>>58224876Hop is a divisive character in Pokémon Sword and Shield, often disliked by players for his repetitive dialogue, constant presence, and initial lack of confidence, which many find annoying or frustrating. Many players find Hop's dialogue, especially his constant focus on becoming the Champion and his brother Leon, tiresome and repetitive. He appears frequently in the story, sometimes interrupting the player's gameplay and exploration, which can be irritating. Hop starts as an overly excited but ultimately weak rival, struggling to defeat Gym Leaders and other NPCs, leading many to feel he doesn't deserve his role as the player's main rival. Many players also associate him with Hau, another rival with frustrating traits, which contributes to the negative perception.
Hop has also earned hate from players for not being a cute girl.
