During the August Reveal Trainer for
Pokemon Sword & Shield, it was revealed that players will actually have a handful of rivals throughout the Main Story. Even though
Hop will be the Main
Rival of the games, players will have a number of other competitors that they will come across (and have to battle) during their adventures within
The Galar Region.
Marnie is one of these additional rivals. She is also hoping to become the next
Galar Region Champion. Even though Marnie has no association with them, the
Antagonist Group found in
Pokemon Sword & Shield are fans of Marnie and will do whatever it takes to help her become the next champion.