Pokémon USUM: Hero Born of Darkness (book 1 of the HBoD series)
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Zeno, a teen on the run from his past life, finds his way to Alola in hopes of restarting his life as a regular Pokémon Trainer with his partner, Growlithe. However, no matter how hard he tries, he can't fully escape the darkness of his past.
His journey leads him to make friendships and experience the joys of being a trainer, but shadows loom over his future. As an ancient prophecy resurfaces, foretelling of the one who must rise to defeat the rising Shadow, several evil teams begin to prepare for their own endgames. Despite all this, one still wishes to reject his destiny as the Hero Born of Darkness.
Journey to Alola and witness a new tale unfold as one must discover his role in the events playing out before him. With his own demons to deal with, Zeno now has to shoulder the responsibility of being the hero. Alola can be fun and bright, full of joyful laughter, but darkness is on the horizon and this tropical region will never be the same again.
