Welcome to the home of the Spikemuth Steely Hooligans, the rowdiest, baddest, and most out of control team in the Citrus League!
Originally starting in Hammerlocke, the Steely Hooligans are a founding member of the Citrus League that find their home in the roughest, toughest part of Galar. Members aim to bring joy to the crowds and excitement to every match with showy maneuvers, wild tactics, and rockstar attitudes! No Hooligans match will ever be a bore, so come down to your local match and cheer us on: You'll hear the team respond back with twice as much intensity!
Learn about all* your favorite team members here!
(Members with darkened backgrounds are no longer with the team, but still hold a place in our hearts and history.)
King Fonz
The longest running member of the Hooligans; King Fonz is essentially the leader of the gang, bringing morale up and being a confident persona the team can depend on. He employs a wide range of hard-hitting special attacks that are sure to make his opponents tremble in fear.
Leviathan
A rampaging whorl of power, Leviathan brings the rage of the seas with the fury of dragons together. A real firecracker, you'd be wise to not upset this Gyarados, but feel free to admire his monstrous strength from the bleachers (or the splash zone, if you can handle it).
Kinda Cracked
Audiences and his opponents initially saw a slacker Pokemon who couldn't possibly bring anything to the battlefield. However, this cool-headed Exeggcutor's "cracked combo" dominates the competition without room for resistance. Now you'll hear cheering from across the region whenever his smiles make their appearance. Ask anyone around who this fighter is, and they'll always say: "He's Kinda Cracked."
Magic Missile
The original special powerhouse of the Hooligans, Magic Missile knocked out his opponents with psychic power and paralyzing might. Long term fans will always remember his famous "Eye of the Storm" moment, where he expertly manueuvered around a flurry of Thunders and gave the Hooligans the honor of being the first to take a game off of the indomitable Hammerlocke Bronze Wyrms.
Be The Ball
Be The Ball brought a rock solid defense to the team when it lacked one, and proved that he could supply a good offense as well. He takes his mantra of life seriously, to the point of making it his identity. Be The Ball. Roll across any obstacles in life. When you are nearing the end, circle back with explosive fervor.
Ooga Booga
A trickster at heart, Ooga Booga loves to confuse and throw off her opponents before striking back with ghastly power. They would charge forward, expecting to slam their body with force, only to be met with the taste of dirt and the cackling of the grave.
Laprasn't
Rejected from larger, more competitive brackets, in favor of usually stronger Water/Ice type Pokemon, this Dewgong felt at home with the outcasts of the team. Picking a name to embrace the view the arrogant high class forced on her, Laprasn't proved her indomitable defense and stamina, and has now moved on to prove her strength in "more respected" competition.
Blizzaga
At the Hooligans' final hour, almost knocked down, Blizzaga came from the heavens to give them one last fighting chance. With icy fierceness and deft agility, Blizzaga gave the Hooligans the power needed to show the crowds that this team is something to keep their eyes on.
Dr. Bustdown
Named for his fighting skills akin to dancing as well as his physical power, Dr. Bustdown is a crowd favorite. His love of the game is infectious, and his teammates will seem to dance alongside him creating a bond no other team can match. You might register a frown on his face, but he just wants the crowd to see a smile even as he's on his head. Opponents beware, The Doctor is in.
Slicey Slash
Slicey Slash is like a living airship. Her defenses are near impenetrable, and her opponents will find themselves having to dodge fields of spikes, whirling winds, and her sharper-than-swords wings. It's hard to tell by her serious demeanor on the battlefield, but she is quite nice and loves pictures with fans.
Hog (Hell Dog)
Hog (Hell Dog for long) appears to be a vicious, relentless powerhouse. While his strength is great, in reality Hog is just a very hungry boy. His nose can smell a lunch eaten hours before, and his stomach causes him to chase after an opponent's meal even as they're running away. This works well in competition though. His enemies feel the fear of a hellish canine charging at them and lose their courage to fight.
Legally Required
When the Citrus League headed themselves in the Johto region, Snorlaxes became needed for each team to use. A mishap in the presentation software led to a notation becoming this fighter's official name on the screen. The fans loved it, and thus "Legally Required" was born. Despite the name, the Hooligans' Snorlax proved himself to be just as much of a rascal as the rest of the team, cursing at the enemies and exploding, even in his sleep.
Boo :)
Noticing an open niche in the team, Boo wanted to give the world of competitive battling a try, and signed up for Hooligans membership. For the whole season, she displayed her skills of trickery in a playful nature audiences ate up. Having her fill and wanting to move on to her next interest, Boo departed the team just as she arrived; with a smile.
Emperor
Befitting his name, Emperor brings intimidation to a new level. His iron hide unmarked by any physical attack, he smashes into the opponent with attacks that would damage any other Pokemon unscathed. Fans might notice the Aggron smirk in battle, giving him a cool edge loved by all. Some wish he led the team over King Fonz.
Zelda
A master of magic, Zelda is a special jack-of-all-trades. Her offense is powerful, covering a wide range of types, and she can even support the team by affecting her opponents or healing her allies. You never know what you'll get when Zelda is on the battlefield, including her ability to copy what her opponent can do. Everyone on the Hooligans appreciates her presence, and she is only happy to continue to help.
Wakatekakage
The most gutful member of the Hooligans, Wakatekakage is a monster on the field. He only gets stronger the more he seems to be closer to defeat, and he absolutely revels in his power. The stadium will be filled with his chants during fights, pumping up the entire crowd. Outside of battle, he gives great hugs.
Usopp
Where Usopp lacks in nerve, he makes up for in skill and devilish plans. He prepares to fill the gap his team suffers to save the day (or protect himself), and consistently manages to clutch out when it matters. Outside of battle, Usopp helps with finding possible members for the Hooligans, as well as advertising.
Kaido
As the Hooligans suffered a losing streak in the Hoenn season, Kaido forced himself onto the roster midway through the season out of frustration; Wanting his favorite team to go to the top (and definitely not because he was going to lose a lot of money). While his motivations might be dubious, Kaido regardless is a valued member of the squad, blowing his opponents away with high pressure blasts. He truly is a beast and a force to be reckoned with.
The Infinite One
The Infinite One is the oldest Pokemon to have ever been on the Hooligans. With every year, he only gets stronger; his "Double-Edge" attack seemingly putting both edges on one side, being the opponent's. The stadium would seemingly quake with every hit. The Infinite One, having had his fun, has now retired, but still loves to show up for matches from time to time.
The Cook
This Mawile became a master of a certain style of support, and thus was dubbed "The Cook". She loves to help her allies, and gets even more joy in seeing the results of her efforts on the enemy's face, cheering loudly on impact. At the end of the season, The Cook decided to step away from competition, and strengthen herself as much as she could her friends.
⠊⠗⠕⠝ ⠉⠁⠏⠞⠁⠊⠝
Strangely found one day in the Hooligans' locker room, the team thought this steel behemoth would be an exciting addition to the team. During the battle, it seemed to shut down, but would continue to tank hits and attack seemingly unconsciously before exploding and disappearing in a grand display. The being with a strange inscription on its back's match has gone down in Citrus League history. A fan from Paldea later translated it to read "Iron Captain".
Magic Pot
Originally joining the team for the Yuzu Cup, Magic Pot became beloved by both the crowd and its fellow Hooligans for its dependability and uncanny ability to create exciting moments, and was thus introduced into the main bracket. Always there when you need support, and ready to get the team started or to pull them out of a sticky situation, the Claydol is loved by Citrus League fans all across the globe. Call out its name when you see it!
Huhuran
A sort of mad scientist, or a scheming witch, Huhuran loves bringing strange strategies to the table that throw off her opponents. Watching their confused faces brings her so much joy that her laugh is infamous across the league. She might be a little difficult to understand, but it's all for the sake of creating fun matches to entertain the masses (probably). She also wanted me to apologize for the lack of Bug-type members, and to promise to deliver more in the future.
Carlton
What can be said about Carlton? He's Carlton. One of the simpler members of the team, he doesn't seem to have much going through his head other than lunch. Don't let his mild nature and humble lifestyle prevent you from thinking he can't make as much trouble as the rest of the team, though. He brings explosive power honed through years of non-thought that are sure to rumble the stands.
Dubior
Originally signing onto the team for the roadie lifestyle, Dubior stood up to the task of filling in a slot needed for the Yuzu cup when no candidates could be available. Turning their skills of moving and presentation set-up into full-fledged shows, this Magnezone is a key figure on and off the battlefield. While they might not primarily be a fighter, the love of the show is enough to get them on the grass if needed again.
Midna
Midna's motto in competition is "Don't get hit". Her deft dodges and high speed antics frustrate opponents, hype up the crowd, and, most importantly, give her a kick out of life. The Weavile's wily antics even go off the field, as fans have created competitions to try and get pictures with Midna before she can dash out of sight once more (She loves the rush).
*Dodgeball Noise*
Despite being suggested to the team as a prank, *Dodgeball Noise* (it's pronounced how it sounds) has proved their place as a fan favorite and a catalyst of excitement. They get so into the show that they request to be literally thrown into battle without a ball, and will always end their time in a match with explosive style.
Viridi
Viridi brings a stylish flair of regality that the Hooligans need. However, we are still the wild ruffians of the Citrus League, and Viridi follows this need with a full bag of toxic tricks and a taunting nature. As opponents land on the field, their eyes blind and their body sick, the last thing they'll hear is a noble laugh. Despite the cruel personality she gives off on the field, Viridi is quite caring. She joined the Hooligans at the request of her little brother, a long term fan.
Vincent
When the lights of the stadium go dark, look to the skies. This is where Vincent thrives, as he swoops down at his opponents, displaying acrobatic skills and potent, high-powered strikes. He loves to bring an exciting chill down the spines of the crowd, similar to the feeling of walking through a haunted house. While he presents as a creature of the night, hungry for blood; in reality, he's just a dramatic showman, hungry for strange foods.
Whitebeard
Initially suspicious of the crowd of losers and ruffians about to play in his region during the season in Sinnoh, Whitebeard joined the Hooligans ready to take care of the villains at the first sight of trouble to defend his home. What he instead found was a group full of camaraderie and some fools who wanted to bring a smile to people's faces. In return, he gave us support where it was needed, and is now a massive proponent for smaller leagues and the team.
Luffy
An excitable delinquent by nature, Luffy matched the energy of the Hooligans quite well. Bringing power-packed punches and fiery fun to the field, he would clean up opponents before they knew what was happening. He inspired the team further to create a fun energy for the crowd that we keep on forward. Now following his heart's next desire, we wish Luffy the best in his journeys!
Hmm Today I Will
During the Second Yuzu Cup, this Blissey wandered into the Hooligans' home base, and didn't seem to leave. While we didn't learn much of her goals, we did find out that she loves to plan out her days, and is an absolute tank on the battlefield; refusing to go down without testing the enemy's stamina and patience. We also never learned her name, so the only information to refer to her was the phrase she would mumble constantly.
Hashmal
When the Hooligans needed a monster for the Second Yuzu Cup, as well as a way to combat the low temps of Sinnoh's climate, Hashmal appeared. They synergized quite well with the team, and with the sun shining behind, brought a fiery fierceness that pumped up the crowd. When the competition had to change rulesets once again, Hashmal returned home, but the fire they brought will always be in the team's hearts.
Alexander
Normally a sleeping giant, Alexander awoke with a purpose. Joining the Hooligans for the second Yuzu cup, he was a force to be reckoned with, seemingly knowing his opponent's moves ahead of time, and retaliating with a force that seemed to break the clock. After the famed tiebreaker with the Oreburgh Drill Bits, Alexander returned to slumber, having mentioned fixing the "true timeline".
Nachos BellGrande
Born and raised by herself in the mean streets of the city, Nachos BellGrande is self-reliant and self-assured. She attacks with ferocity unmatched, and skitters around the field at lightning speeds. Opponents better watch their backs, fronts, tops, AND bottoms, as you never know where this Scolipede will strike. The team hopes to help her realize the value of teamwork, and that will start by not asking about her name.
⬧︎✋︎♑︎♓︎☹︎⍓︎◻︎☟︎
Found in the desert between Nimbasa and Castelia, this Sigilyph is a mystery. Speaking in a language that seems long lost, and somehow with a cursed name unable to be spoken, ⬧︎✋︎♑︎♓︎☹︎⍓︎◻︎☟︎ brings a very strange twist to battles. They might be intimidating to fans, but don't despair, they show lots of joy at entertaining the crowd as any other Hooligans member would.
Escalators
Escalators has a reputation of being undefeated in her local area. Wanting to push herself further, the Hooligans have brought the Eelektross on board. Boasting a complete lack of weaknesses and a powerful range of attacks, Escalators is ready to continue to claim victory, and show off her skills to the masses.
Gato
Gato is a showman in the body of a powerful warrior. You might see him dancing and singing on the field right before knocking the wind clean out of his opponents; He truly exudes the aura that the Hooligans love. Bring your kids after the show, and Gato will happily perform for them!
Ganon
One of the wildest members of the Hooligans, Ganon's hunger for destruction matches no other. Watch him rampage across the battlefield with blazing fury, and cheer at the carnage he loves to cause. While the Emboar might seem like a one man army, he works quite well with others, and his teamwork with his partners will always make a show that will leave you wanting him to return.
Goopy Guy!
Some might think this Reuniclus is too kind, too sweet for the rowdiness of the Hooligans; and let us ask you this. When that face comes up to you and asks to join your team, do you say no? You absolutely don't. Goopy Guy! is a very strange individual, but he'll brighten your day just by showing up. He loves meeting new people, and acts as a sort of reverse heel to the rest of the team's nature.
Sophia
Sophia has suffered through dozens of other teams and trainers, all of them hoping to make it to the big leagues, but failing and throwing her away, having blame cast on her unrightfully. Now she resides with the Hooligans, a team that has her back just as much as she has theirs; and the fury of the constant cycle of time giving her strength on the field.
Galuf
Seemingly coming from the area near Mistralton, Galuf may lack a past (of his own recalling), but his heart is passionate, and his defense is unbreakable. He expertly supports his teammates, guarding them from attack, and inspires every member of the Hooligans to fight each match with ardent fervor.
Yiazmat
Yiazmat is a monster. They strike fear into the hearts of their opponents right before bolting into them with unparalleled power, knocking bodies all over the arena. Despite this, they're quite soft, and prefer to be treated kindly outside of battle. Cheer for them during our matches, as they'll be sure to take that energy and bring it back 50,000,000-fold!
