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Challenger registration is now open! Head to https://paxpokemonleague.net/west/ to make an account (or if you have a previous account, that works too!)
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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
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!
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!
