Is Galar After Alola?
The Galar region is indeed introduced after the Alola region in the Pokémon series, with Galar being the setting for the eighth generation of Pokémon games, Pokémon Sword and Shield, which followed the seventh generation games, Pokémon Sun and Moon, set in Alola. The Pokémon Company has confirmed the order of the regions, listing Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Galar, and Paldea as the nine regions in the core series, in order of appearance.
Understanding the Pokémon Regions
The Pokémon world is comprised of several distinct regions, each with its unique characteristics, Pokémon, and storylines, and understanding the sequence of these regions is essential for fans of the series.
FAQs About the Galar Region and Beyond
Below are some frequently asked questions that provide more insight into the Galar region, its place in the Pokémon timeline, and other related topics.
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What is the Galar region based on? The Galar region is based on the United Kingdom, with its landscape, architecture, and even the concept of its Gym Challenge mirroring aspects of British culture and geography.
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Is Alola and Galar the same? No, Alola and Galar are not the same; Alola is based on Hawaii, comprising several islands, while Galar is primarily a single landmass based on the UK.
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What generation is the Galar region in? The Galar region is part of the eighth generation of Pokémon games, specifically Pokémon Sword and Shield.
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What is the largest city in Galar? The largest city in the Galar region is Wyndon, which also serves as the de-facto capital and is known for its significant role in the region’s Pokémon League.
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Is Galar close to Kalos? According to dialogue in the games, Galar is within swimming distance of Kalos, indicating their proximity to each other.
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Has Ash gone to Galar? Yes, Ash Ketchum has traveled to the Galar region, participating in the Masters Eight tournament held in Wyndon Stadium, where he became the Monarch of the World Coronation Series.
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What happens to Ash after Alola? After Alola, Ash continues his Pokémon journey, traveling the world, meeting new Pokémon, and expanding his vision, as stated by Olivia.
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Is there an Alolan Pikachu? While there isn’t an Alolan Form of Pikachu itself, Pikachu can evolve into its Alolan Forms in Pokémon Sun and Moon, such as Raichu’s Alolan Form.
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What is Unova based on? The Unova region is based on the New York metropolitan area, marking the first time a Pokémon region was inspired by a location outside of Japan.
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Who is the female protagonist in Alola? The female protagonist in the Alola region is Selene (Moon), who, along with the male protagonist Elio, becomes the first champion of the Alola region.
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Is Ash 11 in Alola? Ash’s age is consistently depicted as 10 years old throughout the series, but if the series were to follow a real-time aging process, Ash would be around 12 years old during his adventures in Alola.
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What if Ash lost the Alola League? The storyline does not explicitly explore what would happen if Ash lost the Alola League, as the focus is on his victory and subsequent adventures.
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Will Ash return in Gen 9? While there were concerns about Ash’s future in the Pokémon anime, it has been confirmed that Ash will have a role, though the main protagonists of the new series based on Gen 9 are Liko and Roy.
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Which Pokémon did Ash not evolve? Ash has several Pokémon that he chose not to evolve, including Squirtle and Bulbasaur, though the reasons vary and are often based on the bond between Ash and his Pokémon.
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Is Pokémon replacing Ash? The Pokémon Company has announced a new anime series focusing on Liko and Roy, set in the Paldea region, which might mark a shift in the main characters, but Ash’s legacy and appearances in the Pokémon world will likely continue in some form, ensuring his impact on the series endures.