork for<br> ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
| Official artwork for <br>''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
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| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #761724; background: {{dragon color light}}| [[File:Leon Raihan Artwork 2.png|x240px]]
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| Official artwork from<br>''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
| Official artwork for<br> ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
| Official artwork for <br>''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
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| Official artwork for<br> ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
| Official artwork for <br>''{{color2|000|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}''
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===In Pokémon: Twilight Wings===
===Pokémon: Twilight Wings===
[[File:Raihan TW.png|thumb|250px|Raihan in [[Pokémon: Twilight Wings]]]]  
[[File:Raihan TW.png|thumb|250px|Raihan in [[Pokémon: Twilight Wings]]]]  
In ''[[TW04|Early-Evening Waves]]'', Raihan was briefly seen on a magazine cover. In ''[[TW07|Sky]]'', Raihan had a battle against [[Leon]] at [[Wyndon Stadium]].
In ''[[TW04|Early-Evening Waves]]'', Raihan was briefly seen on a magazine cover. In ''[[TW07|Sky]]'', he had a battle against [[Leon]] at [[Wyndon Stadium]].


In ''[[TW08|The Gathering of Stars]]'', Raihan was seen at [[Hammerlocke Stadium]] with his Flygon, receiving an invitation letter for the [[Galarian Star Tournament]] from [[Leon]]. He was later seen at [[Wyndon Stadium]], walking out onto the field for the tournament's opening ceremony.
In ''[[TW08|The Gathering of Stars]]'', Raihan was seen at [[Hammerlocke Stadium]] with his Flygon, receiving an invitation letter for the [[Galarian Star Tournament]] from Leon. He was later seen at [[Wyndon Stadium]], walking out onto the field for the tournament's opening ceremony.


====Pokémon====
====Pokémon====
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|desc={{p|Flygon}} was used during the battle between Leon and Raihan. It defeated Leon's Aegislash and then went up against his {{p|Dragapult}}. It reappeared in ''[[TW08|The Gathering of Stars]]''.
|desc={{p|Flygon}} was used during the battle between Leon and Raihan. It defeated Leon's Aegislash and then went up against his {{p|Dragapult}}. It reappeared in ''[[TW08|The Gathering of Stars]]''.


Flygon's only known move is {{m|Stone Edge}}. }}
Flygon's known moves are {{m|Stone Edge}} and {{m|Draco Meteor}}.}}


{{TrainerPoké
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|desc={{p|Duraludon}} was the last Pokémon used by Raihan during the battle. It went up against Leon's Gigantamax {{p|Charizard}}.
|desc={{p|Duraludon}} was the last Pokémon used by Raihan during the battle. It went up against Leon's Gigantamax {{TP|Leon|Charizard}}.


None of Duraludon's moves are known{{tt|*|Gigantamax Duraludon appears when meteors from a Draco Meteor are still falling, suggesting that it used that move prior to Gigantamaxing. Duraludon is implied to know a status move due to the use of Max Guard}}.<br>
None of Duraludon's moves are known{{tt|*|Duraludon is implied to know a status move due to the use of Max Guard}}.<br>
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use {{m|Max Guard}}.}}
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use {{m|Max Guard}}.}}


=====Traveling with=====
=====Traveling with=====
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| {{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|479Rotom-Phone.png|electric|ghost|size=50px|link=Rotom Phone}}
| {{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|Raihan Rotom Phone TW.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
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====Achievements====
=====Pokémon competitions=====
* [[Galarian Star Tournament]] - Participant (''[[TW08|The Gathering of Stars]]'')


===In the GOTCHA! music video===
===GOTCHA!===
Raihan briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].
Raihan briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].


==In the manga==
==In the manga==
[[File:Raihan JNM.png|thumb|250px|Raihan in {{OBP|Pocket Monsters|Machito Gomi}}]]
===Pokémon Adventures===
===In the Pocket Monsters manga===
[[File:Raihan Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Raihan in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
Raihan appeared in [[JNM10]], where Raihan battled [[Leon]] for the title of Monarch in the [[World Coronation Series]]. Just like in the anime, he was defeated after an intense battle.
Raihan debuted in ''[[PASS11|Gulp Gulp!! Pokémon]]''. He was first seen at the gates of [[Hammerlocke]], speculating on which {{pkmn|Trainer}}s would be able to earn the right to face him in the [[Galar League|Gym Challenge]]. Later, in front of the Hammerlocke gate, Raihan met [[Henry Sword]], who had come to see the vault. After a short {{pkmn|battle}} that ended in Raihan's victory, Raihan took Henry to the vault, only for them to find [[Sonia]] under attack by a wild {{p|Oranguru}}. By teaming up, Raihan and Henry managed to calm Oranguru down.
 
In ''[[PASS17|Stealth!! Infiltrate the Energy Plant]]'', when large rumbling came from the Hammerlocke [[Energy Plant]], Raihan had [[Leon]] and Sonia move citizens to safety while he went inside to investigate. There, he encountered [[Rose]] and [[Oleana]], who admitted they were experimenting with [[Wishing Star]]s to find a new source of electricity and prevent an energy crisis a thousand years away. Raihan agreed to keep what he learned secret, but questioned Rose's real intentions, noting that the Wishing Stars Rose had looked like an offering to {{p|Eternatus|something}}.


====Pokémon====
In ''[[PASS22|Grrr!! Noble Kidnappers]]'', Raihan traveled to [[Spikemuth]], where he met with [[Piers]] to discuss Rose's decision to disqualify [[Bede]] from the Gym Challenge. A loud sound coming from [[Route 9 Tunnel]] interrupted their conversation, and when Raihan and Piers went to investigate, they encountered a crashed [[Flying Taxi]] and Leon, who rescued the driver and the passenger, Sonia. While Raihan and Leon took the victims to a hospital in Hammerlocke, Piers was entrusted with a device Sonia meant for [[Casey Shield]].
This listing is of Raihan's known Pokémon in the Pocket Monsters manga:
 
{{TrainerPoké
In ''[[PASS25|Rumble!! The Horrific Darkest Day]]'', the Gym Leaders gathered at [[Rose Tower]] to find out if Rose intended on bringing harm to Galar. Raihan met with Leon, Sonia, and [[Nessa]] in Hammerlocke. They planned to join the others in [[Wyndon]], only for Rose to unleash {{p|Eternatus}} and restart the [[Darkest Day]]. Power Spot lights began appearing all over the region, causing Pokémon to start [[Dynamax]]ing at random. Raihan's group and Henry's group later reunited at the Energy Plant, where they found Rose ecstatic that his plan was a success.  
|trainer=Raihan
 
|width=68
In ''[[PASS27|Shock!! Chairman Rose's Plan]]'', Rose explained he meant no harm to Galar and sent [[Sordward]] and [[Shielbert]] to defeat Eternatus and prevent the Darkest Day from spiraling out of control. Despite their claims of being descendants of the heroes that once stopped the Darkest Day, Sordward and Shielbert were unable to win, forcing Rose to take their place. Oleana explained that Rose's actions were for the benefit of Galar and requested that everyone help stop Eternatus. The group agreed and made their way to the summit, where they found Rose had already been defeated. Raihan, Leon, Piers, [[Hop]], [[Marnie]], Nessa, and [[Melony]] managed to take Eternatus down, only for it to get back up and unleash its Eternamax form.  
|pkmn=Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
|type1=Steel
|type2=Dragon
|img=Raihan Duraludon JNM.png<!--
|img2=Raihan Gigantamax Duraludon JNM.png
|cap2=Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon-->
|epnum=JNM10
|epname=
|desc={{p|Duraludon}} is Raihan's only known Pokémon, as well as his ace. It is capable of [[Gigantamax]]ing. Raihan used it in his battle against [[Leon]], where it went up against {{p|Charizard}}, only to be defeated.


Duraludon's known moves are {{m|Metal Claw}}, {{m|Stone Edge}}, and {{m|Steel Beam}}.<br>
In [[PASS29]], Eternatus quickly overwhelmed Raihan and the others, only for {{p|Zacian}} and {{p|Zamazenta}} to appear and assist in the battle against the Gigantic Pokémon. They attempted to wield the [[Rusted Sword]] and [[Rusted Shield|Shield]], but the items and Henry were snatched out of the air by Eternatus. Zacian and Zamazenta struck Eternatus at the same time, creating a massive blast of light. By the time the light cleared, Henry, Zacian, Zamazenta, Eternatus had vanished. Raihan and everyone injured during the battle were taken to a hospital to recover from the effects of Eternatus's poison.
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use {{m|Max Rockfall}} and {{m|Max Steelspike}}.
}}


===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
In [[PASS35]], after taking special medicine, Raihan and the others began to recover from the effects of the poison.
[[File:Raihan Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Raihan in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
Raihan debuted in the {{chap|Sword & Shield}}. He was first seen at the gates of [[Hammerlocke]], speculating on which {{pkmn|Trainer}}s would be able to earn the right to face him in the [[Galar League|Gym Challenge]]. Later, in front of the Hammerlocke gate, Raihan met [[Sōdo Tsurugi]], who had come to see the vault. After a short {{pkmn|battle}} that ended in Raihan's victory, Sōdo was taken to the vault, only for him and Raihan to find [[Sonia]] under attack by a wild {{p|Oranguru}}. By teaming up, Raihan and Sōdo managed to calm Oranguru down.


====Pokémon====
====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Raihan
|trainer=Raihan
|width=74
|width=74
|pkmn=Duraludon
|pkmn=Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
|type1=Steel
|type1=Steel
|type2=Dragon
|type2=Dragon
|img=Raihan Duraludon Adventures.png
|img=Raihan Duraludon Adventures.png
|img_size=170px
|cap=Raihan's Duraludon
|epnum=Sword & Shield chapter (Adventures)
|img2=Raihan Gigantamax Duraludon Adventures.png
|epname=Sword & Shield chapter
|cap2=Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon
|desc={{p|Duraludon}} is Raihan's first known Pokémon. It was first seen with its Trainer as he wondered about the Trainers participating in the Gym Challenge.
|img_size=100px
|img2_size=100px
|epnum=PASS11
|epname=Gulp Gulp!! Pokémon
|desc={{p|Duraludon}} is Raihan's first known Pokémon. It was first seen with its Trainer as he wondered about the Trainers participating in the Gym Challenge. Later, he used it to battle [[Dynamax]] Pokémon that were rampaging due to the [[Darkest Day]].


None of Duraludon's moves are known.}}
None of Duraludon's moves are known.{{tt|*|Duraludon is implied to know a Dragon-type attack due to the use of G-Max Depletion}}<br>
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use {{m|G-Max Depletion}}.{{tt|*|mentioned only}}}}


{{TrainerPoké
{{TrainerPoké
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|img=Raihan Sandaconda Adventures.png
|img=Raihan Sandaconda Adventures.png
|img_size=170px
|img_size=170px
|epnum=Sword & Shield chapter (Adventures)
|epnum=PASS12
|epname=Sword & Shield chapter
|epname=Thump!! The Gazing Sage
|desc={{p|Sandaconda}} is Raihan's second known Pokémon. It was first used in Raihan's battle against [[Sōdo Tsurugi|Sōdo]], where it emerged victorious.
|desc={{p|Sandaconda}} is Raihan's second known Pokémon. It was first used in Raihan's battle against [[Henry Sword|Henry]], where it emerged victorious.


Sandaconda's known moves are {{m|Sandstorm}}, {{m|Skull Bash}}, and {{m|Slam}}.}}
Sandaconda's known moves are {{m|Sandstorm}}, {{m|Skull Bash}}, and {{m|Slam}}.}}
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Raihan
|pkmn=Goodra
|type1=Dragon
|img=Raihan Goodra Adventures.png
|img_size=170px
|epnum=PASS17
|epname=Stealth!! Infiltrate the Energy Plant
|desc={{p|Goodra}} is Raihan's third known Pokémon. It was first used to help Raihan sneak into the [[Energy Plant]].
None of Goodra's moves are known.}}
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Raihan
|pkmn=Flygon
|type1=Ground
|type2=Dragon
|img=Raihan Flygon Adventures.png
|img_size=170px
|epnum=PASS17
|epname=Stealth!! Infiltrate the Energy Plant
|desc={{p|Flygon}} is Raihan's fourth known Pokémon. It was first used to help Raihan sneak into the [[Energy Plant]]. It was later used to battle {{p|Eternatus}} on the Tower Summit.
Flygon's only known move is {{m|Dragon Rush}}.}}
=====Borrowed=====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=77
|main=yes
|trainer=Leon
|pkmn=Charizard
|type1=Fire
|type2=Flying
|img=Leon Charizard Adventures.png
|epnum=PASS02
|epname=Crackle!! Practice Battle
|desc={{p|Charizard}} is one of [[Leon]]'s Pokémon. Raihan borrowed it to transport an injured {{tc|Cabbie}} to a hospital in [[Hammerlocke]].}}


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===Pokémon Journeys: The Series===
[[File:Raihan JNM.png|thumb|250px|Raihan in {{ma|Pokémon Journeys: The Series}}]]
Raihan appeared in ''[[JNM10|Toughing It Out!]]'', where Raihan battled {{an|Leon}} for the title of Monarch in the [[World Coronation Series]]. Just like in the anime, he was defeated after an intense battle.
====Pokémon====
This listing is of Raihan's known Pokémon in the Pokémon Journeys: The Series manga:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Raihan
|width=68
|pkmn=Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
|type1=Steel
|type2=Dragon
|img=Raihan Duraludon JNM.png<!--
|img2=Raihan Gigantamax Duraludon JNM.png
|cap2=Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon-->
|epnum=JNM10
|epname=Toughing It Out!
|desc={{p|Duraludon}} is Raihan's only known Pokémon, as well as his ace. It is capable of [[Gigantamax]]ing. Raihan used it in his battle against {{an|Leon}}, where it went up against {{TP|Leon|Charizard}}, only to be defeated.
Duraludon's known moves are {{m|Metal Claw}}, {{m|Stone Edge}}, and {{m|Steel Beam}}.<br>
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use {{m|Max Rockfall}} and {{m|Max Steelspike}}.}}
==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Raihan in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].
{{cardlist/header|Raihan's Pokémon|Dragon|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Duraludon V (Evolving Skies 122)|Duraludon]]{{TCGV}}|type=Dragon|expanded=yes|enset=Evolving Skies|enrarity=Rare Ultra|ennum=198/203|jpset=Skyscraping Perfection|jprarity=SR|jpnum=076/067}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Duraludon VMAX (Evolving Skies 123)|Duraludon]]{{VMAX}}|type=Dragon|expanded=yes|enset=Silver Tempest|enrarity=TGV|ennum=TG21/TG30|jpset=VMAX Climax|jprarity=CSR|jpnum=253/184}}
{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Dragon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Evolving Skies|Raihan|152}}|type=Supporter|expanded=yes|enset=Evolving Skies|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=152/203|jpset=Skyscraping Perfection|jprarity=U|jpnum=063/067|enset2=Evolving Skies|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=202/203|jpset2=Skyscraping Perfection|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=077/067|enset3=Evolving Skies|enrarity3=Rare Rainbow|ennum3=224/203|jpset3=Skyscraping Perfection|jprarity3=HR|jpnum3=084/067|jpset4=VMAX Climax|jpnum4=150/184|jpset5=S-P Promotional cards|jpnum5=264/S-P|enset6=Silver Tempest|enrarity6=TGU|ennum6=TG27/TG30|jpset6=VMAX Climax|jprarity6=SR|jpnum6=259/184|jpset7=VSTAR Universe|jpnum7=151/172|enset8=Crown Zenith|enrarity8=Rare Holo|ennum8=140/159|jpset8=S-P Promotional cards|jpnum8=228/S-P|enset9=Crown Zenith|enrarity9=GGU|ennum9=GG65/GG70|jpset9=VSTAR Universe|jprarity9=SAR|jpnum9=237/172}}
{{cardlist/footer|Dragon}}
{{-}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[File:Raihan Gigantamax error.png|thumb|250px|Raihan's Rotom Phone incorrectly showing Hammerlocke Stadium]]
<!--Do not add anything about Raihan's Rotom Phone being Shiny. Rotom Phones are shown to come in a variety of colors and there is no evidence that they can even be Shiny.-->
<!--Do not add anything about Raihan's Rotom Phone being Shiny. Rotom Phones are shown to come in a variety of colors and there is no evidence that they can even be Shiny.-->
* Raihan was designed by [[take]].<ref name=takeSWSHCharDesign>[https://twitter.com/_take_oekaki/status/1565902892774871040 Tweet about designing all of the Gym Leaders for Pokémon Sword & Shield]</ref>
* Raihan's uniform number is "241", which can be read in Japanese as {{wp|Japanese wordplay#Goroawase|goroawase}} for 強い ''tsuyoi'', meaning "powerful".
* Raihan's uniform number is "241", which can be read in Japanese as {{wp|Japanese wordplay#Goroawase|goroawase}} for 強い ''tsuyoi'', meaning "powerful".
* Raihan and his {{tc|Gym Trainer}}s' uniforms resemble [[Lance]]'s outfit from {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
* Raihan and his {{tc|Gym Trainer}}s' uniforms resemble [[Lance]]'s outfit from {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
** The [[JN012|anime]] references this by having Lance reveal that his outfit was based on said uniforms.
** The [[JN012|anime]] references this by having Lance reveal that his outfit was based on said uniforms.
* Raihan is one of three [[Gym Leader]]s that are battled together in a [[Double Battle]] for a [[Gym]] [[Badge]], the other two being [[Tate and Liza]].
* Raihan is the first [[Gym Leader]] since [[Tate and Liza]] to be battled in a [[Double Battle]] for a [[Gym]] [[Badge]], being followed by [[Ryme]].
* When Raihan's [[Rotom Phone]] takes a picture of him during his [[Gigantamax]] animation, the photo's background will be of Hammerlocke Stadium even if the battle is elsewhere, such as [[Wyndon Stadium]].
* Raihan's name change in the German, Spanish, French, and Portuguese localizations of Pokémon material caused a naming conflict with [[Roy]], one of the protagonists of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''. As a result, the latter has his name changed for the anime's localizations in those languages.
* Raihan is the only Gym Leader in {{g|Sword and Shield}} whose signature Pokémon is an unevolved Pokémon as of [[Generation IX]].


==Names==
==Names==
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| Japanese
| Japanese
| キバナ ''Kibana''
| キバナ ''Kibana''
| From 黄花藤 ''kibanafuji'' ({{wp|Laburnum anagyroides|common laburnum}}), may also incorporate 牙 ''kiba'' (tusk, fang)
| From 黄花藤 ''kibanafuji'' ({{wp|Laburnum anagyroides|common laburnum}}) and possibly 牙 ''kiba'' (fang)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English
| English
| Raihan
| Raihan
| From ''golden rain'' and ''golden chain'' (names for the common laburnum)
| From ريحان ''rayḥān'' (Arabic for {{wp|basil}}, a plant sometimes referred to as the "royal herb"), and possibly ''golden rain'' and ''golden chain'' (names for the common laburnum)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German, Spanish, French,<br>Brazilian Portuguese
| German, Spanish, French,<br>Brazilian Portuguese
| Roy
| Roy
| From ''Laburnum anagyroides'' (scientific name of the common laburnum). Also, Roy means ''King'' in french.
| From ''Laburnum anagyroides'' (scientific name of the common laburnum) and possibly ''roy'' (Middle French for king)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Italian
| Italian
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| 奇巴納 ''Kèihbānaahp''
| 奇巴納 ''Kèihbānaahp''
|}
|}
==Related articles==
* [[a:Category:Raihan|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]
==References==
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Raihan
キバナ Kibana
"The tamer of dragons!"
Sword Shield Raihan.png
Artwork from Sword and Shield by take[1]
Age Unknown
Gender Male
Eye color Teal
Hair color Black
Hometown Hammerlocke
Region Galar
Trainer class Gym Leader
Generation VIII, IX
Counterpart(s) Raihan (Masters)
Games Sword and Shield, Masters EX, UNITE
English voice actor Mike Dent[2] (Masters EX)
Japanese voice actor Kousuke Toriumi[3] (Masters EX)
Member of Galar League
Rank Gym Leader
Leader of Hammerlocke Stadium
Badge Dragon Badge
Specializes in Dragon-types
Anime series Pokémon the Series
Pokémon: Twilight Wings
Debut Toughing It Out! (Series)
Early-Evening Waves (Twilight Wings)
English voice actor Danny Kramer (Series)
Nazeeh Tarsha (Twilight Wings)
Japanese voice actor Tatsuhisa Suzuki (JN027-JN045; Series)
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (JN082-present; Series)
Kousuke Toriumi (Twilight Wings)
Manga series Pokémon Adventures
Pokémon Journeys: The Series
Debut Gulp Gulp!! Pokémon (Adventures)
Toughing It Out! (Journeys)

Raihan (Japanese: キバナ Kibana) is the Gym Leader of Hammerlocke's Gym, known officially as Hammerlocke Stadium. He specializes in Dragon-type Pokémon. He gives the Dragon Badge to Trainers who defeat him. He's also well-known for utilizing weather tactics in his battles.

In the core series games

Raihan is the eighth and final Gym Leader of the Galar League, and he is recognized as the strongest Gym Leader in Galar. He is also a friend and rival of Champion Leon, and despite having a losing streak of 0 to 10 against him, he is the only person who has come close to beating him, having managed to knock out more of Leon's Pokémon than anyone else. He's said to be strong enough to become a Champion if he moved to another region, but has refused to do so out of desire of wanting to defeat Leon. He is often seen taking selfies on his Rotom Phone, a habit he initially picked up to remind him of the pain of defeat, but one which eventually spread to other parts of his lifestyle. Outside of training his Pokémon, his hobbies include fashion and cultivating his social media presence.[4]

While Raihan specializes in the Dragon type, he will often use Pokémon of other types to set up weather conditions such as sandstorm and harsh sunlight. Uniquely amongst Galar's Gyms, Raihan's Gym also heavily focuses on Double Battles.

In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Raihan first appears during the game's opening cut-scene, having an exhibition match with Leon. The player first meets Raihan in Hammerlocke to get his permission to visit the local vault, which contains tapestries about Galar's history. Once the player has earned seven Gym Badges, they challenge and defeat Raihan. Immediately afterwards, Raihan is also challenged and beaten by Hop. The player rematches Raihan in the Champion Cup in Wyndon and beats him once again. When Rose starts the Darkest Day, Raihan organizes the evacuation of Hammerlocke to keep people safe from the event.

After Raihan's initial defeat, the player is awarded with the Dragon Badge, TM99 (Breaking Swipe), and the Dragon Uniform.

During the post-game, Raihan helps the player, Hop, and Piers in defeating a group of Dynamax Pokémon let loose at the Hammerlocke Stadium by Sordward and Shielbert. During this encounter, Raihan admits that Piers managed to give him a tough challenge in the Champion Cup, despite his refusal to use Dynamax, and suggests that they should have a battle where neither of them uses it.

League Cards

This is a transcript of the back of Raihan's League Cards in Pokémon Sword and Shield.

Normal League Card
"Raihan is commonly regarded as the most skilled Gym Leader in the Galar region. He has striven for victory in every environment, and as a result, he has adopted a battle style where he utilizes weather effects to their fullest. It is rumored that he could easily become another region's Champion should he choose to move, but it seems that to Raihan, defeating Leon is much more important. His uploaded selfies are quite popular. Occasionally he'll post a photo that only shows a sandstorm."
Rare League Card
"Raihan started taking selfies so as to never forget the pain of his defeats, but more recently he has been taking photos showing off his training routine, his fashion choices, and the like, causing some fans to leave harsh comments whenever he loses to Leon. It's true that Raihan is on a ten-nil losing streak against Leon, but no other Pokémon Trainer has managed to KO as many of Leon's Pokémon as Raihan has. Raihan no doubt looks forward to taking a selfie after finally defeating Leon."

Pokémon

Raihan keeps his Pokémon in Ultra Balls.

Pokémon Sword and Shield

In all battles, Raihan will Gigantamax his Duraludon at the first opportunity.

Gym battle

This battle is a Double Battle.



Second battle



Champion tournaments



Galarian Star Tournament



In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Raihan (Masters)

Raihan forms a sync pair with Duraludon, Flygon, and Gigalith in Pokémon Masters EX. His Flygon is capable of Dynamaxing. Raihan became a playable sync pair on April 28, 2021.

Raihan has also made notable appearances in the game's Main Stories, Legendary Adventures and the Villain Arc.

Sync Dex Trainer NDex Pokémon Type Weakness Role Base Potential Availability
#123 VSRaihan Masters.png Raihan #0884 MastersIcon0884.png Duraludon♂
Steel
SteelIC Masters.png 		Fighting
FightingIC Masters.png 		Masters Special Strike.png ★★★★★☆EX Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout
#123 VSRaihan Anniversary 2022 Masters.png Anniversary 2022
Raihan 		#0330 MastersIcon0330.png Flygon♂ Dynamax icon.png
Dragon
DragonIC Masters.png 		Fairy
FairyIC Masters.png 		Masters Tech.png ★★★★★☆EX Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout
#123 VSRaihan Masters.png Raihan #0526 MastersIcon0526.png Gigalith♂
Rock
RockIC Masters.png 		Water
WaterIC Masters.png 		Masters Support.png ★★★★☆☆EX Trainer Lodge Friendship Level 100

Pokémon UNITE

Raihan and his Duraludon appear in Pokémon UNITE as an enemy Trainer to fight during the Legacy Trainer Showdown event between September 9, 2022 and October 6, 2022. It took place on Theia Sky Ruins. The other members of his team are Cynthia, Korrina, Leon, and Green. The event later returned between April 21, 2023 and May 21, 2023.

Raihan and his Duraludon also appear as an enemy Trainer in the recurring Solo Challenge event. It also takes place on Theia Sky Ruins. This event has Casual, Intermediate, Expert, and Extreme difficulties. The composition of the opposing team varies depending on the event and the difficulty. The full team consists of himself, Cynthia, Korrina, Leon, and Green. In Cynthia themed events, Raihan and the other non-Cynthia members do not appear in the Casual difficulty, being replaced by Ace Trainers. On the Intermediate difficulty, only Leon and Green are replaced by Ace Trainers. In Leon themed events, Raihan and the other non-Leon members do not appear in the Casual difficulty, being replaced by Ace Trainers. On the Intermediate difficulty, only Cynthia and Green are replaced by Ace Trainers. In this mode, Raihan and his Duraludon never use Holowear.

Unlike other Trainers in this game, Raihan and the non-Ace Trainer members of his team are represented with two-dimensional artwork instead of three-dimensional models. In the pre-battle splash screen, Raihan has a custom Unite Snapshot depicting him and his Duraludon with two dimensional artwork. (The normal display of the Unite License/Holowear is not used.)

Gallery

Artwork

Raihan SwSh concept art.jpg
Concept art from Sword and Shield

Sprites

GST Raihan icon.png
Icon from the
Galarian Star Tournament menu

League Cards

League Card Raihan.png League Card Raihan rare.png
Raihan's League Card in
Sword and Shield 		Raihan's rare League Card in
Sword and Shield

Quotes

Main article: Raihan/Quotes

In the anime

Main series

Raihan in the anime

Prior to his introduction to the series, Raihan entered the current World Coronation Series competition just to challenge Leon. During the current season, Raihan was skilled enough to grow rapidly in his rank, soon entering the Master Class.

Raihan debuted in Toughing It Out!, where he had a battle against Leon during the World Coronation Series in Wyndon. His Duraludon battled Leon's Charizard, only to be defeated after a tough battle between the two Trainers. After Leon's victory, Raihan reiterated his goal to defeat him.

Raihan reappeared in a flashback in Sword and Shield, Slumbering Weald!.

In Sword and Shield: "From Here to Eternatus!", Raihan helped Sonia against a group of Macro Cosmos employees who had accosted her outside the Energy Plant and Hammerlocke Stadium. In the following episode, he easily defeated them and then left Sonia so he could take care of rampaging Dynamax Pokémon in the area. After Goh caught Eternatus and the Darkest Day ended, he and Duraludon were seen looking on as the Kommo-o they were battling reverted back to its normal state.

Raihan made a cameo appearance at the end of Ultra Exciting from the Shocking Start! while watching Ash's World Coronation Series match against Volkner.

In The Sweet Taste of Battle!, Raihan met Ash and Goh when they all visited Ballonlea for Opal's All-Alcremie Decoration Challenge. He was reluctant to participate, but did so anyway as Opal refused to let him just walk away. However, Raihan's cake ultimately lost to Ash's. He then stayed to watch the battle between Ash and Opal. After the battle, Raihan participated in eating the cakes decorated during the contest, finding Ash's cake very tasty.

Raihan appeared in a fantasy in Battling Turned Up to Eleven!, along with other Masters Eight Trainers.

In Big Brother to the Rescue!, Ash got notified that his next match would be up against Raihan. In Catching the Aura of Fate!, Raihan noted his surprise that Ash had climbed through the ranks so quickly and began training for the match, declaring his intention to be the one to defeat Leon.

Ash and Raihan battled at the Hammerlocke Stadium in Aim For The Eight!. Utilizing his weather strategies, Raihan quickly started to overwhelm Ash. However, Raihan was ultimately defeated, causing his and Ash's ranks to swap places and Ash rising to the Master Class. Raihan took a commemorative photo with Ash and told him to not lose until he'd get a chance to defeat him and Leon.

In A Flood of Torrential Gains!, Raihan watched Ash's match against Leon.

Raihan and Leon

Character

Like his game counterpart, Raihan has a strong rivalry with Leon, and it is the real reason he entered the World Coronation Series. As expected of a Masters Eight member, Raihan is an exceptional Trainer, being able to enter the Master Class shortly after the current season of the competition begins and is strong enough to knock out several Pokémon from Rose's associates with a single move.

Raihan is also very flirtatious, as seen when he defended Sonia from Rose's associates, during which he called her a "beautiful woman". After fending off Rose's crew, Raihan remarked that he would have asked Sonia out on a date if the circumstances weren't critical and also referred to her as a "lovely lady". This attitude of Raihan over time proved to be a disguise for his real feelings, so Raihan after being defeated by Leon started taking selfies to portray his true emotions.

Pokémon

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

On hand
Raihan's Duraludon

Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon is Raihan's first known Pokémon, as well as his ace. It is capable of Gigantamaxing. Raihan used it in his battle against Leon, where it went up against Charizard, only to be defeated.

In Sword and Shield... The Legends Awaken!, Raihan used Duraludon to defeat the Pokémon of Oleana's subordinate and other Macro Cosmos employees. Later, after the Darkest Day ended, Duraludon was seen battling a Dynamaxed Kommo-o.

In Aim For The Eight!, Duraludon was the final Pokémon used in Raihan's World Coronation Series match against Ash, where it went up against Lucario. Despite its powerful Max Moves, Duraludon was defeated by Lucario's giant Aura Sphere.

Duraludon's known moves are Metal Claw, Iron Defense, Stone Edge, Steel Beam, and Breaking Swipe.
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use Max Rockfall, Max Steelspike, and G-Max Depletion.

Debut Toughing It Out!
Voice actors
Japanese Yūichi Nakamura
English Billy Kametz (JN027-JN045)
Raihan's Flygon
Flygon
Flygon is Raihan's second known Pokémon. It was the first Pokémon that Raihan used in his World Coronation Series match against Ash, where it went up against his Dragonite and won, before losing to Gigantamax Gengar.

Flygon's known moves are Dragon Claw, Steel Wing, Sandstorm, and Crunch.

Debut Aim For The Eight!
Raihan's Goodra
Goodra
Goodra is Raihan's third known Pokémon. It was the second Pokémon that Raihan used in his World Coronation Series match against Ash, where it went up against his Gigantamax Gengar. The confrontation between the two Pokémon eventually led to a double knockout.

Goodra's known moves are Rain Dance, Thunder, Surf, and Hydro Pump.

Debut Aim For The Eight!
Temporary
Raihan's Alcremie
Alcremie ♀
Raihan borrowed an Alcremie from Opal to take part in the All-Alcremie Decoration Challenge.

None of Alcremie's moves are known.

Debut The Sweet Taste of Battle!
Voice actors
Japanese
English Ryan Bartley
Traveling with
Raihan Rotom Phone.png
Rotom Phone

Achievements

Raihan's profile in the World Coronation Series
World Coronation Series

Raihan has competed in the World Coronation Series. His rank and class are as follows:

Pokémon competitions

Voice actors

Language Voice actor
Japanese 鈴木達央 Tatsuhisa Suzuki (JN027-JN045)
松岡禎丞 Yoshitsugu Matsuoka (JN082-present)
English Danny Kramer
Czech Vojtěch Hájek
Finnish Oskari Tamminen
European French Marc Weiss
Indonesian Hardianto
Polish Jakub Molęda
Brazilian Portuguese Renan Freitas (JN027-JN045)
Gabriel Farias (JN082-present)
Spanish Latin America Abraham Vega
Spain Alejandro Méndez


Artwork

Raihan anime JN.png Raihan Duralodon Artwork.png Leon Raihan Artwork 1.png
Official artwork from
Pokémon Journeys: The Series 		Official artwork for
Pokémon Journeys: The Series 		Official artwork for
Pokémon Journeys: The Series
Leon Raihan Artwork 2.png Ash Leon Goh Raihan Artwork.png Raihan anime JN 2.png
Official artwork from
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Pokémon Journeys: The Series 		Official artwork for
Pokémon Journeys: The Series
Official artwork for
Pokémon Journeys: The Series 		Official artwork for
Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Pokémon: Twilight Wings

Raihan in Pokémon: Twilight Wings

In Early-Evening Waves, Raihan was briefly seen on a magazine cover. In Sky, he had a battle against Leon at Wyndon Stadium.

In The Gathering of Stars, Raihan was seen at Hammerlocke Stadium with his Flygon, receiving an invitation letter for the Galarian Star Tournament from Leon. He was later seen at Wyndon Stadium, walking out onto the field for the tournament's opening ceremony.

Pokémon

This listing is of Raihan's known Pokémon in Pokémon: Twilight Wings:

On hand
Raihan's Goodra
Goodra
Goodra was the first Pokémon used by Raihan during his battle against Leon. It went up against Leon's Aegislash, but it was unable to defeat it.

Goodra's known moves are Surf and Thunder.

Debut Sky
Voice actors
Japanese
English Allegra Clark
Raihan's Flygon
Flygon
Flygon was used during the battle between Leon and Raihan. It defeated Leon's Aegislash and then went up against his Dragapult. It reappeared in The Gathering of Stars.

Flygon's known moves are Stone Edge and Draco Meteor.

Debut Sky
Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon was the last Pokémon used by Raihan during the battle. It went up against Leon's Gigantamax Charizard.

None of Duraludon's moves are known*.
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use Max Guard.

Debut Sky
Traveling with
Raihan Rotom Phone TW.png
Rotom Phone

Achievements

Pokémon competitions

GOTCHA!

Raihan briefly appeared in GOTCHA!.

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

Raihan in Pokémon Adventures

Raihan debuted in Gulp Gulp!! Pokémon. He was first seen at the gates of Hammerlocke, speculating on which Trainers would be able to earn the right to face him in the Gym Challenge. Later, in front of the Hammerlocke gate, Raihan met Henry Sword, who had come to see the vault. After a short battle that ended in Raihan's victory, Raihan took Henry to the vault, only for them to find Sonia under attack by a wild Oranguru. By teaming up, Raihan and Henry managed to calm Oranguru down.

In Stealth!! Infiltrate the Energy Plant, when large rumbling came from the Hammerlocke Energy Plant, Raihan had Leon and Sonia move citizens to safety while he went inside to investigate. There, he encountered Rose and Oleana, who admitted they were experimenting with Wishing Stars to find a new source of electricity and prevent an energy crisis a thousand years away. Raihan agreed to keep what he learned secret, but questioned Rose's real intentions, noting that the Wishing Stars Rose had looked like an offering to something.

In Grrr!! Noble Kidnappers, Raihan traveled to Spikemuth, where he met with Piers to discuss Rose's decision to disqualify Bede from the Gym Challenge. A loud sound coming from Route 9 Tunnel interrupted their conversation, and when Raihan and Piers went to investigate, they encountered a crashed Flying Taxi and Leon, who rescued the driver and the passenger, Sonia. While Raihan and Leon took the victims to a hospital in Hammerlocke, Piers was entrusted with a device Sonia meant for Casey Shield.

In Rumble!! The Horrific Darkest Day, the Gym Leaders gathered at Rose Tower to find out if Rose intended on bringing harm to Galar. Raihan met with Leon, Sonia, and Nessa in Hammerlocke. They planned to join the others in Wyndon, only for Rose to unleash Eternatus and restart the Darkest Day. Power Spot lights began appearing all over the region, causing Pokémon to start Dynamaxing at random. Raihan's group and Henry's group later reunited at the Energy Plant, where they found Rose ecstatic that his plan was a success.

In Shock!! Chairman Rose's Plan, Rose explained he meant no harm to Galar and sent Sordward and Shielbert to defeat Eternatus and prevent the Darkest Day from spiraling out of control. Despite their claims of being descendants of the heroes that once stopped the Darkest Day, Sordward and Shielbert were unable to win, forcing Rose to take their place. Oleana explained that Rose's actions were for the benefit of Galar and requested that everyone help stop Eternatus. The group agreed and made their way to the summit, where they found Rose had already been defeated. Raihan, Leon, Piers, Hop, Marnie, Nessa, and Melony managed to take Eternatus down, only for it to get back up and unleash its Eternamax form.

In PASS29, Eternatus quickly overwhelmed Raihan and the others, only for Zacian and Zamazenta to appear and assist in the battle against the Gigantic Pokémon. They attempted to wield the Rusted Sword and Shield, but the items and Henry were snatched out of the air by Eternatus. Zacian and Zamazenta struck Eternatus at the same time, creating a massive blast of light. By the time the light cleared, Henry, Zacian, Zamazenta, Eternatus had vanished. Raihan and everyone injured during the battle were taken to a hospital to recover from the effects of Eternatus's poison.

In PASS35, after taking special medicine, Raihan and the others began to recover from the effects of the poison.

Pokémon

On hand
Raihan's Duraludon

Raihan's Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon is Raihan's first known Pokémon. It was first seen with its Trainer as he wondered about the Trainers participating in the Gym Challenge. Later, he used it to battle Dynamax Pokémon that were rampaging due to the Darkest Day.

None of Duraludon's moves are known.*
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use G-Max Depletion.*

Debut Gulp Gulp!! Pokémon
Raihan's Sandaconda
Sandaconda
Sandaconda is Raihan's second known Pokémon. It was first used in Raihan's battle against Henry, where it emerged victorious.

Sandaconda's known moves are Sandstorm, Skull Bash, and Slam.

Debut Thump!! The Gazing Sage
Raihan's Goodra
Goodra
Goodra is Raihan's third known Pokémon. It was first used to help Raihan sneak into the Energy Plant.

None of Goodra's moves are known.

Debut Stealth!! Infiltrate the Energy Plant
Raihan's Flygon
Flygon
Flygon is Raihan's fourth known Pokémon. It was first used to help Raihan sneak into the Energy Plant. It was later used to battle Eternatus on the Tower Summit.

Flygon's only known move is Dragon Rush.

Debut Stealth!! Infiltrate the Energy Plant
Borrowed
Leon's Charizard
Charizard
Main article: Leon's Charizard

Charizard is one of Leon's Pokémon. Raihan borrowed it to transport an injured Cabbie to a hospital in Hammerlocke.

Debut Crackle!! Practice Battle
Traveling with
479Rotom-Phone.png
Rotom Phone

Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Raihan in Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Raihan appeared in Toughing It Out!, where Raihan battled Leon for the title of Monarch in the World Coronation Series. Just like in the anime, he was defeated after an intense battle.

Pokémon

This listing is of Raihan's known Pokémon in the Pokémon Journeys: The Series manga:

Raihan's Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon ↔ Gigantamax Duraludon
Duraludon is Raihan's only known Pokémon, as well as his ace. It is capable of Gigantamaxing. Raihan used it in his battle against Leon, where it went up against Charizard, only to be defeated.

Duraludon's known moves are Metal Claw, Stone Edge, and Steel Beam.
As a Gigantamax Duraludon, it can use Max Rockfall and Max Steelspike.

Debut Toughing It Out!

In the TCG

This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Raihan in the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Raihan's Pokémon
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 #
DuraludonV Dragon Evolving Skies Rare Ultra 198/203 Skyscraping Perfection SR 076/067
DuraludonVMAX Dragon Silver Tempest TGV TG21/TG30 VMAX Climax CSR 253/184
Other related cards
Card Type English
Expansion 		Rarity # Japanese
Expansion 		Rarity #
Raihan Su Evolving Skies Uncommon 152/203 Skyscraping Perfection U 063/067
Evolving Skies Rare Ultra 202/203 Skyscraping Perfection SR 077/067
Evolving Skies Rare Rainbow 224/203 Skyscraping Perfection HR 084/067
      VMAX Climax   150/184
      S-P Promotional cards   264/S-P
Silver Tempest TGU TG27/TG30 VMAX Climax SR 259/184
      VSTAR Universe   151/172
Crown Zenith Rare Holo 140/159 S-P Promotional cards   228/S-P
Crown Zenith GGU GG65/GG70 VSTAR Universe SAR 237/172
 



Trivia

Raihan's Rotom Phone incorrectly showing Hammerlocke Stadium

Names

Language Name Origin
Japanese キバナ Kibana From 黄花藤 kibanafuji (common laburnum) and possibly 牙 kiba (fang)
English Raihan From ريحان rayḥān (Arabic for basil, a plant sometimes referred to as the "royal herb"), and possibly golden rain and golden chain (names for the common laburnum)
German, Spanish, French,
Brazilian Portuguese 		Roy From Laburnum anagyroides (scientific name of the common laburnum) and possibly roy (Middle French for king)
Italian Laburno From laburno (laburnum)
Korean 금랑 Geumrang From 금사슬나무 geumsaseunnamu and 노랑꽃등 norangkkotdeung (names for the common laburnum)
Chinese (Mandarin) 奇巴納 / 奇巴纳 Qíbānà Transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Cantonese) 奇巴納 Kèihbānaahp

Related articles

References

  1. ↑ Raihan (Evolving Skies 152)
  2. ↑ Mike Dent on Twitter
  3. ↑ Pokémon Masters Official Japanese profile on Twitter
  4. ↑ Sword and Shield official website
  5. ↑ Tweet about designing all of the Gym Leaders for Pokémon Sword & Shield


Gym Leaders of the Galar region
Turffield Stadium Grass Badge
GST Milo icon.png
Milo
Hulbury Stadium Water Badge
GST Nessa icon.png
Nessa
Motostoke Stadium Fire Badge
GST Kabu icon.png
Kabu
Stow-on-Side Stadium Fighting Badge
GST Bea icon.png GST Allister icon.png
Ghost Badge
Bea Allister
Ballonlea Stadium Fairy Badge
GST Opal icon.png GST Bede icon.png
Opal Bede
Circhester Stadium Rock Badge
GST Gordie icon.png GST Melony icon.png
Ice Badge
Gordie Melony
Spikemuth Gym Dark Badge
GST Piers icon.png GST Marnie icon.png
Piers Marnie
Hammerlocke Stadium Dragon Badge
GST Raihan icon.png
Raihan


Trainers in the World Coronation Series
Master Ball Master Ash • Leon • Cynthia • Diantha • Steven • Lance • Alain • Iris
Ultra Ball Ultra Raihan • Flint • Drasna • Volkner • Marnie • Bea
Great Ball Great Kricketina • Rinto • Dozer • Tony
Poké Ball Normal Korrina • Hayden • Visquez • Lob • Oliver


Anime characters
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Professors Professor Oak • Professor Ivy • Professor Elm • Professor Birch • Professor Rowan • Professor Carolina • Professor Juniper • Dr. Fennel • Cedric Juniper • Professor Sycamore • Professor Kukui • Professor Burnet • Professor Cerise • Professor Magnolia • Sonia • Professor Amaranth
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See also: Pokémon Horizons characters


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