Personality

Yeona is a literal puppy in more ways than one. She's always bouncing from person to person, eager to make friends! People joke that she knows everyone in Hau'oli City, but there's probably some actual truth in that statement. She's also super into skinship and will often be found draped over someone else. Because of her friendly nature, she prefers peace instead of fighting. 

It's no surprise that this social butterfly has nothing but energy to spare. All her energy is great for dancing, which is one of her passions in life. She's known for her quick movements and the amount of emotion she exhibits in the art. Ironically, her stamina kinda sucks and she's known to take naps on any surface. 

Regarding her flaws, Yeona keeps them locked up. Already viewing herself as a burden, she refuses to let anyone know her history. Unfortunately, this puts a certain distance between her and her friends. Yeona often wonders if all her connections are nothing but superficial. Sometimes her loneliness seems to be inherently part of her. Whether or not that's true is something she struggles with everyday.

Background

Growing up in Hau'oli City, Yeona lived a carefree existence. Her childhood was full of adventures, though they never extended past the beach. She dreamed of the day she could explore Alola, becoming someone worth remembering in the process. 

The Island Challenge allowed her to do that.

Spanning all four islands, the Challenge was a competition against several other teams. Eliminations would be held after every checkpoint, challenging people's battle technique and puzzle solving skills. Yeona was quick to join the challenge, alongside her best friend, Dorothy. With nothing but passion and excitement, the duo head off. They were some of the younger contestants, only being around 16 at that time.

It quickly becomes apparent that adventuring wasn't as easy as Yeona thought it would be. Sure, it was fun and Yeona's growing team would lead to friendships that she would always treasure. And exploring Alola was great! But all the injuries? Arguments? Yeona could've lived without those. Still, she perceived, even managing to evolve to everyone's excitement! It seemed like all their hard work would pay off! Finals was right in their reach!

And then they lost.

The reason for their lost was a silly mistake, one that Yeona completely blames on herself. And the fight she got into with her friends? Probably completely avoidable if she wasn't so dumb!

(Or so she tells herself)

Yeona returned to Hau'oli City to resume her studies, promising herself that adventuring and battling just wasn't the life for her. Despite her youth, she was content with pursuing other careers. However, she just isn't sure what that is. While she loves dancing, she's not sure she wants to make a career out of it, especially since she's a bit more wary about injuries these days. This uncertainty dampens her once carefree lifestyle quite considerably, though Yeona makes sure the public never sees any of that.

Then one day, she stumbles upon a bewildered Cosmog. Soon after that, a Popplio embarking on his own Island Challenge. Just like that, she's thrown back into the adventurer lifestyle.

Yeona swears she's just around to help with directions and refuses to take part in any battle if she has the option. Even so, she can't help but wonder if second chances do exist...