Return to Malie City and head for Malie Garden, north from the Pokemon Centre. As soon you step foot inside, you should notice some commotion in front of the bridge up ahead. Approach to be dragged into a Pokemon battle with the boss of Team Skull.

Team Skull Boss Guzma¶

A Bug lover by the looks of it.

Golisopod is the evolved form of Wimpod and a menacing one to be sure. It’s weak to Electric, Flying and Rock-types, although the latter is not recommended.

Pokemon weak to Bug moves should beware as Golispod knows First Impression, a powerful move that goes first, but only works during the first turn. Drop the beastly bug to below half HP and Emergency Exit will trigger, making it switch out.

Ariados may be a familiar sight. The evolved form of Spinarak, this Pokemon is weak to Fire, Rock, Flying and Psychic-types.

Hold your own against Big Bad Guzma and Kukui will give you the Z-Crystal for your starter Pokemon: Decidium Z for Decidueye, Incinerium Z for Incineroar and Primarium Z for Primarina. This will transform your starter’s signature move into an exclusive Z-Move.

Having reported back to Kukui, you’ll be able to continue towards the next island trial. While you’re here though, exit Malie Garden, then re-enter. Towards the bridge area, you should spot a bunch of trainers. Time for a nostalgia overload–it’s the return of Nugget Bridge!

Rising Star Elijah¶

Two incredibly weak Bug Pokemon, but hey, it’s meant to be an authentic experience. What’s curious is that Weedle isn’t even in the Alola Pokedex, so these guys must have come from afar.

Lass Rika¶

Another pair of weak Pokemon, but both Pokemon not native to Alola. Which makes for an interesting sight, if not an interesting battle.

Youngster Tyler¶

The third trainer and still nothing to be afraid of. Enjoy the experience, rather than the challenge!

Lass Emmy¶

A repeat of the second Lass, but Pidgey is a Level higher. Back in the days, there weren’t a lot of Pokemon to choose from…

Rising Star Sean¶

At last, a Pokemon you can actually encounter in Alola. Although it’s still not a challenging foe in the slightest.

Smash the five trainers and you can claim your reward–a Big Nugget –from the Veteran at the end. Before you can leave though, you’ll be given an invitation you simply cannot refuse…

Veteran Don¶

These guys sure are adamant about adhering to the script. After Guzma, you shouldn’t even break a sweat.

That’s enough reminiscing for now; it’s time to look ahead to the future!