Kiawe (anime)

Kiawe is a main character appearing in the Sun & Moon series. He's one of Ash's classmates.

Appearance
Kiawe is a young, muscular, dark-skinned boy. He has orange and brown hair, in a style resembling fire. He wears red shorts with a black outline and sandals with the same color scheme. He wears no shirt, though he does have some black cloth strips on his shoulders bound to his necklace, which has a small badge and feather decorations. In addition, he wears a red Z-Ring.

In Getting a Jump on the Competition!, unlike Ash and the others who wear heavy winter attire, Kiawe's winter attire is similar to a casual outfit; a dark brown hoodie with a red trim and a red lining at the left side at the back of his hoodie. It was in the center, dark khaki pants with black folded sleeves and black and white sneakers.

As a member of the Ultra Guardians, Kiawe wears a red and white uniform with light red accents as the edge of his short sleeves, collar and inlines of his uniform are black. He also wears matching red gloves.

Personality
He likes -type Pokémon, due to his grandfather's request. Kiawe's family runs a farm on Akala Island, so he helps out there while also attending school. As the most senior in the class, Kiawe is a very serious person. When he is home he tends to be overprotective of his younger sister.

He's also serious when it goes to old traditions, especially with the Z-Ring and the Z-Crystals. When he first saw Ash with the Z-Ring, he showed signs of disapproval, since Ash got it without completing the challenges. When Ash misplaced a Z-Crystal, he became enraged and threatened to send his Turtonator at him.

It seems that Kiawe doesn't know how to interact with -type Pokémon, as he admits that he wasn't sure of how to deal with Popplio at first, having his sister play with it instead.

In SM042: Alola, Kanto!, after Ash introduces to them to both Brock and Misty, Kiawe is shown to be horrified and disdained when he encounters a Dugtrio from Kanto and compared it to the Alolan Dugtrio as he remarked the Kantonian Dugtrio has no sacred hair like the Alolan one. He also restrains his Alolan Marowak who creates a rivalry towards another Marowak from the Kanto region or causing mischief by throwing a Bonemerang on the wild Onix's head when Brock tries to calm it down. But on SM043: When Regions Collide!, Kiawe is shown to be very competitive when he challenges Brock into a real Gym battle at the Cerulean City Gym by using his Turtonator against his Steelix. But after being defeated by Brock and before departed in Alola, Kiawe develops a friendly rivalry with him.

Skills
Kiawe helps run his family's farm. His early-morning milk deliveries and daily farm chores make him a tireless, dedicated and strong-willed person. Working on the farm involves in him repairing things around the farm and caring for the Pokémon that live there. With his morning routine of delivering milk, Kiawe has grown a love for racing. Also, Kiawe does have cooking skills. Kiawe is very good at battling.

Rango and Sima
Kiawe admires his parents a lot and enjoys helping at the family farm as he helps take care of the Pokémon living there. Also, Kiawe likes that they support him no matter what, shown when he battled the president of rainbow happy resort, Viren, to save the family farm from being turned into a resort hotel.

Kiawe's Grandfather
Kiawe looks up to his grandfather as he was the Island Kahuna of Akala Island. Through his grandfather and encouragement, Kiawe become a Fire-Type Pokémon Trainer. Also, Kiawe's grandfather helped him learn how to fly his Charizard so he can use it when he got older which helped him a whole lot.

Mimo
Kiawe is very overprotective of his little sister as he worries for her safety. Whenever he sees Mimo or when she does something cute, Kiawe would blush for it and he even does it when he thinks about her. Kiawe would do anything to make Mimo happy.

Sophocles
Sophocles is Kiawe's best friend and one of his classmates at the Pokémon school. When Sophocles was having trouble perfecting his Z-Moves, Kiawe decided to help his best friend perfect his Z-Move and to build confidences in himself. Kiawe has Sophocles back and he also has his.

Lana
Kiawe is good friends with Lana as their also classmates at the Pokémon school. Also, Kiawe would help Lana out whenever she needed it. Kiawe does get annoyed with Lana's jokes.

Mallow
Kiawe and Mallow are both good friends and classmates at the Pokémon school. Also, Kiawe and Mallow share a common enjoyment of helping their families popular businesses.

Lillie
Lillie is one of Kiawe's good friends and one of his classmates at the Pokémon school. When Lillie and Gladion mother got kidnapped by an Ultra Beast, Kiawe and their other friends spring into action to help rescue their mother. Kiawe even assured her that he and their friends would always be there to help her out whenever she needed it.

Ash
Kiawe didn't take to Ash very well when they first met and when they became classmates at the Pokémon school. However, over time, Kiawe has grown to see Ash a close friend as they became training partners for Pokémon battles. Although, Kiawe and Ash have a little bit of a friendly rivalry with each other. Also, Kiawe has some admiration for Ash as he respects how he battles fair and square. Kiawe and Ash are there to help each other whenever they needed it. Kiawe does get annoyed with Ash's habits, sometimes.

Brock
Kiawe has great respect for Brock due to him being a former a Gym Leader. Also, Kiawe and Brock are very good friends even thou they have a friendly rivalry with each other.

Biography
When Kiawe was a child, his grandfather told how the flames themselves can also give light and life, and not just to destroy it. Per his wishes, Kiawe decided to become a Fire-type Pokémon user and to respect the Wela Volcano. Kiawe and his family attended the Wela Fire Festival and watched as the grandfather crowned the trainers' Pokémon. In addition, Kiawe's grandfather told his grandson one should pay attention to their opponents and have some knowledge of them. This motivated Kiawe to be as strong as his grandfather. One day, Kiawe and his friends found a shovel on the beach. Despite his friends' warnings, Kiawe touched the shovel and got possessed by it. His friends fled, leaving Kiawe to assimilate sand for the Pokémon Sandygast. Also, growing up, Kiawe would go ride on Charizard with his grandfather so he can learn on how to ride it when he got older.

Kiawe undertook the Grand Trial as a Single Battle on Akala Island, where he obtained the Z-Ring. After the Trial was over, Kiawe was surprised to see that Olivia hugged his Turtonator, and even managed to befriend it, who normally was nervous around people.

Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon
Kiawe was riding his Charizard towards the Pokémon School. Ash noticed them and followed them to the school. Eventually, he confronted Team Skull grunts, who were annoyed Kiawe blocked their path Kiawe made them mad by stating they were the ones blocking the road, so the grunts sent their Pokémon to battle Kiawe. Ash ran towards Kiawe, stating how wrong it was for the grunts to group up against Kiawe. Kiawe refused Ash's help, who still went to join in the battle. Kiawe sent his Turtonator, while Ash his Pikachu. Kiawe's Turtonator defended itself from Team Skull's Zubat and Yungoos, who used Bite and Leech Life, then had its spikes on its back explode, dealing a lot of damage to the enemy. Kiawe also activated the Z-Ring, having his Turtonator use Inferno Overdrive, which defeated Team Skull's Pokémon and forced the grunts to retreat.

Before the class began, Kiawe arrived with a delivery from Ula'ula Island. He knew it was quite far, but he trusted his Charizard to endure that trip. Once Ash arrived, Kiawe and the others heard his story how Tapu Koko visited him and gave him the Z-Ring. Sophocles recalled Kiawe obtained his after he completed the challenge on Ula'ula Island. Kiawe pointed out Ash couldn't simply use a Z-Move, for he had to synchronize his feelings with his Pokémon first, and should have a consideration of world. Ash didn't fully understand his words, but decided to treasure the Z-Ring as long as he had. After school was over, Kiawe hung out with his friends, as they were preparing a surprise party for Ash. The following day, the group welcomed Ash for his surprise party. Once Ash went through some trials, he and Kiawe had a race on Tauros. Kiawe won, though he praised Ash for his effort. After a series of challenges, just as Professor Kukui was to challenge Ash, Tapu Koko came and snatched Ash's hat. The group went after Ash and saw as he battled Tapu Koko and triggered his Z-Ring to use Gigavolt Havoc. After the battle was over, Ash decided to take on the Island Challenge. Kiawe had some doubts about that, but was forced to pledge his support for Ash.

Once Ash obtained the Rotom Pokédex, Kiawe was amazed by the device. Along with his friends, Kiawe went with Ash, who wanted to catch some Alola Pokémon. Kiawe watched as Ash's Pikachu battled Mimikyu, as well as how Team Rocket appeared to steal their Pokémon and were dragged by a Bewear. Ash's Pikachu was hurt during his battle against a wild Grubbin. Ash and Mallow went to the Pokémon Center, while Kiawe, Lillie, Sophocles and Lana went to report to Professor Kukui what happened. Kiawe also went fishing with his friends. However, he did not catch anything, commenting he only used Fire-type Pokémon. Sophocles was calculating where was the best spot to catch a Pokémon, though Kiawe wondered shouldn't he cast the lure first. Kiawe also watched as Lana and Ash confronted Team Rocket and was happy Popplio managed to save the Poké Ride Lapras and Wailmer.

Kiawe was with his classmates at the School. Ash spoke that a Litten stole his lunch, so Kiawe recalled seeing Litten at the marketplace. The next day, Kiawe went with his Charizard to the Pokémon Center. Litten, Ash, Pikachu and Rotom stormed out, which made Kiawe wonder if that was the way Ash was getting revenge on Litten. Since Lillie was too afraid to touch Pokémon, Kiawe hoped one day she would find the courage to do that. The class was called for a lesson by Samson Oak, who showed two eggs, from which one of them the class had to take care of. Ash and Kiawe wondered if the Pokémon that was to hatch would be very powerful. Once Lillie decided the blue egg to be taken care of, Mallow suggested she should bring it home, which the class agreed to. Kiawe noticed Ash was pondering some thoughts. Ash explained to the class that Hala asked of him how would he deal with the Rattata and Raticate problem without fighting. The class soon learned the answer lied in Yungoos and Gumshoos, which were Rattata and Raticate's natural enemies. Kiawe, along with his classmates, was at the party to celebrate Ash's Grand Trial of Melemele Island victory.

Kiawe was delivering milk, as part of his daily chores, when he encountered Ash and Professor Kukui. He greeted them and Kukui explained to Ash Kiawe was working on a ranch. This motivated Ash to help Kiawe and train with him later on. Kiawe welcomed the help and left once Ash obtained a Pelipper for flying. As they flew, Kiawe admitted he had to do these sorts of chores every day, even before school. However, he noted how satisfying it was to fly when the sun was rising. After showing the Wela Volcano and making deliveries, the two stopped by Harry, who asked of them to deliver some milk the next day, since he and his father were making a cake for Harry's mother. The two flew to Kiawe's ranch, where Ash was amazed to see a lot of Tauros, Miltank, and Mudbray. Soon, Kiawe introduced Ash to his parents, as Ash asked for some ice cream the ranch was making. Kiawe was also terrified to see his sister, Mimo, doing chores. He went to do her chore, claiming it was dangerous for her. Still, Ash, Kiawe, and Hoshi went to give the Mudbray a bath, place hay for the Pokémon in the stables and lead the Pokémon to the stables by dusk. As Ash went to have dinner, he was shown that Kiawe and his family gave a prayer for the Wela Volcano, since the volcano provided with fertile soil, on where the grass grew for the Pokémon to eat, giving quality milk. As Ash went to sleep, he noticed Kiawe training. Kiawe admitted this is the time he could train, since he was doing chores all day. After Kiawe spoke about his past, Ash wanted to challenge him, but was reminded of the delivery they had to make. The next day, Kiawe and Ash went to deliver milk to Harry. On their way, they were intercepted by Team Skull grunts, who were still angry that Kiawe defeated them. Kiawe held onto the milk as Ash and his Pikachu defeated the grunts with Gigavolt Havoc. Kiawe was impressed and soon, after healing Pelipper, the two flew to Harry. Ash and Kiawe apologized for being late, so Harry requested that after the birthday, the two of them battled. Ash and Kiawe accepted the proposal and sent Pikachu and Turtonator to battle.

Kiawe spent a day at the beach with his classmates. Ash and Kiawe also had a race to a rock, to prove who was better at swimming. They went soon away as a group of poisonous Mareanie appeared on the rock. He played in the sea with her friends before Kukui asked of them to observe the Pokémon and their habitats. Later on, Kiawe continued playing with his friends, with Popplio's bubble serving as a balloon. Kiawe participated in the Pokémon Pancake race. He noted how the previous winner, Noa, was quite confident. During the race, Kiawe did well until he had to pull a cart, in which his Turtonator was to carry the pancakes. Kiawe yelled out that he and Turtonator were not fit for the race, but swore not to give up. The next day, he and his friends watched as Lillie's egg hatched into Alola Vulpix. Kiawe watched as Lillie tried to befriend Snowy, but failed. Still, he was glad she became a trainer like her friends. The next day, Kiawe was glad that Lillie managed to befriend and hug her Vulpix, Snowy. Kiawe to Ash, who explained how Rockruff came injured the other day and was told Rockruff was a wild Pokémon that Kukui took into his house. The next day, Kiawe had his Turtonator use Flamethrower on Pikachu, who demonstrated Rockruff how to dodge. Turtonator repeated its attack on Rockruff, who failed to dodge, causing its tail to be burnt. Kiawe watched as Ash trained Rockruff and was surprised Ash took Rockruff's Rock Throw attack.

Kiawe was training with Ash the day before the latter lost his Electrium Z. After Kiawe came to class, he noted how everyone was acting strangely. Ash claimed he could train with Kiawe using his Rockruff, while Sophocles accidentally noted that Ash wouldn't have to use the Electrium Z. Kiawe thought something happened to the crystal, but the rest of the class walked away. On the school grounds, Kiawe sent his Turtonator, while Ash asked of Rockruff to find the Electrium Z. Ash bluffed that he was training Rockruff's Odor Sleuth, but Kiawe asked if Rockruff knew such a move. Lillie bumped in, claiming that Rockruff was actually helping her Snowy sniff out some stuff. Just then, Pikachu and Rotom came; Ash asked if they found the Electrium Z, a question Kiawe heard. Rotom explained it found a culprit, while Kiawe, who was furious Ash lost the crystal, started chasing him and even had Turtonator use Inferno Overdrive. Rotom stopped them both and led them to class, where he accused Kiawe of stealing the crystal. Kiawe was in shock, replying he never did such a thing and pointed out Ash would've seen if he took the crystal. Rotom played a video that Ash and Kiawe shook hands after their battle. Lillie, however, saw that Ash placed something in his pocket. Ash recalled he left the crystal back home, while Pikachu pulled out the Electrium Z, showing it was stuck to Rotom's wig. Kiawe became furious for Rotom's false accusation and started chasing it. Once everyone calmed down, Kiawe visited Ash, Professor Kukui and Rotom, the latter showing its new video function.

Kiawe and his friends went to Aina Cafeteria to taste Mallow's Mythic Alolan Stew, but got electrocuted; Mallow said she told Pikachu to electrify the stew. He then angrily complained about Mallow's action. Mallow invited the group for another stew, using the yellow nectar she and Ash were looking for. Kiawe, like his friends, liked the stew. Kiawe watched as Ash and Rockruff fought Hiroki and his Mudbray. The next day, Kiawe watched as Ash and Pikachu fought against Tapu Koko. Kiawe was glad that Ash was getting pumped for the battle, and noticed Tapu Koko wanted Ash to use the Z-Ring. However, after Tapu Koko withstood Pikachu's Gigavolt Havoc, Kiawe doubted Ash would win, as Tapu Koko was much stronger. Like others, he was shocked when Ash jumped off the cliff to save Pikachu, but was relieved that Tapu Koko saved both of them. As the class visited the mall, Kiawe, Sophocles and Ash were waiting for the girls to finish the shopping. After mentioning the girls would like to visit the Alola Sunrise shop for numerous accessories, Kiawe claimed he had some chores at the farm and flew off on his Charizard.

Kiawe was training with Ash, who tried to have his Litten master the Fire Fang move. Since Litten was struggling, Kiawe had his Turtonator demonstrate using Flamethrower. Since Litten was still unable to execute the move, the training stopped. Suddenly, Kiawe and Ash found a shovel on the beach. Kiawe realized it could be the shovel he touched a long time ago, and warned others not to touch it. The Pokémon was actually Sandygast, who was barked at by Rockruff. Rockruff used Rock Throw, which caused the shovel to fall in the ocean. Sandygast was annoyed, and was angered when Ash placed Rotom on top of its head. Kiawe explained they should search for the shovel, but the Sandygast evolved into a Palossand and continued attacking. Palossand took Ash into its own body, and even took Litten as well. Kiawe was joined by the rest of his classmates and explained the situation. Lana had her Popplio go with Ash's Pikachu to search for the shovel, while the rest attacked Palossand. Kiawe's Turtonator and Charizard fired Flamethrower on Palossand, distracting it, and allowing Snowy to freeze it with Powder Snow, with the help of its friends. Kiawe praised his Pokémon, while Ash and Litten broke free. However, Palossand was defrosted and just as it went to attack, Popplio and Pikachu returned with the shovel. With the shovel returned to Palossand, it went into the ground, and everyone was relieved the situation was over.

Kiawe went to DJ Leo's concert with his sister, and they met some of their friends there. Though everyone was to wear the wig for the concert, Kiawe refused to wear one, but was convinced by his sister to do so. After attending the concert, the group went back home. Kiawe, however, was moved by the concert, claiming the wig he had was a very prized item to him. Suddenly, Rotom was attacked and his wig was taken; the thief, an Alola Diglett, was discovered and the wig was retrieved. Just then, the group met DJ Leo, who recognized Professor Kukui and took the group to his house. Kiawe attended to another of DJ Leo's concerts, and was impressed how Dugtrio were switching places for the spotlight. Kiawe was present at the Visitation Day of the Pokémon School. He told others his parents could not come, since they had work at the farm. During Ash's presentation, when Ash started to make gestures of Pokémon like Samson did, Kiawe became highly suspicious of Ash. Kukui took Rotom out of Ash's shirt, and let Ash continue with his own words; Ash gave an inspiring presentation, which amazed his classmates and the people that visited the school. Later, Kiawe, with his classmates, found the Team Skull grunts causing trouble at the schoolyard. Still, he watched as Ash and his mother battled the grunts and won. Delia also called the group to repair the damage others made, and Kiawe joined in. Ash and Kiawe demonstrated together using their Z-Moves, by using the Z-Crystals. Later, the class was shown replicas of the Z-Crystals Kukui had, and practiced their moves on how to trigger the Z-Move.

Sophocles, who had few days before moving away, gave his classmates maps of his favorite places. Kiawe thanked Sophocles, though Lana was suspicious of Sophocles, who usually tried to hide his sweets from other people. After school was over, Kiawe and his friends confronted Sophocles, who revealed he was moving away. Everyone was in shock, and decided that Sophocles should have a good time so he would remember everyone. Kiawe took Sophocles and Togedemaru to Akala Island. There, he showed them a volcanic lake, which impressed Sophocles and Togedemaru, due to its vivid colors. Sophocles thanked Kiawe, who smiled and took him and Togedemaru back home. The next day, during the farewell party, Kiawe came to the Cafeteria and started decorating the interior with his sister, Mimo. Kiawe asked of Sophocles that no matter where he is, he should feel happy. Sophocles, who was touched by his friends' dedication, cried and told others that it was a misunderstanding he was moving away and that he would remain at the School. Kiawe and others, however, were relieved Sophocles would remain, who thought his friends would abandon him for not saying the truth earlier.

Kiawe was at School when Kukui announced the class would be playing Pokébase, with the famous player 'Olu'olu as their teacher. Kiawe, who was a pitcher assembled his team, and threw the ball to his opponent, calling it "Inferno Overdrive ball". Since Ash was unable to catch the ball three times, he was out. Next, Kiawe hit the ball Pikachu threw to him, which was caught by Lillie's Snowy. Kiawe also threw the ball to Popplio, who hit it with its fin (and injured it); Ash started running to the final base, but was blocked by Kiawe's Turtonator. In the final match, Kiawe threw the ball to Lana, who swung her bat like a fishing rod. The ball flew beyond the schoolgrounds, shocking Kiawe, as it was a home-run; Lana and Popplio ran around the base and earned their team a victory. Ash nevertheless claimed Kiawe would have better luck next time. Since Team Rocket appeared, the class had a Pokébase match with them. Kiawe caught the ball Jessie hit with her baseball bat, but 'Olu'olu's Snorlax turned around and knocked Kiawe to the ground. Kiawe managed to get out and threw the ball to Ash's Rockruff, thus earning a point. Next, Kiawe swung his baseball bat to hit the ball Mimikyu threw. He missed and was out. In the end, Kiawe was glad that 'Olu'olu's Snorlax brought them the victory and was surprised that Bewear appeared and snatched Team Rocket away.

Kiawe was camping out with his classmates, and noted how the girls prepared a lot of curry for lunch. Lana terrified the group with a story how a certain traveler went into the forest they were currently in and fell asleep, then woke up being very skinny. After having the meal, Ash and Kiawe had their Pikachu and Turtonator battle. Since their classmates didn't return to the camp for quite some time, Ash went to find them. Kiawe stayed behind and was ambushed by something. As Ash and Sophocles, who were drained, came to the camp, they saw their classmates, except Lillie, were drained, too. Everyone had a big meal before they started discussing what happened. The group noted everyone was put to sleep by a strange figure, and when they woke up, they were very hungry. Rotom blamed Lillie, who was the only one that was not hungry, but others pointed out she couldn't have made them hungry. Suddenly, the group saw a white figure, who emitted light particles and lulled everyone to sleep. When they woke up, the group felt hungry again, and found the figure was a Morelull. The Morelull was slightly sleepy, and even started to drain Kiawe's energy. Ash had Morelull drain his energy, while Ash ate the curry to replenish himself. Kiawe was surprised at this, thinking only Ash could do such stuff. Later, the group followed Morelull, who joined others of its kind to a giant tree, where every Morelull evolved into a Shiinotic. The Shiinotic Ash befriended earlier thanked them and pulled them all to sleep. The next morning, everyone woke up and saw they were not hungry anymore, as Shiinotic returned their energy back.

Kiawe watched as his classmates made a race. The Pokémon raced around the classroom and the winner was Pikachu. Kukui came and stated their homework was to trade Pokémon and take care of it for two days. Kiawe was paired up with Lana and traded his Turtonator with her Popplio. Kiawe recalled Lana had two sisters and wondered would they be scared of Turtonator, but Lana assured him they would not. Kiawe promised to take care of Popplio and left the school. At the farm, Kiawe was doing chores, and wondered what could Popplio do. Mimo came and hugged Popplio, so Kiawe had both of them carry milk. The next day, Kiawe was alarmed that two Tauros were fighting against each other. Since Turtonator was not present, Kiawe had Popplio emit a balloon, which doused the Tauros, stopping them from fighting each other. Kiawe was pleased at the results, and had Popplio fire Bubble Beam at Tauros, allowing Mimo and Kiawe to wash them. Back at the school, Kiawe returned Popplio to Lana and ate the cookies Sophocles made for the class. He was also pleased to see Lillie, during the exchange, managed to touch and hug Pikachu. He also watched as Ash and Snowy fought Lillie and Pikachu.

Kiawe tried to subdue a rampaging Tauros, who was stopped by Olivia. Olivia was amazed to see Kiawe and glomped him, noting how he and Turtonator grew up well since she battled him on Akala Island. Kiawe told Ash Olivia was the Island Kahuna, and Akala Island's queen. Olivia led the class to a boat, which sailed off to Akala Island. As they sailed off, Sophocles read how Kiawe as Akala Island's guide, and was on the news, which embarrassed Kiawe a bit. The class found a Wailmer being attacked by the Bruxish. Once Bruxish was defeated, Kiawe and others dived in to rescue Wailmer, and succeeded. Kiawe noted how amazing Olivia was to have Wailmer consume the medicine without many repercussions. At evening, the class arrived at Akala Island. For their course, the class chose a Stoutland as their partner. Later, the class went off to find treasure with the Stoutland they chose. Kiawe rode off to a stony place, and had Stoutland search for the item. They returned back with a stone, which Olivia identified as a fossil, and gave Kiawe 100 points for the item. Later, Kiawe and Stoutland returned back to the stony place, and focused on finding the second item. Once they returned, Kiawe was amazed to see Lillie actually mounted on Stoutland and could touch it. Kiawe also showed he got another fossil, and was given 200 points for the recovery. However, Lana won by finding a Sparkling Stone, and Kiawe congratulated her.

Kiawe took Lillie, Mallow and Sophocles to his farm. Ash and Lana refused to come, since they wanted to go fishing. At his farm, Kiawe asked his friends to help him out, but they were too busy eating the dairy products. This made Kiawe think Lana and Ash were having superb time fishing. Back at the Pokémon Center, Kiawe and others were amazed that Lana got the Z-Ring and placed Waterium Z on it, and was unamused by her joke that she caught a Mega Gyarados. Kiawe and everyone else went to the Wela Fire Festival. Kiawe was feeling lively that day, for he attended the Festival each year. Kiawe recalled how his grandfather also crowned the Pokémon, as Kiawe and his family watched the ceremony. Kiawe hoped that the Akala crown would be placed by his grandfather, who once was the King of Akala Island. Kukui noted how regardless his grandfather would be happy to see Kiawe at the festival. The group went to see Olivia crowing the Pokémon. Just as Olivia went to crown Ash's Litten, an Alolan Marowak showed up and stole the crown. Since Olivia had to calm down the people, Kiawe and Ash went to retrieve the crown. Kiawe found a hiker with an injured Magmar, and was joined by two more hikers, who pointed the path where Marowak went to. Once he found the Marowak, Kiawe challenged it to a battle. Kiawe had Turtonator battle Marowak, who managed to evade Turtonator's attacks, including its Inferno Overdrive move. Marowak bashed its head on Turtonator, who was defeated; Kiawe was displeased, as Marowak fled. At the Pokémon Center, Kiawe's Turtonator was healed, and Kiawe apologized to it, since he only thought of retrieving the crown back. Ash approached Kiawe, who admitted he didn't feel quite powerful enough, even if he had Turtonator be crowned and obtained the Z-Ring. Since Kiawe was uncertain what he could do, Ash claimed Kiawe just needed a bigger goal in life; he proposed to train with him to defeat that Marowak. Like Marowak, Pikachu's speed allowed it to dodge Turtonator's attacks and circle around it, then fire Iron Tail. Ash warned Kiawe one could not win by defense alone, and had Pikachu use Thunderbolt on turtonator. Kiawe was unable to think of a strategy, but seeing the fiery passion in Turtonator's eyes, it gave him the idea: Turtonator started to glow out, and amazed Ash, Pikachu and Rotom. The next day, Kiawe swore to return the crown. Olivia and others noted his confidence, and the former allowed Kiawe to pursue Marowak. Like before, Marowak used its speed as an advantage, but Turtonator's moves countered some of its attacks. Marowak tried to attack Turtonator from behind, whose shell exploded and wounded Marowak. In addition, Turtonator used Shell Smash to increase its speed and use Dragon Tail on Marowak. With the last of its strength left, Kiawe had Turtonator execute Inferno Overdrive, which defeated Marowak. Marowak returned the crown to Kiawe, who was complimented by his friends. Kiawe sensed Marowak, like himself, wanted to grow stronger and have its flame burn brighter. Thus, Kiawe proposed Marowak to come with him; Marowak accepted, and was captured in a Poké Ball. However, as Kiawe sent Marowak out, it started to attack Turtonator, as its new rival. Kiawe pulled out Marowak from Turtonator's belly. Once the crown was returned and the Pokémon were crowned, Kiawe stood by his friends, as they took a picture of themselves together.

At morning, Kiawe was with his friends, and intervened when Marowak bashed into Turtonator's bells. Soon after, Kiawe and others attended Olivia's class. Kiawe told they had to cook; Kiawe claimed he could cook, but did not know anything about curry. He paired up with Lillie to find the ingredients for the Akala curry. Later on, at the table, Kiawe listened how Ash battled Totem Lurantis, and congratulated him for passing the Trial. Kiawe watched the battle between Ash and Olivia. As Olivia declared a Double Battle, she explained to Kiawe that Ash's battle was more difficult, since he did win against Hala. Kiawe noted how Ash had Rockruff and Rowlet fly away from Continental Crush, which ended up shattering Stealth Rock Olivia placed earlier. He was also surprised at Rockruff's aggressive behavior, which resulted in Rowlet fainting. Kiawe thought Rockruff was too excited it could not recognize its allies anymore. After Ash defeated Olivia, Kiawe and others congratulated him for the victory. The next day, at morning, Kiawe was surprised that Ash was missing. Ash and Pikachu returned, the former explained Rockruff went missing, making everyone search for it. The next day, Kiawe and others admired Ash's Dusk Lycanroc, as they sailed back to Melemele Island.

Kiawe was at school when Mallow went to her cafeteria, to prepare herself for the TV presentation. Later, he went with his friends to the cafeteria, and was shocked to hear from Abe that Mallow ran away. The group went to search for Mallow, and tumbled down a hill, finding her at Oranguru's hut. Kiawe watched as Mallow hugged her father, who complimented her on all the work she did recently. Kiawe is with Ash and Sophocles, at school, where they were shown a video advertising about the upcoming Charjabug Race, who called themselves Charjabug racers. When Sophocles asks him and Ash if they want to join in which they say yes to as Kiawe tells them that if their gonna be a team and theirs only one goal victory. Kiawe, Sophocles and Ash get all fired up for the race but ended getting cooled down by Snowy, after the girls complain about how hot it is in the school. After getting the gear for Sophocles' Charjabug they decided to do some training for the race also to help them bond as a team. When the day of race arrived they meet some rivals then got ready to race. Kiawe went to check on Ash, after he got knocked out from another Charjabug racer, then he was seen with Ash cheering for Sophocles, as decided to take Ash place, as he lead them to victory. Kiawe, Ash and Sophocles were please with the Charjabug merchandise as their prize for winning the race. Kiawe later went to Kanto with the rest of the group. During the flight, he was horrified by how high up they were. After arriving at Kanto, Kiawe was introduce to Misty and Brock by Ash. During his time at Professor Oak's lab, he saw a Rapidash and became psyched when it let him ride on its back. When the group compared the Kanto and Alolan Pokémon, he became horrified when he saw the Kantonian Dugtrio lacked the sacred "hair" that the Alolan Dugtrio had, placing a wig on top of one of the Kantonian Dugtrio's head. When Brock sent out a Kanto Marowak, Kiawe sent out his Alolan Marowak, which began fighting the Kantonian Marowak. He tried his best in restraining his Marowak but failed. Later on, he went with Sophocles, Ash and Brock to find his Marowak, which caused mischief by angering a wild Onix. He was also relieved that his Alolan Marowak and the rest of their Pokemon are rescued by Ash's Lycanroc, Brock's Crobat and Misty's Staryu from Team Rocket's Meowth robot being controlled by Meowth before Bewear catches them in flight. When Jigglypuff emerged from the destroyed robot, Kiawe listened to its singing and fell asleep, causing it to doodle on his face. When he woke up, he was unamused by its doodles.

Kiawe later challenged Brock into a Gym battle at the Cerulean City Gym using his Turtonator against his Steelix. Despite using Inferno Overdrive, Turtonator was defeated by Mega Steelix. Kiawe comforted Turtonator over the loss, only to be headbutted by his Marowak. Kiawe later watched Ash and his Pikachu battle Misty and her Gyarados.

Ultra Adventures
Kiawe is at school with his friends before realizing that Ash is not present until he arrived with an unknown Pokémon in his bag. When Lillie named the Pokémon Nebby Kiawe was pleased but was not happy when Nebby woke up and cried really loud. Although he tried to call it down by telling it not to cry, as it work for Mimo, but didn't work then gave to Mallow, when he could't take it anymore. After Nebby calmed down Kiawe and everyone had to find something it would eat but it didn't like any of the food they showed to it, especially the Moomoo Milk Kiawe proved, until Sophocles showed it a bag filled with star candy which got it interested in eating, much to everyone relief.

While working on a clay sculpture of Turtonator, Kiawe was teleported to Wela volcano, after seeing his sculpture looking like it, by Nebby and back but ended up almost getting burned before Lana has her Popplio put it out. When Ash and Pikachu got teleported by Nebby, Kiawe with his friends did a search party for them. Kiawe and everyone were happy that Ash, Pikachu and Nebby were ok when they found them at the beach but they all ended up being teleported on the top pillar of the Pokémon school, as they wanted to head back there to let Professor Kukui know that Ash was ok, shocking them.

Kiawe and everyone were invited to visit Aether Paradise, where the Aether Foundation is located, by Lusamine, Lillie's mother. After arriving, Kiawe and everyone were greet by Lusamine then headed out for a tour of the facility which is being done by Lillie, due to Lusamine being too busy with her work. Kiawe, Lana, Mallow and Sophocles meet Professor Burnet for the first time, as Ash and Lillie already know her, along with her partner Pokémon Munchlax while touring the Aether Foundation. Then a Ditto got lose, when Kiawe and everyone were helping Professor Burnet get them vaccinated. After everyone round up the lost Ditto, Kiawe and everyone were pleased for Lillie when she helped catch the Ditto as it transformed into Snowy which she saw through because she felt something wasn't right. Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow and Sophocles had a sleep over with Ash at Professor Kukui's house with Professor Burnet joining them, as she was over to give Nebby a checkup. During the sleep over, Kiawe got carried away with a game called Z-Posses one, two, three when he accidentally used Inferno Overdrive, which got the entire living room all messed up. While Ash, Lillie, Mallow and Professor Burnet got dinner going, Kiawe helped everyone else clean up the mess and watched some PokéBase while waiting for dinner. Kiawe with his friends were getting ready to eat until Professor Burnet's Munchlax swopped in and ate everything. While waiting for the Professors to get back with something to eat, Kiawe and everyone decided to do some training for Pokémon battles which helped them forget how hungry they are for awhile. After eating dinner, Kiawe and everyone talked about how amazing Professor Burnet is along with talking about the homemade food at his place and Sophocles as well then went to sleep. The next day as everyone is walking along, Kiawe and everyone wonder where Lillie went, due to Nebby teleporting her to where her brother was at. Kiawe with his friends hear Lillie explain about a Pokémon she saw that brought back bad memories from her past and became stunned when she could't touch Pokémon again, even Snowy.

At school, Kiawe and everyone cheer Lillie up by encouraging her to try to touch Snowy which she tried but got scared although they did praised her for her courage. Kiawe and everyone were overjoyed when Lillie got over her fear of touching Pokémon. After finding out that Nebby was kidnapped by Faba, the Aether Foundation Branch Chief, Kiawe and everyone watch as Ash, Gladion (Lillie's brother), and Lillie leave to go to Aether Paradise to rescue Nebby. Kiawe, Lana, Mallow and Sophocles became shock when Ash tells them about what happened at the Aether Foundation but were more shocked that Lusamine, Lillie's mother, was taken through an Ultra Wormhole. Professor Kukui and Hobbes, Lillie's butler, came in to tell them that Lillie and Gladion are gone as they went to find a way to rescue their mother, shocking Kiawe and everyone. Kiawe and everyone headed over to Hala, the Island Kahuna of Melemele Island, house where he tells them about the Altar of the Sunne as they can go over there and ask for Solgaelo for help in opening an Ultra Wormhole. After seeing Hala, Kiawe, Lana, Mallow, Professor Kukui, Sophocles and Ash headed over to Poni Island to catch up with Lillie and Gladion. Kiawe and everyone were able to catch up with Lillie and Gladion then headed up to the Altar of the Sunne to find Solgaelo but the Tapu Guardians were there instead, surprising them. Kiawe and his friends watch as the Tapu Guardians show them how Nebby was created and how they were the ones who left it for Ash to find. Later, the Guardian deities performed a ritual at the Altar, which unleashed great power, allowing Nebby to evolve into Solgaelo. Afterwards, Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow, Sophocles, Ash and Gladion entered the Ultra Wormhole by riding Solgaelo leaving Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet, who came to help rescue Lusamine, behind. At the other side of the Ultra Wormhole, Kiawe and everyone found Lusamine merged with Nihilego then battle some of Lusamine Pokémon that were stopping them for getting close to her. Kiawe used Inferno Overdrive as his finishing move for one of Lusamine's Pokémon. Kiawe, Lana, Mallow, Sophocles and Gladion became surprised when Lusamine's Pokémon got back up due to Nihielgo power. Kiawe and everyone became relived when Lusamine's Pokémon were set free when Ash stop Nihielgo and freed Lusamine from it as well. After reuniting with one in another, Kiawe and everyone were returned to the Altar of the Sunne where Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet were waiting for them.

Kiawe, Lana, Mallow, Sophocles and Ash greeted Lillie, who took some time off from school to be with her mother, at school as she wanted to see everyone then thanked them for their help in rescuing her mother. The next day, Kiawe became surprised when Ash tells him and everyone in the classroom about Professor Kukui and Professor Burnet getting married. Although the Professors weren't gonna do a wedding ceremony, Kiawe with Ash and Sophocles were in on the girls idea of doing a surprise weeding for them as present from all of them. Kiawe attend the ceremony as he was happy that the Professors liked their present then Lusamine came to them and asked them to join an elite group call the Ultra Guardians which they all accepted also they got to see Nebby flying up in the sky, as it returned to the wild.

Kiawe arrives at Mount Lanakila on Ula'ula island where Hala's Crabrawler is gonna evolve into Crabominable also he believed with Hala and Professor Kukui that they didn't need winter gear but caved in when they sneezed. During their visit, Kiawe helps Lillie with her training for the PokéSled Jump tournament their both gonna participate in. On the day of the PokéSled Jump tournament, Kiawe did his performance but it didn't turn out the way he hoped it would. Kiawe was pleased to see that Hala won the tournament and got to see the prize he won, a sled. While at school, Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow, Sophocles and Ash got their first Ultra Guardian mission where they had to catch a Buzzwole then help return it to its home. The Ultra Guardians with their Ride Pokémon then headed over to the Melemele Meadows due to being Buzzwole location. Kiawe went to catch with Ash but saw he and Pikachu showing off their muscle with Buzzwole then decided to join them. When the girls and Sophocles arrived at their location, Kiawe witness Ash catch Buzzwole then watch it go home but not before doing a muscle pose as a way of saying goodbye to it.

Kiawe participated a Battle Royal battle with Sophocles and Ash against the Masked Royal, Professor Kukui's altar ego, but lost to him. Later on, Kiawe meets llima, a well known graduate of the Pokémon school, where he is studying at the Kalos region but came back to Alola as he wanted to get a Z-Crystal which is pacifically for his Eevee. Kiawe with his friends were taught Poké-Ping Pong by llima, who won a lot of Poké-Ping Pong tournaments. Later, Kiawe and his friends went to cheer on llima as he's participating in a Poké-Ping Pong tournament, which is the other reason why he came back to Alola, where he won then headed out by boat as he wanted to see the islands before heading back to Kalos.

Kiawe with his classmates listen to Sophocles give a presentation of the Hokulani Observatory that his cousin, Molayne, runs at Mount Hakulani on Ula'ula Island also Professor Kukui told him and the rest of class that Sophocles cousin is one his friends. After the presentation was done, Kiawe and everyone were gonna have lunch but found out that Ash's Pikachu wasn't present then they all went to go look for him. After Pikachu was found, Kiawe became amazed when Ash brought an Ultra Beast, Poipole, back to base with him then witness him catch it as they don't know which Ultra Wormhole it came out of from. Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow and Ash all go with Sophocles to Bamboo Hill as he made as discovery while camping with his parents. Kiawe and everyone all dug it up as they spent hours doing it then they all came to a conclusion that it is an Ultra Beast when they dug it up all the way. The next day, Kiawe along with the girls and Ash were shocked to hear Sophocles tell them that the Ultra Beast was in ground for two hundred years then they were call in to do an Ultra Guardian mission. After explaining to Lusamine that they already knew about Celesteela, the name of the Ultra Beast, as they tell her about digging it up the other day, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians headed back to Bamboo Hill to help get Celesteela home. However, Team Rocket tired to steal Celesteela but they were stooped. Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow, Sophocles and Ash waved goodbye to Celesteela as they were able to help it to blast off then it flew to the moon, due to the Ultra Wormhole it came from being there. While working at his family farm, Kiawe meets Viren, the president of Rainbow Happy Resorts, as he wants his family farm to make a resort hotel but they refused. After Viren left, Kiawe became suspicious of him which was proven right when the water dried up. At school, Kiawe told his friends the situation at his family farm then they all offer to help him which made him very happy as they all went to his home. Later, Kiawe battle Viren with his Marowak as they tried to do Inferno Drive, due to Turtonator being in poor condition as it protect Mimo form Viern Pokémon attack, but failed which caused them to lose to him. After his Pokémon recovered, Kiawe decided to train with his Pokémon so they can battle Viren again as they got the chance to battle him again as he came back to the farm. During the battle, Kiawe with Marowak were able to do Inferno Overdrive together which got them the win but Viern refuses to leave but Officer Jenny arrived to arrest them. Thanks to battle and all the hard work they did, Kiawe and Marowak bond for each other grew stronger.

Kiawe became fired up when Professor Kukui told him and everyone in the classroom about his dream of opening a League in Alola. One night, Kiawe with his friends watch a firework display also they saw a ball going up to the air then it reforms itself as they saw the weird being perform and kneel after its performances then left. The next day, Kiawe and everyone were talking about what happed the other night also they theorizes that the being they saw was an Ultra Beast which proven right when they were called to do an Ultra Guardian mission. While tracking Blacephalon, name of the Ultra Beast, they saw another Ultra Beast named Xurkitree absorbing electricity at a power plant. After Blacephalon arrived at the site, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians watch them do a performances battle. When Ash came up with an idea of doing a performance of their own, Kiawe has his Pokémon help out along with the rest of the Ultra Guardians Pokémon which gave Ash enough time to use a Z-Move to finish them off then Lana and Lillie caught them. Kiawe got to see the Ultra Beasts return their homes but Professor Kukui told him and his friends that they weren't done yet as the event venues want them to repeat their performances from the other night which got them wondering if they can repeat it.

Returning to Ula'ula Island for a field trip to the Hokulani Observatory located at Mount Hokulani, Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow and Ash all meet Molayne, Sophocles cousin and Professor Kukui friend. Kiawe was amazed about looking at the stars through the telescope then was more amazed by the Minor on Starfall Hill. When Ash's Poipole found a Minor still in its shell, Kiawe and Ash carried it back to the Observatory. After Minor shell was able to open, Kiawe and everyone spent the day playing with it until that night they saw more of them then they all faded away even the one they were playing with. Kiawe and everyone got to see a Rayquaza in the sky. After their Hokulani Observatory field trip, Kiawe with Ash and his Rowlet ended up getting separated from everyone when they were taking a short cut to get back to Melemele Island. However, Kiawe, Ash and Rowlet got lost but they found a way out where they reunite with their Pokémon and Lana. Later, Kiawe, Ash and Lana reunite with Mallow, Sophocles and Lillie as they told about their adventure in an ice cave they found and about Lillie being in a double battle also they told them that Lillie got an Icium Z which she show to them. Kiawe, Lana, Mallow, Sophocles and Ash all hope to see Lillie do a Z-Move someday then they all headed back home.

Kiawe with his classmates were doing a gym class where they vault horses where he did a great jump over ten layers. The next day, Kiawe and everyone saw a giant block at the school with them believing it to be for class as he was able to get up there but fell into the block where he saw a lot of eyes inside of it. Kiawe freaked out until he was snapped out of it by Mallow's Tsareena. Hearing Komala ring the bell, Kiawe and everyone were called in for an Ultra Guardian mission. Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians became surprise to hear that the giant block outside of the school is an Ultra Beast, named Stakataka, then went back outside to try to catch it. However, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians ended getting their Beast Ball thrown back at them. Lasting until sunset, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians all decided to try again tomorrow. After arriving at school that next day, Kiawe and everyone saw that the Ultra Beast was gone then found out that there's Ultra Aura in the city as they all go on their Ride Pokémon to investigate. Finding the Ultra Aura location, Kiawe became furious when he heard the name Viern, who also tried to buy the Battle Royal Dome, as they arrived at his construction site. Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians see the Ultra Beast there. After the Ultra Beast started to move, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians realize that the statue Viern's workers put on it is causing it pain. Kiawe helps Ash get up there by using his Turtonator then witness him keep his balance. After the Ultra Beast was caught, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians witness the Ultra Beast returned to its proper home.

Kiawe and his friends head over to the Pokémon Paradise Resort with their Pokémon as Lusamine got them a reservation for the resort where their Ride Pokémon are require to get treatment over their due to all the hard work they do for them. Arriving at the resort, Kiawe and everyone have the workers at the resort look at their Ride Pokémon as to what treatment they needed. After sorting out what their Ride Pokémon needed, Kiawe and everyone headed over to the hot springs to relax before everyone went with their Ride Pokémon to get their respective treatment. After staying at the hot springs for a little longer, Kiawe with his Ride Pokémon went to the relieve nerves course as he tried to find the pressure points for his Ride Pokémon. Kiawe found the point his Ride Pokémon needed it the most with some help from one of the workers, who is James from Team Rocket in disguise, However, Kiawe and everyone ended up getting caught in a net by Team Rocket then witness them almost making off with their Pokémon but all the Ride Pokémon saved them. After Team Rocket was taken care off, Kiawe and everyone headed over to the flower bath. At school, Kiawe tells his friends that he and Mimo had to do all the farm work before making delivers as their parents were acting strange then became surprise when he hears that his parents weren't the only ones acting strange. After Professor Kukui left due to not being motivated to teach class, Kaiwe explains to everyone about the upcoming Manalo Festival that happens once every twenty-one years. Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow and Sophocles all hear Ash explains how he heard about the Blinding One from Acerola when he was on Ula'ula Island. Kiawe and the rest of the class were explain about the story of the Blinding One by Lillie. After school got out, Kiawe and Ash did some training but could't do their Z-Move which got them confused as to why they could't. Later, Kiawe and everyone sees that the clouds are getting darker then they were called in for an Ultra Guardian mission. Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians head over to Poni Island to meet up with Lusamine, Wicke, Faba, who are also acting strange, and Professor Burnet. When they arrived at the Altar of Sunne on Poni Island, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians are joined by Gladion, who also became an Ultra Guardian. Kiawe and the rest Ultra Guardians are explained that the Ultra Aura has been decreasing and because of it left a side-effect on all adults which makes them not their usually selfs. Informed that the side-effect doesn't effect children and Pokémon, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians were inform of a small Ultra Wormhole but could't determined where it is due to the clouds being in the way. Kiawe, Lana, Ash and Gladion use their Z-Move to help get one of Faba's machine to work as it can remove the clouds. After clearing the clouds, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians with Lusamine head over to a new ruins that the Aether Foundation found at the Ultra of the Sunne. However, Kiawe and everyone were called back by Wicke when she tells them that somethings is coming out of the Ultra Wormhole. Arriving back, Kiawe and everyone see Lunala coming out of it the Ultra Wormhole then saw an unknown Pokémon coming out of it as well.

Seeing Lunala in trouble, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians head over to Melemele Island to help the Legendary Pokémon. Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians did the best they could to stop the unknown Pokémon from hurting Lunala but it ended getting absorb by it. After Solgaleo, Nebby, arrived, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians witness the Legendary Pokémon free Lunala from the unknown Pokémon control. However, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians witness the unknown Pokémon possessing Solgaelo instead then witness it getting away through an Ultra Wormhole. Seeing all the adults back to normal, Kiawe and everyone head back to base so Lunala could recover. While at base, Kiawe and everyone witness Lunala recovering then they all find out that the Aether Foundation decided to call the unknown Pokémon UB: Black. While watching over Lunala, Kiawe, Lana, Ash and Gladion witness their Z-Rings glow which restored the rest of Lunala strengths. After Lunala recovered and seeing its determination to help Solgaelo, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians dispatch as they followed Lunala through an Ultra Wormhole that the Legendary Pokémon created. Passing through the Ultra Wormhole and seeing more Poipole, Kiawe and the rest of Ultra Guardians realize that their in Poipole's home world. Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians helped care for Naganadel, Poipole evolve form. Through Naganadel telepathy, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians were explain about Necrozma, UB: Black and the Blinding Ones real name, also about how their world became as it is now. Also, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians were inform as to why Ash's Poipole came to their world. Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians watch Lunala fight a possessed Solgaelo. Wanting to help the Cosmic duo out, Kiawe, Lana, Ash and Gladion use their Z-Moves in hopes that Necrozma would releases Solgaelo. However, Kiawe, Lana, Ash and Gladion Z-Moves didn't work as they hopped it would because it made Necrozma stronger. After getting a call from Lusamine and explaining her the situation, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians with everyone else in Alola share their Z-Power to Necrozma witch successfully set Solgaelo free from it. Kiawe witness Necrozma restore to its true form, after Ash, Gladion and the Island Island Kahuna's use their Z-Moves. Seeing that Poipole's home world has also been restore, Kiawe and the rest of the Ultra Guardians leave to go back to Alola but not before saying goodbye to Ash's Poipole as it decided to stay where it belongs.

While walking through Akala Island, Kiawe, Mimo and Ash came across Pikachu Valley where a lot of Pikachu live also their all owned by Pikala, who adores Pikachu.

Ultra Legends
Kiawe with his classmates perform a play that was written by Rotom for their families and friends that came to see the performances. Later, Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow and Sophocles were all introduce to Acerola by Ash as he explains to them that she a friend that he met during his time on Ula'ula Island. Also, Kiawe, Lillie, Mallow, Sophocles, Acerola and Ash all helped Lana make a haunted house for Harper and Sarah, who wanted to go to one, at the Pokémon School. However, Kiawe and his friends witness real Ghost Pokémon come to them as they were attracted by Mimikins, Acerola Shiny Mimikyu, due to it being a real ghost. Kiawe and his friends were put to sleep where they saw several illusions created by a wild Mismagius. Thanks to Lana and Acerola, Kiawe and everyone were able to wake up from the illusions.

When a magnetic force at Wela Volcano was causing the Aether Paradise equipment that detects Ultra Aura to get all messed up and could effect future Ultra Guardian missions, Kiawe and his fellow Ultra Guardians headed over to Akala Island to investigate the cause of the disturbances. Kiawe with Sophocles and Ash went to one side of the volcano while the girls went to the other to make the investigation go quicker. While investigating, Kiawe, Sophocles and Ash find out that some Alolan Geodude with its evolved forms are outside the volcano. Finding a spark stone, Kiawe and his group find out that some miners have been mining in the area. Through the information proved by three hikers, Kiawe and his group headed inside the mine to stope the miners from doing further damage to it. After stopping the miners and a rage an Alolan Golem, Kiawe and his group meet up with the girls where they informed Lusamine as to what caused the magnetic forces. Kiawe and rest of the Ultra Guardians were very grateful when the three hikers volunteer to help patrol the volcano to prevent from anyone disturbing the balance of the area.

Through an surprise arrangement by Lana, Kiawe got to see Misty and Brock again. After Brock offer to stay and help Nurse Joy at the Pokémon center, Kiawe and his classmates show Misty their favorite spots. While the girls were showing Misty their favorite jewelry store, Kiawe, Sophocles and Ash waited outside for them where they spotted the Poké Ride Mantine Surf. Hearing that Misty, Lana and Mallow were interested in Mantien Surfing with Sophocles adding about doing it also Ash suggesting into going to Treasure Island, an island he once visited with his Pikahcu, as their destination to surf to, Kiawe and his friends all had a great time surfing as everyone jumped on the waves, minus Lillie, Mallow and Sophocles. After arriving on the island, Kiawe and everyone were shown around the island by Ash. However, Kiawe and his friends had to stop Team Rocket from stealing the Mantine when they showed up once again to cause trouble. After freeing the Mantine, Kiawe, Lana and Ash use their Z-Moves with Misty boasting their moves by having her Mega Gyarados use Hydro Pump to blast Team Rocket off. Kiawe with his classmates take Misty and Brock to Akala Island to see his family farm. After showing the family farm, Kiawe with his classmates introduce Misty and Brock to Olivia. Watching a battle between Olivia and Brock, Kiawe with his friends, minus Olivia and Brock, were captured by Team Rocket when they arrived to capture their Pokémon. Thanks to Olivia and Brock teamwork, Kiawe and his friends were set free from Team Rocket. After Team Rocket was defeated, Kiawe and his friends watch a firework display then had to say goodbye to his friends once again when they had to go back to Kanto.

Later, Kiawe and his classmates arrive on Poni Island to do their research projects for school. Kiawe was planing to train with his Pokémon partners and get stronger. While exploring the Island, Kiawe and his classmates meet Hapu, who is the granddaughter of one of the previous Island Kahuna's, where she mistaken them for thieves as she believes that they were gonna take her radishes from her fields. After encountering Hapu, Kiawe went to train with Sophocles accompany him. Continuing his project, Kiawe and his Pokémon were doing some training. Kiawe with Hapu and Ash join Sophocles to Vast Poni Canyon where he can evolve his Charjabug into Vikavolt. Arriving at the canyon, Kiawe along with his friends meet up with Horacio and his brother, who were some of the rivals he meet when he competed in the Charjabug race with Ash and Sophocles. Kiawe, Hapu and Ash waited outside when Sophocles challenge Horacio to a contest when he expressed interest in evolving his Charjabug. Worry for their friend, Kiawe and Ash were gonna look for Sophocles but he came out with his newly evolved Pokémon. Later, Kiawe joins his friends for a party to celebrate Ida, who once helped Lana master her Z-Move, and Kanoa journey to see the world. Kiawe and his friends witness Lana show the hard work she did with her Popplio which resulted in her partner evolving into Brionne. Kiawe and everyone waved goodbye to Ida and Kanoa. Kiawe joins Ash as they both head over to the Ruins of Hope. However, Kiawe and Ash got Tapu Fini mad when they had a double battle to see who would battle the Island Guardian first. Seeing Ash with his Pokémon and his partners trapped in a force filed that Tapu Fini created, Kiawe was offer a chance to free them which is to bring Tapu Lele scales within in a certain time. Kiawe used his Charizard to get to Akala Island then battled Tapu Lele for the scales but the battle was called off. However, Kiawe was given the scales anyway then went back to Poni Island to rescue his friends. Arriving back to Poni Island, Kiawe ran the rest of the way back to the Ruins of Hope when his Charizard became to exhausted to fly the rest of the way. Kiawe made his way to the Ruins of Hope in the right time where he not only saved his friends but was also rewarded a Flyinium Z from Tapu Fini. With his fully healed Ride Pokémon, Kiawe performed Supersonic Skystrike with Charizard. Through Rotom, Kiawe realized that this was trail set up for him by Tapu Fini.

While at the Pokémon Center, Kiawe shows his friends his new Z-Crystal then he and his friends went over to Hapu house where they help in her radishes fields. However, Kiawe, Lana, Sophocles and Hapu ended up getting separated from their friends when a fog appeared which was created by Tapu Fini. While Hapu went to the Ruins of Hope, Kiawe, Lana and Sophocles waited at her house. When the fog cleared up, Kiawe, Lana and Sophocles were happy to see that their friends were alright. Kiawe was introduce to Shaymin that Mallow found and decided to take it in for awhile then was very happy for Hapu when she tells everyone that she has official become the Island Kahuna of Poni Island. However, Kiawe and everyone were told by Hapu that she had to complete a ritual to official become the Island Kahuna. Kiawe and everyone were witnesses of Hapu's ritual where she official has the title of Island Kahuna. While waiting Ash's Grand Trail, Kiawe and everyone were hanging at the beach. During Ash's Grand Trail, Kiawe and everyone were surprised that Ash choose Pikachu as his Pokémon because it would weak against Hapu's Ground-Type Pokémon. Kiawe referees the Grand Trail battle due to being the grandson of the previous Island Kahuna of Akala Island. After Ash won his Grand Trail, Kiawe and everyone said goodbye to Hapu when Professor Kukui arrived back to Poni Island to pick them up then they all headed back to Melemele Island together as their research projects have come to an end.

After returning to Melemele Island, Kiawe and his friends were introduce to PokéGolf through a well known player named Kahili. Also, Kiawe and his friends came across a new Pokémon species when they wonder to the Pokémon school. Kiawe and his friends observed them until they ran away from the classroom which motivated them to look for them. Finding them at top of the Pokémon school bell, Kiawe and his friends went up there to see them but they ran away from them again. Later, Kiawe and his friends were told that new species name was Meltan through Ash, who contacted Professor Oak about the new Pokémon. Kiawe had a triple battle with Ash but was called off then asked him what he was gonna do now as he complete all four of his Grand Trail but before he could answer he saw his Rowlet flying above them then left to go look for his Pokémon. After Ash return, Kiawe and everyone were happy to see that their friend found a Meltan as he explains to them about how his Rowlet was looking after it. Kiawe and everyone were witness when Lusamine's Clefable brought the other Meltan to shown them how she got them to behave along with Ash catching the one that befriended his Rowlet. Later, Kiawe, Lana, Lillie, Mallow and Ash supported Sophocles when he was a contested on a game show. Also, Kiawe with Sophocles and Ash helped do the behind the scenes of a T.V show that the girls were gonna be doing as they watch it at Professor Kukui's house.

Sometime later, Kiawe and his fellow Ultra Guardians were called in during the night when a new Ultra Beast, named Pheromosa, arrived as it took Hala Z-Crystal. Kiawe and his fellow Ultra Guardians went looking for it again when they herd that it took more Z-Crystal from other Trainers but it was too fast for them. Forming a plan, Kiawe and his fellow Ultra Guardians plan to use their Z-Crystal to lure it out in hopes of catching it. However, Kiawe and his fellow Ultra Guardians were shocked that their planed failed. Kiawe was a witness when Bewear, who was furious for the way it stole Z-Crystal and that it broke Team Rocket's Mewoth heart, battled it and defeated it which gave the Ultra Guardians a chance to catch it. After returning Pheromosa home, Kiawe and his fellow Ultra Guardians return the Z-Crystal to their rightful Trainers.

Alola Island Challenge

 * Akala Island Grand Trial (Z-Ring and Firium Z)
 * Poni Island trial (Flyinium Z)

Tournament

 * Pokémon Pancake Race: Forfeit
 * Charjabug Race: Winner with Ash and Sophocles
 * Pokémon Sled Jump Games: Unknown
 * Kantonian Gym - Lost

Voice actors

 * Japanese: Kaito ishikawa
 * English: Marc Swint
 * Italian: Alessandro Capra
 * Portuguese: Marcos Souza