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Nestled in the northeastern hemisphere, the Periwinkle Institute of Pokemon Academia (Periwinkle for short), is one of the premier Pokemon academies in the entire world. Created prior to the implementation of the new Trainer age policy, Periwinkle was ahead of its time in bringing in prospective Trainers, teaching them the ins and outs of the Pokemon world, and then sending them off to become incredible members of society in their varying paths. As stated previously, several Periwinkle alumni have gone on to be Trainers, Gym Leaders, Elite 4 members, Pokemon Professors, Breeders, Coordinators, and even a handful of regional Champions. An invitation from Periwinkle is almost a guarantee that the world will know your name.

In addition to all of those great aforementioned occupations, several alumni return to Periwinkle to pay it forward, solidifying a legacy of more students contribute to the Pokemon world. There are several professors and staff members who have graduated from Periwinkle, including the academy's very own Headmaster. Indeed, there is a sense of school pride instilled in students during their time enrolled at Periwinkle that carries on once they graduate. Speaking of school pride, within Periwinkle's structure is a very competitive house structure that new students are dispersed into upon their first day on campus. The houses are as follows:

[color=ed1c24][b]Victini[/b][/color] - Students within the Victini House are known for their burning passion in whatever it is that they do. The house colors are notably red hues with tan accents.

[color=fff200][b]Jirachi[/b][/color] - Students within the Jirachi House are known for their jubilant positivity in any situation. The house colors are notably yellows and golds with gray accents.

[color=0072bc][b]Manaphy[/b][/color] - Students within the Manaphy House are known for their serene calmness coupled with intelligence. The house colors are notably hues of blue with soft red secondary colors.

[color=39b54a][b]Celebi[/b][/color] - Students within the Celebi House are known for their desire to flourish and grow wherever they are planted. The house colors are notably bright green with light blue accents.

The four houses annually compete with one another in a variety of different areas including battles, contests, academic scores and other related areas. However, there is a strong sense of school pride whenever Periwinkle is pitted against rival schools across the world. The house system is used to promote competition which, naturally, creates better Trainers.

Periwinkle has an administrative hierarchy that starts at the top with the academy's Headmaster, Assistant Headmasters, Heads of House, Professors, and then supporting staff. In most cases, in order to move up the hierarchy, individuals have to have extended tenure within Periwinkle or other Pokemon academies across the world. Periwinkle, in the past, has been known to show favoritism to alumni or boosters who financially support the institution, but in recent years there has been an effort to bring forth external opinions to ensure that the school is receiving the best possible help from the best people within the profession of academia and the Pokemon world.

The courses can vary year-to-year and classification-to-classification. However, some of the foundational classes regardless of year will consist of some form of the following: battling, training, breeding, cooking, coordinating, catching, traveling, evolving, healing, trading, befriending, gym leading, and several other subjects. In addition to these in-class subjects, students also have the opportunity to participate in extra curricular activities including a Battle Club, Trading Club, Traveling Club, and several other opportunities. There are over 50 clubs for students to join and be part of.

A four-year institution, Periwinkle offers different freedoms based on a student's classification. The more seniority a student has, the more freedom is allowed for the student. Below is a list of the specific differences at each year:

[b]Year One:[/b] Students are not allowed to leave the island under any circumstances unless they are chaperoned by an approved staff members. Students are also limited to 6 Pokemon total and may not capture certain Pokemon based on Periwinkle protocol.

[b]Year Two:[/b] In approved groups, students are allowed to travel to different regions with the purposes of fulfilling an academic assignment (this is only on specific days allowed during the school year). Must receive permission from a Periwinkle staff member. Students may have no more than 12 Pokemon.

[b]Year Three:[/b] Students are allowed to capture any Pokemon as they please within the Pokemon League's guidelines. They are also now eligible compete in the Pokemon Academy Tournament, but must be in Good Standing with the institution. Students are allowed up to 18 Pokemon.

[b]Year Four:[/b] Students are given freedom to do complete exploration so long as they are in Good Standing. May also compete in the Pokemon League Tournament if they manage to qualify. Students may catch as many Pokemon as they like.

In regards to uniforms, there is a designated shop on the island that provides students with uniforms for when attending class. There is not a dress code, per se, but students must wear clothing that aligns with their house while in class or competing in Periwinkle events. Outside of those instances, students may wear whatever they please, within the guidelines of the Periwinkle handbook, so long as they have their House pin attached to their upper garment. Periwinkle takes pride in its students showing not only House spirit, but school spirit as well!

Of course, there's more to the Academy than what is listed above, but what's stated here is very paramount!