Akala Island lay east of Melemele Island, and its guardian deity was Tapu Lele.
Its Island Kahuna was Olivia, who excelled at raising Rock-type Pokémon.
The most striking geographical wonder on Akala Island was undoubtedly the towering Wela Volcano, which constantly billowed waves of heat.
Wela Volcano held an exalted place in the hearts of the locals, almost becoming a symbol of their faith.
Reverence for Wela Volcano was deeply rooted in local culture, forming an indispensable part of it.
Whenever people gathered to share a meal, they would invariably turn toward Wela Volcano and offer solemn, devout prayers.
This ritual expressed both their awe and gratitude toward Wela Volcano, as well as their heartfelt hopes for health, prosperity, and happiness.
Thanks to Wela Volcano's blessings, the soil on Akala Island was exceptionally fertile, nourishing an abundance of fresh, palatable grass.
This premium fodder provided ideal conditions for Pokémon to live and breed, while also greatly fueling the growth of the local livestock industry.
The ranch run by Kiawe's family had undoubtedly benefited enormously from this, earning such a strong reputation in the Alola Region that it was practically a household name.
Kiawe's family ranch supplied the vast majority of the dairy products consumed daily by residents of the Alola Region.
Nourished by high-quality fodder, the Pokémon on the ranch produced fresh milk with exceptional nutritional value and an unparalleled taste.
The ice cream made from that milk had an even more distinctive flavor and was truly outstanding.
When he had free time outside of school, Kiawe usually helped his family by riding Charizard to deliver fresh milk to residents scattered across the islands.
Thus, before heading to Akala Island, Bai Shi made a point of speaking with Kiawe.
Several days in advance, he told Kiawe that he would be