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Additionally, the description for {{m|Guardian of Alola}} will use their [[Pokémon category|category]] of '''Land Spirit Pokémon''' (Japanese: '''とちがみポケモン''' ''Land Spirit Pokémon'').
Additionally, the description for {{m|Guardian of Alola}} will use their [[Pokémon category|category]] of '''Land Spirit Pokémon''' (Japanese: '''とちがみポケモン''' ''Land Spirit Pokémon'').


==In the games==
==History==
The tapu debuted in [[Generation VII]] in {{g|Sun and Moon}}. They make home on each of the corresponding islands they are known to protect, having shrines built for them where the people of Alola may offer prayer. Each of these shrines are also known to be a symbolism of the journey of life. Tapu Koko's shrine is the [[Ruins of Conflict]], where life is tested; Tapu Lele's is the [[Ruins of Life]], where life is born; Tapu Bulu's is the [[Ruins of Abundance]], where life grows; and Tapu Fini's is the [[Ruins of Hope]], where life ends. Many decorations and honoring are made for each of the guardians, and can be found throughout the region, examples being the many {{wp|tiki}} statues found throughout [[Mahalo Trail]], as well as the [[Strange Souvenir]] item that made its debut in {{g|X and Y}}. The [[island kahuna]]s, who are often chosen by the tapu, are known to serve and fight alongside the them when necessary. According to [[Olivia]], the kahuna of Akala Island, most normal Pokémon typically avoid the guardians unless they're strong enough to face them on their own. The guardian deities, while known for being protective of their land, people and Pokémon, they can be quite destructive when angered. Threatening island life on the Alolan Islands in any way, such as harming Pokémon or nature could bring wrath the people or Pokémon involved.
The tapu debuted in [[Generation VII]] in {{g|Sun and Moon}}. They make home on each of the corresponding islands they are known to protect, having shrines built for them where the people of Alola may offer prayer. Each of these shrines are also known to be a symbolism of the journey of life. Tapu Koko's shrine is the [[Ruins of Conflict]], where life is tested; Tapu Lele's is the [[Ruins of Life]], where life is born; Tapu Bulu's is the [[Ruins of Abundance]], where life grows; and Tapu Fini's is the [[Ruins of Hope]], where life ends. Many decorations and honoring are made for each of the guardians, and can be found throughout the region, examples being the many {{wp|tiki}} statues found throughout [[Mahalo Trail]], as well as the [[Strange Souvenir]] item that made its debut in {{g|X and Y}}. The [[island kahuna]]s, who are often chosen by the tapu, are known to serve and fight alongside the them when necessary. According to [[Olivia]], the kahuna of Akala Island, most normal Pokémon typically avoid the guardians unless they're strong enough to face them on their own. The guardian deities, while known for being protective of their land, people and Pokémon, they can be quite destructive when angered. Threatening island life on the Alolan Islands in any way, such as harming Pokémon or nature could bring wrath the people or Pokémon involved.


In [[Iki Town]], Tapu Koko is known to watch the battle at festivals that begin a Trainer's [[island challenge]]. Along with grand trials, these along with the festivals are offerings to the guardian deities.
In [[Iki Town]], Tapu Koko is known to watch the battle at festivals that begin a Trainer's [[island challenge]]. Along with grand trials, these along with the festivals are offerings to the guardian deities.


The stamps used to mark a Trainer's success at their grand trial is in the shape of that island's guardian. Additionally, each tapu appears as their own stamp for their individual island [[Pokédex]]es
The stamps used to mark a Trainer's success at their grand trial is in the shape of that island's guardian. Additionally, each tapu appears as their own stamp for their individual island [[Pokédex]]es[[File:Tapus and Nebby.png|thumb|right|The guardian deities and [[Nebby]] in the anime]]
 
===History===
[[File:Tapus and Nebby.png|thumb|right|The guardian deities and [[Nebby]] in the anime]]
According to the legends of [[Alola]], the guardian deities serve as protectors of the island each resides in. They also served as leaders of the armies for each of the island's kings. Using their [[Z-Power]] in these battles would cause great destruction to the islands, and thus they stopped being involved in human affairs. However, they occasionally fight to see who is the strongest amongst themselves, which led to the creation of the [[Battle Royal]] format. The deities will fiercely fight against intruders and harmful bodies in order to protect their islands from invaders, as evidenced by when [[Ultra Beast]] appear in Alola. The tapu not only choose the [[island kahuna|kahuna]] of their respective island, but are also the ones to provide them with [[Sparkling Stone]]s which can then be turned into [[Z-Ring]]s or [[Z-Power Ring]]s. The reason for this is unknown outside the two groups.
According to the legends of [[Alola]], the guardian deities serve as protectors of the island each resides in. They also served as leaders of the armies for each of the island's kings. Using their [[Z-Power]] in these battles would cause great destruction to the islands, and thus they stopped being involved in human affairs. However, they occasionally fight to see who is the strongest amongst themselves, which led to the creation of the [[Battle Royal]] format. The deities will fiercely fight against intruders and harmful bodies in order to protect their islands from invaders, as evidenced by when [[Ultra Beast]] appear in Alola. The tapu not only choose the [[island kahuna|kahuna]] of their respective island, but are also the ones to provide them with [[Sparkling Stone]]s which can then be turned into [[Z-Ring]]s or [[Z-Power Ring]]s. The reason for this is unknown outside the two groups.


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In more recent history, Tapu Bulu has gotten upset at the land development and modernization of [[Tapu Village]] being built on top of sacred land, causing it to destroy it in a fit or rage, resulting in only a [[Pokémon Center]]. The nearby [[Thrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site)|Thrifty Megamart]] has become a trial site. Many of these trial sites the guardians' favorite places and are guarded by the [[Totem Pokémon]]. [[Mount Lanakila]] is also considered a sacred area of the guardian deities, and that Alola's [[Pokémon League (Alola)|Pokémon League]] was built in respect to have battles dedicated to the Pokémon.
In more recent history, Tapu Bulu has gotten upset at the land development and modernization of [[Tapu Village]] being built on top of sacred land, causing it to destroy it in a fit or rage, resulting in only a [[Pokémon Center]]. The nearby [[Thrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site)|Thrifty Megamart]] has become a trial site. Many of these trial sites the guardians' favorite places and are guarded by the [[Totem Pokémon]]. [[Mount Lanakila]] is also considered a sacred area of the guardian deities, and that Alola's [[Pokémon League (Alola)|Pokémon League]] was built in respect to have battles dedicated to the Pokémon.
In {{g|Sun and Moon}}, Tapu Koko plays the largest role within the games' storyline, appearing before the {{player}} picks their [[first partner Pokémon]] to save them after they fall from a broken bridge with [[Nebby]] in tow. Tapu Koko, in recognition of the player's bravery, gives the player a [[Sparkling Stone]], which is later refined by [[Hala]] into a [[Z-Ring]]. Tapu Koko later appears to defend Melemele Island against the then-unidentified [[Ultra Beast]] {{p|Buzzwole}}{{sup/7|S}}/{{p|Pheromosa}}{{sup/7|M}} alongside Hala. After becoming {{pkmn|Champion}}, the player and [[Lillie]] visit Tapu Koko at the [[Ruins of Conflict]] to give thanks to it, after which the player {{pkmn|battle}}s it. The player can choose to lose, win, run or catch Tapu Koko, with different dialogue depending on the outcome. Regardless of outcome, they will receive a [[Tapunium Z]].
The guardian deities play a near-identical role in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}} as they did in Sun and Moon. However, instead of defending against Buzzwole or Pheromosa, Tapu Koko comes to battle {{p|Blacephalon}}{{sup/7|US}}/{{p|Stakataka}}{{sup/7|UM}}, and Hala allows [[Hau]] to serve as the guardian's partner. Tapu Koko is not battled during the festival in [[Iki Town]] after the player becomes champion. All four guardian deities can be approached in their respective ruins after the credits. After catching or defeating their first deity, the player receives a Tapunium Z.
Tapu Fini, while not physically seen, plays a small role in the story as well, granting [[Hapu]] the title of [[island kahuna]] after her grandfather, the previous kahuna, passed away. Afterwards, the player and Lillie go to the [[Ruins of Hope]] to see Tapu Fini, hopes of finding an answer to help [[Nebby]].
The other three tapu are seen heading towards their own islands with the same Ultra Beast invasion during the games' climax, most notably Tapu Fini and Tapu Lele. In Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, after {{ga|Necrozma}} has opened [[Ultra Wormhole]]s, the Tapu are seen headed towards their respective islands in protection against threat with each kahuna being seen at each of the guardian deities' shrines during the sequence, implying they have fought alongside them as Hau and Hala do with Tapu Koko. The player can battle and catch the remaining guardian deities (and Tapu Koko if they failed) after the [[credits]] roll.
If Tapu Bulu is in the player's party, the Pokémon can be interviewed by a {{tc|Reporter}}, who is interested in the destruction of Tapu Village.
In [[The Crown Tundra]] DLC [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass|expansion]] of {{g|Sword and Shield}}, the guardian deities can be found in the [[Max Lair]] during [[Dynamax Adventure]]s, having come through an Ultra Wormhole created by a member of the [[light trio]]. The result has ended with them [[Dynamax]]ing.


==Similar movesets==
==Similar movesets==
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==Base stat comparison==
==Base stat comparison==
{{quartetstats|alola|0785|Tapu Koko|electric|70|115|85|95|75|130|0786|Tapu Lele|psychic|70|85|75|130|115|95|0787|Tapu Bulu|grass|70|130|115|85|95|75|0788|Tapu Fini|water|70|75|115|95|130|85}}
{{quartetstats|alola|0785|Tapu Koko|electric|70|115|85|95|75|130|0786|Tapu Lele|psychic|70|85|75|130|115|95|0787|Tapu Bulu|grass|70|130|115|85|95|75|0788|Tapu Fini|water|70|75|115|95|130|85}}
== In the games ==
=== Pokémon Sun and Moon ===
Tapu Koko plays the largest role within the games' storyline, appearing before the {{player}} picks their [[first partner Pokémon]] to save them after they fall from a broken bridge with [[Nebby]] in tow. Tapu Koko, in recognition of the player's bravery, gives the player a [[Sparkling Stone]], which is later refined by [[Hala]] into a [[Z-Ring]]. Tapu Koko later appears to defend Melemele Island against the then-unidentified [[Ultra Beast]] {{p|Buzzwole}}{{sup/7|S}}/{{p|Pheromosa}}{{sup/7|M}} alongside Hala. After becoming {{pkmn|Champion}}, the player and [[Lillie]] visit Tapu Koko at the [[Ruins of Conflict]] to give thanks to it, after which the player {{pkmn|battle}}s it. The player can choose to lose, win, run or catch Tapu Koko, with different dialogue depending on the outcome. Regardless of outcome, they will receive a [[Tapunium Z]].
=== Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon ===
The guardian deities play a near-identical role, however, instead of defending against Buzzwole or Pheromosa, Tapu Koko comes to battle {{p|Blacephalon}}{{sup/7|US}}/{{p|Stakataka}}{{sup/7|UM}}, and Hala allows [[Hau]] to serve as the guardian's partner. Tapu Koko is not battled during the festival in [[Iki Town]] after the player becomes champion. All four guardian deities can be approached in their respective ruins after the credits. After catching or defeating their first deity, the player receives a Tapunium Z.
Tapu Fini, while not physically seen, plays a small role in the story as well, granting [[Hapu]] the title of [[island kahuna]] after her grandfather, the previous kahuna, passed away. Afterwards, the player and Lillie go to the [[Ruins of Hope]] to see Tapu Fini, hopes of finding an answer to help [[Nebby]].
The other three tapu are seen heading towards their own islands with the same Ultra Beast invasion during the games' climax, most notably Tapu Fini and Tapu Lele. In Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, after {{ga|Necrozma}} has opened [[Ultra Wormhole]]s, the Tapu are seen headed towards their respective islands in protection against threat with each kahuna being seen at each of the guardian deities' shrines during the sequence, implying they have fought alongside them as Hau and Hala do with Tapu Koko. The player can battle and catch the remaining guardian deities (and Tapu Koko if they failed) after the [[credits]] roll.
If Tapu Bulu is in the player's party, the Pokémon can be interviewed by a {{tc|Reporter}}, who is interested in the destruction of Tapu Village.
=== Pokémon Sword and Shield ===
In [[The Crown Tundra]] DLC [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass|expansion]] of {{g|Sword and Shield}}, the guardian deities can be found in the [[Max Lair]] during [[Dynamax Adventure]]s, having come through an Ultra Wormhole created by a member of the [[light trio]]. The result has ended with them [[Dynamax]]ing.


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
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