Years ago, Novus was as prosperous and welcoming as any other
region. Gyms, Contests, and the Novus Pokémon League were in the
dreams of many. That was before one young man's dreams and
aspirations took a dark turn - Samuel Azreal could not achieve what
he wanted alone. He created the criminal organization Team
Obsidian, along with capturing Darkrai - a legend among Novus. Once
taking over the place as Champion, he assumed a dictatorship-like
stance, cutting off Novus from the outside world. Now, years later,
a rebellion has managed to open the region back up - gyms,
contests, and all - hoping for alliances to defeat their unwanted
Champion and rescue Novus from its current nightmare state.