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• Champion: Cliff, the Club Kid Professor!November 20, 2025

  Cliff, the Club Kid Professor

  

  Cliff has been a Pokémon Professor for a few years now and is always on top of his responsibilities. He helps new trainers, conducts research, and diligently works on his Pokédex. He’s not all work, though. At night, the lab coat comes off and the club clothes go on! You can find him dancing the night away, partying with his friends, and even taking on a battle or two.

  

  

  Keep up with Cliff’s tricky moves to claim the DiscoDex Emblem and become Champion of PPL Unplugged 2025!

• Ajax, the Game Corner Attendant!November 19, 2025

  Ajax, the Game Corner Attendant

  

  An employee at the Rocket Celadon Game Corner, Ajax keeps all of the games rigged working perfectly. He does this with the help of the Game Corner’s top prize, the virtual Pokémon Porygon. Ajax has a whole collection of Porygon that he brings to battle alongside some of his coworkers.

  

  Jackpot Badge

• Bruiser, the Poisoned Pugilist!November 18, 2025

  Bruiser, the Poisoned Pugilist

  

  Bruiser started their Pokémon journey as a Blackbelt, but fell into a life of crime. Together with their trusted Conkeldurr, they’ll use every dirty trick they know to win!

  

  Toxic Titan Badge

• Sean, the Three Strikes!November 17, 2025

  Sean, the Three Strikes

  

  Sean is a former baseball player from the Slowbro baseball team – a team that plays like the Pokémon that it’s named after.

  

  Three Strikes Badge

• Faegan, the Faux-Fairy Fanatic!November 16, 2025

  Faegan, the Faux-Fairy Fanatic

  

  Furious that his beloved Fairies are forced to hide their true natures, Faegan has gathered the best of his covert companions to show their strength, even if they have to masquerade as something else.

  

  Retcon Badge

• Introducing our first PPL Unplugged 2025 Leader, Astrolia, the Cosmic Baker!November 15, 2025

  Astrolia, the Cosmic Baker

  

  Astrolia has perfected their skills in sweet and savory baking techniques over the years. Collecting recipe cards from their fans all over the galaxy, they strive to make each day a little bit more delicious.

  

  Mystical Treats Badge

• PPL Aus 2025 Champion: Kaylah, the Pokémon Provisional Psychologist!October 8, 2025

  

  Kaylah is well on her way to becoming a full-fledged Psychologist, helping people and Pokémon manage their thoughts, feelings and behaviours. But there is one competency that Kaylah still needs to assess to complete her training – Pokémon battles! What better way to prove she is competent than to take on challengers of the PAX Pokémon League? After all, Psychologists need to be able to read people in the therapy room and on the battlefield.

  Regulate Kaylah’s psychics to earn the Mindfulness Badge!

  

• Hunter, the Ace Pilot!October 7, 2025

  

  Hunter always dreamed of flying. With this trusty biplane, he has travelled to the many regions of the world and met many people and Pokémon. With his feathered Pokémon, the sky is the limit, and he aims to put any trainers that challenge him into a tailspin! 

  Will you crash and burn or will you soar with the Pellipper and earn the Ace Badge?

  

• Cat, the Cynthia Superfan!October 6, 2025

  

  Do you hear the music? The piano crescendo that paves the way to the GREATEST CHAMPION EVER!

  Cat has been a superfan of Sinnoh’s #1 ice-cream lover ever since she saw her first Gible and follows her idol’s lead in how to dress and what Pokémon to train.

  Can you beat the Pokémon Cynthia has proven to be the best and earn the Sinnoh Badge?

  

• Ventus, the Master Transmuter!October 5, 2025

  

  Ventus views Pokémon battles as a careful experiment, using strategy and patience to “transmute” the battlefield in his favour. With a team of Dark, Poison, and Dragon types, he challenges trainers to think beyond raw power, testing their ability to adapt to status effects, hazards, and the unpredictable pace of Trick Room.

  Face the toxic tempest and rise victorious for the Dreadscale Badge!

  

• Onyx, the Haunting Traveller!October 4, 2025

  

  Onyx was born with a creepy face, and people bullied her for it. The bullying got so bad that she started wearing a mask to cover her face. However, when Onyx saw a Mimikyu for the first time, she found someone who knew her pain. That Mimikyu became her partner, and she built her team with other Pokémon who knew what it was like to be like her. Now Onyx is out to show the world that looks don’t mean everything.

  Out-scare Onyx’s creepy Pokémon to win the Horror Badge!

  

• Kurbio, the Fairytale Fanatic!October 3, 2025

  

  Kuribo never had many friends growing up, so he spent his time reading strange and even scary fairytales and living in imaginary worlds. But one day, he met a Mimikyu that shared his love of dark fairytales. Now, with his team of fairy Pokémon by his side, he doesn’t have to imagine anymore; he lives among his fairy friends and plays pranks on boring humans!

  Sort fact from fiction to win the Fable Badge!

  

• Ronny, the Reptilimon Ranger!October 2, 2025

  

  Ronny has always loved strong Pokémon his entire life. Growing up near the safari zone in Hoenn, he loved exploring the zone every chance he could to see if he could spot the strongest Pokémon around. He always saw these… scaly-looking Pokémon that always piqued his interest. When he was old enough, he went to see Professor Birch for his first-ever Pokémon partner. As soon as he saw Treecko, it was love at first sight. He loved the whole aesthetic of this Pokémon. Maybe he could find other Pokémon that exuded that same aura. Ronny with his ranger uniform and hat, set out on an epic journey to find the best… Reptilimons? In the land and let people know about how beautiful and strong these Pokémon are.

  Tame Ronny’s Reptilimons to win the Cold Blooded Badge!

  

• Officer Killipso, the Good Cop!October 1, 2025

  

  Officer Killipso is a respected Gym Leader and police officer known for his integrity and no-nonsense approach. He leads with his loyal Arcanine in fair, straightforward 6-on-6 singles battles. With a strong sense of justice, Killipso values discipline, strategy, and doing things by the book.

  Forged by Duty, Worn with Pride, be awarded with the Silver Shield Badge!

  

• Detective Shardstorm, the Bad Cop!September 30, 2025

  

  Jaded after years in the police force, Detective Shardstorm now relies on Dark-type Pokémon to get to the job done by any means necessary. He’s gained a reputation for breaking the rules, but leans into it to get results.

  Overcome Shardstorm’s grumpy persona to win the Ill-Tempered Badge!

  

• Spike, Purveyor of Prickly Pokémon!September 29, 2025

  

  Spike – owner of Spike’s Home for Prickly Pokémon – believes in the power of a nice hug, offering his open arms to the kind of Pokémon normally kept at a respectable distance. His tattered clothes and bandaged hands chronicle the life of a man who has found that a barbed exterior can often shelter the warmest of hearts. While what’s on the inside counts, he’s come to PAX to show off the formidable, polished protuberances of his precious pointed pals!

  Blast away Spike’s barbed battalion to win the Pointy Badge!

  

• Felix, the Purrfessional Defuser!September 28, 2025

  

  Felix is a master of controlled chaos — a calm, calculating trainer who thrives in high-stakes battles where one wrong move could spell disaster. His gym is a ticking puzzle box of flashing lights, booby-trapped tiles, distractions and decoys, all designed to test a challenger’s focus and patience. With his team Felix teaches that victory isn’t about brute force — it’s about timing, clever tactics, and staying cool when things are about to blow. Trainers who defuse his final strategy earn the Defuse Badge, a mark of level-headed thinking and explosive restraint.

  Disarm Felix’s explosive strategy to earn the Defuse Badge!

  

• Lily, the Leaping Leader!September 27, 2025

  

  One day, Lily hopped down from her pad to see what all this fuss was about this PAX Pokémon League. Upon seeing what it is, she no longer had to pond-er. She had to jump in and get toad-ally involved with her and her croaky friends for an unfrogettable PAX!

  Hop to it and catch the Leap Frog Badge!

  

• PROF. PINE WINS PAX WEST OMEGATHON!!!September 9, 2025

  YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

  

• Champion: Douglas, the Rising FistAugust 27, 2025

  Douglas, the Rising Fist

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  After taking a few years off to train, Douglas has returned to the PPL once again. With his partner Pokemon Lucario by his side, he is ready to give his all and provide challengers with a “mountain” to climb.

  

  Withstand Douglas’ fighting type pokemon to earn the Pugilist Emblem and earn your place in the Hall of Fame!

  

• Leader: MDLbuilderized and Mythic’s Shadow, the StorytellersAugust 26, 2025

  MDLbuilderized and Mythic’s Shadow, the Storytellers

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Multi

  In the stories, fairies and dragons are often on opposite sides. But MDLbuilderized and MythicShadow are bridging the gap between them to bring out their true powers. Can you end their story before it’s too late?

  

  Conclude your story with a triumph to earn the FairyTail Badge!

• Leaders: Khadgar, the Puzzlemaster and Vinny, the Time TravelerAugust 25, 2025

  Khadgar, the Puzzlemaster

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Gimmick

  Puzzlemaster Khadgar is not your standard gym leader. Instead of bringing your team to face him, he loans you his own team, and in order to beat him, you have to find the right way to use it.

  

  Solve the riddle to claim your Puzzle Badge!

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  Vinny, the Time Traveler

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Doubles

  Having traveled through Time and Darkness, an all-star team has emerged to take to the skies and defend the world from the planet’s paralysis! Can you defeat the all-stars and restore the flow of time?

  

  Brave through Time and Darkness to win the Sky Badge!

• Leaders: Tanner, The Move Maniac and Wilhelm, the Chaos AgentAugust 22, 2025

  Tanner, The Move Maniac

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Non-Battling

  A novice researching focusing on Pokémon moves, Tanner is working to identify all sorts of moves throughout Pokémon history – from common moves in high end battles, to moves that haven’t been witnessed in years.

  

  Identify Tanner’s moves to earn the Stats Badge!

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  Wilhelm, the Chaos Agent

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  Wilhelm has always been a gambler at heart, loving Game Corners the world over. But eventually, he found a trick to always win… cheating with his Pokémon! Of course, this got him banned from every Game Corner he entered. Now he’s come to the Pax Pokémon League, seeking the same adrenaline rush.

  

  Beat the odds to win the Roulette Badge!

• Leaders: Ibby, the Fastest Gym Leader Alive and Marissa, the Snap Specialist August 21, 2025

  Ibby, the Fastest Gym Leader Alive 

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Doubles

  Admiring the legendary Flash, Ibby always strived to be the fastest. After realizing that he could never truly become the fastest, he set out to create the fastest team of Pokemon.

  

  Twist the dimensions to win the Speed Badge!

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  Marissa, the Snap Specialist 

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Non – Battling

  Marissa is a passionate Pokemon photographer who captures the magic of wild Pokemon in their natural habitats. What started as a hobby quickly grew into a full-time adventure, as her photos gained attention fir their beauty and heart. Now at PAX West,she’s here to share that passion on snapshot at a time.

  

  Capture the best pictures to win the Snap Shot Badge!

• Leaders: TWO, The Troublesome Trickster and Scarlla, the Cute but Mighty Leader!August 20, 2025

  TWO, The Troublesome Trickster

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Doubles

  The thrill of the battle is what excites him the most; “This fool is an absolute joke”, my, my, how you boast! With a friendly smile, he’ll battle you with aplomb and glee, especially now with your pockets empty, items picked clean. “Only 3 moves per Pokémon, that’s my game…”, he insists, “…so prepare for a battle even YOU cannot resist!”

  

  Outsmart the trickster’s devious friends and the Sly Badge is yours!

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  Scarlla, the Cute but Mighty Leader

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  Scarlla grew up loving pokemon, but not knowing much about their battling prowess. She especially loved hanging out with her Tinkaton and playing games. Until one day someone challenged her to a battle. She lost her first battle, but gained a love for it and has been training hard ever since

  

  Handle the cuteness to win the Mighty Cute Badge!

• Leaders: Ivory, the Symphonic Composer and Sapheen, the Traveler Beyond Shadow and LightAugust 19, 2025

  Ivory, the Symphonic Composer

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Doubles

  Through the inspirations of Chopin and Beethoven, Ivory has trainer her through the are of music. With the help of her Pokemon, she’s able to create her own symphonic masterpieces. Listen closely as each Pokemon carries their own melody and watch as the symphony unfolds.

  

  Create your own melody to earn the Symphony Badge!

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  Sapheen, the Traveler Beyond Shadow and Light

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Doubles or Gimmick (Pokemon GO battles)

  Sapheen has traveled across the land, searching far and wide, collecting and befriending new and rare buddies along the way! Many of their companions been rescued from the clutches of Team GO Rocket. The ever-fascinating auras of both Shadow and Purified Pokémon have never ceased to amaze them! Honing each of their unique traits in battle, they pursue greater heights with each challenge faced.

  

  Use the Pokémon you’ve befriended with on your journey to win the GO!! Aura Badge!

• Leaders: Tali, the Beach Side Leader and Jose, the Night OwlAugust 18, 2025

  Tali, the Beach Side Leader

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  Looking for some SUN, SAND, and SURF? Well this won’t be a normal relaxing vacation spot! Come challenge Tali the beach side leader and test your skills against her tropical beach side team!     

  

  Watch out for my big dumb FISH and earn the Fish Badge!

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  Jose, the Night Owl

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  Jose takes pride in showing that Dark-type Pokémon are more misunderstood than menacing. While working the night shift, he uses his Pokémon to show that darkness is just another part of the world, not something to be feared. With a wink and a grin, he often jokes, “Don’t be afraid, they’re just silly little guys!”

  

  Overcome your fear of the dark to receive the Night Shift Badge!

• Leaders: Carter- the Pokemon Card Trader, and Cardman Caveman- The CardGame Leader!August 15, 2025

  Carter, the Pokemon Card Trader!

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  Carter has always had an eye for the exquisite. As a long-time card collector, he only recently realized that sometimes, under the right circumstances, his cards come to life…

  

  Open a pack and beat the pokemon that spring out of it to earn the Shiny Cardboard Badge!

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  Cardman Caveman, The CardGame Leader!

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Non- Battling (Pokemon TCG)

  Me Cardgame Caveman, 

  Me play cardgames.

  We play cardgames.

  You get badge.

  

  Defeat Cardman Caveman to earn the Card Cave Badge!

• Leaders: Blythe- the Wonderfully Joyful Soul, and Damekage- The Genetics Researcher!August 14, 2025

  Blythe, the Wonderfully Joyful Soul!

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  Blythe knows there are two sides to every coin – one cannot have shade without the sun, nor happiness without despair. They have found a fascination in the amazing pokemon that can manipulate and harness emotions to the benefit or detriment of itself and those around them. Emotions have never been more of a double edged sword.

  

  Keep your emotions in check to win the Heart-Rending Badge!

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  Damekage, The Genetics Researcher!

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  Shiny Pokemon are a rarity and a mystery; to better understand this phenomenon, Damekage has narrowed his research to understand the differences that appear in some Pokemon more commonly.

  

  A team that brings variation will earn you The Genetics Badge!

• Leaders: Professor Scrapwell- the Head of the Department of Artistic Discontinuity, and Braiden- the Dragon Master!August 13, 2025

  Professor Scrapwell, the Head of the Department of Artistic Discontinuity

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Non – Battling

  Professor Scrapwell is a chaotic scholar from the Institute of Artistic Discontinuity, specializing in visual errors and lost context. Clad in a coat stitched with paper fragments and scribbled diagrams, they treat every misprint or missing piece as a clue. To Scrapwell, disorder is data.

  

  Uncover what’s missing, misplaced, or misremembered to earn the Scrap Badge from Professor Scrapwell!

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  Braiden, the Dragon Master!

  

  BATTLE STYLE: Singles

  After training alongside a certain dragon loving friend and rival from the PAX Pokemon League East, Braiden has journeyed out to Seattle to hone his skills against the fierce challengers of the PAX Pokemon League West. Square up against Braiden’s fierce dragons and help him prepare for his fated rival rematch!

  

  Get the dragons to chill out to earn the Dragon Rage Badge!