Jubilife City

Jubilife City is a city in the Sinnoh region. It's the city that Ash first arrived in to meet Alain and learn of their mission to gather all of the Plates. It's also the city that holds PokéLife Apartments and Sinnoh Academy.

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Ash, Alain, and Dawn
In the very beginning of the series, in the first episode, Ash and his Pikachu arrived in Jubilife City due to some e-mails he received from a young man named Alain Takahata. It told him to meet Alain in this city for something urgent and to be ready to travel. Ash had found some friends here who would let him stay there for a few days. After checking his e-mail again, another one from Alain told Ash to meet him at the back of an abandoned grocery store later. Ash prepared to go to his friends' place.

Meanwhile, at the back of Sinnoh Academy, which was empty since it was summer break, Dawn was there being bulled by Misty, Iris, and Ursula. They demanded money from her so that they would have help with paying the Tekiyoku taxes. Dawn didn't have enough, so all 3 girls beat her up pretty badly.

At a place called PokéLife Apartments, Ash met up with some friends from Kanto, Gary and Tracey, who were recent Sinnoh Academy graduates and still staying in those apartments for now. They reunited and let Ash stay with them while he was visiting Jubilife City for the week

On the way to see Alain, Ash passed through Sinnoh Academy, marveling at the building, since he had never attended an academy. He came across Dawn, who was disheveled and crying. Upon asking what was wrong with her and not getting a direct answer, he helped to walk her home while getting to know her some. Dawn is actually from Twinleaf Town, but moved to Jubilife City with her mother when Dawn started attending Sinnoh Academy. Dawn was happy to meet him and thanked him for his hospitality. She asked if she'll see him again, which Ash confirmed that she would, since he was in town for about a week.

Ash then met up with Alain at the abandoned store called Hailey's and learned that Alain is an ex-member of the Tekiyoku. Ash then learned a brief summary of their upcoming mission, while getting told that he'll learn more the next day. Ash then brought Alain with him to meet Dawn. She was nervous upon seeing someone new, particularly because of his rudeness, and preferred to see Ash alone. He promised to see her alone tomorrow.

That night, Dawn, who was at home alone since her mom was still at work, was visited by Annie and Oakley, members of the Tekiyoku. They wanted to speak to Dawn's mother, since the family was behind on their Tekiyoku taxes. They gave the family 5 days to pay the money and left.

The next morning, Ash went through some training with Alain and learned more about Manipulation and the mission they were assigned by Arceus. Meanwhile, Dawn's mother, Johanna, apologized to Dawn for what she went through the previous night with the Tekiyoku visit. She assured her that everything would be all right and that they'll pay the taxes. Dawn then said a friend would be coming to visit later, referring to Ash.

Meanwhile at the apartment building, Barry, Zoey, and Paul were in Barry and Paul's room discussing recent Tekiyoku events and jokingly saying they'll do whatever it takes to stop their reign.

Alain wouldn't let Ash end their training early to see Dawn, so Ash had to keep training and couldn't see Dawn, much to Dawn's dismay. Her mother just left for work and she was hoping for Ash to be there now, because apparently, she was supposed to meet those bullies by Sinnoh Academy or else they'd come to her house and hurt her. She wanted Ash to come with her so that they would stop picking on her. She went to the academy to see Misty, Iris, and Ursula. Upon Dawn's statement of still not having the money, they beat her up again. After this, they gave her 5 days before they'd come back and told her to have the money for sure by then.

The next day, Alain gave Ash more breaks in his training. Ash then took Alain to officially meet Gary and Tracey. Those two expressed their concern with Alain and wondered if this mission was safe and if they can trust him. Alain assured them everything was safe and that he really did escape the Tekiyoku. After more discussion, Gary and Tracey offered to travel with them to help, but Alain said it would have to wait until later, so it was decided they would travel with them later when they come to Kanto.

After this, Ash visited Dawn, which surprised her, but made her glad. He apologized for the other day, confirming that Alain wouldn't let him get a break. Dawn then introduced him to her mom, Johanna, who was happy to meet him, and left to go to work. Ash and Dawn then went to a park to chat. He got to know more about her, while he informed Dawn about the mission he has with Alain.

Training continued for several more days. One day during a shorter break, Ash was with Dawn and was about to leave. Dawn was hoping for him to stay longer, but he insisted that he had to get back to training and left. Dawn was actually supposed to meet her bullies again and was hoping for Ash to stay with her. This was the day they gave for Dawn to have the money, which she still didn't. She sadly went to Sinnoh Academy. Misty, Iris, and Ursula realized that they would now have to pay the next taxes this time, but beat Dawn up anyway. They said they'd beat her up every day until she pays, except for the next day, since it was Dawn's birthday.

Ash and Dawn hung out the next day on her birthday and got much closer in their friendship. That night, Annie and Oakley came to the house again, this time with a third woman named Merilyn. Johanna was home this time and went to see what they wanted. They demanded the tax money, pointing out they gave them 7 days instead of 5. Johanna said she couldn't get an advance at work and didn't have the money yet. Oakley responding by transforming with Bestial Demon. She then charged forward and stabbed Johanna, killing her as Dawn screamed. Merilyn then used Azul to burn the house down as those 3 fled the scene. Dawn stood outside the house as it burned. She cried continuously, then ended up staying outside that night and slept by a tree.

The next day was the day that Ash and Alain were set to leave Jubilife City. Alain was packing in his apartment. Gary and Tracey brought Ash to meet some friends of theirs. It was Barry, Zoey, and Paul. They heard about how Ash was chosen by Arceus to help save the world. They then became serious about helping to make the world better as well and asked if they could come with Ash and Alain. Ash said it would have to wait until they're not fighting the Tekiyoku and that they'll e-mail when they can. Barry then proposed they start their own journey while they wait and help citizens in need. They agreed to this. Back at Gary and Tracey's room, Alain has returned and said they'd take a ferry to Lumiose City in Kalos, their first destination. Ash then went to say goodbye to Dawn.

Upon arriving, Ash quickly saw Dawn's house burnt to the ground. He saw Dawn lying by a tree and franctically woke her, asking what happened. A hesitant Dawn told Ash everything about what the Tekiyoku did.

Back at PokéLife Apartments, Tracey had called some friends of his in journalism, Gabby and Ty, to record a news segment with Alain, who explained about his upcoming mission to the world, so that people wouldn't think he was an enemy. Ash returned afterwards and asked to speak to Alain at the side of the building.

Dawn was there. After a heated discussion and incredible resistance from Alain, Ash ended up convincing Alain to let Dawn travel with them on their journey after letting him know what the Tekiyoku did. They left Jubilife City to board a ferry and make their way to Lumiose City.

Barry, Zoey, and Paul
In Episode 6, Jubilife City was shown again as Barry, Zoey, and Paul prepared for their journey to help others in the world. They were also going to train so that Barry can become a Manipulator one day. They were set to leave in 2 hours. Zoey left to go pack.

When it was about time to leave, Barry was very excited and went to the door to leave and check to see if Zoey was ready. He's then surrounded by a blue mist and it became very cold. He was then punched from behind and knocked to the ground. This turned out to be Paul using Mist of Depression. He revealed that he was actually an Ice Manipulator and a member of the Tekiyoku. A disoriented Barry couldn't form that many words. Paul left the apartments and all of Jubilife City.

In Episode 7, still in Jubilife City, Zoey had returned and learned what happened. Barry was angry and ready to hunt Paul down. Zoey warned him not to do this, saying it's not worth stooping to his level and that Paul's probably very strong. Barry admitted that she was right and declared he would not look for Paul. Zoey stayed in Barry's apartment during this day to help him get through this.

Later, it was the middle of the night. Barry snuck to the door and opened it. A voice is heard behind him. It was Zoey, who was waiting in the living room. Barry was determined to leave to look for Paul anyway. Zoey then actually said she would come, too, pointing out that she never unpacked. Barry was happy for Zoey's support and the two left Jubilife City to start a journey to help the world, get stronger, and bring Paul back.

Return to Sinnoh
Jubilife City returned much later in the series in Episode 22. Zoey, Barry, and Kenny were there at PokéLife Apartments. Zoey had received an e-mail from Alain saying that he, Ash, and Dawn were about to come to the Sinnoh region next on their journey, so all 6 would be able to travel together in the region. Alain also told Zoey that he was about to make her a Grass Manipulator right away.

Ash, Alain, and Dawn arrived in Jubilife City later that day. They go to PokéLife Apartments to Barry's room and meet up with him, Zoey, and Kenny. This is the first time the latter 3 met Dawn in person. They told Dawn they had helped to clean up the remains of her burnt house earlier and that they'll help her out when this mission is over. They then discuss upcoming plans for them to travel through the region. Alain also mentions his plans to make Barry an Electric Manipulator. He also says their next destination will be Snowpoint City, Zoey's hometown, to find Seirei, the Fairy Plate.

While walking in the city later, Alain officially named their group the "Mokusetsu". They trained in the city over the next couple of days. Dawn really wanted to hang with Ash at the park they used to hang at when they were in Jubilife the first time, but Ash says he needs to focus on his training. Alain tries to talk Barry out of trying to bring Paul home, but Barry is set on doing this. Later during Barry's training, he falls asleep when resting and has a nightmare about Paul, as he's unable to land a hit on Paul and couldn't get through to him.

Dawn finally hangs with Ash at that park that evening. They talk about the pressure of what's coming next while Dawn reassures him that he'll do fine. She worries to herself about Misty, Iris, or Ursula seeing her here. It seems that she's about to confess her feelings to Ash next, but she changes her statement to avoid it. The next morning, everyone leaves to go to Snowpoint City.

Other
In Episode 31, Barry had a flashback to a moment in Jubilife City. He thought of 3 years ago at Sinnoh Academy. He remembered when he, Zoey, and Paul were still friends. A math exam was approaching and Barry and Zoey wanted Paul to study with them. He refused. They ended up convincing him to at least come to Hailey's, a neighborhood grocery store, for snacks, with Paul saying he had something he wanted from there anyway. Upon getting there, they saw a sign indicating the store had closed down yesterday. Paul said he was going to get a Hailey's brand lemon-flavored ice cream bar that he usually picked up when walking home alone. Frustrated, he leaves and tells them not to follow him.

45 minutes later, Barry and Zoey come to PokéLife Apartments to Paul's room, which he shares with Barry. Zoey brought over one of the lemon-flavored ice cream bars Paul was talking about. Reacting to Paul's confusion, they said they had found out where the store owner lived. They went there and discovered he had some of the ice cream bars stored away. He gave a whole box of them to Barry and Zoey. Barry then asked him again to come study with them and help plan their hangout for Barry's upcoming 16th birthday in 3 days. Paul smiled and agreed to come with them.

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Schooling
Jubilife City is the location of one of two major academies in Tears of the Fallen, Sinnoh Academy.
 * Main article: Academies

Trivia

 * Jubilife City is simply named after the words, "jubilant" and "life".